Rephonic
Artwork for Claret & Blue Podcast

Claret & Blue Podcast

Reach Podcasts
Aston Villa
Premier League
Europa Conference League
Football
West Ham
Champions League
Jack Grealish
Heroes & Villans
Emiliano Buendía
Ollie Watkins
Ajax
Juan Pablo Ángel
Birmingham City
European Cup
Dave Woodall
European Football
VAR
Set Pieces
Tottenham Hotspur
Steve Bruce

Welcome to Claret & Blue - a podcast about all things Aston Villa. Hosted by Dan Rolinson, Mat Kendrick & John Townley. On this podcast feed, we'll be posting a minimum of four new episodes per week throughout the 2025/26 Premier League season. We look forward to talking all things Aston Villa with you as Unai Emery takes us on a Europa League Tour. Please follow the feed and get involved with the... more

PublishesDailyEpisodes1012Founded8 years ago
Number of ListenersCategories
SoccerSportsFootball

Listen to this Podcast

Artwork for Claret & Blue Podcast

Latest Episodes

After 4 consecutive wins in the Premier League, Aston Villa find themselves 3 points off 2nd place and level on points with this weekend's opponent: Liverpool

Dan Rolinson and John Townley sit down for a chat on why you should never write off an Una... more

Dan Rolinson and John Townley visit Hockley Social Club to take on a batch of your Aston Villa questions on Mailbag Monday after Villa beat Man City at Villa Park on Sunday.

🎙🎙

FPRO: Go to fpro.com/claretandblue and get an exclusive 20% o... more

YouTube

Dan Rolinson and Mat Kendrick return from Villa Park to share their thoughts on Villa's 1-0 win against Man City in the Premier League.

🎙🎙

EXCLUSIVE NordVPN Deal ➼ nordvpn.com/claretandblue

Try it risk-free now with a 30-day money-back gu... more

Dan Rolinson and John Townley look ahead to Aston Villa's home match against Man City where Emery's side will need to put the wrongs of Go Ahead Eagles right.

GET INVOLVED: forms.gle/4R4kq4g1Ffta5xWW6

🎙🎙

EXCLUSIVE NordVPN Deal ➼ https:/... more

Key Facts

Accepts Sponsors
Contact Information
Podcast Host
Number of Listeners
Find out how many people listen to this podcast per episode and each month.

Similar Podcasts

People also subscribe to these shows.

Recent Guests

Guillem Balague
Spanish football expert, journalist, TV pundit, and author of 11 books.
Author of 'Rise of the Villans'
Episode: GUILLEM BALAGUE: Aston Villa are still on the rise despite poor start
Graham Falk
Host of the WTF Sunderland Podcast
Episode: Aston Villa's character tested in crucial Sunderland clash
John McGinn
The club captain of Aston Villa
Aston Villa
Episode: McGinn x Townley: What it was like to interview Villa's captain
Ivan McDouall
Author of 'Only the Real Thing, Aston Villa and The Coca Cola Cup, 1993 to 1996'
Episode: Why Villa's trophy success in the 90s wasn't the start of something special
Jacob Tanswell
Villa reporter and debut guest on Claret & Blue Podcast
Episode: Emery's long-term goals, revamping PSR & a round up of transfer rumours
Morgan Rogers
Young professional footballer currently playing for Aston Villa
Aston Villa
Episode: The Making of Morgan Rogers
Matt Lynch
Episode: The ALTERNATIVE Aston Villa Awards 2025
Matt Kendrick
Football commentator and podcaster
Claret & Blue Podcast
Episode: Selling Martinez, absent Asensio & a tribute to Peter McParland
Matt Davies
Former colleague and host of Forest Focus Podcasts
Nottingham Forest
Episode: The race for next year's Champions League - Villa's Top 5 Rivals assessed

Hosts

Dan Rolinson
Host of the podcast, bringing a dedicated fan perspective and presenting with humor and authority.
John Townley
Mat Kendrick

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 1.1k ratings
  • The Source for AVFC fans!

    I’ve listened to all the Villa podcasts and this, without doubt, is the place for Villa fans. Great mix or reporting, fun and entertaining & honest commentary. UTV!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Fitz in ireland
    Irelanda month ago
  • Interesting but worry too much

    I like the insight and locality of it all. However I feel like the hosts are constant defending their own opinions and validating them too each other which is really annoying way of broadcasting content.

    Also one time I normally wait until the morning when the game is finished and the title of the pod came up as a notification and ruined it for me which made me unsubscribe.

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    Jim Felp
    New Zealanda month ago
  • Feedback

    I heard Dan Rollinson complain about comments about John Townley , the pod is better at times when

    the likes of Rob Warner & Neil are on there .

    Too much waffling when John is on there , I appreciate he is a diehard Villa Fan but at times he seems too invested in Villa and takes it too heart too much

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    Cricket Bears
    United Kingdom2 months ago
  • New Fan

    Listening from across the pond in Virginia in the US. Decided to get into the Prem this season and have picked Aston Villa as my squad. This pod has helped me understand the club, the game, and all that comes with it. I’m enjoying every episode!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Ty Comer
    United States2 months ago
  • John Townley

    The latest idea does not work IMO or it is like a 25 minute ramble , far better when there are 2 of them talking/producing .Also good idea when they have different guests on there

    Apple Podcasts
    2
    Avfc Cricket
    United Kingdom3 months ago

Listeners Say

Key themes from listener reviews, highlighting what works and what could be improved about the show.

The connection detailed by listeners points to a loyal audience that feels aligned with the club through its content.
Listeners enjoy the blend of serious analysis with humorous commentary, making it a preferred choice for Aston Villa fans.
Feedback highlights the engaging and relatable presentation style of the hosts, often mentioning their chemistry and camaraderie.
Reviews often note the podcast's ability to balance fan expectations with critical insights about the club's performance.
Many appreciate the detailed breakdown of matches and transfer news, indicating a desire for in-depth football discussions.

Chart Rankings

How this podcast ranks in the Apple Podcasts, Spotify and YouTube charts.

Apple Podcasts
#4
United Kingdom/Sports/Football
Apple Podcasts
#87
United Kingdom/Sports
Apple Podcasts
#214
Canada/Sports/Football
Apple Podcasts
#20
Australia/Sports/Football
Apple Podcasts
#35
France/Sports/Football
Apple Podcasts
#192
Germany/Sports/Football

Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Inside Spurs' hospitality ft. free cocktails and a delicious three points
Q: If you could pick any retired, former Villa youth prospect to reappear again aged 18 for Emery to work with, who would you pick?
Darius Vassel would be a good fit for Emery's style.
Inside Spurs' hospitality ft. free cocktails and a delicious three points
Q: What is your favorite extra item assuming that eggs, bacon, sausage, toast is standard in a cooked breakfast?
Hash browns would be the preferred extra item.
Inside Spurs' hospitality ft. free cocktails and a delicious three points
Q: Do you think the result matters in terms of the video? Do we have to win for this to be a success?
Winning would likely increase the views and make the journey more worthwhile for fans.
Is this the real Aston Villa at last?
Q: How do you think Aston Villa could improve transition play this season?
A lot of it relies on the quality in the final third and sustaining attacks during transitions, which have been problematic this season.
Is this the real Aston Villa at last?
Q: How do we evaluate where we're heading seven games into the season?
We are about ten points down on what we thought would be a par result for a top five finish, and we're not a million miles away from where we should be.

Audience Metrics

Listeners, social reach, demographics and more for this podcast.

Listeners per Episode
Gender Skew
Location
Interests
Professions
Age Range
Household Income
Social Media Reach

Frequently Asked Questions About Claret & Blue Podcast

What is Claret & Blue Podcast about and what kind of topics does it cover?

Focusing on the world of Aston Villa, the podcast covers a wide range of topics related to the football club, including player performances, transfer news, and match analyses. Episodes frequently feature discussions on emerging talent and tactics, as well as insights on managerial changes and the club's standing in the Premiers League and beyond. The hosts encourage an engaging atmosphere, often blending serious analysis with light-hearted banter, allowing fans to connect on a personal level with the club's journey.

Listeners can expect updates on player transfers, dissected match reviews, and reflections on the club's history and culture. The regular output, with a minimum of four episodes per week during the football season, reinforces i... more

Where can I find podcast stats for Claret & Blue Podcast?

Rephonic provides a wide range of podcast stats for Claret & Blue Podcast. We scanned the web and collated all of the information that we could find in our comprehensive podcast database. See how many people listen to Claret & Blue Podcast and access YouTube viewership numbers, download stats, audience demographics, chart rankings, ratings, reviews and more.

How many listeners does Claret & Blue Podcast get?

Rephonic provides a full set of podcast information for three million podcasts, including the number of listeners. View further listenership figures for Claret & Blue Podcast, including podcast download numbers and subscriber numbers, so you can make better decisions about which podcasts to sponsor or be a guest on. You will need to upgrade your account to access this premium data.

What are the audience demographics for Claret & Blue Podcast?

Rephonic provides comprehensive predictive audience data for Claret & Blue Podcast, including gender skew, age, country, political leaning, income, professions, education level, and interests. You can access these listener demographics by upgrading your account.

How many subscribers and views does Claret & Blue Podcast have?

To see how many followers or subscribers Claret & Blue Podcast has on Spotify and other platforms such as Castbox and Podcast Addict, simply upgrade your account. You'll also find viewership figures for their YouTube channel if they have one.

Which podcasts are similar to Claret & Blue Podcast?

These podcasts share a similar audience with Claret & Blue Podcast:

1. 1874
2. For The Love of Paul McGrath: An Aston Villa Podcast
3. My Old Man Said - An Aston Villa Podcast
4. UTV | Aston Villa Fan Channel
5. Villa Podcast: The Official Aston Villa Podcast

How many episodes of Claret & Blue Podcast are there?

Claret & Blue Podcast launched 8 years ago and published 1012 episodes to date. You can find more information about this podcast including rankings, audience demographics and engagement in our podcast database.

How do I contact Claret & Blue Podcast?

Our systems regularly scour the web to find email addresses and social media links for this podcast. We scanned the web and collated all of the contact information that we could find in our podcast database. But in the unlikely event that you can't find what you're looking for, our concierge service lets you request our research team to source better contacts for you.

Where can I see ratings and reviews for Claret & Blue Podcast?

Rephonic pulls ratings and reviews for Claret & Blue Podcast from multiple sources, including Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Castbox, and Podcast Addict.

View all the reviews in one place instead of visiting each platform individually and use this information to decide if a show is worth pitching or not.

How do I access podcast episode transcripts for Claret & Blue Podcast?

Rephonic provides full transcripts for episodes of Claret & Blue Podcast. Search within each transcript for your keywords, whether they be topics, brands or people, and figure out if it's worth pitching as a guest or sponsor. You can even set-up alerts to get notified when your keywords are mentioned.

What guests have appeared on Claret & Blue Podcast?

Recent guests on Claret & Blue Podcast include:

1. Guillem Balague
2. Graham Falk
3. John McGinn
4. Ivan McDouall
5. Jacob Tanswell
6. Morgan Rogers
7. Matt Lynch
8. Matt Kendrick

To view more recent guests and their details, simply upgrade your Rephonic account. You'll also get access to a typical guest profile to help you decide if the show is worth pitching.

Find and pitch the right podcasts

We help savvy brands, marketers and PR professionals to find the right podcasts for any topic or niche. Get the data and contacts you need to pitch podcasts at scale and turn listeners into customers.
Try it free for 7 days