Beyond the Barside

EPISODE 50: HARROGATE TOWN (A)Aaron, Si and Dave reflect on a 2–1 win over Accrington Stanley, discussing the performance and the positives to take from back-to-back results.The lads then look ahead to the trip to Harrogate Town, previewing the game and discussing whether the U’s can carry their momentum into the final stages of the season.There’s also a lighter look ahead to the summer, including ideas for future content — and a slightly unusual suggestion involving Si and Castle Park.🎶 Intro music by Sam Hopkins.If you enjoy the podcast, please follow or subscribe on your platform and leave a rating or review — it genuinely helps the show grow and reach more U’s fans.

EPISODE 49: ACCRINGTON STANLEY (H)Aaron, Si, Dave and Sam reflect on an excellent win over Swindon Town, discussing the performance and key moments that made the difference.The episode also covers Holloway’s reaction to the result, as well as a strong showing from Fin Barbrook, who receives deserved praise from the panel.The focus then shifts to the upcoming fixture against Accrington Stanley, with discussion around what to expect and whether both sides still have something to play for.🎶 Intro music by Sam Hopkins.If you enjoy the podcast, please follow or subscribe on your platform and leave a rating or review — it genuinely helps the show grow and reach more U’s fans.

EPISODE 48: SWINDON TOWN (H)After ending a five-game winless run with a result away at Tranmere, Aaron, Si and Dave reflect on a performance that could mark a shift in momentum.The episode also focuses on the resurgence of Owura Edwards and what his form means for the team, alongside an early discussion around a potential retain and release list ahead of the summer.The lads then look ahead to Swindon Town at home, previewing the fixture and discussing how the U’s can build on their recent result.🎶 Intro music by Sam Hopkins.If you enjoy the podcast, please follow or subscribe on your platform and leave a rating or review — it genuinely helps the show grow and reach more U’s fans.

EPISODE 47: TRANMERE ROVERS (A)Aaron, Si, Dave and David reflect on the performance against Oldham and discuss the key issues affecting the U’s.The episode explores whether Matt Macey may be dealing with an injury, and whether recurring mistakes have impacted results throughout the season. The conversation also turns to the wider picture and whether injuries have played a major role in damaging playoff hopes.The lads then look ahead to Tranmere Rovers away, previewing the game and discussing what the U’s need to do to improve.🎶 Intro music by Sam Hopkins.If you enjoy the podcast, please follow or subscribe on your platform and leave a rating or review — it genuinely helps the show grow and reach more U’s fans.

EPISODE 46: OLDHAM ATHLETIC (H)Aaron, Si, Dave and Ashley reflect on the draw against Walsall and discuss a result that leaves plenty of questions heading into the next fixture.The episode also focuses on Matt Macey’s season so far, as well as the ongoing concern around where the goals are coming from.The lads then look ahead to Oldham Athletic at home, previewing the game and discussing what the U’s need to do to get a result.🎶 Intro music by Sam Hopkins.If you enjoy the podcast, please follow or subscribe on your platform and leave a rating or review — it genuinely helps the show grow and reach more U’s fans.

EPISODE 45: WALSALL (H)Aaron, Si and Dave are joined by BBC Essex’s Neil Kelly to reflect on the defeat away at Bromley and discuss where the performance fell short.The episode also explores whether Jaden Williams should now be considered the club’s main number 9, and whether Colchester United are still in the promotion hunt.Aaron speaks to Harley from the Yellow Ribbon Podcast for the Walsall perspective, before the panel preview the upcoming fixture and discuss what’s needed to respond.🎶 Intro music by Sam Hopkins.If you enjoy the podcast, please follow or subscribe on your platform and leave a rating or review — it genuinely helps the show grow and reach more U’s fans.

EPISODE 44: BROMLEY (A)With Aaron unavailable this week, Si, Dave and Aaron 2.0 step in to take the reins.The lads reflect on the defeat away at Milton Keynes, discussing the performance and where things need to improve.They then look ahead to Bromley (A), previewing the game and considering what kind of response is needed from the U’s.🎶 Intro music by Sam Hopkins.If you enjoy the podcast, please follow or subscribe on your platform and leave a rating or review — it genuinely helps the show grow and reach more U’s fans.

EPISODE 43: MILTON KEYNES (A)After a frustrating draw at home to Crawley Town, Aaron, Si and Dave reflect on a result that felt like an opportunity missed. The lads discuss the performance, where the game slipped away and what it means heading into a difficult midweek trip.Attention then turns to Milton Keynes (A), as the panel preview the fixture and debate whether the U’s can once again take points off one of the league’s top teams.There’s also time to discuss the strange goalkeeper situation and a nostalgic football tangent that raises the question — does anyone remember Shefki Kuqi?🎶 Intro music by Sam Hopkins.If you enjoy the podcast, please follow or subscribe on your platform and leave a rating or review — it genuinely helps the show grow and reach more U’s fans.