Reading put in an uncharacteristically limp performance at home to lose for the first time in RG2 this season. The boys chat through some of it, including some interesting trends in the goals Reading are scoring. The news (or lack thereof) on the takeover front is never far from top of mind, but Ben’s found some new ways to distract Ross… for content of course. Thanks as always to our friends at ZCZ Films for sponsoring the pod! Follow The Tilehurst End on Twitter @thetilehurstend  Follow Ben...

The boys are obviously caught up in the #barclaysmen trend, but Ross steps aside to chat to Tilehurst End Women's Match Report writer Peter Matthews about everything that's going on with the new Women's season in the 5th tier.  There's also time for discussion of 3 players: Lewis Wing, Sam Smith, and the new Chem Campbell. Thanks as always to our friends at ZCZ Films for sponsoring the pod! Follow The Tilehurst End on Twitter @thetilehurstend  Follow Ben on Twitter @mrblthomas Follow Ross on...

Men’s First Team manager Ruben Selles joins The Tilehurst End podcast to discuss his impact on the team, the town, and the fans during his first year in RG2. Ruben gives the boys the lowdown on new signing Chem Campbell, the best managers he’s worked with, and THAT away win against Wycombe. Thanks as always to our friends at ZCZ Films for sponsoring the pod! Follow The Tilehurst End on Twitter @thetilehurstend  Follow Ben on Twitter @mrblthomas Follow Ross on Twitter @WebberRoss

The boys are excited about the Oasis reunion and markedly less so about the result at the Racecourse over the weekend. There's time for discussion of the departure of Femi Azeez, the legacy of the now retired Liam Moore in RG2, and even time for a kit review! Thanks as always to our friends at ZCZ Films for sponsoring the pod! Follow The Tilehurst End on Twitter @thetilehurstend  Follow Ben on Twitter @mrblthomas Follow Ross on Twitter @WebberRoss

TTE Podcast Extra returns as Wimb is joined by the Reading Chronicle's James Earnshaw & Reading Today's Andy Preston to get the very latest on Reading's ongoing takeover saga.We also discuss the latest transfer gossip, which could well extend past Friday's deadline day. There's also updates on the injury front, plus thoughts on the season so far and what's to come. As always, thanks to our sponsors ZCZ Films and our exclusive Pod Extra Sponsor, FUTCoaching.com If you're interested in...

Ben’s back. So is Ross’ overconfidence. But why not, given new prospective owner Rob Couhig is in attendance as Reading romp their way to their first win of the season.  Several players are singled out for praise, with special mentions for Savage, Kelvin, and Ben Elliott.  Follow The Tilehurst End on Twitter @thetilehurstend  Follow Ben on Twitter @mrblthomas Follow Ross on Twitter @WebberRoss

The 24/25 League One season is underway! Reading go to Birmingham and are unlucky to come away with just a point, giving away a penalty in a slice of instant karma. There’s discussion of Azeez’s sudden absence, Michael Craig’s continuation at Right Back, and which Mbengue hairdo has been best. Ben’s still enjoying the games from a Greek “Taverna”, so Ross is left to helm the show with returning guest Ryan Jefferiss.    Follow The Tilehurst End on Twitter @thetilehurstend  Follow Ryan on...

The 24/25 League One season is just days away and our hosts are here with their things to look out for across the league and in RG2. Outlandish predictions are the theme of the 24/25 preview, with Ross seemingly having lost his mind, and Ben having to step in as the voice of reason.  Before that, there’s time for a review of an encouraging pre-season, and a mailbag full of listeners looking forward to the season. Timestamps: 4:18: Pre-season review 19:14: Mailbag 41:52: 24/25 Season Preview...

Ben and Ross finally have a match to review! QP-hahaha are on the menu this week, as Reading continue their encouraging pre season with a win over the fake hoops.    Never fear though, the conversation doesn’t stay focused for long, with the best Olympic sports and best iced desserts for a heatwave also discussed.   Thanks as always to our friends at ZCZ Films for sponsoring the show   Follow The Tilehurst End on Twitter @thetilehurstend  Follow Ben on Twitter @mrblthomas Follow Ross on...

Ben and Ross bring back local women's football writer Abi Ticehurst to discuss the sad situation with the Reading women's team dropping to the 5th tier.  Abi takes us through the scope of the loss, and the key priorities for the team now. Thanks as always to our friends at ZCZ Films for their sponsorship of the podcast Donate to Abi's fundraiser: https://www.justgiving.com/fundraising/Abi-Ticehurst Follow Abi on Twitter @abfrti1 Follow Ben on Twitter @mrblthomas Follow Ross on Twitter...

Is this thing still on? Why are we still here? Well despite it being peak Euros season, there's Royal rumors floating around. Ben and Ross invite on Tom to discuss the fixture announcement, the women's team issues, and exactly what foods are served on an American BBQ.  Thanks as always to our friends ZCZ for their help in sponsoring the show. Follow Ben on Twitter @mrblthomas Follow Ross on Twitter @WebberRoss Follow The Tilehurst End on Twitter @TheTilehurstEnd

Prolific new TTE writer Alex joins the pair to kick off the second half of the Iconic XI series! The importance of the Westcoast logo to a generation of Reading fans is up for discussion, and a coach for the team comes from a very unlikely source!   A big shoutout to our friends at ZCZ Films for their generous sponsorship! Follow Ben on Twitter @mrblthomas Follow Ross on Twitter @WebberRoss Follow The Tilehurst End on Twitter @TheTilehurstEnd"

Reading face a pair of setbacks early in their summer with charges for Mark Bowen as well as confirmation that the exclusivity period granted has ended without a sale being completed.  Ben and Ross talk through the possible consequences for the club, before trying to brighten proceedings with a lively mailbag. Thanks as always to our friends ZCZ Films for their sponsoring of the show. Follow Ben on Twitter @mrblthomas Follow Ross on Twitter @WebberRoss Follow The Tilehurst End on Twitter...

The average age of the Iconic XI miniseries is brought down a few years as Ryan comes into the studio with his team! With limited memories of anything prior to Marek Matejovsky, Ryan draws upon the last decade for much of his team: and throws tactics to the wolves! Thanks to our friends ZCZ Films for their sponsoring of the show! Follow Ben on Twitter @mrblthomas Follow Ross on Twitter @WebberRoss Follow Ryan on Twitter @JRyan03_ Follow The Tilehurst End on Twitter @TheTilehurstEnd

Ben and Ross get an excellent listener email and stumble into accidentally recording a full pod to go around it. Graeme Murty is back in town to deliver Reading's U21s an agonizing defeat in the PL2 Semi Final.  Then the boys mull over the excellent email from the Royal exile. Thanks as always to our friends ZCZ Films for their sponsoring of the show. Follow Ben on Twitter @mrblthomas Follow Ross on Twitter @WebberRoss Follow The Tilehurst End on Twitter @TheTilehurstEnd

Ben and Ross are still stuck down memory lane, continuing their series of iconic XIs. What defines a cult legend or favorite player, and what are the stories behind those connections?  Today, Ben and Ross switch seats and make Ben the guest of honor: allowing him to take us through his team involving a rapper, an academy mapper, and a whole host of attackers... Thanks to our friends ZCZ Films for their sponsoring of the show! Follow Ben on Twitter @mrblthomas Follow Ross on Twitter...

In a new series, Ben and Ross build their own teams made up of iconic or favorite Reading players from any era. What defines a cult legend or favorite player, and what are the stories behind those connections?  Ross kicks us off with an XI of his favorite featuring a few nods to the Jose Gomes era, plenty of pace on the wings, and even a former Balon d'Or nominee... Thanks to our friends ZCZ Films for their sponsoring of the show! Follow Ben on Twitter @mrblthomas Follow Ross on Twitter...

Reading FC's retained list is released just minutes after Ben puts the agenda for the pod together, and he's very upset about his upturned show order. The boys discuss the players who are staying and going at Reading FC, and answer a bumper mailbag, proving it's not just the two of them that are going mad without any football to watch... Thanks as always to our friends ZCZ Films for sponsoring the show. Follow Ben on Twitter @mrblthomas Follow Ross on Twitter @WebberRoss Follow The Tilehurst...

Wimb returns alongside James and Andy to give our final thoughts on the 2023/24 season and try and get some answers as to what might be next. We start with the latest on the takeover talks at the club, plus the latest on who may be staying and leaving the SCL over the course of the summer. There's also a look behind the scenes into the life of a journalist covering Reading in 2024 plus thoughts on the new kit and much more.As always, thanks to our sponsors ZCZ Films and our exclusive Pod...

The boys go into that (end of season) goodnight with a win against Blackpool to mull over. Ross' jimmies are rustled over the Pereira v Button "debate", before the pair recap a fun night's drinking in the Purple Turtle... Thanks as always to our friends ZCZ Films for their help in sponsoring the show Follow Ben on Twitter @mrblthomas Follow Ross on Twitter @WebberRoss Follow The Tilehurst End on Twitter @TheTilehurstEnd  

Ross is joined by Dan Worth, head of social and content for whoscored.com, famous for their player ratings and the EFL teams of the week. The pair discuss how those ratings and teams come together then turn their eye to their mutual passion: the Royals. Dan tells us the best stats for assessing Ruben Selles' pressing system, what the future may hold for Sam Smith, and which Reading player is making an absolute mockery of his xG numbers. Thanks as always to our friends ZCZ Films for their...

Burton Albion condemn Reading to another loss on the road, but Ben and Ross aren't too bothered now that survival is secured, and Dia Del Jefe is on the horizon... There's a lot up for discussion in the mailbag though, with the season coming to a close and the pair in a reflective mood.  Thanks as always to our friends at ZCZ Films for their sponsoring of the show. Follow Ben on Twitter @mrblthomas Follow Ross on Twitter @WebberRoss Follow The Tilehurst End on Twitter @TheTilehurstEnd  

Reading romp up to Yorkshire and take the game to the Tykes, leaving Ruben Selles unhappy with just a point despite all but securing League One safety.  Ross and Ben invite on Bobbins to discuss the 2-2 Draw with Barnsley, as well as the essential must-stay players for next season, and a look at whether Pereira starts the 24/25 season for Reading. Thanks as always to our friends ZCZ Films for sponsoring the show. Follow Ben on Twitter @mrblthomas Follow Ross on Twitter @WebberRoss Follow The...

Reading's Head of Commercial, Tim Kilpatrick, joins the boys for a second time this season. Since he joined us in the autumn, Tim has taken over more of a communications focus, so we discuss that, Ruben Selles' influence on the season ticket campaign and more! Thanks as always to our friends ZCZ Films for all their help in sponsoring the show. Follow Ben on Twitter @mrblthomas Follow Ross on Twitter @WebberRoss Follow The Tilehurst End on Twitter @TheTilehurstEnd