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The Pools PodJuly 25 - A Testimonial and a BookI'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.2025-07-251h 15The Pools PodJuly 11 - Friendlies, Kits, and SigningsI 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.2025-07-1857 minThe Pools PodJuly 12 - The FixturesAn 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.2025-07-1220 minThe Pools PodJuly 11 - We're Back!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.2025-07-1151 minThe Pools PodMay 10 - Season Review and AwardsIt'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.2025-05-101h 02The Pools PodApril 25 - Gateshead and the TakeoverDanny 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.2025-04-2536 minThe Pools PodApril 17A 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.2025-04-171h 11The Pools PodApril 12I am joined this week by Jill and Danny to look at Pools' recent form, how individual players have fared this season, and where the squad could potentially be strengthened in the summer. Plus, there are sections on HGT, the playoffs, and the ongoing takeover. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2025-04-1243 min
The Pools PodBrian HonourIn this special episode, I am joined by Hartlepool United legend Brian Honour for an in-depth look at his footballing career - from Aston Villa to Pools, with spells at Darlington and Peterlee Newtown in between. He speaks on his relationship with Cyril Knowles, the transfer saga in 1987, and his recovery from a knee injury shortly before the promotion-winning season of 1990-91.There's also a few anecdotes on footballing figures such as Paul Gascoigne, Stanley Matthews, and Kevin Keegan, with other stories too! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2025-04-031h 18The Pools PodMarch 27I'm joined this week by Mail present and past - Robbie Stelling and Sam Lee - to talk about Saturday's excellent victory over in-form Boston United. We also chat about the ongoing takeover of the club, and look ahead to the trip to Halifax this coming weekend. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2025-03-2757 minThe Pools PodMarch 13 - Raj Singh ResignsI'm joined by Adam, Daniel, and Isaac to react to the news that Raj Singh is stepping down as Chairman of Hartlepool United. We look over the statement put out at 6pm on Tuesday and ponder what the news might mean for the future of the club.There's also a word or two on Saturday's draw with Eastleigh. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2025-03-1343 minThe Pools PodPod on Tour - FyldeThis week's episode is an improvised ramble - the second of the season, recorded across Tuesday and Thursday on my dictaphone - on the game at Fylde. Thoughts from the game before kick-off, at half-time, and full-time, plus an epilogue recorded on Thursday. With contributions pre-match from Pat and Isaac - thanks to you both. All feedback and suggestions for future content is appreciated! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2025-03-0728 minThe Pools PodFebruary 28I'm joined by Paul and Pat this week - we each put forward our best Pools XI from our time watching the club! Who makes it in? Who is unfortunate to miss out? Let us know!We also speak briefly about the loss at Aldershot, and look ahead to York and Fylde. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2025-02-281h 06The Pools PodFebruary 21I'm joined this week by Adam and Daniel to have a cathartic discussion about the recent results at home to Altrincham and Maidenhead. Recorded on my birthday (Wednesday 19th), we try to figure out what has gone wrong in a season that started with promise, and Adam takes us through his retained list for the summer. There's a few lighter moments too! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2025-02-2150 minThe Pools PodFebruary 14The games are coming thick and fast, and I am joined this week by Her Game Too advocate Jill Simmonds and Technical Scout Ellis Hall to look over results against Sutton and Tamworth. We also rate Anthony Limbrick's start in the hotseat, and analyse individual performances with one eye on future games. Jill also explains what Her Game Too is all about, and their links with the club. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2025-02-1445 minThe Pools PodPod on Tour - SuttonA little bit of extra content to listen to before (or after!) the Tamworth game. This is an improvised ramble - recorded across Saturday and Tuesday on my dictaphone - on the game at Sutton. Thoughts from the game before kick-off, at half-time, and full-time, plus an epilogue recorded on Tuesday. Available on all usual channels - let me know if there is any other type of content you would like to see! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2025-02-1116 minThe Pools PodFebruary 7I am joined this week by Hartlepool Mail's Robbie Stelling to look over recent Pools news, including Anthony Limbrick stepping up, the 3UP campaign, recent results, and the upcoming fixtures. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2025-02-071h 07
The Pools PodJoel PorterI am privileged to bring you a special episode this week, as I am joined by Pools legend Joel Porter to look back at his highs and lows at the club.He speaks about his early days in England, signing for Pools, and his time under Neale Cooper, before talking candidly about his frustrating time with injuries and putting aside his disappointment at having a request to leave rejected to score 23 goals in the 2008-09 season.There's fond recollections of goals scored, the FA Cup, and his surprise return to the town for the ten-year...2025-01-311h 00The Pools PodJanuary 24Adam and Danny join me this week to look over our draw with Wealdstone, and the news of injury layoffs for Anthony Mancini and Joe Grey. We cast our eye to the next three games, and take a stab at predicting how they will pan out. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2025-01-2427 minThe Pools PodJanuary 17Thank you to Isaac and Mark for joining me at short notice this week! We have a ramble about transfers, some contract news this week, and take a look at the run ahead.There's a few stories in there about following Pools too! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2025-01-1738 minThe Pools PodJanuary 12Another weekend without a game hasn't stopped us! Myself and Adam hand out player ratings for the first half of the season. Feel free to agree or disagree! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2025-01-121h 08The Pools PodJanuary 4After a Christmas break, I am joined by Daniel Cooper and James Daley - we ring in the New Year with a look back at wins over Yeovil and Oldham either side of a loss at Gateshead. We also chat about potential transfers now that the EFL transfer window is open, and analyse our upcoming fixtures. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2025-01-0444 minThe Pools PodDecember 20 - Hartlepool MailA Hartlepool Mail special this week, as I am joined by current Pools writer Robbie Stelling, and Pools reporter between 1999 and 2005, Sam Lee. We chat about past and present, including how coverage has changed over the years, stories in following the club, and the camaraderie between players, staff, and press. There's also time to speak about the current campaign, and how we think the team could do in the coming months. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2024-12-2047 minThe Pools PodDecember 13I am joined this week by Daniel Cooper from radio station 'The Red', and friend of the pod Adam Davison. We chat about the FA Trophy exit in midweek, Lennie Lawrence's post-match thoughts, and selection headaches. With thanks to Daniel for allowing use of his post-match interview with the Pools boss from Tuesday's game. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2024-12-1335 minThe Pools PodDecember 6 - Poolies at HeartI am joined this week by Stephen Poxon, freelance author and Pools supporter, to discuss his upcoming book 'Poolies at Heart'. The book is a celebration of Hartlepool United, as told by fans, former players, former managers, and many others who have contributed to the club.Stephen has spoken to many people in writing this book, and shares a few compelling anecdotes about the likes of Danny Wilson and Ronnie Moore, while touching on how passionate everyone was - and is - about HUFC.We also speak about the current season, and how Stephen follows...2024-12-0629 minThe Pools PodNovember 29I'm joined this week by Dan Nicholson and Paul Foster to reflect on Pools' victories over Solihull and Fylde, plus a look forward to the upcoming run of games leading into the New Year. We also chat about the current goalkeeping situation, the FA Trophy's worth, and a look back at the play-off final against Torquay! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2024-11-2932 minThe Pools PodNovember 22The opening episode of the Pools Pod! My guests to kick off the pod are Adam Davison and Isaac Retallick.We talk about the summer activity at Pools - including management changes and new signings - and the impact of this on the season.The game against Eastleigh is also on the agenda, as is the upcoming clash with Solihull and expectations for the rest of the campaign. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2024-11-2230 min