Yellow Ribbon Podcast

Dedicated to bringing you Walsall FC opinions, news and interviews. Hosted by sports journalists @r_petrucco, and @harleysheldon8

Episode 92: Interview with Jonny Stuttle

Our latest interview is with Jonny Stuttle, who spent time earlier this season on loan with the Saddlers.Jonny talks through his time with the club, the matches, the training, his team-mates and lets us peak behind the curtain of this season and the club.He also opens up about his injury, telling us what happened and how his recovery is going.Classic Football Shirts - https://t.co/p7kRZ8Z1ckWalsall shirts - https://fas.st/t/pqpzRJDJDiscount code - 'YELLOWRIBBON10'You can follow the pod on X - @ribbonpodcastHarley can be found here - @harleywfc17And Rob can be found here - @r_petruccoThanks to our podcast associates, Brellis RecruitmentYou can email us on yellowribbonpod@hotmail.com

12-22
01:26:53

Episode 91: Walsall ARE up for the cup!

After progressing to the 3rd Round of the FA Cup, Matt and Rob chat about how it has been a week where Walsall have shown they are up for the cup!Stand-out performers, squad depth, plus some insight into the new Financial Director plus lots more in this weeks episode.Classic Football Shirts - https://t.co/p7kRZ8Z1ckWalsall shirts - https://fas.st/t/pqpzRJDJDiscount code - 'YELLOWRIBBON10'You can follow the pod on X - @ribbonpodcastHarley can be found here - @harleywfc17And Rob can be found here - @r_petruccoThanks to our podcast associates, Brellis RecruitmentYou can email us on yellowribbonpod@hotmail.com

12-08
50:53

Episode 90: Interview with Alfie Bates

We are delighted to bring you this interview with former Saddlers midfielder Alfie Bates!Alfie talks through his time at the club including the various managers he played with, Jamie Fullarton breaking into the team and the truth behind his exit from the club.All the plus a lot more from out chat with Bates!Classic Football Shirts - https://t.co/p7kRZ8Z1ckWalsall shirts - https://fas.st/t/pqpzRJDJDiscount code - 'YELLOWRIBBON10'You can follow the pod on X - @ribbonpodcastHarley can be found here - @harleywfc17And Rob can be found here - @r_petruccoThanks to our podcast associates, Brellis RecruitmentYou can email us on yellowribbonpod@hotmail.com

11-24
01:51:39

Episode 89: Have Walsall been found out?

An episode where we needed to get a few things off our chest.Both of us share our concerns with how things are going on the pitch as we spot trends that we hope will soon be put to an end.Slow starts, the same goals being conceded and a lack of a Plan B are all things we have spotted that are beginning to make us question whether the Saddlers have been found out.Classic Football Shirts - https://t.co/p7kRZ8Z1ckWalsall shirts - https://fas.st/t/pqpzRJDJDiscount code - 'YELLOWRIBBON10'You can follow the pod on X - @ribbonpodcastHarley can be found here - @harleywfc17And Rob can be found here - @r_petruccoThanks to our podcast associates, Brellis RecruitmentYou can email us on yellowribbonpod@hotmail.com

11-17
01:02:34

Episode 88: A mixed bag of Walsall chat!

As ever, there is much to discuss in the world of Walsall FC so we recruited Matt Breakwell to come and help us through a few talking points.Matt Jordan's role, poor first half performances, the fear of losing Daniel Kanu plus lots more all in this weeks episode.Classic Football Shirts - https://t.co/p7kRZ8Z1ckWalsall shirts - https://fas.st/t/pqpzRJDJDiscount code - 'YELLOWRIBBON10'You can follow the pod on X - @ribbonpodcastHarley can be found here - @harleywfc17And Rob can be found here - @r_petruccoThanks to our podcast associates, Brellis RecruitmentYou can email us on yellowribbonpod@hotmail.com

11-03
01:05:08

Episode 87: The Great Walsall debate

In this episode we take a look at four topics that we disagree on and we debate our views and try to change each others minds.Chris Powell, Jake Hollman, defensive selections and Aaron Pressley are all areas we have differing views on. So take a listen and leave a comment with your thoughts on what we debate.Classic Football Shirts - https://t.co/p7kRZ8Z1ckWalsall shirts - https://fas.st/t/pqpzRJDJDiscount code - 'YELLOWRIBBON10'You can follow the pod on X - @ribbonpodcastHarley can be found here - @harleywfc17And Rob can be found here - @r_petruccoThanks to our podcast associates, Brellis RecruitmentYou can email us on yellowribbonpod@hotmail.com

10-20
01:03:01

Episode 86: A focus on Free Kicks Foundation

An interview with a Steve Thorpe who is part of the Free Kicks Foundation, who do incredible work at various clubs all over the country.We talk about what they do, why it is important and their relationship with Walsall. This is an episode every football fan should listen to!Free Kicks Foundation can be found here - https://www.freekicksfoundation.org/Classic Football Shirts - https://t.co/p7kRZ8Z1ckWalsall shirts - https://fas.st/t/pqpzRJDJDiscount code - 'YELLOWRIBBON10'You can follow the pod on X - @ribbonpodcastHarley can be found here - @harleywfc17And Rob can be found here - @r_petruccoThanks to our podcast associates, Brellis RecruitmentYou can email us on yellowribbonpod@hotmail.com

10-06
42:12

Bonus Episode: The Irish Connection

A bonus episode based about our Drogheda connection.We look at how the relationship has gone and whether or not we think it has been a success, as well as what sort of moves could happen in the future.Classic Football Shirts - https://t.co/p7kRZ8Z1ckWalsall shirts - https://fas.st/t/pqpzRJDJDiscount code - 'YELLOWRIBBON10'You can follow the pod on X - @ribbonpodcastHarley can be found here - @harleywfc17And Rob can be found here - @r_petruccoThanks to our podcast associates, Brellis RecruitmentYou can email us on yellowribbonpod@hotmail.com

09-29
35:09

Episode 85: Winning ugly and Walsall ratings!

In this episode we talk through Walsall's ability to win ugly, and how getting the job done is more than enough before looking through the various Walsall ratings on FC26.We also give some shout-outs to the players that may have gone slightly under the radar.Classic Football Shirts - https://t.co/p7kRZ8Z1ckWalsall shirts - https://fas.st/t/pqpzRJDJDiscount code - 'YELLOWRIBBON10'You can follow the pod on X - @ribbonpodcastHarley can be found here - @harleywfc17And Rob can be found here - @r_petruccoThanks to our podcast associates, Brellis RecruitmentYou can email us on yellowribbonpod@hotmail.com

09-22
55:56

Episode 84: Reacting to another disappointing deadline day

Another deadline day that failed to live up to the expectations of the fans. We discuss the incomings and outgoings on the final day of the window.We also rate every signing of the summer and discuss whether Walsall have managed to come out the window as a whole in a good place.Classic Football Shirts - https://t.co/p7kRZ8Z1ckWalsall shirts - https://fas.st/t/pqpzRJDJDiscount code - 'YELLOWRIBBON10'You can follow the pod on X - @ribbonpodcastHarley can be found here - @harleywfc17And Rob can be found here - @r_petruccoThanks to our podcast associates, Brellis RecruitmentYou can email us on yellowribbonpod@hotmail.com

09-02
01:30:55

Episode 83: Is it going to be a frustrating season?

Recorded before the game against Salford, we were already predicting that it could be a very frustrating season with inconsistencies, which was proven right at the weekend!We look at gaps in the squad as the transfer window draws to a close and there is a lot of chat about the striker conundrum.Classic Football Shirts - https://t.co/p7kRZ8Z1ckWalsall shirts - https://fas.st/t/pqpzRJDJDiscount code - 'YELLOWRIBBON10'You can follow the pod on X - @ribbonpodcastHarley can be found here - @harleywfc17And Rob can be found here - @r_petruccoThanks to our podcast associates, Brellis RecruitmentYou can email us on yellowribbonpod@hotmail.com

08-25
01:04:12

Episode 82: A Football Manager special!

This is one for all you Football Manager fans out there!In this episode, we speak with Chris who is an Assistant Researcher for Sports Interactive and their game, Football Manager.Chris talks to us about his role, what he does, how he analyses players and a lot more.Classic Football Shirts - https://t.co/p7kRZ8Z1ckWalsall shirts - https://fas.st/t/pqpzRJDJDiscount code - 'YELLOWRIBBON10'You can follow the pod on X - @ribbonpodcastHarley can be found here - @harleywfc17And Rob can be found here - @r_petruccoThanks to our podcast associates, Brellis RecruitmentYou can email us on yellowribbonpod@hotmail.com

08-11
58:54

Episode 81: The 25/26 Pre-Season Predictions

The 25/26 season is nearly upon us, so we invited Matt on to do our annual pre-season predictions, hoping to do better than usual!We predict our Player of the season, Young Player of the season, top goalscorer, signing of the season and a whole lot more. So listen in and let us know yours!Classic Football Shirts - https://t.co/p7kRZ8Z1ckWalsall shirts - https://fas.st/t/pqpzRJDJDiscount code - 'YELLOWRIBBON10'You can follow the pod on X - @ribbonpodcastHarley can be found here - @harleywfc17And Rob can be found here - @r_petruccoThanks to our podcast associates, Brellis RecruitmentYou can email us on yellowribbonpod@hotmail.com

07-28
01:29:15

Episode 80: Reaction to Jamie Jellis' betting charges

It isn't a pod we expected to record, but given the severity of the situation surrounding Jamie Jellis, we had to fire up the emergency pod.We look at the facts and theorise about what might happen next after Jellis was charged by the FA over alleged betting breaches. Classic Football Shirts - https://t.co/p7kRZ8Z1ckWalsall shirts - https://fas.st/t/pqpzRJDJDiscount code - 'YELLOWRIBBON10'You can follow the pod on X - @ribbonpodcastHarley can be found here - @harleywfc17And Rob can be found here - @r_petruccoThanks to our podcast associates, Brellis RecruitmentYou can email us on yellowribbonpod@hotmail.com

07-24
01:00:39

Episode 79: The squad is shaping up

This week we look at the transfer business that has been taking place at Walsall, looking at those coming in, and those who have opted to leave.Rob is joined by Matt to look at the club updates from Ben and Mat Sadler, and also to look at what areas of the squad still need strengthening.Classic Football Shirts - https://t.co/p7kRZ8Z1ckWalsall shirts - https://fas.st/t/pqpzRJDJDiscount code - 'YELLOWRIBBON10'You can follow the pod on X - @ribbonpodcastHarley can be found here - @harleywfc17And Rob can be found here - @r_petruccoThanks to our podcast associates, Brellis RecruitmentYou can email us on yellowribbonpod@hotmail.com

07-07
01:02:33

Episode 78: Reviewing our predictions and the 24/25 Tier List

After a short break we are back to chat through some absurd pre-season predictions and to rank the Class of 24/25 into the Yellow Ribbon Tier List.In what will be our final lookback at the heartbreaking season we discuss each player we had, whilst also trying to keep it light... otherwise we would just depress ourselves all over again.Classic Football Shirts - https://t.co/p7kRZ8Z1ckWalsall shirts - https://fas.st/t/pqpzRJDJDiscount code - 'YELLOWRIBBON10'You can follow the pod on X - @ribbonpodcastHarley can be found here - @harleywfc17And Rob can be found here - @r_petruccoThanks to our podcast associates, Brellis RecruitmentYou can email us on yellowribbonpod@hotmail.com

06-23
01:25:27

Episode 77: The debrief begins; Retain or Release?

A bitterly disappointing end to what could have been a very special season. We try to find the words to express our feelings after an awful end to the season.We talk through Mat Sadler's future, the poor showing at Wembley and we go through the out-of-contract players to say who we would offer new deals to, and who we think may be leaving.Classic Football Shirts - https://t.co/p7kRZ8Z1ckWalsall shirts - https://fas.st/t/pqpzRJDJDiscount code - 'YELLOWRIBBON10'You can follow the pod on X - @ribbonpodcastHarley can be found here - @harleywfc17And Rob can be found here - @r_petruccoThanks to our podcast associates, Brellis RecruitmentYou can email us on yellowribbonpod@hotmail.com

05-28
01:27:05

Episode 76: Did you hear? We're going to Wembley!

Walsall are going to Wembley!!! A surprisingly successful two legs against Chesterfield has brought the promotion dream back to life.Rob and Harley talk through the matches that have happened, and the big one to come, in what is the biggest game in Walsall's recent history.Classic Football Shirts - https://t.co/p7kRZ8Z1ckWalsall shirts - https://fas.st/t/pqpzRJDJDiscount code - 'YELLOWRIBBON10'You can follow the pod on X - @ribbonpodcastHarley can be found here - @harleywfc17And Rob can be found here - @r_petruccoThanks to our podcast associates, Brellis RecruitmentYou can email us on yellowribbonpod@hotmail.com

05-19
01:16:29

Episode 75: The pain of the Play-Offs awaits

Finishing in the play-offs should be seen as an achievement, but for Walsall it is seen as a failure from the position we were in at the start of 2025. We are joined by Matt to discuss the upcoming matches and whether there is any hope left.We also chat through some listener questions in what is another tough and painful episode to record.Classic Football Shirts - https://t.co/p7kRZ8Z1ckClearance Items - https://fas.st/t/ZAqTrAEaDiscount code - 'YELLOWRIBBON10'You can follow the pod on X - @ribbonpodcastHarley can be found here - @harleywfc17And Rob can be found here - @r_petruccoThanks to our podcast associates, Brellis RecruitmentYou can email us on yellowribbonpod@hotmail.com

05-05
01:00:15

Episode 74: The toughest time to be a Saddler?

Times are extremely tough for Walsall fans. The hope of promotion has dwindled, and the pain of the play-offs is dawning, barring a miracle.We chat through our feelings on the situation, our thoughts on the future of Mat Sadler and the team, and generally try and treat the episode like a therapy session!Classic Football Shirts - https://t.co/p7kRZ8Z1ckClearance Items - https://fas.st/t/ZAqTrAEaDiscount code - 'YELLOWRIBBON10'You can follow the pod on X - @ribbonpodcastHarley can be found here - @harleywfc17And Rob can be found here - @r_petruccoThanks to our podcast associates, Brellis RecruitmentYou can email us on yellowribbonpod@hotmail.com

04-28
01:09:09

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