Episodes
This week, oh aye we're back again etc, it's Dylan and Ally who get together at talkingLowerLeague HQ to discuss the numerous goings on of the lower leagues. Including how the potential cinch sponsorship mess could impact the lower leagues, we look back at an exciting first weekend of league action across the SPFL as well as Dylan losing the plot at how terrible Clyde are and Ally talking about his lovely Saturday in Maryhill. Wild. As per.
Published 08/05/21
Published 08/05/21
Believe it or not, the three of us are back together. In person. Talking about Scottish lower league football amongst a variety of other nonsense. We chat about the final round of games in the Premier Sports Cup, our picks ahead of the big league kick off at the weekend as well as our thoughts on the price of lower league football as the new league campaign approaches. Good? Guess it is aye. Let us know what you think.
Published 07/30/21
In all seriousness, we're absolutely thrilled to be back...bigger and more of a big deal than ever before. In our new 'studio', Ross and Dylan sit down to discuss the return of the league cup, looking forward to the big league campaign kick off as well as their plans for going back to games themselves. Oh, we also talk...John Cena, the Tom Jones punishment, and much more! We're back. For good. Hopefully. Who knows. Enjoy.
Published 07/23/21
Ross and the returning Ally discuss ANOTHER busy week in the SPFL. From the decision made regarding the Pyramid Playoff; to the Premier Sports Cup; the newly filled hotseat at Stenny & the latest drama involving Clyde FC. We try to talk about actual football in between too.
Published 04/29/21
Yes, I know, we're back etc etc. Forget that. There is so much going on. Too much if that's possible. Ross and Dylan are here to talk about Brechins antics, the lower league managerial merry go round, we review this week's games so far and look ahead to the post split weekend ahead. Before we finish off looking at how the lower leagues can possibly learn from the failed ESL. It's a big one. Enjoy!
Published 04/21/21
This week, Dylan and Ross are joined by special guest, Lanarkshire Live's Euan Robertson. We sit down to discuss all the usual goings on across the lower leagues throughout this busy schedule as well as chat to Euan about his recent work, his thoughts on the return and how he reckons lower league sides will fare in this weekend's Scottish Cup 4th round.
Published 04/14/21
Ross and Dylan are pack with another action packed episode. The guys cover their standout results from Scottish Cup R3 and the best of the R4 draw. Back to league action, they cover the big games across Tuesday, Thursday and this coming Saturday...and we can't wait to do it all again next week!
Published 04/07/21
In what is ANOTHER busy week for the Scottish lower leagues, Dylan and Ally get together to discuss it all. We chat about the LL & HL calling it a day and the potential impact for the L2 play-off. Then we cover our results from the weekend before delving into our BIG Scottish Cup 3rd round preview!
Published 03/30/21
Weird title, we know. Ross and Dylan are back to discuss the midweek Scottish Cup ties as well as review their standout results from the weekend. Alongside this, they look ahead to the weekend's games across the leagues and answer your burning questions!
Published 03/23/21
Not only are we back but we are back previewing a full lower league card as League One & Two return this weekend. We cherry pick some standout games, standout transfer activity and answer your questions on a wide variety of things!
Published 03/16/21
A full lower league card is nearly upon us again and Dylan & Ally are here to talk you through it all. The lads start by covering the latest developments with the WoSL before moving on to breaking down their thoughts on the logistics around the return for L1 & L2 clubs, potential winners & losers, our key signings so far and we take your questions too!
Published 03/10/21
We're back...no, seriously, we are. Dylan, Ross AND the returning Ally are back together to discuss their reaction and thoughts to the return of L1, L2 and the Scottish Cup Then, the main event. They take control of Heart of Midlothian Football Club. From the top to the bottom, they attempt to transform the club into a regular European player. Mental? Aye pretty much. Let us know what you think of our attempts!
Published 03/03/21
Ross and Dylan return to talk football that is actually taking place at the moment as they cover the unbelievably exciting Championship. Also, finally, they delve into Hearts and Robbie Neilson. The guys have help from Liam who joins us from the This is My Story podcast who live and breathe everything Hearts. We also have a big 'If we were in charge of...' reveal at the end of the show. Loads to get through this week!
Published 02/23/21
Another week, another new thing from us. We're kicking off our new, sporadic series called 'If we were in charge...' where we create a fantasy world of how we would run things in the lower leagues of Scottish football. Fun eh? Up first, it's the WoSL. We chat how we would get this season finished, who would run things, how we would market it, what would the league structure be and what's our ultimate goal? Something a bit fun and different in these tough times. Thanks everyone!
Published 02/16/21
Ross and Dylan are joined by returning guest Derek, also known as @MozzaPlays. We discuss the continued suspension of lower league football, what the future might look like, fan media and streaming, the Lowland League so far and we answer all your questions! We get through loads more too in this cracking chat. Plenty more to come from us!
Published 02/10/21
It's time. It's here. We get together over two parts to talk about our favourite away days. We talk about the grounds, the journeys, the pubs, our experiences and everything in between. We tell a few stories along the way and throw in some stories from the r/ScottishFootball Reddit community! Let us know your thoughts on the list. Grab a beer and enjoy!
Published 02/05/21
It's time. It's here. We get together over two parts to talk about our favourite away days. We talk about the grounds, the journeys, the pubs, our experiences and everything in between. We tell a few stories along the way and throw in some stories from the r/ScottishFootball Reddit community! Let us know your thoughts on the list. Grab a beer and enjoy!
Published 02/03/21
Ross and Dylan are back to discuss L1, L2 & WoSL potential plans for a route to safely returning to playing. We cover the Championship results from the weekend and what's coming up this midweek and weekend, with particular focus on the top 4. We answer your questions from the r/ScottishFootball Reddit community covering styles in the lower leagues, what lies ahead for QP and our favourite scran in the lower leagues. Finally, we discuss our favourite away day in recent years ahead of our...
Published 01/27/21
It's finally here...the talkingLowerLeague & PureFitbaw partnership is here. We get together and chat about our half of the team so far before handing over to the guys to finish things off in part two. Keep an eye on our channels and the PureFitbaw channels for more from us!
Published 01/21/21
The three of us return off the back of our new found superstardom to discuss the madness of the last few days. The suspension of lower league football takes centre stage as we discuss the ramifications of this and what lies ahead. We dissect the Scottish Cup action from the weekend, throw a few transfer stories in there and conclude with our r/ScottishFootball Q&A section. Lovely stuff. Remember and keep an eye on our social channels for some exciting collaborations in the coming weeks!
Published 01/13/21
That's right, we're back. Ross, Ally and Dylan are together again to pick their standout results from the festive period. Alongside this, they preview this weekend's Scottish Cup ties and what they'll be watching. This episode also marks the launch of our r/ScottishFootball Q&A section answering plenty of questions from the Reddit community. Remember to follow us on social media and look after yourselves!
Published 01/07/21
Dylan and Ally are back together again discussing the festive fun that is taking place across the divisions. Alongside our usual review/preview segments, the guys discuss their team of the season so far and why!
Published 12/24/20
Dylan is back alongside Ally (thank f**k) for a festive fest of SPFL football chat. We cover the fact it's been over a year talking about the job stability of Mr McPake, Morton going mental, Clyde doing Clyde things, how Stirling Albion are the real deal and much more. We also look ahead to the Christmas fixtures taking over our lives. Remember to follow us on social media @TBLowerLeague on Twitter and talkingLowerLeague on Instagram. Are you a Reddit user? Remember and join...
Published 12/24/20
At this point, Dylan opens more cans to delve into the glorious world of WoSL action from the past week and previews the week ahead. He covers the top and bottom of the divisions shaping up and says Conference B is the most exciting league in the country. No drill. No joke. That happened. Enjoy!
Published 12/17/20