The Beautiful Game: Unfiltered

About The Beautiful Game: Unfiltered

The Beautiful Game, Unfiltered is a global soccer podcast that brings you inside the stories shaping football today—through conversations with the people who actually live it. From club chairmen and front-office decision-makers to current players, journalists, and influential voices across the sport, this show goes beyond headlines to uncover what’s really happening in the world’s game. Every episode dives into the most interesting topics of the day in football, blending breaking news with deeper, personal stories that define careers, clubs, and the global game itself. This isn’t just another Premier League recap or transfer rumor show. The Beautiful Game, Unfiltered is built for fans who care about the full spectrum of football—from the biggest clubs in the world to the overlooked stories that deserve attention. No team is too big. No club is too small. If the story matters, it’s here. With a focus on engaging, entertaining, and insightful interviews, each episode delivers authentic perspectives you won’t hear anywhere else. Whether it’s a chairman explaining the business side of the sport, a player opening up about their journey, or a journalist breaking down the biggest stories in football, this podcast gives listeners direct access to the voices shaping the game. Perfect for passionate soccer fans across the globe, The Beautiful Game, Unfiltered is where football’s biggest stories meet the people behind them. If you love the game—not just the scores, but the stories—this is your podcast. For media requests, advertising options, or if you think you have a great story for the show, feel free to reach out at: media@underdogpodcasts.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy (https://acast.com/privacy) for more information.

Publisher

Underdog Podcasts

Category

news · news · sports

Language

en

Explicit

No

First episode

10 Jun 2026

Latest episode

12 Oct 2026

Latest episodes

17 episodes in the feed.

1. 

   12 Oct 2026

   Spygate: Was The Full Punishment Enough?

   Host Chris Horwedel analyzes the Southampton Spygate scandal, dissecting the punishments and debating fair outcomes for all involved clubs in this interview.

2. 

   5 Oct 2026

   Manchester City: What Happened and What Could Come Next

   Host Chris Horwedel analyzes Manchester City's Premier League financial case, exploring potential sanctions and compensation claims to understand the future of football's financial regulations.

3. 

   28 Sept 2026

   Jillian Leiper on Taking on a Player/Manager Role

   Chris Horwedel interviews Jillian Leiper, player-manager of Alloa Athletic Women, about her transition to leadership and developing talent in Scottish women's football.

4. 

   21 Sept 2026

   Dan Bolesta and Ruby Heselden Talk Luton Town Ladies

   Host Chris Horwedel interviews Luton Town Ladies head coach Dan Bolesta and defender Ruby Heselden about women's football, player development, and the realities of the English football pyramid.

5. 

   14 Sept 2026

   TomFM on Lincoln City and Being a Full-Time FM Creator

   Chris Horwedel interviews YouTube creator Tom Kelsey (TomFM) about his journey building a career around Football Manager, his passion for Lincoln City, and the realities of full-time content creation.

6. 

   7 Sept 2026

   Top 10 Impactful Transfers & 5 Potential Busts

   Host Chris Horwedel analyzes the 2026 transfer window's top impactful moves and potential busts, revealing how these deals shape football's future.

7. 

   31 Aug 2026

   Todd Smith on Relegated and Life in the Football Pyramid

   Author Todd Smith shares his immersive journey through the English football pyramid and the profound connection between clubs and communities in this interview with Chris Horwedel.

8. 

   24 Aug 2026

   Luke Chadwick Talks Manchester United and Mental Health

   Former Manchester United midfielder Luke Chadwick shares his journey through professional football, discussing mental health struggles and the joy of the game with host [Host Name].

9. 

   18 Aug 2026

   Tom Cliffe on Fan Representation at Northampton Town

   Chris Horwedel interviews Tom Cliffe, a Northampton Town FC supporter and club director, about fan representation, club finances, and community involvement.

10. 

    10 Aug 2026

    Bernard Vere on How Supporters Built Clapton Community FC

    Chris Horwedel interviews Bernard Vere of Clapton Community FC about building a unique, supporter-owned football club through democratic principles and community engagement.

11. 

    3 Aug 2026

    Louis Jones on Creating a Surprise Shirts Empire

    Chris Horwedel interviews Louis Jones, founder of Surprise Shirts, about building a global mystery football shirt empire from a teenage obsession.

12. 

    27 Jul 2026

    Nick Vanderpump Explains Cardiff Met’s Dual-Career Model

    Chris Horwedel interviews Cardiff Met Football Club general manager Nick Vanderpump about the club's unique dual-career model for student-athletes.

13. 

    20 Jul 2026

    Chloe Ankers on Wrexham and New Opportunities

    Host Chris Horwedel interviews Chloe Ankers, player-coach for Wrexham Foresters, about her football journey, coaching ambitions, and the future of Welsh women's football.

14. 

    13 Jul 2026

    Jack Worswick Talks Leicester City's Downfall

    Chris Horwedel interviews Jack Worswick of Last Word on Sports, dissecting Leicester City's dramatic fall from Premier League champions to League One through mismanagement and poor recruitment.

15. 

    6 Jul 2026

    Warshan Hussin of Soccer Without Borders

    Host Chris Horwedel interviews Warshan Hussin of Soccer Without Borders about using soccer to empower refugee youth and build community.

16. 

    29 Jun 2026

    The New Saints Chairman Mike Harris

    Host Chris Horwedel interviews The New Saints chairman Mike Harris about the club's rise, European ambitions, and future in Welsh football.

17. 

    10 Jun 2026

    Episode 0: 2026 World Cup Special

    Host Chris Horwedel analyzes 2026 World Cup odds and previews every group, offering insights into team strengths and betting angles.

Who has been a guest on The Beautiful Game: Unfiltered

Names identified in recent episode analyses. Showing up to five guests.

• Jillian Leiper
• Dan Bolesta
• Ruby Heselden
• Tom Kelsey
• Todd Smith

Reach and audience

Public platform figures. Ratings count people who left a rating, not total listeners.

Apple Podcasts (US)

2.7 / 5

7 ratings

Spotify

4.8 / 5

2,006 ratings

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Guest appearances

Books guests

Based on episode analysis; this does not confirm that the show is currently accepting guests.

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