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Brum Is Blue
Birmingham City Women FC through the eyes of dedicated fans; Brum Is Blue talks honestly and passionately about women’s football. The Blues play in the Women’s Super League as well as the Conti Cup and Women’s FA Cup. Also covering club news and bringing you interviews with the players and manager.
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Great Since 68 is a dedicated Birmingham City Women podcast; hosted by Craig Hadley.
Craig sits down to discuss the weekend's FA Cup match against Burnley. Also hear from special guests DM Withers of the Bristol City Vixencast and Dan Pentland of WSL Full Time.
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Great Since 68 is a dedicated Birmingham City Women podcast; hosted by Craig Hadley.
In a special bonus episode, Craig sits down to talk about what's come before and what to expect from the show going forward.
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We are the dedicated Birmingham City Women podcast Brum Is Blue; with Craig (@craighadlee) and Caz (@team_schroder).
It’s been a whirlwind of a year for all of us and we are delighted to see you have joined us for our FIFTH season of the show.
We recap what’s been going on at the Blues since we last joined you and touch on the games so far.
We are transitioning into a monthly show going forward but we hope you still enjoy the content we put out for you all. Keep Right On.
We are the dedicated Birmingham City Women podcast Brum Is Blue; with Craig (@craighadlee), Caz (@team_schroder) and Stacey (@brummie_stace91).
We’ve survived the relegation scrap by the skin of our teeth but that’s still one hell of an achievement.
We take a look back at the final few weeks of the season on this week’s show including our FA Cup win over Southampton.
It’s also time for a new manager once again after Carla Ward announced she would be leaving the club, along with CEO Xuandong Ren who also headed for the exit door.
What’s next for the Blues, we discuss it all…
We are the dedicated Birmingham City Women podcast Brum Is Blue; with Craig (@craighadlee), Caz (@team_schroder) and Stacey (@brummie_stace91).
We’ve got THREE games to talk about this week. Strap yourselves in as we recap the win over Coventry United, our draw with Reading and the Second City Derby.
Fresh on making history with Northern Ireland, midfielder Chloe McCarron has left the club, we talk about it and her brief time with the club.
We also touch on the inspirational Layla Banaras who has created a special nutrition plan for athletes during Ramadan.
We are the dedicated Birmingham City Women podcast Brum Is Blue; with Craig (@craighadlee), Caz (@team_schroder) and Stacey (@brummie_stace91).
Lots to talk about this week but hands down the best part of the week was seeing Blues duo Rebecca Holloway and Chloe McCarron make history as Northern Ireland sealed their place at their first ever major tournament.
We also touch on the media storm that surrounds a letter that was sent on behalf of the players to the Birmingham City board and the defeat to Chelsea...
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Craig (@craighadlee) is joined this week by Caz (@team_schroder) and Stacey (@brummie_stace91) as we look back at our one-all draw with Bristol City.
Christie Murray to the rescue as the two sides play out the first draw between the two sides since 2015.
Hear our thoughts on the match, the upcoming game with Chelsea, who's getting relegated and much more...
Craig (@craighadlee) is joined this week by Caz (@team_schroder) and Stacey (@brummie_stace91) as we look back at a dramatic clash with West Ham United.
It was a rollercoaster of emotions as the Blues snatched a vital point in injury-time.
Hear our thoughts on the match, the upcoming game with Bristol City and much, much more...
We are the dedicated Birmingham City Women podcast Brum Is Blue; celebrating our 100th episode of the show.
Joining us this week is special guest Sally Stanton, a former Birmingham City player who first took to the field for Blues in 2002.
She went on to make over 90 appearances for the club and it’s an interview you won’t want to miss.
We also take a trip down memory lane to share some of our favourite moments doing the podcast, which began all the way back in 2017.
Also touched upon is the 4-0 defeat to Everton, the FA’s sledgehammer subtlety and what Wednesday’s game with West Ham United means to the fans.
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Craig (@craighadlee) is joined this week by Caz (@team_schroder) and Stacey (@brummie_stace91) as we discuss Blues’ 4-0 defeat to Arsenal at St George’s Park.
We also take a look ahead to our midweek fixture against Everton, welcome back captain Christie Murray who's been out since December and give our thoughts on how the club can do more with social media.
We are the dedicated Birmingham City Women podcast Brum Is Blue; now in its fourth season.
Craig (@craighadlee) is joined this week by Caz (@team_schroder) and Stacey (@brummie_stace91) as we discuss Blues' 4-0 defeat to Manchester City.
Goals from Sam Mewis, Lauren Hemp and Ellen White gave the Manchester side the win but it's not the whole story.
All the advantages of being the home side were taken away and we explain why on this week's show.
We also discuss the rumours that Liverpool want Carla Ward, the financial woes at Birmingham City and preview our upcoming game with Arsenal.
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Craig (@craighadlee) is joined this week by Caz (@team_schroder) and Stacey (@brummie_stace91) as we discuss yet another game being called off and this is perhaps the worst one yet.
It’s been a while so we also give our thoughts on the signings of Sophie Whitehouse, Emily Murphy, Ruby Mace and Ruesha Littlejohn.
All that plus Everton and what we’d eat after winning the more important game of the season…
Welcome to Brum Is Blue, the dedicated Birmingham City Women podcast previously known as Great Since 68; now in its fourth season. Craig (@craighadlee) is joined this week by Caz (@team_schroder), Chris (@awcaib) and Stacey (@brummie_stace91) as we talk about a busy week in women's football. Hear from new signing Veatriki Sarri as well as our thoughts on: - Phil Neville + Inter Miami - Dubaigate - The FA's Curious Decision Making
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Craig (@craighadlee) is joined this week by Caz (@team_schroder), and Stacey (@brummie_stace91) as we recap Sunday's 3-0 defeat to Arsenal.
We also look ahead to Wednesday's Continental Cup tie with Leicester City and next weekend's game against Everton.
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Chris (@awcaib) is joined this week by Craig (@craighadlee) is joined this week by Caz (@team_schroder), Stacey (@brummie_stace91) plus special guests Abbi Grant, Becks Holloway and Emma Kelly to recap the big win over Aston Villa.
Also discussed on this week's show:
-Chicken Parmo
-Living in Iceland
- Scotland's win over Serbia
-Caz's pending tattoo of Claudia Walker
We are the dedicated Birmingham City Women audio show Great Since 68; now in its fourth season. Chris (@awcaib) is joined this week by Craig (@craighadlee), Caz (@team_schroder), Stacey (@brummie_stace91) and Birmingham City manager Carla Ward (cwardy7) as we recap a disappointing home defeat to West Ham United. We finish off this week’s show by looking ahead to the first Second City Derby in WSL history and Caz raises the stakes.
We are the dedicated Birmingham City Women audio show Great Since 68; now in its fourth season.
Craig (@craighadlee) is joined this week by Chris (@awcaib) as we look back at a week of international action in which Northern Ireland made it back to back victories.
Special guests Chris Marshall (@LeadingTheLine) and Rachel O'Sullivan (@GirlsOnTheBall) also join us to give their thoughts on the recent internationals featuring Scotland and Republic of Ireland.
Chris and Craig also discuss England’s cancelled friendly with Germany and the benefits of Hannah Hampton training with the Lionesses.
Finally we close the show by looking ahead to Birmingham City’s next game against West Ham United.
We are the dedicated Birmingham City Women audio show Great Since 68; now in its fourth season.
Craig (@craighadlee) is joined this week by Caz (@team_schroder), Chris (@awcaib) and Stacey (@brummie_stace91) as we recap a big win for Birmingham City away at Bristol City.
We also discuss the upcoming international games featuring some of our Blues players...
We are the dedicated Birmingham City Women audio show Great Since 68; now in its fourth season.
Craig (@craighadlee) is joined this week by Caz (@team_schroder), Chris (@awcaib) and Stacey (@brummie_stace91) as we recap a great week for Birmingham City.
We travel to Bristol City next weekend as we look to build on wins over Blackburn Rovers and Reading.
RUNNING ORDER: Blackburn Rovers (01:05), Reading (04:17), Bristol City (12:18), Predictions (24:27)
We’re back for a fourth season of the Great Since 68 podcast; the dedicated Birmingham City Women audio show.
Craig (@craighadlee) is joined this week by Chris (@awcaib) as they discuss Birmingham City’s defeats to Everton and Chelsea.
Plenty of positives to take from the two matches as we roll into our mid-week fixture with Blackburn Rovers.
We’re back for a fourth season of the Great Since 68 podcast; the dedicated Birmingham City Women audio show.
Craig (@craighadlee) is joined this week by Caz (@team_schroder), Chris (@awcaib) and Stacey (@brummie_stace91) as we discuss Birmingham City’s win over Brighton and the prospect of playing in an FA Cup semi-final for the first time since 2017.
We also preview Blues’ upcoming game against Chelsea…
We’re back for a fourth season of the Great Since 68 podcast; the dedicated Birmingham City Women audio show.
Craig (@craighadlee) is joined this week by Chris (@awcaib) and Stacey (@brummie_stace91) as we discuss Borussia Dortmund’s decision to start in the eighth tier in this week’s Great Debate.
We also preview Blues’ FA Cup quarter-final with Brighton and look how our players did on international duty…
We’re back for a fourth season of the Great Since 68 podcast; the dedicated Birmingham City Women audio show.
Craig (@craighadlee) is joined this week by Caz (@team_schroder), Stacey (@brummie_stace91) and special guest Mia Eriksson (mia_eriksson) as we look back at Blues’ match with Manchester United and debate who is Chelsea's best right-back...
The Great Since 68 podcast, now in its fourth season; is the dedicated Birmingham City Women audio show.
Craig (@craighadlee) is joined this week by Caz (@team_schroder) and Stacey (@brummie_stace91) as we discuss a busy week of signings, our season opener against Brighton and preview our next game against Manchester United.
Craig (@craighadlee) is joined this week by Caz (@team_schroder), Chris (@awcaib) and new co-host Stacey (@brummie_stace91) as we look ahead to the opening game of the season, away at Brighton & Hove Albion.
It's also time for our annual predictions including who we think will win the Women's Super League this season.
We also take a look at the new signings as Carla Ward begins to shape the squad…
We’re back for a fourth season of the Great Since 68 podcast; the dedicated Birmingham City Women audio show.
Craig (@craighadlee) is joined this week by Caz (@team_schroder), Chris (@awcaib) and new co-host Stacey (@brummie_stace91) as we look back at a summer of uncertainty and the announcement of our new manager Carla Ward.
So all aboard the Carla Ward hype train as we ride into the new WSL season…
Due to the ongoing pandemic it has been decided to end the current Women’s Super League season. Unfortunately that means this will be our final episode of the season.
We discuss what this means for the league, for the prize money, for promotion/relegation and when we can expect football to return…
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We are thrilled to bring you an exclusive interview with Birmingham City midfielder Rebecca Holloway about her career so far.
The 24-year-old's journey to the Women's Super League started in her hometown of Nailsea before taking her to the United States of America and Cumberland University.
We explore her time in the States, growing up in Somerset, her time at Blues, her admiration for Jess FIshlock and much, much more...
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Rebecca Holloway: @BecksHolloway
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It's been just under a month since our last podcast and it's fair to say a lot has happened.
Birmingham City has parted ways with manager Marta Tejedor with first-team coach Charlie Baxter taking temporary charge.
England had a fairly uninspiring SheBelieves Cup campaign and might have injured Hannah Hampton in the process.
Scotland has won the inaugural Pinatar Cupand Abbi Grant played a starring role.
We discuss all of these topics and more on this week's podcast.
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Caz Smith: @Team_Schroder
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Episode 79 We talk frankly after a huge blow was dealt to our survival aspirations on Sunday. We discuss the game against Bristol City in detail and give our thoughts on what must be done ahead of our next fixture. Is it time for a change? We think so. Subscribe today to the only dedicated Birmingham City Women’s weekly audio show on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or Google Podcasts. Craig Hadley: @craighadlee Chris Pugh: @AWCAIB Caz Smith: @Team_Schroder Show: @GreatSince68
Birmingham City finally returned to action last Wednesday and we are glad to be back talking football. We discuss the red card incident with Lucy Staniforth and give our thoughts on the importance of mental health. We also dissect the games against Chelsea and Sunderland, the FA Cup draw and also give our thoughts on our crunch game with Bristol City coming up this weekend. Subscribe today to the only dedicated Birmingham City Women’s weekly audio show on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or Google Podcasts. Craig Hadley: @craighadlee Chris Pugh: @AWCAIB Caz Smith: @Team_Schroder Show: @GreatSince68
Birmingham City are back to winning ways as they book their place in the fifth round of the FA Cup. We discuss the win over Sheffield United, the FA Cup draw and look ahead to Sunday’s big game away at Liverpool. Subscribe today to the only dedicated Birmingham City Women’s weekly audio show on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or Google Podcasts. Craig Hadley: @craighadlee Chris Pugh: @AWCAIB Caz Smith: @Team_Schroder Show: @GreatSince68
We’re back after our unscheduled break last week to discuss Marta Tejedor’s first year in charge of Birmingham City. We also discuss the defeats to Reading and Manchester City and what we think is the way forward ahead of a huge month of fixtures. Subscribe today to the only dedicated Birmingham City Women’s weekly audio show on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or Google Podcasts. Craig Hadley: @craighadlee Chris Pugh: @AWCAIB Caz Smith: @Team_Schroder Show: @GreatSince68
We’re back for our first podcast of 2020 and the Blues aren’t exactly off to the best of starts on or off the field. We discuss Birmingham City’s 2-0 defeat to Arsenal before turning our attentions to potential financial issues at the club. Subscribe today to the only dedicated Birmingham City Women’s weekly audio show on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or Google Podcasts. Craig Hadley: @craighadlee Chris Pugh: @AWCAIB Caz Smith: @Team_Schroder Show: @GreatSince68
As the decade draws to a close we look back at our favourite memories as Blues fans and answer your listener questions. We also discuss Birmingham City’s 3-1 defeat to Manchester United which ended our #ContiCup campaign at the group stages. Subscribe today to the only dedicated Birmingham City Women’s weekly audio show on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or Google Podcasts. Craig Hadley: @craighadlee Chris Pugh: @AWCAIB Caz Smith: @Team_Schroder Show: @GreatSince68
Birmingham City busy festive period kicked off with back-to-back matches against Tottenham Hotspur and Bristol City. After picking up just three points in their first six matches, Blues picked up four in the space of four days this week. Hear what we have to say on a great week for the Blues. We also look ahead to our double header against Manchester United. Subscribe today to the only dedicated Birmingham City Women’s weekly audio show on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or Google Podcasts. Craig Hadley: @craighadlee Chris Pugh: @AWCAIB Caz Smith: @Team_Schroder Show: @GreatSince68
Birmingham City returned home this weekend and welcomed league leaders Chelsea. Blues suffered their biggest league defeat of the Women’s Super League era. Hear what we have to say about the game as well as interviews with young defender Lily Simkin (07:13) and manager Marta Tejedor (18:51) We also look ahead to our next league game against Tottenham Hotspur. Subscribe today to the only dedicated Birmingham City Women’s weekly audio show on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or Google Podcasts. Craig Hadley: @craighadlee Chris Pugh: @AWCAIB Caz Smith: @Team_Schroder Show: @GreatSince68
Birmingham City returned to action after the international break away at Brighton & Hove Albion. Safe to say it didn’t go to plan as the Blues returned to the Midlands on the back of a hiding. Hear what we have to say about the game and the mysterious absence of four first-team player for such a crucial game. We also look ahead to our next league game as we welcome table-toppers Chelsea to Damson Park. Subscribe today to the only dedicated Birmingham City Women’s weekly audio show on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or Google Podcasts. Craig Hadley: @craighadlee Chris Pugh: @AWCAIB Caz Smith: @Team_Schroder Show: @GreatSince68
International weekend saw England lose to Germany in front of a record crowd at Wembley Stadium.
Hear what we have to say about the game and Phil Neville’s sudden realisation that things aren’t all rosy after all.
We also look ahead to the return of the Women’s Super League and Birmingham City’s impending trip to the Amex to face Brighton & Hove Albion.
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Caz Smith: @Team_Schroder
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Birmingham City’s winning run in the #ContiCup came to an end on Sunday.
Hear what we have to say about Birmingham City’s narrow 2-1 defeat to Manchester City and our thoughts on the lack of league cup coverage.
We close the show by looking ahead to the upcoming internationals including England’s big showdown with Germany at Wembley Stadium…
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Caz Smith: @Team_Schroder
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We are back to recap our first league win of the season, against former WSL champions Liverpool.
Hear what we have to say about Birmingham City’s win over the Reds and the thoughts of captain Kerys Harrop.
We close the show by looking ahead to Sunday’s game away at Manchester City…
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Caz Smith: @Team_Schroder
Show: @GreatSince68
We are back after a bout of illness to recap our victory over Leicester City.
Hear what Craig has to say about Birmingham City’s win over the Foxes and their defeat to Manchester City.
We close the show by looking ahead to Sunday’s game against Liverpool…
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Caz and Craig are here to discuss this week's England games and what we think about Phil Neville and his interesting comments.
We also look ahead to this weekend and Birmingham City's game against Manchester City.
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Chris Pugh: @AWCAIB
Caz Smith: @Team_Schroder
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Birmingham City secured their first win of the season on Sunday, against Everton.
Hear reaction from manager Marta Tejedor, defender Adrienne Jordan and goal scorer Rachel Williams on this week’s show.
We also recap all the action, as well as looking ahead to Sunday’s clash with Reading.
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Craig Hadley: @craighadlee
Chris Pugh: @AWCAIB
Caz Smith: @Team_Schroder
Show: @GreatSince68
EDITOR’S NOTE: There’s an echo from Chris and Caz for the opening five minutes or so. It clears up soon after.
Birmingham City return from a trip to London without a point. We discuss why on this week’s show…
We recap the action, as well as looking ahead to Sunday’s Continental Cup tie with Everton.
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Craig Hadley: @craighadlee
Chris Pugh: @AWCAIB
Caz Smith: @Team_Schroder
Show: @GreatSince68
Birmingham City kicked off the new season with a 1-0 loss at home to Everton.
We recap the action, as well as looking ahead to this weekend’s game away at West Ham United.
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Craig Hadley: @craighadlee
Chris Pugh: @AWCAIB
Caz Smith: @Team_Schroder
Show: @GreatSince68
The dedicated Birmingham City Women's podcast is back for another week and we are here to talk about England and their defeat to Norway.
We recap the game as well as the other internationals that have involved Blues players over the past week.
We also preview Birmingham City's season opener against Everton on Sunday.
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Craig Hadley: @craighadlee
Chris Pugh: @AWCAIB
Caz Smith: @Team_Schroder
Show: @GreatSince68
The only dedicated Birmingham City Women’s podcast returns for a third season and its not without its problems. Due to technical difficulties the original recording wasn't suitable for release so we've recorded an alternative version for our audio only listeners.
If you'd like to listen to the original go to: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Jw6lgPeWBxc
We mention John Pranjic's podcast '3Four3' on the show this week. To listen to his full interview with Brianna Visalli go to: https://343coaching.com/podcast/soccer-by-3four3/episode-145-brianna-visalli-west-ham-united-womens-professional-premier-league-nwsl/
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Chris Pugh: @AWCAIB
Caz Smith: @Team_Schroder
Show: @GreatSince68
Birmingham City finished the season on a high with their fourth win in four matches.
We discuss the departure of Ellen White, recap the action against Yeovil Town (15:31), as well as looking ahead to what could be a big summer at the World Cup (21:14).
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Craig Hadley: @craighadlee
Chris Pugh: @AWCAIB
Caz Smith: @Team_Schroder
Show: @GreatSince68
Birmingham City continued their unbeaten end to the season with a convincing win over Liverpool at St Andrew’s.
We recap the action as well as look ahead to our final game of the season, against Yeovil Town.
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Craig Hadley: @craighadlee
Chris Pugh: @AWCAIB
Caz Smith: @Team_Schroder
Show: @GreatSince68
Birmingham City celebrated back-to-back victories under boss Marta Tejedor for the first time this past weekend.
We recap the action as well as look ahead to Sunday’s game against Liverpool at St Andrews.
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Caz Smith: @Team_Schroder
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On the back of another international break, we invited fans to submit topics for us to debate. We also preview next week’s game against Everton.
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We return for another week to discuss the narrow defeat to Arsenal, Hannah Hampton’s goalkeeping prowess and we also hear from Blues manager Marta Tejedor for the first time.
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Caz Smith: @Team_Schroder
Show: @GreatSince68
It’s been over a month since our last competitive game. It’s been over two months since our last home game. Finally we’re back!
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Craig Hadley: @craighadlee
Chris Pugh: @AWCAIB
Caz Smith: @Team_Schroder
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A second defeat in a row for the Birmingham City side. We recap the action as well as round-up what’s going on at the club, from a fan’s perspective, from the past seven days.
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Craig Hadley: @craighadlee
Chris Pugh: @AWCAIB
Caz Smith: @Team_Schroder
Show: @GreatSince68
We've missed a week but we return to catch everyone up on what's been going on in the FA Cup. The Blues have taken on Yeovil Town and Reading with mixed fortunes.
We also discuss what the next month holds for Birmingham City and what manager Marta Tejedor had to say in a recent interview with Spanish newspaper Marca.
All of this and more on this week's podcast...
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We have lots to talk about this week on the show. We discuss the appointment of new manager Marta Tejedor, our new signings in Claudia Walker and Alex Brookes, as well our big win over champions Chelsea.
All of this and more on this week's podcast...
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The final of three special episodes of the Great Since 68 podcast sees journalists Suzy Wrack and Rich Laverty join us to discuss the role that media plays in Women's Football.
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Craig Hadley: @craighadlee
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Suzy Wrack: @SuzyWrack
Rich Laverty: @RichJLaverty
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To celebrate reaching our 50th episode of the show, we've spoken to a bunch of special guests about Birmingham City Women's only major trophy win. The 2012 FA Cup.
Over the course of the show, you will hear from Chelsea Weston, Becky Spencer, Jo Potter, Emily Westwood and David Parker about a day Blues fans will never forget.
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The first of three special episodes of the Great Since 68 podcast sees journalists Kieran Theivam and Molly Hudson join us to discuss the role that media plays in Women's Football.
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The show opens with us discussing the 1-0 defeat to Bristol City, which includes our final interview with Marc Skinner before he heads off to Orlando Pride (08:06).
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A quick preview of our next game against Chelsea (13:14).
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We then turn our attention to the role that media plays in covering women's football. Kieran and Molly offer their insight on how a journalist goes about their jobs as well as what the future has to offer for the game and the media (17:19).
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Molly Hudson: M0lly_Writes
Kieran Theivam: @KiersTheivam
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From the joys of Sunday’s win over Reading to the possible departure of manager Marc Skinner, we have it all on this week’s episode.
We share our thoughts on the win over the Royals, the defeat to Arsenal as well as the main topic of the week; Orlando Pride’s approach for Marc.
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Craig Hadley: @craighadlee
Chris Pugh: @AWCAIB
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We begin the New Year on a sour note as fan favourite Ann-Katrin Berger has left the club for a new challenge.
We share our thoughts on the departure before looking ahead to Sunday’s game against Reading.
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As Christmas fast approaches we had another two matches this past week. Did we round off the year in style? Find out as we discuss our trip to Manchester City and our mid-week game with Bristol City.
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Birmingham City saw off Yeovil Town and Leicester City this week but it wasn’t all smooth sailing. We discuss all the action before looking ahead to Sunday’s clash with Man City.
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Could this be a defining moment in our season? Birmingham City picked up their first win away at Liverpool since 2012. We recap the game and hear from manager Marc Skinner.
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We return to our regularly scheduled programming this week as we look back at Birmingham City's 3-0 win over West Ham United.
Emma Follis was at it again with another superb goal in this one and we spoke to her following the match.
Also, hear from manager Marc Skinner on this week's show.
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A bonus episode for you all this week as we welcome sports writer Rich Laverty to the show to discuss all things England.
The Lionesses beat Austria before succumbing to Sweden this past week and we break down the action as well as ask Rich the big questions.
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Mistakes cost us once again as the would-be champions Arsenal win at Borehamwood.
We look back at the game in which Emma Follis scored her first goal for the club.
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Hear from summer signing Harriet Scott and manager Marc Skinner as Blues claim a point against reigning champions Chelsea.
We round-up the rest of the weekend's action before previewing our next game against free-scoring Arsenal.
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Hear from match-winner Aoife Mannion as Blues beat Bristol City to record their fourth league win in five matches.
We round-up the rest of the weekend's action before previewing Sunday’s game against the reigning champions Chelsea.
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Oh, what could have been eh? Chris & Craig return for another show to break down the action.
We discuss the Man City game with Marc Skinner sharing his thoughts on the 3-2 defeat.
We let you know where to watch England as they prepare for upcoming friendlies against Brazil and Australia as well as previewing our next game against Bristol City.
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Another week another win for Birmingham City. Caz, Chris & Craig return for another show to break down the action.
We share a heated debate about why we think Phil Neville continues to ignore Blues' defenders for England as well as our weekly Blue Who? guessing game.
All of this and more on this week's show...
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Caz returns so we have a full squad once more to discuss our win over Sheffield United.
The only dedicated Birmingham City Women’s podcast also features interviews with Marc Skinner and Shania Hayles on this week's show.
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The only dedicated Birmingham City Women’s podcast returns for another week. Caz was unable to make it but the guys discuss the win over Everton as well as previewing Sunday's game against Sheffield United...
Also hear from the goalscorer Charlie Wellings as well as manager Marc Skinner...
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The only dedicated Birmingham City Women’s podcast returns for another week. Chris has finally returned so he joins Caz and Craig to discuss the weekend's international action...
We debut of our new game "Blue Who?" on this week's show. Play along at home!
We also preview Sunday's game against Everton.
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The only dedicated Birmingham City Women’s podcast returns for another week. Chris is still away so Caz and Craig breakdown last Sunday’s game against Aston Villa…
Also hear from Welsh international Hayley Ladd ahead of Wales' crunch game against England at Rodney Parade.
The only dedicated Birmingham City Women’s podcast now in its second season. Chris is still away so Caz and Craig breakdown last Sunday’s game against Man City…
Also hear from new signing Chloe Arthur on her time in Scotland and her move to the Blues!
The only dedicated Birmingham City Women’s podcast returns for a second season. Chris is away so Caz is here to help preview the season alongside Craig. We discuss Blues’ summer transfers, the U20s World Cup as well as look ahead to Sunday’s opening game against Manchester City…
Also hear from new signing Lucy Staniforth and manager Marc Skinner ahead of the new season!
Here are the best bits from season one of the only dedicated Birmingham City Ladies podcast, Great Since 68. Hear the best interviews and our funniest moments now. Enjoy and thanks for your continued support!
Great Since 68 - Episode 29: Two goals from young striker Charlie Wellings inspired Birmingham City to a superb win away at Everton. We discuss the game as well as hear reaction from the goal scorer herself and manager Marc Skinner.
Chelsea v Blues We open this week’s show discussing a near-perfect performance away at Kingsmeadow. It ended in defeat but we were so close from leaving London with a point.
Everton v Blues The guys then discuss Blues’ 3-0 win over Everton at the Marine Travel Arena. It was Birmingham’s final away game of the season and it featured some goal of the season contenders.
Loan Watch Find out how Coral-Jade Haines and Sophie Baggaley have gotten on over the course of the past seven days out on loan.
Preview: Blues v Reading We close this week's show by discussing our final game of the season against Reading which takes place this Sunday at St Andrew's.
Great Since ’68 – Episode 18: After another great win for Birmingham at Damson Park, we were forced to say goodbye to Norwegian international Andrine Hegerberg who has left for France. We also discuss the win over Yeovil Town and preview this weekend’s FA Women’s Cup tie with Reading.
Andrine Hegerberg The guys discuss her transfer to Paris Saint-Germain which went through at the beginning of this week. We talk about what her move means for her and her family as well as reminisce over her superb performance against Arsenal at the start of this season.
Blues v Yeovil Town Birmingham City made it two wins from two with a superb 3-0 win over Yeovil Town last weekend. We go over the key moments from the match including interviews from Aoife Mannion (16:22) and manager Marc Skinner. (18:14)
Loan Watch Coral-Jade Haines scored her second of the season for Tottenham Hotspur away at Sheffield in a 4-3 thriller while Sophie Baggaley’s Bristol City took on Liverpool. (24:02)
Great Since 68 - Episode 17: A shorter show than usual this week as we look ahead to the weekend’s game against Yeovil Town.
Originally scheduled as an away fixture it will now be at Damson Park this Sunday from 2.
We discuss the departure of Yeovil captain Ellie Curson on the eve of the game as well as making our weekly score predictions.
Great Since 68 - Episode 16: Back to winning ways for Birmingham City this week with their first win in four matches.
We discuss the 2-0 victory with interviews from manager Marc Skinner and goalkeeper Hannah Hampton.
We also discuss the Continental Cup semi-finals and international training camps.
Before finally, discussing the potential postponement of the Yeovil v Birmingham game on January 26 with comments from Marc Skinner.
Craig recommended a book on the show this week and that was ‘Under the Lights and In the Dark: Untold Stories of Women’s Soccer‘ by Gwendolyn Oxenham.
Our podcast image this week comes from the superb Birmingham City photographer Roy Smiljanic. Many thanks to him.
Great Since 68 - Episode 15: It was a week to forget for Birmingham City as they travelled away to Sunderland.
We recap the defeat with help from our special guest Katie Hume before discussing this week’s FA Women’s Cup draw.
Finally, we take a look at this upcoming weekend’s action and preview Birmingham’s first home game since November; against Bristol City.
Great Since 68 - Episode 14: We return for our first show back after the winter break and what a week to come back to.
Birmingham City Ladies have announced the departures of two first-team players and we give you our thoughts on the releases.
We then turn our attention to Marc Skinner’s end of year review before turning our eyes to the weekend’s action away at Sunderland.
Great Since 68 - Episode 13: With the snow causing havoc to the week’s Women’s Super League action, we turn our attention to the main news of the week.
The Football Association have announced which teams will play in the new look WSL next season. We discuss the fallout from the news.
Chris & Craig are joined by special guest Katie Whyatt; one half of the editorial team at The Width of the Post.
She was also recently nominated for student sports writer of the year by the Sports Journalists’ Association.
Great Since 68 - Episode 12: Birmingham City Ladies are out of the WSL Cup for another year and we discuss what went wrong for Blues.
Chris & Craig then turn their attention to the speculation that Sophie Baggaley might be in line for an early return in 2018.
We conclude the show by previewing this weekend’s game against Bristol City and giving out our score predictions.
Great Since 68 - Episode 11: We begin this week’s show by wishing Ann-Katrin Berger the best in her fight against cancer after the news broke earlier this week.
Chris & Craig then talk international football including Jess Carter’s debut for England and Hayley Ladd’s superb free-kick for Wales.
Then the guys look ahead to the weekend and our crunch Continental Cup game with Manchester City.
Great Since 68 - Episode 09: Our show this week begins with a brief recap of the defeat to Liverpool. We hear from both Jess Carter and manager Marc Skinner post-match.
We discuss the Coral-Jade Haines and Chloe Peplow showdown in WSL2 before hearing from Lucy Quinn on her time at Yeovil Town and her time in Birmingham.
All of this and more on this week’s show.
Great Since 68 - Episode 08: We return for another week and it’s been one busy week for the Birmingham City Ladies squad.
We discuss Birmingham’s 1-0 defeat to Everton before moving onto this past weekend’s win over Doncaster Belles.
We speak to manager Marc Skinner as well as Maddy Cusack.
Charlie Wellings also stops by for a chat for the first time and we find out which Birmingham player has influenced her great start to the season.
And then finally we preview our next game which is Liverpool away.
Great Since ’68 – Episode 07: Chris has returned and the guys are talking about local derbies this week on the show.
We discuss the prospect of a ‘Second City’ derby in Women’s Super League 1 between Birmingham City and Aston Villa with help from Maddy Cusack, Aoife Mannion and Abbey-Leigh Stringer.
We also discuss the Man City game as well as look towards this week’s Continental Cup double with Everton and Doncaster Belles.
Great Since 68 – Episode 06: Craig is flying solo this week with Chris away as we look ahead to the big game against Manchester City.
He takes a look back at the win over Watford last weekend before turning his attention to the Man City game on Sunday.
He is then joined by Man City Women’s supporter Amy Grange to discuss the game. Apologies for some wind noise at the beginning of our chat, it clears up fairly quickly.
Finally we hear from Marc Skinner ahead of the City match.
Great Since 68 – Episode 05: It’s time for our fifth podcast of the season and the guys return to discuss player development in women’s football. We are also joined by special guest Chris Freville who gives us his thoughts on the WSL Cup win over Oxford United.
Blues v Oxford United With both hosts unable to make the mid-week fixture we spoke to Blues fan Chris Freville, who was at Damson Park to witness the decisive win over Oxford.
Loan Watch We discuss how our players out on loan have got on over the last seven days in our weekly segment ‘Loan Watch’. (10:19)
Player Development in England Our main topic this week is player development in England. New signing Maddy Cusack shares with us how training has changed since she made the move from Aston Villa (11:24). We hear from defender Paige Williams on how English football has changed since she returned from Italy (13:45). We also hear from manager Marc Skinner. (26:19)
Great Since 68 – Episode 04: The show returns this week on the back of a feisty 90 minutes down in High Wycombe. We discuss the Reading game as well as hearing from captain Kerys Harrop.
Reading v Blues The guys discuss Birmingham City’s 2-2 draw away at Reading with reaction from captain Kerys Harrop who secured the point with a late header. (1:22)
Loan Watch We discuss how our players out on loan have got on over the last seven days in our weekly segment ‘Loan Watch’. (12:24)
Marc Skinner Craig spoke to manager Marc Skinner after the news of Fran Stenson’s senior debut last week made the local newspapers. (17:43)
Oxford United Preview Chris & Craig preview Birmingham City’s next fixture which is at home to Oxford on Wednesday October 11. (18:04)
Great Since 68 – Episode 03: Sixteen-year-old goalkeeper Fran Stenson made her senior debut as the Blues secured their first win of the season. We discuss the game as well as welcoming new co-host Chris Pugh to the show.
Blues v Everton The guys discuss the events of Birmingham City’s 2-1 win at home to Everton with reaction from manager Marc Skinner (1:24) and midfielder Hayley Ladd (5:04).
Loan Watch We introduce a brand new segment for the show, in which we discuss how our players out on loan have got on over the last seven days. (9:56)
Reading Preview Chris & Craig preview Birmingham City’s next fixture which is an away trip to High Wycombe as we face Reading on Sunday October 8. (17:31)
Great Since 68 - Episode 02: Penalties are the hot topic this week as a late one condemned Birmingham City to defeat away at Arsenal. We also preview our next game against Everton.
Arsenal v Blues Craig Hadley recaps the events of Birmingham City’s narrow 3-2 defeat away at Arsenal with reaction from manager Marc Skinner (5:04) and striker Ellen White (6:49).
Everton Preview Craig previews Birmingham City’s first home game of the season as Everton visit Damson Park on Sunday October 1. (8:07)
Great Since 68 - Episode 01: Craig Hadley recaps the events of the summer which included a memorable goal at Wembley for Charlie Wellings as well as England’s semi-final run in the European Championships.
Summer Signings Birmingham City have announced the signings of Maddy Cusack and Hayley Ladd. Craig provides his insight into what these players will bring to the Blues. (2:42)
Summer Departures The club have also announced the departures of Ellie Brazil, Coral-Jade Haines, Sophie Baggaley and Chloe Peplow. Find out where they’ve gone and if the deals are permanent. (4:07)
Arsenal Preview Craig previews Birmingham City’s first game of the new season which is away to Arsenal at Meadow Park on Sunday September 24. (8:44)
GS68: Our biggest win over Arsenal in WSL history - Episode 28: We return this week to see the Blues returning to winning ways. Ellen White produced another masterclass as Birmingham City saw off Arsenal at Damson Park. We’ve got reaction from manager Marc Skinner as well as a brief chat with Meaghan Sargeant coming up…
Chris’ Charity Penalty Challenge We open this week’s show chatting about Chris’ recent charity exploits. He had the privilege to take a penalty against Birmingham City goalkeeper Ann-Katrin Berger. Find out how he got on… (0:59)
Blues v Arsenal The guys along with special guest Caz Smith discuss Blues’ 3-0 win over Arsenal. It was Birmingham’s 9th home win of the season. (3:38)
Marc Skinner Hear Marc's thoughts after our superb victory over Arsenal and what he hopes from the Chelsea game. (14:19)
Meaghan Sargeant Meg reveals what her preferred position to play is as well as sharing how she first met teammate Freda Ayisi years before playing t
Great Since ’68 - Episode 27: The show returns this week to bring you the exciting news that three of the Birmingham City Ladies team are in the PFA Team of the Year. Find out who they are and how we got on against Yeovil Town…
Yeovil vs Blues Chris shares his thoughts on the game in which Birmingham City had 32 shots without finding the net. (0:59)
PFA Team of the Year We discuss the Professional Footballers’ Association Team of the Year with special attention paid to the three Blues players who were named. (07:47)
WSL Development Cup Final We discuss the importance of getting experience of playing in cup finals after the Blues Reserves side lost to Manchester City. (13:49)
Sophie Baggaley Craig shares a heart-warming story involving Bristol City keeper Sophie Baggaley, who is on loan from Birmingham, which he saw on social media over the last few days. (16:14)
Player of the Month We keep the superlatives coming as we praise Ellen White after she was
Great Since ’68 - Episode 26: It’s still a week to go till our next league game so it’s time for another international round-up show. We discuss the performances of Ellen White and Hayley Ladd as both battled in the England vs Wales game at St Mary’s as well as mixed success for our youth players away with the Lionesses…
Blues v Sunderland We briefly touch on Birmingham City’s 2-0 win over Sunderland that took place before the international break. (0:58)
England U17s We discuss England’s 2-0 win over Norway which booked them a place at this year’s European Championships in Lithuania. Fran Stenson was in action. (04:12)
England U19s We discuss the importance of getting experience on the international stage as Connie Scofield and Shania Hayles represented England in a narrow defeat to Germany. (08:26)
England v Wales We discuss Wales’ impressive defensive performance against England which featured our very own Hayley Ladd at the heart of the backline. (10:12)
Great Since ’68 - Episode 25: Birmingham City have done it again. Three wins on the bounce for the Blues thanks to a double from Ellen White. We have interviews with Marc Skinner, Ann-Katrin Berger and Paige Williams as well as our previewing Sunday’s game with Sunderland super fan Katie Hume.
Bristol v Blues We begin this week’s show by recapping Birmingham’s 2-0 win over Bristol City with reaction from manager Marc Skinner (10:05) and defender Paige Williams (12:56).
International News We discuss the latest England and Wales squads with special attention paid to our very own duo Ellen White and Hayley Ladd. Katie also gives her insight on Phil Neville’s latest addition to his coaching setup, Sunderland manager Mel Copeland. (14:55)
Blues v Sunderland We preview the Birmingham and Sunderland game with help from our special guest (22:47).
Ann-Katrin Berger We finish this week’s show with an interview with goalkeeper Ann-Katrin Berger. Find out about what d
Great Since ’68 - Episode 24: Two wins on the spin for Birmingham City as the Blues thrash Liverpool at Damson Park. We discuss the game as well as hearing reaction from manager Marc Skinner. We also preview Wednesday’s game against Bristol City.
Blues v Liverpool We begin this week’s show by recapping Birmingham’s 4-0 win over Liverpool with reaction from manager Marc Skinner. (1:26)
Bristol City v Blues We round off this week’s show with our preview of Wednesday’s Women’s Super League tie between Birmingham City and Bristol City. (14:15)
Tilton Talk – Blues Ladies Special Be sure to give the ‘Tilton Talk’ show a listen this week as they welcomed special guests Marc Skinner and Ann-Katrin Berger. You can find the show here and it begins about 23 minutes in: http://bit.ly/tiltontalk
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Great Since ’68 - Episode 23: We are back fresh from the international break to preview this weekend’s game against Liverpool. Chris was unable to make the show but Craig is joined by special guest Heather Carroll; from the Anfield Wrap podcast.
She Believes Cup We begin this week’s show by recapping the events of England’s time out at the She Believes Cup competition against the likes of France, Germany and USA. (1:37)
England Youth Squad News We give a shout out to Charlie Wellings, Connie Scofield, Shania Hayles, Fran Stenson, and Paris McKenzie who have recently been announced in upcoming squads for England at youth level as well as touching on the future Liverpool prospects. (8:17)
Development Squad We discuss the recent success for our developmental squad as they beat Reading to make the final of the Development League Cup thanks to Georgia Popple’s extra-time winner. (9:30)
Blues v Liverpool We conclude this week’s show with our preview of Sunday’s W
Great Since ’68 - Episode 22: In our final show before the international break we discuss Birmingham City’s two games against Manchester City in the space of three days. This week’s show includes interviews from Marc Skinner, Ellen White, Sarah Mayling and Rachel Williams.
Blues v Man City - FA Cup We begin this week’s show by hearing from manager Marc Skinner after our 3-1 defeat after extra-time to Manchester in the FA Cup (1:48). Don’t let the score fool you; we ran them to their limits in this one.
Blues v Man City – League The Blues returned to Damson Park on Wednesday buoyed by their performance on Sunday. Could we finally beat Manchester City? You bet we could. Hear reaction from our 2-0 win from Ellen White (10:48), Marc Skinner (19:12) and Sarah Mayling (23:13).
Rachel Williams We finish this week’s show by speaking to the 2011 WSL top goal scorer Rachel Williams. She returned to the Blues for a second spell and speaks about how things have changed and h
Great Since ’68 - Episode 21: Our record of three matches unbeaten came to an end this past weekend to title contenders Chelsea. We get reaction from manager Marc Skinner and midfielder Emma Follis following the defeat as well as previewing this weekend’s FA Cup fifth round game with Manchester City.
Blues v Chelsea We begin this week’s show by hearing from manager Marc Skinner after our 2-0 defeat to Chelsea (01:04). The guys discuss the game before also hearing reaction from midfielder Emma Follis (13:50).
Loan Watch It was another great week for Coral-Jade Haines at Spurs as the midfielder scores in a 2-1 win. We go over her player of the match as well as discussing Sophie Baggaley’s weekend with Bristol City (15:45).
Blues v Man City – FA Cup 5th Round After defeat to Manchester City in last year’s FA Cup Final, the Blues will be up for revenge in this one. We discuss potential injuries for both sides as well as giving our predictions ahead of the big game (19
Great Since ’68 - Episode 20: It’s a special bonus episode of the podcast this week as Craig Hadley spoke to former Birmingham City Ladies manager David Parker.
We discuss all aspects of his career so far including his time spent in the United States of America and of course his tenure at Birmingham City.
The First WSL Season David shares what it was like to take over as manager in time for the debut season of the Women’s Super League in 2011 and narrowly missing out on the title (13:12).
Winning the FA Cup Birmingham City secured the FA Women’s Cup in 2012 and it was a moment David thought would be the first of many (15:09).
Cristina Torkildsen As a named substitute at the 2012 FA Cup Final, we asked David what the current RTC Technical Director was like in her playing days (23:06).
Mel Lawley & Ellie Brazil David talks to us about his ideas behind recruitment and how he signed two of the most exciting English prospects Ellie Brazil and Mel Lawley (24:
Great Since ’68 - Episode 19: A superb win for Birmingham City this week, as we progress into the last 16 of the FA Women’s Cup. We also recap the fifth round FA Cup draw and preview this Saturday’s game against Chelsea.
Blues v Reading – FA Women’s Cup Birmingham City made it three wins in a row with a great 1-0 win away at Reading. We go over the key moments from the match including interviews from Marisa Ewers (1:50) and manager Marc Skinner (11:51).
FA Women’s Cup Last 16 After Birmingham’s superb win over Reading, we learnt our fate for the next round. In a repeat of last year’s final we will play Manchester City on February 18th at Damson Park. (15:10)
Player Awards This year’s end of season awards will commemorate the 50 years since Birmingham City Ladies began. We give you the details on what to expect and how to get tickets. (19:12)
Blues v Chelsea - Preview Birmingham City face one of their toughest tests of the season so far this weekend. They host the Spring
It's a special episode of the podcast this week as Craig Hadley speaks to Birmingham City Ladies' vice-captain Emily Westwood.
We discuss all aspects of her career since starting out at Wolverhampton Wanderers aged just 10.
She went on to battle the might of Arsenal at Everton under the watchful eye of Mo Marley before moving onto Birmingham City.
It's been a decorated career for the 33-year-old who continues to put in impressive performances for the club.
Listen to her story today...
Our music is from the song 'No Control' by the artist Jahzzar.