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Housecast

Lowerhouse Cricket Club

Housecast is the podcast of Lowerhouse Cricket Club, created in 2018 by Jez Hope, Joe Martin and Adam Hope. Blending history, humour and heart, it shares the stories of the club’s players, legends and characters past and present. From lockdown Zoom calls to title-winning tales, Housecast has grown into a must-listen for supporters and cricket lovers alike. Got an idea or want to feature? Email adam@lowerhousecc.com
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  • 177 episodes
  • Updated July 23

Episodes177

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  • Jul 31, 2022 · 58 min

    The 2022 Mid-Season Review

    Joe M, Jez and Gary bang their heads together to give a review of the season so far for the First, Second, Third and Fourth Team. Many thanks to our sponsors: Milltown Pies – www.facebook.com/MillTownPies/ Spoonful of Sweets www.spoonfulofsweets.co.uk

  • Jul 27, 2022 · 1 hr 17 min

    Lowerhouse CC 160 not out & Tommy Shutt (ft. Anne Cochrane and Paul Hargreaves)

    We've been working on a project behind the scenes, I say we, Paul and Anne have. This is a special podcast recorded in the clubhouse - let us know what you think of the quality. 160 not out! Cricket had been played in the village for some time, but in the summer of 1862 two teams, Habergham Garibaldians and Britannia, had merged to form the present club. In August, 1862, some of them went, literally cap in hand, to their boss at John Dugdale and Brothers Cotton Mill, to ask for permission to turn one of his fields into a cricket ground. Cricket being considered a most respectable pastime, JamesDugdale lent them the field, rent free, and the story of Lowerhouse Cricket Club began. In 1914, when the club held a grand fund-raising bazaar, they published a lovely handbook, which included a detailed history of the club to that date. https://view.publitas.com/lowerhouse-cricket-club/lowerhouse-bazaar-1914/page/1 You can also read more on the early years of the club on our website. https://www.lowerhousecc.com/?p=64569 and https://www.lowerhousecc.com/lowerhouse-cricket-club- 1862-1962-a-history/ To mark the 160th anniversary, we are delighted to announce a first ever History Books podcast, to accompany a new profile on the website of Tommy Shutt (1875-1952), who was born a stone’s throw from the ground, and who is definitely one of our “Greatest of All Time” players. Many thanks to our sponsors: Milltown Pies – www.facebook.com/MillTownPies/ Spoonful of Sweets www.spoonfulofsweets.co.uk

  • Jun 13, 2022 · 1 hr 7 min

    LIVE: Housecasts' First Half Commentary vs East Lancs (Twenty20)

    Our first ever attempt at commentary for a game - we tried our best and had some initial technical difficulties but its something we'd love to do again in the future. Hosted by Jez and Gav, we bring in many a special guest too... We would really appreciate feedback, if you've got any comments, get in touch on social media or email housecast@lowerhousecc.com Scorecard: http://lancashireleague.com/Scorecards/1190/1190918.html Many thanks to our sponsors: Milltown Pies – www.facebook.com/MillTownPies/ Spoonful of Sweets www.spoonfulofsweets.co.uk

  • Jun 13, 2022 · 41 min

    LIVE: Housecasts' Second Half Commentary vs East Lancs (Twenty20)

    Our first ever attempt at commentary for a game - we tried our best and had some initial technical difficulties but its something we'd love to do again in the future. Hosted by Jez and Gav, we bring in many a special guest too... We would really appreciate feedback, if you've got any comments, get in touch on social media or email housecast@lowerhousecc.com Scorecard: http://lancashireleague.com/Scorecards/1190/1190918.html Many thanks to our sponsors: Milltown Pies – www.facebook.com/MillTownPies/ Spoonful of Sweets www.spoonfulofsweets.co.uk

  • Jun 1, 2022 · 54 min

    I can't believe Father Brian isn't your Dad? (ft. Matt Hope)

    It's that time again, to review the last 5 games! We also welcome Second Team skipper Matt Hope to talk through the Second Teams season so far. Is Father Brian really Joe Martins Dad? Many thanks to our sponsors: Milltown Pies – www.facebook.com/MillTownPies/ Spoonful of Sweets www.spoonfulofsweets.co.uk REFERENCES: Matt Hope Lowerhouse Number: 426 Player Profile: http://lancashireleague.com/Players/61/61374/61374.html

  • May 13, 2022 · 56 min

    I went in at 50 odd for 8, and thought what am I doing here? (ft. Toxy Hussain)

    A bit of an emergency pod, after the weekend we had. We're joined by Jez and Joe, the MD and Toxy Hussain to talk about this weekends games against Haslingden and Rawtenstall. Many thanks to our sponsors: Milltown Pies – www.facebook.com/MillTownPies/ Spoonful of Sweets www.spoonfulofsweets.co.uk REFERENCES: Toxy Hussain Lowerhouse Number: 498 Player Profile: http://lancashireleague.com/Players/125/125131/125131.html

  • May 7, 2022 · 38 min

    Pie and peas for teas? Sets you up for the second innings (ft. Dean Barlow)

    We catch up on the weekends cricket, mainly the win at Norden hosted by Gav, Joe and Gary. This weeks guest is Dean Barlow Many thanks to our sponsors: Milltown Pies – www.facebook.com/MillTownPies/ Spoonful of Sweets www.spoonfulofsweets.co.uk REFERENCES: Dean Barlow Lowerhouse Number: 499 Player Profile: http://lancashireleague.com/Players/480/480570/480570.html

  • Apr 22, 2022 · 59 min

    Sensible, Mature and Joe Hawke in the same paragraph (ft. Tom Walker)

    We catch up with new signing Tom Walker on his exemplary start to the season. We talk about our game vs the Deccan Chargers, The Ron Singleton Trophy win and our win at Ramsbottom. Tom tells us all about him and his start at the club, joined by your regular hosts. Many thanks to our sponsors: Milltown Pies – www.facebook.com/MillTownPies/ Spoonful of Sweets www.spoonfulofsweets.co.uk REFERENCES: Tom Walker Lowerhouse Number: 509 Player Profile: http://lancashireleague.com/Players/2061/2061336/2061336.html

  • Apr 14, 2022 · 54 min

    A catch up with the The Advanced Performance Programme

    Joe Martin and Gav (Gavs debut podcast as host!) catch up with members of the The Lowerhouse Advanced Performance Programme, which has been running for a few years now. Featuring Managing Director Matthew Stansfield, George Durkin, Henri Cottam, Joel Sharpe and Tom Yorke-Robinson Many thanks to our sponsors: Milltown Pies – www.facebook.com/MillTownPies/ Spoonful of Sweets www.spoonfulofsweets.co.uk

  • Apr 7, 2022 · 1 hr 10 min

    If you don't get a hand on it, it doesn't count Joe (ft. Stephen Parry and Ben Heap)

    We've had a little break. It has been winter after all. We catch up with Paz and Ben on how last season went, how we're wintering and the upcoming season. Stephen talks about his philosophies on cricket and the future of Lowerhouse too.. Many thanks to our sponsors: Milltown Pies – www.facebook.com/MillTownPies/ Spoonful of Sweets www.spoonfulofsweets.co.uk Enjoy REFERENCES: Ben Heap Lowerhouse Number: 458 Player Profile: http://lancashireleague.com/Players/64/64254/64254.html

  • Mar 31, 2022 · 22 min

    Special Edition! Housecast update & 3 Lowerhouse Draws!

    We're back! A little hiatus with it being winter and all. Jez got behind on the Lowerhouse Draw, so we drew 3 at once. We talk about plans for the season and Adam Hope joins us to talk about the new main sponsor for the club, Birchall Foodservice and our about our cracking iPhone app update... Enjoy Many thanks to our sponsors: Milltown Pies – www.facebook.com/MillTownPies/ Spoonful of Sweets www.spoonfulofsweets.co.uk

  • Jan 20, 2022 · 39 min

    You're on mute Blez. (ft. Peter Fulton) Part 3

    We catch up with 2004 pro, Test cricketer and now coach Peter Fulton. Also making his Housecast debut is Charlie Cottam and Chriz Bleazard joins us to recount the momentous season. This is part 2 of 3. Many thanks to our sponsors: Milltown Pies – www.facebook.com/MillTownPies/ Alexander Grace Law – www.alexandergrace-law.co.uk/ SPE Furnishings – www.spefurnishings.co.uk/ Spoonful of Sweets www.spoonfulofsweets.co.uk Enjoy

  • Jan 13, 2022 · 44 min

    You're on mute Blez. (ft. Peter Fulton) Part 2

    We catch up with 2004 pro, Test cricketer and now coach Peter Fulton. Also making his Housecast debut is Charlie Cottam and Chriz Bleazard joins us to recount the momentous season. This is part 2 of 3. Many thanks to our sponsors: Milltown Pies – www.facebook.com/MillTownPies/ Alexander Grace Law – www.alexandergrace-law.co.uk/ SPE Furnishings – www.spefurnishings.co.uk/ Spoonful of Sweets www.spoonfulofsweets.co.uk Enjoy

  • Jan 6, 2022 · 47 min

    You're on mute Blez. (ft. Peter Fulton) Part 1

    We catch up with 2004 pro, Test cricketer and now coach Peter Fulton. Also making his Housecast debut is Charlie Cottam and Chriz Bleazard joins us to recount the momentous season. This is part 1 of 3. Many thanks to our sponsors: Milltown Pies – www.facebook.com/MillTownPies/ Alexander Grace Law – www.alexandergrace-law.co.uk/ SPE Furnishings – www.spefurnishings.co.uk/ Spoonful of Sweets www.spoonfulofsweets.co.uk Enjoy

  • Dec 23, 2021 · 1 hr 12 min

    The Housecast 2021 Christmas Special

    Our 2021 Christmas special is here. Listen to an hour of our guest not being able to connect to zoom and not see each other! Many thanks to those who have listened to us over the last 2 years. We love your feedback. This needed a great bit of editing (thanks to Joe Martin!) Many thanks to our sponsors: Milltown Pies – www.facebook.com/MillTownPies/ Alexander Grace Law – www.alexandergrace-law.co.uk/ SPE Furnishings – www.spefurnishings.co.uk/ Spoonful of Sweets www.spoonfulofsweets.co.uk Enjoy

  • Dec 22, 2021 · 4 min

    Lowerhouse Draw! Bumper Christmas December Winners 2021

    Jez reveals the winners of the Bumper Christmas December Lowerhouse Draw! Many thanks to our sponsors: Milltown Pies – www.facebook.com/MillTownPies/ Alexander Grace Law – www.alexandergrace-law.co.uk/ SPE Furnishings – www.spefurnishings.co.uk/ Spoonful of Sweets www.spoonfulofsweets.co.uk Enjoy