Former professional footballer Michael Chopra opens up to Leon McKenzie and Steve Harrison about his struggles with a chronic gambling addiction, which led to him running up huge debts and coming close to taking his own life.He also discusses his charity work with 'Football For Peace' including a trip to the Maldives as part of a counter terrorism initiative for young children. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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After The Lights Go Out With Dermot Reeve
Former England and Warwickshire cricketer Dermot Reeve reveals to Steve Harmison and Leon McKenzie how a destructive cocaine addiction resulted in the loss of his media career, the breakdown of three marriages and living life today in supported housing on £6 a day.He also discusses how a strong spirituality has helped him find an inner peace, meeting the Red Hot Chilli Peppers and his future wish to move to New Zealand or Australia.Warning: This episode contains some strong language and adult themes. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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After The Lights Go Out With Lianne Sanderson
Join us as this week we chat to former Arsenal and England women’s striker Lianne Sanderson!We hear what it was like being the first openly gay footballer, reflect on the lack of an openly gay player in the Premier League, her work today as a football pundit, receiving vicious abuse on social media and what she perceives as a lack of respect post-retirement from the Football Association. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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After The Lights Go Out With James Haskell
Leon McKenzie and Steve Harrison are joined by England Rugby Union great James Haskell who discusses living with ADHD, overcoming a lack of self-belief and moving on from his time as a national hero to become a DJ. He also reflects on becoming a father and the break-up of his marriage following retirement from professional sport. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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After The Lights Go Out With Marcus Stewart
Leon McKenzie and Steve Harmison are joined by former Premier League footballer Marcus Stewart who offers a positive assessment of living life with Motor Neurone Disease.Marcus explains how he was diagnosed with the disease and how it has affected him both physically and mentally. He also discusses his charity work to raise awareness of MND and his hopes for a cure. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
After The Lights Go Out is the award-nominated talkSPORT podcast that digs into what happens to top athletes after the final whistle blows. With Steve Harmison and Leon McKenzie, this is life after sport - from the ones who’ve lived it. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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