{"version":"1.0","type":"rich","provider_name":"Acast","provider_url":"https://acast.com","height":250,"width":700,"html":"<iframe src=\"https://embed.acast.com/$/648ae58b4abad20011065e56/68e77f61cf3fb488004edfb9?\" frameBorder=\"0\" width=\"700\" height=\"250\"></iframe>","title":"April Smith: Part Two","thumbnail_width":200,"thumbnail_height":200,"thumbnail_url":"https://open-images.acast.com/shows/648ae58b4abad20011065e56/1760001696110-ebea59a3-0656-4e33-a550-3982e9090590.jpeg?height=200","description":"<p>In Part Two of our conversation with <strong>April Smith</strong>, we continue her incredible journey from founding <strong>Southend United Ladies FC</strong> to her current role in the community at <strong>Leyton Orient FC</strong>. April talks about the evolution of women’s football, the growing professionalism across the leagues, and what still needs to change to give female players the platform they deserve.</p><p><br></p><p>It’s an insightful and inspiring conclusion to April’s story - one that highlights her dedication, vision, and lasting impact on the women’s game in Essex and beyond.</p><p><br></p><p>👉 <strong>Follow &amp; Support The Custard Splat:</strong></p><ul><li>Twitter/X: <a href=\"https://twitter.com/CustardSplatPod\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">@CustardSplatPod</a></li><li>Instagram: <a href=\"https://instagram.com/CustardSplatPod\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">@CustardSplatPod</a></li><li>Patreon: patreon.com/CustardSplatPod</li><li><br></li></ul><p>Don’t forget to like, rate, and subscribe wherever you get your podcasts – and we’ll see you on the next one!</p>","author_name":"The Custard Splat "}