0n this week's episode Kevin and Simon are joined by ex-Derry City midfielder and back-to-back Irish League title winner with Larne Joe Thomson who gives his views on Derry's title chances, an insight into Larne's top class facilities ahead of the club's preseason campaign and much more! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
A morale-boosting 3-0 win over Waterford was soured by the injury sustained to Patrick McEleney. Simon and Kevin discuss the aftermath and feature interviews from Brian Maher, Pat Hoban and Paul Hegarty. The pair also look ahead to the visit of Galway to Brandywell as City look for back to back victories. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Traffic jams, engine failure and a nightmare evening at the Applegreen, the weekend proved a disaster for Simon and Kevin but the pair can finally laugh it off and discuss a mixed bag for Derry City who spoiled the homecoming party for Stephen Kenny before losing out to champions Shamrock Rovers in Tallaght three days later. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Simon and Kevin are joined on the show by special guest, award winning Derry City media officer Lawrence Moore who gives listeners an insight into what it's like dealing with Derry's 'unique' press entourage every week. He also talks about his working relationship with manager Ruaidhri Higgins and his predecessors and how he became involved with the club. The lads also look back on a brilliant last gasp win over Bohemians which has set things up nicely ahead of a crunch double header against St Pat's and Shamrock Rovers in Dublin. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
On this week's episode Simon and Kevin discuss Derry City's progress after the 1-1 draw against Shelbourne and look ahead to the visit of Bohemians. Featuring interviews with Damien Duff who claims Derry have double his budget, Ruaidhri Higgins who gives his assessment of the Brandywell club's latest performance and man of the match Paul McMullan. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Joining Kevin and Simon on this week's episode is Derry City's Croatian goalkeeping coach and analyst, Luka Pauk. He gives his thoughts on why the League of Ireland isn't reaching its potential claiming it's been let down by lack of investment in facilities and in youth development. Featuring interviews from Ruaidhri Higgins and Pat Hoban after completing back to back wins in Waterford. The lads also look ahead to another tough double header for the Candy Stripes. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
After an action packed double header against Shamrock Rovers and St Pat's at Brandywell there's plenty of talking points for Simon and Kevin to get through on this week's episode including crowd trouble, flares, defensive blunders, playing two up top and a difficult trip to Waterford. Featuring interviews with Adam O'Reilly, Pat Hoban and Ruaidhrí Higgins. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
On this week's show Simon and Kevin recap last Friday's disappointing draw in Drogheda. Featuring interviews with Ruaidhri Higgins, Paul McMullan and Drogheda boss Kevin Doherty. The lads also give their views on the 'Higgins out' calls from sections of supporters on social media and preview the mouthwatering double header against Shamrock Rovers and St Pat's. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
On this week's episode the mood has been lifted by a big win over Dundalk. Simon and Kevin chat about the ongoing issues with flares, League of Ireland facilities, Derry City's progress after the first series of games and look ahead to the trip to Drogheda. Features interviews with Danny Mullen, Ruaidhri Higgins and Will Patching. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
This week's episode features interviews with Ruaidhri Higgins and Mark Connolly after a double header where Derry City lost to Galway and drew with Shelbourne at Tolka Park. Simon and Kevin discuss the performances from both nights and look ahead to the visit of Dundalk to Brandywell. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Our first guest of the season Gareth 'Charlie' McGlynn talks dressing room dynamics and club culture at Derry City and why Ruaidhri Higgins got the timing right with the appointment of Paul Hegarty as assistant manager. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Featuring interviews with Ruaidhri Higgins, Cameron McJannet and former Brandywell favourite James Akintunde, Simon and Kevin take a look back at Derry City's disappointing first loss of the season against Bohemians at Dalymount Park and look ahead to a tough double header against Galway and Shelbourne. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
It's been a productive week for Derry City who remain unbeaten after gaining seven points from a possible nine. On this week's episode Simon and Kevin discuss the big win over Waterford and have interviews with Ruaidhri Higgins, hat-trick hero Pat Hoban and ex-Derry assistant boss Alan Reynolds. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Featuring exclusive interview with Ciaron Harkin who made his return to the pitch after two years out with a double ACL injury and reaction from Derry City's impressive results against Shamrock Rovers and St Patrick's Athletic, Simon and Kevin tackle the major talking points of a busy four days in the League of Ireland. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
On this week's episode Simon and Kevin discuss the injuries sustained in the stalemate in Sligo and get reaction from defender Mark Connolly. Also, Kevin sits down for an in-depth interview with Derry City goalkeeping coach Michael Dougherty before a look ahead to a crunch double header against St Pat's and Shamrock Rovers. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Simon and Kevin are joined by Brandywell favourite Nicky Low who is in town for Derry City's opening night victory over Drogheda. We get a run down on the talking points at Derry City Fans Forum including an exclusive interview with Derry City Council Chief Executive John Kelpie plus a look ahead to the weekend trip to Sligo Rovers. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Back for a second season Simon and Kevin discuss Derry City's potential to challenge Shamrock Rovers for the league title; the comings and goings at Brandywell over the close season and predict the league's top three. Featuring an interview with newly appointed Derry assistant manager Paul Hegarty plus pre-season predictions from a section of Derry City supporters. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Simon and Kevin are joined by Journal colleague Michael Wilson to discuss the debut season of Talking Derry City as the FAI Cup Final officially brought the curtain down on a the 2023 campaign. Featuring an interview with Ciaron Harkin who discusses his 20 months out with an ACL injury and his delight at being offered a new Derry City contract. The lads recap on what's been an entertaining year. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
As the 2023 season comes to an end with an emphatic 3-0 win over St Patrick's Athletic, Simon and Kevin discuss the ups and downs of the campaign from the comfort of the Brandywell dressing room. We also hear the thoughts of City boss Ruaidhri Higgins and chairman Philip O'Doherty as they summarise the season. This week's episode also features several Derry City fans who tell us how they felt the season has gone and what their expectations are for the year ahead. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
On this week's episode Simon and Kevin are joined by former Derry City assistant manager and ex-captain, the current Institute boss, Kevin Deery who gives his views on the Candy Stripes' season and his hopes of guiding 'Stute to the Irish Premier Division. He talks about some dark days at Derry as a player and coach, his own gripe with the Brandywell pitch and a potential collaboration between Derry and 'Stute in the future. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.