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!
It's been a bumpy start to Aston Villa's season but it appears Unai Emery's side have turned a corner in the last couple of weeks. So, in this episode, Dan Rolinson and John Townley share the 10 things they've learned about Aston Villa in 2025/26 so far.
In October's quiz episode - inspired by ITV show Tenable - Mat Kendrick puts Dan Rolinson and John Townley's knowledge to the test in a variety of Aston Villa top 10 lists.
Dan Rolinson and John Townley return to Poddymoor Heath as Villa make it four wins on the spin! They answer another round of your Aston Villa questions on Bogarde, McGinn, Malen's impact, the return of Pau and loads more.
Join Mat Kendrick and Dan Rolinson to unpack all the action from Villa Park as Aston Villa beat Burnley 2-1 with a brace from Donyell Malen.
Dan Rolinson and John Townley look ahead to Villa's home match against Burnley when Unai Emery's side can make it four wins in four - in all competitions.
Dan Rolinson and Mat Kendrick are LIVE to talk through Aston Villa's away win in Rotterdam against Feyenoord in the 2nd Europa League match of the League Phase.
Dan Rolinson and John Townley look ahead to Aston Villa's trip to Rotterdam to face Feyenoord in the Europa League.
Aston Villa have played more games away in Europe over the past 2 seasons than they have for a long time and John Townley has been at every one (besides Zrinjski Mostar) so, we asked John to rank them.
Dan Rolinson and John Townley head back to Villa Park to answer a round of your Aston Villa questions after Unai Emery's side notched their first win of the 25/26 Premier League season.
Dan Rolinson and Mat Kendrick report back from Villa Park to discuss Aston Villa's win against Fulham - their first of the 2025/26 Premier League season.
Dan Rolinson and John Townley launch the Villa Fanzone - a brand new fan-led opinion show where you can set the agenda for the episode. Post-Bologna and pre-Fulham, there are loads of talking points to get stuck in to. GET INVOLVED: https://forms.gle/4R4kq4g1Ffta5xWW6
Dan Rolinson is joined by Mat Kendrick after the first Europa League game of the season as Aston Villa beat Bologna 1-0 thanks to a John McGinn goal.
Dan Rolinson and John Townley discuss Villa's venture into the Europa League. The pressure on going to win the competition and whether it's failure if they don't complete that objective.Let us know your thoughts in the comments.
Dan Rolinson and John Townley meet to discuss all things Aston Villa. It's another bumper episode of the Claret & Blue podcast as we tackle your questions. Lazy comments | Watkins' start | Onana's profile | Building the club around Unai | Rogers criticism | Support the lads | Too good to go down
Dan Rolinson and John Townley hop on an emergency live podcast to discuss Monchi's exit from Aston Villa.
Join Dan Rolinson and Matt Lynch post-match to discuss Aston Villa's 1-1 draw with 10 man Sunderland.
Dan Rolinson invited Guillem Balague into Poddymoor Heath HQ to discuss his new book 'Rise of the Villans' and Aston Villa's start to the season. With insight into Unai Emery, the working structure at Aston Villa and excitement around the Europa League this season. Buy the book: amzn.eu/d/5ro6dx8 #RiseoftheVillans
Dan Rolinson and John Townley discuss Aston Villa's trip to the North East to face newly-promoted Sunderland.
Dan Rolinson and John Townley discuss Aston Villa's defeat to Brentford in the cup and whether things will change in time for Sunderland.
Just about everything... Dan Rolinson and John Townley meet to discuss the latest around Aston Villa and answer your questions after another miserable performance.
Join Dan Rolinson and Neil Dunworth to discuss Aston Villa's 0-0 draw away at Everton. Four games, no goals.
Dan Rolinson and John Townley are back as Premier League action returns for Aston Villa with a trip to the Hill Dickinson stadium for the first time.
Dan Rolinson and John Townley return to Poddymoor Heath HQ to the Tactics Corner to discuss Aston Villa's squad depth for the 2025/26 season - until January at least.
Mat Kendrick will put the wits of Dan Rolinson and John Townley to the test once a month in a new Claret & Blue quiz show. As pilot episodes go, this may be the craziest thing Mat has ever put together...
Dan Rolinson is joined by Josh Williams, the author of Data Game, to get the lowdown on what Harvey Elliott will bring to Aston Villa.
Dan Rolinson and John Townley head to Villa Park to answer another batch of your Aston Villa questions.
Dan Rolinson is joined by Chelsea reporter Bobby Vincent for a lowdown on what Aston Villa fans can expect from loan signing Jadon Sancho.
Aston Villa have made some cracking loan signings over the years, and some absolutely woeful ones. On today's Claret & Brew: Dan, Mat and John discuss some of the best and worst, whilst building a Loan XI.
Dan Rolinson was LIVE for a mega 3 and a half hour Deadline Day stream on Monday night. This podcast is an extract of that stream as John Townley joins Dan to break down Villa's summer window. Donate to Team Ada: https://www.justgiving.com/team/runforada
Dan Rolinson and John Townley give a transfer update on Aston Villa's deadline day moves for Man United's Jadon Sancho and Liverpool's Harvey Elliott.
Dan Rolinson and Mat Kendrick share their thoughts on Villa's defeat to Crystal Palace and, inevitably, Emi Martinez...
Dan Rolinson and John Townley catch up for a Sunday morning chat about the current state of play in the transfer window with one day to go.
Dan Rolinson and John Townley preview Aston Villa's 2nd home match of the season as bogey side Crystal Palace travel to B6. They also discuss the latest transfer news surrounding Marco Asensio - a deal that is not done yet.
The moment is finally here, Aston Villa's Europa League draw!Dan Rolinson and John Townley filmed their live reactions together as the draw unfolded, and this video shows off the best bits.
In the 2nd edition of "Claret & Brew", Dan Rolinson is joined by John Townley and Mat Kendrick to tackle the subject of superstitions in football.
Dan Rolinson and John Townley open up the "Olof Mailbag" after the first defeat of the season to answer another batch of your Villa questions... LIVE!
Join Dan Rolinson and Rob Warner to reflect on Aston Villa's second game of their season, their first away trip, against Brentford.
Dan Rolinson and Rob Warner preview Aston Villa's first away match of the new season as Unai Emery's side faces Brentford.
Dan Rolinson, Mat Kendrick and John Townley discuss Aston Villa standing up for themselves. Whether that be Emery biting back in an interview, McGinn and Mings calling out the PSR difficulties or a bit of on pitch rough and tumble, we want to see more of that.
Dan Rolinson and John Townley discuss the latest Aston Villa transfer lines as Chelsea look to offload Nicolas Jackson, Leon Bailey completes a loan move to Roma and Nottingham Forest may be interested in a deal for Matty Cash.
Dan Rolinson and John Townley have an unfiltered conversation about the state of the Premier League and where modern football is heading. Limiting financial rules, media bias and the Big Six - what's the point?
Dan Rolinson and John Townley take the Q&A on the road for the first time to answer your Aston Villa questions after the opening weekend of the season.
Dan Rolinson is joined by Mat Kendrick after Aston Villa's first game of the season against Newcastle United at Villa Park. Ezri Konsa was sent off in the second half of the match as Villa held on for the 0-0.
Dan Rolinson and John Townley are back for the first preview show of the season as Aston Villa start their 25/26 season at home to Newcastle United.
Dan Rolinson and John Townley discuss what happens next when Jacob Ramsey leaves for Newcastle, what does that mean for Villa's summer business?
Dan Rolinson and John Townley are back with their annual season prediction video, trying to place exactly where each 20 Premier League sides will finish. What do you think?
Newcastle United are progressing in their move for Aston Villa's Jacob Ramsey as Eddie Howe lines up a £40 million move for the Villa midfielder. Dan Rolinson and John Townley share their thoughts on the move.
Dan Rolinson, John Townley and Mat Kendrick share their Aston Villa predictions for top scorer, player of the season, league position and success in the cup competitions. Plus, they all give their big Aston Villa prediction featuring silverware, mascots and the 100 club.
Dan Rolinson, John Townley and Mat Kendrick are back for their annual season preview show as Aston Villa get ready to return to action against Newcastle United on Saturday lunchtime.
The homegrown midfielder has 2 years remaining on his current deal, but news has broken this afternoon that Unai Emery wants to secure Jacob Ramsey's services to a longer term contract.
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