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The Wednesday Word - with Joe Crann

Joe Crann
Sheffield Wednesday
Football
Henrik Pedersen
League One
Pierce Charles
Leicester City
Minus 15 Points
Arise Group / David Storch
EFL / IFR Process
Stoke City
David Storch
David Bruce
Wage Cap / Transfer Fee Restrictions
Jamaica National Football Team

Welcome to 'The Wednesday Word' podcast, a new way to get your Sheffield Wednesday fix with Joe Crann. We'll bring you Owls interviews and updates every week.

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Latest Episodes

Sheffield Wednesday defender Di'Shon Bernard sits down with The Wednesday Word for an exclusive interview to discuss his journey through injury setbacks, the mental and physical challenges of recovery, and his determination to come back stronger.

'D... more

Join our host, Joe Crann, as he talks through the latest takeover news at Sheffield Wednesday, discussing the growing confidence as Arise remain in dialogue with the EFL and Dejphon Chansiri.

He also speaks to Liam Palmer about an upcoming charity e... more

David Storch, whose Arise Capital Partners consortium is hoping to buy Sheffield Wednesday, released a lengthy statement taking aim at the EFL last night after being informed that the Owls would be hit with -15 next season.

Our founder, Joe Crann, g... more

From difficult conversations to promotion highs and cowboy hats… 🎙️

In this candid interview, David Stockdale opens up about his incredible time at Sheffield Wednesday -  from playing a key role in their push for promotion, to the shock of being dr... more

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Di'Shon Bernard
Professional footballer, Sheffield Wednesday player
Sheffield Wednesday
Episode: Honest Di'Shon Bernard opens up on injury struggles, Sheffield Wednesday's future and unreal fans in exclusive chat
Liam Palmer
Sheffield Wednesday player and long-time club member
Sheffield Wednesday
Episode: Sheffield Wednesday takeover progress, Chansiri dialogue and EFL hopes
David Stockdale
Former Sheffield Wednesday goalkeeper, now football club owner
Owner of a football club (Farsley AFC)
Episode: 'I'll ride into Hillsborough on a horse!' - Sheffield Wednesday memories with promotion favourite David Stockdale
Henrik Pedersen
Sheffield Wednesday manager
Sheffield Wednesday
Episode: Inside the complex mind of Sheffield Wednesday's Henrik Pedersen

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Joe Crann
Host with ongoing coverage of Sheffield Wednesday updates, ownership talks, and fan engagement.

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5.0 out of 5 stars from 2 ratings
  • Up the owls

    Top man brilliant content, helps me keep up to date from the Isle of Man

    Apple Podcasts
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    Isle of Man wim Jonk
    United Kingdom13 days ago

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-15 points, David Storch statement and next steps - The Wednesday Word LIVE
Q: How confident are you about the takeover progressing, given the uncertainties?
The host presents a cautious optimism, acknowledging multiple moving parts and stressing that while plans and people (including potential CEO David Bruce) look promising, there is no certainty until the EFL and IFR processes clarify the timeline.
-15 points, David Storch statement and next steps - The Wednesday Word LIVE
Q: What happened with the step back question and the takeover in doubt?
The host argues that it does not feel like a step back; negotiations continue between the Arise Consortium, David Storch, Tom Costin, and Michael Storch, and there is emphasis on moving forward rather than pulling out over the minus 15 points.
Takeover talk, Barry Bannan and more - The Wednesday Word LIVE
Q: What about the Rangers/Pierce Charles situation in terms of future contracts or transfers?
The host acknowledges Pierce Charles as a valuable asset with interest from clubs like Rangers, but notes it will be challenging to keep him, aligning with broader transfer and financial considerations for Wednesday.
Takeover talk, Barry Bannan and more - The Wednesday Word LIVE
Q: Question about the takeover timing; can we see it in the next weeks?
The host notes that nothing has been finalized yet, there is optimism about progress, but there are still moving parts and uncertainty, and they aim to wrap things up toward the end of the season, with announcements tied to transfer window planning.
'I'll ride into Hillsborough on a horse!' - Sheffield Wednesday memories with promotion favourite David Stockdale
Q: What was it like transitioning from player to owner, and how did you balance leadership with staying connected to the game?
He describes a collaborative dynamic with managers and players, stressing honesty and clear communication, and notes how leadership evolved as the club progressed.

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A highly Manchester-oriented football show focused on a storied local club, its ownership saga, and the fanbase's emotional journey. Across episodes, the host discusses the takeover by ownership groups, regulatory hurdles, wage-cap and transfer-fee dynamics, and potential leadership changes, often weaving in fan sentiment, community initiatives, and on-pitch glimpses from trialists and standout performers. Interviews with players and managers, plus live Q&A formats, provide inside angles on squad planning, youth development, and the club's broader strategy to regain stability and aspirational success. A notable pattern is pairing hard timelines and business talk with vibrant, candid discourse from supporters and insiders, creating a blend o... more

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