<![CDATA[Same Old City: Podcast]]>https://www.sameoldcity.com/s/same-old-cityhttps://www.sameoldcity.com/img/substack.pngSame Old City: Podcasthttps://www.sameoldcity.com/s/same-old-citySubstackTue, 01 Sep 2026 01:52:51 GMT<![CDATA[Malcolm in the middle]]>https://www.sameoldcity.com/p/malcolm-in-the-middlehttps://www.sameoldcity.com/p/malcolm-in-the-middleMon, 31 Aug 2026 06:15:52 GMTOur latest pod covers a busy weekend in the world of Same Old City, as we discuss the comfortable 2-1 win over Exeter and reflect on a proud moment as Same Old Citra, our beer brewed in collaboration with Trig Brewery, is launched. We also debate which members of the City squad might not make the cut when the 22-man list is submitted this week, and look ahead to upcoming away trips to Cheltenham and Crewe.

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]]><![CDATA[I ♥ NY]]>https://www.sameoldcity.com/p/i-nyhttps://www.sameoldcity.com/p/i-nyMon, 24 Aug 2026 08:16:25 GMTSimon and Ben are joined by new guest James Green to reflect on an excellent away day that saw almost 2,500 City fans descend on Rotherham. We give our verdict on a strong performance, the emergence of Joe Grey as a key player, and debate whether it was a point gained or three points dropped. We discuss what transfer activity might happen before the August window closes, and look ahead to the visit of Exeter City at the weekend. There’s also an exciting announcement about something we’ve been brewing that will be released very soon!

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]]><![CDATA[Ultras Mailbag (August)]]>https://www.sameoldcity.com/p/ultras-mailbag-augusthttps://www.sameoldcity.com/p/ultras-mailbag-augustThu, 20 Aug 2026 06:10:34 GMT

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]]><![CDATA[The Boyes are back in town]]>https://www.sameoldcity.com/p/the-boyes-are-back-in-townhttps://www.sameoldcity.com/p/the-boyes-are-back-in-townTue, 18 Aug 2026 06:31:27 GMTGuest Will Harris joins the pod to reflect on an impressive opening-day win over Bristol Rovers that has lifted the mood around the club. We analyse the key events from that action-packed game, rave about Harry Boyes’ debut, and look ahead to the trip to Rotherham.

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]]><![CDATA[Predicting the 2026/27 season]]>https://www.sameoldcity.com/p/predicting-the-202627-seasonhttps://www.sameoldcity.com/p/predicting-the-202627-seasonThu, 13 Aug 2026 06:32:00 GMT

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]]><![CDATA[Living in a box: City's 2026/27 season gets underway]]>https://www.sameoldcity.com/p/living-in-a-boxhttps://www.sameoldcity.com/p/living-in-a-boxMon, 10 Aug 2026 08:56:50 GMTThe podcast is joined by Dave Hughes to assess a disappointing Carabao Cup loss at home to Crawley in Scott Lindsey’s first game in charge. We also cover the signing of Harry Boyes, discuss our hopes and fears for the season ahead, and preview the League Two opener against Bristol Rovers. Other important topics covered include old wrestlers, Mounjaro and tent scratching.

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]]><![CDATA[Crawley perspective on Scott Lindsey & previewing the League Cup tie]]>https://www.sameoldcity.com/p/crawley-perspective-on-scott-lindseyhttps://www.sameoldcity.com/p/crawley-perspective-on-scott-lindseySat, 01 Aug 2026 06:30:16 GMTCrawley Town fan Sam Jordan joins us to discuss how new City head coach Scott Lindsey fared across two spells in charge at Broadfield Stadium. We discuss what went right in his promotion-winning 2023/24 campaign, what went wrong when he returned to the club, and what style of play York fans can expect.

We also look ahead to the first competitive game of the season as City and Crawley meet in the League Cup preliminary round on Monday evening. Sam gives his assessment of how Crawley are shaping up ahead of the new season, which players to keep an eye out for, and how the Red Devils might approach the game.

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]]><![CDATA[Stuart Maynard sacked & Scott Lindsey appointed - reaction pod]]>https://www.sameoldcity.com/p/stuart-maynard-sacked-and-scott-lindseyhttps://www.sameoldcity.com/p/stuart-maynard-sacked-and-scott-lindseyTue, 28 Jul 2026 07:30:21 GMTThe sacking of Stuart Maynard and his replacement by Scott Lindsey has sent shockwaves through the York City community just a week before the season starts. In this episode, Simon & Ben are joined by guest Stu Wilson to discuss their thoughts on the news, speculate about why it might have happened, and consider where we go from here. We try to gauge the temperature of how the fanbase are feeling and pay tribute to Maynard’s significant achievements at the club. We also begin to assess what Lindsey’s tenure might bring, looking ahead to the League Cup tie against Crawley.

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]]><![CDATA[Truly Medley Deeply: New signings, fixtures, kits and more]]>https://www.sameoldcity.com/p/truly-medley-deeply-new-signingshttps://www.sameoldcity.com/p/truly-medley-deeply-new-signingsFri, 10 Jul 2026 06:00:51 GMTBen and Simon convene for a new podcast now that pre-season is underway. We reflect on some recent player departures, four new signings and a big new contract for Josh Stones. We pick out some highlights from the 2026/27 fixture list and give our opinion on the new home kit. There’s also, for some reason, chat about recipe websites, hoovers and the Heimlich manoeuvre.

]]><![CDATA[Backinyemi - Dipo & Maguire in, Fagan-Walcott out]]>https://www.sameoldcity.com/p/backinyemi-dipo-and-maguire-in-faganhttps://www.sameoldcity.com/p/backinyemi-dipo-and-maguire-in-faganThu, 18 Jun 2026 17:00:59 GMTPod time! Attention may have turned to the World Cup, but there’s still plenty of YCFC news to get stuck into - in this episode we discuss Dipo Akinyemi’s surprise return to the club, the signing of Frankie Maguire and some uncertainty in defence with the departure of Malachi Fagan-Walcott and Zak Johnson's future unclear. We also look ahead to the fixture release date next week and briefly cover the Carabao Cup preliminary round draw at home to Crawley Town.

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]]><![CDATA[Stuart Maynard interview]]>https://www.sameoldcity.com/p/stuart-maynard-interviewhttps://www.sameoldcity.com/p/stuart-maynard-interviewWed, 10 Jun 2026 06:45:53 GMTListen to our exclusive interview with Stuart Maynard, and find out the answers to such questions as:

  • How did Stuart finally unlock the potential of the Pearce/Stones strike partnership?

  • What was the points target he kept referencing that he thought would win the National League last season?

  • What surprise did he get when he arrived at Spotland for the final day title decider, that forced a tactical rethink?

  • How well prepared does he think our squad is for League Two, and where might we need to improve?

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]]><![CDATA[Same Old City: A new chapter]]>https://www.sameoldcity.com/p/same-old-city-a-new-chapter-122https://www.sameoldcity.com/p/same-old-city-a-new-chapter-122Mon, 08 Jun 2026 05:01:53 GMTThe new home for Same Old City is right here at sameoldcity.com, and we’ve got big plans for the place. Listen to this episode for more info on our future plans including weekly podcasts, written content and an exciting new way to support our work in the form of Same Old City Ultras. We also tease an interview episode that will be coming in the near future...

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]]><![CDATA[2025/26 Season Review or: How I learned to stop worrying and love Stuart Maynard]]>https://www.sameoldcity.com/p/202526-season-review-or-how-i-learned-41dhttps://www.sameoldcity.com/p/202526-season-review-or-how-i-learned-41dThu, 21 May 2026 09:59:40 GMTSimon & Ben are joined by guest Will Harris to look back on York's record-breaking 25/26 season, picking out key moments to discuss and dishing out our end of season awards. We also look ahead to how we might fare in League 2 and debate transfer targets.

Timings:

00:00 Introduction, feedback on the "CHAMPIONS" episode

23:54 Month-by-month review of the 2025/26 season - key games, moments and turning points

1:12:36 Same Old City end of season awards - we reveal the winners

1:30:35 Looking ahead to the 2026/27 season - retained/released list, reflecting on departures of Batty and Male, transfer priorities for next season

]]><![CDATA[CHAMPIONS]]>https://www.sameoldcity.com/p/champions-c20https://www.sameoldcity.com/p/champions-c20Wed, 29 Apr 2026 05:00:00 GMTWhat's happened?! We've only gone and won our first league title in over 40 years in the most dramatic possible fashion, that's what. Listen as we relive a truly incredible day for York City.

]]><![CDATA[Title decider special - Rochdale v York]]>https://www.sameoldcity.com/p/title-decider-special-rochdale-v-6d2https://www.sameoldcity.com/p/title-decider-special-rochdale-v-6d2Tue, 21 Apr 2026 15:04:59 GMTSo it's come to this: a National League title decider! We recap the win v Yeovil, the few minutes we thought the league might be won, and the heartbreak of Rochdale's late winner. We're also joined by Rochdale fan Will to preview the big game at Spotland.

Timings:

00:00 - Intro, feedback on last episode

11:06 - Discussion of York City 3-0 Yeovil Town (and Braintree Town 1-2 Rochdale...)

38:56 - Previewing the title decider with Rochdale fan Will

1:48:14 - Talking points - best/worst dressed at end of season awards, predictions league update, University Challinor

]]><![CDATA[The Other Side: Yeovil Town (H) preview with Ben from Gloverscast]]>https://www.sameoldcity.com/p/the-other-side-yeovil-town-h-preview-932https://www.sameoldcity.com/p/the-other-side-yeovil-town-h-preview-932Fri, 17 Apr 2026 05:00:00 GMTSimon is joined by Yeovil fan Ben from Gloverscast to preview City's crucial last home game of the season - are Yeovil already on the beach, or do they have a plan to stop Stuart Maynard's title chasing side?

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]]><![CDATA[First Class Male]]>https://www.sameoldcity.com/p/first-class-male-38ahttps://www.sameoldcity.com/p/first-class-male-38aTue, 14 Apr 2026 05:00:00 GMTSupport Same Old City on Ko-Fi

Defences (and goalkeepers) win titles! We celebrate a hard-fought win at Tamworth and spend a fair while discussing whether the title race is going to the final day, and how to survive the tension. Also, a preview of Yeovil (H) and all the usual nonsense.

Timings:

00:00 Listener feedback on our 100th episode

09:20 Discussion of Tamworth 0-1 York City

37:11 Talking Points: The title race - karma, staying calm, can Braintree do us a favour?, Ian Henderson, our most essential players and potential open top bus parade routes. Plus a statistical comparison of Newby and Brookes at left wing-back, our shouts for player/clubman of the year, and Harrison Male's future.

1:22:16 Predictions league update, preview of Yeovil Town (H), University Challinor

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]]><![CDATA[The 100 Club]]>https://www.sameoldcity.com/p/the-100-club-fc6https://www.sameoldcity.com/p/the-100-club-fc6Thu, 09 Apr 2026 09:26:02 GMTSupport Same Old City on Ko-Fi

We are history makers! As Stuart Maynard's men pass the 100 point mark with an emotional late win over Altrincham, Same Old City reaches a century of episodes. We celebrate with another marathon pod and debate whether the title race goes to the final day.

Featuring:

Discussion of York City 1-0 Woking

Discussion of Boston United 0-1 York City

Discussion of York City 2-1 Altrincham

Talking points - the title race, Rochdale tickets, Ollie Pearce stat man analysis, should Joe Felix come back into the side?, Fortnite celebrations, improved LNER atmosphere, leaving early

Predictions league update, Tamworth (A) preview, University Challinor

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]]><![CDATA[Heed loss]]>https://www.sameoldcity.com/p/heed-loss-ec3https://www.sameoldcity.com/p/heed-loss-ec3Thu, 26 Mar 2026 06:00:00 GMTSupport Same Old City on Ko-fi

We're still fighting for this title. Ben and Simon look back on more twists and turns in the race for the National League title, as York drop points at Gateshead but Rochdale stumble at Scunthorpe. Also, YCFC players as film stars and more nonsense.

Timings:

04:39 - Discussion of Aldershot Town 0-3 York City

28:46 - Discussion of York City 4-0 Brackley Town

47:47 - Discussion of Gateshead 3-1 York City

59:49 - Talking points - the title race, 100 goal seasons, which films would YCFC players star in?

1:21:03 - Predictions league update, previews of Woking (H), Boston (A) & Altrincham (H), University Challinor

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]]><![CDATA[The gloves are off]]>https://www.sameoldcity.com/p/the-gloves-are-off-949https://www.sameoldcity.com/p/the-gloves-are-off-949Thu, 12 Mar 2026 06:00:00 GMTSupport Same Old City on Ko-Fi

One game, one game undefeated... We look back on wins over Morecambe & Eastleigh, plus a defeat at Boreham Wood in between. We try and work out what twists and turns might be in store for the title race, and weigh in on new legal wranglings for the club.

Timings:

05:48 Discussion of Morecambe 0-1 York City

21:32 Discussion of Boreham Wood 3-2 York City

46:44 Discussion of York City 3-1 Eastleigh

1:11:57 Talking points - where might Rochdale drop points on their run-in?, set piece goals conceded, stats focus on Malachi Fagan-Walcott, which positions to strengthen next season, best & worst YCFC owners

1:41:05 Previews of Aldershot (A), Brackley (H) & Gateshead (A), University Challinor

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