Here To Compete

Understanding the person behind the player.Huge sporting guests like you’ve never heard them before. Pete will be sitting down with some of sport’s biggest names, going beyond the headlines to uncover the real stories, journeys, and personalities behind the player.

Here To Compete is a sports podcast hosted by Pete Graves, with 15 episodes on record and a Required Pod Score of 80. PitchCentric scores this show on Booking Probability, Listen Score, and live audience signals refreshed every 24 hours.

Pete Graves hosts Here To Compete, a sports show with 15 episodes published.

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  Episode #5

  Chris Dobey: From Newcastle to the World Stage

  Jun 9, 202639 minS2

  <p>In this episode, Chris Dobey opens up about the journey that took him from growing up in Newcastle to becoming one of the biggest names in professional darts. Known to fans as "Hollywood", Chris reflects on his childhood, the people who shaped him, and the values that have stayed with him throughout his career.</p><p>Chris discusses the challenges and sacrifices behind reaching the top level of the sport, the pride he feels representing Newcastle on the world stage, and why his hometown continues to play such an important role in his life. From local roots to major...

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  Episode #4

  Nobby Solano: From Playing With Maradona to Becoming a Toon Hero

  May 20, 20261h 7mS2

  <p>Peruvian football icon Nobby Solano joins the show to reflect on an extraordinary career that took him from South America to the heart of Newcastle United.</p><p>In this episode, Nobby shares memories of playing alongside Diego Maradona, adapting to life and football in England, and why Newcastle became more than just a club — it became home. From dressing-room stories and unforgettable matches to the passion of the Toon Army and life after football, this is a candid conversation about identity, belonging, and a career that crossed continents.</p><p>A must-listen for football fans, Newcastle supporters, and anyone...

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  Episode #3

  Michael Chopra: From Premier League Dreams to Addiction

  May 6, 20261 hourS2

  <p>In this powerful and honest conversation, Michael Chopra opens up like never before. From the highs of professional football to the devastating reality of gambling addiction, this is the story behind the headlines.</p><p>Michael shares how his career was shaped by pressures on and off the pitch, the hidden struggles he battled in silence, and the moments that nearly cost him everything.</p><p>This isn’t just a football story — it’s a raw insight into addiction, mental health, and the reality many never see.</p><p>🎯 Topics covered:</p>Life as a professional footballerGambling addiction and its imp...

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  Here To Compete

  Olivier Bernard: the Parisian who found a home in Newcastle.

  Apr 22, 20261h 7mS0

  <p>Midnite Bet £10 get £30 free bets: https://affiliate.midnite.com/C.ashx?...</p><p>Oddballs 10% discount "COMPETE10":https://oddballsapparel.sjv.io/aNNQEM</p><p>In this powerful episode of Here To Compete, Olivier Bernard opens up about the incredible journey that shaped his life both on and off the pitch.</p><p>Born in Paris, Olivier shares what it was like growing up surrounded by gang culture and the difficult choices he faced as a young child trying to find a different path. After leaving France due to a serious dispute, he found a new beginning in the North East of...

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  Episode #1

  Andrew Cole: The Man Behind the Goals

  Apr 15, 202647 minS2

  <p>In this episode of Here To Compete, we sit down with Andrew Cole to uncover the person behind the player.From being labelled arrogant early in his career to making a life-changing move across the country to join Newcastle United, Andrew reflects on the defining moments that shaped his journey in football.He opens up about:The pressure of being misunderstood and labelled early in his careerMoving to Newcastle and adapting to a completely new environmentForming a lethal strike partnership with Peter BeardsleyHis falling out with manager Kevin KeeganThe huge impact Alex Ferguson had on his career at Manchester...

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