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Well, it certainly wasn't a good week for Aston Villa, with consecutive losses to Manchester City and Crystal Palace. With only a few games remaining in the Premier League, it's now a big week leading up to Fulham's trip to Villa Park, so Cole and Simon got together to look at the bigger picture (or at least attempt to).You can listen for FREE on Acast, Apple Podcasts, and Spotify - dig in!WHAT DO WE DISCUSS?Should we be concerned about last week's performances heading into the final four matches of the season?Why can't Unai Emery seem to figure out Crystal Palace?Mings versus Torres.There's a real sense of negativity following Saturday's poor performance at Wembley; would a win over Fulham fix that?What would be deemed a successful season at this point?STAY CONNECTED:Email: holtecast@gmail.comX: @HoltecastPodThreads: HoltecastBluesky: @holtecastpod.bsky.socialCole Pettem: @TalkAstonVillaSimon O'Regan: @SiOReganEPISODE NOTES:Thank you to our charity partner, Acorns Children's Hopsice.Donate today to support a fantastic charity: https://www.acorns.org.uk/get-involved/donate/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

It's now five consecutive wins for Aston Villa in the Premier League, with Unai Emery's men now only two points off of Newcastle United in third place. Listen in as Cole and Simon discuss a massive victory at Villa Park, the squad's undeniable confidence and look ahead to the trip to Manchester City on Tuesday.You can listen for FREE on Acast, Apple Podcasts, and Spotify - dig in!WHAT DO WE DISCUSS?Did it truly feel like it was Aston Villa's day after Ollie Watkins' goal in the first minute?Let's get the diabolical refereeing chatter out of the way, shall we?Let's show Ian Maatsen some love!Tielemans' class and Watkins' impact.Should we be concerned about Marcio Asensio's shooting boots?The importance of heading to Manchester City on Tuesday full of confidence.How might Villa setup, with another massive week ahead?STAY CONNECTED:Email: holtecast@gmail.comX: @HoltecastPodThreads: HoltecastBluesky: @holtecastpod.bsky.socialCole Pettem: @TalkAstonVillaSimon O'Regan: @SiOReganEPISODE NOTES:Thank you to our charity partner, Acorns Children's Hopsice.Donate today to support a fantastic charity: https://www.acorns.org.uk/get-involved/donate/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Aston Villa bow out of the Champions League in style, with a 3-2 comeback win against PSG and nearly turning the tie around. Join Cole and Simon as the lads return to reflect on Tuesday's memorable performance at Villa Park and look ahead to Saturday's clash against Newcastle United.You can listen for FREE on Acast, Apple Podcasts, and Spotify - dig in!WHAT DO WE DISCUSS?How proud can Aston Villa fans be of Tuesday's performance at Villa Park?Simon's thoughts on the Villa Park atmosphere on Tuesday.John McGinn's rendition of THAT Alan Hutton goal in in 2018!What's going on with Ollie Watkins?Can Villa keep the positive momentum going against Newcastle?STAY CONNECTED:Email: holtecast@gmail.comX: @HoltecastPodThreads: HoltecastBluesky: @holtecastpod.bsky.socialCole Pettem: @TalkAstonVillaSimon O'Regan: @SiOReganEPISODE NOTES:Thank you to our charity partner, Acorns Children's Hopsice.Donate today to support a fantastic charity: https://www.acorns.org.uk/get-involved/donate/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

It's four Premier League wins in a row now for Unai Emery's Aston Villa, with a 3-0 win over Southampton being the latest result in a strong run of form. Listen in as Cole and Simon got together to react to a positive result on the road, Villa's sub-perb options from the bench and look ahead to Tuesday's massive clash against PSG.You can listen for FREE on Acast, Apple Podcasts, and Spotify - dig in!WHAT DO WE DISCUSS?PSG, Newcastle United, Manchester City and Crystal Palace in the space of two weeks - how are we all feeling?A tame first half and convincing second half; let's talk about the importance of taking care of business!Marco Asensio joins a small group in Premier League history...Donyell Malen, a surprising super-sub!Did we see enough rotation on Saturday, with PSG in mind on Tuesday?How will Aston Villa approach PSG on Tuesday?STAY CONNECTED:Email: holtecast@gmail.comX: @HoltecastPodThreads: HoltecastBluesky: @holtecastpod.bsky.socialCole Pettem: @TalkAstonVillaSimon O'Regan: @SiOReganEPISODE NOTES:Thank you to our charity partner, Acorns Children's Hopsice.Donate today to support a fantastic charity: https://www.acorns.org.uk/get-involved/donate/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Aston Villa's trip to Paris was certainly a difficult adventure, but one that shows just how far this team has come. Join Cole and Simon as the lads return to reflect on some valuable lessons learnt away at PSG and look ahead to this weekend's trip to Southampton.You can listen for FREE on Acast, Apple Podcasts, and Spotify - dig in!WHAT DO WE DISCUSS?Alright, it was certainly a difficult match, but there were certainly some positives.The third goal was a sucker-punch, but the tie isn't over yet, is it?Importance of the Villa Park atmosphere next week.Heading into Southampton with plenty of confidence after a defeat.Never doubt Unai Emery!Three word reviews; the Holtecast Twitter followers react to the match!STAY CONNECTED:Email: holtecast@gmail.comX: @HoltecastPodThreads: HoltecastBluesky: @holtecastpod.bsky.socialCole Pettem: @TalkAstonVillaSimon O'Regan: @SiOReganEPISODE NOTES:Thank you to our charity partner, Acorns Children's Hopsice.Donate today to support a fantastic charity: https://www.acorns.org.uk/get-involved/donate/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Unai Emery's Aston Villa are now on a seven match unbeaten run and are heading into a massive clash with Paris Saint-Germain on Wednesday, with plenty of momentum. Listen in as Cole and Simon reflect on wins over Brighton and Nottingham Forest and look ahead to Villa's trip to Paris with France-based football journalist, Jonathan Johnson.You can listen for FREE on Acast, Apple Podcasts, and Spotify - dig in!WHAT DO WE DISCUSS?Cole and Simon give their view on Aston Villa's performances last week.A clean sheet and two wins are all that matters, right?The importance of Villa contributing as a collective group.What does Jonathan make of the two-legged affair between PSG and Villa?Does the underdog tag fit Unai Emery's Aston Villa?Right then, how are we all feeling ahead of Wednesday's first leg in Paris?STAY CONNECTED:Email: holtecast@gmail.comX: @HoltecastPodThreads: HoltecastBluesky: @holtecastpod.bsky.socialCole Pettem: @TalkAstonVillaSimon O'Regan: @SiOReganGUEST: @Jon_LeGossipEPISODE NOTES:Thank you to our charity partner, Acorns Children's Hopsice.Donate today to support a fantastic charity: https://www.acorns.org.uk/get-involved/donate/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Aston Villa are off to Wembley for a date with Crystal Palace in the FA Cup Semi-Finals! Cole, Seb and Simon return to chat about all things Villa in the wake of victory and a clean sheet at Deepdale against Preston North End on Sunday.You can listen for FREE on Acast, Apple Podcasts, and Spotify - dig in!WHAT DO WE DISCUSS?How do the lads feel about Aston Villa's performance?Marcus Rashford's big performance at Deepdale.Three clean sheets in a row! What has changed?A little Boubacar Kamara love-in!How important will squad rotation be with a busy schedule to finish off the season?With Crystal Palace at Wembley on the horizon, are we all feeling confident enough?STAY CONNECTED:Email: holtecast@gmail.comX: @HoltecastPodThreads: HoltecastBluesky: @holtecastpod.bsky.socialCole Pettem: @TalkAstonVillaSimon O'Regan: @SiOReganSebastian Bacon: @SebastianBacon8EPISODE NOTES:Thank you to our charity partner, Acorns Children's Hopsice.Donate today to support a fantastic charity: https://www.acorns.org.uk/get-involved/donate/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Former Preston North End striker, Neil Mellor, joins Cole and Simon for a chinwag ahead of Preston v Aston Villa in the FA Cup Quarter-Finals.You can listen for FREE on Acast, Apple Podcasts, and Spotify - dig in!WHAT DO WE DISCUSS?We're FINALLY back after a long and dreaded international break - hooray!What has Neil made of Preston's season thus far?Could Preston take the next step in becoming a promotion candidate in the near future?How has life been under the stewardship of Paul Heckingbottom?No Kaine Kesler-Hayden for Preston this weekend...a big problem for the hosts?What has Neil made of Aston Villa this season?Right then, who's feeling more confident ahead of Sunday?STAY CONNECTED:Email: holtecast@gmail.comX: @HoltecastPodCole Pettem: @TalkAstonVillaSimon O'Regan: @SiOReganGUEST - X: @NeilMellor33EPISODE NOTES:Thank you to our charity partner, Acorns Children's Hopsice.Donate today to support a fantastic charity: https://www.acorns.org.uk/get-involved/donate/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Aston Villa train is going full steam ahead heading into the latter stages of the 2024/2025 campaign, with Unai Emery's men set to compete in the quarter-finals of the Champions League and FA Cup alongside their bid for a European place in the Premier League. Join Cole, Simon and Seb as the lads look ahead to Villa's clash with PSG next month and try to get some perspective on a busy run-in for the boys in claret and blue.You can listen for FREE on Acast, Apple Podcasts, and Spotify - dig in!WHAT DO WE DISCUSS?Tot ziens, Brugge and bonjour, PSG! How are the lads feeling ahead of next month's two-legged tie against the French giants?Are Aston Villa hitting form at just the right time?Is a top 5 finish still realistic given Villa's remaining batch of Premier League fixtures?It's certainly a privelege to witness Villa competing on three fronts in the final months of the season, isn't it?STAY CONNECTED:Email: holtecast@gmail.comTwitter: @HoltecastPodCole Pettem: @TalkAstonVillaSimon O'Regan: @SiOReganSebastian Bacon: @SebastianBacon8EPISODE NOTES:Thank you to our charity partner, Acorns Children's Hopsice.Donate today to support a fantastic charity: https://www.acorns.org.uk/get-involved/donate/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Aston Villa are officially undeafeted in the Premier League for the month of March! Listen in as Cole, Seb and Simon get together to discuss a hard-fought win away at Brentford, Axel Disasi's passion and try to spread some optimism heading into Wednesday's Champions League clash against Club Brugge.You can listen for FREE on Acast, Apple Podcasts, and Spotify - dig in!WHAT DO WE DISCUSS?It wasn't pretty, but it certainly was effective! What did the lads make of a second consecutive away win?Ollie Watkins love scoring against Brentford, doesn't he?Axel Disasi's start to his Aston Villa career.Where does Donyell Malen fit into this Villa side?Will Villa advance to the Quarter-Final of the Champions League on Wednesday?STAY CONNECTED:Email: holtecast@gmail.comTwitter: @HoltecastPodCole Pettem: @TalkAstonVillaSimon O'Regan: @SiOReganSebastian Bacon: @SebastianBacon8EPISODE NOTES:Thank you to our charity partner, Acorns Children's Hopsice.Donate today to support a fantastic charity: https://www.acorns.org.uk/get-involved/donate/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

It's advantage Aston Villa heading into the second leg of their Champions League round of 16 tie against Club Brugge following a 3-1 away win on Tuesday evening. Join Cole and Simon as the lads return to reflect on a key victory in Belgium, Villa's squad health and look ahead to a clash with Brentford on Saturday.You can listen for FREE on Acast, Apple Podcasts, and Spotify - dig in!WHAT DO WE DISCUSS?A draw would've done nicely, but a win is a win! What did the lads make of a key away win in the Champions League?Leon Bailey's impact on the match.Effective substitutions galore!Is it too early to fall in love with Marco Asensio?Are Aston Villa getting healthy at the perfect time?An away match at Brentford on Saturday...time to dismiss the Champions League hangover curse?STAY CONNECTED:Email: holtecast@gmail.comTwitter: @HoltecastPodCole Pettem: @TalkAstonVillaSimon O'Regan: @SiOReganEPISODE NOTES:Thank you to our charity partner, Acorns Children's Hopsice.Donate today to support a fantastic charity: https://www.acorns.org.uk/get-involved/donate/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Aston Villa's inconsistent form continued in the Premier League, with a frustrating 4-1 loss to Crystal Palace, however, Unai Emery's men quickly redeemed themselves by besting Cardiff City 2-0 to advance to the Quarfer-Finals of the FA Cup for the first time since the 2014-2015 season. Listen in as Cole and Seb return to put some perspective on the week that was for the Villa and look ahead to a massive match away at Club Brugge on Tuesday.You can listen for FREE on Acast, Apple Podcasts, and Spotify - dig in!WHAT DO WE DISCUSS?With another frustrating away loss in the Premier League, what can we make of Villa's league form this season?Where do the frustrations lie at this point?Marco Asensio's eye for goal and importance moving forward.Who do you prefer in the number 10 position...Morgan Rogers or Marco Asensio?An FA Cup Quarter-Final clash awaits! How are the lads feeling about it?Can Villa redeem themselves this time out against Club Brugge?STAY CONNECTED:Email: holtecast@gmail.comTwitter: @HoltecastPodCole Pettem: @TalkAstonVillaSebastian Bacon: @SebastianBacon8EPISODE NOTES:Thank you to our charity partner, Acorns Children's Hopsice.Donate today to support a fantastic charity: https://www.acorns.org.uk/get-involved/donate/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Aston Villa are back in the thick of the race for a Champions League spot following a 2-2 draw against Liverpool and 2-1 win over Chelsea at Villa Park. Join Cole, Simon and Seb as the lads discuss the crucial week that was for Unai Emery's side, Ian Maatsen's role in the side and the importance of a healthy squad going into the latter stages of the campaign.You can listen for FREE on Acast, Apple Podcasts, and Spotify - dig in!WHAT DO WE DISCUSS?Well, we certainly weren't expecting 4 points from 6! What did the lads make of two crucial matches at Villa Park?Where does Ian Maatsen fit into this Aston Villa side?The importance of John McGinn and Youri Tielemans.Donyell Malen's role heading into the latter stages of the campaign.A healthy Aston Villa = A promising end to the season.STAY CONNECTED:Email: holtecast@gmail.comTwitter: @HoltecastPodCole Pettem: @TalkAstonVillaSimon O'Regan: @SiOReganSebastian Bacon: @SebastianBacon8EPISODE NOTES:Thank you to our charity partner, Acorns Children's Hopsice.Donate today to support a fantastic charity: https://www.acorns.org.uk/get-involved/donate/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Unai Emery's Aston Villa fail to close the gap between themselves and the clubs above them in the Premier League table following a 1-1 draw with Ipswich Town. Listen in as Cole and Simon are joined by Andy Bates from the Gather 'Round The Lamp podcast to assess Villa's stalement at Villa Park, the club's conistently inconsistent nature and how Emery's men will approach a crucial run of upcoming fixtures.You can listen for FREE on Acast, Apple Podcasts, and Spotify - dig in!WHAT DO WE DISCUSS?Right then, how are we all feeling about Saturday's frustrating draw against Ipswich Town?Injuries aside, should Aston Villa be doing better in the Premier League this season?Is the combination of Champions League matches and a deeper FA Cup run catching up to Villa?Let's show Ollie Watkins some love, shall we?What should be the priority for Villa at this point in the season?STAY CONNECTED:Email: holtecast@gmail.comTwitter: @HoltecastPodCole Pettem: @TalkAstonVillaSimon O'Regan: @SiOReganAndy Bates: @VillaLampEPISODE NOTES:Thank you to our charity partner, Acorns Children's Hopsice.Donate today to support a fantastic charity: https://www.acorns.org.uk/get-involved/donate/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Aston Villa are heading to the 5th round of the FA Cup thanks to goals from Jacob Ramsey and Morgan Rogers. Tune in as Cole and Seb are joined by Neil Dunworth from the For The Love of Paul McGrath podcast to discuss Jacob Ramsey's strong form, Donyell Malen's dynamic nature and gush over Villa's shiny new toys (Marcus Rashford and Marco Asensio, we are looking at you!).You can listen for FREE on Acast, Apple Podcasts, and Spotify - dig in!WHAT DO WE DISCUSS?What did the lads make of Sunday's win over Spurs?Could Aston Villa go all the way in the FA Cup this season?Are we seeing some of Jacob Ramsey's best form in a Villa shirt at the moment?How important is Donyell Malen to this Villa team?Let's talk about Marcus Rashford and Marco Asensio's cameos, shall we?STAY CONNECTED:Email: holtecast@gmail.comTwitter: @HoltecastPodCole Pettem: @TalkAstonVillaSebastian Bacon: @SebastianBacon8Neil Dunworth: @LoveMcGrathpodEPISODE NOTES:Thank you to our charity partner, Acorns Children's Hopsice.Donate today to support a fantastic charity: https://www.acorns.org.uk/get-involved/donate/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

It's been an extremely busy winter transfer window for Aston Villa and with that in mind, listen in as Cole, Seb and Simon discuss the ins and outs of the football club's transfer dealings and try to answer the most important question of all...is the current Villa squad better than it was prior to the opening of the winter transfer window?You can listen for FREE on Acast, Apple Podcasts, and Spotify - dig in!WHAT DO WE DISCUSS?Overall, what did the lads make of Aston Villa's transfer business?Was it the right time to sell Jhon Durán?Does Kosta Nedeljkovic's loan/potential sale to RB Leipzig make sense?Are Villa in a better position heading into the summer months now?Are Marcus Rashford and Marco Asensio the right kind of signings for Villa at this moment in time?Is the current Villa squad better than it was prior to the opening of the winter transfer window?STAY CONNECTED:Email: holtecast@gmail.comTwitter: @HoltecastPodCole Pettem: @TalkAstonVillaSimon O'Regan: @SiOReganSebastian Bacon: @SebastianBacon8EPISODE NOTES:Thank you to our charity partner, Acorns Children's Hopsice.Donate today to support a fantastic charity: https://www.acorns.org.uk/get-involved/donate/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In a week where transfer speculation seems to have consumed our minds over football matches being played, listen in as Cole and Tom return to reflect on another Champions League hangover, a bevy of defensive concerns and a plethora of transfer business/news surrounding the football club.You can listen for FREE on Acast, Apple Podcasts, and Spotify - dig in!WHAT DO WE DISCUSS?From finishing in the top 8 of the Champions League to a sluggish loss away at Wolves; what did the lads make of the week that was for Aston Villa Football Club?Why does this post-Champions League hangover continue to sting Villa?Centre-back/defensive concerns continue! What needs to change?Goodbye Jhon! Durán joins Al Nassr....an example of the lesser of two evils perhaps?Marcus Rashford and Marco Asensio are set to join Aston Villa on loan; no risk moves or is there more to it?Assessing Villa's January business...well, trying to!STAY CONNECTED:Email: holtecast@gmail.comTwitter: @HoltecastPodCole Pettem: @TalkAstonVillaTom Nightingale: @tdnightingaleEPISODE NOTES:Thank you to our charity partner, Acorns Children's Hopsice.Donate today to support a fantastic charity: https://www.acorns.org.uk/get-involved/donate/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Between a loss to AS Monaco and draw against West Ham United, it was a frustrating week for Aston Villa, with more questions than answers being posed. Join Cole, Tom and Simon as the lads reflect on Champions League priorities, centre-back concerns and Jhon Durán's future.You can listen for FREE on Acast, Apple Podcasts, and Spotify - dig in!WHAT DO WE DISCUSS?Aston Villa's Champions League/Premier League balancing act struggles continue, but what did the lads make of it?Importance of Jacob Ramsey's strike against West Ham.Goodbye Diego Carlos! Was selling the Brazilian the right call?With a potential injury to Tyrone Mings, how important is the January transfer window now?Can we safely rule out a sale of Jhon Durán this month and what does his future look like heading into the summer?STAY CONNECTED:Email: holtecast@gmail.comTwitter: @HoltecastPodCole Pettem: @TalkAstonVillaSimon O'Regan: @SiOReganTom Nightingale: @tdnightingaleEPISODE NOTES:Thank you to our charity partner, Acorns Children's Hopsice.Donate today to support a fantastic charity: https://www.acorns.org.uk/get-involved/donate/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Aston Villa remain undefeated in 2025 following an away win over Everton and comeback draw against Arsenal. Join Cole and Simon as the lads discuss an important week for the football club, the brilliance of Ollie Watkins and the importance of the Lucas Digne/Ian Maatsen left-back rotation.You can listen for FREE on Acast, Apple Podcasts, and Spotify - dig in!WHAT DO WE DISCUSS?A massive week for Unai Emery's Aston Villa! What did the lads make of clashes against Everton and Arsenal?With only 2 losses out of the last 11 matches, are Villa already on a promising run of form?Is it fair to say that Villa look a bit more structured in 2025?Why is there always criticism around Ollie Watkins' performances?The importance of the Lucas Digne/Ian Maatsen rotation.What can Donyell Malen bring to the football club?STAY CONNECTED:Email: holtecast@gmail.comTwitter: @HoltecastPodCole Pettem: @TalkAstonVillaSimon O'Regan: @SiOReganEPISODE NOTES:Thank you to our charity partner, Acorns Children's Hopsice.Donate today to support a fantastic charity: https://www.acorns.org.uk/get-involved/donate/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Aston Villa marked their 150th anniversary match with a win over West Ham United in the third round of the FA Cup on Friday and with that, perhaps the potential for a bit of cup magic seeps into the hopes and dreams of Villa fans alike. Join Cole and Seb as the lads reflect on a historic night at Villa Park, look ahead to a massive week and discuss the latest transfer comings and goings at the football club.You can listen for FREE on Acast, Apple Podcasts, and Spotify - dig in!WHAT DO WE DISCUSS?Friday night's festivities at Villa Park certainly had mixed reviews amongst Villa supports, but what did Seb make of it all?An Aston Villa performance that certainly required patience; what did the lads make of it?Does Youri Tielemans need a rest and more importantly, can Villa afford to make that decision?Emi Buendia's impact.What could additions to Villa's right-hand side mean for Matty Cash and Leon Bailey?Ah, the magic of the FA Cup! How are we all feeling heading into the fourth round?With Everton and Arsenal coming up, how big of a week is this for the football club?STAY CONNECTED:Email: holtecast@gmail.comTwitter: @HoltecastPodCole Pettem: @TalkAstonVillaSebastian Bacon: @SebastianBacon8EPISODE NOTES:Thank you to our charity partner, Acorns Children's Hopsice.Donate today to support a fantastic charity: https://www.acorns.org.uk/get-involved/donate/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Unai Emery's Aston Villa began 2025 with three points in the bag ahead of a busy month filled with Premier League, Champions League and FA Cup action. Listen in as Cole and Tom return to discuss an ugly, but important win over Leicester City at the weekend, Leon Bailey's redemption arc and look ahead to, what most Villa fans will hope is the start of a magical FA Cup run (we know how this usually goes, don't we?) against West Ham United on Friday.You can listen for FREE on Acast, Apple Podcasts, and Spotify - dig in!WHAT DO WE DISCUSS?A perfect start to 2025 in terms of points secured, but a less than convincing win; sometimes you just need to take an ugly win and move on, right?Ian Maatsen's instant impact.Leon Bailey's road to redemption and what this means for his Aston Villa career.Ross Barkley, an undervalued impact player?What is/should be Villa's biggest priority in the January transfer window?Villa haven't experienced much FA Cup magic in the last decade or so, but could that begin to turn around against West Ham on Friday?STAY CONNECTED:Email: holtecast@gmail.comTwitter: @HoltecastPodCole Pettem: @TalkAstonVillaTom Nightingale: @tdnightingaleEPISODE NOTES:Thank you to our charity partner, Acorns Children's Hopsice.Donate today to support a fantastic charity: https://www.acorns.org.uk/get-involved/donate/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

It certainly wasn't the end to 2024 that Aston Villa fans were hoping for, with a loss away at Newcastle United and a hectic draw against Brighton, which leaves fans heading into 2025 with more questions than answers. Tune in as Cole and Seb discuss officiating blunders, defensive concerns and try to look positively into a new year that surely will be filled with more Villa-related action.You can listen for FREE on Acast, Apple Podcasts, and Spotify - dig in!WHAT DO WE DISCUSS?A difficult loss on the road and a frustrating draw at Villa Park to round out 2024; does the last few days perfectly summarize Aston Villa's season thus far?Officiating in England is just appalling, isn't it?Defensively, why are Villa such a mess?Tyrone Mings' impact and role in the team.Are fans relying on some January transfer magic a little too much?Looking ahead to, hopefully, a positive 2025!STAY CONNECTED:Email: holtecast@gmail.comTwitter: @HoltecastPodCole Pettem: @TalkAstonVillaSebastian Bacon: @SebastianBacon8EPISODE NOTES:Thank you to our charity partner, Acorns Children's Hopsice.Donate today to support a fantastic charity: https://www.acorns.org.uk/get-involved/donate/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Unai Emery delivered an early Christmas present for Aston Villa fans on Saturday, with a 2-1 win at Villa Park against a struggling Manchester City side. Listen in as Cole and Simon reflect on Saturday's victory, Jhon Durán's most complete performance in a Villa shirt and assess the true value of Emery's side.You can listen for FREE on Acast, Apple Podcasts, and Spotify - dig in!WHAT DO WE DISCUSS?A nearly complete performance for Aston Villa on Saturday; was that Villa's best performance of the season thus far?Jhon Durán's impact and complete performance.Just how good is Morgan Rogers?How mint is Youri Tielemans in the number 10 position?What should Villa fans make of Jack Grealish's hand gesture?Villa's smart transfer business and the evident benefits of it.Conor Hourihane's retirement; all the best to the Bandon Beckham!Right then folks; have a brilliant holiday season and we'll speak to you all again soon!STAY CONNECTED:Email: holtecast@gmail.comTwitter: @HoltecastPodCole Pettem: @TalkAstonVillaSimon O'Regan: @SiOReganEPISODE NOTES:Thank you to our charity partner, Acorns Children's Hopsice.Donate today to support a fantastic charity: https://www.acorns.org.uk/get-involved/donate/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

From Champions League highs to lowly Premier League moments, it's been a mixed week for Aston Villa Football Club. Join Cole and Simon as the lads discuss the European/domestic balancing act that Villa continue to struggle with and try to figure out exactly why Emery's men continue to struggle defensively.You can listen for FREE on Acast, Apple Podcasts, and Spotify - dig in!WHAT DO WE DISCUSS?Nearly a perfect week, but it wasn't meant to be! What did the lads make of the week that was for Aston Villa?Will Villa figure out how to balance the Champions League and Premier League this season?Have Villa been found out in certain circumstances?Kamara's brilliance.Can Emery's men repeat last season's brilliant win over Manchester City at Villa Park on the weekend?This will annoy those Negative Nancy's on social media, but TRUST THE PROCESS!STAY CONNECTED:Email: holtecast@gmail.comTwitter: @HoltecastPodCole Pettem: @TalkAstonVillaSimon O'Regan: @SiOReganEPISODE NOTES:Thank you to our charity partner, Acorns Children's Hopsice.Donate today to support a fantastic charity: https://www.acorns.org.uk/get-involved/donate/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The claret and blue machine is beginning to chug along nicely again ahead of yet another important week for the football club. With that in mind, Cole and Simon return after a brief spell on the sidelines to discuss the ebbs and flows of Villa's recent results, the Watkins/Duran 1-2 punch and the importance of Boubacar Kamara and Lucas Digne.You can listen for FREE on Acast, Apple Podcasts, and Spotify - dig in!WHAT DO WE DISCUSS?Two wins in a row and Villa are back in the top 6! Funny old season, isn't it?The importance of maintaining perspective during the ups and downs of a season.Watkins and Duran, an underrated 1-2 punch!Mings and Kamara's importance to this Aston Villa side.Is Lucas Digne Villa's player of the season thus far?Anyone fancy a trip to Leipzig or Nottingham?STAY CONNECTED:Email: holtecast@gmail.comTwitter: @HoltecastPodCole Pettem: @TalkAstonVillaSimon O'Regan: @SiOReganEPISODE NOTES:Thank you to our charity partner, Acorns Children's Hopsice.Donate today to support a fantastic charity: https://www.acorns.org.uk/get-involved/donate/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Aston Villa are well and truly in a bit of a rough patch at the moment, with a self-inflicted loss to Brugge in the Champions League and a hard-fought loss to Liverpool in the Premier League. Join Cole and the returning Tom Nightingale as the lads try to put some perspective on Villa's recent form, look at the bigger picture, and try to decide which mythical claret and blue creature would win in a fight (yes, this was a debate).You can listen for FREE on Acast, Apple Podcasts, and Spotify - dig in!WHAT DO WE DISCUSS?Well, Aston Villa are truly in a rut! How will they get out of it?From Mings' handball to conceding from your own corner-kick, what sort of mindset do the players currently have?The Watkins and Duran debate!Assessing Villa's consistently inconsistent wingers.Looking at the bigger picture, Unai Emery could turn this around potentially quickly, right?It's all about the mindset!Let's enjoy the ride this season, shall we?STAY CONNECTED:Email: holtecast@gmail.comTwitter: @HoltecastPodCole Pettem: @TalkAstonVillaTom Nightingale: @tdnightingaleEPISODE NOTES:Thank you to our charity partner, Acorns Children's Hopsice.Donate today to support a fantastic charity: https://www.acorns.org.uk/get-involved/donate/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In what will likely be the worst week of the season thus far from an Aston Villa perspective, Cole and Simon return to discuss Villa's dip in form as of late, squad rotation question marks, and look ahead to away trips to Brugge and Liverpool.You can listen for FREE on Acast, Apple Podcasts, and Spotify - dig in!WHAT DO WE DISCUSS?2 losses and 1 draw in the last three matches; what's gone wrong lately?Can squad rotation actually be a blessing and a curse?Aston Villa's winger conundrum.Should we be concerned about Matty Cash's ability to stay fit/healthy?Brugge and Liverpool away this week! How are we feeling?Let's enjoy the ride this season, shall we?STAY CONNECTED:Email: holtecast@gmail.comTwitter: @HoltecastPodCole Pettem: @TalkAstonVillaSimon O'Regan: @SiOReganEPISODE NOTES:Thank you to our charity partner, Acorns Children's Hopsice.Donate today to support a fantastic charity: https://www.acorns.org.uk/get-involved/donate/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

It was yet another busy week for the mighty Aston Villa as Unai Emery's men improved to a 3-0 record in the Champions League and dropped two points against Bournemouth in the Premier League following a last second equalizer by the visitors. Listen in as Cole and Simon discuss Villa's balancing act between midweek and weekend fixtures, a worrying shift in mentality in the final moments of the Bournemouth match, and look ahead to another jam-packed week of Aston Villa goodness.You can listen for FREE on Acast, Apple Podcasts, and Spotify - dig in!WHAT DO WE DISCUSS?3-0 in the Champions League; who saw that coming, right?Should fans be concerned about Villa's weekend struggles following midweek matches?What really happened in the final moments of the Bournemouth match?Palace, Spurs, Brugge, and Liverpool up next! How confident are we feeling?Let's enjoy the ride this season, shall we?STAY CONNECTED:Email: holtecast@gmail.comTwitter: @HoltecastPodCole Pettem: @TalkAstonVillaSimon O'Regan: @SiOReganEPISODE NOTES:Thank you to our charity partner, Acorns Children's Hopsice.Donate today to support a fantastic charity: https://www.acorns.org.uk/get-involved/donate/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Another dreaded international break has ended and the mighty Aston Villa are back in business following a 3-1 win on the road against Fulham at Craven Cottage. Join Cole, Simon, and Seb as they discuss a healthy Villa squad, Youri Tielemans quietly churning out impressive performances, and look ahead to Tuesday's match against Bologna in the Champions League.You can listen for FREE on Acast, Apple Podcasts, and Spotify - dig in!WHAT DO WE DISCUSS?It certainly wasn't an easy win on Saturday, but what did the lads make of the result at Craven Cottage?Aston Villa's best start to a Premier League season since 1998/1999; what can't Unai Emery do at this point?No slowing down for Morgan Rogers!Youri Tielemans' vital role in the Aston Villa midfield.A healthy squad, finally!How might Unai Emery approach Tuesday's match against Bologna?STAY CONNECTED:Email: holtecast@gmail.comTwitter: @HoltecastPodCole Pettem: @TalkAstonVillaSimon O'Regan: @SiOReganSebastian Bacon: @SebastianBacon8EPISODE NOTES:Thank you to our charity partner, Acorns Children's Hopsice.Donate today to support a fantastic charity: https://www.acorns.org.uk/get-involved/donate/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

It's certainly been an interesting week for Aston Villa! Listen in as Cole and Tom return to discuss an emotional victory over Bayern Munich in the Champions League, Sunday's sleepy draw against Manchester United, and reflect on strong start to the season for Unai Emery's men.You can listen for FREE on Acast, Apple Podcasts, and Spotify - dig in!WHAT DO WE DISCUSS?A real contrast in quality between the Bayern Munich win and Manchester United draw, but how do the lads feel about the week that was for Aston Villa?What does this draw against United say about this Villa team?Aston Villa beat Bayern Munich in the Champions League at Villa Park...does it still feel like a dream?The importance of matching expectations with reality.With injury bug popping up again, has the international break come at a good time?Let's just enjoy this brilliant Villa team, shall we?Let's remind ourselves how far this football has come under Unai Emery, shall we?STAY CONNECTED:Email: holtecast@gmail.comTwitter: @HoltecastPodCole Pettem: @TalkAstonVillaTom Nightingale: @tdnightingaleEPISODE NOTES:Thank you to our charity partner, Acorns Children's Hopsice.Donate today to support a fantastic charity: https://www.acorns.org.uk/get-involved/donate/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Well, Aston Villa certainily never do anything the easy way and Sunday's draw away at Ipswich Town was no different! Join Cole and Tom as they discuss Sunday's events at Portman Road, continuous defensive concerns, and look ahead to a massive clash against Bayern Munich at Villa Park on Wednesday.You can listen for FREE on Acast, Apple Podcasts, and Spotify - dig in!WHAT DO WE DISCUSS?Sloppy and defensive play mixed in with some moments of brilliance from Ollie Watkins and Morgan Rogers; what did the lads make of Sunday's draw?How should fans look at Aston Villa's defensive issues...blame injuries, defensive structure, the player's themselves?Why are Villa being sucked into opponents game plan's so easily at times?Shoutout to Rogers and Watkins!Bayern Munich on Wednesday...how massive will that game be at Villa Park?Should we expect to see any personnel changes on Wednesday?Let's remind ourselves how far this football has come under Unai Emery, shall we?STAY CONNECTED:Email: holtecast@gmail.comTwitter: @HoltecastPodCole Pettem: @TalkAstonVillaTom Nightingale: @tdnightingaleEPISODE NOTES:Thank you to our charity partner, Acorns Children's Hopsice.Donate today to support a fantastic charity: https://www.acorns.org.uk/get-involved/donate/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Yet again, Aston Villa turn things around at Villa Park, with a 3-1 victory over Wolverhampton Wanderers on Saturday. Tune in as Cole, Tom, and Simon discuss Villa's impressive "Never say die!" mentality, Ross Barkley's impact, and the flexibility within the squad.You can listen for FREE on Acast, Apple Podcasts, and Spotify - dig in!WHAT DO WE DISCUSS?A first half to forget and a second half to savor! What did the lads make of events at Villa Park on Saturday?Is it safe to say that, in the early days of the season, Aston Villa truly are the real comeback kings?What can be made of Diego Carlos' first start of the season?Are Villa lacking control, especially from a defensive point of view, at times so far this season?It's time for a Ross Barkley love-in!How important has Villa's squad depth been so far and how important will it prove to be throughout this campaign?Onto Wycombe away! Who's feeling confident?STAY CONNECTED:Email: holtecast@gmail.comTwitter: @HoltecastPodCole Pettem: @TalkAstonVillaTom Nightingale: @tdnightingaleSimon O'Regan: @SiOReganEPISODE NOTES:Thank you to our charity partner, Acorns Children's Hopsice.Donate today to support a fantastic charity: https://www.acorns.org.uk/get-involved/donate/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

After the first international break of the 2024/2025 season, Aston Villa returned to action with a thrilling 3-2 come from behind win over Sean Dyche's Everton. Listen in as Cole and Tom return to discuss Villa's defensive frailities, Jhon Durán's goal for the ages, and look ahead to Tuesday's visit to the Wankdorf in the Champions League.You can listen for FREE on Acast, Apple Podcasts, and Spotify - dig in!WHAT DO WE DISCUSS?15 minutes of defensive naivety lead to plenty of work to be done at the other end of the pitch; how concerning is Aston Villa's lack of defensive solidity?No Leon Bailey means a potentially big problem?Morgan Rogers' ruthlessness in front of goal will come!Youri Tielemans' impactA trip to the Wankdorf awaits in the Champions League!All of this and so much more! Enjoy the podcast and Up The Villa!STAY CONNECTED:Email: holtecast@gmail.comTwitter: @HoltecastPodCole Pettem: @TalkAstonVillaTom Nightingale: @tdnightingaleEPISODE NOTES:Thank you to our charity partner, Acorns Children's Hopsice.Donate today to support a fantastic charity: https://www.acorns.org.uk/get-involved/donate/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

It's two consecutive wins on the road to start the season for Aston Villa and heading into the first international break of the season, there's plenty to be positive about! Join Cole, Simon, and Seb as the lads discuss a promising start to the season for Unai Emery's men, Villa's upcoming Champions League journey and look back at the summer transfer window that was.You can listen for FREE on Acast, Apple Podcasts, and Spotify - dig in!WHAT DO WE DISCUSS?Okay then, how are the lads feeling after a hard-fought victory on the road in Leicester?How important is Amadou Onana to this Aston Villa team?What can be made of Lamare Bogarde's first start/Premier League debut?The Watkins v Durán debate continues!How confident should we feel when it comes to Villa's Champions League draw?Can we safely say that the summer transfer window was a success for the football club?All of this and so much more! Enjoy the podcast and Up The Villa!STAY CONNECTED:Email: holtecast@gmail.comTwitter: @HoltecastPodCole Pettem: @TalkAstonVillaSimon O'Regan: @SiOReganSebastian Bacon: @SebastianBacon8EPISODE NOTES:Thank you to our charity partner, Acorns Children's Hopsice.Donate today to support a fantastic charity: https://www.acorns.org.uk/get-involved/donate/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Fail to take your chances and eventually, you'll get punished! Aston Villa found that out the hard way against Arsenal on Saturday, however, there are still plenty of things to take encouragement from when it comes to Unai Emery's men. Join Cole and Tom as the lads reflect on a rusty Ollie Watkins, the incredible Morgan Rogers, and all things Aston Villa.You can listen for FREE on Acast, Apple Podcasts, and Spotify - dig in!WHAT DO WE DISCUSS?Right, how are the lads feels about the first loss of the season?Can we safely put Ollie Watkins' performance yesterday down to ring rust?It's time for a Morgan Rogers love-in!Villa will win more games than they lose playing like they did against Arsenal on Saturday, right?Onto Leicester away next weekend!All of this and so much more! Enjoy the podcast and Up The Villa!STAY CONNECTED:Email: holtecast@gmail.comTwitter: @HoltecastPodCole Pettem: @TalkAstonVillaTom Nightingale: @tdnightingaleEPISODE NOTES:Thank you to our charity partner, Acorns Children's Hopsice.Donate today to support a fantastic charity: https://www.acorns.org.uk/get-involved/donate/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Aston Villa claim their first win away at West Ham since April 16th, 2011 and now look to make it three wins in a row against Arsenal on Saturday, With that in mind, listen in as Cole, Simon, Tom, and Seb reflect on a positive start to the season for Unai Emery's men.You can listen for FREE on Acast, Apple Podcasts, and Spotify - dig in!WHAT DO WE DISCUSS?Well then, it only took a bit of chaos for Aston Villa to win away at West Ham again; what did the lads make of the result?Apparently pre-season results don't matter, eh?Amadou Onana's impact and potential this seasonThe curious case of Matty Cash (Was it a penalty?)Should Jhon Durán stick around this season and can he make that vital next step in his young career?Let's discuss Villa's squad depth shall we?Twitter Polls and everyone's favourite game, Dean Smith's Juggling 6, is back!!!All of this and so much more! Enjoy the podcast and Up The Villa!STAY CONNECTED:Email: holtecast@gmail.comTwitter: @HoltecastPodCole Pettem: @TalkAstonVillaTom Nightingale: @tdnightingaleSimon O'Regan: @SiOReganSebastian Bacon: @SebastianBacon8EPISODE NOTES:Thank you to our charity partner, Acorns Children's Hopsice.Donate today to support a fantastic charity: https://www.acorns.org.uk/get-involved/donate/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

With Aston Villa returning to Premier League action on Saturday, it's time to look ahead to the new campaign with excitement and optimism. As a result, Aston Villa writer for The Athletic, Jacob Tanswell, joined Cole and Tom to discuss Villa's busy pre-season, transfer business, and what we could expect from Unai Emery's men this season.You can listen for FREE on Acast, Apple Podcasts, and Spotify - dig in!WHAT DO WE DISCUSS?What did Jacob make of Aston Villa's escapades in the USA and pre-season as a whole?Which summer signing's stand out the most?Compared to last season's squad, how does Jacob think Villa currently match up?What does Jacob think Villa could/still need to do within the transfer window?Which competition's should be a priority for Villa this campaign?Right then, where do we think Villa could finish in the table this season?All of this and so much more! Enjoy the podcast and Up The Villa!STAY CONNECTED:Email: holtecast@gmail.comTwitter: @HoltecastPodCole Pettem: @TalkAstonVillaTom Nightingale: @tdnightingaleGUEST: @J_TanswellEPISODE NOTES:Thank you to our charity partner, Acorns Children's Hopsice.Donate today to support a fantastic charity: https://www.acorns.org.uk/get-involved/donate/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Aston Villa's pre-season journey is underway and with that in mind, Cole, Simon, and Tom return to discuss the football club's latest transfer business, Morgan Rogers' bright future, and an absolutely epic home kit launch.You can listen for FREE on Acast, Apple Podcasts, and Spotify - dig in!WHAT DO WE DISCUSS?What can be made of Jaden Philogene's return to Aston Villa and where does he fit into Unai Emery's puzzle?Is selling Moussa Diaby the right call?Could Amadou Onana be the missing link in Villa's midfield?Morgan Rogers has been the main man during the early stages of Villa's pre-season; how big of a role could he play this season?What does Tuesday's epic home kit launch mean in terms of how the football club has evolved off of the pitch?All of this and so much more! Enjoy the podcast and Up The Villa!STAY CONNECTED:Email: holtecast@gmail.comTwitter: @HoltecastPodCole Pettem: @TalkAstonVillaSimon O'Regan: @SiOReganTom Nightingale @tdnightingaleEPISODE NOTES:Thank you to our charity partner, Acorns Children's Hopsice.Donate today to support a fantastic charity: https://www.acorns.org.uk/get-involved/donate/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

It's been a busy summer for Aston Villa and as a result, Cole and Simon return to reflect on the PSR juggling act, the comings and goings in the locker room, and the recent ticket price structure that has been put in place at the football club.You can listen for FREE on Acast, Apple Podcasts, and Spotify - dig in!WHAT DO WE DISCUSS?What have the lads made of Aston Villa's summer thus far?Can we finally stop talking about PSR for the foreseeable future...please?How big of a loss is Douglas Luiz and have Villa done well in the deal with Juventus given the circumstances?Is Ross Barkley a perfect fit for Villa's midfield?Has Monchi earned his money so far this summer given the transfer business that has been completed?Where does Kaine Kesler-Hayden's future lie after the contract extension?Let's dive into the ticket price hike, shall we?All of this and so much more! Enjoy the podcast and Up The Villa!STAY CONNECTED:Email: holtecast@gmail.comTwitter: @HoltecastPodCole Pettem: @TalkAstonVillaSimon O'Regan: @SiOReganEPISODE NOTES:Thank you to our charity partner, Acorns Children's Hopsice.Donate today to support a fantastic charity: https://www.acorns.org.uk/get-involved/donate/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

July 1st has proven to be a busy day for Aston Villa Football Club, with three new additions walking into Bodymoor Heath. With that in mind, Cole was joined by Ollie from The WALT (We Are Luton Town) Podcast to discuss what Villa fans can expect from Ross Barkley in what will be his second spell at Villa Park.You can listen for FREE on Acast, Apple Podcasts, and Spotify - dig in!WHAT DO WE DISCUSS?From a Luton Town perspective, what does Ollie make of Ross Barkley's move to Aston Villa?More importantly, what kind of Ross Barkley is Villa getting this time around?Is it fair to say that Barkley has more than proved his durability/health during his time with Luton?How will the loss of Barkley impact the Hatters?All of this and so much more! Enjoy the podcast and Up The Villa!STAY CONNECTED:Email: holtecast@gmail.comTwitter: @HoltecastPodCole Pettem: @TalkAstonVillaGUEST: @TheWALTPodcastEPISODE NOTES:Thank you to our charity partner, Acorns Children's Hopsice.Donate today to support a fantastic charity: https://www.acorns.org.uk/get-involved/donate/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The transfer carousel has started to spin and as a result, Aston Villa have confirmed the departure of Tim Iroegbunam to Everton and the signing of Lewis Dobbin from The Toffees. As a result, Cole was joined by Mike Richards from The Unholy Trinity Podcast to discuss what Villa fans can expect from Dobbin and how he could fit into Unai Emery's plans.You can listen for FREE on Acast, Apple Podcasts, and Spotify - dig in!WHAT DO WE DISCUSS?What type of player is Lewis Dobbin?Would Mike say that Dobbin is an out and out winger?How are Everton fans feeling about the sale of Dobbin to Aston Villa?What can be made of the deal from both sides?All of this and so much more! Enjoy the podcast and Up The Villa!STAY CONNECTED:Email: holtecast@gmail.comTwitter: @HoltecastPodCole Pettem: @TalkAstonVillaGUEST: @UHTPodcastEPISODE NOTES:Thank you to our charity partner, Acorns Children's Hopsice.Donate today to support a fantastic charity: https://www.acorns.org.uk/get-involved/donate/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

With the transfer chatter surrounding Douglas Luiz's potential move to Juventus only heating up, our Cole was joined by Youtuber and Juventus FC host/presenter, Giuseppe Bognanni, to discuss the Brazilian's pending move to Italy and what Aston Villa fans could expect from the likes of Samuel Iling-Junior and Weston McKennie.You can listen for FREE on Acast, Apple Podcasts, and Spotify - dig in!WHAT DO WE DISCUSS?What does Giuseppe make of the pending deal that would send Douglas Luiz to Juventus for Samuel Iling-Junior, Weston McKennie, and €20m?On a similar note, what has been the general perception of the proposed deal amongst the Juventus fan base?What can be made of Iling-Junior's time at Juventus during such an early stage of his young career?Onto Weston McKennie, can his time at Juventus be deemed a success and should fans disregard his spell at Leeds United?Overall, how are Juventus fans feeling about the possibility of losing the likes of Iling-Junior and McKennie?All of this and so much more! Enjoy the podcast and Up The Villa!STAY CONNECTED:Email: holtecast@gmail.comTwitter: @HoltecastPodCole Pettem: @TalkAstonVillaGUEST: @GJustjuveEPISODE NOTES:Thank you to our charity partner, Acorns Children's Hopsice.Donate today to support a fantastic charity: https://www.acorns.org.uk/get-involved/donate/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

BBC Radio WM host, Daz Hale, joined Cole and Simon to discuss what it's like to cover a variety of West Midlands football clubs on the radio, some of his favourite moments hosting the Football Phone-In, and the season that was for Aston Villa.You can listen for FREE on Acast, Apple Podcasts, and Spotify - dig in!WHAT DO WE DISCUSS?From the perspective of a radio presenter, what's a typical day like for Daz while on the job?How does Daz find covering a variety of West Midlands clubs compared to just honing in on one club?What's it been like to deal with Unai Emery thus far?How special of a season was it for Aston Villa and the fan base?All of this and so much more! Enjoy the podcast and Up The Villa!STAY CONNECTED:Email: holtecast@gmail.comTwitter: @HoltecastPodCole Pettem: @TalkAstonVillaSimon O'Regan: @SiOReganGUEST: @DazHaleWMEPISODE NOTES:Thank you to our charity partner, Acorns Children's Hopsice.Donate today to support a fantastic charity: https://www.acorns.org.uk/get-involved/donate/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Aston Villa writer The Athletic, Jacob Tanswell, stopped by to chat with Cole, Simon, and Tom about covering the Villa during an incredibly special season, what Unai Emery is like in-person from his point of view, and what lies ahead for the football club, with the summer transfer window opening on June 14th.You can listen for FREE on Acast, Apple Podcasts, and Spotify - dig in!WHAT DO WE DISCUSS?What has Jacob made of the transition from covering Southampton to also covering Aston Villa during the 2023/2024 season?Being new to the area, what has he made of Birmingham?We all love Lord Unai Emery, but what's it like dealing with the Villa boss from Jacob's point of view?What should we expect from the football club this summer in terms of transfer business?What can be made of the Ross Barkley transfer chatter?All of this and so much more! Enjoy the podcast and Up The Villa!STAY CONNECTED:Email: holtecast@gmail.comTwitter: @HoltecastPodCole Pettem: @TalkAstonVillaSimon O'Regan: @SiOReganTom Nightingale: @tdnightingaleGUEST: @J_TanswellEPISODE NOTES:Thank you to our charity partner, Acorns Children's Hopsice.Donate today to support a fantastic charity: https://www.acorns.org.uk/get-involved/donate/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

As Aston Villa's summer business begins to take focus, Cole, Simon, and Seb assess the futures of first team players under Unai Emery in what is expected to be a summer that focuses on increasing squad numbers and the overall quality of the team.You can listen for FREE on Acast, Apple Podcasts, and Spotify - dig in!WHAT DO WE DISCUSS?Are there any first team regulars that could be made available this summer?Where does Matty Cash's long-term Aston Villa future lie?Could Ben Chrisene stick around next term?Who could be Villa's number two and three goalkeeper's heading into next season?If Villa had to sell one of Jacob Ramsey or Douglas Luiz, which would make more sense for the football club?All of this and so much more! Enjoy the podcast and Up The Villa!STAY CONNECTED:Email: holtecast@gmail.comTwitter: @HoltecastPodCole Pettem: @TalkAstonVillaSimon O'Regan: @SiOReganSebastian Bacon: @SebastianBacon8EPISODE NOTES:Thank you to our charity partner, Acorns Children's Hopsice.Donate today to support a fantastic charity: https://www.acorns.org.uk/get-involved/donate/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

With Aston Villa's 2023/2024 campaign now in the rearview mirror, the entire Holtecast team sat down to reflect on the season that was for Unai Emery's men — what was the moment that made us believe that Villa would finish in the top 4 of the Premier League? Who are our surprise performer(s) of the season? And everything in-between.You can listen for FREE on Acast, Apple Podcasts, and Spotify - dig in!WHAT DO WE DISCUSS?How are the lads feeling about the season as a whole and is it fair to say this is the best season Villa have had in decades?From Super Ollie Watkins' strong goal-scoring form to John McGinn leading by example, who deserves to be deemed Aston Villa's Player of the Season?Who were the best set of away fans at Villa Park this season?Who's the worthy winner of the BraveArse award?On a scale from 1 to 10, how would the lads rate this season?Which player(s) needs to step up heading into next season?What would be considered a successful season next season?All of this and so much more! Enjoy the podcast and Up The Villa!STAY CONNECTED:Email: holtecast@gmail.comTwitter: @HoltecastPodCole Pettem: @TalkAstonVillaTom Nightingale: @tdnightingaleSimon O'Regan: @SiOReganSebastian Bacon: @SebastianBacon8Dom Phillips: @_domphillipsDanny Raza: @RazaJournoEPISODE NOTES:Thank you to our charity partner, Acorns Children's Hopsice.Donate today to support a fantastic charity: https://www.acorns.org.uk/get-involved/donate/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

It's happened! Aston Villa have officially qualified for the Champions League following Tottenham Hotspurs' 2-0 loss to Manchester City on Tuesday evening. Tune in as Cole and Simon bask in the glory of the football club's incredible accomplishment and the pure ecstasy that this season has sparked.You can listen for FREE on Acast, Apple Podcasts, and Spotify - dig in!WHAT DO WE DISCUSS?The wait is over! How are the lads feeling now that Aston Villa have secured 4th/Champions League football for next season?What does this accomplishment mean to us Villa fans?Let's give every single Villa player some credit for their contributions this season, shall we?Can Unai Emery's men end an incredible season on a high against an in-form Crystal Palace?All of this and so much more! Enjoy the podcast and Up The Villa!STAY CONNECTED:Email: holtecast@gmail.comTwitter: @HoltecastPodCole Pettem: @TalkAstonVillaSimon O'Regan: @SiOReganEPISODE NOTES:Thank you to our charity partner, Acorns Children's Hopsice.Donate today to support a fantastic charity: https://www.acorns.org.uk/get-involved/donate/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Two frustrating and fatigue-led losses in the matter of a week for Aston Villa see's Unai Emery's men crawling towards the finish line when it comes to Champions League qualification and hoping for a miracle in Greece on Thursday. Listen in as Cole, Tom, and Seb return to reflect on the week that was for the Villa, the growing injury list, and look ahead to what remains of the current campaign.You can listen for FREE on Acast, Apple Podcasts, and Spotify - dig in!WHAT DO WE DISCUSS?A tough week on the European and domestic front, but can Emery's men get the job done on both ends still?Has Villa's ever-growing injury list finally taken it's toll?Let's give Robin Olsen some credit, shall we?Focusing on the Brighton match for a moment, can we discuss THAT penalty call?Who's ready for the trip to Greece on Thursday?All of this and so much more! Enjoy the podcast and Up The Villa!STAY CONNECTED:Email: holtecast@gmail.comTwitter: @HoltecastPodTom Nightingale: @tdnightingaleSebastian Bacon: @SebastianBacon8EPISODE NOTES:Thank you to our charity partner, Acorns Children's Hopsice.Donate today to support a fantastic charity: https://www.acorns.org.uk/get-involved/donate/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

A valuable point gained or two lost? That'll be the question many Aston Villa fans are trying to answer following Saturday's 2-2 draw at Villa Park against Chelsea. Tune in as our very own Tom and Simon discuss Saturday's draw, the growing injury crisis at the football club, and try to put this fantastic season into perspective given the growing expectations within the fan base.You can listen for FREE on Acast, Apple Podcasts, and Spotify - dig in!WHAT DO WE DISCUSS?Well, was it 2 points lost or 1 point gained on Saturday considering how things played out at Villa Park?Another Morgan Rogers love-in!At this point in the season, can we safely say that 4th place is Aston Villa's to lose?With Robin Olsen standing in-between the sticks for at least the next match, where do the confidence levels sit with the Sweden international?Given the increasing expectations around the football club these days, let's put this amazing season into perspective, shall we?Olympiacos on Thursday; how are we all feeling ahead of a crucial European tie?All of this and so much more! Enjoy the podcast and Up The Villa!STAY CONNECTED:Email: holtecast@gmail.comTwitter: @HoltecastPodTom Nightingale: @tdnightingaleSimon O'Regan: @SiOReganEPISODE NOTES:Thank you to our charity partner, Acorns Children's Hopsice.Donate today to support a fantastic charity: https://www.acorns.org.uk/get-involved/donate/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Aston Villa take yet another step towards Champions League qualification with a 3-1 win over Bournemouth at Villa Park on Sunday. Listen in as Cole, Simon, and Seb return to reflect on what's been a brilliant 8 days for Unai Emery's side (including Simon's trip to Lille!), Ollie Watkins' dominance, and look ahead to Chelsea on Saturday.You can listen for FREE on Acast, Apple Podcasts, and Spotify - dig in!WHAT DO WE DISCUSS?3 wins in 8 days see's Aston Villa through to a European semi-final and another step closer to the Champions League; what do the lads make of all this?Villa's winning mentalityWith Ollie Watkins now leading the Premier League in goal contributions this season (19 goals/12 assists), surely he's a candidate for Player of the Season?Morgan Rogers' bright future is only getting brighter!Chelsea on Saturday; can Villa go 9 points ahead of Spurs?All of this and so much more! Enjoy the podcast and Up The Villa!STAY CONNECTED:Email: holtecast@gmail.comTwitter: @HoltecastPodCole Pettem: @TalkAstonVillaSebastian Bacion: @SebastianBacon8Simon O'Regan: @SiOReganEPISODE NOTES:Thank you to our charity partner, Acorns Children's Hopsice.Donate today to support a fantastic charity: https://www.acorns.org.uk/get-involved/donate/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.