Potters' Pod: The Official Stoke City Podcast

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Potters' Pod: The Official Stoke City Podcast

In Potters' Pod, Rob Adcock takes you behind the scenes at the bet365 Stadium to bring you unrivalled access to the players and staff of Stoke City. Follow the official Stoke City Podcast wherever you listen for the biggest Potters’ names and the best insight on your club. For more Stoke City news and content visit the official website https://www.stokecityfc.com This podcast is produced by Sport Social Podcast Network for Stoke City FC.

  1. Ali Al-Hamadi: Growing up in Toxteth, becoming a role model in Iraq and a full circle move to the Potteries

    6 MAR

    Ali Al-Hamadi: Growing up in Toxteth, becoming a role model in Iraq and a full circle move to the Potteries

    Stoke City’s number nine, Ali Al-Hamadi, joins Rob Adcock in the latest episode of Potters’ Pod.   The 23-year-old takes listeners back to the beginning as the oldest sibling of three living in Toxteth, Liverpool where he was handed a peculiar nickname by his junior team.   The striker speaks of the sacrifices he made to become a professional footballer, the privilege of being the first Iraqi to play in the Premier League and being a role-model in the country of his birth.   Ali shares his first impressions of Stoke City after joining in January, singing along with the ingenious chant the Potters’ faithful quickly bestowed, what his teammates fined him for in week two and why his move to the Potteries was a ‘full circle moment’ for his family. If you enjoyed this episode, please leave a rating or a review, and be sure to subscribe or follow the podcast to be notified of all future episodes. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

    1h 22m
  2. Frank Fielding: Fun-time Frankie

    6 FEB

    Frank Fielding: Fun-time Frankie

    Stoke City goalkeeper Frank Fielding joins Rob Adcock in this episode of Potters' Pod. Frank talks about his career journey, starting at his boyhood club Blackburn Rovers where he was mentored by goalkeeping legends Brad Friedel and Paul Robinson. Now, in the latter years of his own career, Frank talks about working alongside Viktor Johansson and gives his opinion on the heights that the talented Sweden goalkeeper could reach.   He also lifts the lid on the regimented fine system in place in the Stoke City dressing room, with each case being judged for punishment! If you enjoyed this episode, please leave a rating or a review, and be sure to subscribe or follow the podcast to be notified of all future episodes. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

    1h 11m
  3. Mark Robins: United Strength is Stronger

    17 JAN

    Mark Robins: United Strength is Stronger

    The newly appointed Manager of Stoke City, Mark Robins, joins Rob Adcock for a special episode of Potters’ Pod. From winning trophies and managing injuries, to ironing newspapers and living the life of a fugitive, Robins relives his playing days at home and abroad. He goes on to reveal how sustained success in the dugout, after nearly going under in his maiden management role, continues to prove the late Graham Taylor right. A chance meeting with Lou Macari and access all areas treatment from "top man" Tony Pulis were steps along the way to the bet365 Stadium for the former Coventry gaffer. Now he explains how an eagle eye for a player, a knack for building successful sides and being unapologetically direct can be his secrets for success in ST4.   If you enjoyed this episode, please leave a rating or a review, and be sure to subscribe or follow the podcast to be notified of all future episodes. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

    1 hr
  4. Tom Cannon & Ben Wilmot: Live Audience Show from Ricardo's Bar

    9 JAN

    Tom Cannon & Ben Wilmot: Live Audience Show from Ricardo's Bar

    Tom Cannon and Ben Wilmot joined Rob Adcock on stage in Ricardo's bar at the bet365 Stadium for Potters' Pod's first show in front of a live audience.   Tom talks about his lifelong ‘rinse and repeat’ obsession with football and how, despite interest from rival clubs spanning the length & breadth of the land, Stoke City was an easy sell.    Ben, meanwhile, talks through an early career Italian job with Udinese, warming up the Stevenage Borough goalkeepers at the age of seven and why he enjoys being Ben Wilmot, not just Richard Wilmot’s son.    Make sure you’re subscribed to Potters’ Pod to get notified when the next episode is released. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

    57 min
  5. Ryan Shawcross (Part 2): Being a Bona Fide Stokie, Spoiling Steven Gerrard’s Swan Song and Life in Miami with David Beckham

    19/12/2024

    Ryan Shawcross (Part 2): Being a Bona Fide Stokie, Spoiling Steven Gerrard’s Swan Song and Life in Miami with David Beckham

    In Part 2 of our interview Ryan Shawcross, the former Potters’ captain discusses leading his side to a memorable 6-1 victory over Liverpool, getting to know David Beckham in Miami and why he speaks from bitter experience when telling Stoke’s current crop of youngsters they might only get one chance. Currently Lead Coach of the Club’s U21s, Shawcross reveals why being a defender is too stressful to ever enjoy playing, becoming a proper adopted Stokie, and why, despite many opportunities, he never wanted to leave. The club legend reveals why he’s a tough ‘no silver spoon’ parent, how injuries during his latter career left his body ‘shot to pieces’ and why saying what he sees has always served him well. You can listen to Part 1 of our interview with Ryan here   Make sure you’re subscribed to Potters’ Pod to get notified when the next episode is released! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

    31 min
  6. Ryan Shawcross (Part 1): The Pulis Influence, Promotion, Three Lions and The Highs & Lows of Football

    05/12/2024

    Ryan Shawcross (Part 1): The Pulis Influence, Promotion, Three Lions and The Highs & Lows of Football

    In this episode of Potters’ Pod, Rob Adcock is joined by our former defender and current U21 coach, Ryan Shawcross. Ryan reflects on how his time at Stoke City began under Tony Pulis and how a squad full of players with something to prove helped define the team’s gritty identity. He reveals ways in which the Championship is actually tougher than the Premier League, opens up about the whirlwind of being called up to the England squad at just 21 and why both Pulis and Mark Hughes were the right managers at the right time. He also recounts the terrifying presence of Fabio Capello, the mythical magic of Rory Delap’s long throw, FA Cup and European adventures and how the Potters’ family supported him during the toughest moments of his career. Part Two is on the way soon, so make sure you’re subscribed to Potters’ Pod to get notified when the next episode is released! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

    48 min
  7. Andrew Moran (Part 2): Signing For Stoke, The Secret Celebration and Similarities Between De Zerbi and Pèlach

    21/11/2024

    Andrew Moran (Part 2): Signing For Stoke, The Secret Celebration and Similarities Between De Zerbi and Pèlach

    In Part 2 of Rob Adcock’s interview with Andrew Moran, the Republic of Ireland international recalls feeling like an imposter after signing for the Seagulls, and describes how Roberto De Zerbi opened his eyes to new ways of playing the beautiful game. The midfielder reveals how Narcís Pèlach bears exciting similarities to the former Brighton boss and how an Emerald Isle allegiance with Jon Walters paved the way for a summer move to the Potteries. Moran also devises and pledges to perform a Potters’ Pod inspired celebration when he next finds the net for the lads in red and white. Make sure you’re subscribed to Potters’ Pod to get notified when the next episode is released. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

    45 min
  8. Andrew Moran (Part 1): From Diminutive Dublin Underdog To Answering Ireland’s Call

    07/11/2024

    Andrew Moran (Part 1): From Diminutive Dublin Underdog To Answering Ireland’s Call

    In this episode of Potters’ Pod, Rob Adcock is joined by Stoke City’s Republic of Ireland international playmaker, Andrew Moran. In Part 1, Andrew opens up about his path from being an diminutive Dublin boy to a full Ireland international. A rising star with Brighton & Hove Albion, currently impressing on loan in the Potteries, Moran shares how his love for the game nearly faded in his youth and how a surprise home visit from emerald isle icon, Damian Duff, changed everything. Potters’ Pod takes a ‘This Is Your Life’ turn with messages from Andrew’s boyhood coaches. And the midfielder reveals how his move to England was initially so daunting that he simply did not want to go, together with just how much of a boyhood dream it was to represent the Boys in Green on the world stage. Part Two is on the way soon, so make sure you’re subscribed to Potters’ Pod to get notified when the next episode is released. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

    38 min
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In Potters' Pod, Rob Adcock takes you behind the scenes at the bet365 Stadium to bring you unrivalled access to the players and staff of Stoke City. Follow the official Stoke City Podcast wherever you listen for the biggest Potters’ names and the best insight on your club. For more Stoke City news and content visit the official website https://www.stokecityfc.com This podcast is produced by Sport Social Podcast Network for Stoke City FC.

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