I Had Trials Once... – Details, episodes & analysis

This week Jordan & Gaz are joined by Bury, Nantwich, Ashton, Ramsbottom, Altrincham, Curzon Ashton, Stalybridge & Witton Albion Midfielder...MAX HARROP! Max sits down with the boys to discuss all things football from starting out at Bury to meeting & playing with Jordan at Altrincham. The lads start the pod talking about Max's early life in football included getting scouted Liverpool, meeting Tom Ince and Conor Coady before signing for Bury. Max then talks about life at Bury, playing in the first team with Peter Sweeney, Ryan Lowe and Steven Schumacher & being shoved out of the door. Max then chats openly about his issues with Kevin Blackwell at Bury, how that affected him mentally & why he had to leave. The trio then discuss Max's fresh start in non-league playing for Nantwich, Ashton and Ramsbottom before he ended up meeting and playing with Jordan at Altrincham. They then speak about THAT infamous pre-season trip to the Isle of Man, getting chased and leaving trialists behind. Finally they discuss where Max is in football now, playing for Witton Albion and why it's important to not lose love for the game. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

This week, Jordan and Gaz are joined by Tom Aldred, who shares his journey through clubs like Watford, Accrington Stanley, Blackpool, Bury, and Brisbane Roar.Tom discusses his early days at Carlisle United, the challenges of multiple loan moves, and finding stability at Blackpool.He opens up about the turmoil at Bury and how a call from Robbie Fowler led to a career revival in Australia.Now, as he starts on a new chapter with Mohun Bagan Super Giant in India, Tom reflects on the highs and lows of his football career. Support the show Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

This week Gaz & Jordan are joined by former Rangers, Blackpool, Liverpool, Stoke, Reading & Dundee Midfielder...Charlie Adam!Charlie sits down with the boys to discuss all things football from THAT Blackpool season to transitioning into football management.The lads then chat about Charlie's early life in football with Rangers, playing against that iconic Barcelona team & learning from the legendary Walter Smith.Charlie and the boys then speak about how moving to Blackpool really kick started his career, Ian Holloway's incredible man management skills as well as achieving the impossible and winning promotion to the Premier League.Charlie then talks in depth about how his dream move to Liverpool came about, meeting Sir Kenny Dalglish & why Steven Gerrard was the perfect captain.The trio then discuss Charlie's move to Stoke City where he spent 7 years, losing card roulette with Peter Crouch & how he gained his 'Parched' nickname.Finally they discuss Charlie's time with the Scottish national team before chatting about life after playing football and stepping into coaching. Support the show Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Iraq international goalkeeper Shwan Jalal joins Gareth and Jordan in this 'I Had Trials Once...' episode. The 35-year-old's career so far has taken him from Tottenham Hotspur to Bournemouth and to current side Chesterfield, with many other clubs in-between. Stories include as a Christmas outing to Dublin organised by Teddy Sheringham, underdog success with Macclesfield Town and playing against Real Madrid in a friendly... Support the show Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

This week we’re joined by former Manchester United, Barnsley and Bury striker Daniel Nardiello, who talks about life as a youngster at Old Trafford playing alongside the likes of David Beckham and Roy Keane, to being known as the ultimate Championship Manager legend. Support the show Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Gareth and Jordan are joined by former Barnsley and Southport forward, Mike Phenix. They talk about the highs and lows of his career, touching on his time playing with Jordan at Salford and also his more recent off the field issues, resulting in an early retirement. Enjoy!  Support the show Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

I Had Trials Once... is officially back for series two! After a month away, Gareth and Jordan give us an update on what they’ve been up to, from traveling across Thailand to making summer signings, as well as sharing some brilliant pre-season stories from their careers. Enjoy!  Support the show Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

This week Gaz and Jordan are joined by Bury winger Nicky Adams. The 32-year-old lifts the lid on the current situation at Gigg Lane, and shares some hilarious stories from his distinguished career in the Football League. Support the show Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Our latest guest is former Tranmere, Chester & Fleetwood defender Paul Linwood, who shared some fantastic stories ranging from playing with Jason McAteer in League One to sharing Pringles with his teammates... Support the show Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

This week Gareth and Jordan were joined by former Salford City teammate Jason Jarrett, with stories ranging from his experiences as an apprentice at Blackpool to playing Dave Whelan and his butler at Tennis in Barbados... Support the show Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices