Middle Please, Umpire - a Cricket Podcast

It's the cricket podcast you've always promised yourself, presented by comedian, writer and cricket super fan Miles Jupp, together with England’s World Cup winning bowler Mark Wood. 

  • 1 hour 7 minutes
    S6 Ep7: Hopes and fears

    Keane lead singer Tom Chaplin is a brilliant guest as he shares tales from his cricketing youth and general love of the game. We also unveil some alternate Mark Wood namesakes across the UK.


    Twitter @middleplease

    Instagram @middlepleaseumpire 

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    Podcast Sponsored by Spond, Mindful Chef & Step One


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    Produced by Nathan Kosky with Playback Media

    Engineered by Leon Gorman 


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    1 March 2024, 5:30 am
  • 1 hour 20 minutes
    S6 Ep6 The bowler’s Holding

    An extended episode as West Indies pace legend, and cricket commentator par excellence, Michael Holding joins us to talk about his career and influence on Woody’s career. Mark and Miles also catch up following the first Test in India. 


    Twitter @middleplease

    Instagram @middlepleaseumpire 

    Email [email protected] 


    Podcast Sponsored by Spond, Mindful Chef & Step One


    Listener offers below (time limited): 


    www.stepone.life - For a 15% discount, just use the code MP15 


    MindfulChef.com/middleplease - for 25% off your first four boxes.


    Spond - download for free here https://spond.sng.link/D472x/3nti/ukqi


    Produced by Nathan Kosky with Playback Media

    Engineered by Leon Gorman 


    Copyright 2024 Playback Media Ltd - playbackmedia.co.uk/copyright

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    8 February 2024, 5:00 am
  • 1 hour 9 minutes
    S6 Ep5 Gravy or nothing

    We get a fascinating glimpse into the backroom of elite cricket as Ben Langley, the man Woody credits with saving his career as England physio, and now Mumbai Indians’ head of sports science, joins for a chat. Miles and Woody catch up, plus another strong mailbag. 


    Twitter @middleplease

    Instagram @middlepleaseumpire 

    Email [email protected] 


    Podcast Sponsored by Spond, Mindful Chef & Step One


    Listener offers below (time limited): 


    www.stepone.life - For a 15% discount, just use the code MP15 


    MindfulChef.com/middleplease - for 25% off your first four boxes.


    Spond - download for free here https://spond.sng.link/D472x/3nti/ukqi


    Produced by Nathan Kosky with Playback Media

    Engineered by Leon Gorman 


    Copyright 2024 Playback Media Ltd - playbackmedia.co.uk/copyright

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    31 January 2024, 12:54 pm
  • 1 hour 6 minutes
    S6 Ep4: Arms and legs all over the place

    We are all Isa Guha fans, and she storms in as our very special guest. With the guys now both on tour, Woody explains the importance of gravy to Miles. A memorable mailbag letter drops onto the mat as well. 


    Twitter @middleplease

    Instagram @middlepleaseumpire 

    Email [email protected] 


    Podcast Sponsored by Spond, Mindful Chef & Step One


    Listener offers below (time limited): 


    www.stepone.life - For a 15% discount, just use the code MP15 


    MindfulChef.com/middleplease - for 25% off your first four boxes.


    Spond - download for free here https://spond.sng.link/D472x/3nti/ukqi


    Produced by Nathan Kosky with Playback Media

    Engineered by Leon Gorman 


    Copyright 2024 Playback Media Ltd - playbackmedia.co.uk/copyright

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    24 January 2024, 5:30 am
  • 1 hour 6 minutes
    S6 Ep3: Free Billy!

    After a hiatus, we are back to resume season 6. We’re joined by England bowler and Step One ambassador Tash Farrant. Woody and Miles discuss the raging controversy around Phil Salt’s dog!


    Twitter @middleplease

    Instagram @middlepleaseumpire 

    Email [email protected] 


    Podcast Sponsored by Spond, Mindful Chef & Step One


    Listener offers below (time limited): 


    www.stepone.life - For a 15% discount, just use the code MP15 


    MindfulChef.com/middleplease - for 25% off your first four boxes.


    Spond - download for free here https://spond.sng.link/D472x/3nti/ukqi


    Produced by Nathan Kosky with Playback Media

    Engineered by Leon Gorman 


    Copyright 2024 Playback Media Ltd - playbackmedia.co.uk/copyright

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    3 January 2024, 5:00 am
  • 1 hour 14 minutes
    S6 Ep2: Not spicy, just unusual

    Mike Brearley; England’s legendary captain and cricket mind, joins us as our special guest for a brilliant chat. Meanwhile Woody and Miles discuss the important issues of the day, including the World Cup, cuddly toy dogs and Indian savoury snacks. 


    Twitter @middleplease

    Instagram @middlepleaseumpire 

    Email [email protected] 


    Podcast Sponsored by Spond, Mindful Chef & Step One


    Listener offers below (time limited): 


    www.stepone.life - For a 15% discount, just use the code MP15 


    MindfulChef.com/middleplease - for 25% off your first four boxes.


    Spond - download for free here https://spond.sng.link/D472x/3nti/ukqi


    Produced by Nathan Kosky with Playback Media

    Engineered by Leon Gorman 


    Copyright 2023 Playback Media Ltd - playbackmedia.co.uk/copyright

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    12 October 2023, 4:30 am
  • 58 minutes 53 seconds
    S6 Ep1: Cuddles on the boundary

    We are back with a new season, releasing episodes as regularly as cricket schedules allow. This week our hosts catch up as Woody prepares for the World Cup, while Miles gets some hugs on the boundary at Cardiff.


    Twitter @middleplease

    Instagram @middlepleaseumpire 

    Email [email protected] 


    Podcast Sponsored by Spond, Mindful Chef & Step One


    Listener offers below (time limited): 


    www.stepone.life - For a 15% discount, just use the code MP15 


    MindfulChef.com/middleplease - for 25% off your first four boxes.


    Produced by Nathan Kosky with Playback Media

    Engineered by Leon Gorman 


    Copyright 2023 Playback Media Ltd - playbackmedia.co.uk/copyright

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    28 September 2023, 5:00 am
  • 22 minutes 3 seconds
    S5 update: 20 minutes of solid Wood

    A hotly requested mini pod, as Miles has a catch-up with co-host and hero of the 3rd Test, our own Mark Wood. 


    Twitter @middleplease

    Instagram @middlepleaseumpire 

    Email [email protected] 


    Podcast Sponsored by Step One & Mindful Chef. Listener offers below (time limited): 


    www.stepone.life - For a 15% discount, just use the code MP15 


    MindfulChef.com/middleplease - for 25% off your first four boxes.


    Produced by Nathan Kosky with Playback Media

    Engineered by Leon Gorman 


    Copyright 2023 Playback Media Ltd - playbackmedia.co.uk/copyright

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    17 July 2023, 8:00 am
  • 1 hour 6 minutes
    S5 Ep8: Live in Ashington

    Our second ever live recording as we journey to Woody’s home club at Ashington CC on the eve of the Ashes. We look at what’s ahead this summer while Miles learns a whole new language! 


    With thanks to Ashington CC and our live sponsor www.Spond.com/


    Twitter @middleplease

    Instagram @middlepleaseumpire 

    Email [email protected] 


    Podcast Sponsored by Step One & Mindful Chef. Listener offers below (time limited): 


    www.stepone.life - For a 15% discount, just use the code MP15 


    MindfulChef.com/middleplease - for 25% off your first four boxes.


    Produced by Nathan Kosky with Playback Media

    Engineered by Leon Gorman 


    Copyright 2023 Playback Media Ltd - playbackmedia.co.uk/copyright

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    14 June 2023, 5:00 am
  • 1 hour 14 minutes
    S5 Ep7: Morné’s Barmy Army

    Woody’s IPL bowling coach and pace legend Morné Morkel joins the guys to discuss his chaotic debut for South Africa amongst a range of topics from his career. Meanwhile the mailbag is not to be missed as we bring Season 5 to a close…for now.


    Twitter @middleplease

    Instagram @middlepleaseumpire 

    Email [email protected] 


    Podcast Sponsored by Step One & Mindful Chef. Listener offers below (time limited): 


    www.stepone.life - For a 15% discount, just use the code MP15 


    MindfulChef.com/middleplease - for 25% off your first four boxes.


    Produced by Nathan Kosky with Playback Media

    Engineered by Leon Gorman 


    Copyright 2023 Playback Media Ltd - playbackmedia.co.uk/copyright

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    4 May 2023, 5:30 am
  • 1 hour 19 minutes
    S5 Ep6: Bears, kangaroos, and Danny Kelly

    Legendary sports broadcaster, music journalist and unlikely cricket lover, Danny Kelly joins the guys this week in a really engrossing chat on cricket and much more. Woody and Miles discuss Mark’s successful start in the IPL with Lucknow.


    Twitter @middleplease

    Instagram @middlepleaseumpire 

    Email [email protected] 


    Podcast Sponsored by Step One & Mindful Chef. Listener offers below (time limited): 


    www.stepone.life - For a 15% discount, just use the code MP15 


    MindfulChef.com/middleplease - for 25% off your first four boxes.


    Produced by Nathan Kosky with Playback Media

    Engineered by Leon Gorman 


    Copyright 2023 Playback Media Ltd - playbackmedia.co.uk/copyright

    Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

    14 April 2023, 4:00 am
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