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185 episodes - English - Latest episode: about 4 years ago - ★★★★★ - 2 ratingsGazetteBoro brings you the best news and views about Middlesbrough FC from The Gazette.
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Assombalonga vs Gestede & if Boro have improved under Tony Pulis
February 16, 2018 18:09 - 24 minutesPhilip Tallentire is joined by Anthony Vickers and Chris Garbutt to preview Boro's trip to Cardiff City and assess the team's development under Tony Pulis For information regarding your data privacy, visit acast.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
The Tripe Supper: Strikers, Jack Harrison & whether Middlesbrough's focus has already shifted to next season
February 09, 2018 16:25 - 38 minutesAfter all the summer investment in bolstering the forward line, there seemed little chance of Boro coming up short in front of goal this season.But of late, that's what's let the side down. After Martin Braithwaite and Ashley Fletcher left on loan in January and with Patrick Bamford being used on the left, it seems a straight shoot-out between Britt Assombalonga and Rudy Gestede to lead the line. So who gets the nod?Where Assombalonga is concerned, what does the future hold? Can the striker m...
Has the January transfer window left Boro stronger or weaker?
February 02, 2018 15:50 - 25 minutesDominic Shaw is joined by Anthony Vickers and Philip Tallentire to look back on a dramatic end to the winter window - but is the squad at Tony Pulis' disposal stronger than it was at the beginning of the month? For information regarding your data privacy, visit acast.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Martin Braithwaite's future, Adama Traore's form & what to expect before January deadline
January 25, 2018 15:49 - 26 minutesDominic Shaw is joined by Anthony Vickers and guest Chris Garbutt for the latest on all things Boro For information regarding your data privacy, visit acast.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Archive interview: Juninho - part 2
January 12, 2018 14:15 - 40 minutesJuninho enjoyed three spells with Middlesbrough and it’s fair to say it was an exciting time for the club.The Little Fella played in three cups finals for Boro – plus a replay – and was part of the team that lifted the club’s first major honour.In the second part of Philip Tallentire’s exclusive interview with Juninho, the Brazilian playmaker looks back on his time with Boro following his highly-publicised arrival in October 1995.He admits he found it hard to adjust to the North-east climate ...
The Tripe Supper: Pulis's behind the scenes Middlesbrough remit and Aitor Karanka's Nottingham Forest challenge
January 09, 2018 16:56 - 28 minutesThere was plenty on the agenda in the latest Tripe Supper Boro podcast.As well as looking back on the derby win over Sunderland, the lads discussed the FA Cup fourth round draw, Pulis's off-the-pitch remit and the appointment of Aitor Karanka at Nottingham Forest.Dominic Shaw was joined by Philip Tallentire and Anthony Vickers for this bumper subject podcast.Our writers start by discussing what the win over Sunderland told us about Boro under Pulis and finished by assessing former manager Kar...
Tripe Supper: The early days of Pulis' tenure and signs of what to expect in future
January 05, 2018 17:02 - 24 minutesWe're not quite two weeks into Tony Pulis' Boro reign but he's already has two games in charge and set about stamping his authority in the squad.So what are the early impressions of Pulis?Dominic Shaw is joined by our Boro editor Philip Tallentire and season ticket holder Chris Garbutt to discuss the very early stages of the new manager's time in charge.They also discuss players who are likely to feature heavily in the coming weeks and months and those who look set for a spell on the fringes....
The Tripe Supper: The reasons behind Monk's departure and Tony Pulis' appointment
December 27, 2017 16:14 - 33 minutesIt's been a rather frantic few days at the Riverside.Six points on the pitch, a sacking and an appointment off it.While Garry Monk's departure wasn't a complete shock, the timing caught fans by surprise. So why did Steve Gibson choose to fire the 38-year-old? And is there anything in the rumours that Monk could return to former club Swansea City?As for Pulis, was he the only candidate to replace Monk?Dominic Shaw is joined by Philip Tallentire and Anthony Vickers for our latest Tripe Supper p...
The reasons for Boro's defensive collapse, Monk's uncomfortable position & importance of the next 4 games
December 19, 2017 13:48 - 31 minutesJonathon Taylor is joined by Philip Tallentire and Anthony Vickers to discuss Boro's defeat at Millwall, Garry Monk's uncomfortable position & the importance of the next four games - starting at Sheffield Wednesday this weekend For information regarding your data privacy, visit acast.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
First names on Monk's teamsheet & will Boro be braced for January interest in fringe figures?
December 12, 2017 16:59 - 32 minutesStewart Downing and Grant Leadbitter both received standing ovations as they made way against Ipswich Town - so should the pair be among the first names on the Boro teamsheet?Who else is a must-start in Monk's XI?That's discussed on this week's Tripe Supper podcast, with Dominic Shaw, Philip Tallentire and Anthony Vickers.There's also a little bit of talk about transfers - obviously - and whether Boro will be braced for interest in their out of favour figures once the window opens. For infor...
Archive interview: Juninho - part 1
December 08, 2017 16:20 - 39 minutesJuninho has a special relationship with Teesside and the Middlesbrough supporters.When Boro signed him in 1995, the Little Fella was the South American Player of the Year.It was the equivalent of Huddersfield signing Neymar at the start of the this season.In fact, it was far more significant than that because English clubs rarely signed South Americans in those days, especially Brazilian internationals.Most squads were made up of British and Irish players with a smattering of Scandinavians.Bo...
The Tripe Supper: How has it got to this stage so quickly for Monk?
December 04, 2017 16:40 - 22 minutesThe season is only 20 games old but Garry Monk is a man under pressure.So how has it got to this stage so quickly for the Boro boss? And how does he turn it round?Dominic Shaw, Jonathon Taylor and Anthony Vickers discuss Monk's future on this week's podcast.What will be going through Steve Gibson's mind at this stage? And what mitigation can Monk plead at this stage of the campaign? For information regarding your data privacy, visit acast.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit m...
Alan Peacock feature interview
December 01, 2017 16:43 - 44 minutesAlan Peacock is a Middlesbrough legend.Born and raised in the town 80 years ago, he played for the club he supported as a lad with great distinction.His strike partnership with the prolific Brian Clough was hugely successful and when the latter moved up the A19 to Sunderland, Peacock took over the chief goalscoring duties, finishing Boro’s top scorer for two successive seasons.He won an England call-up and travelled to the 1962 World Cup, staying with the squad in the less than salubrious sur...
Tripe Supper: The increasing pressure on Monk and Middlesbrough
December 01, 2017 10:23 - 19 minutesThe midway point of the season moves ever closer and Middlesbrough are still searching for a winning blend.Just when it looks like Garry Monk has found a successful formula, his team suffers a set-back, the latest being the calamitous home loss to Derby.That’s ramped up the pressure ahead of Saturday’s televised fixture against Bristol City at Ashton Gate.In the latest episode of the Tripe Supper podcast, Philip Tallentire and Anthony Vickers discuss the big issues Monk must address.He has to...
Phil Stamp feature interview
November 24, 2017 12:47 - 1 hourPhil Stamp played for four different Boro managers and they all clearly rated his natural ability.Yet, despite enjoying 10 seasons either in, or on the fringes of the first team squad, he only made 116 appearances before joining Hearts in 2002.There were three reasons for that. Firstly, he was incredibly young when Lennie Lawrence gave him his debut as a promising 17-year-old in October 1993.Secondly he suffered more than his fair share of injuries and, thirdly, he was battling for a place wh...
Previewing Garry Monk's Leeds return & how Boro can take advantage at Elland Road
November 15, 2017 15:22 - 17 minutesDominic Shaw is joined by Philip Tallentire & Jonathon Taylor to preview Boro's Championship game at Leeds For information regarding your data privacy, visit acast.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Tripe Supper 2: Braithwaite's impact, battle for fringe players & sporting films
November 11, 2017 11:19 - 18 minutesWhat to do on the Saturday afternoon of an international break?Well to help pass the time, here's our latest helping of Tripe 2, an offbeat chat about the Boro, obviously, and a few other subjects.This week the lads talk Martin Braithwaite, the Danish international who's impressed in recent weeks for Boro since returning from his injury.The battle for the fringe forwards to get back in the team is also discussed, while Dominic Shaw, Philip Tallentire and Anthony Vickers also wander down the r...
Stuart Ripley feature interview
November 10, 2017 11:21 - 1 hourBrucie Rioch’s babes were also occasionally described as Brucie’s blond bombshells.That’s because several key members of that promotion winning side boasted fair hair.For some, the colour came from a bottle, but Stuart Ripley was the real deal.The sight of the powerfully-built blond haired winger racing down the wing was something to behold.The Middlesbrough-born winger made the short journey from the Ayresome Park terraces to the pitch and was a fans’ favourite, helping the club to win back-...
The Tripe Supper: Three wins - but there's a lot more to come from this Boro team
November 07, 2017 16:22 - 25 minutesBoro are up to fifth in the Championship table after three wins on the bounce - but there's a lot more to come from Garry Monk's side.So says The Gazette's Boro Editor Philip Tallentire in the latest Tripe Supper podcast.He feels Boro are still some way short of hitting full flow this season.Anthony Vickers stresses the importance of Monk settling on a favoured formation, while our writers also discuss the players who had a big impact in the games against Reading, Hull and Sunderland.George F...
Robbie Stockdale feature interview
November 02, 2017 14:56 - 38 minutesRobbie Stockdale will have to make sure he doesn’t walk through the wrong dressing room door when he visits the Riverside Stadium on Sunday.The 37-year-old Teessider made more than 70 league appearances for Middlesbrough after graduating from the club’s academy.Now he’ll be plotting Boro’s downfall as Sunderland’s new joint-caretaker manager alongside Billy McKinley.Prior to Tuesday’s eventful home encounter with Bolton at the Stadium of Light, Stockdale sat down with The Gazette's Boro edito...
What's changed for Boro and how do they sustain good form moving forward?
November 01, 2017 15:12 - 21 minutesSix points out of six!Suddenly, the season is looking up for Boro after two consecutive successes on the road.So what's changed? How have Boro got their season back on track? And most importantly, how do they sustain this form moving forward?Dominic Shaw is joined by Anthony Vickers and Jonathon Taylor for a Tripe Supper looking back on Boro's victories at Reading and Hull and ahead to the visit of Sunderland on Sunday. For information regarding your data privacy, visit acast.com/privacy Lea...
Monk's relationship with Boro fans, arresting the slump & Bournemouth preview
October 23, 2017 14:26 - 23 minutesAfter Saturday's defeat to Cardiff, Anthony Vickers and Chris Garbutt join Jonathon Taylor to sift through the wreckage and look ahead to Boro's Carabao Cup game at Bournemouth For information regarding your data privacy, visit acast.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Colin Cooper feature interview
October 23, 2017 11:22 - 39 minutesColin Cooper is something of a Middlesbrough legend.A member of the team that rose from the ashes to win back-to-back promotions in 1987 and 1988 under Bruce Rioch, the 50-year-old is now an England Under-21 coach.He was a Boro player when they were at their lowest ebb – 1986’s liquidation – and when they were at their peak – the 2004 League Cup final in Cardiff.He’s worn the red shirt at a crumbling Ayresome Park and in the modern surroundings of the Riverside Stadium.Cooper has been a reser...
The Tripe Supper: Focus on Fabio & how he played his way into Garry Monk's Middlesbrough XI
October 20, 2017 16:20 - 23 minutesFabio has fond memories of Boro vs Cardiff after scoring an absolute thunderbolt at the Riverside back in Feburary of 2016.That, though, was for the Bluebirds, before he completed his switch to Teesside later that year.The Brazilian has proved himself to be a very shrewd signing for Boro, offering versatility in the backline.And of late, he's established himself as Garry Monk's first choice left-back.So how did the former Manchester United man play his way into Monk's starting XI? What are hi...
Matthew Bates feature interview
October 13, 2017 12:04 - 26 minutesIt’s hard to believe Matthew Bates is only 30-years-old.The former Middlesbrough defender has enjoyed an eventful career full of ups and downs.And in a new, exclusive interview with Gazette Boro Editor Philip Tallentire, he looks back over his career and also looks ahead to the future.Currently a member of Craig Harrison’s coaching staff at Hartlepool, Bates was a member of the Middlesbrough team that won the FA Youth Cup final in 2004 and he made his Premier League debut at the tender age of...
The Tripe Supper 2: Deputy keepers, sporting occasions & Boro's audacious transfer swoops of the past
October 06, 2017 16:07 - 31 minutesRemember when Boro were linked with Roberto Carlos and Rivaldo?And Dani and Flavio Conceicao.Our writers look back at some audacious transfer swoops of the past in this weekend's Tripe 2.But first it's deputy keepers.Mark Schwarzer celebrated his 45th birthday on Friday and while the Big Aussie was a long-time No.1, Boro have had their fair share of blink-and-you-miss-them deputy stoppers in the past.Finally, with Tripe 2 regularly strolling slightly off topic, Dominic Shaw, Anthony Vickers a...
The Tripe Supper: Is Boro's league position fair reflection of performances so far?
October 04, 2017 15:27 - 23 minutesIs Boro's league position a fair reflection of performances in the first 11 games of the season?And how long should it take a side to click?Those two questions are discussed in our latest Boro podcast, as our writers reflect on the start to the season and look ahead to some crucial fixtures after the international break.Dominic Shaw is joined by Anthony Vickers and Philip Tallentire for this week's podcast, which also touches on Britt Assombalonga's start to life as a Boro player and Martin B...
Tripe Supper 2: Boro wonder goals, the international break & The Apprentice
October 01, 2017 05:00 - 26 minutesJonathon Taylor is joined by Philip Tallentire & Anthony Vickers for a wider look at Boro, football & beyond For information regarding your data privacy, visit acast.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
The Tripe Supper: Left-back battle and Christie's early season form
September 25, 2017 16:29 - 25 minutesCyrus Christie notched his first Boro goal at the weekend and snatched a crucial point at Fulham in the process.It's been an impressive start to the season for the Republic of Ireland international, who's made the right-back spot his own since his summer move from Preston.But what about over at left-back?George Friend has lost his place in the side to Fabio of late and faces a battle to get back in the XI when both players are fit.Our writers talk Friend and Fabio and discuss Christie's early...
The Tripe Supper: Goals! Boro's wealth of attacking options - and the subsequent challenges for Monk
September 22, 2017 09:53 - 23 minutesGoals, goals, goals!Since the international break, Boro have had five different scorers in four games.Sharing the goals can obviously only benefit the side going forwards, but it also emphasises Monk's challenge as he bids to get the best out of all his attacking players - and to keep them all happy.Our writers talk attackers in this week's podcast, touching on Britt Assombalonga's impact and discussing the Patrick Bamford dilemma. For information regarding your data privacy, visit acast.com...
Contenders to replace Traore, QPR preview & Monk's refreshing approach
September 15, 2017 12:41 - 31 minutesPhilip Tallentire & Jonathon Taylor look ahead to Saturday's game at QPR and reflect on Boro's draw at Aston Villa For information regarding your data privacy, visit acast.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Adama Traore's masterclass, Aston Villa preview & Albert Adomah memories
September 11, 2017 14:31 - 26 minutesAnthony Vickers and Jonathon Taylor reflect on Boro's win at Bolton & look ahead to Tuesday's trip to Villa Park For information regarding your data privacy, visit acast.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
The Tripe Supper: Monk's spoilt for choice at the back!
September 06, 2017 15:55 - 27 minutesIt's a defender special on this week's Tripe Supper as Middlesbrough boss Garry Monk weighs up his centre-back options ahead of Saturday's trip to Bolton.The arrival of Ryan Shotton before Deadline Day further stocked an already-strong department, and the big challenge for Monk will now be to determine the best centre-back partner (or partners) for Ben Gibson.Will Boro's best system during a hectic September include three central defenders, or just the two? We'll soon find out - but with Dael...
Assessing Middlesbrough's transfer window, Monk's challenge & the key players this season
September 01, 2017 16:14 - 21 minutesTransfer talk now takes a back seat for a few months - and the true challenge for Garry Monk begins as he looks to find that winning formula.Middlesbrough have enjoyed a solid if not spectacular start to life back in the Championship, picking up seven points from their opening five matches.And while the international break allows everyone time to draw breath after a pulsating opening month of the season, the hard work is just about to start as Boro look to hit the ground running and build mom...
The Tripe Supper: Rudy's role at Boro and how will Monk approach cup game?
August 21, 2017 16:07 - 17 minutesLeeds United wasted no time in trying to sign Chris Wood's replacement - coming knocking on Boro's door with a bid for Rudy Gestede, which was rejected.The striker has played a key role in the first few weeks of the season, starting the last three games on the bounce for Garry Monk's men.So what does he offer the side? Dominic Shaw is joined by Anthony Vickers and Jonathon Taylor for our latest podcast, discussing Gestede and the defeat to Nottingham Forest and looking ahead to the cup visit ...
The Tripe Supper: Traore debate, Assombalonga's early impact & Nottingham Forest preview
August 18, 2017 11:26 - 30 minutesBoro got their Championship season up and running with two wins in quick succession on home turf.Next up, Forest and Britt Assombalonga's first return to the City Ground.Our writers discuss the striker's summer switch to Boro and the impact he's made in his early days on Teesside.Dominic Shaw, Jonathon Taylor and Philip Tallentire also talk Adama Traore, who came off the bench against Burton in midweek.What does the future hold for the winger?A series of other subjects are also discussed, inc...
Gestede's reminder, Bamford's importance & Burton Albion preview
August 14, 2017 11:41 - 26 minutesWe look back at Boro's win over Sheffield United in Garry Monk's first competitive home game in charge For information regarding your data privacy, visit acast.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
The Tripe Supper: Wolves reaction & promotion race predictions
August 07, 2017 11:42 - 23 minutesThe first Tripe of the 2017/18 season!Dominic Shaw is joined by Philip Tallentire, Jonathon Taylor and Anthony Vickers as our writers reflect on the opening day defeat to Wolves.They discuss the talking points to come out of the game, including Garry Monk's attacking dilemma.Britt Assombalonga's debut is analysed and the midfield assessed.Given it's the first podcast of the season, our writers also have a punt at their promotion race predictions. For information regarding your data privacy, ...
Tripe Supper: What has pre-season told us about Boro so far?
July 21, 2017 14:39 - 23 minutesThree games into the summer - so what have we learnt about Garry Monk's Boro so far?The boss has seen his side win one and draw two of their opening three friendlies, opting for a 4-2-3-1 system in each game and taking a closer look at senior figures as well as promising youngsters.So we can pick out any first team clues from what we've seen so far? And who has caught the eye as Boro build-up to the upcoming Championship campaign.Dominic Shaw was joined by Anthony Vickers and Jonathon Taylor ...
The Tripe Supper: De Roon's annual appraisal and what does the future hold?
July 04, 2017 14:48 - 26 minutesIt was a year ago today when Middlesbrough completed the signing of Marten de Roon.So 12 months down the line, what's the verdict on the Dutch midfielder?And with speculation mounting surrounding supposed interest from Italy - and even talk of Manchester United - what does the future hold for the 26-year-old.Dominic Shaw is joined by Anthony Vickers, Jonathon Taylor and Philip Tallentire for this week's podcast. For information regarding your data privacy, visit acast.com/privacy Learn more ...
The Tripe Supper 2: Goalkeeping figures of love and hate, dream festival headliners and more
June 30, 2017 14:35 - 30 minutesTry out the first edition of The Tripe Supper 2 for FREE!Soon to become part of the offering for Gazette Boro subscribers, this extra serving of Tripe features your topic suggestions and... whisper it is about more than just football. This week we discuss Glastonbury and dream festival headliners but not before Dimi's new contract has been dissected and Anthony Vickers pigeonholes goalkeepers into figures of love and hate. There's also time to discuss first impressions of new Boro managers wh...
Tripe Supper special with football author Michael Calvin on Garry Monk
June 29, 2017 10:37 - 28 minutesMichael Calvin's Living on the Volcano featured an in-depth interview with the new Boro boss while he was at Swansea. Dominic Shaw caught up with Calvin to speak to him in depth about his time with Monk and find out more about his suitability for Boro. The book was shortlisted for the William Hill Sports Book of the Year award in 2015. For information regarding your data privacy, visit acast.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Garry Monk: The right fit for Boro?
June 09, 2017 14:38 - 24 minutesDominic Shaw is joined by Philip Tallentire & Jonathon Taylor to discuss Boro's appointment of Garry Monk as manager For information regarding your data privacy, visit acast.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
The Tripe Supper: 'Getting the right man is far more important than making a quick appointment'
June 02, 2017 20:51 - 18 minutesAs things stand we don't know who will be in charge of Boro next season.So when will we know? And is there a rush to get the new manager in?Dominic Shaw is joined by Anthony Vickers and Jonathon Taylor to discuss the potential timescale of the appointment and whether or not Boro need to act soon.Anthony Vickers says the priority is making sure Steve Gibson appoints the right man, not that he appoints the first available candidate. And that the most important thing is that there's a new man in...
Reflecting on Boro's Premier League campaign & Liverpool preview
May 19, 2017 15:48 - 25 minutesDominic Shaw is joined by Anthony Vickers and Jonathon Taylor to look back on the 2016/17 season & preview the final day match at Anfield For information regarding your data privacy, visit acast.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
What kind of manager will Steve Gibson be looking for this summer?
May 16, 2017 15:25 - 20 minutesMuch has been made of Middlesbrough chairman Steve Gibson's BBC Tees interview at the weekend in which he vowed to "smash the league" next season.The Boro chief labelled this season as a "collective failure" and conceded change was needed "at all aspects of the club" this summer to ensure the Riverside hosts Premier League football again in August 2018.Gibson's comments have cast doubt over Steve Agnew's long-term future - with a suggestion that he is exploring the possibility of an external ...
Discussing Middlesbrough's relegation, Steve Agnew's future & what next
May 09, 2017 16:18 - 24 minutesSo Middlesbrough are down - and it was all a bit feeble.Two managers, five wins and 36 matches later, Boro are back in the Championship - and must now prepare for matches at Portman Road, Oakwell and The City Ground next season.But a summer of soul-searching awaits, with plenty of decisions to be made. Will Steve Agnew be the man in charge of Boro next season? Who will leave? And who will arrive?In this week's podcast, we look back on Boro's dismal 2016/17 campaign and ask how a team who look...
Which of Boro's players can hold their head high?
May 06, 2017 07:02 - 20 minutesDominic Shaw is joined by Philip Tallentire and Jonathon Taylor to discuss which of Boro's stars have improved under Steve Agnew For information regarding your data privacy, visit acast.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Dissecting Boro's 2017 collapse & Sunderland preview
April 25, 2017 10:33 - 19 minutesDominic Shaw is joined by Jonathon Taylor & Anthony Vickers to discuss Boro's dreadful 2017 so far & preview Sunderland For information regarding your data privacy, visit acast.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
What have we learnt from Agnew's four games in charge so far?
April 13, 2017 15:52 - 20 minutesSteve Agnew takes charge of Boro for the fifth time when Arsenal visit the Riverside on Monday night - so what have we learnt from the manager's time in charge so far?Dominic Shaw is joined by Anthony Vickers and Philip Tallentire to assess the past four games and to discuss the changes the new manager is trying to implement.Our writers also look ahead to the visit of the Gunners. For information regarding your data privacy, visit acast.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit meg...