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Nathan Salt and Rich Fay bring you all the latest news and insight from the world of Wrexham as Ryan Reynolds and Rob McElhenney look to guide them up the leagues. Subscribe to never miss an episode.Can be found on Instagram | TikTok | BlueSky | X to follow for me.This Podcast has been created and uploaded by RobRyanRed. The views in this Podcast are not necessarily the views of talkSPORT. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Episode 284: Go West
The international break is finally over and it's time to get a clean run to the finish to decide who will finish in the Championship play-offs.
Rich has swapped the sun of Spain for the podcast mic once again and he joins Nathan to discuss the injury latest, the success of the women's team after their maiden Adram Premier title, as well as teeing up the Easter trip to face West Brom.
Nathan gets the opposition lowdown from Albion Analysis podcaster Chris Hall for all we need to know on the Baggies.
<...Episode 283: Comeback Kings
A come-from-behind win that was as sweet as any in the Phil Parkinson era away to Sheffield United ensured Wrexham went into the international break with life still in their play-off bid.
Rich is away on holiday in sunny Spain so Nathan is joined by journalist Ian Mitchelmore to reflect on that win in Yorkshire, what it means with seven games to go, with plenty to discuss on Kieffer Moore, the injury situation, stick or twist with Issa Kabore, and the rotation of the No 10s.
There is even a nod to the...
Episode 282: Wat Next
Defeat to Watford is a stark reminder of just how tough this run-in will be in the bid for the play-offs.
Nathan and Rich discuss the rotation at No 10, what exactly went wrong at Vicarage Road, and what Wrexham's XI should look like away to Sheffield United next up.
0:00 - Introduction
1:02 - Verdict on Watford defeat
10:20 - The Zak Vyner long throw debate
20:26 - Should Windass start with or ahead of Broadhead?
29:46 - Is workrate overrated?
35:32 - Our thoughts ahead of Sheffield United<...
Episode 281: The Swan And Only
Nothing quite like winning a Welsh derby with Rob and Ryan in the commentary booth to really get the footballing world all riled up about Wrexham again.
Nathan and Rich rejoice at getting the play-off bid back on track, look at the form of Dom Hyam and Arthur Okonkwo, as well as look ahead to Watford on Tuesday night with the help of the guys from the Do Not Scratch Your Eyes podcast.
0:00 - Introduction
1:02 - Verdict on Swansea City win
11:00 - Form of Okonkwo/Hyam
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Episode 280: Running On Empty
An FA Cup hangover allows Hull City to do the league double over Wrexham, raising plenty of questions about how much longer this walking wounded Wrexham side can remain in the fight for the play-offs.
Nathan and Rich discuss the mounting injury woes, ask what Phil Parkinson can do to navigate it, while Rich is joined by the great Elis James to tee up Friday night's HUGE game against Swansea City.
0:00 - Introduction
1:15 - Verdict on Hull City defeat
16:20 - Optimistic or pessimistic in Wrexham's play-off hopes?
23:12...
Episode 279: Dismayed in Chelsea
Well, VAR sucks.
Nathan and Rich reconvene in the aftermath of Wrexham's agonising 4-2 FA Cup defeat to Chelsea at the Racecourse on a night where George Dobson was sent off, Wrexham scored three times (but had one chalked off), Ryan and Rob were in town, and Phil Parkinson came within a whisker of dumping out one of the game's elite sides.
The lads also discuss the knock-on effect of this result and what it means for our enormous clash with play-off rival Hull City on Tuesday.
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Episode 278: Reds vs Blues
Ollie Rathbone's late surge to defend his Player of the Season crown gathered even more momentum with his goalscoring heroics down at Charlton - but all anyone is talking about is the mouthwatering FA Cup clash with Chelsea.
Nathan and Rich discuss the best approach to facing the world champions, should Zak Vyner get into the side, and can the club make a fairer go of things when it comes to ticketing?
The lads also hear from the Daily Mail's Chelsea correspondent, Kieran Gill, to get the lowdown on Liam Rosenior's side.
<...Episode 277: In Our Pomp
Sam Smith and Max Cleworth keep up Wrexham's promotion dream - but is it sustainable without a natural defensive midfielder?
Nathan and Rich discuss the season-ending injury to Ben Sheaf, what it means for the remainder of the campaign, while also assessing the 2-1 win over Portsmouth.
The lads also hear from Charlton fan Tash ahead of our weekend trip to the Valley.
0:00 - Introduction
1:05 - Reaction to Portsmouth league win
9:15 - Form of Sam Smith
17:20 - How could the midfield adapt minus Sheaf?<...
Episode 276: Squad Goals
Wrexham put the rest of the Championship on notice with a stunning 5-3 win over Ipswich Town - so now will people take Wrexham's play-off bid seriously?
Nathan and Rich unpack the latest Cae Ras masterclass, inspect the partnership of Kieffer Moore and Josh Windass, and ask what happens next if Ben Sheaf joins Matty James on the sideline for Tuesday's clash against Portsmouth.
0:00 - Introduction
1:05 - Reaction to Ipswich league win
7:19 - Form of Kieffer Moore
16:41 - How costly would a Sheaf injury be?
23:50...
Episode 275: Rockin' Robins
Nathan, Rich, a budget Bristol hotel, and the dissection of two more points dropped on the road for Wrexham away to Bristol City.
The lads pull together a pod on the road as they reflect on a humdinger at Ashton Gate on pancake day, the FA Cup glamour tie vs Chelsea, and changes that are in the offing for the reunion with Ipswich Town.
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Episode 274: Fifth Round Harmony
Wrexham end a 29-year wait to reach the FA Cup fifth round and they are mixing with the big boys as they eye more cup magic between now and the Wembley finale.
Nathan and Rich pore over the win over Ipswich Town, take a look at the role of Lewis O'Brien as a deep-lying midfielder, and get the views of both Josh Windass and Phil Parkinson.
The lads also share an exclusive chat with friend of the pod and Wisla Krakow investor Peter Moore on how our pre-season friendly in Poland actually came...
Episode 273: Ipswiching It Up
15 games to go and by Rich's estimation Wrexham will need nine wins after the recent loss to Millwall if they want to finish in the play-off places.
Nathan and Rich assess whether the latest defeat should equal panic stations, look at the injury situation, and ask if Wrexham need to dip in to the free agent market.
The lads also discuss whether changing the Championship play-off format is a good or bad thing (spoiler: they disagree!)
0:00 - Introduction
1:00 - Reaction to Millwall defeat
14:18 - Changes to...
Episode 272: New Depths
Our strongest XI certainly caused a stir... which underlined just how many options are at Phil Parkinson's disposal right now.
Nathan also catches up with Micky from That Millwall Podcast to tee up our weekend clash at the Cae Ras.
0:00 - Introduction
1:00 - Mood on the transfer window
6:40 - Cleworth v Vyner
17:35 - Is Sam Smith underrated?
32:16 - Millwall preview with That Millwall Podcast
47:44 - Our thoughts for Millwall clash
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Episode 271: Prime Time
Wrexham made three signings late in the January transfer window in the hopes of covering all bases between now and the season finale.
But have they missed a trick not getting in another wing-back?
0:00 - Introduction
2:30 - First reactions on the transfer window
13:37 - Thoughts on Zak Vyner
20:35 - Thoughts on Davis Keillor-Dunn
27:20 - Thoughts on Bailey Cadamarteri
31:53 - Outgoings - fair or foul?
47:20 - Our current strongest Wrexham XI
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Episode 270: The Late, Late Show
Wrexham are reportedly set for a busy end to the transfer window... so will they rewrite the record books after QPR fightback?
Rich also speaks to George Smith to tee up the weekend trip to face Sheffield Wednesday.
0:00 - Introduction
1:05 - Reacting to QPR win
9:01 - How many points do Wrexham need for play-offs?
14:12 - Transfer window latest
19:14 - Is Sidiki Cherif a £19m gamble?
30:42 - Wrexham's January exits
41:12 - Sheffield Wednesday preview with George Smith
58:08 - Any other b...
Episode 269: For Fox Sake
Not quite singing in the rain as Wrexham blow more points from winning positions against Leicester City to draw 1-1.
Rich and Nathan try to solve why Wrexham have dropped 20 points from winning positions already this season, look at the remainder of the transfer window, and also tee up the weekend trip to QPR.
0:00 - Introduction
1:03 - Reacting to Leicester City draw
22:17 - What should Wrexham prioritise in the transfer window
33:40 - Our thoughts for QPR away
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Episode 268: Red Leicester
Rich + his new camera + Nathan are back to unpack our first home league defeat since mid-September, the departure of captain James McClean and also tee up our upcoming clash with Leicester City with the help of our friends at the Blue Tinted Glasses podcast.
0:00 - Introduction
1:03 - Reacting to Norwich City defeat
21:26 - James McClean leaves the club
32:43 - Leicester preview with Blue Tinted Glasses podcaster
48:58 - Our thoughts and changes for Leicester clash
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Episode 267: Farmageddon
Wrexham moved on from their FA Cup heroics by putting some players through a behind-closed-doors match with Liverpool (which included Paul Mullin playing for Wrexham again!)
Nathan and Rich also discuss what to do with Conor Coady this month, look at the scorn being poured on Parky and also preview this weekend's clash against Norwich City.
0:00 - Introduction
1:03 - Wrexham's mentality after FA Cup heroics
10:00 - Why Parky criticism is overblown
18:01 - Injury news latest
24:16 - Wrexham's secret game against Liverpool
33:55 - Norwich...
Episode 266: Premier Performance
Wrexham knocked a Premier League team out of the FA Cup for the first time in 26 years with a stunning display to oust Nottingham Forest.
Nathan and Rich jump on for an emergency podcast to pick the bones out of an historic night.
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Episode 265: Forest Felling
With Wrexham on a roll, can they continue their fine form against Premier League opposition with Nottingham Forest coming to the Cae Ras on Friday night?
Rich and Nathan discuss who they would play in the Forest, look back on the festive bonanza with four wins from four and assess the FOUR key positions they would strengthen in the January window.
0:00 - Introduction
1:03 - Reacting to four wins from four
12:51 - Why Parky remains the best signing of the takeover era
21:01 - Transfer window latest
29:32...
Episode 264: The Big Fat Wrexham Quiz of 2025!
Just how well do you remember the year 2025 from the Wrexham AFC perspective?
Time to test your knowledge...
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Episode 263: King George
Wrexham produce another epic under the Cae Ras lights in an eight-goal thriller - with an unlikely hero in the form of George Thomason the WING-BACK.
Nathan and Rich unpack a Boxing Day Bonanza vs Sheffield United, and we get the reaction of Phil Parkinson, Chris Wilder, Kieffer Moore and man of the match Thomason, too.
0:00 - Introduction
1:37 - Reacting to Sheffield United win
6:43 - How good was George Thomason's performance?
15:28 - Phil Parkinson's reaction
20:18 - Chris Wilder's reaction
24:00 - Wrexham return to...
Episode 262: Mistletoe & Whine
Defeat at Swansea City has raised more questions than answers and begs the question: is this something money CAN solve in January?
Nathan and Rich (who decides he's in a singing mood this week) reflect on defeat in South Wales, offer up 10 players to target next month, and also read out some of your emails.
1:20 - Introduction
3:00 - Reacting to Swansea City defeat
13:00 - Can we expect MORE from these players?
29:00 - Reading your emails
35:00 - What does Jay Rodriguez's squad return mean?
42:15...
Episode 261: 'Twas the Game Before Christmas
Wrexham have lost just twice in their last 16 league games... but have won just once out of the last six after a draw against Watford (thanks for bailing us out, Ollie!)
Nathan and Rich debate the state of play, ask which midfield Parkinson could be about to repurpose as a wing-back, and preview Friday night's trip to face Swansea City.
1:20 - Introduction
2:00 - Reacting to Watford draw
23:00 - What is Ollie Rathbone's role going forward?
30:00 - Which midfielder is best suited to play wing-back?
41:50...
Episode 260: One Week Away
Wrexham's nine-game unbeaten run was ruined by Hull City... but Rich and Nathan are not losing hope in a play-off push just yet.
The lads reconvene to discuss defeat at the MKM Stadium, what a new investment which values the club at £350million means for the future, and the fine gents at the Do Not Scratch Your Eyes podcast help us preview our weekend clash with Watford.
1:20 - Introduction
2:00 - Reacting to Hull City defeat
24:19 - What does new investment mean for the club?
32:30 - Reacting to t...
Episode 259: Drawing Conclusions
Wrexham draw their ninth game of the Championship season as they are pegged back at Preston North End.
But, fear not, Rich got to go to his favourite pub in the whole world so all is not lost.
Nathan and Rich unpack a point at Deepdale, look at some contract considerations... and ask, is Arthur Okonkwo the best goalkeeper in the Championship?
Telegraph Sport reporter Kathryn Batte also stops by to help us preview a midweek trip to her beloved Hull City.
0:00 - Introduction
1:00...
Episode 258: Far From Rover
Wrexham are top of the pops when it comes to Championship draws and they added another at the weekend to salvage a point at home against Blackburn Rovers.
Nathan and Rich ask how many is too many when it comes to draws? Can Callum Doyle get back into the starting XI? And the lads also get the lowdown on everything you need to know ahead of this weekend's trip to face Preston North End.
0:00 - Introduction
1:00 - Reacting to Blackburn Rovers draw
09:00 - Are Wrexham drawing too many games?<...
Episode 257: Champagne Football
Nathan and Rich are riding high from their champagne experience on a night where Wrexham made a statement to the rest of the Championship by beating Bristol City.
The lads discuss the 2-0 home win, what the future holds for Max Cleworth, and ask is it right or wrong to splash the cash in the January transfer window?
0:00 - Introduction
1:00 - Reacting to Bristol City win
18:56 - Will a Premier League club try and sign Max Cleworth?
26:48 - Pros and cons of spending big in January
<...Episode 256: Robins Red Test
A valiant point on the road at Ipswich Town has tails up... but it also underlined why a striker is so essential come January.
Nathan and Rich reconvene for the second pod in a week to unpack the point at Portman Road, the puzzling form of Ben Sheaf, and they also get to a couple of your emails.
0:00 - Introduction
1:00 - Reacting to Ipswich draw
15:37 - O'Brien suspended/what's going on with Sheaf?
23:17 - Your emails!
35:24 - Our thoughts ahead of Bristol City clash
<...Episode 255: Flip the Switch
Wrexham are about to find out just how valuable Issa Kabore is as he faces at least six weeks out of the side through injury.
Nathan and Rich are back to reflect on just how big a blow that is, preview the trip to Ipswich Town with East Anglia Daily Times staffer Ross, while also filling out our report card for the season so far.
0:00 - Introduction
1:01 - Reacting to international break
06:00 - Issa Kabore injured - what now?
16:50 - Barnett or Longman?
19:40 - Wrexham...
Episode 254: Rising To Promotion?
Nathan and Rich reflect on a key win over high-flying Charlton Athletic and start dreaming about what is possible for Phil Parkinson's side this season.
The lads discuss their three biggest talking points from the first third of the league season, look ahead to the biggest needs in the January window, and also go down memory lane to see how those who left last summer are getting on...
0:00 - Introduction
1:01 - Reacting to Charlton win
08:00 - Is a play-off finish realistic?
16:50 - Nathan's verdict on the season...
Episode 253: The Circus Is Back In Town
Fireworks were missing on Bonfire Night down at Fratton Park against Portsmouth but expect plenty to go off with Nathan Jones back in town for, as he infamously called it, a trip to 'The Circus'.
Nathan and Rich reflect on a point at Portsmouth, Lewis O'Brien's form in front of goal, what the club need to prioritise in the January window... and there's also a preview with the help of Charlton Athletic fan and CharltonLive contributor Tash Everitt.
0:00 - Introduction
1:01 - Reacting to Portsmouth draw
04:28 - Impressive Arthur Okonkwo<...
Episode 252: The Good, The Bad, and the Pompey
Nathan is back from his work trip - with plenty to get off his chest - as he joins Rich to unpack one of the great Wrexham displays of the Phil Parkinson era by beating table-topping Coventry City.
0:00 - Introduction
1:01 - Reacting to win over Coventry City
04:28 - Nathan clears the air
11:02 - Rob Mac addresses home atmosphere
17:20 - Shelf life of this current Wrexham squad - play-offs this season?
27:15 - Portsmouth preview with Andy from the PO4 Podcast
47:12 - Our Portsmouth predictions
<...Episode 251: Capital Punishment
Wrexham suffer humiliation at home against Cardiff City as they are dumped uncermoniously out of the Carabao Cup.
With Nathan on his travels, Rich recruits Andrew Pollard to co-host after his departure from Fearless in Devotion.
The lads talk fair or unfair criticism, what to do with Nathan Broadhead, and will Conor Coady or Ryan Hardie get another shot at this team?
0:00 - Introduction
1:01 - Breakdown of Cardiff City loss
17:57 - Coventry City preview: reporter perspective
38:08 - Coventry City preview: fan perspective
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Episode 250: North vs South
A major cup quarter-final is at stake as two Welsh rivals collide at the Cae Ras on Tuesday.
It's Wrexham vs Cardiff City. North vs South. Win or go home. The stakes couldn't be hire.
Nathan and Rich reflect on the draw up at Middlesbrough, the impressive form of George Thomason, and also look at whether Conor Coady can get a second chance this season.
The lads are also joined by Cardiff fan and podcaster Si to get the lowdown on Brian Barry-Murphy's side.
0:00 - Introduction
<...Episode 249: Bring on the Boro
Wrexham get the monkey off their back with a hard-fought league win at home this season... now they must take their talents on the road to Middlesbrough.
Nathan and Rich talk through the positives and negatives of Wednesday night, examine why it hasn't clicked for Callum Doyle, and also provide a timely news wrap after a recent FA investigation hit the headlines.
The lads are also joined by Jonny from the Boro Breakdown podcast to tee up our weekend trip up north.
0:00 - Introduction
1:01 - Breakdown of Oxford...
Episode 248: Opportunity Ox
Defeat at Stoke City means it is four games without a win for Wrexham and boss Phil Parkinson.
Nathan and Rich quickly unpack what went wrong in the Potteries, while James from The Manor Podcast gives the lowdown on what Wrexham can expect from Oxford United on Wednesday night.
0:00 - Introduction
1:01 - What went wrong at Stoke?
15:11 - Oxford preview with The Manor Podcast
38:10 - How many changes should Wrexham make this Wednesday?
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Episode 247: Stoked!
Nathan is back and so is club football as the bore of the international break comes to a close.
The lads discuss the role of Nathan Broadhead, where Ollie Rathbone fits best in this new formation, and there are even a few of your chants sprinkled in near the end.
Stoke City podcacster Dan also joins the show to tee up a fascinating trip to the Potteries this weekend.
0:00 - Introduction
1:01 - What have we been up to?
02:54 - Memories of going to Stoke in the...
Episode 246: The Two Month Review
Richard Sutcliffe, aka Sooty, steps in for Nathan as Rich and Rich conduct a thorough review of the opening two months of the season from the absence of a home league win, the stand-out form of George Dobson and why dreaming of a Wembley cup final ISN'T out of the question.
0:00 - Introduction
1:15 - Verdict on Birmingham City draw
06:00 - Home form cause for concern?
13:30 - Sooty on his strongest XI
18:00 - George Dobson's form
24:00 - The impact of losing so many loved players
28:27...
Episode 245: Fantastic Mr Fox
Wrexham are hard to beat again... and both Derby County and Leicester City got a taste first hand of just how difficult it is to breach Wrexham's goal.
Nathan and Rich are back after a pair of very credible draws, look into the form of both Lewis Brunt and Lewis O'Brien, while also posing whether Nathan Broadhead is better suited to being a 'super sub'.
There is also the small matter of Steven Fletcher's retirement, the unsung role of Conor Coady, and a Birmingham City match preview with BirminghamLive reporter Alex Dicken.
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