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The County Live Podcast

by Martin Johnston and Chris Ridgway

The County Live Podcast has been the home of Stockport County's most popular podcast since 2016. Each week Chris Ridgway and Martin Johnston are joined by Matty Mainwaring and/or Liam Dickinson to interview a player, report on the latest County news and discuss big news from the rest of football.

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Episodes

  1. Adam Le Fondre Rates Liam Dickinson's Pyjamas And Reveals Stockport County Invitation

    Special guest Adam Le Fondre joins Liam Dickinson and Chris Ridgway to talk Dave Challinor, Bolton and Rotherham and reveals James Jennings messaged him about playing for County last season.

  2. Tom Walker on playing with Alfie and his County future

    SCORING AGAINST HARTLEPOOL, PLAYING WITH ALFIE AND MY COUNTY FUTURE with Tom Walker Three time Stockport County loanee Tom Walker speaks about linking with John Rooney and Alex Reid, playing darts with Liam Hogan and how he assisted Adam Le Fondre in the Championship. Find out more at...

  3. Adam Le Fondre on his travels

    This week Stockport born and bred, ex-County striker Glenville Adam James le Fondre, (aka Adam Le Fondre, aka Alf, aka Alfie) joins the boys. He talks fondly about his time at Edgeley Park as well as playing in the Premier League and in Australia and India. Find out more at...

  4. Richie Bennett and the striker's union

    This week Chris sits back in awe as the striker's union take over County Live. Richie Bennett joins Liam Dickinson and Matty Mainwaring to talk all things goal scoring. Find out more at https://the-county-live-podcast.pinecast.co

  5. Mcauley Southam-Hales in the hot seat

    Macauley Southam-Hales joins Chris and Matt to speak about how he went from Cardiff City and Neil Warnock, to selling office supplies, to being one of the first names on County's current team sheet. Find out more at https://the-county-live-podcast.pinecast.co

  6. Red cards, new signings and the best goal ever scored.

    This week on County live Chris talks to the lads about red cards and great goals, while there's also news of some new signings. Find out more at https://the-county-live-podcast.pinecast.co

  7. The return of County Live | Adam Thomas on West Ham

    WE'RE BACK On this episode Chris, Matty and Dicko are joined by County's Adam Thomas to talk about the West Ham FA Cup defeat. Find out more at https://the-county-live-podcast.pinecast.co

  8. Sam Minihan and the CL team assess County's Christmas schedule

    After Alex Reid saw the Hatters safely home vs Barnet, the County Live squad assess the busy Christmas period. Long serving full back Sam Minihan is the guest. Find out more at https://the-county-live-podcast.pinecast.co

  9. Hammers history to repeat itself for happy Hatters?

    It took a last gasp winner to seal the deal but County went into the hat for the FA Cup third round and pulled out the plum draw of West Ham at home. Joining Chris and Martin to discuss both that game and the classic win over the Londoners in 1996 in the League Cup (not the one over Bobby Moore's...

  10. The County Live Big Players Quiz

    For this episode we decided it was time for a quiz. So we roped in ex-County superstars Michael Raynes, Gary Dicker, Matt Mainwaring and Liam Dickinson to take on Chris in three rounds of 10 questions. Why not get your pen and paper out and player along and see if you can beat them (and Chris)?...

  11. County back in Lockdown but we're still here

    Even though County won't be back on the pitch until November 28, that doesn't stop us talking about them. Chris joined by our regular star co-hosts Matty Mainwaring and Liam Dickinson to talk all things Hatter related in these crazy times. Find out more at https://the-county-live-podcast.pinecast.co

  12. County make full use of FA Cup reprieve | With James Jennings live

    In this week's edition of the new look Stockport County Live, the boys are joined by James Jennings. James talks about the frustration of being sidelined after such a great pre-season. Matty Mainwaring also features as County's upcoming raft of tough fixtures is examined. Find out more at...

  13. County draw Solihull blank | With Alex Reid live

    Jim Gannon, said in his praise of Alex Reid when he signed him that he wanted to 'give him a home'. Alex has shown already that he is too good a player to be bouncing around clubs. On Stockport County Live this week he discusses how he wants to be at County for a long time. Chris and Liam…

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  14. Spireites seen off as County go top inc Ash Palmer live interview

    This week Chris and Martin have Matty Mainwaring returning as co-host. Chris and Matty talk to County defender Ash Palmer about the team's great form. Jim Gannon's management style and his battles with fellow Yorkshireman Tom Denton. The boys then discuss the return game with Chesterfield and...

  15. Hot shot Rooney's five goals give County all six

    This week the boys are joined by Liam Dickinson (and daughter) to talk about County's convincing wins over Dover and Wealdstone. John Rooney, Alex Reid, Sam Minihan and Ash Palmer all come in for praise. The team also look ahead to Chesterfield in the Cup - a proper cup tie. Plus Liam has strong...

  16. County Live Season Opener with Matty Mainwaring

    In this first episode of the show for the 2020/2021 season Chris and Martin are joined by Matty Mainwaring. The trio talk about the first two games against Torquay and Halifax and look ahead to the Dover Athletic fixture. And in a new feature 'Broken News' the boys discuss both fans going back to...

  17. County Live with Phil Jevons

    In this week's episode of the County Live podcast Chris talks to Phil about his brief but highly eventful stint at Edgeley Park. They talk about working with Alan Lord and Carlo Ancelotti. Chris and Martin also discuss County's opening fixture against Torquay United and what that first first XI...

  18. County Live with Tom Bennett

    In this week's episode of County Live, Chris talks to Hatters' former midfielder Tom Bennett. Chris and Martin also discuss the steady influx of players to Edgeley Park and whether Lionel Messi's possible transfer from Barcelona is the biggest football story ever. Find out more at...

  19. County Live with Matty Warburton

    This week Chris caught up with one of County's stars of recent years, Matty Warburton. Matty Waxes lyrical about the County family and working with the gaffer, Jim Gannon. Chris and Martin also discuss the great news about Jim's new contract and the announcement about the new training ground.…

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  20. Stockport County Legend Series 15: Tommy Rowe

    Stockport County legend Tommy Rowe speaks with Chris Ridgway about his time with the club, working with Jim Gannon and playing with the likes of Adam LeFondre and Ashley Williams. Chris and Martin also discuss 'the richest game in sports' and the very welcome return of Jamie Stott. Find out more…

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  21. Stockport County Legend Series 14: Carlton Palmer

    In this week's legends interview Chris tracks down Carlton Palmer, who is currently living and working in China. Although his time at County didn't coincide with the happiest times for the club, it's still a fascinating interview. Martin and Chris then discuss some merchandising ideas, the career...

  22. Stockport County Legend Series 13: Alun Armstrong

    In this week's episode Chris has a biiiig chat with the legend that is Alun Armstrong, talking about among other things Jim Gannon, Ronaldo (the real one) and playing in the San Siro. Then Chris and Martin talk about new signings and pay tribute to a couple of County legends heading for the...

  23. The gaffer is back - brand new Jim Gannon interview

    Jim's back on the airwaves. Talking to Chris Ridgway about all things lockdown and post-lockdown. Plus there's news of two departures and two new signings.

  24. Stockport County Legend Series 12: Karim Fradin

    Stockport County legend Karim Fradin speaks to Chris Ridgway about his time with the club, experiences with Carlton Palmer, Andy Kilner and Jim Gannon, how he came to sign for the club and how he's now a chairman in France.

  25. Stockport County Legend Series 11: Chris Marsden

    In this week's special bonus episode Chris chews the fat with County legend Chris Marsden. They talked about Marsden's long career with many clubs and run the rule over some of the greats that he faced. There's also news of two departures as the squad for the 2020/2021 season starts to take…

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  26. Stockport County Legend series 10: Gary Dicker

    We're not going anywhere, even in semi-lockdown. We're still bringing you the brilliant content. On this episode Chris talks to County legend Gary Dicker. Find out more at https://the-county-live-podcast.pinecast.co This podcast is powered by Pinecast.

  27. Stockport County Legend Series - no 9 Brett Angell

    In the latest of our special lockdown bonus specials, Chris catches up on video with Hatter's legend Brett Angell. Here's the audio specially for you our podcast listeners.

  28. Stockport County Legend Series 8 - Kevin Francis

    We're delighted to bring you this extra special bonus lockdown episode of County Live. Chris talks exclusively to Kevin Francis at his home in Canada via Zoom. Our Theme tune is 'Broken lines' by Level Seven Event. Find out more at https://the-county-live-podcast.pinecast.co This podcast is…

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  29. Stockport County Legend Series 7: Luis Cavaco

    This week for our lockdown special we have the audio recording of Chris's video chat with County's original Portuguese legend Luis Cavaco.

  30. Stockport County Legend Series 6: Ashley Williams

    This week Chris spoke to 100% legit legend, a true Hatters Hero: Ashley Williams. They talked about the highs and lows of his time at Edgeley Park and hooking up with Wayne Hennessey again with the Wales squad, where they took part in some low key trolling of Gareth Bale. Find out more at...

  31. Stockport County Legend Series 5: Peter Ward

    A true legend joined Chris this week to talk about his career with the Hatters and beyond. It was a real pleasure to welcome Peter Ward on to the County Live podcast. Find out more at https://the-county-live-podcast.pinecast.co This podcast is powered by Pinecast.

  32. Bonus episode: Matty Mainwaring interview

    This week for our lockdown special bonus episode, Chris spoke to Matty Mainwaring. While even Matty himself would tell you he's not a legend, he still has a fascinating story to tell. A Championship level player who's career was cut short by injury, Matty tells Chris all about his career since as…

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  33. Stockport County Legend Series 4: Mike Flynn

    In the fourth episode of our bonus series to keep you entertained during lockdown Chris has a long chat with that most County of County legends Mike Flynn.

  34. The legend series: Tony Dinning.

    Tony Dinning joins Chris Ridgway as they revisit Tony's legendary County career.

  35. Bonus episode - could you pick County's best ever goals?

    In this third of our bonus 'top three' episodes Sam Byrne of the Stockport Express joins our very own Chris Ridgway to sift through County's best ever goals. They end up picking just three, as if that's even possible.

  36. Bonus episode - The Legend Series 2 feat. Andy Preece

    In the second of the this special series while we are all locked down and missing football Chris talks to the legend that is Andy Preece.

  37. Bonus Episode - what are County's top three off-field moments?

    In the latest lockdown bonus episode of County Live, Chris discusses the Hatters away from the pitch with Sam Byrne of the Stockport Express. They try and narrow down the top three off-field moments of their lifetime. Find out more at https://the-county-live-podcast.pinecast.co This podcast is...

  38. Bonus Episode - The Legend Series 1 feat. Sean Connelly

    In the second podcast for our bonus episodes under lockdown we launch the new legend series where Chris talks on the phone to a Conunty Legend. And what a way to start. Sean Connelly joined Chris for a fascinating chat about County, managers good and great and working with the Wales national…

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  39. Bonus #StayHome episode - who are County's all time top three strikers?

    In the first of a series of bonus #StayHome #StaySafe episodes, Chris and Martin bring in Sam Byrne of The Stockport Express to decide once and for all who is County's best ever striker and who is trailing in his wake as second and third best.

  40. County head south aiming to regain play-off spot + new signing news

    News of a new signing hit just as we were prepping this show so there's chat about that plus Chris's favourite subject: refereeing standards in the National League. Chris also talks to Jim about the Barnet draw and they look ahead to the trip to Maidenhead and the fight for the play-offs. As…

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  41. Hatters well up for play-off battle with Barnet

    This week's Player of the Week was chosen before last week's game even kicked off. This week Chris and Martin tip their hats to Sam Walker and his century of club appearances. Chris also talks to manager Jim Gannon about the 'nine cup finals' (as Jon Keighren called them) left for County this...

  42. County up for sinking the Fleet (inc interview with Mitch of Fuzzy Sun)

    Chris's special guest on the podcast is Mitch Bancroft of Fuzzy Sun. A Stockport band on the verge of very big things. Chris also talks through a frustrating game against Woking with the gaffer Jim Gannon and they assess the trip to bottom of the table Ebbsfleet. Chris and Martin also choose the...

  43. County looking to play Cards right (inc. special Kenny Boxhall interview)

    We have a real humdinger of a County Live for you this week. We have two true Hatter's legends interviewed and news of more to come. As well as our weekly catch up with gaffer Jim Gannon, we have a real treat, as Chris sat down with the voice of Edgeley Park, the one and only Kenny Boxhall. We…

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  44. County aim to clip Ravens' wings

    Chris interviews manager Jim Gannon at Edgeley Park and discusses how the Hatters can still stay in contention in the National League. Chris and Martin also discuss why the Bromley game could be a cracker, look forward to seeing more of Lois Maynard and will Danny Lloyd to score. There's also an...

  45. County aim to pull out of mini slump with Dag & Red trip

    Even though wins are currently hard to come by, it's still a great time to be a County fan with two key signings this week. The most interesting of which is of course the signing of Simon Wilson as Director of Football. In another cracking episode Chris and Martin discuss what it means for the...

  46. Hatters host Athletic next

    Chris and Martin pick over the current battleground that is the National League playoff places. While manager Jim Gannon outlines how County will fight for every inch of territory in the business end of the season. Find out more at https://the-county-live-podcast.pinecast.co This podcast is…

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  47. Hatters off to Hartlepool

    Another cracker of a show this week has a special tribute at the start to Lewis Holland. We then rave about the return of the Lloyd before Chris interviews the returning hero himself. Chris also talks Hartlepool, Sutton and takeovers with the gaffer.

  48. ***Takeover special with Jim Gannon***

    Following the breaking news of Mark Stott's takeover of the club we have a special episode with Jim Gannon's detailed thoughts. Plus all the latest squad news including chat about three new signings.

  49. County not counting chickens ahead of cup tie

    Chris and Martin assess the damage from the loss to Boreham Wood and talk up the positives, as they are wont to do. In a long interview with manager Jim Gannon, Chris gets his reaction to the game and looks forward to playing a side County have not faced before in Dorking Wanderers. Chris then...

  50. Into the Wood as County kick off 2020

    Despite being weighed down with seasonal cheese, Chris and Martin discuss their satisfaction at a 6/9 undefeated festive period for the Hatters. Chris picks over the turkey bones of the three games with the gaffer and looks ahead to the visit of Borehamwood. The boys then laud player of the week...

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The County Live Podcast has been the home of Stockport County's most popular podcast since 2016. Each week Chris Ridgway and Martin Johnston are joined by Matty Mainwaring and/or Liam Dickinson to interview a player, report on the latest County news and discuss big news from the rest of football.

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The County Live Podcast has been the home of Stockport County's most popular podcast since 2016. Each week Chris Ridgway and Martin Johnston are joined by Matty Mainwaring and/or Liam Dickinson to interview a player, report on the latest County news and discuss big news from the rest of football.

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