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We Welcome Your Teams - Football as seen by stadium announcersAuthor: Rich Hurst
Stadium Announcers aren't just voices you hear on the tannoy on matchdays. They're incredible characters, who've seen the game you watch every week from a completely different angle. Find out how they got the job and why they love it so much and the best and worst moments they've been on the mic for their club. Language: en-gb Genres: Football, Soccer, Sports Contact email: Get it Feed URL: Get it iTunes ID: Get it |
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David Broadbent - Huddersfield (and formerly Oldham)
Episode 10
Wednesday, 8 April, 2026
Join us as we explore the world of stadium announcing with David Broadbent, who shares his experiences from Oldham to Huddersfield. Discover behind-the-scenes stories, technical insights, and the passion that we know makes stadium announcing a unique and exciting job.Rich from West Brom and Alan Keegan ask the questions and share some great stories of when David went beyond the call of duty and when he took a literal tumble in front of the fans.00:00 Introduction and Guest Introduction01:59 David Broadbent's Journey in Stadium Announcing06:03 Memorable Moments at Oldham Athletic11:58 Transition to Huddersfield Town18:01 The Role of Technology in Modern Announcing21:50 Challenges and Experiences as a Stadium Announcer27:57 Tributes and Special Moments in Football29:45 The Life of a Stadium Announcer31:02 Behind the Scenes: Mascot Adventures36:21 Highs and Lows of Announcing44:16 Engaging with Fans and Social Media51:26 The Joy of Being an AnnouncerYou can text Rich and Alan with a question here
