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Ronnie O'sullivan
World Championship
Mark Selby
Judd Trump
John Higgins
Championship League
World Snooker Championship
Kyren Wilson
Neil Robertson
Ali Carter
Crucible Theatre
Mark Williams
UK Championship
Welsh Open
Shanghai Masters
Masters
World Open
German Masters
John Virgo

Nick Metcalfe and Phil Haigh talk about the game we all love.

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Latest Episodes

End of term time for the Talking Snooker duo.

Here's our review of the 25-26 season, from Stephen Maguire's Championship League victory last summer through to an unforgettable World Championship triumph for Wu Yize at the Crucible.

From Phil and Ni... more

Nick and Phil reflect on a wonderful World Championship triumph for Wu Yize, who beat Shaun Murphy in a classic final at the Crucible.

There's also talk about two memorable semi-finals, including an incredible missed black from Mark Allen.

We'll re... more

Phil and Nick are joined by one of the UK's very best sports broadcasters, Rishi Persad, as the World Championship builds to its climax.

Rishi is fabulous value here on growing up in the Caribbean, his big break in sports media and some of his incre... more

We are back and we are once more outside the iconic Crucible Theatre with our famous fan slot. This time, it's Addy Dirichs from the brilliant German snooker community, a man who lives and breathes this sport and has a book collection like no other. ... more

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Recent Guests

Rishi Persad
Sports broadcaster
BBC/ITV/BT Sport
Episode: Talking Snooker Episode 252 - LIVE FROM SHEFFIELD: Rishi Persad World Championship special
Addy Dirichs
Member of the German snooker community, author of books on snooker
German snooker community
Episode: Talking Snooker Episode 251 - LIVE FROM SHEFFIELD - World Championship latest with Super Fan Addy Dirichs
Roddy Bisset
Press Officer, World Snooker Tour
World Snooker Tour
Episode: Talking Snooker Episode 249 - LIVE FROM SHEFFIELD: World Championship 2026 Preview
Rob Walker
Broadcast & Events producer
World Snooker Tour
Episode: Talking Snooker Episode 249 - LIVE FROM SHEFFIELD: World Championship 2026 Preview
Shane MacDermott
Journalist, fellow sport media attendee
Various newspapers
Episode: Talking Snooker Episode 249 - LIVE FROM SHEFFIELD: World Championship 2026 Preview
Gareth Hall
Listener/guest contributing questions and commentary
Episode: Talking Snooker Episode 248 - Zhao Xintong wins Tour Championship + World Championship qualifying
Neal Foulds
Former professional snooker player and commentator
TNT Sports
Episode: Talking Snooker Episode 236 - Masters 2026 Preview with Neal Foulds
David Gastrel
Referee and independent table fitter with a passion for Q sports
Independent Table Fitter
Episode: Talking Snooker Episode 232 - LIVE FROM YORK... Tony Meo Trophy + UK Championship latest
Daniel Wells
Professional snooker player with nearly two decades of experience.
Episode: Talking Snooker Episode 230 - Fifth Birthday Special: Special guest Daniel Wells + Mark Selby wins Champion of Champions

Hosts

Philip Haigh
Host with extensive snooker coverage and event insight.
Nick Metcalfe
Co-host known for insightful analysis and interview conversations.

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 232 ratings
  • Fantastic 👏🏻

    Great chat and guests. Always enjoy each episode from start to finish.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    DamienConnolly
    Ireland6 months ago
  • Excellent podcast for the snooker enthusiasts

    Really am grateful to have this podcast to listen too, the interviews and in-depth analysis of matches and players really does give credit to the two guys. Well done and congratulations on your 200th episode. Ross147

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    fOrZaXxfUsIoN
    United Kingdoma year ago
  • Richard Perrins

    Excellent podcast covering all things Snooker and also not afraid to veer into other interesting but related topics. Nick and Phil complement each other exceptionally and their journalistic nous is clear to see/hear. The only Snooker podcast I listen to currently as don’t feel the need to venture elsewhere. Often have excellent guests also. Highly recommended.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Wacky Rich
    United Kingdom2 years ago
  • If you love snooker this is the podcast for you!

    Excellent podcast always with great guests and interesting topics 👌

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Bex 5452
    United Kingdom2 years ago
  • Top notch stuff

    A great listen. Just don’t ask what Phil has for breakfast…. Better than Ken Doherty’s fried frogs though

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    adamjfisher
    Mexico3 years ago

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Listeners praise deep snooker knowledge and balanced interviewing style.
Guests and interviews are consistently high quality, with strong coverage of major events.
Show is seen as a must-listen for serious snooker fans and media professionals.

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Talking Snooker Episode 218 - Liam Pullen special
Q: How do you manage the pressures of being a young player on the tour?
Liam indicated that maintaining the right mindset is key and that learning from past experiences is vital.
Talking Snooker Episode 218 - Liam Pullen special
Q: What are your thoughts on the atmosphere and pressure at Q School?
Liam described it as intense, as players are competing for their careers, with little camaraderie amidst the competition.
Talking Snooker Episode 218 - Liam Pullen special
Q: How are you feeling about your season so far?
Liam expressed that he feels good about how his life is going now and is looking forward to upcoming competitions.
Talking Snooker Episode 215 - Sam Craigie special
Q: How did you manage the time without playing from the mental side?
Sam found it tough initially, but occupying his time with gaming and avoiding snooker helped.
Talking Snooker Episode 213 - Michael McMullan special
Q: Why do you think Stephen Hendry is the greatest player of all time?
Because of the context of how he dominated the sport during his peak years, and the comparisons to players like Ronnie O'Sullivan.

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What is Talking Snooker about and what kind of topics does it cover?

Two longtime snooker-focused hosts bring in-depth analysis, interviews, and behind-the-scenes color from the world of snooker. Across episodes they cover major tournaments (World Championship, Masters, Welsh Open, German Masters) and season-long narratives, blending match commentary with industry insights, venue decisions, broadcasting challenges, and player stories. Notable strengths include long-form conversations with players, journalists, and broadcasting figures, live-from-event discussions, and a strong emphasis on the sport's global growth and cultural impact, especially in the UK, Europe, and China. This show tends to attract listeners who crave technical analysis, match context, and candid perspectives from the snooker media and in... more

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2. Addy Dirichs
3. Roddy Bisset
4. Rob Walker
5. Shane MacDermott
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7. Neal Foulds
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