Grassroots Plus Podcast
The game. The people. The stories. Join Mick Bradley and Dave Pickerill for Grassroots Plus Podcast, celebrating non-league football and the people who make it happen. Through conversations with players, managers, volunteers and the personalities behind the clubs, Mick and Dave explore the ambitions, challenges and stories that give the game its character. Expect honest discussion, good humour and a shared passion for football beyond the headlines. Born during the Covid years, the show has grown into a library of more than 200 episodes, bringing a voice to clubs and communities across the game. A Radio Newark Original.
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Episodes
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Season 6, Episode 14
Friday, 6 November 2026
Paul Cunningham joins Mick and Dave to discuss Bungay Town’s football pyramid ambitions and the club’s community connections across Suffolk and Norfolk.
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Season 6, Episode 13
Friday, 30 October 2026
Crewe FC chairman Steve discusses the club’s first National League System season, its 40-plus teams and the volunteers keeping it running.
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Season 6, Episode 12
Friday, 23 October 2026
Louth Town chairman Stephen Clark discusses life in the United Counties League, travel challenges and the club’s thriving junior setup.
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Season 6, Episode 11 - Peace Match Special
Monday, 19 October 2026
Dave and Francis Towndrow preview the Peace Match between Newark Town and FC Emmendingen, commemorating the Christmas Truce of 1914.
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Season 6, Episode 10
Friday, 16 October 2026
Clipstone chairman Mike Staton shares his plans for the club, its village connections and progress towards a new ground.
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Season 6, Episode 9
Friday, 9 October 2026
Mick and Dave join Andy Porter to review the latest results and look ahead to the upcoming FA Vase games.
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Season 6, Episode 8
Friday, 2 October 2026
Simon Ashberry discusses Boston Town’s first season at Step 4, the changes following promotion and increased travel.
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Season 6, Episode 7
Friday, 25 September 2026
Belper United chairman Matt Herrett discusses ground sharing, realistic expectations and the importance of local players.
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Season 6, Episode 6
Friday, 18 September 2026
Southwell City manager Jonny Upton discusses nearly a decade at the helm and his ambitions in the league and FA Vase.
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Season 6, Episode 5
Friday, 4 September 2026
Bourne Town media manager Anthony Heppell discusses the club’s second season at Step Four and lessons from its first campaign.
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Season 6, Episode 4
Friday, 28 August 2026
Mick and Dave chat with league secretary Phil Hiscox about the challenges facing the Southwest Peninsular League as the new season begins.
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Season 6. Episode 3
Friday, 21 August 2026
Mick and Dave are joined by Newark Town Football Club Chair, Sarah Robinson.
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Season 6, Episode 2
Friday, 14 August 2026
Mick and Dave are joined by United Counties League Facilities Director, Ian Hughes
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Season 6, Episode 1
Friday, 7 August 2026
Mick and Dave welcome you to season 6.
