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Talking Derry City: Everywhere we go

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Talking all things Derry City, Journal sports reporter Simon Collins and Kevin McLaughlin discuss the latest goings-on in the Brandywell. Featuring special guests, behind the scenes gossip and lots more, join in the weekly conversation. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Jul 9, 2026

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Episodes

Big Brandywell cup clash - Alan Cawley calls it! 11.09.2024

League of Ireland title winner turned pundit Alan Cawley joins Simon and Kevin to discuss the title run-in, the recent lack of league rivalries and sticks his neck in the line to call the winner of Saturday's huge FAI Cup clash between Derry and Shelbourne at Brandywell. , Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Definitely Maybe We're Winning the League 04.09.2024

With Derry City enjoying the international break Simon and Kevin discuss last week's damaging result in Galway. Kevin - still buzzing from securing his Oasis tickets - gives his predictions (under duress) on how Derry's remaining league games will finish and the lads address some of the fans' concerns about the team's current form plus lots more. Also features an interview with Patrick McEleney. H...

Heads we win to go top! 28.08.2024

With Simon Collins still missing in action, Kevin McLaughlin and Michael Wilson pick through the pieces of a busy week at Brandywell that saw three new signings, two debuts, one departure and the small matter of Derry going top of the Premier Division table! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Sam's Yer Man in Cork! 21.08.2024

With Simon Collins sunning himself in Spain, Kevin McLaughlin is joined by Michael Wilson to look back on a tough cup win in Cork, a quarter-final draw against Shelbourne, potential new signings at Brandywell and the legacy of the late, great Jim McLaughlin. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Expect the Unexpected 13.08.2024

It's been a weekend of twists and turns which began with Derry City being held by troubled Dundalk at Brandywell. It looked like Derry's title challenge could fizzle out but a mere 72 hours later and both Shelbourne and Shamrock Rovers dropped points to hand Derry a reprieve. Simon and Kevin are joined by Michael Wilson to discuss the unpredictable nature of this season's title race and the implic...

Duff Luck for City in Tolka 07.08.2024

10 Man Derry were held by Shels at Tolka but the Candy Stripes can go top with victory over struggling Dundalk on Friday night. Simon and Kevin discuss the aftermath of that stalemate in Dublin, Damien Duff's huff with Higgins and how Brexit has hampered Derry City's summer transfer business plus lots more! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

McChrystal making his Mark at Derry City 31.07.2024

With Derry City enjoying an extended break Simon and Kevin discuss the lack of activity in the summer transfer window and build up to next Monday's title showdown with Shelbourne at Tolka Park. Featuring an exclusive interview with Derry City's new Technical Director Mark McChrystal and Ciaron 'Jackie' Harkin talks about his loan move to Coleraine and the reasons behind it. Hosted on Acast. See ac...

Derry City's FAI Cup Tonic 23.07.2024

It's been a tumultuous week for Derry City Football Club after a humbling by Bruno's Magpies in Europe and a morale-boosting performance and result against FAI Cup holders St Pat's. Trying to sum up the highs and lows of four crazy days following the Candy Stripes, Simon and Kevin discuss the dramatic turnaround in fortunes. Featuring interviews with Ruaidhri Higgins, Stephen Kenny and Michael Duf...

Between a Rock and a hard place 16.07.2024

After last week's disastrous result in Gibraltar, Simon and Kevin discuss Derry City's chances of redemption in the second leg at Brandywell, ticket prices and the return of Stephen Kenny to Brandywell in the FAI Cup. Featuring coverage from this week's Derry City press conference with Ruaidhri Higgins and Brian Maher. Also features an interview with Bruno's Magpies manager Nathan Rooney. Hosted o...

Let's all do the European Dance 10.07.2024

Ahead of Derry City's first European trip of 2024, Simon and Kevin discuss the Candy Stripes' chances of overcoming the challenge of Bruno's Magpies and the soaring heat in Gibraltar. Featuring interviews with Magpies Sporting Director Jansen Dalli and clips from Tuesday's press conference at Brandywell with Ruaidhri Higgins and Pat Hoban. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more informatio...

A Two Horse Race 03.07.2024

On this week's episode Simon and Kevin look back on a a big win over Drogheda and look ahead to Thursday's crunch clash with Sligo Rovers at the Showgrounds. Includes interview with Derry boss Ruaidhri Higgins from this week's pre-match press conference plus chats with Shane McEleney and Daniel Kelly. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jacob's a Cracker Signing for City 26.06.2024

On this week's episode Simon and Kevin discuss Derry City's transfer activity featuring interviews from Ruaidhri Higgins and new signing Jacob Davenport from this week's press conference at Brandywell. Kevin also gives us the lowdown on his upcoming trip to Gibraltar and a look ahead to the visit of Drogheda to Foyleside. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Ruaidhri Higgins and the Magpies 19.06.2024

On this week's episode Simon and Kevin discuss Derry City's last minute winner at Bohemians and what it means for this year's title race. Also the guys give their reaction to the Brandywell club's Uefa Conference League tie against Bruno's Magpies and much more. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Joe's Got Euro Goals 11.06.2024

0n this week's episode Kevin and Simon are joined by ex-Derry City midfielder and back-to-back Irish League title winner with Larne Joe Thomson who gives his views on Derry's title chances, an insight into Larne's top class facilities ahead of the club's preseason campaign and much more! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Waterford Down 05.06.2024

A morale-boosting 3-0 win over Waterford was soured by the injury sustained to Patrick McEleney. Simon and Kevin discuss the aftermath and feature interviews from Brian Maher, Pat Hoban and Paul Hegarty. The pair also look ahead to the visit of Galway to Brandywell as City look for back to back victories. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Patchwork Required 29.05.2024

On this week's episode Simon and Kevin discuss the 2-2 draw with Sligo Rovers and why Derry City can't seem to get going from the first whistle. Featuring interviews with Ruaidhri Higgins and Will Patching. The lads also look ahead to a must win clash against Dundalk at Oriel Park. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Simon's Roast and the car's toast 21.05.2024

Traffic jams, engine failure and a nightmare evening at the Applegreen, the weekend proved a disaster for Simon and Kevin but the pair can finally laugh it off and discuss a mixed bag for Derry City who spoiled the homecoming party for Stephen Kenny before losing out to champions Shamrock Rovers in Tallaght three days later. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Moore of the same please City! 14.05.2024

Simon and Kevin are joined on the show by special guest, award winning Derry City media officer Lawrence Moore who gives listeners an insight into what it's like dealing with Derry's 'unique' press entourage every week. He also talks about his working relationship with manager Ruaidhri Higgins and his predecessors and how he became involved with the club. The lads also look back on a brilliant las...

Shelshocked 07.05.2024

On this week's episode Simon and Kevin discuss Derry City's progress after the 1-1 draw against Shelbourne and look ahead to the visit of Bohemians. Featuring interviews with Damien Duff who claims Derry have double his budget, Ruaidhri Higgins who gives his assessment of the Brandywell club's latest performance and man of the match Paul McMullan. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more in...

My Name is Luka 30.04.2024

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 l...

Pat's the Way to Do It! 24.04.2024

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 fo...

Shoulda, Woulda, Coulda 16.04.2024

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/privac...

What bad Patch? 09.04.2024

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.

Light at the End of the Tolka Tunnel 03.04.2024

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.

Charlie McGlynn: Derry City's new dynamic 27.03.2024

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.

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