We’re back again! It’s that time of the year. Mayday is near, and thus it is time to talk about it. Joining us is the organizer of the online Traveller celebration, Frank Succardi, also known as CyborgPrime. We talk about Mayday, and we talk about some of Frank’s other projects, including some work he’s doing with AI. All the information about this…

In this episode Bob interviews the creators of the Scoundrels of Brixton Cepheus Engine/Traveller setting and books, Jeffrey Jones of the RPG Ramblings podcast and writer Adam Kovac. Relevant Links RPG Ramblings 66 on which Bob was a guest RPG Ramblings 100: with Bob and Adam talking about Traveller Jeffrey Jones RPG Ramblings publications on Drive…

Frankie & Danny catch up with a real fan favourite on this addition of Unfiltered. Julio Arca joined Sunderland in 2000 and quickly became a red and white fan favourite. He speaks openly to Danny & Frankie about his time at the club, his recent spell in management and of course previews the weekend'c clash with Middlesbrough…

It's been a great start to the season for Mel's side with only one defeat in the opening 10 league games. Frankie finds out about the processes behind the scenes in the women's team set up, we look back at the season so far and those new transfers which have transformed the side plus we look forward to the top of the table clash against Charlton th…

Familiarity in sports broadcasting is as traditional as the match day pie or program, a trusted voice that paints pictures with words. Sunderland AFC supporters have had that over the past couple of decades from BBC Radio Newcastle's Nick Barnes. This week marks his 1000th game covering Sunderland so Frankie & Danny Caught up with Nick to recognise…

This week former Sunderland Chairman Sir Bob Murray released his long awaited autobiography 'I'd Do It All Again' The book documents Sir Bob's entire life, from his childhood in Consett, County Durham, his business empire, becoming the chairman of SAFC, the building of the Stadium of Light, Academy of Light and of course The Foundation of light to …

Frankie & Danny are back for the first time this season with a first team player who broke through with some wonderful performances at the end of last season. The young Frenchman discusses his journey so far in football, those goals against Southampton and much more

Frankie & Danny catch up with Carl Winchester over zoom on the latest SAFC Unfiltered. Carl is currently back in his home country following a season long loan at Shrewsbury Town. During his time at Sunderland, Carl was a very popular member of the squad with staff, players and fans especially in the promotion winning side that saw Sunderland return…

22 year old Jack Clarke has been one of Sunderland's stand out performers in the 22/23 season. Frankie and Danny catch up with him on Unfiltered for the first time since he joined the club. He discusses his game, that goal at Reading and how he feels to play for Sunderland

Frankie & Danny head back up to the Academy of Light to speak to Trai Hume and find out from Trai how he's found life on Wearside so far. The 21 year old joined Sunderland in January 2022 and is enjoying a long run in the first team. Hear all about his experiences in the Championship, his first goal for the club and that moustache…

In this episode I read a quick message from Greg Caires and Ken Patterson regarding the passing of Keith Frye the upcoming online memorial game for him, and then we interview CyborgPrime (Frank Succardi) about the upcoming Mayday Mayday 2023 online Traveller celebration. Relevant links for this episode: You can find all the information about Mayday…

In another special edition of SAFC Unfiltered Frankie & Danny catch up with a legendary figure in Sunderlands history. Goalkeeper Thomas Sørensen played almost 200 times for the Black Cats in one of the most memorable sides at the turn of the century. The former Danish international No1 looks back at his career and time on Wearside.…

In this episode we talk to Ken Patterson about the upcoming MayDay 2023 online Traveller celebration. Relevant Links: Traveller’s Aid Society (TAS) YouTube page: www.youtube.com/@travellersaidsociety ​ TAS Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100087385957632 ​Fundraiser Event Facebook page: https://fb.me/e/2dQewzwkP ​​ Mayday Cele…

Jill Scott is one of the most recognisable figures in football. Following her recent retirement she went on to win ITV's I'm A Celebrity Get Me Out Of Here. Frankie & Danny catch up with her while she is back in her native North East to speak about her career, the women's game and what could be next for the UEFA Women's Euros 2022 winner…

We get an update from Sunderland AFC Sporting Director Kristjaan Speakman on the January Transfer window, an insight into the process, the new players in and the players who have left

Frankie and Danny caught up with one of Danny's former teammates at SAFC, Kieran Richardson. In his almost 150 appearances for Sunderland Kieran played under Roy Keane, Steve Bruce and Martin O'Neill scoring some very memorable goals. In the first of it's type here on Unfiltered the lads catch up with a former player and discuss their career…

In this episode we discuss the last two “longest campaign” submissions, talk about the Parry rule in Classic Traveller Combat, go through a lot of great Internet Finds, and briefly touch on the OGL debacle. Relevant links: Our last session: https://www.gaming.concretelunch.info/itv-session-24-one-night-at-the-happy-gluck/ Third Imperium Fanzine onl…

Club Captain Corry Evans speaks to Frankie & Danny at the half way point of the season to reflect on the season so far. Looking at our performances and who has impressed him in the amongst the group so far. We get to know Corry a little better as he discusses some of his career highlights both domestic and internationally, and he takes on Danny's f…

Another special podcast this week. Frankie is joined down the line by Writer/Producer Nicky Allt and Club Historian Rob Mason (Rob's Internet connection was a little testing. Apologies for some audio difficulties) The Sunderland Story is a play that will be performed in May at the Sunderland Empire Theatre and takes a look at the club's history, fr…

Gary Bennett played 443 times for Sunderland AFC, in this special episode the former captain sat down with Frankie & Danny to discuss his career and his campaigning for anti racism organisations that this week saw him receive and MBE from HRH King Charles III at Windsor Castle

In this episode we interview Ken Patterson of the Virtual Traveller Facebook group about the upcoming online streaming game to benefit Mr. Keith Frye, one of the pillars of the Traveller community as he battles serious illness. Relevant links are as follows: Static web page: www.travellercon-usa.com/fundraiser TAS Facebook page: https://www.faceboo…

Bailey Wright will be representing his country Australia at the upcoming World Cup. Frankie & Danny caught up with Bailey this week to get an insight into the Socceroos camp and of course how Sunderland's season has gone so far

On this edition of Unfiltered Frankie & Danny speak to attacking midfielder Alex Pritchard. They speak out the current squad the season so far and Alex's career to date

Sporting Director Kristjaan Speakman gives an update to supporters through a chat with Frankie & Danny at the Academy of Light this week.

In this episode we do internet finds, rules finds (in which Bob gets even more confused about the Bribery skill in the little black books), xboat transmissions, two from our longest campaign event, and we review our own campaign 4.5 years into it. Note: I understand Bribery now! Sorry – I had ignored the line about stringent laws making bribery eas…

Frankie & Danny get round the table with the Northern Echo's Scott Wilson, as they discuss Sunderland AFC's journey to the Sky Bet League One Play-Off Final and the Lads' upcoming trip to Wembley Stadium.

In this episode Jeff and Bob read some much appreciated email from listeners, go over from great finds from the internet, talk about some rules finds, announce the winner for the random drawing from the Longest Campaign submissions, and read the first six of the twelve submissions! Relevant links: RPG Ramblings Podcast, with Jeffrey Jones Traveller…

Patrick Roberts joins Frankie & Danny at the Academy of Light to give insight into his career to date, his time at Sunderland so far and much more, including Danny's notorious quiz!

In this episode we talk to CyborgPrime, the main organizer of the upcoming Mayday 2022 Online Traveller event, and Greg Caires of Virtual Traveller, who (along with Ken Patterson) is organizing the online game sessions for event. The main event day is, of course, Sunday May 1, but there will be virtual games going Friday and Saturday (so as not to …

Alex Neil makes his first appearance on SAFC Unfiltered with Frankie & Danny. The Head Coach provides an insight into his time at the club so far, including where himself and the squad find themselves, plus what work is being done behind the scenes ahead of Sunderland AFC's remaining fixtures this season…

Sporting Director Kristjaan Speakman talks to Frankie & Danny to give fans an update on the transfer window and other matters surrounding the club at the moment.

The Loch Ness Drogba makes his debut on SAFC Unfiltered with Frankie and Danny. Ross speaks to the lads about his time on Wearside, and everything else from his favourite goal to his favourite crisps!

Frankie and Danny are back and they are catching up with Heach Coach Lee Johnson. With the season almost at the halfway point, there's lots to discuss. Plus, the Gaffer has a Christmas message for the fans!

In this episode Jeff and Bob dig into a couple of listener emails, announce a new event, review their last Traveller Session, and dig into a tiny fraction of the greatness that is Cepheus Deluxe. This episode is dedicated to the great Ron Stepp, a devoted member of the Traveller community, who recently died. Ron emailed us often, and his friendship…

On this special edition of SAFC Unfiltered, Frankie is joined by SAFC Ladies' Grace McCatty, Phil Smith of the Sunderland Echo and Mark Donnelly of Durham Women to discuss this weekend's River Wear derby, as two of the region's biggest sides go head to head.

Frankie and Danny catch up with one of the most promising talents to emerge from the academy in recent years, Dan Neil. The midfielder tells SAFC Unfiltered what it means to him to play for Sunderland, his development at the club and how he's settling into life as a regular in the first team.

Frankie & Danny head to the Academy of Light to speak with Sporting Director Kristjaan Speakman. The duo get the fans an update on how the transfer window went, the processes the were involved and much more!

Frankie & Danny are back for a new series of SAFC Unfiltered Podcast, kicking things off with a very interesting and informative chat with SAFC Ladies Head Coach Melanie Reay ahead of the Lasses FA Women's Championship return.

Lee Johnson joins Frankie and Danny to look ahead to Sunderland’s Sky Bet League One Play-Off semi-final tie with Lincoln City, plus much more!

Sunderland AFC Sporting Director Kristjaan Speakman joins the SAFC Unfiltered podcast to discuss the club’s progress throughout 2021, the Sky Bet League One Play-Offs, our plans for the new campaign and much more.

On the latest podcast from SAFC Frankie and Danny get the chance to speak to Chief Operating Officer Steve Davison. Steve gives an insight into the running of the club and shares his plans and ambitions.

Grant Leadbitter talks to Frankie & Danny in a very frank and candid manner about his career to date including his break from the sport for personal reasons. He also gives an insight into the season so far and how he believes Sunderland can still achieve their targets this season.

Sporting Director Kristjaan Speakman brings fans up to date with what has been happening since he was brought into his role at the club, he speaks to Frankie & Danny about the recent transfer window and gives insight into the decisions made

The Gaffer gives an update on everything at SAFC in his first appearance on the club podcast with Frankie & Danny

On this edition of the podcast Frankie & Danny speak to Aiden McGeady. After a dramatic week which saw him return to the first team under a new Head coach, teammates test positive with Covid-19 and the Academy of Light closed because of the pandemic.

Frankie & Danny head up to the Academy of Light on this episode to talk to the newly appointed Sporting Director of Sunderland AFC Kristjaan Speakman, to find out all about his role and his vision for the club.

On this pod Frankie & Danny head to the Academy of Light for a socially distant chat with Sunderland's popular Ameri'mackem

Sunderland Chief Executive Jim Rodwell speaks exclusively with Frankie & Danny on Unfiltered about the current COVID 19 crisis hitting football clubs, the ownership situation, staff recruitment and the start to the season

On this edition of Unfiltered Frankie and Danny are joined by Phil Smith from the Sunderland Echo to discuss the season so far, Danny still manages to get his quiz in too.

Frankie and Danny are joined on this episode by Luke O'Nien, Luke discusses his career, his time at Sunderland so far, that moment at Portsmouth and his ambitions at the club