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The Buff

About the show

Welcome to the The Buff, a Bolton Wanderers podcast from The Bolton News. On Thursday join chief football writer Marc Iles for a light-hearted look at the latest headlines, rumours, reaction, and some big-name guests. Before every game we bring you The First Word with the best of the pre-match press conference and a look at the key stats behind the game, and then after the final whistle we bring you The Last Word with instant reaction.

Newest episodes

TEAM TALK | Derby debrief, and do we need to have a word about the wingers at Bolton Wanderers?

Nov 10, 2026 42 min

Welcome back to TeamTalk, a podcast that allows Bolton Wanderers fans to take centre stage and discuss the biggest issues at the club. This week we look at the defeat at Derby County, ask what has happened to Thierry Gale's form of late, and whether Steven Schumacher should be considering a new formation. We also assess Bolton's start to the season, now a third of the way in, and whether the club is underperforming, or overachieving. We have a very special offer for listeners of The Buff Podcast - so take note. Subscription to The Bolton News will cost just £4 for four whole months, or £31 for a whole year. You'll be doing this podcast a massive favour by using The Buff's subscription page, so please do take a look. For all the details, please click HERE. We are on the lookout for advertisers and sponsors for The Buff, The First Word and The Last Word. If you are interested in getting involved in the biggest BWFC podcast, or would like to advertise in our Bolton Wanderers coverage in the Bolton News please email our advertising department on emily.wood@localiq.co.uk Remember, it isn't just a podcast, it's The Buff Podcast. And we're here every Friday. If you want to get in contact with the show, please email thebuffmail@gmail.com or tweet Marc on @MarcIles and @Henry__Hewitt And please, please leave a review. We work hard to put these episodes out every single week, in-season and out, and the more feedback we get, the better the product. Having said all that, we are currently only accepting five-star ratings, as all the other ratings are broken.

THE LAST WORD | Derby County 3-1 Bolton Wanderers

Nov 7, 2026 44 min

Welcome back to The Last Word, and a podcast analysing what went wrong for Bolton Wanderers in their 3-1 defeat at Derby County. The Rams curse continued in front of the TV cameras as Steven Schumacher's side threw away a 1-0 lead in a sloppy start to the second half and now head into the international break on a negative note. Bolton fan Henry Hewitt and press box regular Dan Barnes chip in with their view of the game, Steven Schumacher and Gaizka Larrazabal speak to the local media after the final whistle, and if you've ever wondered what the press food is like at Pride Park, watch on... We have a very special offer for listeners of The Buff Podcast - so take note. Subscription to The Bolton News will cost just £4 for four whole months, or £31 for a whole year. You'll be doing this podcast a massive favour by using The Buff's subscription page, so please do take a look. For all the details, please click HERE. We are on the lookout for advertisers and sponsors for The Buff, The First Word and The Last Word. If you are interested in getting involved in the biggest BWFC podcast, or would like to advertise in our Bolton Wanderers coverage in the Bolton News please email our advertising department on emily.wood@localiq.co.uk Remember, it isn't just a podcast, it's The Buff Podcast. And we're here every Friday. If you want to get in contact with the show, please email thebuffmail@gmail.com or tweet Marc on @MarcIles and @Henry__Hewitt And please, please leave a review. We work hard to put these episodes out every single week, in-season and out, and the more feedback we get, the better the product. Having said all that, we are currently only accepting five-star ratings, as all the other ratings are broken.

THE FIRST WORD | Derby County v Bolton Wanderers

Nov 6, 2026 25 min

Welcome to the First Word and a podcast looking ahead to Friday night under the lights for Bolton Wanderers at Derby County. It has been a busy week for Steven Schumacher’s side but they know a win would put 10 points between themselves and the bottom three, and lift them into the top half of the table ahead of the other weekend games. But this is Derby… And any Bolton fan will tell you that it hasn’t been a happy hunting ground for a long time. Forty-five years and counting without a league win at the Baseball Ground or Pride Park. Is this the day we can put that stat to bed? Hear from Steven Schumacher, Xav Simons and BWFC fan Russ Pollitt ahead of the big game. We have a very special offer for listeners of The Buff Podcast - so take note. Subscription to The Bolton News will cost just £5 for five whole months, or £31 for a whole year. You'll be doing this podcast a massive favour by using The Buff's subscription page, so please do take a look. For all the details, please click HERE. We are on the lookout for advertisers and sponsors for The Buff, The First Word and The Last Word. If you are interested in getting involved in the biggest BWFC podcast, or would like to advertise in our Bolton Wanderers coverage in the Bolton News please email our advertising department on emily.wood@localiq.co.uk Remember, it isn't just a podcast, it's The Buff Podcast. And we're here every Friday. If you want to get in contact with the show, please email thebuffmail@gmail.com or tweet Marc on @MarcIles and @Henry__Hewitt And please, please leave a review. We work hard to put these episodes out every single week, in-season and out, and the more feedback we get, the better the product. Having said all that, we are currently only accepting five-star ratings, as all the other ratings are broken.

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TEAM TALK | Derby debrief, and do we need to have a word about the wingers at Bolton Wanderers?

Nov 10, 2026 42 min

THE LAST WORD | Derby County 3-1 Bolton Wanderers

Nov 7, 2026 44 min

THE FIRST WORD | Derby County v Bolton Wanderers

Nov 6, 2026 25 min

THE BUFF PODCAST | Can Bolton end the Derby curse - and will this episode ever see the light of day?

Nov 5, 2026 58 min

Welcome back to The Buff Podcast - and a week of two halves so far! After a disappointing late slip against Bristol City, Steven Schumacher's side responded with a gutsy 1-0 win at Charlton Athletic. Marc Iles and (sometimes) Henry Hewitt review the two games, pick through the week's Bolton Wanderers headlines from The Bolton News, read out your emails and make some predictions for the big game at Derby County on Friday night. We won't lie, putting this podcast together has been an ordeal. Technology has not been our friend... But we hope you enjoy nevertheless! We have a very special offer for listeners of The Buff Podcast - so take note. Subscription to The Bolton News will cost just £4 for four whole months, or £31 for a whole year. You'll be doing this podcast a massive favour by using The Buff's subscription page, so please do take a look. For all the details, please click HERE. We are on the lookout for advertisers and sponsors for The Buff, The First Word and The Last Word. If you are interested in getting involved in the biggest BWFC podcast, or would like to advertise in our Bolton Wanderers coverage in the Bolton News please email our advertising department on emily.wood@localiq.co.uk Remember, it isn't just a podcast, it's The Buff Podcast. And we're here every Friday. If you want to get in contact with the show, please email thebuffmail@gmail.com or tweet Marc on @MarcIles and @Henry__Hewitt And please, please leave a review. We work hard to put these episodes out every single week, in-season and out, and the more feedback we get, the better the product. Having said all that, we are currently only accepting five-star ratings, as all the other ratings are broken.

THE LAST WORD | Charlton Athletic 0-1 Bolton Wanderers

Nov 4, 2026 34 min

Welcome back to The Last Word - and a podcast that reviews Bolton Wanderers' 1-0 win at Charlton Athletic. We hear from Steven Schumacher and Sam Dalby, Henry Hewitt drops by with his view on the game, and there's a Press Scran Review that is not to be missed! We have a very special offer for listeners of The Buff Podcast - so take note. Subscription to The Bolton News will cost just £4 for four whole months, or £31 for a whole year. You'll be doing this podcast a massive favour by using The Buff's subscription page, so please do take a look. For all the details, please click HERE. We are on the lookout for advertisers and sponsors for The Buff, The First Word and The Last Word. If you are interested in getting involved in the biggest BWFC podcast, or would like to advertise in our Bolton Wanderers coverage in the Bolton News please email our advertising department on emily.wood@localiq.co.uk Remember, it isn't just a podcast, it's The Buff Podcast. And we're here every Friday. If you want to get in contact with the show, please email thebuffmail@gmail.com or tweet Marc on @MarcIles and @Henry__Hewitt And please, please leave a review. We work hard to put these episodes out every single week, in-season and out, and the more feedback we get, the better the product. Having said all that, we are currently only accepting five-star ratings, as all the other ratings are broken.

THE FIRST WORD | Charlton Athletic v Bolton Wanderers

Nov 2, 2026 48 min

Marc Iles presents a podcast to get you in the matchday mood for Bolton Wanderers' Championship trip to Charlton Athletic. Catch up with all the team news and talking points ahead of the game at The Valley plus the pre-match press conference interview with Steven Schumacher. Russ Pollitt drops in to give his predictions and we chat to Charlton Athletic reporter Rich Cawley about a difficult season so far for Nathan Jones and his side. We finish it all off with our Fiendish First Word quiz. We have a very special offer for listeners of The Buff Podcast - so take note. Subscription to The Bolton News will cost just £5 for five whole months, or £31 for a whole year. You'll be doing this podcast a massive favour by using The Buff's subscription page, so please do take a look. For all the details, please click HERE. We are on the lookout for advertisers and sponsors for The Buff, The First Word and The Last Word. If you are interested in getting involved in the biggest BWFC podcast, or would like to advertise in our Bolton Wanderers coverage in the Bolton News please email our advertising department on emily.wood@localiq.co.uk Remember, it isn't just a podcast, it's The Buff Podcast. And we're here every Friday. If you want to get in contact with the show, please email thebuffmail@gmail.com or tweet Marc on @MarcIles and @Henry__Hewitt And please, please leave a review. We work hard to put these episodes out every single week, in-season and out, and the more feedback we get, the better the product. Having said all that, we are currently only accepting five-star ratings, as all the other ratings are broken.

THE LAST WORD | Bolton Wanderers 2-3 Bristol City

Nov 1, 2026 46 min

The Last Word podcast is back again, reviewing a disappointing day for Wanderers as they slipped to a 3-2 defeat late on against Bristol City. As ever, we have fan reaction from Henry Hewitt, some press box analysis from Marc Iles and Dan Barnes, interviews with Steven Schumacher and Chris Forino, and all the details from a game that should have yielded something for the Whites. We have a very special offer for listeners of The Buff Podcast - so take note. Subscription to The Bolton News will cost just £4 for four whole months, or £31 for a whole year. You'll be doing this podcast a massive favour by using The Buff's subscription page, so please do take a look. For all the details, please click HERE. We are on the lookout for advertisers and sponsors for The Buff, The First Word and The Last Word. If you are interested in getting involved in the biggest BWFC podcast, or would like to advertise in our Bolton Wanderers coverage in the Bolton News please email our advertising department on emily.wood@localiq.co.uk Remember, it isn't just a podcast, it's The Buff Podcast. And we're here every Friday. If you want to get in contact with the show, please email thebuffmail@gmail.com or tweet Marc on @MarcIles and @Henry__Hewitt And please, please leave a review. We work hard to put these episodes out every single week, in-season and out, and the more feedback we get, the better the product. Having said all that, we are currently only accepting five-star ratings, as all the other ratings are broken.

THE FIRST WORD | Bolton Wanderers v Bristol City

Oct 30, 2026 48 min

Welcome back to The First Word - and a podcast looking forward to the big Championship game between Bolton Wanderers and Bristol City. Marc Iles presents a podcast packed with everything you need to get into the matchday mood. We have interviews with Steven Schumacher and Max Conway, Bolton fan Russ Pollitt drops by to set the scene, Dan Barnes chats to Marc about the impact of Ryan Hardie's injury and what could be in store for Wanderers over the next week and - for the first time - we present the First Word's Fiendish Quiz! Test your knowledge with five tricky questions, and don't complain if your answer differs to the one on our sheet. Quizmaster's decision is final. We have a very special offer for listeners of The Buff Podcast - so take note. Subscription to The Bolton News will cost just £5 for five whole months, or £31 for a whole year. You'll be doing this podcast a massive favour by using The Buff's subscription page, so please do take a look. For all the details, please click HERE. We are on the lookout for advertisers and sponsors for The Buff, The First Word and The Last Word. If you are interested in getting involved in the biggest BWFC podcast, or would like to advertise in our Bolton Wanderers coverage in the Bolton News please email our advertising department on emily.wood@localiq.co.uk Remember, it isn't just a podcast, it's The Buff Podcast. And we're here every Friday. If you want to get in contact with the show, please email thebuffmail@gmail.com or tweet Marc on @MarcIles and @Henry__Hewitt And please, please leave a review. We work hard to put these episodes out every single week, in-season and out, and the more feedback we get, the better the product. Having said all that, we are currently only accepting five-star ratings, as all the other ratings are broken.

THE BUFF PODCAST | After a Boro fright under the lights... The post mortem!

Oct 29, 2026 1 hr 3 min

Welcome back to The Buff Podcast - and this week, some Halloween scares to share with you all! Join Marc Iles and Henry Hewitt for a look back at the Bolton Wanderers headlines from The Bolton News, including a review of a haunting 5-1 defeat at home to Middlesbrough. Chris Forino is back in action but does he come back into the equation against Bristol City? Steven Schumacher insists it shouldn't be "doom and gloom" after Friday night but we look at some of the issues he might need to fix. We read out your emails, including more BWFC pets, and we have the shortest story of Why I'm a Wanderer you'll ever hear on this podcast. We have a very special offer for listeners of The Buff Podcast - so take note. Subscription to The Bolton News will cost just £4 for four whole months, or £31 for a whole year. You'll be doing this podcast a massive favour by using The Buff's subscription page, so please do take a look. For all the details, please click HERE. We are on the lookout for advertisers and sponsors for The Buff, The First Word and The Last Word. If you are interested in getting involved in the biggest BWFC podcast, or would like to advertise in our Bolton Wanderers coverage in the Bolton News please email our advertising department on emily.wood@localiq.co.uk Remember, it isn't just a podcast, it's The Buff Podcast. And we're here every Friday. If you want to get in contact with the show, please email thebuffmail@gmail.com or tweet Marc on @MarcIles and @Henry__Hewitt And please, please leave a review. We work hard to put these episodes out every single week, in-season and out, and the more feedback we get, the better the product. Having said all that, we are currently only accepting five-star ratings, as all the other ratings are broken.

THE LAST WORD | Bolton Wanderers 1-5 Middlesbrough

Oct 24, 2026 31 min

Welcome back to The Last Word and a review of a rough night at the Toughsheet for Bolton Wanderers. Beaten by a classy Middlesbrough side by five goals to one, it's time to pick apart the good, the bad and the ugly with interviews from Steven Schumacher and Gavin Bazunu. Henry Hewitt drops in to give his view on the game... But we try and keep it brief. We have a very special offer for listeners of The Buff Podcast - so take note. Subscription to The Bolton News will cost just £5 for five whole months, or £31 for a whole year. You'll be doing this podcast a massive favour by using The Buff's subscription page, so please do take a look. For all the details, please click HERE. We are on the lookout for advertisers and sponsors for The Buff, The First Word and The Last Word. If you are interested in getting involved in the biggest BWFC podcast, or would like to advertise in our Bolton Wanderers coverage in the Bolton News please email our advertising department on emily.wood@localiq.co.uk Remember, it isn't just a podcast, it's The Buff Podcast. And we're here every Friday. If you want to get in contact with the show, please email thebuffmail@gmail.com or tweet Marc on @MarcIles and @Henry__Hewitt And please, please leave a review. We work hard to put these episodes out every single week, in-season and out, and the more feedback we get, the better the product. Having said all that, we are currently only accepting five-star ratings, as all the other ratings are broken.

THE FIRST WORD | Bolton Wanderers v Middlesbrough

Oct 23, 2026 44 min

Welcome back to The First Word podcast - looking ahead to a big game under the lights at the Toughsheet Stadium. Marc Iles brings the best of the pre-match press conference with Wanderers head coach Steven Schumacher and club skipper Eoin Toal, all the key stats, a scene setter from BWFC fan Russ Pollitt and a chat with the Northern Echo's Dom Shaw about Boro's season so far. We have a very special offer for listeners of The Buff Podcast - so take note. Subscription to The Bolton News will cost just £5 for five whole months, or £31 for a whole year. You'll be doing this podcast a massive favour by using The Buff's subscription page, so please do take a look. For all the details, please click HERE. We are on the lookout for advertisers and sponsors for The Buff, The First Word and The Last Word. If you are interested in getting involved in the biggest BWFC podcast, or would like to advertise in our Bolton Wanderers coverage in the Bolton News please email our advertising department on emily.wood@localiq.co.uk Remember, it isn't just a podcast, it's The Buff Podcast. And we're here every Friday. If you want to get in contact with the show, please email thebuffmail@gmail.com or tweet Marc on @MarcIles and @Henry__Hewitt And please, please leave a review. We work hard to put these episodes out every single week, in-season and out, and the more feedback we get, the better the product. Having said all that, we are currently only accepting five-star ratings, as all the other ratings are broken.

THE BUFF PODCAST | How will Bolton Wanderers handle the return of Super Amario?

Oct 21, 2026 1 hr 0 min

Welcome back to The Buff Podcast and a show that promises to bring you right up to date with a week’s worth of Bolton Wanderers headlines. Marc Iles and Henry Hewitt are back to discuss the Whites’ valiant point at Southampton and look ahead to Friday night’s televised game against Middlesbrough… Amario Cozier-Duberry and all! We examine Lewis Brunt and Eoin Toal’s burgeoning partnership at centre-half, whether Steven Schumacher’s organisation could help keep Wanderers in the Championship and debate whether having first team players in the Under-21s is sensible. As ever, we read out your emails – including BWFC themed pets, the quiz question and a complaint from an international viewer. We were also privileged to read out a Why I’m a Wanderer story of Bolton fan Neil Halton, who sadly passed away at the weekend. Marc and Henry make their predictions for the Middlesbrough match and try to come up with a plan to defeat that pesky Super Amario. We have a very special offer for listeners of The Buff Podcast - so take note. Subscription to The Bolton News will cost just £5 for five whole months, or £31 for a whole year. You'll be doing this podcast a massive favour by using The Buff's subscription page, so please do take a look. For all the details, please click HERE. We are on the lookout for advertisers and sponsors for The Buff, The First Word and The Last Word. If you are interested in getting involved in the biggest BWFC podcast, or would like to advertise in our Bolton Wanderers coverage in the Bolton News please email our advertising department on emily.wood@localiq.co.uk Remember, it isn't just a podcast, it's The Buff Podcast. And we're here every Friday. If you want to get in contact with the show, please email thebuffmail@gmail.com or tweet Marc on @MarcIles and @Henry__Hewitt And please, please leave a review. We work hard to put these episodes out every single week, in-season and out, and the more feedback we get, the better the product. Havi...

TEAM TALK | Bolton Wanderers fans on Sheehan, Larrazabal and Boro clash

Oct 21, 2026 48 min

The Team Talk crew are back together at last, and have plenty to discuss after two wonderful results on the road for Bolton Wanderers. Will, Wayne and Tom join Marc Iles to debate some of the key questions including... Have the last two results changed your mind any on Bolton’s destiny this season? Can two full-backs work on Bolton’s right? Does the Toal-Brunt partnership deserve to be first choice now, or is it a matter of time before Forino/Davies step in? Could Thelonius Bair be a valid replacement for Dalby? Atsuki Ito’s start with Wanderers. And how are Wanderers going to fare against Middlesbrough? We have a very special offer for listeners of The Buff Podcast - so take note. Subscription to The Bolton News will cost just £5 for five whole months, or £31 for a whole year. You'll be doing this podcast a massive favour by using The Buff's subscription page, so please do take a look. For all the details, please click HERE. We are on the lookout for advertisers and sponsors for The Buff, The First Word and The Last Word. If you are interested in getting involved in the biggest BWFC podcast, or would like to advertise in our Bolton Wanderers coverage in the Bolton News please email our advertising department on emily.wood@localiq.co.uk Remember, it isn't just a podcast, it's The Buff Podcast. And we're here every Friday. If you want to get in contact with the show, please email thebuffmail@gmail.com or tweet Marc on @MarcIles and @Henry__Hewitt And please, please leave a review. We work hard to put these episodes out every single week, in-season and out, and the more feedback we get, the better the product. Having said all that, we are currently only accepting five-star ratings, as all the other ratings are broken.

THE LAST WORD | Southampton 0-0 Bolton Wanderers

Oct 18, 2026 38 min

Welcome back to The Last Word - and a round-up of a hard--fought draw for Bolton Wanderers at Southampton. Only Millwall have managed to stop the Saints scoring at St Mary's in 2026. The Whites rode their luck at times, and we'll discuss that penalty decision, but it's another point on the board and more evidence that Steven Schumacher's side can mix it with the best in the Championship. Marc Iles takes you through the details, we have interviews with the Bolton boss and Luca Stephenson, Henry Hewitt drops in with his view of the game and there's the all-important Press Scran Review. We have a very special offer for listeners of The Buff Podcast - so take note. Subscription to The Bolton News will cost just £5 for five whole months, or £31 for a whole year. You'll be doing this podcast a massive favour by using The Buff's subscription page, so please do take a look. For all the details, please click HERE. We are on the lookout for advertisers and sponsors for The Buff, The First Word and The Last Word. If you are interested in getting involved in the biggest BWFC podcast, or would like to advertise in our Bolton Wanderers coverage in the Bolton News please email our advertising department on emily.wood@localiq.co.uk Remember, it isn't just a podcast, it's The Buff Podcast. And we're here every Friday. If you want to get in contact with the show, please email thebuffmail@gmail.com or tweet Marc on @MarcIles and @Henry__Hewitt And please, please leave a review. We work hard to put these episodes out every single week, in-season and out, and the more feedback we get, the better the product. Having said all that, we are currently only accepting five-star ratings, as all the other ratings are broken.

THE FIRST WORD | Southampton v Bolton Wanderers

Oct 16, 2026 28 min

Welcome back to The First Word - the podcast that promises to get you in the matchday mood. Wanderers head to Southampton, looking to build on their brilliant win at Wolves in midweek and secure a third successive away win in the Championship for the first time since 2013. Hear from Steven Schumacher and Lewis Brunt, plus BWFC fans Russ Pollitt drops by to share his thoughts. We have a very special offer for listeners of The Buff Podcast - so take note. Subscription to The Bolton News will cost just £5 for five whole months, or £31 for a whole year. You'll be doing this podcast a massive favour by using The Buff's subscription page, so please do take a look. For all the details, please click HERE. We are on the lookout for advertisers and sponsors for The Buff, The First Word and The Last Word. If you are interested in getting involved in the biggest BWFC podcast, or would like to advertise in our Bolton Wanderers coverage in the Bolton News please email our advertising department on emily.wood@localiq.co.uk Remember, it isn't just a podcast, it's The Buff Podcast. And we're here every Friday. If you want to get in contact with the show, please email thebuffmail@gmail.com or tweet Marc on @MarcIles and @Henry__Hewitt And please, please leave a review. We work hard to put these episodes out every single week, in-season and out, and the more feedback we get, the better the product. Having said all that, we are currently only accepting five-star ratings, as all the other ratings are broken.

THE BUFF PODCAST | Molineux magic and much ado about something

Oct 14, 2026 1 hr 7 min

The Buff Podcast is back with another round-up of the week's headlines from Bolton Wanderers. Marc Iles and Henry Hewitt review a sluggish Saturday against Stoke City followed by a terrific Tuesday night at Wolves and all the big stories from The Bolton News. As ever, we have plenty of listener emails, including talking points on Eoin Toal, Sam Dalby and Bolton's 'sister' club Lens. We hear one of your "Why I'm a Wanderer" stories and make some predictions for this weekend's big game in Southampton. We have a very special offer for listeners of The Buff Podcast - so take note. Subscription to The Bolton News will cost just £5 for five whole months, or £31 for a whole year. You'll be doing this podcast a massive favour by using The Buff's subscription page, so please do take a look. For all the details, please click HERE. We are on the lookout for advertisers and sponsors for The Buff, The First Word and The Last Word. If you are interested in getting involved in the biggest BWFC podcast, or would like to advertise in our Bolton Wanderers coverage in the Bolton News please email our advertising department on emily.wood@localiq.co.uk Remember, it isn't just a podcast, it's The Buff Podcast. And we're here every Friday. If you want to get in contact with the show, please email thebuffmail@gmail.com or tweet Marc on @MarcIles and @Henry__Hewitt And please, please leave a review. We work hard to put these episodes out every single week, in-season and out, and the more feedback we get, the better the product. Having said all that, we are currently only accepting five-star ratings, as all the other ratings are broken.

THE LAST WORD | Wolverhampton Wanderers 1-3 Bolton Wanderers

Oct 14, 2026 52 min

Marc Iles presents a review of Bolton Wanderers' amazing 3-1 win at Wolves, with interviews from Steven Schumacher, Gavin Bazunu and Josh Sheehan, plus fan reaction and the oft-imitated but never surpassed Press Scran Review. We have a very special offer for listeners of The Buff Podcast - so take note. Subscription to The Bolton News will cost just £5 for five whole months, or £31 for a whole year. You'll be doing this podcast a massive favour by using The Buff's subscription page, so please do take a look. For all the details, please click HERE. We are on the lookout for advertisers and sponsors for The Buff, The First Word and The Last Word. If you are interested in getting involved in the biggest BWFC podcast, or would like to advertise in our Bolton Wanderers coverage in the Bolton News please email our advertising department on emily.wood@localiq.co.uk Remember, it isn't just a podcast, it's The Buff Podcast. And we're here every Friday. If you want to get in contact with the show, please email thebuffmail@gmail.com or tweet Marc on @MarcIles and @Henry__Hewitt And please, please leave a review. We work hard to put these episodes out every single week, in-season and out, and the more feedback we get, the better the product. Having said all that, we are currently only accepting five-star ratings, as all the other ratings are broken.

THE LAST WORD | Bolton Wanderers 1-2 Stoke City

Oct 11, 2026 39 min

Welcome back to The Last Word - and a podcast that will review a disappointing afternoon for Wanderers against Stoke City. Facing 10 men for most of the game, there was a lack of spark in Bolton for some reason, and we're here to talk about it. With interviews from Steven Schumacher and Theo Bair, a drop-in from Whites fan Henry Hewitt and some press box chat with Dan Barnes, the inquest has already begun! We have a very special offer for listeners of The Buff Podcast - so take note. Subscription to The Bolton News will cost just £5 for five whole months, or £31 for a whole year. You'll be doing this podcast a massive favour by using The Buff's subscription page, so please do take a look. For all the details, please click HERE. We are on the lookout for advertisers and sponsors for The Buff, The First Word and The Last Word. If you are interested in getting involved in the biggest BWFC podcast, or would like to advertise in our Bolton Wanderers coverage in the Bolton News please email our advertising department on emily.wood@localiq.co.uk Remember, it isn't just a podcast, it's The Buff Podcast. And we're here every Friday. If you want to get in contact with the show, please email thebuffmail@gmail.com or tweet Marc on @MarcIles and @Henry__Hewitt And please, please leave a review. We work hard to put these episodes out every single week, in-season and out, and the more feedback we get, the better the product. Having said all that, we are currently only accepting five-star ratings, as all the other ratings are broken.

THE FIRST WORD | Bolton Wanderers v Stoke City

Oct 9, 2026 31 min

Welcome back (at last) to The First Word - the podcast that promises to get you in the matchday mood. Wanderers host Stoke City this weekend looking to chalk up a third straight win in the Championship for the first time since 2014. In-form Stoke start the weekend in seventh spot and will be looking to pick up where they left off before the international break. Hear from Bolton boss Steven Schumacher about taking on his former club, plus BWFC fan Russ Pollitt and press box regular Dan Barnes, building up towards kick off. We have a very special offer for listeners of The Buff Podcast - so take note. Subscription to The Bolton News will cost just £5 for five whole months, or £31 for a whole year. You'll be doing this podcast a massive favour by using The Buff's subscription page, so please do take a look. For all the details, please click HERE. We are on the lookout for advertisers and sponsors for The Buff, The First Word and The Last Word. If you are interested in getting involved in the biggest BWFC podcast, or would like to advertise in our Bolton Wanderers coverage in the Bolton News please email our advertising department on emily.wood@localiq.co.uk Remember, it isn't just a podcast, it's The Buff Podcast. And we're here every Friday. If you want to get in contact with the show, please email thebuffmail@gmail.com or tweet Marc on @MarcIles and @Henry__Hewitt And please, please leave a review. We work hard to put these episodes out every single week, in-season and out, and the more feedback we get, the better the product. Having said all that, we are currently only accepting five-star ratings, as all the other ratings are broken.

THE BUFF POD-CAT | Feline fine after the international break for Stoke and Wolves

Oct 8, 2026 1 hr 20 min

The Buff Podcast returns - and, my word, have we got a stacked show for you! Leave aside for a moment the fact that Henry Hewitt nearly broke the internet with his revelation that Josh Sheehan wears junior shirts, or the fact that Marc Iles once got escorted from ringside at a WWE event... We have got some football to talk about - and with Wanderers set to take on Steven Schumacher's former employers Stoke City and their old enemy Wolves, it's go-time! We have a very special offer for listeners of The Buff Podcast - so take note. Subscription to The Bolton News will cost just £5 for five whole months, or £31 for a whole year. You'll be doing this podcast a massive favour by using The Buff's subscription page, so please do take a look. For all the details, please click HERE. We are on the lookout for advertisers and sponsors for The Buff, The First Word and The Last Word. If you are interested in getting involved in the biggest BWFC podcast, or would like to advertise in our Bolton Wanderers coverage in the Bolton News please email our advertising department on emily.wood@localiq.co.uk Remember, it isn't just a podcast, it's The Buff Podcast. And we're here every Friday. If you want to get in contact with the show, please email thebuffmail@gmail.com or tweet Marc on @MarcIles and @Henry__Hewitt And please, please leave a review. We work hard to put these episodes out every single week, in-season and out, and the more feedback we get, the better the product. Having said all that, we are currently only accepting five-star ratings, as all the other ratings are broken.

THE BUFF PODCAST | The Great Gavin Bazunu Debate and how to survive an international break

Sep 30, 2026 1 hr 13 min

Welcome back to The Buff Podcast - and who said international breaks suffered from a lack of news? Marc Iles and Henry Hewitt are back once again to thumb through the headlines, and and the top of the list if Gavin Bazunu's boycott of the Republic of Ireland's Nations League games against Israel. We piece together the timeline, ask how it could affect him moving forward and what reception he will be given on his return to Bolton. Aside from all that, we're talking safe standing sections at the Toughsheet Stadium, now finally here, but not in the places you might have expected! We ponder the possibility that Bolton have 'sister clubs' on the continent now, pick our playground Wanderers XI and try to put to bed once and for all the final few days of the transfer window. We have a very special offer for listeners of The Buff Podcast - so take note. Subscription to The Bolton News will cost just £5 for five whole months, or £31 for a whole year. You'll be doing this podcast a massive favour by using The Buff's subscription page, so please do take a look. For all the details, please click HERE. We are on the lookout for advertisers and sponsors for The Buff, The First Word and The Last Word. If you are interested in getting involved in the biggest BWFC podcast, or would like to advertise in our Bolton Wanderers coverage in the Bolton News please email our advertising department on emily.wood@localiq.co.uk Remember, it isn't just a podcast, it's The Buff Podcast. And we're here every Friday. If you want to get in contact with the show, please email thebuffmail@gmail.com or tweet Marc on @MarcIles and @Henry__Hewitt And please, please leave a review. We work hard to put these episodes out every single week, in-season and out, and the more feedback we get, the better the product. Having said all that, we are currently only accepting five-star ratings, as all the other ratings are broken.

THE BUFF PODCAST | why we’re getting excited about Atsuki at Wanderers

Sep 23, 2026 1 hr 16 min

Marc Iles and Henry Hewitt are back with another episode of The Buff Podcast, fresh from a thrilling 4-3 win for Bolton Wanderers against Norwich City. Take a stroll with us through all the best bits from Carrow Road, the week's headlines from The Bolton News and some of your emails and stories sent to us at Buff Towers. On this week's show: Why should we get excited about Atsuki Ito? The pros and cons of Max Conway. Is Sam Dalby settling into the Championship? And much, much more... Pineapple! 🍍 We have a very special offer for listeners of The Buff Podcast - so take note. Subscription to The Bolton News will cost just £5 for five whole months, or £31 for a whole year. You'll be doing this podcast a massive favour by using The Buff's subscription page, so please do take a look. For all the details, please click HERE. We are on the lookout for advertisers and sponsors for The Buff, The First Word and The Last Word. If you are interested in getting involved in the biggest BWFC podcast, or would like to advertise in our Bolton Wanderers coverage in the Bolton News please email our advertising department on emily.wood@localiq.co.uk Remember, it isn't just a podcast, it's The Buff Podcast. And we're here every Friday. If you want to get in contact with the show, please email thebuffmail@gmail.com or tweet Marc on @MarcIles and @Henry__Hewitt And please, please leave a review. We work hard to put these episodes out every single week, in-season and out, and the more feedback we get, the better the product. Having said all that, we are currently only accepting five-star ratings, as all the other ratings are broken.

THE LAST WORD | Norwich City 3-4 Bolton Wanderers

Sep 21, 2026 47 min

The Last Word is back from Norwich - and ready to run through a goal-packed game at Carrow Road. Marc Iles presents another post-match show with drop ins from Wanderers fans Henry Hewitt and Ben Cowley, chats with Steven Schumacher and Sam Dalby, plus the one-and-only Press Scran Review. We have a very special offer for listeners of The Buff Podcast - so take note. Subscription to The Bolton News will cost just £6 for six whole months, or £26 for a whole year. You'll be doing this podcast a massive favour by using The Buff's subscription page, so please do take a look. For all the details, please click HERE. We are on the lookout for advertisers and sponsors for The Buff, The First Word and The Last Word. If you are interested in getting involved in the biggest BWFC podcast, or would like to advertise in our Bolton Wanderers coverage in the Bolton News please email our advertising department on emily.wood@localiq.co.uk Remember, it isn't just a podcast, it's The Buff Podcast. And we're here every Friday. If you want to get in contact with the show, please email thebuffmail@gmail.com or tweet Marc on @MarcIles and @Henry__Hewitt And please, please leave a review. We work hard to put these episodes out every single week, in-season and out, and the more feedback we get, the better the product. Having said all that, we are currently only accepting five-star ratings, as all the other ratings are broken.

THE FIRST WORD | Norwich City v Bolton Wanderers

Sep 19, 2026 38 min

Welcome back to The First Word - bringing you all the build-up to Bolton Wanderers' Championship game at Norwich City. Marc Iles presents a podcast packed with interviews and key match stats to get you in the mood for kick-off. We hear from Steven Schumacher and Max Conway at the training ground, BWFC fan Russ Pollitt drops in to give his predictions and we speak to Adam Harvey of the Eastern Daily Press to get the latest news from the Canaries. We have a very special offer for listeners of The Buff Podcast - so take note. Subscription to The Bolton News will cost just £5 for five whole months, or £31 for a whole year. You'll be doing this podcast a massive favour by using The Buff's subscription page, so please do take a look. For all the details, please click HERE. We are on the lookout for advertisers and sponsors for The Buff, The First Word and The Last Word. If you are interested in getting involved in the biggest BWFC podcast, or would like to advertise in our Bolton Wanderers coverage in the Bolton News please email our advertising department on emily.wood@localiq.co.uk Remember, it isn't just a podcast, it's The Buff Podcast. And we're here every Friday. If you want to get in contact with the show, please email thebuffmail@gmail.com or tweet Marc on @MarcIles and @Henry__Hewitt And please, please leave a review. We work hard to put these episodes out every single week, in-season and out, and the more feedback we get, the better the product. Having said all that, we are currently only accepting five-star ratings, as all the other ratings are broken.

THE BUFF PODCAST | Belt up Bolton! It's time to get on the long road to Norwich

Sep 16, 2026 1 hr 15 min

Welcome back to The Buff Podcast! Marc Iles and Henry Hewitt bring another episode packed full of Bolton Wanderers headlines and chat. On this week's show we look back at the win against Cardiff City, reflect on the rapid rise of Max Conway, review Sam Iling-Junior's shorts and make our predictions for this weekend's game at Norwich City. We have a very special offer for listeners of The Buff Podcast - so take note. Subscription to The Bolton News will cost just £5 for five whole months, or £31 for a whole year. You'll be doing this podcast a massive favour by using The Buff's subscription page, so please do take a look. For all the details, please click HERE. We are on the lookout for advertisers and sponsors for The Buff, The First Word and The Last Word. If you are interested in getting involved in the biggest BWFC podcast, or would like to advertise in our Bolton Wanderers coverage in the Bolton News please email our advertising department on emily.wood@localiq.co.uk Remember, it isn't just a podcast, it's The Buff Podcast. And we're here every Friday. If you want to get in contact with the show, please email thebuffmail@gmail.com or tweet Marc on @MarcIles and @Henry__Hewitt And please, please leave a review. We work hard to put these episodes out every single week, in-season and out, and the more feedback we get, the better the product. Having said all that, we are currently only accepting five-star ratings, as all the other ratings are broken.

TEAM TALK | Can we expect tired Canaries? And were we really better off with Cissoko?

Sep 15, 2026 1 hr 8 min

It's Team Talk time again, and after a short break Will, Wayne and Tom have assembled once again to talk about all things Bolton Wanderers. What did we make of the transfer window? Which players have caught the eye so far? And how will Bolton fare on the long trip down to Norwich this weekend? Opinions aplenty, as ever... We have a very special offer for listeners of The Buff Podcast - so take note. Subscription to The Bolton News will cost just £5 for five whole months, or £31 for a whole year. You'll be doing this podcast a massive favour by using The Buff's subscription page, so please do take a look. For all the details, please click HERE. We are on the lookout for advertisers and sponsors for The Buff, The First Word, The Last Word and Team Talk. If you are interested in getting involved in the biggest BWFC podcast, or would like to advertise in our Bolton Wanderers coverage in the Bolton News please email our advertising department on emily.wood@localiq.co.uk Remember, it isn't just a podcast, it's The Buff Podcast. And we're here every Friday. If you want to get in contact with the show, please email thebuffmail@gmail.com or tweet Marc on @MarcIles and @Henry__Hewitt And please, please leave a review. We work hard to put these episodes out every single week, in-season and out, and the more feedback we get, the better the product. Having said all that, we are currently only accepting five-star ratings, as all the other ratings are broken.

THE LAST WORD | Interviews, reaction & analysis from Bolton Wanderers' 1-0 win against Cardiff City

Sep 13, 2026 40 min

Welcome back to The Last Word - and a podcast that reviews another dramatic day at the Toughsheet Stadium. Thierry Gale's late header sealed another nail-biting win against Cardiff City to end a run of four consecutive defeats. Marc Iles reviews all the details of the game, Bolton fan Henry Hewitt gives his views and we hear from Steven Schumacher, Gavin Bazunu and Brian Barry-Murphy after the final whistle. We have a very special offer for listeners of The Buff Podcast - so take note. Subscription to The Bolton News will cost just £6 for six whole months, or £26 for a whole year. You'll be doing this podcast a massive favour by using The Buff's subscription page, so please do take a look. For all the details, please click HERE. We are on the lookout for advertisers and sponsors for The Buff, The First Word and The Last Word. If you are interested in getting involved in the biggest BWFC podcast, or would like to advertise in our Bolton Wanderers coverage in the Bolton News please email our advertising department on emily.wood@localiq.co.uk Remember, it isn't just a podcast, it's The Buff Podcast. And we're here every Friday. If you want to get in contact with the show, please email thebuffmail@gmail.com or tweet Marc on @MarcIles and @Henry__Hewitt And please, please leave a review. We work hard to put these episodes out every single week, in-season and out, and the more feedback we get, the better the product. Having said all that, we are currently only accepting five-star ratings, as all the other ratings are broken.

THE FIRST WORD Bolton Wanderers v Cardiff City

Sep 11, 2026 40 min

Welcome back to The First Word - and all you'll need ahead of Bolton Wanderers' home game against Cardiff City. Marc Iles brings all the match stats, interviews and chat as Steven Schumacher's side look to bounce back to winning ways. We hear from the Bolton boss along with midfielder Ruben Rodrigues, plus drop-ins from Russ Pollitt and a chat to press box regular Dan Barnes. We have a very special offer for listeners of The Buff Podcast - so take note. Subscription to The Bolton News will cost just £6 for six whole months, or £26 for a whole year. You'll be doing this podcast a massive favour by using The Buff's subscription page, so please do take a look. For all the details, please click HERE. We are on the lookout for advertisers and sponsors for The Buff, The First Word and The Last Word. If you are interested in getting involved in the biggest BWFC podcast, or would like to advertise in our Bolton Wanderers coverage in the Bolton News please email our advertising department on emily.wood@localiq.co.uk Remember, it isn't just a podcast, it's The Buff Podcast. And we're here every Friday. If you want to get in contact with the show, please email thebuffmail@gmail.com or tweet Marc on @MarcIles and @Henry__Hewitt And please, please leave a review. We work hard to put these episodes out every single week, in-season and out, and the more feedback we get, the better the product. Having said all that, we are currently only accepting five-star ratings, as all the other ratings are broken.

THE BUFF PODCAST | Champions of endeavour... You'll never sing that!

Sep 10, 2026 1 hr 7 min

Welcome back to The Buff Podcast, and what a stressful week it has been at Bolton Wanderers. Two decent performances against Millwall and West Ham United but no points from either match, and all of a sudden Wanderers find themselves in the Championship bottom three. All is not lost, so Marc and Henry will attempt to make a balanced attempt to talk about the plusses and minuses of Bolton's start to the season, who is playing well and where they need to improve. We hear about the biggest jobsworth in the world, why technology is against us this week and why Henry wasn't invited to the National Television Awards. Your emails are read out and the lads make their predictions for this Saturday lunchtime and the visit of Cardiff City. We have a very special offer for listeners of The Buff Podcast - so take note. Subscription to The Bolton News will cost just £5 for five whole months, or £31 for a whole year. You'll be doing this podcast a massive favour by using The Buff's subscription page, so please do take a look. For all the details, please click HERE. We are on the lookout for advertisers and sponsors for The Buff, The First Word and The Last Word. If you are interested in getting involved in the biggest BWFC podcast, or would like to advertise in our Bolton Wanderers coverage in the Bolton News please email our advertising department on emily.wood@localiq.co.uk Remember, it isn't just a podcast, it's The Buff Podcast. And we're here every Friday. If you want to get in contact with the show, please email thebuffmail@gmail.com or tweet Marc on @MarcIles and @Henry__Hewitt And please, please leave a review. We work hard to put these episodes out every single week, in-season and out, and the more feedback we get, the better the product. Having said all that, we are currently only accepting five-star ratings, as all the other ratings are broken.

THE LAST WORD | Bolton Wanderers 2-3 West Ham United

Sep 9, 2026 43 min

Join Marc Iles to filter through the details of a dramatic 3-2 defeat for Bolton Wanderers against West Ham United on The Last Word. Steven Schumacher's side has lost four games in a row - but played well in each - so should that be reason for optimism or concern? We hear from the Wanderers boss along with defender Gaizka Larrazabal after the game, supporter Henry Hewitt gives his verdict, we chat with Dan Barnes for his views and Marc brings his verdict on the Press Box Scran. We have a very special offer for listeners of The Buff Podcast - so take note. Subscription to The Bolton News will cost just £6 for six whole months, or £26 for a whole year. You'll be doing this podcast a massive favour by using The Buff's subscription page, so please do take a look. For all the details, please click HERE. We are on the lookout for advertisers and sponsors for The Buff, The First Word and The Last Word. If you are interested in getting involved in the biggest BWFC podcast, or would like to advertise in our Bolton Wanderers coverage in the Bolton News please email our advertising department on emily.wood@localiq.co.uk Remember, it isn't just a podcast, it's The Buff Podcast. And we're here every Friday. If you want to get in contact with the show, please email thebuffmail@gmail.com or tweet Marc on @MarcIles and @Henry__Hewitt And please, please leave a review. We work hard to put these episodes out every single week, in-season and out, and the more feedback we get, the better the product. Having said all that, we are currently only accepting five-star ratings, as all the other ratings are broken.

THE FIRST WORD | Bolton Wanderers v West Ham United

Sep 8, 2026 31 min

The First Word is back to bring you all the interviews and build-up to Bolton Wanderers' home game against West Ham United in the Championship. We have an interview with Bolton boss Steven Schumacher, some analysis from Whites super fan Russ Pollitt and a chat with press box regular Dan Barnes, reflecting on Josh Sheehan's successful appeal against his red card at Millwall. We have a very special offer for listeners of The Buff Podcast - so take note. Subscription to The Bolton News will cost just £6 for six whole months, or £26 for a whole year. You'll be doing this podcast a massive favour by using The Buff's subscription page, so please do take a look. For all the details, please click HERE. We are on the lookout for advertisers and sponsors for The Buff, The First Word and The Last Word. If you are interested in getting involved in the biggest BWFC podcast, or would like to advertise in our Bolton Wanderers coverage in the Bolton News please email our advertising department on emily.wood@localiq.co.uk Remember, it isn't just a podcast, it's The Buff Podcast. And we're here every Friday. If you want to get in contact with the show, please email thebuffmail@gmail.com or tweet Marc on @MarcIles and @Henry__Hewitt And please, please leave a review. We work hard to put these episodes out every single week, in-season and out, and the more feedback we get, the better the product. Having said all that, we are currently only accepting five-star ratings, as all the other ratings are broken.

THE LAST WORD | Millwall 4-0 Bolton Wanderers

Sep 6, 2026 46 min

Welcome back to The Last Word - and a rough day for Wanderers at The Den. Late errors put a different spin on events in the capital and though Steven Schumacher remained pleased with some elements of his side's performance, three successive defeats suggest there is still plenty of improvement needed. We hear from the Bolton boss and defender Chris Forino along with TLW regular Henry Hewitt, plus we get some feedback from the fans on email and voicenote. Press Scran Review returns and you'll find out why two USB plugs are better than one. We have a very special offer for listeners of The Buff Podcast - so take note. Subscription to The Bolton News will cost just £6 for six whole months, or £26 for a whole year. You'll be doing this podcast a massive favour by using The Buff's subscription page, so please do take a look. For all the details, please click HERE. We are on the lookout for advertisers and sponsors for The Buff, The First Word and The Last Word. If you are interested in getting involved in the biggest BWFC podcast, or would like to advertise in our Bolton Wanderers coverage in the Bolton News please email our advertising department on emily.wood@localiq.co.uk Remember, it isn't just a podcast, it's The Buff Podcast. And we're here every Friday. If you want to get in contact with the show, please email thebuffmail@gmail.com or tweet Marc on @MarcIles and @Henry__Hewitt And please, please leave a review. We work hard to put these episodes out every single week, in-season and out, and the more feedback we get, the better the product. Having said all that, we are currently only accepting five-star ratings, as all the other ratings are broken.

THE FIRST WORD | Millwall v Bolton Wanderers

Sep 4, 2026 41 min

Welcome back to The First Word and a chance to get right up to speed ahead of Bolton Wanderers' game at Millwall. Marc Iles previews the Championship clash at The Den with the help of Wanderers fan Russ Pollitt and press box regular Dan Barnes. We have an interview with Bolton boss Steven Schumacher and a final review of what did - and didn't - happen on Transfer Deadline Day. We have a very special offer for listeners of The Buff Podcast - so take note. Subscription to The Bolton News will cost just £6 for six whole months, or £26 for a whole year. You'll be doing this podcast a massive favour by using The Buff's subscription page, so please do take a look. For all the details, please click HERE. We are on the lookout for advertisers and sponsors for The Buff, The First Word and The Last Word. If you are interested in getting involved in the biggest BWFC podcast, or would like to advertise in our Bolton Wanderers coverage in the Bolton News please email our advertising department on emily.wood@localiq.co.uk Remember, it isn't just a podcast, it's The Buff Podcast. And we're here every Friday. If you want to get in contact with the show, please email thebuffmail@gmail.com or tweet Marc on @MarcIles and @Henry__Hewitt And please, please leave a review. We work hard to put these episodes out every single week, in-season and out, and the more feedback we get, the better the product. Having said all that, we are currently only accepting five-star ratings, as all the other ratings are broken.

THE BUFF PODCAST | Bolton Wanderers in the transfer window... Let's talk about it!

Sep 2, 2026 59 min

It has been an eventful week at Bolton Wanderers, so what better to do than kick back and let Marc and Henry do the talking for an hour? The Buff is back again to tackle the transfer deadline, what did and didn't happen at the Toughsheet Stadium, and what it might mean for the Championship season ahead. The boys discuss the 1-0 defeat at home to Lincoln City, the 3-2 defeat at Sheffield United and make their predictions for the next two games ahead at Millwall and at home to West Ham United. We read out your emails and tackle all the big talking points, good, bad and ugly! We have a very special offer for listeners of The Buff Podcast - so take note. Subscription to The Bolton News will cost just £6 for six whole months, or £26 for a whole year. You'll be doing this podcast a massive favour by using The Buff's subscription page, so please do take a look. For all the details, please click HERE. We are on the lookout for advertisers and sponsors for The Buff, The First Word and The Last Word. If you are interested in getting involved in the biggest BWFC podcast, or would like to advertise in our Bolton Wanderers coverage in the Bolton News please email our advertising department on emily.wood@localiq.co.uk Remember, it isn't just a podcast, it's The Buff Podcast. And we're here every Friday. If you want to get in contact with the show, please email thebuffmail@gmail.com or tweet Marc on @MarcIles and @Henry__Hewitt And please, please leave a review. We work hard to put these episodes out every single week, in-season and out, and the more feedback we get, the better the product. Having said all that, we are currently only accepting five-star ratings, as all the other ratings are broken.

THE LAST WORD | Transfer window thoughts and a 3-2 defeat at Sheff Utd

Sep 2, 2026 38 min

Marc Iles brings you reaction from Bramall Lane after Bolton Wanderers' 3-2 defeat against Sheffield United in the Championship. Henry Hewitt drops by with his thoughts, we hear from Bolton boss Steven Schumacher, there's a transfer deadline day round-up and, of course, a press scran review. We have a very special offer for listeners of The Buff Podcast - so take note. Subscription to The Bolton News will cost just £6 for six whole months, or £26 for a whole year. You'll be doing this podcast a massive favour by using The Buff's subscription page, so please do take a look. For all the details, please click HERE. We are on the lookout for advertisers and sponsors for The Buff, The First Word and The Last Word. If you are interested in getting involved in the biggest BWFC podcast, or would like to advertise in our Bolton Wanderers coverage in the Bolton News please email our advertising department on emily.wood@localiq.co.uk Remember, it isn't just a podcast, it's The Buff Podcast. And we're here every Friday. If you want to get in contact with the show, please email thebuffmail@gmail.com or tweet Marc on @MarcIles and @Henry__Hewitt And please, please leave a review. We work hard to put these episodes out every single week, in-season and out, and the more feedback we get, the better the product. Having said all that, we are currently only accepting five-star ratings, as all the other ratings are broken.

THE LAST WORD | Bolton Wanderers 0-1 Lincoln City

Aug 29, 2026 23 min

The Last Word dives deeper into Bolton Wanderers' 0-1 defeat against Lincoln City at the Toughsheet Stadium. Hear Russ Pollitt's thoughts on the game, plus interviews with Steven Schumacher and new signing Jayden Nelson.

THE FIRST WORD | Bolton Wanderers v Lincoln City

Aug 28, 2026 28 min

Bolton Wanderers are back home against Lincoln City as Steven Schumacher's side aims to build on a productive start to the Championship season. Dan Barnes takes you through everything you need to know ahead of the game, plus insight from Russ Pollitt and Lincoln reporter Gary Hutchinson. We have a very special offer for listeners of The Buff Podcast - so take note. Subscription to The Bolton News will cost just £6 for six whole months, or £26 for a whole year. You'll be doing this podcast a massive favour by using The Buff's subscription page, so please do take a look. For all the details, please click HERE. We are on the lookout for advertisers and sponsors for The Buff, The First Word and The Last Word. If you are interested in getting involved in the biggest BWFC podcast, or would like to advertise in our Bolton Wanderers coverage in the Bolton News please email our advertising department on emily.wood@localiq.co.uk Remember, it isn't just a podcast, it's The Buff Podcast. And we're here every Friday. If you want to get in contact with the show, please email thebuffmail@gmail.com or tweet Marc on @MarcIles and @Henry__Hewitt And please, please leave a review. We work hard to put these episodes out every single week, in-season and out, and the more feedback we get, the better the product. Having said all that, we are currently only accepting five-star ratings, as all the other ratings are broken.

THE BUFF PODCAST | What can we expect at Bolton Wanderers before Tuesday's transfer deadline?

Aug 26, 2026 1 hr 8 min

Welcome back to The Buff Podcast - and what is likely to be a very busy week at Bolton Wanderers. Marc and Henry review the major talking points ahead of Tuesday's transfer window, including the impending signing of Jayden Nelson from Austin FC, the potential of a new striker - be that Max Dean or Johnny Kenny - and what else we think Steven Schumacher's side might get up to before the 11pm deadline on September 1. The lads look ahead to Saturday's game against Lincoln City, make predictions, tell a 'Why I'm a Wanderer' tale and also establish just who are the best bald players that have ever played for the Whites. We have a very special offer for listeners of The Buff Podcast - so take note. Subscription to The Bolton News will cost just £6 for six whole months, or £26 for a whole year. You'll be doing this podcast a massive favour by using The Buff's subscription page, so please do take a look. For all the details, please click HERE. We are on the lookout for advertisers and sponsors for The Buff, The First Word and The Last Word. If you are interested in getting involved in the biggest BWFC podcast, or would like to advertise in our Bolton Wanderers coverage in the Bolton News please email our advertising department on emily.wood@localiq.co.uk Remember, it isn't just a podcast, it's The Buff Podcast. And we're here every Friday. If you want to get in contact with the show, please email thebuffmail@gmail.com or tweet Marc on @MarcIles and @Henry__Hewitt And please, please leave a review. We work hard to put these episodes out every single week, in-season and out, and the more feedback we get, the better the product. Having said all that, we are currently only accepting five-star ratings, as all the other ratings are broken.

THE LAST WORD | Queen's Park Rangers 0-0 Bolton Wanderers

Aug 23, 2026 29 min

The Last Word is back - and bringing you all the best bits from Bolton Wanderers' hard-fought goalless draw at QPR. We hear fans' thoughts on the game, including a drop in from Henry Hewitt, and also bring back some highlights of the post-match interviews with Steven Schumacher and man-of-the-hour Jack Bonham. Press scran review also returns as we give you a bit of the behind the scenes action from Loftus Road. We have a very special offer for listeners of The Buff Podcast - so take note. Subscription to The Bolton News will cost just £6 for six whole months, or £26 for a whole year. You'll be doing this podcast a massive favour by using The Buff's subscription page, so please do take a look. For all the details, please click HERE. We are on the lookout for advertisers and sponsors for The Buff, The First Word and The Last Word. If you are interested in getting involved in the biggest BWFC podcast, or would like to advertise in our Bolton Wanderers coverage in the Bolton News please email our advertising department on emily.wood@localiq.co.uk Remember, it isn't just a podcast, it's The Buff Podcast. And we're here every Friday. If you want to get in contact with the show, please email thebuffmail@gmail.com or tweet Marc on @MarcIles and @Henry__Hewitt And please, please leave a review. We work hard to put these episodes out every single week, in-season and out, and the more feedback we get, the better the product. Having said all that, we are currently only accepting five-star ratings, as all the other ratings are broken.

THE FIRST WORD | Queen's Park Rangers v Bolton Wanderers

Aug 21, 2026 39 min

Bolton Wanderers are on the road for the first time since promotion to the Championship - and we are serving up the perfect podcast to get you in the matchday mood. Join Marc Iles for a look through the key stats and team news ahead of the game at Loftus Road. We hear from QPR fan Paul Finney and journalist Jon Harland about how the Hoops may fare this season. Wanderers supporter Russ Pollitt sets the scene with his animated thoughts and we have a chat to Dan Barnes about how Steven Schumacher's side might approach the game, how the transfer window could work out, and Jordi Osei-Tutu's move to Millwall. We have a very special offer for listeners of The Buff Podcast - so take note. Subscription to The Bolton News will cost just £6 for six whole months, or £26 for a whole year. You'll be doing this podcast a massive favour by using The Buff's subscription page, so please do take a look. For all the details, please click HERE. We are on the lookout for advertisers and sponsors for The Buff, The First Word and The Last Word. If you are interested in getting involved in the biggest BWFC podcast, or would like to advertise in our Bolton Wanderers coverage in the Bolton News please email our advertising department on emily.wood@localiq.co.uk Remember, it isn't just a podcast, it's The Buff Podcast. And we're here every Friday. If you want to get in contact with the show, please email thebuffmail@gmail.com or tweet Marc on @MarcIles and @Henry__Hewitt And please, please leave a review. We work hard to put these episodes out every single week, in-season and out, and the more feedback we get, the better the product. Having said all that, we are currently only accepting five-star ratings, as all the other ratings are broken.

THE BUFF PODCAST | Is this the start of a new White Hot era for Wanderers?

Aug 19, 2026 1 hr 13 min

WELCOME back to The Buff Podcast, and a great start to the Championship season for Bolton Wanderers! Marc Iles and Henry Hewitt are back to pick through the week's headlines, including a dramatic 2-1 win against Preston North End and a sold-out crowd at the Toughsheet Stadium. What have Bolton got left to do in the transfer market? Will it involve Johnny Kenny? Is Thierry Gale finally settling into English football? And will John McAtee stay with the Whites beyond the summer window? All of this, plus your emails, predictions for the game against QPR on Saturday and news of Henry's new seat in the North Stand. Watch out if he carrying a beverage! We have a very special offer for listeners of The Buff Podcast - so take note. Subscription to The Bolton News will cost just £6 for six whole months, or £26 for a whole year. You'll be doing this podcast a massive favour by using The Buff's subscription page, so please do take a look. For all the details, please click HERE. We are on the lookout for advertisers and sponsors for The Buff, The First Word and The Last Word. If you are interested in getting involved in the biggest BWFC podcast, or would like to advertise in our Bolton Wanderers coverage in the Bolton News please email our advertising department on emily.wood@localiq.co.uk Remember, it isn't just a podcast, it's The Buff Podcast. And we're here every Friday. If you want to get in contact with the show, please email thebuffmail@gmail.com or tweet Marc on @MarcIles and @Henry__Hewitt And please, please leave a review. We work hard to put these episodes out every single week, in-season and out, and the more feedback we get, the better the product. Having said all that, we are currently only accepting five-star ratings, as all the other ratings are broken.

TEAM TALK | Was that a performance that put John McAtee in the shop window?

Aug 18, 2026 1 hr 3 min

The Team Talk crew are back to give their opinions on the wonderful 2-1 win against Preston North End on the opening day of the season - and what a man-of-the-match display might mean for John McAtee, now that he is reportedly being courted by a handful of Championship clubs. Will, Wayne and Tom are back - and feeling decidedly chipper about Bolton's performance. The lads chat about recruitment, Johnny Kenny, Amario Cozier-Duberry, the positions they would most like to see signed in the remainder of the window, and give their predictions for this weekend's trip to QPR. We have a very special offer for listeners of The Buff Podcast - so take note. Subscription to The Bolton News will cost just £6 for six whole months, or £26 for a whole year. You'll be doing this podcast a massive favour by using The Buff's subscription page, so please do take a look. For all the details, please click HERE. We are on the lookout for advertisers and sponsors for The Buff, The First Word and The Last Word. If you are interested in getting involved in the biggest BWFC podcast, or would like to advertise in our Bolton Wanderers coverage in the Bolton News please email our advertising department on emily.wood@localiq.co.uk Remember, it isn't just a podcast, it's The Buff Podcast. And we're here every Friday. If you want to get in contact with the show, please email thebuffmail@gmail.com or tweet Marc on @MarcIles and @Henry__Hewitt And please, please leave a review. We work hard to put these episodes out every single week, in-season and out, and the more feedback we get, the better the product. Having said all that, we are currently only accepting five-star ratings, as all the other ratings are broken.

THE LAST WORD | Bolton Wanderers 2-1 Preston North End

Aug 16, 2026 35 min

Welcome back to the Last Word, summing up a brilliant 2-1 win for Bolton Wanderers against Preston North End on their return to the Championship after seven years. Goals from Sam Dalby and Thierry Gale got the Whites off to a marvellous start but the late header from Jusef Erabi made things a little more jittery than they should have been in the closing moments. Marc Iles talks you through the talking points of the game and is joined by Dan Barnes in the press box to pick out some of the best performers on the day. Henry Hewitt drops by with his view from the stands and we hear reaction from Wanderers supporters on voice-note and email. We have a very special offer for listeners of The Buff Podcast - so take note. Subscription to The Bolton News will cost just £6 for six whole months, or £26 for a whole year. You'll be doing this podcast a massive favour by using The Buff's subscription page, so please do take a look. For all the details, please click HERE. We are on the lookout for advertisers and sponsors for The Buff, The First Word and The Last Word. If you are interested in getting involved in the biggest BWFC podcast, or would like to advertise in our Bolton Wanderers coverage in the Bolton News please email our advertising department on emily.wood@localiq.co.uk Remember, it isn't just a podcast, it's The Buff Podcast. And we're here every Friday. If you want to get in contact with the show, please email thebuffmail@gmail.com or tweet Marc on @MarcIles and @Henry__Hewitt And please, please leave a review. We work hard to put these episodes out every single week, in-season and out, and the more feedback we get, the better the product. Having said all that, we are currently only accepting five-star ratings, as all the other ratings are broken.

THE FIRST WORD | Bolton Wanderers v Preston North End

Aug 14, 2026 40 min

Welcome to the First Word, your pre-match appetiser. And we're in the Championship at last! Marc Iles takes you through the main talking points ahead of the game, Russ Pollitt brings his animated scene-setter, we speak to Dan Barnes about the potential line-up and Steven Schumacher's press conference, plus Ross Chapman from the Lancashire Evening Post joins us to talk about Preston North End's transfer business so far. We have a very special offer for listeners of The Buff Podcast - so take note. Subscription to The Bolton News will cost just £6 for six whole months, or £26 for a whole year. You'll be doing this podcast a massive favour by using The Buff's subscription page, so please do take a look. For all the details, please click HERE. We are on the lookout for advertisers and sponsors for The Buff, The First Word and The Last Word. If you are interested in getting involved in the biggest BWFC podcast, or would like to advertise in our Bolton Wanderers coverage in the Bolton News please email our advertising department on emily.wood@localiq.co.uk Remember, it isn't just a podcast, it's The Buff Podcast. And we're here every Friday. If you want to get in contact with the show, please email thebuffmail@gmail.com or tweet Marc on @MarcIles and @Henry__Hewitt And please, please leave a review. We work hard to put these episodes out every single week, in-season and out, and the more feedback we get, the better the product. Having said all that, we are currently only accepting five-star ratings, as all the other ratings are broken.

THE BUFF PODCAST | Would we rather be in this position, or playing Bromley?

Aug 13, 2026 1 hr 16 min

The Buff Podcast is back and packed full of Bolton Wanderers headlines! Marc and Henry give their take on the previous week's news, read out your emails and stories, plus provide their prediction for the season opener against Preston North End. The Buff was recorded on Wednesday morning, so there is an update on the Max Dean story to be found on The Bolton News website (the perils of 24/7 coverage). We have a very special offer for listeners of The Buff Podcast - so take note. Subscription to The Bolton News will cost just £6 for six whole months, or £26 for a whole year. You'll be doing this podcast a massive favour by using The Buff's subscription page, so please do take a look. For all the details, please click HERE. We are on the lookout for advertisers and sponsors for The Buff, The First Word and The Last Word. If you are interested in getting involved in the biggest BWFC podcast, or would like to advertise in our Bolton Wanderers coverage in the Bolton News please email our advertising department on emily.wood@localiq.co.uk Remember, it isn't just a podcast, it's The Buff Podcast. And we're here every Friday. If you want to get in contact with the show, please email thebuffmail@gmail.com or tweet Marc on @MarcIles and @Henry__Hewitt And please, please leave a review. We work hard to put these episodes out every single week, in-season and out, and the more feedback we get, the better the product. Having said all that, we are currently only accepting five-star ratings, as all the other ratings are broken.

TEAM TALK | Bolton Wanderers fan debate on the eve of the Championship season

Aug 10, 2026 1 hr 18 min

Marc Iles welcomes a panel of Bolton Wanderers fans to air their views ahead of the opening weekend of the Championship season. Will Fairclough, Wayne Riley and Tom Sheridan chat about the issues facing Steven Schumacher's side, finances, recruitment and what needs fixing in the squad before the close of the transfer window.

THE LAST WORD | Sheffield Wednesday 1-0 Bolton Wandererers

Aug 8, 2026 32 min

The Last Word returns with a debrief after Bolton Wanderers' 1-0 defeat at Sheffield Wednesday in the first round of the Carabao Cup. Marc Iles talks you through the game at Hillsborough and brings some new features to the podcast for this season, including a special email section to read out your take on the game.

THE FIRST WORD | All the build-up to Sheffield Wednesday v Bolton Wanderers

Aug 7, 2026 39 min

The perfect start to a matchday weekend - The Last Word brings you all the build-up to this weekend's Carabao Cup first round game between Sheffield Wednesday and Bolton Wanderers. Marc Iles is joined by Dan Barnes to chat about the highs and lows of pre-season, the Sheffield Star's Alex Miller drops by for a chat about the Owls' fortunes over the last 12 months and we hear from Bolton superfan Russ Pollitt along with all the match stats for the big day.

The Buff presents: Please don't start the season... We're not ready!

Aug 5, 2026 1 hr 8 min

Welcome back to The Buff Podcast and a week of intrigue in the headlines at Bolton Wanderers. We have seen two new arrivals in the shape of Akin Famewo and Kyliane Dong since our last episode and a fair amount of debate on exactly how the recruitment process goes at the Toughsheet Stadium. Is it a harmonious camp? Are there plusses and minuses to signing by committee? Marc and Henry get into the debate. Wanderers are far from finished in the transfer market and we look at the positions most in need of strengthening next. Will a new senior goalkeeper be in the cards this summer, for example? As ever, we read out your emails, we tell another story of "Why I'm a Wanderer" and plenty more besides. We have a very special offer for listeners of The Buff Podcast - so take note. Subscription to The Bolton News will cost just £6 for six whole months, or £26 for a whole year. You'll be doing this podcast a massive favour by using The Buff's subscription page, so please do take a look. For all the details, please click HERE. We are on the lookout for advertisers and sponsors for The Buff, The First Word and The Last Word. If you are interested in getting involved in the biggest BWFC podcast, or would like to advertise in our Bolton Wanderers coverage in the Bolton News please email our advertising department on emily.wood@localiq.co.uk Remember, it isn't just a podcast, it's The Buff Podcast. And we're here every Friday. If you want to get in contact with the show, please email thebuffmail@gmail.com or tweet Marc on @MarcIles and @Henry__Hewitt And please, please leave a review. We work hard to put these episodes out every single week, in-season and out, and the more feedback we get, the better the product. Having said all that, we are currently only accepting five-star ratings, as all the other ratings are broken.

The Buff Podcast: The Championship prediction show!

Jul 27, 2026 33 min

It's that time of year again where Marc and Henry put their necks on the line with surprisingly little research and make predictions about the league placings for every club in the division, including Wanderers. From who's going up to the Premier League to who's going to be playing in League One in 2027/28, it's all here...

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Created by: The Bolton News
Status: Active
Latest episode: Nov 10, 2026
Episodes: 100
Release period: Several times a week
Avg. episode length: 48 min
Explicit: No
Language: English

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