Wise Men Say

Gareth and Eleanor react to the news of Tommy Watson departing this summer and preview the trip to The Hawthorns. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Stephen and Rick look back at the win against Millwall. They also discuss the age-old Sunderland tradition of playing central midfielders at right back. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Eleanor McCabe and Michael Lough bring you the reaction as Sunderland beat Millwall 1-0 at the Stadium of Light! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

After an arse-kicking at Coventry, The Lads face Millwall at home to try and get things back on track. Stephen is joined by Mick and Jim to go over it all. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Gareth Barker and Mick Lough discuss Sunderland's defeat at Coventry. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Richard Easterbrook and Jimmy Reay look back over Sunderland's 1-1 draw with Preston North End, while they preview the Black Cats' trip to Coventry City. Stephen Goldsmith catches up with Simon from That Cov Pod for the Sky Blues' perspective. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Stephen and Gareth are joined by former Sunderland Striker/Defender Lee Howey to discuss the Cardiff win and preview the visit of Preston. We also hear more on Preston from Lancashire Post reporter George Hodgson. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Eleanor McCabe is joined by Richard Easterbrook to look back over Sunderland's 2-1 win over Cardiff City at the Stadium of Light Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Richard Easterbrook is joined by Michael Lough and Jimmy Reay as the lads look ahead to Sunderland's match against Cardiff City at the Stadium of Light. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Stephen and Gareth discuss the 2-1 win at Hillsborough. Friday Night delights. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Richard Easterbrook is joined by Jimmy Reay to look ahead to Sunderland's trip down to Sheffield Wednesday. Stephen speaks to Ash from The Wednesday Week for their perspective, while there's a load of listener questions for Richard and Jimmy to plough through. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Stephen and Gareth further discuss the defeat at the hands of Hull City. What comes next for this young and tired team? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Sunderland Story returns to the Sunderland Empire in May after a hugely-successful first run in 2023. We sat down with writer Nicky Allt, Sunderland AFC Chief Business Officer David Bruce and cast member James Hedley to talk about the play, the impact it had first time round and what we can expect from this year's production.The Sunderland Story, comes exclusively to Sunderland Empire from Thursday 15 – Saturday 31 May 2025. Tickets, priced from £15, are available at atgtickets.com/sunderland Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

That was annoying wasn't it? A comical goal conceded and just not enough going forward.Eleanor and Mick react from the pub.  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Bits and Bobs. Stephen calls into his local, The Fleece, to talk to Gav from Invigor8 who is undergoing an exciting project to regenerate Sunderland AFC's first ever ground. There's also some iconic artwork on the side of the pub that's discussed.There's also a quick catch up with Nathan, who's family run the very same pub, he's currently smashing it on prime time Saturday Night TV show, The Gladiators. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Stephen, Gareth and Richard discuss the defeat at Leeds and preview the visit of Hull City. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Richard Easterbrook is joined by Michael Lough to preview Sunderland's trip to Leeds United on Monday, while they look back on the Black Cats' 2-0 win over Luton Town on Wednesday evening. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Stephen and Gareth reflect on the Watford draw and look ahead to the visit of Luton Town on Wednesday. We also hear from Andy Dawson and Frankie Francis on their new cultural venture (as well as talking about The Lads of course).  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Eleanor McCabe and Michael Lough discuss another two points dropped in the race for promotion as Sunderland were held at home to Watford. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Well finally Sunderland go to Boro and win. Stephen and Micky discuss it, fresh from making the trip down the A19. We also hear from The Anfield Wrap on new loan signing Jayden Danns. Then there's the Watford game to look forward to. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Stephen and Mick Lough are in the pub to chat about the upcoming match at Boro. Hear from Scott Wilson who gives an opposition perspective. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Gareth and Richard discuss the home draw with Plymouth Argyle Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Eleanor McCabe is joined by Michael Lough and Richard Easterbrook as Sunderland are held to a 2-2 draw by Plymouth Argyle at the Stadium of Light. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Richard Easterbrook is joined by Jimmy Reay to look ahead to Sunderland's home game against Plymouth Argyle, while the lads react to the 1-0 victory at Derby County, with thoughts from Micky Lough at Pride Park. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Stephen and Gareth discuss the draw at Burnely and look ahead to the trip to Derby. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Richard Easterbrook is joined by Michael Lough and Jimmy Reay to preview Sunderland's trip to Turf Moor to face Burnley on Friday night. There's also some insight on Enzo Le Fee courtesy of Julien from the La Tavarn podcast while the lads talk through some of the Black Cats' remaining transfer targets. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Stephen and Gareth discuss our FA Cup defeat, the competition in general and our January transfer activity so far. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Richard Easterbrook and Jimmy Reay look ahead to Sunderland's FA Cup third round tie against Stoke City! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Back to back wins keeps Sunderland right in the mix for promotion. Portsmouth made it tough and it was a real scrappy affair but The Lads could and should have won by more. Stephen and Gareth discuss.  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Richard Easterbrook is joined by Michael Lough and Jimmy Reay to preview the visit of Portsmouth to the Stadium of Light, and to discuss Sunderland's 2-1 win over Sheffield United on New Year's Day. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Eleanor McCabe is joined by Gareth Barker for some post-game reaction as Sunderland got their 2025 off to a winning start with victory over Sheffield United, a win which puts the Black Cats just two points from the automatic promotion places. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

What should have been four points became one, thanks to conceding two last minute goals, at Blackburn and Stoke respectively. Now we have a big one at home to Sheffield United. Stephen, Rick and Eleanor also discuss what needs doing in the January window.  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Gareth and Richard discuss the win over Norwich and our festive fixtures. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

That was a bit ropey at times wasn't it? But as always, this young group of lads just don't stop. Eleanor and Mick are joined by Jimmy in the pub after the match.  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Stephen hosts. How do Rick, Eleanor, Micky, Jimmy, and guest podcaster Graham Falk do? Play along at home too.  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Gareth and Eleanor discuss the fantastic comeback victory at Swansea City. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Richard Easterbrook is joined by Michael Lough and Jimmy Reay to look back at Sunderland's 1-1 draw with Bristol City and preview the Black Cats' trip to Swansea City. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Sunderland get back to winning ways overcoming atrocious weather. Can we follow up a victory over Stoke with another against Bristol City? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Eleanor McCabe is joined by Richard Easterbrook as Sunderland return to winning ways with a well-deserved 2-1 victory over Stoke City in quite terrible conditions. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Stephen Goldsmith and Gareth Barker preview Sunderland's clash with Stoke City at the Stadium of Light! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Stephen, Gareth and Micky discuss Sunderland's defeat at Sheffield United. Can it be used as a moment in which to bounce back, or is this run now a cause for concern? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Gareth Barker is joined by Eleanor McCabe to discuss the draw with West Brom and look ahead to the trip to Sheffield United. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Stephen and Richard catch up about that late, late Millwall equaliser. There's also the West Brom game to preview as the games come "thick and fast".  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Richard Easterbrook and Jimmy Reay discuss Sunderland's injury and suspension issues ahead of the Black Cats' trip to London to face in-form Millwall. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Stephen and Gareth are joined by Journalist James Hunter to discuss Saturday's draw with Coventry City. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Eleanor McCabe and Michael Lough react as Sunderland are held by Coventry City at the Stadium of Light Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Richard Easterbrook is joined by Gareth Barker and Michael Lough as the lads look back over Sunderland's 0-0 draw at Preston and preview the visit of Coventry City to the Stadium of Light. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Stephen is joined by Eleanor to look back at the battling 0-0 draw at QPR. There's also the midweek trip to Preston to look forward to. They are joined by Kyle Don.There are more than 30,000 out-of-hospital cardiac arrests every year. Donate to Red Sky's sleepover at the Stadium of Light here: https://www.justgiving.com/page/claire-howard-1730487004887?newPage=true Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Richard Easterbrook is joined by Eleanor McCabe and Jimmy Reay as the team look ahead to Sunderland's visit to Queens Park Rangers in the SkyBet Championship, while reflecting on the Black Cats' five-point lead at the top of the league. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Gareth is joined by The Sunderland Echo's Phil Smith to discuss a comfortable 2-0 win over Oxford United. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.