Welcome back to The Last Word and a game that won't live long in the memory.

Kyle Dempsey scored a scruffy equalising goal 12 minutes from full time at Doncaster Rovers but, let's be honest, the performance barely warranted a share of the spoils.

We hear from Steven Schumacher and Tyler Miller after the final whistle and Bolton fan Henry Hewitt drops by to give his verdict on the match.

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Welcome back to The Last Word and a game that won't live long in the memory.
Kyle Dempsey scored a scruffy equalising goal 12 minutes from full time at Doncaster Rovers but, let's be honest, the performance barely warranted a share of the spoils.
We hear from Steven Schumacher and Tyler Miller after the final whistle and Bolton fan Henry Hewitt drops by to give his verdict on the match.
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We have a very special offer for listeners of The Buff Podcast - so take note.
Subscription to The Bolton News will cost just &pound;26 for a WHOLE YEAR!
Alternatively, pay &pound;6 for six months - after which it will be &pound;4.99 per month.
You'll be doing this podcast a massive favour by using The Buff's subscription page, so please do take a look. For all the details, <a href="https://www.theboltonnews.co.uk/subscribe/?utm_source=twitter&amp;utm_medium=organic_social&amp;utm_campaign=Marc-Iles&amp;utm_term=Nov_25&amp;utm_content=181125">please click HERE.</a>
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Remember, it isn't just a podcast, it's The Buff Podcast. And we're here every Friday.
If you want to get in contact with the show, please email thebuffmail@gmail.com or tweet Marc on @MarcIles and @Henry__Hewitt&nbsp;
And please, please leave a review. We work hard to put these episodes out every single week, in-season and out, and the more feedback we get, the better the product. Having said all that, we are currently only accepting five-star ratings, as all the other ratings are broken.
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Welcome to the The Buff, a Bolton Wanderers podcast from The Bolton News.  On Thursday join chief football writer Marc Iles for a light-hearted look at the latest headlines, rumours, reaction, and some big-name guests.  Before every game we bring you The First Word with the best of the pre-match press conference and a look at the key stats behind the game, and then after the final whistle we bring you The Last Word with instant reaction.

Welcome to the The Buff, a Bolton Wanderers podcast from The Bolton News.&nbsp; On Thursday join chief football writer Marc Iles for a light-hearted look at the latest headlines, rumours, reaction, and some big-name guests.&nbsp; Before every game we bring you The First Word with the best of the pre-match press conference and a look at the key stats behind the game, and then after the final whistle we bring you The Last Word with instant reaction.

Welcome to the The Buff - The Number One Bolton Wanderers Podcast!

The Buff

Welcome to the The Buff, a brand new Bolton Wande…

The Last Word - Doncaster Rovers 1-1 Bolton Wanderers

We're back! Did you miss us?

When last we recorded a main episode of The Buff we were looking forward to the festive fixture list with optimism and Henry - possibly as a result of one too many chocolate liqueurs - had predicted 12 points from the five games between Wycombe and Northampton.

Let's be honest, it didn't go according to plan. But why?

That's what we are here to look at as The Buff makes its New Year comeback with a bumper episode filled with headlines, gossip and emails.

What do we think to Steven Schumacher's squad rotation?

Which Wanderers players are in danger during the January transfer window?

What names have already been linked - and is there anything in them?

What is written on the bathroom wall at Portman Road about Barry Knight?

All of these questions are answered, along with plenty more in your number one Bolton Wanderers podcast!

We have a very special offer for listeners of The Buff Podcast - so take note.

Subscription to The Bolton News will cost just £26 for a WHOLE YEAR!

Alternatively, pay £6 for six months - after which it will be £4.99 per month.

You'll be doing this podcast a massive favour by using The Buff's subscription page, so please do take a look. For all the details, please click HERE.

We are on the lookout for advertisers and sponsors for The Buff, The First Word and The Last Word.

If you are interested in getting involved in the biggest BWFC podcast, or would like to advertise in our Bolton Wanderers coverage in the Bolton News please email our advertising department on emily.wood@localiq.co.uk  

Remember, it isn't just a podcast, it's The Buff Podcast. And we're here every Friday.

If you want to get in contact with the show, please email thebuffmail@gmail.com or tweet Marc on @MarcIles and @Henry__Hewitt 

And please, please leave a review. We work hard to put these episodes out every single week, in-season and out, and the more feedback we get, the better the product. Having said all that, we are currently only accepting five-star ratings, as all the other ratings are broken.

 

We're back! Did you miss us?
When last we recorded a main episode of The Buff we were looking forward to the festive fixture list with optimism and Henry - possibly as a result of one too many chocolate liqueurs - had predicted 12 points from the five games between Wycombe and Northampton.
Let's be honest, it didn't go according to plan. But why?
That's what we are here to look at as The Buff makes its New Year comeback with a bumper episode filled with headlines, gossip and emails.
What do we think to Steven Schumacher's squad rotation?
Which Wanderers players are in danger during the January transfer window?
What names have already been linked - and is there anything in them?
What is written on the bathroom wall at Portman Road about Barry Knight?
All of these questions are answered, along with plenty more in your number one Bolton Wanderers podcast!
<hr>
We have a very special offer for listeners of The Buff Podcast - so take note.
Subscription to The Bolton News will cost just &pound;26 for a WHOLE YEAR!
Alternatively, pay &pound;6 for six months - after which it will be &pound;4.99 per month.
You'll be doing this podcast a massive favour by using The Buff's subscription page, so please do take a look. For all the details, <a href="https://www.theboltonnews.co.uk/subscribe/?utm_source=twitter&amp;utm_medium=organic_social&amp;utm_campaign=Marc-Iles&amp;utm_term=Nov_25&amp;utm_content=181125">please click HERE.</a>
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We are on the lookout for advertisers and sponsors for The Buff, The First Word and The Last Word.
If you are interested in getting involved in the biggest BWFC podcast, or would like to advertise in our Bolton Wanderers coverage in the Bolton News please email our advertising department on <a href="mailto:emily.wood@localiq.co.uk">emily.wood@localiq.co.uk </a>&nbsp;
Remember, it isn't just a podcast, it's The Buff Podcast. And we're here every Friday.
If you want to get in contact with the show, please email thebuffmail@gmail.com or tweet Marc on @MarcIles and @Henry__Hewitt&nbsp;
And please, please leave a review. We work hard to put these episodes out every single week, in-season and out, and the more feedback we get, the better the product. Having said all that, we are currently only accepting five-star ratings, as all the other ratings are broken.
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When life gives you lemons: The Buff's New Year comeback special

Welcome back to The Last Word and a pretty unremarkable goalless draw between Bolton Wanderers and Northampton Town.

A forgettable stalemate between two tired teams, or a symptom of issues for Steven Schumacher to tackle against sides who come to frustrate and contain? 

Either way, things haven't gone according to plan over Christmas at the Toughsheet, so we go through the potential issues.

Hear from Steven Schumacher, Kevin Nolan and Eoin Toal - plus Henry Hewitt's reaction after the final whistle, in your very favourite post-match podcast.

We have a very special offer for listeners of The Buff Podcast - so take note.

Subscription to The Bolton News will cost just £26 for a WHOLE YEAR!

Alternatively, pay £6 for six months - after which it will be £4.99 per month.

You'll be doing this podcast a massive favour by using The Buff's subscription page, so please do take a look. For all the details, please click HERE.

We are on the lookout for advertisers and sponsors for The Buff, The First Word and The Last Word.

If you are interested in getting involved in the biggest BWFC podcast, or would like to advertise in our Bolton Wanderers coverage in the Bolton News please email our advertising department on emily.wood@localiq.co.uk  

Remember, it isn't just a podcast, it's The Buff Podcast. And we're here every Friday.

If you want to get in contact with the show, please email thebuffmail@gmail.com or tweet Marc on @MarcIles and @Henry__Hewitt 

And please, please leave a review. We work hard to put these episodes out every single week, in-season and out, and the more feedback we get, the better the product. Having said all that, we are currently only accepting five-star ratings, as all the other ratings are broken.

 

Welcome back to The Last Word and a pretty unremarkable goalless draw between Bolton Wanderers and Northampton Town.
A forgettable stalemate between two tired teams, or a symptom of issues for Steven Schumacher to tackle against sides who come to frustrate and contain?&nbsp;
Either way, things haven't gone according to plan over Christmas at the Toughsheet, so we go through the potential issues.
Hear from Steven Schumacher, Kevin Nolan and Eoin Toal - plus Henry Hewitt's reaction after the final whistle, in your very favourite post-match podcast.
<hr>
We have a very special offer for listeners of The Buff Podcast - so take note.
Subscription to The Bolton News will cost just &pound;26 for a WHOLE YEAR!
Alternatively, pay &pound;6 for six months - after which it will be &pound;4.99 per month.
You'll be doing this podcast a massive favour by using The Buff's subscription page, so please do take a look. For all the details, <a href="https://www.theboltonnews.co.uk/subscribe/?utm_source=twitter&amp;utm_medium=organic_social&amp;utm_campaign=Marc-Iles&amp;utm_term=Nov_25&amp;utm_content=181125">please click HERE.</a>
<hr>
We are on the lookout for advertisers and sponsors for The Buff, The First Word and The Last Word.
If you are interested in getting involved in the biggest BWFC podcast, or would like to advertise in our Bolton Wanderers coverage in the Bolton News please email our advertising department on <a href="mailto:emily.wood@localiq.co.uk">emily.wood@localiq.co.uk </a>&nbsp;
Remember, it isn't just a podcast, it's The Buff Podcast. And we're here every Friday.
If you want to get in contact with the show, please email thebuffmail@gmail.com or tweet Marc on @MarcIles and @Henry__Hewitt&nbsp;
And please, please leave a review. We work hard to put these episodes out every single week, in-season and out, and the more feedback we get, the better the product. Having said all that, we are currently only accepting five-star ratings, as all the other ratings are broken.
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The Last Word - Bolton Wanderers 0-0 Northampton Town

It's a new year but will it be a new Bolton Wanderers?

Steven Schumacher's side go to Doncaster Rovers looking for a pick-me-up after the frustrating defeat to Mansfield Town on Monday.

Going into the game in sixth spot, there is a feeling around the fanbase that they are behind schedule. And we hear a few of your five-word verdicts on the club's progress in 2025.

Russ Pollitt drops by with his take on the Doncaster clash and we hear an extended interview with the Bolton boss himself.

We have a very special offer for listeners of The Buff Podcast - so take note.

Subscription to The Bolton News will cost just £26 for a WHOLE YEAR!

Alternatively, pay £6 for six months - after which it will be £4.99 per month.

You'll be doing this podcast a massive favour by using The Buff's subscription page, so please do take a look. For all the details, please click HERE.

We are on the lookout for advertisers and sponsors for The Buff, The First Word and The Last Word.

If you are interested in getting involved in the biggest BWFC podcast, or would like to advertise in our Bolton Wanderers coverage in the Bolton News please email our advertising department on emily.wood@localiq.co.uk 

If you want to get in contact with the show, please email thebuffmail@gmail.com or tweet Marc on @MarcIles and @Henry__Hewitt 

And please, please leave a review. We work hard to put these episodes out every single week, in-season and out, and the more feedback we get, the better the product. Having said all that, we are currently only accepting five-star ratings, as all the other ratings are broken.

It's a new year but will it be a new Bolton Wanderers?
Steven Schumacher's side go to Doncaster Rovers looking for a pick-me-up after the frustrating defeat to Mansfield Town on Monday.
Going into the game in sixth spot, there is a feeling around the fanbase that they are behind schedule. And we hear a few of your five-word verdicts on the club's progress in 2025.
Russ Pollitt drops by with his take on the Doncaster clash and we hear an extended interview with the Bolton boss himself.
<hr>
We have a very special offer for listeners of The Buff Podcast - so take note.
Subscription to The Bolton News will cost just &pound;26 for a WHOLE YEAR!
Alternatively, pay &pound;6 for six months - after which it will be &pound;4.99 per month.
You'll be doing this podcast a massive favour by using The Buff's subscription page, so please do take a look. For all the details, <a href="https://www.theboltonnews.co.uk/subscribe/?utm_source=twitter&amp;utm_medium=organic_social&amp;utm_campaign=Marc-Iles&amp;utm_term=Nov_25&amp;utm_content=181125">please click HERE.</a>
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We are on the lookout for advertisers and sponsors for The Buff, The First Word and The Last Word.
If you are interested in getting involved in the biggest BWFC podcast, or would like to advertise in our Bolton Wanderers coverage in the Bolton News please email our advertising department on <a href="mailto:emily.wood@localiq.co.uk">emily.wood@localiq.co.uk</a><a href="mailto:emily.wood@localiq.co.uk"> </a>&nbsp;
If you want to get in contact with the show, please email <a href="mailto:thebuffmail@gmail.com">thebuffmail@gmail.com</a> or tweet Marc on @MarcIles and @Henry__Hewitt&nbsp;
And please, please leave a review. We work hard to put these episodes out every single week, in-season and out, and the more feedback we get, the better the product. Having said all that, we are currently only accepting five-star ratings, as all the other ratings are broken.

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