A humdrum performance from Dean Smith's men leaves many Villa fans wondering what's next. Join Cole Pettem, Danny Raza, and Simon O'Regan as the lads discuss the Matty Cash and Jack Grealish sized wholes left against Leicester City, Ross Barkley, and assess potential personnel changes ahead of the Leeds game. Enjoy the podcast and Up The Villa! STAY CONNECTED: Email: holtecast@gmail.com Twitter: @7500ToHolte EPISODE NOTES: Thank you to our FPL league sponsor, One2ElevenKits. Take advantage of th...
Feb 22, 2021•35 min•Ep. 282
As a tough batch of fixtures appear on the horizon for Aston Villa, Brendan Rodgers' men make their way to Villa Park on Sunday. Keeping that in mind, Cole Pettem is joined by Jack from Leicester Fan TV to preview the upcoming Premier League clash. A big thanks to Jack for chatting with us. You can find him on on Twitter @Jacklcfc9 and the Leicester Fan TV team @LeicesterFanTV. Email: holtecast@gmail.com Twitter: @7500ToHolte EPISODE NOTES: Thank you to our FPL league sponsor, One2ElevenKits. Ta...
Feb 19, 2021•15 min•Ep. 281
In what can only be described as a virtuoso performance by Emi Martinez, Villa somehow escaped the Amex Stadium with a point. Join Cole Pettem, Danny Raza, and Simon O'Regan as the lads try to make sense of Aston Villa's lackluster performance against Brighton and assess what changes may be needed moving forward. Enjoy the podcast and Up The Villa! STAY CONNECTED: Email: holtecast@gmail.com Twitter: @7500ToHolte EPISODE NOTES: Thank you to our FPL league sponsor, One2ElevenKits. Take advantage o...
Feb 15, 2021•31 min•Ep. 280
With Aston Villa's congested batch of fixtures now in the rear-view mirror, Dean Smith's men travel to the Amex Stadium to face Brighton and Hove Albion on Saturday. Keeping that in mind, Cole Pettem is joined by Ady Packham from the Albion Roar to preview the upcoming Premier League clash. A big thanks for Ady for chatting with us. You can find the Albion Roar on Twitter @albionroar. Email: holtecast@gmail.com Twitter: @7500ToHolte EPISODE NOTES: Thank you to our FPL league sponsor, One2ElevenK...
Feb 12, 2021•27 min•Ep. 279
In a week that saw Villa exhibit two differing performances, the accomplishment of hitting last season's points total (35) in 21 games has many fans dreaming of just how far Dean Smith's side can go. Join Cole Pettem, Danny Raza, and Neil Dunworth as the lads reflect on the week that was for Aston Villa and try to answer the all-important question - Can Aston Villa qualify for European football? Enjoy the podcast and Up The Villa! STAY CONNECTED: Email: holtecast@gmail.com Twitter: @7500ToHolte ...
Feb 08, 2021•35 min•Ep. 278
VAR well and truly became a friend of Aston Villa on Saturday (Pretty sure it's a short-term relationship though!). Join Cole Pettem, Danny Raza, and Simon O'Regan as the lads break down the events at St. Mary's on Saturday as Villa's hopes for European football were reignited. Plus, the trio look ahead to the West Ham game on Wednesday and discuss Frédéric Guilbert leaving the club on loan. Enjoy the podcast and Up The Villa! STAY CONNECTED: Email: holtecast@gmail.com Twitter: @7500ToHolte EPIS...
Feb 01, 2021•52 min•Ep. 277
As most Villa fans still try to make sense of that shocking second half performance by Dean Smith's men, the Holtecast returns! Join Cole Pettem and debutant, Stevie Green, as the lads try to put the pieces together after Sean Dyche's side practically roundhouse kicked Villa in the mouth. Plus, the duo look ahead to the Southampton game on the weekend. Enjoy the podcast and Up The Villa! STAY CONNECTED: Email: holtecast@gmail.com Twitter: @7500ToHolte EPISODE NOTES: Thank you to our FPL league s...
Jan 28, 2021•37 min•Ep. 276
Villa return to winning ways as a Dean Smith-less side cruises to victory over a struggling Newcastle United. Join Cole Pettem, Danny Raza, and debutant, Simon O'Regan, as the lads discuss a comfortable win over Steve Bruce's men and look ahead to the Burnley match on Wednesday. Enjoy the podcast and Up The Villa! STAY CONNECTED: Email: holtecast@gmail.com Twitter: @7500ToHolte EPISODE NOTES: Thank you to our FPL league sponsor, One2ElevenKits. Take advantage of their fantastic inventory of foot...
Jan 25, 2021•32 min•Ep. 275
Aston Villa walk away from the Etihad Stadium emptied handed as yet another officiating controversy proves costly for Dean Smith's men. Join Cole Pettem, Danny Raza, and For The Love of Paul McGrath podcast's, Neil Dunworth, as the lads discuss the loss to Manchester City and look ahead to the Newcastle match on Saturday. Enjoy the podcast and Up The VIlla! STAY CONNECTED: Email: holtecast@gmail.com Twitter: @7500ToHolte EPISODE NOTES: Thank you to our FPL league sponsor, One2ElevenKits. Take ad...
Jan 21, 2021•32 min•Ep. 274
Aston Villa will FINALLY be back in action as Dean Smith's men travel to the Etihad Stadium to face Manchester City. Keeping that in mind, Cole Pettem is joined by David Mooney from the Blue Moon Podcast to preview the upcoming Premier League clash. A big thanks to David for chatting with us. You can find him on Twitter @BlueMoonPodcast. Email: holtecast@gmail.com Twitter: @7500ToHolte EPISODE NOTES: Thank you to our FPL league sponsor, One2ElevenKits. Take advantage of their fantastic inventory...
Jan 19, 2021•24 min•Ep. 273
Against all of the odds, Villa's youngsters were able to display a valiant and impressive effort against defending champions and current league-leaders, Liverpool, in a 4-1 loss at Villa Park. Join Cole Pettem, Danny Raza, and old friend of the pod, James Rushton, as the lads discuss the Friday night FA Cup fixture, the development of Villa's youth system, and where the recent outbreak of Covid leaves the club moving forward. Enjoy the podcast and Up The Villa! STAY CONNECTED: Email: holtecast@g...
Jan 09, 2021•35 min•Ep. 272
The FA Cup is finally upon us! Keeping that in mind, Cole Pettem is joined by John Gibbons from The Anfield Wrap to preview Friday's cup clash with the defending Premier League champions. A big thanks to John for chatting with us. You can find him on Twitter @TheAnfieldWrap and via the website: www.theanfieldwrap.com Email: holtecast@gmail.com Twitter: @7500ToHolte EPISODE NOTES: Thank you to our FPL league sponsor, One2ElevenKits. Take advantage of their fantastic inventory of football apparel ...
Jan 07, 2021•16 min•Ep. 271
New year, same old VAR issues for Aston Villa. Join Cole Pettem and Danny Raza as the lads dissect the New Years Day defeat to Manchester United and THAT refereeing/VAR call. The clubs outstanding progression and development under the NSWE Group is also discussed. Enjoy the podcast and Up The Villa! STAY CONNECTED: Email: holtecast@gmail.com Twitter: @7500ToHolte EPISODE NOTES: Thank you to our FPL league sponsor, One2ElevenKits. Take advantage of their fantastic inventory of football apparel vi...
Jan 03, 2021•36 min•Ep. 270
It has well and truly been a joyous holiday season for Aston Villa as Dean Smith's men currently sit in 5th place with 26 points on the board. Join Cole Pettem, Danny Raza, and Steven from @VillaAnalytics on Twitter, as the lads discuss Boxing Day glory over Crystal Palace, the hard fought draw at Stamford Bridge, and look ahead to the New Years Day clash with Manchester United. Enjoy the podcast and Up The Villa! STAY CONNECTED: Email: holtecast@gmail.com Twitter: @7500ToHolte EPISODE NOTES: Th...
Dec 29, 2020•31 min•Ep. 269
Aston Villa head into Christmas with their highest points total since the 2009-2010 season and with Crystal Palace next on the docket, Dean Smith's men have an opportunity to continue their strong form. Keeping that in mind, Cole Pettem is joined by Jay Crame from The Eagles Beak to preview the upcoming Premier League clash. A big thanks to Jay for chatting with us. You can find him on Twitter @TheEaglesBeak and via the website: www.theeaglesbeak.com Email: holtecast@gmail.com Twitter: @7500ToHo...
Dec 24, 2020•29 min•Ep. 268
It looks like it will be a VERY merry Christmas for Aston Villa Football Club! Join Cole Pettem, Danny Raza, and newcomer to the pod, Max Stokes of Villa On Tour, as the lads dissect the 3-0 win at the Hawthorns and briefly touch on the appointment of Sam Allardyce at West Bromwich Albion. Enjoy the podcast and Up The Villa! STAY CONNECTED: Email: holtecast@gmail.com Twitter: @7500ToHolte EPISODE NOTES: Thank you to our FPL league sponsor, One2ElevenKits. Take advantage of their fantastic invent...
Dec 21, 2020•37 min•Ep. 267
Home frustrations continue for Aston Villa as Dean Smith's men muster up 27 shots, but fail to register a single goal in a 0-0 draw with Burnley. Join Cole Pettem, Danny Raza, and returning guest, Dom Phillips, as the lads discuss the good, bad, and downright frustrating events at Villa Park. Enjoy the podcast and Up The Villa! STAY CONNECTED: Email: holtecast@gmail.com Twitter: @7500ToHolte EPISODE NOTES: Thank you to our FPL league sponsor, One2ElevenKits. Take advantage of their fantastic inv...
Dec 18, 2020•47 min•Ep. 266
With Aston Villa back on track in the win column, Burnley is next up on the docket as Sean Dyche's men travel to Villa Park on Thursday. Keeping that in mind, Cole Pettem is joined by Dave Roberts from the No Nay Never podcast to preview the upcoming Premier League clash. A big thanks to Dave for chatting with us. You can find him on twitter @DLRbrts and @NoNayNever and via the website: nonaynever.net Email: holtecast@gmail.com Twitter: @7500ToHolte EPISODE NOTES: Thank you to our FPL league spo...
Dec 16, 2020•21 min•Ep. 265
Villa never like to do anything the easy way, that's for sure! Join Cole Pettem and Danny Raza as they revel in the stoppage-time win (Thanks to John McGinn and Anwar El Ghazi) over Wolves at Molineux. Enjoy the podcast and Up The Villa! STAY CONNECTED: Email: holtecast@gmail.com Twitter: @7500ToHolte EPISODE NOTES: Thank you to our FPL league sponsor, One2ElevenKits. Take advantage of their fantastic inventory of football apparel via Twitter (One2ElevenKits) and on Ebay (https://www.ebay.co.uk/...
Dec 14, 2020•44 min•Ep. 264
A lengthy 12 day wait for Villa to return to action is nearly over as the lads travel to Molineux for the early kick-off fixture on Saturday. With that in mind, Cole Pettem is joined by Dave Azzopardi from Wolves fan channel, Talking Wolves, to preview the local clash in the Premier League. A big thanks to Dave. You can find him on twitter @TalkingWolves and via the website: www.talkingwolves.co.uk. STAY CONNECTED: Email: holtecast@gmail.com Twitter: @7500ToHolte EPISODE NOTES: Thank you to our ...
Dec 10, 2020•17 min•Ep. 263
Think it's fair to say that the beautiful game is well and truly gone! Join Cole Pettem for a two-part edition of the Holtecast as Shaun from One2ElevenKits and Neil from The Love of Paul McGrath podcast stop by to try and make sense of events at the London Stadium. Enjoy the podcast and Up The Villa! STAY CONNECTED: Email: holtecast@gmail.com Twitter: @7500ToHolte EPISODE NOTES: Thank you to our FPL league sponsor, One2ElevenKits. Take advantage of their fantastic inventory of football apparel ...
Dec 01, 2020•48 min•Ep. 262
With 9 days between the loss to Brighton and the trip to the London Stadium feeling like an eternity, Villa have disappointingly topped one particular list that no club would be proud to lead. With that in mind, Cole Pettem is joined by Villa & Proud social media officer, Tom Cowley, to discuss the club's fan base topping the list of reported hate crimes and preview Monday's clash with West Ham United. A big thanks to Tom. You can find him on twitter @TomC2312_AVFC and follow the Villa &...
Nov 29, 2020•23 min•Ep. 261
The comforts of home just haven't been present for the Villa as Brighton & Hove Albion secure their first ever win at Villa Park. Join Cole Pettem and Danny Raza as the lads discuss the good, the bad, and the downright questionable of Aston Villa's return to Premier League action. Enjoy the podcast and Up The Villa! STAY CONNECTED: Email: holtecast@gmail.com Twitter: @7500ToHolte EPISODE NOTES: Thank you to our FPL league sponsor, One2ElevenKits. Take advantage of their fantastic inventory o...
Nov 23, 2020•41 min•Ep. 260
As the international break comes to an end, Aston Villa return to action as Graham Potter's Brighton and Hove Albion make their way to Villa Park. With that in mind, Cole Pettem caught up with Ady from Albion Roar to preview the Saturday afternoon match-up in the Premier League. A big thanks to Ady and Albion Roar. You can find them on Twitter @albionroar, on their website (www.albionroar.co.uk), and on Radio Reverb 97.2FM. STAY CONNECTED: Email: holtecast@gmail.com Twitter: @7500ToHolte EPISODE...
Nov 20, 2020•19 min•Ep. 259
Grealish and company are back to their very best as they put Arsenal to the sword. Join Cole Pettem, Danny Raza, and For The Love of Paul McGrath podcast's, Neil Dunworth, as they discuss Aston Villa's return to Premier League victory. Enjoy the podcast and Up The Villa! STAY CONNECTED: Email: holtecast@gmail.com Twitter: @7500ToHolte EPISODE NOTES: Thank you to our FPL league sponsor, One2ElevenKits. Take advantage of their fantastic inventory of football apparel via Twitter (One2ElevenKits) an...
Nov 09, 2020•35 min•Ep. 258
With two straight defeats on the bounce, Aston Villa travel to North London looking to get back into the win column against Mikel Arteta's Arsenal. Keeping that in mind, Cole Pettem caught up with Tom from The Gooner Talk TV to preview Sunday evening's matinee in the Premier League. A big thanks to Tom and The Gooner Talk TV. You can find them on Twitter @TheGoonerTalkTv and on their website (www.thegoonertalk.com/). STAY CONNECTED: Email: holtecast@gmail.com Twitter: @7500ToHolte EPISODE NOTES:...
Nov 05, 2020•19 min•Ep. 257
Too little too late for Villa as the unthinkable second-half comeback did not have time on its side. Join Cole Pettem, Danny Raza, and The Villa Filler's very own, Dan Morgan, as they discuss Aston Villa's second consecutive loss in Premier League play. Enjoy the podcast and Up The Villa! STAY CONNECTED: Email: holtecast@gmail.com Twitter: @7500ToHolte EPISODE NOTES: Thank you to our FPL league sponsor, One2ElevenKits. Take advantage of their fantastic inventory of football apparel via Twitter (...
Nov 02, 2020•36 min•Ep. 256
With Villa's undefeated streak in the Premier League being snapped by Leeds United last week, the chance for redemption arises as Southampton pay a visit to Villa Park. Keeping that in mind, Cole Pettem caught up with Ben Stanfield from the Total Saints Podcast to preview Sunday afternoon's Premier League fixture. A big thanks to Ben and the Total Saints Podcast. You can find them on Twitter @TotalSaintsPod and on their website (www.totalsaints.co.uk). STAY CONNECTED: Email: holtecast@gmail.com ...
Oct 30, 2020•18 min•Ep. 255
A difficult Friday evening for Villa as Patrick Bamford and Leeds United bring Jack Grealish and company back to reality. Join Cole Pettem and Danny Raza as they put the first Premier League loss of the season into perspective within a very successful start to the season. The lads also discuss the criticism Jack Grealish was facing post-match from a small minority of the fan base. Enjoy the podcast and Up The Villa! STAY CONNECTED: Email: holtecast@gmail.com Twitter: @7500ToHolte EPISODE NOTES: ...
Oct 26, 2020•28 min•Ep. 254
Villa remain undefeated in the Premier League thus far - with Leeds United next on the agenda under the floodlights at Villa Park. With that in mind, Cole Pettem caught up with Paul Morrison from Leeds That, a Leeds United podcast, to preview Friday evening's matinee fixture in the Premier League. A big thanks to Paul and Leeds That. You can find them on Twitter @leedsthat and on their website (www.leedsthat.com). STAY CONNECTED: Email: holtecast@gmail.com Twitter: @7500ToHolte EPISODE NOTES: Th...
Oct 22, 2020•18 min•Ep. 253
