Episodes
Here we are then. One final pre-match press conference of the season done and dusted, 50 or so games later and Leeds are in the play-off final. On the cusp of glory or despair. Will Wembley Stadium have sufficient dairy-free options for Graham? Has he submitted his EFL accreditation properly? Answers in this week's podcast, which as you might've guessed, is building up to the Championship's showpiece finale and richest game in football. Listen, share and subscribe now - if your nerves can...
Published 05/24/24
Four goals, a testimonial finish, hearts in mouths, teenage excellence, Game of Thrones backroom staff, one of the loudest stadiums known to man - Leeds United, in all forms, played its part on Thursday night as the Whites booked their place at Wembley in the play-off final. Listen to Graham and Joe's morning-after-the-night-before appraisal. Share and subscribe now.
Published 05/17/24
It's the play-offs. And Leeds will be without Patrick Bamford for the semis, at least. Fear not, Graham has posted a new personal best 5k time and is available on a short-term contract. This week on the Inside Elland Road pod: a golden bullet, hiding in the music department, popping hernias, a trenchcoat on the right wing and plenty more to distract ourselves from the possible impending doom of play-off football.
Published 05/10/24
Automatics are gone, but not quite. It's the play-offs, but not yet. Leeds' capitulation at QPR was disappointing and frustrating, Patrick Bamford was conspicuous by his absence and may not be fit for this weekend in the regular season finale against Southampton. Joe and Graham discuss last Friday night, bruises, band wars, final day chaos and more.
Published 05/02/24
We've just about calmed down from Monday night at the Riverside in what was an enthralling, nerve-jangling watch as Leeds won 4-3 against Middlesbrough. Graham and Joe discuss the game, getting back to winning ways, Crysencio Summerville's main character energy, the Georginio debate and Willy Gnonto's potty mouth whilst looking ahead to Friday at QPR.
Published 04/24/24
Leeds are wobbling as we enter the crunch period of the season. Play-offs are a realistic possibility, much to the dismay of journalists who had prematurely planned to spend the month of May luxuriating. This week on the Inside Elland Road pod: Stuart Dallas' farewell but not goodbye, the promotion picture, Boro next, EFL Awards night and plenty more. Listen, share and subscribe now.
Published 04/18/24
Joe and Graham return after a brief hiatus to dissect and digest Leeds' recent blip against Coventry and Sunderland. On the agenda this week: to Bamford or not to Bamford, the officials, down with the sickness and why those bloody journalists won't ask the right questions. Listen, share and subscribe now. Disclaimer: this week's episode was recorded before news of Stuart Dallas' retirement was announced.
Published 04/10/24
It's the international break on the Inside Elland Road podcast but that doesn't mean Graham and Joe have the week off. Millwall debrief, going top, Leicester City or whatever, press food league table, moustaches in or out and plenty more. Listen, share and subscribe now.
Published 03/21/24
Join Joe and Graham this week as Leeds United's confectionary mystery is solved, Archie Gray turns 18, Thorp Arch becomes a crêche, Pascal Struijk goes under the knife (possibly) and Ilia Gruev keeps his cool off the pitch. Listen, share and subscribe now.
Published 03/15/24
One draw and one win since the last recording, Graham and Joe dig into the themes of last weekend's 1-1 slug-fest with Huddersfield Town and Tuesday night's gruelling, gladiatorial victory against Stoke City. This week includes: death, taxes and late Ipswich goals, peer pressure, back tattoos, dumb decisions and getting to the root of Ben Pearson's anger. Listen, share and subscribe now.
Published 03/07/24
"It feels like a win" said a former Leeds United head coach after defeat by one of English football's big boys - except this time, it actually did feel that way. Leeds' cup odyssey came to an end at Stamford Bridge, but are they too disappointed? Not really. Graham and Joe discuss the midweek press food, Archie Gray's performance, Mateo Joseph's double, chatting with Georginio, fire alarms, bacon sandwiches and Huddersfield this weekend. Listen, share and subscribe now.
Published 03/01/24
The second of two episodes this week, previewing Leicester City's visit to Elland Road on Friday night. Joe and Graham explain why eyes will be on Junior Firpo, whilst discussing Southampton and Ipswich's leaky defences, the press box jinx, newspaper wars and a former Leeds United head coach's media blitz. Listen, share and subscribe now.
Published 02/22/24
Leeds United's South West England Odyssey has come to an end with the team still unbeaten in 2024 and taking maximum points from eight consecutive league fixtures. Graham and Joe - and thousands of supporters - have been there and back over the past couple of weeks. Now, a time for reflection on what has been an overwhelmingly successful period for the Whites. Listen, share and subscribe now.
Published 02/19/24
Leeds are up to second after their seventh straight league win. Their latest, a 4-0 hammering of Swansea City in South Wales. This week, Graham and Joe discuss: DJ Georgi, Cyril the Swan, Patrick Bamford's ligaments, an enthusiastic taxi driver, Willy Gnonto's double, re-writing the song-book and a personal favourite 'Tweet of the Week'. Listen, share and subscribe now.
Published 02/14/24
This week on the Inside Elland Road podcast, Graham and Joe reveal just what the Leeds physiotherapists are up to their elbows in this season, the Home Park hex, fans' plight, carbon emissions, Pop Culture Farke, Ilia Gruijff, Connor Roberts' remark whilst pondering where on earth the manager's 'kill a cow' comment came from. Listen, share and subscribe now.
Published 02/09/24
It's Deadline Day. Leeds United have been on the phones, doing the deals and are expected to announce Connor Roberts from Burnley imminently. Graham and Joe discuss and dissect the late business Leeds have conducted and expect to complete before - and after - the deadline. Listen now.
Published 02/01/24
Leeds are on a roll, meanwhile Graham even managed to make it through this week's episode without a single yawn - more on that later - things are looking up in 2024. This week, the YEP's chief football writer and Leeds United reporter Joe Donnohue discuss Preston, spiking the blood pressure, Rodon's commitment, going inside tactical mind palaces, preparing for the end of the world and the small matter of potentially climbing to second in the table by next Friday. It's all here, packed into an...
Published 01/23/24
Three three-nil victories to start 2024 - Leeds are back in form, while Graham and Joe are back in the recording booth. This week: Archie Gray's new contract, transfers latest, 'tragic' Cardiff, 55 different ways to be told you're rubbish at your job and Graham's Martin Lewis moment on the Inside Elland Road agenda. Listen, share and subscribe now.
Published 01/17/24
Third Round, two right-backs and one wonder-strike - that's the story of the week in Leeds United. Graham and Joe discuss Djed Spence's premature exit, Luke Ayling's farewell, Patrick Bamford's Puskás Award contender and plenty of transfers chat on the latest episode of the Inside Elland Road pod, as well as a return for Tweet of the Week, while one player is termed an 'affectionate octopus'. Listen, share and subscribe now.
Published 01/10/24
Happy New Year, Leeds fans! The first episode of 2024 gets underway with transfer talk, Firpo chants, tactical tweaks and Karl Darlow's 4D chess. Listen, share and subscribe now.
Published 01/04/24
A busy festive period of press conferences, games, holidays and second helpings of Christmas dinner have been punctuated by wins, losses and one forgettable draw. Graham and Joe reflect on December's key talking points, the Boxing Day defeat at Preston, victory over Ipswich and look ahead to visiting the Baggies. This week's episode also includes: Farke beers, Leeds United Christmas XI, testosterone theories, gifts for United players and what on earth is eating Patrick Grape?
Published 12/28/23
Graham and Joe are back to defend their title-winning podcast with a spring in their step and a distinct Christmas theme to their usual whimsy. Leeds, meanwhile, are on a roll with five wins out of the last six and are gearing up for a hectic festive schedule. This week, the lads discuss the win over Boro, Yorkshire puddings on Christmas Dinner, Klepto Eddie Gray, Bamford's barnet, at home with the Bellinghams and much, much more. Listen, share and subscribe now. Don't miss it.
Published 12/06/23
This week's podcast was a little different, in that Graham and Joe were recording just down the hall from each other. There's a good reason for that, honestly. Topics of discussion: Swansea win, old guard, Elland Road expectation, potential loans, Football Manager and the small matter of some annual awards. Listen, share and subscribe now.
Published 12/01/23
The international break is done and dusted, which means Graham and Joe are - genuinely - looking forward to Rotherham on Friday night. No, really. On this week's episode: recapping winners and losers from the break, Georginio's abs, a Fiat Punto, Denmark on the lash, breaking and entering, Bilbo Baggins, favourite Farke-isms, Weston McKennie and more. Listen, share and subscribe now.
Published 11/23/23
Leeds kept up their winning ways at the weekend which means Graham and Joe head into the international break in a chipper mood yet again. During this week's episode, they discuss the 2-1 win versus Plymouth, pressing jargon, Graham's games, 'peak Donnohue', Michael Skubala's new challenge and an unflattering nickname. Listen, share and subscribe now. Also available to watch on demand on ShotsTV! and Freeview channel 276.
Published 11/14/23