The Cynic | A Celtic FC Podcast
Episodes
The Cynic Weekly - Jon Mackenzie On The Spectre of Pep
John McKenzie discusses his new book, *The Spectre of Pep*, which traces the evolution of modern football tactics from Guardiola’s rise to the current landscape.
The Cynic Weekly - The Role of Fan Media at Celtic - Revisited
This episode of The Cynic Weekly features host Chris Gallagher and Ryan Fitzsimons alongside guests Tino and Quinny to discuss the ongoing ban on independent Celtic fan media.
The Cynic Weekly - Drastic Change Required At Celtic
Hosts Chris Gallagher, Ryan Fitzsimons, and Hamish Carton discuss Celtic’s recent poor form and the urgent need to sack manager Martin O'Neill.
The Cynic Weekly – Celtic Facing Uncomfortable Home Truths
Hosts Christopher Gallagher and Ryan Fitzsimons, joined by Paul McTaggart from Celtic Fans TV, discuss Celtic’s 3-1 Europa League defeat to Ferencváros and the club’s broader lack of ambition.
The Cynic Weekly - Celtic Rethink Required
Hosts Christopher Gallagher and Ryan Fitzsimons analyze Celtic's 3-0 defeat to Rangers, debating whether the loss is a one-off or a sign of deeper…
The Cynic Weekly – Are Celtic Ready For Rangers & Europe?
Hosts Christopher Gallagher and Ryan Fitzsimons review Celtic’s summer transfer window, ranking it a 6/10 due to last-minute panic signings and questions over loan players like Emi and Shim.
The Cynic Weekly - Celtic Undercooked Yet Again?
Hosts Chris Gallagher, Ryan Simons, and Chris Bowd discuss Celtic’s Champions League exit, criticizing the squad's poor conditioning and tactical naivety.
The Cynic Weekly - Will Celtic Go All Out?
Host Chris Gallagher is joined by Paul Carlin and Colin Kearney to discuss Celtic FC’s upcoming Champions League clash with LASK.
The Cynic Weekly - Celtic Back In The Big Time?
Hosts Chris Gallagher and Ryan Fitzsimons discuss Rio Hattiet’s transfer situation and the future of Anthony Ralston.
The Cynic Weekly - Celtic Are So Back!
Hosts Chris Gallagher and Ryan Fitzsimons are joined by guest Hamish Carton to discuss Celtic’s dominant 5-1 victory over Kilmarnock, highlighting…
The Cynic Weekly – 04.08.2026
Hosts Christopher Gallagher and Ryan Fitzsimmons launch the video version of The Cynic, discussing Martin O’Neill’s appointment and criticizing his outdated tactics.