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Thousands of fans, alongside former players, joined Brian Clough’s family for the unveiling of the Cloughie statue in Nottingham on 6th November, 2008.
It followed a huge fundraising effort by a small group of volunteers who smashed their target in just 18 months - long before the days of online donation pages.
This special episode of the Green Jumper tells the behind-the-scenes story. It includes contributions from Nottingham Forest legends, part of an exclusive interview recorded in 2008 with Mrs Clough and an excerpt from a recent live Green Jumper event in which the fundraisers were praised and applauded by the audience.
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Just the anticipation of his visit was incredible. When he arrived, there was a huge cheer.
Brian Clough's visit to a school's award ceremony, at the height of his European Cup success, certainly didn't disappoint.
This episode features special memories of that visit - plus an excerpt from a live Green Jumper event.
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In September 2004, the football world mourned the loss of the most charismatic manager we'd ever seen, Brian Clough.
In this special tribute, Cloughie author Marcus Alton looks back at that time with his own personal memories and those of fans and the football community.
Stories include the fan who was heartbroken after looking forward to meeting Brian at a book signing planned for a few days later.
There are more memories at the tribute website, brianclough.com, as well as in Marcus' books (raising money for good causes), the latest of which is Brian Clough The Lost Tapes.
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In our latest Green Jumper Gem, former Cloughie defender Paul Hart reflects on Brian Clough's unique man management style and how he heard the news that Brian had passed away in September 2004.
For the full interview, just search our Green Jumper back catalogue.
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Photographer John Sumpter captured many famous images of Brian Clough, including the iconic photo of Cloughie meeting Princess Diana at Wembley.
"I was so close to them I could hear their conversation," says John, who recalls that magical moment in this Green Jumper pod.
That's just one of many great Cloughie stories John shares with pod host Macus Alton in this entertaining episode.
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A former ball boy recalls his strict instructions on matchday: Don't retrieve the ball near the dug-out, Mr Clough will do that!
This episode features stories from Cloughie fans, including magical memories of cup finals and meeting Brian Clough.
We also talk about the tragedy of Hillsborough in 1989. There's more information about the support group mentioned, HERE. The group's handle on X is @ForestHSA.
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"He used to send my mum a bouquet of flowers every year with a Christmas card. That was the class of the fella."
From the heartbreak of being left out of Brian Clough's 1991 FA Cup Final line-up, to receiving a bouquet of flowers from the Miracle Manager after a car crash, this is a fascinating interview with Cloughie legend Nigel Jemson.
It's the second part of Marcus Alton's chat with the former striker, who also recalls his winning goal in the League Cup Final - and Cloughie's nickname for him.
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Here's the second of our Green Jumper Gems: occasional bitesize magical memories.
European Cup winner Tony Woodcock talks about his memories of Brian Clough.
Woodcock recalls how Cloughie's teams were prepared to take on any opponent, whatever the state of the pitch.
Plus the tactical tip Clough gave him during the successful European Cup campaign in 1979.
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"It was my first interview on national television and the Gaffer grabbed my privates!"
Former striker Nigel Jemson soon became used to expecting the unexpected when working for Brian Clough.
There are many great stories in the first part of his chat with pod host Marcus Alton.
Jemson describes how he turned down Alex Ferguson in order to join Cloughie at Nottingham Forest. "He was just the type of manager I wanted to play for. His sides played football in the right way."
This episode also includes a discount code for 15% off Marcus' book, Brian Clough The Lost Tapes.
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To mark a Green Jumper milestone (downloads in 80 countries) we're launching Green Jumper Gems: occasional bitesize magical memories.
Our first 'Gem' is fittingly with Cloughie striker Nigel Jemson.
Here, he recalls the build-up to the League Cup Final in 1990, when he scored the winning goal for Brian Clough's Nottingham Forest against Oldham.
The pre-match diet included steak and chips - and chocolate.
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"I thought it was one of the players trying a prank on me," says Nigel Jemson as he recalls the phone call which changed his life.
The voice on the other end of the line said, "It's Brian Clough here, I understand you want to sign for me."
The former striker describes what happened next in this entertaining chat with Green Jumper host Marcus Alton.
This episode is a trailer for the full, exclusive interview in which Nigel talks about life behind the scenes with Cloughie - the man he describes as "the best football manager who ever lived."
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“Forget about the football - which he was fantastic at - my favourite memory of him is his humour. He was very funny.”
European Cup winner Ian Bowyer shares his memories of working with Brian Clough in this entertaining chat with pod host Marcus Alton.
Bowyer doesn’t take part in many interviews these days, so we were delighted to hear his stories and recollections of life behind-the-scenes with the Miracle Manager.
This episode also includes a special discount code for Green Jumper listeners who purchase Marcus' latest Clough book, Brian Clough The Lost Tapes, which is supporting good causes.
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"It was the best decision I ever made." That's Ian Bowyer's verdict when looking back at an FA tribunal shortly after Brian Clough's arrival at Nottingham Forest in 1975.
Bowyer was out of contract and Cloughie had to go to the hearing at the FA's headquarters in London. The midfielder decided to stay at the City Ground and became a vital part of the side that won the league title and twice lifted the European Cup.
"He was the master at preparing you for matches," recalls Bowyer during this fascinating chat with pod host Marcus Alton.
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Here's a great collection of Brian Clough stories from the Green Jumper podcast during 2023. This compilation includes extracts from interviews with Cloughie legends such as John Robertson, Viv Anderson and Archie Gemmill.
There are also memories from journalists who interviewed Cloughie. "He was the master of mind games, long before Alex Ferguson came along," says one of the TV sports presenters.
If you've enjoyed listening to the Green Jumper, please consider buying an item to support us and other good causes by visiting our Clough shop at brianclough.com. Alternatively you can make a small donation at our ko-fi page.
Thanks for your support!
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When TV sports presenter Gary Newbon suffered a stroke, he received a special ‘Get Well’ message - a handwritten note from Brian Clough and his wife Barbara.
Their close working relationship went back as far as Cloughie’s days at Derby and continued throughout his time with Nottingham Forest.
Brian always remained loyal to Newbon, ensuring he got the interviews he needed - even when it was straight after a 4-0 defeat.
Newbon paved the way for the instant post-match TV interviews that we take for granted these days. His new book looks back at an amazing career spanning 50 years.
In this fascinating chat with pod host Marcus Alton, Gary explains the impact Clough had on his career and why he’ll always be grateful for the support of the Miracle Manager.
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Author Marcus Alton tells the story behind the book Brian Clough The Lost Tapes.
There's also a chance to win a signed copy of the book which lifts the lid on a treasure trove of Cloughie stories.
Brian Clough The Lost Tapes is supporting two good causes. Signed copies are available at the Cloughie shop.
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Brian Clough gave him a peck on the cheek on live television. And now sports broadcaster Gary Newbon has recalled that memorable kiss in our latest pod.
Cloughie always remained loyal to Newbon, ensuring he got the interviews he needed - even when it was straight after a 4-0 defeat.
Newbon paved the way for the instant post-match TV interviews that we take for granted these days. His new book looks back at an amazing career spanning 50 years.
This pod is the trailer for the full interview.
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When Brian Rice made his debut for Brian Clough’s Nottingham Forest on a Tuesday night in September 1985, it came as a big surprise to the Scottish midfielder.
He thought he was going with the squad to Anfield just for a bit of experience.
"It was completely out of the blue," says Rice. "To make your debut against Liverpool at Anfield was something really, really special."
After the match, which Forest lost, Clough gave the team four days off. He told them not to report for duty until the following Sunday, when they faced Leicester City away.
For Rice, it seemed strange to have all that time off without training. "The lads said, 'Don't say anything, just turn-up on Sunday.'"
Forest beat Leicester 3-0, with Rice on the scoresheet.
"He had his own unique way - the Brian Clough way - and it worked," Rice tells pod host Marcus Alton.
It's one of many great Cloughie stories the former Scottish international recalls in this entertaining episode.
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Brian Clough’s unique way of working came as quite a surprise to his young signing, Brian Rice.
“He would close the physio’s door and tell the physio to take the week off and the injured to come back when they were fit. He locked the gym - he didn’t like us doing gym work.”
Each day was different, or “Guess What’s Happening Day,” as Rice describes it in his chat with Green Jumper host Marcus Alton.
“He had his own unique way - the Brian Clough way - and it worked.”
Rice recalls some wonderful Cloughie stories in this teaser for the full episode.
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Archie Gemmill is perfectly placed to talk about the rollercoaster ride of working with the legendary Brian Clough.
Gemmill won two league titles with Cloughie, at Derby County and Nottingham Forest, before later becoming a confidante of Old Big 'Ead as part of his Forest coaching staff.
In this fascinating chat with pod host Marcus Alton, the former Scottish international talks about:
Waking-up at home to find Clough having breakfast downstairs.The match-day disagreements behind the scenes.The devastation of being left out of Clough’s 1979 European Cup Final side. Working with Cloughie as part of his coaching staff.Being refused permission by Clough to play in Pele's testimonial match.There’s humour, reflection and - ultimately - praise from the former midfield maestro as he recalls special times with the Miracle Manager.
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