Pilgrims Podcast

The podcast that no one wanted but everyone was secretly expecting. How to dissect an encouraging, yet ultimately meaningless, win.

Archie, Chris, Drew and Mark are joined — heroically — by Preston fan and pod host Josh McLoughlin in Part 1. Inevitably, the focus is on Luton’s Laurel and Hardy-style 90th-minute winner, which had a huge impact on both teams just 30 minutes before kick-off.

Argyle rode their luck, Preston ran out of ideas, and somehow dragged themselves back into relegation trouble. Is it worse to be pulled into the battle at the last minute, or to have been stuck in it for five months? What can a head coach realistically say when asked about his future?

Either way, it’s 2–1 to the League One Boys — as serenaded by the magnificent Green Army, who are rightly praised after a standout performance in the stands on such an unusual and ultimately disappointing day.

Part 2 sees thoughts turn to League One and potential retained players. Who will stay, who will go, what will Muslic do — and will he even still be here? None of us have any real idea, of course, but it's good therapy.

Finally, we look ahead to Leeds and one last game in the second tier.

For now, anyway.

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In this episode, Archie, Chris and Drew reflect on Argyle’s 3-1 win over Frank Lampard’s Coventry side — a result that just about keeps survival hopes alive. They break down the team’s performance, key moments in the match, and standout individuals. Naturally, Bundu gets his moment in the spotlight after a superb showing, with two goals and an assist to his name. There are also honourable mentions across the park, particularly for Palsson, Szucs and Randell.

In Part Two, the mood shifts slightly as the pod takes a look at the cold, hard data surrounding Argyle’s survival chances. With the infamous supercomputer giving the Greens just a 1% shot at staying up, there’s an air of resignation — but not quite surrender. They outline what needs to happen, results-wise, from Derby and Luton, and discuss how taking it to the final day could give Argyle a puncher’s chance. The conversation also touches on the realities of a potential return to League One, and the enduring joy of football beyond the Premier League — the rawness, the charm, and that closer connection. From dugout interviews to less polished matchdays, there’s something special about life lower down the pyramid.

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Tom is joined by Seve, Mark and Chris to pick apart Argyle’s 2–1 defeat away at Middlesbrough. The panel reflect on a frustrating afternoon that saw chances go begging, debate the key decisions and goings-on in the game, the exploits of familiar faces in Finn Azaz and Morgan Whittaker as well as thoughts on the future of the club's recruitment, before concluding on where it leaves the team with 3 games to save their season.

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It’s back on! Sort of!

Join Archie, Chris and Mark after a huge win that keeps the season alive. There is debate as to whether the plan was executed perfectly – low risk, hit them late – or whether Muslic’s rigid approach can lead to huge highs and some dreadful lows.

Overall, there is praise across the team, especially in the second half, with formation changes, impact subs, and another late show making for an unforgettable day.

James Stables aka One Team In Devon also sends in a voice note with his full-time report.

Part two includes a discussion on a high-profile end-of-week press conference about marquee signings, the virtual return of the prodigal Dewsnip, and a look ahead to a crucial run of games. For now, it feels good to have a chance to do that.

On to Boro: Morgan, we are coming

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Mark, Dan, Chris and Tom discuss Argyle's victory over Norwich City and eighth league win of the season, being a second successive game of improved output that just about keeps the Greens in the fight to stay in the Championship. The panel discuss what positives they've taken from the win and whether it'll be enough to avoid a drop back to League One, and whether there are signs of what Muslic-ball might look like going forward, in either division.

Attention then turns to the midweek game away to Swansea City, and what the permutations are for our relegation rivals and how that can improve the Pilgrims' survival prospects.

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Archie, Alex, and James Stables—aka One Team In Devon and BBC Radio Devon co-commentator on the day—break down another tough week for Argyle, starting with a battling 0-0 draw away at Watford and whether the first half showed genuine encouragement or just flattered to deceive. They discuss key moments, tactical decisions, and whether the subs once again hurt momentum. Attention once again turns towards Michael Baidoo after yet another underwhelming display. The pod grapple with his underwhelming performances, and fail to believe that he's simply not very good, so what are the underlying issues ?

Final-third decision-making, or rather the lack of it, takes centre stage as the pod dissects what stopped Argyle from taking all three points. BBC Radio Devon commentator and friend of the pod, Michael McCann, sends in his full-time report, offering a more glass-half-full perspective on events.

In part two, the pod looks at the club’s messaging during the international break, particularly the latest "Chairman’s Chat"—a reflective and insightful letter where the possibility of relegation is openly acknowledged. There’s also time for a look ahead to Norwich, with the pod caught between daring to dream and getting bogged down in Opta’s 97% chance of relegation.

In part three, James and Archie dive into James’s latest newsletter, unpacking the butterfly effect of Foster’s sacking and the knock-on impact it has had on the club’s trajectory.

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Alex, Archie, Chris, and Tom take advantage of the final break in the season to reflect on what has unfolded so far, while casting a quick eye towards the future. To avoid a complete Festival of Doom, each lowlight must be balanced with a highlight in a wide-ranging discussion covering everything from budgets to players—from the highs of Liverpool to the ultimate low of Burnley, via six at the back against Leeds. It’s not as miserable as it sounds, promise.

A quick look ahead to the Watford game and the remaining fixtures is followed by an internationally themed quiz.

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Archie is joined by Dan, Seve, and Mark to sift through the wreckage of a gut-wrenching defeat—one that could be the final nail in Argyle’s survival bid.

They break down the defensive errors that proved costly, the fleeting hope of a comeback, and a strong second-half display where it felt like Argyle might go on to take all three points. They also debate the substitutions that seemed to sap the momentum from the attack and the tactical decisions that left the team exposed. But in truth, did Muslic have any other choice?

There’s some recognition of individual performances, with Bundu, Hardie, and Mumba all earning praise. But the bigger picture looms large—what happens next if relegation to League One becomes a reality? The pod examines where it all went wrong, what lessons need to be learned, and whether there’s still the faintest glimmer of hope.

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Just as many were giving up, Argyle finally win away in the league for the first time in 11 months to complete a double over Portsmouth. Tom and Mark discuss their immediate thoughts after Ryan Hardie found yet more joy at Fratton Park to put Miron Muslic's side right back in the mix, and quickly move their attention to Saturday's six-pointer against Derby County.

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In this episode, Archie is joined by Plymouth Argyle Her Game Too Ambassador Megan Stone. Megan shares her journey from passionate Argyle fan to leading the charge for inclusivity at the club. She opens up about the challenges female fans still face, the progress made through the Her Game Too movement, and why representation matters. The conversation also explores the impact of high-profile supporters in driving change, the importance of community engagement, and why speaking up is crucial to creating a safer, more welcoming environment for all.

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