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Footy Prime The Podcast

650 episodes - English - Latest episode: 10 days ago - ★★★★★ - 3 ratings

Hosted by James Sharman, former football pros Craig Forrest, Jimmy Brennan & Amy Walsh, and producers Jeff Cole and Dan Wong


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Episodes

How much is Forrest worth for transfer in now dollars? Peeing in a cup, Jay Baruchel's new pod & weed, Dichio-less Footy Picks!

August 19, 2021 19:00 - 1 hour - 43 MB

The pod never stops!  Rubber penises, Drug Testing, Concussions, Bad English Food, Footy Picks.   Fun times had by all!  Enjoy.  Brought to you by DAZN!

The POD IS BACK! The #DAZNSoccer Show, What is Harry Kane worth and transfers? Prem Preview & Footy Picks!

August 12, 2021 14:00 - 1 hour - 44.1 MB

Great news discussed with our crew, B's internet...still, Danny's Sunderland surprise season start,  Sharms dog interrupts, Get Craig back on Twitter and Wonger tries to understand the Supercup!  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Big Announcement for those who Listen! and Dichio is back!

August 08, 2021 23:00 - 14 minutes - 9.7 MB

Sorry to tease you. The Crew at Footy Prime don't normally have must-listen news, but this week our 15-minute micropod shares some news we're quite happy about.  Who knew, right? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Euro Recap and...breathe, The Dunlops make a splash, Craig keeps the Crew in the dark

July 16, 2021 16:00 - 54 minutes - 37.2 MB

With the end of the Euro's, the Crew are moving into summertime with exhaustion but still keep the pod moving.  Sharm's is kneed deep in pies and washed over in English defeat.  Racists doing their thing.  Messi gets his Continental Win and much more.  Did someone say Didier? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Euro 2020 Final England v Italy - A Little Pod Morsel before the Big Game

July 09, 2021 19:00 - 18 minutes - 13.1 MB

An Unsure James Sharman is at a loss for words as his England side make their way to the Final on some controversial calls.  The Crew is there to straighten him out.  Mancini wins the fashion game. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Euro 2020 QFinal Matches, Emotional Tangents & Footy Picks

June 30, 2021 22:00 - 59 minutes - 40.7 MB

It's been a wild 17 days and the Euro has given the Crew delightful footy.   Sharms called the goals per game, Dunny is still sad and pensive with the loss of Portugal in the tourney, and Craig and Wonger are all smiles.  Join us for an hour of great chat and a few dozen laffs.  The Ukraine is not weak.  Watch out England! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Euro 2020 Round of 16, Roadtrips, Craig's Frozen so please mind his clicks and some surprises

June 24, 2021 18:00 - 1 hour - 45.8 MB

The Euro pretenders are gone and only the strong and most skillful will survive.  The Crew make their picks, analyse each game, discuss world and societal issues, Sharms drinks from the wrong glass, Craig's internet is much worse then Brendan's, Nigel makes a sneaky return, Twitter Questions and Wonger keeps it on track for once.  All this and more on this week's Footy Prime.  Right after Night Rider. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Euro 2020 takes Centre Stage, UEFA on the hot seat, WCQ with Canada qualifying, Craig's worst goal ever

June 17, 2021 15:00 - 48 minutes - 33.5 MB

Portugal, France, England, Italy playing well, Turkey underachieving, Denmark pressured by UEFA?  Worst goal ever and the best athlete of all time, a Pekinese! B's wife returns.  And bring Superstars back!  The fellas are Ubiquitous! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

NostraSharmus guarantees a 4-nil victory for Canada's Men's Team during WCQ. More Euro 2020! Footy Picks Euro Edition brought to you by Sports Interaction

June 10, 2021 19:00 - 45 minutes - 31.2 MB

The crew discuss Craig's limited technical skills with computers, Sharms gloats, England and Canada may have the best talent yet but perhpas the greatest  attribute is a short memory and forgotten history.  Brendan says Wonger has a point.  Danny is still lurking in Phoenix.  And you may be sick of us all by!  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Euro! Euro! Euro! Canada's Mens Team, Craig's Technical Genius - Footy Prime Weekend Wrap

June 07, 2021 13:00 - 46 minutes - 31.6 MB

The Crew put their Nostradamus hats on and talk Euro 2020 in a Back To The Future episode including the Beach Boys!  Aruba and Suriname are foes for Canada...Sharms expects more. Dichio is AWOL.    Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Chelsea are Champions of Europe! A Dan-Free Pod and the Dog's Bollocks on the Weekend Wrap!

May 31, 2021 13:00 - 46 minutes - 32 MB

After a weekend that saw Chelsea crowned champions of Europe and Brentford win promotion to the Premier League, James Sharman, Craig Forrest and Brendan Dunlop react to how Man City got it all wrong, delve into some early silly season rumours, and Craig explains the human anatomy of a tall person.  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Man U lose in PKs, The Crew's Year End Awards, Chelsea & Man City Previewed

May 28, 2021 01:00 - 1 hour - 41.7 MB

It's another banger as the boys give their props to Sharm's made up Awards. Who's going where as the off season is now upon us, Penalty Kicks discussed after 21 are scored and of course the Champions League Final on Saturday.  We have a Dichio sighting and that means 2 more weeks of lockdown.   Happy Listening. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Prem's Wild Weekend, Canadian Champs all over the World on Footy Prime's Weekend Wrap

May 24, 2021 15:00 - 32 minutes - 22.7 MB

On a weekend when Canadians touched more silverware than a bull in a china shop, Sharms, Forrest and Dunlop recap Jonathan David’s Ligue 1 title triumph and celebrate the other league winning Canadians, put a bow on a wild Premier League season that saw Liverpool and Chelsea book Champions League spots on the final day, and Sharms gets fooled by the internet Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Fans are back! Champions League Weekend for Chelsea, Leicester and Liverpool, Europa Cup glory? and Footy Picks!

May 20, 2021 14:00 - 1 hour - 42.8 MB

It's never dull and the fans coming back to the pitches add that much more excitement.  The Crew discuss the return of spectators,  The many travels of Roy Hodgson, Europa Cup ambitions, and a huge weekend for Champions Leauge advancement.  Who's in, who's out with Footy Picks?  Listen and learn-ish. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Liverpool Keeper's Big Head! Leicester's FA Cup on Footy Prime's Weekend Wrap

May 17, 2021 13:00 - 32 minutes - 22 MB

Allison's header keeps Sharms happy, Leicester a destination club?, Sports most memorable moments, and we are now on after Blossom!  The Weekend Wrap is coming at ya! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

A Man City Dynasty? The Buffon Exit? Dero and Brendan launch! And of course Footy Picks!

May 14, 2021 14:00 - 1 hour - 58.5 MB

It would be great to say the Crew is succinct but no, the verbosity builds and builds.  Is Pep the best ever?  How good do you have to be to play til your in your 40's?  Brendan shares some details about his book launch of DeRo: My Life, Footy Picks and Wonger's Hottest Hits of the Decades.  You will never get this time back so listen intently! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

DeRo: My Life - Unfiltered on Footy Prime

May 11, 2021 15:00 - 26 minutes - 18 MB

Dwayne De Rosario comes on a special edition of the pod to discuss his new autobiography, DeRo: My Life, written with our own Brendan Dunlop.  One of MLS's top 25 of All-time, DeRo shares the toughest part of writing an autobiography, tough transitions, his legacy and Brendan's stylish locks.  A great time had by all. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Chelsea's on tap, Music moves Sharm's soul, 13-year-old crushes and of course, Footy Picks

May 07, 2021 16:00 - 1 hour - 69.1 MB

In another epic week, the Crew make the most of their 100 minutes.  Everything is on the table - Craig's envy of a Super Leg, James' Call of Duty excuses, B's wonderful new demographic,  Wonger's horrible Dichio impression, Celebrity Crushes, Footy Music and more! Enjoy. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

A Mutiny at Old Trafford or a timely Protest? James and Brendan host a special Sunday Night pod.

May 03, 2021 13:00 - 31 minutes - 21.3 MB

James Sharman and Brendan Dunlop discuss the Manchester United fan protest at Old Trafford that forced the postponement of Man Utd v Liverpool, on the day that several ex-Man United players won the scudetto with Inter Milan. 

A Mutiny at Old Trafford or a timely Protest? James and Brendan host a special Sunday Night pod.

May 03, 2021 13:00 - 31 minutes - 21.3 MB

James Sharman and Brendan Dunlop discuss the Manchester United fan protest at Old Trafford that forced the postponement of Man Utd v Liverpool, on the day that several ex-Man United players won the scudetto with Inter Milan.  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Premier League Hall of Fame, Arsenal, Social Media Blackout & Confidence in Footy and in Life

April 30, 2021 15:00 - 1 hour - 67.7 MB

A reflective crew discuss the line between measured confidence and self-defeating criticism, the English Prem's Hall of Fame, Arsenal in play?,  the blackout coming for social media over the weekend, Footy Picks, and lockdown humor with Ontario's Prem.   Plenty of insight, laffs and Craig's empty cupboards. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Proletariat Wins this Round with the Super League Fail, The Worst Ideas in History, Footy Picks

April 23, 2021 17:00 - 59 minutes - 40.7 MB

It's not often that Billionaires give in...but what a historical week.  The Pandemic, Brexit and Death of a Royal couldn't bring people together more than the failure of  the European Super League.  Passions and realities are discussed.  And some of the Worst ideas to ever come from man,  Footy Picks - hurry up and listen, West Ham is playing and Craig is excited. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Breaking Pod! Super League & Mourinho: The world brought together through vitriolic opposition to Footy's Billionaire class. It's Beautiful, the Game!

April 20, 2021 12:00 - 27 minutes - 19 MB

The most passionate podcast crew on the planet discuss the Super League with all their cynicism, passion and hopefulness.  Not to be missed! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Danny's Back, Back Again!  A glorious reunion and stories of Victory & Abuse, International Keepers Day, The Follies of Fashionistas, Footy Picks and Birthdays!

April 16, 2021 16:00 - 1 hour - 67.6 MB

 Our man Dichio, back from World Cup Qualifying victories, regales us with his successes against the evil Cayman's and Bermuda!  Craig celebrates his favourite day, Sharms sells pies and embitterment, Brendan fights for the well-dressed, and Wonger Benjamin Button's as he begins his backward puberty.   MLS reviews and Footy Picks! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

MFGA - Make Football Great Again Episode. What the Crew Wants from Football Past to make the Present and Future great again. Footy Picks and Sharm's true colours.

April 09, 2021 15:00 - 1 hour - 58.7 MB

It's episode 70ish, and the Crew, minus quarantining Danny Dichio, use all of their expertise to perfect the game from haircuts to transfers to ownership.  Plus James picks on Brendan, Wonger now understands white people, Craig puts on his best radio voice and much, much more.  Oh and watch out for Elena Juatco, who sings a ditty.  You'll know her from Jann and Canadian Idol fame. Umm, Nigel sneaks a peak.  90 minutes of insight and absurdity. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more...

Footy Prime - It's more of the same and completely different. The Mic problem seems fixed. Sharms is back. Dunlop takes a penalty kick. Craig enunciates. Wong giggles.

April 02, 2021 20:00 - 1 hour - 53.1 MB

Our Danny Dichio continues to isolate after his and Canada's men's teams triumphant World Cup Qualifying in Orlando, but James Sharman returns to pull as much information out of Craig Forrest as possible.  Topics include Newcastle accents, Footy Prime Penalty Kick contest, Bahrain, Lower Ranked Countries & Footy Picks.  The crew is in fine form.   Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Footy Prime - Brendan and Wonger drill Craig on WCQ disappointment, player and fan. B relives Greece defeating Portugal, Qatar WC, Gareth Bale departing? Canada and US looking good? OGS extension at Man United?

March 26, 2021 16:00 - 1 hour - 64.3 MB

This week's Footy Prime/Garage has every answer to your footy questions.   Where is Danny Dichio?  Where is James Sharman?  Does Craig have any more disappointment left in him? Canada and US can compete? Should Spurs fans be angry? OGS to be extended at Man U?  World Cup Qualifying and Euro talk?  And what was Craig's Best Worst Footy Trip?   All this and more on The Footy Prime/ Garage Podcast...still working this out. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Footy Prime Ep 67 - The Demise of Nigel? Brendan Dunlop headlines, Footy Picks: FA Cup Edition,

March 19, 2021 14:00 - 1 hour - 65.8 MB

In a raucous event, the crew welcome the newest teammate, Brendan Dunlop, on his inaugural appearance as a signed host.  Danny's Footy Picks is dub stepped, Craig eats a burrito, James tackles a negative review and Wonger is non-sensical.  Plus much more.  JC makes an appearance but does Nigel?

Footy Prime Ep 67 - The Demise of Nigel? Brendan Dunlop headlines, Footy Picks: FA Cup Edition,

March 19, 2021 14:00 - 1 hour - 65.8 MB

In a raucous event, the crew welcome the newest teammate, Brendan Dunlop, on his inaugural appearance as a signed host.  Danny's Footy Picks is dub stepped, Craig eats a burrito, James tackles a negative review and Wonger is non-sensical.  Plus much more.  JC makes an appearance but does Nigel? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Ep 66 - Danny's quarantined life described, Gerry Dobson v. James Sharman...Craig must Decide, Nicknames uncovered, Best Duos & Footy Picks

March 12, 2021 19:00 - 1 hour - 49.1 MB

Being quarantined makes Danny one sharp analyst...bored but effective.  We put Craig to the test in who was his favourite broadcast teammate.  Sharms asks some amazing questions and Nigel keeps Danny company.  Wonger good for a chuckle or two.  The crew take their shot at the weekend games with Footy Picks. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Ep 65 - Sharms has CRTC complaint, Brendan Dunlop and Nigel Nigelson sign contracts, The Footy Garage Rebranding, Danny talks Liverpool's troubles

March 05, 2021 17:00 - 33 minutes - 22.8 MB

The Crew throw together a condensed virtual pod with Craig out with an upper body injury,  Sharms hates bragging,  Danny's happy about the new name and the new signings.  Wonger and NIgel try to entertain.   Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Footy Prime Ep 64 - The Forrest Gump of Pros, Fans speaking inappropriately, Apples, All Fruit Teams, Canada Soccer, Europa League bashed, Footy Picks

February 26, 2021 19:00 - 1 hour - 51.7 MB

Right back to the garage with the Crew.  Join Danny Dichio, Craig Forrest, James Sharman, producer Dan Wong and Nigel Nigelson.  Danny and Craig share getting the wrath of fans close up and The Footy Garage could be the new name.  Questions from Twitter! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Ep. 63 - Trophies? We don't need not stinkin Trophies! Craig turns into Danny, Is City a lock? Footy Picks, Nigel Nigelson and -20 degrees in a shack.

February 12, 2021 17:00 - 1 hour - 53.9 MB

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Ep 62 - Breaking News - The Crew has lost it and it is worth every minute.

February 05, 2021 20:00 - 1 hour - 57.9 MB

Craig's 9-0 Man U loss revisited, Danny has more stories, Bell Media cuts, Lookey Likey with Sean Dyche, Footy Picks and Nigel Nigelson...Plus plenty of analysis and Super Bowl Predictions. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Cold outside but We did it! And they fired Lampard!

January 30, 2021 17:00 - 1 hour - 57 MB

So much going on, hot chips, Chelsea managers broken down, Dich getting stabbed in the back, and whole bunch more. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Ep 60 - Danny's A Villain Again, Craig's Masseuse's crusty hands, Sharms is saddened by Liverpool & From Field to Refreshments for Producer DeeDubs, Please stick around for the epilogue from Nigel.

January 22, 2021 16:00 - 1 hour - 60.2 MB

The Footy Prime Crew can sometimes self-indulge but usually this leads to confessions and transparency.  Danny shares who he despised for one of the best stories in FPTP history.  Insight and laughs galore.  And this is not hyperbole.  All the best for our 60th episode! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Ep 59 - The Show Must Go On and an Epic Opening

January 15, 2021 16:00 - 1 hour - 52.6 MB

Jeff does his best Nigel the Sherry Drinker to get us off on the right foot.  We cover the best moments of this feed, a new WH director who was a porn star!   How hard is it for players to change their schedules during COVID?  Top Game of the week with  Liverpool vs ManU. Footy Picks and all the fun our pod can deliver. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

2021 The Year in Review - An Amazing Meandering Show - Mobs, Samurai Swords, Hockey talk and of course, Footy banter for the ages. A new year has never looked so promising!

January 08, 2021 19:00 - 1 hour - 50 MB

As 2021 begins, we review the last 7 days.  Why you may ask?  Because that's what Footy Prime does.  Let's have a wonderful year together.  Also please share and RT Danny's photo. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

2021 The Year in Review - An Amazing Meandering Show - Mobs, Samurai Swords, Hockey talk and of course, Footy banter for the ages. A new year has never looked so promising!

January 08, 2021 19:00 - 1 hour - 50 MB

As 2021 begins, we review the last 7 days.  Why you may ask?  Because that's what Footy Prime does.  Let's have a wonderful year together.  Also please share and RT Danny's photo.

End of the 2020 Year/World Awards Show - Ep 58

December 18, 2020 16:00 - 1 hour - 75.2 MB

The crew indulge themselves with Awards given to some of the highlights/lowlights of the year.  Pogba, Arsenal are bashed.  Enjoy the celebrations.  Brendan Dunlop joins in a responsible, socially distanced manner.  Footy Picks Too! Best in 2021.  Nowhere but up!

End of the 2020 Year/World Awards Show - Ep 58

December 18, 2020 16:00 - 1 hour - 75.2 MB

The crew indulge themselves with Awards given to some of the highlights/lowlights of the year.  Pogba, Arsenal are bashed.  Enjoy the celebrations.  Brendan Dunlop joins in a responsible, socially distanced manner.  Footy Picks Too! Best in 2021.  Nowhere but up! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Footy Prime Ep 57: The best show, Millwall, Racism, Footy Picks, Danny and the movie 7, Laffs, Onorok!

December 11, 2020 17:00 - 1 hour - 48.6 MB

It's one of the best shows we have ever done (from a garage).  The ugly head of racism hits UEFA & English Footy.  Danny and Craig are coming off a great week of Footy Picks with big games this weekend.  MLS Cup,  Legal par·a·pher·na·lia  from our friends at Ongrok! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Ep 56 - #TFC & Greg Vanney, Best Songs to Walkout to, Social Distanced Garage & Footy Prime Picks

December 03, 2020 18:00 - 1 hour - 47.7 MB

With a unexpectedly crude opening by JC, the fellas discuss what's next for TFC, their favourite Footy Songs as Danny's  song may be getting cancelled, socially distanced podding in a garage and of course another instalment of  Footy Picks.  Enjoy! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Ep 55. - Maradona Remembered #RIP & Quarantined again

November 26, 2020 21:00 - 1 hour - 42.3 MB

Diego Maradona was a complicated superstar.  The Crew discuss his legacy.  Also who would Craig quarantine with?  He names some former teammates, coaches and opponents.  Brendan Dunlop turns down Sharms as a late sub for Dichio because of ahem, plumbing issues, and Dan and Jeff giggle about simple things. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Ep. 54 - A Visit From An Author, Brendan Dunlop, Footy Prime Picks & Name that Tune!

November 19, 2020 17:00 - 1 hour - 50.7 MB

Sportscaster and Footy fanatic Brendan Dunlop shares his experience writing about Canadian Legend Dwayne De Rosario, then takes over the show.  The crew breakdown this week's  biggest games in Footy Prime Picks and the usual rantings from the usual corners of the studio.  Enjoy!  No Crosstalk this week or at least very little.  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Episode 53 - Internationals Dissed, PK Broken Down, Prem Injuries & Sometimes Longer is Better

November 12, 2020 17:00 - 1 hour - 66.6 MB

Craig breaks down his approach to penalties, Danny, Sharms and Jeff are enthralled with English National Graphic magazines and DW shares way too much...again. Laffs, insight and fun for an enjoyable 1 hour and a half.  Don't be scared, it may be worth it.

Episode 53 - Internationals Dissed, PK Broken Down, Prem Injuries & Sometimes Longer is Better

November 12, 2020 17:00 - 1 hour - 66.6 MB

Craig breaks down his approach to penalties, Danny, Sharms and Jeff are enthralled with English National Graphic magazines and DW shares way too much...again. Laffs, insight and fun for an enjoyable 1 hour and a half.  Don't be scared, it may be worth it. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Footy Prime Ep 52 - Never Been a Better One & Man U Dissected

November 06, 2020 17:00 - 1 hour - 62.2 MB

Danny shares some once in  a lifetime stories, Sharms picks up his enthusiasm, Craig leans back even further, Jeff intros and drinks beer, Dan enjoys a chuckle or two.  The fellas dissect Man United and the Players Lounge.  Plus  Craig and Danny make their picks for the weekend games with our first Footy Prime Picks - Win, Lose or Draw.  The best just got better.   Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Footy Prime Episode 51 - Oops They Did it Again & Nick Dasovic

October 30, 2020 16:00 - 1 hour - 46.2 MB

Once again our announcer, Jefferson Cole, from the deep south of Ontario, gives us plenty to work with.  The crew talk Generational talent and how new school and old school must find a way for success, they welcome former Canadian Men's Team  midfielder and Interim Head Coach of TFC Nick Dasovic.   Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Footy Prime: The Half Century Show

October 22, 2020 19:00 - 1 hour - 51.9 MB

The fellas play "how much would you pay," compare their best Club Cars, listen to Sharms conspiracy theories, Craig's overly loud vaping and chat about  Danny's angry Lego man.  Euro League, Prem, MLS and what's next in pro sports for fans and players alike. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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