Snooker legend Jimmy White tells his story

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Snooker legend Jimmy White tells his story.
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[@adriannorthyorks.470]

One of the best so far, Jimmy, what a genuine bloke. You could tell the way he started quizzing you about drugs and gambling, he was genuinely interested, not up his own arse like so many.

[@AG-wr6gv]

Could you imagine the scenes for every bloke aged 35 -75, if the Whirlwind came back and won a world title. That would be GOAT like status. Great interview James - top guy Jimmy.

[@Acid_Techno_Monk]

been a long wait

[@johnp515]

Can you imagine if Elvis came back to life and danced the hokey jokey, that would blow everyone’s minds

[@iloveesr]

Well, he did win the Seniors World Championship

[@donovanreimer2324]

Best Jimmy interview ever. So candid and interesting for all us longtime fans. The artful dodger.

[@annabelleharris1264]

OMG… this is amazing …Jimmy White is a true legend of the snooker world.

[@paleshelter4002]

Yas!

[@ZeeMatrix]

I love his honesty, most people would hide the stories of smoking crack and so on but Jimmy is a real person, no bull sh#t .

[@dgomez8015]

The first step to getting out of any addiction is to admit you have a problem.

[@gohumberto]

What a superb interview. Jimmy is so open, warm and very perceptive. So glad he made it through.

[@peaceatlast2684]

Jimmy is just a Smasher on every level. We love him here in Ireland, a true Gentleman his family must be so proud of him.

[@briancarr3955]

Just watched fking brilliant 👏

[@EannaButler]

Big ups for the main man Jimmy from another Irish fan!

[@tanscot1]

A very humble, down to earth guy. Keep coming back to this interview because of it

[@RuREnnis]

Love it, we love him in Dublin

[@alancraigie7951]

James, I've never seen Jimmy White interviewed before unless it's been about a snooker match he's just finished. What a really nice guy he is. James as I keep saying TV must be on the horizon. Keep the interviews coming.👍👍👍🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿

[@Delphiwizard]

He really is, i had the pleasure to meet him twice and he's always open to have a chat with, picture, signature etc. One of my favourite humans out there really.

[@markdeegan4113]

Jimmy has brought so much joy to so many people. He was and is my childhood hero.

[@davidrobinson2776]

This is probably the best interview I've seen with Jimmy. I think he sensed from word go he was talking to a kindred spirit and opened up. I'm 54 and have worshipped Jimmy White since 1982. Him and Alex were my heroes. The thing about Jimmy was he was and still is, a gentleman. The number of times he called a foul on himself the referee hadn't seen was astonishing. Not many players would do that these days.

[@arthurmckeown7709]

Absolutely phenomenal guest. Jimmy is just about the most interesting interviewee in sport imo. Can't wait to watch this.

[@neiljameson2145]

Amazin interview.. Both of you spoke from the heart and it was great to listen to.. Well done lads 👍👍

[@scottishjohnInTexas]

Me too, love Jimmy.

[@frazerward367]

Just finished this on Spotify. Had to jump on and say this was brilliant. A dont even really like snooker lol but what a podcast and what a guy. Pure honesty. Brilliant keep them coming James.

[@weSnooker]

The only non snooker world champion you can class as a world champion. Absolute legend!

[@RayDaley]

😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂

[@stevecheetham7436]

Legend

[@NorthernAnt]

James really has tapped into something here. He is getting guests in (legends) that EVERYONE else is overlooking. Just when you think you know how this podcast is playing out he brings out Jimmy White!!! James English you legend

[@KarlHamilton]

Get a room

[@NorthernAnt]

@@KarlHamilton haha I wish he looks too good for me now with his new teeth!🤣

[@KarlHamilton]

@@NorthernAnt 🤣🤣🤣🤣

[@tanscot1]

I know! Right?? No one else is doing this...

[@garysalmon2933]

@@NorthernAnt 😊

[@Fontaine_de_Can]

A true gentleman. He’s been my snooker hero always. This interview has made me like him even more. ❤

[@Tor010]

I felt this mans pain losing all those finals, i watched them all as a kid & was always rooting for Jimmy. .... i think everyone else was in the end

[@chrisolagrim3597]

Match fixer.

[@dannyH84]

@@chrisolagrim3597 what you chatting about u child porn victim

[@serdaragirbas7487]

Such a down to earth man! Humble and genuine. Comes to our local family cafe, always a pleasure to have him in. Jimmy you the best 👊💯❤

[@languageoffootball]

So many interviews with Jimmy don’t delve deep enough. This is possibly the best interview he’s given and a large part of that was your superb interview style and emotional intelligence. Hope you do another with him when he retires.

[@18paulFatboy75]

Loved watching Jimmy as a young lad growing up and what an honest bloke he truly is a legend 👏

[@chrismundy3201]

Loved Jimmy growing up, and cried everytime he lost the world final

[@slayer5097]

He'll win it next year don't worry 😢

[@kennethhodges3187]

Excellent interview with arguably the most loved Snooker player of them all!

[@becksarmour9922]

This podcast James was the best no1, what a legend what a great guy... Absolutely loved this podcast my fav one....💯💖💯

[@glassman1553]

Thanks Guys That was heart felt and heart warming ,had a smile on my face all the way through ❤️ Jimmy White what a gentleman and a true legend. Honest and as great as they come ,you can’t fake that. God Bless 🙏🏼

[@craig0101]

Amazing is the whirlwind White. Looking forward to this on James pal. 🙏💙

[@ronhilscochrane3870]

What a lovely down to earth guy wish him the best thanks James another great podcast .

[@nickharmer3049]

What an inspirational interview James. Jimmy is my age & it's great to see we're all the right side of our addictions & still have the zest to win. Jimmy competing & trying to win in the top tournaments is amazing. Props to you brother. Bless up 👊

[@demetrisayla]

Absolutely brilliant Interview. Real, honest and Frank talking by both James and Jimmy. One of the best I've watched.

[@JackMcLeodJr]

Not only an all time great in the sport but a very genuine, nice fella all-round. The man has certainly lived and its great the fire is still there and he has goals still, always good to see in anybody. Jimbo you establish a great rapport with these legends you have on mate, great banter but genuine chemistry and empathy also. Keep up the good work mate.

[@danedwadd62]

I reckon he still is an all time great

[@JackMcLeodJr]

@@danedwadd62 Yeah me too mate.

[@ianh6930]

By far the most relaxed interview youve eveer done.. Bonced of each other in conversation so so well.. True Legend is Jimmy.. so Honest.. Top Job James..

[@nipperparr6709]

I'm 51 and in my time, Jimmy was one of the most loved sports personality of my time, along with Jimmy's pal Alex Higgins , people who never watched snooker started watching these two extraordinary players , I have an addict personality and I will be fighting it for the rest of my life and it's great to see people discussing their addictive personality and how they are fighting it because we all have different ways of dealing with it andJames and Jimmy are two peas in a pod and a lifelong friendship has just started right there God bless you both!

[@KRS-007]

What a lovely human being Jimmy is. James - that was a masterclass interview. Well done fella.

[@MorningtonCrescent]

Fantastic questions. Clearly prepared and actually listens and responds to Jimmy. Such a natural conversation.

[@Creativesnooker]

What a an awesome interview, two great people being so honest too, a breath of fresh air

[@mickdarcy4956]

The energy on this podcast was brilliant. Fair play to James and Jimmy, one of my favorites

[@Knocker958]

Brilliant James really enjoy your podcasts- grew up on Jimmy White playing snooker, loved him absolute legend. Great interview👍👍

[@scottinglis6456]

Aww man, what an interview. Jimmy seems like an absolute gem. Great that he still has so much passion for his snooker and believes he can win big again - I really hope he does.

[@zakyzakono8086]

Awesome interview! Jimmy is one of the coolest guys EVER! Other guys won more titles than him, but he won 100 times more hearts! My favorite moment is (weirdly non-snooker), when he and Alex played against Bobby Hunter & Mike Massey in 1995 in the Mosconi Cup. I could watch this match every evening with a glass of beer. Anyway... just one thing to say to the producers - please, compress the s*** out of this those microphone signals. When he gets away from the mic, the voice level drops - 30% ...

[@MrMarkchennells]

Fuck me, what a brilliant interview! Loved every second. Always loved Jimmy, James brings out the best in interviews because he's struggled with his own demons and people open up and can relate to him. You can tell they are more than happy to speak about the shit times as well as the good ones. Awesome x

[@JamesEnglish]

👍🏼❤️

[@deborahkent7151]

Loved this interview!…Jimmy is genuine and honest…he has had his demons! And battled them….(like a lot of us)…so glad he’s back playing snooker and commentating! have a gut feeling of who a good guy is…and Jimmy is one of them 👍

[@jonnymartin1158]

This just popped up on my recommended watch and if I’m being honest, it’s one of the best interviews I’ve seen for a very long time! The interviewer had a great rapport with Jimmy and brought out the best version of him. Can’t wait to look back through older interviews of James English, keep up the great work!

[@brendanhanney7812]

One of the best ones so far they both just clicked conversation flowed 👌

[@ianthomas1060]

He is my snooker hero since I was a kid. I was a Jimmy fan, my Bro a Steve fan. He is the reason I have made a few 100 breaks. One of my real hero's.

[@amazingworld8592]

Never seen Jimmy open up like this. Amazing interview! Love the fact that he still thinks he’s got winning tournaments in him. Legend !

[@hypnotic247]

Every addict should watch this, so many great interactions between you both. Some high profile guests and your'e getting the best interviews they've ever given, great work.

[@kieranc2]

Absolutely loved Jimmy as a kid proper interesting to hear his story 25 years on! Thanks for bringing the best variety of guests to the show week in week out 👍🏻

[@dwestwood4]

What a lovely guy Jimmy White is! So glad he’s come through it all x

[@Jonesylad142]

One of the best interviews I have ever seen, James is a brilliant interviewer and so refreshing to see someone who doesn't constantly interrupt the guest, top man !!

[@kathb5678]

Met this bloke had a decent conversation with him, outstanding man with an amazing talent 👌💯

[@jhhousemedia731]

Phenomenal interview James, and Jimmy's lovely personality together with his honesty, shone like a blinding beacon. With your permission, I'd like to run this interview on my radio station next week. All the best James, James Henry House

[@nonnayoubuzinnes1669]

Only saw this now after watching some Jimmy White interviews. Brilliant interview this, Jimmy is the people's champion.

[@raycasey5296]

Superb interview, what an absolute legend Jimmy White is… Loved this!

[@JamesEnglish]

Thanks ray

[@ginge7945]

Thanks for getting this absolute legend on Mr English, very much appreciated

[@janepearson2450]

Loved this interview with Jimmy. So good to listen to non criminals bragging about all the awful things they have done.

[@richardmarvin3419]

My god what an interview! Jimmy was one of the players I most tried to emulate when I was first playing the game. Seen some good interviews with him over the years but this one just felt like two mates in the pub which really is credit to you James. I'm 8 years clean of gambling and drink currently and like you say I don't feel much different but I cope with situations a hell of a lot better now. Well done on your journey and keep fighting brother

[@Reevesi]

Very good interview. Jimmy is, and will always be a total legend.

[@caskinfg]

Being only a casual Snooker fan, I never knew much about Jimmy White as a person, except by reputation. I'm now halfway through this interview and I think he's become my favourite player.

[@sharonsinclair5184]

What a interview class James....love Jimmy loved watching him play snooker along with Alex Higgins and the rest of them at that time, Jimmy was a fantastic friend to Alex Higgins he was there for Alex right up till Alex died. I live in N Ireland my dad was brought up not far from Alex he was also the same age as Alex, Alex could be a nice, funny, bloke but he could also be very ignorant and fight with his own shadow at times and he died a very sad death but even through all his flaws he was well liked and thanks to Jimmy for being there for him....well done James on another fantastic interview.....

[@CerysEdwards-i6y]

Classy bloke. He engages in convo with James and was genuinely interested in what James was saying about addiction. A proper snooker legend.

[@robd3085]

Jimmy's book Second Wind is an absolute must read!

[@CasbahCat]

Listened to this while cleaning my car on a fresh Sunday 😂 absolutely brilliant - got into snooker because my fiancé watches it, he’s read Jimmy autobiography and he told me about some of the wild stuff he got up to, def want to read it myself now! What a lovely, humble man with a great sense of humour too ❤

[@PSYCHIC_PSYCHO]

Even though Jimmy has never won the World Championship, nevertheless he was an exceptional player, I recommend that you watch his old performances on KZbin

[@pauluss1053]

cant wait to go back to work Monday so i can listen to this - not listening to it on my day off Sunday. Least i want to be getting paid while enjoying your great content !! top guest to land James - youre killing it !

[@JamesEnglish]

👍🏼

[@curlyfm]

Ole jimmy with his syrup. Gota love his honesty THEE people’s champ.

[@cleaningmaster100]

Would love to see more of these types of interviews James ,,, Jimmy “ I never ever hurt anyone only myself “ really enjoyed it thank you……….have a great day James 👍🏻👍🏻👌🏻⭐️👌🏻👌🏻

[@frankelvkalanisi2249]

Always loved watching Jimmy play. My uncle was friends with his dad over south London way and I used to hear so many stories. I can relate to loads of what he says in this interview. Jimmy = legend Great podcast James

[@phm4215]

Great interview James, Jimmy is a real diamond, proper bloke and this just reminded me that he’s my favourite sports personality in my lifetime, lovely jubbly Jimmy!!

[@tonydumbty7003]

Sorry I missed the live chat...jimmy white for snooker was the equivalent to Mike tyson in boxing.. made the masses start enjoying playing or watching snooker on a large scale.

[@illuminatedsocialreject802]

Brilliant interview. Love Jimmy, so down to earth, so humble and so human. Great to see the roles of interviewer and interviewee switch a number of times during this, such is the connection between them. Reflecting on life, the ups, the downs, the triumphs and those times, like many of us, succumbed to demons. A truly inspirational interview from two top guys. Thank you 👍

[@K2shadowfax]

This is going in my 'Favourites'. Jimmy is a legend. To hear him speak so openly, and honestly, if painfully, about his life, was courageous in the extreme. Great interview, James, and your comments concerning your own struggles were very humbling. Good luck with the boxing match! And good luck to Jimmy in all his endeavours. Cheers!

[@melhay9969]

I love the guests you have, often people who don’t have the opportunity to share their story. Nice one James!

[@jimmymoran3839]

The Peoples Champion. I met him once years ago in a nightclub where I worked. A humble & genuine man.

[@timbrown166]

Great interview, totally natural from both Jimmy and James , spoke as if they had been pals for years.

[@Nicky47662]

Jimmys hair colour ain’t natural

[@RayDaley]

@@Nicky47662 it's a wig he is wearing

[@paularolland9526]

The best interview yet. Just brilliant!

[@gordonmclatchie3339]

Brilliant mate could of sat and watch the two of you for ages .

[@toplad73]

My favourite player ever in the golden age of snooker. A real rock star sportsman and a man of the people. Hero worshipped by his fans!!!! Still own and use the Jimmy White snooker cue bought for me by my parents when I was a young lad!!!!

[@gson6867]

Catching up with a lot of interviews as I’ve picked up Covid, definitely helped take the edge of it. Jimmy White man , what a guy, watched every frame on all 7 world championship finals. Got a 6ft snooker table for Xmas as a kid because of him and Alex. Awesome

[@gavincole2659]

What a belting bloke, so genuine yet again jamesy keep up the star work. BRAVO

[@GlasgowGTR]

Listen to most of your interviews James but this is the best by a mile! What a legend! Brilliant ☑️

[@alangrynich2037]

I could listen to Jimmy all day hes just great a real proper bloke very down to earth but born with an incredible talent STILL THE BEST TO WATCH

[@cassr]

Top guy Jimmy looking forward to this 👍

[@blazeroe8chesspatzerbarn613]

That was the best entertaining interview i have ever watched ,and i am 62

[@tanscot1]

Such a down to earth, humble calm guy with a nice perspective

[@johnnytibbs3198]

Absolutely smashed it James ! Your best interview for me , Jimmy is so interesting and interested in other people as well . Well done 👍

[@JamesEnglish]

👍🏼

[@carlgreen998]

Love jimmy 👍

[@DaveSCameron]

Hear hear *

[@patrickjm3487]

@@JamesEnglish well James mate I was going tru your podcasts and I was shocked at the celebrity’s and all kinds of people who you have interviewed totally amazing stuff)) I seen your video about your friends in Glasgow and seen the billy joe story it was heartbreaking to see what happened to him and all the other’s who you knew well and he was a very nice person and James to many young people killed in Scotland 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿 area Just want to say your the best podcaster ever and your the original podcast artist 👩‍🎨 so you are mate)) And for those who tried to bad mouth ya are no threat at all mate & they are only learning how to interview people and half way tru their podcasts you will see that they interrupt the guests which some people don’t like and the guests then forget about the question they were telling 😂 😂 😂 😂 God bless ya James and your family and friends in Scotland 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿 and all over the world)) Keep these master pieces of podcasts and stories coming etc etc))) IVE THE UPMOST RESPECT FOR YA AND I WILL ALWAYS HAVE RESPECT FOR YOU MATE YOUR A VERY GOOD PERSON AND YOU ARE VERY GENUINE WITH YOUR GUESTS & YOUR PODCASTS JUST LOOK AT THE LIKES AND SUBSCRIBERS YOU RECEIVED SAYS IT ALL )))

[@petermitchell3389]

Legends like Jimmy White always have interesting stories to tell. Fascinating interview 🙌

[@petermitchell3389]

What a legend and such a humble guy. Probably my favourite podcast. Hope we see Jimmy playing on TV again soon 🤞🍀🙏

[@grsl4026]

Brilliant stories Jimmy. Top man. Good questions James. Good luck with your fight.

[@kipperrepublic3568]

Really enjoyed that interview. Big fan of Jimmy's and the interviewer James English was brilliant. Very candid interview.

[@romeric69]

So good to see the "The Whirlwind" looking so well. Probably my favourite podcast to date.

[@smiddyboy1971]

SPOT ON.

[@LOUNGE-ROOM-REGGAE]

I STILL LOVE WATCHING JIMMY'S 155 BREAK x

[@heatherkellitt1631]

One of my favourites so far ,, both of you being totally honest about your life’s n the ups and downs,, power to your elbow both of you keep up the good work,, Jimmy’s the people’s champion because he is real ,, it was like watching two old mates having a chat,, James ur getting better all the time much love xxx

[@JamesEnglish]

Thanks heather x

[@MrJJRog]

I walked into my local back in 2007 and unbeknown to me, the landlord was a good friend of Jimmy’s. Whilst at the bar, the landlord knowing I’m a life long snooker fan casually told me to turn round to which i did and there was Jimmy sitting there with friends. The landlord asked Jimmy to come to the bar to meet my wife and I. Both my wife and I went to spent the rest of the evening in Jimmy’s company. Such a lovely man and made me feel so welcome within his group of friends. There’s a saying don’t meet your hero’s because you will be disappointed but meeting Jimmy was definitely NO disappointment!

[@jamesprendergast6183]

Saw him in the Gloucester Arms, Knightsbridge... but decided not to be a sycophant. He had a retinue with him and stayed most of the evening. Never once did Jimmy avoid or seem disinterested when fans approached him and made time for everyone who couldn't help but rush up and declare to him "your Jimmy White" as if he wouldn't have known that already or might have forgotten.

[@liamditchy1162]

Best man you could of got on a podcast James well done mate Jimmy is a legend 💯🎯

[@ratatat9790]

Have

[@Pompoy1981]

Could have listened to Jimmy White for hours. What a guy. Open, honest, interested and interesting. Another great interview James. Kudos!

[@hair4alluk]

Well Done James English - another enjoyable success :-). Really impressive how he began interviewing you. I reckon he will come to the boxing match too. Great Guy.

[@ilonastuntebeck6903]

Great upload thanks. Jimmy white is such a normal geezer.. love him even more now.. legend

[@JamesEnglish]

👍🏼

[@classic-retro.tech1]

Loved that interview what a legend. the Calibre of guests just get better and better as is JE's work

[@Paul_owie]

What a top chat with a Topman, doesn't hide anything, he sez that how is, but also a gentleman. Keep the whirlwind spinnin' Touch wood 😉 I love your podcasts. Ye do a good job and I'll keep watching.

[@Donovn]

What a man. Great interview James.

[@JamesT65]

My hero from the 80's I hope he gets into the main playoffs, I will back hm all the way. I hope he gets the job done now, he deserves it.

[@rohansfernandes2067]

James... This is by far one of the absolute legends of the game of snooker ..... Jimmy ' The Whirlwind' White...... This is why I follow ur podcast every single time..... U R D Best James

[@JamesEnglish]

Cheers mate

[@rohansfernandes2067]

@@JamesEnglish thank u james.....good luck to u

[@sarahsue4065]

Jimmy ! Never ever regret you career .. you’re up there with Higgins , Gazza, Best & James Hunt .. All legends !! .. absolute natural at your sport .. working class hero’s .. good to see you looking so well .. James class as usual x

[@andrewanderson5610]

Amazing!!! just keeps getting better and better great work james

[@DaveSCameron]

Agreed, it's so good seeing Jimmy still hitting the highs and giving the best advice on living clean, thanks again all...

[@jsmith3225]

So honest you can tell it's all truth. James and Jimmy speak like they bin pals for years. So enjoyable

[@jsmith3225]

P.s who the hell dislikes this?