Frank Lampard Finally Speaks Out About What REALLY Happened At Chelsea | E264

In this new episode Steven sits down with one of Chelsea FC’s greatest ever players, Frank Lampard OBE.
0:00 Intro
02:34 How are you doing?
06:36 What shaped you?
11:44 How did that shape your relationship with work?
15:38 Fear of failure
20:11 The decision to stay in football
24:34 Imposter syndrom
26:53 How hard is it to be yourself as a coach vs copying successful coaches?
29:43 Do you think you jumped into high manager roles too soon?
33:40 What do you think makes a great manager?
37:31 What are you like as a manager?
39:25 As a leader what are you working on?
44:20 Managers these days never seem to last very long…
48:59 The standards at Chelsea just weren’t there
55:02 One of the issues was…
01:04:13 What would have had to happen to avoid Chelseas bad culture?
01:07:21 What was going through your head when you go that call?
01:12:33 Do you regret taking the job?
01:16:53 How do you keep family life and work life separate?
01:19:30 The hardest moment in your career
01:21:55 Your mothers passing
01:34:41 Do you talk about your emotions normally?
01:37:59 Whats the future like for you?
01:45:07 A message for the Chelsea fans
01:47:39 Why is mason mount leaving Chelsea?
01:50:00 The last guest’s question
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[@TheDiaryOfACEO]

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[@kieronryan3725]

i loved it but nothing really about Everton which was disappointing, and im a Chelsea fan

[@malihah23]

amazing Interview Steven! You are an inspiration yourself!

[@warren829]

Always great content Steven, you should be so proud! As a Man U supporter and admirer of risk taking individuals, it would be great to have a chat with you over dinner in Sydney when you come to Australia. Keep up the great interviews, I’ll be watching.

[@paddy4710]

Thanks Steven. I'm a Chelsea fan and a Lampard fan and really looking forward to watching this. I just need to finish processing the Deli Ali interview first!

[@TheSnoozeFox]

Been smashing it lately with the guests 🔥

[@cfccarefree5285]

No matter what you’ll always be one of us, and a Chelsea legend. Thank you so much for everything Super Frank 💙💙💙

[@rayallan3650]

you just a clown....

[@Khigha87]

I'm a ManU fan. This message is the essence of belonging to a team! We'll call Frank a legend because that's as far as our vocab goes, but it doesn't go far enough to describe this man.

[@5thdawg917]

He destroyed his legacy. Everything he did for the club should be considered void.

[@elidir]

@@5thdawg917 why?

[@nocomment1336]

​​@@elidirbecause 5thdawg is a nob head

[@Russtick92]

Hi Stephen. Great interview, a true gent. On a personal note - Frank actually had a massive impact on my life. I was undergoing major surgeries at 27 years old to repair a ruptured achilles which suffered several setbacks and further surgeries. Unbeknownst to me, my dear Mother wrote to Chelsea whilst I was in hospital for my 4th surgery in 5 months. I received a letter in the post that same month, and a signed photograph from Frank himself, wishing me well and telling me to keep strong. It was just before Chelsea faced City in the league, during Frank's first tenure as the manager. I had almost given up on the thought of walking normally ever again, letalone playing football. But that letter really inspired me to try my best and to never give in. Proud to say I am walking (almost) normally and have managed to partake in some 6 a side walking foltball. That letter and photograph I have framed on my wall. Thank you Frank, and all the best in all you choose to do.

[@JustSam_96]

Great story & glad to hear you’ve recovered well

[@Russtick92]

@@JustSam_96 Thanks mate, that's very kind of you

[@elliot_lufc1826]

Lovely to hear that mate, keep up the hard work

[@Russtick92]

@@elliot_lufc1826 thanks mate, appreciate the comment

[@owenmatrixtv6516]

❤

[@shenkosti]

115 minutes seem to be so little when you listen to Frank. My childhood idol and a man that gave me so many moments of sheer happiness. Frank, you are an absolute legend, and more importantly, a really really good person. Thank you to Frank and to Steven for this beautiful interview 💙

[@anastasiaeka]

You came to be our manager twice, when we were in difficult seasons. You take responsibilities and do what the best, just sadly the results are not what we wished. But we will always thank you for everything. You are our legend. You are truly one of us 💙

[@streetsiswatching9660]

Banter club

[@theplatinumplayer3387]

@@streetsiswatching9660 good try

[@TheChampIsHere_]

Excuses merchant 😂 chelsea sacked their legend twice 😭

[@Unknown-fh5lb]

@@streetsiswatching9660what team do you support

[@hook8535]

Why was he about to tear up when he said that he was not working and saying he realised he should enjoy it. Reading body language and it’s an interesting one

[@documax123]

I was touched by Frank's description of the immensity of the loss of his mother. I'm a guy, and I lost my mum when I was 24 (and she also was a hairdresser). There's nothing like a man's loss of his mother, and it's indescribable, really. But Frank conveyed the depth and complexity of it as best as anybody could.

[@SkepticSkye]

I can't relate unfortunately

[@aliasad9816]

Dude I lost my father at the age of 3 you are 24 a grown-up boy

[@documax123]

@@aliasad9816 Frank Lampard was 28. Is he a baby?

[@aliasad9816]

@@documax123 No He was an adult

[@documax123]

@aliasad9816 so what is your beef? First of all, based on your own biography, you have no qualifications for to judge or even relate, and be able to offer anything useful to this. You were only little more than a baby yourself when your mother died. So you are not someone who has been adult when losing their mother. And most individuals don't remember anything when they were 3, anyway. I'll respond to your irrelevant, illogical, and ignorant comments no further.

[@connorlynch1992]

Thank you so much for that interview, Frank is my hero and my male role model. My father is a die-hard Chelsea fan and has just recovered from his alcohol addiction and I showed him this and for myself the power of hard work, grit and staying true to one's goals. Thank you very much, Steven.

[@connorlynch1992]

Thank you Steven what you do is really important, I have been watching you since I left working at Lovehoney during lockdown I got run over By a bouncer in a Night club in Bath and then worked at Lovehoney for 3 years. I was Disabled and lost full use of my left arm all because I was dancing with girls and I got picked out of the crowd and ran over behind the club. (I am Dyslexic) I have had major mental health and physical and mental trauma to get over. I'm 30 now and Just finish a year doing Environmental Science in Bristol college to get me to Uni. Higher education course whilst dealing and having to put my dear father through detox, however after 12 years out of education, I have achieved my grades to go to uni. After being an events manager for 5-6 years prior.(Before covid) I have sacrificed myself for everything I have cared about. You may or might not have heard of Roots allotments in Bristol and Bath but during my time working night shifts and day shifts before starting my environmental science qualification I worked and built the 1.0 ground zero site. After applying this work ethic I am now hoping I get my grade that I am sure I will... As I got a distinction in my extended project and my essay on sustainable futures my degree in Bath in Global Development and sustainability may hear more about it. I wish you all the best and thank you to all of us that need that extra push. Gentlemen may not always finish first to start with but may finish when all is done. I am from an Irish and Welsh heritage and your journey is inspiring. I hope to change the world of those that are less off than myself at this stage even and bridge the gap for societies through innovation strategy culture and understanding. One day we will shake hands.

[@MrThedonhead]

Don't have false idols remember everything he says is planned and showing this to your dad probably really pissed him off!

[@ClihtYeastwood]

@@MrThedonheadknob

[@ClihtYeastwood]

⁠@@ilkaygundogan5066so if you have a role model it means you come from a rich family? Tf 😂

[@shaunaylward7766]

Legend in his own front room ,

[@JonKrishna]

The raw emotion visible on Franks face when talking about his mother passing away. At last, someone that relates. This episode really hit home, especially this part. I lost my mother suddenly over 1.5 years ago at the age of 31 and can relate to everything frank went through. The auto pilot, the relentlessness afterwards but that aspect of a part of you leaving. Thank you to Frank for speaking so openly about this as only other people that have lost someone so close to them can truly understand how it feels. And it’s true, this grief right here, never leaves you. But you learn to live with it.

[@billyfung715]

I ve lost my dad at 28😭

[@myearsgotyouthsystem8802]

​@@billyfung715sorry mate

[@stefhunt7467]

I lost my mum 3 years ago, I was 37 and she was 61 and I can totally relate to what Frank was saying. Brought a tear to my eye as it brought back feelings and emotions and the things you want to forget. I know exactly what he means by zombie and that a part of you will never be the same. Frank did a great job of explaining, thanks.

[@Poetry4Peace]

Lost Mum at 21 5 yes tomorrow 💔

[@postmanxxx1]

As an Everton fan I wanted Frank to succeed so much as he's such a genuine good guy. I hope he gets back to the premier league as a manager one day.

[@tungi_halmegi]

He is a tory and a shit manager

[@DRx6]

he wont, because he's an awful manager

[@maxbusby239]

My neighbor is a good guy.... But he's shit at golf!

[@Sausageroll-fp9xu]

Super frank

[@danniwilder2198]

@@DRx6 He did a great job at Chelsea the first time he was their manager.

[@beaverk]

What an amazing interview. You have such great skill of humanising legendary beings that have walked amongst us. Frank’s work ethic in English football is unparalleled. He became one of the greatest simple because of his work ethic. Not much talent but relentless work. A true Chelsea Legend. He so described it really well. Losing a mother who is very close to you is such a revealing of emotional nakedness. A feeling that stays with you till your last. Love that you never felt before just cease to exist.

[@Smithylfc9999]

Legendary beings 😂 ffs man hes just a normal guy who played football

[@neshod6415]

Not much talent? mmmm

[@DrDre999]

@@Smithylfc9999 bruh he's an elite human. He's in the top tier of the 1% that make it as a footballer and his name will live on when he dies. I reckon it's fair to call him legendary

[@24tommy109]

@@DrDre999 elite human 🤣 Christ you have low standards

[@24tommy109]

Legendary beings 🤣 Back to bed

[@namansrivastav406]

Not a Chelsea fan but i do remember him being decent enough to guide them to the top 4 in PL when the club was in crisis he may not have been a great manager but has always loved Chelsea from the bottom of his heart I do hope he does well in whatever he wants to be!

[@flashgordon8792]

I’m absolutely breaking my heart listening to him talking about his mum. 💔 You’re a good man, Frank Lampard x

[@IAMNationX]

I lost my mum at 37 and the bottom fell out of my world. I cant imagine the weight of expectation of being a high profile sports star and trying to deal with grief at the same time. He seems such a genuine human.

[@chelseajacques_]

Already clicked like before I even started to watch - Steven getting an absolute Chelsea legend on the show makes my day. Pity it didn't quite work out as a manager for Frank, but will always be among the club greats from a player perspective - also one of the nicest guys in football, was lucky enough to meet him to sign my Chelsea shirt in South Africa during the 2010 world cup just before England played Algeria in Cape Town.

[@oli8951]

Same! He's Chels through and through.

[@Wulfaz]

Chelsea legend? Son he's a footballing legend. Him Scholes and Gerrard are up there with the likes of Ronaldino, Shearer, Bobby Moore, R9 etc.

[@Sir_P]

it's not too late, it can work out, the likes of Moyes didn't start high, most managers don't they earned their spurs through sweat and pain of defeat and some highs. He has been lucky to have had big opportunities that unfortunately didn't work out, he can head to the championship and rebuild from there, League one if need be, build a team in his image, learn to defend like Eddie Howe went to do, and in no time he'll be on the up again. He has contacts with Chelsea and city so he can get players on loan. It'll take some humbling and humility but if he wants to make it he has to restart. Gerrard should've probably done the same instead of going to Saudi but who knows, it may end up working. It'll be good to see the two of them compete as managers in the prem in the future

[@Jon14722]

Good stuff bro

[@niksvp93]

Such a humble guy with a legendary football legacy at Chelsea. I could relate to the point where Frank said he'd often be struck with grief when people around would often talk about their mothers. I'm no footballer or a genius of any sort but I did lose my mom when I was 14. I'm 29 now and I still grapple with the grief of losing her everyday. Thanks for sharing that, Frank. It was quite emotional. Also, I'm a Manchester United fan but massive respect from all the rival fans as well. Phenomenal job, Steve. You've just made my day with this interview with Frank! ❤

[@fredericksango8346]

Legendary legacy as a footballer, yes.

[@finn8882]

@@fredericksango8346 Really strange nitpicking from you

[@saehisaya]

He’s extremely arrogant hence why he refused to take accountability. All he ever talks about is hard work and passion. Abstract nonsense.

[@zacharygillespie714]

🎉v😢

[@josh8455]

❤💪🏽

[@irunfar1125]

The way he spoke about his mom just touched me so much. It is really powerful part of the chatter. He showed how strong and peacefull he is. He overcame it and took it like a true hero. I am taking my hat off before Frank😢

[@shrayrai]

Massive respect for Frank. He never hides and more importantly, he stands up in the tough times. Both his stints as manager were much needed and chelsea was an absolute mess. Good luck for the future champ.

[@phumelelesigcu7990]

Lamps would be a great coach at Brighton, Newcastle, Dortmond, and Monaco. He needs teams that have youth and players that are willing to fight for the team. I even think he would do well with the current players at Chelsea.

[@chrisbyrne3937]

Man, Frank speaks so well. I get drawn into everything he says. As an Evertonian I'm gutted it didn't work out for him at Goodison as he's such a likeable guy. Thanks for having him on. I'm only 24 minutes into this and it's already such a brilliant interview.

[@jtefc]

Nice fella but he was one of, if not, the worst manager we’ve ever had. Awful tactics, in game management and team selections

[@chrisbyrne3937]

@@jtefc Oh yeah, absolutely the worst manager we've ever had in terms of what you've mentioned. Results are everything. Would love a pint with him though haha!

[@neilshanahan8217]

Lovely fella. Brilliant footballer. Terrible manager. In the Mike Walker/Rafa Benitez column in Everton’s history there.

[@BarrieFitzgerald-ch2rw]

It won’t work out for anyone at Everton it’s hard hard job

[@seanfitz70]

Hmmmm I felt he did us a bit dirty here. I'm not a full on Everton da but he was talking about the expectation being that we only win 35-40% of our games. He's part of the reason that expectation has permeated when it should be much higher, which it was even in our recent past.

[@petefarren1815]

As a long time Liverpool fan Frank is probably the player I respected most outside of Liverpool and that has just quadrupled, what a legend 👍

[@YouTube]

ooooh the intro already has me hooked 👀

[@Technological_Monkey]

KZbin, does a human IQ matter?

[@samuelphophi3290]

Frank is a Legend. As a Chelsea fan, I was waiting for this conversation for a very long time. Thank you Steven

[@khaledsalem2411]

He should join Pep's coaching staff that will help him and shape his coaching skills.

[@niallmenzies]

0:04 🎉

[@joeykhan4703]

Losing your mum ain’t easy lamps is that guy legend

[@Phil_Mitchell]

Who cares? Everyone's got personal problems. Lampard doesn't need any sympathy, especially as a multi millionaire. He was a crap manager, plain and simple and now he wants us to feel sorry for him for that 😂

[@giannig5684]

@zzzzzzzzz4313 Lol you have some insecurities that need to be looked into. Contact a therapist they can help with those demons that create hate, jealousy and lack of empathy.

[@davidkolar]

@@Phil_Mitchell wow, that is the first time that looser on the internet who is probably sleeping under the bridge comes with a saying that people with money shouldn't feel bad about something. Please show me that you are a poor loser without money and ambition without even saying it, and everyone knows! You must change your perception of the world and money and drop that victim's attitude because it won't help you get anywhere.

[@joeykhan4703]

@@Phil_Mitchell You're a real fool

[@WasLostButNowAmFound]

​@@giannig5684why you commenting on the original comment. You didnt reply to the correct person. 😂

[@Leeyipzo]

As an Evertonian, I absolutely love the man and all he tried to do for the club. He bought in, went balls deep into what the club is about and gave us an identity for a brief period. Club is toxic - rotten to the core - for the last few years, and it was a serious task he took on. Nothing but love from this Everton fan, anyway.

[@Ihsan-vo6uc]

He wasn't but he could be a great manager, no doubt, we had a glimpse of it when hazard left & frank only manage a squad from the academy & manage to finish top 4 to qualify to CL start with frank & ended up winning the CL under tuchel, with an attacking attitude team, that scares even prime klopp liverpool at the time, frank need to manage an underdog team first before manage big clubs, big clubs pressure is high & a lot of interference from the board & big headed players.

[@leonleon2276]

Bro, he was pish. He almost got you relegated. Sure , let’s give sympathy about his outside of work family issues. But just because we feel sorry for someone who has lost a relative, let’s not start lying about stuff. He was terrible at your club like I said almost got you relegated infact if you didn’t sack him you would be in the championship now. Be real pal

[@EFCkingTom]

He’s out of his depth managing at premier league level. I respect what he tried to do at everton but he’s not good enough right now to be successful at that level.

[@berylcraig51]

Agree 100% ... Loved having Frank as our manager ... seeing his celebrations with us at the end of that Palace game will always be an Everton highlight for me ...

[@Leeyipzo]

​@@leonleon2276 Well aware he was out of his depth completely. Basically, I loved what he stood for and what he tried to do at the club. I had some of the best times of my life at the end of the 21/22 season - even though we were absolute dirt - because of the connection he forged with the fans. 100% we'd have been down had those scrotes on the board kept him on last season, absolutely, but what I was trying to say was, I never wanted a manager - or anyone, really - to do well for us more than I did Lampard. I know a lot of fans who feel the same way and won't speak ill of him. When Periera was being mooted to replace that Benitez lad, we all kicked off and wanted Lampard.

[@bazmenko1-cy4ou]

This is such a brilliant interview: honest, thought provoking, human, and from the heart. Touching at times too. A lot of respect to Frank Lampard from a Newcastle fan: he was a top player and always comes across as a top guy. He deserves success as a manager and am looking forward to seeing him bounce back soon into the next job.

[@j28n]

The story of his mother will really make me appreciate life and the people around me more. Frank is a legend of the sport and I'm not afraid of saying this even as a Spurs fan. I have the outmost respect for him.

[@thatguydeco9695]

One of the best of all time for me, I feel he’s underrated when I see debates on him compared to others, maybe because he doesn’t play for Man Utd or Liverpool. If a midfielder scores 20 goals in 1 season it would grab an incredible amount of attention and praise. I think since Lampard consistently did it for 10 seasons, people were desensitised to it and expected it. A Ronaldinho away from a ballon d'orm for a reason and a class act off the pitch. Highest respect for this legend

[@mattyjames7922]

Lampard definitely isn’t underrated. 😂

[@thatguydeco9695]

@@mattyjames7922 considering I see a lot of people downplaying his other abilities and call him just a goalscorer and also he’s been dismissed a lot in premier league all time 11s

[@EvanHighamGray]

@@mattyjames7922 Maybe not by the generations who actually watched him but his reputation is slowly getting tainted by the fact that people only value aesthetics in modern football.

[@johnbroadfoot5148]

Goalscoring, defense, work rate, long ball, weak foot and tricky feet. He had it all.

[@VoiceOfThe]

He’s above Gerrard for me and I support Liverpool. The sheer amount of goals he scored was unbelievable. Gerrard’s an arrogant prick. Never forgotten that bar incident either.

[@ShadowRider-np7sq]

It’s weird to see that our idols are just as human as us. Sometimes we forget they are people and go through the same feeling and pain as all the rest of us. Lamps speaking about his mother just made me realise that I went through the same emotions when my mother died. My mom was only 41 younger than Frank is now. Cherish your loved ones as you never know how long you have with them. Everything else is secondary.

[@DeterminedFC]

lol

[@jmoney8580]

@@DeterminedFCinnit this guy is finished how can you look at another man as your idol/god

[@Jon14722]

Indeed bro

[@myearsgotyouthsystem8802]

Right

[@CristanioPeweyyy]

You are a finished guy bro. Go build a golden statue of Frank next 😂😂😂

[@ToraAnbu]

As a Chelsea fan since childhood, Frank is my absolute hero, it truly pained me everytime he wouldn’t get the results he wanted as a manager. But I hope he knows he is forever engraved as a legend of the game and that he took some of the most difficult jobs in football solely because of his sense of duty and responsibility. Much respect and admiration from me and most importantly, thank you DOAC, for conducting this interview, you’ve earned yourselves a new subscriber.

[@tawAAkul]

When you lose someone you love it's a huge heartache. Doesn't matter if you are a rich footballer we are all human. This reminded me of how I felt when I lost my father. Going to work was just so difficult and the grief is real.

[@brother44444]

It was so touching hearing Lamps talk about his mom. I will never forget that penalty, Super Frank is forever a Chelsea legend.

[@teenageapocalypseusa5368]

An amazing player and human being. Just not cut out to be a manager and that’s ok. Nothing will change our love for him for what he did for Chelsea.

[@philipsidwell5511]

He really should look and do something else

[@johnthomas3090]

Very humble lad. Not a Chelsea fan but really warmed to him. Honest and articulate, wish him well. Great interview. Thank you

[@inkysquid4]

As an Everton fan, we all wanted him to do well, but some of our players really let him down. I do hope he does succeed.

[@barryhughes3290]

Totally agree the players at Everton shoukd be ashamed how they let him down

[@jakubb9498]

He is not top manager.

[@hudson7354]

Succeed ? He is awful and if he wasn’t a great player wouldn’t keep getting these good jobs. I would imagine that no club will employ him now as supporters would be against it. A middle championship team possibly but unlikely

[@4419Jason]

@@hudson7354intelligence isn’t for everyone

[@briani4926]

​@@4419Jasonwhat did he say that's not intelligent, it's fairly obvious that he's not a good football manager

[@Razzrs]

Frank you will forever be a legend. A great mentor and brilliant man, I hope you achieve whatever you want!

[@kiely4561]

Frank has always been a cut above most, a solid human being, I always cheered against him growing up as a Man Utd fan but now I cheer for him.

[@theDlary0fACE0]

☝️👆🏾☝️

[@rumjon]

Disclaimer: Liverpool supporter I’ve always known that he was an intelligent man, and this interview has solidified that view. Both interviewer and interviewee talked so well, and there was a real pleasure listening to this conversation. Anyone who has lost a parent will empathise wholly with Frank, and I wish him the best.

[@nii_amart]

Will forever love this man. He took charge when we were at our worst twice and didn't mind taking the blame while management sorted out the mess behind the scenes. I'm not even 15 mins in and I already love this. True Chelsea Legend right here! 💙

[@tomtaylor92]

Hear, hear!

[@Astevo95]

Lost my mum 18 months ago , she died while being prepared to go into ICU suddenly , I was 26 and the 12 months following were honestly the worst I’ve ever had , everything Frank has said describe my experience perfectly

[@theDlary0fACE0]

☝️👆🏾☝️

[@Dinkysweg]

[@Loverofdaimbars]

❤

[@thabisovuyohlalukana5037]

Interviews like this are so important, we never get to know our hero's enough and these personal interviews give us so much insight and so much understanding into why players were a certain way during particular periods of their lives. I feel like I understand Frank so much more now and this happens with current Chelsea players too where we get their personal interviews and we remember that they are humans too.

[@davewoff8573]

Good interview. I've always liked him. Probably my favourite opposition player in the premier league. I was really pleased he became our manager at Everton as he united a broken club. It was a real shame it didn't work out. Hope he goes on to greater success 💙

[@DeusNyika]

I honestly didn't want this interview to end. Super Frank was a top player and looks like a true gentleman.

[@jaymartinslick]

First time watching this podcast, I must say I really enjoyed it. As a Chelsea fan Frank has always been a legend and now hearing him talk about his personal experiences and life it just makes me respect him more as a human being. Great interview and I’ve definitely subscribed to the channel 👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾

[@philippepalmer2968]

a very intelligent,empathetic and compassionate man and very few former managers do it but giving us a great insight to what its like being a manager behind closed doors without resorted to cliches.The FA are missing a trick here not bringing Frank into their U18 and U21 set ups

[@loucasanastasiou8068]

I remember when Lamps lost his mum and played Liverpool in the champions league soon after. Lots of respect for him at the time as a Liverpool fan, it must been hard for him and he played a great game too!

[@syedhasan4572]

I thought the host looked very familiar, later realised, he is from the dragons den! Very good interview/hosting skill, probably one of the best interview someone took off of Frank.

[@RunMcFly]

Everton fan here. Nothing but love and respect for this man. He's class. Desperately wanted him to succeed not just for our club but for his namesake. He came into our club and became a true, bleed-blue coach and fan. I know he wasn't the best manager by any means, but you can feel his love for the club and frustration behind each loss or short-coming. Sincerely wish him nothing but the best in all his future endeavors. I will always be a fan.

[@juaniblue]

Thanks for everything Frankie! You’re absolutely the greatest Chelsea legend ever. It takes lot of courage and love for the team to come back in the situation you did last season, working with an oversized squad, woefully unfit and untrained players.

[@krazykay9395]

There are very few moment in football that I literally cried. The most I can remember when Frank scored the penalty in 2nd leg UCL against Liverpool and he tribute the goal for his mother that just passed away recently at that time. I lost my mom too 2 years ago and this really hit me again. It’s never easy losing the person you look up the most in your family. I feel ya Frank :(

[@Conroy13]

When I listen to Frank talk about his mom I am so moved. He is truly genuine and heartfelt. I am here now, suffering unthinkable pain from a medical surgery. I can’t do much. Can’t move well and don’t have much energy. And my mom is here for everything. I know how lucky I am and what it means to me. We have all lost important people to us but this week has made me realize how much we neee to cherish what’s here, now. I am so grateful to have her. And I relate so much to franks emotions and pain in that time.

[@igameftw8553]

I’m just glad Frank finally got his send off at the end of the season that he always deserved

[@jnocapmac4783]

What an upstanding, solid, man's man, _Lampard_ is. That saying: _"Jump and the net will appear..."_ Truly touched my soul. *Thank you* for this unexpected, _insightful_ interview.

[@ogarjosephodama1878]

Thanks bro for bringing Lampard. Also the very first time I saw your video I knew this Steve must be a Nigerian in blood ❤ I love you brother

[@jnocapmac4783]

You must be talking about _Steven_ ​@@ogarjosephodama1878such a gem he is. _☝🏼_ 💎

[@sevans606]

What does it mean?

[@jnocapmac4783]

_You don't have to see the whole staircase_ @@sevans606 _just take the first step._ *-Martin Luther King Jr.* _☝🏼_

[@TheShortKnight]

I lost my best friend right around the same time FL8 lost his mum. But seeing him recover and do wonders for Chelsea in that period helped me aim high in life as well. And I did alright. Sadly never until today did I get to hear what he went through. Such an inspiration. Here in India a million boys my age look up to you as a hero. Thank you for your work ethic, long range goals and your sacrifices SuperFrank.

[@bm563]

He’s a forever a Chelsea legend in true Chelsea fans eyes💙🙌

[@StewartFrampton-bg2tv]

Very honest interview , Hard questions answered from the heart , a proper young boy who experienced horrible abuse at the hammers. Worked hard at his game, a dad who is a legend at west ham, worked bloody hard, experienced a great education! A raised my brows when lamps signed for £11m the rest as they say is History. ❤ ❤ We true old timers have seen the legends of the 60s 70s 80s 90 00 11 21 😅 Lamps came because Chelsea is where is ❤ is. My message to you Mr Frank Legend ❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤This is How much we love you❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤From all Chelsea fans supporters everywhere love you, respect to you and your family, ALWAYS IN OUR ❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤

[@andymccreight3175]

Calm down

[@chrissams88888882]

Great watch, really insightful, provided a different view of Frank that isn't just about football. This was interesting to learn more about Frank, the human. As always, well done Steven!

[@philipboyd7692]

I loved Frank as a player and when he came to Everton I was on cloud 9… it didn’t work out in the end but he gave me and my club it’s identity back.. All the best Super Frank🤝💙👍

[@dazren7988]

As someone who stumbled across your channel for the first time randomly, certainly helped by the fact that your guest is an absolute legend, it was not only such an incredible experience to see such a personal side of Frank, but your direction of the conversations was very intelligent and thoroughly entertaining. I look forward to becoming more familiar with your posts, and, of course, seeing where the Career of Frank goes from here.

[@ricksanchez4178]

Lamps forever man, what a champion and a top pro, lots more to come from you Frank! Don’t stop now!

[@nostressdave9933]

One of if not the best football info podcast on KZbin. Frank Lampard destined to be a successful manager. The conversation is so authentic!

[@iCarryBoatsAndTheLogs]

It’s not a football info podcast what are you on about

[@HyperionRed]

One of the best players of his generation, he was constantly battling it out for domestic and international trophies throughout his career and he deserves a lot of respect. I'm not a Chelsea fan, but I've always liked Frank for his attitude and determination on the field, not to mention his goal scoring ability, which, for a midfield player was second to none. To then hear from him about his early years, his struggles, basically what made him into the man he is today was interesting and educating. There's always this unknown about football players, that us football fans don't really get to see, the hidden struggles, that we can't see on a Saturday or Sunday... Wishing you all the best Frank for your future! A really great episode, kudos Steven!

[@notsirt]

I totally understand everything Frank said in regards to losing his mother. I got chills listening to him. I related to every word he said.

[@ashleykent7828]

I was at that Liverpool game, one of the most memorable and emotional moments at a game I've experienced, thank you for everything Frank KTBFFH 💙

[@bazman6322]

Fantastic interview. So proud Frank was part of my club. A true gentleman. A class act. Chelsea/premier league/ England legend .

[@mesolithicman164]

Great guy. Very human, honest and someone that commits 100% to a job. And also brave of his Dad to risk making himself unpopular to help Frank become the man he is today. My admiration for FL has grown.

[@Matt231985uk]

Obviously here because of Frank, but just wanted to say what a world class podcast/interview that was! A really well constructed personal conversation, and Frank looked so at ease talking about some really emotional experiences with you. Frank will always be a Chelsea legend, and although results didn’t go our way last season, I think any fans with common sense can understand the circumstances and lack of mentality from these players and Frank had an impossible task on his hands. Not even Alex Ferguson would have got that lot performing. Good luck with your journey Frank! 🙌

[@haydenalleyne9986]

I am eternally grateful to Steven for brining us authentic insight into the thinking and journey of such amazing people. The outward reflects the inward. Greatness is in the journey not just the outcomes.

[@gsingh5767]

I will never forget Frank’s celebration after scoring and his dad in the stands🕊️

[@abrahamsalazar5783]

What an interview! Frank is a legend for opening up on his mental health during such a tough time.

[@1982pmc]

in tears listening to the part about franks Mum, I lost my mum in my thirties in a similar way and the way he explains it is spot on, it never goes away, its always a struggle

[@Gunner4life34]

Same here, but it feels really nice listening to him talk about it. It's tiring trying to run away from the fact she's no longer there every single day. It's easier to go through the pain again in your mind here and there. I wish you the best, my friend. Lets hope thats the worst life has thrown at us.

[@jon27d]

Awesome interview! Frank Lampard is one of my all time favorite players. Loved hearing him speak on the topics you brought up. Truly a class act

[@nicholasgage2095]

Great interview. It was good to get that insight of what was going on at Chelsea. For a club to be successful at the highest level it has to function from top to bottom. Lampard will always be a legend at Chelsea.

[@bluecarefreeforever]

Fantastic interview and love the way Steven allows the speaker to give a chance to fully express the question. Regardless of being a great footballer and coach, Lampard is a world class human being. His mother’s death story was touching and was real help for me, and many I’m sure, who have to deal with grief.

[@olliedrew1653]

Growing up Lampard was my footballing hero, alongside Terry and Drogba, can’t wait to listen to this!

[@iCarryBoatsAndTheLogs]

As a Chelsea fan I couldn’t thank you enough for getting Super Frank on💙

[@dondappa7637]

I'm an Arsenal fan but all the respect and admiration to Frank lampard what a career and what a gentleman 👏🏾

[@dennisosborne4368]

A lot of people have written him off as a manager but I hope he succeeds. Such a likeable humble intelligent and conscientious guy football needs people with integrity like Frank

[@matthewsmith8727]

He’s been gifted jobs at 3 clubs without earning any of them he’s an awful manager

[@lewisjm8776]

Nice guy, but terrible manager

[@bradleys2987]

Absolutely love these pods 👏🏻 amazing work as usual Steven

[@tehteh25]

this is bound to be one of my all time favorite episodes - I remember being such a fan of his in my team following his playing career, and everything else sadly - it was a golden era but also a sad era at that time Frank is a legend no matter what - to me anyway

[@Obiwandandobi]

Was a fantastic interview and wanted to comment but wasn't really sure what to say. Love Frank, being a Chelsea fan for the last 40 years, and really appreciate how open and humble he is. But the biggest compliment I can give came about when he spoke about his daughters at the end. Frank if my kids grow up to be anything like you and the way you conduct yourself I will be the proudest dad in the world. Good luck in the future and hope you have the managerial career you deserve. And with any luck my kids will be taking me to the Bridge in the future when you're our manager again. 💙

[@unknown10_1]

Steven always asks the right questions and gives his guest ample time to answer the questions, love this podcast

[@KeyforChange]

Love it. Thank you. This channel is changing my life

[@mattchels]

Great interview Steven! Well done for getting Frank in! True legend and gent, really enjoyed that! 🙌🏻🔵

[@Faz0207]

I know very little about football, and barely know who Frank is BUT hearing you speak about your mother's death is putting into words my experience losing my mum that I haven't ever been able to articulate. Incredible interview, thank you.

[@itschoobz8282]

Always a legend. My favourite Chelsea player growing up. Good luck with whatever you decide to do next Lamps, us fans will always follow your career #KTBFFH

[@fraserwebster8761]

Really enjoying this, thank you Steven. I can't believe this content is free. Could you get Charlie Brooker on? I feel like he'd be absolutely fascinating.

[@nerd26373]

We learn great insights from interviews like this. We constantly look forward to see more.

[@wandango5913]

Big respect Frank, great open interview. Class act, good luck in the future. From a Lifelong Liverpool fan YNWA

[@bellastaffypearmapearman2666]

Great player. As a spurs fan I have total respect for him. Always had banter at the lane. Wish he'd been a yiddo.❤

[@vents82]

Forever a chelsea legend and always will be in the true fans hearts and for that i wish you all the best in your future endeavours

[@alexmelli8253]

Great questions. I’ve seen lots of Lampard interviews but he’s really thought through the questions. The Frank Lampard of podcasters. Superb.

[@hodgkissnick79]

What a great interview. You are a class act Frank. Forget the football side what shines through is your a humble, classy human being. A touching interview.

[@TheCuratedWay]

Had the pleasure of meeting my idol frank the day after we won the champions league in 2021 at the goat in chelsea. Me any my friend were only going down fulham road for celebrations (their were none) we took the wrong turn and ended up seeing him across the road at the goat in chelsea. Couldn’t believe it. They say don’t meet your idols, boy could they be more wrong! Thanks Super Frank - incredible episode, could listen to this man speak for hours!

[@Rosedale153]

Whatever you make of this guys managerial success, he’s just such a good and real bloke. He just seems very open and honest. I respect him massively.

[@3rspostmatchinteractivefoo540]

Another great episode. I had lost touch with DOAC of late but coming back online, i've seen the quality go to another level and Steven Bartlett is truly eeking out improvements episode after episode. Loved the Frank bit where he said you have the moments where you think about death and there is nothing. At 52 i thought i was the only one who had thought like that.

[@D0NDIDO]

As a Chelsea fan I have been waiting for this day forever

[@deanoreilly2013]

I know Frank wont see this but I just want to thank him for being someone to admire when I was a kid growing up through that wonderful time at the club, I never really understood why an agreement was made to keep you for another couple of seasons i thought for everything you gave to the club you deserved have the chance to finish out your playing career there. You came back twice when the club wanted you both under very difficult circumstances and it would have been easier to say no especially after tye first season at Derby but you came to our rescue twice. Your the ideal role model for young players good ethics not only on the pitch but off it too. Always be a true blue and I hope you get your chance at a club that will give you the time to prove what we can see is there especially from his first run in the chelsea job but just needs time to prefect it.

[@kevindoodle2891]

Well done Frank. I’ve always enjoyed you as a footballer, saw you as an angry manager but a great man. Wow you had me in tears when you spoke about your mother. There is something about a mother’s love.Thank you for sharing that, I wish you and your family all the best. For what it’s worth I’m an Arsenal fan.

[@DogstarGaming]

Fantastic interview! Thanks to everyone involved 👍🏼

[@alessandrocampetti2699]

great insight, Lampard has been such an inspiration for me over the years and alongside Terry and Drogba, the reason I began to love Chelsea. The loss of Frank's mother and the way he coped through the pain has helped me with my own loss of my father. Hope management really takes off for him soon, great man and so deserving of success

[@ricardoblue5436]

Frank is a top bloke. A gentleman and a Chelsea legend. He'll be a great manager in the future. Who knows, maybe return to Chelsea one day! COYB