Iron Bru Podcast
By Iron Bru
Iron Bru PodcastSep 16, 2020
Over the Hill
Another one bites the dust. Keith Hill gets the boot as the Iron crash to another home defeat.
Welcome to the National League
The Iron crash to two defeats on the road at Maidenhead and Woking.
A flying start
Brad Mell and Matt Ellis discuss the Iron's 2-1 win over Yeovil Town, as an Andrew Boyce header and Jacob Butterfield net buster secured all three points on a special afternoon at Glanford Park.
Season Preview
We look ahead to Saturday's National League opener with Yeovil Town.
Peter Swann Interview
Scunthorpe owner Peter Swann tells us he'sagreed a price” with a potential new owner but can’t reveal the identity at this stage.
In conversation with Neil Cox
An in conversation special with former Iron player and boss Neil Cox, recorded live at the Friends of Pakati charity event at Redborne Club.
A slow start to summer
We discuss a slow start to the summer transfer window, as the Iron prepare for life in the National League.
Limbo
We discuss a 2-1 defeat at Bradford, new deals for Moore-Billam and Young and the uncertainty surrounding the club's future.
The National League awaits
Non league and nachos
We discuss latest developments at the Iron - including Manny Onariase's exit, Simon Elliott's resignation from the board and controversial stewarding at the Sands Venue Stadium.
Peter Swann interview
Matt Blanchard talks to Iron chairman Peter Swann about the club's on and off field struggles as relegation to the National League looms.
Seven adrift
We reflect on an inept second half performance as the Iron crash to a late defeat against Rochdale.
It's all down Hill from here
We discuss the January transfer window and the Iron's recent form.
Uphill Battle
We discuss a disappointing couple of weeks as back to back defeats, including a 4-0 defeat at Tranmere, leave the Iron three points adrift of safety. We also reflect on the departure of Ryan Loft to Bristol Rovers and loan signing of Sam Burns.
Take the bit between your Keith
We reflect on the Iron's 3-1 festive away win at Oldham - the first under manager Keith Hill. We also discuss the excellent form of Myles Hippolyte, Hayden Hackney, recent postponements, look ahead to the January transfer window and the future of Boxing Day hero Ryan Loft.
Hill start
We discuss a definite improvement under Keith Hill, as the Iron appear to edge closer to an elusive first win under his management.
A view to a Hill
We react to the appointment of Keith Hill as the Iron's manager.
Cox Out
Brad Mell and Matt Ellis reflect on the departures of Neil Cox and Mark Lillis.
Harrow Gate
New lows as the atmosphere turns toxic. We pick the bones out of an embarrassing 6-1 defeat at Harrogate as Neil Cox’s future hangs in the balance.
Peter Swann interview
Iron chairman Peter Swann reflects on a difficult start to the season.
Crisis point?
Another home defeat, in the bottom two and no sign of the chairman - where do we go from here?
A weekend to forget
We discuss a weekend to forget, as the Iron are thumped 4-0 by Exeter City.
August Round Up
We discuss injury concerns, how the new signings have faired and a decent August, which culminated in a 1-0 home win over Tranmere Rovers.
New season, same problems?
We discuss an opening day defeat to Swindon Town, the new signings, injuries to O'Neill and Billson and the desperate need for loan reinforcements, with guest Neil Wright
In conversation with Peter Swann
Iron chairman Peter Swann joins us for a pre season special.
21/22 Season Preview
We discuss the Iron's summer transfer business, pre season results and look ahead to the new campaign which starts this Saturday against Swindon Town.
In conversation with Jem Karacan
Outgoing midfielder Jem Karacan discusses a difficult season at Scunthorpe United.
Bru Shorts: Hallam
We discuss the news that Jordan Hallam has signed a new two year deal at the club.
Bru Shorts: McAtee is a Cod
A short episode discussing John McAtee linking up with Paul Hurst at Grimsby following the expiry of his contract at Glanford Park.
Bru Shorts: KVV
A short episode discussing the departure of Kevin van Veen
Bru Shorts: Retained List
A short episode discussing the Iron's retained list
Bru Shorts: U23s scrapped
A short episode discussing the news that the Iron's U23 side has been scrapped, coinciding with Russ Wilcox's exit.
Safe at last!
League Two safety is secured with a 0-0 draw at Bradford. We discuss whether Cox should play the kids against Stevenage, the U23s, the curious case of KDT, the need for the club to build bridges with the fans as well as a new squad this summer, what next season may bring and answer loads of your questions.
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Dire straits
Reaction to the news Iron chairman Peter Swann has written off £11m of club debts, in exchange for the ownership of the stadium & surrounding land. We also discuss four defeats on the bounce, with relegation still an unlikely possibility with three to play.
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The Budget
We discuss the Iron's goalless draw against high flying Tranmere, Rory Watson and Celtic interest in Joey Dawson. We also reflect on news that the Iron will be operating on their smallest budget since Peter Swann arrived at the club and the need for the budget to be spent wisely next season.
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Wake me up when the season ends
We discuss an international call up for Mason O'Malley, retrospective punishment for Southend midfielder Timothee Dieng, an impressive 2-0 win over Bradford and a boring goalless draw against Crawley, where the Iron failed to register a shot on target for the third time this season. With special guest Neil Wright.
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Edging to safety
We're joined by Neil Wright to discuss recent fixtures, including draws against Leyton Orient and Oldham Athletic, as the Iron edge towards safety in League Two.
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Smash and Grab
We discuss a 1-0 smash and grab win at table toppers Cambridge United and recent defeats to promotion chasing duo Bolton and Cheltenham. Other talking points include George Taft's injury and Lewis Butroid leaving the club on loan.
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A perfect week!
Three wins in a week and Matt Ellis is getting excited! We discuss wins over Grimsby, Port Vale and Colchester, as the Iron hit the dizzy heights of 16th place in League Two.
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In conversation with Guy Ipoua
Cult hero GUY IPOUA discusses his time at some of Europe’s biggest clubs, Real Madrid interest, his move to England, Ian Holloway, driving to Scunthorpe, that afternoon in Burnley, Perez, Marcelle, hat tricks galore and Laws’ Dundee ultimatum!
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Iron fillet the Cods
We discuss a welcome and much needed 3-0 victory over local rivals Grimsby Town.
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Bonus - Simon Elliott
We chat to former Iron director Simon Elliott ahead of the Iron's 3-0 win over Grimsby.
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Peter Swann Q&A
Iron chairman Peter Swann joins us to discuss summer signings, COVID, a disappointing first half of the season, Neil Cox and the appointment of his son Will as Head Scout.
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Barrowed time?
Reaction as the Iron fall to a 1-0 defeat to fellow strugglers Barrow, following another negative display.
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New Year, Same Problems
We discuss a 3-1 defeat to fellow strugglers Stevenage in the worst possible start to the New Year.
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Donkey Derby
We’re joined by Neil Wright to discuss the Iron’s diabolical 1-0 derby day defeat to Grimsby Town.
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Resurgent Iron too good for Orient
We discuss the Iron's 2-0 win over Leyton Orient, news of a rescue package for League One and Two clubs and the alarming amount of players out of contract in the summer.
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Five Star Iron
The mighty Iron romped to an emphatic 5-2 away win at Harrogate on Tuesday night. We discuss a five star performance and the controversial appointment of Will Swann (yes, Peter's son!) as chief scout.
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Iron Stats: Internationals
To celebrate Andy (IronStats) reaching 1000 followers on Twitter, here's our latest stats episode which takes a look at the international stats of Iron players over the years.
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Steps in the right direction
We discuss the 1-1 draw with Morecambe, which extended the Iron's unbeaten to three games. Other talking points include the 1-0 win at Port Vale, Jai Rowe, the new substitution rule and Olomola's decision to stay at the club and fight for a first team spot.
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