The Unpaid Pundits

Welcome back to The Unpaid Pundits! 🎙️⚽In this episode, we’re sitting down with the multitalented Sade—a brilliant photographer, videographer, content creator, and social media strategist who does it all! 📸🎬We dive deep into what life is really like behind the camera, breaking down the reality of balancing technical skill with creative vision. Sade shares her journey, how she wears multiple cre...

This week we're joined by Beau, a producer for TalkSport and One More Word WSL, to pull back the curtain on what actually goes into producing live sports coverage. We talk through how Beau broke into sports media, what a producer's job actually looks like day-to-day, and what it's really like working across TalkSport and the One More Word WSL. If you've ever wondered what happens b...

In this episode of The Unpaid Pundits, Beatrice and Anna are joined by Chelsea FC’s very own Lina for an inside look at the business behind the blue. ⚽💙Lina pulls back the curtain on her journey into the Premier League, breaking down what it really takes to work in global football partnerships, the high-stakes reality of managing big-brand deals at Stamford Bridge, and her biggest future aspirat...

In this episode of The Unpaid Pundits, Beatrice and Anna pull back the curtain on their personal journeys and take it back to where it all began. ⚽🔥They break down how they navigated their careers so far in the chaotic world of sports broadcasting, where they started, and where they are today. Whether you’re an aspiring creator or just love hearing behind-the-scenes hustle stories, tune in as th...

On this episode of The Unpaid Pundits, we are joined by two incredible guests: Maisie McNulty and Daisy Goodhand from Beyond The Pitch! ⚽🔥We dive deep into the real stories, culture, and growth of the women's game—from grassroots all the way to top-tier football—and talk about why unfiltered, authentic storytelling matters now more than ever. Huge thanks to Maisie and Daisy for dropping by a...

Welcome back to another episode of the Unpaid Pundits! In this episode of The Unpaid Pundits, we’re joined by the amazing Ally Tom to unpack the intersection of sports, social media, and sponsorship! We dive deep into the growth of women’s football and netball, what it really takes to build an authentic online presence, and the behind-the-scenes reality of how brand deals actually work. Whether yo...

🎙️ The Unpaid Pundits are back! When we started this podcast, we wrote down some big goals. Looking back now, it's crazy to see how many we've already achieved—from covering major women's football events and interviewing incredible people, to building opportunities we never imagined. But it's not all been smooth sailing. In this episode, we're having an honest catch-up about:⚽...

Welcome back to another episode of the Unpaid Pundits! This week, we are diving deep into the real-world logistics, challenges, and pathways of modern football. We are joined by an incredible guest, Michael Kennedy, who has worn multiple hats across the sport—including President of Football at St Joseph’s College and Executive Committee Member at Colchester United Women. In this episode, we talk o...

We headed to the FAWNL Play-Off Finals not just as fans, but to run the show behind the scenes as content creators, and stadium announcers. In this special episode, we pull back the curtain on what it’s really like to work a major football final. Joining us is a special guest who was in the trenches working the finals with us, sharing their own chaotic, brilliant matchday experience. From pitchsid...

What actually is the difference between a portfolio and a media kit? And do you really need a showreel if you have a CV?In this episode of The Unpaid Pundits, we are breaking down the absolute essentials of working in media. If you're trying to navigate the creative industry, you’ve probably heard these terms thrown around constantly—but in this episode, we're explaining exactly what a CV,...

In this mini episode of Unpaid Pundits, we look back on one of our most chaotic trips yet as we headed to Oslo. From travel mishaps and unexpected moments to plenty of laughs along the way, we're sharing everything that happened behind the scenes. We also talk about some exciting opportunities coming up, including our upcoming work at the World 7s tournament and the FA Cup Final after receivin...

How do you actually break into the sports media industry? In this episode of The Unpaid Pundits, we sit down with a Sky Sports Production Assistant to pull back the curtain on what it’s really like to work for one of the biggest broadcasters in the world. From starting out as a runner to working on live matchdays, our guest shares his exact career journey, what his day-to-day job looks like, and t...

We Let A Listener Take Over The Podcast! 🎙️⚽️In this episode of The Unpaid Pundits, we are joined by a very special guest! As the winner of our recent giveaway, Maya stepped up to the mic to show us how it’s done. Safe to say, she did not disappoint! A massive thank you to Maya and to everyone who entered the giveaway. We love our community, and we definitely want to do this again soon—let us kno...

The Unpaid Pundits | Episode #5 WE HAVE OUR FIRST GUEST! 🎙️ In this landmark episode of The Unpaid Pundits, we are joined by the incredible Liv McTigue—a powerhouse freelance content creator who is making waves in the sports industry. Liv breaks down her journey from the very beginning, sharing the "no-filter" reality of building a freelance career from the ground up. Whether you're...

The name of the pod might be The Unpaid Pundits, but today, the invoice finally cleared! In this episode, we’re breaking down the exact journey of how we landed our first official, paid roles in the industry. What We Discuss: The specific moment/connection that led to our first professional gig. What we learned about networking and standing out in a crowded space. Does this mean the podcast name h...

Everyone sees the sidelines and the microphones, but what happens when the cameras stop rolling? 🎥🎤In this episode, we're pulling back the curtain on the sports media industry. From the early starts and the "grind" of the entry-level roles to the adrenaline of a live broadcast, we're sharing the raw truth about what it’s actually like to work in this world. Whether you’re a stu...

We asked for your questions… and you didn’t hold back 😭In this episode, we go through your submissions and try to answer them as honestly as possible (maybe too honestly).Let us know your favorite moment — and send in more questions for next time!

The sports industry is harder to break into than ever before - so we decided to talk about it 🎙️Welcome to the very first episode of The Unpaid Pundits. In this debut, we’re pulling back the curtain on our personal journeys trying to land a paid role in the sports media world. Form the endless “no’s” to the chance encounter that brought us together, this is the story of how this podcast was born a...