Total Saints Podcast - 2023/24 Season

[TotalSaintsPod]

We're back with a new season of the Total Saints Podcast!

23/24 #EFL Championship

Life begins under Russell Martin

Pre-season progress

#ReadingFC/ #Goztepe reflections

Transfer ins/outs/hopes

 

Listen - https://pod.fo/e/18ee7c

 

Watch- https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=E9yZQBaD7hg&t=54s...

[It's There]

Great Pod as usual. 
many thanks.

[TotalSaintsPod]

TSP 237 is available now!

Don't forget to follow/subscribe to the podcast to stay up to date on the latest episodes, and check out our YouTube channel to see clips from the podcast each week

In the podcast this week...

🇳🇱 AZ Alkmaar reaction

⚽️ Assessing pre-season

🕵🏻‍♂️ Martin seeks ‘Best/Final XI’

✨ Time for Saints FC to shine!

🦉 Sheffield Wednesday preview

📝 Transfer window latest

🎧 Listen

💻 Watch

[SotonianWill]

Very good point on todays pod - the need to get promoted at the first attempt before being dragged down to the championship level.

It is clear that the three relegated teams are a class above, everything else i’ve seen from the opening weekend has been a painful watch full of sh*te (yet there’s people online from other clubs saying how much quality is in the league this year?) We’ve only got to hope and get behind the team to get us out of here as quickly as possible. 

Edited 6 August, 2023 by SotonianWill

[TotalSaintsPod]

Saints made the perfect start to life in The Championship, thanks to Che Adams' late winner at Sheffield Wednesday - our first win on the opening day of the season in ten years! 

In this week's TSP238, we review that match and preview the upcoming Cup game against Gillingham.

We're also joined by Connor Southwell (from the Pink-Un Norwich City Podcast) to look ahead to next Saturday's league match against Norwich.

➡️ You can listen to the podcast here

➡️Or watch a reply of the 'live' YouTube version here

[TotalSaintsPod]

TSP239 is available now and includes discussion on Russell Martin's first competitive game at St Mary's, James Ward-Prowse leaving Saints after 20 years of service and a preview (with Joe from the Green & White Podcast) of next weekend’s trip to Plymouth.

To check out the latest episode, either:

👉 Listen here

👉 Watch here

[TotalSaintsPod]

Having secured victory at our favourite UK city, built on a rich maritime history, beginning with the letter P.….TSP240 sees the panel reflect on a great (/late) three points, look ahead to next weekend's QPR game (with Ben from the W12 Podcast) and discuss all the latest transfer window news, including Che Adams potential move to Everton.

To check out the latest episode, you can either:

➡️ Re-Watch here

or

➡️ Listen here 

Edited 21 August, 2023 by TotalSaintsPod

[TotalSaintsPod]

For the first time ever, we’ve decided to enter The Football Content Awards - and we’d love your support!

 

If you enjoy listening to TSP, would you be happy to vote for us in the ‘BEST PODCAST - FOOTBALL LEAGUE’ category - via this link: FOOTBALL CONTENT AWARDS - VOTE HERE

 

It’s really simple and takes less than 30 seconds!

 

All you need to do is:

 

👉 Head down to the ‘Best Podcast’ category.

 

👉 Type ‘Total Saints Podcast’ in the Football League field.

 

👉 Agree to the Terms and Conditions.

 

👉 Hit ‘VOTE NOW’!

 

And that's it....job done! ⏰Entries close at 12am on 3rd Sept. ⏰

 

Thanks to this group for your ongoing support. We truly appreciate it.

[TotalSaintsPod]

It was a third win of the new campaign for Saints, thanks to a hard-fought 2-1 victory over QPR FC at St Marys.

The TSP panel reflect on that match, discuss Nathan Tella leaving for Germany, predict what might happen between now and the Transfer Window closing and preview next Saturday's loooong visit to Sunderland.

You can listen to TSP241: here

Also, please don't forget to vote for TSP at the Football Content Awards in the ‘Best Podcast - Football League’ field. Just type in ‘Total Saints Podcast’, accept the T&C's and then hit ‘vote now’!

Nominations close at 11:59pm on Saturday 2nd September! https://footballcontentawards.com/voting/

[TotalSaintsPod]

Sunderland 5 - Saints 0….. our reflections!

Draw a line. Move on.

TSP242 - Listen here: Audio

[TotalSaintsPod]

The latest episode of TSP(243) is available now, reflecting on another frustrating home performance/defeat - this time against Leicester City - as well as previewing the visit of Ipswich Town and Saturday's long trip North to Middlesbrough.

Can Saints stop shipping goals? Did they really go 'toe-to-toe' with the Foxes?

You can listen to the panel's thoughts here: AUDIO LINK

[whelk]

Genuine question how much does it take to make the podcast? See regularly collecting patrons and saying can’t be made without them. Also the ads must contribute a bit.

Really enjoyable btw

[Dusic]

Overall great pod, a must listen each week.

Like: the addition of fans from opposition clubs, really helps to get a sense of each team before we play them as well as an outside Saints perspective.

Minor feedback: totally understand its patreon backed but often the actual content doesn't begin for over 4mins so have just started skipping the intro (which I usually listened to when it was of sensible length). Too much faffing about at the back, get it forward etc etc.

 

[TotalSaintsPod]

On 18/09/2023 at 19:40, whelk said:

Genuine question how much does it take to make the podcast? See regularly collecting patrons and saying can’t be made without them. Also the ads must contribute a bit.

Really enjoyable btw

Glad you enjoy the podcast. Appreciate you listening.

Regarding the costs, we don’t have a main sponsor (the ads really don’t provide much) so have to pay ourselves for weekly hosting/production, the technology behind our content (ie Streamyard), the physical equipment the chaps use to record, software for producing social media clips/snippets, social events and our website. We also provide patrons (depending on tiers) with merchandise (plus international shipping etc.) at the end of each season. While some of that obviously isn’t compulsory to the success of the pod, we want to try and make it the best listen/watch we can, so track and invest every £1 back into the final product.

Over the course of a month/season it adds up, so the patron contributions remain vital (and appreciated) to keeping the show on the road. Hope that helps 👍🏻

[davefizzy14]

Another great listen 👍

[TotalSaintsPod]

On 18/09/2023 at 20:57, Dusic said:

Overall great pod, a must listen each week.

Like: the addition of fans from opposition clubs, really helps to get a sense of each team before we play them as well as an outside Saints perspective.

Minor feedback: totally understand its patreon backed but often the actual content doesn't begin for over 4mins so have just started skipping the intro (which I usually listened to when it was of sensible length). Too much faffing about at the back, get it forward etc etc.

 

Thanks for the feedback, Dusic. Always useful to get.

We appreciate that for many long-term listeners some of the intro may get a little tenuous, but we’re picking up new Saints supporters week after week and not all of them know who we are or how we operate. Hence consistently sharing the overview of the weekly panel, patron tiers etc. 

We’ll do our best to keep that as succinct as we can moving forward.

 

Edited 24 September, 2023 by TotalSaintsPod

[TotalSaintsPod]

If Saints were a song then they'd once again be nestled somewhere between D:Ream's 'Things Can Only Get Better!' and Simon & Garfunkel's 'The Sound of Silence'....

Yes, it's been another week of back-to-back defeats, defensive frailties and a continued waning of overall confidence (for players and fans alike!)

TSP244 attempts to pick through the bones of those Ipswich and Boro games, while looking ahead to the visit of Leeds (and inevitable Joel Piroe goalscoring exhibition...)

You can catch the latest TSP episode:

On audio: here

or on video: here

[TotalSaintsPod]

Please could you vote for Total Saints Podcast in the 2023 Football Content Awards Final?

We're absolutely delighted that TSP has been confirmed as a Finalist in the 2023 Football Content Awards 'Best Podcast - Football League' category.

A massive thank you to everyone on here who voted for us in the first round.

With the chance to now secure something very rare - silverware for Southampton FC - we're requesting your help one last time...by supporting us in the Final!

If you we're willing to do that then this is the process to follow:

• Head to the FCA voting page: HERE

• Scroll down to the 'Best Podcast - Football League' category

• Select 'Total Saints' from the list of options

• Accept the Terms and Conditions

• Hit 'Vote now'!

And that's it!

No personal information needs to be included at any point.

With every vote likely to prove crucial, you can actually do the above via both a PC/Desktop AND mobile device (i.e. you can vote twice).

We truly appreciate your backing this far. Thanks for sticking with the Pod through all the ups, downs and even more downs...and hopefully we can bring a little smile to everyone's face by picking up a win!

[ecuk268]

15 minutes ago, TotalSaintsPod said:

Please could you vote for Total Saints Podcast in the 2023 Football Content Awards Final?

We're absolutely delighted that TSP has been confirmed as a Finalist in the 2023 Football Content Awards 'Best Podcast - Football League' category.

A massive thank you to everyone on here who voted for us in the first round.

With the chance to now secure something very rare - silverware for Southampton FC - we're requesting your help one last time...by supporting us in the Final!

If you we're willing to do that then this is the process to follow:

• Head to the FCA voting page: HERE

• Scroll down to the 'Best Podcast - Football League' category

• Select 'Total Saints' from the list of options

• Accept the Terms and Conditions

• Hit 'Vote now'!

And that's it!

No personal information needs to be included at any point.

With every vote likely to prove crucial, you can actually do the above via both a PC/Desktop AND mobile device (i.e. you can vote twice).

We truly appreciate your backing this far. Thanks for sticking with the Pod through all the ups, downs and even more downs...and hopefully we can bring a little smile to everyone's face by picking up a win!

Done

[It's There]

Done- always a great listen , even if defeats are the main topic!!!

[TotalSaintsPod]

20 hours ago, ecuk268 said:

Done

Thanks so much. We really do appreciate it.

[TotalSaintsPod]

20 hours ago, It's There said:

Done- always a great listen , even if defeats are the main topic!!!

Thank you - and glad you enjoy listening. Lets hope for even one win again soon!

[TotalSaintsPod]

Saints managed to end their recent losing streak, thanks to a surprise win against Leeds United.

TSP245 sees us reflect on those much needed 3 points at St. Mary's, alongside previewing the trip to Stoke City (with Rori from The Boothen Roarcast) and home fixture against Rotherham United (with Danny from the New York Talk podcast).

Finally, with hopes of bringing some rare silverware back to Southampton, we also provide further details on how you can support TSP in the 2023 Football Content Awards!

You can listen to the audio version: here

Or watch a re-run of the live stream: here

[TotalSaintsPod]

It's been a week of 'Ifs, Buts and Maybes' for Saints, with a dogged win at Stoke followed up by a very frustrating 1-1 draw with Rotherham.

TSP246* sees the panel reflect on those two games, discuss a whirlwind 7 days for Charly Alcaraz and also look ahead to the next fixture after the International break, our away trip to Hull City. 

You can listen/watch the episode here:

Video Replay

Audio

Finally, a massive thank you to everyone who voted for us in the Football Content Awards. Voting has now closed.

*There were some slight technical issues for the first 15-20 minutes. Sorry for any clicking you might hear.

[TotalSaintsPod]

With the international break in full flow, TSP returns with something a little different - a school night, bitesize episode!

 

TSP247 sees us work through a variety of Saints-related listener questions, including preferred defence and midfield combinations, Ross Stewart expectations, the absence of Sam Amo-Ameyaw and who exactly Alfie grew up supporting...

You can listen/re-watch the episode via the below links:

 

👉 Audio version

 

➡️ YouTube version

[TotalSaintsPod]

You can't beat a winning goal......especially when its in the 95th minute!!

Yes, TSP248 sees us reflect on a hard-fought (and very late!) three points versus Hull City, as well as preview the mid-week trip to Preston North End and Saturday's home game against Wayne Rooney's Birmingham City (with insight from the Blues Focus Podcast).

If you'd like to listen/re-watch the episode, you can find it:

On audio: here

On video: here

[TotalSaintsPod]

**WARNING: There's a real risk TSP249 could be deemed "overly positive"....so just a heads up!** 

This week we've got two matches to review - the late late show against Preston and the comfortable (in the end!) 3-1 win over Wayne Rooney's Birmingham City.

We're also joined by Micky from 'That Millwall Podcast' to look ahead to next Saturday's fixture in South East London.

You can:

Listen to the episode here: Audio

Watch a video replay of the episode here: YouTube


 

[TotalSaintsPod]

It was another late, late show for Saints this weekend but, with 3 more points in the bag, no-one is complaining!

TSP250 sees the panel review that victory over Millwall – with Alex Bennett, who represented Saints in the Remembrance Day commemorations, joining to share his reflections.

Alongside a variety of other conversation, there’s also a preview of next Saturday’s fixture against West Bromwich Albion, with Chris Hall from the Albion Analysis podcast offering some expert insight on the Baggies.

➡️ You can listen to the audio version of the pod: here

➡️ Or watch the replay of the 'live' YouTube stream: here
 

[TotalSaintsPod]

8 unbeaten….for the first time in 10 years!

TSP251 reflects on our latest three points, the 2-1 win over West Bromwich Albion, previews the post-international break trip to Huddersfield Town (with Rich from ‘And He Takes That Chance’ podcast) and provides an update on the TSP Patron FPL standings.

To listen to the episode, please click here

Or to watch a replay of the ‘live’ stream on our YouTube channel, please click here

[TotalSaintsPod]

While another international break has temporarily halted all Championship football, TSP fill the void with an episode full of variety!

TSP252 includes discussion on Saints' progress so far this season, reacts to news of Everton's FFP breach (and how/if Saints could be further involved), answers listener questions and reflects on the recent Football Content Awards in Liverpool. There's also news of an exclusive, upcoming interview - and giveaway - with a Saints legend. 

You can listen to the audio podcast here

Or watch a replay of the 'live' YouTube version here

[TotalSaintsPod]

Welcome to a special episode of the Total Saints Podcast, an exclusive interview with former Saints captain and all-round Norwegian legend, Claus Lundekvam.

Claus talks about his time at Southampton and adapting to life in the Premier League, memorable matches, challenging players on the opposing team sheet and goes into detail on his battles with mental health and addiction. He also answered as many of your questions as we could fit in.

Finally, Claus has recently launched bornsupporter.com, with the products available at the Saints Store already!

> You can listen to the audio version of the podcast here

> Or watch a replay of the interview via our YouTube channel (from 6pm (UK time) on 22/11) here  

[SaintBobby]

Really excellent content recently, I must join the patreon thing....every episode is a really good listen.

[TotalSaintsPod]

TSP253 sees the crew chat about a frustrating 1-1 draw up at Huddersfield, alongside previewing the imminent fixtures against Bristol City (with Ben from ‘Robins on Tour’) and Cardiff City.

If you’d like to listen to the episode you can do so via the following methods:

Audio version: here

Watch the YouTube version: here

[TotalSaintsPod]

Two home games, two wins and two clean sheets – yes, very unlike Saints! 😉

On this week’s TSP254, we reflect on those matches against Cardiff and Bristol City.

We also preview next weekend’s trip to Watford, with Peter from the ‘Do Not Scratch Your Eyes’ Watford podcast.

Finally, there's an update on Ross Stewart, reaction to the FA Cup 3rd Round Draw and much more!

You can catch up with the episode by:

> Listening to the audio version: HERE

> Watching a reply of the streamed YouTube version: HERE

[TotalSaintsPod]

A 1-1 draw at Watford saw Saints extended their unbeaten run in the Championship to 12 games, however the Hornets late, late equaliser made it feel more like a defeat.

TSP255 sees the panel reflect on that match at Vicarage Road, before previewing this week’s two upcoming fixtures, firstly against Coventry – with Mark from ‘All Things Sky Blue’ joining to provide some insight on Mark Robins side – and then Blackburn Rovers visit to St. Mary’s.

If you’d like to listen to the podcast episode you can do so via the following routes:

Audio: HERE

Watch a YouTube replay: HERE

[TotalSaintsPod]

Saints chalked up their fifth home win in a row, thanks to a 4-0 thrashing of Blackburn Rovers.

TSP256 sees the panel reflect on that game, preview the away visit to QPR next weekend and chat about the potential exit of 'set piece coach' Andreas Georgson.

If you’d like to listen to the episode you can find it here

If you’d like to watch a replay on our YouTube channel then you can find it here

[SaintBobby]

Another great listen. The panel is well balanced, knowledgeable but also very self-effacing.

I wonder if you might occasionally broaden out into wider topics than just the contemporary Saints news (has absence of VAR hurt or harmed us, what do we think of the Sport Republic multi-club model, state of our finances...that kind of stuff).

[TotalSaintsPod]

Saints cruised into the Fourth Round of the FA Cup after thrashing Walsall 4-0 – in what was essentially ‘The Ryan Fraser Show’!

TSP258 sees the team reflect on that victory, review the more forgettable draw at Norwich City on New Year’s Day, discuss the January transfer window and preview the upcoming fixture against Danny Rohl’s Sheffield Wednesday (with James from ‘The Wednesday ‘Til I Die Podcast’ offering expert insight on The Owls).

To access the episode please follow the below links:

Audio: HERE

YouTube Replay: HERE

[TotalSaintsPod]

Saints’ unbeaten run stretched to 20 games (in all competitions), after Sheffield Wednesday became the latest Championship side to get thumped at St. Mary’s!

TSP259 reflects on all the key moments from that match, discusses the latest/possible comings and goings of the January transfer window and previews Russell Martin’s return to Swansea, with local insight from Luke at the SwansCast Podcast.

If you’d like to hear/watch the episode then please follow the below links:

> Audio version

> YouTube Replay version 

[TotalSaintsPod]

Saints made it 20 league games unbeaten – a club record – after beating Swansea 3-1.

TSP260 sees the panel reflect on that achievement, another important 3 points, after a scintillating first-half performance.

There is also a preview of next weekend’s FA Cup tie against Watford, with Mike from ‘From the Rookery End’ podcast providing the latest insight on the Hornets.

> You can listen to the audio version: here

> Or watch the YouTube replay: here

[TotalSaintsPod]

It was the return of the late late show, as Saints secured a last-gasp draw – and replay – versus Watford.

TSP261 sees the panel reflect on that FA Cup tie at Vicarage Road, preview a tricky looking away fixture against Rotherham next weekend, discuss Mel Blyth and look ahead to the imminent arrival of Deadline Day!

If you’d like to catch up with the pod you can either:

LISTEN to the audio version: HERE

or WATCH a replay via our YouTube channel: HERE

Edited 29 January, 2024 by TotalSaintsPod

[TotalSaintsPod]

Another weekend, another Saints win! It’s all becoming rather fun, eh….

TSP262 covers our thoughts on the 2-0 victory over Rotherham – including a 200th appearance (and goal!) for Jan Bednarek – and previews the upcoming games against Watford (FA Cup) and Huddersfield Town (Championship), before wrapping up all the final goings-on from the January transfer window.

If you’d like to listen to the audio version of the episode, please follow this link: HERE

Or, if you prefer watching a replay, check it out via our YouTube channel: HERE

Edited 5 February, 2024 by TotalSaintsPod

[TotalSaintsPod]

Saints made it 25 games unbeaten, after an eight-goal thriller against Huddersfield Town!

TSP263 reflects on that memorable second-half come back, as well as the mid-week FA Cup win over Watford. There’s also a preview of the next Championship fixture for Russell Martin’s team – away to Bristol City.

> To listen to the audio version, follow this link: AUDIO

> To watch a replay of the video version, follow this link: VIDEO

New TSP Online Store

We're also excited to announce the launch of our new TSP Online Shop, featuring a range of original designs and podcast merchandise (with more to come)! And we ship internationally.

> If you would like to check it out, please click here: TSP SHOP

[TotalSaintsPod]

All good things come to an end and, sadly, after an incredible 25 matches, that was the case for Saints unbeaten run..

A bonus midweek TSP264 sees Martin, Steve and Glen reflect on the 3-1 loss at Ashton Gate, preview tonight’s tough-looking match against West Bromwich Albion (with the help of Chris from Albion Analysis) and also react to rumours of Manchester United’s keenness to hire Jason Wilcox.

If you’d like to listen to the audio version, please click: HERE

Or, if you prefer watching a replay from our YouTube channel, please click: HERE

[TotalSaintsPod]

Saints got back to winning ways, with an impressive 2-0 victory at West Brom on Friday evening.

TSP265 reflects on that 3 points versus the Baggies and previews tomorrow night’s fixture against Playoff-chasing Hull City (with Ant from ‘To Hull and Back’ providing some local insight on the Tigers).

If you’d like to listen to the podcast episode, please click: HERE

If you’d like to watch a YouTube replay, please click: HERE

Edited 19 February, 2024 by TotalSaintsPod

[TotalSaintsPod]

Another Tuesday in February…..and another Championship defeat for Saints!

TSP266 looks back on the disappointing 2-1 loss to playoff-chasing Hull City, discusses whether Saints lacked the courage Russell Martin spoke about post-game and previews the upcoming fixture against Millwall – with a new manager, Neil Harris, back in their dugout!

If you’d like to listen to the audio podcast, please click: HERE

If you’d like to watch a YouTube replay, please click: HERE

[Dusic]

Any chance of getting Dave Earnsburger on the pod before the end of the season?

Feel like his name is etched in my memory so may as well hear from the lad. Maybe a joint app with Colt Baker?

[TotalSaintsPod]

On 24/02/2024 at 09:46, Dusic said:

Any chance of getting Dave Earnsburger on the pod before the end of the season?

Feel like his name is etched in my memory so may as well hear from the lad. Maybe a joint app with Colt Baker?

Dave and Colt have both been incredibly loyal patrons to TSP. Very grateful to have them supporting our efforts.

Who knows, maybe we can get them both involved in the inevitable 'Promotion Party' episode.... 😉

[TotalSaintsPod]

If Saints current form was a weekend dessert…..it would probably be crumble (without any of the nice stuff, like custard!).

TSP267 reflects on a third defeat in four league games, after a forgettable 2-1 home defeat to Millwall. What went wrong? Is the season falling apart when it matters most? Does the ‘team need Jack in it’? As always, there’s lots to talk about!

We also pay tribute to Chris Nicholl, after the very sad news of his passing, alongside previewing the FA Cup visit to Liverpool and next Saturday’s trip to Birmingham City.

If you’d like to listen to the audio episode, please click: here

If you’d prefer to watch a replay then please click: here

[TotalSaintsPod]

There isn’t much that beats the feeling of an injury-time winner…

 

Yes, TSP268 tries to make sense of another topsy-turvy afternoon for Saints, after Joe Aribo’s 96^th minute goal secured an important 4-3 victory over Birmingham.

 

There is also a preview of Wednesday night’s Preston North End game – with Oli from ‘The Butter Pie Podcast’ providing local insight on The Lilywhites – and we reflect on a chance missed versus Liverpool in the FA Cup.

 

If you’d like to listen to the audio episode of the podcast, please click: here

 

Alternatively, you can watch a replay of the YouTube version by clicking: here