Welcome to the home of Claret & Blue - An Aston Villa Podcast. Hosted by Mat Kendrick and Ashley Preece of Birmingham Live. Here we'll be posting a new weekly podcast amongst other features and mini documentaries.
The Claret & Blue - An Aston Villa Podcast is a podcast that truly brings the best of game analysis and humorous banter to its listeners. As an expat living in the USA, I often miss the lively conversations and banter with my mates at the pub after a game. However, this podcast perfectly encapsulates that feeling, making me feel like I am part of a passionate community discussing all things Aston Villa.
One of the best aspects of this podcast is the perfect balance between game analysis and humorous banter. The hosts have an incredible understanding of the game and provide insightful analysis that keeps you engaged throughout. They break down key moments, tactics, and player performances, delving deep into what makes Aston Villa such a fascinating team to watch. Additionally, their ability to inject humor into their discussions really sets them apart. It feels like you are listening to a group of friends having a casual conversation about football, which adds an enjoyable and relatable element to the show.
Furthermore, the hosts' dedication and investment in Aston Villa shine through in each episode. Their passion for the club is infectious, making it easy for listeners to share in their enthusiasm. They go above and beyond to engage with their audience on platforms like Twitter and YouTube, creating a sense of community amongst Villa fans from all around the world. The responsive nature of the hosts adds another layer of enjoyment as they actively interact with listeners' comments and thoughts.
However, no podcast is without its flaws. One potential drawback for some listeners might be that occasionally there could be too much focus on banter rather than diving deeper into certain topics or offering more detailed analysis. While this lighthearted approach is part of what makes The Claret & Blue so enjoyable, it may leave some fans desiring a bit more depth on occasion.
In conclusion, The Claret & Blue - An Aston Villa Podcast is a must-listen for any Villa fan craving insightful game analysis and lighthearted banter. The hosts' passion for the club, combined with their ability to strike a balance between analysis and humor, creates an enjoyable and engaging podcast experience. Whether you're in lockdown, an expat like myself, or simply looking to connect with fellow Villa fans, this podcast is the perfect choice. I commend the hard work of the hosts and appreciate the dedication they bring to each episode. Cheers from Texas and Up The Villa!
Join Dan Rolinson and John Townley for a live episode of the podcast to discuss Aston Villa's imminent new signing, Evann Guessand.
Dan Rolinson is joined by Neil Dunworth from the For the Love of Paul McGrath podcast to answer your Aston Villa questions as the start of a new Premier League season fast approaches.
John McGinn spoke to John Townley in America earlier in the week, where he criticised the Premier League's spending rules, which he says hold Aston Villa back and provide the 'big six' an unfair advantage. Claret & Blue MAILBAG: https://forms.gle/4R4kq4g1Ffta5xWW6 Sponsored by Saily, for the more information: https://saily.com/claretandblue Listen to the podcast on your favourite podcast provider: https://podfollow.com/claret-blue-an-aston-villa-podcast Follow us on BlueSky: https://bsky.app/profile/claretbluepod.bsky.social John Townley: https://bsky.app/profile/johntownley.bsky.social Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Dan Rolinson is joined by John Townley once again in the states after recording a sit-down interview with Villa club captain, John McGinn.
Dan Rolinson and John Townley link up again for another edition of the Claret & Blue mailbag to answer your questions on the latest Aston Villa subjects.
Dan Rolinson links up with John Townley for the first time on his tour of the US for catch up on all things Villa, most notably: Ollie Watkins isn't for sale and the importance of Kamara's new contract.
John Townley offers his verdict on today's news that Boubacar Kamara has signed a new 5-year-deal with Aston Villa Football Club.
Dan Rolinson and Dan Bardell react to some of your very unpopular Aston Villa opinions.
John Townley is off to the US this week to cover Aston Villa's pre season tour, so here are our plans...
Dan Rolinson and John Townley discuss the next phase of the summer transfer window, Aston Villa's pre-season match in Germany and take on your Aston Villa questions in the live chat.
Dan Rolinson and John Townley discuss Aston Villa's start to pre-season against Walsall, plus any transfer questions you may have during the live episode.
John Townley discusses some of the transfer news surrounding Aston Villa from Bizot officially joining the club, to Nottingham Forest being interested in signing Jacob Ramsey. This podcast was cut together from a Facebook Live stream on Tuesday afternoon. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Dan Rolinson and Neil Dunworth open up the Claret & Blue mailbag to answer another batch of your Aston Villa questions.
Dan Rolinson is joined by Simon Lines, Max Stokes and Dan Bardell from Villa On Tour and 1874 for a quick catch up about Aston Villa's upcoming transfer business.
Dan Rolinson and John Townley are LIVE to answer all your Aston Villa questions.
According to reports in The Athletic, Everton hold an 'interest' in Aston Villa club captain John McGinn. So, Dan Rolinson and John Townley hopped on to the podcast to share their verdict.
Dan Rolinson and John Townley open up the Claret & Blue Mailbag for a live Q&A special.
Dan Rolinson and John Townley address the always relevant Ollie Watkins debate. When is the right time to cash in? Can Villa improve on that postion? If not Watkins, who could play up front for Emery? It's not as easy to say you either love him or hate him, nor is he a brilliant footballer or a terrible one. Ollie Watkins is a great footballer who will reliably score goals and be available, but he is not without flaws.
It's that time of year again when we put ourselves into the shoes of the Aston Villa transfer committee to bring you the deals' WE would like to see happen at Villa Park.
Dan Rolinson and John Townley are live for a chat about PSR as the 30th June deadline comes and goes with minimal fuss... however, is it time to celebrate?
Dan Rolinson and John Townley have taken inspiration from the 'Back of the Net' podcast to predict Aston Villa's 2025/26 season - in a different way.
Dan Rolinson and Dan Bardell answer your Aston Villa questions as the end of June approaches and with it, that PSR deadline...
Ivan McDouall is the author of Only the Real Thing: Aston Villa and The Coca Cola Cup and a huge Aston Villa fan (obviously) So, we invited him in to the Poddymoor Heath studio to venture down memory lane to simpler times... Buy the book: https://amzn.eu/d/bX5ax42
Aston Villa's Pau Torres may just be one of the most divisive players at the club. Fans seem to either "love" him or "hate" him. Dan Rolinson and John Townley get behind the microphone to discuss the Spaniard, his defending versus his passing ability.
John Townley loves the day that sees the Premier League confirm the fixtures for a new season, Dan Rolinson on the other hand is just glad to see Aston Villa will face all other 19 Premier League clubs at home and away...
Dan Rolinson and John Townley are back at Poddymoor Heath HQ to tackle another batch of your Aston Villa questions.
Dan Rolinson and John Townley recorded a special LIVE edition of the Claret & Blue podcast to answer your questions on the fly, if you enjoyed this let us know and we'll aim to do more.
Every time we do a new Q&A episode we're asked about Jack Grealish. So, to put a stop to that, we decided to do a whole episode on his 'potential' return to Villa.
Dan Rolinson is joined by Neil Dunworth from For the Love of Paul McGrath podcast to answer all your Aston Villa questions.
Dan Rolinson and Mat Kendrick outline 11 tasks facing Unai Emery this summer ahead of a big campaign for Aston Villa next season. This is Unai Emery's Aston Villa to-do-list...
Many questions surround Aston Villa's finances whether it be wages, PSR, UEFA squad cost rules, amortisation or contracts. We've invited business expert Dave Powell back onto the podcast to answer all of your questions.
Dan Rolinson is joined by 1874's Dan Bardell and The Athletic's Jacob Tanswell (for his podcast debut) to tackle another batch of your questions. The season may be over, but there's talking points a plenty...
Dan Rolinson and John Townley identify the missing profiles or qualities from Aston Villa's current first-team squad and the priorities Unai Emery and Monchi must work on for the 2025/26 season.
Aston Villa's Morgan Rogers has been propelled into Premier League stardom in what feels like a blink of an eye. From Halesowen in the West Midlands to West Bromwich Albion's academy to the Riverside Stadium (via Man City) Rogers now finds himself under the development of Unai Emery.
Dan Rolinson, Mat Kendrick and John Townley welcome Ty Bracey, Max Stokes, Dan Bardell and James Rushton to the Hockley Social Club stage to answer all your Aston Villa questions after an eventful end to the season.
Dan Rolinson, Mat Kendrick and John Townley took to the stage at Hockley Social Club this week to reflect on Aston Villa's season and look ahead to another European campaign next year, Due to a technical problem at the venue, our main audio files were corrupted. So, we're using a back up feed, it's not as high standard as we'd like to share with you, but needs must. Apologies for the mix up - we'll be better next time.
Dan Rolinson and John Townley assess Aston Villa's entire first team squad ahead of a massive summer for the club. Who stays and who goes as Unai Emery's side embark on a third successive European campaign.
Dan Rolinson is joined by Matt Lynch and Neil Dunworth to hand out the alternative Aston Villa End of Season awards - no best player or best goal here, we're after the more niche aspects of Villa's 2025 campaign.
Dan Rolinson and Mat Kendrick discuss Aston Villa's terrible defeat to Manchester United which sees them play in the Europa League next season instead of the Champions League.
Permutations, predictions and superstitions... Aston Villa head to Old Trafford on the final day of the season to face Europa League runners up Manchester United. Villa know they must win to stand any chance of qualifying for the Champions League AND need a result to go their way in the Newcastle, Man City or Chelsea/Forest matches.
Dan Rolinson and Dan Bardell are at Hockley Social Club to answer your questions for a bonus episode this week. Note: This was filmed before the Spurs fixture.
Something a little different for you today, Dan Rolinson brings you the car chronicles (working title) - after spending a lot of time behind the wheel talking Aston Villa on the phone, it's time to record some of those thoughts for the podcast feed. Why not? Heading into the Poddymoor Heath studio, Dan shares his thoughts on Villa's race for the Champions League as the final day of the season approaches. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Dan Rolinson and John Townley answer another round of your Aston Villa questions ahead of a huge week for Unai Emery's side.
Dan Rolinson and Mat Kendrick share their instant reaction after Aston Villa's final home match of the season against Spurs in which Unai Emery's side won 2-0, making a new club record of 18 consecutive matches unbeaten at home.
John Townley and Dan Rolinson preview Aston Villa's final Premier League home game of the season against Tottenham Hotspur. Aston Villa must win, it's as simple as that.
Dan Rolinson and Dan Bardell visit Hockley Social Club - the venue of our upcoming live event - to discuss Villa's transfer strategy and the need for patience when it comes to judging players. Get your tickets to the live show! https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/aston-villa-qa-claret-blue-live-2025-tickets-1353427129979?aff=oddtdtcreator
Villa fan Harvey Knight is aiming to raise £11,000 for charity by running 11 marathons in 11 consecutive days. Harvey's running route is inspired by his favourite player, Ollie Watkins, starting in Exeter, moving on to Weston-super-Mare and Brentford, before finishing at Villa. You can donate here: https://www.justgiving.com/page/harvey-knight-2?newPage=true Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Dan Rolinson and Mat Kendrick are in the Poddymoor Heath studio to take on a batch of your questions as the Premier League season draws near its end.
Dan Rolinson and Dan Bardell share their instant reaction after Aston Villa's huge win against Bournemouth in the race for Champions League qualification.
Dan Rolinson and John Townley preview Aston Villa's trip to Bournemouth in a must win game, simple as that. However, soon-to-be Player of the Season Youri Tielemans is unavailable through injury...
John Townley walks you through all the permutations which would see Aston Villa compete in the Champions League for the second season in a row.
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