Potters' Pod: The Official Stoke City Podcast

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Ever wondered what really goes on behind the scenes at the bet365 Stadium? Potters' Pod is the official podcast from Stoke City Football Club, hosted by Rob Adcock, getting you unrivalled access to the people you want to hear from. From in-depth conversations with current players like Aaron Cresswell, Viktor Johansson and Ben Gibson, to exclusive chats with manager Mark Robins and his coaching team. We also bring you club legends and former favourites sharing their stories and insights. Whether you're after behind-the-scenes stories or honest conversations about life at the bet365 Stadium, Potters' Pod delivers the biggest names and best insight on your club. Follow wherever you listen to podcasts so you never miss an episode. For more news and content relating to the Potters, go to the app store and download the Stoke City app.  This podcast is produced by Sport Social Podcast Network for Stoke City FC.

  1. Tommy Simkin: Martial Arts, Mentality and His Mission to Make It at Stoke

    4d ago

    Tommy Simkin: Martial Arts, Mentality and His Mission to Make It at Stoke

    Tommy Simkin joins Rob Adcock for this episode of Potters’ Pod to reflect on a remarkable rise through the game, from martial arts world champion to exciting young Stoke City goalkeeper.  Simkin talks through his early life in a fiercely competitive sporting family, the influence of his dad’s martial arts background, and how that shaped the mentality that now defines him on the pitch. He opens-up on his rapid development, including stepping into men’s football at just 16 with Hanley Town, learning his trade out on loan, and the experiences that toughened him up both on and off the pitch.   There’s insight into Wembley heartbreak with Walsall, the realities of the lower-leagues, and how those moments helped shape his mindset. The conversation also covers his journey with England, including what it’s like to be part of an international setup packed with elite talent and the experience of lifting a trophy for his country. Simkin also reflects on breaking into Stoke City’s first team, the role senior players have played in his development, the influence of Viktor Johansson and Frank Fielding and what it means to represent the Potters. There’s also plenty of insight into dressing room culture, life away from football, and the grounded mentality that continues to drive him forward. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

    1h 18m
  2. Erik Pieters: Stoke Felt Like Home, Life After Football and the Battles You Don’t See

    May 7

    Erik Pieters: Stoke Felt Like Home, Life After Football and the Battles You Don’t See

    In one of the most open and powerful conversations in Potters’ Pod history, former Stoke City defender Erik Pieters joins Rob Adcock to reflect on a career, and a life, shaped by resilience, perspective and honesty. From growing up in a tiny village in the Netherlands to playing in the Premier League and Champions League, Erik takes us on his journey through football’s highest highs and its most difficult moments. He speaks candidly about career‑defining injuries, missed international tournaments, and how learning to process emotion has reshaped the way he views both football and life. There’s extensive reflection on his six years at Stoke City; why the club immediately felt like home, what made the Mark Hughes era dressing room so special, and how a core group of leaders helped redefine the Potters’ identity in the Premier League. Erik also shares memories of playing alongside and learning from true club legends, and why those years now feel even more special with the benefit of hindsight. Away from the pitch, Erik opens up about retirement, identity after football, family life, and the most challenging period he and his wife have faced, a story he tells with remarkable honesty in the hope it helps others. He explains why speaking out matters, why “real men do cry”, and why mental health support must continue to evolve in the modern game. This is a thoughtful, emotional and deeply human episode, one that goes far beyond football, while remaining rooted in everything that made Erik’s time at Stoke City so meaningful.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

    59 min

  3. Apr 23

    Robert Bozenik - Potters’ Picks: The National Team Captain, a Premier League Veteran and a Surprise Pick Up Front

    Stoke City striker Robert Bozenik steps up for his episode of Potters’ Picks, choosing his dream XI from across a career that’s already taken him through five countries and the heart of the Slovakia national team setup. Rob talks us through the players who shaped him, including a national team skipper, a Premier League mainstay, and a midfielder he says is “impossible to defend against”. There’s even a surprise inclusion for one attacking role… and a very familiar face leading the line. Rob shares stories of life inside the Slovakia camp, reflects on his development at Stoke City, and explains how a certain Dutch icon from his Feyenoord days ended up influencing his game more than anyone else. If you want more from Rob, including his journey from Slovakia to the bet365 Stadium, adapting to life in England, and the teammates who’ve helped shape him, you’ll also find his full Potters’ Pod interview in this feed. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

    21 min
  4. Robert Bozenik: Five Countries, Fierce Determination and Finding Home at Stoke City

    Apr 9

    Robert Bozenik: Five Countries, Fierce Determination and Finding Home at Stoke City

    From a small Slovakian village near the Polish border to the roar of 55,000 fans in Rotterdam, Robert Bozenik’s journey to Stoke City has been anything but ordinary. In this episode of Potters’ Pod, the striker opens up about the values instilled in him from childhood; hard work, humility and never expecting anything for free, and how they shaped the player Potters fans see today. Robert reflects on his rapid rise at Žilina, a whirlwind move to Feyenoord as a teenager, and the tough injury spells that taught him resilience and patience. He talks candidly about life in Portugal, learning new languages, regaining his rhythm at Boavista, and why swapping sunshine for Staffordshire rain felt like the right step at the perfect time. From bonding with Viktor Johansson through injury rehab, to linking up with compatriot Tomas Rigo, Robert shares why he felt “at home” at Stoke from day one. There’s insight into the dressing room’s biggest characters, the teammates he’d least like to face as an opponent, and what he’s learned from legends like Steven Nzonzi and the club’s coaching staff. There’s even a story about pastries, Portuguese hospital conversations, and an ill‑fitting pair of trousers that changed his life. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

    1h 4m

  5. Mar 19

    Ashley Phillips - Potters’ Picks: Wembley Dreams, Superstar Teammates and a Five‑a‑Side Clash Like No Other

    Stoke City defender Ashley Phillips returns to the mic to build the ultimate five‑a‑side showdown. Ashley selects two teams of five: one made up of the best teammates he’s ever shared a pitch with, and the other formed from the toughest opponents he’s faced in his young career. Expect bold calls, surprise inclusions and a few nods to his time at Stoke City. There’s a surprise choice between the posts, a midfield maestro destined for the very top, and one former Premier League Golden Boot winner who had Ashley scrambling in training. On the opponents’ side, Ashley lifts the lid on marking a much‑debated England international, chasing shadows against a veteran Premier League striker, and the moment he almost asked a Premier League winner for their shirt.Away from the teams, Ashley reveals: Why his dream fixture takes place under the arch at Wembley The superstar he selects for halftime entertainment How the pace, personality and professionalism of elite players have shaped his own development His pride in returning to Stoke City and why the club already feels like home Packed with character, honesty and a few brilliant stories from inside the dressing room, it’s a must‑listen for Stoke City fans and anyone following Ashley’s rapid rise. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

    17 min
  6. If You Can See It, You Can Be It: Stoke City’s Female Leaders Share Their Stories

    Mar 8

    If You Can See It, You Can Be It: Stoke City’s Female Leaders Share Their Stories

    In this special International Women’s Day edition of Potters’ Pod, we shine a spotlight on women playing an integral role at Stoke City — on and off the pitch. Host Sam Fletcher sits down with four leaders from across the club: •⁠ ⁠Steph Wakelin, Women’s & Girls’ Performance Director •⁠ ⁠Sarah Richardson, Women’s First Team Head Coach •⁠ ⁠Laura Nicholls, Director of Community Engagement •⁠ ⁠Clare Buckley‑Prescott, Head of Safety Operations Together, they reflect on their journeys into football; from childhood dreams to unexpected career pivots and the barriers, biases, and breakthroughs that have defined their paths. They discuss the changing landscape for girls and women in the sport, the power of visibility, and why leadership should never be defined by gender. There are stories of resilience, sacrifices made by families, imposter syndrome, and the pinch‑me moments that remind the quartet of how far both they and the game have come. They share the pride they feel in representing Stoke City, the importance of creating opportunities for the next generation, and the advice they would give to young girls who dream of working in football. It’s an honest, thought-provoking and inspiring conversation about determination, identity, community, and the women helping shape a more inclusive future for the game. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

    43 min

  7. Feb 19

    Frank Fielding – Potters’ Picks: Surprise Selections, Proper Grounds & A Classic 4‑4‑2

    Stoke City goalkeeper Frank Fielding joins Rob Adcock for a brilliantly unpredictable edition of Potters’ Picks. And true to form, his all-time XI is packed with personality and stories of the characters which make up a team from the stopper’s career.Opting for a classic 4‑4‑2, Fielding digs into a career spent across the Premier League and EFL to assemble a team full of leaders and cult heroes. You can expect: A surprise choice in goal based on years of shared dressing‑rooms A centre‑back pairing featuring a born leader and a future England international A midfielder whose pre‑match routine is the stuff of legend A winger whose raw talent never stopped turning heads And a front line featuring two forwards with totally different, but equally unforgettable, stories Frank also picks the perfect ‘proper’ football ground to host his dream match, debates the essentials of a matchday kiosk (including a passionate case for Bovril), and reveals the one type of pie he absolutely will not entertain. Full of warmth, nostalgia and typical Fielding humour, this episode offers Stoke fans a brilliant insight into the teammates, tales and moments that shaped his journey.If you enjoy the episode, don’t forget to leave a review or share it with a fellow Stokie. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

    17 min

  8. Feb 5

    Aaron Cresswell – Potters’ Picks: Building His Ultimate XI for a Vegas Showdown

    Potters’ Picks is here! A brand new companion series to Potters’ Pod, giving Stoke City players and favourites the chance to build the ultimate fantasy football match. In the inaugural episode, Aaron Cresswell steps up to create his dream all‑time XI from almost two decades in the professional game and a career that spans more than 600 matches, more than half of which were played in the Premier League. With plenty of difficult decisions to make in a star-studded line-up, the former England international has built a team stacked with talent and character. He and host Rob Adcock go beyond the pitch too, deciding on: Where in the world this one‑off match is played and why The half‑time food and drink every fan should be allowed to enjoy Who delivers the half‑time show Which manager is trusted to lead this star‑studded XI A post-match night out only Vegas could handle It’s not just names you’ll hear from the Potters’ defender, expect stories from his time as a Hammers’ hero, Three Lions camps, and the dressing rooms that shaped his career, with plenty of nods to Stoke City connections. In a career littered with success at the highest level, the high calibre defender also has the dilemma of whether to include himself in his XI. If you enjoy the first ever Potters’ Picks, don’t forget to leave a review and share it with a fellow Stoke fan. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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Ever wondered what really goes on behind the scenes at the bet365 Stadium? Potters' Pod is the official podcast from Stoke City Football Club, hosted by Rob Adcock, getting you unrivalled access to the people you want to hear from. From in-depth conversations with current players like Aaron Cresswell, Viktor Johansson and Ben Gibson, to exclusive chats with manager Mark Robins and his coaching team. We also bring you club legends and former favourites sharing their stories and insights. Whether you're after behind-the-scenes stories or honest conversations about life at the bet365 Stadium, Potters' Pod delivers the biggest names and best insight on your club. Follow wherever you listen to podcasts so you never miss an episode. For more news and content relating to the Potters, go to the app store and download the Stoke City app.  This podcast is produced by Sport Social Podcast Network for Stoke City FC.

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