Peter Crouch Opens Up About His Dark Times & Crying Himself To Sleep | E196

[@TheDiaryOfACEO]

If you enjoyed this conversation, please do me a little favour and hit the subscribe button - we’ve got so many amazing conversations I’m looking forward to sharing with you ❤ (thank you!) x Steven

[@SteelBonsai]

I love Crouch what a genuine nice guy and a baller! Massively underrated imo mate I've been a fan of his podcast also from day one and listen to them regularly now always has me in bits if he wasn't a footballer he could of definitely been a comedian 😀👍🏻

[@Jpm-uh2vw]

@@SteelBonsai even as an Arsenal fan I can appreciate this man is one of the most genuine souls in football. Hilarious as well 😂

[@SteelBonsai]

@@Jpm-uh2vw Im a Coventry fan ... unfortunately lol but i love footy in general me best mate is an Arsenal Fan and i remember going to watch Arsenal play Villa and also we went on a tour of highbury before it was taken down you guys had a lovely ground just a shame like all old grounds Covs included they were falling apart lol, yeah totally agree Crouchy is a legend ⚽️👌🏻👍🏻

[@Superteastain]

Don't swear. If the guest swears so be it but you shouldn't swear. You've got a broad audience.

[@SteelBonsai]

@@Superteastain Get a grip its called being real and not portraying something your not if your offended by a swear word or swearing in genral one get a grip its the real world S#$T happens and two if you don't like it dont watch/listen 🤷‍♂️

[@strongboy7289]

As a Liverpool fan I have a special place in my heart for Crouchy. You could always see he was keen to get the team over the line and when the goals came they just got better and better but the effort was always there. Wished him well when he left and he always gave his all.

[@Chizzy01]

Doesn't matter who you support, you can't help but love Crouchy. Such a nice happy relatable kind of guy

[@robertdore9592]

Absolutely no side to that man at all..

[@robertwoodworth7819]

So true. Well said Chris.

[@alphaoneil5197]

Except if you are from Trinidad and Tobago

[@olliehussey64]

Doesn't matter who you support because he's probably played for your club

[@bigbernie7260]

Relatable if you like going out with brasses he even married one that's how much he loves them.

[@relocatetoEUROPE]

I've always found Peter Crouch to be a very decent person and with integrity and humility a rarity in the football world of today. He's also naturally funny.

[@harrietthomas4032]

Thanks to his family and Clancy! :)

[@stevens9835]

What a nice comment about the English Cult Hero

[@BillyWells91]

I absolutely love this guy. Loved him as a footballer, still love him when he’s on the telly. Wish more footballers were this genuine

[@scottsaunders-singer5112]

I met Peter Crouch, years ago and what a genuine and fantastic person he is. Wears his heart on his sleeve and very funny. He indirectly inspired me to be a girl's football coach and give back to the community.

[@mmesomalisa]

How are you doing

[@MarkBriers111]

Who says you can’t be successful on social media these days without presenting a manufactured product and persona, just to be liked. One thing I like about you Stephen, is that you really resonate a genuine empathy with your guests. You also listen and give them the time to reply. That came through with Peter, who’s just a good bloke who comes across as though he’s chatting in his lounge at home. His secret is he’s just being real, without trying to do or say anything contrived to get more interest. Great interview, great guest and a thoroughly enjoyable couple of hours listening.

[@asw16177]

Peter is only 6 months younger than me and I'm a life long Liverpool fan.... I was lucky enough to see him play at anfield on a few occasions, I remember the love in the crowd for the guy. He's big, he's red, his feet stick out of bed. We loved you then Peter, nothing has changed now. YNWA.

[@gazoakleychef]

What a brilliant person Crouchy is! Great interview

[@matthewdoyle3877]

under rated player also

This one really surprised me. I love Crouchy, but this podcast made me love and respect him even more!

[@TheDiaryOfACEO]

Same!

[@SteelBonsai]

Agreed 😀💙

[@Milne85]

Well said mate

[@sugarsnap1578]

Peter is an exceptional man what a credit he is for the uk .

[@bhiveliveglobal]

Peter Crouch, he just brings a smile to my face and a happiness to my day because he always comes across as genuine. What more do you want? TY

[@socialmails5421]

Where's the part about the headline??? His Dark Times & Crying Himself To Sleep

[@tezskii25]

Don't think I've seen Steve laugh so much on a podcast, rfreshing story to hear, Crouch is obviously a positive person, who makes evryone else around them feel better too! Enjoyed this convo!

[@iRRichiee]

Met Crouch in Dublin back when he was a young lad at Villa with Milner and Barry etc. Lad was an absolute gent.....exactly as friendly and decent as you see on cameras.

[@adminteam5878]

I used to watch crouchy warming up before every stoke game. Always had a smile on his face. A genuine humble top bloke

[@StephShuttleworth]

I’ve lived in France for 20 years, so discover some of these guests as not following British culture too closely… some real treasures, some amazingly inspiring guests, many many life lessons! … loved this one, what a great, authentic, grounded guy! ❤

[@pjmonglover6207]

Would you say that to any African about their culture

[@StephShuttleworth]

@@pjmonglover6207 ??

[@tyronelorenzovalentio3414]

@@StephShuttleworthanswer u cant

[@petalnoir]

crouch has one of those laughs that light up his whole face and auroa, i hope it doesn't come accross as strange but it's such a heart warming thing to see. I wish him nothing but the best in his future endeavours

[@live4lovetv737]

This is my all time favorite football interview, he breaks the mold of footballers having very little of interest to say..

[@sookie.smooth]

I agree so much I was wondering if he got the questions ahead of time. Very engaging.

[@seemourbutts6679]

Check out the long 2 part Malcolm Christie interview I can’t remember what channel it’s on but it’s so good man

[@the_even_toed_ungulate.]

​@@seemourbutts6679under the cosh

[@iliketofart2945]

Schlomo

[@stephenclarke2083]

One of the most underated players of my time, this guys humility and genuine morality is a breath of fresh air, Top Man .

[@munashemanyeruke6534]

The h 😢jj

[@michaeljackson8857]

Such a likeable person who when feeling there worse can still lift others up. That is such an attribute to have in this life. Hoping he always has someone by his side who understands, loves and supports him

[@Wellpro31]

Love this Peter, you are so joyful to listen to. This is what is all about. Do what you enjoy until it is not anymore. Don't push for things that it is not you. Be kind, be joyous, be purposeful. Amazing that you have a good work ethics. Live fearlessly, nothing matters, family and friends' good health are the most important. Human connections and helping others. Having each other and not being alone. You are such gentle giant. I love you for that Peter. Thank you for the interview Stephen.

[@dmayres]

Despite the relegation, I have great memories of Crouch at Saints, he nearly single-handedly kept us up. He always interviews so well, a credit to the game.

[@joshooter3913]

I adore Peter crouch.. seems so down to earth and humble.. he has a great sense of humour .. love his and abbey's podcast ❤

[@mymzansi_rsa]

I loved watching peter crouch as a kid around the mid 2000s. The headers were legendary!

[@nordstrandmusicinternation9518]

Don’t forget the over head kicks from the big man !

[@MrMallum]

Love Crouch!!! He has the right attitude (in my humble opinion) towards Football and life. I'm a Gooner but you have to recognise class! Saw him a few times at the Emirates and he could really play! not just a long ball target. God bless

[@shanetaaffe3641]

Peter Crouch to me is one of few footballers who played in the opposite team that you could help but love and respect..always did and i always will. Always was himself and ive have noting but totall respect foe the man...

[@thomaslangley1571]

Crouchy. You're a legend mate. Theres nothing more to it.

[@XxDEDEYExX]

i bumped into Peter Crouch on a Virgin train from Birmingham to London a few years ago. brilliant guy.

[@nonsense1140]

This is one of my favourite KZbin channels ever.

[@robster7012]

Lovely bloke, so down to earth. Refreshing to see. Nice one Peter 👏

[@Gregg4886]

Legend. On the pitch and now showing the same class off it. ❤

[@socialmails5421]

Where's the part about the headline??? His Dark Times & Crying Himself To Sleep

[@shanebhoy1888]

Crouchy is one of my favorite players of all time, and I never supported a club he played for. Great interview

[@Userpk7193]

you’re such a talented interviewer Steven and so lovely to you both having a laugh together, made it feel really authentic!

[@aidanduffy3407]

As a tall skinny man that people like to mention to me I couldn't have more admiration for the courage Peter has had.. Wish I was a teen listening to this would have helped alot for me ❤❤❤

[@mickfitz76]

He is a champion. God Bless Peter.

[@lgnewton]

the reason i ADORE this podcast is that it gives us a deeper, more meaningful look into "celebrities" that we think we know, but we actually don't know a lot of their stories and it's so interesting to hear. i love getting to know all the little insights. amazing podcast!!! ❤❤❤

[@riboid]

Yes, everyone thinks because they have a few quid, then that money mitigates any issues in life - which is utter BS.

[@michaeljackson8857]

It makes us all look back and realise that we are all normal. It's OK to have weird thoughts qnd feelings. Life a great joy when the going is good but it's when life is hard amd we are humbled that we truly realise what why and how to become better x

[@DW51380]

as a lanky bastard meself always loved crouchy, showing his character and honesty outside of football has built on his legacy. Not many make it into the prem as he said and that goal at Stoke will always be one of the best I’ve ever seen along with cisse’s. might not have the best record or be the best. but he’s still iconic and one of the characters in the history of the prem

[@JaneKellie-uh3mo]

Peter Crouch 🫡. Thank you for your sharing the Real lives of Footballers and of your personal life. ' Never Change You ', A Respected Footballer, A Suberb Football Pundit and A Down - To - Earth & Naturally Funny All Round Man. 👍 🦁. YNWA. from Liverpool UK 🦁

[@YouknowwhereHughgo]

Peter Crouch, such a sound geezer. If everyone was like Crouch, the world would be a great place

[@errolrowe7823]

One of life good guys.....such a great guy 🙏

[@TheDiaryOfACEO]

A top top bloke

[@stuartmorris6299]

@@TheDiaryOfACEO is that a height joke? Sorry I'm out.

[@simondaly7926]

I've always said about crouchy what a brilliant player he was he held the ball up well and hardly gave it away not to mention some of the spectacular goals he scored such a genuine guy thumb's up Peter 👌💪💪💪💪

[@robertsayers6864]

Brilliantly done , open and honest from both ends. I noticed that Crouch pulled you out of your usual structured self and you appeared more at ease and far more open. 👍👏

[@markhooper4532]

Winnie Wallace...What a smashing fella you are Pete.. Don't change one little bit about yourself. Laughter is such a wonderful thing and you use it in abundance.

[@JamesDooney]

Being 6'2 at age 12 myself, I feel that Peter very much tells parts of my story also.

[@Monke_boi13]

@JamesDooney Embrace it bro and get used to it because alot of people will be intimidated by you because being tall is associated with being strong and masculine when reality height is out of our control

[@paulleigh5351]

You’re the best interviewer there is. Best research equals best questions. Equals best interviews. Fantastic work

[@theinngu5560]

So glad that PC has come through all the difficulties…when others are rude and abusive it reflects on them ..they are deeply unhappy and are unaware that what goes round goes around….abuse another and sooner or later it will come back to you and greatly multiplied. I support Everton but have been really disgusted by some of the fans abuse to players and in particular to Rafa, especially the last season …no need for any of this..ever. Brilliant video ..thanks so much to both of you. I hope this could be shown in schools or even a film made out of it so it makes people more aware of the harm they do and following the crowd or whatever the reason for being abusive is very weak.

[@keithskelton5596]

Great story Well done Peter Crouch ✌🏼 Admiration for opening up Now I Understand why my son thinks you are a legend ✌🏼🏴󠁧󠁢󠁥󠁮󠁧󠁿

[@DeusNyika]

I always admired Crouch, the footballer. After watching this, I love Crouch the man 🙌🏿

[@nohmanahmed4463]

This is 1 of the best shows on utube

[@monicateeling810]

What an absolute gent. What a professional. A role model and so humble. 👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼

[@garybaker4722]

What a brilliant guest!!!Crouchy absolutely brilliant!

[@cat_tastic2311]

I’m so impressed by the variety of your guests and depth of conversations! Thank you 🙏 I’d love to see you have a discussion with Christopher Ryan - podcaster & author of Sex at Dawn, Nicole LePera - The Holistic Psychologist and Esther Perel - relationship counsellor.

[@advancedbasicsAB]

Yes, I would love to see EsterPerel on, you guys would have such a wonderful conversation

[@SimSoFast]

David from Edinburgh here, never been a football fan growing up, obviously knew who the top guys were like Peter, Ronaldo, Ginola and guys like that were but i always remember after the world cup beimg at Alton Towers and strangely enough a group of middle aged men came up to me who for so.e reason mistaken me for Peter aggressively pushed me around and one of them spat in my face!!! After that done a bit of researched and was absolutely flabergasted on how this kind hearted honest hard working gentleman has been treated in the public eye, this is by far one of the best podcasts ive ever watched and Peter if you read this mate, from a non football fan your an absolute LEGEND!! ❤

[@connorbennett5516]

Started watching this at midnight, it’s 2am😂. What a nice, genuine bloke Crouchy is. I look forward to the next one Steven!

[@grajammellor660]

I've downloaded it because it's 2.35 am atm and i need to sleep haha

[@BWFCLVAREY]

To my shame, I remember joining in with the freak chant as an 11 year old at a football match. It took me years to actually think about how nasty it was. As crouchy said, it feels completely normal in that environment and footballers seem untouchable. I do feel bad for joining in regardless. Sorry for my part in that.

[@theinngu5560]

Hats off to you for admitting it …..we all make mistakes and being honest about it takes guts.

[@JimiBegbaaji]

@@theinngu5560 Yup! Hats off!

[@KurtVandeweerdt]

Thanks for sharing that. Hope Crouchy’s mom and/or familie reads it

[@BWFCLVAREY]

@Adam Marshall wasn’t really a chant tbh just every shouted “Freak” for as long as he had hold of the ball

[@NarcissistsPatient9752]

ChumpChamp. 👍.

[@EMINEM4973]

Peter has done so well for himself, and he deserves it. A top bloke.

[@ChrisPlow]

Crouchy the legend that is. Such a top bloke funny and entertaining

[@andymcnab2.0]

He's got a beautiful family and a will to win over all outcomes. He's a good guy 100%

[@SarahChollerton]

Well said 👍

[@n7xyy]

What an absolute legend.

[@walktheearthchannel]

He's a nice lad. He is very genuine. I really enjoyed this conversation

[@darrenferguson7525]

I love the details put into preparation for this podcast. Even down to crouches chair being slightly taller. What an example of how to create the perfect podcast. Well done sir

[@chr1s2211]

Great player and deserves everything he’s got from his career. Loving these interviews 👍

[@originalindiechick7999]

Brilliant podcast! I’ve shared it with friends who will also enjoy it. Peter is so likeable.

[@nicolamatthews2993]

Me too 👍 I share a lot of steve's reels, podcasts as well as other people's Mel Robbins, Lewis Howes, Dr Ramini is quite interesting too 👍

[@SurferWilly]

I have seen many footballer interviews and Crouch as a player might not even be in my top 50 of alltimes but I can say that this might be the best interview Ive seen with a footballer. Kudos, you just won a subscriber I'm happy that Crouch got a career football as he always seemed like a likeable guy.

[@VIASURAMOR]

Straight Honest Conversation

[@tessa7582]

England fans can be absolutely disgusting. They don’t care about winning because if they did they would know that calling people names, bullying the players, trolling the players and their families whilst they are on and off the pitch is not going to give them the confidence to play better. The media and fans are sometimes the worst part of the sport.

[@randomjet]

Met crouchy so many times in his younger days…. Lovely lovely lovely humble and polite man

[@Midnight-SpecialM2M31]

I genuinely can't stand to hear Crouchy put himself down saying he's no where near as good as the Lampards And Gerrards of the world. He GENEUINLEY is a truly unique player and its not because of his height he was a unique ball playing striker. Huge respect to an idol Of mine

[@encorefootball]

Crouch, Heskey, Beckham, Ashley Cole & Hargreaves were far more effective for England than Gerrard & Lampard ever were. Gerrard & Lampard's passing and ability to dictate possession was below average, so they needed Beckham & Ashley Cole to cross the ball and Heskey or Crouch as a focal point. At club level, they needed Drogba, Anelka, Xabi Alonso, Benayoun & Kuyt to do a lot of their dirty work

[@chrismiller6317]

I’m a die hard Gooner,Crouchy you are legend I’ve read your books listen to your podcasts (👍😂😂😂) absolutely brilliant,you have the gift of being able to laugh at yourself,not a bad football career was it and what you doing now,that’s not too shabby either is it,best of luck to you and your family,one piece of advice mate DON’T LET THE BASTARDS GRIND YOU DOWN 👍👍👏👏🥊🥊

[@macrovigilance]

Top guy. Always brought a unique dynamic to the teams he played for. A great career, solid stats and scored some spectacular goals!

[@SpiceScholar]

What a surprising gem of a conversation... Just a really lovely vibe. Got a good couple laughs in especially towards the end. Well done! Great interview and really quite heart-warming and kind. I'm not even in to football, but this makes me want to go and watch a couple games now!

[@rossgillcreative]

Loved this podcast. Peter seems like a really down to earth guy. As a Pompey fan and season ticket holder who lives about 3min walk from Fratton park, I can only hope we get back to the days of having players of this calibre and moral fibre. I also had the privilege of getting to work with Stephen producing some content with his partnership with Vodafone, and I can vouch that he is also a very down to earth and approachable guy.

[@johncox5939]

Scored one of the best 3 goals on match of the day ever in my book , lovely lad !

[@jiltedjohn642]

Hello Peter ,I'm an Arsenal supporter , just watched this podcast , good luck to you and your family , lovely man 👍

[@gerardmeade8666]

I have watched a few episodes of your podcast and they are absolutely awesome! Well done , mate!

[@LaurenMaria89]

Loved this episode... what a great guy!

[@catherinenewman6516]

Did the host in the black t shirt saycthatchecisxblack? Really?

[@foodfordudes]

What a great guy So magnanimous Grounded Good for you Peter

[@MrPaulc222]

I saw him play when he was with Stoke: he came to Crawley for an FA Cup game. Up went the chant, "If Crouch can play for England so can I..." All banter of course as I respect the guy. His answer? He damn well scored :)

[@turkeysnest5402]

Peter Crouch I salute you good sir 🤝

[@missrebeccay]

In regards to management, I think what I've heard from this conversation is the best manager is always the one who has empathy and treats you like a human. Get the techniques and strategies through, but also treat people like humans, not machines. Wonderful interview - from a viewer who does not watch soccer whatsoever.

[@barringtongilbert9230]

Peter is up there with Sonny as a truly great footballer who is humble and natural. LOVE the geezer . Just goes to show, fans are people who want to see humanity....

[@kman8700]

Probably the best podcast I’ve ever listened to.

[@Steve-1978]

Love Crouchy. Honest & humble!

[@pjmonglover6207]

Bit gay

[@naidugautama4498]

Thank you Crouch. You were the one who got Spurs into the champions League for the first time against Man City.

[@SilverbackMattG]

Crouch’s is a legend His podcast was an immense find in lockdown and still love it now They do have a chemistry you cannot just create

[@jon-paultallentire3568]

Under rated Crouchy he was a cracking player with better feet than heading ability and Totally agree that players should be celebrated more for making it in football disappointing to hear about people reaching their dreams and then getting abused it's just jealousy

[@sjm5198]

I knew very little about Peter Crouch or the world of football before this. It was fascinating. What a likeable guy. Very authentic and reflective. I wouldn't entirely agree with his position on some of the negative behaviours he experienced in others but that's ok. That has really set me up for a good day. Thank you!

[@Milne85]

Check out his podcast it’s quality

[@darrentaylordigital]

Great podcast! You bring out an honesty in your guests that I rarely see reflected in other interviews.

[@6GSF]

Steven your thumbnail does not do sir peter crouch any justice, he was brilliant , its an eye opener to his career ups and downs , don't focus on the downs the ups were far far in excess

[@boshebosh9269]

Interesting hearing Crouchy talking about his Liverpool spell. I think of him doing really well at Liverpool and proving doubters wrong. Interesting how he sees things.

[@hebehall]

Wonderful interview. Enjoyed every second.

[@saffyone5198]

I'm tall - female 5ft 10, my children are tall ,son 6 ' 6'' , daughter 6' . My children- now young adults have people every day ask them , like Peter, how tall are you? always in a negative way as if they are freaks, and more than once a day. It is abusive and knocks confidence. It is the first thing people say when meeting us. I'm so sick of it. I now challenge it, if possible - simply ask them not to say it. Think about if your average height or short- everyone looks like you or thinks your cute. Being tall you stand out and are definitely treated more harshly.

[@youngandprofitingpodcast]

52:28 - So true! Good managers are a great people person. They understand their people and have an aura of calmness. This not only applies to football but also to businesses or any organization!

[@edwardchapman6003]

Briefly met Peter recently and he was lovely, took time to talk. Top man.

[@lewisw6840]

Great podcast. Being 6ft+ at a young age and having ended up being 6ft6 this is very relatable

[@happybunny8704]

As a 6ft tall woman that has a son 6ft 5 nicknamed crouchy and still has issues regarding his height I shall be making sure he watches this .

[@PBazBarrett]

Very talented footballer for sure, never seen a genuine super sub for England since. Great bloke.. Thanks for sharing another great podcast, once again..

[@rebeccagidney6751]

What à guy.. Genuine lovely person, I will be giving his own podcast a try.

[@resultsdeliverypositivity]

Im not a football fan at all but what a sound, genuine, charismatic chap

[@timb9363]

Just a well mannered chap who had a talent for football. Articulate and decent…plus I’ll never forget the ant and dec skit from when I was younger

[@reecejones3187]

The height thing is real. I’m 6’6 and everywhere you go I get ‘big fucker you are aren’t you’ but when you’re in the boozer and some pissed bloke says that, it sounds like a threat like everyone wants to take on the big lad.