Podcast appearances and mentions of matt davies

Matt Davies is joined by Mark Sutherns and former Nottingham Forest midfielder Lewis McGugan for our latest listener Q&A. We discuss Vitor Pereira's contract situation as talks pause and the huge tactical domino effect that could cascade from Elliot Anderson's future and how the Reds choose to use Morgan Gibbs-White next season. #nffc #nottinghamforest

Nottingham Forest have been linked with a move for Tottenham Hotspur midfielder Lucas Bergvall. Multiple outlets, including The Athletic, say the 20-year-old wants out of Spurs despite winning their Player of the Season award in 2024/25. Matt Davies and Pete Blackburn discuss Forest's interest in the Sweden World Cup star before Spurs fan guest Baker gives us his take on the player who once looked set to join Barcelona. We also discuss Forest announcing three pre-season friendlies and David Carmo looking set to join Olympiacos. #nffc #nottinghamforest

Matt Davies is joined by Matt Davies-Adams and Mikey Clarke to react to Nottingham Forest's Premier League fixture list for the 2026/27 season, plus we discuss the latest on Elliot Anderson as Fabrizio Romano says a deal is close. #nffc #nottinghamforest

In this episode we look at the effects, both immediate and lingering, of Brexit on the construction industry. It's now 10 years since the British electorate voted in a referendum to leave the European Union. Are the ramifications of that decision, which only passed by a narrow margin, still being felt in the UK's construction sector today? What have been the long-term effects on the labour market and the prices of materials? How has it affected the pipeline of apprenticeships coming into the industry? CN's features editor, Matt Davies, is joined by John Wilkinson, the chief operating officer at Bam UK & Ireland, Kelly Boorman, head of construction at the law firm, RSM and Graham Robinson, global infrastructure and construction lead at Oxford Economics and global business consultant at Pinsent Mason.

Matt Davies is joined by our Daniel Storey, the chief football writer of the i paper, for what we hope will be the first in a series of appearances from America as he covers the World Cup. We discuss England's 4-2 win over Croatia and Elliot Anderson's part in it, as well as Cristiano Ronaldo holding back Portugal and the experience of being in the USA in general. #worldcup #england #ronaldo

Matt Davies to joined by Dan Cook and Pete Blackburn for their third scouting report of the summer as they put together a 25 man shortlist of striker Nottingham Forest could consider this summer. #nffc #nottinghamforest

Matt Davies is joined by Michael Temple, Pete Blackburn and former Nottingham Forest midfielder Jack Colback to discuss the latest transfer news as we go in depth on the potential £130m deal to take Elliot Anderson to Manchester City as Reds owner Evangelos Marinakis drives the hardest of bargains. We also discuss Forest's reported interest in Inter Milan midfielder Davide Frattesi, which appears to be back on the agenda after strong links in January. #nffc #nottinghamforest

We're holding a Forest Focus summer quiz classic as 16 podcast friends and regulars go head to head for the title in one v battles starting with Matt Davies vs Matt Davies-Adams in a last 16 tie.

Matt Davies to joined by Dan Cook and Pete Blackburn for their second scouting report of the summer as they put together a 24 man shortlist of midfielders Nottingham Forest could consider this summer. We also discuss a report linking Forest with Arsenal midfielder Fabio Vieira. #nffc #nottinghamforest

We held our Forest Focus summer live show at the Trent Navigation with an audience of 200 Nottingham Forest fans as former Reds players James Perch and Kelvin Wilson took to the stage alongside Matt Davies, Greg Mitchell, Michael Temple and Pete Blackburn. Part one is out now, while in part one we held our audience Q&A, plus a charity raffle that went wrong and an auction that went right. #nffc #nottinghamforest

We held our Forest Focus summer live show at the Trent Navigation with an audience of 200 Nottingham Forest fans as former Reds players James Perch and Kelvin Wilson took to the stage alongside Matt Davies, Greg Mitchell, Michael Temple and Pete Blackburn. Part Two is out tomorrow, but in part one we discussed the season just gone in the Premier League and Europa League before Kelv and Perchy reflected on their careers under former managers including Billy Davies and Gary Megson, what being a player is really like and life after their playing careers. #nffc #nottinghamforest

Matt Forde returns as the Nottingham Forest fan and comedian is challenged to convince Matt Davies why we should be excited for the World Cup in the face of an England squad selection which had fans questioning Thomas Tuchel, FIFA's sky high season prices and Gianni Infantino's closeness to Donald Trump We also discuss Elliot Anderson's future as Manchester City prepare a second bid and Man Utd remain in the mix. #nffc #nottinghamforest

In this episode, Jacob Cass and Matt Davies sit down with David C. Baker, author of The Business of Expertise and one of the leading voices on positioning, specialization, and advisory businesses. Together, they explore what actually becomes valuable in a world where production is abundant. We discuss: • The difference between execution and expertise • Why many creative firms still struggle to position themselves clearly • What clients are really paying for at the highest level • Why judgment, trust, and perspective matter more than ever • How AI is reshaping pricing, specialization, and creative work • What makes a firm truly irreplaceable This conversation is for designers, strategists, consultants, and creative entrepreneurs who want to move beyond being seen as a pair of hands and become trusted experts.

Matt Davies to joined by Dan Cook and Pete Blackburn for their first scouting report of the summer as they put together a 30 man shortlist of midfielders Nottingham Forest could consider this summer, some in the event Elliot Anderson goes, some as possible options regardless. We also discuss a weekend in report in The Sun suggesting Morgan Gibbs-White is on Arsenal's summer transfer list, as well as Lina Souloukou's departure as Forest CEO, following on the exits of key personnel in Ross Wilson and Craig Mullholland as well as the controversial Edu. #nffc #nottinghamforest

Matt Davies is joined by TNT Sports' Adam Summerton as Nottingham Forest are linked with four Serie A players. Adam gives us his take on Bologna duo Santiago Castro and Jhon Lucumi and Juventus striker Lois Openda. We also touch on Roma's promising defender Jan Ziolkowski. There's also a bit of Dan Ndoye chat as he yet again scored for Switzerland ahead of the World Cup. #nffc #nottinghamforest

Matt Davies is joined by Mikey Clarke, Paul Morley and Steve Battlemuch for our latest listener Q&A on all things Nottingham Forest. Topics on the agenda include new contracts for key players, targeting Europe next season, bringing back former players and lessons learned from last season. We also go through a transfer story mid-stream when it comes to Forest targets. #nffc #nottinghamforest

Nottingham Forest made it all the way to the Europa League semi-finals as played away to Real Betis, Sturm Graz, Braga, Utrecht, FC Porto, Midtjylland, Fenerbahce (and Aston Villa). Matt Davies is joined by Greg Mitchell and Simon Bristow (Our Glorious Banners) to discuss Simon's new photo book Take Us On A Trip which captures the fan experience of games home and away as we go through some of the images he took. We rate the cities and venues as well as discuss the home games. #nffc #nottinghamforest

After weeks of debate on Elliot Anderson's future Nottingham Forest future with potentially weeks more to come, we decided to speak to a Manchester City journalist to find out the state of play when it comes to the former Premier League champions. With that in mind, Matt Davies asks the Manchester Evening News' City reporter Simon Bajkowski about their interest when it comes to City's work to make the deal happen, what they might pay as a transfer fee, where the England international fits in and if a change of manager matters. We also discuss those 115 charges and if they could impact a deal for a player in England's World Cup squad who Forest value at least £100m. #nffc #nottinghamforest

We discuss the latest Nottingham Forest transfer talk on today's show. On the agenda is Elliot Anderson to Manchester City. Tottenham reviving their interest in Morgan Gibbs-White, Dan Ndoye commenting on his future after another goal for Switzerland and links with Roma defender Jan Ziolkowski. We also discuss Crystal Palace's digs at Forest after winning the Europa Conference League. Matt Davies is joined by Michael Temple and Pete Blackburn. #nffc #nottinghamforest

Matt Davies is joined by Nottingham Forest and author David Marples to discuss his new book The History Boys Part Two and it's focus on the last five years under the ownership of Evangelos Marinakis as the club ascended to the Premier League. We also look back on the 2025/26 season as well as ponder how the club might look in 10 years' time. #nffc #nottinghamforest

Matt Davies is joined by Dan Cook and Mark Sutherns as we review the entire Nottingham Forest 2025/26 squad and ask whether we would keep, sell or loan each player who has played a first team game, plus those who were out on loan. #nffc #nottinghamforest

Matt Davies is joined by Emily Williamson and Steve Battlemuch as we give out of end of season Nottingham Forest awards including player of the season, most improved player, goal and game of the season, best memory, lowest moment of the season and disappointment of the season. We also look back on everyone's pre-season predictions and see how close we got. #nffc #nottinghamforest

Nottingham Forest have already turned their attention to next season after the curtain came down the 2025/26 Premier League campaign with a 1-1 draw against Bournemouth. Matt Davies is joined by Greg Mitchell, Michael Temple and former Reds midfielder Lewis McGugan to reflect on the last 10 months and look ahead to the summer as Forest look to keep key men Morgan Gibbs-White and Neco Williams after Murillo signed a new contract. They will also hope to keep Elliot Anderson but that could prove impossible given the interest in the England international. #nffc #nottinghamforest

It finished 1-1 in the final game of the season for Nottingham Forest as they welcomed Bournemouth to the City Ground. The game could be the final appearance in a Forest shirt for some with Manchester City pushing to sign Elliot Anderson, while Morgan Gibbs-White reminded Thomas Tuchel what he can do after his England snub with the Forest goal. Fans also made their opinion of Tuchel with their chants. Matt Davies is joined by Adam Walker and Dillon Mapletoft. #nffc #nottinghamforest

Matt Davies is joined by Bournemouth fan Matt Davies (yes, another one!) as we look ahead to their visit to the City Ground on the final day of the Premier League season to face Nottingham Forest. We discuss their brilliant season under Andoni Iraola and what could happen next season after he is gone with European football on the horizon. We also look ahead to this game with Bournemouth unbeaten in their last 11 games against Forest going back to 2015. #nffc #nottinghamforest

Thomas Tuchel has confirmed his England squad for the 2026 World Cup squad and it's mixed news from a Nottingham Forest point of view. As expected, Elliot Anderson is in and will hope to be in the starting XI but Morgan Gibbs-White misses out despite scoring 17 goals this season from midfield. Matt Davies is joined by Pete Blackburn to reflect on the news and Tuchel's press conference, as well as the latest transfer news on Anderson as it's reported a contract agreement is ready to go with Manchester City. #nffc #nottinghamforest

Matt Davies is joined by Dan Cook and Steve Battlemuch as we preview Nottingham Forest's final game of the season against Bournemouth in the Premier League. We also discuss transfer links with Burnley defender Maxime Esteve and potential positive signs around the City Ground development. #nffc #nottinghamforest

Morgan Gibbs-White has reportedly been left of England's World Cup squad by Thomas Tuchel. The Telegraph say the Nottingham Forest man has been snubbed despite scoring 14 Premier League goals this season and 17 in total. Matt Davies is joined by Greg Mitchell and Will Tomlinson for reaction as the squad takes shape with further surprise decisions around the likes of Adam Wharton and Lewis Hall, as well as arguably Harry Maguire, Phil Foden and Cole Palmer. #nffc #nottinghamforest

Matt Davies is joined by The Athletic's Nottingham Forest reporter Paul Taylor as we look to ahead to summer transfer window at Nottingham Forest. On the agenda is the club structure after Edu's exit, Evangelos Marinakis' summer review, Vitor Pereira's impact and what we might expect signings wise after the club's Premier League status was secured for another season. #nffc #nottinghamforest

Matt Davies is joined by Daniel Storey and Matt Davies-Adams as we answer your questions on all things Nottingham Forest. Well the questions are mostly about next season in fact when it comes to what is a realistic target for the team and who are realistic targets to sign. We discuss Elliot Anderson, Murillo, Morgan Gibbs-White and James McAtee among current players, while names on the agenda as possible signings range from Hayden Hackney to Djed Spence, Kieran Trippier and Brennan Johnson. #nffc #nottinghamforest

Matt Davies is joined by Michael Temple and former Nottingham Forest winger Franz Carr as we reflect on the 3-2 defeat to Manchester United, including referee Michael Salisbury's decision to allow the second United goal despite Bryan Mbeumo's handball. We also discuss the performances and futures of Elliot Anderson and Morgan Gibbs-White, including Gibbs-White's World Cup chances. Also on the agenda is the decision to back Vitor Pereira as manager and Omari Hutchinson's long term potential. #nffc #nottinghamforest

Nottingham Forest were beaten 3-2 by Manchester United in their penultimate Premier League game of the season with a controversial decision by referee Michael Salisbury dominating the conversation after he let Matheus Cunha's goal stand despite a handball by Bryan Mbeumo. Forest replied with goals from Morato and Morgan Gibbs-White as their unbeaten run came to an end. We'll discuss the game in full and the news that Pereira is set to be in charge next season and be offered a contract extension, as reported by David Ornstein of The Athletic. Matt Davies is joined by Chris Aylmer. Mark Sutherns and Ruby Naylor. #nffc #nottinghamforest

Nottingham Forest pay their penultimate Premier League game of the season when they go to Manchester United on Sunday. On paper both teams have little to play for given Forest are safe from relegation and United have secured Champions League football. However, Forest will be looking to finish as high as possible with each place in the table worth around £3m. Matt Davies is joined by Paul Morley and Steve Battlemuch to preview the match in full as well as discuss Morgan Gibbs-White's nomination for Premier League player of the year and reports Forest have opened talks with Neco Williams over a new contract. #nffc #nottinghamforest

Matt Davies is joined by Greg Mitchell and Sam Collins for our latest listener Q&A as we answer questions on Sean Dyche, Morgan Gibbs-White, Matz Sels and Stefan Ortega and strikers for next season. We also have a great discussion on Sam's time in the Forest academy. #nffc #nottinghamforest

Due to popular demand, we are adding the Round table discussions to audio platforms!It's the 4th roundtable of the Marinakis Football Group featuring Ari from Thrylos 7 International, Matt Davies from Forest Focus, and Joao Meneses from Reis Do Ave. As the end of a season with ups and down for each club approaches we discuss:- Current Events at Each Club- Feelings of Group Heading Toward End of Season- A New Addition To The Group?-Worried or Excited About Next Season?Follow Matt Davies @Forest-Focus and on X/FacebookFollow Joao Meneses at Reis Do Ave on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/blogueReisdoAve/

Matt Davies is joined by Dan Cook and Sky Sports commentator Seb Hutchinson as we reflect on a chaotic season for Nottingham Forest as they ultimately stayed in the Premier League with two games to spare. We look ahead to the summer and how the team will look next season when it comes to Morgan Gibbs-White, Murillo, Elliot Anderson, Neco Williams and manager Vitor Pereira. #nffc #nottinghamforest

Nottingham Forest have secured a fifth straight season of Premier League football after they drew 1-1 with Newcastle United and West Ham lost to Arsenal. We reflect on the weekend, the season overall and give some early thoughts on the summer ahead on next season. We also discuss players who making their case for more minutes after Dilane Bakwa, Luca Netz and James McAtee all impressed against Newcastle, while Morato continued recent improved form. Matt Davies is joined by Michael Temple, Pete Blackburn and former Reds player James Perch. #nffc #nottinghamforest

Nottingham Forest drew Newcastle United in their penultimate home game of the Premier League season as they overcame injuries to Morgan Gibbs-White, Murillo, Ibrahim Sangare and Ola Aina, as well as a physically draining run of three games in six days. It could be the day Forest avoid relegation if they win or West Ham lose to Arsenal straight after Forest's game. Elliot Anderson got the Reds goal late on against his former club after Harvey Barnes gave Newcastle the lead. We'll be live to discuss whatever happens at 6.30pm after the West Ham game as Matt Davies is joined by Ruby Naylor, Simon Fotheringham and Will Tomlinson (WT Analysis) #nffc #nottinghamforest

Jacob Cass and Matt Davies speak with Amelia Sordell, founder and CEO of Klowt and one of the leading voices in founder-led marketing. We explore how founders can show up without overshadowing the business, how to align personal voice with company positioning, and why posting more does not automatically mean building authority. You'll also learn where to start if you are building from zero, what content habits actually move the needle, and how to think about ROI from founder branding.

Nottingham Forest were thrashed 4-0 at Aston Villa in their Europa League semi-final second leg on Thursday night. It was a hammer blow for fans and players but there is no time to dwell on it as Forest face Newcastle United in the Premier League on Sunday with safety not yet mathematically secured. Matt Davies is joined by Mikey Clarke and Reds legend Garry Birtles to reflect on the game at Villa Park a little before previewing the Newcastle game. #nffc #nottinghamforest

Nottingham Forest were destroyed by Aston Villa as it finished 4-0 at Villa Park in the semi-final second leg of the Europa League. Forest lead 1-0 after Chris Wood's penalty and are unbeaten in 10 games but were taken apart on the night with Murillo, Ola Aina, Ibrahim Sangare and Morgan Gibbs-White all unable to start. #NFFC #nottingham Forest. Matt Davies is joined straight after the game by Chris Aylmer and former Reds B team midfielder Sam Collins to discuss the game in full.

On a bumper episode, Dan Rolinson, John Townley and Mat Kendrick are joined by Forest Focus' Matt Davies to preview the massive game at Villa Park. Istanbul awaits the winner...

Nottingham Forest and Aston Villa meet in the Europa League semi-final second leg with the Reds holding a 1-0. Forest also have all the momentum going into the tie after going 10 games unbeaten while Villa have lost three in a row including last time out to Spurs where their performance was widely criticised. Matt Davies is joined by Villa fan Steve Farmer to preview the match as we discuss form, mentality and team selection #nffc #nottinghamforest

Nottingham Forest look to have secured their Premier League safety after a brilliant 3-1 win at Chelsea with a heavily changed team. That made it 10 games unbeaten ahead of the Europa League semi-final second leg against Aston Villa on Thursday night. Forest have all the momentum and a 1-0 lead but also have injury worries around key men including Murillo, Ibrahim Sangare and Morgan Gibbs-White, who suffered a nasty cut at Stamford Bridge. Matt Davies is joined by Pete Blackburn and former Reds defender Kelvin Wilson to look back on the Chelsea game, reflect on the brilliant turnaround under Vitor Pereira and look ahead to the game at Villa Park. #nffc #nottinghamforest

Nottingham Forest brilliantly beat Chelsea 3-1 at Stamford Bridge despite making eight changes as Vitor Pereira protected players for Thursday's Europa League semi-final second leg against Aston Villa, who lost 2-1 to Spurs on Sunday night after putting in a terrible performance. There was no repeat from Forest's second string though as Taiwo Awoniyi scored twice and Igor Jesus scored a penalty. The win did come at a cost though as Zach Abbott and Morgan Gibbs-White went off with head injuries, with Abbott clearly concussed. Matt Davies is joined by Mark Sutherns, Simon Fotheringham and Michael Temple #nffc #nottinghamforest

Matt Davies is joined by Chelsea fan Harry Daniels (FPL Harry) for the opposition verdict ahead of Nottingham Forest's trip to Stamford Bridge. We discuss the current state of the club and frustration with BlueCo, the state of the team on the pitch, Cole Palmer's form and if he's worried by Forest's improvement. #nffc #nottinghamforest

Nottingham Forest have a slight edge in their Europa League semi-final against Aston Villa after Chris Wood's penalty gave them a 1-0 at the City Ground. We reflect on the game and react to Villa's complaints that Elliot Anderson should have been sent off for his tackle on Ollie Watkins. We also preview the Premier League game at Chelsea as Forest look for the win which could secure their top flight future on a weekend when Leeds United host Burnley, West Ham go to Brentford and Spurs face Villa. Matt Davies is joined by Emily Williamson, Matt Davies-Adams and Mikey Clarke. #nffc #nottinghamforest

Matt Davies is joined by Aston Villa fan regular Steve Farmer to give us the opposition view ahead of their Europa League semi-final first leg against Nottingham Forest. We discuss recent form, who the pressure is on and two crucial selection decisions around who plays in central midfield and central defence #nffc #nottinghamforest

Nottingham Forest beat Aston Villa 1-0 in the first leg of the Europa League semi-finals at the City Ground thanks to Chris Wood's emphatic penalty. It was a huge occasion for both clubs and we'll discuss the game in full at 10.05pm as Lucas Digne's handball proved pivotal while Villa fans felt Elliot Anderson should have been sent off for a first half foul on Ollie Watkins. Matt Davies is joined by Chris Aylmer and Adam Walker, who was a recent guest discussing his swimming career but is back for his ain podcast debut. #nffc #nottinghamforest

Dan Rolinson and John Townley are joined by Matt Davies from the Forest Focus podcast to preview a huge match for both Nottingham Forest and Aston Villa in the first-leg of the Europa League Semi-Final.