The Wasps Nest Podcast

By Kevin Gallagher, Kieren Mooney

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A look at all things Alloa Athletic

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July 30, 2025 Episode 109 - Setting The Standard
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We are back as the Wasps conclude their outstanding Premier Sports Cup group campaign with a thrilling last minute win against Airdrie.

We chat through impressive performances from new boys Liam McFarlane and Owen Foster, as well as how dominating our midfield could be this season, before signing the praises of Steven Buchanan and his goal contributions.

We chat through the draw for the last 16 which sees us face a trip to Ibrox to face Rangers.

Then it's on to the new League 1 season starting this Saturday as Craig Telfer joins us to preview Stenhousemuir v Alloa.

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Music:
Posteriosis by Shane Ivers - https://www.silvermansound.com
Higher Up by Shane Ivers - https://www.silvermansound.com
Savour The Moment by Shane Ivers - https://www.silvermansound.com
Building Inspiration by Shane Ivers - https://www.silvermansound.com
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1h 7min
July 23, 2025 Episode 108 - Back From The Abyss
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It's only been three and a half months...

We are back on the mics as season 25/26 starts in earnest, but start with a look at how last season finished and the ins and outs on the squad front.

Then it's on to talk about what's been happening on the pitch, with preseason friendlies and the start of the Premier Sports Cup Group stage as the Wasps get off to a flyer taking maximum points so far along with a Premiership scalp along the way.

We finish up chatting through preseason preparations on the Women's side as they long ahead to the new campaign.

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Music:
Posteriosis by Shane Ivers - https://www.silvermansound.com
Higher Up by Shane Ivers - https://www.silvermansound.com
Savour The Moment by Shane Ivers - https://www.silvermansound.com
Building Inspiration by Shane Ivers - https://www.silvermansound.com
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1h 9min
April 02, 2025 Episode 107 - March Misery
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The boys reflect back on a miserable March as we return to the mics.

We chat through the last 5 games with a focus on the disappointing defeat to an already relegated Dumbarton last Saturday.

We take a look at PJ's performances this season and also comment on the latest unfortunate injury for David Devine.

Then it's on to look ahead to the short trip to Ochilview this weekend as Craig Telfer joins us again to preview a crunch game against the Warriors.

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Music:
Posteriosis by Shane Ivers - https://www.silvermansound.com
Higher Up by Shane Ivers - https://www.silvermansound.com
Savour The Moment by Shane Ivers - https://www.silvermansound.com
Building Inspiration by Shane Ivers - https://www.silvermansound.com
...more
1h 40min
February 26, 2025 Episode 106 - Scenes
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Where do we start?!

It's back to back wins for the Wasps as a potential run at the League 1 title may have been kickstarted with Morgan Neil's last minute heroics at Galabank.

We talk up the Women's team's thumping victory, deserved recognition for John Glencross as A View From The Terrace comes to visit the Football Memories group and the Alloa Memorabilia Exhibition, and we couldn't skip by a certain managerial appointment made this week.

Eventually we get on to cover all the talking points from an epic encounter against Annan, before looking ahead to Cove Rangers visiting the Recs this weekend.

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Music:
Posteriosis by Shane Ivers - https://www.silvermansound.com
Higher Up by Shane Ivers - https://www.silvermansound.com
Savour The Moment by Shane Ivers - https://www.silvermansound.com
Building Inspiration by Shane Ivers - https://www.silvermansound.com
...more
1h 10min
February 19, 2025 Episode 105 - Home Comforts At Last
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A WIN AT HOME!

The boys are back to celebrate Alloa doubling up at home last weekend as both the men's and women's teams recorded comfortable wins. We kick off with The Women's 3-0 victory over Glasgow Girls & Women Academy before talking through the men's 2-0 win over Kelty Hearts.

We look at what else happened around League 1 last Saturday before previewing the upcoming trip to Galabank, as the Wasps look to remain unbeaten through February.

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Music:
Posteriosis by Shane Ivers - https://www.silvermansound.com
Higher Up by Shane Ivers - https://www.silvermansound.com
Savour The Moment by Shane Ivers - https://www.silvermansound.com
Building Inspiration by Shane Ivers - https://www.silvermansound.com
...more
1h 1min
February 11, 2025 Episode 104 - Cammy's Coming Of Age
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This week we look back at the Wasps business in the January transfer window as we welcome in a couple of youngsters on loan and look at the departure of Shay Nevans.

Then it's on to look over the 2-2 draw at Montrose, as Cammy O'Donnell grabbed the headlines with a wonder goal and all round dominating second half display.

Finally, we look ahead to the visit of Kelty Hearts this Saturday as new boss Charlie Mulgrew brings the Maroon Machine to the Recs.

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Music:
Posteriosis by Shane Ivers - https://www.silvermansound.com
Higher Up by Shane Ivers - https://www.silvermansound.com
Savour The Moment by Shane Ivers - https://www.silvermansound.com
Building Inspiration by Shane Ivers - https://www.silvermansound.com
...more
1h 14min
January 21, 2025 Episode 103 - Injury Woes
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Lots to get through this week as the boys kick off with reviewing the women's victory over Cumbernauld Colts and the men's draw against Queen of the South.

We then dive in to the transfer window and how the current injury crisis may be playing its part in the lack of movement so far.

Then it's on to discuss the ultras recent statement and talk through supporter behaviour in general.

Finally, we wrap up by looking ahead to the visit of Casey Thistle this coming Saturday, as we try to work out who might be available for the Wasps.

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Music:
Posteriosis by Shane Ivers - https://www.silvermansound.com
Higher Up by Shane Ivers - https://www.silvermansound.com
Savour The Moment by Shane Ivers - https://www.silvermansound.com
Building Inspiration by Shane Ivers - https://www.silvermansound.com
...more
1h 25min
January 08, 2025 Episode 102 - Dreadful December, Joyful January?
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An extended break from the podcast while the Wasps suffer a string of December defeats...it's purely coincidence!

We return to review a disastrous December that contained only a single win at Kelty Hearts, before reviewing Saturday's impressive win against the league leaders at Gayfield.

Then it's on to talk through this weekend's game as Queen of the South visit The Recs.

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Music:
Posteriosis by Shane Ivers - https://www.silvermansound.com
Higher Up by Shane Ivers - https://www.silvermansound.com
Savour The Moment by Shane Ivers - https://www.silvermansound.com
Building Inspiration by Shane Ivers - https://www.silvermansound.com
...more
1h 28min
December 19, 2024 Special Episode - Heart Of The Game
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This week's episode is something different, but it may be the most important episode we ever do.

The highs and lows of Alloa's season are put to one side as guest host Craig Telfer is joined by Kieren Mooney, Ricky Saez, Michael Cross and David Rooney to talk about Heart of the Game.

Listen as each guest talks passionately about their inspiration for being part of Saturday's charity match at the Recs, how issues with mental health have affected them personally, and discuss some of the ways each of them use to cope with those moments when life gets more difficult.

This episode is designed to start conversations and spread awareness. If you feel able, please consider donating to Heart of the Game on the Just Giving link below.

https://www.justgiving.com/page/heartofthegame-samh-footballmatch

https://www.instagram.com/heartofthegame/profilecard/?igsh=MTZ3a3V3c2pmMmRtNw==

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Music:
Posteriosis by Shane Ivers - https://www.silvermansound.com
Higher Up by Shane Ivers - https://www.silvermansound.com
Savour The Moment by Shane Ivers - https://www.silvermansound.com
Building Inspiration by Shane Ivers - https://www.silvermansound.com
...more
54min
November 28, 2024 Episode 101 - Friday Night Lights
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After the excitement of episode 100 we are back to business this week!

We start by covering a couple of defeats - The Women's team losing to Linlithgow Rose and the Men suffering a 1-0 defeat in the highlands.

Then its on to discuss Friday night's Scottish Cup 3rd round tie against Dumbarton.

Fraser Clark joins us to discuss a busy couple of weeks at the Rock.

Follow us on Twitter @waspsnestpod

Music:
Posteriosis by Shane Ivers - https://www.silvermansound.com
Higher Up by Shane Ivers - https://www.silvermansound.com
Savour The Moment by Shane Ivers - https://www.silvermansound.com
Building Inspiration by Shane Ivers - https://www.silvermansound.com
...more
1h 18min

FAQs about The Wasps Nest Podcast:

How many episodes does The Wasps Nest Podcast have?

The podcast currently has 120 episodes available.