Wise Men Say

No Stephen this week but Gareth is at the ALS Cafe to chat with Martyn McFadden and Jez Robinson, the founders of A Love Supreme, to talk about 30 years of the fanzine. We look ahead to Bristol Rovers and discuss the win over Plymouth Argyle. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

James Copley speaks with Jack Ross, Nick Barnes and Gary Bennett as we react to Sunderland's 2-0 win over Plymouth Argyle. We also hear from WMS regulars in the pub and get fan reaction as well. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Frankie is joined in the studio by Rory Fallow and Matthew Keeling as they look ahead to the visit of Plymouth Argyle on Saturday Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The lads are joined by former Sunderland striker/centre back Lee Howey to discuss our victory away at Bristol Rovers. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

It's an away day treat as Rory Fallow and Tom Walsh guide you through their respective trips to Bristol Rovers. We hear from Rory (and his dar) and Tom pre-match as they speak with fans about their expectations of the day's game as well as ruminating on recent form and fixtures, League One, and Checkatrade glory or promotion? Post match we get player rating chat from Craig and Matthew as well as further reflections from Rory (and his dar) and Tom. It's rambling, it's raw. it's drunken and it's fun. Enjoy! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The lads are joined by A Love Supreme head honcho, Martyn McFadden, to look back at our win over Gillingham as well as previewing our visit to Bristol Rovers. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

James Copley speaks with Nick Barnes and Jack Ross after our 4-2 victory over Gillingham. We also hear from WMS regular Chris Weatherspoon and his dar. What a treat! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Well, Sunderland surely won't draw again will they? Yep. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

James Copley guides you through the sea of disappointment after another home draw. We hear from Phil Smith, Jack Ross, Simon O'Rourke and a throng of WMS contributors. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The lads are joined by author and producer Lance Hardy to discuss our 1-1 draw at Oxford and look ahead to what could be a massive week in our promotion bid. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Stephen and Gareth sat down with Will Grigg for a chat about his career, his move to Sunderland and his aspirations. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The lads are joined by BBC Radio Newcastle's Nick Barnes to discuss our 1-0 victory over AFC Wimbledon and assess out January transfer window activity. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

James Copley hosts as we react to our 1-0 victory over AFC Wimbledon. He catches up with Nick Barnes, club historian Rob Mason, members of the WMS and other supporters to get their views on the game. We also hear from the gaffa, Jack Ross. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

A little bonus pod as Sunderland director Charlie Methven popped into town to show some community spirit after a recent shop fire in the city centre. He brought along Grant Leadbitter and Jack Baldwin too. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

We're at The Ship Isis in Sunderland for a change of scene for a transfer window Mega Pod! Frankie, Stephen, Gareth and Craig discuss the incomings as they happen (well, maybe) and look ahead to our home game with AFC Wimbledon on Saturday. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Frankie is in the studio with Matthew and Craig as they discuss the Josh Maja situation and we also here from Juan Sartori thanks to ALS  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

James Copley hosts as we react to our 2-0 victory over Man City U21s and our progression to the Semi Finals of the Checkatrade Trophy. We hear from:- WMS host Frankie Francis.- BBC Radio Newcastle's Nick Barnes.- Manager Jack Ross.- Duncan Watmore- Finally, Wise Men Say podcasters Stephen Goldsmith and Micky Lough. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Well, YouTube channels were a thing we thought we were interested in a few years ago. We travelled up to snowy Scotland in January 2016, all cautiously content with Big Sam as manager, to chat to former winger Allan Johnston. What a player he was, eh?The pilot never made it to air, so we've chopped a bonus podcast for you all. It's a bit different to our normal structure in that it's very informal and improvised, but it's certainly worth half an hour of your time, like. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Hear from Jack Ross as the WMS regulars Micky, Matthew and Chris join Frankie Francis in the studio as they look forward to the trip down to Glanford Park on Saturday Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this edition of WMS, in association with ALS, the lads are joined by Sunderland Echo writer Phil Smith to discuss our 1-1 draw with Luton Town. Our own Craig Clark was out and about on Saturday with a special guest too. Bilde journalist Tim Osing headed over to see what Sunderland was all about. They caught up with travelling St Mirren fans making a SoL pilgrimage in honour of Jack Ross, and chatted with Lee Cattermole. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

 ITV Tyne Tees' Simon O'Rourke reacts to an entertaining yet frustrating game of football.- Sunderland legend Gary Bennett analyses referee Lee Probert's questionable decision making.- BBC Radio Newcastle's Nick Barnes gives his thoughts on Sunderland's striking options.- Manager Jack Ross answers questions on the game, the referee and Josh Maja.- Craig Clark speaks to midfielder Max Power fresh from the draw.- Finally, Wise Men Say podcasters Craig, Chris Weatherspoon, James Copley dissect the match over a pint in The Victory. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

A jam packed preview pod hosted by Frankie with studio voices Micky Lough and Matthew Keeling plus James Copley speaks to Luke O'Nien, Jimmy Dunne and Charlie Methven Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

James Copley hosts as we react to the 4-0 thumping of Newcastle United U21s. We hear from Manager Jack Ross, ITV's Simon O'Rourke, Radio Newcastle's Nick Barnes and a selection of WMS regulars too. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this edition of WMS, in association with ALS, the lads discuss the draw at Charlton, results over Christmas and the Maja contract situation. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Tom Walsh is our guide in Blackpool where Sunderland came way with a 1-0 victory. We hear from Blackpool Supporters Trust board member Andy Higgins on just what on Earth is going on at the Tangerines. After the game, Tom caught up with Graham MacMillan-Mason from the Roker Report to assess the victory. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

James Copley hosts as we react to a dissapointing performance at home to Shrewsbry Town. We hear from Jack Ross, Simon O'Rourke, Nick Barnes and WMS regulars Rory Fallow, Tom Walsh and Craig Clark. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

A bumper Boxing Day crowd watched the lads beat Bradford. It wasn't without controversy though. Hear from Manager Jack Ross and others. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this edition of WMS, in association with ALS, the lads get together for a festive edition of the show. There's quizzes, one featuring Lynden Gooch and Max Power, as well as a Christmas edition of 'A Pair of Balls'. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this edition of WMS, in association with ALS, Frankie has a Thursday off! So Stephen and Gareth take the reigns and look ahead to the top of the table clash at Fratton Park on Saturday. We also have the latest instalment of "A Pair of Balls" and a Portsmouth away guide from Tom Walsh. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this edition of WMS, in association with ALS, we are at The Roker End cafe with ALS editor Martyn McFadden to discuss our 2-1 victory over Bristol Rovers on Saturday. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Listen to post match reaction from the visit of Bristol Rovers at the Stadium Of Light, captured by Matthew Keeling featuring regular contributors Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Frankie Hosts and is joined by Matthew Keeling and Richard Easterbrook they discuss the weekends game against Bristol, going out of the FA cup and the visit Newcastle United U23's Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The lads react to our first defeat in what feels like a billion games. It's never good to lose a game, but is it such a bad thing given the league games are stacking up? Micky, Matthew and Craig got together in the Wheatsheaf for a bit of post-match craic. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In the second instalment of our WMS 'Meet the Managers' series, Malcolm Crosby speaks to us about the 1992 FA Cup final and the circumstances surrounding the end of his tenure as Sunderland manager... Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The lads react to the abandoned fixture with Accrington Stanley. We hear from Tom Walsh on the ground at the Wham Stadium, and from Gareth, Stephen and Stephen Elliott at the SoL beam back. Richard Easterbrook and Tom also get fan reaction. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Stephen and Gareth popped to the Academy of Light for a chat with Sunderland's media and social admin team Oscar Chamberlain and Sam Lightle. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Ahead of the release of Docu-series Sunderland Til I Die, we sit down for a chat with Fulwell73's Leo Pearlman and Ben Turner as well as series director David Soutar. Sunderland Til I Die will be available worldwide on Netflix from Friday December 14th. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

James Copley gets some instant reaction after our 2-0 victory over Notts County in the Checkatrade Trophy. We hear from Jack Ross, Simon O'Rourke, Nick Barnes and our own Micky Lough and Craig Clark. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In the second instalment of our WMS 'Meet the Managers' series, Malcolm Crosby speaks to us about his early career, how he ended up at his home town team and all about that fantastic 1992 FA Cup run... Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Stephen and Gareth sit down with broadcaster and writer Andy Dawson to discuss their memories of Malcolm Crosby's Sunderland tenure, and that magnificent run to the 1992 FA Cup Final. Part One and Part Two of an interview with Malcolm Crosby will follow... Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Frankie, we hear from Jack Ross, Tom does another while Mickey and Craig chew the fat Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

James Copley gets some instant reaction after our 4-2 victory at home to Barnsley! we hear from Charlie Methven, Jack Ross, Phil Smith, Nick Barnes, Gary Bennett as well as WMS contributors Micky Lough and Adam Webb. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this edition of WMS, in association with ALS, the lads are joined by SAFC Fanzine stalwart Tom Lynn to discuss our fantastic comeback away to Walsall. Today, we spell redemption P-O-W-E-R... Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The WMS team react to our 2-2 draw at Walsall. We hear from Tom Walsh, Matthew Keeling, Stephen Goldsmith and other drunk people, with the topic of the day being Max Power's red card... Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Walsall Preview Podcast. Frankie hosts and is joined in the studio by Michael Lough and Matthew Keeling plus a special new feature Tom Walsh and his Away Guide Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this edition of WMS, in association with ALS, the lads have a draw to talk about for a change. Still undefeated at home, but is a point at home to Wycombe enough at this stage of the season? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

James Copley gets some instant reaction after our 1-1 draw with Wycombe Wanderers. We hear from Jack Ross and James speaks with Gary Bennett, Nick Barnes, Simon O'Rourke and some fans in a pub! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Frankie is joined in the studio by Michael Lough, Chris Weatherspoon and Richard Easteregg as they discuss Wycombe Wanderers visit the the Stadium of Light at the weekend Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this edition of WMS, in association with ALS, the lads are joined by former Sunderland striker Stephen Elliott and ALS editor Martyn McFadden. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Host Frankie Francis is joined by Micky Lough and Matthew Keeling in the studio to talk about all the hot SAFC topics and festive bakes Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.