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The Weekly - Ep. 101 - Everton Review

22 Aug 2021

Contributed by Lukas

A nice and punchy episode for you today which looks back over the 2-2 draw with Everton.Jon, Darren and Joe look backwards over the weekend and forwar...

The Weekly - Ep. 100 - Manchester United Review

15 Aug 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Not a game that any of us are keen to relive but if you want some attempt to assess yesterday's car crash, here it is.Jon, Darren and Tom Alderson on ...

Bonus Episode: Should Leeds fans be concerned about Socios?

13 Aug 2021

Contributed by Lukas

This is an episode we put up on our Patreon but thought that the topic was serious enough to merit it being released on our free-to-air feed.Jon talks...

The Weekly - Ep. 99 - The Season Preview 21/22

09 Aug 2021

Contributed by Lukas

It's the big one. The calm before the storm. It's the Season Preview 21/22.Jon is joined by the Toms, Darren and Jacob to break down the upcoming seas...

The Weekly - Ep. 98 - The State of the Squad Pod

05 Aug 2021

Contributed by Lukas

With the season less than 10 days away, it's that time of the year where we look at the state of the Leeds United squad.Jon is joined by Josh Hobbs an...

The Weekly - Ep. 97 - Guiseley & Blackburn Review

30 Jul 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Darren, Tom W and Josh are back to talk about the Leeds' pre-season friendlies against Guieseley and Blackburn, as well as some U23s chat.Support this...

The Weekly - Ep. 96 - Everything You Need To Know About Tactics

21 Jul 2021

Contributed by Lukas

We told you everything you need to know about stats last week. Now we're here to tell you all about tactics.Join Tom Woodhead, Jon and Tom Alderson fo...

The Weekly - Ep. 95 - Everything You Need to Know About Stats

15 Jul 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Another week, another Weekly.The boys are back to explain the basics of statistical evaluation of football.Given that we spend a lot of time talking a...

The Weekly - Ep. 94 - How to Beat Leeds United?

07 Jul 2021

Contributed by Lukas

By now we've all learned where Leeds' weaknesses are...But what if you were managing an opposing team? How would you break us down?In this episode, Jo...

The Weekly - Ep. 93 - Our Leeds United Euros XI

30 Jun 2021

Contributed by Lukas

There is no domestic football on right now but that doesn't stop us from crowbarring Leeds United content into a Euros schedule.Today we have a hostin...

The Weekly - Ep. 92 - Can Kalvin Play 8 for Leeds?

23 Jun 2021

Contributed by Lukas

The Euros are in full swing but that isn't stopping us from confecting content for you.This week, Jon, Josh and Taldo are here to answer the question ...

The Weekly - Ep. 91 - Season Review 20/21 Pt. II

16 Jun 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Last season feels so long ago now it's almost like it never happened...But he's our final treatment of 20/21 before we turn our attention fully on nex...

The Weekly - Ep. 90 - Pablo Hernandez Special

10 Jun 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Our beautiful Spanish wizard has left us. Folorn resigned, and armed with a bucketful of memories, Darren, Josh and Tom W discuss Pablo Hernandez: the...

The Weekly - Ep. 89 - Season Review 20/21 Part I

03 Jun 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Join Jon, Darren and Jacob as they take you through the first part of the 20/21 season...Enjoy!Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/thegameoft...

The Weekly - Ep. 88 - The Hypothetical Season Review

27 May 2021

Contributed by Lukas

At the beginning of last season, we recorded a preview episode where we considered some hypothetical questions.This week, we're returning to that epis...

The Weekly - Ep. 87 - West Bromwich Albion Review

24 May 2021

Contributed by Lukas

We made it! The end of the season!Time for our summer break. But before that, Jon, Darren and Taldo are here to chat through the West Bromwich Albion ...

The Weekly - Ep. 86 - Southampton Review/West Brom Preview

19 May 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Our final preview pod of the season! We made it!But first there is the small matter of the Southampton game to get out of the way.Once done, we're joi...

The Weekly - Ep. 85 - Burnley Review/Southampton Preview

16 May 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Double header for you today!First up, Jon, Darren and Taldo chat about the Burnley game where Leeds came out comfortable victors.Then, second half, th...

The Weekly - Ep. 84 - Burnley Preview

12 May 2021

Contributed by Lukas

With the end of the season in sight, the boys are back with a Burnley Preview ahead of the weekend.Jon, Joe and Josh are joined by another J - Jamie S...

The Weekly - Ep. 83 - Spurs Review

09 May 2021

Contributed by Lukas

What a game! The boys are back!And so is this podcast as Jon, Darren and Joe are in buoyant mood dissecting the 3-1 win over Spurs.Enjoy!Support this ...

Orta's List - Episode 5 - Lang, Kvaratskhelia and Tagliafico (and Q&A)

06 May 2021

Contributed by Lukas

One final episode to wrap up the Orta's List series.Jon, Josh and Joe talk Nicolas Tagliafico, Kvicha Kwaratskhelia and Noa Lang before answering your...

The Weekly - Ep. 82 - Spurs Preview

05 May 2021

Contributed by Lukas

The boys are back with a preview of the up-coming Spurs game this weekend.Jon and the Toms are joined by Nathan A Clark of The Extra Inch to look forw...

The Weekly - Ep. 81 - Brighton Review

02 May 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Deja vu anyone?Jon and Darren are joined by a debutant today to spice things up. Say hello to Jacob Standbridge!Anyway, let's never talk of Brighton a...

The Weekly - Ep. 80 - Brighton Preview

28 Apr 2021

Contributed by Lukas

The prodigal son is returned! Josh Hobbs joins Jon and Tom Woodhead on our Brighton Preview.Liam Tharme of Albion Analytics pops in to fill us in too....

The Weekly - Ep. 79 - Manchester United Review

26 Apr 2021

Contributed by Lukas

We're back! But this time with something a little different.Jon, Tom W and Darren spent the first part looking at the Manchester United game but then ...

Orta's List - Episode Four - Right-Footed Left Wingers

23 Apr 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Here's the final scouting episode of our Orta's List series.Jon, Josh and Joe look at right-footed left wingers and pick four potentials for Leeds to ...

The Weekly - Ep. 78 - Manchester United Preview

22 Apr 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Big game on Sunday. Revenge in the offing?Jon, Joe and Tom Alderson are here to talk it through with Aaron Moniz, a Manchester United fan.Enjoy!Suppor...

The Weekly - Ep. 77 - Liverpool Review

20 Apr 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Lots to talk about on today's episode.Jon, Joe and Tom Woodhead spend time talking about Adam Forshaw's Glorious Return, the European Super League oh....

The Weekly - Ep. 76 - Liverpool Preview

14 Apr 2021

Contributed by Lukas

This episode took two takes.Fortunately, this was the better one.Jon, Darren and Taldo were joined by John O'Sullivan to preview the Liverpool game.En...

The Weekly - Ep. 75 - Manchester City Review

11 Apr 2021

Contributed by Lukas

We're back with a full hour of Adam Forshaw chat...Jk - we talk about an incredible win over Manchester City.Enjoy!Support this show http://supporter....

Orta's List - Episode Three - Attacking Centre Midfielders

08 Apr 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Jon, Joe and Josh are back to take you through the next position on Orta's List: Attacking CMs.Enjoy!Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/theg...

The Weekly - Ep. 74 - Manchester City Preview

08 Apr 2021

Contributed by Lukas

No one wants to preview a fixture against the best team in the league if not the best in the world but we're here anyway...Jon, Tom W and Joe are join...

The Weekly - Ep. 73 - Sheffield United Review

04 Apr 2021

Contributed by Lukas

The boys are back and with a debutant!Jon and Darren are joined by Simon Tinsley to talk through the Sheffield United game.Enjoy!Support this show htt...

The Weekly - Ep. 72 - Player Review and Sheffield United Preview

31 Mar 2021

Contributed by Lukas

We're back! Did you miss us?We're supposed to be talking about Sheffield United this week but none of their fans were interested in talking about thei...

Orta's List - Episode 2 - 8s Who Can Play DM

25 Mar 2021

Contributed by Lukas

We're back to break up the international break drudgery with some in-depth scouting.Jon, Josh and Joe spend a long time talking about potential target...

The Weekly - Ep. 71 - Fulham Review

20 Mar 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Lots to talk about after a 2-1 win at Craven Cottage.Jon and the Toms spend a full hour on the win and find plenty to discuss.Enjoy!Support this show ...

The Weekly - Ep. 70 - Fulham Preview

17 Mar 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Another week, another podcast episode for you to get your ears around.This time around it's Scott "Scotty" Parker's Fulham who we're talking about. Jo...

The Weekly - Ep. 69 - Chelsea Review

14 Mar 2021

Contributed by Lukas

We don't get the opportunity to talk about draws very often so this was a nice experience for us.Jon, Tom Alderson and Derek Dover talk through the 0-...

Orta's List - Ep. 1 - Left Backs

12 Mar 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Hello!We're here with a very special episode - the first of our scouting series, Orta's List.Jon Mackenzie, Josh Hobbs and Joe Donnohue talk left back...

The Weekly - Ep. 68 - Chelsea Preview

11 Mar 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Roll up! Roll up! For an hour of us talking all about Chelsea (well a bit about Bielsa too...)Jon, Darren and Joe are your pilots this week and we tri...

The Weekly - Ep. 67 - West Ham Review

09 Mar 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Here we are again. A Leeds loss. Questions about the meaning of life. Will the world keep hurtling along through space?Anyway, who better to take you ...

The Weekly - Ep. 66 - West Ham Preview

04 Mar 2021

Contributed by Lukas

A podcast episode described by Tom Woodhead as "us spending 40 minutes standing in front of a brick wall trying to work out how to break it down with ...

The Weekly - Ep. 65 - Aston Villa Review

28 Feb 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Find yourself a podcast which can talk about a drab loss for 50 mins....Here's one! Darren, Jon and Tom Alderson talk all about Villa and that's about...

The Weekly - Ep. 64 - Southampton Review/Villa Preview

24 Feb 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Another doubleheader here but the last for a little while.We begin by chatting through the Southampton game before segueing into Aston Villa with the ...

The Weekly - Ep. 63 - Wolves Review/Southampton Preview

21 Feb 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Action packed double header for you today.Jon, Joe and Darren chat through the Wolves game and are then joined by Tifo Football and The Athletics's Al...

The Weekly - Ep 62 - Wolves Preview

17 Feb 2021

Contributed by Lukas

It never rains, it pours. But that pouring is a metaphor for more podcasts from us!Today Jon, Joe and Twoody are joined by Dave Azzopardi to talk abou...

The Weekly - Ep. 61 - Arsenal Review

15 Feb 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Ah well, nevertheless...Jon, Tom A and Darren are here to talk you through the car-crash of Sunday against Arsenal. They still find time to find some ...

The Weekly - Ep. 60 - Arsenal Preview

11 Feb 2021

Contributed by Lukas

The boys are back with a big chunk of time to discuss Leeds' next opponent: Arsenal.Jon, Joe and Tom Alderson are joined by Lewis Ambrose of OneFootba...

The Weekly - Ep. 59 - Crystal Palace Review

09 Feb 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Finally! A full hour to discuss a brilliant result!Darren, Jon and Tom Alderson are here to break down everything from pressing structure and just how...

The Weekly - Ep. 58 - Everton Review/Crystal Palace Preview

05 Feb 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Another double header and this one is an epic! Settle in for the ride...Jon, Darren and Joe talk all about Everton before being joined by Reuben Pinde...

The Weekly - Ep. 57 - Leicester Review/Everton Preview

01 Feb 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Yet another double header episode to get you kick started into Monday.Jon and the Toms look back over a majesterial Leceister performance and then are...

The Weekly - Ep. 56 - Newcastle Review/Leicester Preview

27 Jan 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Lots going on today.Jon, Joe and Darren look back at the Newcastle game before being joined by Charlie Carmichael who talked us through the Leicester ...

The Weekly - Ep. 55 - Newcastle Preview

22 Jan 2021

Contributed by Lukas

If it feels like it was only last week that we were previewing Newcastle... that's because it was.Tom Alderson, our Newcastle correspondent, joins us ...

The Weekly - Ep. 54 - Brighton Review

18 Jan 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Lots to talk about this week and lots of talking was done on this week's review episode!Jon, Darren and Joe cover all the salient points.Enjoy!Support...

The Weekly - Ep. 53 - Brighton Preview

13 Jan 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Hello again!We're back with a bit of a Crawley debrief followed by a Brighton Preview where we learn everything we can about Brighton from Liam Tharm,...

The Weekly - Ep. 52 - Crawley Town Preview

07 Jan 2021

Contributed by Lukas

It's the FA Cup weekend!Rather than listen to us chatting garbage about a team we don't know very much about, we've brought on a Crawley fan, Alex Bur...

The Weekly - Ep. 51 - Spurs Review

03 Jan 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Another week, another game to review.This time, it's Spurs. Glimmers of good football from Leeds but Spurs gonna Spurs.Enjoy!Support this show http://...

The Weekly - Ep. 50 - Spurs Preview

31 Dec 2020

Contributed by Lukas

The last episode of the year - a preview episode for the Spurs game.Join Jon, Darren and Tom Woodhead as they discuss the fixture along with the help ...

The Weekly - Ep. 49 - Burnley & West Brom Review

30 Dec 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Lots to get throught today.Two weeks, both unalike in dignity. Jon, Joe and Tom Woodhead are here to get you back up to speed after the winter break.M...

The Weekly - Ep. 48 - Burnley & West Brom Preview

24 Dec 2020

Contributed by Lukas

What a bumper episode we have in store for you this Christmas. First Jon and Josh talk Burnley after being joined by Jamie Smith and then, wait for it...

The Weekly - Ep. 47 - Manchester United Review

21 Dec 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Not a game that many people will want to relive. But a game with a lot to talk about.Jon, Tom Woodhead and Darren break things down over an enjoyable ...

The Weekly - Ep. 46 - Newcastle Review/Manchester United Preview

17 Dec 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Uh oh! It's a double whammy today.First, we cover the Newcastle result - that glorious 5-2 victory - before turning our attention to Manchester United...

The Weekly - Ep. 45 - Newcastle Preview

15 Dec 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Hello! Hello!The boys are here to give you the low down on the Newcastle game tomorrow evening. We're joined by JP Quinn, a Newcastle fan, who gives u...

The Weekly - Ep. 44 - West Ham Review

12 Dec 2020

Contributed by Lukas

All miserable aren't we?But that hasn't stopped us from waking up early on a Saturday morning to rewatch the game and deconstruct it blow by blow.Jon,...

The Weekly - Ep. 43 - West Ham Preview

09 Dec 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Well, then. Here we are without a defence to speak of heading into the early weekend fixture with mainly vibes...Jon, Twoodhead and Talderson are here...

The Weekly - Ep. 42 - Chelsea Review

06 Dec 2020

Contributed by Lukas

We're back but perhaps with a whimper not a bang...A disappointing performance has a lot for Jon, Darren and Talderson to chew into so there's plenty ...

The Weekly - Ep. 41 - Chelsea Preview

03 Dec 2020

Contributed by Lukas

The boys are back with a bang with a preview of Frank Lampard's Chelsea.This is the one we've been waiting for and who better to help us preview the g...

The Weekly - Ep. 40 - Everton Review

29 Nov 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Here it is! The hotly anticipated Everton Review!Jon, Darren and Joe talk about how wonderful everything is in the world of Leeds United, look to brea...

The Weekly - Ep. 39 - Everton Preview

26 Nov 2020

Contributed by Lukas

The boys are back to preview the Everton game.Jon and the Toms are joined by Joel Parker of Toffee Analysis and Between the Posts to recon Everton thi...

The Weekly - Ep. 38 - Arsenal Review

23 Nov 2020

Contributed by Lukas

We're back and we only mentioned the Pepe headbutt once. So you've been warned.Jon, Darren and Tom A/Joe... you decide... are here to talk back over t...

The Weekly - Ep. 37 - Arsenal Preview

19 Nov 2020

Contributed by Lukas

It's been a while but we're back!Here to preview the Arsenal game are Jon, Tom W and Joe Hill. They're joined by Lewis Ambrose of OneFootball and Arse...

Bonus Episode: David Sumpter - The Ten Equations that Rule the World

11 Nov 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Given it's the international break, we've decided to put out a Patreon bonus episode for your enjoyment.A few weeks ago, Jon spoke to David Sumpter (@...

The Weekly - Ep. 36 - Crystal Palace Review

08 Nov 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Well, no one wants to think about it again but we have to so here we are.Just a twosome of Jon and Darren today and they did their best to pep things ...

The Weekly - Ep. 35 - Crystal Palace Preview

05 Nov 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Putting the disappointment of Leicester behind us, the guys are back with a little more anticipation ahead of the Palace game this weekend.Jon, Tom Wo...

The Weekly - Ep. 34 - Leicester City Review

03 Nov 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Well, that wasn't pleasant for most of the first half but, as always, we're here to raise the spirits, tell you why it wasn't as bad as you thought it...

The Weekly - Ep. 33 - Leicester City Preview

29 Oct 2020

Contributed by Lukas

We're a little bit later this week because the Leicester game isn't until Monday evening.Jon, Tom W and Darren are here to break it all down for you t...

The Weekly - Ep. 32 - Aston Villa Review

24 Oct 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Well, well, well... What a result against Villa!Here's our review episode. It's the day after but Jon, Tom Woodhead and Joe Hill are all breathlessly ...

The Weekly - Ep. 31 - Aston Villa Preview

21 Oct 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Bet you didn't expect us to be back so quickly eh? Well, here we are!Jon, Teedubs and Joe Hill are here to talk about the Villa game this Friday. They...

The Weekly - Ep. 30 - Wolves Review

20 Oct 2020

Contributed by Lukas

This episode comes to you borne on the wings of the news about Kalvin Phillips recent demise. We've got lots to talk about on the Wolves result and lo...

The Weekly - Ep. 29 - Wolves Preview

15 Oct 2020

Contributed by Lukas

It's been a couple of weeks! Have you missed us?Jon, Joe and Tom A are back to chat all things Wolves and they're joined by Football Manager's Wolves ...

Bonus Episode: Football Manager and Leeds United

09 Oct 2020

Contributed by Lukas

As a treat for the international break, we're releasing the Patreon Bonus Podcast episode where Jon talked to Seb Wassell of Sports Interactive and Bi...

The Weekly - Ep. 28 - Manchester City Review

04 Oct 2020

Contributed by Lukas

What a beautiful day. The blue sky is visible (in the distance). Sheffield United are in the mud. And Leeds got a draw with one of the best teams in t...

The Weekly - Ep. 27 - Manchester City Preview

30 Sep 2020

Contributed by Lukas

In the week before the international break kicks in, Jon, Darren and Tom Woodhead are here to look ahead to the Manchester City game this weekend. The...

The Weekly - Ep. 26 - Sheffield United Review

28 Sep 2020

Contributed by Lukas

A fairly comfortable (compared to the last few weeks anyway) win away from home in Sheffield and we're back to chat through the ins and outs and Dalla...

The Weekly - Ep. 25 - Sheffield United Preview

23 Sep 2020

Contributed by Lukas

As time rolls on inexorably, we're back to preview the Sheffield United game ahead of Sunday. It's Jon, Darren and Tom Woodhead today and they're join...

The Weekly - Ep. 24 - Fulham Review

20 Sep 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Lots to pick over from the bones of the Fulham game this weekend. A game that looked to be going so well very quickly began to look not so well and on...

The Weekly - Ep. 23 - Fulham Preview

16 Sep 2020

Contributed by Lukas

If it feels like we only just previewed a Fulham game, that's because we did. But a lot has happened since we beat the... um... Cottagers (?) at Ellan...

The Weekly - Ep. 22 - Liverpool Review

13 Sep 2020

Contributed by Lukas

We're back and we're ace!Jon, Tom W and Josh Hobbs are here to talk you through what was a frantic return to Premier League football for Leeds United....

The Weekly - Ep. 21 - Liverpool Preview

09 Sep 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Oh look! It's the first match preview episode and it's only Liverpool away to kick things off!Jon, Darren and Teedubs are here to discuss all things t...

The Weekly - Ep. 20 - Premier League Season Preview 20/21

06 Sep 2020

Contributed by Lukas

We've got a special one for you today: a preview of Leeds season in the Premier League. However, rather than trawling through categories and giving yo...

The Weekly - Ep. 19 - Summer Scouting Reports: Illan Meslier and Adam Forshaw

02 Sep 2020

Contributed by Lukas

We're back for the final episode of our short Summer Scouting Reports series. Today, Jon, Josh and Darren cover the news and then spend a long gloriou...

The Weekly - Ep. 18 - Summer Scouting Reports: Liam Cooper and Stuart Dallas

26 Aug 2020

Contributed by Lukas

This is the second week of our scouting report episodes. This week, Jon, Darren and Tom W spend a delicious hour talking about the life and times of L...

The Weekly - Ep. 17 - Summer Scouting Reports: Mateusz Klich and Patrick Bamford

19 Aug 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Jon, Darren and Joe are here for the first of our summer scouting reports. They spend a whole episode talking about Mateusz Klich and Patrick Bamford,...

The Weekly - Ep. 16 - Season Review Pt. II

12 Aug 2020

Contributed by Lukas

We're back! And we're here to finish up our review of the 2019/20 Championship-winning seasonBefore we do that, though, we cast our eyes over the tran...

The Weekly - Ep. 15 - Season Review, Part I

05 Aug 2020

Contributed by Lukas

We're back after a week away to bring you the first episode of a two-part season review! Jon, Tom Woodhead and Darren are here to talk you through pre...

The Weekly - Ep. 14 - Charlton Debrief

23 Jul 2020

Contributed by Lukas

With much sadness but also much exhaustion, we arrive at the last debrief episode of the season with Jon, Darren and Tom W talking through matters ari...

The Weekly - Ep. 13 - Derby Debrief and Charlton Preview

19 Jul 2020

Contributed by Lukas

There's not so much stats and tactics in this one but we did get to talk all about the youngsters on the field today. Jon, Josh and Darren joined by B...

The Weekly - Ep. 12 - Barnsley Debrief and Derby Preview

17 Jul 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Well, we're back. It's taken some of us a good 12 hours but we made it. Leeds are on the cusp of promotion and Jon, Darren and Joe are here to talk yo...

The Weekly - Ep. 11 - Swansea Debrief and Barnsley Preview

12 Jul 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Well, well, well. What a day! And the lads are back to (attempt to) debrief a horrible game in Swansea that we came out winners from and put us on the...

The Weekly - Ep. 10 - Stoke Debrief and Swansea Preview

09 Jul 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Well, well, well. Five-nil eh? Not bad. Not bad. Jon, Josh (bet you didn't expect that did you!) and Tom W are back to give you many minutes of waxing...