Welcome everyone to the newest Everton podcast, "The Blue Frontier". James Boyman and Ryan Williams are back in the pod game and joined by a new third co-host, Shan Khan (otherwise known as the Chief of the Optimism Train). In the inaugural episode, the hosts discuss the transition from the American Toffee Podcast to their new venture. They express gratitude for community support and outline their plans for the podcast, including discussions on the Friedkin Group's takeover of Everton, stadium developments, and the management structure moving forward.

Producer's note: Thank you again for all of your support during this transition. We are thrilled to be back in your ears! PLEASE help the new show feed reach as many folks as possible by leaving us a rating or review and sharing the links on social media!

LINKS:

New discord: https://discord.gg/wfSnYKdb3j

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00:00 Transitioning from the American Toffee Podcast 09:33 Logo and Branding Discussion 14:17 New Era: The Friedkin Group Takeover 23:11 Commercial Strategy and Brand Enhancement 28:46 Patience vs. Decisiveness in Management 32:33 Stadium Development and Naming Rights 47:42 Evaluating Managers: Sean Dyche and Kevin Thelwell 01:01:18 Final Thoughts and Community Engagement