Jumpers For Goalposts: Jumpers For Goalposts: Shankly, Slopes & Sergeant Pepper

In this epic two-hour episode, Jan Gorski-Mescir ("Fydsy") guides us through Liverpool FC’s dramatic 1966–67 season, weaving together footballing highs and cultural milestones with his signature storytelling. From European heartache against Ajax in the fog of Amsterdam to thrilling league clashes with Leeds and Manchester United, the episode captures a club on the cusp of transformation. But this isn’t just a tale of football—it’s also a reflection on the era, as Jan poignantly recounts the Aberfan disaster and its deep national impact, before closing on the musical revolution sparked by The Beatles' Sgt. Pepper. A powerful, moving blend of history, sport, and soul.

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