Enjoy the full interview with Stuart King!

From laugh-out-loud stories to raw, honest moments about his football journey, this one has it all.

Linfield legend, mentor, manager – Stuart holds nothing back.

🎙️ Enjoy this conversation with Stephen Looney!

With nearly 30 years as a journalist, broadcaster, and writer, Stephen has seen it all – from the heart of the Irish League to the international stage.

This episode is packed with insight, honesty, and the kind of behind-the-scenes stories only a seasoned journalist can share.

Johnny McMurray sits down for an unforgettable conversation with Northern Ireland legend, Jackie Fullerton. From iconic football moments to behind-the-scenes stories, Jackie shares it all in this exciting episode. Don’t miss out on the insights, the laughs, and the real-life stories that make this conversation truly special. 

We sit down with the Senior Referee Manager at the Irish FA to talk all things officiating, the future of the game, collaboration with clubs, and how we can grow football together.

From growing up on a farm to chasing his football dreams, Gary takes us on a journey through his early career — with trials at West Ham, Stoke, Wolves, Blackburn, and representing Northern Ireland Schoolboys. 🇬🇧 ⚽He also shares his time playing in Norway and dives deep into his Irish League career – including unmissable stories about Roy Coyle and Ronnie McFall!This episode is packed with laughter, drama, and football gold – you’ll be on the edge of your seat.📍 Available now on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Amazon Music, and YouTube!

In this emotional and revealing episode, Gary Hamilton opens up about:⚽ Whether he enjoyed football more as a player or a manager🌱 Bringing young talent to Glenavon and watching them grow into top players📈 The highs and lows of his managerial career🗣️ The real story behind his sacking 💔 One of the lowest moments of his life and the personal challenges that followed🔮 His hopes and thoughts on what the future holdsThis is an honest, heartfelt conversation you don’t want to miss.📍 Listen now on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Amazon Music, and YouTube

In this episode, Tim dives into:⚽ Who is Tim McCann? 🔴 The start of his football journey and signing for Cliftonville📖 Brilliant stories about the managers and players he worked with🏆 The iconic Dundonald Football Sixes at the Icebowl🧠 His managerial career and winning the league with Cliftonville🔁 And the big move – from North Belfast to East Belfast, making the switch from Cliftonville to GlentoranPacked with insight, memories, and proper Irish League history – this one’s not to be missed!

In this episode, David dives into:🔹 Who is David McAlinden?🏟️ Playing at St. Andrew’s and how his Irish League career began👨‍👦 The massive influence his dad had on his football journey🤐 Things he regrets, lessons learned, and defining moments⚽ His playing career across Ballymena United, Crusaders, Glenavon, Cliftonville, Lisburn Distillery, and Carrick Rangers🗣️ Unfiltered stories about the managers he played under and the players he lined up with📖 And plenty of never-before-heard tales from inside the gameThis is real, raw football storytelling — don’t miss it.

In this emotional and deeply personal episode, Tim opens up about the later stages of his football journey and more:⚽ How it ended at Glentoran and signing for Ballymena United🧠 His transition into management with Lisburn Distillery 🔁 Joining the management team at Larne, then returning to Glentoran to work alongside Declan Devine and Paddy McLaughlin💔 The loss of a child – Tim shares the pain, grief, and strength it takes to carry on🔥 His thoughts on the recent Larne vs Glentoran incident at The OvalThis episode is raw, real, and incredibly moving.📍 Out now on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Amazon Music & YouTube

In this powerful and revealing episode, David reflects on:

⚽ The end of his playing career and transition into coaching

🧠 Becoming Larne manager, returning to Carrick Rangers, and his regrets in management

💥 The devastating injury to Scott Irvine and how it impacted him personally and professionally

🏙️ His current involvement with Shankill United and how he views the game today

🤝 His thoughts on a return to management, a heated run-in with Leon Knight, and his relationship with Michael Hughes

🧺 Oh… and you won’t believe the story involving a washing machine

This is real, honest football chat you won’t want to miss.

📍 Now streaming on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Amazon Music & YouTube

The full conversation with Andrew Waterworth is now streaming on all platforms!

From goals and glory to the emotional moment he stepped away from the game, Andrew opens up about the highs, the pressure, and the decision to hang up his boots.

A raw, honest, and inspiring episode you don’t want to miss.

🎧 Listen now on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Amazon Music & YouTube.

Here’s what we get into:

⚽ From advertising to the Irish League – becoming Larne’s GM

💡 Building the “Aspire to Inspire” vision

👟 Viral moments: Nike “Just Did It” billboard & “Lions vs Sheep” Irish Cup campaign

🙌 Launching Larne Ladies, school flag comps & buying the drum to spark fan culture

🏟️ The Inver Park transformation & installing the 3G pitch

📺 Media moments: Rangers friendly, Sky Sports features & more

✈️ LA stories, a private jet to Cheltenham & full-time football chaos

📑 Player fees, matchday madness & running a club

🤝 Working alongside Kenny Bruce – driven, generous & demanding

✂️ Why he stepped away – and the now infamous barber chair fallout

❤️ Candid chat on grief, therapy & his late brother, Stephen Clements

This one’s full of mischief, momentum, and meaning – don’t miss it.

🎙️ Now Available – Matthew Tipton on On the Spot Football Podcast

Who is Matthew Tipton?

From growing up in Wales to becoming a goal machine and manager in the Irish League, this episode is packed with insight, stories, and laughs:

⚽ Trialling at Liverpool, Man City, Arsenal, Sheffield Wednesday & Blackburn

✍️ Signing for Oldham at 14, negotiating contracts, and playing under Neil Warnock

🔢 Wearing the iconic #9 shirt at Oldham and living through the highs and lows

🐉 Representing Wales U21

🏟️ Playing for Macclesfield, Bury, Hyde, and adapting from full-time to part-time football

🇮🇪 His Irish League career and transition into management with Warrenpoint Town, Portadown & Ards

📈 His current role with the Irish FA coaching setup

This one is packed with career-defining moments and brilliant behind-the-scenes stories.

📍 Now streaming on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Amazon Music & YouTube

This episode picks up after the Glentoran saga and takes us through a remarkable journey of resilience and football passion:

🏆 Returning to the Welders and finding the love for football again, winning the Steel & Sons Cup

🤣 A hilarious story about Stuart King

⚽ Moving to Ards FC, then back to the Welders

✈️ Meeting Stephen Baxter in Vilamoura, and what that led to

👊 Playing under Stephen Baxter at Crusaders — what it was like and the experience of playing there

➡️ Moving to Larne — from the Championship to the Premiership

🔄 Finally, making the leap to Derry City, where he’s now the goalkeeping coach

This one is packed with laughs, stories, and behind-the-scenes insight you won’t want to miss.

📍 Now streaming on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Amazon Music & YouTube

In conversation with Michael Dougherty, we dive into:

🔹 Who is Michael Dougherty?

🏫 Growing up in Ashfield School and discovering his passion for goalkeeping

❤️ His love for Glentoran as a fan and eventually playing for his boyhood club

⚽ Playing for Harland and Wolff Welders, sharing the pitch with legends

🇬🇧 Getting called up to the Junior International

👔 How Alan Dornan brought him to Crusaders

🔙 Returning to play under Paul Kirk at Distillery

🌍 Playing for Distillery into Europe — and sharing some hilarious stories

➡️ Moving to Portadown

🦵 The story behind his special shin guards

💥 That unforgettable incident at Ballymena United involving a ball boy

❤️‍🔥 Returning to Glentoran and signing a professional contract

🚪 And finally, how it all ended at Glentoran — and what really happened.

This is Part 1 of a powerful, funny, and inspiring football journey.

📍 Now streaming on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Amazon Music & YouTube

This is a raw, honest, and powerful episode where Aaron shares his full story:

🔹 Who is Aaron Smyth?

⚽ Starting his career and debuting for Cliftonville at 17

🏆 Winning Young Player of the Year – and what really happened that night

🧠 How insecurity and self-image issues held him back

🍺 The rise of drinking and drug use during his career

🌍 Playing in Europe and stints at Lisburn Distillery, Carrick Rangers, and Glentoran

⚠️ Controversial moments, death threats, and the impact on his family

💔 When addiction hit rock bottom – and the day he finally asked for help

💪 How he became clean and is now dedicated to helping others find a way back

This one is not just a football story — it’s a story about life, loss, and strength.

📍 Now streaming on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Amazon Music & YouTube

🎙 WE ARE NOW LIVE!

Episode  🎧 featuring Paddy McNally is officially out now on the On the Spot Football Podcast!

From the streets of the Markets to Celtic Park, Irish League highs and lows, life-changing injuries, mental battles, and walking away from football on his own terms – Paddy tells it all in a brutally honest and powerful chat with host Johnny McMurray.

You don’t want to miss this one.

📺 Watch now on YouTube

🔊 Stream it on all major podcast platforms

👇 Let us know what you think in the comments!

🎙️ Now Live – Sean Ward on The On The Spot Football Podcast

Glentoran, Linfield, Crusaders, Glenavon — few players have had such a decorated Irish League career across so many top clubs.

In this episode, Sean Ward opens up about:

⚽️ His favourite teammates

🏟️ The dressing room differences

💬 Who he enjoyed playing for more — Linfield or Glentoran?

💪 And how senior players shaped his mindset from day one.

It’s honest, reflective, and full of brilliant behind-the-scenes stories from a 20+ year career.

20 years in the game. From Glentoran to Crusaders, from heartbreaks to heroics, and one unforgettable surprise retirement party… 👀🥃

David McClelland joins On the Spot this week in an episode packed with unbelievable stories from the Irish League, coaching tales from Europe, and plenty of laughs from behind the scenes.

🧤 Coaching Elliott Morris

🛫 Turning down Japan for an Irish Cup semi

🏆 That night against Wolves

💥 Nearly pulling Johnny off before that winner at Windsor

😱 Saving a man’s life before a European away trip!

Whether you’re a keeper, a coach, or just love a bit of football craic – you won’t want to miss this one.

We sit down with Linfield legend and Irish League icon Michael Gault!

From clean sweeps to classroom chats, U20s coaching to European nights – Michael brings honesty, humour, and a few absolute belters. Expect stories from his Linfield glory days, memories of David Jeffrey, behind-the-scenes coaching insight, and even a bit of classroom chaos! 🎒⚽

This episode is packed – and you definitely don’t want to miss it.

📍 Streaming Friday on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Amazon Music & YouTube

In this episode, we sit down with Michael Clarke, one of Northern Ireland’s leading football commentators, to talk about:

✅ Breaking into sports media

✅ Building a career without playing at the top level

✅ Working with co-commentators and football legends

✅ The pressures and prep behind live commentary

✅ Behind-the-scenes stories from the Irish League and international games

✅ Lessons from Jackie Fullerton & more

If you’ve ever wondered what it takes to make it in football media – this is a must-listen. 🔊

🎧 Available now on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, YouTube & all major platforms.

Johnny McMurray is joined by Ballymena United legend Dessie Loughery in this week’s episode — and it’s one you won’t forget.

From scoring screamers and Irish Cup glory to refereeing the biggest Irish League matches and now capturing it all through the lens — Dessie shares the wild, emotional and hilarious stories from his football journey.

💬 Honest.

😂 Hilarious.

📸 Raw.

⚽ 100% football.

Now live on all platforms. Go listen!

From that iconic backheel goal that went viral worldwide, to a seat at the Ballon d’Or ceremony alongside Cristiano Ronaldo and Jose Mourinho — Matty Burrows tells the full, unfiltered story.

⚽ The goal that earned a FIFA Puskás Award nomination

📸 Getting a photo with Ronaldo

🍾 Being the only player sipping champagne while others prepped for Champions League

💬 Mourinho’s verdict: “It’s the best goal – you should win.”

😂 A spray tan story you’ll never forget

And to top it off — he flew back from Zurich and played against Ballymena United the next night!

📍 Stream now on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Amazon Music & YouTube

From street football in Greenisland to a life-changing head injury and coaching success — Scott Irvine shares his powerful journey:⚽ Debuting for Carrick Rangers at just 17💥 Surviving a traumatic head injury🧠 The road back to health and football🧥 Coaching Carrick’s U20s and first team❤️ Balancing football, family, and personal battlesAn emotional, honest, and inspiring episode you won’t want to miss.📍 Streaming this Friday on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Amazon Music & YouTube

This week’s guest: Niall Currie – Irish League character, former keeper, and now Portadown gaffer with plenty to say!

From boots out the window stories to managing on half a pitch, Niall opens up on:

⚽️ His wild journey from Bangor to Glenavon

🎯 Why he regrets not signing for Linfield

🧤 Memories as a young keeper in the Irish League

🚨 The harsh reality of part-time vs full-time football

🏗️ The funding frustrations at Portadown

🧠 Honest talk about pressure, mental health, and the grind of modern management

🔥 And of course – hair dye, flares, and Boom Boom Room nights out 😂

It’s raw, it’s real, it’s full of passion.

One of our most honest conversations yet.

From GoPro to Goalposts – Marty McDevitt joins the pod!

He’s gone viral for diving saves, dodgy mistakes, and pure authenticity. With over 350K followers across platforms, Marty is Northern Ireland’s grassroots goalkeeper turned social media sensation.

We talk:

🧤 Playing amateur football with a passion

📱 Growing a huge online audience (even through the hate)

😂 Camera stares, crazy comments & goalkeeping blunders

⚽ The reality behind the GoPro

💬 Real talk on confidence, criticism & mental health

👊 And why he’s just getting started…

An honest, funny, inspiring episode with someone who’s built it all from the ground up.

🎧 Available on all platforms – YouTube, Spotify, Apple, Amazon

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We’re throwing it back to the mid-70s with John Garrett – one of the youngest ever to debut for Linfield, and a Ballymena legend.

From jumping fences to watch games at the Showgrounds as a kid…

To captaining Northern Ireland under-18s…

To going toe-to-toe with George Best, Johan Cruyff & Benfica under the lights…

John’s career is packed with unforgettable stories, raw emotion, honesty, and laughs you won’t want to miss.

⚽️ Linfield debut at 16

🏆 20+ major trophies

💙 Playing for his boyhood club Ballymena

🇬🇧 Turning down Arsenal

🎯 The goal that silenced his hometown

😢 Career-ending injury at 30

🙌 Brotherhood, banter & legacy

This one is storytelling at its finest.

John Garrett – footballer, leader, character.

🎧 Live on all platforms

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From chasing the dream in England to the emotional crash of coming home, Joe McDonnell shares his powerful, honest, and emotional story.

🎧 Why didn’t he “make it”?

💬 “I wasn’t good enough — and I’m not ashamed to say it.”

🧠 The mental health struggles no one talks about

⚽ The pressure of being a young footballer

🏡 The return home, identity loss & finding purpose again

This one is raw, real, and unmissable.

“From the Building Site to the Boardroom”

From the building site to the boardroom, Chris Selwood is a man not afraid to get his hands dirty. In this powerful and eye-opening episode, the Ballymena United chairman opens up like never before.

🔵 How he went from ball boy to boardroom

💼 Running businesses while steering Ballymena through its toughest times

🏗️ Rebuilding the club from the ground up – literally

⚽ Appointing Jim Ervin, fighting for investment, and surviving relegation

🏟️ Future hopes for the Showgrounds

💬 Honest views on fans, funding, and the challenges of modern Irish League football

❤️ Doing it all for the love of the club, not a penny in return

A must-watch for any Irish League supporter. One of our most detailed, honest and passionate conversations yet!

From ball boy at Cliftonville to Vice President of FIFA – this episode is full of stories you won’t hear anywhere else.

🏟️ Cliftonville memories, managing through The Troubles

⚽ Winning titles, tough decisions, the Gold Cup glory

🌍 Building Northern Irish football from the ground up

🕰️ The infamous FIFA watch story… and the truth behind it

🧠 Plus, his powerful mission to raise funds for Alzheimer’s and dementia support

And yes… the big brown coat makes an appearance 😂

This is football history. This is legacy. This is heart.

📺 Watch now on YouTube

🎧 Listen on Spotify, Apple, Amazon – all platforms

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This week on the On The Spot Football Podcast, we sit down with Chris Curran – Cliftonville legend and fan favourite.

From kicking a ball in the back streets to lifting the Irish Cup, Chris opens up like never before:

⚽ His journey into football

🇾🇪 Growing up a Manchester United fan

🏆 Life at Cliftonville and working with Jim Magilton

🧠 The mental side of knowing when to walk away

🎤 And his decision to retire after going out on a high

💥 This one is raw, honest and full of emotion. You don’t want to miss it.

📍 Now streaming on all platforms – YouTube, Spotify, Apple Podcasts & more

In this powerful and honest conversation, Wesley Lamont opens up about his remarkable journey through the Irish League – a career that started late but left a lasting legacy.

🧤 From making his Irish League debut at 26 to becoming a mainstay at Linfield, Wesley shares:

• Why he never looked past the next game at Windsor Park

• His strong connection with Linfield and why he turned down Glentoran

• His time at Coleraine and the heartbreak of missing out on the league

• What changed his mindset as a player

• The Irish Cup Final moment he’ll never forget

• Advice he gives young players: “It’s never over…”

• A few surprises along the way 👀

💬 Real stories. Real lessons. Pure passion.

🎧 Listen now on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, YouTube and all major platforms.

In this honest and heartfelt episode, Matthew Clarke reflects on life in football — from glory days at Linfield to a fresh new chapter at Ballymena United.

We cover:

⚽ Winning silverware at Linfield – league titles, cup wins & unforgettable comebacks

💬 The devastating loss of teammate Michael Newberry – and how it deeply impacted him

🔁 Making the move to Ballymena United – why it felt like the right time, and how he’s enjoying his football again

🧠 Pressure, mental health, and learning to love the game on and off the pitch

📆 From his debut to where he is now – this episode is packed with insight, emotion & inspiration

Don’t miss this powerful conversation.

📺 Watch on YouTube

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Join host Johnny McMurray this Friday as he sits down with retired referee Lee Tavinder for an incredibly candid and powerful conversation.What We Cover: From Player to Referee - Lee's transition from a player to working alongside Premier League officials like Michael Oliver and Anthony Taylor Moving to Northern Ireland - Why Lee left England's refereeing pathway to build a career in the Irish League Inside the Whistle - The reality of refereeing in the Irish League, from dealing with managers to building relationships with players The Josh Carson Incident - Lee's honest admission on social media about a controversial red card decision and the unexpected fallout Mental Health Matters - An incredibly raw and honest discussion about Lee's personal battles with anxiety, depression, and two suicide attempts Finding Hope - How football became both an escape and a support system, and why speaking up can save livesWhy You Need to Listen:This isn't just another refereeing interview. It's a deeply human story about struggle, resilience, and the power of honesty. Lee opens up about topics many still find difficult to discuss, offering hope to anyone facing similar battles.

Out now on all podcast platforms Available on: Spotify | Apple Podcasts | YouTube | All major platforms

If you or someone you know is struggling with mental health, please reach out for support. You are not alone.

From Mid-Ulster to the Premiership: The Untold Story

The next guest on On The Spot Football Podcast is one of Northern Irish football's most fascinating figures.

⚽ The Journey

• Started coaching at 16 in a community centre
• Took Warrenpoint Town from Mid-Ulster League to the Premiership
• Kept a small regional club at the top level for 7 out of 10 years
• Managed Cliftonville and Newry City

💼 The Businessman

• Successful entrepreneur who balanced boardroom and dugout
• One of the few managers who understood both sides of the coin

💪 The Survivor

• Fought throat and neck cancer while managing
• Made the toughest decision: choosing life over football

🔥 "Players were on £50 a week at Cliftonville competing in Europe"

😤 "I had no training facilities, no warm-up gear, and no manager's office at Newry"

⚖️ "The relegation injustice at Warrenpoint - we took it to court"

👥 "We treat players like players. We should treat them like people"

🎯 "The problem with Irish League football? We've missed the people part of it"

This isn't just a football story. It's about survival, ambition, making impossible decisions, and what it really takes to succeed with nothing.

Now live on all podcast platforms

Hosted by Johnny McMurray

Johnny McMurray is joined by broadcaster, presenter, ex-player and media trailblazer Nicola McCarthy, the first female guest on the podcast — and what an incredible conversation it is. From playing football as a kid with the boys, to presenting for Manchester City during their Premier League glory days, to paving the way for women in sports media, Nicola shares it all.

We talk:

✅ The rise of women’s football in Northern Ireland

✅ Playing with and against legends like Marissa Callaghan & Julie Nelson

✅ Behind-the-scenes with Aguero, De Bruyne, Tevez & Kompany

✅ Sacrifices of being a working mum in elite sport

✅ Her passion for the future of the game — and what’s next…

It’s funny, emotional, inspiring, and full of stories you won’t want to miss.

From refereeing in the Irish League at 16 to walking out alongside Maradona at the World Cup, this is not your average football story. In this episode of the On The Spot Football Podcast, Johnny McMurray sits down with Alan Snoddy, the legendary Northern Irish referee who has seen it all – from the Dub, to the World Stage. We talk: • Starting out young & learning the hard way • Refereeing Linfield v Glentoran in front of 15,000 fans • Handling sectarian tensions on the pitch • His World Cup moments – yes, including THAT Diego Maradona match • Why VAR is both a blessing and a curse • The future of refereeing in Northern Ireland • Ref advice, abuse, and what he’d change to save the game • And… the truth behind how he kept his moustache intact through it all A fascinating insight for fans, players, coaches, and future referees. Full interview now live on all major platforms Presented by Johnny McMurray Produced by Arkmedia and filmed at Arkmedia Studios Don’t forget to like, comment, and subscribe.

On our Christmas Special of the On The Spot Podcast, we sit down for a festive chat with one of Northern Ireland’s most familiar voices — a man who’s been part of some of the biggest nights at Windsor Park 🎤⚽

From his very first game back in 2008 to becoming the voice of the national stadium, he tells the incredible story of how a football fan from Belfast found himself announcing goals for his country! 💚

🎅 Hosted by Jonathan McMurray

🎥 Produced by Arkmedia

📍 Filmed at Arkmedia Studios

We cover it all

⚽ His Irish League playing & managing days

🎤 Broadcasting stories from BBC Radio Ulster

🏍 His deep connection with the Dunlop family & the road racing world

🇬🇧 Being awarded an MBE for services to sport and the community

This is one not to miss — raw stories, strong opinions, and that unmistakable Beckett honesty.

📍 Filmed at Arkmedia Studios | Produced by Arkmedia

🎙 Hosted by Jonathan McMurray

One of the most respected voices in Northern Irish football journalism, Keith Bailie joins On The Spot for a brilliant conversation.

We chat:

⚽ The evolving Irish League

💰 Financial power & club success

📉 The struggles of big-name clubs in the 2000s

🗞️ What it’s really like covering the game from the press box

👉 Watch now on YouTube

👉 Listen on Spotify & all platforms

🎧 Presented by Jonathan McMurray

🎥 Filmed & produced by Arkmedia Studios

In one of our most powerful and honest episodes yet, Kieron O’Connor opens up about his life in football, the reality of coaching kids, and the emotional battles he’s faced off the pitch.

⚽ From signing for Celtic to trials at Bolton Wanderers, Kieron shares never-before-heard stories from his early playing days and the heartbreaking moment he learned that a fellow young player had been murdered – just for playing for Celtic.

💬 He speaks with raw emotion about:

• Mental health struggles after returning from England

• The toxic culture of sideline parenting in youth football

• Why we need to show young people more love, not pressure

• How he found purpose again through coaching and helping others

🧠 This one’s about more than football. It’s about trauma, resilience, and the power of purpose. A must-listen for coaches, parents, and anyone who cares about the future of our game.

📍 Filmed at Arkmedia Studios | Produced by Arkmedia

🎧 Available now on Spotify, YouTube & all major podcast platforms

🎙️ NOW LIVE: Neil Masters on the On The Spot Football Podcast

In this powerful and deeply personal episode, former footballer Neil Masters opens up about the highs and lows of his journey — from being offered a dream opportunity by Harry Redknapp to facing battles with injury, depression, and life after football.

Neil speaks candidly about:

• His career across the water

• Mental health struggles and feeling like a burden

• The challenge of asking for help, even with top contacts

• The importance of fatherhood and what keeps him going

An emotional, eye-opening conversation that reminds us all what really matters — and how footballers are human too.

📍 Filmed at Arkmedia Studios | Produced by Arkmedia

🎧 Available now on YouTube, Spotify, Apple Podcasts and all major platforms.

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Dee opens up about his struggles with mental health, how alcohol and sleeping tablets took hold during his playing days, and why he suddenly walked away from football in his mid-20s.

He speaks candidly about the pressures behind the scenes, the lack of mental health support in the game back then, and losing a close friend to suicide — with a powerful message about opening up and helping others.

📍 Filmed at Arkmedia Studios

🎧 Available now on YouTube, Spotify & all major platforms

PAUL McAREAVEY – A Linfield legend, Irish League champion, and now the man helping drive Ballymacash Rangers forward. From signing with Swindon Town under Steve McMahon to sharing a pitch with legends and lifting trophy after trophy with Linfield, Paul brings stories from every chapter of his footballing life.

He talks about:

• The highs and heartbreaks of Irish League success

• The Morgan Day nightmare… and the clean sweep redemption

• Linfield’s golden era, Glentoran rivalries, and coaching with David Jeffrey

• Why he walked away from professional football and how it shaped him

• His passion for rebuilding from the grassroots with Ballymacash

⚽ Honest, hilarious, emotional and packed with elite insight – Paul McAreavey’s episode is one for every Irish League fan.

📍 Filmed at Arkmedia Studios | Produced by Arkmedia

From concrete goalposts on the Shore Road to saving shots in the Premier League… this week’s guest has a story like no other.🧤 Former Southampton goalkeeper Alan Blayney opens up about:⚽️ His surreal debut against Newcastle and THAT save of the season🏥 The life-threatening condition that nearly ended it all🇬🇧 The rollercoaster journey through English football and the Irish League🧠 Battling imposter syndrome and rediscovering purpose through coaching and familyThis is a brutally honest and inspiring journey from a keeper who made it to the very top — and back again.📍 Filmed at Arkmedia Studios🎧 Produced by Arkmedia

After over a decade in the Irish League, Calum Birney joins us just weeks after announcing his retirement.

In this powerful and personal episode, Calum reflects on:

⚽ His rise from Knockbreda to Glentoran

🏆 Lifting the 2015 Irish Cup

💥 Battling through injuries that shaped — and shortened — his career

🫀 A heart procedure that almost ended it before it began

👋 Why he finally said goodbye to the game at Dundela

Raw. Honest. Emotional. This one hits home.

Ryan Catney joins Johnny McMurray on the On the Spot Football Podcast.

In this episode, Ryan talks about growing up in West Belfast, moving to England as a teenager, working under Brendan Rodgers, returning home to the Irish League, and being part of Cliftonville’s historic league-winning side.

He also opens up about dressing room life, the famous Crusaders leg break, big tackles, red cards, and life after football as he moves into coaching.

Watch now on YouTube or listen on Spotify, Apple and all major platforms.

📍 Filmed at Arkmedia Studios | Produced by Arkmedia

James Knowles joins Johnny McMurray on the On the Spot Football Podcast.

From being one of the top young talents with Premier League interest, to his journey through the Irish League, James opens up on big career decisions, criticism, injury setbacks, and the unbelievable moment he missed an Irish Cup Final due to a contract issue — before finally winning it with Dungannon Swifts.

A brilliant, honest conversation with plenty of stories throughout.

🎧 Available now on Spotify, Apple, YouTube and all major platforms

📍 Filmed at Arkmedia Studios

🎥 Produced by Arkmedia

A no-nonsense, straight-talking insight into football from a man who’s seen it all ⚽

From developing young players the right way to calling out the mistakes holding them back… Seamus Heath doesn’t hold back in this one. Honest, raw and packed with real knowledge for players, coaches and fans alike 👀

If you care about football development – this is a must listen 🎙️

From chasing the dream in England to returning home and facing the reality of football, Stephen opens up on the pressure, timing and tough transitions that shaped his career.

A raw and honest insight into balancing football, life and everything in between 👀

🎧 Watch now on YouTube, Spotify, Apple and all major platforms

📍 Filmed at Arkmedia Studios

🎥 Produced by Arkmedia