Cricket Mind Podcast

The Indian Way | Raj Chaudhuri

Why does India continue to produce so many outstanding cricketers — and what can young players and coaches in England learn from the Indian approach? In this episode of

Help… My Child’s Got Another Duck!

A duck can feel much bigger than it looks on a scorecard. In this episode of the Cricket Mind Podcast, Nathan Wood and Briony Brock answer real questions from parents of

Can You Survive the Bad Days? | Faisal Shahid

What helps some young cricketers grow through adversity while others become stuck? Why do some players lose confidence after a setback, while others use it as a catalyst

The Truth About Talent Pathways & Trials

Why do so many talented young cricketers stop enjoying the game? And do players really need to be in a talent pathway from a young age to have a realistic chance of beco

You’re Not Unlucky | A Coach & Player Perspective

Why do some players stay in cricket for years… while others quietly drift away? In this episode of The Cricket Mind Podcast, Nathan Wood and Briony Brock are joined by c

More Nets Won’t Fix Your Match Performance

Why do so many cricketers perform well in nets… but struggle in matches? In this episode of The Cricket Mind Podcast, Nathan Wood and Briony Brock answer listener questi

The Dark Art of Wicketkeeping

Why is wicketkeeping often described as a “dark art”… and why is there nowhere to hide when things go wrong? 🎙️ Episode SummaryIn this episode of The Cricket Mind Podcas

Spin Bowling in England Is in Trouble

Spin bowling in England is in trouble — so what actually needs to change? In this episode of The Cricket Mind Podcast, we’re joined by former Kent and Nottinghamshire sp

The Long Road | Rohan Luthra

The journey through cricket is rarely straightforward. In this episode of The Cricket Mind Podcast, Nathan Wood and Briony Brock speak to Cheshire-based all-rounder and

Why One Bad Innings Can Ruin Your Whole Week

Why does one bad innings ruin your whole week? In this episode of the Cricket Mind Podcast, Nathan Wood and Briony Brock answer listener questions from players, parents

Why Good Fielders Still Drop Simple Catches

Why do good fielders still drop simple catches? In this episode of The Cricket Mind Podcast, Nathan Wood is joined by Paul Tweddle, Assistant Coach and Fielding Coach at

How to Keep Girls in Cricket: What Actually Works

How do we keep more girls playing cricket — and what actually works?In this episode of The Cricket Mind Podcast, Nathan Wood and Briony Brock are joined by former England

Personality vs Character in Cricket | With John Neal

In this episode of The Cricket Mind Podcast, we’re joined by performance psychologist and former Head of Coach Development at the ECB, John Neal. We explore the differen

Why Good Net Players Struggle in Matches

Why do some cricketers look brilliant in the nets — but struggle to perform in matches? In this solo episode, Nathan Wood explores one of the most common frustrations in

How Batting Philosophy Shapes Performance | Alastair Maiden

How do good batters actually think, train and perform under pressure? In this episode of The Cricket Mind Podcast, Nathan Wood and Briony Brock are joined by World Cup-w

Fast Bowling Is Brutal: Pace, Injury Risk & Performance in Cricket | Ian Pont

Why is fast bowling so brutal — and why do so many fast bowlers break down? In this episode of The Cricket Mind Podcast, Nathan Wood and Briony Brock are joined by Ian P

Can’t Let Go of a Mistake? Here’s What to Do

Why do some players struggle to let go of a mistake? In this episode of The Cricket Mind Podcast, Nathan Wood and Briony Brock explore why mistakes can linger in your mi

What the Ashes Teaches Us About Mindset and Technique in Cricket

What does the Ashes teach us about mindset, technique and performing under pressure in cricket? In this first episode of The Cricket Mind Podcast, Nathan Wood and Briony

Podcast Trailer | The Cricket Mind Podcast

Welcome to The Cricket Mind Podcast. This short trailer introduces a podcast focused on the mental, tactical, and human side of cricket — through honest, long-form conve