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This week, oh aye we're back again etc, it's Dylan and Ally who get together at talkingLowerLeague HQ to discuss the numerous goings on of the lower leagues. Including how the potential cinch sponsorship mess could impact the lower leagues, we look back at an exciting first weekend of league action across the SPFL as well as Dylan losing the plot at how terrible Clyde are and Ally talking about his lovely Saturday in Maryhill. Wild. As per.
Believe it or not, the three of us are back together. In person. Talking about Scottish lower league football amongst a variety of other nonsense. We chat about the final round of games in the Premier Sports Cup, our picks ahead of the big league kick off at the weekend as well as our thoughts on the price of lower league football as the new league campaign approaches. Good? Guess it is aye. Let us know what you think.
In all seriousness, we're absolutely thrilled to be back...bigger and more of a big deal than ever before. In our new 'studio', Ross and Dylan sit down to discuss the return of the league cup, looking forward to the big league campaign kick off as well as their plans for going back to games themselves. Oh, we also talk...John Cena, the Tom Jones punishment, and much more! We're back. For good. Hopefully. Who knows. Enjoy.
Ross and the returning Ally discuss ANOTHER busy week in the SPFL. From the decision made regarding the Pyramid Playoff; to the Premier Sports Cup; the newly filled hotseat at Stenny & the latest drama involving Clyde FC. We try to talk about actual football in between too.
Yes, I know, we're back etc etc. Forget that. There is so much going on. Too much if that's possible. Ross and Dylan are here to talk about Brechins antics, the lower league managerial merry go round, we review this week's games so far and look ahead to the post split weekend ahead. Before we finish off looking at how the lower leagues can possibly learn from the failed ESL. It's a big one. Enjoy!
This week, Dylan and Ross are joined by special guest, Lanarkshire Live's Euan Robertson. We sit down to discuss all the usual goings on across the lower leagues throughout this busy schedule as well as chat to Euan about his recent work, his thoughts on the return and how he reckons lower league sides will fare in this weekend's Scottish Cup 4th round.
Ross and Dylan are pack with another action packed episode. The guys cover their standout results from Scottish Cup R3 and the best of the R4 draw. Back to league action, they cover the big games across Tuesday, Thursday and this coming Saturday...and we can't wait to do it all again next week!
In what is ANOTHER busy week for the Scottish lower leagues, Dylan and Ally get together to discuss it all. We chat about the LL & HL calling it a day and the potential impact for the L2 play-off. Then we cover our results from the weekend before delving into our BIG Scottish Cup 3rd round preview!
Weird title, we know. Ross and Dylan are back to discuss the midweek Scottish Cup ties as well as review their standout results from the weekend. Alongside this, they look ahead to the weekend's games across the leagues and answer your burning questions!
Not only are we back but we are back previewing a full lower league card as League One & Two return this weekend. We cherry pick some standout games, standout transfer activity and answer your questions on a wide variety of things!
A full lower league card is nearly upon us again and Dylan & Ally are here to talk you through it all. The lads start by covering the latest developments with the WoSL before moving on to breaking down their thoughts on the logistics around the return for L1 & L2 clubs, potential winners & losers, our key signings so far and we take your questions too!
We're back...no, seriously, we are. Dylan, Ross AND the returning Ally are back together to discuss their reaction and thoughts to the return of L1, L2 and the Scottish Cup Then, the main event. They take control of Heart of Midlothian Football Club. From the top to the bottom, they attempt to transform the club into a regular European player. Mental? Aye pretty much. Let us know what you think of our attempts!
Ross and Dylan return to talk football that is actually taking place at the moment as they cover the unbelievably exciting Championship. Also, finally, they delve into Hearts and Robbie Neilson. The guys have help from Liam who joins us from the This is My Story podcast who live and breathe everything Hearts. We also have a big 'If we were in charge of...' reveal at the end of the show. Loads to get through this week!
Another week, another new thing from us. We're kicking off our new, sporadic series called 'If we were in charge...' where we create a fantasy world of how we would run things in the lower leagues of Scottish football. Fun eh? Up first, it's the WoSL. We chat how we would get this season finished, who would run things, how we would market it, what would the league structure be and what's our ultimate goal? Something a bit fun and different in these tough times. Thanks everyone!
Ross and Dylan are joined by returning guest Derek, also known as @MozzaPlays. We discuss the continued suspension of lower league football, what the future might look like, fan media and streaming, the Lowland League so far and we answer all your questions! We get through loads more too in this cracking chat. Plenty more to come from us!
It's time. It's here. We get together over two parts to talk about our favourite away days. We talk about the grounds, the journeys, the pubs, our experiences and everything in between. We tell a few stories along the way and throw in some stories from the r/ScottishFootball Reddit community! Let us know your thoughts on the list. Grab a beer and enjoy!
It's time. It's here. We get together over two parts to talk about our favourite away days. We talk about the grounds, the journeys, the pubs, our experiences and everything in between. We tell a few stories along the way and throw in some stories from the r/ScottishFootball Reddit community! Let us know your thoughts on the list. Grab a beer and enjoy!
Ross and Dylan are back to discuss L1, L2 & WoSL potential plans for a route to safely returning to playing. We cover the Championship results from the weekend and what's coming up this midweek and weekend, with particular focus on the top 4. We answer your questions from the r/ScottishFootball Reddit community covering styles in the lower leagues, what lies ahead for QP and our favourite scran in the lower leagues. Finally, we discuss our favourite away day in recent years ahead of our big two parter next week. Remember and follow us on Twitter (@TBLowerLeague) and Instagram/LinkedIn by searching 'talkinglowerleague'.
It's finally here...the talkingLowerLeague & PureFitbaw partnership is here. We get together and chat about our half of the team so far before handing over to the guys to finish things off in part two. Keep an eye on our channels and the PureFitbaw channels for more from us!
The three of us return off the back of our new found superstardom to discuss the madness of the last few days. The suspension of lower league football takes centre stage as we discuss the ramifications of this and what lies ahead. We dissect the Scottish Cup action from the weekend, throw a few transfer stories in there and conclude with our r/ScottishFootball Q&A section. Lovely stuff. Remember and keep an eye on our social channels for some exciting collaborations in the coming weeks!
That's right, we're back. Ross, Ally and Dylan are together again to pick their standout results from the festive period. Alongside this, they preview this weekend's Scottish Cup ties and what they'll be watching. This episode also marks the launch of our r/ScottishFootball Q&A section answering plenty of questions from the Reddit community. Remember to follow us on social media and look after yourselves!
Dylan and Ally are back together again discussing the festive fun that is taking place across the divisions. Alongside our usual review/preview segments, the guys discuss their team of the season so far and why!
Dylan is back alongside Ally (thank f**k) for a festive fest of SPFL football chat. We cover the fact it's been over a year talking about the job stability of Mr McPake, Morton going mental, Clyde doing Clyde things, how Stirling Albion are the real deal and much more. We also look ahead to the Christmas fixtures taking over our lives. Remember to follow us on social media @TBLowerLeague on Twitter and talkingLowerLeague on Instagram. Are you a Reddit user? Remember and join r/ScottishFootball for the best daily Scottish football chat!
At this point, Dylan opens more cans to delve into the glorious world of WoSL action from the past week and previews the week ahead. He covers the top and bottom of the divisions shaping up and says Conference B is the most exciting league in the country. No drill. No joke. That happened. Enjoy!
On this week's show, Dylan cracks open a few cans and chats all things last weekend's results and previews the weekend ahead. Some things he talks to his Zoom screen about include Alloa's big win, Dumbarton impressing again, Albion Rovers defying the odds and much more. Including chatting about Stonewaller issue #2!
Ally and Dylan get together to review and preview all things Premier Division and the Conferences. Goals galore...again, transfer shake ups, inconsistencies and the return of Clydebank to senior football just gets better and better. All that...and much, much more! Remember to get involved over on our social media channels!
Ally and Dylan (who?) return to chat all things SPFL lower league soccer. Whether that be the continual battle for the heart of Fife, the eternally struggling Partick Thistle or Edinburgh City putting on a show...it's all there. Oh, and Ally talks about Brechin again. Of course. Very on brand of us. Remember and get involved across our social media channels with questions and feedback. Also buy Stonewaller magazine #2, we're in it looking all nice etc.
In a shocking turn events Ally has taken up hosting duties on the return of the West of Scotland Weekly show as he and Ross bring the standout results from last weekends Premier Division, as well as Conferences A. B & C. The guys also look forward to a stacked card this coming weekend in the Scottish football pyramid's newest leagues.
Ross & Ally are back again to talk a big week of cup and league action. They discuss Alloa's big win at the Indodrill, piling pressure on Robbie Nielson as well as their and Dunfermline's chances in difficult home ties in the next round. In the SPFL it was spoils shared for Airdrie & Cove as well as big win for Forfar in League 1, whilst in League 2 the guys discuss wins for Edinburgh City & Elgin. They then forecasted games for this weekend coming, including two big games for teams in the League 2 play-off mix; Cove vs. Montrose and Partick Thistle vs. Dumbarton in League 1 and in the Championship it's 3rd vs 1st and a tough away game for Hearts. Remember to keep an eye on our social media to keep up to date with us, as well as wherever you get your favourite podcasts.
Ross & Ally are back after a short break to analyse ANOTHER big weekend in the SPFL Championship; League 1 & League 2. Dunfermline remain the only unbeaten team in the Championship, who stood out for them under the Friday night lights? Clyde got a big win in what they hope will be the beginning of a resurgence whilst a former captain returns to potentially buoy them & a big win for Stranraer as Edinburgh City's slow start continues. The boys also look to the weekend ahead in SPFL Leagues 1 & 2 and discuss the lower league representatives chances in their respective Betfred Cup ties, including a difficult home tie for unbeaten Falkirk.. Remember to check out our social media channels to keep up to date with all things TLL!
Ross and Dylan unite again to go over the latest goings on across the WoSL and preview the big ties ahead this coming weekend. Ps, we love doing this show!
Ross and Dylan get together to talk all things league and cup action ahead of a busy week in the Scottish lower leagues. We review some standout league results as well as preview the midweek and weekend Betfred Cup action. Remember and catch our new show, WoSL Weekly, every week (funnily enough) across our channels too!
Ally and Dylan get together to discuss their stand out results and preview some big ties ahead of this weekend, including some interesting derbies. We cover the impressive start from Port Glasgow Juniors and Neilston, the big Cumbernauld derby, Drumchapel back on track and much more. We also touch on Larkhall departing the WoSL for this term and the potential punishments that lie ahead for sides down the line. Remember and get us over on Twitter (@TBLowerLeague) and Instagram (talkingLowerLeague).
Ross and Ally join up to discuss an action packed weekend of results and preview some early high stakes matches this weekend coming across the SPFL Championship, League 1 and League 2. Are Morton showing signs of life? Can anyone stop Dunfermline and Hearts? An upturn in form for Jim Duffy and Dumbarton, more Thistle woes & Cove Rangers looking dangerous are big talking points in League 1, but should you start HEDGING your bets on Brechin and are Queens Park as dominant as expected in League 2? Remember to check out our social media and ensure you're subscribed to talkingbaws wherever you get your podcasts to ensure you get the latest SPFL episodes, as well as our new WoSL Weekly shows too.
We get together for the first of our new, weekly shows focusing on the emotional rollarcoaster that is the West of Scotland League. From the Premier Division to Conference C, we cover the latest results and look ahead to the weekend's fixtures. We do our best to cover as much as we can and we welcome thoughts, feedback and questions!
The lads get together to dissect the latest round of results and look ahead to this coming weekend across the SPFL lower leagues. Have they and many others underestimated Raith Rovers? Thistle are off the mark and are Cove going to shock us all? Alongside this, we finally ask...is it Elgin's time to shine? Remember and get us across social media and follow our new WoSL weekly show too!
After a turbulent few weeks, the boys get together to look ahead to the WoSL Premier Division and this weekend's fixtures. We chat about potential title battle between Darvel and Kilwinning as well as chatting about our new favourite side, Rossvale. Also, what lies ahead for Cumbernauld and Kirkintilloch? We look forward to finding out! Remember to head over to @TBLowerLeague on Twitter and search talkingLowerLeague on Instagram to chat to us!
Dylan and Ally return (with Ross returning on Thursday!) to discuss the weekend's action and look ahead to another big weekend in the lower leagues. Of course, Clyde's victory over Thistle is on the agenda as well as impressive victories for Hearts, Raith Rovers, Edinburgh City and Cowdenbeath. Alongside this, we chat about what ties we'll be keeping an eye on this weekend. The three of us will be back on Thursday for our big WoSL Premier Division preview on Thursday!
It's time folks...the league action returns for our beloved lower league clubs at the weekend. We give our thoughts on how we think the Championship, League One & League Two will shape up this season as well as chatting about the weekend's big games. Safe to say, we can't wait. Remember to head over to our Twitter (@TBLowerLeague) and Instagram (@talkinglowerleague) and let us know your set up for the games on Saturday!
Ross and Dylan lead the line this week with Ally benched (kidding, he's fine and back next week) to discuss all things Betfred Cup as our beloved lower league clubs return to competitive action. They tackle the midweek games (recorded during Wednesday's games!) as well take a look ahead at the bumper card at the weekend!
The guys get together virtually as they discuss further setbacks for fans entering stadiums and the prospect of no football at all this campaign. However, on a brighter note, they preview the WoSL Conference A. Will it be a straight shoot out for top spot between Arthurlie and Shotts Bon Accord? Can Maryhill be the surprise package? Also, we discuss the difficulties Glasgow University may find themselves in this season. Of course, we cover where we would want to watch our football this season too! -- Music from filmmusic.io "Welcome to the Show" by Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) License: CC BY (creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/)
The lads are back to chat all things WoSL Conference B ahead of an exciting season. They cover Gartcairn's summer recruits, Shettleston's chances of success and why they're fans of Newmains Utd. They try to chat about the more unknown quantities and how they could get on this season including St.Cadoc's and, of course, which games they'll hopefully be heading along to in this league. Remember, we're on Instagram now too...so follow us there...please? -- Music from filmmusic.io "Welcome to the Show" by Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) License: CC BY (creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/)
In this special episode of talkingLowerLeague, Dylan is joined by our own Adam Duff (@these_ideas) and Scott Kelly of Stonewaller magazine. They get together to chat about the origins of Stonewaller, their work together, the impact of sub cultures on football and the importance of bringing new cultures/ideas to lower league clubs and the communities that support them. It was a fascinating chat. Remember to follow Adam on social media and his Etsy store. Also, get Scott and the team on social media and the Stonewaller website! -- Music from filmmusic.io "Welcome to the Show" by Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) License: CC BY (creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/)
The lads return to weekly episodes ahead of the return for the 2020/21 season in October. They'll be previewing all of the WoSL and SPFL lower leagues in the coming weeks, starting with WoSL Conference C. They chat about an incredible summer for Drumchapel Utd and what lies ahead, can Petershill rise again? and are Glasgow Perthshire and Yoker in for tough campaigns? They also offer which games they'll be heading along to in Conference C and why. Next week, it's over to Conference B! -- Music from filmmusic.io "Welcome to the Show" by Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) License: CC BY (creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/)
The lads return for the last of their monthly episodes...as they will be returning to usual weekly shows! They discuss the return of fans and teams getting back to training ahead of the cup and league campaigns kicking off in October. Top ties and teams in the Betfred Cup group stages are discussed as well as latest transfer news across the leagues. Finally, the guys chat about what their Saturday plans are for the season ahead as we reveal our special West of Scotland League news for the upcoming season...not long to go, folks!
In the 16th 'Would You Rather...' podcast, Jonny Boyle is joined by Christie Howieson and Vinnie Brownlow to answer some 'would you rather..' questions. It's recorded over Zoom so hopefully you understand the quality might not be as good as normal. They start with a question about being stranded in the rainforest or getting down to it with a dog before moving on to discuss swapping bodies, being tight and being too kind for your own good. WARNING - THIS PODCAST CONTAINS STRONG LANGUAGE & SEXUAL DISCUSSION --- Soundtrack - Sticks & Stones by Dead Man Fall. Available for download everywhere!
The lads return for their July podcast with plenty to cover. They chat about Robbie Neilson's move to Hearts, the court drama involving Hearts & Partick Thistle and all the permutations/excitement around football returning in October. Also, the guys chat about their top transfer picks of the summer so far and discuss which sides have impressed them on and off the park in lockdown. -- Music from filmmusic.io "Welcome to the Show" by Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) License: CC BY (creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/)
In the 15th 'Would You Rather...' podcast, Jonny Boyle is joined by Christie Howieson and Vinnie Brownlow to answer some 'would you rather..' questions. It's recorded over Zoom so hopefully you understand the quality might not be as good as normal. They start this week with a question about some random shouting options before moving on to being loved or hated and also cover some listener questions. WARNING - THIS PODCAST CONTAINS STRONG LANGUAGE & SEXUAL DISCUSSION --- Soundtrack - Sticks & Stones by Dead Man Fall. Available for download everywhere!
The boys caught up for the first time in weeks (before the reconstruction verdict btw!) to chat about the lifeline supplied by James Anderson's incredibly generous donation and the impact it could have. Alongside this, the lads talk about the final chapter in the reconstruction saga as well as the best signings and re-signings of the summer so far. Finally, they talk about their own personal views about returning to watch football in a socially distant manner. We'll be back again soon! -- Music from filmmusic.io "Welcome to the Show" by Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) License: CC BY (creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/)
In the 14th 'Would You Rather...' podcast, Jonny Boyle is joined by Christie Howieson and Vinnie Brownlow to answer some 'would you rather..' questions. It's recorded over Zoom so hopefully you understand the quality might not be as good as normal. They start sick this week, with Jonny asking if you'd rather ruin your favourite food or drink. Vinnie addresses graffiti problems and Christie doesn't quite think through her carrot question. WARNING - THIS PODCAST CONTAINS STRONG LANGUAGE & SEXUAL DISCUSSION --- Soundtrack - Sticks & Stones by Dead Man Fall. Available for download everywhere!
In the last lengthy podcast before a short break, the lads discuss the reconstruction updates as it seems 14-14-14 vs 14-14-16 is on the cards. They talk about the cooling talks between the new WoSL clubs and how the Conferences are shaping up as well as what games and away days they're looking forward to. Finally, the guys discuss their Championship team of the season and what their plans are over the next few weeks...don't worry they're not going anywhere! -- Music from filmmusic.io "Welcome to the Show" by Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) License: CC BY (creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/)
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