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Evening All, The latest Podcast - Episode 47 is out now. I'll cut the glamourous sales pitch out - but, rest assured, it does features (more) discussion about questionable tactics and defending by Saints! If you want to listen then great. Its only 33 minutes - although Adam isn't on this week (he was 'lucky' enough to miss the game on Sunday!). If you don't, we understand. Its painful enough watching it all without us then reminding you. Links here for the thick-skinned: acast: https://bit.ly/2qCeo8a iTunes: https://apple.co/2FiJ0zk SoundCloud: https://bit.ly/2RBUx2o Up The Saints! B

Episode 46 of Total Saints Podcast is available for you to listen to now (if you'd like too). With so many similarities cropping up every week (i.e. defending poorly and not winning football matches!), we break up the monotony this week by talking about Saints in the USA. Joe Prince-Wright (NBC Sports & big Saints fan) joins Adam, Ben and Steve to talk about Wolves, Everton, Chelsea and of course 'brand America' - in particular whether Gao's Chinese takeover has thrown a potential spanner in Ralph Krueger's US dream.... Paul Cox, a Hampshire lad who is now based in Nebraska, talks about his involvement with the Club's North American Partnership - offering coaching and education to a select group of teams/youngsters across the States. You can listen to the Podcast via any of these channels: iTunes: https://bit.ly/2NfjTQm acast: https://bit.ly/2P3mtun SoundCloud: https://bit.ly/2NfjTQm No doubting it'll be nice to have a win to talk again soon - maybe even a draw! Sigh....

The International break is over, and Total Saints Podcast is back, with Episode 45 out now. Sadly, almost as predictably as Saints self-destruction at Anfield, we're back to talking about failing to hold a lead and throwing away points! The modern 'Southampton Way'. Like the film Groundhog Day, as Steve reminds us in the Pod! (One for the older film fans there) Anyway, should you decide your want to, then you can listen to the Podcast here: SoundCloud: https://bit.ly/2Ib8ZKy acast: https://bit.ly/2IcLPDy iTunes: https://apple.co/2OuQJys We chat Brighton, L*verpool, Wolves, pre-match light shows, Hojbjerg thunderbolts and zonal flipping marking! Anyway, onwards to Molineux - where Steve also thinks it'll be some game...!

Thanks Hmmm, maybe the season finale? It’ll depend on whether we can find a Tub big enough, as I think we’re all quite precious about our personal space!

A win - an actual Premier League win! Yes, Episode 44 of Total Saints Podcast was out last evening, with Adam, Ben and Steve having a rare 3 points too, if we're absolutely honest, complete wallow about! (Note: Steve, as expected, refuses to get more carried away than he needs too! ) In the Podcast we talk about all the ins and outs from the match at Crystal Palace, and also reflect on Alex McCarthy's call-up to the England squad. Ben also can't let Quincy Promes' move to Sevilla pass without asking Adam whether Saints really were keen on him and/or whether it was just a smokescreen for a frankly dreadful January transfer window! Lastly, the Episode includes a TSP Fantasy Premier League update - which hopefully a few of you are partaking in. You can find the Podcast via your favourite Pod provider, including: acast: https://bit.ly/2LYM7ho iTunes: https://apple.co/2OuQJys SoundCloud: https://bit.ly/2wHHWBO Can Saints now push on from here, or do the guys think the International Break has come at just the wrong time? You'll have to listen (if you wish too) to find out! Thanks Ben

This week's Podcast - Episode 43 - is now available to listen to (should you wish) Like many from last season, we talk about Saints throwing away points, via a last minute goal, in a game they largely controlled (at least for the first 55 minutes anyway!). Sigh. Adam Leitch, Steve Grant and Ben Stanfield talk about the disappointing 2-1 defeat to Leicester, and preview both the Brighton and Crystal Palace fixtures this coming week. On a lighter note, thankfully, Ben also catches up with former Saints' Senior Strength & Conditioning Coach, Nick Harvey, to reminisce about more enjoyable times. The days of Nigel Adkins, Rickie Lambert, Wembley visits, promotions and the advancement of fitness technology/methods for elite sportsman/sportswoman. Nick also answers an interesting question, on sporting endurance/cramps, from one of our listeners. You can listen to the Podcast via any of these sites: acast: https://bit.ly/2obMonT iTunes: https://apple.co/2OuQJys SoundCloud: https://bit.ly/2BQZkJt PlayerFM: https://bit.ly/2whxnFp We’re also available on Google Podcasts, via the Google Play Store! Another important week ahead of Saints now. Really hoping the next Podcast will give us something different to 'sing about'.... Thanks, as always, to those of you on SWF who take the time to listen. Cheers B

Thanks doggface. Glad you enjoy the Pod! Hopefully the music is the least important part anyway

Thanks SuperSAINT. Thought Adam's views were very honest/respectful. Hope (in light of hospital comment) all is OK. B

Its another content-packed edition of TSP this week - Episode 42. Few things in life are guaranteed - but Saints failing to pick up 3 points at Goodison Park feels like one of them! And so it proved again in this past weekend, as Everton came out 2-1 winners. Steve, Adam and Ben discuss the performance against The Toffees, and also look ahead to the next encounter for Saints, at home to Claude Puel's Leicester City. In between, the guys reflect on the St. Mary's Fans Forum last week - including the performance of both Ralph Krueger (Chairman) and Les Reed (Vice-Chairman of Football). What exactly did they make of Thursday's face-to-face with the fans? Well, you'll have to listen to find out..... acast: https://bit.ly/2OOww6c iTunes: https://apple.co/2OuQJys SoundCloud: https://bit.ly/2N1mZYM Thanks, as always, to those who enjoy listening to our Podcast. Your feedback/comments are always welcome - as we continue to try and make the Pod as entertaining for you as possible. Twitter: @totalsaintspod Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/totalsaintspod E-Mail: totalsaintspodcast@yahoo.com

Its another action packed Podcast this week, in Episode 41 of Total Saints Podcast Steve, Adam and myself chat about pyrotechnics, a fairly drab 0-0 draw for Saints in their Premier League opener against Burnley, the end of the transfer window (keeping Adam on his toes, as Danny Ings signed very late in the day!) and also preview the tough looking away trip to Marco Silva's Everton next weekend. The Podcast is free to listen to, via any of the following sites: acast: https://www.acast.com/totalsaintspod iTunes: https://apple.co/2xfUrWq SoundCloud: https://bit.ly/2MfuxLm Thanks Ben Twitter: @totalsaintspod Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/totalsaintspod E-Mail: totalsaintspodcast@yahoo.com

Evening All, The Total Saints Podcast team - Ben, Adam and Steve - resume Saints-related discussion in Episode 40 (for those who wish to listen to it) With pre-season now completed, after a win against Celta de Vigo and a disappointing 3-0 loss to Borussia Mönchengladbach, its full steam ahead towards Burnley next weekend, and the opening day Premier League fixture. We reflect on Saints' overall preseason campaign, calling out some of the individuals who've impressed, as well as preview the St. Mary's visit of the Clarets. Sandwiched in the middle, listeners answer our "if you had one wish for Saints this season, what would it be?" question. There's a range of hopes on that, including the panel's themselves. But will any come true? Who knows! You can find Episode 40 of the Podcast here: iTunes: https://apple.co/2OuQJys acast: https://bit.ly/2qCeo8a SoundCloud: https://bit.ly/2Of4xMs Total Saints Podcast is a dedicated weekly podcast, going to the heart of all things Saints. Thanks B Twitter: @totalsaintspod Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/totalsaintspod E-Mail: totalsaintspodcast@yahoo.com

We asked (directly) last year and were meet by a wall of silence. Not sure anyone has seen him since....

We'll see how the But hopefully that'll mean its a little snappier/convenient for anyone wishing to listen. Adam B has always shown an openness to coming on the Podcast, but we've never quite managed to firm up a time/date with him (mainly due to his hectic schedule with Solent). There aren't any immediate plans to hassle him for an appearance, but if the opportunity naturally presents itself, then we'd definitely look to make it happen, yes.

I can only speak for myself/our Podcast, but its definitely not about believing my/our opinion is 'important' for everyone to hear at all. Its simply about being a beloved Saints fan of 30+ years, who enjoys talking about/promoting our Club/City (with a couple of good mates!) for people around the World to listen to if they wish. It takes a lot of time to record/edit/produce/upload, and I think many do enjoy it. But ultimately listening to any Podcast(s) isn't compulsory B

Thanks SuperSAINT! Hope you're well.

Total Saints Podcast - sponsored by http://www.happyhottubs.co.uk - dusts itself off and returns for a brand new season, with the first Episode (39) of the 2018-19 campaign. Ben Stanfield​ (host) is joined by long-term sidekick Adam Leitch​ (Chief Sports Writer, Daily Echo​) and new panel member Steve Grant​ (Owner of SaintsWeb​), to look at all things Saints! You can listen to the Podcast (new or previous Episodes) here: SoundCloud: https://bit.ly/2M37YoW acast: https://bit.ly/2NYX5oP iTunes: https://apple.co/2OuQJys The season hasn't officially kicked off yet, so instead discussion in Ep. 39 covers the pre-season trips to China and France, transfer window dealings so far (ins/outs) and also what Saints may (or may not!) do before it shuts on the 9th August. After riding every inch of the Premier League​ survival rollercoaster last season, hopes are that this year will be a little more uneventful! But this is Saints, and we all know they rarely do uneventful.... Thanks and look forward to hopefully keeping you all entertained again this season! Cheers Ben Twitter: @totalsaintspod Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/totalsaintspod E-Mail: totalsaintspodcast@yahoo.com

Unless mistaken, the 'kit' was for sale on the Under Armour site previously. Surely they'd not be able to do that (sell 'false goods') if it wasn't real - especially when it was tagged as "Southampton 2018-19 Home Kit" etc. So I think its clear the 'kit' is the kit, but this is just trying to get some hits their side, and hold some form of suspense (if there is indeed any really left....)

Yes, as SuperSAINT has pointed out, our final Podcast of the season - Total Saints Podcast Episode 38 is out. "They think its all over......it is now!" This week Ben and Adam (Leitch) and joined by SaintsWeb's Steve Grant and also the Press Association's own Saints fan, Simon Peach. The Podcast covers: > Premier League survival and 2017/18 reflections. > Mark Hughes - when not if he is appointed. > Les Reed/Recruitment/What next? > 2018/19 season ticket price freeze. Fair or cheeky? > Ralph Krueger's "big interview" - including Adam and Simon's views on just what its like to interview Ralph! > Gao - when will we hear from him? Is it important we hear from him? Does he have a strategy? You can listen to it via: acast: https://bit.ly/2kf3NKz iTunes: https://bit.ly/2rVN3fC SoundCloud: https://bit.ly/2KLbnaH Finally, thanks to all of you from SWF who have listened to the Podcast, and enjoyed it. It is much appreciated - as has been your feedback. Also thanks to Steve and the SWF team for allowing us to pop the links on to the forum throughout the season. Enjoy the summer (a much earned chance for us all to relax!) and see you soon! Keep marching in, Ben

Obviously, instead of an emoji, that should say Episode "Thirty Eight"....

Both Simon Peach and Adam Leitch said on Total Saints Podcast last night (Episode 38) that Hughes is 99% done - his contract is just with lawyers to finalise, with the deal being announced any time soon. B

Thanks SuperSAINT - well spotted! Yes, Total Saints Podcast, Episode 36 came out last night, 24 hours after all the drama (on and off the pitch!) in Swansea. As ever we catch up with Adam Leitch, who was in the thick of all of it and discuss: > Premier League survival (almost!) > #hotelgate > #policeescortgate > #libertyarrivalgate > Mark Hughes > Manolo Gabbiadini > And other 'stuff' There are several ways to listen to the Podcast: SoundCloud: https://bit.ly/2wyisZY acast: https://bit.ly/2wv03NR iTunes: https://bit.ly/2wrUK0J Enjoy the weekend everyone. Surely a 10-goal swing is safe.......even for Saints! Cheers Ben

Its a quick turnaround for Saints' game at Swansea now - but TSP35 has proven even quicker! After an emotional rollercoaster of a weekend, Ben (Stanfield) and Adam (Leitch) discuss: 'Goodison Park' - a traumatic 96 minutes, with a sickening twist at the end. Featuring Nathan Redmond, Ryan Bertrand......and Jonathan Moss(!!!!) Massive Swansea away game - win or bust!? Daily Echo, Player of the Season Award - why, despite tradition, Adam and the team at the Daily Echo have decided to run this award in light of the poor season Saints have had. How far Adam has travelled (home and away) this season to watch Saints. A figure which leaves him questioning some life decisions... You can find the Podcast here: SoundCloud: https://bit.ly/2rrkh5r acast: https://bit.ly/2I5i0XV iTunes: https://apple.co/2xfUrWq Thanks Ben

Evening all, Its been a couple of weeks (apologies - FA Cup schedule was a nightmare in terms of trying to produce 'quality' Podcast content!) Anyway, TSP34 is available now. On this week's Episode we discuss: * A massive 3 points against Bournemouth. * Survival chances - based on the here and now. * Everton away - a wretched record there, but a chance no doubt! We're also joined by local Southampton Independents Councillor for Redbridge, Andrew Pope, and also John Bailey (SaintsFC Podcast) to discuss Safe Standing. Momentum is building for the Government to debate Safe Standing - with many feeling its 'when not if' Clubs in the top two Divisions are given the go-ahead to trial/install it if they wish. Saints, so far, have yet to publicly back (or reject) it - but Andrew is very much behind trying to drive it through, as he outlines on the Podcast. You can listen to the Podcast via any of these channels: > SoundCloud: https://bit.ly/2vWWnEl > acast: https://bit.ly/2I5i0XV > iTunes: https://apple.co/2xfUrWq Thanks as always for your listens/comments/feedback. Up the Saints! Ben

Think there's going to be a few interesting Total Saints Podcast's coming up in the next few weeks....