Loathed Strangers: Swindon Town Podcast
Episodes
The Presser 24/25: Crewe Alexandra (H)
09 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Episode 788: Freezing temperatures have given Swindon respite and frostbite, and the treatment table starts to get busy as Swindon prepare to hos...
Reality Bites
06 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Episode 787: Notts County 2-0 Swindon Town - A lesson in not getting too carried away - Swindon's fine festive form is met with a humbling defeat awa...
The Presser 24/25: Notts County (A)
03 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Episode 786: Two days on from an extraordinary win on New Year's Day, the cold snap has hit as Swindon prepare to make the journey to Nottingham ...
Paying the Penalty!
01 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Episode 785: How was that for New Year's entertainment? Extraordinary scenes, crazy reffing and late, late drama as Cox cooly steps up to score the wi...
The Presser 24/25: Colchester United (H)
31 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Episode 784: The first home game of 2025 awaits and Ian Holloway sees Colchester as his benchmark, narrowly knocking them out in the FA Cup first...
Game of Throw-Ins
29 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Episode 783: Bromley 1-1 Swindon Town - The big groundhopper tickoff and a tough place to kill time on a Sunday morning. Swindon pick up a decent poi...
The Presser 24/25: Bromley (A)
28 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Episode 782: Joe Acklam and JR reconvene to discuss Town's second London festive trip to surprise EFL newcomers Bromley. Marcus Bignot takes the ...
The First Joel
26 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Episode 781: AFC Wimbledon 1-1 Swindon Town - No underground, overground due to railstrikes - but Swindon womble home with a point against playoff pu...
The Presser 24/25: AFC Wimbledon (A)
23 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Episode 780: Joe Acklam is back with JR to give the media perspective of the weekend's win and the Spirit of '69 Day of Action, and to look ahead...
Do I Not Like Orange?
22 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Episode 779: Swindon Town 3-1 Grimsby Town - Against the odds and the Spirit of '69 day of action going without a hitch, Swindon thrive in advers...
The Presser 24/25: Grimsby Town (H)
20 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Episode 778: After hitting the headlines for an outburst, Ian Holloway holds court with an audience from Sky as well as the usual local media guy...
The Spirit of '69: Day of Action
17 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Episode 777: Dan and Terry are on the pod to discuss the upcoming Spirit of '69 Day of Action before Grimsby Town (H). Hosted on Acast. See acast...
The Rules of Pashun
15 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Episode 776: Bradford City 1-0 Swindon Town - A grim afternoon in the north and Terry is on the pod to discuss. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy...
The Presser 24/25: Bradford City (A)
12 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Episode 775: Following back to back wins in the League and the Vertu, Ian Holloway rouses the troops ahead of a testy trip up to Bradford on Satu...
LS Book Club: Chaos in the Box
12 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Episode 774: David Squires is on the pod to discuss Swindon Town and his career. He has a new book OUT NOW called 'Chaos in the Box: Chronic...
Vertu Insanity
10 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Episode 773: Wycombe Wanderers 1-2 Swindon Town - Well, well, well! A most splendid performance from the second string at L1 high-fliers, Wycombe...
The Presser 24/25: Wycombe Wanderers (A) - EFL Trophy
09 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Episode 772: It's the JR derby - Swindon are in the knockout stages of the EFL trophy - he and Joe Acklam talk about the difficult selection cho...
Hurricane Harry
08 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Episode 771: Swindon Town 3-1 Fleetwood Town - Relief and rejoice as Town end a near 2-month winless streak in EFL League Two! Conor and Max are on th...
The Presser 24/25: Fleetwood Town (H)
05 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Episode 770: Swindon are in need of something against Fleetwood Town, and Ian Holloway is tearing up the teamsheets to get one up over former pro...
Bottom of the EFL
04 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Episode 769: Colchester United 4-0 Swindon Town - Adam is on to discuss. Sadness. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
The Presser 24/25: Colchester United (A)
02 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Episode 768: The tight turnaround leaves presser duties to Marcus Bignot, ahead of Swindon's trip to Colchester. Superfan and contributor Si retu...
Paying the Penalty
01 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Episode 767: Accrington Stanley 2-2 Swindon Town (AET) - It's a penalty shoot-out exit from the FA Cup for the Town and Max was there to see it. Hoste...
The Presser 24/25: Accrington Stanley (A) - FA Cup R2
28 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Episode 766: A bumpy week for Swindon comes to a head in Round 2 of the FA cup, a repeat of a few weeks back as Swindon once again travel away to...
The Spirit of '69: Your Questions
27 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Episode 765: After the launch of the Spirit of '69 group and looking ahead to the planned non confrontational protest strategy against owner Clem...
LS Book Club: Boys Don't Cry, Girls Can't Throw...
26 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Episode 764: Author and Town fan, Martin Nash, is on the pod to discuss his book 'Boys Don't Cry, Girls Can't Throw: How Sports Stars re Redefining th...
The Gathering Storm
24 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Episode 763: Swindon Town 2-3 Morecambe - A wretched weekend and Dan is on the pod to discuss.Loathed Strangers Fanzine: https://ko-fi.com/s/6f75...
The Presser 24/25: Morecambe (H)
21 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Episode 762: After a week of spooky goings on in the news cycle and the imminent launch of Statue Park, Ian Holloway looks to build his squad's l...
Hanger Games
17 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Episode 761: Accrington Stanley 2-2 Swindon Town - It's a late night record and Max is on the pod to discuss the draw up in Lancashire but Rich i...
The Presser 24/25: Accrington Stanley (A)
14 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Episode 760: Rather than invoking the retro milk ads, STFC and Ian Holloway are asking themselves 'who are we' in Ian Holloway's presser ahead of...
The Zeroth Minute
10 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Episode 759: MK Dons 3-1 Swindon Town - The world famous new manager bounce didn't extend beyond the cup games as Scott Lindsey educates Ian Holl...
The Presser 24/25: Milton Keynes Dons (A)
07 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Episode 758: Ian Holloway looks to imprint his philosophies ahead of Saturday's trip to Milton Keynes Dons, and Joe Acklam looks forward to enjoying t...
Progression 2
05 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Episode 757: Swindon Town 2-1 Tottenham Hotspur U21 - Nice little run out, into the next round, 100% record under Holloway and now onto the leagu...
The Presser 24/25: Tottenham Hotspur U21 (H) - EFL Trophy
04 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Episode 756: Ian Holloway looks to roll the dice and give opportunities in the last group game of the EFL trophy against the Spurs Academy - just a dr...
Progression
03 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Episode 755: Swindon Town 2-1 Colchester United (AET) - Dan is on the pod to discuss Ian Holloway's first game in charge and first victory as Tow...
The Presser 24/25: Colchester United (H) - FA Cup R1
31 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Episode 754: It's Ian Holloway's first pre-match press conference as Swindon Manager as he prepares to take to the dugout for the first time against C...
This is Swindon
26 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Episode 753: Swindon Town 1-1 Gillingham - 10-men Swindon work hard and earn a point against old pals Gillingham at the CG. Conor is on the pod to dis...
The Presser 24/25: Gillingham (H)
25 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Episode 752: A day delayed - Mark Kennedy is dismissed and the Ian Holloway era looms, but before that - Joe Acklam returns from holiday to hear from ...
Town Appoint Holloway
25 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Episode 751: Conor returns to discuss the appointment of Ian Holloway Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Kennedy Leaves Town
25 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Episode 750: Reaction pod with Conor on to discuss the exit of Mark Kennedy. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
STFC Navy SEALS
22 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Episode 749: Salford City 2-1 Swindon Town - Same old story but Adam is on the pod to discuss. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more in...
The Presser 24/25: Salford City (A)
21 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Episode 748: Joe Acklam is still on holiday, so JR is again joined by BBC Radio Wiltshire's Andrew Hawes to discuss the latest news around the County ...
Hands Down
20 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Episode 747: Swindon Town 1-2 Doncaster Rovers - Pah! JR is on the pod to discuss. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
The Presser 24/25: Doncaster Rovers (H)
17 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Episode 746: Joe Acklam is on holiday, so JR is joined by BBC Radio Wiltshire's Andrew Hawes to discuss the latest news around the County Ground, incl...
World's Smallest Vioflynn
13 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Episode 745: Cheltenham Town 2-3 Swindon Town - Is this a corner turning or another regional victory over terrible opposition? Stay tuned! Dan is...
The Presser 24/25: Cheltenham Town (A)
10 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Episode 744: JR and Joe Acklam of the Adver do some soul searching reflecting on Mark Kennedy's presser ahead of the weekend's trip to Cheltenham, Ho...
Swindon Fringe Festival
08 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Episode 743: Swindon Town 4-0 Bristol Rovers - Bosh! Swindon Town sweep Bristol Rovers aside in the BSM Trophy - Lovely stuff. What does it all mean? ...
The Presser 24/25: Bristol Rovers (H) - EFL Trophy
07 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Episode 742: JR and Joe Acklam of the Adver look ahead to a derby day in the EFL Trophy, hosting Bristol Rovers, with Mark Kennedy's presser. Can you ...
Missing the Point
05 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Episode 741: Swindon Town 0-0 Harrogate Town - JR is on the pod to discuss a really quite dull and dismal display in sunny SN1. Hosted on Acast. See a...
The Presser 24/25: Harrogate Town (H)
03 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Episode 740: JR and Joe Acklam of the Adver cover Mark Kennedy's press conference ahead of this weekend's home tie against Harrogate, plus audio with ...
Joyeux Joel
01 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Episode 739: Tranmere Rovers 1-1 Swindon Town - We'll take it! Dan is on the pod to discuss (plus cameo from Max) Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/...
The Presser 24/25: Tranmere Rovers (A)
30 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Episode 738: JR and Joe Acklam of the Adver look at the week's STFC news and chat, featuring Mark Kennedy's press conference and a catch up with Tunmi...
Vale Park Pipe Dreams
28 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Episode 737: Port Vale 2-1 Swindon. Max and Dan are on the pod to discuss their day out in Burslem. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for mo...
The Presser 24/25: Port Vale (A)
26 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Episode 736: JR and Joe Acklam of the Adver round up the week's STFC news, including Mark Kennedy's press conference and a chat with Gavin Kilkenny ah...
Talk On Corners
22 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Episode 735: Swindon Town 0-2 Carlisle United. After a big win the week before, Swindon fail to build momentum and fall prey to the dreaded 'new ...
The Presser 24/25: Carlisle United (H)
19 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Episode 734: After a big win last weekend, JR and Joe Acklam of the Adver discuss Mark Kennedy's press conference ahead of a visit from Carlisle Unite...
Emotional Attachments
15 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Episode 733: Swindon Town 4-0 Newport County - Now we're talkin' - The visitors are swept aside by a brilliant Town but is this the start of some...
The Presser 24/25: Newport County (H)
12 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Episode 732: JR and Joe Acklam of the Adver discuss the week's news leading into Mark Kennedy's press conference with Mark Kennedy ahead of the weeken...
CSI: Barrow-in-Furness
07 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Episode 731: Barrow 1-1 Swindon Town - A chaotic Saturday in Cumbria as Town steal a point at the death having performed in a manner that would t...
The Presser PLUS+ 24/25: Barrow (A)
05 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Episode 730: A bumper edition after a busy week - JR and Joe Acklam of the Adver discuss the latest press conference with Mark Kennedy ahead of the lo...
Mid-Season Friendly
03 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Episode 729: Exeter City 2-1 Swindon Town - Standard cup defeat which will be long forgotten in no time but, boy-oh-boy, a win would be nice, wouldn't...
The Presser 24/25: Exeter City (A) - EFL Trophy
02 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Episode 728: JR and Joe Acklam of the Adver discuss the latest press conference with Mark Kennedy ahead of the first EFL Trophy group game away to Exe...
Sports Day
01 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Episode 727: Honor is on the pod to discuss the weekend positives and negatives as Town lose at home for the second game in a row. There's also a note...
Bonus Episode: Transfer Deadline Day
30 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Episode 726: Two tired boys (JR and Joe Acklam) talk about transfers that were covered in the presser with Mark Kennedy on 29/08 but were embargo...
The Presser 24/25: Notts County (H)
29 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Episode 725: JR and Adver Joe discuss the latest press conference with Mark Kennedy as transfer deadline day looms and also some Will Wright chat ahea...
Three Games
25 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Episode 724: Crewe Alexandra 0-0 Swindon Town - Dull game but a clean sheet and a point... I guess? Max is on the pod to discuss. Hosted on Acast. See...
The Presser 24/25: Crewe Alexandra (A)
22 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Episode 723: JR and Adver Joe discuss the latest press conference with Mark Kennedy as Town look for a positive result at Crewe. Hosted on Acast. See ...
Try Harder
18 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Episode 722: Andrew Hawes is on the pod to discuss a less than stellar first home performance of the season.Issue 1 of Loathed Strangers Fanzine plus ...
The Presser 24/25: Walsall (H)
15 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Episode 721: Joe Acklam of the Advertiser is on the pod to discuss the press conference with Mark Kennedy ahead of the first home game of the season.I...
I'm Alright Jack
13 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Episode 720: Crawley Town 4-2 Swindon Town - Conor and Max are on to discuss Town's latest early exit from the EFL Cup.Issue 1 of Loathed Strange...
The Presser 24/25: Crawley Town (A) - EFL Cup
12 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Episode 719: JR and Joe Acklam of the Advertiser discuss the presser with Mark Kennedy ahead of the away trip to Scott Lindsey's Crawley in the EFL Cu...
Wright Thurr
09 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Episode 718: Conor and Dan are on to discuss an opening day draw at Chesterfield. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
The Presser 24/25: Chesterfield (A)
07 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Episode 717: JR and Joe Acklam of the Advertiser discuss the opening season presser with Mark Kennedy ahead of the opening game away to EFL returnees ...
Introducing: The Loathed Strangers Fanzine
04 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Episode 716: We proudly announce the launch of the new Loathed Strangers fanzine! For any queries then please reach out on either X or email loathedst...
24/25 Season Preview
01 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Episode 715: Dan and Terry reflect on the summer and the months ahead... Is it a season preview? Yeah, in places (I think) - WARNING: Contains mild pe...
24/25: Pre-Season Chat #11
28 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Episode 714: Max is on the pod to discuss Eastleigh, the squad and other bits... Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Moonraking with Morshead
25 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Episode 713: Sam Morshead is on to talk about The Moonraker plus Karachi and other bits. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more informat...
24/25: Pre-Season Chat #10
22 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Episode 712: Terry is on the pod to discuss trialists, John Bostock, Saidou Khan and the rest... Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more ...
24/25: A Pre-Season Mailbag
18 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Episode 711: The Venerable Abbott Dave is on the pod to help answer listener questions... Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more informa...
24/25: Pre-Season Chat #9
15 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Episode 710: Conor discusses international heartbreak for himself, Tom Heaton and Nestor Lorenzo. Plus Swansea City (a), trialists and Ricky Aguiar's ...
24/25: Pre-Season Chat #8
11 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Episode 709: Terry is on the pod to discuss the last week in Swindontownland. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
24/25: Swindon Supermarine 1-4 Swindon Town
07 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Episode 708: Dan is on the pod to discuss opening game of pre-season at Supermarine plus other bits and pieces... Hosted on Acast. See acast.com...
The Pre-Season Presser 24/25: Supermarine (A) & Hungerford (A)
04 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Episode 707: JR and Joe Acklam of the Advertiser discuss the press conference with head coach Mark Kennedy ahead of this week's pre-season away days a...
24/25: Pre-Season Chat #7
30 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Episode 706: JR returns to discuss a new signing, some new clubs for others and fixture updates. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more ...
24/25: Pre-Season Chat #6
26 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Episode 705: JR is on to discuss fixtures, transfers and hooligan pubs of Bristol. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Remembering Andy Rowland (1954-2024)
26 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Episode 704. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
24/25: Pre-Season Chat #5
20 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Episode 703: Pure filler with JR.EXCLUSIVE NordVPN Deal ➼ https://nordvpn.com/loathedstrangers Try it risk-free now with a 30-day money-ba...
24/25: Pre-Season Chat #4
16 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Episode 702: Dan is on the pod to discuss the recent signings and other football related stories within Swindontownland.EXCLUSIVE NordVPN Deal ➼ htt...
24/25: Pre-Season Chat #3
13 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Episode 701: Dan is on the pod to discuss the behind-the-scenes bits and pieces from the last week.EXCLUSIVE NordVPN Deal ➼ https://nordvpn.com/loat...
BONUS EPISODE 'When Football Began Again - Swindon Town 93/94'
09 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
BONUS EPISODE - 'When Football Began Again Episode 3 - Swindon Town 93/94'A guest upload from When Football Began Again - the podcast that takes a nos...
24/25: Pre-Season Chat #2
05 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Episode 700: Sam Morshead is on the pod to discuss The Moonraker and the summer so far within dear old Swindontownland.700 episodes? Time flies w...
24/25: Pre-Season Chat #1
02 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Episode 699: Max is on the pod to discuss Mark Kennedy, Ollie Clarke, the squad build and the rest.EXCLUSIVE NordVPN Deal ➼ https://nordvpn.com...
The Presser: Mark Kennedy
30 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Episode 698: JR and Joe Acklam of the Advertiser discuss the first press conference with new head coach Mark Kennedy.EXCLUSIVE NordVPN Deal ➼ https:...
Town Appoint Kennedy
29 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Episode 697: Conor is on the pod to discuss the initial reaction of the news that Mark Kennedy is the long awaited replacement for Michael Flynn. Furt...
23/24: Incinerated
26 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Episode 696: Conor is on the pod to throw the 2023/24 into the fire, once and for all. We discuss the worst moments from a terrible season! Fun!E...
Chicken.
23 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Episode 695: JR is on the pod to discuss the last week in Swindontownland.EXCLUSIVE NordVPN Deal ➼ https://nordvpn.com/loathedstrangers Tr...
Brighton Revisited
19 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Episode 694: Now here me out! It's the 20th anniversary of one of my all-time favourite seasons following Swindon Town. It just didn't end very w...
TrustSTFC & The Open Letter to Clem Morfuni
15 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Episode 693: TrustSTFC board member Tom Paris is on the pod to discuss the Trust penned open letter to Clem Morfuni (conclusion below):"We, as a Trust...
23/24: Nineteenth and All That (The Players)
12 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Episode 692: Andrew Hawes is back on the pod, as we start reviewing the 2023/24 season, to discuss the players who featured.EXCLUSIVE NordVPN Dea...
The Positivity Pod
09 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Episode 691: Andrew Hawes is on the pod to discuss those who deserve some credit for their hard work plus other tangents!EXCLUSIVE NordVPN Deal ➼...
LSPOD Awards (2024)
05 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Episode 690: The 6th Annual LSPOD End of Season Awards - Max is on to listen to Rich go through the heroes, zeroes and villains.EXCLUSIVE NordVPN Deal...