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To review the 2024-25 season and look ahead to what 2025-26 might bring, David Mooney is joined by City fan Chris Higginbottom, Simon Bajkowski from the Manchester Evening News, and the former City captain Paul Lake for the live show at Idle Hands in Manchester. ========== To get more podcasts or to listen without the ads, join our Patreon. It's just £2 per month for all the extra content and you can get a 7-day free trial first: https://www.patreon.com/BlueMoonPodcast And why not gift a Patreon subscription to a friend or family member? More details: https://www.patreon.com/BlueMoonPodcast/gift
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Manchester City have lost the FA Cup Final. In this Talking City special, Simon Bajkowski and Alex James react to City's 1-0 defeat to Crystal Palace at Wembley, and break down where it all went wrong.
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Manchester City scraped through the weirdest of matches on the south coast — but with Wembley around the corner, are Pep's men really ready? In this week's Talking City, Alex James and Simon Bajkowski break down:
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Arsenal boss Mikel Arteta believes his team should have two Premier League titles , but City fans (and stats) say otherwise. In this week's Talking City, Joe Bray and Simon Bajkowski react to the viral Arteta comments, assess City's run-in, and lay out what Pep's men need to do to clinch it again. Inside:
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Manchester City's incredible U18 winning run came to a dramatic end at Villa Park in the Youth Cup final. On this week's Talking City, Joe Bray and Simon Bajkowski break down:
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Manchester City are starting to look like their old selves again! But a Friday night test against Wolves could shake things up. On this week's Talking City, Simon Bajkowski and Joe Bray reflect on:
Another successful trip to Wembley for Pep Guardiola means a third FA Cup final in a row for Manchester City. David Mooney is joined by One Football's Dan Burke and, from the Manchester Evening News, Simon Bajkowski to discuss the 2-0 win over Nottingham Forest, with a particular focus on Rico Lewis after his performance in midfield. After the impact that Nico O'Reilly has made to the team in the last few weeks, we take a look at all of the makeshift left backs that Guardiola has employed at City - and how he's changed their role in the team depending on the skills they have. Plus we look at the role that O'Reilly could have been now and the end of the season and beyond. With a Friday night game against Wolves coming up, we look ahead to that with the help of Dave Azzopardi from Talking Wolves. Plus, there's another protest planned for that evening, so we discuss what was said in the open letter sent to Pep Guardiola by fan groups this week. ========== To get more podcasts or to listen without the ads, join our Patreon. It's just £2 per month for all the extra content and you can get a 7-day free trial first: https://www.patreon.com/BlueMoonPodcast And why not gift a Patreon subscription to a friend or family member? More details: https://www.patreon.com/BlueMoonPodcast/gift
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Manchester City are back at Wembley — and they're not finished yet. On this week's Talking City, Tyrone Marshall and Simon Bajkowski break down another big semi-final win, a huge moment for Rico Lewis, Kovacic's best performance in a City shirt, and the major decisions looming ahead of the FA Cup Final. Inside the episode:
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City are back in the top 5 mix after a vital win over Aston Villa — but with the FA Cup semi-final looming, what matters most in the final run-in? Tyrone Marshall and Simon Bajkowski are in the studio breaking down: ⚽ Key takeaways from the Villa win
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Manchester City are heading to Goodison Park for the final time — but Everton away has never been straightforward. Alex James and Joe Bray break down: ⚠️ Why this Everton game is a huge banana skin
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Manchester City are entering the final stretch — but with injuries piling up and pressure mounting, every game now matters more than ever. Simon Bajkowski and Alex James break down: ⚽ City's Top 5 push — is it slipping away?
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With just 7 Premier League games remaining, Manchester City face a must-win at home to Crystal Palace to keep their top five hopes alive. Simon Bajkowski and Alex James break down: ⚠️ The Top 5 race – and how many points City really need
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Kevin De Bruyne has announced he's leaving Manchester City — and the derby didn't help the mood. In this episode of Talking City, Simon Bajkowski and Alex James reflect on a frustrating draw at Old Trafford and what it means in the title race, before diving into KDB's legacy, what City will miss most, and where Pep goes from here. Also on the show:
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Joe Bray (Writer for Manchester Evening News) joins CrunkChocolate to talk about what he loves about football, how he became a Sports Journalist, and of course Manchester City. To be able to enjoy the full episode you will need to subscribe to our $6 a month tier of Patreon: patreon.com/user?u=94168109TOPICS:IntroductionHow did you fall in love with soccer/footballWhat made you get into sports journalism?What is something that is over/under rated about soccer/football (rule, chant, player, etc)The 24/25 season is similar to his first year at the club. AgNico O'Reilly was the talk of the FA Cup match vs Bournemouth. Pep said he intends to reward Nico with more minutes. People thought McAtee would get more minutes and haven't seen as much of Rico Lewis as anticipated. Is there a worry that he could fall by the wayside next season with the rumored big roster transition this summer? What impresses you the most from Nico O'Reilly and what do you believe his best position is?
It's Manchester Derby weekend — and we've gone BIG for it. Tyrone Marshall hosts a dual special podcast with Samuel Luckhurst from Manchester Is Red and Simon Bajkowski from Talking City as we preview the huge showdown at Old Trafford. Topics include: Are United even capable of stopping City right now? Can City's “old guard” handle the derby intensity? Haaland's injury latest and who replaces him Why this derby could shape both clubs' seasons Whether you're red or blue — this is the Manchester derby preview you can't miss.
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City are off to Wembley for a record seventh FA Cup semi-final in a row — but the big story is how they got there. On this episode of Talking City, Tyrone Marshall and Simon Bajkowski react to Manchester City's 2-1 win at Bournemouth in the FA Cup quarter-final. We break down: Pep Guardiola's bold team selection How the ‘old guard' proved everyone wrong Bernardo Silva's fiery post-match interview The impact of Nico O'Reilly's second-half performance A worrying injury update on Erling Haaland Whether this win marks a true turning point in City's season Leicester preview and who should get a rest midweek With the derby looming, this might be City's most significant week of the season.
As Manchester City prepare to face Bournemouth in the FA Cup quarter-final, Luke Walters and Joe Bray are back to tackle the biggest issue facing fans right now. £750+ season ticket prices. Is the club pricing out its most loyal supporters? Are tourists being prioritised over locals? With the Viagogo deal and cost-of-living pressures, City fans are voicing frustration louder than ever.
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Manchester is RED is sponsored by NordVPN. To get the best discount off your NordVPN plan - go to https://nordvpn.com/manchester our link will also give you 4 extra months on the 2-year plan. There's no risk with Nord's 30-day money-back guarantee! Join Steven and Tyrone as they break down Manchester United's 2024 summer transfer window! With new signings shaking up the squad, did United get it right or miss the mark? From exciting arrivals to questionable moves, this Midweek Debate takes a deep dive into the players who joined and what impact they've had on the team. Were the signings a success or a disaster? Watch now and find out!
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In this special 2025 episode of Talking Manchester, we're joined by Crunk Chocolate from the Shades of Blue podcast — an American voice repping the Cityzens across the Atlantic!
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FOLLOW UP: NISSAN LEADERSHIP CHANGESThe turmoil at Nissan continues, as CEO Makoto Uchida announces he will resign and Ivan Espinosa, the chief planning officer, will step up into the vacated role. That is the fourth CEO in six years. Click this AMOnline article link to read more. FORD INJECTS $4.8 BILLION INTO EUROPEAN OPERATIONSFord has been forced to help the European division, a separate company, by investing up to $4.8 billion, as debts reach $5.8 billion. Unions are very fearful that the company will go bankrupt. If you wish to learn more, click this Reuters article link here. FIAT UK MAKE MANAGEMENT CHANGESAh, the carousel that is Stellantis management positions, in the UK. This time Fiat are making changes, with a new head of sales and a new head of marketing. Neil Heilbron will be heading up the sales function and Victoria Hatfield in charge of marketing. You can read more, by clicking this AMOnline article link here. MIDLANDS CHARGER NETWORK TO EXPAND BY 16,00013 local authorities have been allocated up to £40 million, via a Government grant, to install a further 16,000 charge points across the Midlands region. Apparently, this more than doubles the provision. To find out more, click this EV Powered link here. MOTO INSTALLING 300 HGV CHARGERSMoto, the motorway service station operators has announced that they will be installing 300 eHGV charge points across the UK in the next five years. Click this EV Powered article link here, for more. M56 TO GET NEW SERVICE STATIONThe M56, near Tatton, will get a new service station in the mould of the one at Tebay, following approval of the planning permission. There will be a farm shop, 100 bed hotel and the usual provisions one would expect. If you wish to learn more, click this Manchester Evening News article link here. If you like what we do, on this show, and think it is worth a £1.00, please consider supporting us via Patreon. Here is the link to that CLICK HERE TO SUPPORT THE PODCAST NEW NEW CAR NEWS - Mercedes CLAMercedes has taken the wraps off the new CLA, a four door saloon, which will come in electric and hybrid forms. The EV has a claimed maximum range of up to 495 miles, with Mercedes making the further claim that it will do 421 if driven just on the motorway. Hybrids are supposed to give us diesel like mpg figures. Click this Autocar article link to learn more. Toyota C-HR+Toyota has revealed the C-HR+, an electric SUV that
Manchester City's struggles continue after another frustrating result, and questions are mounting about their top-four hopes. Simon Bajkowski and Alex James break down all the key talking points, including: ⚽ City's loss of control – why can't they dominate games anymore?
Joe Bray and Simon Bajkowski discuss City's stuttering tactics this season and why it isn't working after defeat at Forest. They look at why City sacked manager Gareth Taylor this week on the eve of the Women's League Cup final, and ask what the men's team need to do to beat Brighton.
In this episode of the Talking City Podcast, hosts Simon and Alex delve into Manchester City's alarming downturn: Shocking Statistics: 15 losses in 30 matches across all competitions – a stark contrast to their previous dominance. 9 Premier League defeats – an unprecedented figure in recent seasons. Analysing the Crisis: Is Pep Guardiola's tactical approach under question? Are the players' performances to blame? Could complacency after years of success be a factor? Jack Grealish Under the Microscope: With zero goals and only one assist in 16 league appearances, is it the end of the road for him at City? Join us as we dissect these pressing issues and explore what lies ahead for Manchester City.
The Isles of Scilly were part of one of the longest wars in human history, but the main reason for the length of the very mild conflict was lagging paperwork. Research: “335-year-old War Ends for Scilly Isles.” Star Tribune. April 18, 1986. https://www.newspapers.com/image/188704902/?match=1 “The breakdown of 1641-2.” UK Parliament. https://www.parliament.uk/about/living-heritage/evolutionofparliament/parliamentaryauthority/civilwar/overview/the-breakdown/ Britannica, The Editors of Encyclopaedia. "Isles of Scilly". Encyclopedia Britannica, 7 Dec. 2024, https://www.britannica.com/place/Isles-of-Scilly-islands-England-United-Kingdom Britannica, The Editors of Encyclopaedia. "Bishops’ Wars". Encyclopedia Britannica, 23 Jun. 2019, https://www.britannica.com/event/Bishops-Wars Britannica, The Editors of Encyclopaedia. "Long Parliament". Encyclopedia Britannica, 23 Jun. 2019, https://www.britannica.com/topic/Long-Parliament Daniel Lysons, Samuel Lysons, 'The Scilly Islands', in Magna Britannia: Volume 3, Cornwall( London, 1814), British History Online https://www.british-history.ac.uk/magna-britannia/vol3/pp330-337 Davids, R.L. and A.D.K. Hawkyard. “SEYMOUR, Sir Thomas II.” The History of Parliament: the House of Commons 1509-155. 1982. Accessed online: https://www.historyofparliamentonline.org/volume/1509-1558/member/seymour-sir-thomas-ii-1509-49 “Dutch Proclaim End of War Against Britain's Scilly Isles.” New York Times. April 18, 1986. https://www.nytimes.com/1986/04/18/world/dutch-proclaim-end-of-war-against-britain-s-scilly-isles.html “The Execution of Charles I.” Historic Royal Places. https://www.hrp.org.uk/banqueting-house/history-and-stories/the-execution-of-charles-i/ “History of the Duchy.” Duchy of Cornwall. https://duchyofcornwall.org/history-of-the-duchy.html “The History of the Islands.” The Islands’ Partnership. https://www.visitislesofscilly.com/experience/things-to-do/history-and-heritage/the-history-of-the-islands “Holidays in the Isles of Scilly.” Manchester Evening News. Jan. 24, 1984. https://www.newspapers.com/image/927198725/?match=1&terms=isles%20of%20scilly “Isles of Scilly.” Duchy of Cornwall. https://duchyofcornwall.org/newton-park-estate.html#:~:text=A%20group%20of%20over%20200,residential%20buildings%20on%20the%20islands. Johnson, Ben. “The 335 Year War – The Isles of Scilly vs the Netherlands.” Historic UK. March 11, 2015. https://www.historic-uk.com/HistoryUK/HistoryofEngland/The-335-Year-War-the-Longest-War-in-History/ Ohlmeyer, Jane H.. "English Civil Wars". Encyclopedia Britannica, 6 Dec. 2024, https://www.britannica.com/event/English-Civil-Wars “Roy Duncan 1948 – 2014.” Council of the Isles of Scilly. Aug. 25, 2014. “Prehistoric communities off the coast of Britain embraced rising seas- what this means for today's island nations.” Bangor University. November 5, 2020. https://www.bangor.ac.uk/news/archive/prehistoric-communities-off-the-coast-of-britain-embraced-rising-seas-what-this-means-for-today-s-island-nations-44529#:~:text=By%2012%2C000%20years%20ago%2C%20the,smaller%2C%20engulfed%20by%20rising%20seas. Lysons, Daniel and Samuel Lysons, 'The Scilly Islands', in Magna Britannia: Volume 3, Cornwall( London, 1814), British History Online https://www.british-history.ac.uk/magna-britannia/vol3/pp330-337 Penhallurick, R.D. “Ancient and Early Medieval Coins from Cornwall & Scilly.” ROYAL NUMISMATIC SOCIETY SPECIAL PUBLICATION NO. 45. London. 2010. https://www.academia.edu/355282/Ancient_and_Early_Medieval_Coins_from_Cornwall_and_Scilly Sawyer, Katherine, PhD. “Scilly’s Hidden History.” Isles of Scilly. https://www.visitislesofscilly.com/home/blog/scillys-hidden-history#:~:text=Scilly%20was%20first%20visited%20by,as%20a%20lack%20of%20predators. Young-Brown, Fiona. “The World’s Longest War Only Ended in 1986.” Atlas Obscura. Jan. 19, 2016. https://www.atlasobscura.com/articles/the-worlds-longest-war-only-ended-in-1985 See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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