Fearless in Devotion
Four lifelong Wrexham fans discuss the highs and lows of following their beloved Red Dragons.Every week, Tim, Andy, Liam and Rhys will have regular features, interviews and trivia.Join the lads on Twitter @Fearlessidzine Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Episode 303 - Maxine Hughes on Welcome to Wrexham, Cancer And Rob & Ryan's Long-Term Plan
Sheâs one of the stars of Welcome to Wrexham and Rob and Ryanâs official Welsh translator. As a reporter sheâs been caught up in coups and visited nuclear disasters but nothing could prepare her for her own battle over the last 18 months.
In a Fearless in Devotion special, Andy and Liam talk to Maxine Hughes as she lifts the lid on her battle with triple negative cancer. She reveals how the Wrexham AFC family helped her - especially Rob Mac and Ryan Reynolds.
She also talks how Welcome to Wrexham has ch...
Episode 302 - The Reds rise from the dead
Weâre back in the race. After a brilliant smash and grab against Sheffield United Rhys, Tim and Andy ask if that was the best win of the season. We examine just how Parkyâs battered army managed to turn it around at Bramall Lane and what it means for the play-off picture. Rhys lays into our fans in an amazing, and slightly unhinged tirade, while we hail Sam Smith, Issa Kabore and George Thomason for their recent efforts.
We also examine a brilliant win with a brilliant goal for Wrexham Women, calls up to the Welsh side...
Episode 301 - Wrexham AFC Playoff Race: Is the Slump Real?
The battle for the play-offs is heating up as Wrexham have left the door open to the chasing pack. Andy, Tim and Liam discuss Tuesdayâs loss to Watford and ask was it tiredness, or something more?
Who is the most knackered out there and who do we really need back after the international break? But really, is everyone just overreacting and do we need to get real?
We look at the refereeâs performance, the race for the play offs and ask if we really had a good transfer window in the cold...
Episode 300 â Dragons Pluck the Swans
The Welsh Derby didnât disappoint - at least if youâre of a North Walian persuasion! This week on Fearless in Devotion, Liam, Tim and Andy bask in the glow of a clinical 2-0 win for Wrexham over Swansea City under the Friday night lights.
In this episode:
Swansea Reaction: Was it a case of "substance over style"? Swansea had the ball, but Wrexham had the goals. We discuss Arthur Okonkwo silencing the Jacks, standout shifts from Doyle and Hyam, and the bitter reactions from South Wales.
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Episode 299 - Wrexham vs Swansea Preview: Ryan, Rob & SNOOP DOGG?! Plus Hull Post-Match Talk
Itâs Welsh derby time as Tim, Liam and Andy preview the big match against Swansea at the Cae Ras on Friday.
Thereâs certain to be some star power with Ryan Reynolds - fresh from watching the Hull match from the tech end - and Rob Mac coming over to commentate. Thereâs also chance of a certain Snoop Dogg making an appearance - but what team should we play?
We look at how injuries have bitten and ask what weâd change for the visit of the Jacks. We also pour through t...
Episode 298 â "F*** VAR": Wrexham exit FA Cup in 4-2 thriller against Chelsea
Wow....caught your breath yet? An exhausted Tim and stunned Liam look back at Wrexham's glorious FA Cup defeat to Chelsea and why there are far more positives than negatives.
We also dig deep into the main talking points, which all centred around Wrexhamâs first taste of VAR.
Was it or wasn't it a red card for George Dobson? Did Lewis Brunt's toenail really gain an unfair advantage?
Plus: Was that the best Cae Ras atmosphere in a long time? Why is Garnacho so disliked? Karate Kid star in th...
Episode 297 â Can Wrexham Slay Chelsea? FA Cup 5th Round Preview with Andy Morrell & Harry Brent
Itâs the tie everyone has been waiting for as Wrexham welcome Premier League giants Chelsea to a sold-out Racecourse Ground for a massive FA Cup fifth round clash on Saturday.
In this episode, Rhys, Liam and Andy are joined by Wrexham legend Andy Morrell and Chelsea expert Harry Brent to break down the tactical battle, the emotional history between the two clubs and how the Red Dragons can pull off the ultimate giant-killing.
We also look ahead to the newly announced 2026 US Tour and check in on the Championship play-off race after Hu...
Episode 296 â The Reds March On & Mickey Thomas Rallies the Faithful for Chelsea!
Happy St. Davidâs Day! Join Rhys, Tim and Liam as we recap another massive week for the Town. We kick things off by dissecting the Charlton result, debating whether Wrexham are riding a wave of luck after those heroic blocks from Dobson and KaborĂ©. With Ollie Rathbone staking his claim for player of the season and Arthur Okonkwo pulling off a world-class save, we ask just how far this momentum can take us.
Beyond the men's first team, we celebrate a historic afternoon at the Cardiff City Stadium where Wrexham Women defeated Cardiff 3-1 in fro...
Episode 295 - Parky's Winning Machine: Wrexham vs Portsmouth Review & Charlton Preview
Phil Parkinson's Wrexham winning machine rolls on as Tim, Andy and Liam dissect nervy 2-1 win over Portsmouth which has cemented our place in the play-offs. We ask the big question: are we now looking above us rather than behind?
We also dive deep into a massive Racecourse Ground rumour regarding the Chelsea match and potential stadium changes that could affect every supporter. (Note: This remains unconfirmed by the club, but we break down what it could mean if true!)
Finally, we're joined by guest Callum to preview our trip to Charlton Athletic...
Episode 294 - Super Wrexham Go Ballistic Ipswich Are Atrocious
What a weekend for Wrexham AFC. Not only did the men pull off one of their greatest results since the takeover - the womenâs side snared their first bit of silverware. Tim, Andy and Rhys are ecstatic as they look at both amazing victories. As well as reflecting on Jenny Sugarmanâs history makers we ask: was that Lewis OâBrienâs AND George Thomasonâs best game for Wrexham and how much credit must go to Parky for moulding ANOTHER promotion hunting team?
We also look at a near assault on one our players, ask if Ben She...
Episode 293 - (Late) Bristol Review and Ipswich Preview
SORRY THIS IS LATE!!!
Andy and Tim take a brief look back at Tuesday's 2-2 at Bristol City before wondering how many changes Phil Parkinson will make ahead of Saturday's visit of Ipswich Town, just eight days after defeating them in the FA Cup.
PLUS: Eurovision X Wrexham AFC; is Kaboré nearing his best form?; why Lewis O'Brien is feeling confident ahead of the Chelsea clash.
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Episode 292 - Wrexham Draw Chelsea in FA Cup Thriller â Reaction & What It Means for the Red Dragons
This is a big one. Wrexham have drawn Chelsea in the FA Cup â and once again the eyes of the football world are on the Red Dragons.
Andy, Liam and special guest Simon Cooke react to the blockbuster tie, exploring the surprising connections between Wrexham and the West London giants.
They look at why Phil Parkinson seems to have a cup hoodoo over Chelsea, revisit previous pre-season âfriendliesâ between the sides, and ask whether this draw feels written in the stars.
The episode also covers Wrexhamâs FA Cup victory over Ips...
Episode 291 - Shaun Harvey Exclusive: Wrexham's Transfer Secrets & Five Years of Ryan and Rob
This is a big one. Andy, Tim and Liam sit down with Wrexham non-executive director Shaun Harvey for an in-depth look at the Red Dragonsâ January transfer window. He reveals the strategy, how close the club came to landing some major names and the inside story behind the three deals that did get over the line.
Harvey also reflects on five years under Ryan Reynolds and Rob Mac's ownership, sharing behind-the-scenes insight into how the ownership model works - plus a few brilliant stories along the way.
To round things off, he gives hi...
Episode 290 - Millwall Reaction AND Mullin & Lee CALL OUT Parky
Well, you canât win them all and Rhys, Liam and Andy are on hand to dissect the Millwall defeat. Did they out-Wrexham us, was Max really to blame for the opener and are injuries going to cost us? Dr Rhys is on hand to help us on that last one. We also discuss Millwall fans being a little fighty in a throwback to the bad old days.
Then we dive headlong into a thorny issue. The remarks from Elliot Lee and Paul Mullin that seemingly call out Phil Parkinson and his treatment of them. Who is in...
Episode 289 - Deadline Day DONE: Keillor-Dunn & Cadamarteri Join Wrexham
Itâs done. In fact, you could say itâs Keillor-Dunn. Liam, Andy and Tim rate and slate Wrexham's transfer window as it slams shut with THREE new recruits arriving at the Racecourse Ground.
We break down the signings of Zak Vyner from Bristol City, Davis Keillor-Dunn from Barnsley and Bailey Cadamarteri from Sheffield Wednesday. We also look at how they fit into the squad and then name our first choice starting XI.
We also talk about the ones that got away - weâre looking at you, right wing-backs - and some emotio...
Episode 288 - Dragons Slay the Owls
Tim, Andy, Liam and Rhys pore through another away - our fourth in a row - at Sheffield Wednesday and ask if weâre cementing ourselves in the play-offs. We also ask who is our preferred striker, Keiffer Moore or Sam Smith, what a day out in Sheffield is like and is that the best goalie clearance we can remember?
We then go head long into transfers, with all the latest names linked which we rate and slate including Zak Vyner. We also say goodbye to the likes of Paul Mullin, Andy Cannon and to a lesser de...
Episode 287 - Truth behind Wrexham's mega ÂŁ48m cash boost & Sheffield Wednesday preview
Andy and Liam are joined by two special guests for this midweek FiD episode as we preview Saturdayâs big game at Sheffield Wednesday.
First we look at that match with Mirror Sports editor and Wednesday fan James Whaling. He takes us through the whole horrible saga and explains it for the layman with echoes of what happened to us. But there is hope as the Owls enter administration.
He also tells us more about Josh Windassâ âcelebrationsâ before we delve into the transfer latest. Look away James, one of the names is Wednesda...
Episode 286 - Loftus Road Liftoff
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Rhys, Andy, Liam and Tim are happy. Weâre over the moon as Wrexham AFC are in the play off positions after a truly stunning last-gasp win against Queenâs Park Rangers that left us all breathless.
We examine how a lacklustre first half turned into a barnstorming second, we hail Josh Windass as the best sub performance ever and ask - is this best Wrexham away performance weâve experienced? We got star spotting at Loftus Road and review the posh seats
On top of that we look into...
Episode 285 - James McClean's gesture and Wrexham AFC's big picture with Ian Herbert
In this midweek Fearless podcast, we zoom out and tackle the big picture at Wrexham AFC, as well as James McClean's farewell and that gesture to the away fans.
Weâre joined by a man whoâs literally written the book on Wrexhamâs modern history. Ian Herbert, deputy chief sports writer at the Daily Mail, joins Andy and Liam to provide his insight on the wider forces shaping the club on and off the pitch.
First, we react to the late sucker punch against Leicester, debate our preferred XIs and ask whether the at...
Episode 284 - Pecked to Death by the Canaries: Norwich 2â1 Wrexham
Well, you can't win them all. Wrexham's five-match winning run is over and Andy, Rhys, Liam and guest Barry Jones pick through the loss to Norwich.
We hail Arthur, but lament some poor performances - especially in the second period. We also pose a few questions including should Keiffer Moore start against Leicester and does Josh Windass fit in?
There's also big news with a goodbye to a legend in James McClean but we're glad we're holding on to another in Max Cleworth.
There's celeb guest, big transfer news and the Kop latest...
Episode 283 - Wrexham vs Norwich preview with Welsh football expert Iwan Roberts
This time out Andy and Liam are joined by former Welsh international and BBC Feast of Football pundit Iwan Roberts to dive into his old club, Norwich. But first we reflect on the Nottingham Forest FA Cup win and if Wrexham should move for a top level Championship striker ready for a transfer.
We look at Norwichâs problems this season and if they can overcome them, plus a deep dive into how he sees Phil Parkinsonâs side developing - and what our ambitions should be. Thereâs even time for a few tales about Parkin...
Episode 282 - Wrexham STUN Nottingham Forest in FA Cup classic as Arthur Okonkwo shines
Join Tim, Liam and Andy as we rave about an unforgettable FA Cup upset for Wrexham after beating Premier League side Nottingham Forest on penalties under the lights at the Racecourse Ground.
We discuss Arthur Okonkwo's heroic performance in goal and whether he's the best keeper we've seen. Where does that result rank in the pantheon of Wrexham's storied FA Cup history and who were the standout players?
We also chat about transfers and do we really need many tweaks? PLUS who does everyone want in Monday's fourth round draw?
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Episode 281 - Wrexham FA Cup preview with Nottingham Forest director Jonny Owen
FA Cup fever has gripped North Wales and who better to talk about it with than an icon of the Welsh footballing scene. Tim and Andy are joined by famed documentary maker Jonny Owen who also happens to be a director of our Friday opponents Nottingham Forest.Â
He tells us the story about exactly how that happened to a boy from Merthyr, plus covering Wrexham in his early days as a TV journalist. He regales us his fondness for Wrexham, his love of Welcome to Wrexham and a few fair brilliant stories - one involving a w...
Episode 280 - Ram Raid
Wrexham are rampant - and weâre here for it. Rhys, Tim, Liam and Andy discuss another brilliant win - Phil Parkinsonâs fourth in a row. And we hail the Parky effect as we sit ninth - just one point off the play offs. We discuss how Parkyâs done it and do we give him enough credit. We also hail Broadhead, Sam Smith and of course Matty James with THAT strike.
We also look through the latest transfer news as we seemingly battle Crystal Palace for a player and we ask a simple question - can we...
Episode 279 - Rathbone rampant as Wrexham brush Blackburn aside to climb Championship table
Tim, Andy, and Liam are back to toast a perfect start to 2026 as the town marched into Ewood Park and left with all three points.
It wasn't the New Year's Day team sheet many expected. The lads discuss the initial "pre-match panic" at a starting XI missing Josh Windass, Nathan Broadhead, and Kieffer Moore. Super Sam Smith got the nod, though, and didn't disappoint, getting us off the mark against Blackburn and proving he can lead the line in the Championship.
Ollie Rathbone didn't just look the part - he owned the pitch...
Episode 278 - Nathan Broadhead breaks through as Wrexham secure two huge festive wins
Rhys, Liam, Andy and Tim are back to unpack two huge wins for Wrexham over the festive period that have fans daring to dream of a play-off push once again.
We react to a battling 2-1 home victory over Preston - a performance full of grit and quality, but one overshadowed by an injury to top scorer Kieffer Moore. Do Wrexham need cover in January? Thereâs also praise for club-record signing Nathan Broadhead, who looks to be finding his best form at just the right time.
Attention then turns to Boxing Dayâs as...
Episode 277 - Wrexham suffer calamitous Swansea defeat as knives sharpen for Parky
Join Rhys, Tim and Liam as we discuss Wrexhamâs disheartening Welsh derby defeat at Swansea.Â
In our latest episode we question whether the knives are being sharpened for Phil Parkinson after a poor display, if Arthur Okonkwo deserves some slack after his calamitous mistake and what did Swansea local Rhys make of it all.
We also look ahead to the mouth-watering Boxing Day clash against Sheffield United at the Racecourse as Tim reveals some harsh comments from Blades fans which will have Kieffer Moore revved up to prove his doubters wrong.
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Episode 276 - Wrexham vs Swansea Preview, Watford Draw Reaction & Body Language Concerns
Join Tim and Liam as we look ahead to Wrexham's eagerly awaited away trip to Swansea for an all-Welsh Championship clash.
Our guest for this midweek episode is Luke from Swanscast, who gives us the lowdown on what's been a difficult season for the Swans so far and what to expect from Vitor Matos's team on Friday night.
Plus we reflect on the weekend's 2-2 draw at home against Watford and why the body language of some Wrexham players left us feeling frustrated.
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Episode 275 - Wrexham FA Cup draw reaction as Nottingham Forest clash excitement builds PLUS big investment news
Join Liam and Tim as we react to the exciting news that Wrexham have drawn Premier League side Nottingham Forest at home in the FA Cup third round!
We give our immediate thoughts on the draw and talk about players/managers with links to both teams, while Tim reminisces about a cracking cup double header against Forest from the 90s.
We also chat about even more good news as Wrexham have announced new minority investors as Apollo Sports Capital join the Rob and Ryan adventure and what it means for the club. Plus...
Episode 274 - Wrexham earn point against Preston thanks to King Arthur PLUS Hull preview
Tim and Liam discuss Wrexham's 1-1 draw away at Preston as an impressive goalkeeping performance from Arthur Okonkwo helped secure a share of the spoils.
We debate where Arthur ranks in terms of the greatest Wrexham keepers we've seen, are we REALLY the worst to visit Deepdale in a century and should we be worried about the number of draws we're getting?
Also, we get excited about the prospect of Wrexham entering the FA Cup in the third round and who we might draw. Finally, we look ahead to the midweek game against...
Episode 273 - Wrexham grab last-gasp point against Blackburn and pie-based prep for Preston
Liam and Tim discuss Wrexhamâs dramatic 1-1 draw with Blackburn Rovers at the Cae Ras as a last-gasp goal from Max Cleworth rescued a point and extended our unbeaten run to eight.Â
We mull over whether a draw was a fair result, if Parky got his team selection right and is now the time to start dreaming of the play-offs?
Also, Wrexham Women are flying high at the top of the Genero Adran Premier after a 4-2 win over Swansea back at The Rock.
Finally, we were delighted to be...
Episode 272 - Wrexham AFC vs Ipswich reaction, transfers news and which player hated Ryan and Rob (for a bit)
A pared down, lightweight pod this week to discuss our brave 0-0 draw against Ipswich with a scratch side. In it we coin a phrase, hail a low block, sing about a sausage roll, praise Arthur and the back four and thereâs even some kind words from Andy about James McClean. Yes, really. But are we lacking up front without big Keiffer? We ask the big questions such as that and how whatâs changed to make us lose just one in 11.
Thereâs also Wrexham Womenâs 11-0 win (that is not a typo), Fletch hating R...
Episode 271 - Wrexham vs Ipswich preview, Kop latest and big women's team news
As a little something to whet the appetite before Wrexham's return to Championship (remember that?) action we're joined by Craig from the Blue Monday⏠podcast to explore all things Ipswich Town.
But before that we look at Wales' route to the World Cup, the latest Kop news, an update on The Rock and the women's team plus the injury to Issa Kabore. Do you remember Danny Sonner, Tony Humes and Simon Betts? We ask Craig if he does...
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Episode 270 - Wrexham's Championship report card with Andy Morrell - who gets As and who gets an F?
This week weâre joined by stone-cold Wrexham legend Andy Morrell as we rate the season so far. Who did we hand out the As for, and which player did Tim give an F to? Find out as we go through all the players and rate (or slate) them this term.
We also look at another impressive win for the womenâs team, plus thereâs more Kop news and even some transfer chat.
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Episode 269 - Wrexham beat Charlton at the circus, Kop development and Collierâs Park news
A family pod sees Rhys, Tim, Liam and Andy discuss winning in a circus as that clown Nathan Jones was sent back down south with his tail between his legs, crying (probably). We look in detail at a tight match that had some great performances and a brave call from the officials. We also ask where Arthur Okonkwo is in his development and where Phil Parkinsonâs team are overall in terms of settling into the Championship.
We look James McCleanâs comments about moving on from Wrexham and the impact the Irishman has had on us
Episode 268 - Wrexham grind out 0-0 at Pompey with roving reporter Gilpin
Rhys and Tim are joined by a Fratton Park-loitering Andy to briefly dissect Wrexham's goalless draw at Portsmouth.
The trio also look ahead to Saturday's visit of Charlton Athletic and wonder if history will repeat itself with the memorable win at the 'circus' echoing in their minds.
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Episode 267 - Wrexham's brilliant Coventry win, Rob Mac's remarks & bold prediction!
Rhys, Andy, Liam and Tim discuss what could be a statement win for Wrexham in the Championship - a 3-2 win over unbeaten Coventry City.
And we all have an opinion on owner Rob McElhenneyâs tweet backing Parky which some have taken as âhaving a goâ at fans who booed against Cardiff.
But itâs all about Coventry as a Kieffer Moore-inspired Dragons put them to the sword. We discuss just how good the wing-backs were as well as the ex-Cov contingent in Hyam and Sheaf.
We also look at Wrexham Womenâs fine win...
Episode 266 - Wrexham fans fuming after Cardiff defeat â can Parky respond against Coventry?
Wrexhamâs Carabao Cup exit to Cardiff has left a sour taste in the mouths of fans and we unpack exactly why. From a baffling team selection to players looking lost, we ask whether Phil Parkinson misread the occasion and how much credit he has left in the bank.
With the next week-and-a-half potentially pivotal, we look ahead to Friday nightâs Championship clash at home to Coventry. Myles Cadden from Sky Blues Fans TV joins us to discuss their strong start under Frank Lampard, how the former Chelsea man has transformed their fortunes and why Haji...
Episode 265 - The North vs South Wales Derby Returns as Wrexham take on Cardiff City
Join Liam, Andy and Tim as we discuss Wrexham securing a valuable point away at high-flying Middlesbrough in the Championship.
The lads debate whether it should have been three points rather than one after Josh Windass handed Wrexham a first half lead at the Riverside and Kieffer Moore missed a gilt-edged chance to make it 2-0 in the second half. Was this performance a sign that Parky and his players truly belong in this league? Also, Andy and Tim give their verdicts on the fabled culinary delight that is the Parmo!
PLUS, the...
Episode 264 - Middlesbrough v Wrexham Preview: Can the Reds Build on Oxford Win?
Tim and Liam celebrate Wrexham's first home Championship win of the season after a 1-0 victory over Oxford United.
We discuss star performances from Matty James, Dom Hyam and Nathan Broadhead. Plus was Callum Doyle's second half challenge worthy of a red card?
We're then joined by Dana Malt from the Boro Breakdown podcast as we look ahead to Saturday's trip to high-flying Middlesbrough.
Find out what's making Rob Edwards' side tick and why every Wrexham fan making the journey needs to try one of Teeside's famous Parmos!