Best Chris Waugh Podcasts (2025)

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Best Season Yet with Sam Mulliner 34:59

1d ago34:59

34:59

Broadcaster Sam Mulliner joins Raul to talk through this dream season, a reality check at Villa, and whether Champions League football is still on. Plus – who should Newcastle target this summer?By BBC Newcastle

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Palace home; glorious, especially compared to Villa 51:25

5d ago51:25

51:25

It's a tale of two Uniteds this week. First up; a magnificent demolition of Crystal Palace when everyone scored, even Isak. And while Villa away was a Saturday to forget, the podcast team seem to have a lot more trouble remembering the details from earlier in the week. Either way, we are shrugging it all off and looking forward to an exciting run-i…

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Goals Galore! 35:12

8d ago35:12

35:12

Raul’s joined by Anth Young after a week where Newcastle smashed in nine goals across two games – putting Man United and Palace to the sword.They dig into the form, the fire, and what it means ahead of Villa. Expect strong opinions on Sela, bold takes on the kit, and a proper look at what this team could do in Europe if it all clicks.…

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Felicity Ward, Raymond Mearns, Kathleen Hughes and Robin Morgan 28:03

8d ago28:03

28:03

Des Clarke hosts Scotland's award-winning satirical news quiz.By BBC Radio Scotland

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Doing the Manchester United double: now that IS delicious! 1:03:26

13d ago1:03:26

1:03:26

Eddie Howe's illness, while obviously a concern for everyone, did not disrupt Newcastle's focus on a Super Sunday. Newcastle's senior teams won 10-1 on aggregate as The Lasses put promotion disappointment behind them with six unanswered goals against Blackburn. Manchester United, meanwhile, left St James's Park with their tails between their legs; …

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Mark Nelson, Elaine Malcolmson, Don Biswas and Kate Hammer 28:03

13d ago28:03

28:03

Des Clarke hosts Scotland's award-winning satirical news quiz.By BBC Radio Scotland

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John Gibson: Five decades at the heart of Newcastle 49:20

15d ago49:20

49:20

Newcastle legend John Gibson joins us for a rare, unmissable conversation — reflecting on covering the club he loves and has covered since 1966. He names his all-time dream team, shares untold stories from Portugal with Sir Bobby, opens about the toughest moments in black-and-white and gives his honest take on the club’s future, transfers, and St. …

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Bees and Foxes dispatched: Cup final response pleases Howe 49:59

19d ago49:59

49:59

Newcastle United took six Premier League points from their first two games after winning the Carabao Cup, albeit three of them were a little easier than the others. Brentford came to St James's Park and put up a fight, equalising through Mbeumo before Tonali's not-a-worldie saved the victory in another "game-state" triumph. Then to Leicester, the t…

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Razor on the Bus: Inside Newcastle’s Celebrations 38:33

21d ago38:33

38:33

Razor takes us inside the celebrations as Newcastle marked their Wembley win in style. From his spot on the bus alongside Ant, Dec, and Shearer, he shares what it was really like rolling through the city with 30,000 fans lining the streets. The players' reactions, the chaos, the pride and his behind-the-scenes moment with Dec before the wheels even…

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Ashley Storrie, Scott Agnew, Athena Kugblenu and Sam Lake 28:03

22d ago28:03

28:03

Des Clarke hosts Scotland's award-winning satirical news quiz.By BBC Radio Scotland

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Party time! Bus tour and Town Moor celebrations 1:05:28

27d ago1:05:28

1:05:28

From the sublime to the ludicrous, Newcastle showed the footballing world how to celebrate properly on Saturday as the Carabao Cup winners showed off their spoils on a bus tour of the city centre. A host of TV stars and football heroes joined the fun as the party carried on at the Town Moor with Eddie Howe in raptures (yes, really) and Bruno leadin…

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Parade and Party! 37:38

29d ago37:38

37:38

This week, we're joined by DJ and producer Ellie Scougall, a lifelong Newcastle United fan who’s been making history of her own. Ellie talks about becoming the first woman to DJ at St James’ Park, setting the atmosphere for the women's derby in front of 38,000 fans. She also takes us behind the scenes of her set on the Toon Moor for Newcastle’s Car…

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Glasgow International Comedy Festival Special: Susie McCabe, Ignacio Lopez, Susan Riddell and Liam Withnail 28:03

29d ago28:03

28:03

Des Clarke hosts Scotland's award-winning satirical news quiz.By BBC Radio Scotland

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The Lasses' derby double: record attendance at St James's Park 1:04:32

1M ago1:04:32

1:04:32

Newcastle United's women completed a derby double, beating Sunderland in the home fixture at St James's Park with a crowd of almost forty thousand watching on. Substitute Shania Hayles was the scorer, her tenth in the league this season, as The Lasses (TM) retained local bragging rights with a one-nil win which also keeps their slim title and promo…

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Glasgow International Comedy Festival Special: Robin Ince, Marjolein Robertson, Gareth Waugh and Ria Lina 28:02

1M ago28:02

28:02

Des Clarke hosts Scotland's award-winning satirical news quiz.By BBC Radio Scotland

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Cup Hangover Special: sharing memories of Wembley win 1:33:26

1M ago1:33:26

1:33:26

Eddie Howe's mighty Mags thrashed Liverpool in the Carabao Cup final at Wembley on Sunday. In this extended PotT we analyse the performance and bask in the glory. With an overwhelming response from you, the audience, we talk about the experience for those at the game, the reaction of fans around the world, and that strange feeling of what to do nex…

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NUFC are Wembley Winners 34:34

1M ago34:34

34:34

Less than 24 hours after Newcastle lifted the Carabao Cup at Wembley, Razor joins Raul and Anth Young to break down what it means to finally be winners. With Razor in the commentary box for the match, he shares his experience from the moment Newcastle made history. They reflect on the journey to this moment, the celebrations, and what this win mean…

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The Sound of Victory: 2025 Carabao Cup Winners 42:36

1M ago42:36

42:36

We did it! (they did it!) Newcastle United are the 2025 Carabao Cup winners, and in some style... Grab your headphones and enjoy a weekend in stereo in London. From King's Cross, to Covent Garden, to Wembley, to Dreamland. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesBy The Athletic

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Glasgow International Comedy Festival Special: Val McDermid, Daliso Chaponda, Rosco McClelland and Jessica Fostekew 28:02

1M ago28:02

28:02

Des Clarke hosts Scotland's award-winning satirical news quiz.By BBC Radio Scotland

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Carabao Cup Final Preview 1:02:25

1M ago1:02:25

1:02:25

Here we go again! Carabao anxiety is morphing into cuppy fever at PotT towers with the mood enhanced by victory at West Ham (and Chris's negativity notable by its absence on Tuesday; something he more than balances out with one stratospheric stat). George, in particular, while not quite upbeat, is certainly buoyed by his examination of Eddie Howe's…

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Wembley: Heartbreak or History with Chris Waugh 53:57

2M ago53:57

53:57

Can NUFC finally do it after years of heartbreak? Chris Waugh from The Athletic joins Raul & Razor to break down Sunday’s final against Liverpool, the build-up, and what this moment means for the club. They also dive into what it’s really like to report on NUFC—the inside stories, the best and worst moments, and the pressure of breaking news.…

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Hope in our hearts after West Ham win 51:10

2M ago51:10

51:10

Eddie Howe celebrated enthusiastically after the final whistle at the London Stadium. While it may not have been much of a spectacle, the 1-0 win (with a goal from captain Bruno Guimaraes) represented a real boost to the team's confidence. The preceding week had seen gut punch after gut punch... Anthony Gordon's suspension for the Carabao Cup Final…

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Wembley, the NUFC Curse & Pardew on a mountain 37:33

2M ago37:33

37:33

Comedian Kai Humphries joins Raul & Razor to talk Wembley hopes, the injury curse haunting our squad and that viral video from Milan. He shares an unforgettable mountaintop chat with former Newcastle manager Alan Pardew. Plus, we break down the brutal Brighton defeat and look ahead to Wembley.By BBC Newcastle

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Chris Forbes, Tiff Stevenson, Chris Thorburn and Josie Long 28:03

2M ago28:03

28:03

Des Clarke hosts Scotland's award-winning satirical news quiz.By BBC Radio Scotland

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Wembley, NUFC’s Defence & Why Everyone Steals Our Iconic Chants 38:15

2M ago38:15

38:15

Comedian Anth Young joins Raul to talk all things NUFC—most importantly, Wembley. They also discuss the current defence, the latest stadium plans, and our iconic chants—why they’re so good, their history, and why other clubs keep stealing them.By BBC Newcastle

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Pre-Carabao calamity: the Seagull sequel 1:03:17

2M ago1:03:17

1:03:17

Newcastle fans were left with a vomit-inducing case of deja vu on Sunday after the final home game before the Carabao Cup final saw another day of injury and insult. Lewis Hall was ruled out of the FA Cup tie vs Brighton and has consulted with a specialist, leaving his fitness in doubt, while Anthony Gordon saw red, and saw red; he now faces a thre…

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Ray Bradshaw, Amy Matthews, Jamie MacDonald and Alice Fraser 28:03

2M ago28:03

28:03

Des Clarke hosts Scotland's award-winning satirical news quiz.By BBC Radio Scotland

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Isak absence analysed as Anfield abstinence endures 58:40

2M ago58:40

58:40

Welcome to this BONUS edition of Pod on the Tyne, organised to commemorate the **checks notes** routine win for Liverpool at home to Newcastle... Yes, Chris made us all get together to reflect on a dress rehearsal that definitely could have gone a lot worse for Newcastle, but equally gave us no additional reasons to expect a winning performance at …

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Simon Bird on Kinnear, Shearer and Shocking Press Moments 35:00

2M ago35:00

35:00

Journalist Simon Bird has worked with over 50 football managers, and he’s sharing his best NUFC stories. From the chaos of Joe Kinnear’s infamous press conference to Alan Shearer’s time in charge, Simon reveals the manager who surprised him most, his experience ghost-writing, and the most shocking answer he’s ever received—from Laurent Robert.…

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Beating Forest 4-3 and why it's good, actually 1:03:12

2M ago1:03:12

1:03:12

Newcastle United were, at one time, primarily famous for being on the wrong end of a 4-3 scoreline; now, somehow, we're regretting being on the right end of one... That might seem contradictory but the nature of Sunday's win (against one of our main Premier League rivals, remember) was a trademark burst of St James's Park energy followed by the exh…

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Jay Lafferty, Jim Smith, Pierre Novellie and Kemah Bob 28:03

2M ago28:03

28:03

Des Clarke hosts Scotland's award-winning satirical news quiz.By BBC Radio Scotland

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A Nightmare on Etihad Street: another alarming off-day 58:00

2M ago58:00

58:00

Just when you thought it was safe to go back to Manchester... City stuttering, Newcastle striding into the Carabao Cup final and skipping over Birmunum banana skins...Oh no! Eddie Howe and the club both have terrible track records at the Etihad, but this goes down as one of the most disappointing performances for either. Beaten in duels, unable to …

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Steve Beharall on Changing Lives, NUFC Women & Wembley 35:26

2M ago35:26

35:26

Steve Beharall joins Raul to talk about the impact of Newcastle United Foundation, the growth of the women’s team, and the Academy’s future. From changing lives in a region to the passion behind the charity’s work plus why you should never doubt Eddie Howe on the road to Wembley.By BBC Newcastle

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Stuart Mitchell, Diona Doherty, Marc Jennings and Amanda Dwyer 28:03

2M ago28:03

28:03

Des Clarke hosts Scotland's award-winning satirical news quiz.By BBC Radio Scotland

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Wembley Awaits - could it be the end of a 70-year wait? 31:03

2M ago31:03

31:03

Newcastle are Wembley-bound, and it's all anyone can talk about! Razor and Raul are joined by journalist Simon Bird to break down the semi-final win, the road to the final, and what it means for the club.By BBC Newcastle

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Newcastle: the cup specialists reborn? 54:19

3M ago54:19

54:19

FA Cup weekend brought mixed fortunes for Newcastle United's senior teams; Eddie Howe's men emerged victorious, but by no means unscathed, from a trip to Birmingham while the women's team fought valiantly and competed but were deservedly beaten by WSL outfit Crystal Palace. Eddie Howe rotated his squad at St Andrews, with only Bruno Guimaraes and D…

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Another Eddie Howe masterclass for Arteta's Arsenal 1:29:04

3M ago1:29:04

1:29:04

Just when you thought it was safe for Arsenal to go back to St James's Park, Eddie Howe's Newcastle United delivered another performance of exquisite intensity to cast aside any nervous energy and cruise into another Carabao Cup final. Highlights included a line-up that looked like a low block back five, but actually saw two of the three centre hal…

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Jack Robertson: Miggy, Metroland & Stealing the grass at St James Park 35:46

3M ago35:46

35:46

Jack Robertson joins Raul to talk about Newcastle’s current form, the Northeast as a creative powerhouse, and his career in writing and acting. Jack shares his half-time appearance experience and how he got stopped for trying to pinch some St James’ Park grass. And they discuss his new show about Muhammad Ali in South Shields.…

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Isak batters Southampton as Almiron nears exit 1:03:45

3M ago1:03:45

1:03:45

Eowyn took most of the headlines this week but our very own Swedish hurricane was southbound. Alexander Isak showed his full range of abilities as he turned Southampton's defence upside down and inside out. Jacob Murphy is the provider-in-chief and he will become a very important player if Miguel Almiron departs in January; the Paraguayan has prove…

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Cherries Everywhere! Newcastle's winning run ends with a splat 1:05:06

3M ago1:05:06

1:05:06

It had all been going so well; too well, perhaps. But, it's all over now as Bournemouth came to St James's Park and took all three points, any faint hopes of a title chase, and really rubbed our faces in it, to be honest. Isak, who had broken the club's record scoring run against Wolves, was a mere spectator at the weekend, and the team looked defi…

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Andrew Cushin on Noel Gallagher & Wor Flags 34:34

3M ago34:34

34:34

Raul’s joined by the legend Andrew Cushin to discuss NUFC’s brilliant form, performing with Noel Gallagher, playing at the Hollywood Bowl, and St James’ Park. They dive into the story behind Wor Flags, Andrew’s take on Donny Osmond’s teeth, and the North East’s rock ‘n’ roll roots.By BBC Newcastle

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Fuss-free FA Cup progress with 'winnable' league fixtures in store 53:13

3M ago53:13

53:13

It wasn't quite serene progress against Bromley in the FA Cup on Sunday, but there was a brutal beauty in the strikes provided by Lewis Miley and Will Osula either side of an Anthony Gordon penalty. Some key questions after the weekend. Did anybody put their hand up for a first-team place 'proper'? What's going on with Martin Dubravka? Why did Chri…

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Razor's Return 49:30

4M ago49:30

49:30

In this episode, Razor is back to join Raul as they break down Newcastle’s incredible run, including the massive win against Arsenal. They discuss the team’s performance, the players stepping up, and how the club is now within touching distance of a trophy. Plus, they share Anderson’s priceless reaction while commentating on the action.…

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London is Ours: Toon have a toe in the Carabao Cup Final 1:10:05

4M ago1:10:05

1:10:05

This is getting ridiculous; Newcastle's run of wins, Isak's run of goals, Gordon's contributions, Murphy's assists, all continued and they will start the home leg of the Carabao Cup semi-final with a two-nil lead. The tie's far from over, with nobody keener to emphasise that than Eddie Howe, but what an incredible run of games this has been, a trul…

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NUFC finish 2024 in style with dominant Old Trafford win 1:08:16

4M ago1:08:16

1:08:16

Newcastle United don't win at Old Trafford, or at least they didn't. After last season's Carabao Cup victory, and off the back of a massive upturn in league form, we travelled to Manchester with a spring in our step and hope in our hearts. The rest you know. Spurs and Arsenal next. Playing like this, why not? Happy New Year everybody! Learn more ab…

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Beating Villa, Jason Tindall, Man Utd’s struggles and Greggs! 1:17:51

4M ago1:17:51

1:17:51

Raul is joined by Andy Kerr to unpack the win over Aston Villa and Jason Tindall’s eventful week, including that red card and his iconic Wham jumper. They also dive into Man United’s current struggles, Tonali’s impact, and Howe’s position at the helm. Plus, they share their love for the North East—Greggs very much included!…

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A Geordie James Bond, Bowyer vs Dyer and selling Jacob Murphy 42:20

4M ago42:20

42:20

Journalist Grace Laidler joins Raul to talk about Geordie accents on the big screen, including Daniel Craig’s take on a Geordie role. We revisit the infamous Bowyer vs. Dyer punch-up, celebrate Tino’s new chant, and debate whether it’s time to sell Jacob Murphy. Plus, we break down the last two wins and what they mean for NUFC’s momentum.…

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PotT Christmas Special: 2024 in review 1:25:54

4M ago1:25:54

1:25:54

Recorded at the magnificent Strawberry pub in the shadow of St James's Park, Pod on the Tyne (with some allowances for flu season) assembled an audience of friends, colleagues and (the Waugh) family for our traditional Christmas special. Looking back over a magnificent seven days, a rollercoaster of twelve months, and with a glimpse ahead to 2025, …

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What can we take from facile Leicester win? 1:05:05

4M ago1:05:05

1:05:05

Newcastle's problem in recent times has been getting the job done against so-called lesser teams. This Saturday, they proved they absolutely can do it against so-called Leicester teams. From Gordon to Burn via Murphy, Hall, and Sandro Tonali there were quite a few eye-catching performances but it's impossible to know what it all means because the o…

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A Requiem for Chris's Dream at Brentford 1:05:55

5M ago1:05:55

1:05:55

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 som…

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