UK & Ireland Minnesota Vikings Fan Club Podcast

Ep. 90 - Weekly Vikings Therapy Session

Another week, another loss, another dose of podcast therapy required!
This week BDR, Reece and TPJ are here as your highly unqualified therapists to break down the Minnesota misery and loss to the Packers. However, it is not all doom and gloom! There is hope on the horizon and plenty to be thankful for, as we take an early look ahead to 2026, give you what we are thankful for as we come up to Thanksgiving, and announce the next set of watch parties ahead of our December 7th matchup against the Washington Commanders.
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Ep. 89 – JJ McCarthy, Drops & Border Battle Nerves

BDR – Big Deal Rich – is joined by John and Daz as the UK & Ireland Minnesota Vikings Fan Club Podcast reacts to the frustrating home loss to the Chicago Bears. The lads dive into JJ McCarthy’s fifth start, dropped passes, special teams disasters and whether Kevin O’Connell is really setting his young quarterback up to succeed.
They also recap the UK & Ireland watch parties in Leeds and London, talk about the bizarre state of the NFL this season, and look ahead to a massive NFC North border battle at Lambeau Field against the Green Bay Packers with score predictions and cautious optimism.
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Ep. 88 – Ravens Fallout, Mid-Season Grades & Bears Preview

The Vikings’ loss to the Ravens sparked heated debate among the crew — but is it time to panic or just trust the process? 💜 This week, Big Deal Rich, TPJ, John, and Daz unpack the chaos, share mid-season grades, and preview the upcoming clash with the Bears.
It’s a fun discussion on this week’s UK & Ireland Minnesota Vikings Fan Club Podcast!We break down the Ravens defeat, from JJ McCarthy’s rookie struggles and KOC’s play-calling controversy to 13 penalties that cost us dearly. Darren reads a heartfelt open letter from a lifelong Vikings fan about modern fandom and loyalty, while BDR delivers a fiery rant about accountability and coaching decisions.Then it’s onto “Boy Done Good, Boy Done Bad,” mid-season report cards, and final score predictions for the Vikings vs Bears showdown — with a few laughs, stats, and therapy along the way.
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⏱️ Chapters:00:00 Intro & Hellos01:45 TPJ’s NFL Round-Up06:20 Vikings vs Ravens Knee-Jerk Reactions09:00 JJ McCarthy’s Growing Pains17:00 The Open Letter – “What It Means To Be A Fan”24:00 Boy Done Good / Boy Done Bad33:00 Jefferson’s Form Debate43:00 KOC Under Fire54:00 JJ McCarthy’s Learning Curve1:04:00 Mid-Season Grades1:08:30 Bears Preview & Predictions1:12:30 Wrap-Up & Goodbye Gentlemen
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Ep. 87 – Vikings Stun the Lions! JJ Returns & KOC Redeems Himself

The Vikings shocked everyone with a hard-fought 27–24 win over the Detroit Lions — and the crew is fired up! 🔥TPJ, Reece, John, and Darren dive into JJ McCarthy’s comeback, Cashman & Wilson’s defensive masterclass, and KOC’s gutsy play-calling that finally paid off.
There’s plenty of laughter, heated debate, and genuine analysis as we look ahead to facing Lamar Jackson and the Ravens — plus a little trade deadline speculation for good measure.
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Ep. 86 - Chargers Collapse, Wentz Fallout & Lions Preview

The crew goes live after the Minnesota Vikings’ painful loss to the Chargers — and emotions run high! Host Big Deal Rich is joined by TPJ, Reece, John, and Club Dad Darren for unfiltered reactions, heated debates, and a few laughs along the way.
From Carson Wentz’s nightmare outing to coaching questions and defensive breakdowns, the team doesn’t hold back. There’s even some cautious optimism (and plenty of sarcasm) as they preview next week’s matchup against the Detroit Lions.
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Ep. 85 - Eagles Fallout, Chargers Preview

The UK & Ireland Minnesota Vikings Fan Club Podcast returns for another wild week of purple chaos! 🟣
With BDR away, TPJ steps up to host — joined by Reece, John, and a slightly tipsy Darren — to dissect the Vikings’ frustrating home loss to the Philadelphia Eagles.
The crew break down Carson Wentz’s red-zone meltdown, Justin Jefferson’s shocking drop, and whether the defense or coaching deserves more of the blame. Expect passionate debates, sharp analysis, and some classic UK Vikings humour as tempers flare and mics cut out! 🎙️
They also preview Thursday Night Football vs the Chargers, including bold score predictions, key player battles, and whether the Vikings can bounce back after another heartbreaker.
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Ep.84 - Bye Week Banter, Eagles on Deck & The Vikings QB1 Debate

BDR hosts with John, Darren, and TPJ for a lively bye-week check-in. We blitz through the weekend’s results, unpack the Giants–Eagles oddity, and ask the question on every fan’s mind: who should start at QB vs Philadelphia — Carson Wentz or J.J. McCarthy? We also hit the injury updates (Cashman’s window, practice expectations for JJ/Jurgens/Jackson), a quick stock take on IPJ vs Eric Wilson, and close with bold score predictions.
Quote of the episode: “Do you chase wins now or play the long game and let JJ learn?”
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Ep. 83 – London Game Reactions & Tottenham Takeaways

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This week BDR hosts a full house with Reece, John, Darren, and TPJ as the crew relives an incredible weekend in London!
🏟️ We break down the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium experience, the atmosphere, and our reactions to Sunday’s Vikings international game.
🎙️ The team share personal highlights from the weekend and what the event means for the UK fan community.
A packed, fun, and heartfelt debrief from one unforgettable game day.
 
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Ep 82 - The Dublin Viking Experience & London Preview

After a disastrous showing in Dublin the Vikings look to bounce back against the Browns.
🏈 Who can still hold their head high after Dublin?
🚲 John gives us an update from his second overnight stop of The Purple Pedal.
🔑 Plus, What must the Vikings start doing to beat the Browns in London?
 
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Ep. 81 – Bengals Beaten, Dublin Awaits

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This week BDR hosts and is joined by John, TPJ, and club “Dad” Darren to celebrate a huge win over the Cincinnati Bengals and look ahead to the Vikings’ big game in Dublin vs the Steelers next week.
🐅 Reaction to the statement victory over Cincinnati☘️ Hype building for the international game in Dublin🎬 The return of Billy’s Plays
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