The Athletic's Everton podcast returns with Rodriguez-like impact thanks to the expert stylings of club correspondents Greg O'Keeffe and Paddy Boyland.

The lads were left feeling a little deflated after the Blues failed to hold on to their James-inspired lead against Palace; even Gbamin's appearance failed to provoke a spark of enthusiasm from Paddy.

So, how about this run-in, and where is Ancelotti taking the club? Plenty of musings on identity, whether we have much of one, and whether it matters a great deal.

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