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Framed: The Snooker Podcast
Explore the sport of snooker, from its biggest names to sharing stories of the people involved at all levels of the game.
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Episodes
Rebecca Kenna: It's hard for women to make a breakthrough as part of a minority 01.04.2024 26:58
Explore the sport of snooker, from its biggest names to sharing stories of the people involved at all levels of the game. With Shabnam Younus-Jewell.
Tony Knowles 25.03.2024 26:58
Tony Knowles is a three times World Championship semi-finalist, two times ranking title winner and famous for making headlines on the front and back pages.
Nigel Bond: “It’s great to still be involved in the sport” 18.03.2024 26:59
After 33 years as a professional, Nigel Bond retired in 2022. He is now a coach and member of the WPBSA Board. He tells Shabnam how grateful he is that snooker remains a huge part of his life.
Steven Hallworth: It is the best time to be a professional snooker player 11.03.2024 26:59
Steven Hallworth is the English Amateur Champion and talks about wanting to get back on the professional tour and an upcoming appointment at the altar.
Dominic Dale: It is great to see snooker breaking into different territories 04.03.2024 26:58
Explore the sport of snooker, from its biggest names to sharing stories of the people involved at all levels of the game. With Shabnam Younus-Jewell.
Mick Price: I quite like being part of snooker history 26.02.2024 26:58
Mick Price is known for having the fastest 147 made against him by Ronnie O'Sullivan but he had a solid professional career in his own right and he talks to Shabnam Younus-Jewell.
Rachel Casey: I am very lucky to do the job I have 19.02.2024 26:59
Rachel Casey is the face of snooker on Eurosport and discusses her career, working with some legends of the sport and gives Shabnam some off-camera stories.
Colvin O'Brien: Achieving the first century can never be taken away from me 12.02.2024 26:59
Colvin O'Brien plays snooker at the top level despite losing the sight in one of his eyes. He talks to Shabnam Younus-Jewell about overcoming setbacks to play the game he loves.
Phil Yates: He was so short he couldn't reach the table to re-spot the blue ball 05.02.2024 26:58
Phil Yates has been covering snooker for more than 30 years and has even lost to a 10 year-old Ronnie O’Sullivan. He also has an early tip for this year's World Championship.
Ryan Thomerson: I love being on tour but I need more wins 31.01.2024 26:58
The Australian tour pro Ryan Thomerson tells Shabnam Younus-Jewell about chasing his dream, car valeting and house renovating.
Mary Talbot: I loved watching the men under pressure against me 29.01.2024 26:57
Mary talks about her life in snooker and her ongoing battle with Crohn’s disease.
Jackson Page 15.01.2024 26:58
Up and coming Welsh snooker player Jackson Page chats with Shabnam Younus-Jewell about learning under the wing of Mark Williams and wanting to be better than Ronnie O’Sullivan. Jackson also discusses his early years playing, learning under the wing of Mark Williams and losing weight and getting fitter to make him a better player.
John Virgo: "Where's the cue ball going came from Ted Lowe!" 08.01.2024 26:59
The much loved BBC commentator and former Big Break star tells Shabnam how he went from snooker player to TV personality. JV talks trick shots, impersonations and how much he still loves working in the sport he has contributed to for over 50 years.
Barry and Eddie Hearn: New year special 01.01.2024 26:58
The famous father and son behind the Matchroom Sport empire join Shabnam to chat snooker. As well as that they talk boxing and new year's resolutions.
Neil Robertson and Django Fung: Christmas special 25.12.2023 26:59
The 2010 world snooker champion chats to Shabnam from Australia joined by his manager. Neil is taking a long break, hoping to come back fighting for the rest of the season. His manager Django Fung joins the party from Hong Kong, to mainly tell stories of when Neil has been at his forgetful best!
Steve Feeney: Playing It Straight 18.12.2023 27:00
The coach behind the SightRight technique which has helped three world champions. This has transformed the careers of Ronnie O'Sullivan, Mark Williams and Stuart Bingham. Steve explains the origins of his method and his most proud moments.
Liam Pullen: "I'll take being Selby in the future" 11.12.2023 27:00
The teenage professional Liam Pullen on his idol Mark Selby and his friendly rivalry with Stan Moody. The York player also tells Shabnam about growing pains, being helped by Peter Lines and his dog Ronnie.
Varshaa Sanjeev Kumar: Shooting for the stars 04.12.2023 26:59
The World Women’s player tells Shabnam how she juggles snooker with the film industry. Varshaa from India also talks about her ambitions to turn professional and increase the representation from her country.
Steve Davis: Crucible King to Glastonbury God 27.11.2023 37:00
The Essex snooker great invites Shabnam into his dressing room at the UK Championship. He talks about his continuing involvement with the tournament in York and his new career in music. The six time world and UK champion also discusses his lasting friendship with Barry Hearn and the future of the game.
Iulian Boiko: The youth from Ukraine aiming high 20.11.2023 27:00
The youngest player to turn professional talks about being part of an exciting new era. Iulian also reveals to Shabnam how the conflict in his country has affected his family and career.
Michael Holt: The Hitman targets tour return 13.11.2023 27:00
The Nottingham player reveals his best coaching tips to Shabnam Younus-Jewell. He also explains how his main ambition at the moment is getting back on the World Snooker Tour.
Ivan Hirschowitz: The snooker fan doing his dream job for over 20 years 06.11.2023 26:59
The World Snooker Tour Head of Media reveals what it’s like to work in the sport he loves. Ivan and Shabnam also discuss how they wouldn’t swap the late nights and thrilling finishes for any other job.
Lukas Kleckers: “I want to be a role model for other Germans” 30.10.2023 26:59
German player Lukas Kleckers on his hopes to inspire others in his country to play. He also tells Shabnam how demanding life is for him in professional snooker.
Jamie Hunter: "If being out and proud makes a difference, it's better than any trophy" 23.10.2023 26:59
Transgender snooker player Jamie Hunter talks to Shabnam about being on the women's tour. She shares the highs of winning and the lows of having to defend her participation on the world roster.
Django Fung: "I look for smart players who can play” 16.10.2023 27:00
Shabnam finds out how top snooker manager Django Fung works with superstar clients like Ronnie O’Sullivan, Judd Trump and Neil Robertson. The Essex businessman explains how the Rocket was responsible for launching his management career before he introduced him to Steve Peters & reveals if he’s named after a Western.
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