Wise Men Say

In this edition of WMS, in association with ALS, the lads are joined by former Sunderland striker/defender Lee Howey to discuss our second consecutive draw, this time with Fleetwood Town. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Preview podcast for Fleetwood FC's visit to Wearside, Frankie is joined by Michael Lough, Craig Clark, Matthew Keeling in the studio. Hear from manager Jack Ross and what the lads think of all things Sunderland going into the weekends game Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this edition of WMS, in association with ALS, the lads discuss our draw with Oxford United, which was certainly a bad tempered affair. A beefy encounter saw a red card, but should there have been more? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Preview show to Saturdays visit of Oxford United feat Charlie Methven and Jack Ross pre game comments Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In the first of our WMS 'Meet the Managers' series, Denis Smith talks us through his early years, how he came to be Sunderland manager and how he got Sunderland on the up again after relegation to the third tier for the first time in the club's history. There are also contributions from some of Smith's key men in the form of Gary Bennett and Marco Gabbiadini. Part Two out soon... Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this edition of WMS, in association with ALS, the lads discuss another lovely old walloping. This time Gillingham were on the receiving end of another first half blitz. We also preview the game at Wimbledon on Saturday. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In what is the very first episode of a special Wise Men Say series, Stephen and Gareth talk to broadcaster and writer Andy Dawson to discuss their memories of Denis Smith and how their young minds saw that era.Part One and Part Two of an interview with Denis Smith will follow the preview in due course. The plan is to work through the managers consecutively; to turn to transfer terminology, "talks are ongoing". Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this edition of WMS, in association with ALS, the lads discuss our absolutely sensational first half performance against Scunthorpe and look ahead to our trip to Gillingham on Wednesday. We also hear from Jack Ross. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this edition of WMS, in association with ALS, the lads discuss our first draw of the season at Luton Town. The delights of Kenilworth Road, Cattermole, Gooch, Transfers and the Sheff Wed cup tie were discussed...AND MORE! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Frankie, Matthew and Craig discuss the coming fixture against Luton Town, feat Interviews with fans and Jack Ross Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this edition of WMS, in association with ALS, Stephen Elliott joins Gareth, Stephen and James Copley discuss a Sunderland victory. What a victory it was, no better way to win a game and all that jazz.We hear from the gaffa, Jack Ross and we also hear from Kevin and Luke Ball in our new feature.  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this edition of WMS, in association with ALS, the lads get together in 2 Church Lane in Sunderland City Centre for a lovely little preview of Jack Ross' first competitive game in charge of Sunderland. James Copley makes his WMS debut as we talk new signings and new season prospects. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this edition of WMS, in association with ALS, the lads get together for some craic regarding all the pre-season beef. With two weeks to go until the start of the season, we'e probably looking a little thin numbers wise. Is it time to panic and run into the North Sea? However, a 6-0 win at St Mirren probably means they should just award us the League One trophy immediately and bin the season off, right? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In another summer special, the lads return to the studio to speak with new director Charlie Methven and new MD Tony Davison. If we can just cath your attention away from the World Cup for one minute... Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In a very special edition of Wise Men Say, new Sunderland manager Jack Ross and Chairman Stewart Donald join the lads in the studio for a bit of a chat. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Stephen and Gareth are joined by Lee Howey and Chris Wetherspoon to discuss the dawning of a new era at Sunderland AFC.  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Kieron Brady joins us in the studio for the final pod of the season, and there's plenty to talk about. Is it the dawning of a new era for Sunderland AFC... Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Frankie, Rory and Matthew come in for Stephen and Gareth in our very own SAFC based takeover. Fortunately, Stephen and Gareth seemed to be aware that it was actually happening. The lads will try and make sense of the massive news that dropped on Sunday afternoon. What does the future hold for our beloved Sunderland AFC? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

We look ahead to a pointless game at Fulham with former Sunderland Echo chief sportswriter Graeme Anderson and react to the latest quotes from Martin Bain. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Surely it's only fitting that we end our disastrous season with relegation at home to Burton Albion? Plenty to look forward to this weekend then. At least the weather supposed to be nice and Chris Brown will be with us before the game. Plenty to be positive about... Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

A Paddy McNair wonder strike wasn't enough to keep our survival hopes alive. 1 defeat in 5, but only 1 win in 5. League One here we come! Phil Smith of The Sunderland Echo joins us as we fully accept relegation. Mind, if we beat Burton and everyone else loses... Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Just when we thought we were out, they pulled us back in. And then out again. A last minute shocker against Norwich means we need to win every game until the end of the season. Easy... Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

A creditable draw at Leeds boosted morale slightly, but it certainly looks as though our goose is cooked. Can we finish the season strongly, regardless of which division we will occupy next year? James Hunter of The Chronicle joins us in the studio. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Well a mixed bag results wise - a win and a draw. That may have been of some use had Birmingham, the division's most out of form side, decided not to turn into Man City suddenly. Relegation looks likely, very, very likely. Inevitable even. Stephen and Michael discuss and add some light heartedness to the proceedings. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

It feels like ages since we last did a pod. but we're back to preview the Easter fixtures and we're all still miserable as sin! Hurray! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Misery. Another insipid home performance and surely there's no way back for the lads now. Lee Howey joins the lads in the studio for a massive whinge. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Phil Smith from The Echo joins Stephen and Michael Lough to discuss the Preston game and the dire situation we are in.  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Frankie, Rory and Craig take the reigns this week as Gareth and Stephen are sick of talking about losing all the time. They talk about Sunderland losing again. AND MORE. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

John Oster joins us in the studio to talk about our latest defeat to Aston Villa and to look ahead to our next one at QPR. We also hear from Chris Coleman. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

A battling point at Millwall and our recent run of decent performances continued, but we need points on the board at this stage. Next up are Aston Villa on Tuesday night and we need to find a way to win it. We'll talk about all that and more with BBC Radio Newcastle's Nick Barnes. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

A decent result for Sunderland after a mad game against Middlesbrough. There have been positives over the last couple of games, but only a single point. Is it too little too late for us? Lee Howey joins the lads in the studio. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Phil Smith of the Sunderland Echo joins the lads in the studio to discuss absolutely everything that's happened on and off the field this week. And there's a lot. We discuss our attempt at a Q&A that is no longer happening, petitions, Sunderland being available for free to some poor, unwitting soul and the football. Though there's no real point in discussing defeat again, is there? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Another week, another defeat. Sunderland failed to capitalise on the momentum gained from Bristanbul, crashing out once more in the latest of our first half horror shows. Now we've somehow got to get ourselves sorted out and go to Bolton. Surely this is the mustest of must win games? We talk about all that...AND MORE AND THAT. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

It's an all WMS affair tonight as Gareth, Michael Lough and Matthew Keeling preview Saturday's massive clash with Brentford at the Stadium of Light. Can we build on 'Bristanbul'? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

James Hunter of The Chronicle joins the lads in the studio to discuss the madness surrounding our draw at Bristol City at the weekend amongst other Sunderland related shiz.  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Former SAFC left back Martin Scott and Graeme Anderson join Gareth in the studio to preview the Bristol City game. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The lads reflect on yet another Sunderland defeat. Will we ever get over the psychological blow of going behind in a game? Chris Coleman has now promised things will turn, but how is he going to make it happen? Protests and demonstrations against the club ownership are also on the lips of some supporters. We'll discuss all that and more on this week's show. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

We look over the Birmingham defeat, preview Ipswich and most importantly Lee Howey joins us in the studio to talk about his new book 'Massively Violent and Decidedly Average'.  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The lads are back in the studio to preview our trip to Birmingham City, talk transfers and we hear from Chris Coleman. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The WMS team are joined in the studio by former Sunderland striker, Stephen Elliott, to chat about our win over Hull City.  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

No Stephen this week, but Gareth is joined by WMS regular Craig Clark and The Chronicle's James Hunter to talk Rodwell, transfers, injuries and preview the Hull City game. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Of course we're talking about another defeat! Cardiff this time, like it matters. Craig Clark and Frankie Francis makes triumphant returns to talk to Stephen and Gareth about it, as well as other stuff like Jack Rodwell deciding he wants to pack in (only if we'll pay his contract up though. Lolz).  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Stephen, Gareth and Michael get together to preview this weekend's visit to Cardiff City. We discuss potential incomings, Cardiff visits of the past, the influx of double barreled footballers and the potential future chaos that could cause...AND MORE! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Phil Smith of the Sunderland Echo joins Stephen and Gareth in the studio to talk about our latest defeat to Middlesbrough, the transfer window and more. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The WMS team discuss the festive fixtures, transfers and this weekend's FA Cup tie at Middlesbrough. We also hear from Chris Coleman. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Stephen and Matthew Keeling are joined by former Black Cats striker, Stephen Elliott, to discuss his time playing for the lads and his thoughts on the current side. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

We've finally won a home game. The first time in 2017 we've had the chance to talk about a home win will be our last, as we won't be back until next year now! The lads talk about how mint we are under Coleman, with world domination just weeks away. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Stephen and Gareth are joined by Black Cats legend, Kevin Ball, to discuss the appointment of Chris Coleman and preview this weekend's game with Fulham. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

A battling performance at Wolves and a well earned point for the lads in red and white mean spirits are a little higher going into two home games before Christmas. Stephen, Gareth, Frankie and Michael discuss all the major talking points from Saturday's game...AND MORE. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

We try and stay positive in previewing our visit to league leaders, Wolverhampton Wanderers. John Oster joins the lads in the studio and we also hear from Chris Coleman. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.