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Same Old City is an independent York City FC fans' podcast produced by Simon Craft and Ben Aspinall. Weekly episodes cover recent games and current events at the club, and the "Retro Rewind" episodes look back at games, players and managers from the club's past. Theme music by Jack Grice. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Simon Craft and Ben Aspinall


    • May 2, 2025 LATEST EPISODE
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    • 68 EPISODES


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    An embarrassment of Richardsons

    Play Episode Listen Later May 2, 2025 82:03


    This City team has broken many records this season, but can it break through the barrier to the Football League? We recap how our title challenge ended after recent games, and start looking ahead to the playoffs and who we might face.Timings: 05:12 Discussion of Gateshead 1-3 York City22:27 Discussion of York City 1-1 Oldham Athletic36:44 Discussion of York City 2-0 Solihull Moors47:02 Talking points - Who we want to avoid in the playoffs, Fagan-Walcott the answer at right-back?, best City front line in recent memory?1:14:14 Preview of Eastleigh (A), University Challinor Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    Se7en

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 14, 2025 71:02


    Is the title race back on?! Ben and Simon take joy in recounting City's magnificent seven goals against Aldershot and an impressive win at Fylde. We debate whether catching Barnet is possible and look ahead to Gateshead and Oldham.Timings: 3:02 - Discussion of AFC Fylde 1-3 York City14:30 - Discussion of York City 7-2 Aldershot39:40 - Talking points: is the title race back on, what's changed since Braintree, player of the season chat and more1:03:10 - Previews of Gateshead (A) & Oldham (H), University Challinor trivia question Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    You can call me Mal

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 1, 2025 80:08


    The pod reflects on a return to form with big wins over Rochdale and Wealdstone after a blip at Braintree. We look ahead to the playoffs, debate which opponents we'd like to avoid, and ask whether 2025 Ollie Pearce is better than 2010 Richard Brodie.Timings: 02:43 Discussion of Yeovil Town 0-1 York City08:49 Discussion of Braintree Town 2-1 York City18:16 Discussion of Rochdale 0-4 York City32:29 Discussion of York City 3-0 Wealdstone42:58 Talking points - is Felix in midfield the answer, 2025 Pearce v 2010 Brodie, who we'd like to avoid in the playoffs1:03:00 Preview of AFC Fylde (A) and Aldershot (H), University Challinor trivia question1:12:54 Extract from recent Happy Wanderers special episode Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    The Happy Wanderers: remembering City's FA Cup semi-finalists 70 years on

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 24, 2025 78:57


    A very special episode telling the story of York City's run to the FA Cup semi-final in 1955. Featuring club historian Paul Bowser, as well as interviews with fans who were at the games 70 years ago about their memories from the time. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    We're going on a promotion Hunt

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 11, 2025 69:31


    Playoffs it is then! We look back on frustrating home games with Forest Green Rovers and Altrincham who continue to be our nemesis, plus an away win at Hartlepool. We debate a possible switch to 3-5-2, Alex Hunt and more, and look ahead to 3 away games.Timings: 02:33 - Discussion of Hartlepool United 0-1 York City12:11 - Discussion of York City 1-2 Altrincham25:18 - Discussion of York City 1-1 Forest Green Rovers40:35 - Talking points: Alex Hunt, possible switch to 3-5-2, attendances, potential signings or summer outgoings58:04 - Preview of Yeovil (A), Braintree (A) & Rochdale (A), University Challinor trivia question, our recent article in FourFourTwo magazine Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    Better late than never

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 26, 2025 69:51


    We love a late goal! Lots to reflect on in this episode - wins at Ebbsfleet and Maidenhead, a humbling at The Hive by Barnet and a topsy-turvy draw against Halifax. We debate whether the title race is still on and look ahead to some big games in March.Timings: 02:58 Discussion of Ebbsfleet United 0-2 York City13:40 Discussion of Barnet 3-1 York City24:50 Discussion of York City 2-2 Halifax Town39:56 (Brief) discussion of Maidenhead United 1-3 York City47:00 Talking points - is the title race still on, do we need to bring Akil Wright back, best player haircuts1:02:13 Previews of Hartlepool (A), Altrincham (H) & Forest Green (H), plus University Challinor Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    Stone Cold

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 11, 2025 77:21


    Stone the crows, we've got two good strikers! We chat Josh Stones' hat-trick against Woking, the 2-1 win v Dagenham, the title race and the 3UP campaign. We're also joined by Barnet fan Mem from BeesPod to discuss York's key upcoming game at the Hive.Timings: 02:00 - Discussion of York City 2-1 Dagenham & Redbridge17:39 - Discussion of York City 3-0 Woking33:29 - Talking points: the National League title race, the 3UP campaign, would any of the current team make a best XI of the century?44:44 - Preview of Barnet (A) with Mem from BeesPod1:04:42 - Our thoughts on trips to Ebbsfleet & Barnet, this week's University Challinor trivia question Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    Tinker failure, Oldham high

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 27, 2025 68:07


    We reflect on Will Davies and his washbag coming back to haunt us, a fantastic away win at Oldham and a less than fantastic loss at Boston. We also debate Hinsh's tinkering, where signings are needed and which YCFC players we would trust as a babysitter.Timings: 01:53 - Discussion of York City 1-2 Sutton United16:02 - Discussion of Oldham Athletic 0-2 York City28:20 - Discussion of Boston United 3-1 York City45:49 - Talking points: Stones signed over Hinsh's head? What would Pearce and Felix be worth? Which YCFC player would make the best babysitter?54:42 - Our preview of Dagenham & Redbridge (H) and Woking (H), plus a new University Challinor question. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    Tics and Stones

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 6, 2025 75:56


    Oh my Josh! We react to the surprise signing of Josh Stones, a permanent deal for Malachi Fagan-Walcott, and speculation about Dipo's future. We review league wins v Southend and Gateshead & a Trophy exit at Gainsborough, and look ahead to a busy January.Timings: 03:58 - Discussion of York City 3-0 Southend United17:40 - Discussion of York City 1-0 Gateshead31:43 - Discussion of Gainsborough Trinity 1-0 York City37:58 - Talking points - Fagan-Walcott signs permanently, Stones transfer, Dipo potentially leaving1:03:09 - Previews of upcoming games including Maidenhead (A) & Rochdale (A), University Challinor trivia question Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    Felix Navidad

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 19, 2024 92:18


    A Christmas gift for you from Simon & Ben - an hour and a half of seasonal YCFC chat. We look back on Darlington & Tamworth, preview upcoming festive fixtures with insight from opposition fans, and review 2024/25 at the halfway point. "Yule" love it!Timings: 02:57 - York City 3-1 Darlington 12:41 - Tamworth 1-1 York City 28:54 - 2024/25 mid-season review including player of the season so far and possible transfer targets for January 43:40 - Preview of Oldham (A) with Matt from the Boundary Park Alert System podcast59:54 - Preview of Gateshead (H) with Dave from the Heed Army podcast1:12:08 - Our thoughts on upcoming games and some seasonal silliness - University Challinor, letters to Santa, Xmas City XI Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    Give Pearce a chance

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 3, 2024 86:27


    It's a long one this week, as we've lots to get through (and plenty of goals!) We cover comprehensive wins over Yeovil & Maidenhead, disappointment at Altrincham again, and preview the FA Trophy clash with Darlington alongside Quakers fan Adam Cattell. We're also joined by a very special guest towards the latter half of the episode...Timings: 02:07 York City 4-0 Yeovil Town26:11 Altrincham 3-0 York City41:09 York City 6-2 Maidenhead United58:56 Talking points - home form vs away form, Harriott departs, the Persimmon South Stand1:09:21 Preview of Darlington (H) featuring Adam Cattell from the Darlo Till I Die podcast1:17:42 Thoughts on Darlington & Tamworth games, University Challinor Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    New Lawn Fades

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 20, 2024 72:47


    It's the return of Ben to the pod, as we discuss the eventful 5-3 win v Hartlepool and the 2-0 loss at Forest Green. We also chat new arrivals, Donaldson back at City again and more. Plus, Dave from Gloverscast joins us to give the lowdown on Yeovil Town.Timings: 03:37 - Discussion of York City 5-3 Hartlepool United20:25 - Discussion of Forest Green Rovers 2-0 York City39:21 - Talking points: Chadwick out on loan, possibility of signing Fagan-Walcott permanently, Clayton Donaldson joins as Head of Development, FA Trophy46:21 - Preview of Yeovil (H) featuring Dave from Gloverscast1:00:47 - Our thoughts on upcoming games, University Challinor Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    I want to talk about Fax

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 4, 2024 59:17


    Simon is joined by Stu Wilson to look back on a memorable late win at Halifax and a gutsy performance at Wycombe in the FA Cup. We also look ahead to big games coming up against Hartlepool and Forest Green.Timings: 00:50 - Introducing Stu Wilson and his background as a YCFC fan06:07 - Discussion of Halifax Town 1-2 York City28:25 - Discussion of Wycombe Wanderers 3-2 York City45:00 - Previews of Hartlepool (H) & Forest Green (A)53:40 - University Challinor Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    The Ollie way is up

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 24, 2024 73:44


    What sort of thing is happening here? 15 games in and it looks like we might just be in a title race! Simon and Will recap home wins over Ebbsfleet and Barnet, and we're joined by Luke Walsh to preview the trip to Halifax.Timings: 02:00 Discussion of York City 4-0 Ebbsfleet United23:54 Discussion of York City 3-1 Barnet47:57 Halifax (A) preview with Luke Walsh1:00:18 Wycombe FA Cup preview, University Challinor, another YCFC Halloween XI Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    Ben's substitute

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 14, 2024 69:50


    Simon is joined by Will Harris to look back on the draw at Woking and the FA Cup win at Biggleswade. We're also joined by Finn from Fleet Zone to preview the visit of Ebbsfleet, and Mem from BeesPod to look ahead to the clash with table-topping Barnet.Timings: 02:55 Will's thoughts on City's season so far06:46 Discussion of Woking 1-1 York City24:53 Discussion of Biggleswade 1-3 York City41:00 Preview of Ebbsfleet (H) with Finn from The Fleet Zone49:08 Preview of Barnet (H) with Mem from BeesPod57:48 Our thoughts on the upcoming games and this week's trivia question Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    Beastleigh Boys

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 3, 2024 58:56


    We're joined by Biggleswade FC joint manager Dave Northfield to reflect on drawing York in the FA Cup 4th qualifying round and what it means to the club. We also recap the 0-0 draw with Eastleigh from the weekend and look ahead to the trip to Woking.Timings: 00:54 - Discussion of York 0-0 Eastleigh17:12 - Talking points: how to adapt against teams parking the bus, recent bogey teams, where to play Dipo, whether the squad needs strengthening in January32:27 - Interview with Dave Northfield, joint manager of Biggleswade FC who will host City in the FA Cup49:54 - Our predictions for the Woking and Biggleswade games, and this week's trivia question Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    I can Sinclair-ly now the goals have come

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 26, 2024 59:32


    11 games in and we're still good?! Ben and Simon dive into the recent Aldershot and Solihull Moors games, discuss whether we're genuine title contenders, and preview the next date on the Hinshelwood revenge tour against Eastleigh. Plus, find out which former City player Ben used to play Call of Duty with!Timings: 02:28 - Discussion of Aldershot 0-0 York City17:12 - Discussion of Solihull Moors 0-3 York City35:14 - Talking points: Grading City's season so far, the National League Cup, and Neal Ardley breaks his silence on his time in charge of York45:06 - Preview of Eastleigh (H) with Spitfires fan Matthew51:36 - Our thoughts on the Eastleigh game, this week's trivia question Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    Born to beat Fylde

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 18, 2024 58:22


    None of this "joint top of the league nonsense", we're clear in 1st now! We recap the 3-0 win over AFC Fylde, debate what could possibly go wrong, and look ahead to Aldershot and Solihull with Howard from The Shots Pod and Griff from Moors to the Point.Timings:04:20 - Discussion of York City 3-0 AFC Fylde23:05 - Talking points - most complete YCFC squad this century?, will EFL clubs be looking at Hinshelwood, what could possibly go wrong, and who deserves a statue outside the LNER?36:15 - Preview of Aldershot Town (A) with Howard from The Shots Pod43:36 - Preview of Solihull Moors (A) with Griff from Moors to the Point51:40 - Our thoughts on the upcoming away games, trivia question Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    Wealdstunned

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 11, 2024 56:34


    We are (joint) top of the league! The pod reacts to two wins on the bounce against Wealdstone and Braintree and we try not to get too giddy. We're also joined by Jack Connor to preview the upcoming home game with AFC Fylde.Timings: 02:48 Discussion of Wealdstone 0-2 York City24:05 Discussion of York City 2-1 Braintree Town31:38 Talking points - Mo Fadera signing, recruitment of injury-prone players, Tony McMahon's appointment as Director of Football38:54 AFC Fylde (H) preview with Fylde fan Jack Connor50:17 Our thoughts on the Fylde game and this week's trivia question Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    I Am LJL-gend

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 3, 2024 68:55


    We're joined by guest Ben Robinson to recap the 2-0 win at Dagenham and chat about a new signing along with other talking points. We're also joined by Adam from Stonescast to preview Wealdstone away, and by Vaughan Creer to preview Braintree at home.Timings: 01:51 - Discussion of Dagenham & Redbridge 0-2 York City25:57 - Talking points: New loan signing Malachi Fagan-Walcott, finding the right blend in midfield and attack, and are kids' ticket prices too high this season?45:38 - Preview of Wealdstone (A) with Adam from Stonescast53:32 - Preview of Braintree (H) with Vaughan Creer1:00:11 - Our predictions for upcoming games and this week's trivia question Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    The Boston Stranglers

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 29, 2024 59:57


    We review a disappointing Bank Holiday weekend for the Minstermen, covering the draw at Sutton and home defeat to Boston. We're also joined by Terry from Dagenham & Redbridge podcast "A Game of Headers & Volleys" to preview City's trip to Victoria Road.Timings: 02:41 - Discussion of Sutton United 2-2 York City24:48 - Discussion of York City 0-2 Boston United47:25 - Preview of Dagenham & Redbridge (A) Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    Lambs to the slaughter

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 22, 2024 66:12


    Ben and Simon get a bit giddy about City's start to the season, reflecting on the home wins against Tamworth and Rochdale, debating just how well we can do this season and looking ahead to upcoming clashes with Sutton and Boston.Timings: 02:41 - Discussion of York City 2-0 Tamworth17:28 - Discussion of York City 1-0 Rochdale32:48 - Talking points (Batty or Dipo more important, how good are we, is John-Lewis a club legend?)40:00 - Preview of Sutton United (A) with Mike from the Sutton podcast46:18 - Preview of Boston United (A) with David from the Up the Pilgrims podcast53:50 - Our predictions for the upcoming games and trivia questions/answers Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    Roots Hall Manoeuvres

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 15, 2024 50:48


    The pod reacts to the opening day draw at Southend, and looks ahead to upcoming home games against Tamworth with guest appearances from the Tamworth FC Social Podcast and All Dale Aren't We.Timings: 00:49 - Discussion of Southend United 1-1 York City27:31 - Tamworth (H) preview featuring Graham & Brett from the Tamworth FC Social Podcast34:12 - Rochdale (H) preview featuring Tom from the All Dale Aren't We podcast43:10 - Our thoughts and predictions for the Tamworth & Rochdale games Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    2024/25 Season Preview - Part Two

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 6, 2024 50:45


    In the second part of our season preview, we're joined by Paul from Shrimperscast to get the lowdown on our first opponents Southend United, plus we discuss promotion contenders in the National League and make some bold predictions about City's season.Timings: 03:08 - National League discussion, promotion contenders, who might struggle22:33 - City fixture list discussion27:03 - Predictions for City's season35:34 - Preview of Southend (A) Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    2024/25 Season Preview - Part One

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 2, 2024 54:29


    We kick off our preview of the 2024/25 season by analysing City's summer recruitment and how the squad is looking, take a quick look at the pre-season games and give our verdicts on three new kits. Plus, which star signing has Ben already written off, which player had a surprising transfer fee, and how exactly do you pronounce Aguiar?Timings:05:26 - New kits for 2024/2510:23 - Outgoing players over the summer18:48 - Summer signings and squad analysis46:22 - Pre-season games Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    Retro Rewind - YCFC best XI of the 21st Century (Forwards)

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 24, 2024 56:47


    We complete our City elevens of the century by choosing the best forwards to have graced the hallowed turf of Bootham Crescent and/or the LNER since 2000. We also each select our top manager of the club from that time period. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    Retro Rewind - YCFC best XI of the 21st Century (Midfielders)

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 10, 2024 41:40


    The pod debates the best midfielders to have turned out for the Minstermen since 2000 as we continue to build our draft City teams of the Century. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    Episode 34 - Season Review 2023/24

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 26, 2024 80:05


    The pod looks back on a topsy-turvy season which culminated in staying up by a single point after a final day defeat at Solihull Moors. We dish out our end of season awards, give our reactions to the club's retained list and look ahead to 2024/25. Plus, we answer the key questions such as whether Tony McMahon is secretly Count Binface.Timings: 03:43 - Discussion of Solihull Moors 1-0 York City16:58 - Season review: Montage of season, reflections and statistics, inaugural Same Old City end of season awards47:44 - Looking ahead to 2024/25: retained list reaction, Stockdale exit, hopes for next seasonLinks:Ko-fi page to donate to Same Old City: https://ko-fi.com/sameoldcityVideo for "Another York City Season" by JJ: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3S15RosE6BI Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    Episode 33 - Congratulations and permutations

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 18, 2024 59:00


    This week we chat about the crucial 2-0 win over Woking, run some calculations to work out whether we'll stay up, preview the trip to Solihull Moors and reflect on the Ugglas' first season as owners.Timings: 01:57 - Discussion of York City 2-0 Woking (and Rochdale 0-0 Boreham Wood)30:43 - Talking points: Fallowfield wins Clubman of the Year, Matt Uggla's social media use, and the future of the 'development squad'40:55 - Preview of Solihull (A) and how the National League relegation battle will pan out in the final weekend of fixtures Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    Episode 32 - George Yikes-Kenworthy

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 9, 2024 58:08


    We react to a tempestuous defeat to Eastleigh that drags York back into the relegation fight, debate the ongoing goalkeeping conundrum, and look ahead to a crucial last home game of the season against Woking.Timings: 02:26 - Discussion of York City 0-1 Eastleigh33:12 - Talking points including goalkeeping, worst YCFC cameos and how many the last couple of weeks of the relegation battle might pan out49:11 - Preview of Woking (H) Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    Episode 31 - Benstradamus

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 5, 2024 59:43


    We recap a successful Easter weekend for City with a win over champions Chesterfield and a draw at Halifax, discuss outgoings and incomings, the goalkeeping situation and the relegation fight, and finally look ahead to the visit of Eastleigh. Plus, we assess Ben's incredible powers of prediction!Timings: 03:16 - Discussion of York City 2-1 Chesterfield25:30 - Discussion of Halifax Town 1-1 York City44:40 - Talking points - Will Davies out on loan, goalkeeping situation, how many more points needed for safety55:27 - Preview of Eastleigh (H) Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    Episode 30 - Hinshing towards safety?

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 26, 2024 57:16


    We review the 2-0 win at Bromley, discuss whether the ship has turned for City's season, and preview the Easter weekend games against Chesterfield and Halifax. Plus, there's a YCFC Easter themed XI!Timings: 01:55 Discussion of Bromley 0-2 York City27:39 Talking points - new look defence, players including Armstrong, Maz & TLF, how our survival chances look now, and possible Adam Hinshelwood merch!42:23 Previews of Chesterfield (H) & Halifax (A)50:49 Easter themed York City XI Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    Episode 29 - Shop shocks Shots

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 19, 2024 56:00


    We react to an upturn in City's fortunes in the form of a 1-0 win over Aldershot, discuss our chances of staying up, and look ahead to a trip to Bromley.Timings: 02:20 - Discussion of York City 1-0 Aldershot Town. 36:25 - Talking points: Mitch Hancox leaves the club, Chesterfield ticketing situation, whether we can avoid relegation and where we could pick up the points needed. 49:01 - Preview of Bromley (A). Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    Episode 28 - No six please, we're York City

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 14, 2024 70:04


    The pod tries to process the 6-1 defeat at Altrincham and the 0-0 draw at Kidderminster, looks ahead to who might be on next season's retained lists, discusses best National League North away trips and previews the Aldershot game.Timings: 02:25 - Discussion of Kidderminster Harriers 0-0 York City14:33 - Discussion of Altrincham 6-1 York City34:44 - Talking points including worst every City performances, Uggla's next move, which players to retain for next season and best away days in National League North1:06:42 - Preview of Aldershot (H) Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    Episode 27 - We're not Worthing, we're not Worthing

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 7, 2024 63:09


    The pod reviews a bad start to Adam Hinshelwood's managerial reign at York with defeats to Wealdstone and AFC Fylde, ponders whether the managerial change was the right decision and looks ahead to trips to Kidderminster and Altrincham.0:48 - Initial reaction to appointment of new manager Adam Hinshelwood7:10 - Discussion of York City 2-3 Wealdstone26:18 - Discussion of York City 1-3 AFC Fylde39:24 - Talking points including possible relegation to National League North and the Supporters' Trusts' "golden share"55:25 - Preview of Kidderminster Harriers (A) and Altrincham (A) Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    Episode 26 - Neal, we Ardley knew ye

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 26, 2024 50:49


    We react to the shock departure of Neal Ardley and question what comes next for City, look back on the 2-0 defeat at Barnet and preview upcoming home games against Wealdstone and AFC Fylde. Ben Robinson joins us as guest.Timings: 00:49 - Reaction to Neal Ardley's departure09:46 - Discussion of Barnet 2-0 York City41:40 - Previews of Wealdstone (H) & AFC Fylde (H) Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    Episode 25 - Home improvement

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 23, 2024 66:01


    We discuss the home draws with Dagenham & Redbridge and Oldham, react to the signings of Charlie Allen and Alex Hunt, and look ahead to the trip to Barnet. There's also in-depth coverage of the pigeon on the pitch.Timings: 01:54 Discussion of York City 1-1 Dagenham & Redbridge 21:15 Discussion of York City 1-1 Oldham Athletic 45:55 Talking points - 433 v 532, Sykes-Kenworthy, Charlie Allen nickname, Chadwick, where we'll find the points to stay up, Alex Hunt signing 1:00:51 Preview of Barnet (A) Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    Episode 24 - Look who's Dorking now

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 14, 2024 57:35


    We react to the win at Southend United and home defeat to Dorking Wanderers, discuss the front runners for Clubman of the Year, look ahead to home games with Oldham and Dagenham, and build a frankly awful Valentine's Day themed YCFC XI. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    Episode 23 - When will I, will I be Amos?

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 8, 2024 53:06


    We discuss the 1-1 draw with Maidenhead, react to the signing of Danny Amos, cover talking points including whether Ardley's honeymoon period is over and whether we're too good to go down, and preview the upcoming Southend and Dorking games.Timings: 00:30 - Press article about 'popular York City podcast'!03:49 - Discussion of York City 1-1 Maidenhead United21:10 - Talking points (Danny Amos signing, "is Ardley's honeymoon period over?", "are we too good to go down?", and more)43:58 - Previews of Southend United (A) & Dorking Wanderers (H) Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    Episode 22 - Don't go chasing Luke Waterfall, please stick to the VPNs and streams that you're used to

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 1, 2024 49:43


    The pod dissects the end of City's unbeaten run with the 2-1 defeat away to Hartlepool, an unexpectedly dry January in the transfer market for the club, and the upcoming crunch home tie with Maidenhead United. We also spend more time than any sane podcast should on discussing the new Yeovil Town badge, and Simon has some YCFC merchandise to bring for show and tell!Timings: 01:29 Discussion of Hartlepool United 2-1 York City24:43 Talking points - Cordner in midfield?, Hancox return?, predicted league finish, relegation candidates, Cedric Main exit, new Yeovil Town badge42:04 Preview of Maidenhead United (H) Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    Episode 21 - Hoops!... We did it again

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 26, 2024 51:10


    We react to another late away win at Oxford City, discuss the departures of Dyson, Castro, Kouhyar and Joshua, and preview the revenge mission with Hartlepool. Plus we talk about an enticing offer on YCFC club calendars.. but there's a catch.Timings: 0:30 Discussion of postponements of Dorking & Fylde games07:08 Discussion of Oxford City 1-2 York City28:00 Talking points - The Burge, Will Davies, 1st half v 2nd half tables, departures of Dyson/Castro/Kouhyar/Joshua, club calendars offer46:28 Preview of Hartlepool United (A) Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    Retro Rewind - YCFC best XI of the 21st Century (Full-backs)

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 12, 2024 31:57


    Ben and Simon continue to build their draft City team of the century, moving on to selecting their top full-backs to have played for the club since 2000. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    Episode 20 - Draw 'em Wood

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 10, 2024 55:48


    The pod recaps the 1-1 draw at Boreham Wood, speculates on January transfers and previews the upcoming game against Dorking Wanderers. Plus, we say a final farewell to an old friend.Timings:02:49 Discussion of Boreham Wood 1-1 York City26:58 Talking points including January transfer speculation, the Burge Conundrum, the future of Ethan Henderson and a bizarre interview with David Webb47:00 Preview of Dorking Wanderers (H) and upcoming run of fixtures Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    Episode 19 - George Sykes-Penworthy

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 4, 2024 70:43


    The pod reviews an unbeaten festive period for the Minstermen, including the double header against Gateshead and the draw with Ebbsfleet. We also react to the signing of Billy Chadwick and debate whether the playoffs are still a possibility. Plus, Ethan Henderson Watch returns for possibly the final time!Timings:03:13 Discussion of York City 1-1 Ebbsfleet United19:28 Discussion of Gateshead 1-1 York City33:04 Discussion of York City 2-0 Gateshead52:33 Talking points including George Sykes-Kenworthy, Tyler Cordner, the signing of Billy Chadwick, a potential repeat of the 2013/14 playoff run, and Ethan Henderson Watch.1:06:20 Preview of Boreham Wood (A) Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    Episode 18 - Akinyemi, hurry down the chimney tonight

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 20, 2023 55:38


    It's our Christmas special! We recap the recent games against Nantwich Town and Rochdale, give our mid-season review of 2023/24, and look ahead to festive fixtures against Ebbsfleet United and Gateshead. We also put together an Xmas XI of current and past City players.Timings:02:20 Nantwich Town 3-2 York City15:16 Rochdale 0-0 York City31:32 Mid-season review of 2023/2446:28 Preview of Ebbsfleet United (H), Gateshead (A) & (H)50:53 York City Xmas XI Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    Retro Rewind - York City 2-1 Manchester City (1998)

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 15, 2023 70:11


    25 years on from the game, we're joined by Will Harris to look back on a famous league win for the Minstermen over Manchester City when local lad Andy Dawson scored a late winner with his first touch in professional football. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    Episode 17 - Mist opportunity?

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 5, 2023 47:09


    We review the foggy 1-0 defeat to Wigan in the FA Cup along with the experience of seeing City live on the BBC, plus we look ahead to upcoming trips to Nantwich Town and Rochdale.Timings:00:38 Discussion of York City 0-1 Wigan Athletic (FA Cup 2nd Round)40:18 Previews of Nantwich Town (A), Rochdale (A) Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    Episode 16 - Howe soon is now?

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 29, 2023 56:40


    We're joined by Jimmy, editor of Wigan Athletic fanzine Mudhutter to preview the upcoming FA Cup 2nd Round tie. We also look back on the 1-1 draw at Maidenhead United.Timings:01:05 Discussion of Maidenhead United 1-1 York City29:57 Preview of York City v Wigan Athletic (FA Cup 2nd Round) with Jimmy, editor of Wigan fanzine Mudhutter Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    Episode 15 - Where there's a Will Davies, there's a way

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 24, 2023 52:51


    The pod reacts to the contrasting performances against Hartlepool and Oxford City, discusses the proposal by the Ugglas to increase their shareholding in YCFC, and looks ahead to the trip to Maidenhead United. Plus lots of snooker puns for some reason.Timings:00:42 Discussion of York City 1-3 Hartlepool United23:58 Discussion of York City 2-0 Oxford City39:52 Other news at the club: FA Trophy 3rd Round draw, Barnsley kicked out of FA Cup due to fielding Aiden Marsh, discussion of Ugglas 75% share proposal47:50 Preview of Maidenhead United (A) Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    Episode 14 - 99 problems but a Mitch ain't one

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 17, 2023 65:29


    We reflect on back-to-back wins over Fylde and Chester (again joined by guest Tom Reed), discuss the exit of Mitch Hancox and signing of Will Davies, preview John Askey's return to the LNER with Hartlepool plus the upcoming game with Oxford City. We also consider Neal Ardley's now iconic coat, and Ethan Henderson Watch returns!Timings:01:23 Discussion of AFC Fylde 0-2 York City18:39 Discussion of York City 2-1 Chester43:50 News at the club - departures of Stott, Marsh & Hancox, signing of Davies, Ugglas 75% share proposal, Neal Ardley's coat55:52 Preview of Hartlepool (H) & Oxford City (H) Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    Episode 13 - The Olly Green Grass of a Home Cup Draw

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 6, 2023 65:02


    We're joined by Chester fan Tom Reed to review the 0-0 draw in the FA Cup 1st Round, look ahead to the replay and a potential 2nd Round tie v Wigan, plus we discuss the 1-1 draw with Halifax and chat about Ryan Whitley's exit and new faces at the club.Timings02:48 Discussion of York City 1-1 Halifax Town19:10 Discussion of Guisborough Town 3-2 York City and Scott Barrow's return24:27 Discussion of Chester 0-0 York City46:06 Reaction to FA Cup 2nd Round draw50:19 Ryan Whitley's departure from the club54:52 Preview of Fylde (A) and Chester cup replay (H) Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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