We welcome guests from across the political spectrum & listen to what they have to say - asking them questions to help our audience hear about policy or process. Trick & gotcha question free zone.
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A podcast dedicated to the most successful club on the South Coast, Portsmouth FC. Run by a group of mates from PompeyNewsNow with a passion for Pompey and messy away days. Listen weekly for new episodes! Subscribe/Follow - Help grow the podcast free and never miss an episode. Enjoy the podcast? Let us know on Apple Podcasts by leaving a quick review and a 5⭐️ rating. We appreciate your support it really helps. Twitter - @PO4cast @PompeyNewsNow. Website - www.pompeynewsnow.com
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Join us weekly for #Pompey views, news, and reviews about the blues, complete with laughs, banter, and the occasional incorrect stat. Whether you're a die-hard fan or just looking for a good time, tune in—you might just like it! Get in contact if your want to comment or contribute. Tweet Mike & Dan @pompeypod Follow us www.facebook.com/pompeypod Watch us on YouTube https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCzeKL93_prPHN-fjb16qS_Q All music by Matrika - Thanks! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy f ...
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Welcome to Pompey Eclectic with your hosts Simon and Phil (Portsmouth born) delivering amusing and interesting discussion on a different topic every episode from an eclectic variety of subjects from the heart of Portsmouth, UK.
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A weekly podcast about Portsmouth Football Club. Host Barry Clements discusses transfers, news, results, fixtures and anything Pompey with a range of guests.
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A Pompey podcast brought to you by the Portsmouth News
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Every Episode Matt Piper from Weekend Offender Records interviews some fantastic Portsmouth based Artists in the cites growing music scene complete with Live performances
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A highly detailed and thorough examination of the life and times of one of Rome's greatest generals.
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You win some (Leeds United) you lose some (Plymouth and Preston) - the life of a Pompey fan is predictably unpredictable. What can you say about these two defeats? Certainly not much that is positive. They have asked more questions than answers. Is Lang the key element of this team? Were the team shattered after Leeds? If so, why no changes? Why so…
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After the high of the Leeds win, the most Pompey thing had to happen. Hugh, Andy and Freddie get stuck into two very different games this week. The lads discuss how effective the system was against Leeds compared to how lost it looked against the low block of Plymouth. It just got a bit tighter in the relegation battle. Finally, we preview the trip…
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Hands Off Portsmouth! with Steve Pitt
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58:29We welcome Leader of Portsmouth City Council, Cllr Steve Pitt onto the show to talk us through Local Government Reorganisation (LGR) & Devolution. -Glorious future or shut-gun wedding? -What’s new since the government’s white paper just before Christmas? -Who’s deciding what? -What is changing & when? -What price could Portsmouth residents be left …
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Oh the life of a Pompey Fan. Amazing against Leeds, dour against Plymouth. Incredible, but it's what we've come to expect. This preview was recorded before the Plymouth disaster, so forgive us for our positive demeanor :) Next up is a trip to the north west to play Preston NE. If you were a neutral, this would be a home banker due to our away form …
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What could be more 'Pompey' than defeat against the bottom team one week followed by a victory against the top team the next? Leeds United had quality throughout their team, but Portsmouth more than matched them in every department except one; we put the ball in the net and they didn't. We had a little bit of luck, but this was not a lucky win. Fro…
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After a dour defeat at Kenilworth Road, Pompey return to Fortress Fratton this weekend... to face table topping Leeds United. We could say about our home form being great. We could say that Leeds are poor when it comes to early kick-offs, we could even say we nearly won (and nearly lost) at Elland Road on the opening day... But let's face it, Leeds…
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Mad Hatters End Pompey’s Run
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1:27:57Pompey’s loss to Luton has put a bit of pressure back on the blues as they prepare to face high-flying Leeds and struggling Plymouth. Hugh, Andy and Freddie are reunited after the Amsterdam trip. The lads drafted in David Norris who has been co-commentating for Plymouth to preview Wednesday’s six pointer. Before that, the lads review the Luton game…
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This was a tough watch and a game to forget for Portsmouth as they slipped to yet another away defeat, the 12th in 18 away games this season. Due to the injury crisis at centre back, which seems to have plagued Pompey all season, Marlon Pack was drafted back in alongside Poole. It was a poor match, played on a poor pitch, with very few chances for …
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Portsmouth City Council Meeting 25/02/25 - Budget for 2025/26 & beyond -What is the ·Lib Dem administration saying about the city·s finances for 25/26 and beyond? -What amendments were put forward by the other parties (PIP, Labour, Conservative)? -Which were struck down or accepted by the council? Original meeting details: https://democracy.portsmo…
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After three wins in a row and now nine points clear of the relegation zone, this weekend Portsmouth ravel to bottom club Luton Town. Who'd have thought that Luton would struggle so badly this season after dropping out of the Prem last year? Despite changing their manager, they are struggle to find any sort of form. The return match was eventful, de…
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A Three Pointer vs the Hoops
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1:21:34Andy, Jack Hancock and Joth Taylor are here for the 250th PO4cast episode to give our weekly dose of Pompey content. - The lads discuss the huge win against QPR, making it three wins on the bounce- try to figure out the best way forward with centre back injuries coming back onto the scene- celebrate Colby Bishop's contract until 2028 at Fratton Par…
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Take a bow Josh Murphy. He continued his recent excellent form to fire Portsmouth nine points clear of the relegation zone and up to 17th in the table with one goal and one assist. This was a tough game, and it came with a cost. Atkinson, Matthews, Swanson, and Hayden all limped off, with the first two looking a concern. This run of has seen Portsm…
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Pompey gets their second win away from home but loses Callum Lang for the season…Hugh, Andy and Freddie jump into looking at the Oxford game. The lads discuss the impact of losing Callum Lang. Is Adil Aouchiche the answer to fill the void? With all their loan players Pompey must leave one out of the match squad. Who is set to miss out now Potts has…
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Last weekend Pompey recorded their first away win since we beat QPR at Loftus Road, could they now make it 3 wins in a row? Since that home defeat to Pompey, QPR have rallied from being stuck at the foot of the table to now being comfortable in midtable, with a possible late run to the play-offs. The news of Callum Lang is a huge blow for Portsmout…
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Portsmouth recorded back-to-back wins AND an away win against Cardiff and Oxford. Both were scrappy. Both were hard fought. And both showed the character and spirit we have in this group of players. The wins lift Pompey 7 points clear of the drop. Here's our thoughts on the Cardiff and Oxford games. Feel free to add you comments below? Play Up Pomp…
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Cabinet Meeting 11th Feb 2025 - Budget spoilers
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58:36February 14th was valentines day. February 11th while not being valentines day was an expression of emotions other than love - to call it hate would be strong, but we'll let you decide.. The Cabinet Meeting of Portsmouth City Council met to review certain proposals ahead of the Council's Full Budget Meeting February 25th. Full meeting details avail…
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Putting Bluebirds to the Sword
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1:15:18Pompey rebounded back from a disappointing defeat to Sheffield United to get a vital three points. Hugh Andy and Freddie jump into looking at the Sheffield United game and then turn their focus to Cardiff, The lads discuss the narrative around Colby Bishop and how the team are working in midfield with Freddie Potts injured. Finally, we preview Oxfo…
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Recorded prior to Portsmouth's hard fought win against Cardiff, we look ahead to the weekend's clash at the Kassam. The first game at Fratton ended with a point each, can Portsmouth go one better, which would life us further away from the drop zone? Oxford are in decent form and well clear from the threat of relegation. We take a look at the head-t…
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Portsmouth suffered their seventh consecutive away defeat, but it could've been a completely different story. So often we have been found wanting on our travels, making wholesale changes and getting rolled over. This was different. This was better. Much better. We should've been 3 or 4 up at half-time, and maybe added more in the second. Chance aft…
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Two home games, one point, no goals for - Has our incredible home form has disappeared? Portsmouth hosted Millwall and Burnley in the last 7 days and all did not go to plan. A very stubborn and well drilled Millwall took all 3 points back to London, followed by a spirited performance against high-flying Burnley. We're still above the relegation zon…
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Brexit. Five years on. A Celebration
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53:05As we mark the fifth anniversary of the UK leaving the EU, we celebrate that day and what’s happened since. Tell us what you're celebrating from that night or since. ADVISORY: There is some conversational swearing in this episode.Af Simon Sansbury and Ian 'Tiny' Morris
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A-League FC, The Team For Me?
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1:23:55Pompey picked up zero points from six as we look forward to the transfer deadline day on Monday. Hugh and Andy are joined by a friend of the show Jack Hancock (@HancockAnalysis) who comes into the squad with Freddie in bed with man flu. 5:25 - The lads jump into looking at the West Brom and Millwall games and what they show us about the squad. We t…
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Feeling deflated after the Millwall loss? Fear not, Burnley are the next visitors to Fratton Park. With 7 successive clean sheets and only 9 conceded all season, The Clarets will be a tough nut to crack. Can Portsmouth pull off a result, or will the vultures continue to circle around Fratton? Play Up Pompey! Subscribe, share, like, comment, review …
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A pattern is emerging - Great at home, terrible away. Stoke City came to Fratton Park before we visited the Hawthorns to play West Brom. 3 points, 4 scored, 6 conceded. The biggest positive is that Portsmouth jumped out of the relegation zone. Plus, young Aussie Tommy W scored on his debut. What's the answer to our poor away from? Can we stay up on…
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English devolution. What the hell is it?
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53:08What if the future of the UK wasn't just decided in Westminster? In this week's episode, we dive into the government's green paper on devolution — a proposal that could decentralise power, reshape how we govern, and even change the UK's political map. What does this mean for you, and where could it lead? We’re joined by Cllr Graham Heaney, lecturer…
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Pompey take six points from a possible six this week with wins against Middlesborough and Stoke. On the podcast this week, Andy and Freddie:- Review the 2-1 win against Middlesborough- Chat through an excellent performance against Stoke- Dissect Mark Robins' comments about Colby Bishop and the "dark arts"- Chat through injury updates and new signin…
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Recorded prior to Portsmouth's great win against Stoke City, we look ahead to the weekends clash at the Hawthorns. West Brom battered Pompey at Fratton Park earlier in the season, and, with Portsmouth in terrible away form, this will a tough match for the blues. The Stoke win lifted us to 18th with a game in hand, which is against Millwall next Tue…
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MASSIVE WIN! Middlesbrough at home was always going to be a tough game, but Portsmouth came from behind to beat Michael Carrick's play-off hopefuls. Two goals and an inspired performance from Matt Ritchie secured the points, as Pompey's great home from continued. We'll discuss the key points from the game, the Aussie player invasion, and a brief lo…
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Inauguration 2025 - The Brits' view
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56:39We welcome back Dr Lee Sartain, senior lecturer in American History at Portsmouth University to talk us through it and help us & our audience form a Brit’s view of proceedings. Inauguration 2025 - The Brits' view How does it all work? What does it mean for the US & the rest of the world? What are the opening hours of Trump’s second administration l…
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Will Pompey Bounce Back Against Boro?
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23:42Hugh and Freddie jump on the mic for a bonus podcast to preview the Middlesbrough game. Stephen from Twe12thman Boro (@Twe12thman) joins the show to preview Saturday’s game. The lads then discuss whether Ryley Towler should come back into the starting lineup and give our score predictions. 💙 Please help support the podcast ⬇️🤝 https://www.buymeacof…
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Middlesbrough visit Fratton Park this weekend and, after another away defeat at Blackburn, our home form is becoming vital to our survival. Can Portsmouth go one better than the point they picked up at the Riverside earlier in the season, or will Michael Carrick's men leave with a point or 3. Here's our preview to Portsmouth vs Middlesbrough. What …
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It was expected that we would play a much-changed side in the 3rd round of the FA Cup at Wycombe. What was not expected was the complete abject performance we got from those that played. It was a chance to impress, it a chance to stake a claim for more minutes. Instead, it was confirmation that the squad has little depth in quality and reinforcemen…
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January is hotting up as Pompey makes two new signings to kick off what is hopefully, a busy month for Rich Hughes. Hugh, Andy and Freddie are back together for 2025. 04:02 - Pompey exiting the FA Cup with a whimper and how that reflects on the squad's quality in depth. 13.52 - Transfer window talk. Rating the new signing of Isaac Hayden and Rob At…
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Sunderland away always looked like being a tough game for a Portsmouth team that had lost 3 away games on the bounce, and so it proved. Whilst the performance was better, and there were some positives to take home from Wearside, there were no points. Soft goal conceded, few chances created, Pack red card and a debut for Atkinson; all discussed in t…
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Can Pompey’s impressive performances at home finally translate into away success? Hugh is joined by a friend of the show Grahamfrom What The Falk Podcast (@WhatTheFalkPod) to preview everything you need to know for the game on Sunday vs Sunderland. This is a two-parter, with Hugh jumping on What The Falk to discuss Pompey’s start to the season and …
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Terrible on the road, free-scoring at home. The life of a Pompey fan is certainly never dull. Portsmouth were robbed at Watford, dire at Bristol, but superb, once again at home to Swansea. Horrendous decisions, questionable team selections and goals from fan's favourites Paddy Lane and Ryley Towler are on the agenda. Mike and Dan discuss the key mo…
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EP4 Pompey Eclectic Audio Podcast - Growing Up
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1:00:29Welcome to Pompey Eclectic Audio Podcast Episode 4 in which Simon the Cut and Shaolin Phil bring you fascinating insights into what it was like growing up in the 80's in the UK. This fun packed episode features special guest Graham Marsh aka Swampy aka Marshy!Af Simon Eddy
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From the ridiculous to the sublime! Following a heavy defeat at Derby, Portsmouth were looking for a reaction at home to Coventry, and we certainly got one. Four Callum Lang goals sealed a comfortable victory and once again lifted Pompey out of the relegation zone. Mike and Dan discuss the key moments from this weekend's game. As always, pop your v…
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Back to Fratton Park this Saturday for a lunchtime kick off against Coventry. The visitors form is similar to Pompey's, and results have improved slightly under new manager Frank Lampard. Can Pompey continue their good home form, or will Coventry take the points home from Fratton. Let us know your thoughts and drop you score predictions in the comm…
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In an extended podcast, we discuss Derby, the January transfer window, Coventry and Watford. 5:14 - Hugh, Andy and Freddie start by reviewing the unacceptable loss away at Derby and question Pompey’s squad depth. 24:34 - The lads take a look at where the squad needs to be strengthened in January and the challenges that go with that. What calibre of…
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After a run of 4 games unbeaten, Portsmouth crashed back to Earth with another performance to forget at Derby. From the first minute the hosts were better in every department and we were lucky it was only 4-0. Here's our views on the Friday night game at Pride Park. As always, pop your views and comments and get involved. Play Up Pompey! Subscribe,…
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Pompey Eclectic Festive Mini Audio Podcast Episode
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13:32Welcome to Pompey Eclectic's festive mini audio podcast episode....Simon the Cut and Shaolin Phil wish you a merry Christmas and discuss Xmas food and movies among other xmassy stuff.Af Simon Eddy
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Ho-Ho-Ho or Bah Humbug? Full Council Agenda preview
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58:21We take a little peek at the Full Council Agenda for Tuesday December 17th. Key things on the list (and we’re checking it twice):- 📮Post Office Closures - can we stop them? 🥣Breakfast clubs - can we promote them? 🏘️🏠HMOs - are we under counting them? 📈National Insurance increases - who can afford them? Links to PCC Agenda on our website www.pppodca…
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Friday night under the lights on Sky for the visit to Pride Park, Derby. Here's the Pompey Podcast's preview to Derby County vs Portsmouth. Portsmouth are 4 without defeat, Derby are 6 without a win - how will this one go? Drop you score predictions in the comments. Play Up Pompey! Subscribe, share, like, comment, review - get involved. Facebook.co…
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Pompey has moved outside the relegation zone after collecting eight points in the last four games. Hugh, Andy and Freddie start by reviewing the Bristol City win, which was the team's best overall performance of the season. The lads reflect on the team being able to implement the team's identity that had been lacking at the start of the season. We …
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Four points from back-to-back home games and no goals conceded, things are looking up at Fratton Park. Recent form has seen Portsmouth rise out of the relegation zone and there are plenty of positive signs. Pompey have found a style that works, have Colby Bishop back as a spearhead, and are now unbeaten in 4 league games. Here's our thoughts on the…
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We invite back some Havant Borough Councillors to share the news from their rainbow coalition (Green, Lib Dem & Labour) since they took over running the council in May. We're joined by:- Cllr Philippa Gray, (Lib Dem. Bedhampton) Deputy Leader of Havant Borough Council & Cabinet Lead for Finance Cllr Grainne Rason Bradley, (Green. Emsworth) Cabinet …
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We're back at Fratton Park this weekend for the visit of Bristol City, and hopefully we'll get to see a game this time round. The Robins visit Pompey in indifferent form, but sitting nicely within touching distance of the play-offs, so another tough game expected. Here's the lowdown on this weekends opponents, plus a few views on our recent trip to…
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Pompey brought a point back with them from the Liberty Stadium, in a match which showed the best and worst of where the club is situated in the Championship right now. Will a home tie against Bristol City generate three precious points?Andy and Freddie analyse the 2-2 draw against Swansea, the shock injury news to Kusini Yengi and how the current a…
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