It's that time of year, domestic football is over and the guys are reflecting on another season... however, as it's June they can also give us an insight into how pre-season has started - especially as Posh have already made their first signing! Peterborough United Chairman Darragh MacAnthony and Bradford City supporter Philip Ideson are giving insight on the "Hard Truths" behind the football industry via this weekly podcast 🎙️⚽🏢 On this week's episode... Why you will have to overpay in May! A...
Jun 02, 2025•1 hr 6 min•Season 5Ep. 30
Bradford have done it! The Hard Truth Derby is booked in for next week and it's time for Posh to look ahead to a busy summer. Phil joins us live from a car park in LA as he basks in the glory of Bradford's last minute win to gain promotion. Peterborough United Chairman Darragh MacAnthony and Bradford City supporter Philip Ideson are giving insight on the "Hard Truths" behind the football industry via this weekly podcast 🎙️⚽🏢 On this week's episode... Bradford are promoted! What will League 1 l...
May 07, 2025•50 min•Season 5Ep. 29
It's the final stretch in the EFL season but who are the winners and losers? Darragh and Phil read through the big winners at the EFL Awards and we find out some of Posh's plans for summer! Peterborough United Chairman Darragh MacAnthony and Bradford City supporter Philip Ideson are giving insight on the "Hard Truths" behind the football industry via this weekly podcast 🎙️⚽🏢 On this week's episode... Can Bradford FINALLY get a promotion from League 2? Who were the big winners at the EFL Awards...
Apr 30, 2025•56 min•Season 5Ep. 28
It's getting to the business end of the season but it's the summer that Darragh is concentrating on now after Posh secure their League 1 safety... however, League 1 obscurity is a position that Phil is dreaming of as Bradford hope to stumble over the line and gain promotion from League 2. Peterborough United Chairman Darragh MacAnthony and Bradford City supporter Philip Ideson are giving insight on the "Hard Truths" behind the football industry via this weekly podcast 🎙️⚽🏢 On this week's episo...
Apr 24, 2025•57 min•Season 5Ep. 27
Well, well, well... Posh upset the odds to beat Birmingham in the EFL Trophy at Wembley. Darragh joins us the day after to discuss a record breaking day for Peterborough United. Peterborough United Chairman Darragh MacAnthony and Bradford City supporter Philip Ideson are giving insight on the "Hard Truths" behind the football industry via this weekly podcast 🎙️⚽🏢 On this week's episode... Posh are EFL Trophy champions... again! Why Darragh believed Posh would upset the odds Bradford lose 5-4 i...
Apr 15, 2025•46 min•Season 5Ep. 26
Posh are on the road to Wembley but it's been a very bumpy one with 2 defeats in a week, including against local rivals Northampton. Bradford win to get their promotion hunt back on track and Darragh goes into detail about managing cash flow across the year. Peterborough United Chairman Darragh MacAnthony and Bradford City supporter Philip Ideson are giving insight on the "Hard Truths" behind the football industry via this weekly podcast 🎙️⚽🏢 On this week's episode... Posh lose to Northampton ...
Apr 10, 2025•54 min•Season 5Ep. 25
A bumper episode of The Hard Truth after an exciting few games on the pitch for Posh. It's also been a busy week off the pitch with club's releasing their annual financial reports and we've had plenty of questions for Darragh from the listeners! Peterborough United Chairman Darragh MacAnthony and Bradford City supporter Philip Ideson are giving insight on the "Hard Truths" behind the football industry via this weekly podcast 🎙️⚽🏢 On this week's episode... Exciting Posh are back! Have Bradford ...
Apr 04, 2025•1 hr 1 min•Season 5Ep. 24
What a birthday weekend for Darragh... and impressive 3-0 win for Posh against Charlton and then seeing that Phil's Bradford won 4-1 in front of a record crowd in Yorkshire. Time to strap yourselves in for a very positive episode of The Hard Truth! Peterborough United Chairman Darragh MacAnthony and Bradford City supporter Philip Ideson are giving insight on the "Hard Truths" behind the football industry via this weekly podcast 🎙️⚽🏢 On this week's episode... Posh are back! Bradford smash in-fo...
Mar 26, 2025•46 min•Season 5Ep. 23
The world of football has raised a smile for Newcastle fans after winning the Carabao Cup... but what does defeat tell us about Liverpool?! Darragh explains what it all means for his boyhood club and celebrates a derby win for Posh at Cambridge. Peterborough United Chairman Darragh MacAnthony and Bradford City supporter Philip Ideson are giving insight on the "Hard Truths" behind the football industry via this weekly podcast 🎙️⚽🏢 On this week's episode... Newcastle win the Carabao Cup Do Liver...
Mar 19, 2025•56 min•Season 5Ep. 22
It's been a week of dreams that could be found in a Disney movie for Darragh and potential excitement for Phil. Posh are heading back to Wembley and Bradford make a few steps closer to promotion from League 2. Peterborough United Chairman Darragh MacAnthony and Bradford City supporter Philip Ideson are giving insight on the "Hard Truths" behind the football industry via this weekly podcast 🎙️⚽🏢 On this week's episode... Posh are off the Wembley... again Are Posh back to the form of old? Could ...
Mar 05, 2025•53 min•Season 5Ep. 21
It's a Posh/Bradford win double... but it's time to celebrate the incredible won that Phil's City have been on that has put them on the cusp of the League 2 promotion places! Peterborough United Chairman Darragh MacAnthony and Bradford City supporter Philip Ideson are giving insight on the "Hard Truths" behind the football industry via this weekly podcast 🎙️⚽🏢 On this week's episode... Posh get impressive win at Huddersfield Why Darren Ferguson continues to be the man for Posh Celebrating Brad...
Feb 26, 2025•56 min•Season 5Ep. 1
It's time to catch up after a few weeks away and differing form for Peterborough and Bradford... Darragh is encouraging his Posh side to get back to doing what they do best! Peterborough United Chairman Darragh MacAnthony and Bradford City supporter Philip Ideson are giving insight on the "Hard Truths" behind the football industry via this weekly podcast 🎙️⚽🏢 On this week's episode... Posh's struggles away from home Why Darragh is worried about relegation Bradford's great form continues Why cl...
Feb 19, 2025•51 min•Season 5Ep. 19
As Deadline Day approaches Darragh is making plans and he'll be a lot more cheery after Posh won against Wigan in midweek... but Posh's form is nothing to Bradford'd run which has put them in 3rd. Peterborough United Chairman Darragh MacAnthony and Bradford City supporter Philip Ideson are giving insight on the "Hard Truths" behind the football industry via this weekly podcast 🎙️⚽🏢 On this week's episode... David Coote interview reaction Darragh's reaction to the Lincoln defeat Is this the tim...
Jan 30, 2025•56 min•Season 5Ep. 18
Darragh has been under the weather this week but it hasn't stopped Posh making moves in the transfer window. Darragh also discusses the recent 'brand evaluation' at Peterborough United and Phil is on cloud 9 after Bradford's recent run of results! Peterborough United Chairman Darragh MacAnthony and Bradford City supporter Philip Ideson are giving insight on the "Hard Truths" behind the football industry via this weekly podcast 🎙️⚽🏢 On this week's episode... Are Posh set for a new badge? Has so...
Jan 22, 2025•48 min•Season 5Ep. 17
There's been a lack of Christmas cheer around Posh this festive period as Peterborough only gain 1 point from 4 games but Darragh is determined his side can put things right before the end of the season! Peterborough United Chairman Darragh MacAnthony and Bradford City supporter Philip Ideson are giving insight on the "Hard Truths" behind the football industry via this weekly podcast 🎙️⚽🏢 On this week's episode... Reviewing Posh's difficult Christmas It's been a busy start to the transfer wind...
Jan 08, 2025•47 min•Season 5Ep. 16
It's been an improved week for both Peterborough United and Bradford City as both teams win in the league and cup... however, it's much different for Pep Guardiola as Manchester City lose again! Peterborough United Chairman Darragh MacAnthony and Bradford City supporter Philip Ideson are giving insight on the "Hard Truths" behind the football industry via this weekly podcast 🎙️⚽🏢 On this week's episode... Posh win twice in a week in league and cup How Posh players rallied around James Dornelly...
Dec 19, 2024•24 min•Season 5Ep. 15
It's been a tough week for Darragh and Posh fans after 2 defeats and the news that the Everton FA Cup tie is to be played on a Thursday night. Darragh & Phil jumped on a podcast to chat it all through and prove that they don't hide away when life is hard! Peterborough United Chairman Darragh MacAnthony and Bradford City supporter Philip Ideson are giving insight on the "Hard Truths" behind the football industry via this weekly podcast 🎙️⚽🏢 On this week's episode... The FA move Posh's FA Cu...
Dec 10, 2024•40 min•Season 5Ep. 14
Ticket prices have been on everyone's lips this week but what does an actual football club owner think?! Darragh and Phil are back to chat about the big football topics! Peterborough United Chairman Darragh MacAnthony and Bradford City supporter Philip Ideson are giving insight on the "Hard Truths" behind the football industry via this weekly podcast 🎙️⚽🏢 On this week's episode... Ticket Price hike Posh draw Everton in the cup? How will Ruud Van Nistelrooy do at Leicester? and much more!...
Dec 04, 2024•55 min•Season 5Ep. 13
The budget is out but how will it affect EFL football clubs? Posh turn Cambridgeshire blue (again) and Liverpool go 5 points clear at the top of the Premier League! Peterborough United Chairman Darragh MacAnthony and Bradford City supporter Philip Ideson are giving insight on the "Hard Truths" behind the football industry via this weekly podcast 🎙️⚽🏢 On this week's episode... Respect for Remembrance Day Has the government's budget disrupted football? Posh beat Cambridge 6-1 Why do Brighton kee...
Nov 13, 2024•54 min•Season 5Ep. 12
Halloween may have been last week but there's spooky goings on in Peterborough's FA Cup game with a controversial 'ghost goal'. Darragh and Phil also analyse Manchester United's new manager and Real Madrid boycotting the Ballon D'or! Peterborough United Chairman Darragh MacAnthony and Bradford City supporter Philip Ideson are giving insight on the "Hard Truths" behind the football industry via this weekly podcast 🎙️⚽🏢 On this week's episode... Posh win despite 'ghost goal' Bradford also throug...
Nov 06, 2024•56 min•Season 5Ep. 11
Darragh has a lot to get off his chest after Posh controversially lost at Bolton Wanderers and Manchester United finally sack Erik Ten Hag but where do INEOS take the club from here? It's another packed episode of The Hard Truth! Peterborough United Chairman Darragh MacAnthony and Bradford City supporter Philip Ideson are giving insight on the "Hard Truths" behind the football industry via this weekly podcast 🎙️⚽🏢 On this week's episode... Manchester United sack Erik Ten Hag Posh lose thanks t...
Oct 30, 2024•57 min•Season 5Ep. 10
England have a new football manager... but will Thomas Tuchel be the right choice? Posh face Steve Evans's Rotherham United and Darragh has his say on Sky Sports's EFL pundits. Peterborough United Chairman Darragh MacAnthony and Bradford City supporter Philip Ideson are giving insight on the "Hard Truths" behind the football industry via this weekly podcast 🎙️⚽🏢 On this week's episode... Who would Darragh hire as England manager? Will Thomas Tuchel be the right man for England? Steve Evans bei...
Oct 16, 2024•58 min•Season 5Ep. 9
There's lots to talk about following Peterborough United's defeat at Birmingham City, is Erik Ten Hag's time up at Manchester United and does anyone actually care about the Club World Cup? Peterborough United Chairman Darragh MacAnthony and Bradford City supporter Philip Ideson are giving insight on the "Hard Truths" behind the football industry via this weekly podcast 🎙️⚽🏢 On this week's episode... Welsh EFL clubs want to play in Europe Posh have an eventful weekend in Birmingham What's happe...
Oct 01, 2024•56 min•Season 5Ep. 8
What would Darragh do if we was in AFC Wimbledon's situation... and what's his thoughts on Premier League players threatening to strike over workload? Plenty to discuss on this episode of The Hard Truth! Peterborough United Chairman Darragh MacAnthony and Bradford City supporter Philip Ideson are giving insight on the "Hard Truths" behind the football industry via this weekly podcast 🎙️⚽🏢 On this week's episode... AFC Wimbledon pitch nightmares Premier League players threaten to strike! Posh b...
Sep 24, 2024•1 hr 4 min•Season 5Ep. 7
It's Darragh's Posh anniversary so he's in a reflective mood... and the Champions League is back but not as we know it, will the format changes be a good league for the competition? Peterborough United Chairman Darragh MacAnthony and Bradford City supporter Philip Ideson are giving insight on the "Hard Truths" behind the football industry via this weekly podcast 🎙️⚽🏢 On this week's episode... Darragh's Posh anniversary! A change in formation for Posh? Bradford frustrated at Walsall! The Champi...
Sep 18, 2024•1 hr 2 min•Season 5Ep. 6
The transfer window has now been and gone but what happens on the inside whilst the rest of the country is watching TV? Peterborough United Chairman Darragh MacAnthony and Bradford City supporter Philip Ideson are giving insight on the "Hard Truths" behind the football industry via this weekly podcast 🎙️⚽🏢 On this week's episode... What went on at Posh on Deadline Day? How to make a bid for a player Leicester City escape PSR punishment! Salah not offered new Liverpool deal! What does Darragh l...
Sep 04, 2024•1 hr 2 min•Season 13Ep. 1
As it's still early in the season, Darragh explains the cash flow and budgeting side of owning a football club. Do clubs add potential transfer add ons into their yearly budget? Peterborough might have to after another former player moves to the Premier League! Peterborough United Chairman Darragh MacAnthony and Bradford City supporter Philip Ideson are giving insight on the "Hard Truths" behind the football industry via this weekly podcast 🎙️⚽🏢 On this week's episode... Why wins are important...
Aug 21, 2024•1 hr 1 min•Season 5Ep. 4
The football season has finally kicked off and it's been a mixed start for Posh and Bradford, 2 defeats for Darragh's Peterborough but it's the players in the treatment room that are the biggest concern! Peterborough United Chairman Darragh MacAnthony and Bradford City supporter Philip Ideson are giving insight on the "Hard Truths" behind the football industry via this weekly podcast 🎙️⚽🏢 On this week's episode... Reaction to Posh's injury concerns How it impacts the transfer window Bradford w...
Aug 14, 2024•1 hr•Season 5Ep. 3
The time for talking is over and the new EFL season is just days away... we take a deep dive into Posh and Bradford's summers as well as previewing the top 4 leagues! Peterborough United Chairman Darragh MacAnthony and Bradford City supporter Philip Ideson are giving insight on the "Hard Truths" behind the football industry via this weekly podcast 🎙️⚽🏢 On this week's episode... The time for talking is over Posh's summer transfers A new contract for a Posh star! Can Bradford finally get promote...
Aug 07, 2024•58 min•Season 5Ep. 1
Darragh and Phil are back for a new season and we're kicking off with a catch up on what's been happening in the close season. As usual with Posh... there's lots to talk about on incomings and outgoings in the transfer market! Peterborough United Chairman Darragh MacAnthony and Bradford City supporter Philip Ideson are giving insight on the "Hard Truths" behind the football industry via this weekly podcast 🎙️⚽🏢 On this week's episode... Ins and Outs at Posh What Birmingham's spending means for...
Jul 29, 2024•53 min•Season 5Ep. 1
