The Big Man Up Top

In this episode of The Big Man Up Top, Joe and Ed kick off by reflecting on recent Premier League matches and performances over the Christmas period, and dissect the Liverpool v Manchester United game.

The guys then preview the FA Cup 3rd Round and the demise of Replays, which leads into an insightful interview with Graeme Mathie, Managing Director of Ayr United, who sheds light on the intricate decisions clubs make regarding ticket pricing and maintaining a football club as a business. Graham also shares transparent and relatable examples of balancing financial viability with fan engagement.

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In this special extended episode, we dive deep into the incredible story of former Premier League striker turned pastor, Bruce Dyer. Starting his career at Watford and becoming the first million-pound teenager upon signing with Crystal Palace, Bruce shares intimate details about his early days, his career highlights, and the transition to faith that changed his life. Alongside his football memories, Dyer opens up about his spiritual journey, the challenges he faced, and his current mission as the pastor of Love Life Church in Barnsley. Get ready to be inspired by Bruce Dyer's testimony of hope, redemption, and unwavering faith.

For this special episode, Ed and Joe are joined by Producer Anthony and UCB 1 presenters Joel Brown & Sarah Hine for The Big Man Up Top Christmas Quiz!

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In this episode of The Big Man Up Top, hosts Ed and Joe dive into a thrilling weekend of football, starting with the Manchester United vs. Manchester City game and moving on to two significant managerial sackings. They also discuss Liverpool and Arsenal's dropped points and Chelsea's resurgence. The episode then transitions to the controversial awarding of the 2034 World Cup to Saudi Arabia, delving into the reasons behind the decision, the bidding process, and the broader implications, including human rights concerns and the impact on the footballing calendar, finishing up with an interview with Joel, a Leeds fan who boycotted the 2022 Qatar World Cup.

In this episode of 'The Big Man Up Top' podcast, your hosts discuss a range of football topics including a round-up of Premier League, Championship, and other English football news. Their main focus, however, is the debate surrounding Marc Guéhi's decision to write 'I love Jesus' and 'Jesus loves you' on a rainbow armband, part of the Rainbow Laces campaign. They also touch upon Sam Morsi's refusal to wear the armband due to his faith. Extra insights come from Christian Wienkamp, who works for Sports Chaplaincy UK and is also the chaplain at West Brom, providing further perspective on players’ expressions of faith and beliefs in football.

Join Joe and Ed for an engaging episode where they discuss the busy football schedule, key matches from the Championship, and delve into the crucial issue of increasing ticket prices affecting loyal fans. UCB2's Samuel Ball joins the guys in the studio and shares his insights as a season ticket holder at Port Vale and the broader relationship between football communities and club management.

Tune in this week as Joe and Ed dive into Manchester City's shocking performance, Steve Cooper's sacking, and the latest in the EFL and Premier League. We also tackle the surprising retirement of Swiss defender Silvan Wallner and explore the faith-based reasons behind his decision. Plus, a question from UCB1's Dave Tanner sparks a debate about just how much you can influence who your children support.

The Big Man Up Top is back with another episode! Ed and Joe kick off with a lively discussion about England's promotion from League B to League A in the Nations League, the performance against Ireland and the overarching implications for the team.

Plus, we round up action from League One and League Two, including Stockport County's triumph over Wrexham, and discuss the impact of the international break on lower league teams. There's also a interesting moment from the Scottish Championship and what can only be called some 'Classic Holloway'.

Later in the show, we tackle a sensitive and important topic: mental health in football. To give this subject the attention it deserves, we chat with Soccer Saturday host Simon Thomas, well known for his advocacy around men's mental health. Simon shares some of his personal struggles and insights, discusses the mental well-being of footballers facing career changes or injuries, and highlights the great work being done by Norwich City in this area, reminding us of the power of community, proactive support, and meaningful conversations. Don't miss out on this jam-packed episode full of football , laughs, and important discussion. Remember to follow, subscribe, and share the podcast with your mates!

Join hosts Joe and Ed in this episode of 'The Big Man Up Top' as they dive into the latest football action, discussing their favorite weekend moments, trivia, and emails from listeners. On the docket is the heated Steel City derby, highlights from the Premier League, Championship, League One, and League Two, and an inspiring interview with author and humanitarian Don Mullan on the role of football in world peace. Plus there's talk on the issue of players wearing poppies and how football can be a force for unity and good amidst political tensions.

Ed and Joe are back to review an exciting weekend of football with bizarre goals in the FA cup, a conversation about great weekends of results, and Ed definitely predicts Forest to win the title.

A special focus is given to grassroots girls' football, featuring an enlightening interview with former Chelsea and England goalkeeper Carly Telford. Carly shares her journey and discusses the challenges and opportunities in women's grassroots football. Ed and Joe also reflect on how communities can support and foster young female football talent. Join the conversation, enjoy the football banter, and get involved!