The Wanderer

Darryl and Jacko take a look at pre-season so far, the signings and those we have missed, George Johnston’s injury and... is MJ is on the move to MK Dons?

Former club secretary - and Bolton Wanderers historian - Simon Marland opens his treasure chest of stories and takes us into the heart of the club, including the final seasons at Burnden Park, travelling to Galatasaray to sign Nicolas Anelka, rebuilding the squad after administration and the weird clauses in players contracts.

Darryl, Jacko and Maggie gather to assess the transfer business so far and Bolton's opening fixtures.

This week, more of the best of the guests, including Dean Holdsworth's wild stories from the 'Crazy Gang' era at Wimbledon and Stelios Giannakopoulos takes us into a dress room of legends at Bolton.

The football season is over, so we fill the hole with some of the best of our Summer Sessions. This week, Guðni Bergsson recalls his dramatic debut, Kevin Davies remembers the trip to Bayern Munich and Adam Le Fondre on the iconic final day win against Nottingham Forest.

Darryl, Jacko and Maggie look back over the 2022/23 season, the highs and lows, and assess the changes the Bolton squad needs over the summer.

Darryl, Jacko and Maggie discuss the defeat to Barnsley in the play-off semi final. Plus, hear from Ian Evatt on a disappointing end to the season.

Darryl, Jacko and Maggie discuss the play-off semi final first leg against Barnsley. Plus, hear Ian Evatt’s assessment and from man of the match James Trafford.

Darryl, Jacko and Maggie discuss the victory at Bristol Rovers and preview the first leg of the play-off semi finals against Barnsley.

Darryl, Maggie and Jacko discuss the result against Fleetwood that secures Bolton's place in the play-offs. Plus, hear from James Trafford on his future and Ian Evatt on getting across the line.

Bolton boss Ian Evatt gives his thoughts on a frustrating defeat at home to Accrington. Darryl, Jacko and Maggie discuss what went wrong, what went right, and Bolton's chances in the final play-off push.

Bolton boss Ian Evatt on the win at Oxford and a point at Burton. Darryl, Maggie and Jacko discuss missed chances and THAT red card that wasn't.

Darryl, Maggie and Jacko discuss the three points at Exeter and a painful equaliser at home to Cambridge. Plus, hear Ian Evatt's take on the team changes.

Darryl, Maggie and Jacko unpack an emphatic and emotional cup final win at Wembley. Plus, hear from Ian Evatt, Kyle Dempsey, Elias Kachunga, John McGinlay and your calls.

Hear from Bolton boss Ian Evatt, captain Ricardo Santos and defender Gethin Jones ahead of the Papa John’s Trophy final at Wembley.

Darryl and Jacko discuss a valuable point and an improved performance on the road to high-flying Sheffield Wednesday, the Dion Charles penalty that never was and Bolton’s preparations for the trip to Wembley. Plus, hear from Ian Evatt and Josh Sheehan.

Darryl, Jacko and Maggie assess the defeat at home to Ipswich, what went wrong and why. Plus, we hear Ian Evatt's assesment and the team preview the trip to high flying Sheffield Wednesday.

Bolton boss Ian Evatt reacts to a frustrating day and draw at Morecambe. Jacko, Maggie and Josh discuss a disappointing result on the road.

Darryl, Jacko and Maggie discuss the win against Port Vale, a poor performance against Portsmouth and Wembley tickets going on sale. Plus, hear Ian Evatt’s take on a tired team.

Darryl, Jacko and Maggie discuss Bolton's semi-final win over Accrington, taking them to Wembley for the Papa John's Trophy final. Plus, hear from Ian Evatt and goalscorer Elias Kachunga.

Darryl, Jacko and Maggie discuss the defeat to Wycombe, the new stadium sponsor and preview the Papa John's Trophy semi-final at Accrington. Plus, hear from Ian Evatt on preparations for the cup clash.

Darryl, Jacko and Maggie discuss Bolton's stunning ten goals against Peterborough and MK Dons, Santos' goals and Shola's impact. Plus, what has changed in Bolton's set pieces?

Darryl, Jacko and Maggie discuss the win at home against Cheltenham, how to clamp down on time-wasting and Bolton's 5,000th league fixture against Peterborough. Plus, is James Trafford set to become City's number two?

Darryl, Jacko and Maggie discuss the win against Charlton, THAT free-kick and assess the ins and outs of the transfer window. Plus, the definitive guide to pronouncing Shola Shoretire’s name.

Hear from Bolton boss Ian Evatt on the win over Forest Green and THAT sending off - Dion Charles gets a red card for Elias Kachunga's offence.