Tailenders

No more sleepless nights, no more doom scrolling and no more ‘it’s the hope that kills you’, The Ashes are over and like the England team The Tailenders are limping to the end of the series.Felix is ill and can only join us ‘down the line’ from his Doctors, so the ex England wicketkeeper Matt Prior is our 12th Man. While Mattchin, to the dismay of the footballing world, has done his hamstring and is on crutches, yet despite this he manages one more round of his classic ‘Am I lying or am I Nathan Lyon?’.We review the series, look to the future of English cricket and try to work out what the hell happened in Australia over the winter. Plus we have an 'exclusive'…albeit from 2007 and would Jimmy fancy being the England coach?

After 5468 days England’s men have won a Test Match in Australia!Felix jumps into the hot seat and England and Lancs bowler Kate Cross is our special guest as we try and work out what the hell happened at the MCG over two ridiculous days of Test Cricket. Plus Wicketkeepers as drummers,Mattchin predicts the future of Test cricket, names for Jimmy’s bar, why 2026 will be ’The Year of the Big Nose’ and will Felix never watch cricket ever again?

England's Ashes defeat stirs frustration as hosts dissect the emotional toll of the series. They highlight missed chances and the need for stronger leadership on the field. The panel debates the evolving 'Bazball' approach and the impact of Australian bowling prowess. Fun takes include Greg's list of overused phrases and Jimmy's Christmas cooking tips. The festive spirit shines through with a Christmas quiz, amusing stories, and heartfelt listener shout-outs, blending cricket analysis with holiday cheer.

Come in, sit down, let’s talk about it together.We know it’s bad, we know England need a ‘cricketing miracle’, we know we’re all tired after staying up all night. We’re angry, frustrated and disappointed - but the Tailenders are here for you.Plus Mattchin has had three weeks to overprepare for a quiz which features a very special guest - Nathan Lyon (sort of) and we preview the 3rd Test in Adelaide... or is it Melbourne?

On the eve of the second men's Ashes Test at The Gabba - a venue England have not win at since 1986 - we assess the tourists' chances, the potential impact of Will Jacks of all trades and why Mitchell Starc is so potent with the pink ball.Plus remembering the great Robin Smith.

The hosts tackle the aftermath of England's batting collapse in the Ashes, weighing doom and gloom against glimmers of hope. A passionate fan recounts his journey from Germany to Perth, and they debate whether the match should have been stopped. Insightful analyses of bowling tactics, shot selections, and the emotional toll of cricket fandom add depth. They also predict tactical shifts for the next Test while highlighting positive performances and the strength of England's bowling unit. A reminder emerges that one loss doesn't seal the series!

As the Ashes series approaches, excitement builds around the challenges England faces in Australia. Jimmy breaks down why winning there is so tough, highlighting the home team's strength and leadership quirks. He also shares insights on England's pace options and preparation strategies. The significance of the first ball in a test is explored, alongside the key hurdles presented by Australia's middle order. Plus, some fun trivia about Perth offers conversation starters for fans gearing up for the big matches.

Get ready for a wild ride as Greg shares his thrilling Red Arrows G-Force experience! The team hilariously navigates tech fails, including Felix's accidental email and unexpected Google Drive photo chaos. A new quiz, 'Send it up for Review', gets everyone guessing cricket grounds from quirky TripAdvisor reviews. From overpriced stadium food to reviews likening venues to mood rings, the banter flows. Plus, hear about underrated Ashes players and exciting plans for visualized podcasts coming soon!

Former England fast bowler Steve Finn is our special guest as he shares the high and lows of his Ashes career, including being part of the last England team to win in Australia and why his best spell was overlooked due to Stuart Broad. Plus Arise Sir Jimmy! It’s the first episode of Tailenders presented by a knight of the realm and we get the inside story of Jimmy’s trip to Windsor Castle - including which random footballer was at the afterparty?

Ashes fever is gripping the Nation (sort of) and everyone is doing their Ashes XIs, so we thought we’d jump on that bandwagon with our own.Plus Jimmy is getting ready to get knighted - but is King Charles a leg spinner or a seamer?Mattchin has another history lesson, more on the mysterious Phon Buntheon and can anyone stop Australia winning the Women’s World Cup?