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| Introducing Football Stories | 06 Dec 2020 | 00:01:30 | |
Jim introduces his latest football podcast which sees him teaming up once again with Producer Ant as they present a series of interviews and stories with names that you may not know, but that uncover what life is really like behind the scenes at elite football clubs. Listen here: https://podfollow.com/footballstories | |||
| What is On The Left Side all about? | 22 Nov 2020 | 00:00:26 | |
Follow us on twitter @ontheleftside Theme Tune is by Katalina Kicks and appears with their kind permission. | |||
| Football joins the #BlackLivesMatter protests | 11 Jun 2020 | 00:08:32 | |
With the return of football on the horizon, focus shifted away from Covid19 and to worldwide protests following the death of George Floyd in police custody. As the football community responds, there's a sweeping realisation that football, like so many other areas of society, must do better. Elsewhere, Man City launched their appeal against the FFP allegations leveled at them by UEFA, and their fans joined the Muppets. On The Left Side is written and produced by Ant McGinley & Jim Salveson. Additional voices this week from Ciaran Saward. The theme music was written and performed by Katalina Kicks. Thanks to Offbeat Voices. Incidental music covered by Creative Commons 3.0: Dawn is Coming by Steffen Daum, Asking Questions by Rafael Krux. Follow @ontheleftside @antmcginley @Mr_jimbob @sawardfish on twitter | |||
| Spurs sign zilch, Klopp the underdog, and Kepa the Keeper | 13 Aug 2018 | 00:07:54 | |
Ant takes the reigns this week as the season kicks off and Spurs break a record none of their fans wanted. We also ask if Jurgen Klopp is making the Liverpool players watch Rocky movies instead of training? And we get the latest on the facebook relationship of Jose Mourinho and Paul Pogba. On The Left Side is written and produced by Ant McGinley and Jim Salveson. Theme Music is written and performed by Katalina Kicks. Other music appears under creative commons courtesy of Silverman Sound Studios - Feather Duster bensound.com - Jazzy Frenchy John Chatz played the keyboard cover of Gonna Fly Now | |||
| Courtois goes shopping, transfer deadline day and the worlds worst mascot | 09 Aug 2018 | 00:04:24 | |
So all the friendlies and curtain raisers are done, and the super early transfer window is closing/slamming shut as I write this. There is an unusual number of goalkeepers on the move, but by far the most incredible new member of staff at any football club anywhere, is at West Bromich Albion. Plus it's bath day in Mr Jim's house. On The Left Side is written and produced by Ant McGinley and Jim Salveson, and you can get it twice a week just by hitting subscribe. This episode features music from Katalina Kicks with our theme tune and their kind permission, and also features the following tracks under Creative Commons 3.0 licence. Bensound - Tomorrow / Bensound - Sophomore Makeout Follow us on twitter @ontheleftside | |||
| New Season, New technology, Same Old Mourinho | 06 Aug 2018 | 00:07:08 | |
Football didn't come home, but it's back with the transfer window about to shut and the charity shield on it's way to it's new home at the Etihad. Across the City of Manchester, Jose is staying true to form and looks like he's hit the self destruct button. And as technology continues to integrate with football, the MLS skip the referees and mic up the players... On The Left Side is written and produced by Ant McGinley and Jim Salveson. The theme tune "National Hero" is written and performed by Katalina Kicks and appears with their kind permission. This episode also features music from bensound.com - Clap and Yell appears under creative commons license 3.0 | |||
| Russia2018 The Best World Cup Finals ever? | 17 Jul 2018 | 00:08:18 | |
A pitch invasion, an own goal, teenage wonderkid, dodgy VAR decision, goalkeeping howler AND a decent performance from Paul Pogba - the final match of this World Cup had a whole bunch of things you rarely see, all in 90 minutes. Plus there was a thunderstorm and a world leader trying to Dab. Speaking of which, Gary Neville lays down the law to the politicians and doesn't hold back. And while all the golden things are being dished out, we present the most prized award we can bestow - The Golden Bell. But who deserved it most in the end? We're taking a break for a few weeks but will be back with the silliest soccer stories and comedy clips in time for the start of the 2018/19 premier league season. On The Left Side is written and produced by Ant McGinley and Jim Salveson, with additional production from Sean Allsop. There's also a video version of this out there on youtube which you can watch The theme tune is written and performed by Katalina Kicks and appears with their kind permission. Other music: Jazzy Frenchy from Bensound.com appears under creative commons 3.0 license SFX made in-house and from Follow us on twitter @ontheleftside | |||
| Russia2018 It's not coming home | 13 Jul 2018 | 00:06:16 | |
A crestfallen Jim tries to lift the mood of the nation, or at least find someone to blame. And the list is long. But can we find anything funny to make us smile or make the third-place play-off worth getting excited about? On The Left Side is written and produced by Ant McGinley and Jim Salveson, with additional production from Sean Allsop. There's also a video version of this out there on youtube which you can watch The theme tune is written and performed by Katalina Kicks and appears with their kind permission. Other music: Clash Of Ages by Lionell Schmitt CC appears under creative commons 3.0 license SFX made in-house and from Follow us on twitter @ontheleftside | |||
| Russia2018 England Win Football but Lose Face! | 10 Jul 2018 | 00:05:43 | |
Can you bloody believe it? England are into the Semi-Finals of the 2018 World Cup in Russia. It turns out however that some "fans" don't really know how to handle the situation (or even their ale). Jim looks at the highs and lows of the Three Lions victory in the latest Episode of the Funny Football Show. On The Left Side is written and produced by Ant McGinley and Jim Salveson. There's also a video version of this out there on youtube which you can watch The OTLS theme tune is "National Hero" performed by Katalina Kicks, and appears with their kind permission Follow us on twitter @ontheleftside | |||
| Bonus Episode: Chris Kamara interview | 09 Jul 2018 | 00:09:15 | |
Unbelievable Jeff! Ahead of England's big semi against Croatia, we catch up with Sky Sports Chris Kamara and his multitude of endorsements. We also talk about the World Cup, football hard men, Paul Merson, and the origins of that catchphrase. On The Left Side is written and produced by Ant McGinley and Jim Salveson. There's also a video version of this out there on youtube which you can watch The OTLS theme tune is "National Hero" performed by Katalina Kicks, and appears with their kind permission Follow us on twitter @ontheleftside | |||
| Russia2018 England vs Ikea vs Grant Mitchell | 06 Jul 2018 | 00:05:47 | |
We're all doomed. The universe has aligned events in such a way that by the time the big match is over we'll all look like we used to be in Eastenders. In 1996. And football fever has spread across every facet of society, including the politicians in the Houses of Parliament. But at this rate, the next Prime Minister is likely to be Gareth Southgate. On The Left Side is written and produced by Ant McGinley and Jim Salveson. There's also a video version of this out there on youtube which you can watch Theme tune from Katalina Kicks, incidental music appears under creative commons 3.0 license Between Dragons and Humans - Steffen Daum Funny Song - Bensound.com SFX made in-house and from Follow us on twitter @ontheleftside | |||
| Russia2018 Three Lions beat Cheaters and Octo-Gone! | 05 Jul 2018 | 00:04:48 | |
It's been a really good week for Baddiel, Skinner and the Lightning Seeds who will be getting a bumper royalty cheque after England won on Penalties. But a former England captain tells us that this was nothing to do with Gareth Southgate. And whilst nationwide celebrations disrupted regular broadcasts, a clairvoyant Cephalopod was making headlines and making Paul Merson nervous. On The Left Side is written and produced by Ant McGinley and Jim Salveson. There's also a video version of this out there on youtube which you can watch Theme tune from Katalina Kicks, incidental music appears under creative commons 3.0 license SFX made in-house and from Follow us on twitter @ontheleftside | |||
| Russia2018 5 Reasons England Will Win The World Cup | 03 Jul 2018 | 00:07:28 | |
Not that we're counting our chickens or getting carried away but this is the year! This is it! 1966 all over again as England relive the Jules Rimet moment and football comes home because they are going to win the world cup and Jim is going to tell you the 5 reasons why. That's actually a good title for a show. We should do one on Netflix or something. But a comedy one about silly soccer stories. Or something. On The Left Side is written and directed by Ant McGinley and Jim Salveson. This episode features music from Katalina Kicks as always with their kind permission and Sophomore Makeout from Bensound.com under creative commons 3.0 license. | |||
| Football's Coming Back | 04 Jun 2020 | 00:09:56 | |
Football is coming back and no one is more excited than former player Paul Beesley. The lack of atmosphere is a worry though as seen at RB Salzburg and on the ISS with the Dragon Capsule. But amongst all the questions about how and if and when, Jim has one question that's really bothering him - Who's the chairman of QPR? On The Left Side is written and produced by Ant McGinley & Jim Salveson. The theme music was written and performed by Katalina Kicks. Incidental music covered by Creative Commons 3.0: Between Dragons and Humans and On Top of the mountain by Steffen Daum, Asking Questions by Rafael Krux. Follow @ontheleftside @antmcginley @Mr_jimbob on twitter | |||
| Russia2018 Argentinian Highs and German Löw's | 30 Jun 2018 | 00:06:03 | |
We could have done a whole episode about the Germans being knocked out of the world cup... Oh hang on, we did! We relive the joy as South Korea put an end to us being knocked out on penalties by them. The question is, who will knock us out on penalties now? We'll keep you up to date with all the comedy gaffs and silly stuff from the world cup. All you have to do is hit subscribe. On The Left Side is written and produced by Ant McGinley and Jim Salveson, the theme music is by Katalina Kicks and appears with their kind permission. Thanks to Alistair Bruce Ball and Chris Sutton for their 5 live commentary. | |||
| Russia2018 Time for the knockout stages. Or should that be Tapout? | 27 Jun 2018 | 00:05:25 | |
As we're halfway through this world cup it's time to look at some of the nominees for the most prestigous footballing award you've never heard of - the Golden Bell. And the favourite so far is less a knockout, a more of a tapout. On The Left Side is written and produced by Ant McGinley and Jim Salveson. Theme tune from Katalina Kicks, incidental music appears under creative commons 3.0 license Clap and yell - Bensound.com Funny Song - Bensound.com | |||
| Russia2018 Kane Hat-trick triggers Panamania | 25 Jun 2018 | 00:05:11 | |
The Funny football show travels from B&Q to Panama and brings you a twist on a classic song as England make it through to the last 16. But we're not the only ones getting emotional... On The Left Side is written and produced by Ant McGinley and Jim Salveson. There's also a video version of this out there on youtube which you can watch Theme music from KatalinaKicks.com with their kind permission, ncidental music courtesy of bensound.com and is used under creatove commons license. | |||
| Russia2018 Hard To Swallow | 22 Jun 2018 | 00:07:15 | |
Week 2 of the World Cup and strangely Russia are looking favourites to go all the way as all the other big boys are struggling. Speaking of big boys, somebody needs to have a word with Phil Neville about his table manners on TV. We have the latest on the Antoine Greizman saga, which actually finally gives us an answer. Gareth Southgate has a mystery injury, but it's not as mysterious as how Paul Merson sees the world, and will we be replacing the three lions logo with three unicorns? Once again we fail to answer any of these questions, but have a good time doing it. On The Left Side is written and produced by Ant McGinley and Jim Salveson. There's also a video version of this out there on youtube which you can watch Theme music from KatalinaKicks.com with their kind permission, ncidental music courtesy of bensound.com All sfx produced in house or courtesy of free-sfx.com | |||
| Russia2018 Hard To Swallow | 22 Jun 2018 | 00:07:15 | |
Week 2 of the World Cup and strangely Russia are looking favourites to go all the way as all the other big boys are struggling. Speaking of big boys, somebody needs to have a word with Phil Neville about his table manners on TV. We have the latest on the Antoine Greizman saga, which actually finally gives us an answer. Gareth Southgate has a mystery injury, but it's not as mysterious as how Paul Merson sees the world, and will we be replacing the three lions logo with three unicorns? Once again we fail to answer any of these questions, but have a good time doing it. On The Left Side is written and produced by Ant McGinley and Jim Salveson. There's also a video version of this out there on youtube which you can watch Theme music from KatalinaKicks.com with their kind permission, incidental music courtesy of bensound.com All sfx produced in house or courtesy of free-sfx.com | |||
| Russia2018 Clapping For Girls | 20 Jun 2018 | 00:07:08 | |
So Harry Kane gets England off to a winning start but we look ahead. Far, far ahead. We look 8 years into the future at the world cup after the world cup after the world cup that's happening right now. We sample some American punditry to get us in the mood, and take a look at whats been happening, and nearly happening, on the televised football sofas in the UK as well. Music this episode comes from Katalina Kicks as usual and Bensound.com with an edit of Sophomore Makeout. Applause comes from Patrice Evra. Follow us on twitter @ontheleftside | |||
| Russia2018 Robbie Flips Out | 17 Jun 2018 | 00:05:23 | |
Even before England's first game, there is a mix of confusion, despair and misguided optimism. Fabian Delph is fully prepared, but the BBC seems to have lost all the England fans, while Robbie Williams may have lost his freedom. On The Left Side is written and produced by Ant McGinley and Jim Salveson. Theme music is courtesy of Katalina Kicks, incidental music courtesy of bensound.com, sfx made in house and from | |||
| Russia2018 Full kit whistlers | 15 Jun 2018 | 00:04:53 | |
So it's all kicked off and not just on the pitch, with the Spanish sacking their manager before their first game, in an attempt to recreate the wonderful comedy experience that was Roy Keane walking out on the Republic of Ireland in 2002. And we ask how much influence Putin has on the tournament as he starts to file his tax return. On The Left Side is written and produced by Ant McGinley and Jim Salveson. This is also available for your eyes on youtube. Music in this episode comes from Katalina kicks with their permission as always and Bensound.com under creative commons license 3.0 | |||
| Russia2018 World Cup Songs and bad vibes | 13 Jun 2018 | 00:06:03 | |
We could have been on holiday but Jim just couldn't stop so here we are once again with two of the worst and possibly one of the best football songs ever. Make sure you subscribe to catch our regular coverage throughout the world cup on both podcast and youtube video. And thats it. We made it. It's dead good. etc. etc. etc. Love you, Ant & Jim | |||
| One Arm On The World Cup - Russia 2018 Special | 07 Jun 2018 | 00:19:48 | |
We could give you a rundown of the Russian team and their chances as host nation but let's be honest, even Vladimir Putin and all the Russian doping experts won't get them to the knockout stages. So instead we provide you with some useful phrases, facts and historical knowledge about the biggest country in the world. Like that. That was a fact. We'll use that one. Oh and just because we can, we also have a pop at Piers Morgan as he lays into Raheem Sterling about that tattoo. It's kind of what we do. We're funny like that. Anyway, if this is your first time to the comedy party welcome! For this special episode we've teamed up with Tactics FC and a whole load of other football podcasts. Each show will be covering off a different nation competing in the FIFA 2018 World Cup. For a full list of nations, podcasts and links head here: https://podcastworldcup.tacticsfc.com On The Left Side is written and produced by Ant McGinley and Jim Salveson. Sound FX created in house and from freesfx.co.uk Theme Music appears with permission from Katalina Kicks, all incidental music appears under creative commons 3.0 license. This weeks guest voice is Tony Laming. We'll be back with shorter, more regular shows during the world cup. | |||
| YNWA VS YMCA VS MUFC | 28 May 2020 | 00:10:15 | |
Jurgen Klopp is annoyed at Gary Neville, Football fans are annoyed at Man Utd and everyone is annoyed at Dominic Cummings. In fact it's so bad will Jim give up his podcast career and run away to join a boy band? On The Left Side is written and produced by Ant McGinley & Jim Salveson. The theme music was written and performed by Katalina Kicks. Extra voices by Luke McKinnon. Extra music covered by Creative Commons 3.0: Asking Questions by Rafael Krux, and Nightmare by Alexander Nakarada. Follow @ontheleftside @antmcginley @Mr_jimbob on twitter And check out the new @kleagueshow @ontheleftsidepod on Instagram | |||
| No, no, no Karius WTF, and Kane you hear me roar? | 28 May 2018 | 00:10:44 | |
It's year AW1 at the Emirates with a brand new sleeve sponsor, and a new boss in place, though one with only a rudimentary level of English. Harry Kane takes on the mantle of England Captain while the press stick it to Raheem Sterling yet again. And we celebrate 10 years since the greatest fan interview ever with John Terry, yeah. On The Left Side is written and produced by Ant McGinley and Jim Salveson. Theme tune written and performed by, and appears with the kind permission of Katalina Kicks, Sound effects courtesy of freesfx.co.uk Music covered under creative commons 3.0 license Bensound.com - Rumble Steffen Daum - Dawn is Coming Bensound.com - Sophomore Makeout Bensound.com - Tomorrow | |||
| The writing's on the bus | 21 May 2018 | 00:07:45 | |
So, Jose lost his first final in England. Or did he? Elsewhere Gareth Southgate has announced who is getting on the team bus, but this week more importance is being put on what is being written ON the bus as FIFA get in on some BREXIT action. And the FA cup has a pundit from a galaxy far far away... We're back next week for the champions league and then a little break before our World Cup shows kick in. Make sure you subscribe to keep up with all the content. On The Left Side is written and produced by Ant McGinley and Jim Salveson. The theme tune is written and performed by Katalina Kicks and appears with their kind permission Sound effects courtesy of freesfx.co.uk Other music appears under creative commons 3.0 Bensound.com - tomorrow Steffen Daum - On Top Of The Mountain | |||
| Hotel cancellations, Harry Potter and the end of an analogy | 14 May 2018 | 00:08:58 | |
City hit a record breaking 100 points, Southampton are safe but there are more important questions that need answering. Like have Tottenham achieved their goal of turning into Arsenal? Is Mark Hughes actually a wizard? And will Carlos Carvalhal be leaving the Swans to join the team at the Marriott Hotel. The OTLS Theme "National Hero" is performed by and appears with kind permission from Katalina Kicks. Piccolo played by Wooly. SFX courtesy of Abrupt Audio and freesfx.co.uk Music used under creative commons 3.0 Bensound.com - Steffen Daum Steffen Daum - Last Resistance Steffen Daum - Downfall | |||
| Swopping shirts, keeping your best players and Arsene Mixalot | 10 May 2018 | 00:09:01 | |
With the business end of the season almost wrapped up players are swopping more than just shirts, as clubs try to hold on to their best players and people are still asking about the future of Arsene Wenger. We respond to this the only way we know how, as he does the best 90's rap tune... EVER!!! On The Left Side is written and produced by Ant McGinley and Jim Salveson with additional production from Sean Allsop. Sound effects courtesy of Abrupt Audio and freesfx.co.uk The OTLS Theme is written and performed by Katalina Kicks and appears with their kind permission - KatalinaKicks.com Music appearing under creative commons 3.0: Steffen Daum - Last Resistance Bensound.com - Sophomore Makeout Bensound.com - Tomorrow For more comedy laughs and football funny follow us on twitter and instagram: @ontheleftside and @ontheleftsidepod | |||
| Selling Wembley and Talking Balls | 07 May 2018 | 00:10:52 | |
As the Emirates waved goodbye to Arsene Wenger this week, we ask if the FA soon be doing the same with Wembley Stadium as the owner of the Jacksonville Jaguars chucks a load of money at them? And we find out what it means if someone tells you to wear a cassock while playing football and wonder why some moves don't have any name at all. It's all in the latest episode of football funny as we round up the comedy soccer stories that made us laugh over the last few days... On The Left Side is written and produced by Ant McGinley and Jim Salveson. Music courtesy of KatalinaKicks.com with their kind permission and Bensound.com under creative commons 3.0 Do You Speak Football by Tom Williams is available now. | |||
| Can Jose's scratchcard and a pint of Dyche make you happy? | 03 May 2018 | 00:09:31 | |
What drives Mourinho to success? And do we need a new measure of success? Instead of awards - let's just name pubs after people that achieve great things, which is about to happen in Burnley. Plus we all know that watching our team lose makes us sad, but science is on the case. And the case is not good. It's all in the latest episode of football funny as we round up the comedy stories from the last few days. Interested in joining the happiness research Dr George was talking about? Sign up at mappinessapp.com On The Left Side is written and produced by Ant McGinley and Jim Salveson for Abrupt Audio. Additional production and voices from Sean Allsop. Incidental SFX courtesy of freesfx.co.uk The theme tune appears with the kind permission of the artists National Hero - Katalina Kicks Incidental music under Creative Commons 3.0 Going Higher - Bensound.com Between Dragons and Humans - Tomorrow - Bensound.com Sunny - Bensound.com | |||
| Wenger gets pushed out of Heaven, and is Rodwell a Wally? | 30 Apr 2018 | 00:09:00 | |
What would Arsene say after his life flashed before his eyes and he met God? Apart from I didn't see it. But Wenger isnt the only person leaving at the minute: Mick McArthy leaves Greggs in a Huff, Louis Van Gaal leaves his name to a new baby, and Chris Coleman does what all managers do and leaves Sunderland AFTER WE'VE RECORDED but we still manage to make it sound like we know what we're doing. Unlike Jack Rodwell, because no-one seems to know what he's doing, or where. But we all have an inner Rodwell that we need to find, don't we? On The Left Side is written and produced by Jim Salveson and Ant McGinley for Abrupt Audio, with additional production from Sean Allsop. Sound effects courtesy of free sfx.co.uk Incidental Piano played by Wooly Music appearing with kind permission from the artist: National Hero - Katalina Kicks - Katalinakicks.com Music appearing under Creative Commons: Jazzy Frenchy - Bensound.com Acoustic Breeze - Bensound.com Better Days - Bensound.com | |||
| Obi-wan Kane-obi and Han Salah | 25 Apr 2018 | 00:07:43 | |
Harry Kane is at it again, but is he as good at mind games as he is at corners? Mohammed Salah is undoubtedly King of the Kop but could he be the next footballer to turn global leader? Could the foreign secretary get a late call up to the World Cup? And when will Raheem Sterling eat again? It's all in the latest episode of the funny football show. On The Left Side is written and produced by Ant McGinley and Jim Salveson for Abrupt Audio. The theme tune National Hero is written and performed by Katalina Kicks and appears with their kind permission. Sound effects courtesy of Freesfx.co.uk Other music appears under Creative Commons 3.0 license Tomorrow - Bensound.com (edited) Enigmatic - Bensound.com (edited) On Top Of The Mountain - Steffen Daum Jazzy Frenchy - Bensound.com (edited) Acoustic - Bensound.com (edited) | |||
| Wexit Happens, Big Sam has a Referendum, and Barton is Boss | 22 Apr 2018 | 00:09:00 | |
Everton fans this week got to fill in an official survey on how bad they thought Sam Allardyce was as a manager. And after fans spent more money on planes and campaigns than Arsenal have on players, Wenger finally announced he would be stepping down amidst a broccoli controversy. Going the other way, all bets are off as Joey Barton steps into management. It's all in the latest episode of football funny, as we find the comedy the last few days of nonsense. There's less swearing in English this episode, but in an effort to boost our global audience, we have a little in Italian. On The Left Side is written and produced by Ant McGinley and Jim Salveson for Abrupt Audio. Remember to subscribe if you liked the show and you'll get a new episode every Monday and Thursday. Music appearing with kind permission from the artist: Katalina Kicks - National Hero Music appearing under creative commons 3.0: Merry-go-Round - Gary Edstrom Bensound.com - Tomorrow Breaking News - Freesfx.co.uk Bensound.com - Jazzy Frenchy Bensound.com - Acoustic Breeze | |||
| Clap your hands for Kompany, Pep's secret and Danny Dyer | 18 Apr 2018 | 00:09:43 | |
So after denying them last week, United handed City the league title, catching them a little unprepared when it came to celebrating. Or maybe not, as a certain dodgy promo video from Etisalat suggested. Meanwhile, the papers have uncovered the secret to Man City's liquid football, and it seems to lie in uncovering your feet. Things aren't going so well for Man City exile Joe Hart, but can a cockney hardman make it all better? It's all in another episode of football funny, and one where Jim doesn't swear. I know, what are the chances? However, Vinny Kompany drops an F-bomb. On The Left Side is written and produced by Ant McGinley and Jim Salveson for Abrupt Audio. Remember to subscribe if you liked the show and you'll get a new episode every Monday and Thursday. Music appearing with kind permission from the artist: Katalina Kicks - National Hero Music appearing under creative commons 3.0: Bensound.com - Happiness Bensound.com - Enigmatic Stefan Daum - Dawn is Coming Bensound.com - Badass | |||
| Football returns in Germany & Vote Redknapp for PM | 22 May 2020 | 00:11:45 | |
The Bundesliga gets has returned, but there was more life in the stands than there were in the post-match interviews. Meanwhile the best hope for the Premier League restarting could be a new career for Harry Redknapp. On The Left Side is written and produced by Ant McGinley & Jim Salveson. The theme music was written and performed by Katalina Kicks. Extra voices by Ciaran Saward. Thanks to Colin Murray and BBC Radio 5 Live Creative Commons 3.0: Bavarian Seascape, Steffen Daum - Last Resistance, Kevin Macleod - Barroom Ball, Nightmare - Alexander Nakurada, Ghost Town - Rafael Krux Follow @ontheleftside @antmcginley @Mr_jimbob on twitter And check out the new @kleagueshow @ontheleftsidepod on Instagram | |||
| Poor Panels, Rubbish Referees, and S is for Sunderland | 16 Apr 2018 | 00:09:29 | |
So Man City clinch the title thanks to West Brom and Man Utd, but the real story of the last few days in the beautiful game lies in pop music and in film. We learn that you don't have to actually score to get your name on the score sheet, you just have to want it more and there ain't no party like a Sunderland Club Party. And in whats becoming a singalong episode there's musical theatre in this episode, with a bit of a sing-song from the yellow brick road, plus a few mentions of Oliver. Oh, and mini Jim gatecrashes again. Must get a stronger lock for the studio. Liked the show? Then you can vote for us as Best Podcast at On The Left Side is written, produced and performed by Ant McGinley and Jim Salveson for Abrupt Audio. Additional production by Sean Allsop. All music appears under licence and permission of the artist or via Creative Commons 3.0 1 Katalina Kicks - National Hero 2 Bensound.com - Ukulele 3 Bensound.com - Clearday 4 Steffan Daum - Last Resistance 5 Bensound.com - Tomorrow 6 Bensound.com - Slow Motion | |||
| Harry's Goal, Big Sam's vision and Wenger's Baby | 12 Apr 2018 | 00:09:41 | |
It seems that the Golden Boot is now the most important piece of silverware still up for grabs and has led to Harry Kane robbing everyone who has Cristian Erikksen in their Fantasy team of a load of points. And while Kane wants us to take his word for it, we're not really sure if Sam Allardyce has any idea what his words actually mean. But far away from the comedy circus that is the Premier League there seems to be a more pure vision of what football is, and one playmaker now has a little Indian namesake. It's all in your latest dose of football funny. You can vote for us in the football blogging awards by clicking and enter who you think should win each category. Including us for best podcast! Maybe we'll see you there! On The Left Side is written and produced by Ant McGinley and Jim Salveson for Abrupt Audio. Additional production from Sean Allsop. Music used with permission from the artist National Hero - KatalinaKicks.com Music used under Creative Commons 3.0 Badass - Bensound.com Acoustic Breeze - Bensound.com | |||
| Man City need a new bus. And a date. | 09 Apr 2018 | 00:08:01 | |
Manchester City fans must be distraught. With a handful of games to go their 13 points clear in the league, already have one trophy under their belt, plus they are still in the Champions League. Though their favourite bus is now out of action. (We should really set up some charitable donation scheme). And if you're looking for a Tinder match, would you swipe left on the Blues, much as two sets of Reds did this week? On The Left Side is written and presented by Ant McGinley and Jim Salveson for Abrupt Audio. Additional production from Sean Allsop. The following music is used via direct agreement or under Creative Commons: National Hero - Katalina Kicks Tomorrow - Bensounds.com The Wheels on the Bus - traditional Sexy - Bensound SFX produced in-house, others courtesy of freesfx.co.uk | |||
| Ronaldo the one man team and YOU'RE asked to join #TeamIceland! | 04 Apr 2018 | 00:11:13 | |
Much to no one's delight regular host, Jim makes a return in the brand new On The Left Side; The Funny Football Show. Your regular dose of funny football podcast this week looks, in awe at Christiano Ronaldo's spectacular overhead kick and looks in disbelief at that weird statue of him erected in Maderia airport last summer. He also has a tempting alternative if the idea of supporting England at this summers World Cup Finals isn't all that appealing? Strap yourself in soccer is about to get funny! On The Left Side is Written and Produced by Ant McGinley and Jim Salveson. Original music was written and performed by Katalina Kicks www.katalinakicks.com and incidental music and SFX courtesy of freesfx.co.uk, bensound.com and others covered by creative commons license. Use iTunes? Subscribe here: https://itunes.apple.com/gb/podcast/on-the-left-side-the-funny-football-show/id1048369523?mt=2 Episode TrackList: "National Hero" - Katalina Kicks "Book Of The Monkey" - Dan-O at DanoSongs.com "Lost Within" - A Himitsu https://soundcloud.com/a-himitsu Creative Commons — Attribution 3.0 Unported— CC BY 3.0 Music released by Argofox Music provided by Audio Library | |||
| Bolt, Benches, and Women United, with BBC 5 Live's Dotun Adebayo | 02 Apr 2018 | 00:10:24 | |
The final of our guest presenters to take the reigns is late night BBC radio legend, Dotun Adebayo. Puma. And Usain Bolt has scored, but not like you might have read in the papers a few weeks ago, in football. Puma. We remind the Red Devils that it's 2018, not 1918, as they finally announce a women's team, but may have missed out on the chance to sign the worlds fastest man. Puma. That said it's men who've made an impact in the WSL this week, and another football rule change means Nick Knowles maybe making a football edition of DIY SOS. Puma. Every show we find all the funny in the last few days, make sure you hit subscribe to get more comedy and the return of Jim on the next episode. On The Left Side is Written and Produced by Ant McGinley (aka some other guy) and Jim Salveson. Additional production from Sean Allsop. Original music was written and performed by Katalina Kicks and incidental music and SFX courtesy of freesfx.co.uk, bensound.com and others covered by creative commons license. Songs used in this episode: National Hero - Katalina Kicks Sophomore Makeout - Silent Partner Motivational Pop Rock Instrumental - Artist AShamealuevMusic Farewell - Whitesand 18 Months ago Pete Naughton of the Telegraph reviewed this show on BBC 5 Live with Dotun, and they were really nice about us. So it's been wonderful to finally get him onto team OTLS. You can hear more of the Award-winning Dotun Adebayo on BBC Radio London, and BBC Five Live which is the home of his World FootbaPhone-In, which you can listen to | |||
| Get behind England, pay Russia & goodbye Zlatan | 29 Mar 2018 | 00:09:48 | |
With Jim still away, today's emergency comedy caretaker is Gamesmaster Golden Joystick winner Damien St John, who takes on yobbos in Amsterdam, loving the Foreign Secretary, TV dinners with Eastenders, hotel inflation in Kaliningrad, and the departure of a legend in another dose of Football funny. On The Left Side is written and produced by Ant McGinley, Jim Salveson and Sean Allsopp for Abrupt Audio. Original music written and performed by Katalina Kicks. Incidental music and sfx courtesy of and bensound.com under creative commons license. | |||
| Passion, part time jobs, and bad decisions | 26 Mar 2018 | 00:09:22 | |
This episode Amy Christophers (@ThatSportSpice) steps into the OTLS hotseat and asks where has all the passion gone after England beat the Dutch. We look at the jobs England players could be doing if football never worked out, and brace ourselves for the bad decisions we will be facing at the world cup in Russia 2018. Every show we find all the funny in the last few days, and join us for more comedy and another guest host on Thursday. On The Left Side is written and produced by Ant McGinley, Jim Salveson and Sean Allsop. Original music written and performed by Katalina Kicks, incidental music and SFX courtesy of freesfx.co.uk and used under Creative Commons licence. Find more shows go to: | |||
| We blame Russia. For everything | 22 Mar 2018 | 00:08:13 | |
Just how far has Russia infiltrated the UK? We stick a comedy finger up their nose and ask is football impervious to it? And most importantly, how will the knock-on effects of this change the line up on ITV2? We get a sneak peak of a French footballer in therapy, and we give thanks that Alex Mcleish never swopped places with William Wallace, otherwise Braveheart would have been a rubbish movie. On The Left Side is written and produced by Ant McGinley and Jim Salveson for Abrupt Audio. Original music is written and performed by Katalina Kicks and appears with their kind permission. Incidental music and sfx courtesy of freesfx.co.uk and used under creative commons licence. | |||
| Jose blames United and nobody's fans are happy | 18 Mar 2018 | 00:10:47 | |
Everybody seems a little down, even Manchester City after they got Liverpool in the Champions League. Everybody is having a go on the misery merry-go-round: West Ham fans kicking off during games, Spurs barely clinging to the eternal and usually fruitless hope of silverware, Harry Kane back on crutches has got England fans panicking. But nobody seems stressed out and fed up as Jose Mourinho, who has been a bit vocal this week after his team did their best impression of an OAP swimming club. Once again, the funny football show finds the latest fun and comedy soccer stories. On The Left Side is written and produced by Ant McGinley and Jim Salveson, and features the vocal talent that is Benjamin Nickless. Original music is written and performed by Katalina Kicks and appears with their kind permission. Incidental music and sound effects courtesy of freesfx.co.uk under Creative Commons license. | |||
| Jamie Carragher gobs off | 15 Mar 2018 | 00:09:03 | |
While everybody is angry at Carra for his actions this week, we take a moment to appreciate the natural ability the man has to pull off the feat that has landed him in hot water. And somebody else in warm phlegm. And is it really worse than dragging one of the most promising teams in the premier league, into the relegation zone as Southampton kick out their manager in favour of Mark Hughes. On The Left Side is written and produced by Ant McGinley and Jim Salveson for Abrupt Audio. Original music written and performed by Katalina Kicks. All other music and sfx courtesy of freesfx.co.uk and is used under creative commons license. | |||
| An interview with the brains behind The Offensive Podcast | 16 May 2020 | 00:19:04 | |
This week we take the chance to chat with fellow football podcasters Joel Emery and Adam Jarrell about the creation of The Offensive and fictional football club Ashwood City. The Offensive is a brilliant and sometimes painfully real mockumentary following the characters and challenges that happen at a club that may not be too dissimilar to the one you follow. On The Left Side is written and produced by Ant McGinley & Jim Salveson. The theme music was written and performed by Katalina Kicks. Listen to The Offensive via all good podcast apps. Follow them on social media @TheOffensivePOD and @AshwoodCity Follow @ontheleftside @antmcginley @Mr_jimbob on twitter @ontheleftsidepod on Instagram | |||
| Watt confuses referees and Real runs at Madrid | 12 Mar 2018 | 00:07:37 | |
Football this week went a little bit Abbott and Costello as do we as we try and figure out just how Sanchez Watt managed to get himself sent off, and then on again for Hemel Hempstead. Meanwhile, over in Spain, Sergio Ramos takes himself off for possibly the most embarrassing reason, especially when your team kit has white shorts. Plus there's a chance to relive some of the greatest hits from Motty as he hangs up his sheepskin and heads for a life of domestic bliss. On The Left Side is written and produced by Ant McGinley and Jim Salveson for Abrupt Audio. Original music written and performed by Katalina Kicks. Incidental music and sounds courtesy of freesfx.co.uk under creative commons license. This episode contains additional voices from Sean Allsop, Anthony Laming and Ciaran Saward. | |||
| Arsenal heartbreak and Chelsea statues | 08 Mar 2018 | 00:09:01 | |
The defeat to Brighton was the equivalent of a massive coronary for one Arsenal fan on this weeks Our Tune. And it's not just the supporters all this is affecting. Arsene Wenger pops up on X Factor, then talks about getting naked. And while Arsenal fans get it in the ticker, Antonio Conte gets it in the neck, but amongst it all, the unexpected death of Davide Astori brings out the best of football from Fiorentina. On The Left Side is written and presented by Ant McGinley and Jim Salveson for Abrupt Audio. The theme tune is written and performed by Katalina Kicks and appears with their kind permission. All other music and SFX courtesy of freesfx.co.uk and licensed under creative commons. For more Funny Football, silly soccer and comedy nonsense, go to OnTheLeftSide.co.uk | |||
| VAR chaos, Snow chaos and mistaken identity | 05 Mar 2018 | 00:09:03 | |
We go a bit Radio 4 at times today, thanks to the farce that is VAR, a system so bad it makes sense it’s being used in the world cup. And as the weather closed in could Twitter be the real reason why Wembley cost £800 million to build? And as well as a spot of shoddy journalism and a splash of Motown, we have what could be the most wonderful voice in football. Though we also have Jim singing again, so, you know, Swings and roundabouts. On The Left Side is written and produced by Ant McGinley and Jim Salveson for Abrupt Audio. Original music performed by Katalina Kicks with their kind permission. Other music and sfx courtesy of freesfx and creative commons licensing. | |||
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