I Had Trials Once...

I Had Trials Once... is a weekly football podcast and YouTube show hosted by Gareth Seddon and Jordan Hulme, featuring a range of guests from Premier League to Non-League, sharing stories you are unlikely to hear elsewhere, talking through their unique careers and much more!

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166 episodes
Updated July 8

Episodes166

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Jan 15, 2020 · 1 hr 9 min
Paul Linwood | 'Part Two'
Joining Gareth Seddon and Jordan Hulme for our season finale is one of our most popular guests in Paul Linwood. The former Tranmere Rovers, Chester City, Grimsby Town, Fleetwood Town and Salford City defender touched on several topics, including his controversial first appearance on the I Had Trials Once podcast... ✍️ Our partner The Athletic are giving IHTO viewers a FREE 7-day trial when you join through our exclusive link... ⚽ Claim yours here! www.theathletic.co.uk/ihadtrialsonce 👇 Supp.
Jan 8, 2020 · 1 hr 32 min
Liam Dickinson I 'Joey Barton’s Wallet'
New year, new pod. Join Gaz and Jordan as they speak to Liam Dickinson to find out about his 'wild boy' reputation... Dickinson played for Stockport County, Derby County, Huddersfield Town, Blackpool, Leeds United and many more clubs, scoring a winning goal at Wembley in a play-off final along the way. Find out how Joey Barton ‘squashed’ him with his wallet, the story of his time at Derby County and how he went from warming up next to Ronaldo and Nani to playing Non-League football... O...
Dec 30, 2019 · 1 hr 23 min
Tony Thompson | 'New Year Special'
Following a busy Christmas of Non-League fixtures, the pod is back for the final episode of 2019 and after a week off, Gaz is back to rejoin Jordan. A current teammate of Jordan, our final guest of the decade is Altrincham goalkeeper Tony Thompson. The guys discuss how their Christmas has been, a few Christmas stories and also discuss Tony's career, which started at Rotherham United as a professional. His other clubs include Morecambe, Chester and Fylde. ✍️ Our partner The Athletic are givi...
Dec 20, 2019 · 1 hr 18 min
John Welsh | 'From Anfield to Atherton'
Former Liverpool, Hull City, Tranmere, Preston, Grimsby Town and now Non-League Atherton Collieries midfielder John Welsh is our latest I Had Trials Once guest. John's stories include his experiences coming through the ranks at Liverpool and playing in their successful Champions League winning season. ✍️ Our partner The Athletic are giving IHTO viewers a FREE 7-day trial when you join through our exclusive link... ⚽️ Claim yours here! 👇 www.theathletic.co.uk/ihadtrialsonce Support the...
Dec 5, 2019 · 1 hr 53 min
Paul Dickov | 'That Goal at Wembley...'
This week the guys are joined by former Arsenal, Man City, Leicester City and Blackburn Rovers striker Paul Dickov. Topics include THAT famous goal against Gillingham, the impact Joe Royle had on Manchester City and beating Liverpool as manager of Oldham... Enjoy! ✍️ Our partner The Athletic are giving IHTO viewers a FREE 7-day trial when you join through our exclusive link... ⚽️ Claim yours here! 👇 theathletic.co.uk/ihadtrialsonce Support the show
Nov 20, 2019 · 1 hr 31 min
Danny Higginbotham | 'Hang Gliding with Sir Alex'
This week the guys are joined by former Premier League player and current Sky Sports pundit, Danny Higginbotham. They talk everything from his early days at Manchester United to his lifelong support of Jordan's current side, Altrincham FC... Enjoy! Support the show
Nov 13, 2019 · 1 hr 16 min
Dean Windass | 'Working Class Legend'
I Had Trials Once... is back with a trip to Hull to meet up with the one and only Dean Windass. The episode covers everything from his play-off winning goal to nearly attacking a certain Robbie Savage in the Players Lounge after a game. Enjoy! ✍️ Our partner The Athletic are giving IHTO viewers a FREE 7-day trail when you join through our exclusive link... ⚽ Claim yours here! www.theathletic.co.uk/ihadtrialsonce 👇 Support the show
Sep 25, 2019 · 1 hr 21 min
Adam Morgan | 'Brendan Rodgers' Riot Van'
This week Jordan is flying solo as Gaz is off ill. So with the help of his trusty sidekick ' Princess', he interviews former Liverpool striker Adam Morgan on the highs and lows of his career so far. They discuss everything from riot vans on tour with Brendan Rodgers, to a bust up with Yeovil Town manager Gary Johnson... Enjoy Support the show
Sep 17, 2019 · 1 hr 5 min
Gareth Seddon & Jordan Hulme | Q&A Special
This week the guys sat down for a special episode of 'I Had Trials Once', answering listener questions and discussing a range of topics ranging from who their dream podcast guest would be, to how do they apply sun cream on their own! Support the show
Aug 30, 2019 · 14 min
Bonus Ep | Nicky Adams on Bury FC
Three months after he first came onto the podcast, Gaz caught up with the always honest and passionate Nicky Adams to discuss Bury FC's expulsion from the EFL. Support the show
Aug 30, 2019 · 1 hr 15 min
Lee Ashcroft | 'Loose Cannon'
One of our most popular guests Gary Stopforth stepped in for Jordan this week to co-host alongside Gaz as we welcomed former Preston, Grimsby, Wigan and Southport forward Lee Ashcroft to the pod. Topics include his time as manager of Stopforth whilst at Kendal Town, an 'incident' with his managers son at West Brom and the heartbreaking situation at Bury FC. Support the show
Aug 14, 2019 · 1 hr 32 min
Craig Dootson | 'Never Chip a Keeper'
Our latest guest to join Gaz and Jordan is goalkeeping coach Craig Dootson, who discusses his time with Liverpool Ladies and Salford City, as well as taking full blame for a club's relegation. Enjoy! Support the show
Aug 8, 2019 · 1 hr 35 min
Gary Stopforth | 'The Broken Van'
This week the guys are joined by former teammate and current Chester midfielder Gary Stopforth. Stories cover both on and off the pitch during their time together at Salford, his time in America and even smashing his van on the way to the podcast... Enjoy! Support the show
Jul 29, 2019 · 1 hr 31 min
James Jennings | 'Paul Ince's Lock In'
Our latest I Had Trials Once... guest is current Wrexham defender James Jennings. The 31-year-old has played for Macclesfield, Kettering, Cambridge United, Mansfield, Forest Green and Cheltenham since coming through the Manchester City academy. Support the show
Jul 25, 2019 · 1 hr 38 min
Ben Pringle | ‘Steve Evans Loves Pringles’
This week the guys are joined by former Derby County, Rotherham United, Fulham and Preston midfielder Ben Pringle, who talks about the highs and lows of his career to date. Support the show
Jul 21, 2019 · 1 hr 17 min
Shwan Jalal | 'Guinness with Bono'
Iraq international goalkeeper Shwan Jalal joins Gareth and Jordan in this 'I Had Trials Once...' episode. The 35-year-old's career so far has taken him from Tottenham Hotspur to Bournemouth and to current side Chesterfield, with many other clubs in-between. Stories include as a Christmas outing to Dublin organised by Teddy Sheringham, underdog success with Macclesfield Town and playing against Real Madrid in a friendly... Support the show
Jul 18, 2019 · 1 hr 17 min
Daniel Nardiello | 'Champ Manager Legend'
This week we’re joined by former Manchester United, Barnsley and Bury striker Daniel Nardiello, who talks about life as a youngster at Old Trafford playing alongside the likes of David Beckham and Roy Keane, to being known as the ultimate Championship Manager legend. Support the show
Jul 2, 2019 · 1 hr 25 min
Mike Phenix | ‘Rise of the Phenix’
Gareth and Jordan are joined by former Barnsley and Southport forward, Mike Phenix. They talk about the highs and lows of his career, touching on his time playing with Jordan at Salford and also his more recent off the field issues, resulting in an early retirement. Enjoy! Support the show
Jun 27, 2019 · 1 hr 1 min
Gareth Seddon & Jordan Hulme | 'Pre Pre-Season'
I Had Trials Once... is officially back for series two! After a month away, Gareth and Jordan give us an update on what they’ve been up to, from traveling across Thailand to making summer signings, as well as sharing some brilliant pre-season stories from their careers. Enjoy! Support the show
May 22, 2019 · 1 hr 23 min
#7 Nicky Adams | 'Street Rat'
This week Gaz and Jordan are joined by Bury winger Nicky Adams. The 32-year-old lifts the lid on the current situation at Gigg Lane, and shares some hilarious stories from his distinguished career in the Football League. Support the show