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The Spoony Chop: A St Johnstone FC Podcast

DC Thomson
Dundee United
St Johnstone FC
Scottish Football
Dundee FC
Raith Rovers
Jim Goodwin
Football
Scottish Championship
Scottish Premiership
Derek Adams
Dundee
Scottish Cup
Celtic
Aberdeen FC
January Transfer Window
Craig Levine
Kim Pioca
Wotherspoon
St. Johnstone
Championship

The Courier’s football podcast, with a special focus on St Johnstone FC

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Latest Episodes

St Johnstone made life difficult for themselves in midweek but now find themselves with an eight-point lead at the top of the table. Eric Nicolson and Stuart Cosgrove assess a game of extremes in Airdrie and ask – who is going to challenge the runawa... more

St Johnstone produced another statement win in their top of the table clash with Raith Rovers - but was Rovers boss Barry Robson right about his side not deserving to lose? In this week's Spoony Chop, Courier Sport Saints writer Eric Nicolson, plus S... more

Stuart Cosgrove returns to this week's Spoony Chop to discuss the weekend's HUGE clash with Raith Rovers in Kirkcaldy. Will Josh Rae have a worldy for Raith? Will Scott Brown come back to haunt Saints? Or will Simo Valakari's side just keep doing wha... more

It proved to be a frustrating deadline day for St Johnstone but has the transfer window been a success as a whole and will there be further squad additions now that it’s closed? Stuart Cosgrove makes his Spoony Chop return to discuss the road ahead w... more

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Recent Guests

Colin McCredie
A celebrity fan of St Johnstone FC
Episode: Easter Road horror show a one-off? w/ guest Colin McCredie
Stan Harris
Former St. Johnstone CEO, Vice Chairman
St. Johnstone FC
Episode: The Houston Four, with Stan Harris
Ryan McGowan
Current footballer and former player for St Johnstone FC
Livingston FC
Episode: Keeping the Faith, with special guest Ryan McGowan
Jim McInally
Dundee United legend and former player
Dundee United
Episode: Dundee United prove doubters wrong, with special guest Jim McInally

Host

Eric Nicolson
Host and prominent commentator on St Johnstone FC, known for insightful analysis and community engagement.

Reviews

4.5 out of 5 stars from 120 ratings
  • A dumb move

    Just tuned in interestedly to listen to the podcast to hear the views after Round 1 of the new 24-25 season.

    Disappointed to find the old podcast has been ‘hi-jacked’ and is even more insular than before, only focusing on the 2 Dundee teams - they’ve dropped St Johnstone!

    My biggest gripe with the previous show was that its coverage largely neglected Fife and Angus clubs under the Courier’s publication catchment…now it’s shrunk even further!!

    I will be unsubscribing from this podcast now, and... more

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    Saltire CC
    Australiaa year ago
  • Anti United Podcast

    None of them go to United games each week, the presenter didn’t even acknowledged he has never seen United this Season but feels empowered to run the rule over the squad and who is not good enough. Joke podcast

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    tango83
    United Kingdoma year ago
  • Anti United Podcast

    None of them go to United games each week, the presenter didn’t even watch the full Raith v United game live on TV.

    A total joke of a podcast for United fans who have the biggest support in the area by far.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    tango83
    United Kingdom2 years ago
  • Terrible audio

    Decent podcast and Jim adds a bit of insight from his time at United but my god the sound mixing is atrocious! I’m sure a bit of it is Jim muttering but at times it’s genuinely hard to hear a word he’s saying. PLEASE even out the volume of the voices and make the whole podcast at least 20% louder because what should be a good listen is absolutely ruined right now

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    MAve8
    United Kingdom2 years ago
  • Anti United Podcast

    United have by far the biggest support out of the 3 teams. United Airdrie had significantly more fans than the St Johnstone Dundee game but this shower can’t report properly on the game. A token 8 minutes or so is a disgrace

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    tango83
    United Kingdom2 years ago

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Some feedback indicates disappointment with coverage that may feel insular or lacking broader club perspectives, prompting critiques.
Listeners appreciate the knowledgeable and professional insights from the hosts, highlighting their familiarity with local football.
Overall, there is a consensus around the engaging format and depth of discussion, making it valuable for local football enthusiasts.

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#194
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#161
Belgium/Sports/Soccer
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#182
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Talking Points

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A live Q & A with Jim Goodwin
Q: How do you assess the campaign so far, particularly in the context of the massive rebuild that you had to do over the close season?
Jim reflected on the challenges of rebuilding after relegation, balancing the budget, and the efforts made behind the scenes to strengthen the squad and maintain competitiveness.
A live Q & A with Jim Goodwin
Q: How are things ahead of the Wraith Rovers game?
Jim highlighted it as a massive game, noting that both teams are in good form, and he's focused on maintaining their unbeaten status in the league.

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Content revolves primarily around St Johnstone FC, discussing recent match performances, player evaluations, and management strategies. Episodes often feature lively debates between hosts about tactical decisions, the impacts of player transfers, and the emotional dynamics of supporting a struggling team. Unique insights from the hosts, who are likely connected to the local journalism scene, provide listeners with a deeper understanding of the club's context within Scottish football, especially regarding local rivalries and the emotional experiences of fans. Episodes often reflect on the past, address current issues, and project future expectations for the team, capturing the essence of local football culture.

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