Episode 18 – 2009–10: The FallIn this episode of You’ll Never Pod Alone, we break down one of the most painful and chaotic seasons in Liverpool’s modern history — the 2009–10 campaign. A year that began with dreams of a title challenge quickly spiralled into frustration, injuries, boardroom battles, and the end of the Rafa Benítez era.We explore how the departure of Xabi Alonso destabilised the entire squad, why Liverpool never recovered from early defeats, and how key players like Torres and Gerrard struggled under the weight of expectation and persistent injuries. From the surreal beachball goal at Sunderland to the FA Cup humiliation against Reading, this season produced moments fans still remember — even if they’d rather forget them.Off the pitch, we dive into the full collapse of the Hicks & Gillett regime, the financial pressure mounting behind the scenes, and how the club’s internal turmoil seeped into performances.There were bright spots — Torres’ brilliance when fit, Kuyt’s reliability, Reina’s consistency — and a spirited Europa League run to the semi-finals. But ultimately, Liverpool slumped to 7th place, exited the Champions League in the group stage, and watched the season end with Rafa leaving the club.Episode 18 is the story of a team falling apart — but also the moment before Liverpool’s long climb back to the top began.
🎧 A season of frustration, heartbreak, and the final chapter of the Rafa era — relived in full detail.

Episode 17 – 2008–09: So Close

In Episode 17 of You’ll Never Pod Alone, we revisit one of the most dramatic, emotional, and exhilarating seasons in modern Liverpool history — 2008–09, the year Rafa Benítez’s Reds came closer to winning the Premier League than ever before.

This was the season of Torres & Gerrard at their unstoppable peak, dismantling defences with pace, precision, and pure electricity. Xabi Alonso delivered his greatest campaign in a Liverpool shirt, Mascherano dominated midfields, and Pepe Reina remained one of Europe’s finest goalkeepers.

We break down the title race month by month — the statement wins, the frustrating draws, and the unforgettable nights. From the 1–0 victory at Stamford Bridge ending Chelsea’s 86-game home league run, to the emotional 4–1 demolition of Manchester United at Old Trafford, Liverpool announced themselves as genuine contenders.

And in Europe?
Liverpool destroyed Real Madrid home and away, including a famous 4–0 win at Anfield.
They pushed Chelsea to the edge in a 12-goal quarter-final thriller.
This was a team that no one wanted to face.

But despite just two league defeats, too many draws ultimately cost Liverpool the title. The Reds finished with 86 points, playing some of the finest football of the Premier League era — but Manchester United edged them out.

Expect:
⚽ A full month-by-month breakdown of the season
🔥 Torres and Gerrard at their world-class best
🏟️ European dominance over Real Madrid
📺 Cultural rewind — Dark Knight, Poker Face, early iPhone era
📊 Why draws, not defeats, cost Liverpool the title
❤️ Why this remains the greatest Liverpool season never to win the league

Liverpool may not have lifted the trophy — but they captured hearts, restored belief, and produced some of the most iconic moments in club history.

Because even when they come so close…
You’ll Never Pod Alone.

Episode 16 – 2007–08: Torres Arrives

In Episode 16 of You’ll Never Pod Alone, we relive the electrifying 2007–08 season — the year Liverpool Football Club unveiled a new superstar and rediscovered their swagger.

Rafa Benítez reshaped his squad once again, but this time he signed a generational talent: Fernando Torres. The Spanish striker hit the ground running, forming a devastating partnership with Steven Gerrard and producing one of the greatest debut seasons in Premier League history.

Liverpool still struggled for consistency in the league — too many draws, too many missed chances — but in Europe, the Reds roared again. From the record-breaking 8–0 win over Besiktas, to knocking out Inter Milan at the San Siro, to another unforgettable European night against Arsenal, the campaign was full of drama, goals, and big moments.

Although the league title was never truly within reach, Liverpool reached the Champions League semi-finals, where Chelsea finally got the better of them after multiple seasons of intense rivalry.

Expect:
⚽ A month-by-month breakdown of every twist and turn
⭐ Torres scoring 33 goals in a sensational debut season
🧠 Rafa’s tactical evolution and squad refresh
🎵 Cultural rewind to 2007–08 (Umbrella, Iron Man, Heroes, the rise of the iPhone*)
🏟️ Champions League classics vs Inter, Arsenal, and Chelsea
📊 A season of flair, fire, frustrations… and fantastic football

2007–08 wasn’t about trophies.
It was about transformation.
It was about the arrival of a superstar who lit up Anfield.

Because through goals, glory, and European nights…
You’ll Never Pod Alone.

Episode 15 – 2006–07: Athens Awaits

In Episode 15 of You’ll Never Pod Alone, we relive Liverpool’s dramatic 2006–07 campaign — a season of evolution, resilience, and another unforgettable European journey under Rafael Benítez.

After the highs of the Gerrard Final the previous year, Liverpool strengthened with key additions like Dirk Kuyt, Craig Bellamy, Fabio Aurelio, Jermaine Pennant, Álvaro Arbeloa, and the emergence of Daniel Agger. While Premier League inconsistency kept the Reds from mounting a true title push, the team once again came alive under the lights in Europe.

From Crouch’s overhead kick, to the wild Camp Nou victory over Barcelona, to another electrifying night against Chelsea in the semi-final, Liverpool proved that 2005 was no fluke — they were genuine European giants again.

The season culminated in a return trip to the Champions League Final in Athens, where Liverpool met AC Milan for a rematch of rematches. This time, the Reds fell 2–1, but the journey itself cemented the Benítez era as one defined by tactical intelligence, spirit, and European pedigree.

Expect:
⚽ Month-by-month season breakdown
🧠 Rafa’s squad evolution and tactical identity
🏟️ Barcelona, Chelsea, and the road back to the final
⭐ Player spotlights on Gerrard, Carragher, Reina, Agger & Kuyt
📺 Cultural rewind — Casino Royale, The Departed, Snow Patrol & early smartphones
🏆 A reminder that even without a miracle, Liverpool belonged among Europe’s elite

2006–07 wasn’t about revenge.
It wasn’t about another miracle.
It was about proving that Liverpool were back — and here to stay.

Because through every European night and every dream of glory…
You’ll Never Pod Alone.

Episode 14 – 2005–06: The Gerrard Final

In Episode 14 of You’ll Never Pod Alone, we move from the miracle of Istanbul into a season of evolution, reinvention, and another unforgettable moment in Liverpool history.

The 2005–06 campaign marks Rafa Benítez’s second season, and this time Liverpool build — not dream. New arrivals such as Pepe Reina, Momo Sissoko, Bolo Zenden, and Peter Crouch reshape the squad, with Steven Gerrard rejecting Chelsea in the summer to continue leading the club he loves.

Liverpool improve dramatically in the Premier League, recording their highest points total of the modern era up to that point and smashing club defensive records, including 11 consecutive clean sheets. Reina becomes a wall, Carragher turns into a cult hero, and Gerrard reaches his peak powers.

But the campaign is defined by one date:

13 May 2006 — Cardiff.
The FA Cup Final.
Liverpool vs West Ham.

West Ham lead 3–2. Gerrard is cramping, exhausted, barely able to move.
Then, in stoppage time, from 35 yards…

THUNDERSTRIKE.

3–3. One of the greatest goals in FA Cup history.
Penalties. Reina saves three.
Liverpool lift the trophy.

The match is instantly nicknamed:

> “The Gerrard Final.”



In this episode:
🔥 A month-by-month breakdown of the season
🧠 How Rafa’s tactical evolution transformed Liverpool
🧤 Reina’s arrival and the new defensive backbone
⭐ Player focus: Gerrard, Carragher, Alonso, and Crouch
🎬 Cultural rewind to 2005–06 (Batman Begins, Pon de Replay, Lost, Nokia bricks*)
🏆 Full retelling of the FA Cup Final — emotion, commentary, goosebumps

Liverpool didn’t rely on miracles this year.

They relied on a legend.

Because whether it’s Istanbul or Cardiff…
You’ll Never Pod Alone.

Episode 13 – 2004–05: The Miracle of IstanbulIn Episode 13 of You’ll Never Pod Alone, we relive one of the greatest football stories ever told — Liverpool’s journey to the 2005 Champions League title.The season begins with a seismic change: Gérard Houllier’s era ends, and Rafa Benítez arrives from Valencia armed with tactical discipline, European pedigree, and a vision to rebuild the club. Xabi Alonso and Luis García join the squad, bringing intelligence and flair.Liverpool struggle for consistency in the league — injuries, squad transition, and a lack of depth keep them hovering around mid-table for much of the season.
But in Europe?
Different story.
Benítez turns Liverpool into a tactical machine.From the Olympiakos miracle — “You beauty… what a hit, son!” — to the emotional victory over Chelsea in the semi-final, Anfield becomes electric again.And then…
Istanbul.Three goals down at halftime.
Dead and buried.
Then Gerrard, Smicer, Alonso… six minutes of pure belief.3–3.
Penalty shootout.
Jerzy Dudek’s wobbly-leg mind games.Liverpool lift the European Cup for the fifth time — and footballing history labels it:The Miracle of Istanbul.In this episode you’ll hear:
⚽ Season breakdown, month by month
🧠 Rafa’s tactical changes
⭐ How Gerrard became a legend
🏆 Full retelling of the final — with goosebumps guaranteed
📺 Cultural rewind to 2004–05 (Beyoncé, Green Day, Lost, Saw)It wasn’t just a season.
It was destiny.Because through miracles and madness…
✨ You’ll Never Pod Alone.

Episode 12 – 2003–04: Houllier’s Final Chapter

In Episode 12 of You’ll Never Pod Alone, we close the book on the Gérard Houllier era — a season that began with quiet optimism and ended with an emotional farewell.

After years of discipline, silverware, and steady progress, the 2003–04 campaign proved to be the end of the road for Houllier’s Liverpool. A summer of new arrivals — including Harry Kewell and Steve Finnan — promised attacking football and a push for the title. But what followed was a frustrating, stop-start season filled with missed chances, stale tactics, and familiar flaws.

Liverpool’s football lacked spark, the cups offered little comfort, and the fans’ patience began to fade. Yet, through all the ups and downs, Steven Gerrard emerged as the true leader of the next generation, and a vital fourth-place finish ensured Liverpool would be back among Europe’s elite.

Expect:
⚽ Month-by-month breakdown of the season’s highs and lows
📉 Cup heartbreak and inconsistency in the league
⭐ Player focus on Gerrard, Owen, and Kewell
🏁 Reflection on Houllier’s impact and emotional departure
📺 Early-2000s nostalgia — Hey Ya!, Return of the King, Little Britain

It wasn’t a season of glory — but it was a season of transition. The old chapter closed, and a new one was about to begin… led by a Spaniard who would take Liverpool to the summit of Europe.

Because even through change, triumph, and tears… You’ll Never Pod Alone.

Episode 11 – 2002–03: From Hope to Heartbreak

In Episode 11 of You’ll Never Pod Alone, we look back at Liverpool’s 2002–03 season — a campaign that started full of promise but spiralled into one of the most frustrating years of Gérard Houllier’s reign.

After finishing 2nd the year before, optimism was high. New arrivals from the World Cup, including El Hadji Diouf and Salif Diao, were expected to fire the Reds into a title challenge. And at first, it all looked good — Liverpool went top of the table by November.

Then came the collapse.
An 11-game winless run wrecked their season, European dreams faded, and the football turned flat. The pressure mounted, but there was at least one bright moment: victory over Manchester United in the League Cup Final, courtesy of goals from Gerrard and Owen.

Expect:
⚽ Month-by-month breakdown of the highs and lows
🏆 League Cup glory in Cardiff
😬 The collapse that cost Liverpool a Champions League place
⭐ Player spotlights on Gerrard and Owen
📺 Cultural flashbacks — The Matrix Reloaded, Coldplay’s Clocks, and The Office finale

Liverpool finished 5th in the league, won the League Cup, and watched a golden opportunity slip away. It was the beginning of the end for Houllier’s Liverpool — a team caught between past glories and future promise.

Because through every triumph and heartbreak… You’ll Never Pod Alone.

Episode 10 – 2001–02: The Follow-Up to Glory

In Episode 10 of You’ll Never Pod Alone, we revisit the 2001–02 season — the campaign that followed Gérard Houllier’s treble-winning triumph and saw Liverpool push for the Premier League title while conquering Europe’s biggest stage once again.

It was a season of ambition, emotion, and resilience.
Liverpool returned to the Champions League for the first time in 16 years, fought for the Premier League crown, and overcame one of the most emotional moments in modern club history — Houllier’s life-threatening illness and inspirational return to the dugout.

Expect:
⚽ A month-by-month recap of Liverpool’s league and European exploits
🏆 The story of the UEFA Super Cup win over Bayern Munich
❤️ Houllier’s health battle and the team’s response under Phil Thompson
⭐ Player spotlights on Owen, Gerrard, and Riise’s thunderbolt debut season
📺 Cultural throwbacks — The Office, Harry Potter, and Fellowship of the Ring
📊 Full season stats, key results, and that sharp all-red Reebok kit

Liverpool finished 2nd in the Premier League and made the Champions League quarter-finals, proving that the treble wasn’t a one-off — it was the foundation of a club reborn.

Because through every triumph and trial… You’ll Never Pod Alone.

Episode 9 – 2000–01: The Cup Treble

In Episode 9 of You’ll Never Pod Alone, we relive one of the greatest seasons in Liverpool’s modern history — 2000–01, Gérard Houllier’s masterpiece.

After years of transition, Liverpool finally found their winning edge. This was the season the Reds lifted three trophies — the FA Cup, League Cup, and UEFA Cup — and secured a top-four finish to return to the Champions League.

Michael Owen’s late heroics in the FA Cup Final, Gary McAllister’s legendary 44-yard derby free-kick, and the unforgettable 5–4 UEFA Cup Final in Dortmund all made this campaign one for the ages.

Expect:
🏆 Full breakdown of the treble triumph
⚽ Player spotlights on Owen, Gerrard, McAllister & Heskey
📺 Cultural throwbacks — Gladiator, Coldplay’s Parachutes, and Big Brother
📊 Season stats, biggest wins, and that iconic amber-and-navy away kit

The 2000–01 season was more than silverware — it was the rebirth of Liverpool as serial winners in the modern era.

Because through every trophy and every triumph… You’ll Never Pod Alone.

Episode 8 – 1999–2000: Houllier’s Rebuild Begins

In Episode 8 of You’ll Never Pod Alone, we revisit the 1999–2000 season — Gérard Houllier’s first full campaign in sole charge, and the year he tore up the old Liverpool and began building something new.

Out went the likes of Paul Ince, David James, and Jason McAteer. In came the new spine: Sami Hyypiä, Stéphane Henchoz, Dietmar Hamann, Vladimír Šmicer, and goalkeeper Sander Westerveld. The changes brought defensive stability and a glimpse of the future, but inconsistency still haunted the Reds.

Liverpool flirted with Champions League qualification but missed out on the final day, finishing 4th — level on points with Leeds but edged out on goal difference.

Expect:
⚽ Month-by-month breakdown of results and key moments
⭐ Spotlights on Hyypiä’s instant impact and Owen’s injury-hit campaign
📺 Cultural throwbacks — The Matrix, Britney Spears, Fight Club, and Who Wants to Be a Millionaire
📊 Season stats, biggest wins, worst defeats, and those iconic Reebok kits

No trophies this year — but the rebuild was underway, and Houllier’s Liverpool were laying the foundations for the treble-winning season to come.

Because through the ups, downs, and rebuilds… You’ll Never Pod Alone.

Episode 7 – 1998–99: The End of Evans, the Arrival of Houllier

In Episode 7 of You’ll Never Pod Alone, we revisit the 1998–99 season — a year of change, upheaval, and transition at Anfield.

Roy Evans began the campaign in charge, but by November, the last of the Boot Room boys had stepped aside, leaving Gérard Houllier to take full control. It was the end of an era and the start of a cultural revolution.

On the pitch, Michael Owen shone as Liverpool’s new star, fresh from his World Cup heroics, scoring 23 goals despite the team’s struggles. Robbie Fowler battled injury, Steve McManaman sparkled but prepared for his controversial free transfer to Real Madrid, and defensive weaknesses once again cost Liverpool dearly.

Expect:
⚽ Month-by-month highlights of highs, lows, and turning points
⭐ Owen’s rise, Fowler’s frustrations, McManaman’s farewell season
📺 Cultural throwbacks — Britney Spears, Lock, Stock, Who Wants to Be a Millionaire
📊 Season stats, biggest results, and that famous yellow away kit

Liverpool finished 7th in the Premier League, endured early cup exits, and ended another season without silverware. But 1998–99 was the campaign that cleared the way for Houllier’s rebuild — the first step towards a new era.

Because through every change and challenge… You’ll Never Pod Alone.

🎙️ You’ll Never Pod Alone – Episode 6
Liverpool 1997–98: Owen Explodes, Fowler Falters, Defence Collapses

In this episode, we revisit Liverpool’s 1997–98 season — a campaign remembered for the breathtaking rise of Michael Owen, the struggles of Robbie Fowler, and the all-too-familiar fragility at the back.

🔴 We’ll cover:

Michael Owen’s breakthrough – 18 league goals at just 18 years old, PFA Young Player of the Year

Robbie Fowler’s injury-hit season – only 9 league goals, as Owen stole the spotlight.

Paul Ince, Patrik Berger, and McManaman – the engine room of goals, grit, and guile in midfield.

David James’ mistakes & defensive woes – why “Calamity” James and the back line cost Liverpool another title challenge.

Cup humiliation & league frustration – FA Cup 3rd round exit to Coventry, and finishing 3rd behind Arsenal & United.

The changing of the guard – with legends like Rush and Barnes gone, Owen became the new face of the Reds.


It was a season of dazzling flair, wasted opportunities, and the birth of a new superstar.

🎧 Join us as we relive the highs, lows, and lasting legacy of 1997–98.

Episode 5 – 1996–97: So Near, Yet So Far

In Episode 5 of You’ll Never Pod Alone, we look back at the 1996–97 season — a campaign where Roy Evans’ Liverpool thrilled fans with attacking football, pushed for honours on multiple fronts, but ultimately fell short when it mattered most.

With Robbie Fowler at his lethal best, firing in 31 goals, and Steve McManaman dazzling as the creative heartbeat, the Reds looked like genuine title contenders. They lit up the league with big wins and unforgettable classics, including another legendary 4–3 against Newcastle.

But inconsistency, defensive frailties, and costly slip-ups derailed the challenge. Liverpool ended the season empty-handed — finishing 4th in the league, exiting both domestic cups early, and falling in the Cup Winners’ Cup semi-final to PSG.

Expect:
⚽ Month-by-month highlights of key wins, defeats & turning points
⭐ Spotlights on Fowler, McManaman, and the so-called “Spice Boys” era
📺 Cultural throwbacks — Britpop, Trainspotting, Independence Day, and Euro ’96 fever
📊 Season stats, biggest results, and the iconic cream & red kit

A season of breathtaking football, unforgettable moments, but ultimately… what might have been.

Because no matter the highs or lows… You’ll Never Pod Alone.

Episode 4 – 1995–96: Spice Boys, Wembley Woes, and What Might Have Been

In Episode 4 of You’ll Never Pod Alone, we revisit the 1995–96 season — a campaign of breathtaking football, a thrilling title chase, and a day at Wembley that Liverpool fans will never forget… for all the wrong reasons.

Roy Evans’ Reds had Robbie Fowler at his lethal best, Steve McManaman dazzling with creativity, and new record signing Stan Collymore adding firepower. The goals flowed, the Kop roared, and Liverpool looked like genuine contenders.

But defensive frailties and inconsistency cost them, and the season ended in heartbreak — finishing 3rd in the league and losing the FA Cup Final to Manchester United, remembered more for those infamous cream Armani suits than the football itself.

Expect:
⚽ Month-by-month breakdown of wins, defeats & turning points
⭐ Spotlight on Fowler’s 36-goal season and the Collymore partnership
📺 Cultural throwbacks — Britpop, Toy Story, GoldenEye, and The Fast Show
📊 Season stats, biggest results, and the kits of ’95–96

It was a season that promised so much, delivered plenty of excitement, but left Reds wondering what might have been.

Because win or lose… You’ll Never Pod Alone.

Episode 3 – 1994–95: The Coca-Cola Cup and Fowler’s Explosion

In Episode 3 of You’ll Never Pod Alone, we head back to the 1994–95 season — Roy Evans’ first full campaign in charge, and the year Robbie Fowler became a Kop hero.

It was a season of thrilling football, defensive frailty, and Liverpool’s first major trophy of the Premier League era. We relive it all month by month — from the opening-day demolition of Crystal Palace, Fowler’s record-breaking four-minute hat-trick against Arsenal, to that famous Wembley win over Bolton in the Coca-Cola Cup Final.

Expect:
⚽ Fowler’s 31-goal breakthrough season
⭐ McManaman’s creativity and Evans’ attacking flair
📺 Cultural throwbacks — Britpop beginnings, The Lion King, and Friends landing on UK screens
📊 Season stats, biggest wins, heaviest defeats, and the classic Carlsberg kit

Liverpool finished 4th in the league, lifting silverware but still falling short of a title challenge. It was a year of excitement, hope, and what might have been.

Because through every goal and every trophy… You’ll Never Pod Alone.

Episode 2 – 1993–94: Souness Out, Evans In, and Fowler Arrives

In Episode 2 of You’ll Never Pod Alone, we head back to the 1993–94 season — a year of turmoil, transition, and the birth of a new Liverpool hero.

Graeme Souness began the campaign under pressure, bringing in Nigel Clough and Neil Ruddock, but the Reds stumbled through inconsistency and frustration. A humiliating FA Cup defeat to Bristol City at Anfield sealed his fate, and by January, Souness was gone.

Enter Roy Evans, the last of the Boot Room boys, who steadied the ship and restored hope. Most importantly, a teenage Robbie Fowler exploded onto the scene, announcing himself with goals, swagger, and a connection with the Kop that would define the decade.

Expect:
⚽ Month-by-month breakdown of key wins, defeats & turning points
⭐ Spotlight on Robbie Fowler’s breakthrough and Ian Rush’s final years
📺 Cultural throwbacks — the music, films & TV of 1993–94
📊 Season stats, biggest results, and the iconic Carlsberg kit

Liverpool finished 8th in the league, with no silverware — but this was the season that set the stage for the next chapter.

Because through the highs and lows… You’ll Never Pod Alone.

Episode 1 – 1992–93: Liverpool’s First Premier League Season

In the debut episode of You’ll Never Pod Alone, we rewind to 1992 — the year the Premier League was born and the season Liverpool entered a new era.

Host [Your Name] shares his story of becoming a Liverpool fan down south, inspired by his uncle, and discovering football just as Sky Sports changed the game forever.

We break down Liverpool’s turbulent 1992–93 campaign month by month — from opening day defeat at Nottingham Forest to Robbie Fowler’s explosive debut, Ian Rush carrying the attack, and Graeme Souness losing the faith of the Kop.

Expect:
⚽ Key wins, heavy defeats, and league positions throughout the season
⭐ Player spotlights on Ian Rush and a young Robbie Fowler
📺 Cultural snapshots — the music, films, and TV of 1992–93
📊 Season stats, biggest results, and that iconic green-and-white away kit

It wasn’t silverware, it wasn’t glory — but it was the start of Liverpool’s Premier League journey.

Because no matter the highs or lows… You’ll Never Pod Alone.