The Tilehurst End - A Reading FC Podcast

Reading fluff their lines in their playoff clash with Stockport, leaving Ben and Ross to do everything they can to avoid discussing the game. 

The issues with Set Play defence, ball progression against front 2s, and Reading’s poor record when playing from behind are all up for discussion.

Plus, lots of chat about full backs in the mailbag and a preview of the upcoming clash with form team Leyton Orient. 

Thanks as always to our friends at ZCZ Films for sponsoring the pod!

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The boys are back together for the first time in 2025, and with a winter chill hitting the Stade de SCL, Ben’s got hot drinks on the mind. 

Wareham, Abrefa, and Rushesha are the players up for discussion in the Recap, with Reading taking Championship Burnley to Extra Time.

And is Reading’s injury luck turning? The boys discuss how it might affect the second half of the season.   

Thanks as always to our friends at ZCZ Films for sponsoring the pod. 

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With Ben as stricken as our beloved club, Ross helms a pod with guests from Sell Before We Dai (SBWD) and the Supporter’s Trust (STAR) to discuss off-field matters at Reading Football Club. 

Founding members of SBWD Greg Double and Adam Jones give their perspective on how 2024 progressed off the pitch for Reading, what SBWD are working on moving forward, and reasons to be optimistic.

Thanks as always to our friends at ZCZ Films for sponsoring the pod. 

 

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Ryan joins the boys to review Reading’s win over Mansfield before diving into a 2024 review including the TTE awards and more!

Plus, with it being the 400th(ish) episode of TTE podcast, Ross decides to quiz Ben and Ryan  on the 11.5 years of Reading FC that have coincided with the pod. 

Thanks as always to our friends at ZCZ Films for sponsoring the pod. 

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Just in time for Christmas, new Reading FC manager, Noel Hunt pops by for a chat with the boys! Noel takes us through a wild December in the Hunt household and the process of getting the job. 

There’s also time for discussion of how the coaching staff was completed, which coaches Noel learned the most from, and what he’s looking to get out of his team over the festive period. And don't worry, we hear what Stephen had to say about his brother taking the reins as well!

Thanks as always to our friends at ZCZ Films for sponsoring the pod. 

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Wimb is joined by James Earnshaw from the Reading Chronicle to bring us right up to date with the latest off field shenanigans at Reading Football Club.

James runs us through where the various bidders stand with their interest in the club, plus the current financial state of the football club as we head towards the January transfer window. 

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With the 400th episode right around the corner and Reading in the playoff spots, the boys invite Tilehurst End royalty and pod extra host Dan Wimbush on to celebrate both the Royals and TTE in good measure. 

The party is rather spoiled by the departure of Selles, but there’s optimism for the future, with Noel Hunt’s chances estimated after a good point on the road against Wycombe. 

Thanks as always to our friends at ZCZ Films for sponsoring the pod.

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Matt Thomson of Reading based band The Amazons joins the pod to discuss the (eventual) FA Cup win over part-timers Harborough Town. 

Matt answers listener's questions about his Reading fandom, and explains why he appreciates every match at the SCL now more than ever. 

The Amazons are on tour in December 2024! Check for tickets near you:
https://www.theamazons.co.uk/#tour 

Thanks as always to our friends at ZCZ Films for sponsoring the pod.

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Reading win a second away game of the season, but Ross can’t stop looking at the advertising hoardings and Ben’s got his nose stuck in a newspaper. 

Has the tide finally turned on the away form? A win during the midweek trip to Barnsley would certainly be a good omen...

Plus analysis of the impact of the Reading spine, the small margins that lead to goals against Peterboro, and whether playoffs are a realistic hope.

Thanks as always to our friends at ZCZ Films for sponsoring the pod.

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Ben, Ross, and a secret third member of the pod are back to discuss an away draw vs Stevenage and progress in the EFL Trophy with a win over Newport.

Chem Campbell impresses Reading fans with an assist in a good performance vs Stevenage. Has he turned a corner from his early performances, or has he been in form all along?

Plus, a great email helping a loyal Royal with their travel plans as well as debate over the best backup option for Sam Smith in the mailbag.

Thanks as always to our friends at ZCZ Films for sponsoring the pod.

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