The Staffordshire Football Show

In Safe Hands : Broken Trust : Gary Cliffe's Story

Thu, 12 Mar 2026 17:54:50 GMT

In this powerful and important episode, we sit down with Gary Cliffe (Head of Safeguarding at Port Vale FC), a survivor of child sexual abuse within football, to discuss his personal story and the critical importance of safeguarding in sport and youth environments.

⚠️ Content Warning: This episode discusses child sexual abuse and may be distressing for some listeners.

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In Safe Hands : How safeguarding failures led to the loss of my daughter

Sat, 31 Jan 2026 11:35:23 GMT

Warning: This episode features sensitive topics: In Safe Hands is a podcast about safeguarding, told through real stories and real voices. Each episode centres lived experience from across sport and beyond, creating space for people to share their experiences of effective safeguarding, as well as the consequences when systems fail.

In Episode One, Vicky Collins, Designated Safeguarding Officer at Staffordshire FA, is joined by Kay Speedman, who speaks openly about her experience and the devastating loss of her daughter due to safeguarding failures.

With a particular focus on football, In Safe Hands explores the lessons the game must learn to better protect children, young people and adults at risk. Through honest conversations with survivors, practitioners and those driving change, the podcast goes beyond policy and procedures to examine culture, power and accountability.

This is not about headlines or hindsight. It’s about listening, learning and doing better — so that safeguarding in football, and in society, truly keeps people in safe hands.

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Ep11 | Rachel Unitt | Lioness to Firefighter

Tue, 08 Jul 2025 11:55:26 GMT

Former Lioness and current Staffordshire Firefighter, Rachel Unitt tells her story as a Lioness who made over 100 international appearances, including five major tournaments, but scoring at the Bescot Stadium still reigns supreme in her memory.

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EP10 | England Lioness | Hannah Hampton's School Years

Fri, 04 Jul 2025 14:13:54 GMT

England Lioness Hannah Hampton's former PE Teacher, Emma Heighway tells all the tales of the England number one's school years and how she knew that Hampton would go right to the very top of the game. Hampton spent her last school years at Erasmus Darwin Academy in the south of the county before moving on to a full time career in the beautiful game.

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Performing Under Pressure Podcast : Adam Evans (Staffordshire FA CEO)

Wed, 02 Apr 2025 15:22:33 GMT

Our CEO, Adam Evans recently featured on the University of Staffordshire's "Performing Under Pressure" podcast series. In this episode, Adam, discusses leadership and organisational culture with Professor Matt Slater and Dr. Paul Mansell, focusing on how to create a culture that drives the organization forward.

To view more from the 'Performing Under Pressure' podcast please visit - https://open.spotify.com/show/2UVgbxrwlSJKHax8CmsDOc?si=7f6e53e92e314eed

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EP8 | The Pitch to Dugout Transition | Darren Moore Explains All

Wed, 26 Feb 2025 14:11:53 GMT

We're joined by Port Vale Manager, Darren Moore for the launch of Staffordshire FA's Black, South Asian & Mixed Heritage Coach Development Group. Moore walks you through his journey from his playing days to what life is like in the dugout, before the floor opened for a questions and answers session from our coaching network.

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EP7 | Friend or Foe | Newcastle Town x Leek Town

Mon, 20 Jan 2025 15:51:08 GMT

In this episode of The Staffordshire Football Show, join us as we delve into the world of Newcastle Town FC and Leek Town FC. Club Chairs Gavin Appleby of Newcastle and Jon Eeles of Leek discuss all things rivalries, friendships, cup runs, promotions and more.

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EP6 | The Impossible Dream | Amputation to England Lioness

Mon, 25 Nov 2024 16:22:51 GMT

In this episode of The Staffordshire Football Show, we're joined by England Amputee Football Lionesses Annabel Kiki and Tayla Page. The Staffordshire duo return from the World Cup in Colombia. But this wasn't any World Cup, this was the inaugural Women's Amputee World Cup. A chance to create history. An opportunity they never thought was possible!

From amputation, to representing your country, Kiki and Page share their journeys into life as amputee footballer's.

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EP5 | The Walsall Senior Cup LIVE

Tue, 07 May 2024 22:00:00 GMT

Listen back to LIVE commentary of the Walsall Senior Cup between Rushall Olympic and Chasetown. Commentary brought to you by Luke Powell alongside Rushall Olympic's Sam Mantom and former Chasetown Manager Charlie Blakemore.

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EP4 | The Staffordshire Senior Challenge Cup LIVE

Tue, 16 Apr 2024 22:00:25 GMT

Listen back to LIVE commentary of the Staffordshire Senior Challenge Cup between Leek Town and Rushall Olympic. Commentary brought to you by Luke Powell with special guest analysis from Leek Town's Tom Scully and Rushall Olympic's Sam Mantom.

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EP3 | Inside Port Vale with CEO Matt Hancock

Mon, 01 Apr 2024 00:00:03 GMT

In this episode of The Staffordshire Football Show, join us as we delve into the world of Port Vale with CEO Matt Hancock. From the pitch to the boardroom, Hancock shares his insights into life at Port Vale, his journey to becoming CEO, and the club's ambitious future plans. Get an exclusive glimpse into Hancock's multifaceted role within the Staffordshire FA and his extensive experience in grassroots football. Discover the driving forces behind Port Vale's vision and the invaluable lessons learned along the way in this captivating discussion with one of football's visionary leaders.

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EP2 | Winning Formulas | Insights from Pro Academies to Grassroots Heroes

Fri, 01 Mar 2024 00:01:38 GMT

The second episode of The Staffordshire Football Show is a cracker with some unbelieve guests from professional clubs in Port Vale and Stoke City, and we’re also joined by a host of grassroots coaches and coach developers.

In this Episode we’ll hear from Port Vale’s Academy Director Will Ryder, Stoke City’s Academy Director Gareth Owen as well as interviews with Jo Waldron from Berkswich, Staffordshire FA Coach Developers David Ebberson & Martyn Irvine, AFC Fradley’s Jenny Allen and FA Community Champion Bev Clarke.

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EP1 | Staffordshire Cup Clashes | Glory Beckons

Thu, 01 Feb 2024 09:34:10 GMT

In the inaugural Staffordshire Football Show, listeners will gain a sneak peek into the riveting world of Staffordshire football. The focus is on the remaining teams in the Staffordshire Cups, promising a thrilling exploration of local football talent and competition.

With a star-studded lineup of guests from Kidsgrove Athletic, Eccleshall, Chasetown, Stone Old Alleynians, Sporting Khalsa Women & Leek Town, each bringing their own unique insights and expertise to the discussion.

We're also joined by Kath Leflay from the Staffordshire FA Board of Directors to talk about Football v Homophobia Month of Action and what's happening in the county to combat discrimination.

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