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What's It Like to Cover a Champions League Final?
Ep. 22
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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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23. Has Brendan Now Been Totally Forgiven?
53:54||Ep. 23On 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.21. Celtic Make It Three Titles in A Row
42:10||Ep. 21Laura 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.20. Glasgow Derby REACTION - Celtic Win 2-1 and Title Is Almost Secure
38:10||Ep. 20In 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.19. James Forrest is Making a Difference
31:06||Ep. 19Following 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.18. Mikey Johnston Has No Future At Celtic
29:52||Ep. 18Laura 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.17. Interview with PADDY McCOURT
32:23||Ep. 17Thoughts 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.16. Reviewing Mark Lawwell's Signings
38:44||Ep. 16On 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.Remember to leave a review of the podcast on your favourite podcasting platform. Search 'Thoughts on the Hoops' wherever you listen!Follow Laura on Twitter here.15. Enough Talking - There's a League to Be Won
49:20||Ep. 15On 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.