Former Crystal Palace manager Alan Smith seems a somewhat unlikely guest for a Reading FC podcast. But when you consider that he knows the likes of Royals legends Steve Coppell, Wally Downes, Alan Pardew and Ian Branfoot - as well as former players John Salako and Simon Osborn, he is well placed to give us his insight into what these former Royals are really like. He also gives his verdict on former Reading star Michael Olise, who is making a big impression at Palace. And we keep the tape rolling at the end of the episode as Alan gives his view on what should happen next at Reading.

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