As Scotland prepares to take on Netherlands and Northern Ireland as part of their Euro 2024 warm up, we delve into how we see the games going. We also look into the future and assess our tournament ambitions.

I’m joined as always by John & Brooky to discuss Scotland’s routine victory over Cyprus, becoming the best team in Europe, Steve Clarke’s masterclass in international management and our chances of pumping the Auld Enemy.

John & Brooky join me to celebrate, gloat and try really hard to fine some nugget of negativity in the utterly glorious Scotland victories over Norway and Georgia. The Scots we’re having a party……..and Haaland’s in his bed.

John & Brooky join me as always to provide some optimism and a sprinkling of realism as we look forward to Scotland’s opening games in Euro 2024 qualifying against Cyprus and Norway. Just real Scotland following fans talking about their passion! Enjoy.

Fascinating chat today on the Beyond Canal Park Podcast with local author and fitba lover Graeme Giles. We talk in advance of his new book: Leather Balls, Whistles, Studs & Scarves is released! He tells me about his nomadic adventures around the famous and infamous spots of European football and the Scottish Lower leagues. Get in touch with Graeme …

In this episode I am joined by former Aberdeen, Hull, Ross County, Deveronvale & Elgin player, Kenny Gilbert. As well as naming the Best XI he played with, he takes us through the highs and lows of his football career.

John & Brooky join me to look back on the mixed bag that was 2022 for Scotland as well as preview what we think lies in-store for Steve Clarke’s boys in 2023. There’s also the big 2022 quiz to round off the challenges in style as James & Brooky go head to head, play along and thrash us at home!

A belter of an interview alongside former Livingston, Ross County and Berwick Rangers player, now Austria Vienna assistant manager, Mark McCormick. He opens up about his career in the game that has taken him to all corners of the globe. He also names the Best XI he played.

Honest, Candid and Entertaining chat this week with former Celtic, Ross County and Motherwell player Paul Lawson. Paul also talks about his time in the Highland League with Formartine and Banks O’Dee. We round things off with the Best XI he played with.

In this weeks’ episode I am joined by former Montrose & Glentanar defender and of course Keith FC Warhorse, Kris Niddrie. We chat about his time in Senior and Junior football as well as the highs and lows of Highland League life as a player, on and off the pitch. Kris elaborates on title wins, cup triumphs and Semi Pro international recognition. He…

Todays episode sees me joined by former Huntly, Locos & Buckie Thistle man, Andy Low. He chats through his successful Highland League career, coaching & management experiences and ambitions for the future. He also names the Best XI he played against, but never with!

In this episode I am joined by local lad Stuart Gray who chats about his youth experiences with Scottish Schools and North of Scotland. He recollects about his time at Hibs and signing for Ross County before coming home to represent Deveronvale and Turriff United. He opens up on his coaching with Macduff Lions and Deveronside and also names the Bes…

Cracking episode with Darren Nicol as he talk us through the highlights of his fitba career with Cove Rangers, Deveronvale, Huntly and Locos to name a few. A number of funny stories sprinkled throughout from stealing buses to broken photocopiers, to Victoria’s Secret and holding up Petrol stations.

Mark Holmes joins me on the Beyond Canal Park podcast to talk through his years in the game. From Baltacha to dog biscuits, TK Maxx supersize suits, to dangling over bridges, we cover it all. Silverware in the HL, spells in the senior leagues in Scotland and Australia and a thriving football academy, there is no end to Mark’s talents. See who made …

In this episode I am joined by Banks O’Dee manager Jamie Watt. He talks to me me about his trophy laden spells with Deveronvale & Cove Rangers, a frustrating time at Inverurie Locos and going out with a bang at Banks O’Dee. As well as the highs and lows of his playing days, Jamie gives an insight into his management career where he has so far led B…

An emergency Pod and it’s a Beyond Hampden Park special as we bask in the glory of Scotland’s highly successful Nations League campaign. We talk promotion to the top tier, Clarke’s tactics, actually give players praise, Clarke = God, Euro draw hopes and fears, plus much much more!

I’m joined as always by John & Brooky to talk all things Scotland and the upcoming Nations League triple header against Ukraine and Ireland is on our minds!!

Scott ‘Fig’ Barbour joins me on the Podcast this week to launch Series 6 of Beyond Canal Park! We talk about his many cup wins with Fraserburgh & Formartine, the highs and lows of his Highland League career so far, bus runs, botched BBC interview and so much more. Scott lifts the lid on an amazing season personally and for Broch last year and what …

In this episode we chew the fat over Scotland’s upcoming Playoff with Ukraine and a potential final with Wales in Cardiff. We look at potential starting line ups for the game and also forward to the Nation’s League encounters with Armenia and Ireland. John also challenges Brooky and James in a brand new feature. Play along while listening using the…

In a change to what we had hoped to bring and talk about to the show, we discuss the upcoming Scotland friendlies against Poland and the losers of the Austria/Wales semi final. We look at Steve Clarke’s squad selections, who might make debuts and who needs minutes over the 2 games. We discuss Hickey’s inclusion, Fraser’s exclusion and the merits of…

In this episode we chat to 1999 Open Champion and Ryder Cup hero Paul Lawrie. He talks about growing up in the North East of Scotland dreaming of being a footballer. His change of path when turning pro at Banchory. Early tour memories, THAT Win at Carnoustie and the highs and lows of what followed. Ryder cup heroics and much much more!!…

Peterhead manager Jim McInally joins me this week to talk through his career. We discuss Brian Clough, Jim McLean, playing in UEFA and Scottish cup finals for Dundee Utd as well as representing his country at a major tournament!

In this episode Nairn County assistant manager Mike Rae joins me for a chat through his career in the game. He talks about winning the Scottish cup with Dingwall before signing for Glasgow Rangers. He describes what it was like learning from Andy Goram and the tales of life working with Gazza, McCoist, Laudrup & co. He tells us about his involvemen…

In this episode we delve deep into the successful and varied career of Eddie Wolecki Black! He talks to me about his time playing Junior & Senior football with the likes of Dundee St Joseph’s, Cowdenbeath and Montrose as well as an enjoyable spell in the Highland League with Deveronvale and Huntly. Eddie then recalls his coaching journey so far in …

In this weeks episode, I am joined by ex Huntly & Formartine defender Ross Campbell who chats to me about his time in the Highland League, winning the title with Huntly, lifting trophies at both clubs and lifts the lid on the off the field antics of the squad! He also talks about a brilliant year Stateside both on the football field and in the dorm…

In the second part of the Levi Stephen miniseries he talks to me about his time at Clydebank as well as spells with Montrose and Bon Accord. Levi tells us how a chance encounter with Billy & Scott Anderson led to a whirlwind adventure to Australia! Everything from dodgy club nights to killing Kangaroos included in this one, some football too!…

In this 1st part of the Levi Stephen miniseries he chats about his incredible youth career growing up in Aberdeen, representing Scotland and being wanted by every top club in Britain. Levi also talks about the Highs & Lows of his time at Glasgow Rangers as well as trying to keep up with Durrant & McCoist in the pub!…

In this episode I’m joined by Matthew Kinghorn who charts his life through a mixture of memories, poetry & music! He reflects on his time growing up playing football with friends as well as successful spells with Deveronside and Deveronvale. He shares his poetry and writing skills with us and also names the Best XI he played with.…

I’m joined this week by the multi talented Ally Begg, who takes us through his life journey so far, From his days as an aspiring footballer to modelling and then onto music fame with Bad Boys Inc. He also talks about his work in Television with MUTV, Celtic TV, ESPN and BeIn Sports alongside some of the greats. Ally also has a new book out at the m…

I’m joined in the studio this week by current Buckie Thistle Director of Football Graeme Tallis. He talks about Buckie’s season ahead and the plans for the future of the club and the Highland League. We delve back into the stories of his playing career with Keith FC, Turriff United Buckie Rovers & Thistle, Forres Mechanics and of course the glory d…

We digest the World Cup play off draw and plot our route to Qatar in 2022. The lads give their analysis on our opponents and how we think the teams will line up. Nud joins us from the North Sea and brings an interesting stat pack. We also delve into the mailbag to answer some listeners questions.

John, Brooky & James celebrate and look back on an epic night at Hampden and ponder if it’s the best performance they’d ever seen by a Scotland team. We also discuss Adams’ shift leading line, Souttar’s redemption, McGinn’s buttocks, blind date doors on the train & Steve Clarke’s statue.

Join us as we are joined by Keith FC manager Craig Ewen, who fills in for Brooky on this one. We are also joined by Mike Smith for a cameo and to give him a shake down over his Nathan Paterson comments. We dissect the 2-0 win over Moldova and look ahead to the Denmark game.

Fraserburgh FC legend Charlie Duncan joins me this week to look back on an outstanding playing and managerial career in the Highland League with the Broch, Peterhead, Buckie and Inverness Thistle. He also chats about his time down south with Wimbledon and Crystal Palace and his time managing Highland League Selects. Charlie also names the Best XI h…

Aston Villa great & Foggie loon Des Bremner chats to me about his playing days with Deveronvale, Hibs, Aston Villa, Birmingham City & Scotland. He describes how it feels to win not only the English 1st division but also the greatest club prize of all, the European cup!

This week I am joined by Cove Rangers coach Gary Hake who talks to me about his playing days, winning Highland league titles with Deveronvale & Buckie Thistle, being part of Paul Hartley’s backroom staff and names the Best XI he played with.

John, Brooky and James look back on a fantastic night at a capacity Hampden where Scotland finally put Israel to the sword. We are also joined for the second half of the show by Faroe Islands international, Odmar Færø who gives us an insight into the upcoming opposition and what we should expect from our trip to Torshavn.…

Inverness Caledonian Thistle legend Charlie Christie joins me in the chair this week to look back on a stunning career in the Highlands. Winning the Highland League, the rise through the Scottish leagues and the Scottish cup shocks are all in here! Charlie also talks about his time at Celtic, and he also names the Best XI he played with.…

In this episode of the Beyond Canal Park Podcast I am joined by local Macduff loon and current Elgin City defender, Matthew Cooper. Matty looks back on his youth days at Macduff Lions, Scotland Schoolboys experiences, youth teams at the Dons and SPL football at Inverness Caley Thistle. He also speaks at length about his time so far at Borough Brigg…

Huntly 5 in a Row hero, Eddie Copland joins me on the mic this week to talk through his long and illustrious career in the Scottish and Highland Leagues.

I’m joined as usual by John & Brooky as we dissect the MASSIVE away victory in Vienna which keeps our Qatar 2022 World Cup dreams alive.

Our analysis, highs and woes of following Scotland during Euro 2020. Last in the Euro Specials series. Featuring the final of Podmaster.

The buzz, the hope, the expectation, the nerves! It’s all real and it’s all right here. Recorded as John, Brooky & James prepare to travel South for the biggest game in 31 years, for once it’s in our own hands and We Can Do It!!!!

Brooky, John & James return from London, unfortunately their voices returned a day later but here is the lads take on Scotland’s performance against England!!

The Beyond Hampden Park podcast is back with a bang as we gear up for the much anticipated England match!

The Beyond Hampden Park Euro 2020 specials continue as John & Brooky join me to dissect Scotland’s disappointing defeat to the Czech Republic. We discuss: 🎙Clarke’s selection & game plan🎙Marshall’s memes🎙Passmarks & passengers🎙Podmaster Heat 3 Ryan v Craig 🎙Covid-19 Match experience🎙Pre match buzz of tournament fitba🎙Expectations going forward…

The Beyond Canal Park Podcast returns to its regular season again and the top quality guests keep on coming thick and fast! This week I’m joined by Cove Rangers captain, Mitch Megginson. We discuss: 🎙Youth then Pro at Aberdeen🎙Debut in Europa League & 1st team football🎙Goal laden spell at Dumbarton🎙Championship football with Raith & Alloa🎙Promotion…

The Beyond Hampden Park spin off Podcast is back on the Eve of Euro 2020 to preview the tournament and look forward to Scotland’s opening game against the Czech Republic. As well as John & Brooky, I am joined by former Aberdeen, Hibs & Hamilton GK, Czech native, Tomas Cerny! We discuss: 🎙Pre tournament friendlies 🇳🇱 🇱🇺 🎙Podmaster Heat 2 - Henry v A…

I am joined on the Beyond Canal Park podcast this week by a local guest once again, Ian Barron, who represented Deveronside for decades on Canal Park as well as Banff Rovers and Whitehills. We discuss: 🎙Youth days in Banff & Aberdeen 🎙 Glory days with Deveronside 🎙8 league Titles & numerous cups 🎙Sweeping the board with Banff Rovers🎙Whitehills Play…

The Beyond Canal Park podcast is back with a brand spanking new series! Opening the series is former Deveronvale & Buckie Thistle manager, Gregg Carrol. We discuss: 🎙Playing days & early coaching 🎙Vale assistant & earning stripes🎙Titles with talented Deveronvale 🎙Joining fierce rivals Buckie Thistle🎙Back to back titles with the Jags🎙Huntly FC spell…