Retro Football Network Podcast

Mar 12 2024 11 ep. 76 mins 2
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Retro Football Network takes you on a nostalgic journey through the rich history and remarkable moments of the beautiful game with special guests sharing their memories and stories.

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Episode 11: Alan Tonge

Mar 12 2024 82 mins  
Gary Cook is joined by Alan Tonge, a man who was there as the rebuild of Manchester United began before his career path changed and he had to adapt to two heart wrenching moments in his life.Alan’s book “From Red to Read: The Story of Fergie's First Fledgling” is out now. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus

Episode 10: Jon Champion

Feb 28 2024 57 mins  
Gary Cook welcomes Jon Champion to the podcastJon talks about his love of York City F.C. How he broke into commentaryLife at the BBC, ITV and beyondThe Premier League and Champions LeagueAnd much more… This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit retrofootballnetwork.substack.com

Episode 9: Rod Studd

Jan 30 2024 67 mins  
Rod Studd started commentating in the late 80s and is still active today. In this episode he joins Gary Cook to talk about Leeds United, Eric Cantona, Paddy Crerand, Sir Alex Ferguson, Sid Waddell and much more. Rod is an entertaining man and an excellent storyteller. If you enjoy football nostalgia, don’t forget to subscribe to the Retro Football Network. Five times per week, yo

Episode 8: Kevin Toms

Dec 17 2023 63 mins  
Gary Cook is joined by Kevin Toms, the man who created and influenced a whole genre of football management games.Listen to how Kevin had the idea, what happened next and how his legacy lives on today.Please remember to subscribe to the podcast and if you can leave a five star review, it will help my podcast grow.Here is the link to my articles:Please visit my Retro Football store t

Episode 7: Brian Clough

Nov 15 2023 71 mins  
Gary Cook welcomes Marcus Alton to the Retro Football Network Podcast. Marcus is a huge Brian Clough fan and has written about him, campaigned for a knighthood and helped with funding for a statue.Learn new Brian Clough stories, as Marcus tells us about his hero and his dealings with the great man.Don’t forget to visit the Retro Football Network store either. Click on the link be

Episode 6: Duncan Edwards

Oct 10 2023 83 mins  
Gary Cook is joined by Wayne Barton, the author of “Eternal”, a comprehensive biography on Duncan Edwards. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit retrofootballnetwork.substack.com

Episode 5: Rich Chamberlain

Sep 26 2023 90 mins  
Author Rich Chamberlain is here with stories of Bobby Gould, Ron Atkinson, Dion Dublin and so much more as we revisit Coventry City in the Premier League.Check out his book “When The Sky Was Blue”Don’t forget to visit Viper Golf.https://www.vipergolf.co.uk/Get £5 off your order. Check out their retro football designs.Also get 18 months for the price of 12 months when you bec

Episode 4: Garry Thompson

Sep 13 2023 68 mins  
Garry Thompson was a proper centre-forward. With a career that spanned 20 years he played for some great clubs like Coventry City, West Brom, Sheffield Wednesday and his boyhood team Aston Villa.Find out how he impressed Jimmy Hill.What did Graham Taylor think of his dress sense?Enjoy some great memories from this excellent guest.Order his autobiography hereDon’t forget to subscr

Episode 3: Elton Welsby

Aug 23 2023 102 mins  
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Episode 2: Ian Danter

Aug 08 2023 82 mins  
In episode 2, host Gary Cook talks to radio presenter and commentator Ian Danter about his career, music and a passion for Birmingham City.Subscribe to the Retro Football Network and don’t miss a thing.You can join for free but there is a special offer available on paid content.Just click below to join:Subscribe here This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this wit