Roker Rapport Podcast

Joining us in the studio is Sunderland Executive Director Charlie Methven, who is appearing on his second Roker Rapport podcast to answer your questions, and to talk all things SAFC and more. You can listen for free on Acast, iTunes, Spotify, TuneIn and YouTube - get stuck in! What are we talking about today? Getting to know Charlie as a person; The Fan experience at the Stadium of Light... and ce...

Joining us in the studio to talk candidly about his controversial time as a Sunderland player is Lee Clark. You can listen for free on Acast, iTunes, Spotify, TuneIn and YouTube - get stuck in! What are we talking about this episode? Lee tells all about where Sunderland’s interest in him started; How a boozy session with Peter Reid convinced him to come; His happy memories of playing for the Lads;...

Our Graham managed to squeeze in a chat with Express and Star writer Joe, in between a couple of big player interviews, to discuss the upcoming away trip to the West Midlands, and to see how the Saddlers are doing these days. Tune In! What are we talking about this episode? How are Keates' men doing this season? Tactical breakdown and Analysis of their recent games; Players to watch; With talented...

Our Xtra host Graham had the chance to catch up with the absolute Lad that is Kieran Richardson to discuss his time at Sunderland, Roy Keane, Steve Bruce, that absolute screamer against the mags, the fanbase as a whole, that ponytail, and the highlights of his playing career to date. What are we talking about this episode?  If Kieran could pick a team from the players he played alongside at t...

Joining Connor Bromley in the studio to analyse the lads performance against Wycombe this weekend (and regale us with some fantastic stories from his lengthy backroom career at Sunderland and beyond) Is former Sunderland assistant secretary, Derby County secretary, Gillingham secretary and current SAFC senior supporters secretary - Malcolm Bramley! You can listen for free on Acast, iTunes, Spotify...

The latest special guest to join us on the Roker Rapport Podcast is former Sunderland AFC manager Alan Durban, discussing his turbulent time on Wearside between 1981-84 with our Connor and the ITHICS lads. You can listen, for free as usual, on iTunes. Acast, Spotify, TuneIn, and of course YouTube. What are we talking about this episode? Alan tells us why he took the managers job at Roker Park at s...

Joining us to preview Saturday’s game at the Stadium of Light between Sunderland & Wycombe is Max from ‘The Wycombe Wanderers Podcast’. You can listen for free on Acast, iTunes, Spotify, TuneIn and YouTube - get stuck in! What are we talking about this week? What does Adebayo Akinfenwa bring to a team beyond sheer presence? The benefits of including community in your club; Luke O’Nien - whilst...

In an attempt to gain some deep insight on how Sunderland’s Academy of Light really works, we sat down with AoL manager Paul Reid and club legend Kevin Ball for another exclusive episode of the Podcast. You can listen on Acast, iTunes, Spotify, TuneIn and YouTube. What are we talking about this episode? Getting to know who Paul Reid really is; What is Kevin Ball’s role in the Academy these days? B...

Sunderland won AGAIN this past weekend in the FA Cup, and joining us to discuss the performance and goals in all their glory is the Chronicle’s James Hunter! You can listen for free on iTunes, Acast, Spotify, Youtube and Tunein. What are we talking about this episode? Another win for Sunderland on the road; Can we keep this up? Talking tactics; How did Ross do in his first FA Cup tie in charge of...

Sir Bob Murray sat down with Roker Report this week for a chat in what was undoubtedly one of the biggest, most honest and in-depth Podcast interviews we’ve ever recorded. You can listen on Acast, iTunes, Spotify, TuneIn and YouTube. What are we talking about this episode? How did Sir Bob come to own Sunderland AFC? Is he still a massive Lads fan? What was his relationship like with former manager...

This week our resident Xtra host Graham had the pleasure of catching up with the absolute gentleman and legend that is former Sunderland AFC Captain (and hard-as-f**k midfield enforcer) Lorik Cana! Answering questions on his life, his career, and his time at the club! You can listen, for free as usual, on Acast, iTunes, Spotify, TuneIn and YouTube. What are we talking about this episode? Lorik tal...

Connor and Alex have the pleasure of hosting Sunderland Echo’s former chief Sunderland AFC writer, Tales from the Red & Whites contributor/editor (and passionate lads fan) Graeme Anderson! Discussing all things SAFC - past, present and future! You can listen, for free as usual, on Acast, iTunes, Spotify, TuneIn and YouTube.  What are we talking about this week? In depth analysis of our la...

He’s the face of Monday Night Football - and now he’s on the Roker Rapport Podcast! David Jones joins us in the studio to talk about why he’s such a Massive Sunderland fan. You can listen, for free as usual, on Acast, iTunes, Spotify, TuneIn and YouTube. What are we talking about this episode? David talks about his upbringing and how he became a Sunderland fan; He talks about his heroes growing up...

It's that time again! Our esteemed host Connor Bromley sits down with Sunderland owner Stewart Donald to discuss how he's feeling about our progress so far this season, and to let us know some of the goings on behind the scenes, as well as answering as many of your fan questions as possible! Listen in! What are we talking about this episode? Stewart gives his thoughts on manager Jack Ross and how...

Fresh off a couple of successive away wins, the lads are back home this weekend to face Southend United. Graham sat down for a chat with All At Sea Fanzine to see what the Shrimpers have been up to since last we met, and what to expect on Saturday! You can listen, for free as usual, on Acast, iTunes, Spotify, TuneIn and of course YouTube. What are we talking about this week? Reminiscing about our...

Joining the Lads this week in the Roker Rapport studio to talk about Sunderland’s season so far is Phil Smith, football reporter at the Sunderland Echo. You can listen, for free as usual, on Acast, iTunes, Spotify, TuneIn and YouTube. What are we talking about this week? Sunderland’s performance at the weekend against Shrewsbury; Where does George Honeyman fit into the team now, and does he deserv...

The international break is finally at an end for all us poor souls craving club football. As we travel to Shrewsbury this Saturday, our Graham chats with Glyn from Shrewsbury Pod - Salopcast! You can listen, for free as usual, on Acast, iTunes, Spotify, TuneIn and of course YouTube! What are we talking about this week? Flashbacks to the last league game between the two clubs; A few names you might...

The lads welcomed back regular podcast guest Simon O’Rourke to the studio and they were in celebratory spirits after the Black Cats picked up all three points at Valley Parade. You can catch this week’s show on iTunes, Acast, YouTube, and now Spotify! What are we talking about this episode? Connor discusses attending an away game on his own for the first time; Simon explains why he dressed as Dumb...

James Lowson takes over hosting duties this week as he chats to the Chronicle's Mark Douglas about his beloved Bantams (while Mark tries not to wake the bairns) and Sunderland's journey to Valley Parade this weekend! This episode is available as usual, for free, on Acast, iTunes and Youtube. What are we talking about this episode? How are Bradford doing so far this season? Players to watch; Who po...

Julio Arca popped into Roker Report HQ for a nice two hour chat about his career, Sunderland and what he wants to do in the future. We dive into everything from managers, certain goals and his whole career - it is a must listen for any Sunderland fan. As always, you can catch this week’s show on iTunes, Acast and YouTube.  What are we discussing this week? Analysing Sunderland’s draw with Cov...

Paint your wagon and come along to hear our Connor and Alex bask in the warmth and the glory of the tweed, as BBC Newcastle's resident gent Mr Nick Barnes joins us to talk Sunderland's latest home win and all things SAFC! You can catch it as always, for free, on iTunes, Acast and YouTube! What are we talking about this week? All the action, reaction and more from the Lad's 4-1 mauling of Rochdale...

Connor Bromley sat down for a chat with his good friend Alex Jones, who also happens to be a huge Rochdale Fan. Listen as they preview the game, talk Sunderland and what to expect from a League One campaign. You can catch it, as always, for free on iTunes, Acast and YouTube.  What are we talking about this week? Is this the biggest league fixture Rochdale have ever had?  How worried shou...

Joining Connor and Alex in the Roker Rapport Podcast studio this week to analyse the Burton loss and more is the wonderful and very funny David Callaghan! You can catch it, as always, for free on iTunes, Acast and YouTube. What are we discussing this week? Connor's inability to go 5 minutes without saying something inappropriate; Alex reveals details of the exclusive financial package he receives...

Joining our Graham this week to give us an opposition perspective on proceedings ahead of the game down at the Pirelli Stadium on Saturday is Josh Murray, sports writer for the Burton Mail! Listen In! This episode is available as usual, for free, on Acast, iTunes and Youtube. What are we talking about this week? All the goings on since our last meeting with The Brewers in the Championship last sea...

Fresh off an interview with Stewart Donald, Connor welcomed Sunderland legend Gordon Armstrong, alongside Andrew and David from RAWA to discuss the Fleetwood match and all things SAFC! Listen in! You can hear this episode as usual, for free, on Acast, iTunes and Youtube.  What are we talking about today? Sunderland’s 1-1 draw with Joey Barton's Fleetwood Town on Saturday; Some in depth analys...