Rob McElhenney on dreaming big vs. tempering expectations with Wrexham AFC

[@davidlasoff8261]

I'm just a fan too old and too far away from Wrexham but watching from afar has become such a highlight as my winter years advance. R&R as owners have changed the game for the better. To care and to love the people of Wrexham is the epitome of a modern saying that I never quite understood until they came along: Think globally but act locally. Such is what they're doing and heartening an old man in a distant land who they will never know but whose optimism about life was waning but now has had the breath of life breathed into him enough to sustain me to journey's end. I can hardly believe the miracle of Wrexham not just for me but for all the unknowns who admire this tale of love in action. Thanks Roger, thanks Rob & Ryan.

[@MotelsonMars]

Great interview, Rog! Love you, Rob! Wrexham has literally changed my life. I never cared about any sports before, let alone football, and now I haven't missed a Wrexham game in 2 years (including 2 at the Racecourse and 4 in the US,) I'm interested in my local MLS team which I didn't know existed before, I have a whole new group of football friends, AND next year I plan to start playing in a local football league for old ladies like me!

[@Reticulosis]

Omg, Roger thank you so much!!!!!! What a beautiful interview, you are a master, good sir!

[@BruceMcFarling]

You go tell SToK that I am buying Stok at my local supermarket to heat up for hot coffee at the office BECAUSE they sponsor the Wrexham content on Men in Blazers. Sponsoring the stand helped, but it was Men in Blazers that put them over the top.

[@AnandNadar2]

Microwave or straight into the pot for slow heating?

[@BruceMcFarling]

@@AnandNadar2 Sadly microwave, as that's the heat source I have in the office.

[@SeanHomsher-ef3mx]

I work a fair amount of soccer in Philly as a cameraman, so I’m a little familiar with the game, and have a team I follow in the champions league, but when Wrexham came along, seeing a Philly boy with a big dream I was immediately turned on and can’t stop watching. I love what they’ve done with the team, how they got the town involved and how people are affected in a positive way. I would leave Philly right now for an opportunity work in this environment in Wales.

[@Chimmbeez]

I have so much respect for Rob, he seems like such a relatable, well-spoken fellow who geniuneally cares about Wrexham AFC, and the Wrexham community. Wrexham AFC is blessed to have him, and Ryan of course, and the rest of the amazing staff who work behind the scenes to make the club into the global phenomenon that it is.

[@a.j.merrifield7558]

I now buy SToK specifically because of their sponsorship of this channel and Wrexham. Keep up the great work!

[@dnicely9]

Wonderful interview Rog! Sending hugs on the loss of your father. 20 years last month for me and missing him never decreases.

[@LOSTshowfan]

Rog is the best interviewer and Rob is the best owner, along with Ryan. Another gem of an interview.

[@Observer285]

That was a moving interview, thank you. I am disabled in the USA and having the Wrexham games to look forward to means more to me than almost anything. So glad I caught Welcome to Wrexham when it first came out. Thank you Rob and Ryan.

[@juniorlopez7410]

Rob out of the two is just my kind of fellow. It feels like Rob just gets it, truly. Anyways, great interview Rog 🤘

[@Red_Snappa]

We've got a fantastic guy like this, plus his new best mate (who's also cut from the same cloth) - as our Chairmen, with not a bad bone in either of them....and yet _still_ the hatred from other clubs' fanbases in hurled our way, hoping & praying that they fail, do a runner and leave us in the sh*t once more. Jealousy is an awful, awful human trait. Rob....Ryan.....Thank you for everything you've done, and continue to do, for our club & our town. In almost 50yrs of following Wxm, I've never felt as excited for our future as what I do now! 👏👏👍

[@shaneg9081]

I love what they are doing, but your response is wrong placed. When you're in the shit, it is absolutely natural to be hurt that someone else is lifted out of it, and you're left behind. It is unfair, and it rightfully creates anger. So long as that is kept to words and grumbles and does not manifest in other ways, it is fair. Theoretically, any team could have had angel investors like this, but only Wrexham did. What has happened thanks to Rob and Ryan is amazing, but everyone else who doesn't have investors like them should be allowed their sour grapes.

[@sarahm8865]

Beautiful conversation! Thanks Rog

[@Lloydero]

this guy is a fkin legend, im so grateful he runs our club, he really puts fire in my belly, makes me want to go kick my boss n say “show me the money”!!!, keep dreaming rob , we share those dreams, difference is YOU can make our dreams come true!!

[@jonathangriffiths-xg6wo]

One of the best podcasts I have heard and seen in a very long time...Mr McElhenney is so honest in the way he feels about everything.... I hope we get to the Prem in 2 years....(wishfull thinking).

[@brianp3570]

The thing at the end about hearing the most from the Wrexham players... Rob is definitely an actor to be able to avoid tearing up there that's like a proud parent moment so perfectly distilled.

[@kellydavidson3379]

Keep on with the 'Magical Thinking', Rob; it is inspiring to many of us. So nice to hear that Luke Young is special to Rob. I can only imagine how difficult letting the players go really is. Great interview!

[@Mysticfob]

Every interview you do is pure class. One of the absolute best! I loved listening as always

[@flipcupking2222]

what a class act owner! Rob and Ryan are so genuine and feels like they are doing all this for the right reasons and the culture they are bringing to the club is directly being represent by results on and off the pitch. #upthetown

[@slaterfamily5155]

Great interview as always Rog. What owners we have, Rob speaks so well, makes me emotional. Good to hear that he has a bit of turf from our League 1 promotion already LOL 29:43. I'm sure that will come soon enough, this year, next year or the year after. Really doesn't matter, it's inevitable at some point with these two in charge.

[@MaineWrexhamFan]

Rog, so sorry to hear about your father. I'm sure he was immensely proud of you. Love your interview style!

[@XTR985]

Great content Rog, I always look forward to to when you drop some Wrexham content Listening to Rob. It makes you realise why the players are so happy to put a shift in on the pitch, with a never say die attitude. Long may all this last

[@denysedubois9334]

Hi Roger- keep doing these fantastic interviews - you have an amazing gift. A favour: please ask, for me, STOK to do a decaf version of the green label? True story: I tried the unusually large sampler in the Vancouver fanzone at around 2PM. I was so impressed as to how smooth it was since I am not a coffee drinker. Fast forward 12 hours later… I am still very much wide awake. So I am writing to a Wrexham vlogger and he replies “what are you doing being awake”? LOL. I am very jealous that you can drink coffee till a few minutes before going to sleep. Thank you from a 🇨🇦 Vancouver Wrexham fan! 😊

[@davidbowen6284]

Rob is a gent. His authenticity comes through every time he speaks. He has such passion you can sense it.

[@daveyfunk]

As much as where Ryan gets praise for bringing the glamour to Wrexham, this slightly over shadows Rob's achievements in TV/film and he's very humble in that respect. Aside from the Hollywood side, Rob's always been passionate about supporting the community and that was so clear early on in the documentaries. I would imagine they've made more money from the documentary and sideshow bits from the football rather than from the club itself and they've really thrown a lot of money into Wrexham as a city. For Rob this very much seems a passion project more about supporting community

[@Southlondonsteve]

Rob is so great! Love seeing him interviewed about Wrexham and football in general. Fantastic! 👍

[@jpr3665]

Rob is such a wonderful human being with great values A breath of fresh air in these crazy times

[@davidbarton7838]

YES HE IS MATE. 😎💥🏴󠁧󠁢󠁷󠁬󠁳󠁿

[@brandonhall5615]

To all those who need to hear it: courage! Another wonderful conversation between two beautiful human beings. Never get tired of this content.

[@DavidAugustine-lc4cj]

I still imagine R & R saying to each other if Wrexham ever made Champions league in 10 years: Who are Real Madrid? Are they are really good!? How big actually are they!? WTF! Thats the Beauty of the story......seeing them seeing every new club, league, stand, newly thriugh their eyes, and the different places and areas of UK! Imagine a English duo doing the reverse in America or Canada and tryong to get to grips with North American culture wandering about cities and towns they've never heard of! It's absolutely nuts! Love it! Im an Aston Villa fan 40+ years on a crazy up ride ourselves in Champions League! And Im still watching Wrexham game Highlights, checking there league 1 position, and following online! 😂

[@Inglese001]

After 4 years as owners, they know way more than you think.

[@MrWhatyousee]

Ey there Rog...thanks for this amazing video.Sorry to hear you lost your dad.Keep on doing good things and thanks for the joyfull videos you make for us.Much love from the Netherlands

[@haydenduvall162]

Pure fried gold. Love this.

[@fodz9246]

Rob and Ryan are a class act as managers. Period.

[@chookywookiee3924]

Best sports journo on the planet!! Love ya work, Rog.

[@pedrobandino5391]

Great Interview, lets hope the keep rolling forward

[@philc8233]

You have to love Rob!! What a great interview...well done Rog 😊👍

[@jasondavies3907]

Just come across the channel. Great interview

[@kennethsimms1128]

Thanks for another ' Masterful ' interview Rog. Clearly we are in safe hands. So much has been achieved within the last four years. Long may it continue.

[@colleenbarber3517]

Brilliantly executed interview. The heart that is Wrexham is wondrous to observe. Thanks Rog, Rob and Ryan. From a non sports fan Vancouverite who’s been hooked on Wrexham!

[@davidbarton7838]

👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻😊😊⭐⭐⭐. FROM W.X.M. 💥

[@basvdflier]

Great interview Rog, enjoyed every minute of it!!

[@PaulZabriskie]

Rog, again a great interview. When I think of Rob & Ryan, I see secure, grown ups who want people around them to do well also. So glad Rob reached out to Ryan to takeover Wrexham and bring this to the attention of the USA/World. 😀👍

[@everydayrealist]

Such an awesome pod. Loved it! Thanks Rog. Go red dragons!!

[@thomasmurray3920]

I am a Chelsea fan, so I know the importance of building a sustainable model. Post Abramovich, our club has struggled trying to do just that, and I think we have gotten over the worst of that transition. Also, having non-football people in charge is something Chelsea had to deal with. Fortunately, Wrexham didn’t have to face the very high expectations that the Blues did, and do. Hats off to the balancing act that R and R have managed between building the infrastructure (financial, personnel, staff and physical plant) and the desire to win and gain promotion.

[@WheelerRickRambles]

Hes a kool kat! …love the Wrexham story! ⚽️ …am a big fan & follower!⚽️⚽️⚽️⚽️

[@TheVosack]

I stopped watching and caring about all sports about 10 years ago. W2W got me interested in the town and team and now I LOVE Wrexham football. I look forward to watching the games every week.

[@jjones7535]

Rog, I’m sorry to repeat myself. I love this content, we need more Wrexham vids 😂🎉❤ You are fantastic such great questions…!!!! James mcclean what a man! ❤ Also, when you next down for a game mate???!

[@mikes8873]

As a Man United fan since the age of 4, which I'd never change of course, I'm a bit envious of the fun and spirit that Wrexham and local teams enjoy

[@hotdogsra6833]

always comes across as a genuine bloke and a gentleman !UPST

[@thomasmurray3920]

It’s obvious from this interview that Wrexham isn’t just a football club, it’s a family.

[@inshallamiami]

Beautiful interview. Made me fn cry, I can't believe this

[@thehpw]

Thanks again MiB for such great coverage. If Wrexham does actually make it to the Premier league could they have a big advantage in recruiting top players because those players will want to work for the coolest owners in all of English football?

[@davidbarton7838]

👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻 YES 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁷󠁬󠁳󠁿

[@debramarie63]

Loved the interview. Many Thanks!

[@tony7044]

I imagine humphrey looking a bit sus when he has a bag of grass in his pocket flying back to Los Angeles.

[@AremosiuR]

😁👏☮

[@Writingne1]

Great interview. Love you Rog and Rob.

[@willyowens6741]

What an interview. What a club. Like old friends chatting over a pint, yet so insightful. Up the town!

[@michaelevans756]

Another great interview. Wrexham is off to a great start.

[@Inglese001]

Yes but very early in the season.

[@michaelevans756]

@@Inglese001 I thought I said that. 🤦‍♂️

[@MotoSaunter]

It's very amusing to me that Rob speaks of the positive culture and good people they bring into the club when the characters he writes and portrays are such terrible people (funny, but horrible). That's probably why I love following the club yet don't watch his shows. Wrexham is so fortunate to have gotten into a relationship with Rob (and Ryan).

[@MattWilliams13]

Two people who are as exceptional as that fleece you are wearing Rog ❤

[@natifv]

rog you always ask the best questions

[@Ace-ig3mj]

never considered even buying stok, cause i make my own coffee at home..but i make an exception for stok

[@gradybridges]

James McClean is the modern day Dennis Rodman. Elite player, love him on your team, other teams hate the site of him. Plays to the edge of the rules.

[@inshallamiami]

Ah, jimmy. He's def a character

[@Phi1618033]

Since Rob and Ryan aren't the typical "businessmen", they're not sociopathic scumbags, which allows them to care about the club and the community, irrespective of profits.

[@ucdwags00]

22:58 “you never feel a sense of peace until after the game is over.” Wouldn’t that be nice Rog? 😅😢💙

[@rogbenn]

would not know tbh

[@donpratt8400]

Enjoyed that

[@mpblolly]

Love Rob. Simple.

[@PeepsWaxPacks]

Love this interview!!!

[@legurnd]

Great pod. Much Love Rog.

[@ataraxy272]

More TWIW please!

[@danwilliams1511]

More Tomi Caws episodes please

[@adventure002006]

Wales, England, Wrexham and the English Football league has moved so far up into the minds and hearts of a global audience because of the Wrexham Documentary McElhenney and Reynolds’s should be knighted.

[@racecourseramble]

Class interview as ever Rog

[@lennonan]

Outstanding interview

[@TrymYoutubeMainChannel]

I think that Wrexham are kinda underestimating how good they been since the takeover I'd say... sure dreaming big / expectations happens. but you've got to realize that you're also improving season by season becoming more valuable

[@IvanMorningstar]

Ive been waiting for new episode from tomi. Is it being postponed?

[@MattWilliams13]

I read on X that the next episode is Birmingham next week

[@aroberts8127]

Great interview Rog.

[@lyndapolys761]

Thanks Roger….you are the reason I drink Stok Cold Brew😊 I was thinking about next summers Wrexham US tour. They’ve done the East Coast and Wrex Coast….I live in St Louis and think they should do the “Mid Wrex Tour” We have the StL Soccer Club and stadium all ready. Could you put it a word with your friends at Wrexham? Please 😊⚽️

[@Inglese001]

Or go and see a game in north Wales ? The trouble is that the stadium is way too small. I know it costs a fortune, but they have to build some new stands - or move to a new ground.

[@lyndapolys761]

@@Inglese001 Retired school teachers, at least this retired school teacher, cannot afford that. Would I love to go? Absolutely! So, until such time ….a Mid Wrex Tour would be fabulous!!

[@Inglese001]

@@lyndapolys761 I don’t go to games either. But wherever you watch Wrexham, it’s a great story, isn’t it? I truly hope that they make it to the Premier League.

[@lyndapolys761]

@@Inglese001 it is…..I just stumbled upon the series and then got totally sucked in. By the time I save to actually go to Wrexham maybe the stadium will have that new Kop stand 🤞🏻

[@JamesMorgan-r9d]

Can’t wait for Mythic Quest

[@cdw1485]

Can’t wait for Wrezham to meet my ManU in the premier league, Epic day that

[@dennisaston3551]

If things are going well, you have positive momentum. Don't take your foot off the gas.

[@11matt11]

Jesus, listening to Rob, the town of Wrexham got so lucky. This is more than just a fairy tale now. This is a sociological experiment where can you keep a positive ownership outlook and continue to do good, when owning a football club

[@clj.4874]

Every team starts the season with the thought of top spot and promotion as there aim and dream and target, so why not i say. Is it realistic ? i am not sure expecially when teams like Birmingham have splashed mega money on players, but fingers crossed parky has brought in the right players this summer ( still early days to say if he has , we certainly strengthed the aquad but i am not sure about the first 11 from last season , apart from dobson ) for us to launch another promotion bid. Time will tell.... p.s We have also got two fantastic owners.

[@jrosesftv]

The new sponsor next year should be HP Sauce to go with that Roast Beef

[@pmaloney666]

HAHAHA! Everton in League 2.. :)

[@wendywatson-hallowell1413]

Best looking owners and mrg.!!!

[@shaneg9081]

The unnecessary shot at Everton...

[@themaharaniscloset]

The only other team that gives me Liverpool feels..

[@shatzofhudson]

aww....he's got a lil dirt for the dirt man :)

[@Rizeandshine]

Bring back Tomi!

[@RobertGalvan-s1v]

what is Tomi's status.. where is he?

[@CarolHernandez-o6q]

Rosina Village

[@mongolakademik9844]

why 'welcone to wrexham' season 1 had 18 episodes, and season 3 had only 8?

[@firmanf7317]

First

[@iammattbarker]

Reality distortion field

[@ThomasBaxter]

Jesse Marsch isn't a Canuk. Glad to have him leading CAMNT, but he's 'murcan

[@jianpanglam570]

Wtf, is that even legal to take soil and grass from one country to another

[@ac8598]

Terrible way of engaging in an interview. Why are you so great Rob? How are you great Rob? This incredible great idea, how did your great brain think of that?

[@yvonnefoster8181]

Rog is so cringey & a bit eccentric lol

[@torgmeister]

👏👏👏