A masterpiece, Robbo I’ll never forget where I was sitting, watching Grandstand that day. Excited that my mate, who played beside me in the back row as we won the U.13’s cup a couple of weeks early, was super excited to be travelling over to game. My first thoughts of a Bradford City fire, soon became far more horrific. My mate was in the Main Stand so he was physically fine thankfully. I have been able to get on with my life. I still weep, not least during your piece here, for the huge numbers who have been prevented from doing so. Remembering also the Stardust victims, who only during the week here in Dublin achieved an unlawful killing verdict….. from 1981! The c*nts locked the windows and doors, thereby incinerating 48 innocent St Valentine’s nightclubbers Justice YNWA
Sometimes the job of the interviewer isnt to bombard the interviewee with questions, sonetimes its the job of the interviewer to know when to just sit back and let the guest speak, this was a perfect example of that. Thankyou Robbo for letting this great man speak, and thankyou Pvil for all you have done and continue to do. A fantastic interview all round
Met Phil in Belfast great truth seeker great champion for justice very privileged to have chatted with him & thanks for the book Phil YNWA , Anandla Awethu , Tiocfadhi Ar La 🇮🇪✊🏾🇵🇸✊🏻🇿🇦✊🏾🇾🇪✊🏻
Words can't describe what Phil has done and meant. He helped me, and some others, to rid a Hillsborough denier in the US media who had his own tv and radio show. The Truth won out that day. God Bless Phil.
Thanks for sharing Robbo. Humbling, grounding and a privilege to hear from someone that represents hard work, diligence, determination and justice in the face of adversity. Thank you Phil.
We're lucky to have had someone like Phil fighting in our corner. For a long time his book felt like one of the few rays of hope for the Justice campaign. Great interview too.
Wonderful man and a great interview. I wasn't born when Hillsborough happened but when old enough to understand I looked into it to know as much as I could, it's something I've been able to educate my son about now as well. The documentary he was involved in a few years ago was heartbreaking but the strength shown by the bereaved families and what Phil did to help in their fight for justice is remarkable. I've taken up reading again and will be buying his book.
So powerful this, Gareth. Phil is a source of inspiration and his book is fantastic. His tireless work must continue to be shared in the manner you have done here. The strength he and many others showed in supporting the families should continually be applauded. It never ceases to shock and disgust me how elements of 'The Establishment' sought to subvert this process. His retelling of the phonecall he received is reminiscent of the flim 'A Very British Coup'. Massive kudos to you for this.
When Phil spoke his first sentence I knew I was going call him a hero, along with all the family members who fought harder than many know. The Hillsborough cover up, is just like the miners strike, the establishment simply using the might of their boots (i.e. their establishment friends) to keep people down. The current comparison is the Post Officers fight, which is proof that we need the Hillsborough law. Thank you to all the Hillsborough families who fought so hard for decades you have my total respect beyond when my light dies.
Thank you for everything you do to help educate the wider public, esp outside Liverpool, on this tragedy. It's very hard for me to fully relate to the events of 35 years ago. I turned 15 the day after Hillsborough (and April 15 is also my name day) and as such I will always remember watching the TV coverage and the narrative unfold. I was too young to fully understand what was *really* going on, and not being from the city (and essentially being a foreigner in general), then seeing the newspaper headlines etc... It took years to really understand the extent of the injustice that's still going on around those events. Even then I cannot claim to *feel* what it feels like for those born and/or raised in the city. I can only offer my condolences and support, from afar, which on some level could be perceived as shallow and disingenuous (but aren't intended to be). A tragedy like that is a tragedy for humanity in general. As Martin Luther King said "Injustice anywhere is a threat to justice everywhere. We are caught in an inescapable network of mutuality, tied in a single garment of destiny. Whatever affects one directly, affects all indirectly." And I believe that. I'm grateful that I chose to support this team - even if it was, at the time, because they were the best and I wanted to have bragging rights in the classroom. As I got older I learned about the city, the working class struggle, the way they were treated by the Tories, and how they managed to get through. The team reflect that. We had no right to win the CL in 2005. We managed to win the title in 2020 with a manager who "got" the city and club, up against the biggest football juggernaut the country has ever seen. A tragedy like that should cut through football tribalism and it disgusts me that people still chant "always the victims" at football matches. It is a symptom of how messed up parts of society are. Videos like this are essential to educate the next generation of football fans and people in general, if society as a whole is to move forward, especially during a cost of living crisis. #YNWA #JFT97
Well in for just letting Phil speak without interruption Robbo. The man is a hero in the true sense of the word yet comes across so humbly. Without him there would be no truth. YNWA.
That was quite a powerful interview. It was insightful & quite eye opening. I was 18 when that happened & had a friend go to the match he did come home but not as the same friend that went to the game.
Several years ago, Phil brought the Hillsborough family into direct contact with the families of the Ballymurphy Massacre (1971). This was a powerful healing alliance.
a scholar and a gentleman Real truth project. Ian byrne MP... we must teach children. about Hillsborough Manchester Arena bombings Grooming Gangs Infected blood scandal .
Thanks for this Robbo, I didn’t realise the truth about the altered statements came from 1 ex policeman who spoke to Phil. Will be reading Phil’s book 👍
Great interview - the unasked and unanswered question about the cover up is who orchestrated it and the role of the masonic lodge within the entire justice and political systems.
God bless Phil. He has fought a virtuous fight and shown immense strength, courage, knowledge and steadfastness.
Prof Phil Scraton has shown to us over the last 35yrs that he is one of the best humans on the planet.YNWA!
A masterpiece, Robbo
I’ll never forget where I was sitting, watching Grandstand that day. Excited that my mate, who played beside me in the back row as we won the U.13’s cup a couple of weeks early, was super excited to be travelling over to game. My first thoughts of a Bradford City fire, soon became far more horrific. My mate was in the Main Stand so he was physically fine thankfully. I have been able to get on with my life. I still weep, not least during your piece here, for the huge numbers who have been prevented from doing so.
Remembering also the Stardust victims, who only during the week here in Dublin achieved an unlawful killing verdict….. from 1981! The c*nts locked the windows and doors, thereby incinerating 48 innocent St Valentine’s nightclubbers
Justice
YNWA
Powerful and chilling. Thank you Phil ❤
What a man, what a people. ❤ from a lifelong Liverpool fan in London.
Sometimes the job of the interviewer isnt to bombard the interviewee with questions, sonetimes its the job of the interviewer to know when to just sit back and let the guest speak, this was a perfect example of that. Thankyou Robbo for letting this great man speak, and thankyou Pvil for all you have done and continue to do. A fantastic interview all round
Prof Phil is a wonderful advocate for justice & fair play
🔥97🔥 Honoured globally...with love from South Africa 🇿🇦
Met Phil in Belfast great truth seeker great champion for justice very privileged to have chatted with him & thanks for the book Phil YNWA , Anandla Awethu , Tiocfadhi Ar La 🇮🇪✊🏾🇵🇸✊🏻🇿🇦✊🏾🇾🇪✊🏻
Love the work you do with Copey in TLC, but this is just another level. Absolutely brilliant, well done Robo.
What a wonderful man. Great interview Gareth.
Hats off to this fella who has put an immense amount of work in for 35 years and counting ... YNWA
Excellent work Robbo. Prof Phil is truly the best of us. His tirelessness is an inspiration ❤
Fantastic interview Robbo will certainly be buying his book
Words can't describe what Phil has done and meant. He helped me, and some others, to rid a Hillsborough denier in the US media who had his own tv and radio show. The Truth won out that day. God Bless Phil.
Thanks for sharing Robbo. Humbling, grounding and a privilege to hear from someone that represents hard work, diligence, determination and justice in the face of adversity. Thank you Phil.
We're lucky to have had someone like Phil fighting in our corner. For a long time his book felt like one of the few rays of hope for the Justice campaign. Great interview too.
Thank you Gareth And thank you Professor Scraton .
Legend. Thank you for everything you have done Phil... YNWA
Wonderful man and a great interview. I wasn't born when Hillsborough happened but when old enough to understand I looked into it to know as much as I could, it's something I've been able to educate my son about now as well. The documentary he was involved in a few years ago was heartbreaking but the strength shown by the bereaved families and what Phil did to help in their fight for justice is remarkable. I've taken up reading again and will be buying his book.
So powerful this, Gareth. Phil is a source of inspiration and his book is fantastic. His tireless work must continue to be shared in the manner you have done here. The strength he and many others showed in supporting the families should continually be applauded. It never ceases to shock and disgust me how elements of 'The Establishment' sought to subvert this process. His retelling of the phonecall he received is reminiscent of the flim 'A Very British Coup'. Massive kudos to you for this.
Really compelling emotional interview that should be watched by everyone. Such a wonderful man is Phil, and you did a fab job as interviewer, Robbo.
Superb interview. Good bless this man and all he has done for others. One in a billion.
(great content. Love this) 26:28 Forever in our hearts 🔥97🔥
When Phil spoke his first sentence I knew I was going call him a hero, along with all the family members who fought harder than many know. The Hillsborough cover up, is just like the miners strike, the establishment simply using the might of their boots (i.e. their establishment friends) to keep people down. The current comparison is the Post Officers fight, which is proof that we need the Hillsborough law. Thank you to all the Hillsborough families who fought so hard for decades you have my total respect beyond when my light dies.
Thanks for this Robbo. Great interview and what a wonderful man Phil is. JF97. ❤
Great work well done. Admiration for all who worked on this terrible story.
Dedicated to Truth, Love and Light
Thank you Robbo and Phil 👍👍
Thank you for everything you do to help educate the wider public, esp outside Liverpool, on this tragedy.
It's very hard for me to fully relate to the events of 35 years ago. I turned 15 the day after Hillsborough (and April 15 is also my name day) and as such I will always remember watching the TV coverage and the narrative unfold. I was too young to fully understand what was *really* going on, and not being from the city (and essentially being a foreigner in general), then seeing the newspaper headlines etc...
It took years to really understand the extent of the injustice that's still going on around those events. Even then I cannot claim to *feel* what it feels like for those born and/or raised in the city. I can only offer my condolences and support, from afar, which on some level could be perceived as shallow and disingenuous (but aren't intended to be). A tragedy like that is a tragedy for humanity in general. As Martin Luther King said "Injustice anywhere is a threat to justice everywhere. We are caught in an inescapable network of mutuality, tied in a single garment of destiny. Whatever affects one directly, affects all indirectly."
And I believe that. I'm grateful that I chose to support this team - even if it was, at the time, because they were the best and I wanted to have bragging rights in the classroom. As I got older I learned about the city, the working class struggle, the way they were treated by the Tories, and how they managed to get through. The team reflect that. We had no right to win the CL in 2005. We managed to win the title in 2020 with a manager who "got" the city and club, up against the biggest football juggernaut the country has ever seen.
A tragedy like that should cut through football tribalism and it disgusts me that people still chant "always the victims" at football matches. It is a symptom of how messed up parts of society are. Videos like this are essential to educate the next generation of football fans and people in general, if society as a whole is to move forward, especially during a cost of living crisis.
#YNWA #JFT97
Outstanding interview, perfectly handled by Gareth. We're incredibly lucky to have Phil - what dedication, knowledge and advocacy.
Great interview. Many thanks. Phil has been a major voice, among others, for the Justice we have sought and still do.
Thanks so much Phil - you’re a great man and we owe you so much. Great interview Gareth
Great talk, as always heavy to process.
A great interview ❤️
Well in for just letting Phil speak without interruption Robbo. The man is a hero in the true sense of the word yet comes across so humbly. Without him there would be no truth. YNWA.
That was quite a powerful interview. It was insightful & quite eye opening. I was 18 when that happened & had a friend go to the match he did come home but not as the same friend that went to the game.
Very good interview, loving the content on this channel ❤
Jesus Christ what a man thanks for the great work
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Several years ago, Phil brought the Hillsborough family into direct contact with the families of the Ballymurphy Massacre (1971). This was a powerful healing alliance.
a scholar and a gentleman
Real truth project. Ian byrne MP...
we must teach children.
about
Hillsborough
Manchester Arena bombings
Grooming Gangs
Infected blood scandal .
Thanks for this Robbo, I didn’t realise the truth about the altered statements came from 1 ex policeman who spoke to Phil. Will be reading Phil’s book 👍
Actual hero.
Robbo was very good just let Phil speak
Powerful always, Phil. Veracity without Vitriol.
Great interview - the unasked and unanswered question about the cover up is who orchestrated it and the role of the masonic lodge within the entire justice and political systems.