Episodes
Hartley & Crossy are dedicating this episode to the wonderful Aleem Dar who recently broke the record for most ODIs as an on-field umpire. Congratulations, Aleem. Without a guest (again) it's a great opportunity for the girls to get through some of your questions and tackle pre-lockdown thoughts and feelings. This weeks discussions include the women's IPL, the WBBL and of course how often they wash their bed sheets.  
Published 11/06/20
Guess who's back...Back again! Crossy and Hartley have finally got back together to give you all what you have been waiting for, join the girls this week and you will not be disappointed.The girls feel they are back with a bang, they literally cover all topics from their two star review (they are still fuming about this), mental health, IPL and the WBBL. They even discuss who is most likely to take a bullet for the other. The girls look forward to you joining, don't forget to like, rate and...
Published 10/30/20
The season finale is here, and the girls are going out with a bang. Get the bevs ready because it’s time to play the No Balls drinking game and they’ve only gone and got Henry Two Fingers as their co-host! Take a sip.. Umpire reviews, magic trousers and questionable off-spin.. the gang literally cover it all. Also if any no ballers are looking for digs in the London area then get in touch with Henry, he needs a housemate! Washer & separate dryer included. See you all in a few weeks for...
Published 10/02/20
It's the penultimate episode of season two and the village podcast strikes again. This time by completely forgetting to upload an episode. Can it get any worse? I'm sure the girls will find out.This week, from different bubbles, Hartley & Crossy catch up and talk all things international women's cricket, pork pie smuggling and questionable leaves. 
Published 09/25/20
Apologies No Ballers, we forgot to upload the podcast. But here it is.Maybe this one needs no introduction.. just have a listen! 
Published 09/18/20
Hartley came good, finally. She bit the bullet, swallowed her pride and asked the question. Which meant the girls could welcome "the" Michael Vaughan on to No Balls: TCP this week. Questions about balls, concourse cricket, the 2005 Ashes series and women's cricket are put to Mick. Plus, one of the girls also reveals that she had a poster of Vaughan on her wall as a youngster. Another week of catching up as Hartley takes part in the Rachel Heyhoe-Flint Trophy and more bio-secure bubbles for...
Published 09/11/20
Welcome back to another episode of No Balls: The Cricket Podcast.Finally the girls have a guest, they have managed to twist the arm of Henry Moeran and quiz him about life on the 'dark side', working with Hartley and how women's cricket has changed over the years.The girls also talk all thing Rachel Heyhoe-Flint, captaincy and why Hartley hasn't washed her hair for what looks like 30 days. 
Published 09/04/20
It's been more than a year since the girl's have been team-mates but this weekend they will be taking the field together in the inaugural Rachael Heyhoe-Flint Trophy.  Find out what they think going into the weekend. Raw onions, away trips and washing machine overuse. Season two is delivering all the hot topics of conversation. We need some emails though so please get in touch on [email protected]
Published 08/28/20
There really was no reason for a new season but the girls are happy and enjoying recording the podcast again. Listen to this weeks episode and find out if the girls think they are just as funny as the week previous.They talk about all sorts this week, from women's cricket to loose bowels.  You name it they talk about it.Find out why Crossy had a near death experience and how Kev is getting on with the new job. (also Kev if you are listening, how are you getting on?)
Published 08/21/20
After a couple of weeks away, Hartley and Crossy are back with a bang! The break has meant No Balls: TCP is into it's second season. After a lengthy catch up the girls discuss the England bio-secure bubble, the creation of North-West Thunder as well as the postponement of the World Cup. Not to mention the eclectic mix of emails that have been sat waiting to be opened. A day on the bench? Explained. Embarrassing stories? Of course. Need a name for your new dog? They'll help. 
Published 08/14/20
Listen to this week's episode to find out why the girls talk about their personal lives, what they really think of Dom Sibley's batting performance and if they did or did not win a British Podcast award. This week the girls don't have a guest and it isn't their funniest but Hartley doesn't swear for the first time in weeks, so if you ask them it is 100% a win win.As always pass the pod onto a friend.
Published 07/24/20
Hey all you cool cats & kittens. Firstly, thanks to Hartley for turning up for this episode, although the hangover does seem to shine through. Secondly, apologies if she sounds like her pet goldfish just died. It has taken 24 episodes but the girls finally have something named after them. Make sure you listen to find out what it is.An episode of No Balls wouldn't be complete without a few embarrassing stories, and this one is no exception. Which England cricketer has Crossy been DM'ing...
Published 07/17/20
Crossy promised Hartley that she would get Shikha Pandey on the podcast, she took the plunge and asked the question, Shikha said yes.Listen to this weeks episode to find out if Shikha really is or isn't a pilot, how Crossy accidently slid into one of the England boys DMs and how Hartley had to have a sit down shower after not getting the backing from her captain 12 months away from a competition. Sorry about the language, Hartley forgets we have a no swear rule this week.
Published 07/10/20
The hindsight podcast strikes again with the big news that Hartley has signed her retainer contract to become a professional cricketer, once again! The girls discuss what this means and how it shapes the future for women's cricket.The girls begged for emails and you did not disappoint. From sensible chats about changing the women's game to animal impressions and mattress analysis, this episode is less maverick but certainly no less fun.
Published 07/03/20
Well well well...you twisted Crossy's (rubber) arm and now the girls are back. Listen to this weeks episode to find out how the girls got on at Chester Zoo, what they got up to on their annual leave and how many emails they got begging to carry on with the podcast. You guys asked... THEY DELIVERED!!! 
Published 06/26/20
It's a long one, but the girls have a lot to catch up on. Lost bets, adopting elephants, favourite deliveries, umpiring and a brand new drinking game; this episode literally has everything. This could potentially be the final episode of No Balls: TCP, with the girls deciding to take a little innings break next week. Can Hartley persuade Crossy to come back in two weeks?If it is the final episode then Hartley's description of a man hole sends the girls out with a bang. *Face palm emoji* 
Published 06/12/20
Join Hartley & Crossy for this weeks episode of No Balls: TCP, the girls have decided to go to the dark side and invite a journalist onto the podcast. Find out who Vithushan Ehantharajah's favourite (or least favourite) players are to interview, why he took a trip from Edinbrugh to Poulton Le Flyde and what he really thinks of Michael Jordan.
Published 06/05/20
It has taken 9 weeks of lockdown but the girls did their first socially distanced podcast TOGETHER! Amazing. Although this means there might be a bit of background noise.. apologies!Hartley and Crossy have a good catch up, get through a lot of emails and sneak some LBWs in at the end for good measure. From batting advice to bath-time habits, this episode is another maverick one. This episode may contain some strong language.  
Published 05/29/20
Well would you believe it, the girls have got yet another guest, this week they welcome the worlds best spinner Sophie Ecclestone. Soph helps co host the full episode of No Balls: TCP where we cover all the emails we have been sent and especially the ones from her family.This weeks episode is very light hearted, so give it a listen to lighten up your day.
Published 05/22/20
The girls finally got their acts together and got a special guest on No Balls: TCP this week. We welcome England World Cup winning captain; Heather Knight!Heather tackles the 'Cross Examination (Let's get to the Hart of the matter)' as well as answering all the questions you sent in and reminds us of a very unfortunate incident involving Anya Shrubsole.We also hear an official confession regarding bananas and a lobster in a toilet! 
Published 05/15/20
The feud is finally over and normality has resumed. Another week of lockdown means another episode of No Balls: TCP for everyone to enjoy.The email inbox is full again which means the girls tackle all your queries and LBWs as well as touching on what the cancellation of the Hundred looks like in the women's world. Also, David Warner, if you're listening.. drop us an email!
Published 05/08/20
Even in the middle of a friendship feud the girls manage to film another episode of No Balls: TCP. Having unfollowed Hartley on twitter, Kate has now been blocked!Hartley and Crossy tackle some more emails and even hand out some more dodgy advice. From discouraging coaches to house flies to explaining the Hundred to Carole Baskin; episode 14 is an off-piste special. Shout out to all the Olympic athletes looking to hit their PBs; this is the podcast you need! 
Published 05/01/20
Join us to find out why Kate and Alex have officially unfollowed each other on social media this week. Was it Hartley's fault? Only time will tell.In this weeks episode the girls tackle all the emails you have been sending in over the past couple of weeks because, quite frankly, they kept forgetting. Tune in to see what advice is given to a young pup who wants to ask their best friend out on a date and to see if Hartley can or cannot read the emails without stuttering.
Published 04/24/20
World Cup & Ashes winner, Isa Guha, join Alex & Kate on this week's episode to discuss all things on the pitch and in the commentary box. The girls asked Isa the questions you sent in, found out what she's been up to in lockdown and got to the bottom of some timeless tweets.Apologies for the sound on this particular episode, there were some technical difficulties!
Published 04/17/20
The girls finally manage to track Keaton down but it's not as simple as it sounds. Technology was never Keaton's strongest point. Alex and Kate ask him all the questions you sent in, touching on dress sense in the England changing room, dopplegangers, short-leg and what being bald in 30+degrees is like.Stay home and listen. 
Published 04/10/20