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The Albion Roar

RadioReverb
Brighton & Hove Albion
Premier League
Football
FA Cup
Crystal Palace
Danny Welbeck
Manchester United
Liverpool
VAR
Chelsea
Pascal Gross
Flowers Unlimited
Arsenal
Fulham
Everton
Barry Lloyd
Nottingham Forest
Fabian Hürzeler
Manchester City
St. Pauli

Established in 2007, The Albion Roar is an hour-long independent football radio show, run by and for fans of Brighton & Hove Albion, and broadcast every Wednesday at 8pm on RadioReverb 97.2FM - Community Radio for Brighton & Hove. Hosted by Ady Packham & Alan Wares.

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Latest Episodes

A defeat by Manchester United greeted with celebrations as the Albion return to Europe. Plus a look ahead to the Women's FA Cup Final, and a temporal faux pas, as Ady, Al and Nick all look forward to next season with Solly March. Guess what happened ... more

A defeat at Leeds, labelled 'Lucky' by Daniel Farke, after a dominant display, and the Players' Awards 2026 are up for discussion this week.

Aby Shepherd of the Shegulls OSC, and Jason Thackeray join Ady and Al to discuss a comfortable 3-0 home win for the men's team over Wolves, and a manic 3-2 FA Cup semi-final victory for the Shegulls over Liverpool.

An unwarranted - and rare - defeat in Newcastle, where the Toon's goals weren't the barndoors the Albion needed them to be. Plus we get a further lowdown on the news of the Albion's new women's stadium plans.

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Recent Guests

Aby Shepherd
Guest, debut on show, Albion supporter and Shegulls member
The Shegulls
Episode: The Albion Roar - 13th May 2026 with guets Jason Thackeray and Aby Shepherd
Andy Bass
Guest on episode, long-time Albion observer
The Albion Roar / Brighton & Hove Albion fan
Episode: The Albion Roar - 6 May 2026 with guests Andy Bass and Vicki Rees
Vicki Rees
Guest on episode, Albion supporter
The Albion Roar / Brighton & Hove Albion fan
Episode: The Albion Roar - 6 May 2026 with guests Andy Bass and Vicki Rees
Justin Brentnall
Guest in the studio, Albion supporter
Brighton & Hove Albion fans/guest
Episode: The Albion Roar - 3rd May 2026 with guests Justin Brentnall and Mark Brailsford
Mark Brailsford
Guest from The Treason Show
The Treason Show
Episode: The Albion Roar - 3rd May 2026 with guests Justin Brentnall and Mark Brailsford
Sam Morton
Sussex Express Sports Reporter
Sussex Express / Sussex World Group
Episode: The Albion Roar - 23rd April 2026 with guest Sam Morton
Jim Daly
Comedian and touring performer
Self-employed comedian
Episode: The Albion Roar - 11th April 2026 - with guest Jim Daly
Jason Thackeray
Guest (delighted to be back on the show)
Brighton & Hove Albion fan/media angle
Episode: The Albion Roar - 5th March 2026 with guest Jason Thackeray
Malcolm Stuart
Former physio and owner of the fastest little legs around
Episode: The Albion Roar - 25th February 2026 with guests Vicki Rees and Malcolm Stuart

Hosts

Ady Packham
Host with long-running involvement in The Albion Roar; appears across multiple roles in community radio and club media.
Alan Wares
Co-host with extensive involvement in the show; regular contributor and community radio presence.

Reviews

4.6 out of 5 stars from 109 ratings
  • It’s ok

    There has to be someone, anyone better than Alan as a co presenter, arrogant and obnoxious. I enjoy the podcast when he’s not talking or interrupting or implying he knows best or belittling younger fans.

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    doctorwho_ontarget
    United Kingdom3 years ago
  • Top podcast

    Love the podcast … we , all three of us (that we know of ) seagulls fans in the Philippines listen always …

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    snibor manila
    Philippines5 years ago
  • Great stuff

    It's a great listen for all Albion fans.

    Keep up the good work!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Socialist Sid
    United Kingdom10 years ago
  • Lovely stuff

    Great show from proper Albion fans. Always nicely balanced views. Some brilliant guests as well. Worth a listen every week.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Walshy966
    United Kingdom12 years ago
  • Great Show

    Much enjoyed by many members of The Australian & New Zealand Supporters Club,informative with some good guests and a must for ex pats wanting to keep in touch with what's going on at the club.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Seagulls Downunder
    Australia14 years ago

Listeners Say

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Fans appreciate insightful guests and banter that balances humor with analysis.
Listeners value the diverse guest mix and strong Albion focus.
Some listeners wish for softer moderation and fewer interruptions.

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#44
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Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

The Albion Roar - 21st May 2026 with guest Tom Hylands
Q: What does Brighton & Hove Albion mean to you, Tom?
Tom emphasizes the community aspect, local connections, and the club's role in bringing people together in Sussex, highlighting how the club acts as a central factor in regional identity.
The Albion Roar - 23rd April 2026 with guest Sam Morton
Q: Obviously, as it's your debut, why don't you tell us a little bit about yourself and your Albion support in history?
Sam Morton shares his background with the Sussex World Group, his long-standing Albion coverage, and how he's followed the club's journey through Europe with excitement, reflecting a deep connection to the team and its fanbase.
The Albion Roar - November 5th 2025 with guest Jenny Gower
Q: What do you do to protect fans from scams?
Jenny emphasizes the club's initiatives to educate fans about purchasing tickets through official channels and to recognize third-party sales as a risk.
The Albion Roar - November 5th 2025 with guest Jenny Gower
Q: Can you give us some background as to what the law is regarding ticket sales?
Jenny Gower explains the legality of selling tickets, emphasizing that selling unauthorized tickets is illegal in football for safety reasons, and discusses how they're combating this issue.
The Albion Roar - 15th October 2025 with guest Guy Butters
Q: How has the PFA's stance or involvement changed under the new leadership?
Butters noticed a lot more initiatives and contact from the PFA since Malango took over, indicating a positive shift in support for ex-players.

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What is The Albion Roar about and what kind of topics does it cover?

A lively, community-driven football radio show focused on Brighton & Hove Albion, blending match analysis, tactical insights, and fan culture with guests ranging from journalists and former players to comedians and club media figures. Episodes frequently cover current form, European ambitions, stadium developments, and broader implications for women's football, while maintaining a friendly, humorous tone and a strong local identity. Noteworthy are regular crossovers with local media, theatre and radio contributors, and a sponsor ecosystem that reinforces community ties. This mix makes it suitable for listeners who want deep Albion coverage, candid outsider perspectives, and behind-the-scenes context about the club and its broader ecosystem.... more

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Recent guests on The Albion Roar include:

1. Aby Shepherd
2. Andy Bass
3. Vicki Rees
4. Justin Brentnall
5. Mark Brailsford
6. Sam Morton
7. Jim Daly
8. Jason Thackeray

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