Macca & Beats

Brian Horton joins Macca & Beats for an incredible journey through more than 2,000 games in football – from managing Manchester City to making history with Brighton, Luton Town and Hull City. In Episode 12, the former Manchester City manager opens up about his time at Maine Road, his difficult relationship with chairman Francis Lee, and why he knew his days at City were numbered. Brian shares the stories behind some of football's most memorable moments, including Luton Town's dramatic survival at Manchester City, Brighton's historic promotion to the First Division, and Hull City's incredible rise to the Premier League alongside Phil Brown. He also reveals what really happened during Phil Brown's infamous on-pitch half-time team talk, recalls being sacked by Hull City only to be offered his job back minutes later, and discusses working with some of football's biggest characters. Away from football, Brian speaks movingly about his prostate cancer diagnosis, treatment and recovery, and why raising awareness is now so important to him. In this episode: The truth about Brian's Manchester City departure and Francis LeeSigning Uwe Rösler, Paul Walsh and Peter BeagrieBeating Blackburn and Tottenham during his City yearsThe unforgettable Luton Town survival story at Maine RoadBrighton's historic promotion and life under Alan MulleryWorking with David Pleat and learning the art of managementHull City's Premier League promotion with Phil BrownThe truth behind Phil Brown's infamous half-time team talkBeing sacked and then offered his job back within minutesSir Alex Ferguson, Gary Flitcroft and football's biggest personalitiesHis prostate cancer journey and the importance of early detection Don't forget to LIKE, COMMENT and SUBSCRIBE for more incredible football stories, behind-the-scenes insights and conversations with some of the biggest names in the game. Who should we get on Macca & Beats next? Let us know in the comments! #BrianHorton #ManchesterCity #MaccaAndBeats #HullCity #footballpodcast

Andy Townsend joins Macca & Beats for a brilliant look back at a life in football – from starting out in non-league to captaining Chelsea, his unforgettable years at Aston Villa, playing for the Republic of Ireland and building a second career as one of football’s most recognisable broadcasters. Andy talks about breaking into the professional game relatively late, the move to Chelsea and the Manchester United transfer that nearly happened, before lifting the lid on life inside some of the great dressing rooms of the era. And the stories keep coming… A phone-box conversation with Terry Venables that didn’t quite go to plan, Vinnie Jones taking Andy’s brand-new Mercedes for a spin, John Major walking into the Chelsea dressing room, Big Ron Atkinson trading punches with Dalian Atkinsonand some absolutely classic tales involving Paul Gascoigne. Andy also gives his thoughts on modern football, the money young players earn, why some ex-players simply aren’t cut out for broadcasting and why, despite everything that has changed in the game, he never lost his love for playing. Plus: Gazza, a missing coffee cup, Jimmy Five Bellies, a Neil Diamond concert on the eve of a Tyne-Wear derby… and plenty more. Another proper football conversation with one of the game’s great characters.

Premier League winner. England international. Blackburn Rovers legend. In this episode of Macca & Beats, we sit down with Mike Newell to look back on an incredible football career spanning Liverpool, Wigan Athletic, Luton Town, Leicester City, Everton, Blackburn Rovers, Birmingham City and England. Mike shares unforgettable stories from some of football's biggest moments, including: Being signed by Everton after one phone call from Colin HarveyWhy Kenny Dalglish convinced him to join Blackburn RoversWinning the Premier League with BlackburnMissing out on Italia '90 with England through injuryWhy Gazza was the best player in the worldWhat Alan Shearer was really like when he arrived at BlackburnNeville Southall's hilarious hotel room routineBobby Robson nearly signing him abroadHis honest views on football agents, bungs and the modern gameWhy he believes football's obsession with statistics is "destroying the game"This is a fascinating conversation packed with brilliant dressing-room stories, football nostalgia and honest opinions from one of English football's most respected strikers. Subscribe to Macca & Beats for more exclusive interviews with football legends every week.

Before the Class of '92, there were Fergie's Fledglings.Former Manchester United winger Russell Beardsmore joins us to look back on one of the most fascinating periods in the club's history.Russell talks about coming through under legendary youth coach Eric Harrison, making his breakthrough under Sir Alex Ferguson, scoring against Liverpool, life inside the Manchester United dressing room, and what it was really like before the club's dominance of English football.He also shares brilliant behind-the-scenes stories about Bryan Robson, Norman Whiteside, Lee Sharpe, Eric Cantona, dressing room initiations, the famous "Fergie Out" period, and the hilarious snowball incident that nearly landed him in serious trouble with Sir Alex.This is a brilliant insight into Manchester United during one of its most important eras.In this episode:Becoming one of Fergie's FledglingsLearning under Eric HarrisonBreaking into Manchester United's first teamBeating Liverpool at Old TraffordDressing room initiationsBryan Robson's leadershipSir Alex Ferguson before the trophiesEric Cantona arrivesThe famous snowball storyNorman Whiteside, Lee Sharpe and moreIf you enjoyed the episode, please Like, Subscribe and let us know in the comments who you'd like us to interview next.

Manchester United legend Kevin Moran joins us for an incredible conversation about one of football's most unique careers.Kevin looks back on his journey from Dublin and Gaelic football to Old Trafford, revealing how he almost turned down Manchester United, the influence of Sir Alex Ferguson and Dave Sexton, life alongside Bryan Robson, Ray Wilkins and Norman Whiteside, and the stories behind one of the most successful eras in the club's history.We also discuss:Nearly rejecting Manchester UnitedWinning All-Ireland titles before footballMaking the move from Gaelic football to English footballHis famous FA Cup Final red cardPlaying under Dave Sexton and Sir Alex FergusonLife in the Manchester United dressing roomThe evolution of footballIreland, Old Trafford and life after retirementKevin is thoughtful, honest and full of brilliant stories from one of football's greatest eras.

After a season of incredible guests including Paul McGrath, Norman Whiteside, Frank Stapleton, Mick Duxbury, Aaron Wilbraham and Brian Jensen, Macca and Beats sit down for a bonus episode.The lads look back at how the podcast started, travelling to Dublin to record, growing up together, football memories, meeting legends of the game and what comes next for the show.It's a relaxed conversation between two lifelong friends reflecting on the journey so far and sharing some stories that haven't been told elsewhere.Guests featured this season include:Paul McGrathNorman WhitesideFrank StapletonMick DuxburyAaron WilbrahamBrian JensenSubscribe for future episodes and clips.#FootballPodcast #PaulMcGrath #NormanWhiteside #ManchesterUnited #AstonVilla #FootballStories #Podcast #MaccaAndBeats

Brian Jensen became one of Burnley's most iconic players, earning legendary status among Clarets fans as "The Beast".In this episode, Brian joins us to look back on an incredible football journey that took him from Denmark to Holland, West Bromwich Albion, Burnley and the Premier League.He talks about:How he earned the nickname "The Beast" Growing up in Denmark and nearly losing his football career Working as an electrician before making it as a professional footballer The incredible Burnley promotion season Saving penalties against Chelsea Wembley play-off final glory Life in the Premier League The strikers he hated facing most His favourite manager, teammates and funniest dressing-room storiesPlus plenty of laughs, football memories and behind-the-scenes stories from one of Burnley's most beloved players.#BrianJensen #TheBeast #BurnleyFC #PremierLeague #FootballPodcast #Championship #Goalkeeper #Clarets #Burnley

Aaron Wilbraham reveals what football is REALLY like outside the Premier League — and the reality of building a 20+ year career in the game. In this episode of Macca and Beats, former Norwich City, Crystal Palace and Bristol City striker Aaron Wilbraham shares honest insights from his journey through the football pyramid — from non-league football to the top level. From playing into his 40s and scoring over 700 appearances, to the challenges of contracts, injuries and life after football, this is the side of the game most fans never see. Expect: The real difference between Premier League and lower league football What it takes to last over 20 years as a professional Honest stories about contracts, agents and the business side of football The mentality needed to succeed when talent isn’t enough If you want to understand what football is really like beyond the headlines — this one’s for you. Watch and subscribe on YouTube#AaronWilbraham #FootballPodcast #EFL #PremierLeague #FootballStories

Former Arsenal and Manchester United striker Frank Stapleton joins us for an incredible look back at one of football’s greatest eras. From signing for Arsenal as a teenager, to becoming a Wembley hero, transferring to Manchester United, playing against Diego Maradona, working under Johan Cruyff and witnessing the arrival of Sir Alex Ferguson — Frank shares stories from an unforgettable career. We also dive into: Leaving Arsenal for Manchester UnitedThe famous 1979 FA Cup FinalOld Trafford in the 1980sFootball before the Bosman rulingPlaying in EuropeAjax under Johan CruyffIreland, Wembley and dressing-room cultureA brilliant football conversation packed with stories, honesty and nostalgia. 📺 Subscribe and watch on YouTube for more interviews with football legends.

Mick Duxbury tells the full story of a football career that goes far beyond the highlights. From over 200 appearances for Manchester United, 2 FA Cup winners’ medals, and 10 England caps — to life after football and starting again from scratch. In this episode, Mick opens up on: Breaking into Manchester United in the 1980s Playing 60 games in a single season Winning FA Cups… but not always feeling fulfilled Why he struggled at international level with England Life under Ron Atkinson and Alex Ferguson The reality of football’s drinking culture Moving abroad to Hong Kong Facing the end of his career And starting again — including working as a milkman before becoming a teacher. This is a raw and honest look at what a football career really looks like — on and off the pitch. 🎧 Watch and subscribe to the video podcast on YouTube #MUFC #ManchesterUnited #FootballPodcast #LifeAfterFootball #FootballStories