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Rake The Moon

Sam Morshead

Sam Morshead and Andrew Hawes deliver insight, opinion and analysis on all things Swindon Town, every week.

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S2 · E8
Saturday · 28 min
Sort it out, Moonraker! Are Swindon Town doomed to perpetual bipolarity?
Andrew Hawes and Sam Morshead return to discuss events at Swindon Town over the past seven days. On the agenda: Off the boos: What does the reaction to the Palace defeat teach us about fan-manager dynamics? Great expectations: What is the root cause of the boom and gloom pendulum at the County Ground? Injuryous bastards: It's getting a bit silly now, isn't it? Why? Become a Moonraker member to get unlimited access to the best reporting on Swindon Town. www.themoonraker.news/subscribe Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
S2 · E7
September 12 · 36 min
How coffee with The Moonraker played a part in Ian Holloway's fresh outlook
Andrew Hawes and Sam Morshead return to look back on a busy week at Swindon Town. On the agenda: What's up with Ian? Sam explains how Holloway took it on himself to understand how to better engage with the community We discuss what goes into relationships between the local press and key figures at the clubs they cover Last reflections on a transfer window... and what was behind Aaron Drinan's new deal Away daze: can Swindon recreate their home form on the road? This episode was available early for Moonraker members on CounterPress Podcasts. Become a member today to get unlimited access to the best coverage of Swindon Town www.themoonraker.news/subscribe Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
S2 · E6
August 29 · 24 min
Four days to deadline: What can we expect at Swindon Town?
Andrew Hawes and Sam Morshead are back to reflect on another eventful week at Swindon Town. On the agenda: Jack of the pack: What do we know about the Robins' signing from Kilmarnock? Undisclosed fee or not undisclosed fee: Why modern football's transfer lexicon is bonked Ifs and Butts: A final decision on Danny Butterworth? Injury introspection: Is it time for some hard truths? Become a Moonraker member to unlock early access, exclusive episodes and the best coverage of Swindon Town. www.themoonraker.news/subscribe Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
S2 · E5
August 22 · 32 min
Is there a better way to deal with County Ground safety worries?
Andrew Hawes and Sam Morshead return to discuss another week in the world of Swindon Town. On the agenda: Transferland: 13 days remain of the window - what should we expect Danny Butterworth: In or out? Is shutting sections of the County Ground the answer to safety concerns? Beversbrook or bust: What next for Town's training base? Become a Moonraker member today to unlock early access to Rake The Moon and unlimited coverage of Swindon Town. www.themoonraker.news/subscribe Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
S2 · E4
August 15 · 34 min
Mystic Megs or Mystic Mugs? Predicting 26/27
Andrew Hawes and Sam Morshead return with a look at all things Swindon Town. On the agenda: I predict a riot: We give our hopeless forecasts for the new term Aussie invasion: With another on the way, a look at the state of the transfer market Between a rock and a hard place: Town switch training venues following injury investigation Become a Moonraker member today for unlimited access to the best Swindon coverage. www.themoonraker.news/subscribe Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
S2 · E2
July 3 · 37 min
Ian Holloway is trying to change... why not give him a chance?
Andrew Hawes and Sam Morshead are back to discuss all things Swindon Town. On the agenda this week: Sense and sensibility: Don't expect headline signings as Town seek a functional squad Trust deliver: What happened with the debentures, and why is it so important? A new Holloway: How the Robins boss is trying to turn over a new leaf in 2026/27 Become a Moonraker member today - www.themoonraker.news/subscribe Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
S2 · E1
June 24 · 34 min
What is happening at Swindon Town this summer?
We're back! Andrew Hawes and Sam Morshead dissect events at the County Ground. On the agenda: Signings of the times: What should we expect this summer? Who cares about pre-season? Do the opposition really matter? Come in number two: Is there any chance of an assistant for the gaffer? Become a Moonraker member today and unlock unlimited access to the best coverage of Swindon Town. www.themoonraker.news/subscribe Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
S1 · E18
May 7 · 39 min
The Post-Mortem
Andrew Hawes and Sam Morshead reflect on the season that promised so much but delivered nothing. On the agenda: Chesterfield: A sense of occasion, without a sense of direction How it all fell apart and the call for accountability What to expect from the retained list Become a Moonraker member today to get unlimited access to the best in-depth coverage of Swindon Town. www.themoonraker.news/subscribe Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
S1 · E17
April 29 · 33 min
How has it all come down to this?
Andrew Hawes and Sam Morshead return to discuss Swindon Town's last hope of promotion. On the agenda: It's Grim in Grimsby: What was behind the calamity casserole at Blundell Park? Flushing it out, and starting again: The task facing Ian Holloway this week Chesterfield on the Bank explained: Allocations, segregation, capacities and all the nuance you need Become a member today to access all the best in-depth coverage of Swindon Town. www.themoonraker.news/subscribe Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
S1 · E16
April 21 · 40 min
The Accrington Audit
Andrew Hawes and Sam Morshead return to pick the bones out of another week in the world of Swindon Town. On the agenda: Accrington agony: What went wrong, and can it get worse? Crossing the line: Sam calls for more self-reflection on social media The Drinaisance: as Aaron Drinan picks up the League Two player of the year prize, we analyse his remarkable 12 months Become a member today to unlock the best, deepest and broadest coverage of Swindon Town. www.themoonraker.news/subscribe Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
S1 · E15
April 15 · 36 min
Colchest-grrrrrrr
Andrew Hawes and Sam Morshead return to dissect events of the past week at Swindon Town. On the agenda. Why always Colchester? We explore the weekend disaster. Taking savings to the Bank: Cheap tickets are available for Accrington... but why now? The hurt locker room: Will injuries define the run-in? Become a Moonraker member to unlock all exclusive, in-depth coverage of Swindon Town. www.themoonraker.news/subscribe Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
S1 · E14
April 9 · 55 min
Debating the Debenture: Trust STFC chair Neil Hutchings joins
Andrew Hawes and Sam Morshead are back to explore yet another undulating week in Swindon Town land. On the agenda: Trust chair Neil Hutchings joins the pod to talk about his meeting with the club Debenture debate: What is it? Who could it impact? And why now? And Holman's mustard. After Fletcher completes Swindon's Easter resurrection, what chance of a promotion? Become a member today to unlock the best in-depth reporting on the Robins - www.themoonraker.news/subscribe Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
S1 · E13
April 1 · 35 min
Restructuring
Andrew Hawes and Sam Morshead are back to discuss yet another eventful week at Swindon Town. On the agenda: Doing away with the meat in the sandwich: Clem Morfuni claims 100% control after binning two companies in the club's ownership chain... but there are some important, unanswered questions. Liquidate with destiny? Andrew spent Sunday night in a virtual Aussie courtroom - hear what happened. A Cambridge too far? Can Swindon make the statement of all statements live on the telly on Thursday? Become a Moonraker member to unlock all our reporting, from just £5 per month. www.themoonraker.news/subscribe Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
S1 · E12
March 25 · 28 min
Can A Football Club Ever Satisfy Everyone On Season Tickets?
Andrew Hawes and Sam Morshead are back to get their into the latest from Swindon Town. On the agenda this week: Season tickets: As prices go up, is it impossible for Swindon to balance public expectation with operating costs? The redemption of Darren Oldaker: What has sparked the midfielder's turnaround Whipping the whipping boys: Analysing Town's ruthlessness against the bottom five Become a Moonraker member to unlock all the best, in-depth Swindon Town coverage. www.themoonraker.news/subscribe Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
S1 · E11
March 20 · 34 min
Predicting League Two: What Does The Run-In Have In Store?
Andrew Hawes and Sam Morshead return to discuss the past week in the world of Swindon Town. On the agenda: As Ian Holloway declares Swindon's "blip" over, what caused it... and does one win at Gillingham justify the claim that all is well again? Why is League Two so chaotic? We discuss quality gap, budget-outcome correlation, and other slightly less jargonistic factors Andrew and Sam put their necks on the line and predict the League Two top seven come May 3 Join The Moonraker today to enjoy unlimited access to all content, and enjoy membership perks. www.themoonraker.news/subscribe Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
S1 · E10
March 10 · 29 min
Injury, Injury... They've All Got An Injury
Andrew Hawes and Sam Morshead return to dissect another seven days in the world of Swindon Town. On the agenda this week: The treatment table treatment: Should we be concerned about the number of muscle injuries in the Town squad? Two more games against Salford? The Opta table predicts a fifth-place finish... will it be right? Great Scott! Was Crawley boss Lindsey right in his furious assessment of Saturday's referee? Become a Moonraker member today to unlock unlimited access to the best in-depth Swindon Town coverage www.themoonraker.news/subscribe Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
S1 · E9
March 3 · 37 min
Home Truths: Does Town End Situation Give Club A Chance To Rebuild Trust?
Andrew Hawes and Sam Morshead return to discuss all things Swindon Town. On the agenda in episode nine: The Battle of Blocks T1 & T2: But does the standoff present an opportunity to move forward? How many points for promotion: We make entirely fallible predictions Debt or Gratitude? As Town report loans to the chairman top £10m, we ask: is this situation only heading one way? Become a Moonraker member today to get unlimited access to all our content. www.themoonraker.news/subscribe Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
S1 · E8
February 24 · 40 min
Whatever To Do With The County Ground?
Andrew Hawes and Sam Morshead return after another eventful week at Swindon Town. On the agenda in episode eight: County Ground atmosphere: How does it improve? And who is responsible? Is there a doom loop for any stadium upgrade under the current ownership? And... why so many changes? We discuss tinkerman Holloway. Become a Moonraker member today to enjoy full access to all site content. www.themoonraker.news/subscribe Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
S1 · E7
February 17 · 47 min
To Boo Or Not To Boo
Andrew Hawes and Sam Morshead return to discuss events on and off the field at Swindon Town. On the agenda this week: After Darren Oldaker exchanges coarse words with fans at Shrewsbury, we dig into the curious relationship between players, manager and supporters With the FA releasing their written reasons in the ineligibility row, is anyone actually learning anything from the episode? and Slight of the Round Table: What did we make of the club's latest engagement effort? Become a Moonraker member today to access the full range of exclusive in-depth coverage of your club. www.themoonraker.news/subscribe Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
S1 · E6
February 10 · 36 min
When Is A Forum, A Forum?
Andrew Hawes and Sam Morshead discuss the latest events at the County Ground. On the agenda this week: Communication, communication, communication: Is the discontent over an in-house forum with executive management a fuss over nothing? What's in a name? As Clem Morfuni appoints his son Christian as a non-exec director, we ask: why? And the inside track on why Jake Tabor's loan at Bath turned into a loan at Eastleigh. Become a Moonraker member today to unlock complete access to the best in-depth coverage of Swindon Town. www.themoonraker.news/subscribe Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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