In this episode, join Adam as he visits the referee recognition awards in Manchester to speak to both of our award winners, along with some other special guests who he caught up with at the conclusion of the awards.

Isaac also shares his insight into village cricket, batting at number 11 and the demise of cricket tea's.

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Music by Darren Fellerdale

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In this episode, Adam and Isaac are joined by FA Refereeing’s Equality, Diversity & Inclusion Manager, Raj Randhawa.

Raj discusses how his love of football came about, why he supports Arsenal, and his roles in football in the North East of England. In this special episode, Adam takes on Raj in a quiz on Liverpool vs Arsenal, written by our very own Isaac Blakey.
Raj also shares the work he has done with the FA to promote equality in refereeing and his plans in this area.

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Music by Darren Fellerdale.

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In this episode, Adam & Isaac are joined by the author of ‘Blowing The Whistle: The Psychology of Football Refereeing’ and Berks & Bucks FA Referee Stuart Carrington.

Stuart discusses his interest in the psychology of football refereeing and where this interest has led him. He talks about his recent research into home bias, and the role of vicarious experiences for referees and shares his top tips for referees to manage their thoughts and emotions.

Stuart is also put to the test against Isaac on his knowledge of famous Stuarts. How well does Stuart know other Stuarts?

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Music by Darren Fellerdale.

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