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Scarves Around The Funnel

Scarves Around The Funnel
Heart Of Midlothian Football Club
Scottish Premiership
Heart Of Midlothian
Scottish Cup
Derek Mcinnes
Scottish Football
Rangers
Edinburgh Derby
Aberdeen
Neil Critchley
Hibernian
Kilmarnock
Celtic
Scott Mcintosh
Lawrence Shankland
Hearts
Dundee United
Motherwell
Dundee
Football

Dedicated to Heart of Midlothian Football Club. A weekly podcast reviewing the latest matches and news about Hearts, as well as interviews with former players and other guests, plus plenty of reminiscing about past glories. Sponsored by Forrest Hepburn & McDonald Signs Ltd.

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Latest Episodes

Mark, Scott, Laurie and Joel Sked discuss the defeat to Celtic that ended Hearts’ title hopes on a dramatic day in Glasgow. Sponsored by Forrest Hepburn & McDonald Signs Ltd […]

Immediate reaction from Mark Donaldson as Hearts lost 3-1 at Celtic Park on the final day of the Premiership season. Sponsored by Forrest Hepburn & McDonald Signs Ltd (www.fhmcdsigns.co.uk) Music: […]

Mark and Scott discuss the 3-0 victory for Hearts against Falkirk, and the controversial game at Fir Park between Motherwell and Celtic, before looking ahead to the title decider in […]

Mark and Laurie are joined by Joel Sked of Hearts Standard to discuss the 1-1 draw with Motherwell at Fir Park, and look ahead to the huge game against Falkirk […]

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Recent Guests

Blair Spittle
Professional footballer contributing to the discussion
Heart of Midlothian FC
Episode: Episode 402 – The Boys are Back in Town
Derek McInnes
Hearts head coach, exclusive interview
Episode: Episode 401 – Derek McInnes Exclusive Interview
Liam Corbett
Former player-turned-guest, discussed as Corbeto Baggio on screen
This Is My Story / guest
Episode: Episode 398 – Seven [Thousand] Nation Army
Colin Chisholm
Special guest; performer of The Hearts Song at Tynecastle; former Bilbo Baggins performer
Heart of Hearts community / musician
Episode: Episode 393 – Bilbo Baggins
Richard Gordon
Broadcaster and former BBC Scotland football commentator
BBC (broadcasting)
Episode: SATF: The Rivals – Richard Gordon
Ryan McGowan
Former Livingston captain and current player
Livingston FC
Episode: SATF 383 – KL 927 – flight status: ARRIVED
Stuart Lovell
Sky's co-commentator and former footballer
Episode: Episode 382 – Bump In The Road
Gilles Rousset
Former goalkeeper for Hearts and French national team member
Heart of Midlothian FC
Episode: SATF 368 – Auld Alliance (Part Un)
Stephane Adam
Former striker for Hearts and French player
Heart of Midlothian FC
Episode: SATF 368 – Auld Alliance (Part Un)

Hosts

Joel Sked
Host associated with Scarves Around The Funnel; long-running presenter on Hearts-focused discussions.
Mark Donaldson
Co-host and central voice on Hearts talk; frequent contributor and tactical/banter-driven commentary.
Scott McIntosh
Panelist and commentator bringing match analysis, fan perspectives, and historical context.
Laurie Dunsir
Regular host delivering live reactions, fan sentiment, and tactical observations.

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 413 ratings
  • Best hearts podcast.

    Quite simply put, it’s the best hearts podcast out there. If you’re having a think about which hearts podcast to listen, save yourself some time and pick this one.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    NLP51
    United Kingdom2 years ago
  • The best Hearts related Podcast

    By far and away the best Hearts related podcast that is brought to you by Forrest, Hepburn and McDonald signs!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Sanderpants
    United Kingdom2 years ago
  • Scarves around the funnel

    Best Hearts podcast especially when Ryan McGowan is on

    John Gillan

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    doncasters love child
    United Kingdom3 years ago
  • Scarves around the funnel

    Laurie greatly enjoy your podcasts but good luck with your next one with your reluctance to call it as it is Robbies times up the players are either spineless or not interested in saving their manager.

    John Gillan

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    doncasters love child
    United Kingdom3 years ago
  • Excellent debate

    Excellent debate between Laurie and Mark. Always worth a listen πŸ‘

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    jamboian
    United Kingdom4 years ago

Listeners Say

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Felt like an authentic fan experience with insightful takes.
Sponsors feel integrated and non-disruptive to the discussion.
Consistently strong guest lineups boost credibility and variety.
Relentless Hearts banter paired with sharp analysis.

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Apple Podcasts
#146
United Kingdom/Sports/Soccer
Apple Podcasts
#136
China/Sports/Soccer
Apple Podcasts
#216
Hong Kong/Sports/Soccer
Apple Podcasts
#224
United Arab Emirates/Sports/Soccer
Apple Podcasts
#234
New Zealand/Sports/Soccer
Apple Podcasts
#243
Spain/Sports/Soccer

Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Episode 401 – Derek McInnes Exclusive Interview
Q: Is this season the best chance Hearts have to win the league, and how do you balance ambition with realism in the closing five games?
McInnes signals a cautious optimism, highlighting the club's progress, the potential for better performances away from home, and the importance of capitalizing on the current momentum while acknowledging ongoing competition from Rangers and Celtic.
Episode 401 – Derek McInnes Exclusive Interview
Q: Given Hearts' form, what have you learned from the Easter Road defeat earlier this season that you'll apply this weekend?
He stresses starting strongly to gain initiative, avoiding a slow start that feeds the opposition's confidence, and ensuring the team stays competitive for the full 90 minutes while being mindful of the opponent's strengths.
Episode 401 – Derek McInnes Exclusive Interview
Q: What does the derby mean to you personally as a manager and what message do you want to send to the Hearts fans?
McInnes talks about embracing the derby's rivalry, wanting to convey responsibility and unity with the supporters, and providing a performance that mirrors the fans' expectations while managing the calculated risks of a high-stakes fixture.
Episode 393 – Bilbo Baggins
Q: What will be Colin's involvement between now and the end of the season?
Colin envisions selective post-split appearances rather than constant on-pitch acts, hoping for a meaningful Guardiauner style moment, contingent on the team's position and logistics.
Episode 391 – Good Saturday, Beautiful Sunday
Q: How do we get that atmosphere against Aberdeen this weekend?
Aberdeen games generally have a good atmosphere, which helps as Hearts fans are more positive and willing to support the players.

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A lively, fan-driven football discussion focused on Hearts, blending match analysis, tactical talk, and fan banter with a strong sense of club loyalty. Multiple episodes emphasize title races, derbies, VAR controversies, and the emotional side of following Hearts, often featuring guests and exclusive interviews. The show stands out for its energetic host dynamic, long-running sponsor mentions, and deep ties to the Hearts community, making it a go-to for listeners who crave candid football discourse and club culture lore.

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2. This Is My Story Podcast
3. The Perth To Paisley Podcast
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1. Blair Spittle
2. Derek McInnes
3. Liam Corbett
4. Colin Chisholm
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7. Stuart Lovell
8. Gilles Rousset

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