Beyond Canal Park

In this episode we chew the fat over Scotland’s upcoming Playoff with Ukraine and a potential final with Wales in Cardiff. We look at potential starting line ups for the game and also forward to the Nation’s League encounters with Armenia and Ireland. John also challenges Brooky and James in a brand new feature. Play along while listening using the pictures provided on the Facebook post(in order)....

In a change to what we had hoped to bring and talk about to the show, we discuss the upcoming Scotland friendlies against Poland and the losers of the Austria/Wales semi final. We look at Steve Clarke’s squad selections, who might make debuts and who needs minutes over the 2 games. We discuss Hickey’s inclusion, Fraser’s exclusion and the merits of Bruce Anderson’s future selection! There’s the us...

In this episode we chat to 1999 Open Champion and Ryder Cup hero Paul Lawrie. He talks about growing up in the North East of Scotland dreaming of being a footballer. His change of path when turning pro at Banchory. Early tour memories, THAT Win at Carnoustie and the highs and lows of what followed. Ryder cup heroics and much much more!!

Peterhead manager Jim McInally joins me this week to talk through his career. We discuss Brian Clough, Jim McLean, playing in UEFA and Scottish cup finals for Dundee Utd as well as representing his country at a major tournament!

In this episode Nairn County assistant manager Mike Rae joins me for a chat through his career in the game. He talks about winning the Scottish cup with Dingwall before signing for Glasgow Rangers. He describes what it was like learning from Andy Goram and the tales of life working with Gazza, McCoist, Laudrup & co. He tells us about his involvement in the Jardel move falling through and also abou...

In this episode we delve deep into the successful and varied career of Eddie Wolecki Black! He talks to me about his time playing Junior & Senior football with the likes of Dundee St Joseph’s, Cowdenbeath and Montrose as well as an enjoyable spell in the Highland League with Deveronvale and Huntly. Eddie then recalls his coaching journey so far in the men’s and women’s game, titles with Lochee, ma...

In this weeks episode, I am joined by ex Huntly & Formartine defender Ross Campbell who chats to me about his time in the Highland League, winning the title with Huntly, lifting trophies at both clubs and lifts the lid on the off the field antics of the squad! He also talks about a brilliant year Stateside both on the football field and in the dorms! Ross of course also names the Best XI that he h...

In the second part of the Levi Stephen miniseries he talks to me about his time at Clydebank as well as spells with Montrose and Bon Accord. Levi tells us how a chance encounter with Billy & Scott Anderson led to a whirlwind adventure to Australia! Everything from dodgy club nights to killing Kangaroos included in this one, some football too!

In this 1st part of the Levi Stephen miniseries he chats about his incredible youth career growing up in Aberdeen, representing Scotland and being wanted by every top club in Britain. Levi also talks about the Highs & Lows of his time at Glasgow Rangers as well as trying to keep up with Durrant & McCoist in the pub!

In this episode I’m joined by Matthew Kinghorn who charts his life through a mixture of memories, poetry & music! He reflects on his time growing up playing football with friends as well as successful spells with Deveronside and Deveronvale. He shares his poetry and writing skills with us and also names the Best XI he played with.

I’m joined this week by the multi talented Ally Begg, who takes us through his life journey so far, From his days as an aspiring footballer to modelling and then onto music fame with Bad Boys Inc. He also talks about his work in Television with MUTV, Celtic TV, ESPN and BeIn Sports alongside some of the greats. Ally also has a new book out at the moment ‘Aberdeen European Nights’ and we discuss th...

I’m joined in the studio this week by current Buckie Thistle Director of Football Graeme Tallis. He talks about Buckie’s season ahead and the plans for the future of the club and the Highland League. We delve back into the stories of his playing career with Keith FC, Turriff United Buckie Rovers & Thistle, Forres Mechanics and of course the glory days of Deveronside! Graeme also names the Best XI...

We digest the World Cup play off draw and plot our route to Qatar in 2022. The lads give their analysis on our opponents and how we think the teams will line up. Nud joins us from the North Sea and brings an interesting stat pack. We also delve into the mailbag to answer some listeners questions.

John, Brooky & James celebrate and look back on an epic night at Hampden and ponder if it’s the best performance they’d ever seen by a Scotland team. We also discuss Adams’ shift leading line, Souttar’s redemption, McGinn’s buttocks, blind date doors on the train & Steve Clarke’s statue.

Join us as we are joined by Keith FC manager Craig Ewen, who fills in for Brooky on this one. We are also joined by Mike Smith for a cameo and to give him a shake down over his Nathan Paterson comments. We dissect the 2-0 win over Moldova and look ahead to the Denmark game.

Fraserburgh FC legend Charlie Duncan joins me this week to look back on an outstanding playing and managerial career in the Highland League with the Broch, Peterhead, Buckie and Inverness Thistle. He also chats about his time down south with Wimbledon and Crystal Palace and his time managing Highland League Selects. Charlie also names the Best XI he managed in his time at the Bellslea club!

Aston Villa great & Foggie loon Des Bremner chats to me about his playing days with Deveronvale, Hibs, Aston Villa, Birmingham City & Scotland. He describes how it feels to win not only the English 1st division but also the greatest club prize of all, the European cup!

This week I am joined by Cove Rangers coach Gary Hake who talks to me about his playing days, winning Highland league titles with Deveronvale & Buckie Thistle, being part of Paul Hartley’s backroom staff and names the Best XI he played with.

John, Brooky and James look back on a fantastic night at a capacity Hampden where Scotland finally put Israel to the sword. We are also joined for the second half of the show by Faroe Islands international, Odmar Færø who gives us an insight into the upcoming opposition and what we should expect from our trip to Torshavn.

Inverness Caledonian Thistle legend Charlie Christie joins me in the chair this week to look back on a stunning career in the Highlands. Winning the Highland League, the rise through the Scottish leagues and the Scottish cup shocks are all in here! Charlie also talks about his time at Celtic, and he also names the Best XI he played with.

In this episode of the Beyond Canal Park Podcast I am joined by local Macduff loon and current Elgin City defender, Matthew Cooper. Matty looks back on his youth days at Macduff Lions, Scotland Schoolboys experiences, youth teams at the Dons and SPL football at Inverness Caley Thistle. He also speaks at length about his time so far at Borough Briggs, and names the Best XI he has played with so far...

Huntly 5 in a Row hero, Eddie Copland joins me on the mic this week to talk through his long and illustrious career in the Scottish and Highland Leagues.

I’m joined as usual by John & Brooky as we dissect the MASSIVE away victory in Vienna which keeps our Qatar 2022 World Cup dreams alive.

Our analysis, highs and woes of following Scotland during Euro 2020. Last in the Euro Specials series. Featuring the final of Podmaster.

The buzz, the hope, the expectation, the nerves! It’s all real and it’s all right here. Recorded as John, Brooky & James prepare to travel South for the biggest game in 31 years, for once it’s in our own hands and We Can Do It!!!!