Let Me Be Frank Podcast

Joe Miller joins Frank McAvennie and Simon Houston for a brilliant conversation covering Celtic, Scotland and one very special announcement. Joe reveals exciting plans for his incredible football shirt collection and explains why now is the right time to share it with supporters. He and Frank also reflect on what it truly meant to wear the Hoops and why representing Celtic is about far more than j...

On this week’s Frankly Speaking, Frank McAvennie and Simon Houston discuss the latest Celtic, Rangers and Scottish football headlines. Macca claims Kelechi Iheanacho may already have signed on for another year, while also admitting he fears Callum McGregor could still be tempted by a move to Saudi Arabia. Frank also shuts down the idea of Lewis Ferguson joining Rangers, insisting it simply will no...

Scotland’s World Cup campaign is over, Steve Clarke has stepped down, and attention has already turned to the biggest decision Scottish football has faced in years. Joining Simon and Frank is former Scotland captain and World Cup veteran Roy Aitken, who knows exactly what it takes to represent the national team on the biggest stage. Roy reflects on where the tournament went wrong, the pressure of...

On this week’s Frankly Speaking, Frank McAvennie gives an emotional defence of Steve Clarke following Scotland’s World Cup exit and subsequent resignation. Frank believes Clarke has been unfairly criticised, arguing the Scotland manager was let down by players who failed to take their chances or defend when it mattered most. He also explains why he doesn’t believe Ange Postecoglou would be the ans...

This week on Let Me Be Frank, former Scotland striker Darren Jackson joins Frank and Simon for a brilliant trip through one of Scottish football’s most fascinating careers. Darren relives lining up against Brazil on the biggest stage of all at the 1998 World Cup and gives his verdict on Scotland’s chances against the five-time world champions this time round. He recalls breaking through alongside...

On this week’s Frankly Speaking, Frank McAvennie and Simon Houston tackle two of the biggest talking points in Scottish football. Is Dermot Desmond taking a more hands-on role in Celtic’s recruitment? With questions continuing over transfers and decision-making behind the scenes, Frank asks who’s really calling the shots at Parkhead. The discussion then turns to Scotland’s huge World Cup clash wit...

Charlie Nicholas joins Frank McAvennie and Simon Houston for a special episode of Let Me Be Frank. With Scotland’s World Cup hopes on the line, Charlie and Frank look ahead to the crucial clash with Morocco and debate the formation Steve Clarke should use as the national team chase a place in the knockout stages. The old friends also take a trip down memory lane, recalling their years together at...

On this week’s Frankly Speaking, Frank McAvennie and Simon Houston debate Scotland’s best way forward after the win over Haiti. Should Steve Clarke stick with Lawrence Shankland, or is it time to play Che Adams as a lone striker? Frank also explains why Scotland must find a way to get both Kieran Tierney and Andy Robertson into the same team. The discussion then turns to Rangers, where Derek McInn...

LIVE SHOW: Jackie McNamara joins Frank and Simon on Sunday 21st June at Peter Scarf Social Club, Linwood, with live music from Adelante 🍀 🎟️ Tickets👇 https://www.skiddle.com/whats-on/Paisley/Peter-Scarf-Social-Club/Let-Me-Be-Frank-Podcast/4246273 This week on Let Me Be Frank, Frank McAvennie and Simon Houston are joined by former Scotland striker Graeme Sharp. Sharp looks back on the heartbreak...

LIVE SHOW: Jackie McNamara joins Frank and Simon on Sunday 21st June at Peter Scarf Social Club, Linwood, with live music from Adelante 🍀 🎟️ Tickets👇 https://www.skiddle.com/whats-on/Paisley/Peter-Scarf-Social-Club/Let-Me-Be-Frank-Podcast/4246273 Martin O’Neill is reportedly heading back to Celtic Park, so why has there still been no official announcement? Frank McAvennie and Simon Houston discu...

🎙️ LIVE SHOW: Jackie McNamara joins Frank and Simon on Sunday 21st June at Peter Scarf Social Club, Linwood, with live music from Adelante 🍀 🎟️ Tickets👇 https://www.skiddle.com/e/42462736 This week on Let Me Be Frank, Frank McAvennie and Simon Houston are joined by Scottish football legend Alan Rough. One of Scotland's greatest-ever goalkeepers, Rough looks back on a remarkable career that saw h...

Frank and Simon tackle another huge week of football talking points. Frank gives his verdict on Lawrence Shankland's move to Rangers, backing him to score goals and even suggesting he should become the club's next captain. There's also a strong reaction to the Tyler Fletcher situation, discussion around rumours linking Robbie Keane with Celtic, and why Frank believes someone at Parkhead needs the...

🏆 We’ve been shortlisted for Spotify Listeners’ Choice at the Scottish Podcast Awards! If you enjoy the podcast and want to support us, we’d hugely appreciate your vote ❤️👇 https://scottishpodcastawards.scot/spotify-listeners-choice-shortlist/ 🎙️ LIVE SHOW: Jackie McNamara joins Frank and Simon on Sunday 21st June at Peter Scarf Social Club, Linwood, with live music from Adelante 🍀 🎟️ Tickets👇...

Paul McStay joins Frank McAvennie and Simon Houston for a special episode reflecting on Celtic’s famous centenary season and the spirit that drove the club to a historic double in 1988. Paul calls for that same unity once again as he urges supporters to back the Season Ticket Alliance and continue the togetherness that has always made Celtic special. Along the way, Paul and Frank relive unforgetta...

Frank and Simon react to a huge week of Celtic talking points following the title-winning campaign. Frank reveals who he wants as the next Celtic manager and explains why he believes Robbie Keane is not yet ready for the Parkhead job. There’s also debate around Lawrence Shankland’s move to Rangers, whether it’s the right signing, and how he’ll cope with the pressure at Ibrox after leaving Hearts....

Peter Grant joins Frank McAvennie and Simon Houston after Celtic’s incredible title triumph following one of the wildest races in years. With Martin O’Neill returning under huge pressure and somehow dragging Celtic over the line, the big question is raised: Was this actually a greater achievement than reaching Seville? The lads discuss how Celtic looked out of the race at one stage, how Hearts bec...

Celtic are champions after a dramatic final day victory over Hearts, and Frank and Simon react to all the title-winning chaos 🍀 Frank hails Martin O’Neill as “St Martin the Miracle Man”, joking he’ll personally take him to Rome to meet the Pope and get him a sainthood after somehow guiding Celtic to the title. The lads also discuss the pitch invasion scenes after the game, with Frank admitting if...

🏆 SHORTLISTED! Let Me Be Frank has been shortlisted for Spotify Listeners’ Choice at the Scottish Podcast Awards. If you’ve enjoyed the football, the stories, the guests and Frank talking over Simon for the last year or so, we’d genuinely love your vote ❤️ It only takes a minute and every vote really does matter. Vote here 👇 https://scottishpodcastawards.scot/spotify-listeners-choice-shortlist/...

Frank and Simon react after Celtic’s huge 3–1 win over Rangers completely changes the title picture. After weeks of doubting Celtic, Frank finally changes his mind after watching them tear Rangers apart and asks where this performance has been all season. With Rangers now officially out of the race, Celtic sit just one point behind Hearts with two games remaining… and a massive final-day clash sti...

Chris Morris joins Frank McAvennie and Simon Houston to relive one of the most iconic periods in Celtic’s history. The only ever-present player during the club’s historic centenary season, Chris shares brilliant stories from a title-winning campaign filled with unforgettable characters and moments. He also reflects on his international career with Ireland, including Italia 90, the European Champio...

Frank and Simon react after Hearts’ dramatic 2–1 win over Rangers in a huge weekend for the title race. Frank doesn’t hold back, claiming Rangers “weren’t giving it their all”… but believes they’ll turn up against Celtic. The lads debate what it means for the title race, with Frank backing Hearts to go all the way, while Simon believes Celtic will come out on top. Another lively Frankly Speaking p...

Derek Ferguson joins Frank McAvennie and Simon Houston to look ahead to one of the most dramatic weekends in Scottish football in years. The former Rangers and Hearts midfielder gives his predictions for Tynecastle and Easter Road… and they might just surprise you. There’s also discussion around what’s next for Lewis Ferguson, with Derek preparing to head out to Italy to watch his son in action. A...

Frank and Simon react to one of the most dramatic weekends in Scottish football in years. Celtic get the job done against Falkirk, Hearts leave it late to beat nine-man Hibs, and Rangers complete a stunning comeback from 2–0 down against Motherwell… only to lose it at the death. Frank can’t believe what he’s watching, calling it one of the most incredible title races in decades and even suggesting...

Mark McGhee joins Frank McAvennie and Simon Houston for one of the funniest and most entertaining chats yet, packed with brilliant stories from an outstanding football life. He looks back on his time with Frank during Celtic’s famous centenary double-winning season, sharing dressing-room memories and recalling some unforgettable characters from that era. Mark also relives Aberdeen’s European glory...

Frank reacts after Martin O’Neill took a swipe at him following their recent debate about Celtic’s style of play. The lads discuss whether O’Neill has actually reinforced Frank’s long-held view that Celtic can dominate games while still frustrating supporters at times. They also look at Celtic’s dramatic extra-time burst against St Mirren, with Kelechi Iheanacho suddenly emerging as a major weapon...