Best Sports Brewsters Podcasts (2024)

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Distrusting the Process 1:14:29

18h ago1:14:29

1:14:29

Ben and Andrew have some BIG FEELINGS about the current state of inactivity at United, with the whole club seemingly on pause as John Egan, Oli McBurnie, Ben Osborn and Daniel Jebbison leave on free transfers. Will it all come together? Hopefully, but for now it's very hard to trust(y) the process...Plus! Half an hour of England Euro 2024 chat whic…

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The Basham, Baldock & Norwood Tribute Episode + Euro 2024 Chip Butty Wagers 1:15:47

21d ago1:15:47

1:15:47

Ben and Andrew reflect on the careers of three Blades greats: Chris Basham, George Baldock and Oli Norwood are all leaving United and we look back on their time in red and white and their highlight moments. Plus, we each make some somewhat-bold predictions about Euro 2024, with a greasy chip butty on the line for each wager.Thanks for listening, UT…

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2023/24 Sheffield United Player Ratings 1:50:24

1M ago1:50:24

1:50:24

It's that time of year: Ben and Andrew give their marks out of 10 for the Blades squad in what will be the FINAL WORD on the 2023/24 season (at least as far as this pod is concerned). We quickly cover the Spurs game, how many of the "things we want to see from the last 10 games" came off, and the U21 men winning the PDL National Final, before getti…

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New Recruitment Team, Chip Butty Wagers, Released List and a Sunday Send-off 59:51

2M ago59:51

59:51

Ben and Andrew missed the Meh-verton game but have plenty of other stuff to discuss anyway, starting with the hiring of Jamie Hoyland and Mike Allen to head up recruitment and what it says about the immediate future of Sheffield United. Next, we revisit our Chip Butty wagers from the summer and find out who owes who a greasy one, then we do a quick…

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That's Why We're Going Down 1:05:10

2M ago1:05:10

1:05:10

Ben and Andrew discuss the Forest game before returning to our preseason "how to avoid relegation" blueprint to see how badly United missed on all the things we thought needed to go right. We also use that as a chance to catch up on the latest news around George Baldock (probably leaving, boo), Dan Jebbison (possibly staying, yay), Oli McBurnie (in…

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Bad Kompany - Burnley Recap 57:31

3M ago57:31

57:31

Ben and Andrew discuss United's latest home hammering as Burnley exploit the Blades' terrible defence while also showing us what a competent goalkeeper looks like in the other net. We talk about a bad day for Vini Souza, what on earth to do with Ivo Grbic, and whether we're seeing any green shoots from Wilder's return before his 20th game in charge…

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Brewster's Millions - Points Deduction reaction, Burnley Preview 52:41

3M ago52:41

52:41

Ben and Andrew get stuck into the latest bit of bad news concerning Sheffield United, as the club receives a points deduction ahead of next season over late payments for players. We talk about what it means on and off the field. Plus, a look ahead to the big game with Burnley this weekend. I was saying Boo-erge.Thanks for listening and UTB!…

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We Don't Talk About Ivo - Chelsea Recap 59:36

3M ago59:36

59:36

An excellent performance from the Blades who hold Chelsea's pricey side to a 2-2 draw. Ben and Andrew reflect on the game with particular focus on the strides taken by Oli Arblaster, Ben Osborn playing for a new deal, and Ivo Grbic already possibly playing for his place. Thanks for listening, and UTB!<>Link to Ben's BBC Sport piece on Arblaster: ht…

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They Think It's Cordova; Muniz Now - Fulham Recap 52:37

3M ago52:37

52:37

Ben and Andrew discuss an entertaining if ultimately maddening 3-3 draw with Fulham at the Lane, as McBurnie and Brereton Diaz briefly run riot before pesky VAR and even peskier added on time take their toll. Next episode will be after the Chelsea game - apologies for lower sound quality than usual in this episode, we had some internet difficulties…

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10 Things We Want To See Before The End Of The Season 57:58

4M ago57:58

57:58

With the Blades taking a breather for a few weeks, Ben and Andrew cook up 10 (realistic) things they'd like to see from Sheffield United for the rest of this season. Can we ruin someone else's season? Will Will break his duck? And can someone "do a Ramsdale"?Thanks for listening, and UTB!By Ben Meakin

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Bourne Again - Bournemouth Recap, New Training Centre and other Off-Field News 42:29

4M ago42:29

42:29

Ben and Andrew look back at United's 2-2 draw at Bournemouth, which includes Oli Arblaster's top-flight debut, Ivo Grbic finally getting the chance to make some saves, an hilariously poor penalty and plenty more at either end of the pitch. Then, we discuss the excellent news of the new training centre, plus have a few words for the departing Paul M…

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Six Notes - Arsenal Recap 40:02

4M ago40:02

40:02

Bleh. Ben and Andrew talk about United's latest hammering probably in more detail than it deserves. Cheers if you listen, no judgement if you don't. UTB?By Ben Meakin

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A Pointless Catch-up: Brighton & Wolves recaps 52:50

4M ago52:50

52:50

Ben and Andrew catch up on United's latest pointless endeavours: a 5-0 defeat to Brighton, and 1-0 defeat at Wolves which was at least not an embarrassment. We also discuss the good news of Oliver Arblaster penning a long-term deal, fun and goals for the U21s, and Arsenal at home on Monday (uhoh).Thanks for listening and apologies for the lack of p…

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Winners and Souzas - Luton Recap, Brighton Preview 1:04:15

5M ago1:04:15

1:04:15

Ben and Andrew look back on a big win for the Blades on the road at Luton, with a beast mode performance from Vini Souza underpinning a fine defensive effort. We talk about getting over the 11 point hump, the value of Ben Osborn, whether Ivo Grbic comes back into the team for Brighton, how to solve a problem like McBurnie, and plenty more.Thanks fo…

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Farewell to our Scottish Hero, and Villa I guess 56:25

5M ago56:25

56:25

Ben and Andrew briefly discuss United's disgraceful capitulation at home to Aston Villa, before turning our attention to the surprise (ish?) exit of John Fleck right at the end of the transfer window. We look back on our Scottish hero's highs and lows at United, with our favourite moments, his best goals, and where he ranks in our all-time best Uni…

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Sad All Over - Brighton & Palace Recaps, Transfer Window Musings, Villa Preview 1:11:23

5M ago1:11:23

1:11:23

Ben and Andrew double up to talk about a goal-filled week for United, albeit with a distressing amount finding the back of the wrong net from our point of view: we discuss the 5-2 against Brighton, the 3-2 against Palace, United's January transfer window, Villa on Satdi, Wilder's latest odd moment from Selhurst Park, and a fair bit more.Thanks for …

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Bubbling Over - West Ham Recap 52:10

6M ago52:10

52:10

Ben and Andrew review an entertaining game with West Ham - goals, red cards, penalties, late drama, controversy, and a match we didn't lose, what's not to love? We talk about United looking so much clearer of thought in possession, Andre Brooks starring, Ben Brereton-Diaz netting on his Premier League debut, and all the big moments from the game. F…

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West Ham Preview & 16 Bits of Blades News 59:38

6M ago59:38

59:38

Ben and Andrew preview this weekend's home match (a home match! At last!) against West Ham, before spinning the roulette wheel of news and hitting 16 different stories from the last few weeks, including new contracts for some young players, points deductions for our - ahem - rivals, Basham on the road to recovery, and the retirement of a perennial …

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Force of Will - Gillingham FA Cup Recap 41:26

6M ago41:26

41:26

Ben and Andrew recap a pleasantly drama-free win over Gillingham in the FA Cup, as Will Osula fires in his first Blades goals and a James McAtee double "avenges" the Nigel Adkins 4-0 on this ground. We discuss welcome minutes for Rhys Norrington-Davies, a positive development in Dan Jebbison's contract situation, the draw for the next round, and a …

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January Transfers & Player Contract Renewals 1:02:58

6M ago1:02:58

1:02:58

With not much to say about a shrug-worthy loss at City, Ben and Andrew turn their attention to what looks like being a surprisingly active January for the Blades, before a returning feature: playing "deal or no deal" with the many, many out of contract players on United's books. We try to answer whether each player should get a new contract immedia…

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The Season of Giving (Away 3 Points) 57:04

6M ago57:04

57:04

Ben and Andrew review a not-particularly-happy Christmas for the Blades who toss away two points in the 97th minute at Villa Park and then the full three in a baffling Boxing Day defeat to Luton Town. Thanks for listening, UTB and happy new year!By Ben Meakin

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Blue Christmas - Chelsea Recap, Villa & Luton Previews 45:44

7M ago45:44

45:44

'Twas the pod before Christmas: Ben and Andrew catch up on a disappointingly standard defeat at Chelsea, look ahead to a trip to Villa and a big ol' game with Luton on Boxing Day, plus catch up on the latest news around Oli Arblaster, Rhys Norrington-Davies, Billy Sharp and [checks SEC filings] Dozy Mmobuosi.Next pod will be after the Luton game, t…

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Bee Happy - Brentford Recap, Chelsea Preview 59:01

7M ago59:01

59:01

Ben and Andrew are in buoyant mood as the Blades beat the Bees in Chris Wilder's second game, putting in their best performance of the season in the process. We go through the immediate changes Wilder has made, the improved play of Souza, Archer and Hamer, plus an eye-catching cameo from Anis Slimane.Thanks for listening, and UTB!…

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Ref's Red Redemption - Liverpool recap, Brentford preview 45:47

7M ago45:47

45:47

Ben and Andrew reflect on the first game of Chris Wilder's second spell as Blades boss, as United lose 2-0 to Liverpool but do at least put in a shift and stay in the game until late. We look at the immediate changes made to the lineup and tactics, whether they worked, and a slightly baffling end to the game from the officials.Thanks for listening …

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Wilder In, Again 54:44

7M ago54:44

54:44

Ben and Andrew discuss the sacking of Paul Heckingbottom, and the return of Chris Wilder as Blades manager. We reflect on Heckingbottom's achievements as boss, try and work through some best/worst case scenarios for Wilder's return, and how we're feeling about tomorrow night's match against Liverpool and the rest of the season with a new/old boss.C…

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The Bourne Supremacy - Bournemouth Recap, Burnley Preview 52:51

7M ago52:51

52:51

Ben and Andrew go over a painful shellacking at the hands of supposedly-lowly Bournemouth, and discuss where the club can go from here... apart from Burnley on Saturday, which we also preview.Thanks for listening you hardy lot, and UTB.By Ben Meakin

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Bournemouth Preview & Latest Blades News 48:23

8M ago48:23

48:23

Ben and Andrew preview a big, potentially season-defining week for United with Bournemouth coming to the Lane on Saturday - we discuss the shoots of recovery in the previous two games and David Brooks returning to Bramall Lane, before Andrew embarks on a huge rant about the reaction to the Everton points deduction (18th in the table baby!!!), the i…

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Brighton Up - BHA Recap & Squad School Reports 49:19

8M ago49:19

49:19

Ben and Andrew recap a bonus point from Brighton that takes the Blades *off the bottom of the Premier League table*, as a red card and an own goal helps United to a 1-1 draw. Then, with the international break here and a third of the season played, we give out our school grades and reports for every player in the squad so far this season.Thanks for…

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On A Silva Platter - Wolves Recap 1:15:29

8M ago1:15:29

1:15:29

Six months to the day after beating Birmingham City away, Ben and Andrew have a Sheffield United win to talk about! The Blades beat Wolves in dramatic fashion to bag their first victory of the Premier League season, with Cameron Archer's thunderbolt and Oli Norwood's 100th minute penalty both crashing in off the bar.We talk about the relief of the …

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Spooky Season Alternate Realities & Wolves preview 40:26

8M ago40:26

40:26

With neither Ben or Andrew catching the five-goal thriller at Arsenal, instead we decided to take a trip to another dimension this spooky season, to an alternate reality where tiny margins went the other way... listen in for how differently our season might have gone so far. Or, skip to 19 minutes and get an actual preview of our in-real-life game …

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Manchester, Blah Blah Blah - Man Utd Recap 1:00:45

9M ago1:00:45

1:00:45

Ben and Andrew go over United's latest defeat, this time to Man Utd, although the Blades do at least put in a spirited display in this one before running out of legs / viable substitutes in the second half and sliding to another L.Still, there's some praise for McBurnie, Robinson, Trusty, and Souza, a positive switch to 4-4-2, some questioning of W…

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Craven Display - Fulham Recap, Man U Preview 48:48

9M ago48:48

48:48

Ben and Andrew are back to full fitness and ready to talk about United's distressingly limp display at Fulham, as the Blades at least manage a goal but otherwise are completely outplayed - and lose Chris Basham to a terrible injury. We spotlight a few players including Vini Souza and Auston Trusty, and look ahead to what should hopefully at least b…

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Hammer & Fail - West Ham Recap, Fulham Preview, Heckingbottom's Future 57:27

9M ago57:27

57:27

Ben and Andrew muse over the Blades' latest defeat at West Ham, before looking at the wider picture of Paul Heckingbottom's future as manager and this weekend's "Loser Leaves Town" match-up with Fulham FC.Cheers for listening and UTB!By Ben Meakin

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The Hateful Eight - Newcastle Recap 45:10

10M ago45:10

45:10

Ben and Andrew try and find some words for United's historic hammering on Sunday, and wonder how the team can pick themselves up from it. Have a nice day, hardcore listeners!By Ben Meakin

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Timed Out - Spurs Recap, Newcastle Preview 1:04:27

10M ago1:04:27

1:04:27

Ben and Andrew reflect on the Blades' latest late kick to the teeth as an improbable 3 points becomes the expected 0 points thanks to two very late goals. We talk timewasting, added time, the scenes for Hamer's goal, and the spiky media aftermath from the game itself. We also look ahead to Newcastle at home on Sunday.Thanks for listening, and UTB!…

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Reasons to be Cheerful, Reasons to be Fearful | Spurs Preview 59:44

10M ago59:44

59:44

As the international break comes to a close, Ben and Andrew pick out some reasons to be cheerful and reasons to be fearful for the rest of United's Premier League season. Plus, we look ahead to our weekend trip to Spurs.Cheers for listening, and UTB!By Ben Meakin

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Pickford Giveth, Pickford Taketh Away - Everton Recap 57:45

10M ago57:45

57:45

Ben and Andrew review United picking up their first point of the season via the back of Jordan Pickford's head, and it would've been all three but for Jordan Pickford's face. Some afternoon for the England keeper, and some debut for Cameron Archer in an entertaining 2-2 draw.Thanks for listening and UTB!…

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Citizen Pain: Man City Recap, Everton Preview and the Cameron Archer signing with Hal Stewart 1:15:26

10M ago1:15:26

1:15:26

Hal Stewart of Sheff Utd Way joins Ben this week to discuss a thrilling game with Man City, the delight of seeing United get a meaningful goal against the Champions, and all the other big moments from the game. We also discuss Cameron Archer's signing, hopes for the remainder of the transfer window, a big game with Everton, and Billy Sharp's LA Gal…

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Hamer in the evening - Forest Recap 50:32

11M ago50:32

50:32

Ben and Andrew discuss some green shoots to come out of a second straight defeat for the Blades, as Gustavo Hamer swerves in United's first goal of the season and Vinicius Souza puts in an impressive debut in midfield before the ongoing lack of depth puts paid to a first point. Plus, we look ahead to the free hit of Man City at home, and two big we…

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Odsonne Ends - Palace Recap, Hamer & Davies sign 54:59

11M ago54:59

54:59

Ben and Andrew discuss the arrivals of Gustavo Hamer and Tom Davies before a brief-ish chat about Crystal Palace: a starting XI from our nightmares, but a hard-working effort from the Blades nonetheless. We also touch on Billy Sharp signing for LA Galaxy, and the Lionesses reaching the World Cup final as well as our game with Forest on Friday night…

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How To Avoid Relegation 1:23:21

11M ago1:23:21

1:23:21

Ben and Andrew discuss the Berge > Burnley sale, the arrival of Vinicius Souza, and the overall situation at the club on the eve of the new Premier League season. Then, after successfully (...) providing a multi-step plan for guaranteeing promotion last season, we turn our eyes towards mapping out what needs to go right for United to stave off rele…

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Bye Bye Iliman Ndiaye & Preseason Predictions 58:53

11M ago58:53

58:53

Ben and Andrew give their final word on the Iliman Ndiaye departure and where it leaves United, before going head-to-head with some predictions with a difference ahead of the new season. Thanks for listening, and UTB!By Ben Meakin

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10 Things To Look Forward To This Season 1:11:06

12M ago1:11:06

1:11:06

Things are starting to move at the Lane, and Ben and Andrew discuss the fact that Iliman Ndiaye is not currently one of them (despite Facebook Marketplace listings), plus the new signings of Anis Slimane, Yasser Larouci and Benie Traore.Then, we give our 10 things that we're looking forward to this season, including: can Ndiaye be our Zaha, who wil…

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Countdown to Kick-off: 1 month to go 56:51

12M ago56:51

56:51

With 1 month to go until Sheffield United v Crystal Palace to start our Premier League campaign, Ben and Andrew go over the current state of the club... including Iliman Ndiaye potentially leaving sooner than we'd all like. We also discuss potential new signings, squad players penning new deals, next summer's contract malaise, and a vibe check on e…

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Farewell to Enda Stevens & Jack O'Connell 59:24

1y ago59:24

59:24

Ben and Andrew have a quick chat about United's first few fixtures of next season, before reminiscing about two modern Blades greats who have now departed the club: Enda Stevens and Jack O'Connell.Thanks for listening, and UTB!By Ben Meakin

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The Billy Sharp Tribute Episode 1:23:10

1y ago1:23:10

1:23:10

Ben and Andrew go over United's released and retained list, and the end of an era for the Blades as Jack O'Connell, Enda Stevens and Billy Sharp depart the club. We'll be talking more about O'Connell and Enda next time, but the rest of this one is all about the skipper. We discuss what it meant to us having Sharp as captain and talisman of a succes…

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Drafting the best Blades team of the last 25 years 1:19:42

1y ago1:19:42

1:19:42

Ben and Andrew go head-to-head to see who can draft the best team from every player who's represented Sheffield United in the last 25 years. 3-5-2 is the formation, and position matters - no crowbarring George Baldock in at left wingback.Who ends up with the best XI at the end of the draft? Head to @bladespod on Twitter to cast your vote. Thanks fo…

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Class of 2022-23: Player Ratings 1:39:14

1y ago1:39:14

1:39:14

It's that time of year again: Ben and Andrew hand out player ratings to 22 eligible players from United's promotion winning 2022-23 season, with detailed reasoning for each one plus some discussion on the fringe players who didn't quite play enough to merit a rating. Does anyone crack 10/10 this year, and who will inherit Oli McBurnie's wooden spoo…

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Premier League Blades, Over and Out + 10 Big Moments in Winning Promotion 1:08:19

1y ago1:08:19

1:08:19

Ben and Andrew wrap up the final two games of the Championship season as the Blades reach a club-record 91 points at this level, before picking out our 10 biggest moments from the season: the events and decisions that underpinned United's return to the Premier League.Thanks for listening, and UTB!By Ben Meakin

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Four-get The Maths - Preston Recap & More Promotion Thoughts 59:30

1y ago59:30

59:30

Ben and Andrew relish United's 4-1 victory lap over a fairly-pathetic Preston, as the promotion party shows no sign of stopping and John Fleck signs off (maybe?) with one last goal for the road. Plus, we compare this promotion to the 2019 Chris Wilder-led one, and also revisit our "How To Win Promotion" blueprint from preseason.Thanks for listening…

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