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The Pledgeball podcast is what happens when sport, culture and climate action meet. Hosted by our CEO Katie Cross and football YouTube royalty Laurence McKenna, each episode welcomes a new guest to explore the intersection of sport and sustainability, from football clubs and players to creators, campaigners and voices from beyond the sporting world. Together, they dig into practical, realistic actions fans and communities can take, from travel and food to fast fashion and the systems around the game we love. Courtesy of some very special guests, we'll keep you updated on the goings on in the Pledgeball League along the way too. But for now, sit back, relax and listen to these crucial conversations from those who are going above and beyond to Protect Where We Play.
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- 5 days ago37 min
Ep 6: Serving Up Sustainability: Tennis Ball Waste & Life on the ATP Tour with Lloyd Glasspool
This week, hosts Katie Cross and Laurence McKenna are serving up a brilliant father-son double act to explore how tennis is grappling with its own massive climate footprint. We are joined by Neil Glasspool, the driving force behind Hubba's incredible Circularball scheme, alongside his son, 2025 Wimbledon Doubles Champion Lloyd Glasspool. Together, they bridge the gap between grassroots community solutions and the relentless, international reality of elite sport. We take a deep dive into how N...
- May 12, 20261h 1m
The World Cup Fan Guide Special
The 2026 World Cup is set to be the largest tournament in football history. But what does that actually mean for the travelling fans on the ground? In this special episode, hosts Katie Cross and Laurence McKenna sit down with Ashley Brown from the Football Supporters' Association (FSA) and Madeleine Orr, Assistant Professor of Sport Ecology at the University of Toronto and author of Warming Up. Together, they cut through the gloss to look at the brutal realities awaiting supporters heading to...
- Feb 23, 202634 min
Ep 5: The season finale, lessons learned & looking back with Laurence McKenna
This week, we are shaking things up for the season finale. Host Katie Cross turns the microphone on her usual co-host, Laurence McKenna, to explore the man behind the mic. Why does sustainability matter to him? What initially drove him to join the Pledgeball project? Laurence opens up about his personal connection to the cause and what he has taken away from his time in the studio. Together, Katie and Laurence also take a trip down memory lane, looking back at the incredible roster of guests ...
- Feb 16, 202628 min
Ep 4: Sustainability at the elite level & The Red Way with Rishi Jain
This week, hosts Katie Cross and Laurence McKenna explore what sustainability looks like at the very top of the footballing pyramid. How does a global institution like Liverpool FC translate climate action into a strategy that reaches millions of fans worldwide? We are joined by Rishi Jain, Director of Impact at Liverpool, to discuss the responsibilities and opportunities that come with elite-level sport. We take a deep dive into The Red Way, the club’s comprehensive framework for people, pla...
- Feb 9, 202636 min
Ep 3: The un-dying shirt, fast fashion & inclusivity with Joana Czutkowna and Julia Cove-Smith
This week, hosts Katie Cross and Laurence McKenna unpick the fabric of the modern game. Literally. We all love copping our club's latest shirt, but have you ever stopped to consider what your kit is actually made of? We are joined by two pioneers in sustainable sportswear: Joana Czutkowna, CEO of 5THREAD, and Julia Cove-Smith, founder of Eleven as One. Together, they discuss the intersection of circular fashion, waste, and inclusivity in sport. We dive into Joana’s fascinating research on tex...
- Feb 2, 202632 min
Ep 2: Taking on Fossil Fuels from the Dressing Room with David Wheeler
We are continuing the series with a player who refused to just "stick to sports." Join hosts Katie Cross and Laurence McKenna as they sit down with former Exeter City, QPR and Wycombe Wanderers star David Wheeler to discuss what it’s like to fight for the climate from inside the professional game. From uncomfortable conversations in the dressing room to challenging the industry's sponsorship choices, David opens up about his career spent advocating for a greener future. We chat about where hi...
- Jan 26, 202626 min
Ep 1: Giving Food Waste the Red Card with Lagom Chef
We are kicking off The Pledgeball Podcast with a guest who is on a mission to fix the way we eat. Join hosts Katie Cross and Laurence McKenna as they sit down with Martyn Odell (aka Lagom Chef) to discuss why the kitchen is one of the biggest battlegrounds for the climate. From rethinking your half-time burger to turning leftovers into a result, Martyn breaks down why sustainable food doesn't have to be boring, or expensive. We chat about the impact of food waste on the planet, the challenges...
- Jan 22, 20260 min
The Pledgeball Podcast - TRAILER
COMING SOON: The Pledgeball Podcast A new podcast exploring the intersection of sport and sustainability. Hosted by Pledgeball CEO Katie Cross alongside Laurence McKenna, the show brings together voices from across football and beyond to talk food, fashion, fan power and the practical changes already happening in the game. First up: Martin Odell, aka Lagom Chef. Subscribe now and join us each week as we talk to those who Protect Where We Play.
About The Pledgeball Podcast
The Pledgeball podcast is what happens when sport, culture and climate action meet. Hosted by our CEO Katie Cross and football YouTube royalty Laurence McKenna, each episode welcomes a new guest to explore the intersection of sport and sustainability, from football clubs and players to creators, campaigners and voices from beyond the sporting world. Together, they dig into practical, realistic actions fans and communities can take, from travel and food to fast fashion and the systems around the game we love. Courtesy of some very special guests, we'll keep you updated on the goings on in the Pledgeball League along the way too. But for now, sit back, relax and listen to these crucial conversations from those who are going above and beyond to Protect Where We Play.
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