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The Managers

The Managers

By: Pop Pop Productions
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 The Managers is your new go-to podcast for straight-talking football insight, hosted by former Premier League bosses Mick McCarthy and Tony Pulis. Each week, the experienced duo break down the biggest talking points from across the English game — no fluff, no filters. They’ll also sit down with managers from all levels of the game to dig into the real-life challenges of life in the dugout, exploring the highs, lows, and everything in between. Can podcasting get any better? It can…Pop Pop Productions Football (Soccer)
Episodes
  • Why Spurs should keep Frank, will Man Utd skip big-name appointment & Glasner issue at Palace

    Why Spurs should keep Frank, will Man Utd skip big-name appointment & Glasner issue at Palace
    Feb 3 2026
    In the latest episode of The Managers, Mick McCarthy and Tony Pulis discuss the scrutiny on Thomas Frank and why he should be given more time at Tottenham. Brought to you by BOYLE Sports. The guys look at Michael Carrick’s dream start as interim manager at Manchester United and whether the club should keep him and avoid another big-name appointment. They also discuss the current uncertainty at Crystal Palace and whether keeping Oliver Glasner on until the end of the season is the right answer. Plus, there’s time to talk about the EFL, including Coventry’s dip in form and that incredible rant from Swindon Town boss Ian Holloway. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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    47 mins
  • Steve McClaren: Behind Fergie's Man Utd, England pressure, Boro glory & crazy Jim Smith stories

    Steve McClaren: Behind Fergie's Man Utd, England pressure, Boro glory & crazy Jim Smith stories
    Jan 27 2026
    In the latest episode of The Managers, Mick McCarthy and Tony Pulis are joined by Steve McClaren Brought to you by BOYLE Sports. Steve reflects on the early stages of his coaching career, sharing how Jim Smith played a pivotal role in shaping him at Derby County. He then looks back on his time at Manchester United, including working under the legendary Sir Alex Ferguson and being part of the historic treble-winning side of 1999. The conversation turns to his spell at Middlesbrough, where Steve guided the club to its first major trophy and an unforgettable European adventure. He also opens up about his time as England manager and explains why the pressure of the role is unlike anything else in football. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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    1 hr and 20 mins
  • Lee Bowyer: Inside Leeds United plane crash, Dyer clash at Newcastle, Charlton & Birmingham years

    Lee Bowyer: Inside Leeds United plane crash, Dyer clash at Newcastle, Charlton & Birmingham years
    Jan 21 2026
    In the latest episode of The Managers, Mick McCarthy and Tony Pulis are joined by Lee Bowyer. Brought to you by BOYLE Sports. Lee reflects on his early playing career, discussing how reserve-team football played a crucial role in shaping him as a teenager. He then looks back on his time at Leeds United, including working under George Graham, undergoing surgery to save his eyesight, and surviving a plane crash involving the first-team squad. The conversation moves on to his spell at Newcastle United, where he played under Sir Bobby Robson and Graeme Souness - and, of course, the infamous altercation with team-mate Kieron Dyer. Lee also opens up about his managerial career, sharing the challenges he faced during his time in charge at Charlton Athletic and Birmingham City. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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    1 hr and 21 mins
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