Exit Buddy: Veteran Stories to Guide You shines a light on the real struggles and triumphs of veterans navigating life after military service. Each episode dives into the heart of military transition—sharing tales of resilience, setbacks, humor, and growth as veterans move from boots to business or rediscover purpose in civilian life. If you’re seeking inspiration, practical advice on military transition, or just a reminder that you’re not walking this path alone, Exit Buddy is here to help ...
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Welcome to Backstage Buddies, a podcast about two theatrical performers and the Art they create and consume!
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Meaney and Llewellyn are cadets in the Lead Service, an organization established to police the ever-expanding multiverse, and to protect it from collapse. However, as they embark on their first field training exercise, they soon learn that things don’t always go by the book. Jump Leads is a science fiction comedy audiodrama series based on the webcomic of the same name.
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Insight and analysis on the biggest sporting stories from the award-winning team at Scotland's favourite website dailyrecord.co.uk
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Breaking Barriers in Aviation & Turning Passion into Nonprofit Purpose
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23:29In this episode of Exit Buddy: Veteran Stories to Guide You, retired US Air Force pilot Jessica Ruttenber shares her remarkable journey navigating—and ultimately transforming—the world of military aviation. Jessica recounts battling physical and cultural obstacles to become a pilot, and how she advocated for lasting policy changes at the Pentagon. …
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The mysterious Agent Daniels is sent to Lead H.Q. to interview its commanding officer about their missing Cadets, Meaney and Llewellyn. Enjoy the show? Support us on Patreon! Featuring the voices of: Debi Derryberry (Agent Daniels) Chris Dorman (Whedon) Marissa Meizel (Meaney) Ben Paddon (Llewellyn) Dino Andrade (Lucas, Cadet #3) Benjamin Ahr Harri…
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Broadswords & Buddies Episode 54: The Finale – Part 3
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45:24As our intrepid heroes journey into the castle of the Dread Lord Sordid, their journey’s end is thrown ever-so-slightly off-course after they rescue two strange-looking prisoners… Content Warning: Descriptions of violence, some strong language. Enjoy the show? Support us on Patreon! Featuring the voices of: Cricket Michel (Jo) Cristina M. Medina (J…
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Meaney and Llewellyn crash in an abandoned city – and so does their friendship. Ooh, symmetry! Content Warning: Contains peril, some mild language. Enjoy the show? Support us on Patreon! Featuring the voices of: Marissa Meizel (Meaney) Ben Paddon (Llewellyn) Dino Andrade (SNR Drones) Bonnie Gordon (Computer Terminal #1) Austin Lee Matthews (Compute…
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Buckle Down & Break Through: From Devil Dog to Cyber Champion
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26:43Join Kathleen Smith and Rachel Bozeman as they welcome Tom Eston, a Marine turned cybersecurity trailblazer, podcaster, and mentor, for an inspiring dive into his journey. From his infantry days to carving out a security career, Tom shares how curiosity, self-discipline, and determination fueled his rise. Tom emphasizes the importance of mentorship…
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When they encounter a parallel version of Llewellyn who works as a right-wing news pundit, Meaney’s distrust in her travel partner grows. Content Warning: Contains peril, strong language, and described violence. This episode is dedicated to the memory of Triana Paddon. We love you, Teri. Enjoy the show? Support us on Patreon! Featuring the voices o…
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Don’t Tough It Out: A Marine's VA & Vitamin M Warning
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33:59Join Kathleen Smith and Rachel Bozeman as they welcome Rob Fuller, a U.S. Marine veteran, cybersecurity leader, and community founder, for a raw look at his journey. From blowing up 300 pounds of C4 as a combat engineer to thriving in cybersecurity, Rob’s story takes a sobering turn with his struggle for VA benefits. Impacted by a culture of "tough…
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Meaney and Llewellyn encounter another lost Lead, Herman, who immediately lands them in trouble with a gang of Space Pirates. Content Warning: Contains peril, some mild sexual language. Enjoy the show? Support us on Patreon! Featuring the voices of: Marissa Meizel (Meaney) Ben Paddon (Llewellyn) Dino Andrade (Herman, Pirate Engineers) Daniel Ross (…
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From Chief to "Just" Jaimee: Soul Searching & Taking Your Shot
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22:25In this episode of Exit Buddy: Veteran Stories to Guide You, Air Force veteran Jaimee Freeman shares her recent military transition experience—shedding her Chief identity for "just" Jaimee after 28 years of service. Jaimee reveals how she pivoted from linguist to Pentagon event planner, turned down a lucrative job upon transition (not allowing fear…
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It Sucks, but I Love It: Finding Joy Through the Tough Stuff
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31:30Air Force veteran Josh Mason shares his journey of military transition and personal growth on this episode of Exit Buddy: Veteran Stories to Guide You. From cybersecurity to teaching, entrepreneurship, podcasting, and building a chicken coop, Josh showcases the power of creativity, networking, and embracing challenges with a stoic grin. He reveals …
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Army veteran Daniel Benjamin steps up to the mic to share his military transition story, from 20 years in signals intelligence to a program manager in cybersecurity and healthcare, on this episode of Exit Buddy: Veteran Stories to Guide You. He recounts how the reserves offered a helpful safety net during his transition into contracting, and how hi…
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Red Nails, New Trails: Forging Your Identity After Service
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19:42In this episode of Exit Buddy: Veteran Stories to Guide You, 20-year Air Force veteran Trecie Spencer shares her journey from joining the Air Force at 17 to a successful career as a project manager at GSA. She dives into how a phone line snafu at Nellis Air Force Base launched her networking mindset, how dreams of colorful nails signaled her milita…
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From Tech to Tarmac: A Fighter Pilot’s Second Act in Aviation
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26:13Air Force veteran Steve Luczynski shares his remarkable journey from soaring the skies in F-15s and F-22s to navigating national security policy, diving into a cybersecurity leadership path, and eventually pivoting back to his first love—flying—in this episode of Exit Buddy: Veteran Stories to Guide You. With a career that spanned Japan to Europe a…
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Hawk & Hack: Finding Your Personal Brand and Cyber Tribe
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27:15Army veteran John Stoner shares his resilient path from signals intelligence analyst to cybersecurity leader in this episode of Exit Buddy: Veteran Stories to Guide You. With a decade of Army service—spanning time in Afghanistan, Bagram, Ottawa, and NSA headquarters—John was primed for a return to intelligence work after separating. Instead, repeat…
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Behind the Mic: Meet Your Exit Buddies, Kathleen & Rachel
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16:20In this bonus episode of Exit Buddy: Veteran Stories to Guide You, hosts Kathleen Smith and Rachel Bozeman pull back the curtain for a fun, heartfelt "get to know us" chat. From the inspiration behind the podcast name to their career journeys, military connections, and top advice for transitioning vets, they share laughs, life lessons, and a peek a…
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Fire on Deck to Fire in the Belly: If You Lose Your Passion, You've Lost at Life
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32:30Navy veteran Shanon Raab discusses his journey from machinist’s mate to passionate recruiter, in both the Navy and civilian worlds, in our first official episode of Exit Buddy: Veteran Stories to Guide You. Shanon shares how a chance visit to the mall at 17 sparked his military career, how mentoring a shipmate led to his Navy recruiting role, and h…
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Welcome to Exit Buddy: Veteran Stories to Guide You
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1:01Join hosts Kathleen Smith and Rachel Bozeman for the launch of Exit Buddy: Veteran Stories to Guide You! This podcast is your go-to resource for navigating the transition from military to civilian life. Each episode features a veteran sharing their real stories, practical tips for career transitions, advice on building strong support networks, and …
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The reality-jumping adventures continue in season 2 of Jump Leads! In this amazing new season, Cadets Meaney (Marissa Meizel) and Llewellyn (Ben Paddon) find themselves stumbling through the multiverse encountering new challenges – a space station full of pirates, an abandoned city of the future, and an evil sorcerer who always rolls a natural 20. …
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Meaney and Llewellyn make a pit stop on a world celebrating the winter solstice. Enjoy the show? Support us on Patreon! Written by Ben Paddon. Featuring the voices of: Marissa Meizel (Meaney) Ben Paddon (Llewellyn) Roger Craig Smith (Jolly Man) Editing and Sound Design: Ben Paddon. JumpShip engine sound: Shaun Lile. Music: Becca McGlynn. Theme musi…
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Season finale. Meaney and Llewellyn agree to help a dimension-jumping mercenary break into the most secure bank in the universe. What could go wrong? Everything. Enjoy the show? Support us on Patreon! Written by Ben Paddon. Featuring the voices of: Ben Paddon (Llewellyn) Marissa Meizel (Meaney) Amber Aviles (Sherriff, Lloyd) Chris Dorman (Security …
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When they encounter a group of adventurers with the ability to travel between parallel universes, Meaney spies an opportunity to return home. Enjoy the show? Support us on Patreon! Adapted by Ben Paddon from a script written by Andrew Taylor. Featuring the voices of: Marissa Meizel (Meaney) Ben Paddon (Llewellyn) Amber Aviles (Sabrina) Chris Dorman…
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An extended search for the impossible offers Meaney and Llewellyn plenty of time in which to learn more about each other. Content warning: Some toilet humour. Enjoy the show? Support us on Patreon! Written by Ben Paddon. Featuring the voices of: Marissa Meizel (Meaney) Ben Paddon (Llewellyn) Austin Lee Matthews (Lobsteroid) Theme music: Professor S…
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Meaney and Llewellyn arrive in a world populated entirely by robots who mistake the pair for angels sent by their god. Content warning: Contains strong violence. Enjoy the show? Support us on Patreon! Written by Ben Paddon. Featuring the voices of: Marissa Meizel (Meaney, Quire) Ben Paddon (Llewellyn, Control) Amber Aviles (Kaged) Chris Dorman (Can…
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A power struggle is happening aboard the cargo ship Calming Storm, and Meaney and Llewellyn are caught right in the middle of it. Content warning: Contains some sexual language. Enjoy the show? Support us on Patreon! Written by Ben Paddon. Featuring the voices of: Marissa Meizel (Meaney, Allen) Ben Paddon (Llewellyn) Amber Aviles (Lloyd) Chris Dorm…
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Meaney and Llewellyn’s first field training exercise is supposed to be a routine trip to a parallel universe. Unfortunately for them, things don’t quite go by the book. Enjoy the show? Support us on Patreon! Written by Ben Paddon. Featuring the voices of: Marissa Meizel (Meaney) Ben Paddon (Llewellyn) Amber Aviles (Cadet #2, Stabs McKnifey) Chris D…
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Wide-eyed Meaney and perpetual cynic Llewellyn are Cadets in the Lead Service, an organization that has appointed itself police of the whole of the Multiverse. And, as luck would have it, they’re the first Cadets in decades to go on actual field-training exercises in actual, proper parallel Universes. Guided by their chaperone, the eccentric but ca…
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Accies famous win over Rangers | Praise for youth stars | Where does it leave Steven Gerrard?
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32:58Hamilton Accies media chief Marcus Nash lifts the lid on Accies' celebrations after a famous win over Rangers and reveals his acting masterclass from Peter Mullan For information regarding your data privacy, visit acast.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesBy Reach Podcasts
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Glencairn chief Peter Ferguson talks financial woes to the Lanarkshire Football Show | The Lowland League, a sixth tier and the future of ju
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26:49Rutherglen Glencairn committee member Peter Ferguson talks about the future of the juniors on the Lanarkshire Football Show For information regarding your data privacy, visit acast.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesBy Reach Podcasts
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Was Hunt lucky not to see red for Accies in Lan Derby?| Buddies visit is must win for Steelmen | Reporters divided on Airdrie's title hopes
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27:30The Lanarkshire Football Show reflects on all the weekends big action including the weekends derby For information regarding your data privacy, visit acast.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesBy Reach Podcasts
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Brian Kerr on the Lanarkshire Football Show: Motherwell youth coach Brian Kerr looks at the next generation of Steelmen Red cards and last
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27:15Motherwell favourite Brian Kerr looks back on his derby day memories ahead of the derby day against Hamilton Accies For information regarding your data privacy, visit acast.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesBy Reach Podcasts
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Simon Mensing on the Lanarkshire Football Show: Simon Mensing looks back on his hasty Motherwell exit | Taking stick from fans and scoring f
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26:21Simon Mensing joins The Lanarkshire Football Show to talk about his time at Hamilton Accies and Motherwell. For information regarding your data privacy, visit acast.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesBy Reach Podcasts
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Chris Humphrey on the Lanarkshire Football Show: Playing the best football of his career under Stuart McCall | Lanarkshire derby day memorie
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22:44Motherwell legend Chris Humphrey joins The Lanarkshire Football Show to talks about his Lanarkshire derby memories and more For information regarding your data privacy, visit acast.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesBy Reach Podcasts
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The Lanarkshire Football Show: Nutmegging ex Rangers man Joey Barton | Injury hell caused by his 'chocolate knees' | Motherwell mates wanted
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24:32Ex Accies ace Ali Crawford joins The Lanarkshire Football Show to reflect on 11 years at the club and look ahead to Saturday's derby For information regarding your data privacy, visit acast.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesBy Reach Podcasts
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Joys and pitfalls of part-time management | Rangers, Dundee United and Cup Final pride | What it's like being sacked
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49:37Former Dumbarton and Stranraer boss Stevie Aitken joins Colin Paterson and Fraser Clarke on the Lower League Football Show For information regarding your data privacy, visit acast.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesBy Reach Podcasts
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Spotlight on the men between the sticks | Special guest Queen of the South GK coach Ross Ballantyne | Robbie McCrorie, future Scotland numbe
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48:33Today Colin Paterson (@Colin_Paterson_) is joined by Fraser Clarke (@Fraser_Clarke) and Queen of the South goalkeeper coach Ross Ballantyne (@rossb1981) as they talk about the men between the sticks. For information regarding your data privacy, visit acast.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices…
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BSC Glasgow boss Stephen Swift on being the only non-league side left in the Scottish Cup | Clyde v Celtic - Du Wei, Roy Keane and another u
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26:59BSC Glasgow boss Stephen Swift joins the Lower League Football Show to talk about their miracle Scottish Cup run For information regarding your data privacy, visit acast.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesBy Reach Podcasts
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Rangers and the magic of the Scottish Cup for Stranraer boss Stevie Farrell | Will Airdrie shock Daniel Stendel's struggling Hearts? | The n
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45:22The Lower League Football Show team catch up with Blues boss Stevie Farrell and look ahead to all the weekend Scottish Cup action For information regarding your data privacy, visit acast.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesBy Reach Podcasts
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Ray McKinnon in as Queen's Park boss - is it the right call? | Raith, Falkirk and Airdrie battle it out for the League One title | Plaudits
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40:42The Lower League Football Show returns for the new year to look at managerial changes at Queen's Park and the League One title race. For information regarding your data privacy, visit acast.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesBy Reach Podcasts
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Unstoppable Dundee United | Exciting League One title race | James McDonaugh is Citizens star
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56:17Colin Paterson is joined by Paul Thomson and Fraser Clarke to look at all the latest from Scottish football's lower leagues For information regarding your data privacy, visit acast.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesBy Reach Podcasts
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Caledonian Braves boss Ricky Waddell on SFA talks and opening up the SPFL | James McPake and Dundee's Championship slump | Is League One the
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54:09Caledonian Braves boss Ricky Waddell joins the Lower League Football Show to talk Partick Thistle, Dundee's struggles and SFA meetings to open up the SPFL. For information regarding your data privacy, visit acast.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesBy Reach Podcasts
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Ex-player Jim Paterson says Lawrence Shankland is best Dundee United striker since Billy Dodds | Stenhousemuir and their League Two struggle
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51:39East Kilbride boss Jim Paterson talks Dundee United's rise, Stenhousemuir's downturn and the Lowland League for the Lower League Football Show For information regarding your data privacy, visit acast.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesBy Reach Podcasts
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New Falkirk boss David McCracken on trying to clear the clouds over the club | A look at the Championship relegation scrap as Partick Thistl
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44:41New Falkirk co-boss David McCracken joins the Lower League Football Show to talk about resurrecting the Bairns in League One For information regarding your data privacy, visit acast.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesBy Reach Podcasts
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Bumper Scottish Cup special with every tie previewed | Lee Miller and David McCracken in at Falkirk as the axe falls on Ray McKinnon | Airdr
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56:03The Lower League Football Show preview every Scottish Cup tie as well as a focus on Falkirk. For information regarding your data privacy, visit acast.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesBy Reach Podcasts
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Ayr boss Mark Kerr on moving into the dugout at Somerset Park | Stuart Malcolm leaves East Kilbride for Forfar - is it a good move? | Paul H
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49:47Ayr United boss Mark Kerr joins the Lower League Football Show to talk about his move into the dugout, Partick Thistle's Ian McCall and Championship hopes For information regarding your data privacy, visit acast.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesBy Reach Podcasts
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Big-match Dundee derby preview | Partick Thistle in crisis | Who is next boss at Forfar?
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44:13Colin Paterson is joined by Paul Thomson and Fraser Clarke for the latest Back Page Lower League podcast For information regarding your data privacy, visit acast.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesBy Reach Podcasts
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Dumbarton midfielder Joe McKee is loving his football again after Falkirk injury hell | Inverness Caley Thistle tipped to be Championship da
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52:05Dumbarton midfielder Joe McKee joins the Lower League Football Show to talk Falkirk, astroturf pitches in Scotland and life in League One. For information regarding your data privacy, visit acast.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesBy Reach Podcasts
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Spotlight on Ayr's new manager Mark Kerr | Fort William pull off shock the round in the Scottish Cup | Have Falkirk turned a corner in Leagu
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45:45The Lower League Football Show focus on new Ayr boss Mark Kerr, Scottish Cup shocks and the battle for top spot in League One For information regarding your data privacy, visit acast.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesBy Reach Podcasts
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Stenhousemuir chief executive talks early season sackings and League Two pressure | Scottish Cup first round preview - where are the cup sho
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56:16Stenhousemuir Chief Executive Jamie Swinney joins the Lower League Football to talk about the Warriors and the Scottish Cup For information regarding your data privacy, visit acast.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesBy Reach Podcasts
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Berwick Rangers, the Lowland League and the fall of the only English team in the Scottish leagues | The Lawrence Shankland debate - should h
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50:20Berwick Rangers Supporters Trust chairman Allan joins the Lower League Football Show to talk about the fall of the club from the SPFL and their plan for the Lowland League. For information regarding your data privacy, visit acast.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices…
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Is Lawrence Shankland the right fit for Scotland? | Dumbarton coach Jamie Ewings talks about life at The Rock | Ian McCall's perfect Partick
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46:02Dumbarton coach Jamie Ewings joins the Lower League Football Show to talk about the Sons, Lawrence Shankland, and Ian McCall at Partick Thistle For information regarding your data privacy, visit acast.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesBy Reach Podcasts
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