The Snooker Hall Podcast

Unpopular opinions on snooker, analysis of the latest tournaments, correspondence from The Snooker Hall Community and a string of fantastic guests from all corners of the snooker world; journalists, referees, players, coaches, superfans and more. Get in touch: contactus@thesnookerhall.com

Episode 67 - The Magician wins the British Open

Rob Francis returns to the podcast to celebrate Shaun Murphy lifting the Clive Everton trophy in Cheltenham. The Magician looked imperious this week.We also look at the opening chapter of the season and before tackling some correspondence on Judd Trump, future success for Chinese players on the tour and Mark Allen's win at the English Open.Get in touch: contactus@thesnookerhall.com

09-30
01:14:55

Episode 66 - An epic battle in Brentwood

Discussion on Mark Allen's hard fought victory at the English Open in Brentwood, some thoughts from fans, Leo Scullion and the referee for the final, Kevin Dabrowski.Get in touch: contactus@thesnookerhall.com

09-23
30:27

Episode 65 - Jeddah review, Wuhan preview

Analysis of Neil Robertson’s victory in Jeddah. Are we are seeing a concerning pattern emerge with him in high profile matches? Comments on other notable performances, including some praise for Ronnie O’Sullivan!!I also take a look ahead to the Wuhan Open and some of the more intriguing first round matches.Email: contactus@thesnookerhall.com

08-21
21:37

Episode 64 - Shanghai review and Jeddah preview

Quick analysis of the 2025 Shanghai Masters and a few talking points around the Saudi Arabia Snooker Masters in Jeddah.If you have any thoughts or stories to share, get in touch via email: contactus@thesnookerhall.com

08-07
20:16

Episode 63 - Season preview with Michael Day

Michael Day of Totally Snookered pops into The Snooker Hall to look ahead to the new season. Topics under discussion are the new world champion, which players from China are most likely to continue that success, Mark Selby's illustrious career to date, the longevity of the Class Of '92 and much more!

07-17
01:15:13

Episode 62 - Ian Burns joins the podcast

Pro player Ian Burns pops into The Snooker Hall to talk about his successful visit to Q School, life on the pro tour and his recent foray into snooker coaching.

07-04
54:30

Episode 61 - Neal Foulds joins the podcast

Neal Foulds joins The Snooker Hall Podcast to talk about his commentary career, the highlights of the 24/25 season and we look ahead to a new snooker campaign.

06-20
01:12:11

Episode 60 - Michael Holt joins the podcast

The incomparable Michael Holt speaks about a potential revolution in snooker coaching and his own experience as a coach. The Hitman also shares some strong opinions on a range of topics including his own return to the pro tour, the future of the Snooker World Championship, the impact of Zhao Xintong's Crucible triumph, the evergreen Mark Williams and of course, an upcoming European adventure for his beloved Nottingham Forest.

05-26
59:15

Episode 59 - Andres Petrov returns to the podcast

Estonia's first snooker pro, Andres Petrov shares his thoughts on last season's Q Tour, the batlle to return to the pro tour and he opens up regarding his struggles with mental health.

05-16
54:19

Episode 58 - Jackson Page joins the podcast

Double maximum man Jackson Page speaks about his career, his relationship with Mark Williams and his history making match against Allan Taylor, when he knocked in those two 147 breaks.

05-12
32:49

Episode 57 - Analysing the Snooker World Championship 2025

A look back at the historic 2025 World Championship, won by Zhao Xintong. Some obligatory rants about bad commentary and punditry, but lots of praise for an incredible tournament.

05-07
43:28

Episode 56 - 2025 World Championship draw reaction

I take a quick look at each of the matches in the first round of the 2025 World Championship and make my predictions. I think we will see some upsets.

04-18
21:00

Episode 55 - Judgment Day preview with David Caulfield

Despite both us feeling less than 100%, David Caulfield, writer for SnookerHQ, returns to the podcast to look at the standout matches in the final round of qualifying for the 2025 Snooker World Championship.

04-15
38:54

Episode 54 - Tour Championship review with Nigel Slater

The man behind SnookerChat returns to The Snooker Hall Podcast to look back at the 2025 Tour Championship in Manchester. Nigel and I both make our predictions for who will win the World Championship.

04-08
59:25

Episode 53 - Florian Nuessle joins the podcast

After winning a Q Tour Global Playoff and qualifying for the main snooker tour next season, Florian Nuessle takes his career to even loftier heights by making a guest appearance on The Snooker Hall Podcast. I jest, of course!Florian opens up about his journey through The Q Tour to WST and his high stakes showdown with Andres Petrov in Antalya. We also talk about the state of snooker in mainland Europe and what the future holds for the sport.

03-28
38:22

Episode 52 - The Players' Series events and Q Tour Playoffs

The Snooker Hall Podcast is back! I share my experience of the World Grand Prix final in Hong Kong and what this victory means for Neil Robertson. Analysis of the Q Tour Playoffs in Antalya, Kyren Wilson’s dramatic win at the Players’ Championship and a small moan about the snooker calendar and the Tour Championship draw.

03-24
21:15

Episode 51 - World Open analysis and preview of World Grand Prix

I look back at John Higgins' victory at the 2025 World Open and I single out some highlights from the upcoming World Grand Prix in Hong Kong. To end the episode, I share some correspondence from The Snooker Hall Community.

03-03
18:21

Episode 50 - Kevin Dabrowski joins the podcast

I spoke with snooker referee Kevin Dabrowski about his journey to the pro tour, his career to date and several other aspects of the snooker world. Of course, we discuss the much publicised Hossein Vafaei incident too!!

02-19
38:57

Episode 49 - Welsh Open review, various rants and a new idea for a snooker game show

A look back at the 2025 Welsh Open, won by "The Jester" Mark Selby. I analyse other narratives which ran through the event, leading to a few trademark rants and I share correspondence from The Snooker Hall community.

02-17
28:32

Episode 48 - Welsh Open preview with Martin O'Donnell

2024 Welsh Open finalist Martin O'Donnell joins me to talk about the history of the event and his run to the showpiece match last year.

02-08
48:51

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