The Blue Room - Everton FC Podcast

Rob is joined by Matt and Mike this week for a special Thanksgiving Kick About. The lads reflect on the impact of Lucas Digne's injury and ponder what comes next. We also discuss the long-term crafting of Alex Iwobi and the influence the NFL has had on how we consume other sports. Want a little more from us? Try The Blue Room Extra for more than 20 hours extra content a month: https://www.patreon.com/TheBlueRoomExtra Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Full show available here: https://www.patreon.com/posts/44339821 Matt speaks to Phil Hay from The Athletic for a preview of our opponents on Saturday, Leeds United. Phil goes through the promotion, the adaptation to the Premier League and draws some comparisons between Marcelo Bielsea and Carlo Ancelotti. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Matt is joined by Dave Downie, Sarah Halpin and Jake Mills this week. To start the show, we have a special guest in Dave Kelly, the Chair of Fans Supporting Foodbanks, to talk about his recent award—the BBC North West Unsung Sporting Hero for 2020. Dave gives us an insight into the work being done by FSF in what has been a challenging year for everyone. We also discuss potential returns to Goodison Park and how Everton's defence will cope with a vibrant Leeds United side on Saturday. To find out more about Fans Supporting Foodbanks, click here: https://twitter.com/SFoodbanks Want a little more from us? Try The Blue Room Extra for more than 20 hours extra content a month: https://www.patreon.com/TheBlueRoomExtra Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Listen in full: https://www.patreon.com/posts/44267656 Matt, Mike De Asha and Mike Greenall are on Subs' Weekly duty this week. We discuss the prospect of supporters back in stadiums, before turning their attention to the Fulham win and ahead to the clash with Leeds United on Saturday. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The audio from our weekly Monday YouTube show, with Matt and Les. Video available here: https://youtu.be/LXVFaRBe9Lg Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Matt, Mark, Adam and Rob react to Everton's clash with Fulham in the Premier League. Want a little more from us? Try The Blue Room Extra for more than 20 hours extra content a month: https://www.patreon.com/TheBlueRoomExtra Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Mark joins Rob this week to take a deep delve into Everton ahead of the return of Premier League football. We ponder the limitations of Everton, potential formational problems, midfield issues and the best combination in defence. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Full show available here: https://www.patreon.com/posts/44077089 Matt chats to Sammy James from the Fulhamish podcast ahead of Sunday's Premier League clash. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

You can buy Jim Keoghan's How to Run a Football Club: The Story of Our National Game here: https://www.amazon.co.uk/How-Run-Football-Club-National-ebook/dp/B08CJ5V11Z/ref=cm_cr_arp_d_product_top?ie=UTF8 Matt is joined by Alan, Connor and Jim this week, with thoughts beginning to turn towards the return of the Toffees, who face Fulham on Sunday in the Premier League. We discuss Richarlison's goal for Brazil, James Rodriguez's nightmare week for Colombia and reflect on what went wrong for Ademola Lookman. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Rob is back with Les and Hannah for the latest Kick About. There's a big, fat Everton conversation on the big dip in form, just how big a solution is required and some thoughts on what to do in midfield. The guys also have a chat about the fallout from the U.S. elections and give you some music recommendations to get through the international break. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Matt is joined by Mark and Paddy to reflect on a disappointing weekend for the Toffees. We discuss surveys, Anthony Gordon's recent absence and what can be done to bolster the team's defensive quality going forward. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Full show available here: https://www.patreon.com/posts/43754757 Matt is joined by Dave, Carl and debutant Alan Feehely for the latest Subs' Weekly. In addition to the loss to Manchester United and the club's Bramley Moore survey, we discuss the resignation of Greg Clarke from the position of Football Association chairman and the necessity for fresh leadership in the English game. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

You can get the book for £8.99 here: https://reachsportshop.com/book/a-grand-old-team-to-report-45-years-following-everton-football-club/ Matt catches up with Dave Prentice, as they discuss his new book A Grand Old Team to Report. The Liverpool Echo's Sports Editor looks back at his life supporting and reporting on the Toffees, ranging from the highs of the 1980s to the relegation scraps in the 1990s. Dave also lifts the lid on some of his interactions with David Moyes, Tim Cahill, Duncan Ferguson, Joe Royle and many more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Matt and Mike reflect on another disappointing day in the Premier League for the Toffees. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Rob is joined by Paddy and Mat F for a chat about the American election on the latest Kick About. The guys discuss the state of play on Thursday night, the candidates and the election night (and day). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

FULL SHOW AVAILABLE HERE: https://www.patreon.com/posts/weekend-preview-43570840 Matt chats to Jay Mottershead about what's going on with the Red Devils at the moment and gets an indication of what Everton can expect from Saturday's match. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Matt is joined by Sarah and Paul on this week's show. We get the inside scoop from Wembley from Sarah, as Everton lost to Manchester City in the Women's FA Cup final. We also look ahead to the clash with Manchester United on Saturday and what kind of changes Carlo Ancelotti is likely to make to his team. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Matt, Rob, Mark and Dave react to another disappointing day in the Premier League for Everton, as they suffered a 2-1 loss at Newcastle United. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Full show available here: https://www.patreon.com/posts/43292512 Matt is joined by football journalist and Newcastle United supporter Kristan Heneage to preview this weekend's clash in the north east. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Matt is joined by Sarah, Dave and Pete, as we preview a huge weekend of football. The girls are in action on Sunday in the FA Cup final, as they take on Manchester City at Wembley. The lads visit Newcastle United seeking to fight back after their 2-0 loss to Southampton. We also talk sponsorship, scheduling and selection. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Matt, Mark and Dave react to a disappointing day on the south coast. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Rob returns and is joined by Mat F and Hannah this week. They discuss resolutions for the Reds, the destination vs. the journey, injuries and the next three games. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Full show available here: www.patreon.com/posts/43037892 Prior to the breaking news about James Rodriguez's injury layoff, Matt previews this Sunday's clash with Southampton with some help of Ben Stanfield from the Total Saints podcast. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Matt is joined by Dave, Mike G and Sarah this week. We discuss confusion in the Everton women's fixture, the Toffees' strong start to the men's season and the big selection calls Carlo Ancelotti needs to make at Southampton. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Full show available here: https://www.patreon.com/posts/42963502 Matt was joined by Gav, Mike D and Adam S to discuss the fallout from the Merseyside derby. We comment on the team's quality and character, what we're seeing from Dominic Calvert-Lewin and discuss Jordan Pickford's reckless challenge, as well as the reaction to it. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Rob and Dave are back for a deep dive into Everton. They discuss Pickford and the post-derby fallout, Ben Godfrey, the next three games and shifting mindsets. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Full show available here: https://www.patreon.com/posts/42918538 Matt gets the thoughts of former goalkeeper, current coach and broadcaster David Preece following Jordan Pickford's eventful Merseyside derby on Saturday. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Your instant reaction, as Matt, Mark, Dave and Rob react to a wild game at Goodison Park. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Dave is joined by former Liverpool striker Neil Mellor to preview the Merseyside derby. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Matt and Mike join Rob for the latest Kick About. We discuss the state of play in the Premier League this season, Project Big Picture and do a big chat about the Merseyside derby. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

To listen to this show in full, click here: https://www.patreon.com/posts/42784519 Matt speaks to Henry Jackson of This Is Anfield ahead of the weekend's Merseyside derby. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Matt is joined by Paul, Sarah and Dave as we build up to the Merseyside derby. We chat about Everton Women and the exciting development of Lucy Graham, who scored twice in the win over West Ham United. There's also an assessment of the international break and how Everton are growing in Colombia. Before a preview of Saturday's match, strong thoughts were offered on Project Big Picture and it's failure. Get in touch with us here: [email protected]. Want a little more from us? Try The Blue Room Extra for more than 20 hours extra content a month: https://www.patreon.com/TheBlueRoomExtra Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Full show available here: https://www.patreon.com/posts/42712341 Matt is joined by Paddy and Carl this week to discuss a variety of topics. With Cristiano Ronaldo testing positive for Covid-19, we ask if there's a need for international football at the moment. There's also widespread cynicism regarding the intentions of Project Big Picture. We finish off with a chat about the Merseyside derby and how Everton should approach the match. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Ben Crawford and Dave Downie are joined by 2 reds to preview this weekend's Merseyside derby. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Kate, Keith, and Les joined Rob for a roundtable discussion of each of our top 5 UK albums of the 90's. A fun music talk for your leisurely Everton-free weekend. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Matt is joined by Lyndon, Peter Mac and Adam Jones for this week's show. We discuss Tom Davies' position in the squad after his goal for England Under-21s on Wednesday. Elsewhere, we assess the deadline day and ask whether Everton should've moved for Sergio Romero. We finish by asking if expectations and have been altered and if fans being absent is making a positive impact on the team. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Listen to the full show here: www.patreon.com/posts/42451500 Matt is joined by Paddy, Dave and debutant Lexy Topping for a chat about the top-of-the-league Toffees. We take stock on what an incredible season it's been so far and reflect on James Rodriguez's stellar performances. We then have a chat about Robin Olsen and Jordan Pickford, before asking whether there's enough depth at the sharp end of the pitch. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Matt and Mike spoke to Daniel Storey, the co-author of the book Mind Games: The Ups and Downs of Life and Football with Everton icon Neville Southall. Dan tells us where the concept of the book came from, what Nev was like to work with and how mental healthy advocacy has been at the forefront of Southall's life, both as a player and following his retirement. We also have a chat about the Toffees' brilliant start to the campaign. You can order the book here: https://www.waterstones.com/book/mind-games/neville-southall/2928377045777 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Matt, Rob and a number of guests take you through the final stages of the transfer deadline. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Everton went back to the top of the Premier League on Saturday, as James Rodriguez orchestrated a hammering of Brighton. Matt, Mark, Rob and Laura gleefully react. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Click here to listen to this podcast and a lot more on Blue Room Extra: https://www.patreon.com/posts/42279167 Matt speaks to Michael Bailey, the Norwich correspondent for The Athletic, to get the lowdown on defender Ben Godfrey, who appears set to move to Goodison Park for £25 million. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Rob, Hannah and Keith have a big chat about processing the feeling of Everton being good for an extended period and recalibrating our ceiling within the context of the rest of the league. We also discuss DCL’s step up to the next level and some of our favourite new albums this year. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Everyone still buzzing? So are Matt and Dave. The lads reflect on the wins for the girls and the lads on Wednesday, before discussing Dominic Calvert-Lewin's development in more detail following his England call-up. They also reflect on the latest rumours linking Moise Kean with a move away from the club. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Everton have won again. Easy this, isn't it? Matt is joined by Dave, Mark and Adam S to revel in another free-scoring display from the Blues and the red-hot Dominic Calvert-Lewin. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Sign up to Blue Room Extra: https://www.patreon.com/TheBlueRoomExtra It's good news, for the Blues! Matt starts off this week's show by chatting to the Guardian's Jonathan Liew, who has covered two of Everton's wins this season. Afterwards, Mike and Les join the conversation to reflect on a fantastic weekend for the football club and what has the potential to be an exciting week. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Everton are top of the table again! Matt is joined by Dave, Rob and Mike G to react to a hard-earned win at Selhurst Park. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Rob and Mark are back with a new Kick About and there are positives and negatives to discuss. They chat about the upside and the opportunity in front of Everton, as well as the goalkeeping situation, with rumours regarding Sergio Romero starting to intensify. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Matt is joined by Sarah, Si and Mike to reflect on another eventful night for the 5-2 Toffees. We discuss the goalkeeping situation after Pickford's blunders and assess who helped their case. Talk then turns to two massive games this weekend. The lads head to Crystal Palace looking to make it three from three in the Premier League and the girls face Chelsea in the FA Cup quarter-final at Goodison Park. Want a little more from us? Try The Blue Room Extra for more than 20 hours extra content a month: https://www.theblueroomefc.com/theblu... Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

To listen in full find us on Blue Room Extra: https://www.patreon.com/TheBlueRoomExtra Matt catches up with Dan from the HLTCO account for a chat about Palace ahead of Saturday's meeting between the two sides. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Matt, Rob and Mark reflect on another 5-2 win for the Toffees, who moved into the last-16 of the League Cup despite the best efforts of Jordan Pickford. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices