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The Wednesday Week

A Warm Saturday Afternoon In Vienna

Season 17

The countdown to the new season continues, but after an encouraging pre-season build-up, Sheffield Wednesday were brought back down to earth with a difficult afternoon against Stoke City in Austria.

This week, we look at what we can really take away from the performances, whether the results matter, and what Henrik Pedersen's comments afterwards tell us about the state of his squad.

We also dissect David Storch's open letter to supporters, discuss the club's financial framework, David Bruce joining the Board, the latest transfer rumours surrounding Nathaniel Chalobah, Tommi O'Reilly and Kane Taylor, plus Liam Palmer's appointment as club captain.

Joining us is Tom Burton (Calling Mr Meadows) to chat all things Wednesday, Owls in the Yard, shirt collecting, preserving club history and plenty more besides.

As always, expect Sheffield Wednesday news, opinion, debate, a few laughs and your comments throughout the show.

🎧 Listen now on your favourite podcast platform or watch the full episode now at thewednesdayweek.com.

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  • Pre-season Preamble with Alex Miller

    20:32|
    Join Dan as he catches up with The Star's Sheffield Wednesday reporter Alex Miller to discuss everything that's happened during the Owls' pre-season as the countdown to the new campaign continues.With Sheffield Wednesday's behind-closed-doors friendly offering another glimpse into Henrik Pedersen's side, Dan and Alex discuss what can be taken from the reports and what we've learned about the squad so far. They also ask whether there's been a noticeable change in Henrik Pedersen's demeanour now that he no longer has to protect the club and its players from the uncertainty that surrounded last season.The conversation also turns to Wednesday's summer recruitment, with Alex giving his verdict on the new signings, discussing who has caught the eye during pre-season, and highlighting the players he's most excited to watch as the 2026/27 season approaches.If you're looking for the latest Sheffield Wednesday news, SWFC pre-season analysis, Henrik Pedersen insights, transfer discussion, and expert opinion from one of the journalists closest to Hillsborough, this episode has you covered.
  • Upgrades and Underway

    01:06:08||Season 16
    This week in the world of SWFC its not just the squad that is going through an upgrade we have updates regarding the training ground and a new place to have a prematch pint with a living legend.SWFC have headed off east to the first part of their European preseason tour which stops off in Hungary and onboard the plane is a GK that is well known to fans and thats Cammy Dawson, is he signing or is he just there to help out.These and more in this weeks episode of your favourite SWFC podcast.#swfc #wawaw
  • New Kits, New Keeper and New Kid Town

    01:06:04||Season 17
    Joe Lumley is officially a Sheffield Wednesday player, Louie Barry has arrived at Hillsborough, and the Owls' brand-new kit is finally here.Join Dan Fudge, Ash, Simon and Hollie as they discuss all the latest developments at Sheffield Wednesday, including what Lumley brings between the sticks, why Louie Barry could be one of the most exciting signings of the summer, and their verdict on the club's new look for the 2026/27 season.With transfer activity continuing, plenty of optimism surrounding the club's new direction, and another busy week of Owls news to dissect, there's no shortage of talking points as the panel share their views on everything happening on and off the pitch.The Wednesday Week is the award-winning Sheffield Wednesday podcast, bringing you the latest SWFC news, transfer talk, match analysis, fan opinion and debate from Hillsborough and beyond.#SWFC #SheffieldWednesday #TheWednesdayWeek #LouieBarry #JoeLumley #Owls
  • When Harry Met Barry?

    57:57|
    It's been another busy week in S6 as the squad continues to take shape ahead of the new League One campaign.We look at the departures of Svante Ingelsson and Olaf Kobacki, the arrival of highly-rated Aston Villa defender Sil Swinkels, and the growing speculation surrounding Pierce Charles' reported move to Manchester City. There's also plenty to discuss on the rumoured arrivals front, with Harry Gray seemingly on his way from Leeds United and fresh reports linking the Owls with a permanent move for Louie Barry.Elsewhere, Barry Bannan has sent the fanbase into meltdown after appearing in training gear at St George's Park, while Joe Crann suggests both Bannan and Harry Gray deals are nearing completion.Off the pitch, we discuss Sheffield Wednesday's return to Umbro, the changes taking place at the Megastore, the removal of the old club crest from the South Stand, and what it all says about the club's new direction. We also take a look at the latest fixture changes that have left some supporters less than impressed.As always, we'll be giving our thoughts on the biggest talking points from another eventful week in the world of Sheffield Wednesday.
  • Work Starts Now!

    01:21:42||Season 17
    On this week's show, we reflect on an exciting week of signings, transfer rumours and fixture releases. As preseason begins in earnest, the squad overhaul has begun with Liam Cooper, Max Lowe, Ricardo Santos, Jordi Liongola and Callum Slattery all signing deals that will see them plying their trade at Hillsborough next season. Rumours continue to circulate as to who is next to feature in this season's seemingly RnB album-inspired photoshoot, with some exciting names continuing to be linked with the Arise revolution. There's also the small matter of the League 1 fixtures being released, as well as the EFL Trophy and Carabao Cup draw. It's an age-old argument, but what do the guys think about a cup run in either competition this season? All this and plenty more of the usual irreverent nonsense - get involved and share your own thoughts! Listen back on thewednesdayweek.com and all your usual podcast outlets. #SWFC #WAWAW #TheWednesdayWeek
  • Dan Boots Off!!

    01:08:18||Season 17
    This week on The Wednesday Week, what started as a perfectly sensible discussion about Sheffield Wednesday's biggest Sliding Doors moments quickly descended into chaos.The plan was simple: explore the butterfly effect of key moments in SWFC history. What if Wednesday had beaten Crystal Palace in 2010? What if Eric Cantona had signed for the Owls etc...Unfortunately for Dan, the rest of the gang had other ideas.What follows is a journey through key jangling, fan culture, football tribalism and a few long-held opinions that have apparently been bubbling away beneath the surface for years. With Stevie, Ash and Hollie expertly steering the conversation off a cliff, Dan finds himself saying things he probably intended to keep to himself.As always, there's plenty of Sheffield Wednesday chat, plenty of laughs and more than a few moments that leave everyone wondering how on earth we ended up here.If you're looking for a serious deep dive into Wednesday's Sliding Doors moments... don't worry, we'll try again next week.Listen now on TheWednesdayWeek.com and wherever you get your podcasts.#SWFC #WAWAW #TheWednesdayWeek #SheffieldWednesday
  • Sheffield Wednesday Supporters Trust Special

    01:22:11||Season 17
    Sheffield Wednesday Supporters Trust Special | Jake & James Join The Wednesday WeekTonight on The Wednesday Week, Dan and Ash are joined by Jake and James from the Sheffield Wednesday Supporters Trust for an open and honest discussion about the Trust, supporter representation and the future of fan engagement at Sheffield Wednesday.Following recent discussions on the podcast and questions raised by supporters, Jake reached out to join us and address some of the topics that have been circulating amongst the fanbase. This episode provides an opportunity to hear directly from the Trust about its work, its relationship with the club, and its plans moving forward.We'll be discussing:⚽ The future of the Sheffield Wednesday Supporters Trust⚽ Fan representation and supporter engagement⚽ The Trust's relationship with Sheffield Wednesday⚽ The £83,000 ticket fund⚽ Board representation and supporter voices⚽ The proposed supporter hub and community initiatives⚽ Questions submitted by Sheffield Wednesday supportersWhether you're a Trust member, a season ticket holder, or simply interested in the future of Sheffield Wednesday, this is an episode packed with important discussion and insight.🔗 Visit TheWednesdayWeek.com for all our latest episodes, articles, community projects and tickets to Owls in the Yard.#SWFC #SheffieldWednesday #TheWednesdayWeek #SWFCTrust #SheffieldWednesdayFans #EFLPodcast #ChampionshipFootball #Hillsborough #FootballPodcast
  • 17. The World Cup Week

    01:01:40||Ep. 17
    🌍⚽ THE WORLD CUP WEEK | Sheffield Wednesday Meets International Football! 🦉Tonight on The Wednesday Week, we're putting a World Cup spin on proceedings as Dan Fudge is joined by Stevie, Jon and Simon to build their ultimate Sheffield Wednesday & International Football XIs.Which Owls legends would make the cut alongside some of the greatest players ever to play the game? Expect nostalgia, debate, controversial selections and plenty of laughs along the way.We'll also be discussing the latest news surrounding Sheffield Wednesday's pre-season tour, and what it could mean as preparations continue for the new campaign.💬 Get involved live and let us know your selections in the comments.⏰ LIVE from 8PM📰 Visit our new website for the latest episodes, articles, interviews and community projects:https://www.thewednesdayweek.com🎟️ Tickets for Owls in the Yard 2026 are available now. Join us at SteelYard Sheffield on Saturday 2nd August for a day of live music, special guests, community stalls, family entertainment and plenty of Wednesday chat.Whether you're watching live or catching up later, don't forget to like, subscribe and share the show.#SWFC #SheffieldWednesday #TheWednesdayWeek #WorldCup #FootballPodcast #LeagueOne #EFL #OwlsInTheYard #WAWAW #SWFCPodcast