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The Loathed Strangers (Est. 2017) is an independent fans podcast dedicated to the trials and tribulations of Swindon Town Football Club - access all episodes here.

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Season 2024-2025

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#761
Hanger Games

Accrington Stanley 2-2 Swindon Town - It's a late night record and Max is on the pod to discuss the draw up in Lancashire but Rich is a little tired, a little frustrated and a little hangry and this proves major factor behind the mood is this episode. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Sunday November 17th, 2024

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#760
The Presser 24/25: Accrington Stanley (A)

Rather than invoking the retro milk ads, STFC and Ian Holloway are asking themselves 'who are we' in Ian Holloway's presser ahead of the trip to Accrington. JR and Joe Acklam reflect on that and other Swindon news, Callum from Accrington's 'Raw Milk' pod dials in with the away perspective. Edition #2 of the Loathed Strangers fanzine is OUT NOW! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Thursday November 14th, 2024

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#759
The Zeroth Minute

MK Dons 3-1 Swindon Town - The world famous new manager bounce didn't extend beyond the cup games as Scott Lindsey educates Ian Holloway in what can be achieved within EFL League 2 and Max is on to discuss.Edition #2 of the Loathed Strangers fanzine is OUT NOW! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Sunday November 10th, 2024

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#758
The Presser 24/25: Milton Keynes Dons (A)

Ian Holloway looks to imprint his philosophies ahead of Saturday's trip to Milton Keynes Dons, and Joe Acklam looks forward to enjoying the exceptional media facilities and legroom. JR hopes for three points. COYR!LSPOD Fanzine issue #2 now available online! https://ko-fi.com/s/6f7516a4b0 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Thursday November 7th, 2024

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#757
Progression 2

Swindon Town 2-1 Tottenham Hotspur U21 - Nice little run out, into the next round, 100% record under Holloway and now onto the league! Dan is on the pod to discuss. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Tuesday November 5th, 2024

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#756
The Presser 24/25: Tottenham Hotspur U21s (H) - EFL Trophy

Ian Holloway looks to roll the dice and give opportunities in the last group game of the EFL trophy against the Spurs Academy - just a draw will see Town through to the knockout stages. JR is joined by Joe Acklam of the Swindon Advertiser to look ahead. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Monday November 4th, 2024

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#755
Progression

Swindon Town 2-1 Colchester United (AET) - Dan is on the pod to discuss Ian Holloway's first game in charge and first victory as Town progress in the FA Cup. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Sunday November 3rd, 2024

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#754
The Presser 24/25: Colchester United (H) - FA Cup R1

It's Ian Holloway's first pre-match press conference as Swindon Manager as he prepares to take to the dugout for the first time against Colchester United at home in the FA Cup First Round, JR and Joe Acklam reflect on an extended discussion and preview the opposition with Colchester fan Si dialing in. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Thursday October 31st, 2024

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#753
This is Swindon

Swindon Town 1-1 Gillingham - 10-men Swindon work hard and earn a point against old pals Gillingham at the CG. Conor is on the pod to discuss. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Saturday October 26th, 2024

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#751
Town Appoint Holloway

Conor returns to discuss the appointment of Ian Holloway Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Friday October 25th, 2024

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#750
Kennedy Leaves Town

Reaction pod with Conor on to discuss the exit of Mark Kennedy. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Friday October 25th, 2024

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#752
The Presser 24/25: Gillingham (H)

A day delayed - Mark Kennedy is dismissed and the Ian Holloway era looms, but before that - Joe Acklam returns from holiday to hear from DoF Jamie Russell about how the transition will be managed for the Gillingham game and onward. Onward! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Friday October 25th, 2024

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#749
STFC Navy SEALS

Salford City 2-1 Swindon Town - Same old story but Adam is on the pod to discuss. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Tuesday October 22nd, 2024

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#748
The Presser 24/25: Salford City (A)

Joe Acklam is still on holiday, so JR is again joined by BBC Radio Wiltshire's Andrew Hawes to discuss the latest news around the County Ground, including Mark Kennedy's press conference ahead of the trip to former documentary darlings Salford. Thanks to Danny from One Up Front - their fanzine 'Old Dead Tree' featuring a Joe Acklam piece available from the ground, £3 cash only! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Monday October 21st, 2024

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#747
Hands Down

Swindon Town 1-2 Doncaster Rovers - Pah! JR is on the pod to discuss. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Sunday October 20th, 2024

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#746
The Presser 24/25: Doncaster Rovers (H)

Joe Acklam is on holiday, so JR is joined by BBC Radio Wiltshire's Andrew Hawes to discuss the latest news around the County Ground, including Mark Kennedy's press conference ahead of the weekend visit from Doncaster Rovers - featuring a voicenote from Danny of the Ramblin' Rovers pod and a correction from Rich. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Thursday October 17th, 2024

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#745
World's Smallest Vioflynn

Cheltenham Town 2-3 Swindon Town - Is this a corner turning or another regional victory over terrible opposition? Stay tuned! Dan is on the pod to discuss. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Sunday October 13th, 2024

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#744
The Presser 24/25: Cheltenham Town (A)

JR and Joe Acklam of the Adver do some soul searching reflecting on Mark Kennedy's presser ahead of the weekend's trip to Cheltenham, Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Thursday October 10th, 2024

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#743
Swindon Fringe Festival

Swindon Town 4-0 Bristol Rovers - Bosh! Swindon Town sweep Bristol Rovers aside in the BSM Trophy - Lovely stuff. What does it all mean? Does it mean anything at all? We'll soon find out! Terry is on the pod to discuss. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Tuesday October 8th, 2024

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#742
The Presser 24/25: Bristol Rovers (H) - EFL Trophy

JR and Joe Acklam of the Adver look ahead to a derby day in the EFL Trophy, hosting Bristol Rovers, with Mark Kennedy's presser. Can you hear the Tote Town End boys sing? No, there's only the Arkells. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Monday October 7th, 2024

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#741
Missing the Point

Swindon Town 0-0 Harrogate Town - JR is on the pod to discuss a really quite dull and dismal display in sunny SN1. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Saturday October 5th, 2024

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#740
The Presser 24/25: Harrogate Town (H)

JR and Joe Acklam of the Adver cover Mark Kennedy's press conference ahead of this weekend's home tie against Harrogate, plus audio with goalkeeper Dan Barden. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Thursday October 3rd, 2024

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#739
Joyeux Joel

Tranmere Rovers 1-1 Swindon Town - We'll take it! Dan is on the pod to discuss (plus cameo from Max) Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Tuesday October 1st, 2024

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#738
The Presser 24/25: Tranmere Rovers (A)

JR and Joe Acklam of the Adver look at the week's STFC news and chat, featuring Mark Kennedy's press conference and a catch up with Tunmise Sobowale ahead of a long coach drip and a daytime sleepover in Tranmere. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Monday September 30th, 2024

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#737
Vale Park Pipe Dreams

Port Vale 2-1 Swindon. Max and Dan are on the pod to discuss their day out in Burslem. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Saturday September 28th, 2024

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#736
The Presser 24/25: Port Vale (A)

JR and Joe Acklam of the Adver round up the week's STFC news, including Mark Kennedy's press conference and a chat with Gavin Kilkenny ahead of a trip to Port Vale this weekend Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Thursday September 26th, 2024

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#735
Talk On Corners

Swindon Town 0-2 Carlisle United. After a big win the week before, Swindon fail to build momentum and fall prey to the dreaded 'new manager bounce' with some sloppy set play. Rich enjoys a well earned holiday, so JR and Dave discuss. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Sunday September 22nd, 2024

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#734
The Presser 24/25: Carlisle United (H)

After a big win last weekend, JR and Joe Acklam of the Adver discuss Mark Kennedy's press conference ahead of a visit from Carlisle United to SN1 - plus a chat with former Carlisle man Danny Butterworth and a drop in from Lee of 'The Brunton Bugle' podcast. ' Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Thursday September 19th, 2024

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#733
Emotional Attachments

Swindon Town 4-0 Newport County - Now we're talkin' - The visitors are swept aside by a brilliant Town but is this the start of some much needed good times or not? We'll soon find out. Terry is on the pod to discuss. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Sunday September 15th, 2024

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#732
The Presser 24/25: Newport County (H)

JR and Joe Acklam of the Adver discuss the week's news leading into Mark Kennedy's press conference with Mark Kennedy ahead of the weekend game at home to Newport County. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Thursday September 12th, 2024

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#731
CSI: Barrow-in-Furness

Barrow 1-1 Swindon Town - A chaotic Saturday in Cumbria as Town steal a point at the death having performed in a manner that would test the most positive of supporter. Ben Wills returns to discuss. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Saturday September 7th, 2024

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#730
The Presser PLUS+ 24/25: Barrow (A)

A bumper edition after a busy week - JR and Joe Acklam of the Adver discuss the latest press conference with Mark Kennedy ahead of the long trip to Barrow, plus an exclusive interview from the Clem Morfuni press junket and the low down on the Fan's Forum. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Thursday September 5th, 2024

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#729
Mid-Season Friendly

Exeter City 2-1 Swindon Town - Standard cup defeat which will be long forgotten in no time but, boy-oh-boy, a win would be nice, wouldn't it? Dan is on the pod to discuss. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Tuesday September 3rd, 2024

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#728
The Presser 24/25: Exeter City (A) - EFL Trophy

JR and Joe Acklam of the Adver discuss the latest press conference with Mark Kennedy ahead of the first EFL Trophy group game away to Exeter.... Let's gooooooooooo! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Monday September 2nd, 2024

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#727
Sports Day

Honor is on the pod to discuss the weekend positives and negatives as Town lose at home for the second game in a row. There's also a note from Dutch football expert Michael Statham of Football Oranje on the signing of George Cox. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Sunday September 1st, 2024

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#726
Bonus Episode: Transfer Deadline Day

Two tired boys (JR and Joe Acklam) talk about transfers that were covered in the presser with Mark Kennedy on 29/08 but were embargoed until they were officially announced. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Friday August 30th, 2024

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#725
The Presser 24/25: Notts County (H)

JR and Adver Joe discuss the latest press conference with Mark Kennedy as transfer deadline day looms and also some Will Wright chat ahead of Notts County coming to the NECG. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Thursday August 29th, 2024

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#724
Three Games

Crewe Alexandra 0-0 Swindon Town - Dull game but a clean sheet and a point... I guess? Max is on the pod to discuss. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Sunday August 25th, 2024

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#723
The Presser 24/25: Crewe Alexandra (A)

JR and Adver Joe discuss the latest press conference with Mark Kennedy as Town look for a positive result at Crewe. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Thursday August 22nd, 2024

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#722
Try Harder

Andrew Hawes is on the pod to discuss a less than stellar first home performance of the season.Issue 1 of Loathed Strangers Fanzine plus exclusive sticker sets available at ➼ https://ko-fi.com/theloathedstrangers/shop Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Sunday August 18th, 2024

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#721
The Presser 24/25: Walsall (H)

Joe Acklam of the Advertiser is on the pod to discuss the press conference with Mark Kennedy ahead of the first home game of the season.Issue 1 of Loathed Strangers Fanzine plus exclusive sticker sets available at ➼ https://ko-fi.com/theloathedstrangers/shop Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Thursday August 15th, 2024

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#720
I'm Alright Jack

Crawley Town 4-2 Swindon Town - Conor and Max are on to discuss Town's latest early exit from the EFL Cup.Issue 1 of Loathed Strangers Fanzine plus exclusive sticker sets available at ➼ https://ko-fi.com/theloathedstrangers/shop Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Tuesday August 13th, 2024

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#719
The Presser 24/25: Crawley Town (A) - EFL Cup

JR and Joe Acklam of the Advertiser discuss the presser with Mark Kennedy ahead of the away trip to Scott Lindsey's Crawley in the EFL Cup, and a player interview with Jeff KingIssue 1 of Loathed Strangers Fanzine plus exclusive sticker sets available at ➼ https://ko-fi.com/theloathedstrangers/shop Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Monday August 12th, 2024

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#718
Wright Thurr

Conor and Dan are on to discuss an opening day draw at Chesterfield. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Friday August 9th, 2024

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#717
The Presser 24/25: Chesterfield (A)

JR and Joe Acklam of the Advertiser discuss the opening season presser with Mark Kennedy ahead of the opening game away to EFL returnees Chesterfield, plus a player interview with Miguel Freckleton.

Wednesday August 7th, 2024

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#716
Introducing: The Loathed Strangers Fanzine

We proudly announce the launch of the new Loathed Strangers fanzine! For any queries then please reach out on either X or email loathedstrangers@gmail.com... Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Sunday August 4th, 2024

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#715
24/25 Season Preview

Dan and Terry reflect on the summer and the months ahead... Is it a season preview? Yeah, in places (I think) - WARNING: Contains mild peril..... Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Thursday August 1st, 2024

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#714
24/25: Pre-Season Chat #11

Max is on the pod to discuss Eastleigh, the squad and other bits... Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Sunday July 28th, 2024

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#713
Moonraking with Morshead

Sam Morshead is on to talk about The Moonraker plus Karachi and other bits. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Thursday July 25th, 2024

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#712
24/25: Pre-Season Chat #10

Terry is on the pod to discuss trialists, John Bostock, Saidou Khan and the rest... Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Monday July 22nd, 2024

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#711
24/25: A Pre-Season Mailbag

The Venerable Abbott Dave is on the pod to help answer listener questions... Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Thursday July 18th, 2024

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#710
24/25: Pre-Season Chat #9

Conor discusses international heartbreak for himself, Tom Heaton and Nestor Lorenzo. Plus Swansea City (a), trialists and Ricky Aguiar's exit. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Monday July 15th, 2024

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#709
24/25: Pre-Season Chat #8

Terry is on the pod to discuss the last week in Swindontownland. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Thursday July 11th, 2024

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#708
24/25: Swindon Supermarine 1-4 Swindon Town

Dan is on the pod to discuss opening game of pre-season at Supermarine plus other bits and pieces... Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Sunday July 7th, 2024

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#707
The Pre-Season Presser 24/25: Supermarine (A) & Hungerford (A)

JR and Joe Acklam of the Advertiser discuss the press conference with head coach Mark Kennedy ahead of this week's pre-season away days against Swindon Supermarine and Hungerford Town. GEOGRAPHY! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Thursday July 4th, 2024