WTF Sunderland Podcast

One last game before the World Cup break sees Sunderland travel to Birmingham City as we look to pick up a much needed result in the Midlands. They've been in good form, and we haven't got much of a record in front of the Sky Sports cameras this season - so if we are to get a result, what needs to happen? BirminghamWorld writer Charlie Haffenden joins me to chat through the Blues season so far. Enjoyed the episode? Follow us at @WhatTheFalkPod, or like and subscribe via your favourite podcast app. #SAFC #BCFC #EFLChampionship

Dismal. A simply awful performance from the Lads. Brad Sharp and Ross Black join me to pick apart Sunderland's worst display of the season as we go down 0-1 to managerless Cardiff City at the SOL. Enjoyed the episode? Follow us at @WhatTheFalkPod, or like and subscribe via your favourite podcast app. #SAFC #CCFC #EFLChampionship

A draw at Luton followed by a win at Huddersfield Town helped Sunderland move up the table as we welcome managerless Cardiff City to the Stadium Of Light this weekend. No manager, an absent owner and a striker crisis? But will Saturday's game be as straight forward as it sounds? Of course not - it never is! To give us the lowdown on what we can expects from the Bluebirds this weekend is the excellent Mark Poyser from BBC Radio Wales - it's another cracker, so get tucked in! Enjoyed the episode? Follow us at @WhatTheFalkPod, or like and subscribe via your favourite podcast app. #SAFC #CCFC #EFLChampionship

A positive second half display at Kenilworth Road means the run of defeats is halted and Sunderland can perhaps begin to look up, and not down, the table. Another goal from Elliot Embleton ensured the Lads got the least they deserved against a solid Hatters side and we, as always, got together to dissect the game. Brad Sharp, Dave Lawrence and Michael Bowers joined me on Sunday morning as we picked apart a valuable point on the road. Enjoyed the episode? Follow us at @WhatTheFalkPod, or like and subscribe via your favourite podcast app. #SAFC #LTFC #EFLChampionship

A tough weekend result for both sides means Saturday's game at Kenilworth Road takes on some extra importance, with both teams looking to respond to big defeats. Its been nearly 5 years since we last visited one of the most iconic grounds in England - and 15 years since we last tasted victory there. Can we do it this weekend? To find out, Dave from award winning Luton Town podcast Oh When The Town joined me to give us the lowdown on Nathan Jones, the Hatters and what we can expect this Saturday. Enjoyed the episode? Follow us at @WhatTheFalkPod, or like and subscribe via your favourite podcast app. #SAFC #LTFC #EFLChampionship

Well - a game of two halves indeed. We debated not doing it, but we did anyway and tried to pick apart how Sunderland contrived to lose four second half goals after going 2-0 up early on. It was just me and Brad Sharp this evening, but hopefully you enjoy. Enjoyed the episode? Follow us at @WhatTheFalkPod, or like and subscribe via your favourite podcast app. #SAFC #BurnleyFC #EFLChampionship

A swashbuckling win against Wigan was followed up by a frustrating night at Blackburn Rovers - but we come back to Wearside this Saturday to face former Premier League side Burnley at the SOL. A free hit? Many would say so as the high flyers arrive in Sunderland third off top. And why couldn't Sunderland beat them? With 5 wins, 5 draws and 5 defeats, any version of Sunderland could turn up on Saturday - let's just hope it's the best version. NationalWorld’s North West Digital Sports Editor (and friend of Gary Rowell!) Daniel Black joins me this week to run me through Vincent Kompany's boys season so far. Enjoyed the episode? Follow us at @WhatTheFalkPod, or like and subscribe via your favourite podcast app. #SAFC #BurnleyFC #EFLChampionship

What a cracking win for the Lads! A terrific second half display ensured Sunderland returned to winning ways as we down as number of our former players and Wigan with an excellent display. Ross Black, Brad Sharp and Dave Lawrence join me to go through a cracking day at the SOL. Enjoyed the episode? Follow us at @WhatTheFalkPod, or like and subscribe via your favourite podcast app. #SAFC #WAFC #EFLChampionship

We had technical issues a plenty this week, but we ploughed on to ensure you received your weekly preview dose. A million former Sunderland players return with Wigan Athletic this week as Tony Mowbray's men look to pull themselves out of a mini slump. Can they do it? Will Nathan Broadhead score against us like it is obviously nailed on to happen? Who knows. But to give us some idea of how it will go this weekend was returning guest Adam from Wigan podcast Progress With Unity. Enjoyed the episode? Follow us at @WhatTheFalkPod, or like and subscribe via your favourite podcast app. #SAFC #WAFC #EFLChampionship

Positive in the face of a bore draw last week becomes a concern a week later - who'd be a football fan? A very poor first 45 couldn't be rescued by an improved second half display - alas, the striker situation reared its ugly head again. Ross Black and Brad Sharp join to chat through a slightly worrying week for Sunderland and try to look at some positives, while also acknowledging the negatives. Enjoyed the episode? Follow us at @WhatTheFalkPod, or like and subscribe via your favourite podcast app. #SAFC #SCAFC #EFLChampionship

Anyone else pleased we're away this week? A double header of 0-0 draws have taken the shine off a fairly handsome set of results against Reading and Watford as we head off to Wales for the weekend. However, it's not unusual for Sunderland to turn it on when you least expect it, despite Swansea winning 4 of their last 5. Luke from the SwansCast is our guest this week, as he gives us the lowdown on Russell Martin's ever improving Swans. Enjoyed the episode? Follow us at @WhatTheFalkPod, or like and subscribe via your favourite podcast app. #SAFC #SCAFC #EFLChampionship

A bore draw - but why does it still feel oh so positive? Sunderland produced another good display that, on most days, would have been enough to grab all three points as played out a goalless with 0-0 specialists Preston. Dave Lawrence and Brad Sharp join to chat through why we're feeling oh so positive - and Robbie Bacon, Enjoyed the episode? Follow us at @WhatTheFalkPod, or like and subscribe via your favourite podcast app. #SAFC #PNE #EFLChampionship

International break is over and the Lads are back for a home double header starting with Preston North End this weekend, The Lily White have had a BIZARRE start to the campaign, so we grabbed PNE fan and Lancashire Post's PNE writer Tom Sandells to give us the lowdown on their bizarre form, Ryan Lowe and just what we can expect this Saturday. Enjoyed the episode? Follow us at @WhatTheFalkPod, or like and subscribe via your favourite podcast app. #SAFC #PNE #EFLChampionship

These boys eh? They never quit. Midweek was all about the Barcelona-esque goal, but this weekend was all about Jewi Bennette, as the Lads took a well deserved point back to Wearside. Dave Lawrence and Michael Bowers join me to run through yet another positive day in the new world of Sunderland AFC. Enjoyed the episode? Follow us at @WhatTheFalkPod, or like and subscribe via your favourite podcast app. #SAFC #WatfordFC #EFLChampionship

For the second time in two weeks, we bring you two episodes in 24 hours, as we simply couldn't resist chatting about Sunderland's magnificent 3-0 win at Reading and THAT third third goal. Brad Sharp, Dave Lawrence and Ross Black join me for a podcast full of almost 100% positivity and light hearted humour. Enjoyed the episode? Follow us at @WhatTheFalkPod, or like and subscribe via your favourite podcast app. #SAFC #ReadingFC #EFLChampionship

Recorded before our terrific win at Reading, this week's preview show takes us back to London as we face relegated Watford hoping for two wins from two. Things are a bit up and down for the Hornets, so we grabbed Mike from The Voices Of The Vic to give us the lowdown on Watford, why they keep sacking managers and, ultimately, if we can take another Championship three points. Enjoyed the episode? Follow us at @WhatTheFalkPod, or like and subscribe via your favourite podcast app. #SAFC #WatfordFC #EFLChampionship

It's a quick turnaround in podcasts and you are being treated to two in 48 hours - or tortuted with them, whatever. Two defeats in three means Sunderland head into Saturday game with Millwall looking for a much needed win - but will we get it? Millwall have had an okay start to the campaign and sit in a comfortable 14th position as they head to the SOL. The excellent Kai Bennett of the South London Press and That Millwall Pod joins me to get through what we can expect, how George Honeyman is getting on and why Dan Ballard will be vital for Sunderland when he returns. Enjoyed the episode? Follow us at @WhatTheFalkPod, or like and subscribe via your favourite podcast app. #SAFC #Millwall #EFLChampionship

A disappointing Monday night for the Lads meant it was Boro who won the derby-not-derby on Teesside. However, losing was far from our biggest concern of the night, with Ross Stewart and Dennis Cirkin looking like they've picked up significant injuries which could cause havoc across our squad. Brad Sharp and the returning Dave Lawrence join me to pick apart our loss on Teesside and all the talking points from Monday's game. Enjoyed the episode? Follow us at @WhatTheFalkPod, or like and subscribe via your favourite podcast app. #SAFC #BORO #EFLChampionship

A week is a long time in football - and despite the last 7 days disruption, Sunderland appear be stronger than they have been for some time. However, a first 'derby' of the season is sure to test the Lads, as we make our way to Boro on Monday night a game that will be live on Sky. The Boro have been struggling so far this season and sit in an unexpected 20th position. We grabbed Jonny from the excellent Boro Breakdown podcast to get the lowdown on Chris Wilder, Boro's form in 22/23 and our little old boys reunion on Monday. Enjoyed the episode? Follow us at @WhatTheFalkPod, or like and subscribe via your favourite podcast app. #SAFC #UTB #EFLChampionship

Sunderland AFC announced former Blackburn Rovers and Celtic boss Tony Mowbray as their new head coach - but what are we getting? I sat with down Blackburn Rovers reporter for the Lancashire Telegraph Rich Sharpe to find out more. Enjoyed the episode? Follow us at @WhatTheFalkPod, or like and subscribe via your favourite podcast app. • How is Mowbray remembered at Blackburn Rovers? • What type of football does he play? Will he develop our youth and work well within our plan? • What kind of character is he? And how was he with the local press? • Is he Sunderland's best option at the current time? #TonyMowbray #SAFC #BRFC

What an incredibly difficult week it has been for all of us. Sunderland AFC eh? It took some time for all of us to speak, and non of us are sure we have conveyed in sensibly or just too much passion, anger, emotion - all of it. But we tried to do something. Brad Sharp and Ross join me to run through a the last 48 hours and Sunderland 0-1 defeat to Norwich City. Enjoyed the episode? Follow us at @WhatTheFalkPod, or like and subscribe via your favourite podcast app. #SAFC #NCFC #EFLChampionship

FIFTH? It's all going swimmingly well isn't it - bizarrely. However, Sunderland face a real test of their Championship credentials this week when the recently relegated Norwich City turn up on our door step for a Saturday afternoon kick about. The Canaries seem to have found their feet after a tricky start, but is a trip to Sunderland a daunting one? To give us the lowdown on all things yellow and green, we invited Chris Reeve from the excellent TalkNorwichCity podcast - and we are very pleased we did! Enjoyed the episode? Follow us at @WhatTheFalkPod, or like and subscribe via your favourite podcast app. #SAFC #NCFC #EFLChampionship

What a start its been - eight points in five, with two wins on the road. It wasn't the most spectacular display, but it was a big three points on the road at Stoke City that we'll gladly take. A very positive group of Danny Pugh, Brad Sharpe and Ross Black join me to dig through another excellent weekend for the Lads, as we head into next weekend in fifth place. Enjoyed the episode? Follow us at @WhatTheFalkPod, or like and subscribe via your favourite podcast app. #SAFC #SCFC #EFLChampionship

Sunderland's unbeaten run came to end last night with a 2-1 defeat at Bramall Lane, but a battling performance with 10 men mean we head to Stoke still in fairly positive mood. However, a 91st minute equaliser from the Potters will also have lifted the moon at the bet365 Stadium as we venture further south yet again. Its been six years since we last faced Stoke City, so we roped in Chris from Stoke City podcast Wizards Of Drivel to give us the lowdown on their season so far. Enjoyed the episode? Follow us at @WhatTheFalkPod, or like and subscribe via your favourite podcast app. #SAFC #SCFC #EFLChampionship

Sunderland have enjoyed a positive, unbeaten start to the Championship, but head into this week's midweek tie knowing the Blades will offer us the toughest test yet. So often the blueprint many fallen giants, Sheffield United enjoyed high flying Premier League success, before plummeting back into the second tier, where they are currently promotion favourites. The excellent Ben from @BladesPod joins us for a midweek preview special, as we look at what the Lads can expect from Wednesday night's game. Enjoyed the episode? Follow us at @WhatTheFalkPod, or like and subscribe via your favourite podcast app. #SAFC #SUFC #EFLChampionship

How the Falk do you sum that one up? A largely positive afternoon outdone by a couple of late, late goals - and one of them from a bloody goalkeeper. There's plenty dig through, as Brad Sharpe and Ross Black join me to pick apart the first positive 87 minutes, those disastrous last few minutes, Dan Ballard's injury and tons more. Enjoyed the episode? Follow us at @WhatTheFalkPod, or like and subscribe via your favourite podcast app. #SAFC #QPR #EFLChampionship

An excellent weekend win at Bristol City has handed Sunderland an excellent start to life in the Championship as we return to the SOL to face QPR. Our penalty shoot win against them last week feels like a long time ago, however, another win against the R's this week would place cement a tremendous return to the second tier. Can we do? We roped in Alex from QPR podcast R Generation to see what the fuss is with Michael Beale and more. Enjoyed the episode? Follow us at @WhatTheFalkPod, or like and subscribe via your favourite podcast app. Heavy intro music by Trap Them - Gift and Gift Unsteady #SAFC #QPR #EFLChampionship

Ellis Simms and Ross Stewart teamed up to hand Sunderland our first win of the the season - and it was great! Brad Sharpe and Ross Black join me to pick apart a cracking afternoon's work, Simms' double, Rosco's winner and Jack Clarke's terrific performance. Plus a bit of transfer market chat. Enjoyed the episode? Follow us at @WhatTheFalkPod, or like and subscribe via your favourite podcast app. #SAFC #BCFC #EFLChampionship

A positive opening day performance against Coventry City has instilled a little bit more confidence that Sunderland might just be okay this season as we head to Ashton Gate. Its been almost five years since 'Bristanbul' and - in short - things have changed dramatically at both clubs. Returning guest and freelance journalist Gregor MacGregor (@GeeMacGee) has covered the Robins for numerous publications over the years and joins the show to chat this weekend's game, and update us on our opponents this Saturday. Enjoyed the episode? Follow us at @WhatTheFalkPod, or like and subscribe via your favourite podcast app. #SAFC #BCFC #EFLChampionship

It started with a bang, and ended up with a kick in the teeth - but Sunderland's return to the Championship proved to be a largely positive affair. Myself and Brad got to it late thanks to a combination of the Lionesses bringing it home and terrible reality TV shows - but we pick apart our 1-1 draw against Coventry for your listening pleasure. Enjoyed the episode? Follow us at @WhatTheFalkPod, or like and subscribe via your favourite podcast app. #SAFC #CCFC #EFL #Championship

It often felt like it would never come, but finally, What The Falk get to present the first second tier podcast preview its history. That day at Wembley was amazing, but now the hard work starts for Sunderland and Alex Neil as we welcome Coventry City to the SOL for Sunday's Championship opener. Our first guest of the season is lovely Tom from the excellent Sky Blues Extra podcast joins us to give us the lowdown on a side we have a fair amount of history with. Enjoyed the episode? Follow us at @WhatTheFalkPod, or like and subscribe via your favourite podcast app. #SAFC #CCFC #EFLChampionship

It's almost time! Sunderland's return to the Championship is just 9 days away - so me, Dave Lawrence, Brad Sharpe and new recruit Ross Black got together to quickly preview the season. Will the Lads simply survive, or can we push higher? Who will be our star signing? Are we happy with our transfer business so far? All that and loads more. Enjoyed the episode? Follow us at @WhatTheFalkPod, or like and subscribe via your favourite podcast app. #SAFC #EFL #EFLChampionship

We're back! Our longest running show, the preview, is back as we look over our glamour friendly with Scottish giants and Europa League finalists Rangers. The wonderful Scott Paterson of Gers podcast ThisIsIbrox joins me to chat Ross Stewart, the day in Seville and share his thoughts on Giovanni van Bronckhorst. Tune in! Enjoyed the episode? Follow us at @WhatTheFalkPod, or like and subscribe via your favourite podcast app. #SAFC #Rangers #EFL #Cinch

Sunderland's summer is heating up! Lynden, Bailey and Paddy have all signed on - and now we've added a highly rated Championship centre back in former Blackpool and Millwall defender Daniel Ballard from Arsenal. Of course, we wanted a full low down on just who Ballard is, what he can bring and what sort of character we have, so we invited Matt from Blackpool blog Mitch Cook's Left Foot and Olly from That Millwall Pod. Give it a listen! #SAFC #DanBallard #EFL Enjoyed the episode? Follow us at @WhatTheFalkPod, or like and subscribe via your favourite podcast app. #SAFC #Sunderland AFC #EFL

What an exciting day - fixture release day! Myself, and regular Dave Lawrence and Brad Sharpe got together to give some "live" reaction to the fixture list being announced, chat about the opening game of the season and which games we are most excited for. We also touch quickly on the ownership news, and Lynden Gooch's new two year contract. Short and sharp - enjoy! Enjoyed the episode? Follow us at @WhatTheFalkPod, or like and subscribe via your favourite podcast app. #SAFC #Sunderland AFC #EFL

It was a long four seasons but, non the less, there were still some gems. The group get together to put together there League One XI draft - and the rules couldn't be simpler. 1. Each guest takes it in turns to pick one player, but once that player has been picked, they can not be picked by another guest. 2. No more than two loan players. 3. You can only play in one of three formations - 442, 433, 352. There's some expected picks, bizarre picks and odd omissions - but who has the best team, Graham, Brad or Dave? Enjoyed the episode? Follow us at @WhatTheFalkPod, or like and subscribe via your favourite podcast app. #SAFC #EFL #LeagueOne

It's not often you want to go back and re-live a season in League One, but with Sunderland now officially promoted and an EFL Championship side as of July, we thought we'd put together the best bits What The Falk as we reacted to Sunderland season throughout 2021/21. The early hope of promotion, the emergence of Dan Neil, the 5-1 defeat at Rotherham, Jermain Defoe's ill fated return, the brilliance of Ross Stewart, every last minute winner and THAT day at Wembley. Myself, Dave Lawrence, Brad Sharpe, Phil Smith, Jack Shields, Danny Pugh and LOADS of other guests such as Tom White, Danny Collins, Conor McLaughlin and more all feature alongside a ton of more. Drink it in, and enjoy. See you in the Championship. Enjoyed the episode? Follow us at @WhatTheFalkPod, or like and subscribe via your favourite podcast app. #SAFC #EFLPlayOffs

The final review show of the season is upon us, and hopefully this is the final League One show ever made at WTF. It's a lengthy one, as we go in depth on what Saturday meant to us and our fanbase after finally catching our breath, Dave tells us all about his day with the stars, while we share some of the more hilarious League One memories. And Graham makes Brad cry. Enjoyed the episode? Follow us at @WhatTheFalkPod, or like and subscribe via your favourite podcast app. #SAFC #WWFC #EFLPlayOffs

WE DID IT! What a phenomenal weekend. We've taken over the capital many times before, but never in our lifetime has we left with a result to boot. Myself, Dave Lawrence, Brad Sharp, Phil Wilson, Danny Pugh and loads more join me throughout an amazing weekend, as we record at Trafalgar Square, Wembley and give our half time and full time reaction. DRINK IT IN! Enjoyed the episode? Follow us at @WhatTheFalkPod, or like and subscribe via your favourite podcast app. #SAFC #SWFC #EFLPlayOffFinal

We really are spoiling you this week, after two preview shows from alternative perspectives, we bring you a podcast where our regulars chat about their favourite Wembley moments and choose their ultimate SAFC Wembley five-a-side team. Dave Lawrence and Brad Sharp are my regular co-host and joins for a bit of a nostalgia trip and some chilled out Wembley chat in episode three of The Wembley Episodes. Enjoyed the episode? Follow us at @WhatTheFalkPod, or like and subscribe via your favourite podcast app. #SAFC #WWFC #EFLPlayOffs

In the second of our special Wembley episodes, former Sunderland and Northern Ireland defender Conor McLaughlin joins to preview Saturday's big game. The former international footballer discuss the mindsets of Corry Evans, Bailey Wright and Lynden Gooch, while he gives us the lowdown on the difficulties of playing Gareth Ainsworth's Wycombe Wanderers. Thanks for coming on Conor Mc! Enjoyed the episode? Follow us at @WhatTheFalkPod, or like and subscribe via your favourite podcast app. #SAFC #WWFC #EFLPlayOffs

Is now the time? Wembley heartache is all too familiar for us, but can we take the step out of that doldrums and break free of League One at the home of football? Jonny King, Editor of The Wanderer fanzine joined me to chat through, what is hopefully, Sunderland and Alex Neil's final game in League One. Now pray. Enjoyed the episode? Follow us at @WhatTheFalkPod, or like and subscribe via your favourite podcast app. #SAFC #WWFC #EFL

WEMBLEY! There's one more big step to go, but a 93rd minute strike from Patrick Roberts ensured that we would be going to Wembley for a chance at finally, FINALLY, getting out of League One. Dave Lawrence and Brad Sharp join me to dig through all the talking points from the game, preview the League One play off final, Trafalgar Square plans and loads of positivity. Enjoyed the episode? Follow us at @WhatTheFalkPod, or like and subscribe via your favourite podcast app. #SAFC #SWFC #EFLPlayOffs

What a night. An electric evening at the Stadium of Light saw the Lads take a 1-0 win into a massive second leg at Hillsborough and - come what may - it was a memorable night on Wearside, harking back to the early days of SOL. Dave Lawrence and Brad Sharp join me to dig through all the talking points from the game, the atmosphere and the biggest game Sunderland have had in some time on Monday evening. Enjoyed the episode? Follow us at @WhatTheFalkPod, or like and subscribe via your favourite podcast app. #SAFC #SWFC #EFLPlayOffs

The play offs are back and, once again, we are in them. It's a going to be a nerve wracking few games and Sunderland and Alex Neil will hope to go one better than they did last season with a win over Sheffield Wednesday. Can we do it over two legs? James from Wednesday Til I Die podcast joined us to let us know all there is to know about the Owls. Now we wait. Eek. Enjoyed the episode? Follow us at @WhatTheFalkPod, or like and subscribe via your favourite podcast app. #SAFC #SWFC #EFL

An oddly comfortable afternoon for the Lads saw Nathan Broadhead's early goal clinch a play-off spot, as we went 13 games unbeaten with a 1-0 win over Morecambe. Sheffield Wednesday await us next, as we look to progress to Wembley and hopefully, finally, get out of League One after four long seasons. Dave Lawrence and Brad Sharp join me to dig through all the talking points from yesterday's game, and look ahead to a massive week on Wearside. Enjoyed the episode? Follow us at @WhatTheFalkPod, or like and subscribe via your favourite podcast app. #SAFC #MorecambeFC #EFL

Whisper it quietly, but Sunderland might just be the team heading into the play-offs in form. An excellent 5-1 win over Cambridge United continued the Lads unbeaten run and takes us to 80 points. We did a live on the go one this week, as I welcome Sunderland Central Scotland's Phil and Gaz for a post match, bit pissed, trains noises in the background review of a big win. Enjoyed the episode? Follow us at @WhatTheFalkPod, or like and subscribe via your favourite podcast app. #SAFC #CUFC #EFL

The Lads picked up a four point haul over their Easter Road double header - yet still begin the game outside of the play-offs coming this Saturday. That's right, with just three games left, every game is cup final - let's hope we get one to literally within the next few weeks. Cambridge are the visitors to the SOL this Saturday, and Jordan from Under The Abbey Stand returns to chat a massive fixture for the Lads this weekend. Enjoyed the episode? Follow us at @WhatTheFalkPod, or like and subscribe via your favourite podcast app. #SAFC #CUFC #EFL

We just keep doing it, don't we? Last minute winners are simply the most fun thing about football and I demand we continue it as we did today in the 3-2 win over Shrews. Dave Lawrence and Danny Pugh join to chat through a mental game, but ultimately another three massive points. Enjoyed the episode? Follow us at @WhatTheFalkPod, or like and subscribe via your favourite podcast app. #SAFC #STFC #EFL

Last minute winners are great, aren't they? Two late, late strikes from the Lads mean we head into a big Easter weekend in a strong position as we look to consolidate our play-off berth. And first up from our double header is a home game against Shrewsbury Town, so good old Ollie from the premier Shrewsbury podcast - Salopcast - joined us to chat all things Shrews. Enjoyed the episode? Follow us at @WhatTheFalkPod, or like and subscribe via your favourite podcast app. #SAFC #STFC #EFL