The Referees World Podcast

By Darren Cullum & Richard Melinn

What's The Referees World Podcast about?

The Referees World Podcast offers education and training for football referees of all levels.

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The Referees World Podcast episodes:

10.04.2022
Self analysis
In this episode, Darren & Rich talk about 'self analysis' and how important this can be for your own personal progession. The post Self analysis appeared first on The Referees World Podcast.
09.27.2022
It’s all about YOU!
In this episode, Darren & Rich talk about the elements of the game that YOU control. The post It’s all about YOU! appeared first on The Referees World Podcast.
06.17.2022
Nathan Sherratt from ‘The Third Team’
In this episode, Darren & Rich catch up with Nathan Sherratt who is a mental health ambassador and guest speaker from The Third Team. The post Nathan Sherratt from ‘The Third Team’ appeared first on The Referees World Podcast.
06.10.2022
What NOT to say to players
In this episode, Darren & Rich talk to refereeing colleague, Rob McDonald who has just served a 63 day ban for comments made to a player in the WSL. The post What NOT to say to players appeared first on...
05.24.2022
Shall I go for promotion?
In this episode, having regained his Level 5 status, Darren puts the question to Rich about going for promotion to Level 4. The post Shall I go for promotion? appeared first on The Referees World Podcast.
05.06.2022
What do you say to the captains before kick off?
In this episode, Darren & Rich discuss what was said to the captains before kick off at a recent game that Darren was refereeing. The post What do you say to the captains before kick off? appeared first on The...
04.22.2022
Penalty area incidents: inside or out?
In this episode, Darren & Rich open up the 'can of worms' that is: Penalty Area Incidents! Was it inside or out? The post Penalty area incidents: inside or out? appeared first on The Referees World Podcast.
04.15.2022
Another observation for Darren
In this episode, Darren & Rich pick through the bones of another recent observation that Darren has had. You may find it useful to listen to the previous episode as well! The post Another observation for Darren appeared first on...
04.09.2022
Understanding observers comments
In this episode, Darren & Rich discuss a recent game where Darren was AR2 (farside). The post match debrief was very positive for all 3 officials but Rich needs to question Darren's description of it! The post Understanding observers comments...
04.01.2022
Matchday prep for a final
In this episode, Darren & Rich discuss your matchday preparation for referees involved in any cup final. The post Matchday prep for a final appeared first on The Referees World Podcast.
03.25.2022
Challenging game debrief – part 2
In this episode, Darren & Rich have part 2 of a debrief on a couple of recent games which were of a very challenging nature for Darren. The post Challenging game debrief – part 2 appeared first on The Referees...
03.18.2022
Challenging game debrief – part 1
In this episode, Darren & Rich do a debrief on a recent game which was of a very challenging nature. The post Challenging game debrief – part 1 appeared first on The Referees World Podcast.
03.04.2022
Refereeing in America
In this episode, Darren & Rich speak to an American grass roots referee and find out what Darren's 'schoolboy error' was in a recent game! The post Refereeing in America appeared first on The Referees World Podcast.
02.25.2022
How do we prevent referees from quitting?
In this episode. Darren & Rich talk about how we can increase the positivity of grass roots refereeing to help with retention of referees. The post How do we prevent referees from quitting? appeared first on The Referees World Podcast.
02.11.2022
Protect your profile as a referee
In this episode, Darren and Rich talk about how to protect your profile as a referee both on and off the feild of play. The post Protect your profile as a referee appeared first on The Referees World Podcast.
02.04.2022
Your presence on the field of play
In this episode, Darren and Rich discuss your presence on the field of play and how to improve it. The post Your presence on the field of play appeared first on The Referees World Podcast.
01.28.2022
Game abandoned
In this episode, Darren and Rich discuss a local game where the game had to be abandoned after 12 mins. The post Game abandoned appeared first on The Referees World Podcast.
01.21.2022
Referee abuse or is it banter?
In this episode, Darren and Rich discuss the industrial language used in a recent match following a red card. The post Referee abuse or is it banter? appeared first on The Referees World Podcast.
01.14.2022
Darren’s latest observation as an assistant referee
In this episode, Darren & Rich go through another observation from a game over the Christmas break as an assistant referee. The post Darren’s latest observation as an assistant referee appeared first on The Referees World Podcast.
12.03.2021
The importance of your admin
In this episode, Darren & Rich discuss the importance of keeping your admin up to speed and some ideas which may help you. The post The importance of your admin appeared first on The Referees World Podcast.
11.26.2021
Darren’s third observation of the season
In this episode, Darren & Rich discuss observation number 3 (for Darren) of the 2021/22 season and discuss the game in more detail. The post Darren’s third observation of the season appeared first on The Referees World Podcast.
11.22.2021
Overturning a decision
In this episode, Darren & Rich discuss whether a decision made by a referee should be overturned following advice from a club assistant. The post Overturning a decision appeared first on The Referees World Podcast.
11.05.2021
Yellow cards, socks and racism
In this episode, Darren and Rich discuss yellow cards, footballers socks and what course of action to take if you're accused of being racist. The post Yellow cards, socks and racism appeared first on The Referees World Podcast.
10.30.2021
It’s our 100th episode!
In this episode, Darren & Rich celebrate the 100th episode of the Referees World Podcast and go through Darren's latest observation. The post It’s our 100th episode! appeared first on The Referees World Podcast.
10.22.2021
Martin Cassidy from Ref Support UK
In this episode, Darren & Rich talk to Martin Cassidy, the CEO and founder of Ref Support UK about the rise in referee abuse cases. The post Martin Cassidy from Ref Support UK appeared first on The Referees World Podcast.
10.15.2021
Ex-Premier League referee Ron Groves (part 2)
In this episode, Darren & Rich continue their chat with Ron Groves who tells us how much he used to earn on a game! The post Ex-Premier League referee Ron Groves (part 2) appeared first on The Referees World Podcast.
10.08.2021
Ex-Premier League referee Ron Groves
In this episode, Darren & Rich talk to Ex-Premier League referee Ron Groves who shares some wonderful stories and gives his book a quick plug! We had so much fun recording this, there were phones ringing, Ron managed turn himself...
10.01.2021
Free kick management
In this episode, Darren & Rich discuss free kick management. The post Free kick management appeared first on The Referees World Podcast.
09.24.2021
The sin bin strikes again
In this episode, Darren & Rich discuss a recent incorrect application of the law involving a local cup game where Darren was the referee. The post The sin bin strikes again appeared first on The Referees World Podcast.
09.17.2021
Darren’s second referee observation of the season
In this episode, Darren and Rich go through Darren’s second observation of the season and discuss his devleopment points and strengths. The post Darren’s second referee observation of the season appeared first on The Referees World Podcast.
09.10.2021
Darren’s first referee observation of the season
In this episode, Darren and Rich go through Darren's first observation of the season and discuss his devleopment points and strengths. The post Darren’s first referee observation of the season appeared first on The Referees World Podcast.
09.03.2021
Familiarise yourself with competiton rules
In this episode, Darren and Rich discuss the importance of familiarising yourself with competition rules. The post Familiarise yourself with competiton rules appeared first on The Referees World Podcast.
08.27.2021
Tips for the start of the new season
In this episode, Darren and Rich share some tips for the start of the new season following the summer break. The post Tips for the start of the new season appeared first on The Referees World Podcast.
07.09.2021
Rich joins the UAE FA
In this episode, Darren & Rich discuss Rich's new role as Technical Manager - Referees with the United Arab Emirates FA! The post Rich joins the UAE FA appeared first on The Referees World Podcast.
07.02.2021
Fitness test training
In this episode, Darren has a chat with 3 refereeing colleagues from Somerset FA about the upcoming fitness test. The post Fitness test training appeared first on The Referees World Podcast.
06.18.2021
The Whistle Academy
In this episode, Darren & Rich find out more about an E-Learning platform called The Whistle Academy with Simon Richards. The post The Whistle Academy appeared first on The Referees World Podcast.
06.11.2021
Darren’s Cup Final debrief
In this episode, Darren & Rich do a debrief following a local Cup Final in which Darren was the referee. Listen NOW! The post Darren’s Cup Final debrief appeared first on The Referees World Podcast.
06.04.2021
Level 5 referee Alison Wade
In this episode, Darren & Rich talk to L5 referee Alison Wade from London who tells us about the challenges she has faced after taking up the whistle. The post Level 5 referee Alison Wade appeared first on The Referees...
05.28.2021
FIFA referee instructor Alan Snoddy MBE
In this episode, Darren & Rich talk to FIFA referee instructor, Alan Snoddy MBE who officiated at 2 World Cup Finals! The post FIFA referee instructor Alan Snoddy MBE appeared first on The Referees World Podcast.
05.21.2021
Do I need the whistle?
In this episode, Darren and Rich discuss the longest time played after kick off, before blowing the whistle for anything! The post Do I need the whistle? appeared first on The Referees World Podcast.
05.14.2021
Diversity in refereeing & dealing with disappointment
In this episode, Darren & Rich talk to L4 referee Dan Ghent who has just qualified as a a doctor. But, at what cost to his refereeing? The post Diversity in refereeing & dealing with disappointment appeared first on The...
05.07.2021
Training tips and techniques
In this episode, Darren and Rich run through a top 10 list of training tips and techniques which can be used with your refereeing colleagues. The post Training tips and techniques appeared first on The Referees World Podcast.
04.30.2021
Should referees wear body cams?
In this episode, Darren & Rich talk to Dr Tom Webb from Portsmouth University about whether or not referees should be wearing body cams. The post Should referees wear body cams? appeared first on The Referees World Podcast.
04.23.2021
Former referee becomes football manager
In this episode, Darren & Rich talk to former Level 4 referee, Sam Iddon who has ditched the whistle to become a football manager. The post Former referee becomes football manager appeared first on The Referees World Podcast.
04.16.2021
Refereeing a game with NO assistants
In this episode, Darren & Rich discuss your approach to a game if there were NO assistants available to you. The post Refereeing a game with NO assistants appeared first on The Referees World Podcast.
04.09.2021
First game back after lockdown 2021
In this episode, Darren & Rich discuss the first game back in 2021 following the easing of recent lockdown restrictions. The post First game back after lockdown 2021 appeared first on The Referees World Podcast.
04.02.2021
Effects of referee decisions in empty stadiums
In this episode, Darren & Rich are interviewed by student, Sam Stone about the effects of referee decisions in empty stadiums. The post Effects of referee decisions in empty stadiums appeared first on The Referees World Podcast.
03.26.2021
From prison to the field of play
In this episode, Darren & Rich talk to a former prisoner from Plymouth who has used refereeing to turn his life around. The post From prison to the field of play appeared first on The Referees World Podcast.
03.19.2021
Pre-match instructions with club assistants
In this episode, Darren & Rich do a little bit of 'role play' to refresh our memories on pre-match instructions with club assistants. The post Pre-match instructions with club assistants appeared first on The Referees World Podcast.
03.12.2021
Openly gay referee Ryan Atkin
In this episode, Darren & Rich talk to openly gay referee, Ryan Atkin. An inspirational discussion from a referee who shares life's challenges The post Openly gay referee Ryan Atkin appeared first on The Referees World Podcast.

What's The Referees World Podcast about?

Download our free app to listen on your phone

The Referees World Podcast episodes:

Self analysis

It’s all about YOU!

Nathan Sherratt from ‘The Third Team’

What NOT to say to players

Shall I go for promotion?

What do you say to the captains before kick off?

Penalty area incidents: inside or out?

Another observation for Darren

Understanding observers comments

Matchday prep for a final

Challenging game debrief – part 2

Challenging game debrief – part 1

Refereeing in America

How do we prevent referees from quitting?

Protect your profile as a referee

Your presence on the field of play

Game abandoned

Referee abuse or is it banter?

Darren’s latest observation as an assistant referee

The importance of your admin

Darren’s third observation of the season

Overturning a decision

Yellow cards, socks and racism

It’s our 100th episode!

Martin Cassidy from Ref Support UK

Ex-Premier League referee Ron Groves (part 2)

Ex-Premier League referee Ron Groves

Free kick management

The sin bin strikes again

Darren’s second referee observation of the season

Darren’s first referee observation of the season

Familiarise yourself with competiton rules

Tips for the start of the new season

Rich joins the UAE FA

Fitness test training

The Whistle Academy

Darren’s Cup Final debrief

Level 5 referee Alison Wade

FIFA referee instructor Alan Snoddy MBE

Do I need the whistle?

Diversity in refereeing & dealing with disappointment

Training tips and techniques

Should referees wear body cams?

Former referee becomes football manager

Refereeing a game with NO assistants

First game back after lockdown 2021

Effects of referee decisions in empty stadiums

From prison to the field of play

Pre-match instructions with club assistants

Openly gay referee Ryan Atkin