5 Oct 2026 · 47 min
S8 Ep195: CONCLUSION
Just how bad was Wire’s performance at Old Trafford? Strap in, because Rob still hasn’t quite calmed down, Sam hasn’t got a caveat left to offer and Dennis has pretty much lost the will to pod.
- New episodes
- Every two weeks
- Typical length
- 1 hr 29 min
- Latest
- 5 Oct 2026
- Language
- English
Latest episode
Earlier episodes 29 most recent
-
S8 · E194 · 28 Sep 2026 · 1 hr 23 min
S8 Ep194: THE LAST BROADCAST
Will Warrington win at Old Trafford and finally bring the podcast to an end? There’s every chance this really could be the last-ever broadcast. So download Sam dissecting that win at Leeds, Dennis snuffing out the past and Rob squeezing in one Skyrack anecdote too many. It’s been eight years, 194 episodes. Could this really be goodbye? Enjoy
-
S8 · E193 · 21 Sep 2026 · 1 hr 35 min
S8 Ep193: WHAT CLASSIFIES AS A FISTING?
Warrington’s brilliant performance puts them one game away from Old Trafford, so with the podcast in Oktoberfest high spirits, Sam bags himself another Simon, Dennis whistles to the tune of the referees and Rob’s plant-based buffet on an atoll leads to him questioning why Leon Hayes is only 19 centimetres higher than a buffering BBC presenter’s grassy knoll. www.patreon.com/whatbevan
-
S8 · E192 · 9 Sep 2026 · 1 hr 12 min
S8 Ep192: MORROCAN TEA PARTY
With Wire looking destined to finish third, the podcast questions is their final league fixture a game Tou-lose? Dennis is well and truly pissed after a 12-hour vineyard bike ride, Sam’s goes in search of leadership and Rob senses he's on the verge of being divorced by his fourth wife. Plus, Daniel returns with his goodbyes and the sitcom has a dishy day out. Enjoy. Please subscribe and become a patron at www.patreon.com/whatbevan
-
S8 · E191 · 26 Aug 2026 · 1 hr 19 min
S8 Ep191: DUNGEON ALBANIAN GARDENERS
Three wins in nine days, although, more importantly, has Sam Sankey bought his villa in France? The podcast returns in a positive mood — but will it be tarnished by talk of ADHD, sex workers, Rolf Harris and a tackle-gagging enlargement? Plus, we head to Edinburgh for the Fringe, in search of a hairy sporran. Enjoy. Help support the podcast at www.patreon.com/whatbevan
-
S8 · E190 · 13 Aug 2026 · 1 hr 30 min
S8 Ep190: SOMETHING STICKS
Yes, following two 40-plus wins against two shit teams, the podcast returns. So, has Dennis turned into Dustin Hoffman? Why does Rob have a blistered ball sack? And can Sam backwash his septic tank? Strap in for 90 minutes of utter bollocks as the podders conclude that yet another season will come down to just three games. Plus, the sitcom embraces Pride Week and there’s London’s all-time Wire XIII. Enjoy. www.patreon.com/whatbevan
-
S8 · E189 · 29 Jul 2026 · 1 hr 37 min
S8 Ep189: GEORGE'S SHAKESPEAREAN PLAY
Warrington click for 51 minutes, but Sam’s statistics confirm what many feared: that’s it for the season. Dennis feeds Karl Fitzpatrick’s end of season statements into the What WouldBevan translation generator, while Rob continues his quest to raise his core strength above mashed potato. Plus, Daniel is back with his number one in Wire's Top 30 Summer Rugby Countdown and George walks the boards at The Globe. Enjoy. www.patreon.com/whatbevan
-
S8 · E188 · 15 Jul 2026 · 1 hr 17 min
S8 Ep188: "YOU KNOW" (x25)
Following, you know, the loss to Wigan, the podcast, you know, thinks it knows all the answers. Rob, you know, turns recruitment guru and decides he could probably do, you know, a better job himself. Sam compares, you know, the new NRL TV deal, you know, with Super League and somehow, you know, manages to relate it to his own, you know, cash flow. Dennis calls, you know, everyone’s bluff by taking, you know, a fresh look, you know, at how to, you know, improve the IMG points system. Plus, you know, Daniel, you know, returns with his Number Two, and the pod, you know, goes X-rated courtesy…
-
S8 · E187 · 8 Jul 2026 · 1 hr 29 min
S8 Ep187: A MID-SEASON WOBBLE AND A CHEESY PEP TALK
After Warrington fail with their tricks at Magic Weekend, the podcasters’ focus starts to wander. However, Sam still manages to find some positives in his shitistics following a pep talk at Altrincham Market, Dennis goes in search of a new theme tune for Wire and Rob questions why the Dodgems have gone woke. Plus, Daniel returns with his number three, before the sitcom heads to the circus. Enjoy. www.patreon.com/whatbevan
-
S8 · E186 · 23 Jun 2026 · 1 hr
S8 Ep186: MOMENTS
As Warrington suffer humiliation in their defeat to Leeds, Rob flies off the handle. Was he right, or was it just because he forgot to have his massive morning shit before recording? Sam desperately tries to find a positive but comes up empty, though he does deliver real-time analysis of the game. Meanwhile, Dennis investigates crop circles, wondering if the gap in Burgess’ media training is just a pattern in the wheat. Daniel reveals his number four iall-time 30 Super League Wire player and to mellow us all out, we go rowing down the river. Enjoy!
-
S8 · E185 · 17 Jun 2026 · 1 hr 11 min
S8 Ep185: A BIGGER SPLASH
Following Warrington’s impressive victory away at St Helens, the podcast returns in buoyant mood. Sam delves into the numbers behind Warrington’s homegrown talent, while Dennis battles both his glasses and an increasingly questionable Robin Day impression. Meanwhile, Rob investigates the curious world of knighthoods and uncovers some surprising statistics behind those who have knelt before the sword. Plus, Daniel delivers number Five and the sitcom catches World Cup fever. Enjoy. www.patreon.com/whatbevan
-
S8 · E184 · 10 Jun 2026 · 1 hr 26 min
S8 Ep184: WIRE'S HIDDEN GEM? MAX WOOD'S STAT WILL SHOCK YOU
With very little to get enthusiastic about in Warrington's laborious win over Dull, the podcast turns to percentages. Sam has an incredible stat on Max Wood, questioning why on earth has he been dispatched on loan? Dennis acts out his tackle gags and is ever so excited about the FIFA World Cup, while Rob questions why he’s desperately short of the national UK intercourse longevity average. Plus, Daniel stretches out his Top 30 and we all relax at a health retreat, again. Enjoy. www.patreon.com/whatbevan
-
S8 · E183 · 3 Jun 2026 · 1 hr 28 min
S8 Ep183: RICK THACKERY'S NAME TAG
As Warrington beat Bradford on a scorching afternoon, Dennis begins exploring alternative drinking venues for the Magic Weekend, Sam feels the radiation from a nuclear power station and Rob’s reactor reacts to absolutely nothing following a blissful 5-star holiday in tropical North Queensland. Plus, Daniel’s Top 10 returns despite there being no ordinary players and the sitcom is hit for six! Enjoy. www.patreon.com/whatbevan
-
S8 · E182 · 20 May 2026 · 1 hr 18 min
S8 Ep182: BRODY, QUINT AND HOOPER
Following a victory in France celebrated with a wine from a region 300 kilometres away, the podcast asks questions about Wire’s second half performances. Dennis scans an excellent idea, Sam secures his first commission and Rob quizckly lands a big fish. Plus, Daniel’s countdown enters the top ten and there’s a challenging workshop over at the sitcom. Enjoy… and hey, become a patron. www.patreon.com/whatbevan
-
S8 · E181 · 13 May 2026 · 1 hr 31 min
S8 Ep181: CHICKEN
Following Wire’s exit from the Challenge Cup, the podcast turns to physics with an equation of mass over density. Dennis returns from a trip to a 24ft chalky shaft, Sam serves up chicken and one-and-a-half portions of Laydell soup and Rob reveals he has absolutely no core strength whatsoever amd has his rant edited out of the episode. Plus, is Tyrone May the answer to the Captain’s Challenge? Daniel goes from 3 to 2 in a desperate attempt to stretch out his soundbites and over at the sitcom, we’re off to the job centre. Enjoy. Hey, you... yes, you.. sign up and support this utter nonsense…
-
S8 · E180 · 29 Apr 2026 · 1 hr 31 min
S8 Ep180: VEAL SUBSTITUTE
As Wire mastermind a victory over the pie eaters, the podcast takes a closer look at whether Warrington’s pegs are in the correct order. With Mrs Sankey away, Sam finally finds time for a decent shitistic and looks set to be podcast employee of the week, before his betting scam. Dennis couldn’t care less about the international game and tells a gruesome story about a matador, while Rob suffers an injury on a B&Q equivalent travelator, before looking at the letters behind Daniel’s player countdown. Plus, the sitcom ends up with green fingers. Enjoy. Link to becoming a Patron please:…
-
S8 · E179 · 22 Apr 2026 · 1 hr 21 min
S8 Ep179: THE DESPERATE BELLY DANCER
With Sidekick Steve’s move to Hull now confirmed, we ask the question Stuart Pyke forgot to ask… has his effect on the team already worn off? Meanwhile, Dennis becomes a granddad, Sam pauses longer than a captain’s challenge and Rob would prefer it up the arse than a poke in the eye. Plus, there’s a Tony Meo colour clash, a close encounter of the HJ kind and Daniel continues his player countdown from 30 to 1. Enjoy. Please become a patron and support the pod www.patreon.com/whatbevan Thank you.
-
S8 · E178 · 15 Apr 2026 · 1 hr 47 min
S8 Ep178: BEFORE AND AFTER BREAKFAST POST CONTACT SHIT METRES
Time to review not one, not two, but three Warrington matches. Yes.... the podcast returns following its Easter break, with Dennis saving fuel but still touching a UFO, Sam actually enjoying a game & due to sobriety, pays Fitzy a compliment and Rob reminisces about an AIDS scare in Croatia whilst courting Elaine from Doncaster. Plus, Daniel’s back with his player countdown and the sitcom, thanks to some excellent script writing, lives on, despite nearly being cancelled. Enjoy. Become a patron. Click here please. www.patreon.com/whatbevan
-
S8 · E177 · 25 Mar 2026 · 1 hr 29 min
S8 Ep177: THIS WOMAN'S WORK
It’s four from four… so has there ever been a more positive year of What Would Brian Bevan Say podcast podding? Yes, sit back and relax in the company of Sam’s completely made-up but confident shitistics, Dennis’ techno tackle gags and Rob’s micro penis. Plus, there’s a crucifixion on the sitcom and Daniel returns with more of his player countdown. Enjoy. www.patreon.com/whatbevan
-
S8 · E176 · 18 Mar 2026 · 1 hr 13 min
S8 Ep176: THE GOOGLED SEASON OF ATTRITION
Will you have the attrition to make it through the episode? Yes a new low, even by WhatBevan standards. Firstly Sam’s shitistics come with no numbers whatsoever, then Dennis flogs tenuous film star gags and finally Rob takes the lead at Crufts. Enjoy.... oh and become a patron at www.patreon.com/whatbevan
-
S8 · E175 · 4 Mar 2026 · 1 hr 13 min
S8 Ep175: COME DINE WITH ME
Following two solid wins, the podcast delves into why Wire’s performances have improved. Could it be the new communal dining experience, or perhaps the Halliwell Jones lightshow as it continues to affect the neurodiverse fan base? Either way, buy your ticket for the HJ Express ( oh.. and maybe one more to become a patron) and join 'What Would Brian Bevan Say' as we depart from the platform Fitzy mediocrity. Enjoy. www.patreon.com/whatbevan
-
S8 · E174 · 18 Feb 2026 · 1 hr 23 min
S8 Ep174: ONLY CONNECT
Join us on a hyped-up episode. Yes, following Wire’s magnificent opening win, there’s nothing but positivity as the podders illuminate a Professor Broomhead-initiated game review, a salsa-fuelled bobsleigh team, a remarkable sober Sam Sankey, Rob’s replica Hockney, and more of Dennis’ wedding celebrations (just don’t mention Gary Glitter). Enjoy. www.patreon.com/whatbevan
-
S8 · E173 · 3 Feb 2026 · 1 hr 57 min
S8 Ep173: 14,000 MILES FOR A FRIENDLY
With Dennis still loved up and Mr Sankey still thawing out his calculator from his hibernation, it’s left for Rob to take to the air and cover the Leigh match. Yes, settle back for nearly two hours of uninformative nonsense as the podcast returns for Season 8! Oh… and please become a patron — look, look, the links below. Enjoy. www.patreon.com/whatbevan
-
S7 · E172 · 15 Oct 2025 · 1 hr 43 min
S7 Ep172: THANK F**K THAT'S OVER
The podcast signs off for another year. A huge thank you to all our listeners — but especially to our Patrons. THANK YOU. Without you, this shite wouldn’t be possible. Become a patron please at www.patreon.com/whatbevan See you all next year!
-
S7 · E171 · 17 Sep 2025 · 1 hr 38 min
S7 Ep171: BELINDA CARLISLE
As the players find themselves out of their depth, the podcast takes a plunge behind the scenes. So lap of it up and dive right in as we freestyle until the end of the season. Do you think this rubbish pays for itself? Go on! Please... www.patreon.com/whatbevan
-
S7 · E170 · 3 Sep 2025 · 1 hr 38 min
S7 Ep170: A COUPLE OF PORK CHOPS
Don’t worry, we’re nearly there. Yes, that’s right, yet another podcast episode regurgitating the same old nonsense. Who gives a shit anymore? We don’t! Enjoy.
-
S7 · E169 · 20 Aug 2025 · 1 hr 48 min
S7 Ep169: A MEETING OF MENSA
The podcast reviews the Wigan and Catalans' matches - even though Sam, Dennis and Rob didn't really watch them. There's a carnival atmosphere on the sitcom, more tackle-sag points than you could shake a stick at, and have you ever smeared wintergreen on your genitals? Quick....quick...somebody call the Samaritans!
-
S7 · E168 · 6 Aug 2025 · 1 hr 33 min
S7 Ep168: SEVEN MINUTES
It hardly seems worth podding but somehow the podcast continues with another episode discussing Super League's amateurism, a pain au chocolat, an abundancy of tackle-sag points and what Ralph can see from the top of Arthur's Seat. Enjoy. www.patreon.com/whatbevan
-
S7 · E167 · 23 Jul 2025 · 1 hr 41 min
S7 Ep167: CARL WEBB'S LOFT
As Wire go on a shopping spree the podcast reviews the Catalan and Castleford games. Dennis receives a letter, Sam holds little hope as he plans to bugger off to France, Rob bribes his daughter to lunch and Daniel tracks down Oasis. Plus, the sitcom makes its way to Glastonbury - and should HAL be placed on the Warrington board? Enjoy. Tevita Pangai Jr Knockout https://youtu.be/iG8xVOwbhzA?si=_kA_TrRg8CqU0i0S www.patreon.com/whatbevan
-
S7 · E166 · 9 Jul 2025 · 1 hr 7 min
S7 Ep166: PLAY THE NATIONAL ANTHEM
The podcast is back to full-length recordings, just as Warrington put in a performance not worth talking about. So strap in as we look at an England squad with f**k-all chance of winning the test series, a 321 Dufty Bin section that goes completely pear-shaped, and question whether Burgess will make it to Hootenanny. Enjoy. www.patreon.com/whatbevan
About What would Brian Bevan say
Subscribe and please become a patron. www.patreon.com/whatbevan
What would Brian Bevan say is a English sport podcast from WhatBevan. Melo plays each episode straight from the publisher's own feed — no ads added, no account needed — and remembers where you stopped, in this browser only.
- Publisher
- WhatBevan
- Language
- English
- Category
- Sport
- New episodes
- Every two weeks
- Typical length
- 1 hr 29 min
- Latest episode
- 5 Oct 2026
- Feed
- RSS — paste into any podcast app
- Apple Podcasts
- podcasts.apple.com/podcast/id1449238708
More English sport
Take it with you
The Melo app keeps playing with the screen off, works in the car and on your watch, wakes you to your station, and browses the whole catalogue offline. Free, no ads, no account.
