Episode 10 – Crewe Alexandra (H)

Aaron is back with Si and Dave to break down the Barnet game and share their honest verdicts on the performance.

Si catches up with Stuart from The Railwaymen Podcast to get the inside scoop on Crewe Alexandra and what we can expect when they visit the JobServe Community Stadium.

We also shine a light on Si’s brilliant fundraising challenge — he’s taking on the Dublin Marathon in support of Blesma, the limbless veterans charity. Show your support here: https://www.justgiving.com/page/sicollinson17?utm_medium=FR&utm_source=CL 💙

All that, plus more U’s chat to get you in the mood for matchday!

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Beyond the Barside Meets… Jack Baldwin

Aaron sits down with Colchester United’s, at the time of recording, most recent signing Jack Baldwin for an in-depth chat. Jack shares how he’s been settling into the squad, his ambitions for his time at the club, and reflects on key moments from his career so far. A great listen for U’s fans wanting to get to know one of the newest faces at the JobServe Community Stadium.

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Episode 9 – Barnet FC (A)

Aaron is joined by Si and Dave to look back on the Barrow AFC clash and share their thoughts on the performance.

We hear from U’s fan Sam, who gives his take on potential transfer incomings – you can read more from Sam over on his Substack: colu2cali.substack.com

Aaron also speaks with U’s fan Jonny, who – alongside two fellow supporters – is taking on the incredible challenge of walking from the JobServe Community Stadium to the Abbey Stadium in Cambridge ahead of the February 17th fixture. They’re raising money for MIND, and you can support their efforts here: https://www.justgiving.com/page/jack-armstrong-1755550631841?utm_medium=FR&utm_source=WA

Finally, Aaron, Si and Dave come together once more to preview the Barnet match.

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Episode 8 – Barrow AFC (H)

In Episode 8 of Beyond the Barside, Aaron is joined by Si and Dave to reflect on the midweek clash with Cambridge United.

We then turn our attention to the weekend as Aaron chats with Barrow fan Jonny, editor of the GiveEmBeans fanzine (https://www.giveembeans.co.uk), to get the visitors’ perspective ahead of their trip to the JobServe Community Stadium.

Finally, Aaron, Si, and Dave reconvene for some last thoughts before kick-off.

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Episode 7 – Cambridge United (H)

In Episode 7 of Beyond the Barside, Aaron is joined by Si, Dave, and BBC Essex Sport’s Glenn Pennyfather to reflect on Colchester’s impressive victory away at Shrewsbury.

Focus then shifts to the upcoming clash with Cambridge United, as Aaron speaks with Jack from the Under The Abbey Stand podcast for the opposition view. We also hear from Si and Dave again as they share their thoughts ahead of the game.

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Episode 6 – Shrewsbury Town (A)

In Episode 6 of Beyond the Barside, Aaron is joined by Si and Dave to reflect on the Oldham game before catching up with U’s fan Paul as he shares his favourite Col U memory in our new U’s Memory feature.

Aaron then links back up with Si and Dave after the Oxford cup tie to round up the week’s action and look ahead to the trip to Shrewsbury.

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Beyond the Barside Meets… Roy McDonough

In our monthly bonus feature Beyond the Barside Meets…, we sit down with the characters who’ve shaped Colchester United’s past and present.

This month, Aaron chats with true U’s legend Roy McDonough – the larger-than-life striker and manager who embodied passion, chaos, and unforgettable moments at Layer Road. From leading Col U to the Conference and FA Trophy double in 1992, to his infamous record as English football’s most red-carded player, Roy’s stories are as explosive as his playing style.

We dive into his career highs, managerial memories, and plenty of off-the-pitch tales you won’t want to miss.

Want more? Grab a copy of his no-holds-barred autobiography Red Card Roy:

📘 https://www.amazon.co.uk/Red-Card-Roy-McDonough/dp/1907637567

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Episode 5 – Oldham Athletic (A)

In Episode 5 of Beyond the Barside, Aaron is joined by Si and Dave to reflect on the U’s opening day draw against Tranmere and look ahead to the weekend trip to Boundary Park.

We also get the opposition view from Aaron Diskin, host of the Absolute Football Podcast and lifelong Oldham fan, who gives us the lowdown on what Col U can expect from the Latics.

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