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3 FISH on the SHIRT - Grimsby Town PodcastEnd of Season ReviewThe Mariners’ season had it all—thrill, heartbreak, and moments that made you believe again. Starting with cautious hope and ending just shy of the playoffs, it was a journey Town fans won’t forget in a hurry. In our final episode of Season One (Episode 44!), Dave and Steve relive the rollercoaster ride that was 2024/25.
From unforgettable highs—stunning wins over Port Vale and Bradford City, triumphs at Doncaster and Walsall—to gut-wrenching lows, we break it all down month by month. Expect hilarious clips, classic Colemanballs, jaw-dropping goals, and away-day tales that will make you wish you were t...2025-06-022h 143 FISH on the SHIRT - Grimsby Town PodcastPontoon SunsetsThe final whistle has blown on another gripping season for Grimsby Town, and while the dream of playoff glory just slipped away, there’s so much to celebrate. Under David Artell’s leadership, the Mariners have defied expectations, finishing inside the top 10 and taking the fight to the very last day.
What a journey it has been! In this episode, we reflect on the highs, the near misses, and the incredible strides the team has made. Players may come and go, but the heart and soul of the club—the fans—remain the constant.
We’ll explore...2025-05-051h 023 FISH on the SHIRT - Grimsby Town Podcast(MK) DON' STOP BELIEVIN'Grimsby Town headed to Stadium MK for their crucial penultimate match of the season—their final away game and a pivotal opportunity to strengthen their playoff hopes. The stakes were high, and though MK Dons had little left to play for, the atmosphere was electric. A sea of passionate Mariners fans filled the stadium, alongside the celebration of Dean Lewington’s remarkable career in his emotional last home match. Will the Mariners rise to the occasion and claim the victory they so desperately need? What do the playoff permutations look like after this dramatic fixture? Dive into the thrilling worl...2025-04-2735 min3 FISH on the SHIRT - Grimsby Town PodcastBad Friday, ROSE on MondayTwo games, one chaotic Easter weekend, and a playoff dream still alive. The Mariners had a golden opportunity as the Top 7 stumbled—but could they take advantage? First came the horror show against Swindon at BP, a game best forgotten. But then, a trip to the league leaders, Port Vale. Town put in a much-improved performance, but was it enough? We break down the outcome and why it might not be as bad as it seems. Plus, we’re joined by Rob Cavallini, who gives us an exclusive look at his upcoming book and series—essential listening for football histor...2025-04-221h 403 FISH on the SHIRT - Grimsby Town PodcastPUREST GREENThe Mariners are on the hunt for those all-important points to secure a playoff spot, and this week they’ve headed to the land of afternoon teas to take on Betty's Boys—a team they've never managed to beat in league action. Could this finally be their chance to break the curse? Kieran Green decided it was time to sprinkle a bit of his trademark magic again, delivering a jaw-dropping 70-yard strike (yes, SEVENTY yards!) that had us all picking our jaws up off the floor. Add in a stunner from JDS, and things were looking good—until the Marine...2025-04-1450 min3 FISH on the SHIRT - Grimsby Town PodcastGREEN Light for a Promotion Playoffs Push!The Mariners had a rollercoaster of a week—facing disappointment at Crewe midweek but bouncing back strong at Blundell Park with a crucial win over struggling Morecambe. Join Dave and Steve as they dive into the highs and lows of these two matches, unpack Town’s current position in the heated Promotion race, and analyze the state of League Two. This week, we’re also tackling the hot topic of GTFC’s 2025/26 price rise announcement. Hear our take on what it means for the club’s finances and for fans like you. Don’t miss out—hit play now, enjoy the disc...2025-04-0754 min3 FISH on the SHIRT - Grimsby Town PodcastBeached U's & much, much MOORE!Ready for an exhilarating ride? This episode captures the electrifying aftermath of Grimsby Town's victory over Colchester—a match where David Artell's unstoppable Mariners dominated, despite the challenges of a less-than-ideal playing surface. You'll be swept into the excitement as Dave and Steve recount every triumphant moment, dissecting the highs and adrenaline-filled atmosphere of the monumental win in Roman Town. But that's not all—the episode shifts gears with a heartwarming and insightful conversation featuring Grimsby Town legend, Dave Moore. With an astounding 49-year career in football as a player, manager, and physio, Moore shares tales from his time with...2025-03-291h 403 FISH on the SHIRT - Grimsby Town PodcastMcWINNER Smuggled in to BP!*Two home defeats in two weeks. A week-long break. The Mariners came back hungry for redemption as Newport County, “The Exiles,” visited Blundell Park. Did they serve up the victory their loyal fans craved?* With a ban on external food at the ground, the Mariners had to satisfy their fans in a different way. Enter George McEachran: serving up a delicious free-kick masterpiece that was pure match-winning magic. Dave and Steve break down this thrilling game and share a fascinating conversation with Leifur from the Icelandic Branch of Grimsby Town Supporters. Find out why Iceland has fallen in love with...2025-03-2430 min3 FISH on the SHIRT - Grimsby Town PodcastTHIS IS GRIMSBY with Thomas Turgoose"Don’t let back-to-back home defeats dampen your spirits, because this week we’ve got something truly special—one of Grimsby’s own, Thomas Turgoose, joins us on the pod! Known for his standout roles in This is England, Game of Thrones, Kingsman: The Golden Circle, and the recent Mickey 17, Thomas is not just a talented actor but a passionate advocate for Great Grimsby, Cleethorpes, and of course, a die-hard Mariners fan. In our longest episode yet (but worth every minute), Thomas shares stories of growing up in the Town, his love for the Mariners, and behind-the-scenes tales from his incr...2025-03-172h 313 FISH on the SHIRT - Grimsby Town PodcastUNSADDLED🎙️ Breaking News for all you die-hard Mariners fans! ⚽ 🔥 Hot off the press: Grimsby Town's electrifying away victory at league leaders Walsall! 🔥 We bring you exclusive analysis of this thrilling match where Town not only made a bold statement but also threw down a gauntlet to the top 7 contenders. Tune in to hear how the magical combination of a Sky+the 1230 KO, 3rd kit and stellar player performances worked wonders for the TOWN'S success. 🌟 Plus, don't miss our deep dive into the midweek draw against Tranmere and our exciting preview of the three upcoming home games. It's an exhilarating time to be a MARINER...2025-03-0959 min3 FISH on the SHIRT - Grimsby Town PodcastEVENS at the Cheltenham Festival with Special Guest Jack GRIMSEReady for an engaging hour of football chat? In this episode, we're thrilled to welcome Jack GRIMSE, a top football YouTuber from the USA who has fallen in love with British Football—just like us! From his devotion to Aston Villa to his fascinating content on stadiums, shirts, and everything football, Jack brings infectious energy and passion to the game. It's an episode you won't want to miss! But that's not all—Dave and Steve reflect on Grimsby Town's 1-1 draw at Cheltenham and take a closer look at the transformation under Town Boss David Artell during his tenure. Plus...2025-03-041h 073 FISH on the SHIRT - Grimsby Town PodcastFleetwood Mc🎙 The Mariners Keep Surging: Four Wins in a Row! 🐟 The Haddock v Cod Derby has never been this thrilling! Join Dave and Steve as they dive into Grimsby Town's outstanding performance, with three consecutive 2-1 victories, four wins in a row, and five unbeaten matches.
⚽️ Rose is on fire, and we're racking up more points than last season in February. Plus, we've broken the curse by beating Fleetwood in the league for the first time!
🎥 EXCLUSIVE FOOTAGE ALERT (of the Goals on YiouTube)! Don’t miss our special guest, Siggi Einarsson from KVF, the Faroese National Broadc...2025-02-2347 min3 FISH on the SHIRT - Grimsby Town PodcastComfort Day!Imagine this: If Carlsberg did footy away days, it would be an experience like no other! The unstoppable Mariners, supported by a sea of almost 3,000 passionate away followers, pulled off a stunning victory against the high-flying Doncaster right on their own turf. Before the match, the home fans were boasting, suggesting that if they beat us for the third time in a row, they could "keep us"—just like clubs keep trophies after a hat trick of victories. But as these things go, such pre-match bravado rarely ends well. And sure enough, the Mighty Mariners delivered in style! The 2-1...2025-02-1747 min3 FISH on the SHIRT - Grimsby Town PodcastJASON! - Carlisle Pay the Penalty!🎙️ **Episode Alert: Mariners' Exciting 2-1 Victory!** 🏆 Hey MARINERS! ⚽️ Buckle up as we dive into the Mariners' exhilarating journey at Blundell Park with their first win of the year and back-to-back triumphs in 2025! 🌟 **What’s in store:** - Relive the nail-biting, action-packed match that had us all on the edge of our seats! With a 2-1 victory over Carlisle, it was an intense and entertaining battle, punctuated by moments of frustration and pure brilliance. - Join us as we dissect the most controversial moment of the game! Did our Iceman #JS11 take a dive, or was he genuinely fouled? 🧐 The Carlisle fans cried...2025-02-1025 min3 FISH on the SHIRT - Grimsby Town PodcastRose GOLDIt's a DOUBLE-HEADER quite literally this week. With so much to cover this week, this double episode features both games since our last outing 7 days ago, Gillingham (h) 1-1, and Bromley (a) 2-0. We also welcomed Mariners fan favourite and dressing room stalwart Mark Lever into the pod to discuss his time with the Mariners from 1988 - 2000, in the fantastic Buckley era! Great listen, even though we say so ourselves. Massive thanks to Mark for joining us and to the Fans Perspective YouTube Channel for their unique angle of the Danny Rose goal. UP THE MARINERS!!
2025-02-041h 483 FISH on the SHIRT - Grimsby Town PodcastPoor Barrow JobTown crash disastrously in the Cumbria, a slightly miffed Dave & Steve pick the bones out of a very poor performance. The only saving grace being the opportunity to bounce back Tuesday night under the lights at BP! Come on you Mighty Mariners, time to get back at it! We go again! #gtfc #barrowfc #gillinghamfc #grimsbytownfc #grimsbytown #mariners #efl #league2 #shamrockrovers #mkdons #gezadavidturi #faroeislands #faeroskfodbold #vikingur
2025-01-2836 min3 FISH on the SHIRT - Grimsby Town PodcastLevi Giles - Grimsby Professional Boxer - GUEST SPECIALWe welcomed Mariners Super Fan and"One of Our Own" Grimsby's Pro Boxer Levi Giles into the Pod this week to review Town's 1-1 draw with Chesterfield and to catch up with him on his successful career in boxing. The challenges he faces and sacrifices he makes are inspirational and everything good we want to see from the Grimsby & Cleethorpes area. One to be celebrated, please watch this episode and be proud of Our Mariners and Our famous son who is doing us proud in the ring (AND in GTFC colours!) #gtfc #levigiles #football #boxing #grimsby #cleethorpes #chesterfield #chesterfieldfc...2025-01-2143 min3 FISH on the SHIRT - Grimsby Town PodcastTO BE OR NOTTS TO BE...?With the cancellation of the Town v Notts County game 90 mins before KO due to 20% of the pitch being unplayable we unpick the tweets and the issues in the lead up to the match (what match?). We also covered where we've been for postponed games, the transfer window so far (simples) and we look ahead to Chesterfield and relish the return of Vernam and Thompson, and much more. #utm #gtfc #grimsby #mariners #efl #football #nottscounty
2025-01-1538 min3 FISH on the SHIRT - Grimsby Town PodcastChristmas 2 New Year 0Dave and Steve are on the road to Bradford City on the first weekend fixture of the New Year. Can Town get started in 2025 after a disappointing capitulation to Accrington on New Year's Day? We look back at both New Year away games. Up the Mariners #gtfc #mariners #football #efl #league2
2025-01-0730 min3 FISH on the SHIRT - Grimsby Town PodcastExtra! Extra! 3 FISH on the BEEBDave guests on BBC RH Sport to follow up on the Accrington game and look ahead to Town's needs in the Transfer Window
2025-01-0310 min3 FISH on the SHIRT - Grimsby Town Podcast1-2 with a SeagullA bumper Christmas fixture review with the Mariners taking maximum points at home 2-1 on Boxing Day against Harrogate and 3-0 on Sunday 29th Dec against high-flying Port Vale. Vale though were not the only high-flyers as Town's aerial power was provided by [ACTUAL] Seagull 'Cam McGannet' fielding a ball in midfield flicking on cousin McJannet's transitional ball on to Jordan Davies. Watch the Episode for more!! #grimsbytown #football #mariners #eflleaguetwo #seagull #iselendingavakt #iceland #soccer #viralvideo
2024-12-3159 min3 FISH on the SHIRT - Grimsby Town PodcastDie HardThe one game anyone connected with the Mariners didn't want to lose. A short but painful episode this week where we dissect the Holloway BS pre-match and look at how the game unfolded. As with the movie Die Hard it's kinda Christmas related but is it really a Christmas film, was this really a Christmas match? No, CHRISTMAS STARTS HERE!! #upthemariners #gtfc #grimsby #mariners #artell #eflleaguetwo #efl #ukfootball #viralvideo #viralpodcast
2024-12-2422 min3 FISH on the SHIRT - Grimsby Town PodcastThe First Few Years Were the Best!We convene in the pod to pick the bones out of The Mariners 0 Crewe 2 and rue the current woes at home, with some important recognition of where we're at right now. As Mariners of 45+ years we come to the realisation that the early part of their league careers as Mariners may well have peaked too soon! As always we keep the faith - love the Town, love the club! #UTM #GTFC #MARINERS
2024-12-1738 min3 FISH on the SHIRT - Grimsby Town PodcastMorecambe, Bring Me SunshineWhat a great time to be recording a Grimsby Town Podcast! Great week 2x wins for the First Team, 8 goals and a thrilling FA Youth Cup win for the Mariners Youth Squad against West Ham United at Blundell Park. Never mind Storm Darragh, the Mariners put on a show for the amazing Town following who travelled 160 miles across the country regardless of the horrific weather. A celebration of all things GRIMSBY TOWN, please SUBSCRIBE, LIKE, SHARE & CLICK the NOTIFICATION BELL! #gtfc #mariners #ericandernie #morecambefc #special #secret #viralvideo #bringmesunshine #3fishontheshirt #utm #upthemariners #strokeassociation #strokeawareness #getwellsoontommywiddrington #tommywiddrington
2024-12-1049 min3 FISH on the SHIRT - Grimsby Town PodcastThe Iceman Cometh, Town's Secret WeaponThe Mariners 5 Accrington 2, we sum up Town's home form-busting 7 goal thriller against our League 2 opponents Accrington. A much needed win and a great performance from our MOTM Jason Dadi Svandthorsson, who put in a superb display on a cold Tuesday evening at BP!
2024-12-0519 min3 FISH on the SHIRT - Grimsby Town PodcastTONDEUR - The MovieJohn Tondeur joins us in the 3 FISH Pod to talk about his life and times as the "Voice of the Mariners" for the past 40 years! He talks about the club he loves, and the trials and tribulations of being a football reporter / commentator.
A great listen for Mariners everywhere a frank warm and humorous at times, look at the world of GTFC from a unique perspective.
Thanks to John for Joining Us.
2024-11-2641 min3 FISH on the SHIRT - Grimsby Town PodcastHolloway's got the Willies!In the week when everyone's favourite (sarcasm) ex-manager started blaming his new team's training ground as being haunted for poor form, the Mariners recorded their sixth successive away game without defeat at Newport. The ref tried to spoil Town's record, but to no avail, as the rejuvenated Jordan Wright, delivered the WRIGHT type of justice for Town (see what I did there!) Dave and Steve run through some of the game's key points and look at some of the more irreverent football stories this week, like who's up for the Manager of the Church, following the resignation of the...2024-11-1936 min3 FISH on the SHIRT - Grimsby Town PodcastGreeny's Trivela, Rose is Stellar!The Mariners record another stunning away win at the Cherry Red Records Stadium to defeat the previously unbeaten at home Dons 1-0. With availability and time in short supply this week, Dave pilots the show solo, and with the help of the fantastic @donsvlogs2023 footage, reviews the game, savouring Greeny's outrageous assist to Danny Rose's great finish. Current away form is WWWWW 4 of those 5 in that yellow and red away kit. Should we wear it at home? Anyone?? UP THE MARINERS!
2024-11-1018 min3 FISH on the SHIRT - Grimsby Town PodcastSweet FA for Town Again!Town crash out of the FA Cup at first attempt and the poor home form continue, much to the frustration of the die hard 3,000 or so fans at BP. Dave and Steve ponder the imponderables of the second half performance against Wealdstone. We're hoping that there's only one way (UP), and reflect that there's still some perspective needed on Town's season so far. After all we can "concentrate on the league now" UP THE MARINERS!
2024-11-0544 min3 FISH on the SHIRT - Grimsby Town PodcastBT SPORT / TNT SPORTS' Adam Summerton SPECIALWe welcome TNT Sports (previously known as BT Sports) Commentator Adam Summerton on to the 3 FISH Podcast. Adam is a game caller of many years experience, having worked his way through the industry from local coverage of games, right through to the heights of European competition Finals. Along the way we Mariners have become fond of Adam's pronouncements of the Grimsby Play Off campaign that saw Town regain their league status in 2022. At the heart of that group of games was "THAT GAME", "THE WREXHAM GAME" "THE 5-4" or whatever you refer to it as, that led Grimsby to...2024-10-3130 min3 FISH on the SHIRT - Grimsby Town PodcastGroundhog DayTown contrive to be in a reasonable vein of form, but buck the tradition of winning more at home than away! This week saw the Mariners on the road midweek to Birkenhead away to Tranmere Rovers, followed up at home on Saturday with the visit to BP of the Football Franchise that is Milton Keynes FC. We also look at the feeling that we're doing the same things over and over at home in Groundhog Day fashion. Straight away wins says were doing good things, and straight home defeats says there's hard work to do to make us better...2024-10-2919 min3 FISH on the SHIRT - Grimsby Town PodcastSteve Saunders Interview Part IISteve talks about the season following Town's relegation, the arrival of Alan Buckley and the FA Cup run. He also fills us in on why his professional was relatively short, but how he continued to play the game he loves to a ripe age. Special thanks to Steve for taking time to spend with me for this 3 FISH on the SHIRT SPECIAL!! UP THE MARINERS!
2024-10-2528 min3 FISH on the SHIRT - Grimsby Town PodcastMercy DashHaving recently dashed to the Doncaster early kick from Europe and made it, Dave has to leave the Walsall Home game due to a family emergency! Thankfully all is well, and thanks to all of those of you who enquired! Steve fills us in on the 1-4 reverse, we also update on the fans forum and Preview Tuesday nights forthcoming trip to Tranmere with #SWA fan Rachel from the Wirral! UP THE MARINERS!!
2024-10-2242 min3 FISH on the SHIRT - Grimsby Town PodcastSteve Saunders SpecialPart 1 Steve talks us through his early career, and how he ended up at Grimsby Town, and a tough first season under Bobby Roberts. A fascinating watch for Grimsby Town fans but also for any football fan interested in the life of a footballer from their point of view.
2024-10-1730 min3 FISH on the SHIRT - Grimsby Town PodcastWe Win Away, We Win Away!3 away wins on the spin , 4 wins from 5 overall with things looking up for the Mariners, Dave and Steve talk Salford (a), and the latest goings on at GTFC, injuries, the FA Cup draw, our brilliant away following, their songs and much more! UTM!
2024-10-1540 min3 FISH on the SHIRT - Grimsby Town PodcastGoodnight ViennaDave dashes back from Vienna to get back in time for the home game against Doncaster, WILL HE MAKE IT!? or should he have stayed and watched Rapid Vienna this weekend, or Ajax on route rather than the disaster that was Donny at home. We pick the bones out of the 0-3 defeat and frame it against the backdrop of recent form. Join us as we meander through the ins and outs of this last week or so, which saw 3 wins on the bounce and a defeat - delivering 9 out of a possible 12 points, and Steve notices an Icelandic...2024-10-0945 min3 FISH on the SHIRT - Grimsby Town PodcastEpisode 8 - Kieran Maguire, Price of Football SpecialWe welcome Kieran Maguire from the Price of Football Podcast to the pod, to discuss football finance and in particular the ownership structure at the club and recent changes to the financial arrangements.
2024-10-0633 min3 FISH on the SHIRT - Grimsby Town PodcastCheer up Andy Woodman! OR He Married a Meggie!With Steve taking a well-earned holiday (mid-season!!??) we welcome Brighton's Albion Roar and Radio Reverb Broadcaster Alan Wares to the podcast as we look back at the fans perspective of following a lowly league club. We also look at our history-making run to the FA Cup Quarter Final which was ended by Brighton, but from a fans perspective. Alan knows all about Grimsby, after all he married a Meggie! First up though we review our valuable 3 points at home to Bromley - Cheer up Andy Woodman!! UTM!
2024-09-2457 min3 FISH on the SHIRT - Grimsby Town PodcastMulti-level Disaster!!Undaunted by technical glitches, that are merely referred to and not blighting this episode, we look back on the 1-2 defeat to Barrow at Home, the dark arts, and talk about the smaller clubs that do well, and how good (or not) we are at estimating attendance - thanks for listening - UP THE MARINERS!!
2024-09-1632 min3 FISH on the SHIRT - Grimsby Town PodcastJevons, Woody, or both?This weekend saw a disappointing defeat away to the Spirites of Chesterfield. But are we seeing green shoots of a way playing? We discuss where we were on 8th September 2001, reminisce about the good times, share some unusual stats that came up over the weekend that feature The Mariners and look ahead to the upcoming Barrow and Bromley games at Blundell Park. So what do you want to hear about first, Jevons, Woody or both?
2024-09-1033 min3 FISH on the SHIRT - Grimsby Town PodcastThe Ghost of Jimmy CockshuttWe gloss over the 1-5 Carabao Cup exit to old Yorkie foes Sheffield Wednesday, and unashamedly focus on the very enjoyable, positive win over Bradford City. We discuss David Artell, the transfer window and look ahead to the Chesterfield (a) game.
2024-09-0644 min3 FISH on the SHIRT - Grimsby Town PodcastToto! Toto!!We review the week's goings on at BP and discuss the 3-2 victory over Cheltenham Town, and as always put the world to rights!
2024-09-0649 min3 FISH on the SHIRT - Grimsby Town PodcastKiss My Hammy!!??Steve travels to Noots to experience Thursday night SkySports+ action live, and reports back from Nottingham immediately after the match. We react to the 1-4 result
2024-09-0516 min3 FISH on the SHIRT - Grimsby Town Podcast3 FISH No.1Welcome to our brand new GRIMSBY TOWN podcast, we look at our opener away at Fleetwood and the season ahead.
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