Mennie Talks Podcast

🚨 NEW PODCAST EPISODE WITH MICHAEL OWEN! 🚨 Join Reece Mennie for an exclusive interview with Michael, a legendary England international footballer, as he shares his incredible journey from a young football prodigy to a Premier League star. In this in-depth podcast episode, Michael reflects on his experiences playing under the iconic Sir Alex Ferguson at Manchester United, his time at Liverpool FC, Real Madrid, and Newcastle United, and the realities of professional football. Discover his insights on football legends like Steven Gerrard, Paul Scholes, Zinedine Zidane, Ronaldo Nazário, and Thierry Henry, and hear his candid thoughts on the evolution of football tactics, athleticism, and player development. Michael opens up about overcoming career-threatening hamstring injuries, the mental and physical challenges of elite football, and the discipline required to succeed at the highest level. He also shares his perspective on the current Premier League landscape, including Liverpool’s title chances and Arsenal’s defensive strength. Plus, get a rare glimpse into his post-football passion, horse racing, and how he built a successful racing stable business. Whether you’re a fan of Premier League football, passionate about football history, or interested in athlete mindset and sports management, this episode is packed with valuable lessons and inspiring stories. Don’t miss Michael’s expert analysis on football’s greatest managers, the pressure of playing in World Cups, and why dedication is key to sporting success. Subscribe now to Mennie Talks Season 4 for more exclusive football interviews, career insights, and behind-the-scenes stories from football’s biggest names. 0:00 Intro 0:55 Let's get into it 1:24 Growing Up 4:13 Children in sport 12:12 Managers and Pressure 20:30 Huge Injury 24:51 How Football is different now 35:00 What winds Owen up about Football now 41:00 Ballon d'OR 45:00 Retirement 48:00 NOW! 56:00 The Dream!

Our BIGGEST guest EVER on Mennie Talks 🚨 This one is history-making. We’re talking Ballon d’Or winner, England international, and the youngest Premier League Golden Boot winner… 👀 The full episode drops this Tuesday, 25th November. Trust me, you do NOT want to miss this one. Drop your guesses below… 👇

Jermaine Beckford tells the story of the time he accidentally pinged a ball off Sven-Göran Eriksson’s head during his Leicester days 😂 Full episode now on Mennie Talks!

Jermaine Beckford admits he became an Arsenal fan just because they were winning and didn’t want to follow his dad’s Man United footsteps. Typical Gooner origin story?

Football has changed, and Jermaine Beckford breaks down how. From recovery routines and nutrition, to the shift from pub culture to professionalism…The real behind-the-scenes evolution of the game is now LIVE on Mennie Talks. Watch the full episode on the channel 🔥

In this episode of Mennie Talks, we sit down with Jermaine Beckford — former Manchester City, Leeds United, Everton, and Bolton Wanderers striker — to talk all things life after football. Jermaine opens up about what it’s really like to transition from the Premier League spotlight to life beyond the pitch. We dive deep into how footballers financially plan for retirement, the mindset shift needed once the boots come off, and the lessons he’s learned from both success and setbacks. From growing up in London to becoming one of Leeds’ most loved forwards, Jermaine shares untold stories from his playing days, his business ventures, and how he’s built a career after football. 🎙️ Topics covered: Life after professional football How footballers invest and plan financially Jermaine Beckford’s career at Leeds, Everton & Manchester City Mental health and motivation post-retirement Building new ventures beyond sport 👉 Don’t forget to subscribe for more real, unfiltered conversations with business leaders, athletes, and entrepreneurs. #JermaineBeckford #MennieTalks #FootballPodcast #LifeAfterFootball #LeedsUnited #ManchesterCity #EvertonFC #AthleteMindset #FootballFinance #BusinessAfterSport

🚨 GIVEAWAY! 🚨With Benn vs Eubank Jr. just a few hours from now, I’m giving away a pair of gloves signed by Conor Benn, the guest from Season 4 Episode 1 of Mennie Talks!To enter:✔️ Make sure you’re subscribed✔️ Drop a comment with who you think wins tonightWinner coming soon! 🥊🔥

From being released at 15 to scoring the iconic FA Cup winner against Man United, Jermaine Beckford’s story is all about resilience, self-belief, and life after football! 👊 Here’s a sneak peek from Episode 5 of Mennie Talks—full episode drops Monday 17th! 🎧 Don’t miss it!