The Paisley Pirates recorded their first live podcast at the Wynd Centre this month.
The event, which took place on September 12, was attended by a large number of fans who enjoyed the rare chance to hear from club legends.
Hosted by Calum Wilson, the podcast featured two club icons: Phil Connor and former captain John Kidd, heroes of the club’s 1997 Scottish Cup victory.
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The live podcast was a mix of laughter, memories and fan interaction.
Comedian Neil “The Wee Man” Bratchpiece warmed the club up with jokes before the conversation took a more reflective turn.
Kidd and Connor shared stories from the 1997 Cup victory, life playing for the Pirates and how grassroots hockey in Scotland has changed.
Fans were also given the chance to ask questions, ranging from tactical queries to personal recollections.
Hailed as a success, the live podcast event was described as a celebration of Paisley’s hockey history, enjoyed by both long-time supporters and new fans.
Kidd and Connor shared stories from the 1997 Cup victory, life playing for the Pirates and how grassroots hockey in Scotland has changed.
Fans were also given the chance to ask questions, ranging from tactical queries to personal recollections.
Hailed as a success, the live podcast event was described as a celebration of Paisley’s hockey history, enjoyed by both long-time supporters and new fans.
The live episode will be released on September 22 at 4pm across the club’s channels and on major podcast platforms, ensuring all those who couldn’t attend the event can still enjoy the experience.
Paisley Pirates extended their gratitude to the attendees and the volunteers who helped organise the event.
They also thanked the sponsors and partners who support the club’s activities and media projects.
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Founded in 1946, the Paisley Pirates are a volunteer-run community amateur sports club (CASC) with strong ties to Renfrewshire.
The club’s podcast, live events and community outreach efforts are aimed at keeping local sports accessible and recognising the contributions of volunteers, players and supporters.
The podcast is part of the club’s efforts to connect fans with the team off the ice.
With the 2025/26 season underway, the Pirates continue to engage with the community both on and off the ice.
Fans can look forward to the live episode being available on Spotify, Amazon Music, Audible, Castbox and the Paisley Pirates YouTube channel.
Updates on fixtures, the podcast and other club news can be found on the Paisley Pirates website.
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