The Mag Podcast
A deep dive into everything Newcastle United, brought to you by The Mag, the independent voice of the club since 1988. The podcast covers the latest news, match analysis, and discussions surrounding the team, offering a fan's perspective on the club's ups and downs. Each episode aims to provide insight and opinion on the goings-on at St James' Park. It is a must-listen for any Newcastle United supporter.
Episodes
Episode 12 – Newcastle United’s Villa Misery, Musical Meltdown and Football’s Unfair Playing Field
Newcastle United’s disappointing defeat to Aston Villa, the controversial new version of Blaydon Races at St James’ Park and the growing divide between the Premier League’s established elite and the chasing pack dominate this week’s Mag Pod. Jamie Smith is joined by Simon Cahill and David Hutchinson for a lively discussion of Newcastle’s worrying form, the future of matchday atmosphere and whether
Episode 11: The Mag Pod Special - Newcastle United and Aston Villa. Rivalry, Transfers and the Man City Fallout
Special guest Chris Budd from My Old Man Said joins Jamie, Simon, and Hutch for Episode 11.Check out My Old Man Said: https://myoldmansaid.comListen to the Villa Podcast: https://myoldmansaid.com/aston-villa-podcast/Newcastle United and Aston Villa's growing rivalry, the challenges of rebuilding twoambitious Premier League clubs and the potential fallout from Manchester City's financial ch
Episode 10: Coventry Collapse, Matchday Annoyances and Newcastle's Heroes and Villains
Newcastle United's miserable 4–1 defeat at Coventry City takes centre stage as Jamie Smith, David Hutchinson and Simon Carhill return for Episode 10 of The Mag Pod. The trio pick apart another worrying defensive display, question Newcastle's attacking decision-making and consider whether the latest setback is a sign of deeper problems. There's also a lively debate about the most annoyi
Episode 9: Newcastle United’s New Badge, Quantum Leaps and Changing History
The international break continues, but there is still plenty for The Mag Pod to get stuck into as the panel return for a mix of Newcastle United news, nostalgia and some increasingly ambitious attempts to rewrite the club's history.First up is Newcastle's updated club badge, with the panel looking back at the consultation process and assessing what has actually changed. From the streamline
Episode 8: Manchester City’s Charges, Newcastle United Women Win and Drinking in the Stands
With Newcastle United taking a back seat during the international break, this week’s The Mag Pod turns its attention to some of the biggest stories surrounding football, while still finding plenty to discuss from a black-and-white perspective.The main talking point is Manchester City and the reports surrounding the Premier League’s long-running case against the club. The panel considers what an ev
Episode 7: Hull City Win, Newcastle United’s Football Family and Revisiting Our Predictions
Newcastle United head into the international break with three points on the board after a tense 2-1 victory over Hull City at St James’ Park, and this week’s The Mag Pod looks back on a game that started comfortably before becoming far more nervy than anyone would have liked.The panel discuss Newcastle’s impressive opening, Joe Willock’s performance, Sean Steur’s influence in midfield and what hap
Episode 6: Newcastle United get a Reality Check at Leeds, Carabao Cup Draw and a Crucial Hull Response
Newcastle United are brought firmly back down to earth this week as The Mag Pod picks through a bruising 4-1 defeat at Leeds United and asks whether it was simply a bad night or a warning of bigger problems ahead.Jamie, Simon and Hutch examine a performance in which Newcastle struggled physically, created little going forward and looked increasingly vulnerable as the game unfolded. The discussion
Episode 5: Newcastle United and Jamie Survive Millwall, Cup Hopes and a Tricky Trip to Leeds
Newcastle United are safely through to the next round of the League Cup, and Episode 5 of The Mag Pod reflects on a successful, if not entirely convincing, trip to Millwall. Jamie reports back from The Den after Newcastle's 1-0 win, with Joe Willock's goal proving enough to send United through and keep their unbeaten start under the new manager intact.The panel pick apart a performance that produc
Episode 4: Bournemouth Frustration, Newcastle United’s Transfer Transformation and New Arrivals
Newcastle United remain unbeaten, but this week’s The Mag Pod begins with plenty of frustration after a chaotic 2-2 draw with Bournemouth at St James’ Park. Jamie, Simon and Hutch pick apart an afternoon dominated by contentious refereeing decisions, Bournemouth’s approach and a Newcastle performance that never quite clicked. Despite falling two goals behind, goals from Harvey Barnes and Ramsey re
Episode 3: Spurs Away, David Hopkinson’s Vision and Newcastle United’s Carabao Cup Hopes
Newcastle United have enjoyed a big week on and off the pitch, and episode three of The Mag Pod looks back on two wins, a memorable away day and some intriguing signs about where the club could be heading.The panel begin with Newcastle’s 2-0 victory away at Tottenham, as Jamie reports back from the trip with his son Blake and reflects on another successful visit to Spurs. The conversation moves fr
Episode 2: Liverpool Thriller, Newcastle United’s Future and Remembering Kevin Keegan
The Mag Pod Episode 2: Liverpool Thriller, Newcastle United’s Future and Remembering Kevin KeeganEpisode SummaryNewcastle United’s Premier League season is under way and this week’s The Mag Pod reflects on a dramatic 2-2 draw with Liverpool at St James’ Park. The panel discuss the frustration of conceding a late penalty, but also the many positives from a performance full of energy, commitment and
Episode 1: A New Era, Pre-Season Concerns and Life After Eddie Howe
The Mag Pod makes its debut as Jamie, Simon and Hutch get together to discuss Newcastle United from the perspective of supporters in the stands, combining the latest events around the club with opinions and talking points from The Mag.With pre-season drawing to a close, the panel reflect on an underwhelming set of friendly results and performances against Strasbourg, Bayer Leverkusen and Everton.
