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On The Left Side: The Funny Football ShowThe Final KickFor the first and final time Ant McGinley and Jim Salveson host the show together as they look back over almost 300 episodes of soccer silliness. They chat about their experiences making the show along with favourite clip suggestions from contributors and listeners. We are also honoured to feature a special introduction by Sir David Attenborough, who pays tribute to the impact the show has had on the people of planet Earth.Over the last five years lots of people have helped make this show and we want to thank each and everyone of them - even the...2020-10-181h 51

On The Left Side: The Funny Football ShowRoy Keane gets annoyed, Villa survive and we say goodbyeAs the longest season ever comes to an end, we look at the role music played in deciding on who would be relegated from the Premier League. As a result, Watford issue an apology and we learn the secrets behind how the Villa go about signing players. Even that isn't enough to cheer Roy Keane up. Across the road, Birmingham City retire Jude Billingham's shirt number after only 44 games, as if by design we are putting this show on ice after nearly 300 episodes.All of our shows will still be available and if you want to keep...2020-07-3113 min

On The Left Side: The Funny Football ShowUps, downs, sackings and signingsLeeds are back where they belong (which we assume means they will no longer be just off the M1/M62), Liverpool have had their trophy, and more great English talent is headed for Germany with a surge of Beatlemania, and it's all in this latest episode.On The Left Side is written and produced by Ant McGinley & Jim Salveson. Additional voices this week from Ben Nickless, and Damien St John. The theme music was written and performed by Katalina Kicks. Incidental music covered by Creative Commons 3.0: Asking Questions by Rafael Krux, Follow @ontheleftside @antmcginley @Mr...2020-07-2311 min

On The Left Side: The Funny Football ShowCity beat UEFA, Jose heads to Amazon and we lose a footballing giantMan City got the most important result of their season when their squad of superstar lawyers pulled it out of the back at the Court of Arbitration for Sport. A measly ten million euro fine annoyed the internet and Jose Mourinho, who was also upset about other things, despite finally getting his own TV show. And we said goodbye to world cup winner Jack Charlton - the man that led Ireland to glorious memories in the late 80's and 90'sOn The Left Side is written and produced by Ant McGinley & Jim Salveson. Additional voices this week...2020-07-1609 min

On The Left Side: The Funny Football ShowNew Balls PleaseJose is turning into Mr Nice Guy, Ole is having tech problems at United, Man City fluff their lines when Bernardo Silva has a cuppa instead of giving Liverpool a Guard of Honour, and Nike launch a new ball that does new stuff, like roll and bounce. Finally, Iceland nail it again with their new logo launch.On The Left Side is written and produced by Ant McGinley & Jim Salveson. Additional voices this week from Ben Nickless, Charles Commins and Damien St John. The theme music was written and performed by Katalina Kicks. Incidental music covered by...2020-07-0910 min

On The Left Side: The Funny Football ShowLiverpool win the League, Klopp cries and an Eagle diesEverybody loves Jurgen Klopp even more now that he has taken Liverpool to the title, and experts try and work out how he did it, some throw a bit more than a street party. And while the Reds secured the top-flight title, there was sad news down at Selhurst Park, where one Premier League regular will fly no more.On The Left Side is written and produced by Ant McGinley & Jim Salveson. Additional voices this week from Ciaran Saward and Damien St John. The theme music was written and performed by Katalina Kicks. Incidental music covered by...2020-07-0211 min

On The Left Side: The Funny Football ShowKebabs, Sausage Rolls and Roy Keane's TaxiWhile the Premier League is back, it's not quite as good as we remembered it. In fact the only thing that feels the same is the anger emanating from Roy Keane. While he does his best impression of Liam Neeson, fellow countryman shows off his skills with some baked goods. And while we get used to crowd noises, could there be a job for Keano shouting from the stands to motivate players. Plus if only John Barnes really did have dodgy videos on his shelf, we could have had a hit record on our hands.On The...2020-06-2512 min

On The Left Side: The Funny Football ShowRashford scores a winner against Boris as football returnsFootball is back, but everyone has been talking about the power of Marcus Rashford to change the minds of the government. And as project restart gets underway, there something dodgy going on in the way Norwich train, and football is now more like a video game than ever before...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. Incidental music covered by Creative Commons 3.0: Burt's Requiem by Alexander Nakarada, Asking Questions by Rafael Krux....2020-06-1808 min

On The Left Side: The Funny Football ShowFootball joins the #BlackLivesMatter protestsWith 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...2020-06-1108 min

On The Left Side: The Funny Football ShowFootball's Coming BackFootball 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...2020-06-0409 min

On The Left Side: The Funny Football ShowYNWA VS YMCA VS MUFCJurgen 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...2020-05-2810 min

On The Left Side: The Funny Football ShowFootball returns in Germany & Vote Redknapp for PMThe 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...2020-05-2211 min

On The Left Side: The Funny Football ShowAn interview with the brains behind The Offensive PodcastThis 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 F...2020-05-1619 min

On The Left Side: The Funny Football ShowI miss footballIt's been so long since football happened that we envisage a future without it. And while some footballers are talking sense, some are singing rubbish. On The Left Side is written and produced by Ant McGinley & Jim Salveson. The theme music was written and performed by Katalina Kicks. This episode also features the following music under Creative Commons 3.0 license: Just Another Day, Lonely fool by Steffen Daum, Nightmare by Rafael Krux, I miss football by Craic Boi. With thanks to 2 Unlimited Follow @ontheleftside @antmcginley @Mr_jimbob on twitter @ontheleftsidepod on Instagram 2020-05-0709 min

On The Left Side: The Funny Football ShowPhil Neville to Newcastle? And the morality of Richard KeysAmy sits in the satire chair this week as we remember how much England Women's Boss Phil Neville enjoys made-up sports like Table Tennis Basketball. Could he leave the Lionesses to become the new gaffer at Newcastle? What would hairy hands Richard Keys say about that? Plus which members of the Tory party would play where in your team? Meanwhile, Luton Town have taken drastic action to sack their manager over his recent performances. Which seems slightly unfair given the circumstances... On The Left Side is written and produced by Ant McGinley & Jim Salveson, with additional voices from Ciaran Saward...2020-04-3007 min

On The Left Side: The Funny Football ShowCheap Transfers, Footballing Potatoes and Spanish with AgueroIt's been a month since any football happened in the UK and people are starting to get seriously worried about the impact all this will have on the sport, and things like transfers and in turn - potatoes. But Graeme Souness has a warning about your trousers if you're looking to splash the cash. And if you're looking for cash, and indeed accountants, maybe you could learn Spanish with a Premier League star. On The Left Side is written and produced by Ant McGinley & Jim Salveson, with additional voices from Ciaran Saward. The theme music was written and performed by...2020-04-2309 min

On The Left Side: The Funny Football ShowPancakes, Pogba and a Premier League HospitalBernardo Silva is in trouble with twitter again after a video of him tossing a chocolate banana pancake causes controversy, but it's all just symptomatic of the no football world we find ourselves in. Meanwhile, some footballers chip in to help the NHS, but what if they just built a new hospital? And Paul Pogba finally gets the chance to have a pop back at... erm, you know.. that guy.. the one that... I think he used to play... The angry one... Nevermind, Paul doesn't know either. On The Left Side is written and produced by Ant McGinley & Jim Salveson...2020-04-1612 min

On The Left Side: The Funny Football ShowPaycuts, Belarus and Kyle Walker in troubleThis episode contains a few swear words as the frustration of no football starts to take hold, combined with what Jim is calling the Belarus diet. The Government ask Footballers to take a paycut while Liverpool and Spurs go cap in hand because they are obviously so poor, and Piers Morgan speaks sense. On The Left Side is written and produced by Ant McGinley & Jim Salveson, with additional voices from Ciaran Saward, and Ben Nickless. The theme music was written and performed by Katalina Kicks. This episode also features the following music under Creative Commons 3.0 license: Groovin by Brian Boyko...2020-04-0912 min

On The Left Side: The Funny Football ShowWith football in Lockdown, commentators go wild with boredomAs the coronavirus continues to shut down normal life, we are slowly adapting to a world without football. But with no games to play, football stars are resorting to telling people to stay at home, while commentators such as Clive Tyldsley and Nick Heath are commentating on everyday life. Could this be the future of the beautiful game? On The Left Side is written and produced by Ant McGinley & Jim Salveson, with additional voices from Ciaran Saward, and Luke McKinnon as the baby. The theme music was written and performed by Katalina Kicks. This episode also features the following music...2020-04-0209 min

On The Left Side: The Funny Football Show#StayAtHomeChallenge and The Wembley LasagneThis week we found out who had been buying up all the worlds toilet rolls, and what happens when you ask a super computer who will win the Premier League, if it ever resumes. And while that may be behind closed doors, at least the FA have plans to stop us going hungry. Or do they? On The Left Side is written and produced by Ant McGinley & Jim Salveson, with additional voices from Ciaran Saward. Theme music written and performed by Katalina Kicks. This episode also features edits of Nightmare and Ghost Town by Rafael Krux, under creative commons license 3.0...2020-03-2611 min

On The Left Side: The Funny Football ShowFootball goes viral as everything stops for the PandemicJust as Liverpool were on the verge of a runaway Premier League Victory, all football has stopped because of COVID-19. And it means there's also no sport on TV or radio which is causing problems for some outlets, and there are some creative solutions being offered for what to do instead, everything from E-sports to Guinea Pigs. Now go wash your hands. On The Left Side is written and produced by Ant McGinley and Jim Salveson. Follow us on social media @ontheleftside on twitter and @ontheleftsidepod on instagram Thanks to Katalina Kicks for the theme tune and Kevin Macleod for bi...2020-03-1907 min

On The Left Side: The Funny Football ShowCoronavirus hits footballHand gel, Violins, and Roy Keane tackles - it's another episode of the funny football show. Now please wash your hands. Follow us on Twitter for even more football funny @OnTheLeftSide. On The Left Side is written by Ant McGinley and Jim Salveson, and this episode was produced in Manchester. The theme music and is written and performed by Katalina Kicks and appears with their kind permission. Additional music used under creative commons license including Asking Questions 2020-03-1208 min

On The Left Side: The Funny Football ShowManchester City's fashion faux pas & Big Sam's Bigger Ego!This weeks On The Left Side starts with a Manchester City's headline-grabbing antics but not for the reason you might think. It also takes on Liverpool's Premier League "slip" DESPITE having the quote "Best defender in the World" on the pitch and wonders if anyone thinks as much of Big Sam Allardyce as Big Sam Allardyce. Follow us on Twitter for even more football funny @OnTheLeftSide. On The Left Side is written by Ant McGinley and Jim Salveson, and this episode was produced in Manchester. The theme music and is written and performed by Katalina Kicks and appears with their...2020-03-0409 min

On The Left Side: The Funny Football ShowA letter to Klopp and a Stairway to JoseIt's a manager special with Mourinho not making any sense, Steve Bruce being awfully confused by his breakfast, and Jurgen Klopp proving to be the nicest manager, if not human being in the premier league. On The Left Side is written by Ant McGinley and Jim Salveson, and this episode was produced in Manchester. The theme music and is written and performed by Katalina Kicks and appears with their kind permission. Follow us on twitter @ontheleftside and Instagram @ontheleftsidepod 2020-02-2708 min

On The Left Side: The Funny Football ShowUEFA catch Man City cheating on Valentines DayFrank Lampard got a big new signing this week in Ziyech, but there was no flowers or Chocolate at the Etihad as Pep Guardiola was presented with a 2 year ban from the champions league. But once again Jose managed to make it all about him. On The Left Side is written by Ant McGinley and Jim Salveson, and this episode was produced in Manchester. The theme music and is written and performed by Katalina Kicks and appears with their kind permission. Other music appears under creative commons 3.0 license including: Asking Questions by Rafael Krux Follow us on twitter @ontheleftside and...2020-02-2007 min

On The Left Side: The Funny Football ShowSlaven Bilic smells and we apologise to everyoneStorm Ciara may have put a stop to Man City in the premier league, but couldn't stop Paul Merson who still doesn't seem to have a clue about football. Meanwhile, is the secret to the Baggies success this season their manager's Nostrils? From West Brom, we go to West Ham as the Davids demand an apology from Sky, as social media demands one from Dele Alli, and we get ahead of the game by apologising for everything. In a song... It's all in the latest episode of football funny written and produced by Ant McGinley and Jim Salveson in Manchester...2020-02-1312 min

On The Left Side: The Funny Football ShowUnited turn to China, Ole looks on the bright side and VAR makes sense at lastTransfer deadline day saw one of the most drawn-out transfers in Bruno Fernandes AND one of the most surprising in Odion Igahlo go to Man Utd. But is it all just part of a cunning plan to deny Liverpool the League title? And while Ole gets optimistic, over in Spain, there's a V.A.R. first... On The Left Side is written by Ant McGinley and Jim Salveson, and this episode was produced in Manchester. The theme music and is written and performed by Katalina Kicks and appears with their kind permission. Other music appears under creative commons 3.0 license including...2020-02-0608 min

On The Left Side: The Funny Football ShowKlopp is on Holiday, Woodward is in songs and Pennant is off the TVIt's often said that a team is 'on the beach' when they have nothing left to play for, and going off what Jurgen Klopp said this week, he is already there and as Liverpool are 19 points clear, who can blame him? Elsewhere things are on the up at Man Utd, unless your name is Ed Woodward. Still, it's nice to have a song sung about you, isn't it? On The Left Side is written by Ant McGinley and Jim Salveson, and this episode was produced in Manchester. Extra voices in this episode from Ciaran Saward. Please send legal papers for h...2020-01-3009 min

On The Left Side: The Funny Football ShowFootball x10, Liverpool +16 & Oxford City -1Phil Neville, Rob Green, Jamie Carragher and Roy Keane have very different approaches to mathematics. Finn Tapp has a very different definition of being in a relationship. And have Liverpool got a different idea of what it takes to win the league? On The Left Side is written by Ant McGinley and Jim Salveson, and this episode was produced in Manchester. The theme music and is written and performed by Katalina Kicks and appears with their kind permission. Other music appears under creative commons 3.0 license including: Comic Game Loop by Kevin MacLeod & Groovin by Aleksandra Nakrada. Follow us on twitter...2020-01-2309 min

On The Left Side: The Funny Football ShowAguero breaks records, and Sean Dyche reads a very special bedtime story...Things are really hotting up at the minute. Not on the pitch or in the race for titles, but off the pitch where managers and players alike find themselves caught up in a scandal, so much that we had enough to do a special 'Uncovered' episode. However, it's still suitable for work. Unless you work in a religious establishment or nursery school. On The Left Side is written by Ant McGinley and Jim Salveson, and this episode was produced in Manchester. The theme music and is written and performed by Katalina Kicks and appears with their kind permission. Other music...2020-01-1608 min

On The Left Side: The Funny Football ShowBalls, Tactics and Carry On GoalkeepingIt looks like Mourinho is back to being good old Jose, while Duncan Ferguson has a brand new role at Everton, and a certain goalkeeper is causing the BBC pronunciation department some confusion. On The Left Side is written and produced by Ant McGinley and Jim Salveson in Manchester, UK. Additional voices in this episode come from John Walker, and Ciaran Saward, Andy May The theme tune is written and performed by Katalina Kicks and appears with their kind permission. Other incidental music written and performed by Ant McGinley, or appears under Creative Commons 3.0 All SFX produced in house and s...2020-01-0909 min

On The Left Side: The Funny Football ShowMoyes wins, Amazon Prime football and commentating injuriesWe made it through the silly season to the future and with Amazon stepping into the football arena, we wonder what might happen if Jeremy Clarkson joins the commentary team. Speaking of commentators, John Acres is back on the show again, and speaking of being back, David Moyes has returned to West Ham with proof he is one of the most winningest managers from a very select group. On The Left Side is written and produced by Ant McGinley and Jim Salveson in Manchester, UK. Additional voices in this episode come from John Walker, John Acres and Ciaran Saward With...2020-01-0309 min

On The Left Side: The Funny Football ShowNew managers, Creative Commentators, and Troy Deeney's mumFootballers don't get Christmas off so neither do we. The silly season continues as BBC commentator John Acres goes all Alan Partridge, while in Scotland, Match of the Day was in danger of becoming Snack of the day... On The Left Side is written by Ant McGinley and Jim Salveson, and this episode was produced in Manchester. The theme music and is written and performed by Katalina Kicks and appears with their kind permission. Other music appears under creative commons 3.0 license Follow us on twitter @ontheleftside and Instagram @ontheleftsidepod 2019-12-2711 min

On The Left Side: The Funny Football ShowPassionate Managers and Misguided MonkeysIt looks like Mikel Arteta and Carlo Ancelotti are well on their way to new jobs at Arsenal and Everton, but they've taken their time sorting it out. In the meantime, they've filled the gaps with passion in the form of a couple of club heroes. Meantime the Italian FA have made a stand against Racism in their own unique way. On The Left Side is written by Ant McGinley and Jim Salveson, and this episode was produced in Manchester. The theme music and is written and performed by Katalina Kicks and appears with their kind permission. Other music appears u...2019-12-1910 min

On The Left Side: The Funny Football ShowSilly Season for Proper Football MenNigel Pearson going to Watford heralds the arrival of the silly season and the return of the likes of what Tim Sherwood calls PROPER FOOTBALL MEN, even if those are the same men that dragged your team to the foot of the table. With a guest appearance from a knight of the realm in Sir David Attenborough, we also try and sell you some insurance for you erm, most important family member. On The Left Side is written by Ant McGinley and Jim Salveson, and this episode was produced by them in Manchester. The theme music and is written and...2019-12-1213 min

On The Left Side: The Funny Football ShowGomez vs Sterling & Keane vs RiceEngland qualified for Euro 2020 but all eyes were on the canteen after an unexpected and slightly unbalanced fight broke out between Joe Gomez and Raheem Sterling. Elsewhere, Roy Keane was, as usual, trying to pick a fight with anyone he could see and this week that meant Declan Rice... On The Left Side is written by Ant McGinley and Jim Salveson, and this episode was produced by them in Manchester. The theme music and is written and performed by Katalina Kicks and appears with their kind permission. Other music appears under creative commons 3.0 license. This is handy as Jim learns a...2019-11-2110 min

On The Left Side: The Funny Football ShowSuperstitious Frank, VAR is a 7, and remember the Giant Poppy MascotLiverpool extend their lead at the top of the premier league but instead of focusing on that we look at superstition and ask where Frank Lampard wees? Does Pep Guardiola believe in anything? Who is the next Paul Merson? And is there anything more dignified than a giant poppy mascot? The answer is yes. Yes, there is. On The Left Side is written by Ant McGinley and Jim Salveson, and this episode was produced by them in Northampton and Manchester. Thanks to BBC Sport The theme music and is written and performed by Katalina Kicks and appears with their kind pe...2019-11-1411 min

On The Left Side: The Funny Football ShowFC Brickstand - The worlds greatest plastic football teamWhile Jim is on holiday Ant meets Chris Smith, the mind and hands behind the greatest team in the Buildersliga - FC Brickstand, and rediscovers the joy of a world of football without VAR and all the good bits in a surprisingly family-friendly episode. You can find out more about the team and join the club On The Left Side is written by Ant McGinley and Jim Salveson, and this episode was produced by them in Manchester. The theme music and is written and performed by Katalina Kicks and appears with their kind permission. Other music appears under creative commons 3.0 lic...2019-10-3111 min

On The Left Side: The Funny Football ShowAngry Man United fans, and is VAR ruining football?The Premier League is back and no one is enjoying it. Instead, everyone is getting very angry about a whole load of stuff. Manchester United fans are getting angry at Ed Woodward and his transfer dealings whilst everyone else is getting angry about VAR and how its "Ruining the Game". As normal, Jim is here to cast a sarcastic eye (can an eye be sarcastic?) over all the best news from the weeks football action. If you like what you hear then click subscribe NOW and make sure you leave is a 5* review. Thank you please. On The Left Side is...2019-08-1507 min

On The Left Side: The Funny Football ShowManchester City: Premier League "Associate Champions"As much as Liverpool may try and claim some credit for a Premier League showdown on the last day of the season... the day was Sky Blue and Manchester City claimed the Premier League title for the second season in a row. But it wasn't all doom and gloom on Anfield as Liverpool (and Tottenham) contributed to one of the most dramatic weeks of football we have ever seen... but don't worry, Jim still manages to take the p**s out of both of them... and that's before we even get started on the shambles that is Manchester United...2019-05-1311 min

On The Left Side: The Funny Football ShowThe Value of Sanchez, Angry Rantman and away goals ruleJim is back with less cash than United have after working out how much Alexis Sanchez is costing them, but Solksjaer is optimistic, or maybe just hungry. Also saving money are West Ham fans, just a shame they can't see much. Meanwhile, Chelsea fans were upset even before they lost the Carabao Cup Final and Liverpool fans seem a little confused. -------------------- On The Left Side is written and produced by Ant McGinley and Jim Salveson. If you want to join the team drop us a line to This episode also features vocals from Alex Whiteley The theme tune is wri...2019-02-2509 min

On The Left Side: The Funny Football ShowDeadline day dies, the ghost of Arshavin, and Klopp is snowed underJim bemoans the death of transfer deadline day and gets all nostalgic, while Jurgen sees snow for the first time and we bust out another song... -------------------- On The Left Side is written and produced by Ant McGinley and Jim Salveson. If you want to join the team drop us a line to This episode also features Alex Whiteley of Shrewsbury and Phillip Lanos in Los Angeles. The theme tune is written and performed by Katalina Kicks and appears with their kind permission. This show includes music courtesy of freePD.com licensed Public Domain Dedication. SFX made in-house and from Follow...2019-02-0410 min

On The Left Side: The Funny Football ShowMan United fire Jose, and bring back Ole Gunnar SolskjaerIt may be Christmas Eve but football doesn't ever seem to stop so neither do we. In short, United swopped one of the Premier Leagues most successful managers ever for one of their worst and everyone seemed really happy about it. And there were lots of animal metaphors. We're off to buy presents. Merry Christmas and thanks for listening! Ant & Jim -------------- On The Left Side is written and produced by Ant McGinley and Jim Salveson. If you want to join the team drop us a line to The theme tune is written and performed by Katalina Kicks and appears wit...2018-12-2408 min

On The Left Side: The Funny Football Show#TogetherForLeicesterThis week the football world mourned the man who enabled the ultimate fairytale to come true with Leicester City. Yet still there are few who can pronounce his name correctly, Jim not being one of them. While football showed a rare period of unity following the accident, some teams carried on as normal - like Spurs who still have no idea when they can move into the new house and Jose Mourinho who became even less positive than we've gotten used to. --------------------------------------------------------- On The Left Side is written and produced by Ant McGinley and Jim Salveson. If you want to...2018-11-0510 min

Inner Circle: The Circle PodcastThe Circle is CompleteSPOILER ALERT!!! Kate/Alex is the winner of both the game and the public vote! Ant and Jim discuss how and why she/he managed to win it and also what could be in store for season 2 now that we know it's going to be on Netflix! Inner Circle features and is produced by Ant McGinley and Jim Salveson. If you want to tweet about us do so @TheCirclePod The theme tune by Kevin Macleod - Bit Bit Loop appears under creative commons 1.0, thanks to www.freepd.com You can also f...2018-10-0900 min

Inner Circle: The Circle PodcastDorito stickers, iHorses and Precious is blockedAnother one bites the dust as Precious is blocked, mostly because of her fight with Sian. But the other big talking points from tonight included what brand of crisps Sian was eating, and when Apple will be releasing their new iHorse. Inner Circle features and is produced by Ant McGinley and Jim Salveson. If you want to tweet about us do so @TheCirclePod The theme tune by Kevin Macleod - Bit Bit Loop appears under creative commons 1.0, thanks to www.freepd.com You can also follow Ant @antmanlovesyou and Jim @Mr_Jimbob on...2018-10-0500 min

Inner Circle: The Circle PodcastDan sees red flags and Sian vs PreciousPoor Dan has had his eyes opened to catfish but surely he still won't be blind to KATE, Harry seems to be figuring everyone out and it all kicks off between Sian and Precious. Inner Circle features and is produced by Ant McGinley and Jim Salveson. If you want to tweet about us do so @TheCirclePod The theme tune by Kevin Macleod - Bit Bit Loop appears under creative commons 1.0, thanks to www.freepd.com You can also follow Ant @antmanlovesyou and Jim @Mr_Jimbob on Twitter 2018-10-0400 min

Inner Circle: The Circle PodcastDan meets his catfishWe're down to just 7 and it's starting to get hot in The Circle, as Scotty and Precious get their flirt on. We also ask if you grow extra feet when you're on TV? Do you know your NGL from your WTF? And what the hell is Dan gonna do now he's met the real Mairead? We don't think he'll be grabbing her by the hair in the kitchen... Inner Circle features and is produced by Ant McGinley and Jim Salveson. If you want to tweet about us do so @TheCirclePod The theme tune by Kevin...2018-10-0300 min

Inner Circle: The Circle PodcastPsychic Kathy leaves Ryan to talk to us exclusivelyAnt explains The Secret to Jim, and we also look at what the other contestants have been reading. Jim asks if you predict the future by studying somebody's bowel movements and if Dan is the most gullible person ever. Plus we sum up the chances of the final contestants to enter this series of the Circle Harry and Precious. #Cathfished Contains occasional strong language and the sound of Ants nephew crying in the background. But that might be Cathy's fault... Inner Circle features and is produced by Ant McGinley and Jim Salveson. If...2018-10-0200 min

Inner Circle: The Circle PodcastIs Kate real? Is Ryan going? Is Fiji a catfish? And what was Scotty doing with those dominoes?Have they accidentally given the game away with the time delay and shown Ryan is out? Does nobody know how to play dominoes anymore? And have we all been catfished by a turtle? Inner Circle features and is produced by Ant McGinley and Jim Salveson. If you want to tweet about us do so @TheCirclePod The theme tune by Kevin Macleod - Bit Bit Loop appears under creative commons 1.0, thanks to www.freepd.com You can also follow Ant @antmanlovesyou and Jim @Mr_Jimbob on Twitter 2018-10-0100 min

Inner Circle: The Circle PodcastGenelle leaves, Hannah gets blocked, and a new Catfish goes inWe react to the blocking of Hannah, the arrival of the contestant who no one can say the name of, and the surprise exit of Genelle, plus we speak to someone who went through the process of being a contestant on the show. You can find out more about tonights guest on twitter @lisaleedark and google "Lisa Lee Dark" to learn more about her work and campaigning for the intersex condition. Inner Circle features and is produced by Ant McGinley and Jim Salveson. If you want to tweet about us do so @TheCirclePod ...2018-09-2900 min

Inner Circle: The Circle PodcastFreddie trolls Kate, Scotty is a liar and Dan loses his cool, againAfter another heated episode, we discuss if we can now see Cathy, if bald heads can ruin your dating score, are we all now reading our messages out loud and we pitch a new perfume - The Smell of The Circle. Inner Circle features and is produced by Ant McGinley and Jim Salveson. If you want to tweet about us do so @TheCirclePod The theme tune by Kevin Macleod - Bit Bit Loop appears under creative commons 1.0, thanks to www.freepd.com You can also follow Ant @antmanlovesyou and Jim @Mr_Jimbob on Twit...2018-09-2800 min

Inner Circle: The Circle PodcastScotty turns it on, Dan and Ryan kick offJim got very annoyed tonight with the length of hashtags, they discuss how the art of flirting has changed, when they last heard the word chick AND HOW TYPING IT CAPITALS CAN ONLY MEAN ONE THING! Warning: This episode contains mild nudity Inner Circle features and is produced by Ant McGinley and Jim Salveson. If you want to tweet about us do so @TheCirclePod The theme tune by Kevin Macleod - Bit Bit Loop appears under creative commons 1.0, thanks to www.freepd.com You can also follow Ant @antmanlovesyou and Jim @M...2018-09-2700 min

Inner Circle: The Circle PodcastScotty and Hannah enter the circleToday we talk with clinical psychologist Dr Jo Porter about the effects all the lives and social isolation might be having on the contestants, and we ask if co-host Jim is more psychic than Ryan... Inner Circle features and is produced by Ant McGinley and Jim Salveson. If you want to tweet about us do so @TheCirclePod The theme tune by Kevin Macleod - Bit Bit Loop appears under creative commons 1.0, thanks to www.freepd.com You can also follow Ant @antmanlovesyou and Jim @Mr_Jimbob on Twitter 2018-09-2600 min

Inner Circle: The Circle PodcastAiden & Christopher/Sinead get blocked, while Dan takes the leadThis episode contains some strong language. Unless you're a sailor. And then it's probably fine. After a gamechanger of an episode, we're joined by comedian Colin Leggo as we decompress and deal with the double blocking. In the process we discuss if taking your clothes off the best way to celebrate, just how old is too old to own a colouring book, and we may have stumbled upon the reason why Freddie is so loud. It's all in the latest unofficial review of The Circle. You can follow our guest @ColinLeggo and find out about h...2018-09-2500 min

On The Left Side: The Funny Football ShowCOYS vs COWS & is Pochettino the new Mourinho? Headline writers went into overdrive this week with Young Boys and Cows. Meanwhile, Jim spots a gap in the market sets himself up as a milk dealer for the likes of Paul Pogba, who once again found himself subject of a Graeme Souness rant. And we are thankful that the Tottenham manager is not in charge of laying train tracks. On The Left Side is written and produced by Ant McGinley and Jim Salveson. If you want to join the team drop us a line to The theme tune is written and performed by Katalina Kicks and appears with their ki...2018-09-2408 min

Inner Circle: The Circle PodcastAiden has 3 little words for Mitchell, Kate and Alex get rumbled, and Enter RyanIt's been a busy couple of days and some masks have started to slip. As well as asking the important questions like could this be the end of Kate's popularity, we also look at other things like what everybody is eating, who's secretly sponsoring the show, and how come Freddie's scream can be heard in space but not next door???? We also accidentally pitch a new show to Channel 4 featuring Donald Trump. All in the latest unofficial review of The Circle. Inner Circle features and is produced by Ant McGinley and Jim Salveson. If you want to...2018-09-2400 min

Inner Circle: The Circle PodcastFriday Night Preview and Some "Player" AnalysisWe're 4 days into The Circle, Channel 4's new reality TV show, and a LOT has gone one. Catfishing, Blockings, Catfishing, Flirting, Catfishing and lots of OMG's. Ant and Jim are taking some time out to review what's happened so far and work out who is #winning the game so far. Inner Circle features and is produced by Ant McGinley and Jim Salveson. If you want to tweet about us do so @TheCirclePod The theme tune by Kevin Macleod - Bit Bit Loop appears under creative commons 1.0, thanks to www.freepd.com Y...2018-09-2100 min

Inner Circle: The Circle PodcastIs Alex actually Kate, your sex life in movies, and Sinead joins the houseToday we found out who Jennifer went to meet on her way home, Dan showed he's got some scarily good intuition, Sian wants to be a vegan, Aiden doesnt seem to know any movies or indeed games, and there's a new catfish in the Circle... Inner Circle features and is produced by Ant McGinley and Jim Salveson. If you want to tweet about us do so @TheCirclePod The theme tune by Kevin Macleod - Bit Bit Loop appears under creative commons 1.0, thanks to www.freepd.com You can find out more about today's g...2018-09-2100 min

Inner Circle: The Circle PodcastJennifer gets blocked, Dan lies, and Blue Tick PicsTwo shows in and already we've lost a contestant! We react to Jennifer getting blocked, and wonder if Dan is on shaky ground now that he's admitted to lying. Meanwhile Kate or Not Kate Alex is scarily good at doing just that. But who will Jennifer choose to meet and WHO will replace her???? Comedian Hayley Ellis joins Ant and Jim as they react to everything that happened in the show in just 15 minutes. Inner Circle features and is produced by Ant McGinley and Jim Salveson. If you want to tweet about us do so @TheCirclePod 2018-09-2000 min

Inner Circle: The Circle PodcastThe first contestants join The CircleSo it's finally here and we've got to not only meet the first players in the game, but also learn a little about them and who they want to be. We pick out some early contenders to win, a few scenarios we think might happen, and watching the show with us is tonights special guest - BB6 runner up Eugene Sully. Inner Circle features and is produced by Ant McGinley and Jim Salveson. If you want to tweet about us do so @TheCirclePod The theme tune by Kevin Macleod - Bit Bit Loop appears under...2018-09-1900 min

Inner Circle: The Circle PodcastWhat will happen in the first episode of The Circle?It's almost time to reveal what the Circle is all about, and in this first full episode of the show Ant and Jim look at everything we know so far, and a lot of what we don't know. Jim also examines Ant's love life and adventures in reality TV. Inner Circle features and is produced by Ant McGinley and Jim Salveson. The theme tune by Kevin Macleod - Bit Bit Loop appears under creative commons 1.0, thanks to www.freepd.com You can also follow Ant @antmanlovesyou and Jim @Mr_Jimbob on Twitter 2018-09-1700 min

Inner Circle: The Circle PodcastWhat is The Circle?'The Circle' hits UK screens on Tuesday 18th September 2018 and is a reality TV show that tracks real people and their popularity on a social network engineered for the programme. You've seen the trailer, now hear the podcast dedicated to the show! Every night after the broadcast, Ant and Jim will upload a new episode about everything that just happened, with the help from some special guests and you as you watch at home. Join in the conversation by tweeting @TheCirclePod Inner Circle is written and produced by Ant McGinley and Jim Salveson and features Public Domain m...2018-09-1500 min

On The Left Side: The Funny Football ShowEngland strong without Sterling and Footballs NEW Spiritual LeaderOn the latest funny football podcast, we bemoan the international break as the Premier League takes a (well earned) rest in favour of some friendly games that no one cares about some important Nations League qualifiers... which no one cares about. Seriously, even the players can't be bothered with Raheem Sterling and Adam Lallana declaring themselves unfit to play. Still, at least we've got Danny Welbeck eh? Jim is back and tackling all the big footballing issues and with the help of former Welsh striker Robbie Earnshaw, answering some of the BIG questions too. On The Left Side is written...2018-09-0506 min

On The Left Side: The Funny Football ShowCourtois goes shopping, transfer deadline day and the worlds worst mascotSo 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 ki...2018-08-0904 min

On The Left Side: The Funny Football ShowIt's Not Coming HomeA 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 Sc...2018-07-1306 min

On The Left Side: The Funny Football ShowEngland Win Football but Lose Face!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 ki...2018-07-1005 min

On The Left Side: The Funny Football Show5 Reasons England Will Win The World CupNot 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...2018-07-0307 min

On The Left Side: The Funny Football ShowClap your hands for Kompany, Pep's Socks and Danny DyerSo 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...2018-04-1909 min

On The Left Side: The Funny Football ShowPoor Panels, Rubbish Referees and S is for SunderlandSo 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...2018-04-1609 min

On The Left Side: The Funny Football ShowRonaldo the one man team and YOU'RE asked to join #TeamIceland!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...2018-04-0411 min

On The Left Side: The Funny Football ShowBolt, Benches, and Women United, with BBC 5 Live's Dotun AdebayoThe 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. Pu...2018-04-0210 min

On The Left Side: The Funny Football ShowGet behind England, pay Russia & goodbye ZlatanWith 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. 2018-03-2909 min

On The Left Side: The Funny Football ShowPassion, part time jobs, and bad decisionsThis 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 Ka...2018-03-2609 min

On The Left Side: The Funny Football ShowVAR chaos, Snow chaos and mistaken identityWe 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...2018-03-0509 min

On The Left Side: The Funny Football ShowPNev explains those tweets, and Jose gets juicyWho wants to be Phil Neville? We spot a weakness in his skill set as he again proves his inability to count, but he tries to dig himself out of a hole with some impressive claims. Claims that sound much better than the sexist comments on his twitter feed. Speaking of feeding, Mourinho has the munchies and is hungry for a bite of Alexis’ orange. We think. Actually, we’re not sure what Jose is on about. On The Left Side is written and produced by Ant McGinley and Jim Salveson. Really. Ant actually wrote some funny bits this time. If y...2018-02-0108 min

On The Left Side: The Funny Football ShowWengers Wallet, Lazy Jose, and crossing the line with LivermoreWe look at some of the biggest surprises in the football rollercoaster that is the transfer window, find out the secrets of Arsenal's finances, discover a player guaranteed to get you maximum points on scrabble, play classical music alongside football chants, cast our minds back to the time that Real Madrid wanted Alan Pardew, and learn that Mourinho isn’t going anywhere, if only because he can’t be bothered. Also getting a mention in this show: Falkirk, West Ham, Chelsea, David Beckham and Posh Spice (sorry), Andy Carroll, The Lowry Hotel, Alan Partridge, and Jim's crappy house. On The Left...2018-01-0810 min

On The Left Side: The Funny Football ShowAllardyce on his way, Lukaka on target Have Everton just had their most important game EVER? Martin Keown thinks so. Big Sam has turned up to save everyone but it looks like he’s not got much to be worried about, so host Jim offers some tips if he goes out clubbing to celebrate. Lukaku is back on target but unfortunately for one Brighton defender it’s not on goal, and though Jose Mourinho seems to get his way again, surely even he can't get away with smoking at a game, even if it is a cigar. On The Left Side is written and produced by Ant McGinley a...2017-11-3010 min

On The Left Side: The Funny Football ShowThe World's Greatest Football ManagerDavid Moyes is in, Slaven Bilic is out, and Arsene Wenger is angry. Most managers retire by the time they reach their early seventies, but in this episode, we meet a man who kept going and went on to break all records. Seb Keenan speaks to Jim about winning the Champions League no less than seven times in a row, in the future. On The Left Side is written and produced by Ant McGinley and Jim Salveson for Abrupt Audio. 2017-11-0909 min

On The Left Side: The Funny Football ShowSimon Sacked in Sunderland ShamblesThere's some good news for everyone who isn't a Sunderland fan, and even good news for sacked manager Simon Grayson. Mick Mcarthy makes us laugh but Roy Keane will probably never be happy. Same goes for Jim if you trample his flowers. He might get angry enough to get on a London Fan TV Channel... On The Left Side is written and produced by Ant McGinley and Jim Salveson for Abrupt Audio. Incidental music and SFX courtesy of freesfx.co.uk. Theme tune "National Hero" is written and performed by Katalina Kicks and appears with their kind permission.2017-11-0607 min

On The Left Side: The Funny Football ShowSnake-SpeareThere’s dancing in the streets of Newcastle and Leicester and in Leicester as someone gives up, some one storms out, and someone is kicked out. It all means one club has a lost a snake and gained a horse, while another has a Torpedo but no commentator. And it all really happened in the last few days. On The Left Side is written and produced 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. Incidental SFX and music courtesy of freesfx.co.uk...2017-10-1908 min

On The Left Side: The Funny Football ShowGenetics, Egyptians, Hobbits and TeletubbiesIt would seem qualifying for the world cup is still exciting in some places, and one commentator seems to be more interested in finding his mate. Jim reads an exciting UN report, and opens a window onto the celebrations of Egyptian fans, and into the mind of Gordon Strachan. Plus we create our own sound effect, and envision a footballing / kids tv cross over On The Left Side is Written and Produced by Ant McGinley and Jim Salveson for Abrupt Audio. The theme tune "National Hero" is written,recorded and performed by Katalina Kicks and appears with their kind permission. Ot...2017-10-1206 min

On The Left Side: The Funny Football ShowSanchez StaysWell... it looks like Alexis Sanchez is sticking around in North London for a little while longer. That, and a whole host of failed transfers made Deadline Day a bit of a damp squib didn't it? But it was still sooo much more exciting then England vs Malta. All that is covered off in this weeks OTLS along with a bit of chaos at West Ham too! Enjoy! The clock is ticking! Not only on this years summer transfer window but also on the shelf life of the gags in this mid-week episode. Jim is back and casting a cynical...2017-09-0308 min

On The Left Side: The Funny Football ShowClock Is TickingThe clock is ticking! Not only on this years summer transfer window but also on the shelf life of the gags in this mid-week episode. Jim is back and casting a cynical and sarcastic eye over the futures of Philip Courtino, The Ox, Diego Costa and loads more as everyone gets very excited about footballs very own Eastender-esq drama. Enjoy. #PhilipCourtino #Barcalona #JurgenKlopp #Liverpool #Courtino #GameOfThrones #RoyKeane #ROI #Arsenal #GaryNeville #WengerOut #ArsenalFanTV #TheOx #RaheemStirling #alexis Sanchez #ManchesterCity #MCFC #Arsenal On The Left Side is written and produced by Ant McGinley and Jim Salveson for Abrupt Audio. The OTLS theme tune...2017-08-3007 min

On The Left Side: The Funny Football ShowTaking The PissJim is off enjoying himself and so Ant is left holding the football-shaped baby for show 306. This week we kick back and enjoy some time off, get a bit sweary with the powers-that-be & wonder if there is ANYTHING Ronaldo wont put his name too? #Ronaldo #CR7 #ManUnited #MUFC #PhilJones #DrugsTest #Sturridge #RaheemStirling #Football #PremierLeague #Egyptian_Steel #EgyptianSteel On The Left Side is written and produced by Ant McGinley and Jim Salveson for Abrupt Audio. The OTLS theme tune is by Katalina. Additional music from www.bensound.com and SFX supplied by freesfx.co.uk.2017-08-2904 min

On The Left Side: The Funny Football ShowHere's JonnyIf you hadn't noticed by now the world of Football Transfers has gone loco. This weeks dose of football funny may well be the tipping point that sends us all over the edge. Over the next 8mins Jim is going to tackle the ridiculousness of Jonny Evans to Manchester City, the craziness of Usain Bolt to anywhere and the tightfistedness of Newcastle United owner Mike Ashley. Enjoy the podcast and don't forget to SUBSCRIBE now. #ManchesterCity #JonnyEvans #WestBrom #WBA #MCFC #UsainBolt #NewcastleUnited #Magpies #MikeAshley #RafaBenitez #Benitez #LightningBolt #Football #Podcast #PremierLeague #BettingTips On The Left Side is written and produced by...2017-08-2007 min

On The Left Side: The Funny Football ShowInquisitionAs we sweat through our football kits we keep you up to date with all the stupid summer soccer stories with a shorter dose of football funny. This week, Ant looks at some of madness surrounding next seasons kits, and though Jim is off on holiday this week, Morgan Freeman is back on the show. #MorganFreeman #Ronaldo #CR7 #ManUtd #RealMadrid #Sunderland #BirminghamCity #ManCity #NothingWithoutYou #Nolito #Forbes #vimto #Garethsouthgate #Johnstones #newkits #Football #clubshop #merchandise On The Left Side is written and produced by Ant McGinley and Jim Salveson OTLS theme tune courtesy of Katalina Kicks Incidental music courtesy of bensound.com...2017-06-1906 min

On The Left Side: The Funny Football ShowIronicA bumper episode this week with rants about racism, mental health and sexism. Then we all chill out a bit as Jim chats to a nice lovely bearded vegan, then it get's stressful again as we're probably going to get sued by Alanis Morissette. #Spurs #THFC #ABBA #PenaltyShootOut #Racism #FIFA #ArsenalFanTV #GarthCrooks #Muntari #ItalianFootball #BTSport #Hipster #Chorlton&WestDisburyFC #Mirror #DeniseBueno #Brazil #EqualRights #Berbatov #AaronLennon #MentalHealth #AlanPardew #AlanisMorissette #Ironic On The Left Side is written and produced by Ant McGinley and Jim Salveson for Abrupt Audio. Thanks to Katalina Kicks who are currently on tour for providing our theme tune and...2017-05-0820 min

On The Left Side: The Funny Football ShowTerry's MumHello. Thanks for checking out the latest dose of satirical football words from the minds on On The Left Side. This week we see relegations and sackings as the football season reaches the pointy end, get pretty disappointed by the Manchester Derby and witness the greatest footballer tribute EVER. Plus… Jim gets very excited about El Classico, but not nearly as excited as Ray Hudson. If you haven’t already, the please subscribe to this show NOW so you get the next episode FAST and FREE. Now, enjoy the show. #ElClassico #ManchesterDerby #MCFC #MUFC #Barca #Messi #RealMadrid #RayHudson #JeffStelling #Hartlepool #Ague...2017-04-3017 min

On The Left Side: The Funny Football ShowSon-in-LawsLinguistic trouble all round this week as Tony Adams confuses Paul Merson with his latest career mood, Ronald Koeman has no inner monologue when speaking about life on Liverpool, and Jim struggles to understand Carra. And who exactly is Wenger talking about when he says "the fans." All that plus some novel advertising both in Brazil and at the end of the show. #TonyAdams #PaulMerson #RonaldKoeman #Liverpool #Carra #Wenger #Fans #Brazil On The Left Side is written and produced by Ant McGinley and Jim Salveson for Abrupt Audio. Find more shows like this at www.abruptaudio.com All sound effects...2017-04-1716 min

On The Left Side: The Funny Football ShowOh Arrr YaWho's driving Rooney to drink? And who could be causing chaos in the skies? Plus there's a troublemaker at Man Utd, and it's not because Jose won't pass the condiments, why watching football could help you pass your GCSE maths, and we ask if your host Jim can manage to say "Big Job" without sniggering? #Rooney #Southgate #Allardyce #DailyMail #Wedding #Wazza #WayneRooney #JurgenKlopp #Supermario #Ballotelli #England #OllyMurs #DonaldTrump #GeordieShore #NUFC #NewcastleUnited On The Left Side is a Paint Your Headphones production for Abrupt Audio and is written and produced by Ant McGinley and Jim Salveson. The On The Left Side...2016-11-2214 min

On The Left Side: The Funny Football ShowA German TeamThis week the pitfalls of pronounciation leads to Jim laying down another track; we use the pen of choice for the discerning pie eater; go all trendy teacher and mix maths with football; we grab 40 winks at old trafford; and we are the only people who have audio of what went down with Messi in the tunnel. #Showaddywaddy #Sunderland #DavidMoyes #BorussiaMonchengladbach #Celtic #Redknapp #VictorMoses4England #EPL #Shawinneywinney #ElShaaarawy #Messi #MCFC On The Left Side is a Paint Your Headphones Production for Abrupt Audio, and is written and produced by Jim Salveson and Ant McGinley. Incidental music performed by Wooly. Other...2016-11-0713 min

On The Left Side: The Funny Football ShowTecho-PhootPhil Collins is back, and so are we. But we don't have an embarrasing song in the closet like he does. We do have the inside story on what sounds like a new Italian at Man City, though he better be ready for the fact there's no cat videos to be seen anywhere at the Etihad. We ask which footballer might you be driving, we figure out who's gonna be the next England manager AND we turn the lights down low and get sexy. #MansfieldTown #LCFC #England #GarethSouthgate #PizzaHut #Ranieri #IainDowie #AlanPartridge #Benteke #Legs #ZZTop #Jose #StandUpToCancer On The Left...2016-10-2314 min

On The Left Side: The Funny Football Show12 ToiletsJim brings his domestic problems to the alternative football show this week as we ask answers and give questions like: just how much do you have to get paid to want to win a game? Is the next 007 currently kicking a ball for a living? Why does an ant elope? Is the answer to football success lurking in the mind of a reality TV star? And how easy is it to make a football record? #Football #Soccer #SouthamptonFC #Stormtroopers #Referees #ElSalvador #BushTuckerChallenge #EFL #FAEngland #MarcusRashford #JermaineDefoe #OliverGiroud #007 #Frimpong #TalkSport #YellowCheese On The Left Side is...2016-09-1216 min

On The Left Side: The Funny Football ShowLong & KeenThis week we bemoan that the transfer window isn't what it used to be, but then again neither is porn. We wave goodbye to Charles, before asking who the f*** he is, meet a man who owes the world £240k, and for the second time in 3 weeks Klopp gets his kit off for the camera. Plus Jim shares his favourite tips for fixing your laptop. #Twitter #TripleGlazing #Horny #TransferWindow #JackWilshere #SkySportsNews #AFCBournemouth #EFL #PremierLeague #England #Baywatch #Football #GunnerMustafi #Porn On The Left Side is a Paint Your Headphones production, and is written and performed by Jim Salveson and Ant McGinley. T...2016-09-0513 min

On The Left Side: The Funny Football ShowGo-Pro AnklesJim maybe half cut this week but that won't stop him from sorting out fan finances, helping Arsene with his wardrobe, ranting at the Yanks, or lending his dolly to Ashley Williams. We also ask if Zlatan a robot? Is there going to be a volcanic eruption in Liverpool? And do you really want to watch what's on TV? All that AND a solution to the unemployment crisis. Just another week on the alternative football show. #FridayNightFootball #Flirt #AshleyWilliams #WengerOut #Drunk #NFL #OperationYewtree #JamesBond #Boliva #Terminator #Birth #Everton #MUFC #Zlatan #Pogba #Bromance #Unemployment On The Left Side is a Paint...2016-08-2213 min

On The Left Side: The Funny Football ShowOn My Egg SonThis week we reveal the worst place to keep eggs, the S&M secret of a football commentator, ask if one man's hair can save the EU and get an exclusive preview of the best football album in the world... EVER! All in just 12 minutes of free football funny. #GameOfThrones #Eire #WillGrieg #NorthernIreland #NIR #ROI #Iceland #Euro2016 #RamsayBolton #JamieVardy #LCFC #WayneRooney #RoyHodgson #Eggs #EricDier #Brexit #DB7 #DavidBeckham #MicksMartialArts On The Left Side is written and produced by Jim Salveson and Ant McGinley. On The Left Side is a Paint Your Headphones Production and was recorded in France, Ireland and the...2016-06-2611 min

On The Left Side: The Funny Football ShowGate GateIn another sideways look at football Jim asks: did Mick McArthy ever think anybody would find his dark secret? Which Premier League manager appears to have a fetish for pain threshold? And did an ugly sister try to kill her prince... It's all here in nine minutes of nonsense. For free. Like the free pastry we'll give you if you send all your money to hello@ontheleftside.co.uk *Your pastry may be eaten before being sent to you On The Left Side is a Paint Your Headphones production for Abrupt Audio, and was written and produced...2015-12-0709 min

On The Left Side: The Funny Football ShowRock, Paper, ScissorsJim goes beyond the headlines and results once again and this week suggests some realistic songs for the teams at next years European Championships, Roy Keane tries not to get carried away, unlike Ronaldo who gets his shirt off. A lot. Meanwhile a bunch of teenagers may have stumbled upon an alternative to goal line technology, but it's another alternative that has got Roman Abramovich's goat. Plus Leyton Orient, Penalties, Parlour Games, 2nd Jobs and more first world problems.This episode was recorded in a moderatley expensive hotel with only two types of pillow.On...2015-11-2310 min

On The Left Side: The Funny Football ShowNon-Bio FootballThis week Jim tries to figure out who's responsible for coming up with the latest name for the Championship/Division 1/league football championship manager thing before the Premiership. Or is that Premier League? Meanwhile, managers have been failing at more than football, and are you one of the people who have to rid your internet search history of all references to Wayne Rooney? On The Left Side is a Paint Your Headphones Production, written and performed by Ant McGinley and Jim Salveson. The theme tune "Don't Care" is written and performed by Katalina Kicks, and appears with...2015-11-1607 min