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Kent Non-League Podcast - Episode 305
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Another bumper podcast after another excellent week in the FA Cup where no fewer than ten of our sides made it through to the Third Qualifying Round. Top billing goes to Herne Bay, who beat Hendon 3-0 to set up a tie with Maidstone - Bay boss Steve Lovell discusses all things FA Cup, his side's lack of league action so far this season and working closely with his son Mark. Ashford United also made it through and Danny Kedwell reflects on his start to life at Homelands, the squad he's built and the potential of the club. It was the end of the line for Corinthian though, and their manager Michael Golding admits it's a struggle for him this season after coming up short against the Nuts and Bolts. In the SCEFL, VCD made it eight wins in nine with a 2-0 win at Snodland - joint-boss Danny Joy discusses their start to the season, looks ahead to the FA Vase this weekend and discusses the importance of signing proven winners like keeper Andy Walker. And Snodland boss Byron Walker remains upbeat despite the loss to VCD, discussing his start to life as a manager and the backing he gets at the club. There's all the rest of the news from around the county, including a perfect start for Ebbsfleet's new boss, and all the usual chat and nonsense, including Toto Schillaci, Italia 90, a "posh breakfast" and being a celebrity...
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Kent Non-League Podcast - Episode 306
01:14:55|Ahead of a big weekend of FA Cup action, we hear from two men desperate to make it into the fourth qualifying round - and a manager whose side have made a great start after promotion last term. Maidstone midfielder Jordan Higgs discusses their 2-2 weekend draw with Chesham, his injury frustration since his summer move and why no-one will be taking their tie at Herne Bay for granted. Cray Wanderers face Hastings on Saturday looking to make it through too, in stark contrast to their league form which sees them propping up the Isthmian Premier - boss Neil Smith reflects on their start to the season, life at their new stadium and the tie against their divisional rivals. Erith Town have got 13 points from their first six games as a Step 4 team and their boss Adam Woodward discusses their form, the difference in levels and the club's hard work on and off the pitch. There's all the rest of the news from across the county and, of course, the usual chat and nonsense, including ducks, the rain and the Great British Bake Off.Kent Non-League Podcast - Episode 304
01:06:19|Another bumper show full of Gerrard-sourced interviews after a busy week for many of our teams - and some big FA Cup clashes to come too. Tonbridge Angels are unbeaten so far this season and flying high in the National League South - boss Jay Saunders discusses their start to the season, his new-look defence and the influence of Sean Shields. There was late drama at Margate on Tuesday night as the home side scored deep into injury time to beat Deal - player-boss Ben Greenhalgh discusses that win, his own form, getting his squad built early and the double-edged sword of cup success. Hoops manager Steve King was frustrated after his side lost out at Hartsdown Park, but takes the positives from how his team are competing in their first season at Step Four. It was also disappointing for Adrian Pennock on Saturday as his Dartford side were thrashed 5-1 at Dover - the Darts chief discusses that off day for his side and looks ahead to their FA Cup clash this weekend. We've got all the rest of the news from across the county including two seven-goal thrillers on Tuesday night, and all of the usual chat and nonsense, including birthdays, Back to the Future and childhood phone numbers.Kent Non-League Podcast - Episode 303
01:18:15|A massive weekend of FA Cup action, and we hear from four managers after two all-Kent ties ended with Step 4 sides knocking out higher-level opponents. Sittingbourne boss Ryan Maxwell was thrilled after his side put conceding twice in stoppage time behind them to beat Dover in their replay, and he tells us what the win means to him and the club. Dover boss Jake Leberl admits it was a frustrating night for his side but is hoping his team can end their Kent derby hoodoo this weekend. Ramsgate beat Folkestone at the first time of asking - but both bosses conceded that it would have been different had Invicta not had an early red card. Folkestone boss Andy Drury talks about the defeat and his short and long-term plans at the club, while Rams boss Ben Smith reflects on his so far flawless return to the club this summer. We discuss all the rest of the action, including history-makers Lordswood, and look at the league action up and down the pyramid. Plus we talk Glastonbury, not getting Oasis tickets, Pot Noodle-related injuries, Kula Shaker, Slow Horses and more besides.Kent Non-League Podcast - Episode 302
01:39:05|Better late than never, we're here with all the news and views from a busy Bank Holiday weekend and a look ahead to some huge FA Cup ties this weekend. Among those looking to progress and manager Nicky Southall discusses their excellent start to the season, the cup visit of Binfield, derby delight and a hope to increase crowds by tapping into his former fans. Corinthian are also eyeing a spot in the second qualifying round and their boss Michael Golding discusses their dress rehearsal with weekend opponents Punjab United, his latest squad rebuild and more penalty woe in the Vase. There's a new man in the dugout at Sutton Athletic - Pete Nolan tells us why it was the right club for him, his hopes for the season ahead and the challenges of managing a side without even having a training session. There's all the rest of the action from across the bank holiday weekend and all of the usual chat and nonsense, including Oasis, Ceefax and trips to Folkestone.Kent Non-League Podcast - Episode 301
01:07:53|Matt is back with us this week as we reflect on a great weekend of FA Cup action - and an even better draw for the next round. A SCEFL side is guaranteed to be through after Punjab United were paired with Corinthian - but the Gravesend-based side are celebrating already having made history just by reaching the first qualifying round with their 2-1 win at Rusthall. Boss Chipie Sian reflects on that win, the fine winning goal from one of his young stars and discusses what it means to progress in the famous competition. Rustics boss Jimmy Anderson reflects on his side's cup exit but looks ahead to their FA Vase campaign starting this weekend and Monday's huge derby with Tunbridge Wells. Sittingbourne made it through by ending Farnham's long unbeaten run and earned a plum tie in the next round - Brickies manager Ryan Maxwell discusses their win, three big Kent derbies and his hat-trick hero Mitchell May. We've got all the rest of the news and action, including more hat-tricks and another managerial exit, and all the rest of the chat and nonsense, this week including the moon, holidays, Broski and loads more besides.Kent Non-League Podcast - Episode 300
56:42|With Matt unable to join us this week, Radio Wings' Nigel Jones fills in as we return from our short break - with our 300th episode, reflecting on a massive week once again in Kent's non-league football scene. Hythe Town have a new manager, and CEO Gary Johnson explains why Nick Davis was the right man to replace Sammy Moore after his surprise early-season exit and discusses the great strides the Cannons are making since the arrival of Matt Smith as chairman. Cray Valley were the victors in the Cray derby, pooping on Cray Wanderers' party with a win in the first game at their new stadium - Millers boss Steve McKimm reflects on that win and their start to the season. There's all the rest of the news from across the county, including Dover's 8-0 win (where's Matt when you need him?!), strong starts for some of our other sides and not so much for others, the brilliance of the SCEFL and loads, loads more.Kent Non-League Podcast - Episode 299
01:23:41|After an interesting start to the SCEFL Premier Division, we're coming to you early this week - but we won't be here next week. However, there's no let up in quality or content this week, with three interviews for you to enjoy. It was a dramatic opening-day for Sutton Athletic as they scored twice in stoppage time to rescue a point against much-fancied Whitstable - Sutts boss Ryan Huckle discusses the comeback, his first six months as a manager and looks ahead to his first FA Cup game in charge. The Cup this weekend means the start of the season for some of our Step Four sides, and we chat to two managers gearing up to begin their campaigns in the famous competition. Beckenham Town received an 11th-hour reprieve from the drop and have bolstered their squad ahead of the new season - and their manager Darren Anslow talks us through that, finding out his side had stayed up and his hopes for a strong campaign. And Deal Town manager Steve King previews his club's first campaign at Step Four after a flawless pre-season for the Hoops. There's all the rest of the news from across the county and the usual chat and nonsense, including Bruce Springsteen, mainly, as well as Sex In the City, Tina Turner and summer holidays...Kent Non-League Podcast - Episode 298
01:13:50|We are back for our eighth season of the Kent Non-League Podcast - and it's already shaping up to be a fascinating campaign. We kick off with a SCEFL special ahead of the early start to the Step Five league we hold so dear - and we've got three interviews for you to enjoy. Faversham Town will be favourites again after finishing second last time out, and their boss Tommy Warrilow discusses bouncing back from last year's disappointment, the additions to his squad and dealing with the pressure. There's a new manager in at Snodland Town in rookie boss Byron Walker, and he discusses the opportunity he has at the club, their pre-season optimism and the potential at the club. And is this the season where Punjab United mount a serious promotion challenge? Their manager Chipie Sian looks ahead to the season, talks about the capture of Ryan Hayes and the challenge of managing home life and football together. We discuss most of the other sides in the division and their hopes, as well as the Isthmian League fixtures and there's all the usual chat and nonsense too, including the Euros, Bruce Springsteen and Matt's 50th year. It's good to be back...