Courier Talking Football: Dundee FC, Dundee United, St Johnstone and other east coast Scottish clubs
198 episodes - English - Latest episode: 7 days ago - ★★★★★ - 5 ratingsThe Courier’s football podcast, with a special focus on the Dundee clubs and St Johnstone
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Tony Docherty ticks every box as Dundee boss
April 16, 2024 13:43 - 1 hour - 93.8 MBIn this week’s Courier Talking Football podcast, Jim Spence and Eric Nicolson assess why the Dundee manager is perfectly suited to his Dens Park job, discuss the squad changes Jim Goodwin will need to make at Tannadice over the summer and the improvements needed for St Johnstone to stay in the Premiership.
Dundee’s pitch concerns and top six battle
April 09, 2024 13:14 - 1 hour - 92.3 MBThe Dens Park playing surface held up better than the Dundee team last weekend. On this week’s Courier Talking Football Jim Spence, Craig Cairns and Eric Nicolson discuss what will need to be done at Dens to sort out the playing surface and what needs to be done to get over the line as the Premiership split looms large.
Dundee United prove doubters wrong, with special guest Jim McInally
April 02, 2024 14:10 - 1 hour - 86.3 MBDundee United emerged from their biggest game of the season so far as 2-0 winners over title rivals Raith Rovers. On this week's Courier Talking Football, Sean Hamilton, Jim Spence and special guest, United legend and ex-Dundee star Jim McInally, discuss the Tangerines standing up to pressure and Dundee's move into the Premiership's top six after their win over St Johnstone, who were again left cursing VAR.
Dundee United v Raith Rovers: Who will win biggest mentality battle of season?
March 26, 2024 14:43 - 59 minutes - 81.7 MBThe Championship title race is incredibly tight going into the biggest game of Dundee United and Raith Rovers' season so far. The pressure on both sides at Tannadice on Saturday will be collossal and, on this week's Courier Talking Football, Jim Spence, Sean Hamilton and special guest Lee Wilkie discuss who might cope better, Dundee targeting three points at St Johnstone and the likelihood of the Perth side's season remaining unresolved until the death.
EPL sides eye Dundee United stake - but one has eyes for another SPFL club
March 19, 2024 11:29 - 1 hour - 88.3 MBReports have linked English Premier League sides Brentford and Brighton with a possible new stake in Dundee United. On this week's Courier Talking Football, Jim Spence, Eric Nicolson and Sean Hamilton discuss the possibility of owner Mark Ogren diluting his Tannadice shareholding, another rain-related postponement at Dundee and St Johnstone's chances of staying above Ross County in the race to avoid the play-offs.
Make or break for Dundee's top six hopes
March 12, 2024 15:38 - 1 hour - 83.1 MBDundee face the Premiership's crisis club Aberdeen as the race for the top six hots up for Tony Docherty's side. On this week's Courier Talking Football, Jim Spence, Eric Nicolson and Sean Hamilton discuss how every point is potentially massive for the Dark Blues, St Johnstone's lack of matches around their weekend meeting with Celtic, Dundee United's 4-0 win over Arbroath, the mounting pressure on Raith Rovers and whether this summer could bring off field change at Tannadice.
Pressure is mounting on Dundee United
March 05, 2024 15:16 - 59 minutes - 82.3 MBBoth Dundee United and Raith Rovers stumbled over chances to put daylight between themselves and their challenger over the weekend. Is the pressure getting too much for the Championship title rivals? On this weeks' Courier Talking Football, Jim Spence, Eric Nicolson and Sean Hamilton talk about the Tangerines' title bid, Dundee's move to tie up star man Luke McCowan on a new contract and St Johnstone's four points from Aberdeen and Livingston.
Dundee United selection dice roll pays off for Jim Goodwin
February 27, 2024 15:36 - 1 hour - 91.3 MBJim Goodwin handed Mathew Cudjoe a rare start against Queen's Park - and Dundee United emerged victorious. On this week's Courier Talking Football, Jim Spence, Eric Nicolson and Sean Hamilton discuss a roll of the dice by United's boss, with Cudjoe and Miller Thomson both benefiting, what constitutes success for Dundee this season and worrying trends at St Johnstone.
Dundee United face big test of character after Raith stumble
February 20, 2024 13:12 - 1 hour - 91.5 MBDundee United missed their big chance to all-but secure the Championship title by losing at Raith Rovers. On this week's Talking Football, Jim Spence, Eric Nicolson and Sean Hamilton discuss the big tests to come for the Tangerines, HUGE news at St Johnstone as owner Geoff Brown enters sale talks with a possible US buyer and Dundee's strengthening top six credentials.
Dundee v St Johnstone ticked two BIG derby boxes
February 13, 2024 15:06 - 1 hour - 88.1 MBWhether or not Dundee v St Johnstone can be called a Tayside derby is a matter of debate. But Sunday's clash between the sides at Dens certainly had the energy and controversy of a derby match. On this week's Courier Talking Football, Jim Spence, Eric Nicolson and Sean Hamilton discuss the Dark Blues' victory, another VAR talking point and the fallout from Saints captain Liam Gordon's late clash with Dee striker Michael Mellon. Also on the agenda, Dundee United's chance to stretch their lead...
Are Dundee tooled up for a European push?
February 06, 2024 13:06 - 1 hour - 85 MBDundee's winter recruitment has seen them exit January stronger than they entered it. After their emphatic win over Livingston, a point in Aberdeen and another performance in which they showed they can hurt Hearts, should Tony Docherty's Dark Blues be recalibrating their ambitions for the season? On this week's Courier Talking Football, Jim Spence, Eric Nicolson and Sean Hamilton discuss this, a possible change in attacking approach from newly pacey St Johnstone and Dundee United moving four...
'Strategic alliance' unlikely to be limit for Burnley owners at Dundee
January 23, 2024 11:50 - 1 hour - 90.2 MBAfter Dundee and Burnley's owners formalised their link, Jim Spence, Eric Nicolson and Sean Hamilton discuss the ramifications, including Burnley chief Alan Pace's comments about taking a potential stake in the Dark Blues. Also up for discussion this week, St Johnstone's under par Scottish Cup display at Airdrie and Dundee United's opportunity to stretch their lead in the Championship.
Is Dundee clubs groundshare a discussion worth having in brave new financial world?
January 16, 2024 15:04 - 1 hour - 89.2 MBThe Courier Talking Football returns after its festive break with plenty leftover chestnuts to roast over a red hot open fire. Providing the heat this week - Dundee United's big financial losses, Dundee's new stadium plan and whether either could have any effect on the other going forward. United's re-ascent of the Championship and signing of St Johnstone legend David Wotherspoon, Dundee's pitch woes and Saints' January transfer business.
Dundee United’s transfer needs and Derek Adams’ Dundee meltdown
December 19, 2023 15:58 - 1 hour - 88.5 MBDundee United find themselves playing catch up in the Championship after Raith Rovers' victory at Tannadice. But could a couple of shrewd January signings turn the tide in their favour? On this week's Courier Talking Football, Jim Spence, Eric Nicolson and Sean Hamilton discuss a big week in the Championship for United, Dundee's tantrum-sparking late win over Ross County and a superb St Johnstone win over Hibs.
A live Q & A with Jim Goodwin
December 13, 2023 13:06 - 49 minutes - 68.7 MBJoin host, Alan Temple for a live Q & A event with Dundee United, manager Jim Goodwin that took place on the 12th of December at DC Thomson HQ in Dundee.
Dundee United and Raith set for ’swashbuckling’ clash
December 12, 2023 13:26 - 1 hour - 88.5 MBDundee United welcome Raith Rovers to Tannadice on Saturday for the biggest game of the Championship season so far - and fans are likely to be in for a thrilling contest. On this week's Courier Talking Football, the panel discuss the Tangerines' chances against Ian Murray's never-say-die Fifers, more Dundee VAR pain and St Johnstone owner Geoff Brown's latest interview
Raith Rovers look the real deal in Championship title race
December 05, 2023 12:49 - 1 hour - 92.7 MBYet another last-gasp win has given Raith Rovers the chance to leapfrog Dundee United at the top of the Championship. Ahead of a massive few weeks for Dundee United, Courier Talking Football digs into the Tangerines' requirement to get back to winning ways, Raith's title credentials, a painful - yet encouraging - Dundee showing at Motherwell and further signs of a St Johnstone recovery.
DON’T PANIC!
November 28, 2023 15:19 - 1 hour - 84.6 MBAfter a second successive shock cup defeat, Dundee United fans are getting edgy. But should they be? On this week's Courier Talking Football, Jim Spence, George Cran and Sean Hamilton discuss the Tangerines' knockout wobbles, what Dundee supporters can take from their side's narrow loss to Hibs, Craig Levein's first taste of defeat as St Johnstone boss and Dick Campbell's departure from Arbroath. After a second successive shock cup defeat, Dundee United fans are getting edgy. But should they...
Will Jim Goodwin show teeth after Dundee United cup stumble?
November 21, 2023 15:36 - 1 hour - 90.5 MBDundee United may have crashed out of the SPFL Trust Trophy to Falkirk - but does it matter? On this week's Courier Talking Football, Jim Spence, Eric Nicolson and Sean Hamilton discuss how the Tangerines' boss should react to his side's first proper stumble since the summer. Also up for discussion: Dundee's chances of putting distance between themselves and Hibs, the dramatic potential of St Johnstone's trip to Hearts and Arbroath's worsening form.
Dundee make statement as United and Raith pull more rabbits out of hat
November 14, 2023 16:04 - 1 hour - 87.2 MBDundee's 4-0 win over St Mirren came via a performance the Dark Blues have been threatening all year. Are they now in European contention? On this week's Courier Talking Football, Jim Spence, Eric Nicolson and Sean Hamilton discuss this, Dundee United and Raith Rovers' shared late goal ability and St Johnstone's first win of the Craig Levein era.
Craig Levein is back in the dugout - does St Johnstone move make sense?
November 07, 2023 14:38 - 50 minutes - 69.5 MBOne of the biggest managerial names in the Scottish game is back in the dugout with St Johnstone. On this week's Courier Talking Football, Jim Spence, Eric Nicolson and Sean Hamilton talk Craig Levein at St Johnstone, Dundee's chances of making a statement against St Mirren and Dundee United staying unbeaten against Duncan Ferguson's Inverness.
Who will St Johnstone turn to as Dundee climb table and United shine?
October 31, 2023 16:02 - 1 hour - 90.2 MBSt Johnstone sacked Steven MacLean as manager after their 4-0 loss to St Mirren. Who should the Perth club turn to next? And is the priority Premiership survival or building for the future? On this week's Courier Talking Football, Jim Spence, Eric Nicolson and Sean Hamilton discuss Saints' options, Dundee's push up the table and United continuing to impress in their promotion push.
Dundee United ’juggernaut’ gathers pace as Dundee & St Johnstone seek ’transformative’ wins
October 23, 2023 14:23 - 1 hour - 84.2 MBDundee United swatted aside Partick Thistle to further enhance their title credentials ahead of Friday night's clash with Arbroath. On this week's Courier Talking Football, Jim Spence, Eric Nicolson and Sean Hamilton talk unlikely goal machine Kevin Holt's hat-trick, Dundee's chances of surging up the Premiership and St Johnstone being just a returning striker or two away from being a team on the rise.
Do table-topping Dundee United have even more to give?
October 09, 2023 14:52 - 1 hour - 84.2 MBDundee United remain unbeaten in the Championship after fighting back to claim a draw in their top-of-the-table clash with Raith Rovers. But can they get even better? Jim Spence, Sean Hamilton and George Cran discuss this, Louis Moult the goal machine, St Johnstone giving supporters - and their manager - hope and Dundee owners' Tim Keyes and John Nelms' purchase of Dens Park.
Two-goal Tony Watt gives Jim Goodwin ’number 9’ dilemma as Dundee United turn on style
October 02, 2023 14:59 - 1 hour - 84.2 MBTony Watt took advantage of Louis Moult's injury to stake his claim for ownership of Dundee United's 'number 9' spot with a double against Queen's Park. But should he keep it if Moult is fit for next week's huge clash with Raith Rovers? On this week's Courier Talking Football, Jim Spence, Eric Nicolson and Sean Hamilton discuss this, United's stylish win over Queen's, two refereeing decisions that killed St Johnstone's hopes of victory over Livingston and Dundee's solid Premiership start ah...
Dunc v Dick, Moult v Injury, Dundee v Ref, Saints v Relegation
September 26, 2023 13:52 - 55 minutes - 75.6 MBSt Johnstone’s loss at Hibs was a big downer for Perth fans – but their next game against Livingston looks potentially season defining, even at this early stage. This week, Jim Spence, Eric Nicolson and Sean Hamilton discuss whether they can drag themselves off the foot of the Premiership, Dundee’s chances of a win at Hibs, Tony Watt’s chance to shine in Louis Moult’s absence at Dundee United, Duncan Ferguson’s return to Scottish football with Inverness and his first match – against Dick Cam...
Dundee’s Tony Docherty v Kilmarnock’s Derek McInnes: To whom does result matter more when old pals clash?
September 18, 2023 13:29 - 1 hour - 82.5 MBDundee boss Tony Docherty and Kilmarnock manager were a partnership for years. On Saturday they will go head-to-head for the first time when their respective teams meet at Dens Park. But to which of the old pals does the result matter more? On this week’s Courier Talking Football, Jim Spence, Eric Nicolson and Sean Hamilton discuss that juicy chestnut, along with the Dark Blues’ loss to Celtic, whether Dundee United are getting enough out of match-winning talents Tony Watt and Glenn Middleto...
Can Dundee United go unbeaten in Championship?
September 11, 2023 14:42 - 1 hour - 84 MBThe Tangerines eased past Dunfermline in the SPFL Trust Trophy and are now preparing for their return to league action against Greenock Morton. Jim Goodwin's side Have started the season well. But can they keep it going? In this week's Courier Talking Football, Jim Spence, Eric Nicolson and Sean Hamilton discuss the Tangerines' chances of extending their unbeaten run, whether yet another manager will pay with their job for losing to St Johnstone when Michael Beale's Rangers visit Perth on S...
Is Owen Beck the next Andy Robertson?
September 04, 2023 15:05 - 53 minutes - 48.9 MBDundee have a star player in their side and will do well to keep their on-loan Liverpool left back for the full season, St Johnstone need to hang in there while their new-look team gels and winning without flare shouldn't be a concern for Dundee United.
’Human error’ helps Dundee as points roll in for United and St Johnstone
August 29, 2023 08:48 - 1 hour - 87 MBOn this week's Courier Talking Football, Jim Spence, Eric Nicolson and Sean Hamilton talk Dundee's 1-0 over Hearts, aided by a 'wonder goal' from Luke McCowan. Also up for discussion is United's swatting aside of Ayr United and St Johnstone's superb draw at Celtic Park.
The St Johnstone transfer ’gamble’ Steven MacLean was forced into
August 22, 2023 15:12 - 1 hour - 84.1 MBOn this week’s episode, Jim Spence, Eric Nicolson and Sean Hamilton talk ongoing squad re-shaping at St Johnstone, Dundee's chances against Hearts and Dundee United's challenge in navigating a very competitive Championship.
Ogren ‘reinvigorated’, MacLean ‘riled’, Docherty ‘reflective’
August 14, 2023 13:51 - 1 hour - 83 MBOn this week’s episode, Jim Spence, Eric Nicolson and Sean Hamilton discuss Dundee United owner Mark Ogren’s latest visit, the Tangerines’ draw with Dunfermline, Dundee’s wastefulness at St Mirren and St Johnstone boss Steven MacLean’s fury over his side’s dismal Ross County display.
Could Louis Moult surpass Lawrence Shankland at Dundee United?
August 08, 2023 14:56 - 1 hour - 57.3 MBOn this week’s episode, Jim Spence, Eric Nicolson and Sean Hamilton discuss Dundee United’s flying start in the Championship, Dundee’s ‘Entertainers’ potential in the Premiership and under-resourced St Johnstone’s need for more new faces.
The big new season preview for St Johnstone, Dundee and United
July 31, 2023 14:01 - 1 hour - 57.7 MBThere's trepidation for Saints, excitement at Dens and a sense of the unknown for the Tangerines
Dundee under construction, St Johnstone for sale, United on holiday
June 08, 2023 15:05 - 1 hour - 124 MBIn this week's Courier Talking Football, Jim Spence, Eric Nicolson and Sean Hamilton discuss Dundee's continuing squad building under new boss Tony Docherty, the sale of St Johnstone moving into a new phase and the calm before the transfer window storm at Tannadice.
New managers to perform squad surgery at Dundee, United and St Johnstone
June 01, 2023 12:23 - 1 hour - 115 MBOn this week's Courier Talking Football podcast, Jim Spence, Eric Nicolson and Sean Hamilton discuss Dundee United's relegation to the Championship and what Jim Goodwin needs to steer a course back to the top flight, Tony Docherty's requirement for an entirely new squad at just promoted Dundee and Steven MacLean's first attempt at shaping his own Saints side.
Missing out on managerial target No. 1 is no disaster - as long as Dundee move quickly for No. 2
May 18, 2023 12:46 - 45 minutes - 84.2 MBOn this week's Courier Talking Football, Eric Nicolson, Sean Hamilton and Craig Cairns discuss Dundee's pursuit of Callum Davidson and what his: 'Thanks, but no thanks," means. Also up for discussion is Dundee United and St Johnstone's increasingly fraught situation near the bottom of the Premiership table, what Saints fans can expect from the young loanees returning to their squad this summer and new ownership at Raith Rovers.
Dundee FC - what next?
May 09, 2023 12:13 - 58 minutes - 108 MBDundee have won the Championship - and with it promotion back to the Premiership. But who will be their manager in the top flight? On this episode of the Courier Talking Football podcast, Jim Spence, Eric Nicolson and Sean Hamilton discuss Dee boss Gary Bowyer's future after bookmakers made him favourite to take over at Blackpool and whether ex-St Johnstone boss Callum Davidson is a readymade replacement? Also up for debate is the weekend's Tayside derby between Saints and Dundee United -...
Are Dundee FINALLY in Championship driver’s seat?
April 05, 2023 12:55 - 59 minutes - 110 MBOn this week's Courier Talking Football Podcast, Jim Spence, Eric Nicolson and Sean Hamilton discuss Dundee hitting form at just the right time, Dundee United's need for wins as reward for improved performances and St Johnstone's requirement to play with freedom against Ross County.
Has Jim Goodwin boosted Dundee United safety hopes? And we WON’T talk about VAR (actually we will)
March 22, 2023 12:12 - 1 hour - 118 MBOn this week's Courier Talking Football, Jim Spence, Eric Nicolson and Sean Hamilton discuss Dundee United under Jim Goodwin - an improved side? Also up for debate is St Johnstone's worst first half of the season at Kilmarnock and Dundee's boosted title hopes after an impressive display against Ayr United.
The Jim Spence-Mark Ogren phone call that sheds light on Dundee United owner’s mood amid Tannadice turmoil
March 02, 2023 13:53 - 55 minutes - 101 MBLiam Fox has been sacked, Tony Asghar has left, Craig Levein was spoken to, Jim Goodwin was appointed and a consortium put down a marker that a bid to takeover the club could be in the making. This has been no normal week at Dundee United. In the latest Courier Talking Football podcast, Jim Spence, Sean Hamilton and Eric Nicolson discuss the many Tannadice hot topics, Dundee's stuttering title tilt and St Johnstone's trip to Tynecastle.
Mark Ogren jets in for high stakes Dundee United v St Johnstone clash
February 17, 2023 12:23 - 53 minutes - 97.4 MBIt’s 'Legends Day' at Tannadice on Saturday but will a reminder of past glories inspire or inhibit Dundee United in their crucial Premiership clash with St Johnstone? And could it be the match that sees Saints end fears of going down and sparks a serious top six push? In this week’s Talking Football podcast, Jim Spence, Sean Hamilton and Eric Nicolson preview the clash of the two top flight Tayside rivals and discuss Dundee’s new-found ability to flex their Championship muscles.
Dundee United fans want answers after disappointing transfer window
February 02, 2023 15:28 - 47 minutes - 87 MBOn this week's Courier Talking Football, Jim Spence, Eric Nicolson and Sean Hamilton discuss Dundee United fan anger during and after their defeat at Kilmarnock, St Johnstone's "most complete performance of the season" away to Motherwell and Dundee's enhanced title credentials.
SJohnstone fan fury needs nipped in bud, Tony Watt looks like moving on and Gary Bowyer needs backed
January 13, 2023 16:10 - 55 minutes - 101 MBSt Johnstone fan fury at the Rangers Scottish Cup tie ticket episode hasn’t dissipated. In this week’s Talking Football podcast, Jim Spence, Sean Hamilton and Eric Nicolson discuss the Perth club’s handling of the issue and what needs to happen to get supporters back onside. Also on the agenda is the team’s urgent need for a reset, the growing likelihood of Tony Watt leaving Dundee United and Gary Bowyer’s frustrations for the second transfer window since he arrived at Dens Park.
St Johnstone for sale, Dundee for the title and United reinvented?
December 20, 2022 13:16 - 50 minutes - 93 MBCourier Talking Football returns with the Scottish Premiership and on this week's episode, Jim Spence, Eric Nicolson and Sean Hamilton chew over the "for sale" sign slapped on St Johnstone by owner Geoff Brown, Dundee's mounting Championship title credentials and United's post-World Cup moment of truth.
Shaun Byrne born again at Dundee?
November 18, 2022 14:39 - 1 hour - 134 MBOn this week's Courier Talking Football podcast, Jim Spence, Eric Nicolson and Sean Hamilton discuss Shaun Byrne's return to action with Dundee - and whether he should remain in the side as they push for promotion from the Championship. Also up for discussion is the importance of the World Cup break for Liam Fox and Dundee United, St Johnstone's rediscovery of their battling DNA and Ray McKinnon's return to management with Forfar Athletic.
Watt a result for Dundee United
November 02, 2022 16:50 - 1 hour - 119 MBThis week on the Courier Talking Football podcast, Jim Spence, Eric Nicolson and Sean Hamilton discusses Tony Watt victory over VAR after his controversial red card against Motherwell was downgraded to a yellow. Also up for discussion is goalkeeping uncertainty at Tannadice, St Johnstone's battling win over Kilmarnock and whether the guys have any faith in Dundee.
Is dog eat dog Championship letting Dundee off the hook?
October 26, 2022 13:30 - 57 minutes - 106 MBOn this week's Courier Talking Football podcast, Jim Spence, Eric Nicolson and Sean Hamilton talk about Dundee's up and down form and whether the uber-competitive nature of the Championship is helping them stay in touch with the league leaders. Also up for discussion are Dundee United's attempts to play their way out of trouble after their terrible start in the Premiership and whether St Johnstone are really better off than at this point last season.
Are Dundee United ’out of excuses’?
October 06, 2022 13:45 - 1 hour - 120 MBIn this week's Courier Talking Football, Jim Spence, Eric Nicolson and Sean Hamilton discuss Dundee United's defeat to St Johnstone and what it could mean for the still winless Tangerines. Also up for discussion is Saints' midweek stumble at Kilmarnock, Theo Bair's first goal for the Perth side and inconsistent Dundee's Cove Rangers wobble.
The big Dundee United v St Johnstone preview as Nicky Clark and Glenn Middleton aim to prove a point
September 27, 2022 15:47 - 1 hour - 126 MBOn Saturday, Dundee United and St Johnstone clash in a Premiership match of enormous importance – even this early in the season. In this week’s Talking Football podcast, Jim Spence, Sean Hamilton and Eric Nicolson dissect the pre-game talking points. They include – Will Liam Fox be a different manager now he’s got the United job on a permanent basis? Are the hosts likely to regret letting Nicky Clark leave? What is holding Glenn Middleton back? Which three centre-halves will Callum Dav...