Sport Is History

Cheats never prosper...well, try telling that to some. In this episode, Mark and Marcus unpack a variety of sporting scandals, from the Harlequins bloodgate incident to Rosie Ruiz joining the Boston Marathon only half from the finish and winning it. We look at the trials and tribulations surrounding those trying to get ahead of the curve. The pair also give their view on the recent Southampton FC...

Last minute goals, jubilation and heartbreak...winning a league title isn't quite as straightforward as you think. From Arsenal clinching top spot through goal average in 1971 to Manchester City's last gasp winner in 2012, Mark and Marcus wander back through time to take a look at some of the most thrilling title races. In this episode, the pair also relive Leicester's magnificent league victory i...

Being a referee isn't exactly easy...but it becomes a whole lot harder when you get it wrong! In this bonus episode, Mark and Marcus look back on some of the most outrageous refereeing decisions in football, both club and country. From incorrect offside calls to overzealous bookings, the pair break down some of the worst and most interesting choices made by referees. Stories include the 2009 Chels...

Major upsets, scintillating strikes and penalty saves. There can only be one day on the footballing calendar that houses such as brilliant chaos, the FA Cup final. In this episode we unpack four finals, each containing drama of their own! Mark unpicks Chelsea vs Leeds United from 1970 and Manchester United vs Brighton & Hove Albion from 1983, whilst Marcus looks at Tottenham vs Manchester City fro...

From Gordon Banks to Harry Kane...we're here! Mark and Marcus walks us through their all-time England XI from cat-like goalkeepers to sensational strikers, we dart across the decades looking at some of the most standout individuals to wear the 3-Lions shirt. We want to hear from you! Let us know about YOUR greatest England XI by emailing us at sportishistory@spiritlandproductions.com or following...

Watched by more than 1 billion people, the Indian Premier League, otherwise known as the IPL, has become one of the most valuable sporting leagues in the world. Unlike traditional, the IPL brought an all-new feel to cricket, fast cars, extortionate paycheques and bright lights, yet is regarded as one of the highest standard of domestic T20 cricket around. Mark and Marcus guide us through the birth...

On one Sunday night back in April 1985, 18 million people tuned-in to watch two men in bow ties try and pot a snooker ball in a theatre in Sheffield. Steve Davis vs Dennis Taylor was a game that had it all, some might say on paper the final was a mismatch but what occurred was in fact a night of surprise and a finish that has resonated down the ages. Mark and Marcus look back fondly on the rise of...

What better way to enjoy a Sunday afternoon than running 26.2 miles around the capital? With the London marathon fast approaching, Mark and Marcus hit the streets to find out exactly what the marathon is all about. Marcus shades light on his eventful experience running the London Marathon, we look back on some of the weird and wonderful outfits people have worn across the years and explore the uns...

The 2019 Masters held host to one of the most memorable sporting comebacks in history. In the midst of a career full of severe injuries, ongoing legal troubles and a desire to be the greatest golfer of all-time, Tiger Woods produced what can only be described as a miracle at Augusta seven years ago. In this episode, Mark and Marcus also give us an insight into what it's like interviewing the golfi...

On the 5th April 1997 – the world’s most famous horse race got postponed due to a bomb threat. What could have been a dark and depressing day turned out to be joyful and jovial. Mark and Marcus will take us back to that historic day and walk us through one of the most gripping equestrian events in sporting history. With heartwarming stories of Merseyside hospitality and tales of jockeys in their s...

From the roar of the crowd… to the moments that changed sport forever. What really happened behind the headlines? From the extraordinary history of the marathon… to the unforgettable comeback of Tiger Woods… Join Mark Pougatch and Marcus Buckland as they unpack the details you may never have heard and with their own experiences, they'll guide you through what it's really like on the ground. Learn...