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...
Apr 30, 2024•59 min•Ep 12•Transcript available on Metacast 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....
Apr 24, 2024•58 min•Transcript available on Metacast 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....
Apr 16, 2024•1 hr 6 min•Transcript available on Metacast 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....
Apr 09, 2024•54 min•Ep 9•Transcript available on Metacast 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....
Apr 03, 2024•49 min•Transcript available on Metacast 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.
Mar 27, 2024•52 min•Transcript available on Metacast 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....
Mar 19, 2024•38 min•Transcript available on Metacast 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....
Mar 12, 2024•52 min•Transcript available on Metacast 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....
Mar 05, 2024•45 min•Transcript available on Metacast 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....
Feb 27, 2024•1 hr 1 min•Transcript available on Metacast 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....
Feb 20, 2024•1 hr 6 min•Transcript available on Metacast 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....
Feb 13, 2024•1 hr 8 min•Ep 1•Transcript available on Metacast 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....
Nov 15, 2023•1 hr 8 min•Transcript available on Metacast 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/p...
Nov 08, 2023•59 min•Transcript available on Metacast 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....
Nov 01, 2023•52 min•Transcript available on Metacast As the season draws to a close Simon and Kevin discuss the possible permutations as Derry City seek to secure a European spot but will they finish third in a two horse race as St Pat's gallop towards the line? We hear from Derry City boss Ruaidhri Higgins after a stalemate with Shelbourne and Ben Doherty looks ahead to his 100th Derry appearance at Turner's Cross this weekend. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information....
Oct 25, 2023•39 min•Transcript available on Metacast As Derry City prepare to return to action against Shelbourne at Brandywell needing a win to guarantee European football, Simon and Kevin are joined by Derry Academy coach John Quigg who gives an insight into the potential of the club and his hopes for the future. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Oct 18, 2023•55 min•Transcript available on Metacast After a stalemate in Drogheda, Simon and Kevin are resigned to reluctantly raise the white flag as Derry City's title race appears to have been run with three games to go. As we approach an international break, the pair discuss where it went wrong for the Candy Stripes and what needs to change for next season. Featuring interviews with Ruaidhri Higgins and Shane McEleney. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information....
Oct 11, 2023•1 hr 4 min•Transcript available on Metacast After a 6-0 demolition of UCD Simon and Kevin discuss the potential for Derry City to catch Shamrock Rovers with so few games remaining. Barry Molloy gives his thoughts on the title race and we hear from both Ruaidhri Higgins and Will Patching ahead of a huge clash against Drogheda. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information....
Oct 04, 2023•45 min•Transcript available on Metacast This week Simon and Kevin are joined by Derry City legend, 1997 league title winner Sean Hargan who gives his thoughts on the Candy Stripes' title charge and frustrating defeat in Sligo. Reminiscing about his well decorated 13 year career at his hometown club, Hargy talks referees, Stephen Kenny and why it's time for a new generation of Derry players to end a 26 years wait for a league title. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information....
Sep 27, 2023•38 min•Ep 32•Transcript available on Metacast Derry City's 1-1 draw with Shamrock Rovers felt like a defeat but Simon and Kevin reckon the title race isn't over just yet with six games to go. Featuring interviews with Ruaidhri Higgins, Stephen Bradley and Cameron McJannet, the lads discuss the ramifications of last Friday's result and look ahead to another huge clash this weekend as the Candy Stripes travel to Sligo Rovers. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information....
Sep 20, 2023•41 min•Transcript available on Metacast On the 30th episode of the season, Simon and Kevin are joined by League of Ireland treble winner and two-times Premier Division winner Liam Coyle who gives his thoughts on the titanic clash between heavyweights Derry City and Shamrock Rovers. The former City skipper explains why he thinks Ruaidhri Higgins' team can go on to dominate the LOI should they win that elusive league title this year. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information....
Sep 13, 2023•1 hr 18 min•Ep 30•Transcript available on Metacast Michael, Kevin and Simon discuss the weekend's pivotal victory over Dundalk which kept Derry City's title race alive. Featuring interviews from Ruaidhri Higgins and Dundalk boss Stephen O'Donnell. The lads also preview Derry's game in hand against UCD at the Belfield and take a look at the key games during the final games of the season plus we get an insight into Michael's pyjama collection. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information....
Sep 05, 2023•1 hr 4 min•Transcript available on Metacast On this week's edition Michael's loan spell is extended as he steps in for Simon who was reportedly last seen in heading in the direction of Muscle Beach. The 'Banbridge Bobby Charlton' discusses Derry City's title hopes after a storming draw at Dalymount where Kevin was forced into another late night in Dublin. The pair also look ahead to a huge clash at Oriel Park. Featuring interviews with Ruaidhri Higgins, Danny Mullen and Declan Devine. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more inform...
Aug 30, 2023•47 min•Transcript available on Metacast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Aug 23, 2023•39 min•Transcript available on Metacast City aim for European history and it’s happy 50th for Fats Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Aug 16, 2023•43 min•Transcript available on Metacast Simon and Kevin are joined by Derry City fan Stephen Barrett in Kazakhstan ahead of the Candy Stripes third round clash in Kostanay. The 'embarrassing' Brandywell Stadium predicament is also discussed as Derry face a home tie in Tallaght Stadium. Also featuring interviews with Ruaidhri Higgins and man of the moment Paul McMullan. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information....
Aug 09, 2023•53 min•Transcript available on Metacast On this week's episode Simon is joined by Kevin who is in Finland ahead of Derry City's Europa Conference League second round, second leg tie against KuPS. The pair predict how they feel the match will go and the possibilities of a third round trip to either Switzerland or Kazakhstan and the logistics involved. Also we hear from Derry boss Ruaidhri Higgins and KuPS manager Jani Honkavaara ahead of the big match. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information....
Aug 03, 2023•38 min•Transcript available on Metacast Simon and Kevin discuss Derry City's progression in the FAI Cup and a big draw against St Pat's. We also hear from KuPs manager Jani Honkavaarar who gives a detailed account of the Finnish club's preparation ahead of Thursday's European clash at Brandywell. Derry City skipper Patrick McEleney and Ben Doherty also give their thoughts on what is the biggest game of the season for the Candy Stripes so far! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information....
Jul 25, 2023•59 min•Transcript available on Metacast Ahead of the biggest game of Derry City's season, Simon and Kevin are joined by Gary Ferry from the Derry News to discuss the importance of progressing past HB Torshavn. We hear the thoughts of both Ruaidhri Higgins and HB Torshavn manager Jákup Joensen and discuss how the Brandywell attendance will play a major role in the outcome of Thursday night's match. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information....
Jul 19, 2023•35 min•Ep 22•Transcript available on Metacast 
