Winging It: A Crystal Palace Podcast

Before we head out to Cyprus, Terence and Hesketh kick things off with a bit of unexpected international pride as Maxence Lacroix gets the France call-up and his compatriot Jaydee Canvot also impressive the panel with his latest interview. There’s also the small matter of Florence logistics, where alternative travel plans are discussed and how a lack of booze might be an issue in Italy. But it’s not all laughs. We take a moment to address the sour undercurrent of the Larnaka away trip, with racism once again rearing its head and casting a shadow over what should be a European adventure.Then it’s over to the ground in Cyprus. Nick makes his Winging It debut, bringing a passion for Italian football. Ben and Terence’s sister Pink return to the mic, and Chris Waters steals the show with an unexpected burst of song that absolutely nobody asked for… but everyone gets anyway.

Nil-nil and not much thrill. Palace follow up a frustrating stalemate against Larnaca with another toothless 0-0, this time against ten-man Leeds... and somehow it’s even harder to watch.Terence, Albert and Hesketh discuss the two games where the goals never came, the spark never lit, and patience may finally be wearing thin. Oliver Glasner’s post-match comments raise eyebrows (again), with more pointed takes on Palace traditions that don’t quite land with the faithful.

Palace head to North London and leave Tottenham in absolute disarray. Ismaïla Sarr bags a brace as the Eagles thrash Spurs on their own patch, sending the hosts hurtling towards the Championship and giving the travelling Palace fans every excuse to celebrate. Party? Ball? Very much had.Elsewhere in the wonderfully chaotic world of football, Oliver Glasner has somehow managed to pick up a six-month driving ban after speeding down the Old Kent Road, while over in Brazil a match descended into utter madness with 23 red cards shown in a single game. Just another normal week in football.We also look ahead to Thursday night’s Conference League clash at Selhurst Park against AEK Larnaca. Can Palace avenge the 1-0 defeat from the league stage and take a step closer to Europe’s latter rounds?Terence, Albert and Hesketh pick through the goals, the nonsense and the fallout from a glorious night for Palace in N17.

Another trip to Old Trafford, another tale of officiating woe. Terence, Albert and Hesketh relive Palace’s defeat at Manchester United, where the referee from Manchester apparently decided to let Harry Maguire take charge instead, resulting in Maxence Lacroix seeing red and United being handed a penalty that felt all too familiar.Next up it’s Spurs away, with both sides stumbling badly. With Tottenham winless in ten and Palace searching for momentum, the big question is simple: when two footballing patients meet, will it be Dr Palace or Dr Spurs performing the surgery?Finally, Stel from the This is Mappa Cypriot Football Podcast joins us to explain exactly what on earth is going on at AEK Larnaca, with Palace’s upcoming Conference League opponents seemingly going nuclear at the worst possible time.

With the fanbase previously split on Glasner’s future, one word poured petrol on the fire. We unpack the fallout from the “humble” comments, the mood inside Selhurst as banners went up, and why the tide of opinion has finally turned against the manager.Terence recounts the chaos of missing his flight back from Bosnia as we break down the performance against Zrinjski and what the second leg could have in store. Back on home soil, there’s a much-needed win over Wolves to savour, from the fans’ reaction to Pino’s substitution, to Chris “Jimi Hendrix” Richards riffing at the back, and Guessand striking the decisive note.Not a full-blown revival just yet, but perhaps the first flickers of cohesion, resilience and belief that better days might not be too far away.

From the future to the first team, it’s a classic Palace rollercoaster. We celebrate a huge win for the Women and the U18s’ FA Youth Cup run, plus Terence gears up for the Palace for Life Bike From Arsenal (sponsors very much welcome!).We had a lovely day at the seaside with our friends and relive the 1-0 win at Brighton, but the feel-good factor evaporates fast as Burnley stun Selhurst, despite a dream home debut brace from Strand Larsen. Cue the big question: has Glasner reached the end of the road at SE25?With Wolves, United, Spurs and the Conference League looming, the next few weeks could define the season.

Episode 100 is a special one. Mike Rankine joins us to reflect on 16.5 years as Crystal Palace’s matchday announcer. From how he got the job to Crystanbul, Big Shaq, Elvis-Gate, pronunciation nightmares and unforgettable Selhurst atmospheres. It’s a brilliant chat with the voice a generation of fans grew up with.

It’s the Winging It transfer special! Terence, Albert and Hesketh welcome Carl to run the rule over Palace’s January window. The signings, the ones that got away, and whether the club did enough. Plus thoughts on the Forest game and an early look ahead to Brighton.