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What the Health?!Episode 65 - Tommy Winkler, Marvin Sordell & Anne HeighamThis week Georges is joined by TikTok sensation Tommy Winkler to speak about diets habits and how he balances food challenges with dieting. Marvin Sordell and Jonathan Collinge speak about the Mad Headline campaign and how it is affecting sports people. Also in this episode, Anne Heigham Discusses Ayuvedic Yoga and the benefits of tailoring your lifestyle. 2025-05-0655 min
PLVYMVKERSNON-LEAGUE ARE MORE BIG TIME THAN PROS - MARVIN SORDELLPlaymakers is a podcast of friends playing around & making jokes about sport. Don't take us too serious, make sure you like, comment & subscribe! RMH - https://thermhbrand.com/ Promo code 'Plvymvkers' for 20% your first purchase LABROIDERYUK ( For all your tracksuit, hoodies & sportswear designs & embroidery) Instagram: Labroideryuk Email: Hello@labroidery,com Tel: 02081464464 00:00 - Intro 02:51 - Marvin meeting Didi, his first impression 03:52 - First position in Football 06:00 - Academy Football 10:18 - Academy Exit Trials 13:08 - Going on loan in Non-League at 17 16:00- Making his premier league debut 18:06- Difference in levels between Premier League & Championship 21:02 - Sacrifices...2025-03-201h 15
Under the SurfaceS4E5 - Caspar Lee: YouTube Pioneer Opens Up About Tourette’s, OCD and Building a Business EmpireIn this powerful episode of Under The Surface, Smithy sits down with YouTube pioneer and entrepreneur Caspar Lee. Despite his outgoing online persona and business success, Caspar opens up about his lifelong journey with mental health, starting with his diagnosis of Tourette’s, OCD, and ADD at the age of six.From making videos in his bedroom in South Africa to building multiple successful companies, including Influencer.com and an investment fund, Caspar's story is one of resilience and adaptation. However, beneath the success, he shares his raw battle with severe anxiety that surfaced during lockdown—a stru...2025-02-061h 02
The Game Plan: Inside the Business of SportMental health in football: Marvin Sordell shares his storyThis week, Dylan is joined by former Premier League footballer Marvin Sordell to reflect on his playing career, battles with mental health, and founding his production company ONEIGHTY...Follow us on @sportindustry2024-12-1343 minUnder the SurfaceS4E4 - Billy Monger: How a Near-Fatal Crash Changed His Life and MindsetIn this episode of Under the Surface, we visit Billy Monger at his home to explore how he transformed a life-altering racing accident into a new chapter of opportunity and advocacy, keeping his passion for racing alive.At just seventeen, Billy's promising career in motorsport took a dramatic turn due to a devastating Formula 4 race crash, resulting in the loss of both his legs. In this inspiring chat, he recounts that transformative day and the intense months of recovery that followed.Facing the stark realities of waking up as a double amputee, Billy discusses the...2024-10-181h 10Under the SurfaceS4E3 - Tour de France and Olympic champion Sir Bradley Wiggins opens up about childhood trauma and abuse.For the third episode of Season 4, host Smithy is joined by Sir Bradley Wiggins, the renowned British cyclist celebrated for world titles, eight Olympic medals, and a historic Tour de France victory.Following our enlightening episode with Emmett J. Scanlan in Chester, our journey now takes us to Herne Hill Velodrome in South London, a place profoundly meaningful to Sir Bradley—where his love for cycling began.Despite his incredible achievements on the track, Sir Bradley opens up about his personal struggles, including the challenges of his mental health. He recounts how cycling was bo...2024-07-231h 07Under the SurfaceS4E2 - Emmett J. Scanlan: 'Kin' and 'Fool Me Once' star on personal struggles with depression and lossFor the second episode of Season 4, host Smithy is joined by Emmett J. Scanlan, the acclaimed Irish actor known for his roles in Kin, Peaky Blinders, and Fool Me Once. Following our inspiring first episode with Tubes at his home golf course, our journey now takes us to a place deeply significant to Emmett—Chester, his home for the last decade where he's built a family and a life away from the limelight.Despite his success on screen, Emmett opens up about his personal battles, including the challenges of his mental health. He shares ho...2024-06-171h 14Under the SurfaceS4E1 - Tubes: Overcoming Alcoholism, Surviving a Heart Attack, and How Golf Saved MeFor the launch of Season 4, host Smithy is joined by Peter Dale, better known as Tubes to millions of fans from his work on Soccer AM. This season, we're on the road, and for episode one, our journey takes us to a place pivotal to Tubes' personal battle against addiction—his home golf course at Foxhills.Despite his fun-loving on-screen persona, Tubes candidly opens up about his past struggles with alcohol addiction. He shares how drinking gave him the confidence boost he craved but soon spiralled out of control, negatively impacting on his relationships.Tubes pa...2024-05-141h 09Under the SurfaceS3E5 - Podcaster and content creator JaackMaate opens up on his battles with health anxiety and OCDFor the latest release, host Smithy and co-host Leon McKenzie are joined by Jack Dean, better known as JaackMaate to his millions of social followers.Despite his meteoric social media fame, Jack candidly shares his lifelong struggles with obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD) and anxiety. He opens up about his traumatic childhood filled with family turmoil, and how creating YouTube videos became his lifeline. Jack paints an unfiltered picture of living with severe OCD, including constant intrusive thoughts from health anxiety that disrupt his life daily. By speaking openly about his coping methods, from therapy to talking t...2023-12-061h 03
Mindset For SportInside the Mental Health Battle of Professional Football: Marvin SordellIn this compelling discussion, I welcome former professional footballer, Marvin Sordell, to share his experiences in the sport. From falling into football at a young age, Marvin opens up about the mentors that have shaped his career, including David Campbell and coach Sean Dyche. We also explore the modern challenges football presents in terms of player development and the immense pressure on coaches to produce results.
Listen in as we journey through Marvin's evolving relationship with football. From a passion that offered an escape from reality to a source of income and identity, Marvin discusses the pressures that came...2023-11-0647 minUnder the SurfaceS3E4 - Rugby Star Danny Cipriani shares his battles with depression, suicidal thoughts and the tragic loss of close friend Caroline Flack.In this latest episode of Under The Surface, host Smithy and co-host Leon McKenzie are joined by Danny Cipriani, the English rugby union player who bravely discusses his lifelong struggles with acceptance and mental health.Danny opens up about the difficulties surrounding his upbringing and troublesome teenage years where he felt like an outsider in the rugby world. He shares his battles with depression, suicidal thoughts and the tragic loss of close friend Caroline Flack.Despite his talents on the pitch, Danny faced constant scrutiny from...2023-09-141h 08Under the SurfaceS3E3 - Jack Fincham, the winner of Love Island 2018, talks about his struggles with anxiety and money problems since winning the show.In this latest episode of Under The Surface, we talk to Jack Fincham, the winner of Love Island 2018 and current British boxer who bravely discusses his battles with anxiety from an early age, as well as his struggles since winning the hit ITV show.In the third episode of the new series, Smithy is joined by a new co-host, former Premier League footballer and boxer Leon McKenzie. Guest Jack Fincham opens up to Smithy and Leon about his struggles with panic attacks, grief, career mistakes and money struggles since his Love Island win.2023-07-1153 min
The Reset by Sam DelaneyMarvin SordellMarvin Sordell was one of England’s brightest young stars: a first-teamer at Watford, he was selected for England Under 21’s and Team GB at the 2012 Olympics. Then came a big money move to Premier League Bolton. But behind all the success, Marvin was buckling under the pressure. He was drinking every day and, eventually, tried to take his own life. In a candid interview, he spoke to me about how he came back from rock bottom and why he eventually decided to quit the game at just 28 years old.Marvin Sordell is an ambassador for CALM. To f...2023-04-2744 minUnder the SurfaceS3E2 - Former professional footballer turned TV star Ashley Cain, discusses his daughter's passing, along with his daily struggle with grief and loss.In this latest episode of Under The Surface, we talk to former professional footballer turned TV star Ashley Cain, who bravely opens up on how he's dealing with the tragic loss of his 8-month-old daughter Azaylia, to cancer two years ago.In this powerful new episode of the third series, hosts Smithy and Marvin Sordell talk to Ashley about Azaylia's diagnosis, her care, the support from his social community and her tragic passing. Along with coping mechanisms for his daily struggle with grief and loss.The Under The Surface podcast...2023-04-261h 09
Do Not Scratch Your EyesThe Opposition View - Coventry City (Away)Recorded ahead of the disastrous home performance against Huddersfield, we recorded this looking ahead to Monday's trip Coventry with David from the "Whats the craic" podcast. We discuss amongst other things Coventry's season, their change in ownership, Mike Ashley, Victor Gyokeres and other players, Mark Robins, John Eustace, Marvin Sordell (who Justin fails to recognise) and exactly how fast Mickey Quinn wasn't. We give predictions for the result which will work out about as well as normal and finally we played a game that Peter had come up with based upon the opposition badge that had very few rules...2023-04-0835 minUnder the SurfaceS3E1 - Comedian Romesh Ranganathan opens up about his own personal struggles with depression and griefComedian, Actor and TV Host Romesh Ranganathan is the first guest for the new season, produced by Original Penguin and Campaign Against Living Miserably (CALM).Romesh joined hosts Smithy (Sky Sports) and Marvin Sordell, a fellow CALM ambassador and former footballer, to discuss his own personal struggles with depression and grief.The BAFTA-winning performer spoke about how his upbringing and a series of setbacks led him to experience depression and suicidal thoughts during his late teens and early twenties. He went on to discuss how he has since found help through talking and therapy, which...2023-03-271h 07
Michael Calvin's Football PeopleMarvin Sordell - Football's Fragile Mental HealthWith pressure on managers and players reaching unprecedented levels, campaigner Marvin Sordell joins Michael Calvin to discuss football's approach to mental health. Anne Marie Batson and Adrian Clarke offer their views, and also consider the fallout from the Champions League for Chelsea, Spurs and PSG. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2023-03-091h 01Under the SurfaceS2E3 - Michail Antonio - West Ham's all-time Premier League leading goalscorer discusses his mental health struggles while playing and his own battles with depressionWe all have our own story to tell and you never know what is going on in someone's life #UnderTheSurface.West Ham United's Michail Antonio is the latest guest on the Under the Surface podcast, hosted by Original Penguin and suicide prevention charity CALM (Campaign Against Living Miserably). The podcast brings people together from the world of sport and entertainment—uncovering their untold stories and challenging the stigma surrounding mental health.Michail joined hosts Smithy (Sky Sports) and ex-footballer Marvin Sordell to share his story on rejection, resilience and the impact high-level football has had on...2022-11-1345 min
The Grassroots Football CoachWorld Mental Health Day 2022 SpecialSend us a textTo mark World Mental Health Day 2022, this special episode of The Grassroots Football Coach listens back at clips from our previous Mental Health episodes. On the pod, we hear from Jason McMahon, Manisha Tailor MBE, Marvin Sordell, Cara Ostryn, Martin Sinclair & Martin McCloskey who all shared their own experiences of mental health. You will also hear about Berks & Bucks FA's "Pedal to the Metal" challenge to raise awareness of mental health and funds for our new charity partner, Sport in Mind. The team at BBFA are cycling 185 miles in 12...2022-10-101h 20
HOPECASTExtra Time - GamblingIn this special series of HOPECAST, HOPECAST Extra Time, PAPYRUS explores racism, LGBTQ+ representation, and gambling within football and sport.In episode one we focus on gambling with special guests:Marvin Sordell – Former Premier League footballer and Ambassador for YGAM Kevin Clelland – Director of programme engagement at YGAMSam Starsmore – Head of Delivery: Education at YGAMIf you need further support please reach out to PAPYRUS and YGAM.https://www.papyrus-uk.org/https://www.ygam.org/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2022-08-1745 minUnder the SurfaceS2E2 - James Haskell - Grand Slam-winning rugby star, turned DJ, discusses self-doubt and how he's worked hard to overcome criticismFormer England rugby international, James Haskell is the second guest for this new series of the Under the Surface podcast – and our first non-football guest. The podcast with Original Penguin and CALM (Campaign Against Living Miserably) brings people together from the world of sport and entertainment - uncovering their untold stories, driving conversations, and challenging the stigma surrounding mental health. James joined hosts Smithy (Sky Sports) and ex-footballer Marvin Sordell for an in-depth and passionate discussion around positive mindset and mental health. The Grand Slam-winning rugby star, turned DJ, discusses in-depth, his mental preparation for games from a y...2022-08-091h 14Under the SurfaceS2E1 - Jonathan Woodgate - former Real Madrid, Leeds, Newcastle and Spurs defender discusses his injury troubles at Madrid and how online trolls affected his confidence following his Middlesbrough sackingYou never know what is going on in someone's life #UnderTheSurface. Back for Series 2, the podcast with Campaign Against Living Miserably (CALM) aims to drive conversations and challenge the stigma surrounding mental health. Listen to hosts, 'Smithy' (Sky Sports) and co-host, ex-player Marvin Sordell speak to guests from the world of sport, as they open up about the battles they have kept #UnderTheSurface. Episode One of the new series features Jonathan Woodgate. The ex-Real Madrid, Leeds, Spurs and Newcastle player discusses his career setbacks and how he moved on f...2022-06-081h 01
The Stress SessionsS4 EP4: Former footballer & CALM Ambassador, Marvin SordellThis week I'm speaking to entrepreneur and former professional footballer, Marvin Sordell.If you or someone else is struggling with a mental illness, please always speak to someone or click on this link to see a list of all the dedicated mental health charities in the UK.Finally, if you enjoy listening to The Stress Sessions, please download all the other episodes and like, share and review (if you're able to!).ThanksLuke x Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2022-03-0747 min
Baller Talk's PodcastMarvin Sordell - Can you teach young footballers mental toughness?Things get heated as Marvin Sordell joins Fem, James and Medy to talk about the importance teaching young footballers "Mental Toughness" and if it is possible. LIKE, COMMENT AND SUBSCRIBE! FOLLOW US ON: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/the.ballert... Twitter: https://twitter.com/TBallertalkTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@the.ballertalk2022-02-1442 minUnder the SurfaceS1E3 - Manchester United legend Andrew Cole discusses how illness led him to suicidal thoughtsYou never know what is going on in someone's life #UnderTheSurface. Our Podcast series with the Campaign Against Living Miserably (CALM) aims to drive conversations and challenge the stigma surrounding mental health. Listen to hosts, 'Smithy' (Sky Sports) and co-host ex-player Marvin Sordell speak to guests from the world of sport, as they open up about the battles they have kept #UnderTheSurface.For episode three Andy Cole opens up about his own mental health battles. The highs and lows of football, along with the mental challenges following his transplant. To watch along: https://www.originalpenguin.c...2021-12-0958 minUnder the SurfaceS1E2 - Arsenal legend Jack Wilshere opens up about his own mental health battles. The highs and lows of football, along with the mental challenges of finding a new clubYou never know what is going on in someone's life #UnderTheSurface. Our Podcast series with the Campaign Against Living Miserably (CALM) aims to drive conversations and challenge the stigma surrounding mental health. Listen to hosts, 'Smithy' (Sky Sports) and co-host ex-player Marvin Sordell speak to guests from the world of sport, as they open up about the battles they have kept #UnderTheSurface.For episode two Jack Wilshere opens up about his own mental health battles. The highs and lows of football, along with the mental challenges of finding a new club. To watch along: https://w...2021-09-2245 min
Tim and Gend's Weekend PodcastTim & Gend's Weekend Podcast: Ep 40 - Swimming an Silver linings...Episode NotesINTRODUCTION SPECIALIST:This weeks introduction is by writer, producer and former professional football player Marvin Sordell—————CALM are always there for you. If you ever need a free, no strings, confidential, annoymous chat...then give them a call. 5pm til Midnight 365 days a year. 0800 58 58 58. www.thecalmzone.net—————FRIDAYTim worked on his van and has realised it's going to take a lot longer than he expected. Gend had an evening in watching a movie and couldn't work out if it was terrific or terrible. 2021-07-1353 min
A Trip Down Vicarage RoadA Trip Down Vicarage Road With Danny GrahamA Trip Down Vicarage Road is back after an extended break away! Join host Bradley Hayden as he chats to super Danny Graham about his time at Watford. In this extended chat, Danny talks about his recent retirement, his partnership with Marvin Sordell, Tom Cleverley, Troy Deeney and some of his fondest memories as a Hornet.
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Follow Bradley on Twitter: @BradleyHayden112021-07-0629 minUnder the SurfaceS1E1 - Andros Townsend discusses grief and his struggles with addictionYou never know what is going on in someone's life #UnderTheSurface. Our Podcast series with the Campaign Against Living Miserably (CALM) aims to drive conversations and challenge the stigma surrounding mental health. Listen to hosts, 'Smithy' (Sky Sports) and co-host ex-player Marvin Sordell speak to guests from the world of sport, as they open up about the battles they have kept #UnderTheSurface.Under the Surface, features Andros Townsend for episode one as he talks about his struggles with gambling and bereavement.To watch along: https://www.originalpenguin.co.uk/pages/calm-underthesurface 2021-06-0351 min
The Dan Draper PodcastS2 Ep 16 Marvin SordellIn this episode, I speak to ex-professional footballer Marvin Sordell about his career as a professional footballer, racism in the game & his mental health journey. Instagram: @marvinsordell© Copyright: This video and all content on this channel including The Dan Draper Podcast is owned by Dan Draper & Dan Draper Entertainment LTD.2021-06-0344 min
Would You Like A Podcast?Retiring From Professional Football Made Me A Happier Person - Marvin SordellMarvin Sordell has an incredible story. From growing up on a Council Estate in Harrow, to playing professional football and representing England. However, at 28 after struggling with his mental health, Marvin made the decision to retire from football. In this episode, we dive into why he made the decision, the importance of speaking up about mental health, the documentary with Prince William, Business, Social Media and much more.
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#CounterAttackPodcastCounter Attack - Episode 149 - Marvin Sordell Happy In RetirementHOSTS:DapsTwitter: @DapoCeoInstagram: @DapoCeoSpenceInstagram: @Spence2118Twitter: @Mike_Spence2118LaminInstagram: @LaminOjoTwitter: @LaminOjoGuestMarvin SordellInstagram: @MarvinSordellTwitter: @MarvinSordellFor all questions, topics you want to hear discussed or for anything else:Email: onthecounterattack@outlook.comTwitter: @CounterAttackHQInstagram: @CounterAttackPod Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2021-01-211h 00
From The Rookery End - A show about Watford FCTerriers Tamed, Marvin and the mind of a footballerOn a day where the whole Watford family were remembering Graham Taylor, the Golden boys were back in winning ways against Huddersfield.Jon, Mike and Jason talk about the key players, the change in mentality and where the squad is at for the upcoming games and the rest of this season. Also, after much frustration from Watford fans about the off field activities of Ben Foster and Troy Deeney, we wanted to get in the mind of footballers and how they cope. We got in touch with former hornet Ma...2021-01-171h 11
From The Rookery End - A show about Watford FCTerriers Tamed, Marvin and the mind of a footballerOn a day where the whole Watford family were remembering Graham Taylor, the Golden boys were back in winning ways against Huddersfield.Jon, Mike and Jason talk about the key players, the change in mentality and where the squad is at for the upcoming games and the rest of this season. Also, after much frustration from Watford fans about the off field activities of Ben Foster and Troy Deeney, we wanted to get in the mind of footballers and how they cope. We got in touch with former hornet Marvin Sordell to ask ho...2021-01-171h 08
The Future of FootballEp. 1: Race and Bias in Sports MediaIn episode one, we take a look race and bias in sports media – inspired by COPA90's amazing 'Beat the Bias' documentary. While racism in football is typically characterised by abhorrent abuse directed at Black players by fellow pros or fans, the roots of prejudice in the game and its winder industry run far deeper.
Whether you're talking about racial bias in commentary via the stereotypical and reductive "pace and power" trope, the lack of diversity among creators in media, or the unfair treatment given to young Black players like Raheem Sterling or Mason Greenwood by the mainstream press, the me...2020-12-2250 min
Winning Awards with Donna O'TooleEp 9: A story of fearlessness and following your passion - with MARVIN SORDELL, former Premier League, England and Olympic footballer, turned creative producer, writer and mental health ambassador.In this episode of our podcast, Donna spoke with Marvin Sordell, former Premier League, England and Olympic footballer, turned creative producer, writer and ambassador for mental health. Marvin shares his stories on leaving the footballing world, being fearless whilst striving boldly into a new industry and his advice on how we can all achieve our dreams. Born in 1991 in Northwest London, Marvin achieved great success as a professional footballer, making more than 300 appearances and scoring a total of 73 goals over the course of his 10-year career. Highlights included playing in the Premier League for Bolton Wanderers after...2020-12-0431 min
Daddy Issues PodcastMarvin SordellThis weeks episode is with former Premier League footballer turned producer, writer, public speaker, entrepreneur and CALM ambassador, MARVIN SORDELL.
Marvin’s father left when he was 5 years old. Other than knowing that he is a visual replica of his father, he knows little else, and other than an unexpected phone call at the age of 19, he has had no contact with him.
At the age of 13 Marvin was scouted by Chelsea, and was quickly thrusted into the world of professional football. However, being a footballer didn’t make being fatherless any easier, and Marvin witnessed a grim and backward side...2020-09-2359 min
Daddy Issues PodcastMarvin SordellThis weeks episode is with former Premier League footballer turned producer, writer, public speaker, entrepreneur and CALM ambassador, MARVIN SORDELL.
Marvin’s father left when he was 5 years old. Other than knowing that he is a replica of his father, he knows little else, and other than an unexpected phone call at the age of 19, he has had no contact with him.
At the age of 13 Marvin was scouted by Chelsea, and was quickly thrusted into the world of professional football. However, being a footballer didn’t make being fatherless any easier, and Marvin witnessed a grim and backward side of t...2020-09-2300 min
Good Time Sports ClubMarvin Sordell, Ollie Phillips and the Best Multisport AthletesOJ Borg and Raya Hubbell throw open the doors of the Good Time Sports Club to former England U21 star Marvin Sordell as he reveals football's dark side. Plus, Ex-England Rugby 7's captain Ollie Phillips looks back at his career... and how a pair of free shoes played an integral part of his marriage. There's also a checkup on Raya's lane rage and a look at the best multisport athletes ever. (click here for the full list with highlights videos www.shockedgiraffe.com/gtsc-articles/top-15-greatest-multisport-athletes)The Good Time Sports Club is a Shocked Giraffe production and...2020-09-1800 min
Man Down: The Anti-Man-Up Movement#16 Marvin Sordell: Depression, Football & GrowthMarvin Sordell is a producer, writer, public speaker, entrepreneur, and former professional football player having played in the Premier League, as well as representing England at U20 & U21 level, and Team GB at London 2012 Olympic Games.Since retiring in July 2019, Marvin’s focus has turned towards the video production company he co-founded in early 2019; 180 Productions, and spreading awareness for mental health. He is often involved in TV/Radio interviews and panel discussions around the increasing importance of wellbeing, with a particular focus on sport, and is an ambassador for mental health charity, CALM (Campaign Against Living Miserably) an...2020-08-1642 min
LifeStyled Club - The PodcastEpisode 7 - Amelia SordellOne of the reasons LifeStyled Club founders - Helen Drury & Maggie Devine-Inman, wives of former professional footballers - created LifeStyled Club the Podcast, was to help bring awareness to the mental health problems that can often occur during and after life in football. Former professional footballer Marvin Sordell is a big advocate for mens mental health and a supporter of LifeStyled Club, appreciating what has been created for the wives and partners of footballers and the voice given to this community. As a successful footballer, Marvin experienced the highs and lows that the industry brings including racism...2020-08-091h 16
Can I Get A Picture?Marvin SordellToday we’re talking to ex-professional footballer, producer, writer, and public speaker, Marvin Sordell. Having suffered from depression throughout his football career, today Marvin is a pioneer for men’s mental health, helping to spread awareness and make change through his involvement in projects such as the Heads Up campaign and through his seat on the FA Inclusion Advisory Board. He is also Co-founder of OneEighty Productions- a production company that was born out of his passion for writing and storytelling.Please know that this episode contains discussions surrounding mental health and suicide, so discretion is a...2020-08-0300 min
Konversations With KenjiThe Truth About Mental Health | Marvin SordellOn this episode of the podcast Kenji Gorré is joined with Marvin Sordell. Marvin is passionate about standing and speaking up for mental health and the importance of being your true self and living as who you truly are. This steamed from his truly inspiring story about how his low times led to him attempting to take his own life. They say that you have to “break down to break through” and Marvin is a true testament to that. 2020-07-2152 min
Sweat & CourageEpisode 8 - Footballer Marvin SordellMarvin Sordell retired from professional football in 2109 aged just 28. Having played in the Premier League for bolton and Burnley, represented England at U.21 level and played in the 2012 Olympic Games as part of team Great Britain, Marvin was worn down emotionally by the industry of professional football. Depressed and fighting suicidal thoughts, he walked away. I thought that takes great strength. Since retiring Marvin has talked openly and with great intelligence and passion on emotionally what he endured. From Bt Sports ' State Of Play' to BBC with Prince William he's continued to drive the ongoing issues around the Pandemic...2020-06-151h 04
BACK OF THE NET AND BEYONDMarvin Sordell - pro footballer to production company and moreEnjoyed speaking to Marvin Sordell who is a former professional footballer who played for Watford, Burnley and Coventry City.
I loved hearing how he’s made the transition into business by starting his own production company called Oneighty Productions which is a creative agency producing visual content. He is also embarking on other ventures. We also discussed what it was like playing for England U21’s and representing Great Britain in the Olympics. Marvin also explained his battles with mental health whilst playing football.
Hope you enjoy!2020-06-1131 minThe Grassroots Football CoachMark meets... Marvin Sordell for Mental Health Awareness Week 2020Send us a textMark meets... Marvin Sordell for Mental Health Awareness Week 2020This week, to mark Mental Health Awareness Week, we're bringing you four special episodes of the podcast. Each episode features an individual who wants to share their story and help raise awareness of Mental Health through talking football.On the third episode, Marvin shares his experience from coming up through the ranks at Watford to representing Team GB at London 2012. Marvin also talks about how mental health has impacted him and what he is actively doing to offer support to o...2020-05-2141 min
Take Flight#068 - Marvin Sordell - Footballs Diamond In The Rough (The Dark Side of Sport)Marvin is a former professional footballer playing professionally for 10 years, 4 of which were in the premiership, arguably the world toughest football league. He's played for clubs such as Bolton, Burnley and Watford - and represented his country at u20, u21 and for team GB at the London 2012 Olympics. Marvin retired from football in 2019 at the age of 28 and in the co-founder of 180 - a broadcasting a production company, link here : https://www.180productions.co.uk/ Marvin is also an ambassador for CALM mental health charity and speaks fantastically about mental health in general and about his own experience which includes a...2020-01-191h 15
Not by the PlaybookFA Cup third round - Magic, heroes and upsetsThis weekend on Sportshour we preview the FA Cup third round. It is a weekend for heroes and villains, giant killings and upsets and the little clubs putting one over on the big boys. One club which will be hoping to do just that is AFC Fylde who are in the fifth division of English football; they play Premier League high-flyers Sheffield United and we speak to their chairman about their hopes in the competition.This weekend all of the FA Cup ties will be delayed by one minute to encourage fans to ‘Take A Minute’ to thin...2020-01-0449 min
The Football Fans Podcast'Walking away from football was an easy decision'Every month we’ll be recording an additional podcast where we take on a former player or Football Fan one on one. We’ve been lucky enough to have had Frank Sinclair, Carlton Palmer and Marcus Gayle already and we’re just as excited to have a Premier League legend and winner join us this month. This month we’re joined by former Watford, Fulham and Bolton Striker Marvin Sordell.
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Nathan K PodcastsWANT TO BECOME A FOOTBALLER ? - MARVIN SORDELLIt was pleasure to sit down with Marvin and discuss his football career but was really impressive was his willingness to give up what he loved as a child to find real happiness. We discussed the lack of mentorship for young people that find success and how to handle the pressures. We talked about racism and bulling in the work place and so much more. I can tell you now money isn’t the answer to all of your problems.
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Squawka PredictorBonus episode: The Squawka Talker meets Marvin SordellAttention, everyone! Please enjoy this Squawka Talker bonus episode, featuring an interview with Marvin Sordell. Muhammad met up with the former Watford and England u21s forward recently to discuss his career (including a Brendan Rodgers anecdote and what Sean Dyche is really like) along with the issues of mental health and racism in football.
You can also watch the interview by going to the Squawka Football Youtube channel.2019-11-1829 min
The Anfield WrapTAW Special: Marvin Sordell #LetsShirtTalk
Marvin Sordell retired from football aged 28, citing mental health as a big factor, and is now backing CALM's #LetsShirtTalk campaign to get people talking.
Gareth Roberts spoke to the former Watford, Bolton Wanderers and Burton Albion striker about how being a professional footballer affected his mental health and why he's keen to make a difference.
Click here for more info on the Campaign Against Living Miserably (CALM) and the #LetsShirtTalk campaign...
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A Trip Down Vicarage RoadA Trip Down Vicarage Road With Marvin SordellIn this latest episode of A Trip Down Vicarage Road, host Bradley Hayden catches up with Watford academy graduate Marvin Sordell following his retirement from the game aged 28. During the show, Sordell speaks about his decision to retire, his battle with mental health, coming through the Watford academy, playing up front with Danny Graham, his deadline day move to Bolton and much more. Please do like, share and subscribe. The podcast is available on Soundcloud, iTunes and Acast.
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Talking TrottersEpisode 6 - Game On!No Chris this week, but Danny and Anthony do their best to control Jim. With Bolton's first game of the season being confirmed, the gang talk about the upcoming game with Wycombe, the takeover (shock horror) and opinions on the situation from the world of football, EFL trophy dates, Ched Evans, Marvin Sordell and some predictions! 2019-08-031h 05
The WandererSummer Sessions: Marvin SordellFormer Bolton player Marvin Sordell reveals all about his struggles with mental health.2019-06-191h 08
I Sprained My Mental Health Podcast#20 An Anagram For DepressionA football special. I speak about the article I wrote for extratime.ie in which I address the emotional struggles I had in my early days as a coach with Shels 1st team. I focus on the high profile players who have very openly about dealing with mental health issues. Also I look at the superb poem Denis Prose which is an anagram for depression, written by footballer Marvin Sordell.2019-01-2344 min
From The Rookery End - A show about Watford FCSHORT - Marvin Sordell - Kieran CallananMarvin Sordell, a product of the Watford Youth system, had a great season scoring 15 goals and sold the following January at the last minute to (then) Premier League Bolton. He's had a turbulant career since then and Watford blogger Kieran Callanan (@polymaas) has spent time with Marvin and will be releasing a series of blog posts about his career before, during and after Watford. Jon and Mike caught up with Kieran to find out more and hear a few clips about from the interview. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2015-10-2321 min
From The Rookery End - A show about Watford FCSHORT - Marvin Sordell - Kieran Callanan
Marvin Sordell, a product of the Watford Youth system, had a great season scoring 15 goals and sold the following January at the last minute to (then) Premier League Bolton. He's had a turbulant career since then and Watford blogger Kieran Callanan (@polymaas) has spent time with Marvin and will be releasing a series of blog posts about his career before, during and after Watford. Jon and Mike caught up with Kieran to find out more and hear a few clips about from the interview.
Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices2015-10-2321 min
No Nay Never PodcastEpisode 85: The size of Marvin Sordell's thighsJamie and the panel discuss the Bristol City game, the transfer window, and more.Host: Jamie Smith. Panel: James Bird, Kevin Robinson, Simon Evans, and Jordan Eyre.Show notes and links:Bristol City 1, Burnley 2 - Burnley ExpressBarton Joins The Clarets - Burnley official websiteVossen Heads Back To Belgium - Burnley official websiteBen Llewelyn on Twitter: "Goodbye my boy. A sad day but I'll never forget you. We'll always have the memories 2015-09-021h 04
No Nay Never PodcastEpisode 85: The size of Marvin Sordell's thighsJamie and the panel discuss the Bristol City game, the transfer window, and more.Host: Jamie Smith. Panel: James Bird, Kevin Robinson, Simon Evans, and Jordan Eyre.Show notes and links:Bristol City 1, Burnley 2 - Burnley ExpressBarton Joins The Clarets - Burnley official websiteVossen Heads Back To Belgium - Burnley official websiteBen Llewelyn on Twitter: "Goodbye my boy. A sad day but I'll never forget you. We'll always have the memories 2015-09-021h 02
No Nay Never PodcastEpisode 83: Referee rantsJamie and the team discuss Birmingham, the referee, Juke, Port Vale, Hennings, and look ahead to this weekend's match.Host: Jamie Smith. Panel: James Bird, Kevin Robinson, Adam Haworth. Thanks to Eric Papstein for giving us insight on Hennings.Burnley 2, Birmingham City 2 - Burnley ExpressAndy Devanney on Twitter: "The strength in Ben Mee's finger is immense. It can cause a mans legs to collapse @BurnleyOfficial #twitterclarets http://t.co/aJ71rYgtBT"Feeble media only exacerbate problems with refereeing standards — MediumJamie Smith on Twitter: "Peter Beagrie, confronted with damning evidence of cheating, calls it "professionalism". Let's sack it...2015-08-1941 minNo Nay Never PodcastEpisode 83: Referee rantsJamie and the team discuss Birmingham, the referee, Juke, Port Vale, Hennings, and look ahead to this weekend's match.Host: Jamie Smith. Panel: James Bird, Kevin Robinson, Adam Haworth. Thanks to Eric Papstein for giving us insight on Hennings.Burnley 2, Birmingham City 2 - Burnley ExpressAndy Devanney on Twitter: "The strength in Ben Mee's finger is immense. It can cause a mans legs to collapse @BurnleyOfficial #twitterclarets http://t.co/aJ71rYgtBT"Feeble media only exacerbate problems with refereeing standards — MediumJamie Smith on Twitter: "Peter Beagrie, confronted with damning evidence of cheating, calls it "professionalism". Let's sack it off and go ho...2015-08-1943 min
No Nay Never PodcastEpisode 75: The case for Sordell and Wallace as a wing backJamie, James and Jordan look back on the Arsenal and Everton games and preview the Leicester game. Jamie makes the case for playing Marvin Sordell. James makes the case for Ross Wallace as a left wing back. It got a bit crazy. Thanks to our sponsors Neville Gee and our editor Stephen Long. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2015-04-2156 minNo Nay Never PodcastEpisode 75: The case for Sordell and Wallace as a wing backJamie, James and Jordan look back on the Arsenal and Everton games and preview the Leicester game. Jamie makes the case for playing Marvin Sordell. James makes the case for Ross Wallace as a left wing back. It got a bit crazy. Thanks to our sponsors Neville Gee and our editor Stephen Long. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2015-04-2158 min
Charlton LiveCAFC Player Dinner Part 4In the final part of the show we talk to Lawrie Wilson, who is alright now it seems.... Marvin Sordell, a very relaxed Johnnie Jackson, Andy Hughes, Jose Riga and Katrien Meire.2014-05-0644 min