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Birmingham City look sharper, tougher, and far more dangerous than they did last season — but are they wasting the chance to turn good performances into a genuine promotion push? Taz, Tom & Jon break down the Blues’ new identity, the missed chances that are keeping games close, and why this team suddenly feels built to cause problems for anyone in the Championship. The lads dig into the biggest talking points from a run of demanding fixtures, including the frustrating defeat at Norwich, the hard-earned win at Derby, and what those results say about Chris Davis’ side under pressure. They also debate the way Chris Davis has evolved the team into a more direct, physical, aggressive outfit that is starting to earn respect. You’ll discover why Bright Osayi-Samuel has become one of the standout stories of the season, how James Beadle is growing into the No. 1 role, and why the defence — from Phil Neumann to Alex Cochrane — is beginning to look like a proper unit. The lads also gets into the form of the wide players and what Birmingham still need up front if they’re going to convert pressure into points. We also tackle the heat around Jay Stansfield, Kyogo Furuhashi comparisons for Vazquez, the question of whether Blues need an attacking coach, and whether Chris Davis is actually one of the most unsackable managers the club has ever had. #KRO #BCFC

The Blue Machine are back... Blues have shown they can go toe-to-toe with promotion contenders — but is this the start of a special season, or just a brilliant run in a brutal Championship opening? Taz, Tom & Jon break down: The Wolves drawTom Wagner’s emotional returnStansfield’s thunderboltLiam Millar’s impressive debutChris Davies’ rebootSquad depthWhether Blues have what it takes to push for the top eight. Plus: predictions for Norwich and Derby, tactical debate, transfer frustrations, conspiracy theories, toasters, balaclavas, and the usual unfiltered fan chat. #KRO #BCFC #FEA

The Blue Machine are back: minus Rob but with the addition of Barrington aka Jon. In keeping with the AI theme, this is what it said this weeks episode is about (if you ask us it's way too formal for us gimps: Birmingham City are building something real - and this episode makes the case for why the optimism is justified. From a smarter away-day approach to a reshaped midfield, a growing confidence in Chris Davies, and the kind of squad depth Blues fans have been crying out for, this is the clearest sign yet that the season could look very different.The panel breaks down what changed at Sheffield United and why the performance mattered even in a 0-0 draw, plus what the Swansea win revealed about the new identity taking shape. There’s also a sharp debate about the summer recruitment, including the impact of John Solis, Max Bird, Tomoki Iwata, Dale Fry, Ethan Laird, Christoph Klarer, Bright Osayi-Samuel, and George Hall - and whether the club still needs that one creator in the number 10 role.You’ll discover: Why the Beadle loan makes sense to some and frustrates othersHow Solis, Bird, and Iwata could transform the midfield balanceWhy Blues now look stronger, deeper, and more adaptable than they did last seasonWhat’s still missing in attack, and why left wing and number 10 remain the key questionsWhy some fans are already overreacting to two games and why others think the calmer start is exactly what Blues neededThey also tackle the bigger stuff: the club shop, the new kit, ticketing, the creeping corporate feel around the matchday experience, and whether Birmingham are in danger of losing some of the soul that made the fanbase tick in the first place. It’s funny, argumentative, and full of proper fan insight - the kind of episode that captures exactly where Blues are right now.Essential listening if you want the honest, unfiltered version of Birmingham’s start to the season - and a proper read on where this squad could go next.

We are back for the last dance of the 2025/26 season as we wrap up what was an entertaining campaign both on and off the field for The Blue Machine. We bring to you the coveted 'End of Season Alternative Awards', with some cracking nominations - and we say farewell to Barrington Decor with some more nonce-nse questions for one last time before his sponsorship ends. Listen. Watch. Enjoy. Blues. #KRO #BCFC #FEA

The Blue Machine pod is BACK after an extended period out due to holidays, work trips and the general business of life. We'll let you listen and enjoy our ramblings as we go between the final run of results, to reshaping the squad and most important - should he stay or should he go? Thanks as always to Barrington Decor for their continued sponsorship of the pod, and if you are interested in getting involved for next season drop us a comment / DM and we will be in touch. #KRO #BCFC #FEA

The Blue Machine are back with an international break pod - because we don't just pod when we're winning / losing / having a meltdown. We look forward to a Bank Holiday double header as we chat: Blackburn & Ipswich PreviewsSalty Ex-Player InterviewsDo We Back The CD Proj?Listener Questions (+ Barrington the Filth Bag)We hope you enjoy this weeks pod, and look forward to The Blue Machine being back on Friday. The next pod will be with you post Ipswich, so stay tuned. Thanks as always to Barrington Decor for their continued support of the pod. #KRO #BCFC #FEA

In a quick turnaround, The Blue Machine are back and we have a jam packed episode full of: Derby Defeat & Football TerrorismWhat Happens Next?Rest of the Season ObjectivesExtended Listener QuestionsThis one was great fun to record, with plenty of heated debate and we hope that you enjoy listening. Make sure to subscribe to our Spotify and drop your comments in the chat to give us your thoughts. Thanks as always to our pod sponsor Barrington Decor for their continued support of our work! #KRO #BCFC #FEA

We are back for this weeks Blue Machine pod, after a small break due to conflicting schedules. There's lots to catch up on in this episode, with a proper mixed bag of results - and we talk: Will CD ever be flexible with his system?Risky recruitmentFun days out in DerbyChris Davies: The Artist?We hope you enjoy this weeks pod, and thank you as always to our pod sponsor Barrington Decor for their continued support! #KRO #BCFC #FEA

The Blue Machine pod is back and this week we bring you a whole array of optimism, realism and pessimism - in no particular order. On the back of a disappointing defeat away at Millwall, we discuss Monday nights big game at home to Middlesbrough as well as next weekends trip to Charlton. In the midst of all the cutting edge Blues chat is the usual mix of nonsense, and we hope that you enjoy this weeks pod as much as we enjoyed recording it. UP THE BLUE MACHINE Thank you to our podcast sponsor Barrington Decor for their continued support of our content! #KRO #BCFC #FEA

The Blue Machine is back to a full compliment of optimism, realism and pessimism as Rob returns from his trip to Sri-Lanky. We thrash out plenty in this weeks 90 minute effort including: Canaries ConqueredDoes Priske Keep Stanno Out Of The Team?The Blue Machine Results ServiceWill Barrington Ever Ask A Sensible Question?Vicente The GOATWe hope you enjoy this weeks episode, and thanks as always to Barrington Decor for their continued sponsorship of the pod. #KRO #BCFC #FEa

We are back for the latest edition of The Blue Machine podcast, and this week we are without our resident pessimist who is away with work in Sri Lanka. However we have more than suitable cover in the form of Barrington Decor (he does have a real name too), who helps bring a more positive spin than our usual pessimistic Rob. We talk points dropped against the Baggies, a proud display against Leeds, and what to look forward to when visiting Norwich - all this plus plenty of crazy questions as usual to keep you entertained. #KRO #BCFC #FEA

We are back and this week it's on the back of another home win, this time coming in the rare form of a victory over Leicester. We discuss this in depth, as well as: Osman ImpactIs Ducksch our Best Footballer?Jhon Solis: The Real DealChinese Takeaway ControversyThe Female Genitalia TrickWe hope you enjoy listening to this weeks episode, and thanks as always to Barrington Decor for their continued sponsorship of the pod. #KRO #BCFC #FEA

Join the Blue Machine Pod this week for a fun, football‑filled catch‑up where we swap personal stories from the week, and dive into Blues latest win on the road. As always, you can expect a lively blend of humour, mild tactical insight, and honest reflections as we pick apart the last weeks goings on. We unpack the playoff race, potential transfers, and discuss potential options for the Prediction League forfeit. With plenty of listener questions and all the other usual nonsense that we cover - we hope you enjoy this weeks episode. Thanks as always to Barrington Decor for their continued sponsorship of the pod. #KRO #BCFC #FEA

The Blue Machine are back with this weeks episode, and it's another enraging 2 hour debate full of: Make or Break Time?More Incomings Pending?Oxford: A Comprehensive Visitors GuidePre-Planned SubstitutionsShower AblutionsHuge thanks to Barrington Decor for renewing their sponsorship of the pod, to ensure that The Blue Machine keeps coming in your ears! Listen. Watch. Enjoy. Blues. #KRO #BCFC #FEA

The Blue Machine are back and it's an in depth episode covering every last detail of the past weeks action, transfer rumours and plenty of other nonsense including: The Octopus ArrivesA Point Earned at The Swans6 Point Week Ahead?Bumper Listener QuestionsOur Wonderful Sponsor ReturnsWe hope that you enjoy this weeks pod, timed perfectly for the drive up to Sheffield Wednesday midweek - and thank you to our pod sponsor Barrington Decor for renewing their lucrative contract with the pod! #KRO #BCFC #FEA