Rod Christopher - A life in football

Rod Christopher has spent his life in football. From playing at grassroots level for years, to youth work and coaching at Leeds United and with Manchester United at the Bobby Charlton Soccer Schools. Rod opens up about his childhood, race and the pressures of how he was perceived. He discusses the differences between working within football and playing it for fun, and what caused him to give it all up.

Om Podcasten

Speaking Out is a podcast exploring the relationship between football and mental health. Exploring a number of factors, one is the professional game and the pressures that Football as a career brings. We will also be looking into football as a recreational outlet to help deal with mental health problems. Through a series of interviews and discussion with a range of people in and around the game, we look to explore the current situation and discuss their personal experiences.