Best Ray Harkins Podcasts (2025)

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Bolton Wanderers fans Q&A with Sharon Brittan, Fergal Harkin and David Ray 1:02:49

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Welcome to a very special podcast which brings you the best of the Q&A with Bolton Wanderers sporting director Fergal Harkin, chief executive David Ray, and chairman Sharon Brittan. A room full of Bolton fans armed with questions, a panel happy to answer anything thrown their way, it all added up to an entertaining evening. Among the topics covered…

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The First Word - Bolton Wanderers v Bradford City 38:39

30m ago38:39

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A wintry November afternoon, a packed out Toughsheet Stadium, fourth taking on third in League One - with both clubs having a chance to climb into top spot. What's not to like? Join Marc Iles for the latest interviews and stats ahead of Bolton Wanderers' big game against Bradford City. Steven Schumacher brings us the latest from the training ground…

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The Buff presents: Winter is coming... And so are Bradford City 1:23:21

3h ago1:23:21

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Temperatures are dropping - but Bolton Wanderers' form has been red hot. Will it stay that way this weekend against Bradford City? Marc Iles and Henry Hewitt are back with another headline-packed podcast, asking exactly where Steven Schumacher's side are up to after the international break, and whether they will ever install heated seats in the pre…

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Scott Angelacos from Bloodlet and Hollow Leg 1:13:48

3d ago1:13:48

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In this episode, we sit down with Scott Angelacos—the unmistakable voice behind Bloodlet, Hope & Suicide, and Hollow Leg—to dig into the history, mythology, and lived reality of one of Florida’s heaviest and most influential frontmen. Scott walks us through the early days of Bloodlet, the unique darkness that shaped their sound, and the gritty Flor…

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Episode 1319: 11-17-25_LACM_John Cuddeback_RJ Snell_Monday 47:46

2h ago47:46

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Todd and Ellen discuss the news from a Catholic perspective, John Cuddeback on what keeps a father up at night, and RJ Snell on Charity and Truth in the public square.

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Episode 1318: 11-18-25_LACM_Fr Pat Driscoll_Joseph Pearce_Gina Christian_Tuesday 57:45

3h ago57:45

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Fr Pat Driscoll on how being a Christian should affect your life, Joseph Pearce on Warrior Women for Life, and Gina Christian reviews surveys of Young Adult Catholics.

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Episode 1317: 11-14-25_LACM_Robert Brennan_Dr Ray Guerendi_Fr Paul Zoghby_Friday 51:11

11h ago51:11

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Robert Brennan on the movie Nuremberg, Dr Ray Guerendi on his new book, and Fr. Paul Zoghby on the Sunday Gospel Reflection.

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The Buff presents: Ten goals, two wins... that was liquid football! 1:18:20

2h ago1:18:20

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The proof is in the pudding, and the pudding in this case is a football. Wanderers have gone goal crazy this week and we think Marcus Forss has got a foot like a traction engine. Look back at an action packed week at Bolton Wanderers with Marc Iles and Henry Hewitt, along with a trawl through the best of the headlines in The Bolton News. We discuss…

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Petey USA 1:07:35

10d ago1:07:35

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New episode featuring Petey USA — the musician, comedian, and all-around creative dude known for blending vulnerable songwriting with offbeat humor and viral sketches. We talk about how collaboration has shaped his approach to both music and comedy, what it felt like to throw the first pitch at a Cubs game, and the balance between sincerity and abs…

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The Last Word - Oldham 2-6 Bolton Wanderers 23:51

3h ago23:51

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Welcome back to The Last Word - we hope you have all dried out sufficiently to listen to a list of goal descriptions and general anarchy that was the 6-2 win at Oldham Athletic. Where to start? Eleven changes, four debuts, six goals, three goal-line clearances, one minute's worth of silence completely missed, along with a penalty. Wanderers were al…

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Episode 1316: 11-11-25_LACM_Fr Pat Driscoll_Fran Maier_Deacon Bill Harkins_Tuesday 49:04

2h ago49:04

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Fr Driscoll on when feelings become sins, Fran Maier gives us a peek under the hood, and Deacon Bill Harkins on the parallels between serving your country and serving your faith,

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Episode 1315: 11-10-25_LACM_Mike Aquilina_Debbie Cowden_Monday 49:01

2h ago49:01

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Todd and Ellen discuss the news from a Catholic perspective, Mike Aquilina on the Early Church Fathers, and Debbie Cowden on her book "I Love You More Than Cheese."

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Episode 1314: 11-7-25_LACM_Tom McDonald_Chad Barwick_Fr Chris Boutin_Friday 50:25

1d ago50:25

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Tom McDonald on the most reluctant convert, Chad Barwick overviews education in 2025, and Fr. Chris Boutin has our Sunday Gospel Reflection.

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Episode 1313: 11-6-25_LACM_Dr Larry Chapp_Fr Michael Rennier_Alyssa Murphy_Thursday 48:18

1d ago48:18

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Dr. Larry Chapp evaluates why the church doesn't allow Women to become priests, Fr Michael Rennier on what to do if you missed your vocation, and Alyssa Murphy on her latest article.

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Episode 1312: 11-4-25_LACM_Fr Pat Driscoll_Charlie Russo_Dr Randall Smith_Tuesday 50:01

2h ago50:01

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Fr. Pat Driscoll discusses when cursing becomes a sin, Charlie Russo on the recent Colorado Schools ruling, and Dr. Randall Smith on his article "About all that rights talk."

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The Last Word - Bolton Wanderers 4-0 Port Vale 29:31

10d ago29:31

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Grab a cuppa (and a biscuit if that's your bag), sit in a nice comfy chair for half an hour, and re-live a brilliant 4-0 victory for Wanderers against Port Vale with us on The Last Word. Super Amario Cozier-Duberry is at it again - two goals, two assists, and yet more headlines in a game that didn't always look like it was going Bolton's way, but w…

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The First Word - Bolton Wanderers v Port Vale 41:04

1h ago41:04

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Welcome back to the First Word, the podcast that brings you absolutely everything you need to start your matchday weekend. Marc Iles rounds up the best of the pre-game press conference as Steven Schumacher and Eoin Toal talk to the local press. Wanderers fan Russ Pollitt brings his thoughts on the game, plus a prediction, and we speak to Mike Baggu…

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Bravado, bleep buttons, and the Birdman of Burnden Park 1:11:31

14d ago1:11:31

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The Buff is back with another delve into the week's stories at Bolton Wanderers. Join Marc Iles and Henry Hewitt to discuss the growing belief around the Toughsheet that after three straight wins, the future is bright for Steven Schumacher's side. There are plenty of stories to discuss - from Dan Nlundulu's comments about social media abuse to Dion…

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Brett Burnham from Torn Apart 1:15:37

17d ago1:15:37

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This week, we sit down with Brett Burnham, vocalist of Torn Apart and longtime tattoo artist, for a deep dive into the roots of Baltimore hardcore and the winding path that’s carried him from stages to tattoo shops. Torn Apart was one of the most intense and influential bands to come out of Baltimore 90s scene — a bridge between metalcore’s early c…

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The Last Word - Bolton Wanderers 2-1 Huddersfield Town FA Cup 29:12

11d ago29:12

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Welcome back to The Last Word and an action-packed FA Cup win against Huddersfield Town. Goals from Ibrahim Cissoko and Richard Taylor booked the Whites' place in round two on a day where the strength of Steven Schumacher's squad was really underlined. We hear from the Bolton boss along with the winning goal-scorer Taylor after the game, plus Dan B…

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The First Word - Bolton Wanderers v Huddersfield Town 29:06

18d ago29:06

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Welcome back to The First Word and the start to a matchday weekend! It's that time again as Wanderers host Huddersfield Town in the FA Cup first round, aiming for a similar outcome to the league meeting just over a fortnight ago (but hopefully not so late this time!) We hear from Steven Schumacher, plus Bolton mega-fan Russ Pollitt drops by to offe…

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Evil Dead Rise 1:13:07

6d ago1:13:07

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The Evil Dead movie franchise is near and dear to the hearts of many horror aficionados. And, you do not have to be a horror fan to like the movies. You can like humour, slapstick, comedy, magic realism and surrealism, abstraction, irrationality, and cabins. And woods. And things in the basement. And in the case of Evil Dead Rise, an urban landscap…

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The Buff Podcast Toughsheet of Terror Halloween Special 2025 1:19:00

8d ago1:19:00

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MWAH ha ha ha ha ha! It's Halloween, so here at The Buff we're getting into the spirit (ahem). Marc Iles and Henry Hewitt bring you the best of the Bolton Wanderers news from the week along with a handful of ghostly goings on. We read out your emails and make some predictions ahead of the FA Cup clash with Huddersfield Town.…

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Bill Stevenson from Descendents 1:05:52

24d ago1:05:52

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Few drummers have shaped punk rock’s heartbeat like Bill Stevenson. From pounding the kit for Black Flag to defining melodic hardcore with the Descendents, Bill’s fingerprints are all over the sound and soul of modern punk. Now in his early 60s, he’s as sharp, funny, and relentless as ever — splitting time between drumming, producing at his legenda…

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Episode 1311: 10-27-25_LACM_Open Mic_Dr John Sottosanti_Dr Jim Schroeder_Monday 57:00

9d ago57:00

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Todd and Ellen discuss the news from a Catholic perspective, Dr. John Sottosanti on the Shroud of Turin, and Dr. Jim Schroeder on turning freewill into willpower.

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The Last Word - Bolton Wanderers 1-0 Cardiff City 32:14

16d ago32:14

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Welcome back to the (late) Last Word, and a chance to re-live those stoppage time shenanigans from Amario Cozier-Duberry that sunk League One leaders Cardiff City. This looked like being a tough podcast to record at one point, with neither side able to muster a shot on target over 90 minutes. We even considered whether Henry Hewitt would have to st…

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The First Word - Bolton Wanderers v Cardiff City 38:11

13d ago38:11

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Welcome back to The First Word and the start to a matchday weekend! Cardiff City are in town and Wanderers are looking to claw back some ground on the league leaders in a game which promises to be a close fought affair. We hear from Steven Schumacher and Sam Dalby from the press conference at Lostock, Bolton mega-fan Russ Pollitt drops by to offer …

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Well, we are a bit of an expert on these things... 1:18:23

14d ago1:18:23

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Welcome back to The Buff (oinks). I'm Marc Iles, the chief football writer of The Bolton News (oinks). This is my little co-cost, Henry Hewitt (oinks). Right, enough of that. We're back with another round of headlines, gossip and general Bolton Wanderers tomfoolery, all wrapped up in podcast form. This week we will be looking back at a thrilling wi…

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Patrick Cozens from Restraining Order 1:06:13

1M ago1:06:13

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In this episode, we sit down with Patrick Cozens, frontman of Restraining Order, the Massachusetts/Connecticut hardcore band known for blending classic early ’80s energy with modern urgency. Patrick talks about growing up in the New England scene, how Restraining Order first came together, and the balance between being easygoing offstage and all-ou…

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Episode 1310: 10-20-25_LACM_Giancarlo Bernini_Dr Ray Guerendi_Monday 48:34

17d ago48:34

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Todd and Ellen discuss the news from a Catholic perspective, Giancarlo Bernini on his faith influencing his Magic act, and Dr. Ray Guerendi on how to get along with almost everybody.

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Episode 1309: 10-17-25_LACM_Tom McDonald_Fr Augustine Wetta_Deacon Steve Kingsmore_Friday 48:27

29d ago48:27

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Tom McDonald on the documentary "John Candy: I Like Me," Fr. Augustine Wetta covers the diary of a country Priest, and Deacon Steve Kingsmore has our Sunday Gospel Reflection.

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The Last Word - Huddersfield Town 1-2 Bolton Wanderers 33:18

1M ago33:18

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Welcome back to The Last Word - and an amazing comeback from Wanderers! Goals from Sam Dalby and Amario Cozier-Duberry snatched three points from the jaws of defeat at the Accus Stadium in one of the most memorable finales in recent memory. Marc Iles talks you through all the thrills and spills, plus we have all the post-match interviews from Bolto…

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Nothing really matters: A deliciously nihilistic Buff podcast 1:23:09

1M ago1:23:09

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WELCOME back to The Buff Podcast, where nothing really matters... Anyone can see! Marc Iles and Henry Hewitt are back to guide you through the week's events at Bolton Wanderers - and this episode has been produced especially early so it can be digested before Thursday night's game at Huddersfield Town. Saturday's defeat at Burton Albion raised plen…

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Esden Stafne from Saturdays At Your Place 1:05:27

1M ago1:05:27

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This episode features a conversation with Esden Stafne, bassist, vocalist, and founding member of saturdays at your place, the Michigan-based band whose blend of Midwest emo, pop sensibility, and raw sincerity has built a passionate following across DIY spaces and beyond. We dig into Esden’s life offstage—the quiet moments between tours, growing up…

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Episode 1308: 10-14-25_LACM_Fr Pat Driscoll_Fran Maier_Mike Aquilina_Tuesday 49:39

28d ago49:39

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Fr. Pat Driscoll on learning to be ok with silence, Fran Maier on the devil and the duck speakers, and Mike Aquilina continues his series on the early Church fathers.

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Episode 1307: 10-13-25_LACM_Jim Papandrea_Joseph Pronechen_Fr Patrick Hough_Monday 47:46

24d ago47:46

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Jim Papandrea on the importance of making a pilgrimage, Joseph Pronechen on 4 ways to keep your mind on the mysteries, Fr. Patrick Hough on Grand Coteau Retreats.

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The Last Word - Burton Albion 3-0 Bolton Wanderers 31:37

1M ago31:37

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Welcome back to The Last Word on a dismal day for Wanderers. A 3-0 defeat at Burton Albion was a tough pill to swallow as Bolton's wait for an away win continued in front of another sell-out allocation of travelling supporters. Marc Iles talks you through all the major points from the game, we hear from Steven Schumacher on the result and defender …

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The First Word - Burton Albion v Bolton Wanderers 38:14

1M ago38:14

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We're back again with the perfect appetiser to the weekend, and something you can listen to on the journey down to Burton Albion. The First Word brings you all the best from the pre-match press conference, including interviews with Steven Schumacher and Marcus Forss, plus Dan Barnes chats to Edward Walker of the excellent Brewers Babble Podcast to …

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Episode 1306: 10-10-25_LACM_Robert Brennan_Margaret French Isaac_Deacon Bill Harkins_Friday 48:01

27d ago48:01

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Robert Brennan on the film Broken Mary, Margaret French Isaac on Soul on Fire, and Deacon Bill Harkins has our Sunday Gospel Reflection.

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The stuff of nightmares: Macabre mascots and Doggy Day Care 1:10:28

1M ago1:10:28

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Welcome back to The Buff Podcast, and a show that celebrates a win against Peterborough United, however it came about. Yes, the Whites were not at their free-flowing best against Posh but with three juicy points in hand, should we really care how they got there? Marc Iles and Henry Hewitt pick the morsels from the matchday carcass and look ahead to…

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Akil Godsey from End It 1:04:05

2M ago1:04:05

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Akil Godsey of End It joins the show for a conversation that’s equal parts reflection and release. Hailing from Baltimore, End It has built their reputation on unfiltered honesty and chaotic energy — a band that channels the city’s grit into hardcore that’s both feral and deeply human. Akil talks about the cycles of death, debauchery, and the stran…

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Episode 1305: 10-6-25_LACM_Joseph Pearce_Debbie Cowden_David Bonagura_Monday 52:22

2M ago52:22

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The Last Word - Bolton Wanderers 2-1 Peterborough United 31:10

2M ago31:10

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Welcome back to The Buff's Last Word on the day Wanderers got back to winning ways against Peterborough United. It wasn't the stroll in the park that it threatened to be after 21 minutes when Mason Burstow put the Whites two up but nevertheless it was a solid win that puts Steven Schumacher's side a couple of points outside the play-off places. We …