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The SENDcastnasen awards - Adam Millichip, Innovative Technology in the Field of InclusionIn this podcast, Adam Millichip discusses Tettenhall Wood School's achievement of winning the Innovative Technology in the Field of Inclusion award. The school's podcasting initiative aims to teach communication, social skills, and computing while promoting acceptance and awareness among autistic students. Since its launch in May 2021, the podcast has produced over 100 episodes featuring notable guests, including sports figures and celebrities, and has garnered significant attention, even appearing on BBC News. Adam emphasises the growth of the podcast beyond initial expectations, highlighting its impact on both the students involved and the wider community. He notes that...
2025-01-2832 min
TWS Sports PodcastPaul Wallace - Front row in the British & Irish LionsThis week on the TWS Sports Podcast we talk to former Ireland and British Lions rugby player Paul Wallace. Paul chats to us about life at Saracens and Leinster as well as playing in 2 World Cup for Ireland. Paul was also an integral part of the 1997 British and Irish Lions team who went to South Africa. This podcast is hosted by autistic students from a special school in Wolverhampton. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
2023-11-2154 minTWS Sports PodcastStevie Ward - The struggles of a professional rugby league player.This week on the TWS Sports Podcast we chatted to former rugby league player and Leeds Rhinos captain Stevie Ward. Stevie spoke to us about what it was like to be captain of Leeds, the struggles of being a professional rugby player, the difficulties of life after rugby and so much more. This podcast is hosted by autistic children from a special school in Wolverhampton. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
2023-11-1446 minTWS Sports PodcastLee Mears - From Bath to the Lions den.This week on the TWS Sports Podcast we are joined by former Bath, England and British Lions rugby player Lee Mears. We chatted to Lee about his time at Bath and what it was like to be a youngster getting into the game. We also talk to Lee about what it was like to play for England and then the honour of representing the British and Irish Lions.The TWS Sports Podcast is hosted by autistic students from Tettenhall Wood school in Wolverhampton. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit...
2023-11-0749 minTWS Sports PodcastTim Stimpson - The ups and downs of a rugby player.This week on the TWS Sports Podcast we talk to former Leicester Tigers, England and British Lions rugby player Tim Stimpson. Tim talks to us about his fantastic career and incredible success with Leicester as well as playing for England and what it is like to tour with the British Lions. This podcast is hosted by autistic students from a special school in Wolverhampton. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
2023-10-311h 11TWS Sports PodcastPat Nevin - Football and autismThis week on the TWS Sports Podcast we are joined by former Chelsea and Everton footballer Pat Nevin. We chatted to Pat about his life as a footballer, playing for Scotland, Chelsea, Everton and life as an parent to an autistic child. Pat opened up about being an autistic parent and what that mean for family life.This podcast is hosted by autistic students from a special school in Wolverhampton. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
2023-10-241h 19TWS Sports PodcastDamon Hill - Life in the fast laneThis week on the TWS Sports Podcast we are joined by former Formula 1 World Champion Damon Hill. In this episode Damon talks to us about his incredible F1 career, becoming World Champion, the death of his father, life after F1 and so much more. This podcast is hosted by autistic students from a special school in Wolverhampton. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
2023-10-171h 11TWS Sports PodcastDavid Flatman - Life in the front row.This week on the TWS Sports Podcast we are joined by former Bath, Saracens and England rugby player David Flatman. We chatted to Flats all about his rugby career, his former team mates, playing for England, working in the media and so much more. The TWS Sports Podcast is hosted by autistic pupils from a special school in Wolverhampton. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
2023-10-101h 02TWS Sports PodcastDaniel Udoh - Shrewsbury Town strikerThis week on the TWS Sports Podcast we are joined by Shrewsbury Town striker Daniel Udoh. We chatted to Dan all about his career and life outside of football. From moving to the UK from Nigeria, playing non league football all the way to scoring at Anfield. This is a great conversation about life, religion and football. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
2023-10-0352 minTWS Sports PodcastNicky Forster - Scoring goals to goal settingThis week on the TWS Sports Podcast we are joined by former footballer Nicky Forster. In this episode we talk all about life as a footballer, scoring goals and so much more. This podcast is hosted by autistic students from a special school in Wolverhampton. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
2023-09-261h 17TWS Sports PodcastDavid Croft - It's lights out & away we go!!!We are back with Season 8 of the TWS Sports Podcast and we are joined by the Sky Sports F1 lead commentator David Croft. In this episode we chat to Crofty about his career as a commentator, what are his highlights from his time behind the microphone and so much more. This podcast is hosted by autistic pupils from a special school in Wolverhampton. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
2023-09-191h 24TWS Sports PodcastPhil Parkinson - Wrexham managerIn this episode we travelled to the Racecourse Ground in Wrexham to interview their manager Phil Parkinson. We chatted to Phil about his career in football with a focus on Wrexham. This podcast is hosted by autistic students from Wolverhampton. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
2023-07-1159 minTWS Sports PodcastMatt Taylor - Premier League player to Football League managerThis week on the TWS Sports Podcast we are joined by former Premier League footballer Matt Taylor. We chatted to him about his career as a football and a manager. This podcast is hosted by autistic students from a special school in Wolverhampton. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
2023-07-0452 minTWS Sports PodcastLiam Davies - A boxer on the rise!In this episode we talk to Telford boxer Liam Davies all about his career and what the future holds for him. Liam talks to us about becoming British and European Super Bantamweight Champion and his ambitions for more. This podcast is hosted by autistic children from a special school in Wolverhampton. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
2023-06-2749 minTWS Sports PodcastJonathan Davies - Rugby Union, League and Punditry.In this episode we chat to former Welsh rugby player Jonathan Davies. We chat about Jiffy's career on and off the pitch. We talk about playing international rugby union and switching to play rugby league. This podcast is hosted by autistic students from a special school in Wolverhampton. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
2023-06-2055 minTWS Sports PodcastRob Key & Steve Waugh - Ashes 2023 SpecialIn this episode we chat to Rob Key & Steve Waugh ahead of the 2023 Ashes series. We look back at some of their Ashes highlights as well as talking about this coming series. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
2023-06-1348 minTWS Sports PodcastMark O'Brien - From Newport County saviour to saving his own life!In this episode we chat to former Newport County and Derby County footballer Mark O'Brien. Mark talks to us about how football saved his life after his life threatening heart condition. We also chat about how he saved Newport County from falling out of the Football League and so much more.This podcast is hosted by autistic students from a special school in Wolverhampton. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
2023-06-061h 25TWS Sports PodcastSimon Lazenby - The man behind the Sky Sports mic.This week on the TWS Sports Podcast we chat to Sky Sports presenter Simon Lazenby about what it is like to be a lead presenter for some of the biggest sports on Sky. We talk rugby, cricket, golf and formula 1. Simon takes us behind the scenes and talks to us about what it is like to be a top presenter, some inside information about F1 as well as talking about some of his Sky Sports colleagues. This podcast is hosted by autistic students from a special school in Wolverhampton. Learn...
2023-05-301h 14TWS Sports PodcastBrian McClair - Celtic, Man Utd, Fergie and more.This week on the TWS Sports Podcast we are joined by Manchester United and Celtic legend Brian McClair. This podcast is hosted by autistic students from a special school in Wolverhampton. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
2023-05-231h 50TWS Sports PodcastMarie Kelly - The development of women's cricket.This week on the TWS Sports Podcast we speak to Warwickshire Women's Cricket captain Marie Kelly. We talk about the development of the women's game, The Hundred competition and so much more.This podcast is hosted by autistic students from a special school in Wolverhampton. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
2023-05-1637 minTWS Sports PodcastLeon Lloyd - Leicester Tigers successIn this episode the TWS Sports Podcast chat to former Leicester Tigers and England rugby player Leon Lloyd. Leon chats to us all about his time at Leicester and talks to us about how successful the club was. We also talk about what it was like playing for England and so much more.This podcast is hosted by autistic students from a special school in Wolverhampton. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
2023-05-0954 minTWS Sports PodcastSammy Lee - A Liverpool legendThe TWS Sports Podcast travelled to Anfield to speak with former Liverpool FC player and manager Sammy Lee. This was a great conversation about one of the greatest ever Liverpool teams.This podcast is hosted by autistic students from Tettenhall Wood School. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
2023-05-021h 14TWS Sports PodcastAutism Acceptance Week - Part 2In this episode we chatted to 3 different people with link to autism. We chatted to Richard Nurse who is autistic and has an autistic son. Dr Temple Grandin who is world renowned for her work with autism and is autistic herself and Alison Egerton who is autistic, has 2 autistic children and works within the world of autism too. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
2023-04-021h 22TWS Sports PodcastAutism Acceptance Week - Part 1This week is Autism Acceptance Week and in this episode we chatted to 3 different people with link to autism. We spoke to Sarah Bayliss who is a parent to 2 autistic twins, Cian who is autistic and speak a lot about his passion for sport and mental health and finally TV star Paddy McGuinness who speaks about his 3 autistic children. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
2023-04-0159 min
TWS Sports PodcastMat Sadler - Moving from a footballer to a coachThis week on the TWS Sports Podcast we are joined by Walsall coach Mat Sadler. Mat has previously played for Birmingham, Watford, Shrewsbury and Walsall as a player before moving into a career as a coach at Walsall. This podcast is hosted by autistic children from a special school in Wolverhampton. Thank you for listening. Please join us on social media by clicking this link - https://linktr.ee/twssportspodcastOn our social media you can see lots of unseen footage, behind the scenes access and plenty mo...
2023-03-211h 21
TWS Sports PodcastKevin Davies - The highs and lows of a Premier League striker.This week on the TWS Sports Podcast we are joined by former Premier League striker Kevin Davies. Kevin talks to us about his time in the Premier League and playing for England. This podcast is hosted by autistic students from a special school in Wolverhampton. Thank you for listening. Please join us on social media by clicking this link - https://linktr.ee/twssportspodcastOn our social media you can see lots of unseen footage, behind the scenes access and plenty more from our guests. Thank you. Learn m...
2023-03-201h 04TWS Sports PodcastKevin Davies - The highs and lows of a Premier League striker.This week on the TWS Sports Podcast we are joined by former Premier League striker Kevin Davies. Kevin talks to us about his time in the Premier League and playing for England. This podcast is hosted by autistic students from a special school in Wolverhampton. Thank you for listening. Please join us on social media by clicking this link - https://linktr.ee/twssportspodcastOn our social media you can see lots of unseen footage, behind the scenes access and plenty more from our guests. Thank you.
2023-03-141h 04TWS Sports PodcastPaul Nixon - Leicestershire CCC Head CoachThis week on the TWS Sports Podcast we are joined by former Leicestershire and England cricketer Paul Nixon. Paul is now the head coach at Leicestershire CCC and in this episode he talks all about his time as both a player and a coach. This podcast is hosted by autistic students from a special school in Wolverhampton. Thank you for listening. Please join us on social media by clicking this link - https://linktr.ee/twssportspodcastOn our social media you can see lots of unseen footage, behind the scenes access and plenty mo...
2023-03-071h 01TWS Sports PodcastDom Matteo - Liverpool, Leeds and life after footballIn this episode we talk to former Liverpool and Leeds football Dom Matteo. Dom talks to us about playing football in the Premier League and what it is was like to play football in the 90's. He shares some great stories about his former teammates and discusses the highs and lows of his career. Dom also opens up about his brain tumour and the treatment he has gone through after nearly losing his life. This podcast is hosted by autistic students from a special school in Wolverhampton. Thank you for listening. Please join us on social media b...
2023-02-2850 minTWS Sports PodcastSam Vesty - Northampton Saints Head CoachIn this episode we talk to Northampton Saints Rugby Head Coach Sam Vesty. Sam talks all about his playing career and moving into coaching. We chat about what it takes to be a successful coach and his role at the Saints. This podcast is hosted by autistic students from a special school in Wolverhampton.Thank you for listening. Please join us on social media by clicking this link - https://linktr.ee/twssportspodcastOn our social media you can see lots of unseen footage, behind the scenes access and plenty more from our g...
2023-02-2147 minTWS Sports PodcastAlex Tudor - Life as a CricketerThis week on the TWS Sports Podcast we are joined by former England cricketer Alex Tudor. We sit down with Alex and talk to him all about growing up in London, becoming an England cricketer, punditry and more. This podcast is hosted by autistic students from a special school in England. Thank you for listening. Please join us on social media by clicking this link - https://linktr.ee/twssportspodcastOn our social media you can see lots of unseen footage, behind the scenes access and plenty more from our guests. Thank you. ...
2023-02-141h 29TWS Sports PodcastCharlie Nicholas - From the Glasgow Derby to the North London Derby.This week on the TWS Sports Podcast we are joined by former footballer Charlie Nicholas. Charlie played for teams such as Celtic, Arsenal and Scotland. In this episode he talks open and honestly about his time in footballs, we chat about some of his greatest games to the regrets he has in his career. This podcast is hosted by autistic students from a special school in Wolverhampton. Thank you for listening. Please join us on social media by clicking this link - https://linktr.ee/twssportspodcastOn our social media you can see lots of u...
2023-02-071h 02TWS Sports PodcastMick Foley - WWE Hardcore LegendThis week on the TWS Sports Podcast we are joined by WWE Hall of Famer Mick Foley. In this episode Mick talks to us about some of his greatest matches of all time including the famous Hell in a Cell match against The Undertaker, I Quit match with The Rock and facing Shawn Michaels. There is also a surprise appearance from Mankind. This podcast is hosted by autistic students from a special school in England.Thank you for listening. Please join us on social media by clicking this link - https://linktr.ee/twssportspodcast
2023-01-3128 minTWS Sports PodcastMichael Flynn - A footballer manager on the rise!The TWS Sports Podcast visited Walsall FC and spoke to their manager Michael Flynn. We spoke in-depth about his career as both a player and a manager. We focused on his time at Newport County and life as the current Walsall manager. This is a really interesting interview about the life of a football manager, the highs and lows that come with it and so much more. The TWS Sports Podcast is hosted by autistic students from Tettenhall Wood School. Thank you for listening. Please join us on social media by clicking this link - ht...
2023-01-2457 minTWS Sports PodcastSam Allardyce - The Highs and Lows of a Football Manager.This week on the TWS Sports Podcast we talk to a football manager. Sam Allardyce has managed many top teams such as Bolton, West Ham, Newcastle, Everton and his country England. We chat to Sam about the highs and lows of football management from the heights of taking Bolton to Europe to the lows of losing his job with England. The TWS Sports Podcast is hosted by autistic students from a special school in England. Thank you for listening. Please join us on social media by clicking this link - https://linktr.ee/twssportspodcastOn...
2023-01-171h 10TWS Sports PodcastRound up of Season 5This week on the TWS Sports Podcast Adam , Tom and Alyssa look back on some of their favourite moments from Season 5 of the TWS Sports Podcast. We share some of our funniest moments from the guests and our future plans for Season 6. This podcast is hosted by autistic students from a special school in England. Thank you for listening. Please join us on social media by clicking this link - https://linktr.ee/twssportspodcastOn our social media you can see lots of unseen footage, behind the scenes access and plenty more from ou...
2022-11-2949 minTWS Sports PodcastPaul Robinson - England's number 1This week on the TWS Sports Podcast we are joined by former Premier League goalkeeper Paul Robinson. Paul had a very successful career with Blackburn, Spurs and Leeds as well as being England's number 1 for a number of years playing at a number of major tournaments. This podcast is hosted by autistic students from a special school in England. Thank you for listening. Please join us on social media by clicking this link - https://linktr.ee/twssportspodcastOn our social media you can see lots of unseen footage, behind the scenes access an...
2022-11-2248 minTWS Sports PodcastFootball World Cup Qatar 2022 Special with Brad Friedel, Dave Edwards & Dave Jones.This week on the TWS Sports Podcast we are joined by 3 former footballers as we discuss all about their experience from major tournaments. USA goalkeeper Brad Friedel, Welsh midfielder Dave Edwards and Premier League manager Dave Jones join us to chat all about the World Cup. We talk in-depth about group B which contains Wales, England, USA and Iran, who they think will make it out of the group and who are the key players to look out for. This podcast is hosted by autistic students from a special school in England. Thank you for li...
2022-11-151h 15TWS Sports PodcastGeordan Murphy - From player to coach and everything in between.This week on the TWS Sports Podcast we are joined by former Ireland, Leicester and British Lions rugby player Geordan Murphy. In this episode Geordan talks about his incredible career with Leicester Tigers, winning the Six Nations Grand Slam, disappointments at World Cup, playing for the Lions and so much more. This podcast is hosted by autistic students from a special school in England. Thank you for listening. Please join us on social media by clicking this link - https://linktr.ee/twssportspodcastOn our social media you can see lots of unseen fo...
2022-11-081h 01TWS Sports PodcastMatt Murray - Wolves legend & life as a goalkeeper.This week on the TWS Sports Podcast we were joined by former Wolves goalkeeper Matt Murray. In this episode Matt talks to us about the highs and lows at Wolverhampton Wanderers, the challenges of being a goalkeeper, the difficulties of injuries and more. We also talk in-depth about his post football career and life as a pundit, agent and more. This podcast is hosted by autistic students from a special school in England. Thank you for listening. Please join us on social media by clicking this link - https://linktr.ee/twssportspodcastOn ou...
2022-11-011h 29TWS Sports PodcastTanni Grey-Thompson - Paralympics, disability and London 2012.This week on the TWS Sports Podcast we are joined by former Paralympic superstar Baroness Tanni Grey-Thompson. In this episode Tanni talks to us about her incredible Paralympic career, breaking 30 world records, discrimination, winning the London 2012 games and more. This podcast is hosted by autistic students from a special school in the UK. Thank you for listening. Please join us on social media by clicking this link - https://linktr.ee/twssportspodcastOn our social media you can see lots of unseen footage, behind the scenes access and plenty more from our guests. Th...
2022-10-2547 minTWS Sports PodcastMark Butcher - England cricket, Sky Sports pundit & musician.This week on the TWS Sports Podcast we are joined by the former England and Surrey cricketer Mark Butcher. In this chat we talk about the highs and lows of playing cricket, the challenge of the Ashes, success in the West Indies and more. We talk about the success at Surrey CC and what it was like to play with his team mates. Mark also shows off his excellent singing voice and talks to us about his music career. The TWS Sports Podcast is hosted by autistic students from a special school in England. Thank yo...
2022-10-1853 minTWS Sports PodcastMatt Jarvis - From a wolf to a lion.This week on the TWS Sports Podcast we are joined by former Premier League and England footballer Matt Jarvis. Matt speaks to us all about his time playing for a variety of clubs such as Wolves, West Ham as well as playing for England. This episode is a great in-sight into the life of a footballer and what happens on and off the pitch.This podcast is hosted by autistic teenagers from a special school in the UK. Thank you for listening. Please join us on social media by clicking this link - https://linktr.e...
2022-10-1133 minTWS Sports PodcastDave Jones - Talking football managementThis week on the TWS Sports Podcast we are joined by former Cardiff City and Wolves manager Dave Jones. Dave chats to the podcast all about his time in management, the highs and lows of football and so much more. This podcast is hosted by autistic students from a special school in the UK. Thank you for listening. Please join us on social media by clicking this link - https://linktr.ee/twssportspodcastOn our social media you can see lots of unseen footage, behind the scenes access and plenty more from our gu...
2022-10-041h 29TWS Sports PodcastCarl Froch - Boxing, punditry and conspiracy theories.This week on the TWS Sports Podcast we are joined by the former WBC, IBF and WBA boxing world champion Carl Froch. In this episode Carl talks about the highs and lows of his career, some interesting conspiracy theories, becoming world champion and so much more. This podcast is hosted by autistic students from a special school in the UK. Thank you for listening. Please join us on social media by clicking this link - https://linktr.ee/twssportspodcastOn our social media you can see lots of unseen footage, behind the scenes ac...
2022-09-2758 minTWS Sports PodcastAdam Hollioake - Down Under to England captaincy & family tragedyThis week on the TWS Sports Podcast we chatted to former England cricketer Adam Hollioake. In this episode we chatted about Adam's early career, playing for Surrey CC as well as captaining Surrey and England. Adam also talks about the death of his brother Ben Hollioake and how he and his family dealt with those sad times. This podcast is hosted by autistic students from a special school in the UK. Thank you for listening. Please join us on social media by clicking this link - https://linktr.ee/twssportspodcastOn our s...
2022-09-2042 minTWS Sports PodcastHarry Redknapp - Life as a football managerThe TWS Sports Podcast is BACK with Season 5!!! Episode 1 sees us chatting to football legend Harry Redknapp. In this episode we talk to Harry all about his football career, from his time as a player to his time in management. We chat to him about a range of different footballers he has managed from the great Paulo Di Canio, Frank Lampard, Rio Ferdinand, Peter Crouch, Gareth Bale and more. We also chat about his time in the jungle on 'I'm A Celebrity Get Me Out Of Here'.This podcast is hosted by autistic students from a special...
2022-09-1345 minTWS Sports PodcastRound up of season 4In this episode Tom and Adam sit down and talk about their highlights from another season of the TWS Sports Podcast. We chat about some of our favourite bits from each episode and re-live some memorable moments. This podcast is hosted by autistic students from a special school in the UK. Thank you for listening. Please join us on social media by clicking this link - https://linktr.ee/twssportspodcastOn our social media you can see lots of unseen footage, behind the scenes access and plenty more from our guests. Thank you.
2022-07-0540 minTWS Sports PodcastLewis Moody - Highs and lows of rugby.This week on the TWS Sports Podcast we are joined by former England, British Lion, Leicester and Bath rugby player Lewis Moody. Lewis won the World Cup in 2003 after a nail biting final against Australia and toured New Zealand with the British Lions in 2005. In this episode we talk all about his career, from the highs on winning the World Cup to the lows of injuries and red cards. We also talk about Lewis' foundation which he has set up to support people with brain tumours. This podcast is hosted by autistic students from a special school in England. ...
2022-06-2850 minTWS Sports PodcastMark Wood - Fast bowling, anaesthetic & World Cup glory.This week on the TWS Sports Podcast we are joined by one of the fastest bowlers in the world. England cricketer Mark Wood speaks to us all about his career, winning the World Cup, playing in the Ashes series and so much more. This podcast is hosted by autistic students from a special school in England.Thank you for listening. Please join us on social media by clicking this link - https://linktr.ee/twssportspodcastOn our social media you can see lots of unseen footage, behind the scenes access and plenty more from our...
2022-06-2156 minTWS Sports PodcastAlan McInally - From football in Europe to the TV screen.This week on the TWS Sports Podcast we are joined by former professional footballer Alan McInally. Alan played football for Celtic, Aston Villa and Bayern Munich as well as Scotland. Alan chats to us about what it was like to play for these times and what football was like in the 80's and 90's. Since retiring Alan has worked as a pundit on Sky Sports and is part of the Soccer Saturday team. This podcast is hosted by autistic students from a special school in the UK. Thank you for listening. Please join us on social media b...
2022-06-1445 minTWS Sports PodcastDavid Campese - Try scoring legend to Lion tamer.This week on the TWS Sports Podcast we are joined by one of the greatest rugby players of all time David Campese David is Australia's leading try scorer of all time and second in the list of all time try scorers in the world . In this episode David talks about playing for Australia, winning the World Cup, Lions tours and so much more. This podcast is hosted by autistic students from a special school in England. Thank you for listening. Please join us on social media by clicking this link - https://linktr.ee/twssportspodcastO...
2022-06-0753 minTWS Sports PodcastBarry Hearn - From rags to riches.This week on the TWS Sports Podcast we are joined by the President of Matchroom Sport Barry Hearn. Barry talks to us about how he started Matchroom Sport and the amazing journey the company has been on. He talks to us about the sports he is involved with such as snooker, darts and boxing. He chats to us about how he has grown each individual sport and worked alongside some of the biggest names in sport. This podcast is hosted by autistic students from a special school in the UK. Thank you for listening. Please join us o...
2022-05-3157 minTWS Sports PodcastRyan Sidebottom - Playing for your county & country.This week on the TWS Sports Podcast we are joined by former England bowler Ryan Sidebottom. Ryan chats to us all about his career with England from the highs on winning the Twenty20 World Cup to the lows of injuries and being out of the squad. In addition to this we talk about racism at Yorkshire CC, his appearances on Dancing on Ice and more. This podcast is hosted by autistic students from a special school in the UK. Thank you for listening. Please join us on social media by clicking this link - https://linktr.ee/t...
2022-05-2439 minTWS Sports PodcastIeuan Evans - From a Dragon to a Lion.This week on the TWS Sports Podcast we are joined by one of the greatest Welsh rugby players of all time. Ieuan Evans played 72 times for Wales and 7 times for the British and Irish Lions across 3 tours to New Zealand, Australia and South Africa. This is a great chat all about his career, the highs of the Five Nations and Lions victories to the lows of injuries and defeat. This podcast is hosted by autistic students from a special school in England. Thank you for listening. Please join us on social media by clicking this link - h...
2022-05-1759 minTWS Sports PodcastSteve Davis - The greatest snooker player of all timeThis week on the TWS Sports Podcast we are joined by 6 time Snooker World Champion Steve Davis. Steve chats to us about his rise to the top of the game and talks us through winning his World Championships. Steve continues to talk to us about life after snooker such as his appearance on I'm a Celebrity Get Me Out Of Here and his time as a music DJ. This podcast is hosted by autistic students from a special school in England. Thank you for listening. Please join us on social media by clicking this link...
2022-05-1057 min
Museum of Welsh Cricket PodcastAdam Millichip and the TWS Sports PodcastTell us what you think of this episodeThis week we talk to Newport born Adam Millichip. A welsh schoolboy cricketer, Adam was man of the match in the Welsh Cup Final in 2008 when Newport defeated Northop Hall CC.He talks about growing up, being part of a succesful age group cricket team and playing for Newport.He also tells us about his career as a special needs teacher, his work in Shrewsbury and more recently Wolverhampton and his recent work on the TWS Sports Podcast. The podcast was born out of the lo...
2022-05-0529 minTWS Sports PodcastConor Coady - Captain, Leadership & RespectWelcome back to Season 4 of the TWS Sports Podcast and to start of the season we are joined by Wolves captain and England footballer Conor Coady. Conor talks to us all about his career, from starting out in the Liverpool academy, playing for Sheffield United and Huddersfield before settling at Wolverhampton Wanderers where he has gone on to be club captain, play in Europe and push his way into the England squad. In this episode we talk about playing in the Premier League, what it takes to make a great captain, life after football and so...
2022-05-0349 minTWS Sports PodcastRound up of season 3In this episode Tom, Avtar, Harvey and Adam sit down and talk about their favourite moments from season 3 of the TWS Sports Podcast. They re live clips from each episodes and talk about the best bits from our guests. Thank you so much for listening to season 3 of the TWS Sports Podcast and we look forward to seeing you back here for season 4. Thank you for listening. Please join us on social media by clicking this link - https://linktr.ee/twssportspodcastOn our social media you can see lots of unseen footage, behind the s...
2022-04-0554 minTWS Sports PodcastTemple Grandin - Everything you need to know about autism.This week on the TWS Sports Podcast we had the honour of speaking to Temple Grandin. Temple is autistic and is one of the world leading autism speakers. She has published a number of books about autism and also has a film all about her life. Temple is a world wide name in the cattle industry and reformed the way cattle were slaughtered to make it more humane. In this episode Temple talks all about her life and autism, some of the challenges she has faced but also all of the amazing achievements she has had. This podcast is...
2022-04-0251 minTWS Sports PodcastKurt Angle - WWE Hall of Famer - Life in the ringThis week on the TWS Sports Podcast we are joined by Olympic gold medallist and WWE superstar Kurt Angle. Kurt chats to us about his time in the WWE and shares his memories with us from his time with the company. We talk about his best WrestleMania moments, his favourite matches and so much more. This podcast is hosted by autistic students from a special school in the UK. Thank you for listening. Please join us on social media by clicking this link - https://linktr.ee/twssportspodcastOn our social media you can se...
2022-03-2923 minTWS Sports PodcastShane Williams - Welsh winger to roaring lionThis week on the TWS Sports Podcast we are joined by the all time Wales try scorer Shane Williams. Shane is also fourth in the all time try scorers in Rugby Union. This is a great conversation all about the highs and lows of test rugby, what it was like to play at the very top and so much more. Shane talks about travelling on numerous Lions tours, playing in the World Cup and Wales Grand Slam victories. This podcast is hosted by autistic students from a special school in the UK. Thank you for listening. Please j...
2022-03-2250 minTWS Sports PodcastRob Key - From the crease to the commentary box.This week on the TWS Sports Podcast we are joined by former England and Kent cricketer Rob Key. In this episode Rob talks to us all about his long and successful career and what it was like to play cricket for England. Rob shares some great stories from his playing days about people such as the great Shane Warne, Freddie Flintoff, Nasser Hussain and more. This podcast is hosted by autistic students from a special school in the UK. Thank you for listening. Please join us on social media by clicking this link - https://li...
2022-03-1545 minTWS Sports PodcastPaddy McGuinness - My autistic family.This week on the TWS Sports Podcast we are joined by TV presenter and comedian Paddy McGuinness. Paddy talks to us all about his career, love of sport and autism. Paddy has 3 autistic children and his wife has been diagnosed with autism recently so this is a great in-sight into family life. This podcast is hosted by autistic students from a special school in the UK. Thank you for listening. Please join us on social media by clicking this link - https://linktr.ee/twssportspodcastOn our social media you can see lots of unseen f...
2022-03-081h 13TWS Sports PodcastFrank Dick - Coaching the worlds best.This week on the TWS Sports Podcast we are joined by Frank Dick. As one of the country’s best and most consistently inspiring motivational speakers, Frank is riding high on the outstanding results from his position as High Performance Director at SASCOC ( South African Sports Confederation and Olympic Committee) where he was the consultant to South Africa's top coaches and athletes at the Rio Olympics and Paralympics. RSA achieved 10 medals with 2 Gold, 6 Silver & 2 bronze. Four of those medals were won in athletics, Franks area of expertise. In 2016 Frank was invited by Eddie Jones to undertake a chal...
2022-03-011h 05TWS Sports PodcastMatthew Hayden - The greatest Australian opener!This week on the TWS Sports Podcast we are joined by the former Australia opening batsman Matthew Hayden. Hayden is one of the greatest batsman in Australia cricket history and he talks to us all about his career and what made him one of Australia's the greatest of all time. This podcast is hosted by autistic students from a special school in the UK. Thank you for listening. Please join us on social media by clicking this link - https://linktr.ee/twssportspodcastOn our social media you can see lots of unseen footage, behind t...
2022-02-221h 02TWS Sports PodcastMichael Chopra - Striker, Gambler, GeordieThis week on the TWS Sports Podcast we are joined by former Newcastle, Sunderland and Cardiff City striker Michael Chopra. Chopra talks about the different clubs throughout his career and also he battle with a gambling addiction, his frustrations with some of his clubs and clashes with team mates. This is a real in-sight into the life of a Premier League footballer. This podcast is hosted by autistic students from a special school. Thank you for listening. Please join us on social media by clicking this link - https://linktr.ee/twssportspodcastOn our social m...
2022-02-1555 minTWS Sports PodcastBryony Page - Bouncing her way to success.This week on the TWS Sports Podcast we are joined by the current Trampoline Gymnast World Champion Bryony Page. Bryony has also won 2 Olympic medals, one at Rio in 2016 and another at Tokyo in 2020. Bryony Talks to us about her highs of winning Olympic medals to the lows of missing out on London 2012. The TWS Sports Podcast is hosted by autistic students from a special school in England. Thank you for listening. Please join us on social media by clicking this link - https://linktr.ee/twssportspodcastOn our social media you can see lots o...
2022-02-081h 01TWS Sports PodcastJames Hook - Ospreys, Wales & LionsThis week on the TWS Sports Podcast we are joined by former Welsh rugby player James Hook. James chats to us about his time playing for Ospreys, Perpingan and Gloucester as well as his time at Wales playing in 2 World Cups and winning the Six Nations 3 times. James chats to us about his coffee business with his former team mates and his rugby books that he has written. This podcast is hosted by autistic students from a special school in England. Thank you for listening. Please join us on social media by clicking this link - https://l...
2022-02-0141 minTWS Sports PodcastMonty Panesar - Ashes hero, racism & mental health.This week on the TWS Sports Podcast we are joined by former England cricketer Monty Panesar. Monty talks to us all about his career, what made him a hero with the Barmy Army, his battle with depression and anxiety as well as tackling the issue of racism in cricket. This podcast is hosted by autistic students from a special school in the UK. Thank you for listening. Please join us on social media by clicking this link - https://linktr.ee/twssportspodcastOn our social media you can see lots of unseen footage, behind the s...
2022-01-2551 minTWS Sports PodcastCarl Gottlieb - The writer of JawsThis week on the TWS Sports Podcast we had the opportunity to move away from sport for a one off special episode. We had the pleasure of being joined by Hollywood actor and writer Carl Gottlieb. Carl is most famous for is role in writing the iconic movie 'Jaws'. He worked alongside Steven Spielberg to create one of the biggest movies of all time. In this episode we chat about Carl's career, how he got the role with Jaws and what is was like to work on such a big movie. This podcast is hosted by autistic students from a...
2022-01-2244 minTWS Sports PodcastSir Clive Woodward - Leading England to Rugby World Cup glory.This week on the TWS Sports Podcast we are joined by a rugby legend. Sir Clive Woodward coached England when they won the 2003 Rugby World Cup against Australia. In this episode Clive talks about his childhood, how he got into rugby as a player and then moving on to become a coach. He chats in-depth about the 2003 Rugby World Cup and what it was like throughout the tournament and we end on him getting knighted by the Queen. The TWS Sports Podcast is hosted by autistic students from a special school in the UK. Thank you for l...
2022-01-1856 minTWS Sports PodcastRound up of season 2This week on the TWS Sports Podcast Adam, Tom & Avtar sit down to talk about some of their highlights from season 2. Thank you for listening. Please join us on social media by clicking this link - https://linktr.ee/twssportspodcastOn our social media you can see lots of unseen footage, behind the scenes access and plenty more from our guests. Thank you. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
2021-12-2143 minTWS Sports PodcastPeter Scudamore - Champion jockey to trainerThis week on the TWS Sports Podcast we are joined by 8 time Champion Jockey Peter Scudamore. Peter talks to us about his very successful career on and off the horse, from meeting really famous people, winning the Champion Jockey to retiring and training his own horses. This podcast is hosted by autistic students from a special school in the UK.Thank you for listening. Please join us on social media by clicking this link - https://linktr.ee/twssportspodcastOn our social media you can see lots of unseen footage, behind the scenes a...
2021-12-1453 minTWS Sports PodcastSteve Waugh - Aussie cricketing legend.This week on the TWS Sports Podcast we are joined by one of the greatest Australian cricketers of all time Steve Waugh. Steve captained the One Day and Test team to World Cup and Ashes glory. This is a great in-sight into one of the greatest Australian teams there has ever been and what it was like to be their captain. This podcast is hosted by autistic teenagers from a special school in the UK. Thank you for listening. Please join us on social media by clicking this link - https://linktr.ee/twssportspodcastOn o...
2021-12-0729 minTWS Sports PodcastJay Bothroyd - Life of a footballerThis week on the TWS Sports Podcast we are joined by former Premier League and England footballer Jay Bothroyd. Jay talks about playing for a number of clubs such as Coventry, Wolves, Cardiff City as well as getting called up to play for England. Jay then left England to play football in Thailand and Japan. This is a really interesting chat about football, different manager and team mates that Jay has played with and so much more. This podcast is hosted by autistic teenagers from a special school in the UK. Thank you for listening. Pl...
2021-11-3049 minTWS Sports PodcastMichael Atherton - One of England’s cricketing greats.This week on the TWS Sports Podcast we are joined by the former England cricket captain Michael Atherton. Athers had a long and successful time with England and speaks openly and honestly about his time playing international cricket. He shares an in-sight into the England dressing room, share some funny stories from his old team mates and talks about what he has been doing since retiring from playing. We speak to him about his Sky Sports colleagues and what his predictions for the Ashes series are. The TWS Sports Podcast is hosted by autistic students from a s...
2021-11-2339 minTWS Sports PodcastMatt Le Tissier - Saints legend to Sky Sports pundit.This week on the TWS Sports Podcast we are joined by former Southampton footballing legend Matt Le Tissier. Matt spoke to us about playing for Southampton and England as well as being a Sky Sports pundit. This is a brilliant episode about the career of one of the best players to ever play in the Premier League, from having an almost perfect penalty record, to match fixing controversy. This is an episode you do not want to miss. This podcast is hosted by autistic children and young adults from a special school in the UK.
2021-11-1640 minTWS Sports PodcastSarlat Rugby - Rise of an underdogThis week on the TWS Sports Podcast we are joined by Dom Einhorn, Matt & Filip from Sarlat Rugby. Dom Einhorn is the President of Sarlat Rugby and he talks to us about getting into business, being President of Sarlat Rugby, some of the difficulties he has faced and his vision for the club. Matt & Filip are players for the rugby team and they chatted to us about what it is like to play for Sarlat, how they got into rugby and their role within the club. This podcast is hosted by autistic teenagers from a special school i...
2021-11-0939 minTWS Sports PodcastNasser Hussain - Cricket, captaincy, controversy, commentating.This week on the TWS Sports Podcast we are joined by the former England cricket captain and now Sky Sports commentator Nasser Hussain. In this episode Nasser talks about growing up in India, starting out at Essex CC, being selected for England, the pressures of being captain, retirement, Sky Sports and so much more. This podcast is hosted by autistic teenagers from a special school in the UK. Thank you for listening. Please join us on social media by clicking this link - https://linktr.ee/twssportspodcastOn our social media you can se...
2021-11-0244 minTWS Sports PodcastJohn Eales - Captaining the Wallabies to World Cup glory.This week on the TWS Sports Podcast we are joined by the former Australian Rugby World Cup winning captain John Eales. John won the World Cup for the first time with Australia in 1991 and then again as captain in 1999. This is a great chat about rugby, the career of one of Australia's greatest ever players and so much more. This podcast is hosted by autistic teenagers from a special school in the UK. Here are the links to our social media platforms, website and podcast - https://linktr.ee/twssportspodcastThank you...
2021-10-2641 minTWS Sports PodcastMark Halsey - The man in the middle.This week on the TWS Sports Podcast we are joined by former Premier League referee Mark Halsey. Mark refereed in the Premier League for 14 years and gives us a great in-sight into what it was like to ref at the very top. He talks about travelling to hostile stadiums, receiving lots of abuse from the fans, which players were the most difficult to referee and so much more. Mark also talks openly and honestly about his diagnosis of cancer, the battle he went through and then returning to the Premier LeagueThe TWS Sports Podcast i...
2021-10-1950 minTWS Sports PodcastLee Cockerell - Managing Walt Disney WorldThe TWS Sports Podcast have released a one off 'special' episode with the former Vice President of Walt Disney World Lee Cockerell. Lee joined us to talk all about his career and his time at Disney. From opening Disneyland Paris to working his way up as the Vice President of Disney World. Lee talks to us about the difficult times at the company such as the 9/11 terror attacks and also the best bits about working at Disney. This podcast is hosted by autistic children from a special school in the UK. Thank you for listening. Pl...
2021-10-1648 minTWS Sports PodcastDavid 'Bumble' Lloyd - Player, Umpire, Coach, Commentator.This week on the TWS Sports Podcast we are joined by former England cricketer, umpire, coach and now Sky Sports commentator David Lloyd. David Lloyd or Bumble as he is most well known has been involved with cricket his whole life. In this episode he talks openly and honestly about the different stages of his career, shares some brilliant stories with us and even sings the song 'Sweet Caroline' with us. This podcast is hosted by autistic children and young adults from a special school in England. Thank you for listening. Please join us on so...
2021-10-1247 minTWS Sports PodcastKeith Mason - From the rugby pitch to the big screen.This week on the TWS Sports Podcast we are joined by Keith Mason. Keith had a long and very successful career playing Rugby League. He played in a number of successful teams both in England and Australia. Since retiring Keith has turned his hand to acting and has starred in a number of films and TV shows. He has a brand new film 'Imperative' out in November 2021 where he plays the lead role as well as directing a film for the first time. Keith talks about his new comic book 'Rugby Blood' as well as his love for his...
2021-10-0557 minTWS Sports PodcastMarnus Labuschagne - Becoming the world’s best batsman.On this weeks episode of the TWS Sports Podcast we are joined by Australian cricketer Marnus Labuschagne. Marnus has quickly become one of the best batsman in the world and was part of the winning 2019 Australian Ashes team. In this episode Marnus talks about growing up in South Africa, making his debut for Australia, the Ashes and so much more. This podcast is hosted by autistic children from a special school in the UK. Thank you for listening. Please join us on social media by clicking this link - https://linktr.ee/twssportspodcast...
2021-09-2831 minTWS Sports PodcastAlix Popham - Rugby, Six Nations & dementia.This week we were joined by former Welsh rugby player Alix Popham. Alix played in 2 World Cups for Wales and won the Six Nations Grand Slam. Since retiring Alix has been diagnosed with early onset dementia and he talks very openly and honestly about it. He and his wife have started up a charity called 'Head for Change' where they aim to help sportsmen and women when they retire from sport and support them if they get a diagnosis of dementia. This is another great episode from the TWS Sports Podcast. Thank you for listening. Please join u...
2021-09-2138 minTWS Sports PodcastJoe Hart - Life between the sticks.Welcome to season 2 of the TWS Sports Podcast. This episode we are joined by England goalkeeper and Premier League champion Joe Hart. Joe talks about winning the Premier League with Man City, playing for England and so much more. This podcast is hosted by autistic children from a special school in England. Also, we have a special message from WWE legend Mick Foley who will be joining us on the podcast at a future date. Thank you for listening. Please join us on social media by clicking this link - https://linktr.ee/twssportspodcastOn ou...
2021-09-1428 minTWS Sports PodcastJade Hall - Paralympic glory.Paralympian Jade Hall joins the TWS Sports Podcast for a 'One Off Paralympic Special Episode.' This was a great chat about Jade's career, overcoming adversity, the Paralympics and so much more. Jade was born without a right leg but she did not let that stop her from reaching her goals and competing at 2 Paralympic Games and winning Commonwealth Gold. The TWS Sports Podcast is hosted by autistic teenagers from a special school in England. Thank you for listening. Please join us on social media by clicking this link - https://linktr.ee/twssportspodcastOn o...
2021-08-3144 minTWS Sports PodcastWill Greenwood - Rugby World Cup winner.This week on the TWS Sports Podcast we are joined by former England and British Lions rugby player Will Greenwood. He won the 2003 Rugby World Cup final after beating Australia in a nail biting final. This is a great chat about England, the British and Irish Lions, autism and so much more. The TWS Sports Podcast is hosted by children with autism from Tettenhall Wood School. Thank you for listening. Please join us on social media by clicking this link - https://linktr.ee/twssportspodcastOn our social media you can se...
2021-07-2050 minTWS Sports PodcastThomas Henley - Being autistic and winning Commonwealth goldThis week on the TWS Sports Podcast we are joined by Commonwealth Gold medallist Thomas Henley. Thomas is autistic and chats open and honestly about his autism and the difficulties he has faced but also all of the positive aspects of having autism. Thank you for listening. Please join us on social media by clicking this link - https://linktr.ee/twssportspodcastOn our social media you can see lots of unseen footage, behind the scenes access and plenty more from our guests. Thank you. Learn more about your ad choices. Vi...
2021-07-1338 minTWS Sports PodcastRyan Wagner - Baseball in the States.This week on the TWS Sports Podcast we are joined by former professional American Baseball player Ryan Wagner. This was a brilliant chat about Baseball, sporting terms from the UK and USA, sport in America and much more. TWS Sports Podcast is hosted by autistic students from Tettenhall Wood School.We are also joined by the boys from 'The Big Stiff Podcast' in Australia. Thank you for listening. Please join us on social media by clicking this link - https://linktr.ee/twssportspodcastOn our social media you can see lots of...
2021-07-0626 minTWS Sports PodcastKieran Marmion - Life of an Irish scrum halfThis week on the TWS Sports Podcast we are joined by Irish rugby international Kieran Marmion. We enjoy a great chat with him about playing in the Six Nations, winning the Grand Slam with Ireland in 2018, beating New Zealand and so much more. Thank you for listening. Please join us on social media by clicking this link - https://linktr.ee/twssportspodcastOn our social media you can see lots of unseen footage, behind the scenes access and plenty more from our guests. Thank you. Learn more about your ad choices. V...
2021-06-2929 minTWS Sports PodcastMatthew Hoggard - Ashes hero to BBQ king.This week on the TWS Sports Podcast we spoke with England cricketer Matthew 'Hoggy' Hoggard. We spoke about that incredible 2005 Ashes victory, playing for England, best pranks he has seen and so much more. Thank you for listening. Please join us on social media by clicking this link - https://linktr.ee/twssportspodcastOn our social media you can see lots of unseen footage, behind the scenes access and plenty more from our guests. Thank you. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
2021-06-2231 minTWS Sports PodcastPeter Baker - Stories from the Ryder CupThis week on the TWS Sports Podcast we are joined by professional golfer Peter Baker. Peter played in the 1993 Ryder Cup at The Belfry and was a vice-captain at the 2006 Ryder Cup and the K-Club. He has won 3 times on the European Tour and played alongside some golfing legends such as Jack Nicklaus, Seve Ballesteros and Tiger Woods. Peter also played in all of the golf Majors at all the best courses around the world. Tune in to the podcast to hear what Peter has to say about all of the above. TWS Sports Podcast is...
2021-06-1535 minTWS Sports PodcastTai Woffinden - Story of a British Speedway World Champion.This week on the TWS Sports Podcast we were joined by 3 time Speedway World Champion Tai Woffinden. Tai is the most successful British Speedway rider of all time. We chatted about him starting his career, winning his world titles, injuries, what does the future hold and so much more. TWS Sports Podcast is hosted by autistic young people from Tettenhall Wood Special School. Thank you for listening. Please join us on social media by clicking this link - https://linktr.ee/twssportspodcastOn our social media you can see lots of unseen footage, behind the s...
2021-06-0831 minTWS Sports PodcastDave Edwards - Shrewsbury, Wolves & Euros glory.This week on the TWS Sports Podcast we are joined by former Premier League footballer Dave Edwards. On the podcast he talks about his time at Wolverhampton Wanderers, Shrewsbury Town and playing for Wales in the Euro 2016 tournament. As well as that we dive into his personal life and what he likes to get up to away from the football pitch. TWS Sports Podcast is hosted by students with autism from Tettenhall Wood Special School. Thank you for listening. Please join us on social media by clicking this link - https://linktr.ee/twssportspodcastOn o...
2021-06-0144 minTWS Sports PodcastJonny Owen - Bluebirds, Wales & life on the telly.On this weeks episode our autistic students interviewed actor, musician, producer and host of his own TalkSport show Jonny Owen. We spoke about his love of Cardiff City, who would he choose to have dinner with, and did he think his fiancée was ‘H’ in the hit TV show ‘Line of Duty’. Tune it to find out and much more. Tettenhall Wood School is a school for children and young adults with autism. This podcast gives the students the opportunity to develop key skills and interview famous sportsmen and women. Thank you for listening. Please join...
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