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Episode 88: A mixed bag of Walsall chat!
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<p>As ever, there is much to discuss in the world of Walsall FC so we recruited Matt Breakwell to come and help us through a few talking points.</p><p>Matt Jordan's role, poor first half performances, the fear of losing Daniel Kanu plus lots more all in this weeks episode.</p><p>Classic Football Shirts - https://t.co/p7kRZ8Z1ck</p><p>Walsall shirts - https://fas.st/t/pqpzRJDJ</p><p>Discount code - 'YELLOWRIBBON10'</p><p>You can follow the pod on X - @ribbonpodcast</p><p>Harley can be found here - @harleywfc17</p><p>And Rob can be found here - @r_petrucco</p><p>Thanks to our podcast associates, Brellis Recruitment</p><p>You can email us on yellowribbonpod@hotmail.com</p>
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Mon, 03 Nov 2025 03:00:00 GMT
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Episode 86: A focus on Free Kicks Foundation
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<p>An interview with a Steve Thorpe who is part of the Free Kicks Foundation, who do incredible work at various clubs all over the country.</p><p>We talk about what they do, why it is important and their relationship with Walsall. This is an episode every football fan should listen to!</p><p>Free Kicks Foundation can be found here - https://www.freekicksfoundation.org/</p><p>Classic Football Shirts - https://t.co/p7kRZ8Z1ck</p><p>Walsall shirts - https://fas.st/t/pqpzRJDJ</p><p>Discount code - 'YELLOWRIBBON10'</p><p>You can follow the pod on X - @ribbonpodcast</p><p>Harley can be found here - @harleywfc17</p><p>And Rob can be found here - @r_petrucco</p><p>Thanks to our podcast associates, Brellis Recruitment</p><p>You can email us on yellowribbonpod@hotmail.com</p>
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Mon, 06 Oct 2025 02:00:00 GMT
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Episode 82: A Football Manager special!
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<p>This is one for all you Football Manager fans out there!</p><p>In this episode, we speak with Chris who is an Assistant Researcher for Sports Interactive and their game, Football Manager.</p><p>Chris talks to us about his role, what he does, how he analyses players and a lot more.</p><p>Classic Football Shirts - https://t.co/p7kRZ8Z1ck</p><p>Walsall shirts - https://fas.st/t/pqpzRJDJ</p><p>Discount code - 'YELLOWRIBBON10'</p><p>You can follow the pod on X - @ribbonpodcast</p><p>Harley can be found here - @harleywfc17</p><p>And Rob can be found here - @r_petrucco</p><p>Thanks to our podcast associates, Brellis Recruitment</p><p>You can email us on yellowribbonpod@hotmail.com</p>
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Mon, 11 Aug 2025 02:00:00 GMT
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Episode 81: The 25/26 Pre-Season Predictions
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<p>The 25/26 season is nearly upon us, so we invited Matt on to do our annual pre-season predictions, hoping to do better than usual!</p><p>We predict our Player of the season, Young Player of the season, top goalscorer, signing of the season and a whole lot more. So listen in and let us know yours!</p><p>Classic Football Shirts - https://t.co/p7kRZ8Z1ck</p><p>Walsall shirts - https://fas.st/t/pqpzRJDJ</p><p>Discount code - 'YELLOWRIBBON10'</p><p>You can follow the pod on X - @ribbonpodcast</p><p>Harley can be found here - @harleywfc17</p><p>And Rob can be found here - @r_petrucco</p><p>Thanks to our podcast associates, Brellis Recruitment</p><p>You can email us on yellowribbonpod@hotmail.com</p><p></p>
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Episode 79: The squad is shaping up
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<p>This week we look at the transfer business that has been taking place at Walsall, looking at those coming in, and those who have opted to leave.</p><p>Rob is joined by Matt to look at the club updates from Ben and Mat Sadler, and also to look at what areas of the squad still need strengthening.</p><p>Classic Football Shirts - https://t.co/p7kRZ8Z1ck</p><p>Walsall shirts - https://fas.st/t/pqpzRJDJ</p><p>Discount code - 'YELLOWRIBBON10'</p><p>You can follow the pod on X - @ribbonpodcast</p><p>Harley can be found here - @harleywfc17</p><p>And Rob can be found here - @r_petrucco</p><p>Thanks to our podcast associates, Brellis Recruitment</p><p>You can email us on yellowribbonpod@hotmail.com</p>
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Episode 77: The debrief begins; Retain or Release?
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<p>A bitterly disappointing end to what could have been a very special season. We try to find the words to express our feelings after an awful end to the season.</p><p>We talk through Mat Sadler's future, the poor showing at Wembley and we go through the out-of-contract players to say who we would offer new deals to, and who we think may be leaving.</p><p>Classic Football Shirts - https://t.co/p7kRZ8Z1ck</p><p>Walsall shirts - https://fas.st/t/pqpzRJDJ</p><p>Discount code - 'YELLOWRIBBON10'</p><p>You can follow the pod on X - @ribbonpodcast</p><p>Harley can be found here - @harleywfc17</p><p>And Rob can be found here - @r_petrucco</p><p>Thanks to our podcast associates, Brellis Recruitment</p><p>You can email us on yellowribbonpod@hotmail.com</p><p><br></p>
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Wed, 28 May 2025 02:00:00 GMT
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Episode 74: The toughest time to be a Saddler?
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<p>Times are extremely tough for Walsall fans. The hope of promotion has dwindled, and the pain of the play-offs is dawning, barring a miracle.</p><p>We chat through our feelings on the situation, our thoughts on the future of Mat Sadler and the team, and generally try and treat the episode like a therapy session!</p><p>Classic Football Shirts - https://t.co/p7kRZ8Z1ck</p><p>Clearance Items - https://fas.st/t/ZAqTrAEa</p><p>Discount code - 'YELLOWRIBBON10'</p><p>You can follow the pod on X - @ribbonpodcast</p><p>Harley can be found here - @harleywfc17</p><p>And Rob can be found here - @r_petrucco</p><p>Thanks to our podcast associates, Brellis Recruitment</p><p>You can email us on yellowribbonpod@hotmail.com</p>
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Episode 73: The wheels have come off
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<p>This is possibly the most important episode so far. The wheels have come off of Walsall's promotion ambitions, and it feels like things are at boiling point between the club and fans.</p><p>We chat through the three biggest topics at the moments, the form, the future of Mat Sadler, and what is going on with Harry Williams.</p><p>Classic Football Shirts - https://t.co/p7kRZ8Z1ck</p><p>Clearance Items - https://fas.st/t/ZAqTrAEa</p><p>Discount code - 'YELLOWRIBBON10'</p><p>You can follow the pod on X - @ribbonpodcast</p><p>Harley can be found here - @harleywfc17</p><p>And Rob can be found here - @r_petrucco</p><p>Thanks to our podcast associates, Brellis Recruitment</p><p>You can email us on yellowribbonpod@hotmail.com</p>
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Episode 71: Wrack on scouting, football agency and his Walsall XI
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<p>Part Two of our interview with Darren Wrack brings you his career after football, his scouting and now his football agent work.</p><p>Darren also answers quickfire questions, names his Walsall XI and answers listener questions.</p><p>Classic Football Shirts - https://t.co/p7kRZ8Z1ck </p><p>Darren Wrack shirt - https://t.co/OVV7bJxKG2</p><p>Discount code - 'YELLOWRIBBON10'</p><p>You can follow the pod on X - @ribbonpodcast</p><p>Harley can be found here - @harleywfc17</p><p>And Rob can be found here - @r_petrucco</p><p>Thanks to our podcast associates, Brellis Recruitment</p><p>You can email us on yellowribbonpod@hotmail.com</p><p><br /></p>
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Episode 70: Interview with Darren Wrack
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<p>We are delighted to bring to you another interview with a Walsall legend, and this time, it is the turn of Darren Wrack.</p><p>Darren talks about his Walsall career, the managers he played under, his former team-mates, the highs the lows and everything in between.</p><p>You can follow the pod on X - @ribbonpodcast</p><p>Harley can be found here - @harleywfc17</p><p>And Rob can be found here - @r_petrucco</p><p>Thanks to our podcast associates, Brellis Recruitment</p><p>You can email us on yellowribbonpod@hotmail.com</p>
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