Campbell's Footballs
Campbell's Footballs
Stato (Dr. Grant Campbell)
A quirky football show in which I, Dr. Grant Campbell, talk to people from the world of football and entertainment about their time in the game and ask them to share stories. This podcast will host plenty of wild football predictions as well as interesting stories from a diverse range of guests within football such as grassroots, media and journalism, ex-professionals and football fans. Contributions, shout outs and conversations encouraged! "The Only Podcast where bad predictions are cancelled out by good craic"! In Association with Toby Johnson and Rory Hope Music
S4E20: Campbell's Footballs with Steven Mills
Steven Mills is my latest guest on Campbell's Footballs. We'll chat about how he got into NI domestic football with Larne, Newry and Ballyclare as well as learn more about his relationship with Gary Haveron at Carrick Rangers and Glentoran. The jist of the show is learning more about Steven's involvement with NIFL so hope you enjoy what happens there. Music by Toby Johnson and Rory Hope.
Apr 17, 2024
1 hr 8 min
S4E19: The Final Crescendo of the NIFL Season: Irish Cup Review and Split Discussion with Callum McFadden
World Football Index writer Callum McFadden joins Grant for a bumper Campbell's Footballs episode. It's the final countdown to an enthralling NIFL Season. The Irish Cup will be between Cliftonville and Linfield. How did the Reds secure a magnificent win over high flying Larne. How did Jim Magilton's side get it done? Why did it not happen for the Inver Men? We turn to events at The Oval. Linfield exact revenge on Glentoran for December's hammering. How massive is Kyle McClean? Did Glentoran freeze in their "cup final"? Who will win the Irish Cup 2023/24? The Split is about to kick off with a lot of mouthwatering games and plenty on the line. Larne exact revenge on the Reds with a great win at Solitude. What did they do differently from the Irish Cup defeat? Are Tiernan Lynch's men favourites for back to back titles? Linfield aren't going away. Another gritty win for Healy's men but do they still have deficiencies that can be exploited? How massive has Ethan McGee been? We examine the split run in on both sides with the bottom half also discussed. Who will win the title? Secure 4th? Secure 7th? Go down? It's all discussed! This show is dedicated to Barry Gray as he battles with cancer and has had to step away as manager as Newry City for the time being. Barry, we all wish you a speedy recovery here on Campbell's Footballs. Music by Toby Johnson and Rory Hope.
Apr 4, 2024
1 hr 47 min
S4E18: 2024 Irish Cup Semi Final Preview
It's the Irish Cup Semi Finals with Cliftonville, Larne, Glentoran and Linfield going head to head in 2 mouthwatering semi finals. In this episode of the show, Grant chats to the sponsor of the Irish Cup, Clearer Water's Ross Lazaroo-Hood to discuss their involvement in the competition and get his thoughts on the two semi finals. In the second half of the show, BBC Sport NI journalist Mark Strange joins Grant to preview Glentoran v Linfield and Cliftonville v Larne in greater detail, highlighting key players on all four teams, providing a deep preview of both matches and giving their predictions on who will make the May showpiece at Windsor Park. Music by Toby Johnson and Rory Hope.
Mar 27, 2024
1 hr 42 min
S4E17: The Fan Experience Part 2 with Blair McNally
These next couple of shows will be talking about fan engagement and experience of following football in Northern Ireland. For Part 2 Grant sits down with YouTube sensation Blair McNally to review the NIFL League Cup Final between Portadown and Linfield as well as discuss Blair's journey across a range of ROI and Scottish Clubs. Featuring a guest appearance from Aurora Borealis! Music by Toby Johnson and Rory Hope Bringing the Atmosphere to YOU! 🫵🏻🏟️ Blair McNally on YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@BlairMcNally Hi, I’m Blair McNally. Join me as I aim to find the ULTIMATE Match-Day Experience! If you like Travelling, Tours, Beer, Food or Football, THIS is the place to be! Strap in, as I travel across the world to show you footage from the stands like never before!...🔥
Mar 20, 2024
48 min
S4E16: The Fan Experience Part 1 with ULNK's Simon Steele
These next couple of shows will be talking about fan engagement and experience of following football in Northern Ireland. For Part 1, Grant sits down with ULNK CEO Simon Steele to talk about entrepreneurship, following football in NI, playing alongside Elliott Morris and Jamie Mulgrew plus much more. ULNK 📈Build & 💰Monetise Your Fan Base🏆 Most Innovative Sports Fan Engagement App 2024 Award WinnerFind Out How We Can Help Your Club ⬇️ulnk.co.uk Music by Toby Johnson and Rory Hope.
Mar 17, 2024
1 hr 7 min
S4E15: The 2024 Northern Irish League Cup Final Preview with Matthew Tipton
It's David Healy's Linfield who will be taking on Niall Currie's Portadown on Mothers Day Sunday at Windsor Park and who better to have on the show than a man who has been involved in some form at both clubs. Matthew Tipton, former manager at the Ports and player at the Blues, joins me to preview the 2024 Northern Irish League Cup Final. We examine both team's run to the final and assess where the final will be won or lost. We also give our predictions for the final too. Music by Toby Johnson and Rory Hope.
Mar 4, 2024
1 hr 4 min
S4E14: Paul Owens - Limavady and Coleraine memories
This latest episode of the show is all about the current Premier Intermediate League leaders Limavady United and Paul Owens sits down with Grant to discuss the season so far as well as other Northern Irish League memories from his time at Coleraine. Music by Toby Johnson and Rory Hope.
Feb 27, 2024
48 min
S4E13: Newry and Tales from the Press Box with Gareth McCullough
Gareth McCullough is a journalist and media enthusiast who has done a range of things across the footballing game in Northern Ireland. In this episode of the show, Grant sits down with Gareth to discuss his time following his beloved Newry City as well as how he got into journalism and media. There are plenty of fabulous stories including relationships with Darren Mullen and interviewing Petr Cech. Music by Toby Johnson and Rory Hope
Feb 19, 2024
1 hr 32 min
S4E12: Northern Irish League Stories, Larne and more with Gerry Flynn
Northern Irish Football legend Gerry Flynn has had a remarkable career encompassing a host of clubs including Cliftonville, Coleraine and Hull City. On the show, he sits down to chat with Grant about his time in the game as well as discuss his latest ventures in the league with the 2023 champions Larne. Many greatc stories and memories are shared as Gerry lifts the lid on a distinguished career which is nowhere near done yet! Music by Toby Johnson and Rory Hope
Feb 12, 2024
1 hr 11 min
S4E11: Refereeing in Northern Ireland with FIFA Referee Jamie Robinson
Jamie Robinson has done a lot so far in his refereeing career so far. Officiating since the age of 13, he has had the opportunity to manage the Mid Ulster Cup and Co. Antrim Shield Finals. He has also stood next to Pep Guardiola on the touchline and does a lot outside of football with his flags-related businesses.# In this episode, Jamie speaks to Grant about his time refereeing so far and highlights plans for refereeing in Northern Ireland long term. Music by Toby Johnson and Rory Hope
Feb 5, 2024
1 hr 10 min
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