My Mate's A Footballer Podcast
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.
Joe Wilkinson has always wanted a professional footballer to be his mate. Step forward Patrick Bamford, who has signed up to this podcast to work out if the pair really can become true friends. Joe is a lifelong Gillingham supporter and wants to discover what it takes to play the game at the highest level because you can't support a friend without understanding what they've gone through and the challenges they face. Pat has agreed to answer any question that Joe thinks of so they will cover plenty of ground and you get to hear insight and stories from inside the dressing room at a professional football club as the two hosts get to know each other by spending time together recording this podcast.
Episodes to download
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My Mate’s a Comedian
Thu 14 Nov 2024
Ricky Gervais, Katherine Ryan and Joe tell Pat about the world of comedy and stand-up.
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How to create the perfect set piece
Thu 7 Nov 2024
An episode about Tony Pulis gets sidetracked with chat about the art of set pieces.
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Fireworks, Fitness Coaches and Bus Drivers
Thu 31 Oct 2024
Joe discusses the remaining staff roles at a football club to see which one he fancies.
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Luke Ayling on Guardiola, Wenger and ‘Trojan’ Bamford
Thu 24 Oct 2024
Luke Ayling drops into the pod to discuss a storied career that began at Arsenal.
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Clangers, Team Train Journeys and ‘Spygate’
Thu 17 Oct 2024
The power is in the hands of the listeners for this episode - everything is on the table.
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Footballers’ Food Bills, Wild Cats and German Bread
Thu 10 Oct 2024
Joe decides what role he would most like to take on after hearing all about the club chef.
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The Kalvin Phillips Ep
Thu 3 Oct 2024
Pat invites his (other) friend Kalvin onto the pod to chat with Joe about Pep and Ipswich.
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Joe Wilkinson vs Pam the Receptionist
Thu 19 Sep 2024
Joe Wilkinson wants to make footballer Patrick Bamford become his new best mate.
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Could Joe Wilkinson Become a Kit Man?
Thu 12 Sep 2024
Patrick attempts to find Joe a role on the staff at Leeds United.
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The Youth Of Today
Thu 5 Sep 2024
What is it like for a young player in the cut-throat world of football?
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Boot Deals, Surprising Balls & Kit Launches
Thu 29 Aug 2024
Joe wants to discuss all the equipment that footballers use in their job.
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Re-Living Pre-Season: Pranks, Roommates And Go-Karting
Thu 22 Aug 2024
Patrick and Joe discuss what happens on a pre-season tour with a Championship club.
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How To Get Inside The Head Of A Football Player
Thu 15 Aug 2024
After the first game of the season Pat and Joe discuss the mind games involved in playing.
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Could Joe Wilkinson Be The Next England Manager?
Thu 8 Aug 2024
Pat discusses his wedding, the next England manager and how best to switch off on holiday.
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Patrick and Joe pick their England team for the Euros
Thu 13 Jun 2024
Pat and Joe get together for the last pod before they enjoy this summer’s Euros.
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What Happens on a Footballer’s Stag Do?
Thu 6 Jun 2024
Pat is back from Marbs and Joe is delighted to share the goss and see the photos.
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What Happens When A Player Gets Injured?
Thu 30 May 2024
Patrick and Joe chat about injuries and how clubs get their players fit.
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Arm Round The Shoulder or A Kick Up The…?
Thu 23 May 2024
Patrick and Joe chat about what makes a successful manager.
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The Secret to Playing at Wembley
Fri 17 May 2024
Joe and Patrick are reunited to talk about Leeds' playoff run and Pat's injury woes.
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How Do Footballers And Managers Deal With Pressure?
Thu 25 Apr 2024
Joe and Pat are reunited to discuss pressure and the birth of Pat’s second child.
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Is Joe Wilkinson Actually Good at Taking Free Kicks?
Wed 3 Apr 2024
Listen to the moment that you’ve all been waiting for and Joe has been dreading.
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Joe and Patrick Finally Meet at Leeds’ Training Ground
Thu 28 Mar 2024
After almost an entire series of a pod together Joe and Patrick finally meet in the flesh.
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Your Questions Answered - Part Two
Thu 21 Mar 2024
Pat gets grilled on his recent handball, VAR and developing the ‘dark arts’ of football.
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Your Questions Answered (Plus Erling Haaland's Lovely Lips)
Thu 14 Mar 2024
The lads answer your burning questions, allowing us to discover their favourite dinosaurs.
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What Does ‘Style of Play’ Actually Mean?
Thu 7 Mar 2024
Patrick nobly attempts to explain football tactics to a bemused Joe.
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Inside a Football Dressing Room (and a private jet)
Thu 29 Feb 2024
Joe is very excited to learn exactly what goes on inside a dressing room.
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The ‘Home Life’ of a Footballer
Thu 22 Feb 2024
Joe finds out what life is like for Patrick when he’s not focused on being a footballer.
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The First England Call-Up (Landmarks Part 2)
Thu 15 Feb 2024
Patrick discusses more of his landmark moments - his first goal and first England cap.
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Patrick Bamford’s Personal Team
Thu 8 Feb 2024
Patrick opens up about everything he’s invested in to deal with the pressures of football.