Mick McCarthy: Billy McNeill, Celtic ’88 and a Dressing Room Full of Leaders
12/03/2026 | 49 mins.
Mick McCarthy joins Frank McAvennie and Simon Houston for a brilliant football conversation looking back at one of Celtic’s most important modern seasons.
Mick reflects on Billy McNeill’s legendary 1988 side, the leadership that ran through the dressing room and what made that team so special.
The chat also revisits memorable Old Firm battles, one spectacular sending-off and why Jack Charlton remained one of the most loved and influential figures in Mick’s football life.
Packed with stories, humour and real insight into a remarkable era of football.
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Frankly Speaking: “The Blame Lies Here” Fuming Macca Points Finger After Ibrox Chaos
09/03/2026 | 21 mins.
Frank McAvennie and Simon Houston react to the dramatic Old Firm clash at Ibrox which saw Celtic knock Rangers out after a tense 0–0 draw and penalty shootout.
But the football was only part of the story.
Frank gives his unfiltered reaction to the chaos that followed the final whistle, the pitch invasion at Ibrox and the fallout that has dominated the headlines since.
Macca also points the finger at where he believes the real blame lies and explains why the situation should never have escalated the way it did.
It is another lively Frankly Speaking with strong opinions, honest reactions and plenty of debate after one of the most talked-about Old Firm games in recent memory.
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Frankly speaking, there's nobody quite like Frank McAvennie. Whether it's fun, football, or forthright opinions, Macca is the ultimate lovable rogue with a career full of scrapes & triumphs. He topped scoring charts for Celtic and West Ham and represented Scotland in the World Cup. Since hanging up his boots, he's known for his hilarious after-dinner speeches & sharp punditry. Now, with his new podcast "Let Me Be Frank," Macca alongside co-host Simon Houston tackles today's big issues with his unique style, joined by top names in sport, music, entertainment, and more. Tune in for a wild ride!