It's finally here! Callum and Dan are back in the studio for their 2023/24 Season Reviews for Aston Villa and Birmingham City. Join them as they give their thoughts on everything that went right this season for their teams (mainly a Villa section) and everything that didn't (basically everything with Blues), discussing their favourite games, goals,…

Ahead of their full end-of-season review, Dan and Callum have a quick catch-up on all the goings on in the Second City's football scene, including Chris Davies' arrival at Blues, and Villa's latest transfer dealings. However, we begin with a brief tribute to former Villa and Blues goalkeeper Matija Sarkic, who tragically passed away this week aged …

Someone get me a thermometer, I think I've got Euros fever! Callum and Dan temporarily detour away from Second City football as they look ahead to Euro 2024 in Germany, giving their thoughts and predictions on the runners and riders, whilst also looking back on some of their favourite memories from Euros of yesteryear. TIMESTAMPS 00:00 - Countdown …

We discuss Brendan Rodgers' and Ange Postecoglou's former assistant Chris Davies joining Blues as our new manager. RM Risk Management ⚠️ https://rmriskmanagement.co.uk FanHub 🏟️ https://faneconomy.app.link/imnnnBjv1Db Blues Focus 👓 https://linktr.ee/bluesfocus Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.…

With the domestic season done and dusted, Dan and Callum react to the latest news going on in the Second City, including Blues' search for Tony Mowbray's successor, Unai Emery's new Villa contract, and, elsewhere, Wayne Rooney's return to management. TIMESTAMPS 00:00 - Catch-Up 03:02 - What We’re Wearing (Aston Villa) 05:52 - What We’re Wearing (Bi…

We discuss Tony Mowbray's departure as Birmingham City manager. RM Risk Management ⚠️ https://rmriskmanagement.co.uk FanHub 🏟️ https://faneconomy.app.link/imnnnBjv1Db Blues Focus 👓 https://linktr.ee/bluesfocus Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This week on the SCP, Callum looks back on a huge week for Villa, which saw them both eliminated from this season's Europa Conference League, but also finally qualify for next season's UEFA Champions League. Meanwhile, Dan gives his thoughts on which players Blues should release and retain this summer following relegation, and elsewhere, the duo lo…

It’s been a chastening week in the Second City. After 13 years in the Championship, Blues finally ran out of luck and are confirmed to play their football in the third tier next season for the first time in 30 years. Whilst Dan dissects where it all went wrong, Callum looks at Villa’s surprise 4-2 Europa Conference League Semi-Final defeat to Olymp…

We spoke to fan channel representatives of all Championship clubs still with a chance of going down on Saturday. This was recorded like on the Blues Focus YouTube channel on Tuesday night. Birmingham City - https://twitter.com/bluesfocus Blackburn Rovers - https://twitter.com/brfcsdotcom Plymouth Argyle - https://twitter.com/ArgyleLife1886 Sheffiel…

We’re well in to the home straight for 23/24 — as Villa prepare for a huge European Semi-Final against Olympiacos, Blues prepare for their biggest match in years as they face Norwich on Survival Saturday. As well as discussing the weekend’s results, Dan and Callum talk Dion Sanderson, Unai Emery’s contract extension, spending caps and the Blues Wom…

Jon is joined by Sam to discuss the stalemate against Huddersfield and look ahead to the final day where Blues must find a way to win against Norwich City. Keep Right On 💙 VOXI 📱 https://join.voxi.co.uk/LHNd5E FanHub 🏟️ https://faneconomy.app.link/imnnnBjv1Db Blues Focus 👓 https://linktr.ee/bluesfocus Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more…

Morale could not be more different on each side of the podcast. Whilst Villa reach a European Semi-Final and continue their charge towards a Champions League place, yet another poor performance for Blues sees them on the brink of relegation to League One for the first time in 30 years. Callum also discusses a significant new sponsorship deal for Vi…

The Second City Podcast returns in high spirits, as both Blues and Villa post some of their best results of their respective seasons as we hit the run-in. As well as previewing this week's games, Callum and Dan also discuss new stadiums, Blues Women, Lille fans and Sunjic's tears. 01:35 - What We’re Wearing (Birmingham City) 06:35 - What We’re Wear…

After a discussion on the Second City Podcast's trip to Wembley over the weekend, Dan and Callum react to a harrowing week for their respective teams, including Man City's demolition job on Villa and Blues' late heartbreak at Leicester & Villa's capitulation against Brentford. They then preview the upcoming double game week, including Villa's huge …

We discuss Blues' late defeat at the King Power against Leicester yesterday and where Blues go from here. Keep Right On 💙 VOXI 📱 https://join.voxi.co.uk/LHNd5E FanHub 🏟️ https://faneconomy.app.link/imnnnBjv1Db Blues Focus 👓 https://linktr.ee/bluesfocus Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.…

Dan and a jetlagged Callum give their takes on Gary Rowett's first two games since returning as Interim Manager at Blues, as well as Villa's welcoming of Wolves to Villa Park. They also discuss UB40, Ezri Konsa's Euros chances, a prospective new stadium and the games coming up this week. 02:39 - What We’re Wearing (Aston Villa) 04:58 - What We’re W…

We discuss the latest stadium rumours after the purchase of the Birmingham Wheels site was confirmed yesterday ahead of the second Open House meeting on April 9th. VOXI 📱https://join.voxi.co.uk/LHNd5E FanHub 🏟️ https://faneconomy.app.link/imnnnBjv1Db Blues Focus 👓 https://linktr.ee/bluesfocus Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more informat…

We discuss Gary Rowett's return to St. Andrew's. Also, we're joined by former Blues captain and legend Stephen Carr. VOXI 📱 https://join.voxi.co.uk/LHNd5E FanHub 🏟️ https://faneconomy.app.link/imnnnBjv1Db Blues Focus 👓 https://linktr.ee/bluesfocus Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.…

Just when you thought life at Birmingham City couldn't get any crazier, Dan and Callum react to the remarkable, hot off the press news that Gary Rowett is set to return to the club as their 87th manager of the season, in a last ditch attempt to fend off relegation. On the Villa front, Callum breaks down their triumphant night against Ajax and their…

We discuss Blues’ dismal 1-0 defeat to Middlesbrough mid week and we also look ahead to tomorrow's game against Watford. VOXI 📱https://join.voxi.co.uk/LHNd5E FanHub 🏟️ https://faneconomy.app.link/imnnnBjv1Db Blues Focus 👓 https://linktr.ee/bluesfocus Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.…

Times are tough and morale is low at Second City Towers as Callum and Dan react to a humbling week for both Blues and Villa. Midweek draws kept things somewhat positive before a disastrous weekend in the League for both sides. The duo then look ahead to the week coming up, as Blues look to secure their Championship future and as Villa look to progr…

Blues Focus 👓 https://linktr.ee/bluesfocus Join VOXI and receive a free £20 voucher📱https://join.voxi.co.uk/LHNd5E Sam is joined by Jay from That Millwall Podcast to preview Saturday's game against Millwall as Blues look to build on the point gained at Hull midweek. Jay gives us an insight into The Lions' current form, their season so far and his t…

We discuss Blues' late equaliser against Hull City and preview of our game on Saturday at The Den vs. Millwall. And everything else Blues related... VOXI 📱https://join.voxi.co.uk/LHNd5E FanHub 🏟️ https://faneconomy.app.link/imnnnBjv1Db Blues Focus 👓 https://linktr.ee/bluesfocus Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.…

Callum and Dan return to react to two breathless games involving the Second City clubs over the weekend, before previewing the huge double game week ahead, as Blues travel to Hull before a six-pointer against Millwall, and Villa return to Europe with their highly anticipated trip to Ajax, as well as welcoming Spurs to Villa Park in the race for the…

Blues Focus 👓 https://linktr.ee/bluesfocus Join VOXI and receive a free £20 voucher📱https://join.voxi.co.uk/LHNd5E Sam is joined by @footballmartin_ to preview Saturday's game against The Saints as Blues look to build on their recent home form. Martin gives us an insight into The Saints' current form, their season so far and his thoughts heading in…

Callum and Dan see out February by reflecting on Villa's thumping home win over Nottingham Forest, as well as Blues' trip to Ipswich, which marked the beginning of Mark Venus' time as interim manager. Callum also reacts to the news that Villa's next tie in the Europa Conference League will be a mouthwatering match-up against Ajax, and as the 23/24 …

Blues Focus 👓 https://linktr.ee/bluesfocus Join VOXI and receive a free £20 voucher📱https://join.voxi.co.uk/LHNd5E Sam is joined by Rossco from @KingsofAnglia to preview tomorrow's game against Ipswich which will be yet another sell out away end. Rossco gives us an insight into Town's current form, their season so far and his thoughts heading into …

Following a Blues club announcement this week, the Second City Podcast sends their best wishes to Tony Mowbray as he temporarily takes a step back from management for medical reasons. Following this, the duo reflect on Beirne's Austrian Alps survival story, numerous games gone-by in recent weeks for both Villa and Blues, Kevin Long's Blues exit, an…

Blues Focus 👓 https://linktr.ee/bluesfocus Sam is joined by Paddy from Roker Report to preview tomorrow's sold out game against Sunderland. Paddy gives us an insight into Sunderland's current form, their season so far and his thoughts heading into tomorrow's encounter. #BCFC #SAFC #BIRSUN Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.…

Blues Focus 👓 https://linktr.ee/bluesfocus Sam is joined by James to preview tomorrow evening's game against Sheffield Wednesday which is no doubt a huge game at the bottom of the Championship table. James gives us an insight into Wednesday's current form, their season so far and his thoughts heading into Friday night's encounter. #BCFC #SWFC #WEDB…

Steve Bruce is a figure well-known on both sides of the Second City, having played for Birmingham City in the 90s and later managed the club from 2001 to 2007, before managing Aston Villa from 2016 to 2018. His time at Blues saw two promotions and some of the most iconic top-flight memories in the club's history, and his time in B6 saw him guide Vi…

Tommy is joined by Sam to talk about the defeat to West Brom and to look ahead to Friday night's game against Sheffield Wednesday. Also, the lads are joined by Ellie Yates later in the show to touch on how the Women's side are doing lately. Blues Focus 👓 https://linktr.ee/bluesfocus VOXI 📱 https://join.voxi.co.uk/LHNd5E FanHub 🏟️ https://faneconomy…

As well as dissecting the FA Cup Fourth Round just gone, this week on the Second City Podcast, Callum and Dan discuss transfers, a very exciting new commercial agreement announcement at Blues, and the most famous former players and managers they've met in-person. The guys also look ahead to Villa's trip to Sheffield United and Blues' upcoming derby…

We discuss Blues' 3-0 defeat at the King Power yesterday to Leicester City, amongst other things... #AD VOXI 📱 https://join.voxi.co.uk/LHNd5E FanHub 🏟️ https://faneconomy.app.link/imnnnBjv1Db Blues Focus 👓 https://linktr.ee/bluesfocus Tommy 👱‍♂️ https://sites.google.com/view/tommykelsall solmanx 🎧 https://soundcloud.com/user-545761503-658167688 Hos…

Dan revels in a wonderful start to life for Tony Mowbray at Blues, giving his reaction to the FA Cup win against Hull and the victory in the Championship against Leicester. Following on from this and What We're Wearing, amidst a relatively quiet January transfer window, the duo brave the depths of footballing awfulness, the worst of the worst, and …

We discuss Blues' 2-1 victory yesterday over Stoke City at the bet365 stadium. #AD VOXI 📱 https://join.voxi.co.uk/LHNd5E FanHub 🏟️ https://faneconomy.app.link/imnnnBjv1Db Blues Focus 👓 https://linktr.ee/bluesfocus Tommy 👱‍♂️ https://sites.google.com/view/tommykelsall solmanx 🎧 https://soundcloud.com/user-545761503-658167688 Hosted on Acast. See aca…

Blues Focus 👓 https://linktr.ee/bluesfocus Kieran is joined by Mike from the Every Step Along The Way podcast to preview the game on Saturday against Stoke City which sees Tony Mowbray in the away dugout for the very first time. Mike gives us an insight into the Potters' current form, their season so far and his thoughts heading into Saturday's enc…

This week on the Blues Focus Podcast is the creator of the hit BBC drama Peaky Blinders, Steven Knight. Set in the hard-working city of Birmingham from 1919 to 1933, the show is easily one of the most stylish and iconic TV programs, starring multiple Hollywood celebrities including Cillian Murphy, Tom Hardy, and Adrien Brody to mention a few. In 20…

The Mowbray era has officially begun as Blues faced off against Swansea on Saturday. As well as giving their reaction to this, Callum and Dan take a look at Villa's frustrating away draw at Goodison Park, along with Villa's supposed new badge and upcoming Adidas kits, and the possible departure of Jordan James and the definite departure of John O'S…

Blues Focus 👓 https://linktr.ee/bluesfocus Kieran is joined by Luke from @swanscast to preview the game on Saturday against Swansea City which sees Tony Mowbray in the home dugout for the very first time. Luke gives us an insight into the Swans' current form under Luke Williams, their season so far and his thoughts heading into Saturday's encounter…

Episdoe 1 of my new podcast. Talking about the new appointment of Tony Mowbray

Callum and Dan are kept on their toes with the announcement this week that former West Brom, Celtic and Sunderland boss Tony Mowbray is the man to replace Wayne Rooney in B9. As well as reacting to this big news, they also discuss Villa's questionable new club badge, and react to the FA Cup 3rd Round just gone, as well as discussing some of their p…

83 days, 15 games and just 2 wins later, Wayne Rooney has left Birmingham City. The Emergency Podcast button is hit as Dan and Callum react to the huge news bringing in the New Year, as one of England’s all-time greatest players leaves as Birmingham’s shortest ever serving manager.By Second City Podcast

Listen as we drop an emergency pod to react to the dismissal of Wayne Rooney. VOXI 📱 https://join.voxi.co.uk/LHNd5E FanHub 🏟️ https://faneconomy.app.link/imnnnBjv1Db Blues Focus 👓 https://linktr.ee/bluesfocus Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Dan and Callum close out 2023 in style with the first ever in-person edition of the Second City Podcast. As well as 'What We're Wearing' and a quick look back on recent results, the duo reflect on 2023 for both Blues and Villa, and discuss their hopes and dreams for 2024. 03:30 - What We're Wearing 09:00 - Villa's Recent Results 13:19 - Recent Blue…

#AD VOXI📱https://join.voxi.co.uk/LHNd5E Blues Focus 👓 https://linktr.ee/bluesfocus Sam is Adonis from @BBCSport & @TheRoaringPeacock to preview the game on New Year's Day against Leeds United. Adonis gives us an insight into Leeds current form under Daniel Farke, their season so far and his thoughts heading into Monday's encounter. Follow Adonis - …

Sam is joined by Ben from @RobinsonTour to preview tomorrow's game under the lights as the pressure mounts on Wayne Rooney. Ben gives us an insight into Bristol's current form, season so far and his thoughts heading into this one. 🏟️ Download FanHub today and skip the queue - https://faneconomy.app.link/imnnnBjv1Db Blues Focus 👓 https://linktr.ee/b…

Sam is joined by Aaron from @ArgyleLife1886 to preview Saturday's game against Plymouth Argyle. Watch to get an insight into the Pilgrims' current form and season so far. #AD Download FanHub today and skip the queue - https://faneconomy.app.link/imnnnBjv1Db Blues Focus - https://linktr.ee/bluesfocus Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more i…

Christmas cheer is in full swing at Second City Towers. As Villa continue their formidable run, Callum looks at the very real prospect that they could be top of the table by Christmas. Meanwhile at Blues, Dan has more reason to be positive after a better week for Wayne Rooney's men. Timestamps: 03:22 - What We're Wearing 13:02 - Reaction to Blues' …

Sam is joined by Chris from @LeicesterTillIDieTV to preview Monday night's Wagatha Christie derby. Watch to get an insight into the Foxes' current form and season so far. #AD Download FanHub today and skip the queue - https://faneconomy.app.link/imnnnBjv1Db Blues Focus - https://linktr.ee/bluesfocus Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more i…