Let Me Be Frank Podcast

Frankly speaking, there's nobody quite like Frank McAvennie. Whether it's fun, football, or forthright opinions, Macca is the ultimate lovable rogue with a career full of scrapes & triumphs. He topped scoring charts for Celtic and West Ham and represented Scotland in the World Cup. Since hanging up his boots, he's known for his hilarious after-dinner speeches & sharp punditry. Now, with his new podcast "Let Me Be Frank," Macca alongside co-host Simon Houston tackles today's big issues with his unique style, joined by top names in sport, music, entertainment, and more. Tune in for a wild ride!

Title: After hanging up his boots, Celtic legend Aiden McGeady looks back on a remarkable career from his dream debut for his boyhood heroes to the “wild west” of Moscow.

In the latest episode of the Let Me Be Frank podcast, former Celtic and Ireland star Aiden McGeady talks openly to Frank and Simon about the highs and lows of a glittering career and how things didn’t end the way he wanted under old teammate Scott Brown at Ayr Utd. Also in this episode: Being halted in traffic by Vladimir Putin My hopes for life after football Banned from getting man of the match by Strachan The truth behind the on the field bust-up with Neil Lennon The Saudis don’t want 38-year-olds released by Ayr My ‘weird’ return to Celtic Park And so much more…

11-20
55:57

Former Sky Sports reporter and West Ham fan Bianca Westwood reveals how Frank helped her escape a toxic childhood and recalls the battles being taken seriously as a female football broadcaster

In the latest episode of Let Me Be Frank, Bianca Westwood catches up with her hero Frank McAvennie to relive some magical West Ham memories from the terraces of Upton Park. And she recalls how tough it was trying to smash through the glass ceiling which female football journalists face. Also in this episode: Walking down Green Street felt magical Managers disrespected me and I wasn’t allowed in the tunnel The glass ceiling for women in football is still there I didn’t care that men ripped my looks apart - I knew more about football than them If I made the slightest mistake I was terrorised, I couldn’t sleep or eat

11-13
48:22

Musician and songwriter Bobby Bluebell on Celtic, Trump, golfing with Jack Nicholson and still being Young at Heart

In the latest episode of Let Me Be Frank, Scottish musician and songwriter Bobby Bluebell talks music football and shares memories of working with the biggest names in the business Also in this episode: Keeping Robert De Niro waiting on the phone A wise warning from Jack Nicholson Writing Young at Heart with his famous girlfriend Amazing Still Game cameo And so much more…

11-06
46:20

Let Me Be Frank: Jimmy Nicholl – From Belfast Dreams to Football Glory

Frank welcomes football legend Jimmy Nicholl for an unforgettable journey through the highs and lows of his storied career. Jimmy recounts his early days, leaving Belfast amidst the Troubles to sign with Manchester United, only to be cut by Big Ron Atkinson. He shares the electrifying moment his Raith Rovers team, fueled by a Beckenbauer-inspired halftime rant, rallied in Munich, and he takes us behind the scenes of Raith's historic League Cup final win over Celtic. Jimmy also talks about fulfilling his dream of signing for Rangers under Graeme Souness and relives Northern Ireland’s stunning victory over Spain in the 1982 World Cup.

10-31
01:00:55

Title: talkSPORT icon and Transfer Deadline Day legend Jim White on life at the heart of all the big football stories

In the latest episode of Let Me Be Frank, broadcasting giant Jim White looks back on the highs and lows of a remarkable career Also in this episode: Ordered out of Gazza’s house by Walter Smith Brave Ally’s heartache I got sober after too many embarrassments Secret behind Souness Ibrox takeover Huge exclusive that helped land Sky TV gig

10-23
47:39

Singer Chesney Hawkes tells his hero Frank McAvennie why he HAD to get naked

In the latest episode of Let Me Be Frank, Chesney Hawkes on THAT video and why his undying love for the Hammers Also, in this episode, Frank is the One and Only! Reason behind the ‘Saltburn’ video is Moyes is too stubborn and predictable, Embarrassed at keeping the classic hit off the top spot, And so much more

10-16
38:53

West Ham icon Carlton Cole talks Hammers, Celtic and his talkSPORT favourite uncle

In the latest episode of Let Me Be Frank, Carlton Cole says someone was due a Hammers hammering and recalls his sad stint at “Mickey Mouse” Celtic Also in this episode: Who will be the next England number nine Bewildered by Kudus and Antony decision What Brendan Rogers need to tell his stars “Uncle Jim” White has been so good And so much more

10-10
47:46

Celtic and Scotland legend Scott Brown joins Frank for one of his first podcast interviews

In the latest episode of Let Me Be Frank, Broony talks about his remarkable trophy-laden career and his hopes and dreams as a manager of Ayr Utd Also in this episode: Why he chose Celtic over Rangers Who was the best boss he played under? Winding up Morelos was so easy Emotional debt Tommy Burns And so much more

10-02
46:02

Podcaster JaackMaate learns all about West Ham legend Frank McAvennie

In the latest episode of Let Me Be Frank, Happy Hour podcaster and West Ham superfan JaackMate joins Frank to examine the Hammers’ poor start to the season. Also in this episode: Longing for Upton Park under the lights Jaack reveals his Scottish team How it began for YouTube sensation Franks for the memories as Jaack is quizzed on legend’s career I owe it to Ricky Gervais And so much more

09-25
46:43

John ‘Bomber’ Brown on Rangers return to Ibrox and being secretly recorded by Dundee foe Rab Douglas

Also in this episode: I’ll never talk to Rab again Jamie Vardy to Ibrox - complete with tag Punched in the kidney by Souness Ally McCoist didn’t deserve abuse Gazza’s unique fishing bait I told Scotland boss where to go And so much more

09-19
52:26

Derek Ferguson on son Lewis setting Italy’s Serie A alight and his battle back from injury

In the latest episode of Let Me Be Frank, former Rangers star Derek Ferguson reveals his pride in son Lewis playing for Bologna Also in this episode: Celtic inquired about Lewis but not Rangers Who’s the best player in my house Ray Wilkins was the ultimate gentleman Where Hearts are going wrong The horror car crash in Sunderland And so much more

09-12
49:21

Joe Ledley on Celtic v Wales fans and the day he thought Neil Lennon would quit.

In the latest episode of Let Me Be Frank, former Celtic and Wales star Joe Ledley looks back on some amazing moments for club and country Also in this episode: I was convinced Lenny would quit at half-time Why Forrest and McGregor didn’t play in EPL Celtic and Wales fans in full voice. Who’s the best? Bellamy is the proudest Welshman. And so much more

09-07
40:49

Charlie Mulgrew on Transfer deadline day, Michelle Mone and an apology from Ally McCoist

In the latest episode of Let Me Be Frank, former Celtic and Scotland star Charlie Mulgrew looks back on some amazing and crazy moments in a glittering career. Also in this episode: Elton John on the Celtic team bus Star jumped into the swimming pool in my clothes Chris Sutton’s Mcdonalds' fries wind up My greediest teammate Shopped to the cops by Michelle Mone

09-07
50:51

Alan Rough on living it up in LA with Rod Stewart and narrow escape from being banned by Scotland

In the latest episode of Let Me Be Frank, Scotland goalkeeping legend Alan Rough also hears how Frank was seconds away from also joining Partick Thistle Also in this episode Banging Fergie’s hotel room door at 2am The dodgy Zico free-kick advice Haunted by Cubillas AFTER Argentina Scotland could have won the World Cup And so much more…

09-07
52:05

Ray Winstone on REAL West Ham fans and the possibility of The Gentlemen second season

⁠⁠⁠⁠YouTube⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ | ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ | ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠X⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ | ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠TikTok⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ | ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Facebook⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ In the latest episode of Let Me Be Frank, acting legend Ray Winstone catches up with his old pal Macca, to talk about all things Hammers. Also in this episode ... Where are West Ham going? West Ham should never have sold Frank to Celtic. Lou Macari and the bet that was never placed. Playing with Bobby Moore at Wembley. And so much more! If you have a question or comment for Frank, DM us, leave it in the comments, or use the hashtag #LetMeBeFrank on socials. Please show your support for the podcast by hitting the follow/subscribe button wherever you are listening or watching. #FrankMcAvennie #LetMeBeFrank #Podcast #Football #Entertainment #Comedy #Celtic #WestHam #Scotland

08-15
50:16

Neil Lennon on life in Romania, Celtic’s Euro chances and would he take the Scotland job?

In the latest episode of Let Me Be Frank, former Celtic boss Neil Lennon tells Macca all about life as a boss in Bucharest Also in this episode Training ground story was a load of p**s Neil falls in love with a new sport Dressing down from Martin O’Neill over hair shocker Kasper Schmeichel verdict And so much more… Watch on YouTube here: https://www.youtube.com/@LetMeBeFrankPodcast

08-08
39:36

John Hartson on wrath of Martin O’Neill, nearly signing for Rangers and Berkovic News at Ten shame

⁠⁠⁠⁠YouTube⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ | ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ | ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠X⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ | ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠TikTok⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ | ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Facebook⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Souness knew first Catholic signing had to be huge Making peace with Berkovic after famous training ground incident My goals would have won the league in Seville season Ruining Henrik’s shirt in dressing room rage outburst If you have a question or comment for Frank, DM us, leave it in the comments, or use the hashtag #LetMeBeFrank on socials. Please show your support for the podcast by hitting the follow/subscribe button wherever you are listening or watching. #FrankMcAvennie #LetMeBeFrank #Podcast #Football #Entertainment #Comedy #Celtic #WestHam #Scotland #JohnHartson #HenrikLarsson #GraemeSouness

08-01
52:00

Martin Compston on Mourinho's confession, Line of Duty future and boot shamed by Henrik Larsson

⁠⁠⁠⁠YouTube⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ | ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ | ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠X⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ | ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠TikTok⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ | ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Facebook⁠⁠⁠⁠ What an episode! •⁠ ⁠Dutch courage for Example TRNSMT moment •⁠ ⁠England were PISH - but so were we •⁠ ⁠Brian Cox has the social media secret •⁠ ⁠Joe Hart, John Lundstram and the FEAR •⁠ ⁠Being Sam Heughan's granddad If you have a question or comment for Frank, DM us, leave it in the comments, or use the hashtag #LetMeBeFrank on socials. Please show your support for the podcast by hitting the follow/subscribe button wherever you are listening or watching. #FrankMcAvennie #LetMeBeFrank #Podcast #Football #Entertainment #Comedy #Celtic #WestHam #Scotland #martincompston #tonycurran

07-25
58:07

Missing Moyes, the Moors Murders and why Scots hate the English featuring Tony Cottee

⁠⁠⁠⁠YouTube⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ | ⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠ | ⁠⁠⁠⁠X⁠⁠⁠⁠ | ⁠⁠⁠⁠TikTok⁠⁠⁠⁠ | ⁠⁠⁠⁠Facebook⁠⁠⁠ In the latest episode of Let Me Be Frank, Macca’s best pal Tony Cottee returns heartbroken from the Euros! •⁠ ⁠I hate English arrogance - and I played for them •⁠ ⁠Sir Alex Ferguson in charge of The Three Lions •⁠ ⁠Graeme Souness scared the crap out of me •⁠ ⁠We didn’t think we would score - we KNEW we would •⁠ ⁠Boss tried to strangle Hoops legend •⁠ ⁠Moyes will make a great Scotland boss •⁠ ⁠Fearful for West Ham - they’re all over the place If you have a question or comment for Frank, DM us, leave it in the comments, or use the hashtag #LetMeBeFrank on socials. Please show your support for the podcast by hitting the follow/subscribe button wherever you are listening or watching. #FrankMcAvennie #LetMeBeFrank #Podcast #Football #Entertainment #Comedy #Celtic #WestHam #Scotland #England

07-18
43:24

Hollywood’s Green & White! featuring Gianni Capaldi

⁠⁠⁠YouTube⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ | ⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠ | ⁠⁠⁠⁠X⁠⁠⁠⁠ | ⁠⁠⁠⁠TikTok⁠⁠⁠⁠ | ⁠⁠⁠⁠Facebook⁠⁠⁠⁠ In the latest episode, Frank turns the table on Hollywood star Gianni Capaldi. Simon, Macca and Gianni also talk about... How James Bond fell in love with Celtic. The truth behind Samuel L. Jackson and the Rangers top. The horror injury that ended Gianni's footballing career. And WHO took a knife to a Dutch football legend? If you have a question or comment for Frank, DM us, leave it in the comments, or use the hashtag #LetMeBeFrank on socials. Please show your support for the podcast by hitting the follow/subscribe button wherever you are listening or watching. #FrankMcAvennie #LetMeBeFrank #Podcast #Football #Entertainment #Comedy #Celtic #WestHam #Scotland

07-11
41:35

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