Episodes

  • HEARTS TRANSFER LATEST _ Laurent Mendy intersest _ Devlin comparison _ Players to keep an eye on
    Jan 22 2026

    Heart of Midlothian are continuing to look at the transfer market to bring players to the club. The club have added Islam Chesnokov and Jordi Altena this month. They are set to sign Rogers Mato, while they are pursuing midfielder Laurent Mendy and a striker.

    Joel is joined by scout and consultant Kai Watson to discuss arrivals, potential arrivals and Hearts' recruitment.

    How do Hearts replace Cammy Devlin: Transfer move, in-house options, Tait suggestion - https://www.heartsstandard.co.uk/news/25774195.hearts-replace-cammy-devlin-transfer-target-in-house-options/

    Who is Hearts target Laurent Mendy: Versatility, late developer, comparison - https://www.heartsstandard.co.uk/news/25782756.hearts-target-laurent-mendy-ngorgie-kante-versatility/

    Forest Green Rovers stance on Hearts target Laurent Mendy revealed after bid - https://www.heartsstandard.co.uk/news/25787654.savage-said-hearts-interest-laurent-mendy/

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    30 mins
  • HEARTS LATEST | Lawrence Shankland injury BLOW | Deal agreed for Rogers Mato January transfer
    Jan 20 2026

    Heart of Midlothian have suffered a second injury blow in the space of a week. Following news Cammy Devlin would miss 6-8 weeks, it has now been confirmed that Lawrence Shankland will be absent for the same period.

    Joel is joined by Mark Donaldson to react to the Shankland news and discuss the impending arrival of Rogers Mato following the agreement of a deal with FK Vardar.

    Hearts reveal Lawrence Shankland injury blow as top scorer set to miss key games - https://www.heartsstandard.co.uk/news/25780439.hearts-reveal-lawrence-shankland-injury-blow/

    Hearts agree deal for Rogers Mato - latest on the January transfer of the winger - https://www.heartsstandard.co.uk/news/25780555.hearts-agree-january-move-winger-transfer-advanced-stage/

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    Subscribe for £1 for 6 months to the Hearts Standard, for the chance to win 2x hospitality tickets for Hearts v Celtic on January 25 in the European Executive lounge.

    Current subs will be eligible to enter via the competition page - https://www.heartsstandard.co.uk/competitions/?utm_source=youtube&utm_campaign=hs_sales

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    Hearts Standard is delighted to be sponsored by Campbell Muir.

    Campbell Muir is a premium search firm challenging the status quo in the UK and US insurance markets. Working with senior insurance professionals globally, they focus on placing elite talent into some of the world’s top insurance brokerages. They are scaling fast and are always looking for high-calibre recruiters in Scotland to help build something exceptional. You can find them at www.campbell-muir.com

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    31 mins
  • HEARTS LATEST | Life without Cammy Devlin | What he brings and how to replace him
    Jan 19 2026

    Joel and Craig discuss the loss of Cammy Devlin to injury and how it could impact Heart of Midlothian's season.
    #heartsfc #heartofmidlothian #scottishpremiership #spfl #scottishfootball #scottishcup

    More at heartsstandard.co.uk

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    Hearts Standard is delighted to be sponsored by Campbell Muir.

    Campbell Muir is a premium search firm challenging the status quo in the UK and US insurance markets.

    Working with senior insurance professionals globally, they focus on placing elite talent into some of the world’s top insurance brokerages.

    They are scaling fast and are always looking for high-calibre recruiters in Scotland to help build something exceptional.

    You can find them at www.campbell-muir.com

    Support the show: https://www.heartsstandard.co.uk/subscribe

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    34 mins
  • REACTION | Team selection | Impact of injuries | Hearts 1-1(p) Falkirk | Scottish Cup
    Jan 18 2026

    Joel and Craig analyse the Scottish Cup exit after Hearts lost out on penalties to Falkirk in the fourth round. They look at the team selection, the VAR decision, the substitutions and the injuries that are piling up.
    #heartsfc #heartofmidlothian #scottishpremiership #spfl #scottishfootball #scottishcup

    Instant analysis: How Hearts exited the Scottish Cup at the end of a costly week
    https://www.heartsstandard.co.uk/news/25774171.hearts-exited-scottish-cup-end-costly-week/

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    Hearts Standard is delighted to be sponsored by Campbell Muir.

    Campbell Muir is a premium search firm challenging the status quo in the UK and US insurance markets.

    Working with senior insurance professionals globally, they focus on placing elite talent into some of the world’s top insurance brokerages.

    They are scaling fast and are always looking for high-calibre recruiters in Scotland to help build something exceptional.

    You can find them at www.campbell-muir.com

    Support the show: https://www.heartsstandard.co.uk/subscribe

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    32 mins
  • REACTION | Hearts 2-0 St Mirren | ANOTHER win with 10 men | SIX points clear
    Jan 15 2026

    Heart of Midlothian defeated St Mirren 2-0 on Wednesday night at Tynecastle Park. Oh, and they did it with 10-men only a few days on from beating Dundee with 10 men. Craig and Joel analyse the win as Hearts opened up a six-point lead at the top of the Scottish Premiership. They wax lyrical about te team performance, highlight Derek McInnes' key decisions, pinpoint the performances of Blair Spittal, Lawrence Shankland, Harry Milne and more.
    #heartsfc #heartofmidlothian #scottishpremiership #spfl #scottishfootball

    Instant analysis: How Hearts only needed 10 men to go six points clear at the top
    https://www.heartsstandard.co.uk/news/25766405.hearts-needed-10-men-go-six-points-clear-top/

    Derek McInnes on Rogers Mato hope, Hearts pride and Baningime tears
    https://www.heartsstandard.co.uk/news/25766883.derek-mcinnes-rogers-mato-hope-hearts-pride-baningime-tears/

    Derek McInnes provides Cammy Devlin update and Stephen Kingsley injury blow - https://www.heartsstandard.co.uk/news/25766476.hearts-boss-provides-cammy-devlin-stephen-kingsley-injury-update/

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    Hearts Standard is delighted to be sponsored by Campbell Muir.

    Campbell Muir is a premium search firm challenging the status quo in the UK and US insurance markets.

    Working with senior insurance professionals globally, they focus on placing elite talent into some of the world’s top insurance brokerages.

    They are scaling fast and are always looking for high-calibre recruiters in Scotland to help build something exceptional.

    You can find them at www.campbell-muir.com

    Support the show: https://www.heartsstandard.co.uk/subscribe

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    12 mins
  • HEARTS LATEST | Behind Dundee game plan | Transfer update | St Mirren preview
    Jan 13 2026

    Heart of Midlothian are back in action on Wednesday night when they host St Mirren. Joel and Craig look ahead to the fixture and the injuries on either side. They also reflect on Derek McInnes' game plan from the weekend's win and discuss the latest transfer news.

    Hearts' game plan explained: Derek McInnes' smart subs and defend at all costs - https://www.heartsstandard.co.uk/news/25759916.inside-hearts-gameplan-found-new-way-win-v-dundee/

    Hearts winger Alan Forrest attracting transfer interest from Premiership side - https://www.heartsstandard.co.uk/news/25758550.hearts-winger-attracting-transfer-interest-premiership-side/

    St Mirren set to be without SIX for Hearts clash, referee and TV details - https://www.heartsstandard.co.uk/news/25760187.st-mirren-set-without-six-hearts-clash-referee-tv-details/

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    COMPETITION

    Subscribe for £1 for 6 months to the Hearts Standard, for the chance to win 2x hospitality tickets for Hearts v Celtic on January 25 in the European Executive lounge.

    Current subs will be eligible to enter via the competition page - https://www.heartsstandard.co.uk/competitions/

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    Hearts Standard is delighted to be sponsored by Campbell Muir.

    Campbell Muir is a premium search firm challenging the status quo in the UK and US insurance markets.

    Working with senior insurance professionals globally, they focus on placing elite talent into some of the world’s top insurance brokerages. They are scaling fast and are always looking for high-calibre recruiters in Scotland to help build something exceptional.

    You can find them at www.campbell-muir.com

    Support the show: https://www.heartsstandard.co.uk/subscribe

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    36 mins
  • HEARTS FAN DISCUSSION: How to improve the Tynecastle Park atmosphere
    Jan 12 2026

    A key talking point amongst Hearts fans in recent weeks has been around the Tynecastle Park atmosphere and the impact the club's support can have on the team's title charge.

    To discuss the topic, how it can be improved, where it can be improved and how important it can be, Mark Donaldson of Scarves Around the Funnel hosts a live fan forum.

    He is joined by Joel Sked, editor of Hearts Standard, Barry Anderson, Hearts correspondent for the Edinburgh Evening News, Liam Corbett from This is My Story podcast, former Hearts player Allan Preston and Scott McIntosh of Scarves Around the Funnel.

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    1 hr and 15 mins
  • REACTION | Dundee 0-1 Hearts | Craig Gordon's world-class save | A sign of champions?
    Jan 12 2026

    Derek McInnes after Dundee 0-1 Hearts in the Scottish Premiership.

    The Heart of Midlothian head coach said the 10-man victory was the best win of the season. McInnes spoke about Craig Gordon's heroics, the left-back situation after injuries to Harry Milne and Stephen Kingsley ahead of the match and the performance of Jamie McCart.
    #heartsfc #heartofmidlothian #scottishpremiership #spfl #scottishfootball

    Instant analysis: How Hearts should their bottle for title fight with 10-man Dundee win
    https://www.heartsstandard.co.uk/news/25756225.hearts-bottle-title-fight-10-man-dundee-win/

    Derek McInnes: Hearts win at Dundee 'best three points of the season'
    https://www.heartsstandard.co.uk/news/25756284.derek-mcinnes-hearts-win-dundee-best-three-points-season

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    Hearts Standard is delighted to be sponsored by Campbell Muir.

    Campbell Muir is a premium search firm challenging the status quo in the UK and US insurance markets. Working with senior insurance professionals globally, they focus on placing elite talent into some of the world’s top insurance brokerages. They are scaling fast and are always looking for high-calibre recruiters in Scotland to help build something exceptional. You can find them at www.campbell-muir.com

    Support the show: https://www.heartsstandard.co.uk/subscribe

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    16 mins