Let Me Be Frank Podcast

About Let Me Be Frank Podcast

Frankly speaking, there's nobody quite like Frank McAvennie. Whether it's fun, football, or forthright opinions, Macca is the ultimate lovable rogue with a career full of scrapes & triumphs. He topped scoring charts for Celtic and West Ham and represented Scotland in the World Cup. Since hanging up his boots, he's known for his hilarious after-dinner speeches & sharp punditry. Now, with his new podcast "Let Me Be Frank," Macca alongside co-host Simon Houston tackles today's big issues with his unique style, joined by top names in sport, music, entertainment, and more. Tune in for a wild ride!

Publisher

Simon Houston

Category

news · sports

Language

en

Explicit

No

First episode

12 Jun 2024

Latest episode

8 Oct 2026

Latest episodes

170 episodes in the feed.

1. 

   8 Oct 2026

   From Celtic to the Cops… and a Kickabout with Zico! | Lex Baillie

   Former Celtic defender Lex Baillie joins Frank and Simon for a brilliant look back at an extraordinary life in football and beyond. Part of Celtic’s Centenary Double-winning squad, Lex went from professional footballer to Police Chief Inspector, while also growing up as the son of renowned football journalist and former Rangers player Doug Baillie. Some people even stopped speaking to his dad after Lex signed for Celtic. Lex also recalls playing in Toronto alongside Brazil World Cup star Edinho, before visiting him in Rio and somehow ending up having a kickabout in a local park with the great Zico. He takes us inside the Celtic dressing room, remembers the Old Firm battles he shared with Frank, the injury that changed his career and what it was like returning to Celtic Park and Ibrox as a police officer rather than a player. A cracking conversation packed with brilliant stories. Let Me Be Frank with Lex Baillie Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

2. 

   5 Oct 2026

   Frankly Speaking: Frank & Simon CLASH Over Celtic Fan Protest | Shareholders Could Be LOCKED OUT of AGM

   Things get heated on this week’s Frankly Speaking as Frank McAvennie and Simon Houston clash over the Celtic supporters’ tennis ball protest against Dermot Desmond at St Andrews. Was it a step too far, or have frustrated supporters finally found a protest the Celtic hierarchy can’t ignore? It develops into one of the most explosive debates Frank and Simon have had on the show as they discuss the growing divide between the club and sections of the support. Plus, could Celtic shareholders even find themselves locked out of the upcoming AGM as tensions continue to rise? 🎙️ An explosive Frankly Speaking on Let Me Be Frank. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

3. 

   1 Oct 2026

   Andy McLaren: “Failing a Drugs Test Saved My Life”

   Former Dundee United and Scotland star Andy McLaren joins Simon and Frank for one of the most honest and powerful conversations we’ve had on Let Me Be Frank. Andy opens up about childhood trauma, alcohol and drug addiction and the moment his football career appeared to come crashing down when he failed a drugs test. But what seemed like the end ultimately became his salvation. In a raw and at times heartbreaking interview, Andy talks about reaching rock bottom, fighting his way back to football and remarkably going on to represent Scotland. There are plenty of laughs and brilliant stories from Dundee United and Jim McLean along the way, but above all this is an inspiring story of addiction, survival, recovery and a second chance at life. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Who has been a guest on Let Me Be Frank Podcast

Names identified in recent episode analyses. Showing up to five guests.

• David Speedie
• Andy Payton
• Ewan Grimes
• Tosh McKinlay
• Colin Hendry

Reach and audience

Public platform figures. Ratings count people who left a rating, not total listeners.

YouTube views

2,403,751

Score snapshot 15 Sept 2025

Spotify

4.9 / 5

34 ratings

Podcast Authority Score: 63 / 100

A composite of feed quality, social presence, YouTube performance and engagement. Read the methodology.

Quality

72

Social presence

0

YouTube

86

Engagement

51

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Guest appearances

Does not typically book guests

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