We start this episode with a heartfelt tribute to Tony “Shep” Shepardson — the voice of Scunthorpe United for many years. Known for his iconic and perfectly timed catchphrases, Shep has been a huge part of the matchday experience for countless Iron fans, and we send our very best wishes.

This is Episode 55 of Season 4 .Barra is joined by Max Bell to reflect on a hard-fought 0–0 draw with Hartlepool United. There was no late winner this time, and it was the visitors who came closest in the closing stages — but the point was enough to secure the Iron’s place in this season’s play-offs.

The panel discuss the performance, the importance of getting the job done, and what it means heading into the final stages of the season — with talk already turning to whether a trip to Wembley could be on the cards.

Looking ahead, attention turns to Easter Monday’s trip to face Gateshead FC, a side in the middle of a remarkable turnaround as they battle to avoid relegation. With Scunthorpe’s play-off place secured, could this be an opportunity to experiment ahead of the big games to come?

We’re also joined by Dan Bell in our Spy in the Camp segment to get the opposition view ahead of the clash.

Plus, there’s a quick round-up of the National League (and National League North) and plenty more discussion along the way.

The Iron Hour Podcast is proudly part of the talkSPORT Fan Network.

A big thank you to our sponsors Know Film, Best Blanks Wholesale, Hole in the Wand, AC Videography and Photography, and The George Inn, Barton for their continued support.

Mother.... maybe we are off to Wembley

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Episode 54 of Season 4 sees Barra and react to yet another dramatic late winner for Scunthorpe United, as birthday boy Dec Howe scored the decisive goal in a 2–1 victory over FC Halifax Town.

The panel break down that win in full, discussing the performance, the late drama, and the growing trend of the Iron leaving it until the final moments to get the job done.

Looking ahead, attention turns to the Easter weekend fixtures as Scunthorpe look to build momentum and make it a very Good Friday.

In this slightly different format episode, Max then takes over hosting duties for the rest of the show.with Marco dropping in to console himself after Italy's qualification woes.

We’re also joined by Jill, Hartlepool ambassador for Her Game Too, in our Spy in the Camp segment as we get the opposition view ahead of the weekend clash with Hartlepool United.

Plus, there’s plenty more discussion and reaction from across the National League.

The Iron Hour Podcast is proudly part of the talkSPORT Fan Network.

A big thank you to our sponsors Know Film, Best Blanks Wholesale, Whole in the Wand, AC Videography and Photography, and The George Inn, Barton for their continued support.

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Episode 53 of Season 4 sees Barra joined by Becky Wustrack, Ben Maidment and Dylan Whitbread to react to yet another dramatic late moment for Scunthorpe United, as the Iron rescued a point against league leaders Rochdale

Beestin came off the bench to grab the equaliser in a game that was shaped by goalkeeping errors at both ends, and the panel discuss whether this latest late goal is a sign of resilience or a habit of making things harder than they need to be.

Off the pitch, there’s movement in the squad as Leo Farrell returns to parent club Barnsley FC, while the Iron bring back in-form Dec Howe as they look to solve their attacking issues.

Attention then turns to the weekend trip to face play-off hopefuls FC Halifax Town, with a big travelling support expected despite it not quite being a derby.

We’re also joined by Luke Walsh in our Spy in the Camp segment to get the opposition view ahead of the Halifax clash.

The Iron Hour Podcast is proudly part of the talkSPORT Fan Network.

A big thank you to our sponsors Know Film, Best Blanks Wholesale, Whole in the Wand, AC Videography and Photography, and The George Inn, Barton for their continued support.

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