Before you listen to this BBC podcast, I'd like to introduce myself.

My name's Stevie Middleton and I'm a BBC Commissioner for a Load of Sport Podcasts.

I'm lucky to do that at the BBC because I get to work with a leading journalist, experienced

pundits and the biggest sport stars.

Together we bring you untold stories and fascinating insights straight from the players'

mouths.

But the best thing about doing this at the BBC is our unique access to the sport world.

What that means is that we can bring you podcasts that create a real connection to

dedicated sports fans across the UK.

So if you like this podcast, head over to BBC Sounds where you'll find plenty more.

This is Midnight Meat and this is our 76th podcast, which is ridiculous, especially considering

that it's a late night radio feature and BBC Radio 5 Live first as part of Weeknight's Monday

to Thursday.

We run it on a Tuesday night, but thanks to those who listen and to you who are downloading

and great numbers, the guests keep on saying yes.

So thank you for tuning in to another episode, I hope you enjoy it.

And this is with someone I'm genuinely fond of, a stand-up comedian who's played West End

comedy clubs and also has appeared in West End theaters as well.

He's a mainstay on TV screens.

He's just a great conversationalist and a story from childhood denial is all worthy of conversation

but it's always, I just start the Midnight Meat and a random place and let the rest just

take shape.

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