Best Scottish Referee Podcasts (2024)

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Ep 40 - What is going on with laws and law changes at World Rugby? 33:06

3M ago33:06

33:06

A walk through the law change proposals coming out of World Rugby in recent weeks. What is going on? What will actually change? And when? In today's episode, I will walk through where this law chat has come from, the importance of World Rugby's Shape of the Game meetings and all the elements that are flowing from that event held at the end of Febru…

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Mastering the Clock: Unraveling the Mysteries of Injury Time in SPFL - https://cryptocasino.ltd/ 20:29

8M ago20:29

20:29

In the latest episode of the "Get Involved Referee" podcast, host Lindsay Herron explores the intricacies of injury time allocation. The episode features an insightful discussion with ex-grade one referee Des Roache, focusing on the process and authority behind these crucial decisions. This topic is particularly relevant following recent comments b…

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Diving into Controversy: The Art of Deception in Football 26:09

9M ago26:09

26:09

This week on "Get Involved Referee," join Lindsay Herron and Steven Conroy as they delve into a recent incident where two players flagrantly tried to deceive officials for a penalty through blatant diving. They'll explore potential penalties to curb such behaviour in the future. The episode also questions the Scottish Football Association's decisio…

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Contentious Nod from Fourth Official to Rangers' Clement Sparks Debate in the Stands 38:33

9M ago38:33

38:33

Welcome to another episode of the "Get Involved Referee" podcast, where the beautiful game's most passionate debates meet the whistle's impartial perspective. This week, we're dissecting the pulsating drama of the League Cup semi-finals staged in the iconic Hampden Park. We also touch upon a contentious moment involving the fourth official, and Ran…

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Referee Reckoning: Beaton's Ibrox Call and Collum's VAR Rescue 28:22

10M ago28:22

28:22

Join former Grade One referees Steve Conroy and Des Roache as they delve into football officiating with unfiltered insights and candid discussions. This week on the Get Involved Referee Podcast, the duo breaks down Stevie Naismith's take on John Beaton's officiating at Ibrox. They also shine a critical light on Willie Collum's oversight of a red ca…

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Ep 39 - Refereeing tips if you're a 'coach with a whistle' 17:31

11M ago17:31

17:31

Today, I walk through some great tips for all those rugby coaches out there who have to take charge of a match as a referee. Are you a Coach with a Whistle (TM), rather than a rugby referee? Maybe you're a reluctant ref - a volunteer being thrust forward because you had too much to say during a match? Maybe you just didn't avoid eye contact quickly…

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Episode 38: Refereeing as a wheelchair user with MND - Graeme Bloom 36:07

1y ago36:07

36:07

Today, we're joined by Graeme Bloom - a unique person in the rugby refereeing community. Graeme's a keen supporter of match officials and, despite an MND diagnosis in 2019, he remains committed to staying involved in refereeing our great game. During the conversation we hear about his story and his ambitions to be a referee. We hear a little about …

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Episode 37 - Refereeing news update 45:33

1y ago45:33

45:33

Hi, Keith Lewis from RugbyReferee.net here with a general update on refereeing news! Plenty to chat about from the referees and refereeing world at the moment! In this episode, I walk through: 1) New formal Law clarification - grounding on a thing in in-goal 2) Law issues Loose ball brought to ground is classed as "held/holding" 2012 Clarification …

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Card Chaos and Penalty Perplexities 31:51

1+ y ago31:51

31:51

Welcome to "GET INVOLVED REFEREE," the podcast where we dive into the thrilling world of football officiating! In this episode, we unpack a wild match at St Mirren Park, filled with a crazy red card and an unfortunate penalty giveaway. We seem to be grappling with interpreting the "Clear and obvious" rule, and we discuss the challenges referees fac…

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Red Cards, Rangers and Referees 28:08

1+ y ago28:08

28:08

Welcome to the "Get Involved Referee" podcast. In this episode, we explore the concept of a "clear and obvious" red card and whether referees are getting it right. We also discuss the recent controversial incident where Rangers were not penalised despite a clear red card offence on Sunday. We ask whether this is a trend impacting the league's credi…

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Derby Drama: Rangers vs Celtic 20:40

1+ y ago20:40

20:40

Get ready for an action-packed episode of the Get Involved Referee as we dive into the highly anticipated Glasgow derby between Rangers and Celtic. First up, we're talking about Don Robertson's Derby debut, as he stood in for the injured Willie Collum. We'll analyse his performance and discuss whether he's ready for future high-profile games. But t…

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Red Card Controversy and Scottish Cup Showdown: All the Latest on 'Get Involved Referee'!" 40:23

1+ y ago40:23

40:23

In this episode, First up, we've got former Grade 1 referees Steve Conroy and Des Roache, who are calling on the SFA to do the right thing and rescind James Jeggo's red card. They're convinced that referee Craig Napier got the call wrong, and Hibs' appeal on Wednesday should be successful. But with the panel having set a precedent the week before b…

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Linesman Elbowing, Coach Assault, Bribery Allegations, and Penalties at Fir Park 22:09

1+ y ago22:09

22:09

Welcome to the latest episode of the "Get Involved Referee" podcast, where we discuss the most recent controversies in football. In this episode, we examine a range of incidents, starting with where there were no repercussions for the linesman who elbowed Liverpool's Andy Robertson during a match. We discuss the safety of players and the importance…

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Andy Walker expressed his concern about such language used by the VAR official 39:52

1+ y ago39:52

39:52

In today's episode, former Celtic star and pundit Andy Walker expressed his concern about such language used by the VAR official, emphasising that there should be no easy way out when applying the laws of the game. He added that such incidents make him feel that the people operating VAR are not feeling the atmosphere of the game because they are no…

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Steve Conroy Accuses Rangers Star and St Mirren Striker of Simulation" 25:40

1+ y ago25:40

25:40

Welcome to this week's episode of Get Involved Referee with Steve Conroy! The former Scottish top-flight referee shares his thoughts on the controversial weekend of VAR decisions in the Scottish Premiership, calling out the SFA's head of referees for not addressing the bad decisions made during the games. Conroy highlights the need for accountabili…

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Unpacking Controversial Refereeing Decisions and Safety Concerns in Scottish Football 29:44

1+ y ago29:44

29:44

Welcome to the latest episode of Get Involved Referee! In this episode, we delve into the world of Scottish football, examining the ins and outs of the SPFL and discussing some of the most contentious refereeing decisions. We start by taking a deep dive into the time between a foul taking place and the game continuing before the VAR check. What act…

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Nick Walsh's impressive performance during the League Cup final 26:16

1+ y ago26:16

26:16

In this episode, we look closely at Nick Walsh's impressive performance during the League Cup final and why the Scottish Football Association should invest in him for future games. Furthermore, the episode explores the possibility of making referees full-time professionals and the benefits it could bring to the game. Lastly, the team delves into th…

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Episode 36: New Zealand Rugby's community tackle height changes for 2023 45:51

1+ y ago45:51

45:51

Today, I'm joined by New Zealand Rugby's Mike Hester to chat about their law variations for the 2023 rugby season. They include a lower tackle height, a restriction on scrum halves and for the pack as a whole. All three are important for all referees and match officials across Aotearoa. Mike is NZR's Game Participation Manager, and he tells me abou…

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Get Ready for the Big Match: Ex Rangers players Mark Hateley and player Gregory Vignal and Refs Analyse the Celtic vs Rangers League Cup Final with VAR on the Line! 41:21

1+ y ago41:21

41:21

In this episode, Lindsay Herron and ex-grade one official are joined by ex-Rangers player Mark Hateley and ex-Liverpool and Rangers player Gregory Vignal. The main focus of the episode is the upcoming League Cup final between Celtic and Rangers, and the group discusses their predictions for the match. The impact of VAR on the game is also a topic o…

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Insights from Simon Donnelly on Celtic-Rangers League Cup Final and VAR Impact 32:56

1+ y ago32:56

32:56

Welcome to this week's episode of the "Get Involved Referee Podcast". In this episode, former Celtic player Simon Donnelly joins hosts Lindsay Herron and ex-grade one official Des Roache to discuss the highly anticipated league cup final between Celtic and Rangers. The trio not only delves into the pressures that referees face when officiating such…

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The Controversial Calls of Football 31:46

1+ y ago31:46

31:46

Welcome to episode 25 of "Get Involved Referee", where we dive into the world of video assistant referees and the impact they have. In this episode, we'll discuss the latest in the ongoing VAR saga and how it's affecting the outcome of games. First up, we'll chat about the crazy game at Ibrox on Sunday and should there have been any penalties. Next…

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Cheating in the beautiful game 29:24

1+ y ago29:24

29:24

This week's episode discusses the growing problem of players cheating in the beautiful game. We delve into the consequences of these actions and why it's important for referees to stay vigilant. Then, we analyse the impressive performance of Rangers defender Connor Goldson, who has made more stops with his hands than teammate Alan McGregor this sea…

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Is Willie Collum past his best 21:42

1+ y ago21:42

21:42

Willie Collum made three massive mistakes last weekend, and we discuss why the SFA still rate him as their top official. Don Robertson and his team showed everyone how VAR should be used when he took charge in Dundee, and we delved into the listener's questions. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.…

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Are the SFA making a mockery of Scottish football? 26:56

1+ y ago26:56

26:56

The handball interpretation is utterly shambolic, and the SFA are making our referees look incompetent. Why has IFAB not agreed to introduce temporary substitutes for concussion checks? Will we soon see white cards introduced in Scotland? We invite the SFA to join us on our podcast - will they accept? Steve gets called a s@*t referee and an even sh…

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Fix VAR now or scrap it 29:42

1+ y ago29:42

29:42

The SPFL & SFA have massively underdelivered, but who is accountable? We discuss VAR this week and explore what needs to happen for our game to develop; something needs to change quickly from IFAB to the governing bodies. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Is VAR now refereeing the games 16:47

1+ y ago16:47

16:47

Have the SFA allowed VAR to make the big calls and if so why? Why did it take VAR six minutes to give a penalty to Hearts, after they had scored? Des Roache and Lindsay Herron chat about this and more. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Episode 35 - A new Law Application Guideline for 2023 34:39

1+ y ago34:39

34:39

It's a Happy New Year to you all! Today, Keith Lewis, founder of RugbyReferee.net and host of the Advantage Over podcast talks through a new World Rugby 2023 Law Application Guideline for 2023. While much of it is targetted at the elite end of the game, the principles within it covers all of rugby no matter what level we're refereeing! So we need t…

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It's a bloody shambles 27:57

1+ y ago27:57

27:57

The SFA comes under the spotlight this week as the referees question why there is no Scottish referee representation at the World Cup and why do Hearts get a penalty for handball, but their city rivals Hibs are denied one at Ibrox. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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World Cup woes 27:28

1+ y ago27:28

27:28

According to our refs, they might have the best tech and multiple officials, but VAR and added time have soured Qatar 2022. Steve and Des are also horrified at the prospect of a technology disparity in the Scottish Cup, and they give their thoughts on female referees. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.…

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We're only human 37:26

1+ y ago37:26

37:26

Clyde 2 presenter Ewan Cameron is the special guest of Lindsay Herron, Steve Conroy and Des Roache as they deep dive into claims refs are robots, analyse another massively controversial weekend of VAR decisions and ask why silly goal celebration rules are sucking the fun out of football Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.…

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Hand ball debate 28:08

2y ago28:08

28:08

There have been some widely contrasting handball decisions in the Premiership since VAR came in – so what are the rules? Our refs, Des Roache and Steve Conroy, have the answers as they also discuss some Pittodrie karma and call for SFA transparency and leadership Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.…

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Watt's going on 29:46

2y ago29:46

29:46

Two weeks in VAR has had a troubled start, and now Dundee United are appealing Tony Watt's review red card. Des Roache and Lindsay Herron discuss the big issues with special guest former Celtic star Mark Wilson who reveals why Willie Collum has been part of his life for decades, and he still can't forgive a controversial derby day penalty decision.…

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Harsh spot-kick lesson 26:32

2y ago26:32

26:32

It was a dramatic opening weekend of VAR in Scotland, with some spot-on calls and some awful mistakes. Our refs reveal why the Tynecastle penalty foul-up between Nick Walsh and Steven McLean will have major consequences. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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VAR you ready 20:49

2y ago20:49

20:49

VAR finally arrives in Scottish football this weekend with Hibs and St Johnstone the guinea pigs on Friday night, with Hearts v Celtic and Rangers v Livingston on Saturday. Our refs give their expert views on how they think it will pan out as they analyse last weekend's big talking points Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.…

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Goodwin ban sham 24:33

2y ago24:33

24:33

Our refs are staggered at the severity of punishment given to Aberdeen manager Jim Goodwin after calling out Ryan Porteous for cheating - and reiterate their astonishment that Hibs boss Lee Johnson has escaped. Get their views on the big weekend calls, including Nick Walsh's Ibrox spot-kick shocker Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more in…

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Not VAR away! 27:08

2y ago27:08

27:08

Get Involved Referee can reveal that VAR will be coming to Scottish Football imminently after major trials and UEFA validation. Celtic penalty blunder and too much Craig Gordon protection denies Rangers a valid goal. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Change the rules 29:19

2y ago29:19

29:19

Our refs are calling for FIFA to make the cynical foul, the so-called professional foul, an automatic red card. They rate the officials so far this season. And there is a special feature on the remarkable referee's strike of 2010 and why it happened. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.…

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Hibs encouraging cheating? 28:21

2y ago28:21

28:21

Hibs encouraging cheating? Top ex refs Steve Conroy and Des Roache say Lee Johnson should be charged by SFA over Ryan Porteous controversy - not Jim Goodwin. And football bosses must react with another probe into missiles thrown on a miserable weekend of disrespect. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.…

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No penalty in Derby game 23:53

2y ago23:53

23:53

Nick managed his second Derby game superbly Not a penalty at Fir Park Missed red card in Dingwall St Mirren defending lost them the game Great call at Easter Road Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Derby ref’s in good Nick 25:15

2y ago25:15

25:15

Derby ref’s in good, Nick Walsh is the perfect and obvious choice for Celtic v Rangers Don Robertson is sinking in not so quick Sands Graham Grainger makes a stellar Premiership debut Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Collum Needs A Rest! 30:50

2y ago30:50

30:50

Our ex-grade one referees reckon it was a disastrous performance at Easter Road. But where was the Head of Referees Crawford Allan while the mayhem was ensuing? And what about the brutality of Ross County's Ross Callachan? Hear it all on Scotland's most incisive and professional referee analysis podcast. Follow @getinvolvedreferee on Instagram for …

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Penalty to Rangers! 9:02

2y ago9:02

9:02

Rangers should have had a penalty, but they should also have been down to 10 men for a silly challenge. Follow @getinvolvedreferee on Instagram for videos, updates & more! Get Involved Referee! The Podcast - a take on Scottish (and occasionally English) football and the standard (or sub standard) of referees. Produced by and recorded at TEN10 Podca…

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Gers get Colak offside break 18:17

2y ago18:17

18:17

Steve Conroy and Des Roache reckon the key goal against St Johnstone should not have counted The ex-refs give their verdict on the explosive Chelsea-Spurs clash And they back UEFA over key appointment for Rangers-PSV clash Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Jenz a lucky Bhoy 26:57

2y ago26:57

26:57

Top ex-ref Des Roache says Celtic dodged a red in the Highlands but will the lesser spotted compliance officer have a look at Ross County’s Connor Randall? We’ve got the best analysis of week 2 of the Premiership, including those added minutes at Easter Road. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.…

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