Whistleblowers

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Whistleblowers is football’s most original new podcast - lifting the lid on the parts of the game no one else talks about. Hosted by Gordon Smart, with ex-elite referee Mark Clattenburg and veteran journalist Ian Ladyman, this isn’t another safe roundtable of punditry. It’s football told differently - with insight, authority, and plenty of laughs. From what really goes on in the referee’s room, to how clubs spin crises and who’s pulling the strings behind the scenes - Whistleblowers brings the inside stories only those at the heart of the game can tell. Players have had their say. Now, it’s time to hear from the people who actually know how football works.

Hosts: Gordon Smart, Mark Clattenburg and Ian Ladyman

Executive Producer: Jamie East

Producer: Henry Williams

Researcher: William Colledge

Booker: Ashley Whitt

Production Manager: Vittoria Cecchini

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125 episodes
Updated July 20

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June 4 · 45 min
Arsenal will NOT RETURN to the UCL Final anytime soon!
Welcome back to Whistleblowers! Before they swan of the other side of the pond, Mark Clattenburg, Ian Ladyman, and Gordon Smart get together to break down their thoughts on Arsenal’s UCL Final collapse and where Arteta’s boys in red go next, before Ian makes a bold prediction about next season’s European competition! Meanwhile, the lads marvel at Anthony Gordon’s linguistic capabilities as he jets off to Barcelona, and we find out Mark’s TRUE thoughts on Southampton’s decision to keep ‘cheating’ Tonda Eckart in the St Mary’s dugout… Sign up to the Daily Mail’s World Cup Newsletter TODAY: https://link.news.dailymail.co.uk/join/world-cup-newsletter-sign-up? Read Jack Gaughan’s Special 5 Part series of Pep’s City Decade HERE: https://www.dailymail.com/sport/football/article-15830799/Pep-Guardiola-Manchester-City-Untold-Decade-Two-Troubled-Season.html Whistleblowers | Football From The Inside Out Hosts: Gordon Smart, Ian Ladyman and Mark Clattenburg Producer: William Colledge Executive Producer: Jamie East Booker: Ashley Whitt Video Editor: Rowan Jacobs Content Editor: Joseph Palmer Production Manager: Vittoria Cecchini Graphic Designer: Daniel McGarry Social Handles: X: @blowerspod Instagram: whistleblowerspod TikTok: whistleblowerspodcast Email: whistleblowers@dailymail.com A Daily Mail Podcast. Seriously Popular. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
June 2 · 22 min
This World Cup was NEVER for the Punters
Welcome back to Whistleblowers! In this week’s Bonus Ball, the boys are talking money - Ian Ladyman, Gordon Smart and Mark Clattenburg ask just how much is TOO much for football fans to pay, as we see prices for next month’s tournament increase week on week… Meanwhile, Mark reveals how much World Cup referees are really paid, and Ian tells us his surprising summer tournament habit that he hasn’t broken since 2002... Sign up to the Daily Mail’s World Cup Newsletter TODAY: https://link.news.dailymail.co.uk/join/world-cup-newsletter-sign-up? Read Jack Gaughan’s Special 5 Part series of Pep’s City Decade HERE: https://www.dailymail.com/sport/football/article-15830799/Pep-Guardiola-Manchester-City-Untold-Decade-Two-Troubled-Season.html Whistleblowers | Football From The Inside Out Hosts: Gordon Smart, Ian Ladyman and Mark Clattenburg Producer: William Colledge Executive Producer: Jamie East Booker: Ashley Whitt Video Editor: Rowan Jacobs Content Editor: Joseph Palmer Production Manager: Vittoria Cecchini Graphic Designer: Daniel McGarry Social Handles: X: @blowerspod Instagram: whistleblowerspod TikTok: whistleblowerspodcast Email: whistleblowers@dailymail.com A Daily Mail Podcast. Seriously Popular. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
May 28 · 54 min
England's BIGGEST World Cup Worry won't be the Opposition!
Welcome back to Whistleblowers! In the wake of the bombshell Tuchel England Squad announcement on Friday, Ian Ladyman, Mark Clattenburg, and Gordon Smart reunite to break down all the trials and tribulations this crop of players will have to face stateside… Plus, Ian tells us the inside scoops from the League Manager Awards and who might be in line for the England job, before revealing Big Sam’s hidden tipsy talent! Sign up to the Daily Mail’s World Cup Newsletter TODAY: https://link.news.dailymail.co.uk/join/world-cup-newsletter-sign-up? Read Jack Gaughan’s Special 5 Part series of Pep’s City Decade HERE: https://www.dailymail.com/sport/football/article-15830799/Pep-Guardiola-Manchester-City-Untold-Decade-Two-Troubled-Season.html Whistleblowers | Football From The Inside Out Hosts: Gordon Smart, Ian Ladyman and Mark Clattenburg Producer: William Colledge Executive Producer: Jamie East Booker: Ashley Whitt Video Editor: Rowan Jacobs Content Editor: Joseph Palmer Production Manager: Vittoria Cecchini Graphic Designer: Daniel McGarry Social Handles: X: @blowerspod Instagram: whistleblowerspod TikTok: whistleblowerspodcast Email: whistleblowers@dailymail.com A Daily Mail Podcast. Seriously Popular. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
May 26 · 23 min
LADYMAN: Salah is DESTROYING his Liverpool Legacy
Welcome back to Whistleblowers! In this week’s bonus ball, Ian Ladyman returns to his rightful place alongside Gordon Smart and Mark Clattenburg as he reveals the behind the scenes details from his recent interview with David Platt! Plus, the boys are talking legacy; will Pep’s be tarnished by City’s alleged rules breaches? Will Salah’s be harmed beyond repair after his recent bridge burning at Anfield? All will be revealed… Sign up to the Daily Mail’s World Cup Newsletter TODAY: https://link.news.dailymail.co.uk/join/world-cup-newsletter-sign-up? Read Jack Gaughan’s Special 5 Part series of Pep’s City Decade HERE: https://www.dailymail.com/sport/football/article-15830799/Pep-Guardiola-Manchester-City-Untold-Decade-Two-Troubled-Season.html Whistleblowers | Football From The Inside Out Hosts: Gordon Smart, Ian Ladyman and Mark Clattenburg Producer: William Colledge Executive Producer: Jamie East Booker: Ashley Whitt Video Editor: Rowan Jacobs Content Editor: Joseph Palmer Production Manager: Vittoria Cecchini Graphic Designer: Daniel McGarry Social Handles: X: @blowerspod Instagram: whistleblowerspod TikTok: whistleblowerspodcast Email: whistleblowers@dailymail.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
May 21 · 1 hr
Is this the start of a Generation of Arsenal DOMINANCE?
Welcome back to Whistleblowers! This week, Ian Ladyman, Mark Clattenburg, and Gordon Smart are all back together to discuss the aftermath of Arsenal’s historic Premier League title under 'Big' Mikel Arteta…and a rumoured club fine for their partying! Meanwhile, the boys chat about the earth-shattering news of Pep’s departure from the Sky Blues, the latest developments in Southampton’s ‘Spygate’ scandal, and Ian’s surprise tipoff about an England call-up on Friday… Sign up to the Daily Mail’s World Cup Newsletter TODAY: https://link.news.dailymail.co.uk/join/world-cup-newsletter-sign-up? Read Jack Gaughan’s Special 5 Part series of Pep’s City Decade HERE: https://www.dailymail.com/sport/football/article-15830799/Pep-Guardiola-Manchester-City-Untold-Decade-Two-Troubled-Season.html Whistleblowers | Football From The Inside Out Hosts: Gordon Smart, Ian Ladyman and Mark Clattenburg Producer: William Colledge Executive Producer: Jamie East Booker: Ashley Whitt Video Editor: Rowan Jacobs Content Editor: Joseph Palmer Production Manager: Vittoria Cecchini Graphic Designer: Daniel McGarry Social Handles: X: @blowerspod Instagram: whistleblowerspod TikTok: whistleblowerspodcast Email: whistleblowers@dailymail.com A Daily Mail Podcast. Seriously Popular. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
May 19 · 20 min
Ten Years of Pep Guardiola with Jack Gaughan!
Welcome back to Whistleblowers! Jack Gaughan returns for this week’s bonus ball to discuss all things Pep Guardiola with Mark and Gordon ahead of the release of his five-part Mail exclusive series celebrating ten years of the Catalan at Manchester City! Jack reveals his most touching moment with the man himself and suggests where Pep’s most likely next destination is after leaving the Sky Blues… Whistleblowers | Football From The Inside Out Hosts: Gordon Smart and Mark Clattenburg Special Guest: Jack Gaughan Producer: William Colledge Executive Producer: Jamie East Booker: Ashley Whitt Video Editor: Rowan Jacobs Content Editor: Joseph Palmer Production Manager: Vittoria Cecchini Graphic Designer: Daniel McGarry Social Handles: X: @blowerspod Instagram: whistleblowerspod TikTok: whistleblowerspodcast Email: whistleblowers@dailymail.com A Daily Mail Podcast. Seriously Popular. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
May 14 · 53 min
Ex-referee Mark Clattenburg says pundits are DAMAGING the game
Welcome back to Whistleblowers! This week, Mark Clattenburg and Gordon Smart welcome fellow Mail journo from the North Jack Gaughan, as he deputises off the bench for an injured Ian Ladyman! Jack, Mark, and Gordon waste no time in debating what is wrong with corners, who is really damaging the game we all love, and what punishment the most recent Spygate incident might warrant… Plus, Jack gives his insights into the City training ground and there’s a surprise guest over the airwaves! Whistleblowers | Football From The Inside Out Hosts: Gordon Smart and Mark Clattenburg Special Guest: Jack Gaughan Producer: William Colledge Executive Producer: Jamie East Booker: Ashley Whitt Video Editor: Rowan Jacobs Content Editor: Joseph Palmer Production Manager: Vittoria Cecchini Graphic Designer: Daniel McGarry Social Handles: X: @blowerspod Instagram: whistleblowerspod TikTok: whistleblowerspodcast Email: whistleblowers@dailymail.com A Daily Mail Podcast. Seriously Popular. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
May 12 · 24 min
From U20 to Champions League: The fascinating bond between Clattenburg & Casemiro
Welcome back to Whistleblowers! This week’s bonus ball welcomes back Katie Shanahan as she, Mark Clattenburg, Ian Ladyman, and Gordon Smart discuss their memories of some of the biggest names inside and outside the game during their youth… Meanwhile, Mark reveals the player who he got on best with from the very first match in an Under-20 World Cup to a Champions League Final...Plus, everyone reminisces about the times they fell asleep on the job! Whistleblowers | Football From The Inside Out Hosts: Gordon Smart, Ian Ladyman, and Mark Clattenburg Special Guest: Katie Shanahan Producer: William Colledge Executive Producer: Jamie East Booker: Ashley Whitt Video Editor: Rowan Jacobs Content Editor: Joseph Palmer Production Manager: Vittoria Cecchini Graphic Designer: Daniel McGarry Social Handles: X: @blowerspod Instagram: whistleblowerspod TikTok: whistleblowerspodcast Email: whistleblowers@dailymail.com A Daily Mail Podcast. Seriously Popular. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
May 7 · 1 hr 5 min
Ladyman: Rice must do THIS to become an elite Prem Midfielder!
Welcome back to Whistleblowers! In this week’s bumper-packed show, Gordon Smart, Ian Ladyman, and Mark Clattenburg are joined by TalkSport and ITV legend Katie Shanahan as they break down the big question after the Champions League Semi-Finals…Why does everyone hate Arsenal fans? Plus, the team looks into John Terry’s managerial hopes and relive some of football’s greatest interview head-losses, before Katie tells us about her insane World Cup final mix-zone experience! Whistleblowers | Football From The Inside Out Hosts: Gordon Smart, Ian Ladyman, and Mark Clattenburg Special Guest: Katie Shanahan Producer: William Colledge Executive Producer: Jamie East Booker: Ashley Whitt Video Editor: Rowan Jacobs Content Editor: Joseph Palmer Production Manager: Vittoria Cecchini Social Handles: X: @blowerspod Instagram: whistleblowerspod TikTok: whistleblowerspodcast Email: whistleblowers@dailymail.com A Daily Mail Podcast. Seriously Popular. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
May 5 · 20 min
Clattenburg: Winning the League may be Pep's GREATEST Achievement
Welcome back to Whistleblowers! In this week’s bonus ball, Ian Ladyman, Mark Clattenburg, and Special Guest Joel Beya debate their picks for the season’s best - and worst - managerial performances! Did Andoni Iraola shine brightest? Has Oliver Glasner burnt all his bridges? Was Regis Le Bris the League’s real dark horse? And has Arne Slot had even worse of a season that we realise? All will be revealed… Whistleblowers | Football From The Inside Out Hosts: Ian Ladyman, and Mark Clattenburg Special Guest: Joel Beya Producer: William Colledge Executive Producer: Jamie East Booker: Ashley Whitt Video Editor: Rowan Jacobs Content Editor: Joseph Palmer Production Manager: Vittoria Cecchini Social Handles: X: @blowerspod Instagram: whistleblowerspod TikTok: whistleblowerspodcast Email: whistleblowers@dailymail.com A Daily Mail Podcast. Seriously Popular. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
April 30 · 50 min
Is The Special One DESTINED for Newcastle?
Welcome back to Whistleblowers! This week, Ian Ladyman takes the reins as he and Mark Clattenburg are joined by friend of the show Joel Beya to relive arguably the greatest game of football in Champions League history, before getting down to brass tacks as Joel reveals exactly how true Arsenal fans are feeling! Meanwhile, the lads discuss the rumoured return of Jose Mourinho to the Bernabeu, before Mark gives his take on the refereeing SCANDAL rocking Italian football twenty years on from the infamous Calciopoli incident… Whistleblowers | Football From The Inside Out Hosts: Ian Ladyman, and Mark Clattenburg Special Guest: Joel Beya Producer: William Colledge Executive Producer: Jamie East Booker: Ashley Whitt Video Editor: Rowan Jacobs Content Editor: Joseph Palmer Production Manager: Vittoria Cecchini Social Handles: X: @blowerspod Instagram: whistleblowerspod TikTok: whistleblowerspodcast Email: whistleblowers@dailymail.com A Daily Mail Podcast. Seriously Popular. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
April 28 · 32 min
“THIS MATCH is better than the Champions League final!”
Welcome back to Whistleblowers! In this week’s bumper bonus ball, Mark Clattenburg, Ian Ladyman, and Gordon Smart break down Mark’s appearance at the Sidemen Charity Match to explore just how the football industry is changing, and how much fans value connection and entertainment over sporting merit… Plus, find out what special Scottish gift Gordon has in store for the other two! Whistleblowers | Football From The Inside Out Hosts: Gordon Smart, Ian Ladyman, and Mark Clattenburg Producer: William Colledge Executive Producer: Jamie East Booker: Ashley Whitt Video Editor: Rowan Jacobs Content Editor: Joseph Palmer Production Manager: Vittoria Cecchini Social Handles: X: @blowerspod Instagram: whistleblowerspod TikTok: whistleblowerspodcast Email: whistleblowers@dailymail.com A Daily Mail Podcast. Seriously Popular. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
April 24 · 55 min
'BORING!' What is TRULY going wrong at Chelsea?
Welcome back to Whistleblowers! In this week’s episode, Mark Clattenburg, Gordon Smart and Ian Ladyman take a deep dive into Liam Rosenior’s explosion after another Chelsea defeat, before asking what is truly going wrong at Leicester as the Foxes face yet another relegation… Meanwhile, the Mark and Ian get heated over Eddie Howe’s treatment at Newcastle as the former ref gets touchy about his beloved Toon! Whistleblowers | Football From The Inside Out Hosts: Gordon Smart, Ian Ladyman, and Mark Clattenburg Producer: William Colledge Executive Producer: Jamie East Booker: Ashley Whitt Video Editor: Luke Shelley Content Editor: Joseph Palmer Production Manager: Vittoria Cecchini Social Handles: X: @blowerspod Instagram: whistleblowerspod TikTok: whistleblowerspodcast Email: whistleblowers@dailymail.com A Daily Mail Podcast. Seriously Popular. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
April 21 · 27 min
When will we see a PERMANENT female head coach in the top 5 men’s leagues?
Welcome back to Whistleblowers! In this week’s bonus ball, Mark Clattenburg, Ian Ladyman, and Gordon Smart discuss the recent appointment of Marie-Louise Eta as the first female coach for a top-flight men’s side and ask the question; is this a watershed moment for genuine change, or is it merely tokenism? Plus, find out who the boys think are this season’s best and worst signings…Mark’s choices may surprise you! Whistleblowers | Football From The Inside Out Hosts: Gordon Smart, Ian Ladyman, and Mark Clattenburg Producer: William Colledge Executive Producer: Jamie East Booker: Ashley Whitt Video Editor: Luke Shelley Content Editor: Joseph Palmer Production Manager: Vittoria Cecchini Social Handles: X: @blowerspod Instagram: whistleblowerspod TikTok: whistleblowerspodcast Email: whistleblowers@dailymail.com A Daily Mail Podcast. Seriously Popular. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
April 16 · 50 min
Mark Clattenburg says THIS RULE would change top-flight football
Welcome back to Whistleblowers! This week, Mark Clattenburg, Ian Ladyman, and Gordon Smart weigh in on the hair-pulling epidemic that is plaguing football, and discover the fundamental flaws it reveals in the way VAR is used throughout the game. Plus, the boys talk about the rule changes they’d like to see implemented to make the game better, and Ian tells us the ‘pathetic’ tactic destroying the game which the industry has allowed to flourish… Whistleblowers | Football From The Inside Out Hosts: Gordon Smart, Ian Ladyman, and Mark Clattenburg Producer: William Colledge Executive Producer: Jamie East Booker: Ashley Whitt Video Editor: Luke Shelley Content Editor: Joseph Palmer Production Manager: Vittoria Cecchini Social Handles: X: @blowerspod Instagram: whistleblowerspod TikTok: whistleblowerspodcast Email: whistleblowers@dailymail.com A Daily Mail Podcast. Seriously Popular. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
April 14 · 23 min
The Art of the Press Conference!
Welcome back to Whistleblowers! In this week’s bonus ball, Mark Clattenburg and Gordon Smart are once again joined by Mr Andy Dillon as they look at Ian’s spiky press conference battle with Arne Slot, asking the deceptively simple question; what’s the knack to getting the most out of a presser? Meanwhile, Andy reveals the huge Arsenal player he had a coming together with at Highbury! Plus, we find out the WORST logistical mistake of Mark's career! Whistleblowers | Football From The Inside Out Hosts: Gordon Smart and Mark Clattenburg Special Guest: Andy Dillon Producer: William Colledge Executive Producer: Jamie East Booker: Ashley Whitt Video Editor: Luke Shelley Content Editor: Joseph Palmer Production Manager: Vittoria Cecchini Social Handles: X: @blowerspod Instagram: whistleblowerspod TikTok: whistleblowerspodcast Email: whistleblowers@dailymail.com A Daily Mail Podcast. Seriously Popular. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
April 9 · 50 min
What's REALLY Going Wrong at West Ham
Welcome back to Whistleblowers! This week, Gordon Smart and Mark Clattenburg are joined by the one and only Mr Andy Dillon to talk all things West Ham ahead of their do-or-die game against Wolves! The boys look back at the FA Cup madness, Nuno's folly at not starting his best players, and the 'bonkers' decisions that caused chaos at the London Stadium... Meanwhile, Gordon asks Mark and Andy what they think about Hashtag United ASKING to be relegated...is it plain mental or just good ownership? Whistleblowers | Football From The Inside Out Hosts: Gordon Smart and Mark Clattenburg Special Guest: Andy Dillon Producer: William Colledge Executive Producer: Jamie East Booker: Ashley Whitt Video Editor: Luke Shelley Content Editor: Joseph Palmer Production Manager: Vittoria Cecchini Social Handles: X: @blowerspod Instagram: whistleblowerspod TikTok: whistleblowerspodcast Email: whistleblowers@dailymail.com A Daily Mail Podcast. Seriously Popular. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
April 7 · 30 min
Clattenburg: Why I QUIT Refereeing
Welcome back to Whistleblowers! In this week's bonus ball, Mark Clattenburg, Ian Ladyman, and Gordon Smart chat about the Canadian Premier League's introduction of Wenger's 'daylight' offside rule...and the ex-referee has some strong thoughts! Plus, Mark reveals the real reason he quit top-level refereeing when he did, and the boys discuss Tiger Woods and whether sport does enough to protect its stars... Whistleblowers | Football From The Inside Out Hosts: Gordon Smart, Mark Clattenburg, and Ian Ladyman Producer: William Colledge Executive Producer: Jamie East Booker: Ashley Whitt Video Editor: Luke Shelley Content Editor: Joseph Palmer Production Manager: Vittoria Cecchini Social Handles: X: @blowerspod Instagram: whistleblowerspod TikTok: whistleblowerspodcast Email: whistleblowers@dailymail.com A Daily Mail Podcast. Seriously Popular. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
April 2 · 51 min
Is De Zerbi Spurs' Biggest MISTAKE this Season?
Welcome back to Whistleblowers! This week, Mark Clattenburg, Ian Ladyman, and Gordon Smart weigh in on Spurs’ latest managerial mix-up and discuss whether choosing De Zerbi was really the best choice for a club like Tottenham… Meanwhile, the boys discuss age in football, give their thoughts on the bombshell dropped by Marc Cucurella in the Chelsea dressing room, and debate the best ways to eat a Creme Egg! Whistleblowers | Football From The Inside Out Hosts: Gordon Smart, Mark Clattenburg, and Ian Ladyman Producer: William Colledge Executive Producer: Jamie East Booker: Ashley Whitt Video Editor: Luke Shelley Content Editor: Joseph Palmer Production Manager: Vittoria Cecchini Social Handles: X: @blowerspod Instagram: whistleblowerspod TikTok: whistleblowerspodcast Email: whistleblowers@dailymail.com A Daily Mail Podcast. Seriously Popular. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
March 31 · 26 min
Our TOP Managerial Picks of the Season!
Welcome back to Whistleblowers! In this week's bonus ball, Ian Ladyman, Mark Clattenburg, and Gordon Smart make the most of the Premier League's international break to talk about which managers they think have had the best seasons...so far... Plus, find out the behind the scenes gossip on Gordon's crazy photoshoot, and which incident told Mark all he needed to know about Jurgen Klopp! Whistleblowers | Football From The Inside Out Hosts: Gordon Smart, Mark Clattenburg, and Ian Ladyman Producer: William Colledge Executive Producer: Jamie East Booker: Ashley Whitt Video Editor: Luke Shelley Content Editor: Joseph Palmer Production Manager: Vittoria Cecchini Social Handles: X: @blowerspod Instagram: whistleblowerspod TikTok: whistleblowerspodcast Email: whistleblowers@dailymail.com A Daily Mail Podcast. Seriously Popular. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.