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Some of the biggest names in GAA in Ireland discuss the major talking points of the week – on and off the pitch. Michael Verney and Will Slattery among others delve into the best stories with former players like John Mullane, Dick Clerkin, Eddie Brennan and Philly McMahon analysing the games and other All-Stars like Pat Spillane and Joe Brolly dropping in along the way.
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Former Limerick hurler Andrew O’Shaugnessy is Michael’s guest for this week as he recalls memories of his playing career, as he gives his reasons why the Limerick team have been able to make the breakthroughs that did not happen in his time. Andrew also talks about living with multiple sclerosis and using his positive mindset, and how he has balanced hurling with a life in the defence forces. Our GAA Podcast coverage is with thanks to AIB See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Westmeath’s Tommy Doyle and Laois’s Enda Rowland join Michael for this week’s Indo GAA, discussing their recent intercounty retirements. How do you know when it’s time to step away? How much of your life do you have to put on hold for your intercounty career? How do you deal with criticism and pressure? The lads chat through all of those questions and more on the pod. They also dive into their battles against each other, and discuss what it’s really like to operate in hurling’s shadows. Our GAA Podcast coverage is with thanks to AIB. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Dublin football legend Ciaran Whelan joins Joe in studio to chat about his memorable life and times. A self-acknowledged 'Dublin Inbetweener' who missed out on All-Ireland glory during his time in blue, he relives the emotions of watching his former teammates end a 16-year wait for Sam Maguire, the indelible marks of near misses which predated 2011, and some of the iconic games he partook in during the vibrant nineties & noughties. Ciaran also talks about how football has evolved during his time in punditry, the critiques which have followed, and his recent ascent to the rank of Sunday Game 'senior analyst'. You can subscribe to our dedicated Indo Sport YouTube page here: https://www.youtube.com/@IndoSportPodcast 📹 Our GAA Podcast coverage is with thanks to AIB 🏐 See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Joe is joined by Martin Breheny and Michael Verney as they pull back the curtain on what it is like to be on the GAA All Stars committee. Martin explains why he resigned from the voting panel and didn't return for 14 years while Michael goes through what the debates will be like in the room this week and how the voting process works. Joe also asks Martin about his experience working with DJ Carey on his autobiography in 2013. Our GAA coverage on the Indo Sport podcast is sponsored by AIB.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
On this week’s edition of Indo GAA John Mullane joins Michael to chat through the movers and shakers from the hurling club championship, recall memories from ‘Monday Clubs’ and All Star trips and discuss potential favourites for the All Ireland. The lads also dive into their picks for Young Hurler of The Year, Player of The Year and Team of the Year, as well as reflecting on the recent retirements of Declan Hannon and Patrick Horgan. Finally, John also talks about his link to De La Salle Camogie Club as they continue to kick on in the All Ireland series. Our GAA Podcast coverage is with thanks to AIB. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Pat Spillane joins Michael for this week’s Indo GAA, discussing all the latest from the club championship - from Dingle’s big win, to the Grimley brothers’ double success and everything in between. They also chat through Kieran Donaghy’s appointment to the Kerry backroom team, and why that might be a master stroke from Jack O'Connor - as well as the influence of the AFL on the GAA. First though, Pat provides a debrief on his trip to Nashville, and talks about the comparisons between Lionel Messi and David Clifford. Our GAA Podcast coverage is with thanks to AIB. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
On this week’s Indo GAA, Michael was joined by Tony Considine - a key member of the management team during Clare’s 1995 All Ireland hurling final victory. 30 years on, Tony recalls his memories of that magic season alongside Ger Loughnane and Mike McNamara, diving into how the group built up to the big day in Croke Park versus Offaly. They also discuss how the match itself played out, and the lasting legacy that was left by those involved on that occasion. Our GAA Podcast coverage is with thanks to AIB. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Head of Sport, Leisure & Childhood Studies at MTU Cork, Cian O'Neill, joins Michael on this week's edition of the Indo GAA podcast - exploring the “all consuming” nature of elite level coaching and management in gaelic games, and discussing an ongoing study in relation to the topic. He also dives into what it's like to work alongside Jack O'Connor in the Kerry backroom team, how you coach a top player like David Clifford and why teams can’t just “copy and paste” tactics when it comes to the new rules. Our GAA Podcast coverage is with thanks to AIB. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Former Cork manager John Meyler joins Michael for this week's edition of the Indo GAA podcast, ahead of a fundraiser for his former Kilmoyley starlet Tim O’Brien. Tim's life changed forever after a road accident in 2010 left him paralysed from the neck down at just 18. A talented underage hurler, Tim has faced unimaginable challenges with courage and determination. After years living at home with his late parents, who were his devoted carers, Tim now resides in a care facility in Galway. His family are currently working to bring him back home to North Kerry. As part of that effort, a special fundraising hurling match featuring a host of inter-county stars and legends will take place in Kilmoyley on October 25th. You can support the campaign and find out more at idonate.ie/crowdfunder/HurlingforTim. On today's podcast, John also delves into the year that was for the Cork senior hurling team, the recriminations which followed, and what the future looks like under Ben O'Connor. Our GAA Podcast coverage is with thanks to AIB.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
1Joe is joined in studio by Kerry legend Marc Ó Sé to discuss his new book reflecting on his family's 40 years of service to Kerry football. Marc chats to Joe about growing up with Darragh and Tomás and playing for his uncle Páidi. His tense relationship with Jack O'Connor and where David Clifford ranks among Kerry greats is on the menu too. Our GAA coverage on the Indo Sport podcast is in association with AIB.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Pat Spillane joins Niall McIntyre after a weekend where Croke Park was alive in September - but for another code. Spillane also remembers his first All-Ireland win in 1975, talks about his admiration for Offaly and its sportstars and asks why Donegal has more players on the All-Star nominations than Kerry. Our GAA Podcast coverage is with thanks to AIB See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Niall McIntyre is in the presenter’s seat this week as John Mullane joins to break down some major talking points from the hurling world as Henry Shefflin returns to Kilkenny as under-20s boss. The lads also break down the GPA’s request for better player support, and ask if integration will be as expensive as they say. First, producer Shane Brennan joins to talk about Johnny Doyle’s incredible service to Allenwood. Our GAA Podcast coverage is with thanks to AIB See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Pat Spillane is back and ready to rock with his views on Ger Brennan’s backroom team, the Kerry club structure and the need for more focus on the West of Ireland, and why central plans have yet to bear fruit. First, Niall McIntyre joins Conan to reflect on the controversies erupting across the club scene. Our GAA Podcast coverage is with thanks to AIB See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Michael Verney and Niall McIntyre recap all the latest news from the club championship, in both hurling and football terms. The duo chat through how the respective competitions are heating up across the country and how intercounty stars like Conor McManus and Tony Kelly continue to shine on the club scene. They also dive into the drama that unfolded at the Páirc Uí Chinnéide, the beauty of long range frees, and the different impacts a strong breeze can have on teams. GAA podcast coverage is brought to you by AIB. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
John Mullane joins Michael Verney to shed light on the lay of the land in the hurling world as things stand, from the club championship to movement in the intercounty management scene. The pair discuss Ballygunner’s dominance in Waterford and how The Déise’s county team have their ‘Duck’s in a row with the appointment of Donal O’ Rourke to their backroom team. They also chat through Eddie Brennan’s departure from the pod as he links up with Derek Lyng’s Kilkenny, as well as the possibility of Ben O'Connor attempting a ‘clear out’ at Cork. Our GAA podcast coverage is in association with AIB. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Colm Parkinson joins Conan in studio for a wide-ranging chat about the unique journey he undertook to become one of the GAA's most high-profile & outspoken voices. From precocious early days as an underage starlet with Laois, through a tumultuous senior career, as well as the flight risks & fallouts which followed. We also delve into his rollercoaster relationships with legendary figures like Mick O'Dwyer & Jim McGuinness, why he doesn't subscribe to shying away from conflict, the flaws in modern GAA coverage, his own novel journalism path, and the reasons he believes RTE would never hire him. If you'd like to get in touch with the show, email us at indosportpodcast@independent.ie ✉️ You can subscribe to our dedicated Indo Sport YouTube page here: https://www.youtube.com/@IndoSportPodcast 📹See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Michael Verney and Niall McIntyre team up for another club game update, eith Niall coming fresh from EP and the lads still in awe at Paudie Clifford's magic goal. GAA podcast coverage is brought to you by AIBSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Pat Spillane joins Michael Verney to give his appraisal of Jack O'Connor's extended stay in the Kerry hotseat, as the Kingdom's bid for a 40th Sam Maguire title begins in earnest. He also reflects on some eye-catching club action, not least the latest raft of wizardry from the Clifford brothers, and suggests that Jim Gavin's Áras pursuit should be the least of his political ambitions. Our GAA podcast coverage is in association with AIB.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Shaun Patton joins Conan to reflect on Donegal's run to the All-Ireland Final, and the in-camp reaction to their Final defeat to Kerry. Shaun also delves into his unique trajectory to the top of the intercounty game, the significance of his soccer background, and the interwoven art of goalkeeping across both sports.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
John Mullane joins Michael Verney to run the rule over the news that Pat Ryan will not be returning as Cork hurling manager next season, with the overhang of the All-Ireland final defeat still looming large over the county. The lads break down the public noise, whether the need for change was too much for Pat Ryan to stay, and what next for the Rebels. Our GAA Podcast coverage is with thanks to AIB If you'd like to get in touch with the show, email us at indosportpodcast@independent.ie ✉️ You can subscribe to our dedicated Indo Sport YouTube page here: https://www.youtube.com/@IndoSportPodcast 📹 See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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michael has no idea and is painful to listen to and no the box ticking woman whats next?