Retro Football Network Podcast

Legendary TV presenter Elton Welsby joins Gary Cook on the Retro Football Network podcast. Elton talks about Brian Clough, a man who he got to know well. Elton also takes your questions and answers them as only he can. Looking for books oozing football nostalgia? Game for a Laugh - the autobiography of Elton Welsby is available at www.eltonwelsby.com Gary Cook’s book The Retro Football Collection...

Author John Smith joins Gary Cook to discuss the 1981 classic film Escape to Victory and his book about it. This podcast conversation is perfect for anyone who enjoys the movie and 80s football nostalgia. John’s book “Escape” is available here: Click here Gary Cook’s book The Retro Football Collection - Memories from the pitch, TV and terraces is also available here: Click here This is a public ep...

Iconic TV presenter Elton Welsby joins Gary Cook on the Retro Football Network podcast. Elton talks about the legendary Bill Shankly, a man who he knew better than most. Elton also takes your questions and answers them candidly and with his trademark humour. Looking for books oozing football nostalgia? Game for a Laugh - the autobiography of Elton Welsby is available at www.eltonwelsby.com Gary Co...

Gary Cook is joined by Alan Tonge, a man who was there as the rebuild of Manchester United began before his career path changed and he had to adapt to two heart wrenching moments in his life. Alan’s book “From Red to Read: The Story of Fergie's First Fledgling” is out now. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit retr...

Gary Cook welcomes Jon Champion to the podcast Jon talks about his love of York City F.C. How he broke into commentary Life at the BBC, ITV and beyond The Premier League and Champions League And much more… This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit retrofootballnetwork.substack.com

Rod Studd started commentating in the late 80s and is still active today. In this episode he joins Gary Cook to talk about Leeds United, Eric Cantona, Paddy Crerand, Sir Alex Ferguson, Sid Waddell and much more. Rod is an entertaining man and an excellent storyteller. If you enjoy football nostalgia, don’t forget to subscribe to the Retro Football Network. Five times per week, you’ll find fresh co...

Gary Cook is joined by Kevin Toms, the man who created and influenced a whole genre of football management games. Listen to how Kevin had the idea, what happened next and how his legacy lives on today. Please remember to subscribe to the podcast and if you can leave a five star review, it will help my podcast grow. Here is the link to my articles: Please visit my Retro Football store too here: htt...

Gary Cook welcomes Marcus Alton to the Retro Football Network Podcast. Marcus is a huge Brian Clough fan and has written about him, campaigned for a knighthood and helped with funding for a statue. Learn new Brian Clough stories, as Marcus tells us about his hero and his dealings with the great man. Don’t forget to visit the Retro Football Network store either. Click on the link below: https://www...

Gary Cook is joined by Wayne Barton, the author of “Eternal”, a comprehensive biography on Duncan Edwards. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit retrofootballnetwork.substack.com

Author Rich Chamberlain is here with stories of Bobby Gould, Ron Atkinson, Dion Dublin and so much more as we revisit Coventry City in the Premier League. Check out his book “When The Sky Was Blue” Don’t forget to visit Viper Golf. https://www.vipergolf.co.uk/ Get £5 off your order. Check out their retro football designs. Also get 18 months for the price of 12 months when you become a full member...

Garry Thompson was a proper centre-forward. With a career that spanned 20 years he played for some great clubs like Coventry City, West Brom, Sheffield Wednesday and his boyhood team Aston Villa. Find out how he impressed Jimmy Hill. What did Graham Taylor think of his dress sense? Enjoy some great memories from this excellent guest. Order his autobiography here Don’t forget to subscribe and downl...

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In episode 2, host Gary Cook talks to radio presenter and commentator Ian Danter about his career, music and a passion for Birmingham City. Subscribe to the Retro Football Network and don’t miss a thing. You can join for free but there is a special offer available on paid content. Just click below to join: Subscribe here This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscr...

The Retro Football Network Podcast is here! In episode 1, host Gary Cook talks to comedian Elis James about the ups and downs of following Wales and Swansea City plus Elis shares other classic football memories. Subscribe to the Retro Football Network and don’t miss a thing. You can join for free but there is a special offer available on paid content. Just click below to join: OFFER This is a publ...