Frankly speaking, there's nobody quite like Frank McAvennie. Whether it's fun, football, or forthright opinions, Macca is the ultimate lovable rogue with a career full of scrapes & triumphs. He topped scoring charts for Celtic and West Ham and represented Scotland in the World Cup. Since hanging up his boots, he's known for his hilarious after-dinner speeches & sharp punditry. Now, with his new podcast "Let Me Be Frank," Macca alongside co-host Simon Houston tackles today's big issues with his unique style, joined by top names in sport, music, entertainment, and more. Tune in for a wild ride!
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Frankly Speaking: “Those Empty Shirts Aren’t Playing For Martin!” | Rangers 3-0 Celtic Reaction
Sunday, September 13, 2026 • Duration 28:17
Frank McAvennie reacts to a disastrous afternoon for Celtic after Rangers ran out 3-0 winners at Ibrox to dump their rivals out of the League Cup.
Macca pulls no punches, saying Celtic were bullied, outfought and outplayed and questioning whether some of the players are really playing for Martin O’Neill.
“Those empty shirts aren’t playing for Martin.”
Frank also warns that this result could have much bigger consequences than just a cup exit. If Celtic don’t buck up their ideas quickly, he believes Rangers can win the league. 👀
What went wrong for Celtic at Ibrox, and has this result changed the title race?
🎙️ Frank gives his immediate Old Firm reaction on Frankly Speaking.
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Celtic’s James Bond: Pelé Praise and Ibrox Glory | Brian O’Neil
Thursday, September 10, 2026 • Duration 59:35
The name’s O’Neil. Brian O’Neil.
The former Celtic and Scotland player joins Simon and Frank for a brilliant look back at a remarkable career.
Brian recalls starring for Scotland at the 1989 FIFA Under-16 World Championship, scoring the semi-final winner against a Portugal side featuring Luis Figo and receiving praise from Pelé.
He also relives two unforgettable late winners at Ibrox, against Rangers in the league and Aberdeen in a cup semi-final, and explains why the presence of away supporters still matters so much.
There are stories from a turbulent period at Celtic, his move to Aberdeen, an unlikely Bundesliga adventure with Wolfsburg, spells with Derby and Preston, and his plans to help fallen football stars.
Plus, with Brian now bearing a remarkable resemblance to Pierce Brosnan, Simon and Frank give the episode the full James Bond treatment.
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Frankly Speaking: Poundshop VAR Is Embarrassing Scotland | Frank’s Ibrox Prediction & Shankland Blow
Tuesday, September 8, 2026 • Duration 25:51
Frank McAvennie is back with his latest Frankly Speaking as he gives his prediction ahead of the big clash at Ibrox.
Macca discusses the huge loss of Lawrence Shankland and what his absence could mean, before turning his attention to Scottish football’s latest VAR controversy.
Frank is far from impressed, branding the current situation “Poundshop VAR” and saying it is embarrassing Scottish football.
Plus, Frank gives his verdict on how he sees things playing out at Ibrox.
🎙️ Another no-holds-barred Frankly Speaking on Let Me Be Frank.
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Michael Stewart on Fergie, Roy Keane, Hearts & His Bizarre Hampden Ban
Thursday, September 3, 2026 • Duration 01:10:29
Former Hearts captain and Scotland international Michael Stewart joins Frank McAvennie and Simon Houston for a fascinating and typically forthright look back at his life in football.
Michael reveals the extraordinary story behind his ban from Hampden following his criticism of Scottish refereeing, explaining just how far the restrictions went and why he believes the decision set a dangerous precedent for football pundits.
He also gives his verdict on Hearts after their agonising title challenge and the departures of Derek McInnes, Lawrence Shankland and Cammy Devlin to Rangers. Can Wouter Vrancken rebuild the side, and can the Tony Bloom and Jamestown Analytics project keep Hearts challenging Celtic and Rangers?
Michael also opens up on life as one of Scottish football’s most outspoken pundits, the criticism that comes with it and why he refuses to change the way he calls the game.
Then it’s back to where his career began, being signed for Manchester United by Sir Alex Ferguson, making his debut alongside David Beckham and receiving some unforgettable words of encouragement from Roy Keane.
A brilliant conversation covering Manchester United, Hearts, Scottish football, punditry and one of the strangest bans Michael has experienced.
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Frankly Speaking: Tell Rangers Where To Stick Their 300 Tickets! | Three Days To Save Their Transfer Window
Monday, August 31, 2026 • Duration 27:42
Frank McAvennie reacts to Rangers offering Celtic just 300 tickets for the League Cup quarter-final at Ibrox. Should Celtic reject the allocation completely, and would accepting it risk making token away supports the new normal in Old Firm games?
Macca also looks at Celtic’s extraordinary summer rebuild, with 32 players departing at all levels and only four new arrivals so far. With just days remaining before the transfer window closes, how many signings does Martin O’Neill still need and can Celtic rescue a window that has already contributed to their Champions League exit?
There’s also a look at the names Celtic are chasing, including Gvidas Gineitis, Joël van den Berg, Justin Devenny, Will Ferry and potential goalkeeping reinforcements.
Plus, have Rangers finally turned a corner after beating Aberdeen? Frank gives his verdict on Lawrence Shankland, Derek McInnes and Rangers’ own potential late-window spending, with Kevin Kelsy and Kim Min-su among the names being linked.
All that plus Camilo Duran’s impressive start, the continuing Celtic supporter protests and the rest of the weekend’s Scottish Premiership action on Frankly Speaking.
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Frank: “I Don’t Believe Martin O’Neill Is Picking That Celtic Team”
Wednesday, August 26, 2026 • Duration 46:05
Frank reacts to Celtic’s horror show in Austria and reveals why he doesn’t believe Martin O’Neill is the man picking the team. He calls it the worst Celtic performance in Europe he can remember and tears into the alarming lack of leadership on and off the pitch.
We’re also joined by journalist Ben Ramage, whose new book on Scottish football legend Jimmy Bone is out tomorrow. Frank remembers the mentor who changed his career by recognising his potential and turning him into a striker.
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Frankly Speaking: NUNO, WALK AWAY! Frank Wants Eddie Howe at West Ham | Celtic’s £40m Jackpot?
Monday, August 24, 2026 • Duration 28:17
Frank McAvennie blows his top as the crisis deepens at his former club West Ham, telling Nuno Espírito Santo it’s time to walk away and revealing why Eddie Howe is the man he wants to replace him.
Macca also questions whether Jarrod Bowen is the right man to lead the Hammers and believes Arne Engels should be taking the penalties.
Attention then turns to a massive week in Europe for the Glasgow clubs. Can Celtic finish the job against LASK and secure a potentially enormous £40m windfall? And can Rangers safely negotiate their Conference League return against Jablonec?
Strong opinions, straight talking and Frank’s predictions on the latest Frankly Speaking.
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Tam Cowan’s Brutal and Hilarious Crowd Put-Downs 😂
Sunday, August 23, 2026 • Duration 15:17
Tam Cowan looks forward to hitting the road around Scotland this September and gives us a taste of the brutal and hilarious put-downs awaiting anyone brave enough to sit near the front!
He always buys his victims a drink afterwards… but admits there’s no chance he would ever risk a front-row seat at a Jerry Sadowitz gig. 😂
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Navid Meets Macca! Still Game, Celtic & World Cup Heartbreak with Sanjeev Kohli
Thursday, August 20, 2026 • Duration 54:03
Still Game legend Sanjeev Kohli joins Frank McAvennie and Simon Houston for a hilarious conversation about becoming Navid, life behind the scenes in Craiglang and his lifelong love of Celtic.
Sanjeev recalls the unforgettable night he introduced the Lisbon Lions, reveals how his family’s Glasgow corner shop helped inspire his comedy and gives his verdict on Celtic’s latest European adventure.
He also reflects on following Scotland at the World Cup, the pain of another early exit and what Navid would have made of the whole disastrous campaign.
Still Game stories, Celtic memories, Scotland misery and plenty of laughs as Navid meets Macca!
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Frankly Speaking: Celtic MUST Get Full Ibrox Stand & Rangers Must Pay For Policing
Monday, August 17, 2026 • Duration 25:51
Frank McAvennie says Celtic MUST be given the full away stand at Ibrox for their League Cup clash with Rangers and believes the Gers should foot the bill for the policing required.
Macca also looks ahead to Celtic’s huge Champions League qualifier against LASK and predicts Celtic Park will be back to its intimidating best, warning the Austrians they won’t know what’s hit them.
Plus, is Baur the new Reo Hatate? And could an early European exit actually HELP Rangers turn their domestic season around?
All that and more on the latest Frankly Speaking. 🎙️
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