Let Me Be Frank Podcast

John Rowbotham joins Frank and Simon for one of the most revealing conversations we’ve ever had on the podcast.

From the highest levels of FIFA officiating to the moments that still sting years later, John opens up about the controversial decisions, the intense scrutiny and the emotional cost of being the man in the middle.

He explains what it really feels like when 50,000 people think you’ve got it wrong. The pressure before kick-off. The split-second calls that can define careers. And the moments that stay with you long after the final whistle.

There are heartbreaking stories. There are brutal truths. And there are genuinely hilarious moments too, including the Collina lookalike comparisons that followed him throughout his career.

This is the side of refereeing fans rarely hear. Honest, emotional and surprisingly funny.

If you’ve ever shouted at a referee, this might just change how you see the game.

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Frank and Simon return with another explosive Frankly Speaking following a weekend that has left Celtic fans furious.

Frank reacts with anger to the Trusty red card and cannot believe there was no penalty awarded for the foul on Liam Scales. He calls for action to be taken against what he describes as a Motherwell cheat and questions the consistency of officiating.

But it doesn’t stop there.

Frank fears Celtic could easily finish FOURTH this season if standards do not improve. He explains why the current performances are not good enough and why the board and players need to get their fingers out.

The chat also turns to the upcoming trip to Ibrox, with Frank giving his predictions for both the league clash and the cup tie.

And could Kieran Tierney move into central defence? Frank gives his view on where he should play and what Celtic must do tactically.

Strong opinions. No holding back.
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Tam Cowan is back on Let Me Be Frank and, as always, nothing is off limits.

The big question first: who does Tam Cowan really support? He finally addresses the rumours, the accusations and the long-running debate.

The chat also turns to Motherwell’s incredible form and whether they are genuinely in a title race this season. Tam gives his honest take on how far they can go and what it would mean for the club.

There are plenty of laughs too, as Tam shares some of his favourite jokes and stories from a lifetime in comedy and broadcasting.

As ever, it’s sharp, funny and properly unfiltered.

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Frank and Simon return with full reaction to a dramatic weekend in the title race.

Celtic left it late to beat Kilmarnock. Rangers hit Hearts for four. And with Hearts sitting top of the table, the race has taken another twist.

Frank reveals which of the three contenders he thinks plays the best football right now, asks who the real favourites are, and explains why this one is going right down to the wire.

There is also classic Macca humour as he jokes that Hoops hero could be his long lost son.

Big opinions. Big laughs. Massive title race.

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Jim Leishman joins Simon and Frank for one of the funniest and most entertaining episodes we’ve had on the podcast.

Widely regarded as one of Scottish football’s great characters, Jim proves exactly why as he shares outrageous stories, brilliant memories and plenty of sharp football insight.

He looks back on scoring against Rangers, hearing Celtic fans chant his name, and why some labelled him a tactical genius during his managerial spell. He also relives scoring for Celtic and shares a cracking story involving Neil Lennon.

A perfect mix of humour, honesty and proper football nostalgia from one of the game’s most colourful personalities.

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