Upfront And Unfiltered
Welcome to Upfront and Unfiltered, the podcast that takes you deep into the heart of Manx football, brought to you by Upfront Footy, hosted by Dean Turton. Each week we bring you a candid and unfiltered conversation with a different guest from across all areas of Manx football. Join us as we dive into our guests journeys through the rollercoaster that is Manx football. Expect candid opinions on the state of the locla game, predictions, and a behind-the-scenes look at the beautiful game on the Isle of Man. From players to coaches, referees to comittee members, we leave no blade of grass unexplored. But that’s not all – We ask our guests to assemble their dream 7-A-Side Manx Football team in Select 7. Who makes the cut? Find out as we put our guests on the spot and uncover the lineup that defines their vision of local football greatness. This is Upfront and Unfiltered, where we strip away the layers and bring you the raw, unfiltered stories of the people who make Manx football the thriving community it is. Whether you’re a player, Coach, fan or just getting into the game, join us for a front-row seat to the passion, the drama, and the excitement that is Manx football.
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Saturday Jan 27, 2024
Saturday Jan 27, 2024
The fifth episode of Upfront and Unfiltered is here!
This week I’m joined by a man whose had more clubs than Tiger Woods, but who has now picked up the whistle to become one of the islands top referees, 𝗥𝗢𝗕 𝗦𝗟𝗜𝗡𝗚𝗘𝗥.
We discuss his dramatic shift from being a player to a referee, his struggles with mental health and how he prevailed thanks to people in the local game, he even calls out an armchair match official!
We also reveal Slinger’s ultimate 7-a-side Manx football team in '𝗦𝗲𝗹𝗲𝗰𝘁 𝟳.' 🟥🟨
Please subscribe and follow us on whatever platform you use if you enjoy it, 𝗟𝗲𝘁 𝘂𝘀 𝗸𝗻𝗼𝘄 𝘄𝗵𝗮𝘁 𝗬𝗢𝗨 𝘁𝗵𝗶𝗻𝗸! 𝗟𝗜𝗦𝗧𝗘𝗡 𝗡𝗢𝗪 👇🎧
Saturday Dec 23, 2023
Saturday Dec 23, 2023
The fourth episode of Upfront and Unfiltered is here!
This week I’m joined by former Union Mills player and Manager Steven Fox.
We discuss everything from how football gave him sanctuary growing up, all the way through to managing his boyhood club to a league title and much more.
We also reveal Foxy’s ultimate 7-a-side Manx football team in '𝗦𝗲𝗹𝗲𝗰𝘁 𝟳.'
Please subscribe and follow us on whatever platform you use if you enjoy it, 𝗟𝗲𝘁 𝘂𝘀 𝗸𝗻𝗼𝘄 𝘄𝗵𝗮𝘁 𝗬𝗢𝗨 𝘁𝗵𝗶𝗻𝗸! 𝗟𝗜𝗦𝗧𝗘𝗡 𝗡𝗢𝗪 👇🎧
Saturday Dec 16, 2023
Saturday Dec 16, 2023
The third episode of Upfront and Unfiltered is here!
This week I’m joined by DHSOB first team manager, and a man known throughout the whole of Manx football, 𝗝𝗼𝗵𝗻 𝗚𝗮𝗿𝘁𝗹𝗮𝗻𝗱.
We discuss everything from his youth days at professional clubs, how his team mates helped him through personal tragedy, that grand slam win and even disallowing one of the best strikes his brother ever hit when he was a refereeing.
We also reveal John’s ultimate 7-a-side Manx football team in '𝗦𝗲𝗹𝗲𝗰𝘁 𝟳.'
Please subscribe and follow us on whatever platform you use if you enjoy it, 𝗟𝗲𝘁 𝘂𝘀 𝗸𝗻𝗼𝘄 𝘄𝗵𝗮𝘁 𝗬𝗢𝗨 𝘁𝗵𝗶𝗻𝗸! 𝗟𝗜𝗦𝗧𝗘𝗡 𝗡𝗢𝗪 👇🎧
Saturday Nov 25, 2023
Saturday Nov 25, 2023
Welcome to the second episode of Upfront and Unfiltered!
Join us as we dive deep into the intriguing footballing life of Ramsey AFC Chairman, Jonathan "Jogger" Leece. From being thrown into the back of Papa Kinnish's van as a child to the highs and lows of cross-dressing (or was it fancy dress?), we leave no stone unturned.
We also reveal of Jogger's ultimate 7-a-side Manx football dream team in 'Select 7.' Don't miss this episode packed with safeguarding, laughter and nostalgia!
Friday Nov 10, 2023
Friday Nov 10, 2023
Join us on our debut episode as we dive into the world of Manx football with Colby first-team manager Aaron Collister.
We discuss his whole journey through Manx football, chat about the local game, throw in some questions from our followers and unveil his ultimate 7-a-side Manx football dream team in 'Select 7.'
You might call it good or perhaps even crap, but it can only get better from here!