TSFFS S2 E12, WITH SPECIAL GUEST MATTY BOSWELL.
The Speaking Frankly Football Show.
Release Date: 09/18/2025
TSFFS S2 EP39
The Speaking Frankly Football Show.
TSFFS S2 E39 We kick off with the pre-show, discussing all sorts of nonsense as usual. Then we move on to the important matters. NWCFL Round: Top spot and relegation issues are sorted. The play-offs are on the horizon. We glide around the National League North & The Northern Premier League, highlighting clubs in the north west making their mark. In our “Controversial Corner’, we examine gambling addiction, which is widespread among football circles, and ask if clubs could do more to protect those affected at the non-league level. Following the Mark Harris incident, FC United co-owner...
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TSFFS S2 EP38, FEATURING STEVE SCOTT, LITHERLAND REMYCA MANAGER
The Speaking Frankly Football Show.
TSFFS S2 EP38 On this week's show. We have our usual roundup of football in the NWCFL as the season rapidly draws to a close. We take a look at local football in the National League North and the Northern Premier League. Bury could win the NPL West this weekend in front of a bumper crowd at Gigg Lane. They could replace Prescot Cables, who are on the brink of relegation from the NPL Premier Division. We reminisce about our recent visit to Clitheroe, a day out at a quintessential non-league football club. We revisit the demise of the NPL League Chairman, who was dismissed following an alleged...
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TSFFS S2 EP37
The Speaking Frankly Football Show.
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TSFFS S2 EP36, FEATURING PETER CARTLEDGE
The Speaking Frankly Football Show.
NWCFL Round Up News around the leagues. Controversial Corner. Interview with Peter Cartledge, Runcorn Linnets Chairman. Predictions/expert analysis. All things Skelmersdale United.
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TSFFS S2 EP35, FEATURING RYAN DONNELLAN, CHARNOCK RICHARD MANAGER
The Speaking Frankly Football Show.
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TSFFS S2 EP34 FRANK HUGHES INTERVIEW
The Speaking Frankly Football Show.
Following a leaked e-mail between the club, Claybrow, JN Sports & TQ Sports, questions have been raised about why the football club did not approve a proposed takeover. Chairman, Frank Hughes, responds on behalf of the club.
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TSFFS S2 EP33
The Speaking Frankly Football Show.
TSFFS S2 EP33 This week, we're diving into all the latest buzz from the NWCFL, showcasing the biggest movers and shakers. Atherton LR is on fire, boasting the best record across all English leagues. They've gone unbeaten in their last sixteen matches, with an impressive streak of 10 consecutive wins. Nelson top Division One North but they've had a hectic schedule—five games in ten days, and they've battled hard. They're currently three points ahead of Droylsden, with a game in hand, but the race is still wide open. Runcorn are coming close to sealing the Division One South title. They're...
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TSFFS S2 EP32, FEATURING ADAM WILSON & MARTIN FALLON
The Speaking Frankly Football Show.
TSFFS S2 EP32 This week's episode kicks off with an exciting update from the NWCFL, showcasing the key movers and shakers shaking up the division. We speak with the vice-chairman of Telford Town FC, Adam Wilson, who sheds light on ongoing rumours about his club, addressing reports of budget cuts and ambitions to climb higher. Next, we explore how local non-league clubs in the North West—such as Bootle, Bury, Clitheroe, and Prescot Cables—are performing in their respective divisions, highlighting their triumphs and challenges. The action continues as we review the latest from the FA Vase...
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TSFFS S2 EP31
The Speaking Frankly Football Show.
TSFFS S2 EP31 This week, we dive into the exciting world of North West Counties football, bringing you a lively roundup of the past week's results. But that's not all—get ready to explore local non-league action at various levels. Bury has made a big splash, convincing Veron Parny to sign on the dotted line. Their gain is, sadly, Clitheroe’s loss, arriving just as the club was hitting its stride. It's a thrilling FA Trophy weekend! Both Marine and Southport are in the 6th Round, each hosting key matches: Marine take on Woking, and Southport faces Yeovil. We'll also shine a spotlight on...
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TSFFS S2 EP30, FEATURING ANDY BARLOW
The Speaking Frankly Football Show.
TSFFS S2 EP30 Join us as we welcome Andy Barlow, the manager of Skelmersdale United, to this exciting episode! This week, we're diving into lively discussions with our guest panellist, Andy Barlow, whose stellar non-league football career makes him the perfect voice to discuss local football scenes. We kick things off with the NWCFL, the Macron Cup, and spotlight some of the league’s biggest movers and shakers, lighting up the competition. Next, we venture into the National League and Northern Premier League, highlighting stories from Bootle, Clitheroe, Prescot, Marine, Southport, and more....
info_outlineIn episode 12, we explore the ups and downs of the FA Cup, an exhilarating competition that is never short on drama.
Chadderton's thrilling victory over FC United has ensured that the NWCFL continues to shine in the third qualifying round—what a fantastic result!
In a more sombre turn of events, Sporting Khalsa's match against Hereford was brought to an abrupt halt after their keeper faced racist abuse. The decision to fully replay the game highlights the pressing need for respect and sportsmanship on and off the pitch.
As we typically do, we'll turn our eyes to Marine and Southport and dissect their performances as the season unfolds.
We’ll also embark on our customary journey through the NWCFL, digging into last week’s results with a spotlight on teams like Burscough, Glossop NE, and Padiham—to name a few! Plus, we won't shy away from the North/South divisions as we analyse the movers and shakers of the league.
In the show's second half, get ready for a treat as we welcome our special guest, Matty Boswell! The former Burscough keeper, now at the helm of Telford Town FC, is steering his club toward success. With a dedicated manager at a well-run club, their rise is no surprise.As we approach the finale, we turn to the controversial corner, tackling the situation with Bury FC, who are forced to replay their FA Trophy match due to fielding an ineligible player. This raises important questions about the reliability of the FA Portal—how did it come about?
We’ll also discuss the recent changes at Skelmersdale United and dissect our latest encounter against Liverpool Nalgo, examining what went right and what could improve.
Finally, we’ll wrap up the show by looking ahead to this weekend’s fixtures, offering our predictions and expert analysis.
Stay tuned for all that and more!