Toon Under Podcast - A Show About Newcastle United

Join Lee, Craig and Bobby as we discuss some of the recent names linked to NUFC this transfer window, including a surprise name from a top 6 EPL club.   We also talk about the Benfica friendly defeat, the injury to Shelvey, red card for Joelinton, and the overall performance of the team. Are NUFC ready for the new season yet?   Free to listen now! 🎵Music courtesy Keiran Bowe - Left It A...

It was the year of the iPad, Instagram was launched and Julia Gillard became the first female PM in Australia. Jack, Bobby and Dimi take a look back at the eventful 2010/11 season. Popular manager Chris Hughton was unceremoniously sacked and replaced by Alan Pardew, Andy Carroll was categorically not for sale (until he was) and Newcastle made Premier League history by coming back from 4-0 down to...

Keegan, Craig and Mark are joined by Andy Sixsmith from BBC Sport and Premier League Productions to discuss all things Newcastle United. The lads look back over the heady days of takeover celebrations, what Eddie Howe and the new owners have since brought to the club, the fan euphoria at having hope once more, and the hugely encouraging appointments of Sporting Director Dan Ashworth and CEO Darren...

Jack catches up with Michael Collier of official Atlanta United Supporters Group, Terminus Legion, to get the inside track on the new Newcastle United CEO, Darren Eales. Eales has been an integral part of Atlanta’s success since their inception in 2014 and entry into the MLS in 2017. Michael tells us what he has done, how he has done it, what his strengths are, and what he will bring to Newcastle...

In this first instalment of season review shows, Jack, Mark and Keegan take a trip down memory lane as they look back on the 2001/2002 season for Newcastle United under Sir Bobby Robson. The boys get exciting reliving those heady days beating Arsenal in London, that amazing 7 goal thriller against Leeds at Elland Road and finishing 4th to qualify for the Champions League.   Join them as they look...

Newcastle United once famously sold themselves as an ideal stepping stone club, and a route into the Premier League to prospective recruits. Jack and Bobby are joined by Seb Stafford-Bloor of Tifo Football to talk about that concept being flipped on its head, as Newcastle look to recruit stepping stone players in this early stage of their development post-takeover. Seb also runs through some of th...

Following on from last week's 2001/02 season review, Jack is joined by Bobby and Craig to reminisce about the magnificent 2002/03 season. Another excellent league performance saw Newcastle finish 3rd in the table, but it was the Champions League run that really grabbed the headlines, as Newcastle made history to qualify from the first group stage after losing the opening three games. No Newcastle...

Lee, Craig, Dimi and Keegan try and pick a Newcastle United best Premier League starting XI alongside manager, kit manufacturer and even shirt sponsor. The boys discuss (argue) who deserves their place in the team from our 42 person shortlist of some absolute icons of St James' Park. Expect a few surprise exclusions and inclusions along with some player stats that may leave you a little shocked, a...

Mark & Keegan break down the latest transfer news with Diaby looking more likely and the unlikely name of Everton midfielder Anthony Gordon springing up in the last 24 hours.  The boys also talk about potential outgoings with Gayle, Clark, Hendrick & Matty Longstaff told to train with the U23's and deemed surplus to requirements at St James' Park.   The latest debate on the curre...

Last week saw over 30,000 fans try to get their hands on 1,000 season tickets, as well as an unprecedented run on memberships, which will be the only way for non-season ticket holders to get match tickets at St James' Park next season. Jack is joined by Bobby and Craig to talk about whether this demand will continue, how big Newcastle's stadium really needs to be in the long-term, and how St James...

Jack is joined by Mark and Keegan to discuss the imminent signing of 22-year-old Dutch centre back Sven Botman from Lille. The lads look at why Newcastle have chased him for so long, why they're willing to part with so much money for him and where he will fit into the team. They also assess the impact of beating off competition from historical heavyweights AC Milan, and what this might mean for at...

Mark is joined by Dimmi and Keegan to discuss the imminent signing of Nick Pope as he arrives in Newcastle for his medical ahead of a 10m pound move from Burnley.   Also news coming out suggesting NUFC have walked away from the Ekitike deal and the bookies slash the odds on Christian Eriksen joining Eddie Howe's Newcastle United revolution.   #nufc #nickpope #ekitike #newcastleunited #er...

Jack and Bobby talk to French based football correspondent for CBS, Jonathan Johnson. We ask Jonathan about links to Sven Botman, Hugo Ekitike and Lucas Paqueta. Where are these transfers at the moment, what qualities could these three players bring to Newcastle, can they make the step to the Premier League, and what are the chances of them signing? Exclusive, expert Newcastle United insights for...

Lee, Mark and Keegan take a quick look at the new fixture list just released for the 22/23 Premier League Season. #NUFC have drawn newly promoted Nottingham Forest #NFFC at home to launch their season; how do the TUP team think we'll do in that game, and how do we think the first 10 games of the season will go? Listen now! (p.s. apologies for the dodgy audio in this podcast, particularly at the ve...

Mark, Dimmi and Keegan are joined by Andy Naylor, the Brighton and Hove Albion correspondent for The Athletic to discuss all things Dan Ashworth.  Join us as we look through his impact on Brighton, what we can expect of the man, the myth, the legend that is Dan Ashworth in his new appointment as Director of Football at Newcastle United.

Craig is joined by Bobby and Mark as they look at outgoing players, incoming players and discuss all the rumours as the summer transfer window finally get's under way.  Who will Newcastle united sign this summer?  How much will they spend?  One thing for sure, the lads will do their best to cover all the wheelings and dealings as the clubs new owners set Dan Ashworth about the job o...

Jack, Bobby and Craig chat to BBC Radio Newcastle's NUFC commentator and all round top bloke, Matthew Raisbeck . Matthew tells the lads about how he became a commentator, takes them behind the scenes on a commentary day and explains how much fun it is to work with John Anderson. The guys also go in depth into NUFC pre and post takeover, how much professional excitement Matthew has at calling all t...

Join Lee, Jack, Craig, Dimi and Bobby as the TUP crew talk about their favourite moments from #nufc's 21/22 season. Who were your favourites and do they match ours? Watch now and let us know! ⚫️⚪️⚫️⚪️

The Price of Football author and football finance expert, Kieran Maguire, talks to Jack and Bobby about Financial Fair Play. Kieran explains what FFP is, why it was implemented, what the impact has been and how it might affect Newcastle United during the upcoming transfer window. Brighton fan Kieran also shares his thoughts on Newcastle's new Sporting Director, Dan Ashworth. Essential listening fo...

Jack is joined by Craig, Bobby and Dimi for a live stream as the TUP crew look in depth at Newcastle's current squad. The lads look at how each player did in 2021/22 and assess who is likely to be retained and who will be moved on, as well as identifying which positions will be prioritised in the transfer window. Finally, the boys have a stab at predicting what the 25-man squad might look like whe...

Craig and Dimi review Newcastle’s 13th and final victory of the season as the 2-1 victory at Turf Moor consigns Burnley to the Championship and confirms 11th place in the league for Newcastle. The lads talk about classy Callum Wilson’s goals, salivate over the final league table and look ahead to what may come in the off-season and beyond.

Jack, Bobby and Craig review one of the most memorable performances by a Newcastle team in recent memory as the Magpies end their home campaign in style with a dominant victory over a shellshocked Arsenal. The lads discuss the magnitude of this win, assess the impact of Wor Flags and the magnificent atmosphere at St James' Park, and look at what went right on the night as Newcastle beat the Gunner...

Covid-riddled Jack has used some of the spare time on his hands while he's in isolation to look in depth at Financial Fair Play and how it might impact Newcastle United as we head into the transfer window. Based mainly on the stellar work of @SwissRamble, Jack covers the legacy of Mike Ashley, player amortisation, where the scope might be for increasing revenue and what the main takeaways are for...

Jack and Craig go live on YouTube to preview the final home match of the season against Arsenal on Tuesday morning. Safety is assured for Newcastle so there is minimal pressure on the game for the Magpies, but Arsenal are still battling it out with North London rivals Spurs for the last Champions League spot. The lads discuss Newcastle's safety and pinpoint the key factors that have brought us to...

Craig and Mark look back on a dismal defeat away to Manchester City at the Etihad and Newcastle United are beaten 5-0 in their penultimate away game of the season. Join the lads as they discuss the match talking points, debate the plusses and minuses and of course look forward to the new season having all but clinched survival (so let's not get carried away).   They also talk about playe...