Best BBC Radio Merseyside Podcasts (2025)

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Potter’s Pressure, Arsenal’s Late Equaliser & Man Utd’s Gaming Edge 40:48

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2d ago40:48

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Wayne Rooney is back with another packed episode, along with Kelly Somers and Kae Kurd. Comedian and actor Tom Davis and rapper Guvna B - both West Ham fans - join them to discuss Graham Potter’s uncertain future, what has gone wrong and who might step in if he leaves? We also hear about the time Wayne gave Tom an ear bashing at Soccer Aid. They al…

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Grudge Matches: Merseyside Derby, Steven Gerrard & Pizzagate 36:15

5d ago36:15

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Wayne Rooney relives football’s fiercest grudge matches with Kelly Somers and Kae Kurd, just in time for Liverpool v Everton and Arsenal v Man City. From feeling sick before Merseyside derbies to locking Coleen out the house for hanging Liverpool flags up. He opens up on Pizzagate, smashing into opponents, and why his friendship with Steven Gerrard…

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Manchester United's Derby Woes & Remembering Ricky Hatton 38:01

10d ago38:01

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It may be the early hours in South Korea, but Wayne’s still up to join Kae Kurd and Kelly Somers on the latest episode of the pod. Wayne pays tribute to the late Ricky Hatton; remembering not just the fighter, but the man behind the gloves. He reflects on Hatton’s impact on boxing and recalls the time he carried The Hitman’s belts into the ring bef…

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Manchester Derbies: Fergie's Fury, Balotelli Madness & Shaun Wright-Phillips 43:33

12d ago43:33

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Overhead kicks, t-shirts, Balotelli and Tevez. Yes, this episode is all about Manchester derbies and to ensure this is not a one-sided affair, Shaun Wright-Phillips joins Wayne, Kelly Somers and Kae Kurd to rep Manchester City. As well as picking their favourite derby wins, we also find out who received the worst hairdryer Wayne ever saw from Sir A…

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The Michael Owen Debate & Was Louis van Gaal Better Than Fergie? 40:21

16d ago40:21

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Does Wayne think he was better than Michael Owen at 17? That’s what you’re all here for and Wayne, Kelly and Kae discuss this on the latest episode. Wayne gives his response and reveals what it was like playing alongside Owen and what he’s really like behind closed doors. Meanwhile, Wayne remembers how a helicopter used to sometimes show up at the …

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Kebabs With Beckham, Chelsea's Match Attire & England Camp Secrets 40:21

19d ago40:21

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Wayne Rooney returns with Kelly Somers and Kae Kurd to share stories from his England days including dinner with Posh and Becks, cliques in the 2000s squad, and why he once called Chelsea players “scruffy". Why can’t he believe that Gary Neville and Jamie Carragher are good pals now? And which minnows told Fabio Capello what they really thought of …

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Arsenal’s Lack Of Bravery & Pep’s Last Dance? 39:46

23d ago39:46

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Wayne Rooney, Kelly Somers and Kae Kurd return to discuss the big game at Anfield where Liverpool beat Arsenal. Wayne has questions for Mikel Arteta: is he brave enough to win the title? Why didn't his side go for Liverpool and why wasn’t Eberechi Eze selected from the start? Wayne also reveals Sir Alex’s favourite words of advice when Manchester U…

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Amorim's Turmoil, Water Slides Transfers & Musical Coaching 37:12

27d ago37:12

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Is Ruben Amorim reaching breaking point at Manchester United? Wayne, Kelly and Kae discuss the shock defeat to Grimsby Town with questions over Benjamin Sesko being the second-to-last penalty kick taker for United. Plus transfer stories galore with the inside track on Wayne’s move to Old Trafford in 2004, signing players on water slides, Wayne’s go…

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Pressure On Amorim But Grealish & Dowman Both Star 28:49

1M ago28:49

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With just one point from Manchester United’s first two games, Wayne Rooney dives into the growing pressure on Ruben Amorim alongside host Kelly Somers and comedian and football fan, Kae Kurd. How long does Amorim have to steady the ship? Everton celebrated their first win at their new stadium, and Wayne breaks down Jack Grealish’s instant impact wh…

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Ibiza With Slot & Why Wissa's Situation Is Worse Than Isak's 30:25

1M ago30:25

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What happens when you're relaxing on holiday and suddenly you find yourself stood next to the manager of the recently crowned Premier League champions? That's where Wayne Rooney found himself a few weeks ago as he tells host Kelly Somers and comedian Kae Kurd about his experiences with Arne Slot in Ibiza. From honeymoons in Vegas to touring Japan w…

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Should Signing Donnarumma Be United's Top Priority? 35:48

1M ago35:48

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Manchester United’s goalkeeping woes take centre stage as Wayne Rooney joins host Kelly Somers and comedian Kae Kurd to weigh in on the club’s defeat to Arsenal. Rooney doesn’t hold back, calling United “crazy” if they don’t make a move for PSG’s Gianluigi Donnarumma following yet another costly goalkeeping error. They also revisit classic Arsenal …

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Rooney Responds to Brady & Reveals Grealish Everton Role 36:38

1M ago36:38

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Wayne Rooney kicks off his new podcast with presenter Kelly Somers and comedian Kae Kurd, diving straight into the headlines. He responds to Tom Brady’s jab about his work ethic at Birmingham City, calling it unfair and setting the record straight. He weighs in on the Alexander Isak situation - will he stay put at Newcastle or make a move to Liverp…

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Welcome to… The Wayne Rooney Show 0:23

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Wayne Rooney joins Kelly Somers & Kae Kurd to talk Premier League drama, crazy career moments & behind the scenes tales with football’s biggest names.By BBC Radio 5 Live