Rephonic
Artwork for Forest Focus

Forest Focus

Forest Focus
Nottingham Forest
Premier League
Luton Town
Points Deduction
Football
Nuno Espírito Santo
Financial Fair Play
Crystal Palace
Everton
Transfer Market
Football Finance
Kieran Maguire
Chris Wood
Profit and Sustainability Rules
Morgan Gibbs-White
Murillo
TV Money
Wage Bill
Relegation
Steve Cooper

Forest Focus is the Nottingham Forest podcast hosted by Matt Davies featuring ex-players Garry Birtles, Lewis McGugan, Kelvin Wilson and David Prutton, broadcaster Darren Fletcher and fans including Emily Anderson, Greg Mitchell, Mark Sutherns, Mikey Clarke, Michael Temple and Pete Blackburn. We'll have at least four shows a week during the season including match previews and reviews, interviews a... more

PublishesDailyEpisodes627Founded2 years ago
Number of ListenersCategories
SportsSoccer

Listen to this Podcast

Artwork for Forest Focus

Latest Episodes

Matt Davies is joined by Dutch football expert Michael Statham from Football Oranje to tell us more about FC Utrecht ahead of Nottingham Forest's trip there in the Europa League.

We discuss their standing in the Dutch game, where they would be on t... more

Nottingham Forest travel to the Netherlands to take on FC Utrecht in the Europa League on Thursday night as we preview the game in full. Utrecht are seventh domestically have just one point in Europe, so it's a game they should win. However, Sean Dyc... more

Nottingham Forest's season has been far from what fans expected as they are rooted in a Premier League relegation battle. With the January transfer window on the horizon there will be a chance to strengthen the squad if money allows.

We discuss pot... more

Nottingham Forest were beaten 3-0 at Everton as they put in their worst performance under Sean Dyche as Leeds United and West Ham United reminded people they won't be relegated from the Premier League without a fight.

We'll discuss the game at the ... more

Key Facts

Accepts Guests
Accepts Sponsors
Contact Information
Podcast Host
Number of Listeners
Find out how many people listen to this podcast per episode and each month.

Similar Podcasts

People also subscribe to these shows.

Recent Guests

Stephen Hornby
Journalist and representative from the Toffee Blues discussing Everton
Toffee Blues
Episode: Everton vs Nottingham Forest opposition verdict | Return of Sean Dyche
Brian Laws
Former ace defender and BBC Radio Nottingham summariser
BBC Radio Nottingham
Episode: BONUS PODCAST | Brian Laws on Morgan Gibbs-White injury and Nottingham Forest's win at Liverpool
Seb Hutchinson
Sky Sports commentator and friend of the show
Episode: Seb Hutchinson on Nottingham Forest's chaotic season and the club's future
Graham Smyth
Leeds United reporter for the Yorkshire Evening Post.
Yorkshire Evening Post
Episode: Nottingham Forest vs Leeds United opposition view | Away woes to continue?
Franz Carr
Former Nottingham Forest Player and Cult Hero
Nottingham Forest
Episode: Dyche was my Forest apprentice | Clough memories | Wingers rated
Andrew Batista
A Porto fan and participant in the Long Ball Football podcast
Long Ball Futebol
Episode: Nottingham Forest vs Porto opposition verdict | Huge first test for Dyche
Chloe Mustaki
A professional footballer with a remarkable journey overseeing her battle with cancer and subsequent professional career
Nottingham Forest WFC
Episode: Chloe Mustaki on beating cancer and refusing to give up on football
Nathan Cantrill
Head of Foundation Phase at Nottingham Forest, involved in player development from under-7s to under-12s.
Nottingham Forest
Episode: Warren Joyce on coaching under Ferguson, Football Manager and his rugby legend mentor
Warren Joyce
Forest B Team Manager with extensive coaching experience including working under Sir Alex Ferguson.
Nottingham Forest
Episode: Warren Joyce on coaching under Ferguson, Football Manager and his rugby legend mentor

Host

Matt Davies
Host and producer known for his insightful discussions and interviews, bringing a deep connection to Nottingham Forest and its community.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 1.3k ratings
  • Franz Carr

    I just heard the interview with Franz Carr as I was driving home to Spain from the UK. The only word to use is brilliant.

    What an insight to fantastic Forest legend and such common sense. Well done for getting this Forest great onto the best Forest podcast and I hope that he will become a regular contributor to the show.

    The story about the post match interview with ‘Motty’ absolutely Clough classic down to Franz having to pay the apprentice £50

    Oh, ahhh Franzy Carr, I said oh ahhh Franzy Car... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    whitstable Speno
    United Kingdoma month ago
  • The Best Forest Podcast

    Love love love this podcast. It’s like therapy after a tough game as a fan and such a great cast of guests to celebrate the good times with. The professionalism and positivity shines through on this podcast. Nobody wants to hear our players being slagged off when they’re having a bad spell. FF crew Keep it balanced and logical and understand that we as fans should support our club not give them a hard time. Keep up the amazing work

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    doorlydj
    United Kingdoma month ago
  • Purtts is back!

    Where’s Feltch?

    More meat talk please

    Matt is the ‘host with the roast!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Arsher A
    United Kingdoma month ago
  • U-REDS 🔴⚪️

    Need to mix the presenters up, whenever that Pete Blackburns or the fans view, I now “MARK AS PLAYED” drags on & on, otherwise very good & informative.

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    Radfordred
    United Kingdom2 months ago
  • Excellent Forest podcast!!

    Love this podcast! Great discussions, great guests and lots of content! The diverse range of episodes also gives insight into less known areas including the women and youth teams! Great work!!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Major0ak
    United Kingdom2 months ago

Listeners Say

Key themes from listener reviews, highlighting what works and what could be improved about the show.

Listeners appreciate the insightful discussions and balanced critiques, often highlighting the informative analysis offered by hosts with experience in football.
Some listeners suggest a desire for different hosts in certain episodes to keep content fresh and engaging.
Many reviews mention the podcast's ability to connect fans to the club, making it feel like a supportive community.
The diverse range of guests also receives praise, showing a dedication to varied perspectives on Nottingham Forest.

Chart Rankings

How this podcast ranks in the Apple Podcasts, Spotify and YouTube charts.

Apple Podcasts
#159
United States/Sports/Soccer
Apple Podcasts
#27
United Kingdom/Sports/Soccer
Apple Podcasts
#70
United Kingdom/Sports
Apple Podcasts
#109
Canada/Sports/Soccer
Apple Podcasts
#47
Australia/Sports/Soccer
Apple Podcasts
#180
France/Sports/Soccer

Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Everton vs Nottingham Forest opposition verdict | Return of Sean Dyche
Q: How do you view this return of Sean Dyche?
Everton fans are grateful for Dyche keeping them up but recognize he's not the man to take them forward.
Everton vs Nottingham Forest opposition verdict | Return of Sean Dyche
Q: What do you make of the new stadium?
It may take a bit of getting used to for the fans, but the team is playing better, and the stadium is architecturally impressive.
Wolves vs Nottingham Forest opposition verdict | A first win of the season?
Q: How do you view Nottingham Forest, particularly under Dyche?
Forest has quality players and should be higher in the table, but they may have overachieved last season according to some.
Wolves vs Nottingham Forest opposition verdict | A first win of the season?
Q: Do you see any scenario where Wolves can mount a push to stay up?
While it seems unlikely, if Wolves perform as they did against Villa, they might still have a chance to win games and stay up.
Wolves vs Nottingham Forest opposition verdict | A first win of the season?
Q: Do you think this 5-3-2, 3-5-2 kind of formation is what you'll see consistently against Forest?
Yes, unless there are any injuries, the team performance against Villa suggests they will stick to this formation as it worked well.

Audience Metrics

Listeners, social reach, demographics and more for this podcast.

Listeners per Episode
Gender Skew
Location
Interests
Professions
Age Range
Household Income
Social Media Reach

Frequently Asked Questions About Forest Focus

What is Forest Focus about and what kind of topics does it cover?

This podcast offers a comprehensive and engaging insight into Nottingham Forest football club, featuring a mix of match previews, post-match analyses, and interviews with former players and fans. The episodes tackle various aspects of the team's performance, including tactical discussions, player evaluations, and club news, while emphasizing the emotional journey of supporters. Notably, the podcast maintains a balanced tone, encouraging constructive discussions instead of sensationalism, making it a refreshing listen for fans seeking a thoughtful perspective on their beloved club. With multiple episodes each week, it caters to fans looking to stay updated on Nottingham Forest's progression in the league.

Where can I find podcast stats for Forest Focus?

Rephonic provides a wide range of podcast stats for Forest Focus. We scanned the web and collated all of the information that we could find in our comprehensive podcast database. See how many people listen to Forest Focus and access YouTube viewership numbers, download stats, audience demographics, chart rankings, ratings, reviews and more.

How many listeners does Forest Focus get?

Rephonic provides a full set of podcast information for three million podcasts, including the number of listeners. View further listenership figures for Forest Focus, including podcast download numbers and subscriber numbers, so you can make better decisions about which podcasts to sponsor or be a guest on. You will need to upgrade your account to access this premium data.

What are the audience demographics for Forest Focus?

Rephonic provides comprehensive predictive audience data for Forest Focus, including gender skew, age, country, political leaning, income, professions, education level, and interests. You can access these listener demographics by upgrading your account.

How many subscribers and views does Forest Focus have?

To see how many followers or subscribers Forest Focus has on Spotify and other platforms such as Castbox and Podcast Addict, simply upgrade your account. You'll also find viewership figures for their YouTube channel if they have one.

How many episodes of Forest Focus are there?

Forest Focus launched 2 years ago and published 627 episodes to date. You can find more information about this podcast including rankings, audience demographics and engagement in our podcast database.

How do I contact Forest Focus?

Our systems regularly scour the web to find email addresses and social media links for this podcast. We scanned the web and collated all of the contact information that we could find in our podcast database. But in the unlikely event that you can't find what you're looking for, our concierge service lets you request our research team to source better contacts for you.

Where can I see ratings and reviews for Forest Focus?

Rephonic pulls ratings and reviews for Forest Focus from multiple sources, including Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Castbox, and Podcast Addict.

View all the reviews in one place instead of visiting each platform individually and use this information to decide if a show is worth pitching or not.

How do I access podcast episode transcripts for Forest Focus?

Rephonic provides full transcripts for episodes of Forest Focus. Search within each transcript for your keywords, whether they be topics, brands or people, and figure out if it's worth pitching as a guest or sponsor. You can even set-up alerts to get notified when your keywords are mentioned.

What guests have appeared on Forest Focus?

Recent guests on Forest Focus include:

1. Stephen Hornby
2. Brian Laws
3. Seb Hutchinson
4. Graham Smyth
5. Franz Carr
6. Andrew Batista
7. Chloe Mustaki
8. Nathan Cantrill

To view more recent guests and their details, simply upgrade your Rephonic account. You'll also get access to a typical guest profile to help you decide if the show is worth pitching.

Find and pitch the right podcasts

We help savvy brands, marketers and PR professionals to find the right podcasts for any topic or niche. Get the data and contacts you need to pitch podcasts at scale and turn listeners into customers.
Try it free for 7 days