Roker Rapport

Paul is the first-team scout these days at @SUFCOfficial, and he joined RR’s @MarkCarrick08 for a pre-match chin wag and a short yet fascinating trip down memory lane. You can catch it, as always, for free on iTunes, Acast and YouTube. What are we talking about this week?Paul gives us a bit of background on the last time we were in the division and what it was like playing for McMenemy, Stokoe and Smith;Smart decisions in the transfer market and promising young talent in Bali Mumba; Can we mount a real challenge in this league?How did it feel to be part of a resurgent side under Denis Smith; Will Jack Ross be able to gel the team in the same way?The teams to look out for as we delve deeper into the season;Dodging pies on the touchline; Sunderland players and the need to develop a thick skin...This and much more! Listen in!  See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.