The Argyle Podcast

Mayflower and maple leaves. The rise of Bim Pepple has been a joy to behold for Argyle fans but imagine being the man who gave Bim his first professional deal aged 16 - oh, and he’s also an Argyle fan. Tommy Wheeldon Jr grew up in Devon, playing football in Plymstock and training with the Argyle youth team at Harper’s Park. His journey didn’t lead to him becoming a professional but building an incredible coaching dynasty in the heart of Canada. During his time as Cavalry FC Head Coach, Tommy has seen a young Bim break into the first team as a teenager, learning from former Argyle youngster Joe Mason, and then go on and wear the green and white of the side he supports. This is the story of, Tomm Wheeldon Jr. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

His Argyle love is still strong. The disappointment of being released from the club he supported as a teenager could have been enough for Ben Tozer to drift into mediocrity. He didn’t. Instead, within a year Ben was on the move to Newcastle United after a successful season at Swindon Town. Rubbing shoulders with the likes of Michael Owen, Alan Shearer, Nicky Butt and Mark Viduka, Toze  learnt the ropes on what would be a journey to well over 600 senior appearances – with nine different clubs. Being an avid Argyle fan, and playing mostly in the lower league, his path crossed with his beloved Greens on many occasions, a fixture he and his friends and family anticipated greatly. In later life, he flirted with Hollywood and helped Wrexham to succussive promotion successes.  This is the story of, Ben Tozer. The podcast will also available wherever you get your podcasts, including Spotify, Apple Music and Amazon Music. Click here for the RSS feed. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Purse worth the money. When Darren Purse signed for Argyle in the winter of 2011, he had already played and scored in a cup final, won promotion to the Premier League and had a couple of seasons at England’s top table. However, the seemingly impossible escape from relegation at the end of the 2011/12 season is the highlight of a 28 year-long career. It was almost a career that didn’t even get started, as Pursey pursued a job as a pilot. However, success early on with Orient and Oxford gave him a chance to prove how good he was and Birmingham City under the watchful eye of Trevor Francis was the making of him. A couple of decades and 15 clubs later he’s chatting to us. This is the story of, Darren Purse. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Getting Chopsy. Martin Barlow is one of Argyle’s most colourful characters. Fondly remembered for his cheeky attitude, for his partying and above all else, his longevity as a player. He broke through as a teenager in the late 1980s, rubbing shoulders with Argyle legends such as Tommy Tynan, Kevin Summerfield and Kevin Hodges. Played under iconic managers like Peter Shilton, Neil Warnock and Paul Sturrock. And played in memorable matches including Burnley in 1995, Colchester United and Darlington in 1996 and Exeter City in 2002, albeit for the Grecians. His 13 years as an Argyle player was full of stories, antics, highs and lows and if there is one thing you need to know about Chopsy, he loved every second of it. This is the story of, Martin ‘Chopsy’ Barlow. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The champagne super striker. When Tyler Harvey made his Argyle debut, there was already quite a bit of hype around him. He was a prolific goal scorer throughout his youth days and was catching the attention of sides in the Premier League. So it was of little surprise that when he was handed his first start on Boxing Day 2012, he was the star man (well star boy) – a goal at the Devonport End in the 90th minute. What was a shock was that he never went on to fulfil that potential with Argyle. In 60 appearances he only started 11 times and as the seasons went on the opportunities faded. Just 12 months after leaving Argyle, Tyler stopped playing full-time and embarked on a new career in the ‘real world.’ That coupled with a remarkable time at Truro City has led him to going back into the professional game aged 30. And yes, he’s still scoring lots of goals. This is the story of, Tyler Harvey. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

It’s Trotman time. It was maybe his crowning glory in an Argyle shirt, scoring in injury time away to Mansfield Town to kick-start Argyle’s season. Forget Fergie time, this is Trotman’s time. It was a glorious moment in a troubled career, however. From bright things at the Burnley Academy, to the disappointment of being released. Building his career back up, getting a big money move but ultimately retiring at 28 due to chronic injuries. Neal Trotman definitely experienced the highs and lows of football.  He now, uses those experiences, to help others. A qualified physiotherapist, with first-hand experience to guide sports people and particularly footballer, who are going through a tough time.  This is the story of, Neal Trotman. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Argyle Fives on the Devon Derby.A game that needs little introduction. Since the first meeting between Argyle and Exeter City back in 1908 through to today, this game has always mattered to both sets of supporters. Throughout the past 117 years, both sides have at one stage or another, had the upper hand and there have been some blockbuster matches. Whether that be a six-goal thriller under the lights at Home Park, a narrow win with a deflected winner, a comeback to end all comebacks or just a comfortable cup win. It doesn’t matter how you win these games; it just matters that you do. Kevin Nancekivell, Charlie Price and Rob McNichol sit down to discuss their favourite five from the previous 115 Devon Derbies. Argyle Fives is also available to watch on Argyle TV - enjoy! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

College football. How many times has a football club signed a player from a university? It can’t be many. Well, one example is that of Josh Clapham, who joined Argyle in the summer of 2006 after excelling during his time at the University of Plymouth. Put forward by his uni coach, the legendary Fred Binney, he impressed Ian Holloway sufficiently to give him a contract for the season. Now, despite never playing a competitive game for Argyle, Josh did play in that famous friendly with Real Madrid and lived out his, and many others, childhood dream of being a professional footballer. This is the story of, Josh Clapham. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The ultimate team player. Jon Ashton lived out the dream of many – playing for the club he supported. From the moment the door to playing for Argyle opened, thanks to a chance conversation at a cattle sale, Ashy was never going to let the opportunity pass him by. From cleaning boots, to picking up cones even going in goal when required; Jon’s love of Argyle was evident in every game he played. This is the story of, Jon Ashton. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Working six ‘till six, what a way to make a living. What goes into being the Head Coach of Plymouth Argyle? Well, a lot – that’s the short answer. Tom Clevelrey arrived at Home Park in the summer of 2025. He was touted as being one of the hottest prospects in terms of coaches in England and it’s clear to see why. The effort and detail that goes into the day-to-day is dizzying and the work ethic that he lives by has clearly been drilled into him through the different challenges and obstacles he’s overcome in his career. As a player he excelled. A Premier League champion, England international and Olympian. But as a coach, he feels even more comfortable. This is the story of, our gaffer, Tom Cleverley. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices