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Football/Soccer - Based on the English Premier League and the Draft Fantasy Football game that goes with it. We will cover everything you need to know whether new or experienced fantasy football players. Throw in two comedic, football related stories each week, a scan of the crazy world that is So…

Beard & Boom


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    Episode 21 (S2) - Boom Xhaka Laca

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 14, 2020 46:52


    Crowds are back and with it some great home performances in Gameweek 12 in an increasingly unpredictable season. Eberechi made it look Eze with a great performance against Spurs. The Toffees provided sticky opposition to high flying Chelsea on Merseyside. And Fulham showed some cottage industry to win a deserved point against the lacklustre champions.But of course the big talking point was the game at the Emirates as Arsenal slump to a defeat at home to out of form Burnley. Is Arteta’s time up? Why does he keep playing Xhaka Laca over others? And following a tough Xmas period, will the Gunners need to spend money just to stay up? There’s a festive feel in the air as we discuss our pod plans for the next few weeks with an exciting jam packed schedule approaching and all the fun that comes with the dreaded squad rotation! Kicking off with the B&B Festive XI which we want you to get involved with.Any person involved in the game currently that you can turn Christmassy, can make the Festive Xi, so get your players in to us on TwitterTo finish we review the midweek fixtures including loads of stats, analysis and player tips to get you through the next few days!!Ho Ho Ho!!!

    Episode 20 (S2) - Eze Does It

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 11, 2020 33:14


    A condensed pod this week as the boys look forward to the beginning of the festive period for the Premier League.Casting an eye over the standout moments from last weekend to formulate the plan for this.Boom discusses his latest transfer after his Gameweek 10 defeat and Beard waxes lyrical as his side continue the form that they have promised for so long.A poor showing from both establishments in the Ones To Watch but sometimes you have to win ugly!Concluding with the main event as B&B dig out those diamonds hidden amongst the bin juice for Gameweek 11.It's shorter than Utd's Champs League campaign!!!

    Episode 19 (S2) - Gunners ImPodence

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 2, 2020 47:01


    Gameweek 10 provided a lot of talking points for this weeks pod as the Foxes misfire against Fulham, United win a thriller on the South Coast and as we predicted West Brom bounced into a winnable game against the Blades and came away with the spoils. We take a look at worrying form for early pace setters Everton as Phillips turns the screw for Leeds in an impressive performance at Goodison. Our fantasy team performances provide us with some encouraging and worrying form in equal measures in our fantasy league roundup.And as always we review Gameweek 11 for you picking out the key fixtures and a host of players you could draft in to give you the edge on another key weekend of football!See you there!!

    Episode 18 (S2) - An Arsenal Obsession

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 25, 2020 58:12


    Gameweek 9 provided another great round of games as we look back at a Mourinho masterclass at the Lane, a bottom 3 taking shape, and a convincing Liverpool performance against Boom’s Foxes.After being called ‘Arsenal Obsessed’ by a fellow league member, Beard takes a long hard look at himself and his comments to analyse if they are justified.There is a great story from one of our listeners to warm the winter cockles in our popular new Football Memoir feature.Storytime and Ones to Watch results, and of course our StatAttack closes the pod as we look ahead to Gameweek 10... including why playing the long game with a few free agents could be the best strategy going into the manic festive period, yes Ndidi!All that and more…and it’s Liiiive!!

    Episode 17 (S2) - Sea Dogs

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 19, 2020 36:27


    We kick off this week with our new Football Memoir feature sent in by one of our loyal listeners and closet Sea Dog fan Gav as he takes us down memory lane to a vital clash at the McCain stadium. It’s an absolute cracker!!With no Premier League action there is nothing to review, so we jump straight into Storytime with the results of last weeks vote and 2 new ‘Monster' stories involving the late Eric Hall and a famous Hat-trick at Upton Park as an unlikely stopper sticks the gloves on for the Geordies against the Hammers.Ones to Watch results are in for Gameweek 8 as Beard looks to level the scores against a buoyant Boom.And finally we look ahead to the return of the Premier League after what seems like an eternity with some mouthwatering fixtures at the top of the table and a few tips on players you could snap up amidst a wave of positive Covid-19 tests, injuries and suspensions in a very tricky Gameweek 9. Let’s Gooooooo!!!

    Episode 16 (S2) - Mashed Potato and a Cup of Tea

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 12, 2020 72:28


    With the international break in full swing, Beard and Boom review a topsy-turvy weekend in the Prem as the Villans steal the points at the misfiring Gunners and the Foxes go top of the tree with another impressive performance.Beard gets a live transfer offer he likes and discusses the dilemma with Boom…but does he pull the trigger?Storytime returns this week with a look at an unexpected transfer source and a how a ‘kinky' bit of weather can get you out of trouble. We’re not judging Boom…whatever you are into mate!And to close, we are super excited to introduce our brand new feature…Football Memoirs. Each week we will be taking trips down memory lane to reminisce on everything that is football from the past that gives us a fuzzy glow. From the smell of the pies at away days to Panini stickers albums and iconic haircuts, join us each week as we attempt to warm your winter over the coming weeks.

    Episode 15 (S2) - Fernange

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 6, 2020 55:27


    Later than usual this week, the guys get together to cover all the top talking points from last weekend and of course the gift that keeps on giving....Manchester United.Acknowledging the harsh treatment dished out to Chelsea on recent pods Boom steps forward and begins the praise for Frank and his boys as the new signings look to be clicking at the Bridge.The Social covers some interesting pronunciation issues as well as the usual bias spouted all over Twitter.Ones to Watch get's updated with Beard currently trailing 4-2 after the opening 6 weeks and both managers get to sub in a new player to help guide you through the festive period, which ties into Beard's Stat Attack very well, where as usual, the pod comes to a close with all the latest bin juice you need to wash yourself in for Gameweek 8.Get your scrubbing brushes and bottle of Matey at the ready!

    Episode 14 (S2) - Vardy Partey

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 28, 2020 56:48


    A more concise pod this week as Beard & Boom navigate the murky waters of half term and houses that sound like a kids party in a local play cafe. Speaking of a Partey…Vardy had one at the Emirates as the Gunners falter at home, United and Chelsea kindly offer support to people with insomnia and Bamford arrests the run of the Villans with a trick in the Midlands.There is concern for the future of Pep in the social as we look at a tweet suggesting that maybe it’s time to call a siesta to the Spaniards reign There’s the Ones to Watch as one of our hosts get a squeaky win in a tight encounter.And of course there is the StatAttack to close as we take a deeper look into the good, the bad and the ugly…. including a Fox going Under the radar, a Bat that’s perfect for a spooky Friday night football and why you won’t have a Cairney in the world if you start to give a Fuchs about your squad rotation. ;-)All this and more in this weeks pod!

    Episode 13 (S2) - Fawlty Towers

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 21, 2020 63:39


    A bumper packed pod this week as we look back at another dramatic, exciting week of football in the Premier League. First up, we debate the proposal of the European Super League, which has reared its ugly head again following the veto of Project Big Picture. Let’s face it..anything that changes the Premier league and our fantasy lives has got to be a bad idea!Boom turns into Big Pun…(although he's certainly not fit enough to be a player anymore) as we create tabloid worthy headlines for all the action in the last week, including a look at the Merseyside Derby and the dramatic finish at the Lane. Que?There are mixed fortunes for our co-hosts in their respective fantasy leagues and Ones to Watch squads as Beard goes back to the drawing board.Plus B&B find a few beauties from the World of Twitter before Beard closes as always with the StatAttack to help you with your squad ahead of GW6.It would quite honestly be fantastic to have you!!

    Episode 12 (S2) - Football and a Million Goals

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 14, 2020 56:37


    We are back and looking at the bigger picture with the latest proposal to bail out the EFL clubs proposed by the Premier League’s elite. We look at the pro’s and cons and why the devil is certainly in the detail on this one!!Money grabbing Premier League clubs is certainly the theme this week as we also take a look at the Pay Per View setup for this season in light of the Covid-19 pandemic, as Beard thinks they may have dropped the ball with the price point.The Social keeps things light this week with a change from the usual as we take a comedic look at some of the latest Fifa ratings following the release of the new instalment last week. And there is a massive Stat Attack segment as Beard and Boom go deep into the fixtures and look at why a cheeky performance from the Cottagers could blunt the Blades and win you the gameweek.All this and more in this weeks pod!!

    Episode 11 (S2) - Partey Time!

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 8, 2020 61:12


    Beard and Boom welcome the international break with open arms following horrific results for United, Leicester and their respective Fantasy sides. We cover the action across Gameweek 4 including the performance of a lifetime from Villa as they humble the Champions to conclude an amazing weekend of football.Deadline day was a bit…well meh…but certainly some clubs were active and there is no doubt that it’s Partey Time at the Emirates. We look at the latest deals in the Prem and who might be the best bet in the waiver wire this week.Lots of fun in the Social including a shocking FIFA21 rating for Lamptey, a look at why it’s wise to tweet after the game, not before... and Boom calls on Twitter to clear his conscience.No Stats this week due to the International interference, but Ones to Watch results are in and one of the hosts gets a pasting!Get involved!

    Episode 10 (S2) - Making Moves Like Jagger

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 30, 2020 60:42


    Another busy week in the Premier League as Beard and Boom take a deep dive into the action from GW3 including a look at the escalating handball fiasco, Brighton delivering more post than the Royal Mail and of course the Foxes hitting 5 at the Etihad to go top of the Prem.There is a return of the social after a break as Beard & Boom make some very unlikely predictions for the coming season.The transfer section is packed full of rumours and Beard summons his inner Jim White to sign Ross Barkley live on the pod, just minutes after his move to Villa is announced.As always we have our regular Ones To Watch feature as Boom gets called out by Beard for bending the rules, and we close with stats galore with loads of juicy free players to look at ahead of transfer deadline day next week!!Let's do this!!

    Episode 9 (S2) - Son Has Got His Hat On

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 25, 2020 54:09


    In this weeks episode we dig deep into the mind games and tactics that could give you the extra edge as a fantasy football manager. Looking at squad numbers for each position, using the fixtures to your advantage, man marking your opponent and risk vs reward throughout the weekend.We look at the good, the bad and the ugly from Gameweek 2 with goals galore as Brighton and Palace turn in great performances against the odds.Completed deals and rumours a plenty in our Transfer Round-up section….There’s nothing Reguilon about Spurs’ squad these days as Jose is Baled out by a chequebook again.And of course our regular 'Ones to Watch' and 'Stat Attack' features close the show as Beard looks at some widely owned players who are almost certainly stinking out your bench!!Get involved!!

    Episode 8 (S2) - All or Nothing for Bale?

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 16, 2020 61:06


    A jam packed pod for you this week as the Premier League returns, and with it our fantasy league campaigns.Are Leeds as good as they looked against Liverpool? Where is the Spurs fight under Mourinho? Will Chelsea take time to find their stride with a new look squad? All this and more in our Gameweek 1 review.The boys talk transfers including the exciting box office prospect of Bale joining Mourinho at Spurs and why #GlazersOut is trending again amongst United fans.The final 6 picks to complete our ones to watch squads are announced with a resounding victory for one of our hosts in GW1And of course there are some good free player picks for you to feast on ahead of Gameweek 2 in our regular StatAttack feature.If you are still reading this summary then quite frankly we are disappointed!! Get listening! ;-)

    Episode 7 (S2) - Auction Anxiety

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 9, 2020 67:20


    Following their respective drafts over the weekend, Beard and Boom take a detailed look at the fall out from the main event and how they faired amidst the chaos of the quick fire auction. The chaps look at the hefty fees paid for the premium players, draft strategies, their final squads and how the waiver wire can be used to your advantage in the coming weeks!The ones to watch returns with a few tweaks as Beard and Boom go head to head to find those hidden gems simmering under the radar that could flourish this season. Finally, with the Premier League only days away, Boom makes some bold predictions for places at the top and bottom of the league….. and of course we preview all the Gameweek 1 fixtures for you.The excitement is building!! Let’s goooooo!

    Episode 6 (S2) - The Draft Day Return

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 4, 2020 62:00


    Fresh from the summer break the boys return with a preview on their upcoming draft auctions and the amended points system that Chairman Boom has implemented for the 2020/21 season.A mix of Dugout and Togga, or a 'hybrid' as the Beard so eloquently puts it.The scoring sheet can be viewed and downloaded on the site - www.beardandboom.co.ukA brief overview of the Project Restart auction draft and any pointers that those results may have offered as we all head into 'draft season' with Gameweek 1 a little over 1 week away.Concluding with a talk through the done deals and who B&B think could have the biggest impact, as well as touching on the big names, a few nuggets to keep an eye on will be covered ready to be added to those shortlists.It's good to be back!

    Episode 4 (S2) - Foxy Devils

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 23, 2020 32:12


    A special pod this week as the boys look ahead to the final weekday of the 19/20 SeasonBeard and Boom dream of the ideal scenario that would mean both United and Leicester make it into the Top 4 as they battle it out this Sunday.Boom fancies it following Beards honest take on Uniteds recent form with a cheeky wager on the line.There is a quick look at who will make it out alive at the bottom..And if you're looking for some inspiration ahead of the final gameweek, then you are in the right place with loads of tips in this weeks Stat AttackRoll on Sunday!!

    Episode 3 (S2) - Benteke is Back!

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 15, 2020 96:23


    After 6 Gameweeks trialling the Fantrax platform, Beard and Boom give an honest in depth review about the user / manager experience and whether it’s a keeper for the long term. Boom hilariously combusts giving his opinion on Leicester’s recent run and the horror show on the south coast which has put their top 4 hopes in turmoil in this weeks results round-upKaspers apology, Clive Tyldesley and Arsenal Fan TV all feature in this weeks social section.There’s a bumper packed Funtime as George returns with a refined 6 degrees of Kevin Boateng and Beard surprises Boom with a juicy stat themed quiz on the Premier League.And... if that wasn’t enough, there are 4 players featured in the StatAttack whose performances deserve a spot in your squad. One of which, may just blow your mind!!See you on the other side!

    Episode 2 (S2) - Party at the 100 Club

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 8, 2020 75:39


    Lots to talk about on this weeks episode as we celebrate 100 goals for Jamie Vardy, taking a look back at his career to date and some of the goals that stood out for us.Has the Mourinho magic gone? After a dismal end at Chelsea, a mediocre performance at United and a poor start at Spurs, the boys debate whether Mourinho has fallen behind modern elite managers. Plus we take a look at the pending City ban decision, the implications for the club and all the other teams at the top of the table.Storytime covers results from last weeks return efforts and the boys come up with two more crackers.This weeks guest George hosts the Trivia section with our new game 'The Six Degrees of Kevin Boateng' (Yes we know he is a Prince, but it flowed better)And to wrap up this weeks episode there is an in depth StatAttack looking at individual player scoring at home vs away and a host of players finding form in the free players pool.Quite honestly, its a beauty and I'm shocked you're still reading this. Get downloading!

    Episode 1 (S2) - The Anniversary Pod

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 1, 2020 75:16


    Beard and Boom celebrate their 1 Year Anniversary with a special bumper edition bringing back some of our favourite features from the last 12 months.Boom gets the violins out for a sombre Beard as they discuss the newly crowned champions of the Premier League along with all the key talking points from the last week of football.Some fantasy league managers join the chaps for a tricky football quiz - Can anyone knock Beard off his trivia perch?The boys celebrate a year of the show by bringing back some old favourites, including the return of Storytime and The Ones To Watch before closing with a bunch of stats for you to get get your teeth into.Finally, a big thanks from the boys for all your support over the first year. Roll on Season 2!

    The Warm Up - Living in Lockdown

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 1, 2020 14:04


    To celebrate the 1 year anniversary, Beard & Boom are joined by Producer Will for a Warm Up special.Born out of Producer Will’s need to test the mic levels, the randomness and comedic value of the chat taking place has grown into a Warm Up podcast all of it’s own.A random topic will be on the agenda, giving an insight into what B&B think outside of football.This episode: Living in Lockdown

    Episode 40 - Luiz Lives On!

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 24, 2020 58:23


    The chaps take a look at the return of the Premier league and the first game week back since Lockdown, including the teams, players and performances that caught the eye.There is some breaking news as word of the David Luiz contract extension filters into the studio in what has been a dismal week back for the Gunners!Beard and Boom discuss how their teams got on in the new fantrax format as they learn very quickly that it may take some time to adjust to the new scoring system and the daily temptation to tinker!As always there is a Social to make you smile and a thorough stat attack from Beard as he looks at a pool of free players that might tickle your fancy in the coming week.What on earth are you waiting for...Get Involved!

    Episode 39 - It's Back!

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 17, 2020 71:00


    The Premier League returns tonight, thank the lord! The boys waste no time in getting stuck into the upcoming fixtures, unique aspects of the behind closed door games plus potential effects it may all have on the style of play.G returns the sought after Beard's Stat Attack feature with 4 or 5 players that may be worth drafting into your fantasy teams for the Gameweek, all based around the Togga scoring now of course!Less time dependent is a big Social where B&B invite Hashtag Host, regular listener and Southampton fan Gav to join them after hosting the Hashtag Game on Twitter last Saturday. #EdibleFootballers is well worth a listen and of course we welcome any late entries from the listeners, message us on Twitter or Instagram.No point having a Southampton fan on and not digging for some key information so we also get an insight on the #OnestoWatch from the south coast team.The cherry on top of the luscious football based cake is a 5 round game of SoccerSmash.The perfect accompaniment to the return of the Prem!

    Episode 38 - Fantrax Funtime

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 10, 2020 60:53


    As the Premier league edges ever closer, Beard and Boom embark on their first ever auction draft on the Fantrax platform to build squads for the 9-week mini season. The boys discuss their experience of using the site, both behind the scenes setting up the league, the user experience at the front end and what new Fantrax fans can expect.We then take a look at some of the chaos that ensued on draft night..including the 'silly season' prices, some bargain pick ups and some insight into different strategies you could adopt now or ahead of the new season. Knowing who's on the treatment table would be a good start!Of course it wouldn't be a Beard and Boom pod without some fun on the Social would it!?Plus, we get excited at the return of the Prem in just a weeks time! We talk through the key runners and riders, which teams have it all to do and why it's quite simply the BEST LEAGUE IN THE WORLD!What are you waiting for!?

    Episode 37 - Fantrax to the Rescue!

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 3, 2020 72:23


    With thousands of lost Dugout souls left roaming the earth looking for a new home, Beard and Boom welcomed Joe from FPL Kickaround to answer all of our questions on Fantrax and what to expect as we embark on a new adventure.Green to the Fantrax scene, Boom finds out all about the bespoke scoring systems, customisable features and the all important auction draft. Queue scenes of fantasy managers hanging out of car windows talking to strangers about 'triffic' players they are looking at to harness their inner Harry Redknapp.In the second half, we take an in depth look at what features you may want to bring in and how this may impact the way you approach the draft, your management strategy and your weekly lineup selections. The boys then look ahead to Project Restart with the Premier league return confirmed. Get in there!To finish...a cheeky little social session. Get involved!

    Episode 36 - As One Door Closes...

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 1, 2020 13:55


    A short update episode as we predict the almost inevitable, though yet to be confirmed, end of an era, the end of DugoutFC.Boom explains the tell-tale signs and distinct possibility that all DugoutFC users will be left high and dry for the remainder of this season as the platform appears to be folding.Not ones for quitting, the boys discuss the preferred new platform, Fantrax, based on what they have researched and advice from the Draft Fantasy community on Twitter.Fully customisable options appear to allow the Dugout scoring system to be duplicated, and even better advances on that such as an auction style draft, "fantasy" assists and importantly for many, the ability to have multiple divisions.So we say farewell to DugoutFC, and Hello to Fantrax!

    Episode 35 - The Schalke Blues

    Play Episode Listen Later May 22, 2020 39:04


    Newly avid Schalke and Paderborn fans, Beard and Boom, discuss 'their' teams performances after the return of the Bundesliga and the general feel of it all. Was it all it cracked up to be?The boys then look ahead to the return of the Prem with some interesting stats on home/away form which may be prevalent of neutral grounds are used.They also get stuck into the difficulties with finding a fair resolution for the Draft Fantasy games, especially if you're involved with DugoutFC!

    Episode 34 - Fußball ist Zurück!

    Play Episode Listen Later May 15, 2020 23:39


    Football is back! In the shape of the Bundesliga and the boys get all giddy with a preview of the German leagues fixtures for this weekend.They also allocate clubs for themselves to support and cover a few key fixtures, players and managers for the fellow novice.A perfect listen before the weekend of German based fußball!

    Episode 33 - FIFA EPL TOTS Reaction

    Play Episode Listen Later May 2, 2020 27:14


    EA released the Premier League TOTS last night and the boys go through the squad and see how their predictions compared.Clear explanations for those not playing FIFA yet, and some hints and tips included for those that are.Wrapped up again with a group Soccer Smash.Remember to get in touch if you want to take part in a Fun Time or take on Beard or Boom on FIFA. Comment below, Twitter or Instagram.

    Episode 32 - Our FIFA EPL TOTS Predictions

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 28, 2020 31:42


    With EA expected to release the Premier League Team of the Season on FIFA20 this Friday, Beard & Boom have put together who they would like to see included.They select their main XI and additional acknowledgements for the squad. See if you agree.On Saturday's episode they will compare with the released cards and see how close they were.The episode is wrapped up with a communal game of Soccer Smash on HouseParty.Let us know if you would like to take part in the next Football Trivia game and get yourself on the pod!

    Episode 31 - The Lockdown Return

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 25, 2020 30:21


    The boys are back after recovering from the football hiatus.They introduce you to the plan moving forward, a short discussion on the best way forward for the Premier League and the rest of football before moving on to the fun and shaenanigans of The Social and Fun Time.Beard & Boom are back to put a smile on your face and help you all the way through to the return of the game we all love.Remember to get involved in the comments below, or on Twitter & Instagram

    Episode 30 - Dugout Cup 1st Round Draw

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 4, 2020 48:45


    Following the sketchy but hopefully enjoyable live recording of the draw, audio highlights of the draw kick off this weeks episode with a bit of behind the scenes content included too.Then we get back to what we know with a walk around the Twitterverse in the Social and Boom brings back Soccer Smash for a competitive FunTime.All this wrapped up and presented with the bow that is Beard's Stat Attack. Perfect preparation for the crucial Gameweek 29 and the 1st round of the cup.

    Episode 29 - The Injured Transfer Debate

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 28, 2020 58:58


    A draft fantasy related debate this week as a questionable transfer causes uproar in a listeners league and the duo come together to resolve the issue. A comedy situation receives some comedy reasoning but in the end we think the right decision is made.Social steps up this week with some great content from around the Twitterverse.Fun Time is short and sweet but a must for any Champs League fans, i.e. all of you.Then Boom boasts about his much needed upturn in fantasy football fortunes before we reach the must-listen section now known as Beard's Stat Attack.All in time for GW28 starting tonight, what a treat!

    Episode 28 - Are the Glazers All That Bad?

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 13, 2020 84:22


    Beard returns to continue regular service and they kick things off with a debate on the Glazers, you can imagine which side G falls on.The Social is made up entirely of a 'team review' as the duo cast their expert Dugout eyes over a listeners two tier league. We were going to do highlights of this but we enjoyed it so much we kept it all in.On to Funtime with the usual trivia, new recruit #SoccerSmash and a short round of Would I Lie to You before Scays goes on to moan about DugoutFC and G offers some hot stats for next weeks GW.Its good to be back!

    Episode 27 - A Guest Host!

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 8, 2020 30:24


    A short, fun episode this week with Beard unable to make it, Boom drafts in a guest host to cover a bit of Social and play a few games on Fun Time, including the latest addition, Soccer Smash!Another reminder of the Dugout Cup too before the Beard returns for the next episode which will be out on Wednesday.

    Episode 26 - Should the January Transfer Window Be Scrapped?

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 15, 2020 56:28


    We're back after our Christmas hiatus to kick 2020 off with a brand new vigour and a brand new structure.Favourites such as The Social, Trivia and OTW remain, but the start of each pod will now be a bit more unique and a step away from regurgitating and analysing the weekends results which essentially you have all just watched.Instead then the boys will be getting out on the road and partaking in a wide range of football related activities, and when they can't do that they will be debating a prevalent hot topic and this week the January Transfer Window is placed into the spotlight,The podcast will also be changing to a fortnightly release but fear not, you are assured the content will be better than ever and worth the wait.Listen in then for the first debate, a packed Social, new feature Fun Time although new names are welcome, and the final section Fantasy Time which will now contain all things fantasy football related.A new and improved Beard & Boom podcast for a new and improved you!

    Episode 25 - 13 Points From Ayew

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 20, 2019 43:14


    Christmas is ever closer and the festive podcasts continue with the boys, plus 2 big announcements.Firstly, the start of the Beard & Boom FIFA League next Monday. If you have an Xbox One and play FIFA20, then get in touch with the team through Twitter, Instagram or email us on info@beardandboom.co.ukYou can also request to join the Xbox Group called The Beard and Boom FIFA League, obviously.The more the merrier, so get involved.Second announcement involves the Storytime punishment for Boom after losing Season 1. Beard has really pulled it out the bag here, so stay tuned for the Storytime segment.All wrapped up with the usual unmissable stat and player breakdown for your fantasy teams for the upcoming gameweek. Because of course, you don't want to end up like Boom, needing 13 points from Jordan Ayew!

    Warm Up - Christmas Special

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 17, 2019 22:02


    Born out of Producer Will’s need to test the mic levels, the randomness and comedic value of the chat taking place has grown into a Warm Up podcast all of it’s own.Each week a random topic will be on the agenda, giving an insight into what B&B think outside of football.Remember you can watch the latest Warm Up episodes on YouTube now as well.This week: Christmas!!!

    Episode 24 - Xmas Spirit

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 11, 2019 66:27


    The boys are back with all the usual chat and features but with an added Christmas twist. Look out for the Xmas XI that should bring a smile to your face and you've also been tasked with coming up with some more, so let the team know on any of the social media channels.Storytime results are in and if Beard takes it then no more stories until next pre-season!!!As well as the boys talking through all the Premier League story lines they will also cover their own teams from the Baysmog, Twitter League and of course the Ones to Watch.Once again, the pod closes with perhaps the most important part for fantasy football managers as the Stat Attack section drops in to highlight who you should be looking at getting in, and who you should be looking at kicking out of your teams, no matter the format.Grab yourself a mince pie and a glass of mulled wine, and settle in for a Christmas Classic.

    Episode 23 - Matthew Kelly

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 1, 2019 40:08


    B&B record at home as Producer Will goes on his travels and Beard contracts the lurgy.A short but sweet one to accommodate the Premier League midweek fixtures.Short overview of GW14 before we get stuck into Baysmog results and then the latest stories from SAtorytime.Ones to Watch update and a transfer for Boom, Beard holds on for now.Finished off with a few key tips to try and get you through the inevitable rotation of the midweek GW15.

    Episode 22 - Varnage

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 27, 2019 77:27


    All the big talking points from Gameweek 13 including Boom's thoughts on his away trip to Brighton.Baymsog results updates where fortunes finally turn for Boom and it is Producer Will on the wrong end of things for once.Into the Social where we get a couple of insights into Spurs and how the Mourinho era has begun. The weekly round of trivia is included as well.Storytime is results only this week as the boys plan to release the next episode on Sunday thanks to the upcoming midweek fixtures, a good listen nevertheless.Then One's To Watch updates plus a stat based look through the Dugout bins from Beard, focussing on who you should be getting in and potentially, who you should be shifting out. Some big names in there too if you have the cajones!?!Either way, an absolute must listen for any Dugout manager.The pod wraps up this week with a quick round of Would I Lie To You?Enjoy this and come Sunday the next one will be ready, what a treat!

    The Warm Up - Weird Crush

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 25, 2019 11:17


    Born out of Producer Will’s need to test the mic levels, the randomness and comedic value of the chat taking place has grown into a Warm Up podcast all of it’s own.Each week a random topic will be on the agenda, giving an insight into what B&B think outside of football.Remember you can watch the latest Warm Up episodes on YouTube now as well.This week: Weird Crush

    Episode 21 - Stabilisers

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 20, 2019 61:58


    Back down the Devon Dumpling for this episode, the boys open up with an analysis of the types of managers you will see in your fantasy football league,Then straight into a busy Social with trivia, Twitter and Instagram round up and the results form the Hashtag Game played on the weekend.Storytime is a tight as you like with the new voting system and some hilarious comments to boot, they also discuss how the Storytime competition as a whole will be concluded!Finished off with some injury updates and potential One's to Watch for the upcoming Gameweek 13.Remember to follow the Beard & Boom YouTube channel for daily video releases and to catch up with the Pitchionary game.

    The Warm Up - Travelling

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 18, 2019 23:52


    Born out of Producer Will’s need to test the mic levels, the randomness and comedic value of the chat taking place has grown into a Warm Up podcast all of it’s own.Each week a random topic will be on the agenda, giving an insight into what B&B think outside of football.This week: Travelling

    Episode 20 - Vincent Van Dijk

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 13, 2019 97:55


    The boys return to the original Podcast home of Producer's Will 'Studio' but the camera rolls again.Visuals available again this week so remember to keep an eye on YouTube for a new release daily.Top talking points from Gameweek 12 are covered including the fall out from Anfield.The Social this week introduces a new feature which creates proper belly laughs and will definitely one to watch out for on the YouTube channel, all the usual stuff as well such as trivia and the Twitter Team update.Storytime almost inevitably starts with arguing about this weeks results, but perhaps a remedy to this has been found, (almost definitely not), but a new voting system is in place for this week.No preview of upcoming fixtures with the International Break on us yet again, so a short and sweet round up of the Ones to Watch weekly results.Let's go!

    The Warm Up - The Environment

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 11, 2019 16:41


    Born out of Producer Will’s need to test the mic levels, the randomness and comedic value of the chat taking place has grown into a Warm Up podcast all of it’s own.Each week a random topic will be on the agenda, giving an insight into what B&B think outside of football.This week: The Environment

    Episode 19 - Down The Local

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 6, 2019 97:42


    Beard and Boom take the podcast on the road as they record down at the local pub for a bit of atmosphere.All the usual features are still there though, review of Gameweek 11, a busy Social before they move on to the Storytime.Inevitably the pints are flowing and some may say this has lead to an even more argumentative side from both the hosts, but the Storytime results cause friction before 2 new stories are released into the world.Ones to Watch continues the hostilities before they wrap it up with a brief preview of Gameweek 12 in the Premier League.Interruptions, lively debate and Scampi Fries, come join us down the local!

    The Warm Up - Driving

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 4, 2019 33:26


    Born out of Producer Will’s need to test the mic levels, the randomness and comedic value of the chat taking place has grown into a Warm Up podcast all of it’s own.Each week a random topic will be on the agenda, giving an insight into what B&B think outside of football.This week: Driving

    Episode 18 - Spooky Spectacular

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 30, 2019 92:26


    The Halloween Special is quite possibly the best yet.Boom gets well over excited about the demolishing of Southampton and updates from both his and Beard's fantasy football teams, along with some key players to keep an eye on for your teams following gameweek 10.The biggest and best B&B Social yet claims Boom, you'll have to find out for yourself but there is certainly a lot going on. Tweeters, Grammers and FIFA players rejoice!Storytime reveals the Phantom Spammer, announces the scores from last weeks stories and two new belters to get your teeth into.Finally sparks fly as GW10 Ones To Watch results are in and the duo argue pretty much all the way to the end, managing to squeeze in a couple of thoughts for the upcoming Gameweek 11.Don your witch hat, spoon your pumpkin and stuff your face with sweets with Episode 18 as your spooky backdrop!

    The Warm Up - Lottery Win

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 24, 2019 20:13


    Born out of Producer Will’s need to test the mic levels, the randomness and comedic value of the chat taking place has grown into a Warm Up podcast all of it’s own.Each week a random topic will be on the agenda, giving an insight into what B&B think outside of football.This week: Lottery Win

    Episode 17 - 400 to 1

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 23, 2019 62:08


    Recorded on a Monday night for the first time the weekends Premier League results are picked over as the team news for the Sheffield Utd v Arsenal game is released.More bad news for the duo in their respective Baysmog draft fantasy football leagues but the Social provides a bit of good news for both of them.Storytime returns but not before some shocking news on the 'default point' vote.Cleanse your palette with the Ones to Watch and Gameweek 10 preview.Episode 17 is a go!

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