Roker Rapport Podcast

Joining Connor Bromley in the studio to analyse the lads performance against Wycombe this weekend (and regale us with some fantastic stories from his lengthy backroom career at Sunderland and beyond) Is former Sunderland assistant secretary, Derby County secretary, Gillingham secretary and current SAFC senior supporters secretary - Malcolm Bramley! You can listen for free on Acast, iTunes, Spotify, TuneIn and YouTube - get stuck in!

What are we talking about this episode?

Connor and Malcolm discuss the draw against Wycombe Wanderers Saturday gone;

Malcolm tells us how he came to be involved with the club as a youngster, and some insight into 1960's Lads culture;

His relationship and experiences with legends such as Charlie Hurley, Martin Harvey, Len Ashurst, and a young player named Brian Clough;

Behind the scenes stories from his time working with Brian Clough (the manager) as Derby County secretary;

Italians, Brylcreem, and cigars; His experience of the 1966 World Cup at Roker Park.

Pranks, pigs, and fast cars; Turns out the fearsome Sunderland manager Alan Brown didn't have much of a sense of humour... Luckily Hurley did!

Some wonderful stories from a true gentleman. Tune In!

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The latest special guest to join us on the Roker Rapport Podcast is former Sunderland AFC manager Alan Durban, discussing his turbulent time on Wearside between 1981-84 with our Connor and the ITHICS lads. You can listen, for free as usual, on iTunes. Acast, Spotify, TuneIn, and of course YouTube.

What are we talking about this episode?

Alan tells us why he took the managers job at Roker Park at such a difficult period in the clubs history;

What it was he tried to bring to the team, and in particular to the young lads coming through;

His relationship with former Chairman Sir Tom Cowie, and how the situation behind the scenes affected his ability to push on with his vision;

The players he spotted, nurtured and brought to the side not only as manager, but also later on in an advisory role with Peter Reid;

Give Us Tomorrow Now: Alan Durban's Mission Impossible - A new book written about his time at SAFC;

Some wonderful stories and memories shared from his lengthy career as a player and manager, and his opinions on the modern game;

This and much more! Tune In!

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Joining us to preview Saturday’s game at the Stadium of Light between Sunderland & Wycombe is Max from ‘The Wycombe Wanderers Podcast’. You can listen for free on Acast, iTunes, Spotify, TuneIn and YouTube - get stuck in!

What are we talking about this week?

What does Adebayo Akinfenwa bring to a team beyond sheer presence?

The benefits of including community in your club;

Luke O’Nien - whilst he’s not been a regular at Sunderland, why is he so weirdly likable and what do Chairboys fans miss most about him?

Wycombe’s strengths and weaknesses - where could we hurt them, and who should we look out for?

How have Gareth Ainsworth’s team responded to a difficult start to life after promotion, what has improved and where do they still struggle?

Who does Max fear most from the Sunderland line-up?

This, and so much more. Enjoy the show!

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In an attempt to gain some deep insight on how Sunderland’s Academy of Light really works, we sat down with AoL manager Paul Reid and club legend Kevin Ball for another exclusive episode of the Podcast. You can listen on Acast, iTunes, Spotify, TuneIn and YouTube.

What are we talking about this episode?

Getting to know who Paul Reid really is;

What is Kevin Ball’s role in the Academy these days?

Bally talks about his various relationships with the many players that have came through Sunderland’s academy under his guidance;

What are their plans for the Academy going forward?

How do things work at the AoL?

All this and much, much more. Tune In!

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Sunderland won AGAIN this past weekend in the FA Cup, and joining us to discuss the performance and goals in all their glory is the Chronicle’s James Hunter! You can listen for free on iTunes, Acast, Spotify, Youtube and Tunein.

What are we talking about this episode?

Another win for Sunderland on the road; Can we keep this up?

Talking tactics; How did Ross do in his first FA Cup tie in charge of the lads?

Player performances and Honeyman-rating faux pas;

Returning players; With Watmore's return on the horizon, where does he fit in to the current squad?

If we haven't moved up a gear yet (according to certain stats) what happens when we do?

All this and much more! Tune In!

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Sir Bob Murray sat down with Roker Report this week for a chat in what was undoubtedly one of the biggest, most honest and in-depth Podcast interviews we’ve ever recorded. You can listen on Acast, iTunes, Spotify, TuneIn and YouTube.

What are we talking about this episode?

How did Sir Bob come to own Sunderland AFC?

Is he still a massive Lads fan?

What was his relationship like with former managers including Peter Reid, Denis Smith, Mick McCarthy and Howard Wilkinson?

How he feels about Ellis Short;

Why he cannot forgive Niall Quinn for two things he did as Chairman of SAFC;

All this and much more. Tune In!

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This week our resident Xtra host Graham had the pleasure of catching up with the absolute gentleman and legend that is former Sunderland AFC Captain (and hard-as-f**k midfield enforcer) Lorik Cana! Answering questions on his life, his career, and his time at the club! You can listen, for free as usual, on Acast, iTunes, Spotify, TuneIn and YouTube.

What are we talking about this episode?

Lorik talks about the events and circumstances which shaped him as a young man, and what drove him to become the player he was;

His first thoughts on coming to Sunderland at that specific point in his career: What or who sold our club to him?

His thoughts on what it means to play for a club like Sunderland, and his love and respect for the fans and the region;

HARD AS F**K; Knowing the limits and pushing them as far as they can be pushed;

Lorik reflects on the team, his favourite players, the craziest man he's ever met, his relationship with Catts, and his influence on a young Hendo;

Favourite moments; What are his most precious memories of his time with us?

His reasons for leaving the club and his feelings on the situation looking back; Lorik makes a promise to the fans...

All this and much more! Tune In!

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Connor and Alex have the pleasure of hosting Sunderland Echo’s former chief Sunderland AFC writer, Tales from the Red & Whites contributor/editor (and passionate lads fan) Graeme Anderson! Discussing all things SAFC - past, present and future! You can listen, for free as usual, on Acast, iTunes, Spotify, TuneIn and YouTube. 

What are we talking about this week?

In depth analysis of our latest win against Plymouth;

Overall progression of the club this season, and how that progression compares to previous years; 

Tales from the Red & Whites; Graeme gives some insight into the upcoming third volume, and their interviews with Knighton, McMenemy, Crosby, Reid, Poyet and Grayson!

An evolution of sports journalism; Graeme talks covering Sunderland over the years, his relationships with different Managers, Players, Owners, and the press pack itself (as well as the considerable distinction of writing more words on SAFC than any other journalist in history!)

Investing in youth; The importance of keeping hold of our young homegrown stars, as well as the need to strengthen the squad further in January.

Great stories and pearls of wisdom abound here! Tune In!

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He’s the face of Monday Night Football - and now he’s on the Roker Rapport Podcast! David Jones joins us in the studio to talk about why he’s such a Massive Sunderland fan. You can listen, for free as usual, on Acast, iTunes, Spotify, TuneIn and YouTube.

What are we talking about this episode?

David talks about his upbringing and how he became a Sunderland fan;

He talks about his heroes growing up watching the Lads;

His experience of working as a director at Oxford United;

His relationships with Stewart Donald and Charlie Methven;

All this and a great deal more! Sit back, tune in and enjoy.

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It's that time again! Our esteemed host Connor Bromley sits down with Sunderland owner Stewart Donald to discuss how he's feeling about our progress so far this season, and to let us know some of the goings on behind the scenes, as well as answering as many of your fan questions as possible! Listen in!

What are we talking about this episode?

Stewart gives his thoughts on manager Jack Ross and how well he's done with the squad;

How certain squad members have been settling in, along with Contract talk and thoughts on the January window;

The fanbase and their continuing relentless support;

Juan Sartori and his role at the club in coming years;

The Ndong and Papy saga; What's happening now?

Mags at games... What does the Chairman make of it all?

All this and a great deal more! Two hours or so of pure SAFC audio gold!

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