Cup Final Fever with Johnny McDonnell

This special edition episode features an extensive, exclusive first interview with Ruaidhri Higgins following his departure from Derry City last week. In an honest, though-provoking chat, the 40 year-old former Brandywell boss talks about the reasons he felt it was time to step away; his thoughts on the new manager; what needs to change for Derry to fulfil its potential; dealing with online abuse; the sudden death of his brother and why the 2024 season should be a learning curve for everyone. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

A new dawn at Derry City called for a special edition of our Talking Derry City podcast and Simon is joined by Kevin who's in sunny Spain and special guest Mark McIntosh who knows a thing or two about the Irish League and in particular new Brandywell boss Tiernan Lynch. The guys discuss the appointment of the Belfast man and what he will bring to the table. Also features an interview with Lynch from his official unveiling at Brandywell. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Well that's a wrap for season 2 of the podcast and for an instantly forgettable 2024 season. Episode 40 features 1997 league title winner with Derry City Sean Hargan who gives his verdict on where it all went wrong for Ruaidhri Higgins' men and what he reckons is needed to come back stronger next season. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

As FAI Cup fever begins to take its grip on the city, Simon and Kevin are joined by former St Pat's, Shelbourne and Drogheda manager Johnny McDonnell who discusses why he thinks Derry City came up short in the league this season and he gives his thoughts on why the Candy Stripes simply must win Sunday's showpiece against Drogheda. Also featuring an interview with Ruaidhri Higgins from this week's cup final press conference. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Derry City's title tilt came to a miserable end in Inchicore and Simon and Kevin reflect on where it all went wrong. With Shelbourne aiming to rub salt in the wounds and lift the trophy at Brandywell on Friday, we hear from Ruaidhri Higgins on why his team must finish the season on a high and the lads predict how the final day will go down. Also featuring an interview with Andrew Cassidy, author of  ‘Cityview – 30 years of Missing A-Z Interviews’. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Following a crucial win at Dundalk, Simon and Kevin discuss the potential scenarios on another pivotal weekend of League of Ireland action. They look ahead to Derry City's penultimate game of the league campaign where Ruaidhri Higgins men must simply beat Stephen Kenny's St Pat's to ensure a final day showdown with Shelbourne. Featuring an interview with Higgins who explains why he believes 4G pitches are unsuitable for professional sports. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Picking up the pieces after a demoralising Brandywell double header Simon and Kevin discuss the damage done and Derry City's chances of winning one of the craziest title races in memory. Featuring an interview with Derry keeper Brian Maher, the guys give their predictions ahead of a trip to Oriel Park. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Derry City are bouncing into a Brandywell double header after a huge win over Bohs at Dalymount which secured a second FAI Cup final in three years for Ruaidhri Higgins' troops. Simon and Kevin take a look back on a memorable night in Dublin and have their say on how the next week will pan out for the Candy Stripes. Featuring an interview with City captain Patrick McEleney who made his 300th appearance for the club on Friday. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

With Simon Collins off on a well earned break (again - seriously!), Kevin McLaughlin and Michael Wilson pick the bones out of a very disappointing night in Drogheda and look forward to a huge FAI Cup semi-final date with Bohemians at Dalymount Park this week! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In the aftermath of Derry City's late draw with Shamrock Rovers, Kevin and Simon discuss that controversial penalty decision and what went before it. The lads take a look at the remaining fixtures in the title race and have a chat about who they believe will finish on top at the end of the season. Featuring interviews with Stephen Bradley and Ruaidhri Higgins. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.