Romanov: Czar of Hearts

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1. The Man from the East

Episode 2

Saturday, February 1, 2025 • Duration 35:20

It’s 2004, Heart of Midlothian are £20m in debt, and selling their ground of over 100 years seems the only way out. The situation is growing increasingly bleak, with fans fearing this move could push the club to the brink of extinction. Then, a mystery ex-submariner steps from the shadows, could he be the saviour they’ve been desperately seeking?

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2. Not Successful Enough

Episode 3

Saturday, February 1, 2025 • Duration 34:57

Before his feet are even under the table Vladimir Romanov wastes no time in getting his men through the door. An unknown Russian has appeared in the corridors of Tynecastle and a busload of Lithuanian footballers have arrived at the training ground but does he have the right man in the dugout to fulfil his ambitions?

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3. The New Man in the Dugout

Episode 4

Saturday, February 1, 2025 • Duration 37:16

Unbeaten in 10 games and sitting top of the league, it was almost too good to be true for Vlad’s new man in the dugout. But as Hearts fans dared to dream of glory the Czar was about to send shockwaves through Scottish football, proving that no one—on or off the pitch—was safe if they stand in the way of his grand plans.

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Introducing Romanov: Czar of Hearts

Episode 1

Thursday, February 6, 2025 • Duration 03:43

Martin Geissler investigates Vladimir Romanov's rise from Soviet submarine cook to millionaire football club owner and fugitive in a gripping tale of ambition, power, and chaos.

4. Rix

Episode 5

Saturday, February 8, 2025 • Duration 38:33

If sacking an unbeaten manager was shocking, Vladimir Romanov's next move went even further, rocking Scottish football to its core and leaving fans with a question that lingers nearly 20 years later: why did he hire a man who had spent time behind bars just years before?

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5. A Match Made in Hampden

Episode 6

Saturday, February 15, 2025 • Duration 30:33

Vlad has now sacked both George Burley and Graham Rix in the same season despite challenging for the league title and reaching the Scottish Cup semi-final. The countdown to the end of the season is now on and despite Romanov’s changes in the dugout and constant tinkering with team selection they are still in with a chance of a historic second place in the league and the Scottish Cup Final.

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6. The Flu, The Witch and the Pyjama-man

Episode 7

Saturday, February 22, 2025 • Duration 33:48

Vladimir Romanov rewards his cup winning team with a preseason to remember. Joining them are two new coaches who arrive from eastern Europe plus his interference spreads beyond the pitch and into the medical department. All of which leads to the one of the most unbelievable press conferences football has witnessed.

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7. The Captain, The Goalkeeper and The Penalty Taker

Episode 8

Saturday, March 1, 2025 • Duration 37:00

“There is significant unrest in the dressing room.”

When Steven Pressley, Craig Gordon, and Paul Hartley, three of the most respected players in the dressing room, took a stand against the Czar’s chaotic rule. They knew there would be consequences. What they didn’t know was just how far he would go to crush their rebellion.

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8. While the Vlad’s Away

Episode 9

Saturday, March 8, 2025 • Duration 42:32

As Romanov shifts his focus to exciting opportunities back in Lithuania, what does this mean for the future of Hearts? With mounting debt and the club on the brink of its biggest game in its history, his increasingly hands-off approach raises serious questions. Will his absence lead to disaster, or can Hearts still defy the odds and thrive?

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9. While Romanov Burns

Episode 10

Saturday, March 15, 2025 • Duration 46:16

Hearts are in administration and for the second time in less than 10years they are in desperate need for a saviour. At the same time Vladimir Romanov is facing his own problems as the Lithuanian authorities close in on him and his financial irregularities. Can the club be saved and what does the future hold for The Czar of Hearts?

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