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The Managers is your new go-to podcast for straight-talking football insight, hosted by former Premier League bosses Mick McCarthy and Tony Pulis. Each week, the experienced duo break down the biggest talking points from across the English game — no fluff, no filters. They’ll also sit down with managers from all levels of the game to dig into the real-life challenges of life in the dugout, exploring the highs, lows, and everything in between. Can podcasting get any better? It can…
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Signup to Generate a PitchThe Managers is your new go-to podcast for straight-talking football insight, hosted by former Premier League bosses Mick McCarthy and Tony Pulis. Each week, the experienced duo break down the biggest talking points from across the English game, no fluff, no filters.
The Managers is hosted by Pop! Pop!. The show has published 56 episodes to date.
Recent episodes include "Rob Edwards: Ian Holloway Blackpool Stories, Luton Glory, Leaving Middlesbrough & My Wolves Exit" (28 October 2026, 66 minutes), "Steve Borthwick: England Rugby Gaffer, World Cup Chances & How Football Got VAR Wrong" (27 October 2026, 77 minutes), and "Do Man Utd Have Backbone? View On Man City Verdict, Newcastle & Sunderland Struggle, Brighton Flying" (20 October 2026, 39 minutes).
The Managers publishes roughly weekly, with episodes averaging 56 minutes across 56 episodes.
Booking probability for The Managers is 33%, and the host is rated Selective on guests. The Managers requires a Pod Score of 80 or higher. The Managers's contact route on record: verified email.
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Pop! Pop! hosts The Managers, a sports podcast with 56 episodes published.
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In the latest episode of The Managers, Mick McCarthy and Tony Pulis are joined by former Luton Town, Middlesbrough and Wolves boss Rob Edwards.Powered by Greene King Pubs. Rob reflects on his early days in the game, the...
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In the latest episode of The Managers, Mick McCarthy and Tony Pulis are joined by England rugby union head coach Steve Borthwick. Powered by Greene King Pubs. Enjoy 10 per cent off matchday drinks when you download the...
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In the latest episode of The Managers, Mick McCarthy and Tony Pulis explain why Manchester United must show faith in Michael Carrick despite their sluggish start to the new season. The pair discuss Manchester City’s...
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In the latest episode of The Managers, Mick McCarthy and Tony Pulis look at Manchester United’s difficult start to the new Premier League season and discuss why Michael Carrick needs time to put his mark on the team. To...
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In the latest episode of The Managers, Mick McCarthy and Tony Pulis are joined by former Aston Villa and Leicester City manager Brian Little. To get the best discount off your NordVPN plan, go to nordvpn.com/managersvpn...
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In the latest episode of The Managers, Mick McCarthy and Tony Pulis assess Arsenal’s perfect start to their Premier League title defence. The pair discuss whether Mikel Arteta’s side are now unstoppable and...
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In the latest episode of The Managers, Mick McCarthy and Tony Pulis are joined by former England international Les Ferdinand. Brought to you by LiveScore. Les reflects on his early days in non-league football, his...
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In the latest episode of The Managers, Mick McCarthy and Tony Pulis are joined by former Norwich City and Aston Villa boss Paul Lambert. Brought to you by LiveScore. Paul discusses his early career and his move to...
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In the latest episode of The Managers, Mick McCarthy and Tony Pulis are joined by the one and only Sam Allardyce. Sam reflects on his journey into management before delving into his career-defining spell at Bolton...
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In the latest episode of The Managers, Mick McCarthy and Tony Pulis are joined by former England international Paul Merson to discuss all the fallout from the World Cup. Brought to you by LiveScore. They discuss the...
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In the latest episode of The Managers, Mick McCarthy and Tony Pulis are joined by former England defender Ledley King to relive England’s dramatic last-16 victory over Mexico at the Azteca Stadium. Brought to you by...
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In the latest episode of The Managers, Mick McCarthy and Tony Pulis are joined by former Ghana manager Chris Hughton to review the latest from the World Cup. Powered by LiveScore. Download the LiveScore app...
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In the latest episode of The Managers, Mick McCarthy and Tony Pulis review the early stages of the tournament. Powered by LiveScore. Win tickets to the final: https://livescoremedia.onelink.me/5KrT/it-can Download the...
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In this episode of The Managers, we take a look back at some of the best moments from Series 1. Sean Dyche explains what it was like working under the legendary Brian Clough, while Alan Curbishley shares stories of...
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In the latest episode of The Managers, Mick McCarthy and Tony Pulis preview the summer’s biggest football competition, taking place in the USA, Canada and Mexico. Brought to you by BOYLE Sports. They discuss the newly...
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In the latest episode of The Managers, Mick McCarthy and Tony Pulis discuss the fallout from the final day of the Premier League season. Brought to you by BOYLE Sports. They chat about the newly crowned champions...
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In the latest episode of The Managers, Mick McCarthy and Tony Pulis break down Chelsea’s decision to appoint Xabi Alonso as their new manager. Brought to you by BOYLE Sports. They discuss the challenges facing the...
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In the latest episode of The Managers, Mick McCarthy and Tony Pulis are joined by former West Bromwich Albion and Sheffield Wednesday boss Darren Moore. Brought to you by BOYLE Sports. Darren reflects on his early years...
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