The Square Ball: Leeds United Podcast

The pod speaks to Adam Pope of BBC Radio Leeds to get his thoughts on his favourite things of the season so far, plus what it's like to work with Noel Whelan. Moscow ventures in the betting market, there's the case for selling Sam Byram and talk of Paul Green's dancing. The lads examine Ken's thoughts on the "immigration crisis", David Haigh's incarceration and how best to use Oldham's landfill sites. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The season is underway so the pod runs the rule over the new boys in the squad and comes up with an interesting theory about Sam Byram's form. Moscow's happiness plays yin to the yang of Jimmy Hasselbaink's fury while the deconstruction of Cuddly Ken's latest nonsense - endured by the pod so you don't have to - is a must-listen... for cows and dairy farmers alike, but perhaps not "the Arabs". Plus there's something resembling a preview of the games against Bristol City, Sheffield Wednesday and Derby County. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The pod makes a triumphant return for the new season but rest assured that the same old nonsense is rife throughout. There's a reflection on preseason (the good bits, anyway) and a healthy dose of positivity about the new signings. The lads make their preseason predictions - with one outlandish forecast in particular - and there's a look ahead to the opening games of the season. Finally, there's a peek through the curtains to try and establish just who's in Eleonora's bed. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The podcast returns to wrap up all the nonsense from last season. It thanks the scorned Redders and welcomes Uwe Rosler as the next watermelon, but will he last longer now Adam Pearson is in place and a sensible air has descended at Elland Road. For now. Moscowhite contemplates a new future supporting Club Atlético Belgrano next season, and the pod gets down to brass tacks and finds out who you named your Cellino of the Year. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

It's been another fortnight of unbridled chaos at Leeds United, and the pod does its best to make sense of the madness. It's not easy though, as Moscowhite has to come to terms with a Steve Morison goal. It looks like Massimo will be back driving the bus - probably straight through Andrew Umbers' Q&A with Phil Hay. And after complaints that the pod doesn't talk enough about football, the lads joyfully explore five defeats on the bounce in among chatter about facial hair. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

It was all going so well. Too well. Of course, it was never going to last. How dare Steve Thompson swear/insult a man bag/underperform/kick a child a child in the face? The other Steve continues his years-long goal drought and the pod contemplates desperate measures. Meanwhile, Andrew Umbers' presence continues to baffle and amuse. Baldy Michael has some hard-hitting hair tips for the chairman as the countdown to the end of the season thankfully continues. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

It's been a while, but the pod in new surroundings. Lots has happened since the last one, including the blistering run of form that has seen United move clear of the relegation zone and Redders promoted to the status of Sacred Cow. Of course there are rumours of another takeover - after all it's been at least six months since the last one. But what's next? Is it crouching tiger, hidden dragon or cartoon snow leopard? The important issues are all under review - including United's entry for Tree of the Year. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

We did it! No, we're not referring to those three magnificent points against Derby, we're talking about the FSF awards. Did we mention...? Oh we did... Such is the life of the Leeds fan that, on the day we collected the FSF Fanzine of the Year award, we found out Massimo was barred from owning the club. With that in mind, the pod realises it's becoming harder to explain to people just what's going on at Leeds United. Luckily, Ken is on hand to inject some sanity into proceedings. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

After Luke Varney's incredible piece of acting on Saturday, the pod reconvenes to celebrate everything theatrical. There's David Haigh's tearful performance on Twitter, Ken's invitation to watch the drama of the Monaco GP, and on the phone is Ad Hughes. Ad has penned a play about the Leeds hooligan scene in the 84-85 season and he's bringing it to Leeds. He'd like you to see it for free, too! Plus there's all the usual showing off, and has there even been a sighting of Oddy? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The podcast reconvenes - still minus Oddy - to celebrate Redders' turn in the Elland Road dugout. Again. Or is it really Carlo Mazzone? Meanwhile, Red Bull are hovering in the wings, or is it all a load of bull? It's November too, which means we shoudl be buying back Elland Road. Except we're not. And Massimo lays the blame squarely at the feet of GFH. And finally, it's vote begging time as TSB has been nominated for fanzine of the year for the fourth year running. Vote now: http://www.fsf.org.uk/awards Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Recorded ahead of the Wolves game, Moscowhite is freakishly accurate about Darko Milanic's future prospects at Leeds United, as he predicts that the Slovenian would be given the boot straight after the game against the visitors from Molineux. Meanwhile, there's still no sign of Oddy, so the pod unveils a special tribute to its missing friend. On top of all that, there's plenty of chat about old friends, as Ken Bates, Shaun Harvey and Neil Warnock all make an appearance. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Huddersfield are having dog trouble but there's no such issue for Massimo at Brentford, as his arrives safely in a bread bun. The pod tackles the burning questions of the day: does Antenucci understand the offside rule? Is Cellino behind the midfield rhombus? Is Darko Milanic a bare faced liar? Just who is Mr Tubby of Rotherham? Does David Batty own a mobile phone? Could David Haigh borrow it? And just where is Oddy? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

There's still no head coach, but it appears we're better without one as Redders' troops start to gather some momentum on their march with a hard fought win at Bournemouth. Doukara still doesn't look like scoring, but John Belushi certainly does as his cumworthy thunderbastard floats into the Cherries net. Meanwhile, there's still a stench emanating from the Monaco mausoleum as Ben's pens cause a stir. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The podcast has a chat with Phil Hay of the YEP and gets his verdict on the short-lived Hockaday era. Phil also runs through his likely successor in the Whites hot seat and reflects on a busy transfer window at Elland Road. Then it's back to the usual puerile fluff, with a look at the coming matches. Finally, there's a controversial KBVOTF award to cap off podcast 82. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The season is just about underway but it's all over for David "Pressure" Hockaday. The pod reflects on the beginning, middle and the end of The Hock's reign, including such high points as Middlesbrough. Meanwhile, the signings have been flooding in, with all sorts of weird and wonderful foreigners joining the Whites ahead of the close of the transfer deadline. The star so far, though, is our new keeper. Arise Sir Silvestri! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This is part two of the pre-season pair of pods. This time it's all about looking forward: new owner, new mana... - sorry - coach, new players, new style of football. The lads chat about the Cellinos and their new pet, Dave. There's a run through of all the exciting new talent that we know nothing about, and it's predictions time for the 2014-15. Who'll score? Where will we finish? And when will Hockaday be fired - time, day or month? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

It's part one of a pre-season double header. In this edition of the podcast the lads look back at a season that proved memorable for all the wrong reasons. They say farewell to lots of footballers - and Michael Brown. There's also chat about David Haigh's incarceration and the fact that Ken seems more willing to make YouTube videos instead of doing something useful like posting bail. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

As we haven't been on Sky's cameras enough during this pitiful season, it turns out somebody at Leeds United wanted a closer look at the club. Meanwhile, David Haigh has exited stage left as Massimo looks all set for a memorable end of season performance with the axe. And what of poor Brian and his Ronan Keating collection? On top of all this, there's some sound plumbing advice ahead of the final game of the season. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Where to begin? Late night phone calls. Ken's retro comeback. £35m. Michael Herpes Brown. Due diligence. Pughnock. Ian Thomas Moore and his trips to B&Q. Shit pubs. Tim Kerr QC. Blackpool's health crisis. Noel Hunt's wages. Snakes and witches. The Great Elland Road Sleepover. Massimo Cellino. It's been a crazy few weeks and it's all documented here in this mammoth sized Leeds United flavoured podcast. And this is BEFORE we get onto covert surveillance. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Recorded just before the Football League failed Cellino, the podcast reminisces on the Elland Road goal feasts against Bolton and Reading. There's a look back on David Haigh's successful career in the burger industry and property markets, as well a forensic examination of Mrs Jason Pearce's approach to contraception. Michael chuckles at the thought of Bournemouth going four up against the Whites, and there's definitely something fishy about Charlton. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The pod speaks to the YEP's Chief Football Writer, Phil Hay, about Cellino's as-yet-unapproved takeover. It isn't stopping Massimo, mind, as he's apparently brought in Connor Wickham and England keeper Jack Butland. The lads also reminisce about our finest ever custodian, Nigel Martyn. There's also talk of good old 'Arry, about hiring Elland Road, and the all-important role of percussion in football stadia. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Just when you thought it could get any more ridiculous, along comes Massimo. The pod attempts to dissect the takeover madness - some of it in real time. Under the microscope fall Cellino, Farnan, GFH, Luke Varney, and some of their daughters. In amongst all this, we'd almost forgotten we trounced the dog botherers, which was pleasant. It falls to none other than that great sage of our time, Neil Warnock, to have the final say on the matter and to make sense of it all. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Times are tough at Elland Road, but is there some light at the end of the takeover tunnel? The lads try and unpick the mess that involves GFH, David Haigh, the other lot, and our new Italian family. In the spotlight this time is the 3-4-3, and the latest DVD-producing performance from the Whites. Hopefully that won't be the case after the upcoming match against the dog botherers. It's just another typically quiet fortnight at the circus. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The boys are back after the winter break and it's time to assess the team's season so far. How would you score them? Especially if you get to choose your own scoring system. Xmas is under review and the Rochdale debacle is dissected. Little did we know what was in store the week after. More on that next time, but in this one we look forward to some exciting wing play from our new recruits and we sincerely hope Chris Kirkland isn't transported back to Vietnam. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

With the festive season rapidly hurtling towards Elland Road, the podcast gives you the chance to buy a gift for a Leeds United figure, past or present. Mirth aside, things are going pretty well, with victories coming thick and fast. There's a poverty-stricken South Yorkshire double on the horizon, as well as some awards in London. We've had to send Dexter back cos we broke him, but at least we get to keep Alex Mowatt. And what's to come in the takeover-fuelled January sales? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Is Michael Tonge about to release one of the all time great soul albums? The pod attempts to answer this and other pressing questions. What are Watford good at? Do GFH love us anymore? What is David Haigh up to on his gap year? What's Ken's favourite sandwich? Does he have a lovely tan? Will the podcast continue its sickening racist behaviour? Mowatt, Subway, Pugh, Blackburn, Wigan & Watford. It's all here. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Six goals! Six points! The joy of six! It's all round to Howard's for Beef Wellington to celebrate! Ross McCormack is on fire and the Brown/Pugh axis of evil triumphed at a sodden Valley. The pod talks about stand-ins and Middlesbrough are coming with their new fancy dan manager - better known as Jose's mate. But will he have recovered from the time he met Jacob Burns in the Champions League? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

After Michael dismissed Matt Smith's early form for the Whites, he promptly popped up with three goals, so this time the pod celebrates those occasions when Leeds fans called it wrong: Vinnie, Chapman, Pearson, Beckford, Warnock, Morison; the list is a long one. There's a look back at the hammering of Lee Clark's Brum - just don't mention systems - and we gaze forlornly at our runners up medals from the dog botherers tie. And surely we can regain some form against Yeovil and Charlton? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Leeds United never win 4-0 anymore do they? With that in mind the pod sets about dismantling what's up with the club. From the petty to the ridiculous, it's all here in one great bit outpouring. There's also stuff on Kevin Blackwell's promotional vid, the usual gripes about his old boss Warnock and the worst screwdriver joke ever told. Feast your ears! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The team is back in the losing habit, but it's a time for reflection on the job at hand, rather than for panicking - just yet. There's no sign of a striker, but the rumours won't go away. The lads look back at the Burnley match and the roadworks on the A1. Plus they look ahead to Bournemouth's arrival and the tidy up that will no doubt follow. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

TSB has a chat with Brian McDermott (no, really) about the return of the wave, and looks at whether the resurrection of the Revie traditions is to be encouraged. The pod looks back on the Shepherd's Bush Globetrotters match, and looks forward to clashes against Sean Dyche's Burnley, amongst others. Also, the lads chat to boxer and United fan, Josh Warrington, about scrapping at Elland Road. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Phil Hay, chief football writer of the YEP, joins the pod for a round up ahead of the transfer deadline. With Scott Wootton signed up, is there a fifth signing likely and is Brian McDermott happy with his business during the window? Still unbeaten and with more forward steps at Elland Road, the lads are almost buoyant. It's good to be a Leeds fan, even if we're not allowed to drink at Elland Road anymore. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

With four points from the opening two games, things are looking up on the good ship LUFC. There's a new captain at the helm and the pod celebrates Rodolph Austin and those who have gone before him - some good, some Nicholls. Wednesday, Ipswich and the Paynter derby are all sailing on the horizon, and the KBVOTF coins a new phrase: the Clemnock. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The podcast returns for the new season, and everything's here: the departures, the closures, the kit, the new signings, the plane, the predictions, preseason, the ticket sales, the terrible impressions, the KBVOTF, and movie star Luke Varney. There's genuine positivity on the eve of the big kick off and - whisper it quietly - it may just feel good! What could possibly go wrong? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Part 2 of 2. After the retrospective in part 1, this half of the podcast looks forward to next season. The team mulls over: Brian McDermott, GFH, season tickets and memberships, the new kit and its "retro" stripes. And there's plenty more Warnock too. Plus the lads name their villain of the season and look ahead with envious eyes at those making the trip to see United play TBC in Slovenia. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Part 1 of 2. The first half of this end of season podcast is a retrospective of the 2012-13 season: where it went wrong - and where it went even wronger. Colin's departure and Brian's arrival fall under the microscope and the lads revisit their shoddy preseason predictions. Plus there's the released list and the latest instalment of Neil Warnock: Daffodil Cop. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This time the pod consumes all things equine - including the occasional donkey. Colin features heavily too, whether he's being self-serving, sexist or merely sarcastic. There's also idle chat about club legend Morison, cottage cheese, painting it white, Ryan Hall the draught excluder, Phil Collins and United Commercial Director Paul Bell's Twitter meltdown. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The pod speaks to Andy Pye about the casuals exhibition and book 'Wish You Were Here'. There's joy at the Spurs victory and the encouraging signs against Cardiff, but there's frustration at another hero departing for East Anglia and a fairly mediocre transfer window. And remember: you're not my REAL mum! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

It's the second installment of the two-part girthcast and the lads predict doom against Spurs and Cardiff. The general state of things at LUFC is given the once over, as once again it's left to blind hope that things will get better. Finally, the KBVOTF goes to a very deserving winner. Happy days! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

After a winter break the pod returns with a mammoth two-parter. New sound! New voiceover! Same old story at Leeds! Recorded just before that whole awkward Becchio thing, the lads look back across the last 12 games, highlights include Barnsley! Chelsea! Hull! They wonder where it's all gone wrong, if Colin's time is up and what on earth should be done with Michael Brown. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

With the takeover finally nearing its end, GHFC are taking control and the team is winning again. We've even loaned some players! A wave of optimism has swept through ER, but has it arrived in the pod yet? Can we muster up some joy with Ken still loitering? Of course January will be the acid test, but first in December we have the Dog Botherers and a dull child to contend with. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Take note - recorded just before the takeover! There's dodgy money being passed around, while the ball flies over everyone's head in a pointless period for the Whites. It's hard to see where a win is going to come from and in tribute to the season, the pod remembers other things that have started well and turned out badly for United. But what's that on the horizon...? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

With United hammered in the media, the pod examines the events at Sheffield Wednesday; songs, assaults, a bit of football - the lot. There's positive news too as Leeds take apart Southampton's reserves, but the rest has been pretty abject. Fear not though, because Sean Dyche and Eddie Howe return to say hello! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The international break is upon us, so it's time for the boys to take stock of the season so far. It's a general thumbs up as United's unbeaten streak continues. It's not so rosy for GFH Capital, who appear to have turned on the Supporters Trust - or have they? None of that really matters, though. As long as Portsmouth exist then we'll have an endless supply of new players. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

From bad to worse - United have endured some refs across the ages and paranoia rules the pod as the team recalls famous officiating crimes. The YEP's Phil Hay explains what's going on with the takeover, but there are still more questions than answers. But at least things are looking up on the field as Warnock's Whites handsomely turn over Forest and Everton. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Thanks to the international break there's only the Blackburn match to discuss. In. Excrutiating. Detail. TSB writer Amitai Winehouse runs the rule over Rodolph Austin's international performance and the team recalls United's other flirtations with the international scene. There are four games to look forward to, but is there a takeover too? Never mind, we've always got emergency loans! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

With El-Hadji Diouf putting pen to paper at ER, the team fondly remembers other loveable characters, such as Carlton Palmer, Jody Morris and Mark Aizlewood. As well as a takeover update from the YEP's Phil Hay, there's half-baked analysis of the promising start to the season and the all important question is posed: does it have a spaniel in the back? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The pod returns after its summer break and everything is different. We've bought the whole of Portsmouth, there are Arabs knocking at the door while Ken is loitering on the fringes of the party. The team runs the rule over the summer's ins and outs and makes stupid, bold predictions for the season ahead. It's good to be back! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Finally the season is over, but there's plenty still to discuss. With the transfer window now open and with Colin's Clearout well underway, the team gets the lowdown on Adam Clayton from the YEP's Phil Hay and mulls over all the potential ins and outs this summer. After skimming over the final batch of games, the pod also calls a few fans to have a chat about the forgettable season just gone. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this extended podcast, the team pick over the rotten corpse of Leeds United's season - three games, three red cards, three defeats, four angry podcasters. Because the football has been so poor the discussion ventures instead into cultural imperialism and the delights of Lancastrian electricity. There's also a run through the club's accounts and predictions about who will inevitably get sent off in the final run-in. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.