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
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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....
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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.
But it's not all about praise—controversy takes centre stage. We explore the disrespect shown by Chelsea players towards young supporters and delve into the ongoing saga at Brickfield Rangers, where referees are being asked not to officiate due to threats and abuse from a manager targeting U18 officials. The blanket ban on refereeing at Rangers at all levels remains in force.
We also reveal the well-kept secret of Dave Kitson's surprising self-outing as the “Secret Football Manager.” A former player who penned revealing articles for The Guardian and authored books exposing the darker side of professional football, Kitson took a huge career risk by speaking out in an era when whistleblowing was more dangerous.
Turning to Andy Barlow’s journey in football, we explore how he started at Manchester City as a youth and, despite not reaching the top tiers, achieved notable milestones, including advancing to the FA Cup second round and drawing Manchester United in the third-round draw!
We wrap up with our signature predictions and insightful analysis of upcoming fixtures.
All that and much more—stay tuned and get ready for an episode packed with passion, controversy, and expert insights.