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Black & White is a weekly podcast by Arab News that covers all things Newcastle United.

It’s Episode 25 of Black & White and there is more good news for Newcastle United after a narrow 1-0 win over Wolves edged Eddie Howe’s men closer to safety. Former Magpies star Gavin Peacock talks to host Geordie Pete Redding and Arab News Sports Editor Ali Khaled about the transformation of the club under the new regime and manager and the similarities with his time playing for Kevin Keegan, as well as about his new book. And we look forward to what could be another big night at St James’ Park as Newcastle take on Leicester City on Sunday.

Black & White is a weekly podcast by Arab News that covers all things Newcastle United.

Episode 24 of Black & White sees host Geordie Pete Redding and Arab News Sports Editor Ali Khaled discuss Newcastle United’s three-match losing streak and look ahead to an important clash against Wolves at St James’ Park. Also on the agenda are Eddie Howe’s defensive troubles, the enigma that is Allan Saint-Maximin and the 2022 World Cup draw.

Black & White is a weekly podcast by Arab News that covers all things Newcastle United.

Episode 23 of Black and White sees host Geordie Pete Redding and Arab News Sports Editor Ali Khaled welcome former Tottenham defender Pascal Chimbonda, who previews Newcastle United’s vital visit to his former club as Premier League action resumes following the international break. Chimbonda also talks about the work of his organization, PC 39, which helps young footballers gain a strong education as they follow their professional dreams and even in the unfortunate circumstances of being released by their clubs. And about playing for Roy Keane.

In the is episode of the Mayman Show we speak to American English instructor Mark Ortiz, who has spent the last 35 years living in Saudi Arabia and teaching generations of Saudis the English language. We speak about social reforms in the history of the US and Saudi Arabia. 

Black & White is a weekly podcast by Arab News that covers all things Newcastle United.

Episode 22 of Black & White, host Geordie Pete Redding and Arab News Sports Editor Ali Khaled are joined by North East boxing legend and Newcastle United fan Glenn McCrory, who talks about becoming his beloved city’s only world champion, getting in the ring with Mike Tyson, and how he almost became a footballer. Also under discussion are Newcastle’s trip to Dubai, resumption of Premier League action next week, and why, despite recent defeats, the future looks bright for Eddie Howe’s team.

In this episode of the Mayman Show we catch up with Pia Budde, a German Hitchhiker as she discusses how she made her journey from Europe to the Middle East by hitchhiking, and the adventures she faced.

Black & White is a weekly podcast by Arab News that covers all things Newcastle United.

Episode 21 of Black & White welcomes Newcastle United goalkeeping legend Shaka Hislop who talks about playing for  Kevin Keegan’s entertainers and being given the freedom of the city for his anti-racism work in the community. Meanwhile host Geordie Pete Redding and Arab News Sports Editor Ali Khaled look back at Newcastle’s tough night at Goodison Park, and what the late losses to Frank Lampard’s Everton, and earlier last week, to Chelsea, mean to the club’s survival chances.

In this Episode of the Mayman Show we speak with Brandie Janow, an American Designer living in Saudi Arabia, about the design scene, coffee, and culture.

Black & White is a weekly podcast by Arab News that covers all things Newcastle United.

In Episode 20 of Black & White, host Geordie Peter Redding and Arab News Sports Editor Ali Khaled are joined by Dubai-based founding and interim chair of the Newcastle United Supporter's Trust to discuss the latest win over Brighton, Eddie Howe’s tactical transformation of the team and the role that fans have played in the Magpies revival. And of course, the magic of Bruno Guimaeres.

In this episode of the Mayman Show we speak with Todd Albert Nims, a Saudi-born American Creative Director & filmmaker heavily involved in the Gulf region's cinema and entertainment development about the beginnings of the industry in Saudi Arabia and its current untapped potential.