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WTF Sunderland Podcast

Hosted by WTF Sunderland

A fan-led podcast for Sunderland AFC supporters, mixing match previews and reviews with creative, speculative "what-if" seasons.

The brief

This is a roundtable fan podcast that captures the emotional rollercoaster of supporting Sunderland AFC. Beyond standard match analysis, the show distinguishes itself with creative, speculative arcs, such as creating fictional reviews of future seasons where the club achieves European qualification. It's a mix of grounded fan reaction, historical interviews, and imaginative commentary.

The show's use of fictional, speculative season reviews (e.g., "Sunderland qualify for the Europa League") is highly unique, blending fan hope with creative storytelling. Their live shows also incorporate pantomime-style audience participation, creating a strong community feel.
— What makes it distinctive
§1 · The host

Who hosts this show

Started in March 2020, the WTF Sunderland Podcast is an independent, fan-produced show dedicated to Sunderland AFC. It features a rotating cast of hosts who provide weekly match previews, post-game reviews, and reaction shows. The podcast also conducts interviews with former players and local journalists, and has hosted live events for its community.

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Credentials & credits

  • Host, Interviewer, Producer, Editor, WTF Sunderland Podcast
  • Sports Writer, The Scotsman
§2 · Classification

What kind of podcast

Niches
Region
uk
§3 · Cadence & catalog

When new episodes drop

§3b · Editor's picks

Notable episodes

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  1. 01
    WTF Sunderland Podcast LIVE w/ Carlos Edwards @ Fire Station

    The podcast's first live show, featuring former player Carlos Edwards and local journalists, demonstrating the show's community engagement and live format.

  2. 02
    Sunderland AFC 25/26 Season Review - WTF Podcast

    A prime example of the show's unique fictional format, where the hosts review a hypothetical future season in which Sunderland qualifies for the Europa League.

  3. 03
    Sunderland AFC Premier League Fixtures 26/27 Reaction | WTF Podcast

    Showcases the multi-host, international live reaction format, centered around the real-time release of the season's fixtures.

§4 · Signature

What you'll be asked on this show

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How WTF Sunderland interviews

The show is not a traditional one-on-one interview podcast; its primary format is a multi-host roundtable discussion. When guests like former players or journalists join, the conversation is integrated into this group dynamic rather than a structured Q&A. Questions are conversational and aim to elicit personal reflections and summaries of on-field events, rather than deep, probing inquiries.

The show primarily uses a conversational, multi-host roundtable format, with a rotating cast that includes Graeme, Dave, Pete, Ian, Kyle, Alex, and Sophie. Episodes are often structured around a specific event, like a live fixture release or a post-match debrief. The tone is informal and emotional, with hosts often sharing personal feelings and anecdotes connected to the club's performance.

Questions WTF Sunderland keeps coming back to

7 catalogued

If you're going on this show as a guest, expect some version of each of these. Each note explains when WTF Sunderland reaches for it.

personal

4
  1. Q.01

    How are you feeling after that?

    A common opening to gauge the immediate emotional reaction of co-hosts after a big match.

  2. Q.02

    How do you sum up the feelings you've had this season?

    Used to get a broad emotional overview of a season from guests or co-hosts.

  3. Q.03

    What have been your standout performances/moments this season?

    Prompts a discussion of specific player or team highlights during review episodes.

  4. Q.04

    What's your favorite goal of the season?

    A frequent question during season reviews to spark debate and relive key moments.

future

3
  1. Q.01

    What game are you looking forward to most?

    Asked during fixture release shows to get initial reactions to the schedule.

  2. Q.02

    What are your hopes for next season?

    A closing question to get predictions and expectations for the upcoming season.

  3. Q.03

    Who do you think we'll get for the first fixture?

    Used to build anticipation before a live fixture list release.

Signature segments

  • · Fictional/speculative season reviews
  • · Joking about beating rivals Newcastle "twice"
  • · Leading audience chants at live shows
  • · Recording immediate reactions outside the stadium
  • · Live fixture release reaction shows

Topics covered repeatedly

Sunderland AFCPremier LeagueMatch PreviewsMatch ReviewsFan CultureFootball rivalriesPlayer performanceLive fan eventsFictional season speculationEuropa League
§5 · Guests

Who gets booked here

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Typical guest

Guests are typically figures with a direct connection to Sunderland AFC, including former players like Carlos Edwards and local sports journalists from the Sunderland Echo like Phil Smith and James Copley. They also occasionally feature hosts from opponent-focused fan podcasts for preview episodes.

Recent guests
  • Carlos Edwards
    on WTF Sunderland Podcast LIVE w/ Carlos Edwards @ Fire Station
  • James Copley
    on WTF Sunderland Podcast LIVE w/ Carlos Edwards @ Fire Station
  • Phil Smith
    on WTF Sunderland Podcast LIVE w/ Carlos Edwards @ Fire Station
  • Mike (At The Bridge podcast)
    on Sunderland vs Chelsea | Premier League Preview - WTF Podcast
§6 · Channels & links

Where to find this show

§7 · Stats

Audience & reach

YouTube · first-party
Subscribers
2.6K
2,570
Avg views / video
1K
Trailing window
Total views
929K
928,729
Videos published
710
Sponsor readEstimated

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§8 · Contact

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§9b · FAQ

People also ask

AI-extracted researched answers · help us verify
What is the WTF Sunderland Podcast about?
It's an independent fan podcast focused on Sunderland AFC, featuring match previews, reviews, interviews, and special episodes.
Who are the hosts?
The show has a rotating group of regular hosts and contributors, including Graham Falk, Dave, Pete, Ian, Kyle, and Alex.
Is the podcast still running?
Yes, the podcast has been releasing multiple episodes per week since March 2020.
What is the format?
It's mainly a roundtable discussion between several hosts, but also includes guest interviews, live audience shows, and on-location recordings.
What makes it different from other fan podcasts?
Its creative use of fictional season reviews, where they imagine and discuss future successes like qualifying for European competitions, is a unique feature.
Where can I listen to the podcast?
The podcast is available on YouTube, Apple Podcasts, Podbean, and other major podcast platforms.
Last updatedJun 29, 2026Not yet host-verified
Research depthDeep dossierHigh confidence · Jun 29, 2026 · gemini-2.5-pro

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§9c · Methodology

Sources & how this page was built

This page is AI-assisted, grounded in the public sources cited below, and host-verifiable. We publish facts only; we do not republish transcripts. If anything here is wrong, the host can claim and correct the page above.Model: gemini-2.5-pro · high confidence

  1. [01]WTF Sunderland Podcast on Apple Podcastspodcasts.apple.com
  2. [02]WTF Sunderland Podcast on YouTubeyoutube.com
  3. [03]WTF Sunderland Podcast on Podbeanwtfsunderland.podbean.com
  4. [04]Graham Falk's Profile | Muck Rackmuckrack.com
  5. [05]James Copley's Profile | Sunderland Echo Journalist | Muck Rackmuckrack.com
  6. [06]Phil Smith's Profile | Sunderland Echo Journalist | Muck Rackmuckrack.com
  7. [07]The Roar Podcast - Sunderland Echosunderlandecho.com
  8. [08]Carlos Edwards - Wikipediaen.wikipedia.org
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