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The Big Man Up Top

The Big Man Up Top is the podcast where football meets faith! Hosted by Liverpool fan Joe and Stoke supporter Ed, this series dives into the latest football action while exploring how their Christian faith impacts their lives as passionate football fans.Each week Joe and Ed bring you light-hearted debates, engaging football trivia, and fun takes on the latest football news and matches. But The Big Man Up Top isn"t just about the game. It"s about the people in and around football whose faith has

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40:35

"We Look For A Messiah" - Forest Fall Short, Trent...

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2025/05/13

Join us on today's podcast as we discuss Nottingham Forest's missed opportunity against Leicester and the rest of the race for Europe with Newcastle versus Chelsea and Southampton's performance against Man City. We also touch on Trent Alexander Arnold's reception at Anfield and how we glamorise youth in football, with insights from Joe Lowther of Kick on supporting young people.Ed also tries to cleverly(?) navigate this weeks brain teaser in Bible Ballers.Want to get in touch? Send us an email at

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42:41

"We Want That Moment Of Celebration" - Leeds Win The...

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2025/05/06

Join Ed and Joe as they discuss the action-packed EFL season, including Leeds United's dramatic title win, promotion fights, and relegation battles. Also, as we're nearing the end of the Premier League season, there's chat about what defines success in both football and life, with insights from Torquay United's chaplain, Jordan Williams.Want to get in touch? Send us an email at podcasts@ucb.co.uk or leave a comment on Youtube or Spotify

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42:49

"When Did You Go From Being A Doubter To A Believer?"...

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2025/04/29

In this episode of Big Man Up Top, Ed & Joe return from the Easter holidays to discuss a thrilling week full of football stories, including Liverpool's league victory and the FA Cup semifinals. They explore promotion and relegation updates across the football leagues and dive into European football highlights. Additionally, they draw inspiration from the Liverpool documentary 'Doubters to Believers' and discuss how turning doubt into belief intersects with faith.Want to get in touch? Send us an

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26:08

"I'm God's Workmanship" - A Special Interview with...

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2025/04/22

In this special extended episode, host Ed chats with Graham Daniels, General Director of Christians in Sport and Director at Cambridge United. Graham shares his journey from his playing career at Cardiff City and Cambridge United to his current roles. The conversation focuses on the importance of cultivating a purpose-based identity over a performance-based one, the challenges and rewards of being a Christian in professional sports, and the significant impact faith can have on athletes. Graham's

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35:54

"We can't get any lower, so let's just give it our...

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2025/04/15

Joe is (mostly) away this week so Ed is joined by Producer Anthony and a special guest UCB1's Sarah Hine! This week we'll be covering Manchester City's thrilling 5-2 victory over Crystal Palace and Chelsea's ongoing struggles. We also touch on other key matches including Everton's win over Nottingham Forest, Liverpool's latest triumph, and Newcastle's impressive performance against Manchester United.There's also a discussion about staying motivated, both for footballers and in everyday life, with

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40:08

"Your Architecture Communicates Something. " - Saints...

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2025/04/08

Welcome to another exciting episode of The Big Man Up Top Podcast! Today, Ed and Joe kick things off with the early relegation of Southampton and Liverpool's struggles to get over the line in the Prem. They touch on other key moments, including Brighton vs Palace, and Manchester United’s dull goalless draw with Manchester City. The duo also provides updates on the EFL, including Burnley's strong position in the Championship and Ipswich's tough loss against Wolves.Joe then talks with Tim Hughes, lead

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38:08

"He Just Wants A New Challenge" - FA Cup Quarter...

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2025/04/01

Join Ed and Joe in the latest episode of The Big Man Up Top as they dive into the thrilling FA Cup quarterfinals, featuring intense matches like Bournemouth vs Man City and Preston North End vs Aston Villa.The duo also explore the rumours around Trent Alexander-Arnold's move to Real Madrid and its impact on Liverpool fans, discussing what is the best way to send off a player whose decided to leave.

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39:01

"You're A Long Time Living With Your Head" - England...

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2025/03/25

Ed and Joe discuss the international break, focusing on England's underwhelming game against Albania and then looking at the other home nations & the the craziness of the Nations League Quarter Finals.They also have an in-depth conversation about brain injuries in sports, inspired by recent incidents and an enlightening interview with Olympic Gold Medalist rower James Cracknell and they explore the importance of practical care in community and faith context.Don't miss the engaging chat and key

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40:09

"There's Hope For Me Yet" - Newcastle Finally Win...

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2025/03/18

In this episode of The Big Man Up Top, Joe doesn't want to talk about the League Cup final, with Newcastle's remarkable win over Liverpool ending a 70-year domestic trophy drought. They explore the reasons behind Newcastle's success and Liverpool's struggles.The discussion shifts to Manchester City's disappointing draw against Brighton and Nottingham Forest's dominant performance against Ipswich. There's also a follow up chat about Manchester United after the announcement of their new stadium and

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41:11

"You've Got To Believe That God Can Bring Rivers In...

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2025/03/11

In this episode of 'The Big Man Up Top' podcast, Ed and Joe dive into a lively discussion about the business side of football, focusing on recent cost-cutting measures and redundancies at Manchester United. They also review this week's Premier League matches, including Nottingham Forest's surprising(?) win over Manchester City, and a dramatic Spurs vs. Bournemouth clash. The podcast also touches on Manchester United's performance against Arsenal and Liverpool's under par performance. Additionally,

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"But Rage Is A Different Thing All Together" - FA Cup...

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2025/03/04

It's latest episode of The Big Man Up Top podcast! Hosts Joe and Ed review the FA Cup fifth-round action and discuss everything from classic penalties to the controversial red cards, especially Matheus Cunha and Liam Roberts's dramatic send-offs.The episode also features a special interview with former rugby league player Allen Langham, who shares his journey from anger and violence to redemption through faith.Want to get in touch? Send us an email at podcasts@ucb.co.uk

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35:26

"It's Honesty, It's Integrity, And It's Transparency"...

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2025/02/25

Ed's back from his holiday and joins Joe for a jam-packed football discussion. They kick off with the latest Premier League action, including Arsenal's defeat and Liverpool's resurgence, as well as a thrilling 4-3 Newcastle vs. Forest game. They also delve into some key championship and league matches, with Burnley's impressive form and some odd sponsorship. Later in the episode, they explore the topic of leadership, comparing football managers and the Biblical leaders.Want to get in touch? Send us

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39:32

"It's Just A Way To Express Yourself" - Marmoush...

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2025/02/18

Ed is off on holiday this week, but UCB 1's Joel Brown has subbed in to join Joe for all this week's action. Manchester City's new hero, David Moyes' revitalisation of Everton, Chelsea's challenges, and the rest of the action is up for debate. Also on the show is an interview with Martin Bateman from the ministry Ambassadors Football, as he shares how football can act as a positive force within communities and hear inspiring stories of outreach.You can find out more about Ambassadors Football at

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"Are Cathedrals Full Of Themselves?" - FA Cup Shocks,...

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2025/02/11

In this episode of The Big Man Up Top, Ed and Joe discuss Liverpool's unexpected exit from the FA Cup, analyzing the team performance and discussing the broader trend of bigger teams undervaluing the FA Cup. The big discussion this week is about the controversies surrounding football celebrations, including recent examples featuring Gabriel and Erling Haaland. Joining the chat is vicar Pat Allerton, who shares insights on humility and pride, both in football and in broader cultural contexts. Don't

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39:57

"Actually, This Is Uprooting Your Life, Isn't It?" -...

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2025/02/04

Join Ed and Joe for another exciting episode of the Big Man Up Top Podcast! In this episode, we dive into the latest Premier League surprises, including Nottingham Forest's and Arsenal's big wins and the unexpected successes of Everton and Wolves. We also discuss transfer window rumors and completed moves, such as John Duran's controversial move to Al Nassr and Marcus Rashford's potential transfer to Aston Villa. Additionally, the hosts reflect on the impact of transfer speculations on players and

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39:06

"Wine That Gladdens Humans Hearts" - Spurs Being...

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2025/01/28

Welcome to another episode of 'Big Man Up Top!' Join Ed and Joe as they discuss Spurs' latest struggles, Arsenal's gritty win at Wolves, Bournemouth's surprising victory over Nottingham Forest, and Manchester City's recent form. There's also a candid conversation about alcohol's impact on football with special guest Derek Jefferson, who played for Ipswich and Wolves in the 60's and 70's and has a powerful story of overcoming personal demons and finding faith.

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39:37

"God's Just Kind And Uses Idiots Like Me" - ...

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2025/01/21

In this episode of The Big Man Up Top Podcast, Ed and Joe dive into the exciting last-minute heroics of Liverpool's Darwin Nunez, discuss the sad passings of Manchester United legend Dennis Law and a fan at Portsmouth, and review some crucial Premier League and EFL matches. They also share insights on sharing your faith, featuring an inspiring interview with Graham Daniels from Christians In Sport and thoughts about how players are leading the way with evangelism.Find out more about the fantastic

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34:23

"Some Traditions Are Sacred" - Sir Tommy Tonks of...

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2025/01/14

Joe and Ed discuss the FA Cup 3rd Round in this week's episode, touching on the Mighty Tamworth F.C. and their long throw specialist. They talk about their precious FA Cup memories and ponder, what exactly is "the magic of the cup"?This leads on to a meaningful discussion about the idea of Tradition. Is it good to remember the past as "the good ol' days"? Or can nostalgia be unhelpful?Get in touch with the lad with your FA Cup memories, email podcasts@ucb.co.uk.The Big Man Up Top is a UCB

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41:07

"A Call to Transparency and Integrity" - Trent's...

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2025/01/07

In this episode of The Big Man Up Top, Joe and Ed kick off by reflecting on recent Premier League matches and performances over the Christmas period, and dissect the Liverpool v Manchester United game. The guys then preview the FA Cup 3rd Round and the demise of Replays, which leads into an insightful interview with Graeme Mathie, Managing Director of Ayr United, who sheds light on the intricate decisions clubs make regarding ticket pricing and maintaining a football club as a business. Graham also

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24:39

"You Go across Football Clubs In England, There's...

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2024/12/31

In this special extended episode, we dive deep into the incredible story of former Premier League striker turned pastor, Bruce Dyer. Starting his career at Watford and becoming the first million-pound teenager upon signing with Crystal Palace, Bruce shares intimate details about his early days, his career highlights, and the transition to faith that changed his life. Alongside his football memories, Dyer opens up about his spiritual journey, the challenges he faced, and his current mission as the

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