Wanderers Way

Wanderers Way S2 Episode 8: Jeff Chandler

In our latest episode of Wanderers Way, John and Derek are joined by Jeff Chandler, two-time Wanderers winger between 1981-1989. 
Jeff recounts his relationships with his former managers, his time getting into professional football, his spells at Blackpool, Leeds and Derby as well as both spells at Wanderers. 
At the end of his second spell with Wanderers, Jeff scored in the Sherpa Van Trophy final at Wembley in a 4-1 victory over Torquay United. 
TIMESTAMPS: 
0:00 - Start
0:49 - Coming to Watch Wanderers today
4:10 - Starting out in football and joining Blackpool FC
10:28 - The move to Leeds United
18:11 - Regrets in his career
21:39 - Allan Clarke joining as Leeds United manager
28:01 - Joining Wanderers for the first spell
35:11 - Playing at Burnden Park
38:09 - Leaving Bolton and joining Derby County
43:55 - Playing against Bolton for Derby
48:50 - Re-joining Bolton
50:19 - Falling out with Phil Neal
58:24 - Scoring in the Sherpa Van Final 1989 at Wembley

Wanderers Way S2 Episode 7: Cyrus Christie

In the latest episode of Wanderers Way, we take a look back at an episode recorded back in November, when John and Derek were joined by current Wanderers defender Cyrus Christie to discuss Wanderers, his career and the journey from childhood to being a professional footballer with over 500 appearances. 
TIMESTAMPS:
0:00 - Start
0:15 - Introduction
2:22 - Cyrus' impact at Wanderers to date
9:45  - The career and growing up
12:25 - The family ties to Boxing
16:17 - Starting off at his hometown club, Coventry City
26:55 - Joining Derby County and playing for Steve McClaren
35:50 - Playing behind Amario Cozier-Duberry
40:45 - A short stint at Middlesbrough
43:42 - Being a player on Deadline Day
57:34 - The Play-Offs with Fulham
60:30 - Playing in the Premier League
66:40 - Playing under Russell Martin at Swansea
 

Wanderers Way S2 Episode 6: Michael Johansen

In the first Wanderers Way episode of 2026, Derek and John are joined by former Wanderers player, Michael Johansen!
Michael recounts his time at Wanderers, not forgetting the very first moment he met John McGinlay and gained his nickname 'The Smurf'!
TIMESTAMPS: 
0:00 - Start
0:57 - Introduction 
4:17 - Growing up and wanting to be a professional footballer
7:31 - Michael’s career in Denmark
10:29 - Denmark winning the Euros in 1992
12:50 - Always transferring clubs with his brother
15:53 - Michael and Per joining Wanderers together
17:21 - His first day at Bolton, becoming ‘The Smurf’
19:55 - The final year at Burnden Park
22:10 - Playing at both Wanderers stadiums
24:04 - Playing under Colin Todd
27:53 - The jump playing in the Premier League
31:52 - Being called up to play for Denmark
35:32 - Sam Allardyce joining Wanderers as manager
39:47 - Nights out whilst at Bolton
44:01 - Current day Wanderers

Wanderers Way S2 Episode 5: Jón Daði Böðvarsson

Welcome back to Wanderers Way, the official podcast of Bolton Wanderers Football Club, in association with iHeat.
Today, Derek and John are joined by former Wanderers striker Jón Daði Böðvarsson, all of the way from Iceland!
The trio talk all things Wanderers and discuss his career as a whole, before getting on to his plans for the future and his life outside of football. 
TIMESTAMPS:
0:00 - Start
0:32 - Introduction
2:49 - Being back in Selfoss, Iceland
7:47 - Potentially doing the coaching badges
11:01 - Moving abroad to play in Norway
15:47 - Playing in the Euros and beating England
20:30 - The Thunderclap
21:37 - The connection with the BWFC fans
27:30 - Joining Wolves, Reading & Millwall
35:14 - Signing for Wanderers
40:37 - Missing the Papa Johns Trophy final
48:27 - Hoping to have had more game time
52:40 - Leaving Bolton
56:06 - Joining Burton Albion and working with Gary Bowyer

Wanderers Way S2 Episode 4: Alex Murphy

This week, Derek and John are joined by professional boxer and lifelong Wanderers fan, Alex Murphy!
Alex outlines what the lifestyle is like to be a boxer, as well as all of his favourite Wanderers memories growing up. 
His next professional fight is on Saturday 24th January 2026 and will be his first title fight - tickets are available to join Alex at the Co-Op Arena now by messaging Alex directly across all of his social media accounts.
 
TIMESTAMPS: 
0:00 - Start
3:14 - Fighting for a Commonwealth Silver title belt
6:53 - How taking fights works
8:05 - Fighting with only 12 days preparation
12:29 - What a training camp is like
14:07 - Sparring
17:22 - Making weight
22:20 - Deciding to become a boxer
26:15 - The Wanderers fans who follow Alex
27:27 - Life as a Wanderers fan
31:49 - Being in the stand at Wanderers
36:36 - The upcoming fight in January

Wanderers Way S2 Episode 3: Nicky Hunt

Join Derek and John as they catch-up with former Wanderers defender and current Daisy Hill Football Club manager, Nicky Hunt!
 
The trio outline how it is going in Nicky's first stint in charge as a manager, his Wanderers career and of course what it was like to make his Premier League debut against Cristiano Ronaldo at Old Trafford. 
 
TIMESTAMPS:
0:00 - Start
0:39 - Managing Daisy Hill Football Club
6:45 - Managerial advice from Big Sam
11:23 - Being scouted for Manchester United and being released
16:03 - Wanderers players who helped Nicky early on
22:15 - Waiting for a chance in the Premier League
24:41 - The Premier League debut away at Manchester United
27:34 - Cristiano Ronaldo's Manchester United debut
30:35 - Playing under Big Sam and with the stars at Wanderers
36:37 - Losing the League Cup final to Middlesbrough
39:32 - Playing for England U21s
43:55 - Playing for Wanderers in Europe & Big Sam leaving
51:23 - Leaving Wanderers
53:26 - Moving into coaching after retiring
55:04 - Becoming a DJ
58:22 - How Wanderers are getting on today

Wanderers Way S2 Episode 2: Fergal Harkin

Welcome to a brand new episode of Wanderers Way, the official podcast of Bolton Wanderers Football Club. 
In this episode, Derek and John are joined by Wanderers' Sporting Director Feral Harkin to discuss all things Wanderers and how he is getting on in his at Wanderers so far. 
The trio cover Fergal's playing career, the journey into his current role and how it all works behind the scenes at Wanderers.
 
TIMESTAMPS: 
0:36 - Introduction
2:38 - Growing up in Ireland
4:43 - Being scouted by Leicester City
8:24 - Leaving Leicester
13:10 - Retiring from playing professional football in 2007
16:16 - Joining Manchester City
18:07 - Joining Standard Leige 
24:31 - Arriving at Bolton Wanderers as Sporting Director
26:38 - How it is going this season so far
28:05 - Amario Cozier-Duberry
33:19 - Max Conway signing a new contract
35:46 - Working with Steven Schumacher 
37:39 - The recruitment process at BWFC
 

Wanderers Way Monthly Review Episode 1: The start of the season

Welcome to a brand new feature on Wanderers Way - The Monthly Review!
Each month, Derek and John will catch up and review the recent fixtures, upcoming games, general news within the club as well as features from special guests.
This month, the duo review the start of the season, the fixture at Leyton Orient as well as the new contracts for Sam Inwood and Sonny Sharples-Ahmed. 

Wanderers Way S2 Episode 1: Stuart Holden

Welcome to a brand new season of Wanderers Way, the official podcast of Bolton Wanderers Football Club. 
In this episode, Derek and John are joined by Stuart Holden to discuss all things Wanderers and how he is getting on in his broadcast career. 
TIMESTAMPS: 
5:14 - The beginning of the football career
10:40 - Owen Coyle
17:20 - Playing with Fabrice Muamba
20:00 - The injury at Old Trafford
29:37 - Recovering from so many knee injuries and retiring
40:18 - The goal vs Blackburn Rovers
44:04 - Working in Broadcasting
 
 

Wanderers Way Episode 11: Per Frandsen

Welcome back to Wanderers Way, the official podcast of Bolton Wanderers Football Club, in association with iHeat. 
In this episode, Per Frandsen joins Derek and Super John to talk about his 7 year affiliation with the club, his move into coaching and his career in general.
Timestamps:
0:00 - Introduction
1:27 - Current life
4:33 - Joining Lille
6:47 - Arriving at Bolton
11:15 - Playing at Burnden Park
16:34 - The move to the Reebok
21:04 - 1998 World Cup with Denmark
22:32 - Leaving Bolton for Blackburn Rovers
24:13 - Playing under Big Sam
28:54 - The BWFC Golden Years
33:48 - His time at Wigan Athletic
35:46 - Going into management