Are You Not Entertained?

AYNE 328 - The Groundsmen

18 Feb 2021

Contributed by Lukas

The lads enjoy lunch break discussing Springsteen, celeb sponsorship, taking money from the vice industries, closed leagues, and so much more. An hour...

AYNE 327 - Goal/Own Goal

11 Feb 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Grant and Roger discuss India, cricket, captains, Disney+, fantasy, meme culture, Mahomes, golf distances, and silent Olympics crowds.

AYNE 326 - Bitter Sweet Symphony - Pat Nevin

08 Feb 2021

Contributed by Lukas

The lads are joined by Pat Nevin to discuss how music and football intertwined in his career. Songs that changed lives, concerts missed still regrette...

AYNE 325 - THE CAPTAINS TABLE - Jamie Roberts (in association with Loch Lomond Whiskies)

04 Feb 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Wales & British & Irish Lion Centre - Jamie Roberts joins The Captain this week to share his love of sport.  A life long Manchester United supporter,...

AYNE 324 - Gabriele Marcotti

28 Jan 2021

Contributed by Lukas

The lads welcome ESPN's Gabriele Marcotti to talk about the seismic changes in global sport, its media, and its fandom. How far is sport moving into t...

AYNE 323 - The Repricing of Sports Risk

21 Jan 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Giles and Roger got on a call with 3 true experts in data and risk management, from Zone7, Pumpjack Dataworks, and Control Risks. We just pressed reco...

AYNE 322 - Goal/Own Goal

14 Jan 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Grant and Roger discuss verbal abuse in sport and is it ever justified? The Lions on British soil? Subscription models and so much more.

AYNE 321 - THE CAPTAINS TABLE - Eddie Pepperell (in association with Loch Lomond Whiskies)

07 Jan 2021

Contributed by Lukas

One of our favourite guests - European Tour golfer Eddie Pepperell - makes his debut on board the Rive Gauche this week.  Forthright and independent ...

AYNE 320 - Bitter Sweet Symphony - Billy Sloan, Part2

02 Jan 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Part Two of the first episode of Bitter Sweet Symphony where #AYNE is hoping to explore in depth the links between sport and music, speaking to the in...

AYNE 319 - Bitter Sweet Symphony - Billy Sloan, Part 1

30 Dec 2020

Contributed by Lukas

In the first episode of Bitter Sweet Symphony #AYNE is hoping to explore in depth the links between sport and music, speaking to the insiders and star...

AYNE 318 - Deepen Parikh

24 Dec 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Deepen Parikh co-founder of Courtside Ventures joins the lads to discuss financing innovation in sport. It is rare to have someone so central to the V...

AYNE 317 - The Groundsmen

17 Dec 2020

Contributed by Lukas

The Groundsmen discuss the IOC and what it should be in 2020; is football in any way controllable in a world of feral fandom; and the juxtaposition of...

AYNE 316 - Goal/Own Goal

10 Dec 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Grant and Rog discuss personal tears for Diego, the return of fickle fans, the coming golden age for F1, successful fake boxing , and building stadia ...

AYNE 315 - THE CAPTAINS TABLE - Rich Beem (in association with Loch Lomond Whiskies)

03 Dec 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Joining the Captain on board this month is former PGA Championship winner & Sky Sports Golf Commentator, Rich Beem. Rich unveils the recipe for his si...

AYNE 314 - George Pyne

24 Nov 2020

Contributed by Lukas

This week on the Big Interview we discuss the industry with a real kingmaker and powerbroker, George Pyne of Bruin Sports Capital. How is he setting o...

AYNE 313 - The Groundsmen

19 Nov 2020

Contributed by Lukas

The Groundsmen have a ROBUST conversation around why sports is special, compared to other entertainment content. Or is it? And how do you tell if you ...

AYNE 312 - Goal/Own Goal

12 Nov 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Grant and Roger take their monthly journey to seek out the beauty and absurdities of sport. From the sublime to the ridiculous. Always with a chuckle!...

AYNE 311 - THE CAPTAINS TABLE - Michael Vaughan (in association with Loch Lomond Whiskies)

05 Nov 2020

Contributed by Lukas

The Captain is joined this week by former England Cricket Captain - Michael Vaughan - the mastermind behind England's famous Ashes win in 2005.  A pr...

AYNE 310 - Al Guido

29 Oct 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Al Guido is a sports fan from Philly. His dog is called Rocky! He is now also one of the most powerful people in the industry, running the 49ers and E...

AYNE 309 - The Groundsmen

22 Oct 2020

Contributed by Lukas

The humble Groundsmen discuss the Inconvenient Truth that “normal has left the building for sport”. So what now? Laser sharp analysis from the lad...

AYNE 308 - Goal/Own Goal

15 Oct 2020

Contributed by Lukas

This week’s GoG looks at the increasingly jaw dropping events in sport, wherever you look. From the vicious hardball politics around football, to cy...

AYNE 307 - THE CAPTAINS TABLE - Dame Laura Davies (in association with Loch Lomond Whiskies)

08 Oct 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Dame Laura Davies joins the Captain this week.  One of Great Britain’s most celebrated sportswomen - Laura was inducted into World Golf’s Hall of...

AYNE 306 - James Yandle

01 Oct 2020

Contributed by Lukas

The new owner of Ospreys Rugby, James Yandle, takes us inside the tent to tell us what he’s found and where he wants to take the club, together with...

AYNE 305 - THE CAPTAINS TABLE - Tim Henman (in association with Loch Lomond Whiskies)

24 Sep 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Former British Tennis Player Tim Henman joins the Captain this week to share his love of sport - and wine.  A hugely talented amateur golfer and oeno...

AYNE 304 - The Groundsmen

22 Sep 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Join the Groundsmen discussing the imminent Armageddon in the sports industry. How bad is it going to be? Just follow the money, or lack of it!! A dis...

AYNE 303 - Goal/Own Goal

17 Sep 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Grant and Roger romp around the stories of recent days from the ridiculous to the sublime. #f1; #canelo; #foden; #greenwood; #nole and Serbia discrimi...

AYNE 302 - THE CAPTAINS TABLE - Andrew Cotter (in association with Loch Lomond Whiskies)

10 Sep 2020

Contributed by Lukas

After a four weeks shore leave, the Captain returns to his ship to welcome Andrew Cotter to the table.  A man who is simply the voice of BBC Sport - ...

AYNE 301 - Sir Martin Sorrell

03 Sep 2020

Contributed by Lukas

The lads kick off season 3 of The Interview with Sir Martin Sorrell who, for over 40 years,  through IMG to S4 via WPP, has been the global  preemin...

AYNE 260 - The Groundsmen

27 Aug 2020

Contributed by Lukas

The Groundsmen discuss the Perfect Storm in sport. From how the social platforms are preparing for the green shoots, to how the money guys are smellin...

AYNE 259 - Goal/Own Goal

20 Aug 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Grant and Roger gets their teeth into the comical and tragic of a week in sport. Barca, F1, Iggy Pop, golf etiquette, content cock-ups, The Mets, fail...

AYNE 258 - Goal/Own Goal (with special guest Hugh Hendry)

13 Aug 2020

Contributed by Lukas

AYNE has managed to attract some top top guests. In today’s GOG episode we host hedge fund legend Hugh Hendry. An “eclectic” conversation that i...

AYNE 257 - Kelvin MacKenzie

06 Aug 2020

Contributed by Lukas

The lads have an intimate relaxed chat with one of the key personalities of the last 30 years in sport and media. From the shambles of the EFL, charla...

AYNE 256 - THE CAPTAINS TABLE - Tommy Fleetwood (in association with Loch Lomond Whiskies)

30 Jul 2020

Contributed by Lukas

This week Captain Giles Morgan is joined by 2018 Ryder Cup superstar Tommy Fleetwood.  One of the most successful English golfers in recent years, To...

AYNE 255 - The Groundsmen

23 Jul 2020

Contributed by Lukas

The Groundsmen take on UEFA, Ferrari, sports’ profitability post ManCity, Tilsley’s whinge, athlete content overload, the GymShark valuation and t...

AYNE 254 - THE CAPTAINS TABLE - Lord Sebastian Coe (in association with Loch Lomond Whiskies)

16 Jul 2020

Contributed by Lukas

This week’s guest on The Captain’s Table podcast is Lord Sebastian Coe. One of the world’s greatest ever athletes and currently President of Wor...

AYNE 253 - Goal/Own Goal

14 Jul 2020

Contributed by Lukas

The boys change gear with GOG to have a good laugh with snooker, tennis under pressure, Lenny Kravitz, FIFA excesses, Wigan, baseball and Michael Vick...

AYNE 252 - Gerry Cardinale

09 Jul 2020

Contributed by Lukas

The boys welcome Gerry Cardinale of RedBird Capital to the podcast for a remarkable discussion that explores the mindset of potential investors in spo...

AYNE 251 - THE CAPTAINS TABLE - Gary Player (in association with Loch Lomond Whiskies)

02 Jul 2020

Contributed by Lukas

This week on The Captain’s Table, Giles is joined by golfing royalty - Gary Player. One of the original “Big 3”, The Black Knight won 9 Majors a...

AYNE 250 - The Groundsmen

25 Jun 2020

Contributed by Lukas

The Groundsmen ask whether sport really wants to move into direct relationships with its fans. Or actually just prefers safe cash up front. How to ma...

AYNE 249 - THE CAPTAINS TABLE - Lee Westwood (in association with Loch Lomond Whiskies)

18 Jun 2020

Contributed by Lukas

This week, Giles “the Captain” Morgan welcomes British golfer Lee Westwood to The Captain’s Table. An avid fan of all sports, Lee shares his lov...

AYNE 248 - Goal/Own Goal (with special guest Jim Kerr)

16 Jun 2020

Contributed by Lukas

On Goal/Own Goal this week, Grant and Roger tackle sport and #blacklivesmatter, with a bit of help. The legendary Jim Kerr of Simple Minds and Artists...

AYNE 247 - Gary Sweet

11 Jun 2020

Contributed by Lukas

The boys host one of the most progressive football club owner/managers around. Listening to Gary Sweet of Luton Town is the shot in the arm the whole ...

AYNE 246 - Laurie Pinto

07 Jun 2020

Contributed by Lukas

In our current theme of “how investable is sport?” we pick the brains of financier deal-maker Laurie Pinto to understand how opportunities are ass...

AYNE 245 - THE CAPTAINS TABLE - George Gregan (in association with Loch Lomond Whiskies)

04 Jun 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Giles "The Captain" Morgan welcomes aboard former Wallabies Scrum-Half and Rugby World Cup winner, George Gregan aboard the Rive Gauche. Together they...

AYNE 244 - The Groundsmen

28 May 2020

Contributed by Lukas

On today’s episode of the Groundsmen we get a sponsorship masterclass from the Captain, as we assess the debris caused by Covid like in DAZN, F1, EF...

AYNE 243 - Is Scottish football investable?

25 May 2020

Contributed by Lukas

A discussion with Scottish football insiders around how the game needs to change to attract outside capital. Pertinent to all sports short of cash pos...

AYNE 242 - Goal/Own Goal

21 May 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Roger asks Grant, as a lifelong NBA fan, to unpack the beauty and power of the The Last Dance. It’s not an explanation, it’s a sonnet. Unmissable ...

AYNE 241 - THE CAPTAINS TABLE - Gavin Hastings (in association with Loch Lomond Whiskies)

19 May 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Brought to you by Loch Lomond Whiskies and Are You Not Entertained, this week The Captain is joined by one of the finest rugby players ever to play fo...

AYNE 240 - Tomi Kovanen

14 May 2020

Contributed by Lukas

The competition for kids’ time has never been so intense. From TikTok to esports to Disney+. How will traditional sport address that battle for atte...

AYNE 239 - THE CAPTAINS TABLE - Thomas Bjorn (in association with Loch Lomond Whiskies)

07 May 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Brought to you by Loch Lomond Whiskies and Are You Not Entertained, this week's The Captain’s Table, Giles “The Captain” Morgan welcomes former...

AYNE 238 - The Groundsmen

30 Apr 2020

Contributed by Lukas

On this episode of The Groundsmen, Grant, Roger & Giles focus on what the future commercial landscape of sport will look like - and what rights-holder...

AYNE 237 - Goal/Own Goal

23 Apr 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Goals and Own Goals with special guest Chris Cairns. Great segue from gold medalist swimmer Mark Henderson. Wonderful conversation including the deman...

AYNE 236 - Mark Henderson

16 Apr 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Olympic gold medalist swimmer Mark Henderson shares his personal journey to success and glory. Mindset, discipline, coaching, teamwork. Unique and emo...

AYNE 235 - THE CAPTAINS TABLE - Lawrence Dallaglio

09 Apr 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Giles "The Captain" Morgan welcomes aboard retired England Rugby Captain and Rugby World Cup winner, Lawrence Dallaglio.  Together they muse the true...

AYNE 234 - The Groundsmen

02 Apr 2020

Contributed by Lukas

The lads discuss how the dominoes will fall in the sport reset. Sport has globalised commercialised and polarised in the last generation. How will thi...

AYNE 233 - Eddie Pepperell

26 Mar 2020

Contributed by Lukas

This week the boys welcome back golfer, bon vivant and all-round good guy Eddie Pepperell to the podcast. The conversation covers the proposed "Premi...

AYNE 232 - THE CAPTAINS TABLE - Sir Chris Hoy

23 Mar 2020

Contributed by Lukas

This week on The Captain’s Table, Giles “The Captain” Morgan welcomes former track cyclist Sir Chris Hoy on board The Rive Gauche. 6 times Olymp...

AYNE 231 - Goal/Own Goal

16 Mar 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Analysing the coronavirus disaster for sport. Where to now? Which dominoes fall? How does sport come out the other end? The lads wind the tape forward...

AYNE 230 - Fausto Zanetton

12 Mar 2020

Contributed by Lukas

A more serious and in depth discussion this week from the lads to discuss the impacts of coronoavirus on sport and economics. Football financier Faust...

AYNE 229 - THE CAPTAINS TABLE - Jonathan Davies

09 Mar 2020

Contributed by Lukas

This week on The Captain’s Table, Giles "The Captain" Morgan welcomes former Welsh Rugby Union and Great Britain Rugby League superstar Jonathan Dav...

AYNE 228 - Goal/Own Goal

05 Mar 2020

Contributed by Lukas

The boys talks about coronavirus and sport, and where the dominoes will fall. The unfairness of gender fluid sports, and drugs cheaters revisited. Ada...

AYNE 227 - Duncan Castles

27 Feb 2020

Contributed by Lukas

The lads welcome football insider Duncan Castles to discuss the seedy underbelly of football. Wee Jim and bribery in Rome, pushing the drugs envelope ...

AYNE 226 - THE CAPTAINS TABLE - Rory McIlroy

24 Feb 2020

Contributed by Lukas

This week, the World Number One golfer Rory McIlroy is welcomed onboard The pirate ship The Rive Gauche by "Captain” Giles Morgan and his ill-temper...

AYNE 225 - Goal/Own Goal

20 Feb 2020

Contributed by Lukas

The boys (nervously) laugh at the absurdity of politics and sport including: the best Presidential insults; floating mulligans; forgetting your nation...

AYNE 224 - Caroline Rowland

13 Feb 2020

Contributed by Lukas

With Grant (009) in absentia saving the world, Roger and Giles "The Captain" play host to the wonderfully elegant and smart Caroline Rowland. From bid...

AYNE 223 - THE CAPTAINS TABLE - Brian O'Driscoll

10 Feb 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Giles "The Captain" Morgan invites Irish Rugby Union legend, Brian O'Driscoll, to sit down to the captain's table. Brian tells us the unique nature o...

AYNE 222 - Goal/Own Goal

06 Feb 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Our own Saint and Grievesy go well off the beaten track this week discussing twerking and satanism in sport. In theory a discussion on the superbowl, ...

AYNE 221 - Nathan Homer

30 Jan 2020

Contributed by Lukas

The lads chat with Nathan Homer from NowTV (SKY) and debate very very honestly which sports aren’t going to make it as the economics of sports chang...

AYNE 220 - THE CAPTAINS TABLE - Mark Pougatch

27 Jan 2020

Contributed by Lukas

This week, Giles "The Captain" Morgan welcomes British sports Tv & Radio broadcaster Mark Pougatch to The Captain’s Table.  A light-hearted 35 minu...

AYNE 219 - Goal/Own Goal

23 Jan 2020

Contributed by Lukas

The boys have a bitter sweet discussion around cheating, the purity of sport, and the lack of perspective in the woke society. From the beauty of the ...

AYNE 218 - THE CAPTAINS TABLE - Jason Robinson

20 Jan 2020

Contributed by Lukas

A new series brought to you by the team at Are You Not Entertained sees Giles "The Captain" Morgan at The Captain’s Table where he welcomes aboard E...

AYNE 217 - James Elliott

16 Jan 2020

Contributed by Lukas

The lads welcome James Elliott on the “how f*cked is sport” episode. No punches pulled in discussing who wont make it as business models change a...

AYNE 216 - Goal/Own Goal

09 Jan 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Grant and Roger, in their own inimitable way, choose their sporting Goals and Own Goals for 2019 and peer into the future to see what the New Year has...

AYNE 215 - Joe Markowski

02 Jan 2020

Contributed by Lukas

The lads have a Christmas chat with one of sport’s true disruptors from the new generation: Joe Markowski of Dazn. Discussing the lessons of working...

AYNE 214 - Ian Ritchie

20 Dec 2019

Contributed by Lukas

The boys host the legendary multi sports administrator Ian Ritchie. Forthright discussion on the Damned United, West Ham, Wimbledon, Rugby. Focussing ...

AYNE 213 - Goal/Own Goal

12 Dec 2019

Contributed by Lukas

One of our most authentic chats. Roger and Grant discuss Mexican boxers, Dazn, the return of the Old Firm, Patrick Reid and bunkers, asking football t...

AYNE 212 - John Hopkins

05 Dec 2019

Contributed by Lukas

The lads are joined by the legendary golf author John Hopkins, to discuss golfing heroes, the beauty and the codes of great sports writing, and a mill...

AYNE 211 - Simon Hallett

28 Nov 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Simon Hallett, the new owner of a Plymouth Argyle talks about running a community club on 2019, attracting new audiences, player strategies, and “no...

AYNE 210 - Andy Sutherden

21 Nov 2019

Contributed by Lukas

The lads are joined by senior sports insider Andy “the nugget” Sutherden from industry giant CAA. Very spikey discussions around Gomez/Sterling; “...

AYNE 209 - Goal/Own Goal

14 Nov 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Statler and Waldorf come back for their Goal Own Goal “ok boomer” rants. This week its fake boxing, the end of influencers, glorious Lionesses, an...

AYNE 208 - Jeehae Lee & Craig Connolly (the wee man)

08 Nov 2019

Contributed by Lukas

The lads are joined by the world famous caddy Craig Connolly (the wee man) and ex LPGA pro and golf visionary Jeehae Lee from TopGolf. A roundtable di...

AYNE 207 - Gavin Hastings

31 Oct 2019

Contributed by Lukas

The team are joined by rugby legend Gavin Hastings on the eve of a world cup final for an eye-opening discussion. We discuss the Haka; TMO; tiny margi...

AYNE 206 - Phil Liggett

24 Oct 2019

Contributed by Lukas

The lads are schooled by Phil Liggett, the Oracle of Cycling, who talks about Mercx, Bartoli, Coppi and now all the fresh exciting young riders. Aston...

AYNE 205 - Goal/Own Goal - 13 October 2019

17 Oct 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Grant and Roger discuss realpolitik in sports. Having “shameless liars” as fit and proper owners; who really cares about international football; c...

AYNE 204 - Chris Sweeney - 04 October 2019

10 Oct 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Chris Sweeney joins Giles, Grant and Roger to discuss his book on Thomas Gravesen, the last of the football mavericks. From porn stars to poker and kn...

AYNE 203 - Goal/Own Goal - 02 October 2019

03 Oct 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Roger and Grant discuss the impossible job of running a league, as sport polarises and money talks; the impact of fan-run leagues; managers and their ...

AYNE 202 - Mark Oliver - 24 September 2019

26 Sep 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Giles Morgan joins the home team for an astonishing conversation with Mark Oliver, one of the most prescient minds in sport. We get to see the future ...

AYNE 201 - Season Kickoff - 15 September 2019

19 Sep 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Grant and Roger come back for Season 2 and review an amazing summer of sport, both on and off the field. Cricket, Tennis, Golf, Politics, and of cours...

AYNE 026 - Goal/Own Goal - 02 June 2019

04 Jun 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Grant and Roger do their season finale Goal Own Goal, and reflect on their passion project experience as authentically as possible. Arrivederci hopefu...

AYNE 025 - Matteo Campodonico - 28 May 2019

29 May 2019

Contributed by Lukas

The boys host the founder of Wyscout, Matteo Campodonico, who explains  how he developed his vision for moneyball for European football. From his lov...

AYNE 024 - Zarah Al-Kudcy - 17 May 2019

19 May 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Grant and Roger are joined by F1’s Zarah Al-Kudcy to discuss balance and progress in sport. From Highbury to Hockenheim, via cricket and rugby, this...

AYNE 023 - Goal/Own Goal - 10 May 2019

10 May 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Grant and Roger give us their own personal views on an amazing week for football both on and off the pitch. From their own inimitable perspective. No ...

AYNE 022 - Chris Cairns - 29 April 2019

05 May 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Grant and Roger welcome world class, and very erudite, cricketer Chris Cairns for a very honest conversation. Discussing being the son of a great spor...

AYNE 021 - Eddie Pepperell - 25 April 2019

28 Apr 2019

Contributed by Lukas

A unique insight into the mindset and DNA of a top top golfer and very impressive young man. On and off the course, he is astonishingly deep, and yet...

AYNE 020 - Matt Rogan - 16 April 2019

21 Apr 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Matt Rogan, son of sporting parents; a reluctant wing back wanting to be Nevin; standing in the Shed; loving the lonely mental battle of tennis and ...

AYNE 019 - Goal/Own Goal - 8 April 2019

14 Apr 2019

Contributed by Lukas

From Malibu to Augusta National our hosts discuss NCAA and true sportsmanship, German bottle crashing at Dortmund, Neeta’s story changing young girl...

AYNE 018 - Federico Smanio - 1 April 2019

07 Apr 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Grant and Roger delve into the world of Italian football with Federico Smanio. Ex pro, ex league director, currently running the wonderful Wylab sport...

AYNE 017 - Goal/Own Goal - 25 March 2019

31 Mar 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Grant enjoys commenting on the international week, dwelling on diverging fortunes for the home nations; the ongoing purgatory of Scotland, and the fea...

AYNE 016 - Richard Gillis - 18 March 2019

24 Mar 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Roger and Grant host a very special guest in Richard Gillis. Journalist, author (The Captain Myth) and all round thought leader in sport. Astonishing ...

AYNE 015 - Goal/Own Goal - 15 March 2019

17 Mar 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Grant and Roger discuss charming the ladies at baseball, English clubs doing the business in Europe, fan invasions and paying the price, bribing sport...