Ups and Downs - A Leeds United Audio Series

Ups and Downs Productions
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Phil and Rob are lifelong Leeds United fans; and complete opposites when it comes to following the club. Rob’s the optimist. Phil’s the pessimist, shaped by years of Leeds-induced damage.Over a pint, they chew over the latest Leeds chaos team selections, dodgy decisions, last-minute drama, and the emotional toll of following this club. Follow them through the season as they ride the wins, survive the losses, and overthink the draws.Written by Chris O’Connor (Through It All Together, Inside Elland Road) and performed every episode by lifelong Leeds fan Paul Fox and Dean Smith of The Square Ball.A pint-fuelled podcast comedy drama about hope, fear, frustration — and sticking with Leeds through the ups & downs.

Episodes

  1. 1D AGO

    Episode 5: The Game That We Love

    Phil and Rob discuss Leeds United conspiracy theories, bone temples and have a go at a pub quiz! The song at the end of the episode is 'The Game That We Love' written and performed by Stuart Bryne Listen to Stuart's music TRIGGER WARNING: This episode deals with themes of suicide.  If you or someone you know needs help or advice here are some places we hope will help: Andy's man Club The Samaritans

    17 min

  2. FEB 12

    Episode Four - Gruev, Firesticks and a Taxi for Palmer

    Phil and Rob argue over Farke’s approach to the Chelsea game, discuss Gruev’s masterclass against Forest. Rob’s morals are brought in to question and there’s an update on Phil’s lovelife...

    10 min

  3. FEB 4

    Episode Three - Arsenal, Unitards and Dancing with Rosenio

    After getting over the shock of spotting Rob in a unitard on the street, Phil gives him a lift and reflects on the Arsenal drubbing. As the journey unfolds, the conversation drifts , chants, trasnsfer chat into dangerous toilet-related territory, leading Phil to realise that he needs a small but urgent favour from Rob.

    7 min

  4. JAN 29

    Episode Two - Everton, Strand Larsen and Jamie Oliver.

    Phil and Rob reflect on Leeds United's 1-1 draw with Everton, Leeds' pursuit of Strand Larsen and whether Leeds are going to be dragged into a relegation battle. Plus the lads discuss Phil's entry into the world of online dating..

    8 min
  5. Episode One - Goalkeepers, Gruev and Grinder

    JAN 20

    Episode One - Goalkeepers, Gruev and Grinder

    Phil and Rob catch up in the pub and reflect on Leeds United's 1-0 win over Fulham, Farke's turn of fortune and what's really behind Brendan Aaronson's renaissance. Ups and Downs is an audio series following the lives of two Leeds United fans.

    9 min
  • 5 Episodes

About

Phil and Rob are lifelong Leeds United fans; and complete opposites when it comes to following the club. Rob’s the optimist. Phil’s the pessimist, shaped by years of Leeds-induced damage.Over a pint, they chew over the latest Leeds chaos team selections, dodgy decisions, last-minute drama, and the emotional toll of following this club. Follow them through the season as they ride the wins, survive the losses, and overthink the draws.Written by Chris O’Connor (Through It All Together, Inside Elland Road) and performed every episode by lifelong Leeds fan Paul Fox and Dean Smith of The Square Ball.A pint-fuelled podcast comedy drama about hope, fear, frustration — and sticking with Leeds through the ups & downs.

Information

  • Creator
    Ups and Downs Productions
  • Years Active
    2K
  • Episodes
    5
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © 2026 Ups and Downs - A Leeds United Audio Series

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