Wise Men Say
890 episodes - English - Latest episode: 27 days ago - ★★★★★ - 24 ratingsThe longest-running Sunderland AFC podcast, established in 2013. Up to three shows a week including previews, reaction shows, live shows and feature-length episodes with quality articles live on wisemensay.co.uk
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Episodes
The Monday Show: Mowbray On The Brink? Newcastle In The Cup
December 04, 2023 19:13 - 45 minutes - 61.9 MBStephen Goldsmith and Gareth Barker are joined by WMS regular Eleanor McCabe to discuss a point at Millwall and a ridiculous draw in the FA Cup 3rd Round. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
The Preview Show: Sunderland Lose Again Ahead Of Millwall Trip
November 30, 2023 19:51 - 37 minutes - 18.7 MBMatt and Stephen look back at an appalling loss at home to Huddersfield, and ahead to a trip to Millwall. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
The Monday Show: Sunderland Plundered At Plymouth
November 27, 2023 18:58 - 36 minutes - 49.7 MBGareth Barker is joined by WMS regulars Richard Easterbrook an Mick Lough to discuss the defeat at Plymouth and preview the visit of Huddersfield. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Sunderland Preview: Plymouth Argyle (A)
November 23, 2023 17:50 - 44 minutes - 60.6 MBWe're back from the international break, fully refreshed as Sunderland travel to Plymouth Argyle at the weekend. Matthew Keeling is joined by Richard Easterbrook and Melissa Johnson to preview the trip to Devon. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
The Monday Show: Lads Back To Winning Ways Over Brummies
November 13, 2023 19:08 - 36 minutes - 25 MBStephen and Gareth are joined by The Northern Echo's Scott Wilson to discuss the win over Birmingham City. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
REACTION: Sunderland 3-1 Birmingham City
November 11, 2023 16:31 - 21 minutes - 29.8 MBEleanor McCabe hosts alongside a gaggle of WMS contributors as we react to a home win over Birmingham City Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Sunderland Preview - Birmingham City (H)
November 09, 2023 23:37 - 33 minutes - 46.6 MBMatt Keeling is back with Richard Easterbrook as the lads preview the visit of Birmingham City to the Stadium of Light. There's also a Blues perspective from Chris of We Are Birmingham Podcast. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
The Monday Show: Lads Draw Blank At Ten Man Swansea City
November 06, 2023 19:19 - 46 minutes - 63.6 MBEleanor McCabe is joined by Jimmy Reay and Jack Austwicke to discuss the draw at Swansea. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
The Preview Show: Swansea City v Sunderland
November 02, 2023 18:54 - 52 minutes - 71.8 MBGareth is joined by WMS regulars Eleanor McCabe and Jack Austwicke to preview the trip to Swansea. We get a Swansea view from Steven of The Jackcast. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
The Monday (Tuesday) Show: Sunderland Beat Norwich & Halloween Memories
October 31, 2023 19:32 - 38 minutes - 24.9 MBStephen and Matt team up to do the Monday pod on a Tuesday and we don't event know what the usual order and combinations are anymore. Micky Lough joins them as they look back to the win against Norwich. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
REACTION: Sunderland 3-1 Norwich
October 29, 2023 09:33 - 17 minutes - 24.5 MBGareth and Eleanor react to our win over Norwich City. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
The Preview Show: Sunderland v Norwich City
October 26, 2023 17:06 - 38 minutes - 30.9 MBContinuing the random hosting order, Stephen heads up this week's Preview Show as Jimmy joins him to look ahead to the Norwich match. We also hear from Pete from For Fox Sake Podcast and Freddie from My Football Writer, to get Leicester and Norwich perspectives respectively. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
The Monday Show: Sunderland Fall To Second Consecutive Defeat
October 23, 2023 18:27 - 46 minutes - 64.1 MBGareth and Matt are joined by WMS regular Jimmy Reay to discuss the defeat at Stoke City. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Sunderland Preview: Stoke City (A)
October 19, 2023 20:18 - 45 minutes - 62.1 MBMatt Keeling is joined by Richard Easterbrook and Melissa Johnson as we preview Sunderland's trip to Stoke City and discuss what we've been up to during the international break. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
SPECIAL EPISODE: Sir Bob Murray
October 12, 2023 11:44 - 39 minutes - 54.2 MBWe were invited to the magnificent Beacon of Light to speak to former Sunderland chairman Sir Bob Murray about his new book I'd Do It All Again, which covers his life story from humble beginnings in Consett to becoming the man that masterminded Sunderland's move to a new stadium, a new training ground, helping build Wembley Stadium and St George's Park and establishing the Foundation of Light alongside the Beacon of Light itself. All proceeds from the book, which costs £20, will go to the F...
The Monday Show: Sunderland Humbled By Boro
October 09, 2023 17:45 - 40 minutes - 55.6 MBStephen and Gareth are joined by WMS regular Jimmy Reay to discuss a humbling at the hands of Middlesbrough. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
REACTION: Sunderland 0-4 Middlesbrough
October 07, 2023 15:17 - 18 minutes - 24.7 MBEleanor McCabe is joined by Jack Austwicke and Michael Lough as we react to a chastening 4-0 defeat by Middlesbrough. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Sunderland Preview: Middlesbrough (H)
October 05, 2023 15:31 - 36 minutes - 50.6 MBMatt Keeling and Richard Easterbrook are back to preview the Tees-Wear clash at home to Middlesbrough, as well as discussing Sunderland's 2-0 victory over Watford on Wednesday night. There's also fan reaction courtesy of roving reporter Jack Austwicke. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
MONDAY SHOW: Three And Easy For Sunderland At Hillsborough
October 02, 2023 18:06 - 40 minutes - 55.9 MBStephen and Gareth are joined by WMS regular Jack Austwicke to discuss an excellent win over Sheffield Wednesday. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
BONUS: The View From Sheffield Wednesday
September 29, 2023 10:14 - 8 minutes - 10.9 MBAsh from The Wednesday Week Podcast gives us his view on tonight's match between Sheffield Wednesday and Sunderland. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Sunderland Preview: Sheffield Wednesday (A)
September 27, 2023 17:30 - 20 minutes - 28.6 MBMatt Keeling and Richard Easterbrook bring you a bite-sized preview ahead of Sunderland's trip to Sheffield Wednesday on Friday night. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
MONDAY SHOW: Bluebirds Smash And Grab At The SOL
September 25, 2023 17:36 - 37 minutes - 51.3 MBStephen and Gareth discuss a disappointing home defeat at the hands of Cardiff City. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
REACTION: Sunderland 0-1 Cardiff City
September 24, 2023 20:27 - 11 minutes - 26.5 MBJimmy Reay is joined by Michael Lough and Eleanor McCabe as Sunderland's winning streak was brought to an end in surprising fashion by Cardiff City. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Sunderland Preview: Cardiff City (H)
September 22, 2023 07:59 - 33 minutes - 46.7 MBMatt Keeling is joined by Richard Easterbrook as they talk Cardiff City, Sunderland being mint and Embassies. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
REACTION - Blackburn 1-3 Sunderland - Ha'way!!
September 20, 2023 21:28 - 12 minutes - 9.98 MBAfter suggesting it might be a bit of a basketball match on Monday's pod, it's safe to say that was certainly the case. Sunderland took their chances and Blackburn didn't. Jon and Jimmy bring you instant reaction to the win at Blackburn. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
MONDAY SHOW: Cats Cruise To Comfortable Win Over 10-Man R's
September 18, 2023 18:11 - 58 minutes - 80.6 MBStephen and Gareth are joined by WMS regulars Jack Austwicke and Micky Lough to discuss a win at QPR and preview the trip to Blackburn. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Sunderland Preview: Queens Park Rangers (A)
September 14, 2023 20:48 - 25 minutes - 58.3 MBMatt Keeling returns and is joined by Richard Easterbrook as the lads look ahead to Sunderland's visit to Queens Park Rangers at the weekend. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
MONDAY SHOW: SAFC Wake From Summer Slumber To Blitz Saints
September 04, 2023 18:20 - 1 hour - 85 MBStephen and Gareth are joined by The Chronicle's James Hunter to discuss a five star victory over Southampton. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
REACTION: Sunderland 5-0 Southampton
September 02, 2023 15:35 - 19 minutes - 45.1 MBRichard Easterbrook is joined by Eleanor McCabe, Jimmy Reay and Michael Lough as the team react to Sunderland's 5-0 victory over Southampton in the EFL Championship Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Sunderland Preview: Southampton (H)
August 31, 2023 18:45 - 1 hour - 145 MBRichard Easterbrook is joined by Eleanor McCabe, Jimmy Reay and Jon Lambert as the team reacts to the news that Ross Stewart could be moving to Southampton on transfer deadline day. They also look ahead to the visit of the Saints as well as discussing what the final hours of the transfer window could hold for Sunderland, Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
MONDAY SHOW: A Point at Coventry
August 28, 2023 18:47 - 47 minutes - 65.7 MBGareth and Stephen are joined by regulars Jimmy Reay and Jon Lambert to look back at Sunderland’s 0-0 draw at Coventry. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Bonus Pod, Opposition View: Coventry City
August 25, 2023 10:32 - 12 minutes - 16 MBAnother bitsize pod, we are good to you. Hear from Stuart from All Things Sky Blue, as he gives the view from the opposition POV. Things are looking good for Coventry and he's bullish (why wouldn't he be?). Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
PREVIEW: Coventry v Sunderland
August 23, 2023 17:23 - 45 minutes - 103 MBMatt Keeling is back with Tom Walsh and Richard Easterbrook as the lads preview Sunderland's trip to Coventry City at the weekend. They talk Danny Batth, someone named Connor Evans, Sunderland's search for a striker and Matt's Question of the Week! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
The Monday Show: More on Sunderland's Win Against Rotherham
August 21, 2023 17:55 - 27 minutes - 17.7 MBA Monday Q&A on Sunderland's win against Rotherham. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
REACTION: Sunderland 2-1 Rotherham United
August 20, 2023 09:21 - 17 minutes - 40.4 MBMatt Keeling is joined by Eleanor McCabe and Michael Lough as the team reacts to Sunderland's first Championship win of the season, a 2-1 victory over Rotherham United at the Stadium of Light. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
PREVIEW: Sunderland v Rotherham United
August 17, 2023 17:42 - 41 minutes - 95.7 MBMatt Keeling is joined by Tom Walsh and Jimmy Reay to look back on Sunderland's week and preview the visit of Rotherham United to the Stadium of Light. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
The Monday Show: Three defeats in a week for The Lads
August 14, 2023 18:26 - 1 hour - 85.2 MBStephen and Gareth are joined by WMS regular Chris Weatherspoon and The Sunderland Echo's Phil Smith to discuss a third defeat in a week for Sunderland. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
REACTION: Preston NE 2-1 Sunderland
August 12, 2023 20:01 - 20 minutes - 25 MBMichael Lough is joined by Stephen Goldsmith as the lads pick their way through Sunderland's second Championship defeat of the season with a 2-1 loss at Preston North End. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
BONUS! Opposition View: Sunderland v Preston
August 11, 2023 12:17 - 10 minutes - 11.7 MBSome quick bitesize bonus content. Hear from Ollie from the Butter Pie Podcast, as he tells us about life at Preston. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Sunderland Preview: Preston North End (A)
August 10, 2023 17:54 - 43 minutes - 99.9 MBMatt Keeling and Eleanor McCabe sit down to preview Sunderland's trip to Preston North End, while Stephen Goldsmith catches up with BBC Radio Newcastle's Nick Barnes on the mood around the Stadium of Light after the Black Cats exited the League Cup following a penalty shoot-out defeat to League Two Crewe Alexandra. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
The Monday Show: Sunderland Fall To Opening Day Defeat
August 07, 2023 18:48 - 49 minutes - 68.4 MBStephen and Gareth are back for the first Monday show of the season. Jimmy Reay joins the lads as we discuss a defeat on Sunderland's return to league action. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Reaction: Sunderland 1-2 Ipswich Town
August 06, 2023 20:14 - 18 minutes - 41.3 MBRichard Easterbrook is joined by Michael Lough and Eleanor McCabe as Sunderland open their Championship season with defeat to Ipswich Town at the Stadium of Light where Nathan Broadhead scored on his return to Wearside, and Trai Hume's dismissal reduced the hosts to 10 men. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Sunderland Preview: Ipswich Town (H)
August 02, 2023 18:25 - 38 minutes - 89.2 MBMatt and Richard bring you some sad news to start with, as well as having a brief look back at Sunderland's 5-2 defeat to Hartlepool United, and looking ahead to Sunday's Championship opener at home to Ipswich Town. Don't forget to visit wisemensay.co.uk for the latest Sunderland opinions and subscribe to our weekly newsletter and YouTube channel today! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
The Monday Show: More Pre-Season Musings
July 31, 2023 18:49 - 30 minutes - 19.5 MBStephen, Jimmy and Micky take their turn to offer some thoughts on the summer activity and season ahead. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Sunderland Pre-Season: The Kick-Off
July 26, 2023 18:05 - 39 minutes - 90.1 MBWe're back! And better than ever! Join Matt Keeling, Gareth Barker and Richard Easterbrook as the lads discuss Sunderland's summer, incomings and potential outgoings and look ahead to the final pre-season friendlies of the season against Real Mallorca and Hartlepool United. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
LIVE SHOW TICKETS ON SALE NOW! Wise Men Say proudly presents The 10th Anniversary Variety Show!
June 12, 2023 18:41 - 44 seconds - 1.03 MBWise Men Say proudly presents The 10th Anniversary Variety Show! Join us for the Wise Men Say Podcast Variety Show, live at the wonderful Pop Recs. We’ll have special guests, games, lots of beer and the usual insight you’ve grown to know and love us for. See you on Saturday July 29th for a night of laughter as we get ready for the Championship to return. Tickets are £12 plus fees and available on wisemensay.co.uk Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Episode 901 - "The Season is Dead"
May 26, 2023 18:59 - 40 minutes - 55.2 MBMatt and Tom bring the WMS season to a close. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
#900 - "Organic"
May 15, 2023 18:10 - 49 minutes - 68.6 MBStephen and Gareth are joined by WMS regular Michael Lough and former SAFC goalkeeping coach David Preece to analyse an outstanding result against Luton Town. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
#899 - Sunderland 2-1 Luton Town REACTION
May 13, 2023 20:35 - 15 minutes - 36.3 MBMatt, Tom and Eleanor react as Sunderland came from behind to beat Luton Town 2-1 in the Championship play-offs semi-final first leg! The Reaction Show is sponsored by Fritidsklader (@fdr_clothing) Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
#898 - "Guinness - Well Worth Checking Out"
May 11, 2023 18:12 - 58 minutes - 134 MBTom, Matt and Rick are here to preview Sunderland's Championship play-off semi-final first leg against Luton Town at the Stadium of Light, as well as looking back at the game that got us there - the 3-0 win at Preston North End. There's also opinion of a Hatters persuasion from Ollie of the Oak Road Hatter podcast. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.