The Changing Room

About The Changing Room

We are dedicated to witnessing and exploring the emotional journey of professional footballers with the aim to provide insight for those outside of the football environment and validation for those within it. Why? we know there is a a huge gap between the perception and reality of the football journey and this misunderstanding causes hate, resentment and judgement towards players plus loneliness, fear, illness and, even tragically, completed suicide for some within the game. The Changing Room is a space to illicit change in that perception. With the help and willingness to be honest in their vulnerability, our guests share their emotional experience of their football journey with the hope this will provide more understanding and compassion, which ultimately will benefit the game, those who enjoy it and those who contribute to it.

Publisher

The Changing Room

Category

education · health & fitness · sports

Language

en

Explicit

No

First episode

24 May 2024

Latest episode

23 Nov 2025

Latest episodes

23 episodes in the feed.

1. 

   23 Nov 2025

   Nathan Thompson

   Send us a text If you ever doubted pro football could really be the proverbial emotional rollercoaster, then this is the episode for you. Nathan Thompson, still currently playing for MK Dons, joined us to share his, and vicariously his family's, emotional journey in the game. Thank you for listening and supporting us. If you have any comments or would like us to consider sharing your story in this space contact us at thechangingroom.online If you are or someone you know is struggling with ...

2. 

   25 May 2025

   Paul Canoville

   Paul Canoville shares his experiences as an icon against racism and pioneer with a deep story to tell, offering insights into defying the odds in this interview.

3. 

   18 May 2025

   Rachel Yankey OBE

   Send us a text To start season 2, we are honored to share an extended episode with the amazing Rachel Yankey. The first professional female footballer in England, Rachel provides an inspiring insight into her journey. Thank you for listening and supporting us. If you have any comments or would like us to consider sharing your story in this space contact us at thechangingroom.online If you are or someone you know is struggling with mental and emotional health issues please get in touch with y...

Reach and audience

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YouTube views

64,737

Score snapshot 15 Sept 2025

Podcast Authority Score: 36 / 100

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Quality

42

Social presence

0

YouTube

76

Engagement

0