The Blue Room - Everton FC Podcast

Fifty up for the Byline! Matt and Paddy take a closer look at Thierno Barry as we reach the half-century. When did the interest start? Where will he fit in? And how much fun is he going to be? We also look at the rest of the transfer possibilities - Mark Travers is imminent but who's next? Focus then turns to actual football. With Accrington hosting the Blues on Tuesday night, who has the most on the line in pre-season? EMAIL: [email protected] Use discount code TBR25: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://lgatesphotoshop.com/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠#EFC⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠#Everton⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠#EvertonStadium⁠ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

As John Textor lifts the lid on Moshiri’s high stakes negotiation games, Les, Rodger and Dave debate if the club has finally reached some calmer waters. Pre-season friendlies are upon us but there's still plenty of player vacancies for the campaign ahead. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Matt catches up to get an honest assessment on our new centre-forward from Phil. What are Everton getting right now? How have Villarreal got the best of him? What has the reaction been in Spain to the £27.5m fee? Listen to the Spanish Football Podcast HERE. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

LISTEN IN FULL: https://tinyurl.com/mv68admz Matt is joined by Lyndon and Jake an hour after the Blues confirmed the transfer of Thierno Barry. We look at what he can bring to the Everton attack and what other positions need improving before the pre-season really kicks into gear. We also reflect on the contract announcements for Jarrad Branthwaite and Idrissa Gueye. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Warren is joined by Keith & Paul and asks if we are starting to feel anxious about lack of incomings or if signings are imminent. The lads also chat about new contracts, the apparent sale of Goodison and the best ever summer signings Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Matt and Paddy are back - with more good news! Idrissa Gueye has signed a new contract, which is a huge relief. What were the details behind the new deal? And is the veteran currently papering over the cracks in midfield? We also look at what happens when the players return to pre-season and Paddy reflects on his VIP tour (sort of) of Hill Dickinson Stadium. EMAIL: [email protected] Use discount code TBR25: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://lgatesphotoshop.com/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠#EFC⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠#Everton⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠#EvertonStadium⁠ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Les, Rodger and Dave discuss our recent (re)signings, the new structure at the club, who will have the casting vote & when will the real new signings finally rock up? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

LISTEN IN FULL: https://tinyurl.com/5x5uaac2https://tinyurl.com/5x5uaac2 Matt and Rob react to the news of Michael Keane's new contract and Idrissa Gueye's impending renewal. We also assess the significance of Jarrad Branthwaite's new contract and Thierno Barry's potential transfer. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Liam is joined by fellow Park Ender Callum Gamble for his memories of Marco Silva’s only full season in charge of the ToffeesFrom Palace to Berlin, via a day out in Chester, Callum shares his takes on an eventful season which culminated in him scoring at Goodison Park.This episode is in association with The Excelsior. Thanks to Sean Ponzini, Niall O’Donnell and Gary Lunt for their contributions. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Warren is joined by Pete & Good Times host Liam to discuss the brilliant news of Jarrad Branthwaite’s new contract, pre-season in the States and the latest news on Everton Women. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

There is a lot going on at the moment isn't there? Matt and Paddy return with exits (definitely), arrivals (maybe) and contracts (hopefully?) to discuss. Dominic Calvert-Lewin is the first point to tackle this week. What does his Everton legacy look like? And is he the most he-could-play-for-anyone player on the free agent market this summer? We then pivot to talk Jarrad Branthwaite, Idrissa Gueye and Michael Keane and their potential new deals. Thierno Barry and Kenny Tete round us off, as we look at whether Everton have been 'played' on the latter. EMAIL: [email protected] Use discount code TBR25: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://lgatesphotoshop.com/⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠#EFC⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠#Everton⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠#EvertonStadium⁠ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

As Les escapes the British summer on a sunbed in Morocco, Dave & Rodger discuss DCL’s Everton career, compare his stats to big Dunc’s and then examine the prices of Premium Seating at Bramley Moore. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Keith and Good Times Podcast host Liam join Warren on the Weekly to discuss the strong links to Thierno Barry, the transfer saga of Kenny Tete, the new kit and a sprinkling of Test Cricket. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Another 8th place finish beckons, albeit one that inspires more optimism than the last one.Silva and Brands have re-balanced the squad, but after a positive start the season is thrown off-kilter by one of the most harrowing derby moments you could imagine.Re-live it with us. It's what you need.This episode is in association with The Excelsior. Thanks to Sean Ponzini and Gary Lunt for their contributions. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

LISTEN IN FULL: https://tinyurl.com/7b7khdky Matt and Mick take a deeper look at some transfer targets. Thierno Barry is in talks with the Blues according to reports. Would he be an ideal target? And is he a better fit for Everton than Nick Woltemade at the moment? We also look at Kenny Tete's situation and assess James McAtee's suitability after his performances at the European Under-21 Championships. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Les, Dave, and Rodger discuss the imminent incomings at Everton and look at whether taking players and staff from Premier League rivals points to the club being a serious proposition again. We also have a quick look at the Toffees first six fixtures and how that start could play out. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Dave talks to Sammy James from Fulhamish for an extended chat on right-back Kenny Tete, who looks to be joining the Blues on a free transfer after five years with the Cottagers. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Matt and Paddy return - and with some breaking transfer news to talk about. Kenny Tete is in advanced talks over a move to Everton. What will he offer? And were the links to Kyle Walker ever really worth taking seriously? We then answer your questions on transfers, PSR deadlines, embargos, set pieces and potential further appointments. FAB Vote: https://www.evertonfc.com/news/2025/june/20/fan-advisory-board-vote-deadline-nears/ EMAIL: [email protected] Use discount code TBR25: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://lgatesphotoshop.com/⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠#EFC⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠#Everton⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠#EvertonStadium⁠ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

LISTEN IN FULL: https://tinyurl.com/5n7wwxwf Matt and Rob return to discuss the latest Blues transfer reports and rumours. The Branthwaite contract talks are the big discussion point this week. How crucial would a new deal for him be? And would it settle Everton nerves before a huge summer. We also look back at the Walker speculation and assess the other options available to the Blues at right-back. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Warren is joined by Keith and Paul on this week's show, as the summer seems to be hotting up in more ways than one for the Blues. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

LISTEN IN FULL: https://tinyurl.com/rm45fy5h Matt, Patric and Adam are in this week. We plan are dream debut day at Hill Dickinson Stadium before the fixtures come out. Focus then turns to transfers. Why would Everton look at Kyle Walker? And what would Thierno Barry's arrival mean for Beto? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Matt and Paddy return to talk transfers again. First of all, the links to Thierno Barry have escalated. What are the potential obstacles in this deal? And what would Everton be getting if they brought him in? We also look at Jarrad Branthwaite's situation. Something feels like it has to give this summer. Will there be a sale or an increased salary? Finally, we analyse the arrival of James Smith to the recruitment department. EMAIL: [email protected] Use discount code TBR25: ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://lgatesphotoshop.com/⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠#EFC⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠#Everton⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠#EvertonStadium⁠ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Whilst the Billionaire Clubs have a kick about in the USA, does that give Everton a real chance to grow a seriously depleted squad (of only 16!) and sneak up to the dizzy heights of the Premier League’s Top 10? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

LISTEN IN FULL: https://tinyurl.com/mtfxwxw2 Matt and Rob return with perfect timing. After initial reports linking Thierno Barry with a move to the Blues, interest appears to have intensified in the past 24 hours. What would the France youth international bring to Hill Dickinson Stadium? And is there room for more striker additions? We also assess Idrissa Gueye's situation and the potential for a two-year deal. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Roberto's Difficult Second Season sees Everton struggle through a long, dark winter. They manage to avoid being dragged into a relegation battle, but suffer two of the most spectacular cup exits of the Good Times era. Solo Lo Mejor! This episode is in association with The Excelsior. Thanks to Sean Ponzini and Gary Lunt for their contributions. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Les, Paul and Liam join Warren on the Weekly, to talk Pickford, International Football and Premier League viewing figures in decline Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Paddy is back from holiday - and the lads are back to talk Everton transfers. Jack Grealish continues to be linked. Would his signing make a statement or bring a circus? There's also a look at how the Blues have been tracking players and how that will continue with a changeover in recruitment staff. Finally we focus on contracts. Should there be concern over the delay on Gana Gueye's deal? And should Everton be dishing out two-year contracts for 35-year-olds? EMAIL: [email protected] Make sure you don’t miss out on our exclusive deal – head to ⁠www.nordvpn.com/blueroom⁠ and get an extra four months free when you sign up for the 2-year plan. Use discount code TBR25: ⁠⁠⁠https://lgatesphotoshop.com/⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠#EFC⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠#Everton⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠#EvertonStadium Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

As the Blues head into an exciting Summer Window Les, Rodger and Dave ask who’s got the sun cream, the passports and the currency aka What’s going on behind the scenes at the Blues and is silence golden? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

LISTEN IN FULL: https://tinyurl.com/3uyjxzth Matt and Rob are back to take you through the ups and downs of the summer window. We tackle the Jack Grealish question and whether Everton need a 'Statement Signing' this summer. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Everton are back in Europe, and Roberto's blue army is loaded with players who flattered to deceive at the Brazil World Cup - Leighton Baines and Phil Jagielka took the blame for another Steven Gerrard slip-up, Ross Barkley shared a bench with Frank Lampard Jr., Romelu Lukaku fell behind Divock Origi in the Belgium pecking order, Samuel Eto'o had a fight with half the Cameroon team, and Mo Besic was also there. There's a new badge, a *fabric* new home kit, and the least surprising Good Times Goal of the Season ever, on the podcast that knows your first touch on your debut should never be a backheel. This episode is in association with The Excelsior. Thanks to Sean Ponzini and Gary Lunt for their contributions. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Les, Dave, and Rodger pick out the best and worst of Everton's 2024/25 season. Let us know your thoughts on each category: Best goal Best player Best young player Best team performance Most despairing moment Best moment What are you most looking forward to for next season? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Everton have their first signing of the summer secured. Carlos Alcaraz is in, although only for two years. And maybe one more. Matt and Paddy take a look at the deal and the thinking behind the unusual terms of his contract. We also look at the outstanding contract business Everton have to do, before the sound of the Branthwaite rumour mill kicking into gear builds. To finish, there are some alternative end-of-season awards. EMAIL: [email protected] Make sure you don’t miss out on our exclusive deal – head to ⁠www.nordvpn.com/blueroom⁠ and get an extra four months free when you sign up for the 2-year plan. Use discount code TBR25: ⁠⁠https://lgatesphotoshop.com/ ⁠⁠⁠⁠#EFC⁠⁠ ⁠⁠#Everton⁠⁠ ⁠⁠#EvertonStadium Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Reel Tours supremo Gary Lunt is back for a rematch to discuss the 2015 Hollywood movie Creed, which used Goodison Park as a location for the showpiece boxing match between Adonis Creed and 'Pretty' Ricky Conlon. We talk that West Brom game where the picture and audio were captured at half time, Tony Bellew's performance in the film and his real-life world title fight at Goodison, favourite Rocky film, plans for an Everton heritage walking tour, and more. This episode is in association with The Excelsior. Thanks to Sean Ponzini, Niall O'Donnell and Gary himself for their contributions. You can find our first interview with Gary by listening to Ep No.2 of The Good Times Everton Podcast, "2006/07". Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The season ends in style then. A third win in succession saw the Blues finish the campaign on 48 points and gives supporters a lot to be excited about going into the summer. Matt and Paddy assess the win at Newcastle and the potential connotations. Just how good is Pickford now? Is Alcaraz set to stay? Is there confidence on a deal for Delap? EMAIL: [email protected] Make sure you don’t miss out on our exclusive deal – head to ⁠www.nordvpn.com/blueroom⁠ and get an extra four months free when you sign up for the 2-year plan. Use discount code TBR25: ⁠https://lgatesphotoshop.com/⁠⁠#EFC⁠ ⁠#Everton⁠ ⁠#EvertonStadium Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Les, Rodger and Dave reflect on the Moyes inspired turn around that sees us finish with 48 points. They debate if Europe is now a realistic aim for the Blues - there are many routes as proven this season with 9 teams qualifying. PLEASE READ: In 2021, Duncan Browne lost his life in a devastating attack in Liverpool City Centre. Since then, through Doing it For Duncan, Lee (@browner6) and his cousins have raised over £50,000 for The Walton Neuro Centre. Now, in 2025, they’re going even bigger:A 130-mile coast-to-coast walk from Hull to Liverpool - nearly a marathon a day for 6 days straight, camping each night, finishing at Bramley Moore Stadium. If you can, please donate using the link below, share and help make a real difference. Thank you. https://gofund.me/5ca086e5 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Les, Adam, and Rob talk through another brilliant away win for Everton under David Moyes. A strong finish to the season sees Everton finish comfortably mid-table on 48 points for the second season running (points deductions notwithstanding) - a good platform to build on going into the new stadium. Should we be confident for progress next season? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

With the End of an Era at Goodison Park dominating Evertonian minds and the airwaves, the co-hosts take a minute to reflect on the celebrations of 18th May, before going through some of the many listener comments from throughout the spring months.Then, Kevin sits down with a key contributor to the creation of The Good Times Everton Podcast - film and theatre director Sean Ponzini - to discuss his new short film ALIBI, starring Evertonian Thom Williamson.Sean talks about the process behind making a film and screening it at festivals, the burgeoning film scene in Liverpool, Sean Bean and Martin Freeman's accents, and ways that people with an interest in working in the film industry can get on the ladder. There's also a long-running Championship Manager 01/02game that needs finishing.Follow cinemapieproductions on Instagram to watch ALIBI, and keep an eye out for details on how to vote for the film at various upcoming festivals.This episode is in association with The Excelsior. Thanks to Gary Lunt, Niall O'Donnell and Sean himself for their contributions. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Warren is joined by Pete and Rob for more reaction and a very different perspective on the closing of Goodison. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Les joins presenter Phil Munns on BBC Radio Merseyside, to look back on the incredibly emotional day at Goodison on Sunday...they also look ahead to what follows with the club in the summer. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

LISTEN IN FULL: https://tinyurl.com/muu5bwhd Matt is joined by Adam, Laura and Liam to go back through a remarkable weekend. We look at the emotional scenes at Goodison and the decision to let Abdoulaye Doucoure move on. Use discount code TBR25: https://lgatesphotoshop.com/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

With tears wiped away and blue pyro mopped from their foreheads, Matt and Paddy unpick what was an emotional day at Goodison Park for Everton supporters. We recap the incredible scenes at the Old Lady and look at the messages some players may have sent over their future with their 'goodbyes' at the ground. We also discuss the significance of the naming rights deal for the new stadium. EMAIL: [email protected] Make sure you don’t miss out on our exclusive deal – head to ⁠www.nordvpn.com/blueroom⁠ and get an extra four months free when you sign up for the 2-year plan. Sponsor Matt: https://tinyurl.com/3tv22xfp Use discount code TBR25: https://lgatesphotoshop.com/#EFC #Everton #EvertonStadium Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

As Lou Reed once said, the very best send off for the Grand Old Lady. Legends everywhere, none more so than our Royle head of the Blue Family. Les, Rodger and Dave get all sentimental before looking bravely into the future and sharing hopes and dreams of a New Everton. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Les and Warren join BBC 5 Live presenter Rick Edwards to discuss the emotional day for the Blues. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

We say goodbye to Goodison Park for the men's side as The Old Lady shines one more time. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

As we prepare for the final instalment of the Goodison goodbye, Warren, Keith, Les, and Pete pick out some of the most memorable moments in the 133-year-old stadium's history. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

LISTEN IN FULL: https://tinyurl.com/3j2kfx8j It's an emotional one. Matt, Mick, Pete and Dave battle through the tears to talk Goodison Park, the move for the women's team and a momentous day on Sunday. We also look back at the win over Fulham and Carlos Alcaraz's impact. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Dave and Matt spoke at length to three Everton greats about their memories of the The Old Lady; Graham Sharp, Joe Royle and Kevin Sheedy. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Matt and Paddy look ahead to the weekend's momentous occasion, but not before peeking back at a big victory for Everton. Beto and Carlos Alcaraz both made their cases at Fulham - should the Blues be really letting either go this summer? And on Day 1 in his role as Everton CEO, does Angus Kinnear have the biggest in-tray of all time? EMAIL: [email protected] Make sure you don’t miss out on our exclusive deal – head to ⁠www.nordvpn.com/blueroom⁠ and get an extra four months free when you sign up for the 2-year plan. Sponsor Matt: https://tinyurl.com/3tv22xfp Use discount code TBR25: https://lgatesphotoshop.com/ #EFC #Everton #EvertonStadium Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Plenty on the agenda this week; Les, Dave, and Rodger look back at the weekend's win and take a closer look at the squad and those players with contracts coming to an end. Who stays, who goes, what's going on with Goodison, and are we all a bit too sentimental? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Warren, Les and Dave look back on the Blues coming from behind to claim three points at Craven Cottage. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices