View From The Findus

So close, yet so far! Grimsby came within touching distance of a play-off place on Saturday but ultimately missed out thanks, in the most part, to a 1-0 home defeat at the hands of Wimbledon. The panel begin by discussing what might have been after a positive first half wasn’t capitalised upon and Town were left to rue missed chances after the break when old habits came back to bite them. How high on the priority list will defending set pieces be come pre-season and did David Artell leave it too late to make changes? The guys then touch on the imminent retained list and debate whether or not any of the out of contract players are worth keeping and then recap the final League Two standings, choosing the teams that surprised and disappointed them most.In part two Lewis Duckworth, guitarist in local Grimsby band Kid Spirit, joins the show to tell us all about their origins, music influences and future plans. And as a season ticket holder at Blundell Park it would have been rude not to get his thoughts on the job Artell and co have done this year.If you get chance please go and see the band live at 'Message in a Bottle' on Sat 17th May or Grimsby Central Hall on Sat 7th June.+++ Hosted and produced by Chris Mills with guests Steve Claybourn, Helen Walker and Lewis DuckworthSubscribe to our mailing list for weekly bonus content - https://mailchi.mp/41dfa5ea31ac/view-from-the-findus Order our first ever VFTF merchandise, a unisex t-shirt, via our website - https://viewfromthefindus.wordpress.comFollow us on X or Instagram; the handle for both is @VFTFindus or get in touch with the show via email - viewfromthefindus@gmail.com  Supported by Message in a Bottle - https://www.miabcleethorpes.net or @miabcleethorpes  Intro / Outro music - "Fight The Feeling" by Kid Spirit. Linktree - https://linktr.ee/kidspiritband Artwork - Alex Chilvers - https://alexchilvers.co.uk or @alexjchilvers

Grimsby travelled to MK Dons on Saturday knowing a point or more would keep them in the hunt for a play-off place and a hard fought draw is what they came away with. The panel begin by reviewing a largely forgettable game in front of another impressive following by the Town faithful, 2091 seeing The Mariners unable to record a shot on target despite arguably having the best chance of the game late on. The guys debate whether or not results are ultimately more important than performances at this stage of the season before having their say on the soon to be announced ‘Player of the Year’ and ‘Goal of the Season’ awards.In part two, Chris Draper from the ‘9 Years Podcast’ joins the conversation to help preview the winner takes all showdown at Blundell Park next weekend against Wimbledon. Can either side arrest their disappointing end of season form to have a crack at the play-offs and, with a sell-out expected, will our panel manage to find tickets?+++ Hosted and produced by Chris Mills with guests Charles Lumley, Jason Sadler and Chris DraperSubscribe to our mailing list for weekly bonus content - https://mailchi.mp/41dfa5ea31ac/view-from-the-findus  Find all the latest VFTF news, archive episodes, written articles and panelist bios on our website - https://viewfromthefindus.wordpress.comFollow us on X or Instagram; the handle for both is @VFTFindus or get in touch with the show via email - viewfromthefindus@gmail.com  Supported by Message in a Bottle - https://www.miabcleethorpes.net or @miabcleethorpes  Intro / Outro music - "Fight The Feeling" by Kid Spirit. Linktree - https://linktr.ee/kidspiritband Artwork - Alex Chilvers - https://alexchilvers.co.uk or @alexjchilvers

Dead and buried on Friday, back to life on Monday! It was an Easter miracle for The Mariners as they just about stayed in the hunt for a play-off place despite a thumping home defeat against Swindon and relinquishing another 2-0 lead to draw at Port Vale. The guys begin by picking the bones out of an eventful bank holiday weekend which saw two surprising performances, albeit for differing reasons. Did Town contribute to their own downfall against a strong Swindon side and how did this latest capitulation compare to the one at Harrogate just a fortnight ago? The panel then go on to discuss Jake Eastwood and Charles Vernam’s recall to the starting XI at Port Vale and what impact they may have on the remainder of the season.As well as all of that we also have, not one, but two guests on this week’s episode. First, stand up comedian and TV star, Ivo Graham gives his thoughts on the Swindon game before Kristine Green, Community Projects Manager of the GTFC Foundation and the first ever female board member at Blundell Park, tells us about all the good work going on behind the scenes at the club. And there might be an exciting pod announcement thrown in there as well so stay tuned…!+++ Hosted and produced by Chris Mills with guests Sam Allen, Adam Howard, Kristine Green and Ivo Graham.Subscribe to our mailing list for weekly bonus content - https://mailchi.mp/41dfa5ea31ac/view-from-the-findus  Find all the latest VFTF news, archive episodes, written articles and panelist bios on our website - https://viewfromthefindus.wordpress.comFollow us on X or Instagram; the handle for both is @VFTFindus or get in touch with the show via email - viewfromthefindus@gmail.com  Supported by Message in a Bottle - https://www.miabcleethorpes.net or @miabcleethorpes  Intro / Outro music - "Fight The Feeling" by Kid Spirit. Linktree - https://linktr.ee/kidspiritband Artwork - Alex Chilvers - https://alexchilvers.co.uk or @alexjchilvers

Grimsby picked up a point at Harrogate on Saturday, but to many it felt like a defeat having lead 2-0 until the last 5 minutes of the game and to make matters worse, closest play-off rival Colchester grabbed a late win at Newport. The guys begin by discussing their disappointment at the full time whistle but the conversation quickly turns to THAT Kieran Green goal; an audacious 75 yard strike from inside his own half. The panel then debate whether or not Doug Tharme going off in the second half was the turning point in the game and whether the surprising criticism levelled at him by manager David Artell was warranted. In Part Two, Joe Acklam from the ‘Swindon Advertiser’ joins the show to help preview the two games over the Easter bank holiday weekend, starting with the return of ex Mariners boss and the much maligned Ian Holloway.+++ Hosted and produced by Chris Mills with guests Steve Young, George Mann and Joe AcklamSubscribe to our mailing list for weekly bonus content - https://mailchi.mp/41dfa5ea31ac/view-from-the-findus  Find all the latest VFTF news, archive episodes, written articles and panelist bios on our website - https://viewfromthefindus.wordpress.comFollow us on X or Instagram; the handle for both is @VFTFindus or get in touch with the show via email - viewfromthefindus@gmail.com  Supported by Message in a Bottle - https://www.miabcleethorpes.net or @miabcleethorpes  Intro / Outro music - "Fight The Feeling" by Kid Spirit. Linktree - https://linktr.ee/kidspiritband Artwork - Alex Chilvers - https://alexchilvers.co.uk or @alexjchilvers

Another busy week saw The Mariners remain in the play-off hunt with a defeat at fellow promotion contenders Crewe followed up by a victory over struggling Morecambe at BP. Chris, Helen and Liam begin by discussing the absence of talisman Danny Rose on Tuesday night and how his return on Saturday underlined his importance to the team. They then dissect the win over the Shrimps, the comfortable nature of the result (in the end!) and the impact of a rejuvenated Kieran Green. The other big news story coming out of the club this week was the announcement of the 25/26 season tickets and the price increase that has split opinion within the fanbase. The panellists debate the pro’s and con’s of the decision and speculate as to the potential fall out between the club and the Mariners Trust as a result. In Part Two Rhys Howell from The Yorkshire Post helps preview what will undoubtedly be a big game next weekend for both Grimsby and Harrogate, albeit due to differing reasons. +++ Hosted and produced by Chris Mills with guests Helen Walker, Liam Wood and Rhys HowellSubscribe to our mailing list for weekly bonus content - https://mailchi.mp/41dfa5ea31ac/view-from-the-findus  Find all the latest VFTF news, archive episodes, written articles and panelist bios on our website - https://viewfromthefindus.wordpress.comFollow us on X or Instagram; the handle for both is @VFTFindus or get in touch with the show via email - viewfromthefindus@gmail.com  Supported by Message in a Bottle - https://www.miabcleethorpes.net or @miabcleethorpes  Intro / Outro music - "Fight The Feeling" by Kid Spirit. Linktree - https://linktr.ee/kidspiritband Artwork - Alex Chilvers - https://alexchilvers.co.uk or @alexjchilvers

Grimsby stole the headlines again this week with another statement win on the road, this time at fellow play-off rivals Colchester. The panel begin by reviewing a dominant display, discuss how The Mariners tenth away win was no fluke and then wonder if there are any more adjectives left out there to do George McEachran’s performances this season justice? Inevitably the conversation then turns to the “P” word and just how carried away the Town faithful should be getting, though Chris might have reasons not to be as excited… It’s another important week ahead for Grimsby with a tricky looking trip to 9th placed Crewe on Tuesday night ahead of a home clash with Morecambe on Saturday. And in Part Two of the show Joel Shooter from the ‘Shrimps Trust Podcast’ joins the guys to help preview the latter and explain why the Lancashire club have struggled so much on and off the pitch so far this season… Hosted and produced by Chris Mills with guests Paul Savage, Steve Claybourn and Joel Shooter.Subscribe to our mailing list for weekly bonus content - https://mailchi.mp/41dfa5ea31ac/view-from-the-findus  Find all the latest VFTF news, archive episodes, written articles and panelist bios on our website - https://viewfromthefindus.wordpress.comFollow us on X or Instagram; the handle for both is @VFTFindus or get in touch with the show via email - viewfromthefindus@gmail.com  Supported by Message in a Bottle - https://www.miabcleethorpes.net or @miabcleethorpes  Intro / Outro music - "Fight The Feeling" by Kid Spirit. Linktree - https://linktr.ee/kidspiritband Artwork - Alex Chilvers - https://alexchilvers.co.uk or @alexjchilvers

Steve Young makes his debut as pod host this week and after the club’s announcement on Friday that more stringent checks would be put in place to ensure no food is brought into BP, he wastes no time in asking the big question of the day – did either of tonight’s panellists manage to sneak any contraband in on Saturday?!Interrogation over with, the guys begin by discussing a comfortable win for The Mariners over Newport, the only downside being it wasn’t by a bigger margin. They then debate the reasons why Town could still make the play-offs or just as easily miss out. And all of that before Steve introduces a new feature - "Kit Watch!" Jon Waldron from the ‘Essex County Daily Gazette’ joins the show in Part Two to help preview Grimsby’s trip to fellow play-off hopefuls and in-form Colchester Utd on Friday Night and it promises to be a tough test, though Charles’ prediction may suggest otherwise... Hosted by Steve Young with guests Charles Lumley, Liam Wood and Jon Waldron. Produced and edited by Chris MillsSubscribe to our mailing list for weekly bonus content - https://mailchi.mp/41dfa5ea31ac/view-from-the-findus  Find all the latest VFTF news, archive episodes, written articles and panelist bios on our website - https://viewfromthefindus.wordpress.comFollow us on X or Instagram; the handle for both is @VFTFindus or get in touch with the show via email - viewfromthefindus@gmail.com  Supported by Message in a Bottle - https://www.miabcleethorpes.net or @miabcleethorpes  Intro / Outro music - "Fight The Feeling" by Kid Spirit. Linktree - https://linktr.ee/kidspiritband Artwork - Alex Chilvers - https://alexchilvers.co.uk or @alexjchilvers

It was a disappointing week for the Mariners with back-to-back home defeats against Notts County and Salford bringing their unbeaten run to an abrupt end. Chris and the panel start by dissecting a sobering seven days for Town but find solace in the form of Geza David Turi’s eye catching debut. They then go on to discuss the club’s latest fans forum and some of the more interesting revelations from that. Spoiler alert - more ground maintenance is needed! In Part Two Newport fan Ian Street from the brilliant ‘1912 Exiles’ podcast joins the show to help preview Town’s next game on Saturday and were not sure what needs the rest most; the players or the pitch! Hosted and produced by Chris Mills with guests Adam Howard, Sam Allen and Ian StreetSubscribe to our mailing list for weekly bonus content - https://mailchi.mp/41dfa5ea31ac/view-from-the-findus  Find all the latest VFTF news, archive episodes, written articles and panelist bios on our website - https://viewfromthefindus.wordpress.comFollow us on X or Instagram; the handle for both is @VFTFindus or get in touch with the show via email - viewfromthefindus@gmail.com  Supported by Message in a Bottle - https://www.miabcleethorpes.net or @miabcleethorpes  Intro / Outro music - "Fight The Feeling" by Kid Spirit. Linktree - https://linktr.ee/kidspiritband Artwork - Alex Chilvers - https://alexchilvers.co.uk or @alexjchilvers

Grimsby’s unbeaten run extended to eight games this week with a frustrating point at home to Tranmere on Tuesday night followed up by a statement win at league leaders Walsall on Saturday. Chris, Matt and new panellist Helen discuss, among other topics, the growing positivity in the squad and fanbase, our newfound confidence and potential play-off hopes. Of course though it wouldn’t be a Grimsby pod without some caution thrown in and our reliance on Danny Rose, the only fit recognised striker at present, and our continued injury frustrations are then also debated. In Part Two Salford fan Danny from the ‘One Up Front Podcast’ joins the conversation to help preview another crucial week ahead for The Mariners with home games against two fellow play-off contenders… Hosted and produced by Chris Mills with guests Matt Dannatt, Helen Walker and Danny ShepherdSubscribe to our mailing list for weekly bonus content - https://mailchi.mp/41dfa5ea31ac/view-from-the-findus  Find all the latest VFTF news, archive episodes, written articles and panelist bios on our website - https://viewfromthefindus.wordpress.comFollow us on X or Instagram; the handle for both is @VFTFindus or get in touch with the show via email - viewfromthefindus@gmail.com  Supported by Message in a Bottle - https://www.miabcleethorpes.net or @miabcleethorpes  Intro / Outro music - "Fight The Feeling" by Kid Spirit. Linktree - https://linktr.ee/kidspiritband Artwork - Alex Chilvers - https://alexchilvers.co.uk or @alexjchilvers