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Middlesbrough FC
Middlesbrough Football Club
Middlesbrough
Football
Premier League
Championship
Michael Carrick
Sunderland
Mark Burke
Celtic
FA Cup
Stoke City
Promotion
Football Management
Coventry City
Leeds United
Bristol City
Liverpool
Ipswich Town
Norwich City

Discussing MFC and my opinions of the game, I will also interview Boro greats from the past.

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Recent Guests

Stan Anderson
Former Middlesbrough, Sunderland, and Newcastle United captain; legendary Northeast football figure
Various Northeast clubs
Episode: tbs 20 - 20:04:2026 Stan Anderson
Marco Branca
Former Middlesbrough forward
Middlesbrough FC, former clubs include Udinese, Sampdoria, Parma, Inter Milan
Episode: TBS 13:O:26 Marco Branca
Mikkel Beck
Danish international footballer
Denmark national team
Episode: TBS 29:3:26 Mikkel Beck
Deborah Parkinson
Wife of Gary Pattinson, discussed personal and family life
Episode: tbs 23.3.26 PARKY
Gary Pattinson
Subject of discussion, former footballer, health journey discussed
Episode: tbs 23.3.26 PARKY
George Friend
Former Middlesbrough defender, guest on the show
Middlesbrough Football Club
Episode: Tbs 15 .3.26 George Friend - 15:03:2026, 18.57
Robbie Mustoe
Former Middlesbrough teammate; TV analyst in America
Former Middlesbrough player, TV analyst
Episode: TBS 9:3:26 Robbie Mustoe
Harry Bell
Former Middlesbrough player, Borough veteran
Middlesbrough FC legacy
Episode: TBS 2.3.26 Harry Bell
Gary Pallister
Former Middlesbrough defender, guest for a quickfire interview
Middlesbrough Football Club (guest)
Episode: TBS 23.2.26 Gary Pallister - 23:02:2026, 18.43

Host

Bernie Slaven
Host of Total BS, guides interviews and shares fan perspective on Middlesbrough FC.

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 50 ratings
  • The magic Manchester man

    Great podcast my friend, Lee

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Magic Manchester Man 🤣
    United Kingdoma year ago
  • Wonderful

    A pure and honest chat about all things Boro. Absolutely love Bernie’s chat. Hope he’s had his windscreen wiper jets sorted, this issue is yet to be mentioned in the podcast

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    angrymanager
    United Kingdom3 years ago
  • UTB

    Great podcast Bernie. Love listening to stories from ex-players and some absolute legends. Keep them coming. UTB.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Lew Jow
    United Kingdom4 years ago
  • Lennie Lawrence

    Always loved Lennie. So honest and engaging. Gave us some brilliant moments. 4 strikers at Man Utd away in the semi, wolves away to get to the premier.This was the best one I’ve heard. Cheers Bernie and Lennie.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Radburn
    United Kingdom4 years ago
  • Quality

    This is quality, fantastic to hear the wolf man on the airwaves once again.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Ringbolt
    United Kingdom4 years ago

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Listeners praise candid stories and deep club knowledge.
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tbs 20 - 20:04:2026 Stan Anderson
Q: What are you up to these days? Do you watch minigames?
He mentions playing a lot of golf and staying engaged with football through memories and analysis, keeping active in retirement.
tbs 20 - 20:04:2026 Stan Anderson
Q: What were your memories of that night against Oxford?
He recalls a memorable cup night with a big attendance, noting the importance of the atmosphere and the result in a high-stakes match, which stood out in his career.
TBS 13:O:26 Marco Branca
Q: What memories do you have from your Middlesbrough debut against Liverpool?
I remember the crowd's reaction at the end, the round of honor, and realizing it was a special moment despite it being a semi-final stage, which made the start of my time at Boro feel monumental.
Tbs 15 .3.26 George Friend - 15:03:2026, 18.57
Q: So George, what about today then? How disappointing was it?
It felt like a loss and would have been a valuable point, with several chances earlier in the game; overall, a tough result to take but there were positives in the performance.
tbs 9:2:26 Mark Proctor
Q: Can we handle the pressure with 16 games to go?
We can handle it if results are going our way, but there's concern if we have a downturn.

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The show blends long-form conversations with ex-Middlesbrough players and football figures, anchored by a host who offers strong fan perspective and season context. Episodes often mix career retrospectives, behind-the-scenes anecdotes, and reflections on club decisions, with occasional charity and community moments that highlight the sport's local culture. Notable traits include a heavy emphasis on Boro history, candid anecdotes from players, and a conversational, fan-friendly tone that can attract listeners who enjoy nostalgia, tactical commentary, and fringe industry stories. Potential listeners can expect heartfelt memories, sharp club analysis, and guest perspectives rooted in long careers at or around the club, sometimes interspersed w... more

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2. Marco Branca
3. Mikkel Beck
4. Deborah Parkinson
5. Gary Pattinson
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7. Robbie Mustoe
8. Harry Bell

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