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The Hawthorns Debate Club

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A Brand New West Brom Podcast with Jamie Clay, Joe Clay and Alex Collins. Every week we review the games, talk about the latest news surrounding the club and try to have a laugh along the way.
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Even Last Gasp Defeats Can't Spoil The Mood

The Hawthorns Debate ClubDec 05, 2023

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Even Last Gasp Defeats Can't Spoil The Mood

Even Last Gasp Defeats Can't Spoil The Mood

Welcome To The Hawthorns Debate Club. A West Brom Podcast with Jamie Clay, Joe Clay and Alex Collins.

The festive period begins and the season of joy seems to be in full flow at the Albion. Despite our most recent defeat to Leicester, there is a lovely positivity about the Hawthorns. We discuss our recent performances against Leicester, Cardiff and Ipswich. Before we get in the Christmas mood with a Christmassy themed mini game, where we unwrap players from different time periods. They can’t all be mega hits. We also chat about the injury to Matty Philips and our upcoming fixture against Sunderland. Optimism remains.


Apologies for Jamie’s and Alex’s microphone quality… few audio problems.


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Music Credits.

E Jammy Jams- Silent Night

Kevin MacLeod- Mariachi Snooze 

Kevin MacLeod- Jingle Bells


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Dec 05, 202349:50
Unbridled Optimism

Unbridled Optimism

Welcome To The Hawthorns Debate Club. A West Brom Podcast with Jamie Clay, Joe Clay and Alex Collins.


After a long hiatus we return at the start of another International break to discuss our electrifying recent form. We discuss the Southampton game and the general mood around the club. We highlight those players whose performances demand attention.


We pay homage to Corberan. We also discuss the off the field stories concerning a takeover. We somehow end up in a conversation about Jeremy Peace.


Apologies for Jamie’s microphone quality… few audio problems.

But all in all… it’s good to be back


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Nov 15, 202349:47
Warnock + International Break = Misery

Warnock + International Break = Misery

Welcome To The Hawthorns Debate Club. A West Brom Podcast with Jamie Clay, Joe Clay and Alex Collins.


On this weeks episode we are once again joined by honorary debate club member Tom Goff from Baggies Bulletin.


We discussed the disappointing sucker punch delivered by Warnock's Huddersfield. We discuss Corberan, his tinkering and the social media reaction to the defeat that ended our fantastic home record. We look at Palmer and his recent inconsistency. We also discuss some individual performances that leave us questioning who should start our first game back after the international break.



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Sep 05, 202301:15:33
Deadline Day Looms Large?

Deadline Day Looms Large?

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On this week’s episode we unpack the thrill coaster showing at the Hawthorns against Middlesborough. Plus with deadline day on the horizon we discuss where the team needs reinforcements. Will we be left wanting more or will Corberan get his men?

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Aug 29, 202301:10:41
Because Sometimes Winning Just Isn't Dramatic Enough

Because Sometimes Winning Just Isn't Dramatic Enough

Welcome To The Hawthorns Debate Club. A West Brom Podcast with Jamie Clay, Joe Clay and Alex Collins.

We allow our pulses to return to normal while discussing Albion’s frantic home opener against Swansea. The we talk about the good (set pieces), the bad (set pieces) and the ugly (set pieces). We talk about Carlos’ tinkering as well as review those players that re-wrote the narrative around themselves. We look at the talking points with an eye on Leeds. Ajayi the surprise package delivers? Delap resurrected? Megamind Mowatt?


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Music Credits

Because For Everything There Is Someone by pATCHES

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Aug 15, 202301:00:57
Is It Too Early To Panic?

Is It Too Early To Panic?

Welcome To The Hawthorns Debate Club. A West Brom Podcast with Jamie Clay, Joe Clay and Alex Collins.


Well the optimism didn’t last long. A deflating opening day defeat has left us all in the grip of an early season meltdown. We discuss the Blackburn game and the talking points. The Corberan’s selection question? Is Kipre the cause of all problems? Are we toothless in attack? All these questions and more will be answered. As well as some transfer talk and a brief preview of our upcoming game against Swansea.


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Aug 08, 202301:03:05
Optimism Before The Meltdown (Season Preview)

Optimism Before The Meltdown (Season Preview)


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So another gruelling Championship campaign awaits us all. Join us as we preview the upcoming season with help from our good friend Tom from BaggiesBulletin.


We talking about hopes and dreams for the season ahead. We discuss the preseason and the state of the club. Before making our customary predictions for the season.


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Aug 04, 202301:28:51
Conclusions On Another Championship Season

Conclusions On Another Championship Season

Welcome To The Hawthorns Debate Club. A West Brom Podcast with Jamie Clay, Joe Clay and Alex Collins.


On this weeks episode we break down the 22/23 season. The dust has settled and we scavenge through the wreckage asking the big questions. Where did it all go wrong? What were the bright moments in the bleak midwinter? Is there hope ahead? Molumby, Okay and Yoksulu.


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Music Credits 


Lifting Dreams by Aakash Gandhi

Resolution by Wayne Jones

City Blocks by TrackTribe

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May 17, 202358:14
Game Over?

Game Over?

Welcome To The Hawthorns Debate Club. A West Brom Podcast with Jamie Clay, Joe Clay and Alex Collins.


Well it very much feels like the Albion shaped coffin has very much been nailed shut on this season. In this week’s episode Jamie and Alex duet on the Blades game and discuss what has gone wrong recently. We discuss the injury apocalypse, as well as the season expectations. We play a game of 22/23 Season What If. Before looking ahead to the final home game of the season. 


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Music Credits

Because for Everything There is Someone by pATCHES

Slow Sneak Up by GodMode

City Blocks by Track Tribe

Fairy Waltz by Kevin MacLeod


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Apr 27, 202340:36
Hello Darkness...

Hello Darkness...

Welcome To The Hawthorns Debate Club. A West Brom Podcast with Jamie Clay, Joe Clay and Alex Collins.

We back with a short but sweet pod. Apologies for our disappearing act but we return this week to discuss the fatigue and malaise that has settled once again over the Hawthorns. We dissect the dip in form that has seen Albion fall out of the playoff picture. We focus on the “make or break” games over Easter and discuss where has it all gone wrong. Lethargy? Apathy? Melancholy?


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Music Credits

Because for Everything There is Someone by pATCHES

Impending Doom Film Trailer by Doug Maxwell


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Apr 12, 202334:28
Back To Basics Against Boro

Back To Basics Against Boro

Welcome To The Hawthorns Debate Club. A West Brom Podcast with Jamie Clay, Joe Clay and Alex Collins.

On this weeks episode we discuss the fantastic home win against Boro, the Championship form team. We answer some of your questions. Before briefly discussing our upcoming Friday night trip to Hull.

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Music Credits

Jazz Piano Bar by Doug Maxwell

Carried by Lauren Duski

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Mar 02, 202345:55
The Corberán Chaos Effect

The Corberán Chaos Effect

Welcome To The Hawthorns Debate Club. A West Brom Podcast with Jamie Clay, Joe Clay and Alex Collins.

On this weeks episode we discuss the end of the honeymoon period. We look back at the last three fixtures which have seen Albion hit a bit of a blip. We discuss Jenga, Chaos and gout. Finally we preview our upcoming game against form boys Boro.

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Music Credits

Because for Everything There Is Someone by pATCHES

Sloppy Clav by Godmode

City Blocks by TrackTribe

Landing by Godmode

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Feb 24, 202338:41
Long Live King Carlos

Long Live King Carlos

Welcome To The Hawthorns Debate Club. A West Brom Podcast with Jamie Clay, Joe Clay and Alex Collins.

Midway through this episode the news broke that Carlos Corberan has committed his future to the club. We proceeded to delight in the news that he is with us till the summer of 2027. Before that we spoke about the Coventry game and our feelings about how the season might finish. We also preview our game against Blues.

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Music Credits

Because for Everything There Is Someone by pATCHES

Landing by Godmode

Floating Home by Brian Bolger

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Feb 08, 202335:20
Confidence and Comebacks

Confidence and Comebacks

Welcome To The Hawthorns Debate Club. A West Brom Podcast with Jamie Clay, Joe Clay and Alex Collins.

On this weeks episode we kicked off the conversation with a chat about our 3-2 victory over Luton. We then descended into the murk of the off the field issues including Ron Gourlay’s emergence from hiding. We briefly mulled over our progress to the 4th Round of the FA Cup. Before we previewed our heavyweight clash against Burnley

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Jan 19, 202348:40
Sensible Speculation (ft. Jonny Drury)

Sensible Speculation (ft. Jonny Drury)

Welcome To The Hawthorns Debate Club. A West Brom Podcast with Jamie Clay, Joe Clay and Alex Collins.

On this weeks episode we are joined by host of the Baggies Broadcast and Express and Star Digital Sports Journalist Jonny Drury.

We discuss the magic of the FA Cup and the seemingly paper thin depth of the squad. Jonny give us his insight into the life of a journalist following his boyhood club. We collectively scratch our heads about all the off field issues currently haunting the club. Before previewing our upcoming games against Luton and Chesterfield. 

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Music Credits

Because For Everything There Is Someone - pATCHES

Landing by Godmode

Spy Suite by Quincas Moreira

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Follow Jonny on twitter @JonnyDrury_Star and the Baggies Broadcast @albionpoddy

Jan 11, 202301:15:45
Back In Time For Christmas...

Back In Time For Christmas...

Welcome To The Hawthorns Debate Club. A West Brom Podcast with Jamie Clay, Joe Clay and Alex Collins.

On this weeks episode we get all warm and cozy around the fireplace as we discuss the return to domestic football. We sprinkle festive chatter over all three of our recent matches. We ponder the West Brom dressing room Christmas party. Before previewing our upcoming games over the Christmas period. Feliz Navidad!

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Music Credits

Home For The Holidays by Chris Haugen

City Blocks by TrackTribe

Lost in the Forest by Doug Maxwell

Silent Night by E Jammy James

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Dec 23, 202246:19
Stoke, Scissor Kicks and Saviours

Stoke, Scissor Kicks and Saviours

Welcome To The Hawthorns Debate Club. A West Brom Podcast with Jamie Clay, Joe Clay and Alex Collins.

On this weeks episode we pick our jaws off the floor of the Woodman and contemplate Brandon Thomas-Asante’s heart stealing scissor-kick. We revel in the Stoke victory. As well as discuss the revitalised performances and the new mood around the Hawthorns. We talk about attendances and the protests organised by the Action For Albion group. Before finally making some slapdash predictions about Qatar 2022.

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Music Credits

Because For Everything There Is Someone by pATCHES

When We Found The Horizon by Late Night Feeler

Lost in the Forest by Doug Maxwell

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Nov 17, 202236:36
Do Two Games Count As A Streak? (Ft. Chris Hall, Albion Analysis Podcast)

Do Two Games Count As A Streak? (Ft. Chris Hall, Albion Analysis Podcast)

Welcome To The Hawthorns Debate Club. A West Brom Podcast with Jamie Clay, Joe Clay and Alex Collins.

On this weeks episode we are joined by Chris Hall from the Albion Analysis podcast. Chris shares his data and stats driven insights about the current state of the club. We soak in the number crunching and discuss the QPR game and the impact of Carlos Corberan thus far. Plus Chris shares a couple of narrative breaking stats about two members of the playing squad. Kyle Bartley: 2 Judgement Day? Square Pegs in Square Holes? An awkward conversation over a garden fence?

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Check out Chris on the Albion Analysis podcast. Available on Spotify, Apple Podcasts and other podcast platforms. Follow Chris on twitter @cjhall83. Follow Albion Analysis pod @AlbionAnalysis

Music Credits

Because For Everything There Is Someone by pATCHES

Further Than Before by Late Night Feeler

Parisian Cafe by Aaron Kenny

Diving in Backwards by Nathan Moore

Jazz Piano Bar by Doug Maxwell

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Nov 09, 202201:19:21
Viva la Revolución

Viva la Revolución

Welcome To The Hawthorns Debate Club. A West Brom Podcast with Jamie Clay, Joe Clay and Alex Collins.

On this weeks episode the mood is different. Feelings of joy and optimism prevail for the first time in centuries. We talk about our home league win against the sea siders. We discuss the Corberán effect. Before we peer into the future to discern how the new man will fare in seasons to come. We finish up the episode with a preview of our upcoming game against QPR. A new hope? A reverse ageing Bielsa? Turkish Delighted?

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Music Credits

Further Than Before by Late Night Feeler

Wander by Emmit Fenn

To Have to in Least Water by pATCHES

Downloaded from the Youtube Media Library

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Nov 03, 202249:14
Every Silver Lining Has A Dark Cloud

Every Silver Lining Has A Dark Cloud

Welcome To The Hawthorns Debate Club. A West Brom Podcast with Jamie Clay, Joe Clay and Alex Collins.

On this weeks episode we belatedly discuss all the news from the past couple of weeks. The sacking of Steve Zombie Bruce and the background turmoil of the boardroom. We take a look at the hot prospects to take over in the dug out. Before looking at life under Beale for a few moments. No longer BFFs? Neighbours need a job? The tip of the iceberg?

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Music Credits

The Empty Moons of Jupiter by DivKid

The End by Coyote Hearing

Alpine Bierhalle by Aaron Kenny

No Win by Silent Partner

Jazz Piano Bar by Doug Maxwell

Downloaded from the Youtube Media Library

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Oct 21, 202246:29
The Price of Cabbages (ft. BaggiesBulletin)

The Price of Cabbages (ft. BaggiesBulletin)

Welcome To The Hawthorns Debate Club. A West Brom Podcast with Jamie Clay, Joe Clay and Alex Collins.

On this weeks episode we are joined by Tom from Baggies Bulletin to pull apart the meat and bones of a club on the verge of catastrophe. We perform a post mortem on the Swansea game, a disastrous result which leads us perilously close to the relegation zone. Surely it’s time for Bruce to pack his bags. We also discuss Button and his tenuous position, before diving into penalty takers.

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Music Credits

Because For Everything There Is Someone by pATCHES

Slow Sneak Up by Godmode

Jazz Piano Bar by Doug Maxwell

Downloaded from the Youtube Media Library

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Oct 05, 202201:00:58
Shambles and Solutions

Shambles and Solutions

Welcome To The Hawthorns Debate Club. A West Brom Podcast with Jamie Clay, Joe Clay and Alex Collins.

It’s been a while hasn’t it…? On this weeks episode with nothing immediate to talk about we review the last several weeks and analyse the depths of gloom the club finds itself in. We discuss Bruce, Lai, results, transfers and a whole host of goodness (bleakness) ahead of the season returning after international break. Bruce out? Lai out? Gourlay out? THE DEBATE CLUB IS BACK!!!!

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Music Credits

Because For Everything There Is Someone by pATCHES

City Blocks Tracktribe

Jazz Piano Bar by Doug Maxwell

Downloaded from the Youtube Media Library

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Sep 28, 202245:43
Disappointment and Other Familiar Feelings (ft. Baggies Bulletin)

Disappointment and Other Familiar Feelings (ft. Baggies Bulletin)

Welcome To The Hawthorns Debate Club. A West Brom Podcast with Jamie Clay, Joe Clay and Alex Collins.

On this week’s episode we have out first ever guest, Tom from Baggies Bulletin steps into the void left behind by Joe. We descend into the mire as we discuss the Wigan and Huddersfield games, navigating the growing sense of gloom. Has Bruce run out of rope already? We talk transfer deadline day and our greatest areas of need. We also preview our upcoming game against Burnley. Is Joe Real? Potatoes and Cabbage? Solomon Rondon in disguise?

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Music Credits

The Anunnaki Return by Jesse Gallagher

Parisian Cafe by Aaron Kenny

Impending Doom Film Trailer by Doug Maxwell

The End by Coyote Hearing

Fairy Meeting by Emily A Sprague

Because For Everything There Is Someone by pATCHES

Jazz Piano Bar by Doug Maxwell

Downloaded from the Youtube Media Library

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Sep 01, 202201:03:52
The 10% Season Review

The 10% Season Review

Welcome To The Hawthorns Debate Club. A West Brom Podcast with Jamie Clay, Joe Clay and Alex Collins.

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In this week’s episode we get excited as we review the season so far. We each share a hope and a concern about what we’ve seen so far. We discuss the current finishing crisis and the No. 9 conundrum. Before getting anxious about there only being one week left before the transfer window closes. Grady back to his best? Concentrate on the league now? Jekyll and Hyde returns?

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Music Credits

Because For Everything There Is Someone by pATCHES

A Brand New Start by TrackTribe

Jazz Piano Bar by Doug Maxwell

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Aug 26, 202242:52
Excitement and Other Unfamiliar Feelings

Excitement and Other Unfamiliar Feelings

Welcome To The Hawthorns Debate Club. A West Brom Podcast with Jamie Clay, Joe Clay and Alex Collins.

In this week’s episode we get excited as we discuss the most one sided draw in recent memory. We wax lyrical about the Watford game, the chances, the goals and the atmosphere from a great home opener at the Hawthorns. We discuss the Dike injury and it’s implications going forward. We also preview the Blackburn and Cardiff game. Pretty in Rouge? Judgement Day? Neymar or Molumby?

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Music Credits

State Drive by VYEN

City Blocks by TrackTribe

The Terminator 2 Judgement Day Theme by Brad Fiedel

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Aug 11, 202201:01:22
So It Begins...

So It Begins...

Welcome To The Hawthorns Debate Club. A West Brom Podcast with Jamie Clay, Joe Clay and Alex Collins.

In our first podcast of the new season we take the scenic route in our autopsy of the game from the Riverside. The lineup, the style, the result… nothing to worry about? Or red flags already? We then move onto our game preview against Watford. Livermore stuck in time? Dike vs Lenihan TLC? Bruce for DOF?

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Music Credits

Because For Everything There Is Someone by pATCHES

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Aug 03, 202244:35
Season Preview Extravaganza 22/23

Season Preview Extravaganza 22/23

Welcome To The Hawthorns Debate Club. A West Brom Podcast with Jamie Clay, Joe Clay and Alex Collins.

It’s season preview season, so sit back as we share our hopes and dreams for the season ahead. We peer into the sports almanac and make frighteningly accurate predictions about the upcoming season. We then dish out some awards from the future. Before our first previewing of the season for our upcoming match against Boro. Joe’s Last Podcast? No Space for TGH? Captain Dara? A new Invincible’s season?

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Music Credits

Further Than Before by Late Night Feeler

Wander by Emmit Fenn

Lost in the Forest by Doug Maxwell

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Jul 27, 202257:21
Turkish Delight is Okay

Turkish Delight is Okay

Welcome To The Hawthorns Debate Club. A West Brom Podcast with Jamie Clay, Joe Clay and Alex Collins.

In this weeks preseason episode we ask the question… Is everything OKAY? Are you OKAY? Is Gerard Way OKAY?

We then splash around in rosewater flavours as we talk about the signing of Turkish cult hero Okay Yokuşlu. We then meander through the rest of the preseason talking transfers and friendlies.

Okay, welcome home.

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Music Credits

State Drive by VYEN

City Blocks by TrackTribe

Emerald Seas by Aaron Kenny

Berlin at Night by Dan Henig

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Jul 21, 202246:13
Stuffed With Preseason Positivity

Stuffed With Preseason Positivity

Welcome To The Hawthorns Debate Club. A West Brom Podcast with Jamie Clay, Joe Clay and Alex Collins.

In this weeks preseason episode we talk about all the latest news around the club. We discuss Jed Wallace and his impact on the squad. We talk all things Portugal and Preseason. Karlan Grant is our new host? Die alte dame? Invincible’s 2.0?

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Music Credits

Because For Everything There Is Someone by pATCHES

City Blocks by TrackTribe

Up the Steps by Geographer

Berlin at Night by Dan Henig

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Jul 07, 202234:01
Transfers and Tidbits

Transfers and Tidbits

Welcome To The Hawthorns Debate Club. A West Brom Podcast with Jamie Clay, Joe Clay and Alex Collins.

We Back! In this weeks episode we talk about the latest news around the club with a magnifiying glass on transfers. We discuss new boy John Swift and ask who will join him. We then talk about other elements of the coming preseason. Check out our new website thehawthornsdebateclub.com

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Music Credits

Because For Everything There Is Someone by pATCHES

City Blocks by TrackTribe

State Drive by VYEN

Wander by Emmit Fenn

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Jun 16, 202241:11
Young Champions

Young Champions

Welcome To The Hawthorns Debate Club. A West Brom Podcast with Jamie Clay, Joe Clay and Alex Collins.

In this weeks episode we celebrate the U23's triumph in the Premier League 2 Cup. We then speedrun through the latest news, including Semi Ajayi’s new contract and some transfer speculation. Behold the tumbleweed? Highlight of the season? Lunar calendars make sense?

‘Get the full experience of an Albion fan. The dizzying highs of optimism and then crushing reality.’ - Jonno

Voted the 21st Best Debate podcast for Growing Businesses.

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Music Credits

Because For Everything There Is Someone by pATCHES

The Six Realms by I Think I Can Help You

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May 18, 202233:03
Autopsy of a Season

Autopsy of a Season

Welcome To The Hawthorns Debate Club. A West Brom Podcast with Jamie Clay, Joe Clay and Alex Collins.

In this weeks episode we enter the morgue and perform a post mortem on the season. We dissect what went wrong and what was the underlying problem. It’s a season review where we knowingly stretch the autopsy analogy as far as it will go, so prepare yourself for that. We briefly talk about the palate cleanser of a game against Barnsley. We also talk about the first rumblings of transfer activity. Hands are key? Swift Saviour? Cause of death?

‘Get the full experience of an Albion fan. The dizzying highs of optimism and then crushing reality.’ - Jonno

Voted the 21st Best Debate podcast for Growing Businesses.

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Music Credits

Lifting Dreams - Aakash Gandhi

Resolution by Wayne Jones

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May 13, 202253:21
Life's Burning Questions

Life's Burning Questions

Welcome To The Hawthorns Debate Club. A West Brom Podcast with Jamie Clay, Joe Clay and Alex Collins.

In this weeks episode because this season is dead and buried… We decided to tear open the mail bag and answer your questions ahead of our final game. We manage to have a small discussion about the Reading game as well as make our predictions for the Barnsley game. However the bulk of this episode is a dialogue and conversation between us and you the listeners. Feel free to carry on the conversation by messaging us on Instagram or Twitter. Pigeon messenger? The Return of Zohore? Who falls into room 101?

‘Get the full experience of an Albion fan. The dizzying highs of optimism and then crushing reality.’ - Jonno

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Music Credits

Because For Everything There Is Someone by pATCHES

Renaissance Castle by Doug Maxwell

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May 04, 202201:00:02
Troubleshooting A Failed Season

Troubleshooting A Failed Season

Welcome To The Hawthorns Debate Club. A West Brom Podcast with Jamie Clay, Joe Clay and Alex Collins.

In this week’s sleepy episode we hammer the final few rusty nails into the coffin of the season that promised so much but delivered so little. We briefly mention the Coventry game, before turning our eyes to the future. We discuss the reports that Steve Bruce will seemingly be in charge next season, is this a good thing or a bad thing? We then turn our attention to troubleshooting the deeper issues at the club, before we each offer an elevator pitch as to how we'd fix the club. Ron pick up the phone... we are expecting your call. Are Albion fans entitled? Joe is the new Paul Scharner? Riding an elevator to the ISS? Business Architecture to the rescue?

‘Get the full experience of an Albion fan. The dizzying highs of optimism and then crushing reality.’ - Jonno

Voted the 21st Best Debate podcast for Growing Businesses.

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Music Credits

Because For Everything There Is Someone by pATCHES

No.6 In My Dreams by Esther Abrami

A Night Alone by TrackTribe

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Apr 27, 202250:46
I’m not Angry, I’m Just Disappointed By How Angry You Make Me...

I’m not Angry, I’m Just Disappointed By How Angry You Make Me...

Welcome To The Hawthorns Debate Club. A West Brom Podcast with Jamie Clay, Joe Clay and Alex Collins.

In this week’s Lord of the Rings length episode, we continue the never-ending conversation about the epic mess we find ourselves in. We talk about a victory against Blackpool that felt like a loss and a loss against Forest that felt like the last nail in the coffin of this miserable season. We actually debate about the perceived attitude problem in the present playing squad. We also ask, do these last two games finally mean the end of the road for Bruce? We also chat about the booing of CR7 and the referee who maybe wanted Bruce gone too. Before wrapping up with some predictions about the Coventry Game. Is it over yet? Scapegoating? Bruce Out?

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Because For Everything There Is Someone by pATCHES

Impending Doom Film Trailer by Doug Maxwell

Sloppy Clay by Godmode

Landing by Godmode

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Apr 20, 202259:56
Consistently Inconsistent

Consistently Inconsistent

Welcome To The Hawthorns Debate Club. A West Brom Podcast with Jamie Clay, Joe Clay and Alex Collins.

In this week’s jazz free form episode we wade through the thick balmy layers of mediocrity. We talk about our consistent inconsistency in our last three games against The Blues, The Cherries and Stoke. We talk about Andy Carroll and his future. We talk about the effort and attitude and the response to our current form from the players. We ask the question is it simply all the players fault or does the blame spread further and deeper? Before making some predictions about the Blackpool and Forest game? All hope is gone? More likely than a shark attack? Blood the youngsters?

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Because For Everything There Is Someone by pATCHES

Drunken Sailor by Cooper Cannell

The Gentlemen by DivKid

Lost in the Forest by Doug Maxwell

Landing by Godmode

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Apr 13, 202246:24
International Break Tumbleweed

International Break Tumbleweed

Welcome To The Hawthorns Debate Club. A West Brom Podcast with Jamie Clay, Joe Clay and Alex Collins.

In this week’s concentrated formula of an episode, we handle the international break and the Baggies players involved. We talk about CR7 performances for club vs country. We discuss the signing of Jayson Molumby. We also issue a hands off warning to Val Ismael regarding Daryl Dike. We also preview both our upcoming games against the Blues and the Cherries. International Snooze Fest? The Irish Bale? Connor Gallagher or Jayson Molumby? The Turkish Superlig Dream?

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The Six Realms by I Think I Can Help You

Landing by Godmode

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Mar 30, 202235:03
So You're Telling Me There's A Chance...
Mar 23, 202246:47
True/False Dawn

True/False Dawn

Welcome To The Hawthorns Debate Club. A West Brom Podcast with Jamie Clay, Joe Clay and Alex Collins.

In this week's episode we finally have some respite. We discuss Albion’s humbling of relegation strugglers Hull City. Is this a moment for renewed hope? Or a simply a beatdown on a poor side? We also discuss the reintroduction of TGH to the starting eleven. We navigate the potential rot at the club and ask the question is there a need for a clear out. Before previewing our upcoming fixture against the Terriers. Taming tigers is easy? TGH the first name on the team sheet? International Spy Network?

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The New Order by Aaron Kenny

Cold Blue by Astron

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Mar 09, 202240:42
How Deep Does The Rabbit Hole Go?

How Deep Does The Rabbit Hole Go?

Welcome To The Hawthorns Debate Club. A West Brom Podcast with Jamie Clay, Joe Clay and Alex Collins.

This isn’t last week’s episode. But get ready for another episode of misery and gloom. We try and summon some enthusiasm while discussing the Swansea defeat. We continue our conversation around the involvement of the u23’s. We look to the future and next season… the great reset and rebuild. We travel back in time to the Coliseum to decide who in the current squad will make it to next season. Bruce the solution? Castro Ready? Copy and Paste podcasting?

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Music Credits

Spacetime Blues by Loopop

Imperial Forces by Aaron Kenny

Landing by Godmode

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Mar 02, 202250:43
Rage, Ramble, Repeat

Rage, Ramble, Repeat

Welcome To The Hawthorns Debate Club. A West Brom Podcast with Jamie Clay, Joe Clay and Alex Collins.

Get ready for an episode drenched in frustration and anger. Back to back defeats have leaft Albion on the brink of season ending disaster and mid-table infamy and it's more of the same old problems. We talk about the recurring issues in the first team. Are the u23’s the solution? We attempt to portion out some blame for the repeat poor performances. We also discuss BaggiesBulletin’s recent article on Ian Pearce Albion’s Head of Recruitment. Before previewing our upcoming game against Swansea. What Can Bruce Do? Not fit to wear the shirt? How low can we go?

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Music Credits

Lost in the Forest by Doug Maxwell

Landing by Godmode

Wander by Emmit Fenn

Jazz Piano Bar by Doug Maxwell

Because For Everything There Is Someone by pATCHES

Fairy Tale Waltz by Kevin MacLeod

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Feb 23, 202249:36
Calling Creativity Bot

Calling Creativity Bot

Welcome To The Hawthorns Debate Club. A West Brom Podcast with Jamie Clay, Joe Clay and Alex Collins.

In this week’s episode, we discuss the slightly improved performance against Blackburn Rovers. We discuss creativity and analytics with Creativity Bot. We look into the crystal ball about the future of the Albion. We play guess the news story based on Instagram comments. Before previewing our upcoming game against Luton. Creativity Bot will be the end of humanity? Back Seat Pilots? The precipice of a dark age?

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Music Credits

Lost in the Forest by Doug Maxwell

Landing by Godmode

Still Not Rite by Noir Et Blanc Vie

Wander by Emmit Fenn

Impending Doom Film Trailer by Doug Maxwell

Moonrise by Futuremono

Marachi Snooze by Kevin MacLeod

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Feb 18, 202245:13
The Slow Process of Undoing Despair

The Slow Process of Undoing Despair

Welcome To The Hawthorns Debate Club. A West Brom Podcast with Jamie Clay, Joe Clay and Alex Collins.

In this romance filled episode, we pop the Prosecco as discuss a dramatic news stuffed week. From the implosion of Val Ball, the boardroom fallout and the post apocalyptic hero we needed. We break out the chocolate and candles as we discuss Steve Bruce’s first game in charge against Sheff Utd. Before previewing our Valentines Day special against Blackburn. Romance isn’t dead? The hero we deserve? Bye bye horlicks ball.

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Lost in the Forest by Doug Maxwell

Landing by Godmode

City Blocks by TrackTribe

Still Not Rite by Noir Et Blanc Vie

The New Order by Aaron Kenny

Impending Doom Film Trailer by Doug Maxwell

Because for everything there is someone by pATCHES

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Feb 11, 202250:15
The End Is Nigh?

The End Is Nigh?

Welcome To The Hawthorns Debate Club. A West Brom Podcast with Jamie Clay, Joe Clay and Alex Collins.

In this weeks episode we descend further into despair following another league defeat. There’s more frustration and woe as we discuss the nine lives of Valerian Ismael. We discuss the radio silence from the club and the likelihood of Ismael reaching the Sheffield United game. How did we get here? Horlicks Ball? Tony Mowbray’s Barmy Army? All these questions and more will be answered.

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Leoforos Alexandras by Dan Boded

Landing by Godmode

City Blocks by TrackTribe

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Feb 02, 202248:49
Disaster Management

Disaster Management

Welcome To The Hawthorns Debate Club. A West Brom Podcast with Jamie Clay, Joe Clay and Alex Collins.

In this weeks meltdown special the conversation is Val. Is he still the man for the job? Where is it going wrong? Who would replace him? All these questions and more will be answered.

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Music Credits

Impending Doom Film Trailer by Doug Maxwell

Landing by Godmode

State Drive by VYEN

Cold Blue by Astron

Sloppy Clay by Godmode

FairyTale Waltz by Aaron Kenny

Jazz Piano Bar by Doug Maxwell

Lazy Boy Blues by Unicorn Heads

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Jan 28, 202249:04
What Lies Beyond Meltdown?

What Lies Beyond Meltdown?

Welcome To The Hawthorns Debate Club. A West Brom Podcast with Jamie Clay, Joe Clay and Alex Collins.

In this weeks gloomy episode we once again contemplate the fallout of another league defeat. We punctuate the misery by discussing the American dream Daryl Dike. We chat about Val and his future. We break down the news stories around the club. Before previewing our upcoming game against the Posh. How much more misery can you feel? American Messiah? The Return of the Slav? All these questions and more will be answered.

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Music Credits

Stark Goes Dark by The Whole Other

Lost in the Forest by Doug Maxwell

Impending Doom Film Trailer by Doug Maxwell

Wander by Emmit Fenn

City Blocks by TrackTribe

State Drive by VYEN

Lazy Boy Blues by Unicorn Heads

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Jan 19, 202249:12
The Invisible Cup Crowd

The Invisible Cup Crowd

Welcome To The Hawthorns Debate Club. A West Brom Podcast with Jamie Clay, Joe Clay and Alex Collins.

In this weeks episode we discuss our recent FA Cup 3rd Round exit to the Seagulls. We talk about the game itself but also why it was one of the poorest attended competitive games in recent memory. We break down some interesting news stories around the club. There’s a discussion about youth prospects Reyes Cleary and Callum Morton. Before previewing our upcoming game against the Super Ranger Mighty Morphin’ Hoops. Focus on the league now? Red is a mood? We don’t need vibes with our system? All these questions and more will be answered.

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Stark Goes Dark by The Whole Other

Emerald Seas by Aaron Kenny

Sloppy Clay by Godmode

A Great Darkness Approaches, Can You Feel It? By ELPHNT

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Jan 12, 202242:46
Living Through The Grim Realities Of Val Ball

Living Through The Grim Realities Of Val Ball

Welcome To The Hawthorns Debate Club. A West Brom Podcast with Jamie Clay, Joe Clay and Alex Collins.

In the first episode of 2022 we sound the meltdown sirens once again as we pick apart an awful performance against Cardiff. We briefly flirt with the Derby game. Before we get all star spangled excited about our new signing Daryl Dike. Lastly we preview our upcoming FA Cup game against The Seagulls. How much rope does Val have? The Eagle to the rescue? Is there still magic in the cup? All these questions and more will be answered.

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Music Credits

State Drive by VYEN

Lost In The Forest by Doug Maxwell

City Blocks by TrackTribe

Wander by Emmit Fenn

Echos of time v2 by Kevin Macleod

Landing by Godmode

Lazy Boy Blues by Unicorn Heads

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Jan 05, 202255:55
Christmas At The Debate Club
Dec 22, 202152:52
The Gift of Giving

The Gift of Giving

Welcome To The Hawthorns Debate Club. A West Brom Podcast with Jamie Clay, Joe Clay and Alex Collins.

Tune in this week as we announce the winner of our CB11 Giveaway! 

Also in this week’s Christmas themed episode we unwrap the Reading game to reveal the joys within. We empty our stockings of news and stories. We imagine what a work’s Christmas party might look like amongst the playing staff. Before previewing our upcoming games against The Scarlett Hounds. Carrol Vs Bartley? Val the Grinch? All aboard the promotion express? All these questions and more will be answered.

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Music Credits

Home for the Holidays by Chris Haugen

State Drive by VYEN

Lost In The Forest by Doug Maxwell

City Blocks by TrackTribe

Landing by Godmode

Jazz Piano Bar by Doug Maxwell

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Epic Intro Trailer by Jedo

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Dec 15, 202151:59