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Today’s Topics: 1) Do we give blind obedience to our clergy? What does Saint Anthony Mary of Claret say? “The Golden Key to Heaven,” Immaculate Heart Publications, 1955, pp.189-192 2, 3, 4) Amazing list of lay Catholic scientists
Aston Villa return to Premier League action with a trip to Old Trafford to face an in-form Manchester United side. Dan Rolinson and Mat Kendrick shift their attention from the Europa League to preview the game.
Dan Rolinson and Mat Kendrick went LIVE after the full-time whistle in Lille to discuss Aston Villa's 0-1 victory in the first leg match of the Europa League Round of 16.
Dan Rolinson checks in with John Townley, who has arrived in Lille, to discuss Unai Emery and Morgan Rogers' press conference. John McGinn's back, what a sight that is, whilst Matty Cash misses out with injury. You can sense the big occasion approaching...
The Villa Social returns with an Aston Villa roundtable, discussing the race for a top five finish in the Premier League, how far Emery's side will go in the Europa League, plus chat on Ollie Watkins, John McGinn's return and the atmosphere at Villa Park. With thanks to Matt Lynch, Simon Lines, Rob Jones, Neil Dunworth, Ty Bracey and Jude Aston.
Mat Kendrick, Dan Rolinson and John Townley get together to begin the build-up to Aston Villa's most important game of the season: The first leg of the Europa League Round of 16 match away at Lille.
Since Aston Villa's defeat to Chelsea, there have been almost 70 messages in the Mailbag, so it's time Dan Rolinson and John Townley tried their best to answer them, LIVE!
Dan Rolinson and Mat Kendrick went live after returning home from Villa Park to discuss Aston Villa's timid defeat to Chelsea.
It's a huge game for Aston Villa on Wednesday as Unai Emery's side host Chelsea in a Champions League 6-pointer. So, we're rolling our Fanzone and Claret & Brew shows into one, as Dan Rolinson, Mat Kendrick & John Townley preview the game against the Blues.
Dan Rolinson and John Townley are back to answer your Aston Villa questions from the Mailbag, it's a fresh week with a huge fixture coming up on Wednesday.
Dan Rolinson and John Townley are live to debrief the Wolves defeat and get the game out of their system.
Dan Rolinson and Mat Kendrick discuss Aston Villa's embarrassing defeat to Wolves.
David and Dan David Ramey, founder of Ramey Wine Cellars, joins Dan Berger and Daedalus Howell on California Wine Country. He has been on CWC before, but it was a while ago, on this episode in 2018 and again here in 2019. The weather today is unseasonably warm, but it doesn't affect Dan's work. People tell him it seems he has the greatest job in the world. They think he just has to drink wine and write about it. But Dan actually drinks very little, when tasting and evaluating wine. The better the wine, the less of it you need to drink to appreciate high quality. “It’s not about volume, it’s about character,” says Dan. “Wine is food. It's fermented grape juice and it goes with food. You might get a little relaxed but you you don't drink wine to get drunk,” declares David. Dan reminds everyone, “Life’s too short to drink bad wine.” Dan Berger declares that Chardonnay today is better than it has ever been, and he thinks David Ramey can explain why. David thinks that the Chardonnay producers went down the wrong path, when rich, hedonistic wines, fruit bombs, were popular. Robert Parker was an influential wine critic and he liked that style. David Ramey’s Chardonnays represent a reversal of that trend and an appeal to wine lovers who know that Chardonnay can do much more than those big buttery fruit bombs that don’t age well. CWC is brought to you by Deodora Estate Vineyards. Visit Deodora to discover 72 acres in the Petaluma Gap that are producing exceptional Chardonnay, Pinot Noir and Riesling. Sip the difference! MS in Enology David Ramey describes his pathway into the profession of winemaking. He grew up in Sunnyvale, a schoolmate of Apple co-founder Steve Wozniak. He attended UC Santa Cruz from 1969-1973, when the campus was brand new. He worked as a waiter where he also had the chance to taste wine. He thought he would go and teach English in Colombia, but he never made it there. He was driving from Mexicali to Hermosillo and one day he describes a coup de foudre, French for a lightning strike, when he realized he should make wine. It’s something that people like, it’s not bad for the environment, it’s an aesthetic statement, lot to like about it. So he applied to UC Davis in enology. He had to take all his college level math and science courses at San Jose State before he could start the major. He graduated with a Master of Science in Enology. Several of his fellow students became famous winemakers. They are tasting one of David’s Chardonnays, which is not chilled. “Chardonnay is the red wine of whites.” Both whites he brought are 2015s and the reds are both 2013s. Both combine richness, strong acidity and good structure. Claret David went to France after he graduated. “I’m a classicist,” he says. He wanted to go where people have been making wine for a very long time, to learn how to do it. He ended up working in Bordeaux. Then he worked a harvest in Australia. They processed 37,000 tons of grapes that time. Next they taste the Claret. That name is protected now but David says they can still use it, they are grandfathered in. It is a generic British English term for a Bordeaux wine. The French claimed it, despite the fact that there is no place named Claret. It’s just a generic word, but it was ceded to the EU in trade negotiations. Ramey also treademarked two varietal blend names for themselves. Their Left Bank Blend is a Cabernet based blend. Template is another name, modeled on the Right Bank, so it is Merlot based. This is all with Sonoma County grapes. Dan adds that the name Ramey on the label indicates a higher level of quality, by itself.
Aston Villa have granted the 1897 Group space inside Villa Park to help boost the atmosphere for the remainder of the league season. The fan group will be visible inside Villa Park with flags and banners during the final five home league games of the campaign, after the club's football staff - including Unai Emery and Damian Vidagany - encouraged efforts to enhance the matchday atmosphere.
As we begin our build up to Friday Night Football at Molineux, Dan Rolinson and John Townley listen to your thoughts and opinions on Wolves - and share their own too.
Dan Rolinson and John Townley are LIVE for the midweek Claret & Blue Q&A.
On today's Claret & Brew episode, we're going serious. It's time to address Aston Villa's lack of creativity up front and Ollie Watkins' form. Is it as simple to say the midfield injuries have hampered us, or should the remaining players raise their game to get the club over the line?
Despite a narrow 0-1 loss to the Vancouver Whitecaps to kick off the 2026 campaign, there is a surprising amount of optimism surrounding the Claret-and-Cobalt. Today, we break down a performance that favored the brave and the young, even if the result didn't follow.
Luke Edwards is joined by Lilly Chippendale and Emma Nicholls Arsenal and United comfortably progress in the Champions League A cracker in the FA cup between Chelsea and Manchester United, Chatham bow out with their heads held high. Luke goes to see Burnley beat West Brom at Turf Moor as their is reaction from the Clarets Ross Wallace, Claudia Mummery-Walker and West Brom manager Siobhan Hodgetts-Still Plus a look ahead to international week Produced by Leo Audio Productions Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Dan Rolinson and John Townley answer your Aston Villa questions after the 1-1 draw against Leeds United.
Dan Rolinson and Mat Kendrick give their post-match verdict on Aston Villa's 1-1 draw with Leeds United.
It can be revealed that the appearance-based trigger which would see Villa buy Harvey Elliott permanently from Liverpool applies only to Premier League matches. Elliott can, therefore, feature freely in Europa League fixtures if selected by Unai Emery.
Dan Rolinson and John Townley preview Aston Villa's home match against Leeds United, massive opportunity for three points in the race for Champions League football.
John Townley and Dan Rolinson go LIVE for an Aston Villa Q&A session.
On this afternoon's Claret & Brew episode, Dan Rolinson, Mat Kendrick and John Townley (nice of you to join us) are reacting to YOUR Aston Villa unpopular opinions.
Dan Rolinson and John Townley answer your Aston Villa questions after Unai Emery's side exited the FA Cup in the fourth round.
Dan Rolinson and Mat Kendrick discuss Aston Villa's exit from the FA Cup after defeat to Newcastle United at Villa Park.
Aston Villa host Newcastle United in the 4th Round of the FA Cup on Saturday evening, with Unai Emery's side gunning for Europa League victory, and a top five finish in the Premier League, how seriously will Aston Villa approach this tie?
Dan Rolinson and Mat Kendrick are live after Aston Villa's massively important 1-0 win against Brighton.
Dan Rolinson and John Townley digest the Brighton result whilst also look ahead to the upcoming fixtures whilst taking on another batch of your Aston Villa questions - LIVE!
Unai Emery needs Villa Park to be at its brilliant best to build momentum in a crucial part of the season. On this week's Claret & Brew: An open discussion on the atmosphere at Villa Park.
Dan Rolinson and John Townley are joined by Sky's Rob Jones to answer your Aston Villa questions. On today's episode we look for reasons for positivity amongst the fanbase, understanding why some may be concerned and having one eye on a summer in which a rebuild of Villa's squad could be expected.
The London Stadium has a new talisman. In a €29 million "fireworks display" of a deal, West Ham United have secured Argentine forward Valentín “Taty” Castellanos from Lazio. In this episode, we break down why Nuno Espírito Santo identified the former MLS Golden Boot winner as the "ultimate offensive puzzle piece" for the Hammers' survival bid.From his technical grace and "chess grandmaster" vision to his legendary four-goal haul against Real Madrid, Taty isn't just a striker—he's a full-spectrum attacking catalyst. We analyze how his "mischievous playmaker" style will link up with Jarrod Bowen and fellow new arrival Pablo Felipe to ignite the Claret and Blue attack. Taty Castellanos West Ham, Lazio transfer news, Nuno Espírito Santo tactics, Premier League relegation battle, Argentina national team forwards.
Dan Rolinson and Matt Lynch discuss Aston Villa's 1-1 draw at Bournemouth, after Morgan Rogers put Unai Emery's side ahead.
Unai Emery discussed Harvey Elliott's loan situation in Aston Villa's pre-Bournemouth press conference.
Aston Villa head to Bournemouth on Saturday for a rare 3pm kick off with the feeling amongst supporters being that Villa need to bounce back after the Brentford defeat, and quick.
Dan Rolinson and John Townley return with a midweek episode about the latest in the world of Aston Villa. Looking at Villa's reason for expensive ticket prices against Leeds United, comparing the 'run in' with Liverpool and what to do with Harvey Elliott...
Claret & Brew returns this week as Dan and John go head-to-head once more in our quiz series. Once a month, Kendrick puts together a quiz to test their knowledge (and yours!) on this one, we're looking back at the last decade of the January Transfer Window.
It's Transfer Deadline Day and whilst we expect Aston Villa to have a quiet Monday, there's still absolutely loads to get in to - come and ask us your Villa questions!
Dan Rolinson and Mat Kendrick discuss Aston Villa's defeat against with Brentford. Tammy Abraham thought he'd had the ball in the back of the net, but the goal was ruled out controversially by VAR.
Aston Villa return to Villa Park for Premier League action on Sunday to face a Brentford side that, let's face it, are doing far better than anyone would have predicted in the summer. Emery's side must keep momentum going by picking up all three points.
Dan Rolinson and John Townley answer a round of your Aston Villa questions from the Mailbag - LIVE!
Dan Rolinson and Mat Kendrick were live after the final game of the Europa League league phase, Unai Emery's side completed a comeback from 0-2 down in the final minutes to secure a 2nd place finish in the table.
Aston Villa in 2026 have Europa League and FA Cup ambitions but also a desire to return to Champions League action in 2027. Currently sat 3rd with a good points buffer to 6th place, what happens next for Villa?
Claret & Brew is back! Our weekly show where Dan, John and Mat discuss Aston Villa for half an hour over a coffee, on today's agenda, there can be only one topic: Transfers.
After a brilliant win against Newcastle United, we've opened the mailbag to find a ridiculous amount of questions, so let's try and wade through as many as we can - live!
Dan Rolinson is joined by For The Love of Paul McGrath Podcast 's Neil Dunworth to discuss Aston Villa's huge win against Newcastle United, ending a 21 year hoodoo.
Aston Villa face another tough away game with a trip to St. James' upcoming on Sunday to play Newcastle United. Who should start alongside Ezri Konsa? Is this Sancho's moment to shine?
Hello! Mark is joined by Aston Villa podcaster Dan Rolinson from the Claret and Blue Podcast. The focus is Aston Villa's poor record here at St James' Park - 17 games without a win, and whether that'll continue this weekend. We hope so! *** Get an exclusive discount on your NORD VPN by clicking here: https://nordvpn.com/toon There's no risk a 30-day money back guarantee #nufc #nufcfans #newcastleunited Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
24 hours after the win against Fenerbahce, it's time for another live episode of the Claret & Blue podcast, on the agenda for this one: We answer your questions ahead of Newcastle United away on Sunday.