The stories behind the back pages, delivered with authority, knowledge, and humour from the reporters in the stands and at the training grounds. The definitive Manchester City podcast from the heart of the press box. Every week on Talking City, hosts Alex James and chief City correspondent Simon Bajkowski (Manchester Evening News) deliver unfiltered news, tactical breakdowns, and genuine insider insight direct from the Etihad. Expect insights, expertise and fresh takes from both on and off the pitch, with Alex and Si sharing moments from the mix zone, press conferences, and chats with players, coaches and Citizens. Whether we’re pu...
Latest episodes
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34 min
'Guardiola wouldn't have done that in a MILLION years': Foden unleashed | Trusting the kids
Jack Flintham and Simon Bajkowski dive into Manchester City's dominant 5-1 Champions League victory over AEK Athens. The duo breaks down Enzo Maresca's bold squad rotation, Floyd S…
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23 min
'City fans BOOED the Premier League anthem!" 🍌 | Haaland Injury Scare & 7 Wins From 7
Manchester City make it seven wins from seven to stay top of the Premier League, but the real story was in the stands! Alex James and Simon Bajkowski break down a wild weekend at t…
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23 min
"Unbelievable Football!" | Man City vs PSG Reaction, Squad Rotation & Ipswich Preview
Welcome back to the Talking City Podcast with Alex James and Simon Bajkowski. In this episode, we react to the thrilling 4-2 clash against PSG and discuss whether Manchester City i…
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34 min
'Perfect panto VILLAINS': City fans don't need to defend themselves | Liverpool 0-3 Manchester City
Alex James and Simon Bajkowski break down a surreal and defiant weekend for Manchester City on the latest edition of the Talking City podcast. Despite the noise surrounding the clu…
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27 min
'NO CONCERNS': City RESILIENT ahead of Liverpool clash as charges saga rolls on
Alex James is joined by Simon Bajkowski with the fallout from Manchester City's guilty verdict of financial charges looming large over their trip to Liverpool. Enzo Maresca did his…
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27 min
'It's got VERY MESSY over the last week': can Manchester City players ignore 114 charges drama?
Alex James is joined by Simon Bajkowski to discuss the continued drama over the 114 Premier League charges against Manchester City. They discuss City's "sarky" comments, the price…
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33 min
"This is SEISMIC": defiant City accused of SHAM by Premier League | 115 Charges Verdict: What Next?
Manchester City has been found guilty of 114 of the 115 financial charges brought by the Premier League. In this emergency episode of the Talking City podcast, Alex James and Chief…
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31 min
'It won't take away the MEMORIES' | Manchester City 115 charges explained | What happens NEXT?
Alex James and Chief City Writer Simon Bajkowski react to the latest leaks surrounding Manchester City’s ongoing Premier League financial charges case. They break down the club Cha…
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30 min
'Better to win 1-0 than 5-3?' It's still TOO EARLY to judge Maresca's football
Alex James is joined by Simon Bajkowski to look back at City's entertaining 5-3 victory against Sunderland. They discuss Maresca's style of football, City's defending, and why Enzo…
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28 min
"Everything is PAYING OFF for Maresca": FIVE-star City youngsters shine in Carabao Cup
Simon Bajkowski and Jack Flintham discuss Manchester City’s 5-0 win over Norwich City in the Carabao Cup, new sensation Floyd Samba and look ahead to the final Premier League match…
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33 min
Phil Foden RED CARD & Manchester Derby DRAMA! | 10-man City Defeat United | Post-Match Reaction
In this episode of the Talking City Podcast, host Simon Bajkowski is joined by City fan, author, and City Fans Foodbank co-founder Alex Timperley to break down a dramatic Mancheste…
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29 min
Maresca Masterclass in Porto, Bouaddi's Rise, Alan Shearer Negativity & Manchester Derby Preview
Welcome back to Talking City with Alex James and Chief City Writer Simon Bajkowski!In today’s episode, the team breaks down Manchester City’s huge 2-0 Champions League away victory…
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39 min
Engineering Future Player 2.0: Thomas Kruecken on Manchester City's Academy Secrets
Manchester City Academy Director Thomas Kruecken sits down with Simon Bajkowski for an exclusive look at how the club engineers the next generation of elite footballers. From embra…
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39 min
"Different versions of the TRUTH": how did Manchester City perform in the transfer window?
It is the day after the night before: the transfer window is officially SHUT and Alex James is joined by Simon Bajkowski to discuss Manchester City's busy summer in the transfer ma…
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27 min
'Savinho will NOT be missed!': CHAOS or organised chaos in transfer market for Manchester City
Alex James and Simon Bajkowski discuss the upcoming busy week in the transfer window for Manchester City. They also chat about Enzo Maresca's "muddled" team selection, and who coul…
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24 min
"A MASSIVE few days for recruitment": transfers under the microscope at Manchester City
Alex James and Simon Bajkowski look at the ins and outs at the Etihad, and what is expected to be a "massive 10 days" for Manchester City in the transfer window. They also look ahe…
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25 min
'City players BUY into Maresca's ideas': FA Community Shield preview | Arsenal v Man City
Recording from the Manchester City Joie Stadium, Alex James and Simon Bajkowski preview City's Community Shield clash. They discuss transfer ins and outs at the Etihad, Enzo Maresc…
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29 min
The ONE thing that Rodri OWES Manchester City: Barcelona need to find the cash for City midfielder
Alex James speaks to Simon Bajkowski on his way back from Manchester City's pre-season trip to Asia, catching up on a busy time for Enzo Maresca's side. They discuss whether Rodri…
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29 min
Grealish LEFT OUT of Tour Squad?! 😳 | Savinho to Spurs Latest & City's Asian Pre-Season
Alex James is joined by Chief Manchester City writer Simon Bajkowski straight from Hong Kong as Manchester City touch down for their pre-season tour! In this episode, Alex and Si b…
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34 min
Olive branch for Grealish? | £80m MINIMUM for Rodri | Maresca officially unveiled | Talking City
Alex James is joined by Simon Bajkowski to discuss Enzo Maresca's first press conference as Manchester City head coach this afternoon. They discuss the popularity of the ex-Chelsea…