The Pools Pod

I am joined by first-time guests - and HUST board members - Ed Parkinson and Martin Corner for a fresh perspective on the takeover at Pools. We talk Raj Singh, Landon Smith, and the promise shown by the open letter the new owner penned this week regarding his intentions.There's also room for some nostalgia about days gone by, and the hope that Pools can return to better times in the future! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Happy New Year to you all! I am joined by Danny and Isaac to dissect the monumental news that the club has changed hands, as Raj Singh steps aside for Landon Smith to take control.We assess Mr Singh's tenure as Pools owner - the massive highs and the horrible lows - and look to what the future of our club will bring courtesy of Mr Smith. Plus, we cast our eye over the first part of a huge 24 hours - when the lads took three points from (then) league leaders Rochdale - and discuss both recruitment and fixtures coming up.A bumper edition to ring in the New Year, and a new era! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In lieu of a recorded episode this week, I have cobbled together some cut content from last week's recordings with Danny, Robbie, and Leo. Topics include the National League, the play-off system (including 3 up, 3 down, and Pools' 20/21 campaign), Wealdstone's potential, Robbie's situation, and our recent cup failings. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

A bumper edition of the Pod this week, with three segments to get stuck into! First up is The Red's Danny Cooper, who speaks on Pools' recent form and a good win at Halifax, a look at the rest of the year's fixtures, and more.StonesCast's Leo Werin joins me for the second segment to provide insight into Wealdstone - Pools' opponents on Saturday - and to chat about their good form, former Pools players at Grosvenor Vale, and how their club operates.Hartlepool Mail reporter Robbie Stelling is the final guest this week, and he speaks about Halifax, Adam Campbell, the managerial situation, and much more! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

I'm joined by Peter Hustzi - the Hungarian Poolie - to chat about how he first fell in love with the club, and his visits to the Vic both this season and last.Note: This episode was recorded on Friday October 10, before our FA Cup exit and Simon Grayson's departure. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

I'm joined by Danny and Mark to chat about recent defeats to Carlisle and York, while looking ahead to our trip to Gainsborough Trinity in the FA Cup. We give our views on other matters too, such as Harvey Cartwright's injury, Jermaine Francis, and who we'd like Pools to be drawn against in a potential third-round blockbuster! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

BBC Radio Tees' Rob Law makes his long overdue debut on the Pod to discuss our two away games this past week! Plus, there's a few anecdotes about Eddie Kyle, a plea for help regarding Truro away, and more! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

A short clip from the upcoming Sep 26 episode, where I am joined by Rob Law to dissect the games at Aldershot and Gateshead. In the clip, Rob declares his status as the President of the Cameron John fan club! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Join myself and Isaac as we dish out ratings for each player for the season so far. We also discuss the results against Forest Green and Brackley, and our upcoming games at Aldershot and Gateshead. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

I'm joined by Daniel to chat about our last two home games - Boreham Wood and Boston. Disappointing draws, or something to build on? There's a bit of a ramble too! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

An episode of two parts this week - Adam is first to join me as we look at a successful start to the season, and break down our performances to date. Danny is my guest for the second half to run through recent managerial changes in the League and talk through his pre-match press conference with Simon Grayson and Jermaine Francis. With thanks to Danny and The Red Radio for permission to use clips from the conference in this episode! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

I'm joined this week by Hartlepool Mail writer Robbie Stelling to discuss the opening-day fixture at Yeovil and the month ahead. Plus, a chat about the wider League, and how other clubs stack up. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

I'm joined by Isaac for the season preview! How will Pools do? Who will stand out? What will the League look like at the end of the season? Who knows, but we've given it a go! With thanks to Robbie and Danny for their contributions. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

I'm joined this week by HGT advocate Jill Simmonds and 'Poolies at Heart' author Stephen Poxon to look ahead to Nicky Featherstone's testimonial, and look back at his stellar service to the club.Stephen also speaks about his upcoming book, and what it took to bring together the memories of fans, players, managers, and many more. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

I am joined this week by Dan and Danny to chat about how the team are looking in pre-season, with a focus on the games at Whitby and Redcar. We talk about the new signings, the trialists, and what to expect from the first game at the Vic on Sunday. Plus, a bit of kit talk, and a look ahead at Nicky Featherstone's testimonial game! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

An epilogue to the season opener, where Adam, Ellis, and I discuss the fixtures for the upcoming season, and debate the wider league in general!Make sure to catch Part One if you haven't already done so! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

We're back for Season Two of the Pools Pod! Adam and Ellis join me for the season opener, where we look at the ups and downs of the off-season so far.We dive into the ownership tug-of-war, dissect the controversy of the latest managerial change, and cast our eye over the player departures. Plus, Ellis runs the rule over our new recruits and what they could bring to Pools. Make sure to catch Part Two on Saturday July 12 at 5pm! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

It's the Pools Pod season review, and I'm joined by Dan and Isaac to hand out the traditional end-of-season awards! Player of the Season, Goal of the Season, Result of the Season, and more! Plus, a look at Monday's season closer at home to Forest Green, and a bit of chat about the clubs confirmed to be joining us in the National League next campaign. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Danny and I chat about the excellent Easter Monday victory over Gateshead, and digest the latest takeover update from the club.Note: This episode was recorded on Wednesday evening at 7:30pm - any updates since then will be covered in our next episode. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

A two-hander this week, as Daniel joins me for a chat about Dagenham, our youth prospects, and the situation with promotion and relegation in the leagues around us. We discuss the likes of Morecambe, Carlisle, and Accrington potentially coming down, and the likes of Scunthorpe, Truro, Kidderminster, and Torquay who could be promoted and come to the north-east next season. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.