Holtecast - An Aston Villa Podcast

It's been non-stop business for Aston Villa as of late and with the arrival of Alejandro Garnacho and departure of Austin MacPhee, it seems as though there's no signs of thngs slowing down. Listen in as Cole and Tom lend some perspective to the latest news surrounding the football club.You can listen for FREE on Acast, Apple Podcasts, and Spotify - dig in!WHAT DO WE DISCUSS?Are some of the reactions about Garnacho's arrival at Aston Villa over the top?Emery's importance in the Garnacho signing.Could Villa be changing their style of play this season?How big of a lose is Austin MacPhee?Are there any concerns around the amount of changes already made at the football club?STAY CONNECTED:Email: holtecast@gmail.comX: @HoltecastPodThreads: HoltecastBluesky: @holtecastpod.bsky.socialCole Pettem: @TalkAstonVillaTom Nightingale: @tdnightingale

Aston Villa unveiled the signing of 20-year-old Switzerland international, Johan Manzambi last Friday and as a result, Cole was joined by Julian from Spodcast Freiburg to discuss what Villa fans can expect from Manzambi and how he could fit into Unai Emery's plans.You can listen for FREE on Acast, Apple Podcasts, and Spotify - dig in!WHAT DO WE DISCUSS?What kind of player is Johan Manzambi?From Julian's point of view, what are Manzambi's main attributes?Does he have what it takes to make an immediate impact at Villa?What are the areas of Manzambi's game that he still needs to improve upon?STAY CONNECTED:Email: holtecast@gmail.comX: @HoltecastPodThreads: HoltecastBluesky: @holtecastpod.bsky.socialCole Pettem: @TalkAstonVillaGUEST: @spodcast-freiburg.de

Aston Villa have secured the signing of João Gomes from Wolverhampton Wanderers for a reported fee believed to be around £35 million. With that in mind, Cole and Simon sat down with Daz Hale of BBC Radio WM for a quick chat to discuss the Brazilian midfielder and what he can bring to Villa Park.You can listen for FREE on Acast, Apple Podcasts, and Spotify - dig in!WHAT DO WE DISCUSS?From a Wolves perspective, is now the right time for Gomes to move on and remain in the Premier League?What type of midfielder is he?Is it safe to say that Gomes is good enough to step into a Villa starting XI right away if needed?What can be made of Villa's business thus far?STAY CONNECTED:Email: holtecast@gmail.comX: @HoltecastPodThreads: HoltecastBluesky: @holtecastpod.bsky.socialCole Pettem: @TalkAstonVillaSimon O'Regan: @SiOReganGUEST: @DazHaleWM

Aston Villa have reached a verbal agreement with Chelsea for the £117 million sales of Morgan Rogers, a British record transfer fee. As a result, join Cole and Tom as they discuss an incredible bit of business and what it means for the football club's recruitment drive this summer.You can listen for FREE on Acast, Apple Podcasts, and Spotify - dig in!WHAT DO WE DISCUSS?Is now the right time for Morgan Rogers to leave Villa?What does Rogers' departure mean for Villa's summer business?The importance of the football club being proactive instead of reactive.Could Manzambi quickly fill the gap?STAY CONNECTED:Email: holtecast@gmail.comX: @HoltecastPodThreads: HoltecastBluesky: @holtecastpod.bsky.socialCole Pettem: @TalkAstonVillaTom Nightingale: @tdnightingale

It's been a crazy 72+ hours for Aston Villa and with that in mind, Cole and Simon return to discuss the football club's comings, goings and everything in-between.You can listen for FREE on Acast, Apple Podcasts, and Spotify - dig in!WHAT DO WE DISCUSS?Aston Villa have hijacked Newcastle United's move for Switzerland international, Johan Manzambi; how does he fit into Emery's plans?Just how savvy have Villa been in terms of moving players on and lowering the wage bill?Youri Tielemans' move to Manchester United and what it means for Villa's summer recruitment.Lucas Digne's return to PSG.Villa's controversial front of shirt sponsor and the return of Betano...STAY CONNECTED:Email: holtecast@gmail.comX: @HoltecastPodThreads: HoltecastBluesky: @holtecastpod.bsky.socialCole Pettem: @TalkAstonVillaSimon O'Regan: @SiORegan

With transfer speculation continuing to build, Cole and Danny return to assess the futures of the Aston Villa first team squad.You can listen for FREE on Acast, Apple Podcasts, and Spotify - dig in!WHAT DO WE DISCUSS?Could we finally be nearing the end of Emi Martinez's time at the football club?Maatsen versus Digne.Does Lamare Bogarde have a future at Villa?What's Morgan Rogers really worth?STAY CONNECTED:Email: holtecast@gmail.comX: @HoltecastPodThreads: HoltecastBluesky: @holtecastpod.bsky.socialCole Pettem: @TalkAstonVillaDanny Raza: @RazaJournoEPISODE NOTES:Thank you to our charity partner, Acorns Children’s Hopsice.Donate today to support a fantastic charity: https://www.acorns.org.uk/get-involved/donate/

BBC Radio WM host, Daz Hale, returns to reflect on a memorable season for Aston Villa and what lies ahead for Unai Emery's men as the football club prepares for next season.You can listen for FREE on Acast, Apple Podcasts, and Spotify - dig in!WHAT DO WE DISCUSS?So, what did Daz make of Aston Villa's season as a whole?What does winning the Europa League mean for the football club?Just how incredible were the scenes in Birmingham during the BBC's parade coverage?What could be in store for Villa this summer and how do they build on last season's success?STAY CONNECTED:Email: holtecast@gmail.comX: @HoltecastPodThreads: HoltecastBluesky: @holtecastpod.bsky.socialCole Pettem: @TalkAstonVillaSimon O'Regan: @SiOReganGUEST: @DazHaleWMEPISODE NOTES:Thank you to our charity partner, Acorns Children’s Hopsice.Donate today to support a fantastic charity: https://www.acorns.org.uk/get-involved/donate/

With the 2025/2026 campaign now in the books, Cole, Danny, Seb and Tom sat down to reflect on the season that was for Aston Villa – who has shined the brightest? Can this season be topped? And everything in-between.You can listen for FREE on Acast, Apple Podcasts, and Spotify - dig in!WHAT DO WE DISCUSS?Now that the dust has settled, how are the lads feeling about the season as a whole?Who stood above the rest within the Aston Villa squad?Who and/or what was a disappointment this campaign?What can we make of Emi Buendia's stellar season and can he replicate this form?An Ollie Watkins love-in and the importance of strengthening the support around him.What have been our favourite moments/memories of the 25/26 season?What does witnessing Villa lift a trophy mean to supporters?How would you rate this season on a scale from 1 to 10?STAY CONNECTED:Email: holtecast@gmail.comX: @HoltecastPodThreads: HoltecastBluesky: @holtecastpod.bsky.socialCole Pettem: @TalkAstonVillaTom Nightingale: @tdnightingaleDanny Raza: @RazaJournoSebastian Bacon: @SebastianBacon8EPISODE NOTES:Thank you to our charity partner, Acorns Children’s Hopsice.Donate today to support a fantastic charity: https://www.acorns.org.uk/get-involved/donate/

Aston Villa have secured Champions League football, won the Europa League and beaten Manchester City at the Etihad for the first time since 2007...lovely stuff! With that in mind, join Cole, Seb and Simon as the lads are back to reflect on some memorable moments for the mighty Villa.You can listen for FREE on Acast, Apple Podcasts, and Spotify - dig in!WHAT DO WE DISCUSS?How incredible have the last 10 days been for Villa?Villa's mentality change and finally getting over some big hurdles.Ollie Watkins late-season turnaround.Tales from Istanbul (or Astonbul if you prefer that).What does winning a trophy mean to us Villans and the future of the club?STAY CONNECTED:Email: holtecast@gmail.comX: @HoltecastPodThreads: HoltecastBluesky: @holtecastpod.bsky.socialCole Pettem: @TalkAstonVillaSimon O'Regan: @SiOReganSebastian Bacon: @SebastianBacon8EPISODE NOTES:Thank you to our charity partner, Acorns Children’s Hopsice.Donate today to support a fantastic charity: https://www.acorns.org.uk/get-involved/donate/