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Claret & Blue Podcast
Welcome to Claret & Blue - a podcast about all things Aston Villa. Hosted by Dan Rolinson & John Townley, we'll be covering every step of the way as Unai Emery takes the club on another Champions League adventure. John Townley brings insight and opinion from the press box as he follows Aston Villa home, away and across Europe whilst also attending Unai Emery’s press conferences. Joined by Dan Rolinson, a Villa season ticket holder for almost 20 years, the duo breaks down every match, transfer…
Episodes
Claret & Blue PodcastYou can only sign one - Villa’s biggest transfer headache
In a world where Aston Villa can only make one more signing, in which position do they need to strengthen the most: Another forward, or a central defender? 🎙🎙…
Claret & Blue PodcastAre Aston Villa prepared for the new Premier League season?
With just 12 days to go until Aston Villa kick off their new season away at West Ham, Dan Rolinson and John Townley discuss whether they're ready for a new…
Claret & Blue PodcastCURTIS DAVIES: The fascinating inside story of an Aston Villa career cut short
Former Villa defender Curtis Davies announced his retirement from football this week, so we thought it would be a good idea to delve into the Claret & Blue…
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The brilliant origin story behind Paul McGrath’s iconic GOD nickname
Whilst sitting down to record a podcast Colin Abbott spotted a Paul McGrath print in our studio and told us the story of how he was part of a group who gave…
Claret & Blue PodcastJaden Philogene: Made in Aston, Developed by Hull City
Dan Rolinson is joined by Hull City journalist Barry Cooper, the host of the 1904 Club podcast, to discuss Jaden Philogene. Aston Villa and Unai Emery didn't…
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Analysing Aston Villa's transfer business so far...
Aston Villa have done "too much" transfer business according to some, with 8 incomings (as of this video being recorded) and more on the way, is there such…
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Do Aston Villa have defensive issues to fix?
Dan Rolinson and John Townley are back for another Aston Villa Q&A where the defensive side of Unai Emery's side comes under the microscope from supporters…
Claret & Blue PodcastIt's time to talk about the Jhon Duran saga
Jhon Duran leaving Aston Villa is officially in saga territory. Liking posts from the official Chelsea account to making a West Ham gesture on Instagram live -…
Claret & Blue PodcastMat Kendrick's Villa Voicenotes: An important message to all you optimists!
Mat Kendrick returns for another edition of Villa Voicenotes, his <10 minute solo podcast chatting whatever Villa topic he chooses. This week, it's the…
Claret & Blue PodcastWhy we're more excited about Morgan Rogers than any other Villa player this season
Morgan Rogers is bloody good isn't he? That's the main takeaway from this podcast. We get asked so often in our Q&A episodes about Morgan Rogers, but rather…
Claret & Blue PodcastGet to know Amadou Onana: The "PERFECT" Aston Villa transfer
On the podcast today, Dan Rolinson is joined by Joe Thomas from the 'Royal Blue' Everton podcast from the Liverpool Echo. Aston Villa completed the signing of…
Claret & Blue PodcastMeet the 'Mystery Man' from the brilliant Aston Villa's adidas advert
Aston Villa fans were left confused by a random cameo in the brilliant adidas advert that launched the new home shirt this week. So Mat Kendrick did some…
Claret & Blue PodcastAston Villa Q&A | Joao Felix rumour, Jacob Ramsey linked with Spurs & Trophy dream
Dan Rolinson and John Townley are back for their weekly Aston Villa Q&A and there's loads to discuss. Could a move for Joao Felix actually happen, why Jacob…
Claret & Blue PodcastKit expert on Aston Villa's adidas 2024/25 home kit
Rob Warner joins us on the podcast to share his industry verdict into Aston Villa's adidas deal and offers some key insights into shirt production. 🎙🎙 This…
Claret & Blue PodcastWhat happened the last time Aston Villa played in the European Cup? - A TRIP DOWN WITTON LANE
Welcome to a new series on Claret & Blue called A Trip Down Witton Lane - a play on a trip down memory lane, of course. On each episode, we'll take you back…
Claret & Blue PodcastMat Kendrick's Villa Voicenotes: This grumpy old man's in a friendly mood
Mat Kendrick is back with another of his bitesize Aston Villa Voicenotes and this week he's in a friendly mood! No, he's still a grumpy old man, we mean…
Claret & Blue Podcast8 things we learned after Aston Villa beat Walsall in pre-season
Dan Rolinson is joined by Mat Kendrick and John Townley to talk about Aston Villa's 3-0 win against Walsall in pre-season, and whilst the result absolutely…
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Aston Villa Transfers - Let’s talk about Moussa Diaby, Philogene and Duran
Aston Villa's Moussa Diaby is being linked with a move away to Al-Ittihad and could become the second most expensive sale in Villa history if the deal goes…
Claret & Blue PodcastHow could Aston Villa line up in the 2024/25 season?
On today's episode of the Claret & Blue podcast, Dan Rolinson and John Townley are back to answer all your Aston Villa questions, all the topics covered are…
Claret & Blue PodcastAmadou Onana heading to Aston Villa in club record transfer fee
Aston Villa are set to sign Everton's Amadou Onana in a potential club record fee. The 22 year old Belgian midfielder will be a fantastic addition to Unai…
Claret & Blue PodcastThe 'OUTRAGEOUS' cost of tickets pricing fans out of Premier League football
During a recent Q&A podcast, Dan Rolinson and John Townley were asked about Aston Villa's matchday ticket prices, with some fans feeling they're now being…
Claret & Blue PodcastMat Kendrick's Villa Voicenotes - What THAT Ollie Watkins goal really meant to us all
Mat Kendrick is back with another Villa Voicenotes time and on this episode, what else was going to be the main topic? Let's talk about THAT Ollie Watkins…
Claret & Blue PodcastAston Villa's early season opponents assessed and starting XI prediction
On today's Claret & Blue Podcast episode, Dan Rolinson and John Townley get their heads together to look ahead to Aston Villa's first three months of Premier…
Claret & Blue PodcastAston Villa Q&A - Martinez denied Olympics glory, Replacing Douglas Luiz & Heck's revenue plans
Dan Rolinson and John Townley are back for another Aston Villa Q&A episode as the squad starts to return to Bodymoor Heath for pre-season testing. 0:00 - Intro…
Claret & Blue PodcastAston Villa's Ian Maatsen - Made in Coventry, Burnley and Dortmund
Dan Rolinson has done some 'proper journalism' for today's podcast lining up perspectives on new Villa signing Ian Maatsen from Coventry City, Burnley and…
Claret & Blue PodcastMat Kendrick’s Villa Voicenotes - Just another reason to love Morgan Rogers
Mat Kendrick returns with another Villa Voicenotes after a short hiatus. On today's episode, Mat raves about Halesowen boy Morgan Rogers after a trip to the…
Claret & Blue PodcastAll you need to know about Aston Villa's Ross Barkley in 2024
Aston Villa have re-signed Ross Barkley, after a loan spell under Dean Smith in 2021, the midfielder joins from Luton Town after an impressive spell. Unai…
Claret & Blue PodcastASTON VILLA Q&A - Conor Gallagher, Centre-back conundrum and Midfield make up
On today's podcast Dan Rolinson and John Townley take on your Aston Villa questions on Conor Gallagher, how Villa can line up their midfield options, does the…
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How the Champions League squads work and which Villa player might miss out
Aston Villa will be hit by squad registration rules for the UEFA Champions League this season which may see a key player or two miss out from Villa's UCL…
Claret & Blue PodcastHow Aston Villa won the 'unofficial' Transfer Deadline Day
Football finance guru Dave Powell joins us on the podcast once again to discuss how Aston Villa became compliant with PSR rules ahead of the June 30th…
Claret & Blue PodcastThe DEFINITIVE guide to Villa’s transfer business so far: Maatsen, Barkley, Iroegbunam
On today's episode of the Claret & Blue podcast, Dan Rolinson and John Townley defend Aston Villa's transfer activity as the wider Premier League fanbases…
Claret & Blue PodcastAston Villa Transfer State of Play | Douglas Luiz, Enzo Barrenechea & Samuel Iling Junior
Dan Rolinson and John Townley are back to discuss all things Aston Villa transfers! On today's episode, we take a look at the Douglas Luiz, Enzo Barrenchea and…
Claret & Blue PodcastInside the match-day life of an Aston Villa commentator
Mat Kendrick chats to radio commentator Mick McGough about the pressure and privilege of reporting on Aston Villa for hospital radio. 🎙🎙🎙 Listen to the podcast…
Claret & Blue PodcastMarc Albrighton: From Aston Villa Outcast to Premier League Winner
We've delved into the Claret & Blue archives to republish one of our earliest interviews, recorded in June 2020: Marc Albrighton opens up to Claret & Blue…
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Aston Villa transfer updates as Monchi kick-starts busy summer window
Mat Kendrick and John Townley bring you the latest Aston Villa transfer updates as Douglas Luiz closes in on a move to Juventus and Chelsea agree to Ian…
Claret & Blue PodcastAston Villa Q&A - Champions League nights, Best Kits & Special Villa Park memories
Dan Rolinson and John Townley are back to answer all your Aston Villa questions on a whole range of topics. Please note, this was filmed a few weeks ago. 🎙🎙…
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6 things Aston Villa can learn from Newcastle United's Champions League campaign
Newcastle United podcaster Andrew Musgrove joins Dan Rolinson to share 6 things that Aston Villa can learn from Newcastle's Champions League campaign. 🎙🎙…
Claret & Blue PodcastRanking the BEST & WORST Aston Villa results under Unai Emery so far
Dan Rolinson and John Townley have compiled Unai Emery's 10 best and 10 worst results during his tenure as Aston Villa manager. 🎙🎙 Follow us on Twitter…
Claret & Blue PodcastMat Kendrick's Villa Voicenotes - Oh what a night! Claret & Blue Live love-in
On today's episode of Villa Voicenotes, after the conclusion of our Claret & Blue LIVE event at Hockley Social Club, Mat Kendrick pays tribute and gives thanks…
Claret & Blue PodcastThe new crest debate | Champions League prediction | Improving the Villa squad
In the final part of our Claret & Blue LIVE podcast show at Hockley Social Club, Dan Rolinson, Mat Kendrick and John Townley are joined by Dan Bardell and Matt…
Claret & Blue PodcastMings & Buendia "new signings" | Buying Conor Gallagher | Grealish to return to Villa?!
In the second instalment of our Claret & Blue LIVE podcast show at Hockley Social Club, Ashley Preece and James Rushton joined the lads on stage to take…
Claret & Blue PodcastSelling Douglas Luiz, Champions League dreams and the Season Ticket farce | Claret & Blue LIVE
Dan Rolinson, Mat Kendrick and John Townley discuss the latest stories in the world of Aston Villa in part one from our live event at Hockley Social Club. In…
Claret & Blue PodcastThe Aston Villa board additions pointing to an exciting Villa Park future
John Townley shares more details on Aston Villa's partnership with Atairos and the four members appointed to the Aston Villa board: Atairos chairman and chief…
Claret & Blue PodcastEXPLAINED: How much money Villa will make in the Champions League
Football business expert Dave Powell joins us on the podcast once again, this time to share just how much revenue Villa will make from their upcoming Champions…
Claret & Blue PodcastAston Villa Q&A - Tyrone Mings' role, Kamara 2.0 & Hypothetical transfers
Aston Villa fan and broadcaster Sam Tighe joins us on the podcast this week to help answer all of your burning Aston Villa questions. From Tyrone Mings' role…
Claret & Blue PodcastWhat Aston Villa need to do to IMPROVE next season
The Athletic's tactical analysts Jon Mackenzie joins us on the podcast to look at why Villa were so successful last season and what they must do to improve…
Claret & Blue PodcastMat Kendrick's Villa Voicenotes - Talking Absolute Kit
Mat Kendrick returns with another instalment of his rambling ten minute monologues; Villa Voicenotes. On this episode, Mat shares his love of the Adidas brand…
Claret & Blue PodcastFIVE YEARS ON | Aston Villa enter the Champions League
It's been a wild ride during the last 5 years as an Aston Villa fan. From the Championship to the Champions League, Dan Bardell tells the story of Villa's…
Claret & Blue PodcastHow the new Champions League format will work for Aston Villa
Dan Rolinson and John Townley explain how the new league phase system will work in next season's UEFA Champions League. 🎙🎙🎙 This podcast is sponsored by…
Claret & Blue PodcastKEEP, SELL, LOAN | Assessing Aston Villa's First Team Squad
Dan and John go through each of Villa's first team players to assess their Aston Villa futures under Unai Emery heading in to next season's Champions League &…
Claret & Blue PodcastThe ALTERNATIVE Aston Villa End of Season Awards
It's awards season on Claret & Blue, and you know how we like to do things differently. Presenting, the Aston Villa Alternative End of Season awards.🎙🎙 This…
Claret & Blue PodcastOur Aston Villa 2023/24 End of Season REVIEW!
No, we're not talking about the 90 minutes against Crystal Palace, so here's to a brilliant season under Unai Emery, we're in the Champions League!! 🎙🎙 This…
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Our final Aston Villa Preview of the 2023/24 Premier League season
Dan Rolinson and John Townley get together one more time for a final Premier League Match Preview of the season. A trip to Crystal Palace, nothing to play for…
Claret & Blue PodcastMat Kendrick's Villa Voicenotes - I wish John McGinn was my best mate
Mat Kendrick's latest Villa Voicenotes sees him discuss Super John McGinn and his love for the wee Scottish midfield maestro. Learn more about your ad choices…
Claret & Blue PodcastOne DREAM or REALISTIC Aston Villa signing from the other 19 Premier League clubs
Dan Rolinson and John Townley attempt to pick one player from each of the other 19 Premier League clubs to bring to Vill a (hypothetically) in a…
Claret & Blue PodcastUnai Emery's genius is what elevates Aston Villa above their rivals
Dan Rolinson and Mat Kendrick answer all your Aston Villa questions after Unai Emery secured Champions League qualification. 🎙🎙 This podcast is sponsored by…
Claret & Blue PodcastASTON VILLA HAVE QUALIFIED FOR THE CHAMPIONS LEAGUE
They've done it. Unai Emery's Aston Villa will play in next year's Champions League! What an incredible season! 🎙🎙🎙 This podcast is sponsored by NordVPN, for…
Claret & Blue PodcastPOST MATCH REACTION: Aston Villa 3-3 Liverpool
Join Dan Rolinson and Mat Kendrick to get their instant match reaction after Villa's final home game of the Premier League season. 🎙🎙 This podcast is sponsored…
Claret & Blue PodcastDo Aston Villa have one more win in the tank to secure a top four finish?!
Dan Rolinson and John Townley sit down together for a Liverpool "preview" whilst looking at the bigger picture with Spurs vs Man City on the horizon too. 🎙🎙…
Claret & Blue PodcastMat Kendrick's Villa Voicenotes: What I learned when Gabby met Heck
On this week's Villa Voicenotes, Mat Kendrick shares with you everything he learned when Gabby Agbonlahor met with Chris Heck... Learn more about your ad…