From The Bee Hole End - The Burnley Podcast

The Clarets fell to a sixth straight loss with a 2-1 reverse at Newcastle but were there signs of encouragement in the defeat? Chris Boden and Julian Jordan join Simon Evans to discuss.

Greavsey is joined by Woody and Martin Barnes to pick over the Clarets' 2-1 defeat at Newcastle United. After a good start - with an unfamiliar looking starting XI - the Clarets were hit with three blows in 15 minutes. A resolute second half performance, and a late Zian Flemming penalty, offered some hope though but it's still six defeats in six...

Scott Parker is coming under scrutiny and criticism from sections of the Burnley support after a run of five straight losses. Woody and Martin Barnes join Greavesy to discuss whether it is time for Alan Pace and the Burnley board to make a change?

Palace looked beatable, Scott Parker fielded an attacking line-up but it was the same old story as the Clarets slumped to a fifth straight defeat in the Premier League.

What to make of Scott Parker's comments after Saturday's 3-1 defeat at Brentford and are Burnley really "just not good enough" or is there still hope of turning the season around? Simon and Woody are joined by Julian Jordan and special guest and Clarets quiz legend Tony Dawber.

A poor performance in a 3-1 defeat at Brentford leaves the Clarets with four straight losses and Scott Parker starting to come under some criticism from sections of the Burnley supporters. Daz Bentley and Chris Boden join Andrew Greaves for this rapid reaction to another dismal day. #brentford #premierleague #burnley #clarets #soccer #epl

We asked for your questions - and we got plenty of them? The over-arching theme was - where is it going wrong for the Clarets and what can be done to turn things around. Is the problem tactics, team selection, Parker or players? Simon and Daz join Greavesy to give their honest, no sugar coating answers to the questions being raised by Clarets fans.

Despite a promising start to the game, the Clarets fell to a 2-0 defeat at home to Chelsea in front of a flat Turf Moor crowd. Burnley's problems in the final third were in the spotlight again after a performance sorely lacking in creativity. Daz Bentley and Bodes join Simon Evans to quickly react to the latest loss for Scott Parker's team.

Daz and Bodes look ahead with Simon to Saturday's home game against Chelsea after a relatively entertaining international break. Plus Chris gives his verdict on the Osmajić ban.

Clive Lawrence will be a familiar face to many who've been going to Turf Moor over the last forty years or so. As a photographer who worked for the club, the Burnley Express and the Lancashire Telegraph, he spent many a Saturday travelling up and down the country following - and capturing - the Clarets. He's teamed up with Matt from Lower Block to produce a fantastic new fanzine entitled 'Protests to Promotion - Burnley FC 1989-1992' which charts a snapshot in time of the club's history. Clive and Matt sat down with Daz and Chris to talk about the fanzine and what that period means to the club.

Andrew Greaves is joined by Chris Boden and former When The Ball Moves fanzine editor Martin Barnes to pick through the action from the London Stadium as the Clarets fell to a 3-2 defeat.

It was a disappointing afternoon at the London Stadium as the Clarets fell to a 3-2 defeat despite leading and dominating possession for large parts.  Greavsey, Daz and Woody pick through the bones of the performance and wonder where it all went wrong. 

Burnley head to the unloved London Stadium in search of three points from struggling West Ham United who are looking for back-to-back wins. Greavesy is joined by Woody and Daz to look ahead to the game.

Join Andrew Greaves, Justin Connelly, Nathan Rogers, and newlywed Darren Bentley as they recover from Burnley's 2-0 defeat to Arsenal at Turf Moor. Was it a “free hit” against Europe's best, or are alarm bells ringing after another flat performance? The lads break down the match, praise Declan Rice's midfield masterclass, and debate whether Scott Parker's side are getting a bit too predictable with their tactics against the big boys. Expect an honest analysis of Burnley's strengths and weaknesses, and a fun exploration of the new trend they've dubbed “chaos ball” (just chucking everyone on and seeing what happens in the last 20 minutes) Is chaos the answer, or do Burnley need more invention? There's also a look ahead to a crucial clash with West Ham, thoughts on which players should start, and whether this mini-league at the bottom is starting to take shape. Up the Clarets!

Burnley came out with a solid set-up designed to frustrate Arsenal but conceded a goal from a corner and then from our own throw-in and it was an uphill battle from then on. Bodes and Woody join Simon to quickly react to the loss at Turf Moor.

The Clarets take on Premier League leaders Arsenal at Turf Moor on Saturday and the pod squad get together to preview the encounter with the Gunners. Did the Clarets' victory at Wolves last week provide enough encouragement for Scott Parker's team to head into the game with the necessary confidence? And what kind of formation with the Burnley boss opt for against the North Londoners?

Greavesy is joined by Daz and Nathan to go over the win at Wolves in detail. Zian Flemming takes his chance to be the Clarets main striker but there was so much more to that win. Parker's tactics dissected - the excellent displays from the full-backs and keeper Martin Dubravka.   

Lyle Foster grabbed a stoppage time winner after Wolves had fought back from two Zian Flemming goals as the Clarets make it back-to-back wins and move out of the bottom three with a thrilling 3-2 win at Wolves. Instant analysis and comment from Woody, Justin and Bodes.

Greavesy is joined by Daz and Nathan to look ahead to the trip to Wolves on Sunday and also dissect Alan Pace's Fan Forum. Can the Clarets build on the victory over Leeds with back-to-back wins and turbo charge their season?

Darren Bentley and Justin Connolly review Burnley's impressive 2-0 win over Leeds United and ask whether the team can kick on from this victory? Did the formation change work? Did Flemming and Tuanzebe take their chances? Can the Clarets build on this win with a positive result at Wolves? All that and more in this week's DEBRIEF.

The pod is back after the misery of the international break and suddenly the tension and nerves are back too - its a Roses battle with Leeds United at Turf Moor and Greavesy, Bodes and Woody are looking forward to the clash.

The Clarets didn't impress against Villa until a late goal gave a glimmer of hope that ultimately came to nothing. Is it time to end the five at the back experiment? Is it time for Foster to be dropped?

Burnley have had the toughest start of the three promoted teams but after five games and with four points, the Clarets head into games with Aston Villa, Leeds United and Wolves and in real need of points. The season starts here for Scott Parker's side and we take a look at what the chances are of the Clarets overcoming the odds and surviving in the top flight.

Despite some positives in the first half it was the same old story as Burnley fell to a 5-1 defeat to Pep Guardiola's team at the Etihad on Saturday. Rapid Reaction from podcast crew.

The Clarets travel to the Etihad to take on Pep Guardiola's Manchester City. Will Scott Parker's 'back five' led by Maxime Esteve be able to thwart Erling Haaland and Company? Or is the recent record of hammerings from City set to continue? Simon Evans is joined by Darren Bentley and Julian Jordan while MEN's Tyrone Marshall, provides insight into City's season so far.

League One Cardiff City knocked a second string Clarets out of the Carabao Cup on Tuesday night at Turf Moor. Daz and Justin join Simon to run over a poor display from Scott Parker's must changed side.

Chris Boden and Simon Evans join Andrew Greaves to review Burnley's 1-1 draw with Nottingham Forest and focus on the performances of two experienced new faces at the club Kyle Walker and Martin Dubravka.

What to make of Burnley's 1-1 draw at home to Nottingham Forest? A point gained or two points lost. Daz, Woody and Simon discuss an encouraging performance from the Clarets. This is the rapid reaction - the quick analysis recorded right after Saturday's game. The usual debrief will be out for Monday morning as always.

This Burnley team is nothing like the 'easy to beat' version under Vincent Kompany two years ago but can they find a way to beat Ange Postecoglu's Nottingham Forest. "Lyle Foster will be licking his lips" at Big Ange's tactics say the Pod Squad as Greavesy, Justin and Bodes look ahead to Saturday's big game at Turf Moor. Chapters 00:00 Reflecting on the Liverpool Match 02:44 Looking Ahead to Nottingham Forest 05:37 Defensive Masterclass: A New Era for Burnley 08:19 Scott Parker's Pragmatism and Team Dynamics 11:06 Analyzing Nottingham Forest's Current Form 13:40 The Role of Fans and Atmosphere at Turf Moor 16:31 The Importance of Team Presentation and Culture 19:05 Community and Local Pubs: A Burnley Tradition

Burnley frustrated Liverpool for over 90 minutes until the almost inevitable stoppage time penalty gifted the visitors a barely deserved victory. Instant, short reaction pof from the Bee Hole End pod crew. Full Debrief will be out on Tuesday.

Champions Liverpool head to Turf Moor to face promoted Burnley but can Scott Parker's side pull off an upset? Greavesy, Woody and Bodes discuss the Clarets' chances as they return from the international break.

With the window closed and the Clarets on International break, the podcast takes a look at the post-deadline day fall-out. Has James Trafford been screwed by Pep Guardiola? Was Josh Brownhill right to take the Saudi millions? Should Burnley sign free-agent Christian Eriksen and what next for Mike Tresor and Hannes Delcroix?    

Lisbon-based football journalist Tom Kundert comes on a special Deadline Day episode to discuss what Clarets fans can expect from new (record?) signing Florentino Luis. Then Greavesy, Simon and Bodes discuss whether the overall summer recruitment be considered a success. Chapters 00:00 Introduction to Burnley's Transfer Activity 02:35 Analyzing Florentino Luis: The New Signing 05:16 Florentino's Professionalism and Impact 08:22 Comparing Previous Players: Amdouni and Edwards 11:07 Burnley's Recruitment Strategy: A Mixed Bag 13:45 Strengthening the Midfield: Key Signings 16:27 Defensive Concerns: The Need for Solidarity 19:04 The Evolution of Burnley's Recruitment Philosophy 22:01 Outgoings and Future Prospects 24:42 Final Thoughts on the Transfer Window

The podcast is back with a quick review of the performances against United (and inevitably a bit of VAR talk) before turning attention to Monday's deadline deals. Florentino Luis looks set to sign from Benfica and where else do the pod squad hope to see the squad strengthened? 

The Clarets head to Old Trafford with Manchester United still reeling from their Carabao Cup exit at the hands of League Two Grimsby, can Scott Parker's side inflict the latest humiliation on Ruben Amorim's side? Simon Evans is joined by Paul Woodhouse, Chris Boden and Darren Bentley as the lads look ahead to a fascinating encounter.   Chapters 00:00 Previewing Manchester United vs Burnley 02:42 Analyzing Manchester United's Current Crisis 05:32 Burnley's Strategy Against a Struggling United 08:26 The Importance of Player Confidence 11:23 Transfer Window Dynamics and Squad Management 13:57 Potential Signings and Future Prospects 20:04 Transfer Market Dynamics 22:51 Evaluating Player Performance and Recruitment 26:09 Strengthening the Squad: Current Status 28:53 Tactical Approaches for Upcoming Matches 34:06 Looking Ahead: Anticipation for the Big Game

Josh Cullen scored one and created another as the Clarets enjoyed their first victory of the campaign in their Premier League debut at Turf Moor with a 2-0 win over Sunderland. It was "an absolute captain's performance" according to the pod squad who had plenty of praise to spread around the team after a strong second half display. Are we seeing a more tactically flexible Scott Parker? Is the team physically stronger this season? And is relegation perhaps not as much of a foregone conclusion as the pundits predicted? There are also fan-view segments, a bit of chat about the 'game day experience' and a short look-ahead to Tuesday's Carabao Cup tie against Derby County. Chapters 00:00 Burnley's Premier League Victory Over Sunderland 02:43 Analyzing Individual Performances and Tactical Changes 05:32 Scott Parker's Management and Game Strategy 08:13 Team Dynamics and Player Development 11:16 VAR Controversies and Refereeing Decisions 13:53 Fan Reactions and Atmosphere at Turf Moor 14:35 Impressions of New Stadium Changes 17:01 Looking Ahead: Upcoming Matches and Player Fitness  

The Clarets face Sunderland in their Turf Moor season debut on Saturday and Simon Evans is joined by Chris Boden and Paul Woodhouse to discuss that 'must win' fixture. We also discuss the fall-out from the latest plans to 'change the game day experience' at Turf Moor and hear from Burnley Cricket Club about how, despite rumours to the contrary, you can still wander on the cricket for a pint before the game. Oh and Koleosho has gone to Alan Pace's Espanyol on loan. Chapters 00:00 Sunderland Showdown: A Must-Win Game 02:46 Team Dynamics: Burnley's New Look 05:33 Tactical Considerations: Formation and Strategy 08:23 Player Fitness: Breuer and Foster's Roles 11:10 Fan Experience: Changes at Turf Moor 13:45 Community Impact: Burnley Cricket Club and Local Pubs 16:42 Transfer Talk: Colleascio's Loan to Espanyol

Despite a 3-0 scoreline the pod squad see some positives in Burnley's opening Premier League game of the season at Tottenham. Andrew Greaves is joined by Darren Bentley and Chris Boden and we also have some fan-views throughout the show. There's also a discussion of the over-sized squad at Gawthorpe and the need to trim it down to size - as well as still bring in a few more players before the window 'slams shut'.   Chapters 00:00 Opening Remarks and Match Overview 02:39 Analyzing Burnley's Performance Against Spurs 05:41 Formation and Tactical Discussions 08:18 Player Performances and Squad Dynamics 10:29 Fan Reactions and Perspectives 12:31 Squad Size and Transfer Window Challenges 15:19 Looking Ahead: Upcoming Matches and Expectations 17:55 Premier League Landscape and Team Performances 19:32 Concluding Thoughts and Future Outlook

We preview the new Premier League season which kicks off with Saturday's trip to Tottenham. Are the Clarets going to survive? Where will the goals come from? Do we need more additions or do we need to shift players out?  Who will be the surprise package of the campaign? What formation will Scott Parker settle on. Will any of the promoted teams stay up? So many questions...... This pod was recorded live on You Tube and has been edited for audio consumption.  

Greavesy is joined by Woody and Bodes to review Saturday's friendly with Lazio and give their verdict on the new third kit. Woody donned his headset to try out the Virtual Reality version of the Clarets v the Serie A side and lots of other nonsense.

French midfielder Lesley Ugochukwu and Slovak keeper Martin Dubravka have signed for the Clarets ahead of Saturday's showpiece friendly against Lazio at Turf Moor. Chris Boden and Paul Woodhouse join Simon Evans to look at the new signings and preview the meeting with the Serie A team.

Bodes and Daz join Greavesy for an update on transfer news, a look at the weekend's strange friendly at Stoke and some thoughts about whether the lads will be donning their VR headsets for Saturday's game with Lazio.

Simon, Greavesy and Woody go through the latest news out of Turf Moor as James Trafford and Josh Brownhill depart but Maxime Esteve signs a new deal.  

Jimmy Mullen looks back on his time at Turf Moor, the two promotion campaigns and much more in his first Clarets interview in over 30 years. 

The Clarets are away training at their pre-season camp in Portugal and while the pod squad didn't get an invite to join them in the sunshine, that doesn't stop us looking at the latest news. We discuss Zeki Amdouni's apparent injury set back and the continuing summer sage of James Trafford's increasingly likely move to Newcastle. Daz and Bodes recount some stories of pre-season camps of the past, in the days when the Isle of Man was as glamorous as it got and Stan laid down the law. And Greavesy interviews two members of the interim leadership of the new Burnley FC Independent Supporters Association about their plans.  

Jacob Bruun Larsen is back but is James Trafford's transfer saga coming to an end? Rumours of changes in the Cricket Field Stand, possible pie providers and Woody, Justin and Simon have some thoughts on the Sean Dyche Pod Episode.  

Sean Dyche on From the Bee Hole End. Do we need to say more? Sit back and enjoy Sean's reflections on his time at Turf Moor and his thoughts on trends in modern football as he chats with Greavesy, Daz and Bodes. Some fascinating stories and insights, including how a young Harry Kane was open to a move to Burnley, the players he is most proud of, what it was really like working under Mike Garlick and then Alan Pace and his views on Vincent Kompany and Scott Parker.  

England international Kyle Walker signs for the Clarets - the pod squad dissect the stunning news out of Turf Moor and look at how Scott Parker might utilise the former Manchester City full-back. Plus - what do the lads make of the new kit?

Three new faces join the Clarets but who will be heading for the exit door? Greavesy, Woody and Bodes break down the latest comings and goings at Gawthorpe.

We don't need much of an excuse to get back together and talk Clarets stuff - the fixtures are out and the transfer rumours are flying so Greavesy, Woody and Daz hopped on the pod for a summertime natter.

Find out who the lads picked as Player of the Season, Signing of the Season and what were the Performances of the Season and the Moment of the Season. The Clarets season reviewed through the highlight memories and leading players.