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The Famous Sloping Pitch (or Is Football F**ked?)

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Nick Hancock and Chris England are old friends who have both been struck by the same soul-shattering thought: "how is it that everything that has changed about football since I started watching it has made it a little bit more s**t?". You can support the podcast and get extra bonus content over at https://www.anotherslice.com/famousslopingpitch - or download the Another Slice app on your phone. There's also an option to subscribe on Apple Podcasts and Spotify if that suits you better. By subscribing you keep the podcast going and also get a weekly ad-free version of the show, plus two bonus episodes a month reviewing a different season.

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Nick Hancock and Chris England are old friends who have both been struck by the same soul-shattering thought: "how is it that everything that has changed about football since I started watching it has made it a little bit more s**t?". You can support the podcast and get extra bonus content over at https://www.anotherslice.com/famousslopingpitch - or download the Another Slice app on your phone. There's also an option to subscribe on Apple Podcasts and Spotify if that suits you better. By subscribing you keep the podcast going and also get a weekly ad-free version of the show, plus two bonus episodes a month reviewing a different season.

Language:

English


Episodes
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Ep. 5.27 - The bronzest of all time

2/19/2026
Nick and Chris discuss Raheem Sterling's surprising move to Feyenoord, the uncertain future of Manchester City and - of course - some Oldham s***e. ——————————————— Every week after the main episode finishes, Nick and Chris carry on talking (they don’t have much on) - but you can listen to that extra bonus content by subscribing to our offering at anotherslice.com/famousslopingpitch. For just £5 a month you’ll get an ad-free version of the podcast every week PLUS a whole extra segment after the main show. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Duration:01:02:56

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Ep. 5.26 - Injecting penises for ski jump

2/12/2026
Nick and Chris discuss Manchester City's legal troubles, the Winter Olympics and - of course - some Oldham s***e. ——————————————— Every week after the main episode finishes, Nick and Chris carry on talking (they don’t have much on) - but you can listen to that extra bonus content by subscribing to our offering at anotherslice.com/famousslopingpitch. For just £5 a month you’ll get an ad-free version of the podcast every week PLUS a whole extra segment after the main show. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Duration:01:03:40

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Ep. 5.25 - This is getting stupid now

2/5/2026
Nick and Chris discuss the drama of the transfer window, the impact of Cristiano Ronaldo on Saudi football and - of course - some Oldham s***e. ——————————————— Every week after the main episode finishes, Nick and Chris carry on talking (they don’t have much on) - but you can listen to that extra bonus content by subscribing to our offering at anotherslice.com/famousslopingpitch. For just £5 a month you’ll get an ad-free version of the podcast every week PLUS a whole extra segment after the main show. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Duration:01:02:52

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Ep. 5.24 - Anschluss Style Shenanigans

1/29/2026
Nick and Chris discuss Champions League drama, England’s new World Cup kit and - of course - some Oldham s***e. ——————————————— Every week after the main episode finishes, Nick and Chris carry on talking (they don’t have much on) - but you can listen to that extra bonus content by subscribing to our offering at anotherslice.com/famousslopingpitch. For just £5 a month you’ll get an ad-free version of the podcast every week PLUS a whole extra segment after the main show. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Duration:01:05:04

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Ep. 5.23 - Extraordinary flag business

1/22/2026
Nick and Chris discuss the Americanisation of football management, the ethics of cheating in football and - of course - some Oldham s***e. ——————————————— Every week after the main episode finishes, Nick and Chris carry on talking (they don’t have much on) - but you can listen to that extra bonus content by subscribing to our offering at anotherslice.com/famousslopingpitch. For just £5 a month you’ll get an ad-free version of the podcast every week PLUS a whole extra segment after the main show. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Duration:01:04:43

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Ep. 5.22 - A Busted Flush

1/15/2026
Nick and Chris discuss a great week for Macclesfield, a terrible week for VAR and - of course - some Oldham s***e. ——————————————— Every week after the main episode finishes, Nick and Chris carry on talking (they don’t have much on) - but you can listen to that extra bonus content by subscribing to our offering at anotherslice.com/famousslopingpitch. For just £5 a month you’ll get an ad-free version of the podcast every week PLUS a whole extra segment after the main show. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Duration:01:00:37

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Ep. 5.21 - The Bedwetting Nature of Footballers

1/8/2026
Nick and Chris look back on the Christmas period, discuss Manchester United’s ongoing managerial saga and, and - of course - there some Oldham s***e to ring in the New Year. ——————————————— Every week after the main episode finishes, Nick and Chris carry on talking (they don’t have much on) - but you can listen to that extra bonus content by subscribing to our offering at anotherslice.com/famousslopingpitch. For just £5 a month you’ll get an ad-free version of the podcast every week PLUS a whole extra segment after the main show. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Duration:01:10:18

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Ep. 5.20 - Happy Sportsmas!

12/18/2025
Nick and Chris discuss Messi's promotional tour in India, the implications of travel bans on World Cup attendance and, of course some festive Oldham s***e. ——————————————— Every week after the main episode finishes, Nick and Chris carry on talking (they don’t have much on) - but you can listen to that extra bonus content by subscribing to our offering at ⁠anotherslice.com/famousslopingpitch⁠. For just £5 a month you’ll get an ad-free version of the podcast every week PLUS a whole extra segment after the main show. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Duration:01:10:54

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Ep. 5.19 - A Prize For Evil

12/11/2025
Nick and Chris discuss the World Cup draw (and all the associated nonsense), the magic of the FA Cup and, of course, some Oldham s***e. ——————————————— Every week after the main episode finishes, Nick and Chris carry on talking (they don’t have much on) - but you can listen to that extra bonus content by subscribing to our offering at ⁠anotherslice.com/famousslopingpitch⁠. For just £5 a month you’ll get an ad-free version of the podcast every week PLUS a whole extra segment after the main show. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Duration:01:02:16

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Ep. 5.18 - Sausages and Spaghetti Hoops

12/4/2025
Nick and Chris look ahead to today’s World Cup draw, discuss the recent Scottish Cup drama and, of course, some Oldham s***e.NB this episode contains live updates on The Ashes which are clearly out of date by now, but we left them in because it’s quite entertaining. ——————————————— Every week after the main episode finishes, Nick and Chris carry on talking (they don’t have much on) - but you can listen to that extra bonus content by subscribing to our offering at ⁠anotherslice.com/famousslopingpitch⁠. For just £5 a month you’ll get an ad-free version of the podcast every week PLUS a whole extra segment after the main show. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Duration:01:00:34

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Ep. 5.17 - Consistency and Bovril

11/27/2025
Nick and Chris the potential merger of the Sheffield clubs, UEFA’s copyright issues with fan footage and, of course, some Oldham s***e. ——————————————— Every week after the main episode finishes, Nick and Chris carry on talking (they don’t have much on) - but you can listen to that extra bonus content by subscribing to our offering at ⁠anotherslice.com/famousslopingpitch⁠. For just £5 a month you’ll get an ad-free version of the podcast every week PLUS a whole extra segment after the main show. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Duration:01:02:59

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Ep. 5.16 - A Love Letter to a Cult Football Classic

11/20/2025
Nick and Chris are joined by John Smith, author of a new book that celebrates what he describes as the ‘greatest football film of all-time’, 'Escape to Victory'. They also discuss the ups and downs of Scottish football in international qualifiers, the excitement of Black Friday promotions, and - of course - some Oldham s***e. ——————————————— Every week after the main episode finishes, Nick and Chris carry on talking (they don’t have much on) - but you can listen to that extra bonus content by subscribing to our offering at anotherslice.com/famousslopingpitch. For just £5 a month you’ll get an ad-free version of the podcast every week PLUS a whole extra segment after the main show. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Duration:01:10:46

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Ep. 5.15 - A Sort of Ocean’s Eleven

11/13/2025
Nick and Chris discuss the England squad dynamic, the Louvre heist and - of course - some Oldham s***e. ——————————————— Every week after the main episode finishes, Nick and Chris carry on talking (they don’t have much on) - but you can listen to that extra bonus content by subscribing to our offering at anotherslice.com/famousslopingpitch. For just £5 a month you’ll get an ad-free version of the podcast every week PLUS a whole extra segment after the main show. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Duration:01:02:55

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Ep. 5.14 - Technical Glitches and Legal Quirks

11/6/2025
Nick and Chris discuss Sir David’s knighthood, the FIFA Peace Prize and - of course - some Oldham s***e. ——————————————— Every week after the main episode finishes, Nick and Chris carry on talking (they don’t have much on) - but you can listen to that extra bonus content by subscribing to our offering at anotherslice.com/famousslopingpitch. For just £5 a month you’ll get an ad-free version of the podcast every week PLUS a whole extra segment after the main show. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Duration:00:58:43

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Ep. 5.13 - Jimmy Mulville : Everton and Me

10/30/2025
Nick and Chris are joined by titan of British TV Jimmy Mulville who has a new book out about his relationship with Everton, plus they discuss the latest happenings at Sheffield Wednesday and - of course - some Oldham s***e. ——————————————— Every week after the main episode finishes, Nick and Chris carry on talking (they don’t have much on) - but you can listen to that extra bonus content by subscribing to our offering at anotherslice.com/famousslopingpitch. For just £5 a month you’ll get an ad-free version of the podcast every week PLUS a whole extra segment after the main show. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Duration:01:06:26

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Ep. 5.12 - Cesc Fabregas is the new David Brent

10/23/2025
Nick and Chris discuss a tragic tale of a man called Manchester United, controversial decisions in La Liga and - of course - some Oldham s***e. ——————————————— Every week after the main episode finishes, Nick and Chris carry on talking (they don’t have much on) - but you can listen to that extra bonus content by subscribing to our offering at anotherslice.com/famousslopingpitch. For just £5 a month you’ll get an ad-free version of the podcast every week PLUS a whole extra segment after the main show. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Duration:01:05:28

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Ep. 5.11 - A Gorgeous Lie

10/16/2025
Nick and Chris discuss the dynamics of the England team, recent managerial changes and, of course, some Oldham s***e. ——————————————— Every week after the main episode finishes, Nick and Chris carry on talking (they don’t have much on) - but you can listen to that extra bonus content by subscribing to our offering at anotherslice.com/famousslopingpitch. For just £5 a month you’ll get an ad-free version of the podcast every week PLUS a whole extra segment after the main show. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Duration:00:57:07

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Ep. 5.10 - Joe Willock's Maze Adventure

10/9/2025
Nick and Chris pay tribute to friend of the show Jilly Cooper, introduce a brand new segment and, of course, there’s some Oldham s***e. ——————————————— Every week after the main episode finishes, Nick and Chris carry on talking (they don’t have much on) - but you can listen to that extra bonus content by subscribing to our offering at anotherslice.com/famousslopingpitch. For just £5 a month you’ll get an ad-free version of the podcast every week PLUS a whole extra segment after the main show. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Duration:00:54:30

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Ep. 5.9 - Saudi Arabia’s Pavlovian Response

10/2/2025
Nick and Chris discuss managerial changes, the political implications around the World Cup and, of course, some Oldham s***e. ——————————————— Every week after the main episode finishes, Nick and Chris carry on talking (they don’t have much on) - but you can listen to that extra bonus content by subscribing to our offering at anotherslice.com/famousslopingpitch. For just £5 a month you’ll get an ad-free version of the podcast every week PLUS a whole extra segment after the main show. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Duration:00:59:43

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Ep. 5.8 - Bigger Isn’t Always Better

9/25/2025
Nick and Chris discuss the ongoing rivalry between FIFA and UEFA, the growing influence of Saudi Arabia in football and, of course, some Oldham s***e. ——————————————— Every week after the main episode finishes, Nick and Chris carry on talking (they don’t have much on) - but you can listen to that extra bonus content by subscribing to our offering at anotherslice.com/famousslopingpitch. For just £5 a month you’ll get an ad-free version of the podcast every week PLUS a whole extra segment after the main show. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Duration:00:58:51