A slightly late episode this week as Mike Parsons talks us through the Widnes Vikings awards night, that saw Jordan Johnstone clean up with three major awards. There's discussion over the confirmation of several players leaving at the end of the season, and what that means for the rest. Plus news of a transfer blow that could have a big impact on 2…

We hear Allan Coleman's immediate reaction to the defeat to York, which opens up the Championship play-off race once more, giving Widnes work to do over the final three weekends. James and Mike look ahead to Doncaster, talk about the latest signing rumours and plot who might be in the Vikings squad for 2025. Join the Widnes Rugby League Fans Facebo…

Allan Coleman pays tribute to the Widnes players and fans after the win at Batley, while James and Mike pore over the respective run-ins of the teams involved in the Championship play-off race. We hear from York director of rugby Andrew Henderson about his brief stint with Widnes during his playing days, some 20 years ago. Join the Widnes Rugby Lea…

Talking points are the name of the game in this week’s Widnes Rugby Chat podcast, as James and Mike ponder over the best matches of the season and debate the best new signing and player of the year. There’s chat about average attendances and just what can be done to improve them, especially in light of the IMG grading system. We also discuss the ne…

Widnes coach Allan Coleman reflects on the Wakefield defeat, paying tribute to the returning Shane Grady. Just how could the worrying situation at Whitehaven impact Widnes' play-off chances? James and Mike answer your questions from the mailbox and look ahead to the Sheffield game. Plus Kieran Dixon reflects on his Widnes exit and move to Oldham, w…

We catch up with forward Lucas Green, who has played for five different clubs in 2024, but is now very much in favour at Widnes. John Lawless speaks to Allan Coleman following Widnes' home defeat against Featherstone. James and Mike debate the decisions from the Featherstone match and answer your questions as submitted through the Widnes Rugby Leag…

In the latest episode, James and Mike discuss who Widnes have currently got under contract for the 2025 season, while Vikings coach Allan Coleman gives his immediate reaction to a fourth straight win over Whitehaven. Join the Widnes Rugby League Fans Facebook pageBy Widnes Rugby Chat - Widnes Vikings Rugby League Podcast

Allan Coleman explains the absence of Keanan Brand and discusses the win over Bradford, in a week leading up to the transfer deadline where Widnes have added four players to the squad until the end of the season. There's chat about the IMG situation, and whether it is better for Widnes if there's a vote of no confidence. We also cover the new deals…

James and Mike return to discuss all the big talking points from Widnes' win at Halifax, as well as a debate on the quality and future of the Championship, after another fine showcase of part-time rugby league between the two sides. A post-match chat with Allan Coleman features, where he reveals how the officials explained that baffling penalty awa…

Leading rugby league journalist Matt Shaw joins James and Mike to look ahead to Widnes' trip to Halifax, and discuss how the IMG gradings impact on both clubs and their futures. Do either have any realistic chance of a return to Super League? We've also got chat on player signings and rumours, while John Lawless catches up with Allan Coleman follow…

Everything that could go wrong, did go wrong for Widnes in their latest defeat away at Swinton. Vikings coach Allan Coleman reflects on their injury woe, the mid-season dip in-form and the current status of the dual-registration partnership with Warrington. James and Mike discuss the fall-out from Nick Gregson's social media post that went viral on…

Ant Walker joins us on this episode of the podcast to explain his shock exit from Widnes, while James and Mike pore over the Batley defeat and discuss just why Widnes seem to hit a bump at this stage of the season. There’s also more transfer talk, with a possible new centre linked with a move to the club……

James and Mike ponder the key moments from the Sheffield game, while John Lawless catches up with winger Ollie Brookes. There's also talk on the latest transfer rumours linking Widnes to three players for next season and what it could mean for the squad. If you want to raise a topic for debate, contact @jdgsport on X/Twitter.…

Widnes pushed table toppers Wakefield all the way, and we caught up with man of the match Jordan Johnstone to discuss that game, his new deal and how he has got his mojo back after finding it hard to adjust to part-time rugby. Just how much money does it save by shutting a few blocks of the North Stand? We have the answer, as provided by Halton Bor…

The Widnes Rugby Chat podcast makes a long awaited return after a two-year hiatus. James Gordon is joined by Mike Parsons to discuss the Vikings' 2024 so far, and notably the most recent win away at York. Hear also from Allan Coleman, speaking straight after the York game. There's also chat looking ahead to the top of the table clash against Wakefi…

Nothin' but 18 wheels and the open road for the YAMS this week as they delve into the dark world of.... 'TRUCKERS' !!! Song(s) Len - Don't steal my sunshine Bob Dylan - The mighty quinn The international submarine band - Truck driving manBy YAM

The middle ages get us all in the end.... Enjoy this medieval creation *** Song(s) Nancy Sinatra - Sugar Town The Beegees - Islands In The Stream Dire Straits - Romeo and JulietBy YAM

The YAM's are back ! And this time it's personal........ Debts must be paid. Vendettas must be vendetted. In this wild west themed show the boys are joined by two members of the band 'Morning Wood' with an exclusive play of their brand new song 'Intertwined'. Roll the tape Music: Morning Wood - Intertwined George Strait - All my exes live in Texas …

Merry Christmas one and all. This episode speaks for itself....By YAM

What is a Doppelganger? Are twins doppelgangers? Does everyone have a Doppelganger? None of these questions are actually answered in this show Roll the tape.... Song(s) Mans Needs - The Cribs Sunshine on Leith - The Proclaimers You and Me Song - The WannadiesBy YAM

Long before the dawn of time and the creation of light there was The Young and Miserable. But now with the threat of extinction upon them, Ali and Dan have sent out a distress signal to two young bucks riding the stars to completion somewhere off the rings of Saturn. Will they answer the call? Will they save the young and miserable in time ? Find o…

Late last year Dannington pies released a new record. In this episode we dissect and discuss this record while praying to the shiny god of shoe gaze and awe SOng(s) ALL DANBy YAM

Roll that Yam butty all the way to the dog and duck, the YAMs have got a gig and you are all invited... Roll the tape Song(s) Too many to nameBy theyoungandmiserablepodcast

Ask yourself, Do I feel lucky? Well... Do ya Punk? SONG(s) Kylie Minogue - I should be so lucky Britney Spears - Lucky The Lightening Seeds - Lucky YouBy theyoungandmiserablepodcast

Literature sits on the tongues of the Yamily this week as the lads sail through the rivers and lakes of the written word, But.... Can the lads read? SONG[S] Kate Bush - Wuthering Heights Daniel Bedingfield - I Can't Read YouBy theyoungandmiserablepodcast

Welcome back to the YAMILY, We know you've missed us. In this first Episode of the brand new series Ali and Dan hark back to The Good Old Days... Song: Tupac - Yam Mansion Prefab sprout - The king of rock n rollBy theyoungandmiserablepodcast

For the first episode of 2022, James catches up with Widnes head coach Simon Finnigan to discuss the off-season, pre-season and how preparations are going for the new campaign. Thanks to our sponsors: PD Law Solicitors Arnold Gorse Financial Management WISSL Parklands FC You can contact me via Twitter or via jdgsport.com…

Widnes coach Simon Finnigan reflects on the 2021 season, the highs and the lows, and talks about the recruitment for 2022 and his hopes for moving forward. Thanks to our sponsors: PD Law Solicitors Arnold Gorse Financial Management WISSL Parklands FC You can contact me via Twitter or via jdgsport.com…

In the latest episode, James is joined by BBC Radio Merseyside's John Lawless to discuss the home defeat against Batley, looking ahead to the rest of the season and 2022, as well as how any planned re-structures in the sport will impact Widnes. Thanks to our sponsors: PD Law Solicitors Arnold Gorse Financial Management WISSL Parklands FC The podcas…

Widnes coach Simon Finnigan talks about the win away at Bradford and how they prepared for the short and narrow pitch, as well as looking ahead to the trip to Halifax. He also updates on injuries, recruitment and form players. This was recorded before the signing of Lewis Hulme and the release of Calum O'Neill. Thanks to our sponsors: PD Law Solici…

Fans are finally back! I speak to five fans who attended Widnes' win over Whitehaven at the weekend, the first Widnes game fans have been able to attend for more than a year. I also catch up with Simon Finnigan following the 44-6 win, discussing injuries, in-form players and recruitment plans. Thanks to our sponsors: PD Law Solicitors Arnold Gorse …

After the club record equalling defeat to Toulouse last week, Widnes welcome York City Knights this weekend, a club firmly on the up. I caught up with Knights media man Gavin Wilson to talk about the threats Widnes will face this weekend and how both clubs sit in the Championship reckoning. Thanks to our sponsors: PD Law Solicitors Arnold Gorse Fin…

Widnes coach Simon Finnigan joins me for a frank discussion about the club's disastrous recent form, which has seen back-to-back defeats to Dewsbury and Batley. I'm also joined by one of Finnigan's former team-mates, Australian winger Justin Murphy, who had a memorable five-game spell with the club back in 2004. Thanks to our sponsors: PD Law Solic…

Rugby league journalist Ian Cheveau is this week's guest on the podcast, as we look at Widnes' first four games of the season; the current state of the squad and what the realistic hopes for the season can be. Thanks to our sponsors: PD Law Solicitors Arnold Gorse Financial Management WISSL Parklands FC The podcast will be released every fortnight …

A detailed chat with Simon Finnigan following the first two games of the season, his reaction to the cup draw against Salford and looking ahead to the opening league game of the season against his former club Newcastle. He also reveals the extent of Logan Tomkins' foot injury and the club's possible move in to the transfer market. Thanks to our spo…

Willie Isa is the special guest for the latest Widnes Rugby Chat, as he talks about his time at the club from 2012-2015, where he turned from an unprolific outside back to a fearsome forward who would win a Super League title with Wigan. Also in this episode, current Vikings head coach Simon Finnigan and Jack Owens look ahead to the 2021 season, in…

Former Widnes captain Kevin Brown opens up about his time at the club and his controversial departure, while we also hear from current captain Jack Owens and head coach Simon Finnigan ahead of the new season. Brown is celebrating his testimonial year in 2021 and leaves a message for Widnes fans during the episode. Thanks to our sponsors: PD Law Sol…

The podcast is back and the first episode of 2021 has an in-depth and wide-ranging interview with Widnes Vikings chief executive Phil Finney. We cover a host of topics, including the club's decision to disband the academy, the current financial situation, the coaching change over the close season and plenty more. 2:40 Phil Finney introduction 4:04 …

It's Shakira versus Lou Bega in this weeks visit to the YAMily..... Roll the tape...By theyoungandmiserablepodcast

This week Dan finally opens up about his traumatising experience with a high profile businessman in the most controversial episode yet! Also more music from the boys as they duel it out with their own versions of popular songs.... Roll the tape Song(s): thirteen - big star Staceys Mom - Fountains of Wayne…

It's a YAM birthday party as the boys celebrate a year orbiting the earth..... SONG(S): How Long - Pochenski....You make my dreams come true - Hall and Oates....Scooby snacks - Fun lovin criminalsBy theyoungandmiserablepodcast

Welcome to a very special visit to the Yamily all about Ali's new album 'FOX MUZAK'. The boys dissect the album and discuss for scientific purposes. Roll the tape ... Song(s): FOX MUZAK (ALBUM) - Ali IngleBy theyoungandmiserablepodcast

Monsters are on the Menu this week for the YAMs in a belated halloween episode. Roll the tape.... Song: Monster Mash - Bobby PickettBy theyoungandmiserablepodcast

All work and no play makes Dan a dull YAM, while Ali gets tested for psychopathy. Roll the tape.... Song: Mad World - Tears For FearsBy theyoungandmiserablepodcast

Hungry for YAM ? Well tuck in or f**k off..... Roll the tape... Song: Closing Time - SemisonicBy theyoungandmiserablepodcast

When God created The YAMS he was drunk and high... Roll the tape... Song: God - John LennonBy theyoungandmiserablepodcast

It's fears, tears and sh** smeared careers for the boys this week... also a sneak first time playing of the new Ali Ingle song 'grey_sky_blonde' Roll the tape .... song: F.E.A.R - Ian BrownBy theyoungandmiserablepodcast

“And above all, watch with glittering eyes the whole world around you because the greatest secrets are always hidden in the most unlikely places. Those who don't believe in magic will never find it.” ― Roald Dahl Roll The Tape .... Song: Magic - ColdplayBy theyoungandmiserablepodcast

The moment you are born you are already dying, so why not make a list of things you want to do before returning to the Earth? This is what the YAM's did........ Song: The Bucket - Kings Of LeonBy theyoungandmiserablepodcast

This week The Yams float back to a simpler time when cartoons were Kings and Queens ! Enjoy Roll the tape Song: On Melancholy Hill - GorillazBy theyoungandmiserablepodcast