PLZ Football Podcast

Episode 728: Will Old Firm slip up again in title race?

Lee McCulloch, Alan Rough and Alison McConnell join Peter Martin as they look ahead to a pivitol weekend in the Scottish Premiership as the title race goes down to the wire and Livingston face the possibility of relegation in this round of fixtures. 

Episode 33: Will Celtic's defence kill their title hopes?

Peter Martin, Alison McConnell and Hugh MacDonald are joined by Graeme McGarry as they discuss who should be crowned Manager of the Year, how the title race will play out between Celtic and Rangers, as well as Scottish clubs' European hopes next season. 

Episode 727: What do footballers REALLY think of VAR? | The Football Show

Episode 727: What do footballers REALLY think of VAR? | The Football Show St Johnstone defender Ryan McGowan joins the panel to discuss this weekend's Scottish Cup semi-finals, Dundee United's all but return to the top division and what players REALLY think of VAR 

Women's Football Podcast: Are Celtic now SWPL title favourites?

Alison McConnell and Kerry Pollock are joined by Hamilton Accies manager Robert Watson to discuss the SWPL title race as Celtic and Rangers battle out an entriguing end to the season. 

Episode 726: Can Hearts or Aberdeen make the Scottish Cup Final? | The Football Show

Can Hearts or Aberdeen make the final? Also on The Football Show w/ Neil Lennon: Dundee 0-0 Rangers; Philippe Clement's Rangers team has 1 win in the last 5 matches; Brendan Rogers insists that Celtic won't "soften up" before the finish line at the end of the season; Steven Naismith reacts to Rangers dropping more points in the Scottish Premiership; Aberdeen FC believe the new manager Jimmy Thelin will give the team a lift ahead of their Scottish Cup semi-final; Scottish Cup semi-finals prev...

Episode 32: Is Jimmy Thelin the best choice for Aberdeen?

Women's Football Podcast: Will Old Firm derby decide SWPL title?

Kerry Pollock and Alison McConnell are joined by Hearts striker Kathleen McGovern as they look back on a massive win for Rangers over reigning champions Glasgow City. 

Episode 725: Do Rangers have mentality to win the title race?

Peter Martin is joined by Alan Rough, Lee McCulloch and Tam McManus as they look back on a pivitol weekend in the Scottish Premiership title race between Rangers and Celtic. 

Episode 724: Will Dundee be forced to move Rangers clash away from Dens Park?

Lee McCulloch, Tam McManus and Alan Rough join Peter Martin as they discuss the punishment faced by Dundee over the issue with the Dens Park pitch, the impact of the loss of Daizen Maeda to Celtic and Aberdeen's fury with the SFA over the use of VAR. 

Episode 31: Is Rangers boss Philippe Clement Manager of the Year?

Scottish Sun Chief Footballer Writer Robert Grieve joined Peter Martin and Hugh MacDonald as they discussed their picks for SPFL Manager of the Year, Dundee Utd returning to the top flight and the best Manchester United signing in the last 20 years. 

Women's Football Podcast: Is Pedro M Losa under pressure as Scotland boss?

Alison McConnell is joined by Blair Malloy and Motherwell manager Paul Brownlie as they discuss Scotland's EURO 2025 hopes, the SWPL title race and Fir Park playing host to Motherwell Women

Episode 723: Have Celtic got title edge over Rangers after Old Firm draw?

Neil Lennon joins Peter Martin, Alan Rough and Alison McConnell to look back on the weekend's fiery Old Firm derby, they discuss who is now favourite for the Scottish Premiership title and if Dundee should face any punishment over the Dens Park pitch. 

Episode 722: Is Old Firm derby the title decider?

Peter Martin is joined by Lee McCulloch, Alison McConnell and Alan Rough as they give their predictions for Sunday's Old Firm derby, the implications for the Scottish Premiership title, as well as looking at the rest of the weekend's league matches. 

Episode 30: Is Old Firm derby the title decider?

Peter Martin and Alison McConnell are joined by The Herald's Chief Sports Writer Matthew Lindsay as they look ahead to this week's Old Firm derby, they discuss how the new law will operate within football and the panel pick their top 5 Liverpool managers. 

Women's Football Podcast: Glasgow City losing title grip?

Alison McConnell and Kerry Pollock are joined by Suzanne Lappin on this week's episode of The Women's Football Show 

Episode 721: Who has the better squad: Celtic or Rangers?

Lee McCulloch, Alison McConnell and Alan Rough join Peter Martin as they look back on a big weekend in the title race as well as the relegation battle. The panel also discuss which side they think will come out on top in Sunday's Old Firm derby. 

Episode 720: Is increased Old Firm allocation a step in the right direction?

Peter Martin is joined by Alan Rough, Tam McManus and Lee McCulloch as they look ahead to the weekend's Scottish Premiership, who will come out on top in next week's Old Firm derby and what's next for Aberdeen on the managerial front. 

Episode 29: Where Scotland fans right to boo the team after defeat?

Peter Martin, Alison McConnell, Stephen McGowan and Hugh MacDonald discuss Scotland's current winless run, the fans reaction to the defeat to Northern Ireland and who deserves to start as Scotland's number one striker. 

Episode 20: Straight Talk with Tommy Johnson

Ex-Celtic striker Tommy Johnson joined Peter Martin to look back on his career that included massive success at the Hoops, his dream of playing for Newcastle Utd and who he would choose as his dream roadtrip guests. 

Women's Football Podcast: Can Rangers handle treble pressure?

Kerry Pollock and Alison McConnell are joined by Motherwell striker Bailley Collins to look back on the weekend's Sky Sports Cup Final with Rangers coming out on top, as well as ahead to the title run in between the SWPL's big three. 

Episode 719: Do Scotland have any genuine world class players?

Neil Lennon, Tam McManus and Alan Rough join Peter Martin as they look ahead back on Scotland's defeat to the Netherlands, ahead to the clash against Northern Ireland, as well as discussing the backlash surrounding the row over a Rangers badge covering the Hearts emblem in the dressing room during the Sky Sports Cup Final. 

Episode 718: Where does the class of '24 rank amongst the best ever Scotland teams?

Lee McCulloch, Tam McManus and Alan Rough join Peter Martin to look ahead to Scotland's clash with the Netherlands, as well as the VAR issues brought to attention by Motherwell, Borna Barisic's rumoured Rangers exit and Reo Hatate's Celtic return date. 

Episode 28: Would Steve Clarke swap Scotland for Celtic after the Euros?

Peter Martin is joined by Alison McConnell and Hugh MacDonald to discuss Scotland's chances at the Euros, what Steve Clarke's future might hold and which THREE managers will be the happiest at this stage of the season. 

Episode 19: Straight Talk with Darren Jackson

Darren Jackson talks about his career in Scottish football including Celtic, Newcastle United and internationally for Scotland.

Women's Football Podcast: Could Partick Thistle stun Rangers in Cup Final?

Kerry Pollock and Alison McConnell are joined by Partick Thistle's Emma Lawton ahead of Sunday's Sky Sports Cup Final against Rangers. 

Episode 717: Could Dundee suffer punishment over Rangers call off?

Neil Lennon, Tam McManus, Alan Rough and Peter Martin look back at the weekend's Scottish Premiership action, including the circumstances surrounding Dundee's postponed match against Rangers. 

Episode 716: Will a non-Old Firm player be crowned Player of the Year?

Lee McCulloch, Alan Rough and Tam McManus join Peter Martin as they look back on Rangers' Europa League exploits, they discuss Aberdeen's plight near the bottom of the table and they look ahead to the weekend's Scottish Premiership fixtures. 

Episode 27: What do we do about football hooligans in stadiums?

Daily Record Sports Writer Michael Gannon joins Peter Martin and Hugh MacDonald on this week's Journos to discuss strict liability, fans' behaviour in football grounds and who will be on the plane to Germany for Scotland. 

Women's Football Podcast: Hibs captain Joelle Murray calls out fixture list

Hibernian captain Joelle Murray joined Kerry Pollock and Alison McConnell to look back on the weekend's SWPL matches, as well as discussing how the overload of fixtures can increase the risk of injury to female players. 

Episode 715: Would Stephen Robinson quit St Mirren if Aberdeen came calling?

Motherwell manager Stuart Kettlewell joins Peter Martin, Alan Rough and Tam McManus on Monday's Football Show to discuss who could take over at Aberdeen, how Celtic can their title defence back on track, as well just how special Fir Park starlet Lennon Miller really is. 

Episode 714: Are Rangers favourites in Benfica tie?

Peter Martin, Alan Rough, Tam McManus and Alison McConnell look back on Rangers' Europa League exploits, as well ahead to this weekend's Scottish Cup Quarter-Finals. 

Episode 26: Should SFA simplify how VAR is being used in Scotland?

Herald Sports Writer Graeme McGarry joins Peter Martin and Alison McConnell on this week's Journos Show as they discuss how Scottish football can make VAR work for everyone. 

Episode 18: Straight Talk with Gerry McCabe

Ex-Scottish footballer Gerry McCabe sits down with Peter Martin to look back on his career.

Women's Football Podcast: Will Rangers win a domestic treble?

Kerry Pollock and Alison McConnell are joined by Hamilton Accies manager Robert Watson as they look back on the weekend's SWPL title race and ask the question; Will Rangers win a domestic treble? 

Episode 713: Do referees need more help with VAR?

Neil Lennon, Tam McManus, Alan Rough joined Peter Martin as they look back on the weekend's Scottish Premiership action as well as how the title race could pan out this season 

Episode 712: Are Aberdeen in a relegation fight this season?

Peter Martin is joined by Alan Rough, Tam McManus and Darren Jackson as they ask 'Are Aberdeen in a relegation fight' this season under Neil Warnock? 

Episode 25: How do you manage maverick players? | The Journos

How do you manage maverick players? Also on The Journos: Brendan Rogers "good girl" comment; David Moyes is rumoured to be leaving West Ham in the summer; Lennon Miller's development at Motherwell FC and how Callum McGregor compares to the best Celtic FC Captains.

Women's Football Podcast: Are Rangers still in title driving seat?

Motherwell manager Paul Brownlie joins Kerry Pollock and Alison McConnell on this week's Women's Football Show. 

Episode 711: Are Celtic papering over the cracks with Motherwell comeback?

Neil Lennon joins Peter Martin, Alan Rough and Tam McManus on Monday's Football Show. 

Episode 710: Will Rangers continue title charge against Hearts?

Peter Martin, Alan Rough, Tam McManus and Lee McCulloch discuss Rangers' title charge as they go into the weekend two points ahead of rivals Celtic. Will the Ibrox side finish the weekend ahead of the Hoops in the race for the Scottish Premiership title? 

Episode 24: What makes a top Rangers captain?

Peter Martin, Alison McConnell, Hugh MacDonald and Gordon Parks discuss what makes a top Rangers captain, where James Tavernier ranks among Ibrox greats and if Kylian Mbappe will win the Champions League with Real Madrid. 

Episode 17: Straight Talk with Nicholas McDonald

Nicholas McDonald sits down to chat with Peter Martin on his journey to fame which catapulted after becoming the runner-up in the 2013 edition of "The X Factor".

Women's Football Podcast: Will Ibrox fan ban damage the game?

Alison McConnell and Kerry Pollock are joined by Partick Thistle Women's coach Brian Graham as they discuss the weekend's Old Firm derby, which saw Celtic fans shut out of SWPL clash 

Episode 709: Are Rangers Now Title Favourites? | The Football Show

Are Rangers now title favourites for the Scottish Premiership? Subscribe to never miss The Football Show. Also on The Football Show: Philippe Clement hails Rangers' Tavernier goal-scoring record; Brendan Rogers admits angry Celtic fan reaction to Celtic 1 Kilmarnock 1 is warranted; Frank McAvennie questions the quality of Celtic players; Neil Warnock slams Aberdeen's defense against Hibs; St Johnstone 3 Rangers 0 reaction and much more.

Episode 708: Will Celtic sell Liel Abada this summer?

The panel look back on the weekend's midweek Scottish Premiership action as well as ahead to the weekend's fixtures as Celtic and Rangers battle for the title. 

Episode 23: Why do Celtic fans accept European failure?

Peter Martin, Alison McConnell, Hugh McDonald and Michael Grant discuss why Celtic fans accept European failure, how the Old Firm clubs can reach greater heights in Europe and how the title race could finish in Scotland. 

Episode 16: Straight Talk with Jim McInally

Wee delve into Jim McInally's journey, exploring his early days at Celtic, his pivotal role at Dundee United, and his memorable stints at various clubs across the UK and Ireland. We'll also highlight his managerial career, focusing on his strategies, leadership, and the legacy he leaves behind in Scottish football.

Women's Football Podcast: Will Old Firm test decide SWPL title?

Ex-Glasgow City midfielder Suzanne Lappin joined Kerry Pollock and Alison McConnell on this week's Women's Football Show to look back on the weekend's SWPL action, as well as ahead to this week's Old Firm derby at Ibrox. 

Episode 707: Stephen Robinson on being a modern day football manager

Stephen Robinson, Neil Lennon and Tam McManus join Peter Martin on The Football Show to look back on the weekend's Scottish Cup action, as well as how the title race between Celtic and Rangers is shaping up. 

Episode 706: Are constant rule changes ruining football? | The Football Show

Peter Martin is joined this week by Tam McMnaus and former top flight referee Stuart Dougal. The panel look back at the midweek Scottish Premiership fixtures and preview this weekend's Scottish Cup ties. Stuart also gives his expert opinion on the potential introduction of blue cards and gives us an insight into the life of a referee at the highest level.