I Had Trials Once...

On next weeks Patreon episode of 'I Had Trials Once', our very own Jordan Hulme is in the hotseat talking through his career in non-league football, from being a 'wonderkid' at Manchester United, to (sort of) crossing paths with Big Sam at Bolton and Gary Neville's harsh truth!Oh, and Mike Phenix is back alongside Gaz as our guest co-host for the episode...You're not going to want to miss this one, so if you haven't already, sign up to Patreon here 👇https://www.patreon.com/c/ihadtrialsonce/me...

This week Gaz & Jordan are joined by former Bolton, Falkirk, Rochdale, Mansfield, Peterborough, Carlisle, Gillingham & Morecambe defender...Rhys Bennett!Rhys sits down with the boys to discuss everything from playing men's football at an early age to becoming a Twitch streaming during lockdown!Rhys then talks about his relationship with Keith Hill, his incredible time at Rochdale and the promotion parties that followed.The lads then chat about Rhys' time playing for Steve Evans, final...

This week Jordan & stand in co-host Grant Shenton are joined by former Preston, Leeds, Bolton, Fulham, Wolves, Liverpool & Everton goalkeeper...Andy Lonergan!Andy sits down with the boys to discuss his early time in football at Preston and why outfield pundits critiquing goalkeepers is nonsense! Andy then talks friendship with England goalkeeper Jordan Pickford, Getting his big move to Leeds United and why Marcelo Bielsa wouldn't let him have butter on his toast!The lads then cha...

I Had Trials Once is back again for a brand new season...This week Jordan & Gaz are joined by former Fylde, Stockport, Peterborough, Salford, Tranmere, Gillingham, Rochdale & Southport player…Danny Lloyd!Danny sits down with the boys to discuss his early time in football at Blackburn Rovers’ academy before making a name for himself in non-league.Danny talks openly about how he almost retired from football at 24 years old before Jim Gannon convinced him to reconsider and join Stockport...

It's time for a new series and we've changed things up slightly...We've had to leave out some of the best stories recently as we've had sponsors, which we're sick of doing...So we're launching a Patreon for just £3 per month! It helps us keep the lights on and able to have unfiltered episodes.If Patreon isn't for you though, we'll still have a couple of episodes released normally wherever you listen to the pod.Full details below 👇https://www.patreon.com/ihadtrialsonce/membershipSupport the show

I Had Trials Once is back again for another episode...This week Jordan & Gaz are joined by former Everton, Walsall, Cardiff, Hull, Huddersfield, Oldham, Shrewsbury, Carlisle & Chesterfield Centre Back...Anthony Gerrard!Anthony sits down with the boys to discuss his time at Cardiff, Being dropped for the play-off final & issues with Dave Jones.Anthony talks about his time at Hull City on loan, Playing with Jimmy Bullard and Dave Jones wanting him back at Cardiff.Anthony then chats ...

I Had Trials Once is back again for another episode...This week Jordan & Gaz are joined by former Everton, Walsall, Cardiff, Hull, Huddersfield, Oldham, Shrewsbury, Carlisle & Chesterfield Centre Back...Anthony Gerrard!Anthony sits down with the boys in the first part of the pod to discuss his early days at Everton and coming through the ranks with Wayne Rooney.Anthony talks about how quick people are to forget just how good Wayne Rooney was, How he was as a person and why he was alwa...

I Had Trials Once is back again for another episode...This week Jordan & Gary Stopforth are hosting a special episode of the pod and are joined by our very own...Gareth Seddon!Gaz sits down with the boys to discuss his early career in football and spending 8 years in Blackburn Rover's academy.The lads then chat about Gaz joining the RAF before joining Everton on trial and training with Paul Gascoigne & Duncan Ferguson.Gaz then openly discusses his difficult spell with injuries includi...

I Had Trials Once is back again for another episode...This week Jordan & Gaz are joined by former Stockport, Rochdale, Rotherham, Reading, Cardiff, Bolton, Wolves, Wigan Sydney FC, Mumbai City & Hibernian forward...Adam Le Fondre!Adam sits down with the boys in the second part of the pod to discuss Neil Lennon's man management & initial love for Bolton Wanderers.Adam then openly discusses his difficult spells at Wolves and Cardiff after his return to Bolton collapsed as well as al...

I Had Trials Once is back again for another episode...This week Jordan & Gaz are joined by former Stockport, Rochdale, Rotherham, Reading, Cardiff, Bolton, Wolves, Wigan Sydney FC, Mumbai City & Hibernian forward...Adam Le Fondre!Adam sits down with the boys in this two parter to discuss everything from the early years at Stockport and Rochdale to finally achieving his dream of scoring in the Premier League.Adam talks to Jordan & Gaz about the brilliance of Keith Hill and David Fl...

I Had Trials Once is back again for another episode...This week Jordan & Gaz are joined by former Man City, Swindon, Peterborough, Rochdale, Fleetwood, Rotherham, Bradford and current Wellington Phoenix player...David Ball!David sits down with the boys to discuss everything from coming through Manchester City's academy to making the move to Wellington Phoenix and playing in the A-League.David talks to Jordan & Gaz about what early life was like at Manchester City, playing with the lik...

I Had Trials Once is back again for another episode...This week Jordan & Gaz are joined by former Halifax, Fleetwood, Tranmere, Gateshead, Salford, Stockport and Oldham defender...Liam Hogan!Liam sits down with the boys to discuss everything from early days with Jamie Vardy to captaining his hometown club to promotion at Wembley.Liam talks to Jordan & Gaz about how his early life in football, Growing up with Scott Hogan and playing alongside Lee Gregory and Jamie Vardy at Halifax.Liam...

I Had Trials Once is back again for another episode...This week Jordan & Gaz are joined by former Chelsea, Oldham, Sheffield Untied, Coventry, Blackpool, Fylde & Southport midfielder...Danny Philliskirk!Danny sits down with the boys to discuss everything from being in Chelsea's academy to playing for his hometown club and everything in between.Danny talks to Jordan & Gaz about how he ended up in Chelsea academy having left Oldham and began training with the likes of Frank Lampard,...

I Had Trials Once is back again for another episode...This week Jordan & Gaz are joined by former Chester, Telford, Stockport, Lincoln, Notts County, Wrexham & York defender...Sean Newton!Sean sits down with the boys to discuss everything from shock League One move to modelling with Romelu Lukaku.Sean talks to Jordan & Gaz about how he once accidentally played whilst he was suspended and as a result was kicked out of the FA Cup!Scott then discusses his shock loan move from non-lea...

I Had Trials Once is back again for another episode...This week Jordan & Gaz are joined by former Lincoln, Watford, Ipswich, Rotherham, Notts County, Hartlepool, Barnet, Chesterfield & Derby goalkeeper...Scott Loach!Scott sits down with the boys to discuss everything from playing non-league football to being called up to the England first team.Scott talks to Jordan & Gaz about how he moved from non-league Chesterfield to League One Derby County and what last season's promotion par...

I Had Trials Once is back again for another episode...This week Jordan & Gaz are joined by former Crewe, Fleetwood, Shrewsbury, Plymouth, Bolton, Stockport and now Bradford midfielder...Antoni Sarcevic!Antoni sits down with the boys to openly discuss his Bolton Wanderers exit for the very first time.The last time Antoni was on the pod he had just signed for Bolton, he talk to Jordan & Gaz about becoming the captain & the pride of winning promotion from League 2.Antoni then openly ...

I Had Trials Once is back again for another episode...This week Jordan & Gaz are joined by former Crewe, Exeter, Tranmere, Leyton Orient and current Barrow defender...George Ray.The boys talk everything from unique football side hustles to representing Wales at under 21 level.They then discuss the early days coming through at Crewe Alexandre with the likes of Perry Ng before becoming one of the only players to make their professional debut at Wembley!George then openly discusses the emoti...

I Had Trials Once is back again for another episode...This week Jordan & Gaz are joined by former Bradford, Rotherham, Fleetwood & Portsmouth winger...Gareth Evans.The boys talk everything from being labelled a wonderkid by Sir Alex Ferguson to swapping the football league for non-league.They then discuss the early days at Bradford City, THAT viral penalty miss against Accrington & Why there is something seriously wrong with the club.Gareth then reveals his various run ins with fo...

I Had Trials Once is back again for another episode...This week Jordan & Gaz are joined by former Stockport, Barrow, Bamber Bridge & Ramsbottom winger...Daz Green.The boys talk everything from winding opposition players up on the pitch and getting into their heads to clashing with managers.They then discuss early days in football, Initial struggle at Crewe Alexandra and playing under the current England assistant manager Steve Holland.Daz reveals the pranks players would play on each ...

I Had Trials Once is back again for another episode...This week Jordan & Gaz are joined by South African cult hero and current Warrington Rylands player manager...Dean Furman.The boys talk everything from the growing up in South Africa to coming through the ranks and training with the first team at Chelsea.They then discuss Dean's international career and how he became a South African cult hero and captaining the team in the African Cup Of Nations.Dean then talks about the decision to lea...

This week there sadly isn't a video episode because Jordan is getting a trim at Legoland so instead we thought we'd treat you to a best of the best special.Featuring hilarious throwback stories our day one listeners will remember from the likes of Mike Phenix, Nicky Adams, Danny Higginbottom and more! Like when Danny Higginbottom revealed Tony Pulis used to drop his Stoke City players if it was too windy. Or the time when Stockport County manager Jim Gannon refused to do a SkySports...

I Had Trials Once is back again for another episode...This week Jordan & Gaz are joined by the owner, steward, kit man, manager, scout and new non-league legend...Marc White.The boys talk everything from the creation of Dorking Wanderers and how they have risen from the 17th division to the National League.They then take a detailed dive into what it actually takes to be a football club owner and just how much money goes into funding a fifth-tier team.Marc then openly talks about Dorking's...

I Had Trials Once is back again for another episode...This week Jordan & Gaz are joined by one of the only players to score in four different decades and in the top four English leagues...Aaron Wilbraham.The boys talk everything from being Carlton Palmer's big time shouts to running through a thorn bush for Martin Allen.They then take a detailed dive into Aaron's career from scoring a debut goal for Stockport against Manchester City, Issues with Karl Robinson at MK Dons and finally reachi...

I Had Trials Once is back again for another episode...This week Jordan & Gaz are joined by one of the toughest non-league defenders and Chorley FC legend...Andrew Teague.The boys talk everything from being teammates with former Brighton & Chelsea manager Graham Potter to Jon Parkin's traffic tissues.They then go into detail about spending almost a decade at Chorley FC, stepping into the world of management & how loans work in Non-League.Finally they chat about picking up and recov...

Another week...another I Had Trials Once episode!This week Jordan & Gaz are joined by our most requested returning guest...Gary StopforthThe boys talk everything from setting the record straight about THAT night in Clitheroe and life in football since the first podcast appearance.They then go into detail meeting Gareth Southgate, the issues with being a player-manager & the impact covid had on the football world.Finally they chat about Gary's new venture into the world of Sunday leagu...

Another week...another I Had Trials Once episode!This week Jordan & Gaz are joined by former Wigan Athletic, Bradford City, Stockport County and current Altrincham player...Ollie Crankshaw.The boys talk everything from the best pranks in football to meeting Pep Guardiola in a lift & also what life was like at Wigan during THAT administration era!They then go into detail about life as a footballer, the impact of Covid and all of the differences between being semi-pro and professional.I...

We’re BACK with another I Had Trials Once episode!Jordan & Gaz are joined by former Wigan Athletic graduate and current Warrington Rylands manager...Michael Clegg.The boys discuss everything from partying with Nicolas Anelka at his wedding to needing a life saving heart operation whilst playing for Wigan!They then go into detail about life as a non-league manager and the issues that come with it including signing Jordan on loan, His star players disappearing after winning player of the se...

We’re BACK with another I Had Trials Once episode!Jordan & Gaz are joined by former Blackburn Rovers, Blackpool, Bradford, Salford & Dundee manager, Gary Bowyer.The boys discuss everything from meeting the great Brian Clough for the first time to what that first time being sacked really feels like!They then go into detail about the turbulent times working for the Venkys, Karl Oyston & the class of 92 before chatting about strange superstitions and what relegation actually means fo...

We’re BACK with another I Had Trials Once episode and it's a belter!Jordan & Gaz are joined by former FC United, Ramsbottom, Chester and Stalybridge goalkeeper Grant Shenton.The boys discuss everything from Troy Deeney's recent sacking and how much worse gets said in non-league, as well as what life as a non-league player is actually like!They then talk bust ups with the fans, signing on fees and being the only player not to be taken to Salford City with Bernard and Johnno.If you're wanti...

We’re BACK with the first I Had Trials Once episode of the new year!Jordan & Gaz are joined by former Manchester United, Middlesbrough and Wales star Clayton Blackmore to go over his life before, during and after football.The boys discuss everything from why Cristiano Ronaldo is superior to Lionel Messi to what it was like seeing the class of '92 burst into the first team at Manchester United!Later in the pod they talk Paul Gascoigne and how he once destroyed Middlesbrough's brand new tea...

We’re BACK with another episode of I Had Trials Once!Jordan & Gaz are joined by two familiar faces in Nicky Adams & Tom Kennedy for an I Had Trials Once Christmas special!The boys discuss everything from footballers trying to get suspended to have more time off over Christmas to what a football team's Christmas party is actually like!Later in the pod they talk what the Christmas period is like as a footballer before going head to head in quiz with the loser having to do a forfeit!&nbs...

We’re BACK with another episode of I Had Trials Once!Jordan & Gaz are joined by former Blackburn Rovers & Aston Villa left back Alan Wright as they discuss everything from playing against Barcelona to playing for Fleetwood Town.Wright also talks about trying to defend against a young David Beckham and what Alan Shearer is really like off the pitch.Alan then goes into his life after football and what it's like to coach at Manchester City.Support the show

We’re BACK with another episode of I Had Trials Once!Jordan & Gaz are joined by current FC United of Manchester manager Neil Reynolds as they discuss what playing non-league football is really like.Reynolds also speaks about the time his Clitheroe team got into a brawl on their Christmas party and how he accidentally ghosted Kelly Brook on a date.The guys also talk football superstitions and what really happened to Bobby Grant's move to FC United?Support the show

We’re BACK with another episode of I Had Trials Once!Jordan & Gaz are joined by former Sheffield Wednesday, Doncaster, Blackburn Rovers & Preston defender Tommy Spurr as they talk Joey Barton's forfeit wheel & playing against Pep's Manchester City team.The former full back also speaks about his time at Sheffield Wednesday, Dean Saunders' hitting golf balls in his office & which player he dislikes the most in football.Tommy discusses the best players he's played with, dealing w...

We’re BACK with another episode of I Had Trials Once!Jordan & Gaz are reunited as they sit down with former Manchester City wonderkid Paul Marshall to discuss everything from playing for England to retiring in the 7th tier of English football.The former midfielder also talks about growing up with Micah Richards & Daniel Sturridge, Manchester City's HUGE takeover, training with Carlos Tevez, Robinho & Elano as well as being tipped to be England's next superstar.Paul also explains t...

We’re BACK with another episode of I Had Trials Once!Watch as Gaz sits down with former Luton, Crystal Palace & Rochdale forward Calvin Andrew for an incredibly open and honest chat, covering topics from both on and off the pitch.The former attacker also talks about overcoming big injuries at an early age, winning the league with Luton and playing with former Champions League winner Edgar Davids.Calvin also explains how important honesty, respect and loyalty is in football, with a special...

We’re BACK for a brand new series of I Had Trials Once!Watch as Jordan and Gaz sit down with former Charlton and Bristol City manager Dean Holden for an incredibly open and honest chat, covering topics from both on and off the pitch.The former defender also talks about his time at Bolton, Oldham, Peterborough United, Falkirk, Shrewsbury, Chesterfield and how he went on to transition into coaching and management.Dean Holden also addresses recent rumours about an imminent return to management i...

Part Two of our episode with former Salford City co-manager Anthony Johnson, alongside hosts Gareth Seddon and Jordan Hulme.Jonno shares his story including the reasons behind his departure from Salford City, reveals which of the Class of '92 is his favourite and shares his experiences of managing both Chester and Spennymoor. Support the show

After almost 5 years of trying to get him on, one of the most requested guests finally said yes...Former Salford City and now Radcliffe Borough co-manager Anthony Johnson joins Gareth Seddon and Jordan Hulme for the I Had Trials Once podcast that had to become a two-parter there's so much in there!Jonno talks about his playing career and the early stages of his managerial career, which resulted in him getting the job working under Premier League legend and host of The Overlap, Gary Neville an...

A Premier League managerial legend and now podcast host with No Tippy Tappy Football, Sam Allardyce joins Gareth Seddon and Jordan Hulme for our latest episode of I Had Trials Once...Big Sam talks us through the good times at Bolton Wanderers, explains exactly what happened with the England job and shares plenty of stories from his playing days to how he managed to sign Jay-Jay Okocha...Support the show

Our latest I Had Trials Once guest joining Gareth Seddon and Jordan Hulme is former Everton and Plymouth striker Nick Chadwick.Nick shares plenty of stories from his career, from playing alongside Paul Gascoigne and Wayne Rooney at Everton to managing Jordan at Fylde... and everything in between!Support the show

Our latest I Had Trials Once guest joining Gareth Seddon and Jordan Hulme is Karl Robinson, who after a career in Non-League football has gone on to manager almost 700 games in the EFL and shared a dugout recently with Sam Allardyce at Leeds United.Karl discusses the reasons and behind the scenes reaction to Big Sam comparing himself to Pep Guardiola, shares plenty of stories from his Non-League days and discusses his next step in football.Support the show

Our latest I Had Trials Once guest is former Oldham, Chesterfield, Barnsley, Bolton, Wigan AND plenty more clubs, Craig Davies!The striker talks through his career that took from the North West of England to northern Italy and back, as well as plenty of stories about managers teammates over the years...Support the show

This week Gareth Seddon and Jordan Hulme are joined by former Bury, Rochdale, Leicester City and Barnsley defender Tom Kennedy, for the latest episode of I Had Trials Once...Topics range from Kieran Trippier's pinpoint accuracy in the schoolyard to playing under Sven-Göran Eriksson at Leicester, and as always, plenty in-between! 🎧 You can listen to the full episode wherever you normally get your podcasts via the link below!https://podfollow.com/i-had-trials-once#kierantrippier #foo...

After a couple of years away, the podcast is finally back with 'Neil Warnock's son' Paddy Kenny kicking off the new series alongside Gareth Seddon and Jordan Hulme.Topics include eating pork pies during a game, almost fighting with Kevin Blackwell and what happened when Anton Ferdinand didn't celebrate QPR's survival on the final day of the season in THAT "Agueroooo" game!Support the show

An audio recording of our weekly LIVE Extra-Time pod with Gareth Seddon, Curtis Woodhouse and Nicky Adams talking all things football.The lads answered viewer questions, discussed the latest football news and of course shared plenty of behind the scenes stories from their careers...Support the show

A recording of our weekly LIVE Extra-Time pod with Gareth Seddon and Curtis Woodhouse talking all things football.Gareth Seddon and Curtis Woodhouse answered viewer questions, discussed the latest football topics and of course sharing plenty of behind the scenes stories from their careers...Support the show

A recording of our weekly LIVE Extra-Time pod with Gareth Seddon, Nicky Adams and Curtis Woodhouse talking all things football.We're absolutely delighted to introduce the first episode of our BRAND NEW podcast; IHTO Extra Time!Gareth Seddon, Nicky Adams and Curtis Woodhouse will be taking questions, discussing the latest football topics and of course sharing plenty of behind the scenes stories from their careers...Support the show

It's been a while but we're back for 2021 with a brand new LIVE show with a twist.Gaz will be joined by IHTO legends Nicky Adams and Curtis Woodhouse to share plenty of opinions, debate the beautiful game and in true pod style, share plenty of stories...Join us LIVE on Thursday night - full info on where you can watch will be shared on our Twitter and Instagram accounts (@IHadTrialsOnce)Hope you can join us!#IHadTrialsOnce Support the show

A podcast you wouldn't find anywhere else...It's easily one of our best episodes to date, with an I Had Trials Once legend!Mike Phenix talks us through how he spent lockdown stopping criminals and chasing cars.Enjoy! Support the show

Welsh Premier League side Connah's Quay Nomads striker Jamie Insall is our latest guest with an incredible journey both on and off the pitch!It's safe to say he's had an eventful career so far and shares his story with the lads...✍️ Beer52 have provided us with an exclusive link to get 8 beers and a snack for the price of the postage which is £5.95!Claim HERE: www.beer52.com/trialsSupport the show

Bolton Wanderers' new signing Antoni Sarcevic joins us to talk about his move back to the North West after a promotion winning season with Plymouth Argyle.The journey from Woodley Sports all the way to League One, including how somebody being stuck in Ibiza led to a trial with Blackburn Rovers...✍️ Beer52 have provided us with an exclusive link to get 8 beers and a snack for the price of the postage which is £5.95!Claim HERE: www.beer52.com/trials----------------------------------------------...

Promotion specialist Nicky Adams is back for part-two, days after winning a play-off final win with Northampton Town.The first episode with Nicky has been our most downloaded yet and part two didn't disappoint...✍️ Beer52 have provided us with an exclusive link to get 8 beers and a snack for the price of the postage which is £5.95!Claim HERE: www.beer52.com/trials---------------------------------------------------------------------------✍️ The Athletic are giving I Had Trials Once listeners a...

One of our most popular guest announcements so far, Steve McNulty is our latest I Had Trials once guest.From coming through the youth team at Liverpool to changing room fights with our very own Gareth Seddon - it didn't disappoint...✍️ Beer52 have provided us with an exclusive link to get 8 beers and a snack for the price of the postage which is £5.95!Claim HERE: www.beer52.com/trials---------------------------------------------------------------------------✍️ The Athletic are giving I Had Tr...

Our latest guest is no stranger to the headlines after an incredible career on the pitch and an interesting one off it...Jermaine discusses his time at several clubs from starting his career with Arsenal to retirement with Non-League Billericay Town.✍️ Beer52 have provided us with an exclusive link to get 8 beers and a snack for the price of the postage which is £5.95!Claim HERE: www.beer52.com/trials---------------------------------------------------------------------------✍️ The Athletic ar...

QPR winger Marc Pugh AKA The Foodie Footballer is our latest #IHadTrialsOnce guest...Marc discusses a career that started at Burnley before spells with Bury, Shrewsbury Town, Hereford United before joining Bournemouth for 9 years and reaching the top level of English football under Eddie Howe.✍️ Beer52 have provided us with an exclusive link to get 8 beers and a snack for the price of the postage which is £5.95!Claim HERE: www.beer52.com/trials-------------------------------------------------...

Non-League Billericay Town manager Jamie O'Hara joined us to talk through a career of highs and lows, which included spells at Spurs, Wolves, Fulham and Blackpool.He also discussed his time on TV show Big Brother and how Jedward aren't on his Christmas card list...✍️ Beer52 have provided us with an exclusive link to get 8 beers and a snack for the price of the postage which is £5.95!Claim HERE: www.beer52.com/trials---------------------------------------------------------------------------✍️ ...

Blackpool captain Jay Spearing is our latest I Had Trials Once guest, talking through his career including working with 'King' Kenny and one or two plonkers...We also cover his time at Liverpool, Bolton Wanderers and Blackburn Rovers.✍️ Beer52 have provided us with an exclusive link to get 8 beers and a snack for the price of the postage which is £5.95!Claim HERE: www.beer52.com/trials---------------------------------------------------------------------------✍️ The Athletic are giving I Had T...

Fleetwood Town chairman Andy Pilley is our latest I Had Trials Once guest, talking us through how he went from setting up a business in his bedroom, to signing and selling one of the best English strikers of recent times in Jamie Vardy.Andy also shares his thoughts on the current situation in League One and how Joey Barton will go on to be a top manager after an impressive start to his time at Fleetwood Town.ENJOY!✍️ Beer52 have provided us with an exclusive link to get 8 beers and a snack fo...

The perfect I Had Trials Once guest...Current West Brom striker Charlie Austin talks through a career that took him from non-league football all the way to the Premier League, including a few funny stories along the way...ENJOY!✍️ Beer52 have provided us with an exclusive link to get 8 beers and a snack for the price of the postage which is £5.95!Claim HERE: beer52.com/trials---------------------------------------------------------------------------✍️ The Athletic are giving I Had Trials Once...

Former Chelsea, West Ham and Celtic striker Carlton Cole is our latest I Had Trials Once guest.The former England international shares hilarious stories from his career, including how you should never trust Jermain Defoe...ENJOY!✍️ Beer52 have provided us with an exclusive link to get 8 beers and a snack for the price of the postage which is £5.95!Claim HERE: beer52.com/trials---------------------------------------------------------------------------✍️ The Athletic are giving I Had Trials Onc...

Following our first EFL manager with Gareth Ainsworth, Plymouth Argyle manager Ryan Lowe is our latest I Had Trials Once guest with his side currently third in League Two.The dilemma of planning for what league they will be in next season is discussed, with the outcome of the current season still unknown.The former Bury boss also talks about the highs and lows of his time at Gigg Lane, his relationship with owners, interviewing for the Plymouth job and much more...ENJOY!✍️ Beer52 have provide...

Former Reading, Wycombe Wanderers, Nottingham Forest, Derby County, Blackpool, Doncaster Rovers, Kilmarnock, Notts County and current Chesterfield striker Nathan Tyson is our latest #IHadTrialsOnce guest...Enjoy!✍️ Beer52 have provided us with an exclusive link to get 8 beers and a snack for the price of the postage which is £5.95!Claim HERE: beer52.com/trials---------------------------------------------------------------------------✍️ The Athletic are giving I Had Trials Once listeners a FRE...

Wycombe Wanderers manager Gareth Ainsworth is our latest #IHadTrialsOnce guest on our first ever video podcast!After a successful playing career with the likes of Wimbledon, QPR and Wycombe, Ainsworth has made a name for himself as a manager. We also find out the reason behind his nickname 'Wild Thing'...Enjoy!✍️ Beer52 have provided us with an exclusive link to get 8 beers and a snack for the price of the postage which is £5.95!Claim HERE: beer52.com/trials-----------------------------------...

Part two of I Had Trials Once with former Sheffield United, Birmingham City, Peterborough United, Hull City & Grimsby Town footballer Curtis Woodhouse...After hanging up his boots following a hugely successful career on the pitch, Curtis became a professional boxer and went on to win a British title.He shares stories from on the pitch and in the ring, as well as a few additional stories you'll no doubt enjoy...✍️ Beer52 have provided us with an exclusive link to get 10 beers and a snack f...

Former Sheffield United, Birmingham City, Peterborough United, Hull City & Grimsby Town footballer Curtis Woodhouse is our latest I Had Trials Once football podcast guest.After hanging up his boots after a hugely successful career on the pitch, Curtis became a professional boxer and won a British title.He shares stories from on the pitch and in the ring, as well as a few additional stories you'll no doubt enjoy - such as how he confronted a Twitter troll...✍️ Beer52 have provided us with ...

Despite semi-lockdown, we recorded a special episode of I Had Trials Once, which included chats on the phone with Sheffield United player Ben Osborn and Chester player Gary Stopforth. The pair provided a different perspective on how they're handling the current situation and what they think might happen for the remainder of the season...✍️ Beer52 have provided us with an exclusive link to get 10 beers and a snack for the price of the postage which is £4.95!Claim HERE: beer52.com/trials-------...

Former Accrington Stanley, Blackpool, Southampton and Preston striker Brett Ormerod joined Gareth Seddon and Jordan Hulme to discuss a career that took him from working part time in a textile factory whilst playing for Accrington to playing in the Premier League.✍️ Beer52 have provided us with an exclusive link to get 10 beers and a snack for the price of the postage which is £4.95!Claim HERE: beer52.com/trials---------------------------------------------------------------------------✍️ The A...

Back by popular demand, Liam Dickinson returns to I Had Trials Once for part two...The former Stockport, Derby County, Huddersfield Town and Leeds United striker has just landed from a trip to Amsterdam and has plenty more stories to tell!Our sponsor Beer52 has provided us with an exclusive link to get 10 beers and a snack for the price of the postage which is £4.95!Claim HERE: beer52.com/trialsSupport the show

Joining Gareth Seddon and Jordan Hulme for our season finale is one of our most popular guests in Paul Linwood.The former Tranmere Rovers, Chester City, Grimsby Town, Fleetwood Town and Salford City defender touched on several topics, including his controversial first appearance on the I Had Trials Once podcast...✍️ Our partner The Athletic are giving IHTO viewers a FREE 7-day trial when you join through our exclusive link... ⚽Claim yours here!www.theathletic.co.uk/ihadtrialsonce 👇Support the...

New year, new pod. Join Gaz and Jordan as they speak to Liam Dickinson to find out about his 'wild boy' reputation...Dickinson played for Stockport County, Derby County, Huddersfield Town, Blackpool, Leeds United and many more clubs, scoring a winning goal at Wembley in a play-off final along the way. Find out how Joey Barton ‘squashed’ him with his wallet, the story of his time at Derby County and how he went from warming up next to Ronaldo and Nani to playing Non-League football... Oh...

Following a busy Christmas of Non-League fixtures, the pod is back for the final episode of 2019 and after a week off, Gaz is back to rejoin Jordan.A current teammate of Jordan, our final guest of the decade is Altrincham goalkeeper Tony Thompson. The guys discuss how their Christmas has been, a few Christmas stories and also discuss Tony's career, which started at Rotherham United as a professional. His other clubs include Morecambe, Chester and Fylde.✍️ Our partner The Athletic are giving I...

Former Liverpool, Hull City, Tranmere, Preston, Grimsby Town and now Non-League Atherton Collieries midfielder John Welsh is our latest I Had Trials Once guest. John's stories include his experiences coming through the ranks at Liverpool and playing in their successful Champions League winning season. ✍️ Our partner The Athletic are giving IHTO viewers a FREE 7-day trial when you join through our exclusive link... ⚽️Claim yours here! 👇www.theathletic.co.uk/ihadtrialsonceSupport the show

This week the guys are joined by former Arsenal, Man City, Leicester City and Blackburn Rovers striker Paul Dickov. Topics include THAT famous goal against Gillingham, the impact Joe Royle had on Manchester City and beating Liverpool as manager of Oldham... Enjoy!✍️ Our partner The Athletic are giving IHTO viewers a FREE 7-day trial when you join through our exclusive link... ⚽️Claim yours here! 👇theathletic.co.uk/ihadtrialsonceSupport the show

This week the guys are joined by former Premier League player and current Sky Sports pundit, Danny Higginbotham. They talk everything from his early days at Manchester United to his lifelong support of Jordan's current side, Altrincham FC... Enjoy!Support the show

I Had Trials Once... is back with a trip to Hull to meet up with the one and only Dean Windass. The episode covers everything from his play-off winning goal to nearly attacking a certain Robbie Savage in the Players Lounge after a game. Enjoy!✍️ Our partner The Athletic are giving IHTO viewers a FREE 7-day trail when you join through our exclusive link... ⚽Claim yours here!www.theathletic.co.uk/ihadtrialsonce 👇Support the show

This week Jordan is flying solo as Gaz is off ill. So with the help of his trusty sidekick ' Princess', he interviews former Liverpool striker Adam Morgan on the highs and lows of his career so far. They discuss everything from riot vans on tour with Brendan Rodgers, to a bust up with Yeovil Town manager Gary Johnson... EnjoySupport the show

This week the guys sat down for a special episode of 'I Had Trials Once', answering listener questions and discussing a range of topics ranging from who their dream podcast guest would be, to how do they apply sun cream on their own!Support the show

Three months after he first came onto the podcast, Gaz caught up with the always honest and passionate Nicky Adams to discuss Bury FC's expulsion from the EFL.Support the show

One of our most popular guests Gary Stopforth stepped in for Jordan this week to co-host alongside Gaz as we welcomed former Preston, Grimsby, Wigan and Southport forward Lee Ashcroft to the pod.Topics include his time as manager of Stopforth whilst at Kendal Town, an 'incident' with his managers son at West Brom and the heartbreaking situation at Bury FC.Support the show

Our latest guest to join Gaz and Jordan is goalkeeping coach Craig Dootson, who discusses his time with Liverpool Ladies and Salford City, as well as taking full blame for a club's relegation. Enjoy!Support the show

This week the guys are joined by former teammate and current Chester midfielder Gary Stopforth. Stories cover both on and off the pitch during their time together at Salford, his time in America and even smashing his van on the way to the podcast... Enjoy!Support the show

Our latest I Had Trials Once... guest is current Wrexham defender James Jennings. The 31-year-old has played for Macclesfield, Kettering, Cambridge United, Mansfield, Forest Green and Cheltenham since coming through the Manchester City academy.Support the show

This week the guys are joined by former Derby County, Rotherham United, Fulham and Preston midfielder Ben Pringle, who talks about the highs and lows of his career to date.Support the show

Iraq international goalkeeper Shwan Jalal joins Gareth and Jordan in this 'I Had Trials Once...' episode. The 35-year-old's career so far has taken him from Tottenham Hotspur to Bournemouth and to current side Chesterfield, with many other clubs in-between. Stories include as a Christmas outing to Dublin organised by Teddy Sheringham, underdog success with Macclesfield Town and playing against Real Madrid in a friendly...Support the show

This week we’re joined by former Manchester United, Barnsley and Bury striker Daniel Nardiello, who talks about life as a youngster at Old Trafford playing alongside the likes of David Beckham and Roy Keane, to being known as the ultimate Championship Manager legend.Support the show

Gareth and Jordan are joined by former Barnsley and Southport forward, Mike Phenix. They talk about the highs and lows of his career, touching on his time playing with Jordan at Salford and also his more recent off the field issues, resulting in an early retirement. Enjoy! Support the show

I Had Trials Once... is officially back for series two! After a month away, Gareth and Jordan give us an update on what they’ve been up to, from traveling across Thailand to making summer signings, as well as sharing some brilliant pre-season stories from their careers. Enjoy! Support the show

This week Gaz and Jordan are joined by Bury winger Nicky Adams. The 32-year-old lifts the lid on the current situation at Gigg Lane, and shares some hilarious stories from his distinguished career in the Football League.Support the show

Our latest guest is former Tranmere, Chester & Fleetwood defender Paul Linwood, who shared some fantastic stories ranging from playing with Jason McAteer in League One to sharing Pringles with his teammates...Support the show

This week Gareth and Jordan were joined by former Salford City teammate Jason Jarrett, with stories ranging from his experiences as an apprentice at Blackpool to playing Dave Whelan and his butler at Tennis in Barbados...Support the show

A former teammate of Gareth Seddon, current Ilkeston FC manager Lee Fowler is the latest podcast guest, talking us through a career which saw him play for over 20 clubs under several big name managers including his footballing 'dad' Dean Saunders.Support the show

Former Hull City, Celtic and Burnley striker Andy Payton joined Gareth and Jordan to discuss the ups and downs of football, from a fantastic playing career to the issues that come with life after retirement.Support the show

A current teammate of Jordan at Altrincham, James Poole is our first 'I Had Trials Once...' podcast guest talking all things Man City, Hartlepool, Altrincham and Nobby Solano!Support the show

I Had Trials Once... is a new weekly football podcast hosted by two of the most recognisable non-league strikers from recent years; Gareth Seddon and Jordan Hulme. The pair, who played together at Salford City under The Class of '92 ownership, will be joined by different guests each week, sharing stories you won't find elsewhere...Support the show