Author and broadcaster John Keith has spent more than 60 years in the press boxes of Anfield and Goodison Park.
In that time John has amassed a huge and rare collection of audio tapes and never before heard recordings with legends from both Liverpool and Everton Football Clubs.
From Shankly to Kendall, Paisley to Reid and many more, the tales and tapes of Merseyside's most famous and outspoken legends of the game will once again have their say.
John is joined by renowned football reporter and Times journalist Paul Joyce as the pair share heartwarming and challenging stories from their shared experiences in the press box.
Paul is undoubtedly one of the most respected football journalists in Britain. Primarily covering Liverpool, Everton and England, Paul joined The Times in 2016 and has worked for national newspapers since 2000.
17 Mar 2024
Ian Callaghan: Liverpool's World Cup Wonder
Ian Callaghan holds the record for the all time most appearances in that famous Liverpool jersey.
With league titles, European cups, a World Cup and much more, Ian has played with and under the greats of the game both at a club and national level.
From safeguarding Nobby Stiles' false teeth on the Wembley touchline in 1966 to lifting Liverpool's first ever Champions League trophy alongside Bob Paisley, Ian Callaghan is the epitome of Liverpool Football Club.
Here he sits down to tell all alongside his great friend and author John Keith.
28 Oct 2023
Howard Kendall Pt 3: A Merseyside Monopoly
Howard Kendall talks to friend and journalist John Keith as he looks back on the signings that brought glory to Goodison Park and their domination of English Football in the 1980s.
28 Oct 2023
Howard Kendall Pt 2: From Discontent to Delight
Hear from Howard Kendall and his players as they look back on the glory years of Everton as they conquer England and Europe after a turbulent start to his time in the dugout.
28 Oct 2023
Howard Kendall Pt 1: The Wembley Wonder
John delves into the archives to recount his privileged friendship with the legendary Howard Kendall in this special three part podcast looking into the life and career of a true blue.
16 Sept 2023
Bob Paisley Pt 2: Sober In Rome
On the balcony of a Rome hotel Bob Paisley looked out over a sea of red.
Thousands of Liverpool fans were celebrating the Reds' first ever European Cup win on the streets of the eternal city.
It was a night he wanted to remember forever...
16 Sept 2023
Bob Paisley Pt 1: A Reluctant Genius
Bob Paisley was content being a 'number two' and when the time came he repeatedly said no to being Liverpool manager.
Luckily for Reds around the world the unassuming 'ordinary man' reluctantly became Liverpool's most successful manager in their history.
In this special two part podcast we'll hear from Bob himself as we look back at the life of a 'reluctant genius.'
19 Aug 2023
Dixie Dean Pt 2: A Tram Ride to Immortality
Hear from Everton legend Dixie Dean in this special two part podcast exploring his life, legacy and love for Goodison Park.
Dixie, in conversation with John Keith, reminisces about that record breaking season, what it meant to him and the cloud that loomed over his departure from The Blues.
Get your kleenex ready as we also revisit the day Dixie passed away while sat in the stands of Goodison, watching his beloved Everton for the very last time.
19 Aug 2023
Dixie Dean Pt 1: Only Jesus Could Beat Me
Hear from Everton legend Dixie Dean in this special two part podcast exploring his life, legacy and love for Goodison Park.
Part One sees Dixie talk about his formative years growing up in Birkenhead, early career at Tranmere and a dream move to his boyhood club, the mighty Everton FC.
He also has a few choice words about who could ever come close to his record goalscoring feats.
Hosted by Dixie's friend and biographer John Keith, this is a must listen for any Blue - and even Erling Haaland!
5 Aug 2023
Bill Shankly: In His Own Words
Bill Shankly is the man who made Liverpool FC the club they are today. A legend of the game, he transformed a struggling Anfield squad into giants of English football, creating a legacy still felt to this day.
Hear rare and historic audio of Bill Shankly in his very own words as he joins John Keith to recount the Scottish manager's early years, highlights at Liverpool and moments that made him earn the title of 'Legend.'
This podcast includes historic matchday commentary provided by the BBC.
28 Jul 2023
Welcome to Merseyside Legends
A brief introduction from podcast host John Keith as he prepares to launch his first season of the Merseyside Legends Podcast
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