It’s United Podcast / Episode 1

Barney Chilton

Barney Chilton: Red News, Fanzines & The Fan Voice of Manchester United

Barney Chilton traces Red News from the fanzine boom of the late 1980s to today’s digital fan culture, and explains why humour, criticism, and independent media remain essential to supporting Manchester United.

15 Aug 2025 · 1h 24m · Culture

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  • The birth of Red News
  • Fanzines as the voice of the terraces
  • Satire and criticism in fan media
  • Why independent voices still matter

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