60 acast.com Booked and Abandoned https://feeds.acast.com/public/shows/booked-and-abandoned en Andrew Mckenzie Grassroots, Football,Soccer,Comedy Booked and Abandoned Booked and Abandoned is your ultimate grassroots football podcast, where hosts Andrew and Scott explore the untold stories of the beautiful game at its rawest and most relatable level.

When aiming for football legends like David Beckham leads to being ghosted harder than a Sunday league goalkeeper during a penalty shootout, Andrew and Scott turn their attention to the unsung heroes of the pitch—players with more passion than trophies, more grit than glamour, and just the right amount of banter.

With dodgy pitches, dramatic half-time oranges, and tales that range from laugh-out-loud funny to genuinely touching, "Booked and Abandoned" brings you the grassroots football experience in all its unfiltered glory.

This podcast celebrates the love of the game, one story at a time. So grab a cuppa, lace up your boots, and join us for a hilarious, heartfelt, and totally un-Premier League ride.

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]]> Booked and Abandoned is your ultimate grassroots football podcast, where hosts Andrew and Scott explore the untold stories of the beautiful game at its rawest and most relatable level.

When aiming for football legends like David Beckham leads to being ghosted harder than a Sunday league goalkeeper during a penalty shootout, Andrew and Scott turn their attention to the unsung heroes of the pitch—players with more passion than trophies, more grit than glamour, and just the right amount of banter.

With dodgy pitches, dramatic half-time oranges, and tales that range from laugh-out-loud funny to genuinely touching, "Booked and Abandoned" brings you the grassroots football experience in all its unfiltered glory.

This podcast celebrates the love of the game, one story at a time. So grab a cuppa, lace up your boots, and join us for a hilarious, heartfelt, and totally un-Premier League ride.

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]]> false Booked and Abandoned nzpickleguy@gmail.com 678b0af35dd9c67f176b7957 booked-and-abandoned episodic https://assets.pippa.io/shows/cover/1737165238094-3ca7cebd-bc08-4c94-af53-0e00aa8a562c.jpeg https://feeds.acast.com/public/shows/booked-and-abandoned Booked and Abandoned Dion Hansen A.K.A. Zinedine Zidane Part 2 (The Port) Dion Hansen A.K.A. Zinedine Zidane Part 2 (The Port) Thu, 09 Apr 2026 17:00:00 GMT 52:20 69d748bc2a193257ad281c73 false https://shows.acast.com/booked-and-abandoned/episodes/69d748bc2a193257ad281c73 69d748bc2a193257ad281c73 678b0af35dd9c67f176b7957 full 2 23 Part Two with Dion Hansen and this time he’s swapped his boots for a scarf.

We’re in the stands with The Port, Auckland FC’s self-appointed ultras:

Chants, chaos, away trips… and questionable hydration choices, good thing there is Elyte Hydration :)

It’s loud, it’s messy, it’s football how it’s meant to be!

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]]> Part Two with Dion Hansen and this time he’s swapped his boots for a scarf.

We’re in the stands with The Port, Auckland FC’s self-appointed ultras:

Chants, chaos, away trips… and questionable hydration choices, good thing there is Elyte Hydration :)

It’s loud, it’s messy, it’s football how it’s meant to be!

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]]> Dion Hansen A.K.A. Zinedine Zidane Part 1 Dion Hansen A.K.A. Zinedine Zidane Part 1 Thu, 02 Apr 2026 16:00:00 GMT 1:19:40 69cdfa0cb601292a8000db8a false https://shows.acast.com/booked-and-abandoned/episodes/69cdfa0cb601292a8000db8a 69cdfa0cb601292a8000db8a 678b0af35dd9c67f176b7957 full 2 22 No Zidane this week… so we’ve gone with real football.

Dion Hansen joins us to talk the grind, Manurewa to Ellerslie, earning it the hard way. No shortcuts, just consistency.

Part One: the journey, the work, and sticking it out.

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]]> No Zidane this week… so we’ve gone with real football.

Dion Hansen joins us to talk the grind, Manurewa to Ellerslie, earning it the hard way. No shortcuts, just consistency.

Part One: the journey, the work, and sticking it out.

Brought to you by Elyte Hydration.

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]]> Katherine Patmore A.K.A. Sam Kerr Katherine Patmore A.K.A. Sam Kerr Thu, 26 Mar 2026 16:00:00 GMT 1:15:42 69c3a72a176efa525775e95e false https://shows.acast.com/booked-and-abandoned/episodes/69c3a72a176efa525775e95e 69c3a72a176efa525775e95e 678b0af35dd9c67f176b7957 full 2 21 This week we’re joined by Katherine Patmore, a women’s football legend who’s come full circle.

From school footy to social teams at Oratia & Waitemata, to the competitive grind with West Coast Rangers… and now back where it all began.

We get into the real side of the game, the football, the drinks, the hangovers, and the friendships that keep you coming back.

And of course… how much does your game actually resemble Sam Kerr after a couple?

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]]> This week we’re joined by Katherine Patmore, a women’s football legend who’s come full circle.

From school footy to social teams at Oratia & Waitemata, to the competitive grind with West Coast Rangers… and now back where it all began.

We get into the real side of the game, the football, the drinks, the hangovers, and the friendships that keep you coming back.

And of course… how much does your game actually resemble Sam Kerr after a couple?

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]]> Brad Aylwin A.K.A. Bob Lenarduzzi Brad Aylwin A.K.A. Bob Lenarduzzi Thu, 19 Mar 2026 16:00:00 GMT 1:15:13 69bb76bf6071e3bfbd12e0e3 false https://shows.acast.com/booked-and-abandoned/episodes/69bb76bf6071e3bfbd12e0e3 69bb76bf6071e3bfbd12e0e3 678b0af35dd9c67f176b7957 full 2 20 Bob Lenarduzzi ghosted us… so we went global anyway.

So instead we have Brad Aylwin, from football to ice hockey to pro downhill skiing (yeah, seriously)… and somehow back to football again.

A few scars, plenty of stories, and proof the game never really lets you go.

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]]> Bob Lenarduzzi ghosted us… so we went global anyway.

So instead we have Brad Aylwin, from football to ice hockey to pro downhill skiing (yeah, seriously)… and somehow back to football again.

A few scars, plenty of stories, and proof the game never really lets you go.

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]]> Callum Roberson A.K.A. Alisson Becker Callum Roberson A.K.A. Alisson Becker Thu, 12 Mar 2026 16:00:00 GMT 1:19:55 69b1352cd308577aad4fe0a8 false https://shows.acast.com/booked-and-abandoned/episodes/69b1352cd308577aad4fe0a8 69b1352cd308577aad4fe0a8 678b0af35dd9c67f176b7957 full 2 19 No retired legends this week… and Alisson Becker still hasn’t returned our calls.

So we’ve gone young, still gets asked for ID young, this week’s guest is Callum Roberson, just 19 and already playing men’s first team football for Ellerslie AFC, after senior minutes with Franklin United, Mosgiel AFC and Matamata, and as a bonus he is another goal keeper!


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]]> No retired legends this week… and Alisson Becker still hasn’t returned our calls.

So we’ve gone young, still gets asked for ID young, this week’s guest is Callum Roberson, just 19 and already playing men’s first team football for Ellerslie AFC, after senior minutes with Franklin United, Mosgiel AFC and Matamata, and as a bonus he is another goal keeper!


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]]> Marcos Aranda A.K.A. Carles Puyol Marcos Aranda A.K.A. Carles Puyol Thu, 05 Mar 2026 16:00:00 GMT 1:07:21 69a9480df413fba64f950cc7 false https://shows.acast.com/booked-and-abandoned/episodes/69a9480df413fba64f950cc7 69a9480df413fba64f950cc7 678b0af35dd9c67f176b7957 full 2 18 This week Marcos Aranda joins the pod, stepping in for the mysteriously unavailable Carles Puyol. From youth football in Scotland with Harmony Row to playing for nearly every senior side at Oratia United, Marcos has done the miles in the game.

A two-time Oratia United Coach of the Year, he’s the definition of a proper club man and football lifer. Expect stories of stoaters getting walloped, teams getting gubbed, the odd bit of mince football, and plenty of muddy pitch sclarft along the way, if you did not understand that you might need a Scottish Translator!

Big thanks to Elyte Hydration for keeping the pod going.

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]]> This week Marcos Aranda joins the pod, stepping in for the mysteriously unavailable Carles Puyol. From youth football in Scotland with Harmony Row to playing for nearly every senior side at Oratia United, Marcos has done the miles in the game.

A two-time Oratia United Coach of the Year, he’s the definition of a proper club man and football lifer. Expect stories of stoaters getting walloped, teams getting gubbed, the odd bit of mince football, and plenty of muddy pitch sclarft along the way, if you did not understand that you might need a Scottish Translator!

Big thanks to Elyte Hydration for keeping the pod going.

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]]> Michael Utting A.K.A. Gordon Banks Second Half Michael Utting A.K.A. Gordon Banks Second Half Thu, 26 Feb 2026 16:00:00 GMT 1:01:49 699fc5b0ed94f5e3267d2184 false https://shows.acast.com/booked-and-abandoned/episodes/699fc5b0ed94f5e3267d2184 699fc5b0ed94f5e3267d2184 678b0af35dd9c67f176b7957 full 2 17 Part One set the scene. Part Two goes global.

We dive deeper into Michael Utting’s journey with the All Whites and his time at clubs like SuperSport and the Football Kingz, the big games, big crowds, and what it truly means to pull on the fern.

From local pitches to the world stage, this is the side of the story every aspiring footballer needs to hear.

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]]> Part One set the scene. Part Two goes global.

We dive deeper into Michael Utting’s journey with the All Whites and his time at clubs like SuperSport and the Football Kingz, the big games, big crowds, and what it truly means to pull on the fern.

From local pitches to the world stage, this is the side of the story every aspiring footballer needs to hear.

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]]> Michael Utting A.K.A. Gordon Banks First Half Michael Utting A.K.A. Gordon Banks First Half Thu, 19 Feb 2026 16:00:00 GMT 1:04:37 699691c5435569254b0f995d false https://shows.acast.com/booked-and-abandoned/episodes/699691c5435569254b0f995d 699691c5435569254b0f995d 678b0af35dd9c67f176b7957 full 2 16 Gordon Banks was busy. So we went and got ourselves our own international goalkeeper. We sit down with former All White goalkeeper Michael Utting for Part 1 of a two-part special.

From lining up against Brazil, facing Thierry Henry, to the pressure, chaos and personal battles behind the gloves, Utting opens up and shares an honest account of his life.

It’s raw. It’s honest. It’s properly funny in places. Join us as we talk International football from the inside.

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]]> Gordon Banks was busy. So we went and got ourselves our own international goalkeeper. We sit down with former All White goalkeeper Michael Utting for Part 1 of a two-part special.

From lining up against Brazil, facing Thierry Henry, to the pressure, chaos and personal battles behind the gloves, Utting opens up and shares an honest account of his life.

It’s raw. It’s honest. It’s properly funny in places. Join us as we talk International football from the inside.

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]]> Dan Evanson A.K.A. Jack Grealish Dan Evanson A.K.A. Jack Grealish Thu, 12 Feb 2026 16:00:00 GMT 1:17:25 698d57345a0d566e5b654640 false https://shows.acast.com/booked-and-abandoned/episodes/698d57345a0d566e5b654640 698d57345a0d566e5b654640 678b0af35dd9c67f176b7957 full 2 15 Once again, a world-class footballer couldn’t make it. This week? Jack Grealish. (Scott’s DMs remain unanswered.) So we went properly local.

Dan Evanson joins us to talk open men’s graft, Oratia roots, setbacks, health scares, and what it really means to just get back on the pitch.

If you’ve played open men’s in Auckland, this one’s for you.

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]]> Once again, a world-class footballer couldn’t make it. This week? Jack Grealish. (Scott’s DMs remain unanswered.) So we went properly local.

Dan Evanson joins us to talk open men’s graft, Oratia roots, setbacks, health scares, and what it really means to just get back on the pitch.

If you’ve played open men’s in Auckland, this one’s for you.

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]]> Eddie Trubshoe A.K.A. Bruce Grobbelaar Eddie Trubshoe A.K.A. Bruce Grobbelaar Thu, 29 Jan 2026 16:00:00 GMT 1:13:04 697b2d7cf17fced4fd1ba692 false https://shows.acast.com/booked-and-abandoned/episodes/697b2d7cf17fced4fd1ba692 697b2d7cf17fced4fd1ba692 678b0af35dd9c67f176b7957 full 2 14

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]]> Mitchell Bond A.K.A. Thibaut Courtois Mitchell Bond A.K.A. Thibaut Courtois Thu, 22 Jan 2026 16:00:00 GMT 1:26:58 6971e99945f2be6688461661 false https://shows.acast.com/booked-and-abandoned/episodes/6971e99945f2be6688461661 6971e99945f2be6688461661 678b0af35dd9c67f176b7957 full 2 13 Courtois couldn’t make it (apparently he had a match or something), so we went local instead. Enter Mitchell “Mitch” Bond our tallest guest yet.

From Greenhithe to Takapuna, Mitch’s done it the hard way, learning the grind of waiting, staying ready, and taking your chance when it counts.

If you’re a keeper or anyone chasing an opportunity, this one’s for you.

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]]> Courtois couldn’t make it (apparently he had a match or something), so we went local instead. Enter Mitchell “Mitch” Bond our tallest guest yet.

From Greenhithe to Takapuna, Mitch’s done it the hard way, learning the grind of waiting, staying ready, and taking your chance when it counts.

If you’re a keeper or anyone chasing an opportunity, this one’s for you.

Fuelled by Elyte Hydration Powder.


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]]> Petr Jakoubek A.K.A. Petr Čech Petr Jakoubek A.K.A. Petr Čech Thu, 15 Jan 2026 16:00:00 GMT 1:15:33 6968a4b090f7d9d87ffaa563 false https://shows.acast.com/booked-and-abandoned/episodes/6968a4b090f7d9d87ffaa563 6968a4b090f7d9d87ffaa563 678b0af35dd9c67f176b7957 full 2 12

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]]> Amberley Hollis A.K.A. Zećira Mušović Amberley Hollis A.K.A. Zećira Mušović Thu, 01 Jan 2026 16:00:00 GMT 1:38:32 695645f3e3c8c736bdcc2b22 false https://shows.acast.com/booked-and-abandoned/episodes/695645f3e3c8c736bdcc2b22 695645f3e3c8c736bdcc2b22 678b0af35dd9c67f176b7957 full 2 11

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]]> Royston “Roy” D’Souza A.K.A. David Silva Second Half Royston “Roy” D’Souza A.K.A. David Silva Second Half Thu, 25 Dec 2025 16:00:00 GMT 54:05 694d007730165a956d4d0960 false https://shows.acast.com/booked-and-abandoned/episodes/694d007730165a956d4d0960 694d007730165a956d4d0960 678b0af35dd9c67f176b7957 full 2 10 A Boxing Day listen for the space between leftovers and kickarounds.

Roy D’Souza goes deeper on life in the I-League, adapting to football in New Zealand, and the habits that separate good players from consistent ones.

An honest football chat, fuelled by ELYTE Hydration Powder.

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]]> A Boxing Day listen for the space between leftovers and kickarounds.

Roy D’Souza goes deeper on life in the I-League, adapting to football in New Zealand, and the habits that separate good players from consistent ones.

An honest football chat, fuelled by ELYTE Hydration Powder.

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]]> Royston “Roy” D’Souza A.K.A. David Silva First Half Royston “Roy” D’Souza A.K.A. David Silva First Half Thu, 18 Dec 2025 16:00:00 GMT 1:01:03 6943d4af9a763d41f18f4c6d false https://shows.acast.com/booked-and-abandoned/episodes/6943d4af9a763d41f18f4c6d 6943d4af9a763d41f18f4c6d 678b0af35dd9c67f176b7957 full 2 9 David Silva couldn’t make it… so we called his biggest fan.

Roy D’Souza joins us to talk street football in Mumbai, the move to NZ, coaching, youth development, and his new youth-led 3v3 street football festival RD Street.

Enjoy the first half of this two part episode. Real stories. No hype.

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]]> David Silva couldn’t make it… so we called his biggest fan.

Roy D’Souza joins us to talk street football in Mumbai, the move to NZ, coaching, youth development, and his new youth-led 3v3 street football festival RD Street.

Enjoy the first half of this two part episode. Real stories. No hype.

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]]> Brendon “Biffo” Coe A.K.A. Jamie Carragher Brendon “Biffo” Coe A.K.A. Jamie Carragher Thu, 11 Dec 2025 16:00:00 GMT 1:28:02 693a8665a9d003889c329694 false https://shows.acast.com/booked-and-abandoned/episodes/693a8665a9d003889c329694 693a8665a9d003889c329694 678b0af35dd9c67f176b7957 full 2 8 Jamie Carragher bailed… but we upgraded. Brendon “Biffo” Coe jumps on the pod to chat a lifetime at Manurewa AFC - playing, coaching, battling the over-40s, and being a massive part of the club’s heartbeat.

Grassroots stories, club culture, big laughs… plus our first episode backed by Elyte Hydration Powder

Hit play and enjoy a proper Rewa legend.

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]]> Jamie Carragher bailed… but we upgraded. Brendon “Biffo” Coe jumps on the pod to chat a lifetime at Manurewa AFC - playing, coaching, battling the over-40s, and being a massive part of the club’s heartbeat.

Grassroots stories, club culture, big laughs… plus our first episode backed by Elyte Hydration Powder

Hit play and enjoy a proper Rewa legend.

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]]> Stuart Greenaway A.K.A. Sir Alex Ferguson - 2nd Half Stuart Greenaway A.K.A. Sir Alex Ferguson - 2nd Half Thu, 04 Dec 2025 16:00:00 GMT 1:01:54 69314891d6bc23eda2996a4b false https://shows.acast.com/booked-and-abandoned/episodes/69314891d6bc23eda2996a4b 69314891d6bc23eda2996a4b 678b0af35dd9c67f176b7957 full 2 7 If you loved the first half… you’re going to really enjoy the second half.

Stu Greenaway is back as we dive deeper into the world of youth development, from academies around NZ to the awesome work he is doing at Total Football Technique.

More insights, more honesty, more Stu.

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]]> If you loved the first half… you’re going to really enjoy the second half.

Stu Greenaway is back as we dive deeper into the world of youth development, from academies around NZ to the awesome work he is doing at Total Football Technique.

More insights, more honesty, more Stu.

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]]> Stuart Greenaway A.K.A. Sir Alex Ferguson - 1st Half Stuart Greenaway A.K.A. Sir Alex Ferguson - 1st Half Thu, 27 Nov 2025 16:00:00 GMT 1:06:14 692819e9518d508750012df8 false https://shows.acast.com/booked-and-abandoned/episodes/692819e9518d508750012df8 692819e9518d508750012df8 678b0af35dd9c67f176b7957 full 2 6 Stu Greenway is back and lock in for the first half.

Our first-ever returning guest joins us in the first half of a huge catch-up: First Division drama, UK academy insights, NZ football truths, fitness journeys and more.

Stay tune for the second half which lands next week.

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]]> Stu Greenway is back and lock in for the first half.

Our first-ever returning guest joins us in the first half of a huge catch-up: First Division drama, UK academy insights, NZ football truths, fitness journeys and more.

Stay tune for the second half which lands next week.

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]]> Kevin Langsdale A.K.A. Tony Currie Kevin Langsdale A.K.A. Tony Currie Thu, 20 Nov 2025 16:00:00 GMT 1:08:50 691ed215a8b3b3aea020856f false https://shows.acast.com/booked-and-abandoned/episodes/691ed215a8b3b3aea020856f 691ed215a8b3b3aea020856f 678b0af35dd9c67f176b7957 full 2 5 Leeds legend Tony Currie ghosted us… so we called in an Oratia icon. With 295 first-team appearances, years in the Over-35s and time in the dugout, Kevin Langsdale has lived every part of Parrs Park.

We chat career highs, grassroots chaos, false teeth and what makes a true club man.

Hit play and enjoy one of Oratia’s finest.

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]]> Leeds legend Tony Currie ghosted us… so we called in an Oratia icon. With 295 first-team appearances, years in the Over-35s and time in the dugout, Kevin Langsdale has lived every part of Parrs Park.

We chat career highs, grassroots chaos, false teeth and what makes a true club man.

Hit play and enjoy one of Oratia’s finest.

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]]> Richard Dunn A.K.A. Eric Cantona Richard Dunn A.K.A. Eric Cantona Thu, 13 Nov 2025 16:00:00 GMT 1:03:33 69159de4a17ebcde883934d2 false https://shows.acast.com/booked-and-abandoned/episodes/69159de4a17ebcde883934d2 69159de4a17ebcde883934d2 678b0af35dd9c67f176b7957 full 2 4

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]]> Aaron Lawrence A.K.A. Dennis Irwin Aaron Lawrence A.K.A. Dennis Irwin Thu, 06 Nov 2025 16:00:00 GMT 56:05 690c68c168ccec9b8e32ba8d false https://shows.acast.com/booked-and-abandoned/episodes/690c68c168ccec9b8e32ba8d 690c68c168ccec9b8e32ba8d 678b0af35dd9c67f176b7957 full 2 3 Denis Irwin stood us up. So we found someone actually changing lives through football.

Aaron Lawrence runs clubs, builds communities, and proves that grassroots football hits different. Less glory, more guts and infinitely more important.

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]]> Denis Irwin stood us up. So we found someone actually changing lives through football.

Aaron Lawrence runs clubs, builds communities, and proves that grassroots football hits different. Less glory, more guts and infinitely more important.

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]]> Brennan Rigby A.K.A. Ryan Nelsen Brennan Rigby A.K.A. Ryan Nelsen Thu, 30 Oct 2025 16:00:00 GMT 1:15:15 6903240ea749a247c21c2731 false https://shows.acast.com/booked-and-abandoned/episodes/6903240ea749a247c21c2731 6903240ea749a247c21c2731 678b0af35dd9c67f176b7957 full 2 2 Booked & Abandoned - Season 2, Episode 2

We tried to book Ryan Nelsen. He's still watching Blackburn Rovers highlights. So instead, we got someone who actually returns our calls, national league keeper Brennan Rigby.

From New Plymouth Rangers to the mighty Oratia Rebels O35s, Brennan's been there, done that, and saved most of it. We dive into life between the posts, Chatham Cup battles, coaching at Lynn Avon United, and being in the wrong position… both in football and anatomically.

Season 2, Episode 2 - same podcast, with better guests than we deserve.

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]]> Booked & Abandoned - Season 2, Episode 2

We tried to book Ryan Nelsen. He's still watching Blackburn Rovers highlights. So instead, we got someone who actually returns our calls, national league keeper Brennan Rigby.

From New Plymouth Rangers to the mighty Oratia Rebels O35s, Brennan's been there, done that, and saved most of it. We dive into life between the posts, Chatham Cup battles, coaching at Lynn Avon United, and being in the wrong position… both in football and anatomically.

Season 2, Episode 2 - same podcast, with better guests than we deserve.

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]]> Pam Yates A.K.A. Peter Schmeichel Pam Yates A.K.A. Peter Schmeichel Thu, 23 Oct 2025 16:00:00 GMT 1:09:07 68f9ed1d3fe510db0ad5abb8 false https://shows.acast.com/booked-and-abandoned/episodes/68f9ed1d3fe510db0ad5abb8 68f9ed1d3fe510db0ad5abb8 678b0af35dd9c67f176b7957 full 2 1 Booked & Abandoned is BACK for Season 2!

We tried to book Peter Schmeichel. He's still celebrating 1999. So instead, we got someone who actually returns our calls, former Football Fern and professional keeper Pam Yates.

From representing New Zealand to coaching the next generation at Eastern Suburbs, Pam's been there, done that, and saved most of it. We dive into life between the posts, playing abroad, the evolution of women's football in NZ, and the saves that still keep her up at night.

Season 2, Episode 1 - same podcast, with better guests than we deserve.

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]]> Booked & Abandoned is BACK for Season 2!

We tried to book Peter Schmeichel. He's still celebrating 1999. So instead, we got someone who actually returns our calls, former Football Fern and professional keeper Pam Yates.

From representing New Zealand to coaching the next generation at Eastern Suburbs, Pam's been there, done that, and saved most of it. We dive into life between the posts, playing abroad, the evolution of women's football in NZ, and the saves that still keep her up at night.

Season 2, Episode 1 - same podcast, with better guests than we deserve.

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]]> Season 1 Finale Season 1 Finale Thu, 07 Aug 2025 20:31:36 GMT 24:52 68932c82ec0dff69a0794c78 false https://shows.acast.com/booked-and-abandoned/episodes/68932c82ec0dff69a0794c78 68932c82ec0dff69a0794c78 678b0af35dd9c67f176b7957 full 1 24 That’s a wrap on Season 1 of Booked and Abandoned!

A short and sweet finale episode where we look back on our favourite moments, top guests, and the weirdest places this little podcast has taken us. There’s also a cheeky teaser for what’s coming in Season 2 if our guests ever turn up.

Huge thanks to @OratiaUnited for giving us a home base to record from, and to Mike Hadnett Photography for letting us borrow so many stunning snaps along the way.

And most importantly, thanks to every single guest who gave up their time. Whether you joined us in our “studio” or welcomed us into your homes, if not for you this would not have been possible.

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]]> That’s a wrap on Season 1 of Booked and Abandoned!

A short and sweet finale episode where we look back on our favourite moments, top guests, and the weirdest places this little podcast has taken us. There’s also a cheeky teaser for what’s coming in Season 2 if our guests ever turn up.

Huge thanks to @OratiaUnited for giving us a home base to record from, and to Mike Hadnett Photography for letting us borrow so many stunning snaps along the way.

And most importantly, thanks to every single guest who gave up their time. Whether you joined us in our “studio” or welcomed us into your homes, if not for you this would not have been possible.

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]]> <![CDATA[Paul 'Pirate' Rothsay A.K.A. Paul Gascoigne]]> Thu, 31 Jul 2025 10:24:33 GMT 1:00:38 688b1641c6d705dd3a21d29d false https://shows.acast.com/booked-and-abandoned/episodes/688b1641c6d705dd3a21d29d 688b1641c6d705dd3a21d29d 678b0af35dd9c67f176b7957 full 1 23 Paul “Pirate” Rothsay steps in as Paul Gazza steps out (literally… to hospital)

This week, we’re joined by the man, the myth, the pants-dropping icon himself - Pirate, aka Paul Rothsay. From gritty street footy in the UK to gale-force games in Dunedin, he’s seen it all.

Expect:

A four-yard miss that still haunts him

Pre-match rituals you’ll wish you could forget

A pitch invasion… by his own trousers?

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]]> Paul “Pirate” Rothsay steps in as Paul Gazza steps out (literally… to hospital)

This week, we’re joined by the man, the myth, the pants-dropping icon himself - Pirate, aka Paul Rothsay. From gritty street footy in the UK to gale-force games in Dunedin, he’s seen it all.

Expect:

A four-yard miss that still haunts him

Pre-match rituals you’ll wish you could forget

A pitch invasion… by his own trousers?

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]]> Riccardo Ball A.K.A. Bryan Robson Riccardo Ball A.K.A. Bryan Robson Thu, 24 Jul 2025 19:53:33 GMT 1:12:35 6881919de0a86cc3ab883261 false https://shows.acast.com/booked-and-abandoned/episodes/6881919de0a86cc3ab883261 6881919de0a86cc3ab883261 678b0af35dd9c67f176b7957 full 1 22 Bryan Robson bailed. But Riccardo Ball? He showed up and showed off. The voice of NZ football joins us this week from The Rock to Sports Nation and now… us.

We talk:

18-1 drubbings

Life behind the mic

A few liver strains

And the odd broken toe

Hit play, raise a glass, and enjoy the man who actually answered our call.

Captain Fantastic who?

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]]> Bryan Robson bailed. But Riccardo Ball? He showed up and showed off. The voice of NZ football joins us this week from The Rock to Sports Nation and now… us.

We talk:

18-1 drubbings

Life behind the mic

A few liver strains

And the odd broken toe

Hit play, raise a glass, and enjoy the man who actually answered our call.

Captain Fantastic who?

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]]> Goran Paladin A.K.A. Gary Neville Goran Paladin A.K.A. Gary Neville Thu, 17 Jul 2025 19:31:05 GMT 1:23:20 6878c4e96fb6cef50f188f83 false https://shows.acast.com/booked-and-abandoned/episodes/6878c4e96fb6cef50f188f83 6878c4e96fb6cef50f188f83 678b0af35dd9c67f176b7957 full 1 21 Un-Used Subs Podcast. He’s chatted to real footballers and worked at RNZ and Sky. He’s got charm, range, and guests that actually reply. Basically, everything we aspire to be. Tune in for stories, banter, and why Goran’s the podcaster we’d be if we had our lives together.

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]]> Un-Used Subs Podcast. He’s chatted to real footballers and worked at RNZ and Sky. He’s got charm, range, and guests that actually reply. Basically, everything we aspire to be. Tune in for stories, banter, and why Goran’s the podcaster we’d be if we had our lives together.

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]]> Dirrenesh Thirukumar A.K.A. Fred Dirrenesh Thirukumar A.K.A. Fred Thu, 03 Jul 2025 20:00:50 GMT 1:14:02 6866130e31a42ee04e25a094 false https://shows.acast.com/booked-and-abandoned/episodes/6866130e31a42ee04e25a094 6866130e31a42ee04e25a094 678b0af35dd9c67f176b7957 full 1 20 Dirrenesh Thirukumar the clean boots behind The Boot Perspective and First Division. From grassroots to first-teamers at Auckland FC and Auckland City, his gear’s on players who back themselves. We chat ACL injuries, launching a boot brand in NZ, building a league for competitive players, and what it was like playing alongside Alex Pulson.

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]]> Dirrenesh Thirukumar the clean boots behind The Boot Perspective and First Division. From grassroots to first-teamers at Auckland FC and Auckland City, his gear’s on players who back themselves. We chat ACL injuries, launching a boot brand in NZ, building a league for competitive players, and what it was like playing alongside Alex Pulson.

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]]> Jonno Ross A.K.A. Ian Wright Jonno Ross A.K.A. Ian Wright Thu, 26 Jun 2025 19:14:32 GMT 1:02:42 685d188a47311de1b6daeaa4 false https://shows.acast.com/booked-and-abandoned/episodes/685d188a47311de1b6daeaa4 685d188a47311de1b6daeaa4 678b0af35dd9c67f176b7957 full 1 19 Jonno Ross joins us for a big chat about football community inclusion and what it means to truly live and breathe the game. From his days as a keeper, managing Mt Albert Ponsonby, to writing for Friends of Football, he shares what goes on behind the scenes and why supporter culture matters.

He’s also a man known for using an impressive amount of tape and we get into that too.

This was our first virtual episode so the audio’s not perfect but stick with it for a great conversation.

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]]> Jonno Ross joins us for a big chat about football community inclusion and what it means to truly live and breathe the game. From his days as a keeper, managing Mt Albert Ponsonby, to writing for Friends of Football, he shares what goes on behind the scenes and why supporter culture matters.

He’s also a man known for using an impressive amount of tape and we get into that too.

This was our first virtual episode so the audio’s not perfect but stick with it for a great conversation.

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]]> Andrew McKenzie A.K.A. Tim Howard Andrew McKenzie A.K.A. Tim Howard Thu, 19 Jun 2025 19:14:10 GMT 1:11:01 6853e36d412e0f0fbf321b25 false https://shows.acast.com/booked-and-abandoned/episodes/6853e36d412e0f0fbf321b25 6853e36d412e0f0fbf321b25 678b0af35dd9c67f176b7957 full 1 18 Booked and Abandoned flips the script this week as the birthday boy himself, Andrew McKenzie, jumps from host to guest. With Scott joined by special guest-host Brenden Child (yes, our very first guest, we’re sentimental like that), it’s time to unpack the podfather’s origin story.

From dodgy keeping to German embassy drama, it’s everything you never knew you needed, including one very Lineker-esque moment we definitely didn’t plan.

Get stuck in. It’s Andrew’s party and he’ll overshare if he wants to.

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]]> Booked and Abandoned flips the script this week as the birthday boy himself, Andrew McKenzie, jumps from host to guest. With Scott joined by special guest-host Brenden Child (yes, our very first guest, we’re sentimental like that), it’s time to unpack the podfather’s origin story.

From dodgy keeping to German embassy drama, it’s everything you never knew you needed, including one very Lineker-esque moment we definitely didn’t plan.

Get stuck in. It’s Andrew’s party and he’ll overshare if he wants to.

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]]> Robbie Graham A.K.A. David Seaman Robbie Graham A.K.A. David Seaman Thu, 12 Jun 2025 19:28:00 GMT 1:06:24 684aa4db7ffb4452ec1a148b false https://shows.acast.com/booked-and-abandoned/episodes/684aa4db7ffb4452ec1a148b 684aa4db7ffb4452ec1a148b 678b0af35dd9c67f176b7957 full 1 17 Robbie Graham is on the pod this week, and if you know Auckland football, you know the name. A MAP icon, long-time keeper, captain, and yes, somehow also the penalty taker.

We reached out to David Seaman who never replied, but it worked out better because Robbie showed up with stories that genuinely deliver.

From saving goals to scoring them, dodgy Europa League trips in Baku, and the real story behind NZ’s win over Bahrain, it’s all here.

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]]> Robbie Graham is on the pod this week, and if you know Auckland football, you know the name. A MAP icon, long-time keeper, captain, and yes, somehow also the penalty taker.

We reached out to David Seaman who never replied, but it worked out better because Robbie showed up with stories that genuinely deliver.

From saving goals to scoring them, dodgy Europa League trips in Baku, and the real story behind NZ’s win over Bahrain, it’s all here.

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]]> Max Whitehead A.K.A. Eden Hazard Max Whitehead A.K.A. Eden Hazard Thu, 05 Jun 2025 19:01:13 GMT 52:05 6840ac4944362f47200fecc0 false https://shows.acast.com/booked-and-abandoned/episodes/6840ac4944362f47200fecc0 6840ac4944362f47200fecc0 678b0af35dd9c67f176b7957 full 1 16 This week on Booked and Abandoned, we're joined by Max Whitehead — Oratia United's First Team forward, law student, and all-round machine.

Max takes us through his footballing journey from Northland FC to the Wellington Phoenix Academy and now leading the line at Oratia. We talk discipline, bodybuilding, balancing a law degree with first-team footy, and what it takes to chase big goals both on and off the pitch.


This isn’t someone playing with a balloon in his sock — Max is the real deal.

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]]> This week on Booked and Abandoned, we're joined by Max Whitehead — Oratia United's First Team forward, law student, and all-round machine.

Max takes us through his footballing journey from Northland FC to the Wellington Phoenix Academy and now leading the line at Oratia. We talk discipline, bodybuilding, balancing a law degree with first-team footy, and what it takes to chase big goals both on and off the pitch.


This isn’t someone playing with a balloon in his sock — Max is the real deal.

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]]> Kim Beale A.K.A. Sir Alex Ferguson Kim Beale A.K.A. Sir Alex Ferguson Thu, 29 May 2025 20:32:43 GMT 1:08:28 6834578657d2ddc0dbcad50b false https://shows.acast.com/booked-and-abandoned/episodes/6834578657d2ddc0dbcad50b 6834578657d2ddc0dbcad50b 678b0af35dd9c67f176b7957 full 1 15 From Valencia to Papatoetoe – Kim Beale Joins the Pod.

Sir Alex might’ve bottled it, but we’ve upgraded the dugout with grassroots coaching royalty: Kim Beale. From leading Papatoetoe United to shaping young talent through Soccer Plus NZ and the Valencia Foundation Academy, Kim’s building more than just game plans, he’s building futures.

We chat about taking kids to Spain for the football experience of a lifetime, running teams on heart not money, and why local legends show up when the global ones ghost us.

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]]> From Valencia to Papatoetoe – Kim Beale Joins the Pod.

Sir Alex might’ve bottled it, but we’ve upgraded the dugout with grassroots coaching royalty: Kim Beale. From leading Papatoetoe United to shaping young talent through Soccer Plus NZ and the Valencia Foundation Academy, Kim’s building more than just game plans, he’s building futures.

We chat about taking kids to Spain for the football experience of a lifetime, running teams on heart not money, and why local legends show up when the global ones ghost us.

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]]> Mark O’Donnell A.K.A. Neil Warnock Mark O’Donnell A.K.A. Neil Warnock Thu, 22 May 2025 19:23:58 GMT 1:06:47 682ef0eaa6fdc699fd88ec86 false https://shows.acast.com/booked-and-abandoned/episodes/682ef0eaa6fdc699fd88ec86 682ef0eaa6fdc699fd88ec86 678b0af35dd9c67f176b7957 full 1 14 Neil Warnock ghosted us... so we found the Kiwi version – and he brought a lawnmower. Mark O'Donnell has coached half of NZ, managed everyone else, and tells stories like your uncle at the pub (but better). Expect: Ice baths, wild transfers, and tales that probably need a disclaimer.

It’s grassroots gold – boots, beers, and all.

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]]> Neil Warnock ghosted us... so we found the Kiwi version – and he brought a lawnmower. Mark O'Donnell has coached half of NZ, managed everyone else, and tells stories like your uncle at the pub (but better). Expect: Ice baths, wild transfers, and tales that probably need a disclaimer.

It’s grassroots gold – boots, beers, and all.

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]]> Stu Roberts A.K.A. David Beckham Stu Roberts A.K.A. David Beckham Thu, 15 May 2025 18:55:08 GMT 1:05:18 68257cfab1b74cbbae67e3ec false https://shows.acast.com/booked-and-abandoned/episodes/68257cfab1b74cbbae67e3ec 68257cfab1b74cbbae67e3ec 678b0af35dd9c67f176b7957 full After a couple of weeks off (life, aye?), Booked and Abandoned returns with a cracker of an episode. This week, we’re joined by Stu Roberts - a proper New Zealand football journeyman with over 500 senior games, 100+ goals, and, yes, an appearance at Old Trafford. That Old Trafford. Eat your heart out, Beckham.

While David ghosted us again (he’s probably off filming another documentary), Stu showed up and brought three decades’ worth of incredible stories from the heart of grassroots football.

A cracking chat about Chatham Cup glories, Lining up against legends like Wynton Rufer and life as a proper club man.

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]]> After a couple of weeks off (life, aye?), Booked and Abandoned returns with a cracker of an episode. This week, we’re joined by Stu Roberts - a proper New Zealand football journeyman with over 500 senior games, 100+ goals, and, yes, an appearance at Old Trafford. That Old Trafford. Eat your heart out, Beckham.

While David ghosted us again (he’s probably off filming another documentary), Stu showed up and brought three decades’ worth of incredible stories from the heart of grassroots football.

A cracking chat about Chatham Cup glories, Lining up against legends like Wynton Rufer and life as a proper club man.

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]]> Daniel Eisenhut A.K.A. Jürgen Klopp Daniel Eisenhut A.K.A. Jürgen Klopp Thu, 24 Apr 2025 18:17:01 GMT 47:49 680a1ec93e1190c83135d5a9 false https://shows.acast.com/booked-and-abandoned/episodes/680a1ec93e1190c83135d5a9 680a1ec93e1190c83135d5a9 678b0af35dd9c67f176b7957 full 1 12 We almost landed Jürgen Klopp this week… but instead got someone with more local flavour and he returned our calls.

Daniel Eisenhut — new Oratia United head coach — joins us to chat grassroots footy, coaching chaos, and why Auckland rain builds character. Plus: the wildest pre-game ritual yet, risking death for the Warriors, and what we would've asked Klopp (had he not ghosted us).

Tune in — the Spezi’s still cold.

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]]> We almost landed Jürgen Klopp this week… but instead got someone with more local flavour and he returned our calls.

Daniel Eisenhut — new Oratia United head coach — joins us to chat grassroots footy, coaching chaos, and why Auckland rain builds character. Plus: the wildest pre-game ritual yet, risking death for the Warriors, and what we would've asked Klopp (had he not ghosted us).

Tune in — the Spezi’s still cold.

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]]> Stuart Greenaway A.K.A. Paolo Maldini Stuart Greenaway A.K.A. Paolo Maldini Thu, 17 Apr 2025 19:34:19 GMT 56:20 6800047a47809c35bd68af83 false https://shows.acast.com/booked-and-abandoned/episodes/6800047a47809c35bd68af83 6800047a47809c35bd68af83 678b0af35dd9c67f176b7957 full 1 11 When Paolo Maldini bailed, Stuart Greenaway stepped up – and honestly, we think we got the better deal. A former Northern Ireland U17 international, Stuart brings stories from the pitch, tackles that could split timelines (including one that left his groin with a Harry Potter like scar), and his current work coaching the future stars with Total Football Technique in Auckland.

We talk grassroots glory, coaching philosophy, and the fine art of being a rock-solid left back – on and off the field. Maldini might've missed out, but we didn’t.

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]]> When Paolo Maldini bailed, Stuart Greenaway stepped up – and honestly, we think we got the better deal. A former Northern Ireland U17 international, Stuart brings stories from the pitch, tackles that could split timelines (including one that left his groin with a Harry Potter like scar), and his current work coaching the future stars with Total Football Technique in Auckland.

We talk grassroots glory, coaching philosophy, and the fine art of being a rock-solid left back – on and off the field. Maldini might've missed out, but we didn’t.

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]]> Tiago A.K.A. Rui Patricio Tiago A.K.A. Rui Patricio Thu, 10 Apr 2025 19:10:39 GMT 31:12 67f793f7a77ecf0ae55e6b4f false https://shows.acast.com/booked-and-abandoned/episodes/67f793f7a77ecf0ae55e6b4f 67f793f7a77ecf0ae55e6b4f 678b0af35dd9c67f176b7957 full 1 10 Booked and Abandoned, we welcome our youngest (and sassiest) guest yet—11-year-old Tiago! Join Andrew and his football-mad son for a school break special packed with fun footy chat, trophy issues, goalkeeping fun, and a little Portuguese flair. Perfect for car rides, rainy days, and young fans on holiday!

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]]> Booked and Abandoned, we welcome our youngest (and sassiest) guest yet—11-year-old Tiago! Join Andrew and his football-mad son for a school break special packed with fun footy chat, trophy issues, goalkeeping fun, and a little Portuguese flair. Perfect for car rides, rainy days, and young fans on holiday!

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]]> Mark Withers A.K.A. Duncan Ferguson Mark Withers A.K.A. Duncan Ferguson Thu, 03 Apr 2025 19:07:45 GMT 41:15 67ee28647401961729c2dbda false https://shows.acast.com/booked-and-abandoned/episodes/67ee28647401961729c2dbda 67ee28647401961729c2dbda 678b0af35dd9c67f176b7957 full 1 9 Booked and Abandoned is here! After a week away we’re back at our home ground of Parrs Park, and our guest is none other than Mark Withers—a goal-scoring menace, a defender’s worst nightmare, and a man with stories to match. From local battles to two seasons at Northampton Town, we cover it all… including Big Dunc mysteriously ducking this one. Coincidence? We think not.

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]]> Booked and Abandoned is here! After a week away we’re back at our home ground of Parrs Park, and our guest is none other than Mark Withers—a goal-scoring menace, a defender’s worst nightmare, and a man with stories to match. From local battles to two seasons at Northampton Town, we cover it all… including Big Dunc mysteriously ducking this one. Coincidence? We think not.

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]]> Robby Robinson A.K.A. Steven Gerrard Robby Robinson A.K.A. Steven Gerrard Thu, 20 Mar 2025 15:52:14 GMT 46:53 67db6b0ad79e9e1991732e29 false https://shows.acast.com/booked-and-abandoned/episodes/67db6b0ad79e9e1991732e29 67db6b0ad79e9e1991732e29 678b0af35dd9c67f176b7957 full 1 8 We aimed for a Liverpool legend, but—much like a certain slip—he didn’t show.

So, we called in a true West Auckland battler: Robby Robinson! Tackles? Flying. Pitches? Dodgy. Ankles? Somehow still attached (just).

No slips, no dives—just a rock-solid episode.

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]]> We aimed for a Liverpool legend, but—much like a certain slip—he didn’t show.

So, we called in a true West Auckland battler: Robby Robinson! Tackles? Flying. Pitches? Dodgy. Ankles? Somehow still attached (just).

No slips, no dives—just a rock-solid episode.

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]]> Steve Cain A.K.A Maradona (2nd Leg) Steve Cain A.K.A Maradona (2nd Leg) Thu, 13 Mar 2025 18:10:22 GMT 38:18 67d2ae2537c61de896a279d1 false https://shows.acast.com/booked-and-abandoned/episodes/67d2ae2537c61de896a279d1 67d2ae2537c61de896a279d1 678b0af35dd9c67f176b7957 full 1 7 If you missed the first leg, well… good luck. This is part two, and context is everything.

Diego Maradona was technically unavailable… mostly because we forgot he was no longer with us. Classic admin fail.

But don’t worry—we’ve still got a living legend: Steve Cain! From Coventry City FC to top-level management, he’s done it all. Now, as Director of Football at Oratia United FC, he’s shaping NZ’s football future.

In this second leg, we pick up where we left off—covering everything from rocket launchers to literally cutting up pitches with a knife. It’s football chaos at its finest. Buckle up!

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]]> If you missed the first leg, well… good luck. This is part two, and context is everything.

Diego Maradona was technically unavailable… mostly because we forgot he was no longer with us. Classic admin fail.

But don’t worry—we’ve still got a living legend: Steve Cain! From Coventry City FC to top-level management, he’s done it all. Now, as Director of Football at Oratia United FC, he’s shaping NZ’s football future.

In this second leg, we pick up where we left off—covering everything from rocket launchers to literally cutting up pitches with a knife. It’s football chaos at its finest. Buckle up!

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]]> Steve Cain A.K.A Maradona (1st Leg) Steve Cain A.K.A Maradona (1st Leg) Thu, 06 Mar 2025 18:37:42 GMT 44:58 67c96b577da2435a8724c799 false https://shows.acast.com/booked-and-abandoned/episodes/67c96b577da2435a8724c799 67c96b577da2435a8724c799 678b0af35dd9c67f176b7957 full 1 6 Diego Maradona was technically unavailable… mostly because we forgot he was no longer with us. Classic admin fail.

But don’t worry—we’ve got a living legend instead: Steve Cain! From Coventry City FC to top-level management, he’s done it all. Now, as Director of Football at Oratia United FC, he’s shaping NZ’s football future.

We dive into his journey—from international management to leading Waitakere United. He had so much to share, we made this is to a two leg episode, enjoy the first leg!

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]]> Diego Maradona was technically unavailable… mostly because we forgot he was no longer with us. Classic admin fail.

But don’t worry—we’ve got a living legend instead: Steve Cain! From Coventry City FC to top-level management, he’s done it all. Now, as Director of Football at Oratia United FC, he’s shaping NZ’s football future.

We dive into his journey—from international management to leading Waitakere United. He had so much to share, we made this is to a two leg episode, enjoy the first leg!

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]]> James Montgomery A.K.A Ronaldo (R9) James Montgomery A.K.A Ronaldo (R9) Thu, 27 Feb 2025 18:21:55 GMT 37:53 67c024126b976c33515d3fd2 false https://shows.acast.com/booked-and-abandoned/episodes/67c024126b976c33515d3fd2 67c024126b976c33515d3fd2 678b0af35dd9c67f176b7957 full 1 5 Brazilian Ronaldo was supposed to be here… but much like our five-a-side defensive structure, he vanished without a trace. Enter Monty—a police tournament champion, a goal machine if he doesn't say so himself.

We discuss his greatest triumphs, his worst injuries, and the moral dilemma of supporting Manchester United (booo!). Plus, we ponder the true cost of grassroots football—sprained ankles, shattered egos, and the occasional trip to the hospital after scoring a screamer.

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]]> Brazilian Ronaldo was supposed to be here… but much like our five-a-side defensive structure, he vanished without a trace. Enter Monty—a police tournament champion, a goal machine if he doesn't say so himself.

We discuss his greatest triumphs, his worst injuries, and the moral dilemma of supporting Manchester United (booo!). Plus, we ponder the true cost of grassroots football—sprained ankles, shattered egos, and the occasional trip to the hospital after scoring a screamer.

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]]> Mike Hadnett A.K.A Dennis Bergkamp Mike Hadnett A.K.A Dennis Bergkamp Thu, 20 Feb 2025 18:36:25 GMT 44:07 67b6eb6a6f2e96290c6992ac false https://shows.acast.com/booked-and-abandoned/episodes/67b6eb6a6f2e96290c6992ac 67b6eb6a6f2e96290c6992ac 678b0af35dd9c67f176b7957 full 1 4 Dennis Bergkamp was supposed to be here… but much like our pre-match warm-ups, he never quite got off the ground. Enter Mike Hadnett—footballer, traveller, and the only man we know who can capture the beauty of grassroots football while dodging two-footed challenges.

Mike takes us through the chaos of away days in Argentina, the fine line between a strong tackle and a court case, and the unexpected places football can lead you—sometimes to love, sometimes to A&E.

Also, Mike is a sports photographer and a damn good one at that. Check out his work at mikehadnett.nz, because someone should be capturing these moments properly.

Listen now before we get hit with another retrospective red card.


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]]> Dennis Bergkamp was supposed to be here… but much like our pre-match warm-ups, he never quite got off the ground. Enter Mike Hadnett—footballer, traveller, and the only man we know who can capture the beauty of grassroots football while dodging two-footed challenges.

Mike takes us through the chaos of away days in Argentina, the fine line between a strong tackle and a court case, and the unexpected places football can lead you—sometimes to love, sometimes to A&E.

Also, Mike is a sports photographer and a damn good one at that. Check out his work at mikehadnett.nz, because someone should be capturing these moments properly.

Listen now before we get hit with another retrospective red card.


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]]> Kenny Walker A.K.A Roy Keane Kenny Walker A.K.A Roy Keane Thu, 13 Feb 2025 18:34:51 GMT 49:59 67adbb529b1efd490263c55c false https://shows.acast.com/booked-and-abandoned/episodes/67adbb529b1efd490263c55c 67adbb529b1efd490263c55c 678b0af35dd9c67f176b7957 full 1 3 Roy Keane was supposed to be here… but much like our hopes and dreams, he vanished without a trace. Enter Kenny Walker—grassroots hero, airborne acrobat, and survivor of football-induced lung punctures. He takes us on a journey through the highs (bicycle kicks), the lows (not being able to breathe), and the existential crisis of never finding boots that fit.

Also, we finally got some proper sound equipment, so you can hear every word of our nonsense in crisp detail. Sorry about that.

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]]> Roy Keane was supposed to be here… but much like our hopes and dreams, he vanished without a trace. Enter Kenny Walker—grassroots hero, airborne acrobat, and survivor of football-induced lung punctures. He takes us on a journey through the highs (bicycle kicks), the lows (not being able to breathe), and the existential crisis of never finding boots that fit.

Also, we finally got some proper sound equipment, so you can hear every word of our nonsense in crisp detail. Sorry about that.

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]]> Mark Oxley A.K.A James Milner Mark Oxley A.K.A James Milner Thu, 06 Feb 2025 18:01:34 GMT 36:05 67a4726b340a5590cd3b3863 false https://shows.acast.com/booked-and-abandoned/episodes/67a4726b340a5590cd3b3863 67a4726b340a5590cd3b3863 678b0af35dd9c67f176b7957 full 1 2

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]]> Brenden Child A.K.A Wayne Rooney Brenden Child A.K.A Wayne Rooney Thu, 30 Jan 2025 18:42:32 GMT 29:36 679b3f361542fb67e753623c false https://shows.acast.com/booked-and-abandoned/episodes/679b3f361542fb67e753623c 679b3f361542fb67e753623c 678b0af35dd9c67f176b7957 full 1 1

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]]> Booked and Abandoned - Trailer Booked and Abandoned - Trailer Sat, 18 Jan 2025 02:02:52 GMT 1:17 678b0bcdc7bd4ccb26a80113 false https://shows.acast.com/booked-and-abandoned/episodes/678b0bcdc7bd4ccb26a80113 678b0bcdc7bd4ccb26a80113 678b0af35dd9c67f176b7957 trailer

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