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ORLA RIORDAN & BARRY HENNESSY: ‘Young men aren't seeking help until they're at crisis point!' | Eating disorders in men

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 19, 2026 53:45


Producer of ‘Dying to get ripped' Orla Riordan and former Limerick hurler Barry Hennessy join Eoin Sheahan in studio for a look into how eating disorders effect both men and women, ahead of eating disorder awareness week next week.If you are effected by any of the topics discussed in this interview, visit: https://www.bodywhys.ie/ or https://www.thelaurencetrust.co.uk/ Email support is available any time via: alex@bodywhys.ie.

"The Margins Are So Fine!" | The Morning Papers | Off the Ball Breakfast

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 19, 2026 47:54


Ger Gilroy, Arthur O'Dea, and Matthew Brennan discuss Thursday morning's talking points as Arsenal drop two crucial points at Wolves.Listen to live and exclusive commentary of Derry City's clash with Bohemians this Friday from 7 o'clock on Off The Ball on Newstalk and the GoLoud App.

CORMAC COMERFORD: ‘I went in expecting the worst but preparing for the best!' | The Winter Olympics

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 18, 2026 20:57


Alpine skier Cormac Comerford joins Eoin Sheahan fresh off the back of representing Ireland at the Winter Olympics.

THE NEWSROUND: Drogheda United chairperson Joanna Byrne being forced out? | Sexton ahead of England

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 18, 2026 29:39


Eoin Sheahan is joined in studio by Cameron Hill and Eoin Doyle for Wednesday's Newsround, as news has emerge from Drogheda United that chairperson Joanna Byrne TD is reportedly being forced out of her position over her comments about Ireland's Nations League draw against Israel.The Newsround on Off The Ball.

WORD ON THE STREET | Ep.39 PAMELA LEE | "A hunger to race" | Offshore sailing lifestyle | Empowering women | OFF THE BALL

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 18, 2026 34:48


It's not Thursday yet, but we couldn't wait to bring you this episode! Word On The Street sit down with Irish offshore sailor Pamela Lee, aiming to become the first Irish person to compete in the transatlantic Route du Rhum race this year. She tells us about how she took up offshore sailing, competing in the sport as a woman, and the business and commercial side of her career.Have a topic or thought in mind? Send us a DM on @offtheball on all our social platforms or send us a WhatsApp at 087 9 180 180!

‘Mourinho has been a hero of mine, but that line has lost it for me…' | Wednesday's Papers | OFF THE BALL BREAKFAST

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 18, 2026 27:13


We've got a bumper review of the morning's papers for you with Ger Gilroy, Arthur O'Dea, Vinny Perth & Dara Smith-Naughton all in studio after an interesting press conference from Jonny Sexton & some sorry scenes in Benfica's clash with Real Madrid.Catch The Off The Ball Breakfast show LIVE weekday mornings from 7:30am or just search for Off The Ball Breakfast and get the podcast on the Off The Ball app.SUBSCRIBE at OffTheBall.com/joinOff The Ball Breakfast is live weekday mornings from 7:30am across Off The Ball

‘They backed us in withdrawing from the Eurovision…' | Ireland-Israel, Edogbo abuse & GK memories | Tuesday's Papers | OFF THE BALL BREAKFAST

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 17, 2026 52:08


Colm Boohig, Arthur O'Dea & Barry Murphy run you through all of the latest sporting news, the morning after Keith Andrews' Brentford booked their place in the FA Cup 5th round with a hard-fought victory over non-league Macclesfield!There is also plenty of chat about goalkeepers, the Winter Olympics & far more serious stuff with the latest on Ireland's clash with Israel & the abuse of Edwin Edogbo.Catch The Off The Ball Breakfast show LIVE weekday mornings from 7:30am or just search for Off The Ball Breakfast and get the podcast on the Off The Ball app.SUBSCRIBE at OffTheBall.com/joinOff The Ball Breakfast is live weekday mornings from 7:30am across Off The Ball

THE NEWSROUND | Sexton on Sam & Jack | Carla Ward presser | CL action | OFF THE BALL

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 17, 2026 24:51


On tonight's Newsround, Eoin Sheahan, Mick McCarthy, and Cameron Hill bring you through the biggest sporting stories of the, as Johnny Sexton gives perspective on the Ireland no.10 debate, women's national team manager Carla Ward speaks to the press, and the Champions League returns... and a lot of pancake chatter

Who will Andy Farrell change? | ‘You could see an entirely new front row!' | Performance Rankings | OFF THE BALL BREAKFAST

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 16, 2026 46:25


Colm Boohig, Adrian Barry & Arthur O'Dea bring you this week's edition of the ever-controversial Performance Rankings!There is loads of chat around Ireland's underwhelming victory over Italy, a fantastic weekend of sport in Scotland, the lack of VAR in the FA Cup & Arthur brings one of the weekend's big Winter Olympics stories!Catch The Off The Ball Breakfast show LIVE weekday mornings from 7:30am or just search for Off The Ball Breakfast and get the podcast on the Off The Ball app.SUBSCRIBE at OffTheBall.com/joinOff The Ball Breakfast is live weekday mornings from 7:30am across Off The Ball

THE NEWSROUND | More rugby reaction | Andrews' Brentford face Arsenal | Olympics Update | OTB

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 16, 2026 26:02


Hey everybody, it's a new week and we have a Monday Newsround coming up for you all. Eoin Sheahan, Kathleen McNamee, and Stephen Doyle will bring you through the biggest sports news stories of the past couple days, in football, rugby, GAA, and more.

THE SUNDAY PAPER REVIEW: Ireland narrowly scrape past Italy, Ben O'Connor's No-Nonsense style, Winter Olympics & The FAI's Nations League debacle | OFF THE BALL

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 15, 2026 63:24


Adrian Barry is joined by Cliona Foley and Rory Keane for this week's edition of The Sunday Paper Review This weeks Sunday Paper Review is brought to you by Optimum Nutrition. We're delighted to team up with Optimum Nutrition, the world's number one performance nutrition brand, as they launch their new global campaign, The Optimum Advantage. With over 35 years at the top of performance nutrition, trusted by the world's best athletes, and a growing partnership with the IRFU, Optimum Nutrition are right at the heart of Irish Rugby.

IRE 20-13 ITA, Conroy is BACK & Kim's amazing win! | 'The scrum was eaten alive!' | THE SUNDAY NEWSROUND | OFF THE BALL

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 15, 2026 33:43


John Duggan is joined by Shane Hannon & Adrian Barry for this Sunday's Newsround!SUBSCRIBE at OffTheBall.com/join

"It hasn't stopped!" | Six Nations Preview | Dublin Rain

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 13, 2026 18:54


Eoin and Mick discuss the weather that has once again disrupted the LOI fixtures before they look at Ireland vs Italy!

RISTEÁRD COOPER Returns | Après Match | Eoin Sheahan impression | Press conferences in character

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 13, 2026 30:31


Risteárd Cooper co-creator of Après Match joins Eoin Sheahan in studio to discuss his career, impressions and new tour for his live show OUT OF HIS HEAD, which starts Feb 28th.

'The game should be boycotted' | Israel drawn in Ireland's group | Brentford 1-1 Arsenal | MORNING PAPERS

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 13, 2026 46:09


Shane Hannon, Vinny Perth & Arthur O'Dea chat through the morning headlines, following Arsenal's draw away to Brentford.The panel also discuss Ireland's Nations League group draw with Israel, this section begins at 28:27 minutes in.Catch The Off The Ball Breakfast show LIVE weekday mornings from 7:30am or just search for Off The Ball Breakfast and get the podcast on the Off The Ball app.SUBSCRIBE at OffTheBall.com/joinOff The Ball Breakfast is live weekday mornings from 7:30am across Off The Ball

The Racing Pod: Weather wreaks havoc on courses | Ante Post Markets at Cheltenham | Gowran Preview

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 13, 2026 32:37


Johnny Ward and Thom Malone bring you another episode of the Racing Pod where they preview all the weekends races, and chat through all the action, tips and betting ahead of the weekend.The Racing Pod on Off The Ball is brought to you by William Hill 18 + see gamblingcare.ie

"We'll Take A Little Break...." | The LONGEST Point in History? | The Crappy Quiz

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 13, 2026 50:46


Mick McCarthy is on quizmaster duties today as he puts Shane Hannon, Arthur O'Dea, and Ger Gilroy through their paces in this week's rendition of the Crappy Quiz.Brought to you by Optimum Nutrition

THE NEWSROUND: Ireland drawn with Israel in Nations League | Dyche Sacked | Farrell names squad

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 12, 2026 24:57


Eoin Sheahan is joined in studio by Cameron Hill and former EFL and LOI Football player Eoin Doyle on Thursday's Newsround where the biggest talking point by far is the tough group Ireland will face in the next edition of the Nation's League following the draw earlier today.

IRELAND DRAW ISRAEL - Reaction with Daniel Lambert | OFF THE BALL

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 12, 2026 14:55


Daniel Lambert joins Eoin Sheahan and Eoin Doyle on the line to give his reaction to the UEFA Nations League draw which saw Ireland drawn in the same group as Israel for the 2026 edition of the competition. Daniel Lambert and Bohemians proposed a motion that the FAI brought forward for Israel to be banned from European competitions, however that was not passed by UEFA.

John ‘FENNERS' Fendley: The end Soccer AM & driving Noel Gallagher's Rolls Royce...| OFF THE BALL BREAKFAST

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 12, 2026 45:48


Colm Boohig sits down with the former host of Soccer AM John ‘Fenners' Fendley for an in-depth chat from his time on the show & so much more outside of that!Catch The Off The Ball Breakfast show LIVE weekday mornings from 7:30am or just search for Off The Ball Breakfast and get the podcast on the Off The Ball app.SUBSCRIBE at OffTheBall.com/joinOff The Ball Breakfast is live weekday mornings from 7:30am across Off The Ball

"He's Talented Player, But I Don't Think He Has the Desire!" | The Morning Papers | Off the Ball Breakfast

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 12, 2026 40:51


Colm Boohig, Arthur O'Dea, and Keith Treacy bring you Thursday morning's headline, as Sean Dyche and Thomas Frank are sacked from their posts. Keith wonders if Florian Wirtz is physical enough for the Premier League?This week our live League of Ireland commentary comes from a sold-out Tolka Park as the 2024 champions Shelbourne, welcome 2025 champions Shamrock Rovers across the Liffey.Jonathan Higgins will be joined by Richie Towell in the gantry and you will be able to hear live and exclusive commentary on Off The Ball on your radios from 7 and on the GoLoud App.

THE NEWSROUND: Thomas Frank sacked! | Ireland suffer cricket World Cup blow | Premier League team news

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 11, 2026 23:55


Will O'Callaghan is joined in studio by Cameron Hill and Stephen Doyle for Wednesday's Newsround, after Spurs sacked Thomas Frank, while Ireland have been left with a question mark around skipper Paul Stirling, after defeat against Australia this morning.

MORNING PAPERS: "It feels like the World Cup is coming up too fast" | Spurs in trouble | United draw away to West Ham | Ireland prepare for Italy showdown | OFF THE BALL

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 11, 2026 43:50


Ger Gilroy, Adrian Barry and Arthur O'Dea bring you all the news from this morning's papers after a night which saw Tottenham Hotspur lose at home to Newcastle, putting them even further in danger, West Ham end Manchester United's win streak and a few late goals which saw Leeds come back from two goals down to get a draw against Chelsea. Don't miss a minute of rugby this month with an Off The Ball subscription! For a limited time only, you can get your first month for just €1, that's all your Six Nations coverage, expert analysis, specialist podcasts and more! Try OTB for a month for just €1 and see why Ireland's rugby fans never switch off. Download the GoLoud app and join in the obsession today Off The Ball Breakfast every weekday from 7:30AM

THE NEWSROUND: McClean's start at Derry | Carrick's reign at United | Olympic Cheating??? | OFF THE BALL

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 10, 2026 23:09


Former Ireland International Keith Treacy joins Will O'Callaghan and Cameron Hill to bring you all of the latest from the world of sport as we have 4 Premier League matches kicking off shortly after with Chelsea hosting Leeds United, Bournemouth travelling to the Hill Dickinson to face Everton, a Cristian Romero-less Tottenham Hotspur hosting Newcastle and Manchester United hoping to make it 5 wins in a row under Michael Carrick as they travel to London to play West HamThe Newsround on Off The Ball - Weekdays: 7PM

IRISH RUGBY: Existential crisis or massive overreaction? - ‘maybe we've peaked…' | Tuesday's Papers | OFF THE BALL BREAKFAST

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 10, 2026 45:55


Ger Gilroy, Colm Boohig & Arthur O'Dea run you through all of the morning's news, ahead of a bumper night of Premier League action!There's some chat around The Winter Olympics after Colm indulged in some ‘Normal Hill', Ger spent some time watching ‘Big Air' & Arthur spent his evening watching Figure Skating!The bulk of the conversation is around Irish rugby - and what is the root cause of the recent downturn in form… maybe it's all just one big overreaction?Catch The Off The Ball Breakfast show LIVE weekday mornings from 7:30am or just search for Off The Ball Breakfast and get the podcast on the Off The Ball app.SUBSCRIBE at OffTheBall.com/joinOff The Ball Breakfast is live weekday mornings from 7:30am across Off The Ball

WOTS Ep 38: 'Rossie to Aussie' | "30,000km, 28 countries, 3 continents and somehow my arse has withheld" | Fergal Guihen

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 10, 2026 25:47


Welcome back to Word On The Street where this week Susanna Mollen spoke to Fergal Guihen about his two year cycle from Roscommon to Sydney where he travelled over 30,000 km through 28 countries and 3 continents raising money for charity. Have a topic or thought in mind? Send us a DM on @offtheball on all our social platforms or send us a WhatsApp at 087 9 180 180!

EXTENDED NEWSROUND | VAR Drama | Seahawks on top | LOI at Aviva | O'Connor's incredible rant | OTB

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 9, 2026 50:41


It's Monday again, and it's time for an extended Newsround! Join Eoin Sheahan, Mick McCarthy, Stephen Doyle and Dion Fanning as they bring you through the biggest sports news of the past couple days

"Why is he playing in a team that have lost that many games?..." | Performance Rankings: Cork get revenge on Tipp, City complete comeback over Liverpool, Seahawks win the Superbowl & LOI is back! | OFF THE BALL BREAKFAST

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 9, 2026 37:40


Ger Gilroy, Colm Boohig and Arthur O'Dea are on hand to bring you all the reaction from a packed week of sport which included the Superbowl, won by Seattle Seahawks in a reverse result of Superbowl 49, a controversial end at Anfield which saw Manchester City keep the gap at 6 points between themselves and Arsenal, as well as the return of the League of Ireland.The lads go through the resurgence of Manchester United, Christian Romero's discipline issues, the spotlight on Ben O'Connor at Cork and Aston Villa's poor run of form.We apologise for the minor audio issues during this podcast.Don't miss a minute of rugby this month with an Off The Ball subscription! For a limited time only, you can get your first month for just €1, that's all your Six Nations coverage, expert analysis, specialist podcasts and more! Try OTB for a month for just €1 and see why Ireland's rugby fans never switch off. Download the GoLoud app and join in the obsession today Off The Ball Breakfast every weekday from 7:30AM

OTB SUNDAY NEWSROUND: Cork avenge Tipp | Is Fernandes a United legend? | Reflections on France

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 8, 2026 37:22


Join John Duggan, Adrian Barry & Shane Hannon for this week's Sunday Newsround on Off The Ball!SUBSCRIBE at OffTheBall.com/join

OTB Sunday Paper Review: France cast Ireland aside | Cranky managers | Straight-talking Ben O'Connor

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 8, 2026 80:24


OTB Sunday Paper Review: France cast Ireland aside | Cranky managers | Straight-talking Ben O'ConnorAdrian Barry is joined on The Sunday Paper Review today by columnist Roy Curtis and former Ireland rugby star Fiona Hayes. Today's Sunday Paper Review on Off The Ball is in partnership with Centra, make sure your fridge is match ready, to KICK OFF WITH A COLD ONE. Over 18's only. Drink responsibly. Get the facts. Visit drink aware.ie.SUBSCRIBE at OffTheBall.com/join

THE RACING POD: Dublin Racing Festival review | Newbury preview | Johnny Ward's Charity Bet

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 6, 2026 41:36


John Duggan and Johnny Ward are back for this week's Racing Pod, looking ahead to the weekend's racing, as well as the top stories from the week around the yards. They are also joined by Alex Dunn from William Hill. The Racing Pod on Off The Ball with William Hill. 18+ | Bet responsibly | http://GamblingCare.ie

THE CRAPPY QUIZ: ‘This is as close as I can remember!' | The return of the King!

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 6, 2026 55:20


Mick McCarthy is back hosting the Crappy Quiz, trying to keep Ger Gilroy, David Wilson and Arthur O'Dea in line on the shoutiest segment across a multitude of platforms! The Crappy Quiz on Off The Ball in partnership with Centra, make sure your fridge is match ready, to KICK OFF WITH A COLD ONE. Over 18's only. Drink responsibly. Get the facts. Visit drink aware.ie.

SIX NATIONS REACTION | Ireland humbled by France | Friday Papers | Off The Ball Breakfast

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 6, 2026 54:18


Colm Boohig, Arthur O'Dea, and Dara Smith-Naughton react to the first game of the Six Nations, that saw Ireland lose to France on a wet and windy night in Paris. Our reporter Susanna Mollen joins us on the line live from Paris to give us an insight into what the atmosphere and game-plan was like at the Stade de France last night.Our full chat continues with Alan Quinlan and Matt Williams, available with an Off The Ball subscription Don't miss a minute of rugby this month with an Off The Ball subscription! For a limited time only, you can get your first month for just €1, that's all your Six Nations coverage, expert analysis, specialist podcasts and more! Try OTB for a month for just €1 and see why Ireland's rugby fans never switch off. Download the GoLoud app and join in the obsession today

ELSA DESMOND: "It's a David vs Goliath situation" | Fighting for Olympic justice | Going to court for her Winter Olympics place | OFF THE BALL

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 5, 2026 26:59


Eoin Sheahan is joined by Irish Olympian Elsa Desmond to talk about the current factors that have put her out of a place at this year's Milan Cortina Winter Olympics in the Luge event, as well as her current back and forth hearings with the Court of Arbitration in Sport that has led to her missing out on the Games.

THE NEWSROUND: Continued France vs Ireland Build-Up | Olympic Controversy | Jarvis comes back | OFF THE BALL

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 5, 2026 9:34


Eoin Sheahan is joined by Cameron Hill, Vinny Perth and Fiona Hayes to take a quick look at the headlines from the sporting world prior to Ireland's showdown away to France.The Newsround on Off The Ball

'What happens if IRELAND WIN...?!' | Man City BREEZE by Newcastle | MORNING PAPERS

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 5, 2026 45:29


Ger Gilroy, Colm Boohig & Arthur O'Dea run through Thursday morning's papers, as they react to Manchester City's 3-1 win over Newcastle, the Six Nations opener tonight & more!Catch The Off The Ball Breakfast show LIVE weekday mornings from 7:30am or just search for Off The Ball Breakfast and get the podcast on the Off The Ball app.SUBSCRIBE at OffTheBall.com/joinOff The Ball Breakfast is live weekday mornings from 7:30am across Off The Ball

WOTS | Ep37 EOGHAN JENNINGS | “Didn't come across the world to not win” | Irish tennis talent in Aus | WORD ON THE STREET

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 5, 2026 31:14


Happy Thursday folks, we have another special episode for you today! While Susanna is off reporting at the Six Nations, Eve and Rachel interview 17-year-old Eoghan Jennings, who has recently returned from the Junior Australian Open, where he was just one win shy of a place in the Main Draw. We talk through his tennis hopes and dreams, training routines, his experience in Melbourne, and what it's like to be on the cusp of a tennis career.Have a topic or thought in mind? Send us a DM on @offtheball on all our social platforms or send us a WhatsApp at 087 9 180 180!

THE NEWSROUND: Carabao Cup semi final team news | Caelan Doris' captain's run | RIP John Virgo

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 4, 2026 24:59


Dion Fanning joins Cameron Hill and Eoin Sheahan in studio for Wednesday's Newsround as the second Carabao Cup semi-final is about to get underway, while Caelan Doris speaks a day before Ireland get their Six Nations campaign underway in Paris.

RIP JOHN VIRGO: Say Goodnight, JV | The John Virgo Interview | Legendary snooker player and broadcaster passes away aged 79

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 4, 2026 22:10


Back in 2019, OTB's resident snooker superfan Shane Hannon sat down with legendary player and broadcaster in the press conference area of The Crucible Theatre in Sheffield for a wide-ranging interview.They talked the success of Big Break, his Salford upbringing, the unique Alex Higgins, and gambling in the 80s.Virgo passed away on Wednesday the 4th of February aged 79.

Is nostalgia a force for evil?... and Arsenal's unstoppable ascent | OTB Breakfast

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 4, 2026 48:08


Ger Gilroy, Colm Boohig and Arthur James O'Dea were back in studio this morning with all manner of major sports stories to chat through. After an initial diversion to consider the quality of Marco Pierre White's steaks (and his writing ability), they got stuck into hurling's manliness, Arsenal's doggedness and the dangers (or joy) of sporting nostalgia. The conversation ends just as we started talking to Pat Nevin about last night's League Cup semi-final second leg clash between Arsenal and Chelsea, but if you want to hear that you'll need to be an OTB member! Enjoy! Catch The Off The Ball Breakfast show LIVE weekday mornings from 7:30am or just search for Off The Ball Breakfast and get the podcast on the Off The Ball app.SUBSCRIBE at OffTheBall.com/joinOff The Ball Breakfast is live weekday mornings from 7:30am across Off The Ball

LIVE REACTION to 'exciting' Ireland squad to face France... | OTB Breakfast | Is Pep on the way out?

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 3, 2026 47:15


Ger Gilroy, Colm Boohig & Arthur O'Dea run through some busy morning headlines, as Dara Smith-Naughton joins to react to Ireland's squad due to play France on Thursday.Catch The Off The Ball Breakfast show LIVE weekday mornings from 7:30am or just search for Off The Ball Breakfast and get the podcast on the Off The Ball app.SUBSCRIBE at OffTheBall.com/joinOff The Ball Breakfast is live weekday mornings from 7:30am across Off The Ball

THE NEWSROUND | 6 Nations squad news | EFL Cup semi-finals | FIFA Drama | OFF THE BALL

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 3, 2026 26:50


Hey folks, Tuesday's Newsround coming at ya with Eoin Sheahan, Mick McCarthy and Cameron Hill. They'll bring you through the biggest sporting news stories of the past couple days ahead of a hectic week for Irish sport

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