Season 2024/25 in review
Andrew, Eddie, Matthew, Ross and Saint Anthony got up early on the morning of Saturday 7th June and broadcast a LIVE 3 hour+ podcast review of the season. Whilst all podcasts are recorded live (we’re not dead), this one is was available on Substack and Facebook as it went out! We didn’t publicise as we didn’t know it would work so we’re sure the email to those in the CU community would have co...
56m Jun 10, 2025
56m
Celtic & consecutive season scorers
Across the entire season 2024-25, there was surely no louder cheer than when James Forrest scored at the end of the season. This wrote him into history by scoring in 16 consecutive seasons, a truly remarkable and historic. This latest podcast from @hailhailhistory tells the full story of all the other men who have consistently scored for the Bhoys across multiple seasons. Every week, you can...
8m Jun 04, 2025
8m
Andrew H in conversation with...Manus Gallagher
This is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear more, visit thecelticunderground.substack.com (https://thecelticunderground.substack.com?utm_medium=podcast&utm_campaign=CTA_7) This week Andrew chats all about Celtic fandom and memorabilia with Manus Gallagher. The bhoys delve into Gallagher's extensive collection of the Wee Green Book, his early memories of supporting Celtic, the influence o...
12m Jun 01, 2025
12m
The 1970 European Cup Final
55 years ago – in May 1970 – the Celts played in their second European Cup Final. Despite this notable achievement, the game can sometimes seem to be forgotten when telling the Bhoys’ history. This latest podcast from @hailhailhistory tells the full story of Celtic and the 1970 European Cup. Every week, you can listen for free to more stories from Celtic’s past. You can also take part in fre...
18m May 29, 2025
18m
One of my teammates will step up
This is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear more, visit thecelticunderground.substack.com (https://thecelticunderground.substack.com?utm_medium=podcast&utm_campaign=CTA_7) It was supposed to be our first live podcast on substack but it ended up being the first live podcast on Facebook and not live on Substack at all. We’ll see how to fix it for the next one but meantime we’ll release thi...
25m May 25, 2025
25m
Cup Final Preview
This is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear more, visit thecelticunderground.substack.com (https://thecelticunderground.substack.com?utm_medium=podcast&utm_campaign=CTA_7) Saturday provides an incredible opportunity for Celtic to secure their 6th treble in 9 seasons. Despite trebles becoming as common as a new Rangers manager, win or lose this has been another wonderful season to be a Ce...
54m May 23, 2025
54m
Celtic’s Most Importan Scottish Cup Finals
The Celts face Aberdeen this Saturday, with the Bhoys hoping to win their 43rd Scottish Cup. Over the years, some of the Celts’ most exciting games have come in the Scottish Cup Final. This latest podcast from @hailhailhistory tells some of these tales. Every week, you can listen for free to more stories from Celtic’s past. You can also take part in free walking tours which visit the sites t...
16m May 22, 2025
16m
Paradise - The Celtic origin movie
You may not know Peter Broughan but you will be familiar with his work. The producer of Rob Roy, The Flying Scotsman and Your Cheatin’ Heart (among others) has turned his attention to his great passion for Celtic and has set in motion the production of Paradise - the film that tells the story for the formation of our club. Please listen to or watch the podcast and if interested go to: https:/...
59m May 14, 2025
59m
Celtic and Rangers playoff game
In 1905, Celtic faced Rangers in a very unusual game. It was a playoff game to decide that season’s title winners. The Bhoys’ victory set them on a path to a then world record six successive league titles. This latest podcast from @hailhailhistory tells the full story. Every week, you can listen for free to more stories from Celtic’s past. You can also take part in free walking tours which vi...
11m May 14, 2025
11m
Celtic, WW2 and the Victory in Europe Cup
80 years this month (May 1945) saw the end of World War Two in Europe. Millions celebrated on VE Day, and Celtic also claimed another trophy. This latest podcast from @hailhailhistory tells the full story of this victory, and also examines Celtic’s World War Two experiences. Every week, you can listen for free to more stories from Celtic’s past. You can also take part in free walking tours w...
11m May 07, 2025
11m
Billy McNeill
50 years ago – on 3 May 1975 – Billy McNeill’s remarkable playing career came to an end. Fittingly, this saw Celtic win the Scottish Cup, ensuring that the iconic sight of McNeill holding aloft a trophy was again repeated. This latest podcast from hailhailhistory tells his life story and on Sunday morning we have a piece from St Anthony with his own reflections on the 50th anniversary. Every...
12m May 01, 2025
12m
Conclave Special
This is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear more, visit thecelticunderground.substack.com (https://thecelticunderground.substack.com?utm_medium=podcast&utm_campaign=CTA_7) This unholy trinity of CU sages discuss Celtic's title win and the cultural identity of the club. They reflect on personal experiences, family connections to the game, and the atmosphere during the match. The discussio...
46m Apr 29, 2025
46m
Six in a row
Six in a row Tomorrow Celtic can secure their 55th league championship. However, the coming days also mark the anniversary of another notable Celtic title achievement. Celtic fans have great memories of the club’s two nine-in-a-row league winning runs, from 1966-74 and 2012-2020. Before this, there was another titles tale. From 1905-1910, the Celts set a then world record for successive leag...
16m Apr 25, 2025
16m
No Saintly jeopardy
This is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear more, visit thecelticunderground.substack.com (https://thecelticunderground.substack.com?utm_medium=podcast&utm_campaign=CTA_7) In this weeks post game podcast, Harry and Andrew discuss their experiences attending a recent cup final match, focusing on the app setup for tickets, the performance of the teams, the atmosphere at Hampden, and the ke...
38m Apr 23, 2025
38m
VAR and the unspoken margins of error
This conversation delves into the complexities and controversies surrounding VAR (Video Assistant Referee) technology in football, particularly focusing on offside decisions. The discussion highlights the limitations of current technology, the challenges of accurately interpreting video footage, and the implications for the integrity of the game. Harry and Bjørnar emphasise the need for bette...
1hr 13m Apr 18, 2025
1hr 13m
Sean Fallon
55 years ago this week, an important figure from Celtic’s history first pulled on the green-and-white jersey. Sean Fallon made his mark not simply as a Celtic player and captain, but more notably as Jock Stein’s assistant as the Bhoys climbed to Europe’s football pinnacle. This latest podcast from @hailhailhistory tells his life story. Every week, you can listen for free to more stories from ...
9m Apr 16, 2025
9m
Breaking Records and Setting Standards
In this week’s episode Andrew Smith and Ross Hall discuss Saturday’s 5-1 victory over Killie, reflecting on the team's performance, fan reactions, and the impact of social media. They analyse individual player performances, tactical insights, and game statistics, while also looking ahead to future matches and potential player selections. The bhoys delve into various aspects of Celtic's perform...
1hr 26m Apr 15, 2025
1hr 26m
Patsy Gallacher
Celtic’s history is replete with stories of exciting players, yet few have achieved the legendary status of one notable Irishman: Patsy Gallacher. The skilful forward made his mark at Celtic, not only as one of the Bhoys’ all-time top scorers, but also as scorer of one of the club’s most famous cup final winners, which happened 100 years ago this week. This latest podcast from @hailhailhistor...
10m Apr 09, 2025
10m
Celtic and Glasgow's West End
When you think of Celtic, it’s natural to think of Glasgow’s east end. However, the Bhoys have numerous connections in the west end too. Whether it is some of the most famous figures in Celtic’s history, links to war and tragedy and some momentous footballing firsts, it is a fascinating tale. This latest podcast from @hailhailhistory tells more. Every week, you can listen to free stories from...
18m Apr 04, 2025
18m
Jambo ramble
In this weeks matchday review podcast, Andrew and Matthew discuss recent Celtic matches, focussing mainly on the Hearts game, the impact of key players, and the ongoing tensions between fans and policing. * The recent match against Hearts was strange but ultimately successful for Celtic. * The importance of key players like McGregor and Maeda in the team's performance. * Tensions between fan...
57m Apr 01, 2025
57m
Bertie Auld
70 years ago (in March 1955), Bertie Auld walked into Celtic Park for the first time. It was the start of enduring and famous relationship, which saw Bertie help the Celts to the pinnacle of European football. This latest podcast from @hailhailhistory tells the full story of this. Every week, you can listen to free stories from Celtic’s past. You can also take part in free walking tours whic...
12m Mar 27, 2025
12m
Andrew H in conversation with...Peter Nasir
This is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear more, visit thecelticunderground.substack.com (https://thecelticunderground.substack.com?utm_medium=podcast&utm_campaign=CTA_7) We have been blessed to have some very special guests join us for Andrew’s “In Conversation” podcasts and this week believe we have one of the most interesting yet. Peter Nasir is the General Secretary of the East Jer...
33m Mar 23, 2025
33m
Michael Davitt
The history of Celtic has political connections, particularly in the club’s earliest years. One obvious example is Michael Davitt. He was a prominent Irish politician in the late-1800s, and also a patron of Celtic. This latest podcast from @hailhailhistory tells this tale. Every week, you can listen to free stories from Celtic’s past. You can also take part in free walking tours which visit ...
13m Mar 19, 2025
13m
St Patrick Day Rangers Preview
This is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear more, visit thecelticunderground.substack.com (https://thecelticunderground.substack.com?utm_medium=podcast&utm_campaign=CTA_7) Celtic take on Rangers this Sunday in the 3rd derby of the league campaign. According to Andrew, a 2-0+ victory for Celtic will be the best home season on the derby since the late 70s. According to Harry any victory wi...
50m Mar 15, 2025
50m
A bobby dazzler
Celtic defeated Hibs in the Scottish Cup at the weekend with one of the largest away supports in years at Celtic Park. It was billed as the domestic game of the year so far with the league leaders and champions elect against the form team, unbeaten in 15 games. It was no contest as Celtic breezed past Hibs who struggled to lay a glove on Celtic and barely a shot on target. Both Eddie and Harry...
57m Mar 13, 2025
57m
Jock Stein
Jock Stein 10 March 1965 was a massive day in Celtic’s history. Jock Stein took charge of the club as the manager, and in doing so started on a road which made him a legend. Stein is one of the true giants of Celtic history – and this latest podcast from @hailhailhistory tells his story. There’s a Celtic history tale out every week, free to everyone, whether a CU Subscriber or not and to fi...
13m Mar 12, 2025
13m
Takeover
31 years ago – on 4 March 1994 – one story ended for Celtic whilst another one began. Fergus McCann’s takeover was finally successful, removing from power the club’s old Board. It was a change that transformed Celtic, and built the foundations of the club’s 21st century dominance. This latest podcast from @hailhailhistory tells the story of those events. There’s a Celtic history tale out ev...
14m Mar 06, 2025
14m
Andrew H in conversation with...Celtic Graves Society
This is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear more, visit thecelticunderground.substack.com (https://thecelticunderground.substack.com?utm_medium=podcast&utm_campaign=CTA_7) One of the things that makes football supporting so great is the joy of the moment and the celebration of the club’s history and this is never more evident that the work undertaken by The Celtic Graves Society. This w...
53m Mar 02, 2025
53m
Willie Maley
Willie Maley 85 years ago, in February 1940, one of the most significant chapters in Celtic’s history came to an end. Willie Maley – player and manager for more than half a century – ended with time at the club. This latest podcast from @hailhailhistory tells Willie Maley’s remarkable Celtic story. There’s a Celtic history tale out every week, free to everyone, whether a CU Subscriber or no...
14m Feb 28, 2025
14m
Celtic and floodlights
Celtic and floodlights A power failure in Glasgow’s east end last month threatened to turn out the lights and end Celtic’s game with Dundee. This would have been the latest chapter in Celtic’s floodlight history, a tale that goes back to the 1890s, and even includes joint teams with Rangers. There’s a Celtic history tale out every week, free to everyone, whether a CU Subscriber or not and to...
14m Feb 20, 2025
14m
Marvellous in Munich
There are piviotal occassions in your Celtic supporting life when you realise everything has changed. For me, one of those was the night we went out on pens to Valencia. I went to work the next day and proudly claimed - we’ll reach a European final. Tonight is one of those moments. We have an elite manager who has, through tactics and motivation, convinved our players they belong at this level...
49m Feb 18, 2025
49m
Glasgow Cup - First win
Valentine’s Day is a night for couples – and it’s a day for Celtic fans to love. On 14 February 1891, Celtic won what is considered their first ever major trophy. It’s a tale of success and controversy. To tell this story, here is the latest podcast from @hailhailhistory. There’s a Celtic history tale out every Wednesday, free to everyone, whether a CU Subscriber or not and to find out more ...
10m Feb 12, 2025
10m
The transfer window's final slam
Another transfer window closes and another load of whailing and gnashing of teeth from the Celtic fans (online at least) from many disgruntled hoops who wanted more. On this site we have had Andrew H’s positive review and a critical take (as you’d expect) from Critical Bill. Earlier in the season we had Ross Hall of The Football Talent Report provide us with his review of the summer window and...
1hr 14m Feb 07, 2025
1hr 14m
Celtic's worst ever result
Celtic’s worst ever result Raith Rovers come to Celtic Park this Saturday for a Scottish Cup tie. Any mention of cups and the Fife team will always bring back memories of the 1994 League Cup Final. Losing a final to lower league team is never a good result – but what is Celtic’s worst ever scoreline? This latest podcast from @hailhailhistory examines ten of Celtic’s poorest games. Enjoy… ...
14m Feb 05, 2025
14m
Andrew H in conversation with...Jenna Burns
As most will know, our ‘In Conversation with…’ series is usually exlcusive to paid subscribers but we decided to make this one free. It’s a wee bit different to most in conversations with Jenna talking openly and emotionally about both her mum and her dad. It’s quite an emotional discussion and one that will be appreciated by anyone who has lost their parents. You can listen to our podcasts w...
1hr 26m Feb 02, 2025
1hr 26m
Aston Villa Celtic and the World Championship
Celtic today travel to Birmingham to face Aston Villa in the Europe’s premier competition. But one 1890s clash between the two sides aimed to decide who was the best team in the world… This the latest tale from Celtic’s history brought to you by @HailHailHistory. Enjoy… Thanks for listening The Celtic Underground Substack! This post is public so feel free to share it. This is a public epis...
7m Jan 29, 2025
7m
A eurovision ramble
With the postponement of the Dundee game on Saturday (result - I was away in London and would have missed it) then there’s only one show in town for this week’s podcast and it’s Europe. The last match podcast was a preview of the Young Boys game and so in this podcast we review (in our usual complete ramble that doesn’t really review) the YB game and preview the Villa match. In between we disc...
1hr 13m Jan 28, 2025
1hr 13m
The bhoy from Portugal
There was tear in the eye for many a Celt today with the departure of Kyogo, a player who clearly appeared to loved playing football, performing with what seemed like a permanent grin. But his departure has been tempered with the return of Jota. The deal was officially confirmed by Celtic today with the press conference late afternoon. Enjoy… (Oh and there’ll be a Eurovision podcast out very...
9m Jan 27, 2025
9m
Celtic and the Burns statue
Most Celtic fans prefer to toast Tommy rather than Rabbie on Burns Night. However, in the past, some Celts were involved in a famous tribute to the Ayrshire poet, who is remembered each year on 25 January. This the latest tale from Hail Hail History (https://substack.com/profile/263207066-hail-hail-history) History. Enjoy… Apple podcasts (https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/the-celtic-und...
7m Jan 22, 2025
7m
Andrew H in conversation with...Mark McNally
This is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear more, visit thecelticunderground.substack.com (https://thecelticunderground.substack.com?utm_medium=podcast&utm_campaign=CTA_7) A product of the Celtic youth system, Mark was unfortunate to come into the first team around the time when fans had lost faith in the senior management running the club. It wasn’t a happy time to be around Celtic and ...
10m Jan 19, 2025
10m
Is p*ss really that weak?
It;s exactly 14 days since we released our last matchday podcast. In that time, there’s been around 15million hours of alternjtive Celtic chat on other Celtic podcasts and almost the same number of Celtic games. The bhoys briefly chat about the games and the “weak as piss” performance in the second half at Dundee. We discuss playing teams from Dundee almost every week and the excessive fixture...
55m Jan 18, 2025
55m
The Scottish Cup Final 1904
Celtic are back in Scottish Cup action this weekend, and aim to retain their trophy. The Bhoys have long and successful record in the Scottish Cup. But of all their victories, arguably none was more dramatic or historic than the 1904 final. For the full story - including how its legacy is felt even today - listen to the latest tale from Hail Hail History (https://substack.com/profile/26320706...
9m Jan 15, 2025
9m
Andrew H in conversation with...Sanjeev Kohli
This is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear more, visit thecelticunderground.substack.com (https://thecelticunderground.substack.com?utm_medium=podcast&utm_campaign=CTA_7) Over the near 20 years of the CU podcast we’ve been blessed with the array of Celtic fans, celebrities and players who have accepted our request to come on the podcast. Here at CU towers we like to mix up the guests be...
12m Jan 12, 2025
12m
Celtic walking tours
The story of Celtic is a fascinating one, with many different aspects to it. First thoughts of Celtic will naturally turn to Glasgow’s east end, but in fact the Bhoys have connections right across Glasgow. If you’re looking for something differenet for the new year, a series of walking tours tell more about these tales, and are free to attend. This is the latest tale from Hail Hail History (...
4m Jan 08, 2025
4m
Andrew H in conversation with...Brian O'Neil
This is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear more, visit thecelticunderground.substack.com (https://thecelticunderground.substack.com?utm_medium=podcast&utm_campaign=CTA_7) Looking more like Pierece Brosnan than the fresh faced lad who played for his bhoyhhod heroes, Brian O’Neil sat down with Andrew H to discuss his Celtic career. For the younger listeners (do we have any) Brian was a ta...
10m Jan 05, 2025
10m
We were rubbish. It Happens
This is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear more, visit thecelticunderground.substack.com (https://thecelticunderground.substack.com?utm_medium=podcast&utm_campaign=CTA_7) To quote Nick Berry - Every loser wins. Every dog has its day and Rangers had their day on Thursday. They played to the best of their ability and we played to the worst of ours and when both sides hit those extremes, t...
10m Jan 04, 2025
10m
The 2nd 9iar chronicles - The Covid Season
This is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear more, visit thecelticunderground.substack.com (https://thecelticunderground.substack.com?utm_medium=podcast&utm_campaign=CTA_7) It was the oddest of odd seasons. 50,000 supporters bought season books for games they never saw in person. Instead logging on to Celtic TV to watch games that were instantly forgettable as the players struggled to per...
16m Jan 02, 2025
16m
Celtic's first trip to Ibrox
Celtic will head to Ibrox tomorrow for their first game in 2025. This season marks 125 years since the opening of this ground, and Celtic have a fascinating history there, including some unique firsts and achievements. The full story can be heard in this latest podcast from Hail Hail History (https://substack.com/profile/263207066-hail-hail-history) Enjoy… This can be picked up wherever you...
8m Jan 01, 2025
8m
We are laughing...
The end of 2024 is nearly upon on us. The Rangers chat about VAR has come to a screeching halt now that there’s been a blatant error in their favour and the Celtic chat centres around how brilliant we are, how marvellous 2024 has been and could 2025 get even better. With everything going on, Eddie & I decided to log-on and have a chat to discuss the recent events in our game, discuss the Mothe...
1hr 27m Dec 30, 2024
1hr 27m
The second 9iar chronicles - Season 9
Season 2019/20 was the first full season of Neil Lennon’s second term and Celtic went on to secure a 4th consecutive treble - in the strangest manner possible with it taking place over 2 seasons because this was the Covid curtailed season. It was one of the strangest seasons we will encounter in our lifetimes with debate about whether to call the season early amid mass spreading events and the...
1hr 34m Dec 25, 2024
1hr 34m