Johnathan Starling

Episode 76 features an interview with Phil Lines, the Head of International Broadcasting & Media Operations at the Premier League. During the conversation, Lines discusses how fans in the U.S. may soon be able to hear Five Live commentaries, the latest developments regarding the redesigned Premier League web site, what the chances are of the […]

Episode 75 features an interview with Howard Rogers, the co-host of the World Soccer Daily radio show. The background about Rogers, who took the place of Nick Geber, isn't known that well, so we delve into how he became a Man United fan, where he grew up, when he moved to the States and more […]

Episode 74 features an interview with Peter Lawlor, the composer and producer responsible for the new English Premier League theme song entitled "My Saturday Self." Lawlor discusses his inspiration for the track, the parallels between rock'n roll and soccer, and what his opinion is regarding the previous EPL theme. Plus, The Gaffer chats with EPL […]

Episode 73 features an interview with John Devlin, author of a two volume book entitled True Colours that delves into the fascinating topic of football kits. His books required exhaustive research to compile all of the modern kits for your favorite Premier League teams. During the interview, Devlin answers questions such as his favorite and […]

In episode 72, the feature guest is Mike Ingham, the famous BBC football commentator who has commentated on England around the world, and some of the biggest matches in the game of soccer. During this rare interview, Ingham discusses his memories of working with legends Peter Jones and Bryon Butler and shares his memories of […]

Episode 70 features an interview with Duncan Hamilton, author of the new book entitled "Provided You Don't Kiss Me: 20 Years With Brian Clough." During the interview, Hamilton discusses what Clough was really like, his memories of his first meeting with Cloughie, what Clough's secret to his success was, which person stood in his way […]

Episode 69 features an interview with investigative reporter Andrew Jennings, who has blown the cover off the FIFA corruption scandals and tells us about all of the dirty deeds that FIFA is committing in the name of football. During the interview, Jennings discusses how Blatter is able to remain in power, the police raid on […]

Episode 68 of the EPL Talk Podcast features an interview with Rodney Marsh, the former Tampa Bay Rowdies, Queens Park Rangers, Manchester City and Fulham star who has recently been working as a football pundit for Sky Sports and Talk Sport radio. Now living in Tampa, Marsh shares his memories of the NASL and answers […]

Episode 65 features an interview with Tim Glynne-Jones from MyFootballClub.co.uk. The former BBC Match of the Day Magazine editor explains how football fans can sign up to […]

Episode 64 features an interview with Ian Plenderleith, football author and writer who has lived in the States for approximately 10 years and has a unique perspective about how the American brand of the game compares to soccer in the UK. You may be surprised by some of the things he has to say. During […]

Episode 63 features an interview with ESPN co-commentator Tommy Smyth. During the interview, Smyth gives us his preview of the Champions League matches, discusses how he came up with his catchphrase ("the bulge in the auld onion bag"), the most memorable match he's ever called, whether English club teams will dominate European football in the […]

Episode 62 features an interview with John Williams, author and director of the Sir Norman Chester Centre for Football Research. During the interview, Williams shares his thoughts on the recent crowd trouble involving English fans in Europe, whether he thinks safe standing could work in England, his memories of travelling with England fans in Spain […]

In episode 61, The Gaffer interviews Oliver Tse from SoccerTV.com where he makes a major announcement regarding his site, and reveals some fascinating facts about the history of his site and the state of soccer on U.S. television. For example, Tse reveals the average TV ratings for a Premiership match on TV in America, which […]

Episode 60 features an interview with Simon Kuper, famed author of "Football Against The Enemy" and writer for The Financial Times. The episode also celebrates the one year anniversary of the EPL Talk Podcast. During the episode, Kuper tackles many topics including the rise in popularity of the sport in the United States, the significance […]

Episode 59 features an interview with Steven Powell, the head of development at the Football Supporters' Federation from England, the organization that is campaigning to introduce safe standing into Premiership stadiums, and to reduce away ticket prices. Powell also discusses several other timely topics such as the empty seats at Premier League grounds, whether he's […]