Podcasts by Fantasy Weekly FPL Podcast

Ep 30: The End? from 2021-05-25T17:47:09

Holly returns to join Dave and James in what might be (but might not be) the last Fantasy Weekly episode ever.

Ep 29: The TC Curse Continues from 2021-04-22T16:40:24

James and Dave discuss the ramifications of a gameweek fraught with discussion points, both within the fantasy sphere and outside of it.

Where Has James Been? from 2021-04-15T21:11:41

Ep 27: Goodbye Holly, Hello GW26 from 2021-02-24T14:39:35

As the panel say goodbye to Holly, GW26 continues to loom over us.

We talk about Holly's Wildcard side, the tricky captaincy call and what to do with the probably-but-no...

Ep 26: Navigating the next 4 gameweeks from 2021-02-17T15:25:56

Ben conveniently and suspiciously declares his absence ahead of episode 26 of the Fantasy Weekly podcast, with Holly, Dave and James looking ahead to Gameweek 25 and beyond.

Ep 25: Double Gameweek, hold the tonic. from 2021-02-10T19:05:04

Blimey, it's a Wednesday episode of the Fantasy Weekly. I thought they'd stopped those?

Nope. Ben, Holly, Dave and James answer your questions ahead of Double Gameweek 2...

Ep 24: The paracetamol to your GW23 headache? from 2021-02-05T14:34:19

In this episode, the Fantasy Weekly panel gather to squeeze in their thoughts ahead of Gameweek 23.

Ep 22: DGW19, GW20 and KdB from 2021-01-21T19:32:01

The panel reconvene during the double gameweek chaos to bring you their thoughts ahead of Gameweek 20 and reflect on an eventful Gameweek 19.

Suffice to say, the double ...

Ep 20: CHRISTMAS SPECIAL from 2020-12-25T07:42:16

Aside from captaincy and transfer chat ahead of Gameweek 16, the panel discuss their favourite Christmas songs, films and dinner guests to see out 2020.

Merry Christmas ...

Ep 18: The filling in your GW12/13 sandwich from 2020-12-14T13:45:22

With the gameweeks coming thick and fast, and Fantasy Weekly panel convene on a Sunday evening to bring you their fresh-out-of-the-oven takes on Gameweek 12 and a look ahead to Gameweek...

Ep 17: Which premium gets the chop? (GW12 preview) from 2020-12-09T13:59:44

With so many premiums performing over Gameweek 11, the panel are once again left scratching heads over how to proceed.

Is Salah essential? Can we go without KdB? Can Son...

Ep 16: Premiums: gotta catch 'em all! from 2020-12-02T13:49:54

In episode 16 of season 2, Dave, Holly, Ben and James ponder the various premium options in form at the moment. Is KdB essential? Can we go without Salah? Are the Spurs men on borrowed ...

Ep 15: The Worst Wildcard of All Time? from 2020-11-25T14:55:36

In this episode, the panel look at bringing back Salah, City assets, Gameweek 10 captains and what was possibly one of the worst wildcards ever played by one of our panelists.

Ep 14: Covinjuries and GW9 Preview from 2020-11-18T14:02:33

In part 2 of our international break double bill, the Fantasy Weekly panel discuss a turbulent international break, with Ben Dinnery offering plenty of insight into what we can expect f...

Ep 13: International Break pt. 1 (GW8 Review) from 2020-11-11T13:58:53

In this episode of the Fantasy Weekly podcast, Dave, Ben, Holly and James discuss the events of GW8 and what it means for FPL managers.

Part 1 of our International Break...

Ep 12: Should we smash the template? from 2020-11-04T13:51:01

In Episode 12 of the Fantasy Weekly podcast, the panel discuss whether or not the template is worth sticking to.

We also explore Trent replacements, premium mids, budget...

Ep 11: Ben's rants and FPL bants from 2020-10-28T13:29:56

Ben Dinnery hijacks Episode 11 of the Fantasy Weekly podcast and uses it as a soapbox to air his grievances at some of the Premier League's underperforming sides.

Are Br...

Ep 10: Livestream ahead of GW6! from 2020-10-22T18:09:02

Dave rejoins the Fantasy Weekly panel to broadcast their thoughts on GW6.

Ep 09: GW5, And Beyond! from 2020-10-15T18:21:55

On this re-uploaded episode of the Fantasy Weekly podcast, technical problems mar what was a great episode of discussion about GW5 and beyond!

With Dave still on vacay, ...

Ep 08: The First 4 Gameweeks: Deconstructed from 2020-10-07T15:15:43

With Dave on a tactfully timed holiday after his horrible Gameweek, Holly, Ben and James are left to search through the wreckage of the first 4 gameweeks in search of signs of life.

Ep 07: City, Werner and too Many Penalties from 2020-09-30T13:38:06

In Episode 7 of the Fantasy Weekly podcast, the panel discuss both Manchester clubs, the future of Timo Werner and the ludicrously high number of penalties being awarded at the moment.<...

Ep 06: House of the Rising Son from 2020-09-23T13:24

In Episode 6 of the Fantasy Weekly podcast, James returns to discuss GW2 with the panel.

We reflect on a record-breaking weekend of goals, with Spurs, Everton and City a...

Ep 05: Ben takes the Hot Seat from 2020-09-16T12:50:03

Well folks, GW1 is over. Time to find out how we did!

The Fantasy Weekly panel have lost James to annual leave, so it's up to Ben to fill in as we look at our GW1 regret...

Ep 04: GW1 Captains, Tinkers and Chat from 2020-09-09T13:12:26

Panic stations, folks - the season is about to start.

But fear not - the Fantasy Weekly panel are here to aide your final tinkers ahead of the new season.

Ep 03: Your 20/21 Questions Answered from 2020-09-02T14:09:24

In this episode, the panel answer your burning questions ahead of the 20/21 season.

Team structure, COVID-19, attackers, Liverpool assets, the City/United dilemma...and ...

Ep 02: The Panel's GW1 Teams from 2020-08-26T13:17:17

In this episode, Dave, Holly and Ben get their teams out for the lads.

We discuss the fixtures and what it means for the initial stages of the season, with chip strategy...

Ep 01: We are back, baby! from 2020-08-20T09:40:16

The Panel are back and raring to go. Ben, Holly and Dave give their take on their top 3 players for the new season, bargains that they've found, and Ben talks about his new found love o...

Ep 76: 19/20 Season Review from 2020-08-05T14:25:11

Holly and Dave join James to reflect on their 19/20 seasons. Were they happy with their OR? What would they have done differently? Was this an easy or a hard season?

The...

Ep 75: General Returns! (GW34 Live-stream) from 2020-07-07T11:41:55

With Holly and Ben busy on Monday evening, Dave and James called for reinforcements in the shape of @FPLGeneral.

Mark returns for one night only to give his take on the ...

Ep 74: GW33 Preview Livestream from 2020-07-03T14:16:48

Episode 74 is another livestream! The panel (Ben, Holly and Dave) join James to reflect on Gameweek 32+ and, more importantly, look ahead to Gameweek 33+.

We answer your...

Ep 73: The Pre-GW31 Livestream from 2020-06-23T16:16:39

In this episode, the panel look back on an eventful return to the Premier League in Gameweek 30, before discussing their plans for Gameweek 31.

With the gameweeks coming...

Ep 72: The Pre-Deadline Live-stream from 2020-06-19T10:02:02

Holly, Ben, Dave and James descend upon the livestream to answer your questions before the Premier League's restart!

Ep 71: The Ultimate Reset Team from 2020-06-10T13:12:43

With a week until the Premier League returns, the Fantasy Weekly panel put together their ideal restart-squad. 

Who makes the cut? Who gets the cut? When can we get a ha...

Ep 70: FPL's back on the menu, boys! from 2020-06-03T12:53:09

In this very special episode, we celebrate the imminent return of the Premier League with 35 minutes worth of FPL-based discussion.

We discuss teams with the best run-in...

Ep 69: The Livestream! from 2020-05-28T14:17:23

On this commemorative episode of the Fantasy Weekly podcast, James, Holly, Dave and Ben get together LIVE to discuss the Premier League returns, the status of our FPL teams, fake crowds...

Ep 68: Birthdays, Dark Days and Live Plays from 2020-05-20T13:41:20

In this episode, the panel discuss the latest developments in Project Restart, including the return of the Bundesliga and how we can use it to learn more.

We also play a...

Ep 67: Worst FPL Moments (and FPL solved!) from 2020-05-06T13:10:30

In this week's episode of the Fantasy Weekly podcast, the panel reflect on their worst FPL moments (of which there are plenty to talk about).

In other news, Dave solves...

Ep 66: Project Restart and Best FPL Moments. from 2020-04-29T13:04

In Episode 66 of the Fantasy Weekly podcast, the panel manage to find plenty of actual FPL content to discuss.

In the first half we talk about the Premier League's plan ...

Ep 65: BEN DINNERY SPECIAL! from 2020-04-22T12:49:38

In this unique episode, we turn the focus onto our resident injury expert.

He talks about how he got into the injury field (not by jumping over the gate), why he hates t...

Ep 64: Desert Island FPL Players. from 2020-04-15T13:30:28

On Episode 64 of the Fantasy Weekly podcast, we go unscripted and unplanned. The conversation that results is, at times, actually quite enriching.

We've even managed to ...

Ep 63: The Big Quarantine Quiz from 2020-04-08T13:00:19

In this week's episode, Ben, Holly, James and Dave each host a quiz round for each other, with the winner going right down to the wire.

Plus James is exposed as a mathem...

Ep 62: Dream XV and the fate of the season. from 2020-04-01T14:04:17

In this FPL-focused episode, we discuss some new updates regarding the potential conclusion of the season, before comprising our dream FPL squad.

Ben gets real about the...

Ep 61: An AMA with the panel from 2020-03-25T12:16:11

In this week's tenuous excuse for recording a podcast, we ask the panel your questions.

Ben, Dave and Holly share some of their most intimate secrets whilst James tries ...

Ep 60: Covid-19 and its implications. from 2020-03-18T14:16:17

In this unique episode of the Fantasy Weekly podcast, we discuss the implications of the coronavirus outbreak on Premier League clubs, players and, of course, FPL.

We'll...

Ep 59: BGW31, Chelsea, City, Alexa from 2020-03-11T09:58:30

In Episode 59 of the Fantasy Weekly podcast, Ben accidentally sets off his Alexa whilst talking about groinal injuries.

We talk about lots of FPL stuff too, but that's r...

Ep 58: Vardy, Ings and Batistuta's Ankles from 2020-03-04T10:06:45

With James back from Italy and probably infection-free, the gang reconvene to look ahead to Gameweek 29.

We discuss the once-popular Jamie Vardy and Danny Ings, as well ...

Ep 57: Blanks, Wolves and Fixture Swings from 2020-02-26T07:39:19

With James battling Coronavirus in Italy, Dave takes the hosting reigns and welcomes special guest Ryan from FantasyYIRMA.

The panel discuss the sacrifices we should be...

Ep 56: Blanks, doubles and Citypool. from 2020-02-19T06:43:51

Though we continue to be stuck in the quicksand of Gameweek 26, the promise of Gameweek 27 on the horizon gives the panel plenty to talk about.

We discuss the optimal fr...

Ep 55: City, DCL and Quiz from 2020-02-12T14:02:54

Deep in the throngs of the Winter Break, the panel discuss some of the key talking points from the first weekend of fixtures.

As a bonus (and because there aren’t that m...

Ep 54: New panelist, same FPL. from 2020-02-05T14:03:15

It’s a very special episode of the Fantasy Weekly podcast as we reveal our new, mystery panelist.

After that, it’s business as usual. We look ahead to Gameweek 26, touch...

Ep 53: Wildcards, Strikers and Announcements from 2020-01-29T14:01:25

In Episode 53 of the Fantasy Weekly podcast, the panel dwell briefly on Gameweek 24 before pressing on and looking ahead to Gameweek 25.

We discuss the renewed appeal of...

Ep 52: A Noble attempt at live-streaming. from 2020-01-22T14:14:22

Because of those pesky midweek fixtures we decided to live-stream ahead of Gameweek 24's deadline.

Will the panel play their triple captains? If so, will it be Mo, Mane ...

Ep 51: Leicester triples and Watford tipples. from 2020-01-15T14:32:29

On this Episode of the Fantasy Weekly podcast, the panelists look ahead to Gameweek 23 with the likes of Watford and Southampton in their crosshairs.

We also discuss whe...

Ep 50: Triple Liverpool and Festive Reflection. from 2020-01-09T14:04:04

It's episode 50 of the Fantasy Weekly podcast!

To celebrate what is a completely rudimentary milestone, we've made sure to be as dysfunctional and error-strewn as we usu...

Ep 49: The Christmas Special! from 2019-12-25T06:50:10

It's Christmas!

The panel discuss the Boxing Day fixtures amongst Christmassy musings in the first ever Fantasy Weekly Christmas Special!

What should we ...

Ep 48: GW18 blank and Chelsea total wa-...rubbish. from 2019-12-18T14:08:14

The panel spend most of Episode 48 talking about two teams: Liverpool and Chelsea.

Firstly, what do we do with our Liverpool assets ahead of the blank? We discuss what w...

Ep 47: We need to talk about Kevin. from 2019-12-11T14:19:48

In Episode 47 of the Fantasy Weekly podcast, the panel put their heads together to tackle Gameweek 17 and beyond.

What do we do with Kevin De Bruyne? Was Zaha a bad choi...

Ep 46: Pre-Gameweek 16 live stream from 2019-12-06T13:12:06

With the fixtures more congested than a winter cold, we decided to live stream the latest podcast ahead of Gameweek 16.

A word of caution: the quality of the sound on th...

Ep 44: Value of the Sterling drops from a Mount from 2019-11-27T12:29:41

The panel discuss loads of big talking points this week. Are Spurs assets viable under Mourinho? What should we do with Mount and Sterling? Should we be looking more seriously at the in...

Ep 43: Gameweek 13 and Beyond from 2019-11-20T09:17:59

We owe this episode to the legendary Keven Bader, who stepped in last minute to produce this pod after Jack, our commander-in-chief, picked up a problem with his eye (kinda like Firmino...

Ep 42: The first 12 gameweeks in 50 minutes. from 2019-11-13T14:48:38

In Part 1 of our international break double, the panel reflect on the first 12 gameweeks of the season.

Are City rubbish now? Which Liverpool players do we need? How hav...

EP 41: Que Salah, Salah from 2019-11-06T16:45:25

On Episode 41 of the Fantasy Weekly podcast, we talk about what to do with our premium strikers. Sterling is on 4 yellows: do we hold him? Does Salah deserve a place in our sides?

Ep 40: Leicester, Man United and premium attackers. from 2019-10-30T13:43:09

The panel spend a good chunk of this episode talking about Leicester's ridiculous 0-9 win against Southampton and whether their assets are urgently required.

Mark reluct...

Ep 39: The end is nine. from 2019-10-23T14:13:52

On our post-Gameweek 9 episode of the Fantasy Weekly podcast, we search for the answer to a question that every FPL manager is asking: why is everything going so badly?

...

Ep 38: The moves to make ahead of GW9 from 2019-10-16T13:15:08

In this episode, the panel look ahead to Gameweek 9. That involves discussing Wildcard teams (hypothetical, of course), transfers, captains and answering your questions.

Ep 37: The first 8 gameweeks in 42 mins from 2019-10-09T15:08:53

On Episode 37 of the Fantasy Weekly podcast, Mark, James, Holly and Dave reflect on the first 8 gameweeks of the season so far.

That means a d...