From hope to heartbreak in just seven days. After Plymouth Argyle’s long-awaited win against Blackpool and the excitement of new signings, optimism filled Home Park. But a cruel Carabao Cup exit at Swansea on penalties and a crushing 4–0 defeat at Cardiff have left belief hanging by a thread.

In this episode of Tales from the Block, we step inside the locker room and onto the long coach ride home — hearing the thoughts of players, the reflections of chairman Simon Hallett, and the quiet determination of Kevin Nancekivell. With the transfer window closing at 11 pm on Monday, can Argyle find the reinforcements needed to change their fortunes… or is the fear of back-to-back relegations becoming all too real?

Some moments are dramatised, but the heart of Argyle beats true. Written and produced by The Crazy Pilgrim for the Block 9 Podcast. #pafc #argyle #football

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A week away, and chaos unfolds. Argyle stumble to four straight league defeats, the mood around Home Park turns toxic, and chants against the board grow louder. But just when hope seemed lost, three new signings arrive — Alex Mitchell, Mathias Ross, and the long-awaited striker Lorent Tolaj.

Could perseverance finally pay off? In this week’s Tales from the Block, we relive the Carabao Cup comeback against QPR, the pain of Leyton Orient, and the relief as Tolaj’s debut helps deliver Argyle’s first league win of the season.

Some moments are dramatised, but the heart of Argyle beats true. Written and produced by The Crazy Pilgrim for the Block 9 Podcast. #pafc #argyle #football

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The search for reinforcements takes another twist as Tom Cleverley’s week starts with disappointment and ends in disbelief. From late-night service station phone calls to a centre-back signing gone spectacularly wrong, Argyle’s recruitment battles play out against the backdrop of open training sessions, mounting injuries, and an away trip to face their former manager at Bolton.

On the pitch, hopes are high… until two decisive moments leave the travelling Green Army stunned. Off it, Tom’s post-match comments spark debate — was this just frustration talking, or a pointed message aimed higher up the club?

🎙 Tales from the Block dramatises the week-to-week life around Plymouth Argyle Football Club, blending real events with behind-the-scenes twists. Some events are fictionalised — the passion is always real. #pafc #argyle #plymouthargyle

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🎧 Episode 11– When Saturday comes you then you wish it hadn't!

In this episode. Cleverley chases Dale Taylor, Simon Hallet is back at Home Park and worried about the fans forum. First league game gets off to the worst possible start. Although one player shines bright as a makeshift No. 9. Then drama as Tom receives a call on his way home!

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🎧 Episode 10 – One Shot. one Opportunity.

On this episode. Amaechi & Oseni clown the vets. Pleggy’s Block 9 Podcast moment with The Crazy Pilgrim and gang. Coffee in Chicago. Bristol City defeat and will we find a new No. 9?

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🎧 Episode 9 – The Waiting Game

Austrai camp complete. Argyle’s gritty Truro comeback, Roman Burrell transfer drama, and X erupts with @Dave2029 & @PilgrimPetey’s antics! Tom Cleverley feels his squad is taking shape and for David Fox and Tom Randal it's back to the drawing board for a new No 9.

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🎧 Episode 8 – The Alpine Twist

As the squad takes shape, they head off to Austria although two players fail to get on the coach for two very different reasons. Tom Cleverley Mic'd up for a training session showing of his banter skills, or trying too. David Fox and Tom Randal working tirelessly to sign that priority 1 player! Can they get him over the line?

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🎧 Episode 7 – The Business End

As the squad takes shape, there’s no rest for Tom Randel or David Fox. With deals flying in and out, we follow a packed week of transfer drama: Baidoo heads to Qatar, Ogbeta and Wright find new homes, and three fresh faces arrive at Home Park.

Meanwhile, a request from Exeter City catches Tom off guard. Back on the training ground, David Fox reflects on the journey so far — from manager recruitment chaos to high-intensity sessions and tactical prep ahead of the Austria tour. He’s proud, punchy, and honest about the new era post-relegation.

Argyle are rebuilding. The system is shifting. And fans are starting to feel it.

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🎧 Episode 6 – Flying the Nest

Adam Randell moves on. Bale bows out.

This week, the heartstrings are tugged as the “Plymstock Pirlo” Adam Randell leaves Argyle after 15 years for a new chapter at Bristol City. But it’s not just football – it’s family, ambition, and the price of staying or going.

Meanwhile, pre-season kicks off with beep tests, banter, and a fresh-faced Tom Cleverley cracking jokes at Joe Edwards and Julio’s expense. Bundu’s gone, Ogbeta’s off, and Dave asking: “Where’s Baidoo?”

Fixtures are live. Austria awaits. Plus: a new striker signs, and a call from 01392

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🎧 Episode 5 – New Face, New Chapters. Same Argyle

Tom Cleverley begins his new life at Argyle, but off the pitch, the drama keeps rolling...

As the new Head Coach searches for a place to call home in Plymouth, playful banter and unexpected jabs remind him he's officially part of the Green Army. Meanwhile, across the Atlantic, Gareth Bale swings more than just a golf club as takeover whispers begin to surface.

Back home, the departure of fan-favourite Ryan Hardie to Wrexham hits hard — but Tom’s first official interview and backroom staff announcement begin to steady the ship. All eyes turn to the press room, where a familiar journalist can’t resist bringing up a certain Wayne Rooney…

It’s a new era at Home Park. But it wouldn’t be Argyle without a few twists.

📍 Written and produced by The Crazy Pilgrim

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