Thoughts on the Hoops Podcast

Has Brendan Now Been Totally Forgiven?

Thu, 13 Jun 2024 05:00:40 GMT

On this week's episode, Laura chats to Hungary-based Scottish journalist Kevin McCluskie. As well as discussing Celtic's season and Kevin's Celtic-supporting history, the discussion turns to Euro 2024 and Scotland's opponents Hungary. Kevin offers a unique insight on their squad and assesses whether Scotland have what it takes to overcome them.

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What's It Like to Cover a Champions League Final?

Fri, 07 Jun 2024 05:00:20 GMT

In this week's episode, Laura talks to football writer Callum McFadden. Callum talks about his experience covering the 2024 Champions League final, his work as an audiodescriptive commentator for Celtic and divulges the details of his Celtic supporting life.

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Celtic Make It Three Titles in A Row

Sun, 19 May 2024 05:30:35 GMT

Laura celebrates Celtic's latest league title and reflects on how it was won. She considers the impact of loan signings Paolo Bernardo and Adam Idah, Joe Hart's impending retirement and her thoughts on Brendan Rodgers at the end of the season he returned.

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Glasgow Derby REACTION - Celtic Win 2-1 and Title Is Almost Secure

Sat, 11 May 2024 16:00:00 GMT

In today's episode, Laura looks back at the win against Rangers in the last Glasgow derby of the league season and what it means for the title race. She looks at what went well, what didn't and what it signals for the summer.

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James Forrest is Making a Difference

Mon, 29 Apr 2024 05:00:01 GMT

Following our progression to the Scottish Cup final and our victory over Dundee, Laura discusses THAT Joe Hart penalty, her thoughts on Liam Scales' future at Celtic and the effective new role James Forrest has settled into this season.

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Mikey Johnston Has No Future At Celtic

Sun, 14 Apr 2024 10:37:01 GMT

Laura returns to the podcast to review the Glasgow derby draw and the victory over St Mirren. She also looks at the return of Reo Hatate and what it means for the title run in, as well as considering Adam Idah and Mikey Johnston's Celtic futures.

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Interview with PADDY McCOURT

Fri, 29 Mar 2024 18:41:52 GMT

Thoughts on the Hoops returns with a very special interview. Laura talks to Celtic cult hero Paddy McCourt about his break into football, his time at Celtic and his plans for a future in the game.

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Reviewing Mark Lawwell's Signings

Sat, 02 Mar 2024 15:58:05 GMT

On this week's epsidoe, Laura looks back on the 7-1 victory over Dundee and what it means for the rest of the season. She also looks at Brendan Rodgers' 'masterclass' reviewing four goals in comparison to Ange and reviews Mark Lawwell's signings for Celtic following his resignation.

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Enough Talking - There's a League to Be Won

Fri, 23 Feb 2024 19:58:38 GMT

On today's episode of Thoughts on the Hoops, Laura looks back at the 1-1 draw with Kilmarnock and considers where it leaves our season. We also look at Luis Palma and whether the criticism is justified. And we talk about Joe Hart and his impact on Celtic following his announcement of his retirement this summer.

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Have Celtic Turned a Corner?

Sat, 17 Feb 2024 13:47:22 GMT

In this week's episode of Thoughts on the Hoops, Laura reflects on an improved performance against St Mirren, the potential return of Greg Taylor and Yang's future at Celtic.

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Rodgers Talks of Celtic's Heart and Soul Whilst They Show None

Sat, 10 Feb 2024 13:05:28 GMT

Laura reflect's on Celtic's victory over Hibs in the week and whether it was more down to luck than perseverance. She also discusses where the Alistair Johnston injury leaves Celtic, what's up with Kyogo and Kwon's encourging start at St Mirren.

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Celtic Did Nothing In the Transfer Window And It Might Start To Show

Sat, 03 Feb 2024 00:01:38 GMT

Laura looks back on the transfer window and considers whether Celtic's lack of action could affect this season's outcomes. We'll also look at the exits of David Turnbull and Mikey Johnston and what they mean for us going forward, as well as look at the latest news from the club.

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Celtic Are Terrible At Strategizing For the Future

Fri, 26 Jan 2024 19:00:00 GMT

In Episode 11 of Thoughts on the Hoops, Laura talks about the transfer window, rumours of player exits and Celtic's inconsistent future planning. We also look at where we are with league action retunring this weekend against Ross County.

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Celtic's First January Signing and an Imminent Return to Action | Thoughts on the Hoops

Fri, 19 Jan 2024 21:18:31 GMT

Laura returns with the tenth episode of Thoughts on the Hoops. This week, she discusses the arrival of Nicolas Kühn, the return of Celtic to Scottish Cup action this week and reports linking Matt O'Riley with a move to Spain.

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What's It Like To Report on Celtic for Over 25 Years? | Thoughts on the Hoops

Fri, 12 Jan 2024 22:29:16 GMT

On this week's episode, Laura talks to The Celtic Way writer Anthony Haggerty. Laura and Tony reminisce over their favourite Celtic photographs and swap stories about times they have met players. Laura also quizzes Tony on what it's been like to report on Scottish football for over 25 years.

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Celtic and Japan - A Combination of Cultures | Thoughts on the Hoops

Fri, 05 Jan 2024 19:59:00 GMT

In this week's episode, Laura chats to Liam Carrigan, a Celtic fan living in Japan. They discuss the influx of Japanese players to Parkhead and the effect it's had on Japanese football culture, as well as looking ahead to the upcoming Asian Cup.

#celticfc #kyogo #daizenmaeda

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The Biggest Game of Our Season So Far | Thoughts on the Hoops

Fri, 29 Dec 2023 22:14:23 GMT

This week, Laura looks back at the return of the Green Brigade to Celtic Park, as well as discussing Mikey Johnston's Celtic future following his brace in Dundee Lawrence Shankland's Celtic link is reviewed and there is a look ahead to this weekend's Glasgow Derby.

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What's It Like To Be An Australian Celtic Supporter? | Thoughts on the Hoops

Wed, 27 Dec 2023 07:00:00 GMT

In this special episode of Thoughts on the Hoops, Laura talks to Jarrod of the Celtic Down Under Podcast. They discuss how Jarrod fell in love with Celtic and his experience of following the club from across the world.

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Discussing the Rangers Penalty Anomaly with Alan Morrison (Celtic By Numbers)

Fri, 22 Dec 2023 21:39:27 GMT

On this week's show, Laura is joined by Alan Morrison (CelticByNumbers) to discuss his recent appearance on Graham Spiers' Press Box podcast. They delve into the statistical anomaly that is Rangers' run of around 70 games without a penalty and consider the impact stats can have on showing patterns in football.

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#celticfc #kyogo #scottishfootball

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Where Does this Rollercoaster Week Leave Celtic's Season?

Fri, 15 Dec 2023 21:24:19 GMT

Laura discusses where the loss at Kilmarnock and the win against Feyenoord leaves Celtic's season. We'll cover the week's news, the defender conundrum giving manager Brendan Rodgers a headache and look ahead to a packed festive schedule.

#kyogo #celticfc #championsleague

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Brendan's Brutal Honesty Is Justified But Is It Effective?

Fri, 08 Dec 2023 20:54:42 GMT

On this week's episode, Laura reflects on Brendan's brutal honest after a frustrating afternoon in Perth and whether it's had the desired effect. We also discuss the rumoured interest in Bojan Miovski, Harry Kewell's departure for Yokohama and Laura shares her thoughts on Joey Barton's comments on women in football.

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Celtic's European Groundhog Day

Fri, 01 Dec 2023 22:13:04 GMT

Join Laura as we discuss Celtic's unceremonious dumping out of Europe and what this means for Celtic's future. We also look at Callum McGregor's performances this season and how they differ from seasons past, as well as review Celtic news from the past week.

Full Greg Taylor Interview

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Full Brendan Rodgers Interview

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What's in a Celtic Hero?

Fri, 24 Nov 2023 20:56:32 GMT

Join Laura on her first show as we discuss the return of Celtic to league action and look back on the international break. We also discuss Brendan Rodgers' recent comments on last summer's transfers and recent comments from former Celtic striker Giorgios Giakoumakis about his time in Glasgow

#Celtic #CelticFC COYBIG

Articles

https://theathletic.com/5037388/2023/11/06/giorgos-giakoumakis-atlanta-united-celtic/?source=user_shared_article&utm_source=pocket_saves

https://www.67hailhail.com/transfers/brendan-rodgers-refutes-celtic-transfer-myth/?utm_source=pocket_saves

https://www.footballscotland.co.uk/spfl/scottish-premiership/matt-oriley-suffers-humiliating-denmark-28146697?utm_source=pocket_saves

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