The Ground Jewels

By: James Dixon
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  • The Ground Jewels celebrates beloved sporting venues that hold a special place in our hearts. Each week host and sports author James Dixon (known for 'The Fix' and 'World in Union') is joined by a different guest to explore the sense of place that provides a unique bond between an individual and their favorite sports ground. Our guests share their personal stories, remember nostalgic moments all while distilling their perfect sporting fan experience.
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  • 30. Simon Inglis & Villa Park

    30. Simon Inglis & Villa Park
    Aug 17 2024
    This week's guest is the writer and architectural historian Simon Inglis. Simon has nominated Villa Park, home of Aston Villa Football Club as his Ground Jewel. His book Football Grounds of England and Wales was first published in 1983 and it has been chosen by readers of The Times as the fourth best football book of all time. We discussed Simon's Villa Park origin story, sight lines, smells and what makes Birmingham a truly exceptional city. *** Hosted by sports author James Dixon ('The Fix' & 'World in Union') the Ground Jewels podcast is dedicated to celebrating the deep connections individuals have with their favorite sports grounds. *** Artwork by Luke Williamson - https://www.lukewilliamsonart.com/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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    1 hr and 13 mins
  • 29. Ian McMillan & Oakwell

    29. Ian McMillan & Oakwell
    Aug 9 2024
    This week's guest is the poet, playwright and journalist, Ian McMillan. Ian has nominated Oakwell, home of Barnsley Football Club as his Ground Jewel. Ian is an acclaimed writer known for his strong and distinctive South Yorkshire accent as well as being the first poet-in-residence at a Premier League club, an idea dreamed up in a pub. We discussed what makes Oakwell special including, the magnificent floodlights; the poetry of football and what Ian beautifully calls 'The Theatre of Annecdote'. *** Hosted by sports author James Dixon ('The Fix' & 'World in Union') the Ground Jewels podcast is dedicated to celebrating the deep connections individuals have with their favorite sports grounds. *** Artwork by Luke Williamson - https://www.lukewilliamsonart.com/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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    1 hr and 4 mins
  • Season 3 Preview

    Season 3 Preview
    Aug 7 2024
    The Ground Jewels is back for another season to celebrate special sporting places. Each Friday sports author James Dixon will invite a guest to share with you their Ground Jewel and together they will explore what makes that place special. In this preview episode, James discusses what happened to him this summer, talks about his trip to Paris, including some of the fantastic venues that are being used for the Summer Olympics; and he teases some of the great grounds that are coming up on this season of The Ground Jewels. #VillaPark #LaBombonera #TheOval #Oakwell New episodes every Friday. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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    17 mins
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