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The Red Debate

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The Red Debate - Suarez v Salah

The Red DebateOct 08, 2018

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The season so far
Oct 06, 202238:55
The 22/23 season preview
Aug 04, 202251:48
Bite-sized debate: The key talking points from the win at Leeds
Sep 13, 202121:27
Reviewing Liverpool’s summer transfer window
Sep 01, 202138:37
Bite-sized debate: The Chelsea post mortem and start to the season
Aug 31, 202108:09
Bite-sized debate: The Burnley win, Champions League draw, and Chelsea game
Aug 27, 202115:40
Bite-sized debate: Norwich away
Aug 16, 202110:49
Season preview: Pre-season performances, transfers and Norwich
Aug 11, 202133:35
Euro 2020 debate special
Jun 09, 202151:38
Two cup finals ending with One Night in Palace (at Anfield)
May 19, 202135:58
The European Super League, FSG and top 4 hopes
Apr 22, 202139:46
Post-City diagnosis

Post-City diagnosis

We’re back to discuss the Reds’ heavy home loss to City, with frustrations running high.

Feb 08, 202134:23
We're back! The Red Debate discuss current form, recruitment, and City

We're back! The Red Debate discuss current form, recruitment, and City

After a half-season break following the title win, Chris and Tom are back with The Red Debate at a time where a lot of questions are being asked of this Liverpool squad. We cover the current run of form, injuries and recruitment, and positives amongst the gloom, the upcoming City fixture, and whether the Reds can still win the league.

Feb 04, 202145:44
The Red Debate title winning special
Jul 02, 202028:27
The title winning Reds

The title winning Reds

The football’s finally back & the Reds are back to making it look easy. Tom & Chris discuss the Palace romp, departing players, potential incomings & the big one......number 19. Recorded just before Chelsea beat City and we won the title!
Jun 25, 202039:53
Post-Chelsea Blues

Post-Chelsea Blues

Tom & Chris chat post-Chelsea defeat. We debate performances, the result, upcoming fixtures and Chelsea.
Mar 03, 202024:00
Liverpool from afar, Gerrard at Rangers and the Celtic connection

Liverpool from afar, Gerrard at Rangers and the Celtic connection

The view of Liverpool from afar, Gerrard at Rangers, Rodgers, VVD and Scottish football, and a bit about Atletico. John Meighan joins Chris to chat about being a Celtic fan, just how good this Liverpool team is and Scottish football in general.
Feb 12, 202056:18
The Red Debate - Debate special

The Red Debate - Debate special

Right, we’re back.... sort of. We recorded this episode bloody ages ago. Some of you may notice the reference to the Everton game - yep, the mad 5-2 at Anfield when Big Div scored a brace. We recorded it just before that game. Anyway, we were joined by (sort of) neutral football fanatic, Adam Davey. Chris hosted this one & fired questions at us about the beautiful game. Let us know your answers!
Feb 05, 202027:03
The Reds leave it (very) late at Villa Park

The Reds leave it (very) late at Villa Park

The mentality monsters are at it again. Jurgen Klopp’s relentless Reds snatch victory from the jaws of defeat with late goals from Robertson & Mané. Three HUGE points for Liverpool, six points clear with City next...
Nov 02, 201922:03
10 games in, the big one yet to come

10 games in, the big one yet to come

Things are getting pretty exciting now. These Reds are bloody mustard. These Reds are ruthless. Three points against Spurs, a chance to see some of the squad against Arsenal, some big decisions to make for Villa and then the big one. The really big one. For this podcast we do a bit of Spurs, a tiny bit of Carabao Cup, a bit of Villa a bit of City & a lot of excitement.
Oct 29, 201928:52
Manchester United (a)

Manchester United (a)

A monumental fixture in the Premier League calendar, whatever the landscape. The current one looks healthier than ever from our perspective, but how do we see it playing out? Tom & Chris preview the game, looking back at some iconic moments from years gone by.
Oct 16, 201925:59
Post-Salzburg: A 7-goal thriller

Post-Salzburg: A 7-goal thriller

A 7-goal thriller with bones to pick out... Following a tense 4-3 win against Salzburg, Tom, Chris and Ollie discuss the key talking points in the game, moments of magic, moments of sloppiness, Joe Gomez and Adrian.
Oct 02, 201925:30
Gini Wijnaldum, the England boys & Raggy Klavan.

Gini Wijnaldum, the England boys & Raggy Klavan.

Tom & Chris talk around these 3 topics, going off in various football tangents. Can you tell we’re not that arsed about the international break?! Tune in to hear about Gini's rampant form, LFC internationals and cult heroes.
Sep 10, 201922:36
Jurgen's 12 from 12 Reds

Jurgen's 12 from 12 Reds

The Reds sit pretty at the top as we break for the internationals. Tom and Chris chat the league so far, Liverpool's tweaked approach, big Joel Matip, a congested September and other recent LFC events.
Sep 03, 201941:11
On the brink of 19/20

On the brink of 19/20

The Red Debate chat the 19/20 season, wrap up the summer transfer window and make their LFC predictions on the season ahead.
Aug 07, 201954:11
The Summer Transfers Special

The Summer Transfers Special

Tom & Chris discuss transfers. The Reds are yet to make major moves, with Liverpool-based journalists putting fires out left, right & centre whilst their European counterparts re-light them. What does this fantastic squad actually need? Who can the boys see happening? Who would they be happy with?

Jul 10, 201944:57
As if we're here again.... CL final preview

As if we're here again.... CL final preview

Jurgen’s called this the best team he’s led into a cup final, but is he going to lead them back home with number 6? We talk on various tangents about Madrid ‘19 and Liverpool’s second consecutive shot at the Champions League trophy.
May 30, 201927:27
Champions League QF draw - reaction show

Champions League QF draw - reaction show

The Reds are going back to Porto, last season’s last 16 opponents, for this year’s Quarter Finals
Mar 15, 201918:04
Premier League Liverpool managers - From Souness to Klopp

Premier League Liverpool managers - From Souness to Klopp

We have a chat about Liverpool's managers of the Premier League era. Starting with Souness and wrapping up with our thoughts on the mighty Jurgen Klopp, we cover Houiller, the return of King Kenny, Chris' unrelenting love for Brendan Rodgers, and Rafa. 

Feb 22, 201953:29
Bayern (h) preview

Bayern (h) preview

The Reds are back in Champions League action on Tuesday as they face the mighty Bayern Munich. We discuss the defence, Bayern’s possible approach and predictions

Feb 15, 201924:08
Post-West Ham thoughts

Post-West Ham thoughts

Tom & Chris talk West Ham, the upcoming Bournemouth game, current injuries and the threat of Man City. 
Feb 06, 201925:18
A trip down memory lane

A trip down memory lane

The Red Debate takes on our first ever video podcast with a trip down memory lane, from the highs to the lows, the funny moments, best memories and more. It's bloody good being a Liverpool fan isn't it? Check out our sponsors: beer52.com/thereddebate

Jan 23, 201933:19
Palace (h) preview podcast

Palace (h) preview podcast

The agenda is obviously the Palace game, but we slide off on the usual tangents and cover all sorts from injuries, squad depth, pressure and a certain hungover Anfield memory.
Jan 16, 201920:34
The Red Debate - Man City end the unbeaten run

The Red Debate - Man City end the unbeaten run

Liverpool lose for the first time & concede 2 for the first time in the league this season against a marvellous City side. With emotions still running high, we discuss a few key aspects of the game.
Jan 03, 201919:54
Liverpool 5, Arsenal 1

Liverpool 5, Arsenal 1

Liverpool finish 2018 top of the league (with a bit of breathing space) thanks to a comfortable 5-1 win against Arsenal. Fun this isn't it?
Dec 29, 201829:36
LOAN WATCH: Harry Wilson

LOAN WATCH: Harry Wilson

We talk Harry Wilson & hear from Derby County podcast, Steve Bloomer's Washing.
Dec 18, 201813:52
Liverpool 3, Manchester United 1

Liverpool 3, Manchester United 1

The mighty Reds have crushed Mourinho's miserable United and returned to the top of the league. Here's our take on how the game played out.
Dec 16, 201823:28
The Red Debate - No agenda, just football

The Red Debate - No agenda, just football

If you want to hear a couple of LFC fans chatting football, chaired by a passionate neutral, this one is for you. Listen out for Ryan Babel, young player of a youth tournament, Aquilani and more.
Dec 16, 201822:58
January transfer window special

January transfer window special

Silly season is nearly upon us! We're sitting pretty in the league & through to the last 16 in the Champions League, but will Jurgen use the market this January? We explore possible requirements & improvements. Will we get a defender in to tide us over? Will we add another attacker? Let us know youur thoughts!
Dec 14, 201823:47
The Red Debate - The season so far

The Red Debate - The season so far

Into the last 16 of the Champions League and top of the Premier League, The Red Debate discuss the season so far.
Dec 13, 201831:06
JURGEN'S WORDS: Pre-match press conference - Burnley (a)

JURGEN'S WORDS: Pre-match press conference - Burnley (a)

Listen to Jurgen Klopp's press conference ahead of Liverpool's trip to Turf Moor on Wednesday night (5/12/18)
Dec 04, 201814:50
Jurgen’s Words: Red Star Belgrade

Jurgen’s Words: Red Star Belgrade

Jurgen’s Words: The first in our series of press conference podcasts. Here we hear from Jurgen Klopp after the abject 2-0 defeat away at Red Star Belgrade.
Nov 07, 201807:28
Naby Keita - a successful start or underwhelming so far?

Naby Keita - a successful start or underwhelming so far?

The Red Debate boys go head to head on Naby Keita. A successful start or underwhelming so far? Plus, how are the Reds going to get on in the Champions League against Red Star? Follow us on Twitter @thereddebate.
Oct 24, 201833:33
LOAN WATCH: Rangers special with @RangersRetroPod - Gerrard, Kent, Ejaria

LOAN WATCH: Rangers special with @RangersRetroPod - Gerrard, Kent, Ejaria

For this episode we touch base with James from the excellent @RangersRetroPod. James talks Rangers, Steven Gerrard, Ryan Kent & Ovie Ejaria. If you haven't checked out the Rangers Retro Podcast then we'd encourage you to do so. Enjoy
Oct 20, 201820:56
The Red Debate - Suarez v Salah

The Red Debate - Suarez v Salah

We go nostalgic, optimistic & hopefully realistic as we discuss the merits of two truly top class players.
Oct 08, 201838:09
The Red Debate - Sturridge saves the day

The Red Debate - Sturridge saves the day

The mighty Reds salvaged a point at Chelsea after a Danny Sturridge screamer. The Red Debate's Tom Verghese and Chelsea fan Oli Major discuss the key points from the game.
Oct 03, 201829:08
The Red Debate - Hazard magic ends Carabao hopes

The Red Debate - Hazard magic ends Carabao hopes

The Reds are out of the Carabao Cup thanks to a moment of magic from Eden Hazard, but how did the new signings and squad players get on?
Sep 26, 201841:15
The Red Debate - Chelsea and the Carabao Cup preview

The Red Debate - Chelsea and the Carabao Cup preview

We're en route to Anfield to watch the Reds take on Chelsea in the Carabao Cup. The Red Debate boys discuss the lineups, importance of the cup and what it might means for our season. Plus a special mention for Harry Wilson.
Sep 26, 201831:53
The Red Debate - Success or Not: Albert Riera

The Red Debate - Success or Not: Albert Riera

Bert Riera, a man with an interesting and highly amusing back story, a wand of a left foot, and a Premier League runner up... But was he an Anfield success or not? The Red Debate boys discuss, share some funny stories, and pick their favourite Riera moment.
Sep 12, 201824:06
The Red Debate - Leicester, Hendo and marginal gains

The Red Debate - Leicester, Hendo and marginal gains

We headed back to the mailbag for our three main discussion topics following our 2-1 win at The King Power stadium. We pick the bones out of our performance, talk Henderson & his new contract and then ‘throw in’ a bit of discussion about our newest member of staff. www.thereddebate.com
Sep 04, 201845:12