That Peter Crouch Podcast

New year, same chaos. Crouchy's dialling in from Dubai, Sid’s gone full flamenco, and Chris is still reeling from missing the greatest night in Ally Pally history.In this episode, the boys catch up post-Christmas and somehow end up covering robot massages, dodgy gift-giving, Sidwell’s ambition to become a Spanish guitar-playing Gypsy King, and whether the pod should launch a residency at Finsbury Park.Crouchy talks us through meeting Ronaldo at the World Sports Summit (yes, that Ronaldo), putting the podcast on the global stage, and why there’s a very real chance we could become PSG’s shirt sponsor.There’s also a very passionate rant about the FA Cup, a long-overdue roasting of Tottenham’s home form, and Chris has an existential breakdown over kids dressing as referees for Christmas.Darts. Destiny. Desmonds. Let’s go."00:00 – Welcome back: robot hands, bad presents & Sid’s groans04:30 – Sidwell's musical ambitions: Finsbury Park warm-up act?05:00 – Crouchy’s Busted moment at the O2 (yes, really)10:00 – Ronaldo finally meets his hero (kind of)20:00 – Pod in Paris? Crouchy makes big moves in Dubai25:00 – “You’ve put us on the world stage”33:00 – Chris’s extreme darts FOMO34:00 – Sidwell tips the bar staff: total Ally Pally carnage38:00 – Darts of Destiny: £5K, nine darts and one Curtis53:30 – FA Cup fever: Crouchy’s rallying cry1:07:00 – The game’s gone: kids with VAR screens for Christmas1:08:30 – Are referees becoming influencers now?1:10:00 – Ref talk, tights, and a gladiator future1:42:00 – The annual missionary predictions: Spurs v Villa1:56:00 – Dubai days & Crouchy’s global glow-up1:59:00 – Arsenal, Wrexham and third-round mayhem Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

On this New Year’s special episode of That Peter Crouch Podcast, Pete, Sids, and Chris kick back with a relaxed end-of-year pod with listener messages, reflections on a huge year, and absolutely no pressure… until bowling enters the conversation.The lads look back on some unforgettable podcast moments, react to thoughtful listener questions about football pressure, injuries, and dressing room dynamics, and share a genuinely moving message about prostate health awareness.Then, in true Crouchy fashion, things take a sharp turn as a simple listener question sparks a full-blown debate about ten-pin bowling.Is a perfect bowling game harder than a hole-in-one? Why does everyone think they’re better at bowling than they actually are? What’s the most embarrassing thing you can do on a bowling date — and when did bowling shoes quietly disappear forever?It’s light-hearted, nostalgic, unexpectedly philosophical, and the perfect way to see in the New Year with the pod.Happy New Year from the lads — and yes, most of the episode really does end up being about bowling. 00:00 - New Year’s Eve pod begins & relaxed holiday vibes01:02 - Reflecting on podcast highlights from the year02:05 - Wild journey home stories & “investment opportunities” tease03:29 - Listener question: are managers hiding injuries?04:16 - Emotional prostate health message from a listener05:27 - Can players really fake injuries? Dressing room reality06:46 - Playing through illness & injections in football08:10 - Listener sparks the bowling debate: how hard is a perfect game?09:24 - Is a hole-in-one actually easier than bowling 300?11:21 - Worst possible bowling behaviour on a date12:41 - Why getting a strike is still somehow awkward14:04 - The mystery of bowling shoes disappearing16:15 - Where do bowling pins actually go?18:20 - The embarrassment of owning a bowling ball20:00 - Realising the whole episode became about bowling20:26 - Happy New Year & Darts of Destiny intro21:19 - Darts of Destiny finale dramaFollow our Clips page https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCLNBLB3xr3LyiyAkhZEtiAA For more Peter Crouch: Twitter - https://twitter.com/petercrouch Therapy Crouch - https://www.youtube.com/@thetherapycrouch For more Chris Stark Twitter - https://twitter.com/Chris_StarkInstagram - https://www.instagram.com/chrisstark/For more Steve Sidwell Twitter - https://twitter.com/sjsidwell Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/stevesidwell14 #PeterCrouch #ThatPeterCrouchPodcast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

On this week’s Christmas special of That Peter Crouch Podcast, Pete, Sids, and Chris fully embrace the festive spirit — with a twist only football could provide. Forget the traditional nativity, because the lads bring you a football-themed retelling of the Christmas story, featuring familiar faces like Mary Earps, Angel Di Maria, Dean Windass, Peter Schmeichel, and a baby Gabriel Jesus born not in Bethlehem… but firmly in football folklore.With festive jumpers on, beers flowing, and absolutely no attempt to take things seriously, Crouchy leads the lads through a chaotic, laugh-out-loud Christmas tale that somehow manages to celebrate football heritage and the true meaning of Christmas all at once. There’s donkey impressions, questionable accents, proud dad moments, and just enough sentimentality to remind everyone what the season is all about.To round things off, the Darts of Destiny makes its Christmas return, with league points, pressure throws, and big regrets on the line — all in support of a brilliant cause.Merry Christmas from all of us at That Peter Crouch Podcast 🎄⚽Chumbawamba 00:00 - Festive jumpers, beers & Christmas vibes01:29 - Christmas Eve traditions & pub confessions02:50 - “The true meaning of Christmas” football-style03:32 - Introducing the football Nativity story03:45 - The Nativity begins: Mary Earps & Joseph Cole04:15 - Angel Di Maria delivers the big news05:03 - King Ledley’s decree & the journey begins05:42 - Dean Windass enters as the donkey06:33 - No room at the inn… Manuel Neuer says no07:10 - Peter Schmeichel offers the stable07:56 - Gabriel Jesus is born in the Nicky Banger08:35 - Shepherds receive the heavenly announcement09:17 - The Three Kings arrive with gifts09:47 - “What Christmas is all about”10:26 - Proud dad energy & jumper appreciation12:44 - Darts of Destiny returnsFollow our Clips page https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCLNBLB3xr3LyiyAkhZEtiAA For more Peter Crouch: Twitter - https://twitter.com/petercrouch Therapy Crouch - https://www.youtube.com/@thetherapycrouch For more Chris Stark Twitter - https://twitter.com/Chris_StarkInstagram - https://www.instagram.com/chrisstark/For more Steve Sidwell Twitter - https://twitter.com/sjsidwell Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/stevesidwell14 #PeterCrouch #ThatPeterCrouchPodcast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

On this week’s episode of That Peter Crouch Podcast, Pete, Sids and Chris are joined by a former teammate - with spells at Arsenal, Liverpool, Stoke and Portsmouth (as well as being a long-time friend of the pod!) winger Jermaine Pennant for one of the most honest and equally hilarious conversations the pod has ever had.Jermaine opens up about being labelled “wasted talent”, growing up with zero structure, and how a late ADHD diagnosis finally helped him understand the chaos, impulsive decisions and moments that defined his career. From becoming a £2m teenager at Arsenal to playing in a Champions League final with Liverpool, Pennant reflects on the highs, the lows, and the managers who either got the best out of him — or completely missed the mark.The lads also dig into dressing-room dynamics, the importance of man-management, why Steve Bruce got it right, why Rafa Benítez didn’t, and how football ultimately became Jermaine’s escape from childhood trauma. There are laugh-out-loud stories (including one unforgettable pair of Liverpool boots), emotional moments, and a powerful reminder that success isn’t always as simple as trophies and appearances.Plus, we’ve got darts chaos, Christmas plans, league twists and classic Crouchy tangents.As always — get involved in the comments. 🎯⚽Chumbawamba 00:00 – Welcome back & Sids’ birthday chaos02:45 – Four-day celebrations and golf madness05:12 – Christmas elves, parenting panic & festive pressure08:01 – Lingerie shopping: why men shouldn’t attempt it11:04 – Premier League predictions fallout13:18 – Sunderland sh*thousery & relegation worries15:42 – Christmas football, darts & festive fancy dress fears18:28 – Darts of Destiny explained20:41 – Jermaine Pennant joins the podcast22:06 – Life after football & media work24:38 – Pennant opens up on ADHD diagnosis27:12 – Understanding past mistakes through ADHD29:44 – Football as an escape from childhood trauma32:18 – Signing for Arsenal at 15 with zero structure35:01 – Unreal talent in the Arsenal youth setup38:22 – Why Pennant thrived when he was playing41:04 – Steve Bruce vs Rafa Benítez: man-management clash44:06 – Liverpool dressing room stories & boot chaos47:12 – Champions League final regrets50:01 – Turning down Everton to chase Liverpool dream53:18 – Birmingham relegation & waiting for the big move56:02 – Why first spells at clubs were always the best59:14 – What managers misunderstood about Pennant1:03:22 – Redefining success, legacy & self-acceptance1:07:48 – Jermaine Pennant wraps up & farewells1:09:30 – Darts of Destiny challenge begins1:11:52 – Chris’ pressure & final darts reactionsFollow our Clips page https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCLNBLB3xr3LyiyAkhZEtiAA For more Peter Crouch: Twitter - https://twitter.com/petercrouch Therapy Crouch - https://www.youtube.com/@thetherapycrouch For more Chris Stark Twitter - https://twitter.com/Chris_StarkInstagram - https://www.instagram.com/chrisstark/For more Steve Sidwell Twitter - https://twitter.com/sjsidwell Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/stevesidwell14 #PeterCrouch #ThatPeterCrouchPodcast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

On this week’s episode of the Peter Crouch Podcast, Pete, Sids and Chris dive head-first into the biggest football flashpoint of the weekend — Mohamed Salah’s explosive post-match comments.The lads break down exactly what he said, what he meant, and why this moment could signal a major turning point in his relationship with Liverpool. From dressing-room dynamics to how senior players should handle being benched.The boys also react to the World Cup 2026 group draw, sharing their early predictions, fears, and inevitable chaos ahead of the tournament. There’s also an emotional fan-gift reveal, nostalgic tales of Jose Enrique’s shoes, surprise cameos from a dubiously named road, and a proper Premier League roundup including Arsenal-Villa madness, Chelsea-Everton history, Palace-City patterns, and more.What do you make of Salah’s interview? And how are we feeling about England’s route to 2026?Also, please let us know what YOU’D like us to do for the World Cup down in the comments, or via our socials below!Chumbawamba 00:00 – Cold open & subscribe push 03:00 – Jingle Bell Ball stories & backstage chaos 06:00 – Fan gifts, Jose Enrique’s shoes talk returns 08:20 – First deep dive into Salah’s controversial interview 10:40 – Salah press-officer moment & grainy clip discussion 13:15 – Arsenal/Villa reaction + Crouchy in the crowd chaos 15:50 – Lando Norris shoutout & superstition around the pod 17:40 – Predictions scoreboard argument + maths accusations 19:30 – Chelsea vs Everton preview & stat shock of 1994 drought 22:45 – “Five” / CrouchFest music segment25:00 – Palace vs Man City history & Townsend volley memories 27:10 – Haier sponsorship29:40 – World Cup draw production chaos & Donald Trump’s cameo 32:00 – Kickoff times controversy & USA trip ideas (road trip?) 35:00 – Tailgating, BBQ on tour & “rubbing your meat across America” 40:00 – England’s group, early confidence, and knockout path chat 45:00 – Which nations could surprise? Outsider picks debated 50:30 – Heat in North America & players suffering—historic Ireland stories return 55:00 – Substitutes in the dressing room due to heat?! 58:00 – Emotional listener email (Hayley) + Crouchy sorts darts tickets (feel-good ending)Follow our Clips page https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCLNBLB3xr3LyiyAkhZEtiAA For more Peter Crouch: Twitter - https://twitter.com/petercrouch Therapy Crouch - https://www.youtube.com/@thetherapycrouch For more Chris Stark Twitter - https://twitter.com/Chris_StarkInstagram - https://www.instagram.com/chrisstark/For more Steve Sidwell Twitter - https://twitter.com/sjsidwell Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/stevesidwell14 #PeterCrouch #ThatPeterCrouchPodcast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.