Total Sport Newcastle United Podcast

Raul and Razor are joined by footballer Michael Chopra as he talks about his career from the NUFC academy, ball-boy, putting on the shirt and playing at St James' Park.

From dressing pranks to the champions league, Bobby Robson to his gambling addiction and his life now!

Raul Kohli is in Albania as he and Matthew Raisbeck discuss the Chelsea double-header and take trips down memory lane...

Raul and Razor are joined by Charlotte Robson as they tackle the tricky pronunciations of footballers' names, including Antony Costa!! They also dive into Copa 71, the rise of women’s football, and break down the NUFC team while looking ahead to the rest of the season.

Raul and Razor are joined by Ricky Hoult, whose son Arthur is fighting a rare cancer. The three discuss Arthur’s visit to Bruno’s house, Ricky’s unfortunate typo in a message to Bruno’s dad, and look ahead at what is next for NUFC.

Raul is joined by fellow comedian Anth Young & Jamie Eastlake. Chatting about Jamie growing up with Big Dan Burn, the amazing Gerry & Sewell play taking the North East by storm and looking ahead at the Everton Game.

Raul and Razor sit down with Paralympic legend, Stephen Miller. They dive into Stephen’s incredible career, his deep connection with the club and what’s next for both him and the team.

Raul and Razor are joined by Twitter star Toon Polls to break down *that* Nick Pope social media moment and look ahead at the big away fixtures.

Raul is joined by comedian Cal Halbert and the man responsible for the Barclays Men, James Allen. Remembering the legend Tommy Cassidy, looking ahead to the next few matches, and we’ve got James - the guy that took over X with #BarclaysMen

Raul is locked in with Justin Lockwood taking about THAT Adidas Commercial, Champions League, future predictions and discussing that idea of winning.

Raul is joined by Dylan Brett to talk about the story behind the famous Hawaiian shirt and the new NUFC TV advert plus looking ahead at the new season.

Raul Kohli is joined by comedian Anth Young and author and historian Dan Jackson discussing the history of the Geordies and the Northeast from the mining industry to the football field. Discussing how some of greatest managers came from the coalfields including Bobby Robson & Jack Greenwell and how teams of Durham pitmen took on Juventus. From the Edwardian NUFC team to now…

Join Raul & Razor as they chat with NUFC host Justin Lockwood in a season finale special! Dive into life as a commentator, hear hilarious tales of being told off by Bobby Robson, driving Pele around, and discover the story behind Justin's famous "Boom Boom Cheick the Room" phrase.

Chris Waugh from The Athletic joins Raul Kohli and Matthew Raisbeck to discuss Newcastle's chances of qualifying for Europe and the club's summer transfer plans.

This week Matthew Raisbeck moves across to the presenter seat and is joined by Premier League Productions and Final Score reporter Andy Sixsmith. They discuss Eddie Howe and his dog, Bruno playing darts, Tonali in a hard hat, Burn’s quiz and Gordon being lost in the Metro Centre. Plus, the race for Europe and the end of the season.

In an all-comic line-up, Raul Kohli is joined by Gavin Webster and Anth Young to discuss NUFC stadium plans, tactics ahead of the remaining four games and a look back at the club over the years.

NUFC Blogcast podcast presenter and Fantasy Football Scout Manager, Ed Gray joins Raul Kohli and Matthew Raisbeck to discuss Newcastle’s defeat against Crystal Palace and look ahead to the end of the season including summer signings. Plus, Ed shares some Fantasy Football tips!

Newcastle United midfielder Emma Kelly joins Raul Kohli to talk about the Magpies' promotion to the Women's Championship

Podcaster Kris Wallace and Comedian Anth Young join Raul as they dive into discussing UK Refereeing, dissect Eddie Howe's style of play looking at its impact on our cursed season and explore the revival of the dark arts. Looking ahead to the end of the season and the upcoming final home game for the women's team.

With Prydey, Razor and Ando pondering whether this is the best time to face a struggling Manchester United, the Magpies' Head Coach Steve Bruce responds to widespread criticism.

The debates rumble on after last weekend's thrashing by Leicester, with Prydey, Razor and Steve STILL discussing back threes and fours!

Simon Pryde, Matthew Raisbeck and John Anderson begin to preview Newcastle's game with Manchester United on Sunday. We also hear from the Magpies midfielder Ki Sung-yueng.

Simon Pryde,Matthew Raisbeck and John Anderson continue the Leicester analysis. Sean Longstaff speaks out, Sam Allardyce sticks his oar in and we begin to look ahead to Man Utd.

Simon Pryde and John Anderson reflect on Newcastle defeat to Leicester on Sunday. We also hear from the Magpies Head Coach Steve Bruce and striker Andy Carroll.

Matthew Raisbeck and John Anderson reflect on Newcastle's 5-0 defeat to Leicester City. We also hear from Head Coach Steve Bruce and Striker Andy Carroll.

Takeover talk dominates for the umpteenth time, with Prydey, Razor and Ando providing the usual dose of knowledge and scepticism (guess who the sceptical one is...).

Midfielder Christian Atsu is in the spotlight tonight as Prydey, Razor and Ando chat about his solid start to the season. NB This pod is 0:20 longer than it should've been...

Razor has some positive injury news for Prydey and Steve, and while previewing Sunday's game against Leicester they talk about James Maddison. Twice.

Prydey, Razor and Ando discuss Andy Carroll's fitness (again...) and hear from Martin Dubravka, who kept his second clean sheet of the season on Saturday. Plus Ref Watch Pt. VIII.

Simon Pryde and John Anderson reflect on Newcastle's goalless draw with Brighton. We also hear from Head Coach Steve Bruce.

Matthew Raisbeck and John Anderson reflect on Newcastle's draw with Brighton.

Ahead of the weekend's visit of Brighton, the Magpies' Head Coach Steve Bruce has some good news - could Andy Carroll be set for a second debut? Prydey, Razor and Ando discuss...

Peter Beardsley's ban from football for racist comments is unsurprisingly the story of the day, but Prydey, Razor and Steve also discuss TV fixtures and Miguel Almiron's 'mate'!

Isaac Hayden is the focus of attention as Prydey, Razor and Ando discuss his contribution so far this season, and we get a round-up of the Magpies' loanees around the country.

Simon Pryde, Matthew Raisebck and John Anderson discuss everything at St James' Park. We also hear from Wing-Back Jetro Willems about that goal at Anfield on Saturday.

Simon Pryde and John Anderson reflect on Newcastle's defeat to Liverpool on Saturday.We also hear from the Magpies Head Coach Steve Bruce.

Matthew Raisbeck and John Anderson reflect on Newcastle's defeat to Liverpool. We also hear the Post-Match thoughts of Head Coach Steve Bruce.

An injury to Sean Longstaff is the big news, meaning he'll miss the game against Liverpool, so Prydey and Ando debate how best to fill that midfield gap.

Unexpected comments from Middlesbrough boss - and ex-Magpies defender - Jonathan Woodgate provoke a reaction, while Prydey, Razor and Steve find another reason to discuss VAR...

Magpies' Head Coach Steve Bruce talks in glowing terms about nearly-forgotten man Jack Colback, while Razor gives an update on Miguel Almiron's international exploits.

There are injury updates galore from the Magpies' Head Coach Steve Bruce - who spoke to BBC Newcastle earlier today - with a mixture of good and bad news...

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There's MORE to say on Michael Owen's comments on Alan Shearer (honestly, there is...), while Prydey, Razor and Ando rave about just how good Fabian Schar is for club and country.

We get Steve Howey's take on the Michael Owen/Alan Shearer saga, while Razor and Prydey take a look at the Magpies players involved in international matches this week.

Prydey and Ando discuss the under 21s' performance in the EFL Trophy defeat to Macclesfield, while Paul Dummett speaks to BBC Newcastle about no longer wanting to play for Wales.

Simon Pryde, Matthew Raisbeck and John Anderson discuss today's row between Michael Owen and Alan Shearer. We also hear from Lee Clark who played with both former Magpie strikers.

Simon Pryde, Matthew Raisbeck and John Anderson reflect on Newcastle's draw with Watford on Saturday. We also hear from Head Coach Steve Bruce.

Razor and Ando chat straight after the final whistle as the Magpies draw 1-1 at home to Watford, plus we hear Head Coach Steve Bruce tell us the Hornets' goal was down to "luck".

Ahead of hosting the Premier League bottom side Watford, Prydey, Razor and Ando assess the Magpies' injury situation, including the news that Matt Ritchie is out for two months.

Steve Bruce speaks after the Carabao Cup defeat to Leicester City, then Prydey, Razor and Steve discuss Hamza Choudhury's tackle on Matt Ritchie that injured the Scotsman.

Straight after their Carabao Cup defeat at home to Leicester, Razor and Ando discuss what went wrong, before we hear the post-match thoughts of Head Coach Steve Bruce.

Hear from the Magpies' Head Coach Steve Bruce ahead of the Carabao Cup tie with Leicester City, as Simon Pryde, Matthew Raisbeck and Ando discuss injuries and squad rotation.

Simon Pryde, Matthew Raisbeck and John Anderson reflect on Newcastle win over Spurs yesterday.We also hear from Steve Bruce and Emil Krafth.

Matthew Raisbeck and John Anderson are live from London as the Magpies win their first Premier League match of the season, plus we hear from Head Coach Steve Bruce.

Simon Pryde, Matthew Raisbeck and Steve Howey hear from Head Coach Steve Bruce ahead of Sunday's trip to Spurs, and discuss whether some of the criticism of him is going too far.

Simon Pryde, Matthew Raisbeck and John Anderson discuss the latest at St James' Park. We also begin to preview Newcastle's game with Tottenham on Sunday.

Simon Pryde, Matthew Raisbeck & John Anderson discuss the latest at St James' Park.We also hear from Allan Saint-Maximin who visited Newcastle's West End Foodbank today.

Simon Pryde, Matthew Raisbeck and John Anderson discuss Rafa Benitez's comments on Mike Ashley, and Ando picks his favourite Premier League referee!

Simon Pryde and John Anderson reflect on Newcastle's defeat to Norwich.We also hear from United's Head Ciach Steve Bruce.

Colin White, Matthew Raisbeck and John Anderson analyse Newcastle United's defeat to Norwich. We also hear the post-match thoughts of Head Coach Steve Bruce.

Ando's live from Norwich ahead of the Magpies' league game there on Saturday, and Prydey manages to inadvertently bring up the Appleby brothers...

Simon Pryde, Matthew Raisbeck and Steve Howey discuss - among other things - new signing Emil Krafth and the Carabao Cup draw. And Chris Sutton.

Simon Pryde, Matthew Raisbeck and John Anderson discuss Lee Charnley's newspaper interview and the prospect of facing Ayoze Perez again in the Carabao Cup!

Simon Pryde, Matthew Raisbeck and John Anderson discuss the latest at St James' Park. We also hear from Magpie Midfielder Isaac Hayden.

Simon Pryde, Matthew Raisbeck & John Anderson reflect on Newcastle's defeat to Arsenal on Sunday. We hear the post match thoughts of Head coach Steve Bruce and talk fan protests.

Matthew Raisbeck and John Anderson analyse Newcastle United's defeat to Arsenal straight after the final whistle, then we hear the post-match thoughts of Head Coach Steve Bruce.

Simon Pryde, Matthew Raisbeck and John Anderson hear the pre-match thoughts of head coach Steve Bruce ahead of Sunday's game with Arsenal.

Simon Pryde, Matthew Raisbeck and Steve Howey look back over Newcastle United's transfer window, and we hear from the returning Andy Carroll.

Colin White, Matthew Raisbeck and John Anderson discuss the latest at St James' Park.We also hear from new signing Jetro Willems.

Colin White, Matthew Raisbeck and John Anderson discuss the latest at Newcastle United. In this episode we hear from Isaac Hayden about his future at St James' Park.

Simon Pryde, Matthew Raisbeck and John Anderson reflect on Newcastle's win over Saint-Étienne at St James' Park on Saturday. We also hear from United's Head Coach Steve Bruce.

Colin White, Matthew Raisbeck & John Anderson reflect on Newcastle's victory over Saint-Étienne in their final Pre-Season game. We also hear from United Head Coach Steve Bruce.

Simon Pryde, Matthew Raisbeck and John Anderson hear from Fabian Schär ahead of the new season, and the Magpies finally add another new signing to their squad.

Simon Pryde, Matthew Raisbeck and Mike Williamson assess potential Magpies transfers a week before the deadline, plus Rolando Aarons talks to BBC Newcastle about the season ahead.

Simon Pryde, Matthew Raisbeck and John Anderson look back over last night's pre-season friendly victory against Hibs, and hear the thoughts of Magpies' manager Steve Bruce.

Colin White, Matthew Raisbeck and John Anderson reflect on Newcastle United's three-One win over Hibernian in a Pre-Season friendly at Easter Road.

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Journalist Miles Starforth talks to Raul and Razor about reporting on Newcastle United during the Sir Bobby Robson era, and how he ended up in the ambassador's house before a Champions League match in Belgrade.

Raul Kohli and Matthew Raisbeck are joined by Newcastle United Women's defender Charlotte Potts, who talks openly about her struggles with mental health during her career.

Comedian Raul Kohli and BBC Radio Newcastle commentator Matthew Raisbeck are joined by filmmaker Zarah Zomorodian, who produced the 2020 documentary We Are The Geordies. They also discuss Sven Botman's knee injury and the FA Cup defeat by Manchester City.

Comedian Raul Kohli, BBC Newcastle commentator Matthew Raisbeck and Charlotte Robson from the True Faith podcast on the FA Cup quarter finals, the media-room menu at Chelsea... and could Beyoncé perform at St James' Park?

Comedian Raul Kohli and BBC Radio Newcastle commentator Matthew Raisbeck are joined by presenter Ross Tweddell from Cultaholic, who explains why he got a tattoo of Newcastle's Jacob Murphy on his leg.

Raul Kohli and BBC Radio Newcastle commentator Matthew Raisbeck are joined by Luke Edwards from The Telegraph to discuss the FA Cup draw, the possible expansion of St James' Park - and Luke's friendship with former Magpies manager Steve Bruce.

Raul Kohli - live from India - and Simon Pryde are joined by FourFourTwo's Adam Clery.

BBC Radio Newcastle's Simon Pryde and Matthew Raisbeck are joined by the Daily Mail's north east football correspondent Craig Hope to discuss the future of Newcastle United sporting director Dan Ashworth.

Comedian Raul Kohli, BBC Radio Newcastle commentator Matthew Raisbeck and Aaron Stokes from The Chronicle discuss whether Livramento should start ahead of Burn at left back.

Raul Kohli and Matthew Raisbeck are joined by comedian Anth Young to talk transfers, the win at Villa - and why Anth - controversially - hasn't always been a lover of Eddie Howe.

Comedian Raul Kohli and BBC Radio Newcastle commentator Matthew Raisbeck are joined by journalist Jordan Cronin to discuss the latest black and white transfer speculation.

Comedian Raul Kohli is joined by BBC Radio Newcastle's Matthew Raisbeck and Colin White to review Newcastle's victory over Sunderland.

It's a rivalry that dates back to the English Civil War and runs a lot deeper than football. Total Sport's Simon Pryde takes us through how the derby began, the moments that have gone down in history - and what the derby means to the players, fans and to the North East as a region.

Simon Pryde, Matthew Raisbeck and John Anderson discuss the defeat at Chelsea.

Simon Pryde, Matthew Raisbeck, John Anderson and Steve Watson reflect on Newcastle's Champions League exit after defeat to AC Milan at St James' Park.

The Total Sport team react to Newcastle being drawn away to Sunderland in the FA Cup.

Colin White and Matthew Raisbeck are joined by Chris Waugh from The Athletic.

Colin White and Matthew Raisbeck are joined by Razor's constant sidekick, John Anderson!

Colin White, Matthew Raisbeck and Andrew Musgrove from 'The Everything is Black and White Podcast' discuss international breaks, injuries and continued European adventures...

Simon Pryde, Matthew Raisbeck and Olivier Bernard discuss Newcastle's defeat in Dortmund.

All the reaction as Newcastle United beat Manchester United in the Carabao Cup.

All the reaction as Newcastle lose to Dortmund - their first Champions League defeat.

As they return to the European stage, we re-live Newcastle United's memorable run in the Champions League in the 2002-03 season, with commentary from the BBC Radio Newcastle archives and new interviews with ex-players and former assistant manager John Carver.