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Forever Blue

Ian Cheeseman
Manchester City
Premier League
Pep Guardiola
FA Cup
Champions League
Liverpool
Arsenal
Erling Haaland
Kevin De Bruyne
Manchester United
Rodri
VAR
Manchester City Football Club
Football
Real Madrid
Everton
Tottenham
Carabao Cup
Fulham
Chelsea

Legendary Manchester City broadcaster Ian Cheeseman has three MCFC fans in to the studio to discuss the major events of the past week's football. Expect debate, famous faces and plenty of laughs.

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In the summer absence of usual host, Ian Cheeseman, women's football journalist and co-commentator Annabel Bassett will be hosting the Forever Blue podcast. Over the summer, episodes will be released bi-weekly and will discuss transfer rumours, City ... more

Ian Cheeseman was the BBC's Manchester City correspondent for nearly 25 years and has been a fan all of his life. Here he hosts his weekly podcast, Forever Blue, where all things Man City are discussed. Ian talks to former Manchester City player Rodn... more

Ian Cheeseman was the BBC's Manchester City correspondent for nearly 25 years and has been a fan all of his life. Here he hosts his weekly podcast, Forever Blue, where all things Man City are discussed. Ian talks to former Manchester City player Nige... more

Ian Cheeseman was the BBC's Manchester City correspondent for nearly 25 years and has been a fan all of his life. Here he hosts his weekly podcast, Forever Blue, where all things Man City are discussed. Ian talks to Simon Bajkowski, the Chief Manches... more

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Recent Guests

Nigel Gleghorn
Former City player
Manchester City
Episode: West Ham "goal", Title Race, FA Cup Final:Special guest Nigel Gleghorn
Martin Bellis
Dad of Taylor Harwood Bellis, City academy parent
Family of a City youth player
Episode: The win against Arsenal & Martin Bellis (Taylor Harwood Bellis' Dad)
Paul Moulden
Former Manchester City striker, guest on the show
City legend
Episode: Paul Moulden on 4-0 win against Liverpool, Rayan Cherki, Pepe's future & much more
Julia Harrison
Blues In Business committee member
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Episode: Barnes, Brightwell, Chapman & Buzz Hawkins celebrate Blues in Business & nostalgia
Buzz Hawkins
Radio and TV personality, Blues In Business guest
Brad Shores / Blues In Business
Episode: Barnes, Brightwell, Chapman & Buzz Hawkins celebrate Blues in Business & nostalgia
Patrick Doran
Blue supporter attending the lunch
DSW (sponsor) / Blues In Business
Episode: Barnes, Brightwell, Chapman & Buzz Hawkins celebrate Blues in Business & nostalgia
Ian Brightwell
Former City player, Blues In Business participant
Manchester City (former player)
Episode: Barnes, Brightwell, Chapman & Buzz Hawkins celebrate Blues in Business & nostalgia
Peter Barnes
Former City player, part of Blues In Business discussions
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Dave Georgievich
Founder / organizer of Blues In Business event
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Host

Ian Cheeseman
Host of Forever Blue

Reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars from 246 ratings
  • The one and only

    Podcast Addict
    5
    AP
    9 months ago
  • Best City podcast out there Cheesy is Mr Manchester City. Brilliant content, what you waiting for blues... subscribe!

    Podcast Addict
    5
    calyat94
    10 months ago
  • Great pod

    Cheesey’s OG - always an entertaining pod - and this is the only City podcast where you’ll hear from City legend Paul Power. 👏👏

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    mayorofcasterbridge
    United Statesa year ago
  • Entitlement at its finest

    One of them actually says the media coverage of their losses is unfair and is the reason for their losses.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    NinjaIQ
    United Kingdoma year ago
  • True Gent

    Ian is our no.1 city fan, love all your work, appreciate all the content you share with us

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Swissblue
    Switzerland2 years ago

Listeners Say

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

Listeners praise the host's passion and depth of knowledge about City.
The show is seen as essential listening for City fans seeking nuanced analysis.
Some critics note occasional bias and strong favorite opinions.
Guests are often high-quality with strong access to club insiders.

Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Simon Bajkowski from Manchester Evening News on Everton draw, Pep, refereeing
Q: What about the Guehi back-pass and the offside debate—was it offside or a back-pass?
There was a consensus that it was a back-pass scenario rather than a legitimate offside, with arguments about the lurking defender and the on-pitch interpretation, though opinions varied on the moral dimension of intercepting a back-pass.
Simon Bajkowski from Manchester Evening News on Everton draw, Pep, refereeing
Q: Is the title race over after the Everton game?
The panel largely felt the title race was still alive but admitted City needed sensational results and a favourable Arsenal collapse; a few suggested that West Ham must win and that City could still force a late-season shootout depending on Arsenal's exposure to pressure.
Simon Bajkowski from Manchester Evening News on Everton draw, Pep, refereeing
Q: What did you think of the new stadium and the away experience for fans?
Simon Bajkowski shared that the stadium looked nice and reminded him of the newer Spurs ground, but it lacked the familiar intimidation of Goodison; the away experience was mixed with some concerns about sightlines and crowd acoustics.
Paul Power on FA Cup, benefits of rest and Reijnders
Q: Is there a danger you can lose your rhythm or is the advantage of having a rest greater than the downside?
The benefit is to the player, both physically and mentally, because the pressure that Premier League footballers are on now is immense.
Richard Jobson: Nico O'Reilly, 8pm KOs, Title race, Away Games
Q: How do you feel about these eight o'clock Saturday nights?
Annabel expressed mixed feelings about 8 p.m. kickoffs, stating they deter her from traveling due to logistics and finances, even though they give fans more time to prepare for the game.

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- This show centers on heated, knowledgeable discussion around Manchester City, featuring a mix of former players, journalists, and fan voices. Episodes often dissect recent results, tactical setups, transfer chatter, and broader club narratives, with strong guest lineups and nostalgic reflections that pair history with current form. Highlights include veteran perspectives from ex-City figures, deep dives into Cup runs and title races, and candid banter that scratches beneath match-day headlines. The format tends to balance expert insight, fan passion, and colorful anecdotes, making it a fit for listeners who want informed, club-forward conversation with personality and community ties.

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1. Blue Moon Podcast - A Manchester City Show
2. The City Ramble
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Forever Blue launched 7 years ago and published 343 episodes to date. You can find more information about this podcast including rankings, audience demographics and engagement in our podcast database.

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Recent guests on Forever Blue include:

1. Nigel Gleghorn
2. Martin Bellis
3. Paul Moulden
4. Julia Harrison
5. Buzz Hawkins
6. Patrick Doran
7. Ian Brightwell
8. Peter Barnes

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