Football - Violence - Prison - Joey Barton Tells His Story

[@JamesEnglish]

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[@Leo-dr4qm]

Mention Steve pope to him

[@superflyguy526]

Thanks my nearest Fireaway pizza gaff is 1.6 miles away : ) I know what I am eating for dinner on Friday ; )

[@bobzman]

Respect Mr barton i was born in the 80s on council estate ROUGH AND READY IN MANCHESTER was in city's academy under Alex Williams ex Pro at Sheffield Wednesday still at City 2 this day and he was only coach to tell me I had more ability than anything he had seen b4 the only coach who realised i finished every training drill first so I could get home b4 my dad did and knock fuck out of my mum

[@James-t5h7y]

I watched this to give joey cheek left with respect for the man

[@nicksummerscales9934]

Love him or loathe him, one of the best podcasts I’ve listened to for sometime! Quality…👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻

[@JamesEnglish]

👍🏼

[@peterhildreth3545]

@jamesEnglish absolute legend all your work is great all different people from different walks of life,love it and merry Xmas to your and your family mate x

[@adamstallwood7935]

without fail, one of the best podcasts i have ever watched and that takes some doing. Joey is on of those blokes that is hated for having an attitude and opinion a vast majority agree with but are too pc to show. Top bloke. Great watch. Thanks James

[@markburke6094]

Love the way James just let him go, then brought him back to the topic when needed. Solid interviewing

[@gregjenkins7014]

When did he bring him back? 😂

[@tommymuldoon5073]

I'm 33 years old and watched football since a young age and obviously knew the stories like everyone else did about joey Barton, but after watching this I can say my opinion is not what it was! What a top man! Great podcast 👍🏼

[@keirhunter6470]

I've waited my whole life to meet a bloke on my level, and until I meet joey that still stands, I worshipped him at Newcastle and as proud geordie and still do what a bloke man

[@briansmith2328]

You need to sort out your priorities

[@youknownada2326]

Barton could have spoke non stop for another 6 hours. 😂😂. Brilliant podcast yet again James. 👍

[@JamesEnglish]

And the rest lol thanks pal

[@NorthernAnt]

Barton can talk for England 🎉

[@azmclovin4141]

4 hour’s and no timestamps is criminal

[@theblueboygaming]

Knew a fella who trained whiston juniors (where gerrard an Barton an a few more came from) and he said the club was struggling financially and he tried to get in touch with gerrard to see if he could do any sponsorship to help out never got a reply. 1 day joey Barton drives past while the fella was training the kids an ye stopped came over spoke to guy for 20 minutes he told him about the struggles they had he said he’d help out then he took his suit shoes off rolled his pants into his socks an asked if he could have a kick about by the end he knew every kids name I know he’s got a bad name an has done some dodgy shit 😂but can’t knock that respect him for ot

[@Mr___X]

4 and a half hours of Joey Barton. That should count as community service or something.

[@edwardanderson2717]

😂👌

[@daveprice8179]

😂😂😂😂

[@dopelyrics6223]

😂😂😂

[@arden6665]

😂😂

[@MrDunkyg]

And 57 seconds of James trying to get the odd word in.

[@davidwilson8388]

Amazing and insightful, best podcast I’ve heard in years, 4hours! I could of listened for 6!

[@kennethholroyd3588]

Obviously no brain.

[@DJG1279]

Absolutely loved this one James I know it’s a while ago but I really enjoyed the honesty and openness of our lad! Fair play to him I think he could be a serious manager

[@The_wolf2885]

The best edition of the podcast I’ve seen, great watch

[@JamesEnglish]

👍🏼

[@benmccomb2783]

Funny how you can formulate opinions of someone just through what you read in the media and online. Thoroughly enjoyed listening to Joey here, talks a lot of sense and we share the same values and opinions of the world. Superb.

[@tmilsted]

Timestamps would have been helpful James on a 4 and a half hour podcast

[@maxfrasier]

Yes !

[@Berry-fr5wj]

First world problems 😂 ffs

[@deancurson1345]

One of the best podcasts ever, really enjoyed it and jb is intriguing.

[@eltel4397]

Just goes to show in all walks of life rich poor we have problems . I come from Liverpool the bully in town working class yet my daughter went on to be a barrister in London you can do or be anything you want to be if you put your mind to it . This got to be best podcast I seen I watch it again brilliant story well done boss

[@AndyArmstrong88]

Brilliant podcast as always James mate. Wasn’t initially a fan of Barton but after listening to him he was just a genuine working class man from Liverpool 👍

[@MrChipz900]

“You think I lost my head there don’t ya, that’s the common misconception” as he describes a scene where he completely lost his head, kicked someone up the arse, got sent off and then tried to fight several opposing players. Another case of everyone else getting it wrong.

[@jaywilson2244]

“Treat people how you like to be tret” Joey Barton 1:13:40 Or tread on people how they like to be tretted is maybe some kind of equivalent?

[@MrChipz900]

@@jaywilson2244 honestly, some of the quotes. Describing his cousin and brother ramming a axe into someone’s heads as fisty cuffs. Saying it wasn’t his fault he stubbed a cigar out in someone’s eye, they turned their eye into it. Describes himself as a staunch socialist from a Labour stronghold…but loves the hierarchical nature of football, characterised by “the best players getting paid the most” 😂

[@jaywilson2244]

It’s brutal. Some kind of excessive narcissism mixed with psychotic delusion.

[@johngriffiths6742]

​@@MrChipz900you've totally misrepresented what he has said. In the words of Joey, a proper ball bag you are there lad.

[@MrChipz900]

@@johngriffiths6742 🤣 ok maaaate. Did he not elbow Tevez in the ribs to get sent off? Do you think that’s the actions of someone that hasn’t lost their head?

[@csdvideouk]

I love how frequently Joey references stamp collecting as an elite level pursuit.

[@Mrsusan1000]

I thought stamping on his mrs was his hobby

[@dennywilliams5897]

😂

[@simonthompson4402]

Speaks really well, very underrated footballer, brilliant career, behind all the stories etc he Seems a good lad to me.

[@StephenScales-hl9eu]

Without doubt, the best interview I have listened to in a long long time!

[@the-gman7797]

Just couldnt stop watching this,didnt really watch much of JB when he played only heard the crap in the media but this podcast I found him to be a sound knowledgeable man. Top guy and i wish him all the luck in the world,after watching this I feel like I know him hahaaha

[@bighairywheel]

Such a truly realised and awakened spirit! Loved this! ❤️

[@kennethholroyd3588]

Get real grow up and watch curling, or maybe support the post office bosses, both talking bollocks.

[@xCLUNKx]

​@kennethholroyd3588 you're really a gobshite old man

[@sunfire2354]

What a great interview James. Absolutely love Joeys story, I've read his book and it's just as good. Some real good podcasts you got going james , keep up the hard work man 💪👊

[@ryu4045]

This was by far the best episode I have listened to. Cheers James and Joey!

[@RoadsideGee]

Just in case you missed it the 876th time - joey is ‘rough and ready’ And all his family and the estate he’s from 😂😂

[@minnielee3399]

30:26 I remember swapping World Cup football stickers at school too.😄

[@stehunt1472]

It's one of the best podcasts you have done, if not the best James. Well educated Joey

[@wayneh71]

Compared to what?

[@johngriffiths6742]

​@@wayneh71you'd presume his other podcasts as its stated its one of his best podcasts?

[@wayneh71]

@@johngriffiths6742 it was in relation to the ‘well educated Joey’

[@seanyrobbo1]

​@@wayneh71a walnut

[@MichelleDillon-gz4tg]

The power of the grandparents from both parents is a blessing and definitely works in families

[@AlphaHaul]

For all of the negativity surrounding this man over the years I felt like I wouldn’t give him the steam of my piss but having watched this podcast found him to be quite a revelation! Very candid interview and comes across as humble , yes got himself into a trouble at various stages but at least he owns it . A well conducted interview , great the way James pulls him back on subject . Well done James another one you’ve nailed keep up the good work 🔥

[@williampearson7186]

If you believe that then I worry for you!!! He’s a scumbag

[@westynufc90]

I thought he was a cannon when he signed for Newcastle. He was a cannon but also a decent player

[@KentJamed]

Top fellow best pod cast ever

[@GrantT974]

Loved joey when he played for us at Newcastle, always followed him since he left. Massive respect for taking a stand against Mike Ashley.

[@malcolmwain3451]

James asks him questions and he goes off on such a tangent without actually answering the question.

[@oneetmg1743]

I swear to god I struggle wit similar conversational traits 😂. Maybe we, me and joey, need more help 😂😂

[@mancityfan45]

I find his audiobook no nosense a great inspiration. A go to, when times are hard, a re check on my sanity when people try and attack my principles he speaks of this and how over time , he has learnt to deal with these people hopefully better. Not ashamed to admit to his mistakes. For many years I've been meaning to write to him and thank him personally.

[@CCCoNeTiMe]

🤣🤣🤣

[@tessa7582]

I hope you are joking, for your family’s sake.

[@heners_g]

@@tessa7582 Go read it

[@Disc0infern088]

On a 4.5 hour train journey. Perfect podcast to keep me entertained!

[@paulharrison5781]

Enjoyed the full podcast Was a bit of a hot head as a young man as we all were You can see the maturity that he has gained with experience and age know his dad joe senior a fantastic man and friend Loved that you have had the opportunity to tell your story 👍👏

[@maxbusby239]

"what the fa don't realise I'm far more dangerous out the game than it".... Joey said that!! Haha

[@TrumpRFC]

One of the best podcast I have seen...ever outstanding

[@bigmalcvids]

Well done,both of you What a Pod-Cast,I don’t really do pod casts(at 64 it takes me all my time to go to the bog let alone work this bloody I-Pad) …but ended up watching it all until 2am 😀I am now a fan.,of both of you👊👏👍⚽️🤝

[@fullywaved2859]

Top interview, respect James & Joey👊👊👊

[@JamesEnglish]

Thanks

[@WelshOwl1867]

Amazing podcast. Joey speaks really well and has a fascinating story

[@jackgreen9330]

If anyone wants to know the actual story of what Joey disgusting describes as a ‘scrap’… A 17 year old black boy had just left CHURCH and was standing waiting for a bus outside a pub in a majority white area. Joey’s brother was standing outside the pub and shouted racist abuse at the boy and told them to fuck off somewhere else. The kid then waked to another bus stop to leave the situation, but joeys brother and cousin then got in their car, drove after them, got out, then beat the kid up and smashed him over the head with joey’s brothers axe. Then then got on a plane to Amsterdam to escape the authorities, before returning five days later when they were arrested. For Joey to say his brother ‘lost’ 17 years of his life is disgusting, and he also lied saying the cousin decided to bring an axe, when it was his brother’s axe and it happened because his brother wanted more from an innocent boy who just wanted to get the bus home after church.

[@BennyBlanco481]

That story is half made up. The lad hadn’t left church, he was with his girlfriend and cousin. The ice axe wasn’t his brothers it was his cousins.

[@garyhart1612]

Alot of people from huyton don't believe this was a racist attack but rather a fight that got out of hand. They had a fight prior to that night and this was the second round but more people got involved

[@garyhart1612]

@@badaba243 case closed then mate after reading that rhyme

[@ÆthelwulfOfNordHymbraLand2333]

Indigenous English people can't be 'racist.' Stop being a sanctimonious nerk.

[@lad4702]

Sorry jack but thats just, not true 👍 .... (lets pretend they had been to church) ... the closest chuch is on st marys road, huyton bus station is not even 2min up the road from there, so why would they walk the OPERSIT WAY from the bus station (back down st johns road and PAST a bus stop outside the church), just to get a bus going back the opersit way? 🤨 Plus that "huyton huyton 2-dogs fighting" is from a book by "john o'neill" that came out in the 1960s and isnt anything to do with "race" 🤦‍♂️

[@kanereid4977]

People think I'm mad when I tell them I looked up to Barton as a player I liked his no nonsense attitude that's why I like him and Roy Keane respect

[@garyleech-e3y]

What a fantastic podcast. Bravo Joey and James. Greetings from Oz !

[@ForgottenFiguresx]

2 hours and 15 mins in and Joey has answered like 4 questions. Right around the houses to answer a question 😂

[@KeinanNFFC]

Not my favourite person but he's always a fascinating listen and this was no different. Imagine he's the kind of person who would do absolutely anything for his friends/family, but equally, you wouldn't want to get on the wrong side of him either!

[@ActionGT77]

a good bloke then

[@michaeldyer9738]

Wow mind blown… fair play joey best podcast I've watched love it

[@JamesEnglish]

👍🏼

[@shaunhighway3090]

430 hours of joey barton, definetly worth a watch, cannot beat a realist who says it as it is, Great podcast 👌👌

[@Thatmanfox]

If think this guy is a realist then you need to get out into the world and meet some more people. 👍

[@Mr___X]

430 hours?! That's not just community service, that's worthy of an OBE at least!

[@jackieboy3968]

"Says it as it is". Christ.

[@xCLUNKx]

​@@Thatmanfoxhe's great

[@iantobrewer3896]

Brilliant episode. Really insightful

[@M.C.F.C]

None of us are perfect and clearly Joey's had his issues, but it takes a big man to admit his wrongdoings and make efforts to improve. He's a different person now, so the negative comments on here might be a bit harsh. He's matured, humbled, intelligent and clearly cares about family and other peoples feelings now. The outrageous act of his brother should have no bearing on him. I wish Joey all the best. Good Podcast James.

[@johngriffiths6742]

Well said Sir. For too many people seem incapable of allowing someone to change & evolve. Instead of listening to what someone says, they instead ignore it so they won't have to question or change their initial opinion, even if formed years ago. This very point is even brought up in the interview, how people will comment, regardless of if they've even listened to the interview or just made up their opinion based on seeing the name alone.

[@James_Doyle83]

He should stop being mean to other people if he can't take it back

[@charliec1712]

Ngl I watched joey Barton all through my childhood and thought he was a Londoner 😂

[@beseeingyou9120]

"Phenomenal footballer" also translated as "James blowing smoke"

[@murdock6450]

Look forward to Joeys podcast now.. a real good talk and old school bringing up like me and my muccas.

[@andrewdougan]

Had a great taste in music, cant be bothered with football, good work james english 😊

[@MyScotty7]

Ye know what i love about James English even though hes gone ballistic in the podcast world he still has the time and effort to read the comments and reply to people. Class!

[@JamesEnglish]

Thanks pal

[@jayc1140]

Unbelievable bit where Barton said he didn’t wanna do ‘Who do you think you are’ cause they’ll find a Jack the Ripper type in his family, considering what his brother is banged up for…

[@SphericallyChallenged]

Joey and his brother are two separate people, I think you might be struggling with this, numb nuts.

[@seanyrobbo1]

And cousin

[@Mrsusan1000]

Yeah they wouldn’t have needed to do much research 😂

[@sbaby-kg8hn]

His racist evil brother got parole unfortunately

[@JordanBis-dt9vc]

Around 2 hrs 40 James asks Joey what happened with that QPR incident and he just goes off on something completely unrelated 😂😂

[@jamiepearce8489]

Great podcast thanks slot guys !!

[@JamesEnglish]

👍🏼

[@mu6qy]

If people dont agree with Joey Barton being on then dont watch it. Its called anything goes ffs.

[@paddysmith461]

people can have their own opinions

[@matt81169]

You don't have to like someone to watch them either 👍

[@solivagant1170]

Why not? Are people not allowed to voice their opinion?

[@BrendanDoyle98]

Agreed, I’m not his biggest fan myself but I’m not complaining he’s on a podcast

[@mu6qy]

@ezo2161 not really, as people are trying to get the podcast taking down and putting pressure on him on social media to remove it. That's who my comment was aimed at.

[@jamesarney358]

Joey completely took over this interview. He’s got an interesting story but he waffled a lot

[@dennywilliams5897]

That's the best pod cast I've watched so far 10/10 👏

[@jameskilburn2271]

What a changed man great to see a lad i grew up with an competed against throughout my childhood make something of himself. You can take the boy out of huyton but you can never take the dog out the boy. Well done Joey keep going mate 🙏🏻👊🏻👊🏻

[@TheMakD86]

Top podcast. Joey should be allowed to speak all day 💯

[@mrmikethomas]

Seems like a top bloke Joey Barton - I take people as I find them & he seems like whatever he did in his past he’s grown & matured into a great guy. Great insightful & interesting interview James ! 👏

[@jordanveighey6935]

That was banging man proper heavy 🔥👌🏻🔥👌🏻🔥

[@JamesEnglish]

👍🏼

[@markholt2835]

And i thought the misses could talk 😂

[@Fee212]

😂 Hahahahaha 😂

[@danielstan3345]

Great Man great interview,thanks.

[@danielt8960]

I remember JB playing and a lot of the stuff the British tabloids had written at the time, so my negative opinion of him was based on that. BUT he actually seems like a decent fella with good morals when I listen to what he says. Thanks James, I really enjoyed this one, one of the best.

[@JamesCM86]

Calling a racially motivated MURDER ‘a scrap’ is disgusting.

[@DanishBacon555]

Glad to see the bbc have picked up on this. What an absolute scumbag him & his family are

[@DC42087]

Did they attack him because he was black?

[@chrisdean9585]

Yes.

[@renegademaster8270]

Who told u it was a racially motivated attack u fool the media

[@stantier2865]

they chased a schoolboy through a park and killed him in cold blood because he was black@@DC42087

[@thomasmaxwell2639]

One of my favourite players when he played for Newcastle. What a guy!

[@Neil-vb3ht]

Good interview James. A lot of people may not like him but its all about hearing from all different types of people. Love your footy related pods

[@jonm4763]

Brilliant podcast like him or not joey is a working class success story a product of his environment made good nice to see how he has developed over the years seems to have a good mindset now particularly towards bringing others on in life

[@lukecarpenter7011]

He was recently arrested for beating up his wife

[@jamiecrottyEFC]

Just couldn’t stop listening to this, had two flights in one day, and had this on every second in the air, he’s a divisive figure, but Barton comes across well in this, a hard working professional

[@johngriffiths6742]

Agreed, an interesting listen. But you have to remember that in the modern world, everyone is perfect & hasnt made any mistakes. No one is allowed to be given another chance & to change & grow from the person they were in the past. Once a judgement on someone they don't know has been made, even if 15+ years ago, then this can't change as if it is then it shows nothing but weakness. And should anyone divert from the proscribed stereotype that is allotted them, then they are a wrong 'en.

[@andrewallan5090]

"Seen them go the colour of boiled shite" 😂😂😂

[@jamesmurphy9914]

I used to think he was an absolute bell end. But after reading his book and hearing him talk he's just a human with many flaws like the rest of us.... People in these comments are quick to judge but he's a product of his environment and many given his hand would not have made to do what he did

[@Cityzen567]

Product of his environment- what a load of tosh! Plenty of people come from his background who don’t became violent, nasty bullies! Was his murderer brother a product of his environment as well?

[@tigershrew1]

Brilliant....love listening to him he's spot on ...loved his audiobook to

[@markbucko2833]

I love this podcast James right up there with the best mate nice one

[@ganz7ful]

I never thought I'd say this but Joey Barton, he speaks about my upbringing - apart from the footie talent: I was shite at footie but could do a good 100m race. I'm a Spaniard, Latvian and English - WTF lol! Love you man!

[@CarReviewMaster]

I lived on the same road as him went through the same up bringing and played with him and his mates and I’m 3 years younger than him. Never managed to get into footy but managed to get out of the johns and lead a good life away from all the shit

[@jonathangault3335]

No wonder they Try to Cancel Joey....Love his honesty....This world is fucked when people like Joey are HATED....Thank you James and Joey

[@carlallsopp4278]

@James, I thoroughly enjoyed that and please get him on for a part 2.

[@JamesEnglish]

👍🏼

[@christinewilson2348]

@@JamesEnglish brilliant podcast ...guy was no saint ,but he played at the TOP ...

[@mattyclough6717]

Brilliant listen , loved him when he was at Newcastle !!

[@JamesEnglish]

👍🏼

[@Diggs355]

Just goes to show how the media form your minds never judge a book by its cover I hold my hands up ! All the stuff I heard about this bloke I didn’t really have much time for him. But listening to him top bloke made it and seems like a top bloke well done 🙏🏻

[@rsmith2080]

Great watch that! Never knew half the stuff about when he was at rangers as it was brushed under the carpet at the time, totally get why you’d be pissed off! Standards should always be high

[@mrdoor2501]

I judged joey over the years purely from the media and I didn't really like him but this podcast was awesome, I understand joey personality now and I have friends like him which are great people. The media made him out to be like the devil but in fact he a no nonsense passionate sportsman. New joey Barton fan now. 💪😎

[@kennethholroyd3588]

Grow up, you talk bollocks also!!!!

[@markburke6094]

The part where he goes to France is the most I’ve laughed at a podcast in a long time.

[@paulchristie463]

Outstanding interview from James and joey

[@philipezra8671]

The irony of his last point is very profound. The gravestones…. He referred to Paul Taylor as the best and most talented finisher he’s ever seen. Yet Antony’s family would have another impression.

[@saladwalad4849]

Seeing this an realising disgusting downplay of the racist ambush his brother an "former cousin" did is shameful

[@Scouse.Malinois]

Who gives a fuck? Wasn't him who done it was it. He doesn't have to even acknowledge it. The actions of your cousin have got zero to do with you

[@RIPSIRJIMMYSAVIILE]

Former cousin what's one of them I got 22 cousins not sure any of them are former

[@hacktheplanet.]

Not arsed.

[@robwood8331]

Shut up you've been brainwashed by Jews your whole life

[@sleepwalker6825]

Keep James listening while Joey's mates pinch His Wheels lol Only Kidding Great podcast Really Enjoyed it

[@samdub]

I don’t even like football and listened to the full thing! Amazing career and life, fair play!

[@JamesEnglish]

👍🏼

[@ramocon]

He’s very articulate and good storyteller. The big nose story is great. Can’t believe it’s the same person who assaulted his own team mates

[@dannyboihenson]

Goes off on a tangent every question

[@owenroberts6760]

I’m a scouser new about Joey Barton but he seems like a proper genuine fella .. good to hear his story 👌🏻

[@James_Doyle83]

Ha ha lies

[@niallmaca5670]

Another own goal from James English. Sleep with dogs and you get fleas.

[@JamesEnglish]

Lol shut up

[@DanishBacon555]

@@JamesEnglishshameful that you use these people for views on your channel. Barton is a lowlife scumbag.

[@aestheticsbyjasmine940]

​@JamesEnglish have to say he's right. Anthony was brutally murdered like an animal just for being black and you have joey Barton minimising it

[@niallmaca5670]

@JamesEnglish lol? Don't think Anthony Walker's family are finding this funny. You are a pure disgrace. No bar too low for you. This on the back of trying to give Daniel Kinahan a platform to attempt a whitewash.

[@prideoflanarkshireMotherwellFC]

​@@JamesEnglishhilarious, everyone going nuts yet guaranteed this podcast does a million views 😂 keep up good work 👍

[@underradar7121]

Belter of a podcast, joey is a top lad

[@JamesEnglish]

Thanks

[@johnnysimpson5385]

brilliant podcast

[@JamesEnglish]

Thanks

[@Joseph-dr5tz]

Joey was on the BBC Question Time talking politics a few years ago...I kid you not

[@Jamie-uj4br]

He talks more sense than all politicians! I believe you

[@RO-eb7tx]

Drinking game - stub a cigar out in your eye each time he says the words ‘rough and ready’

[@Rodders0223]

James keeping up his track record of interviewing absolutely sociopaths.