We Are Birmingham Podcast

The lads are back to discuss Birmingham City’s draw with Huddersfield as well as fans reacting to players reacting to fans reacting to players! They hear from Norwich fan Jon Dunham ahead of this weekend's game and finally, to celebrate the 100th episode, there’s a compilation of predictions from guests looking ahead to the weekend.

The lads are back to go through a super eventful week with the Birmingham City games against Cardiff and Coventry along with some 15 Second Opinions. They then discuss the Open House at St Andrew's, before looking ahead to the Rotherham game on Saturday.

The podcast is back to discuss bank holiday games against QPR and Preston. They touch on the UB40 gig and look ahead to the Leicester game.

Advanced apologies about the audio issues, we encountered some technical problems during this episode.

As we head into the international break, we're back with a slightly shorter one this week to discuss the return of Gary Rowett as interim Birmingham City manager and reflect on Saturday's defeat to Watford. Chris also gives an update on week two of training towards the Birmingham Great Run.

We're back to discuss a disappointing two games while trying to find hope in the remaining nine that remain. Chris reveals his 10k training routine and the guys look ahead to Watford at the weekend with a guest from the Voices Of The Vic podcast. A usual suspect is also packing his bags back to Cornella.

Chris and Matthew are back as they look back at the last few games against Ipswich, Southampton and Hull. There is plenty for them to discuss, from player performances, standout moments, and contentious refereeing decisions.

Finally, there's a guest spot containing a few thoughts from Joe of the That Millwall Podcast, before the lads give their own predictions for this Saturday's game.

The trio return to touch on the concerning news about Tony Mowbray. They pay tribute to him along with some listeners who have sent messages in and Cornella has a familiar visitor. They still discuss the Sunderland game and also look forward to Ipswich this upcoming weekend.

The boys return to look back at the Sheffield Wednesday and Blackburn games and to discuss the notable signs of development emerging in the style of play. A handful of other topics are discussed before they look forward to this weekend's sellout against Sunderland.

The lads are back this week to talk about the game against the Baggies, a quiet deadline day and the latest transfer rumour surrounding Bacuna. Finally, they look forward to the games against Sheffield Wednesday and Blackburn.

It's just Chris and Matthew returning for this week on the eve of the transfer window closing as the Vegan is loaned out. Positivity is flowing after the Leicester game, despite the 3-0 loss.

There's plenty more to talk about too, as the lads are joined by Daniel Ivery to discuss the stadium naming rights deal and the latest ticket incentive.

There's also input on new signing Paik Seung Ho and anticipated new signing Alex Pritchard from from K League analyst Ross Davis and Philip West of the Roker Report.

With the transfer window due to close they touch on the latest rumours and make their predictions before looking forward to the derby at West Brom on Saturday.

It's a bumper edition this week as the lads chat about the Stoke game and Mowbray's post-match interview. They also discuss new signing Andre Dozzell and get the thoughts and feelings of Ipswich and QPR (@loftforwords) fans on the new man. Ben from Blues Breakdown also joins the podcast for a chat about what the future holds with Mowbray and sticks around for the latest transfer rumours.

The lads return this week to talk over the impression Tony Mowbray has made during his first week or so at the club.

There's plenty to discuss as they get into the first two games under the new man's stewardship, as well as the club's partnership with Oak View Group, potential transfers the away game at Stoke this weekend.

After the official news of Tony Mowbray being announced as First Team Manager, the lads are back, energised and enthusiastic. From the interview process to Tony's love of chocolate, there's a lot to discuss, including why they believe he is the man for the job. After a big chat about the new manager, Cornella prepares itself for an influx of visitors before the lads look ahead to Swansea and the replay against Hull.

Following the breaking news of Wayne Rooney's departure as Blues boss, the WAB podcast returns to discuss where it all went wrong and who might be on the shortlist to replace the former England star. Despite a lengthy chat about the managerial situation, there's still time to send someone to Cornella and to touch on Jordan James potential move to Atalanta.

The lads are back with their moods lifted from the last two performances. There's plenty to get into as they touch on the main talking points and how things have developed on the pitch. Matthew's pets try to stage a small intervention before the lads look forward to the games over the festive period.

It's a quick turnaround this week as Chris and Matthew return for this weeks episode with Dave otherwise engaged.

Disappointment and frustration are in the air as Wayne Rooney's awful run continues following the poor performance and away defeat to Coventry. Lack of progress, player performance and fan reaction, amongst other things, are touched on as they discuss the fallout from the game.

The lads also spend some time talking about Garry Cook's comments on the January transfer window and handful of transfer rumours. There's still time for Cornella and Wagner of the week before they look forward with uncontrollable excitement to the game against Cardiff City.

In a bonus episode this week, the We Are Birmingham boys talk about the recent Open House event hosted by the club at St Andrews, discussing the different break-out sessions which took place and what they thought of the night.

The boys return after a short break to discuss the highs (sort of) and lows of the last few games and voice their thoughts and feelings on how things are progressing under Wayne Rooney. There's also time for personal injury and celebration chat, before they look ahead to the game against Coventry on Friday.

It's a slightly unorthodox episode this week as Chris is sitting in a Turkish hotel lobby, five passionfruit daiquiris deep. Sunderland, mystery farts, Blues open house and more are all on the agenda as we head into international week.

The lads are in positive spirits after a much improved performance against Ipswich and there's plenty for them to unpack as they discuss the game. The latest academy news is also on the agenda, as well as a few other topics and some of the usual favourites, before they look forward to the Sunderland game.

Another sobering result sets the table for this week’s podcast, with the lads putting across their thoughts and feelings on the performance. They also discuss the latest fan initiatives and experience a minor interruption from a furry friend. Finally, they look forward to this weekend’s game against Ipswich.

The lads are back to discuss Rooney's first two games as Blues manager against Middlesbrough and Hull as well as the backlash that followed them along with some hefty 15 Second(!!) Opinions.

They also discuss some negative comments in the media and look ahead to the Southampton game.

The boys are back and are now ready to look forward to the new era under Wayne Rooney.

Comments from the press conference are first on the agenda, before the lads get into other news from the week and look forward to Rooney's first two games as Blues boss.

With this weeks huge breaking news making waves in the football world, the lads return from their unscheduled extended break. They give their honest thoughts and feelings on the managerial change and on those involved.

Ben from Blues Breakdown also joins to give us an idea of what to expect from Wayne Rooney side.

The lads are back, and in a hurry! They discuss Birmingham City's games against Watford and Preston and talk about Tom Wagner's visit to Deepdale before looking forward to the QPR game.

They also announce the winner of the WAB x Garrison Coffee Giveaway, too!

The lads are back after a short break to recap the Millwall game and the transfer window. They also address the latest managerial rumours, before looking forward to Watford and Preston.

Make sure you listen out carefully for the final part of the big WAB Giveaway, too!

It's a jam-packed podcast this week as the lads discuss the games against Plymouth and Cardiff. They also touch on the latest kit issues, before getting stuck into the latest transfer rumours.

All the usual favourites are back, as well as part two of the WAB competition.

Finally, they look forward to Millwall and make their predictions not only for the game, but for the final days of the transfer window too!

The lads are back to talk about their eventful away trip to Bristol City. Matthew feels attacked during a regular segment and they look forward to the games against Plymouth and Cardiff.

Make sure to listen carefully, as the boys also get the ball rolling on an exciting competition!

Despite some illness in the camp, the boys return absolutely buzzing after the first home game of the season against Leeds. They dig into the game, discuss player performances and talk about the whole matchday experience.

They also touch on the latest transfer rumours and have all the usual favourites before looking forward to the away game at Bristol City.

The boys return to look back at the Swansea and Cheltenham games. They also touch on the clubs new recruitment tool, transfer rumours and stadium updates.

Of course, they also speak about Tom Brady, who gets a much longer mention this week! Finally, they look forward to Leeds and the first game of the season at St Andrews.

This week, the lads asked how important the Birmingham City v Peterborough friendly really was. They also discussed the kit release, ticket prices and look forward to the games against Swansea and Cheltenham.

After two years the WAB podcast is back, revitalised and ready to discuss the exciting new era at Blues. The lads discuss a wide range of topics and bring back some old favourites as they shake off the rustiness in their podcast return.

Chris and Matthew battle through some technical issues returning after an extended break to answer listener questions and touch on all the latest news from the club; including the internal restructure, transfer budgets, rumours, new signings and Lee Bowyer's latest additions to the coaching staff.

Chris and Matthew return with their reactions to the news of Dong's resignation and discuss some of the key moments during his tenure. They look at the list of tasks any potential replacement would have to deal with and give their thoughts on the what a new structure could or should look like.

They also spend some time chatting about the conclusion of the men's, women's and u23's seasons before finishing off with new feature Blues Bumble.

Music: Rookie

Staying Up and Staying Up are back to talk about the highlights and heroes from the last two games. The main focus is on the in game changes made by Bowyer against Derby which maintained the clubs Championship status.

With safety now secured they discuss the other squad options that the boss might utilise for the final two games of the season, before making their predictions for the Cardiff game.

This week Chris and Matthew look back at the huge hard fought win against Rotherham.

They are then joined by Ben from Blues Breakdown, to talk about the statistical differences between Bowyer's first 6 games and the previous regime, before discussing what the future might hold for Bowyer's Blues.

Finally they all look forward to the midweek home game against Nottingham Forest.

Chris and Matthew are back to chat about the comfortable win over Stoke, touching on key moments and the impact of some of the players.

They also take some time to discuss the Jonathan Leko situation, as well as the belated Jutkiewicz contract news then finish up by looking forward to the Rotherham game and make some positive predictions for the run in.

The lads are back in a buoyant mood as they look back and discuss the games over the Easter period. There's also plenty of time to talk about the latest off field news including the stadium, the transfer embargo and the current issues surrounding the women's team. Finally they look forward to this weekends game against Stoke.

Music: The Clause

This week Chris and Matthew look back at Lee Bowyer's first two games in charge to discuss the positives and differences in approach from the previous regime. The latest protest from Blues fans also gets a mention as they talk about the CEO's position. The lads also briefly cover the u23s game, before touching on the recent passing of Frank Worthington.

After the official confirmation from the club, the lads jump on to record their reaction to the Lee Bowyer appointment. WARNING CONTAINS POSITIVITY!

Chris and Matthew sit down to react to the big news that Aitor Karanka has finally been relieved of his duties at the club.

They look at where it all went wrong for the Spaniard and discuss the latest names in the frame, before finishing things off by looking forward to the Reading game midweek.

Chris and Matthew jump straight on to the podcast on Tuesday evening to look back at all the talking points of the Huddersfield and QPR matches.

There's even some time for some discussion about Craig Gardner's earpiece, before they round things up by looking forward to Blues away trip to Barnsley this weekend.

The lads return with plenty to talk about as they discuss the performances, formation, personnel and substitutions from the previous two fixtures. There's also time for them to give their thoughts on the 10 year anniversary of the cup win before they look forward to the next game against QPR.

Music: Judah Ball

The guys jump into recording a podcast straight after the defeat to Millwall to discuss the game and look back at the dire performance against Luton. They also spend time dissecting a number of Dong's comments from his BBC WM interview with Richard Wilford.

With Karanka's position surely becoming untenable they put forward a handful of names of potential new managers before touching on the next two games facing Blues.

This week Chris and Matthew return to look back on the performance against Bournemouth and discuss the individual errors that cost Blues the game.

They also chat about the new strategic committee the club and touch on the latest the rumours about Karanka's future. Finally, they look forward to the game against Luton this Saturday.

Music: Joe Wright

Chris and Matthew are back for a frustrated, disappointed, passionate and sweary podcast reacting to the Coventry and Wycombe games. They have a moan about the lack of substitutions as well as discussing the arrivals of Sam Cosgrove, Rekeem Harper and Keyendrah Simmonds, moan about the lack of substitutions, as well as discussing the failed attempt to sign Kevin Nisbet.

They also take a quick look ahead to the Bournemouth game and moan about the lack of substitutions.

Music: Citylightz

Chris and Matthew are back for the 50th episode of the We Are Birmingham podcast. They look back at the Middlesbrough and Preston games, before discussing recent transfer moves and the latest transfer rumours. The lads round up the show by looking forward to the Coventry game this coming Saturday.

This week Chris and Matthew are joined by Daniel Ivery who talks about and answers questions on the BCFC ownership situation.

The lads also discuss the games over the festive period, the return of Craig Gardner and look forward to this weekends game against Middlesbrough.

This week Chris and Matthew look back at the Cardiff and Watford performances, with the usual suspects heading to Cornella. They also discuss the current issues with the stadium and look ahead to the visit of Neil Warnock and Middlesborough.

Chris and Matthew return after a prolonged break to talk all things Blues. They're joined on the podcast by Ben from Blues Breakdown and together they cover a number of topics including; the recent good form, multiple formations, signings and the latest updates on the academy. Lastly, they look forward to Saturday's game at home to Watford.

Music: The Nu

The lads return to look back on the win against Brentford and delve into the newest additions and a new potential incoming. Dong's latest Twitter activity also gets a mention before the lads look forward to the away game at Swansea.

Chris and Matthew return to look back on the Cambridge game and discuss the social media reaction to comments on Blues by another podcast and journalist Alan Nixon.

They also discuss the transfer budget and the lack of spending so far.  The club inform us where  Guzman is and finally the lads look forward to the first league game of the season.

Music: Rubio

The lads return with a nice agenda of signings, transfer rumours, friendlies, Ivan Guzman, club communication and the academy's application for EPPP Category 1.

Finally, they finish up the show with a tentative look towards Saturday's cup game against Cambridge United.

Music: The Vonics

Chris and Matthew return after a short break to discuss the last few weeks at Blues. They look back on the Aitor Karanka press conference and discuss the latest transfer comings and goings, including the most recent players linked to the club.

Finally, they bid farewell to Paul Robinson, who has left the club after 8 years.

Music: The Silver Lines

The lads are back to discuss the announcement of new Head Coach Aitor Karanka and everything surrounding it, including the seeming WAB faux pas. They also talk about recent departures, goalkeepers and the latest players linked to the club.

Music: Crymson

With Blues staying up by the skin of the teeth, the guys touch on performances since the restart and saying goodbye to Jude Bellingham. They also discuss the club's PR around Jude's exit and reflect on Wednesday's protests.

Finally, they talk about the possibility of Aitor Karanka taking over at Blues and what needs to be put in place for that to happen.

Music: Crymson

The lads are back and  relieved to be almost over the line. They discuss last two games and talk about a new managerial candidate.

They also cover the latest Jude news before  a game of Bottom Trumps and a chat about the final two games of the season.

Music: Martha's Needle

This week Chris and Matthew are joined by Chief Sports Writer of the Sunday People and Blues fan, Neil Moxley. Neil talks about some of his past experiences in the media, but top of the agenda is the latest predicament the club finds itself in. The club hierarchy, the manager hunt, Lee Carsley and the latest caretaker team are all covered in a lengthy chat between the guys as they try to look forward to the game against Stoke on Sunday.

Music: Polybius & Rookie

Chris and Matthew are back to have a whine and a moan about Pep Clotet and discuss potential caretaker candidates to see out the season. They also talk about Moha Ramos returning to Real Madrid and the latest youngsters to commit themselves to the club. The lads then face off against each other in Bottom Trumps with two terrible striker signings and of course they look forward to the games and against Fulham and Swansea.

Music: The Nu & The Novus

Once again Chris and Matt are back to chat all things Blues. This week they're joined by Dutch football expert James Rowe, who offers his insight into one of the latest names linked to managerial post.

They look back on the draw away at West Brom, talk transfer rumours and new kits and chat about the latest squad updates. Last weeks game of Bottom Trumps returns for it's second appearance and they also look forward to the upcoming home game against Hull.

Music: Hot Little Hands & By Devices

The next managerial appointment is on the agenda again for Chris and Matthew as they return for another episode. They are also joined by Ben from Breakdown who discussed stats around the latest goalkeeping target and looked at squad needs for 20/21 season.

The boys also introduce a (sketchy) new segment on some of the most disappointing Blues signings in the last 30 years and of course they look forward to the restart against the Baggies this weekend.

The lads return to talk about Pep's decision to step down and discuss the potential candidates to replace him. They also chat about the latest players to be released from the club including the news that Kerim Mrabti is likely to leave at the end of the season.

Music: Future Fires & The Jack Fletcher Band

The lads are back with a live edition of the WAB Podcast discussing the scrapping of the Spanish experiment, the Jude Bellingham transfer situation and they talk to Mark Watson from the Fat Lads Go In Goal podcast about what to do with football during the Covid 19 situation. Apologies for the technical issues.

Music: Citylightz & Kioko

The guys are back after the international break to talk Fulham, 'keepers, the fans forum and the recent good form of the u23s. They also look forward to the next two games against Huddersfield and Sheffield Wednesday. Can you guess who they send to Cornella...?

The guys return with this weeks podcast to talk about the arrival of new signing Jeremie Bela. They also discuss the referee and the loss at Cardiff and preview the upcoming home game against Fulham.

This week the guys look back on the home win against Luton. They also discuss Sheffield bound staff, potential winter transfers and preview the upcoming Cardiff game.

After a prolonged break the guys are back to chat about the last few weeks at Blues. With plenty to discuss they cover a host of subjects, including, directors offering out fans, signs of progress on the pitch, personnel, formations and Pep's new found confidence. To round it off, they also look forward to and make their predictions for the upcoming game against Luton.

Still annoyed at the Preston performance, the guys talk formations and what Blues can do to improve. Chris sends Steve Martin (not that one) to Cornella and they also discuss kickstarting Derby's season on Saturday.

This week the guys talk the win at Charlton and all the fallout, including Bellingham, Pep, Bowyer and ball-gate. They also look forward to Preston game and give listeners the chance to win two tickets to watch the game in a box, courtesy of BoyleSports.

The guys return after a short break to talk Stoke, transfers and trialists. They also answer listener questions and look forward to the game against Charlton this weekend.

This week Chris and Matthew have a whinge about the Swansea game, chat about the current youngsters out on loan and the ones locked in the basement. They also talk Clotet and Calm and look forward to the Stoke game.

As well as discussing the highs and lows of the previous two games, the guys chat about memorable cameo debuts and look forward to Sunday's game at Swansea.

This week Chris and an ill Matthew talk about the Bristol City game, Kerim Mrabti and also look forward to the double header against Nottingham Forest and Barnsley.

As the first home game of the season approaches, the lads discuss the last transfer moves before the window closes. They also review last weeks games against Brentford and Portsmouth, introduce a new feature and look forward to the game against Bristol City.

Chris and Matthew kick off the 2019/20 season with a chat about new contracts, recent moves in and out of the club and the latest transfer rumours. The first game of the season is also on the agenda as they predict the starting line up and the score.

After a three week break the guys are back to talk about Blues latest moves in transfer market. They also discuss other transfer speculation and give a recap of the pre-season friendlies.

Music: The Jack Fletcher Band

The guys return to talk about Che Adams departure and all the recent transfer speculation surrounding Blues. They also discuss the recent influx of Spanish coaching contingent joining the club and review the squad for the training camp in Portugal.

Music: The Clause - In My Element

After a short break, the guys return to discuss the Garry Monk sacking, the fallout, those tweets and the players returning for pre-season testing.

Chris and Matthew return for a quick summary on the goings-on at St Andrew's this week including the Gary Gardner and Jota transfers, Michael Morrison's will he/won't he, Coventry coming to St Andrew's and the new home kit.

In a bumper transfer podcast Chris and Matthew are joined by Birmingham Mail/Live Blues correspondent Brian Dick to discuss possible summer incomings and outgoings at St Andrew's.

Poem: Karl Hooper

Music: Hunger Moon

This week the guys talk about the awards night, and scoot over the final game of the season. They also discuss the u23 play off final against Leeds and have an alternative review of the season.

Music: Glenn Smyth - Be Under No Illusion

The lads do their best to forget about the Wigan game, give their views on those Monk rumours, discuss the latest u23s victory and try to be bothered about the final game of the season against Reading.

Music: Free Galaxy & The White Noise

When Chris finishes fanboying over Avengers: Endgame, Chris and Matthew discuss a positive, yet confusing Easter weekend for Blues and answer questions on transfers, formations and the u23s.

The guys also look forward to the last home game of the season against Wigan.

Music: Spilt Milk Society & CityLightz

Chris and Matthew give their thoughts on last weekend's draw at Ipswich and talk more in depth about the Coventry ground share situation.

They also chat about Garry Monk's recent interview on moving forward and look ahead to the games over the Easter period.

Music: Hey Jester

This week the guys review the games against Leeds and Sheffield United.

In light of the latest Blues related ‘profit and sustainability’ update, they chat about how that could impact the potential summer transfer policy and also look forward to the away game at Ipswich.

Music: Future Fires & The Pagans S.O.H

This week the guys look back on last week's game against West Brom and discuss the refereeing "vendetta".

They also discuss the situations at Derby and Bolton, as well as looking forward to the games against Leeds and Sheffield United.

Music: Brad Walton & Ivory Wave

This week Chris and Matthew are joined by Daniel Ivery, who answers questions on the fallout from the recent EFL hearing.

The guys also discuss the latest released and retained youngsters, former Blues prospect Reece Brown and preview the upcoming derby against West Brom.

Music: Echo Beach!

Chris and Matthew talk over the disappointing, yet spirited Preston result and Dong supposedly terrorising the ornaments in the boardroom.

They also discuss the first wave of youngsters to earn scholarships and contracts, plus the unfortunate players to be released.

Music: Kioko & Karkosa

This week Statler and Waldorf moan for 35 minutes about the V*lla and Millwall defeats. They're also joined by PC Colin Barlow who discusses policing the derby game.

Music: Jaykae & The Purple Shades

This week as they look forward to the Second City Derby the guys are joined by former Blues player and a goalscorer in the fixture, David Dunn. Dunn talks about his career, time at the club and memories of the games against Villa.

Chris and Matthew also review last weekend's disappointing result against Hull and chat about some of the latest Blues news.

Music: VIOLET - Feel & La Dharma - Perfume

This week Chris and Matthew review the games against Blackburn and Bristol City, discuss the latest EFL statement. The guys also talked about recent developments between Blues and UE Cornella, the latest on the U23s and look forward to the Hull City game. (See if you can spot the "whooosh!" moment!)

Music: CityLightz - Don't Know Me & The Clause - Golden Age

With not much happening this week, Chris and Matthew are asked what their lifetime Blues XI are.

Music: Sugarthief - Good Luck I Hope You Make It & The Novus - Break

This week Chris and Matthew review the games against QPR and Bolton, discuss the atmosphere, or lack of, at St Andrew's and have a quick chat about recent transfer links.

Music: The White Noise – Call Me Back and The Real Cool - Be Quiet

This week Chris and Matthew were joined by Daniel Ivery (almajir.net) to discuss what might happen with the impending EFL hearing.

The guys also chatted about the Nottingham Forest game and preview the visit to QPR and Tuesday's game at home to Bolton.

Music: Ivory Wave - Gold and Kioko - One Kiss