Tony Pulis & Mick McCarthy: “The Game’s Gone” — Old School Gaffers vs The Modern Game

Tony Pulis & Mick McCarthy: “The Game’s Gone” — Old School Gaffers vs The Modern Game

On this week’s episode of That Peter Crouch Podcast, Pete, Chris, and Steve are joined by two of football’s most iconic gaffers — Tony Pulis and Mick McCarthy.


Between them, they’ve seen it all: Premier League survival battles, international tournaments, and the changing face of English football. The lads dig deep into what it really means to be a manager — from adapting your tactics to your players, to dealing with the press, to that gut-wrenching moment when you know “the game’s gone.”


Tony opens up about his no-nonsense days at Stoke, why long grass was a tactical weapon, and the dark art of winning ugly. Mick recalls his highs with Ireland, his time at Wolves, and the unforgettable press conference moment that went viral for all the wrong reasons. Together, they share hilarious behind-the-scenes stories, harsh truths about modern football, and surprisingly tender reflections on what they miss — and don’t miss — about life in the dugout.


It’s a masterclass in management, packed with wisdom, wit, and a few classic gaffer blow-ups. Strap in for old-school honesty and some brilliant football nostalgia — and let us know in the comments… has the game really gone?


Chumbawamba


00:00 – Intro chaos: Zoom setup and the “reverse Planet Earth” start

00:12 – Chris’s story from the Wicked premiere with Ariana Grande

00:07:50 – The lads debrief Sids’ FA Cup draw

00:12:59 – Mick & Tony join the show — “Two legendary managers in the room”

00:15:20 – Respect between rival managers and the old-school pos match wine

00:17:00 – McCarthy tells the story of losing a Sids to Fulham — “I told him to f*** off!”

00:20:00 – Growing up in South Wales and fighting to make it in football

00:23:00 – Tony’s tactical evolution: from Stoke’s long throws to Palace’s flair

00:30:00 – The philosophy debate: tactics vs adapting to players

00:33:00 – Managing upwards and the modern football hierarchy

00:36:00 – Sids asks: “When did the game go?” (VAR, grass length, overprotection)

00:43:00 – Mick & Tony on VAR killing the emotion of football

00:49:00 – Viral fame: Mick McCarthy’s “it can!” meme

00:53:00 – “Never slate your players”: The golden rule of press conferences

00:55:00 – Would they ever return to management?

01:00:00 - GW12 predictions

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That Christmas Special x That Peter Crouch Podcast

That Christmas Special x That Peter Crouch Podcast

In our last episode before the birthday of baby Jesus, Crouchy, Chris and Sids decide to throw a podcast Christmas Party - what could go wrong? Adorned in their best festive gear, this Christmas special has everything you would expect from the lads including some very questionable secret Santa gifts, to cutting edge analysis of the festive fixtures. We also hear about some of the less well known Christmas traditions enjoyed by certain teams in the PL as well as some outrageous antics involving a certain Les Ferdinand’s personal chopper and some questionable football driving skills. Enjoy this extra special Christmas episode of That Peter Crouch Podcast! Chumbawamba, ye filthy animals.00:01 Intro02:32 Football Clubs' Traditions 08:00 Secret Santa12:48 End of Year Awards17:20 First Impressions21:09 Football, Christmas, and Mentality23:02 Player Preparation26:14 Christmas Parties32:28 Christmas Party Stories and Football 34:44 Smells Like Team Spirit37:41 Teams' Traditions41:03 Christmas Bonus 44:44 Get to ze Chopper48:50 Driving Me Nuts57:26 Restaurant Performances01:00:18 Staff Christmas Party 01:04:22 T’was the Night Before Christmas01:07:08 Christmas Day Cooking ScheduleSubscribe to https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCFULBvlxNWW8cWsrV6fGrcwFollow our Clips page https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCLNBLB3xr3LyiyAkhZEtiAA Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

20 Joulu 20231h 12min

Friday Forfeit Revealed!! x That Peter Crouch Podcast

Friday Forfeit Revealed!! x That Peter Crouch Podcast

It is the moment you guys have all been waiting for….. After failing to recoup any ground against Crouchy and Sids over the past couple of weeks it is now all but certain that Chris Stark will be facing the Paddy Power forfeit! (Pending a stewards enquiry) The Minister of Mischief has been in touch with the lads this week to help with the big reveal and allow the lads the revel in Starkie’s incoming humiliation. However, being the good sports they are, the lads are still allowing Chris to submit predictions for the upcoming fixtures this weekend, including Liverpool v Man U, Burnley v Everton and Bournemouth v Luton. Leave you predictions for this week’s upcoming games in the comments!Chumbawamba00:00 Intro05:28 Burnley vs. Everton 09:29 Bournemouth vs. Luton 14:50 Liverpool vs. Manchester United 20:01 Premier League Discussion21:25 Paddy Power Forfeit reveal25:09 PrawnhubSubscribe to https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCFULBvlxNWW8cWsrV6fGrcwFollow our Clips page https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCLNBLB3xr3LyiyAkhZEtiAA For more Peter Crouch: Twitter - https://twitter.com/petercrouch Therapy Crouch - https://www.youtube.com/@thetherapycrouch For more Chris Stark Twitter - https://twitter.com/Chris_StarkInstagram - https://www.instagram.com/chrisstark/For more Steve Sidwell Twitter - https://twitter.com/sjsidwell Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/stevesidwell14 #PeterCrouch #ThatPeterCrouchPodcast #AD Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

15 Joulu 202327min

Marc White aka Mr Dorking x That Peter Crouch Podcast

Marc White aka Mr Dorking x That Peter Crouch Podcast

This week, Crouchy, Chris and Sids sit down with Dorking Wanderers manager and the viral sensation that is Marc White!Marc lifts the lid on his humble, grassroots beginnings and the issues he faced when he decided to take on the role of manager after a rather boozy conversation down the pub. We hear about Dorking’s meteoric rise from the lowest league of non-league football to the top of the non-league pyramid after receiving promotions every 2 years!As is expected on That Peter Crouch Podcast, referees also come under the firing line with some constructive criticism heading their way. So, if you are looking for any tips on how to get your local Sunday league team to the top tiers of English football then look no further than That Peter Crouch Podcast!Chumbawamba00:01 Intro05:46 Dorking Progression08:45 The Referee Needs Glasses16:29 Back to the Future18:08 Pre-Game Briefings21:04 Brewdog36:33 Get Back into Teaching37:28 Old School v New School39:22 Team Development41:41 Team Bonding45:13 CPD56:32 The Fourth Officials Subscribe to https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCFULBvlxNWW8cWsrV6fGrcwFollow our Clips page https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCLNBLB3xr3LyiyAkhZEtiAA For more Peter Crouch: Twitter - https://twitter.com/petercrouch Therapy Crouch - https://www.youtube.com/@thetherapycrouch For more Chris Stark Twitter - https://twitter.com/Chris_StarkInstagram - https://www.instagram.com/chrisstark/For more Steve Sidwell Twitter - https://twitter.com/sjsidwell Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/stevesidwell14 #PeterCrouch #ThatPeterCrouchPodcast #AD Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

12 Joulu 20231h 5min

Football Fridays x That Peter Crouch Podcast

Football Fridays x That Peter Crouch Podcast

It’s that time of the week again! Crouchy, Chris and Sids are back giving their pro insights on this weekend’s biggest fixtures!In an unsurprising turn of events, Chris still trails the rest of the gang in the leaderboard standings and it is safe to say Sid’s has done enough to take his foot off the gas before the Christmas forfeit. The games the lads are looking at this week include; Wolves v Nottingham, Fulham v West Ham and Arsenal v Villa!Keep posting your predictions for the match as well as your funniest match shirts spotted over the weekend!Enjoy!00:00 Introduction01:28 Work Ethics in Football04:32 Championship Performance06:13 Goals, Goals, Goals!08:32 Upcoming Matches12:03 Fulham vs. West Ham14:08 Aston Villa vs. Arsenal Match19:57 Rod Stewart21:30 Speed Awareness Courses 24:15 Shirt NamesSubscribe to https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCFULBvlxNWW8cWsrV6fGrcwFollow our Clips page https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCLNBLB3xr3LyiyAkhZEtiAA For more Peter Crouch: Twitter - https://twitter.com/petercrouch Therapy Crouch - https://www.youtube.com/@thetherapycrouch For more Chris Stark Twitter - https://twitter.com/Chris_StarkInstagram - https://www.instagram.com/chrisstark/For more Steve Sidwell Twitter - https://twitter.com/sjsidwell Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/stevesidwell14 #PeterCrouch #ThatPeterCrouchPodcast #AD Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

8 Joulu 202327min

Sir Elton John's love and wealth of football knowledge revealed x That Peter Crouch Podcast

Sir Elton John's love and wealth of football knowledge revealed x That Peter Crouch Podcast

Over the years we have had some big names on the podcast, but it is safe to say that Sir Elton John could be up there with the biggest and best one yet (move over Prince William)Crouchy, Chris and Starkie leave the pub this week and take a trip down to Chris’ stomping ground - Watford. Here they met up with global icon and former majority shareholder of Watford F.C to get an insight on one man’s love of football and his old pal Graham Taylor. In his new book, ‘Watford Forever’ Sir Elton details Watford’s meteoric rise up the football pyramid to some of their most memorable moments and missed opportunities - and he is as every bit as entertaining as you would expect him to be.So sit back, dig out your best pair of shades and enjoy this week’s That Peter Crouch Podcast. 00:00 Elton John's Podcast Introduction02:27 Vicarage Road Experience04:59 Pre-match nerves06:40 Festive Football 11s and Listeners' Messages09:54 Managerial Habits and Football Nostalgia15:27 Sir Elton John20:11 Community in Football21:32 Club Ownership23:21 Relationship with Graham Taylor24:57 Favourite Players26:21 Scouting & Development27:31 FA Cup Memories29:20 Watford Forever30:56 Cherished Career Moments32:19 Football & Financial Changes39:40 Beyond Music47:34 Chairman's Influence on Game Days52:21 Anecdotes of Football Club Owners Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

6 Joulu 202354min

SID’S has never turned on WHAT?! X That Peter Crouch Podcast

SID’S has never turned on WHAT?! X That Peter Crouch Podcast

In the week that the world of football lost the giant of the game that is Terry Venables, the lads take a brief look at his impact and achievements not only on the game but on themselves as players. In furthering sobering news, 2 of the lads were unable to secure any points over last weekend’s games (no prizes for guessing who) whilst our runaway success story of the series continued with an admirable 4 points. The lads also discuss their plans for the upcoming festivities as well as their slight annoyance at never being asked to turn on their hometown Christmas lights - hard hitting stuff we know. Looking forward to this week, the lads are analysing Newcastle v Man U, Burnley v Sheff Utd and Brentford v Luton.Stay tuned for a big clue on the Minister of Mischief’s big teaser on what one of the lads will be facing for this year’s forfeit. 00:00 Intro and tribute to Terry Venables03:02 Christmas Turn-ons08:28 Last week’s results11:57 Brenford v Luton 18:19 Newcastle vs. Manchester United 22:14 Forfeit Update25:17 Footy shirts27:39 Bolo ZendenSubscribe to https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCFULBvlxNWW8cWsrV6fGrcwFollow our Clips page https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCLNBLB3xr3LyiyAkhZEtiAA For more Peter Crouch: Twitter - https://twitter.com/petercrouch Therapy Crouch - https://www.youtube.com/@thetherapycrouch For more Chris Stark Twitter - https://twitter.com/Chris_StarkInstagram - https://www.instagram.com/chrisstark/For more Steve Sidwell Twitter - https://twitter.com/sjsidwell Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/stevesidwell14 #PeterCrouch #ThatPeterCrouchPodcast #AD Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

1 Joulu 202328min

When big fixture announcements mess up your christmas holidays x That Peter Crouch Podcast

When big fixture announcements mess up your christmas holidays x That Peter Crouch Podcast

Fixtures Episode On this week’s episode of That Peter Crouch Podcast, Crouchy, Chris and Sid’s are talking all things fixture lists. With the busy holiday fixture season fast approaching, the lads thought it was only right to give an insight in to what it is really like as a player when the season fixtures are announced. The lads are answering questions like; what are the big fixtures you always look for on the calendar, how the fixture list affects fans as much as the players and the significance of that big opening fixture after your pre season fitness camp. With Christmas around the corner, it is only right that the lads also revisit some of the more memorable Christmas clashes and some questionable performances by players who try and pull a fast (yellow) one and get themselves some extra time off over the Yuletide season. All this and much more, only on That Peter Crouch Podcast!00:00 Intro03:01 Importance of Fixtures in Football06:30 The Opener09:04 Christmas Fixtures13:41 Christmas Eve Controversy16:55 FA Cup Matches 20:26 The Big One21:48 Draws and perceptions24:21 Champions League 31:36 The big impactSubscribe to https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCFULBvlxNWW8cWsrV6fGrcwFollow our Clips page https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCLNBLB3xr3LyiyAkhZEtiAA For more Peter Crouch: Twitter - https://twitter.com/petercrouch Therapy Crouch - https://www.youtube.com/@thetherapycrouch For more Chris Stark Twitter - https://twitter.com/Chris_StarkInstagram - https://www.instagram.com/chrisstark/For more Steve Sidwell Twitter - https://twitter.com/sjsidwell Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/stevesidwell14 #PeterCrouch #ThatPeterCrouchPodcast #AD Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

29 Marras 202346min

The Devil Wears…..Pink? x That Peter Crouch Podcast

The Devil Wears…..Pink? x That Peter Crouch Podcast

After week’s of getting sh*t about their fashion choices, the lads have decided to seek some professional help and reach out to a stylist. Leave your thoughts in the comments on who you think went for the full high fashion attire!After the international break, the boys are back to business as usual giving their insights on some of the big fixtures ahead this coming weekend, including; Man City v Liverpool, Man Utd v Everton and Spurs v VillaPete finds himself back on his soap box when it comes to the dietary requirements of some cyclist enthusiasts and you guys have been back in touch with some rather amusing football shirt sh*te. There have also been some big movements on the Paddy Power forfeit this week so watch this space, it’s gonna be a belter!00:21 Intro01:17 International break04:46 Point deductions10:23 Pre Predictions17:03 Steve Sidwell, ex Arsenal player20:24 BBQ Banter22:02 Paddy Power Forfeit25:16 Any allergies, Sir?28:12 Shirt name gameSubscribe to https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCFULBvlxNWW8cWsrV6fGrcwFollow our Clips page https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCLNBLB3xr3LyiyAkhZEtiAA For more Peter Crouch: Twitter - https://twitter.com/petercrouch Therapy Crouch - https://www.youtube.com/@thetherapycrouch For more Chris Stark Twitter - https://twitter.com/Chris_StarkInstagram - https://www.instagram.com/chrisstark/For more Steve Sidwell Twitter - https://twitter.com/sjsidwell Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/stevesidwell14 #PeterCrouch #ThatPeterCrouchPodcast #AD Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

24 Marras 202331min

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