The Blue Machine

Aaron Cartwright, Thomas Hatton, Robert Moore

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The Blue Machine: The Optimist - Aaron Cartwright The Realist - Tom Hatton The Pessimist - Rob Moore Three unique viewpoints on everything related to Birmingham City, brought together to form a plethora of debate, disagreements and ridiculous moments.

1d ago

BLUES ARE BACK

The Blue Machine are back: minus Rob but with the addition of Barrington aka Jon. In keeping with the AI theme, this is what it said this weeks episode is about (if you ask us it's way too formal for us gimps: Birmingham City are building something real - and this episode makes the case for why the optimism is justified. From a smarter away-day approach to a reshaped midfield, a growing confidence in Chris Davies, and the kind of squad depth Blues fans have been crying out for, this is the clearest sign yet that the season could look very different.The panel breaks down what changed at Sheffield United and why the performance mattered even in a 0-0 draw, plus what the Swansea win revealed about the new identity taking shape. There’s also a sharp debate about the summer recruitment, including the impact of John Solis, Max Bird, Tomoki Iwata, Dale Fry, Ethan Laird, Christoph Klarer, Bright Osayi-Samuel, and George Hall - and whether the club still needs that one creator in the number 10 role.You’ll discover: Why the Beadle loan makes sense to some and frustrates othersHow Solis, Bird, and Iwata could transform the midfield balanceWhy Blues now look stronger, deeper, and more adaptable than they did last seasonWhat’s still missing in attack, and why left wing and number 10 remain the key questionsWhy some fans are already overreacting to two games and why others think the calmer start is exactly what Blues neededThey also tackle the bigger stuff: the club shop, the new kit, ticketing, the creeping corporate feel around the matchday experience, and whether Birmingham are in danger of losing some of the soul that made the fanbase tick in the first place. It’s funny, argumentative, and full of proper fan insight - the kind of episode that captures exactly where Blues are right now.Essential listening if you want the honest, unfiltered version of Birmingham’s start to the season - and a proper read on where this squad could go next.
Jun 2

That's A Wrap

We are back for the last dance of the 2025/26 season as we wrap up what was an entertaining campaign both on and off the field for The Blue Machine. We bring to you the coveted 'End of Season Alternative Awards', with some cracking nominations - and we say farewell to Barrington Decor with some more nonce-nse questions for one last time before his sponsorship ends. Listen. Watch. Enjoy. Blues. #KRO #BCFC #FEA
May 4

International Men of Mystery

The Blue Machine pod is BACK after an extended period out due to holidays, work trips and the general business of life. We'll let you listen and enjoy our ramblings as we go between the final run of results, to reshaping the squad and most important - should he stay or should he go? Thanks as always to Barrington Decor for their continued sponsorship of the pod, and if you are interested in getting involved for next season drop us a comment / DM and we will be in touch. #KRO #BCFC #FEA
Mar 30

Keep Pounding The Rock

The Blue Machine are back with an international break pod - because we don't just pod when we're winning / losing / having a meltdown. We look forward to a Bank Holiday double header as we chat: Blackburn & Ipswich PreviewsSalty Ex-Player InterviewsDo We Back The CD Proj?Listener Questions (+ Barrington the Filth Bag)We hope you enjoy this weeks pod, and look forward to The Blue Machine being back on Friday. The next pod will be with you post Ipswich, so stay tuned. Thanks as always to Barrington Decor for their continued support of the pod. #KRO #BCFC #FEA
Mar 23

Buy John, Not Jhon

In a quick turnaround, The Blue Machine are back and we have a jam packed episode full of: Derby Defeat & Football TerrorismWhat Happens Next?Rest of the Season ObjectivesExtended Listener QuestionsThis one was great fun to record, with plenty of heated debate and we hope that you enjoy listening. Make sure to subscribe to our Spotify and drop your comments in the chat to give us your thoughts. Thanks as always to our pod sponsor Barrington Decor for their continued support of our work! #KRO #BCFC #FEA
Mar 19

Chris Davies Paints By Numbers

We are back for this weeks Blue Machine pod, after a small break due to conflicting schedules. There's lots to catch up on in this episode, with a proper mixed bag of results - and we talk: Will CD ever be flexible with his system?Risky recruitmentFun days out in DerbyChris Davies: The Artist?We hope you enjoy this weeks pod, and thank you as always to our pod sponsor Barrington Decor for their continued support! #KRO #BCFC #FEA
Mar 2

'Boro is a MUST win....or is it?

The Blue Machine pod is back and this week we bring you a whole array of optimism, realism and pessimism - in no particular order. On the back of a disappointing defeat away at Millwall, we discuss Monday nights big game at home to Middlesbrough as well as next weekends trip to Charlton. In the midst of all the cutting edge Blues chat is the usual mix of nonsense, and we hope that you enjoy this weeks pod as much as we enjoyed recording it. UP THE BLUE MACHINE Thank you to our podcast sponsor Barrington Decor for their continued support of our content! #KRO #BCFC #FEA
Feb 25

Carlos Vicente: Ankle Breaker

The Blue Machine is back to a full compliment of optimism, realism and pessimism as Rob returns from his trip to Sri-Lanky. We thrash out plenty in this weeks 90 minute effort including: Canaries ConqueredDoes Priske Keep Stanno Out Of The Team?The Blue Machine Results ServiceWill Barrington Ever Ask A Sensible Question?Vicente The GOATWe hope you enjoy this weeks episode, and thanks as always to Barrington Decor for their continued sponsorship of the pod. #KRO #BCFC #FEa

The Blue Machine: The Optimist - Aaron Cartwright The Realist - Tom Hatton The Pessimist - Rob Moore Three unique viewpoints on everything related to Birmingham City, brought together to form a plethora of debate, disagreements and ridiculous moments.

Creator

Aaron Cartwright, Thomas Hatton, Robert Moore
Years Active

2024 - 2026
Episodes

66
Rating

Explicit
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© Aaron Cartwright, Thomas Hatton, Robert Moore
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