True Faith NUFC Podcast

Ian Mearns MP for Gateshead and Kev Miles the Chief Executive of the FSA talk to the NUST about a fan led review into football, what that might look like, and how we can get involved. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Alex Hurst is joined by Adam Widdrington, Simon Campbell & Norman Riley to look back at yet another disaster of a performance on the south coast. The lads look back at why Steve Bruce seems incapable of delivering any sort of consistency as United boss and just why United are so bad, yet the manager gets so little criticism from pals within the media. If you like what we do please consider signing up to True Faith on Patreon - 20 extra podcasts per month for less than £2 per week: www.patreon.com/tfpodcast Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Newcastle United beat Everton at St James' Park and the True Faith Podcast brings you reaction from Alex Hurst, Charlotte Robson and Simon Campbell. The podcast touches on: Five at the back the key to success? Callum Wilson - the most important person at Newcastle United? Sean Longtsaff on his way back to his best Loads, loads more If you like what we do please consider signing up to True Faith on Patreon - 20 extra podcasts per month for less than £2 per week: www.patreon.com/tfpodcast Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Micky hosts Charlotte, Chris and Adam to discuss NUFC's point away at Wolves. On paper it was a good point but, as is becoming increasingly common, the result masked the performance. It's a long podcast and - fair warning - it's pretty negative. It felt good to get some of it off our chests so we hope it is the same for you when you listen! If you like what we do please consider trying our Patreon out – loads of extra podcasts for less than £2 per week: www.patreon.com/tfpodcast Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Alex Hurst hosts Norman Riley and Ben Wade to discuss why they're moving firmly toward the 'Bruce Out' way of thinking after another inept tactical display against a Manchester United in freefall. If you like what we do please consider signing up to True Faith on Patreon - 20 extra podcasts per month for less than £2 per week: www.patreon.com/tfpodcast Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

TF Pod host and Trust Chair Alex Hurst talks to all eleven Newcastle United Supporters Trust board election candidates. They all want your vote and discuss their life as supporters, their memorable games and their ambitions for the Trust. Why should you vote for them? The answers lie very much in this podcast. We'd love it if you signed up as a Trust member. The TRUST needs you as a Newcastle United fan. To vote in this election you must be a member before midnight on 09.10.20 Join the Trust: https://nufctrust.co.uk/news-story/nufc-trust-election-your-2020-candidates/ Your candidate Statements: https://nufctrust.co.uk/join-the-trust/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Alex Hurst hosts Charlotte Robson, Chris Shipman and Norman Riley to discuss a great win for NUFC as Burnley are comfortably beaten at St James' Park If you like what we do please consider signing up to True Faith on Patreon - 20 extra podcasts per month for less than £2 per week: https://www.patreon.com/tfpodcast Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Host Alex hurst is joined by true faith duo Ben Wade & Charlotte Robson following a terrible/hilarious display at Tottenham on Sunday. The trio debate why Steve Bruce seems to set the side to play as badly as possible, Callum Wilson being 'magnificent' , Jonjo Shelvey being Jonjo Shelvey and more. Link to the fanzine Alex won't stop going on about: https://truefaithnufc.bigcartel.com/category/fanzine If you like what we do please consider trying our Patreon out - loads of extra podcasts for less than £2 per week: https://www.patreon.com/tfpodcast Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Micky hosts Si, Ben and George to talk through the (insert terrible adjective here) against Brighton. The lads inject some positivity into what feels like a pretty dismal week. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Keith discusses the 1997-98 season at Newcastle United which included THAT spectacular night against Barcelona, a run to the Cup Final, and Temuri Ketsbaia topless and chinning an advertising hoarding. It wasn't a great season, but it still produced some memorable moments. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Alex Hurst hosts Charlotte Robson, Adam Widdrington and Norman Riley to talk about a brilliant opening day win for Newcastle United. On the agenda for the pod is: What is this strange feeling of positivity amongst the NUFC fan base? Hendrick, Lewis or Wilson - who had the best debut? How and why United were far more positive in their approach to the game Much, much more If you like what we do please consider trying our Patreon out - loads of extra podcasts for less than £2 per week: https://www.patreon.com/tfpodcast Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Marc Corby discusses 31 years of friendship and rivalry with Sunderland supporter Jonny Snell. The lads discuss the highs, lows, bragging rights and embarrassments of following their clubs from the 1980s right up to the modern-day dream of new ownership and happier times. If you like what we do please visit our Patreon page for more NUFC content: patreon.com/tfpodcast Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Alex Hurst hosts Charlotte Robson and Marc Corby as we preview the upcoming season with Craig Hope of the Daily Mail. Craig talks about his relationship with Steve Bruce, the signings the club have made and how it leaves little wriggle room for the manager should things not go to plan and much, much more. If you like what we do please visit our Patreon page for more NUFC content: patreon.com/tfpodcast Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

It's finally here... the True Faith season preview 2020/21. After a summer of planning the show, Micky, Andy, Si and Ben had to start from scratch on the day United signed TWO experienced premier league players. If you like what we do please visit our Patreon page for more NUFC content: patreon.com/tfpodcast Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Norman hosts Keith and Marc for part three of True Faith's series on Keith's career at United. The lads discuss 1996/97 and early 1997/8...including the 5-0 win over Man United, KK's departure, the arrival of Kenny Dalglish and the immediate impact that had on the Club, and United's arrival in the Champions League. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Marc and Norm continue their chat with Keith on his career. Part two starts off where part one ended, with Keith arriving at Newcastle early 1995. The lads cover the end of the 1994/95 season and delve into the famous 1995/96 title challenge. Sir Les, Ginola and Warren Barton arrived as United's season ended in glorious failure! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Charlotte Robson hosts Alex Hurst and Ben Wade to discuss Richard Masters' letter to Chi Onwurah as the Premier League finally break their silence on the NUFC Takeover. If you like what we do please visit our Patreon page for more NUFC content: patreon.com/tfpodcast Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Newcastle United Supporters Trust hosted an online zoom call with 500 members in a 'Call for Unity' hosted by George Caulkin of The Athletic This is the recording of that meeting with a message from Amanda Staveley for Trust members To join the Trust go to: https://nufctrust.co.uk/join-the-trust/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Marc Corby and Norman Riley listen to former United winger Keith Gillespie as he takes us through the early part of his career as a professional. Keith was a vital cog in the Newcastle United team managed by Kevin Keegan that came within touching distance of the title in 1996. His incredible performance in the 3-2 Champions League victory over Barcelona in 1997 is one that ensures his permanent place in United folklore. In part one of this four part series Keith discusses the period covering his arrival at Man Utd in 1991 to signing for Newcastle United in 1995. Keith talks about how it felt to play for his boyhood team, work with Fergie and share a dressing room with Roy Keane. His Northern Ireland debut is discussed in depth. A huge amount of thanks go to our Patreons. It is their on-going sponsorship that enables us to put a podcast such as this together. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Charlotte Robson hosts Michael Martin, Chris Shipman and Alex Hurst to talk through the Doomsday Scenario that became a reality with the withdrawal of the attempt to buy the club by the PIF of Saudi Arabia. We chat about How it has come to this The devastating effect on supporters on the club What supporters need to do next If you like the show please do us a huge favour and leave us a 5 star review on iTunes or Apple podcasts if you listen on that platform. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The traditional 'End of Season Show' is here and Alex hosts Micky, Norman and Charlotte to dissect another season. We go through: Highs and lows Best and worst players and Joelinton Magic moments Much much more We have a brand new fanzine out now and it would be absolutely class if you fancied buying it: https://truefaithnufc.bigcartel.com/category/fanzine Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Alex Hurst hosts Marc Corby & Simon Campbell for a discussion with Luke Edwards of the Telegraph. Discussion centres around Steve Bruce and the season just gone Have United gone backward or forward under Bruce? How can Bruce get what he needs from Mike Ashley to compete with the top ten next season? The 'takeover' and what buyers could have done differently to have moved things on more quickly We have a new fanzine out - please buy it here: https://truefaithnufc.bigcartel.com/product/true-faith-issue-149 If you like these shows we produce lots more each month on Patreon - check us out here: patreon.com/tfpodcast Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Charlotte hosts Norman, Chris and Adam as they pick through the bones of the Vicarage Road defeat. Did Bruce's substitutes prove an unwanted catalyst for the demise? Did Watford just have more to play for? Will those Manager of the Year calls finally subside after a very forgettable week? All this and more... Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Charlotte is joined by Norman and special guests Marc Corby and Keith Gillespie for a look back at Newcastle United's draw with West Ham at St James' Park. Are we positive about an unbeaten run of form, or are we looking at it as only one win in four home games? What does this draw and the fact that we have different goalscorers all the time mean for the rest of the season? All this with the added professional view from Keith Gillespie, who will be joining us on Patreon for a few special podcasts until the end of the season. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Alex is joined by Micky, Si and Ben to look back at a miserable afternoon at St James' Park as Man City strolled to a two nil win in our first FA Cup Quarter Final in 14 years. Why were we so passive at 0 0? Why not play your best goal keeper? Does this defeat effectively end our season? All that and lots more Join us on Patreon for $7 per month for lots more NUFC content www.patreon.com/tfpodcast Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Alex is joined by Ben, SI and Marc Cowley to look at a disappointing draw between United and Aston Villa at St James' Park. Would we have taken 4 points from the last two? How good was Danny Rose? Problems in midfield? All that and lots more from the lads on a sweltering day on Tyenside. Join us on Patreon for $7 per month for lots more NUFC content https://www.patreon.com/tfpodcast Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Alex Hurst chats to Dr Neil Quilliam associate fellow with the Middle East and North Africa Programme with Chatham House. Neil gives us an experts view on the complex and negative relationship betweenSaudi Arabia and Qatar - which has resulted in strong objections from Qatar's state sport broadcaster Bein Sports and allegedly delayed the takeover of Newcastle United. Neil also discusses how Saudi Arabia is governed and the impact purchasing Newcastle United would have on society in Saudi Arabia Check out one of Neil's articles: https://www.worldpoliticsreview.com/articles/28443/are-saudi-arabia-and-its-gulf-neighbors-close-to-ending-the-qatar-boycott Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Football was back at ST James' and United got off to the best start of a critical week as high flying Sheffield United were comfortably beaten 3 0. Alex is joined by Marc Cowley and Andy Bolland to dissect a lovely win. Was it all down to the red card? Joelinton - a corner turned? Best performance of the season? All that and loads more. If you like this show we do loads more of them each week on our Patreon page - check it out here: https://www.patreon.com/tfpodcast Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Alex, Adam and Si discuss Newcastle's preparation and chances ahead of Project Restart and the return of Premier League football. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Marc Corby is joined by Norman Riley to discuss the impact of losing Kevin Keegan as a manager followed by the appointment of Kenny Dalglish as his replacement. Ripping the squad apart within weeks, Dalglish's remit was clear - work under the financial constraints of a newly formed PLC whilst achieving the silverware his predecessor failed to deliver. The lads discuss the following 18 months in great detail that includes highs, lows, misfortune and questionable decisions. Was Kenny given enough time at United? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Alex Hurst hosts a discussion on fan communication with Newcastle United. Alex is initially joined by fellow Newcastle United Supporters Trust Board Members Thomas Concannon and greg Tomlinson to discuss their dealings with the club over the last 18 months. Andrew Musgrove and Chris Waugh talk us through dealing with United from a media perspective and finally Steve Wraith talks about his own experience working with United and how the club should be using ex-players throughout the club to strengthen the bond between club and supporters. Many thanks to the lads who gave up their time to talk to True Faith You can join NUST here: https://nufctrust.co.uk/join-the-trust/ If you like what we do at TF - we have loads more podcast content weekly for less than £2 per week: https://www.patreon.com/creator-home If you like the show please leave us a positive review with a comment on Apple podcasts (if that's your podcast platform of choice) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In another trip down memory lane, Marc Corby is joined by Gavin Haigh to discuss his outstanding collection of match-worn Newcastle United shirts. Chronicling his 43 years as a supporter, Gavin tells of the anecdotes that surround his quest to obtain specific shirts and the few unintentional surprises on the way. The lads also discuss modern day Newcastle United and the drama that comes with it. Many thanks to Gavin for doing the show and you can find him on twitter https://twitter.com/gav411haigh If you like this podcast please consider leaving us a review on Apple podcasts of that's you platform! We also have resumed our Patreon page for listeners who wish to listen to 3-4 extra podcasts per week. Sign up here:https://www.patreon.com/tfpodcast Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Alex is joined by Si, Ben & Bolland to discuss the latest developments from the Guardian casting doubt about the state of United's proposed takeover. We wonder why isn't it done yet? How come the PL are supposedly telling the buyers it's nearly done yet are telling the Guardian it's in doubt? Why do stories keep coming out about it being 'next week' and it not happening? Why are Steve Bruce's mates so keen for him to get the job post-takeover? All that and more! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Marc Corby is joined by Jamie McClen and Owen Peterson, two footballers who were signed by Kevin Keegan as part of the NUFC youth set up in the mid-nineties. The lads discuss the rollercoaster ride of being Newcastle supporters trying to make the grade under a conveyer belt of managers, amidst behind the scenes turmoil. With untold anecdotes and contrasting endings, this is a fascinating, open and honest story when, during Mental Health Awareness week, "Living The Dream" can turn slightly sour. Please note, explicit language. If you like this show please subscribe and leave us a positive review on your platform of choice Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Charlotte and Norman are back with their alternative version of the latest football and Newcastle United news. On the agenda: Sunderland til I Die's Charlie Methven Matt Ritchie's sheep The Bundesliga returns Steve Bruce We get weird, but not as weird as normal. If you like the show please give it a positive review on Apple podcasts or which ever podcast platform you use Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Alex Hurst, Marc Corby, Simon Campbell and Adam Widdrington recorded over two hours of discussion on the only decent Premier League performance from Mike Ashley's Newcastle United Season 2011 -12 had Ryan Taylor over the wall, Demba Ba, Hatem Ben Arfa at his best, smashing Man Utd at home and of course some predictable Newcastle United terrible defeats along the way Relive Pardew's golden year with the True Faith podcast. If you like the show please leave us a positive review with a comment on you listening device Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In the 2nd of an occasional series on Unpopular Opinions discussing Newcastle United, Marc Corby is joined by Norman Riley to look at the decisions Kevin Keegan may or may not have got wrong during his time as United manager. From the purchase of Mike Hooper to the sale of Andy Cole, the lads cover a number of topics that still cause debate today. If you like this show please leave us a positive review and a comment! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Charlotte hosts Norman, Micky and Alex to discuss listener questions about a variety of NUFC topics and more. How have we filled the football shaped holes in our lives? Who is harder David Batty or Joey Barton? Our best NUFC duo's That and loads more Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

MP for Newcastle Central Chi Onwurah invited Newcastle United Supporters for an evening of feedback from supporters about the alleged takeover of the Newcastle United Supporters Trust Points of view were put across on both sides and the event was a success. George Caulkin hosted superbly and even if you don't agree with all of the opinions on display, each speaker was allowed to speak and put their point across, with respect and decency shown to all speakers. A good night for the fans of Newcastle United. Make your voice as a supporter heard by joining the Trust: https://nufctrust.co.uk/join-the-trust/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Regular host of our nostalgia podcasts Marc Corby is joined by Mick Whisson for an As it was when it was special. The lads discuss Newcastle United's 1986-87 season including the games, the fallouts, the stars and the mediocrity. And how on earth could The Mags keep Peter Beardsley on the back of his superb displays at Mexico 86? You can follow Marc @NUFC_1980_1994 and Mick @micknufc Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Alex is joined by Si, Micky, Ben Bolland & Micky to talk about the big and little things we want to see change at United There's also a chat about tickets and the likely incredible demand there'll be to get inside St James' Park if the Takeover completes and we're back inside SJP If you like this podcast you can do us a huge favour and rate the podcast 5 stars and leave a comment on Apple Podcasts Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Norman Riley chats through the supposed takeover of Newcastle United with two concerned groups. Miguel Delaney chats about covering the story, his fears over 'sports washing' and some of the human rights issues with the prospective owners. Felix Jakesen from global charity Amnesty International talks through the takeover from their perspective but also points out that Amnesty are not calling on fans to boycott games We're delighted that both Miguel and Felix have given us their time to talk to us (and by extension you) and even if you disagree with them both - we'd hate anyone to get internet abuse because of something they said on this podcast Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Alex Hurst is joined by Norman Riley and Michael Martin discuss the idea that Newcastle United fans have a responsibility to speak out against issues surrounding the domestic and foreign policy of a sovereign state. Mick covers the hypocrisy of the media on this and Norman examines how fans can be concerned about human rights abuses and still support Newcastle United If you like this podcast, please leave us a review on the platform which you're listening on Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In a new series, Marc Corby is joined by Norman Riley to chew the fat off unpopular opinions during Newcastle United modern day history. Or are they? The lads make their points, debate and narrow it down to why United didn't manage to win the Premier League in 1995-96 and also select a manager and give defence to why they feel they were sacked too early. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Alex hosts Micky and Chris as the lads discuss what is hopefully (finally?) the end of the Mike Ashley era at Newcastle United, as Amanda Staveley and the Saudi Investment Fund close in on a £300m deal for the club. What should the new owners focus on first? How should we feel about the Saudi's questionable human rights record? And just how much, and how quickly, will this change things at St James' Park? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Norm and Mike return to work their way through another of life's great mysteries - what is the best tache eleven in Premier League history? From delicate pencil goatees to the best full bodied efforts, the lads take a fine tooth comb to the evidence. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In these days of lockdown and self isolation the true faith podcast is going to bring you several podcasts looking back at some of United's (very occasionally) excellent players and rate them into a team of XI based on which the decade in which they played. Disagree with the choice? Let us know at the usual places - we're keen to hear your thoughts! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Norman chats with José Enrique about his four years on Tyneside. In four short years at the Club José played under six different managers, suffered a relegation and promotion and was a fans' player of the year. We're very grateful to José for talking with us and hope you enjoy listening to his recollections of his time at United as much as we did Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Mike and Norm are back but without any Premier League actin to cover, the lads indulge themselves. This week they conjure up an all time best long haired Premier League 11. Let's face it, without access to the barbers and hairdressers, plenty of us are going to start emulating these players pretty soon, so why not reminisce. Enjoy. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Micky hosts Norman, Chris and Ben as NUFC rack up a second away win in five days. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices