Reviews
“I love this Podcast. It’s absolutely brilliant! I love learning about the individual games and the history around them. Any chance you gentleman can do a World Cup version. Where you analyze every World Cup.”
Themutster via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
09/05/22
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“I’m a big fan of Jonathan and Marcus does a wonderful job of moderating, but I wish the recording quality was better. Jonathan is difficult to hear - can you speak a bit louder and at a slightly higher pitch? Keep up the great work.”
sfvc08 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
08/13/21
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“Love this podcast but wisjh they could switch the volume up a bit, always find the volume a bit low. Great discussions though.”
Seaside Scott via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
07/24/21
“Think of it as the Reader's Digest of footballing world. It is a little bit on the "die-hard" side as it often discussing obscure and historical football games of yesteryear era. Unlike many other UK-based podcast, it doesn't focused mainly on the English football league. Indeed,...”Read full review »
Cryptic of Symphony via Apple Podcasts ·
Malaysia ·
07/20/21
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“Jonathan Wilson takes research to a new level. I cannot commend this pod high enough. It is just a pity that he is referred to as “Wilson” he deserves his full title or at least his Christian name !!”
kjhuugy via Apple Podcasts ·
Australia ·
06/28/21
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“I was recently introduced to The Blizzard and their Greatest Games series. Marcus is a great host, facilitating an interesting conversation between Jonathan and the guest to draw out the human story behind the scoreline. My "greatest game" was covered, and brought forward many reflections...”Read full review »
sunrays7 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
05/16/21
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“Social history blended with critical football events… truly the best football pod in an era of many. Expertly hosted by Speller… with the incomparable Wilson and expert guest adding the perspective, detail and colour.”
Chelsea David via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
05/09/21
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“Superlative podcast shining a light on the socio-historical as well as the footballistic .”
sfpods via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
04/29/21
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“Imagine your favourite professor going on a tangent about a famous sporting moment...every episode. It’s brilliant.”
Beff Jezos via Apple Podcasts ·
Canada ·
04/07/21
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“Basically readings from a selection of articles published in the football-oriented The Blizzard over the years. The original is an excellent publication for the football-minded with always interesting articles penned by some of the best journalists around. Sadly, at some point, they changed the...”Read full review »
Corso 65 via Apple Podcasts ·
Italy ·
04/06/21
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“I have been following Jonathan Wilson for over a decade now. He has shaped my knowledge of football. Marcus Speller is also awesome. Never knew about him before the Podcast but did my research and awesome. The guests are amazing. Awesome pod and highly recommended.”
Skynet1987 via Apple Podcasts ·
South Africa ·
04/02/21
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“Absolutely superb podcast, the show works so well. You’ve got the great mix of the guest talking about something they love, Jonathan Wilson bringing the historical context and Marcus hosting brilliantly also adding his insights and thoughts.”
KCRulesOK via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
03/27/21
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“Really enjoying the Greatest Games podcast, superbly presented by Marcus Speller. Jonathan Wilson’s insight is invaluable. And the special guest always brings an extra something. Much recommended.”
Nenpod via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
03/26/21
“Well hosted by the superb Marcus and the knowledge of mr Wilson on all things European football 1st class. Add in the subject matter expert on the game bringing energy and a touch of geekiness is brilliant. Could do with a Forest Game at some point hint hint”
Matty=) via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
12/17/20
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“Please please please bring bang the theme tune from the Football Ramble days. 5 stars regardless.”
Matt, Sydney/London via Apple Podcasts ·
Australia ·
11/17/20
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“and will be staying. Been waiting for a couple of months for Greatest Games to start again and I’m not disappointed. Great pod fantastic guests”
Barberrism via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
11/09/20
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“A wonderful and erudite display of football intellect in print or audio. I look forward to the Greatest Matches to return.”
radar o'reily via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
09/24/20
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“The Blizzard is unquestionably some of the finest — if not THE finest — writing about football available today. The care and craft that goes into each issue is extraordinary, and now to have these articles available in podcast format is truly a wonderful gift. Both the selection of readings and...”Read full review »
Aesyka via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
07/11/19
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“This podcast used to be perfect - I am a fan of and loyal subscriber to The Blizzard. The new narrators speak far too fast, and the audio quality is abysmal. I have the volume turned up to maximum walking on a fairly quiet street and can barely hear it. Get better microphones or mix the sound...”Read full review »
mir_rai via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
06/14/19
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“Insightful and well told”
MarcGDavis240575 via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
06/05/19
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“The content is good but the narrator’s voice is always too low. Can barely hear it on my iPad mini speakers when most other podcasts sound fine.”
Lømza via Apple Podcasts ·
Ireland ·
05/24/19
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“I hate to say it, but I had to give up after the new guy took over around the start of 2019 (or they changed something in production)”
Peteracarter via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
03/21/19
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“Love the Blizzard! Best in-depth resource for all things football! ❤️⚽️”
Holliwoodinc via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
02/28/19
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“If you love football you'll love this. Start with the "Bicycle Thief" episode and I wager that you will listen to all of them afterwards. As a German native: very clear and understandable English. Great!”Read full review »
Sosu Dizo via Apple Podcasts ·
Germany ·
12/21/18
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“I really do enjoy The Blizzard podcast. Great to hear some of the past stories repurposed from the print publication. I enjoyed the collaboration between The Blizzard and By Association. It added another dimension to the storytelling of football stories.”
AODaveLee via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
06/06/17
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“Each episode is a gem. Long form, thoughtful pieces. Worthy of both your attention and support.”
Olunclegearhead via Apple Podcasts ·
Canada ·
06/04/17
“I always look forward to the random slice of football writing that is presented so well in this podcast. Always insightful even on topics I think I know well.”
meltwaterfalls via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
04/10/17
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“Whether your a fan of football/soccer, sports generally or just good story telling and writing, you should be listening to this podcast.”
@PaulBurkett1 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
04/04/17
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“Really terrific listening , informative and provocative footie topics”
Shane O'Toole via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
03/10/17
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“A great listen anytime, perfect for driving home after work, especially when needing contact with football while avoiding spoiling scores from matches played, recorded, and unviewed. Two recent pod readings reaffirm Ecclesiastical truths regarding the absence of new things under the sun (but,...”Read full review »
Marcos, el Rubio via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
01/26/17
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“Downloaded the podcast to listen to what I thought would be intelligent conversation about football while I did data cleaning work for my research on football. 3 minutes into it and I heard enough complaining about Trump that I had to check and make sure I downloade the right podcast. ...”Read full review »
EconKerr via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
12/24/16
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“I only came across 'The Blizzard' in the past few weeks and figured I would try the podcasts as an intro to the publications. I love these episodes, they are perfect for the trips to and from work (45-60 minutes for me). They are insightful and well thought out.
I find a lot of media...”Read full review »
buhpuhguh via Apple Podcasts ·
Australia ·
09/28/16
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“No other publication has articles near as interest as The Blizzard. Thanks to all who contribute.”
Sjmcgrath via Apple Podcasts ·
Canada ·
09/19/16
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“Love the Blizzard on my iPad but I actually prefer the podcasts as I drive a lot. My only wish is that everything they do would be on the podcast.
Best sports writing I have ever seen. Love it.”
43People via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
09/03/16
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“Excerpts from back issues of the magazine, always a fascinating listen.”
Montigol via Apple Podcasts ·
Ireland ·
07/30/16
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“A wonderful, wide lens look at the beautiful game. Always thought provoking, filled with insight and well executed. A supreme pleasure of a podcast.”
jnrknight via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
07/23/16
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“The articles are interesting and excellently-written. Very well produced. Highly engaging.”
Strictly Come Daniel via Apple Podcasts ·
Ireland ·
07/20/16
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“Brilliantly researched articles, brilliantly delivered. Showcasing perfectly the old idiom that the best thing about football is that it's not really about football.”Read full review »
Rory Bonass via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
07/19/16
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“Get this to get a taste of the full blizzard. Then buy the blizzard.”
AndyH_NZ via Apple Podcasts ·
New Zealand ·
07/16/16
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“Amazing stories delivered weekly. Highly recommend this to football supporters, high-quality storytelling that reaches back into football lore and the contemporary economics, contradictions, and realities of today's game.”Read full review »
Smithers971 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
06/11/16
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“Hello The Blizzard Team
The article selection for the podcast is amazing. I believe you are working on the Q&As podcasts the sound is not as good.
As a football fan in Africa i enjoy the pod simply because its very informative by giving stories of different aspects of this beautiful game
I...”Read full review »
Baraka Brax via Apple Podcasts ·
Tanzania ·
06/09/16
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“Insightful and always interesting”
PearsonIn via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
05/25/16
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“The Blizzard podcasts covers football like no one else. Should be top of your list if you're after an interesting, humorous, intelligent and interesting view of the game. Highly recommended and a worthy companion to The Blizzard Quarterly!”
WalkOn_77 via ·
05/13/16
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“If you feel that football is a love not just for the 90 minutes, not just for the goals and assists, but for the narrative behind the game, the stories behind the men that played the game, ran the game and football's shadow on everything from politics to daily life, this is the podcast for...”Read full review »
Vikas Vijayaraghavan via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
05/13/16
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“Engaging diverse stories from the Blizzard archives. Is so good I purchased a subscriptoon to the mag”
Humm79 via Apple Podcasts ·
Australia ·
05/11/16
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Lkjgdsa via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
05/10/16
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