Darragh MacAnthony

The Hard Truth - Inside the Football Industry with Darragh MacAnthony

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Having bought a professional football club Peterborough United aged 29 and been in the game for nearly 15 years Darragh shares his opinions on all things football as well as business discussion in this weekly podcast. Brutally honest, direct opinion and insight of what happens behind the scenes, not in the public eye in the frantically busy and ever-changing world of football. Hence the name of the podcast being “The Hard Truth”

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Darragh MacAnthony

Episodes

S2 E19: COVID's Causing Chaos 22.12.2021 59:33

Peterborough United Chairman Darragh MacAnthony and Bradford City supporter Philip Ideson give insight on the "Hard Truths" behind the football industry via this weekly podcast 🎙️⚽🏢 On this week's episode... - Posh poor away form continues - Posh's Boxing Day match cancelled - Why pundits should lay off unvaccinated players - Bradford's Bitcoin bid - What English football can learn from NFL - an...

S2 E18: Vaccine Passports 15.12.2021 1:01:39

Peterborough United Chairman Darragh MacAnthony and Bradford City supporter Philip Ideson give insight on the "Hard Truths" behind the football industry via this weekly podcast 🎙️⚽🏢 On this week's episode... - A welcome win for Posh - Bradford draw with 10 men - Darragh's thoughts on COVID passes in the EFL - Reaction to the Premier League weekend - Is there actually a transfer list? - and much...

S2 E17: Another Tough Week 08.12.2021 1:01:45

Peterborough United Chairman Darragh MacAnthony and Bradford City supporter Philip Ideson give insight on the "Hard Truths" behind the football industry via this weekly podcast 🎙️⚽🏢 On this week's episode... - Another defeat for Posh - What does Darragh think of the formation changes? - Managing the loan market - Thoughts on the Premier League weekend - Message to Charlie Wyke - and much more!

S2 EP16: Betting Your Left Nut 02.12.2021 55:31

Peterborough United Chairman Darragh MacAnthony and Bradford City supporter Philip Ideson give insight on the "Hard Truths" behind the football industry via this weekly podcast 🎙️⚽🏢 On this week's episode... - Darragh updates us on his hectic week - Are some of Posh's players not suited to the Championship? - Reacting to a bizarre post game rant from the Bradford boss - Why fans having a 'golden...

S2 EP15: All Fur Coat and No Knickers! 24.11.2021 1:00:29

Peterborough United Chairman Darragh MacAnthony and Bradford City supporter Philip Ideson give insight on the "Hard Truths" behind the football industry via this weekly podcast 🎙️⚽🏢 On this week's episode... - Bizarre goings on with Bradford in the FA Cup - Posh play well but lose at Stoke - Darren Ferguson signs a new contract - Where Man United show go next after Ole departure - How Derby woul...

S2 EP14: Naughty November 10.11.2021 51:58

Peterborough United Chairman Darragh MacAnthony and Bradford City supporter Philip Ideson give insight on the "Hard Truths" behind the football industry via this weekly podcast 🎙️⚽🏢 On this week's episode... - Posh need to remove their 'imposter syndrome' in the Championship - Why Posh need help from the council to build stadium - Bradford face a replay in FA Cup - Why Darragh considers Liverpoo...

S2 EP13: Take a Lickin' and Get Kickin' 03.11.2021 55:06

Peterborough United Chairman Darragh MacAnthony and Bradford City supporter Philip Ideson give insight on the "Hard Truths" behind the football industry via this weekly podcast 🎙️⚽🏢 On this week's episode... - Disappointment for Posh in Swansea - Bradford succumb to the 'dark arts' against Forest Green - The problem with Nuno at Spurs - Would Darragh ever sell a player to a rival? - Why don't mo...

S2 EP12: A Winning Weekend 27.10.2021 1:07:51

Peterborough United Chairman Darragh MacAnthony and Bradford City supporter Philip Ideson give insight on the "Hard Truths" behind the football industry via this weekly podcast 🎙️⚽🏢 On this week's episode... - Posh win twice in a week - Bradford pick up a big win at Swindon - What's going wrong at Man United, Norwich and Burnley? - Which EFL manager really impresses Darragh? - Defending Hull Cit...

S2 EP11: A Perfect Storm 20.10.2021 43:50

Peterborough United Chairman Darragh MacAnthony and Bradford City supporter Philip Ideson give insight on the "Hard Truths" behind the football industry via this weekly podcast 🎙️⚽🏢 On this week's episode... - Posh lose late on at Middlesbrough - Darragh reacts to fan criticism - What Darragh expects from Posh in the next month - Advice to the new Newcastle owners - and much more!

S2 EP10: A Challenging Week 06.10.2021 53:28

Peterborough United Chairman Darragh MacAnthony and Bradford City supporter Philip Ideson give insight on the "Hard Truths" behind the football industry via this weekly podcast 🎙️⚽🏢 On this week's episode... - Reaction to Posh's defeat to Bristol City - Why this next fortnight is huge for Peterborough! - Thoughts on Jonson Clarke-Harris's ban! - Bradford are back to winning ways! - Thoughts on t...

S2 EP9: Forget Tables, It's Performances! 29.09.2021 1:04:10

Peterborough United Chairman Darragh MacAnthony and Bradford City supporter Philip Ideson give insight on the "Hard Truths" behind the football industry via this weekly podcast 🎙️⚽🏢 On this week's episode... - Analysing Posh's defeat at Coventry! - Why the table doesn't matter at this stage of the season! - Stopping the "nonsense" at Bradford - What Manchester United need to change before they c...

S2 EP8: Posh's Big Win, Bradford's Missing Link and Derby County 22.09.2021 1:03:36

Peterborough United Chairman Darragh MacAnthony and Bradford City supporter Philip Ideson give insight on the "Hard Truths" behind the football industry via this weekly podcast 🎙️⚽🏢 On this week's episode... - Reflecting on a mixed week for Posh! - Is Phil the Bradford City jinx?! - Did Darragh agree with Mark Noble coming on for a penalty? - Reaction to Derby County in administration!  - H...

S2 EP7: Trust The Process! 15.09.2021 56:00

Peterborough United Chairman Darragh MacAnthony and Bradford City supporter Philip Ideson give insight on the "Hard Truths" behind the football industry via this weekly podcast 🎙️⚽🏢 On this week's episode... - Celebrating Emma Raducanu! - Reaction to Posh's 6-2 defeat to Sheffield United! - Gary Bowyer gets one over Bradford! - What is happening at Ipswich? - Do clubs make any money when they ta...

S2 EP6: It's Good To Be Home 08.09.2021 58:20

Peterborough United Chairman Darragh MacAnthony and Bradford City supporter Philip Ideson give insight on the "Hard Truths" behind the football industry via this weekly podcast 🎙️⚽🏢 On this week's episode... - Darragh is back in the States! - Phil is back at his spiritual home, Valley Parade! - Reflecting on the Transfer Window - Does good PR help managers get jobs? - Is Darragh right to defend...

S2 EP5: Transfer Deadline Special 31.08.2021 59:30

Peterborough United Chairman Darragh MacAnthony and Bradford City supporter Philip Ideson give insight on the "Hard Truths" behind the football industry via this weekly podcast 🎙️⚽🏢 On this week's episode... - Darragh gives us the inside track on what happens on transfer deadline day - Posh lose to West Brom - Phil bemoans Bradford's defeat at Leyton Orient - Why Darragh thinks Man United brough...

S2 EP4: Football's a Beautiful Game 25.08.2021 56:22

Peterborough United Chairman Darragh MacAnthony and Bradford City supporter Philip Ideson give insight on the "Hard Truths" behind the football industry via this weekly podcast 🎙️⚽🏢 On this week's episode... - Phil is happy with Bradford's start to the season! - Posh lose but Darragh says 'trust the process'! - Darragh isn't finished in the transfer market! - Liverpool, Arsenal, Harry Kane and m...

S2 EP3: Late Late Drama 18.08.2021 58:35

Peterborough United Chairman Darragh MacAnthony and Bradford City supporter Philip Ideson give insight on the "Hard Truths" behind the football industry via this weekly podcast 🎙️⚽🏢  On this week's episode...  - Posh beat 'Wayne Rooney's Derby'! - Bradford also win late on at their first match back at home with fans! - Premier League opening day reaction - Which teams impressed Darragh...

S2 EP2: Darragh, Phil and Special Guest Ryan Sparks! 11.08.2021 1:05:51

Peterborough United Chairman Darragh MacAnthony and Bradford City supporter Philip Ideson give insight on the "Hard Truths" behind the football industry via this weekly podcast 🎙️⚽🏢  On this week's episode...  - Bradford City CEO Ryan Sparks talks about a new era at the club  - Darragh looks back at a miserable opening day for Posh!  - What attracted Bradford to Derek Adams?&...

S2 EP1: Football is back! 04.08.2021 1:01:36

Peterborough United Chairman Darragh MacAnthony and Bradford City supporter Philip Ideson give insight on the "Hard Truths" behind the football industry via this weekly podcast 🎙️⚽🏢  On this week's episode...  Football is back!  Darragh looks ahead to Championship football with Posh!  Pre-season as a football club owner! EFL predictions!  Is this the season Bradford esca...

EP54: The Season Finale 02.06.2021 55:17

Peterborough United Chairman Darragh MacAnthony and Bradford City supporter Philip Ideson give insight on the "Hard Truths" behind the football industry via this weekly podcast 🎙️⚽🏢 On this week's episode... Contracts, targeting players and preparing for the Championship Would Derek Adams be the right man for Bradford? Ivan Toney is in the Premier League Why Darragh is glad that Posh are out of...

EP53: Posh end on a high, Bradford sack their managers and Derby County face repercussions 12.05.2021 55:34

Peterborough United Chairman Darragh MacAnthony and Bradford City supporter Philip Ideson give insight on the "Hard Truths" behind the football industry via this weekly podcast 🎙️⚽🏢 On this week's episode... Posh end the season on a high Why you should persevere with your formation Bradford have hit the reset button... what next? Which manager does Darragh think will get Bradford out of League 2...

EP52: We Are Going Up! 05.05.2021 41:08

Peterborough United Chairman Darragh MacAnthony and Bradford City supporter Philip Ideson give insight on the "Hard Truths" behind the football industry via this weekly podcast 🎙️⚽🏢 On this week's episode... The Posh are going up! Darragh looks back on a crazy week! That penalty against Lincoln! What needs to be planned for The Championship? What is Darragh looking forward to the most about The...

EP50: The European Super League 21.04.2021 49:56

Peterborough United Chairman Darragh MacAnthony and Bradford City supporter Philip Ideson give insight on the "Hard Truths" behind the football industry via this weekly podcast 🎙️⚽🏢 On this week's episode... - Posh push towards promotion - Bradford stutter in the hunt for a Play-Off spot - The European Super League is announced - What does the ESL mean for the rest of football? - Mourinho sacked...

EP49: Algorithms and Permutations 14.04.2021 43:25

Peterborough United Chairman Darragh MacAnthony and Bradford City supporter Philip Ideson give insight on the "Hard Truths" behind the football industry via this weekly podcast 🎙️⚽🏢 On this week's episode... - The season is coming to an exciting end for Posh and Bradford - Grimsby player attacks a teammate  - What is the emergency loan system? - How far can Leeds United go? - De Bruyne sign...

EP48: Easter Results, Vaccine Passports, Agent Fees and more! 07.04.2021 43:36

Peterborough United Chairman Darragh MacAnthony and Bradford City supporter Philip Ideson give insight on the "Hard Truths" behind the football industry via this weekly podcast 🎙️⚽🏢 On this week's episode... - Peterborough still in 2nd place after the Easter weekend - Bradford creep closer to the Play-Offs - Should fans need a vaccine passport to enter stadiums? - Crazy results are back in the P...