Pod On The Tyne: The Athletic FC's Newcastle United show

The Premier League is a bit crazy this year. Bar one or two teams at the top, and one or two at the bottom, it's a massive bunfight with everyone beating each other week to week. With that in mind, we should all react reasonably when we go to the team with the best home record and get turned over. Except this wasn't exactly that; this one needs some context. Oh, by the way. Has anyone seen Chris? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Newcastle and Liverpool served up another Premier League classic, drawing three all at St James's Park on Wednesday night. Eddie Howe's side looked close to their aggressive best, pressing and harrying the league leaders, creating chances, and scoring some lovely goals. But, there's always Salah, and that nagging sense that we can only get ourselves to 100% for the big games. Where was this intensity against West Ham? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jacob Whitehead was at Selhurst Park on Saturday, because of course he was. Sadly for him, Newcastle were distinctly gummy. Masochists can read Jacob's full match report here... In fact, the whole affair was so disheartening we've postponed this week's episode until after the midweek fixture against, **checks notes**... oh dear! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

What is this feeling, we all wondered... squad strength, three wins on the bounce, and a seemingly hapless West Ham trekking North on a chilly Monday night. Ah yes, confidence! Unfortunately, confidence and Newcastle United have never been great bedfellows, and so it was again. Bruno lost another coin toss, Howe's side spurned the few good chances they managed to create, shipped two bad goals, and then slid into second half chaos. The Lasses didn't fare any better, losing 6-1 to Liverpool in the league cup. Could that be a sharpener in a competitive season? It'll take a while to find out, the fixture list is looking very bare over the next few weeks. More info on Run Geordie Run and his 2025 t-shirts can be found here. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

There are still five days left in what feels like an even-longer-than-usual international break. Chris is so sick of it, he's literally sick. A few of Newcastle's players may not take quite such a dim view, though. Oli Kay drops by to consider whether Newcastle is now the place to be for England hopefuls with Anthony Gordon getting his first goal at Wembley while Hall and Livramento made their senior bows. The Lasses(TM) didn't have it all their own way at St James's Park. In fact, Southampton had much the better of the first half and it took a 99th minute equaliser from Deanna Cooper to rescue a point in front of a loud, proud, but slightly smaller than hoped crowd. Contribute to Wor Flags on their website Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

"The best all-round away performance from Eddie Howe's side in a long, long time", says Chris Waugh. Newcastle's dominant second-half performance at the City Ground has us looking optimistically at the top four in a concertina'd Premier League table. Joelinton was at the core of everything on Sunday, so we have to talk about him and his magnificent goal, but the defence was good again and substitutes Tonali and Barnes produced real impact as well. Shame the international break arrives now... or is it? And, The Lasses TM will be hoping to bounce straight back from their first real disappointment of the season at Bristol City when they welcome Southampton to St James's Park this coming Sunday. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Grab a lazy breakfast on the way to work, stick an extra mile or two on your dog-walk, extend the timer on 'do not disturb', it's a marathon podcast to recap an epic week. Eddie Howe's Mags are BACK. Barnstorming home wins over Chelsea and Arsenal, and the manner of our play, means the gaffer can really celebrate his third anniversary in charge. Two red-hot alumni are up next for the lads, but Hayles and Lumsden are really on fire for The Lasses TM who got a magnificent win at Championship pace-setters Birmingham J City. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

It's a (very loosely) Halloween themed show this week, with most of the team blowing raspberries in foggy London town. Newcastle's defence were scared stiff by Cole Palmer in a Saturday horror show at Stamford Bridge. Can Howe exorcise the ghost in the machine, or will the Pensioners be back to haunt us again at St James's Park on Wednesday? Meanwhile, Chris Waugh finds himself in a deserted hotel with a giant striker making the most of what time he has left playing football. ...And we revisit mutually exclusive memories of Arsenal contests past with special guest, host of The Athletic's "Handbrake Off" Arsenal podcast, comedian Ian Stone. (Ian's tour dates, including tickets for his Newcastle date on November 16th can be found on his website.) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

It was the sort of weekend that needs an extra day to get over. Eddie Howe's men dominated the first half hour (or hour, depending on who you ask) against Brighton. They played some of their best football of the season so far, and created a hatful of chances. Unfortunately, they didn't score any of them and lost. On Sunday, Becky Langley's Lasses squared up to well fancied Charlton Athletic in the Women's Championship, played electric football on the break, and Shania Hayles continued her hot form streak by scoring our first ever hat-trick at this level. Unfortunately, we lost the skipper to a second yellow and conceded twice in injury time to drop two points. The Lasses have a week off now for internationals, while the men head to Chelsea this coming weekend. Can we find our scoring boots and get one over on our rivals for the European places at a ground where joy has been few and far between? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

There's only one buzzword doing the rounds this week, after Beth Lumsden scored both goals to fire Newcastle's women to victory at the Stadium of Light, banishing the agony of last week's defeat against Durham. Meanwhile, the threat of an offer to Eddie Howe from England is gone for a while, at least, with the appointment of Thomas Tuchel to the Three Lions. Might that bode well for the international prospects of some Newcastle players? Howe's squad will reunite this week to prepare for Brighton, for whom Newcastle "old boy" Yankuba Minteh seems to be enjoying his new surroundings. He has that in common with another ex-Mag, now at Toronto FC. Matty Longstaff has been speaking to Chris. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Highlights of our recent live show at the Gosforth Civic Theatre featuring star guests, some proper football chat, and plenty of silliness as well. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jacob Whitehead returns as the black sheep of the podcast, now a sworn enemy deep into 'Everton week'. Two draws, several missed penalties, and a bit of "pageantry" has been and gone, and we're all none the wiser. Who will be wearing opposition colours at the live show later this week?! Eddie Howe's men dominated possession, inevitably, at Goodison Park and had some chances (albeit not as many as they perhaps should), but Jordan Pickford's penalty save and some profligacy put paid to our chances of a win on the road. Langley's lasses got a well-earned point in the league cup in midweek (there was a penalty shoot-out which didn't matter) and then in the Championship Durham were the visitors for our first of two local derbies. A hard-fought, high octane contest ended in heartbreak as Durham nicked it at the death. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Taylor is OK, George is relieved, and Chris is very tired indeed. Wimbledon at home in the Carabao Cup proved to be the most arduous and mind-numbing ninety minutes of football we've sat through in quite some time. It WAS stress-free, though, which is saying something after several nail-biters over the opening weeks of the season. Following the worrying scenes at Fulham Eddie Howe wanted to see more from his big players, not least Anthony Gordon. Thanks to a boost from Wor Flags, and a shift from the lads, we got the best performance in a decent while. The lasses have started their season very well indeed, but they've got two big tests coming up in the shape of Durham and, first, a league cup tie against Everton. The boys will also face Everton this weekend and the newest member of our team delivers a particularly mild brand of trash talk. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

A little earlier than planned after some seriously inclement weather in Wimbledon, Taylor Payne runs the rule over the last seven days in NUFC-land. It's been coming, but that doesn't offer much consolation after a pretty miserable Saturday afternoon at Craven Cottage. Eddie Howe's misfiring Mags finally lost a game despite the best efforts of Harvey Barnes, whose scoring stats have earned a remarkable comparison. Where has our intensity gone, what is the strongest XI, and why are none of our big guns firing? Chris Waugh and Jacob Whitehead attempt to get to the bottom of a frustrating conundrum before Manchester City come calling. No such problems for Becky Langley's Lasses. They got their first ever second-tier win, remain unbeaten, and face an already-struggling Portsmouth next. With Shania Hayles hitting the ground running, spirits are high. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Eddie Howe's Newcastle earned themselves another three Premier League points on Sunday with a performance at Molineux that would have had Erwin Schrodinger ordering several more boxes. Was it good, or bad, or both, or all three? Yes. Whatever it was, we are now experiencing the club's best Premier League start since 1995 (we weren't bad back then), and Howe used the bench to great effect once again. What can we expect at Fulham? No idea, but we're strangely confident. Nowhere near as confident, though, as Amy Andrews. She topped the scoring charts for Durham last season but very much has her sights set on bigger things, and that has to be good news for Newcastle's challenge in the Women's Championship this time round. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The lads are leggy; no, not Eddie's men, but our weary podcasters who are fighting DOMs and post-race bugs after the Great North Run. But, we'll endeavour to bring you a balanced view of the last few days in Newcastle United, featuring the aftermath of a media briefing with new Sporting Director Paul Mitchell. It's fair to say it could have gone better. The Lasses had clear channels of communication as they put on a solid showing in their first league game of the new season. How will they fare in the second tier? Pretty well, if this draw at fancied London City Lionesses is a true picture. The club's next Premier League fixture comes at Wolverhampton, with Chris in attendance, and spirits should be high after a successful set of international fixtures for most of our participants. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

What a week that was! The full podcast team assemble to discuss a crazy seven days during which Newcastle United's transfer plans came to nought amid rumours of a late (panicky?) tilt at Nottingham Forest winger Anthony Elanga. That came after the lengthy pursuit of Crystal Palace centre-back Marc Guehi was finally abandoned on deadline day. The club did sign a player from Palace, though, with Becky Langley bringing in Isabella Sibley from the WSL outfit before their first game of the new Women's Championship season. Every Newcastle fan knows, when you're having a rough time of it, there's only one solution. Spurs at St James's Park. This wasn't quite the rout of the last two years, but Harvey Barnes continued his hot streak and Alexander Isak got off the mark for an uplifting 2-1 win to take Howe's men into the international break. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Taylor Payne is joined by Chris Waugh and professional Chris Waugh stand-in Jacob Whitehead for another weekly recap in the mad, mad, mad, world of Newcastle United. We wanted a routine result at Bournemouth, but that's hoping against hope and we got another stressful, frustrating afternoon. However, Eddie Howe was able to fix several problems with his bench and a draw is not the end of the world. There's also the encouragement of a return for Sandro Tonali, might he start the cup tie at Forest? And, of course, there's a transfer deadline on Friday with at least one major signing expected, if not guaranteed. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Taylor, George, and Chris are keeping a lid on their rage, much like St. James's Park after Ben Brereton Diaz bought Fabian Schar a red in Newcastle's Premier League opener against Southampton. As it turned out, a show of extreme resolution from Howe's men - especially the three-man midfield featuring stand-out performer Joelinton - delivered three precious points and we head to Bournemouth without Chris in tow, obviously, but with a united squad and another week in the legs. When is a bid not a bid? Schrodinger's transfer saga, and that's what it is, shows no signs of coming to a conclusion with Marc Guehi taking the field for Crystal Palace amid a sea of mis- and, probably, dis-information about a potential move to the Northeast. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

There's a warm glow on the podcast this week after we announced another live date at the Gosforth Civic Theatre (tickets here: https://www.gosforthcivictheatre.co.uk/pod-on-the-tyne-live), and we're setting stress aside as we welcome the eve of a new Premier League season. Newcastle United scored two more famous Sela Cup victories at differing stages of their pre-season prep, with Eddie Howe's men even earning a superfluous 4-0 win over Girona to boot! Alexander Isak continues to look a million dollars with his teammates chomping at the bit; Southampton beware... Becky Langley's NUFC Women won't square up for Championship action until September, but they have recruited impressively, with one or two more to come. Add that to the talent already on Tyneside, and back-to-back-to-back promotions are under discussion. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Pod on the Tyne returns after our summer holidays, all except one straggler; no prizes for guessing who that might be... It's been an incredibly busy break, so we catch up on everything that went on, and didn't go on, after the stressful PSR deadline, management changes, and several transfer deals, (with more in the offing!). And there's a rundown of the pre-season tour of Japan, not just from our man in Tokyo, George Caulkin, but with an exclusive diary from inside the squad! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

With Pod On The Tyne on their summer break, we bring you an episode first released on The Athletic FC Podcast looking into Newcastle United's mad dash to comply with PSR ahead of the June 30th deadline. Chris Waugh is alongside Ayo Akinwolere and The Athletic's football correspondent David Ornstein to discuss how Newcastle found a way to balance the books as well as looking at what the situation is at St James’ Park for the rest of the summer transfer window? Meanwhile, Taylor, George and Chris will be back with Pod On The Tyne at the start of August ahead of the start of the new Premier League season. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

George and Chris take to the mic without the calming presence of regular host Taylor Payne, and it's a traumatic affair after Manchester United shocked their neighbours in the FA Cup final to deprive Eddie Howe's Newcastle of a place in Europe. With the second leg of our post-season tour in Australia landing like a gnat on a windscreen, it's been quite a rocky week for the club; co-owner Amanda Staveley even took to Instagram to make an unusual apology. But, what does it all mean for the future? Will the lack of European football have an immediate impact on management and planning. And, why are Rafa's 2017 Mags so hot right now? PRODUCER: Ollie Bellwood Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Blood, sweat, tears... a seemingly unending slog with torn thighs, visceral noise, and extreme emotion. But, that's enough about Chris's breakfast... Eddie Howe's Newcastle United, after one of the most arduous campaigns in the club's history, are currently in Australia playing back-to-back friendlies. But, with the league schedule done and dusted we can look back over a season of remarkable moments, a mountain of goals, and yes, some gut-wrenching defeats as well. As we look to the future, there's optimism about where this team and NUFC Women are headed, even if we are relying on someone else to get us one more positive result. To be fair, though, it is Manchester City. PRODUCER: Ollie Bellwood Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

It's the hope that kills you, and former "World's Grumpiest Man" George Caulkin, made the fatal error of going to Old Trafford to report on Newcastle United with positive expectations. Knowing they could, and perhaps should, win the game, Eddie Howe's team created their own downfall, albeit they got some assistance from the VAR unit (is their brief reign coming to an end?) Was it missed chances or haphazard defending that cost us the game, and potentially a European place next season? Does it matter? Why are we here? Did you leave the iron on? Big questions, vague answers. PRODUCER: Ollie Bellwood Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Newcastle's final home game of the season ended in a draw for Eddie Howe's men against Brighton. Slightly disappointing? Probably, but the home form overall has been pretty spectacular. If they are to qualify for Europe, though, they'll have to take points on the road at Manchester United, where they've won one league game in 51 years, and at Brentford. Kieran Trippier and Dan Burn are confident, and so are we. With a round-up of some awards news, congratulations to Gateshead, and a birthday to celebrate, it's a bright, breezy, spring edition of PotT! PRODUCER: Ollie Bellwood Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Eddie Howe's Europe-chasing Mags have a crucial period coming up, starting with the last home game of the Premier League season as an unsettled Brighton travel to St James's Park. Chris is worryingly confident, but with Anthony Gordon winning pens all over the gaffe and potential starts for returning players like Pope, Joelinton, and Miggy Almiron, you can maybe understand where he's coming from. There's an update on the club's pursuit of a new sporting director. It seeems we are down to the last two candidates, with Dougie Freedman rumoured to be the front-runner... and, we reminisce about Newcastle "flops" who have flourished elsewhere, after Joselu, (Joselu!) scored twice to send Real Madrid to the Champions League final! PRODUCER: Ollie Bellwood Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

A mellow bank holiday episode for you today, one that follows the most beautiful result in football; namely, a routine away win. Callum Wilson scored the opener and lead the line with zeal as Gareth Southgate watched on, so inevitably Chris has decided to write about the prospect of him being sold! And, it was 7 up for Sean Longstaff, and twenty's plenty for Isak (goals) and Gordon (goal contributions) in the Premier League this season. Roll on Europe*! *fingers crossed Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We're taking a trip down memory lane today, inspired by Eddie Howe's goal-tastic Mags, who are on course to become the most prolific scorers in Newcastle's Premier League era. Howe takes charge of his 100th league match as Newcastle manager this Saturday at Burnley, his former home and the team he first beat with the Toon. And there's a fairly eclectic round-up of new stories, with plenty going on behind the scenes both football-related and further afield. HOST: Taylor Payne WITH: George Caulkin and Chris Waugh PRODUCER: Ollie Bellwood Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

When you win 5-1 and, in doing so, beat the Premier League record for goals scored against one opponent in a season. When your star striker and record signing scores for the 7th consecutive home game, matching all bar your club's legendary goal hero. When your other striker reaches a Premier League tally second only to that self-same legend. When those things happen, you should be ecstatically happy, right? Well, we are happy, very much so. But, we also feel a strange sense of fragility, having allowed our opponents, bottom of the league and staring relegation in the face, the run of our stadium for 45 minutes. Eddie Howe's Newcastle have been a strange beast this season, but with lots of international visitors in attendance, we re-affirmed our ambition. Thanks to Wor Flags, the Swedish contingent, The Lasses, and Burn & Co., we're looking up the table again. Can we dream of fifth? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

None of the podcast team were at Selhurst Park on Wednesday night, which in hindsight feels like a merciful stroke of luck after Eddie Howe's Spurs-destroying Mags turned to jelly in the face of an excellent Crystal Palace side. So, what exactly happened? Was it the tactical plan (which had worked so well at home against Tottenham), was it the execution from the players, or was it the shortage of options Howe had to mix things up. As it is, we're hunting high and low for positives. Maybe Callum Wilson's return, Sheffield United at home next. Donnez moi un break, Rodney! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We're suffering from football cold turkey this Monday morning; The Lasses (TM) did play on Sunday, but they were held to a goalless draw away at Halifax having sealed the league title a week earlier. Eddie Howe's Resurgent Mags resume hostilities at Crystal Palace on Wednesday night after an eleven day break. It's virtually impossible for them to achieve back-to-back Champions' League campaigns but the other European competitions are looking very attainable. We've a quick update on a frustrating development for our riverside neighbours Gateshead, and various other bits of nonsense in this compact Monday morning edition. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

After our epic effort on Monday, everyone is suffering the effects of adrenaline withdrawal. Everyone except George's mam, that is, and Monday's star performer returns to get us off to a flyer. We're scraping the barrel of Chris's new weekly Newcastle United Q&A, with second-rate questions about squad strengthening and pre-season, PSR (of course) and potential sales! Eddie Howe's men have a week off and The Lasses (TM) have already won the league, so George has been hunting for inspiration elsewhere and found it! North-East actress Catherine Dryden drops by to tell us about her latest gig, starring in a one-woman show at the Theatre Royal about First World War munitions worker turned goal-machine Bella Reay. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

It's an epic edition of PotT with no apologies from us as we've already bumped as much news to Thursday as we possibly can after a weekend most football fans can only dream of! Becky Langley and Newcastle United Women are the champions of FAWNL Premier Northern Division. It's their second title, and promotion, in as many years and they will be playing Championship football next season. George was at Kingston Park to cheer them home. Meanwhile, Newcastle's men thrashed Spurs at home for the second season running to keep alive their slim hopes of a repeat campaign in the Champions League. Watched by Chris and George, and a very special guest indeed. HOST: Taylor Payne WITH: George Caulkin and Chris Waugh PRODUCER: Ollie Bellwood Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

It's another big weekend for Newcastle United with Ange Postecoglu's Tottenham looking to defy an interesting pattern among teams to win at St James's Park this season, and Huddersfield Town rounding off a punishing eight-day spell by trying to stop Becky Langley's women from sealing back-to-back league promotions. But, there are a few off-pitch matters to catch up on as well. Joelinton's contract negotiations are picking up pace, so it looks like he's staying on. Great, but prompts the painful question: if you have to bring in money through player sales, which of our current squad would you choose to offload? If we want to make enforced sales a thing of the past, we'll have to grow revenues. Ticket prices would be an unpopular choice, but what about lucrative tours abroad? When we have the worst injury record in the division, compromising pre- and post-season plans also seems risky. Oh, yeah, and Cock van der Palm! HOST: Taylor Payne WITH: George Caulkin and Chris Waugh PRODUCER: Ollie Bellwood By George Caulkin Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Are Eddie Howe's sh1thousing Mags back? After an abominable start at Craven Cottage, Newcastle 'keeper Martin Dubravka took an 'injury timeout', much to the annoyance of Marco Silva, and Howe read the riot act to his charges. After that, things steadily improved and, despite a controversially disallowed goal, Bruno Guimaraes saved the day in his 100th appearance for the club. Anderson and Barnes also impressed from the bench again, and it was our first PL clean sheet away from home since beating Sheffield United 8-0 in September. Meanwhile, on the other side of the Channel, Jacob Whitehead took in two Feyenoord games on an extended scouting trip in the Netherlands. He watched Garang Kuol sit on the bench while Yankubah Minteh underwhelmed against Volendam, but then witnessed a tour de force from the Gambian as his side dismantled Ajax 6-0. HOST: Taylor Payne WITH: George Caulkin, Chris Waugh (aka Sausageman), & Jacob Whitehead PRODUCER: Ollie Bellwood Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Full house on the podcast for this, slightly extracurricular, Wednesday recording. Unfortunately, having booked Jacob Whitehead at half-time during the Everton match, he failed to respond to seventeen messages asking him to stand down. Yes, it fell flat in the end, and Paul Dummett's clumsy challenge on Ashley Young with the ball passing harmlessly overhead was a real frustration. But, we're actually in a decent frame of mind after Newcastle dominated the early stages, got a terrific goal through Barnes and Isak, and actually looked "in control" for the first time in ages. Injuries continue to be the overwhelming problem and, with a remarkably strong XI stuck on the sidelines, it's anyone's guess what will happen at Craven Cottage against an equally unpredictable Fulham. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

An incredible comeback against West Ham came completely out of the blue, or did it? Newcastle had been performing well in their first game following a squad 'reset' over the international break, but some haphazard defending and yet more freak injuries had us wondering if the season was shuddering to a halt. But, after Isak coolly slotted home his second penalty (both won by Anthony Gordon), it was Harvey Barnes to the rescue... cue pandemonium at SJP. Can the podcast team hold it together like they usually don't? On Sunday, Newcastle's women returned to home action for the first time in 42 days and they delivered in style. With Nottingham Forest only able to draw at Derby, the Lasses (TM) are one win from back-to-back league titles. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Eddie Howe's men (the ones not on international duty at least) have taken to warmer climes as management aim to 'reset' for the final stages of an arduous campaign. The podcast team haven't had that luxury, unfortunately. We took our hopes and dreams to Kenilworth Road where things got very Newcastle cup final-y for Becky Langley's lasses. Perspective is important, though, and we take solace in meeting up with friends and the culmination of a largely magnificent season. The men take on West Ham this Saturday lunchtime; a huge game, but one they'll have to manage without Sven Botman (knee knack) and Lewis Miley (back knack). If it's positivity you're after, best to ignore Chris. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In an effort to recapture the magic of our (frankly) unexpectedly magnificent result at Old Trafford in the Carabao Cup, Chris and George attempted to retrace their tyre-treads and summon the power of Tebay. Unfortunately, this sequel proved to be as uninspired as many Hollywood cash grabs, and our duo returned to the North East with their very damp tails between their very knackered legs. A thorough dissection of Newcastle's FA Cup exit is attempted, but meat-based diversions abound. As it is, we've got cup fever, and the only prescription is more from The Lasses (TM). Their magnificent comeback win at Wolves maintained their seemingly unstoppable momentum as they prepare for the FAWNL Cup Final at Kenilworth Road. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We're recording after Eddie Howe's pre-match press conference and everyone is excited about the FA Cup quarter final at the Etihad, nobody more than Chris Waugh it seems. Is there any scope for optimism going into this one with our terrible record at City? George thinks so, and he mounts a strong defence of Newcastle's local lads who have been playing through the pain in a difficult season. Whether this is the end of the road for Eddie Howe's squad in its current form is another matter, with the manager suggesting radical changes in personnel will be difficult to achieve this summer. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Eddie Howe's Newcastle threw away any positive momentum they had built with the wins against Blackburn and Wolves with an abject defensive performance at Chelsea. Chris Waugh was at Stamford Bridge covering Newcastle for The Athletic and he recounts tales of embarrassment and woe, on and off the pitch, to Taylor Payne and George Caulkin. A daunting trip to Manchester CIty next for Howe and the boys, which we'll preview on Friday, but the lasses keep on winning (in the Midlands) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Newcastle's outgoing Sporting Director Dan Ashworth has left a hole at the centre of his metaphorical wheel. Taylor Payne, Chris Waugh, and George Caulkin mangle ananalogies aplenty as they try to shed some light on the current state of affairs in the executive lounge. No association football for us until Sunday, when The LassesTM head to Stourbridge. The formbook says three points for the Mags in that one but it's not so clear for Stamford Bridge on Monday night. The fortunes of two fullbacks, both Chelsea Academy products, come into focus ahead of that game. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

What's this... a home win!? Eddie Howe's men found their SJP mojo on Saturday, inspired by the returning Joe Willock and the evergreen trio of Schar, Bruno, and Gordon... and with Isak back on the scoresheet, things are really looking up. Taylor Payne, Chris Waugh, and Jacob Whitehead are your trio of brothers-in-arms this Monday revelling in three points, three goals, and a bench overflowing with attacking talent (alright, but you get the idea). The Lasses (TM) were three up inside fifteen minutes at Stoke; another great result as they hunt down the FAWNL Premier North title. However, if you're trying to work out the points target, be warned; it's not straightforward. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The captain of Newcastle United WFC, Amber-Keegan Stobbs, joins the pod as we dissect the FA Cup Fifth Round tie at Blackburn and relive last weekend's win over Portsmouth in the FAWNL Cup. Martin Dubravka was the undisputed hero at Ewood Park but Fabian Schar's penalty has George all confused due to its super-sexy non-twattedness and we were all mightily impressed by Elliot Anderson's first kick of a football in four months. Confidence is in short supply for the men, though, and they were sluggish, especially in the first half. Amber helps us understand the importance of confidence, both for individuals and teams. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Taylor, George, and Chris are all a little discombobulated recording on a Sunday night (!) after a strange, terrible, lovely weekend. On Saturday night Eddie Howe's men put in one of, if not the, worst performance since he became manager. All of which left us asking various questions, like: is Sven Botman struggling with his knee, where has the 'nasty' Newcastle gone, and was there even a bus? However, as we record on Sunday evening, there's a warm glow taking over because Langley's lasses, aka Newcastle Women, have reached the FAWNL Cup Final having beaten Portsmouth 2-1 in front of 22 thousand people at St James's Park. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

It's been several years in the making (or it feels like that, anyway) but George Caulkin's long-anticipated feature on Newcastle United's women's team has finally been published. We'll hear from some of the players on how things have changed since the takeover, their lives inside and outside football, and the excitement of playing at St James's Park (which just happens to be coming up this weekend). ...there's a quick update on Dan Ashworth's departure, and a preview of the men's game at Arsenal to boot, but it's all about the lasses today. (for tickets to see NUFC Women v Portsmouth at St James's Park on Sunday 25th February, click here) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

So, it's official: Dan Ashworth has asked Newcastle United for permission to leave so he can take up a new role at Manchester United. We consider the possible terms of his departure with Taylor Payne, George Caulkin, and Chris Waugh. On the pitch, Saturday's draw at home to Bournemouth showed up the deficiencies of Eddie Howe's current set-up once again. We have another sift through the big BDB debate (the BBDBD), lament VAR delays, and just generally try to get our heads around a weird season. Less of a mystery is the position of Newcastle's women at the top of the table. Becky Langley explains why they are flying the flag for something bigger than just one club's success. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Host Taylor Payne has failed to shake off a nasty, throaty cough, for another week and is thinking he will have to accommodate it indefinitely. Meanwhile, Jacob Whitehead returns to the podcast with George Caulkin seconded to a luxury spa for some rest and recuperation. There's no rest for Chris Waugh, though, with an approach for executive Dan Ashworth from Manchester United ruining an eagerly anticipated post-January lull. And, of course, there's no rest at all for Eddie Howe's injury-blighted Mags. They will have to face Bournemouth without Callum Wilson after the former Cherry was ruled out for several weeks. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Chris's first away game in a decade saw him at loggerheads with Eddie Howe; we comb the pre- and post-match press conferences, more for entertainment value than any solid info. Travel is very much on the agenda today, with Bruno's smile as wide as the Trent after he and Fabian Schar delivered three more points at the City Ground. More smiles on Sunday at Burnley as the lasses firmed up their place atop FAWNL Premier Division North, but there's one smile that George would rather forget... Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Chris Waugh has been "taking the temperature" of The Athletic's Newcastle subscribers, and the results are surprisingly optimistic given the apparent dip in performance after last season. Eddie Howe's men travel to Nottingham on Saturday, grateful for the FA Cup replay that took Forest to extra time and penalties on Wednesday night, as well as the absence of the Boxing Day Ballon d'Or, Chris Wood. It's going to be a VERY special away game, for one important reason; listen on to find out. ...and on Sunday there's a 'hewj' game at Burnley as our women take on another title rival hoping to put clear air between themselves and their third-placed opponents. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Saturday's game against Luton at St James's Park was truly bonkers, and George's attempt to tame the madness with a new format is going about as well as his very audible effort to herd his cats. So, instead, we've embraced the chaos. Get ready to understand less about that match after listening to this podcast. Wor Flags delivered a popular message against hostile kick-off times (and, also, Chris Waugh) on Saturday, but they doubled up with a tribute to Becky Langley on Sunday to boot. Langley's lasses, featuring two debutants, duly delivered against Wolves. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Twelve hours in a car with Luke Edwards at the end of the longest January transfer desert in living memory has put George over the top. That's bad news for all concerned, especially Chris. Taylor tries to hold it together but with very little support, not even from Jacob, it's a case of chaos winning... much like Tuesday night at Villa Park. Have Fabian Schar and the rest of Eddie Howe's corner-turning Mags set up a season-redeeming run with this magnificent victory? With additional love for Miggy, incoming transfers (not the senior men's team, sadly), and Langley's double-chasing lasses, it's a bumper episode... hold tight! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Taylor Payne, Chris Waugh, and George Caulkin (well, two of them) are in a very chipper mood despite some inclement weather, because Newcastle United won at Fulham in the FA Cup fourth round, something that simply hasn't happened at this football club in a very long time. It was a great atmosphere at Craven Cottage on Saturday night, Alan Shearer in attendance, of course, and it was just the tonic with transfer window stress and a trip to Aston Villa on the horizon. Meanwhile, the lasses booked their place in the FAWNL Cup semi-finals. With Forest beating Burnley in the league, their destiny is at their own feet once again and they'll be looking to build on their win at Fylde when they face Wolves this Sunday. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The storm has subsided somewhat, but there are still transfer rumours swirling around three or four senior Newcastle players. Will anyone truly test Newcastle's resolve and, with injuries still rife, can we risk a sale to 'unlock' potential reinforcements. The club have agreed a deal for a box-to-box midfielder in the shape of Manchester CIty's Alfie Harrison. However, is a prodigious 18 year-old intended to be used in the Premier League this season? And, with the women facing Fylde in the FAWNL cup, Eddie Howe's men head to Craven Cottage on Saturday for an FA Cup tie against a good Fulham team who gave Liverpool a bit of a Carabao scare on Wednesday night. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

George Caulkin was absent on Monday, but rumours of his departure from Pod on the Tyne are WAY wide of the mark... or are they?! After all, football is a lie and you never know who to believe, especially in January. Kieran Trippier and Callum Wilson were both strongly linked with moves away from Newcastle in the last few days and, as we recorded, there was another story, this time connecting Miguel Almiron with a move to Saudi Arabia. Also, Miguel Almiron is reportedly on the move to Saudi Arabia. Newcastle's women were looking for three points at home on Sunday, with an added bonus of potentially putting opponents Nottingham Forest out of the title race. Sadly, with Storm Isha raging through Kingston Park, and Albatross George in tow, it was heartbreak for the hosts and a three-team title race is a real possiblity. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Eddie Howe's men are getting the weekend off, so we've opened the floor to questions and we got plenty... In no particular order: should Eddie Howe be adapting our style of play more drastically, who is going to help the midfield while we're without so many players, WHEN WILL THOSE PLAYERS RETURN(!), and are we really at the absolute limits of what we can spend on transfers? ...and, after George's late withdrawal, the mantle of getting on Chris's nerves is taken up by Jacob, Taylor, and most of the people sending in questions. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Taylor Payne is joined by George Caulkin and Chris Waugh for a Manchester-holics anonymous meeting after our leading men and women were downed by the blue and red halves of the city respectively. For Eddie Howe's men, it signalled a return to something like the Newcastle United of last season. Unfortunately, it wasn't so much a Pep talk as the strength of the champions' bench that told in the end. Meanwhile, Becky Langley's NUFC Women lost their absurd unbeaten record against one of the strongest teams in the game. Players and fans did themselves proud, though, and there's a huge league game coming up to start afresh. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jacob Whitehead returns to the podcast, albeit slightly later than scheduled, which makes it an awesome foursome as we look ahead to a HUGE weekend of football. Before that, though, Chris summarises the headlines from Newcastle United's latest financial results and the consequences for the ongoing January transfer window and beyond. A double date with destiny, then, and we're looking to the stars for some optimism as Eddie Howe's men aim to take all three points in a fixture that usually yields none; the stats prove Manchester City are our toughest Premier League opponents, but we live in hope. Meanwhile, it feels like the women's team have real hope of progress in the Adobe FA Cup, and that's despite facing one of the real big guns. Manchester United finished second in the WSL last season but Katie Barker is confident and now, we are as well. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

If you had designed the perfect outcome, it would have looked a lot like this. In control from the off, no dangerous moments at the back, and one-nil up at half-time before sealing it with two goals from your premium striker. Newcastle had it all their own way on the pitch, but what does it mean for the rest of the season, future derbies, and what about the celebrations? We get into that and all the rest of it with Taylor, George, and Chris. Let's not forget Sunday, either. Katie Barker notched a hat-trick in a magnificent 7-0 win over Halifax and Newcastle's women have their own date with FA Cup destiny next weekend in Manchester. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In our last podcast we celebrated the successes of 2023 with family and friends, but the Christmas spirit has thoroughly worn off, especially with zero points from three festive Premier League fixtures. January brings new hope, then, or does it? The queue in the physio's office is still pretty lengthy, and FFP could put paid to any ideas about spending our way out of trouble. The New Year's resolution for Eddie Howe's men is as simple as it gets, win the FA Cup third round tie at Sunderland, by any means necessary. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Once again, we assembled in Newcastle for our Christmas drinks special with the magnificent Strawberry pub playing host to an elite audience of friends, relatives, loved ones, and Others. Eddie Howe's men suffered heartbreak at Chelsea on Tuesday night, but we're banishing negativity with a look ahead to the festive fixtures and that date with Sunderland in the new year. It seems everyone associated with Newcastle United is getting a bit tired and emotional, so we also celebrate a late Thanksgiving by remembering our personal highlights of 2023. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We're coming to you just 24 hours before Eddie Howe's men take on Chelsea in the Carabao Cup quarter finals and despite the best efforts of our resident gremlin, Chris Waugh. A three-nil win at home to Fulham would be a nice result under any circumstances, but after European heartbreak in midweek, and with an unwelcome setback in our previously relenting injury crisis, it was a magnificent effort. Lewis Miley got his first senior goal to break the deadlock and teammate Sean Longstaff was full of praise for his junior colleague, and Becky Langley's women won 11-3(!) to round off the calendar year unbeaten(!!!). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Taylor Payne is joined by the world's unlikeliest hoody-wearer, George Caulkin, and Nostra-doofus Chris Waugh, to look back at the last emotional rollercoaster of our Champions League campaign. The Group of Death went to the death, but sadly it wasn't to be as our desire to stay in Europe's premier competition saw us concede to a Milan counter-attack and exit European competition entirely. Fulham are next and, while they have some good recent form, their away record is much like Newcastle's... bad. Huge excitement for Becky Langley and the women's team, though, as they booked a trip to Manchester in the Adobe Women's FA Cup. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Taylor Payne and Chris Waugh are safe in the North East for our weekend review, with George Caulkin making the unexpected decision to broadcast from a building site in central London. We have another dispiriting display to look back at, with Eddie Howe's knackered Mags downed 4-1 by a Spurs side whose "injury crisis" pales by comparison. Better news from Gateshead, where Becky Langley's women made it to the fourth round of the FA Cup and a potential meeting with the big hitters of the WSL. Next up, a Champions League Group F finale with AC Milan coming to St James's Park on Wednesday. The atmosphere should be electric, but can that re-energise the players or will Leao and co spoil the party? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The prodigal grandad returns! George Caulkin is back, which is good, because we need numbers to comfort each other with our resident Evertonian is on the smugpath. Newcastle lost at Goodison Park, deservedly so, but can we bounce back at Spurs on our own little Super Sunday? Captain Lascelles hobbled into the changing room on Thursday: hopefully Eddie Howe can get some reinforcements soon because bare bones was about five injuries ago. Chris updates us on the rehabbers... twice. And we celebrate the glimmer of light that was Lewis Miley, arguably Newcastle's best player in the first half on Merseyside. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Eddie Howe's Newcastle United side, with at most fourteen fit first-teamers, barely got out of second gear in beating Manchester United at St James's Park. Taylor Payne, Chris Waugh, and Jacob Whitehead review what is now a routine scenario, consider the FA Cup draw at Sunderland, and celebrate the women's team topping the table. The men's team head to Everton on Thursday night when Jacob will be watching Anthony Gordon closely and the rest of us will be hoping Isak can recreate his freakish dribble. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Taylor Payne is not a happy man; he's a bit less not happy than he was 24 hours ago, but not by much. Joining him to digest the indigestion of an ultimately unhappy evening in Paris are Chris Waugh and Jacob Whitehead. Kylian Mbappe's penalty rescued a point for Paris Saint-Germain in Champions League Group F, but that doesn't even begin to cover the shock of a 98th minute VAR decision that seemed impossible given what had come before. Did that moment steal the thunder of Newcastle's remarkable two-part performance? In the first half they pressed and pestered and scored a crucial goal through Isak. Then, as the eleven men tired and with no viable subs, they repelled waves of PSG attacks before that stunning final twist of the knife. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Newcastle's bench against Chelsea showed how many players we are missing, but that didn't seem to matter too much as Gordon, Isak and co breezed through the Blues' swiss-cheese defence at will. Lewis Miley also showed why the club's transfer policy was adapted to give him a first team squad role this season. He becomes Newcastle's youngest ever assister of a Premier League goal. Plus, there's news from the PL shareholders' meeting, 26 games unbeaten for Becky Langley's women, and our Champions League preview on a must-win trip to Paris. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Taylor Payne hosts an international break edition of The Athletic's Newcastle United podcast with reporters Chris Waugh and Jacob Whitehead, plus special guests Paul Karter and Thomas Concannon. Representing the Newcastle United Supporters Trust and the Football Supporters' Association respectively, Paul and Thomas bring their experience with fan issues to discuss the difficulties with tickets and related matters that have arisen this season. There's also news of a terrific win for Becky Langley's NUFC women and the latest from our men away on international duty ***touchwood***. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Look, we're all tired. The players, the staff, the fans, even the podcasters have had enough. Defeat at Bournemouth prompted an outpouring of emotion, a cry of frustration, made more painful because the loss wasn't anybody's fault. But, with the turning of a page, can we expect a fresh burst of energy? Unfortunately, given how crowded the physio room is, and how busy the fixture list, it doesn't look like things are getting much easier any time soon. On the upside, the women's team keep churning out results, and the men have an international break when most of them will get a rest of some sort. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

It's the morning after the night before and Taylor Payne and Chris Waugh are in Dortmund, with George Caulkin tuning in from our London bureau. Not the result we wanted from Signal Iduna Park; Newcastle started slowly and could never gain the upper hand against a Borussia side who showed their experience once again. But, let's not forget (on the second anniversary of Eddie Howe's appointment), sobering results like this are now a rarity and despite the Premier League's worst list of absences, the squad will pick themselves up and take everything they've got to Bournemouth on Saturday... unlike Chris. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

A (very) familiar face joins the crew to look back at another remarkable win for Eddie Howe's men, who defied a mounting injury list to deliver another home clean sheet and three points against Arsenal. An intensely fought contest didn't provide much by way of chances for either side, but Anthony Gordon's second-half strike survived three VAR investigations, provoking an as post-match rant from visiting manager Mikel Arteta. Next up, a trip to Germany and a Tuesday night teatime kick-off in a pivotal Champions League Group F fixture. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

An epic road trip, a sensational performance by Newcastle's second (& third?) string, and a moment of pure catharsis for more than seven thousand geordies. Powered by Carabao, this is Pod on the Tyne! Valentino Livramento has started two games this season and has won the man of the match award on both occasions, but with Kieran Trippier driving Newcastle forward, how can we make better use of our starlet? There were so many magical stories, Emil Krafth's return, Gordon up top, and Lewis Hall scoring his first senior goal, and how(!), as Newcastle's seventeen fullbacks made a mockery of Manchester United on their home turf. This team continue to defy the odds, there's every chance they'll do so again when Arsenal come calling on Saturday. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The lads are getting used to life without Jacob, which will be the case for about ten days, and Chris is less than thrilled about having to restart work with a Caulkin road trip! Two more Callum Wilson goals brought a creditable point at Wolves but, with Eddie's Mags down to the bare bones, nerves might be jangling on the way to Old Trafford; especially if George's trip to Morrisons yields all the Carabao he's promising. Becky Langley's lasses got "League Cup week" off to a good start, though, with a superb home win against Forest (albeit not the home home they expected). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

A poorly Taylor Payne holds court with Chris Waugh, George Caulkin and, for the last time in his official capacity as a full-time Newcastle reporter, Jacob Whitehead. It's no inquest, though. A physical Borussia Dortmund, with a plan, and one or two injury blows threw us slightly off our stride, which is enough to make the difference at the elite level. With Tonali's ten month ban now confirmed, we will take a depleted squad to Wolverhampton hoping for three Premier League points with no more injuries. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Taylor Payne is playing mediator, albeit not a very neutral one, with George Caulkin and Chris Waugh at loggerheads. Could it be the least interesting feud in history? Perhaps we're restless because everything is going so well on the pitch. Crystal Palace were no match for Newcastle at St James's Park on Saturday; Dortmund should provide a stiffer test on Wednesday. Becky Langley's NUFC Women also strolled to victory on Sunday and there was a heartening reception for Sandro Tonali with news imminent on his punishment for illegal betting. Donate to the NUFC staff charity challenge here. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We're all together again for our only podcast of the week, and our first opportunity to react to the huge news that Sandro Tonali has been implicated in an illegal betting scandal from his time in Italy. Details are emerging in waves, albeit at a hectic pace, but it looks like Tonali will face a lengthy ban from football. We consider the implications for the player himself and for the team and the club. Not many goals to talk about on the pitch: it was a slightly disappointing result for Becky Langley's women, despite a dominant performance against league leaders Burnley, and nil-nil is often the score when Crystal Palace visit in the Premier League. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Live from the Gosforth Civic Theatre in the heart of *checks notes* Newcastle's most middle class suburb, it's our stage debut! With special guest Alan from Work(!!!!), Taylor and the boys look back at a magnificent two-year spell since the takeover and rejoice in last week's battering of Paris Saint-Germain. Please note; although a lot of saucy audience-only stuff has been removed (including the whole of part two, a live Q&A) this podcast still has some tasty language, even by our grubby standards. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Full house again on our last podcast before we go live to the geordie nation at Gosforth Civic Theatre on Thursday night. Alexander Isak flipped a tired performance on its head with two goals as Eddie Howe's men came from behind to lead West Ham at the London Stadium. Unfortunately, they couldn't see out the game, but a point feels pretty good after a momentous week and we're in decent shape going into the international break. No such problems for the women's team. Bridget Galloway kept her magical run going as Becky Langley's lasses ran out comfortable winners at Liverpool Feds; they will take a 100% record into their home game with unbeaten Burnley on Saturday. (Jacob's article on Alexander Isak referenced in the show can be found at: https://theathletic.com/4531978/2023/08/08/alexander-isak-explosion-newcastle/) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Wowowowowowow! The whole team have been assembled to look back on what may be* the greatest night in Newcastle's footballing history. So, sit forward, don't relax, but do enjoy our analysis of a demolition. Luis Enrique's PSG team, featuring the world's greatest playerTM, did not know what hit them at St James's Park. From goals scored by local heroes, to incredible stories of redemption, to our club taking the most prestigious club competition of all by the scruff of the neck... we've got every angle on that incredible evening. *we know, we know Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Taylor Payne brings you our Monday show with George Caulkin and Jacob Whitehead celebrating football's sexiest two words... we'll whisper them into your ear. Paris Saint-Germain getting relegated from Ligue 1 is about as likely as Jacob winning Masterchef, but Peter Rutzler, THE RELEGATOR, joins us for our Champions League preview so maybe he can help us put them into the Europe League. All that, plus the latest madcap victory in a great start to the season for NUFCW, several misguided animal metaphors, and an inquiry into potential phone-w*nkery. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Taylor Payne reviews the Carabao Cup Third Round win over Manchester City with George Caulkin and perennial chip-pisser Chris Waugh. Eddie Howe made ten changes including a home debut for teenager Lewis Miley and, while the youngsters performed admirably, City dominated first-half possession at St James's Park. But, the game changed with half-time subs Bruno and Gordon triggering a furious burst of pressure resulting in a goal for Isak that sealed the tie. Our reward is a trip to Old Trafford in the next round, but next we host Burnley in the league. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Chris Waugh and Jacob Whitehead join Taylor Payne for a detailed breakdown of Newcastle's incredible 8-0 win at Bramall Lane. It was the club's biggest ever away win in league football and, for the first time in Premier League history, eight different players scored. Next up, the trifling matter of Manchester City in the third round of the Carabao Cup. Without anything else to be negative about, Chris rails against the concept of sponsorship. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

21 years in the making... Newcastle returned to the Champions League and they returned to Milan. Get your headphones on for the full stereo effect as George Caulkin brings you the trip in binaural audio. ...and there's a full debrief with George, Taylor, and Chris. It was a great point, but was it a good performance? Did the decision to arrive as late as possible backfire? And is Chris getting enough sausage? We answer all these questions and more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

George Caulkin reports from Milan as Newcastle United return to Europe, to the Champions League, and to the San Siro with a midweek fixture away to AC Milan. Taylor Payne, Chris Waugh, and Jacob Whitehead review three vital Premier League points after Eddie Howe's men beat Brentford again to regain some crucial momentum going into the UCL group stage. And, with George and Alan from work both suffering with amnesia, we've the best of your memories of Newcastle's past Champions League campaigns. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

George Caulkin and Chris Waugh join Taylor Payne for our second show of the September International Break with Jacob Whitehead incapacitated after a slight pace misjudgement in the baking North East weather on Sunday's Great North Run. There's no room for error for Eddie Howe, aka the man in black, as he readies his men for a gigantic week with crucial Premier League fixtures sandwiching a midweek trip to Milan in the Champions League. NUFC's Women have been, necessarily, flawless so far this season. We've a report on their victory over Stoke City as a storm broke over Kingston Park, an update on Saudi Arabia's friendly games at St James's Park (a mis-step?), and a glimpse at the new Stack Fan Zone below the Gallowgate Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

After Newcastle's uncharacteristically fragile performance on Saturday, Taylor Payne analyses the defeat at Brighton with George Caulkin and Jacob Whitehead. But, if there's a better guest to put some spring back into our steps, then we don't know who it would be. Sir Brendan Foster is a titanic sporting figure and, just a few days before the 43rd Great North Run, he joins us to talk about the event's great success, Sir Bobby Robson, and doing laps of Wembley. A great start to the season for NUFC women, whose new signings are settling in very quickly, and an international break for the men with our fandom, and George, ready for a brief change of scenery. *** • Grab your EXCLUSIVE NordVPN Deal by going to https://nordvpn.com/tyne to get a Huge Discount off your NordVPN Plan + 4 months for free! It’s completely risk free with Nord’s 30 day money-back guarantee!  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Full house this time as the whole team assemble for the Champions League draw, broadcast to an Athletic Live Room on Thursday afternoon. Relive the drama as SPOILER ALERT... we were placed in Group F with PSG, Borussia Dortmund, and AC Milan! Plus, a review of Newcastle's transfer business this summer with the expert help of football statistician Kevin Lawson and reaction to that dastardly Carabao Cup draw against Manchester City. Brighton next, with George already halfway there to beat the rail strike, and Eddie Howe must bring his squad's feet back to turf and put the last fortnight's results behind us. *** • Grab your EXCLUSIVE NordVPN Deal by going to https://nordvpn.com/tyne to get a Huge Discount off your NordVPN Plan + 4 months for free! It’s completely risk free with Nord’s 30 day money-back guarantee!  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

It's the morning after the terrible night before and Taylor Payne, George Caulkin, and Chris Waugh have still got that frightening feeling, the haunting memories of late losses to Liverpool in games we should have won. So, how did it happen, do the Reds really have the wood over Newcastle, and will it always be this way or is it simply that Eddie Howe's team has not yet reached that stage of their development? Brighton next, who we have a mixed record against, a few transfer tidbits plus news of a good opening win for the lasses and an Athletic Live Room this Thursday for the Champions League draw. *** • Grab your EXCLUSIVE NordVPN Deal by going to https://nordvpn.com/tyne to get a Huge Discount off your NordVPN Plan + 4 months for free! It’s completely risk free with Nord’s 30 day money-back guarantee!  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Taylor Payne hosts your favourite Newcastle United podcast with The Athletic's Chris Waugh and Jacob Whitehead. Unfortunately, George Caulkin was forced to withdraw at the 11th hour with an oppressive work schedule, so we have been forced to take drastic measures! The signing of Lewis Hall was confirmed this week, and that may conclude the acquisitions to Eddie Howe's squad in this window. A versatile operator, Hall is the second Chelsea Academy graduate to arrive in August. Onto the Liverpool game, and tensions have arisen this week with fans not over the moon about ticketing decisions and Bruno Guimaraes responding angrily to a tweet about the Manchester City game. Let's hope we're all United come Sunday. *** • Grab your EXCLUSIVE NordVPN Deal by going to https://nordvpn.com/tyne to get a Huge Discount off your NordVPN Plan + 4 months for free! It’s completely risk free with Nord’s 30 day money-back guarantee!  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Taylor Payne gets into the nitty gritty of Newcastle's 1-0 defeat at Manchester City with Jacob Whitehead and Chris Waugh. Were Eddie's men under-par or was it simply a case of being out-passed and out-thought by the best in the business? Still, at least they got their game on! Serious disappointment for Becky Langley and the women's team. Meanwhile, Jurgen Klopp wants to speak to the manager again. Will Mac Allister be available at SJP on Sunday? *** •  Grab your EXCLUSIVE NordVPN Deal by going to https://nordvpn.com/tyne to get a Huge Discount off your NordVPN Plan + 4 months for free! It’s completely risk free with Nord’s 30 day money-back guarantee!  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Taylor Payne, George Caulkin, and Jacob Whitehead are bringing a little extra intensity to this, our third ever Thursday edition. There's great news from the Alan Shearer Foundation who opened their newly renovated outdoor space thanks to a donation from the Newcastle United Supporters Trust. Meanwhile, Chelsea left-back Lewis Hall looks like he might become the club's latest addition; Jacob gives us the rundown on his abilities. We also talk to summer arrival Amber-Keegan Stobbs about the upcoming season opener for the women's team and look ahead to the men's game at Manchester City on Saturday night. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Athletic's Chris Waugh and Jacob Whitehead join Taylor Payne to review Newcastle United's magnificent 5-1 victory over Aston Villa on the opening weekend of the new Premier League season. Sandro Tonali wasted no time getting on the scoresheet as he took to English football like an anatra to acqua, and Eddie Howe's midfield looks to have an added dimension with the Italian joining Bruno and Joelinton in the engine room. Alexander Isak was another of several standout performances with two for him, and Harvey Barnes got an assist and a goal in just 22 minutes on his competitive debut. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

It's the dawn of the new Premier League season but you find Taylor Payne, George Caulkin, and Chris Waugh in a state of disarray, so much so that we can't even get through the apology for the last episode's disastrous start! We're supposed to be making our predictions for the season to come with contributions from Twitter, but George barely predicts anything and Chris (deliberately?) answers an entirely different question from the one Taylor asks him. Onto the opening day fixture against Villa then, and it's our idea of Eddie Howe's first line-up... or is it the team we want to see... or maybe a bit of both. Frankly, it's a minor miracle you're even listening to this at all (hopefully you are). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Taylor Payne looks back at the last weekend of pre-season action for Eddie Howe's men with George Caulkin and Chris Waugh. Newcastle raised the Sela Cup on Sunday after wins against Fiorentina and Villareal but, with new signings Harvey Barnes and Sandro Tonali on the pitch, and Tino Livramento in the stands, the primary goal was integration. A positive win for Becky Langley's NUFC Women rounded off the weekend nicely, and everything feels good going into the new season... not that you'd know it listening to George. Thanks also to everyone who bought tickets to our live show on October 12th at Gosforth Civic Theatre. That event is now SOLD OUT! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Taylor Payne, George Caulkin, and Chris Waugh make history with the inaugural Thursday edition of The Athletic's Newcastle United podcast, but it looks like breaking news will still ruin our recordings with a deal for Tino Livramento announced, honestly, ten minutes after we finished talking. The highly-rated Southampton fullback looks to be a long-term project as he recovers from a knee injury, and it just so happens that we are looking at Eddie Howe's defensive options today. We also examine the ticketing controversy earlier in the week and George looks back on the New Jersey leg of his US trip before the Sela Cup rounds off our pre-season this weekend. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Pod on the Tyne returns for the 2023/24 season with Taylor Payne, a jet-lagged George Caulkin, and Chris Waugh holding the fort while Jacob Whitehead sticks another shrimp on the barbie down under, mate. There's so much to catch up on, it's a good thing the show will now be coming to you twice a week! But, in this episode we hear all about George's escapades in the US, including a tailgate party and a long overdue chat with Shay Given. There's so much excitement in the air, it's a great time to announce our first ever live show at the Gosforth Civic Theatre on 12th October. Get your tickets here: https://www.gosforthcivictheatre.co.uk/pod-on-the-tyne-live-2023 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Athletic has just launched its brand new, daily 10 minute podcast for all those people who are just too busy in the mornings for anything longer. It’s called The Daily Football Briefing and will bring you right up to speed with the biggest stories from the night before and what to expect from the day ahead. Missed a big transfer story? David Ornstein will have you covered. What’s the latest about that club’s takeover saga? Matt Slater will have the latest. What’s Lionel Messi getting up to in MLS? Our American experts will know best. It’s your essential guide to the biggest stories in football - all wrapped up before you’ve finished your first cup of coffee. Follow and subscribe to The Athletic’s Daily Football Briefing for free wherever you get your podcasts so you don’t miss an episode. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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Taylor Payne hosts a Pod on the Tyne review of the 2022/23 season at Newcastle United, one that has thrilled and astounded in equal measure. From a remarkable Carabao Cup run, culminating in a near miss at Wembley, to a Premier League campaign which built on the post-takeover momentum of last season's great escape to catapult Eddie Howe's men into the Champions League. Not forgetting, of course, a league title for the newly adopted NUFC Women's team. The Athletic's trio of Newcastle writers; George Caulkin, Chris Waugh, and Jacob Whitehead, are on hand to share memories and stretch a ludicrous awards ceremony metaphor to its absolute breaking point as we report on a remarkable effort from, essentially, the whole squad and staff and we've a special memo courtesy of Alan (from Work) Shearer. Thanks for listening... see you all in August! Produced by Ollie Bellwood. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We've got a full house for a momentous occasion with Taylor Payne hosting a panel of George Caulkin, Chris Waugh, and Jacob Whitehead celebrating the return of Champions League football to Tyneside. Yes, after Thursday's magnificent victory over Brighton, Monday night's bizarre goalless draw with Leicester, and Aston Villa's point at Anfield, Eddie Howe's Mighty Mags TM will be shithousing Europe's elite next season. It has been an incredible "journey", with zero passengers, so we pay tribute to everyone who has played a part in taking the team from relegation favourites to top four in eighteen incredible months. Produced by Ollie Bellwood. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jason Payne reviews a Tindall week in Newcastle United's season with The Athletic's Chris Tindall and Jason Caulkin, featuring a special celebratory interview with the manager of NUFC's title-winning women's team... Becky Langley. Newcastle's men were the visitors for Leeds' first home game under Sam Allardyce and there was no shortage of incident, albeit in a game that lacked any real flow. Can Eddie Howe manage his midfield options to eke out the crucial points needed to reach the Champions League? Brighton and Leicester both visit St Jason's Park before our next show. Pod on the Tyne is a Jason Tindall production by Ollie Bellwood. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Taylor Payne, Chris Waugh, and George Caulkin are brushing off their disappointment after Mikel Arteta and Arsenal kept their title hopes alive with a win at St James's Park. It was an emotional day for all concerned, but we're happy with the performance from Eddie Howe's "elite" team in what was apparently our first home defeat in the league this season. The men are still on course for Champions League qualification but NUFC Women are celebrating already after they beat Durham Cestria to the league title (on goal difference!) and will play in the FAWNL Northern Premier Division next season. Produced by Ollie Bellwood. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Taylor Payne looks back over another incredible week for Newcastle United with George Caulkin, Chris Waugh, and former 'Mr Everton', Jacob Whitehead. Wins over the Toffees and Southampton leave Eddie Howe's men on the precipice of Champions League qualification and, with the women's team needing one win to seal their league title, we're having a ball. Produced by Ollie Bellwood. For more information, and to support Arthur Salters-Hoult, click here. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Taylor Payne, George Caulkin, Chris Waugh, and Jacob Whitehead peel themselves off the ceiling to relive one of the most remarkable performances in Premier League history. Tottenham's visit to St James' Park on Sunday was billed as a Champions League showdown with Newcastle desperate for a win to cement their place in the top four. As it turned out, well you be the judge... we still can't quite believe it. Produced by Ollie Bellwood. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Taylor Payne welcomes The Athletic's Newcastle United trio of George Caulkin, Chris Waugh, and Jacob Whitehead to another week's discussion, albeit not the most pleasant one we've had of late. For the first time this season, there was a slight sense of capitulation as Aston Villa ran roughshod over our worryingly passive Magpie men. A different story on Sunday, though, as Becky Langley's NUFC Women took Bradford to task and boosted their goal difference in front of a big crowd at St James's Park. All great news after last week's injury time heartbreak and they are hot on Durham Cestria's heels in FAWNL Division One North. Produced by Ollie Bellwood. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Taylor Payne, George Caulkin, and Chris Waugh are basking in the glory of nine Premier League points in six days, thanks to the brilliance of Joelinton, Isak, and a re-energised Callum Wilson. "Tough Guy" Eddie Howe had a great week as well and he'll be taking on Unai Emery's Aston Villa next Saturday. We preview that game, look ahead to a crucial St James's Park fixture for the women's team with Becky Langley, and consider the implications of Adam Crafton's exposé of government emails. Produced by Ollie Bellwood. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

A slightly earlier show this week with Taylor Payne, George Caulkin, and Chris Waugh revelling in Newcastle's glorious win over Manchester United at St James's Park. It finished 2-0, but that flattered the visitors who looked all at sea without Brazil captain Casemiro. We now face three consecutive away games, two of which are in London this week. Produced by Ollie Bellwood. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Taylor Payne previews the final stretch of Newcastle's epic Premier League season with George Caulkin, Chris Waugh, Jacob Whitehead, and special guest Andy Mitten. Eddie Howe, Jason Tindall, and the boys have twelve games left needing only to replicate their form so far this season to finish in the top four. We look at their chances, starting with a detailed preview of the league fixture against Manchester United this Sunday, and we answer a few bonus questions left over from The Athletic's Newcastle Q&A earlier this week. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The gang's all here as Taylor Payne, George Caulkin, Chris Waugh, and Jacob Whitehead digest a terrific few days for Newcastle United. Eddie Howe's men followed up their resolute win over Wolves with a dominant performance at Forest; the margin should have been greater, but Alexander Isak provided two moments of incisiveness and we go into the international break eyeing up third place in the Premier League. Becky Langley's title-chasing women's team also gained six crucial points this week, three of which came in a 1-0 win over main rivals Durham Cestra. Onwards and upwards, we hope... Produced by Ollie Bellwood. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

It's fair to say there's been a substantial sigh of relief this week as Taylor Payne analyses a vital Premier League win with Chris Waugh and Jacob Whitehead. Eddie Howe made some big calls, not least resting top scorer Miggy Almiron, but Alexander Isak stamped his authority on the game and Newcastle overcame a Wolves fightback to clinch all three points and revitalise the Champions League chase. *** • Get a FREE 1-year supply of immune-supporting Vitamin D AND 5 FREE travel packs with your first purchase at athleticgreens.com/EPL Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Taylor Payne takes you through another week, at least we think it was another week, in the life of NUFC with the cream of North East football writing talent and Chris Waugh. Manchester City followed the reds of Liverpool and Manchester by beating us 2-0, but never without a struggle; if only we could score a goal! Meanwhile, The Athletic's senior writer, George Caulkin, wonders what life would be like treading the boards and Jacob Whitehead is doing his best to shake off the unwanted jinx tag. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

A tired Taylor Payne looks back over the debris of cup final weekend with The Athletic's Newcastle United correspondents, Chris Waugh and the accursed Jacob Whitehead. One last cruel twist of the irony knife sees us heading to Manchester this weekend. City have returned to something like their best, so Saint-Maximin and co will have to conjure a performance at least as good as in our previous meeting at St James's Park. Produced by Ollie Bellwood. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Taylor Payne and Chris Waugh bring you the sounds of Wembley Way, and one or two from Trafalgar Square, as Newcastle United square up to Manchester United with the EFL League Cup on the line. Produced by Ollie Bellwood (who also did a couple of the interviews). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Taylor Payne hosts the Pod on the Tyne Cup Final Preview! Joining him, The Athletic's Senior Writer George Caulkin and Newcastle correspondents Chris Waugh and Jacob Whitehead. Nick Pope really put a spanner in the works with his red card against Liverpool on Saturday. It was a result to forget, even if we played OK, and the highlight was definitely Wor Flags. But, with the Carabao Cup Final against Manchester United this weekend we're confident of a performance from the boys, and there's definitely a chance we'll be bringing silver to Newcastle! Produced by Ollie Bellwood For Red Cross Turkey Syria Earthquake Appeal: click here For Arms Around the Child: click here *** • Get a FREE 1-year supply of immune-supporting Vitamin D AND 5 FREE travel packs with your first purchase at athleticgreens.com/EPL • Take advantage of MANSCAPED®’s best valued bundle and save 20% Off and Free Shipping with the code EPL23 at Manscaped.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

It's Bobby '90 week on The Athletic and Taylor Payne hosts the latest edition of Pod on the Tyne with George Caulkin, Jacob Whitehead, and Chris Waugh on board to discuss our celebration of the great man and his legacy. The Liverpool game will be a special occasion, which makes it easy to move on from the disappointment of the draw at Bournemouth. It's been a slightly flat couple of weeks, but perhaps a little distractedness can be forgiven. *** • Visit babbel.com/play and use code ATHLETIC at checkout to receive 6 months for free with purchase of a 6-month subscription Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This is Bobby 90, a four-part special podcast series from The Athletic to mark what would have been Sir Bobby Robson's 90th birthday. In the first episode of the series, Sir Bobby talks about his childhood and growing up in the north east. As preparation for his final book, Sir Bobby looked back over his remarkable life-story with George Caulkin. Thanks to the generosity of Sir Bobby's family we are able to publish the recording of those conversations, featuring memories of his life as a miner's son, watching some of the greatest ever Newcastle United teams, and embarking on an incredible football career of his own. We also hear the moving story of Sir Bobby's repeated bouts of cancer and how he came to launch his "last and greatest team", the Sir Bobby Robson Foundation. The shows were written by Sir Bobby Robson and George Caulkin, mixed and edited by Ollie Bellwood. For more information, and to donate, please go to http://sirbobbyrobsonfoundation.org.uk/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This is Bobby 90, a four-part special podcast series from The Athletic to mark what would have been Sir Bobby Robson's 90th birthday. In the third episode of the series, Sir Bobby talks about his dream managerial job at Newcastle and his relationship with the fans. As preparation for his final book, Sir Bobby looked back over his remarkable life-story with George Caulkin. Thanks to the generosity of Sir Bobby's family we are able to publish the recording of those conversations, featuring memories of his life as a miner's son, watching some of the greatest ever Newcastle United teams, and embarking on an incredible football career of his own. We also hear the moving story of Sir Bobby's repeated bouts of cancer and how he came to launch his "last and greatest team", the Sir Bobby Robson Foundation. The shows were written by Sir Bobby Robson and George Caulkin, mixed and edited by Ollie Bellwood. For more information, and to donate, please go to http://sirbobbyrobsonfoundation.org.uk/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This is Bobby 90, a four-part special podcast series from The Athletic to mark what would have been Sir Bobby Robson's 90th birthday. In this final episode of the series, Sir Bobby talks about his various battles with cancer and the establishing of the charitable foundation in his name. As preparation for his final book, Sir Bobby looked back over his remarkable life-story with George Caulkin. Thanks to the generosity of Sir Bobby's family we are able to publish the recording of those conversations, featuring memories of his life as a miner's son, watching some of the greatest ever Newcastle United teams, and embarking on an incredible football career of his own. We also hear the moving story of Sir Bobby's repeated bouts of cancer and how he came to launch his "last and greatest team", the Sir Bobby Robson Foundation. The shows were written by Sir Bobby Robson and George Caulkin, mixed and edited by Ollie Bellwood. For more information, and to donate, please go to http://sirbobbyrobsonfoundation.org.uk/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This is Bobby 90, a four-part special podcast series from The Athletic to mark what would have been Sir Bobby Robson's 90th birthday. In the second episode of the series, Sir Bobby takes us through his various managerial stints at England, Barcelona and his hunger for success everywhere he went. As preparation for his final book, Sir Bobby looked back over his remarkable life-story with George Caulkin. Thanks to the generosity of Sir Bobby's family we are able to publish the recording of those conversations, featuring memories of his life as a miner's son, watching some of the greatest ever Newcastle United teams, and embarking on an incredible football career of his own. We also hear the moving story of Sir Bobby's repeated bouts of cancer and how he came to launch his "last and greatest team", the Sir Bobby Robson Foundation. The shows were written by Sir Bobby Robson and George Caulkin, mixed and edited by Ollie Bellwood. For more information, and to donate, please go to http://sirbobbyrobsonfoundation.org.uk/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Taylor Payne greets a full podcast team, even if just the mention of Bournemouth sends Chris Waugh packing halfway through. George Caulkin and Jacob Whitehead stay the course to consider Allan Saint Maximin's latest appearance in black and white. A resolute West Ham side, driven by Declan Rice, recovered from Newcastle's storming start to take a point away from St James' Park on Saturday. We felt the reaction from some fans to another draw was a little extreme. Produced by Ollie Bellwood. If you want to contribute to the aid effort in Turkey, please consider The Red Cross. *** • Get a FREE 1-year supply of immune-supporting Vitamin D AND 5 FREE travel packs with your first purchase at athleticgreens.com/epl Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Newcastle United are going to Wembley for the Carabao Cup Final! Join Taylor Payne, George Caulkin, and Jacob Whitehead for a full recap of a remarkable evening at St James's Park. Unfortunately, we don't have the stamina of Sean Longstaff, so we're all a bit tired and emotional, but with good reason. There's a round-up of the January transfer window and a quick look ahead to February's Premier League action, but to be honest there's only one show in town... *** • Get 20% Off and FREE shipping with the code EPL23 at manscaped.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Taylor Payne, George Caulkin, and Jacob Whitehead reflect on the League Cup semi-final 1st leg at St Mary's, Southampton. Newcastle will take a one-goal lead into the home leg and must feel confident of making the final. That's all despite another wasteful night in front of goal. Why do our chances fall to the "wrong" players, what's going on with our headers, and does Callum Wilson need of a rest? Perhaps, contrary to popular opinion, Anthony Gordon is the answer... *** Get a FREE 1 year supply of immune-supporting Vitamin D AND 5 FREE travel packs with your first purchase at athleticgreens.com/epl Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Taylor Payne looks back over an eventful week for Newcastle United with The Athletic's George Caulkin, Jacob Whitehead, and Chris Waugh. Joelinton was selected in the starting line-up for Fulham despite his drink-driving charge and, after Bruno was forced off with a badly twisted ankle, there are concerns around depth in midfield. But, despite a tough afternoon the Magpies survived a bizarre Fulham penalty incident before Wilson and Isak combined for the winner. Palace next, on Saturday teatime, and then just three days later it's the away leg of our Carabao Cup semi-final! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Taylor Payne is joined by The Athletic's dynamic trio of Newcastle reporters; Chris Waugh, George Caulkin, and Jacob Whitehead, to reflect on a remarkable few days as our Cup Odyssey series continues despite a major wobble. It was a magnificent night at St James's Park, Dan Burn got the breakthrough as a dominant Newcastle threw aside the disappointment of Hillsborough to beat Leicester and reach their first League Cup semi-final in almost half a century. Produced by Ollie Bellwood. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Reflections on the terrible behaviour of Leeds Utd who used every negative, underhanded tactic in the book for a solitary point at St James's Park and Newcastle's heroic efforts at the Emirates Stadium when a canny, streetwise, pragmatic performance was rewarded with a clean sheet and a valuable draw. Plus, a new signing (for the podcast) and the latest on the club's January plans with two exciting cup fixtures coming up this week. Produced by Ollie Bellwood. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Another joyous week as Eddie Howe's Newcastle made a mockery of any suggestions they might be disrupted by the unseasonal World Cup break. We report on a fairly comfortable Carabao Cup win, a crushing league victory over our cup quarter final opponents, and the club's community outreach over the festive period. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We're back! Returning from the World Cup wilderness, it's our annual Christmas Special, featuring a review of a crackers year, the sprouts of a January transfer strategy, and one singed centrepiece. The team are back in action as well and we'll preview the Boxing Day trip to Leicester as well as reverse preview/review a league cup last 16 tie with Bournemouth that hadn't yet happened when we recorded the show... Produced (FWIW) by Ollie Bellwood. Merry Christmas everyone! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Newcastle United beat Chelsea 1-0 at St James's Park; they were good value for that win, restricting a visibly frustrated opposition to breadcrumbs, and they go into the World Cup break third (THIRD!) in the Premier League. We review the latest dominant performance from Eddie Howe's sh*thousing Mags and a remarkable season so far. We also hear from a proud Tower of a Blyth Man, Dan Burn, and field your questions and comments before our own World Cup hiatus. Produced by Ollie Bellwood. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Newcastle United progressed to the last 16 round of the Carabao Cup, albeit playing in less impressive fashion than we're used to in this remarkable season. Understandable, perhaps, given seven changes from the last league match, but the team are through and won a penalty shoot-out at St James' Park for the first time in competitive fixtures. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

It wasn't Newcastle's best performance of the season so far, but they were "ruthlessly efficient" in front of goal and ran out easy winners at Southampton. It's a mark of significant progress, since Eddie Howe took charge a year ago, that such a win could be viewed as routine. With two games to go until the World Cup break, the club is in rude health. Meanwhile, we're just rude, especially to Chris. Produced by Ollie Bellwood. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Fresh from the 4-0 battering of Aston Villa, Taylor Payne and Athletic duo George Caulkin and Chris Waugh are here for another joy-filled edition of Pod On The Tyne, and the three of them are pinching themselves that - with a third of the season now gone - the Toon are sitting comfortably in fourth, eight points ahead of Liverpool, and with the meanest defence in the Premier League. So, dare we start to dream of a first European adventure in a decade? Gareth Southgate and Brazil manager Tite were in attendance at St James' on Saturday to cast their eyes over, amongst others, Callum Wilson and Joelinton. Will they be heading out to Qatar in three weeks' time - and if they do go, what will be the knock-on effects for the second half of the season? Finally, we talk about Newcastle's women's team, for whom Katie Barker scored an absolute belter in the final minute against Barnsley to take the side up to second. Produced by Ollie Bellwood Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On a soaking wet Sunday afternoon in North London, Eddie Howe masterminded a 2-1 victory over Spurs built on a titanic team effort. An uncontroversial goal from Callum Wilson and yet another great strike from Miguel Almiron helped, of course, but Newcastle dominated every area of the pitch with dynamic new signings and massively improved squad players. Produced by Ollie Bellwood. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

A goalless draw at Old Trafford saw Newcastle go out on their own as the Premier League's tightest defence. Fabian Schar played a crucial role but the whole back four, and keeper Nick Pope, were superb. Approaching the game Newcastle's CEO, Darren Eales, and Sporting Director Dan Ashworth entertained a press pool and outlined some of the finer details in the club's plans. Produced by Ollie Bellwood. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Miggy Almiron was on the scoresheet again as Newcastle coasted to victory against Brentford, but Bruno Guimaraes was the star of the day with two goals for him as he ran the show. We examine both players in depth, and Newcastle's overall improvement, with football statistician Kevin Lawson. Or was he? Our very own George Caulkin finally had his name up in lights as part of an elaborate pre-match display by Wor Flags celebrating the anniversay of the takeover. Still, at least it wasn't his face. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

No apologies for a bumper edition this week, with the anniversary of the takeover at the forefront of our minds despite a huge win at Fulham over the weekend. Chris and Taylor review the match, George joins for a pre-recorded assessment of the club's progress, and Oli Kay tells us how Newcastle United are viewed in Saudi Arabia after his fact-finding trip. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Newcastle had hoped to get a few injury problems resolved during the international break; unfortunately, it seems they've picked up a few more issues instead. Can they get three points at Craven Cottage with a depleted strike-force? They'd love to have former no. 9 Aleksandr Mitrovic, who has already scored six times in the Premier League this season... Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Taylor Payne hosts your go-to Newcastle United podcast with Senior Writer George Caulkin and club correspondent Chris Waugh. Newly promoted Bournemouth came to St James's Park with a predictable gameplan, but Eddie Howe's Newcastle side were unable to break down the low block despite having the lion's share of possession. We examine our own frustration and try to figure out if it's justified. It was a similar story for Newcastle's women at Kingston Park, Chorley providing a stumbling block one again. There's an international break for the men now, with the real prospect of Nick Pope starting in goal for England, and we should at least one important attacking player back to face Fulham in October. Important Note: no Georges were harmed in the making of this podcast. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Taylor Payne hosts your go-to Newcastle United podcast alongside The Athletic's George Caulkin and Chris Waugh. Ten months since he arrived at Newcastle and ahead of his former club's visit to St James' Park on Saturday, we're focusing this week on Eddie Howe. Steady Eddie's turned around performances and results, fostered an 'us against them' mentality, and readily admits that he's fallen in love with the place. What a guy. Ahmed Shooble, The Athletic's Bournemouth reporter, joins us to discuss how Eddie's developed as a coach and what we can expect from the game this weekend. Plus, we've only gone and signed Loris Karius on a short term deal! Can Eddie's powers of redemption work on a keepr whose career has been defined by two horrendous errors in a Champions League final? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Taylor Payne hosts your go-to Newcastle United podcast with Senior Writer (and VERY secret agent) George Caulkin, and club correspondent Chris Waugh. As much as we didn't want to, we had to talk about the Video Assistant Referee. On a dismal weekend for match officials we were deprived of a much-desired three points against Palace and there were similar problems for the women's team. With tensions running high, even the prospect of a Sam Fender gig at St James's Park wasn't enough to prevent a minor podcast falling out. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Taylor Payne hosts your go-to Newcastle United podcast with Senior Writer George Caulkin and club correspondent Chris Waugh. The transfer deadline has passed with no significant last-minute incomings. Are the Premier League's "higher ups" starting to play hardball with us in the market? Of course, just a week ago the club broke their record transfer fee to bring in Swedish striker Alexander Isak, and he showed real quality on debut at Anfield (there was a bit of hardball on show there, as well, apparently...). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Taylor Payne DOESN'T host your go-to Newcastle United podcast, so you're stuck with Senior Writer George Caulkin and club correspondent Chris Waugh. They are still unbeaten in the Premier League, but Newcastle are feeling the effects of a bruising few days, so wd welcome the news of a club record signing in Real Sociedad forward Alexander Isak. Becky Langley's women's team are also unbeaten and George spoke to the now-full-time manager about her hopes for this season now they are formally integrated into the club. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Taylor Payne hosts your go-to Newcastle United podcast with Senior Writer George Caulkin, club correspondent Chris Waugh, and special guest Lynsey Hipgrave. Eddie Howe's Mags took the game to Premier League title-holders Manchester City at St James's Park on Sunday and they very nearly came away with all three points. After the magical victory over Arsenal, the bar has been raised again, so it's a great time to reflect on how far the team has come, especially in the esteemed company of BT Sport's new lead football presenter Lynsey Hipgrave. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Taylor Payne hosts your go-to Newcastle United podcast with Senior Writer George Caulkin, club correspondent Chris Waugh, and special guest Steve Stone. George made his annual pilgrimage to Brighton as Chris sunned himself on the Costa del... Carlisle? Anyway, this was certainly the club's best performance, and result, at the Amex Stadium in a good long while. And late last week we took the opportunity to catch up with former Nottingham Forest, Villa, and England winger Steve Stone. A schoolmate of Gazza's while growing up in Gateshead, he never played for the Toon but held a coaching post during Alan Pardew's tenure. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Taylor Payne hosts your go-to Newcastle United podcast from The Athletic with club correspondent Chris Waugh and Senior Writer George Caulkin. Wor Flags did it again, and the team dismissed Nottingham Forest in convincing fashion amid jubilant scenes at St James's Park. George has been scurrying around behind the scenes and this week he bore the fruits of his labour, documenting 24 hours in the lives of the people who make match-day such a special event. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Taylor Payne hosts a special edition of your go-to Newcastle United podcast from The Athletic with club correspondent Chris Waugh, Senior Writer George Caulkin, and True Faith's Charlotte Robson. It's the eve of the 2022/23 season, and we're all uncharacteristically excited about the team's prospects. There are so many questions to answer: where will we finish, who is next in line for Howe-ification, and can Dan Burn carry Ryan Fraser in a papoose? We also have an update on transfer activity, which has seemingly been restoked, and a word from Matt Ritchie on the sense of achievement he feels as he reflects on his time at Newcastle. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Taylor Payne hosts your go-to Newcastle United podcast from The Athletic with club correspondent Chris Waugh, Senior Writer George Caulkin, and North American football writer Felipe Cardenas. Felipe returns to the podcast to tell us a bit more about Darren Eales, NUFC's new CEO and former President of MLS franchise Atlanta Utd. Eales was an early appointment after Atlanta earned their place in MLS and a driving force behind their rapid progress. Miguel Almiron played a big role at Atlanta as well and he's been in fine form in pre-season but will he start the first league game? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Taylor Payne hosts your go-to Newcastle United podcast from The Athletic with club correspondent Chris Waugh, Senior Writer George Caulkin, and another very special guest. Pre-season is now officially underway, with matches in front of (a few fans) against 1860 Munich and Mainz. Chris attended both, but has he finally met his match in the Austrian hotel buffet? Meanwhile, the club have appointed a new CEO in Darren Eales. The big news of the week was the retirement of Newcastle's long-serving Head Physio Derek Wright. He boarded the pod to relive some great memories including Jim Smith's float and ill-advised weight-loss wagers. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Taylor Payne hosts your go-to Newcastle United podcast from The Athletic with club correspondent Chris Waugh, Senior Writer George Caulkin, and a very special guest. It's 30 years since Kevin Keegan celebrated keeping Newcastle in the old second division by splashing out on an eclectic collection of big-money signings and winning the first ten games of the new season. One of the first signings from that period joins us to reminisce about the spectacular upturn in fortunes and the madness of King Kev that brought it all about. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Taylor Payne hosts your go-to Newcastle United podcast from The Athletic with club correspondent Chris Waugh and a special guest, Tifo's Seb Stafford-Bloor. Tifo, The Athletic's analytical affiliate, are hard at work putting together some "Sensible Transfers" for every Premier League team and Seb joins us for a detailed look at the dramatic change in Newcastle's transfer fortunes over the last twelve months. And, there's a round-up of the week's other stories including approval of some training ground improvements and confirmation of the colour scheme for the third strip. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Taylor Payne hosts your go-to Newcastle United podcast from The Athletic with club correspondent Chris Waugh and Burnley writer Andy Jones. Goalkeeper Nick Pope has been signed from The Clarets after their Premier League relegation and it looks like a bargain fee for an England international. The club could round off their defensive incomings with Lille centre-half, and long-time target Sven Botman, who had a medical at Longbenton on Monday afternoon. We asked The Athletic's Newcastle subscribers what position they'd like to see filled next and they responded with a united voice. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Taylor Payne hosts your go-to Newcastle United podcast from The Athletic with club correspondent Chris Waugh, Senior Writer George Caulkin, and news reporter Phil Buckingham. George is a little thrown this week as he's usually on his yacht in St Tropez at this time of year. Instead, we're podding through the heatwave with an exclusive Dan Burn interview, a look ahead to next season's fixtures, and a special feature about the fixture we definitely won't have. There hasn't been a league match against Sunderland in six years, soon to be seven, and Phil Buckingham makes the case in favour of a blood-and-thunder local derby. But, our most recent record isn't great, and the lads are sceptical about bringing back the chummock-sterning feeling of derby day. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Taylor Payne hosts your go-to Newcastle United podcast from The Athletic with club correspondent Chris Waugh and author Michael Chaplin. This first show of "the new season" was recorded live at the Tyneside Irish Centre on Thursday 9th June as part of a fundraising event for the West End food bank. For more information on how you can donate, go to https://newcastlewestend.foodbank.org.uk/. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Taylor Payne hosts your go-to Newcastle United podcast from The Athletic with club correspondent Chris Waugh, Senior Writer George Caulkin, and special guest Alan Shearer. It's our last podcast of the season so we're looking back over a seriously eventful campaign, one that saw us winless from our first fourteen games before the sale of the club brought renewed investment, energy, and ambition back to St James's Park. Eddie Howe came in as manager, rejuvenated the squad, and presided over an astonishing turnaround in results. We tell the tumultuous story of the season, nipples and all, and pick out our best (and worst) moments. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Taylor Payne hosts your snow-to Newcastle United podcast from The Athletic with club correspondent Chris Waugh and Senior Writer George Caulkin. Eddie Howe's team have produced an astonishing surge up the Premier League table in 2022, but inspired by a rousing display from Wor Flags and the resulting atmosphere, they produced their most complete performance of the season to beat Champions League chasers Arsenal. It was a remarkable evening in so many ways and we celebrate the night in true PotT fashion, with energy and enthusiasm from Taylor, lyrical praise from George, and naked lasagne eating from Chris. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Taylor Payne hosts your go-to Newcastle United podcast from The Athletic with club correspondent Chris Waugh and Senior Writer George Caulkin. Manchester City were convincing winners and, along with last week's defeat to Liverpool, the team have been left in no doubt as to how much they must improve to challenge at the top of the table. But, how much can Newcastle's new management take inspiration from the rapid rise of Manchester's "noisy neighbours"? And, there's a reminder of how bad things used to be as Paul Ferris remembers dealing with Mike Ashley during Alan Shearer's short spell as manager. Paul has led a remarkable life, and he's here to discuss his latest memoir, The Magic in the Tin. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Taylor Payne hosts your go-to Newcastle United podcast from The Athletic with club correspondent Chris Waugh, Senior Writer George Caulkin, and Women's Football Writer Charlotte Harpur. Liverpool came to St James's Park on Saturday lunchtime and showed us the level required to be a world-leading club side. Eddie Howe's team have exceeded expectations this season, so how do they get closer to Jurgen Klopp's standard-setters? On Sunday, NUFC's Women made their first appearance on the same pitch and a crowd of more than 22k fans cheered them on as they beat Alnwick Town; a great day and, hopefully, a threshold moment. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Taylor Payne hosts your go-to Newcastle United podcast from The Athletic with club correspondent Chris Waugh, Senior Writer George Caulkin (sporadically), and Fulham writer Peter Ruzler. Eddie Howe's team has gone from strength to strength to strength to strength since the humbling defeat at Spurs and we've a rundown on the two most recent wins with a formidable test against Liverpool next. George tells us about his catch-up with Rafa Benitez in a busy Blackburn eatery, and after Fulham sealed promotion back to the Premier League, Peter Rutzler tells us where everything didn't go all wrong. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Taylor Payne hosts your go-to Newcastle United podcast from The Athletic with club correspondent Chris Waugh and Senior Writer George Caulkin. A change of ownership and coaching staff breathed new life into the team this season, so it seemed appropriate that we'd all-but seal Premier League safety on Easter weekend. We try not to get ahead of ourselves here on PotT, but we have a little daydream about the potential return of European football to St James's Park. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Taylor Payne hosts your go-to Newcastle United podcast from The Athletic with Senior Writer George Caulkin and this week's guest, Alex Hurst of the NUFC Supporters' Trust. Friday night's atmosphere at St James's Park, featuring another superb display from Wor Flags set the stage for a great win over Wolves. That vital three points eased the slight relegation worry that had crept back in after three consecutive defeats. Alex Hurst was at the ground having met with the club's new owners earlier in the day and he descended from the top table to talk about the future of the Supporters' Trust with us. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Taylor Payne, along with Chris Waugh and George Caulkin, hosted a special interactive live chat on The Athletic on the evening of Thursday 7th April. After a decidedly scratchy start (which has been cleaned up for the podcast) it was a really engaging conversation with Newcastle fans from around the globe! To participate fully in future live-rooms, you need a subscription to The Athletic. Sign up now at theathletic.com/newcastlepod for your first six months at just $1/£1 per month. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Taylor Payne hosts your go-to Newcastle United podcast from The Athletic with club correspondent Chris Waugh and Senior Writer George Caulkin. We saw the worst 45 minutes of football so far under Eddie Howe as his Mags gave Spurs the freedom of North London. It wasn't all about freedom on Sunday, though, as Chris can readily testify. It's about time we had a home game, and we won't have to wait very long with Wolves coming to SJP on Friday night. On the eve of that clash the PotT team will welcome listeners to The Athletic's Newcastle live-room! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Taylor Payne hosts your go-to Newcastle United podcast from The Athletic with club correspondent Chris Waugh and SENIOR Writer George Caulkin. Even though we all needed a rest, we're struggling with the boredom of international break. Luckily, Miguel Almiron's goal in South American World Cup met with quite a reception. There's also some encouraging news for the women's team, a familiar name joining the coaching department, and vegetable storage advice to boot. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Taylor Payne hosts your go-to Newcastle United podcast from The Athletic with club correspondent Chris Waugh and nobody else. Our dynamic duo reflect on a surreal St Patrick's Day evening at Goodison Park, one which left us all feeling like we'd been cable-tied to a goalpost. Better news on the injury front, though, as the squad jetted off to Dubai for warm-weather training and a couple of our loanees have been doing well this week, too. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Taylor Payne hosts your go-to Newcastle United podcast from The Athletic with club correspondent Chris Waugh, Senior Writer George Caulkin, and special guest Thomas Concannon. We've two games to look back over, a great win at Southampton and a controversial defeat to Chelsea at Stamford Bridge, the latter attracting media attention because of the debate about club ownership. They made up half of our run of four consecutive away games, all attended by guest Thomas Concannnon. The last of those is at Goodison Park on Thursday, one we SHOULD win! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Taylor Payne hosts your go-to Newcastle United podcast from The Athletic with club correspondent Chris Waugh and Senior Writer George Caulkin. Brighton were the latest victims as Eddie Howe and Ryan Fraser celebrated award nominations with yet another win. Could Fabian Schar be the next in line for honours? Dan Ashworth will be staying in Sussex for the time being but we've an update on his ETA and an interesting debate on the relative qualities of HBA and ASM. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Taylor Payne hosts your go-to Newcastle United podcast from The Athletic with club correspondent Chris Waugh and Senior Writer George Caulkin. Eddie Howe's side made light work of ten-man Brentford after Josh da Silva's red card but the performance was in stark contrast to the chaos of the corresponding fixture at St James's Park. As we reflect on a near-unimaginable upturn in form we also hear from Amanda Staveley and Mehrdad Ghodoussi, who, it's fair to say, aren't being coy about their ambitions for the future. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Taylor Payne hosts your go-to Newcastle United podcast from The Athletic with club correspondent Chris Waugh and Senior Writer George Caulkin. We're revelling in Newcastle's new-found functionality this week. The players have defined roles that fit their skillsets and the midfield of Jonjoe, Joe, and Jo, is anything but stuttering. No rest for the wicked, though, and we're back in the capital for a game that, while big for Newcastle, looks huge for Brentford. They have just one point from their last seven league fixtures and have been sucked back into the relegation battle. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Taylor Payne hosts your go-to Newcastle United podcast from The Athletic with club correspondent Chris Waugh and Senior Writer George Caulkin. News of an injury to the inspirational Kieran Trippier has taken the edge off things slightly but we're in a state of disbelief after Newcastle won their third match in a row. It was a nice way for manager Eddie Howe to bring up 100 days in charge, and we discuss the progress made under his watch. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Taylor Payne hosts your go-to Newcastle United podcast from The Athletic with club correspondent Chris Waugh and Senior Writer George Caulkin. We're all on cloud nine after the St James' Park faithful raised the roof and the team, inspired by Kieran Trippier, put in a performance to be proud of, sealing back-to-back Premier League wins. It looks like Dan Ashworth will become Newcastle's Technical Director, or similar, but a compensation package has to be agreed with Brighton to ensure he doesn't have a sustained period of gardening leave after resigning his post there. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Taylor Payne hosts your go-to Newcastle United podcast from The Athletic with club correspondent Chris Waugh and Senior Writer George Caulkin, wrapping up a pleasing January transfer window. Bruno Guimaraes, Dan Burn, and Matt Targett completed the club's January business and we were so pleased we provided a musical welcome to the much-needed reinforcements; the results were, let's say, mixed. And, as promised, we've been eavesdropping on Alan Shearer's interview with Kieran Trippier, the man who got the ball rolling for Newcastle's new owners in the transfer market. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Taylor Payne hosts your go-to Newcastle United podcast from The Athletic with club correspondent Chris Waugh, Senior Writer George Caulkin, and special guest Robbie Elliott. Eddie Howe's men finally held on to a lead, at Leeds, with a committed performance, one that saw them gain ground on most of the teams around them and gives real hope of avoiding relegation with reinforcements expected before the transfer window closes. Robbie Elliott lived the dream during three spells at the club, and it sounds like he continues to do so on the West coast of America. We caught up with him to talk about his part in the club's success under Keegan and Robson, and picked his brain on how the new owners can realise their ambitious goals. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Taylor Payne hosts your go-to Newcastle United podcast from The Athletic with club correspondent Chris Waugh and Senior Writer George Caulkin. Newcastle threw away yet another lead, this time against relegation rivals Watford. Can Eddie Howe and his coaching staff fix the mentality of a squad that shows significant signs of anxiety. Off the pitch the mood is much brighter with the new owners passing their 100th day in residence. They haven't changed anything significant in such a short period of time, but some early worries have been allayed as they begin to turn the ship around. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Taylor Payne hosts your go-to Newcastle United podcast from The Athletic with club correspondent Chris Waugh and Senior Writer George Caulkin, joined this week by Adam Leventhal. Newcastle's hysterically bad FA Cup record continued with yet another third round exit, this time to League One side Cambridge United. Credit goes to the visitors, whose winner came from an Alan Shearer fan with a famous surname... but there were worrying signs for Eddie Howe with concerns about his team's body language and attitude. Watford come to SJP next, and while it's a big week for the Toon it's a massive one for the Hornets: they have to play all three relegation rivals inside six days thanks to the hastily re-scheduled trip to Burnley. Adam Leventhal is The Athletic's Watford writer and he confessed to feeling a little sick about the next few days. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Taylor Payne hosts your go-to Newcastle United podcast from The Athletic with club correspondent Chris Waugh and special guest, Spurs and England Writer Jack Pitt-Brooke. The transfer window has arrived and, if reports are true, the club is starting with a real statement of intent by signing one of European club football's best defenders. The mood is positive around the club after a December that didn't yield many points, but saw us actually gain a little ground on the other teams at the bottom, and the FA Cup tie with Cambridge should be a fun fixture. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Taylor Payne hosts your snow-to Newcastle United podcast from The Athletic with club correspondent Chris Waugh and Senior Writer George Caulkin. We've decamped to the Forth for our Christmas special, so there's gift-giving, crackers, and reflections on an entirely miserable 2021 with one remarkable highlight. There's a bit of admin as well, we review the recent backroom appointments at the club and look back over a week of football when some more controversial refereeing decisions were rendered entirely moot by Newcastle's hapless defence. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Taylor Payne channels Mark Lawrenson and Sean Connery this week on your go-to Newcastle United podcast from The Athletic with club correspondent Chris Waugh and Senior Writer George Caulkin. The team were full of regret this week after a thrashing at Leicester reminded them of the first rule of Newcastle Club, never be confident. Not that that will be a problem this week; back-to-back games against Liverpool and Manchester City are a daunting prospect. The January transfer window opens in just two weeks, but it's difficult to bring players in at the start of that month and, anyway, who wants to come to Newcastle right now? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Taylor Payne hosts your go-to Newcastle United podcast from The Athletic with Senior Writer, and LIVING legend, George Caulkin. As the Sports Direct signs were ripped out of St James's Park, we look back at a Newcastle win, yes you read that correctly, which has put to bed much of the doom and gloom lingering from the previous ownership. We head to the Walkers Stadium next Sunday, and we managed to grab a few minutes with The Athletic's club correspondent Rob Tanner just before he jetted out to Italy for the Foxes' European tie in Naples. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Taylor Payne hosts your go-to Newcastle United podcast from The Athletic with club correspondent Chris Waugh and Senior Writer George Caulkin. Two games have passed since our last podcast, and unfortunately the club remains winless in the Premier League. We've a special report on the dramatic draw with Norwich at St James's Park which saw Newcastle play with ten men for most of the game. With nothing going right on the pitch, we're keeping our spirits up by sticking two fingers up to all the Newcastle haters and executives who talk a lot but say nothing. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Taylor Payne hosts your go-to Newcastle United podcast from The Athletic with club correspondent Chris Waugh and special guest, Norwich reporter Michael Bailey. Eddie Howe was forced to work from home on his first match-day as Newcastle manager; an exciting match saw his side come from behind twice to take a point against Brentford. It was encouraging, but was the result good enough? The Magpies are now the only winless side in the Premier League after Norwich City won for the first time, and then repeated the trick, swapping managers in between. Michael Bailey joins us to talk about the relegation picture as we prepare to welcome the Canaries to St James's Park. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Taylor Payne hosts your go-to Newcastle United podcast from The Athletic with club correspondent Chris Waugh, Senior Writer George Caulkin, and special guests Peter Rutzler and Iain Macintosh. Peter is The Athletic's Fulham writer but was posted to Bournemouth during Eddie Howe's time at the club, and he gives chapter and verse on the way Newcastle's new manager operates. We also heard from Amanda Staveley this week, with the owners appearing at the NU Foundation dinner as well. And, we check up on The Athletic's gaming section, currently dominated by the launch of Football Manager 22, in which Newcastle are proving a popular choice for some reason. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Taylor Payne hosts your go-to Newcastle United podcast from The Athletic with club correspondent Chris Waugh, Senior Writer George Caulkin, and special guest Oli Kay. Moments before our podcast recording (hooray!), Eddie Howe was announced as the new Head Coach and he has a gargantuan task ahead of him if he's to steer the team clear of relegation. The Athletic's Senior Football Writer Oli Kay has written about Howe's career so far and he provides us with the inside track on this exciting appointment. Elsewhere in the club, appointments have yet to be confirmed, not least the position of Sporting Director (or similar). We've an update on that and a review of the Brighton game which, while far from pretty, did see us win at least a point (well, exactly a point). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Taylor Payne hosts your go-to Newcastle United podcast from The Athletic with club correspondent Chris Waugh and Senior Writer George Caulkin. This week's special guest is representative of the Wor Flags group, Thomas Concannon. Chelsea came, they strolled, and they conquered, in a Hallowe'en match that proved nightmarish for the home supporters, despite a marvellous display from the aforementioned Wor Flags before kick-off. Recorded before the emergence of Unai Emery as the club's number one target for manager, we also discuss some of the sillier names mentioned and catch up with some U23s developments. (For more info on Wor Flags, including how to donate to future projects, go to https://worflags.org.uk/, or look for @worflags on Twitter) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

With Chris Waugh away, Taylor Payne is joined by The Athletic's Senior Writer George Caulkin, and Gallowgate Shots podcaster Stephen 'Besty' Best. After Steve Bruce's drawn-out depature, interim manager Graeme Jones took charge of the first team at Selhurst Park. The consensus is it was a good point, if a slightly fortunate one, but it may not be enough with a string of tough games between now and Christmas. When January does arrive the club will be able to recruit, but are we already behind schedule with transfer plans? It's still early days, but the new ownership structure seems to be slow making decisions, big or small. And there was another sign of indecision with the club's communications about supporters imitating arab dress. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Taylor Payne hosts ANOTHER emergency edition of Athletic's Newcastle United podcast with club correspondent Chris Waugh and Senior Writer George Caulkin to discuss the news that Steve Bruce's time as manager is over. Bruce's future had been in serious doubt since the club was sold by Mike Ashley just days ago and, although he remained in charge for the visit of Spurs, his 1,000th game in football management, he has now left his post. The departure was described by an official club statement as "by mutual consent". Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Taylor Payne hosts your go-to Newcastle United podcast from The Athletic, in conversation with club correspondent Chris Waugh and Senior Writer George Caulkin. Tottenham were the visitors at St James' Park for the first match under the new ownership and, for a brief moment after Callum Wilson's early goal, it seemed the overwhelming wave of emotion might carry the team to victory. Unfortunately, football reality took hold and, with a significant interruption caused by a medical emergency in the stands, a sense of deflation took hold. There are many decisions for the new owners, not least the fate of manager Steve Bruce. (this episode also features an extra conversation about the breaking news concerning commercial restrictions decided at an extraordinary meeting of the Premier League clubs) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Taylor Payne hosts your go-to Newcastle United podcast from The Athletic with club correspondent Chris Waugh and our Senior Writer George Caulkin. We're one week into new ownership and as the dust begins to settle, everyone has been surprised to see Steve Bruce is still Newcastle manager. Will he make it to the Spurs match? If he does, it'll be his 1,000th game in club management. The Athletic ran an NUFC fan survey this week, so we chew on the results of that, and we think about how Sunday's atmosphere will be for fans, players, and television viewers around the world. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Taylor Payne hosts our podcast reaction to a whirlwind 48 hours for Newcastle United with The Athletic's Chris Waugh and George Caulkin. Mike Ashley's ownership of the club came to an abrupt end, seemingly out of the blue, and we're still processing the news. The sense of relief is strong but some fans will feel conflicted by money coming into the club from Saudi Arabia's Public Investment Fund. The consortium fronted by Amanda Staveley and Mehrdad Ghodoussi must now help the team avoid relegation from the Premier League before their ambitious plans can begin. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Athletic's Newcastle United correspondent, Chris Waugh, was ringside for the club's latest courtroom melodrama, and he tries to report the details through persistent heckling from host Taylor Payne and Senior Writer, George Caulkin. George attended the Wolverhampton match in Chris's absence and, despite good numbers in the away end, the atmosphere was flat. That was, of course, largely because of the shambolic showing on the pitch. Perhaps a nice bit of needle with some opposition fans is what we need to liven things up. George has been writing about enmity in football this week and we think about what it will be like to hate people from other clubs again. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Taylor Payne is joined by The Athletic's Newcastle reporters Chris Waugh and George Caulkin to reflect on the trip to Watford, one that really should have yielded three points. First-half dominance was squandered and a golden chance late on for Jacob Murphy nearly broke John Anderson. George channels Shakespeare, Sean Connery, and Ozzie Ardiles in a statistical report on the club's attempts to be more progressive. We also hear about Alan Shearer's latest interview, with former Newcastle and Wimbledon striker Paul Robinson, and consider the difficulties facing young players coming through at the club. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Taylor Payne presides over a dissection of Newcastle's Friday night match with Leeds. Providing eye witness reporting and in-depth analysis are The Athletic's NUFC correspondent Chris Waugh and Senior Writer George Caulkin. The Sky Sports production from St James's Park got the seal of approval from many fans and George, watching from his sickbed, agreed that it was a refreshing change of direction from a national broadcaster. The game itself was a chaotic mess, but that's more enjoyable than a dour mess, and the mayhem may have taken the pressure off our embattled manager. We also ponder the bittersweet story of Andy Carroll. Released by the club after a second spell which saw him used infrequently, he spoke to Alan Shearer for The Athletic this week. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Taylor Payne hosts your go-to Newcastle United podcast from The Athletic with club correspondent Chris Waugh and the UK's Senior Football Writer George Caulkin. Another visit to Old Trafford, another defeat, but did the team actually play OK? And even if they did, is that enough? Callum Wilson will now miss crucial games over the next few weeks, and points are desperately needed. After the game, manager Steve Bruce fired a shot across the boughs of the local newspaper. We consider what might have prompted this outburst, and why the press is often an easy target. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Taylor Payne hosts your go-to Newcastle United podcast from The Athletic with regular panellists Chris Waugh and George Caulkin. Following criticism of the club's transfer window, an unusual statement was published via official channels. We pick out the main points and consider the motivations behind it. One of only two players signed was Mexican teenager Santiago Munoz. We get the inside track from the journalist who was closest to the story, The Athletic's Felipe Cardenas. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Commissioned by The Athletic to celebrate the return of fans to football stadiums, this immersive experience was recorded using binaural audio equipment. You must listen via headphones to achieve the full effect, and quiet surroundings are recommended. The Sound of Football was conceived, produced, and edited by Oliver Bellwood. The script was written and narrated by George Caulkin. Support the NUFC Fans Foodbank at: https://nufcfansfoodbank.co.uk/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Taylor Payne hosts your go-to podcast from The Athletic with expert insight and forthright opinions from club correspondent Chris Waugh and our Senior Writer, George Caulkin. It was the transfer deadline day we all feared. After the happy surprise that was the permanent signing of Joe Willock, noises from the club suggested that was it for incoming transfers. Despite ourselves, we hoped in vain for a loan or two, and it seemed the team boss was similarly let down. For the first time in Steve Bruce's reign as Newcastle manager, the crowd at St James's Park sung for his sacking, and he is clearly feeling the pressure. Can he turn it round with such a threadbare squad? Only time will tell. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Taylor Payne hosts your go-to Newcastle United podcast from The Athletic with Senior Football Writer George Caulkin providing expert insight. We're now two games into the new Premier League season and Steve Bruce's team have yet to win a point. They've conceded six goals so far, scoring just twice, and it's difficult to ignore the memories of last season's horrendous run. Fortunately, playwright and author Michael Chaplin has written a beautiful and timely memoir of his time in the stands at St James's Park. He stops by the pod to lighten our spirits with memories of some great players past and, in doing so, sparks a little hope for the future. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Athletic's Senior Football Writer George Caulkin makes his seasonal debut on our definitive Newcastle United podcast alongside increasingly senior club correspondent Chris Waugh and host Taylor Payne. The Toon kicked off the new Premier League in disappointing fashion, losing 4-2 at home to West Ham, and that despite holding the lead at half-time. The defence looked vulnerable, and we discuss how that might be addressed, whether through tactical changes or fresh personnel. But, we're trying to be positive about things this season and Joe Willock brought a cheer to St James' Park at the weekend. The new signing was introduced to a full house and his mum made the most of a hearty welcome. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

It's the eve of the new season, and time for a squad audit (a squaudit?) on The Athletic's definitive Newcastle United podcast. Host Taylor Payne is joined by our club correspondent, Chris Waugh, for a full and frank assessment of the strength of Steve Bruce's squad. Several of our players suffered reputational damage as the team under-performed last term, so who will step up this time? And, with Joe Willock looking a likely recruit for a fee in excess of twenty million pounds, will that be the sum total of our transfer business this summer, and if not, which areas will we look to fortify? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

It's the return of your go-to Newcastle United podcast from The Athletic, hosted by Taylor Payne and featuring club correspondent Chris Waugh. On the first day of term we catch up with what's been happening with the club's twin legal disputes. Plus, there's a sneaky peek behind the scenes of The Athletic's big interview this week. In the hotseat was with Callum Wilson, Newcastle's star striker and the latest in an illustrious line of hitmen to wear the famous number nine shirt. Interviewing Wilson was perhaps the very best of those, Alan Shearer, and it's 25 years since he was recruited from Blackburn Rovers for a world record fee. Sir John Hall was the Magpies' chairman at the time and he joins us to remember that remarkable moment. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This summer The Athletic is bringing you the ultimate guide to the past eight European Championships.  So as the continent gears up for Euro 2020, you can head back in time to the tournaments of yesteryear to hear memories, stories and music from some of your favourite football journalists. Go to the Beyond The Headline feed wherever you get your podcasts, or listen ad-free via The Athletic app. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Taylor Payne hosts this very special edition of your go-to Newcastle United podcast from The Athletic with the help of club correspondents Chris Waugh and George Caulkin. This is our best attempt to sum up the events of an indescribable season. Truly a rollercoaster of emotions, and success, it's been a remarkable year in many ways. Steve Bruce's side accumulated points apace in an early-season surge before plunging into seemingly irreversible decline and despair. That they did manage to recover and rise to 12th position on the closing day was testament to all concerned, but especially Callum Wilson, Joe Willock, and Allan St Maximin. We'll look back at the last two matches, which saw fans return to the stands, and pick out those worthy of mention in an impromptu awards ceremony. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Taylor Payne hosts your go-to Newcastle United podcast from The Athletic accompanied, as always, by club correspondents Chris Waugh and George Caulkin and, for one week only, two very special guests. NUST's Thomas Concannon and Youtube star Kendall Rowan also happen to be dedicated NUFC fans and they will be at St James's Park for the visit of Sheffield United on Wednesday evening. We were delighted to be able to speak to them as they anticipate the joy of watching live football! If it's anything like Friday's game against freshly-crowned Premier League champions Manchester City, they're in for a treat. Despite managing just 17(seventeen)% possession, Steve Bruce's side led twice before finally running out of steam. All of that, plus a look at what the hierarchy should be planning this summer and a quiz that whiffed of sabotage. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Here's the latest edition of your go-to Newcastle United podcast from The Athletic. Hosted once again by Taylor Payne and with regular correspondents Chris Waugh and George Caulkin. Friday night saw the Toon trounce Leicester at the Walkers Stadium, yes those names are the right way round, and we wonder how the team can swing to such extremes of performance. Plus, a round-up of the latest nonsense off the pitch. We have had some remarkable results against Leicester down the years, but perhaps none of those memories are happier than Kevin Keegan's promotion party from 1993. The happy memories continue into the quiz with a 2019 win against Manchester City. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Taylor Payne is the host of your go-to Newcastle United podcast from The Athletic, hindered only slightly in this task by the curmudgeonly club correspondents Chris Waugh and George Caulkin. A dismal 2-0 defeat at home to a significantly weakened Arsenal had the unpleasant odour of Newcastle's wretched winless run which ended recently and we'd hoped was behind us. Twin cities, Leicester and Manchester, await and competing will be a psychological chore as much as it is a footballing one. We raise our spirits, well Chris's, with a new quiz format. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Taylor Payne is the host of your go-to Newcastle United podcast from The Athletic and he's joined, as always, by the dedicated, dynamic duo Chris Waugh and George Caulkin. We're confused by feelings of positivity this week and, while a 1-1 draw at Anfield may not have quite the same gloss in 2021 as it would any other season, we had great fun watching the messy madness unfold. Newcastle face another ESL team next and with the help of a special guest, Athletic Arsenal correspondent Amy Lawrence, we mull over the success of Joe Willock's loan deal and the Gunners' current troubles (troubles which include winning a trophy and being in a European semi-final!). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Athletic's Newcastle podcast team are back to full strength after a week dodging each other on Bamburgh beach. Taylor Payne hosts a review of a splendid seven days with Chris Waugh and George Caulkin. Allan St Maximin was the key figure again as the Toon tamed high-flying West Ham, even if the visitors did play a significant role in their own downfall. And, after the European Super League bombshell dropped, we look at the ramifications for Newcastle's ongoing takeover drama and the role of fans in our club and beyond. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Chris is on holiday but regulars Taylor Payne and George Caulkin are joined on this special edition of The Athletic's "go-to Newcastle United podcast" by none other than Warren Barton. Based in California, the former Toon lynchpin still works in the game as a coach and broadcaster. He has been keeping a keen eye on the goings on at St James' Park and hasn't been shy with his views on the current regime. Warren's enduring connection to the club is so strong, in fact, that when the Newcastle United Supporters' Trust launched their 1892 Pledge scheme, he was the former player they asked to provide a steadying hand as one of the guardians of the fun (alongside. Listen in for the full story. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Taylor Payne hosts The Athletic's Newcastle United podcast with the most dynamic of journalistic duos, George Caulkin and Chris Waugh. There's a palpable sense of positivity in the air this week after a point, and a well deserved one, against Jose Mourinho's Tottenham. We're hoping they'll carry that into a vital game with Burnley this weekend, and our special guest on the podcast is The Athletic's Burnley writer Andy Jones. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Taylor Payne is putting on his best impression of Fiona Bruce (no relation) as he chairs a special POTT inquiry. The Athletic's contractually bound duo Chris Waugh and George Caulkin provide the answers. So, whether you want to know why a thirty year-old Dwight Gayle might be considered more employable than a 29 year-old Salomon Rondon, or if you need some ideas for leftover spinach and eggs, this is the podcast episode for you. There's also a rundown of the craziest performances by NE football bosses at press conferences and the unavoidable reference to the Ever Given (also no relation). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Taylor Payne hosts your 'go-to' Newcastle United podcast from The Athletic; this week he's joined by regular pundit Chris Waugh and reformed golf-course-heckler Michael Walker. Steve Bruce's Newcastle have hit a fair few lows this season, but was the surrender at Brighton a new nadir? And, as The Athletic launches a series of cult-hero profiles, Ryan Taylor jogs our fading memories of derby victory in conversation with Chris. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Taylor Payne hosts The Athletic's George Caulkin and Chris Waugh, plus a very special guest. Football writer Harry DeCosemo has authored a new biography of Sir Bobby Robson, covering his time as Newcastle manager. We share memories of the great man, the thrilling Champions League campaign of 2002/3, and there's a Bobby dazzler of a quiz. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Warning: this Newcastle United podcast, hosted by Taylor Payne and featuring The Athletic's George Caulkin and Chris Waugh, features strong language and unpleasant imagery... Steve Bruce's side, fresh from a tumultuous week, went to The Hawthorns and looked like they were happy to play for a point. Circumstances are eerily similar to this week, five years ago, when Rafa Benitez became the shock new appointment as NUFC manager. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Taylor Payne hosts your go-to Newcastle United podcast with the help of The Athletic's Chris Waugh and George Caulkin. The lads look back at the draw with Wolves. On paper, not the end of the World, especially with other results going the club's way, but losing both Almiron and Saint-Maximin until April is a real body blow. And, we share a few fond memories of Glenn Roeder, a true adopted Geordie and a fine servant of the club as player, captain, and manager. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Athletic's George Caulkin and Chris Waugh are alongside Taylor Payne, and they're trying not to succumb to total panic this week as the Premier League's trapdoor looms large. We go in search of our happy place with Swansea loanee and World Cup winning goalkeeper Freddie Woodman. He still wants that Newcastle No. 1 shirt... And on the 25th anniversary of Asprilla's debut against Middlesbrough, we try to figure out if a carafe is enough to put you off your game. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

As Kevin Keegan celebrates his 70th birthday, we sit down with the man he signed for a world record fee to bring goals to Newcastle. Yes, the one and only Alan Shearer is our special guest and, hot off the back of his Athletic exclusive interview with "the Messiah", he relives the highs and lows of his idol's three spells at NUFC. We also get the lowdown on a special fundraising effort for the Alan Shearer Foundation, remember the turning point in that notorious title race, and George tests the team's KK IQs. Alan Shearer Foundation 2021 Prize Draw: https://www.givergy.uk/asf2021prizedraw/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Legendary left-back Jose Enrique joins us live from Spain to relive some of his favourite Newcastle memories and spill the beans on his tricky first season as well as the circumstances that led to his departure from the club. Taylor, Chris, and George are over the moon to be reporting on another win and a match that set pulses racing as Steve Bruce's men sent the Saints packing. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Host Taylor Payne is joined by The Athletic's Chris Waugh & George Caulkin, after all the excitement of that win over Everton was dulled by a return to losing ways against Crystal Palace...  The trio debate the impact of Joe Willock's arrival on the development of our own young Mags, and celebrate the 'most complete centre-forward display' they've seen in years from Callum Wilson.  Plus, they mark the anniversary of the comeback-of-all-comebacks against Arsenal, and speaking of comebacks -There's hope for Chris yet in the quiz! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Host Taylor Payne is joined by The Athletic's Chris Waugh & George Caulkin, following another defeat against Leeds - Could a 20-minute-spell in the second half yet provide the blueprint for Premier League survival? They also commemorate the 1-year anniversary of *that* Wall Street Journal article, which sparked a summer takeover saga and assess where the parties currently stand... Plus, a return to 'The Great Newcastle United Pub Quiz', a look-back on a famous night at Elland Road for a young Shola Ameobi and we hear from Chris' fascinating interview with Jamie Sterry. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Host Taylor Payne is joined by The Athletic's Chris Waugh & George Caulkin, following the 3-0 defeat to Arsenal as Steve Bruce decided to do things 'his way'...  The guys discuss Bruce's latest comments, another baffling team selection, where Gary Neville & Jamie Carragher were right (and wrong) in their analysis on Monday night. Plus, George has his revenge as he hosts this week's pub quiz and they look ahead, not forward, to Aston Villa. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Host Taylor Payne is joined by The Athletic's Chris Waugh & George Caulkin, straight after the full-time whistle as Sheffield United's record-breaking winless run was brought to a shuddering halt, thanks to Bruce's Newcastle United...  Could genuine relegation concern force the club into a change of manager or would Steve Bruce consider tendering his resignation?  Plus, a return to The Emirates prompts a chat about 'the old' Andy Carroll and young Elliot Anderson - Are there more kids like him just waiting in the wings?  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Host Taylor Payne is joined by The Athletic's Chris Waugh & George Caulkin, full of Xmas goose and with a curious new addition to the Caulkin household - To discuss whether fans would accept Bruce playing a weakened team against Arsenal in the FA Cup this weekend? Plus, some reasons to be both fearful and cheerful as a supporter in 2021, why Newcastle managers all start to sound alike and if there will be any new additions to the squad this month.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Host Taylor Payne is joined by The Athletic's Chris Waugh & George Caulkin to discuss the Leeds defeat, all-too-familiar wing-back issues, Ryan Fraser's impact AND what BeIn Sports new Premier League deal means for any prospective takeover...  As it's the final pod before Christmas, the guys also debate what to get Steve Bruce as a present, which NUFC star they'd most like to form an 'Xmas Bubble' with and whether Kevin Nolan really used to get sent off on purpose over the festive period! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Host Taylor Payne and The Athletic's George Caulkin are joined by Charlotte Robson of True Faith, for the latest on Newcastle's efforts to return from Covid-19-enforced isolation to face West Brom this weekend... Did you miss them?  Plus, the guys discuss who deserves to be named Newcastle's 'Best Player of 2020', as well as, the future of internet punditry after Chris Waugh sat down with Brian Davis, aka True Geordie.  For this week's partnership, go to www.virginwines.co.uk/theathletic Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Host Taylor Payne and The Athletic's Newcastle experts, Chris Waugh & George Caulkin, react to the Aston Villa postponement following an outbreak of Covid-19 cases at the Magpies' training ground...  The guys also reflect on a 'joy-less' win over Crystal Palace, whether Joelinton will ever be able to shake off his price tag and how to avoid another 'Ben-Arfa' situation with Allan Saint-Maximin? Plus, Zahra Zomorrodian - one of the brilliant minds behind 'We Are The Geordies' - joins us to discuss the new film, and football without fans. www.wearethegeordies.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Host Taylor Payne and The Athletic's Newcastle experts, Chris Waugh & George Caulkin, assess the results of George's unofficial Twitter polling on the BIG questions on every supporters mind right now...  Have we improved as a team under Bruce - and has he lost your support? What's it like to watch Newcastle now, do you still want a Saudi-led takeover and more.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Host Taylor Payne and The Athletic's Newcastle experts, Chris Waugh & George Caulkin, get stuck into YOUR questions on everything from Almiron's agent's alarming comments, to which member of our coaching staff is responsible for playing style and tactics?  Plus, why Newcastle are an easy target for pundits, what the long-term plan is for the likes of Sean Longstaff, and is there any money to spend in the January transfer window? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Host Taylor Payne and The Athletic's Newcastle writer Chris Waugh provide the latest injury update on Callum Wilson and reflect on another abject display in the defeat to Southampton...  The Athletic's Analytics Writer Tom Worville also attempts to explain what the numbers behind Newcastle's performances can tell us.  Plus, the guys react to Fabian Schar's rather honest post-match interview and discuss Chris and George's latest article entitled: "What it's really like to never win anything". Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Host Taylor Payne and The Athletic's Newcastle experts Chris Waugh and George Caulkin, reflect on the Everton win and the on-going search for balance in the side as Sean Longstaff and Miguel Almiron show real signs of improvement...  Midfielder Isaac Hayden talks openly about playing style, consistency and his own journey at the club. Plus, Les Ferdinand on Callum Wilson's impact since joining in the summer.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Host Taylor Payne and The Athletic's George Caulkin battle with their own conflicting emotions following Mike Ashley's PPV statement...  As for matters on the pitch, the guys discuss the team's 'Groundhog Day' knack of responding to poor performances, plus, Jacob Murphy's return and Newcastle's newest signing: Allan Saint Maximin's mate and former bricklayer, Florent Indalecio! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In host Taylor Payne's absence, The Athletic's Chris Waugh and George Caulkin discuss Newcastle's 2020 squad make-up, Steve Bruce's 'disconnect' and what Chris discovered when he analysed EVERY shot Newcastle have faced so far this season...  Plus, George finally gets to air his thoughts on Pay-per-view football and Project Big Picture. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Host Taylor Payne and The Athletic's Chris Waugh are joined by Manchester United correspondent, Laurie Whitwell, following the news that it will cost supporters an extra £14.95 to watch the game this weekend...  Plus, the guys get stuck into 'Project Big Picture' and the potential implications for any future Newcastle takeover AND discuss what Taylor should get Alan Shearer for Secret Santa this year, having been revealed as The Athletic's newest columnist!  SPECIAL OFFER! For a limited time only we're offering you the chance to subscribe to The Athletic for just £1 a month. You can read all of Chris & George's writing, plus Alan Shearer's first column and so much more... Just go to www.theathletic.com/newcastlepod to sign up. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Host Taylor Payne and The Athletic's Newcastle duo, Chris Waugh and George Caulkin, are joined by Alex Hurst - Chair of the Newcastle United Supporters Trust - to reflect on a spectacularly unspectacular transfer window, where Newcastle got almost everything they needed, and no-ones excited about it...  Plus, the lads debate where Almiron fits into Bruce's preferred system, purr over Callum Wilson's intelligent movement and reveal how the N.U.S.T hope to re-open lines of communication between the fans and the club's hierarchy.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Host Taylor Payne is joined by The Athletic's Newcastle duo Chris Waugh and George Caulkin following a hilarious finish to the draw with Spurs...  This week, the guys answer YOUR questions on last-minute transfers, Bruce's tactics, the current state of the T-word and even, breakfast essentials. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The following episode is taken from the "Beyond the Headline" podcast series. Mike Ashley bought Newcastle United in 2007. Ten managers, two relegations and two promotions later, his era seemed to be drawing to a close in the summer of 2020. What happened along the way? Journalists and supporters recount the highs and lows. Warning: Episode contains explicit recordings of the Joe Kinnear press conference... To hear episode two and three please subscribe to Beyond the Headline Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Host Taylor Payne is joined by The Athletic's Newcastle duo Chris Waugh and George Caulkin following a humbling defeat to Brighton over the weekend...   The trio debate Allan Saint-Maximin's dip in form, Steve Bruce's uninspired tactics, an Almiron/Carroll selection issue and more outgoings as DeAndre Yedlin's time on Tyneside appears to be coming to an end.   Plus, a fascinating discussion about how Lockdown, Behind-Closed-Doors Games, Covid and Social Media have changed the ways we express ourselves as football fans. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Host Taylor Payne is joined by The Athletic's Newcastle duo Chris Waugh and George Caulkin after a winning start to the new football season... The guys discuss the impact of our new recruits, as well as, the contrasting performances of the likes of Sean Longstaff and Isaac Hayden. Plus, outgoings and the difficulty to shift certain squad players out, AND of course, the latest in the takeover saga too! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Host Taylor Payne is joined by The Athletic's Newcastle duo Chris Waugh and George Caulkin - confused and optimistic in equal measure, following the transfer business being done by Mike Ashley & Steve Bruce ahead of a new Premier League season... What role did Alan Shearer play in Wilson's capture and how does he feel about coming 2nd in 'The Athletic's PL 60' - George catches up with the legend himself. Plus Bournemouth correspondent Peter Rutzler joins in to talk about an almost telepathic on-field relationship between Ryan Fraser and Callum Wilson, and how they will settle in to Bruce's side. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Right now we're offering listeners of this show the opportunity to try out The Athletic for FREE. You can enjoy all of our writing on Newcastle United, including a recent article from Chris Waugh on Newcastle's young players attempting to break through this season.  Just go to www.theathletic.com/newcastlepod to sign up for a 30 Day Free Trial. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Right now we're offering listeners of this show the opportunity to try out The Athletic for FREE. You can enjoy all of Chris and George's writing on Newcastle United, including a recent article on the signing of Jeff Hendrick, the profile piece on the enigmatic Hatem Ben Arfa, and Chris' interview with Mehdi Abeid. You'll also access have access to all of our podcasts ad-free. Just go to www.theathletic.com/newcastlepod  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Host Taylor Payne and The Athletic's Newcastle writer Chris Waugh, are joined by Ian Mearns MP & Matt Slater (Football News & Investigations Reporter) to translate the Premier League's long-overdue explanation as to why the takeover collapsed AND where we go from here? Plus, who on earth are the Bellagraph Nova Group? And news of an incoming free transfer has absolutely NO ONE excited - but is it a good deal?    1. Transfer News - 00:01  2. Richard Masters & That Premier League Letter - 6:00 3. New Bidders? Who are Bellagraph Nova - 24:10 4. Ian Mearns - Newcastle Supporter and MP - 31:16 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Host Taylor Payne is joined by The Athletic's Chris Waugh, fresh from his own wedding, and armed to the teeth with YOUR questions on everything from Newcastle's reported interest in Bournemouth's Callum Wilson & QPR's Ebere Eze, to whether or not Mike Ashley is still actively trying to sell!  1. Takeover Q&A - 00:01  2. Transfer Q&A  - 20:19 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Host Taylor Payne is joined by The Athletic's George Caulkin and Chair of the Newcastle United Supporters Trust, Alex Hurst, to discuss WHAT NEXT for all of us, in the aftermath of the failed takeover...   Can a deal still be resurrected? Where do all the concerned parties stand? Has there ever been a better time to join The Trust?     1. Where Do Things Stand? - 16:38 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

‘The gloves were off’ then the deal was off: Why Newcastle’s takeover collapsedBy George Caulkin, Chris Waugh and more  Amanda Staveley: The Premier League made it so hard. Impossible. It’s ridiculousBy George Caulkin  Why the Premier League couldn’t let Newcastle’s Saudi takeover happenBy Matt Slater Read all these articles & more by taking advantage of a 30-day free trial now! Just visit theathletic.com/newcastlepod Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

1. ASM - A Rare Brightspark - 18:50  2. Goal Of The Season - 25:05 3. The FA Cup Limp - 36:26 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

1. The Brighton Game... My Eyes! - 00:01 2. How The Takeover Delay Is Damaging Newcastle - 12:10   3. Sponsorship Deals - 22:22 4. Victor Fernandez' Release - 24:42 5. A Liverpool 'Preview' - 27:58 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

1. REACTION: Spurs win 3-1 - 00:01 2. Matty Longstaff - 10:50 3. Pardew In Disguise? - 18:04 4. Takeover Latest: BeIn Sports Banned! - 31:56 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

1. We Are Safe... Parade? - 00:01 2. Matt Slater talks TAKEOVER - 21:20 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

1. Bournemouth - 00:01  2. Man City - 20:16 -  3. Richard Masters & Takeover Latest - 30:16 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Host Taylor Payne is joined by George Caulkin and Chris Waugh (weary from the Villa game) to discuss Newcastle's explosive return to Premier League football, well 45 minutes of it at least... Cue intense debate over Andy Carroll's role in the squad, whether Steve Bruce is due a little more credit, Hayden's future, fake crowd noise, oh, and the small matter of an FA Cup Quarter-Final against Manchester City. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This week, host Taylor Payne and The Athletic's Newcastle writers, Chris Waugh & George Caulkin, are joined by Grammy-Award-Nominated artist (Oh, and massive Newcastle fan) JAMES BAY... The guys talk about the latest developments in the proposed takeover of the club, away-days in the pouring rain, James' dream of playing to a sold-out St James' Park & George has a special message for him from Alan Shearer! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

1. Your Takeover Qs Answered -00:01  2. Contracts, Refunds & Stadium Plans - 29:25 3. Meat-Related Nonsense - 42:55 Remember, If you’re not already a subscriber, you can sign up right now and take advantage of a 30-Day Free Trial by going to theathletic.com/newcastlepod to enjoy the best football writing anywhere, just as the football returns! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

1. The Wait... - 00:01  2. Season Ticket News - 22:55 3. A Summer Spending Spree? - 33:18 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

1. Gullit v Shearer - 2:33 2. We are still in the Cup (Project Restart) - 20:17 3. Bruce Acknowledges a Takeover - 34:28 Remember you can still receive a 90-day free trial for The Athletic simply by visiting the athletic.com/newcastlepod before midnight on Thursday 28th May. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

1. Mental Health Awareness Week - 00:01  2. Project Restart - 13:10  3. Takeovers Past & Present - 19:10 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

1. Danny Rose - 9:54 2. Takeover Progress - 18:44 And remember you can enjoy The Athletic for free for 90 Days, simply by going to theathletic.com/newcastlepod. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Takeover Latest - 00:01 Let's Get Talking Again - 24:00 Project Restart - 42:45 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

1. What Is Taking So Long? - 00:01 2. Amanda Staveley & The Vision - 19:20 3. A Furlough U-Turn? - 30:00 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

1. How the Pandemic will affect the takeover - 00:01  2. 13 Years of Mike Ashley - 22:36 3. Saudi Arabia, Morality & Football - 34:10 4. 09/10 Promotion Spirit - 40:50 The lockdown takeover: What Newcastle’s proposed new owners plan to do firstBy George Caulkin Along came Mike AshleyBy George Caulkin, Chris Waugh, Matt Slater, Oliver Kay and David Ornstein  Havoc, brawls, beer and glory: inside Newcastle’s extraordinary 2009-10 seasonBy George Caulkin and Chris Waugh  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

It may not be #Cans time just yet but do we need to get them on ice?... Host Taylor Payne and The Athletic's Newcastle experts, George Caulkin & Chris Waugh, dissect today's exciting news that documents related to the takeover have emerged at Companies House. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Host Taylor Payne and The Athletic's resident Newcastle writers, Chris Waugh & George Caulkin, reconvene to debate the best Newcastle goals in Premier League history! Plus, the trio discuss Newcastle's decision to furlough non-playing staff in the wake of Liverpool's U-turn, and what Steve Bruce has likely been farming during the hiatus. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

1. Takeover Latest - 3:10 2. Should a PL club need govt help to pay staff wages? - 12:30 3. The Aaron Hughes Interview - 20:50 4. A Debut in The Camp Nou - 29:00 5. Aaron on Sir Bobby - 34:45 6. Souness & Leaving St James - 45:20 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This week, our beloved Newcastle trio, Taylor Payne, Chris Waugh and George Caulkin are joined by Charlotte Robson (True Faith Fanzine) to state their case for the club's 'Greatest Ever Signing'... After George is done shouting the rest of the group down they also discuss Mike Ashley's latest scandal and how much the Coronavirus-induced hiatus has already made them appreciate football! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Host Taylor Payne is joined (remotely, of course) by The Athletic's resident Newcastle writers, Chris Waugh & George Caulkin, to distract themselves from the eerie silence around St James' Park by choosing a personal club 'Cult Hero'... Plus, the trio contemplate the impact of the football hiatus on the FA Cup run and on their general health! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Would you take winning the FA Cup if it meant relegation from the Premier League?... Host Taylor Payne & The Athletic's Chris Waugh are joined this week by Alex Hurst, Chair of NUFC Trust, to talk about TWO WINS ON THE BOUNCE and not getting carried away... Does Almiron need a rest, will ASM get a new deal before we have another Demba Ba situation on our hands and how important has Dwight Gayle become? Plus, insight into the Newcastle Supporter's Trust and improving communication between the club and its fans. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

For more great Newcastle United content from George Caulkin, including the write-up of this very trip, make sure you subscribe to The Athletic. Get a 40% discount on a subscription right now by going to theathletic.com and using the promo code 'newcastlepod' Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

You can get a 40% discount on a subscription by going to theathletic.com and entering the promo code 'newcastlepod' Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

You can get a 40% discount on a subscription by going to theathletic.com and entering the promo code 'newcastlepod' Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

You can read the full interview with David Ginola right now by signing up to The Athletic. You can get a 40% discount on a subscription by going to theathletic.com and entering the promo code 'newcastlepod' Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Taylor Payne joins The Athletic's Chris Waugh and George Caulkin to pick the bones out of a typically bonkers victory for Newcastle in the FA Cup at Oxford. Hear from the hero of the night Allan Saint-Maximin, and enjoy Taylor and George's reaction to the bizarre behaviour of an overly-exuberant Newcastle supporter Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Taylor Payne hosts The Athletic's George Caulkin & Chris Waugh to discuss the potential £340m takeover of Newcastle United by Saudi Arabia’s sovereign wealth fund. Who are the key players locked in negotiation with Mike Ashley? Where should football fans draw the line when it comes to condoning the morals of their owners? George also explains why reports of a Rafa Benitez returning with the new owners are wide of the mark. The lads also look back on the euphoric FA Cup classic against Oxford.... Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Athletic's George Caulkin and Chris Waugh bring you immediate reaction to Newcastle's astonishing comeback at Goodison Park. They pay tribute to two-goal hero Florian Lejeune, Isaac Hayden talks team-spirit, and George shares his experience of watching the game in the away end with the Toon Army Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

the Athletic's George Caulkin joins Taylor Payne to react to Newcastle's 4-1 victory over Rochdale in the FA Cup. Matt Ritchie joins the show and we ask him if it's fair to call him a Radgie? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Taylor Payne is joined by Steve Best plus The Athletic's George Caulkin and Chris Waugh to figure out what has gone wrong with Newcastle in the last few weeks with a focus on a £40million striker who can't score goals... Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Taylor Payne is joined by The Athletic's George Caulkin and Chris Waugh to look back on the season so far and share their views on what 2020 has in store at Newcastle United..... SPOILER ALERT: It's not *all* bad news, honestly... Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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Taylor Payne is joined by The Athletic's George Caulkin and Chris Waugh to look back on seven points from nine led by Andy Carroll - does Steve Steve Bruce deserve more credit? The lads also examine the motives behind the clubs season ticket giveaway, we hear George's chat with Isaac Hayden about Newcastle's style of play and Chris speaks to cult-hero Laurent Robert. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Taylor Payne is joined by The Athletic's George Caulkin and writer Michael Walker as they look back on Newcastle's draw with Man City and fiercely debate whether Jonjo Shelvey can be described as a liability, despite his spectacular late equaliser at the weekend Subscribe to The Athletic using the special promo code UKPOD and receive 40% off! Also, subscribers will have access to exclusive episodes. SIGN UP NOW: http://theathletic.com/ukpod Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Subscribe to The Athletic using the special promo code UKPOD and receive 40% off! Also, subscribers will have access to exclusive episodes. SIGN UP NOW: http://theathletic.com/ukpod Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Subscribe to The Athletic using the special promo code UKPOD and receive 40% off! Also, subscribers will have access to exclusive episodes.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices