The Beesotted Brentford Pride of West London Podcast

Billy ‘The Bee' Grant is getting how fans feel about the potential European Tour after a hard-fought stalemate as Brentford dug in for a point against Leeds.We speak to Bees fans after a few pints - getting the lowdown on a disciplined defensive display, chances missed, and whether it's a point gained or two dropped on the road. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

With Brentford facing a trip to Elland Road this weekend to take on Leeds United, and after having been pegged back from a two-goal lead against Wolves last Monday, Billy ‘The Bee' Grant and Dave ‘Laney' Lane got their heads together to try and make sense of all things Bees and non Bees before the international break.As well as discussing these two fixtures, the lads celebrate Igor Thiago's call up for Brazil, Jordan Henderson's England selection and chin-wag about the other players who will be representing their countries in the coming couple of weeks in some high-stake World Cup play-offs.Jacob ‘The Gowler' Gowler and Jonathan ‘JB' Burchill also provide some stats, analysis and some funky facts to another packed showWe got lost in the madness which was the Afroman trial. Possibly the maddest trial ever. And the funniest Plus we chat to Oscar from All Leeds TV about Leeds UnitedSign up for Queen Bees here https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScyKWNTdhGnFY7llFkaDHTy9gRfWkr3LQ014xLRivRAIY_IIQ/viewform?pli=1 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Brentford were held to a frustrating 2-2 draw with Wolves in a game that had a bit of everything - goals, momentum swings and a sense it could have been more.Billy ‘The Bee' Grant was in the stands and the pubs after the match, chatting to both Bees and Wolves fans to get the instant reaction - plenty of debate over whether it's two points dropped or one gained.All the key moments and fan thoughts from a lively one in TW8. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Billy ‘The Bee' Grant and Dave ‘Laney' Lane get together for this week's Beesotted podcast with plenty on the agendaWe kick things off chatting about Matthew Benham and his appearance talking stats at the prestigious Massachusetts Institute of Technology with the crew from Men in Blazers – and what it says about the data-driven philosophy behind Brentford FCWe also discuss Bryan Mbeumo's recent interview with French podcaster Zach Nani, which gives a bit more insight into the Brentford forward away from the pitch.There's plenty of daft chat along the way as well - including Laney revealing that he irons his jeans (yes… really)We chat about atmosphere at the stadium - could it be better? What could be done to improve it?We also look back at the Bees' cup exit at the hands of West Ham United, reflecting on the disappointment of going out after the penalty shoot-outJonathan JB Burchill gives us more facts and a little bit of funkThe Gowler from Bees Breakdown gives the statistical and tactical lowdown on the forthcoming match against Wolverhampton WanderersPlus we chat to Dave from Talking Wolves who gives us the opposition view ahead of the clash with WolvesPlenty of chat. Plenty of nonsense. And everything you need to get you ready for the next Bees match.

Brentford's cup run came to a painful end after a penalty shoot-out defeat to West Ham.It was a night of frustration and what-might-have-been for the Bees, who battled hard but ultimately fell short from the spot.Billy ‘The Bee' Grant was outside chatting to the fans straight after the match to get their thoughts on the performance, the penalties, and the feeling after crashing out of the cup. As always, the supporters had plenty to say.

Brentford returned from the South Coast on Tuesday night with a point following a tough test against Bournemouth, and with Rico Henry on the crocked list... Monday night's Cup clash at West Ham now awaits and, if The Bees can come away smiling, they will have secured a place in the Quarter Finals for the first time since 1989.Billy The Bee Grant and Dave Laney Lane got together to talk about all things Brentford, and are joined by JB with his Facts-n-Funk and Andy Pain from Hammers United who shares his insight on what's going on with The Hammers recently and their chances of escape from relegation. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

A hard-fought point on the South Coast as The Bees dug in for a goalless draw at the stadium formerly known as Dean CourtBilly TheBee Grant was in the stands for this one – and then straight out into the pubs afterwards to get the real story from the travelling Brentford faithfulWas it a solid away performance and a valuable clean sheet? Did we do enough to win it? And how did the fans rate the chances at both ends?Billy speaks to supporters after the match – insidethe ground and in the boozers – to capture the immediate reaction, the hot takes, and the measured reflections after a tight 0-0Raw fan opinion. No filter. Straight after the final whistle Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

After the roller-coaster win at Turf Moor on Saturday, where The Bees eventually ran out 4-3 winners after a nerve-wrecking afternoon, Brentford have to regroup and head off to the South Coast to take on Bournemouth.Billy ‘The Bee' Grant and Dave ‘Laney' Lane get together to chat about the VAR-fuelled win in Lancashire, hot off the press news about new investors in the club and what that could mean, plus we look forward to a trip to the seaside to take on The Cherries. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This week on the Beesotted Pride of West London podcast, Billy TheBee Grant and Dave Laney Lane are back in the virtual studio chewing over plenty of big Brentford talking pointsWe kick off with the news that Keith Andrews has signed a new Brentford contract until 2032 - what it says about the club's long-term planning, the direction of travel and just how important he is behind the scenesThen it's a look back at the defeat to Brighton. Where did it go wrong? What were the key moments? And as ever, we hear from the fans straight after the match with their raw and honest reactionsJonathan JB Burchill rolls in with more facts and a little bit of funk - digging out nuggets you didn't know you needed but now won't be able to live withoutAnd with Burnley up next, we dive into the forthcoming match with The Allard and The Gowler from the Beyond The Breakdown podcast, bringing the statistical edge and tactical lowdown on what the Bees need to do to get the job doneBrighton frustration. Big contract news. Burnley on the horizonIt's all there Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Brentford lost 2-0 at home to Brighton today in a largely forgettable match… Beesotted spoke to Bees and Brighton fans after the match to try and make sense of a dull old afternoon at The Gtech. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Dave 'Laney' Lane and Lewis 'Sherlock' Holmes host the latest Beesotted podcast as we look forward to the visit of Brighton this weekend and look back to the excellent draw with Arsenal, and the not so excellent win over Macclesfield in the FA Cup on Monday night. Thanks also to Matt 'The Allard' Allard and Jacob 'the Gowler' Gowler, JB with his Facts and Funk and Russ from Brighton Rocks podcast for their contributions. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Bees had to fight hard for their win over Macclesfield in the cupWe spoke to Bees & Silkmen fans straight after the match Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Beyond The Breakdown is back with Jacob The Gowler Gowler and Matt The Allard Allard - and this week the focus is firmly on ArsenalThey examined the job Keith Andrews has done and how his philosophy is now fully embedded in this Brentford side. The main event, though, is that incredible performance against Arsenal - a display that disrupted their title charge and, on another day, should absolutely have delivered all three pointsThe lads go deep on the tactical detail - Keane Lewis-Potter's disciplined defensive role, how Brentford repeatedly played through Arsenal's press, Van den Berg's standout display, and what Collins being benched again tells usThere's analysis of the smash-and-grab at Villa Park too - exposing the high line and soft man-marking - before a proper deep dive into the statement win at St James' Park. The Ouattara and Lewis-Potter switch, the in-game shift to 4-4-2, Tonali's early freedom and how it was curtailed, plus the stats that show Brentford earned every bit of itFinally, they run the numbers on Brighton, Burnley and Bournemouth. Are these favourable fixtures? Why do Brentford always seem to get the better of Bournemouth? And how many points are realistically on the table?Stats. Tactics. Big calls. Proper Breakdown Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This week's Beesotted Pride of West London podcast sees Billy TheBee Grant looking ahead to Brentford's FA Cup trip to Macclesfield - with memories still lingering of their recent giant-killing shock against Crystal Palace. The question hanging in the air - could the Bees be next?Billy spoke to Macclesfield fan Ellie Thomason to get the full lowdown on the Silkmen and what Brentford fans should expect from this cup tie.Elle talked us through the emotional backdrop of the club. She reflected on the collapse of Macclesfield Town in 2020 and how painful that period was for supporters, referencing the chaotic final months which included the Sol Campbell era. For many fans, losing their club overnight left lasting scars.She explained how the rebirth as Macclesfield FC has brought huge pride back to the town. While older supporters haven't forgotten what happened, the phoenix club has created a renewed sense of connection between fans and ownership, with a strong community feel around matchdays and a club that feels more grounded and unified.On the pitch, Elle highlighted Macclesfield's strong league form and the confidence running through the side. She picked out key players Brentford fans should keep an eye on and spoke about their FA Cup run so far, which has built real belief around the place.When the draw paired them with the Bees, Elle admitted it was excitement first and foremost - a big occasion, a big gate and a chance to test themselves against Premier League opposition.We also discussed the manager John Rooney - Wayne Rooney's brother — and the added intrigue that brings. Elle gave insight into how the team sets up, what kind of game Brentford can expect tactically and atmospherically, plus where travelling Bees fans can grab a drink before kick-off including The Jolly Sailor, The Fountain and Red Willow Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Billy TheBee Grant was straight outside the ground after the Arsenal match, chatting to Bees and Arsenal fans to get the raw and honest reactions right after the final whistleWe spoke about the key moments that swung the game, the big performances out there, and whether Brentford got what they deservedAs always, it's proper fan emotion - no filter, no script - just supporters giving their instant verdict on the Arsenal clash.Give it a listen and let us know your thoughts.

Billy TheBee Grant returns to the Talksport studio to chat to Jason Cundy and Jamie O'Hara about the sacking of former Brentford boss Thomas Frank, getting their take on how his sacking has unfolded and how his time at The Bees is now being viewed from the outsideThen attention turns to Arsenal, with the lads discussing what Brentford need to do to get a result – how to stay compact, disrupt Arsenal's rhythm, be clinical on the break and make set pieces countIt's honest opinion, proper football chat and a look at how The Bees can ruffle a few feathers in this one Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This week's Beesotted Pride of West London podcast features Billy 'the Bee' Grant and Dave 'Laney' Lane, bringing you all the latest news ahead of the exciting clash with Arsenal in Brentford on Thursday nightWe also reflect on that brilliant victory at Newcastle last weekend, a result that has fans still buzzing and Yoanne Wissa crying and you can hear their reactions from the pub straight after the gameWe react to the sacking of ex Brentford manager Thomas Frank who was shown the door at Tottenham after their loss to Newcastle on Wednesday nightAhead of the Gunners' visit, we spoke with Laurie from AFTV about Arsenal's current title challenge who sees Brentford as Bee A Clear and Present Danger for The Gooners in a game he bills as a must win for ArsenalYou can catch the full interview with Laurie by clicking hereAnd we bring you stats from the Bees Breakdown crew who analyse the Newcastle match as well as give us the tactical lowdown on ArsenalPlus, don't miss JB Burchill with his latest Facts'n'Funk segment which as somewhat snake-related Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Billy Grant chats to Laurie Lyle from AFTV to get the lowdown on Arsenal in the run-up to the big match between the two sides.We discuss how this Arsenal side feels compared to recent seasons - whether grinding out wins without playing at their best is a sign of real maturity, or something we've seen beforeWith Man City quietly closing the gap again, Laurie gives an honest take on nerves, pressure, and whether the title race is starting to play on supporters' mindsWe look at Arteta's evolution over the last four seasons – tactics, personnel, and that much-talked-about “control” in matches. Are Arsenal adaptable enough when games get scrappy?And finally, what about Brentford? Honest views on the Bees as opponents, who worries Arsenal fans most, how the game might pan out, and a score predictionYou can catch ATFV on YouTube by clicking here ATFV COYB

Brentford went to Newcastle and rewrote a bit of history - bagging their first win there since 1934.A proper dogged Bees performance. Bees went behind, showed character to equalise, then pushed on to take the lead. Even when Newcastle were handed a penalty and dragged themselves back into the game, Brentford still had the guts, belief and bottle to go again and get the win.Straight after the final whistle, Billy TheBee Grant was in the pub speaking to Brentford fans – raw reactions, big smiles, disbelief, joy and plenty of love for a famous away day on Tyneside.A result to savour. A night to remember.

The Bees travelled to Newcastle as Brentford are reunited with the snake WissaBilly The Bee Grant and Dave Laney Lane spoke about it a little bitPlus the usual stats and tactics from Jacob The Gowler Gowler and facts and funk from JB BurchillThen we have Sam from Tru Faith podcast giving the lowdown on The Toon Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Billy TheBee Grant and Dave Laney Lane are back to chew over another busy week in Brentford-land as the Bees head to Villa Park.We kick off with a bit of transfer chat, including Frank the Tank Onyeka and the latest interest around himParis Magoma's moves to Norwich on a permanent Injury updates on Ajer and Damsgaard We looked back at the Nottingham Forest match, including the Man of the Match debate – Schade gets the nod, but not everyone's having it… some fans reckoned there was no standout at allBilly speaks to the fans straight after the Forest match to get the raw reaction from the standsThen it's time for Bees Breakdown as Jacob The Gowler Gowler dives into the stats and tactics from the Forest gameJonathan JB Burchill is on hand with his usual mix of facts, history and a little bit of funkAttention then turns to the weekend as we preview Aston Villa v BrentfordOpposition preview with Declan from the Aston Villa podcast The Rogers Report, giving us the Villa perspective on form, danger men and expectationsBees Breakdown – The Villa preview as The Gowler looks ahead to how Brentford might set up, where the game could be won or lost, and the key numbers to watchAll that, plenty of opinion, and the usual Beesotted nonsense along the way.

A lack-lustre performance from The Bees saw them slump to only their second home defeat against a Forest side desperate for three points to avoid them slipping closer to the relegation zoneWe spoke to fans immediately after the game in the stands and the pub Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Billy TheBee Grant and Dave “Laney” Lane are back with another packed episode, taking you inside a busy Brentford week on and off the pitchIn a packed intro we start by looking at the Premier League injury table, where the Bees' resilience really shows - third bottom in the Premier League for minutes lost through injuries (just 262), comparing favourably against clubs like Newcastle, Spurs, Arsenal, Chelsea and Forest who are sitting far higherThere's a full transfer round-up, including:The aerially dominant, defensively strong Kaye FuroKristoffer Ajer's and Vitaly Janelt getting contract extensions to 2030Nunes off to Swansea on loanOnyeka attracting interest from ValenciaGrowing attention around Kayode Plus a few rumours here and there including Harry Wilson from Fulham. Do we believe that one? We will seeWe also touch on TV fixture movements affecting Wolves, Bournemouth and Leeds, plus a nod to the fast that Steam Packet has new owners and we advise fans to get down there at midday for the Forest game due to shorter licensing hoursThen it's onto the chelsea Chelsea, breaking down the performance and standout players and talking to Chelsea and Brentford fans after the match Bees Breakdown gives an analysis on the game and JB gives more facts and funkLooking ahead to Nottingham Forest, we're joined by Matt from Forest Focus for opposition insight, before another slice of Bees Breakdown with a tactical analysis on ForestInsight, opinion, stats and voices from the stands - it's all here

Billy the Bee chats to Matt Davies from Forest Focus for the inside story on Nottingham Forest's topsy-turvy seasonThree managers in four months, a surprise European adventure, and a league position that's heading the wrong way - so what on earth is going on at the City Ground?Matt gives the Nottingham perspective on the chaos, the causes, and where Forest go from here.

Matt The Allard Allard and Jacob The Gowler Gowler return with another deep dive into the stats and tactics behind Brentford's performancesThis week, the lads analyse the Chelsea match through the numbers, digging into xG vs xGOT and what it reveals about chance quality, finishing, and overall control. There's also a detailed look at Brentford's 4-2-2-2 system — where it's working well, where it can be refined, and how opponents are approaching itSet pieces are a major focus, with an in-depth breakdown of corner kicks and long throws, comparing effectiveness this season with last and highlighting key trends.The pod then turns to Nottingham Forest, with a statistical preview of the opposition, insight into Sean Dyche's tactical approach, and a look at the Forest players to watchFinally, Matt and Jacob give their predictions for Brentford's points return across the upcoming Forest, Villa and Newcastle fixtures.Stats-led. Tactics-focused. Proper football analysis. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Brentford travelled to Stamford Bridge and put in a brilliant performance, taking the game to Chelsea and dominating long spells of the game. The Bees were all over the hosts, but missed chances proved costly as two mistakes swung the match in favour of ChelseaDespite the result, fans came away proud of the performance. Billy the Bee Grant grabs instant reactions from Brentford and Chelsea supporters straight after the final whistle. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Well this interview went #TeamsLike Brentford very quicklyBilly “The Bee” Grant appeared on Talksport's The Sports Bar with Jason Cundy and Jamie O'Hara to preview the upcoming Chelsea v Brentford match. It turned into one of the more awkward previews, with loosely structured questions and a fair bit of attempted rage-baiting as Jason Cundy repeatedly framed it as “small club Brentford” taking on “big club Chelsea” - despite Brentford sitting above Chelsea in the table and having beaten them three times at Stamford Bridge in the past four seasonsNot an easy interview at all but Billy navigated the line of questioning, setting the tone for a lively and occasionally chaotic build-up to the matchYou can also catch Beesotted's Chelsea match preview podcast, live now on PrideOfWest.LondonClick the link to sign up to Bees United and sign up for the presentation by Brentford performance coach Ben Ryan www.beesunited.org.uk/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Fresh off an FA Cup victory over Sheffield Wednesday, Billy The Bee Grant and Dave Laney Lane return to the virtual joint to reflect on a confidence-boosting cup win before turning their attention firmly back to league business.With Brentford looking to maintain their grip on 5th place in the Premier League, focus switches to a huge West London derby against Chelsea, with new manager Liam Rosenior at the helm for his first league match in charge - and straight into the deep end.There's more Facts & Funk from JB while King Tut delivers a no-nonsense Chelsea preview, assessing what's changed and how he feels the new manager will doCup joy, derby tension, league ambition — it's all here

With Brentford sitting in a lofty fifth position in the Premier League after back to back wins against Everton and Sunderland, The Bees can be distracted by the FA Cup this weekend and face a trip to Sheffield WednesdayThe match at Hillsborough provides Keith Andrews to rest a few and rotate the team to allow some of the fringe players their chance to impress in a match that the troubled hosts will be desperate to win in what has been a miserable few years since we last played them in the ChampionshipBilly ‘The Bee' Grant and Dave ‘Laney' Lane get together to discuss the last two memorable matches and ahead to the clash with The OwlsPlus Fudge from The Wednesday Week Podcast talks Wednesday Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Thew first of TWO podcasts previewing the Wednesday cup match. Billy The Bee Grant catches up with Fudge from The Wednesday Week Podcast and has a good old skool reminiesce about Championship days and more as they discuss Brentford's visit to Sheffield Wednesday in the FA CupThe main podcast also reviews the Everton and Sunderland gameYou can catch all our podcasts on PrideOfWest.London Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

A big win for Brentford. A convincing 3–0, another strong home performance, and the Bees move up to 5th place. Billy “The Bee” Grant reacts from the stands, soaking up the noise and the mood inside the ground, and grabs the thoughts of Brentford and Sunderland fans at full-time.Raw reaction. Honest takes. Big result.

With the fixtures coming thick and fast, Billy “The Bee” O'Grant and Dave “Laney” Lane sat down to look ahead to tonight's clash, fresh off that superb away win at Everton.The Black Cats have been one of the stories of the season, surprising plenty with their spirited return to the top flight. But Keith Andrews' side will be out for revenge after that last-gasp defeat at the Stadium of Light earlier in the campaign and with Brentford confidence sky-high, the Bees will be heading into this one fully expecting to push for all three pointsRichard Easterbrook from Wise Men Say podcast gives the Sunderland lowdown Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

We spoke to Everton and Bees fans after Brentford's win against Everton Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

A frustrating afternoon at the Brentford Community Stadium as Brentford are held to a goalless draw against a Spurs side that looked there for the taking. The Bees had the better moments and territory but couldn't quite find the cutting edge to turn pressure into points.Billy is straight outside the ground and in the pub at full time, chatting to Brentford and Spurs fans for instant, raw reaction - on missed chances, game management, and whether this feels like two points dropped or a point gainedDisappointment for the Bees, relief for Spurs, and plenty to unpick from a match that never quite caught fire Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

With the whiff of the Bournemouth victory still fresh in our minds, Brentford prepare to take on Thomas Frank's Tottenham at Brentford Community StadiumThe Bees' first fixture of 2026, Billy ‘The Bee' Grant and Dave ‘Laney' Lane look back at the excellent performance last time out, as well as discussing whether Keith Andrews' team can build on those positives and exact revenge on Spurs after our no-show at White Hart Lane earlier this month JB gives more facts and funk and Beyond The Breakdown of The Gowler and The Alllard discuss Supurs tactics It's a big New Year's Day clash under the lights, so park those hang overs and get behind the Bees Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Henderson vs Janelt, Thiago vs Wissa & Beating Spurs | Beyond the BreakdownThe Brentford Tactical and Statistical LowdownJacob The Gowler Gowler and Matt The Allard Allard dive deep into Brentford's recent performances and what they reveal about where the Bees really are right nowThe podcast kicks off with a Wolves and Bournemouth double-header, focusing on the re-shaped midfield. How did Brentford generate such a high level of xG, and is the rising xGA something to genuinely worry about or simply a by-product of how the games unfolded?There's a proper debate on whether the Bees actually look better without Jordan Henderson, backed up by a Janelt vs Henderson stats comparison. The numbers come out again as Thiago and Wissa go head-to-head in a detailed performance analysisLooking ahead, the lads preview Tottenham, including a tactical theory on how to beat Thomas Frank's evolving hybrid press, before rounding things off with previews of Everton and SunderlandStats, tactics and plenty to chew over — this one's for the nerds and the terrace philosophers.

As another rollercoaster Premier League year draws to a close, the Beesotted end-of-year special edition that does exactly what it says on the tin: looks back at Brentford's fortunes in 2025, through the voices of the Bees faithful.Hosted by Billy “the Bee” Grant and Dave “Laney” Lane, this pod remembers a year that had everything. Drama, delight, despair, disbelief – and plenty of moments that reminded us why supporting Brentford is never dull.Rather than just giving their own take, Billy and Laney threw the doors open to the fanbase, asking supporters to reflect on the season's defining moments. The result is a genuine snapshot of what it meant to follow the Bees over the last twelve months.Fans were invited to share their thoughts on:•⁠ ⁠Best Goals•⁠ ⁠Best Players•⁠ ⁠Best Away Days•⁠ ⁠The Crucial Moment•⁠ ⁠What Made You Laugh•⁠ ⁠What Made You Cry•⁠ ⁠What Will Make You Happy in 2026From thunderbolts and last-minute limbs, to long journeys, gallows humour and cautious optimism for the future, this episode captures the full emotional range of being a Brentford supporter.This special episode features contributions from a brilliant cross-section of the Beesotted community, including:SherlockSavvy BeeAli MullalleyIan WestbrookJB BurchillThe GowlerThe AllardLewis The CogHenry (Manchester Bee)CondormanBaltimore BeeRobin HoodChamEasy LeifLiberal TomNemoneTallahassee BeeSpidey BeeEach brings their own perspective, memories and personality, combining to tell the story of Brentford's 2025 season in a way only fans can.Sit back, stick the headphones on, and take one last look back at 2025, a year that reminded us all that supporting Brentford is never boring. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Brentford delivered a dominant 4–1 win over Bournemouth at the Gtech, controlling the match from the first whistle and setting the tone with an excellent first-half performance. The Bees' intensity, movement and quality told as the game wore on, with total control turned into a convincing scoreline.Billy The Bee Grant heads into the stands and then the pub after the final whistle, chatting to buzzing Brentford fans about a proper team performance, standout players, big moments and why this felt like a real statement win. Top vibes, strong opinions and plenty of Bees love after a cracking night

Billy TheBee Grant is joined by Dave Laney Lane for a festive Beesotted preview as Brentford return to action after the Christmas break, with Bournemouth heading to West London in the final fixture of the first half of the seasonThere's plenty of Christmas cheer to kick things off as we talk about a special message to Bees fans from Martin Allen - complete with a brilliant story involving a borrowed Christmas tree for the Brentford squadThe lads look back at the crucial win over Wolves, where the Bees delivered when it mattered and didn't hand the visitors their first league win of the seasonJacob Gowler from Bees Breakdown drops in with his usual sharp statistical and tactical analysis of that performanceJB Burchill brings the festive Facts & Funk, while Bees fans share their thoughts - and hopes - on what they want to see from the club looking ahead to 2026Finally, attention turns to Bournemouth, with Malcolm from UTCIAD joining us to give the opposition view and previews what could be a tricky test for the Bees as the festive football rolls on Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Billy The Bee Grant is in the stands and in the pubs after the final whistle, speaking to Bees and Wolves fanWe look at how Brentford took control of the game with a far better second-half performance, turning a tight contest in their favourSupporters from both sides give their thoughts on the goals, the big talking points, standout performances, and what the result means going forward. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Billy The Bee Grant and Dave “Laney” Lane grabbed a table in a boozer straight off the train back from Manchester City and chewed over a busy few days for the BeesThey kick off with the growing murmurs around Keith Andrews, as some fans voice their unhappiness with the current style of football - seeing Brentford as increasingly risk-averse. Substitutions, game management, attacking intent and how the team reacts to situations are all debatedThe Leeds and Man City matches are reviewed. Jacob Gowler from Bees Breakdown provides a statistical and tactical lowdown on the Leeds game with the decision to sit back and protect the lead is highlighted as a moment that ultimately backfiredWe hear fans' verdicts after the Leeds and Man City matches. Jonathan “JB” Burchill delivers some League Cup Facts & FunkAttention then turns to Wolves, with Dave from the Talking Wolves podcast giving the opposition viewJacob Gowler follows up by explaining why Wolves are massively underperforming and why that could still be a huge problem for Brentford, particularly with doubts over key players Thiago and HendersonStraight-talking analysis, supporter reaction and proper football chat - all from the boozer Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Billy The Bee Grant chats to Brentford fans straight after the final whistle following defeat at the Etihad. There's a sense that the Bees looked slightly more competirive than in recent matches but ultimately Man City's quality told.We get honest fan reaction on the performance, the defensive shape, moments where Brentford held their own, and where City's class made the difference. Reflections on effort, game management and what positives can be taken despite the result, with eyes already on the next fixture. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Billy TheBee Grant is in the pub straight after the final whistle, chatting to Brentford and Leeds fans to get the immediate reaction.It wasn't a classic - scrappy, physical and not great quality - but the Bees ground it out. Brentford went ahead, Leeds came back, and both sets of supporters had plenty to say about how it played out.Raw fan reaction, honest opinions, and pub-side debate while the match was still fresh. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Billy the Bee Grant and Laney regroup after the North London double defeat - with the Tottenham loss getting a proper pick-over - before switching focus to the key match with Leeds UnitedWe also dig into the furore around World Cup ticket pricesJB steps in to deliver more facts and funk. Plus, there's a clip from The Gowler and The Allard breaking down the Leeds match on their Beyond The Breakdown podcast (link below)https://shows.acast.com/the-beesotted-brentford-pride-of-west-london-podcast/episodes/brentford-beyond-the-breakdown-arsenal-spurs-setbacks-henderPlus Oscar from All Leeds TV drops in to give us the Leeds perspective Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode Billy dives into the growing global frustration surrounding the FIFA World Cup 2026 ticket prices. Fans from every corner of the football world are voicing their outrage as the cost of attending matches in the USA, Mexico, and Canada reaches unprecedented levels.Billy, along with Tom from the Football Supporters Association, breaks down why supporters feel blindsided, how pricing varies depending on the perceived value of the match and what this all means for the everyday fan who simply wants to experience the biggest football tournament on the planetJaw-dropping ticketing policies, they discuss the chaos, the disappointment, and more importantly the backlash FIFA didn't see coming Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Matt The Allard Allard and Jacob The Gowler Gowler dig into a tactical and analytical look at a mixed week for BrentfordArsenal & Spurs ReviewThe lads break down the defeats to Arsenal and Spurs, going beyond the scorelines to look at whether the numbers actually matched what fans were seeing on the pitch. Were Brentford really that off it, or did the data tell a slightly different story?Henderson v Nørgaard Midfield AnalysisA proper analytical comparison of ex-Bee Christian Nørgaard - now occasionally turning out for Arsenal - giving the full statistical picture of what Brentford have gained and lost in midfield since the summer switch.Leeds PreviewThe attention turns to Leeds. One of last season's promoted sides, and coming into the weekend off a win against Chelsea and a battling draw with Liverpool. The lads dig into Leeds' numbers, style, strengths, weaknesses, and how they compare to the other newcomers and the teams hovering near the bottom. What kind of threat are they really, and what should Brentford be ready for? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Billy TheBee Grant was caught up with fans straight after Brentford's match against Spurs - and there was no hiding from it.Brentford were dreadfulCouldn't win a first or second ball, the passing was off, the movement wasn't there, and they kept giving the ball away far too easily. Spurs simply showed more desire and it showedPlenty of honest views from the stands as we try to make sense of a rough afternoon for the Bees. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

HiIf you downloaded episode 1210 - Thomas Frank Under Fire as Bees Head to Spurs | Tottenham v Brentford Preview Podcast - before around 11am on Friday 5th December and the length of your podcast is around 1 hour 5 mins, it will be missing Ricky Sacks the Spurs away fan giving his previewThe new version (1 hour 11 mins) has now been uploaded which includes Ricky's preview so delete the version you have and redownload the podcast episode and you should be all goodCheers Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Billy The Bee Grant and Laney shake off the disappointment of the Arsenal defeat and gear up for another North London dust-up - this time against Spurs, where ex-Brentford boss Thomas Frank is taking plenty of heat from the Tottenham faithful for their recent wobble.In this week's pod we dive into:• Spurs fans' growing frustrations with Thomas Frank - and how his style compares to what Bees fans saw in West London• Bees fans making their presence felt at the Ashes• Brentford loanee Meghoma banging one in for Glasgow Rangers• The wild allegations surrounding Brighton owner Tony Bloom and secret gambling networks• A proper look back at Arsenal away – including why Brentford rested the spine of the side with Spurs in mind• Jonathan JB Burchill returning from the Far East with more facts, stats and funk• Jacob “The Gowler” Gowler from Bees Breakdown unpacking Spurs' tactical setup• Ricky from Last Word on Spurs giving us the Tottenham lowdownAnd if you fancy hearing Billy discuss how Spurs have dealt with Thomas Frank, check him out on Last Word on Spurs here:YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/live/ejs8eUgGjrE?si=_-NRhIyvh-esdoiySpotify: https://open.spotify.com/episode/5w3DcnyvJBoioeqMGXSVjR?si=9dbdc6ef85074ef4 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Billy “TheBee” Grant and the Beesotted crew were outside the Emirates and in the pubs straight after Brentford's 2-0 defeat to Arsenal, grabbing instant reaction from both sets of fans. We hear the Arsenal take on a solid home win… and the Brentford view on a stubborn performance that just didn't have enough cutting edge on the night.Merino's early header and Saka's late clincher were the big talking points, along with the atmosphere, the key moments, and where this leaves both sides heading into the next round of fixtures. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Billy TheBee Grant and Dave Laney Lane look ahead to Brentford's trip to Arsenal after a valuable 3–1 win over Burnley at the weekend.The lads revisit the Burnley match at the weekend with reaction from both sets of supporters straight after the final whistle. Burnley fans were honest about their side's defensive issues with a lack of desire to score being something that cost them. Meanwhile, Bees fans were relieved to see Brentford take their chances and bank three important points heading into a tough run of away gamesJonathan JB Burchill checks in fresh from the Far East with another batch of facts and left-field nuggets from his travelsAnd to tee up the Arsenal clash, Marty from AFTV drops in with the inside view on how the Gunners are shaping up and what Brentford can expect at the EmiratesYou can check out the FUL interview with Marty by clicking belowhttps://shows.acast.com/the-beesotted-brentford-pride-of-west-london-podcast/episodes/what-arsenal-expect-from-brentford-aftvs-matty-with-the-oppoA solid, no-nonsense preview pod ahead of a tricky midweek test Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.