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Romanov: Czar of Hearts

Martin Geissler investigates Vladimir Romanov's rise from Soviet submarine cook to millionaire football club owner and fugitive in a gripping tale of ambition, power, and chaos.

Radio Scotland,9 episodes

Episodes

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Introducing Romanov: Czar of Hearts
Exploring Vladimir Romanov's journey from power and wealth to scandal, infamy, and exile.
29 Jan 2025,3 mins
1. The Man from the East
Hearts are £20m in debt and fans are losing hope - until a saviour emerges from the East.
01 Feb 2025,35 mins
2. Not Successful Enough
Does Vladimir Romanov have the people in place to fulfil his ambitions for Hearts?
01 Feb 2025,34 mins
3. The New Man in the Dugout
Hearts have an exciting new man in the dugout. For fans, it all feels too good to be true.
01 Feb 2025,37 mins
4. Rix
If sacking an unbeaten manager was a shock. Vlad's next move would rock Scottish football.
08 Feb 2025,38 mins
5. A Match Made in Hampden
The countdown to the season's end is on and Hearts have a chance of reaching the cup final
15 Feb 2025,30 mins
6. The Flu, The Witch and the Pyjama-man
Vladimir Romanov’s interference spreads beyond the pitch and into the medical department.
22 Feb 2025,33 mins
7. The Captain, The Goalkeeper and The Penalty Taker
How will the Czar respond after three of his senior players dare to challenge his rule?
01 Mar 2025,37 mins
8. While the Vlad’s Away
As Romanov focuses on opportunities in Lithuania, what does it mean for Hearts?
08 Mar 2025,42 mins