What a fantastic interview and my respect for this fella has gone up by quite a bit.
Main takeaway was how really switched on he is about fusing modern technology with older thinking re training kids. He will do really well.Worth listening to chap? I might give it a spin later, what was the main takeaway?
The mafiaDoes he name which organisation reached out to him in prison to help him get his life back on track?
Daww... thought I was getting a proper answer thereThe mafia
Also the fact the Irish FA accelerated the process to make it easier. Even the Braga manager was on the course in Belfast.amazing that he had to get his UEFA licence via the Irish FA as the Scottish FA took issue with his conviction(s).
certainly bettered himself.
A Bear/Good Guy?
Pity the SFA don't take proper issue with child abuse.amazing that he had to get his UEFA licence via the Irish FA as the Scottish FA took issue with his conviction(s).
certainly bettered himself.
There is no doubt that Steven is so knowledgeable about the game generally and his questions are just spot on. Love all his stuff.This is excellent and Steven Harrigan does it again
Wee story about Steven. When I did 4lads pods he was constantly in contact, sharing contacts or setting up interviews for us
Nothing but helpful
This will be a great listen - well done H&H
Listening now, good open easy flowing interview.There is no doubt that Steven is so knowledgeable about the game generally and his questions are just spot on. Love all his stuff.
I don’t buy that thought process and I have a couple of family members who were junkies. 1 of whom died taking smack, I never blame the dealer and none of my family do either.Not my favourite person if I’m being honest. A lot of families in the west of Scotland will still be dealing with the destruction from what the guy done.
I’m happy he’s turned his life round. But remember every time he’s on the tv he will be a flashback to some poor family.
Not my favourite person if I’m being honest. A lot of families in the west of Scotland will still be dealing with the destruction from what the guy done.
I’m happy he’s turned his life round. But remember every time he’s on the tv he will be a flashback to some poor family.
Nonsense wind ur neck in man! Every one has a chance to turn their life around!Not my favourite person if I’m being honest. A lot of families in the west of Scotland will still be dealing with the destruction from what the guy done.
I’m happy he’s turned his life round. But remember every time he’s on the tv he will be a flashback to some poor family.
You mean people have a more favourable view of a fellow fan than of a mentally challenged?Doubt people would have the same views if he wasnt a bluenose.
You mean people have a more favourable view of a fellow fan than of a mentally challenged?
He was the subject of Radio 4's Profile programme this morning. Mentioned he was at Rangers as a youth but broke his leg and moved to another club before going to Junior football.
He is now hoping to visit prisons to deliver talks on how he turned his life around.
Even the likes of Ian Brady? Not comparing the two (obviously) but your idea seems a bit wrong.Nonsense wind ur neck in man! Every one has a chance to turn their life around!
The Irish FA are highly regarded for their coaching courses even the likes of Mourinho, Sven Goran Erikson and quite a few other big names have attended down the years.amazing that he had to get his UEFA licence via the Irish FA as the Scottish FA took issue with his conviction(s).
certainly bettered himself.
Not my favourite person if I’m being honest. A lot of families in the west of Scotland will still be dealing with the destruction from what the guy done.
I’m happy he’s turned his life round. But remember every time he’s on the tv he will be a flashback to some poor family.
I’m delighted he’s turned his life round. But it does not sit comfortable with me.Nonsense wind ur neck in man! Every one has a chance to turn their life around!
It's your opinion mate, but he is at no time suggesting he did no wrong, in fact he fairly beats himself up. We all have our views. I was mindful of his past but as I mentioned in response to one poster, I was impressed with his coaching views. I'm almost sorry I mentioned the pod as we even have him compared to Ian Brady now.I’m delighted he’s turned his life round. But it does not sit comfortable with me.
Sinaloa cartelDoes he name which organisation reached out to him in prison to help him get his life back on track?
He comes across exactly how you've described him, always a good listen as well.This is excellent and Steven Harrigan does it again
Wee story about Steven. When I did 4lads pods he was constantly in contact, sharing contacts or setting up interviews for us
Nothing but helpful
This will be a great listen - well done H&H
Just accidentally reposted. Great interview. He’s perhaps a tad pseudo intellectual having done a building degree but all in all a great interview well done by Stephen.What a fantastic interview and my respect for this fella has gone up by quite a bit.
It’s noise mate, ignore it. The guy committed dreadful crimes and was punished for it. Having served that sentence, why would anyone want him not to life a normal, upstanding life? Who would possibly benefit from closing doors on him, or any other ex convict?It's your opinion mate, but he is at no time suggesting he did no wrong, in fact he fairly beats himself up. We all have our views. I was mindful of his past but as I mentioned in response to one poster, I was impressed with his coaching views. I'm almost sorry I mentioned the pod as we even have him compared to Ian Brady now.
Not my favourite person if I’m being honest. A lot of families in the west of Scotland will still be dealing with the destruction from what the guy done.
I’m happy he’s turned his life round. But remember every time he’s on the tv he will be a flashback to some poor family.
One of the podders I never miss on H&HThis is excellent and Steven Harrigan does it again
Wee story about Steven. When I did 4lads pods he was constantly in contact, sharing contacts or setting up interviews for us
Nothing but helpful
This will be a great listen - well done H&H
You make an excellent point about young people. I volunteer with a charity that helps troubled teenagers. Just spending a bit of time with them at hte times they are most likely to get into bother. It makes a difference to the outcomes. They are decent enough kids that just haven't had a chance with the start they have had in life. In a smaller community everyone knows your business and certain surnames are enough to have you mapped for failure by the system.And it'll also show young folk who have already made similar mistakes as he did that it's not too late to turn your life around. Some of us grow up with parents who set an example, act as a role model etc. Young people who are already on the path to spending their life in and out of jail also need people to look up to in order to show that it's not pointless trying to change. If those convicted of criminal offences aren't afforded the chance to rehabilitate, all that's left for them is to become hardened criminals; there's no deterrent.
I have a cousin who was convicted of culpable homicide as a teenager. Within a year of finally being released, he was back in jail convicted of murder. I spoke to him before his release and he was enthusiastic about getting out of jail, staying somewhere quiet, keeping out of trouble; spoke about getting a dog to keep a routine. Once he was out he found that difficult. He spoke to me once waxing lyrical about how great it must have been for me to grow up with my parents - his were junkies and neglected their kids. My point there is he never, at any stage, had that in his life. Not as a child, not in borstal, not in prison and not when he was released. I seen first hand how a lack of hope or seeing any other options killed his spirit.
Not getting into the topic of drug dealing as I think that's too much and not straightforward, but I don't think it's as simple as anyone involved should be relegated to the fringes of society even after they turn their life around. Especially someone like Martindale who wants to help others do the same. Otherwise what's the point?
Im the same as he never makes you feel like it’s about him.One of the podders I never miss on H&H
I know exactly what you mean mate, the lad does a great jobIm the same as he never makes you feel like it’s about him.
Gies peaceNot my favourite person if I’m being honest. A lot of families in the west of Scotland will still be dealing with the destruction from what the guy done.
I’m happy he’s turned his life round. But remember every time he’s on the tv he will be a flashback to some poor family.