Best Shan Man Podcasts (2025)

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EVERTON 0-1 ARSENAL: Tifos, Tactics, and Terrible Officiating 59:43

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4d ago59:43

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In the last fixture before Christmas, The Blue Frontier wishes everyone a Merry Christmas and happy holidays, while hoping the PGMOL gets a dose of consistency in the new year. James and Ryan dissect Everton's gritty 1-0 defeat to Arsenal at Hill Dickinson Stadium: a tough outing for a depleted Toffees side missing Iliman Ndiaye and Kiernan Dewsbur…

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CHELSEA 2-0 EVERTON: Burned at the Confounded Bridge (Again) 52:04

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Everton haven't had much luck at Chelsea lately, but they rolled into this one in solid form. Sadly, it wasn't the day to snap their winless streak at Stamford Bridge, tumbling 2-0 and pushing that drought to 31 years. On this episode, James and Ryan zero in on a game defined by big chances: eight in all, with Chelsea converting theirs amid Everton…

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EVERTON 3-0 FOREST: Dyche Derby Demolition 42:48

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In a commanding 3-0 Premier League victory at Goodison Park, Everton dismantled Sean Dyche's Nottingham Forest, climbing (briefly) to fifth in the table and marking four wins in five under David Moyes. The Toffees struck early with a deflected own goal off Nikola Milenkovic from Kiernan Dewsbury-Hall's delivery, disrupting Forest's defensive setup …

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BOURNEMOUTH 0-1 EVERTON: Bounce-Back Brilliance 59:43

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In this episode of The Blue Frontier, the hosts dissect Everton's historic 1-0 victory over Bournemouth at the Vitality Stadium, marking the Toffees' first-ever away win against the Cherries in the Premier League. James, Ryan, and Shan break down Jack Grealish's late deflected goal that sealed the gritty bounce-back from the Newcastle defeat (compl…

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EVERTON 1-4 NEWCASTLE: Barcodes at Full Power 51:02

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Everton's three-game momentum ended in emphatic fashion as Newcastle United walked out of Hill Dickinson Stadium with a 4–1 win. On this episode of The Blue Frontier, James, Shan, and Ryan take a clear-eyed look at a first half that collapsed: a set-piece breakdown, midfield gaps, and a back line repeatedly exposed. They explain why the James Garne…

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MAN UNITED 0-1 EVERTON: A Little Slap, A Lot of Pickford 43:21

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Everton's 1–0 win at Old Trafford was both the strangest and most satisfying result of the season, and this week The Blue Frontier tries to make sense of all of it. James and Ryan walk through a match that swung from meltdown to resilience in minutes, starting with Idrissa Gana Gueye's surreal red card ("It was bizarre… I've never seen him so angry…

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EVERTON 2-0 FULHAM: Offside Goals, Midfield Control 52:36

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Everton stop the slide with a 2–0 win over Fulham at the Hill Dickinson Stadium: a match that could've easily finished five if not for the linesman and VAR's meddling. The Blue Frontier crew dive into what made this performance click: Moyes' much-needed adjustments, Garner's surprising stability at right back, Tim's tidy control in midfield, and Ba…

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SUNDERLAND 1-1 EVERTON: 28 Minutes Later 51:12

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The Blue Frontier is back to dissect the gory details of a post-Halloween clash at the Stadium of Light against top-five Sunderland. The podcast triumvirate of James, Ryan, and Shan grapple with an Everton side that dazzled for the first 28 minutes, capped by Iliman Ndiaye's stunning left-footed curler, only to morph into brainless zombies as Grani…

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EVERTON 0-3 SPURS: Set Piece Shenanigans 1:01:36

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Everton's first home loss at Hill Dickinson Stadium came with a hard lesson in margins. James, Ryan, and Shan return to sort through the frustration and the facts: two set-piece lapses, some dodgy refereeing, and not mention, another match where Everton's play looked better than the scoreline. This week's episode leans into a new format shaped by c…

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MAN CITY 2-0 EVERTON: Annual Etihad Reality Check 39:54

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Everton held their own for 45 minutes at the Etihad, but against Manchester City, fine margins always seem to go one way. James and Shan break down the Toffees' 2–0 defeat, where Iliman Ndiaye's electric first half and Jordan Pickford's shot-stopping weren't enough in the face of Erling Haaland's inevitable brace. The duo unpack David Moyes' setup:…

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Pulse Check: PL Early Surprises & Flops 1:31:45

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The Blue Frontier crew take the opportunity at at the international break to do a league-wide pulse check after 7 matches played: revisiting their preseason predictions and dissecting how every club's story is unfolding so far. Everything is on the table here (no pun intended): Fulham's "they are who we thought they were" midtable solidity, Burnley…

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EVERTON 2-1 CRYSTAL PALACE: Changing the Bio 1:00:45

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Maybe it's a touch late, but that just lets The Blue Frontier dive deeper into tactical waters with a upbeat post-match pod on Everton's stunning 2-1 comeback against Crystal Palace at Hill Dickinson Stadium. James, Shan, and Ryan unpack the rollercoaster: a woeful first half where the Toffees were tactically undone by Palace's sharp midfield duo o…

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EVERTON 1-1 WEST HAM: Right Side Ripped Apart 1:04:35

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Everton's unbeaten home record stayed intact with a 1–1 draw against West Ham, but the performance left plenty to unpack. Michael Keane's towering header gave the Toffees an early lead, only for Jared Bowen's deflected strike to cancel it out and renew the sense of frustration around the Hill Dickinson. In this episode of The Blue Frontier, James a…

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WOLVES 2-0 EVERTON: Cup Dreams Crushed at Molineux 38:11

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For the second straight season, Everton crash out of the Carabao Cup in the third round, this time a 2-0 defeat to bottom-placed Wolves at Molineux. James and Ryan pick apart David Moyes' heavily rotated XI that left fans scratching their heads: Seamus Coleman starting at left back, Dwight McNeil miscast yet again, and summer signings Charly Alcara…

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LIVERPOOL 2-1 EVERTON: No Edge at Anfield 1:02:29

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The latest Merseyside Derby at Anfield ended in familiar fashion for Everton: a 2–1 defeat to Liverpool. Ryan Gravenberch's early volley and Hugo Ékitike's close-range finish punished a stretched Everton midfield, leaving Jordan Pickford exposed. Yet Idrissa Gana Gueye's thunderous strike after halftime briefly tilted the momentum, reminding the aw…

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EVERTON 0-0 ASTON VILLA: Chance Creation, Finishing Frustration 57:41

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Everton's winless run against Aston Villa in the Premier League stretched to 13, as the Toffees settled for a 0–0 draw at Hill Dickinson Stadium. On paper it looked like a stalemate, but the match itself told a different story: 20 shots, 46 touches in Villa's box, and over 2 expected goals: evidence of a side creating plenty, just not finishing it.…

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DEADLINE DAY RECAP: Röhl, Risk, and Right-Back Regrets 1:00:39

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Deadline Day is in the books, and the full TBF trio takes stock of Everton's summer. James, Ryan, and Shan walk through the full window position by position, testing their own preseason assessments against what actually unfolded. Merlin Röhl's late arrival from Freiburg, the sale of Youssef Chermiti to Rangers, and the splashy additions of Kiernan …

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WOLVES 2-3 EVERTON: Grealish, Garner, and Good Vibes 52:35

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Everton's August renaissance rolls on. A 2-3 win away at Wolves makes it three straight victories in all competitions. Almost unbelievably, that means as many league wins in August as the previous four years combined. Beto bullied Wolves' back line for the opener, Iliman Ndiaye leaned into the banter with a wolf-themed celebration, and Kiernan Dews…

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EVERTON 2-0 MANSFIELD TOWN: Perfectly Professional Performance 48:07

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Everton made it ten straight wins in their League Cup openers, seeing off League One Mansfield Town 2–0 at the Hill Dickinson with second-half goals from Charly Alcaraz and Beto. It was more "professional" than thrilling, but hardly short on storylines. On this episode of The Blue Frontier: American Everton Analysis, James, Ryan, and Shan dive into…

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EVERTON 2-0 BRIGHTON: Debut Victory at the Docks 1:03:53

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133 years after Goodison Park first opened, Everton christened their new Hill Dickinson Stadium with a 2–0 win over Brighton. The Blue Frontier crew break down a landmark day: goals from Iliman Ndiaye and makeshift left back James Garner, Jack Grealish's impressive debut in blue, and Jordan Pickford's penalty save that sealed the occasion. We dig i…

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PREMIER LEAGUE PREVIEW: Blue Spin on Rival Remodels 1:31:18

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The Blue Frontier crew casts their gaze over the Premier League's "other 16," dissecting the transfer whirlwind, tactical shifts, and last season's form shaping the mid-table and relegation scraps. Newly promoted sides load up on youth, like Sunderland's Diarra-led charge, while Bournemouth's press (1st in PPDA) keeps defenses sweating. West Ham's …

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LEEDS 1-0 EVERTON: When "Out of Position" Becomes the Position 49:45

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Everton's Premier League season opener at Elland Road ended in familiar fashion: August defeat, a handball controversy, and a fanbase perhaps already questioning the transfer committee. In the the first post-match recap of the new campaign, James and Shan break down Leeds United 1–0 Everton, by the numbers and by the VIBES. James Garner's surprise …

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Summer Series Wrap, Dewsbury-Hall Arrives, Dibling Derailed? 1:08:00

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Back from Atlanta and back behind the mic, the Blue Frontier trio break down Everton's 2–2 draw with Manchester United in the final match of the PL Summer Series. The conversation covers tactical shifts, including James Garner operating as a deep midfielder, Charlie Alcaraz forced wide, and a promising first look at Adam Aznou. But many of the usua…

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SUMMER SERIES SPECIAL: Supporters Unite, Transfers Ruminate 1:06:08

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Everton are set for a US roadtrip, and The Blue Frontier crew is riding shotgun. In this special Summer Series episode, James and Shan go full tour guide, handing the mic to Evertonians from New York, New Jersey, Chicago, and Atlanta to spotlight fan-led festivities across the US: from five-a-side footy and boat cruises, to all out Southern-style t…

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EVERTON TEAM ASSESSMENT, PART 7: Right Back & Keeper Targets 1:25:26

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The Blue Frontier has reached the FINAL FRONTIER in its 2024–25 Everton squad assessment series with a deep dive into the club's most critical remaining gaps: right-back and goalkeeper. Building on the tactical and data-heavy groundwork laid in Part 1, James, Ryan, and Shan kick off with news on Idrissa Gana Gueye and Michael Keane re-signing, as w…

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EVERTON TEAM ASSESSMENT, PART 6: Left Back & Center Back Targets 1:15:56

6M ago1:15:56

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Part 6 of The Blue Frontier's 2024–25 Everton squad assessment series takes on a big brief: left backs, center backs, and all the latest transfer noise. PLUS a new theme song to set the tone (thanks to Steve Barkwill and Laura Lockwood, links below!) James, Shan, and Ryan kick things off with reactions to the kit reveal (Stake-free at last), the Se…

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EVERTON TEAM ASSESSMENT, PART 5: Central Midfield Targets 1:33:05

7M ago1:33:05

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Just when you think it's not possible, The Blue Frontier brings to you their biggest list of names yet – almost 70! - with Part 5 of their 2024–25 Everton squad assessment focusing on CM/DM. If you want some in depth analysis on a massive position of need for Everton, this may be your podcast. Building up on their initial team analysis in Part 1, J…

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EVERTON TEAM ASSESSMENT, PART 4: Attacking Mid Targets 1:15:58

7M ago1:15:58

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Part four of our 2024–25 Team Assessment digs into Everton's creative conundrum. With Dominic Calvert-Lewin's exit all but official, the guys evaluate potential reinforcements up top, headlined by the links to Villarreal striker Tierno Barry. Is he worth the €40M plunge? They then dive into the main course: central attacking midfield, where Charly …

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EVERTON TEAM ASSESSMENT, PART 3: Right Wing Targets 1:03:26

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The Blue Frontier's 2024/25 Squad Assessment continues with Part 3: a deep dive into Everton's biggest attacking void, the right wing. James, Shan, and Ryan bring their trademark blend of rigor and realism to a position crying out for pace, 1v1 threat, and open-play creativity. Building on Part 1's tactical framework (goal threat, progression, stru…

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EVERTON TEAM ASSESSMENT, PART 2: Striker Targets 1:03:30

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In Part 2 of their 2024–25 Everton squad assessment, The Blue Frontier team turns its attention to center forwards and wide attackers, offering the kind of detailed, data-driven analysis you won't find anywhere else in the Everton media space. James, Shan, and Ryan build on Part 1's tactical themes (goal threat, progression, structure, and more) to…

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EVERTON 2024/25 TEAM ASSESSMENT: PART 1 1:24:29

7M ago1:24:29

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The Blue Frontier launches its 2024/25 Team Assessment with Part 1: a sharp, data-driven look at Everton's squad under David Moyes. James, Shan, and Ryan dig into the root causes behind the club's biggest issues, laying the groundwork for smarter summer moves and a clearer path forward. The trio tackle the pressing questions: Why couldn't Everton s…

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GOODBYE GOODISON: A Fitting End, A New Beginning 46:32

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Everton's 2-0 win over Southampton was the final act at Goodison Park, but the real story was the crowd, the blue smoke, and the people who made the Grand Old Lady what it was. In this episode, James, Shan, and Ryan reflect on the last Men's match at Goodison, not just the 2 goals from Illiman Ndiaye, or Seamus Coleman's emotional start, but what t…

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The Summer of Squad Decisions 1:13:49

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With the arrival of a new CEO and signs of movement on the transfer committee, The full Blue Frontier crew returns to assess a crucial summer for Everton. The episode opens with the official news that Goodison Park will become the permanent home of Everton Women, a move that carries both emotional and financial weight. From there, Ryan walks throug…

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FULHAM POST-MATCH: Second Half Surprise Surge 1:01:57

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James and Ryan are here to deliver a lively breakdown of Everton's stunning 1-3 comeback against Fulham at Craven Cottage, turning a shaky first half into a triumphant Thames-side affair. The hosts dissect an uncharacteristic Toffees performance: their first away win from a 1-0 deficit in over two years. Vitali Mykolenko, Michael Keane, and Beto st…

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IPSWICH TOWN POST-MATCH: Goodison's Last 3PM Letdown 1:01:26

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Unfortunately, Everton again drop points after having a 2-0 lead against a surprisingly stout Ipswich side at the 2nd to last league match, and final 3pm kickoff at Goodison. Ryan and James bring you all the details: from the fantastic display in the stands courtesy of the 1878s, to the bangers scored by both sides, and beyond. James and Ryan along…

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RECRUITMENT MODELS, PART 2: Brighton & Hove Albion 1:13:29

8M ago1:13:29

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In this compelling episode of The Blue Frontier, hosts James Boyman, Ryan, and Shan embark on a deep dive into Brighton and Hove Albion's renowned recruitment strategy, widely regarded as the Premier League's gold standard, to uncover lessons for Everton's anticipated summer overhaul under the Friedkin Group. Sparked by Angus Kinnear's claim that B…

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CHELSEA POST-MATCH: Can't Bridge the Billion Pound Gap 1:02:48

8M ago1:02:48

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Unfortunately, Everton could not sell a hotel or it's women's team to fund talent to overcome the tactical and performance challenges at Stamford Bridge, as the Toffees fell 1-0 to Champion's League-aspiring Chelsea. Despite a 30-match winless streak at the Bridge and a daunting billion-dollar net spend gap, the Toffees showed fight, with tactical …

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MAN CITY POST-MATCH: X (Twitter) Spaces Roundtable 1:03:48

8M ago1:03:48

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A belated posting of the X (formerly Twitter) Spaces hosted by Shan & Ryan following Everton's 0-2 defeat at Goodison Park to Man City. Accompanied by a number of guests, the guys discuss a number of different topics: Impact of injuries on Everton's strategy, Future prospects for player development and potential transfers Challenges and opportuniti…

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TOFFEE-FEST RECAP: Celebrating Doucoure's Winner in San Diego 46:06

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In this episode, James and Shan reflect on their experience at Toffee Fest 2025 in San Diego, discussing the vibrant atmosphere, the weekend's activities, and of course, Everton's dramatic 1-0 victory vs Nottingham Forest. This episode represents a slight departure from the Blue Frontier's normal post-match episodes, with a more relaxed look at the…

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ARSENAL POST-MATCH: Return of the Ndiaye 1:12:23

9M ago1:12:23

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Maybe it wasn't the prettiest affair, but The Blue Frontier delivers a lively episode brimming with banter and sharp analysis. Hosts James, Shan, and Ryan kick things off with an exciting breakdown of the upcoming Toffee Fest 2025 in San Diego, where James and Shan will be on hand to join Everton ambassador Graham Stewart and over 170 North America…

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LIVERPOOL POST-MATCH: Depressing Anfield Derby (Again) 59:22

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After a long wait for another post-match, the Blue Frontier is back after Everton's gritty 1-0 loss to Liverpool in the 246th Merseyside Derby. The trio is fired up and ready to go through what was a somewhat lackluster (albeit competitive) loss at Anfield. In this episode, they break down all the tactics and matchups, as well as discuss the more m…

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FOOTBALL RECRUITMENT MODELS, PART 1: Newcastle United 1:17:22

9M ago1:17:22

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The Blue Frontier begins their first of a multi-part series, looking at different Premier League clubs' transfer strategies, and assessing what Everton can learn from different approaches to team building as the Toffees prepare for a massive rebuild this summer. The first team in the series, having just won their first trophy in 70 years, is Newcas…

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EVERTON EXECUTIVE SHAKEUP: Kinnear Deep Dive & Lessons From Leeds 1:08:44

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Everton's new era under The Friedkin Group is starting to take shape, and The Blue Frontier crew is here to break it all down. In this episode, James, Ryan, and Shan take a deep dive into the appointment of Angus Kinnear as CEO-in-waiting. What does his tenure at Leeds United tell us about his vision for Everton? With a strong background in commerc…

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WEST HAM POST-MATCH: Moyes Derby Draw Destiny 1:02:18

10M ago1:02:18

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The full crew is reunited on this episode of The Blue Frontier to dig into Everton's 1-1 draw at home to West Ham, extending their unbeaten run to 9 matches. Ryan, James and Shan dig into the phases of the game, from a stalemate of a first half, to WHU gaining traction to start the 2nd, to Moyes' successful triple sub that put Jake O'Brien in posit…

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WOLVES POST-MATCH: Unbeaten But Underwhelmed 43:39

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Everton escaped their trip to Molineux with a 1-1 draw against Wolves, bringing their unbeaten run to 8 games in the league, something David Moyes has not achieved as a manager since his OG spell leading the Blues. James and Shan are here to dissect the (admittedly) less-than-thrilling match which saw both goals scored within a 7 minute spell in th…

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THE MOYES EFFECT: Everton's Turnaround by the Numbers, Stadium/Boardroom Volatility, and the Frontier Feedback Loop 1:26:23

10M ago1:26:23

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David Moyes's return has brought a good feeling back to Everton fans worldwide, and the numbers help tell the story we all know: Everton are thriving under his leadership. In this episode of The Blue Frontier, James and Shan take a deep dive into the data, breaking down how Moyes' tactical approach compares to Sean Dyche's tenure. (05:54) From shif…

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BRENTFORD POST-MATCH: Better Do Beto to Beat the Bees 1:04:06

10M ago1:04:06

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Everton's unbeaten run continues! The Toffees extend their streak to seven matches after a hard-fought 1-1 draw at Brentford's G-Tech Community Stadium. It was a chaotic affair that Evertonians might feel hard done to not take all three points from. In this episode of The Blue Frontier, James, Ryan, and Shan break down all the key moments—from Beto…

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MAN UNITED POST-MATCH: PGMOL United Against EFC 1:03:57

10M ago1:03:57

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Everton and Manchester United played out a dramatic 2-2 draw at Goodison Park, but the biggest talking point wasn't the goals, it was the disastrous refereeing. In this episode of The Blue Frontier, James, Ryan, and Shan break down Everton's blistering start, where Beto and Doucouré fired the Toffees into an early 2-0 lead, only for controversial o…

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CRYSTAL PALACE POST-MATCH: Another Wing Clipped 1:04:50

11M ago1:04:50

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Three matches in a week? No problem for Everton—or The Blue Frontier! James, Shan, and Ryan are back in full force to break down the Toffees' gritty 2-1 victory over Crystal Palace at Selhurst Park, completing their first league double over the Eagles since 2004-05. It wasn't just about football, though—this episode somehow covers religion, childbi…

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MERSEYSIDE DERBY POST-MATCH: Tarkowski Time, Blue Bedlam 1:06:14

11M ago1:06:14

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The Blue Frontier is back following the incredibly dramatic finish of the 120th, and final Merseyside Derby at Goodison Park. James Tarkowski stepped up in the final minute of stoppage time to thump home a deserved equalizer when all hope was nearly lost. James and Ryan analyze the significant moments, including all 4 goals, missed opportunities, a…