The Shackles Are Off - Cricket Podcast produed by England's Barmy Army

Another away Test for The Shackles Are Off, another victory! (That's 4 from 4 if you were wondering) Greggy and Chris speak to former England batting star and now TalkSport commentator Mark Butcher about Ollie Pope, who scored his maiden Test centurt at Port Elizabeth, his own experiences of touring South Africa, and his new music career.  The Head of Communications for the ECB Danny Reuben also sits and chews the fat about improving relations between players and the fans, and talks about how he got one of the coolest jobs in cricket. For more sparkling content follow us on Twitter, Instagram and Facebook, or visit BarmyArmy.com or BudgySmugglerUK.com

Happy new year! (Well, we didn’t do one in 2019 so happy new year for then too... won a World Cup and that didn’t we...) Welcome along to Cape Town - The Barmy Army has had one of its greatest ever weeks watching England win their first Test match at Newlands since 1957. And if you’re at home with the January blues, we’ve got it covered!!! Hear from, Darren Gough, Jonathan Trott, Romesh Ranganathan, Rob Beckett and England head coach Chris Silverwood. A week to remember in Cape Town, and remember all our social media channels for more content!

ENGLAND 2, SRI LANKA NIL. Yep. That's right folks! England win the series with a Test to spare! After our rip-roaring Galle Pod, The Shackles Are Off take you to yet another location to explore the goings on from a fan's perspective in Kandy. Hear from talkSPORT's Jon Norman, England and Surrey hero Gareth Batty, Dean Wilson of the Daily Mirror and Adge Walton (you know... the Blazer and MCC tie-guy!). From the bowels of the Pallekele Stadium, to the glorious surroundings of the Asgiriya, sit back, relax, and enjoy an hour in Sri Lanka (and temporarily, a pool table). Remember to tell your pals, subscribe and leave a review. Oh, and follow The Barmy Army on all social media channels for more funnies and behind-the-scenes content. 

After England’s historic first ever Test win in Galle, we thought we’d treat you to what it’s all been about in this historic old town. From torrential rain, to losing a trumpet in the sea, to hearing from a three-time Ashes winning wicketkeeper, this pod has it all. Join Millard and Greggy as they get pestered on the beach, hear from some Barmy Army legends, and speak to Matty Prior.  Head to the Barmy Army social media pages for more from Sri Lanka including the now flourishing Barmy Brekkie.  

HELLO! We are back.... for "series two" of The Shackles Are Off podcast Produced by England's Barmy Army. Greggy, Brooksy and Millard catch up (briefly), before introducing a red hot guest. You could argue he's 'hot' in more ways than one... (you'll understand as the podcast goes on). Liam Plunkett trumps Brooksy with his FOUR County Championship titles - and they've even lived together.  Hear from 'Pudsey' about Ashes Tours, his impending move to Surrey, and THAT 'Fredalo' World Cup.  For more, follow the Barmy Army on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram.