The Blue Room - Everton FC Podcast

Kick About - Homecoming

28 Oct 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Mark, Rob and Keith dissect the chaos of Saturday - we revisit the set up of a failing midfield, explore the opportunity that comes with mid-table med...

Instant Reaction - Everton 2-5 Watford

23 Oct 2021

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Weekend Preview - Watford

21 Oct 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Listen in full: https://bit.ly/3E6Citc Matt catches up with Adam Leventhal to look at Watford's start to the season, Claudio Ranieri, Ismaila Sarr an...

Kick About - The Good Stuff

21 Oct 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Rob is joined by Paddy to answer: What is the adjustment without Doucoure?  Is it Richarlison's time to shine?  How does the Everton-Yerry Mina con...

Instant Reaction - Everton 0-1 West Ham

17 Oct 2021

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Matt and Rob react to a tough day at Goodison Park. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Kick About - Light Snow

14 Oct 2021

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Rob is joined by Matt and Patric this week. The lads look at the Newcastle takeover, Everton's clash with West Ham and contrast different kinds of mo...

Kick About - Taste the Happy

08 Oct 2021

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Rob and Mark look back at an impressive showing at Old Trafford to round off a strong start to Rafael Benitez’s time at Everton.  We discuss the r...

Instant Reaction - United 1-1 Everton

02 Oct 2021

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Matt, Les and Rob react to a brilliant point for the Blues at Old Trafford. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Weekly - Tiptoeing

01 Oct 2021

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Matt, Warren and Les reflect on a bad week for former Everton managers, a good one for Idrissa Gueye and preview the Manchester United clash. Learn mo...

Kick About - Siege Mentality

30 Sep 2021

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Rob, Mark and Les focus on the positives of the limited squad size, a summary of Benitez's methods so far and a tentative look ahead to a tough fixtur...

Instant Reaction - Everton 2-0 Norwich

25 Sep 2021

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Kick About - Lost Boys

24 Sep 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Rob and Adam are on this week. The lads discuss James Rodriguez, the first wobble of the season and tough answers to questions about the squad. Learn...

Instant Reaction - QPR 2-2 (8-7 on penalties) Everton

21 Sep 2021

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Matt, Lyndon and Ben react to a dreadful performance in the League Cup. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Instant Reaction: Villa 3-0 Everton

18 Sep 2021

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

Kick About - Space Exploration

15 Sep 2021

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Rob, Keith and Mark handle the post-post match featuring Everton’s tactical dilemma, 10 minutes of mayhem and solving a non-problem like Lucas Digne...

Blue Room Breakfast - September 14

14 Sep 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Join us on Blue Room Extra: https://www.patreon.com/TheBlueRoomExtra Matt covers all the reaction to Monday's dramatic win over Burnley. Learn more a...

Kick About - Brady and Blackouts

11 Sep 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Matt joins Mark and Rob this week. The lads look at some of the other big sports news across the world, before turning attentions to the 3 p.m. black...

Weekend Preview - Burnley

10 Sep 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Listen in full: https://bit.ly/3nsNwDg Matt catches up with Natalie ahead of Monday's game. We reflect on the return of fans to Turf Moor, Burnley...

Weekly - Little Breads

09 Sep 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Matt is joined by Alan, Les and Sarah. We reflect on a tough start for Everton Women, bans for Brazilians and predict how James Rodriguez's second se...

Kick About - Numbers Game

04 Sep 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Mark and Rob reflect on the footballing and financial realities of the recent transfer window, the role of James Rodriguez going forward and Rob's lov...

Instant Reaction - Brighton 0-2 Everton

28 Aug 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Matt, Keith, Les and Rob react to a brilliant win on the south coast. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Weekend Preview - Brighton

27 Aug 2021

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Listen in full: https://www.patreon.com/posts/55399628 Matt looks ahead to Brighton with Jeremy Smith. We also get an update on what's going on with...

Instant Reaction - Huddersfield Town 1-2 Everton

24 Aug 2021

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Matt, Mark and Dave react to the win at Huddersfield. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Instant Reaction - Leeds 2-2 Everton

21 Aug 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Les is joined by Matt, Lyndon and Dave to reflect on a pulsating draw at Elland Road. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adcho...

Kick About - Club Calculus

19 Aug 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Mark and Rob are joined by Adam. And after a win at a full Goodison Park, there's minimal Snukker and power-washing chat. Instead there's love for t...

Weekend Preview - Leeds

19 Aug 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Listen in full: https://bit.ly/3z0W3QR Matt is joined by Phil Hay from The Athletic to preview the upcoming clash at Elland Road. Phil reflects on ...

Weekly - Shedding Skin

18 Aug 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Matt is joined by Les and Dave. We reflect on the win at the weekend, James Rodriguez's ongoing transfer saga, Sean Longstaff transfer speculation an...

Instant Reaction - Everton 3-1 Southampton

14 Aug 2021

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Matt, Dave, Paddy and Mark reflect on a brilliant day at Goodison Park. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Kick About Extra - Season Preview Interview w/Phil McNulty of BBC Sport

13 Aug 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Phil joined Rob to discuss a range of topics from a return to “normal”, the landscape of the PL, the ability of Everton to respond without much su...

Matt on SiriusXM FC

13 Aug 2021

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Matt speaks to Brian Dunseth and Charlie Davies on Sirius XM FC about Everton ahead of the new Premier League season. Learn more about your ad choices...

Kick About - 44 Inches of Leg

12 Aug 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Kate, Rob and Mark talk tailgate parties and the transition from transfer window to actual football. Has apathy turned to fear?  Also, more essentia...

Blue Room Breakfast - Everton Break Ground at Bramley Moore

10 Aug 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Everton Football Club has held a project commencement ceremony at Bramley-Moore Dock to mark the breaking of ground in the construction of a new £500...

Kick About - Leg Washing, Power Washing

05 Aug 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Adam joins Mark and Rob to talk returning to normality, James' future, the financial inequality of the league and Blue Room Olympics. There is also -...

Kick About - Not So Kean

30 Jul 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Mark gains insight from Lyndon on the matchday experience in Florida and Everton establishing a presence in the US, whilst resident fashionista Les re...

Everton vs. Millonarios Reaction w/ Jamie Ferguson

27 Jul 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Matt catches up with Jamie, who was in attendance in Florida to watch the Toffees, hang out with Tim Howard and see James Rodriguez kick a ball in a r...

Demarai Gray: Special Podcast

22 Jul 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Listen in full: https://bit.ly/3eJIhdr Matt speaks to Pete Selby from the For Fox Sake podcast about what Everton are getting from their new signin...

Kick About - Escaping the Madness

22 Jul 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Rob and Mark are joined by Rob's latest Twitter followee Adam Sutton to talk Fast & Furious, bluenose horses, new signings, pre-season turmoil and we ...

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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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...