Same Old City

Top of the league! Ben & Simon look back on an eventful end to 2025 and start to 2026, reviewing the draw with Boston and wins at previous bogey teams Altrincham & Sutton. We chat defensive dilemmas and transfer targets, and preview upcoming games including a trip to promotion rivals Carlisle. Also, find out which current National League player Ben would like to be fed yoghurt by, and hear us uncover the mystery of York's little-known 1961 FA Cup run...Timings: 05:53 Discussion of York City 2-2 Boston United34:10 Discussion of Altrincham 1-2 York City53:00 Discussion of Sutton United 1-2 York City1:10:34 Talking points - best centre-back trio, return of the (Jeff) King, possible transfer targets, out-of-contract first-team players this summer, and more LNER atmosphere chat1:37:08 Looking ahead to Southend (H), Carlisle (A) & Braintree (H), plus a trivia section including University Challinor and an exciting new York City quiz book!Donate to Same Old City: https://ko-fi.com/sameoldcityFind all our links at https://linktr.ee/sameoldcity Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Christmas special time! We recap a not very Christmassy FA Trophy exit at Clitheroe, an early gift from Truro, and consider what the New Year might bring including some tricky upcoming games. There's also plenty of Yuletide nonsense in talking points.Timings: 04:30 Discussion of Clitheroe 1-1 York City (Clitheroe won 4-3 on penalties)28:56 Discussion of York City 4-0 Truro City1:01:00 Talking points - loanees returning, flat LNER atmosphere, secret Santa gifts, best YCFC Christmas dinner guest, City players as reindeer1:29:37 Looking ahead to Boston (H), Altrincham (A) & Boreham Wood (A), University ChallinorDonate to Same Old City on Ko-Fi: https://ko-fi.com/sameoldcityDonate to Same Old City: https://ko-fi.com/sameoldcityFind all our links at https://linktr.ee/sameoldcity Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Six wins on the bounce, top scorers in England - everything's coming up York City. Will Ben & Simon still find something to complain about? Find out in another exciting instalment of Same Old City!Vote for Same Old City as best non-league podcast of 2025: https://nonleaguebible.weebly.com/podcast.htmlTimings:02:31 Non-League Bible best podcast of 2025 awards08:06 Discussion of York City 4-2 Morecambe26:05 Discussion of Brackley Town 2-3 York City44:23 Discussion of York City 5-1 Aldershot Town1:16:24 Talking points - Defensive issues, Felix or Grey on the right wing, goal scoring records, York City Ladies in the FA Cup, nativity plays, Lynx Africa and more!1:40:34 Looking ahead to Clitheroe (A) & Truro (H), University ChallinorDonate to Same Old City: https://ko-fi.com/sameoldcityFind all our links at https://linktr.ee/sameoldcity Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Once upon a time we played so fine... Ben & Simon recap free-scoring wins over Rochdale, Eastleigh & Gateshead, with Stones & Pearce in fine form, plus a valiant defeat at Barnsley. We discuss new signings, the title race, and preview upcoming games!Timings: 04:26 Discussion of Barnsley 3-2 York City22:10 Discussion of York City 4-0 Gateshead33:29 Discussion of Eastleigh 2-4 York City47:55 Discussion of York City 4-1 Rochdale1:16:06 Talking points - Rory Watson's return, the signings of Craig Hewitt & Nico Lawrence, Marvin Armstrong's retirement, the title race and more1:39:26 Looking ahead to Morecambe (H), Brackley (A) & Aldershot (H), and University ChallinorDonate to Same Old City: https://ko-fi.com/sameoldcityFind all our links at https://linktr.ee/sameoldcity Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Simon is joined by Gateshead fan Dan Bell to preview the Heed's visit to the LNER Community Stadium on Wednesday evening.Dan's YouTube channel DB30Sports: https://www.youtube.com/@DB30SportsTVDonate to Same Old City: https://ko-fi.com/sameoldcityFind all our links at https://linktr.ee/sameoldcity Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Are City out of the title race already? We discuss this and reflect on frustrating draws with Halifax and Boreham Wood plus a comfortable win over Wealdstone. We also look ahead to a trip to Barnsley, and reveal which York player trains racing pigeons.Timings: 04:46 Discussion of York City 4-0 Wealdstone18:45 Discussion of York City 2-2 Boreham Wood35:03 Discussion of Halifax Town 1-1 York City59:35 Talking points - are we still in the title race, should we change formation, which niche interests and hobbies might current City players have?1:18:20 Looking ahead to Barnsley (A), Gateshead (H) & Eastleigh (A), plus University ChallinorDonate to Same Old City: https://ko-fi.com/sameoldcityFind all our links at https://linktr.ee/sameoldcity Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Simon chats to Boreham Wood fan Tom ahead of their visit to the LNER Community Stadium. What's the secret behind Boreham Wood's impressive start to the season, and can they sustain a promotion challenge?Donate to Same Old City: https://ko-fi.com/sameoldcityFind all our links at https://linktr.ee/sameoldcity Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

We're joined by guest Paul Plowman to review an impressive FA Cup win at Rochdale and a league win at Hartlepool. We discuss Alex Newby's fine form, Greg Olley's encouraging start, jeans, and soup. Lastly we look ahead to 3 more league games in October.00:39 - Introducing guest Paul Plowman08:52 - Discussion of Hartlepool United 1-2 York City27:38 - Discussion of Rochdale 1-2 York City48:03 - Talking points: Newby the answer at left wing-back?, Greg Olley, Dan Batty, who are the National League favourites?, Hinshelwood back at Worthing, City managers wearing jeans, City players as soup varieties.1:39:34 - Looking ahead to Wealdstone (H), Boreham Wood (H) and Halifax (A). University Challinor.Donate to Same Old City: https://ko-fi.com/sameoldcityFind all our links at https://linktr.ee/sameoldcity Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Joining Simon to preview an intriguing FA Cup 4th Qualifying Round tie at Spotland is Rochdale fan Mitchell, who gives us the lowdown on Dale's flying start to the season and what to expect from them in Saturday's game.From the stands: Rochdale AFC - https://www.youtube.com/@FromthestandsRochdaleAFCDonate to Same Old City: https://ko-fi.com/sameoldcityFind all our links at https://linktr.ee/sameoldcity Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Hop on board the York City rollercoaster! We recap some highs (a dominant 5-0 win over Carlisle, a creditable draw at Forest Green) and lows (home defeats to Solihull and Scunthorpe). We debate what went right/wrong, plus, is Robbie Savage likeable now?!Timings: 02:36 - Discussion of York City 0-1 Solihull Moors15:37 - Discussion of York City 5-0 Carlisle United39:10 - Discussion of Forest Green Rovers 1-1 York City49:05 - Discussion of York City 1-3 Scunthorpe United1:01:32 - Talking points - news on the Salford racist abuse allegations, Robbie Savage's new incarnation, new contracts for Felix, Pearce & Hunt, what players would order from Greggs and more!1:20:14 - Looking ahead to Hartlepool (A) and Rochdale (A) in the FA Cup, plus University ChallinorDonate to Same Old City: https://ko-fi.com/sameoldcityFind all our links at https://linktr.ee/sameoldcity Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Simon chats to Scunthorpe fan Barra from The Iron Hour podcast about Scunthorpe's impressive start to life back in the National League, ahead of their trip to face York.Donate to Same Old City: https://ko-fi.com/sameoldcityFind all our links at https://linktr.ee/sameoldcity Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Ahead of York's trip to the New Lawn, Forest Green Rovers fan and reporter Rhys Anderson joins us to give the lowdown on Robbie Savage's table-topping side.Donate to Same Old City: https://ko-fi.com/sameoldcityFind all our links at https://linktr.ee/sameoldcity Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

To preview Carlisle's visit to the LNER Community Stadium, we're joined by Dan Bateman, Carlisle fan and host of the National League Lowdown podcast.Support Same Old City on Ko-fi: https://ko-fi.com/sameoldcityDonate to Same Old City: https://ko-fi.com/sameoldcityFind all our links at https://linktr.ee/sameoldcity Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Originally released in September 2023, this re-release celebrates 30 years since York's famous win at Old Trafford. Features a deep dive into the game with guest Will Harris, plus an interview with Brian McClair to give a United perspective on the night.Donate to Same Old City at https://ko-fi.com/sameoldcityTimings: 01:17 - Remembering York's 3-0 win at Old Trafford, with guest Will Harris1:04:03 - Interview with Brian McClairDonate to Same Old City: https://ko-fi.com/sameoldcityFind all our links at https://linktr.ee/sameoldcity Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

How good is Alex Hunt?! We review a 100% winning start to Stuart Maynard's tenure as York manager including some lovely goals, debate tactics and wing-backs, and look ahead to some big games with Solihull, Carlisle and Forest Green Rovers.Timings: 04:23 Discussion of Yeovil Town 1-3 York City20:55 Discussion of York City 4-0 Tamworth38:10 Discussion of Braintree Town 2-3 York City53:55 Talking points - what's behind the recent improvement, Sinclair or Brookes at left wing-back, misfiring forwards, boy bands and energy drinks1:23:38 Previews of Solihull Moors (H), Carlisle (H) and Forest Green (A), University ChallinorDonate to Same Old City: https://ko-fi.com/sameoldcityFind all our links at https://linktr.ee/sameoldcity Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

We're joined by Craig Porte - Braintree Town fan, commentator and co-host of the National League Lowdown podcast - to preview York's upcoming trip to Braintree.Donate to Same Old City: https://ko-fi.com/sameoldcityFind all our links at https://linktr.ee/sameoldcity Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

We're joined by Brett, Tamworth fan and member of the TFC Social podcast, to give the lowdown on Tamworth ahead of the Lambs' visit to York on Tuesday night.Donate to Same Old City: https://ko-fi.com/sameoldcityFind all our links at https://linktr.ee/sameoldcity Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Welcome to The Other Side, our new mini-episode format in which we're joined by opposition fans to preview York's upcoming games. Ben from Gloverscast joins us here to give the lowdown on Yeovil Town ahead of City's trip to Huish Park.Donate to Same Old City: https://ko-fi.com/sameoldcityFind all our links at https://linktr.ee/sameoldcity Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The king is dead, long live the king. We react to the shock news that York City have parted company with Adam Hinshelwood and replaced him with Stuart Maynard. We reflect on Hinshelwood's final three games in charge and look ahead to Maynard's start.Timings: 03:55 Reaction to Adam Hinshelwood's exit23:50 Thoughts on the appointment of Stuart Maynard36:28 Discussion of Truro City 0-2 York City40:00 Discussion of Southend United 0-0 York City43:04 Discussion of Woking 1-1 York City50:31 Preview of Yeovil (A), Tamworth (H) & Braintree (A), University Challinor trivia questionDonate to Same Old City: https://ko-fi.com/sameoldcityFind all our links at https://linktr.ee/sameoldcity Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This episode was recorded live so the audio quality is different to usual! We look back on a frustrating opening day draw with Sutton, continue to debate Joe Felix's best position, and preview some long away trips coming up to Truro, Southend and Woking.Timings: 03:37 - Discussion of York City 2-2 Sutton United29:06 - Talking points: should Joe Felix be moved back to right-back, Josh Stones' game time, atmosphere at the LNER50:23 - Previews of Truro (A), Southend (A) & Woking (A), University Challinor trivia questionDonate to Same Old City: https://ko-fi.com/sameoldcityFind all our links at https://linktr.ee/sameoldcity Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.