Episodes
For the first time ever the UTD podcast has been filmed in front of a live audience! We're back in Malta but this time we've got the whole gang together plus our special guest Mike Phelan. Back in early February Sam, Helen & Maysie were invited by the supporters' club to celebrate their 65th anniversary and they had plenty of activities planned for us. Thank you to everyone at the Manchester United Supporters' Club Malta for your hospitality. Mike Phelan has been on the UTD podcast before...
Published 04/17/24
Marouane Fellaini, who was Manchester United’s first major signing of the post-Sir Alex Ferguson era, sat down with Helen Evans and Sam Homewood to discuss his journey with the Reds between 2013 and 2019. The Belgium international, who announced his retirement from football in February 2024, admits his first season at the club was ‘the worst of his career’, but highlights his hard work and dedication in recovering to become a vital contributor to trophy wins under Louis van Gaal and Jose...
Published 04/02/24
Sam, Helen and Maysie are back at Carrington to speak to Emma Watson. The Scot joined United from Rangers in the summer of 2023 at the young age of 17 but unfortunately suffered an ACL injury while on international duty, shortly after signing. She opens up about how she is coping with this difficult stage in her career and what her future ambitions are, and believe us, she has big ambitions!   Emma’s career is still in its infancy, but that hasn’t stopped her tasting success. She’s a Scotland...
Published 03/26/24
This week Sam, Helen and Maysie are moving into politics. They were invited to the Greater Manchester Combined Authority to speak to the Mayor of Greater Manchester, Andy Burnham! Andy is a huge football fan and an ambassador for the city of Manchester. Although he is an Everton fan, we talk about how his day job is heavily influenced by Manchester United and we explore his relationship with the club. Did you know that Andy's father attended the first game at Old Trafford after the Munich air...
Published 03/08/24
It's happened, we've got him! Lady Evans is joined by Mr Evans MBE on the Manchester United podcast! This episode was recorded in two parts, the first at the Evans household, before we catch up at Carrington to discuss the fact that the defender is now back at the club, after re-signing in the summer.   No ground is left uncovered with the Northern Irishman, from his early days as a supporter and memories of celebrating in the street when his heroes won the Treble. There is some chat around...
Published 02/27/24
It's happened, we've got him! Lady Evans is joined by Mr Evans MBE on the Manchester United podcast! This episode was recorded in two parts, the first at the Evans household, before we catch up at Carrington to discuss the fact that the defender is now back at the club, after re-signing in the summer.   No ground is left uncovered with the Northern Irishman, from his early days as a supporter and memories of celebrating in the street when his heroes won the Treble. There is some chat around...
Published 02/21/24
Sam, Helen & Maysie will be back with another interview soon but in the meantime, Mark Sullivan was in the Megastore yesterday for the latest episode of The Debate, with guests David May, Danny Webber and Carl Anka from The Athletic. For a limited time only you can listen to this show as a podcast! The guys were celebrating the launch of the new clothing collaboration between Stone Roses, Manchester United and Adidas. You can check it out here at United Direct. Topics Our next opponents...
Published 02/09/24
As we commemorate the 66th anniversary of the Munich Air Disaster, we have delved into the archives to present a special episode of the Manchester United podcast. In 1998, 40 years after the tragedy, journalist and author Tom Tyrrell spent time with Jackie Blanchflower, Bill Foulkes and Albert Scanlon, Busby Babes and survivors from that fateful day. They spoke about the wonderful and ground-breaking team they played in, the events of February 6th, 1958, the aftermath and how it made...
Published 02/05/24
Mark Sullivan presented yesterday’s show from the Megastore with guests Wes Brown, Ben Thornley, Samuel Luckhurst from The MEN and Neil Custis from The Sun.   Zarah was also in the Megastore asking today’s Killer Question – Who is United’s best ever goalkeeper? For a limited time only, you can listen to the show here as a podcast! Topics Newport reactionLooking ahead to Wolves and West HamUnited's best ever GoalkeeperRound up of all our teams Did you know that you can watch The Debate early,...
Published 01/30/24
Mark Sullivan presented Tuesday’s show from the Megastore with guests David May, Quinton Fortune, Laurie Whitwell and Simon Peach.   Zarah was also in the Megastore asking today’s Killer Question – Who is United’s best Academy graduate, a question which was also posed to darts sensation Luke Littler at training. For a limited time only you can listen to this show as a podcast! Topics Quinton Fortune's time working in MexicoUnited players at AFCONPlayers returning from winter break and going...
Published 01/25/24
Welcome to another Manchester United podcast. This time we're in Malta with Dimitar Berbatov! In this episode we learn about this football loving country and why it has such strong links to English football and Manchester United. We visit the famous Manchester United Supporters' Club Malta (the oldest in the world) to watch a match and meet the people that make it so special. We also learn about domestic football in Malta with Hibernians and Malta national team player Bjorn Kristensen. Thank...
Published 01/23/24
Mark Sullivan presented yesterday’s show from the Megastore with guests Alex Bruce, Wes Brown and BBC journalist Simon Stone.   Zarah was also in the Megastore asking today’s Killer Question – Who is United’s best every January signing? For a limited time only, you can listen to the show here as a podcast! Topics Alex Bruce at Macclesfield Spurs reviewLooking forward to Newport County in the FA CupWomen's team FIFA awards Did you know that you can watch The Debate early, here on the MUTV You...
Published 01/18/24
To kick off 2024 Sam, Helen & Maysie catch up with former Red and Northern Ireland international Pat McGibbon. Pat has an important story to tell, particularly at a time of year when a lot of people struggle with their mental health. Not long after joining United as a teenager, Pat learnt the tragic news of his brother Phillip taking his own life, which is something Pat hasn't spoken about until recently. He has begun to speak publicly about mental health issues, with the aim of...
Published 01/16/24
Mark Sullivan presented yesterday’s show from the Megastore with guests David May, Ben Thornley, James Ducker from The Telegraph and David McDonnell from The Mirror.   Ben was also in the Megastore asking today’s Killer Question – Which United player past or present would you choose to score a penalty if your life depended on it? For a limited time only, you can listen to the show here as a podcast! Topics New training kit available hereFA Cup Wigan reviewGarnacho's formFranz Beckenbauer Did...
Published 01/10/24
Mark Sullivan presented yesterday’s show from the Megastore with guests Danny Webber, Wes Brown and from Talk of the Devils Podcast we had Ian Irving and Rob Dawson from ESPN.   Zarah was also in the Megastore asking today’s Killer Question – Who would you sign in January if money was no object? For a limited time only, you can listen to the show here as a podcast! Topics Nottingham Forest reactionThe January transfer windowA winter breakFA Cup Wigan preview Did you know that you can watch...
Published 01/03/24
Mark Sullivan presented yesterday’s show from the Megastore with former Reds Ben Thornley and David May, The Sun’s Neil Custis and Carl Anka of The Athletic.   Zarah was also in the Megastore asking today’s Killer Question - Who has been United’s best player of 2023? Topics Aston Villa reactionUnited's best goals of 2023Nottingham Forest preview Did you know that you can watch The Debate early, here on the MUTV The Official Manchester United App is also the best place to get close to the...
Published 12/29/23
With 2023 drawing to a close, Helen, Sam & Maysie look back on another top year of podcasting! They relive their favourite moments, laugh at some behind the scenes stories and are surprised by some Christmas messages from you, our listeners! You continue to prove that the Manchester United family is very special. Thank you! Merry Christmas / and a Happy New Year to everyone. We will see you in 2024! The best place to catch up on the back-catalogue of our interviews is over on...
Published 12/20/23
Mark Sullivan presented yesterday’s show from the Megastore with guests Ben Thornley, Danny Webber and from Talk of the Devils Podcast/United We Stand Fanzine, we had Andy Mitten and Carl Anka. For a limited time only, you can listen to the show here as a podcast!   Zarah was also in the Megastore asking today’s Killer Question – Who will finish top goal scorer this season? Topics Chelsea reactionAndy Mitten's interview with Erik ten HagHarry Maguire's excellent form You can get your...
Published 12/08/23
Liam Bradford presented yesterday’s show from the Megastore with guests David May, Lou Macari and from Talk of the Devils Podcast/The Athletic, we had Ian Irving and Laurie Whitwell.   Zarah was also in the Megastore asking today’s Killer Question, what is the best goal you've ever seen live? Topics Galatasaray ReactionPlayer of the MonthGoal of the MonthNewcastle Preview Did you know that you can watch The Debate early, here on the MUTV The Official Manchester United App is also the best...
Published 12/01/23
Liam Bradford presented Tuesday’s show from the Megastore with guests Danny Webber, David May and Neil Custis from The Sun. Ben Ibson was also in the Megastore asking today’s Killer Question; Which other player has had a similar impact to Eric Cantona? Topics Reaction to our women's defeat at Old TraffordReds on international dutyMost hostile football stadiumsEverton preview You can get your Manchester United Christmas jumpers here. Did you know that you can watch The Debate early, here on...
Published 11/23/23
Diogo is back on the United podcast! Sam, Helen & Maysie caught up with him at Carrington to talk about his impressive rise to the first team. Last time Diogo was on the podcast, it was early 2020 and he was breaking into the first team, now he's a regular! We had a lot to chat about. Diogo tells us how he never gave up on becoming a regular first team player and now wants to help other players coming through. The timing of this interview was perfect as it was just after his amazing...
Published 11/21/23
Mark Sullivan presented yesterday’s show from the Megastore with guests Wes Brown, David May, James Robson from Associated Press and Ian Irving from Premier League Productions / Talk of the Devils podcast. Topics Do United deserve more credit?The impact of our injury list so far this seasonCan United's women break another attendance record against City this weekend?Killer question - Is Peter Schmeichel our greatest ever GK?Killer question - Is Paul Scholes our greatest ever midfielder?Adidas...
Published 11/16/23
This week on the Manchester United podcast, Sam Homewood and David May are at Carrington with GK Altay Bayindir. Yet to make an appearance for the first team, this is the perfect opportunity to get to know our new goalkeeper, and what a funny conversation it was! Altay arrived at Old Trafford with 166 career appearances and 53 clean sheets to his name, becoming Manchester United's first-ever Turkish player. He signed for United in the summer 2023 transfer window, completing his move from...
Published 11/01/23
Welcome to a special episode of the Manchester United podcast. Today we commemorate one of our most beloved sons, Sir Bobby Charlton, who passed away last weekend at the age of 86.   There are no superlatives worthy of describing just how much Sir Bobby’s contribution to the club is valued and similarly, there are no words to articulate just how profound and sad this loss is to everyone associated with Manchester United.   In this episode Sam, Helen & Maysie present a selection of their...
Published 10/27/23