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Joe, Dan McDonnell and Conor McKeon assemble for a Tuesday episode of Bits and Bobs that deals with the fallout of Jim Gavin's failed presidential campaign and asks why we put our sportspeople on a pedestal. Ireland's intimidating trip to Portugal, Stephen Kenny's disappointing season and the FAI's budget boost are all on the menu too.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Miguel Delaney is on hand to recap the weekend that was in the Premier League, as Liverpool's recent blip saw them undone once more at Stamford Bridge. Is this just an early recalibration problem for Arne Slot's new-look side, or a cause for more concern? Football coverage on the Indo Sport podcast is in association with Sky Sports. 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.
Joe is joined by Irish Independent Ireland editor Fionnan Sheehan to discuss Jim Gavin's withdrawal from the presidential election. Fionnan discusses the story he broke over the weekend regarding rent Gavin owed to a former tenant, which prompted his withdrawal, as well as the various missteps by his campaign up to this point. Gavin's media performances and what's next for the former Dublin manager are on the menu too. 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.
Joe Molloy, Will Slattery & Ruaidhri O'Connor convene to steer you into the weekend on this Friday edition of Bits & Bobs. 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.
Joe 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.
The URC returned as Leinster were scoreless, Ulster’s attack was on song, Connacht reflected Stuart Lancaster’s impact and Craig Casey and Jack Crowley both impressed for Munster. Joe is joined by Ian Madigan and Cian Tracey in studio to break it all down. Keep an eye out on the Indo Sport YouTube page for Ian’s analysis of Ulster’s ‘best space’. Follow the page here: https://www.youtube.com/@IndoSportPodcast Rugby on Indo Sport is brought to you by Energia See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
From his unlikely beginnings as a trainee hairdresser in Kent, Tony Cascarino rose to become a hero to millions of Irish fans and a star at one of France’s most prestigious clubs. But his life and career weren't without tumult. Ahead of the release of his new documentary on RTE 1, Cascarino chats to Joe about those various peaks and valleys he experienced on and off the pitch. 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.
Joe is joined by Will and the returning Ronan, back just in time for Indo Sport’s first birthday celebration. They debrief on their experience of the NFL in Dublin, chat through the mailbag reaction to Europe’s Ryder Cup victory and discuss which reality TV show would be most likely to see a crossover from an Indo Sport team member. Finally, they also debate a listener's selections for the GAA All Star team of the century - and put Will’s knowledge on this specialist subject in the test.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Former Ireland international Gary Breen joins Joe to recap the Premier League weekend that was on this Monday's edition of The Football Show, after Arsenal capitalised on Liverpool's lapse at Crystal Palace to close the gap in the early going. Joe & Ronan also react to news of a rare Damien Duff sighting, Arne Slot's not-so-subtle shade, Ruben Amorim's ticking clock, and Caoimhin Kelleher's penchant for penalty kicks. 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.
The Ryder Cup was an all-time classic as America made Sunday interesting with a storming comeback. Alan Shipnuck and Conor McKeon join Joe to run the rule over a tournament that will be remembered for steel inside the ropes and bile outside them 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.
The NFL's maiden game in Ireland saw the 'hometown' Pittsburgh Steelers notch a memorable 24-21 win over the Minnesota Vikings. Shane Brennan & Ronan Mullen convene at Croke Park to reflect on the landmark occasion. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Joe is joined by Conan and Will for a Friday episode of Bits & Bobs that touches on the beauty of a Ryder Cup sunrise on a Friday morning, the importance of the All-Star awards and whether Ted Lasso is actually any good. We got a big response to our NFL in Dublin podcast with Dave Zirin and the lads respond to your emails and discuss the arrival of America's biggest sports league.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Ireland co-captain Sam Monaghan joins Will to review a World Cup campaign that has given Irish rugby plenty of reason to carry momentum. She also breaks down what it was like to be on field during the biting incident against France. Will and Sam also preview this weekend's Rugby World Cup final between England and Canada Rugby on Indo Sport is in association with EnergiaSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Will Slattery is joined by Ruaidhri O'Connor to discuss the big impact Stuart Lancaster could have at Connacht ahead of the URC kick off this weekend. The challenges facing Richie Murphy at Ulster and whether Ireland's stars might suffer a Lions hangover are on the menu too. Ruaidhri finishes up by giving his prediction on who will win the URC, the Champions Cup and how the four provinces will get on this season. Rugby coverage on the Indo Sport podcast is brought to you by Energia.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
As the NFL rolls into town this week, Joe chats to US journalist Dave Zirin to discuss whether Ireland should welcome America's biggest sporting organisation with open arms. Dave argues that the NFL's relationship with the US military and the White House means Ireland should be wary of hosting Sunday's game in Croke Park. Before that, Will and Shane Brennan join Joe to discuss how the Ireland game came about, the prospect of more NFL games coming here and to give an insight into the two teams in Dublin, the Pittsburgh Steelers and the Minnesota Vikings.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
For this Tuesday Bits & Bobs, Daniel McDonnell (dubbed DAN in our emails) join Joe and Will for a round-up of all that’s happening - including a Ballon D’Or ceremony that missed our calendars, but produced an interesting winner in football’s answer to the Oscars. Elsewhere, we chat about whether Ireland’s athletics fandom is deep or of a bandwagon nature, Dan catches us up with the FAI’s confusion over their Oireachtas pull-out, and Will sets the scene for the URC’s return. Plus - 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.
Joe is joined by Conor McKeon from Bethpage and golf writer John Huggan to look ahead to this weekend's Ryder Cup showdown between Europe and America. Conor gives all the latest from New York, where Donald Trump is set to appear on Friday. John then joins Joe to break down the two teams and discuss the hostile atmosphere facing Europe on American soil this weekend.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Joe is joined by Damien Delaney to discuss why top teams are now relying on long throws, packed defences and other old-school tactics. Arsenal's draw with Man City was a game in stark contrast to some of their high quality matches in recent years and Damien has a theory as to why managers are going down that route. He also reminisces on his time under Sam Allardyce and delves into Nathan Collins' recent struggles. Before that, Conan and Will join Joe as Conan gives a breakdown of Aston Villa's early-season struggles. Our football coverage on the Indo Sport podcast is brought to you by Sky Sports. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Cathal Dennehy dials in after the World Athletics Championships in Tokyo to recap some sensational performances from Irish athletes, with Kate O’Connor winning silver in the heptathlon despite injury as Cian McPhillips runs a fast time yet finishes fourth in the 800m final 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.
Daniel McDonnell joins Joe and Will for this Friday Bits & Bobs, where Conor McKeon’s fatherly advice is still ringing in the ears from the last edition. The lads are in a debating mood - including the new touch-finder tip-off, GPA grants, jazzing up the Ryder Cup and Dan’s take on celebrity political candidates. 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.
Brilliant interview with Quinner...Iove his insight and honesty and how he views the LOI and coaching funding.