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Heart of Midlothian play the first of two huge games in the space of six weeks when they host city rivals Hibs on Tuesday night. Joel and Craig preview the fixture and discuss the selection decisions facing Derek McInnes. They also look at where the game will be won and lost. What Hearts expect from Hibs, the complete contrast and derby 'cup final' - https://www.heartsstandard.co.uk/news/25836058.hearts-expect-hibs-contrast-sides/ Hearts v Hibs referee revealed as VAR team and officials confirmed for derby - https://www.heartsstandard.co.uk/news/25827724.hearts-v-hibs-referee-revealed-midweek-edinburgh-derby/ Dale Carrick on spoiling Hibs party, THAT reaction and Gary Locke's derby influence - https://www.heartsstandard.co.uk/news/25810135.hearts-stars-role-spoling-hibs-party-memorable-reaction/ ////////////////////////////////////////////////////Hearts Standard is delighted to be sponsored by Campbell Muir. Campbell Muir is a premium search firm challenging the status quo in the UK and US insurance markets. Working with senior insurance professionals globally, they focus on placing elite talent into some of the world’s top insurance brokerages. They are scaling fast and are always looking for high-calibre recruiters in Scotland to help build something exceptional You can find them at www.campbell-muir.comSupport the show: https://www.heartsstandard.co.uk/subscribe

Heart of Midlothian have a weekend off before they face two massive games in the space of six days. Joel is joined by Scott McIntosh to discuss the importance of the fixtures v Hibs and Rangers, Beni Baningime contract talks and the right-hand side debate. 'Losing their s***' - Why Derek McInnes is not interested in Hearts doubters - https://www.heartsstandard.co.uk/news/25833484.derek-mcinnes-not-interested-hearts-doubters/ Derek McInnes on Beni Baningime talks and Hearts star who won't return v Hibs - https://www.heartsstandard.co.uk/news/25833064.derek-mcinnes-said-beni-baningime-hearts-talks/ ////////////////////////////////////////////////////Hearts Standard is delighted to be sponsored by Campbell Muir. Campbell Muir is a premium search firm challenging the status quo in the UK and US insurance markets. Working with senior insurance professionals globally, they focus on placing elite talent into some of the world’s top insurance brokerages. They are scaling fast and are always looking for high-calibre recruiters in Scotland to help build something exceptional. You can find them at www.campbell-muir.comSupport the show: https://www.heartsstandard.co.uk/subscribe

Joel is joined by Hearts Standard B team reporter Angus Blacklock to review the team's season so far. They look back at the difficulties faced, the positives, the players to impress and what we can expect from the remainder of the season. Inside track on how 8 Hearts starlets are faring on loan in lower leagues - https://www.heartsstandard.co.uk/news/25790838.inside-track-7-hearts-starlets-loan-faring-loan/ ////////////////////////////////////////////////////Hearts Standard is delighted to be sponsored by Campbell Muir. Campbell Muir is a premium search firm challenging the status quo in the UK and US insurance markets. Working with senior insurance professionals globally, they focus on placing elite talent into some of the world’s top insurance brokerages. They are scaling fast and are always looking for high-calibre recruiters in Scotland to help build something exceptional. You can find them at www.campbell-muir.comSupport the show: https://www.heartsstandard.co.uk/subscribe

Joel and Craig discuss St Mirren 1-0 Hearts in the Scottish Premiership after Derek McInnes' side lost just their third game of the season. They look at the team selection. Craig Halkett's red card and Hearts' inability to get going at the SMISA Stadium.#heartsfc #heartofmidlothian #scottishpremiership #spfl #scottishfootball  Instant analysis: How Hearts fell to third defeat of the season after another red cardhttps://www.heartsstandard.co.uk/news/25823134.hearts-fell-third-defeat-season-another-red-card/ ////////////////////////////////////////////////////Hearts Standard is delighted to be sponsored by Campbell Muir. Campbell Muir is a premium search firm challenging the status quo in the UK and US insurance markets.  Working with senior insurance professionals globally, they focus on placing elite talent into some of the world’s top insurance brokerages. They are scaling fast and are always looking for high-calibre recruiters in Scotland to help build something exceptional. You can find them at www.campbell-muir.comSupport the show: https://www.heartsstandard.co.uk/subscribe

Heart of Midlothian have added four players so far in the transfer window. They have been looking for a striker to make it five, but it is looking unlikely. Meanwhile, James Wilson is set to leave for the Premier League. Joel and Craig discuss the transfer window from a Hearts point of view and deadline day. Hearts transfer deadline day LIVE: James Wilson, striker search, outs - https://www.heartsstandard.co.uk/news/25817889.hearts-transfer-deadline-day-live-wilson-striker-outs/ ////////////////////////////////////////////////////Hearts Standard is delighted to be sponsored by Campbell Muir. Campbell Muir is a premium search firm challenging the status quo in the UK and US insurance markets.  Working with senior insurance professionals globally, they focus on placing elite talent into some of the world’s top insurance brokerages. They are scaling fast and are always looking for high-calibre recruiters in Scotland to help build something exceptional. You can find them at www.campbell-muir.comSupport the show: https://www.heartsstandard.co.uk/subscribe

It finished Dundee United 0-3 Hearts the Scottish Premiership. Blair Meikle joins Craig Cairns to discuss the result that increased Hearts' lead at the top of the the lead to seven points in what was a real team performance, but with a focus on the man of the moment Landry Kabore.#heartsfc #heartofmidlothian #scottishpremiership #spfl #scottishfootball  Instant analysis: How Hearts increased their lead at the top of the league to 7 pointshttps://www.heartsstandard.co.uk/news/25814159.hearts-increased-lead-top-league-7-points/ Derek McInnes praises Hearts star that stepped up against Unitedhttps://www.heartsstandard.co.uk/news/25814164.derek-mcinnes-praises-hearts-star-stepped-united/ ////////////////////////////////////////////////////Hearts Standard is delighted to be sponsored by Campbell Muir. Campbell Muir is a premium search firm challenging the status quo in the UK and US insurance markets.  Working with senior insurance professionals globally, they focus on placing elite talent into some of the world’s top insurance brokerages. They are scaling fast and are always looking for high-calibre recruiters in Scotland to help build something exceptional. You can find them at www.campbell-muir.comSupport the show: https://www.heartsstandard.co.uk/subscribe

Heart of Midlothian are continuing to look in the transfer window for further additions. The club have signed three players so far this window with a fourth set to be completed soon with Rogers Mato. Joel and Craig discuss the state of play, plus Claudio Braga and Cammy Devlin. Hearts receive positive news over Cammy Devlin injury after specialist meeting - https://www.heartsstandard.co.uk/news/25805532.hearts-receive-positive-news-cammy-devlin-injury/ Jim Goodwin gives update on Tannadice Park pitch ahead of hosting Hearts - https://www.heartsstandard.co.uk/news/25805816.dundee-united-boss-tannadice-pitch-ahead-hosting-hearts/ Hearts transfer latest as Derek McInnes outlines signing hope and difficulty - https://www.heartsstandard.co.uk/news/25805033.hearts-transfer-latest-derek-mcinnes-outlines-difficulty/ How Claudio Braga stepped up in Lawrence Shankland's absence to lead Hearts attack - https://www.heartsstandard.co.uk/news/25800079.claudio-braga-stepped-play-key-role-hearts-attack/ ////////////////////////////////////////////////////Hearts Standard is delighted to be sponsored by Campbell Muir. Campbell Muir is a premium search firm challenging the status quo in the UK and US insurance markets.  Working with senior insurance professionals globally, they focus on placing elite talent into some of the world’s top insurance brokerages. They are scaling fast and are always looking for high-calibre recruiters in Scotland to help build something exceptional. You can find them at www.campbell-muir.comSupport the show: https://www.heartsstandard.co.uk/subscribe

Joel and Craig reflect on a breathless 90 minutes-plus at Tynecastle. It finished Hearts 2-2 Celtic after the visitors were reduced to 10 men. The duo look back on the team selection, how the game unfolded and ask whether it is a good point or not.#heartsfc #heartofmidlothian #scottishpremiership #spfl #scottishfootball  Instant analysis: How Hearts earned a point to keep Celtic at arm's lengthhttps://www.heartsstandard.co.uk/news/25794619.hearts-earned-point-keep-celtic-arms-length/ We are also available as a podcast: https://omny.fm/shows/hearts-standard/playlists/podcasthttps://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/hearts-standard/id1714644772 ////////////////////////////////////////////////////Hearts Standard is delighted to be sponsored by Campbell Muir. Campbell Muir is a premium search firm challenging the status quo in the UK and US insurance markets.  Working with senior insurance professionals globally, they focus on placing elite talent into some of the world’s top insurance brokerages. They are scaling fast and are always looking for high-calibre recruiters in Scotland to help build something exceptional. You can find them at www.campbell-muir.comSupport the show: https://www.heartsstandard.co.uk/subscribe

Heart of Midlothian completed the signing of Marc Leonard on Friday night. The midfielder arrives on loan from Birmingham City and could make his debut on Sunday against Celtic. Joel looks at what Leonard will bring to Hearts, getting insight from Brian Dick, who covers Birmingham City for the Birmingham Mail and Kai Watson, football scout/consultant #heartsfc #heartofmidlothian #scottishpremiership #spfl #scottishfootball Marc Leonard scout report: Statement signing, best role and Cammy Devlin comparison - https://www.heartsstandard.co.uk/news/25793416.marc-leonard-viewed-statement-signing-hearts/ Hearts confirm Marc Leonard transfer: Loan details and what McInnes said - https://www.heartsstandard.co.uk/news/25790101.hearts-confirm-marc-leonard-transfer-mcinnes-said/ ////////////////////////////////////////////////////Hearts Standard is delighted to be sponsored by Campbell Muir. Campbell Muir is a premium search firm challenging the status quo in the UK and US insurance markets.  Working with senior insurance professionals globally, they focus on placing elite talent into some of the world’s top insurance brokerages. They are scaling fast and are always looking for high-calibre recruiters in Scotland to help build something exceptional. You can find them at www.campbell-muir.comSupport the show: https://www.heartsstandard.co.uk/subscribe

Craig is joined by Scott McIntosh from Scarves Around the Funnel to preview Hearts v Celtic, a huge match this weekend in the Scottish Premiership. The discuss Marc Leonard, who is set to be Heart of Midlothian's latest debutant, whether or not Landry Kabore should come in and who starts at right-back.#heartsfc #heartofmidlothian #scottishpremiership #spfl #scottishfootball Hearts to land midfield signing with transfer deal before Celtic clashhttps://www.heartsstandard.co.uk/news/25789695.hearts-land-midfield-signing-transfer-deal-celtic/ Why Hearts deserve to be where they are – above Celtic and Rangershttps://www.heartsstandard.co.uk/news/25787444.hearts-deserve---celtic-rangers/ ////////////////////////////////////////////////////Hearts Standard is delighted to be sponsored by Campbell Muir. Campbell Muir is a premium search firm challenging the status quo in the UK and US insurance markets.  Working with senior insurance professionals globally, they focus on placing elite talent into some of the world’s top insurance brokerages. They are scaling fast and are always looking for high-calibre recruiters in Scotland to help build something exceptional. You can find them at www.campbell-muir.comSupport the show: https://www.heartsstandard.co.uk/subscribe

Heart of Midlothian are continuing to look at the transfer market to bring players to the club. The club have added Islam Chesnokov and Jordi Altena this month. They are set to sign Rogers Mato, while they are pursuing midfielder Laurent Mendy and a striker. Joel is joined by scout and consultant Kai Watson to discuss arrivals, potential arrivals and Hearts' recruitment. How do Hearts replace Cammy Devlin: Transfer move, in-house options, Tait suggestion - https://www.heartsstandard.co.uk/news/25774195.hearts-replace-cammy-devlin-transfer-target-in-house-options/ Who is Hearts target Laurent Mendy: Versatility, late developer, comparison - https://www.heartsstandard.co.uk/news/25782756.hearts-target-laurent-mendy-ngorgie-kante-versatility/ Forest Green Rovers stance on Hearts target Laurent Mendy revealed after bid - https://www.heartsstandard.co.uk/news/25787654.savage-said-hearts-interest-laurent-mendy/ ////////////////////////////////////////////////////Hearts Standard is delighted to be sponsored by Campbell Muir. Campbell Muir is a premium search firm challenging the status quo in the UK and US insurance markets.  Working with senior insurance professionals globally, they focus on placing elite talent into some of the world’s top insurance brokerages. They are scaling fast and are always looking for high-calibre recruiters in Scotland to help build something exceptional. You can find them at www.campbell-muir.comSupport the show: https://www.heartsstandard.co.uk/subscribe

Heart of Midlothian have suffered a second injury blow in the space of a week. Following news Cammy Devlin would miss 6-8 weeks, it has now been confirmed that Lawrence Shankland will be absent for the same period. Joel is joined by Mark Donaldson to react to the Shankland news and discuss the impending arrival of Rogers Mato following the agreement of a deal with FK Vardar. Hearts reveal Lawrence Shankland injury blow as top scorer set to miss key games - https://www.heartsstandard.co.uk/news/25780439.hearts-reveal-lawrence-shankland-injury-blow/ Hearts agree deal for Rogers Mato - latest on the January transfer of the winger - https://www.heartsstandard.co.uk/news/25780555.hearts-agree-january-move-winger-transfer-advanced-stage/ /////////////////////////////////////////////////// COMPETITION Subscribe for £1 for 6 months to the Hearts Standard, for the chance to win 2x hospitality tickets for Hearts v Celtic on January 25 in the European Executive lounge. Current subs will be eligible to enter via the competition page - https://www.heartsstandard.co.uk/competitions/?utm_source=youtube&utm_campaign=hs_sales ////////////////////////////////////////////////////Hearts Standard is delighted to be sponsored by Campbell Muir. Campbell Muir is a premium search firm challenging the status quo in the UK and US insurance markets.  Working with senior insurance professionals globally, they focus on placing elite talent into some of the world’s top insurance brokerages. They are scaling fast and are always looking for high-calibre recruiters in Scotland to help build something exceptional. You can find them at www.campbell-muir.comSupport the show: https://www.heartsstandard.co.uk/subscribe

Joel and Craig discuss the loss of Cammy Devlin to injury and how it could impact Heart of Midlothian's season.#heartsfc #heartofmidlothian #scottishpremiership #spfl #scottishfootball #scottishcup More at heartsstandard.co.uk ////////////////////////////////////////////////////Hearts Standard is delighted to be sponsored by Campbell Muir. Campbell Muir is a premium search firm challenging the status quo in the UK and US insurance markets. Working with senior insurance professionals globally, they focus on placing elite talent into some of the world’s top insurance brokerages. They are scaling fast and are always looking for high-calibre recruiters in Scotland to help build something exceptional. You can find them at www.campbell-muir.comSupport the show: https://www.heartsstandard.co.uk/subscribe

Joel and Craig analyse the Scottish Cup exit after Hearts lost out on penalties to Falkirk in the fourth round. They look at the team selection, the VAR decision, the substitutions and the injuries that are piling up.#heartsfc #heartofmidlothian #scottishpremiership #spfl #scottishfootball #scottishcup Instant analysis: How Hearts exited the Scottish Cup at the end of a costly weekhttps://www.heartsstandard.co.uk/news/25774171.hearts-exited-scottish-cup-end-costly-week/ ////////////////////////////////////////////////////Hearts Standard is delighted to be sponsored by Campbell Muir. Campbell Muir is a premium search firm challenging the status quo in the UK and US insurance markets. Working with senior insurance professionals globally, they focus on placing elite talent into some of the world’s top insurance brokerages. They are scaling fast and are always looking for high-calibre recruiters in Scotland to help build something exceptional. You can find them at www.campbell-muir.comSupport the show: https://www.heartsstandard.co.uk/subscribe

Heart of Midlothian defeated St Mirren 2-0 on Wednesday night at Tynecastle Park. Oh, and they did it with 10-men only a few days on from beating Dundee with 10 men. Craig and Joel analyse the win as Hearts opened up a six-point lead at the top of the Scottish Premiership. They wax lyrical about te team performance, highlight Derek McInnes' key decisions, pinpoint the performances of Blair Spittal, Lawrence Shankland, Harry Milne and more.#heartsfc #heartofmidlothian #scottishpremiership #spfl #scottishfootball Instant analysis: How Hearts only needed 10 men to go six points clear at the tophttps://www.heartsstandard.co.uk/news/25766405.hearts-needed-10-men-go-six-points-clear-top/ Derek McInnes on Rogers Mato hope, Hearts pride and Baningime tearshttps://www.heartsstandard.co.uk/news/25766883.derek-mcinnes-rogers-mato-hope-hearts-pride-baningime-tears/ Derek McInnes provides Cammy Devlin update and Stephen Kingsley injury blow - https://www.heartsstandard.co.uk/news/25766476.hearts-boss-provides-cammy-devlin-stephen-kingsley-injury-update/ ////////////////////////////////////////////////////Hearts Standard is delighted to be sponsored by Campbell Muir. Campbell Muir is a premium search firm challenging the status quo in the UK and US insurance markets. Working with senior insurance professionals globally, they focus on placing elite talent into some of the world’s top insurance brokerages. They are scaling fast and are always looking for high-calibre recruiters in Scotland to help build something exceptional. You can find them at www.campbell-muir.comSupport the show: https://www.heartsstandard.co.uk/subscribe

Heart of Midlothian are back in action on Wednesday night when they host St Mirren. Joel and Craig look ahead to the fixture and the injuries on either side. They also reflect on Derek McInnes' game plan from the weekend's win and discuss the latest transfer news. Hearts' game plan explained: Derek McInnes' smart subs and defend at all costs - https://www.heartsstandard.co.uk/news/25759916.inside-hearts-gameplan-found-new-way-win-v-dundee/ Hearts winger Alan Forrest attracting transfer interest from Premiership side - https://www.heartsstandard.co.uk/news/25758550.hearts-winger-attracting-transfer-interest-premiership-side/ St Mirren set to be without SIX for Hearts clash, referee and TV details - https://www.heartsstandard.co.uk/news/25760187.st-mirren-set-without-six-hearts-clash-referee-tv-details/ //////////////////////////////////////////////////// COMPETITION Subscribe for £1 for 6 months to the Hearts Standard, for the chance to win 2x hospitality tickets for Hearts v Celtic on January 25 in the European Executive lounge. Current subs will be eligible to enter via the competition page - https://www.heartsstandard.co.uk/competitions/ ////////////////////////////////////////////////////Hearts Standard is delighted to be sponsored by Campbell Muir. Campbell Muir is a premium search firm challenging the status quo in the UK and US insurance markets. Working with senior insurance professionals globally, they focus on placing elite talent into some of the world’s top insurance brokerages. They are scaling fast and are always looking for high-calibre recruiters in Scotland to help build something exceptional.  You can find them at www.campbell-muir.comSupport the show: https://www.heartsstandard.co.uk/subscribe

A key talking point amongst Hearts fans in recent weeks has been around the Tynecastle Park atmosphere and the impact the club's support can have on the team's title charge. To discuss the topic, how it can be improved, where it can be improved and how important it can be, Mark Donaldson of Scarves Around the Funnel hosts a live fan forum. He is joined by Joel Sked, editor of Hearts Standard, Barry Anderson, Hearts correspondent for the Edinburgh Evening News, Liam Corbett from This is My Story podcast, former Hearts player Allan Preston and Scott McIntosh of Scarves Around the Funnel.Support the show: https://www.heartsstandard.co.uk/subscribe

Derek McInnes after Dundee 0-1 Hearts in the Scottish Premiership. The Heart of Midlothian head coach said the 10-man victory was the best win of the season. McInnes spoke about Craig Gordon's heroics, the left-back situation after injuries to Harry Milne and Stephen Kingsley ahead of the match and the performance of Jamie McCart. #heartsfc #heartofmidlothian #scottishpremiership #spfl #scottishfootball  Instant analysis: How Hearts should their bottle for title fight with 10-man Dundee winhttps://www.heartsstandard.co.uk/news/25756225.hearts-bottle-title-fight-10-man-dundee-win/ Derek McInnes: Hearts win at Dundee 'best three points of the season'https://www.heartsstandard.co.uk/news/25756284.derek-mcinnes-hearts-win-dundee-best-three-points-season ////////////////////////////////////////////////////Hearts Standard is delighted to be sponsored by Campbell Muir. Campbell Muir is a premium search firm challenging the status quo in the UK and US insurance markets.  Working with senior insurance professionals globally, they focus on placing elite talent into some of the world’s top insurance brokerages. They are scaling fast and are always looking for high-calibre recruiters in Scotland to help build something exceptional. You can find them at www.campbell-muir.comSupport the show: https://www.heartsstandard.co.uk/subscribe

It's another early transfer round-up as Joel and Craig discuss Heart of Midlothian's interest in Vardar's goalscoring winger Rogers Mato and the news that Stuart Findlay has signed a pre-contract that will keep him at the club beyond his current loan.#heartsfc #heartofmidlothian #scottishpremiership #spfl #scottishfootball  Derek McInnes on why Hearts fans have been first class and Kabore texthttp://heartsstandard.co.uk/news/25751114.hearts-team-news-v-dundee-derek-mcinnes-transfers/ Exclusive: Hearts transfer latest with Sander Kartum loan interesthttps://www.heartsstandard.co.uk/news/25750000.transfer-interest-hearts-midfielder-sander-kartum/ ////////////////////////////////////////////////////Hearts Standard is delighted to be sponsored by Campbell Muir. Campbell Muir is a premium search firm challenging the status quo in the UK and US insurance markets.  Working with senior insurance professionals globally, they focus on placing elite talent into some of the world’s top insurance brokerages. They are scaling fast and are always looking for high-calibre recruiters in Scotland to help build something exceptional. You can find them at www.campbell-muir.comSupport the show: https://www.heartsstandard.co.uk/subscribe

It's another early transfer round-up as Joel and Craig discuss Heart of Midlothian's interest in Vardar's goalscoring winger Rogers Mato and the news that Stuart Findlay has signed a pre-contract that will keep him at the club beyond his current loan.#heartsfc #heartofmidlothian #scottishpremiership #spfl #scottishfootball  Hearts make transfer move for goal-scoring winger Rogers Matohttps://www.heartsstandard.co.uk/news/25735127.hearts-make-transfer-move-goal-scoring-winger-rogers-mato/ Derek McInnes on Hearts star's contract and Zander Clark interesthttps://www.heartsstandard.co.uk/news/25748280.derek-mcinnes-hearts-stars-contract-zander-clark-interest ////////////////////////////////////////////////////Hearts Standard is delighted to be sponsored by Campbell Muir. Campbell Muir is a premium search firm challenging the status quo in the UK and US insurance markets.  Working with senior insurance professionals globally, they focus on placing elite talent into some of the world’s top insurance brokerages. They are scaling fast and are always looking for high-calibre recruiters in Scotland to help build something exceptional. You can find them at www.campbell-muir.comSupport the show: https://www.heartsstandard.co.uk/subscribe