Let Me Be Frank Podcast

Leigh Griffiths joins Frank and Simon for a wide ranging and honest football conversation.

One of the most natural goalscorers of his generation, Leigh looks back on his trophy laden spell at Celtic, where he broke scoring milestones, hit 40 goals in a single season, and became the fastest striker since Charlie Nicholas to reach 50 for the club.

He reflects on the managers who shaped his career, explains why his time at Hibs still means so much to him, and relives that unforgettable night at Hampden when he scored two sensational late free kicks against England.

Now based in Australia, Leigh opens up about stepping away from the noise of the Scottish game, embracing a quieter life, and rediscovering his love for football through playing and coaching.

A candid and thoughtful look back at a career packed with goals, big moments and new beginnings.

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Frank and Simon return with a new Frankly Speaking as frustration around Celtic reaches boiling point.

Frank gives a blunt assessment of the current squad, insisting that what Celtic have right now is simply not strong enough to win the league. He explains where the team is falling short, why standards have slipped, and why supporters are right to be angry.

The conversation turns to the growing unity among fans against the Celtic board, with Frank arguing that the disconnect between decision makers and the support has never been wider. Recruitment, ambition and leadership are all put under the spotlight.

Unfiltered, uncompromising and straight from the heart, this is Frankly Speaking at its rawest.

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TV favourite and lifelong West Ham fan Ben Shephard joins Frank McAvennie for a brilliant football chat as they look back on one of the most iconic seasons in West Ham United history.

With 2026 marking 40 years since West Ham’s unforgettable 1986 campaign, Ben and Frank relive the players, moments and atmosphere that made it such a special year for Hammers supporters, and why it still still means so much today.

Ben also opens up about his lifelong love of West Ham, shares stories from his own celebrity football appearances, reveals which Scottish club he has a soft spot for, and explains how he manages to keep a remarkably low golf handicap alongside a busy TV career.

Packed with nostalgia, laughs and proper football stories, this is a relaxed and entertaining conversation between fans who truly get it.

Frank and Simon return with a fiery Frankly Speaking after Celtic’s underwhelming draw with Hearts at the weekend.

Frank does not hold back as he questions Celtic’s physicality, describing the performance as lightweight and saying Hearts bullied their way through the game at key moments. He also reacts strongly to the Trusty red card, insisting the referee got it right initially and that VAR official John Beaton should never have got involved in overturning the decision.

The conversation then turns to the wider picture at Celtic. Frank accuses Dermot Desmond of showing a complete lack of respect to supporters and says the disconnect between the board and the fans has never felt wider. There is also concern over Martin O’Neill, with Frank suggesting the Celtic legend looks disheartened by the current situation.

With the transfer window dragging on and pressure building, Frank makes it clear where the responsibility lies and why the board must act now.

Raw, angry and completely unfiltered Frank McAvennie, exactly as Frankly Speaking should be.

Paul Hartley joins Simon and Frank for a brilliant conversation reflecting on a career that took him to the very top of Scottish football.

A former Hearts, Celtic and Scotland midfielder, Paul gives his honest view on who he sees as favourites ahead of Sunday’s Hearts vs Celtic clash, drawing on his unique perspective of having worn both shirts.

He looks back on an outstanding career, sharing memories from Tynecastle, Celtic Park and the international stage, and speaks warmly about the managers who shaped him, including Tommy Burns, Walter Smith and Gordon Strachan.

Paul also relives the sheer brilliance of Shunsuke Nakamura, explaining why he was mesmerised by playing alongside him, and opens up on the chaos, characters and unforgettable moments from the Vladimir Romanov era at Hearts.

Insightful, honest and full of great stories, this is a must listen for anyone who loves Scottish football.

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