The Podcasters

WHO ARE WE?
So, who are we?  Are we just some hacks who discuss things that we have picked up in local newspapers in the week, well actually no!  All of the panelists are experienced non-league volunteers who are involved in the game week in – week out at club and league level.  The differing backgrounds and roles of all panelists and podcasters gives the Counties Podcast a unique and relevant perspective, which we hope comes through on our recordings.  Here is the lowdown on the regular crew……

MARTIN FALLON

One of the founders of Counties Podcast, Martin is an experienced football man and is involved in a number of projects in both League and Club capacity.  Often the level head of the podcast team and an almost ever-present, he always has a fairly solid opinion and an ability to see things from a step back.

A former Runcorn FC staff member, Secretary and go-to man, he was involved in the club almost to its end.  He is currently a Committee member at Runcorn Town FC and also serves as an Officer at the North West Counties League with the role of Results Co-Ordinator, Head of Media and if you believe the running gag on the podcast – “ten other jobs” – which probably isn’t too far from the truth.

GARY LANGLEY

Gary joined the team as a regular at around 20 episodes in and tends to keep a balanced approach, often leading to fence sitting gags from his fellow panelists.  Every now and again though he does come off it and can be quite vociferous on certain subjects, giving an honest appraisal on discussion points.

An experienced football man, Gary has been on the board of Stranraer FC in Scotland (Family connections) but since hanging up his kilt has been involved in local non-league football for over 15 years between Steps 1-6.  League Director at the NW Counties League, he still has a regular gig writing a number of articles freelance for various publications around the country as well as representing the league on various podcasts and shows.  Likely back in club football from 2023, he knows his stuff.

ROB McKAY

Another Co-Founder of the Counties Podcast and made a welcome return in 2022, Rob manages a number of roles in local grassroots football and is an experienced footballing man across a number of Genres. He never holds back and always calls things as he sees them on the podcast, yet always brings in some fascinating points and stats from around the North West Counties League.

Currently involved in Coaching now at Cheadle Town Stingers WFC, he is an experienced and accredited sports Blogger, Rob is a regular reporter and feature writer at Read WSL as well as writing freelance for American Football Blogs.