The Wednesday Week

Despite off-field matters dominating the headlines — including the recent news of Sheffield Wednesday entering administration — there’s still the small matter of a huge game against Oxford United this weekend.

In our latest episode, Stevie chats with Fraser from @thefenceendpod to discuss what fans can expect on Saturday and how Oxford are adapting in their second season back in League One.

We cover all the big questions ahead of Sheffield Wednesday vs Oxford United:

🎙️ The Wednesday Week Podcast – Charlton Game Goals & Talking Points

It’s been another dramatic week in the world of Sheffield Wednesday! We break down all the key moments from the Charlton game — from Sonny Carey’s early strike to Reece Burke’s header and Jamal Lowe’s determined finish. We also dive into all the latest off-pitch news:

💰 Financial Turmoil – One embargo lifted, but an HMRC winding-up petition looms large, with reports of £750k–£1m in unpaid tax liabilities.

⚽ Squad Updates – Ernie Weaver undergoes surgery, physio Antonio Quintela departs for Nottingham Forest, and Joe Lumley could arrive on a 7...

In this episode, we’re joined by John from @Twe12thman to preview Wednesday night’s huge Championship clash between Sheffield Wednesday and Middlesbrough.

With Henrik Pedersen’s Owls without a first-choice goalkeeper and Rob Edwards’ Boro looking to build momentum, there’s plenty to unpack both on and off the pitch. We talk tactics, key battles, and how both sides are shaping up as we head deeper into the 2025/26 EFL Championship season.

We also dive into the off-field story — as Sheffield Wednesday supporters prepare to boycott this game, sending another clear message to the club’s h...

Ahead of this week's fixture down in the Big Smoke, Stevie sits down with Joe from  ⁨@charltonlive⁩  to see how The Addicks have found their return to The Championship following promotion last season. Expectations are high at The Valley and following a positive start to the season, Charlton seem to be enjoying life back in the second tier. With new(ish) owners at the helm are they ready to solidify their place back at this level? What are they expecting from The Owls this weekend? 

Find out here! 

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With the October International break in full swing, Stevie, Hollie and Simon delve into the mailbag to look through some of the questions that have been sent into TWW Towers! On this week's show we cover the usual range of honest opinions, topical discussions and irreverent nonsense!

Are we ready to bounce straight back from relegation, or are there darker days to come?

Are the mid-90s Puma shirts warmer than a sleeping bag?

What's the worst thing Hollie's ever had in her mouth?

Is the M69 the worst stretch o...

⚽ Exclusive Barry Bannan Interview – Sheffield Wednesday Podcast Special (Part Two) 🦉

We’re back with the second half of our in-depth interview with Sheffield Wednesday captain Barry Bannan on The Wednesday Week Podcast.

In Part Two, Baz dives deeper into his time at the club, reflecting on the highs and lows of life at Hillsborough. He opens up about his relationship with former boss Darren Moore and the incredible promotion run at Wembley 2023, before sharing how things have changed under Danny Röhl and why the squad have bought into his vision.

From his leadership...

It’s been another chaotic week at Sheffield Wednesday. On this episode of The Wednesday Week, we unpack a dramatic few days both on and off the pitch — from the 2–2 draw at Birmingham and the 5–0 hammering by Coventry, to fresh wage delays and yet another transfer embargo. We talk about fan protests, the Trust’s call to boycott the Middlesbrough game, and the symbolic black balloons flying over the away end. There’s also reflection on the late Milan Mandaric’s impact, some rare positivity with Ernie’s Player of the Month award, and discussion on what the new Head of IFR appointme...

⚽ Exclusive Barry Bannan Interview – Sheffield Wednesday Podcast Special (Part One) 🦉

This week on The Wednesday Week Podcast, we kick off a massive two-part special with Sheffield Wednesday captain Barry Bannan.

In Part One, Baz opens up about his relationship with chairman Dejphon Chansiri, reflecting on the support and challenges that come with being club captain under his ownership. He also takes us back through his career journey, sharing how the move to Sheffield Wednesday came about and why the club has become such a huge part of his life.

From first arriving at Hillsbo...

This Saturday we are the early kick off as Coventry City come to S6 in a fine run of form.

But SWFC are also three games unbeaten in which arguably we should have won the last two.

Dean from @SkyBluesExtra joins us to preview the game on what he thinks maybe a trickier tie than their previous games.

We chat about the current situation at SWFC and how he sees things as an opposing fan that his own club has been through with incompetent owners.

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Another week, another emotional rollercoaster at Hillsborough. We break down Sheffield Wednesday’s "thrilling" draw with QPR — was it tactical genius from the Owls or just 90 minutes of everyone forgetting how to shoot?

This week we’re also joined by Sheffield Star journalist Alex Miller, who shares his insider perspective on the latest drama surrounding Wednesday. From fresh non-payment rumours (because what’s football without a bit of financial chaos?) to off-pitch gossip, we’ve got all the stories Owls fans are talking about.

As always, expect a round-up of the chaos, the rumours, the shenanigan...

Join us on the latest episode of HFTOS as we welcome back Blues fan and journalist guest Sam Sheppey for the Sheffield Wednesday vs Birmingham City preview. With the Owls facing a tough midweek away game at St Andrews, Sam dives deep into the Championship 2025/26 season so far and how he sees the Blues season has started.

Sam shares his honest take on the Blues' rocky opening, despite manager Chris Davies splashing big cash on new signings. From defensive woes to attacking promise, we break down if the investment is paying off – and what it means fo...

In this week’s Wednesday Week podcast, we bring you an exclusive Lee Gregory interview. The Sheffield Wednesday striker looks back on his early career, his time at Hillsborough, and shares inside stories from the unforgettable Sheffield Wednesday promotion campaign — including that incredible comeback against Peterborough.

Gregory also talks about his relationship with teammates and managers, life as a striker at Hillsborough, and even how he almost derailed the play-offs by trying to save £40 on a Ryanair flight(!)

Whether you’re searching for insight, laughs, or pure Sheffield Wednesday nostalgia, this episode is a must-listen for all...

🎙️ Sheffield Wednesday vs QPR – Comprehensive Match Preview with Dan and Ben from @W12Podcast

The anticipation is building ahead of the Sheffield Wednesday vs QPR clash, and Dan sits down with Ben from @W12Podcast to provide a full match preview from a fan and tactical perspective. In this episode, we dive deep into everything Sheffield Wednesday supporters need to know before kick-off.

We cover all the latest team news, including potential injuries, suspensions, and squad updates, alongside predicted line-ups and tactical setups. Our discussion also includes an analysis of key players to watch for both Sh...

Sheffield Wednesday picked up a brilliant away win at Portsmouth – and we’ve got all the reaction! We break down a strong all-round performance, with a special spotlight on Ernie Weaver’s commanding display at the back. Could this rising star be a future Owls captain? We’ll also dig into the controversy surrounding George Brown’s decisive goal that had Pompey fans fuming. Plus, we’ll be referencing the recent @swfcwsg Women’s Supporters Group call, where Christine Seddon outlined the inspiring story of how Blackpool’s fan trust fought back to oust their unscrupulous owners.

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It’s been a tough one at Hillsborough as Sheffield Wednesday fell 3–0 to Bristol City. We break down where it went wrong, what it tells us about the squad, and what needs to change moving forward.

Plus, we round up all the latest Wednesday news from the week – transfer whispers (lol), injury updates, and any off-the-pitch talking points you need to know.

Tune in for honest chat, a bit of therapy, and the usual TWW nonsense👉

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Dan is joined by the excellent Alex from @DN35GTFC to talk up the upcoming clash between the Owls and the Mariners ⚽️🦉⚓️

Are Grimsby fans looking forward to it? Do they fancy their chances of progressing, or could our second string throw a spanner in the works?

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Following the international break, Stevie is joined by @turtletuvs from @ForeverBristol1 to preview this weekend’s fixture against Bristol City. 

The Robins are flying high following a bright start to the season, but how optimistic are they for this season under new gaffer Gerhard Struber? 

⚽️ Do they have enough firepower for a promotion push? 

🧐 How has the new gaffer got them set up? 

🧠 Is there a way to break them down? 

🎯 Is a Scott Twine free kick really as good as a penalty?! 

Listen here…

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This week on The Wednesday Week, we put our own spin on the classic panel show Room 101! The gang debate what deserves to be banished forever from football, with plenty of laughs (and arguments) along the way. From ridiculously tiny shin pads, to the pain of queueing at Hillsborough, and those oh-so-suspect tactical injuries, nothing is safe from the chop.

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This week on The Wednesday Week, Ash, Stevie and Dan take on the questions you’ve sent in. Sometimes it’s about football, sometimes it’s about Dan’s questionable right-wing views on ketchup and cereal — but it’s always a laugh. From serious Owls chat to the completely random, we cover it all in our very own listener Q&A special.

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This week on The Wednesday Week we’ve got plenty to get into! We relive Tuesday night’s dramatic penalty shootout win over Leeds, before looking back at a tough defeat against Swansea. There’s fresh transfer news with a new face through the door, plus the latest on the ongoing takeover saga at Hillsborough. All that and more, as the Owls rollercoaster keeps rolling.

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This week’s Hello From The Other Side sees us joined by Luke from @swascastmedia to give us the inside track on Swansea City ahead of the weekend clash.

We chat about the Swans’ season so far, their form going into the tie, and which players Wednesday need to keep an eye on. Of course, we’ll also give our own thoughts on how the Owls are shaping up, what we’re expecting from the game, and where the key battles will be.

It’s your full match preview, packed with insight, banter, and build-up ahead of S...

⚽ Join the gang tonight as we break down a hard-fought point away at Hollywood FC in North Wales! We’ll dive into the big moments, ask whether it was a point gained or two lost, and try to make sense of the latest fan discourse 🔥 All that, plus the usual banter and BS you’ve come to expect from us.

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We are joined by YouTube royalty and Leeds Utd fan Joe Wainman to preview this weeks second round Carabao cup.

Thats right our old sparring partner from The White Rose Rivals is here to tell us all about Leeds United and how he thinks they will fare up against the owls at S6.

The Premier League team have had a mixed start to their league campaign and may look to the cup for a bit of game time for their new multimillion pound signings where as the owls may look to continue with...

With a trip to Wrexham on the horizon, Stevie talks to @NathSalt1 from the @RobRyanRed podcast to preview our visit to The Racecourse Ground.

The Red Dragons are winless after their first two games back in the Championship. Is this an opportunity for The Owls to get themselves off the mark this weekend? 

🦉What do they make of the goings on at Wednesday? 

⚽️ How has Windass settled in? 

👨‍💼 Is Parkinson the right manager for them in the Championship? 

❌ Are they the most hated team in the league? 

👀 Who do they thi...

This week on the pod, we’ve got plenty to chew over as Sheffield Wednesday faced Bolton at the weekend and took on Stoke in midweek. We’ll be breaking down the key moments, the standout performances, and where the team still needs to sharpen up. But it’s not just about the football on the pitch — the coffin protest has put supporter frustrations firmly in the spotlight, and we’ll be talking about what it means for the club, the fans, and the wider mood around Hillsborough. From match analysis to off-field drama, join us for another lively chat about all...

🎙 Hello From The Other Side – This week, we’re talking up Saturday’s 3pm clash at Hillsborough with Stoke City fan Rori Thomas. With the Potters heading to S6 after an opening-day comeback win over Derby and a nail-biting penalty shootout against Walsall in the Cup, we get the inside scoop on Mark Robins’ early reign, the danger men to watch, and whether their fighting spirit is the real deal or just August optimism. We round things off with predictions and considered views from both sides of the fixture.

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This week, we’re crossing enemy lines (in the nicest possible way) to chat with the Bolton boys from @TrotterChatPod ahead of Sheffield Wednesday’s League cup away day at the Toughsheet. We break down the game from every angle, including:

It’s your perfect matchday warm-up… just with a bit more Yorkshire grit and Lancashire banter.

Ho...

The Owls’ Championship campaign kicks off with a tough 2-1 defeat against Leicester, but there’s more to talk about than just the scoreline. We break down the match, the tireless effort from the players, and the positives to build on. Plus, we dive into the pre-match fan protest, what it means for the club, and how the mood around Hillsborough is shaping the season ahead.

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Ahead of the season opener against relegated Leicester City, Stevie talks to Brad from @ltidtv.

After a difficult season in the Premier League, The Foxes are gearing up for a promotion push back tin the top table of English football.

What did Leicester make of Ruud van Nistelrooy?

Do they regret missing out on Danny Röhl?

Will the football under Cifuentes be an upgrade?

How good is Abdul Fatawu?

Do they think there’s hope for Wednesday this season?

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Sheffield Wednesday are in absolute meltdown. Danny Röhl has left, Neil Thompson quietly follows, and Henrik Pedersen steps into a burning job. Wage delays, staff walkouts, North Stand closures, and the EFL watching closely—this isn’t just trouble, it’s a full-blown crisis at Hillsborough.

We break down everything you need to know:

✅ Why Röhl left Sheffield Wednesday

✅ Henrik Pedersen’s plans for survival

✅ Barry Bannan’s emotional return

✅ The financial disaster and EFL concerns

✅ Players’ joint statement and fan protests

✅ Takeover rumours and the Trust’s fi...

In this episode, we round up all the latest goings-on at Hillsborough — or lack thereof. With no word from the chairman and continued silence from the manager, fans are left in the dark as questions about the club’s direction continue to mount. We discuss the growing frustration and what it might mean as the season edges closer.

We also take a look at the latest transfer rumours, pre-season talking points, and squad developments.

And finally, we say goodbye to a cult hero — Callum Paterson has officially left Sheffield Wednesday. We reflect on his impact, his un...

Stevie sits down with Simon Clarke, founder of @SpeakeasyClub1, to talk about his powerful new project — a 40-mile ‘Bench Walk’ from Pride Park to Hillsborough, raising awareness for mental health. 🧠💬

Discover the story behind Speakeasy Club, the meaning of the pink benches outside the club shop and the @SWFCCP base, and how they’re creating safe spaces to talk.

Plus, Simon and Stevie dive into the current state of Sheffield Wednesday, what’s next for the club, and the hopes for the next generation of Wednesdayites. 🦉💙

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🎙️ On this special episode of The Wednesday Week, host Dan sits down with Sheffield music royalty — Martyn Ware of Heaven 17 and founding member of The Human League. They take a nostalgic journey through Martyn’s humble beginnings in Sheffield, reflecting on the pivotal moment he chose music over a job at the Co-Op — a decision that would lead him to become one of the most respected figures in British music history. From synth-pop anthems to producing for icons, Martyn shares his incredible story. And of course, as a lifelong Owl, he couldn’t resist weighing in on the current state of Sheffield...

This week’s Wednesday Week is one for the history books — and not in a good way.

We cover Danny Rohl’s late and reportedly frosty return to Middlewood Road, which has left some senior players and staff stunned.

Josh Windass and Michael Smith have exited by "mutual consent" – but was it really mutual?

A leaked document reveals over £4.7m in debt, unpaid wages, and chaos behind the scenes.

Add in concerns over the North Stand’s structural safety, the backlash over a £72 home shirt, and yet another stalled takeover… and we’re only hal...

🔵⚪ This Week, Rohl Returns, Takeover Twists & MP Fury ⚪🔵

In this explosive episode of The Wednesday Week, we dive into one of the most dramatic weeks in recent memory for Sheffield Wednesday.

🌀 Danny Rohl makes a shock U-turn — what does it mean for the club?

📄 Contract extensions for young talents — but who’s staying and who’s still in limbo?

🏛️ MPs Clive Betts and Louise Haigh take aim at Dejphon Chansiri in Parliament

💼 Takeover battle intensifies — Tilman Fertitta and John Textor emerge as frontrunners

🔁 Gassama and Musaba transfer sagas heat up

Plus: reaction fr...

It's been one of the most turbulent weeks in recent Sheffield Wednesday history — and that's saying something.

In this episode, we break down a chaotic timeline that saw confirmation of another missed wage payment, the start of 15-day notice periods, and the very real threat of player walkouts. As news filters in that at least six players have handed in notice, we look at how the club arrived at this crisis — and what might happen next.

We also cover:

⚠️ Emergency funds falling short

⚠️ Coaching staff in limbo

⚠️ A third EFL embargo

It’s been another chaotic week at Hillsborough, and we’re here to break it all down. From takeover drama involving US bidders and John Textor, to Milan Mandaric stepping back, to fresh doubts over Danny Röhl’s future — plus embargo news, unpaid wages, and preseason upheaval. We cover the lot, including fixture news and what comes next for SWFC. Join us for all the latest on Sheffield Wednesday!

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We are back with the last seven days run through of what's been happening in the world of Sheffield Wednesday.

This week we have had a previous owner interviewed and saying he's flying in. Confirmation that the club has been placed in a three window transfer restriction and the sad news that this years Owls in the Park has been cancelled with only ten days to go.

Its not easy being a SWFC fan at the moment but lets hope this is the start of something changing at the club.

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In this special episode of The Wednesday Week, we’re joined by Sheffield Wednesday Women’s striker Amy Broomhead – or should we say… Broomdog. That’s right, a new nickname is born as Amy talks us through her life leading the line for the Owls, her biggest footballing highs, and what really goes down in the changing room.

We find out who’s rocking the worst dress sense (it’s bad… like, really bad), who needs their Spotify privileges revoked, and what Amy needs to function on matchday (hint: snacks may be involved). It’s goals, giggles, and a proper good...

In this episode, we begin with a considered discussion of the recent timeline of events at Hillsborough. However, the conversation takes an unexpected turn as we're interrupted by yet another interview with prospective SWFC owner Adam Shaw. Dan responds with an impassioned 15-minute monologue that encapsulates the frustrations of many Wednesdayites. Alongside the usual insights and light-hearted moments, we also delve into some historical context behind the current situation.

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