Longbangers Podcast

[babahibs]

Our players pulled faces, nicked corner flags, outfought them and took the three points from them on their own turf.

The equivalent of turning up to an old foes house party, pouring his best whisky down the sink, riding his wife, taking a jobby in his utility room and walking out with his PS5.

We done them good and proper and they didn’t even have the stomach to fight back. Pleasing.

Sounds like a great party :rockin:

[matty_f]

Happy New Year to you all when it comes.
Hibs win a six-pointer against in-form Kilmarnock as Killie boss, Derek McInness, is left raging at the referee when he SHOULD be raging at his reckless player.
Onwards and upwards for the Hibees as David Gray's men take another step towards the top six and move further away from relegation threatened Hearts in the process.

https://pod.fo/e/297b69

https://www.youtube.com/live/0twbHV4bbzQ?si=cMDN2n0K1PYWtjzV

[3pm]

I think we'll be alright. We're bad, but there are worse teams in the league imho.

Please accept my apologies! 😆

[matty_f]

Please accept my apologies! 😆

😁

[matty_f]

You can catch up with our latest phone in, with reaction to a disappointing draw in Perth plus more Hibs chat here:

https://www.youtube.com/live/GyIXww5cc1A?si=p_MqNBAn1Jn6-h23

[Bridge hibs]

👍

[Coco Bryce]

Great episode that guys.

John and Ian are great contributers.

[matty_f]

Great episode that guys.

John and Ian are great contributers.
Thanks, I’m a big fan of them both, really enjoy it when they’re on!

[matty_f]

Preview of the Rangers game here:

https://www.youtube.com/live/F2AxMUZ3Q-Q?si=XSoZtJFmoHvn7hvu

[matty_f]

Where do you start trying to describe today's game?! We did our best with it, podcast version will be up in the morning but if you want to watch now, the live recording is on Youtube here:

https://youtube.com/live/sHT-PLnwDKg?feature=share

[matty_f]

Podcast version of the review of that bonkers game yesterday can be found here:

https://pod.fo/e/29a258

[Donegal Hibby]

Podcast version of the review of that bonkers game yesterday can be found here:

https://pod.fo/e/29a258

Asked this yesterday Matty … which would you rather have in a win against St Johnstone and a defeat to Sevco or the two draws we just had ?

[matty_f]

Asked this yesterday Matty … which would you rather have in a win against St Johnstone and a defeat to Sevco or the two draws we just had ?

Ah sorry I missed the question - it’s a good one and from a dispassionate and sensible point of view, beat St J and lose yesterday is the best outcome.

Would 100% rather it went the way it did though, yesterday was great fun - had everything!

What about you?

[Donegal Hibby]

Ah sorry I missed the question - it’s a good one and from a dispassionate and sensible point of view, beat St J and lose yesterday is the best outcome.

Would 100% rather it went the way it did though, yesterday was great fun - had everything!

What about you?

I was asked it by my dad and jumped in right away with the two draws . After thinking about it and seeing a extra point would move us up a place I still decided I’d rather the two drawers as the 3-3 felt a bit like a win coming back from 2-0 and it does keep our run going if that makes any sense 😆

[matty_f]

I was asked it by my dad and jumped in right away with the two draws . After thinking about it and seeing a extra point would move us up a place I still decided I’d rather the two drawers as the 3-3 felt a bit like a win coming back from 2-0 and it does keep our run going if that makes any sense 😆

It does. It’s not logical in the slightest but makes perfect sense. :agree:

[BILLYHIBS]

Any phone in VT last night Matty ?

I’m bored and need my fix

Nothing happening on the transfer front

[matty_f]

Any phone in VT last night Matty ?

I’m bored and need my fix

Nothing happening on the transfer front

Not last night mate, had a few things going on so couldn't get to it.

Will be live on YouTube at around 4pm tonight to preview tomorrow's game though.

[BILLYHIBS]

Not last night mate, had a few things going on so couldn't get to it.

Will be live on YouTube at around 4pm tonight to preview tomorrow's game though.

Cool

You deserve a break right enough

👍

[matty_f]

Want some pre-match Hibs content?

Check out our preview of today's game here:

https://www.youtube.com/live/7Yn0o-mvaG4?si=6TA7ULwDScqFxYtY

[matty_f]

Back to winning ways with another three points and another three goals for Hibs at Easter Rd.

We cover the big talking points and some of the small ones, and also talk about the two potential signings rumoured to be on their way to Easter Road.

https://pod.fo/e/29cdad

https://www.youtube.com/live/51t16wz84Kg?si=0klBpP_5-I8goMYD

[Jones28]

Another good episode guys :aok:

[matty_f]

Another good episode guys :aok:

Thanks very much - I much prefer talking about wins!!

[matty_f]

This week's phone in is available now:

https://www.youtube.com/live/5x8VyTwrcOY?si=LXkILEvKZLDebeTn

[Mango Man]

This week's phone in is available now:

https://www.youtube.com/live/5x8VyTwrcOY?si=LXkILEvKZLDebeTn

"CAN I HAVE ANOTHER WHISKY PLEASE", That bit made me chuckle pretty hard.

[matty_f]

"CAN I HAVE ANOTHER WHISKY PLEASE", That bit made me chuckle pretty hard.

Same here!!

[BILLYHIBS]

Ian was spot on re Hun time wasting

It took Igamane 5 minutes to walk back to his own half after completing his hat-trick even stopping to slowly readjust both stockings

Anyone else that was a booking

I hope Joe is right about us winning the Cup but I have seen too many false dawns

Great show guys

[Mango Man]

Same here!!


Haha, I could tell, made it even funnier!!

[Coco Bryce]

Ian looks half pished!!

"CAN I HAVE ANOTHER WHISKY PLEASE" :rotflmao:

[matty_f]

Ian looks half pished!!

"CAN I HAVE ANOTHER WHISKY PLEASE" :rotflmao:

Genuinely my favourite podcast moment of the year so far. Tremendous stuff!

[matty_f]

Preview of tomorrow's game is available here:
https://www.youtube.com/live/5I6JgAMthq8?si=oGpkUj0CPrmXx422

[04Sauzee]

Genuinely my favourite podcast moment of the year so far. Tremendous stuff!

Of any year 😅 , I think your arse was chewing your boxers trying to stifle that laugh 😅

[007]

Preview of tomorrow's game is available here:
https://www.youtube.com/live/5I6JgAMthq8?si=oGpkUj0CPrmXx422

Barrie the announcer calling them Cowdenbeath was your fault. 😂😂😂 He must be a fan of the podcast.

[matty_f]

Barrie the announcer calling them Cowdenbeath was your fault. 😂😂😂 He must be a fan of the podcast.

😂 he (jokingly) blamed us on Twitter!

We were laughing when he said it, was a highlight of the day :faf:

[007]

😂 he (jokingly) blamed us on Twitter!

We were laughing when he said it, was a highlight of the day :faf:

😀

It's a top way to troll the opposition, get them mixed up with another team. With any luck Barrie will get Celtic and Rangers mixed up in a few weeks time, they are 2 cheeks of the same arse after all.

[RIP]

Barrie the announcer calling them Cowdenbeath was your fault. 😂😂😂 He must be a fan of the podcast.

Ian and I immediately thought it was deliberately.

FWIW I was shocked when Ian had said ANOTHER WHISKY on the episode. Never seen him drinking one let alone two 😅

Hope Matty doesn't sack him for drinking on duty.

[matty_f]

Ian and I immediately thought it was deliberately.

FWIW I was shocked when Ian had said ANOTHER WHISKY on the episode. Never seen him drinking one let alone two 😅

Hope Matty doesn't sack him for drinking on duty.

I encourage it!

[matty_f]

New episode is available now! A look back at the Scottish Cup win over Clydebank:

https://pod.fo/e/2a13a8

https://www.youtube.com/live/0YFfbUfHKX0?si=1dGp-G4PoP5Gq8WZ

[matty_f]

Reaction to today’s news of Kensell leaving in our phone in:

https://www.youtube.com/live/6htMljK5WtE?si=TmTw-Jgf1nvXWCxZ

[matty_f]

We preview the Ross County game:

https://www.youtube.com/live/_-Z-t4SQg8I?si=_HLrXDJUHE6GYItS

[matty_f]

Ep 299 Not A Disaster is out now!

We go over the big talking points from our draw with Ross County.

Worth watching to the end of the YouTube version for some real amateur hour stuff 😂

https://pod.fo/e/2a45e8

https://www.youtube.com/live/QPYgSbzoTPg?si=5AlerdRUr_w9PcTV

[matty_f]

Landers leaves as Manneh the moment Alasana Manneh arrives, a look back at County and forward to Saturday - it's the phone in!

https://www.youtube.com/live/Dg7-CRrkczg?si=O68lt19bJ92ezFCu

[007]

Play Kathleen McGovern up front! 😂😂

[matty_f]

Aberdeen preview:
https://www.youtube.com/live/uhgI4KEQ5wM?si=Zzb0h3O1YE0D7ec0

[matty_f]

Episode 300 is here!!

This week we look at Hibs' comfortable 2-0 win over Aberdeen, question VAR and praise the ref(?!), take listener talking points and discuss the expected ins and outs on transfer deadline day.

https://pod.fo/e/2a7ca5

https://www.youtube.com/live/MjadlowMiUw?si=NK1yd2Eifeza2L4_

[matty_f]

Tonight’s phone in:

https://www.youtube.com/live/2b7yvPkCUqE?si=gpQhc1Dp6PhUdD9a

[Itsnoteasy]

Can't wait for the phone in this week Matty. Let's see what they make of Levitt's abilities v championship fodder. Guy needs emptied like the majority of them.

[JimBHibees]

Can't wait for the phone in this week Matty. Let's see what they make of Levitt's abilities v championship fodder. Guy needs emptied like the majority of them.

Bit harsh

[JohnM1875]

Can't wait for the phone in this week Matty. Let's see what they make of Levitt's abilities v championship fodder. Guy needs emptied like the majority of them.

Pretty surprised with the praise Levitts received the past few weeks. He's basically came in and been average every game. Doesn't make enough happen when on the ball, which is frustrating cause he clearly can. In fairness he did take the goal well, nice finish.

Think he needed to do so much more with the chance he's had the past few weeks to make the position his. He'll drop out for Manneh or Newell when he's back now.

[Donegal Hibby]

Can't wait for the phone in this week Matty. Let's see what they make of Levitt's abilities v championship fodder. Guy needs emptied like the majority of them.

I’m not a Levitt fan but I don’t think that sort of game really suited him . I would probably say 3 players have been disappointing so far , certainly not the majority who have been good IMO .

[Dmas]

Pretty surprised with the praise Levitts received the past few weeks. He's basically came in and been average every game. Doesn't make enough happen when on the ball, which is frustrating cause he clearly can. In fairness he did take the goal well, nice finish.

Think he needed to do so much more with the chance he's had the past few weeks to make the position his. He'll drop out for Manneh or Newell when he's back now.

I think there a huge expectation on levitt to create something from nothing every time he has the ball, it’s quite unfair, I’m not his biggest fan but I’m willing to give credit where it’s due and that last few games I think he’s done well, never pulled up trees on Friday but as was mentioned it was a roll up the sleeves and grind type of game not best suited for him, he also had zero movement ahead of him with Myko up there so it was very much sideways and back

[JohnM1875]

I think there a huge expectation on levitt to create something from nothing every time he has the ball, it’s quite unfair, I’m not his biggest fan but I’m willing to give credit where it’s due and that last few games I think he’s done well, never pulled up trees on Friday but as was mentioned it was a roll up the sleeves and grind type of game not best suited for him, he also had zero movement ahead of him with Myko up there so it was very much sideways and back

I'm not just talking about Friday though. I'm meaning since he's been back in the team. I just think he's far too safe on the ball and rarely tries to make something happen. That could well be an instruction, I get that. I just wish he'd be a bit more forward thinking at times.

I don't think Levitt is a bad player, just a fine squad player.

[Nicho87]

The levitt love in is far to over the top and not deserving

Half way through his contract and one decent game against luzern was the major highlight

Not good enough

[marinello59]

The levitt love in is far to over the top and not deserving

Half way through his contract and one decent game against luzern was the major highlight

Not good enough

Why is praising a player when he puts a run of form sneeringly described as a love in. He gets plenty of criticism when he doesn’t perform, surely pointing out the positives when he does well is just the other side of it. I guess the opposite of love in would be something like hate fest, both terms would be nonsense.

[Nicho87]

Why is praising a player when he puts a run of form sneeringly described as a love in. He gets plenty of criticism when he doesn’t perform, surely pointing out the positives when he does well is just the other side of it. I guess the opposite of love in would be something like hate fest, both terms would be nonsense.

I just don’t think the current run off form is anything to shout about

I think personally I’m not convinced, square passing mostly. Physical games he’s over run.

18 months into his 3 year deal and not many managers in that period have gave him a long run of games.

[Bridge hibs]

Why is praising a player when he puts a run of form sneeringly described as a love in. He gets plenty of criticism when he doesn’t perform, surely pointing out the positives when he does well is just the other side of it. I guess the opposite of love in would be something like hate fest, both terms would be nonsense.

Yep hardly a love in ffs, the guy has been slated plenty times on here but all of a sudden its a love in when theres a few positive posts, this place is mad at times

[Itsnoteasy]

Why is praising a player when he puts a run of form sneeringly described as a love in. He gets plenty of criticism when he doesn’t perform, surely pointing out the positives when he does well is just the other side of it. I guess the opposite of love in would be something like hate fest, both terms would be nonsense.

I'm basing my opinion on the podcast phone in. He can't do any wrong on that.
As others have said he gets brushed off the ball to easily & doesn't have any dig about him.
Some say he's the same type of player as Scott Allan but at least he got stuck in if he was in the thick of it.

[Bridge hibs]

I'm basing my opinion on the podcast phone in. He can't do any wrong on that.
As others have said he gets brushed off the ball to easily & doesn't have any dig about him.
Some say he's the same type of player as Scott Allan but at least he got stuck in if he was in the thick of it.Its peoples opinions on a pod cast though, do they need to have the same opinion as you ? There are a few positive posts on here about Levitt and all of a sudden its a love in, nowt like backing your ****ing team when on an unbeaten run eh ?

[Itsnoteasy]

Its peoples opinions on a pod cast though, do they need to have the same opinion as you ? There are a few positive posts on here about Levitt and all of a sudden its a love in, nowt like backing your ****ing team when on an unbeaten run eh ?

Never said they had to have the same opinion as me 🙄

[matty_f]

I just don’t think the current run off form is anything to shout about

I think personally I’m not convinced, square passing mostly. Physical games he’s over run.

18 months into his 3 year deal and not many managers in that period have gave him a long run of games.


I’m with you - there’s a lot of love for him on the phone in, I don’t think he does enough in games. I want to see him take charge and play like he wants to be the main man. Far too often he’s happy to just do the basics.

[Nicho87]

I’m with you - there’s a lot of love for him on the phone in, I don’t think he does enough in games. I want to see him take charge and play like he wants to be the main man. Far too often he’s happy to just do the basics.

I think it been eluded to on the podcast but what I think doesn’t help is his body language sometimes looks uninterested or lethargic

I imagined more clinical through balls etc

Maybe we’re the wrong ones for expecting that

For me he is the one that mennah will replace

[RIP]

Can't wait for the phone in this week Matty. Let's see what they make of Levitt's abilities v championship fodder. Guy needs emptied like the majority of them.

If you want a manager to get rid of the majority of the first-team squad that he has spent the last 7 months developing into a settled, unbeaten side, then you really shouldn't be following Hibs.

[Itsnoteasy]

If you want a manager to get rid of the majority of the first-team squad that he has spent the last 7 months developing into a settled, unbeaten side, then you really shouldn't be following Hibs.

So how many of the current team would you keep. This has to be the worst league I can remember for a long time.

Apart from Celtic and Rangers at home all teams are below average.

Yes it's good being on an unbeaten run but how many games have you said we were brilliant today and blew the opposition away. Our excitement at the moment is seeing Cadden whipping in crosses from the left.

Ellie is the only person that gets me off my seat.

[matty_f]

We will be live at 8pm on YouTube with this week’s episode.

Through in the cup
Those accounts
Probably laughing at Rangers
Plus your talking points from Friday and your live talking points while we’re on!

https://youtube.com/@longbangers?si=-CIcmmdd193KBVQC

[The Modfather]

Levitt’s biggest crime seems to be he simply isn’t Joe Newell. Short term he’s fine, and we wouldn’t have continued our run since he’s come into the team if he’s been as poor as others see him, he’s been as steady and unspectacular as Campbell IMO.

I’m hoping Maneh is the real deal and is an upgrade on either Levitt or Campbell.

[Shrekko]

Levitt’s biggest crime seems to be he simply isn’t Joe Newell. Short term he’s fine, and we wouldn’t have continued our run since he’s come into the team if he’s been as poor as others see him, he’s been as steady and unspectacular as Campbell IMO.

I’m hoping Maneh is the real deal and is an upgrade on either Levitt or Campbell.

I know you dislike Newell but that’s not true. Levitt often not PLAYING like Newell is the problem.

There absolutely definitely is ‘a player in there’ in Levitts case but it getting frustrating watching a player with his talent not having the impact on games he should be having.

Think we’ve been heavily reliant on Triantis and Nicky Cadden in midfield in recent weeks. Levitt isn’t doing enough and Campbell is just far too unreliable on the ball and hasn’t produced many of the occasional telling moments he needs to be producing to justify his place. We just need more if we’re to achieve what we’re aiming for.

[Danderhall Hibs]

I'm basing my opinion on the podcast phone in. He can't do any wrong on that.
As others have said he gets brushed off the ball to easily & doesn't have any dig about him.
Some say he's the same type of player as Scott Allan but at least he got stuck in if he was in the thick of it.

You should phone in and have the debate. That’s all the guys that like him have done.

[The Modfather]

I know you dislike Newell but that’s not true. Levitt often not PLAYING like Newell is the problem.

There absolutely definitely is ‘a player in there’ in Levitts case but it getting frustrating watching a player with his talent not having the impact on games he should be having.

Think we’ve been heavily reliant on Triantis and Nicky Cadden in midfield in recent weeks. Levitt isn’t doing enough and Campbell is just far too unreliable on the ball and hasn’t produced many of the occasional telling moments he needs to be producing to justify his place. We just need more if we’re to achieve what we’re aiming for.

I know I’m not a fan of Newell, but I don’t think the criticism of what Levitt isn’t doing is anything new to the Hibs midfield for a number of years now.

Campbell, works hard and buzzes about but he seems to mainly get praised for winning headers now rather than impacting in the final third.

Levitt for me is in the same mould as Newell, comfortable on the ball, can keep possession but can’t or wont drive forward to impact games like we’ve seen Triantis step up and do.

I’m not saying Levitt is the answer, I just think he’s in the same “keep us ticking along but not a game changer” type of player we seem to want in that role by design.

I really hope Maneh has a bit more drive , creativity and ability to up the tempo that we miss with Campbell, Levit, Newell & NMW IMO.

[Donegal Hibby]

Campbell, works hard and buzzes about but he seems to mainly get praised for winning headers now rather than impacting in the final third.

.

He had an assist in our last league game in the final third .

[Up-the-slope]

We will be live at 8pm on YouTube with this week’s episode.

Through in the cup
Those accounts
Probably laughing at Rangers
Plus your talking points from Friday and your live talking points while we’re on!

https://youtube.com/@longbangers?si=-CIcmmdd193KBVQC

Unacceptable that its not definitely :confused:

[The Modfather]

He had an assist in our last league game in the final third .

He’s got 2 goals and 2 assists in the league this season. There’s certain games he’s suited to, but those numbers aren’t great for the position he plays. He’s fine, but think it’s getting to that time again to take him out the team for a spell IMO.

[matty_f]

Unacceptable that its not definitely :confused:

Agreed.

We definitely will be.

[Itsnoteasy]

You should phone in and have the debate. That’s all the guys that like him have done.

I'm debating on here.

[Donegal Hibby]

He’s got 2 goals and 2 assists in the league this season. There’s certain games he’s suited to, but those numbers aren’t great for the position he plays. He’s fine, but think it’s getting to that time again to take him out the team for a spell IMO.

I thought he’d have a few more goals right enough though I think this is partially down to the work he’s doing in other areas of the pitch.

I agree that he will need a rest at some point as he works his socks off for the team . In saying that our next game against St Mirren away he’s exactly the type of player you’d want in a game like that .

[500miles]

He’s got 2 goals and 2 assists in the league this season. There’s certain games he’s suited to, but those numbers aren’t great for the position he plays. He’s fine, but think it’s getting to that time again to take him out the team for a spell IMO.

In our run of 11 games unbeaten, he has 2 goals and 2 assists. He's also reliable on the longball to allow us to play right on top of defences and when he dropped into a flat midfield 3 against Rangers he was key in turning the tide.

His performances have been good, and Gray will be looking his footage against what he's wanting him to do and putting a tick against his name the majority of the time. He has his weaknesses when we're playing against stodgy teams, but he's 100% key in big games and battles - much like Bartley was for example.

[500miles]

Levitt’s biggest crime seems to be he simply isn’t Joe Newell. Short term he’s fine, and we wouldn’t have continued our run since he’s come into the team if he’s been as poor as others see him, he’s been as steady and unspectacular as Campbell IMO.

I’m hoping Maneh is the real deal and is an upgrade on either Levitt or Campbell.

Levitt's biggest problem is his lack of mobility. Can't track runners, can't take a man on, and doesn't have strength to use his body.

Would do well in more technical leagues probably, because he has ability.

[JohnM1875]

Levitt's biggest problem is his lack of mobility. Can't track runners, can't take a man on, and doesn't have strength to use his body.

Would do well in more technical leagues probably, because he has ability.

Ryan Gauld type of player. Maybe being a bit harsh on Ryan Gauld there though.

[matty_f]

Our latest episode is out now!!

We look back at the win in the cup against Ayr, have a laugh at who’s been knocked out, and look at the headlines from an awful set of accounts.

We will look at them in more detail in Extra Time tonight.

Get the episode here:

https://www.youtube.com/live/rwmNfvuhk0M?si=5d4EwdyauEdqLgDr

[Nicho87]

Our latest episode is out now!!

We look back at the win in the cup against Ayr, have a laugh at who’s been knocked out, and look at the headlines from an awful set of accounts.

We will look at them in more detail in Extra Time tonight.

Get the episode here:

https://www.youtube.com/live/rwmNfvuhk0M?si=5d4EwdyauEdqLgDr

Very good episode

Thanks for keeping us up to speed with the other results particularly the boys in blue result

An inclusive podcast for all teams clearly 😙

[bingo70]

Very good episode

Thanks for keeping us up to speed with the other results particularly the boys in blue result

An inclusive podcast for all teams clearly 😙

Totally agree, thought it was really excellent.

I’d love to know what John was on about with wanting a relatively tough cup draw though, madness 😂

Thought the brief take on the finances was excellent. It’s pretty much what I thought was the case but explained in a good way that I think make total sense.

[matty_f]

Totally agree, thought it was really excellent.

I’d love to know what John was on about with wanting a relatively tough cup draw though, madness 😂

Thought the brief take on the finances was excellent. It’s pretty much what I thought was the case but explained in a good way that I think make total sense.

I think folk who want Hearts or a tough draw in the cups are lunatics. Off we could find a way to win the cup with the easiest draw possible all the way through the competition, I would be delighted.

In fact, if I was in a position to fix the draw, that’s how I’d do it.

[LongJohnBanger]

Totally agree, thought it was really excellent.

I’d love to know what John was on about with wanting a relatively tough cup draw though, madness 😂

Thought the brief take on the finances was excellent. It’s pretty much what I thought was the case but explained in a good way that I think make total sense.

I made an arse of what I was trying to say and tried to explain it better later on.

I can see the merits of being drawn against the easiest side in the next round because it should mean easy passage to the following round. However, what I'm guarded against is the potential for complacency from the players and / or supporters in thinking that the easiest tie is as good as a bye.

In saying that I want a relatively tough draw, what I was trying to say was that I think a more difficult opponent than the perceived easiest one in the draw will focus minds on the challenge in front of us.

[LongJohnBanger]

I think folk who want Hearts or a tough draw in the cups are lunatics. Off we could find a way to win the cup with the easiest draw possible all the way through the competition, I would be delighted.

In fact, if I was in a position to fix the draw, that’s how I’d do it.

An easy draw all the way through including the final or the drama of two replays, extra time and penalties in the semis then an injury time winner in the final after coming from behind? I'll take the latter every time.

[matty_f]

An easy draw all the way through including the final or the drama of two replays, extra time and penalties in the semis then an injury time winner in the final after coming from behind? I'll take the latter every time.

Apart from Hearts we did get a relatively kind draw all the way to the final, to be fair.

[Donegal Hibby]

If anyone offered me Livvy or Queens Park away I’d take it right now.

[matty_f]

Here’s this week’s phone in:

https://www.youtube.com/live/d84_qSRMM-k?si=V9K-_NUaTXKPPSD_

[matty_f]

Massive game this weekend, here’s our preview:

https://www.youtube.com/live/T2mEhwfmzx0?si=dvhxcJy5L1t5n1kI

[LustForLeith]

Massive game this weekend, here’s our preview:

https://www.youtube.com/live/T2mEhwfmzx0?si=dvhxcJy5L1t5n1kI

Brilliant episode as always

[matty_f]

Good morning folks!

New episode is out now.
Ep302 Everything About This Game Was Bad

We do our best to make a good show out of an awful game.

Catch it here:

https://www.youtube.com/live/Q-vSfCY5ReA?si=mQawS0iGNB2OSER0

[BILLYHIBS]

You’re quite right Matty TwitterX under Musk was doin ma heid in couldn’t stand it any longer 😀

[matty_f]

You’re quite right Matty TwitterX under Musk was doin ma heid in couldn’t stand it any longer 😀

I’ve deactivated my own account on it now, think the LB account won’t be far behind it.

[Coco Bryce]

I’ve deactivated my own account on it now, think the LB account won’t be far behind it.

That would be a real shame if you did that Matty.

Some of us have absolutely no interest in the Abyss that is Bluesky.

[matty_f]

That would be a real shame if you did that Matty.

Some of us have absolutely no interest in the Abyss that is Bluesky.

I get that, chief. I hope that more folk start using Bluesky and it becomes less of an abyss. I’m not interested in only seeing stuff I agree with and I think it’s good to see diversity of opinion.

[Coco Bryce]

I get that, chief. I hope that more folk start using Bluesky and it becomes less of an abyss. I’m not interested in only seeing stuff I agree with and I think it’s good to see diversity of opinion.

I heard someone mention that Hibs posted virtually nothing regarding the game on Bluesky yesterday despite highlighting the fact about joining the platform a few weeks back.

There are far too many platforms nowadays.

[bingo70]

I heard someone mention that Hibs posted virtually nothing regarding the game on Bluesky yesterday despite highlighting the fact about joining the platform a few weeks back.

There are far too many platforms nowadays.

Twitter loyal here too, I’ve not got the brain capacity for another form of social media.

Back on topic though, thought it was another cracking episode, I never saw the game yesterday either so interesting to hear the thoughts of the guys on it.

Couple of thoughts:-

Agree entirely with John re Bushiri. If you could guarantee his current form, we’d all love to keep Rocky but that form can’t be guaranteed and it looks like he’ll have other offers come the end of the season that we probably won’t be able to match. I’d like Rocky to stay but I suspect our relationship with him is about to reach its natural conclusion. Good luck to him if that is the case, he’s not someone I think we can justify breaking the bank to keep and he’s played himself into a better deal elsewhere.

Also regarding a point Colin made that it’s better to win 1 game and lose 1 instead drawing 2. Is that definitely the case? I get the logic as we will have 3 points instead of 2 however by drawing the two games, we’ve also stopped one of our competitors getting all 3 points. I think St Mirren will have been viewing that more as a must win game than we did yesterday as they want to catch us and have tough run of fixtures coming up. It was really important we stopped them getting all 3 points.

Obviously in the bigger picture we need to be winning games of football more than we are drawing them, there are instances where it’s more sensible to take the draw instead of opening up and risking conceding though.

Not sure I’ve explained that very well, hope it makes sense though.

[matty_f]

Twitter loyal here too, I’ve not got the brain capacity for another form of social media. I quite like the unprompted porn Twitter has started giving me too if I’m honest, even if it’s a bit embarrassing at times.

Back on topic though, thought it was another cracking episode, I never saw the game yesterday either so interesting to hear the thoughts of the guys on it.

Couple of thoughts:-

Agree entirely with John re Bushiri. If you could guarantee his current form, we’d all love to keep Rocky but that form can’t be guaranteed and it looks like he’ll have other offers come the end of the season that we probably won’t be able to match. I’d like Rocky to stay but I suspect our relationship with him is about to reach its natural conclusion. Good luck to him if that is the case, he’s not someone I think we can justify breaking the bank to keep and he’s played himself into a better deal elsewhere.

Also regarding a point Colin made that it’s better to win 1 game and lose 1 instead drawing 2. Is that definitely the case? I get the logic as we will have 3 points instead of 2 however by drawing the two games, we’ve also stopped one of our competitors getting all 3 points. I think St Mirren will have been viewing that more as a must win game than we did yesterday as they want to catch us and have tough run of fixtures coming up. It was really important we stopped them getting all 3 points.

Obviously in the bigger picture we need to be winning games of football more than we are drawing them, there are instances where it’s more sensible to take the draw instead of opening up and risking conceding though.

Not sure I’ve explained that very well, hope it makes sense though.

That does make sense, I’m not sure which works out as more beneficial but I think having more points seems to be the more logical way but I get what you’re saying as well and now I don’t know what to think.

[Danderhall Hibs]

Twitter loyal here too, I’ve not got the brain capacity for another form of social media. I quite like the unprompted porn Twitter has started giving me too if I’m honest, even if it’s a bit embarrassing at times.

Back on topic though, thought it was another cracking episode, I never saw the game yesterday either so interesting to hear the thoughts of the guys on it.

Couple of thoughts:-

Agree entirely with John re Bushiri. If you could guarantee his current form, we’d all love to keep Rocky but that form can’t be guaranteed and it looks like he’ll have other offers come the end of the season that we probably won’t be able to match. I’d like Rocky to stay but I suspect our relationship with him is about to reach its natural conclusion. Good luck to him if that is the case, he’s not someone I think we can justify breaking the bank to keep and he’s played himself into a better deal elsewhere.

Also regarding a point Colin made that it’s better to win 1 game and lose 1 instead drawing 2. Is that definitely the case? I get the logic as we will have 3 points instead of 2 however by drawing the two games, we’ve also stopped one of our competitors getting all 3 points. I think St Mirren will have been viewing that more as a must win game than we did yesterday as they want to catch us and have tough run of fixtures coming up. It was really important we stopped them getting all 3 points.

Obviously in the bigger picture we need to be winning games of football more than we are drawing them, there are instances where it’s more sensible to take the draw instead of opening up and risking conceding though.

Not sure I’ve explained that very well, hope it makes sense though.

That’s an interesting take on it - I suppose the worry would be the other teams that are playing elsewhere that will gain points on both the teams that have drawn.

[matty_f]

We had our phone in last night:
https://www.youtube.com/live/Pym8nhXzGjs?si=v7Iyt2hKZc5vkBmB

We're back with our preview show live on YouTube at 4pm today!

[Nicho87]

We had our phone in last night:
https://www.youtube.com/live/Pym8nhXzGjs?si=v7Iyt2hKZc5vkBmB

We're back with our preview show live on YouTube at 4pm today!

Kid you not matty I felt the same with regards to the strange feeling after the Scottish cup draw

As you said when we played Friday - then to wait what felt a lifetime for the draw, then hearts scraping through and the draw that followed was a massive disappointment.

Couple of poorer performances recently haven’t helped. But from where we were 3 months ago to be even mentioning third place is astonishing.

Onwards and upwards however

[SJNB Hibby]

Matty, just paid up to join Longbangers, but can't access the site---Youtube wants me to remove Adblockers. You may have $3.99 in perpetuity, but any way around this?
Trying to access from Canada

[matty_f]

Matty, just paid up to join Longbangers, but can't access the site---Youtube wants me to remove Adblockers. You may have $3.99 in perpetuity, but any way around this?
Trying to access from Canada

I'll PM you. 👍

[matty_f]

What a weekend as a tremendous performance from Hibernian saw off champions-elect Celtic at Easter Road with a fine 2-1 win. We review the Hibs' performance and examine what went right for Hibs, including some fine individual performances.

The podcast will be out in the morning for everyone, but if you want a laugh before bed tonight, the Youtube recording is available here:

https://www.youtube.com/live/FYJO9wwyicY?si=qPT3JFSW1XNUHXEi

[e2los]

What a weekend as a tremendous performance from Hibernian saw off champions-elect Celtic at Easter Road with a fine 2-1 win. We review the Hibs' performance and examine what went right for Hibs, including some fine individual performances.

The podcast will be out in the morning for everyone, but if you want a laugh before bed tonight, the Youtube recording is available here:

https://www.youtube.com/live/FYJO9wwyicY?si=qPT3JFSW1XNUHXEi

I'm saving it for my drive tomorrow.

What a turnaround from the start of the season.


:flag:

[matty_f]

Here's the phone in. Some top class contributions from listeners tonight.

https://www.youtube.com/live/5RNaHdXQqCk?si=3VSkSbUA-lMNElQG

[BILLYHIBS]

Joe was spot on Saturday’s victory was probably the most complete Hibs performance in the last 3-4 years or Boyle’s hat-trick against the Hun in any case

[matty_f]

Joe was spot on Saturday’s victory was probably the most complete Hibs performance in the last 3-4 years or Boyle’s hat-trick against the Hun in any case

There’s a strong case for it, I am struggling to think of better one - maybe the two legs against Luzern?

[Musselbound]

Re the pronunciation of McGrath. In Gaelic (Scottish Gaelic too), 'th' is not pronounced like in English. It will either be silent, as in this case (at the end of a word or name) or more like an English 'h' sound if at the beginning.

[bingo70]

Matty, sorry, I’m not on social media so not sure best place to mention a possibly talking point so thought I’d say it on here and leave the rest up to you 😃

Is it time to recognise Malky Mackays contribution to the team? He said in his first interview he would be there to act as a sort of mediator between the manager and the board so if things weren’t working, rather than just sacking a manager he would try and see why it wasn’t working.

That to me suggests if it wasn’t for Mackay we may well have sacked Gray when idiots like me were complaining about him.

Add to that his decision to appoint Gray as well as what’s looking like a successful transfer strategy over the last couple of windows, he’s looking like a very decent appointment.

I don’t think we’d be where we are if it wasn’t for Mackay being at the club.

[matty_f]

Matty, sorry, I’m not on social media so not sure best place to mention a possibly talking point so thought I’d say it on here and leave the rest up to you 😃

Is it time to recognise Malky Mackays contribution to the team? He said in his first interview he would be there to act as a sort of mediator between the manager and the board so if things weren’t working, rather than just sacking a manager he would try and see why it wasn’t working.

That to me suggests if it wasn’t for Mackay we may well have sacked Gray when idiots like me were complaining about him.

Add to that his decision to appoint Gray as well as what’s looking like a successful transfer strategy over the last couple of windows, he’s looking like a very decent appointment.

I don’t think we’d be where we are if it wasn’t for Mackay being at the club.
I’ll try and remember to mention it tonight. It’s a subject that’s been creeping up the longer we’ve been doing well though. It would be very interesting to great the views of folk who thought the early season form was all on Malky, not as a GIRUY or anything, but more to see if that view has shifted at all.

Edit: didn’t have time to get it but will get it into Extra Time tomorrow.

[e2los]

Hoping for a long podcast to savour on my 2 and a half hour drive tomorrow.

:flag:

[matty_f]

Podcast will be out in the morning, but you can catch it on YouTube here:
https://www.youtube.com/live/UiZE0NXxYKs?si=IXGBf8rZD6jFTO9H

[matty_f]

Been waiting all week for this to come round, here's the phone in with a load of Hibees enjoying the derby win.

https://youtube.com/live/YziX3k346Cs?feature=share

[HibbyAndy]

Been waiting all week for this to come round, here's the phone in with a load of Hibees enjoying the derby win.

https://youtube.com/live/YziX3k346Cs?feature=share

Ian Mackay prefers Hearts to much rather win stuff more than Celtc or Rangers ? Nah no having that

[JimBHibees]

Ian Mackay prefers Hearts to much rather win stuff more than Celtc or Rangers ? Nah no having that

Agree and by miles

[JohnM1875]

Ian Mackay prefers Hearts to much rather win stuff more than Celtc or Rangers ? Nah no having that

That’s just so bizarre to me. I want them to lose every game.

[JimBHibees]

That’s just so bizarre to me. I want them to lose every game.

Yep

[Coco Bryce]

Ian Mackay prefers Hearts to much rather win stuff more than Celtc or Rangers ? Nah no having that

Ian clearly been on the whisky again.

[Donegal Hibby]

That’s just so bizarre to me. I want them to lose every game.

💯 % :agree:

[matty_f]

Ian Mackay prefers Hearts to much rather win stuff more than Celtc or Rangers ? Nah no having that

Took everyone by surprise 😂

[Jones28]

That’s just so bizarre to me. I want them to lose every game.

Me too. There is no conceivable situation in which I would want Hearts to win a game of football, unless it resulted in us winning a title or finishing second. Then I could just about see it.

[matty_f]

Me too. There is no conceivable situation in which I would want Hearts to win a game of football, unless it resulted in us winning a title or finishing second. Then I could just about see it.

Same here, I want to see them fail at everything.

[BILLYHIBS]

ian mackay prefers hearts to much rather win stuff more than celtc or rangers ? Nah no having that

ltyf

[matty_f]

You can see our preview of Sunday’s cup game here:

https://www.youtube.com/live/_JE9gutFVR4?si=aUjnA8Xt7zfh8VjX

[matty_f]

Ep 305 Out But Not Down is available now.

Celtic finally brought Hibs' unbeaten run to an end, we get to the big talking points including a HUGE Brendan Rodgers revelation.

https://www.youtube.com/live/gc1MOFdGss0?si=Oipj4RIzBEcwI0-J

[RIP]

Ian Mackay prefers Hearts to much rather win stuff more than Celtc or Rangers? Nah no having that

No, I think he is completely genuine. 😃

Remember that when Ian started watching Hibs in the early 60s, some fans were still going to watch either of the Edinburgh teams week about. There were also players who played for both clubs.

He also tells me his wife only lets him drink whisky on his birthday in January. He's actually talked a lot more sense on the panel than I thought he would.

Hibs have got 2 brothers in the team and we're doing very well. I can't help wondering if the same formula would succeed in Longbangers? 😉

[matty_f]

No, I think he is completely genuine. 😃

Remember that when Ian started watching Hibs in the early 60s, some fans were still going to watch either of the Edinburgh teams week about. There were also players who played for both clubs.

He also tells me his wife only lets him drink whisky on his birthday in January. He's actually talked a lot more sense on the panel than I thought he would.

Hibs have got 2 brothers in the team and we're doing very well. I can't help wondering if the same formula would succeed in Longbangers? 😉

You're more than welcome on!

[matty_f]

Good phone in tonight, with some reflection on Sunday's defeat, some good memories of 1986, and a look ahead to the crunch game at Killie on Saturday.

https://youtube.com/live/2vI1xRTRWJw?feature=share

[matty_f]

Our preview of tomorrows’s game is here:

https://www.youtube.com/live/3zWNKT19LZU?si=Db7-7nZG2Re9kdJ-

[Donegal Hibby]

I think Colins got the team spot on .

Good preview of the game and must say I enjoyed the Phone in on the cup game . Many different thoughts and opinions which is as always very interesting. I think Mikey has been a good since coming on too .

I think I heard you say Matty that you liked the League split which is interesting as I would have in the past been for extending the League .

Sort of on the fench with that one now as there’s pros and cons both ways . I don’t think there’s been many times over the weeks where I haven’t read somebody on here mentioning that our upcoming game is Pivotal, must win or this match will define our season which probably shows the league is fairly exciting for a number of reasons.

Very enjoyable as usual Matty :aok:

[matty_f]

I think Colins got the team spot on .

Good preview of the game and must say I enjoyed the Phone in on the cup game . Many different thoughts and opinions which is as always very interesting. I think Mikey has been a good since coming on too .

I think I heard you say Matty that you liked the League split which is interesting as I would have in the past been for extending the League .

Sort of on the fench with that one now as there’s pros and cons both ways . I don’t think there’s been many times over the weeks where I haven’t read somebody on here mentioning that our upcoming game is Pivotal, must win or this match will define our season which probably shows the league is fairly exciting for a number of reasons.

Very enjoyable as usual Matty :aok:

Cheers! I would extend the league as well, to be honest. I do like the split though - for all its critics, the next few weeks could throw up some real surprises and most clubs still have something significant to play for.

More teams would be better - we could have a bigger league with a split as well, I’m sure.

[Tha Cabbage Kid]

I commented on the YouTube video but I'll comment here too.

I noticed we are calling Nicky Cadden 'Nadden' now 😁
But if we are going for calling Chris Cadden Cadz can we bot call Nicky 'Nadz'? 😂😂🤣😂

[Tha Cabbage Kid]

Would love to hear someone shout 'Go Nadz' from the terraces 🤣

[Nicho87]

Extend the league

Who gets bored of playing the same teams

I mean we’re only going to have played Celtic 6 times this season

Beyond ridiculous

[Eyrie]

Extend the league

Who gets bored of playing the same teams

I mean we’re only going to have played Celtic 6 times this season

Beyond ridiculous

It's very unusual to get the same team in both cups.

But I don't see the appeal of extending the league when it means replacing games against Hearts, Aberdeen and the Ugly Sisters with games against Livingston, Morton, Queens Park or Raith. The novelty value will quickly wear off and attendances will plummet unless we're in contention for a European spot which, as we all know, doesn't happen every season.

[Donegal Hibby]

It's very unusual to get the same team in both cups.

But I don't see the appeal of extending the league when it means replacing games against Hearts, Aberdeen and the Ugly Sisters with games against Livingston, Morton, Queens Park or Raith. The novelty value will quickly wear off and attendances will plummet unless we're in contention for a European spot which, as we all know, doesn't happen every season.

I think there’s a fear factor with relegation and as we have seen this season how tight the league can be in clubs are only a couple of bad results away from being in trouble…

I listened to the St Mirren manager a season or two ago and I thought he made an interesting point that managers in the SPL haven’t the luxury of putting young players into a games for experience as our league is so tight and they are only a few bad results away from being under pressure of losing their jobs as opposed to what it was like in England in a bigger League..

I would have been all for the League to be increased for a few reasons but I can also see why it’s exciting to a degree in most weeks I hear other Hibs fans say this is a ‘must win ‘ game …

I think there’s pros and cons on both sides of this debate but do think it’s sad also that we appeared to be tied on even discussing the idea of change and making the League better due to Sky demanding their four OF games a year and hoping for final or two as well.

[matty_f]

It's very unusual to get the same team in both cups.

But I don't see the appeal of extending the league when it means replacing games against Hearts, Aberdeen and the Ugly Sisters with games against Livingston, Morton, Queens Park or Raith. The novelty value will quickly wear off and attendances will plummet unless we're in contention for a European spot which, as we all know, doesn't happen every season.

I think if there were going to extend the league, then we’d need to keep a split in to keep the big games more than twice a season, which we’d probably need to do for any prospective TV deal as well.

[Danderhall Hibs]

Is Budgey not still beavering away with the 13 team league she thought would be for the benefit of the Scottish game?

[Jones28]

Is Budgey not still beavering away with the 13 team league she thought would be for the benefit of the Scottish game?

It’s only applicable when Hearts are in the ****.

[Bridge hibs]

Good listen guys cheers 👍

[Eyrie]

I think if there were going to extend the league, then we’d need to keep a split in to keep the big games more than twice a season, which we’d probably need to do for any prospective TV deal as well.

Which is why I've long been in favour of having a 24 team set up with regional leagues below that.

The top twelve teams play home and away for 22 matches and the lower twelve teams do the same. After that there is a split into three leagues as follows -
- the top eight teams in the top league play home and away for the title and Europe
- the bottom four teams and the top four from the lower league play home and away for four promotion spots for next season's top twelve
- the bottom eight teams in the lower league play home and away to avoid relegation to the regional leagues

It's a set up that achieves a number of objectives -
- there is more variety in the teams that you play because of the fluid promotion/relegation
- being relegated is less of an issue as it is easier to get promoted back
- the teams you do play four times a season are of a similar standard so the games are more competitive
- regionalising the lower leagues saves travel costs and adds more local rivalries for the smaller clubs

The only downside is how to price a season ticket when there is inherent uncertainty about which of the post split leagues you'd be in.

[Humo]

I’m really in favour of extending the league, I think it would make it more interesting and more competitive.

On top of league reconstruction though I’d have rules about how many minutes Scottish U22s have to get per match/ per season.


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[matty_f]

Ep 306 Out now!

Reaction to Hibs’ draw with Killie this weekend as the fight for third turns up a notch.


https://www.youtube.com/live/f3l9O7oIHIc?si=aF4716mhbcprSIor

https://pod.fo/e/2b966f

[matty_f]

ep307 is out now!

🙈 Hibs Women come up short
🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿 Clarke in or out?
✍️ new contract for Martin Boyle?
🧦 Chris & Nicky/ Rocky socks
🍼Hibs’ academy - worth it?
Plus more!

📺https://www.youtube.com/live/cg4OYiB2bdA?si=cu_AjNESiRTHfN8v

🎧https://podfollow.com/longbangers

[BILLYHIBS]

ep307 is out now!

🙈 Hibs Women come up short
🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿 Clarke in or out?
✍️ new contract for Martin Boyle?
🧦 Chris & Nicky/ Rocky socks
🍼Hibs’ academy - worth it?
Plus more!

📺https://www.youtube.com/live/cg4OYiB2bdA?si=cu_AjNESiRTHfN8v

🎧https://podfollow.com/longbangers

Goram pour moi!

All day long

[matty_f]

Goram pour moi!

All day long

Same here, closely followed by Leighton.

[BILLYHIBS]

Same here, closely followed by Leighton.

👍

[Donegal Hibby]

I found it an interesting subject about we should be going to places like Killie , Ross county and winning if we are looking to be finish 3rd . Maybe we should so I had a look at some of the teams HOME records , hopefully accurate here …

Aberdeen ….27 points won and 4 defeats .

Hibs …26 points won and 3 defeats .

Killie … 23 points won and 4 defeats . ( beat Sevco , hertz with 10 men , Dundee utd and hammered Aberdeen ).

Ross County … ( played a game less I think ) 20 points won and 5 defeats . Defeats .. twice to Celtic , Sevco , St Mirren and Aberdeen. One of Celtics , Aberdeens and St Mirren’s it took a late goal to beat them..

Not a massive difference between these teams home records and it does I think show to a degree how hard it is to go to places like Rugby park and Dingwall for teams like Hibs and others too .

[ancient hibee]

Reading Matty’s piece on BBC he finishes on Saturday’s game being a chance to wipe away the last game against Dundee. Someone should tell him we’re playing St.Johnstone.:greengrin

[leith lynx]

Reading Matty’s piece on BBC he finishes on Saturday’s game being a chance to wipe away the last game against Dundee. Someone should tell him we’re playing St.Johnstone.:greengrin

Noticed that as well, always thought Matty was ahead of the times😉

[matty_f]

Reading Matty’s piece on BBC he finishes on Saturday’s game being a chance to wipe away the last game against Dundee. Someone should tell him we’re playing St.Johnstone.:greengrin

Ffs. 😂😂

[KWJ]

It's very unusual to get the same team in both cups.

But I don't see the appeal of extending the league when it means replacing games against Hearts, Aberdeen and the Ugly Sisters with games against Livingston, Morton, Queens Park or Raith. The novelty value will quickly wear off and attendances will plummet unless we're in contention for a European spot which, as we all know, doesn't happen every season.

As well as removing the fear of relegation for mid table teams, having more games against beatable opponents would give decent teams a much better chance at putting a challenge in for the top 2 places. Only playing the OF/Hearts/Aberdeen 6-8 times a season instead of 12 would allow for better winning runs.

[Eyrie]

As well as removing the fear of relegation for mid table teams, having more games against beatable opponents would give decent teams a much better chance at putting a challenge in for the top 2 places. Only playing the OF/Hearts/Aberdeen 6-8 times a season instead of 12 would allow for better winning runs.

Mid table teams would have the fear of relegation replaced by post Christmas tedium with little to play for.

Reducing the number of games against the Ugly Sisters won't help anyone to challenge for the top two spots. There is a greater chance of us/Hearts/Aberdeen dropping points against Falkirk or Livingston than there is of the Ugly Sisters so the gap will be the same. The only way to narrow that gap is to have a good enough team to compete with the Ugly Sisters.

[HoboHarry]

Would love to hear someone shout 'Go Nadz' from the terraces 🤣

They'd get told to stop talking bollocks.

[matty_f]

A cracking phone in this week with great contributions from Joe and Steven. We discuss transfers, how this season will be assessed, the importance of the next three games, the academy and how the squad is shaping up for next season!


https://www.youtube.com/live/EYxlDCk_rcc?si=WPeK_HCeQqShPYYZ

[matty_f]

Wee preview show of tomorrow's game:
https://www.youtube.com/live/hhyY-GQNEPs?si=S0vdWOtys8X-yqEO

[hibsbollah]

A cracking phone in this week with great contributions from Joe and Steven. We discuss transfers, how this season will be assessed, the importance of the next three games, the academy and how the squad is shaping up for next season!


https://www.youtube.com/live/EYxlDCk_rcc?si=WPeK_HCeQqShPYYZ

I honestly think this take that ‘Jordan Smith will never take us to the next level’ is just weird. Steven also saying that his lack of first team minutes in his career ‘tells you everything about a goalkeeper’ is also miles away from the truth; how often have we seen a keeper thats never been fancied by a goalie coach for whatever reason, sits on a decent teams bench behind a quality starter and then shows his qualities when he finally moves on? Loads of examples.

[Nicho87]

I honestly think this take that ‘Jordan Smith will never take us to the next level’ is just weird. Steven also saying that his lack of first team minutes in his career ‘tells you everything about a goalkeeper’ is also miles away from the truth; how often have we seen a keeper thats never been fancied by a goalie coach for whatever reason, sits on a decent teams bench behind a quality starter and then shows his qualities when he finally moves on? Loads of examples.

I do think the general point from all was perhaps Jordan smith is a decent number two but if there is a Marciano type goalie available why would we not want a more proven type goalie.

Competition is good.

I really like smith but you’d be pretty naive to think he’s the best goalie out there within our budget

[bingo70]

I do think the general point from all was perhaps Jordan smith is a decent number two but if there is a Marciano type goalie available why would we not want a more proven type goalie.

Competition is good.

I really like smith but you’d be pretty naive to think he’s the best goalie out there within our budget

I’ve not watched the phone in show and I assume someone has already said this but we should always be looking to improve every position. The idea that we should be looking for a goalie worse than Smith in the summer is mental, of course we should be looking for someone better. It’s then up to Smith to try and prove he’s better than whoever we sign.

[hibsbollah]

I do think the general point from all was perhaps Jordan smith is a decent number two but if there is a Marciano type goalie available why would we not want a more proven type goalie.

Competition is good.

I really like smith but you’d be pretty naive to think he’s the best goalie out there within our budget

I agree that another keeper to provide competition is necessary. What i dont accept is that somehow Smith isnt capable of being our #1 going forward. If he maintains current form he keeps the gloves.

[hibsbollah]

I’ve not watched the phone in show and I assume someone has already said this but we should always be looking to improve every position. The idea that we should be looking for a goalie worse than Smith in the summer is mental, of course we should be looking for someone better. It’s then up to Smith to try and prove he’s better than whoever we sign.

Literally no-one is saying we should be looking for worse players than what we have.

[bingo70]

Literally no-one is saying we should be looking for worse players than what we have.

Why would we be looking for a new number 2 to come in as back up to Smith then?

Is the suggestion we sign someone better but don’t play them?

[hibsbollah]

Why would we be looking for a new number 2 to come in as back up to Smith then?

Is the suggestion we sign someone better but don’t play them?

Maybe you need to listen to the podcast.

I agree we should be looking to improve at EVERY position.

The contribution on the podcast was that Smith ‘was never going to take us to the next level’. That suggests hes 100% not good enough. Which i disagree with. In fact its just a mental take.

[bingo70]

Maybe you need to listen to the podcast.

I agree we should be looking to improve at EVERY position.

The contribution on the podcast was that Smith ‘was never going to take us to the next level’. That suggests hes 100% not good enough. Which i disagree with. In fact its just a mental take.

Nah, I’ll just continue to be an argumentative dick despite not knowing all the facts like I normally do thanks 😃 😜

Smith has surprised me with how well he’s done but I’m still not a particularly big fan of him to be honest. I don’t like the term ‘next level’ and not really sure what that means, I would like us to sign better though.

[hibsbollah]

Nah, I’ll just continue to be an argumentative dick despite not knowing all the facts like I normally do thanks 😃 😜

Smith has surprised me with how well he’s done but I’m still not a particularly big fan of him to be honest. I don’t like the term ‘next level’ and not really sure what that means, I would like us to sign better though.

Its all good. Being an argumentative dick is a fine occupation:greengrin

[bingo70]

Its all good. Being an argumentative dick is a fine occupation:greengrin

No it’s not

[matty_f]

Maybe you need to listen to the podcast.

I agree we should be looking to improve at EVERY position.

The contribution on the podcast was that Smith ‘was never going to take us to the next level’. That suggests hes 100% not good enough. Which i disagree with. In fact its just a mental take.
It's just an opinion though, isn't it?
There will be as many folk agree as disagree on this one, I reckon. I like Smith, his record at Hibs is pretty good, but he's also got away with a couple of really poor moments - the disallowed goals against Celtic and Dundee United were both mistakes from Smith, neither will be reflected in any stats but when they happened nobody knew the goals wouldn't count.
For balance, his double save at St Mirren was incredible, so it's not that he's a bad keeper or especially error prone, but he's not going to be knocking on the door of an international team either.
I'm fine if he's number one next season, but I see no value in trying to sign another goalie unless they're coming in to try and take the jersey from him because they're a better keeper.

[hibsbollah]

No it’s not

Fighting talk

[hibsbollah]

It's just an opinion though, isn't it?
There will be as many folk agree as disagree on this one, I reckon. I like Smith, his record at Hibs is pretty good, but he's also got away with a couple of really poor moments - the disallowed goals against Celtic and Dundee United were both mistakes from Smith, neither will be reflected in any stats but when they happened nobody knew the goals wouldn't count.
For balance, his double save at St Mirren was incredible, so it's not that he's a bad keeper or especially error prone, but he's not going to be knocking on the door of an international team either.
I'm fine if he's number one next season, but I see no value in trying to sign another goalie unless they're coming in to try and take the jersey from him because they're a better keeper.

Sorry Matty but thats a poor take as well.

First, im sure you dont watch every minute of every game of every other team in the league. If you did, im willing to bet that you would find two incidents where their teams keeper has ‘got away with one’ over the course of 17 games. Which keeper has not had two poor moments in 17 games? Not many.

Second, he’s not going to be knocking on the door of an international callup. I agree. But hes English so that would be quite difficult.

Third, ive never said we should be looking at signing a worse keeper to be a backup. Literally nobody has said this ever. Ive heard this twice now and its a weird straw man. Depending on budget, we should sign better players in all positions we can find and see how they compete. Im still unsure how much transfer kitty we will actually have.

Finally, im seeing a lot of sentences starting ‘i like Smith but…’ :greengrin: I can bang on about his save percentage as usual, and im sure it will get picked up as being ‘not the whole story’ but its genuinely the most relevant keeper stat there is, and at over 75% hes the 2nd best in the country. I think he deserves a lot more respect than hes getting.

[matty_f]

Sorry Matty but thats a poor take as well.

First, im sure you dont watch every minute of every game of every other team in the league. If you did, im willing to bet that you would find two incidents where their teams keeper has ‘got away with one’ over the course of 17 games. Which keeper has not had two poor moments in 17 games? Not many.

Second, he’s not going to be knocking on the door of an international callup. I agree. But hes English so that would be quite difficult.

Third, ive never said we should be looking at signing a worse keeper to be a backup. Literally nobody has said this ever. Ive heard this twice now and its a weird straw man. Depending on budget, we should sign better players in all positions we can find and see how they compete. Im still unsure how much transfer kitty we will actually have.

Finally, im seeing a lot of sentences starting ‘i like Smith but…’ :greengrin: I can bang on about his save percentage as usual, and im sure it will get picked up as being ‘not the whole story’ but its genuinely the most relevant keeper stat there is, and at over 75% hes the 2nd best in the country. I think he deserves a lot more respect than hes getting.

I don't need to watch every minute of every team to know other keepers make mistakes and sometimes get away with them, look at the quality of the league and you know that's what you're going to get.

I don't think Smith would be getting a Scotland call up if he qualified for Scotland. His save percentage is very high, but he's also just above the bottom third of goalkeepers for clean sheets in the league. Looking at Sofascore, he's got an average rating of 7.4. He's a very decent keeper - I'm not inclined to talk him down but objectively he's not brilliant.

I don't think I said that you said we should be signing anyone worse, if we're talking straw man arguments 😁

I'll say again, I'm fine if he's the keeper going into next season so it's not the case that I don't think he's good enough, but I do think we can sign better.

[Nicho87]

Also I think the bar was set quite low as it was clear pretty early doors that Bursik was clearly out of his depth and no where near good enough.

Most clubs never settle for what they have they are always looking for better players to make results better. Surely that’s the aim of the game is it not.

[Donegal Hibby]

Also I think the bar was set quite low as it was clear pretty early doors that Bursik was clearly out of his depth and no where near good enough.

Most clubs never settle for what they have they are always looking for better players to make results better. Surely that’s the aim of the game is it not.

We have had Macy , Dabrowski , Marshall in recent times too and Smith is a lot better keeper. On something Matty said about Smith not getting a call up for Scotland if he was Scottish . I think like when we had Marshall there’s signs Gordon is very much on the decline now and I think Smith has played probably more games than both Clarke and Kelly put together .Is Smith any worse than these or currently better? .

Another thing is as we have seen with Rocky playing regularly how a player can improve and since Smith as came in he has been really good , would taking in the loan keeper from Bournemouth and playing him regularly while the one we have under contract sits on the bench be beneficial in the long run when its likely the one we are helping to develop will be away in a year anyhow.

[hibsbollah]

I don't need to watch every minute of every team to know other keepers make mistakes and sometimes get away with them, look at the quality of the league and you know that's what you're going to get.

I don't think Smith would be getting a Scotland call up if he qualified for Scotland. His save percentage is very high, but he's also just above the bottom third of goalkeepers for clean sheets in the league. Looking at Sofascore, he's got an average rating of 7.4. He's a very decent keeper - I'm not inclined to talk him down but objectively he's not brilliant.

I don't think I said that you said we should be signing anyone worse, if we're talking straw man arguments 😁

I'll say again, I'm fine if he's the keeper going into next season so it's not the case that I don't think he's good enough, but I do think we can sign better.

So we agree then- both fine with Smith going into next season but as with all players we can always sign better. Your other contributor i was listening to the other night wasn’t saying that, far from it. Just a final point on stats; counting clean sheets tells you very little about how a keepers performing, obviously because its a team collective stat.

[matty_f]

So we agree then- both fine with Smith going into next season but as with all players we can always sign better. Your other contributor i was listening to the other night wasn’t saying that, far from it. Just a final point on stats; counting clean sheets tells you very little about how a keepers performing, obviously because its a team collective stat.

I agree it tells you very little, it’s like every stat - including save % - you need more than one metric and some context to draw any sort of valuable conclusion but it tells you something. Maybe there’s a keeper who makes fewer saves but organises their defence better so they have more clean sheets. The data is just a starting point.

You’re more than welcome to join in a phone in by the way. I’m not really here to defend Steven’s opinion, the whole point of the phone in is it doesn’t really matter what I think!

[hibsbollah]

I agree it tells you very little, it’s like every stat - including save % - you need more than one metric and some context to draw any sort of valuable conclusion but it tells you something. Maybe there’s a keeper who makes fewer saves but organises their defence better so they have more clean sheets. The data is just a starting point.

You’re more than welcome to join in a phone in by the way. I’m not really here to defend Steven’s opinion, the whole point of the phone in is it doesn’t really matter what I think!

That’d be good. Couldn’t make the game today so nothing to say at the moment!

[matty_f]

That’d be good. Couldn’t make the game today so nothing to say at the moment!

Give me a shout any time you fancy it, you’re more than welcome.

Could have had anyone in goals today, don’t think Smith had a save to make!

[Smartie]

Give me a shout any time you fancy it, you’re more than welcome.

Could have had anyone in goals today, don’t think Smith had a save to make!

Smith didn’t have much to do today but the little he did have to do he did competently.

I also think the relationship he has with his defence helps keep opposition chances to a minimum. It looks a robust unit right now.

I’d be more than happy going into next season with him as number one.

[matty_f]

Smith didn’t have much to do today but the little he did have to do he did competently.

I also think the relationship he has with his defence helps keep opposition chances to a minimum. It looks a robust unit right now.

I’d be more than happy going into next season with him as number one.

I was being a bit facetious with my last post. I thought other than a few wayward kicks, Smith played well today - particularly when he needed to be decisive in coming out to collect the ball. He definitely played his part in the win.

[JohnM1875]

How longs the pod been going for, Matty?

Just joined on Youtube there, been following and watching for a few years but decided to join after realising it’s one of the first things I go to on Mondays post game.

Think the introduction of the phone in on a Thursday has been a masterstroke as well. Regardless of whether I agree with folk or not I love hearing other folk giving their views on things.

Dunno why, but in general I'm not a fan of football podcasts where its only two folk, but could watch you and Colin shoot the breeze for hours. Obviously prefer it when John’s on too, but Johns always stick together.

[matty_f]

How longs the pod been going for, Matty?

Just joined on Youtube there, been following and watching for a few years but decided to join after realising it’s one of the first things I go to on Mondays post game.

Think the introduction of the phone in on a Thursday has been a masterstroke as well. Regardless of whether I agree with folk or not I love hearing other folk giving their views on things.

Dunno why, but in general I'm not a fan of football podcasts where its only two folk, but could watch you and Colin shoot the breeze for hours. Obviously prefer it when John’s on too, but Johns always stick together.

Think we’re over five years now, which feels a bit radge to be honest!

Thanks for joining, by the way - hope you like the extra stuff!

[matty_f]

Ep 308 Hibs Too Good For Shocking Saints

Highlights from Hibs' 3-0 win over St Johnstone.
Rocky Bushiri's contract situation.
Does Martin Boyle HAVE to stay?
What a win in a crunch game like this says about this Hibs team

https://pod.fo/e/2c06ba

https://www.youtube.com/live/mQcXi7-bhCc?si=jeLKRiTKGvD_l7zQ

[BILLYHIBS]

Ep 308 Hibs Too Good For Shocking Saints

Highlights from Hibs' 3-0 win over St Johnstone.
Rocky Bushiri's contract situation.
Does Martin Boyle HAVE to stay?
What a win in a crunch game like this says about this Hibs team

https://pod.fo/e/2c06ba

https://www.youtube.com/live/mQcXi7-bhCc?si=jeLKRiTKGvD_l7zQ

Spot on Matty Rocky is like a progressive racehorse still improving 😀

Always Rocky over Porto for me even when Porto was here 😀

[matty_f]

Spot on Matty Rocky is like a progressive racehorse still improving 😀

Always Rocky over Porto for me even when Porto was here 😀

The Rocky v Porto debate is an interesting one. I thought Porto was a cracking player but I don’t think he had the influence that Rocky has had recently, though that may very well be recency bias at play.

[BILLYHIBS]

The Rocky v Porto debate is an interesting one. I thought Porto was a cracking player but I don’t think he had the influence that Rocky has had recently, though that may very well be recency bias at play.

Porto is a cracking player can be world class when he puts his mind to it showed that against Ukraine but still doing daft stuff hopefully Hecky can help eradicate that from his game and he can kick on

[matty_f]

We had our phone in last night, with discussion on the player of the season so far, who gets the credit for the improvement, lazy pundits, and a look ahead to tomorrow's game.

https://www.youtube.com/live/8_dLqLQxLD4?si=VbG9v3AIJrRpnz9U

[BILLYHIBS]

Someone better tell Joe the game is on Saturday :greengrin

Good work

[matty_f]

Preview show is available now:

https://www.youtube.com/live/lF50Oc2I3Rs?si=o4MCLvXG1t38PEcg

[Libby Hibby]

The next episode has to be titled - ‘oh Barry Barry’

[matty_f]

The next episode has to be titled - ‘oh Barry Barry’

That can be arranged!

[matty_f]

This week's episode is up on Youtube now - it'll be out in podcast players tomorrow morning!

Really enjoyed this one, for obvious reasons!

https://www.youtube.com/live/QKn3Er0H5Kw?si=pHeqoVV143gnZUMu

[bingo70]

This week's episode is up on Youtube now - it'll be out in podcast players tomorrow morning!

Really enjoyed this one, for obvious reasons!

https://www.youtube.com/live/QKn3Er0H5Kw?si=pHeqoVV143gnZUMu

Really looking forward to listening to this tomorrow.

For obvious reasons.

[SJNB Hibby]

Matty
Maybe on one of the shows this week you could bring out the spreadsheet you did a few weeks back, predicting points at the split---sure we're already past your prediction?

[matty_f]

Matty
Maybe on one of the shows this week you could bring out the spreadsheet you did a few weeks back, predicting points at the split---sure we're already past your prediction?

Good shout! I’m not sure if I saved it but I’ll dig out the episode.

[matty_f]

If anyone’s wanting to kill an hour at 8pm, we’ll have the phone in live on YouTube then.

[matty_f]

Here’s the phone in, we talked about the win over Rangers, the Supporters’ Panel and Dundee on Sunday.

https://www.youtube.com/live/-3wlaIDDWgI?si=N_vEyRDvDJu8CnK2

[BILLYHIBS]

Aye fair play Tracey did stand by SDG through thick and thin she always knew he would come good

[hibsbollah]

Aye fair play Tracey did stand by SDG through thick and thin she always knew he would come good

Tracy is class. Always talks sense in a cheery way and also has quite the contagious laugh :greengrin

[Itsnoteasy]

Tracy is class. Always talks sense in a cheery way and also has quite the contagious laugh :greengrin

Aye & she's the only person on the planet who calls him Dave 🤬

[Donegal Hibby]

Aye & she's the only person on the planet who calls him Dave 🤬

Trigger did too … not Gray though :greengrin

[matty_f]

Here's the preview show for Sunday's game:

https://www.youtube.com/live/QyH6EXfg_k4?si=4GPZGDRLzEWek3k4

[e2los]

Looking forward to the naming of this episode and listening to it.

One, two, three, four! If you know what I mean.
:flag:

[matty_f]

Ep 310 Heaven Seventeen (And Top Six) - out now

💚 Hibernian light up the city with a near flawless performance
1️⃣7️⃣ Unbeaten for SDG’s men
🗣️ All the talking points

🎧 https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/longbangers/id1474463560?i=1000703418191

📺 https://www.youtube.com/live/5ubYFaTEoPc?si=QDwNWB_7qmkmtFZX

[Bridge hibs]

Ep 310 Heaven Seventeen (And Top Six) - out now

💚 Hibernian light up the city with a near flawless performance
1️⃣7️⃣ Unbeaten for SDG’s men
🗣️ All the talking points

🎧 https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/longbangers/id1474463560?i=1000703418191

📺 https://www.youtube.com/live/5ubYFaTEoPc?si=QDwNWB_7qmkmtFZXCheers Matty will give that a watch today 👍

[matty_f]

Cheers Matty will give that a watch today 👍

Thanks mate. Definitely enjoyed recording it last night, what a performance to get to chat about!

[matty_f]

A really entertaining phone in tonight, lots of positives from Sunday’s win plus what does a Hibs player look like today and who makes it on to your Hibs version of Mount Rushmore?

https://www.youtube.com/live/V50a78ANPFU?si=9UNSf1YdHWAen5n8

[Hibernian Verse]

A really entertaining phone in tonight, lots of positives from Sunday’s win plus what does a Hibs player look like today and who makes it on to your Hibs version of Mount Rushmore?

https://www.youtube.com/live/V50a78ANPFU?si=9UNSf1YdHWAen5n8

I'm really not getting the hate the lad on the phone in has for Myko. He referenced no shots on the target, but Myko hit the post so it smacked of using technicalities to slam the player.

Anyway, he isn't our player and probably won't be next season so we will move on in the Summer.

[matty_f]

I'm really not getting the hate the lad on the phone in has for Myko. He referenced no shots on the target, but Myko hit the post so it smacked of using technicalities to slam the player.

Anyway, he isn't our player and probably won't be next season so we will move on in the Summer.
I didn’t have time to get to the comments coming through on YouTube while we were on, but there was a lot of support for Myko when Ian was giving his opinion - I think he’s earning his place in the team at the moment.

[BILLYHIBS]

I didn’t have time to get to the comments coming through on YouTube while we were on, but there was a lot of support for Myko when Ian was giving his opinion - I think he’s earning his place in the team at the moment.

Myko has played well the last two games just needs a goal

SDG knows what he is doing

Working a charm just now

[bingo70]

I didn’t have time to get to the comments coming through on YouTube while we were on, but there was a lot of support for Myko when Ian was giving his opinion - I think he’s earning his place in the team at the moment.

I think all players who are involved every week are making great contributions to the team.

You don’t go on the run we are on and getting the results we have had while carrying passengers.

[hibsbollah]

Bowie looks like a Hearts striker??? :grr:
Wash yer mouth oot

[Donegal Hibby]

Myko has played well the last two games just needs a goal

SDG knows what he is doing

Working a charm just now

Totally agree with you on Myko has played well in the last two games and does need a goal . He’s put in a good shift for the team in the last couple of games too …

And with Bowie not a 100% SDG does know what he’s doing in apart from Bowie, Myko is the best option we have in a striker with a physical presence who can ruffle a defence up a bit .

[Dmas]

I think all players who are involved every week are making great contributions to the team.

You don’t go on the run we are on and getting the results we have had while carrying passengers.

absolutely, no one has came into the team and let us down, its a credit to the whole group obviously working really hard in training and players not included in first 11 making sure they are ready when called on.

I like Myko, really thought there was a top player in there during his first spell just needed somewhere to call home and get some games under his belt, unfortunately for him its the same scenario now, a goal will do his confidence the world of good but games are running out and he will probs end up back at Swansea kicking his heels, wouldn't be against signing him if the deal was right for us, but I don't think we should be splashing cash on him

[matty_f]

absolutely, no one has came into the team and let us down, its a credit to the whole group obviously working really hard in training and players not included in first 11 making sure they are ready when called on.

I like Myko, really thought there was a top player in there during his first spell just needed somewhere to call home and get some games under his belt, unfortunately for him its the same scenario now, a goal will do his confidence the world of good but games are running out and he will probs end up back at Swansea kicking his heels, wouldn't be against signing him if the deal was right for us, but I don't think we should be splashing cash on him

I agree - I think we’re functioning very, very well as a team at the moment and that’s because we’re getting contributions from everyone - we’re not carrying passengers and we’re seeing the benefit of that.

Re signing Myko, I would be trying to upgrade, being honest - if he stayed then I’m not against it, but I think we can get better.

[Donegal Hibby]

Can anyone tell me if we finish 3rd and hertz finish 7th what is the difference in prize money?

[foxy]

Can anyone tell me if we finish 3rd and hertz finish 7th what is the difference in prize money?
800k last season

[Donegal Hibby]

800k last season

Thats a considerable amount of money. Thanks👍

[matty_f]

We’re recording tonight live at 8pm.
With no game to reflect on, we’re opening the floor to listeners to give Hibs talking points.
Reply here for anything you want covered, or ask us live on YouTube from 8pm

[bingo70]

We’re recording tonight live at 8pm.
With no game to reflect on, we’re opening the floor to listeners to give Hibs talking points.
Reply here for anything you want covered, or ask us live on YouTube from 8pm

The positive impact Malky Mackay has had on the club.

In depth analysis on the big games Neil Critchley has won as Hearts manager? on a related note, I used to enjoy debates with Colin on here about the importance of winning big games when Jack Ross was manager, looking at our results in the big games this season, does he now accept I was right 😂

[BS44]

We’re recording tonight live at 8pm.
With no game to reflect on, we’re opening the floor to listeners to give Hibs talking points.
Reply here for anything you want covered, or ask us live on YouTube from 8pm

What does the club now need to do to ensure that this season is not a one-off, and the we instead on the path of continuous performance improvement. Is it just about investment or do other things need to happen now?

[gbhibby]

We’re recording tonight live at 8pm.
With no game to reflect on, we’re opening the floor to listeners to give Hibs talking points.
Reply here for anything you want covered, or ask us live on YouTube from 8pm
What is the expectations points wise from the next two games.

The importance of getting our transfer business done early in the next window.

[Green Reaper]

Europa League v Conference League which one would be best for us, if we do get 3rd?Europa you could end up getting some scuddings and unlikely to progress out of group, Conference would give us a better chance to get to knockout rounds
Roughly the same money for wins!/draws in both.
However, £3.6? just for qualifying for Europa would make any scuddings worth it?

[hibsbollah]

Europa League v Conference League which one would be best for us, if we do get 3rd?Europa you could end up getting some scuddings and unlikely to progress out of group, Conference would give us a better chance to get to knockout rounds
Roughly the same money for wins!/draws in both.
However, £3.6? just for qualifying for Europa would make any scuddings worth it?

Its roughly 20% more for europa if i remember rightly, but qualifying gor the group stages of either competition is a big income generator, it doesnt make a massive amount of difference. There will be some big german french italian clubs with very nice stadia in both competitions. This could be a hard 2nd half of 2025 on fans wallets if we do qualify.

[matty_f]

Ep311 Hibs Stuff

Out now!
❓who’s obsessed with Hearts?
👍 time to give Malky credit for Hibs’ season?
💪 Hibernian Women win again
😍 best games
💵 how do HSL grow?

https://www.youtube.com/live/YrlQZ2lQMWk?si=GnlyF6lxtJ_-yTC7

[Itsnoteasy]

Its roughly 20% more for europa if i remember rightly, but qualifying gor the group stages of either competition is a big income generator, it doesnt make a massive amount of difference. There will be some big german french italian clubs with very nice stadia in both competitions. This could be a hard 2nd half of 2025 on fans wallets if we do qualify.

There will also be teams we've never really heard off from far flung places that will take multiple modes of transport to reach.

[bingo70]

Ep311 Hibs Stuff

Out now!
❓who’s obsessed with Hearts?
👍 time to give Malky credit for Hibs’ season?
💪 Hibernian Women win again
😍 best games
💵 how do HSL grow?

https://www.youtube.com/live/YrlQZ2lQMWk?si=GnlyF6lxtJ_-yTC7

I thought that was an excellent conversation about HSL and what can be done to improve it. Thought Colin was spot on about it needing a re-set and relaunch without the negativity hanging over it.

To go one step further, I think the timing of it is important, if they were to do it when there’s a cloud hanging over us it’s not likely to gain much traction. There’s a bit of a feel good factor about the place just now, if we could hold on to third or even fourth at the end of the season, I think it would be great to be able to do something in the summer. That’s possibly too short notice to do a proper analysis of what people are looking for though.

I don’t know Scott but well done to him for opening up the conversation again. I’m sure you don’t need me to give you suggestions but maybe an idea to get him on at some point? I didn’t realise you had done an interview with Jim Eadie before so completely missed it, sure other would have as well.

[matty_f]

I thought that was an excellent conversation about HSL and what can be done to improve it. Thought Colin was spot on about it needing a re-set and relaunch without the negativity hanging over it.

To go one step further, I think the timing of it is important, if they were to do it when there’s a cloud hanging over us it’s not likely to gain much traction. There’s a bit of a feel good factor about the place just now, if we could hold on to third or even fourth at the end of the season, I think it would be great to be able to do something in the summer. That’s possibly too short notice to do a proper analysis of what people are looking for though.

I don’t know Scott but well done to him for opening up the conversation again. I’m sure you don’t need me to give you suggestions but maybe an idea to get him on at some point? I didn’t realise you had done an interview with Jim Eadie before so completely missed it, sure other would have as well.

We'll definitely get Scott on soon, we've already started that conversation.

[Danderhall Hibs]

I thought that was an excellent conversation about HSL and what can be done to improve it. Thought Colin was spot on about it needing a re-set and relaunch without the negativity hanging over it.

To go one step further, I think the timing of it is important, if they were to do it when there’s a cloud hanging over us it’s not likely to gain much traction. There’s a bit of a feel good factor about the place just now, if we could hold on to third or even fourth at the end of the season, I think it would be great to be able to do something in the summer. That’s possibly too short notice to do a proper analysis of what people are looking for though.

I don’t know Scott but well done to him for opening up the conversation again. I’m sure you don’t need me to give you suggestions but maybe an idea to get him on at some point? I didn’t realise you had done an interview with Jim Eadie before so completely missed it, sure other would have as well.

The initial launch was so ridiculous we had Hibs fans actively encouraging other to not invest. Ponzi schemes, loyalty points etc etc. Embarrassing

[bingo70]

The initial launch was so ridiculous we had Hibs fans actively encouraging other to not invest. Ponzi schemes, loyalty points etc etc. Embarrassing

Aye, my perception of it is something set up almost in opposition to the club and they were doing it in spite of what the club want rather than to benefit the club.

I never really got the change of branding to Hibernian Supporters or whatever it was either. Surely we’re all Hibernian supporters whether we pay in or not.

Could definitely do with a re-launch I think but with a catchier title, Aberdeens branding with AberDNA is really good to be fair to them. Still hope they get pumped on Saturday though 😂

[matty_f]

With a big weekend ahead for Hibs, we preview the game at Aberdeen, talk about Jack Iredale and Lewis Miller's contract extensions and whether we can expect to see Boyle or Rocky join them. Are Hearts irrelevant?
Plus - better to get a fee for a player or keep them and let them leave for free? And what do we do with the young team?

https://www.youtube.com/live/HiqPkxKW1hI?si=hjKJs7E8vq2TylIw

[Bridge hibs]

With a big weekend ahead for Hibs, we preview the game at Aberdeen, talk about Jack Iredale and Lewis Miller's contract extensions and whether we can expect to see Boyle or Rocky join them. Are Hearts irrelevant?
Plus - better to get a fee for a player or keep them and let them leave for free? And what do we do with the young team?

https://www.youtube.com/live/HiqPkxKW1hI?si=hjKJs7E8vq2TylIwNice one Matty, will give this a watch the morns morning 👍

[matty_f]

Here’s our Aberdeen v Hibs preview show.

You can get it on podcast players or watch it here:

https://www.youtube.com/live/gvUSC5bR3Vc?si=o7SoeWgpDxAqm1Ui

[matty_f]

Ep 312 Disappointing, But Not Catastrophic

Can Hibs bounce back from defeat on Saturday?
Was the fan reaction too much?
Who got pass marks?
Did SDG get the tactics wrong?

Listen to your talking points discussed here:

https://youtube.com/live/WSkAg7x8gfA?feature=share

[Donegal Hibby]

Ep 312 Disappointing, But Not Catastrophic

Can Hibs bounce back from defeat on Saturday?
Was the fan reaction too much?
Who got pass marks?
Did SDG get the tactics wrong?

Listen to your talking points discussed here:

https://youtube.com/live/WSkAg7x8gfA?feature=share

Interesting questions Matty .

I think we can bounce back , least I hope we can as the team do seem to have a togetherness and character about it but again it’s not an easy game.

Thought the reaction was a bit OTT but maybe that was in some way down to we hadn’t lost in a long time and it was a missed opportunity even though it was a difficult game.

I thought there were a few players that didn’t impact the game as much as we would have liked though I did think Smith showed his quality , Rocky was good and wee mention about Chris Cadden who had only recently came back from being ill .

I hadn’t any issues with the line up in Bowie or Campbell starting though was surprised with some of the subs that were made tbh though that’s not a criticism of Gray …

Morning viewing sorted with a cuppa . Enjoy the show Matty 👍

[matty_f]

We had our phone in tonight, with thoughts on the Aberdeen defeat and Saturday's big game v United, as well as the player and goal of the season awards.

Catch it here:

https://www.youtube.com/live/Bk1oWUyCaM0?si=1pUM_9C4CKc2BVj_&utm_source=ZTQxO

We're back on Friday at 4pm on YouTube with our preview show!

[BILLYHIBS]

What game was Ian at ?

Derek McInnes Shay Logan 😂

[matty_f]

What game was Ian at ?

Derek McInnes Shay Logan 😂

I would like to know what time he got to the golf club before the game! 😁

I can't speak for him, obviously, but I'm sure he just misspoke - easily done when you're recording live!

[BILLYHIBS]

I would like to know what time he got to the golf club before the game! 😁

I can't speak for him, obviously, but I'm sure he just misspoke - easily done when you're recording live!

Sure he meant Morris and Thelin ?

Easy done

[Donegal Hibby]

Sure he meant Morris and Thelin ?

Easy done

Did make a couple of good points about the flick ons Campbell won not getting picked up and the covering on morris he was doing.

[matty_f]

Sure he meant Morris and Thelin ?

Easy done

I presumed that was who he was meaning.