Andrew and John discuss John’s book ‘Jungle Days’, exploring the deep connections between Celtic Football Club, Irish identity, and political consciousness. They reflect on the historical significance of Celtic as a cultural institution, the role of community in shaping identity, and the ongoing tensions between fans and the club’s leadership. The discussion also touches on the club’s anti-racism stance and its relevance in today’s socio-political climate, as well as personal memories of supporting Celtic during the 1980s.

By the author of This Boxing Game: A Journey in Beautiful Brutality, this engrossing book is perfect for all Celtic fans and anyone interested in social history.

During the tempestuous 1980s, when Thatcher and Thatcherism ruled the roost, Wight found sanctuary and meaning in Celtic FC.

The book is out now and you can pick it up in most good book shops

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Celtic’s final match of 2025 involves a visit to Lanarkshire to face Motherwell.

This will be an appropriate way to end the year that marked Fir Park’s 130th anniversary.

In 1895, Celtic were the first team to visit, and over the years it’s been a big part of Celtic history.

This podcast tells the story of Celtic and Fir Park.

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Following defeat to Roma, the murmurings of negativity and uncertainty around the appointment of Nancy have increased from some online fans and the main press. For those who just want Celtic to win every game and every trophy, this cup final on Sunday is big and it’s even bigger for Nancy to prove that with time on the training pitch he can make Celtic an appealing prpospect.

Andrew & Ross join Hary to review Roma and preview St Mirren.

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30 years ago (12 December 1995), one Celtic servant celebrated his significant place in the club’s history.

Paul McStay – a one-club player – marked his years in green-and-white with a testimonial game. This is his story.

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Souness had arrived at Rangers along with the England Captain, Goalkeeper and right back. They were the Hollywood team of Britain and things looked bleak when all we could muster was the signing of a young Andy Walker from Motherwell. Andy and McAvennie went on to form a dynamic front two that secured a Centenray Season double and etch their names int…

60 years ago, The Celtic View was published for the first time.

The Celts’ in-house newspaper was once a staple of the weekly experiences of all Celtic fans. This is its full story.

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Recorded: 19/11/2025I had the absolute pleasure of spending an hour chatting with MLS and NWSL analyst Catalina Bush about all things Wilfried Nancy, with a little World Cup talk thrown in at the end. If you’d like to learn more about Catalina and the ASA, you’ll find the links below.

A huge thanks again to Catalina. She was an outstanding guest, genuinely brilliant to speak with, and I’ve no doubt that once she graduates she’ll become a top-class analyst (Celtic take note). It’s easy to see why she was recommended to me, and I’m excited to see where her journey takes her.

Hope your all enjoy this as much as I did.Ross HLinks:Catalina Bush

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Celtic beat St Mirren on Saturday night. That’s about all we can say, but the bhoys try their best to spend more than 10 mins reviewing the game. Next up is Feyenoord followed by Hibs and we debate how Martin O’Neil is likely to approach what is almost certainly going to be his final 2 games in football management before the arrival of Nancy.

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In 1903, the Celts switched to their new world famous hooped shirts.

However, the Bhoys are not the only club to pull on green-and-white hoops; many others clubs have done so too.

This is the story of many of those sides, including this weekend’s opponents, Hibs.

Every week, you can listen for free to more tales from Celtic’s past, as told by Matthew Marr (Hail Hail History).

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The 2025 Celtic AGM started badly and went downhill from there!

Straight after the AGM, Andrew and I retired to the car park and the warmth of the car. Well I say straight, we chatted with a few people offering differing opinions on the events, dodged the waiting media outside and then retired to the car to record this podcast.

If you followed on twitter you’ll know that it was “interesting”.

Members of the CU community wcan listen right now, whilst others will need to wait until the morning.

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This weekend, the Celts head to St Mirren Park in Paisley.

Celtic were the first club to play at the original St Mirren Park – better known as Love Street – but this is just one venue where the Bhoys were the first visitors.

This latest podcast tells many of these stories.

Every week, you can listen for free to more tales from Celtic’s past, as told by Matthew Marr (Hail Hail History).

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