Talk with us, not at us
Summary
Host Harry Brady is joined by Matthew of Hill Hill History and Keith McGindy to discuss Celtic’s slow summer transfer window and the resulting fan frustration. The trio analyzes the "Schrodinger’s transfer window" phenomenon, where rumors abound but few deals are confirmed, leading to deep mistrust between supporters and the board. They explore how broken promises regarding European progress and poor communication since the pandemic have eroded faith, suggesting that even major signings may not fully repair the relationship without significant structural changes.
Topics discussed
Intro, weather chat, and transition to transfer window
Critique of Celtic's transfer inaction and board performance
Brendan Rodgers' return and expectations for European success
Failed transfers, Dahlberg saga, and fan frustration
Psychological impact of COVID and broken trust with the board
Lack of vision, poor communication, and media relations
Can the board-fan relationship ever be fully repaired?
Improving fan engagement and utilizing fan media
Media management strategies and historical context
Political analogies, final thoughts, and subscription details
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