The Wednesday Word - with Joe Crann

Send us Fan MailHere we are! It's League One week as the English Football League returns this weekend, and Sheffield Wednesday are in action against Leyton Orient after knocking Bolton Wanderers out of the Carabao Cup.On this week's edition of The Wednesday Word Show, our hosts Joe Crann and Dom Howson chat about all things SWFC - from transfers to new contracts to debutants, and the expectation of a new assistant through the door at Hillsborough.Don't forget to give us a follow if you like what we're doing! UTO. Support the showHead over to The Wednesday Word website for all the latest news, or catch us on whichever social media channel you prefer.

Send us Fan MailOn this week's edition of The Wednesday Word, we speak to new Sheffield Wednesday signing, Sil Swinkels, about his switch to Hillsborough and everything that came before it - from his youth in the Netherlands, leaving for England as a 16-year-old, and developing down the road at Chesterfield.Our man Joe Crann also gives a bit of a transfer update and touches on the debate around season tickets that took place this week.Support the showHead over to The Wednesday Word website for all the latest news, or catch us on whichever social media channel you prefer.

Send us Fan MailOur man Joe Crann is back from Sheffield Wednesday's preseason tour, and joins Dom Howson to chat about all that and plenty more on this week's episode of The Wednesday Word.We're talking new away kits, upcoming friendlies, and the interest in both Mason Burstow and Dane Scarlett. There's also time to discuss the Owls' financial limitations after last week's news, and that statement from David Storch.Support the showHead over to The Wednesday Word website for all the latest news, or catch us on whichever social media channel you prefer.

Send us Fan MailFor this week's episode of The Wednesday Word show, we sat down with Barry Bannan, and also asked Henrik Pedersen a couple of questions after watching Sheffield Wednesday train at their base in Telki.Support the showHead over to The Wednesday Word website for all the latest news, or catch us on whichever social media channel you prefer.

Send us Fan MailSheffield Wednesday have already had a busy summer, and there's a lot more to come as Henrik Pedersen looks to build a squad capable of making a push in League One next season.On this week's edition of The Wednesday Word Show, Joe Crann and Dom Howson discuss the work done so far, chat about Tuesday night's clash with Hallam FC, and the upcoming trip to Central Europe that will feature a friendly against Stoke City.Support the showHead over to The Wednesday Word website for all the latest news, or catch us on whichever social media channel you prefer.

Send us Fan MailAs always, things are happening at Sheffield Wednesday. On this week's episode of The Wednesday Word Show, Joe Crann talks through the latest on transfers, discusses a new TWW venture, and sits down with two key members of the Sheffield Wednesday Ladies setup to discuss the season ahead.Barry Bannan, Tayo Adaramola, Joe Lumley and more are discussed as we try to keep you loop as much as possible ahead of the 2026/27 campaign.Check out the new store here: https://thewednesdaywordstore.myshopify.com/ Support the showHead over to The Wednesday Word website for all the latest news, or catch us on whichever social media channel you prefer.

Send us Fan MailA new era has arrived for The Wednesday Word, and on top of the launch of our new shop, we're also welcoming fellow Sheffield Wednesday journalist, Dom Howson, to the family.He'll be joining us every other week on the show, and will be able to bring some fascinating insight to the table after years of covering this beloved club of ours.Head over to thewednesdayword.com for more info on the shop, and thanks - as always - for listening!Support the showHead over to The Wednesday Word website for all the latest news, or catch us on whichever social media channel you prefer.

Send us Fan MailJoin The Wednesday Word's Joe Crann as he discusses all of the latest transfer happenings in a special live Q&A from YouTube. Support the showHead over to The Wednesday Word website for all the latest news, or catch us on whichever social media channel you prefer.

Send us Fan MailAlan Biggs has seen plenty during his time on the beat in South Yorkshire football, and has been there for some of the best times in Sheffield Wednesday's history.From Big Jack Charlton to Ron Atkinson, and across numerous promotions and relegations, 'Biggsy' has seen it all at Hillsborough.In this week's episode of The Wednesday Word Show we sat down with him to discuss the past, the future, and his top three favourite Owls players of all time.Don't forget to come back for more if you're a fan of what we're doing!Support the showHead over to The Wednesday Word website for all the latest news, or catch us on whichever social media channel you prefer.

Send us Fan MailThings are starting to happen at Sheffield Wednesday, and on this week's episode of The Wednesday Word there are some updates from our man Joe Crann on Barry Bannan, Will Grainger and Max Lowe - as well as talk of Callum Paterson and Kyreece Lisbie.We also spoke to Dimitar Berbatov for something a little bit different. Don't forget to hit the like and subscribe buttons if you're a fan of what we're doing!Support the showHead over to The Wednesday Word website for all the latest news, or catch us on whichever social media channel you prefer.

Send us Fan MailFormer Sheffield Wednesday captain Lee Bullen joins us on The Wednesday Word this week for a candid and heartfelt conversation about his remarkable journey at Hillsborough.From arriving as a player and becoming club captain, to serving in a variety of coaching roles and numerous spells as caretaker manager, Bullen spent nearly two decades at Sheffield Wednesday and witnessed some of the most memorable – and challenging – periods in the club's recent history.In this interview, 'Bully' reflects on his favourite memories in blue and white, the special bond he developed with the supporters, and why Sheffield will always feel like home. He also shares his thoughts on the highs and lows of his time at the club, the changing landscape of football, and his hopes for a brighter future for Wednesday following the end of Dejphon Chansiri's ownership.A fascinating look back with one of the club's most loyal servants, packed with insight, honesty and plenty of stories from behind the scenes.Support the showHead over to The Wednesday Word website for all the latest news, or catch us on whichever social media channel you prefer.

Send us Fan MailSheffield Wednesday fans - you asked, and we delivered...In this episode, we're joined by football finance expert Kieran Maguire to break down the recently published administrators' report and what it reveals about the Owls' financial situation, ownership, and the club's future.We also tackle a wide range of supporter questions, including:⚽ What does the report really tell us? And is Dejphon Chansiri in trouble?🏟️ Potential stadium improvements and Hillsborough's future🎟️ Ticket pricing and memberships📝 Player contracts and what fans should expect moving forward🔵 Jamie Vardy rumours – realistic possibility or pure speculation?💰 The latest on the club's incoming Sporting Director🙋 Plus plenty more questions submitted by WednesdayitesSupport the showHead over to The Wednesday Word website for all the latest news, or catch us on whichever social media channel you prefer.

Send us Fan MailSheffield Wednesday promotion hero Lee Gregory invited us into his home to relive one of the most unforgettable seasons in the club’s history. From the pressure moments and dressing room atmosphere to the incredible games against Peterborough United and Barnsley, Greggers opens up on what it really took to get Wednesday over the line.We discuss the key turning points of the campaign, the fans’ impact, life behind the scenes at Hillsborough, and what it was like when Dejphon Chansiri fired Darren Moore. He also chats about a potential future at Middlewood Road as he begins his coaching journey.⚽ Promotion memories🎙️ Honest behind-the-scenes stories🔥 Dressing room insight💙 Sheffield Wednesday passionIf you enjoyed the interview, make sure to check out our other episodes and stay tuned for more.Support the showHead over to The Wednesday Word website for all the latest news, or catch us on whichever social media channel you prefer.

Send us Fan MailJoin Joe Crann on this week's edition of The Wednesday Word Show where he talks about Jamie Vardy, Will Grainger and Henrik Pedersen, as well as the behind-the-scenes work that's going on at Hillsborough as David Storch and his Arise consortium look to get the old girl ready for the 2026/27 campaign.We're also joined by Tom Burton AKA Calling Mr Meadows for a little announcement, with the shirt extraordinaire also speaking about the impending return to Umbro for the Owls.🔵⚪👍 Like the video💬 Drop your memories of Jim McCalliog in the comments🔔 Subscribe for more Sheffield Wednesday interviews, stories, and fan content#SWFC #SheffieldWednesday #Championship #Hillsborough #JamieVardySupport the showHead over to The Wednesday Word website for all the latest news, or catch us on whichever social media channel you prefer.

Send us Fan MailThe new owners of Sheffield Wednesday announced the new season ticket prices today, and they've been largely well-received...On this week's Wednesday Word Show LIVE we answer some of the questions you had, as well as discussing some of the contract decisions that have been made, and the impending arrival of a new Sporting Director.Support the showHead over to The Wednesday Word website for all the latest news, or catch us on whichever social media channel you prefer.

Send us Fan MailMay 14th will be 60 years since Sheffield Wednesday came oh so close to FA Cup glory at Wembley. To mark the anniversary, we sat down with one of the Owls' goalscorers that day, Jim McCalliog, to relive one of the tournament's greatest finals.In this special episode of The Wednesday Word Show, Jim shares memories from his time at Hillsborough, the atmosphere around the club during that and what Sheffield Wednesday still means to him today.From iconic moments to behind-the-scenes tales, this is a must-watch for every Wednesdayite looking to take a trip down memory lane.🔵⚪Support the showHead over to The Wednesday Word website for all the latest news, or catch us on whichever social media channel you prefer.

Send us Fan MailWe're back with another episode of The Wednesday Word show, and after a little bit of takeover talk, we head down to Club De Padel for a brilliant charity event to catch up with a whole host of Sheffield Wednesday players - current and former - as they raised money for Weston Park Cancer Charity.They discussed their futures, the incredible events of the weekend, and plenty more in our one-on-one interviews in Neepsend. Support the showHead over to The Wednesday Word website for all the latest news, or catch us on whichever social media channel you prefer.

Send us Fan MailSheffield Wednesday defender Di'Shon Bernard sits down with The Wednesday Word for an exclusive interview to discuss his journey through injury setbacks, the mental and physical challenges of recovery, and his determination to come back stronger.'Dish' also shares his hopes for a brighter future for the Owls, the ambitions within the club, and what he believes is possible moving forward under a new owner.Plus, he gives special praise to the incredible Wednesdayites, explaining what their backing means to him and his teammates every single week. An honest and insightful chat with one of Wednesday’s key men for next season.Don’t forget to follow along with TWW for more exclusive Sheffield Wednesday interviews, news and content.Support the showHead over to The Wednesday Word website for all the latest news, or catch us on whichever social media channel you prefer.

Send us Fan MailJoin our host, Joe Crann, as he talks through the latest takeover news at Sheffield Wednesday, discussing the growing confidence as Arise remain in dialogue with the EFL and Dejphon Chansiri.He also speaks to Liam Palmer about an upcoming charity event, answers some of your questions, and discusses his thoughts on plans for next season.Support the showHead over to The Wednesday Word website for all the latest news, or catch us on whichever social media channel you prefer.

Send us Fan MailDavid Storch, whose Arise Capital Partners consortium is hoping to buy Sheffield Wednesday, released a lengthy statement taking aim at the EFL last night after being informed that the Owls would be hit with -15 next season.Our founder, Joe Crann, goes live tonight to field your questions about the situation, and discuss any other pressing matters at Hillsborough.Support the showHead over to The Wednesday Word website for all the latest news, or catch us on whichever social media channel you prefer.

Send us Fan MailFrom difficult conversations to promotion highs and cowboy hats… 🎙️In this candid interview, David Stockdale opens up about his incredible time at Sheffield Wednesday -  from playing a key role in their push for promotion, to the shock of being dropped, and the brief moment he found his way back between the sticks.But that’s not all… 🤠 He also shares the hilarious story behind why he turned up to the civic reception looking like John Wayne as he addressed fans from the balcony.Honest, reflective, and full of personality, this is a must-watch for Wednesday fans and football lovers alike.👇 Hit play and hear it all from Stocko himself.Support the showHead over to The Wednesday Word website for all the latest news, or catch us on whichever social media channel you prefer.

Send us Fan MailJoin Joe Crann for all the latest news coming out of Sheffield Wednesday after another busy week for the Owls. David Storch was in town meeting some Wednesdayites of note, there's a new trialist on board and Pierce Charles put on a masterclass against Leicester City.We'll be discussing all that, as well as Joel Ndala, Wednesday Ladies and much, much more.Support the showHead over to The Wednesday Word website for all the latest news, or catch us on whichever social media channel you prefer.

Send us Fan MailThe Wednesday Word is here, and for this episode founder, Joe Crann, went live to chat all about the project and why it's been set up. He also tooks questions on the current state of play at Sheffield Wednesday as the takeover talk continues, as well as Barry Bannan and much more. It was recorded before the Stoke City clash.Support the showHead over to The Wednesday Word website for all the latest news, or catch us on whichever social media channel you prefer.

Send us Fan MailStep inside the mind of Henrik Pedersen in this exclusive one-on-one interview as the Sheffield Wednesday manager opens up like never before.From tactical philosophy to the psychological demands of leadership, Pedersen breaks down what it really takes to manage during a crisis. This isn’t just about football - it’s about decision-making under pressure, handling expectations, and setting standards as relegation looms.Support the showHead over to The Wednesday Word website for all the latest news, or catch us on whichever social media channel you prefer.