The Cynic Weekly – 04.08.2026

Welcome to the new look Cynic Weekly! Now available to WATCH in on YouTube (https://www.youtube.com/@90minutecynic) in our new studio.With a rather drab Flag Day performance in the rear view mirror, Chris Gallagher & new co-host Ryan Fitzsimons (@RyanStevenF) go over the early signs of life and strife from the first performance of the season, and look ahead to the looming transfer deadline, the future of Engels & AJ and ponder if the current system is past it's sell by date. The Cynic Weekly is produced by Lorenzo Pacitti (@RareWaterMedia)🍀 Subscribe (podcasts, writing & more): https://www.thecynic.co/subscribe🎧 Patreon (bonus podcasts, writing & community): https://www.patreon.com/90minutecynic SOCIAL MEDIA🐦 Twitter/X: https://twitter.com/90minutecynic📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/90minutecynic🎥 YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@90minutecynic📧 Get in touch: [email protected] you enjoy the show, please subscribe, leave a rating, and share with other Celtic fans 🍀The Cynic SubscriptionGet even more from The Cynic with a subscription to our premium content. Subscribers get access to around 32 podcasts per month and a growing archive of exclusive content covering Celtic FC Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Clare is joined by Tom and Tino from The Fàilte Network, a newly established charity using Celtic FC as a vehicle to welcome refugees and asylum seekers into the club, the community and the match day experience.The discussion explores the origins of the project and how football can be a powerful tool for connection, solidarity and belonging.Topics include:• The story behind The Fàilte Network and why it was created• How Celtic matchdays can provide respite from the challenges facing refugees and asylum seekers• The parallels between Irish immigration and modern migration• Why grassroots solidarity remains important within the Celtic support• Challenging misconceptions around refugees and asylum seekers• The role football can play in integration and community building• Experiences of bringing young refugees to Celtic Park• The support received from fan groups including the Green Brigade and North Curve• What a typical Fàilte Network matchday looks like• How supporters can get involved and help the charity growYou can get access to the network via this link – https://linktr.ee/failtenetwork🍀 Subscribe (podcasts, writing & more): https://www.thecynic.co/subscribe🎧 Patreon (bonus podcasts, writing & community): https://www.patreon.com/90minutecynic SOCIAL MEDIA🐦 Twitter/X: https://twitter.com/90minutecynic📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/90minutecynic🎥 YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@90minutecynic📧 Get in touch: [email protected] you enjoy the show, please subscribe, leave a rating, and share with other Celtic fans 🍀The Cynic SubscriptionGet even more from The Cynic with a subscription to our premium content. Subscribers get access to around 32 podcasts per month and a growing archive of exclusive content covering Celtic FC Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Cynic Weekly – The original 90 Minute Cynic PodcastThe Cynic Weekly – End of Season Awards Special 🍀The final Cynic Weekly of the season is here as Gall, Barry and Stuart hand out their annual Celtic awards after a chaotic but ultimately trophy-winning campaign.Award categories include:• Celtic Player of the Year• Young Player of the Year• Most Improved Player• Unsung Hero• Biggest Surprise• Best Signing• Most Disappointing Signing• Goal of the Season• Game of the Season• Domestic Highlight• European HighlightPlus discussion around Daizen Maeda’s incredible run-in form, Kelechi Iheanacho becoming a cult hero and the moments that defined another dramatic season for Celtic.🍀 Subscribe (podcasts, writing & more): https://www.thecynic.co/subscribe🎧 Patreon (bonus podcasts, writing & community): https://www.patreon.com/90minutecynic SOCIAL MEDIA🐦 Twitter/X: https://twitter.com/90minutecynic📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/90minutecynic🎥 YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@90minutecynic📧 Get in touch: [email protected] you enjoy the show, please subscribe, leave a rating, and share with other Celtic fans 🍀The Cynic SubscriptionGet even more from The Cynic with a subscription to our premium content. Subscribers get access to around 32 podcasts per month and a growing archive of exclusive content covering Celtic FC Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Cynic Weekly – The original 90 Minute Cynic PodcastGall is joined by Stuart and Barry as Celtic’s title-winning week is unpacked after one of the most chaotic and emotional finishes in recent memory.The panel reflect on the comeback against Hearts, the atmosphere inside Celtic Park and the fallout that followed as Scottish football descended into accusations and conspiracy claims.Key discussion points:• Celtic’s dramatic title-clinching comeback against Hearts• The atmosphere and emotion inside Celtic Park• The players who stepped up when it mattered most• Why this title felt different from recent wins• Media narratives, VAR fallout and conspiracy claims• Martin O’Neill defending the support and the achievement• The wider reaction across Scottish football🍀 Subscribe (podcasts, writing & more): https://www.thecynic.co/subscribe🎧 Patreon (bonus podcasts, writing & community): https://www.patreon.com/90minutecynic SOCIAL MEDIA🐦 Twitter/X: https://twitter.com/90minutecynic📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/90minutecynic🎥 YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@90minutecynic📧 Get in touch: [email protected] you enjoy the show, please subscribe, leave a rating, and share with other Celtic fans 🍀The Cynic SubscriptionGet even more from The Cynic with a subscription to our premium content. Subscribers get access to around 32 podcasts per month and a growing archive of exclusive content covering Celtic FC Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Cynic Weekly – The original 90 Minute Cynic PodcastGall is joined by Stuart and Barry as Celtic’s dramatic title push heads into a final-day showdown with Hearts at Celtic Park.The panel react to the chaotic late win over Motherwell and the fallout from another huge VAR decision. There’s discussion around the media reaction, conspiracy claims from pundits and whether Celtic’s resilience under pressure is finally carrying them over the line.Key discussion points:• The dramatic late win away to Motherwell• The VAR controversy and reaction across Scottish football• Media narratives, conspiracy claims, and pundit meltdown• Why Celtic keep leaving it late this season• Hearts, pressure, and the psychology of the final day• Celtic’s resilience through a chaotic campaign• Why Saturday now feels like a cup final for the title🍀 Subscribe (podcasts, writing & more): https://www.thecynic.co/subscribe🎧 Patreon (bonus podcasts, writing & community): https://www.patreon.com/90minutecynic SOCIAL MEDIA🐦 Twitter/X: https://twitter.com/90minutecynic📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/90minutecynic🎥 YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@90minutecynic📧 Get in touch: [email protected] you enjoy the show, please subscribe, leave a rating, and share with other Celtic fans 🍀The Cynic SubscriptionGet even more from The Cynic with a subscription to our premium content. Subscribers get access to around 32 podcasts per month and a growing archive of exclusive content covering Celtic FC Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Cynic Weekly – The original 90 Minute Cynic PodcastGall is joined by Stuart and Barry as Celtic’s title push heads into the final three games of the season.The panel discuss the nervy win at Easter Road, controversial VAR decisions, and the growing tension around the run-in after Hearts’ victory over Rangers. There’s also chat on key players returning to form, the psychology of the title race, and whether this Celtic side can hold their nerve when it matters most.Key discussion points:• The dramatic win away to Hibs• VAR controversy and officiating frustration• Hearts beating Rangers and the impact on the title race• Key players stepping up at the right time• Why Celtic still struggle to kill games off• The pressure and psychology of the run-in• What’s needed from the final three matches🍀 Subscribe (podcasts, writing & more): https://www.thecynic.co/subscribe🎧 Patreon (bonus podcasts, writing & community): https://www.patreon.com/90minutecynic SOCIAL MEDIA🐦 Twitter/X: https://twitter.com/90minutecynic📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/90minutecynic🎥 YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@90minutecynic📧 Get in touch: [email protected] you enjoy the show, please subscribe, leave a rating, and share with other Celtic fans 🍀The Cynic SubscriptionGet even more from The Cynic with a subscription to our premium content. Subscribers get access to around 32 podcasts per month and a growing archive of exclusive content covering Celtic FC Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Cynic Weekly – The original 90 Minute Cynic PodcastGall is joined by Scott and Barry as they have their weekly discussion on all things Celtic, reflecting on our recent performance against Falkirk and looking ahead to the next crucial league fixture as the season reaches its defining stretch.We also discuss the managerial links to the club, Martin O’Neill getting Manager of the month and the importance of the man when appointing the new manager.🍀 Subscribe (podcasts, writing & more): https://www.thecynic.co/subscribe🎧 Patreon (bonus podcasts, writing & community): https://www.patreon.com/90minutecynic SOCIAL MEDIA🐦 Twitter/X: https://twitter.com/90minutecynic📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/90minutecynic🎥 YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@90minutecynic📧 Get in touch: [email protected] you enjoy the show, please subscribe, leave a rating, and share with other Celtic fans 🍀The Cynic SubscriptionGet even more from The Cynic with a subscription to our premium content. Subscribers get access to around 32 podcasts per month and a growing archive of exclusive content covering Celtic FC Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Cynic Weekly – The original 90 Minute Cynic PodcastGall is joined by Stuart and Barry as they have their weekly discussion on all things Celtic, reflecting on a dramatic recent performance against St Mirren and looking ahead to the next crucial league fixture as the season reaches its defining stretch.Key discussion points:• What recent performances say about Celtic’s ability to deliver in big moments • Inconsistency, structure and whether the team has a clear identity• Standout contributions from key players and impact subs• The James Forrest debate and the value of experience in the squad• Recruitment analysis across different managers and what’s gone wrong• Media narratives and attempts to “rewrite” recent history• Early transfer links, including goalkeeper options• Fan action, atmosphere and the mood around the club• Predictions and key players ahead of the next fixture🍀 Subscribe (podcasts, writing & more): https://www.thecynic.co/subscribe🎧 Patreon (bonus podcasts, writing & community): https://www.patreon.com/90minutecynic SOCIAL MEDIA🐦 Twitter/X: https://twitter.com/90minutecynic📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/90minutecynic🎥 YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@90minutecynic📧 Get in touch: [email protected] you enjoy the show, please subscribe, leave a rating, and share with other Celtic fans 🍀The Cynic SubscriptionGet even more from The Cynic with a subscription to our premium content. Subscribers get access to around 32 podcasts per month and a growing archive of exclusive content covering Celtic FC Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Cynic Weekly – The original 90 Minute Cynic PodcastGall is joined by Stuart and Barry as they have their weekly discussion on all things Celtic and look ahead to the upcoming game against St. Mirren in the Scottish Cup.The panel break down what the win against St Mirren at the weekend tells us, while off-field noise ramps up. Attention also turns to the summer, with discussion around transfer targets, squad gaps and Celtic’s strongest XI as things stand.Key discussion points:• What the St Mirren win reveals about Celtic’s current level• Standout performers and areas still lacking• The mood around the club heading into the split• Boardroom change and shifting dynamics off the pitch • Media criticism and how fair it really is• Early transfer links and positions needing strengthened• What we want to see in the next St Mirren clash🍀 Subscribe (podcasts, writing & more): https://www.thecynic.co/subscribe🎧 Patreon (bonus podcasts, writing & community): https://www.patreon.com/90minutecynic SOCIAL MEDIA🐦 Twitter/X: https://twitter.com/90minutecynic📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/90minutecynic🎥 YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@90minutecynic📧 Get in touch: [email protected] you enjoy the show, please subscribe, leave a rating, and share with other Celtic fans 🍀The Cynic SubscriptionGet even more from The Cynic with a subscription to our premium content. Subscribers get access to around 32 podcasts per month and a growing archive of exclusive content covering Celtic FC Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Cynic Weekly – The original 90 Minute Cynic PodcastGall is joined by Boud, Stuart and Scott as Celtic head into the final stretch of the season with the title race on a knife edge. With the post-split fixtures now confirmed, the panel dig into what lies ahead and whether this team has what it takes to get over the line.The return of the Green Brigade, ongoing concerns around performances and the general chaos of the title race all add to a tense and unpredictable end to the campaign.We also give details of The Cynic LIVE SHOW – taking place in May.Key discussion points:• Full breakdown of the post-split fixtures and title run-in• Are Celtic actually in the strongest position despite the table?• Where points could be won and lost across the final games• Concerns over away form• How much this season will shape the club’s direction next year• The return of the Green Brigade and its potential impact• Media narratives and the noise surrounding the title race• Some fun Celtic-related games to finish the podcast🍀 Subscribe (podcasts, writing & more): https://www.thecynic.co/subscribe🎧 Patreon (bonus podcasts, writing & community): https://www.patreon.com/90minutecynic SOCIAL MEDIA🐦 Twitter/X: https://twitter.com/90minutecynic📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/90minutecynic🎥 YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@90minutecynic📧 Get in touch: [email protected] you enjoy the show, please subscribe, leave a rating, and share with other Celtic fans 🍀The Cynic SubscriptionGet even more from The Cynic with a subscription to our premium content. Subscribers get access to around 32 podcasts per month and a growing archive of exclusive content covering Celtic FC Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.