Talk of the Town

[WorkingtonTownYoutube]

Talk of the Town episode 2 is now available on our YouTube channel

On this week’s episode, the lads reflect on the Ike victory over Whitehaven, preview the upcoming clashes with Barrow and Blackbrook, and answer fan questions as they reveal their combined 17 made up of players they’ve shared the field with.

https://youtu.be/R-EddgaGBdU

 

[DocH]

Zarrin saying he couldn’t get warm in the IKE then the Barra match where with 10 mins to go his face said it all. Hang on in there mate can only get better.............. though looking at the forecast for next Sunday 

Edited January 20 by DocH

[homeandawayer]

That would've been me saying i was disappointed with Ainley early last year! Then i noticed the thing he does that's huge ..he gets a quick PTB . I was expecting something different .

[The Voodooguru]

1 hour ago, homeandawayer said:

That would've been me saying i was disappointed with Ainley early last year! Then i noticed the thing he does that's huge ..he gets a quick PTB . I was expecting something different .

You weren't alone, I hadn't seen him play a lot and as the jambos player of the year I expected a line breaking beast of a prop. But by mid season I think everyone appreciated what a good player he is, just in a different way than I expected. 

Really enjoying the podcasts, for two lads brand new to this type of thing its really good. Hopefully they can persuade a few guests to appear to bounce off, maybe some ex players or stalwarts of the community game will be brave enough, or some saints players if we get through.  UTT 

[homeandawayer]

11 minutes ago, The Voodooguru said:

You weren't alone, I hadn't seen him play a lot and as the jambos player of the year I expected a line breaking beast of a prop. But by mid season I think everyone appreciated what a good player he is, just in a different way than I expected. 

Really enjoying the podcasts, for two lads brand new to this type of thing its really good. Hopefully they can persuade a few guests to appear to bounce off, maybe some ex players or stalwarts of the community game will be brave enough, or some saints players if we get through.  UTT 

Yeah the ones Thorman did were top notch.

[WorkingtonTownYoutube]

3 hours ago, The Voodooguru said:

You weren't alone, I hadn't seen him play a lot and as the jambos player of the year I expected a line breaking beast of a prop. But by mid season I think everyone appreciated what a good player he is, just in a different way than I expected. 

Really enjoying the podcasts, for two lads brand new to this type of thing its really good. Hopefully they can persuade a few guests to appear to bounce off, maybe some ex players or stalwarts of the community game will be brave enough, or some saints players if we get through.  UTT 

Any guests in particular you'd like to see? we would love to try accommodate what people would like to see 

[townie88]

1 hour ago, WorkingtonTownYoutube said:

Any guests in particular you'd like to see? we would love to try accommodate what people would like to see 

I'd like to hear from some of the unsung heroes that work behind the scenes. Patch or members of the board etc. Hear about the person they are away from rugby. Family, upbringing, memories of playing sport, how did they get involved. Sure theyd have a few tales from the past to tell.

Love to see it used as an opportunity to learn more about the individuals away from the field as well as on it

Edited January 20 by townie88

[homeandawayer]

1 hour ago, WorkingtonTownYoutube said:

Any guests in particular you'd like to see? we would love to try accommodate what people would like to see 

We never hear from the likes of Peter Riley and Paul Penrice what it was like coming from a struggling side to playing in that team, and what he said to Jiffy!

[Hate the rec]

2 hours ago, WorkingtonTownYoutube said:

Any guests in particular you'd like to see? we would love to try accommodate what people would like to see 

Get Billy Pattinson on ,always a good crack with Patty , if you can understand him that is UTT  

[The Voodooguru]

9 hours ago, WorkingtonTownYoutube said:

Any guests in particular you'd like to see? we would love to try accommodate what people would like to see 

I think it would be good to get folk in from different eras of town teams to give up a few stories. People might be more comfortable in pairs ( if there's room on the sofa) Names wise is probably more difficult as to who's local and willing. But as already been said, Billy Pat, Peter & Ben, Hitro & Tane on what it was like coming from the other side of the world to live here, Loppy O'Neil is always good craic. Then maybe representing local clubs somebody like Les & Gus for Seaton etc. I'd also like to hear from those working hard in the background to help the club,Graeme, Sloaney, Patch, Rob etc.

[dkw]

2 hours ago, The Voodooguru said:

I think it would be good to get folk in from different eras of town teams to give up a few stories. People might be more comfortable in pairs ( if there's room on the sofa) Names wise is probably more difficult as to who's local and willing. But as already been said, Billy Pat, Peter & Ben, Hitro & Tane on what it was like coming from the other side of the world to live here, Loppy O'Neil is always good craic. Then maybe representing local clubs somebody like Les & Gus for Seaton etc. I'd also like to hear from those working hard in the background to help the club,Graeme, Sloaney, Patch, Rob etc.

Same way I was thinking, make each one a "theme" of sorts, so 2 local amateurs who made it into Peter Walsh`s team, 2 NZ lads who made it over here, 2 back room lads like Patch and Rob.

I think having 2 guests who know each other well makes these kind of things much better, they bounce of each other and will feel more comfortable.

[Derwent]

18 hours ago, homeandawayer said:

We never hear from the likes of Peter Riley and Paul Penrice what it was like coming from a struggling side to playing in that team, and what he said to Jiffy!

Peter lives in Brisbane these days, be a bit tricky to get him on unless they can do a Zoom interview.

[Joe Aitcheson]

18 hours ago, Hate the rec said:

Get Billy Pattinson on ,always a good crack with Patty , if you can understand him that is UTT  

“If you can understand him”???? He’s a Dearham lad and speaks the King’s English! The only difference is that his youthful good looks have gone, but that’s only down to strong drink!

[WorkingtonTownYoutube]

An Australian is coming on the podcast this week … and we’re in charge of the food
What Cumbrian delicacies should we put in front of them?
Drop your suggestions below — bonus points if it’ll test their bravery

[townie88]

13 minutes ago, WorkingtonTownYoutube said:

An Australian is coming on the podcast this week … and we’re in charge of the food
What Cumbrian delicacies should we put in front of them?
Drop your suggestions below — bonus points if it’ll test their bravery

Cheese XL (crushed) with a pickled egg (in the bag)

[homeandawayer]

29 minutes ago, WorkingtonTownYoutube said:

Chips, cheese n gravy

[Derwent]

1 hour ago, WorkingtonTownYoutube said:

An Australian is coming on the podcast this week … and we’re in charge of the food
What Cumbrian delicacies should we put in front of them?
Drop your suggestions below — bonus points if it’ll test their bravery

Cuvvins (winkles) freshly picked off Northside sh*tpipe, a proper Wukkinton delicacy eh

[The Voodooguru]

Aye Siddick pickled buckies, nice bit of Peels black pudding with the ingredients pointed out beforehand, and then to be nice some cumberland sausage & HP, cheese XL & sticky toffee pudding. 

[Hate the rec]

How about a nice plate of Tripe , UTT

[townie88]

13 hours ago, WorkingtonTownYoutube said:

An Australian is coming on the podcast this week … and we’re in charge of the food
What Cumbrian delicacies should we put in front of them?
Drop your suggestions below — bonus points if it’ll test their bravery

Haighs meat and tattie in a teacake

[WorkingtonTownYoutube]

Episode 3 is live now on YouTube!

 

On this week’s episode, the lads are joined by Braden and get to know him a bit better away from the rugby field. They answer listener questions and break down the Barrow game and the Blackbrook fixture. Plus, a brand-new segment, “Cumbria Cuisine,” sees our overseas players tasting some classic Cumbrian delicacies for the first time.
 

TalkOfTheTown Podcast - Episode 3 “Braden Leigh and Thee” 
https://youtu.be/TCUDP0dowUk

[townie88]

Excellent episode. Great concept. Great the club is trying something new and has the buy in front two Great lads. Well done

[Hate the rec]

Enjoyed tonight's episode, good crack and Braden was class as well, UTT

[Derwent Park SC]

Great episode. Keep them coming  

[Ashfield Crusader]

On 20/01/2026 at 19:32, WorkingtonTownYoutube said:

Any guests in particular you'd like to see? we would love to try accommodate what people would like to see 

Callum Farrer, never heard his voice before so would be great to hear what he sounds like

Edited January 27 by Ashfield Crusader