Wise Men Say

Stephen and Gareth are back for the first Monday show of the season. Jimmy Reay joins the lads as we discuss a defeat on Sunderland's return to league action. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Richard Easterbrook is joined by Michael Lough and Eleanor McCabe as Sunderland open their Championship season with defeat to Ipswich Town at the Stadium of Light where Nathan Broadhead scored on his return to Wearside, and Trai Hume's dismissal reduced the hosts to 10 men. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Matt and Richard bring you some sad news to start with, as well as having a brief look back at Sunderland's 5-2 defeat to Hartlepool United, and looking ahead to Sunday's Championship opener at home to Ipswich Town.Don't forget to visit wisemensay.co.uk for the latest Sunderland opinions and subscribe to our weekly newsletter and YouTube channel today! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Stephen, Jimmy and Micky take their turn to offer some thoughts on the summer activity and season ahead. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

We're back! And better than ever! Join Matt Keeling, Gareth Barker and Richard Easterbrook as the lads discuss Sunderland's summer, incomings and potential outgoings and look ahead to the final pre-season friendlies of the season against Real Mallorca and Hartlepool United. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Matt and Tom bring the WMS season to a close. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Stephen and Gareth are joined by WMS regular Michael Lough and former SAFC goalkeeping coach David Preece to analyse an outstanding result against Luton Town.  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Matt, Tom and Eleanor react as Sunderland came from behind to beat Luton Town 2-1 in the Championship play-offs semi-final first leg!The Reaction Show is sponsored by Fritidsklader (@fdr_clothing) Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Tom, Matt and Rick are here to preview Sunderland's Championship play-off semi-final first leg against Luton Town at the Stadium of Light, as well as looking back at the game that got us there - the 3-0 win at Preston North End. There's also opinion of a Hatters persuasion from Ollie of the Oak Road Hatter podcast. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Sunderland are into the Championship play-offs after a 3-0 win at Preston! Matt Keeling is joined by Eleanor McCabe, Rory Fallow and Malcolm Fallow to react to a breathless, incredible final day of the regular Championship season. The Reaction Show is sponsored by Fritidsklader Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Matt is joined by Tom Walsh to preview the vital away trip to Preston. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Stephen and Gareth are joined by The Northern Echo's Scott Wilson to discuss the draw with Watford and where that leaves out play off hopes. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Matt Keeling and Eleanor McCabe react to what could be an important point in our promotion race. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Stephen and Gareth are joined by The Sunderland Echo's Phil Smith to discuss an outstanding win at West Brom.  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Eleanor McCabe, Jimmy Reay and Micky Lough react to an outstanding result at the Hawthorns. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Matt Keeling and Richard Easterbrook look back at Tuesday's 1-1 draw with Huddersfield Town and preview Sunderland's trip to West Bromwich Albion. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Squeeze in some quick prematch listening by hearing the view from tonight's opposition, Huddersfield.  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Stephen and Gareth are joined by WMS regular Jimmy Reay and debutant Jack Austwicke to discuss a vital win over Birmingham and to preview the visit of Huddersfield Town. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Matt Keeling is joined by Eleanor McCabe and Richard Easterbrook to talk through Sunderland's lovely 2-1 win at home to Birmingham City. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Matt Keeling and Richard Easterbrook look ahead to Saturday's visit of Birmingham City and the rebirth of our play-off hopes... Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Stephen is joined by Gareth and Matthew as we react to Sunderland's Easter Monday victory at Cardiff City! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Matt and Richard react to stupid game against Hull City. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Matthew Keeling and Richard Easterbrook share a commute home and preview Sunderland's Good Friday encounter against Hull City and look towards the Black Cats' trip to Cardiff City on Easter Monday. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Stephen and Gareth discuss the draw at Burnley amongst other SAFC related things. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

A quick post-match reaction as Sunderland hold league leaders Burnley to a 0-0 draw at Turf Moor. Matt Keeling is joined by Gareth Barker, Eleanor McCabe and Craig Clark to look back over a creditable point in Lancashire.With thanks to the Reaction Pod sponsor Fritidsklader (FDR Clothing). Listen in to get your discount code. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Preview Show is BACK! Join Matt and Richard as they look ahead to Friday night's trip to Burnley, while there's an update from Turf Moor from Matt of the No Nay Never podcast. Enjoy! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Stephen and Gareth are joined by WMS regulars Micky Lough and Chris Weatherspoon to discuss the current state of play at SAFC. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Another opposition view for you, this week some bitesize Luton Town opinions.  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Matt Keeling and Richard Easterbrook spend their commute talking about the 2-1 defeat to Sheffield United, referees and the fixture against Luton Town at the weekend. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Another quick little opposition pod for you all. The gloriously/terribly named pod, The Tufty Club provide the insight and their perspective of Sunderland v Sheffield Utd. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Stephen, Gareth and WMS regular Jimmy Reay discuss a win at Norwich and preview the visit of Sheffield United. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Matthew hosts as we react to our win over Norwich City Norwich City. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Freddie from Norwich blog My Football Writer is here with his views on how Norwich's season has gone so far - and his team's chances ahead of Sunday's game with Sunderland Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Matthew and Richard are in a reflective mood as they look ahead to Sunday's trip to Norwich City Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Stephen and Gareth are joined by WMS regular Chris Weatherspoon to discuss our battering at the hands of Stoke City. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Matt Keeling is joined by just loads of WMS contributors to discuss a disaster of a performance. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

A lovely bit of bonus content for you here as Dave from over at the Wizards of Drivel Podcast previews the match and goes after Alex Neil. I mean, boy, does he go after Alex Neil! You'll enjoy this... Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Matt Keeling is joined by Richard Easterbrook as the lads look ahead to the return of Alex Neil to the Stadium of Light for Stoke City's visit. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Stephen and Gareth are joined by The Athletics' Phil Buckingham to discuss a second defeat in a week and to whinge about you know what.  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Matt and Stephen look back at a disappointing result at Rotherham. Can they bounce back at our old friends Coventry? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Gareth Barker is joined by WMS regulars Chris Weatherspoon and Jimmy Reay to reflect on the draw with Bristol City and to preview the visit to Rotherham. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Richard Easterbrook, Eleanor McCabe and Mick Lough react to our 1-1 draw with Bristol City. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Matt, Rick and Jim are joined by former Sunderland goalkeeping coach David Preece to look back at Tuesday's 3-0 win at Queens Park Rangers and preview Saturday's visit of Bristol City. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Stephen and Gareth are joined by WMS regulars Melissa Johnson and Michael Lough to discuss a gritty win at Reading and preview the trip to QPR. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Matt Keeling and Richard Easterbrook react to a hard fought win over Reading. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Matt Keeling and Richard Easterbrook bring you a preview to the Reading game, while reviewing the FA Cup exit against Fulham. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Stephen and Gareth are joined by The Sunderland Echo's Phil Smith to discuss a battling point at Millwall and to reflect on the end of the transfer window. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Matt Keeling and Richard Easterbrook spend their commute talking about transfer deadline day, Sunderland's striking options, Krijstaan Speakman and preview the trip to Millwall at the weekend. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Stephen and Gareth are joined by The Chronicle's James Hunter to discuss an excellent performance away at Fulham and what we need to do as the transfer window draws to a close. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

A clearly struggling Matt Keeling presides over a chaotic pod with Richard Easterbrook and Eleanor McCabe as they react to some live breaking transfer news, Corry Evans' season-ending injury and Sunderland's FA Cup trip to Fulham at the weekend. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.