Cooney & Danny
Summary
Musicians from the band The Wakes recount their unexpected invitation to the Celtic FC away trip to Cape Verde, sharing humorous anecdotes about bonding with players like Peter Grant and Joe Miller. They discuss their journey from Irish dance shows to becoming resident musicians at Glasgow’s Kitty O’Shea’s, reflecting on how football culture shaped their lives. The episode also covers recent international matches, the emotional atmosphere of the Scotland vs. Scotland game, and the contrast between their rigorous touring past and current relaxed lifestyle.
Topics discussed
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Welcome and introduction of Cooney and Danny
First impressions at Edinburgh Airport
Backgrounds and moving to Glasgow
Football culture in Glasgow and Kitty O'Shea's
The Celtic Park experience and crowd size
Airport transfers and Peter Grant's role
Car ride dynamics and Peter Grant's warmth
Initial banter and settling in
Meeting through the Irish Celtic show
Working in Florida and visa renewals
Joining the Young Wolf Tones
Connecting with Irish dancers in Disney
How they got the Kitty O'Shea's gig
Moving to Glasgow during COVID
Buying a house in Cumbernauld
Arriving during the second lockdown
Creating entertainment during lockdown
Online shows and fan interactions
Recovering from the Cabo Roy trip
London Marathon charity sponsorship
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Celtic fans' indifference to international football
Scotland's goals and pub reactions
Emotional moments during the Scotland game
Playing before and after the match
Discussing Cape Verde and Senegal matches
Talking about young players and Mbappe
Fantasy football and World Cup discussions
Global viewership of the World Cup opening
Celtic Park regulars and Duff
Dressing room banter and thick skin
Professionalism and unexpected behavior
Chinese whispers and funny stories
Collie's influence and next year's invite
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Irish Celtic production scale
Comparing tour life to football routines
Performing in various venues
Tour lengths and travel experiences
Balancing touring with personal life
Extended stays in Paris
The grass is always greener
Packing gear and private house parties
Van life and band dynamics
Intense travel schedules in Spain
Van conditions and Tartan Army comparisons
Sam Adams and final requests
Joe Miller's request and Grant's dig
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