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My Mate's A Footballer

Joe Wilkinson has always wanted a professional footballer to be his mate. Patrick Bamford has signed up to this podcast to work out if they can become true friends.

Radio 5 Live,42 episodes

Episodes

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My Mate’s a Comedian
Ricky Gervais, Katherine Ryan and Joe tell Pat about the world of comedy and stand-up.
14 Nov 2024,45 mins,
How to create the perfect set piece
An episode about Tony Pulis gets sidetracked with chat about the art of set pieces.
07 Nov 2024,37 mins,
Fireworks, Fitness Coaches and Bus Drivers
Joe discusses the remaining staff roles at a football club to see which one he fancies.
31 Oct 2024,37 mins,
Luke Ayling on Guardiola, Wenger and ‘Trojan’ Bamford
Luke Ayling drops into the pod to discuss a storied career that began at Arsenal.
24 Oct 2024,41 mins,
Clangers, Team Train Journeys and ‘Spygate’
The power is in the hands of the listeners for this episode - everything is on the table.
17 Oct 2024,35 mins,
Footballers’ Food Bills, Wild Cats and German Bread
Joe decides what role he would most like to take on after hearing all about the club chef.
10 Oct 2024,37 mins,
The Kalvin Phillips Ep
Pat invites his (other) friend Kalvin onto the pod to chat with Joe about Pep and Ipswich.
03 Oct 2024,42 mins,
Joe Wilkinson vs Pam the Receptionist
Joe Wilkinson wants to make footballer Patrick Bamford become his new best mate.
19 Sep 2024,31 mins,
Could Joe Wilkinson Become a Kit Man?
Patrick attempts to find Joe a role on the staff at Leeds United.
12 Sep 2024,30 mins,
The Youth Of Today
What is it like for a young player in the cut-throat world of football?
05 Sep 2024,37 mins,
Boot Deals, Surprising Balls & Kit Launches
Joe wants to discuss all the equipment that footballers use in their job.
29 Aug 2024,36 mins,
Re-Living Pre-Season: Pranks, Roommates And Go-Karting
Patrick and Joe discuss what happens on a pre-season tour with a Championship club.
22 Aug 2024,31 mins,
How To Get Inside The Head Of A Football Player
After the first game of the season Pat and Joe discuss the mind games involved in playing.
15 Aug 2024,36 mins,
Could Joe Wilkinson Be The Next England Manager?
Pat discusses his wedding, the next England manager and how best to switch off on holiday.
08 Aug 2024,35 mins,
Patrick and Joe pick their England team for the Euros
Pat and Joe get together for the last pod before they enjoy this summer’s Euros.
13 Jun 2024,32 mins,
What Happens on a Footballer’s Stag Do?
Pat is back from Marbs and Joe is delighted to share the goss and see the photos.
06 Jun 2024,42 mins,
What Happens When A Player Gets Injured?
Patrick and Joe chat about injuries and how clubs get their players fit.
30 May 2024,31 mins,
Arm Round The Shoulder or A Kick Up The…?
Patrick and Joe chat about what makes a successful manager.
23 May 2024,34 mins,
The Secret to Playing at Wembley
Joe and Patrick are reunited to talk about Leeds' playoff run and Pat's injury woes.
17 May 2024,34 mins
A Message From Patrick and Joe
A Message From Patrick and Joe
11 May 2024,1 min
How Do Footballers And Managers Deal With Pressure?
Joe and Pat are reunited to discuss pressure and the birth of Pat’s second child.
25 Apr 2024,38 mins
Is Joe Wilkinson Actually Good at Taking Free Kicks?
Listen to the moment that you’ve all been waiting for and Joe has been dreading.
03 Apr 2024,29 mins,
Joe and Patrick Finally Meet at Leeds’ Training Ground
After almost an entire series of a pod together Joe and Patrick finally meet in the flesh.
28 Mar 2024,28 mins,
Your Questions Answered - Part Two
Pat gets grilled on his recent handball, VAR and developing the ‘dark arts’ of football.
21 Mar 2024,34 mins,
Your Questions Answered (Plus Erling Haaland's Lovely Lips)
The lads answer your burning questions, allowing us to discover their favourite dinosaurs.
14 Mar 2024,37 mins,
What Does ‘Style of Play’ Actually Mean?
Patrick nobly attempts to explain football tactics to a bemused Joe.
07 Mar 2024,33 mins,
Inside a Football Dressing Room (and a private jet)
Joe is very excited to learn exactly what goes on inside a dressing room.
29 Feb 2024,37 mins,
The ‘Home Life’ of a Footballer
Joe finds out what life is like for Patrick when he’s not focused on being a footballer.
22 Feb 2024,36 mins,
The First England Call-Up (Landmarks Part 2)
Patrick discusses more of his landmark moments - his first goal and first England cap.
15 Feb 2024,32 mins,
Patrick Bamford’s Personal Team
Patrick opens up about everything he’s invested in to deal with the pressures of football.
08 Feb 2024,38 mins,