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The Albion Roar

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

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

City still can't beat us.

No goals. NO GOALS. But there is talk of a race across the world.

Another gloatfest, featuring nine unanswered goals.

Vic and Nick join Ady & Al to go over the Sunderland away performance, including a subsequently overturned red card for Pascal Struijk, and we pay tribute to Doug Loft.

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Recent Guests

Dan Tester
Author of Brighton & Hove Albion on This Day and former Albion in the Community press manager
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Episode: The Albion Roar - 5th November 2026 with guest Dan Tester
Matthew Stelling
Brighton supporter and contestant on Celebrity Race Across the World
Episode: The Albion Roar - 28th October 2026 with guest Matt Stelling
Andy Bass
Episode: The Albion Roar - 21st October 2026 with guests Andy Bass and Werner Schröer
Werner Schröer
Dutch Brighton supporter who has followed the club for nearly 25 years.
Episode: The Albion Roar - 21st October 2026 with guests Andy Bass and Werner Schröer
Vicki Rees
Brighton & Hove Albion supporter and football commentator.
Episode: The Albion Roar - 14th October 2026 with guests Vicki Rees and Nick Szczepanik
Nick Szczepanik
Football journalist and author.
Episode: The Albion Roar - 14th October 2026 with guests Vicki Rees and Nick Szczepanik
Robert Townsend
Author of Long Way Together
Author, Long Way Together
Episode: The Albion Roar - 7th October 2026 with guest Robert Townsend
Stephen Lewis
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Episode: The Albion Roar - 23rd September 2026 with guests Stephen Lewis and Matt Goulson
Matt Goulson
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Episode: The Albion Roar - 23rd September 2026 with guests Stephen Lewis and Matt Goulson

Hosts

Ady Packham
Host of The Albion Roar with long-running involvement in community radio and Albion fan media.
Alan Wares
Co-host and presenter with deep involvement in Albion fan media and community radio.

Reviews

4.6 out of 5 stars from 110 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 Kingdom11 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 Kingdom13 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

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One listener pieced a critical note about co-host dynamics; overall sentiment remains positive about content and guests.
Fans value insider club context and diverse guest lineup.
Balanced banter and solid guests are a strong draw for listeners.

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How this podcast ranks in the Apple Podcasts, Spotify and YouTube charts.

Apple Podcasts
#159
United Kingdom/Sports/Soccer
Apple Podcasts
#162
Australia/Sports/Soccer
Apple Podcasts
#7
Philippines/Sports/Soccer
Apple Podcasts
#94
Philippines/Sports
Apple Podcasts
#160
Hong Kong/Sports/Soccer
Apple Podcasts
#212
New Zealand/Sports/Soccer

Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

The Albion Roar - 28th October 2026 with guest Matt Stelling
Q: How did it come about that you ended up doing it?
Jeff Stelling had been approached to take part but needed a family member to join him. Matthew left his job to participate, having previously applied for the show with a friend.
The Albion Roar - 28th October 2026 with guest Matt Stelling
Q: So tell us about your Albion supporting history.
Matthew grew up without a strong connection to a club, then began attending Brighton matches after moving to the city for university. Meeting supporters and making friends through the club made Brighton feel like home.
The Albion Roar - 5th November 2026 with guest Dan Tester
Q: Where are you at as a Brighton fan right now?
Tester says it is the best period in the club's history, pointing to its football, atmosphere, and place in the Premier League, and says he is happy to be a Brighton fan.
The Albion Roar - 5th November 2026 with guest Dan Tester
Q: Take us back to your memories of first hearing about the Goldstone being sold and how everyone kind of got together.
Tester says he learned about the sale through Goal's Eye, the Argus, and conversations with supporters. Fans organized actions including leaving matches early, boycotts, whistles, red cards, and letter-writing, driven by fear that the club might cease to exist.
The Albion Roar - 7th October 2026 with guest Robert Townsend
Q: What made you want to write the book?
Robert Townsend explains that writing the column for the Argus helped him discover universal themes of belonging, memory, and family, and he wanted to create a book that captures Brighton & Hove Albion's history in a way that resonates with fans of other clubs as well.

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A fan-led football show focused on Brighton & Hove Albion, blending in-depth analysis with banter and guest perspectives. Episodes cover fit for European pushes, match tactics, player performances, stadium developments, and community aspects, often featuring journalists, fans, and club-affiliated voices. Noteworthy is the willingness to mix serious football critique with lighthearted local culture, sponsorship shenanigans, and long-running fan engagement, making it a go-to for supporters seeking both context and camaraderie.

Potential listeners should expect accessible tactical takes, club history and current events, and a strong community vibe that extends beyond matchdays. The format often includes guests from journalism, fan groups, and ... more

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Recent guests on The Albion Roar include:

1. Dan Tester
2. Matthew Stelling
3. Andy Bass
4. Werner Schröer
5. Vicki Rees
6. Nick Szczepanik
7. Robert Townsend
8. Stephen Lewis

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