Interviewing those who're different. Notable or not I ask them questions about themselves and try to learn a side of them they've never shown.
Interviewing those who're different. Notable or not I ask them questions about themselves and try to learn a side of them they've never shown.
Jake O’Brien joins us to talk through his journey from the streets of Cork to the Premier League spotlight at Everton. We chat about his early days in Ireland, the challenges of breaking through in England, and what life’s really like as a young defender in the top flight. Jake opens up about his mindset, the pressures of the game, and what keeps him grounded off the pitch. A proper insight into the man behind the badge. Enjoy, gang!
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Chapters:
00:00 Introduction to the Show and Guest
00:37 Icebreaker: Top PlayStation Buddies
01:37 Growing Up and Early Life
03:27 Sports Journey: From Boxing to Football
08:48 Living with Type 1 Diabetes
12:08 Football Career: From Cork City to Crystal Palace
18:31 Loan Moves and Development
21:22 Joining Lyon and Becoming a Fan Favorite
24:29 Transition to Everton and Premier League Experience
30:25 Bringing Out the Human Side
31:09 Settling into Liverpool
32:43 Cultural Experiences and Accents
34:03 Friendships and Team Dynamics
39:28 Becoming a Dad
45:13 Life as a Professional Footballer
49:26 Quick Fire Questions