The former Manchester United full-back is the latest guest on UTD Podcast, and told hosts Sam Homewood and David May all about his time at the club from 1991 and 1996 in an engaging chat.
But perhaps the most striking thing in the discussion was Parker's memories of his time within the English education system.
The ex-England international believes that his tough experiences made him into the person he is today, but anyone listening to the episode could be forgiven for feeling angry at what the youngster had to go through.
“Essex was tough,” he admitted.