EPL Talk

Steven Szymanski, noted sports economist and co-author of the book Soccernomics (with Simon Kuper) joins us on the EPL Talk podcast to discuss the book and other economic trends in football.

This special holiday edition of the EPL Talk podcast features Simon Evans of Reuters, The Gaffer and EPL Talk's Kartik Krishnaiyer describing holiday football memories and the year that was 2009. The show was taped on location at Kingshead Pub in Sunrise, FL.

Vijay Setlur, Football writer/consultant joins us on the show to discuss the business around the World Cup, the popularity of football in Canada, television rights around the world and much much more.

We get an up close look at Slovenia the nation and football side from Robert Porderos of the Slovenian Press Agency. Hear about the reaction to World Cup Qualification in the Balkan Nation, as well as details about the nation and football in Slovenia.

Former Premier League footballers and current commentators Steve McManaman and Efan Ekoku give their thoughts on the World Cup draw. Hear Ekoku's thoughts on the host nation and McManaman discuss who could surprise next summer.

ESPN's John Harkes addressed the media in Bristol, CT after the World Cup draw. Hear Harkes draw about the US and England teams.

Southampton and Wales legend Ron Davies is the interview guest on the latest episode of the EPL Talk Podcast, the number one Premier League news and interview show on the Internet. Davies was named the best centre forward in Europe by Matt Busby after he scored four goals against United at Old Trafford. Davies also played in the NASL for the LA Aztecs as well as the Seattle Sounders. Now living in New Mexico, Davies recounts his glorious career with Southampton, Chester and Wales in this exclusive interview.

ESPN Personalities Bob Ley, Efan Ekoku and Alexi Lalas share their initial thoughts about the World Cup draw. This commentary was recorded right after the draw was completed.

Chris Oakley of Some People on the Pitch and the Sound of Football joins EPL Talk's Kartik Krishnaiyer and Laurence McKenna to break down the World Cup Draw, focusing on England's group and look at some other Premier League players of impact.

Chris Riordan of Russian Football Now joins us to discuss Andre Arshavin and the Russian based players who may make their way to England this January.