The Blue Room - Everton FC Podcast

Transfer Show - Squad Churning

20 Jul 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Matt and Rob pick through the latest transfer stories, seeking to offer a positive slant on the potential acquisitions of Andros Townsend and Demarai ...

HLTCO on Andros Townsend

19 Jul 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Listen in full here: https://bit.ly/3kMBDqP Dan from HLTCO tells us what to expect from Andros Townsend, who looks set to join Everton on a free tran...

Weekly - Bunking Off

15 Jul 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Matt is joined by Adam and Les. We look forward to being back at Goodison, talk about Jordan Pickford's homecoming gear and discuss tactics for bunk...

Kick About - Dance Now, Rob

13 Jul 2021

Contributed by Lukas

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Kick About - Dangerously Relevant Podcast

02 Jul 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Rob and Mark reflect on a busy week for the Toffees as Benitez eyes squad assembly, player sales edge closer and we prepare for the end of Goodison Pa...

Rafael Benitez Confirmed: Instant Reaction

30 Jun 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Matt, Dave and Rob react as Rafael Benitez is confirmed as the Everton manager. Want a little more from us? Try The Blue Room Extra for more than 20 ...

Johnnie Garside on Everton in the Community, Men's Mental Health

28 Jun 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Ben speaks to Everton in the Community's health and wellbeing manager Johnnie Garside about the work done by the organisation and men's mental health....

Steve Hothersall on Rafael Benitez

25 Jun 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Listen in full here: https://bit.ly/3h36H1O Matt speaks to Merseyside football broadcaster and commentator Steve Hothersall to get more insight on Be...

Weekly - Apathy or Anger?

24 Jun 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Matt is joined by Lyndon, Adam and Mick this week. We discuss Jordan Pickford's strong performances for England at the European Championships and a...

Kick About - Different Brand of Bad

24 Jun 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Rob and Mark on the structural chaos at Everton, rolling the dice with Rafael Benitez, the danger of apathy and sparing a thought for a once-loved Eve...

Kristan Heneage on Rafael Benitez

23 Jun 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Listen in full here: https://bit.ly/35N4Adu Matt chats to Kris, a football journalist and Newcastle United fan, about what Evertonians can expect fro...

Kick About - Holy Lake

16 Jun 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Mark and Rob are joined by Les to reflect on the Euros so far, Graham Potter taking us to xG glory and with the fixtures out - we pinpoint where Evert...

Lynsey Hooper on Nuno Santo

14 Jun 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Listen in full here: https://bit.ly/3xmrtjC Matt speaks to football journalist, broadcaster and Wolves supporter Lynsey Hooper about Everton's potent...

Weekly - Group Hug

10 Jun 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Matt and Dave have a chat about the latest wild Everton rumours, along with the upcoming European Championships. Learn more about your ad choices. Vis...

Kick About - The Waiting Game

09 Jun 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Rob me and Adam on the ongoing pursuit of a new man in charge, the “punishment” aimed at the ESL clubs and a look ahead to the start of Euro 2020....

David Preece on Jordan Pickford: Interview

08 Jun 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Listen in full: https://bit.ly/3cn2ODt Matt catches up with former goalkeeper, coach and analyst David Preece to assess what has been an eventful sea...

Kick About - No Correct Answers

04 Jun 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Rob and Mark reflect on 18 months under Ancelotti, potential further outgoings, the spotlight on Marcel Brands’ role and the deja vu of it all. Lear...

Weekly - Count the Iron Men

03 Jun 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Sponsored by Pitch Football: Matt is joined by Sarah and Lyndon this week, as we pick the bones out of what has been a staggering week for Everton. ...

Professor Chris Brady on Carlo Ancelotti

02 Jun 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Listen in full here: https://bit.ly/3ib7boJ Matt catches up with Professor Christopher Brady, the co-author of Carlo Ancelotti’s Quiet Leadership b...

Carlo Ancelotti Leaves Everton: Special Podcast

01 Jun 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Matt, Mike and Dave react as Ancelotti leaves Everton for Real Madrid. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Kick About - Football Puberty

28 May 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Matt joins Rob and Mark for Kick About this week to answer three key questions... How did Carlo Ancelotti do this season? Who was the team’s bigges...

Weekly - Virtual Mascot

26 May 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Matt is joined by Mike and Adam. We gauge frustration levels at James Rodriguez, look at reasons why Everton's season unravelled and praise a strong...

Instant Reaction - City 5-0 Everton

23 May 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Matt, Rob and Lyndon react, as Everton's season ends in dismal fashion at the Etihad Stadium. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.c...

Weekend Preview - Manchester City

21 May 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Listen in full here: https://bit.ly/3fGCeGm Matt speaks to Dave Mooney about our final game of the Premier League season, away at champions Mancheste...

Weekly - All About Perception

20 May 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Sponsored by Pitch Football: Matt is joined by Ben and Patric. We discuss the win over Wolves, fans being back in Goodison Park and James Rodriguez...

Instant Reaction - Everton 1-0 Wolves

19 May 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Matt and Mike react as Everton win 1-0 at a sort-of full Goodison Park. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Instant Reaction: Everton 0-1 Sheffield United

16 May 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Matt, Mat and Mike react to another dismal day for Everton at Goodison Park. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Weekend Preview - Sheffield United

15 May 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Listen in full here: https://bit.ly/3yc3GnI Matt speaks to Richard Sutcliffe from The Athletic ahead of our clash with Sheffield United on Sunday. ...

Instant Reaction - Villa 0-0 Everton

13 May 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Matt and Mark react to the draw at Villa Park. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Kick About - A Hard 60

12 May 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Mark and Rob are joined by Hannah for the latest edition of Kick About. We discuss DCL and Everton dads, the dynamics of players being themselves wit...

Subs' Weekly - Dog Chasing a Ball

11 May 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Listen in full here: https://bit.ly/3uH45fD Matt is joined by Dave and Adam this week. We reflect on some of the standout performers at West Ham a...

Instant Reaction: West Ham 0-1 Everton

09 May 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Matt, Nick and Mark react as the Toffees grab an 11th win on the road this season. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoice...

Weekend Preview - West Ham

07 May 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Listen in full: https://bit.ly/3tm0276 Matt catches up with Jacob Steinberg from the Guardian ahead of the clash with West Ham this weekend. Learn mo...

Kick About - Time to Govern

06 May 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Rob and Mark on the return on live music in Liverpool, fall out from events at Old Trafford and an opportunity for bravery in Everton's summer transfe...

Weekly - Deference to Experience

05 May 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Sponsored by Pitch Football: Matt is joined by Lyndon, Mick and Alan this week. We look back at the Villa loss, assess the defensive options ahead of...

Subs' Weekly - My First Haircut

05 May 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Listen in full here: https://t.co/QmDWGQ4Sb8?amp=1 Sue Smith, Dave and Carl join Matt this week to reflect on an eventful weekend of football.    W...

Instant Reaction: Everton 1-2 Villa

01 May 2021

Contributed by Lukas

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Weekly - Odd Socks

29 Apr 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Matt is joined by Paul, Connor and Dave this week.   We look at a big week for the Blues and ask some important questions ahead of the game with Asto...

Weekend Preview - Aston Villa

29 Apr 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Matt catches up with Sam Tighe for a chat about Aston Villa ahead of this weekend's clash with Aston Villa. We discuss the season overall, the lack o...

Kick About - Lost in Translation

29 Apr 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Rob, Mark and KRJ are back talking favourite cities, the gin craze, the power of travel and of course a look back at Everton’s continuing domination...

Andy Burnham on the Super League, 'Reclaim Our Game' and the Toffees

25 Apr 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Matt speaks to Labour Mayor for Greater Manchester Andy Burnham about a wild week in football. Andy tells us about the campaign launched by himself a...

Instant Reaction - Arsenal 0-1 Everton

23 Apr 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Matt, Mark and Nick react as Everton get their first win at Arsenal since 1995. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Weekly - Water off the Ship

22 Apr 2021

Contributed by Lukas

There's plenty to discuss for Matt, Hannah, Dave and Adam. We discuss the Super League's collapse, Marcel Brands' new deal and an actual football mat...

Weekend Preview - Arsenal

22 Apr 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Listen in full: https://bit.ly/3dGVMdR Matt is joined by James Benge from CBS to have a chat about Arsenal ahead of this Friday's game. We discu...

Kick About - Head Still Spinning

21 Apr 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Matt joins Rob and Mark this week to reflect on a wild week in the football world, as the European Super League started and swiftly folded in on itsel...

Instant Reaction - Everton 2-2 Tottenham

16 Apr 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Matt, Mark and Ryan reflect on a good performance but a frustrating result against Tottenham. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.c...

Kick About - Blues in Leotards

16 Apr 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Matt and Paddy join Mark in person this week. We discuss travel, a former Toffee in Idrissa Gueye and an on-loan one in Moise Kean. There's also a f...

Weekly - Mistaken Identity

15 Apr 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Matt is joined by Dave and Warren this week. We look at the Max Aarons transfer rumours and whether or not he'd be a good acquisition in the summer...

Subs' Weekly - Unravelling

14 Apr 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Listen in full here: https://www.patreon.com/posts/50036423 Matt is joined by David Hughes from the Analysing Everton podcast this week. We look a...

Instant Reaction - Brighton 0-0 Everton

12 Apr 2021

Contributed by Lukas

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Weekly - Classic Turnaround

09 Apr 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Matt, Dave and Alan are on this week's show. We discuss the racism controversy in Spanish football and check in with Ronald Koeman's Barcelona ahead ...

Kick About - The Grand Masters

09 Apr 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Jack joins Rob and Mark for all the build up from Augusta and Aintree,  sporting bucket lists and more post-Palace thoughts.  Are we 5 points off f...

Subs' Weekly - Expected Gloves (Preview)

08 Apr 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Full show available here: https://t.co/EkpPXgrXts?amp=1 Matt is joined by Paddy, Patric and (eventually) Dave this week. The lads look at the issues...

Instant Reaction - Everton 1-1 Crystal Palace

05 Apr 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Matt and Mark react to the home draw with Crystal Palace. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Kick About - Ashes to Ashes

01 Apr 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Rob and Mark are joined by Mike this week. The lads discuss important issues like rum, not wearing socks, the Europa Conference, the twilight of Goo...

Weekend Preview - Crystal Palace w/ HLTCO

01 Apr 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Listen in full here: https://bit.ly/3m9qG0W Matt is joined by Dan from HLTCO to discuss Monday’s opponents in the Premier League. We reflect on ...

Weekly - Screaming Back

31 Mar 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Matt is joined by Adam J and Dave this week. We cover a variety of topics during this international break, including the stadium news, the possible E...

Kick About - Blue Table Talk

26 Mar 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Rob and Mark are joined by Kate and Hannah this week. Final say on City, Ben Godfrey's immaculate hairline and the challenge's faced by women today: ...

Weekly - Bigger Stage

25 Mar 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Sponsored by Pitch Football: Matt is joined by Sarah and Pete this week. We discuss the WSL’s new broadcasting deal, the fortunes of Everton Wome...

Subs' Weekly - Robot Names (Preview)

23 Mar 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Listen in full here: https://bit.ly/3rf22Np Matt is joined by Paddy and Dave.    We look back at City, before assessing an eventful first season ...

Instant Reaction - Everton 0-2 Manchester City

20 Mar 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Matt, Rob and Dave react to the disappointing loss to City in the FA Cup quarter-final. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adc...

Weekly - Planters

19 Mar 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Matt is joined by Mike and Les to reflect on the latest Everton news, preview the Manchester City FA Cup clash and answer your questions. Learn more a...

Kick About - A Very Special Episode

18 Mar 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Rob and Mark are back again this week. We talk St. Paddy’s Day, a big Kick About announcement, Europe and the missing pieces. Learn more about your...

Instant Reaction - Everton 1-2 Burnley

13 Mar 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Matt, Mark and Dave react to yet another disappointing display from Everton at Goodison Park, following a 2-1 loss to Burnley. Learn more about your a...

Weekend Preview - Burnley

12 Mar 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Listen in full here: https://bit.ly/3rIGJES Matt is joined by Natalie Bromley from the No Nay Never podcast. We discuss the new takeover at Burnle...

Weekly - Third Incarnation

11 Mar 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Matt, Mike, Dave and Adam get stuck into the big Everton topics of the week and preview the upcoming clash with Burnley. There's also a chat about Al...

Kick About - The Royal We

11 Mar 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Mark joins Rob this week to talk about taking breaks, our obsession with conflicts, Chelsea and how we feel about Europe. There's also a chat about t...

Instant Reaction - Chelsea 2-0 Everton

08 Mar 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Matt, Dave, Rob and Lyndon react to a disappointing night in the capital for Everton. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adcho...

Monday Preview - Chelsea

07 Mar 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Listen in full here: https://bit.ly/3v2fXtj Matt speaks to The Athletic's Liam Twomey about Chelsea's intriguing season. We discuss Frank Lampard's...

Weekly - Back of the Shin

05 Mar 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Matt is joined by Mike, Keith and Warren for a rare Friday Weekly. We discuss West Brom, what's in store for Everton in the months to come and how ...

Instant Reaction - West Brom 0-1 Everton

04 Mar 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Matt, Dave and Mark react to Everton's gritty 1-0 win over West Brom. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Midweek Preview - West Brom

03 Mar 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Listen in full here: https://bit.ly/3qhlicy Matt is joined by ITV News' Daniel Hewitt for a chat about West Bromwich Albion ahead of Thursday's gam...

Instant Reaction - Everton 1-0 Southampton

01 Mar 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Matt, Rob and Mark react to Everton's gritty 1-0 win over Southampton in the Premier League. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.co...

Kick About - Still Processing

25 Feb 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Rob is joined by Hannah and Les for an unsurprisingly upbeat Kick About. We discuss shirts and body insecurity, the derby, the practice of processing...

Weekly - A Bet is a Bet

24 Feb 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Matt is joined by Sarah, Dave and Paddy this week.    We reflect on another big day for the Toffees, as Lucas Digne's contract extension was confirm...

Subs' Weekly - What About the Bats?

23 Feb 2021

Contributed by Lukas

For the full show click here: https://bit.ly/3buBySk Matt is joined by Lyndon, Mike and Adam to reflect on a truly magnificent last few days for Ev...

Blue Monday - February 22

22 Feb 2021

Contributed by Lukas

The audio from our YouTube show, as Matt and Les continue to rejoice in the post-derby glow. Watch here: https://youtu.be/ZodZydaQtv0 Want a little ...

Instant Reaction - Liverpool 0-2 Everton

20 Feb 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Everton won at Anfield. Matt, Dave, Mark and Rob reacted. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Matt on SiriusXM FC

20 Feb 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Matt speaks to Brian Dunseth and Tony Meola on SiriusXM FC's Counter Attack show before the Merseyside derby. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit ...

Weekly - Snow Diving

18 Feb 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Matt is joined by Sarah, Rob and Les for the Weekly. We discuss Marcel Brands' new contract, before getting into a heated debate about Moise Kean an...

Weekend Preview - Liverpool

18 Feb 2021

Contributed by Lukas

For the full show click here: https://bit.ly/3jYIdIe Matt previews the upcoming Merseyside derby with Henry Jackson from This Is Anfield. We discuss...

Instant Reaction - Everton 1-3 Manchester City

17 Feb 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Matt, Dave and Mark react to Everton's 3-1 loss to Manchester City in the Premier League. Want a little more from us? Try The Blue Room Extra for mo...

Instant Reaction - Everton 0-2 Fulham

14 Feb 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Matt, Rob, Mark and Lyndon react to the shambolic loss to Fulham at Goodison. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Kick About - What a Hangover

12 Feb 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Rob is joined by Mike and Ben this week. The lads speak about the Spurs match, what we do in the absence of DCL, what is success for Tom Davies and w...

Weekly - Give Us An Ego

11 Feb 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Sponsored by Pitch Football: Matt is joined by Alan, Paul and debutant Phill Hayward to pick through an incredible game at Goodison Park. We rattle...

Weekend Preview - Fulham

11 Feb 2021

Contributed by Lukas

For the full show click here: https://bit.ly/3aVEgzN Dave is joined by Sammy James from the Fulhamish podcast to preview Sunday's clash between the t...

Instant Reaction - Everton 5-4 Spurs (AET)

11 Feb 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Matt, Rob, Mark and Adam S react to a wild game at Goodison Park, as Everton eventually overcame Tottenham in the FA Cup. Learn more about your ad cho...

Long Con - January 9

09 Feb 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Rob is joined by journalist and friend Joe Wertz to talk about his Spurs fandom, how he came to be a fan of the club, being a fan in America, Jose Mou...

Midweek Preview - Spurs

09 Feb 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Listen in full here: https://bit.ly/3jFwuht Matt is joined by Flav from the Love The Shirt podcast to preview the contest with Tottenham Hotspur in...

Instant Reaction - Manchester United 3-3 Everton

06 Feb 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Matt, Dave, Lyndon and Mark react to a wild 3-3 draw at Manchester United, with Dominic Calvert-Lewin's stoppage-time equaliser giving Everton a valua...

Kick About - The Chicken of English

05 Feb 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Rob, Ryan and Hannah converge from their various corners of the planet to bring you the latest Kick About. We discuss the rescheduled City match and ...

Weekend Preview - Manchester United

05 Feb 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Listen in full here: https://bit.ly/3jroBvZ Matt is joined by Rob Blanchette from the Masterclass podcast to preview Saturday's game. We asses U...

Weekly - Build-a-Ben

04 Feb 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Matt, Mike, Jake and Sarah reflect on a big night for the Toffees at Elland Road, with Ben Godfrey and Abdoulaye Doucoure coming in for special praise...

Instant Reaction: Leeds 1-2 Everton

03 Feb 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Matt, Rob, Dave and Mark reflect on another away win for the Toffees on the road, as they beat Leeds United 2-1 at Elland Road. Want a little more...

Midweek Preview - Leeds

02 Feb 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Listen in full here: https://bit.ly/2MlyLlU Matt is joined by Phil Hay of The Athletic to preview Everton's clash with Leeds United. We discuss the...

Blue Room Breakfast - February 2

02 Feb 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Matt is joined by Rob to reflect on a busy night Deadline Day for Everton, with Josh King arriving on a short-term deal from Bournemouth. We also di...

Instant Reaction: Everton 0-2 Newcastle

30 Jan 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Matt is joined by Mike and Rob to reflect on a dismal loss to Newcastle United in the Premier League. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastc...

Kick About - January 29

29 Jan 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Mark joins Rob on the latest edition of Kick About. The lads look at ALL of the football, Ancelotti's revolution at Everton, Jordan Pickford and the ...

Weekly - Gomesh, Sorry?

28 Jan 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Matt is joined by Adam Sutton and Alan Feehely for this Weekly. We discuss the latest transfer news, the draw with Leicester and look ahead to some ...

Weekend Preview - Newcastle

28 Jan 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Listen in full: https://bit.ly/3cqmIOR Matt speaks to Kris Heneage to get some insight into a tumultuous campaign for Newcastle United. Kris tells...