Balanced Blues Brothers Podcast
Balanced Blues Brothers Podcast
Travis Flock
A unique, balanced Chelsea FC podcast that is never an echo chamber by representing multiple fan sites.
Episode 85: Fulham and Palace Reviews
Travis, Travis, and Ola discussed the recent results over the past week against Fulham and Palace. The impact of Felix was highlighted prior to his red card in the second half at Craven Cottage, and whether he could be a permanent fit for the Blues. The injury situation and how difficult the circumstances are for Potter are highlighted. The fairly pedestrian, yet welcome, win against Palace was also discussed, as well as the shocking news of Mudryk being unveiled in front of Stamford Bridge today.
Jan 16, 2023
1 hr 8 min
Episode 84: Joao Felix Special
Jordan and Travis sit down to discuss in-depth the signing of Felix. Initial thoughts, potential fit, and expectations are pondered.
Jan 11, 2023
47 min
Episode 83: Pathetic Against Pep
The hosts all return to discuss 2 consecutive losses against Manchester City and Pep Guardiola, with particular emphasis questioning the nature of the performances from key players in the 2 matches in the Premier League and FA Cup. The hosts each voice their thoughts on Potter and his tenure at the club, what he needs to do to improve, and ultimately whether fans need to accept if this is going to be a long rebuild or not.
Jan 10, 2023
1 hr 36 min
Episode 82: Lost in the Forest
Travis Flock, Travis Tyler, Tyler Wickham, Ola, and Jordan discuss the Chelse draw against Nottingham Forest. They discuss why the team lost, what it says about the future, and how Chelsea should approach squad building going forward.
Jan 4, 2023
1 hr 47 min
Episode 81: Cherry Picking
The Balanced Blues hosts return to break down the 2-0 win against Bournemouth at Stamford Bridge after the World Cup break. The encouraging attacking performance, build up play, and personnel were discussed and questioned if this could be the right starters for the attack. Previewing the upcoming matches and transfer prospects are also discussed.
Dec 30, 2022
1 hr 9 min
Episode 80: Two Weeks Until The Cherries
Travis, Ola, and Jordan talk about where Chelsea FC stand as the World Cup ends. They discuss what problems Graham Potter is facing as the season resumes, issues in Chelsea's transfer policy, and analytics on transfer fees.
Dec 16, 2022
1 hr 23 min
Episode 79: New Lows Upon Tyne
Travis, Travis, and Ola discuss yet another loss, this time to Newcastle away 1-0. Many of the same old issues were on display, with a futile attack and non-existent midfield. The manager’s problems are discussed, and the difficult set of circumstances he and the club are in. Potter’s deficiencies are highlighted and the hosts theorize how this could improve. The age old Frankenstein squad issue is discussed more, and how, if at all, Potter can navigate the issue. The hosts discuss the current state of the players and who needs to be apart of the overhaul.
Nov 14, 2022
1 hr 7 min
Episode 78: Shrapnel from the Gunners
All of the hosts are joined to discuss the uninspiring loss to Arsenal at Stamford Bridge. The cautious approach from the squad at Potter’s direction is dissected in detail, and the overall trends for the season under Tuchel and Potter are analyzed. Additionally, the hosts offer up their summations of the current and future situation Chelsea and Potter are faced with, and the realistic prospects that the Blues miss out on the Top 4 and the implications that would have for next season.
Nov 8, 2022
1 hr 7 min
Episode 77: Food for the Seagulls
Travis, Ola, and Jordan are joined by special guest Helgi to discuss the heavy 4-1 defeat to Brighton in the Premier League. The woeful first half, defensive structure, lack of control in midfield, and out of form attackers are each analyzed. Concerns for how this type of loss could happen again are also theorized. The competition heating up for the Top 4 race is conversed, and the hosts offer up their immediate impressions at what the future could look like deeper into the Potter era.
Oct 30, 2022
1 hr 6 min
Bullied Red Bull Salzburg
Jordan and Ola discuss the Salzburg game, Potter's tenure so far and whether anything in the Salzburg game was indicative of progress. They also discuss Kepa and the strange calls for him to be dropped in the wake of the game. Finally they discuss the need to plan for the replacement or extension of key players like Jorginho and Kante.
Oct 27, 2022
1 hr 25 min
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