The Jimmy's & Jo's Podcast
"Rank F*****g Amateurs! But good dudes...." Al Davis (probably, if he ever met us....) The world is awash with podcasts dedicated to the “1% of the 1%” that made or make their fame and fortune through sports. This is not one of those podcasts. Best known as non-professional American Football coaches, Nick Rockell and British American Football Hall of Fame Coach Mark Moss are absolute amateurs in in podcasting but always willing to try new things. Join the long-time friends as they dig into the 99% of people that don’t get to rise to the publicly visible top of sports regardless of their time and sacrifice. Maybe it’s a minority sport, they just aren’t good enough, tragedy came their way, or opportunities just haven’t materialised - the coaches find those that have achieved “success” in sport while living as regular Jimmy's and Jo's, talking about what sport means to them and its affect on their life and career. In Season 1 the coaches revisit a period in their own coaching lives that makes them immensely proud - their combined13 years leading the London Blitz American Football program from 2003 through 2015 - talking to some of the standout players from teams in that era who have also gone on to stand out in their non-sport career. Authentic (untrained), real (excuse us for that), and sometimes not for the faint-hearted (or impatient), we hope you enjoy this look at the genuine stories of the more conventional sports population. Music by bassmanguk (top man!) Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Episodes
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Show Notes - A Coaches Corner Episode
Episode Summary: In this episode Nick and Mark reflect on the conversations recorded so far and the themes that keep emerging.
They discuss the lasting influence of PE teachers and mentors, the decline of school sport, rising costs in youth athletics, and what happens when kids lose access to play, relationships, and real-world interaction. The conve...
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Show Notes - The Adam Seoudy Episode
Episode Summary: In this episode of Jimmy & Joe’s Podcast, Nick and Mark are joined by Adam Seoudy for an honest conversation about life after intense competition.
Adam reflects on parenting young athletes, the fine line between coaching and parenting, leadership burnout, and the realities of holding high standards in amateur sport. He also ...
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Show Notes - The Matt 'Spoony' Davies Episode
Episode Summary: In this episode of Jimmy & Joe’s Podcast, Mark and Nick sit down with Matthew “Spoony” Davies — football coach, leader, community builder, and executive coach.
From growing up in rural Scotland to discovering American football after university, Spoony shares a journey shaped less by wins and losses and more by r...
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Show Notes - The Ed Morgan Episode
Episode Summary: In this episode of the Jimmy & Joe’s Podcast, Nick and Mark are joined by Ed Morgan — former London Blitz player, chairman, and unofficial historian of his time with the programme.
Ed reflects on growing up in the North-East, finding American football at university, and the path that took him from rookie player to helping ...
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Show Notes - The Jason Brisbane Episode
Episode Summary: To close out the first season of Jimmy’s & Jo’s we asked each guest to share a story or two from their time in football.
Sometimes funny, sometimes crass, sometimes heartfelt, each story gives our guests the opportunity to unwittingly give a glimpse into the people and situations that touched them the most.
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Show Notes - The Jason Brisbane Episode
Episode Summary: In this episode, Nick Rockell and Mark Moss sit down with Jason Brisbane, a former London Blitz linebacker who fought his way into the NFL, played internationally, and transitioned into a career in sports leadership.
Jason shares his journey from a childhood in West London to discovering American Football by chance, joining the Blit...
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Show Notes: The Nick Manning Episode
Episode Overview: In this episode, Nick Rockell and Mark Moss catch up with Nick Manning, a former London Blitz offensive lineman who has built a successful career in communications. Now the Associate Vice President of Communications at the University of Waterloo in Canada, Nick shares his journey from discovering football as a teenager to working high...
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Show Notes: The Neil Bowles Episode
Episode Overview: In this episode, Nick Rockell and Mark Moss sit down with Neil Bowles, a former Chairman, offensive lineman and offensive line coach with the London Blitz, who played a crucial role in the development of the program. Now the Vice President of Air Traffic Management at Adacel, Neil reflects on his journey from Belfast to the UK and UAE, h...
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Show Notes: The Rod Bradley Episode
Episode Overview: In this episode, Nick Rockell and Mark Moss sit down with Rod Bradley, a former London Blitz wide receiver, TV Gladiator, and co-founder of PlayerLayer & Dreamsport.
Rod shares his journey from a childhood filled with sports, through his time at Loughborough University, to his impactful career in the sports clothing industry. Along th...
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Show Notes: The Gareth Dauley Episode
Episode Overview: In this episode, Nick Rockell and Mark Moss sit down with Gareth Dauley, a former London Blitz running back who scored the game-sealing touchdown in the 2011 European Championship. Now the CEO of the KOE Group, Gareth shares his incredible journey from a tough upbringing in South London to success in business and renewable energy. He r...
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Show Notes – The London Blitz Episode
Episode Summary: In this scene setting episode for the Jimmy’s & Jo’s podcast, Nick Rockell and Mark Moss look back over their years leading the London Blitz, one of the most dominant American Football programs in the UK.
From the early rebuilding of a struggling team to the National Championship years and European glory, they reflect on what made the p...
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Show Notes – The Nick Rockell Episode
Episode Summary: In this episode, Nick Rockell steps out from behind the mic to share his own journey in football, coaching, and life with Mark Moss. From his early days growing up in Luton to discovering American football as a teenager, Nick reflects on the key influences that shaped his path. He discusses the transition from player to coach, the lessons ...
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Show Notes – The Mark Moss Episode
Episode Overview: In this debut episode of Jimmys & Joes, hosts Nick Rockell and British American Football Hall of Fame coach Mark Moss dive into Mark’s journey through sports, coaching, and leadership. From his early days in powerlifting and cricket to building a championship-winning football program with the London Blitz, Mark shares hard-earned less...
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