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

Nov 17, 2022

Peter Crouch, a former professional footballer and beloved pundit, opens up about the struggles that shaped him. He discusses the impact of childhood bullying related to his height and how that experience fueled his resilience on the pitch. Crouch candidly reveals his mental health battles during his career, including the pressure from public scrutiny and social media. He reflects on life after football, emphasizing the importance of authenticity and navigating new opportunities, all while sharing heartfelt anecdotes about family support and personal growth.

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Episode guests

Peter Crouch

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Episode notes

Intro

2min

Height, Humor, and Resilience

20min

Mental Struggles of Professional Footballers

8min

Journey Through Adversity at Liverpool

19min

Liverpool's Transformation and Personal Health Reflections

3min

The Art of Football Management

7min

The Dynamics of Sports Management and Team Morale

14min

Reflecting on Retirement and Life Beyond Football

20min

Navigating Anxiety and Balancing Life in Sports

2min

10.

Anticipation and Excitement for Crouchfest at Wembley Arena

2min

11.

Life After Football: Embracing Authenticity

11min

12.

Discovering Innovative Technology and Meaningful Jewellery

2min

Peter Crouch is a legend both on and off the football pitch. Capped 42 times for England, he is one of the few players to have scored 100 or more Premier League goals. Since retirement he has further cemented his role as a cheeky national treasure with his role as a football pundit and host of That Peter Crouch Podcast.

But few up to now have seen the man behind the persona. It was childhood bullying and taunts about his height that helped to shape the down to earth man that audiences love today. Using this abuse as his fuel and motivation, he made sure that he let his actions on the pitch do the talking to prove his critics wrong.

This conversation explores his path and drive to footballing greatness, as well as his acknowledgement of the characteristics that led a select few of his teammates from great to legendary. He is a walking example of the benefits and rewards of staying true to yourself, keeping self-perspective and self-awareness, and the benefits of trying to be a good role model.

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