It's the first pod of the 26/27 season, and it's fair to say it hasn't been plain sailing thus far for Darlo!
Returning to the pod is Northern Echo reporter and newly appointed Darlington programme editor Craig Stoddart, who talks about taking on the role this season.
Also making his first appearance is lifelong Quakers supporter Doug Embleton, whose first Darlington game came all the way back in 1954. Doug looks back on more than 70 years following the club, as well as his involvement alongside Shaun Campbell and others in the Darlington FC Rescue Group during the fight to save the club in 2012.
The panel also reflects on Quaker’s stuttering start to the new season, including the 2-1 home defeat to Macclesfield, what has gone wrong so far and whether there were at least some signs of encouragement despite another disappointing result.
And, as ever, we finish with a quiz, with Craig and Doug going head-to-head for Darlo bragging rights.
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28 Jul 2026
Hodgy: The Definitive Darlo Interview
David Hodgson is one of the most iconic figures in Darlington FC's modern history, managing the Quakers across three separate spells and taking charge of over 400 matches.
In this wide-ranging conversation, Hodgy joins Adam Cattell and David Steel to reflect on an unforgettable career that saw him lead Darlington to a Wembley final, battle some colourful owners, experience the highs and lows of football management, and build teams that supporters still talk about today.
Among the topics discussed:
⚫ How he first arrived at Darlington⚪ Rebuilding the club and his football philosophy⚫ Putting the entire squad on the transfer list⚪ The famous half-time resignation at Rochdale⚫ Wembley heartbreak in 2000 ⚪ His penchant for a foreign signing or two!
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19 Jul 2026
David Johnston Interview
Darlington FC Chief Executive David Johnston joins the Darlo Till I Die podcast for an in-depth discussion on the present and future of the football club.
Approaching ten years in the role, David reflects on the club's progress, the disappointment of last season's play-off near miss, and the work continuing behind the scenes to build a sustainable future for Darlington FC.
Among the topics discussed are:
⚽ David's journey as CEO after nearly a decade at the club
⚽ Amazon's new partnership with Darlington FC and what it means for the club
⚽ Reflections on the 2025/26 season and missing out on the play-offs
⚽ Summer recruitment and the Jack Maskell transfer to Barnet
⚽ Progress towards a new stadium and the challenges ahead
⚽ Improving the Blackwell Meadows pitch
⚽ The long-term vision for Darlington FC
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