Best West End Frame Podcasts (2025)

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S12 Ep6 (ft. Toyan Thomas-Browne): Clueless, Rachel Zegler, Elphabas reunite, Moulin Rouge world tour, Titanique Paris + more! 59:17

3h ago59:17

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Toyan Thomas-Browne (MJ / Shucked) co-hosts The West End Frame Show! Andrew and Toyan discuss Clueless (Trafalgar Theatre) as well as the latest news about Rachel Zegler starring in Evita, Kerry Ellis, Louise Dearman and Rachel Tucker reuniting for the Gravity concert, casting for the Moulin Rouge World Tour featuring Patrice Tipoki... and lots mor…

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S10 Ep7: Laura Baldwin, star of Austenland, Waitress, Eugenius & Cinderella 37:34

2h ago37:34

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Laura Baldwin is In The Frame! Laura Baldwin is playing Miss Heartwright in the world premiere of Austenland. Based on Shannon Hale’s 2007 novel, which was adapted into a film in 2013, Austenland is being staged in concert at the Savoy Theatre for two performances on Monday 24th March. The show has book by Jodi Picoult and Timothy Allen McDonald wi…

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Is Raphinha the Ballon d’Or favourite? 40:27

5m ago40:27

40:27

Raphinha is having an incredible season for Barcelona. After being pushed towards the Nou Camp exit door in the summer the Brazilian has grown into one of Hansi Flick’s most important players. So how has Raphinha reinvented himself to become one of Europe’s most effective players? Host: Ayo Akinwolere With: Phil Hay, Tomas Hill Lopez-Menchero & Lai…

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Are Liverpool running out of steam? 45:18

1h ago45:18

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It’s been a disappointing week for Liverpool. Just days after their Champions League exit at the hands of PSG, came a hammer blow at Wembley. After an abject display in the League Cup final defeat to Newcastle, we’re asking if Liverpool have run out of steam. Host: Ayo Akinwolere With: Simon Hughes, Andy Jones & Phil Hay Executive Producer: Adey Mo…

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Newcastle's trophy drought is over - what next? 48:37

17m ago48:37

48:37

After 70 years of waiting, Newcastle United finally have their hands on domestic silverware after beating Liverpool 2-1 in the Carabao Cup Final at Wembley. So how did Eddie Howe’s side make such light work of Liverpool? And will success at Wembley kick start a new era of success on Tyneside? Ayo Akinwolere is joined by The Athletic's Chris Waugh a…

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The Preview - Liverpool vs Newcastle 47:11

24m ago47:11

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The first piece of domestic silverware will be contested between Liverpool and Newcastle when they meet in the Carabao Cup final on Sunday. Eddie Howe's Newcastle are looking to end a 70 year drought, will the occasion get the better of them as it did in 2023? And after being dumped out of the Champions League by PSG midweek, how will Arne Slot's s…

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S10 Ep6: Megan Gardiner, star of Wicked, Allegiance & Les Misérables 41:48

1h ago41:48

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Megan Gardiner is In The Frame! Megan recently starred as Nessarose in the Wicked UK & Ireland Tour. Megan was also the first cover for Glinda and played the role regularly. She received huge acclaim for starring as Hannah Campbell in the UK premiere of Allegiance at the Charing Cross Theatre. Her theatre credits also include: understudy Cosette in…

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Are Atletico Madrid cursed? 37:09

1h ago37:09

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On Wednesday night Atletico Madrid found a new way to suffer Champions League heartbreak at the hands of Real Madrid. Diego Simeone's side were knocked out courtesy of penalties after Julian Alvarez had his effort rule out for a 'two-touch' kick. From VAR, to penalty shootouts, to near misses, Atleti have once again failed to find a way past their …

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How will Man United pay for their new stadium? 49:12

27m ago49:12

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On Tuesday, Manchester United announced that they intend to build a 100,000-capacity new stadium rather than redevelop their existing Old Trafford home. The news came shortly after Sir Jim Ratcliffe stated the club could run out of money by Christmas without cost-cutting. So, with concerns around Manchester United’s finances, how would this develop…

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Who is Nottingham Forest’s best player? 48:51

19h ago48:51

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It’s clear that Nottingham Forest are the real deal this season.. So can they hold on and qualify for the Champions League next season? And is their success down to the system or their raft of standout players? Host: Ayo Akinwolere With: Paul Taylor, Nick Miller, Ahmed Walid Executive Producer: Adey Moorhead Producers: Guy Clarke & Nick Thomson Lea…

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S12 Ep5 (ft. Kitty Harris): Olivier nominations & snubs, Greatest Showman musical, Eurovision, Bliss, Mean Girls + more! 44:36

1d ago44:36

44:36

Kitty Harris (Standby Ali in Burlesque) co-hosts The West End Frame Show! Andrew and Kitty discuss Bliss (Lilian Baylis Studio) and Mean Girls (Savoy Theatre) as well as the latest news about the Olivier Award nominations, Remember Monday representing Great Britain at Eurovision, The Greatest Showman musical, Musical Con, Christmas Carol Goes Wrong…

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Why Europe is vital to Man United's squad overhaul 47:23

10d ago47:23

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Not for the first time Manchester United have proven they still have glimpses of class in the team - as shown by Bruno Fernandes in their 1-1 draw with Arsenal. Despite sitting 14th in the Premier League, the Europa League still offers a backdoor into next season’s Champions League. So how crucial is European qualification to Ruben Amorim’s plans f…

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S10 Ep5: Wendi Peters, Florence Foster Jenkins in Glorious! 31:00

2d ago31:00

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Wendi Peters is starring as Florence Foster Jenkins in the revival of Glorious! at the Hope Mill Theatre in Manchester. Glorious! was nominated for Best New Comedy at the 2006 Olivier Awards and tells the true story of American socialite Florence Foster Jenkins, dubbed ‘the worst singer in the world’, who was known for her flamboyant costumes, enig…

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The Underground World of Fake Football Shirts 1:06:19

3d ago1:06:19

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Online searches for fake football shirts have gone up by over 500% since 2021, with the Premier league counterfeit market worth over £180m. But what damage could they be causing you and others? Adam Leventhal has spent the last nine months investigating the illicit trade of counterfeits, and uncovered some shocking details along the way. Host: Adam…

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The Preview - Man United vs Arsenal 47:18

5d ago47:18

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Arsenal face Manchester United on Sunday, looking to win consecutive away games at Old Trafford for the first time since 1979. This week, Mikel Arteta’s side thumped PSV 7-1 in the Champions League, meaning there will be no distractions as they look to build on an impressive attacking display. After a 1-1 draw against Real Sociedad, Ruben Amorim wi…

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S10 Ep4: Kristina Walz, standby Celine/Rose/Molly in Titaníque 56:38

5d ago56:38

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Kristina Walz is an offstage understudy in the original West End cast of Titaníque. Kristina is from the US and was previously in the off-Broadway production of Titaníque. More recently she relocated to London and joined the West End production. Kristina is the first cover for Celine and also covers Rose and Molly Brown. Some of Kristina's other th…

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Can Newcastle keep hold of Isak? 44:09

6d ago44:09

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Alexander Isak is one of Europe’s most prolific strikers having scored 17 goals in his last 17 games since the start of December. The Swede has helped fire Newcastle United to Wembley and has also put them in the mix for Champions League qualification. But the question is can they deliver the success needed to keep him at St James’ Park? Ayo Akinwo…

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Wirtz, Odegaard, Fernandes: What makes a talisman? 49:08

15d ago49:08

49:08

There’s a new wonderkid on the block, and his name is Florian Wirtz. He has established himself as the man to carry the creative responsibility for Bayer Leverkusen. But how does he measure up against the world’s best in his position? And is there a danger in becoming over-reliant on one player to make things happen? Host: Ayo Akinwolere With: Phil…

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Has Mourinho added to Turkish football's chaos? 56:15

11d ago56:15

56:15

No matter where he’s managing, Jose Mourinho simply cannot stay out of the headlines. His time managing in the Turkish Super Lig has seen more of the same. So is this ‘typical Jose’? Or is he a victim of the chaos that surrounds him? Host: Adam Leventhal With: Rory Smith & Andy Mitten Executive Producer: Adey Moorhead Producer: Mike Stavrou & Nick …

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S12 Ep4 (ft. Shaun Kitchener): Oscars, The Hunger Games: On Stage, Into The Woods, Musicals By Candlelight, Pop Off Michelangelo! + more! 44:42

8d ago44:42

44:42

Shaun Kitchener (writer of Here And Now: The Steps Musical) co-hosts The West End Frame Show! Andrew and Shaun discuss Musicals By Candlelight (The Actors Church) and Back To The Future (Adelphi Theatre) as well as the latest news about Wicked's performance at the Oscars, The Hunger Games stage show, The Producers, Into The Woods, Six, Pop Off Mich…

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Arsenal's new sporting director: Who is in the frame? 45:22

9d ago45:22

45:22

Last week, David Ornstein reported that Arsenal are looking to conclude their search for a new Sporting Director by the end of March. So, with the search set to conclude this month, who is the ideal candidate for the role and could this appointment be the missing link to help Arsenal finally end their wait for a Premier League title? Ayo Akinwolere…

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Who needs European football the most? 53:19

12d ago53:19

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With just six points separating Nottingham Forest in 3rd and Aston Villa in 10th, European football is up for grabs in the Premier League. Adam Leventhal is joined by The Athletic's football writers Tim Spiers and Nick Miller to discuss which side needs European qualification the most. After wins midweek, Manchester City and Chelsea sit 4th and 5th…

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S10 Ep3: Dan Partridge, Charlie Price in Kinky Boots 34:28

12d ago34:28

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Dan Partridge is starring as Charlie Price in the new touring production of Kinky Boots. Written by Cyndi Lauper and Harvey Fierstein, Kinky Boots opened on Broadway in 2013 before transferring to London in 2015. This new production is directed by Curve’s Artistic Director Nikolai Foster with choreography by Leah Hill and set and costume design by …

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How big does Man City's rebuild need to be? 44:13

21d ago44:13

44:13

After a week in which they were dumped out of the Champions League and given a dose of reality by Liverpool, Man City got back to winning ways, beating Tottenham Hotspur 1-0 courtesy of Erling Haaland on his return from injury. So, with Haaland back from injury and their new recruits bedding in is the City rebuild not as big a job as we thought it …

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Rashford & Asensio: Will Villa's gamble pay off? 41:00

22d ago41:00

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Marcus Rashford and Marco Asensio couldn’t save Aston Villa last night as they lost 4-1 away at Crystal Palace. The two marquee signings were brought in to boost Unai Emery’s side at the business end of the season. But are Rashford & Asensio the solution to Villa’s problems right now? Host: Ayo Akinwolere With: Jacob Tanswell & Rory Smith Executive…

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Is Premier League promotion still the promised land? 45:41

16d ago45:41

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Last season marked the first time since 1998 that all three promoted Premier League teams were relegated. It looks like history may repeat itself this season, after another miserable weekend for Ipswich Town, Leicester City and Southampton. So will all three go down? And if so, what does it say about the gap between the Premier League and the Champ…

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S12 Ep3 (ft. Mickey-Jo Theatre & Aeron James): Cynthia Erivo's big news, Jordan Fisher, Hadestown, Pippin, Moulin Rouge + more! 55:58

15d ago55:58

55:58

Mickey-Jo Theatre and Aeron James co-host The West End Frame Show on West End Frame's 13th birthday! Andrew, Mickey-Jo and Aeron discuss Hadestown (Lyric Theatre) as well as the latest news about Cynthia Erivo hosting the Tony Awards and being cast in Jesus Christ Superstar, Moulin Rouge's performance on Dancing On Ice, Pippin, Ballet Shoes and mor…

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Is Salah set for the best Premier League season ever? 49:46

22d ago49:46

49:46

Liverpool have moved 11 points clear in the Premier League title race with Mohamed Salah leading the way in their 2-0 win over Manchester City. His goal and assists are edging him towards records set by Thierry Henry and Kevin De Bruyne. Mohamed Salah is one of the Premier League’s Greatest but could he be THE greatest? Ayo Akinwolere is joined by …

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How data and AI is shaping football 52:00

18d ago52:00

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Ever thought about how elite football clubs actually go about using data to analyse and recruit players? Well, The Athletic FC Tactics Podcast has the answers you need. Paul Power from sports data company, Skillcorner, joins the show to chat about how clubs really use data in recruitment and analysis. Plus… what the future could hold in terms of fo…

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The Preview - Man City vs Liverpool 43:03

24d ago43:03

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Manchester City host Liverpool on Sunday in what could be a decisive game in this season’s title race. Pep Guardiola will be hoping to fix Manchester City’s out of possession problems, that contributed to them being dumped out of the Champions League midweek. After consecutive draws away from home in the Premier League, can Arne Slot’s side make a …

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S10 Ep2: Lauren Jones, Kim in Scissorhandz 44:36

19d ago44:36

44:36

Lauren Jones is starring as Kim in the UK premiere of Scissorhandz. Produced by Bradley Bredeweg, Kelley Parker and Brian Pendleton, along with co-producers Lance Bass and Michelle Visage, Scissorhandz is a reinvention of Tim Burton’s Edward Scissorhands. The pop-musical parody features songs by Taylor Swift, Lady Gaga, Alanis Morissette and more. …

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Can Mbappe reach Ronaldo's levels at Real Madrid? 42:22

21d ago42:22

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On a night Man City had no margin for error, Kylian Mbappe took away any hope scoring his first hat-trick at the Bernabeu for Real Madrid. With his treble, the Frenchman became just the fourth player to score a Champions League knockout hat-trick for Madrid following in the footsteps of the likes of Ronaldo Nazario, Karim Benzema and of course Cris…

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Amorim's Man United: growing pains or a deeper crisis? 54:41

29d ago54:41

54:41

Defeat at Spurs last weekend left Manchester United in 15th place in the table Next up they take on a resurgent Everton managed by the first person challenged with bringing back the good times at Old Trafford. So from David Moyes to Ruben Amorim, United seems to be stuck in a cycle of underperformance. So what is preventing them from moving forward…

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How will PSR shape the summer transfer window? 50:13

27d ago50:13

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The Premier League’s financial rules will still be in place for next season despite plans to change them. Teams like Manchester United, Aston Villa and Newcastle blame these rules for stopping them spending heavily on new players. So why the delay for the new rules? And how exactly do they impact clubs and their summer transfer plans? Host: Ayo Aki…

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S12 Ep2: Six cast change, Patti LuPone, If/Then, Billy Porter & Marisha Wallace in Cabaret, The Great Gatsby + more! 29:49

22d ago29:49

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This week Andrew hosts a solo episode of The West End Frame Show. Andrew discusses If/Then (Savoy Theatre), Cabaret starring Billy Porter & Marisha Wallace (Kit Kat Club), Jane by Matt Nalton & Jodie Steele (Other Palace Studio) and My Mother's Funeral: The Show (Yard Theatre) as well as the latest news about Patti LuPone, The Great Gatsby, Come Fa…

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Has Maresca-ball gone flat? 47:05

28d ago47:05

47:05

On Friday night Chelsea suffered a fourth defeat in eight Premier League games, going down 3-0 away to Brighton & Hove Albion. Having slipped from fourth to sixth, frustrations have come to the fore including from star player Cole Palmer. So, has Maresca ball gone flat? Ayo Akinwolere is joined by Chelsea writer Liam Twomey and senior football writ…

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The Preview - Tottenham vs Man United 48:14

1M ago48:14

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The self destruction derby? The banter bout? El Calamitico? The Athletic’s Manchester United writer Carl Anka and Tottenham writer Jack Pitt-Brooke join football writer Tim Spiers and host Adam Leventhal to preview Tottenham vs Manchester United. With the sides sitting 13th and 14th respectively, who will be holding the crisis baton come Sunday eve…

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S10 Ep1: Josh St. Clair, Sam in Ghost The Musical 1:02:33

26d ago1:02:33

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We're back... and Josh St. Clair is In The Frame! Josh is starring as Sam Wheat in the UK tour of Ghost The Musical. Josh played Pabbie and covered Hanz in the original West End cast of Frozen (Theatre Royal Drury Lane). He created the role of Gino Bartali in the world premiere of Glory Ride (Charing Cross Theatre), and also played Hero in the revi…

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Can Liverpool keep their heads ahead of pivotal period? 44:27

1M ago44:27

44:27

Goodison Park’s final Merseyside derby delivered with James Tarkowski popping up with the stoppage time equaliser for Everton in their 2-2 draw with Premier League leaders, Liverpool. Despite the draw sending Arne Slot's side seven points clear at the top of the Premier League could the draw at Goodson disrupt their title charge? Ayo Akinwolere is …

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How will leaving Goodison impact Everton? 43:00

1M ago43:00

43:00

Tonight’s Merseyside derby will be the last ever at Goodison Park - and there have been some absolute belters in the past. So what are Everton losing in moving from Goodison? And what are the benefits of football clubs switching to a new home? Host: Ayo Akinwolere With: Paddy Boyland, Rory Smith and Adrian Clarke Executive Producer: Adey Moorhead P…

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SHOW TALK: And Juliet, Ghost, Scissorhandz, Hadestown & Mrs Doubtfire 18:19

1M ago18:19

18:19

Join West End Frame Editor, Andrew Tomlins for a bonus Show Talk episode! In this episode, Andrew discusses And Juliet (New Wimbledon Theatre, UK Tour), Ghost The Musical (Wycombe Swan, UK Tour), Scissorhandz (Southwark Playhouse Elephant), Hadestown (Lyric Theatre) and Mrs Doubtfire (Shaftesbury Theatre). This podcast is hosted by Andrew Tomlins. …

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Has Neymar delivered on the hype? 49:45

1M ago49:45

49:45

Last week, Santos fans welcomed back club legend Neymar after 12 years away. So why is he back in Brazil, why did it go so wrong in Saudi Arabia? And how hard is it for players to live up to exorbitant price tags? Host: Ayo Akinwolere With: Natalie Gedra and Phil Hay Executive Producer: Adey Moorhead Producer: Mike Stavrou and Nick Thomson Learn mo…

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S12 Ep1 (ft. Frazer Woolcott): Historic Wicked casting, Hadestown, Play On, WhatsOnStage Awards, Gatsby, Hadley Fraser + more! 41:08

29d ago41:08

41:08

Frazer Woolcott (understudy Fiyero in Wicked) co-hosts The West End Frame Show! Andrew and Frazer discuss Play On (Lyric Hammersmith) as well as the latest news about Jenna Bainbridge's historic casting in Wicked on Broadway, Wicked's wins at the Critics Choice Awards, Hadestown casting, The Great Gatsby and lots more. Frazer recently understudied …

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What now for Tottenham after disastrous week? 42:45

1M ago42:45

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In the space of just four days, Tottenham Hotspur have been knocked out of both the Carabao Cup and FA Cup at the hands of Liverpool and Aston Villa. It means their hopes of ending their 17-year trophy drought now rest solely on the Europa League. So where do Spurs and Ange Postecoglou go from here? Ayo Akinwolere is joined by The Athletic's Totten…

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Can Newcastle finally end their trophy drought? 46:22

1M ago46:22

46:22

The first piece of silverware in 2025 will be contested between Newcastle and Liverpool, when they meet in the Carabao Cup final. The Athletic's senior writer George Caulkin joins Tim Spiers and host Adam Leventhal to discuss whether Eddie Howe's side can finally end their 70 year trophy drought. Plus we check in with some of the club podcasts acro…

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Will the independent regulator fix football? 46:58

1M ago46:58

46:58

We're joined by UK Secretary of State for Culture, Media and Sport, Lisa Nandy to discuss the introduction of an independent football regulator within English football. Whether it’s financial mismanagement, questionable ownership, or lack of accountability - football in England has faced some huge challenges in recent years which is why the British…

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Will Bayern dominate the Bundesliga again? 53:21

1M ago53:21

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After Bayer Leverkusen’s miraculous title-win last season, this season it seems to be business as usual, with Bayern Munich six points clear of Leverkusen at the top of the table. So, can anyone stop Bayern reestablishing themselves as the dominant force in the Bundesliga? And is Vincent Kompany creating a side that are serious contenders for Champ…

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Rashford, Gonzalez, Tel: Transfer window analysed 55:38

1M ago55:38

55:38

The January transfer window has officially shut. We saw Marcus Rashford move to Aston Villa on loan, while Manchester City brought in a much-needed midfielder in Nico Gonzalez. So… which teams were the winners and losers in the window? Host: Ayo Akinwolere With: David Ornstein, Rory Smith and Jacob Tanswell Executive Producer: Adey Moorhead Produce…

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Has Arsenal's academy revived their title hopes? 53:45

1M ago53:45

53:45

Liverpool legend Alan Hansen who famously said "you can't win anything with kids" Yet on Sunday Arsenal’s teenagers took centre stage as they dismantled the champions with both Myles Lewis-Skelly and Ethan Nwaneri getting on the scoresheet. So can Mikel Arteta’s Arsenal win anything with kids? Ayo Akinwolere is joined by The Athletic's James McNich…

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Anatomy of a Transfer 1:07:41

2M ago1:07:41

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Football fans are desperate for transfer news - and it's often bigger than the sport itself. Open twice a year - in January and the summer - the transfer window changes the game. But what actually goes on when deals are made? Join Adam Leventhal as he goes behind the scenes at training grounds, stadiums and offices to explain the anatomy of a trans…

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