The Silkmen News

The Silkmen News
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The only 100% Macclesfield FC fans podcast. Chatting about all things Silkmen and probably some other nonsense as well. https://www.thesilkmennews.co.uk/

Episodes

  1. JAN 19

    Episode 9: Macclesfield FC and The Biggest Shock in FA Cup History

    James, Alex, and Ben with full comprehensive analysis of the biggest shock in the history of the FA Cup. And if you've not heard about it yet, that's right,  it was Macclesfield 2-1 Crystal Palace!  Still in a state of shock and at the end of a couple of hangovers it's time for the pod to talk through the historic game. In this episode we go over all the key performances, a look at how successfully the Silkmen set up tactically, and all the emotion of the day. In all that there's a little bit of time to touch on thoughts ahead of the fourth round game against Brentford, praise for John Rooney with a couple of big league wins inbetween the cup drama, and Africa Cup of Nations chat (of course).  Podcast available on all good platforms. Get in touch in the comments. https://www.thesilkmennews.co.uk/

    56 min

  2. JAN 5

    Episode 8: Tributes to Ethan McLeod and Crystal Palace Preview

    James, Ben, and Matt are back for the first Silkmen News podcast of 2026. This coming after the tragic death of Macclesfield striker Ethan McLeod on the 16th December 2025. Space is provided for some personal reflections on Ethan's passing and how the club has paid a fitting tribute to Ethan's life in the weeks since. We review the performances in back to back defeats against Buxton and Chester, share some thoughts on the return to the club of Jimmy Holmes as Head of Recruitment, and then it's looking ahead to Saturday. Full extended preview of the FA Cup Third Round game against Premier League Crystal Palace in what promises to be the biggest game the club has faced, and maybe, just maybe the biggest ever shock in FA Cup history. Podcast available on all good platforms. Get in touch in the comments. https://www.thesilkmennews.co.uk/

    55 min

  3. 12/01/2025

    Episode 7: No Sleep Til Slough

    James, Matt, and Alex for this one giving you a complete preview of argubaly the biggest game in Macclesfield FC history as the Silkmen travel to Slough Town in the FA Cup Second Round on Sunday. We've got everything you need to know ahead of the tie with a full review of both sides journey to this stage, how we feel John Rooney should set up, and we'll allow ourselves to dream just a little bit with hopes of any potential third round draw. Otherwise picking over the big away defeat to AFC Fylde, an improved home draw against Scarborough Athletic, and more importantly what Macclesfield player past or present are we putting a top of our Christmas trees. Podcast available on all good platforms. Get in touch in the comments. https://www.thesilkmennews.co.uk/

    56 min

  4. 11/17/2025

    Episode 6: Danny Elliott Appreciation Hour

    James, Alex, and Ben on for the now rebraded The Silkmen News Podcast. Silkmen remain in good form with loads of positive stuff to talk about and goalscorers being the theme of the show. Whether that's Ben recalling some wild memories of Briane Deane at Sheffield United, the brilliance of James Berry, and an extended chat on Danny Elliott becoming Macclesfield FC's all time top goal scorer. Alongside that a review of recent league games and Saturday's win in the FA Trophy against Prescot Cables. How much did John Rooney learn about his squad in that one baring in mind a good amount of rotation from our exceptional league form? And speaking of rotation how many American teenagers will make their Silkmen debuts in the Cheshire Senior Cup this week? Podcast available on all good platforms. Get in touch in the comments. https://www.thesilkmennews.co.uk/

    51 min

  5. 11/03/2025

    Episode 5: Quadruple Is On!

    James, Matt, and Alex back again with another episode including live reaction to the FA Cup 2nd Round Draw. Is a quadruple on for The Silkmen this season with an away trip sorted to the lowest ranked team left in the competition. Plenty of positivity alround this episode after exceptional displays against AFC Totton and South Shields. With such success questions of how Macclesfield can keep their feet on the ground and get through an extremely busy November schedule intact. Off the pitch a question also remains as to why there hasn't yet been any news on who's running the football club after Rob Smethurst announced his stepping back of day to day running. Available to listen on all good podcast platforms. Get in touch, search Silkcast on Facebook and Instagram. Email: silkcast2025@gmail.com

    52 min

  6. 10/16/2025

    Episode 4: End of an Era

    James, and Alex are joined by Ben Carey for a Silkcase debut in what has been an eventful few weeks for the Silkmen. Full analysis of Rob Smethurst stepping down from the day to day running of the football club, expectations now for the rest of the season, and to what extent a good FA Cup campaign is masking poor league form. More importantly we get to have a little chat about all time favourite pies. Available to listen on all good podcast platforms. Get in touch, search Silkcast on Facebook and Instagram. Email: silkcast2025@gmail.com

    53 min

  7. 09/17/2025

    Episode 3: Celebrating In The Shower

    James, Matt, and Alex back for another episode of Silkcast. Taking a look back on the 5th anniversay of Macclesfield Town getting liquidated. Finding perverse joy in defeats, and where James was when Danny Elliott equalised against Kidderminster Harriers. Otherwise taking a review over the past fortnight's games, new signings and the impact they've made. Preview of Saturday's tough away trip to Chorley and progression in the FA Cup. Get in touch, search Silkcast on Facebook and Instagram. Email: silkcast2025@gmail.com

    46 min

  8. 09/05/2025

    Episode 2: Dreaming of Kidderminster Broth

    James, Alex, and Matt back for another episode. Asking the question if you could be any Macclesfield player past or present who would you be. Reviewing the end of August discussing what the Silkmen could do differently to improve over coming games. Getting excited about the food at Kidderminster Harriers and a look to a potential banana skin FA Cup tie against Atherton Laburnum Rovers. Get in touch at silkcast2025@gmail.com. We're actively looking for people to contribute and help with social media.

    45 min

  9. 08/22/2025

    Episode 1 - Start of the Season Review

    Join James Walker, Matt Todd, and Alex Reed to review the start of Macclesfield FC's inaugral National League North campain. Taking a look over the first three fixtures, thoughts on John Rooney so far, and whether the Silkmen should be making any further transfer business.  Initially published to Macclesfield FC Facebook groups. We'll look to set up proper social media channels if there's continued interest in doing this. Do feel free to feedback or comment there.

    53 min
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The only 100% Macclesfield FC fans podcast. Chatting about all things Silkmen and probably some other nonsense as well. https://www.thesilkmennews.co.uk/

Information

  • Creator
    The Silkmen News
  • Years Active
    2025 - 2026
  • Episodes
    9
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © 2026 The Silkmen News
  • Show Website
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