Tackling the Game with Paul Parker

Tackling the Game with Paul Parker

Author: 11-29 Media November 20, 2025 Duration: 55:53
Paul Parker, the former Manchester United player from the 1980s and 1990s, recalls his time as a Red Devil with Dotun Adebayo in a special edition of the Brazilian Shirt Name Podcast.

What was life like with the likes of Paul Scholes and Sir Alex Ferguson, and why does he think authorities should do more than let the players take the knee to tackle racism?

Read about his life, struggles, growing up in a minority, and being with the class of '92 in Paul Parker, 
My Life in Football: https://www.pitchpublishing.co.uk/shop/tackling-game 

Recorded at Passyunk Avenue in London. Check them out!


Hosts Dotun Adebayo and Tim Vickery share a conversation that moves as fluidly as a game itself, connecting the dots between sport, sound, and society. The Brazilian Shirt Name Podcast is more than a simple football show; it’s a deep dive into the cultural fabric that surrounds the beautiful game, particularly through a Brazilian lens. Each episode unpacks the stories behind the iconic names on the backs of shirts, exploring how they intertwine with samba rhythms, political history, and national identity. You’ll hear informed analysis of current matches and legendary players, but always framed within a broader discussion about the music that fuels the terraces and the historical moments that shaped the sport. This podcast from 11-29 Media offers a rich, layered perspective for anyone who understands that football is never just about what happens on the pitch. It’s about the passion, the artistry, and the human stories that give the game its enduring soul, making every conversation a discovery of how deeply sport is woven into the tapestry of everyday life.
Author: Language: English Episodes: 100

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Podcast Episodes
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Duration: 1:01:37
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Duration: 1:00:33
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Duration: 42:19
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Duration: 1:09:48
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