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The Offensive

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An award-winning, critically acclaimed mockumentary podcast that follows fictional Premier League club Ashwood City FC.


'The Thick of it meets Fifa career mode - a must listen for football fans' - The Guardian


'Ultra-sharp satire' - GQ


This podcast is a serial, begin at Episode 1.



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04/11/22 • 20 min

Ashwood City have rediscovered their form at the right time in the season. Next up, fellow sanctioned Premier League side Chelsea FC.


Paul Waggott as Patrick Nolan

Adam Jarrell as Chris 'Woody' Woodall

John Brannoch as Colin Walsh

Thomas Mitchells as Theo Clinton

Helena Doughty as Jess Tate


Episode written by:

Joel Emery

Edited by:

Joel Emery

Directed by:

Adam Jarrell

Executive Producer:

Joel Emery


With thanks to:

The Ashwood City Season Ticket Holders & Shareholders

www.patreon.com/ashwoodcity


WARNING. This podcast contains explicit language and content some listeners may find objectionable.


This is a work of fiction. Any similarities to persons living or deceased, organisations, places or events is purely coincidental. All scenarios are from the author's imagination. This podcast is protected under copyright.


Listener discretion is advised. The Offensive is property of Primley Limited.



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04/11/22 • 20 min

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01/31/22 • 22 min

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Deadline day has arrived and Chief Executive Patrick Nolan is chasing the highly controversial offer from Real Madrid for star forward Kevin; much to the dismay of Sporting Director Chris 'Woody' Woodall.


Paul Waggott as Patrick Nolan

Adam Jarrell as Chris 'Woody' Woodall

Helena Doughty as Jess Tate

Thomas Mitchells as Theo Clinton

John Brannoch as Colin Walsh


Episode written by:

Joel Emery


Edited by:

Joel Emery


Directed by:

Adam Jarrell


Executive Producer:

Joel Emery


With thanks to:

The Ashwood City Season Ticket Holders & Shareholders

www.patreon.com/ashwoodcity


WARNING. This podcast contains explicit language and content some listeners may find objectionable.


This is a work of fiction. Any similarities to persons living or deceased, organisations, places or events is purely coincidental. All scenarios are from the author's imagination. This podcast is protected under copyright.


Listener discretion is advised.


The Offensive is property of Primley Limited.



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01/31/22 • 22 min

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11/29/21 • 20 min

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Chief-Executive Patrick Nolan has secured a massive sponsorship deal with a cryptocurrency marketplace that even involves an unprecedented £200m stadium naming-rights deal.


Paul Waggott as Patrick Nolan

Adam Jarrell as Chris 'Woody' Woodall

Helena Doughty as Jessica Tate

Christopher Swift as Reuben Thomas


Episode written by:

Joel Emery


Edited by:

Adam Jarrell and Joel Emery


Directed by:

Adam Jarrell


Executive Producer:

Joel Emery


With thanks to:

The Ashwood City Season Ticket Holders & Shareholders

www.patreon.com/ashwoodcity


WARNING. This podcast contains explicit language and content some listeners may find objectionable.


This is a work of fiction. Any similarities to persons living or deceased, organisations, places or events is purely coincidental. All scenarios are from the author's imagination. This podcast is protected under copyright.


Listener discretion is advised.


The Offensive is property of Primley Limited.



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11/29/21 • 20 min

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03/13/23 • 21 min

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As the football world reacts to the BBC's treatment of Gary Lineker, Ashwood City have a social media issue of their own


Paul Waggott as Patrick Nolan

Adam Jarrell as Chris 'Woody' Woodall

Joel Emery as Dan Watson

Luke Stevenson as Gareth McAskill


Additional Voices:

Joel Emery

Adam Jarrell


Episode written by:

Joel Emery


Edited by:

Adam Jarrell


Directed by:

Adam Jarrell


Executive Producer:

Joel Emery


With thanks to:

The Ashwood City Season Ticket Holders & Shareholders

www.patreon.com/ashwoodcity


WARNING. This podcast contains explicit language and content some listeners may find objectionable.


This is a work of fiction. Any similarities to persons living or deceased, organisations, places or events is purely coincidental. All scenarios are from the author's imagination. This podcast is protected under copyright.


Listener discretion is advised.


The Offensive is property of Primley Limited.



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03/13/23 • 21 min

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To address the ongoing concerns over the legitimacy of the summer purchases; Chief Exectutive Patrick Nolan is heading out to ASG Headquarters in Los Angeles.


Paul Waggott as Patrick Nolan

Helena Doughty as Jessica Tate

Adam Jarrell as Chris 'Woody' Woodall

John Brannoch as Colin Walsh

Thomas Mitchells as Theo Clinton


Additional Voices:

Joel Emery

Vanessa Emery


Episode written by:

Joel Emery


Edited by:

Adam Jarrell


Directed by:

Adam Jarrell


Executive Producer:

Joel Emery


With thanks to:

The Ashwood City Season Ticket Holders & Shareholders

www.patreon.com/ashwoodcity


WARNING. This podcast contains explicit language and content some listeners may find objectionable.


This is a work of fiction. Any similarities to persons living or deceased, organisations, places or events is purely coincidental. All scenarios are from the author's imagination. This podcast is protected under copyright.


Listener discretion is advised.The Offensive is property of Primley Limited.



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11/01/21 • 20 min

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11/08/21 • 24 min

Ashwood City take on Burnley at home in the final Dartley Park fixture before Remembrance Sunday. Chief Executive Patrick Nolan works closely with his communications team to ensure the memorial presentation is befitting of those who sacrificed their lives.


Paul Waggott as Patrick Nolan

Helena Doughty as Jessica Tate

Adam Jarrell as Chris 'Woody' Woodall


Additional Voices:

Thomas Mitchells

Joel Emery


Episode written by:

Joel Emery


Edited by:

Adam Jarrell


Directed by:

Adam Jarrell


Executive Producer:

Joel Emery


With thanks to:

The Ashwood City Season Ticket Holders & Shareholders

www.patreon.com/ashwoodcity


WARNING. This podcast contains explicit language and content some listeners may find objectionable.


This is a work of fiction. Any similarities to persons living or deceased, organisations, places or events is purely coincidental. All scenarios are from the author's imagination. This podcast is protected under copyright.


Listener discretion is advised.


The Offensive is property of Primley Limited.



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11/08/21 • 24 min

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11/22/21 • 27 min

The Premier League returns and the international break has caused havoc with Ashwood City's playing staff. Head Coach Sven-Goran Eriksson is determined however to field an unchanged side as they travel to Manchester City... much to the fury of Sporting Director Chris 'Woody' Woodall.


Paul Waggott as Patrick Nolan

Adam Jarrell as Chris 'Woody' Woodall

Helena Doughty as Jessica Tate

Acushla-Tara Kupe as Dr. Rachel Webber

Christopher Swift as Reuben Thomas


Episode written by:

Joel Emery


Edited by:

Adam Jarrell


Directed by:

Adam Jarrell


Executive Producer:

Joel Emery


With thanks to:

The Ashwood City Season Ticket Holders & Shareholders

www.patreon.com/ashwoodcity


WARNING. This podcast contains explicit language and content some listeners may find objectionable.


This is a work of fiction. Any similarities to persons living or deceased, organisations, places or events is purely coincidental. All scenarios are from the author's imagination. This podcast is protected under copyright.


Listener discretion is advised.


The Offensive is property of Primley Limited.



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11/22/21 • 27 min

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10/18/21 • 24 min

The elite members of the Premier League react with fury at the takeover of Newcastle United Football Club. As crisis talks begin between clubs and league, Ashwood City are unexpectedly asked along to attend the high level meeting.


Paul Waggott as Patrick Nolan

Adam Jarrell as Chris 'Woody' Woodall

Helena Doughty as Jess Tate


Episode written by:

Joel Emery


Edited by:

Adam Jarrell and Joel Emery


Directed by:

Adam Jarrell


Executive Producer:

Joel Emery


With thanks to:

The Ashwood City Season Ticket Holders & Shareholders

www.patreon.com/ashwoodcity


WARNING. This podcast contains explicit language and content some listeners may find objectionable.


This is a work of fiction. Any similarities to persons living or deceased, organisations, places or events is purely coincidental. All scenarios are from the author's imagination. This podcast is protected under copyright.


Listener discretion is advised.


The Offensive is property of Primley Limited.



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10/18/21 • 24 min

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10/25/21 • 23 min

Chief-Executive Patrick Nolan has questions to answer from not only the Premier League but also the ownership of his own club. With the summer acquisitions under scrutiny; the race to clean up their act intensifies, as speculation over an independent regulator heightens.


Paul Waggott as Patrick Nolan

Adam Jarrell as Chris 'Woody' Woodall

John Brannoch as Colin Walsh

Thomas Mitchells as Theo Clinton


Episode written by:

Joel Emery


Edited by:

Adam Jarrell


Directed by:

Adam Jarrell


Executive Producer:

Joel Emery


With thanks to:

The Ashwood City Season Ticket Holders & Shareholders

www.patreon.com/ashwoodcity


WARNING. This podcast contains explicit language and content some listeners may find objectionable.


This is a work of fiction. Any similarities to persons living or deceased, organisations, places or events is purely coincidental. All scenarios are from the author's imagination. This podcast is protected under copyright.


Listener discretion is advised.


The Offensive is property of Primley Limited.



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10/25/21 • 23 min

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09/27/21 • 21 min

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As Ashwood City's form improves, Sporting Director Chris 'Woody' Woodall secures a new First Team Coach to work under Head Coach Sven-Goran Eriksson.


Paul Waggott as Patrick Nolan

Adam Jarrell as Chris 'Woody' Woodall

Helena Doughty as Jess Tate

Ant McGinley as David Hall

John Brannoch as Colin Walsh


Episode written by:

Joel Emery


Edited by:

Adam Jarrell


Directed by:

Adam Jarrell


Executive Producer:

Joel Emery


With thanks to:

The Ashwood City Season Ticket Holders & Shareholders

www.patreon.com/ashwoodcity


WARNING. This podcast contains explicit language and content some listeners may find objectionable.


This is a work of fiction. Any similarities to persons living or deceased, organisations, places or events is purely coincidental. All scenarios are from the author's imagination. This podcast is protected under copyright.


Listener discretion is advised.


The Offensive is property of Primley Limited.



Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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09/27/21 • 21 min

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FAQ

How many episodes does The Offensive have?

The Offensive currently has 192 episodes available.

What topics does The Offensive cover?

The podcast is about Fiction, Comedy Fiction, Football, Satire, Comedy, Podcasts, Sports and Soccer.

What is the most popular episode on The Offensive?

The episode title 'Episode 146 - Force Mature' is the most popular.

What is the average episode length on The Offensive?

The average episode length on The Offensive is 25 minutes.

How often are episodes of The Offensive released?

Episodes of The Offensive are typically released every 7 days.

When was the first episode of The Offensive?

The first episode of The Offensive was released on Aug 9, 2018.

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