

The Hard Truth - Inside the Football Industry with Darragh MacAnthony
Darragh MacAnthony
Having bought a professional football club Peterborough United aged 29 and been in the game for nearly 15 years Darragh shares his opinions on all things football as well as business discussion in this weekly podcast.
Brutally honest, direct opinion and insight of what happens behind the scenes, not in the public eye in the frantically busy and ever-changing world of football.
Hence the name of the podcast being “The Hard Truth”
Brutally honest, direct opinion and insight of what happens behind the scenes, not in the public eye in the frantically busy and ever-changing world of football.
Hence the name of the podcast being “The Hard Truth”
Episodes
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Aug 14, 2024 • 60min
S5 EP3: Teething Problems
The football season has finally kicked off and it's been a mixed start for Posh and Bradford, 2 defeats for Darragh's Peterborough but it's the players in the treatment room that are the biggest concern!
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...
Reaction to Posh's injury concerns
How it impacts the transfer window
Bradford win at MK Dons
Darragh answers your questions!
and much more!

Aug 7, 2024 • 58min
S5 EP2: The 2024/25 Season Preview!
The time for talking is over and the new EFL season is just days away... we take a deep dive into Posh and Bradford's summers as well as previewing the top 4 leagues!
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 time for talking is over
Posh's summer transfers
A new contract for a Posh star!
Can Bradford finally get promoted?
The Top 4 leagues previewed!
and much more!

Jul 29, 2024 • 53min
S5 EP1: The Summer Preview Episode
Darragh and Phil are back for a new season and we're kicking off with a catch up on what's been happening in the close season. As usual with Posh... there's lots to talk about on incomings and outgoings in the transfer market!
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...
Ins and Outs at Posh
What Birmingham's spending means for League 1
Why trialists never get named on the teamsheet!
Why Darragh wants to buy a USL club!
and much more!

May 16, 2024 • 1h 12min
S4 EP28: Season Finale
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...
It's another year in League 1 for Posh
The Planning starts now for 2024/25
The problems that Liverpool now face!
What is the percentage odds of your team going up?
and much more!

Apr 24, 2024 • 1h
S4 E27: Bradford Miracle Pending?
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...
It's Play-Offs for Posh!
Bradford take their Play-Off push to the last day
Darragh's thoughts on VAR after a controversial week!
National League side with FA in FA Cup Replays row!
La Liga to play matches abroad!
and much more!

Apr 19, 2024 • 57min
S4 EP26: Civil War Football!
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 have an up and down week!
– Darragh reacts to the FA Cup announcement
– Have Liverpool ran out of steam?
– and much more!

Apr 8, 2024 • 55min
S4 E25: Cup Champions!
Peterborough United Chairman Darragh MacAnthony and Bradford City supporter Philip Ideson are back for a new season and give insight on the "Hard Truths" behind the football industry via this weekly podcast 🎙️⚽🏢
On this week's episode...
– Posh win at Wembley!
– Darragh reflects on a wonderful day for Peterborough
– A brighter future for Bradford?
– Have Liverpool dropped the ball in the title race?
– and much more!

Mar 21, 2024 • 57min
S4 E24: How to solve a problem like Bradford!
Peterborough United Chairman Darragh MacAnthony and Bradford City supporter Philip Ideson are back for a new season and give insight on the "Hard Truths" behind the football industry via this weekly podcast 🎙️⚽🏢
On this week's episode...
– Posh suffer unlucky defeat to Pompey
– Why are rival fans having a pop at Posh supporter numbers?
– What is going on at Bradford City?
– The government announce football regulator
– and much more!

Mar 15, 2024 • 1h 1min
S4 E23: Deal or No Deal
Peterborough United Chairman Darragh MacAnthony and Bradford City supporter Philip Ideson are back for a new season and give insight on the "Hard Truths" behind the football industry via this weekly podcast 🎙️⚽🏢
On this week's episode...
– Posh beat Stevenage on Sky
– How Posh fans have been the best in 20 years!
– Thoughts on the Premier League/EFL funding row!
– Are Wycombe in the wrong for buying Reading's training ground?
– and much more!

Mar 7, 2024 • 59min
S4 E22: Pitch Perfect
Peterborough United Chairman Darragh MacAnthony and Bradford City supporter Philip Ideson are back for a new season and give insight on the "Hard Truths" behind the football industry via this weekly podcast 🎙️⚽🏢
On this week's episode...
– Double derby delight for Posh
– Bradford have pitch issues... again!
– Why Darragh wants to work with the EFL
– Championship finances
– and much more!