Roker Rapport Podcast

Joining the Lads in the Roker Rapport Podcast studio this week to talk over the first away game of the season against Luton is massive Lads fan and Sunderland writer Phil Smith! You can catch it, as always, for free on iTunes, Acast and YouTube.What are we talking about this week?Analysing the draw with Luton;Breaking the monotony; Are away day experiences more refreshing away from the usual grounds?Max Power and Co; how are they all settling in?Cattermole; How are fans reacting to his appearance on Saturday?Talking Tactics; How is Ross doing so far?... and much, much more. Plenty for your ears to enjoy! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

13 Aug 20181h 26min

The Roker Rapport Podcast went out LIVE earlier as we said goodbye to yet another summer of major surgery at Sunderland AFC in the aftermath of the transfer window closing. Joining our host Connor Bromley were Roker Report team members Damian Brown, Danny Roberts and Jack Ford as the Lads ran down what has been a truly mental transfer window, discussed Sunderland’s business on the final day, what could still be done, answered your questions and much more! You can catch it, as always, for free on iTunes, Acast and YouTube. What are we talking about this episode?Sunderland’s transfer business to date;The POWER of positivity...What can we expect from the new players coming in?What a difference a year makes; How has the regime change affected transfer dealings and the club’s attitude towards players and their agents?Answering as many questions put to us by our lovely listeners as we could;Cute little fluffy dogs, Damian tries to convince Connor he’s not actually a cockney despite using the term Bosh, and other random bits...Great insights, points and Podcast debuts made. Lots to listen to! Tune in! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

9 Aug 201855min

Usually we bring you a preview of the coming game with an opposition fan... This episode we thought we’d go a bit further and bring you something a little different, as our esteemed host waxes lyrical with SAFC and LTFC legend - Carlos Edwards! Direct from his man-cave in Suffolk. You can catch it, as always, for free on iTunes, Acast and YouTube. What are we talking about this week?Carlos talks about his time on Wearside and earning the right to put on the red and white;Just how much does the club, it’s fans and it’s legacy mean to him?What lessons did he learn from his time under Roy Keane and what advice would he give to the current team and it’s young players?The importance of fighting for your club, no matter what;Will Kenilworth Road be an easy place to visit for the lads?Predictions for the game and looking forward to the rest of the season;Plus a special message for SAFC fans (and a little message for the club)You really shouldn’t miss this! Listen In! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

9 Aug 201835min

Joining the Lads in the Roker Rapport Podcast studio this week to analyse the Charlton victory and more is former Sunderland ‘keeper-turned-pundit David Preece! You can catch it, as always, for free on iTunes, Acast and YouTube.What are we talking about this week?Analysing the Charlton victory - we’re very excited!The impact of Sunderland’s young players;Sunderland’s debutants - how did they do?We pick David’s brains on goalkeeping and the impact of agents in the game;... and much, much more. Plenty for your ears to enjoy! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

6 Aug 20181h 29min

We’re back! The new season is finally upon us and so our weekly Xtra show returns! Charlton face us at the Stadium of Light this Saturday, so joining our host this week is Nathan Muller from the Charlton Live Podcast. LISTEN IN - you can hear this week’s show on iTunes, Acast and Youtube.What are we talking about this week?Our guest outlines a few of the challenges we may face in the first division;What exactly is going on with Charlton at the moment?Players to watch; From the perspective of a veteran of this League - Have we made some smart acquisitions?Who fears who; Will opposition fear the Stadium of Light atmosphere or will it push them on?Is it time to be optimistic; Of course it is! Plus much, much more! Haway the Lads! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

2 Aug 201839min

ITV’s Simon O’Rourke helps us preview the start of the season and hands out some pearls of wisdom regarding Sunderland’s chances of promotion this season. Plus transfer talk, formations and much much more! You can catch it, as always, for free on iTunes, Acast and YouTube.What are we talking about this week?The current state of the Sunderland team and where reinforcements are needed;What to do if we cannot offload want-away players;Ludicrously early predictions for the season ahead;We preview the Charlton Athletic game next weekend;... and much, much more. Plenty for your ears to enjoy! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

30 Jul 20181h 24min

BBC Newcastle’s Sunderland commentator Nick Barnes dropped by the Roker Rapport Podcast studios to share his thoughts on the goings on at the club this summer and reflect upon some of his favourite tales of season’s past. What are we talking about this week?Reaction to St Mirren and what Barnesy makes of the team’s progress this summer;What will our starting eleven be on opening day? Where will we finish in the league?Has Stewart Donald made the right decision by reining in his use of twitter?Plus, Barnesy answers your questions! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

23 Jul 20181h 4min

HE’S BACK! Stewart Donald sat down today with Connor Bromley to give his monthly debrief of all things Sunderland AFC on the Roker Rapport Podcast. You can catch it, as always, for free on iTunes, Acast and YouTube.What are we talking about this week?TRANSFERS! What’s going on with players going in and out?PRE SEASON! What does Stewart make of how it has gone so far?FINANCES! More on where we stand with Sartori and short-term loans...Plus loads, loads more... it’s huge, and you don’t wanna miss it. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

18 Jul 20181h 47min