Sponsored by LiveScore: livescoremedia.onelink.me/5KrT/9amrzpfl 0:00; - Intro 1:06; - Rio recalls England training session with Aaron Lennon 4:09; - The difference between the wingers today and old school wingers 7:32; - Jermaine Jenas’ message to Aaron Lennon 10:47; - Aaron Lennon’s path to the first team 18:21; - Aaron Lennon on leaving Leeds 21:40; - Aaron Lennon on moving to Tottenham and how he settled 27:56; - Who impress Aaron Lennon most at Tottenham 29:40; - Modric’s potential at Tottenham 32:08; - Moussa Dembele’s talent 36:43; - The banned Christmas party at Tottenham 39:00; - Ledley King’s talent 46:13; - Aaron Lennon on leaving Tottenham and Pochettino’s influence 51:25; - Harry Kane’s talent & rise 54:29; - Rio & Lennons best 5 a side Tottenham team 56:05; - Aaron Lennon on mental health as a player 1:08:06; - Aaron Lennon’s recovery 1:16:01; - Moving to Burnley & Kayserispor and managing mental health 1:21:28; - Outro
Rio forgot to add Suarez to the players who dominated the league. Whether intentional or accidental, we'll never know. From a Liverpool fan in Nairobi 😂😂.
I work as mental health practitioner and I have huge respect for Aaron talking so bravely and articulately about his experiences. People like yourself are huge role models and actively challenge the stigma round mental health and the point that anyone in society can be affected. Your humility and candour are inspiring.
Lennon is a football legend imo. Every time he got the ball on the wing for spurs, the sound of everyone’s seats going up was crazy. You always thought he was going to do something with the ball. Thanks Lennon for all the memories!
Wow that was so touching, what a fella and absolute legend Aaron is for speaking about his journey. These ex footballer interviews are so good, what an era they all got to play in with so many great stories. Love it
Thank you to Aaron for speaking out. He's 100% right that we need to normalise these conversations. I am so glad he got the help he needed, that he didn't give in to those dark thoughts and that he's still in this world to share his story. We need more people like him
What an important interview… I was gripped once he started speaking about the MH and it was so real. All the signs he so accurately articulated convinced me he knows what it really is. Felt like he sees it… more people need to have him on podcasts etc
Aaron, even as a United fan since the late 90s, I was always impressed by your suave & style while you played for Spurs. Hearing you speak openly about the experiences you had, gives me the vibes, I could listen to this for hours. Thank you again Vibe for sharing these interviews, loved EVERY of them.
Hold tight Aaron Lennon. United supporter but hes one of the best players around and a good dude. Loving this interview so far - like chatting with one of the mandem. Well done bro
I ‘m on my second time through this interview- mad respect bro . I went through depression and it’s hard to express the helplessness you feel . I got the 72 hour hold , the sleeping excessively all he said and now i’ve been in therapy for years. Thanks for sharing and if anyone needs help please seek it .
Huge Respect for Aaron to talk about his challenges. When you strip it back we may not support the teams he plays for, but ultimately he is human like the rest of us and goes through life's challenges like we all do. You don't appreciate life until your hear stories like this one. Wish you all the best in your future endeavours.
I work in mental health and have also experienced bad mental health too. I just wanted to thank you so much, Aaron Lennon. You don't realise how many people you helped with this interview. Through your bravery, you could have possibly saved some lives ❤
YOOOO, these interviews are just the best man. I'm only like 15 minutes in. Great job guys! Lennon was a badboy! I remember them yellow boots at spurs. Proper old school winger, they don't make them like that anymore. All the best!
Aaron what a man, I work in mental health on an adult male picu ward and I work with men who are on section. You are a brave man and I shed a tear when you shared your story. Hold your head up high! More needs to be spoken about this it really does bravo!
Absolutely top tier content! As a football fan is so interesting listening to players talk about their career / dressing room / other players / nights out. I could go on. Also massive respect to Aaron for talking about his struggles and normalising it for anyone else out there who might be struggling as well.
Ste was very reserved throughout the session...thinking his prior issues were keeping him back...was probably very good for him to listen to this. I am 60yrs old and ex-military, saw some things...more than not it was the way it affected the guys around that impacted me. Talking is the KEY>....
As a Liverpool fan it was a pleasure to see how you play , Aaron. My dream was you to play for Liverpool. Jermaine Pennant was one of my favourite players , and you.
Arsenal fan here, but Aaron Lennon was confusingly one of my favourite players. Used to love watching him play at times. So much so, I used to copy his playing style when I played with the stop and go. Underrated player man. Hats off to him for overcoming his difficulties and great to see him back in his feet!
Excellent, excellent conversation. Love the different topics covered, from dutty nightclubs like Faces to real emotional experiences and Recovery through self care. Enjoyed the journey this podcast took me on 👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻
Men,the whole interview i was watching rio he was shock ,thank God you are back on your fit Aaron lenon,depression is really affecting alot of people, but people feel reluctant to come out and open up
Bloody loved Azza at Spurs so underrated amongst the average football fan & pundits but NOT by the Spurs faithful, highly respected appreciated & remembered fondly, i am glad to see him feeling so well where he’s in a position to be able to talk so freely about his issues & just also give advice to help others, proper decent lad, Big up Aaron Lennon 👏👏👏 Spurs & England 👊
This wasn't easy. Thank you Aaron for sharing. You and Wayne were the Genesis of it all for the current England team, sorry about the countless injuries and the setbacks.
This show just keeps on going from strength to strength! Amazing conversation, love to see the progress he's made and how well he's doing! Just goes to show, you never know what someone is going through, even people that you think have it all can be suffering in there own way, everyone is human. Great job guys, Joel stop forcing Arsenal on everyone 😂
Another great episode gent's and as a person who suffers with some of the same mental health issues as Arron to see him like this gives a lot of hope. Thank you Aza
I struggled with depression in my mid 20s, and definitely can relate to how Aaron was feeling. Really great to see him speaking out and doing what he can to help others. Great episode lads.
49:14 Andros Townsend echos the same thing on MNF on 5 Live. He said Poch increases the training load/intensity during the first part of the season then slowly reduces it as the season goes by.
Lennon is the one England winger in the golden generation who didn't have Space Jam syndrome. In both 2006 and 2010, he took his man on, went down the outside and put in dangerous balls. People always compared Lennon and Walcott, but there was never any comparison. Lennon was clear as a winger. Frightening pace, acceleration, and good feet in tight spaces to go with it.
I remember when I was 14 I found out that I will no grow up more than 165. I started to search for players with this height and could not find nobody, everyone was around 170 atleast like Messi, Iniesta... Then I found this guy who was absolute speed monster with the same height and style of play. Thanks Aaron for all really short players to give us hope to be professional players! Happy despite all the struggles what role model you´ve become.
As a United fan I thought Lennon would’ve been an incredible player at United after Ronaldo left. He was wicked down the right. So fast and the ball was glued to his foot.
awesome one as I previously wrote, there are few bigger fans of this player than myself, so effective on the wing Shame nobody mentioned the "poisoning" of the Spurs team in 2006
Sponsored by LiveScore: livescoremedia.onelink.me/5KrT/9amrzpfl
0:00; - Intro
1:06; - Rio recalls England training session with Aaron Lennon
4:09; - The difference between the wingers today and old school wingers
7:32; - Jermaine Jenas’ message to Aaron Lennon
10:47; - Aaron Lennon’s path to the first team
18:21; - Aaron Lennon on leaving Leeds
21:40; - Aaron Lennon on moving to Tottenham and how he settled
27:56; - Who impress Aaron Lennon most at Tottenham
29:40; - Modric’s potential at Tottenham
32:08; - Moussa Dembele’s talent
36:43; - The banned Christmas party at Tottenham
39:00; - Ledley King’s talent
46:13; - Aaron Lennon on leaving Tottenham and Pochettino’s influence
51:25; - Harry Kane’s talent & rise
54:29; - Rio & Lennons best 5 a side Tottenham team
56:05; - Aaron Lennon on mental health as a player
1:08:06; - Aaron Lennon’s recovery
1:16:01; - Moving to Burnley & Kayserispor and managing mental health
1:21:28; - Outro
Rio forgot to add Suarez to the players who dominated the league. Whether intentional or accidental, we'll never know. From a Liverpool fan in Nairobi 😂😂.
It's cool seeing all the retired players I grew up during the 2000s talking and hearing their stories.
I work as mental health practitioner and I have huge respect for Aaron talking so bravely and articulately about his experiences. People like yourself are huge role models and actively challenge the stigma round mental health and the point that anyone in society can be affected. Your humility and candour are inspiring.
100% mate. Are you a PWP by any chance ?
@@trillestarchives O.T is specialty.
You either die a hero , or live long enough to become a villain . Stay woke in these streets lid
yes, its easier to go early as a hero and a villian if you have many years to botlle up. logic!
Lennon is a football legend imo. Every time he got the ball on the wing for spurs, the sound of everyone’s seats going up was crazy. You always thought he was going to do something with the ball. Thanks Lennon for all the memories!
Wow that was so touching, what a fella and absolute legend Aaron is for speaking about his journey. These ex footballer interviews are so good, what an era they all got to play in with so many great stories. Love it
Thank you to Aaron for speaking out. He's 100% right that we need to normalise these conversations. I am so glad he got the help he needed, that he didn't give in to those dark thoughts and that he's still in this world to share his story. We need more people like him
What an important interview… I was gripped once he started speaking about the MH and it was so real. All the signs he so accurately articulated convinced me he knows what it really is. Felt like he sees it… more people need to have him on podcasts etc
Aaron Lennon was a winger’s winger!!! Pace like no other, had the dribbles, and those low fast cross!
He was bang average & won nothing lol 😭
Top bloke as well!
@@MalcolmTann0 🤦🏾♂️
@MalcolmTann0 behave, Lennon was decent..one of the better wingers of his era
@@OnlyNanz bro be real he was trash a pace merchant, never scored more than 5 goals in a season
Aaron, even as a United fan since the late 90s, I was always impressed by your suave & style while you played for Spurs. Hearing you speak openly about the experiences you had, gives me the vibes, I could listen to this for hours. Thank you again Vibe for sharing these interviews, loved EVERY of them.
Hold tight Aaron Lennon. United supporter but hes one of the best players around and a good dude. Loving this interview so far - like chatting with one of the mandem. Well done bro
I ‘m on my second time through this interview- mad respect bro . I went through depression and it’s hard to express the helplessness you feel . I got the 72 hour hold , the sleeping excessively all he said and now i’ve been in therapy for years. Thanks for sharing and if anyone needs help please seek it .
Huge Respect for Aaron to talk about his challenges. When you strip it back we may not support the teams he plays for, but ultimately he is human like the rest of us and goes through life's challenges like we all do. You don't appreciate life until your hear stories like this one. Wish you all the best in your future endeavours.
This is going to help a lot of people out there! You're never alone ✊
The man who made me support Spurs, Aaron Lennon what a sensation... Mesmerizing!!!
I work in mental health and have also experienced bad mental health too. I just wanted to thank you so much, Aaron Lennon. You don't realise how many people you helped with this interview. Through your bravery, you could have possibly saved some lives ❤
YOOOO, these interviews are just the best man. I'm only like 15 minutes in. Great job guys! Lennon was a badboy! I remember them yellow boots at spurs. Proper old school winger, they don't make them like that anymore. All the best!
Big respect Aaron. This interview really opened my eyes and is just the push I needed to seek help. Thank you 🙏🏾
Aaron what a man, I work in mental health on an adult male picu ward and I work with men who are on section. You are a brave man and I shed a tear when you shared your story. Hold your head up high! More needs to be spoken about this it really does bravo!
Thank you Aaron. You have opened my eyes to something. Keep it rolling. I hope i find peace😢
Absolutely top tier content! As a football fan is so interesting listening to players talk about their career / dressing room / other players / nights out. I could go on.
Also massive respect to Aaron for talking about his struggles and normalising it for anyone else out there who might be struggling as well.
When Steve don’t talk and take the conversations all in you know its a good show. Well done guys
Ste was very reserved throughout the session...thinking his prior issues were keeping him back...was probably very good for him to listen to this. I am 60yrs old and ex-military, saw some things...more than not it was the way it affected the guys around that impacted me. Talking is the KEY>....
Love Aaron Lennon ❤
Thank you so much for speaking out
You sir are a legend
Also never forget the way you used to cook Evra every time.
As a Liverpool fan it was a pleasure to see how you play , Aaron. My dream was you to play for Liverpool. Jermaine Pennant was one of my favourite players , and you.
I was scared of Aaron Lennon when he came up against United back in his Tottenham days. Class footballer
Arsenal fan here, but Aaron Lennon was confusingly one of my favourite players. Used to love watching him play at times. So much so, I used to copy his playing style when I played with the stop and go. Underrated player man. Hats off to him for overcoming his difficulties and great to see him back in his feet!
This channel has shown so much growth in 2023, the guests have been phenomenal - big things in 2024!
Oh Shut up John 😂❤
Thank you for the kind words John. Will keep trying to push the envelope, please tell a friend to tell a friend ❤
Quality quality interview. Great to hear how Dyche dealt with Aaron at the time. Keep the guests coming
Excellent, excellent conversation. Love the different topics covered, from dutty nightclubs like Faces to real emotional experiences and Recovery through self care. Enjoyed the journey this podcast took me on 👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻
Men,the whole interview i was watching rio he was shock ,thank God you are back on your fit Aaron lenon,depression is really affecting alot of people, but people feel reluctant to come out and open up
Love the vulnerability and conversation. Its good to talk!❤
Aaron made some great points on the show. Really good to listen to him.
Rio and the guys thank you for this one really hit home for black men and all men to be honest...Important conversations these
Glad Robbie Keane was mentioned and that Rio & Aaron agreed that he’s one of the most underrated players. He was fantastic.
Never ever seen Aaron Lennon with a bad shape up, everrrr! Crisp shape up.
Nah this comment is so underrated 😂🙌🏾🔥 you're right never he's never had a bad haircut
Really enjoyed this. Thank for having Aaron on.
Bloody loved Azza at Spurs so underrated amongst the average football fan & pundits but NOT by the Spurs faithful, highly respected appreciated & remembered fondly, i am glad to see him feeling so well where he’s in a position to be able to talk so freely about his issues & just also give advice to help others, proper decent lad, Big up Aaron Lennon 👏👏👏
Spurs & England 👊
This was one of the best interviews all round, especially the ending section
This wasn't easy. Thank you Aaron for sharing. You and Wayne were the Genesis of it all for the current England team, sorry about the countless injuries and the setbacks.
What an amazing episode. It's amazing that these conversations are being had now. We are on the right track :) Thanks Aaron
Kayserispor fans miss you Aaron. We love you. Our hearts will always be with you.
Massive respect to Aaron crazy player all the best for the future
Another great interview, Aaron was a winger i was scared when he played against United. Such an humble and well spoken guy. Big Up Aaron!!!
This show just keeps on going from strength to strength! Amazing conversation, love to see the progress he's made and how well he's doing! Just goes to show, you never know what someone is going through, even people that you think have it all can be suffering in there own way, everyone is human. Great job guys, Joel stop forcing Arsenal on everyone 😂
Amazing episode, so happy for Aaron talking and finding his happy place again. Stay strong bro you got this!
Love Azza so much, Tottenham legend, 10 years amazing service and amazing guy ❤️
Big up Aaron Lennon i have had depression before and it really is not nice. Its a feeling of not beeing happy all the time.
We will always love you at Spurs Aaron!! Forever Spurs legend and great to see you doing well too 👍🏽
God Bless you Aron Lennon. Massive respect for speaking about your ordeals. I wish you all the best 👍
It was Lennon who made me a fan of Tottenham, back in 2011, he was crazy fast.
Another great episode gent's and as a person who suffers with some of the same mental health issues as Arron to see him like this gives a lot of hope. Thank you Aza
Great and inspiring story Aaron! Thank you for sharing everything with us 🙏🏼
Top bloke, even as united fan always rated Aaron lennon. good interview lads
Well said...on the mental health. Very honest and inspiring.. top podcast.
His stories are fantastic. Loved watching that Tottenham team back in the day.
Amazing player when he came through at Leeds. Everyone at Elland Road knew there was a special player there. Hope things go fine for Aaron.
Absolute legend. Lots to say as well. Great episode
I struggled with depression in my mid 20s, and definitely can relate to how Aaron was feeling. Really great to see him speaking out and doing what he can to help others. Great episode lads.
Very helpful conversation. Thanks guys!
49:14 Andros Townsend echos the same thing on MNF on 5 Live. He said Poch increases the training load/intensity during the first part of the season then slowly reduces it as the season goes by.
Lennon is the one England winger in the golden generation who didn't have Space Jam syndrome.
In both 2006 and 2010, he took his man on, went down the outside and put in dangerous balls.
People always compared Lennon and Walcott, but there was never any comparison. Lennon was clear as a winger. Frightening pace, acceleration, and good feet in tight spaces to go with it.
Very articulate on mental health. Would read his book!
Big up Aaron Lennon and big up Kevin Prince-Boateng for speaking on this ! Badmans the both of them
I remember when I was 14 I found out that I will no grow up more than 165. I started to search for players with this height and could not find nobody, everyone was around 170 atleast like Messi, Iniesta... Then I found this guy who was absolute speed monster with the same height and style of play. Thanks Aaron for all really short players to give us hope to be professional players! Happy despite all the struggles what role model you´ve become.
how did you find that out at 14? Just curious as surely there was puberty/growth spurts still ahead of you?
One of the best interview on vibe.
As a United fan I thought Lennon would’ve been an incredible player at United after Ronaldo left. He was wicked down the right. So fast and the ball was glued to his foot.
Big respect to Aaron Lennon top content 👏💯❤️
Amazing interview and thanks for speaking about it Mr Lennon
Thanks for the episode, legends! Amazing talk.
Always a lot of insight in these player interviews.
Thank you Aaron ❤
awesome one
as I previously wrote, there are few bigger fans of this player than myself, so effective on the wing
Shame nobody mentioned the "poisoning" of the Spurs team in 2006
Bro!!! Huge respect, and I can listen to you for hours. That's coming from an Arsenal fan 😂
Need part 2! Love it💯
1:59 “this is out of order” 😂
Add redmond and routeledge to that list since its those days were talking lol
Seriously LOVE inside stories about Footbal.
Fairplay Aarron Lennon.
Absolute Don
Sick winger man old skool direct
guy was a baller not many players like him now days
Aaron always has a fresh cut, even during his low lows 🤣
Getting a kick out of him being ill, a low blow that one.. 👏
My favourite player !!!! An ARTIST !!!
Amazing episode.. Well done to the whole team.
Aaron Lennon is amazing ❤
Aaron, thank you ❤
Man Aaron was defenitely one of the most entertaining ballers to watch
Brilliant interview
6:36 As a barber. Aaron's fade is🔥🔥🔥
55:55 I was in 😂
What a show 👏🏾
Brilliant episode boys🙌
Amazing talent if he played now he would tear up the game
Would have been super interesting to see how Lennon responds to being asked on who’s faster himself or Walcott
what a clean fade hes got
Awesome episode. Lennon was a Baller
Great interview
Fair play Aaron.
Aaron Lennon ya know!!!!
Wow words 👏 👌 🙌
28:04 - Honourable mention, Michael Carrick.. Different level! 🫡
Playing with best spurs playing with and not mention Jenas 😔 Jermaine is so underrated..