The Crux of It is a York City FC podcast bringing supporters discussion, debate and analysis on all the latest news from the Minstermen.
Presented by Dan Tait, host of the York Hospital Ball podcast, the regular panel features Y Front fanzine creator Michael Miles, Steve Ovenden — better known as the Original Yorkie — and South Stand supporters Jim Calverley, Dave Hughes and Ben Robinson.
Episodes feature topical discussion on York City, match previews and reviews, player and manager analysis, and all the major talking points surrounding YCFC. Regular features include York City Pointless and the York City Museum, where the panel nominate memorable players, games, goals and artefacts from the club’s history.
The feed also features special episodes, live events, press conferences and exclusive interviews.
Produced by York Hospital Radio.
Great expectations are growing at York City after the stunning 4-0 victory over Swindon Town.
The Crux of It panel return to discuss City’s impressive start to life back in League Two and ask just how high expectations should now be. Are the Minstermen genuine promotion contenders? Has Scott Lindsey already won over his early doubters?
The panel also discuss Harry Boyes’ brilliant start to life at York City after winning the leagues player of the month award as well as saluting the impact Alex Newby is having on the team.
Plus, we introduce brand-new feature Receipts, before the return of Pointless and the York City Museum.
The Crux of It is hosted by Dan Tait from York Hospital Radio and sponsored by the Nearly Departed app for iPhone.
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24 Aug 2026
City are back!
The Crux of It panel discuss all the latest goings-on at York City Football Club as they reflect on City’s start to life back in League Two.
Topical debate points include…Is a new striker now top of the priorities? Has Scott Lindsey earned himself some leeway after two encouraging performances? And is the race run for the likes of Ben Brookes and Ash Palmer?
Plus, a player focus on three standout performers and the return of the usual features — Pointless and the York City Museum.
This podcast is hosted by Dan Tait from York Hospital Radio and is sponsored by the Nearly Departed app for iPhone.
29 Jul 2026
The Crux of it 2026/27 Season Preview Show
The Crux of It panel return to discuss all things York City in their season preview episode.
They say a week is a long time in football, and York City have certainly proved that in the past few days, parting ways with manager Stuart Maynard. The panellists discuss the fallout before moving on to pre-season, from Pickering to Benidorm, saluting the greatness of Paddy McLaughlin as his testimonial year comes to a close, assessing the new signings and, of course, giving their verdict on the new kits.
This season also sees the introduction of some new features, including Pointless and the York City Museum. What would you pick as a memorable game, goal, player or artefact from the club’s history?
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