EPL Talk

Episode 59 features an interview with Steven Powell, the head of development at the Football Supporters' Federation from England, the organization that is campaigning to introduce safe standing into Premiership stadiums, and to reduce away ticket prices. Powell also discusses several other timely topics such as the empty seats at Premier League grounds, whether he's concerned about one of Arsenal's major shareholders selling his stock, his reaction to Spurs raising their ticket prices. Plus, he answers questions from you, the audience. Direct download: Listen to episode 59.

Episode 58 features an interview with Ian Bishop, the former Manchester City, West Ham United and Miami Fusion midfielder. During the candid interview, Bishop reveals which British heavy metal band he's best friends with, which midfielders today are reminiscent of his playing ability, the controversy about why he was only selected for the England B-side once, and his thoughts on his former clubs West Ham United and Manchester City and their relegation battles. Plus, Bishop lets us know what he's doing these days, and how he learned that his Major League Soccer career was over. Direct download: Listen to episode 58 now.

Episode 57 takes you to the SPORTELAmerica tradeshow in Miami Beach to hear interviews with Setanta Sports, GolTV and Fox Soccer Channel. Find out the latest news about how many 2007/2008 Premiership matches will be shown on Setanta Broadband. Discover what changes are in store for GolTV, and learn more about FoxSoccer.com from the man who's responsible for making it a success. Plus we speak with two companies who are providing cutting-edge video analysis technology for commentators and analysts, and we give you an excerpt from the Soccer Shout podcast. Direct download: Listen to episode 57.

Episode 56 features an interview with Andy Sloan, author of the book "23 Sweet FA's," which describes his incredible journey from England to Japan armed with a foosball table and dreams of seeing the 2002 World Cup Final. Discover what happened in Iran, the surprising revelations at Mount Everest and which famous soccer stars he met along the adventure. Plus, hear a wrap-up by EPL Talk Correspondent BCJohn regarding this past weekend's FA Cup matches, and his insights into the EPL Talk Chat and his soccer daily digest. Direct download: Listen to episode 56

Episode 55 features an interview with Watford's American defender, Jay DeMerit. A rising star, DeMerit discusses what the mood is like in the Watford squad right now, whether he feels his chances of making the U.S. national team have been hampered by playing in England, what career he almost got into if it wasn't for football, the most impressive ground he's played at in the Premiership, and much more. Also in this episode, we hear from London EPL Talk Correspondent Kevin Jones who discusses what football can learn from rugby both on and off the pitch, and much more. Direct download: EPLTalk_episode55.mp3