The Pools Pod

By Jack Twydale

A podcast talking about Hartlepool United, hosted by Jack Twydale. I will be discussing the club's on-field performances past and present with a variety of guests each week.

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September 05, 2025 Sept 5 - Boston and the Wood
I'm joined by Daniel to chat about our last two home games - Boreham Wood and Boston. Disappointing draws, or something to build on? There's a bit of a ramble too!
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46min
August 29, 2025 Aug 29 - A Great Start!
An episode of two parts this week - Adam is first to join me as we look at a successful start to the season, and break down our performances to date. Danny is my guest for the second half to run through recent managerial changes in the League and talk through his pre-match press conference with Simon Grayson and Jermaine Francis. With thanks to Danny and The Red Radio for permission to use clips from the conference in this episode!
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1h 5min
August 15, 2025 Aug 15 - Yeovil and the National League
I'm joined this week by Hartlepool Mail writer Robbie Stelling to discuss the opening-day fixture at Yeovil and the month ahead. Plus, a chat about the wider League, and how other clubs stack up.
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47min
August 08, 2025 Aug 8 - The Season Preview
I'm joined by Isaac for the season preview! How will Pools do? Who will stand out? What will the League look like at the end of the season? Who knows, but we've given it a go! With thanks to Robbie and Danny for their contributions.
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53min
July 25, 2025 July 25 - A Testimonial and a Book
I'm joined this week by HGT advocate Jill Simmonds and 'Poolies at Heart' author Stephen Poxon to look ahead to Nicky Featherstone's testimonial, and look back at his stellar service to the club.
Stephen also speaks about his upcoming book, and what it took to bring together the memories of fans, players, managers, and many more.
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1h 16min
July 18, 2025 July 18 - Friendlies, Kits, and Signings
I am joined this week by Dan and Danny to chat about how the team are looking in pre-season, with a focus on the games at Whitby and Redcar. We talk about the new signings, the trialists, and what to expect from the first game at the Vic on Sunday. Plus, a bit of kit talk, and a look ahead at Nicky Featherstone's testimonial game!
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58min
July 12, 2025 July 12 - The Fixtures
An epilogue to the season opener, where Adam, Ellis, and I discuss the fixtures for the upcoming season, and debate the wider league in general!
Make sure to catch Part One if you haven't already done so!
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21min
July 11, 2025 July 11 - We're Back!
We're back for Season Two of the Pools Pod! Adam and Ellis join me for the season opener, where we look at the ups and downs of the off-season so far.
We dive into the ownership tug-of-war, dissect the controversy of the latest managerial change, and cast our eye over the player departures. Plus, Ellis runs the rule over our new recruits and what they could bring to Pools.
Make sure to catch Part Two on Saturday July 12 at 5pm!
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52min
May 10, 2025 May 10 - Season Review and Awards
It's the Pools Pod season review, and I'm joined by Dan and Isaac to hand out the traditional end-of-season awards! Player of the Season, Goal of the Season, Result of the Season, and more! Plus, a look at Monday's season closer at home to Forest Green, and a bit of chat about the clubs confirmed to be joining us in the National League next campaign.
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1h 3min
April 25, 2025 April 25 - Gateshead and the Takeover
Danny and I chat about the excellent Easter Monday victory over Gateshead, and digest the latest takeover update from the club. Note: This episode was recorded on Wednesday evening at 7:30pm - any updates since then will be covered in our next episode.
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37min

FAQs about The Pools Pod:

How many episodes does The Pools Pod have?

The podcast currently has 31 episodes available.