Episode 94

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6th Aug 2025

Call Me 'Mr Clough'

Malcolm Bramley was in his smart working clothes - suited and booted - when Brian Clough picked up a ball and took shots at him in the goal at Sunderland's Roker Park. "It's an experience I will never forget," Malcom tells the Green Jumper podcast in this fascinating interview. 

After first encountering an outspoken Cloughie while Assistant Secretary at Sunderland, Malcolm was later invited by Brian to apply for the job as Club Secretary at Derby County. It led to many more incredible stories, including a telling-off for the tea lady who later saw the kinder side of Cloughie.  

This is part one of Marcus Alton's entertaining conversation with Malcolm. With thanks to the Roker Report for putting us in touch.  

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About the Podcast

Green Jumper
Stories from the Brian Clough era
The official Brian Clough tribute podcast by youngman@brianclough.com.

Great guests, memories and stories from the Brian Clough era.

Plus competitions with the chance to win exclusive Cloughie prizes make this podcast series In The Top One.

About your host

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Marcus Alton

I'm the editor of the tribute website brianclough.com and author of several books about the Miracle Manager. I was also the driving force behind the campaign for a bronze statue of Brian Clough in Nottingham and spearheaded the efforts to get a knighthood, presenting a petition at 10 Downing Street.