That Peter Crouch Podcast

On this week’s episode of That Peter Crouch Podcast, the lads are joined by Fulham’s in-form winger and Welsh international Harry Wilson — and there are some unbelievable stories behind his rise.

Harry opens up about the incredible moment his grandad placed a £50 bet on him to play for Wales when he was just 18 months old — a punt that eventually paid out £125,000 when Harry made his debut years later. It’s a story so good it genuinely sounds like a film.

The conversation also dives into Harry’s journey through Liverpool’s academy, signing his first contract at just nine years old, and learning from elite players like James Milner, Adam Lallana, Mohamed Salah, and Roberto Firmino in Jurgen Klopp’s first-team training sessions.

Harry explains the reality of the loan system in football, including the tough spell that nearly derailed his career before a confidence rebuild back at Liverpool helped turn things around.
There are also brilliant insights into the Wales national team, including what it was like playing alongside Gareth Bale and Aaron Ramsey, the electric atmosphere of the Welsh anthem, how Craig Bellamy’s strict standards are shaping the new generation, and Harry reveals his personal favourite goal ever — a stunning free kick at Old Trafford for Derby County.

On top of that, there are of course some classic Crouch pod shenanigans, such as Sid’s surreal story about drinking Bollinger with Brazilian Ronaldo on a ski trip, debating the correct size of shin pads, and Crouchy settles the confusion around a recently surfaced video of him and Messi’s 1v1 in Croydon…

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00:00 - Subscribe song & Intro
01:21 - The “wrong glass for drinks” debate
03:30 - Sid’s ski trip and meeting Brazilian Ronaldo
06:20 - Asking Ronaldo what phone network he’s on
08:45 - Ski trip stories continue
10:48 - Harry Wilson joins the podcast
11:30 - Harry’s incredible season at Fulham
12:50 - Palace or Spurs goal – his favourite this season
13:45 - Listening to the podcast & life with a newborn
14:40 - Shin pad debate: modern footballers wear tiny ones
18:05 - Signing for Liverpool at just 9 years old
20:10 - Growing up in rural Wales
21:45 - The call from Ian Rush
22:50 - Wales debut at 16 years old
23:50 - The famous £50 bet from his grandad
26:30 - Passion & playing for your country
28:30 - Michael Sheen’s team speech
31:10 - The harsh reality of loan spells in football
33:00 - Injury setbacks and rebuilding confidence
33:50 - Training with Klopp’s Liverpool first team
36:40 - Best player in Liverpool training?
38:20 - England’s chances at the World Cup
40:00 - Craig Bellamy’s strict standards with Wales
42:10 - Bellamy’s dressing room rules
44:40 - What players do on Wales international camps
46:05 - Marco Silva’s impact at Fulham
47:55 - Harry reveals which phone network he uses
49:20 - Favourite goal ever: free kick at Old Trafford
51:00 - Set-piece tactics in modern football
55:00 - Listener questions & football stories
01:03:19 - Harry Wilson leaves the podcast
01:04:20 - Paddy Power’s Cheltenham segment
01:07:00 - Score predictions begin
01:10:30 - Spurs’ struggles discussed
01:16:10 -Crouchy and Messi in Croydon?
01:17:00 - Outro

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FROM THE VAULT: In this classic clip, Jamie Carragher and Peter Crouch share hilarious stories from inside the Liverpool dressing room, including the moment Crouchy embarrassed himself by unknowingly fancying Xabi Alonso’s partner.

The lads also dive into the elite mentality required to succeed at the very top of football. Carragher reflects on the relentless standards at Liverpool and with England, playing alongside legends like Steven Gerrard, John Terry, Frank Lampard and Wayne Rooney, and why winning games was never enough when the ultimate goal was lifting trophies in May.

They relive the pressure of competing for Champions League glory, giving a brilliant insight into the mindset and culture inside one of football’s biggest clubs.

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https://youtu.be/DnUpqQWob7w?si=GSNN4nc29vag6gG7

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On this week’s episode of That Peter Crouch Podcast, the lads hand over the reins completely… because you asked, and we answered EVERYTHING.

From the real story behind how the podcast first began at the BBC (yes, it was basically football’s version of One Direction), to nearly hitting 400 episodes and planning something huge for the 10-year anniversary — Pete, Sids and Chris take a proper trip down memory lane.

We dive into the one game Crouchy would replay forever (and the medal that still stings), Sids relives promotion chaos and post-match beers, and the boys get brutally honest about whether they would’ve taken the Saudi payday at the end of their careers.

There’s also Cheltenham madness, Harry Redknapp tip stories, footballers calling their jobs “appearances”, shocking dressing room nicknames, the worst Premier League kits of all time… and somehow, a serious debate about double pudding etiquette.

Plus — is Crouchy officially a free agent in the phone network transfer window?

As always, let us know in the comments:

- What game would YOU replay?
- Would you take the Saudi move?
- And how many “appearances” have you made at your job? 👀

00:00 - The “67% Don’t Subscribe” Plea
01:26 - The Great Phone Network Debate Begins (Again)
03:06 - Signing a 3-Year Deal… For £1 More?
04:02 - Vodafone Price Hike Rant
06:09 - “I Might Become a Free Agent”
06:49 - Giffgaff’s £10 for 40GB Offer
10:22 - Cheltenham Plans & Guinness Village Chaos
11:52 - Harry Redknapp’s Legendary Tip Story
14:13 - How The Podcast Actually Started
16:46 - The First Ever Photo
17:24 - 400 Episodes & 10-Year Anniversary Plans
18:01 - CrouchFest… On Tour in Pubs?
21:58 - Radio Stations We’d Love to Host
28:35 - Why Footballers “Train” For Their Job
31:17 - Sh*g, Marry, Avoid: Allardyce, Pardew, Pulis
32:37 - The One Game We’d Replay Forever
34:21 - Promotion, Beers & The Best Week Ever
43:05 - Would We Have Taken the Saudi Money?
49:38 - FA Cup Jackets & Macclesfield Moment
51:07 - Worst Premier League Kits of All Time
54:52 - Double Puddings/Kunis Confession
56:47 - Best Dressing Room Nicknames Ever

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FROM THE VAULT: In this clip, we look back at when Rod Stewart joined the lads to discuss his lifelong love of football, growing up in a football-obsessed household, and the hilarious rivalry he shared with fellow music icon Elton John.

Rod opens up about their competitive friendship in the 70s, outrageous Christmas presents, wild nights before heading off to watch Watford F.C., and the legendary moment Elton had his “Blondes Have More Fun” balloons shot down. He also reflects on scoring a hat-trick at Stamford Bridge during Soccer Six — much to the delight of his mate George Best.

If you like this clip, you can catch the full episode here:

https://youtu.be/J4sWFQq1AQc

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Les Ferdinand is back — and this one goes everywhere.

From the pressure of wearing the iconic number nine shirt to why modern football has drifted away from two-striker partnerships, Les doesn’t hold back. There’s a proper centre-forward masterclass in here — plus a full dissection of diving, simulation, and why shin pads have basically disappeared.

Yes… we’re starting the campaign to Make Shin Pads Great Again.

We also get stuck into the “blue card” debate, inverted wingers, why no one attacks crosses anymore, and whether football’s gone a bit too nice. Then it’s straight into predictions, the wife’s score calls, and one of the strangest deep dives into mobile phone providers you’ll ever hear on a football podcast.

Part 2 delivers.

If you love proper striker chat, nostalgia, and a bit of chaos — this one’s for you.

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00:00 – Beer in the Wrong Glass (Game’s Gone Already)
02:45 – “Memorabilia” vs Theft… Bus Stop Confessions
05:58 – Half-Term Chaos & Dad Life
07:34 – Ed Still: sniper’s dream
09:45 – Les returns for part 2
11:45 – Dressing room standards & how far respect actually travels
17:30 – Transition into deeper football chat before tactics debate
23:45 – Build-up to striker system discussion
31:12 – Why Football Needs Two Strikers Again
32:36 – Inverted Wingers & The Death of Crossing
33:25 – Shin Pads Are Getting Smaller?!
33:57 – “Make Shin Pads Great Again”
48:31 – The Pressure of Wearing the Number 9 Shirt
49:09 – Helicopters, Cup Finals & Big Moments
50:04 – Double-Strap Shin Pads Return
53:26 – Diving, Simulation & The “Blue Card”
54:22 – The “Have a Look at Yourself” Card
55:24 – Paddy Power Segment Begins
55:45 – Arsenal vs Chelsea Preview
1:08:16 – Listener Predictions & Service Provider Debate
1:15:05 – Giffgaff vs The Big Networks
1:17:26 – Final Premier League Predictions

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