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Courier Talking Football: Dundee FC, Dundee United, St Johnstone and other east coast Scottish clubs
On the field, St Johnstone dropped points against Raith Rovers on Friday night and off it, the club have reacted to a pyrotechnic display in the away end at Stark's Park. In this week's episode, Stuart Cosgrove and Eric Nicolson discuss both topics.
The most petty and ill informed podcast in the world! The week in football; Have you ever been trendy?; Your Football pitch; What does Partick Thistle mean to you? Plus the Curling XI and the Terracing Teaser. Derek Ferguson, Dragon's Den contestant John McClarey and football analyst John Walker join Stuart Cosgrove and Tam Cowan
Stuart and Eamonn are back to dissect the happenings in the media! Labour Together have been up to some suspicious stuff, bringing Keir Starmer's position into more doubt, the BBC are looking to claw back £600 million in lost licence fee payments, and Bella Caledonia believes that Scotland has a “one-dimensional media class that all says the same thing and all agrees about everything” - are they right? The guys also answer a listeners' question and offer up their recommendations (links below!) Stuart Cosgrove recommends… HH: Helenio Herrera - Football's Original Master of the Dark Arts by Richard Fitzpatrick - https://www.bloomsbury.com/uk/hh-9781399425087/ Eamonn O'Neill recommends… Small prophets (BBC) - https://www.bbc.co.uk/iplayer/episodes/m002q765/small-prophets The Great Santini, starring the late Robert Duvall - https://www.rottentomatoes.com/m/great_santini
Courier Talking Football: Dundee FC, Dundee United, St Johnstone and other east coast Scottish clubs
In this week's episode, Stuart Cosgrove and Eric Nicolson discuss the St Johnstone head coach's decision to let two central midfielders leave and whether the Perth side will cope with a rejuvenated Airdrie.
The most petty and ill informed podcast in the world! Stephen Craigan, The Wee Glesga Poet - Emma Armstrong and Youtuber Sam North join Stuart Cosgrove and Tam Cowan. Scottish Cup preview and reaction, Favourite Other Sports - what would be your top 3? The Perfect Pub - open fireplace, pool table, describe the perfect boozer. Terracing Teaser and the Rain XI featuring Ben Gannon Soak, Blair Spittal and Claudio Reyna.
Courier Talking Football: Dundee FC, Dundee United, St Johnstone and other east coast Scottish clubs
St Johnstone got their statement signing, with Josh Fowler's arrival raising spirits amongst fans. But have transfer window arrivals and departures made Saints stronger? On this week's Spoony Chop, Stuart Cosgrove, Eric Nicolson and Sean Hamilton discuss January business, plus the repercussions of the 2-2 draw with title rivals Partick Thistle.
This week it's a very special episode of Talk Media as we welcome the First Minister of Scotland and leader of the SNP, John Swinney MSP, to the programme. In conversation with broadcaster Stuart Cosgrove, the First Minister chats about his media tastes, his takes on his portrayal by the media, and Stuart even manages to get some fresh insight into some stories that he was recently a major part of. He also shares his thoughts on Nigel Farage and the rise of Reform UK in Scotland. Support Talk Media on Patreon for great bonus content and to have your questions answered on the show by Stuart and his guests: patreon.com/talkmedia
Courier Talking Football: Dundee FC, Dundee United, St Johnstone and other east coast Scottish clubs
Adama Sidibeh's departure to Stockport County has been confirmed, with a six-figure fee banked in return. After a Sidibeh-less Saints lost at home to Dunfermline, how crucial is it that he is replaced? And if it means spending the money received from Stockport, is that simply what must be done? On this week's Spoony Chop, Stuart Cosgrove, Eric Nicolson and Sean Hamilton discuss Saints' need for a new striker, a poor performance against the Pars and the mounting pressure of Friday night's top of the Championship clash with Partick Thistle.
Courier Talking Football: Dundee FC, Dundee United, St Johnstone and other east coast Scottish clubs
Stockport County have jumped to the head of the queue of Adama Sidibeh suitors. St Johnstone have already knocked back one bid from the EFL League One promotion chasers. Can - and should - they knock back further approaches too? On this week's Spoony Chop, Stuart Cosgrove, Eric Nicolson and Sean Hamilton discuss the pros and cons, along with the loan signing of Alfredo Agyeman from Falkirk, Bozo Mikulic's long-awaited return, Louis Lloyd's first Saints goal, KDM Evolution Trophy victory over Ross County, whether Simo Valakari was right to give his players a break in the aftermath and Saturday's Championship clash with Dunfermline.
The most petty and ill informed podcast in the world! The Scottish Cup, Kilt, The Young Team, Moon XI, Terracing Teaser with Mark Black, Joshua Barrie and Alison Walker joining Stuart Cosgrove and Tam Cowan.
Courier Talking Football: Dundee FC, Dundee United, St Johnstone and other east coast Scottish clubs
St Johnstone's last two games have been postponed but this has still been a big week for the Perth club. Stuart Cosgrove and Eric Nicolson discuss the head coach's new contract and the implications of a defeat for title rivals, Partick Thistle.
The most petty and ill informed podcast in the world! Scotland's Comedy Objects, Transfer Window, Snow XI, America and the World Cup with Kirsty Wark, Cillian Sheridan and Andy Bollen joining Stuart Cosgrove and Tam Cowan.
Courier Talking Football: Dundee FC, Dundee United, St Johnstone and other east coast Scottish clubs
St Johnstone's lead at the top of the Championship was preserved with a "job done well" New Year win over Arbroath. On this episode of the Spoony Chop, Stuart Cosgrove, Eric Nicolson and Sean Hamilton discuss the performance against the Lichties', whether Saints are now in a two-horse race for title with Partick Thistle and mounting interest in striker Adama Sidibeh from England. Will he stay or will he go in January?
The most petty and ill informed podcast on the web! Hearts mid season report card, the perfect Xmas dinner, Veg XI, Terracing Teaser and more with Former Hearts Sporting Director Joe Savage, superstar chef Ferrier Richardson and singer songwriter and hibbie Brodie Barclay joining Stuart Cosgrove and Tam Cowan.
Courier Talking Football: Dundee FC, Dundee United, St Johnstone and other east coast Scottish clubs
St Johnstone bossed possession and territory against Raith Rovers but could not find a way to goal. There was a disgruntled fan reaction to Saints' third goalless draw of the season at home, but was it justified? On this week's Spoony Chop, Stuart Cosgrove, Eric Nicolson and Sean Hamilton discuss the performance, its impact on the Championship title race, and whether it told us anything new about Saints' transfer window needs.
Courier Talking Football: Dundee FC, Dundee United, St Johnstone and other east coast Scottish clubs
An ignominious Scottish Cup exit has turned a critical spotlight on St Johnstone, even though they are still top of the Championship. In this week's Spoony Chop, Eric Nicolson and Stuart Cosgrove get to the heart of the problems that need corrected and stress the need for unity when Raith Rovers come to town this weekend. Interested in local sport news, you can save now with The Courier Sport Pack. Keep up with the latest on your local team or sport with the latest news, opinion, match reports and so much more. Subscribe today for only £3 per month. Available exclusively on The Courier. Pay only for the sports you love with this special offer. Sign up today at https://www.thecourier.co.uk/subscribe/?tpcc=spoony
Courier Talking Football: Dundee FC, Dundee United, St Johnstone and other east coast Scottish clubs
After St Johnstone's disappointing loss to Partick Thistle in their top-of-the-Championship clash, Stuart Cosgrove, Eric Nicolson and Sean Hamilton assess what went wrong at Firhill, how many Thistle victories referee Don Robertson has overseen and why repeatedly booing Tony Watt might not be the best idea Saints fans have ever had. Interested in local sport news, you can save now with The Courier Sport Pack. Keep up with the latest on your local team or sport with the latest news, opinion, match reports and so much more. Subscribe today for only £3 per month. Available exclusively on The Courier. Pay only for the sports you love with this special offer. Sign up today at https://www.thecourier.co.uk/subscribe/?tpcc=spoony
The most petty and ill informed podcast in the world. Who do you want to face the World Cup? Top 5 Scotland goals ever! Where were you when history was made? Terracing Teaser, Breakfast XI. Martin Geissler and Niall and Hamish from Vlure join Stuart Cosgrove and Tam Cowan.
All the best bits from Saturday 15th November pre and post Greece Scotland Off the Ball shows featuring guests Allaster McKallaster, Grant Stott, Stephen O'Donnell and Scott Allan, Stuart Cosgrove and Tam Cowan.
The most petty and ill informed football podcast... in the world! This week we're talking Prince Rogers Nelson and Celtic Da's. We find out who's behind the viral Claudio Braga song and just how many names did Prince have? Plus... the week in football, Radio Braga, Worst Hotel experiences, Nuts XI and Terracing Teaser with Bruce Morton, Phil Differ and John McKie joining Stuart Cosgrove and Tam Cowan.
The most petty and ill informed podcast available. All the highlights from Saturday's show. Football Round-up, Club Comms, Theme Parks - Heaven or Hell, Video Game XI and Terracing Teaser with film and TV star Tony Curran and comedian James Gardner joining Stuart Cosgrove and Ray Bradshaw. Tony tells us all about watching football in LA with Billy Connolly. James Gardner recalls the time his dad had to argue with Liverpool fans that Kenny Dalglish was the best footballer in Britain and is Chic Charnley the ultimate Scottish football maverick?
Courier Talking Football: Dundee FC, Dundee United, St Johnstone and other east coast Scottish clubs
Despite another 0-0 draw, this time with Ross County, St Johnstone's six-point lead at the top of the table remains intact. Ahead of the weekend trip to face Arbroath, Stuart Cosgrove, Eric Nicolson and Sean Hamilton discuss a dominant display against the Staggies, albeit one that produced no goals, whether Saints have a problem with 'over-playing', Liam Smith's impact at right back and the Jamie Guallan/Adama Sidibeh conundrum.
Courier Talking Football: Dundee FC, Dundee United, St Johnstone and other east coast Scottish clubs
After another late Josh McPake goal sealed St Johnstone's third win in seven days, this time over Queen's Park, Stuart Cosgrove, Eric Nicolson and Sean Hamilton are back to discuss the latest goings on at McDiarmid Park. Saints remain unbeaten in the league and secure at the top of the table, but should a succession of increasingly close matches worry fans? Should Saints be looking to sign a 'No. 9' like Queen's Josh Fowler in January? And can the Perth side close out the first round of Championship fixtures without defeat, with Ayr United their final opponents?
The most petty and ill informed podcast available. Tam Cowan and Stuart Cosgrove skewer the weekend's Scottish football in the company of writer Kevan Christie, comedienne Jojo Sutherland and Arbroath midfielder Ryan Flynn. Why did we have to put a restraining order on Lorraine Kelly? What will we never see again in Scottish football? To be Frank, Which fictional bar would you like to have a drink in? And what did Ryan Flynn do to Kenny Dalglish with toothpaste? All this plus the Terracing Teaser, the Cricket XI and a text message from the Rangers manager.
Courier Talking Football: Dundee FC, Dundee United, St Johnstone and other east coast Scottish clubs
St Johnstone made life difficult for themselves in midweek but now find themselves with an eight-point lead at the top of the table. Eric Nicolson and Stuart Cosgrove assess a game of extremes in Airdrie and ask – who is going to challenge the runaway league leaders?
Courier Talking Football: Dundee FC, Dundee United, St Johnstone and other east coast Scottish clubs
St Johnstone produced another statement win in their top of the table clash with Raith Rovers - but was Rovers boss Barry Robson right about his side not deserving to lose? In this week's Spoony Chop, Courier Sport Saints writer Eric Nicolson, plus Stuart Cosgrove and Sean Hamilton, discuss the ins-and-outs of a characterful performance and a big three points ahead of ANOTHER test against a team in form, when Dunfermline come to McDiarmid Park on Friday. Interested in local sport news, you can save now with The Courier Sport Pack. Keep up with the latest on your local team or sport with the latest news, opinion, match reports and so much more. Subscribe today for only £3 per month. Available exclusively on The Courier. Pay only for the sports you love with this special offer. Sign up today at https://www.thecourier.co.uk/subscribe/?tpcc=spoony
Courier Talking Football: Dundee FC, Dundee United, St Johnstone and other east coast Scottish clubs
Stuart Cosgrove returns to this week's Spoony Chop to discuss the weekend's HUGE clash with Raith Rovers in Kirkcaldy. Will Josh Rae have a worldy for Raith? Will Scott Brown come back to haunt Saints? Or will Simo Valakari's side just keep doing what they've been doing and prove themselves serious title contenders? Eric Nicolson and Sean Hamilton join Stuart to discuss. Interested in local sport news, you can save now with The Courier Sport Pack. Keep up with the latest on your local team or sport with the latest news, opinion, match reports and so much more. Subscribe today for only £3 per month. Available exclusively on The Courier. Pay only for the sports you love with this special offer. Sign up today at https://www.thecourier.co.uk/subscribe/?tpcc=spoony
The world's most petty and ill informed podcast - Reaction to Denmark 0-0 Scotland, all things Goalies, The Wee Man and Fashion XI with Stuart Cosgrove, Tam Cowan joined by Rab Douglas, Allaster McKallaster and Neil Bratchpiece
Courier Talking Football: Dundee FC, Dundee United, St Johnstone and other east coast Scottish clubs
It proved to be a frustrating deadline day for St Johnstone but has the transfer window been a success as a whole and will there be further squad additions now that it's closed? Stuart Cosgrove makes his Spoony Chop return to discuss the road ahead with Eric Nicolson.
Here's the first topic from today's Talk Media Episode. To hear the full episode with Listener questions and recommendations, go to www.patreon.com/talkmedia
All the very best bits of the weekend's shows in one place. Caught on Camera, Autographs, Tree XI, Jumpers For Goalposts with Stuart Cosgrove, Tam Cowan, Darryl Broadfoot and Sam North
Ray Bradshaw is joined by Off The Ball presenter and St Johnstone fan Stuart Cosgrove and A View From The Terrace's Raith Rovers-supporting Shaughan McGuigan to preview the new season in the Scottish Championship.
The most petty and ill informed podcast in the world. The Week In Scottish Football, Summer Sunshine, Love or Hate it? Let's Talk About Socks! With writer Chris Brookmyre and Partick Thistle striker Tony Watt joining Stuart Cosgrove and Tam Cowan.
All the very best bits of Saturday and Sunday's shows in one petty and ill informed podcast. Golden Ticket, What Do You Love (or Hate) about the US, Oasis Reunion XI, Optimist or Pessimist and Terracing Teaser with Chris Forbes, Craig Levein, Paul McNamee and Moira Gordon joining Stuart Cosgrove and Rosco McClelland.
The most petty and ill informed football podcast in the world! Hear all the very best bits from Saturday and Sunday's Off the Ball show. A Play On Words, Outdoor Events, Wardrobe Malfunctions, Terracing Teaser and Seagulls XI with Sophie Gravia, Robbie Neilson and Jim Duffy joining Stuart Cosgrove and Tam Cowan.
The most petty and ill informed sports podcast in the world! All the very best bits from Saturday and Sunday's Off the Ball shows. Fixtures are out! Jaws, Your Longest Day, Heatwave XI, Terracing Teaser, Father and Son and your Scottish Bucket List with Simon Donnelly, Rosco McClelland and Eric Nicholson joining Stuart Cosgrove and Tam Cowan.
The world's most petty and ill informed football podcast. A Blether Beyond The Grave, Replica Shirts, Fine Art XI and Terracing Teaser with Stephen Craigan and Robbie Lunn, Stuart Cosgrove and Tam Cowan.
The most petty and ill informed podcast in the word! Scotland Iceland Review, Thrown In The Deep End, Greatest Ever Save and Islands XI and Terracing Teaser with Valtos and Ryan Stevenson joining Stuart Cosgrove and Tam Cowan.
Courier Talking Football: Dundee FC, Dundee United, St Johnstone and other east coast Scottish clubs
Simo Valakari's summer rebuild has begun at St Johnstone, with Greenock Morton's Jack Baird becoming the club's first signing. On this episode of the Spoony Chop - the final show before our close-season break - Stuart Cosgrove, Eric Nicolson and Sean Hamilton discuss Baird's arrival, whether he will be joined by Morton team-mate Morgan Boyes and Raith Rovers striker Jamie Gullan, Ross County joining Saints in the Championship and the long-time-coming departure of Benji Kimpioka.
Courier Talking Football: Dundee FC, Dundee United, St Johnstone and other east coast Scottish clubs
The season is officially over and in this episode of the Spoony Chop, Stuart Cosgrove, Eric Nicolson and Sean Hamilton pore over the last day loss to Dundee, the pitch invasion that followed and the merits - or otherwise - of the players staying and departing. Plus, Saints' history with double-barrelled players - debated. Interested in local sport news, you can save now with The Courier Sport Pack. Keep up with the latest on your local team or sport with the latest news, opinion, match reports and so much more. Subscribe today for only £3 per month.
Courier Talking Football: Dundee FC, Dundee United, St Johnstone and other east coast Scottish clubs
St Johnstone's relegation from the Premiership is a done deal - and it has been a long time coming. On this week's Spoony Chop, Eric Nicolson, Stuart Cosgrove and Sean Hamilton dig deep into what has gone wrong at McDiarmid Park, when it began and what was - or was not - done to arrest the decline. And should Saints fans want Dundee at risk of joining them in the Championship via the play-offs?
The most petty and ill informed podcast in the world! Jon Attenborough and writer Andy Bollen join Stuart Cosgrove and Tam Cowan to talk Shredded Nerves, Life Of Brians, Oasis and Shaggy Dog Stories, The Pope XI and Terracing Teaser
Courier Talking Football: Dundee FC, Dundee United, St Johnstone and other east coast Scottish clubs
St Johnstone's season all comes down to Saturday's clash with Ross County. Defeat will see them relegated to the Championship, while a draw will provide a stay of execution. A victory would reduce the Staggies' lead over Saints to just three points, with six left to play for. On this week's Spoony Chop, Stuart Cosgrove, Eric Nicolson and Sean Hamilton discuss the hugely disappointing loss to Kilmarnock, Simo Valakari's position as manager and the requirement - as a bare minumum - for a purposeful performance against County. Interested in local sport news, you can save now with The Courier Sport Pack. Keep up with the latest on your local team or sport with the latest news, opinion, match reports and so much more. Subscribe today for only £3 per month. Available exclusively on The Courier. Pay only for the sports you love with this special offer. Sign up today at https://www.thecourier.co.uk/subscribe/?tpcc=spoony Subscribe to our newsletters: https://www.thecourier.co.uk/newsletters/
Courier Talking Football: Dundee FC, Dundee United, St Johnstone and other east coast Scottish clubs
St Johnstone's survival hopes are hanging by a thread after Motherwell exposed their defensive frailties at Fir Park. But the performances of a few players who haven't been regulars provided a ray of hope. On this week's Spoony Chop, Stuart Cosgrove and Eric Nicolson assess the possibility of Saints winning back to back home games and unlikely heroes emerging. Interested in local sport news, you can save now with The Courier Sport Pack. Keep up with the latest on your local team or sport with the latest news, opinion, match reports and so much more. Subscribe today for only £3 per month. Available exclusively on The Courier. Pay only for the sports you love with this special offer. Sign up today at https://www.thecourier.co.uk/subscribe/?tpcc=spoony Subscribe to our newsletters: https://www.thecourier.co.uk/newsletters/
The most petty and ill informed podcast available. League Reconstruction, The Tommy Hat-trick, Banned From School, Prison XI and Terracing Teaser. Murray Davidson and writer Davie Carswell join Stuart Cosgrove and Tam Cowan.
Courier Talking Football: Dundee FC, Dundee United, St Johnstone and other east coast Scottish clubs
St Johnstone produced their worst performance since the January window closed and were well beaten by Hibs as a result. Where do Saints need to improve when Celtic visit McDiarmid Park on Saturday and is Simo Valakari getting his tactics and substitutions right? Join Eric Nicolson, Stuart Cosgrove and special guest, actor Colin McCredie, as the Spoony Chop tackles the big St Johnstone talking points. Interested in local sport news, you can save now with The Courier Sport Pack. Keep up with the latest on your local team or sport with the latest news, opinion, match reports and so much more. Subscribe today for only £3 per month. Available exclusively on The Courier. Pay only for the sports you love with this special offer. Sign up today at https://www.thecourier.co.uk/subscribe/?tpcc=spoony Subscribe to our newsletters: https://www.thecourier.co.uk/newsletters/
The most petty and ill informed podcast available. In Praise of the Irish, Banning American, Sleep, Horse Racing XI and Terracing Teaser. Hib's Rachael Boyle and stand-up Liam Farrelly join Stuart Cosgrove and Tam Cowan
The most petty and ill informed podcast available. Professor Gordon Mackay and David F Ross join Stuart Cosgrove and Tam Cowan. Epic Journey's, One Thing You'd Change in Football, Operating Theatre XI and Terracing Teaser
All the very best bits from the weekend's shows. The 49ers, Favourite Cop, Hard Act To Follow, Blowing It, Banning It, the Terracing Teaser and the Fruit XI. Stuart Cosgrove, Tam Cowan, Ray Bradshaw and Mark Nelson are joined by Carmen Pieraccini, Eilidh Loan and Gordon Waddell
All the very best bits from Saturday and Sunday's shows in one place. Stuart's Back!! Sporting Heroes, Men's Health, Scottish Bucket List, Fun at Funerals and Terracing Teaser with Kyle Vassell, John Beattie joining Stuart Cosgrove and Tam Cowan