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Are You Not Entertained?AYNE 720 - The Groundsmen's End of Year Conversation (Brought to you by Web3 Sport Ventures)Today the Groundsmen reflect on the last year, indeed the last six, to ask where is the industry of sport. Can it be saved?
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2024-12-051h 09Are You Not Entertained?AYNE 714 - Groundsmen Conversations - Ryan Spoon (Brought to you by Web3 Sport Ventures)The Groundsmen meet Ryan Spoon, President of Yahoo Sport, to discuss everything around sport media and content. How do you run a successful publisher in 2024, from content strategy to monetisation? So educational. Brought to you by Web3 Sports Ventures.
2024-10-241h 00Are You Not Entertained?AYNE 710 - Groundsmen Conversations - Sandford Loudon (Brought to you by Web3 Sport Ventures)The Groundsmen this week meet one of the most interesting and experienced operators in corporate finance. Sandford Loudon of Oakvale gives an exceptionally articulate and erudite overview of the nexus between capital and sport. This is really really good. And we have a very high bar on all this stuff. Brought to you by Web 3 Sports Ventures.
2024-09-261h 05Are You Not Entertained?AYNE 706 - Groundsmen Conversations - John Skipper (Brought to you by Web3 Sport Ventures)The Groundsmen today host the doyen of the sport media sector. John Skipper, most famously of ESPN, talks about why sport explains the world and will always been of true value. Do not miss this one.
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2024-07-251h 06Are You Not Entertained?AYNE 702 - Groundsmen Conversations - Ricardo Fort (Brought to you by Web3 Sport Ventures)The Groundsmen welcome sports sponsorship guru Ricardo Fort to a challenging discussion on the industry and its future. Loads of bouncers at head level.
Olympics, guerilla marketing, ROI reality, and the threats to Association Football.
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2024-06-271h 00Are You Not Entertained?AYNE 637 - Groundsmen Conversations - Jo Redfern (Brought to you by Web3 Sport Ventures)The Groundsmen welcome children’s media and marketing expert Jo Redfern to the show. To discuss how the sportbiz can attract and monetise the new generations, to replace the subscription $ of the over 30s. Brought to you by W3SV.
2024-05-301h 02Are You Not Entertained?AYNE 629 - Groundsmen Conversations - Dana Sinclair (Brought to you by Web3 Sport Ventures)The Groundsmen welcome Dr Dana Sinclair, renowned elite performance psychologist, to discuss her book Dialled In. The mental side of sport and business is now so important and Dr Sinclair helps us understand the pitfalls and opportunities of "delivering" when needed. So much to pick up about that muscle we call the brain. Thanks to Web3 Sports Ventures.
2024-03-2849 minAre You Not Entertained?AYNE 624 - Groundsmen Conversations - Sam Renouf (Brought to you by Web3 Sport Ventures)The Groundsmen meet one of the most impressive of young CEOs in sport. Sam Renouf of the PTO tells us about the progress of triathlon and the T100 in the last 3 years and where to now. Brought to you by Web3 Sports Ventures.
2024-02-2255 minAre You Not Entertained?AYNE 620 - Groundsmen Conversations - Danny Townsend (Brought to you by Web3 Sport Ventures)In our first Groundsmen Conversation of 2024 we are joined by Danny Townsend, the recently appointed CEO of SRJ Sports Investments - the sport and tech fund powered by the Public Investment Fund of Saudi Arabia. A fascinating chat where Danny shares the focus and ambition of the fund to grow participation and interest in sport in the region and internationally and how the sporting landscape in Saudi Arabia is now shaping.
Brought to you be Web3 Sport Ventures.
2024-01-2552 minAre You Not Entertained?AYNE 616 - Groundsmen Conversations - Eddie PepperellEddie Pepperell talks with the Groundsmen in light of John Rahm’s move to LIV Golf. Eddie gives his honest and frank opinion on the state of the PGA, LIV, the powers that be in the world of golf and where the game should perhaps go from here.
2023-12-1459 minAre You Not Entertained?AYNE 609 - Groundsmen Conversations - Tobias JonesThe Groundsmen this week welcome award winning author, Tobias Jones, to discuss fandom and Ultra tribes, Welsh rugby, and Everton FC. Our Englishman in Parma who knows all too well Italy's "dark heart".
2023-10-1953 minAre You Not Entertained?AYNE 604 - Groundsmen ConversationsThe Groundsmen are back to assess a splendid summer of sport amidst the perfect storm for an industry adrift. Clear for all to see.
2023-09-141h 16Are You Not Entertained?AYNE 601 - Groundsmen Conversations - George PyneWe are joined this week by one the most influential investors in the global Sports Industry - George Pyne - Founder of Bruin Capital. With the global economy and the geo-political landscape in a state of flux, we asked George to return as our special guest to give his perspective on where he things the sports industry is headed.
2023-06-081h 05Are You Not Entertained?AYNE 547 - Groundsmen Conversations - Mark WattsWe are joined this week by Mark Watts - founder of Whaivu Holdings. In a career that has spanned 3 decades, Mark has been one of the most successful investors and advisors of his generation - particularly in media and tech. He is now bringing that expertise and experience to focus on the global sports industry. What follows is a fascinating insight into the opportunities and calamities that face sports around the world. Another must-listen show.
2023-05-251h 18
INSIDE AGRI-TURFON A ROLL with Richard Robinson and Gary Barwell (Republished)PODCAST produced on behalf of Autoguide Ltd, first published January 2022 - moved to Inside Agri-Turf channel to centralise all published episodes (May 2023)A familiar sight at cricket grounds around the world, the Auto-Roller manufactured by Autoguide Equipment Ltd, reached its century in 2021.Hand-built by craftsmen at the company's Wiltshire factory, the Auto-Roller is the choice of many leading groundsmen at Test and County grounds for the upkeep and preparation of their playing surface.(0:41) The podcast traces the development of turf machinery used in cricket, starting with the invention of the lawnmower (as we...2023-05-1028 minAre You Not Entertained?AYNE 544 - Groundsmen Conversations - Eddie PepperellThe Groundsmen are joined this week by Eddie Pepperell - one of our most popular repeat guests and a vocal and well liked golfer on the European Tour. The battle for men’s golf continues to rage and we ask Eddie where the game is now and should the powers that be consider coming together to discuss a peace settlement?
2023-04-271h 28
The Bench with Jenna and JonMitchell Pearce | Dealing with pressure, grumpy groundsmen and Vegas dreamsJenna Brooks and Jon Wilkin are joined by Mitchell Pearce on the latest episode of The Bench. The Catalans Dragons stand-off talks about the differences between playing in Super League to NRL and how he deals with pressure and criticism. Plus, Jon reveals his true feelings towards groundsmen and Jenna's hoping for a trip to Las Vegas!2023-04-2540 min
The Ealing CricketerEpisode 28 - I'm A Bad Little PodcasterThe boys are back, and it's very much a preseason feel to this episode. We hear from one of the groundsmen, one of the new overseas players and our new head of women's cricket.2023-04-2238 minAre You Not Entertained?AYNE 543 - Groundsmen Conversations - Michael SpiritoOn the Groundsmen Conversations we are joined by Michael Spirito - Founding Partner of Sapphire Sports - one of the leading Venture Capital investors in the sports industry globally. What follows is a candid and honest conversation about the challenges and opportunities facing founders in the sports, media and tech space and the reality check around valuation, profitability and a remainder that sports is a long term asset class.
2023-04-201h 14
The Football BoothRaingate In Rotherham! | The Football Booth | SEASON 2 | EPISODE 18Send us a textThe fight for survival in the Championship took another strange twist...as did the weather at the New York Stadium as we saw Rotherham's game against Cardiff was abandoned at the beginning of the second half due to a heavy downfall of rain, bringing the match a sudden halt and ultimately brought the fixture to a close. This raised plenty of frustrations from the Cardiff faithful as they were leading Rotherham 1-0 at the time and strongly felt that the groundsmen could have done more in order to allow the game to continue...2023-03-221h 24
View From the NinianThe rain in the UK falls mainly on Rotherham just after half timeWell, what a wet and wild weekend in Rotherham. Cardiff City saw three points washed away in a rainstorm of biblical proportions. We talk about the groundsmen, the lack of weather forecasting, and what happens next.We also talk Cardiff's point against West Brom and look ahead to the international break. Get 15% off Terrace Badger merch with code VFTN15 - www.terracebadger.com--- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/view-from-the-ninian/message Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices...2023-03-2053 minAre You Not Entertained?AYNE 539 - Groundsmen Conversations - Elliot RichardsonOn The Groundsmen Conversations we were joined by one of the most influential figures in sport and finance - Elliot Richardson. Co-Founder of Dugout that merged with One Football, Co-Chairman of Howden Tiger and lifelong Arsenal fan - Elliot chats to Roger and Giles about the world of sport, insurance, finance and risk - and the future commercial model for sport. This is a must-listen show from one of the most vocal and engaging guests at the inaugural Sports Summit Como in 2022.
2023-03-161h 17Are You Not Entertained?AYNE 537 - Groundsmen Conversations - Joe MarkowskiThe Groundsmen sit down with the DAZN USA CEO, Joe Markowski, to discuss the future of sport and the future of DAZN.
2023-03-021h 09
Dmitry Lipinskiy's Business HatsEp.7- How to create the perfect roofing sales presentation | Ryan ShantzFor Episode #7 Dmitry talks with Ryan Shantz, founder of SumoQuote - the company that is revolutionizing the sales process for roofing and contractors. SumoQuote makes it easy to produce detailed estimates that are visually rich and easily-consumable while providing a professional sales process that can be entirely digital form beginning to end. Ryan and Dmitry discuss how this new technology is allowing roofing sales professionals to work remotely in combination with groundsmen who handle in-person inspections. They discuss roofing sales, incorporating video and new buying experiences into the sales process, and how roofers can scale their companies.2023-02-0258 min
The Kent Non-League Football PodcastKent Non-League Podcast - Episode 243The weather may have been the winner again this weekend, but we've still got a packed show for you. In fact, the weather helps us out with our first interview as we speak to Dartford groundsman Jay Berkhauer about their first call-off in years - and he explains the difficulties this winter's weather has caused for groundsmen. We discuss at length issues around postponements and if it is time for a blanket rule on frozen pitch call-offs. Tonbridge Angels did play on Tuesday and had a fantastic 4-0 win over Dover Athletic, and Angels boss Jay Saunders discusses that win...2023-01-261h 12Are You Not Entertained?AYNE 531 - The GroundsmenIn the final Groundsmen Conversations of 2022, Grant, Roger and Giles reflect on the recent World Cup and the implications for major sporting events in the future. We also look back on a year which has seen extraordinary performances on the field - and where the commercial landscape and real-politik of sports continues to shift and evolve. Wishing all our listeners a happy, festive holiday and looking forward to 2023. Brought to you by Sportsdigita.
2022-12-2257 min
UnsungCoup de Grass: The Grumpy Groundsmen Turned Turf RevolutionariesThis is Unsung. Introducing the sports stars you don’t know, telling the stories you can’t miss. In episode two we’re featuring football ground staff. For most viewers of a football match, the pitch is merely a blank canvas awaiting its art. But before the artistry must come to the science. These days it takes more than a pitchfork and a mower to get the game’s top turfs up to standard. In this episode, Alexis James speaks to two of the best grounds managers in the business to discover how today’s ground staff hav...2022-12-1636 minAre You Not Entertained?AYNE 529 - Iain CarterThis week with the Groundsmen is respected BBC golf journalist Iain Carter, hopefully to allow AYNE to offer balance on the other side of the LIV debate. Punchy exchanges also on Ranieri sacking at Leicester. Brought to you by Sportsdigita
2022-12-081h 07Are You Not Entertained?AYNE 525 - Simon HallidaySimon Halliday joins us for the Groundsmen Conversation this week. Simon is a former England, Bath and Harlequins rugby player, ex Chairman of European Professional Club Rugby and current CEO of the Sporting Wine Club. This is a an in-depth discussion about the challenges and opportunities facing Rugby Union and whether the game is adapting in a world where sports administrators are facing more headwinds than ever. Brought to you by Sportsdigita.
2022-11-1057 minAre You Not Entertained?AYNE 524 - Mike DicksonThe Groundsmen are joined this week by one of the world's most respected tennis correspondents, Mike Dickson. Mike has been a leading sports writer for the Daily Mail for many years covering a myriad of sports including cricket, The Olympics, and tennis. We discuss the challenges facing tennis with the rise of Padel & Pickleball and what the authorities perhaps need to focus on in the future to maintain its position as one of the world's leading sports. Brought to you by Sportsdigita.
2022-11-031h 19Are You Not Entertained?AYNE 521 - Ed SmithOn the Groundsmen this week, we are joined by Ed Smith - sport's modern day polymath. A former England Cricketer, National Selector, Author, Lecturer, Historian and Columnist - Ed's perspective on the world of sport is both illuminating and unique. A must-listen. Brought to you by Sportsdigita.
2022-10-131h 07Are You Not Entertained?AYNE 519 - The GroundsmenThe groundsmen discuss the themes from Sport Summit Como, and in particular how the intense volatility in the finance markets will affect sport.
2022-09-291h 00
Herb your enthusiasm#22 HELLO SPRING!Send us a textSeptember- Dec is by far the best time to be a gardener in beautiful Perth. Never will you see as much colour and vibrancy around our city as now. Sam and Jules sussed out the wildflower festival in Kings park today and it blew their minds! Once again, the dedicated horts, botanists and groundsmen have outdone themselves, check out the cartoonishly beautiful paper-daisy displays for proof!Enjoy the rundown on what Perth horticulturalists have on their mind at this time of year, what to plant and things to do from...2022-09-2644 minAre You Not Entertained?AYNE 518 - Lucas von CranachThe Groundsmen dedicate this week to really getting under the hood of OneFootball and its founder Lucas von Cranach. This company is too big to be misunderstood. Hopefully we've shed some light. Brought to you by Sportsdigita.
2022-09-151h 04Are You Not Entertained?AYNE 517 - Theo WestermanThe Groundsmen are joined by Theo Westerman - owner of the winning horse at the 2022 Palio di Siena - one of the world's oldest sporting events. This was a remarkable achievement on so many levels. Theo is only 25. There has only ever been one foreign owner of the race. Most impressively, his horse, Violenta Da Clodia, recorded the fastest time in history. Theo shares the history of this most special of sporting events and his own personal journey culminating in victory on 17th August. Brought to you by Sportsdigita.
2022-09-081h 18
Sitting Under A Tree with Aidan JonesEp 251 - Maybe I’m Gonna Try and Grow A BeardThis week I've been to York, Amsterdam, and am now in Paris. I recorded the pod from a bench in the middle of this beautiful cemetery near my friend's house. There were mosquitoes, and groundsmen kept wandering past me while I recorded. Also an old couple with a pram. Incredibly distracting! And a shame because I have a lot of very serious and important things to say about art, music and the human condition. These horrid little bugs have robbed us of my wonderful insights.
2022-09-0646 min
The Siamese Herring ExperimentS19 Ep 9 The Gympie Shootathon, Hogtying, Impregnation and Nudity.Send us a textThe Brian's lift the lid on the annual Gympie lovefest that is the Shootathon and Goat muster.Men, women, kiddies and cats get involved in the Gympie event that rivals the Olympics, The World Cup and The Adelaide Snorkelling, Mud wrestling and Haberdashery Biennial Crossfit Challenge.Barnacle Joyz is admired for his prowess of bare back riding in the nude and encouraged to give up sex to perform live on a regular basis.On a serious note, the Brian's examine the atrocities that have occurred on Lawn Bowling Greens and...2022-08-1833 minAre You Not Entertained?AYNE 514 - Georgie WilkinsonThis week The Groundsmen welcome Georgie Wilkinson, Dunlop Masters Superbike racer to discuss how she fell in love with racing, her goals for the future and how she hopes to inspire a new generation of young women to follow their sporting dreams. There’s also time for Roger’s story of one amazing night in Napoli. Come for the inspiration, stay for the madness. Brought to you by Sportsdigita.
2022-08-181h 09Are You Not Entertained?AYNE 512 - Laurie PintoThe Michael Caine of the football finance world, Laurie Pinto, joins the Groundsmen to discuss the world of sport M&A, valuations, and macro-finance. And we discuss Laurie's penchant for Vegas poker and money chess. Brought to you by Sportsdigita.
2022-08-041h 10Are You Not Entertained?AYNE 511 - MidSummer GroundsmenMidSummer Groundsmen reflect on the events of the summer in sport. Mainly around the Barbarians at the Turnstiles of the world's golf Tours. Brought to you by SPORTDIGITA.
2022-07-281h 07Are You Not Entertained?AYNE 510 - Corey LeffThis week the Groundsmen welcome Corey Leff, aka "JohnWallStreet", to look at pastures new and discuss what is happening in American sport. Let's see what we can learn. From lacrosse to Pac12, and even celebrity boxing. Via twitter memes like Zach Wilson.
Brought to you by Sportsdigita.
2022-07-211h 08Are You Not Entertained?AYNE 508 - Andrew Croker Part 2Back by popular demand. The Groundsmen mailbox was inundated by requests to follow up our chat with sports industry veteran - Andrew Croker. So we asked him back. In this show we talk about the 10 Deals that shaped the sports industry and what can we learn as the world of sport continues to be rocked by disruption and new investment in many shapes and sizes.
2022-07-071h 26Are You Not Entertained?AYNE 506 - Barry HearnLegendary sports promoter Barry Hearn is our latest guest to join the Groundsmen. In a career that has spanned six decades he has been one of the most influential, outspoken and successful businessmen in sport including Snooker, Darts, Golf, Angling, Pool, and Boxing. This show is NOT to be missed. Brought to you by Sportsdigita.
2022-06-231h 23Are You Not Entertained?AYNE 504 - Andrew Croker Part 1On this week’s Groundsmen Conversations - we are joined by Andrew Croker. One of the great characters of the sports industry over the past 40 years, this is a guest we have waited a long time to chat to. A joy to welcome him to our show. And well worth a listen. In association with Sportsdigita.
2022-06-091h 13Are You Not Entertained?AYNE 502 - Barney FrancisThe Groundsmen this week welcome Barney Francis. Difficult to argue that he hasn't been the most influential executive in sports for the last decade. He talks Sky Sports and now IMG Media. Brought to you by Sportsdigita.
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Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/subrata-biswas01/message2022-05-1401 minAre You Not Entertained?AYNE 446 - Oli SlipperThe Groundsmen are joined by Oli Slipper, one of the architects of today's sports industry, as co-founder of Perform Opta, and serial entrepreneur in sports innovation.
2022-05-121h 13Are You Not Entertained?AYNE 444 - Pat NevinThe Groundsmen this week welcome back a dear friend of AYNE; the "Accidental Footballer" Mr Pat Nevin. A very intimate discussion on ethics and values, sporting and not, among old friends. Brought to you by Sportsdigita.
2022-04-281h 21Are You Not Entertained?AYNE 440 - Fausto ZanettonThe Groundsmen this week talk with sports investment banker Fausto Zanetton. As an active bidder for Chelsea, with Luca Vialli, and an advisor to many major sports deals, who better to talk sport and finance, valuations and exits.
2022-04-071h 14Are You Not Entertained?AYNE 436 - Jeremy DarrochOn the Groundsmen Conversations this week, we are joined by one of the most influential television executives & British businessmen - Jeremy Darroch. Jeremy was CEO of Sky TV from 2007 to 2018 culminating in Comcast's successful $31 billion takeover. His influence in sport was immense. Premier League, Cricket, F1, Rugby Union and Darts were all huge beneficiaries of Sky investment. A proud Newcastle United fan and a true titan of modern broadcasting. It is a pleasure to welcome Jeremy to the show. Brought to you by Sportsdigita.
2022-03-101h 20Are You Not Entertained?AYNE 434 - Simon BarnesOn The Groundsmen Conversation this week we are joined by Simon Barnes - one of the world’s most respected sports-writers in the last 50 years. We discuss the concept of why sports create myths, heroes and villains, why sports matter to mortal fans and how the sports industry - and sport - is changing. To those that care for sport - and worry about where sport may be heading - this show will be worth listening to. Brought to you by Sportsdigita.
2022-02-241h 44
Josh & AnthonyJosh & Anthony Episode 391. Car interior quiz
2. The Ashes groundsmen
3. The quirks and nuances of our share-houses
4. The delicate timing of alarm setting
5. Anthony's public transport fine update
6. Movie theatres are becoming insecure
7. Keep your phones off at the movie
8. Murder street
2022-02-2033 minAre You Not Entertained?AYNE 432 - Juan ArciniegasThe Groundsmen with their usual conversation around the crazy world of sport. Then welcoming this week's guest Juan Arciniegas from 777, to discuss buying FC Genoa, and debate the marriage of finance and sport, within the role of tradition.
2022-02-101h 24Are You Not Entertained?AYNE 430 - Sahil BloomGroundsmen Conversations hosts one of the most influential thought leaders in sport and disruption. Sahil Bloom is an ex baseball player now using finance and Web3 to innovate around sport and content. Brought to you by Sportsdigita.
2022-01-271h 15Are You Not Entertained?AYNE 428 - Graham FryBrought to you by Sportsdigita, the inaugural Groundsmen Conversation episode hosts the legendary Graham Fry of IMG. Graham discusses his astonishing career in sports production. He has covered it all. Literally the most iconic sporting moments of the last 40 years. Enjoy the most amazing summary of a great career, told to old friends.
2022-01-131h 29
DU Football ShowAnother chat with the famous head groundsmen, Ben KayMerry Festivus! We have a bonus show for you. The Sam’s chat with Groundsman Ben Kay, formally of Chorley FC, who made headlines last year when he stayed up all night in freezing weather to save the pitch for FA cup play. Ben is now the Head Groundsman at Accrington Stanley, so grab a drink and lets catch up.
2021-12-2332 min
All Things Arb Podcast#23 The Underlying Truth of Tree WorkRory from Climbitize joins us on this weekends podcast to talk about the other side of tree work. We discuss what it takes to be groundsmen, what is required from you as a climber and what you need to know on how to run a business all this and more on this weekends podcast.
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The UK’s largest online arb machinery finance showroom | 100% Impartial | Low fixed-rate business finance | Simple, fast and online | Personalised concierge service | Machinery and finance specialists with vast indus...2021-12-191h 07Are You Not Entertained?AYNE 422 - The GroundsmenThe Groundsmen are back - resting on their rakes and ruminating on a hectic few days in the world of sport. Hamilton vs Verstappen. Australia’s knack of winning finals. Ireland toppling the All Blacks, the alarming disappearance of Peng Shuai & the extraordinary deposition by Azeem Rafiq. A packed 45 minutes.
2021-11-1847 min
The GroundsmenSA U19 World Cup Squad, Australia World Cup, SA WC Host 2027, New Blood.We talk Australia Winning the T20 World Cup and if there's a formula to getting it done. We look at the recently announced SA U19 World Cup Squad and missed opportunities by CSA to inject new blood.2021-11-171h 03The GroundsmenPodcast E11: Rohit Sharma & Dravid, Improving Township Players, New 1st Team Players.This week we discuss the model to include township cricket schools in more competitive league. The epic clash between St Stithians 1st vs K.E.S 1st. Rohit Sharma taking over from Virat Kohli, what does that mean for Indian cricket.2021-11-101h 11The GroundsmenEpisode 10: Quinton De kock, Bouchers Leadership Void, Proteas World Cup, SA u/19.Quinton De kock, Bouchers Leadership Void, Proteas World Cup, SA u/19.2021-11-0355 minThe GroundsmenE09: Quinton De kock, India vs Pakistan, Proteas World Cup, Changing CultureThis week we step away from school cricket and discuss the T20 World Cup, spectacular India vs Pakistan game. We also discuss Quinton De Kocks call to play in a world cup game and what that means for the conversation around equality and a stand against racism. 2021-10-271h 51Are You Not Entertained?AYNE 418 - The GroundsmenThe Groundsmen this week discuss the challenges of sport's evolution into a B2C business. Do you know your LTV, CAC, ARPU? Unit economics porn! And a very deep dive into crypto's beachhead into the industry; from Binance to Tether. Is this the new tobacco & betting addiction? Dont miss Gilo's Sean Connery please.
2021-10-2157 minThe GroundsmenEpisode 07: Cape Schools Tournament, School Cricket Future, Private Money, Evolution Of The GameWe talk Cape Schools Tournament, School Cricket Future, Private Money, Evolution Of The Game and more intriguing conversation around what young players can expect.2021-10-131h 20The GroundsmenEpisode 06: National Academy, SA u19, Cricket Career, National SupportWe discuss SAu19 and National academy performances, how to make high school cricket more attractive and finally how to get the rest of South Africa supporting the sport by spending money.2021-10-061h 46
The GroundsmenGroundsmen Thoughts: Single Mothers, Absent Parents, Why Every Kid Should Join A Cricket ClubSingle Mothers, Absent Parents, Why Every Kid Should Join A Cricket Club2021-09-301h 11
Don't Point That Horror At MeTeacher's Pet by Richie Tankersley CusickBecky and Jill are going back to school with RTC's Teacher's Pet (1990). Kate's at a writing retreat in the middle of the woods and even her love of horror can't save her from creepy lecturers, odd groundsmen and... cowboys? Will she fall victim to spooky caves and goth poetry, or escape with her life and an idea for her first best-seller?! We find out. Plus all the usual nineties fun with Lipgloss Jill’s Nostalgic Number Ones and Becky’s Box Office. FYI it gets a bit sweary so even though Point Horror books are suit...2021-09-293h 37The GroundsmenEpisode 05: SA U19 Squad, Captain My Captain, Pretoria Boys High, Potch GimThis week we discuss everything from the SA u19 performance this weekend and how captains should be looking after their players. To the impressive fight from Potch Gim since their loss to St Stithians.2021-09-291h 34The GroundsmenEpisode 04: St Stithians, Rueben DuToit, Pretoria Boys High, Choices Can Hurt You.This week discuss Waterkloof winning streak, how St Stithians are just blowing everyone out the water and Pretoria Boys High coming redeeming themselves. With a new addition "Groundsmen Thoughts", where we discuss how choices you make off the field as a young man can often effect your market value as a player.2021-09-221h 01The GroundsmenEpisode 03: Waterkloof, Heinrich Klaasen, Andile Phehlukwayo , System Gate KeepersThis week we talk about Waterkloofs continued dominance. Why we insist on selecting average players for the Proteas and the gate keepers keeping talent out the senior systems.2021-09-151h 33The GroundsmenEpisode 02: Kwena Maphaka, St Stithians, Talent Drain, Michaelmas FestivalWe round up week 1 of games, discussing everything from the St Stithians vs Potch Gim game, to Rustenburg High vs Fields College. We discuss the talent drain problem South African Cricket currently faces, along with what tournaments we can expect this year. We also focus our attention on a young speedster Kwena Maphaka from St Stithians, who absolutely obliterated the Potch Gim top order.2021-09-081h 10
The GroundsmenE01: Top 20 SA Cricket Schools we follow, why we started the podcast and lots to look forward to.With Pretoria Boys high coming in a #20, dubbed the 'Peoples Team', listen in to who's at the top of the pile for the decade and why we follow them. What's there to look forward to in the school Cricket Season. Not forgetting the battle of the St Andrews naming issues that we need to resolve the 'Groundsmen Way'.2021-09-012h 04Are You Not Entertained?AYNE 408 - The GroundsmenThe Groundsmen discuss how the IOC should market the Games, increasing athlete power in the NBA, the Lions, crashes in F1, and the bright bright future of the MLS.
2021-07-2957 min
The Writing LifeLynn Buckle on positive climate writing with Flo ReynoldsIn the final episode of our Imagining the City series, author and artist Lynn Buckle joins us from Dublin to talk to Flo Reynolds about writing her first book, feeling like a fraud and how to write positively about the climate crisis. Lynn's first novel, The Groundsmen, was published in 2018 by époque press. Nominated for the Republic of Consciousness Prize, it was listed as Easons Best of Irish Literature and featured in a year-long book tour of Ireland and the UK. What Willow Says was published in May 2021 - find out more here: https://www.epoquepress.com/what-willow-says
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2021-05-1355 min
Sports Happy HourSports Happy Hour #25 (mainly sport)Tonight Jim and Gilla discuss sitting in the cheap seats, the bright future of Navigation Homes Stadium, unpaid groundsmen at the masters, Chris Gayle's strip club and Gilla makes a bold prediction for the resurgent Chiefs.
Originally aired on eastfm.nz 15/4/21
Find us on Facebook! 2021-04-1547 minAre You Not Entertained?AYNE 337 - The GroundsmenThe groundsmen reflect on sport finally climbing aboard the data train. Just in time for things to change again! A close up look at the Masters and is it all Zuck and Jack's fault?
2021-04-1553 min
The View From The HarbourThe FTT Podcast - Lawrence Is Good At PianoWe made it almost 15 minutes before discussing football this week, that might be a new record. When we got round to football we had praise for specifically North Macedonia, German write offs and words to be had with groundsmen who can’t erect posts properly. Enjoy!2021-04-011h 00Are You Not Entertained?AYNE 333 - The GroundsmenOur Groundsmen pick apart the future for PE funded rugby; new basketball leagues for GenZ, challenging NCAA; skiing and funding scandals, the tragedy of doping in U.K. sport tarnishing 2012 legacies; f1’s bright future; Fifa statute of limitations. And Marvellous Marvin.
2021-03-1854 min
Are You Not Entertained?AYNE 317 - The GroundsmenThe Groundsmen discuss the IOC and what it should be in 2020; is football in any way controllable in a world of feral fandom; and the juxtaposition of untrained celebs risking serious damage in boxing with the tsunami coming at rugby and football on brain damage.
2020-12-171h 01Are You Not Entertained?AYNE 313 - The GroundsmenThe Groundsmen have a ROBUST conversation around why sports is special, compared to other entertainment content. Or is it? And how do you tell if you don’t know your fans behaviours? Existential stuff.
2020-11-191h 02
The RailwaymenHate Steve Evans - Love groundsmen!Two games to review, one where Crewe were played off the park and one where it felt like a robbery. Plus 2 more games coming up, one in the league, one in the cup. We also hear how the women's team got on away at Wigan! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2020-11-0253 minAre You Not Entertained?AYNE 309 - The GroundsmenThe humble Groundsmen discuss the Inconvenient Truth that “normal has left the building for sport”. So what now? Laser sharp analysis from the lads on the rollers. DO NOT MISS.
2020-10-2254 minAre You Not Entertained?AYNE 304 - The GroundsmenJoin the Groundsmen discussing the imminent Armageddon in the sports industry. How bad is it going to be? Just follow the money, or lack of it!! A discussion not for the faint-hearted.
2020-09-2249 min
Part Time SportS1 E7: Fire in BabylonCricket’s rasta men bounce through Babylon
Profiling the West Indies cricket team of the 60’s, 70’s and 80’s, sports documentary ‘Fire in Babylon’ takes us on some bloody journey. The cricket, the characters, the music, and the groundsmen capture our hearts as we dissect not just why this team was great for cricket, but for the world. Big shout out to Bunny Wailer you mad, beautiful man. RASTAFARIIIIIIII
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Cricket's Greatest team in history...2020-09-0242 minAre You Not Entertained?AYNE 260 - The GroundsmenThe Groundsmen discuss the Perfect Storm in sport. From how the social platforms are preparing for the green shoots, to how the money guys are smelling the opportunity. Featuring a brutally honest and personal assessment of sponsorship past and present from Giles "THE CAPTAIN" Morgan.
2020-08-2755 minAre You Not Entertained?AYNE 255 - The GroundsmenThe Groundsmen take on UEFA, Ferrari, sports’ profitability post ManCity, Tilsley’s whinge, athlete content overload, the GymShark valuation and the lure of “cool”.
2020-07-231h 00Are You Not Entertained?AYNE 250 - The GroundsmenThe Groundsmen ask whether sport really wants to move into direct relationships with its fans. Or actually just prefers safe cash up front. How to manage the importance of betting whilst controlling recklessness. And a discussion around Swing Low Sweet Chariot. All comments welcome.
2020-06-251h 01Are You Not Entertained?AYNE 244 - The GroundsmenOn today’s episode of the Groundsmen we get a sponsorship masterclass from the Captain, as we assess the debris caused by Covid like in DAZN, F1, EFL women’s football and NCAA. Is all this a necessary cull of a bull market caused by zero cost capital?
2020-05-2854 minAre You Not Entertained?AYNE 238 - The GroundsmenOn this episode of The Groundsmen, Grant, Roger & Giles focus on what the future commercial landscape of sport will look like - and what rights-holders, media, investors and sponsors need to think about in the difficult months that lie ahead. Not to be missed.
2020-04-3057 min
Mediano 2Græs Special - Manden bag Danmarks bedste bane møder kunstgræs-eksperten*Her er endnu en episode fra Medianos samarbejde med Spillerforeningen og podcasten Spiller til Spiller.
De fleste har en mening om banerne i Superligaen. Vi har sat os for at blive endnu klogere på arbejdet med dem og har mødt groundsman Anders Faber Nielsen fra MCH Arena og Henrik Jørgensen, der passer kunstgræsbanen i Silkeborg.
Normalt er det de danske fodboldspillere, der er hovedaktørerne i Spillerforeningens podcasts. I denne udgave er det uden spillere, men til gengæld med de personer, der sørger for, at spillerne har et godt underlag at spille på.
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Sports Gambling Podcast NetworkEPL Show: Matchday 10 (Ep. 51)Billi is going for 9-1 in his locks this week, after Arsenal landed the lock last week against Leicester. This week, Arsenal visit Palace, looking for their 12th in a row, however, the headline fixture this week will controversy see Spurs host Man City at Wembley, just one day after the NFL- good luck to the groundsmen. If they can get that pitch ready in 24 hours, and the WWE can go to Saudi Arabia, and if Donald Trump can run a country, then surely Ryan can land a lock this week? #WeekofFaith #PrayforKramer
For the latest from the Sports Gambling P...2018-10-2629 min
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The SodcastTalking Turf – Where’s The Next Generation Of Groundsmen?Talking Turf a brand new series from Turf Business . In this first episode Jason Booth, Darren Baldwin, Stuart Kerrison and Lee Strutt discuss where the next generation of groundsmen are coming from. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2017-12-1920 minTurf BusinessTalking Turf – Where’s The Next Generation Of Groundsmen?Talking Turf a brand new series from Turf Business . In this first episode Jason Booth, Darren Baldwin, Stuart Kerrison and Lee Strutt discuss where the next generation of groundsmen are coming from. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2017-12-1920 min
Turf BusinessErwin Beltman – FeyenoordTurf Business caught up with Erwin Beltman Head Goundsman at Feyenoord the morning after their defeat at home to Man City and discussed his four Pitch of the Year awards in Holland as well as how British football groundsmen lead the field amongst other topics. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2017-12-1308 minThe SodcastErwin Beltman – FeyenoordTurf Business caught up with Erwin Beltman Head Goundsman at Feyenoord the morning after their defeat at home to Man City and discussed his four Pitch of the Year awards in Holland as well as how British football groundsmen lead the field amongst other topics. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2017-12-1308 min
Free Radio - Herefordshire and WorcestershireHursty and Helen's Ultimate WarriorWe've been asking for your inspiration Warrior speeches for a chance to be to be stood pitch side as the Warriors run out against Bristol during the Playoff Final. Meeting the players, staff, chefs, groundsmen and reporting live on all of it for Free Radio. #WeAreWarriors2015-05-2600 min
Rush Hour Sydney20/08/2014 - Rush Hour Podcast1. Welcome 2. Josh Massoud 3. Former ASADA boss Richard Ings 4. Sports Update 5. Rabs sticks up for the groundsmen involved in the Ball Boy saga 6. Sports Update 7. Nigel Wall + Last Call2014-08-2041 min