Best Jibba Jabba Podcasts (2025)

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S9 Ep38: 25th April 2025 - Dartford & Newcastle Town 1:05:34

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As the season draws to a close we look for some calm and experience this week. First up, a manager who could be celebrating a title this weekend with his club one of three tied on points at the top of the Isthmian Premier, but Ady Pennock is just enjoying his football, celebrating even being in this position and looking forward to seeing what comes…

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S9 Ep37: 18th April 2025 - Bury and Dorking Wanderers 1:01:44

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We’re with a manager set to smash records this weekend as he hopes his Bury side can do enough in front of a bumper crowd to gain promotion to Step 4. Dave McNabb has had many highs and lows in his career as a coach, and a bigger football man would struggle to find but, the potential of turning his phone off on Sunday has quite some appeal. We also…

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S9 Ep36: 11th April 2025 - Eastbourne Borough and Cleethorpes Town 1:01:11

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As the season reaches a denouement we speak to two bosses in the mix. Eastbourne Borough manager Adam Murray said pre-season it would go to the last game of the season and in National League South it is hard to see any other situation even with 4 games to go. He’ll just take each one as they come though, Some might say Cleethorpes Town are a shoe-i…

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S9 Ep35: 04th April 2025 - FA Vase & FA Trophy Semis and Aldershot Town 1:07:12

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This weekend the FA Vase semi-finals play their second legs to a finish and the FA Trophy have their one-off semis. The teams beginning with W take leads into the weekend and Phil Annets, our man with the stats, reveals the chances of a comeback and why Wembley way is never a straight road. One of those dreaming of Wembley is Aldershot Town gaffer …

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S9 Ep34: 28th March 2025 - FA Vase Semi First Legs & AFC Whyteleafe 1:12:03

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This weekend the FA Vase semi finals get underway. They are two-legged affairs starting this weekend and we speak to Phil Annets with his @FAVaseFactfile hat on about who is in it and why magically, somebody new will win it. One of those hoping to do so is AFC Whyteleafe, and their story for sure will be magical even if they weren’t to progress int…

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S2 Ep2: Neal Ardley 1:09:57

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Woking's current manager Neal Ardley is the latest being grilled by Dave Anderson. There's the AFC Wimbledon connection between the two but there's much to learn about the development of a manager who also took Notts County to the FA Trophy Semi Finals and the National League final, then Solihull Moors to the National League final before a spell at…

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S9 Ep33: 21st March 2025 - Non League Day and Whitehawk 1:09:32

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It is Non League Day weekend and so we celebrate all that is great about Non League. To help us we head south to Whitehawk FC where their latest project I hope will inspire a whole new set of supporters indeed a whole new generation of supporters. I’m joined by three of those involved. Not the butcher, the baker and candlestick makers so often used…

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S9 Ep32: 14th March 2025 - Non League Day Preview & Billericay Town 1:20:43

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With Non League Day just over a week away we catch up with founder of the whole shebang. James Doe’s seemingly simple idea has played a big part in revolutionising the way clubs think about fan experience and fan engagement and now 15 years still keeps getting bigger and bigger. We find out why from the man himself. Our gaffer of the week sits atop…

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S9 Ep31: 07th March 2025 - Barnet and Her Game Too 1:03:35

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He’s top of the tree but feet on the floor. We chat to Barnet boss Dean Brennan on the project that has United staff on and off the field and brought fans closer as the club laser in on a return to The Football League. Celebrating International Women’s Day this weekend, the Trident leagues at Steps 3&4 are embracing the her game too movement. We sp…

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Brian Belding - White Rose 27:02

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Send us a text "White Rose" is a musical based on the true story of the White Rose resistance group, a non-violent student organisation in Nazi Germany during World War II. The group, primarily composed of students from the University of Munich, including siblings Hans and Sophie Scholl, distributed leaflets advocating for resistance against the Na…

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S9 Ep30: 28th February 2025 - FA Trophy & FA Vase Quarter Finals and Whitchurch Alport 1:13:22

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It’s the quarter-final stage of both the FA Trophy and the FA Vase. We turn to the ever faithful, the never inexact, master of the stats Mr Phil Annets. He wears three hats this week @FATrophyFacts @FAVaseFactffile and @FACupFactfile inspiring us all with records, patterns, and with connections that would leave Victoria Coren Mitchell swooning if N…

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The Apple Doesn't Fall Far 23:45

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Send us a text Lisa Apple, a talented composer newly based in New York City, is making a significant impact in the world of musical theatre with her co-written work, *Boy on Billboard*, alongside collaborator Meg Parker Wilson. The musical is deeply personal, drawing from the true story of Apple’s brother, James, who battled paranoid schizophrenia.…

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S9 Ep29: 21st February 2025 - Kettering Town & AFC Welwyn 59:12

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A strangely quiet week in Non League as the focus tightens on who is going to get titles and promotions. We have two managers, both with strong winning mentalities, both currently off the top of their divisions but with their sights set very firmly on taking top spot shortly and securing the title in the coming weeks. First up Kettering Town’s Rich…

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Shrijana Gurung - Threads Of Hope 20:32

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Send us a text Meet Shrijana Gurung, a remarkable young woman from Nepal whose life story is one of resilience, hope, and personal growth. From her early years filled with challenges—begging for food alongside her mother and seeking refuge in temples—Shrijana has risen to become a beacon of strength in the world of fashion. Shrijana OnInstagram Joi…

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Helen King 23:45

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Send us a text A new London singer-songwriter who plays emotive and melodic anthems with her explosive indie rock gang. Her debut album was released on 11 February 2025, with a special launch event at the iconic venue The Water Rats in Kings Cross. King’s sound is inspired by PJ Harvey, Tame Impala, First Aid Kit, Patti Smith, Alanis Morrisette, an…

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S9 Ep28: 14th February 2025 - Meridian VP & NL Full Time 1:06:47

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This week highlighting the variety of Non League we speak to a coach who has helped shape many a rough diamond in the lower reaches of the pyramid and faces a tough task in his new role. As joint-manager at Meridian VP sitting bottom of their division in Step 6 they are the highest-ranked club still without a league win this season in Non League. H…

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S2 Ep1: Matt Gray 1:10:24

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After retiring from playing in his mid-20s through injury, a career in coaching was the obvious choice. Assistant roles at Eastleigh, Aldershot Town and Crawley Town were followed by a coaching role at Sutton United. After Paul Doswell stepped down Matt Gray took charge of the Surrey side for the final match of the 2019 season which led to the job …

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S9 Ep27: 07th February 2025 - Silsden AFC and the Gaffer Tapes returns 56:28

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This week a new Chairman of a Step 5 side heading their division. Will Twigg is ambitious but realistic for Silsden AFC a club with 120 years of history finding current success built it sounds on everybody enjoying being part of the club. Dave Anderson returns but on his own podcast.. Jon Couch is on hand to help round up the week’s news in non lea…

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S9 Ep26: 31st January 2025 - FA Vase 5, FA Trophy 5, Fleet Town & Whitstable Town 1:17:38

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A bumper show this week as the FA Trophy and FA Vase reach the last 16. Phil Annets is on hand to give us the lowdown on the stats and facts for both competitions with his @fatrophyfacts and his @favasefactfile hats on. Then we focus on one of those FA Vase ties but not just on the game itself. Caroline Bone lives and breathes Fleet Town. A family …

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S9 Ep25: 24th January 2025 - Torquay United & Banstead Athletic 1:12:03

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First up, a manager who finished his first 5 years as a boss with promotion to the National South before moving to a side now rivals for the National South title this season. Paul Wotton is clearly enjoying his new role and might just take Torquay United back up under their new ownership. Hoping to take inspiration from a reinvigorated Torquay, Ban…

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Reality Reflected - Jay Kaes 36:37

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Send us a text Jay Kaes is a Spanish artist based in London. He is renowned for his captivating murals and paintings, which have gained recognition across more than 20 countries. His artistic talents have been highlighted by prominent media outlets such as BBC News, The Independent, and Sky News, and his work has been discussed in over 10 different…

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The Property Show 1:09

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Send us a text We are currently looking for someone involved in the property sector. It doesn't matter where you are based in the world; you would be a good fit if you are an Estate Agent or Rental Agent. I would love to talk to you about the property market where you are based, what you do, and, more importantly, how you do it. You will get a perm…

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5.24 // A Whimsical Q&A 25:43

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Send us a text Ever pondered whether you'd choose to go completely bald or let your hair grow wild forever? Join me for a lively ride as I wrap up Series 5 of Infinite Prattle with an unscripted Q&A extravaganza. The episode is packed with whimsical musings, including a cherished memory from the 2006 Download Festival where showers were a distant d…

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S9 Ep24: 17th January 2025 - FA Vase 4 and no more FA Cup 28:32

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A reduced show this week with Matt Badcock from the Non League Paper our sole guest. After the weather intervened last weekend 24 clubs compete in the FA Vase round 4, for a place in the fifth round drawn this week. We reflect on the FA Cup 3rd round and the end of non league involvement plus there’s more managerial merry-go-round moves and preview…

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5.23 /// Redefining Success: A Journey Beyond Expectations 21:36

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Send us a text What does success truly mean to you? As I reminisce about my own winding path—from dreaming of a career in the army and the music industry to unexpectedly finding fulfillment in the rail sector—I invite you to ponder the unpredictable nature of achieving one's goals. Join me on this episode of Infinite Prattle, where I share how adap…

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Chasing The Lymelight - Episode 5 24:22

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Send us a text This is the final episode of series one. Join actors Ashley Seal and special guest Rusty Joiner in the States and U.K. podcast host and founder of the Networking Magazine Sanj Saigal in "Chasing The Lymelight," a captivating five-part documentary series offering an intimate glimpse into the life of an actor as she navigates the highs…

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S9 Ep23: 10th January 2025 - FA Cup 3, FA Vase 4 & Roman Glass St George 1:07:09

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A few techie issues this week but a bumper show no less. We start off with Phil Annets. Two hats as we look at the double representatives in the FA Cup Third Round and the last 32 clubs in the FA Vase as that hits round 4. Then a lovely tale of one of those making history in the FA Vase and hopefully likely to beat the weather this weekend with a 3…

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5.22 // Changing habits, to change my life... 21:46

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Send us a text The episode encourages listeners to shift their perspective from traditional New Year’s resolutions to more achievable daily goals. It covers topics like personal and work-related ambitions, the importance of organisation, health management, and the value of self-care in achieving long-term success. • Focusing on daily achievable goa…

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S9 Ep22: 03rd January 2025 - FA Trophy 4 & Quorn FC 1:06:43

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A new year and new stats and facts for an FA competition. Phil Annets starts us up as we embrace Round 4 of the FA Trophy. The last 32 with plenty of shocks and curveballs sure to come. Next a first for me on the show. He's a manager with a 100% record in his managerial career and he’s not a newbie. Quorn, top of the Northern Premier League Midland…

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5.21 /// Presence Over Presents 23:36

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Send us a text Can the holiday season be truly joyous without the pressure of gift-giving? Join me as I unpack the complex world of gifts, reflecting on how societal norms and commercial pressures can overshadow genuine gestures of love and appreciation. Drawing from personal memories where gifts were linked to behavior and budgets, I explore how t…

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S9 Ep21: 27th December 2024 - Christmas Round-up 46:24

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A slightly shorter version this week to fill the Christmas hole but as you know in the role of Non League, this is never a quiet time. First up, Dave Anderson is back with news of what he has been up to and some exciting previews of what he will be up to in 2025 Jon Couch is the man from Non League Paper Towers as he helps decipher the games coming…

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5.20 /// Working Beyond Nine-to-Five at Christmas Time 22:11

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Send us a text Ever wondered what it's like to work in an industry that doesn't take a break for the holiday season? Join us as we explore the unique challenges and rewards of balancing work in the UK railway sector during Christmas. I share my personal story of managing the demands of shift work while juggling family obligations, especially during…

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