Episodes

  • Where’s the Birds? Phil Differ & Raymond Mearns Talk Football, Comedy, Only an Excuse & Celtic Da’s
    Jul 18 2025

    Comedy writer and Only an Excuse creator Phil Differ and Glasgow stand-up favourite Raymond Mearns join Frank McAvennie and Simon Houston for a riotous episode packed with stories, laughs and a bit of nostalgia.


    The four talk football, the glory days of Scottish sketch comedy, and how Phil came up with Frank’s iconic catchphrase “Where’s the birds?” — much to Frank’s ongoing confusion. Raymond delivers what may be the greatest joke ever told, and they all discuss the inspiration behind Celtic Da’s — Phil’s brand-new stage play starring Raymond and fellow Scottish comic Bruce Morton.


    Expect big laughs, behind-the-scenes stories, and the kind of patter only this lot could get away with.

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    1 hr and 6 mins
  • Paul Parker: Fergie’s Fury, Cantona’s Magic & The Real Reason England Missed USA ’94
    Jul 10 2025

    Former Manchester United and England defender Paul Parker joins us for a no-holds-barred chat packed with incredible stories and jaw-dropping revelations.


    He lifts the lid on life under Sir Alex Ferguson, shares what made Eric Cantona so special, and reveals the one teammate who left him starstruck.


    Paul also names the greatest Manchester United XI he’s ever seen — and drops a bombshell on who he thinks is really to blame for England missing out on the 1994 World Cup. (Spoiler: It’s not Graham Taylor…)


    One of the most entertaining and honest interviews we’ve ever done — don’t miss this one.

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    57 mins
  • David Speedie on Jock Stein’s Final Moments, love for King Kenny and being let down by SFA Betrayal
    Jul 2 2025

    In this powerful episode of Let Me Be Frank, former Scotland international David Speedie joins Simon Houston and Frank McAvennie for an unfiltered, emotional chat. Speedie opens up about witnessing the final moments of the legendary Jock Stein, his deep admiration for Kenny Dalglish, and much more.


    This is a raw, honest conversation with one of Scottish football’s most underrated strikers - full of passion, humour, and hard truths.


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    44 mins
  • Celtic hero Andy Payton relives his season in Paradise and shares heartbreaking dementia diagnosis
    Jun 27 2025

    In this powerful and emotional episode of Let Me Be Frank, Frank McAvennie and Simon Houston sit down with former Celtic striker Andy Payton, who opens up about his unforgettable year at Parkhead - and the recent revelation of his early dementia diagnosis.


    Andy reflects on:

    • 🟢 Why it was a privilege to wear the Celtic shirt

    • 🔥 His chaotic Old Firm debut

    • 🦁 What it was like being coached by the legendary Lisbon Lions


    And much more!


    A raw, honest, and at times heartbreaking conversation with a man who still holds Celtic close to his heart.


    Don’t miss this one. 💚

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    42 mins
  • Can Frank & Simon Beat a Golf Pro?!
    Jun 19 2025

    This week, it’s a different kind of Let Me Be Frank - as Frank McAvennie and Simon Houston swap the podcast studio for the fairways of Hilton Park Golf Club.


    They’re taking on Ewan Grimes, the Hilton Park club pro and a proud Rangers man. Naturally, things get competitive fast with two Celtic lads in the mix. Expect plenty of banter, birdies, and digs both on and off the course.


    🎯 Ewan shares a brilliant story about a legenary Walter Smith hole in one

    🎙️ The boys react to Rangers’ new manager, Russell Martin

    🏌️‍♂️ Ewan puts Frank & Simon to the test on the course

    👀 And much more… including thoughts on Andy Murray’s claim that he plays off nearly scratch after less than a year of golf!


    Who wins? Who bottles it? And who needs golf lessons? Hit play and find out…

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    31 mins
  • Celtic transfer latest and the West Ham striker curse
    Jun 17 2025

    Frank and Simon discuss the latest summer transfer window chat and who should come and go at Celtic. Frank gives his thoughts on West Ham’s lack of business, plus Andy Robertson on his way to Madrid?

    And there’s still time to win a signed Centenary top and meet Frank himself.

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    19 mins
  • Ex-Celtic and Scotland star Tosh McKinlay turns comedian in hilarious interview
    Jun 16 2025

    In this laugh-filled episode of Let Me Be Frank, Frank McAvennie and Simon Houston are joined by former Celtic and Scotland left-back Tosh McKinlay, who proves he might have missed his calling as a stand-up comic.


    Tosh looks back on a remarkable career that took him to the biggest stage in football, including representing Scotland at Euro ’96 and the 1998 World Cup. He also opens up about that infamous training ground bust-up with Henrik Larsson, revealing a hint of regret and reflecting on how it all played out behind the scenes.


    Football, banter, and brilliant stories - you don’t want to miss this one.

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    44 mins
  • Braveheart Colin Hendry on Dalglish, Rangers, THAT Gazza goal & mental health campaign with Macca
    Jun 6 2025

    🎙️ This week on Let Me Be Frank, Frank McAvennie and Simon Houston sit down with Scotland legend Colin Hendry for a cracking chat full of insight, stories, and laughs.


    Hendry opens up about:

    • Playing under Kenny Dalglish

    • His time at Rangers

    • That unforgettable Gazza goal at Euro ’96

    • Life after football and teaming up with Frank on a powerful mental health campaign


    From dressing room tales to serious real-life topics, this episode has it all. If you’re a fan of Scottish football, this is one you won’t want to miss.

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    55 mins