The Hard Truth - Inside the Football Industry with Darragh MacAnthony

Darragh MacAnthony
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Feb 26, 2025 • 56min

S5 EP20: The Glory of Bradford's run!

It's a Posh/Bradford win double... but it's time to celebrate the incredible won that Phil's City have been on that has put them on the cusp of the League 2 promotion places!Peterborough United Chairman Darragh MacAnthony and Bradford City supporter Philip Ideson are giving insight on the "Hard Truths" behind the football industry via this weekly podcast 🎙️⚽🏢On this week's episode...Posh get impressive win at HuddersfieldWhy Darren Ferguson continues to be the man for PoshCelebrating Bradford City's form!Should 3 teams be promoting from the National League?and much more!
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Feb 19, 2025 • 51min

S5 EP19: Talent Only Works with the Talent of Others!

It's time to catch up after a few weeks away and differing form for Peterborough and Bradford... Darragh is encouraging his Posh side to get back to doing what they do best! Peterborough United Chairman Darragh MacAnthony and Bradford City supporter Philip Ideson are giving insight on the "Hard Truths" behind the football industry via this weekly podcast 🎙️⚽🏢On this week's episode...Posh's struggles away from homeWhy Darragh is worried about relegationBradford's great form continuesWhy club's build new stadiums and much more!
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Jan 30, 2025 • 56min

S5 EP18: A midweek Posh Bradford win double!

As Deadline Day approaches Darragh is making plans and he'll be a lot more cheery after Posh won against Wigan in midweek... but Posh's form is nothing to Bradford'd run which has put them in 3rd. Peterborough United Chairman Darragh MacAnthony and Bradford City supporter Philip Ideson are giving insight on the "Hard Truths" behind the football industry via this weekly podcast 🎙️⚽🏢 On this week's episode... David Coote interview reaction Darragh's reaction to the Lincoln defeat Is this the time for Bradford fans to get excited? Your Transfer Deadline Day questions answered! and much more!
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Jan 22, 2025 • 48min

S5 EP17: Let the Process Play Out!

Darragh has been under the weather this week but it hasn't stopped Posh making moves in the transfer window. Darragh also discusses the recent 'brand evaluation' at Peterborough United and Phil is on cloud 9 after Bradford's recent run of results! Peterborough United Chairman Darragh MacAnthony and Bradford City supporter Philip Ideson are giving insight on the "Hard Truths" behind the football industry via this weekly podcast 🎙️⚽🏢 On this week's episode... Are Posh set for a new badge? Has social media become more toxic this year? Bradford excel without Andy Cook Erling Haaland signs a 10 year deal and much more!
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Jan 8, 2025 • 47min

S5 EP16: New Year, New Targets!

There's been a lack of Christmas cheer around Posh this festive period as Peterborough only gain 1 point from 4 games but Darragh is determined his side can put things right before the end of the season! Peterborough United Chairman Darragh MacAnthony and Bradford City supporter Philip Ideson are giving insight on the "Hard Truths" behind the football industry via this weekly podcast 🎙️⚽🏢 On this week's episode... Reviewing Posh's difficult Christmas It's been a busy start to the transfer window! Is this the year Bradford finally get promoted? Liverpool drop points against Manchester United Which bottom 3 side Darragh thinks will survive the Premier League drop! and much more!
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Dec 19, 2024 • 24min

S5 EP15: A Posh/Bradford win double for Christmas! 🎄

It's been an improved week for both Peterborough United and Bradford City as both teams win in the league and cup... however, it's much different for Pep Guardiola as Manchester City lose again! Peterborough United Chairman Darragh MacAnthony and Bradford City supporter Philip Ideson are giving insight on the "Hard Truths" behind the football industry via this weekly podcast 🎙️⚽🏢 On this week's episode... Posh win twice in a week in league and cup How Posh players rallied around James Dornelly Bradford win to edge closer to the play-offs Will Pep eventually embrace Man City's poor run? It's sacking season in the Premier League and EFL! and much more!
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Dec 10, 2024 • 40min

S5 EP14: Storm Darragh Hits Back!

It's been a tough week for Darragh and Posh fans after 2 defeats and the news that the Everton FA Cup tie is to be played on a Thursday night. Darragh & Phil jumped on a podcast to chat it all through and prove that they don't hide away when life is hard! Peterborough United Chairman Darragh MacAnthony and Bradford City supporter Philip Ideson are giving insight on the "Hard Truths" behind the football industry via this weekly podcast 🎙️⚽🏢 On this week's episode... The FA move Posh's FA Cup tie vs Everton to a Thursday! How will this damage Posh's income? Posh lose at home to Burton... and lose Poku until next year! Northampton win the derby, where do Posh go from here? Darragh tells fans to leave the manager and players alone! and much more!
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Dec 4, 2024 • 55min

S5 EP 13: Arne Slot's Midas Touch!

Ticket prices have been on everyone's lips this week but what does an actual football club owner think?! Darragh and Phil are back to chat about the big football topics! Peterborough United Chairman Darragh MacAnthony and Bradford City supporter Philip Ideson are giving insight on the "Hard Truths" behind the football industry via this weekly podcast 🎙️⚽🏢 On this week's episode... Ticket Price hike Posh draw Everton in the cup? How will Ruud Van Nistelrooy do at Leicester? and much more!
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Nov 13, 2024 • 54min

S5 EP 12: Are the government punishing football?

The budget is out but how will it affect EFL football clubs? Posh turn Cambridgeshire blue (again) and Liverpool go 5 points clear at the top of the Premier League! Peterborough United Chairman Darragh MacAnthony and Bradford City supporter Philip Ideson are giving insight on the "Hard Truths" behind the football industry via this weekly podcast 🎙️⚽🏢 On this week's episode... Respect for Remembrance Day Has the government's budget disrupted football? Posh beat Cambridge 6-1 Why do Brighton keep getting it right? Messi and Miami are eliminated in MLS and much more!
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Nov 6, 2024 • 56min

S5 EP 11: The Ghost Goal!

Halloween may have been last week but there's spooky goings on in Peterborough's FA Cup game with a controversial 'ghost goal'. Darragh and Phil also analyse Manchester United's new manager and Real Madrid boycotting the Ballon D'or! Peterborough United Chairman Darragh MacAnthony and Bradford City supporter Philip Ideson are giving insight on the "Hard Truths" behind the football industry via this weekly podcast 🎙️⚽🏢 On this week's episode... Posh win despite 'ghost goal' Bradford also through to FA Cup Round 2 Clubs miss out on lucrative FA Cup replays Manchester United hire Ruben Amorim Does football have a responsibility to help players who are addicts? and much more!

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