Five losses on the bounce is never easy, but this week had a very silver (and black and white) lining.

In this episode, Dave and Helen dive into a disciplined but frustrating 1-0 defeat at the Emirates. We discuss whether a narrow loss to the league leaders counts as 'progress' and why we’re still struggling to find the back of the net when it matters most

In this episode:

The Arsenal Autopsy - Did we actually look like a functional football team again? We praise the defensive shifts of Botman and Thiaw and wonder what might have been if Wissa had tucked that late chance away.

The Woltemade Drama - We address the social media storm surrounding Nick Woltemade’s Instagram bio. Was removing the club tags a sign of a summer exit, or just a 24 year old having a digital spring clean?

Sunderland Schadenfreude - The Mackems being hammered 5-0 at home by Nottingham Forest. We revel in the chaos of a four goal first half and the sight of Mackems heading for the exits before the halftime pie had even cooled down.

One of Our Own - A truly emotional look at Elliot Anderson’s week. From the heartbreak of losing his mum to scoring the fifth goal at the Stadium of Light we discuss that moving tribute and why every Geordie was cheering for him on Friday night. 🖤🤍

Brighton Preview - Looking ahead to the visit of the high flying Seagulls. With Joelinton back from suspension, is this finally the game where the 'Podcast Curse' is broken?

HWTL! 🖤🤍

Is it the 'Tooned In' curse, or are we just allergic to a clean sheet at the moment?

​Dave and Helen are back to pick through the wreckage of a demoralizing Saturday afternoon at St. James' Park. Despite Will Osula keeping his scoring streak alive, a late collapse saw Bournemouth leave with all three points, leaving the Gallowgate searching for answers.

​In this episode:

​Dissecting the Defeat: Why are we struggling to hold onto leads? We talk about the 85th-minute heartbreak and why the 'Fortress SJP' vibe has gone cold in 2026.

​The 'Curse' is Real: We address the elephant in the room; the fact that Newcastle haven't won a single game since we started this podcast. Are we the hex?

​Injury Setbacks: We react to the mystery surrounding Anthony Gordon’s hip.

​Emirates Anxiety: Looking ahead to the daunting trip to North London this Saturday. Can we really stop a flying Arsenal side without our first choice backline?

​The Summer Rumour Mill: From Anthony Gordon being linked with Liverpool to the whispers of a massive sell-to-buy summer, we reaccess who stays and who goes.

​Whether you're a Howe inner or Howe outer, join us for some much-needed black-and-white therapy.

​HWTL! 🖤🤍

Dave and Helen are back to dissect a frustrating Sunday afternoon in South London after the 2-1 defeat to Crystal Palace. We’re talking about where it went wrong, whether the 'International Break Rust' is a real thing or just a convenient excuse and all the rest of the shirt pulling drama!

But there’s no time to dwell because the Cherries are coming to St. James’ Park this Saturday so we also look ahead to the Bournemouth clash, who we notoriously never beat.

Spoiler alert, it's a moany one!

With the international break over and 7 games left to play, Dave and Helen get their crystal balls out and discuss how they think the rest of the season will pan out.

- Is Eddie Howe's job really in jeopardy?

- Can we dare to dream of European football next season?

- Who do we think the summer movers and shakers will be?

- What does Dave think about Chelsea?

- How many times can Helen mention Jacob Murphy?

As usual, opinions are divided in the Tooned In studio (except perhaps over our love for a certain Brazilian captain). Do you agree with our predictions? Let us know in the comments!

Forget the xG, the clean sheets, and the transfer values. Dave and Helen are throwing the rulebook out of the window.

We aren't picking the statistically 'best' Newcastle United eleven of all time. We’re picking *our* eleven. The players who made us fall in love with the club, the ones who had the best goal celebrations, and the cult heroes who might not have won a Balon d'Or but definitely won a place in our hearts

Join us as we argue, reminisce, and inevitably leave out someone’s favorite player.

In this episode, Dave and Helen take a trip down a very crowded memory lane to mark the first anniversary of the Newcastle United Carabao Cup Bus Parade.

It wasn't just about a trophy, it was about a city finally finding something to shout about again. We’re looking back at:

* The Atmosphere: That incredible sea of black and white stretching from St James Park to the Town Moor.

* The Players: Seeing the lads soak in the Geordie love

* Who we saw on our side of the bus and whether Helen was happy with that or not

Whether you were hanging off a lamppost for a better view or waiting on the Moor so a glimpse of the boys, this one is for the fans who proved that Newcastle United is well and truly back.

Brace yourselves, Mags! In this episode, Dave and Helen dive head first into the beautiful, chaotic, and (more recently) heartbreaking world of the Tyne-Wear Derby. After a weekend that left the Gallowgate reeling, we’re stripping back the stats to talk about what this fixture really feels like.

What’s inside:

* The Post-Match Therapy Session: We break down that 90th-minute heartbreaker and the 'Daylight Brobbery' at St. James'.

* The Mackem Slayer: A tribute to Shola Ameobi and why he owned the red and white defense.

* Horse Punching & Tactical Suicides: We revisit the infamous Barry Rogerson incident and the rain-soaked night Ruud Gullit benched Shearer and Big Dunc.

* Global Grudges: How does our rivalry stack up against the Old Firm, the Merseyside Derby, and if Helen were from Manchester, would she be red or blue?

It’s raw, it’s passionate, and, given the result, there’s a fair bit of industrial language in this one. You’ve been warned!

One year on from that unforgettable day at Wembley, Dave and Helen relive the magic of the Carabao Cup victory that ended the 70-year wait. From the pre-match nerves to the absolute scenes at the final whistle, they share their personal stories of where they were, how they felt during those 90 minutes, and what it’s meant for the city ever since. It’s an episode packed with pure Geordie emotion and celebratory vibes, so grab a drink, reminisce with us, and Stay Tooned In!