The Tilehurst End - A Reading FC Podcast

It’s not gone well in the last week has it? Reading complete a turgid 3 game run with a loss on the road to beach-bound Doncaster. Ben and Ross discuss the very shape of that Yorkshire beach and try to work out what the shape on the field was, with Paudie O’Connor ranging upfield. There’s a bulging mailbag to go through as well, and Ross pre-empts the Player of the Season discussion with a themed version of Dingwang. Article mentioned: https://shorturl.at/uSSkL Thanks as always to our friends at ZCZ Films for sponsoring the pod Thank you to The Amazons for providing the theme song Thank you to Siren Brewing - Get 10% off your next Siren order. Use code TILEHURST10 at the checkout on a minimum spend of £30. Follow The Tilehurst End on Twitter @thetilehurstend Follow Ross on Bluesky @webberross.bsky.social Follow Ben on Twitter @mrblthomas

The Royals concede late twice over Easter weekend, and leave themselves with a lot to do to make the play offs. Ben and Ross dissect the duo of games with fairness… and a little frustration. The mailbag leads the boys into a discussion of whether Kamari Doyle should return next season after his loan spell; and will a quiz on Coppell’s career finally be enough to topple Ben’s winning streak on the newly named Dingwang? Thanks as always to our friends at ZCZ Films for sponsoring the pod Thank you to The Amazons for providing the theme song Thank you to Siren Brewing - Get 10% off your next Siren order. Use code TILEHURST10 at the checkout on a minimum spend of £30. Follow The Tilehurst End on Twitter @thetilehurstend Follow Ross on Bluesky @webberross.bsky.social Follow Ben on Twitter @mrblthomas

It’s 20 years since the 106 season, and 15 years since Wimb started The Tilehurst End! Ben and Ross bring on the founder for a breakdown of the Wigan game and a walk down TTE memory lane. With the 106 season celebration coming up, Ross quizzes his (said with love) older compatriots on their memories from the campaign, and the lineup from the promotion-winning game in Leicester. Thanks as always to our friends at ZCZ Films for sponsoring the pod Thank you to The Amazons for providing the theme song Thank you to Siren Brewing - Get 10% off your next Siren order. Use code TILEHURST10 at the checkout on a minimum spend of £30. Follow The Tilehurst End on Twitter @thetilehurstend Follow Ross on Bluesky @webberross.bsky.social Follow Ben on Twitter @mrblthomas

The boys discuss a setback loss to Stevenage, in which Reading recorded no shots after the 18th minute. The listeners help the pair to discuss whether players or strategy are to blame when performances go askew in matches. And in the yet-to-be-named quiz segment, Ross quizzes Ben on the victories from the 2006/07 season. Thanks as always to our friends at ZCZ Films for sponsoring the pod Thank you to The Amazons for providing the theme song Thank you to Siren Brewing - Get 10% off your next Siren order. Use code TILEHURST10 at the checkout on a minimum spend of £30. Follow The Tilehurst End on Twitter @thetilehurstend Follow Ross on Bluesky @webberross.bsky.social Follow Ben on Twitter @mrblthomas

With 8 games to go, Reading seize 6th place with 4 points from 2 games. Ben and Ross break down the performances… or do their best guess for Plymouth. Are Reading fans starting to believe in the promotion push? Plus, more Spanish words for Royals fans in El Endo de Tilehurst, and Ben pulls out a mega performance in our new quiz feature! Thanks as always to our friends at ZCZ Films for sponsoring the pod Thank you to The Amazons for providing the theme song Thank you to new partner Siren Brewing - Get 10% off your next Siren order. Use code TILEHURST10 at the checkout on a minimum spend of £30. Follow The Tilehurst End on Twitter @thetilehurstend Follow Ross on Bluesky @webberross.bsky.social Follow Ben on Twitter @mrblthomas

Ross gets on the lime Jarritos and goes a little wild for this review of the Luton and Mansfield games, as Reading continue to flirt with the playoffs. There’s discussion of long kelvin’s hattrick vs the hatters, as well as a look into Joel Pereira’s underlying numbers for the campaign. The boys debate the merits of bringing NFL tactics to Berkshire in the Mailbag. Plus, there’s a new quiz-based feature at the end for listeners to get involved with! Thanks as always to our friends at ZCZ Films for sponsoring the pod! Thank you to The Amazons for providing the theme song! Thank you to new partner Siren Brewing - Get 10% off your next Siren order. Use code TILEHURST10 at the checkout on a minimum spend of £30. Follow The Tilehurst End on Twitter @thetilehurstend Follow Ross on Bluesky @webberross.bsky.social Follow Ben on Twitter @mrblthomas

After several rain soaked pitches led to a 3 week break for the Reading women, the team returned to the field with a 0-0 draw against Southampton Women on Sunday. Peter Matthews joins Ross for a chat about the current state of the team and the exciting list of upcoming fixtures. There’s discussion of the excellent recent goalkeeping from Sophie Butler, plus a preview of the League Cup Semi Final with AFC Portchester. Thanks as always to our friends at ZCZ Films for sponsoring the pod! Thank you to The Amazons for providing the theme song! Thank you to Siren Brewing - Get 10% off your next Siren order. Use code TILEHURST10 at the checkout on a minimum spend of £30 at sirencraftbrew.com Follow The Tilehurst End on Twitter @thetilehurstend Follow Ross on Bluesky @webberross.bsky.social Follow Ben on Twitter @mrblthomas

The shoe is on the other foot this week. Reading snatch victory from the jaws of defeat late on against Bradford to strengthen their playoff credentials. Ben and Ross discuss the playstyle that’s taken Leam this far with Noel’s stuttering Reading team, as well as the prospect of the rest of the season without Jack Marriott. There’s also discussion Leam Richardson’s recent STAR Q&A, plus news on the upcoming exciting fixtures for the Women’s team. Thanks as always to our friends at ZCZ Films for sponsoring the pod! Thank you to The Amazons for providing the theme song! Thank you to new partner Siren Brewing - Get 10% off your next Siren order. Use code TILEHURST10 at the checkout on a minimum spend of £30. Follow The Tilehurst End on Twitter @thetilehurstend Follow Ross on Bluesky @webberross.bsky.social Follow Ben on Twitter @mrblthomas

Reading concede in the sixth minute of stoppage time at bottom club Port Vale, sparking calm reactions across the fanbase... Ben and Ross discuss what’s contributing to the Royals struggles with holding leads, and analyze the team’s over-eagerness to clear the ball. Former host Marc Mayo pops into the mailbag with an email that spurs comparison of the 24/25 and 25/26 starting lineups. Thanks as always to our friends at ZCZ Films for sponsoring the pod! Thank you to The Amazons for providing the theme song! Follow The Tilehurst End on Twitter @thetilehurstend Follow Ross on Bluesky @webberross.bsky.social Follow Ben on Twitter @mrblthomas

In the space of a week, Jack Marriott picks up 4 goals and 4 points for the Royals. The boys discuss what makes the striker so good, with Ross focusing on his ball striking. Ben leads us through a review of the Wycombe and Bolton games, with discussion of the grit shown by some players in the Bolton draw. In an email heavy mailbag, listeners have questions about the pros and cons of Leam’s style of play, and the performances of Paddy Lane. Thanks as always to our friends at ZCZ Films for sponsoring the pod! Thank you to The Amazons for providing the theme song! Follow The Tilehurst End on Twitter @thetilehurstend Follow Ross on Bluesky @webberross.bsky.social Follow Ben on Twitter @mrblthomas

The Royals continue the never ending away trip with stops in Wimbledon and Wigan bringing a win and a loss (not respectively). Ben and Ross debate the team changes made after the loss in southwest London. Plus, there’s discussion of the performances of Paudie O’Connor, Benn Ward, and Joel Pereira. The mailbag brings questions about how Royals fans are feeling about Leam Richardson 3 months in. Ross remarks on the similarities between Reading and Wycombe’s seasons in the preview. Thanks as always to our friends at ZCZ Films for sponsoring the pod! Thank you to The Amazons for providing the theme song! Follow The Tilehurst End on Twitter @thetilehurstend Follow Ross on Bluesky @webberross.bsky.social Follow Ben on Twitter @mrblthomas

The Royals win on the road, but the boys aren’t sure what to make of the team’s road ahead. While Ross thinks he sees green shoots, Ben thinks the season seems just about over already. And just where does the team rank in the League One table since Leamo take over? There’s appreciation for an active January transfer window as well, plus a mailbag with questions on Paudie O’Connor, and Reading’s midfield. Thanks as always to our friends at ZCZ Films for sponsoring the pod! Thank you to The Amazons for providing the theme song! Follow The Tilehurst End on Twitter @thetilehurstend Follow Ross on Bluesky @webberross.bsky.social Follow Ben on Twitter @mrblthomas

4 goals, but only 2 points in 2 games at home for Reading, leaving Ben and Ross to debate whether this team has enough to make a playoff push in the second half of the season. New full backs Ryan Nambe and Haydon Roberts impress, while Ross thinks there’s still a glaring need in the one pocket of the field for this team. Thanks as always to our friends at ZCZ Films for sponsoring the pod! Thank you to The Amazons for providing the theme song! Follow The Tilehurst End on Twitter @thetilehurstend Follow Ross on Bluesky @webberross.bsky.social Follow Ben on Twitter @mrblthomas

Reading stuttered on their return from a 2 week break, falling 3-1 to Leyton Orient in London. Ben and Ross debate the form of various key players at the club, and whether the holiday period’s results were a fair reflection of Reading’s level. Plus, there’s ample discussion of the recruitment, with the January window already two thirds through - with the boys agreeing on the position that needs strengthening the most. And with Louisiana day fast approaching, there’s time for a Paudie O’Connor heavy Preview of the Barnsley clash. Thanks as always to our friends at ZCZ Films for sponsoring the pod! Thank you to The Amazons for providing the theme song! Follow The Tilehurst End on Twitter @thetilehurstend Follow Ross on Bluesky @webberross.bsky.social Follow Ben on Twitter @mrblthomas

It’s cold in RG2, but Leam’s Royals are in a hot run of form on the pitch, picking up 6 points in 4 days against Burton and Stockport. The boys discuss the players who were crucial to the victories including Daniel Kyerewaa’s starring role against Burton. Plus, with no upcoming game to preview, Ben and Ross dig into a meaty mailbag with questions on Reading’s needs in the window and Thanks as always to our friends at ZCZ Films for sponsoring the pod! Thank you to The Amazons for providing the theme song! Follow The Tilehurst End on Twitter @thetilehurstend Follow Ross on Bluesky @webberross.bsky.social Follow Ben on Twitter @mrblthomas

The four host-men of the apocalypse assemble to put Reading’s 2025 to bed. Marc Mayo and Wimb return to help Ben and Ross review the 4 points on the road against Plymouth and the Posh, diving into Special K’s impact on the team… Plus, the TTE Awards return for 2025! Find out who wins our player of the (calendar) year, our most missed player, and the coveted Hal Robson Kanu Underachiever’s award. Thanks as always to our friends at ZCZ Films for sponsoring the pod! Thank you to The Amazons for providing the theme song! Follow The Tilehurst End on Twitter @thetilehurstend Follow Ross on Bluesky @webberross.bsky.social Follow Ben on Twitter @mrblthomas

The Royals are up then down, then up again, running out 3-2 winners over Luton Town thanks to a fantastic piece of centre forward play from long Kelvin. Ben and Ross discuss the game and the overall effect Leam is having on the team so far. There’s debate over the impact of Daniel Kyerewaa and the current most important Reading player. Plus, a bumper mailbag sees the pair answer questions on the positioning of Kamari Doyle in the team and the proper way to serve up a turkey. Plus there’s even time for a review of upcoming opponent Plymouth’s mascot situation. Thanks as always to our friends at ZCZ Films for sponsoring the pod! Thank you to The Amazons for providing the theme song! Follow The Tilehurst End on Twitter @thetilehurstend Follow Ross on Bluesky @webberross.bsky.social Follow Ben on Twitter @mrblthomas

Oh dear: the Leam Richardson bump comes crashing down as Reading lose two games with a whimper in the space of 4 days. TTE writer Bobbins joins Ross to discuss the fallout frm the two games and helps dissect a mailbag full of frustrated Royals. Plus, the pair discuss Lewis Wing’s recent impact on the team, the seeming lack of leaders and the silent style of Pereira, and the recruitment mistakes that need correcting in the next transfer windows. Thanks as always to our friends at ZCZ Films for sponsoring the pod! Thank you to The Amazons for providing the theme song! Follow The Tilehurst End on Twitter @thetilehurstend Follow Ross on Bluesky @webberross.bsky.social Follow Ben on Twitter @mrblthomas

TTE Editor Simeon Pickup is on the pod to discuss Reading’s first league win in Blackpool for two decades. Ross runs through the things that can still improve after an impressive 3-0 win, and Ben comes around on Daniel Kyerewaa, lauding his breakout performance in Royal colours. The TTE team also discuss Kelvin Ehibhatiomhan’s evolving role at the club and how it may look after Marriott returns to fitness. Thanks as always to our friends at ZCZ Films for sponsoring the pod! Thank you to The Amazons for providing the theme song! Follow The Tilehurst End on Twitter @thetilehurstend Follow Ross on Bluesky @webberross.bsky.social Follow Ben on Twitter @mrblthomas

Former TTE favorite and current Reading FC media-man Ryan Jeferiss joins the podcast to reminisce and break down the match with the Millers. Ben and Ross get thoroughly opposite reads on the Rotherham performance, and debate the merits of Wing’s current positioning. Plus, stick around to hear Ross get slated for his ratings in the mailbag. Thanks as always to our friends at ZCZ Films for sponsoring the pod! Thank you to The Amazons for providing the theme song! Follow The Tilehurst End on Twitter @thetilehurstend Follow Ross on Bluesky @webberross.bsky.social Follow Ben on Twitter @mrblthomas