3 In The Middle Podcast

Chris Lumsdon, Mark 'Skip' Boyd & Dylan McGeouch
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Chatting Carlisle United, football nonsense, honest opinions & star guests 🎙️🎧

  1. Sep 9

    Man United Keep Collapsing, Tottenham’s Fitness Row & Can Carlisle Still Win the League?

    Jonny from BBC Radio Cumbria’s Carlisle Social joins Chris Lumsdon and Mark “Skip” Boyd for an episode packed with Carlisle United analysis, controversial football opinions and brilliant stories from their playing careers. Skip recalls the unbelievable moment Premier League referee Mike Dean decided not to send him off because it was his “big day” and he was “a nobody.” The lads discuss their best and worst referees before putting Mike Dean firmly on Clown Watch. Attention then turns to Carlisle United following the painful defeat against Boreham Wood. Are the performances showing signs of progress, or should a club sitting 14th in the National League already be seriously concerned? The lads discuss Rob Elliot’s style of football, defensive mistakes, Regan Linney’s body language and whether Carlisle’s squad is genuinely strong enough to win the league. They also question why modern footballers struggle to complete 90 minutes, debate medical “red zones” and ask whether prehab routines could actually be contributing to more injuries. Plus, there’s a brilliant story about Paul Gascoigne drinking brandy before a match. There’s also another round of Who Am I?, the biggest bollockings and compliments the lads received, football’s toughest hard men and an alarming dating-app story. Also featuring: • Mike Dean’s brutal comment to Skip • The best and worst football referees • Is Carlisle United’s season already in trouble? • Can Rob Elliot turn things around? • Regan Linney’s form and body language • Are Carlisle still capable of winning the league? • Why can’t modern footballers last 90 minutes? • Is football prehab doing more harm than good? • Paul Gascoigne’s pre-match brandies • Who Am I? • The worst managerial bollockings • Football’s toughest hard men • A disturbing dating-app disaster • Supporting the Carlisle Sunday Football League TIMESTAMPS 00:00 Introducing Jonny from Carlisle Social 00:29 Chinese orders and Michelin-star disasters 03:00 Mike Dean enters Clown Watch 03:42 Mike Dean calls Skip a nobody 04:14 The best and worst football referees 06:29 Holiday complaints and impossible passwords 07:50 Carlisle United’s painful Boreham Wood defeat 10:08 How long should Rob Elliot be given? 13:58 Carlisle’s defensive mentality questioned 15:24 Have Carlisle actually improved? 17:04 What has happened to Regan Linney? 20:18 Can Carlisle United still win the league? 21:42 Is Carlisle’s squad as good as people think? 25:50 Why can’t modern footballers last 90 minutes? 28:41 Gary Neville and the problem with substitutions 29:56 Is football prehab complete nonsense? 30:53 Paul Gascoigne’s pre-match brandies 31:33 Carlisle community shout-outs 35:03 Who Am I? 39:16 Football trivia and Champions League records 43:31 The subscriber challenge and charity raffle 45:38 This or That 46:59 A disturbing dating-app disaster 48:00 The biggest managerial bollockings 51:06 The greatest compliments the lads received 54:33 Football’s toughest hard men 57:18 Supporting the Carlisle Sunday Football League 01:00:20 Carlisle vs Southend predictions 01:00:46 Final messages Subscribe to 3 In The Middle for weekly episodes featuring former professionals Chris Lumsdon and Mark “Skip” Boyd, current player Dylan McGeouch and special guests from across football. #3InTheMiddle #MikeDean #CarlisleUnited #PaulGascoigne #FootballPodcast

  2. Sep 2

    Has Neymar Lost It? Celtic & Rangers Collapse & Gordon Shines in Barcelona

    Chris Lumsdon, Mark “Skip” Boyd and Dylan McGeouch return for another episode packed with Scottish football criticism, Newcastle United debates, Carlisle analysis and plenty of chaos away from the pitch. The lads react to a disastrous period for Scottish clubs in Europe, with Celtic and Rangers both suffering damaging defeats. Has the standard of Scottish football fallen and have Celtic’s European ambitions exposed the lack of depth in their squad? They also discuss Anthony Gordon’s incredible start at Barcelona. Did anyone expect the former Everton and Newcastle winger to reach that level, and was choosing Gordon over Marcus Rashford ultimately the correct decision? Attention then turns to Jacob Murphy amid interest from Nottingham Forest. Should the 31-year-old remain at the club he supports, or accept the security of a lucrative three-year contract elsewhere? There’s also a debate about Neymar after his disappointing World Cup appearance. The Brazilian became the most expensive player in cumulative transfer fees, but did his career ever reach the heights his talent promised? The lads review Carlisle United’s latest results, praise their attacking strength and discuss the arrival of Teddy Jenks. They also examine Robbie Savage’s struggles at Forest Green and the dangers of managers signing too many of their former players. Away from football, Lummy reveals the moment he accidentally sent an insulting text message directly to his manager, while the lads react to some truly disastrous dating stories. Also featuring: • Celtic and Rangers’ European humiliation • Has Scottish football fallen behind? • Charlie Boyd ringing the bell after completing cancer treatment • Carlisle United’s latest performances • Teddy Jenks signs for Carlisle • Robbie Savage’s Forest Green struggles • Should Jacob Murphy leave Newcastle? • Anthony Gordon’s rise at Barcelona • Gordon versus Marcus Rashford • What professional footballers eat on matchday • Lummy’s nightmare drug test • Sending an insulting text directly to your manager • Disastrous Tinder dates • Who Am I? • Robinho, Ben Foster and Zlatan Ibrahimović • Neymar’s extraordinary transfer record • Why Neymar looked finished at the World Cup • Carlisle Sunday League’s uncertain future TIMESTAMPS 00:00 A weekend in the Apple Tree 01:25 Celtic and Rangers’ European humiliation 02:37 Which defeat was more embarrassing? 03:32 Celtic’s squad depth exposed 04:32 Rangers’ latest performance 05:22 Welcome to Episode 31 05:56 Charlie Boyd completes his cancer treatment 06:48 Carlisle City’s incredible support 07:03 The rules of supermarket small talk 09:12 Dylan’s nightmare flight home 10:07 Carlisle United’s hospitality experience 12:03 Carlisle’s latest results reviewed 13:27 Carlisle’s impressive new goalkeeper 14:25 Carlisle’s attacking options 16:38 Teddy Jenks joins Carlisle United 18:16 Robbie Savage’s Forest Green struggles 19:49 Abdramane Diallo’s move to Leicester 20:32 Getting banned from a Carlisle fan group 21:00 Tottenham’s difficult start 22:11 Should Jacob Murphy leave Newcastle? 23:51 Newcastle and Sunderland rivalry returns 25:08 Anthony Gordon’s incredible Barcelona move 26:20 Gordon or Rashford: who would you choose? 27:44 What footballers eat on matchday 29:40 Lummy’s nightmare drug test 30:58 The engagement video that never recorded 33:49 The ultimate Greggs order 37:25 Shouting at the television 38:28 A disastrous Tinder date 39:38 Lummy texts an insult directly to his manager 42:52 Another painfully awkward date 47:09 The Apple Tree food debate 47:49 A footballer waits all day for his ex 50:34 Who Am I? 51:23 Robinho’s career path 52:02 Ben Foster’s career path 53:18 Stuart Armstrong’s career path 54:29 The impossible viewer challenge 55:57 Zlatan Ibrahimović’s incredible career 58:13 Football’s fastest-ever red card 59:28 A pre-match confrontation 59:50 Neymar’s record-breaking transfer fees 01:00:26 Is Neymar completely finished? 01:00:53 Brazil’s infamous 7–1 defeat 01:01:53 What’s the Crack? 01:05:39 The double-waistband debate 01:06:47 Can the Carlisle Sunday League survive? 01:08:29 This weekend’s Sunday League fixtures 01:11:42 Carlisle United’s huge upcoming matches 01:12:16 Family life after a few drinks 01:14:04 The weekend’s football fixtures 01:14:39 Final messages Subscribe to 3 In The Middle for weekly episodes featuring former professionals Chris Lumsdon and Skip Boyd, current player Dylan McGeouch and more guests from across football. #3InTheMiddle #CelticFC #RangersFC #AnthonyGordon #Neymar #FootballPodcast

  3. Aug 26

    Arsenal to Win the League, Foden Overrated & Our Relegation Predictions

    Chris Lumsdon, Skip Boyd and Dylan McGeouch return for another episode packed with Premier League predictions, Carlisle United analysis, football stories and plenty of nonsense. The lads look back on their recent conversation with Peter “Murf” Murphy, correcting his Carlisle United appearance record to more than 470 games and discussing the versatility, intelligence and mental strength that made him such an important player. They also review a recent visit to Brunton Park, praising the improvements made to Carlisle’s matchday experience, fan zone and hospitality facilities before analysing the team’s performance on the pitch. Attention then turns to the Premier League as the lads debate whether Phil Foden is overrated—or simply being wasted in the wrong position. They make their top-four predictions, discuss Arsenal’s chances of winning the title and identify the teams they believe could be heading for relegation. There’s also criticism of Russell Martin’s determination to play out from the back, memories of high-pressure play-off matches and a debate about some of football’s toughest old-school players. Plus, the lads play Who Am I?, reveal a disastrous Tinder catfishing experience and discuss the madness of waking up at 6am for a holiday sunbed—before discovering the price of a McDonald’s at Dalaman Airport. Also featuring: • Peter Murphy’s corrected Carlisle United record • Carlisle’s improved matchday experience • Is Phil Foden overrated or being played out of position? • Can Arsenal win the Premier League? • Top-four and relegation predictions • Russell Martin’s controversial playing style • The pressure of two-legged play-off ties • Football’s toughest old-school players • Who Am I? • A disastrous Tinder catfish • Holiday sunbed wars • A £70 airport McDonald’s TIMESTAMPS 00:00 Skip returns from holiday  01:15 Peter Murphy’s Carlisle career, mentality and tactics  10:35 Introduction  10:46 Lummy appears on the big screen at Brunton Park  11:31 Carlisle United’s matchday experience and performance  18:10 Phil Foden, title predictions and relegation contenders  30:32 Dating apps and a disastrous Tinder catfish  36:44 Who Am I?  46:28 The pressure of play-off football  56:04 Who were football’s toughest hard men?  01:03:07 Holiday sunbed wars and a £70 McDonald’s  01:06:43 Final thoughts Subscribe to 3 In The Middle for weekly episodes featuring former professionals Chris Lumsdon and Skip Boyd, current player Dylan McGeouch and special guests from across football. #3InTheMiddle #PhilFoden #Arsenal #CarlisleUnited #PremierLeague #FootballPodcast

  4. Aug 19

    Peter Murphy | Scoring the Winner at Wembley

    A Carlisle United legend joins us this week!  Peter Murphy sits down with Chris Lumsdon and Dylan McGeouch to look back on an unforgettable career at Brunton Park. After joining Carlisle United in 2001, Peter spent 12 years at the club, made more than 400 appearances and became the club’s record appearance holder for an outfield player. He scored the winning goal that returned Carlisle to the Football League in 2005 and then delivered another historic winner against Brentford at Wembley in 2011. The lads discuss Peter’s journey from Blackburn Rovers to Brunton Park, Carlisle’s back-to-back promotions, his greatest teammates, memorable dressing-room stories and his transition from playing into management. Plus, all the usual features: - What’s the Crack? - Guess Who - Viewers’ Questions - Football stories, honest opinions and plenty of nonsense Subscribe to 3 In The Middle for weekly episodes featuring former professionals Chris Lumsdon and Skip Boyd, current player Dylan McGeouch and special guests from across football. #3InTheMiddle #PeterMurphy #CarlisleUnited #FootballPodcast #CUFC

  5. Aug 13

    Newcastle’s Transfer Chaos, Bobby Robson’s Brutal Decision & Carlisle Fans Turn

    The lads are back after a big day out in Newcastle and there are plenty of stories to tell! 🍻⚽ This week, Chris Lumsdon, Skip Boyd and Dylan McGeouch discuss Newcastle United selling their best players and Carlisle United’s disappointing opening-day defeat. They also reveal what careers they might have pursued if they hadn’t become professional footballers before Skip’s sweaty armpits become an unexpected talking point! Plus, all your favourite weekly features return: - What’s the Crack? - Guess Who - Viewers’ Questions - Plenty of football nonsense Subscribe to 3 In The Middle for honest football opinions, brilliant stories and new episodes every week. #3InTheMiddle #FootballPodcast #CarlisleUnited #Football

  6. Aug 6

    Colin McMenamin | Joe Hart Was a Nutter… But a Genius!

    A huge thank you to Lloyd Kia Carlisle for sponsoring this episode of the 3 In The Middle Podcast! 🚗⚽ Discover the latest Kia models and offers here: https://www.lloydmotorgroup.com/Kia Former professional footballers Chris Lumsdon and Skip Boyd are joined by current player Dylan McGeouch and special guest Colin McMenamin for another episode packed with brilliant football stories, honest opinions and plenty of nonsense. Colin reveals what Joe Hart was really like behind the scenes... was he a nutter, a genius, or a bit of both? The lads also share stories about Sir Bobby Robson and Alan Shearer, debate whether Kieron Dyer is actually a knob, and find out if Skip has finally been caught out! Plus, the lads reveal their go-to jukebox tunes. Subscribe for more football stories, dressing-room secrets, special guests and completely unfiltered opinions every week. 🎙️⚽ #FootballPodcast #JoeHart #AlanShearer #BobbyRobson #3InTheMiddlePodcast

  7. Jul 30

    Danny Welbeck’s Comeback, Robbie Keane to Newcastle & York City’s Shock Decision

    Former pros Chris Lumsdon and Skip Boyd join current player Dylan McGeouch for another episode packed with Carlisle United chat, football nonsense and honest opinions. This week, the lads discuss the identity of The Secret Footballer, the brilliant Robbie Keane to Newcastle prank and a disastrous Panini sticker photo day after a heavy night out. There’s also the ultimate dream boozer debate, the sacrifices professional footballers make at Christmas, a hilarious attempt to escape public speaking and the biggest question of all: should you eat a Colin the Caterpillar from the head or the tail? This episode is sponsored by Print Yard Carlisle. A massive thank you to the team for hosting us! Make sure you head down for some great food and drinks. Expect brilliant football stories, plenty of laughs and the usual chaos from 3 In The Middle. Subscribe for new episodes and let us know your thoughts in the comments.

  8. Jul 24

    England Blew the World Cup, Harry Kane’s Future & Remembering Kevin Keegan

    Chris Lumsdon, Mark “Skip” Boyd and Dylan McGeouch return for an episode dominated by England’s painful World Cup exit, Harry Kane’s future and a tribute to the legendary Kevin Keegan. The lads discuss the tactical decisions that cost England a place in the World Cup final. Did the manager become too defensive after taking the lead, and why were England’s most dangerous counterattacking players left on the bench? They also question whether England will ever receive a better opportunity to win the World Cup and debate whether the same manager should remain in charge for the next tournament. Attention then turns to Harry Kane. Will he still lead England at the next World Cup, could he return to the Premier League and who is capable of eventually replacing him? The lads debate whether Jude Bellingham is already world-class, discuss his battles with Argentina and assess which England players enhanced their reputations during the tournament. They also react to Spain’s victory over Argentina, the extraordinary World Cup final presentation and Wayne Rooney’s brutally honest verdict on the spectacle. At the beginning of the episode, the lads pay tribute to Billy Williams of Penrith AFC before remembering Kevin Keegan—one of English football’s most influential players and managers. They discuss his impact at Newcastle United, the entertainers he created and why he will always hold such a special place in the city. Elsewhere, Dylan discusses continuing his playing career, the lads play another round of Who Am I? and reveal some of the worst footballers they ever shared a pitch with. Also featuring: • Remembering Billy Williams • Kevin Keegan’s incredible football legacy • Keegan’s Entertainers at Newcastle United • Where England’s World Cup campaign went wrong • The substitutions that changed the semi-final • Should England’s manager remain in charge? • Harry Kane’s international future • Who eventually replaces Kane? • Is Jude Bellingham already world-class? • Spain’s victory over Argentina • Argentina’s aggressive approach in the final • The bizarre World Cup final presentation • Wayne Rooney’s brutal verdict • Dylan’s next step in football • The best football films and television shows • Who Am I? • Carlisle United’s worst-ever players • Footballers’ nights out and Sunday recovery sessions • Carlisle United’s upcoming season • Could England have stopped Lionel Messi? TIMESTAMPS 00:00 Remembering Billy Williams 01:21 Remembering Kevin Keegan 02:06 Keegan’s impact at Newcastle United 03:36 Where should England have finished? 04:25 How England blew the World Cup semi-final 05:09 Why teams become defensive under pressure 06:40 England were minutes from the final 07:31 England’s third-place victory against France 09:07 Harry Kane’s international future 10:37 Who replaces Harry Kane? 12:00 What makes a footballer world-class? 12:38 Is Jude Bellingham already world-class? 14:04 Spain versus Argentina reviewed 14:25 Argentina’s tactics in the World Cup final 15:09 The bizarre World Cup final presentation 16:02 Wayne Rooney’s brutally honest verdict 17:14 Welcome to Episode 25 17:43 Dylan continues his playing career 18:50 Carlisle United’s open day 20:09 Footballers showing more personality 22:26 The best football films 25:01 BBC versus ITV’s World Cup coverage 27:51 The television shows footballers watch 29:47 Who Am I? 30:23 The Arsenal academy mystery player 33:02 Newcastle and Sunderland career quiz 35:08 The impossible Premier League career path 36:24 Premier League goalkeeper quiz 37:28 What’s the Crack? 37:42 Is it “an Indian” or “an Indians”? 39:21 Bus Head’s forgotten radio career 39:53 Carlisle United’s worst-ever players 45:40 Footballers’ nights out 48:50 Lummy: the ultimate team player 53:38 The new football season begins 54:10 Expectations for Carlisle United 55:39 Why Spain are so difficult to play against 56:49 Could England have man-marked Messi? 58:48 Clown Watch 01:00:03 Football’s controversial broadcasters 01:01:11 John Coleman’s new podcast 01:01:39 Final messages Subscribe to 3 In The Middle for weekly episodes featuring former professionals Chris Lumsdon and Skip Boyd, current player Dylan McGeouch and special guests from across football. #3InTheMiddle #England #WorldCup #HarryKane #KevinKeegan #FootballPodcast

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    Chris Lumsdon, Mark 'Skip' Boyd & Dylan McGeouch
  • Years Active
    2026
  • Episodes
    33
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    Explicit
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