No Such Thing as an Off Season

Gary and Graham Strachan
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No off-season. No problem. The Season Never Ends is your weekly fix of global sport—from the headlines you can’t miss to the hidden gems you never knew you needed. Hosted by Gary, a Falkirk FC fan living in Sydney, this podcast is for the sports tragic who’s always got one eye on the calendar. Champions League finals, AFL chaos, obscure cricket matches, Grand Tour stages, WNBA rivalries, and even late-night sports you’re a bit embarrassed to admit you’re watching—it’s all here.

  1. May 20

    Handballs, Hanley & Havoc

    Arsenal close in, Villa run riot, Scotland’s squad raises eyebrows, and the Swans take down Collingwood. Plus ice hockey semis, State of Origin, A-League final chat, Falkirk/Rangers end-of-season fallout

    40 min

  2. Apr 29

    Cue the Comeback

    Chalk flying at the Crucible as John Higgins pulls off one of the comebacks of the year against Ronnie O’Sullivan, while Zhao Xintong quietly shapes as the man to beat. The AFL is starting to settle (sort of), with a surprise result or two and Scott Pendlebury reminding everyone he’s still got it at 38. In the Premier League, keepers are under pressure, late winners are everywhere, and Liverpool FC are closing in on Manchester United. Scotland delivers chaos, the NHL playoffs are already must-watch, and the NRL has turned into a points fest — with the Tigers the story of the season so far. We’ve got a Falkirk check-in, a ridiculous moment you have to hear, and a proper debate to finish… Barcelona 2011 vs AC Milan 2004.

    36 min

  3. Apr 25

    Draws, Drama & Dread

    City look to have finally put the title beyond doubt, while Arsenal are running out of answers at the worst possible time. United somehow get the job done against Chelsea without a recognised defence, Liverpool and Everton deliver another fiery chapter, and Spurs continue to keep things interesting. In the AFL, most results go to script, but Melbourne’s tight win over Brisbane raises a few eyebrows. The Sydney derby was a scrappy one before the Swans flicked the switch late, and all eyes now turn to the ANZAC Day clash between Collingwood and Essendon. Scotland’s women are top of their group but doing it the hard way — big wins over Luxembourg mixed with back-to-back draws against Belgium, including a 95th-minute equaliser. One more result against Israel could secure a playoff spot, with seeding becoming crucial. In the A-League, finals spots are locked in and Newcastle Jets are chasing something special — already with silverware in hand and a potential treble on the line. Over in the NHL, the Stanley Cup playoffs are underway and the Penguins have work to do, already 2-0 down in their series. There’s also a ridiculous goal from Youstin Salas that needs to be seen to be believed… and a Falkirk corner that, frankly, might be better left alone.

    47 min

  4. Apr 16

    Green Jackets & Gather Round

    Rory tries his best to throw away a green jacket before pulling it back when it matters, Gather Round turns Adelaide into the centre of the AFL world, and over in the EPL it’s jitters for Arsenal and real trouble brewing for Spurs. Leeds crack United, West Ham pick up a big one, and Villa let it slip. In Europe, Atlético land a blow on Barca, while in Scotland Hearts stay top and Aberdeen edge closer to trouble for Hibs. Falkirk corner dives into a tale of two halves — from sharp and in control to completely exposed after the break, with plenty to unpack ahead of the semi-final. We check in on the NHL playoffs with the Penguins flying and McDavid putting up ridiculous numbers, admit we still don’t fully understand the NBA but will absolutely be watching it anyway, and pick out Hurricanes v Chiefs as one to watch. Plus, a Raith fan takes a tumble, Paraguay delivers one of the most absurd goals you’ll ever see, and we round it out with a proper sickos pick.

    51 min

  5. Apr 7

    Checkmates, Knockouts & Knock-On Prices

    Champions League drama, Falkirk locking in top six, and a Scottish title race that’s going right down to the wire. We get into the Swans smashing West Coast, The Masters getting underway, and why football ticket prices are starting to take the piss. Plus, the most important debate in sport this week: who wins a chess match between Mike Tyson and Magnus Carlsen… if every move comes with 15 seconds in the ring? As always, Falkirk corner, a few strong opinions, and absolutely no solutions.

    47 min

  6. Apr 1

    Pulled Hammies & Polite Passes

    Scotland miss a sitter you’ll still be thinking about tomorrow, Japan remind everyone how to finish a move properly, and the Socceroos can’t quite fill a stadium—while the Matildas continue to make 35,000 look like a quiet night. In F1, it’s overtakes, re-overtakes and a safety car that couldn’t have fallen better for Antonelli, while AFL throws up a few early questions for some big names. There’s also a brilliant moment from Sydney FC Women that shows exactly what sport’s about, a ridiculous hamstring goal in Scotland, and a quick look ahead to Panthers v Storm. Plus Falkirk (briefly), and a Sickos pick with just enough chaos to believe.

    41 min

  7. Mar 26

    Breaks, Bumps & Broken Bones

    The Matildas put in their best performance in a long time but still came up short—though World Cup qualification is secured. In the EPL, results went everywhere with Everton, Brighton and Villa shaking things up while the race tightens at the top. In ice hockey, the first playoff spots are locked in with Colorado and Dallas, while the rest of the league scrambles behind them. We look ahead to a proper derby in Super Rugby as the Brumbies host the Waratahs, with James Slipper hitting yet another ridiculous milestone. In the Falkirk corner, a win over St Mirren on paper—but one of the worst performances of the season, with plenty to pick apart. And in “Ridiculous”, we’ve got everything from a 153 snooker break to a brutal crash in Milan–San Remo, plus one of the strangest goals and catches you’ll see. It’s Breaks, Bumps & Broken Bones.

    39 min

  8. Mar 19

    Howlers, Huddles and Own Half Heroes

    2.10

    48 min
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About

No off-season. No problem. The Season Never Ends is your weekly fix of global sport—from the headlines you can’t miss to the hidden gems you never knew you needed. Hosted by Gary, a Falkirk FC fan living in Sydney, this podcast is for the sports tragic who’s always got one eye on the calendar. Champions League finals, AFL chaos, obscure cricket matches, Grand Tour stages, WNBA rivalries, and even late-night sports you’re a bit embarrassed to admit you’re watching—it’s all here.

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  • Creator
    Gary and Graham Strachan
  • Years Active
    2025 - 2026
  • Episodes
    46
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © Gary and Graham Strachan
  • Show Website
    No Such Thing as an Off Season

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