Best Dave Trafford Podcasts (2025)

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RADIO DAYS SPECIAL:Wipers Up? Wipers Down? Gene Valaitis and Dave Trafford tackle the pressing questions of the day! 23:43

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THIS IS A “RADIO DAYS” EPISODE OF NOW AND NEXT! This week: I dropped in on Gene Valaitis on 610 CKTB Niagara’s News Talk. You can watch OR listen to this episode on our YouTube Channel (Be sure to subscribe!) Follow Dave on Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn and X And you can leave us a voice comment here! For more information go to Dave's website.…

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RADIO DAYS SPECIAL: All Hail Joe Bowen and the OPP probes a Skills Development Fund Recipient 21:19

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THIS IS A “RADIO DAYS” EPISODE OF NOW AND NEXT! This week: I dropped in on Gene Valaitis on 610 CKTB Niagara’s News Talk. You can watch OR listen to this episode on our YouTube Channel (Be sure to subscribe!) Follow Dave on Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn and X And you can leave us a voice comment here! For more information go to Dave's website.…

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Byline 71 - Is Dewsbury-Hall one of the best three CMs in the Premier League? 53:05

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Er, so about last week. We take it all back. Seven days on from fretting about Everton’s festive fixtures, Matt and Paddy are back to reflect on two wins, two clean sheets and a team on the charge towards European places. Thierno Barry was the goalscoring hero - what has been behind his transformation? And is Kiernan Dewsbury-Hall as good as any mi…

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Blue Monday - Can Everton realistically look towards Europe? 1:00:26

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Everton turned in their most complete performance of theseason to put three past Nottingham Forest without reply and briefly move up to fifth in the table. With Chelsea away up next comes the chance to move intofourth spot ahead of the London club - can we start looking towards European qualification, and was Moyes right to call out the possibility…

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Instant Reaction - Everton 3-0 Nottingham Forest 40:00

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The Blues pick up another three points, this time at home to Nottingham Forest. Dave gives his thoughts in the stadium at full time, before Les is joined by Liam, Keith and John outside the Denbigh. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoicesBy The Blue Room

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Ontario's Healthcare "Time Bomb" 53:24

4d ago53:24

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This week on On the Ledge, Dave Trafford is joined by Keith Leslie, John Wright, Tim Hudak, and Kathleen Wynne for a wide-ranging conversation centred on the Ontario Auditor General’s annual report. The panel digs deeply into the issues revealed around Ontario’s healthcare system—particularly physician billing, outdated OHIP technology, primary-car…

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Mark O'Brien Interview - One By One 25:37

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In a bonus podcast, Matt speaks to Mark O’Brien. Mark was the editor of the iconic When Skies Are Grey fanzine and author of the brilliant This Is Not Football blog. We chat about the Toffees so far this season, the move to Hill Dickinson Stadium and Mark’s new Everton magazine One By One. For full details on how and where to buy click HERE. 🤝 NORD…

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The Weekly - Crazy 8 Days of Everton 41:14

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Warren is joined by Paul McParlan to reflect on the last 8 days of results including ending the hoodoo at Bournemouth. They also look ahead to the Forest game and the return of Sean Dyche Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoicesBy The Blue Room

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What is behind the Grealish and Moyes bromance at Everton? 14:06

6d ago14:06

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LISTEN IN FULL: https://tinyurl.com/2zzf9zfa Fresh from the win over Bournemouth, Matt and Dave are back to discuss the win. We look at the team's up-and-down form in recent days and what expectations should really be for this group. We also assess the impact of Kiernan Dewsbury-Hall and Jack Grealish after their arrivals in the summer. Attention t…

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RADIO DAYS SPECIAL: Luxury Home Tax Hikes inToronto and Out of Control Healthcare Billings 13:50

6d ago13:50

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THIS IS A “RADIO DAYS” EPISODE OF NOW AND NEXT! This week: . I sat in on ROUND ONE on Moore in the Morning on Newstalk 1010 in Toronto. You can watch OR listen to this episode on our YouTube Channel (Be sure to subscribe!) Follow Dave on Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn and X And you can leave us a voice comment here! For more information go to Dave's…

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Instant Reaction - AFC Bournemouth 0-1 Everton 47:27

7d ago47:27

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Another curse is broken! The Bournemouth streak is over! Jack Grealish was the match-winner as his deflected goal was enough to get Everton over the line. Matt, Les, Rob and Tim look back on a scrappy game, but one in which the Blues were well deserving of their win. 🤝 NORD VPN DEAL Get our black Friday exclusive deal: Big savings + 4 months extra:…

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RADIO DAYS SPECIAL: Still no delivery date "Soon Come Express" aka The Eglinton Crosstown. 11:01

7d ago11:01

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THIS IS A “RADIO DAYS” EPISODE OF NOW AND NEXT! This week: I had the chance to join Jerry Agar on Newstalk 1010 for his PARTY OF TWO. You can watch OR listen to this episode on our YouTube Channel (Be sure to subscribe!) Follow Dave on Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn and X And you can leave us a voice comment here! For more information go to Dave's w…

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Byline 70 - Why weren't Everton ready for Newcastle test? 51:19

8d ago51:19

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Time for Everton? You bet. After the highs of Manchester United, the Blues put in arguably their worst performance of the season against Newcastle United. Matt and Paddy look at what went so catastrophically wrong - did the opening minute destroy Everton’s gameplan? There’s also a look at the Blues fell short in midfield and at full-back. And next?…

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Blue Monday - Who's to blame for Everton's collapse against Newcastle 1:01:38

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Les and Dave reflect on Saturday’s horror show against Newcastle and ask whether there’s a lack of accountability at Everton, especially Moyes’ post-match comments. Was it on the manager? Was it on the players? Are Newcastle just better? Or all of the above? We also look ahead to what could be a crunch week (and month) for how Everton’s season and …

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Instant Reaction - Everton 1-4 Newcastle 33:42

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Matt, Keith, Foxy and Mat discuss a dreadful performance at Hill Dickinson. 🤝 NORD VPN DEAL Get our black Friday exclusive deal: Big savings + 4 months extra: https://nordvpn.com/blueroom ➕ BLUE ROOM EXTRA Get exclusive content and all of our podcasts ad-free when you sign up to Blue Room Extra: https://tinyurl.com/yc83x2zh 📩 EMAIL Get in touch wit…

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Weekend Preview - Newcastle 11:01

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LISTEN IN FULL: ⁠https://tinyurl.com/5849v5nm⁠ Matt catches up with Kris to analyse a strange season for Newcastle. How much did the summer impact the team? Why have they struggled to build momentum? And what's going on with Anthony Gordon's form? 🤝 NORD VPN DEAL Get our black Friday exclusive deal: Big savings + 4 months extra: ⁠⁠https://nordvpn.c…

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The Beer Store Deal is NO DEAL 1:02:53

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Host: Dave Trafford Guests: Kathleen Wynne, Tim Hudak, John Wright, Vicki, Keith Leslie In this wide-ranging conversation, the roundtable begins with a deeply personal and moving story from Tim Hudak about his daughter Miller’s extraordinary journey overcoming apraxia, culminating in her powerful return to Loretto Abbey as an honour-roll speaker. T…

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Good Times - Number 29: 2007/08 (Part 1) 2:55:38

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Description: What have Mark Clattenburg and Kev got in common? They both received death threats in the autumn of 2007. Find out which one of them was innocent in this, the 29th instalment of our trophyless odyssey. The co-hosts begin the season unsure about the signing of Yakubu, which shows what they know. There's a near-death experience for Liam …

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The Weekly - For the boys in the Royal Blue Jersey 42:40

12d ago42:40

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On this week's show, Warren is joined by Jim Keoghan to discuss *that* win at Old Trafford, what the performance proved and a look ahead to welcoming Newcastle to Hill Dickinson on Saturday. Warren also talks to Jim about his latest book, which is very different to his previous work. With younger Blues in mind, "The Little Toffees Activity & Colour…

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Byline 69 - Have showdown talks transformed Everton's season? 51:12

14d ago51:12

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Seconds out. And fight. And boy did Everton fight. What a result for the Blues at Manchester United, as Kiernan Dewsbury-Hall’s stunner was enough for the 10-men Toffees to win at Old Trafford. Matt and Paddy are back to look at a wild night. How significant will this win be? What has changed at Everton to spark this upturn in form? And what next f…

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Matt on BBC Radio 5 Live 8:48

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Matt joined BBC Radio 5 Live's Breakfast to discuss Everton's astonishing 1-nil win at Old Trafford last night. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoicesBy The Blue Room

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Instant Reaction - Manchester United 0-1 Everton 1:03:58

15d ago1:03:58

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Matt, Keith, Dave and Rob react after Everton secure one of their best ever Premier League wins.Kiernan Dewsbury-Hall scored after Idrissa Gueye was sent off for slapping Michael Keane.🤝 NORD VPN DEALGet our black Friday exclusive deal: Big savings + 4 months extra: ⁠https://nordvpn.com/blueroom⁠➕ BLUE ROOM EXTRAGet exclusive content and all of our…

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Blue Monday - Time for Everton to win at Old Trafford 1:04:22

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Les and Dave discuss Everton’s trip to Old Trafford - a notoriously bad fixture for both Everton and Moyes. How should Moyes approach this one? And we discuss whether the Premier League is any good? It still feels very open so far - is that the sign of a good, competitive league? Did you know that one in five men in the UK experience changes in sex…

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The LCBO should take back empty bottles 57:03

18d ago57:03

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This week on On The Ledge, Dave Trafford, Kathleen Wynne, and Tim Hudak dive into a true curbside controversy: the disappearance of local Beer Stores has pushed mountains of bottles into blue bins—and Ontarians want to know why the LCBO isn’t taking responsibility. With Beer Stores closing and grocery stores refusing bottle returns, residents are l…

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Old. New. Borrowed. Blue - Adam Hardaker 50:53

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Adam Hardaker, author of The Seat Left Empty - a book about Love, Loss, and matchday in L4 - shares some of his favourite players and the things he loves about Everton. Pick up Adam's book at www.adamhardaker.com or from Amazon 🤝 NORD VPN DEAL Get our black Friday exclusive deal: Big savings + 4 months extra: ⁠https://nordvpn.com/blueroom⁠ ➕ BLUE R…

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Can Coleman still cut it in the Premier League? And what's going on with Everton Women? 59:24

21d ago59:24

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Matt is joined by Sue Smith and Alan Feehely this week. We get Sue’s thoughts on the season so far and the new stadium. Everton Women are also on the agenda after a tough start to the campaign and a worrying 3-1 loss to bottom club West Ham United on Sunday. Alan joins us to talk all things Irish football and Everton after their remarkable 3-2 win …

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Byline 68 - Could Everton really lose Ndiaye and sign Parrott? 58:48

22d ago58:48

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Paddy has been busy during the international break - he spoke exclusively to Everton forward Thierno Barry HERE. He and Matt explore the nuances that come with interviewing a new player through a translator and how he’s adapted to life on Merseyside. We also assess the growing transfer speculation surrounding Iliman Ndiaye. Could Everton get a big …

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Blue Monday - Could Everton's Irish connections be key? 47:58

22d ago47:58

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On this week’s episode, Les and Dave piggyback on the feel-good factor around Ireland’s incredible international weekend - should Coleman be starting at right back? Could Everton take a punt on Parrott? We then look ahead to Everton’s trip to Old Trafford, which is - annoyingly - still a full week away. Sponsor Visit MedExpress.co.uk to check your …

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"Routine Audit" of SDF Recipient leads to an OPP inquiry 57:19

26d ago57:19

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Host: Dave Trafford Guests: • Tim Hudak – Partner, Counsel Public Affairs; former Ontario PC Leader • Keith Leslie – Political Commentator, CH Television • Kathleen Wynne – Former Premier of Ontario On this week’s episode of On the Ledge, Dave Trafford and the panel dig into what was supposed to be a quiet off-week at Queen’s Park — only to discove…

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The Weekly - A Well Timed Win 45:10

26d ago45:10

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Warren is joined by Liam and John where the lads have the final say on the Fulham result. The lads also talk about their favourite international tournament moments ahead of the final international weekend of 2025 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoicesBy The Blue Room

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What did Everton change to unleash Dewsbury-Hall? 9:30

27d ago9:30

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LISTEN AD-FREE IN FULL: https://tinyurl.com/yp7z8xdh Matt is joined by Dave and Foxy to look back on the Fulham win. Has something clicked for Thierno Barry? And did the system changes unlock the best from Dewsbury-Hall? We also look at what the ambitions should be for the season and talk over the rearranged Arsenal fixture. Learn more about your a…

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The Secret to Great Research in Media with Marcelle Edwards 42:31

27d ago42:31

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There isn’t a documentary or news item that goes to air or print without a healthy does of research. But how much is done and what lengths do journalists and producers go to for research before the story goes to the public and why does that matter to the consumer? We talk to CSA winning producer Marcelle Edwards about what makes great research.…

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Amelia Earhart inspired to fly when she visited Armour Heights in Toronto 21:08

27d ago21:08

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Amelia Earhart is one of the best known women in aviation in the world, but most have no idea she has deep roots in Toronto. In fact, some say a Toronto woman was the last person to ever hear Earhart over a shortwave radio. Featured voices in this episode: Chantal Gagnon, Historica Canada Ken Swartz, Canadian Aviation Historical Society Ric Gillesp…

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Dave on BBC Radio Merseyside 26:07

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Dave joins BBC Radio Merseyside's Paul Salt to look back on Everton's season so far. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoicesBy The Blue Room

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REMEMBRANCE DAY SPECIAL: The story of William Barker - the most decorated member of Canada's armed forces 28:55

28d ago28:55

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We all know Billy Bishop, the Toronto Island airport is named after him! So why don’t we know about William Barker? Barker was Bishop’s best friend and colleague, the most decorated serviceman in Commonwealth history and, to this date, his funeral was the largest ever to be held in Toronto. Featured voices in this episode: Jason Wilson, Professor o…

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Byline 67 - Have Everton found a solution to two big issues? 48:10

29d ago48:10

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Everton go into another international break on the back of a win. And it felt like a big one at Hill Dickinson Stadium. We start by looking at Thierno Barry’s performance. The forward felt the love after his best display in an Everton shirt - was a conscious effort made to rally around him after his miss at Sunderland? We also assess the changes Mo…

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Blue Monday - What changes will Moyes need to make this winter? 57:59

29d ago57:59

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Les and Dave look back on a much needed three points against Fulham at the weekend. The lads look at the team's set-up, what David Moyes should be looking at doing with the Ndiaye and Gueye at the AFCON as well as making better use of the bench. Looking to watch your football wherever you go? OFFER: Black Friday exclusive deal: Big savings + 4 mont…

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Instant Reaction: Everton 2-0 Fulham 37:41

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The lads look back on the Blues picking up a much needed three points. OFFER: Black Friday exclusive deal: Big savings + 4 months extra. Use the following link https://nordvpn.com/blueroom Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoicesBy The Blue Room

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Mark Carney's Big Spend and Doug Ford's Political Poll Dance 1:15:57

1M ago1:15:57

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Host: Dave Trafford Guests: Kathleen Wynne (former Ontario Premier), Tim Hudak (Partner, Counsel Public Affairs; former Ontario PC Leader), Keith Leslie (Political Analyst, CHCH), John Wright (CEO, Canada Pulse Insights) In this week’s episode, Dave Trafford and the On The Ledge panel unpack the political and policy fallout from Prime Minister Mark…

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Gabbing About Good Times: Liam vs. Ben Fenlon 42:13

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Top Toffee and Podcaster/Comic Con Host Ben Fenlon joins us to discuss some of his memories of 07/08. He and Liam discuss European nights, Leon, Lescott and Jags. There is also a chance encounter between Ben and a certain front man, as well as a bit of chat about Liam’s other passion - Batman. Thanks to Sean Ponzini, Gary Lunt and Niall O’Donnell f…

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The Weekly - Who’s in your starting 11 to face Fulham? 44:02

1M ago44:02

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Warren is joined by Liam and Les to discuss why Moyes is putting trust in experienced players who are letting him down, and whether he will change it for Fulham. The lads also pick their favoured starting 11 for that game. What would yours be? GET AD-FREE LISTENING: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://tinyurl.com/yc83x2zh⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ EMAIL: [email protected] Use discoun…

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Old. New. Borrowed. Blue. - David Phillips 49:39

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On this episode, Les is joined by former fanzine writer, sometime Blue Room podcaster, and all round top Toffee David Phillips.David shares his Everton memories, along with his favourite former player, current player, player he'd love to see at Everton, and his favourite thing about this thing of ours called Everton.Old. New. Borrowed. Blue.In a ne…

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Is Moyes on a collision course over Everton transfers? 12:09

1M ago12:09

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LISTEN IN FULL: https://tinyurl.com/4kespxr3 Matt is joined by Jake and Mick this week. After.a brief chat about fireworks - good or grow up? - we turn our attention to the much less explosive topic of Everton’s performance on Monday. The Blues were so passive in spells against Sunderland in their 1-1 draw. Was that down to a mental or technical pr…

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Byline 66 - Was Moyes sending a message with bizarre Everton subs? 58:10

1M ago58:10

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Make sure you don’t miss out on our exclusive deal – head to ⁠nordvpn.com/blueroom ⁠ A draw at Sunderland - but has an Everton game sparked as big a negative reaction as this one? The Blues started well then faded terribly at the Stadium of Light. What triggered the startling collapse in performance - and what on earth were those substitutions abou…

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Blue Monday - Are Reactions to Everton's Recent Run of Form Too Extreme 48:00

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Everton are in a bad run of form with just one win in seven and some awful performances - one of which was for 60 minnutes against Sunderland. The manager has largely kept the same team and is making some terrible and confusing substitutions. Reactions have largely been very negative with some calling for Moyes to be sacked - are we too extreme in …

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Instant Reaction: Sunderland 1-1 Everton 59:46

1M ago59:46

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Warren, Rob and Dave reflect on an infuriating performance from the Blues in the North East. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoicesBy The Blue Room

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Weekly - Can Everton afford to have £100m worth of transfers on the bench? 53:55

1M ago53:55

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Matt is joined by Jack and Adam this week. We look at Everton’s current situation after back-to-back losses. Could things look different in a couple of weeks with the Premier League table to congested? The summer recruitment then comes into focus - why do Everton have more than £100 million worth of signings from the previous window on the bench? W…

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Poking the Bear - the Reagan Anti-tariff Ad and Ottawa’s Silence 1:04:45

1M ago1:04:45

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October 29, 2025 Host: Dave Trafford Guests: Kathleen Wynne, John Wright, Keith Leslie Featured Interview: Neil Hetherington, CEO, Daily Bread Food Bank In this wide-ranging roundtable, Dave Trafford is joined by former Ontario premier Kathleen Wynne, pollster John Wright, and journalist Keith Leslie to unpack a week of political turbulence—from Pr…

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OUT NOW - THE DEEP DIVE: Ted Sagar: Everton's Boss Goalkeeper - Part 2 3:14

1M ago3:14

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In Episode Nine - the second in a two-part mini-series, and the final show in this series of Deep Dive podcasts - Steve and Becky dive deep into the story of another true Everton legend. Available on The Blue Room from wherever you get your podcasts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices…

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The Deep Dive - Episode Nine: Ted Sagar: Everton's Boss Goalkeeper Part 2 1:06:01

1M ago1:06:01

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In Episode Nine - the second in a two-part mini-series, and the final show in this series of Deep Dive podcasts - Steve and Becky dive deep into the story of another true Everton legend. This time, it’s Ted Sagar, the one-club goalkeeper they called The Boss. This time we look at Ted’s life and career through the eyes of the person who knew him bes…