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FROM THE VAULT: In this clip, Joe Cole joins the lads to reflect on the ruthless standards set by Jose Mourinho during Chelsea’s glory years, including the brutal lesson he learned after facing Ronaldinho and Barcelona at the Nou Camp.

Joe opens up on Mourinho’s obsession with tactical discipline, the fear factor inside the dressing room, and the savage man-management techniques that kept Chelsea’s squad on edge.

The former England international also shares hilarious stories from his first ever England call-up at just 18 years old, including meeting legends like David Beckham, Paul Scholes and Tony Adams, as well as witnessing Kevin Keegan resign after England’s defeat to Germany at the old Wembley.

Elsewhere, Joe breaks down one of football’s most painful and underappreciated jobs — being the designated “charger” in the wall — and why taking a free-kick to the face was sometimes the easy option.

If you enjoyed this clip, you can catch the full episode here: https://youtu.be/jBJh3GjgFUE

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On this week’s 401st episode special of the Peter Crouch Podcast, Pete, Sids, and Chris celebrate hitting an unbelievable milestone… by completely losing control of the show.

First up is Portsmouth legend and cult hero Kit Man Kev, who delivers an all-time segment. From washing players’ kits for cash, to lifting sofas over balconies, to wild dressing room stories and boxing sessions with players — Kev gives a brutally honest take on how football has changed, why “the game’s gone,” and what modern players are missing.

Next in is Nortei Nortey, where the lads are immediately apologetic for a previous episode’s “funny name” antics… Nortei brings a different footballing perspective with stories from his career, connections to the lads, and a look into Dagenham & Redbridge’s recent takeover.

Then things take another left turn as Felix White (The Maccabees) joins — blending football, music, and podcasting worlds. There’s talk of FA Cup obsession, crossover culture, and even a cheeky callback to Crouchy previously slagging off his podcast… before Felix quite literally plays the episode out with a fantastic live musical moment.

No script, no structure — just three surprise guests, unbelievable stories, and a 401st episode special that proves sometimes the best episodes are the ones where nobody knows what’s coming next.

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00:00 - Intro & 401 episode milestone explained
03:00 - Reflecting on podcast origins & early days
04:00 - The “Peteroni” glass reveal (long pint glass)
05:00 - First pour attempt goes horribly wrong
06:30 - Cheers to 401!
07:30 - Classic podcast memories & catchphrases
08:30 - Story: Crouch getting recognised post-retirement
09:30 - Glass-making video & behind-the-scenes reaction
11:30 - Attempting to “split the P”
13:00 - Format reveal: mystery guests with blindfolds
14:00 - Old VHS footage introduced
14:30 - Young Crouchy’s Chelsea interview clip reaction
15:30 - Ball boy footage & early career nostalgia
16:50 - Transition to first mystery guest
18:30 - Blindfold guessing begins
20:30 - Kev revealed: “heartbeat of Portsmouth”
23:00 - Early Crouch days: living alone & being looked after
24:30 - Sofa lifting through balcony story
26:00 - Kev’s backstory
30:30 - Stories about legendary players
32:30 - Dressing room fights & boxing stories
37:00 - “Game’s gone” discussion begins
38:30 - Modern football vs old-school mentality
40:00 - Smoking, culture & changes in football
41:30 - Tribute to Portsmouth fans & emotional goodbye
43:30 - Kev leaves & reaction from the lads
44:30 - Second guest teased
46:00 - Clues: football links, connections to hosts
48:00 - Identity slowly pieced together
49:00 - Nortei Nortey revealed
50:00 - Football journey & connections discussion
51:30 - Talking career paths & recent football experiences
53:00 - Banter about mutual links & teams
54:30 - Short but lively segment wraps up
55:30 - Third guest teased (non-football world hints)
56:00 - Clues: podcast, music, crossover with sport
57:45 - Big clue: FA Cup book reference
58:10 - Felix White revealed (The Maccabees)
01:05:00 - Felix White segment continues: football + music crossover chat
01:07:00 - Podcast banter & shared industry stories
01:08:30 - Felix reflects on football culture & storytelling
01:09:00 - Felix plays live music / plays the episode out 🎶
01:10:20 - Reactions to the performance & wrap-up with Felix
01:11:10 - Transition into Paddy Power segment
01:12:00 - “Wives Called” segment introduced
01:24:30 - Final laughs & wrapping the segment
01:28:11 - End of episode

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FROM THE VAULT: In this clip, former Arsenal goalkeeper Aaron Ramsdale joined the lads to break down the evolving role of the modern goalkeeper and how the position has become more influential than ever. Ramsdale lifted the lid on his relationship with manager Mikel Arteta, explaining how he’s given responsibility to dictate play and make key decisions during build-up phases.

The conversation dives into the tactical details behind set pieces, including the increasingly popular “draft excluder” role, with Ramsdale offering a goalkeeper’s perspective on why it’s used, when it matters, and how it can impact the outcome of free kicks.

He also shares insight into communication within the squad, the intelligence of teammates like Martin Ødegaard, and the growing importance of goalkeepers in shaping a team’s overall strategy.

But most importantly… who was the most parched?

If you like this clip, you can catch the full episode here: https://youtu.be/b9ftLa8_nDU?si=ieykWFS-X11g78Sp

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On this week’s episode of That Peter Crouch Podcast, Pete, Chris, and Sids are joined by Premier League legend James Milner — and it’s every bit as honest, chaotic, and insightful as you’d expect. From breaking appearance records to being labelled “boring,” Milner opens up on the mentality that’s kept him at the top for over two decades.

He takes us right back to his Leeds debut at just 16, the brutal dressing room culture that shaped him, and the surreal transition from academy kid to first-team regular. The conversation dives deep into his time at Newcastle and Aston Villa, before lifting the lid on the madness at Manchester City — big egos, training ground bust-ups, and the relentless fight to stay in the team amid £30m signings every summer.

Milner also shares incredible insight into Liverpool’s transformation under Jürgen Klopp — from early disappointments to building a title-winning machine — revealing the intensity, leadership, and culture that powered one of the most dominant teams in Premier League history.

There’s also plenty of classic pod chaos: dressing room pranks, wild fines, and stories that perfectly sum up why Milner is one of football’s most respected pros. After Milner departs, the lads wrap things up with a Paddy Power segment and this week’s Chaos Card, making some very questionable “phone a friend” calls…

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00:00 - Intro, chaos & podcast return
00:14 - Testicular cancer awareness message
00:48 - Giveaway winner & merch chat
02:26 - Milner joins the pod
03:00 - “Boring Milner” label explained
03:38 - Breaking the appearance record
05:16 - Dealing with attention & praise
06:44 - Avoiding the limelight
08:12 - Fitness, longevity & elite standards
10:03 - Dad’s influence & mentality
10:36 - Old-school Leeds dressing room culture
12:18 - Leadership & helping younger players
14:46 - Debut at 16 for Leeds
16:01 - First team training shock
00:17:37 - Premier League debut story
19:29 - Dressing room pranks & chaos
21:41 - Earning respect as a young player
24:15 - Aston Villa move & failed transfer
26:29 - Villa form & career progression
29:00 - Playing 7 positions in one game
30:56 - Man City move & title-winning journey
33:25 - Big egos, fights & training chaos
37:02 - Aguero title moment reaction
39:11 - Liverpool move explained
42:19 - First impressions of Liverpool
45:51 - Klopp’s arrival & ruthless standards
47:19 - Intensity of Klopp training
50:10 - Personal connection & leadership
1:05:00 - Listener messages & wrap up
1:18:46 - Milner leaves the podcast
1:20:30 - Post-interview debrief with the lads
1:25:10 - Paddy Power segment
1:30:15 - Chaos Card: Phone a Friend begins
1:35:40 - Celebrity calls chaos & wrap-up
1:38:50 - Outro

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FROM THE VAULT: In this classic clip, former England international and Premier League striker Jermain Defoe joins the lads to break down the fine margins that define elite goal scorers.

Widely regarded as one of the most natural finishers of his generation, Defoe reflects on his early days at West Ham, where he learned crucial lessons from club legend Ian Wright.
Defoe reveals the specific training ground drills that shaped his movement in the box, including a brutal but effective method Wright used to improve his timing and composure.

He explains why most young forwards make the same costly mistake—arriving too early—and how mastering movement and patience can dramatically increase goal-scoring chances.

The conversation also touches on modern strikers like Erling Haaland, the evolution of the game, and how Defoe began transitioning into coaching at Tottenham’s academy.

Since this episode was recorded, Defoe has taken the next step in his journey and is now the manager of Woking—making this a fascinating look back at the early ideas and influences shaping his approach to management today.

If you like this clip, you can catch the full episode here: https://youtu.be/YI4YecuoXP8

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