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In this bitesize episode, Brian Clough's legendary defender Des Walker gives his verdict on the current Nottingham Forest side, drawing a comparison between Cloughie and Reds boss Nuno Espirito Santo.
The full interview will be on a future episode.
There are more Cloughie memories at brianclough.com.
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This Green Jumper Gem features Gary Mills, who was a teenager when he won the European Cup under the guidance of Brian Clough. In 1980, he became the youngest player to appear in a European Cup Final.
The amazing success at such a young age was a result of talent, hard work and the faith that Cloughie had in Young Millsy.
Gary speaks to pod host Marcus Alton with humour and emotion about his memories of working with The Gaffer.
For signed copies of Gary's book 'Young Millsy' email: [email protected].
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Alongside memories of meeting Brian Clough in the Nottingham Forest dressing room and in the local newsagents, this episode looks back at the fanzine named after him.
And after you've listened to the stories behind 'The Brian,' why not visit the digital versions of the popular publication dating back over 30 years? A special project involving Left Lion magazine, supported by the National Lottery Heritage Fund, digitised the original issues.
Visit the website here: The Brian
There's also an accompanying video: You Tube video
The Green Jumper has reached the final of the global Sports Podcast Awards 2025. Please cast your vote for us (in the Best Football Podcast category): Sports Podcast Awards
Thanks for your support!
There are more Cloughie memories at brianclough.com
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We had some great guests during 2024 and this episode is a compilation of those entertaining Cloughie stories and memories.
The Green Jumper has been named as one of the best football podcasts in the world. Please vote for it in the Sports Podcast Awards 2025 - the deadline is 13th January 2025.
Here's the link: Sports Podcast Awards 2025 - Best Football Podcast.
Thank you and enjoy the Clough Collection 2024.
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Former Home Secretary Alan Johnson is the guest this time, sharing his memories of Brian Clough and football in the 60's, 70's and 80's. As well as success in the East Midlands, Alan recalls Cloughie's time at Hartlepool, where he and Peter Taylor laid the groundwork for them to eventually be promoted.
Don't forget to vote for the Green Jumper in the Sports Podcast Awards. We've reached the final of the Best Football Podcast category - up against big names who have corporate sponsorship. Please vote here: Sports Podcast Awards.
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In this bonus episode, we're celebrating our inclusion in the final of the global Sports Podcast Awards. A panel of industry experts selected the Green Jumper in their Top 12 football pods - with a public online vote to decide the winner.
We're up against some big names who have major corporate backing, so we need your support as the only retro-football pod in the final.
Despite its humble beginnings, the Green Jumper has listeners in over 80 countries. And that's down to you - our loyal followers.
Please vote for the Green Jumper, using the link below, and show that football existed before the Premier League! Make it your 'top one.'
VOTE HERE - SPORTS PODCAST AWARDS
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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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