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New managers at Peterborough and Bradford but different feelings about their first games. Posh run riot at Leicester but Darragh is defending boss Russell Martin, also he responds to Dale Vince’s comments about an illegal approach for Robbie Savage! Peterborough United owner Darragh MacAnthony and Bradford City fan Philip Ideson give us the 'Hard Truths' and take a weekly look inside the football industry. On this episode: - Posh have a winning start to Robbie's reign! - Darragh defends Russell Martin! - Darragh's response to Dale Vince's illegal approach claims! - Are Bradford boring under Michael Duff? - Are Preston a bigger pull than Bradford? - and much more!

Have you ever wondered how football clubs appoint a new manager?! Darragh reveals why he decided to change the Posh boss and how Robbie Savage wow'd them with his 'electric' interview! Peterborough United owner Darragh MacAnthony and Bradford City fan Philip Ideson give us the 'Hard Truths' and take a weekly look inside the football industry. On this episode: - Why Posh sacked Luke Williams - Who Posh interviewed for their new manager! - Why Robbie Savage was the best man for the job! - Can Bradford continue their momentum under Michael Duff? - and much more!

There's so much to catch up on that Phil has had to record live from the airport... but Darragh chats through the transfer window and gives his thoughts on whether Bradford could lose Graham Alexander to Preston! Peterborough United owner Darragh MacAnthony and Bradford City fan Philip Ideson give us the 'Hard Truths' and take a weekly look inside the football industry. This episode was recorded BEFORE Posh beat Watford 5-1 in the Carabao Cup on Tuesday, that will be talked about on the next episode. On this episode: - Recapping Posh's transfer window! - Which League One striker did Posh miss out on? - Could Bradford lose Graham Alexander?! - Reaction to Luke Williams recent interviews! - and much more!

On the back of a Posh / Bradford win double... is the belief starting to return for Peterborough fans and is this the year Bradford make their return to the Championship?! Peterborough United owner Darragh MacAnthony and Bradford City fan Philip Ideson give us the 'Hard Truths' and take a weekly look inside the football industry. This episode was recorded BEFORE Posh beat Watford 5-1 in the Carabao Cup on Tuesday, that will be talked about on the next episode. On this episode: - Posh beat Mansfield! - Bradford go top of the league! - Why Darragh DIDN'T insult Bradford! - Who will finish in the Premier League top 4? - and much more!

It's been eventful week in the world of Darragh MacAnthony... it started by making 3 new signings at Posh, there was a disappointing defeat in The Hard Truth Derby against Bradford and it ended answering back to Cambridge fans on social media. Peterborough United owner Darragh MacAnthony and Bradford City fan Philip Ideson give us the 'Hard Truths' and take a weekly look inside the football industry. On this episode: - The misconception about Posh's transfer window! - Answering back to the critics - What Darragh made of Bradford at the weekend! - An EFL opening weekend round up - and much more!

Darragh and Phil are back for a new season of The Hard Truth and we're kicking off with a Hard Truth derby! But before that we need to catch up on a busy summer at Posh, despite what certain social media accounts my tell you! Peterborough United owner Darragh MacAnthony and Bradford City fan Philip Ideson give us the 'Hard Truths' and take a weekly look inside the football industry. On this episode: - The PFA take legal action against the EFL - Posh's summer transfers explained! - What can we expect from Bradford? - Has data made signing players harder?! - and much more!

It's the end of the season and it wasn't to be for Bradford in the playoffs, Phil reflects on what could have been whereas Darragh has had his end of season meetings and is ready to go for 2026/27! Peterborough United owner Darragh MacAnthony and Bradford City fan Philip Ideson give us the 'Hard Truths' and take a weekly look inside the football industry. On this episode: - What's been happening with Posh since the end of the season? - Bradford are knocked out of the playoffs! - Darragh's thoughts on 'Spygate' - The new EFL wage structure explained - and much more!

As he head into the final game of the season, Posh and Bradford's emotions couldn't be more different... Posh are happy for the season to be over whereas Bradford want it to continue. Peterborough United owner Darragh MacAnthony and Bradford City fan Philip Ideson give us the 'Hard Truths' and take a weekly look inside the football industry. On this episode: - Darragh's honest appraisal on Posh's season - Darragh's thoughts on Posh's underperforming players - Can Bradford win the playoffs? - What Rochdale did wrong against York - and much more!

After a month away, Darragh and Phil have a lot to catch up on as we head into the final weeks of the season... can Bradford get over the line in the playoffs? How are Posh already planning for next season? - also, we take a look into the 'ludicrous' EFL club finances! Peterborough United owner Darragh MacAnthony and Bradford City fan Philip Ideson give us the 'Hard Truths' and take a weekly look inside the football industry. On this episode: - Posh want a winning end to the season! - Can Bradford go through the playoffs? - The ludicrous EFL club finances! - Will Darragh be proved right with his Premier League prediction?! - and much more!

It's been a while... but Darragh and Phil are back with a new episode that covers the last month for Posh & Bradford, plus Darragh breaks down player contracts, especially young players who come through the academy. Peterborough United owner Darragh MacAnthony and Bradford City fan Philip Ideson give us the 'Hard Truths' and take a weekly look inside the football industry. On this episode: - Five star Posh beat Rotherham - Has Darragh given up hope on a Posh promotion - Why can't Bradford play well away from home? - How to protect your younger players from Premier League eyes! - and much more!

Bradford were the winners of The Hard Truth Derby but there's no gloating on this podcast... Darragh & Phil discuss contrasting results in the last week for Posh & City - they also ask the questions... why can't professional footballers beat the first man at corners?! Peterborough United owner Darragh MacAnthony and Bradford City fan Philip Ideson give us the 'Hard Truths' and take a weekly look inside the football industry. On this episode: - Bradford beat Posh - The state of EFL Pitches - Will Darragh's Man City title predictions come true - Why can't corners beat the first man? - Weak minded modern players - and much more!

Twas the night before The Hard Truth Derby... and despite contrasting form BOTH Darragh and Phil are making their excuses before the big game. Elsewhere, Darragh has some advice for Arne Slot and shares his thoughts on the EFL proposals to increase the amount of Play-Off spots. Peterborough United owner Darragh MacAnthony and Bradford City fan Philip Ideson give us the 'Hard Truths' and take a weekly look inside the football industry. On this episode: - Posh hit Wigan for 6 - Would Phil be happy if Bradford finished 6th? - Spurs sack Thomas Frank - Darragh's advice to Arne Slot - Would the Championship having 6 play-off spots be good? - and much more!

The January transfer window is done and it's "hi ho silver" towards the end of the season but will a quiet window be beneficial for Posh and their youngsters... although Bradford are hoping a busy January will mean success in May! Peterborough United owner Darragh MacAnthony and Bradford City fan Philip Ideson give us the 'Hard Truths' and take a weekly look inside the football industry. On this episode: - Why Posh had a quiet transfer window! - Bradford ditch some of the promotion team! - Has football ditched strikers? - Did Derby County make the signing of the window? - and much more!

A podcast after 2 defeats but Phil is feeling more positive than Darragh after Bradford's brave show against Cardiff. Posh's rise up the table is halted but Darragh is eager to see the response... but he's far less eager to see Oliver Glasner get his way in his saga at Crystal Palace! Peterborough United owner Darragh MacAnthony and Bradford City fan Philip Ideson give us the 'Hard Truths' and take a weekly look inside the football industry. On this episode: - Posh are bullied by Plymouth - Bradford take pride in defeat - Why you shouldn't write off a loan player - Thoughts on Oliver Glasner at Crystal Palace - and much more!

The busy Christmas period is done and dusted with some good results for Posh and Bradford... and lots to be encouraged about - but will 2026 be a big year or are we waiting until 2027?! Peterborough United owner Darragh MacAnthony and Bradford City fan Philip Ideson give us the 'Hard Truths' and take a weekly look inside the football industry. On this episode: - Darragh looks back at a busy Christmas - What can Posh do next season?! - Bradford begin the chase of Lincoln! - Darragh's thoughts on Chelsea & Man United sacking managers - and much more!