The Wombles had a Dream Podcast: Recent Episodes
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Lee and Danny this week discuss the last game of the season and where did that performance come from? A nice 5-1 win at home against Walsall. Was it the most enjoyable game of the season? and can we see more of that next season Mr Jackson? They move on and talk about the retained list. Was this the correct list? Sad bur right seeing some of the players leave, especially the ones who have been here since they were kids. Who else will leave in the summer? Danny announces that Lee has won the prediction league this season and Lee takes the win with grace and no bragging at all. They then discuss what they think will be needed next season to push for promotion and make some early predictions.
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Danny and Lee start this week by talking about Lee's exploits in Germany and a couple of funny stories that were had. Danny tells Lee about the Tranmere game, Josh Kelly getting two goals and JJOT getting sent off. They move on and talk about this seasons squad and score each player 1-10, do you agree with the scores? They finish by discussing the prediction league and how Lee is currently one point clear with one to play, they preview the big game on Saturday at a sold out Plough Lane against Walsall.
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Danny and Lee start the episode talking about the 3-2 defeat away to Swindon, another awful performance that has Lee frustrated. They then move on and ask the question - Are we in a better place staying in League 2 - they answer this and give their reasons in what they think. They give out the WHAD awards, ranging from player of the year, best signing, worst signing and lessons learnt. They finish by previewing the dead rubber on Saturday away to Tranmere.
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Danny and Lee return for another episode of the number one AFC Wimbledon podcast and this week they start by talking about the Salford win, how bad the game was but 3 points in the bag and the push for the playoff continues. They then pay tribute to Joe Kinnear who unfortunately passed away and our condolences to Joe's friends and family at this time. They talk about their favourite memories and what Joe did and meant to them. How good is Alex Bass, the boys ask that question and talk about how good Alex has been and is he better than Aaron Ramsdale? The club held a Q&A event with new MD James Woodroof, why was the meeting not streamed? a twitter post by someone within the club listed the takeaways from the meeting and the lads discuss these and what they mean going forward. They finish by previewing the away game against Swindon.
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Danny and Lee return with another episode of the number one AFC Wimbledon podcast. This week they start by discussing the easter fixtures, a draw at home to Harrogate and a lose away to Stockport. They then talk about our set pieces and why have they been so bad, from free kicks, corners and especially our penalties. Our throw in's have not really worked and is that a reason our form has changed and we are not scoring as many goals? They then talk about Josh Davison and is he badly treated by the fans and management team. With not many options, should he be playing more minutes? They finish by previewing the home game against Salford.
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Danny is back and is joined by Lee. They start of having a discussion about politics in football and how it should be kept out of football, the reason for this chat is the special war child shirt, the England badge fiasco and a planned rally outside Plough Lane on Saturday in support of Palestine. They move on and discuss the 1-1 draw away to Crewe, how we played and was it a decent point on the road? They come back from a break and talk about Josh Kelly and 0 goals in 12, a different of opinions regarding why he hasn't scored. Is it the way we play? or does Kelly need to do more to make chances and score goals? They finish by discussing next season and what they expect will change and what we need to do to improve further, they preview the Bank Holiday fixtures, starting with Harrogate at home on good Friday and Stockport away on Monday.
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Danny is missing in action, so Lee is this week joined by Alex French. They start by discussing the 2-0 defeat to Newport, how we played and why did we lose the game. They then talk about a new photo idea the lads have had, they want listeners to send in photos of them listening to the podcast, the most obscure location the better. They speak about the tweet Stan Collymore put out requesting Wimbledon fans come on and speak civil with MK fans regarding the history of both clubs and the move. They discuss their views on this and the current state of affairs at the club. They finish by previewing the massive game away to Crewe on Saturday.
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Lee and Danny this week discuss 6 points in a week. They start with the 2-0 win away to Notts County and how some discussions were had amongst the fans at half time regarding the style of play and how we were performing. Lee brings up the point that a wins a win and lets enjoy the position we are in and why does the football matter? its all about picking up points. They talk about Tuesday and how good Wimbledon were, did the red card change the game? and is Josh Kelly better used as a super sub? They move on and discuss the playoff chase and with some big games coming up against playoff rivals where will we finish? the playoff contenders and Lee asks Danny a big question. They give some unpopular opinions and ask fans to send some over. They finish with a preview of the home game against playoff chasing Newport.
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Danny and Lee speak about the win at Plough Lane against MK - they discuss the celebrations, the game, Jackson's tactics, formation and team selection. What the result means to the club and everything that happened on Saturday March 2nd and what it meant to them. They talk about the Grimsby game and how it was a bit flat but this was expected after the energy used on Saturday. They preview the away game to Notts County and the home game against Gillingham.
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Lee and Danny start us of by discussing the defeat away to Doncaster. Why was it so poor? is it another January slump or do you have to take in to account our injuries and the sale of Ali or was it just a bad day at the office? Lee then talks to ex Wimbledon player Steven Gregory about his move to Wimbledon, playing under Terry Brown and Neal Ardley, the FA cup game away to MK, what it meant to play in that game? why didn't he pass? how would he approach the game? and then when he left Wimbledon did he have any regrets? Danny and Lee finish up by previewing the massive game against the franchise on Saturday and should the club approached the game better?
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Lee returns from his sick bed and is joined by Danny Baker and they talk about Morecambe at home and was it points dropped or a point gained? then the defeat at home to Crawley. They move on and discuss why the change in the way we play? is it solely down to losing Ali and injuries or are other factors involved? What formation should Jackson choose to make us a playoff team and what players have to start to get us back on track. Let's be positive as we are only one point from the playoffs. They finish by previewing a big game away to Doncaster on Saturday.
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Lee is still unavailable so Danny takes charge again and this week is joined by friend Owen Williams and host of The Real Dons TV channel on TikTok the Refugeeza. They start by discussing the home win against Barrow and then the loss away to Accrington. They talk about Jackson's new contract and their view point on this being renewed. Danny speaks to the Refugeeza regarding his TikTok channel and how this came about and the downside to being viral? what social media is like and how you deal with the negatives as well as the plus points. They finish by reviewing the big home game on Saturday against Morecambe.
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Lee has called in sick so Danny takes the reigns hosting and this week his guest is Wimbledon fan from across the pond Jonathan Ahl. They start by discussing football experiences USA v UK, they then move on and talk about the 0-0 draw away to Bradford. They return and discuss the January window and losing Ali but gaining Kelly. Also, where should our expectations be? The new 1988 shirts and tracksuits have been release but do we live in the past a bit? or should we be looking at bringing back the old crest and dropping the AFC. They finish by previewing Barrow and Accrington.
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Danny and Lee this week discuss the Mansfield last min victory at Plough Lane, even though the performance wasn't great. Was it all about winning and 3 points? Lee starts us off by paying tribute to Mike Pugh who sadly passed away recently. How the Wimbledon supporters have blown him away with their generosity in supporting a friend that sadly has cancer and is struggling. Also a best wishes to Mike Dore and his own battle recently with prostate cancer and how catching it early has saved his life. They talk about the departure of Ali and how they think he will do in the championship, was the deal a good one for us? or should we have waited till the summer? Any other transfer gossip they may have heard and what do they think will happen. How we have to sign a striker or that's the end of the season. They finish by previewing the away game to Bradford.
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Danny and Lee this week discuss the defeat to MK away and how we set up, the sending offs and how we didn't turn up again. They then move on and discuss the current attitude and mentality to this game and should there be a sea change in how we approach it? why do we always freeze even though its a new team and new management? Should we be encouraging as many Wimbledon fans to go to the away game to support the lads and try and make the difference? do we stop with the whole we've already won stuff? We have won, we have plough lane in Wimbledon but season after season we lose to them and most the time we are embarrassed, with important points to play for, we need to start winning on the pitch. Is it a rivalry? They finish by talking about the suspensions, injuries, Ali still being away or possibly sold - do we need more players in with a week to go until the door slams shut? Buigel being back and they preview a big game at Plough Lane against Mansfield.
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Lee and Danny are this week joined by Dan Lewis. They start by discussing the 2-0 defeat away to Wrexham, how we lined up, Davison's miss and what they thought about James Ball in the number 10 - they move on and talk about transfers and we've signed John-Kymani Gordon on loan until the end of the season from Palace. Lee did confirm this last week and takes big delight in telling everyone he was right. What other positions do we need to strengthen? and will we lose any players in this window? Was it Craig Cope's first mistake not signing a striker before Wrexham? Contracts and is is time we renewed Johnny Jackson's contract, the lads discuss the job he has done and does he deserve an extension. Do we also sit down and discuss contracts with Omar Buigel and Armani Little as they've been excellent. They finish by renewing the game against Crawley and the team we do not mention.
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Danny and Lee are this week joined by Tim Jacob and they start by discussing the FA Cup 3-1 defeat to championship high flyers Ipswich, they then talk the Bristol motor group cup and the midweek win against Oxford. Also, is this a competition we should be taking seriously considering the money you earn and a day out at Wembley? They move on and go through the first team squad and give grades from A-C in the mid term report, they also grade Jackson and Cope and is it time to offer Jackson a new contract? They finish by talking about Joe Lewis signing and how Lee was right regarding the information put out, Lee says that a new striker has been signed and we await to see if this is correct or not. They also preview the big game against Wrexham on Saturday.
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Danny and Lee return after a much needed Christmas break and a Happy New Year to all our listeners. They start by reviewing the Christmas period and the games against Salford, Crawley, Sutton, Colchester and Forest Green. 8 points from 15, is this a good return? They move on and talk about Ali going to the Asia cup and the shock call up of Buigel going with Lebanon, how missing them for up to a month will affect the team. Also the rumours that Lewis and Lemon Evans are about to be recalled by Stockport and how you should never fall in love with a loan player. If they do go back, what do we need to do? recall our loan players or sign new players on loan? This is Craig Cope's first real test and how will he do? Will we lose more players in the January window? Lastly they preview the FA Cup game against Ipswich on Saturday.
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Danny and Lee are this week joined by George Brown. This is the Christmas Special for 2023 - They start by discussing the fantastic home 4-0 victory against Swindon, talking about Ali and will he be off in Jan or the Summer? Is the recruitment all down to Craig Cope and who has been the better signing - Cope or Ali? They move on and Danny takes the lads on a magical memory tour with his quiz, who comes out on top Lee or George - you decide? They finish by previewing the very hectic Christmas schedule and how many points they hope we pick up during this time.
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This week Danny and Lee discuss the 5-0 thrashing of Ramsgate in the FA Cup, how the team put in a professional display and moved into round 3 where they will face championship side Ipswich at Plough Lane. They move on and talk about the selfie wall and how they were gobsmacked to hit 100 photos so quickly and how they want to continue pushing it and listed players they would like to see going forward. Lee asks the question is it time to extend Jacksons contract, this is due to run out in the summer, so is it time now to extend? they finish by previewing the Swindon game at home on Saturday.
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This week Danny and Lee discuss the brilliant 4-2 win at a sold out Plough Lane against Notts County, then a disappointing 1-0 loss away to Gills where the floodlights went out. They move on and Danny discusses his selfie idea, he wants Wimbledon fans to send selfies of themselves and a random Wimbledon player past or present, the only rule is no duplicate players and we will see if we can make a WHAD logo mosaic out of the ones we receive, can we get 100? They'll then ask the big question Ali or Assal? if you had to pick, which one would you take to play for Wimbledon? they debate the pros and cons of each player and give their choice. Finally they preview the home FA Cup 2nd round tie against Ramsgate, which will be broadcast live on ITV4
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This week Lee and Danny are joined by Ex-AFC Wimbledon player Lewis Taylor and he discusses his time with the Dons, what he is up to now and what his ambitions are in the future. They start by talking about the Christmas fixture list and how the club hasn't helped its self by moving the Crawley game without consultation of the fans and the communication that was put out. They finish by previewing 2 massive games, starting with Notts County at home on Saturday and then a trip to Gillingham on Tuesday.
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This week Danny and Lee talk about the 2-0 win at home against Doncaster. The 2 silly dismissals of Biler and Buigel and how they are lucky boys that we have had our game postponed on Saturday. Are we now on a good run? and why are people waiting for Jackson to fail? They then move on and go through your questions, this week we requested your questions and you did not disappoint, some very interesting questions were sent over and Lee & Danny answer them as honestly as they can,.
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Danny and Lee return and talk about a convincing 5-1 win in the FA Cup against Cheltenham but are still frustrated with some of the decisions. They look at the draw and a home tie against the lowest ranked team Ramsgate at home. They then discuss the AFC Wimbledon managers and talk and rank their favourites, who achieved the best, who disappointed and where does Jackson currently rank. Would we renew Jacksons contract and if so when would you? They finish by talking about the prediction league and the upcoming home against Doncaster.
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This week Danny and Lee are once again joined by ex Dons Trust Board member Graham Stacey as they discuss The Dons Trust, the recent elections, the SGM and motions that were put forward and the results of these. The future of the Dons Trust and what it means to them. First they talk about the 4-1 defeat to Morecambe, the takeaways from the game and are we now on a bad run? After a twitter (x) debate started regarding the atmosphere at plough lane, the lads discuss what they think could improve it. Finally they preview the FA Cup game on Saturday at home to Cheltenham.
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This week Danny and Lee are joined by ex Dons Trust Board member Graham Stacey. They start by discussing the 0-0 draw away to Barrow and then the defeat at home to Accrington on Tuesday. They move on and talk about the Dons Trust and the upcoming elections, the SGM and motions that have been raised. Graham has raised 4 out of 6 motions and takes us though them. Finally they talk about and preview the big away game to Morecombe on Saturday.
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Danny and Lee this week discuss the weekend defeat at home to Bradford. They then ask are we a one man team? Danny talks about the squad and rates the players 1 - 4. So 1 would mean they cannot be dropped, 4 you are not fussed they haven't made the team. They then ask about superstitions and do they have any, what's the difference between a superstition and a ritual? What are your superstitions? They finish by previewing the big week ahead and the massive games against Barrow and Accrington.
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This week Danny and Lee discuss the 0-0 draw away to Mansfield, is it a good point? They also talk about subs and the fitness of players and are they worried about lack of squad rotation. What has happened to Ryan Mclean? should he stay and fight for a place and keep training with the first team or should he be sent out on loan to get valuable minutes? They move on and discuss times that they've bumped into random wombles abroad or friends that have been in far flung places and bumped into a fellow Wimbledon fan. They then discuss memorabilia they own from the basic stuff to the far out gnomes of the Wimbledon world, they also ask the fans to send in their pride memorabilia pieces, the more unique the better. They talk merchandise and what pieces should every Wimbledon fan own? Also, are adults allowed to wear replica kits to games? They finish with a preview of the big game against Bradford at Plough Lane on Saturday.
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Danny and Lee this week speak about the 4-1 home win against Tranmere and then the 1-0 away win to Harrogate, making it 3 wins in a row and let's start to enjoy what is happening on the pitch. They then ask the question - what is the most important goal for AFC Wimbledon? They talk about important goals and have a debate if Jack Midson's pen against Fleetwood is the most important or is it Mark De Bolla against Staines? They move on and speak about the Crazy Gang and why were they so successful and why didn't they get the credit they deserved and lastly how would they cope in today's modern game. Finally they preview the game away to Mansfield on Saturday.
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This week the lads talk to Damien Francis and discuss his time with Wimbledon FC, what Joe Kinnear and Egil Olsen were like, The move to MK and how the players felt and dealt with it, what he is up to now and did he know how far Norwich was before signing for them. Due to a technical hitch the other content regarding Walsall, Danny Macklin and Tranmere were not recorded and are unavailable
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Danny and Lee are this week joined by Ollie Lewis. They discuss the draw against Crewe, dropping points from a winning position AGAIN and is it a concern? They then talk about Danny's idea and a Wimbledon/AFC Wimbledon fantasy football eleven. They move on and pick their Perfect Don - categories being Football IQ, Strength, Finishing, Determination, Aggression, Technique, Consistency, Engine and Heading. They finish by previewing the away game to Walsall.
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This week the lads are joined by George Brown. They start by discussing the 2-1 defeat to Stockport. They move on and ask the question is Plough Lane cursed and what we can do to make home games better to hopefully pick up 3 points and a much needed home win. With the news that Danny Macklin has left, the DTB finally made an announcement and announced that Kris Stewart would be leaving the board to take up the role of managing director, the lads give their opinions on this and the DTB as a whole. They finish by previewing the big game on Saturday against Crewe.
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Lee and Danny are this week joined by Wimbledon fan Alex French. They pick the bones out of the draw at Newport and the penalty win against Stevenage in the EFL Trophy. They then move on and discuss Danny Macklin's departure. How they felt Danny's 10 month stint went, what he did well and how the club/fans have reacted to the news. They then talk about the DT and renewals for membership are fast approaching, will they be renewing and is the DT doing a good job? They finish by previewing the home game against Stockport.
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Lee and Danny this week discuss the draw against Forest Green and the loss to Chelsea in the league cup. They talk about the whole experience at Chelsea and how proud they were of the club, players, fans and how they got a moment when Tilley scores the penalty. Do we currently have an injury crisis, losing 4 of our best first team players only a few weeks into the season and how this will impact the squad. Will we see any more signings because of the injuries? Danny updates us on the prediction league and who is top and who is chasing down the leader, they then discuss Chelsea again and do you miss those big games and the big nights. Would you be happy if we ever got to the premier league? They finish with a preview of the Newport game.
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Lee and Danny return with another bumper episode. They discuss the 3-0 win away to Sutton, how we played and how enjoyable it is currently watching this Wimbledon. Is Ali off or will we keep him until at least Jan, what is his current value and how much is he worth to the club. Is his lack a form a worry or will he soon his the goal trail. They move on and discuss the upcoming game away to Chelsea in the cup, a sold our game and what they really think will happen. They talk about fond memories of Wimbledon past games at Stamford Bridge. They discuss the banned song and why they have sang it in the past and how football is changing on the terraces. The transfer window is due to close, what positions we need to improve and who they think will leave. Also the predictor league and honourable mentions to fans doing well. Is there a tactic to it or just luck? They end the episode previewing the Forest Green game.
Danny and Lee this week discuss the draw at home to Wrexham and the 2-0 victory away to Colchester. They talk about non league gems and is this a market we should be looking at more? would you rather a player from non league who is unproven or a loan from the premier league. Danny talks about the 10 previous players we have had out of non league. Danny mentions that Colchester is an awful away day, so the boys talk about the worse away days, what makes a decent away day and how Lee is going to take his wife to Harrogate on a Tuesday night for her birthday. They finish previewing the game against Sutton on Saturday.
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Lee is back from his holiday and he is joined by the one and only Danny Baker. They are also joined by returning guest George Brown. This week the lads discuss the draw away to Grimsby and then the big win in the Carabao Cup against Coventry. They then talk about some of the issues that arose at the Coventry game regarding turnstiles, over zealous stewarding, Danny goes on a rant regarding what he witnessed from the stewards and how it was out of line. We then talk about the cup draw and an away game at Chelsea. Finally we review Wrexham at home on Saturday and then Colchester away on Tuesday.
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In the absence of Lee, Danny goes stateside this week as he speaks to Dan Rutstein
Dan is part of Orange County soccer team and we discuss how we are viewed on the other side of the pond as well as previewing the season and the opening games against Grimsby Town and Coventry City.
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Danny and Lee return with the first episode of the new season. They discuss pre-season and do they take anything from it or is it just about fitness? Signings, the outgoings and incomings - Bell, Bass, Little in and Nightingale, Woodyard out - Ex Millwall keeper Stamford training with the Dons so does that spell the end of Broom (going on loan) and Nik Tzanvev possibly leaving on a perm. Loaning our youngsters or have they earnt the right to stay and fight for a place in the matchday squad? Sasu, Lock, Williams and Bendle. Issues at Plough Lane, the boys discuss Flag gate, Away ticket priority and the stewards. After issues were raised regarding some of the behaviour of certain stewards in a friendly against Portsmouth. Predictions for the upcoming season.
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Danny and Lee return to discuss pre-season so far, the players that have been signed, the players that have left, the players they would like to be shown the door. The fixtures and the games they have pencilled in and everything else AFC Wimbledon.
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The final episode of the season sees Danny and Lee talk about the bore draw against Tranmere. They then discuss the end of season awards, who won what and the real talking point of the evening the players attitude and disrespect shown to staff, fans and the management team. They then move on and talk about the fans forum and what was discussed by the panel and questions put to them by the fans. The WHAD awards is next and Lee and Danny give out best player, worse player, disappointments, best game and some special mentions to fans who have gone above and beyond this season.
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Lee is back from his trip to Germany and is joined once again by Danny Baker. This week they discuss the 5-1 defeat to Swindon, they then talk about the PLC board statement and Johnny Jacksons job. Attendances, Season ticket renewals, London Irish rumours, Chelsea 500k and investment chat that's doing the rounds. Finish with a review of the last home game against Tranmere.
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Danny returns to join Lee for another episode. They discuss the defeat away to Stevenage, another defeat and the same old issues, strange subs and just lucky we have Ali to score goals. They then talk about who could be leaving League 2, coming up from the conference national and down from League 1? Who do they want and why. How good is Ali Al Hamadi? Lee makes a bold claim that he is better than Lyle Taylor. How many goals will he get this season and what his target should be for next season. Preview Swindon at home.
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Lee this week is joined by Jack Mountney. Lee pays tribute to Wimbledon fan and friend Chris Burgess who sadly passed away. Jack and Lee then discuss good things that are happening at the club and the good things that have happened. They talk about their favourite games and memories. Lee asks the team to give 100% against Stevenage for Chris, as Chris gave everything for Wimbledon. RIP Chris Burgess
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Danny and Lee are this week joined by Wimbledon fan Cane Fortunato. They discuss the win to Walsall and did the Wimbledon fans overreact? as they then talk about the defeat to Rochdale 4 days later. Craig Cope updated the fans with a piece on the official site, the lads discuss this and what they think regarding Craig and his job. Small targets from now until the end of the season for the players, management and club. What do we expect from now until then and if we do not achieve them should Jackson go? Finally they talk about the ticket fiasco at Harrogate but well done to the club for sorting out a solution going forward so quickly, preview the game and the Salford game.
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Lee and Danny this week discuss the defeat to Crawley. They then talk about the Sunday Debrief with Danny Macklin, thanking him for coming on and what Lee thought about it. Danny has something from TikTok and asks Lee - Start, Release or Bench with the current squad and Lee does not hold back and doesn't leave us with much of a squad. Chris Gunter - Lee and Danny talk about his decision to miss 2 massive games to go and help coach the Welsh national team. Is he right to leave us with nothing to play for? or should he have stayed especially with our injury issues? They then ask is the club weak minded and allow players to walk all over the club. Finally they preview massive games away to Barrow and home to Walsall.
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This week Lee is joined by ex Dons Trust board member Graham Stacey. They discuss the defeat to Doncaster, the draw away to Newport, squad depth and the fans lack of ambition. They then talk about Graham's time on the board, communication being key and what hurdles he faced whilst on the board. Any advice he has for the new board and what he was most proud of. They then preview a massive game against Crawley and a massive week for the team and management.
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Lee and Danny caught up with ex Wimbledon reserve team manager, academy manager, assistant manager and first team manager Terry Burton. He talks about his 14 years at the club. Working with greats like Don Howe, players like Chris Perry and Neal Ardley, his time under Joe Kinnear, taking charge for 2 games and the move to MK. Preview Doncaster on Saturday.
Lee and Danny this week go over the defeats to Gillingham and Stevenage. They then discuss the style of play and does it really matter. Or is it about 3 points and winning games of football that's more important? Then they discuss the growing injury list and what is causing so many injuries? Finally they preview the Mansfield game at Plough Lane.
This week Lee and Danny pay tribute to the voice of football John Motson. Hartlepool at home and 2 points dropped. Signings that got them excited no matter the outcome. Danny quizzes Lee on his knowledge of international AFC Wimbledon players. Finally, they preview Gillingham away and Stevenage at home midweek. From the only unofficial AFC Wimbledon podcast
This week Lee and Danny talk about the boring 0-0’s against Carlisle and Northampton. Why have the goals dried up? Is it the loss of Assal? Or do we need to change formation, personnel and go a-bit more attacking? The plough lane atmosphere. Is it getting the basics right and a product on the pitch that’s exciting? Or should the fans be doing more to make it louder etc. finally they preview Hartlepool at home. The number one and only unofficial AFC Wimbledon podcast.
Danny and Lee this week talk about a loss away to league leaders Leyton Orient. Then they discuss tickets, debentures and whether it would be worth doing an away club for away tickets? How away fans have grown being AFC Wimbledon. Regionalise fixtures on a Tuesday night and would a beam back make sense for away games? Finish previewing Carlise at home and Northampton away on valentines day.
Danny and Lee talk about the win against Stockport. Then they discuss the January transfer window and the madness it brings. Ins/outs and how they feel it went. The hall of fame, they pick a keeper, defender, midfielder, striker, sub, manager and special mention from the Wimbledon & AFC Wimbledon era’s to enter the hall of fame (no loans). Finish with a preview of Orient away on Satuday.
Lee and Danny are this week joined by Football Ramble & talkSPORT presenter, European football expert and massive AFC Wimbledon fan Andy Brassell. Talking all things AFC Wimbledon
Danny and Lee are this week joined by WHAD OG Jamie Whittington. Talking about Bradford, statements, songs and queues. Assal - has he been sick and will he leave in this window? Ashley Bayes - what an incredible job he has done and why hasn’t he moved on to bigger and better things? Preview Newport and Walsall. From the number one unofficial AFC Wimbledon podcast.
Lee and Danny are this weekend joined by Wimbledon fan and American Jonathan Ahl. They discuss the snooze fest that was Crewe away, 3 new signings and what else is required and who needs to go. Will we lose Assal? Finances, the financial report and ticket prices. Final part is preview Bradford. The Wombles Had a Dream, still the only unofficial AFC Wimbledon podcast
Danny and Lee are back after the Christmas break and are talking about the Christmas games and picking up 4 points out of 9, they then discuss JJ and his first 6 months in charge. Have they changed their view and feelings or is he still a bit meh and rate his time out of 10 - the final part of the episode is dedicated to the January transfer window. Players that have left, players that are linked and will Assal stay or go. Still the only unofficial AFC Wimbledon podcast.
Lee is back and this week he is joined by Danny Baker. Arash provides them with 12 stats of Donsmas. They discuss Lee’s Christmas wishlist and he doesn't hold back. A great month in a terrible year, also have you changed your opinion on JJ? In association with Seasonmaster.
Danny hosts this week as Lee is in bed with a virus. Danny is joined by Nick Lehmann and they talk about the home win against Grimsby, Harry Pell and are is antics good or bad? The Christmas wish list for the club, team, plough lane and DTB elections. Congrats to JJ for MOTM nomination and preview Swindon away Saturday. Sponsored by SEASONMASTER
This week Danny and Lee are joined by George Brown. They discuss the FA Cup defeat to Chesterfield. You sent us your unpopular opinions and we talk about them and do we agree or disagree. We then discuss the Q&A with JJ, Danny Macklin and Mike Buckley, nothing like a bit of notice. The new HOFO has been announced, what will Craig Cope bring to Wimbledon? Finally they preview the home game against Grimsby.
This week Danny and Lee are joined by new AFC Wimbledon MD Danny Macklin as they discuss his 3 weeks in the job, his future plans, his quick wins, why us and all ideas are good ideas.
Danny and Lee this week discuss the draw away to Salford and the win against Weymouth in the FA Cup. Is the EFL trophy an important cup for us? Danny Macklin has been in the job 2 weeks, what should be on his to-do list? Goldmine - players that have left but could still make us money and the 3 players in the current squad that will make us money. Tranmere preview to finish.
Danny and Lee this week discuss the draw away to Weymouth in the FA Cup and then the superb performance and 2-0 win against league leaders Leyton Orient. They then give their unpopular opinions - do you agree and send us your own ones. Talk about the elections and the current situation regarding hustings. Loan watch - do we keep or send back current loans and do we recall our players in Jan? Preview Salford and the FA Cup replay.
Lee and Danny this week discuss 7 points from 9 and finding some form. Are they happy though? Is it about the performance or just the points on the board? The dons trust elections have come around again and 13 people have put themselves forward for the 7 positions, we discuss this and what is expected. Preview the FA Cup game away to Weymouth and the big league game on Tuesday night under the plough land lights against Orient.
This week Lee and Danny discuss the defeat in the derby at home to Sutton. When does it end? So much negativity, can we pull together or has it gone to far? JJ and his future as Wimbledon manager - time to go or give more time? Rochdale Preview. Sponsored by Seasonmaster
Danny and Lee this week discuss the 3-1 loss to Walsall. They move on and ask why is the officiating in the league so bad? and refereeing as a whole. Rivalries and derbies, the difference between the two, the big ones and who is our rivalry/derbies with? Preview the derby against Sutton - sponsored by Seasonmaster
Lee and Danny talk about a massive 3 points and win against Colchester. Injury issues, why do we seem to have so many? Is it just bad luck? New MD - Danny Baker gives us his view and what a big job Danny Macklin has. Black History month, so we celebrate some of the best black players Wimbledon have had and how they helped us along the way. Finish with a preview of Walsall.
Danny and Lee this week discuss a point away to Bradford. False Dawns/Surprise Sunrises - players, managers and teams that have failed to live up to the hype (the False Dawns) and players that fans were not expecting much from but have really delivered (Surprise Sunrises). They then discuss the next 6 games, massive run in and how important is it for JJ? Finally they preview Colchester at home. Condolences to David McKnights family and friends RIP David. A big thank you to our sponsor Seasonmaster for the support.
Danny and Lee discuss the defeat at Carlisle. They then talk about the current issue of fan ownership or selling up. The dons trust board and the upcoming elections. At the end they preview the big game away to Bradford.
Danny and Lee are this week joined by Jack Mountney. They discuss the 2-0 defeat to Northampton. Lee asks the question - Are we a football club in crisis? and they break down the football club and how things can change. Lastly they preview Carlisle away.
Danny and Lee discuss Stockport away. They then talk about the Dons Trust budget overview that was sent out. Have we learnt any lessons from last season and is it time to ask the fans what road we want to travel on - low budget or time to sell? Finally they preview Leyton Orient on Satuday at the plough lane
Danny and Lee are this week joined by ex Wimbledon striker Adam Roscrow. They talk about his time with Wimbledon. From stag to signing, Wally downes, loneliness and mental health, moving from Wales to Wimbledon.
Danny and Lee discuss youth players. Ones that are still with us, ones that have left and pick a homegrown 11, they move on and speak about new chair Mike Buckley. Is working part time enough and why are we restarting the recruitment for a HOF? The transfer window closes in a week, we have all the rumours of incoming and outgoings. Barrow predictions.
This week Lee and Danny are joined by AFC Wimbledon academy manager Michael Hamilton. They discuss all things happening at the academy, challenges faced and how we develop the next superstar.
Danny and Lee are joined by Wimbledon fan and retail manager Mat Haylock. They talk about the win against Gillingham. A few questions to Mat regarding the club shop, kits and merchandise. Mat talks about his role and how he handles dealing with the fans, also his own personal struggles. Then they finish with a preview of the game against Hartlepool away on Saturday
Danny and Lee are joined by dons fan Jack Mountney. Season preview - discussing pre season, signings, new kits and predictions.
Lee and Danny are this week joined by Wimbledon fan Jaggy. They discuss relegation, the manager vacancy, which players stay or go, DTB/PLC board and the piece put out by Marc Jones. Can we bounce straight back?
Lee and Danny talk about Fleetwood, relegation and predict the result against Accrington. They then talk to ex Wimbledon player Anthony Wordsworth and discuss his time with Wimbledon under 3 different managers, him leaving Wimbledon and what he’s up to now.
Danny and Lee are this week joined by Wimbledon fan and comedian Bob Walshy Walsh. They discuss Saturdays game and the events on and off the pitch. Talk about our SLO’s and should they be more professional. Freddy Flaxman put a statement out on social media, we discuss the financial part and discuss investment again. Preview the Easter weekend fixtures against Crewe and Wycombe.
Danny and Lee are this week joined by Wimbledon fan Stevie Christoforou. They talk Sheffield Wednesday and Charlton. Should a new manager be given free reign on a new process? Or should we stick with what we have? They ask the question - Is relegation really that bad? Preview a game we have on Saturday.
Lee and Danny discuss the defeat to Cambridge. Then they talk about Robbo departing, was our bad run solely down to Robbo or was he dealt a bad hand by the DT and PLC boards. Was Joe Palmer to blame or was it down to all of the above. We now have a new manager in Mark Bowen and his assistant Eddie Niedzwiecki, they have 7 games to save our season. Our thoughts on the appointment. Preview the away game to Sheffield Wednesday.
Lee and Danny this week discuss the defeat to Cheltenham. They then talk about the statement released by the DTB and PLC board regarding Robbo’s position. We then take questions from fans. Lastly we preview the massive game against Cambridge at Plough Lane
This week Lee and Danny are joined by Wimbledon fans Mark Buzwell and Sam McCready. Discussing the defeat to Lincoln. 2 camps. One is Robbo in and the other is Robbo out. They discuss their reasons why Robbo should be IN the job or why he should be OUT of a job. Then they finish with a preview of the massive game against Cheltenham. The only unofficial AFC Wimbledon podcast. By the fans. For the fans
Lee and Danny discuss the recent losses to Wigan and Plymouth. Now 16 games without a win. Talk about Joe Palmer leaving and who we want to see come in. Our football room 101 and what annoys us about football in general. Preview another huge home game against Lincoln at Plough Lane
Lee and Danny are joined by Wimbledon fan Callum Price. They discuss the defeat to Bolton and the bore draw against Gillingham. Speak to Callum regarding how he become a Wimbledon fan, at 19 is he a dons trust member, how he keeps engaged and how important is fan ownership. Finally they preview the massive match at home to Doncaster.
Lee and Danny are joined this week by Marc Jones. They talk about the draw against Sunderland and then they discuss all things AFC Wimbledon. The early years, the trust, fan owned, where we are now and where we are going.
This week Lee and Danny are joined by Dons Trust Board member Charlie Talbot. They discuss the recent defeats to Charlton and Rotherham. The lads question Charlie regarding the bond, investment, fan ownership and all things Wimbledon. Preview Sunderland
Lee and Danny discuss the games against Shrewsbury and Cheltenham. The transfer window closing. Are we heading for a fans civil war? Predictions for the rest of the season. Preview Charlton and Rotherham. By the fans. For the fans.
Lee and Danny are joined this week by Wimbledon fan Mark Hendrikx. Discussing the games against Burton and Ipswich. Ollie Palmer’s move to Wrexham, are the football committee doing a good job? The window closing - what rumours have we heard? We finish previewing the games against Shrewsbury and Cheltenham.
This week Lee and Danny are joined by podcast OG Jamie Whittington. They talk through the draws against Morecambe and Portsmouth. Ollie Palmer - do we sell or do we keep him? Goals - the best goals we've seen us score and also conceded against us. Preview Burton away and Ipswich at home. By the fans. For the fans
Lee and Danny return after Christmas and discuss 3 defeats in a row to Oxford, Boreham Wood and that lot. They then turn their attention to the January transfer window. Who will come in? Who might be leaving? And our use of the loan system. They then turn their attention to the massive 6 pointer at home to Morecambe.
Lee and Danny this week discuss the draw at Wycombe. Covid and how it's affecting football and how it could impact us. The ballot of Boreham Wood and what could the club do? Robbo has reached 48 games in charge, we rank his tenure so far. Preview the Christmas games.
Lee and Danny discuss the wins against Cheltenham and Accrington. The FA Cup draw against Boreham Wood - banana skin or easy win? The Dons Trust elections. 3 of the most pivotal players to play for AFC Wimbledon. Lastly they preview the big game away to Wycombe.
Lee and Danny are joined by Wimbledon fan Henry Robertshaw. They start by discussing the draw at home against Fleetwood. As it is FA Cup weekend we talk about our favourite FA Cup moments. December is a big month but who is a big month for and who will still be here in January? Preview the Cheltenham and Accrington game.
A jam packed episode as we are joined by Rob Salem (The Jester). We talk about Portsmouth and Crewe. Ayoub Assal sending off and his temperament. Also Dapo Mebude and where is he? The queues to get into the ground and the bar at half time, why has this not been sorted? The 91 club and talking to Rob about how he completed it. Preview Fleetwood.
This week Lee and Danny speak to Erik Van Schaik. Erik is a Wimbledon fan from Holland. Why and how did he start supporting the Dons? Is he a dons trust member and engaged? We discuss the current Dons Trust elections, the Q&A session that was recently put out from Joe Palmer, Robbo and Will Daniels. We then finally review the big games against Portsmouth and Crewe.
Lee speaks to Andy Sullivan and Ross Standen regarding the early Wimbledon days. The CCL and the league cup win at Woking.
Lee and Danny are this week joined by Dons fan Daniel Lewis. They discuss the defeat to Cambridge. The Dons Trust, Elections and what we want from the board. Guiseley in the FA cup and lastly is Aaron Ramsdale the best player we've ever had on loan?
Lee and Danny are joined this week by dons fan James Bruce. They discuss the defeats to Wigan and Palace U23’s. Do we think the club are capable of organising the club professionally and are you confident of those in charge? Finally, we talk about the Ryman Premier league playoff final against Staines.
Lee and Danny discuss the draw against Sheffield Wednesday and the victory away to Lincoln. They talk about the combined counties days, the players, the day trips and all the stories from the 1st 2 seasons as AFC Wimbledon. Finally they review the big home game this Saturday against Wigan.
Lee Finch and Danny Baker are this week joined by Matt Couper. They discuss our current injury list. The greatest football story and how you can get involved in a mosaic at Plough Lane. Lastly Danny has some trivia questions.
Lee is joined this week by Danny Baker and they discuss the draw with Burton. They talk about our season so far and how we will push on after the International break. Lee gives 10 players who he thinks should have played for England or got more caps for England or the country they represented. Lastly Danny asks Lee two honest questions.
This week Lee is joined by Mark Lewis and Danny Baker. We discuss the defeats to Shrewsbury and Rotherham. Lee puts the lads on the spot regarding criticism of the club and fans opinions. In the final part we discuss the current squad and our playoff winning squad and who we would pick from the two.
This week Lee Finch is joined by Danny Baker and Jamie Slevin. Discussing losses to Plymouth and Arsenal. Is this the best squad we have ever had and then previewing the game against Shrewsbury or Shrowsbury Music by Samuel McCready
Lee caught up with AFC Wimbledon Ladies team midfielder Megan Stow and they discussed all things Wimbledon and Ladies football. Music by Samuel McCready
Lee is joined this week by Danny Baker and they discuss the draw away to Ipswich, the cup draw against Arsenal, season tickets and the fiasco surrounding tickets, new feature - on the spot and finish with a preview of Oxford on Saturday at Plough lane.
This week Lee is joined by Conor Sheridan and Danny Baker. We discuss the loss away to Sunderland and the win in the cup at Northampton. The transfer window and is our business complete? Is Robbo becoming a tinker man and will this affect performances? Honest questions to finish.
This week Lee is joined by Danny Baker and Andrew Harding. Dedicated to Plough Lane. The fan zone, hospitality, the games against Bolton and Gillingham. The atmosphere. The positives and negatives.
Finchy and the returning Jamie are joined by Dons fan Rob Borland to discuss the two victories away to Doncaster and Charlton, the issues surrounding ticketing over the past few days, before looking forward to the fans return to Plough Lane this coming Saturday against Bolton Wanderers.
Lee Finch is joined on the 1st episode for the new season by Danny Baker and programme editor Chris Thorpe. Talking pre season and new signings. Plough lane - cost for food and drink, stadium card and the general sale for Bolton. Finally we answer some fans questions as honestly as we can.
Join Jamie and Finchy for the last episode of the 2020/21 season where they discuss the new 25 year season ticket, players leaving us in the summer before unveiling the inaugural Wombles Had a Dream Podcast Player of the Season.
Jamie is joined by Dons fans Danny Baker and Spike Godding to discuss staying a League One club for another year and the past season as a whole, as well as their thoughts on potential ins and outs over the summer before discussing the inaugural Wombles had a Dream Podcast POTY award.
Finchy and Jamie chat about the two points picked up against Ipswich and Rochdale, before being joined by Arash Rezai and Andrew Harding to discuss recruitment, statistics and data, as well as the new football commitee.
Jamie and Finchy are joined by Dons striker Ollie Palmer off the back of 3 straight wins. They chat about the breaking news regarding the European Super League, Ollie's journey in football as well as a frustrating debut season in a Wimbledon shirt plus much, much more!
Jamie and Finchy discuss the two great wins against Accy and Ipswich before being joined by Dons fans Luke MacKenzie and Colin Dipple to chat about what the club could offer fans who have bought NRST and debentures, Plough Lane, finances as well as a quick preview of this weekend’s game against Swindon
Finchy is joined by dons fans Dan Baker and Jamie Slevin. They dissect the Easter fixtures vs Plymouth and Fleetwood. They then talk about the broncos vote, trust engagement and the pro’s and cons of being a member plus much more...
Lee and Jamie are joined by Don's First Team Coach & Loans Manager Rob Tuvey as they discuss his time at the club, his rise from fan to the first team, the youth academy and what it is exactly a Loans Manager does.
Finchy and Jamie are joined by Dons fan Sydney Bevan to discuss the result against Charlton, football culture and what it means to them before previewing the massive game at home to Northampton on Saturday.
This month’s special is a chat with head groundsman Anthony Quinn. Anthony took time out of his busy schedule to chat to Lee regarding the pitch at plough lane and how it would hold up if the ground share with London Bronco’s gets the go-ahead.
ITS A LONG ONE! Jamie and Finchy are joined by AFC Wimbledon Head Coach Mark Robinson to discuss his first month in the job. Join them as they talk about the big picture, recruitment, social media and changing attitudes as well as much, much more!
Jamie and Finchy discuss the results against Blackpool and Burton Albion, before being joined by Dons Trust Board Member Hannah Kitcher and Xavier Wiggins where they discuss the strategy review, Dons Local Action Group, finances amongst other issues.
Finchy and Jamie are joined by dons fans Mark Sturges and Danny Baker to discuss the defeat to Hull, goalkeeper issues and the run of games in March which may decide which division we will be playing in next season.
Finchy is joined by Richard Cassells, Mark Buzwell and Lewis John Wood as they discuss the recent game against Peterborough. They then discuss away days, what they miss, favourite, worst, best pubs and all your away day stories. Then they preview Gills and Hull at home.
Jamie, Finchy and Boycey are joined by Dons fan Russell Earl as they discuss money in football, the current state of non league and the scrapping of the proposed salary cap for Leagues 1 and 2 - PLUS an in-depth chat about the managerial appointment with some messages and questions from fans.
Jamie and Finchy are joined by US based Wimbledon fan Freddy Flaxman to discuss how he came to support the Dons, why he ran in the Dons Trust elections and what he thinks he can bring to the club in the future.
Finchy and Boycey are joined by Titch Cassells and Mark Lewis to discuss fan ownership and the idea of outside investment.
Finchy, Jamie and Boycey are joined by Spike Godding to discuss the departure of Glyn Hodges and Nick Daws, their time in charge and talk about the next man, or woman, who will become the next Dons boss.
Finchy is joined by Robert Boyce and Sydney Bevan to discuss the result at Crewe, the transfer business of the past week before looking forward to the next few games.
Join Jamie and Finchy as they talk to former Dons midfield maestro Gareth Graham, and chat about his time with the club, his career, the 'unbeatables' and one or two stories from the old days.
Lots to discuss on this weeks episode as the boys are joined this week by Dons fan Neil Leedham. Listen to us chat about player's attitudes and social media posts, injuries and whether Ollie Palmer is the new Kwesi Appiah and we finally get to talk about the club communications.
Lee and Jamie are joined by dons fans Rob Boyce and Sam Elliot, where they discuss Covid19, our transfer business over the past week before looking forward to the rest of the January transfer window.
Lee and Jamie are joined again by dons fans Robert Boyce and Chris Thorpe, discussing coronavirus, a potential circuit breaker, Steve Seddon returning to Brum, formations and Glyn's job.
Finchy and Jamie talk to London Broncos fan Chris Caulfield about the potential Plough Lane ground share, before being joined by boxers David Weatherhead and Lerrone Richards.
Lee and Jamie discuss the potential ground share with London Broncos, before being joined by ex Dons boss Dave Anderson.
Lee and Jamie are joined by Dons fan Conor Sheridan to discuss last week's home games and their top chants, while Lee tries to win us over with his undeserving Boo Boy arguments.
Lee and Jamie are joined by BTPL match day programme editor Chris Thorpe to discuss Chris’ role, the three games against Gillingham, Barrow & Crawley and all about bringing some old school atmosphere back to Plough Lane.
Lee is joined by Rob and Jamie to talk about the upcoming 4 games in 5 days, the youth setup, and to discuss their dream Wimbledon FC/AFC Wimbledon 5 a side team.