Let Me Be Frank Podcast

Peter Grant joins Frank McAvennie and Simon Houston after Celtic’s incredible title triumph following one of the wildest races in years.

With Martin O’Neill returning under huge pressure and somehow dragging Celtic over the line, the big question is raised:

Was this actually a greater achievement than reaching Seville?

The lads discuss how Celtic looked out of the race at one stage, how Hearts became favourites, and why the relentless pressure of the title run may have been even tougher than a cup journey.

There’s also debate over whether Celtic won the title through mentality and experience… or whether Hearts let it slip when it mattered most.

Peter reflects on Martin O’Neill’s influence, Neil Lennon’s connection to his former manager ahead of Hampden, and what Celtic still need to improve despite winning the league.

Another emotional, funny and passionate Frankly Speaking packed with big opinions and brilliant football insight.

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Celtic are champions after a dramatic final day victory over Hearts, and Frank and Simon react to all the title-winning chaos 🍀

Frank hails Martin O’Neill as “St Martin the Miracle Man”, joking he’ll personally take him to Rome to meet the Pope and get him a sainthood after somehow guiding Celtic to the title.

The lads also discuss the pitch invasion scenes after the game, with Frank admitting if he was Lawrence Shankland he’d have reacted very differently after being confronted by supporters on the pitch.

There’s debate too on whether fences should return to stop fans getting onto the pitch and ruining the occasion for everyone else.

Another emotional, chaotic and hilarious Frankly Speaking after one of the wildest title races in years.

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🏆 SHORTLISTED!

Let Me Be Frank has been shortlisted for Spotify Listeners’ Choice at the Scottish Podcast Awards.

If you’ve enjoyed the football, the stories, the guests and Frank talking over Simon for the last year or so, we’d genuinely love your vote ❤️

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Andy Ritchie joins Frank McAvennie and Simon Houston for a fascinating and emotional look back on one of Scottish football’s great “what if?” stories.

Once considered one of the brightest talents in the country, Andy reflects on becoming Scottish Player of the Year while playing part-time for Morton, even fixing roads the very day he collected the award.

He tells the incredible story of finishing second only to Paolo Rossi in Europe’s Golden Boot standings, yet feeling overlooked because he played outside the spotlight.

There are brilliant stories throughout, from his complicated relationship with Jock Stein, who released him before later trying to bring him back, to addressing claims he was lazy and nicknamed “The Idle Idol”.

Andy also opens up about missing out on the World Cup through Scotland’s old committee selection system, leaving football before the age of 28, his mental health struggles, and later returning to Celtic as chief scout, where he played a key role in bringing Paul Lambert to the club from European champions Borussia Dortmund.

Funny, honest and packed with incredible football stories, this is a remarkable episode.
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Frank and Simon react after Celtic’s huge 3–1 win over Rangers completely changes the title picture.

After weeks of doubting Celtic, Frank finally changes his mind after watching them tear Rangers apart and asks where this performance has been all season.

With Rangers now officially out of the race, Celtic sit just one point behind Hearts with two games remaining… and a massive final-day clash still to come at Celtic Park.

There’s also discussion around West Ham, with Frank fearing the Hammers now look destined for the drop.

Another lively Frankly Speaking packed with reaction, debate and big opinions after a huge day in Scottish football.

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Chris Morris joins Frank McAvennie and Simon Houston to relive one of the most iconic periods in Celtic’s history.

The only ever-present player during the club’s historic centenary season, Chris shares brilliant stories from a title-winning campaign filled with unforgettable characters and moments.

He also reflects on his international career with Ireland, including Italia 90, the European Championships, beating England in 1988 and the famous claim of having John Barnes “in his pocket”.

There are incredible off-field stories too, from meeting the Pope in 1990 to coming face-to-face with Margaret Thatcher at Hampden before the 1988 Cup Final.

Chris also tells the story of introducing The Fields of Athenry at Celtic functions and why he believes it became one of the club’s most iconic anthems.

Packed with humour, nostalgia and brilliant insight, this is a must-watch for any football fan.
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