Episodios
-
Aston Villa are well and truly in a bit of a rough patch at the moment, with a self-inflicted loss to Brugge in the Champions League and a hard-fought loss to Liverpool in the Premier League. Join Cole and the returning Tom Nightingale as the lads try to put some perspective on Villa's recent form, look at the bigger picture, and try to decide which mythical claret and blue creature would win in a fight (yes, this was a debate).
You can listen for FREE on Acast, Apple Podcasts, and Spotify - dig in!
WHAT DO WE DISCUSS?
Well, Aston Villa are truly in a rut! How will they get out of it?From Mings' handball to conceding from your own corner-kick, what sort of mindset do the players currently have?The Watkins and Duran debate!Assessing Villa's consistently inconsistent wingers.Looking at the bigger picture, Unai Emery could turn this around potentially quickly, right?It's all about the mindset!Let's enjoy the ride this season, shall we?STAY CONNECTED:
Email: [email protected]
Twitter: @HoltecastPod
Cole Pettem: @TalkAstonVilla
Tom Nightingale: @tdnightingale
EPISODE NOTES:
Thank you to our charity partner, Acorns Childrenās Hopsice.
Donate today to support a fantastic charity: https://www.acorns.org.uk/get-involved/donate/
Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
-
In what will likely be the worst week of the season thus far from an Aston Villa perspective, Cole and Simon return to discuss Villa's dip in form as of late, squad rotation question marks, and look ahead to away trips to Brugge and Liverpool.
You can listen for FREE on Acast, Apple Podcasts, and Spotify - dig in!
WHAT DO WE DISCUSS?
2 losses and 1 draw in the last three matches; what's gone wrong lately?Can squad rotation actually be a blessing and a curse?Aston Villa's winger conundrum.Should we be concerned about Matty Cash's ability to stay fit/healthy?Brugge and Liverpool away this week! How are we feeling?Let's enjoy the ride this season, shall we?STAY CONNECTED:
Email: [email protected]
Twitter: @HoltecastPod
Cole Pettem: @TalkAstonVilla
Simon O'Regan: @SiORegan
EPISODE NOTES:
Thank you to our charity partner, Acorns Childrenās Hopsice.
Donate today to support a fantastic charity: https://www.acorns.org.uk/get-involved/donate/
Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
-
¿Faltan episodios?
-
It was yet another busy week for the mighty Aston Villa as Unai Emery's men improved to a 3-0 record in the Champions League and dropped two points against Bournemouth in the Premier League following a last second equalizer by the visitors. Listen in as Cole and Simon discuss Villa's balancing act between midweek and weekend fixtures, a worrying shift in mentality in the final moments of the Bournemouth match, and look ahead to another jam-packed week of Aston Villa goodness.
You can listen for FREE on Acast, Apple Podcasts, and Spotify - dig in!
WHAT DO WE DISCUSS?
3-0 in the Champions League; who saw that coming, right?Should fans be concerned about Villa's weekend struggles following midweek matches?What really happened in the final moments of the Bournemouth match?Palace, Spurs, Brugge, and Liverpool up next! How confident are we feeling?Let's enjoy the ride this season, shall we?STAY CONNECTED:
Email: [email protected]
Twitter: @HoltecastPod
Cole Pettem: @TalkAstonVilla
Simon O'Regan: @SiORegan
EPISODE NOTES:
Thank you to our charity partner, Acorns Childrenās Hopsice.
Donate today to support a fantastic charity: https://www.acorns.org.uk/get-involved/donate/
Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
-
Another dreaded international break has ended and the mighty Aston Villa are back in business following a 3-1 win on the road against Fulham at Craven Cottage. Join Cole, Simon, and Seb as they discuss a healthy Villa squad, Youri Tielemans quietly churning out impressive performances, and look ahead to Tuesday's match against Bologna in the Champions League.
You can listen for FREE on Acast, Apple Podcasts, and Spotify - dig in!
WHAT DO WE DISCUSS?
It certainly wasn't an easy win on Saturday, but what did the lads make of the result at Craven Cottage?Aston Villa's best start to a Premier League season since 1998/1999; what can't Unai Emery do at this point?No slowing down for Morgan Rogers!Youri Tielemans' vital role in the Aston Villa midfield.A healthy squad, finally!How might Unai Emery approach Tuesday's match against Bologna?STAY CONNECTED:
Email: [email protected]
Twitter: @HoltecastPod
Cole Pettem: @TalkAstonVilla
Simon O'Regan: @SiORegan
Sebastian Bacon: @SebastianBacon8
EPISODE NOTES:
Thank you to our charity partner, Acorns Childrenās Hopsice.
Donate today to support a fantastic charity: https://www.acorns.org.uk/get-involved/donate/
Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
-
It's certainly been an interesting week for Aston Villa! Listen in as Cole and Tom return to discuss an emotional victory over Bayern Munich in the Champions League, Sunday's sleepy draw against Manchester United, and reflect on strong start to the season for Unai Emery's men.
You can listen for FREE on Acast, Apple Podcasts, and Spotify - dig in!
WHAT DO WE DISCUSS?
A real contrast in quality between the Bayern Munich win and Manchester United draw, but how do the lads feel about the week that was for Aston Villa?What does this draw against United say about this Villa team?Aston Villa beat Bayern Munich in the Champions League at Villa Park...does it still feel like a dream?The importance of matching expectations with reality.With injury bug popping up again, has the international break come at a good time?Let's just enjoy this brilliant Villa team, shall we?Let's remind ourselves how far this football has come under Unai Emery, shall we?STAY CONNECTED:
Email: [email protected]
Twitter: @HoltecastPod
Cole Pettem: @TalkAstonVilla
Tom Nightingale: @tdnightingale
EPISODE NOTES:
Thank you to our charity partner, Acorns Childrenās Hopsice.
Donate today to support a fantastic charity: https://www.acorns.org.uk/get-involved/donate/
Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
-
Well, Aston Villa certainily never do anything the easy way and Sunday's draw away at Ipswich Town was no different! Join Cole and Tom as they discuss Sunday's events at Portman Road, continuous defensive concerns, and look ahead to a massive clash against Bayern Munich at Villa Park on Wednesday.
You can listen for FREE on Acast, Apple Podcasts, and Spotify - dig in!
WHAT DO WE DISCUSS?
Sloppy and defensive play mixed in with some moments of brilliance from Ollie Watkins and Morgan Rogers; what did the lads make of Sunday's draw?How should fans look at Aston Villa's defensive issues...blame injuries, defensive structure, the player's themselves?Why are Villa being sucked into opponents game plan's so easily at times?Shoutout to Rogers and Watkins!Bayern Munich on Wednesday...how massive will that game be at Villa Park?Should we expect to see any personnel changes on Wednesday?Let's remind ourselves how far this football has come under Unai Emery, shall we?STAY CONNECTED:
Email: [email protected]
Twitter: @HoltecastPod
Cole Pettem: @TalkAstonVilla
Tom Nightingale: @tdnightingale
EPISODE NOTES:
Thank you to our charity partner, Acorns Childrenās Hopsice.
Donate today to support a fantastic charity: https://www.acorns.org.uk/get-involved/donate/
Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
-
Yet again, Aston Villa turn things around at Villa Park, with a 3-1 victory over Wolverhampton Wanderers on Saturday. Tune in as Cole, Tom, and Simon discuss Villa's impressive "Never say die!" mentality, Ross Barkley's impact, and the flexibility within the squad.
You can listen for FREE on Acast, Apple Podcasts, and Spotify - dig in!
WHAT DO WE DISCUSS?
A first half to forget and a second half to savor! What did the lads make of events at Villa Park on Saturday?Is it safe to say that, in the early days of the season, Aston Villa truly are the real comeback kings?What can be made of Diego Carlos' first start of the season?Are Villa lacking control, especially from a defensive point of view, at times so far this season?It's time for a Ross Barkley love-in!How important has Villa's squad depth been so far and how important will it prove to be throughout this campaign?Onto Wycombe away! Who's feeling confident?STAY CONNECTED:
Email: [email protected]
Twitter: @HoltecastPod
Cole Pettem: @TalkAstonVilla
Tom Nightingale: @tdnightingale
Simon O'Regan: @SiORegan
EPISODE NOTES:
Thank you to our charity partner, Acorns Childrenās Hopsice.
Donate today to support a fantastic charity: https://www.acorns.org.uk/get-involved/donate/
Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
-
After the first international break of the 2024/2025 season, Aston Villa returned to action with a thrilling 3-2 come from behind win over Sean Dyche's Everton. Listen in as Cole and Tom return to discuss Villa's defensive frailities, Jhon DurƔn's goal for the ages, and look ahead to Tuesday's visit to the Wankdorf in the Champions League.
You can listen for FREE on Acast, Apple Podcasts, and Spotify - dig in!
WHAT DO WE DISCUSS?
15 minutes of defensive naivety lead to plenty of work to be done at the other end of the pitch; how concerning is Aston Villa's lack of defensive solidity?No Leon Bailey means a potentially big problem?Morgan Rogers' ruthlessness in front of goal will come!Youri Tielemans' impactA trip to the Wankdorf awaits in the Champions League!All of this and so much more! Enjoy the podcast and Up The Villa!STAY CONNECTED:
Email: [email protected]
Twitter: @HoltecastPod
Cole Pettem: @TalkAstonVilla
Tom Nightingale: @tdnightingale
EPISODE NOTES:
Thank you to our charity partner, Acorns Childrenās Hopsice.
Donate today to support a fantastic charity: https://www.acorns.org.uk/get-involved/donate/
Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
-
It's two consecutive wins on the road to start the season for Aston Villa and heading into the first international break of the season, there's plenty to be positive about! Join Cole, Simon, and Seb as the lads discuss a promising start to the season for Unai Emery's men, Villa's upcoming Champions League journey and look back at the summer transfer window that was.
You can listen for FREE on Acast, Apple Podcasts, and Spotify - dig in!
WHAT DO WE DISCUSS?
Okay then, how are the lads feeling after a hard-fought victory on the road in Leicester?How important is Amadou Onana to this Aston Villa team?What can be made of Lamare Bogarde's first start/Premier League debut?The Watkins v DurƔn debate continues!How confident should we feel when it comes to Villa's Champions League draw?Can we safely say that the summer transfer window was a success for the football club?All of this and so much more! Enjoy the podcast and Up The Villa!STAY CONNECTED:
Email: [email protected]
Twitter: @HoltecastPod
Cole Pettem: @TalkAstonVilla
Simon O'Regan: @SiORegan
Sebastian Bacon: @SebastianBacon8
EPISODE NOTES:
Thank you to our charity partner, Acorns Childrenās Hopsice.
Donate today to support a fantastic charity: https://www.acorns.org.uk/get-involved/donate/
Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
-
Fail to take your chances and eventually, you'll get punished! Aston Villa found that out the hard way against Arsenal on Saturday, however, there are still plenty of things to take encouragement from when it comes to Unai Emery's men. Join Cole and Tom as the lads reflect on a rusty Ollie Watkins, the incredible Morgan Rogers, and all things Aston Villa.
You can listen for FREE on Acast, Apple Podcasts, and Spotify - dig in!
WHAT DO WE DISCUSS?
Right, how are the lads feels about the first loss of the season?Can we safely put Ollie Watkins' performance yesterday down to ring rust?It's time for a Morgan Rogers love-in!Villa will win more games than they lose playing like they did against Arsenal on Saturday, right?Onto Leicester away next weekend!All of this and so much more! Enjoy the podcast and Up The Villa!STAY CONNECTED:
Email: [email protected]
Twitter: @HoltecastPod
Cole Pettem: @TalkAstonVilla
Tom Nightingale: @tdnightingale
EPISODE NOTES:
Thank you to our charity partner, Acorns Childrenās Hopsice.
Donate today to support a fantastic charity: https://www.acorns.org.uk/get-involved/donate/
Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
-
Aston Villa claim their first win away at West Ham since April 16th, 2011 and now look to make it three wins in a row against Arsenal on Saturday, With that in mind, listen in as Cole, Simon, Tom, and Seb reflect on a positive start to the season for Unai Emery's men.
You can listen for FREE on Acast, Apple Podcasts, and Spotify - dig in!
WHAT DO WE DISCUSS?
Well then, it only took a bit of chaos for Aston Villa to win away at West Ham again; what did the lads make of the result?Apparently pre-season results don't matter, eh?Amadou Onana's impact and potential this seasonThe curious case of Matty Cash (Was it a penalty?)Should Jhon DurƔn stick around this season and can he make that vital next step in his young career?Let's discuss Villa's squad depth shall we?Twitter Polls and everyone's favourite game, Dean Smith's Juggling 6, is back!!!All of this and so much more! Enjoy the podcast and Up The Villa!STAY CONNECTED:
Email: [email protected]
Twitter: @HoltecastPod
Cole Pettem: @TalkAstonVilla
Tom Nightingale: @tdnightingale
Simon O'Regan: @SiORegan
Sebastian Bacon: @SebastianBacon8
EPISODE NOTES:
Thank you to our charity partner, Acorns Childrenās Hopsice.
Donate today to support a fantastic charity: https://www.acorns.org.uk/get-involved/donate/
Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
-
With Aston Villa returning to Premier League action on Saturday, it's time to look ahead to the new campaign with excitement and optimism. As a result, Aston Villa writer for The Athletic, Jacob Tanswell, joined Cole and Tom to discuss Villa's busy pre-season, transfer business, and what we could expect from Unai Emery's men this season.
You can listen for FREE on Acast, Apple Podcasts, and Spotify - dig in!
WHAT DO WE DISCUSS?
What did Jacob make of Aston Villa's escapades in the USA and pre-season as a whole?Which summer signing's stand out the most?Compared to last season's squad, how does Jacob think Villa currently match up?What does Jacob think Villa could/still need to do within the transfer window?Which competition's should be a priority for Villa this campaign?Right then, where do we think Villa could finish in the table this season?All of this and so much more! Enjoy the podcast and Up The Villa!STAY CONNECTED:
Email: [email protected]
Twitter: @HoltecastPod
Cole Pettem: @TalkAstonVilla
Tom Nightingale: @tdnightingale
GUEST: @J_Tanswell
EPISODE NOTES:
Thank you to our charity partner, Acorns Childrenās Hopsice.
Donate today to support a fantastic charity: https://www.acorns.org.uk/get-involved/donate/
Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
-
Aston Villa's pre-season journey is underway and with that in mind, Cole, Simon, and Tom return to discuss the football club's latest transfer business, Morgan Rogers' bright future, and an absolutely epic home kit launch.
You can listen for FREE on Acast, Apple Podcasts, and Spotify - dig in!
WHAT DO WE DISCUSS?
What can be made of Jaden Philogene's return to Aston Villa and where does he fit into Unai Emery's puzzle?Is selling Moussa Diaby the right call?Could Amadou Onana be the missing link in Villa's midfield?Morgan Rogers has been the main man during the early stages of Villa's pre-season; how big of a role could he play this season?What does Tuesday's epic home kit launch mean in terms of how the football club has evolved off of the pitch?All of this and so much more! Enjoy the podcast and Up The Villa!STAY CONNECTED:
Email: [email protected]
Twitter: @HoltecastPod
Cole Pettem: @TalkAstonVilla
Simon O'Regan: @SiORegan
Tom Nightingale @tdnightingale
EPISODE NOTES:
Thank you to our charity partner, Acorns Childrenās Hopsice.
Donate today to support a fantastic charity: https://www.acorns.org.uk/get-involved/donate/
Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
-
It's been a busy summer for Aston Villa and as a result, Cole and Simon return to reflect on the PSR juggling act, the comings and goings in the locker room, and the recent ticket price structure that has been put in place at the football club.
You can listen for FREE on Acast, Apple Podcasts, and Spotify - dig in!
WHAT DO WE DISCUSS?
What have the lads made of Aston Villa's summer thus far?Can we finally stop talking about PSR for the foreseeable future...please?How big of a loss is Douglas Luiz and have Villa done well in the deal with Juventus given the circumstances?Is Ross Barkley a perfect fit for Villa's midfield?Has Monchi earned his money so far this summer given the transfer business that has been completed?Where does Kaine Kesler-Hayden's future lie after the contract extension?Let's dive into the ticket price hike, shall we?All of this and so much more! Enjoy the podcast and Up The Villa!STAY CONNECTED:
Email: [email protected]
Twitter: @HoltecastPod
Cole Pettem: @TalkAstonVilla
Simon O'Regan: @SiORegan
EPISODE NOTES:
Thank you to our charity partner, Acorns Childrenās Hopsice.
Donate today to support a fantastic charity: https://www.acorns.org.uk/get-involved/donate/
Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
-
July 1st has proven to be a busy day for Aston Villa Football Club, with three new additions walking into Bodymoor Heath. With that in mind, Cole was joined by Ollie from The WALT (We Are Luton Town) Podcast to discuss what Villa fans can expect from Ross Barkley in what will be his second spell at Villa Park.
You can listen for FREE on Acast, Apple Podcasts, and Spotify - dig in!
WHAT DO WE DISCUSS?
From a Luton Town perspective, what does Ollie make of Ross Barkley's move to Aston Villa?More importantly, what kind of Ross Barkley is Villa getting this time around?Is it fair to say that Barkley has more than proved his durability/health during his time with Luton?How will the loss of Barkley impact the Hatters?All of this and so much more! Enjoy the podcast and Up The Villa!STAY CONNECTED:
Email: [email protected]
Twitter: @HoltecastPod
Cole Pettem: @TalkAstonVilla
GUEST: @TheWALTPodcast
EPISODE NOTES:
Thank you to our charity partner, Acorns Childrenās Hopsice.
Donate today to support a fantastic charity: https://www.acorns.org.uk/get-involved/donate/
Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
-
The transfer carousel has started to spin and as a result, Aston Villa have confirmed the departure of Tim Iroegbunam to Everton and the signing of Lewis Dobbin from The Toffees. As a result, Cole was joined by Mike Richards from The Unholy Trinity Podcast to discuss what Villa fans can expect from Dobbin and how he could fit into Unai Emery's plans.
You can listen for FREE on Acast, Apple Podcasts, and Spotify - dig in!
WHAT DO WE DISCUSS?
What type of player is Lewis Dobbin?Would Mike say that Dobbin is an out and out winger?How are Everton fans feeling about the sale of Dobbin to Aston Villa?What can be made of the deal from both sides?All of this and so much more! Enjoy the podcast and Up The Villa!STAY CONNECTED:
Email: [email protected]
Twitter: @HoltecastPod
Cole Pettem: @TalkAstonVilla
GUEST: @UHTPodcast
EPISODE NOTES:
Thank you to our charity partner, Acorns Childrenās Hopsice.
Donate today to support a fantastic charity: https://www.acorns.org.uk/get-involved/donate/
Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
-
With the transfer chatter surrounding Douglas Luiz's potential move to Juventus only heating up, our Cole was joined by Youtuber and Juventus FC host/presenter, Giuseppe Bognanni, to discuss the Brazilian's pending move to Italy and what Aston Villa fans could expect from the likes of Samuel Iling-Junior and Weston McKennie.
You can listen for FREE on Acast, Apple Podcasts, and Spotify - dig in!
WHAT DO WE DISCUSS?
What does Giuseppe make of the pending deal that would send Douglas Luiz to Juventus for Samuel Iling-Junior, Weston McKennie, and ā¬20m?On a similar note, what has been the general perception of the proposed deal amongst the Juventus fan base?What can be made of Iling-Junior's time at Juventus during such an early stage of his young career?Onto Weston McKennie, can his time at Juventus be deemed a success and should fans disregard his spell at Leeds United?Overall, how are Juventus fans feeling about the possibility of losing the likes of Iling-Junior and McKennie?All of this and so much more! Enjoy the podcast and Up The Villa!STAY CONNECTED:
Email: [email protected]
Twitter: @HoltecastPod
Cole Pettem: @TalkAstonVilla
GUEST: @GJustjuve
EPISODE NOTES:
Thank you to our charity partner, Acorns Childrenās Hopsice.
Donate today to support a fantastic charity: https://www.acorns.org.uk/get-involved/donate/
Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
-
BBC Radio WM host, Daz Hale, joined Cole and Simon to discuss what it's like to cover a variety of West Midlands football clubs on the radio, some of his favourite moments hosting the Football Phone-In, and the season that was for Aston Villa.
You can listen for FREE on Acast, Apple Podcasts, and Spotify - dig in!
WHAT DO WE DISCUSS?
From the perspective of a radio presenter, what's a typical day like for Daz while on the job?How does Daz find covering a variety of West Midlands clubs compared to just honing in on one club?What's it been like to deal with Unai Emery thus far?How special of a season was it for Aston Villa and the fan base?All of this and so much more! Enjoy the podcast and Up The Villa!STAY CONNECTED:
Email: [email protected]
Twitter: @HoltecastPod
Cole Pettem: @TalkAstonVilla
Simon O'Regan: @SiORegan
GUEST: @DazHaleWM
EPISODE NOTES:
Thank you to our charity partner, Acorns Childrenās Hopsice.
Donate today to support a fantastic charity: https://www.acorns.org.uk/get-involved/donate/
Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
-
Aston Villa writer for The Athletic, Jacob Tanswell, stopped by to chat with Cole, Simon, and Tom about covering the Villa during an incredibly special season, what Unai Emery is like in-person from his point of view, and what lies ahead for the football club, with the summer transfer window opening on June 14th.
You can listen for FREE on Acast, Apple Podcasts, and Spotify - dig in!
WHAT DO WE DISCUSS?
What has Jacob made of the transition from covering Southampton to also covering Aston Villa during the 2023/2024 season?Being new to the area, what has he made of Birmingham?We all love Lord Unai Emery, but what's it like dealing with the Villa boss from Jacob's point of view?What should we expect from the football club this summer in terms of transfer business?What can be made of the Ross Barkley transfer chatter?All of this and so much more! Enjoy the podcast and Up The Villa!STAY CONNECTED:
Email: [email protected]
Twitter: @HoltecastPod
Cole Pettem: @TalkAstonVilla
Simon O'Regan: @SiORegan
Tom Nightingale: @tdnightingale
GUEST: @J_Tanswell
EPISODE NOTES:
Thank you to our charity partner, Acorns Childrenās Hopsice.
Donate today to support a fantastic charity: https://www.acorns.org.uk/get-involved/donate/
Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
-
As Aston Villa's summer business begins to take focus, Cole, Simon, and Seb assess the futures of first team players under Unai Emery in what is expected to be a summer that focuses on increasing squad numbers and the overall quality of the team.
You can listen for FREE on Acast, Apple Podcasts, and Spotify - dig in!
WHAT DO WE DISCUSS?
Are there any first team regulars that could be made available this summer?Where does Matty Cash's long-term Aston Villa future lie?Could Ben Chrisene stick around next term?Who could be Villa's number two and three goalkeeper's heading into next season?If Villa had to sell one of Jacob Ramsey or Douglas Luiz, which would make more sense for the football club?All of this and so much more! Enjoy the podcast and Up The Villa!STAY CONNECTED:
Email: [email protected]
Twitter: @HoltecastPod
Cole Pettem: @TalkAstonVilla
Simon O'Regan: @SiORegan
Sebastian Bacon: @SebastianBacon8
EPISODE NOTES:
Thank you to our charity partner, Acorns Childrenās Hopsice.
Donate today to support a fantastic charity: https://www.acorns.org.uk/get-involved/donate/
Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
- Mostrar más
