The Official Congleton Town FC Podcast

In the first podcast of 2026, Richard Duffy joins to chat about the season so far, his hopes for the rest of the season and whether the two week break has been a period of frustration or it's allowed a reset. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Hear from Congleton Town manager Richard Duffy and captain Darren Chadwick after the Bears beat Sporting Khalsa, plus a look back on the calendar year. Shifnal Town fan Ric Porteous also looks ahead to Congleton's Boxing Day game at The Acoustafoam Stadium. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Richard Scott from Moorlands Radio reflects on the stoppage-time defeat to Lower Breck as the league season reaches the halfway point. Plus, hear the reaction of both Richard Duffy and Ebou Badjie. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Richard Duffy gives his reaction to the 1-1 draw against Trafford and looks ahead to the trip at Runcorn Linnets. Also hear the latest fan away day from the visit to Trafford. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jack Bates talks about his career so far including moving from Sunday league junior football to the academies of Port Vale, Burnley and Wigan Athletic. He shares how he hasn't always been a defender and how his career hasn't been without its injury challenges. Plus, hear Richard Duffy's reaction to the 2-2 draw against Chasetown. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Hear Richard Duffy's reaction after the defeat away at Clitheroe, plus the fan perspective from the same away day. Moorlands Radio's Richard Scott also joins to explain why Congleton Town's game against Newcastle Town is kicking off at 3:03pm in support of the National League's "3Up" campaign. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Dave Parton reflects on his 200 games for the Bears after recently reaching the milestone. He shares his most memorable moments, how the club has grown and his thoughts on the season so far. Assistant manager Louis Dodds reacts to the victory at Bootle and there's also the latest fan away day. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This week we're going into the record books with supporter Kevin Lawton as he's been collating the club records all the way back to the start of the club in 1901. Also hear assistant manager's Louis Dodds' reaction to the 3-3 draw at Lower Breck and there's the fan away day to Atherton Collieries. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This week we're going onto the terraces to speak to Ian Copeland - a Bears supporter who is also involved with the juniors - and also hear from groundhopper Kai Blacow about the Non League Review's recent visit to the Cleric Stadium. There's also reaction from Richard Duffy after the 3-3 draw against Vauxhall Motors. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Listen to Richard Duffy's reaction to the defeat at Stalybridge Celtic and also hear the fan perspective from the same game as Max Wrench makes the journey to Bower Fold. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Congleton Town striker Max McCarthy talks about his recovery from the ankle injury he suffered in the play-off final and what these last few months have been like for him as he's made his goalscoring return to the team. Plus, hear Richard Duffy's reaction to the victory against Darlaston and an update from the Congleton Town Ladies. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Ethan Hartshorn has been pretty much ever present in the Congleton Town midfield since joining the Bears in October 2021 and he recently played his 200th game for his hometown club. He reflects on reaching the milestone. Also, hear Richard Duffy's reaction to the 2-1 win against Witton Albion. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Congleton Town player-manager Richard Duffy gives his reaction after the FA Cup defeat to National League North side Chorley, while Max Wrench provides the fan perspective. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

There's reaction to Congleton Town's wins in the FA Trophy and Cheshire Senior Cup, plus Moorlands Radio's Richard Scott gives us the lowdown on what to expect from the FA Cup tie against Chorley as someone who knows both teams. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Congleton Town forward Brian Barton (sponsored by OMA UK) has returned to the men's first-team after a year away due to injury. He talks about his comeback and also takes on our teammates quiz. Also hear from Congleton Town Reserves manager Martin Cornes on their start to the season in Cheshire Football League Division 1. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Matty Liptrott talks about his career so far; from playing for a local team to spending time in Blackpool's Academy to then moving into non-league football. He also reflects on a promotion-winning year for Wythenshawe Town and why he decoded to join Congleton Town. Also hear Richard Duffy's reaction to the bank holiday defeat at Kidsgrove Athletic, where the latest fan away day Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Congleton Town player-manager Richard Duffy reacts to both the league defeat at Stafford Rangers and the FA Cup win against Padiham. Also hear the latest fan away day from the trip to Stafford and how Matt Cook from NonLeague HQ found his first visit to the Cleric Stadium. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Congleton Town chairman Charles Porter provides an update on the work that's been happening on and off the pitch over the summer. Player-manager Richard Duffy reflects on the 2-2 draw against Mossley, plus gives an overview of the new signings. The fan away day is back for the opening game against Sporting Khalsa. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Congleton Town player-manager Richard Duffy previews the 2025/26 season as the Bears prepare for the start of the Northern Premier League Division One West, while Head of Media Adam Gosling shares an update on what's been happening off the pitch over the summer. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Hear from some of the Congleton Town 2024/25 end of season award winners including double award wins for men's first team players Ethan Hartshorn and Pete Williams. Also hear from the reserves players' player of the year Luke Caldwell and the team's young player of the year Seb Quinn. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

How do Richard Duffy, chairman Charles Porter, supporters and volunteers reflect on Congleton Town's first season back in the Northern Premier League? Hear their thoughts as well as reaction to the play-off final, a message from Max McCarthy and get to know goalkeeper Travis Ziglam. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Relive a memorable night for Congleton Town as they reached the Northern Premier League Division One West play-off final after a dramatic penalty shootout win over Chasetown in the semi-final. Supporter Max Wrench shares his day with us, plus hear how Moorlands Radio called all the drama and there's reaction from Richard Duffy and club chairman Charles Porter. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Richard Duffy gives his reaction after Congleton Town confirmed their place in the play-offs and guaranteed a home semi-final. Matt Gillam and George Sankey are the latest players to reflect on the season so far and also reveal more about their teammates. Plus, there's the final fan away day of the league season. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Pete Williams reflects on his 200 games for the Bears after he reached the milestone in the defeat at Stafford Rangers. There’s Richard Duffy’s reaction to that game, plus the latest fan away day. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Darren Chadwick and Kieran Garner-Knapper are the latest players to chat about the season so far and also their teammates. There's Richard Duffy's reaction to the 1-0 win against Hanley Town where the latest fan away day also comes from. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Dan Needham is the latest player to reveal more about the Congleton Town squad in our teammates quiz. There's reaction from Richard Duffy after the 1-0 win against Wythenshawe Town and Moorlands Radio's Richard Scott also discusses the season so far. Plus, Congleton Town Ladies coach Martyn Cooke and captain Holly Clark share their thoughts ahead of their final game of the season. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Ethan Hartshorn and Max McCarthy reflect on the season so far and look ahead to the final six games of the season, as well as revealing more about their teammates. Also, hear Richard Duffy's reaction after the 2-1 win against Newcastle Town where the latest fan away day also comes from. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Goalkeeper Dave Parton discusses his recovery from injury and his return to the pitch. Plus, he gives an insight into the Congleton Town squad as the first player to take on our teammates quickfire round. Also hear Richard Duffy’s reaction to the 2-1 victory against Mossley and from Newcastle Town chairman Gav Appleby ahead of the away game on Non-League Day. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Defender Shaun Brisley reflects on his career so far including his time as a professional and how he’s settling in since joining Congleton Town. Also hear Richard Duffy’s reaction to the 1-0 win against Wythenshawe FC. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Chairman Charles Porter provides an update as the club approaches the business end of the season including the planning for possible promotion and what it would mean for the club. Also, hear Richard Duffy's reaction to the 1-0 defeat at Hednesford Town and the latest fan away day. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Will Arnold talks about how his career has taken him from Australia to Congleton via Spain and Northern Ireland. Also hear Richard Duffy’s reaction to the 2-1 defeat against Atherton Collieries and a preview to the Hednesford Town game with their operations manager Jack Bevan. Plus, Congleton Town Ladies player Holly Worswick shares how she’s hoping to become Miss Cheshire to raise awareness. You can vote for Holly here: https://missengland.choicely.com/?wt=Q0s2c1h6YkY (Full details can be found on the Miss England website) Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Listen to player-manager Richard Duffy's reaction after the 2-0 defeat to Witton Albion and a preview to the game against Atherton Collieries. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Congleton Town player-manager Richard Duffy gives his reaction to the 3-2 defeat at Avro which is also where the latest fan away day comes from. Also hear Richard Duffy discuss passing 200 games as a manager and the upcoming game against Witton Albion. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Listen for post-match reaction from Congleton Town’s comeback wins against Bootle and Clitheroe - including the latest fan away day from the trip to Clitheroe. Bears defender Marco Fregapane reflects on his 100 games for the first team, and there’s also updates from both the Reserves and women’s teams. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Assistant manager Louis Dodds looks back on his playing career and how he's finding the transition from player to coach. Also hear Richard Duffy's post-match reaction and the latest fan away day from Widnes. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jimmy Quinn made his mark in the Football League and on the international stage. The former Congleton Town player looks back on a career that saw him score over 200 goals in the Football League and earn 46 caps for Northern Ireland. Also hear Richard Duffy’s post-match reaction after the 1-1 draw against Nantwich Town and a preview to the top of the table clash against Widnes. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Post-match reaction from Congleton Town player-manager Richard Duffy after the Bears beat Chasetown 1-0, plus a look ahead to the trip to Clitheroe with their media volunteer and non-league content creator Robbie Holmes. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Congleton Town player-manager Richard Duffy speaks to Moorlands Radio’s Richard Scott after the Bears beat local rivals Kidsgrove Athletic on New Year’s Day where this week’s fan away day also comes from. Plus, non-league football writer Andrew Simpson shares why he picked Richard Duffy as his Non-League Paper Manager of the Year for 2024. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Congleton Town player-manager Richard Duffy reflects on the Boxing Day win against City of Liverpool. There's also the final fan away day of 2024 from the visit to Trafford and a look ahead to the New Year's Day derby with Kidsgrove Athletic volunteer Ian Cooper. Plus, put your knowledge to the test with a Congleton Town quiz. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Congleton Town player-manager Richard Duffy reflects on the season so far as the league campaign reaches the halfway stage. The latest fan away day comes from the 2-0 win at Stalybridge Celtic, plus there’s a preview to the visit to Trafford. Also hear from Toby Maccabe and Seb Quinn on representing Cheshire Under 18s. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Hear Richard Duffy’s reaction after Congleton Town’s 4-2 win against Clitheroe, plus a preview to the Stalybridge Celtic game. There’s also a focus on the Congleton Town Ladies as Steve Wright looks back on his time as manager, while we hear from Mark Curry and Martyn Cooke who have taken over alongside Zakh Poots. And Wood Fire Smoke owner Sam Burrows shares details of a pizza deal for Congleton Town supporters. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Matt Gillam reflects on his career so far including his time as a professional at Rochdale in League One. He remembers back to his junior days before sharing his Rochdale memories, including his memorable debuts, a special memento from Darren Fletcher and a trip to Wembley, as well as looking back on his spells in non-league prior to joining Congleton Town. Also hear from Richard Duffy after the 1-0 win against Hanley Town. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Anthony Griffith reflects on his time at Congleton Town after it was announced he's leaving the Bears to embark on an exciting new chapter as a match official. Also hear from Richard Duffy, chairman Charles Porter and Senior Football Director Chris Rowley on the impact Griffith has had on the club and the wider community. There's also the latest fan away day from a wet and windy Wythenshawe Town. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Hear Richard Duffy's reaction to the goalless draw against Newcastle Town, plus the reflections of two groundhoppers after they visited the Cleric Stadium. The players, coaches and club officials share their favourite pizza topping after Wood Fire Smoke had a special delivery for the club. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Hear Richard Duffy's post-match reaction after the 2-2 draw at Mossley and the Cheshire Senior Cup exit against Crewe Alexandra. There's also the latest fan away day which includes a different mode of transport than usual. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Hear from player-manager Richard Duffy after the 1-0 win against Hednesford Town, plus George Sankey who scored an injury-time winner against Atherton Collieries where this week's latest fan away day comes from. Supporter Simon Mellor shares his Bears memories and his time in the army as football unites to pay their respects. There's also a preview to the trip to Mossley. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

First team coach Louis Dodds and captain Darren Chadwick share their reaction to the 3-1 win over Stalybridge Celtic, while the latest fan away day comes from the visit to Halesowen Town in the FA Trophy first round proper. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Striker Lewis Porter chats about his sporting career so far; not only scoring goals on the football pitch but also his success on the cricket pitch too. Assistant manager Anthony Griffith shares his reaction to the win against Avro, while the latest fan away day comes from the visit to Witton Albion. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Player-manager Richard Duffy reacts to the Cheshire Senior Cup first round win, while non-league journalist Andrew Simpson previews Congleton's visit to Witton Albion and reflects on the Northern Premier League Division One West season so far. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Assistant manager Anthony Griffith talks about his path into refereeing to mark International Referees’ Day and where he hope it takes him. Plus, hear from manager Richard Duffy and midfielder Ethan Hartshorn after the Bootle and Hyde United wins, respectively. The latest fan away day comes from the trip to Bootle. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.