Adrian Goldberg

THE LIQUIDATOR

Sports EN ↓ 297 episodes

The strictly 100% unofficial, fan powered West Bromwich Albion podcast.

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Adrian Goldberg

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Sports

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Latest episode

Jun 28, 2026

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Episodes

LEICESTER TESTER 13.09.2020

Blimey - that was some introduction to the Premier League.  A 3-0 drubbing by Leicester. Adrian and Chris discuss transfer options, Slaven Bilic's body language and one time Albion striker Jason Roberts. Don't forget to support the Smethwick Foodbank.  Go to Smethwick. Foodbank. Org. Uk Presented by Adrian Goldberg (@goldbergradio) and Chris Lepkowski (@Chrislepkowski). Produced by Adrian Goldberg...

PREMIER PREVIEWS AND PREDICTIONS FOR 20/21 06.09.2020

Adrian and Chris discuss Albion's close season signings, and predict where they think the Baggies will finish in the Premier League in the 2020/21campaign. Presented by Adrian Goldberg and Chris Lepkowski Produced by Adrian Goldberg Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

FIXTURES RELEASED; RED AND YELLOW THIRD KIT; OLI BURKE 23.08.2020

In the second Liquidator summer special, Adrian and Chris pore over the new fixtures; get misty eyed about the Baggies retro yellow and red third kit; and discuss a possible swap deal for Oil Burke. Presented by Adrian Goldberg (@goldbergradio) and Chris Lepkowksi (@chrislepkowski). Produced by Adrian Goldberg. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

SUMMER SPECIAL: MARK JENKINS, NICOLAS ANELKA AND "KEN" 07.08.2020

It might be the close season but life is anything but dull at The Hawthorns.  Chief Executive Mark Jenkins, who served Albion for 18 years in two spells has retired, and has been replaced be Xu "Ken" Ke. Meanwhile, former Baggies striker Nicola Anelka has attempted to justify his notorious "quenelle" gesture in a new Netflix documentary. Adrian Goldberg and Chris Lepkowski chew the cud. Produced b...

SEASON FINALE: THE NEW KIT, WHO TO KEEP, AND PLAYER OF THE YEAR 27.07.2020

In this final episode of the season, Adrian and Chris discuss the Baggies new retro "barcode" kit, ruminate on the areas where Albion's squad needs improvement ahead of a Premier League campaign, and they nominate their player of the year. The Liquidator supports Smethwick Food Bank (Smethwick. Foodbank. Org. UK) Presented by Adrian Goldberg and Chris Lepkowski. Produced by Adrian Goldberg. Hosted...

WE ARE PREMIER LEAGUE: PROMOTION SPECIAL 22.07.2020

Adrian and Chris celebrate the Baggies promotion to the Premier League. Presented by Adrian Goldberg and Chris Lepkowski Produced by Adrian Goldberg Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

LAST CHANCE SALOON 19.07.2020

Albion go into the final week of the regular season knowing that a win against QPR will guarantee automatic promotion - despite dreadful performance and defeat at Huddersfield. If they slip up, either Brentford or Fulham could capitalise, leaving Albion to slug it out in the play offs. Presented by Adrian Goldberg and Chris Lepkowski Produced by Adrian Goldberg Supporting Smethwick Foodbank - Smet...

ALBION'S LOAN RANGERS; AND IN PRAISE OF ROMAINE SAWYERS 12.07.2020

As well as reflecting on recent performances against Blackburn and Derby, Adrian and Chris assess the prospects of Albion's four loan signings; and reflect on the contribution of the "heartbeat" of the team, Romaine Sawyers. Presented by Adrian Goldberg and Chris Lepkowski  Produced by Adrian Goldberg PLEASE SUPPORT SMETHWICK FOODBANK.  SMETHWICK.FOODBANK.ORG.UK Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/priv...

"DON'T CALL HIM CAMEL, HE'LL GET THE HUMP" 05.07.2020

Adrian and Chris discuss recent West Bromwich Albion games against Hull City and Sheffield Wednesday, and aim to predict the final points titles for the top three in the Championship.  There are also handy notes on the pronunciation of the Baggies Polish winger, Kamil Grosicki. Please support Smethwick Food Bank if you can.    More info at Smethwick. Foodbank. Org. Uk Presented by Adrian Goldberg...

THE ALBION ACADEMY; PLUS BEE STUNG AT BRENTFORD 28.06.2020

With the impending departure at a cut price fee of Baggies Acadamy graduate Nathan Ferguson, Adrian and Chris debate the merits of having a youth set-up which has frequently been plundered by richer clubs. They also discuss a disappointing defeat at Brentford and forthcoming matches against Sheffield Wednesday and Hull City. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

IT'S FOOTBALL, JIM - BUT NOT AS WE KNOW IT 21.06.2020

After a three month hiatus in live football because of Coronavirus, Adrian Goldberg and Chris Lepkowski reflect on the return of the EFLChampionship and the strange experience of watching matches in empty stadiums on the TV or laptop. Includes a review of a goalless draw against Birmingham City, and a forthcoming crunch clash with Brentford. Presented by Adrian Goldberg and Chris Lepkowksi Produce...

FROM BUZAGLO TO BALIS; AND FOOTBALL REALLY IS BACK 15.06.2020

The Liquidator co-host Chris Lepkowski gives us an exclusive preview of his book "From Buzaglo to Balis" which chronicles Baggies history from 1991 to 2002.  The book features interviews with the likes of Gary Megson, Jason Roberts, Darren Bradley, Daryl Burgess, Dennis Smith and Ossie Ardiles.  More info at Frombtob.co.uk Adrian and Chris also preview Albion v Blues as Championship football retur...

THANKS, BRUNTY! AND FOOTBALL IS BACK (SORT OF...) 08.06.2020

Adrian Goldberg and Chris Lepkowski offer an appreciation of Baggies captain Chris Brunt who has announced that he'll be leaving the club at the end of the season, after more than 400 matches.  Brunty has played in two promotion winning sides, and made more Premier League appearances than any player in Albion's history.  He's also in the EPL's all time Top Ten for goal assists. Presented by Adrian...

RICHARD SNEEKES 01.06.2020

Richard Sneekes was a star player in a period when many Albion fans doubted whether the club would ever play in the top flight again.  He played 251 times for the Baggies, scoring 34 goals in the process before a personality clash with Gary Megson signalled his inevitable departure. He shares stories about his six year Albion career, his thoughts on the current team, and explains what it was like...

DAWN ASTLE: UP FOR THE CUP 25.05.2020

In this episode we mark the 52nd anniversary of Albion winning their last major trophy - the FA Cup Final in 1968 against Everton.  Dawn Astle, daughter of goalscorer Jeff Astle shares her family stories of the day. The Liquidator supports Smethwick Foodbank.  Please help 'em if you can - Smethwick. Foodbank. Org. UK Presented by Adrian Goldberg and Chris Lepkowski. Produced by Adrian Goldberg for...

SUPERBOB: BOB TAYLOR 18.05.2020

Baggies legend "Super" Bob Taylor spends time with Adrian Goldberg and Chris Lepkowski. While you're here don't forget to visit the Smethwick Foodbank and help them if you can at Smethwick. Foodbank.org.uk Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

HE COMES FROM AUSTRIA - PAUL SCHARNER 10.05.2020

Baggies cult hero Paul Scharner reminisces with Adrian Goldberg and Chris Lepkowski about his two seasons at The Hawthorns (2010-2012) under Roberto Di Matteo and Roy Hodgson. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

PEREIRA, THE GREAT ESCAPE, AND THE ONES THAT GOT AWAY 03.05.2020

This week a wide ranging chat encompassing the possible outcome of the Championship season; an extension to the deadline by which Albion have to sign Matheus Pereira; memories of the Great Escape season; and the transfer targets who never quite made it to The Hawthorns. With Adrian Goldberg and Chris Lepkowski. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

KEVIN DONOVAN: 1993 AND ALL THAT 27.04.2020

Former Baggies midfielder Kevin Donovan recalls the 1992-93 promotion season which culminated in a Wembley play-off final attended by 42,000 WBA fans.  It was the season when Boing Boing first erupted on the terraces, and Albion played a swashbuckling style under Ossie Ardiles. We also get an update on the Smethwick Food Bank from food bank manager Janine Bowers-Wild. Hosted on Acast. See acast.co...

LAURIE, KOUMAS, GERA, PEREIRA ETC 20.04.2020

Adrian Goldberg and Chris Lepkowski respond to listeners' questions - including this one; who is the most skilful player you've seen in a WBA shirt.  They trace a line in magical ball players from the Atkinson era to today.  They also answer questions about the club's ownership and its realistic ambitions in a world where oil states like Abu Dhabi and now Saudi Arabia are buying into English footb...

THE HISTORY BOYS WITH JOHN HOMER 13.04.2020

After a weekend when WBA might have clinched promotion - but for the Coronavirus pandemic - Adrian Goldberg and Chris Lepkowski discuss their favourite Albion sides to secure elevation to the top division.  They are joined by John Homer, chairman of the Official West Bromwich Albion Supporters Club, who fills in the blanks around the squad which won the Football League Championship exactly 100 yea...

BAGGIES 1 COVID 0 06.04.2020

At a time when other clubs are being criticised for relying on taxpayer handouts to help them through the Coronavirus crisis - despite having billionaire backers - WBA Chief Exec Mark Jenkins is leading the way by taking a temporary 100% pay cut.  Adrian Goldberg and Chris Lepkowski discuss the impact of Covid 19 on the Baggies promotion chances - and reminisce about their first Albion game. Hoste...

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