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On episode 251 I am delighted to be joined by Michael Darragh Macauley, one of the defining figures of Dublin's golden era. The Ballyboden St Enda's man won an incredible eight All-Ireland titles, alongside 10 Leinster titles and five National Football League medals. He was a two-time All Star and was named GAA/GPA Footballer of the Year in 2013 after a standout season with Dublin. Known for his explosive, aggressive style and fiercely competitive personality, he became a central character in one of the most dominant teams in Gaelic football. After retiring from inter-county football in 2021, Michael Darragh has continued to build a career focused on community, fitness, media and making an impact beyond sport.In this episode we go back to the serious knee injury at 20 that threatened to end his football career before it had truly begun.Michael Darragh explains how rejection from the Dublin panel, a summer playing football in San Francisco and rediscovering his love for the game changed his trajectory.We explore the culture inside the Dublin dressing room and the mentality that helped them claim 6 All-Ireland titles in a row. He shares what he learned from Pat Gilroy's management style and why internal competition was such a crucial part of Dublin's success.We discuss the major defeats that shaped the team and how Dublin turned painful losses into lessons that fuelled their dominance. Michael Darragh opens up about the death of his father in 2013 and how that difficult period influenced his Footballer of the Year season. We explore his identity away from the traditional image of a professional athlete, from basketball and hip-hop influences to maintaining a life outside football. Finally, we discuss retirement, finding purpose beyond elite sport, community work, and the legacy he hopes to leave behind. Note this was recorded in late July. This episode is sponsored by ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Sport Expo Ireland⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠,  a brand-new event taking place at the Sport Ireland Campus on April 21st and 22nd, 2027.  Designed to connect stakeholders from every corner of the Irish sporting landscape. Attendees will hear from leading voices in sport, take part in interactive workshops and masterclasses, explore the latest developments in elite performance, business and technology. Whether you're involved in elite performance, grassroots, business, or simply passionate about where Irish sport is heading, ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Sport Expo Ireland ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠is set to become one of the most exciting gatherings on the sporting calendar. To learn more, register your interest, and explore opportunities, visit ⁠⁠https://qrco.de/bgrRu3 ⁠⁠. Limited time offer use the code SIDELINE15 for a discount off your ⁠⁠⁠⁠@sportexpoireland⁠⁠⁠⁠ tickets. Follow The Sideline Live Social Media channels and the host Orla here: ⁠https://linktr.ee/TheSidelineLive⁠Recorded using Samson Q2 microphone, Edited using GarageBand Intro music, Watered Eyes by a talented Irish artist, Dillon Ward If you are looking to set up your own podcast get in touch with the Prymal Productions team ⁠⁠⁠⁠www.prymal.ie⁠⁠⁠

The Classic was a podcast from Off The Ball, digging into the real-life drama behind some of sport's most fascinating stories.In episode 1, The Brawl, revisits the infamous 1996 All-Ireland football final and replay between Mayo and Meath — the “one in a million” bounce that forced a second day in Croke Park, and the 130 seconds of chaos that became one of the most controversial moments in GAA history.Featuring voices from both camps, including John Maughan, David Brady, John Casey, Liam McHale, Tommy Dowd and Colm Coyle, this is the story of belief, discipline, heartbreak — and a legacy defined by a minute that changed everything.Become a member and sign up at offtheball.com/join

Send us Fan MailIn this episode Will sits down with the newly crowned 2026 Women's Senior Foursomes All-Ireland Champions, County Sligo Golf Club. Following a long gap away from the event, Rosses Point marked their return to the national stage with a breathtaking, historic championship campaign. We dive straight into the intense tactical focus, the nerve-shredding pressure of elite foursomes golf, and exactly what it means to finish the season by bringing a green national pennant back to the west coast.Beyond the headline success at the national finals, the conversation tracks the squad's remarkable journey through the local and national brackets. We look back at their opening rounds against Roscommon and Gort, before moving into a dramatic Connacht Final showdown against Galway Golf Club that was pushed all the way to a gripping 19th-hole climax. The panel also opens up about the unique team dynamics of the campaign from the flawless top-flight partnerships anchored by their internationals, to the reality of drafting in key squad members straight out of the Leaving Cert exam halls to storm the All-Ireland series at Shandon Park.Topics Covered:The Foursomes Formula: Breaking down the tactical preparation and mental grit required to dominate Ireland's most brutal match-play format.The 19th Hole at Galway: Inside the razor-thin margins and intense pressure of their dramatic Connacht Final victory.Exam Halls to Fairways: How the squad seamlessly integrated their Leaving Cert stars straight into the high-stakes All-Ireland weekend.The Shandon Park Campaign: Reviewing the strategic masterclass that dismantled Wexford, Bevoir Park, and Elm Park in the national finals.Bringing the Pennant Home: The pride of writing a new chapter in the history of Rosses Point and how the club celebrated the victory.An authentic look at the highs, and the resilience it takes to succeed at the All Ireland Finals. County Sligo Golf Club shares their story.Follow us on Instagram @atocpod and follow our YouTube channel @PARfectlyclassy

There is no algorithm for leadership. So we ask the world's great coaches how they do it.In this episode of The Great Coaches podcast, host Paul Barnett sits down with Andy Moran, All-Ireland winning manager and former Mayo football star. Andy shares how he led Mayo to break a 75-year sporting drought after 11 consecutive All-Ireland final defeats, transitioning from a six-time losing player to the championship-winning manager. He discusses managing team personalities, building organic squad cohesion, adapting leadership styles, and preparing teams to navigate intense pressure.Key Takeaways:Impact of Mentorship: Learning early in his career from mentor John O'Mahony that leadership is defined by how you make people feel, ensuring every group member feels valued.Embracing Mavericks and Expressive Personalities: Encouraging players to bring their unique traits into the team culture rather than suppressing individual style to fit a rigid mold.Adapting Leadership Styles: Evolving from a loud, high-intensity coaching approach during his time with Monaghan to actively listening to athletes and meeting team members in the middle.Player-Driven Expectations: How a direct conversation with vice-captain Darren McHale challenged a long-term "three-year plan" mindset and refocused the squad on immediate success.Unstructured Connection Builds Cohesion: Facilitating informal touchpoints—like shared meals and coffee meetings—to bring quieter team members into conversations and build trust.Redefining Fun and Freedom to Fail: Viewing "fun" not as softness, but as releasing a player's core strengths, taking calculated risks, and eliminating the fear of making mistakes.Visualizing Adversity and Fear Setting: Using pre-game visualization and stoic "fear setting" (inspired by Eddie Jones and Ryan Holiday) to pre-empt and overcome periods of opponent momentum.Sustaining Intensity and Legacy: Balancing the personal toll of high-energy leadership with family and business demands, while focusing legacy on helping players realize their full potential.· Where am I asking people to fit into my system, rather than adapting the system to release what they are best at?· How am I bringing in more fun to the team environement?· How well do I prepare the team for the difficult moments before they arrive?If you would like to send us any feedback or if you know a great coach, who has a unique story to share, then we would love to hear from you, please contact us at paul@thegreatcoachespodcast.com and if you would like to receive our newsletter with 5 ideas to help you improve your leadership, then sign up at: https://thegreatcoaches.beehiiv.com/subscribe Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Send us Fan MailIn this episode, Will sits down with a true legend of the modern Irish amateur circuit, Offaly native and Galway Golf Club stalwart Joe Lyons. In a remarkable showcase of elite longevity, 2026 has seen Joe cement his status at the very top of senior golf, capturing both the Irish Senior Men's Open and the Senior Men's Close Stroke Play championships. This incredible summer follows his back-to-back Senior Close Match Play crowns in 2023 and 2024, alongside a gritty run to the All-Ireland semi-finals at Enniscorthy. We dive straight into the focus required to dominate the senior ranks and the deep mental toughness behind his recent victories.Beyond his senior success, we look back at his crowning individual victory at the 2007 West of Ireland Amateur Open at Rosses Point, before moving into his status as a team anchor, spearheading Galway Golf Club to four All-Ireland Senior Cup titles and a prestigious Barton Shield pennant. Joe also speaks with absolute candor about the unique pressure of elite match play, opens up about his struggles with addiction, and how golf has given has always given him an escape. Topics Covered:An Honest Account: Joe opens up about his struggles with addiction, the process of recovery, and taking a break from the sport.Club Legacy: The intense pride of driving Galway GC to four Senior Cup wins and a Barton Shield title, alongside their deep semi-final runs.The 2007 West of Ireland: Remembering a dramatic, 18th-hole finale at Rosses Point with his wife Vera reading the winning line.The Match Play Double: Looking back at his back-to-back Senior Close Match Play national titles in 2023 and 2024.The 2026 Senior Dominance: Inside his victories at the Irish Senior Open and Close Stroke Play championships this summer.The Future: Looking ahead to the US and UK major national senior titles when he turns 55. An authentic look at the highs, the lows, and the resilience it takes to succeed on the course. Joe Lyons shares his story. Follow us on Instagram @atocpod and follow our YouTube channel @PARfectlyclassy

Why do girls drop out of sport and what can we do to keep them playing?Dr. Orlagh Farmer knows this question better than most. She's a six-time All-Ireland winner with Cork, a PE teacher, a lecturer, and the researcher behind the Gaelic4Girls programme. Her PhD looked at why girls leave sport and what clubs, coaches, and parents can do to change that.Orlagh sits down with Stephen to talk about the real barriers: lack of fun, too much pressure, body image, puberty, social media, and the powerful influence of friends. But she also brings solutions that any club can make. This is a conversation about belonging, confidence, and the life skills that sport gives us. It's for coaches, parents, teachers, and anyone who cares about keeping girls in the game. This one's for the girls.If you would like to support the podcast, please Buy us a Coffee, share the episode on social media or drop us a message to purchase one of our Coffee Tumblrs.Instagram: @soulbrewpodcastFacebook: @soulbrewpodcastTik Tok: @soulbrewpodcastX/ Twitter: @soulrewpodcastEmail: soulbrewpodcast@gmail.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

On episode 249 I'm delighted to be joined by former Tyrone footballer and All-Ireland winner Conor Meyler.A key part of Tyrone's 2021 All-Ireland winning team, Conor enjoyed an outstanding career that also included three Ulster titles, an All-Ireland U21 medal, a Sigerson Cup with St Mary's and an All-Star award. After a decade at inter-county level, a series of serious injuries ultimately forced him to walk away from the game at just 31.We discuss the reality of retirement when it isn't entirely your choice, the identity void that can come with leaving elite sport, and the lessons Conor learned about what really drives performance. We explore his shift from chasing physical metrics and working harder to understanding self-awareness, courage, trust and the “invisibles” that create high-performing teams.We also get into the wider player welfare challenges within Gaelic Games, the demands placed on players balancing club, county, college, work and travel, and what needs to change to protect athletes.Conor also shares what comes next — from performance coaching and leadership consultancy to his PhD research — and why “Trust and Faith” has become his guiding mantra for the next chapter.A fascinating conversation about elite performance, injury, identity, leadership, player welfare and finding purpose beyond the game.Find Conor here: https://www.linkedin.com/in/conor-meyler https://www.instagram.com/conormeyler/ This episode is sponsored by ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Sport Expo Ireland⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠,  a brand-new event taking place at the Sport Ireland Campus on April 21st and 22nd, 2027.  Designed to connect stakeholders from every corner of the Irish sporting landscape. Attendees will hear from leading voices in sport, take part in interactive workshops and masterclasses, explore the latest developments in elite performance, business and technology. Whether you're involved in elite performance, grassroots, business, or simply passionate about where Irish sport is heading, ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Sport Expo Ireland ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠is set to become one of the most exciting gatherings on the sporting calendar. To learn more, register your interest, and explore opportunities, visit https://qrco.de/bgrRu3 . Limited time offer use the code SIDELINE15 for a discount off your ⁠⁠⁠⁠@sportexpoireland⁠⁠⁠⁠ tickets. Discounted tickets and support the podcast… a double win!Follow The Sideline Live Social Media channels and the host Orla here: https://linktr.ee/TheSidelineLiveRecorded using Samson Q2 microphone, Edited using GarageBandIntro music, Watered Eyes by a talented Irish artist, Dillon Ward check him out ⁠⁠here⁠⁠ . If you are looking to set up your own podcast get in touch with the Prymal Productions team ⁠⁠⁠www.prymal.ie⁠⁠⁠ 

Mayo All-Ireland medallists Jordan Flynn and Stephen Coen join Oliver and take on a wellie throwing competition with Brenda Donohue. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

When Dolly Parton died last month, her musical genius, her wit, her charisma and her charity were all remembered and rightly celebrated. Her visit to Páidí Ó Sé’s pub in Ceann Trá/ Ventry in 1990 was also recalled. She sang ‘Coat of Many Colours’ accompanied by the great musicians Steve Cooney and the late Séamus Begley. And, of course, the custodian of the pub, the late Páidí Ó Sé, the legendary footballer and manager, presented her with the Kerry jersey when he captained the Kingdom to win the All-Ireland in 1985. Now Páidí’s son Pádraig has planned a night to celebrate Dolly and that great occasion on September 19th. Money raised from the event will go towards the Kerry Cancer Support’s bus service. https://www.facebook.com/reel/1722408942301950

Huge crowds have descended on Doonbeg for Pro Am day at the Amgen Irish Open. Home favourites Rory McIlroy and Shane Lowry attracted the biggest support on the fairways this morning, with some heavy showers passing over Doughmore Bay as they made their way around the course. There's plenty local involvement in the caddying teams, with Clare football star Mark McInerney on the bag for Padraig Harrington's group, while the rest of the local caddying team at Doonbeg were also called into action. The Make A Wish Foundation are the charity partners for the Amgen Irish Open and are located at the entrance to the Championship Village. Local schools are also having their day out to soak in the atmosphere of this historic occasion, with the likes of Clohanes, Doonbeg and Cree National schools among those represented. Former Liverpool star Robbie Fowler, along with All Ireland winners Gearoid Hegarty and Ryan O'Donoghue are among those expected to be popular on the tee later this afternoon, while former Munster star Conor Murray and ex boxer Michael Conlon will also tee it up this lunchtime.

Rory McIlroy admits the US President's appearance at the Amgen Irish Open this weekend provides a logistical challenge. Huge crowds are continuing to descend on Doonbeg for Pro-Am day, with Former Liverpool star Robbie Fowler, All-Ireland winners Gearóid Hegarty and Ryan O'Donoghue, and former Munster star Conor Murray among those teeing off this afternoon. There's plenty of local involvement in the caddying teams, with Clare football star Mark McInerney on the bag for Pádraig Harrington's group, while a number of other local caddies have also been called into action. Local schools are also getting their day out to soak up the atmosphere of this historic occasion, with the likes of Clohanes, Doonbeg and Cree National Schools among those represented. Home favourites Shane Lowry and Rory McIlroy attracted the biggest support on the fairways earlier, and afterwards McIlroy has this to say about Donald Trump's visit.

Sean Kelly, former GAA President; Aisling Thompson, All Ireland camogie champion for Cork; Alan Kelly, Chairperson of the Oireachtas Sports Committee; Sinead O'Carroll, host of the 42FM podcast; and Ray Silke, Chairperson of Cumann Peil na mBanSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Deacon Don talks to former Tyrone football manager Mickey Harte and evangelist Anthony Crossley about Walk the Cross, the pilgrimage culminating in Croke Park on 27 September with Bishop Paul Dempsey and Fr Mark O'Rourke. Anthony traces the event back to a vision he received during adoration in Derry in 2023, and to a mystical encounter with Christ years earlier that changed the course of his life. Mickey explains how a stadium once filled for All-Ireland finals came to host something else entirely, and there's a story involving Pope Leo and a Tyrone jersey that neither man can quite explain. L'articolo Mickey Harte and Anthony Crossley – Walk the Cross proviene da Radio Maria.

On episode 247 I am joined by Dublin's 1983 All-Ireland winning Captain and player of the year, one of the most respected figures in the history of Dublin Gaelic football Tommy Drumm. His football journey began with Whitehall Colmcilles, and continued through Dublin's underage ranks, including the 1975 All-Ireland Under-21 final, before he established himself as a senior inter-county player. Tommy represented Dublin at senior level from 1976 to 1984, establishing himself as one of the best defenders of his generation and becoming a key member and leader of the famous Dublin teams of the late 1970s and early 1980s.During his inter-county career, Tommy won three All-Ireland Senior Football Championships, five Leinster titles. Four All-Stars, Tommy captained Dublin to their first All-Ireland Senior Football title in six years in 1983 when Dublin defeated Galway with Tommy lifting Sam Maguire as captain. He would return as Dublin captain in 1984, leading the team to another Leinster title and back to the All-Ireland final, before retiring at just 28 to move abroad and focus on his professional career.Away from the football field, Tommy went on to build a very successful career in the construction industry.Drumm became Managing Director of Collen Construction, combining his practical experience in construction and leadership. During our chat Tommy offers a unique perspective on Dublin football — from the legendary teams of the 1970s and 1980s, the dressing room and approach by Kevin Heffernan, captaining Dublin to All-Ireland glory, and the characters and stories behind one of the most memorable eras in GAA history, to leadership, business and finding success in sport and business.This episode is sponsored by ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Sport Expo Ireland⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠,  a brand-new event taking place at the Sport Ireland Campus on April 21st and 22nd, 2027.  Designed to connect stakeholders from every corner of the Irish sporting landscape. Attendees will hear from leading voices in sport, take part in interactive workshops and masterclasses, explore the latest developments in elite performance, business and technology. Whether you're involved in elite performance, grassroots, business, or simply passionate about where Irish sport is heading, ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Sport Expo Ireland ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠is set to become one of the most exciting gatherings on the sporting calendar. To learn more, register your interest, and explore opportunities, visit https://qrco.de/bgrRu3 . Limited time offer use the code SIDELINE15 for a discount off your ⁠⁠⁠@sportexpoireland⁠⁠⁠ tickets. Discounted tickets and support the podcast… a double win!Follow The Sideline Live Social Media channels and the host Orla here: https://linktr.ee/TheSidelineLiveRecorded using Samson Q2 microphone, Edited using GarageBandIntro music, Watered Eyes by a talented Irish artist, Dillon Ward check him out ⁠⁠here⁠⁠ . If you are looking to set up your own podcast get in touch with the Prymal Productions team ⁠⁠⁠www.prymal.ie⁠⁠⁠ 

Welcome back to Sounds of the Summer, as we look back on the biggest GAA stories of a sensational summer — and look ahead to what comes next.In this episode, former All-Ireland winner Darran O'Sullivan joins Eoin Sheahan in the aftermath of Kerry's All-Ireland final defeat to Mayo, to dig into why the Kingdom looked flat when it mattered most.From the impact of the condensed calendar and the lack of training time, to injuries, selection calls, and how Mayo's bravery and tactical plan exposed Kerry's slower, choreographed approach, O'Sullivan gives a frank view from inside Kerry — and pushes back on the idea that club football is the real problem.Become a member and sign up at offtheball.com/join

With the Sam Maguire set to winter in the county this year for the first time since 1951, Rob is joined by good friends of the podcast Mick Foley and Ciarán O'Hara from the Gaelic games history podcast Over The Bar to chat about where Mayo's All-Ireland victory this year fits in relation to some of the great wins of the past and to consider what made 2026 so significant.The lads chat about the impact of social media and how it made the story about Mayo's All-Ireland success go right around the world, contrasting this with the more limited impact of Offaly's hugely historic 1982 title win. They also discuss how, to those outside of Ireland, Mayo ended up representing every corner of the island in the wake of the win over Kerry.Mick and Ciarán lean into their deep knowledge of Gaelic games history to talk about alternative jerseys worn by Mayo down the years and they also have a look at the history of the Sam Maguire trophy. 

Hospital waiting lists could pass one million this winter, with medics warning the situation may get even worse next year.Overall treatment waiting lists have risen by 48,000 in just four months, to almost 991,000, amid staff shortages, recruitment restrictions and a growing population.Have you been affected by hospital waiting lists? How long have you been waiting, and what needs to be done to bring those waiting times down?Joining Andrea to discuss is Dr Brian Turner, Health Economist in Cork University Business School in UCC, Bernard Mulvany, Advocate with Access for All Ireland and listeners.

The month that has now passed since Mayo's historic All-Ireland title success has been a whirlwind of activity.  In this show, which is a free episode available on all podcast platforms, Rob, Mike and John reflect on what's been a hectic few weeks for everyone. The lads chat about all of podcast content on MFT over the past month, which has included interviews with the likes of Andy Moran, Colm Boyle, James Carr, Tommy Conroy, Darren McHale and Jack Carney, as well chats with US sports journalist Dave McKenna and Cahair O'Kane of the Irish News, while our club championship coverage has got back up and running too.John talks about his forthcoming book, Keeping the Faith, which is being published by Mayo Books Press and is available to pre-order now. The book is an account of John's many years as a Mayo supporter, interweaved with the story of the development of the Mayo GAA Blog and, more recently, MFT, while, on the field, Andy Moran's Mayo were on the march to capturing Sam. The lads also reflect on what has changed for Mayo people everywhere in the wake of the All-Ireland win and how we'll all think about football and the place we come from in a different way from here on. 

Welcome to our Sounds of the Summer podcast, a look back, and look forward, to some of the biggest GAA stories which dominated 2026.In this episode, All-Ireland winner and Hurling Pod regular Paul Murphy joins Colm Boohig and Ger Gilroy to dig into Henry Shefflin's appointment as Kilkenny manager, and the big question: is now the right time?Murphy chats backroom-team possibilities, what Shefflin learned from Galway, the importance of puck-out strategy and tactical flexibility, and why a “reset” could be exactly what Kilkenny's panel needs after a season that felt like a crisis of confidence.Become a member and sign up at offtheball.com/join

Welcome back to Sounds of the Summer, as we look back on the biggest GAA talking points of a sensational summer — and what might come next.Here, All-Ireland winner with Armagh, Paddy Burns, joined Will O'Callaghan ahead of the All-Ireland football semi-finals back in July to reflect on the Orchard County's year, the heartbreak of that Louth loss and the brutal six-day turnaround that followed.They dig into the new condensed championship format, why Ulster still matters so much, and how teams are living with constant jeopardy.Plus: Mayo's man-to-man approach, the puzzle of stopping this Kerry forward line, and what it's really like trying to stay switched on while marking David Clifford.Become a member and sign up at offtheball.com/join

Welcome to our Sounds of the Summer podcast, a look back, and look forward, to some of the biggest GAA stories which dominated 2026.Tyrone goalkeeper Niall Morgan joins Colm Boohig and Ger Gilroy on Off The Ball Breakfast, just days after that All-Ireland quarter-final exit to Kerry, to look back on a summer of fine margins and big moments.Morgan reflects on a slow start to the season, the danger of “moral victories”, and why this Kerry defeat might sting even more than last year. He also chats about the respect between players, a brilliant GAA-style story involving the goalkeepers' families, and the league “wedding/holiday saga” that saw him dropped and forced to reset.Plus, will he be back next year?Become a member and sign up at offtheball.com/join

Welcome to the first installment of The Week on Off The Ball, a weekly listen back at some of our favourite pieces from right across the week that was. Eoin Sheahan and Arthur James O'Dea were on hand this time out and had plenty to dig into! There were European medals galore as they ran back through interviews with Kate O'Connor, Ellen Walshe and Mona McSharry from OTB Breakfast and nightly radio show. Athletics Ireland boss Paul McNamara also joined Off The Ball this week to run through how such a transformation in Irish sporting success has taken place. An All-Ireland winner with Kerry, and AFL Grand Final champion with the Sydney Swans, Tadhg Kennelly joined Eoin from Australia this week. He shared his expert opinion on how - if at all - the GAA can ever hope to manage the departure of its star players to the Australian game. And finally, ahead of the first of a four-game series between New Zealand and South Africa this weekend, author and political activist Trevor Richards joined Eoin to discuss the dark history of this fixture. If you like what you've heard on The Week on Off The Ball, don't forget you can become an OTB member now - https://www.offtheball.com/uncategorized/join-in-the-obsession-1494916

PwC GPA Camogie Player of the Month, Sorcha McCartan speaks with Rachel Sheehan about the All Ireland final, not being able to watch the final minutes, and not knowing who won until she heard the Banks playing on the speakers!

Have you or someone you know been affected by long ambulance wait times?HSE figures show average ambulance response times deteriorated to 21 minutes and 43 seconds in 2023.What needs to be done to improve ambulance services, support frontline paramedics and prevent avoidable deaths?Joining guest host Clare McKenna to discuss is Vice Chairman with Blessington AFC, Alan Moore, Owner of Lifeline Ambulance, David Hall, Bernard Mulvany from Access for All Ireland and listeners.

The mandatory retirement age for inter-county GAA referees is 50 years old.Once an official on the National Referees Panel reaches this age, they must step down from officiating at the inter-county level, though many continue to referee local club games.But, should we extend the referee retirement age?Joining Andrea to discuss is Rory Hickey, former Intercounty GAA Referee and Referee Administrator of Clare GAA, Paddy Osbourne, former Coach and Referee, David Kennedy, Tipperary center half back in the All-Ireland final in 2001 and Tim Barry, Secretary of Rathdowney Errill GAA.

Cork star Laura Hayes talks to Ger McCarthy about their All Ireland success, how Cork and Galway bring out the best in each other, and the culture within Cork camogie.

There are so many different perspectives to Mayo's All-Ireland victory and so many fascinating stories to be told.James Carr from Ardagh is one of the members of the Mayo squad who ticks both of those boxes, being the first man from his club to wear the Green and Red at senior level and the only player from a Junior club to win a Celtic Cross last Sunday week. Mike caught up with James to hear about Mayo's season from his perspective, as he reflected on the joy and emotion of bringing the Sam Maguire Cup back to Ardagh, the frustration of being injured for much of the season, the satisfaction of playing his part in Mayo's training sessions during the summer, and the rollercoaster of emotions he experienced on the All-Ireland Final weekend. 

Part of the Cork camogie management team, hurling Dónal O'Grady joins Eoin Sheahan to discuss his role within the All Ireland winning team, what it's like to watch the game from the stands vs on the sidelines, and the rivalry between Cork and Galway.

Welcome to our Sounds of the Summer podcast, a look back, and look forward, to some of the biggest GAA stories which dominated 2026.Here, former Dublin player and manager Jim Gavin sits down with Colm Boohig and Ger Gilroy for his first interview since his ill-fated presidential campaign.The eight-time All-Ireland winner opens up on where his resilience really came from — the Air Corps, learning to respond rather than react, and how those lessons carried into dressing rooms and big days.Gavin also reflects on the “chaotic” years as a Dublin player, his early coaching path, and how close he came to the senior job in 2008.Plus, his take on the new football rules: blanket defences, the 40-metre arc, the hooter, and making the game more watchable.Become a member and sign up at offtheball.com/join

Donegal Deputy Pat the Cope Gallagher and Anthony Molloy, the 92 All Ireland winning Captain.

Cork's All-Ireland celebrations roll on, but first it's a very special stop: Temple Street Children's Hospital, with the O'Duffy Cup in tow. Hear the emotion as Daire O'Brien and her aunt Kay (a consultant at the hospital) speak about what the visit means for staff, patients, and families — and why these moments put sport into perspective.Cork's Hayley Ryan (fresh from the chaos of the closing minutes) relives the tension, the prayers over the final puck, and the pure joy at the final whistle.Plus, homecoming plans, a West Cork roll call, and why this medal feels like the sweetest one yet.SUBSCRIBE at OffTheBall.com/join

Colm Boohig and Sarah O'Donovan are joined by All-Ireland champion Laura Hayes with reaction after Sunday's win. Off The Ball Breakfast with Viagra Connect 50mg film-coated tablets. Contains sildenafil. For adult men with erectile dysfunction. Subject to suitability. Maximum dosage one 50mg tablet per day. Always read the label.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.

Ger Manley, manager of the All Ireland senior camogie champions

Colm Boohig, Dara Smith-Naughton, Mathew Brennan and Sarah O'Donovan run through this week's performance rankings, as they touch on Cork's All-Ireland win, Aaron McKenna, the new world champ & more. Off The Ball Breakfast with Viagra Connect 50mg film-coated tablets. Contains sildenafil. For adult men with erectile dysfunction. Subject to suitability. Maximum dosage one 50mg tablet per day. Always read the label.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.Off The Ball Breakfast is live weekday mornings from 7:30am across Off The Ball

Rachel Sheehan & Stephen Glesson are at Croke Park for all the reaction after Cork edge Galway in a dramatic All-Ireland Senior Camogie Final, as the Rebels complete a huge turnaround ofter a tough year.Hear from the Cork camp on the big calls and big moments: managing a nervy finish, the impact of key scores (including Saoirse McCarthy's goal), and how new faces and under-23 success fed into an All-Ireland-winning panel.Plus, Galway's Cathal Murray gives his take on a bruising contest, injury setbacks, missed chances, and pride in a young group that battled right to the last puck. There's also a strong call for better financial support for inter-county Camogie teams.SUBSCRIBE at OffTheBall.com/join

Off The Ball's Gaelic Games correspondent Tommy Rooney takes you behind the scenes and inside Croke Park for the “Radio Diary of an All-Ireland Football Final' — from the pre-match chatter, to the live updates from a thrilling final as well as words with some of the people who make an All-Ireland final so special.Relive the magic of the match itself with The Football Pod in Croke Park and Armagh star Rory Grugan in studio with John Duggan, and then there's those incredible scenes as Mayo finally win their fourth All-Ireland title, a first in 75 years, as Jack Coyne delivered a speech to match the moment.Along the way there are brilliant chats from the press box and the tunnel: we hear from Croke Park stadium announcer Jerry Grogan in the players lounge, Sportsfile photographer Piaras Ó Mídheach as he captures the magic, and Mayo legend Cora Staunton in the aftermath. Gaelic Games writer Frank Roche pays homage to a special day at the end. (00:00) - 10.00am - All-Ireland final scene set(01:00) - 10.40am - Newstalk preview in studio with Pat Kenny and John Duggan.(05:00) - 11.40am - Press box previews: The Ah Ref podcast, Sportfile's Piaras O Midheach.(21:00) - 3.05pm - The Football Pod before the All-ireland final with Tommy, Paddy & James.(43:00) - 3.45pm - Live All-Ireland SFC final updates on Newstalk w/ TFP & Rory Grugan(01:05:00) - 5.10pm - Mayo win the 2026 All-Ireland, reaction with The Football Pod(01:06:00) - 5.20pm - snippets of Jack Coynes's speech as All-Ireland winning captain.(01:10:00) - 5.45pm - aftermath with Cora Staunton and Jerry Grogan in the players lounge(01:14:00) - 7:45pm - final reflections with Frank Roche as Mayo get ready to celebrate.Gaelic Football on Off The Ball is brought to you with thanks to Movember, Ahead of the Game.

Southern Reporter, Barry Gallagher, speaks to fans ahead of Sunday's All Ireland clash. Brian Molloy, President of the Camogie Association, speaks about attendances at Camogie matches.

Imelda Hobbins, captain of the first ever Galway Camogie team to win an All-Ireland Final joins Rachel Sheehan to reflect on her experience as an All-Ireland champion and look ahead at this weekend's All-Ireland Senior Camogie Final between Cork and Galway.

Jonathan Higgins was in Galway for their open training session ahead of the All Ireland Camogie Final, where he spoke with manager Cathal Murray, as well as players Roisin Black and Ailish O'Reilly. Meanwhile, RedFM's Orla O'Leary spoke with Cork manager Ger Manley and captain Meabh Cahalane about the recent rivalry with Galway ahead of Sunday's All Ireland final.

Cork and Galway go head-to-head for the third year in a row in the All-Ireland Senior Camogie Final — and this time it really does feel like a trilogy finale in Croke Park with throw-in at 4:15pm.996 All-Ireland winner Aoife Linskey joins Colm Boohig & Enda Coll to break down the key match-ups, Galway's watertight defence, Cork's new faces and running game, and the push for a record crowd of 35,000!Off The Ball Breakfast with Viagra Connect 50mg film-coated tablets. Contains sildenafil. For adult men with erectile dysfunction. Subject to suitability. Maximum dosage one 50mg tablet per day. Always read the label.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

Meabh de Burca & Hannah Tyrell join Will O'Callaghan to break down Sunday's All Ireland Senior Ladies Football final, which finished in controversial fashion as Kerry had thought they'd won it with a last-minute goal, but a square ball was called, resulting in Galway ending their 22 year wait for their second All Ireland!

Jonathan Higgins catches up with Daniel Moynihan, Kate Geraghty, Siobhan Divilly as well as Louise & Nicola Ward after Galway's All Ireland win against Kerry, as they make their way to Crumlin's Children Hospital. SUBSCRIBE at OffTheBall.com/join

Colm Boohig, Enda Coll & Matthew Brennan run through this week's Performance Rankings, as the lads touch on Galway's All-Ireland win, the start of the Scottish Premiership & more.Off The Ball Breakfast with Viagra Connect 50mg film-coated tablets. Contains sildenafil. For adult men with erectile dysfunction. Subject to suitability. Maximum dosage one 50mg tablet per day. Always read the label.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.Off The Ball Breakfast is live weekday mornings from 7:30am across Off The Ball

Galway are All-Ireland champions after a tense, cagey final at Croke Park — 2-07 to Kerry's 12 points — but it's the chaotic, controversial finish that everyone will be talking about.We relive the final minutes as Kerry think they've snatched it at the death, only for the whistle to go and the hooter to sound with Galway still in front.Stephen Gleeson chats with Olivia Divilly & Kate Slevin & Kerry's Mark Bourke, while Jonathan Higgins catches up with Shauna Hynes, Kate Geraghty, Leanne Coen & firstly, Daniel Moynihan!SUBSCRIBE at OffTheBall.com/join

Shane Hannon is joined in studio by three legends of the game to preview tomorrow's All-Ireland final between Kerry and Galway. Dublin icon Hannah Tyrell, Meath legend Niamh O'Sullivan, and Galway great Sinead Burke join forces to look ahead to Galway against Kerry at Croke Park, with the winner being crowned All-Ireland champions for 2026.

Ahead of this weekend's triple bill of Ladies' All-Ireland finals at Croke Park, OTB's Rachel Sheehan made the trip to HQ to chat to Carlow captain Roisin Bailey and Antrim skipper Bronagh Devlin, as well as Roscommon and Fermanagh captains Helena Cummins and Shannon McQuade.With the countdown to the 2026 TG4 All-Ireland Finals continuing, the respective team captains Bronagh Devlin (Antrim), Róisín Bailey (Carlow), Shannan McQuade (Fermanagh), Helena Cummins (Roscommon), Kate Geraghty (Galway) and Síofra O'Shea (Kerry) visited Croke Park today.Intermediate Final between Fermanagh and Roscommon (1.45pm) and the Junior Final between Antrim and Carlow (11.45am).

Four-time All-Ireland winner with Dublin Ciara Trant and former Galway manager Willie Ward join Eoin Sheahan for your bumper All-Ireland final preview ahead of Sunday's All-Ireland ladies final between Kerry and Galway.The trio chats through the key matchups, how Galway can stifle Kerry's in-form attackers, the kickouts, and all other potential deciding factors in Sunday's final.

This is a snippet from our members Football Pod this week, become a member to listen in to the full show wherever you get your podcasts, or on YouTube.In this section we bring you inside Mayo's incredible All-Ireland win and their epic celebrations. Enjoy.(00:00) - Secrets of the All-Ireland win and Andy Moran's magic.The Football Pod on Off the Ball is brought to you by Movember, Ahead of the Game, already reaching over 16,500 players, parents and coaches across Irish clubs with the tools to look after their mental health. Visit aheadofthegame.movember.com to find out how you can be part of it.Thanks for tuning in, we'll be back on Sunday picking our Football team of the year and review the LGFA finals. Chat then.

Firefighters in France say they are still not in control of an unprecedented wildfire that's spreading towards the southwest city of Bordeaux. The city's mayor says he's preparing for all eventualities. The massive blaze, in the Gironde region, is one of several wildfires burning across France.Also in the programme: the Normandy beaches used for the D-Day landings are to be given UNESCO World Heritage status; and the Irish Gaelic football team breaks a so-called "curse" after winning the All-Ireland championship for the first time in 75 years.(Photo: Fire engines carry out edge protection and mop-up operations on a wildfire in Marcheprime, in the Gironde region of France. Credit: Manon Cruz/Reuters)

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