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06/12/24 • 67 min
What do a wedding, a toddler's birthday, and a cricket match have in common?
Join Eugene, Simon, and Johnno as we share a week packed with personal anecdotes and cricketing highs and lows. This episode takes you on a rollercoaster ride from nail-biting cricket moments to heartwarming personal stories. But that's not all—we dive deep into the critical issue of men's mental health, particularly during Men's Health Week. From sharing alarming statistics to offering practical advice, we emphasise the importance of supportive environments and open conversations.
🏏 We also break down the latest cricket tournaments, analysing top-order batsmen’s struggles, key match moments, and strategic decisions. Tune in for a spirited discussion on the enigmatic performance of the Pakistan cricket team and the strategic challenges faced by England's captain Jos Buttler. Don't miss out on the lively debate about England's future coaching options, and get our take on what needs to change for better team performance.
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04/03/24 • 50 min
The team reunites to share their experiences over the Easter weekend, including Braais, children's raves, and a trip to India. They touch upon the incredible hospitality encountered at the Golden Temple in Amritsar and appreciate the community-driven aspect of Sikhism. The discussion shifts to the Indian Premier League (IPL), highlighting its significance, the impressive skill level of the players, and the impact of young Indian cricketers on the sport. The conversation also touches on the issue of professional cricketers choosing leagues over tournaments, affecting franchises and the quality of cricket. Record-breaking performances in international cricket, including Sri Lanka's unique achievement and England women's impressive partnership, are celebrated. The episode concludes with a playful debate over the best left-handed openers in ODI cricket, bringing attention to legends of the game.
00:26 Easter Weekend Adventures
01:20 A Unique Children's Rave Experience
03:04 Reflecting on a Trip to India
06:22 Deep Dive into IPL's Impact and Evolution
19:19 The Business Side of Cricket: Loyalty, Contracts, and Broadcasting
26:28 Revolutionizing Cricket Contracts: The Big Bash's New Strategy
27:37 The Intricacies of Player Availability and Management
29:01 The Impact of Experienced Players in Domestic Cricket
29:41 The Power Dynamics in Cricket: Players vs. Boards
30:03 The Big Bash's Gamble and International Cricket Scheduling
32:34 Cricket Records and Oddities: From Sri Lanka to England Women
35:00 Stupid Simon's Stupid Quiz: The Ultimate Cricket Debate
41:48 The Left-Handed Batsmen Conundrum: A Quirky Cricket Quiz
44:36 Wrapping Up: Reflections and Easter Wishes
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We Welcome 2024 with a 2023 Review
Slogging It
01/03/24 • 40 min
In this debut episode of 2024, the team at Slogging It dives into a comprehensive review of England's cricket performance in the past year. The episode includes a discussion on the highs and lows of the Ashes Series, appreciation for various retirements in the cricketing world, and an overview of the upcoming changes expected in the England cricket setup. There are also various nostalgic moments, humour, and references to key cricketing highlights. The episode concludes with a message from Mark Curtin, the CEO of the Lord's Taverners, thanking the team and listeners for their support.
00:08 Introduction and New Year's Eve Stories
02:23 Reflecting on Personal Struggles and Mental Health
05:17 Discussing the South Africa vs India Test Series
11:55 Reviewing England's Performance in the Ashes
16:10 Looking Back at England's Year in Cricket
18:42 Positives and Players to Watch
18:59 Tom Curran's Controversial Actions
19:56 The Impact of Player Behavior on Team Image
20:37 Debate on Cricket Rules
21:52 Technical Interruption and Corrections
21:52 Resuming Discussion on Tom Curran
24:40 Looking Forward: England's Cricket Future
29:27 Retirements and Farewells in Cricket
32:24 Upcoming Interviews and Announcements
33:15 Message from the CEO of the Lord's Tavern
34:21 Closing Remarks and Future Plans
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12/15/23 • 66 min
This week, Ian Martin, an icon of cricket and disability cricket, speaks about his personal journey, the challenges he encountered, and his subsequent involvement in disability cricket. He reflects on the transition from his early connection with the sport, through his career in the Navy, to his lower limb disability that led him to give up playing. Martin also recounts his determination to remain involved in the sport led him to start using a wheelchair to play, get involved with the ECB as head of disability Cricket, and eventually pen down his experiences in his book 'How Cricket Saved My Life'. The conversation further delves into the landscape of disability cricket, the success it has achieved, and the innovations and potential changes in the future. Martin expresses his hopes for more inclusiveness, equal opportunities, and acceptance for players with disabilities, revealing his aspiration for the first centrally contracted disability cricketer by 2030.
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00:08 Introduction and Guest Introduction
00:39 Guest's Early Life and Introduction to Cricket
01:31 Joining the Navy and Experiences
04:17 Impact of Gulf War and Health Challenges
05:56 Dealing with Disability and Leaving the Navy
10:00 Rediscovering Cricket and Overcoming Challenges
14:52 Transition into Disability Cricket Management
18:20 Writing a Book and Sharing Personal Experiences
29:47 Discussing the Shift in Awareness and Attitudes Toward Disabilities
30:21 The Persistence of Prejudice and Bias
31:40 The Impact of Societal Pressure on Discrimination
32:05 The Role of 'Woke' Culture in Disability Discrimination
33:04 The Journey of Disability Cricket at the ECB
33:31 The Aspirations and Challenges of Disability Cricket
34:59 The Success of the Disability Premier League
35:34 Reflecting on the Progress of the England LD Setup
35:52 The Struggles and Triumphs of the Learning Disability Trier
38:16 The Potential for Global Scaling of Disability Cricket
40:06 The Importance of Inclusivity in Cricket
42:43 The Challenges and Opportunities in Growing Disability Cricket
46:37 Success Stories in Disability Cricket
54:37 The Future of Disability Cricket
58:14 Advice for Youngsters with Disabilities Interested in Cricket
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10/22/23 • 19 min
England and South Africa - We analyze England's performance, their team selection, and the challenges they faced while chasing a high score. The conversation also touches on the sub-fielders, the use of runners in cricket, and the dominance of bat over ball in the game. We also discuss the match between Sri Lanka and the Netherlands, highlighting Sri Lanka's clinical performance. O
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03/14/23 • 53 min
Robbo, Johnno, and Eugene have been teasing their listeners for months about an upcoming announcement and now it’s time to let it loose - Slogging it! Walk the Ashes.
It was Robbo’s idea and we are excited to formally announce it. We discuss why we’re doing it, where we’re doing it, and how the you guys as listeners can get involved. We also discuss Robbo’s strange habit of thinking of 19 songs about respect before their podcast starts.
The challenge is to walk from one Ashes venue to the next, which has even caught the attention of our great friend Toby Tarrant, but Eugene's meniscus has been causing him trouble, so we’re monitoring his situation as time progresses. Regardless, the challenge will go ahead and everyone is looking forward to it.
The walk consists of five test matches and is roughly 670 miles long. It will take place over 22 days, starting on June 12th at Tavs HQ in Chancery Lane, London and ending at Tavs HQ on roughly July 31st.
The purpose of the walk is to raise money for the Lord's Taverners and to empower young people with disabilities or from disadvantaged backgrounds through cricket.
We will be posting updates on social media and will have a text-to-give code and a different JustGiving page.
There is plenty of chat about how you guys can get involved and also help us to make this dream a great success! Plus all the usual nonsense from three muppets who love cricket and doing things for charity!
Slog on!
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The lost episode
Slogging It
02/22/23 • 45 min
Eugene is a magician. We all know that, but this week he’s proven himself to be part magician part superman to get this episode to you. There’s a fair chance we may still all be pissed from the birthday party on Saturday night, but as always it’s a whole lot of fun! Slog on!
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01/18/23 • 55 min
- Discussion of recent Ashes series matches and updates on the Lord's Taverners charity walk
- Recap of the Eastern Cape Summarizers vs. Indians Cape Town game in the BBL, where the Summarizers won with three balls remaining
- Analysis of the Brisbane Heat vs. Melbourne Stars game in the BBL, where a last-ball lap shot by Matt Renshaw secured a win for the Heat and eliminated the Stars from top-five contention
- Discussion of the BBL's unique rule where if a ball hits the roof of the stadium, it counts as six runs
- The impact of the environment on players' ability to perform
- The role of mental health and wellbeing in creating a positive environment
- The evolution of coaching and leadership styles towards a more understanding and open approach
- Examples of leaders and coaches who have recognized the importance of creating a positive environment for players to succeed, such as Michael Atherton and Steve Smith.
- The ECB, Ben Stokes, and Brendan McCullum recently held a meeting with the 18 counties to outline their vision for how they want county cricket to be played in order to better prepare players for the test team and increase success in the long term.
- The lads express different opinions on this approach, with some questioning the effectiveness of the ECB's strategy and others highlighting the importance of different playing styles and conditions for different players.
- Some of the speakers believe that this approach is not realistic or fair, as it tries to impose a specific vision onto the players, rather than allowing them to develop their own unique style of playing cricket.
- The lads also mention that the conditions and the style of play in T20 Cricket are different from Test Cricket and players adapt accordingly.
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S3 Ep14: The Announcement
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12/20/22 • 43 min
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11/29/23 • 48 min
Eug, Robbo, and Johnno take a humorous and in-depth look at cricket's immediate topics and history. We discuss personal experiences and top stories, including the recent performances of Indian cricket players in a tournament and the indulgence in the 'holiday-like' conditions for the England team this Christmas. We also express frustration at the actions of the ICC, drawing attention to what they view as inefficient management of game growth and disciplinary actions. We finish off speak excitedly about their upcoming guests - the ECB's Head of Disability Cricket who will discuss the LD side's recent success
00:07 Introduction and Casual Banter
00:32 Recap of the Morning's Golf Game
01:24 Discussion on Sports and Personal Updates
03:13 Upcoming Cricket Events and Luncheons
06:31 Reflections on Personal Life and Christmas Plans
08:14 Analysis of the Indian T20 Cricket Team
18:58 Insights on the IPL and English Contingent
22:38 Discussing Injuries in Cricket
22:58 The Impact of Fitness on Cricket
23:37 Fast Bowling: A Deep Dive
25:43 The Evolution of Fast Bowling
26:30 The Mystery of Speed in Cricket
26:45 The Influence of Body Mechanics in Cricket
30:05 The State of English Cricket
30:13 The Future of the IPL
33:34 The Impact of the ICC on Cricket
41:07 The Future of Zimbabwe Cricket
42:26 Final Thoughts and Upcoming Guests
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FAQ
How many episodes does Slogging It have?
Slogging It currently has 151 episodes available.
What topics does Slogging It cover?
The podcast is about Cricket, Sports and Podcasts.
What is the most popular episode on Slogging It?
The episode title 'The Bonkers World of European Cricket, World Cup Predictions and Mental Health Awareness' is the most popular.
What is the average episode length on Slogging It?
The average episode length on Slogging It is 46 minutes.
How often are episodes of Slogging It released?
Episodes of Slogging It are typically released every 5 days, 21 hours.
When was the first episode of Slogging It?
The first episode of Slogging It was released on Nov 5, 2020.
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