Scarves Around The Funnel

Episode 314 – Make Some Noise (Liam Fox & The Rising of the Phoenix)

03 Oct 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Laurie, Mark & Scott discuss the monumental occasion; Hearts first win of the season! Dinamo Minsk were vanquished in Azerbaijan in the Europa Confere...

Episode 313 – Liam Fox & The Shining of Karakum

30 Sep 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Laurie & Mark discuss the 1-1 draw between Hearts and Ross County, before looking ahead to the upcoming matches against Dinamo Minsk and Aberdeen. Spo...

Episode 312 – We’ll Be There For You

25 Sep 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Laurie, Mark & Scott discuss the upcoming match against Ross County at Tynecastle, the first of the Liam Fox interim reign, in addition to the recent ...

Episode 311 (SATF EXTRA) – Naismith Departs Tynecastle

22 Sep 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Laurie, Mark & Scott are back with an instant reaction to the news that Steven Naismith has left Hearts, along with his assistants Gordon Forrest and ...

Episode 310 – Let’s not talk about Willie(s)

16 Sep 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Laurie, Mark & Scott are joined by former referee Des Roache, of the Behind The Whistles podcast, to discuss Hearts’ defeat to Celtic at the weekend...

Episode 309 – Pleasantly Surprised

10 Sep 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Laurie, Mark & Ryan discuss Hearts matches that left us feeling pleasantly surprised, before looking ahead to this weekend’s fixture away to Celtic....

Episode 308 – Groundhog Day (again)

02 Sep 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Laurie, Mark & Scott review Hearts’ latest defeat, this time to Dundee United at Tynecastle, before being joined by Hearts fans Matty and Stephen to...

Episode 307- Make Some Noise (HMFC v FCVP)

29 Aug 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Mark & Scott discuss Hearts’ 1-0 Europa League play-off 2nd leg defeat to Czech side Viktoria Plzeň, a 2-0 loss on aggregate, at Tynecastle. Sponso...

Episode 306 – Look Back in Anger

26 Aug 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Laurie & Scott are joined by The Guardian’s Ewan Murray, for another misery filled episode following the defeat to Motherwell at Fir Park, as well a...

Episode 305- Make Some Noise (FCVP v HMFC)

22 Aug 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Mark & Scott discuss Hearts’ 1-0 Europa League play-off first leg defeat to Czech side Viktoria Plzeň in the Doosan Arena. Sponsored by Forrest Hep...

Episode 304 – Utility Man

20 Aug 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Laurie, Mark & Scott discuss Hearts’ disappointing Premier Sports Cup exit to Falkirk, player traits/idiosyncrasies and the upcoming Europa League m...

Episode 303 – Ultra Dad

11 Aug 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Laurie, Mark & Scott discuss Hearts’ dismal display at Dens Park against Dundee, what the defeat means in the grand scheme of things and look ahead ...

Episode 302 – Taylor’s Swift

05 Aug 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Laurie, Mark & Scott discuss Hearts’ opening day draw with Rangers, a new love story blossoming with Taylor, the Europa League play-off draw and Dun...

Episode 301 – Here For a Good Time

29 Jul 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Laurie, Mark, Scott & Ryan discuss Hearts’ final pre-season preparations before making their predictions for the new campaign, as well as previewing...

Episode 300 – Reflection Section

24 Jul 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Laurie, Mark, Scott & Ryan are back together for a special 300th episode, looking back at some of their favourite moments from the podcast over the ye...

Episode 299 – A Flock Of Seagulls

18 Jul 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Laurie, Mark & Scott are back to discuss the summer transfer business at Tynecastle, pre-season friendlies, areas of the team that still need strength...

Episode 298 – The End is Near

29 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Laurie, Mark & Scott discuss your suggestions for Hearts themed cocktails, before answering a variety of questions provided on social media for the fi...

Episode 297 – Sakérita

21 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Laurie, Mark & Scott discuss the 2-2 draw with St Mirren in Paisley, the 3-3 draw with Rangers at Tynecastle and review the season as a whole. Sponsor...

Episode 296 – You Spin My Head Right Round

14 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Laurie, Mark & Joel Sked discuss the 3-0 win over Dundee, which European competition would suit Hearts better, whether the team can hit 70 points & th...

Episode 295 – Don’t Stop the Party

07 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Laurie, Mark & Scott discuss the 3-0 defeat to Celtic, Lawrence Shankland winning PFA Player of the Year, the European adventure that awaits Hearts & ...

Episode 294 – Home and Away

01 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Laurie, Mark & Scott discuss the 0-0 draw with Kilmarnock, how the Hearts squad could look next season and this weekend’s match away to Celtic. Spon...

Episode 293 – Over the Mount Florida Rainbow

23 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Laurie, Mark & Scott discuss the 2-0 Scottish Cup semi final defeat to Rangers at Hampden, before looking ahead to Kilmarnock away this weekend. Spons...

Episode 292 – Japanese Boy(s)

15 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Laurie, Mark & Scott discuss the 4-2 victory over Livingston, memorable Hearts comebacks and this weekend’s Scottish Cup semi final against Rangers ...

Episode 291 – You Win Again (a)

10 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Laurie, Mark & Ryan discuss a great weekend for the podcast team, with satisfying away wins for both Heart of Midlothian and St Johnstone. Sponsored b...

Episode 290 – Shop Local

02 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Laurie, Mark & Scott discuss the draw with Kilmarnock, signings that Hearts have made from other Scottish clubs & this weekend’s match against St Mi...

Episode 289 – Shakin’ off the Blues

27 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Laurie, Mark, Scott & Ryan discuss the Hearts players involved for their counties over the international break, the latest signings at Tynecastle & th...

Shirts Around the Funnel – Episode 12

26 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Paul Mitchell and Grant Young are joined by Robert Borthwick, to discuss A View from The Terrace and his new role at Heart of Midlothian. Sponsored by...

Episode 288 – Keep On Running

19 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Laurie, Scott & Ryan discuss Hearts’ 2-1 defeat to Ross County, before being joined by former track & field athlete Eilidh Doyle to discuss her care...

Episode 287 – Monday Night Fever

12 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Laurie, Mark & Scott discuss the Scottish Cup win over Greenock Morton at Cappielow, the semi final draw against Rangers & this weekend’s match away...

Episode 286 – Moving Through the Gears

05 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Laurie, Mark & Scott discuss the Edinburgh Derby and the win over Celtic, before Hearts cup winner Jamie MacDonald joins the lads to preview the Scott...

Shirts Around the Funnel – Episode 11

02 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Paul Mitchell and Grant Young are joined by former Hearts midfielder, and record appearance holder, Gary Mackay, to discuss his time at Tynecastle. Sp...

Episode 285 – Bring the Bounce Back

25 Feb 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Laurie, Mark & Scott discuss the disappointing defeat to Rangers at Ibrox, before looking ahead to Wednesday night’s Edinburgh Derby against Hibs at...

Episode 284 – Farts, Farts, Glorious Farts

19 Feb 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Mark & Scott are joined by the BBC’s Martin Geissler to discuss the win over Motherwell, favourite goal celebrations & the upcoming match against Ra...

Episode 283 – He’s Electric

12 Feb 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Laurie, Mark & Scott discuss the comfortable cup win over Airdrie, the cup draw and this weekend’s league match at home to Motherwell. Sponsored by ...

Episode 282 – The Jimmy Sandison Derby

06 Feb 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Laurie & Mark discuss the 3-2 win over Dundee (again), before being joined by former Hearts & Airdrie star Jimmy Sandison to preview the Scottish Cup ...

Episode 281 – That’s a Trivela

29 Jan 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Laurie, Mark, Scott & Ryan discuss Hearts’ 2-0 victory over Aberdeen at Tynecastle, including Shankland’s “Trivela”, before looking ahead to t...

Episode 280 – Maroon Typhoon

24 Jan 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Laurie, Mark & Scott discuss the comeback victory against Dundee, before looking ahead to this weekend’s match against Aberdeen at Tynecastle. Spons...

Episode 279 – Maroon Monday

21 Jan 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Laurie & Mark are back to discuss the victory over The Spartans in the Scottish Cup, the draw for the Fifth Round & the upcoming league match against ...

Episode 278 – No Quiz, No Cry

16 Jan 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Laurie, Mark & Scott discuss the signing of Dexter Lembikisa, the bounce game against Kilmarnock, the upcoming Scottish Cup tie against The Spartans b...

Episode 277 – Squad Assessment

10 Jan 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Laurie, Mark & Scott discuss the latest from the transfer rumour mill, before going through the entire Hearts squad and assessing each player. Sponsor...

Episode 276 – By the Forrest of Babylon

04 Jan 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Laurie, Mark & Scott start 2024 by reviewing the recent matches against Ross County and Livingston, before discussing some of the best and worst momen...

Episode 275 – Perfect Moment

28 Dec 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Laurie, Scott & Joel Sked look back on the victories against St Mirren and Hibernian, as well as discussing Lawrence Shankland’s value to this Heart...

SATF EXTRA – Christmas Quiz 2023

24 Dec 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Laurie, Mark & Scott are back with a FESTIVE SPECIAL; and yes, it’s a quiz! We hope you enjoy the extra episode, have a wonderful Christmas everyone...

Episode 274 – Perfect Day

18 Dec 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Laurie, Mark & Scott bask in the glory of a perfect day at the weekend, as Hearts defeated Celtic away from home, before looking ahead to the upcoming...

Episode 273 – Yeah but, no but…

11 Dec 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Laurie, Mark & Scott are brought crashing back down to earth after a disappointing week for Hearts, which saw the team lose to both Rangers and Aberde...

Episode 272 – Ac-KENT-Tchu-Ate The Positive

04 Dec 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Laurie, Mark, Scott & Ryan are back with Mark’s eagerly awaited quiz, plus a look back at the Heart of Midlothian win against Kilmarnock & a look ah...

Episode 271 – From Pilton to Lebanon

28 Nov 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Laurie, Mark, Scott & Ryan discuss last week’s match between Heart of Midlothian & St Johnstone at Tynecastle, as well as looking ahead to the Kilma...

Episode 270- Who Am I?

20 Nov 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Laurie, Mark, Scott McIntosh & Ryan McGowan discuss the upcoming match between Heart of Midlothian & St Johnstone at Tynecastle, as well as playing a ...

Shirts Around the Funnel – Episode 10

20 Nov 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Paul Mitchell and Grant Young are joined by former Hearts defender and cup winner Paul Ritchie, to discuss his time at the club and shirts he wore. Sp...

Episode 269 – 2 out of 3 IS bad

13 Nov 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Laurie & Mark are joined by ex-referee Des Roache to discuss the Motherwell against Hearts match from the weekend, in particular some of the refereein...

Episode 268 – Trust the Process?

08 Nov 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Laurie, Mark & Scott discuss the 1-0 win against Livingston, the 3-1 League Cup semi-final defeat to Rangers at Hampden and the wider issues at Hearts...

Episode 267 – Red Haring

30 Oct 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Laurie, Mark & Scott discuss the 2-1 defeat at Ibrox before looking ahead to the home game against Livingston and the League Cup semi-final against Ra...

Episode 266 – When the Going Gets Tough

24 Oct 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Laurie, Mark & Scott discuss the disappointing 4-1 defeat to Celtic at Tynecastle & look ahead to this weekend’s trip to Ibrox to face Rangers. Spon...

Episode 265 – The Fab Four (Man-Shaft)

17 Oct 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Laurie, Mark, Scott McIntosh & Ryan McGowan discuss the upcoming match against Celtic at Tynecastle, as well as the latest Hearts related internationa...

Episode 264 – Lose Yourself (a 2-0 lead)

10 Oct 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Laurie, Mark & Scott McIntosh discuss the Edinburgh derby, in which Heart of Midlothian drew 2-2 with Hibernian, before looking at some ‘sliding doo...

Episode 263 – Oh Deer

02 Oct 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Laurie, Mark & Scott McIntosh discuss Hearts’ win away to Ross County, before being joined by Ryan McGowan to preview this weekend’s match against...

Episode 262 – Bundle of Joy

27 Sep 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Laurie, Mark, Scott McIntosh & Joel Sked discuss the ups and downs of the last two matches for Hearts, against St Mirren & Kilmarnock, & react to the ...

Episode 261 – One Step at a Time

18 Sep 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Laurie & Mark discuss the 2-0 win over Aberdeen at Tynecastle, players that didn’t fulfil their potential & the upcoming away game against St Mirren...

Episode 260 – Beacon of Nope

13 Sep 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Laurie, Mark and Scott McIntosh discuss how they spent the weekend without Hearts, before looking ahead to this weekend’s match against Aberdeen at ...

Episode 259 – Rearranging the Deck Chairs

06 Sep 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Laurie, Mark and Scott McIntosh discuss the latest news about a change in the coaching structure at Hearts & the current situation at the club followi...

Episode 258 – Make Some Noise (PAOK v HMFC)

31 Aug 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Laurie and Scott McIntosh review the 4-0 second leg defeat to Greek side PAOK in Thessaloniki, in the Europa Conference League Play-off. Sponsored by ...

Episode 257 – Been Here Before

29 Aug 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Laurie and Scott McIntosh discuss the disappointing 1-0 defeat to Dundee at Dens Park, before looking ahead to the upcoming Europa Conference League p...

Shirts Around the Funnel – Episode 9

25 Aug 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Paul Mitchell and Grant Young discuss the latest Hearts kits for season 2023/24; including the latest home shirt, a controversial pink away option and...

Episode 256 – Make Some Noise (HMFC v PAOK)

24 Aug 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Mark and Scott McIntosh review the first leg defeat to PAOK at Tynecastle, in the Europa Conference League Play-off. Sponsored by Forrest Hepburn & Mc...

Episode 255 – Op-shuns

22 Aug 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Laurie and Mark are joined by Big Hearts Chief Executive Craig Wilson, to discuss the latest from the official Hearts charity, the win against Partick...

Episode 254 – Make Some Noise (HMFC v RBK)

17 Aug 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Mark and Scott McIntosh review the glorious second leg of the Europa Conference League 3rd Qualifying Round tie between Hearts and Rosenborg at Tyneca...

Episode 253 – Gerontocracy (no more)

15 Aug 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Laurie and Mark discuss the 0-0 draw against Kilmarnock, the Lawrence Shankland transfer rumours and the big Europa Conference League match against Ro...

Episode 252 – Make Some Noise (RBK v HMFC)

10 Aug 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Mark and Scott McIntosh review the first leg of the Europa Conference League 3rd Qualifying Round tie between Rosenborg and Hearts in Trondheim. Spons...

Episode 251 – Upbeat & Optimistic

07 Aug 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Laurie, Mark, Ryan and Joel Sked discuss the opening league game between St Johnstone and Hearts. Laurie and Mark also look ahead to the upcoming Euro...

Episode 250 – Superhuman (Extended Episode feat. Craig Gordon)

01 Aug 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Laurie and Mark are joined by Hearts club captain Craig Gordon for an extended podcast to celebrate a landmark 250th episode. Sponsored by Forrest Hep...

Episode 249 – Behind Closed Doors

26 Jul 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Laurie, Mark and Ryan discuss the latest two signings at Hearts, some more transfer gossip, the Europa Conference League draw and how much pre-season ...

Episode 248 – Thud & Blunder

20 Jul 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Laurie and Mark discuss the arrival of Michael McGovern, the next Aussie star that looks to be moving to Tynecastle and a centre back who is interesti...

SATF EXTRA – Lee McGregor

14 Jul 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Laurie, Mark and Ryan are joined by professional boxer and boyhood Hearts fan Lee McGregor, ahead of his huge fight in Edinburgh next Friday night. Sp...

Episode 247 – New Season, No Signings

13 Jul 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Laurie, Mark and Ryan are back for the first episode of the new season. The lads discuss pre-season preparation, the lack of signings at Tynecastle an...

Episode 246 – End Credits

06 Jun 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Laurie and Mark are joined by Joel Sked for the final episode of the season. The lads discuss the pre-season predictions that were made by Laurie and ...

Episode 245 – Let’s Get Ready to Rumble

01 Jun 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Laurie and Mark discuss the 1-1 draw with Hibernian on the final day of the season for Heart of Midlothian, in this season’s penultimate episode. Sp...

Episode 244 – Not Over Yet

25 May 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Laurie and Mark discuss the 2-1 win over Aberdeen, the 2-2 draw with Rangers and the disappointment at missing out on 3rd place. There’s also the sm...

Episode 243 – Win or Bust

16 May 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Laurie and Mark are joined by The Guardian’s Ewan Murray, as the lads discuss the 2-2 draw with St Mirren and look ahead to a crucial match against ...

Episode 242 – (Un)Clear & (Not)Obvious

08 May 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Laurie, Mark and Ryan are joined by former Grade 1 referee Des Roache, to discuss the controversial Hearts v Celtic match and the upcoming game away t...

Episode 241 – The Promise of Youth

01 May 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Laurie, Mark and Ryan discuss the recent Hearts v St Johnstone friendly, promising youngsters and this weekend’s upcoming game against Celtic. Spons...

Episode 240 – The Joy of Six

25 Apr 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Laurie and Mark discuss the thumping 6-1 victory over Ross County, as well as the top six fixtures that were just announced. Sponsored by Forrest Hepb...

Episode 239 – Spoiler Alert

19 Apr 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Laurie and Mark are joined by Craig Fowler, to discuss the derby defeat to Hibs, the potential top 6 fixtures, the football department structure and R...

Episode 238 – Time To Move On

10 Apr 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Laurie and Mark are again joined by Scott McIntosh and Iain MacLeod, to discuss the defeat to St Mirren, the sacking of Robbie Neilson and the upcomin...

Episode 237 – Misery Loves Company

03 Apr 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Laurie, Mark and Ryan discuss the current situation at Hearts, the latest defeat at Kilmarnock and the feeling of frustration among supporters at the ...

Episode 236 – Meritorious

30 Mar 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Laurie and Mark discuss the state of play at Hearts ahead of an important weekend, with a crucial match away to Kilmarnock following the international...

Shirts Around the Funnel – Episode 8

29 Mar 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Paul Mitchell and Grant Young are joined by former Hearts winger John Colquhoun, to discuss his time with Hearts and some of the kits that he wore. Sp...

Episode 235 – Ant & Dick

23 Mar 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Laurie and Mark are joined for chat by two Tynecastle legends; the “Voice of Hearts” Scott Wilson and the “Hammer of Hibs” John Robertson. Spo...

Episode 234 – Crisis Talks

21 Mar 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Laurie and Mark are joined by Scott McIntosh and Iain MacLeod, to discuss the Pittodrie debacle and what the main issues are with the Hearts team at t...

Episode 233 – The Need for Progress

15 Mar 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Laurie and Mark discuss the recent defeat to Celtic, in addition to the overall performance of Hearts under Robbie Neilson, before looking ahead to th...

Episode 232 – Fantasists & Optimists

07 Mar 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Laurie and Mark review the 3-0 victory over St Johnstone, before looking ahead to the upcoming double header against Celtic. Sponsored by Forrest Hepb...

Episode 231 – Take a Shot for Me

02 Mar 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Laurie, Mark and Ryan are joined by Hearts defender Toby Sibbick. The lads discuss Toby’s time with Hearts so far and also preview this weekend’s ...

Episode 230 – System Error

21 Feb 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Mark is joined by Ewan Murray and Joel Sked to discuss the disappointing 2-0 defeat away to Motherwell, and what Hearts need to do to improve going fo...

Episode 229 – We Always Do

14 Feb 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Laurie and Mark discuss the 2-0 Scottish Cup victory against Hamilton Academical, before looking ahead to this weekend’s match away to Motherwell. S...

Shirts Around the Funnel – Episode 7

12 Feb 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Paul Mitchell and Grant Young are joined by Joel Sked, to once again discuss the Hearts shirts they’d like to put into ‘Room 101’, never to be s...

Episode 228 – The Jobby Squad

07 Feb 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Laurie and Mark discuss the 3-1 win against Dundee United, before being joined by Ryan McGowan AND Dylan McGowan; as the brothers discuss their career...

Episode 227 – Go For It

01 Feb 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Laurie and Mark are joined by Foundation of Hearts Chairman Gerry Mallon. The three discuss the 0-0 draw with Livingston and what the future holds for...

Episode 226 – Toby Sibbick (I’ll love you ’til my heart breaks)

24 Jan 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Laurie and Mark review another 3-0 derby win for Hearts, this time at Easter Road in the Scottish Cup Fourth Round. Sponsored by Forrest Hepburn & McD...

SATF EXTRA – Derby Preview (Scottish Cup 4th Round)

19 Jan 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Laurie and Mark chat about the thumping 5-0 win over Aberdeen, before Gavin Pearson joins the lads to preview the big Edinburgh derby in the Scottish ...

Episode 225 – Louis Vuitton & a Cigarette

17 Jan 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Laurie and Mark review the St Mirren game, with the help of ex-referee Des Roache of the Get Involved Referee Podcast, before Austin McCann joins the ...

Episode 224 – Local Hero

11 Jan 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Laurie and Mark are joined by Sky Sports News’ North-East England reporter, and Hearts fan, Keith Downie to discuss some of the latest transfer busi...