Joe’s journey.Joe Mason grew up an Argyle supporter, had two older brothers in the Academy and dreamed of emulating his hero, Michael Evans.This week’s episode of the Argyle Podcast is part of the EFL’s Youth Development Week and shows off one of ‘our own’ who has gone on to make a success in the game after progressing through Argyle’s youth set-up.Not only did Joe manage to break through after a successful youth career, which involved locking horns with England Internationals Daniel Sturridge and Kieran Trippier in the FA Youth Cup, he got to play and score at Home Park.Under the stewardship of Argyle icon, Paul Mariner, Joe broke into the first team in the Championship, before showing his ability in League One.It was during that second season he attracted interest from a host of clubs and Cardiff City because his home the following year.There he would become an instant hero, giving Cardiff City the lead in the 2012 League Cup final against Liverpool and being part of the squad to win promotion to the Premier League for the first time in their history.Joe has since played in America and Canada but has always had Argyle close to his heart.This is the story of Joe Mason.

The cream of Cornwall.There aren’t many footballers from Cornwall who have gone on to grace the world stage, but Chris Morris certainly is one of them.Having failed to make the grade at both Argyle and Exeter City, Newquay-born Morris had to make the decision to move to Sheffield to pursue his footballing dream.After impressing the great Jack Charlton, enough, he signed as a teenager at Sheffield Wednesday, helping them to promotion in just his second season.A move to Scotland and Celtic was to follow where he became an instant hero, playing every game as Celtic won the league and cup double in their centenary season.Former boss, Charlton, was so impressed with Morris’ performances north of the border that he brought him into the Ireland squad that defied the odds to reach not only the European Championships in 1988, but the quarter finals two years later at the World Cup in Italy in 1990.A stint in the Premier League was cut short and after a return home to the family pasty making business, Chris Morris became a coach developer and finally landed his job at Argyle, where he currently works in the Academy.The is the pretty incredible story of Chris Morris.

The Feeney Footballing Family.Warren Feeney is one of four generations of professional footballers from his family. His grandad played for Swansea City and Ipswich Town in the 1940s and 50s, his dad was a prolific scorer for Glentoran, and his son has just started out being coached by Warren himself.Growing up in Belfast all Warren knew was football. He moved to Leeds United as a teenager and struck up a strong friendship with Premier League legends Robbie Fowler and Harry Kewell.Moved to Bournemouth and Stockport County kickstarted his career which saw him play in the Football League for over a decade.As well as domestic honours he was also capped by his national team 46 times, playing in famous wins over England and Spain at Windsor Park.Not content with playing, Warren has also paved himself a successful career as a coach in Northern Ireland, Wales, England and Bulgaria. There are plenty of tales in this one.This is the story of Warren Feeney. *WARNING: This podcast contains very strong language that some may find offensive.

“Campione, Campione, ole, ole, ole…”It was a weekend to remember for the Argyle under-18 side. Coming from 4-1 down to pip rivals Swindon Town to the title, the first for nine years.This week’s episode will focus on some of the people involved in clinching the South West EFL Youth Alliance League.Coaches, Jamie Lowry and James Bradley are joined by captain Lewis Colwell, title clincher, Caleb Roberts and influential forward, Josh Bernard in remembering the day.Academy Manager, Phil Stokes, also joins the pod to talk through the achievement as well as some of the other successes across the age groups.

"...but now he's alright."It's fair to say that Scott Wootton and an interesting relationship with the Argyle fans. He spent two and a half years at Home Park, got relegated, but also won promotion. That promotion season, in 2019/20, was a redemption season and once that won back many harsh critics from the year pervious.Before arriving at Argyle, Scotty had a CV to rival many in the game. He learnt his trade at Melwood under the stewardship of Steve Highway - a Liverpool legend. Then at the age of 16 moved to Manchester United. A loan spell at Nottingham Forest and a £1m move to Leeds United completed a quad of English champions, all by the age of 22.Now out in New Zealand, he took time out of his evening to chat to the Argyle Podcast. This is the story of Scott Wootton.

Put your left foot forward...Garry Nelson did more than that; he jumped in, full heartedly to a career which saw him loved by fans of every club he played for.Playing local football in Essex, he was overlooked by professional outfits and was about to head off to university until a certain Scottish manager called Smith, picked him up and signed him for Southend United.A successful spell at his hometown club was followed by a move to the west country when David Smith, the same Smith from above, took the talented forward to Home Park.A promotion followed, then several more with Brighton and Hove Albion and Charlton Athletic, before he hung up his boots back in Devon again, with Torquay United.Not content with the joys of football, Nelse also became an award winning author, documenting his time playing later in his career.This is the story of Garry Nelson.

The long-haired left-back from Liverpool.Or at least that was where he was born. Jon Beswetherick lived out many kids dream and pulled on the shirt of the club he grew up supporting – the green short of Argyle.Converted from a 43 goal a season striker in local junior football, to a marauding left-back, Bezzie established himself as a regular at Home Park during the late 1990s.He was part of the Division Three championship winning season in 2001/02 and was somewhat of a cult figure at the club for his long hair, mazy runs and wicked left foot.He swapped Devon for Yorkshire in the summer after promotion was achieved but didn’t have the same success at Sheffield Wednesday and eventually lost his love for the game.This is the story of Jon Beswetherick.

Argyle Fives on FA Cup ties.With the Greens looking to progress to the fifth round of the Emirates FA Cup for the first time since 2007, the Argyle Five gang thought it would be a good idea to chat through some of the best from the club’s history.In the third of the Argyle Fives series, Charlie Price, Kevin Nancekivell and Rob McNichol dives into the club's history to narrow the list down to just five.From the very first tie bac in 1904, through to one of our greatest ever moments at Villa Park 80 years later. There have been some iconic matches and days that will last long in the memory of supporters, players and staff.Argyle Fives is also available to watch on Argyle TV - enjoy!

Football, ice-cream, music.Rory Fallon had three passions growing up and carved out a career in two of them.Having grown up in a footballing family and with one of the top coaches in New Zealand as his dad, it was little surprise that a young Rory wanted to follow in his father’s footsteps.He swapped the sun and surf of New Zealand for the cut and thrust of Barnsley and began learning his trade.A three-year spell in Yorkshire was followed by time in Wiltshire and South Wales before he finally settled on Plymouth.Never the most prolific, Rory was a team player who scored some sensational goals, none more so than a bullet header which took his country to only their second FIFA World Cup.Once his playing career was done, he turned his attentions to making ice-cream but, as yet, hasn’t ventured into the music business. There is still time.This is the story of Rory Fallon.

Every 'yard' dog has its day.From Hartlepool to India, via Argyle. Peter Hartley never hit the heights of the Premier League like some of his youth teammates at Sunderland, however, he is etched into three clubs’ history books forever.At his boyhood club, he was part of a double act, with James Poole, to thrill the football; world with a Hartley-Poole double for the Pools. Then three years later he popped up at the back post to score one of Argyle's most memorable goals to send the Greens to Wembley.Then, with his career coming to a close, Pete took the leap of faith to travel to India to play the sport he loved and won the title, as captain for Jamshedpur. If you were to talk to a fan of any of those clubs and mention the name 'Hartley' you will get a positive reaction.This is the story of Peter Hartley.