In this episode, we're joined by author Steven Scragg for the first of a two-part special all about the European Cup Winners' Cup.

We discuss the tournament itself, with comparison to its siblings: the UEFA Cup and the European Cup Winners' Cup. Then, it's onto some of the sides that defined the tournament – from Dinamo Tbilisi to Carl Zeiss Jena.

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In this episode, we're joined by author Gary Thacker to chat about the unfulfilled glory of Dutch football.

We discuss the legacy of Johan Cruyff and the beauty of 'totaalvoetbal'. Then, it's onto Ajax, Feyenoord and the rise of domestic Dutch football. Finally, we plot the path of the Netherlands at the 74 & '78 World Cups and how they were twice the bridesmaid, never the bride.

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In this episode, we're joined by author Aidan Williams to chat about the Italian side of '90.

We discuss how Roberto Baggio and Salvatore Schillaci looked set for a fated World Cup final against West Germany on home soil, until the arrival of Diego Maradona and Argentina in Naples...

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In this episode, we're joined by author Stuart Horsfield to chat about the Brazil side of '82.

We discuss one of football's most exhilarating and entertaining World Cup sides – blessed with Zico, Sócrates and Falcão. Then, their dream fell apart against Italy in what many consider 'The Glorious Failure'. Finally, we discuss the influence Brazil had on a young boy who fell in love with them from his home in Yorkshire and how that side shaped his relationship with football to this day.

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In an unexpected episode, we're joined by football writer Aidan Williams to discuss the shocking news surrounding a proposed 'Super League'.

We discuss the state of modern football, through both the lens of the 'Super League' and in a wider context.

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In the last episode of the first season, we're joined by football content creator Charlie Carmichael to discuss Leicester City.

We discuss his relationship with the club, stemming back to his childhood. Then, it's onto the history of the club – from mid-table mediocrity in the EFL to defying all odds to win the Premier League. Finally, we explore what's next for the Foxes.

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In this episode, we're joined by football writer Paul McParlan to discuss Everton.

We discuss his relationship with the club – with mention of the successes under Howard Kendall. Then, it's onto the less-than-successful period under Walter Smith; who was eventually replaced by his fellow countryman in David Moyes. Finally, we plot the path of the club since Moyes left for Manchester and what's next for the Toffees.

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In this bonus episode, we're joined by football writer Jack Wills to discuss the '18 World Cup.

We discuss his recent series of articles that saw him talk to fans from all of the teams at the World Cup in Russia, before delving into some of the tales from the tournament.

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In this episode, we're joined once again by football author Steven Scragg to continue our chat about Liverpool Football Club.

We discuss the club in the modern era – with mention of that night in Istanbul. Then, it's onto those iconic nights at Anfield – including that night against Barcelona. Finally, it's onto that moment when Liverpool ended their thirty-year wait for a title.

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In this episode, we're joined by football author Steven Scragg for a two-part special about Liverpool Football Club.

We discuss Steven's relationship with his boyhood club. Then, it's onto those the boot room and how it has defined the club – with mention of Bill Shankly, Bob Paisley and the King of the Kop: Kenny Dalglish.

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