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7500 To Holte (Old Feed)PODCAST ANNOUNCEMENT FROM HOLTECAST HQGood morning everyone, just a quick announcement about the future of the podcast moving forward here at Holtecast HQ.Join us on our new podcast feed by searching "Holtecast" on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Acast, or wherever you get your pods. The Holtecast crew are super excited to be with you through the rest of the season and beyond!STAY CONNECTED:Email: holtecast@gmail.comTwitter: @7500ToHolte See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.2020-10-0202 min
Holtecast - An Aston Villa PodcastHoltecast - Aston Villa TrailerWelcome to the brand new feed for the Holtecast - An Aston Villa podcast in association with 7500 To Holte. Available on all podcast audio platforms.STAY CONNECTED:Email: holtecast@gmail.comTwitter: @7500ToHolte Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2020-10-0100 min7500 To Holte (Old Feed)FULHAM 0-3 ASTON VILLA: THAT WINNING MENTALITYCole Pettem and Danny Raza return to discuss Villa's second consecutive Premier League win of the season as the Villans ran out 3-0 victors over the Cottagers. Plus, we preview Villa's next match as James Chester and Stoke City travel to Villa Park for Thursday's round of 16 EFL Cup match. Enjoy the podcast and Up The Villa!Tweet Us - @7500ToHolteEmail - holtecast@gmail.comEpisode NotesThank you to our FPL league sponsor, One2ElevenKits.Take advantage of their fantastic inventory of football shirts via...2020-09-2943 min7500 To Holte (Old Feed)HOLTECAST: An Aston Villa QuizAfter a long hiatus (Sorry about that ladies and gentlemen), we're back with a quiz as Holtecast co-host, Danny Raza, faces off with The Villa Filler Podcast's Dan Morgan to test their Villa-related knowledge. In a battle for the ages (Including some interesting team names), our listeners are invited to join in on the fun too!Tweet Us - @7500ToHolteEmail - holtecastpod@gmail.com See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.2020-06-0958 min7500 To Holte (Old Feed)No Villa, Huge Problem! | How Coronavirus Effects Aston VillaThe Holtecast returns for its first episode of the Coronavirus era as Cole and Danny discuss what this global epidemic means for Aston Villa Football Club and the rest of the Premier League. Whether its critical anaylsis, the club's best five-a-side team, or which Villa players would be the best wrestlers, the Holtecast crew has you covered. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.2020-03-2050 min7500 To Holte (Old Feed)Leicester City 4 - 0 Aston Villa: Problems, Problems, & More ProblemsThe Holtecast crew return for yet another episode as Cole and Danny let their passion and frustration breathe over Aston Villa's shocking performance against Leicester City at The King Power Stadium. The duo also share their thoughts on where the club are going under Dean Smith moving forward. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.2020-03-101h 017500 To Holte (Old Feed)Southampton 2 - 0 Aston Villa: Longing For ConsistencyThe Holtecast is back for another episode as Cole, Danny, and 7500 To Holte contributor, Liam Bryan, tear back the layers and dissect Aston Villa's lack lustre performance against Southampton. The trio also discuss what needs to change within the squad and what's next for Aston Villa Football Club. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.2020-02-2446 min7500 To Holte (Old Feed)Brighton 1 - 1 Aston Villa: Who Needs A Striker?Danny returns to the podcast alongside Cole as the lads discuss Villa's 1-1 result away at Brighton & Hove Albion. The duo also preview key Premier League fixtures against Watford and Bournemouth while rounding out the Holtecast with some transfer chatter. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.2020-01-201h 047500 To Holte (Old Feed)Manchester City 3 - Aston Villa 0: Less than SterlingExpectedly, Aston Villa fell to Manchester City this weekend and were on the wrong end of a three-nil scoreline.It’s not all bad though!In this latest episode of the Holtecast, James Rushton and Cole Pettem wrap up the Manchester City match, discuss VAR and the performance of Wesley before previewing the Carabao Cup clash with Wolves and the Liverpool match on the weekend. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.2019-10-271h 017500 To Holte (Old Feed)Aston Villa 2 - Burnley 2: VAR is the enemyVilla turned it around, but VAR taketh. A 3-2 win was reduced to a 2-2 draw and Villa share a point with Burnley.Danny Raza, Cole Pettem and James Rushton return with a new Holtecast to discuss Villa’s win over Brighton, the latest VAR antics, Wesley’s own antics and the upcoming match with Norwich City on the weekend.Tune in below. Enjoy the podcast and Up The Villa! See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.2019-09-2955 min7500 To Holte (Old Feed)Arsenal 3 - Aston Villa 2: Bad EveningWith the good, comes the bad. Aston Villa ‘bounced back’ from a 0-0 draw against West Ham United by scoring two and conceding three against a ten-man Arsenal side.The Holtecast returns to breakdown Aston Villa vs Arsenal, before lightly touching on Brighton and Burnley. The trio of James Rushton, Cole Pettem and Danny Raza breakdown the performance, the lack of substitutions and the ‘handball’.Tune in below. Enjoy the podcast and Up The Villa! See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.2019-09-2359 min7500 To Holte (Old Feed)Aston Villa 0 - West Ham 0: Point gained?Aston Villa have returned from the international break with a 0-0 draw against West Ham United in a match that will be remembered for an off-the-ball incident.The Holtecast returns after a break with a review of the West Ham game and a preview of the upcoming Arsenal match. The trio of James Rushton, Cole Pettem and Danny Raza breakdown the ‘headbutt’ between Mings and El Ghazi and Dean Smith’s tactics before discussing the upcoming Arsenal match. There is also kit discussion! See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.2019-09-171h 117500 To Holte (Old Feed)Crystal Palace 1 - Aston Villa 1*: Kevin ain’t my FriendAston Villa were soundly beaten by Crystal Palace - well only if your definition of sound involves the direct involvement of a third-party to alter a valid outcome of the game...The Holtecast returns with a final episode before a short break for the international break. James Rushton, Cole Pettem and Danny Raza return to discuss Villa’s win over Crewe Alexandra, Villa’s loss against Crystal Palace, Kevin Friend, yellow cards, heavy-handed policing and more.It’s a long one - we’ll see you after the international break.Running Order:00:00:00 - Intro and Crewe00:17:39 - Crystal Palace00:41:03 - Yellow c...2019-09-011h 207500 To Holte (Old Feed)Aston Villa 2 - Everton 0: Back in the points!Aston Villa picked up their first win of the season against Everton FC thanks to some astute defending from Tyrone Mings and Bjorn Engels - as well as finishing from Wesley and Anwar El Ghazi.The Holtecast returns with a new episode to discuss Villa’s first win of the season. Cole Pettem, James Rushton and Danny Raza are back with a review, and two previews, as Villa head to Crewe in the League Cup before enjoying a visit to Selhurst Park and Crystal Palace on the weekend.Enjoy the podcast and Up The Villa! See acast.com/pr...2019-08-2540 min7500 To Holte (Old Feed)Aston Villa 1-2 Bournemouth: Villa’s harsh welcome to the Premier LeagueTwo games in and Villa haven’t seen signs of tangible success yet. No points and two losses? A hell of a welcome to the Premier League.The Holtecast returns with a new episode Join James Rushton, new signing Cole Pettem and Danny Raza to discuss Villa’s second defeat in a row, VAR, Phillip Billing’s ‘phantom red’, Douglas Luiz, mistakes and Wesley before concluding with a preview of Marco Silva’s visit to Villa Park with Everton on Friday.Enjoy the podcast and Up The Villa! See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.2019-08-1853 min7500 To Holte (Old Feed)Shrewsbury 0 - 1 Aston Villa: Recap with Talk Aston VillaAston Villa have won their first two games of pre-season - 3-0 over Minnesota United in the States and 1-0 over Shrewsbury Town FC closer to home.So you don’t miss a beat, James and Cole Pettem (Talk Aston Villa) got together to recap and discuss the Shrewsbury Town win ahead of Villa’s next match against Walsall.Also, we’re taking on ideas - what do you want the Holtecast to be? Let us know.Enjoy the podcast and Up The Villa! See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.2019-07-2133 min7500 To Holte (Old Feed)Minnesota United 0 - Aston Villa 3: Pre-season kicks offBjorn Engels has joined - and Douglas & Trezeguet will follow. More signings - and more football.Pre-season has fully kicked off after Aston Villa won 3-0 over Minnesota United earlier this week. Shrewsbury are up next - and the season is approaching.With that in mind, James and Daniel are back with a new podcast to go over the Minnesota match as well as the latest transfer news. The pair discuss the incoming moves for Trezeguet and Douglas, James discusses his emails to Nakamba’s agent and the pair finish off by talking about Steve Bruce’s move to Newcastle Unit...2019-07-2054 min7500 To Holte (Old Feed)Offseason: #MingsAnnouncedAnother two join Villa - Matt Targett and Tyrone Mings - so we’re back with yet another podcast to help cover this Summer for Aston Villa. It’s been a busy one.And it’s only going to get busier. Irons are in the fire and bids are getting finalised.With that in mind, James is joined by Daniel Raza to talk Tyrone Mings, Matt Targett, the latest rumours, mispronunciations, goalkeepers, new kits and Leeds doing a Leeds.It’s the latest transfer update!Also, we’re taking on ideas - what do you want the Holtecast to be? Let us kno...2019-07-0843 min7500 To Holte (Old Feed)Offseason: The Big Wes ShowTwo more players join Aston Villa - so we’ve got one more podcast episode. Fresh from The Villa View Live event, James is joined by Daniel Raza to talk about Kortney Hause and Wesley Moraes, who now become full-time Villans on this latest Holtecast.But it’s not just the confirmed deals - there are plenty of links to talk about as Said Benrahma, Lewis Dunk, Kalvin Phillips are linked with the Villa in this transfer window.And of course, we need to talk about the global Villa community and the love it brings to our lives.Also, we’re tak...2019-06-1736 min7500 To Holte (Old Feed)Offseason: Transfer BonanzaThe Holtecast is back for another offseason episode as James Rushton and Daniel Raza take on their biggest foe - the transfer window and the rumours that follow it.The pair talk Daniel Sturridge’s phantom goals, Maxi Gomez, Falcao’s nickname, Anwar El Ghazi, Tyrone Mings, FFP, ITK accounts, Aston Villa Ladies and much more in this transfer window special.Also, we’re taking on ideas - what do you want the Holtecast to be? Let us know.Enjoy the podcast and Up The Villa! See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.2019-06-1255 min7500 To Holte (Old Feed)Aston Villa 2 - 1 West Brom: Villa move halfway to wrapping up the BaggiesAfter a history-making season, Villa have took a big first step forward in the postseason by whipping West Bromwich Albion to the sound of a 2-1 victory at Villa Park in the first leg of the play-off semi-final.James Rushton and Daniel Raza are back with a Holtecast to preview the second leg - and wrap up the first leg.Discussed in this episode:Villa’s mixed performanceReferee ‘bias’What West Brom fans should ‘really’ be unhappy withThe similarity between Dark Souls and Aston VillaDwight GayleRamadan, fasting and the effect it has on playersThe Jack Grealish ‘dive’Second-Leg previewEnjoy the podcast and Up...2019-05-1200 min7500 To Holte (Old Feed)Leeds United 1-1 Aston Villa: Aston Villa, stirred - not shakenAston Villa have made history by winning ten games in a row. Aston Villa have secured a place in the EFL Championship promotion play-off by going twelve games without losing. It couldn’t be a better time to be a Villa fan!Last time out, Villa had to fight for a point in a match where they were gifted a goal. Leeds United tried their hardest to crush Villa, but Villa stayed strong and held out for a point. James and Daniel are back to break this match down and more on the latest Holtecast. See acast.com/pr...2019-04-3048 min7500 To Holte (Old Feed)Aston Villa 2 - 1 Blackburn: The House That Tyrone BuiltAston Villa have won their 5th game in a row having beaten Blackburn Rovers by two goals to one so James Rushton and Daniel Raza are back to break all of that down in the latest Holtecast!There’s a post-game recap, and a preview of the upcoming reunion with Steve Bruce as Aston Villa head up to Sheffield to take on Sheffield Wednesday. In a bonus segment, James is joined by Cole Pettem of TalkAstonVilla to discuss Aston Villa’s complicated goalkeeping situation that now involves three starters - and two recent signings.Enjoy the podcast and Up The Vill...2019-03-3100 min7500 To Holte (Old Feed)Aston Villa 3 - 0 Middlesbrough: Who the f**k is Tony Pulis?The Villa have just smashed Middlesbrough 3-0, so what better way to digest that result than with a Holtecast? This week, James Rushton is joined by Cole Pettem of TalkAstonVilla to, well, Talk Aston Villa.The pair discuss the Boro result, the goals and the key players involved (SUPER JOHN MCGINN!) before contemplating the newfound reality of occupying a playoff position. Oh, and they mention Tony Pulis' odd post-match comments.Enjoy the podcast and Up The Villa!Oh, and Thank you very much for your kind reviews of the show - it means a lot. See acast.com...2019-03-1835 min7500 To Holte (Old Feed)Birmingham City 0 - 1 Aston Villa: JACK HITS BACKJack Grealish took a slap on the jaw, but returned a knockout blow as Villa damned Blues to a 1-0 defeat at St Andrews. Another week, another Aston Villa Holtecast - James Rushton and Daniel Raza are back to break down the latest Aston Villa result and for the second week running - what a result it was!James and Daniel recap the assault on Grealish, Grealish’s assault on the Blues goal before moving on to preview the upcoming Forest and Boro games. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.2019-03-1038 min7500 To Holte (Old Feed)Aston Villa 4 - 0 Derby County: Grealish woke up feelin' dangerousAnother week, another Aston Villa Holtecast - James Rushton and Daniel Raza are back to break down the latest Aston Villa result and what a result that was. A four-nil win over Derby County that has heaped the pressure on Frank Lampard while settling Villa nerves ahead of a massive Second City Derby next week.In a shorter edition, James and Daniel talk about that fantastic result, give their awards and offer their predictions on the upcoming match with that lot over there, Birmingham City. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.2019-03-0336 min7500 To Holte (Old Feed)Struggle against StokeJames and Danny are back with the latest Holtecast to sum up Villa's draw against Birmingham. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.2019-02-2447 min7500 To Holte (Old Feed)thank u, GlennThe Holtecast returns, and so do Aston Villa. Aston Villa bounced back from three goals down to steal a point from Sheffield United. It was an amazing comeback that capped off a horrific game for Aston Villa.James Rushton and Daniel Raza are back to discuss that draw, and preview the upcoming matches with Brentford (a Dean Smith return) and West Bromwich Albion. Villa’s path to promotion continues, but it might have to wait for another season to come about... See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.2019-02-1038 min7500 To Holte (Old Feed)Reading too much into itThe Holtecast returns, and so do Aston Villa. The Villa bounced from 3 points to 1 and shared the spoils with a feisty Reading team in a match dominated by another incident entirely. James Rushton and Daniel Raza are back to break down that and the latest Aston Villa news and results.The pair sum up Villa’s win over Ipswich, recap the madcap transfer window, react to the Reading match, talk about the Tyrone Mings incident (Stamp? Step?) and offer a short preview on the upcoming Sheffield United match in this latest Aston Villa podcast. See acast.com/privacy fo...2019-02-0354 min7500 To Holte (Old Feed)Bye bye BolasieThe Holtecast returns, but Yannick Bolasie hasn’t! The winger has left Villa to return to Everton. James Rushton and Daniel Raza are back to break down that and the latest Aston Villa news and results.Results? Well - after being whipped 3-0 and being knocked down the Championship table by Wigan Athletic, Villa dared to repeat that by surrendering two goals to an in-form Hull City side. Thankfully, Villa thought to fight back and take a point.Aside from reviewing a point gained (?) James and Daniel preview the upcoming Ipswich Town clash and talk about the culture change at Vi...2019-01-2159 min7500 To Holte (Old Feed)Twin Defeats: The Return (Wigan 3 - Aston Villa 0)The Holtecast returns for 2019 with James Rushton and Daniel Raza coming back to break down the latest Aston Villa news.Folks, what’s better than losing one game 3-0? Losing two 3-0! Villa returned to the land of the surreal by copping two mind-boggling losses within a week. One knocked them out of the FA Cup, and the other knocked them down the Championship table.James and Danny are back to go through it all on your Holtecast. In this episode, the pair talk about Villa’s loss against Wigan Athletic, before previewing the coming game with Hull City. Your pres...2019-01-1350 min7500 To Holte (Old Feed)Holtecast: Villa bring in 2019 with FA Cup lossThe Holtecast returns for 2019. James Rushton and Daniel Raza are back to break down the latest Aston Villa news. Before we dive in - thank you for listening to the Holtecast in 2018. It has meant the world to us!There’s no more room for soppiness though - Villa are winless in a few games at Villa Park, their back line is struggling, the Wolves are circling (literally) and Dean Smith is enduring a tough time right now. However, Aston Villa have only lost one (league) game since they got going under Smith (ignoring a few bumps at the start). Ja...2019-01-0655 min7500 To Holte (Old Feed)HANDBALL! Handball! HANDBALL!Despite a crushing last minute goal in the 2-2 draw with West Bromwich Albion in the West Midlands derby, this is still a happy Holtecast as Aston Villa remain flying high despite conceding late in controversial circumstances. It’s no deflation, and little more of a bump in the road as Villa continue the journey towards promotion.James and Daniel Raza return with the Aston Villa podcast to discuss Aston Villa’s draw with West Brom, Jay Rodriguez’s ‘Hand of Rod’, the performance of Ørjan Nyland in goal, where the blame lies for the draw, Villa’s poor defence and more befo...2018-12-1158 min7500 To Holte (Old Feed)A week of utter, utter, madnessOh my word.You couldn’t write it, could you?After a brilliant Second City derby performance where Villa put four past Birmingham City - the madness has continued. Aston Villa shared ten goals with Nottingham Forest before hammering Middlesbrough on the weekend. Madness.To break it all down, James Rushton and Daniel Raza return with your Holtecast. The pair break down the previous two games, before looking ahead to the coming West Midlands Derby on Friday.It’s safe to say that this Holtecast is a very happy Holtecast.Up the Villa! See acast.com/privacy for priv...2018-12-0256 min7500 To Holte (Old Feed)The city is ours (AGAIN)Brilliant. The city is once more Aston Villa’s, but was there any doubt of that fact? Any at all?Aston Villa rollocked Birmingham City with 4 goals to two to secure another victory in the Second City Derby. Gary Monk’s Blues could only take the lead once during the game, with their other goal proving to be nothing more than a consolation.Daniel Raza and James Rushton have got plenty to talk about in this latest Aston Villa Holtecast, so strap yourself in and enjoy.The pair talk the 4-2 win over Blues, Alan Hutton’s legendary status at Villa...2018-11-2557 min7500 To Holte (Old Feed)Holtecast: From one Derby to the nextAston Villa are good for one thing - bringing some really good folks into your circle.This week, The Villa have got both Daniel Raza and James Rushton feeling really good about themselves and the friends that they have made since they started following VIlla.Oh, and Villa smashed high-flying Derby to pieces - more on that in the podcast. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.2018-11-1245 min7500 To Holte (Old Feed)Holtecast: On Dean and DerbyThis weekend, Aston Villa will take on Dean Smith’s Derby County in a match that could go a long way to defining Villa’s season - and one that will certainly have some impact on Villa’s early, promising start under Dean Smith.With that in mind, James Rushton and Daniel Raza are back to review Villa’s win over Bolton last week, and tackle the big preview as Villa move forward and take on ‘FRANK LAMPARD’S DERBY COUNTY’ - one of the Championship big shots this season. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.2018-11-0742 min7500 To Holte (Old Feed)Dawn of the DeanDean Smith, the new Aston Villa Head Coach, has led Villa to a win and two losses in his first three football matches.While that might not be the best box-score summary of his time at Villa, is there anything beneath the surface that gives a 1-0-2 record any meaning? Is there more than meets the eye here?James Rushton and Daniel Raza discuss just that in the returning Holtecast. The pair say hello to Dean Smith, say farewell to Sir Doug Ellis, look back on the Swansea win and the losses at Norwich and QPR respectively before looking...2018-10-2849 min7500 To Holte (Old Feed)Holtecast: Steve Bruce out at Aston VillaSteve Bruce? He’s out of town. For the first time in Holtecast recent history, an episode is made without Steve Bruce being in charge of Aston Villa.James Rushton and Daniel Raza try to stick to an honest discussion about Steve Bruce’s reign following his dismissal after a 3-3 draw at home with Preston North End.The pair talk about the past two years under Bruce, the current situation, the cabbage and the men who could take over the Villa job in the near future.Villa move forward in a new direction, let’s hope it’s a good one...2018-10-0342 min7500 To Holte (Old Feed)Holtecast: The Mad FewThe Holtecast is back as Villa grab a win, then lose, with a world-class goal from John McGinn sandwiched in between. You could say there is plenty to talk about.James Rushton and Daniel Raza try to keep their heads screwed on as they talk about the Rotherham win, Steve Bruce’s Forestieri gaffe, the Sheffield Wednesday loss, John McGinn’s all-time-great volleyed goal, #BRUCEOUT, James’ betting story, gambling and preview the Bristol City game that is coming up on Friday.Oh, and Jack Grealish signed a new five year deal at the Villa. Get in. Phew. There’s a lot to d...2018-09-2447 min7500 To Holte (Old Feed)Holtecast: Aston Villa draw againVilla went into the international break full of frustration. A 4-1 loss to Sheffield United signed Villa’s first chapter off, and the most recent result wasn’t exactly a positive one as it took a last minute Conor Hourihane goal to ensure Villa left Blackburn with a single point.After Daniel spoke to Howard Hodgson last week, James jumps back in so that the Holtecast can get back on track with the latest Villa conversation. Was a draw away at Ewood Park good enough? Do Villa need to win their next two? Is this fun? The pair preview the Roth...2018-09-1741 min7500 To Holte (Old Feed)Holtecast 154: A conversation with Howard HodgsonVilla went into the international break full of frustration - across the board. That hasn’t exactly eroded with the short amount of time that has passed since they lost to Sheffield United.To talk it over, Daniel Raza met up with Howard Hodgson of the Aston Villa Supporters Trust. The pair talked Steve Bruce, NSWE, the wage bill, speculation, FFP, turnover and other items in an hour-long conversation. Are Aston Villa too big to fail at this point?The Holtecast is an Aston Villa podcast, and you can listen in below! See acast.com/privacy for privacy an...2018-09-091h 077500 To Holte (Old Feed)Holtecast: Aston Villa seep in frustration as they slide into the internationalVilla recorded their first two losses of the season this week, and it’s safe to say that frustration is setting in at the club, amid reports of infighting within the fanbase at a match.It’s a good thing the international break is here!The Holtecast is back as James Rushton is joined by Daniel Raza to discuss the losses to Burton Albion and Sheffield United. The pair talk the transfer deadline, the league cup loss, shipping four goals to the Blades, and whether it’s all over for Villa under Steve Bruce. See acast.com/privacy for pr...2018-09-0242 min7500 To Holte (Old Feed)Holtecast 152:Should Villa fans expect better?We’re three games into the new season, and with 7 points. This is uncharted territory for Villa - yet there is something odd lying underneath it all. It doesn’t feel like Villa have gotten started, at all, and a meagre 1-1 against Ipswich has been the catalyst for some frustration.The Holtecast is back as James Rushton is joined by Stevie Green to talk about the Yeovil match and the Ipswich game, goalkeeping errors, Brentford and Steve Bruce. While there’s plenty to be positive, Aston Villa feel a bit... off right now.Still, it could all be a going...2018-08-1938 min7500 To Holte (Old Feed)Holtecast 151: The John McGinn fan clubTwo games,Two games down. Six points in the bag and our hearts stir for John McGinn.The Holtecast is back as James Rushton and Daniel Raza recap the Hull and Wigan games, talk transfers and FFP, preview the upcoming Yeovil (in the Carabao Cup) and Ipswich (in the league) and offer their (usually wrong) predictions before unveiling the week one power rankings - the top five Villa players of the past week - as voted by the community. There are more than a few surprises in that!Things could be going a lot worse, even if they could be...2018-08-1255 min7500 To Holte (Old Feed)Holtecast 150: Holtecast Season PreviewA new season beckons for Aston Villa, who face Hull and Wigan within the space of a week. Excitement builds as we wonder how the first chapter of Villa’s latest Championship campaign will unfold. Within a week, we’ll know where we stand - for now.The Holtecast is back as James Rushton and Daniel Raza preview Aston Villa’s new season - with words on transfer activity, squad depth, key players, and of course - Steve Bruce. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.2018-08-0545 min7500 To Holte (Old Feed)Holtecast 149: Going deep on Aston Villa, FFP, Bruce, Henry, and the new ownersThe immediate cash woes for Aston Villa have concluded. Thanks to a takeover via NSWE, Aston Villa have new shareholders, Wes Edens and Nassef Sawiris investing within the club with a full takeover to come.That means that the Holtecast has to return, a week early, to discuss the latest goings on at Villa Park ahead of a full season preview next weekend.Me and Daniel thought it best to talk about Villa’s new investors, the state of the club and financial fair play. Oh, we also mentioned those nifty kits. Tune in!Feedback:As always, your feedback is ap...2018-07-221h 157500 To Holte (Old Feed)Holtecast 148: Where has all of Villa’s money gone?Villa’s administration worries have been eased thanks to a nifty little loan brought in by Chairman Dr Tony Xia, however, their troubles are still out there for all to see. Keith Wyness is still suspended, Steve Bruce’s future is in limbo, the vultures are circling for star players Jack Grealish and James Chester - and there’s been no fresh takeover rumours.Things, they aren’t exactly looking up for Villa right now.Dani Raza and myself, James Rushton, are back to update you and discuss our opinions on the recent events taking place at Aston Villa. Still cannot b...2018-06-1041 min7500 To Holte (Old Feed)Holtecast 147: The Taxman ComethWe’re just over a week away from a play-off final loss. We’re already talking about administration, a threat that cannot truly be discounted after Aston Villa’s cash flow issues were questioned following the emergence of a missed tax payment.Still, as we say, life goes on.Dani Raza and myself update you on the issues regarding Villa’s tax bill, Keith Wyness’ suspension, the Chinese money lockup, the potential threat of administration, liquidation and insolvency before finishing on a smaller, positive note.We didn’t think this would be our content a week or so after the play-off fin...2018-06-0538 min7500 To Holte (Old Feed)Holtecast 146: Aston Villa take first step into uncertain futureSo. Here we are. At the end of the season, a fairly positive season, with almost nothing to show for it.At the final hurdle, Aston Villa were no match for Fulham. Red cards? There should have been plenty, but it mattered not. Villa were unable to fashion chances, and then were unable to take them.Still, life goes on. Villa now take their first step forward. You’ll have the pleasure of joining Daniel Raza and myself, James Rushton, to quickly break-down the play-off loss before moving on to Aston Villa’s summer transfer concerns. We finish by answering some...2018-05-2855 min7500 To Holte (Old Feed)Holtecast 145: Villa take first-leg play-off leadAll those nerves, for almost nothing.While the job isn’t complete, Villa managed to get through half of their play-off semi-final in one piece, and with a one-goal aggregate lead that they can take back to Villa Park for Tuesday’s second-leg of the Championship play-off semi-final against Middlesbrough.In this latest edition of the Holtecast, Dani Raza and myself, James Rushton, have a quickfire discussion about Villa’s recent victory at the Riverside, spend a few moments discussing the U23’s last game out, before moving to preview the second leg of the semi-final. See acast.com/priv...2018-05-1323 min7500 To Holte (Old Feed)Holtecast 144: Villa swipe right, match with Middlesbrough for play-off dateThe season, for now, is over.Until the play-offs kick off in a week!In this latest edition of the Holtecast, you’ll have to listen to me, James Rushton talk to Dani Raza about all things Claret & Blue, including a last-day loss to Millwall, a play-off date with Middlesbrough, Adama Traore, Steve Bruce and Aston Villa under 23’s.We preview the upcoming play-off semi-final against Tony Pulis’ Middlesbrough and talk about the two other sides in the tournament - Fulham and Derby.The Holtecast is an Aston Villa podcast, and you can listen in below! See acast.com/pr...2018-05-0646 min7500 To Holte (Old Feed)Holtecast 143: Inspired comeback seals fourth placeWith one game to go, Aston Villa’s league season is effectively over. The team can’t finish anywhere else except fourth place. Lock it in and prepare for the play-offs!In this latest edition of the Holtecast, you’ll have to listen to me, James Rushton, mumble on about all things claret & blue alongside my co-host, Dani Raza.We previewed the Millwall game, offering our predictions and recapped an exciting match against Derby County while keeping an eye on the relegation battle, and the play-off scrap.The Holtecast is an Aston Villa podcast, and you can listen in below!2018-04-2938 min7500 To Holte (Old Feed)Holtecast 142: The Avengers!Oh god, the automatic promotion hopes are back. Thanks a lot Gary Rowett.This week, I, James Rushton, am back with the Holtecast, the Aston Villa podcast, and I am once again joined by Dani Raza.We spoke about the latest Aston Villa news, praised the likes of Glen Whelan, Josh Onomah and Lewis Grabban, reserved a few words for Gabby Agbonlahor, recapped the Ipswich Town match and dived into a preview of the coming Derby County game - offering our predictions. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.2018-04-2547 min7500 To Holte (Old Feed)Holtecast 141:Aston Villa qualify for Play-Offs and must avenge Mick McCarthyThe Holtecast is back, and Aston Villa are back to winning ways. It’s good to settle back into routine.And, well - I’m delighted to discuss this with the returning Dani Raza, who has had to up his game after a stellar Holtecast debut by the one and only Matt Lynch.Spoiler - he did!This week, I, James Rushton, am once more joined by Dani to discuss all things Villa. We talked a little bit about Cardiff, a little bit about Leeds before discussing the play-offs and their importance to Villa. Could a potential play-off final be the...2018-04-1559 min7500 To Holte (Old Feed)Holtecast 140: Villa hopeless as promotion hopes erode. Featuring Matt LynchIn the world of Aston Villa, positivity can only be followed by negativity. Villa beat Reading to open up a chase for second place and automatic promotion.Then, what did Aston Villa do when Cardiff lost to Wolves to give Villa hope? Villa lost to Norwich in one of the most devastating results of the season.This week, I, James Rushton, am back with the Holtecast for our 140th episode! I’m not joined by Dani Raza this week, but I’m delighted to bring on Matt Lynch for his Holtecast debut.Matt’s done a lot of work in #AVFC w...2018-04-0836 min7500 To Holte (Old Feed)Holtecast 139: Villa hit the snooze buttonAh. You kind of wish we were still on break? Right? Nothing better than a bore-draw away at Hull to get that football feeling flowing once more, right? Right?No. Things could have went a lot better at the KCOM. Daniel Raza and James Rushton are back with the Holtecast to digest the Hull City game, and preview the coming matches against Reading and Norwich.Predictions:Team Dani - 2Team James - 0Dani got the Preston 1-1 spot on to take a lead a few weeks ago, and he got the Sunderland score right. Two nil to that man.The Ho...2018-04-0240 min7500 To Holte (Old Feed)Holtecast 138: Kodjia’s back, we’re back & Hull previewPhew, that was some international break. Wouldn’t blame you if you doubted football’s existence in the first place! Now we’re back, and the league beckons.Villa ride north once more to face a Hull City side on the rocks, but it’s Aston Villa, and nothing’s that easy. Daniel Raza and James Rushton are back with the Holtecast to preview the coming Hull City game in this quickfire episode, and also discuss Gabby Agbonlahor’s fate at the club, as well as the return of Jonathan Kodjia. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out inform2018-03-3022 min7500 To Holte (Old Feed)Holtecast 137: Win against Bolton? Snow way!After riding out the weekend on a high, Villa welcomed QPR to Villa Park and were smashed to pieces.They then rode north, and found themselves losing to Bolton in a snowstorm.It’ll happen to you. Daniel Raza and James Rushton are back with the Holtecast to discuss the consecutive losses for Villa, and what it means for their end of season run-in. It looks like automatic promotion might be done with, simply because Villa love to concede soft goals. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.2018-03-1842 min7500 To Holte (Old Feed)Holtecast 136: A feast for lionsAston Villa four.Wolves one.Read that out loud and enjoy it.These two certainly are! Daniel Raza is back and is joined by James Rushton to talk about Sunderland, a win over Wolves, Jorge Mendes and then offer previews of the coming QPR and Bolton games. With Villa making us all feel good, the pair also have a love in with the Villa View - who let James graciously present fan cams after the Wolves game.Give them a follow - and especially their founder, Dan!Predictions:Team Dani - 2Team James - 0Dani got the Preston 1-1 spot on...2018-03-1248 min7500 To Holte (Old Feed)Holtecast 135: Snow Day!Postponement. That led to a boring weekend! The snow put Villa’s game with QPR back a few days.But hey, Daniel Raza is back and is joined by James Rushton to preview a run of Villa games! They’ve got the Wolves derby to break down (is there a better name for that?) and of course, the midweek visit to Sunderland. Who is the key man for the Wolves clash? What will the score be? Find out their thoughts and tune in. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.2018-03-0535 min7500 To Holte (Old Feed)Holtecast 134:Oh, what a Whelan! with Phil VogelIt only takes a few moments to change everything around! After a stumble against Fulham and Preston North End, Aston Villa managed to blow away Sheffield Wednesday in some style.James Rushton is back and in the absence of Daniel Raza, is once more joined by 7500 to Holte editor Phil Vogel on your Aston Villa podcast. The pair break down the Preston draw, offer their comments on Lewis Grabban, Josh Onomah and Robert Snodgrass, while reflecting on a win over Sheffield Wednesday before turning their thoughts to the coming QPR game.Predictions:Team Dani - 1Team James - 0Dani got the...2018-02-2536 min7500 To Holte (Old Feed)Holtecast 133: Please win, baby! with Phil VogelAh. That’ll happen to you.After winning seven games in a row, Villa finally gave up the ghost in a loss to Fulham away at Craven Cottage. Still, losing to one of the best-attacking sides away from home isn’t a BAD way to lose your first game in seven. Is it?James Rushton is back and in the absence of Daniel Raza, is joined by 7500 to Holte editor Phil Vogel. In Phil’s debut the pair discusses a deflating loss to Fulham and highlight the importance of bouncing back against Preston in a game that defines almost EVERYTHING. Of cours...2018-02-1839 min7500 To Holte (Old Feed)Holtecast 132: THE CITY IS OURSThe nerves were, in the end, pointless. Aston Villa invited Birmingham City to Villa Park for the 126th iteration of the Second City Derby, and left with a well earned three points in a two-nil win.There’s nothing like it, is there?The Holtecast returns with its 132nd episode, as Aston Villa recorded their seventh league win in a row to remain unbeaten in 2018.Once more, James Rushton and Daniel Raza are back to discuss an incredible derby day, a few naughty stamps, two incredible goals and of course, preview the upcoming match with Fulham - and offer their predi...2018-02-111h 197500 To Holte (Old Feed)Holtecast 131: Villa ride six wins in a row into Birmingham City clashWelcome back to the Holtecast, your Aston Villa podcast! It’s episode 131 and man! Two victories in a row makes you feel VERY good. The team at 7500 To Holte are loving this current run of form!On this episode, James Rushton and Daniel Raza discuss the Snodgrass-inspired victory over Sheffield United, before moving into the 3-2 win against Burton Albion.Of course, there’s the minor case of previewing the Second City Derby this coming weekend, when Villa take on Birmingham City at home.It’s a big match for Villa, but hey - every match is. Tune in! See a...2018-02-0453 min7500 To Holte (Old Feed)Holtecast 130: Feeling good about Villa.. What?It’s Holtecast 130!Your Aston Villa podcast by 7500 To Holte is back and man - we’ve got a few things to talk about despite the lack of match action in the past week.James Rushton and Daniel Raza talk Elphick, Tshibola, Tuanzebe and... Gollini! They will be previewing the Sheffield United match and the Burton Albion match, and also bringing you a bit of transfer news - and our thoughts - on the latest in Villa world.Can Villa keep the winning streak going? Who is coming? Who is staying? Is Benteke coming back? (no). As always, your feedback is appre...2018-01-2932 min7500 To Holte (Old Feed)Holtecast 129: The sky is the limit!It’s the 129th episode of the Holtecast - your Aston Villa podcast and we are bringing you the fourth league win in a row for Villa.Yes, Boro, Bristol, Forest and Barnsley have fallen in the wake of Steve Bruce’s rampant Villa side, with the Villans picking up 100% of the points on offer in 2018 thus far.Without a game next weekend to preview your hosts James Rushton and Daniel Raza dissect a good win over Barnsley, reel through the big Keith Wyness interview, answer your Villa questions and question if Jack Grealish could make it for England. Also, they an...2018-01-2147 min7500 To Holte (Old Feed)Holtecast 128: The Iceman ComethThe Holtecast - your Aston Villa podcast is back with it’s 128th episode! Thank you for all your support so far.As per usual, your hosts James Rushton and Daniel Raza discuss all things Villa - with a recap of a good win over Nottingham Forest being followed with a preview of the coming home clash with Barnsley at Villa Park.The pair talk transfers - namely the situation of the rejuvenated Birkir Bjarnason and what their transfer policy might be this Janaury - and they don’t agree!As always, your feedback is appreciated and is needed! Get in touc...2018-01-1457 min7500 To Holte (Old Feed)Holtecast 127: The FA Cup misery weekenderEh. That could have been better. Villa were knocked out of the FA Cup by Peterborough and are now no longer in any form of cup competition.Can Villa actually concentrate on the league though? As they head to Nottingham Forest - a side who just kicked Arsenal and Wenger to the curb?This week join James Rushton and your Holtecast Co-Host Daniel Raza as the pair talk FA Cup, transfers and more! Will Villa fund a move with a sale? Will it be a good thing to do? Who knows - it’s Aston Villa, the club that will ne...2018-01-0749 min7500 To Holte (Old Feed)Holtecast 126: HoganmaniaThe feast of football is finally over and Villa head into an FA Cup 3rd round tie with Peterborough with an eye on 2nd place with a juicy six points in the bag.A win against Pulis and Boro was good, but putting five goals past Bristol City was something special! Can they keep the good times rolling? We shall see.Once again, join James Rushton and your Holtecast Co-Host Daniel Raza as the pair discuss the manner of Scott Hogan, Steve Bruce’s comments, Robert Snodgrass’ anatomy, and swords. Of course, they sum up the games against Brentford, Boro and...2018-01-0200 min7500 To Holte (Old Feed)Holtecast 125: Jingle BruceChristmas and the Holiday season mean one thing to us - football. Lots and lots of football.However, for Villa and Steve Bruce it’s not four games without a win! A loss to Derby, draws against Sheffield United, Leeds and Millwall? When will this end? Probably when John Terry is back! Ideally against Brentford and Middlesbrough, two big games which will really help Villa out if they can win them!Join James Rushton and your Holtecast Co-Host Daniel Raza this week as they get Adama and Adomah mixed up (how?), moan a little bit about Villa’s identity and offe...2017-12-2442 min7500 To Holte (Old Feed)Holtecast 124: Are the tides turning against Aston Villa?All the positives suddenly fade away when you’ve went three games without a win, and before Villa meet Sheffield United just short of Christmas Eve, that is the situation they find themselves in. A dry draw with Millwall was bookended with a heroic away point at Leeds and of course, a crushing loss yesterday to Derby.So where are things going wrong? James Rushton and your Holtecast Co-Host Daniel Raza will dig deep to find out. Why did Bruce not play a striker? Was he really gunning for a False 9 approach in the centre? Are Villa looking lost, or wo...2017-12-1749 min7500 To Holte (Old Feed)Holtecast 123: Aston Villa hit the blocks against Millwall before Derby clashAfter fighting back to win a point against Leeds United, Aston Villa found themselves on a receiving end of a bit of a surprise. Millwall FC gave Villa a game and could be considered unlucky to perhaps not win the three points!Despite the misfortune at home, Villa are still unbeaten and go into a tough game with Derby Count with a bit to prove to their support.James Rushton and Holtecast Co-Host Daniel Raza break down the bore draw with Millwall, preview the clash with Derby County and speak about some of the world’s footballing events like the ML...2017-12-1055 min7500 To Holte (Old Feed)Holtecast 122: Aston Villa defy Leeds and earn a BIG pointAston Villa fought back to win a point against an incredibly challenged Leeds United team, and we can’t be happier (well, three points would have made us happier, alas).But that means one thing, Villa are still unbeaten - with only a loss against Sheffield Wednesday marring an almost spotless record.Again, James Rushton is joined by Daniel Raza, and the pair spend well over an hour discussing ALL things Villa, including Josh Onomah, Glenn Whelan and of course, the Leeds Unite game; before heading on to preview next week’s Millwall match.Once more, your feedback is appreciated and...2017-12-031h 047500 To Holte (Old Feed)Holtecast EXTRA: Leeds United Preview with Jon MackenzieAfter a good week and a very positive Holtecast, we’ve decided to bring you two for the price of one!So today, we’ll be previewing Leeds United, but it won’t involve Daniel Raza and his incredible Villa knowledge, but rather Jon Mackenzie, a Leeds United fan and football journalist who can give us the skinny and need to know on his Leeds. We also spoke about the Championship, and about the situation at the bottom end of the Premier League, as it could very well be relevant for both teams next season!Dani will be back on Sunday...2017-11-2839 min7500 To Holte (Old Feed)Holtecast 121: Aston Villa are back on the winning streak hype!What a week that was! Since the Holtecast last aired, we’ve had two games and two further victories making it nine points from three games. Incredible stuff! Aston Villa are really gearing up their promotion campaign, so we are really gearing up our Aston Villa podcasting, with an almost hour long discussion about everything Aston Villa.Once more, 7500toHolte’s James Rushton is joined by Daniel Raza, presenter of SportsTalk over on BritishMuslim TV to discuss a number of key Villa talking points, including the form of Keinan Davis and Albert Adomah as well as the two big wins over...2017-11-2655 min7500 To Holte (Old Feed)Holtecast 120: The journey to promotion continues!Another month, another chapter in Aston Villa’s Championship story. Ideally, this story ends with promotion to the Premier League.However, that’s not guaranteed. Promotion must be earned, but Villa are doing their damned best to make it happen.James Rushton is joined by Daniel Raza, presenter of SportsTalk over on BritishMuslim TV to focus on a big weekend win away to QPR before previewing two big games, home against Chris Coleman’s Sunderland and home again against Ipswich. Of course, there will be a bit of international break talk as well. How could they not focus on magic Mile J...2017-11-1940 min7500 To Holte (Old Feed)Holtecast 119: The Owls & OverreactionVilla could have done without losing to Sheffield Wednesday, but that’s Villa, right?For the 119th episode of the Holtecast, James Rushton is joined by Daniel Raza, presenter of SportsTalk over on BritishMuslim TV to talk about Aston Villa and their match ups against Preston and Sheffield Wednesday.Daniel gives out the player of the month and James prays that Glen Whelan isn’t a Holtecast listener. Mr Raza will also be hoping Jonathan Kodjia isn’t a regular around these parts as well, especially after what he said about the injured Villa man!Your feedback is appreciated as well...2017-11-0553 min7500 To Holte (Old Feed)Holtecast 118: Clap your hands if you hate clappers with Daniel RazaThe Second City Derby is done and dusted and well - it certainly was... something? Yes. Something. That’s one way to describe a 0-0 draw. If you want it described in detail? Well, you’ll have to tune in to the Holtecast!James Rushton is joined by Daniel Raza, presenter of SportsTalk over on BritishMuslim TV to talk about Aston Villa and their match ups against Fulham and Birmingham City.Clappers? They are discussed as well. The disgusting things. Yuck.The pair also preview Villa’s midweek matchup against Preston and speak about Villa’s home match against Sheffield Wednesda...2017-10-2957 min7500 To Holte (Old Feed)Holtecast 117: International break-ing my heart with Daniel RazaThe international break is over and Aston Villa return to action, but was it a good return? Well, Villa came up against Wolves and well... In a word. No, it wasn’t good. In many words? You’ll have to listen to this week’s Holtecast to find out!James is joined by Holtecast debutant Daniel Raza, presenter of SportsTalk over on BritishMuslim TV to discuss Aston Villa’s recent stories and recap a very exciting international break. The pair delve into the Wolves match to dissect the game at length, before making predictions on the Fulham game coming next week.You...2017-10-1553 min7500 To Holte (Old Feed)Holtecast 116: The Sheriffs of Nottingham with Jack GrimseAston Villa win, twice within a week, and that’s good. What’s better? Having Jack Grimse back on the Holtecast. BeIn Sports took Jack away from our clutches, so that is why you’re stuck with James and his rotation of guests.But Jack is back! And that’s good news, especially when dissecting a Villa win - and some choice comments from Aston Villa’s CEO that could be taken in one of a few ways.Your feedback is appreciated as well! Get in touch.If you’re on Apple News, head over to iTunes and Apple Podcasts, but otherwis...2017-09-2441 min7500 To Holte (Old Feed)Holtecast 115: Talking Championship with Jon MackenzieAston Villa are back, we're back and the Holtecast is back. There have been a number of developments over the Summer, meaning that Robert and Jack can no longer commit to a weekly podcast between the two.However, 7500toHolte ran two podcasts and they now morph. James will be moving to host the Holtecast and will bring on someone from the world of Aston Villa to speak about the weekly developments of the club.For the 115th episode of the Holtecast, James is joined by podcaster extraordinaire Jon Mackenzie to talk Villa, the Championship, Steve Bruce’s future and Jon’s tea...2017-09-1729 min7500 To Holte (Old Feed)Holtecast 114: Questioning Brentford with your Twitter q's!Aston Villa are back, we're back and the Holtecast is back. There have been a number of developments over the Summer, meaning that Robert and Jack can no longer commit to a weekly podcast between the two. However, 7500toHolte ran two podcasts and they now morph. James will be moving to host the Holtecast and will bring on someone from the world of Aston Villa to speak about the weekly developments of the club. For the 114th episode of the Holtecast, James goes solo and talks Villa - especially your Villa questions after a soggy performance against Brentford. James is p...2017-09-1021 min7500 To Holte (Old Feed)Holtecast 113: An Aston Villa Review with Stevie GreenAston Villa are back, we're back and the Holtecast is back. There have been a number of developments over the Summer, meaning that Robert and Jack can no longer commit to a weekly podcast between the two. However, 7500toHolte ran two podcasts and they now morph. James will be moving to host the Holtecast and will bring on someone from the world of Aston Villa to speak about the weekly developments of the club.For the 113th episode of the Holtecast, James is joined to review Aston Villa with Stevie Green, formerly of the Aston Villa Review - now with I...2017-08-2725 min7500 To Holte (Old Feed)Holtecast 112: Reading into Norwich with Ronson BrownAston Villa are back, we're back and the Holtecast is back. There have been a number of developments over the Summer, meaning that Robert and Jack can no longer commit to a weekly podcast between the two. However, 7500toHolte ran two podcasts and they now morph. James will be moving to host the Holtecast and will bring on someone from the world of Aston Villa to speak about the weekly developments of the club. For the 112th episode of the Holtecast, we speak to Canada’s own Ronson Brown to talk about following Villa from overseas, Villa’s loss against Readi...2017-08-2047 min7500 To Holte (Old Feed)Holtecast 111: Nothing makes a Cardiff-erence with Elis SandfordFor the 111th episode of the Holtecast, we speak to Elis Sandford, native of Wales to discuss among other things, the hammering that Villa took in Wales.Elis is of course a managing editor on this website, but he also went down to the game. That’ll be a fun discussion.The meat of the podcast? James and Elis answer a sackful of Twitter questions, review the Colchester cup success and the Cardiff disaster while looking ahead to Tuesday’s clash at Reading and a return to Villa Park for Norwich on the weekend.If you’re on Apple News, head o...2017-08-131h 177500 To Holte (Old Feed)Holtecast 110: Oh, Bloody Hull! With Jack GrimseAston Villa are back, we're back and the Holtecast is back. There have been a number of developments over the Summer, meaning that Robert and Jack can no longer commit to a weekly podcast between the two. However, 7500toHolte ran two podcasts and they now morph. James will be moving to host the Holtecast and will bring on someone from the world of Aston Villa to speak about the weekly developments of the club. We expect to link up with Stevie of the Aston Villa Review amongst other bloggers and podcasters soon. We might even find Robert again!This time, J...2017-08-0642 min7500 To Holte (Old Feed)Episode 109: Regression to the mean gives Villa a boostWhat's that you say? A Holtecast that isn't just sadness and dour talk about doom, gloom, and relegation? It's true! Today's episode actually gets to talk about wins. Three of them, in fact! And, just to keep things feeling a bit normal, we throw in a loss too. We dive into the recent Villa winning streak (the first such streak since April 2010) and try to decipher if it's an indication of things to come, a fluke, or simply a regression to the mean. We also touch a bit on the ongoing injury crisis (Guess what. By reading this your left kn...2017-03-0835 min7500 To Holte (Old Feed)Episode 108: Aston Villa are garbage, WTF Steve Bruce?Jack and Robert are back with the first Holtecast since the closing of the winter transfer window. And Aston Villa are... pretty trash. We dig into the why of it all while seeing what's to come. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.2017-02-1622 min7500 To Holte (Old Feed)Holtecast 107: Why did Villa buy Johnstone when they have Gollini?Aston Villa have signed their first player of the January 2017 transfer window, bringing in 23-year-old goalkeeper Sam Johnstone on loan from Manchester United. This would make sense if Mark Bunn was the only healthy option, but Villa just bought 21-year-old Pierluigi Gollini in the summer.Jack and Robert discuss this in detail, as well as the sale of Rudy Gestede along with more transfer rumours in Episode 107 of the Holtecast.Additionally, this episode features an interview with Cameron Hall, chairman of the London Lions AVFC Supporters Club. Jack spoke with Cameron at The Globe Pub in Chicago after the 1-1...2017-01-0553 min7500 To Holte (Old Feed)Holtecast 105: Villa’s emoji use, Steve Bruce and a Brighton previewAs the international break comes to a close, Aston Villa are getting back to football. But first, they were getting back to Snapchat with heavy emoji usage on Thursday. That prompted James and I to do a Holtecast Special!We started out with James doing a hilarious narration of the official account’s Snapchat story, which was followed up by a comprehensive discussion of Villa’s emoji usage on social media as a whole.Next up was a review of Steve Bruce’s time at Villa so far, before moving on to talks about ‘Tactics’ Tim Sherwood and answering your Twitter qu...2016-11-1740 min7500 To Holte (Old Feed)Holtecast Episode 96: Looking ahead to the NA Villans Meet Up with Simon LeachWelcome back to another episode of the Holtecast! This week, Jack talks to Simon Leach, chairman of the Chicago Aston Villa Lions Club, about the upcoming fourth annual North American Villans Meet Up in Chicago. Next month, Villa play Newcastle, and around a hundred Aston Villa fans will watch the match together in Chicago. You should join us! Learn more about it in Episode 96, and in another preview to come on 7500 to Holte! See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.2016-08-0216 min7500 To Holte (Old Feed)Episode 86: The Holtecast gets a redesign, now 100% less "Prepared"With the help of a swanky London design firm, we've retooled the podcast this week. Our lyin' is bigger and we're not even vaguely "PREPARED." And the good news is that the effort cost us neither £2 million nor £80,000. In fact, it was entirely free, and we're passing the savings on to you, dear listeners!And really, that's the big news of the week. A badge re-design. We're about to be relegated from the Premier League and the most exciting thing we have is a new badge. Good heavens. So in reality, this week's episode is another lightning-round version of the Ho...2016-04-0820 min7500 To Holte (Old Feed)Aston Villa aren't worth spending much time on, so we're not going toI spent my day enjoying some utterly bizarre early-spring warmth by walking around Washington, DC. It was glorious. But in the back of my head all day was one thought: "What are we going to talk about on the Holtecast this week?" You see, Aston Villa are bad. But we've said that before. Numerous times. And repeating it at length and ad nauseam seems like a bad choice for everyone.But then it hit me. And I texted Jack. And we're happy to present you the (first? last?) Lightning Holtecast! Five topics! Three minutes each! One beer per host! This...2016-03-1121 min
7500 To Holte (Old Feed)On the Pod, My Lord Episode 1: Collymore,my Lord, CollymoreHi guys, James here.I've only went and done a podcast! Inspired by our own Holtecast and the Aston Villa Review, I've decided to take up the mic and delve into the issues and ethics surrounding Aston Villa Football Club. I've piggybacked onto the Holtecast account, meaning you'll get this if you've subscribed to the Holtecast on iTunes and BlogTalkRadio.Basically, I set out to make a timeless anthology. I didn't want the issues laid out on this podcast to be dictated by results, fixtures and performances. In this first episode, I've taken on Stan Collymore's thirteen point plan. Stan...2016-01-1032 min7500 To Holte (Old Feed)Sherwood takes charge as Villa move one step closer to WembleyJack and Robert return for another Holtecast. And we've got our third manager in three episode. First Paul Lambert, then the double-headed beast that was Scott/Andy Marshall, and finally we're onto Tim Sherwood. We take a look at whether or not Tactics Tim is a good fit at Villa Park.And over the weekend something strange happened: Villa scored two goals and beat a Premier League opponent. Now, it wasn't in the league, but still. That's a win! And it sends the club to the quarterfinals of the FA Cup, one win removed from Wembley.We've also bumped our...2015-02-1940 min
7500 To Holte (Old Feed)Announcement: World Cup Wrap-Up taking over!Jack Grimse, regularly the host of the Holtecast, is hosting a daily World Cup radio show on KRNU during the tournament, and we're going to be hosting episodes here! Jack will bring you a look at the previous day's matches, previews of the day ahead, interviews, and segments. And don't worry, the Holtecast will still be hosted here after the World Cup (and maybe even a few during!). In the meantime, you'll find Jack's show here, or you can listen LIVE at krnu.unl.edu. Once there, be sure to click on the link for KRNU2, and you can hear W...2014-06-1303 min7500 To Holte (Old Feed)Holtecast: Transfers, Grant Holt, Liverpool, and More!In this week's episode of Holtecast, we look at Aston Villa's transfer window so far. We look at the signing of Grant Holt and talk about player's we'd like to see brought in, and close with a preview of the weekend's match against Liverpool at Anfield. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.2014-01-161h 017500 To Holte (Old Feed)Holtecast VII: That's So HeskeyBack episodes of the Holtecast, from 7500 to Holte. New episodes will start appearing in January 2014!On a great night for schadenfreude, the crew from 7500 to Holte chuckle at Manchester's misfortunes before digging into Aston Villa's weak performance against United on Saturday. There's also talk of transfers to be had and a discussion of Aston Villa's "best possible eleven." Finally, we preview the upcoming match against Bolton at the Reebok, and at least one of us tries to be positive. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.2014-01-1559 min7500 To Holte (Old Feed)Holtecast VIII: The One with a Guest (Ted Harwood of The Short Fuse)Back episodes of the Holtecast! New epsiodes coming in early 2014! See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.2011-12-2037 min