Best David Blackburn Podcasts (2025)

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NOTTINGHAM FOREST AGREE MALICK FOFANA DEAL | THIRD ELANGA BID | WILLIAMS SIGNS NEW CONTRACT 30:19

6h ago30:19

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Matt Davies is joined by Michael Temple to discuss Tuesday's Nottingham Forest news as the Reds reportedly agree a deal with Lyon for Malick Fofana, Neco Williams signs a new contract until 2029 and Newcastle make a third bid for Anthony Elanga.We discuss the report from Fabrizio Romano that Forest have agreed a deal for Belgium winger Fofana, alth…

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HENRY WINTER | 'NOTTINGHAM FOREST HAVE A SPECIAL PLAYER IN ELLIOT ANDERSON' 39:15

17h ago39:15

39:15

Matt Davies is joined by Henry Winter after he covered England Under-21s European Championship win in Slovakia. We discuss Elliot Anderson in depth after Henry was hugely impressed with the Nottingham Forest midfielder. We also touch on how next season's Premier League will look as clubs start to make transfers. #nffc #nottinghamforest 🎫 Get your t…

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Ep74 — Should We Scrap The Pint Measure? 57:49

1d ago57:49

57:49

Should we scrap the pint measure? Or is the very notion of doing so rooted in prejudices like classism? These were the questions I asked following the September 2024 publication of a study led by researchers at the University of Cambridge. Back then my focus was singular: why indeed did such a study focus specifically not just on beer, but on pubs?…

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NOTTINGHAM FOREST MOVE A STEP CLOSER TO EUROPA LEAGUE? | IGOR JESUS PASSES MEDICAL 58:50

1d ago58:50

58:50

Matt Davies is joined by Michael Temple, Pete Blackburn and TNT Sports commentator Darren Fletcher as Nottingham Forest are forced to wait even longer to discover which European competition they will be in after UEFA delayed a decision on Crystal Palace's Europa League participation until Lyon's appeal against relegation is heard. It could prove to…

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WHICH BOTAFOGO PLAYERS WILL SIGN FOR NOTTINGHAM FOREST AFTER CLUB WORLD CUP EXIT? 22:22

3d ago22:22

22:22

Botafogo are out of the Club World Cup after their defeat to Palmeiras. Nottingham Forest fans will now hope that Igor Jesus, Jair Cunha and Cuiabano will complete their transfers. We're joined by Pedro from Glorious Botafogo to discuss how many of the three will join and how much of a whole they will leave in the Brazilian side. #nffc #nottinghamf…

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CAN DANILO AND MATT TURNER TRANSFERS FROM NOTTINGHAM FOREST TO LYON BE SAVED? 20:43

4d ago20:43

20:43

Nottingham Forest's plan to sell Danilo and Matt Turner looked to be over when Lyon were relegated from Ligue 1 in France due to their huge debts. Luke Entwistle, editor in chief of Get French Football News, returns to tell us is the deals can be salvaged as Lyon appeal their relegation. Luke also tells us how Lyon got into the mess under John Text…

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Toby Merriman, Matt Villamaino, Bill Gwaltney and Tim Merriman Talk Story about AI in Interpretation 45:47

4d ago45:47

45:47

Matt Villamaino, Bill Gwaltney, Toby Merriman, and Tim Merriman gather on Zoom to explore the role of Artificial Intelligence in heritage interpretation—with a focus on authenticity, ethics, and emerging opportunities. Toby Merriman, MFA, serves as Assistant Director of the Center for Virtual Expression at Southern Illinois University, where he sup…

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COLIN FRAY ON ANTHONY ELANGA AND NEWCASTLE | WEAH DEAL OFF 51:11

4d ago51:11

51:11

Matt Davies is joined by BBC Radio Nottingham's Forest commentator Colin Fray as we discuss Forest getting approval to rebuild the Peter Taylor Stand, Anthony Elanga's future as Newcastle United look to sign him, Timothy Weah rejecting a move from Juventus and more. #nffc #nottinghamforest 🎫 Get your tickets to our next live show now: https://www.g…

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Michael Lewis: America Is Run by Bullies 1:01:03

5d ago1:01:03

1:01:03

Before The Big Short, Moneyball or The Blind Side became bestsellers (and Hollywood hits), Michael Lewis was just trying to make sense of a world where things didn’t add up- from Wall Street to the government to the rules of sport. In this episode of Full Disclosure, James O’Brien sits down with the celebrated writer to unpack the origins of his ou…

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SECOND ANTHONY ELANGA BID MADE | NOTTINGHAM FOREST TRANSFER PLAN CLEAR? | ELLIOT ANDERSON SHINES 1:02:20

5d ago1:02:20

1:02:20

Newcastle United have made a second bid of 'around £50m' for Nottingham Forest winger according to the Daily Telegraph. Anthony Elanga. We discuss the Sweden winger's transfer situation, plus we also tackle the latest reports on Juventus wingers Samuel Mbangula and Timothy Weah, Forest winger Ramon Sosa and the possibility deals could be scuppered …

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#150: Rampage-Olga Hepnarová, Animal-Siegfried & Roy, and Tiger’s Claw cocktail 43:14

6d ago43:14

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This week Jane tells us about Olga Hepnarová, a Czechoslovakia woman who felt that society and her family hated her. She wanted to make a statement about how terrible people treated her and she wanted to be remembered. She used a truck to enact her revenge then requested to be executed after being convicted. Deklan tells us about animal lovers Sieg…

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NOTTINGHAM FOREST REJECT £45M BID FOR ANTHONY ELANGA | JORDAN HENDERSON LINKED | LYON RELEGATED! 39:16

7d ago39:16

39:16

Nottingham Forest have rejected a £45m bid from Newcastle United as they reportedly value the winger at £60m. Matt Davies is joined by Forest fan and Nottinghamshire cricket legend Samit Patel for a different interview than the one planned as we also discuss Forest's reported interest in Jordan Henderson and the wider transfer plan, plus the news N…

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ADAM SUMMERTON'S VERDICT ON TIMOTHY WEAH AND SAMUEL MBANGULA AS NOTTINGHAM FOREST EYE JUVENTUS PAIR 35:43

8d ago35:43

35:43

Matt Davies is joined by TNT Sports' Serie A commentator Adam Summerton as Nottingham Forest are strongly linked with a double move for Juventus wingers Samuel Mbangula and Timothy Weah for a reported fee of between 20m and 23m euros. The news has been reported on by Fabrizio Romano and Sky Sports Italy. We also here from podcast regulars Chief and…

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HAVE NOTTINGHAM FOREST SECURED THEIR BEST SIGNING? | JAIR CUNHA DEAL COLLAPSE? | ELANGA SWAP? 59:12

9d ago59:12

59:12

Matt Davies joined by Michael Temple, Mikey Clarke and Pete Blackburn as we discuss the latest Nottingham Forest news. On the agenda is a new deal for Nuno Espirito Santo and the prospect of new contracts for Neco Williams, Ola Aina and Callum Hudson-Odoi. We also look at the latest transfer news as Jota Silva is linked with a move to Jose Mourinho…

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Remembering Julie with David and Dee O'Keeffe 14:35

9d ago14:35

14:35

The family of Irish backpacker Julie O'Keeffe remember her in this emotional episode on the 25th anniversary of the fire Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/childers. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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The Reflections of Memorial Mastermind Sam di Mauro 9:16

9d ago9:16

9:16

Sam di Mauro was responsible for developing the Memorial to the victims of the Palace fire. On the 25th anniversary he reflects on the work he created Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/childers. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Rob Jansen Returns to Childers 25 Years On 15:43

9d ago15:43

15:43

Dutch backpacker Rob Jansen escaped the Palace Hostel fire. He has returned to pay his respects and say thank you to the local community on the 25th anniversary Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/childers. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Chat With Good Friend of Sebastian Westerveld and Adam Rowland - Daiman McIntyre 17:24

9d ago17:24

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Daiman McIntyre met Seb and Adam as young backpackers in early 2000. In this episode he returns to Childers for the first time in 24 years and reflects on his time spent with his travel buddies Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/childers. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.…

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Childers Fire Fighters Bob Winkelmann & Hayden Whitaker 15:56

9d ago15:56

15:56

Bob Winkelmann & Hayden Whitaker were the first-responder fire fighters when the Palace Backpacker Hostel was set alight. 25 years on they sat down to reflect on that night, the work required to put out the blaze and the efforts to get people out of the building. Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/childers. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/…

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NUNO SIGNS NEW NOTTINGHAM FOREST DEAL | WILLIAMS AND AINA NEXT? | JAIR CUNHA DOUBT? 12:01

11d ago12:01

12:01

Nuno Espirito Santo has signed a new contract with Nottingham Forest until 2028. Matt Davies reflects on the excellent news on the Reds manager, as well as the latest other Forest news on the futures of Neco Williams and Ola Aina, plus a potential worry over the transfer for Jair Cunha. #NFFC #nottinghamforest 🎫 Get your tickets to our next live sh…

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PODCAST QUIZ AS WE PUT OUR NOTTINGHAM FOREST KNOWLEDGE TO THE TEST 1:46:48

11d ago1:46:48

1:46:48

We held our first end of season podcast quiz as Forest Focus regulars saw their Nottingham Forest knowledge put to the test by quizmasters Pete Blackburn, Dan Cook and Paul Morley. The teams in action were Matt Davies, Greg Mitchell and their captain Simon Fotheringham as they took on a team of Michael Temple, Mikey Clarke and Chris Aylmer with Tem…

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Creator of "The Palace" Stage Production Rod Ainsworth 13:10

12d ago13:10

13:10

The Childers community has long been applauded and celebrated for how it responded in the wake of the fire at the Palace Backpackers Hostel in June 2000. Those efforts are now the inspiration behind a musical stage production which will be performed during the 25th anniversary commemorations. Its creative director Rod Ainsworth explains the backgro…

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Amber Rudd: I resigned because I couldn’t defend the indefensible 59:24

12d ago59:24

59:24

Former Home Secretary who chose principle over position, Amber Rudd has spent much of her life at the centre of power. From banking to frontbench politics, her career has spanned the high-stakes worlds of business, government and Brexit-era turmoil. In this episode of Full Disclosure, James O’Brien sits down with Amber to reflect on the decisions, …

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NOTTINGHAM FOREST LINKED WITH KAIO JORGE | NEW DEAL FOR WILLY BOLY | CITY GROUND BREAKTHROUGH 52:07

12d ago52:07

52:07

Matt Davies is joined by Emily Anderson and Pete Blackburn to discuss the latest Nottingham Forest transfer news as they are linked with Brazilian strikers Kaio Jorge, who is also being tracked by Bayern Munich and Bayer Leverkusen, and Romulo Cardoso. We also discuss Willy Boly's new deal, positive news on the future of the City Ground and Elliot …

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Bundaberg Regional Council Mayor Helen Blackburn 23:16

13d ago23:16

23:16

These days Helen Blackburn is the Mayor of Bundaberg Regional Council which will host a 25th anniversary service in a few days time. But she also has her own attachment to the Childers tragedy through a key counselling role in the immediate aftermath of the fire. In this episode Helen discusses her recollections of 25 years ago and how the 25th ann…

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Jake Klein, Executive Chair of Evolution Mining 1:28:36

13d ago1:28:36

1:28:36

50th Ep. Gold. China. Leadership. Strategy. Australian Mining’s Challenges. Unfiltered. Our special guest is one of Australia’s most influential mining leaders, Jake Klein, Executive Chair of Evolution Mining. In this jam packed Finding the Front 50thepisode Jake provides valuable lessons and observations in gold, China and importantly, the future …

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NOTTINGHAM FOREST FIXTURES BREAKDOWN | FRENCH FOOTBALL EXPERT ON JOHN TEXTOR 1:06:20

13d ago1:06:20

1:06:20

Nottingham Forest will kick off the 2025/26 Premier League season at home to Brentford after the fixtures were officially released. Matt Davies is joined by Paul Morley and Pete Blackburn to assess the opening six games, the run-in, festive games and see if Forest face any nightmare runs of games. Matt then speaks with Luke Entwistle, editor of Get…

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#149: Special release-Happy Hour 34:56

13d ago34:56

34:56

This week we are doing a special release of a Happy Hour-ish episode. This is normally a Patreon exclusive episode but we are sharing it with everyone! Happy hour is our totally unscripted version with some current stories and lots of discussions and chats about what kind of crazy things we’re finding in the news and online. Want to contact us, fin…

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Childers Is Returning With New Episodes 5:28

15d ago5:28

5:28

It's been five years since Childers: The Full Story was released. Now, as the 25th anniversary of the tragic fire in the small Queensland town is about to be marked, we are re-visiting the story. New episodes are coming soon Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/childers. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.…

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HARRY TOFFOLO ON A SECOND CHANCE AT NOTTINGHAM FOREST, MISSING OUT ON THE TOP FIVE AND WHAT IS NEXT 48:37

15d ago48:37

48:37

Matt Davies is joined by soon to be former Nottingham Forest defender Harry Toffolo to discuss the highs and lows of his three years at the club, what Forest means to him, missing out on the Champions League and what is next for him. #nffc #nottinghamforest 🎫 Get your tickets to our next live show now: https://www.gigantic.com/forest-focus-tickets/…

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NOTTINGHAM FOREST Q&A: NUNO'S FUTURE, DREAM SIGNING AND LEAVING THE CITY GROUND 1:04:52

15d ago1:04:52

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Matt Davies is joined by Emily Anderson, Mark Sutherns and Michael Temple as we take questions submitted by Nottingham Forest fans. Topics include the futures of Nuno, Anthony Elanga and Morgan Gibbs-White, as well as dream transfers, leaving the City Ground and the lack of goals from outside the box. #NFFC #nottinghamforest 🎫 Get your tickets to o…

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Marc Blackburn, NPS Historian and Interpreter, Joins Bill Gwaltney and Tim Merriman on Reflections on Interpretation! 33:27

18d ago33:27

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Born and raised in California, Marc Blackburn’s love of history led him to the Pacific Northwest, where he earned a B.A. in history from the University of Puget Sound in Tacoma, Washington. Inspired by a passion for teaching and the complexities of the American experience, he pursued graduate work at Temple University in Philadelphia. There, under …

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COULD OMAR RICHARDS SAVE HIS NOTTINGHAM FOREST CAREER (AND SAVE FOREST A TRANSFER)? 29:11

18d ago29:11

29:11

Matt Davies is joined by Barney from the Long Ball Futebol podcast once again to discuss how Nottingham Forest's loan players fared at Rio Ave last season. We focus on Omar Richards and ask if he can salvage his Forest career. We all discuss Jonathan Panzo and Brandon Aguilera, who left on a permanent deal a year ago. We also look at Rio Ave's seas…

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Jameela Jamil: Getting hit by that car changed everything 1:01:36

19d ago1:01:36

1:01:36

Actor, activist, and unapologetic truth-teller, Jameela Jamil has lived many lives and survived every single one of them with grit, wit, and an unwavering sense of justice. In this episode of Full Disclosure, James O’Brien sits down with Jameela to explore a journey that defies expectation. From a childhood shaped by illness, isolation and relentle…

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KEEP, LOAN OR SELL? | RATING THE ENTIRE NOTTINGHAM FOREST SQUAD 1:25:25

20d ago1:25:25

1:25:25

Matt Davies is joined by Greg Mitchell, Mark Sutherns and Mikey Clarke as we go through the entire Nottingham Forest squad and decide who should stay, who should go and who should be loaned out. We'll also discuss an fresh transfer news. #nffc #nottinghamforest 🙏 Do like and subscribe to our channel. You can also become a member here: https://www.y…

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THOMAS TUCHEL'S CITY GROUND SHAMBLES | NEWCASTLE WANT ANOTHER KEY NOTTINGHAM FOREST MAN 52:44

20d ago52:44

52:44

Matt Davies is joined by Matt Davies-Adams and Michael Temple to discuss the latest Nottingham Forest news as Newcastle United are linked with a move to head hunt Forest chief football officer and sporting director Ross Wilson. We'll also discuss the latest transfer news as Arsenal are linked with Anthony Elanga, while Lyon owner John Textor is sai…

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#148: Family annihilator-Timothy Blackburn, Haunted: Theatre Royal Drury Lane, and the London Lemonade 46:20

20d ago46:20

46:20

This week Deklan tells us about Timothy Blackburn who was involved in one of the largest heists Las Vegas has seen. However, he was caught by police and placed in jail for the crime. He managed to escape jail and took his family hostage. Unfortunately, it didn’t turn out well for his children and himself when the police finally caught up to him. Ja…

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GUY MOWBRAY ON MATT TURNER TO LYON, GIBBS-WHITE TO SAUDI ARABIA, NOTTINGHAM FOREST'S PALACE LETTER 58:01

21d ago58:01

58:01

Matt Davies is joined by the BBC's chief football commentator Guy Mowbray on today's show. We discuss Nottingham Forest goalkeeper Matt Turner being on the brink of a move to Lyon, Morgan Gibbs-White being linked with a transfer to the Saudi Pro League and Forest reportedly writing to UEFA over with regards to Crystal Palace's place in the Europa L…

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HOW MUCH IS ANTHONY ELANGA WORTH? SHOULD NOTTINGHAM FOREST SAY NO TO NEWCASTLE | TOFFOLO TO LEAVE 1:00:13

23d ago1:00:13

1:00:13

Matt Davies is joined by Michael Temple and Nottingham Forest legend Garry Birtles to discuss the latest Reds news, including Newcastle United's interest in Anthony Elanga and the need for Morgan Gibbs-White, Ola Aina, Callum Hudson-Odoi and Neco Williams to sign new contracts. We'll also discuss the possibility that Forest could play in the Europa…

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Ep73 — Theakston Brewery in Masham, North Yorkshire 41:05

23d ago41:05

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It’s fair to say I’ve developed something of an obsession with Theakston’s Old Peculier. Ever since deputy ed. Katie Mather and I sat down and had a couple of pints in Manchester’s The Salisbury a year or so ago, it’s become a cornerstone of my drinking habits. Katie went on to write a very fine profile of this majestic beer, and following that the…

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COULD DALE TAYLOR HELP SOLVE A PROBLEM FOR NOTTINGHAM FOREST? 21:57

25d ago21:57

21:57

Matt Davies is joined by Charlie from the Progress With Unity Podcast on Wigan Athletic to tell us more about Nottingham Forest striker Dale Taylor after his impressive loan spell with the League One club. Forest need to have four homegrown players in their Europa Conference League squad. Could he be one of them? #nffc #nottinghamforest 🙏 Do like a…

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EVANGELOS MARINAKIS AND NOTTINGHAM FOREST'S RELATIONSHIP WITH OLYMPIACOS | IS CARMO GOOD ENOUGH? 38:51

26d ago38:51

38:51

Matt Davies is joined by Ari from the Thrylos 7 International podcast to discuss the relationship between Nottingham Forest and Olympiacos, how Olympiacos fans view Evangelos Marinakis and get his thoughts on David Carmo and Marko Stamenic, who spent last season on loan with the Greek champions. #nffc #nottinghamforest 🙏 Do like and subscribe to ou…

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Larry Lamb: Damaged people are dangerous because they know they can survive 1:03:39

26d ago1:03:39

1:03:39

Known to millions as Mick Shipman in Gavin & Stacey and Archie Mitchell in EastEnders, Larry Lamb has lived a life far more complex than any character he’s played. From a fractured childhood in postwar London, to becoming one of Britain’s most familiar faces- his story is one of survival, resilience and transformation. In this episode of Full Discl…

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MORGAN GIBBS-WHITE TO STAY AS MAN CITY END INTEREST? | NOTTINGHAM FOREST FAN PHONE IN 1:14:35

27d ago1:14:35

1:14:35

Matt Davies is joined by Mark Sutherns for our latest Nottingham Forest fan phone in as we take calls from supporters on all things Forest. We also discuss Morgan Gibbs-White's future as Manchester City reportedly end their interest in the England international. #nffc #nottinghamforest 🙏 Do like and subscribe to our channel. You can also become a m…

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#147: Serial-Randy Kraft, Ghosts-Fukushima, and the Tsunami cocktail 55:37

27d ago55:37

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This week Jane tells us about a prolific serial killer from California, Randy Kraft. He was convicted for 16 victims but it is believed he had over 60 victims. He kept a cryptic diary of his escapades that helped convict him. Deklan tells us about the earthquake off the coast of Japan which caused a massive tsunami in 2011. The tsunami also caused …

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DARREN FLETCHER ON NOTTINGHAM FOREST'S TRANSFER WINDOW AND AMBITIONS NEXT SEASON 1:05:45

28d ago1:05:45

1:05:45

Matt Davies catches up with podcast regular, TNT Sports commentator Darren Fletcher, to reflect on Nottingham Forest's season and the summer ahead as he calls for some statement moves from the club he supports. We also discussion Forest's ambitions for next season and conclude the show with a discussion about the state of the game. #nffc #nottingha…

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John Hughes, Founder of John Hughes Group 1:14:25

28d ago1:14:25

1:14:25

A Legend Behind the Wheel of Business. Few names carry weight in the WA Automotive sector like John Hughes. Starting his own business in his early 30s in 1969 and for over 50 years, navigating business cycles, accumulating a stable of new car brands and a huge pre-owned vehicle operation to now having car yards across Perth. John has led from the f…

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DANILO TO LEAVE NOTTINGHAM FOREST | DOMINGUEZ INJURY BLOW | NATHAN JOYES ON TRIO | PALACE EURO DOUBT 48:56

28d ago48:56

48:56

Matt Davies is joined by friend of the show Nathan Joyes from the Copa Club as we discuss the latest Nottingham Forest news. On the agenda is Danilo's possible move to Lyon, the latest on Nicolas Dominguez's injury status and Crystal Palace potentially being kicked out of European competition. We also get Nathan's expert opinion on Igor Jesus, Jair…

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NOTTINGHAM FOREST TARGET BOTAFOGO TRIO AS MORGAN GIBBS-WHITE COULD STAY? | TRANSFER LATEST 1:10:31

30d ago1:10:31

1:10:31

Matt Davies is joined by Michael Temple and Pete Blackburn to discuss the latest Nottingham Forest transfer news. That includes the possibility of Morgan Gibbs-White staying as Manchester City target Rayan Cherki and Tijjani Reijnders.We'll also look at Forest's reported interest in Botafogo's Igor Jesus, Jair Cunha and Cuiabano as multiple sources…

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SCOUTING REPORT | BOTAFOGO EXPERT ON IGOR JESUS, JAIR CUNHA AND CUIABANO AMID NOTTINGHAM FOREST TALK 13:35

1M ago13:35

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Nottingham Forest are reportedly closing in on deals for Botafogo's Brazilian trio of Igor Jesus, Jair Cunha and Cuiabano. We're incredibly grateful for this great scouting report on the trio from Pedro from Glorious Botafogo, a top English language source for all things Botafogo. You can see more of them at.... @GloriousBotafogo on YouTube and Ins…

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