The Square Ball: Leeds United Podcast
Episodes
The Match Ball: Stoke City (H) | Carabao Cup 2
27 Aug 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Full time reaction after Leeds went out of the Carabao Cup Second Round on penalties to Stoke City. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more in...
The Match Ball: Stoke City (A) | EFL Championship
24 Aug 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Immediate reaction from the Potteries - including bonus seagulls and rats - as Leeds United defeat Stoke City 3-0 at the Bet365 Stadium. Hosted on Aca...
The Match Ball: Brentford (H) | EFL Championship
21 Aug 2019
Contributed by Lukas
It's the return of Pontus Jansson to ER and it's another three points for the Mighty Whites, who return to the top of the Championship table. Here are...
#144: Phil Hay
21 Aug 2019
Contributed by Lukas
We're joined by Phil Hay from theathletic.co.uk who tells us what we've learned so far this season and looks ahead to the return of Pontus Jansson in ...
The Match Ball: Wigan Athletic (A) | EFL Championship
17 Aug 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Two goals from Patrick Bamford means Leeds defeat Wigan 2-0 at the DW Stadium. It's 7 points out of 9 and Leeds United are top of the league and undef...
#143: Thankles
14 Aug 2019
Contributed by Lukas
We're unbeaten in the league and it's making us cocky! It's onwards with Eddie to plucky little Salford, followed by the famous Pie Barm Pearce derby ...
Bonus: 100 Years of Leeds United • 1919-2019 - Money, Leeds & Self Destruction
13 Aug 2019
Contributed by Lukas
To celebrate the launch of Daniel Chapman's book (better known as Moscowhite), we chat to Moscow about three themes that have run throughout the club'...
The Match Ball: Nottingham Forest (H) | EFL Championship
10 Aug 2019
Contributed by Lukas
The full time whistle has gone in the first home game of the season at Elland Road and it finished Leeds United 1-1 Nottingham Forest. Here's our imme...
#142: Tactically Advanced Soccer Cats
09 Aug 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Leeds United have a 100% record in the Championship and that's the way it'll stay! Who'd bet against it? Certainly not Kiko and Pat, with their huge c...
The Match Ball: Bristol City (A) | EFL Championship
04 Aug 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Post match reaction following United's 3-1 opening day win at Ashton Gate. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
#141: Meat Voucher
02 Aug 2019
Contributed by Lukas
It's the eve of the centenary season and optimism is running high on the podcast, but will it last? It's Bristol City up first, who have recently sold...
Bonus: Graham Smyth | Season Preview
30 Jul 2019
Contributed by Lukas
We go to meet the YEP's new Chief Football Writer, Graham Smyth, and find out about him and his thoughts on Leeds United. We learn who he supports, hi...
#140: Pigeon & Chicken
24 Jul 2019
Contributed by Lukas
United return from Australia following some Pablo magic, to a surprise friendly! The god rod is offshore, but will it soon be swimming in lager? It's ...
#139: South Seas
17 Jul 2019
Contributed by Lukas
The friendlies are underway and the Peacocks are flying to Australia. Alioski was sensibly left behind, because who'd want to be sat in the chair in f...
#138: Honeymoon
10 Jul 2019
Contributed by Lukas
We've had Costa delivered but Pontus will be looking for his honey, honey with the Bees. We have a kit - but is it any good? - and finally we have som...
#137: Jack Quark
03 Jul 2019
Contributed by Lukas
The 2019-2020 season is officially underway and the first signings have arrived. We've got a pair of Jacks - who look very familiar - as we await the ...
#136: Monobrow
25 Jun 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Still no signings at Elland Road, but we've got a social media follow and that's what we're clinging onto for now, especially as it looks like Jack Cl...
#135: Angle Grinder
18 Jun 2019
Contributed by Lukas
In the absence of pretty much anything football-related to talk about, we're left with idle transfer gossip, shambolic accents and red hot supermarket...
#134: Iberian Pie Shop
11 Jun 2019
Contributed by Lukas
The close season continues but Leeds United does not sleep. We're being linked with all the wingers and the thought of so many wide men provokes some ...
#133: In A Dress
04 Jun 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Rumours of Qatari investment bring uncertainty, but we know that Bielsa is staying for another season and another year of beauty awaits - and lots of ...
#132: Phil Hay
28 May 2019
Contributed by Lukas
We're joined by the YEP's Chief Football Writer, Phil Hay, to discuss everything Leeds United: Qatar, transfers in and out, offering Bielsa a lift, th...
#131: Destroy 2,000 Years of Culture
21 May 2019
Contributed by Lukas
The season's over but we're not done! Not with fingers to point and shade to throw in the general direction of Frank Lampard and his coterie. We ask: ...
BONUS: Griefcast
15 May 2019
Contributed by Lukas
You know what happened. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
#130: Taco Bill
15 May 2019
Contributed by Lukas
It's the playoff semi-final and the penalty that never was. And the VAR that doesn't exist. And the red cards that never were. And entirely routine th...
#129: Christa Ackroyd
08 May 2019
Contributed by Lukas
The season came to a withering climax at Ipswich, but it's onwards to the playoffs and another meeting with Frank Lampard's Derby County. Hopes are (m...
#128: I'm Her Real Dad
01 May 2019
Contributed by Lukas
It's anarchy at Elland Road as the season draws to a close. Attwell, Bamford, Grealish, Klich, Terry, Smith, Bielsa and Jansson! And somehow Berardi e...
#127: Silence of the Pigs
24 Apr 2019
Contributed by Lukas
How do you follow an Easter weekend like the one presented to us by Leeds United? You swear, you lash out, you're even pettier than normal. But among ...
#126: Woodlice In The Car Park
14 Apr 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Recorded, straight after the Wednesday victory, this podcast is an adrenaline fuelled celebration of all that is good and great about the club. Promot...
#125: Plain Naan
09 Apr 2019
Contributed by Lukas
We got Monked, but now we're relying on Garry (with two Rs) to do us a favour against the Blades. We hope Pat Bamford will find his shooting boots for...
#124: Shaking The Last Drops
03 Apr 2019
Contributed by Lukas
It's been a glorious weekend as United move back into the top two, Neil Harris's Millwall were sent swimming away and a perplexed Colin stood silently...
#123: Gumming On A Pringle
27 Mar 2019
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode we demonstrate our extensive geographical knowledge. Or is it a load of Balkans? Gjanni has been upsetting people and staying onside, ...
Bonus: The Extra Ball #001
24 Mar 2019
Contributed by Lukas
The first episode of The Extra Ball goes right back to the start, examining the strange Batesian universe we occupied when The Square Ball podcast lau...
#122: Punching A Few Kids
20 Mar 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Tough times abound heading into the international break, following defeat to the Blades, but we're in a bullish mood as we face down the last eight ha...
#121: Lovely Day
12 Mar 2019
Contributed by Lukas
With Bristol suitably processed at the weekend, Lee Johnson seems to have more chips than a potato. The terrifying prospect of promotion looms large, ...
#120: Cross Eyed Lion
06 Mar 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Has the glorious demolition of WBA injected new optimism into the podcast as we head to Bristol? Either way, Gjanni Alioski keeps on being Gjanni Alio...
Coming Soon - The Extra Ball
28 Feb 2019
Contributed by Lukas
We're starting something new and we'd love you to be part of it! The Extra Ball is a new podcast from TSB featuring you! Send your question via a voic...
#119: Raised By Dogs
25 Feb 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Another win was secured against Bolton with a precision finish from Gjanni Alioski, but not before we'd seen a couple of squabbles; one involving Prin...
#118: Zumba Instructor
20 Feb 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Shaun Harvey is slithering out of the EFL, but not before he's fined us £200,000 for doing a spot of light gardening. Meanwhile, the Peacocks defeate...
#117: Throwing Salt
12 Feb 2019
Contributed by Lukas
The season enters its final third and there's a lot at stake: the Daniel James Shield, points against Swansea and a place in the Premier League. But d...
#116: Strings For Patrick
06 Feb 2019
Contributed by Lukas
After the Norwich defeat and missing out on Dan James, it's been a tough week, but at least Pat Bamford is back and ready to add another string to our...
#115: Wibbling Thighs
30 Jan 2019
Contributed by Lukas
The stars aligned perfectly as Leeds beat Rotherham on the day Steve Evans was fired. Will things Klich into place with Daniel James as the transfer w...
#114: Honking Goose
23 Jan 2019
Contributed by Lukas
We're tired of Spygate, but it won't stop the childish finger pointing. With unlikely allies, we're ready to go to war with Pontus and head up the Sal...
#113: Cheers, Son's Crying
16 Jan 2019
Contributed by Lukas
This one has it all: Spygate, Frank Lampard's Derby County, Neil Warnock, Frankie Box & the fate of the universe. ¡Leeds Carajo! Hosted on Acast....
#112: Can't Cry, Won't Cry
08 Jan 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Two defeats means the podcast returns to familiar scapegoating territory. And who better to pick on than a bunch of children? The transfer window is o...
#111: Monkey Glands
30 Dec 2018
Contributed by Lukas
Adkins ruined our Christmas fun, but Leeds are still top after two festive miracles. 2019 beckons, but can we face up to a genuine promotion push or s...
#110: Feliz Navidad
19 Dec 2018
Contributed by Lukas
As we head to Christmas, the winning streak continues at Bolton. Don Pablo deals megs for Polite Pat. It's adios to our Spanish prince as Samu heads h...
#109: Me Mam's Cooking
12 Dec 2018
Contributed by Lukas
It's four on the bounce and Leeds are unstoppable. We even get penalties these days. There are reflections on the QPR win and a look ahead to the Bolt...
#108: Dandelion & Burdock
06 Dec 2018
Contributed by Lukas
It's maximum points from the last three games and things are looking great, despite the terrible injury crisis and awful referees. There's a birthday ...
#107: Straight Outta Beeston
29 Nov 2018
Contributed by Lukas
After Reading, TSB goes straight from stadium to studio to celebrate BPF's glorious save and six well-deserved points in the bag - even if Lee Johnson...
#106: Don't Call It A Comeback
20 Nov 2018
Contributed by Lukas
Reboots are all the fashion these days, so after something of a hiatus the podcast returns to ride the wave of Bielsa-inspired positivity. It's a time...
#105: Total Saiz of The Heart
01 Mar 2018
Contributed by Lukas
After four games of The Paul Era, Moscowhite, Michael Normanton and Rob Conlon (Andy P was missing) return to The Square Ball Podcast to discuss wheth...
#104: The Paul Era
07 Feb 2018
Contributed by Lukas
Another quiet week at Leeds United Football Club brings The Square Ball Podcast team back to ponder why we ever came back in the first place, and whet...
#103 Part 2: No Logo
28 Jan 2018
Contributed by Lukas
In part two of The Square Ball podcast #103, Moscowhite, Michael Normanton, Andy P and Rob Conlon face up to the darkest hours in the history of LUAFC...
#103 Part 1: The Comeback King
27 Jan 2018
Contributed by Lukas
They said he should never play again; they said Leeds couldn't come back from two goals down; they said Leeds couldn't keep eleven players on the pitc...
#102: A.A.
11 Jan 2018
Contributed by Lukas
Part two of the 102nd episode of The Square Ball Podcast, in which Moscowhite, Michael Normanton, Rob Conlon and Andy P discuss the season so far, not...
#102: Pablo Honey
10 Jan 2018
Contributed by Lukas
The Square Ball Podcast returns, with a two-parter, because there's a lot to fit in and we go on a bit. In part one we talk about the last three month...
#101: Curse of The Milk Baby
30 Oct 2017
Contributed by Lukas
The Square Ball Podcast returns, with an episode recorded just after Leeds United's brilliant win over Bristol City — and with no hint of the horror...
#100: The Toilets at Popworld (Part 1 of 2)
26 Sep 2017
Contributed by Lukas
The podcast returns for the 2017-18 season with a two-parter. It tackles all the important issues: bicycle festivals, the toilets at Popworld and the ...
#99: Engineering & Transmissions
02 Oct 2016
Contributed by Lukas
We're on a winning run and the gears are all turning smoothly, but will the Telegraph sting on Massimo throw a spanner in the works? Meanwhile, Pontus...
#98: Free Tickets To Nothing
17 Sep 2016
Contributed by Lukas
Two victories in a week! We comprehensively smash Blackburn and GFH are finally shown the door. The lads wonder if the tide could be turning at Elland...
#97 (Part 2): Judge Judy
05 Sep 2016
Contributed by Lukas
Part 2 of this mammoth 97th podcast sees the boys tackle the summer's outgoings and dissect the reaction to Charlie Taylor's impending departure. Ther...
#97 (Part 1): Tell It To My Heart
03 Sep 2016
Contributed by Lukas
We're sorry. We're ever so sorry. We just lost track of time. The boys sheepishly return after quite a long break from podcasting. Thankfully, all is ...
#96: Barmy Steve's Sarnie Army
10 Nov 2015
Contributed by Lukas
Last time out the pod was full of confident talk of a future under Rosler and Pearson. Naturally, they're gone, replaced by Steve Evans and, er, nobod...
The Long Ball #1: Leeds Fans Utd
09 Nov 2015
Contributed by Lukas
In the first episode of our new long form spinoff podcast, The Long Ball, we talk to Dylan Thwaites and Sharon Reid from Leeds Fans Utd about the club...
#95: Very Naughty Boy
11 Sep 2015
Contributed by Lukas
The pod speaks to Adam Pope of BBC Radio Leeds to get his thoughts on his favourite things of the season so far, plus what it's like to work with Noel...
#94: Two Ton Tessie
18 Aug 2015
Contributed by Lukas
The season is underway so the pod runs the rule over the new boys in the squad and comes up with an interesting theory about Sam Byram's form. Moscow'...
#93: Wispy Wingers
07 Aug 2015
Contributed by Lukas
The pod makes a triumphant return for the new season but rest assured that the same old nonsense is rife throughout. There's a reflection on preseason...
#92: Cellino of the Year
03 Aug 2015
Contributed by Lukas
The podcast returns to wrap up all the nonsense from last season. It thanks the scorned Redders and welcomes Uwe Rosler as the next watermelon, but wi...
#91: Evil Men Have Beards
24 Apr 2015
Contributed by Lukas
It's been another fortnight of unbridled chaos at Leeds United, and the pod does its best to make sense of the madness. It's not easy though, as Mosco...
#90: Drone Strike (9th Apr 2015)
11 Apr 2015
Contributed by Lukas
It was all going so well. Too well. Of course, it was never going to last. How dare Steve Thompson swear/insult a man bag/underperform/kick a child a ...
#89: Bring Back The Cat (17th Mar 2015)
20 Mar 2015
Contributed by Lukas
It's been a while, but the pod in new surroundings. Lots has happened since the last one, including the blistering run of form that has seen United mo...
#88: Unbreakable (12th Dec 2014)
21 Dec 2014
Contributed by Lukas
We did it! No, we're not referring to those three magnificent points against Derby, we're talking about the FSF awards. Did we mention...? Oh we did.....
#87: Break A Leg, Darling (28th Nov 2014)
29 Nov 2014
Contributed by Lukas
After Luke Varney's incredible piece of acting on Saturday, the pod reconvenes to celebrate everything theatrical. There's David Haigh's tearful perfo...
#86: Great Bunch Of Lads (7th Nov 2014)
12 Nov 2014
Contributed by Lukas
The podcast reconvenes - still minus Oddy - to celebrate Redders' turn in the Elland Road dugout. Again. Or is it really Carlo Mazzone? Meanwhile, Red...
#85: Mystic Moscow (24th Oct 2014)
27 Oct 2014
Contributed by Lukas
Recorded ahead of the Wolves game, Moscowhite is freakishly accurate about Darko Milanic's future prospects at Leeds United, as he predicts that the S...
#84: David Batty's Steam Train (9th Oct 2014)
09 Oct 2014
Contributed by Lukas
Huddersfield are having dog trouble but there's no such issue for Massimo at Brentford, as his arrives safely in a bread bun. The pod tackles the burn...
#83: Top Hat & Tails (19th Sep 2014)
20 Sep 2014
Contributed by Lukas
There's still no head coach, but it appears we're better without one as Redders' troops start to gather some momentum on their march with a hard fough...
#82 (Part 2 of 2): Village Aunties (6th Sep 2014)
07 Sep 2014
Contributed by Lukas
The podcast has a chat with Phil Hay of the YEP and gets his verdict on the short-lived Hockaday era. Phil also runs through his likely successor in t...
#81 (Part 1 of 2): Floundering Giraffe (5th Sep 2014)
06 Sep 2014
Contributed by Lukas
The season is just about underway but it's all over for David "Pressure" Hockaday. The pod reflects on the beginning, middle and the end of The Hock's...
#80 (Part 2 of 2): Sometimes Always Never (7th Aug 2014)
07 Aug 2014
Contributed by Lukas
This is part two of the pre-season pair of pods. This time it's all about looking forward: new owner, new mana... - sorry - coach, new players, new st...
#79 (Part 1 of 2): Round The U-Bend (6th Aug 2014)
06 Aug 2014
Contributed by Lukas
It's part one of a pre-season double header. In this edition of the podcast the lads look back at a season that proved memorable for all the wrong rea...
#78: Enemy of the State (25th Apr 2014)
02 May 2014
Contributed by Lukas
As we haven't been on Sky's cameras enough during this pitiful season, it turns out somebody at Leeds United wanted a closer look at the club. Meanwhi...
#77: After The Madness (11th Apr 2014)
16 Apr 2014
Contributed by Lukas
Where to begin? Late night phone calls. Ken's retro comeback. £35m. Michael Herpes Brown. Due diligence. Pughnock. Ian Thomas Moore and his trips to ...
#76: Before The Madness (21st Mar 2014)
27 Mar 2014
Contributed by Lukas
Recorded just before the Football League failed Cellino, the podcast reminisces on the Elland Road goal feasts against Bolton and Reading. There's a l...
#75: Hear The Drummer Get Wicked (27th Feb 2014)
27 Feb 2014
Contributed by Lukas
The pod speaks to the YEP's Chief Football Writer, Phil Hay, about Cellino's as-yet-unapproved takeover. It isn't stopping Massimo, mind, as he's appa...
#74: You Reap What You Sow (7th Feb 2014)
13 Feb 2014
Contributed by Lukas
Just when you thought it could get any more ridiculous, along comes Massimo. The pod attempts to dissect the takeover madness - some of it in real tim...
#73: Mamma Mia! Here We Go Again... (23rd Jan 2014)
23 Jan 2014
Contributed by Lukas
Times are tough at Elland Road, but is there some light at the end of the takeover tunnel? The lads try and unpick the mess that involves GFH, David H...
#72: Half Term Report (10th Jan 2014)
20 Jan 2014
Contributed by Lukas
The boys are back after the winter break and it's time to assess the team's season so far. How would you score them? Especially if you get to choose y...
#71: Noel's Christmas Presents (13th Dec 2013)
16 Dec 2013
Contributed by Lukas
With the festive season rapidly hurtling towards Elland Road, the podcast gives you the chance to buy a gift for a Leeds United figure, past or presen...
#70: What's Going On (29th Nov 2013)
05 Dec 2013
Contributed by Lukas
Is Michael Tonge about to release one of the all time great soul albums? The pod attempts to answer this and other pressing questions. What are Watfor...
#69: Beef Wellington (15th Nov 2013)
22 Nov 2013
Contributed by Lukas
Six goals! Six points! The joy of six! It's all round to Howard's for Beef Wellington to celebrate! Ross McCormack is on fire and the Brown/Pugh axis ...
#68: Don't Get Me Wrong (31st Oct 2013)
07 Nov 2013
Contributed by Lukas
After Michael dismissed Matt Smith's early form for the Whites, he promptly popped up with three goals, so this time the pod celebrates those occasion...
#67: 99 Problems (17th Oct 2013)
22 Oct 2013
Contributed by Lukas
Leeds United never win 4-0 anymore do they? With that in mind the pod sets about dismantling what's up with the club. From the petty to the ridiculous...
#66: Rebuilding (27th Sep 2013)
30 Sep 2013
Contributed by Lukas
The team is back in the losing habit, but it's a time for reflection on the job at hand, rather than for panicking - just yet. There's no sign of a st...
#65: Tradition (13th Sep 2013)
13 Sep 2013
Contributed by Lukas
TSB has a chat with Brian McDermott (no, really) about the return of the wave, and looks at whether the resurrection of the Revie traditions is to be ...
#64: Willy's Bar (30th Aug 2013)
30 Aug 2013
Contributed by Lukas
Phil Hay, chief football writer of the YEP, joins the pod for a round up ahead of the transfer deadline. With Scott Wootton signed up, is there a fift...
#63: A Message To You Rudy (15th Aug 2013)
15 Aug 2013
Contributed by Lukas
With four points from the opening two games, things are looking up on the good ship LUFC. There's a new captain at the helm and the pod celebrates Rod...
#62: Bob's Full House (2nd Aug 2013)
02 Aug 2013
Contributed by Lukas
The podcast returns for the new season, and everything's here: the departures, the closures, the kit, the new signings, the plane, the predictions, pr...
#61 Part 2: Adam Ant Face Paint (7th Jun 2013)
07 Jun 2013
Contributed by Lukas
Part 2 of 2. After the retrospective in part 1, this half of the podcast looks forward to next season. The team mulls over: Brian McDermott, GFH, seas...
#61 Part 1: Teenage Mutant Karate Tortoises (6th Jun 2013)
06 Jun 2013
Contributed by Lukas
Part 1 of 2. The first half of this end of season podcast is a retrospective of the 2012-13 season: where it went wrong - and where it went even wrong...