The Custard Splat

It’s been another busy one at Roots Hall and there’s plenty for us to get stuck into.We talk through Nick Hayes’ move to Hartlepool and what that means behind the scenes, Adam Crowther’s departure to Chelmsford, and the club’s plans to appoint a new Director of Football as the next phase of the rebuild continues.There’s also reaction to the news of Ron Martin being declared bankrupt, what (if anything) it changes for Southend United, and where the club stands now off the pitch.And to finish on a high, we look back at positive progress in the FA Trophy and what it could mean for confidence and momentum going forward.

The Splat is back after a short break over the New Year and there’s plenty to get stuck into as Scott and Scott return to the mics to dissect all the festive football from Roots Hall.From Christmas results to key talking points and performances, the lads break down what we’ve learned over the busiest period of the season and where things are heading next.This episode also features a chat with David Matthews, Marketing Director at Bath City FC, ahead of this weekend’s FA Trophy clash - offering a look at the opposition and the occasion from the other side.

We’re dipping into The Custard Splat archive this New Year’s Day with our full-length interview with Frankie Banks, recorded back in August.Part One of this chat was previously released on Spotify and other podcast platforms, while the full interview was originally a Patreon exclusive. Today we’re opening it up for everyone.Think of this episode as a teaser of the kind of deeper, longer-form content you can expect more of going forward with extended interviews and exclusives continuing over on Patreon.Settle in, enjoy the full conversationvand we’ll be back soon with brand-new episodes.Up the Shrimpers 🦐

It’s our final episode before Christmas and we’re signing off for the festive break in true Custard Splat style.Scott, OG and Scott B look back on the defeat to Tamworth... asking whether it’s just a frustrating blip or a warning sign as the play-off picture tightens. Are we in danger of slipping out… and could that actually provide the spark this squad needs?We’ll be back following the Boxing Day game when we’ll have absolutely no idea what day it is.Merry Custard Splatmas… and up the Shrimpers 🎙️💙

Scott W and OG break down the emphatic 4-0 FA Trophy win over Truro City, discussing how seriously the competition should be taken and what a decent cup run could mean for league form and momentum.Later in the show, Sadie (aka Mrs Scott W) makes an emergency loan-signing appearance on the pod, bringing with her a completely non–fact-checked quiz to put OG and Scott to the test.

In this week’s episode of The Splat we dive straight into the drama surrounding Southend United’s abandoned clash with Rochdale. We break down what happened, the implications and the reaction around the fanbase.We also discuss the long-awaited return of Harry Cardwell to the club. What does his comeback mean for the squad? How will he fit into the current system? And what can supporters expect from him this time around?

Sitting 7th in the league we find ourselves in a strange spot: competitive, organised, hard to beat… but also looking up at clubs with significantly bigger budgets, including the likes of Forest Green, York, Rochdale, and Carlisle.And this poses the central question of the episode:Is this genuinely our level right now - our “glass floor” - or are COSU capable of breaking beyond it without financial firepower?

The Custard Splat is back with another packed episode! Scott W and Oli (OG) take the mic this week to break down a brilliant few weeks for the Shrimpers, including the 0–1 win away at Yeovil and a dominant 3–0 performance against Altrincham at Roots Hall.But it’s not all smooth sailing. With Harry Taylor suspended and Ben Goodliffe a major doubt after a tight hamstring, Scott and OG dig into the very real possibility of a defensive crisis, and what options (if any!) Kev has left at centre-back.🎧 Available now on Spotify, Apple Podcasts & YouTube.💬 Follow us @CustardSplatPod for clips, news, and bonus content.

In Part Two of our deep dive with former Southend United goalkeeper Harry Seaden we pick up the story at one of the most turbulent periods in his young career - the Covid era.Harry opens up candidly about the challenges of navigating football during a global pandemic: the isolation, the uncertainty, and the mental toll of constantly being in and out of the side. He reflects on the frustration of feeling close to establishing himself but never quite getting a consistent run and the moment of clarity that ultimately pushed him to request the termination of his contract in 2021.From there, Harry charts a remarkable comeback story.We explore his move to Billericay Town, where he became a record-breaker, playing every single minute of an extraordinary 52-game season across league and cup, a feat of endurance, resilience and professionalism. Harry shares the highs and lows of that campaign, how it rebuilt his confidence and why experiences like that were exactly what he wished he’d had on loan at 18 or 19.Now donning the gloves for Cray Wanderers, Harry discusses his mission to rebuild his stock in the non-league game and prove himself all over again. He also talks passionately about his role as manager of the Ben Bradford Goalkeeping Academy, the pride he takes in coaching young keepers and how his journey, with all its twists, helps him guide the next generation.Expect honesty, insight and a powerful look at the realities of bouncing back in football.This is the conclusion to an unmissable two-part interview and a must-listen for anyone who believes in second chances, hard work, and the fight to carve out a career in the game.🎧 Available now on Spotify, Apple Podcasts & YouTube.💬 Follow us @CustardSplatPod for clips, news, and bonus content.