The Square Ball Podcast

Movin' On Up

Mon, 07 May 2012 18:30:00 +0000

Finally the season is over, but there's plenty still to discuss. With the transfer window now open and with Colin's Clearout well underway, the team gets the lowdown on Adam Clayton from the YEP's Phil Hay and mulls over all the potential ins and outs this summer. After skimming over the final batch of games, the pod also calls a few fans to have a chat about the forgettable season just gone. Please email awards@fsf.org.uk and nominate us for podcast and fanzine of the year... Pretty please!

Into The Red Mist

Wed, 11 Apr 2012 18:00:00 +0000

In this extended podcast, the team pick over the rotten corpse of Leeds United's season - three games, three red cards, three defeats, four angry podcasters. Because the football has been so poor the discussion ventures instead into cultural imperialism and the delights of Lancastrian electricity. There's also a run through the club's accounts and predictions about who will inevitably get sent off in the final run-in.

Ten Goal Tuesday

Thu, 29 Mar 2012 22:00:00 +0000

At least Warnock has sorted out the defence, eh? After the Forest horror show, the pod - missing a man - reflects on that and the other matches, including a great win at Millwall. The team remembers other humiliations in the history of the Whites. Plus there's the usual scattergun approach to predictions for the upcoming games against Watford, Reading and Derby.

The New Broom

Thu, 15 Mar 2012 22:00:00 +0000

Elland Road is awash with optimism and so is the pod - well most of it anyway. In light of recent performances and a great win at Middlesbrough, the team discuss the new broom effect. There's the usual preview of upcoming matches - including great positivity and hope - and a raft of nominees for the KBVOTF award.

Trust in Colin

Thu, 01 Mar 2012 22:00:00 +0000

Neil Warnock has arrived at Elland Road along with Danny Webber, but Andros Townsend's head is no longer with us, which casts a large shadow over proceedings. The team looks at the Redfearn era before having a chinwag with the Supporters Trust chairman, Gary Cooper, on the phone. Next up we have Hull and Southampton and the predictions are getting wild.

Managing to Succeed

Wed, 08 Feb 2012 16:00:00 +0000

It's all change at Elland Road as the pod examines Simon's sacking and his likely successor. There's also chatter about the Smiths, shirt numbers, sendings off and side show Zigic. Brighton, Coventry and Donny are on the way for R*dders and the Lazarus-like AOB. Sadly, there's discussion on that fictional hockey team franchise down the M1 and that makes Moscowhite really angry.

Jonny's Gone

Thu, 26 Jan 2012 22:00:00 +0000

In this edition of the pod, Howson is history at Leeds United and there's substantial unrest on the terraces. The Yorkshire Evening Post's Leeds United reporter, Phil Hay joins the team to examine the recent goings on. A tough path lies ahead with games against Birmingham and Bristol, but thankfully Sonko and Dyche are always on hand to raise a smile.

Meaning of Life Pod

Thu, 12 Jan 2012 22:00:00 +0000

Past and future are put under the microscope in pod 42. After United's traditional blip over the festive period the boys hope for a better 2012 and, Terry Henry aside, there's every hope that better fortunes lay ahead for the Whites. Looking back across the past 3 years, the team examines Simon Grayson's tenure. Looking ahead, there's sickly Palace and Ipswich on the horizon, but here in the present there's a worthy winner of the KBVOTF award.

Festive Cheer

Sun, 25 Dec 2011 22:00:00 +0000

United have been in the giving mood in the run up to Christmas, unselfishly letting the likes of Watford and Reading take points from us. There's a jolly half term assessment of the club's progress and, while the team are happy that season ticket prices have been frozen, they'd prefer not to be coughing up for them in winter. And, with Derby, Barnsley and Burnley all coming up, will it be a bleak midwinter or will there be joy in our world?

Gary Speed

Thu, 08 Dec 2011 23:00:00 +0000

After a three week hiatus the team returns with a specially extended podcast to remember Gary Speed. There's joy at three wins out of four, even if Andy O'Brien doesn't feel the same. There's some light chuckling at Huddersfield Believe Town and the price of international junior membership, plus a look ahead to Watford and Reading. Just don't mention Sean Dyche's voice...

Under Pressure

Thu, 17 Nov 2011 22:00:00 +0000

After Paul Rachuka's meltdown aaginst Blackpool the team mulls over the pressures of playing for the Whites and wonders if our history is overbearing. There's rejoicing at Clayton's Leicester stunner and some posh boy baiting with Eddie Howe's Burnley lurking just over the western horizon. Beware - Barnsley are coming too. Plus there's more on street names and rogue building decorations...

Horror Show

Wed, 02 Nov 2011 14:00:00 +0000

It's Halloween so the team appropriately reflect on recent defensive horrors from Rachubka and O'Dea, and recall various grim memories from the past - think Carlton Palmer. With the team on the up and attendances on the way down is there cause for grave concern? Blackpool and Leicester are on the horizon and the team make bold predictions that will no doubt have hellish consequences.

Bad Barnet Chat

Thu, 13 Oct 2011 23:30:00 +0000

It's been a busy old week with the Who Owns Leeds United? documentary on telly and the pod speaks to the programme's producer, Neil Morrow, to find out more about the show and hear his reaction to Ken's diatribe. Dan's hair comes under scrutiny, as well as the Portsmouth clean sheet, and there's a preview of more Leeds United on the telly versus Donny.

Indefensible

Thu, 29 Sep 2011 21:30:00 +0000

With United shipping goals, or Leigh Bromby is at least, the team carry out an inquest into the shaky backline. There's reaction to Kilkenny's netbuster and the Bristol City game, as well as the hideous Scum game and the Leigh Bromby show at Brighton. Plus, a look ahead to the Portsmouth game, which had already happened by the time this made it to air. Sorry about that...

El Principito

Thu, 15 Sep 2011 21:30:00 +0000

There's a musical feel to this edition of the pod - complete with actual singing - as the team talks football songs. There's a review of the Palace game, inluding El Principito's temper tantrum, and a look ahead to Bristol, the Scum and Brighton. Plus the star of the new Andrex commercial, Tom Lees.

Buzz Swoosh Bang

Thu, 01 Sep 2011 15:30:00 +0000

It's transfer deadline day and the pod attempts to capture some of the excitement with a lot of Sky Sports-style loud noises and hyperbole. It's au revoir to Max, and there's a look back at Hull, West Ham, Donny and Ipswich, and a fruity look at Dougie's Palace. Plus, there's all the usual high-brow chat about insomnia-inducing insects, experiments on the Turner twins and all-male barbecues.

Contenders Ready, Gladiators Ready

Tue, 16 Aug 2011 18:40:00 +0000

The season is underway and normal service is resumed. The team look back upon the shaky start against Southampton, Bradford and Middlesbrough and look ahead to tough games against Tigers, Hammers and Tractors. They lament their bad fortune at having to talk about Leeds United, and begin to explore new avenues... 3, 2, 1, GO...

By 'Eck We're Back

Wed, 03 Aug 2011 20:00:00 +0000

It's Yorkshire Day and the pod is back for the new season. There's a summer round up, a look at the ins and outs, and all the happenings at ER. It's a mixture of day-glo polyester, cream cladding, and dour grey Yorkshire hopes.

2010-11 Season Review

Fri, 03 Jun 2011 20:00:00 +0000

In this bumper edition of the pod, the lads sign off for the summer with a season review, recalling the games that defined the season. There's discussion about what went right and what went wrong, who was good and who was bad, plus a look ahead to what the summer may bring.

Yankee Go Home

Thu, 19 May 2011 12:30:00 +0000

It's supposed to be the final pod of the season, but with all the exciting chat about ins, outs, accounts, owners and servers, the team opt to come back in a fortnight to finish things off. Or, as Billy Davies might say, job not quite done.

Hanging on the Telephone

Fri, 29 Apr 2011 23:30:00 +0000

Deserted by Michael as he escaped Leeds' frustrating end of season slump by swanning off on holiday, the remaining members of the podcast team turn to the listeners to fill the gap.

Peter Ridsdale Ate My Goldfish

Tue, 12 Apr 2011 12:00:00 +0000

Two games, ten goals, two different outcomes. After Davies is dumped on his backside, there's another beating in Bermondsey. It's all a far cry from when Leeds were in the Champions League. Did you know it's only 10 years...

International Rescue

Fri, 01 Apr 2011 00:45:00 +0000

After the Blunts debacle the international break is chewed and digested, and we all hope the squad is back fresh, ready to rescue United's promotion push, starting with the wobbling Trees and the snarling Lions.

One Don Revie

Wed, 16 Mar 2011 15:00:00 +0000

On the 50th anniversary of Don Revie's appointment at Leeds the team pay tribute to his legacy. Doncaster, Preston, Ipswich and the Blades all fall under the microscope, along with Barry Bone, Uncle Ken's latest missive and Goals on Snoday.

TSB interviews Simon Grayson... Sort of

Thu, 03 Mar 2011 16:00:00 +0000

We chat to Jonny Howson, Alex Bruce, Billy Paynter and Simon Grayson at the White Rose Centre. There's also a full Swansea post-mortem along with chat about ransfers, season tickets and the new academy boss. Email: podcast@thesquareball.net Twitter: @thesquareball facebook.com/thesquareball

The Love Pod

Thu, 17 Feb 2011 19:00:00 +0000

With a romantic weekend in the kebab houses of Bristol and Valentine's Day fresh in the memory the team spreads the love with Wilko, chocolate and Mel Sterland's smooth moves. Email podcast@thesquareball.net Twitter @thesquareball facebook.com/thesquareball

Deadline Day Snodpod

Tue, 01 Feb 2011 17:00:00 +0000

It's transfer deadline day, and as the pod bids farewell to Andy Hughes they examine the nature of cult figures at Elland Road. And Gary McSheffrey. Again. Email podcast@thesquareball.net Twitter @thesquareball facebook.com/thesquareball

The Magic Of The Cup

Tue, 18 Jan 2011 23:00:00 +0000

With Leeds bringing more sparkle to the cup at Arsenal the boys ponder our relationship with the trophy, and with the dog-botherers from Huddersfield awaiting, they realise such a tie could only be settled by a fight to the death. Between giant fluffy mascots. Email podcast@thesquareball.net Twitter @thesquareball facebook.com/thesquareball

David Webb Is A Cretin... I Think

Thu, 06 Jan 2011 19:00:00 +0000

It's a new year and the pod's birthday. The team remain upbeat despite no wins in four, and they put rubbish refs, daft defending and Ken's season ticket prices under the microscope. To Arsenal! Email podcast@thesquareball.net - Twitter @thesquareball - facebook.com/thesquareball

White Christmas

Tue, 21 Dec 2010 19:00:00 +0000

In this final pod of the year, the lads reflect on 2010 and the studio is full of festive cheer as LUFC's unbeaten run stretches to 9. Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year from everyone at The Square Ball! Email podcast@thesquareball.net - Twitter @thesquareball - facebook.com/thesquareball

Our Tune

Tue, 07 Dec 2010 19:00:00 +0000

Undefeated in 7, except for that pesky World Cup thing, the boys are loving life as LUFC fans, although the big Johnson issue is causing a headache. Plus, enjoy the half-cooked previews of Burnley and QPR. Email podcast@thesquareball.net - Twitter @thesquareball - facebook.com/thesquareball

Bacon Anecdotes

Tue, 16 Nov 2010 22:45:00 +0000

Author Joe Mewis joins the pod to talk about his new book and helps the team recall allsorts of weird and wonderful days gone by. 4 games undefeated has also rendered the pod almost positive, but who knows what comes next... Email podcast@thesquareball.net - Twitter @thesquareball - facebook.com/thesquareball

From Hell to Howson Heaven

Tue, 02 Nov 2010 13:40:00 +0000

With Halloween still in the air, the team reflect on the nightmares of Leicester and Cardiff, but enjoy Jonny's dream hat-trick against Scunny. They also examine the truth that following LUFC can be very, very frightening. Oh, and look out Gary McSheffrey. Email the pod via podcast@thesquareball.net or Tweet @thesquareball.

Sacked Strachan Cracks

Tue, 19 Oct 2010 13:40:00 +0000

With Wee Gordon's departure fresh in the memory, the boys enjoy an effing unbelievable win at Boro and wonder if Strach has lost more than his job. With Preston and Ipswich now mere memories, the TSB team anticipates more roller coaster action as Simon Grayson racks up a ton. Plus win yourself a copy of new book Leeds United On This Day. Email the pod via podcast@thesquareball.net or Tweet @thesquareball.

Hail to the Chief!

Tue, 28 Sep 2010 01:00:00 +0000

TSB talks to Lucas Radebe and celebrates our legendary centre back; he's not sure about Tetley Bitter though. Satisfaction abounds as the team make good after Barnsley with Donny thwarted and the Blades blunted. And more scum baiting is in the offing as Ferguson Jr with Preston and Roy Keane with Ipswich are next up. Email the pod via podcast@thesquareball.net or Tweet @thesquareball.

South Yorkshire Sandwich

Thu, 16 Sep 2010 19:30:00 +0000

After the Barnsley thrashing, the lads lament our last good left back - but who on earth was it? And with Donny and the Blades looming large on the horizon, can Leeds find the winning formula in time? Expect the usual cheap gags and innuendo, plus some good old fashioned Yorkshire moaning about the cost of things. Email the pod via podcast@thesquareball.net or Tweet @thesquareball.

The Writing's On The Wall

Wed, 01 Sep 2010 17:00:00 +0000

In this very superstitious 13th podcast, the lads chat about bizarre, stupid and downright ludicrous football rituals. Encouraging wins against Millwall and Watford almost lead to waves of optimism about Swansea and Barnsley. The team hope to ride their luck with the libel laws when discussing the last ins and outs of the transfer window. Email the pod via podcast@thesquareball.net or Tweet @thesquareball.

Savaged at Pound Camp

Tue, 17 Aug 2010 21:31:00 +0000

With the season underway the team digest the Rams, Imps and Trees; they savagely spit out the media-hungry celebrity footballer and almost look forward to meeting Lions, Foxes and Hornets. Plus, they uncover Mike Grella's sexy past.

Naked with Bradford City

Thu, 05 Aug 2010 18:00:00 +0000

In this long-overdue return of the pod, hear the lads chew over the close season, including all the ins and outs. Moscowhite unravels and Dan explains his brush with Bantams in the buff. Plus, the early season falls under the spotlight.

PromoPod!

Tue, 11 May 2010 18:00:00 +0000

In the final, joyous podcast of the season the TSB team celebrate a nerve-jangling but glorious promotion for our amazing club. And boy haven't we all earned a drink?

The Hangover

Mon, 26 Apr 2010 18:25:00 +0000

In a novel departure from their regular time, the TSB team get together on a Sunday morning to dissect all matters LUFC. With promotion beckoning, the end of the season comes under scrutiny and we recall - much like Foreman v Ali - when TSB went head to head with Ken Bates. And Billy's paint job - were they drunk?

A false dawn, Lenny?

Tue, 13 Apr 2010 17:25:00 +0000

As time ticks away on the season, a bit of hope is restored to the pod. Buoyed by a couple of wins, the team discuss Becks' bird, try to balance the books and remember the club's greatest false dawns.

Blind to the Truth

Tue, 30 Mar 2010 13:25:00 +0000

With the season crashing down around our ears the team do their best to avoid facing the truth by turning their attention to football's other delusional figures. Big Sol takes a thrashing, the boys pick apart the club's Ocean Finance-esque obsession with loans and desperately pray for a happy easter.

Rock'n'Roll Pod

Tue, 16 Mar 2010 18:00:00 +0000

The team turn it up to eleven as they welcome Kaiser Chiefs bassist Simon Rix to the podcast, they manfully discuss the season ticket prices and offer congratulations to JB on his Player of the Year award. Somebody has to. Plus they eye up Millwall and Norwich in a slightly panicked fashion.

Hope springs eternal

Tue, 02 Mar 2010 23:30:00 +0000

This time out the pod actually attempt some serious financial discussion, weigh up the delights of a visit to Beeston and marvel at Sean Gregan's physique. Plus they realise that all that's left is hope. Oh and they've figured out how to use the phone.

On The Pitch!

Tue, 16 Feb 2010 14:00:00 +0000

In this fortnight's pod the team chat about the strange folk from Carlisle, share their memories of being on the pitch themselves and do Vorderman-esque number crunching on our promotion campaign. Plus Britain's Brainiest footballer is on Countdown proper.

Happy days are here again!

Tue, 02 Feb 2010 23:30:00 +0000

In this special happy-themed podcast, the team enjoy a return to winning ways, share our joyous memories of being a fan of the whites and laugh at Harry Redknapp's face.

Doom, gloom, departures and Dolly

Tue, 19 Jan 2010 11:30:00 +0000

After a depressing fortnight the TSB team attempt to lighten the mood by chatting about the JB merry-go-round, they preview the magazine's forthcoming interview with Danny Mills by working out where it all went wrong with David O'Leary and they say goodbye to a massive presence in the dressing room Enoch. Plus you can hear the frankly ludicrous predictions for the upcoming cup fest versus Carlisle and Spurs.

Becks steals the show

Tue, 05 Jan 2010 11:00:00 +0000

In the inaugural TSB podcast we enjoy a monumental win over the red lot, laugh at Fergie and generally adore Simon Grayson. Plus we catch up on the last few weeks' action in White Watching and look forward to Wycombe, Exeter and Spurs. And Michael Jackson somehow gets a mention.