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Clare FMMidwest Hospital Campaigner Calls For Funding Commitment For HIQA's Option CHealth Minister Jennifer Carroll MacNeill has told Clare’s Oireachtas members that all three options recommended by HIQA’s review of emergency care capacity in the Midwest have been accepted.
The Government will begin work expanding capacity at University Hospital Limerick, extending the UHL campus to a second nearby site, and developing a new Model 3 hospital with an emergency department in the region, in the new year.
Founder of the Midwest Hospital Campaign says option C has been "effectively kicked down the road" without commitment of a site, timeline or funding.
To discuss this further, Alan Morrissey was joined by Deir...
2025-12-1715 min
Theatre Of RedTheatre of Red | Episode 36 | Alan TongeIn episode 36, Shaun speaks with Dr Alan Tonge - the first acquisition of Sir Alex Ferguson at Machester United - about the future of Alejandro Garnacho following a standout performance in Bucharest, Kobbie Mainoo in a 10, the continued struggles of Rasmus Hojlund ahead of Crystal Palace, the story behind Fergies first fledging and much more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
2025-02-0446 min
Theatre Of RedTheatre of Red | Episode 36 | Alan TongeIn episode 36, Shaun speaks with Dr Alan Tonge - the first acquisition of Sir Alex Ferguson at Machester United - about the future of Alejandro Garnacho following a standout performance in Bucharest, Kobbie Mainoo in a 10, the continued struggles of Rasmus Hojlund ahead of Crystal Palace, the story behind Fergies first fledging and much more.
2025-01-3142 min
The Football Historian PodcastDr Alan Tonge | The Football Historian Podcast | #8Welcome to The Football Historian Podcast, hosted by Peter Kenny Jones.
Episode Eight sees Dr Alan Tonge join us in the garage. The former Manchester United and Exeter City shared stories of being Alex Ferguson's first signing at Old Trafford.
Alan experienced the crushing blow of being released from his boyhood club, before Alan Ball gave him a chance to shine at Exeter City. His career was prematurely curtailed through a spinal injury and a life in a different field soon followed.
We also discuss Alan's football history and tackle the biggest debates...
2024-06-181h 14
Manchester is RED - Manchester United podcastSir Alex RELEASED me, now I'm a DOCTOR | Dr Alan Tonge on Alex Ferguson's early years at Manchester United and quitting football for a PHDDr Alan Tonge sat down with the Manchester Evening News's Tyrone Marshall to tell his story from being a Manchester United youth team player under a young Alex Ferguson, to earning a PHD and becoming a lecturer at UCFB. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
2024-04-0151 min
Park LifePARK LIFE POD S01 EP19: LOOKING FOR A GOOD FRIDAYPark Life Podcast episode 18 is here as City prepare to take on Charlton Athletic at St James Park on Good Friday!
Host Tom catches up with Jack Fitzwater, who talks about living with Colitis and how hard he has been working to break back into the team.
Former Grecian Alan Tonge chats about his newbook ‘From Red to Read’ and talks on education for younger players. Finally Joe Puddifoot from Charlton Live provides the lowdown on the opposition!
2024-03-2849 min
Mindset For SportFrom Red to Read: The Inspiring Journey of Dr. Alan TongeJoin us as we delve into the remarkable journey of Dr. Alan Tonge, from his early days as a promising footballer at Manchester United to his current role as a respected academic and sports commentator. Despite facing setbacks and career-ending injuries, Dr. Tonge's resilience and passion for the game have led him on a unique path of triumph and transformation.
In this podcast, we explore Dr. Tonge's transition from the football pitch to academia. We highlight his contributions to the field of sport psychology and his role as a prominent figure in sports commentary. You will discover...
2024-03-2554 min
Retro Football Network PodcastEpisode 11: Alan TongeGary Cook is joined by Alan Tonge, a man who was there as the rebuild of Manchester United began before his career path changed and he had to adapt to two heart wrenching moments in his life.Alan’s book “From Red to Read: The Story of Fergie's First Fledgling” is out now. Get full access to Retro Football Network Newsletter at retrofootballnetwork.substack.com/subscribe
2024-03-131h 22Park LifePARK LIFE POD S01 EP8 - WORKING TOGETHERIn this week's episode of Park Life, Tom Picillo is joined by Pierce Sweeney to talk about how he's feeling after the defeat to Derby and how the team are working together to get back to winning ways against Lincoln.
BBC Radio Devon reporter, and former Grecian, Alan Tonge dissects what went wrong at Pride Park, whilst Gary Hutchinson from the Stacey West Blog talks about managerless Lincoln’s current situation and how results have started to pick up under caretaker manager Tom Shaw.
Finally, Derek Baker from the Exeter City academy jo...
2023-11-0248 min
SpektrumSpektrum 16 Junie 2023'n Groep joernaliste wat president Ramaphosa na Oekraïne vergesel, is in Pole gestrand. Die tonge is los oor die Wes-Kaapse premier, Alan Winde, se besoek aan Amerika om AGOA te bespreek. Daar is nog baie vrae oor die finale implementering van die Nasionale Gesondheidsversekering.
2023-06-1649 min
The UTV PodcastView From Stormont: One year on from Stormont's collapseAn in-depth report from Jordan Moates on our political stagnation and the ongoing impasse over the protocol. Is any kind of breakthough possible? We'll be discussing the issues with Tina McKenzie, David Phinnemore and Alan Stout.The Minister in charge of legacy Lord Caine tells us if a controversial bill going through Westminster does not suceed, he fears it will be a very long time before any government looks at the issue again, if at all.We have analysis from our Political Editor Tracey Magee on the day the DUP Leader reshuffles his Assembly team. And...
2023-01-3146 min
Mindset For SportTransformation After Leaving Man United: Dr Alan Tonge #002In this episode, I am joined by Dr Alan Tonge. Alan is a former professional soccer player who played for Manchester United and Exeter City and is now an academic expert in Sports Psychology and Player-Care. In our chat, we discuss what life is like inside the head of a footballer, and some of the common psychological issues that can affect performance on and off the pitch. Alan also shares his unique perspective on what it takes to be a top-level pro, and how to cope with the demands of the sport both mentally and academically. This is a fasci...
2022-07-1855 min
Taboo on the Terraces'Thrown away like an empty crisp packet' with Alan TongeAlan Tonge began his career in the youth and reserve setups at Manchester United during the early days of Sir Alex Ferguson's reign, but left in search of first-team football in 1991 and played for Exeter City under Alan Ball. Alan discusses his early career with host Ryan, what it was like playing alongside Ryan Giggs at a young age and also the hugely talented Adrian Docherty, and what it was like to work under World Cup-winner Ball.Alan suffered a career-ending injury that cut short his playing days in his early-20's. Forced retirement led to a...
2021-12-2948 min
Evolving Mindset Mental Health PodcastEvolving Mindset Mental Health Podcast - Episode 29 with guest Alan TongeThank you for tuning in to the 29th Episode of Evolving Mindset Mental Health Podcast. In this weeks episode, Host Phil was joined by Alan Tonge, a former football player and apprentice from Manchester United. Alan talks about the sudden end of his football career due to his injury, which stopped him from playing in his 24. Phil and Alan focus on the importance of building the identity of young sportsmen through education or learning new skills that can prevent them from being lost when they finish their careers. They discuss the false expectations that clubs often give to young...
2021-06-2334 min
The is a Sport Social TestEuropa League nightmare for Manchester United as Reds lose to Villarreal following epic penalty shootoutManchester United lost on penalties to Villarreal after a thrilling shootout. The 90 minutes finished 1-1, but United should probably have done better. We dissect the action and speak to former United midfielder Alan Tonge on the show.
2021-05-2732 min
The is a Sport Social TestEuropa League nightmare for Manchester United as Reds lose to Villarreal following epic penalty shootoutManchester United lost on penalties to Villarreal after a thrilling shootout. The 90 minutes finished 1-1, but United should probably have done better. We dissect the action and speak to former United midfielder Alan Tonge on the show.
2021-05-2730 min
Callum’s Football BroadcastAlan Tonge | From Manchester United to a career in educationAlan is a former professional footballer, having played for Manchester United and Exeter City, before sadly being forced to retire at the age of 24. He has since gone into academia and has been teaching within further and higher education for 16 years. This is his story
2021-05-0357 min
Mental Strength MotivationEpisode 7: Mental Strength MotivationThis episode my guest is Alan Tonge former professional football player for Manchester United and Exeter City in England. He is now a lecturer at UCFB in England. We talk about so many things around mental health, mental health in sports, social media, and society overall. Alan gave so much great content and view points around mental health and I think the things he talked about will give some much perspective and motivation for those struggling and trying to understand more.
2021-04-0353 min
ONE2FOOTBALL PODCASTSir Alex first ever Manchester United signing: Exclusive Alan Tonge Interview| O2F PodcastThe One2Football co-founders interview Sir Alex Ferguson's first ever Manchester United signing Alan Tonge in this exclusive interview. From playing for United with Ryan Giggs, to joining Exeter City, to a career ending injury that nearly left him wheelchair bound, Alan Tonge opens up on his extraordinary life in the beautiful game. TIMINGS:0:00 - 26:43 = Manchester United career 26:43 - 49:00 = Exeter City career 49:00 - 1:08:00 = Injury and life after football 1:08:00 - end = VAR, Ole Gunnar Solskjaer and more!
2021-03-191h 18
Prestige Performance#19 Alan Tonge: Athletic Identity, Critical Moments & OGS's FutureFormer Manchester United and Exeter City player Alan Tonge chats to Jimmy about joining MUFC, the mental impact of injury, athletic identity, the weekends loss to Spurs and the future of Ole Gunnar Solskjaer.
2020-10-0632 min
The Football Collective Podcast10 x 10 Alan Tonge on 'Forever Young: The Story of Adrian Doherty, Football's Lost Genius'Alan Tonge of UCFB Etihad campus in Manchester discusses Oliver Kay's 'Forever Young: The Story of Adrian Doherty, Football's Lost Genius' a brilliant elegy to a uniquely gifted young footballer who fell through the cracks of the professional game. Alan, who played at Manchester United with Doherty gives firsthand insight into an enigmatic player who was more interested in Bob Dylan, playing guitar and reading books than he was with playing at Old Trafford. He also captures why Kay's extensively researched has become a modern classic of football writing.
2020-04-0413 min
‘ I can’t explain’Series 2 Episode 4 Ex Man Utd, Everton and Northern Ireland elite football player Norman WhitesideSeries 2 Episode 4 examines the life of being an elite level football player and the huge demands and expectations placed on young superstars. Norman Whiteside is the guest and we talk through his career.
2019-11-2659 min
The Curve Mindset Podcast with McGinley CoachingInterview with Alan TongeAlan Tonge is a former professional footballer, playing for Manchester United & Exeter City. He now lecturs in football and research as well as appearing on radio and running his own podcast "I Can't Explain".
Follow Alan on Twitter @Alan_Tonge and listen to his podcast below:
https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/i-cant-explain/id1446517296
2019-09-2032 min‘ I can’t explain’Series 2 Episode 3 Youth Academy and Development Expert Pete LoweSeries 2 Episode 3 examines the current state of professional football academies in the UK. Pete Lowe, ex Oldham Athletic and Manchester City Academy Manager is the guest.
2019-08-1447 min‘ I can’t explain’Series 2 Episode 2 Part 3 Paul Highton talks about the psychological challenges within rugby leagueSeries 2 Episode 2 Part 3 Paul Highton talks about the psychological challenges within rugby league
2019-07-2928 min‘ I can’t explain’Series 2 Episode 2 Part 2 Jamie Moore talks about the psychological challenges within pro boxingSeries 2 Episode 2 Part 2 Jamie Moore talks about the psychological challenges within pro boxing
2019-07-1722 min‘ I can’t explain’Series 2 Episode 2 Part 1 Andy Payton talks about the psychological challenges within pro footballSeries 2 Episode 2 examines the topic of mental health awareness/mental health issues within professional sport and is split into 3 parts. Part 1 is Andy Payton (ex professional footballer), Part 2 is Jamie Moore (ex professional boxer) and Part 3 is Paul Highton (ex professional rugby league player).
2019-07-1729 min‘ I can’t explain’I appear on the Hawksbee and Jacobs TalkSPORT show to discuss background/‘i can’t explain’ podcastAlan Tonge, the originator of the ‘I can’t explain’ podcast, appears on the Hawksbee and Jacobs show, TalkSPORT
2019-07-1107 min‘ I can’t explain’Series 2 Episode 1 Manchester Futsal Experts Simon Wright and Leanne SkarrattSeries 2 Episode 1 examines the growing sport of UK and in particular Manchester Futsal. Simon Wright and Leanne Skarratt are the guests
2019-06-241h 01
Going UpstairsTransitions with Alan TongeAlan Tonge was signed by Manchester United in 1986 at the very start of Alex Ferguson's time at the club. By the age of 24 his career was over due to injury and in the time that has passed since he has become a sports lecturer and researcher, with a particular interest in sports psychology and player welfare.In this podcast we discussed;* the culture present at Manchester United in Ferguson's early years in charge* dealing with leaving the job of his dreams* his PhD research including the impact of transitions and de selection in...
2019-06-1042 min‘ I can’t explain’Series 1 Episode 6 Ex Man Utd and Wales legend Ryan GiggsEpisode 6 examines the ups and downs of being an elite level professional footballer. Ryan Giggs, ex Man Utd and Wales legend is the guest
2019-04-2523 min
Humans of XS ManchesterAlan TongeIn the eighth episode of series two, Clint Boon chats to ex-professional footballer, sports psychologist, University lecturer and mental health ambassador, Alan Tonge.Alan was the first signing by Sir Alex Ferguson at Manchester United at 14 years old, and he tells Clint about what it was like playing for the Reds at that time. He also describes the heartbreak he felt after injury ended his career, how getting back into education gave him purpose again and how it led to a career in sports psychology.Don’t forget to subscribe to never miss an...
2019-04-2237 min‘ I can’t explain’Series 1 Episode 5 Youth Development Expert Paul McGuinnessEpisode 5 examines youth development in football. Paul McGuinness, ex Man Utd under 18s coach and current FA skills tutor is the guest
2019-02-1849 min‘ I can’t explain’Series 1 Episode 4 Football Journalist Oliver KayEpisode 4 examines football journalism. Oliver Kay, the chief football writer for The Times, is the guest
2019-01-2944 min‘ I can’t explain’Series 1 Episode 3 Football Agent Neil SangEpisode 3 examines football agents. Neil Sang, an ex pro player and current football agent, is the guest
2019-01-1744 min‘ I can’t explain’Series 1 Episode 2 Coach Educator Jack TrainerEpisode 2 examines coaching at grass roots, academy and professional level. Jack Trainer, an ex pro player and FA coach/ coach educator for nearly 30 years, is the guest
2019-01-1045 min
‘ I can’t explain’Series 1 Episode 1 Sport Psychologist Mark NestiEpisode 1 examines sport psychology and professional football and some of the challenges that players face. Dr Mark Nesti is the guest.
2018-12-1142 min
Grecians GossipGrecians Gossip with Alan Tonge - The Exeter City podcastAlan Tonge started his career at Manchester United before moving to Exeter City, where he was signed by Alan Ball. However, his football career was cut short due to a back injury which forced him to retire from the game aged 24. He is the special guest on this week's Grecians Gossip and speaks about his time with the Grecians and his best XI made up of team-mates from United and Exeter. For information regarding your data privacy, visit acast.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
2018-09-2744 min