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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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.
This week's guest is the journalist Daniel Storey. Daniel is the Chief Football Writer at the i and has nominated Grimsby Town's Blundell Park as his ground jewel.
This season Daniel is attempting to visit every single Premier League and Football League ground and chronicling that effort in the i newspaper. We talk about his early football adventures in Africa and Europe, his love of grounds and end of the line towns where the football club is at the heart of the community.
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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.
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Artwork by Luke Williamson - https://www.lukewilliamsonart.com/
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The Ground Jewels
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.
