The Bit O'Red Podcast

Two drab draws have left The Bit O'Red in seventh position with 11 games played. In Episode 131, Ronan, Gerry, Conor and debutant Fionn discuss the 1-1 with Dundalk and Monday night's stalemate against Galway. The lads also look ahead to Friday's tough away assignment at Weavers Park to take on Drogheda United. Thanks as alway to our sponsors The White Hag Brewing Company.

A defeat at the hands of The Hoops has left The Bit O'Red with two defeats on the bounce for the first time this season. In Episode 130, Ronan, Gerry and Magoo dissect Friday's 3-0 loss and are left with some questions to answer. Ahead of a busy weekend, the lads look ahead to Friday's visit of Dundalk before The Tribesmen roll into town on Monday. Thanks as always to our sponsors The White Hag Br...

Despite no game to report on, it was still a busy week for The Bit O'Red with continued fundraising efforts taking place. Storm Kathleen may have delayed the visit of The Tribesmen but a fresh breeze blows in FIFA-registered agent Kalkeren Kieran of Quorum Sports gives a unique insight into the world of football agency and their day-to-day role. Ronan, Gerry, Magoo and Shaun look ahead to Friday's...

From such a promising beginning to the bank holiday weekend, things took a turn in the capital. An excellent win on the road was met with a contrasting listless defeat to St Pats. What caused the turnaround and what about the mounting injuries? With Galway on the horizon, a makeshift back 5 including Brushy in goal will likely see John Caufield rubbing his hands together with glee. Shaun, Gerry, R...

Fresh off his debut last time out against Drogheda, Rovers' latest flying Dutchman Rein Smit joins the pod to discuss his career to date and how to pronounce his name! Ronan, Gerry and Shaun look ahead to a hectic Bank Holiday weekend with two away trips to the RSC and Richmond Park. Thanks as always to our sponsors The White Hag Brewing Company.

Gerry, Ronan, Shaun and Conor kick things off by comparing the opening six games of last season with this campaign to see what can be deduced. The underwhelming overall performance against Drogs, contrasts with 3 excellently created goals is discussed. Shaun applauds sound game management from John Russell. We got Sean from America and Ronan previews the womens All Ireland Cup fixture against Galw...

Another massive podcast this week, featuring Max Mata. Ref Rob Hennessey gets a mention as we look back on the points shared with Shams and ahead to Drogheda on Saturday. Max drops by to talk about how his move back to the Showgrounds came about, his respect for the people associated with the club and the positive changes he's seen since his return. Thanks to our sponsor The White Hag

BUMPER POD THIS WEEK! Shaun, Ronan, Gerry, Magoo and Conor don't dwell too long on the Shels defeat, go deep on the 5 goal route in Oriel, hear from new senior women's team manager Tommy Hewitt and check in with attacking midfielder Simon Power as he prepares to face his former employers in the Showgrounds this Saturday night, under the lights in the Showgrounds. As always, thanks to the White Hag...

As we head into March the lads talk about the busy schedule across the month, they look ahead to Shels in The Showgrounds on Friday and a trip to Oriel on Monday. And a bumper crowd showed up for the season's opening home game for Derry's visit on Saturday.

Club CEO Andrew Feakins drops by the pod to chat to the lads about his work in the Showgrounds to date and changes we can expect in the match day experience. Andrew also reveals how a medical condition has proven an emotional rollercoaster for him and his family. Shaun, Gerry, Ronan and Conor look back at the opening game of the season and Conor wants two or more goal from Ellis Chapman against De...

Episode 120 marks the start of the 2024 season for The Bit O'Red. Men's first-team manager John Russell checks in to discuss, learnings from 2023 season, expectations, new signings, potential further squad additions and departures. Ronan, Conor, Gerry, Shaun and Donal look into the crystal ball of 2024 and offer their (some outrageous) predictions. Thanks as always to our sponsors The White Hag Br...

It’s a new year, new faces, new expectations same BORST podcast. Shaun, Donal, Ronan, Gerry and Conor get together to sift through the new signings that have joined the club in recent weeks. The lads discuss the gaps that remain, where additions will be required and expectations for 2024. With no UCD and Cork City in the Premier Division, the lads look at what Galway and Waterford will bring to th...

The season may be over but the lads return for a special extended episode talking about all things finances. In Episode 118, Sligo Rovers secretary David Rowe checks in for an in-depth chat on the season gone by, answers your questions and looks ahead to the future. Ronan, Shaun, Gerry and Donal are also joined by Bohs fan and curator of the Financial Performance Blog, John O’Connor who gives a un...

The 2023 season may have concluded, but The Bit O'Red have much to ponder. In Episode 117, Ronan, Gerry, Shaun, Magoo and Donal look back on the season that was. The lads discuss 2023 and hand out a few unofficial awards in the process. We hear Shouts from the Shed End from across both The Irish Sea and The Atlantic! We even hear some poetry! Thanks as always to our sponsors, The White Hag Brewing...

Another dull and drab performance ensured a point and Premier Division survival for The Bit O'Red against Drogheda United. In Episode 116, Ronan, Gerry, Donal and Magoo look back on Saturday's game. The lads also discuss some prevalent topics including, to guard of honour or to not guard of honour? Thanks as always to our sponsors The White Hag Brewing Company

Two defeats in the space of four days have left The Bit O’Red nervously looking over their shoulder with two games remaining in the season. In Episode 115, Ronan, Gerry, Donal and Magoo look back on the defeats to Dundalk and St. Pat’s. The lads also look ahead to the last home game of the season against Drogheda United. Thanks as always to our sponsors The White Hag Brewing Company

The women’s cup semi-final didn’t go to plan but there was certainly a lot to be encouraged by. In Episode 114, Ronan, Gerry, Donal and Shaun look back on Saturday’s defeat with an alternative view. Following his appointment during the week, new club CEO Andrew Feakins checks in with the lads to outline what attracted him to the role. The lads also look ahead to two upcoming men’s games- at home t...

With the women's team set to face Athlone in the FAI Cup semi-final on Saturday, team manager Steve Feeney checks in ahead of the historic tie. The lads discuss the importance of the game both on and off the pitch. Thanks as always to our sponsors The White Hag Brewing Company.

Two wins in a row for the first time in over 12 months coupled with a Cork City capitulation has greatly eased The Bit O’Red relegation fears. In Episode 112, Ronan, Gerry, Donal, Shaun and David look back on Friday’s victory over Derry City. The lads also look ahead to Friday’s game away to Bohemians at Dalymount Park. Thanks to our sponsors The White Hag Brewing Company.

After suppressing the students, The Bit O’Red are six points clear of 9th place, albeit with a game in hand. In Episode 111, Ronan, Gerry, Donal and Shaun look back on Saturday’s win over UCD and look ahead to Friday’s visit of Derry City. Following their historic quarter-final victory over Bohemians on Saturday, team captain Emma Hansberry checks in to give her thoughts on Tuesday’s semi-final dr...

With no men’s league game to look back on, the lads talk to Sligo Rovers manager John Russell. In Episode 110, Ronan, Gerry and Shaun chat with The Bit O’Red boss about a range of topics. The lads discuss the club’s fight for Premier Division survival, player recruitment and setbacks. Thanks as always to our sponsors The White Hag Brewing Company.

A turgid Turners Cross display has left The Bit O'Red looking for answers. In Episode 109, Ronan, Gerry, Shaun and Donal look back on the 3-0 defeat. The lads also discuss the impact of recent results and questions that are being posed on and off the pitch. Thanks as always to our sponsors The White Hag Brewing Company.

Another defeat this time to Shelbourne has The Bit O’Red in a fraught and anxious mood. In Episode 108, Ronan, David, Donal and Gerry look back on Saturday’s defeat at The Showgrounds and what can be done to stop the rot. The Women’s team have lifted the spirits, however and the lads look forward to the next round of the FAI Cup following a Donegal demolition on Sunday. With a tough trip to Turner...

After a week's break the lads are back talking all things Bit O'Red! In Episode 107, Ronan, Gerry, Shaun and Donal look back on the league defeat to Dundalk. The lads also discuss two key departures from the club, both on and off the pitch. With Damien Duff coming to town on Saturday night, the lads look ahead to Shelbourne's visit to The Showgrounds as the men's team return to league action. Than...

A 2-0 defeat at home to St. Pat’s has left once again questions to be answered. In Episode 106, Ronan, Shaun, Donal and David discuss Friday night’s defeat and dissect another disappointing night. Ahead of his upcoming Testimonial game, club captain David Cawley checks in to look back on his Bit O’Red years past and present. With a trip to Oriel Park ahead, the lads look ahead to Friday’s game at...