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After a week in which Premier League matches were postponed as a mark of respect for the passing of Queen Elizabeth II, Newcastle United return to action against Bournemoth at St James Park on Saturday. North East journalist Liam Kennedy joins Black & White host Geordie Pete Redding and Arab News Sports Editor Ali Khaled to discuss the match, the talent of Elliot Anderson and the incredible transformation that Eddie Howe is leading behind the scenes at the club.

It’s been yet another week of refereeing controversies in the Premier League with VAR yet again coming under scrutiny for series of inexplicable decisions.

E6 S2 of Black & White sees former FIFA referee and chief of the Professional Game Match Officials Limited (PGMOL), Keith Hacket, gives his frank views on why officiating has lost its way in England, and what should be done about it. Host Geordie Pete Redding and Arab News Sports Editor Ali Khaled meanwhile discuss Newcastle’s vital trip to London to face West Ham.

Note: This episode was recorded before news broke of the passing of Queen Elizabeth II, and the subsequent postponement of the weekend’s Premier League matches.”

E5 S2 of Black & White sees ex-Crystal Palace and England star John Salako join Geordie Pete Redding and Ali Khaled to discuss his former club’s chances as they face Newcastle United at St James’ Park and recall the time he almost signed for Kevin Keegan’s “Entertainers” in the mid-90s. Also on the agenda is the little matter of the epic - and heartbreaking - match against Liverpool in midweek.

In this episode of the Mayman Show we speak to Sarah Elzeini, Founder and CEO of SMZ International, a boutique strategic advisory and activities firm. Among her portfolio of work, her efforts include growing cultural bridges and facilitating business deals that serve Saudi Arabia’s Vision 2030 mission.

It’s been some week for Newcastle United. A magnificent 3-3 draw with champions Manchester City was followed by a 2-1 win over Tranmere Rovers in the Carabao Cup, with the promise of more signings before the transfer deadline. In S2 E4 of Black & White, Saudi Magpies fan Alwaleed Aldebasi tells Geordie Pete Redding and Ali Khaled about his love affair with the club, missing the bus on his first away trip and setting up the Newcastle supporters club in the Kingdom.

In this episode of the Mayman Show we speak to Dr. Essam Bukhary, CEO of Manga Productions, a subsidiary of MISK Foundation, as he speaks about their experience in creating Manga content from Saudi Arabia and Japan.

It’s been a solid start to the season for Newcastle United with four points from a possible six and no goals conceded. In E3 S2 of Black & White, former Magpies midfielder Lee Clark joins Geordie Pete Redding and Ali Khaled to discuss the resilient draw at Brighton, Eddie Howe’s defensive options and the massive Premier League match against champions Manchester City on Sunday.

In this episode of the Mayman Show we speak to Saudi Motor Sports Star, Falah Al-Jarba about his journey in the motor sports scene, where he sees the sport going in Saudi Arabia, and how he became the Chevrolet Ambassador to the Middle East obtaining the Camaro King title.

In Episode 2 of Black & White Season 2, legend of North East football journalism John Gibson talks to host Geordie Pete Redding and Arab News Sports Editor Ali Khaled about Newcastle United’s positive start to the season. On the agenda is the comfortable 2-0 win over Nottingham Forest on the opening day of the Premier League season, the dazzling skills of Bruno Guimaraes and potential new signings.

In this episode of the Mayman Show and as part of the Arab News coverage to commemorate the 5th anniversary of Diriyah Gate Development Authority, we speak with Kiran Haslam, Chief Marketing Officer of DGDA, about the occasion, what to expect in terms of future plans, and his background in the luxury and creative scenes.