Join Steve Harmison and Leon McKenzie as they sit down with former Arsenal, Liverpool, and Stoke City winger Jermaine Pennant, for an unfiltered, deeply honest conversation about the turbulent realities behind his high-profile career and his ongoing journey of self-discovery after hanging up his boots.

From gracing the pitch in the 2007 Champions League final to battling depression in silence, Jermaine reflects on how trauma, extreme success, and undiagnosed neurodivergence shaped his life both on and off the field.

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On this episode of After the Lights Go Out, Steve Harmison and Leon McKenzie sit down with British athletics legend Colin Jackson for a raw, unfiltered dive into life after elite sport.

On the track, he was unstoppable, a double World Champion, unbeaten in 44 races, and a world record holder for 13 years. But what happens when the stadium noise fades and you're forced to start from zero?

Colin opens up about the terrifying void of retirement, his secret battles with body dysmorphia and panic attacks during his peak years, plus how missing out on 1992 Olympic gold ultimately saved his career. From surviving on 800 calories a day to finding new purpose through stem cell therapy, broadcasting, and charity work.

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https://www.beateatingdisorders.org.uk/

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Join Steve Harmison and Leon McKenzie as they sit down with former Aston Villa midfielder and England international Lee Hendrie.

With over 250 Premier League appearances to his name, Lee appeared to have it all. But behind his top-flight career was a silent struggle. Today, as a respected co-commentator and pundit, Lee reflects on the devastating pain of leaving his boyhood club, facing bankruptcy, Divorce, battling epilepsy, and his attempts to take his own life.

CONTENT WARNING: This podcast includes strong language and covers topics surrounding suicide that some listeners may find upsetting.

If you or someone you know is struggling please reach out and find support:

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