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Off the Ball Podcast

BBC Radio Scotland
Scottish Football
Junior Football
Comedy
Celtic
Scotland National Football Team
Scotland
Parkrun
Dougie Donnelly
Murdo Macleod
Clinton Baptiste
Diving
Youth Development
Tartan Week
Portugal
Aberdeen
Britain's Got Talent
Academy Football
SFA Report
Carnegie Hall
Billy Bremner

Scottish football gets a kicking from BBC Radio Scotland’s Off the Ball, presented by Stuart Cosgrove and Tam Cowan.

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Latest Episodes

Are Hearts now favourites for the League? Should you ever try to make your own Haggis? The most petty and ill informed podcast in the world! Full football review, The dark arts, Sampling Scotland, Hearts for the League? Stand-up XI. With artist/comed... more

The most petty and ill informed podcast in the world! The week in football; Have you ever been trendy?; Your Football pitch; What does Partick Thistle mean to you? Plus the Curling XI and the Terracing Teaser. Derek Ferguson, Dragon's Den contestant ... more

The most petty and ill informed podcast in the world. Gregor Fisher and Lorenzo Amoruso join Stuart and Tam Valentine Weekend, Best Scottish Sketch, Roses Are Red... and the Romantic XI and Terracing Teaser. Who did Jim Baxter play in Rab C Nesbitt? ... more

The most petty and ill informed podcast in the world! Stephen Craigan, The Wee Glesga Poet - Emma Armstrong and Youtuber Sam North join Stuart Cosgrove and Tam Cowan. Scottish Cup preview and reaction, Favourite Other Sports - what would be your top ... more

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Recent Guests

John Walker
Scottish football coach analyst and entrepreneur
Episode: The week in football; Have you ever been trendy?; Your Football pitch; What does Partick Thistle mean to you?
Gregor Fisher
Scottish actor and comedian known for his role in Rab C Nesbitt.
Episode: Gregor Fisher and Lorenzo Amoruso, Valentine Weekend, Best Scottish Sketch, Roses Are Red...
Lorenzo Amoruso
Former Rangers player and Italian football pundit.
Episode: Gregor Fisher and Lorenzo Amoruso, Valentine Weekend, Best Scottish Sketch, Roses Are Red...
Stephen Craigan
Former professional footballer and sports commentator
Episode: Scottish Cup, Favourite Other Sports, The Perfect Pub, Terracing Teaser and Rain XI
Billy Boyd
Scottish rapper and central figure in the story of 'California Scheming'
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Episode: Weekend Football, California Schemin', Football's Worst
Mark Black
Comedian, known for his sketches and performances
Independent
Episode: Scottish Cup weekend
Kirsty Wark
Long-time broadcaster and journalist known for her works on Newsnight
BBC
Episode: Kirsty Wark, Cillian Sheridan and Andy Bollen
Paul McNamee
Editor-in-Chief at The Big Issue
The Big Issue
Episode: Off the Ball Festive Special - Stuart and Tam reflect on 2025. With Paul McNamee, Prof Sir David MacMillan and Terry Christian
Professor Sir David MacMillan
Nobel Prize-winning chemist
Episode: Off the Ball Festive Special - Stuart and Tam reflect on 2025. With Paul McNamee, Prof Sir David MacMillan and Terry Christian

Hosts

Stuart Cosgrove
Co-host and renowned figure in Scottish football commentary, associated with BBC Radio Scotland.
Tam Cowan
Co-host known for his engaging commentary and contributions to discussions on Scottish football.

Reviews

4.6 out of 5 stars from 873 ratings
  • The best show on the radio

    Excellent programme and has been for so many years

    I listen to it every week on the podcast as I work in USA thank god for technology!

    Keep it going lads

    Why have the BbC stopped because sounds to the rest of the world !!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Xfferdfytr
    United Kingdom3 months ago
  • Sax

    even calling it topical now is a stretch and barely any football chat .

    Cowan In particular is well past his sell by date.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Katdaz7
    United Kingdom8 months ago
  • Rubbish

    Not really

    The best sports show around

    Looking forward to the reunification of the Dynamic Duo in the New Year

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    TomasT321
    Irelanda year ago
  • Waste of licence money

    Parochial , unfunny , biased and that’s the good bits

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    max dosage 5
    United Kingdoma year ago
  • Love it

    The Patter is honking but never miss an episode , don’t know why they cut the length of it though ??

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    barry leitch
    United Kingdom2 years ago

Listeners Say

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Episodes are well-loved for their blend of sports analysis and entertainment, making it a favorite for expats.
Overall, the community feels a strong connection to the show's cultural relevance, particularly in relation to Scotland.
Listeners appreciate the authentic Scottish humor and insightful commentary on football.
The engaging banter between hosts Stuart Cosgrove and Tam Cowan is frequently highlighted as a standout feature.
However, some listeners express frustration when episodes stray too far from football, desiring more focus on the sport.

Chart Rankings

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

Apple Podcasts
#171
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Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

The week in football; Have you ever been trendy?; Your Football pitch; What does Partick Thistle mean to you?
Q: Derek, what does Partick Thistle mean to you?
It means a lot; I had family connections and fond memories associated with the club.
Off the Ball Festive Special - Stuart and Tam reflect on 2025. With Paul McNamee, Prof Sir David MacMillan and Terry Christian
Q: When did you get yourself checked?
I had suspected something was ongoing due to my family history, so I pushed for regular checks and finally got a diagnosis after feeling the need to persist with testing despite normal PSA levels.
Who do you want to face at the World Cup? Where were you when history was made? Top 5 Scotland goals ever!
Q: Who do you want Scotland to play next summer?
Martin mentions he would love to play in Mexico City.
Sophie Gravia, Robbie Neilson and Jim Duffy join Stuart and Tam
Q: What kind of advice did you receive from your experience in football management?
Robbie emphasizes the importance of recognizing the financial limits and focusing on how clubs can innovate to compete.
Sophie Gravia, Robbie Neilson and Jim Duffy join Stuart and Tam
Q: Robbie, what's the difference in perception between a well-known manager and an overseas manager?
Fans often fantasize about unknown managers, thinking they must be good, while well-known Scots may not receive the same regard.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Off the Ball Podcast

What is Off the Ball Podcast about and what kind of topics does it cover?

Engaging discussions around Scottish football culture are at the heart of this podcast, as it features lively banter, personal anecdotes, and insightful commentary from hosts and guests alike. Topics such as recent football matches, the significance of club performances in the leagues, and memorable player narratives intertwine with humor, shedding light on the vibrant yet complex dynamics of the sport in Scotland. Listeners can expect a mix of serious analysis and comedic insights, often involving prominent figures from the realms of sports, entertainment, and media, which adds a unique flavor to each episode.

Noteworthy is the podcast's ability to blend humor with serious topics, such as social awareness, player reflections, and cultural... more

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1. John Walker
2. Gregor Fisher
3. Lorenzo Amoruso
4. Stephen Craigan
5. Billy Boyd
6. Mark Black
7. Kirsty Wark
8. Paul McNamee

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