Podcasts about Armagh

A wide-ranging selection of tech companies, from drone software to med-tech have today been announced among the winners of the inaugural North-South Business Cooperation Awards, a €500,000 programme launched by the Stelios Philanthropic Foundation to celebrate cross-border entrepreneurship on the island of Ireland. The Awards, which culminated in a high-profile ceremony at Castle Leslie Estate, Co. Monaghan, saw a total of nine entrepreneurs and entrepreneur businesses in partnership, recognised for their outstanding achievements in building businesses that bridge communities in Northern Ireland and the Republic of Ireland. The Awards attracted a large volume of entries from across the island, with businesses demonstrating genuine cross-border collaboration and trade. Eligible companies were required to show a meaningful presence in both jurisdictions while also meeting minimum thresholds for turnover and employment. The result was a highly competitive field that showcased the strength and diversity of entrepreneurship operating across the island of Ireland. North-South Business Cooperation Awards A total of €500,000 in cash prizes was awarded: one Gold Award of €150,000, two Silver Awards of €100,000 each, and six Bronze Awards of €25,000 each. Partnering with Galway-based chocolatier, Grá Chocolates, Northern Irish tech platform needi took home a Silver Award. The female-founded service, created by co-founders Steph Scholes and Louise Doyle to connect businesses with local, independent vendors using AI technology and human curation, was set up in Armagh in 2020. Renewable energy solutions firm Acel Energy also received a Silver Award. The Monaghan-based company designs and implements solar tech, battery-storage and demand-management systems for commercial clients, often under co-ownership or Power Purchase Agreement models. Among the Bronze Award winners, med-tech companies saw huge success through cross-border partnered entries, with fertility clinics OvaScan Fertility Ultrasound (Dublin) and New Beginnings Scan (Strabane), which each combine advanced ultrasound technology with specialist expertise, taking home prizes through a joint entry. Súil Pharma, a Galway med-tech company developing novel therapies specialising in vision and hearing diseases, and Medinect Ophtho, a Belfast service provider delivering high-quality pre-clinic services, also joined forces to each take home a Bronze Award. Rounding off the joint entries, Subterranean Software, specialising in drone and embedded systems for constrained environments, and Good Friday Robotics, which develops advanced drone robotics for hazardous environments, were each also awarded a Bronze prize. Other Bronze winners in tech included Cotter Agritech, which develops precision livestock health tools, enabling selective treatment of livestock to reduce chemical usage and improve sustainability, and Arcus Cleaning Systems, an industrial hygiene and automated cleaning solution provider. Sir Stelios Haji-Ioannou, creator and owner of the easy family of brands - including easyJet.com, easyHotel.com and many others (see www.easy.com and www.easyHistory.info), and founder and president of the Stelios Philanthropic Foundation (see stelios.foundation and stelios.ie) - personally presented the awards and met the finalists at the ceremony. Speaking at an event announcing the winners, Sir Stelios Haji-Ioannou, said: "This is a proud day for entrepreneurship on the island of Ireland. The winners we honour today show that when determination, innovation and creativity meet, borders become bridges. These entrepreneurs are not only building successful businesses - they are proving that collaboration across communities leads to prosperity for all. They are creating jobs, delivering services and setting an example for the next generation of entrepreneurs. I hope that their success today will encourage even more entrepreneurs to think ambitiously, work collaboratively, and see the entire isl...

Frawls, Burkey & Moss are back to review the first games of the 2nd block of the AIL, from a sunny Spain! The lads also preview the 2nd game in the 2nd block. Moss fills us in on the latest results from Ace of Clubs, which was a disgrace from the hosts. we have our first two monthly winners, Lee Irvine (City of Armagh) and Michael Douglas (Greystones) sponsored by Cahill Apparel. He also names and shames the people DQ'd this weekend for late entries, including Social Media Tom.  Powered by Energia #EnergiaAIL

In this episode of the Best Possible Taste, Sharon Noonan chats with Mervyn Steenson, head chef at Groucho's on the Square in Richhill, Co. Armagh. Mervyn shares the story behind the restaurant's history, his passion for showcasing local produce, and the importance of being part of the Food Heartland Network. Best Possible Taste is Ireland's longest-running food and drink podcast. For more episodes and details, visit www.sharonnoonan.com

Marie Crowe is joined by Didi Hamann and John Fallon on Champions League, Stephen Kenny has his say on FAI funding, Armagh great Rory Grugan on the new football rules in the club game, Damian Lawlor on GAA Special Congress, Nadine Doherty on Helen O'Rourke's LGFA legacy. Game On. 

As the Labour Party Conference continues, the Prime Minister says improving profitability is his priority for farming. There's no sign of change on the decision to reimpose Inheritance Tax on farms worth over £1 million.We begin a week focussing on the role of livestock markets in 21st century farming, and ask are they as relevant now as a generation ago?County Armagh, in Northern Ireland, is famous for its Bramley Apples and we visit a grower who says his family has apple in their blood.Presenter: Charlotte Smith Producer: Sarah Swadling

From the fields of Armagh to the magic of Marvel and the land of Narnia, Seamus McGarvey has carved out a hugely successful career as a world-renowned cinematographer. From music videos for the Pet Shop Boys, U2, and The Rolling Stones to films like Atonement and The Greatest Showman, his work has been nominated for Oscars and BAFTAs.

South Armagh republican Colm Murphy was at various points a member of the Provisional IRA, the INLA and the Real IRA. In his later years, he was linked to the Óglaigh na hÉireann dissident group. He had been convicted but later acquitted of involvement in the Omagh bombing. He was later found liable in a civil court for the 1998 attack which killed 29 people, including a woman pregnant with twins. Colm Murphy died at the age of 70 of a degenerative lung disease in April 2023. The Belfast Telegraph's Security Correspondent Allison Morris profiles him.This episode was originally published on 21 April 2023. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Hear from Laois joint-managers Pat Collier & Robert Jones as well as losing Armagh boss PJ Mullan as Rachel Sheehan brings you all of the reaction from Croke Park where Laois were crowned All-Ireland Junior Camogie Champions, defeating Armagh 2-15 to 0-12 at Croke Park.SUBSCRIBE at OffTheBall.com/join

Hear from Offaly manager David Sullivan as well as losing Kerry boss John Madden as Rachel Sheehan brings you all of the reaction from Croke Park where Offaly were crowned All-Ireland Intermediate Camogie Champions, defeating Armagh 0-14 to 0-11 at Croke Park.SUBSCRIBE at OffTheBall.com/join

The final inter-county preview episode of the year and it is all camogieMatthew and Seamus Brady from An Cluiche talk about the upcoming finals between Cork and Galway, Offaly and Kerry and Laois and Armagh.Follow us here: https://linktr.ee/gaelicstatsman?fbclid=PAZXh0bgNhZW0CMTEAAaYd2am-EoJ2FU7zRIYLqL8d-EKffAPfeoFmwSqFc5vtFVs96XMRbFYvg44_aem_AZXKYrtoWgk3-R90O49ZjXLlFWtpahdo9ZrFUVPUzHrDU_ZEsnLw5QmERoPoJKNRy_qCLLB6GqYrdNx5TEQ_MGUQSponsored by Capture Athletics: https://capture-athletics.com/?fbclid=PAZXh0bgNhZW0CMTEAAaZaXrEurgmCsDtMcytZceOqCt8ECqw3zZFPW3hxCpIA4Z_QSlB4VlMvLSw_aem_AZXN9yURzDB57ZIudwGV-00rwzPctX4_01lu-fneo7sPCQg6nBWaV795Z-YcvVAQg-fX0T5jVefckbqHaBvIcHT3

In January 1961, the close-knit community of Newry in Northern Ireland was shaken to its core when a local teenager failed to return home from a Friday night dance event. As concern gave way to alarm, a major search effort was launched, but what police eventually uncovered would horrify even the most seasoned officers.19-year-old Pearl Gamble was a bright and popular shop assistant with a promising future ahead of her. Her sudden and violent death cast a long shadow over the town, prompting a wide-ranging investigation that gripped the nation and unsettled a community where doors were rarely locked.As suspicion began to gather around a familiar face, the case took on a chilling intensity, culminating in a courtroom drama that would leave its mark on legal history.Join my Patreon community at patreon.com/britishmurders for exclusive perks, including early access to ad-free episodes, exclusive episodes and content, exciting giveaways, and welcome goodies! It's quick to sign up and you'll save 20% if you choose an annual membership.Follow me on social media:Facebook | British Murders with Stuart BluesInstagram | @britishmurdersJoin the private Facebook group:British Murders Podcast - Discussion GroupVisit my website:britishmurders.comIntro music:⁣David John Brady - 'Throw Down the Gauntlet'⁣davidjohnbrady.comDisclaimer:The case discussed in this podcast episode is real and represents the worst day in many people's lives. I aim to cover such stories with a victim-focused approach, using information from publicly available sources. While I strive for accuracy, some details may vary depending on the sources used. You can find the sources for each episode on my website. Due to the nature of the content, listener discretion is advised. Thank you for your understanding and support. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Stephen Nolan's no nonsense approach to confronting the biggest issues of the day

Kerry great Kieran Donaghy has confirmed that after five years with Armagh management, he’s leaving the Orchard County. Jerry spoke to Paul Brennan, sports editor with The Kerryman.

LGFA: Galway under-16 joint manager Eugene Kearney with Galway Bay FM's Kevin Egan after their All-Ireland B Final defeat to Armagh

LGFA: Armagh 7-18 Galway 1-12 (All-Ireland u16B Final match report from Galway Bay FM's Kevin Egan)

Galway under-16 joint managers Paul Jordan and Eugene Kearney have made two changes for their All-Ireland B Final against Armagh on Wednesday (16th July).  Caherlistrane's Ciara O'Neill is named at corner back, while Dunmore MacHale's Eva Daly plays corner forward. The Tribesgirls were 4-10 to 3-9 victors over Westmeath in the semi-final, and are looking to achieve national success in the 'B' competition for the first time. Armagh won the All-Ireland B crown in 2024, and in a repeat of that fixture, beat Waterford 2-14 to 1-5 to get back into the final. Galway joint manager Eugene Kearney has been looking ahead to the game with Galway Bay FM.

15 year-old Oscar Black, from Lurgan in Co. Armagh, describes becoming the youngest person to complete the North Channel swim from Ireland to Portpatrick, Scotland.

St. Peter's Church in Lurgan, Co. Armagh has announced the end of its parish's tradition to walk from the church to St Colman's Graveyard after a funeral. The walks were impacting priests' schedules. Parish Priest Father Colum Murphy said that changes were necessary, given the increasing workload and pressure that the priests are under.Joining Kieran to discuss this is Dave McGowan, CEO of McGowan's Funeral Home and Father Iggy O'Donovan.

Full Text of ReadingsWednesday of the Thirteenth Week in Ordinary Time Lectionary: 379The Saint of the day is Saint Oliver PlunkettSaint Oliver Plunkett’s Story The name of today's saint is especially familiar to the Irish and the English—and with good reason. The English martyred Oliver Plunkett for defending the faith in his native Ireland during a period of severe persecution. Born in County Meath in 1629, Oliver studied for the priesthood in Rome and was ordained there in 1654. After some years of teaching and service to the poor of Rome he was appointed Archbishop of Armagh in Ireland. Four years later, in 1673, a new wave of anti-Catholic persecution began, forcing Archbishop Plunkett to do his pastoral work in secrecy and disguise and to live in hiding. Meanwhile, many of his priests were sent into exile, schools were closed, Church services had to be held in secret, and convents and seminaries were suppressed. As archbishop, Plunkett was viewed as ultimately responsible for any rebellion or political activity among his parishioners. Archbishop Plunkett was arrested and imprisoned in Dublin Castle in 1679, but his trial was moved to London. After deliberating for 15 minutes, a jury found him guilty of fomenting revolt. He was hanged, drawn, and quartered in July 1681. Pope Paul VI canonized Oliver Plunkett in 1975. Reflection Stories like that of Oliver Plunkett seem to fit history. “Things like that don't happen today” is often our thought. But they do. False accusations, prejudice, anti-Catholic sentiments, racism, sexism, etc. are still an active reality in our day. Perhaps a prayer to Saint Oliver for peace and justice might be appropriate. Saint of the Day, Copyright Franciscan Media

On Sunday at Croke Park the glory belonged to Kerry but who was responsible for this victory and will Joe have to apologise?On Free State today Joe and Dion look at how Kerry beat Armagh and David Clifford‘s role in the All-Ireland champions' downfall.Joe accuses Dion of failing to read beyond the headline of his column which was referenced in the aftermath by Kerry manager Jack O'Connor. Dion confesses to his own doubts about Clifford. But does Joe have anything to apologise for or should the world be apologising to him for misunderstanding what he does? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Tommy, James and Paddy are back and talking, after another epic weekend in the football summer. Enjoy(00:30) - Flowers and cheques - Meath and Kerry catch fire.(07:00) - Tyrone take care of Dublin - next steps after Dessie?(21:00) - Donegal recover to dismantle Monaghan (34:00) - Meath beat Galway - the how and the why?(54:00) - Awesome Kerry end Armagh's All-Ireland reign.Tickets to our All-Ireland Final Roadshow in Croke Park are now on sale - check out The Football Pod on instagram to get the ticketing link in our bio or stories.We've got a Members Football Pod coming for you later this week too where we'll look ahead to another quality weekend of action. Become an Off The Ball member, or download the Off The Ball app to get three free listens per month and get our two episodes per-week throughout the intercounty season.The Football Pod Club is brought to you every week by AIB. Proud sponsors of the All-Ireland Senior Football Championship. Check out #TheToughest for more.

Tommy, James and Paddy are back and talking, after another epic weekend in the football summer. Enjoy(00:30) - Flowers and cheques - Meath and Kerry catch fire.(07:00) - Tyrone take care of Dublin - next steps after Dessie?(21:00) - Donegal recover to dismantle Monaghan (34:00) - Meath beat Galway - the how and the why?(54:00) - Awesome Kerry end Armagh's All-Ireland reign.Tickets to our All-Ireland Final Roadshow in Croke Park are now on sale - check out The Football Pod on instagram to get the ticketing link in our bio or stories.We've got a Members Football Pod coming for you later this week too where we'll look ahead to another quality weekend of action. Become an Off The Ball member, or download the Off The Ball app to get three free listens per month and get our two episodes per-week throughout the intercounty season.The Football Pod Club is brought to you every week by AIB. Proud sponsors of the All-Ireland Senior Football Championship. Check out #TheToughest for more.

Kerry have progressed to the All-Ireland Semi-Final after they beat Armagh yesterday by a score of 32 points to 1-21. Jerry spoke to Radio Kerry GAA commentator Tim Moynihan.

The four All-Ireland senior football semi-finalists were confirmed at the weekend after another hugely entertaining weekend of championship action.On Saturday, an impressive second half performance saw Donegal overcome Monaghan and 2021 champions Tyrone beat Dublin, leading to Dessie Farrell's resignation as Dublin manager.On Sunday, Meath put an end to Galway's All-Ireland hopes while Kerry dumped current champions Armagh out of the competition.Matt spoke to Colm Keys, GAA Correspondent with the Irish Independent and Ray Silke, former All-Ireland winning captain with Galway, about the results.Hit the ‘Play' button on this page to hear the chat.

This week on 'The Full-Time Whistle with Darren Kelly (29th June 2025): Heartbreak for the Galway senior footballers as they are beaten by Meath in the All-Ireland quarter-final in Croke Park; Turloughmore, Killimordaly and Skehana-Mountbellew-Moylough win hurling league titles; Victories for the Galway senior and under-23 camogie teams in Athenry; Galway United men draw with Shelbourne, but the women lose out in the FAI Cup; All this and more. == The #fulltimewhistle is Sponsored by Getsetgo Game Changing online car, home and travel insurance that's faster, better and easier! == All-Ireland Senior Football Quarter-Finals Meath 2-16 Galway 2-15 Kerry 0-32 Armagh 1-21 Donegal 1-26 Monaghan 1-20 Tyrone 0-23 Dublin 0-16 Semi-Finals - Donegal vs Meath, Kerry vs Tyrone Under-19A West Board Football League Final Oranmore/Maree 1-15 An Cheathru Rua 1-11 Under-19C North Board Football League Final Caltra 2-13 Northern Gaels 2-8 Division 4A Football League Semi-Final Kilkerrin/Clonberne 0-22 Williamstown 1-9 Division 4B Football League Semi-Finals Corofin 2-11 Ballinasloe 2-7 Claregalway 4-11 Renvyle 0-10 Division 1 Final – Corofin vs Tuam Stars – Friday 7.30pm Tuam Stadium Division 3B Final – Caltra vs St. Brendna's Friday 7.45pm Duggan Park == All-Ireland Under-16B LGFA Semi-Finals Galway 4-11 Westmeath 3-9 Armagh 2-14 Waterford 1-5 *Galway vs Armagh in All-Ireland Final on Wednesday, 16th July Feile LGFA Division 1 Final Claregalway 2-8 Ballinderry 1-6 Feile LGFA Region 3 Final St. Michael's 3-4 Castledermot 1-4 Feile LGFA Region 2 Final Kilkerrin/Clonberne 3-3 Naomh Ciarán 2-4 == All-Ireland Senior Camogie Championship Galway 0-17 Waterford 0-11 Dublin 7-19 Derry 1-11 Cork 5-21 Wexford 0-11 Tipperary 4-17 Clare 0-10 *Galway & Cork qualify for semi-finals in Nowlan Park on 26th July.  Next week's quarter-finals in Croke Park – Waterford vs Clare (Saturday), Tipperary vs Kilkenny (Sunday). All-Ireland under-23 Camogie Semi-Finals Galway 1-13 Kilkenny 1-12 Cork 3-13 Tipperary 0-15 *Final scheduled for Wexford Park on Saturday, 12th July == Division 1 Hurling League Final Turloughmore 2-22 Cappataggle 1-23 Division 2 Hurling League Final Killimordaly 0-25 Ballygar 2-10 Division 3 Hurling League Final Skehana/Mountbellew-Moylough 1-16 Kinvara 1-15 All-Ireland Minor Hurling Final Waterford 1-18 Clare 0-10 == FAI Women's Cup Final Athenry 0-2 Callan United SSE Airtricity League Men's Premier Division Galway United 1-1 Shelbourne Bohemians 1-1 Sligo Rovers Cork City 0-0 St. Patrick's Athletic Derry City 3-0 Drogheda United Shamrock Rovers 1-0 Waterford FAI Women's Cup Round 1 Shelbourne 2-1 Galway United Cork City 2-3 Peamount AET Wexford 1-2 Bohemians Athlone Town 6-0 Terenure Shamrock Rovers 3-1 Waterford Sligo Rovers 2-3 DLR Waves Treaty United 8-0 Ferns United Newbridge Town 2-1 Whitehall Rangers

How is the Orchard County feeling ahead of Sunday’s All-Ireland Quarter-Final against Kerry at Croke Park? Jerry spoke to Kieran Lynch, sports reporter with The Newry Reporter and Armagh TV commentator. Jerry also spoke to Cllr Niall Kelleher who’s unhappy about the provision of trains for Kerry fans.

The world seems to be intent on tapping into humanity's worst instincts.Tech companies ensure the algorithms keep us enraged and fearful, but is there a resistance movement? On Free State today Dion tries to persuade Joe that Test match cricket is part of a broader cultural phenomenon but will Joe buy it?Joe looks at how Kilkenny was transformed from a cricket county to the cradle of hurling.They also consider the All Ireland quarter finals and Dion's credentials as a Kerry supporter are challenged by Joe, who definitely isn't buying it. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Kerry take on Armagh in the All-Ireland quarter final this weekend. Tip off is 4pm on Sunday and as many fans prepare for the match, Amber spoke to Martin Leane of the Kerry Supporters’ Club about the match and how fans can travel safely too it.

The fixtures for the All-Ireland SFC quarter-finals have been confirmed, with the four teams which topped their groups - Armagh, Meath, Monaghan, and Tyrone - set to meet the winners from the preliminary quarter-finals.Will O'Callaghan from Off The Ball and Ray Silke, former All-Ireland winner with Galway, join The Last Word to look back on the previous weekend's action and ahead to the quarter-finals in Croke Park.Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page!

Tommy, James and Paddy are back after another brilliant set of games - it's also a big week for the pod, as we celebrate and welcome a new addition to The Football Pod Family! (00:30) - Major Football Pod announcements…(09:00) - Blockbuster quarter-finals - Donegal's turnaround, Monaghan in wait. (26:00) - Galway-Down entertainment. Meath up next.(46:00) - Kerry respond, Dublin get by Cork as Armagh and Tyrone lie in wait (48:00) - Paddy's Tailteann Cup breakdown - as Limerick and Kildare win.Tickets to our All-Ireland Final Roadshow in Croke Park are now on sale - check out The Football Pod on instagram to get the ticketing link in our bio or stories.We've got a Members Football Pod coming for you later this week too where we'll look ahead to another quality weekend of action. Become an Off The Ball member, or download the Off The Ball app to get three free listens per month and get our two episodes per-week throughout the intercounty season.The Football Pod Club is brought to you every week by AIB. Proud sponsors of the All-Ireland Senior Football Championship. Check out #TheToughest for more.

Tommy, James and Paddy are back after another brilliant set of games - it's also a big week for the pod, as we celebrate and welcome a new addition to The Football Pod Family! (00:30) - Major Football Pod announcements…(09:00) - Blockbuster quarter-finals - Donegal's turnaround, Monaghan in wait. (26:00) - Galway-Down entertainment. Meath up next.(46:00) - Kerry respond, Dublin get by Cork as Armagh and Tyrone lie in wait (48:00) - Paddy's Tailteann Cup breakdown - as Limerick and Kildare win.Tickets to our All-Ireland Final Roadshow in Croke Park are now on sale - check out The Football Pod on instagram to get the ticketing link in our bio or stories.We've got a Members Football Pod coming for you later this week too where we'll look ahead to another quality weekend of action. Become an Off The Ball member, or download the Off The Ball app to get three free listens per month and get our two episodes per-week throughout the intercounty season.The Football Pod Club is brought to you every week by AIB. Proud sponsors of the All-Ireland Senior Football Championship. Check out #TheToughest for more.

Mark spoke to Radio Kerry Sports commentator Tim Moynihan about Kerry’s win over Cavan in Saturday’s All-Ireland preliminary quarter-final. Kerry will now face All-Ireland champions Armagh.

It's all on the line for the Galway senior footballers on Saturday (14th June 2025) when they meet Armagh in a repeat of last year's All-Ireland Final. Padraic Joyce's team need a victory to ensure their place in this year's preliminary quarter-finals, while the Orchard County are already group winners and through to the final eight. The Tribesmen could qualify with a draw or loss, but that would depend on Dublin beating Derry in the other game taking place in Newry at the same time.  Scoring difference could also come into play between Galway (-1) and Derry (-4). Galway Bay FM's Domhnall Ó Confhaola joined Darren Kelly on Friday's 'Over The Line' to look ahead to the game. == Throw-in at Kingspan Breffni Park, Cavan on Saturday is 6.30pm and we'll have LIVE coverage here on Galway Bay FM.

Tommy, James and Paddy catch up for The Football Pod - a bumper double-pod, where we're building up to a huge weekend in the championship and we're putting your questions to the lads.CHAPTERS(00:30) - Hurlers and Chancers(10:00) - The 2025 Tailteann Cup(22:00) - Dublin-Derry what to look forward to and Galway v Armagh(48:00) - Lukewarm Cork v Roscommon, Kerry injury worries vs. Meath(58:00) - Louth to take Clare, Monaghan-Down shootout.(01:07:00) - Predictions and Group 1 knife-edge - Tyrone v Cavan, Donegal-Mayo.(01:14:00) - The Football Pod on breaking into your club senior team…We've got a Members Football Pod coming for you later this week too where we'll look ahead to another quality weekend of action. Become an Off The Ball member, or download the Off The Ball app to get three free listens per month and get our two episodes per-week throughout the intercounty season.The Football Pod Club is brought to you every week by AIB. Proud sponsors of the All-Ireland Senior Football Championship. Check out #TheToughest for more.

Tommy, James and Paddy catch up for The Football Pod - a bumper double-pod, where we're building up to a huge weekend in the championship and we're putting your questions to the lads.CHAPTERS(00:30) - Hurlers and Chancers(10:00) - The 2025 Tailteann Cup(22:00) - Dublin-Derry what to look forward to and Galway v Armagh(48:00) - Lukewarm Cork v Roscommon, Kerry injury worries vs. Meath(58:00) - Louth to take Clare, Monaghan-Down shootout.(01:07:00) - Predictions and Group 1 knife-edge - Tyrone v Cavan, Donegal-Mayo.(01:14:00) - The Football Pod on breaking into your club senior team…We've got a Members Football Pod coming for you later this week too where we'll look ahead to another quality weekend of action. Become an Off The Ball member, or download the Off The Ball app to get three free listens per month and get our two episodes per-week throughout the intercounty season.The Football Pod Club is brought to you every week by AIB. Proud sponsors of the All-Ireland Senior Football Championship. Check out #TheToughest for more.

Dominic Clarke, Principal of St Patrick's Grammar School in Armagh talks about former student, Daniel Wiffin's gift of a new gym in the school.

Welcome to the Final Whistle on Off The Ball.Here is your one-stop shop for all the weekend's biggest GAA voices in one podcast.David Wilson brings you through the weekend's major Gaelic Games talking points.Armagh topple the Dubs in HQ thanks to Rory Grugan.Dessie Farrell targets a Derry ambush whilst Paddy Tally is happy with how his side is building.Gabriel Bannigan's Monaghan continue their winning streak whilst Clare's Peter Keane sees improvement.Jim McGuiness knows it will all come down to the decider against Mayo, whilst Tyrone aim to bounce back against Cavan.Ger Brennan says the demands of inter-county players are too much.And Jack O'Connor says it is a bruising experience every time you go to Cork.Become a member at offtheball.com/subscribe

Tommy, James and Paddy catch up for The Football Pod after another superb weekend of football, full of drama, upsets and brilliant skills on show.CHAPTERS(00:30) - Jimmy's minute.(02:00) - Sensational Derry-Galway drama.(15:00) - Armagh flying, Dubs trouble? (31:00) - Mayo deliver against Tyrone, Donegal-Cavan route.(42:00) - Tyrone's u20s magic. Tailteann Cup knockouts.(48:00) - Down-Louth, Meath-Roscommon, Monaghan-Clare fallout.(53:00) - Kerry-Cork breakdown.(01:03:00) - TFP Members questions.We've got a Members Football Pod coming for you later this week too where we'll look ahead to another quality weekend of action. Become an Off The Ball member, or download the Off The Ball app to get three free listens per month and get our two episodes per-week throughout the intercounty season.The Football Pod Club is brought to you every week by AIB. Proud sponsors of the All-Ireland Senior Football Championship. Check out #TheToughest for more.

Tommy, James and Paddy catch up for The Football Pod after another superb weekend of football, full of drama, upsets and brilliant skills on show.CHAPTERS(00:30) - Jimmy's minute.(02:00) - Sensational Derry-Galway drama.(15:00) - Armagh flying, Dubs trouble? (31:00) - Mayo deliver against Tyrone, Donegal-Cavan route.(42:00) - Tyrone's u20s magic. Tailteann Cup knockouts.(48:00) - Down-Louth, Meath-Roscommon, Monaghan-Clare fallout.(53:00) - Kerry-Cork breakdown.(01:03:00) - TFP Members questions.We've got a Members Football Pod coming for you later this week too where we'll look ahead to another quality weekend of action. Become an Off The Ball member, or download the Off The Ball app to get three free listens per month and get our two episodes per-week throughout the intercounty season.The Football Pod Club is brought to you every week by AIB. Proud sponsors of the All-Ireland Senior Football Championship. Check out #TheToughest for more.

Tommy, James and Paddy are back with The Football Pod after another fantastic Championship weekend - spanners were thrown into the works, once more - as we head into a weekend where everybody is in action! CHAPTERS(00:30) - Tommy's Madeira sell, GAA TV blackouts.(05:00) - How Meath got a big W against Cork.(12:00) - Monaghan smarts too much for Louth(26:00) - Kevin McStay steps back as Mayo manager(28:00) - Tyrone-ness takes out Donegal(43:00) - Armagh's positive signs. Derry flicker.We've got a Members Football Pod coming for you later this week too where we'll look ahead to another quality weekend of action. Become an Off The Ball member, or download the Off The Ball app to get three free listens per month and get our two episodes per-week throughout the intercounty season.The Football Pod Club is brought to you every week by AIB. Proud sponsors of the All-Ireland Senior Football Championship. Check out #TheToughest for more.

Tommy, James and Paddy are back with The Football Pod after another fantastic Championship weekend - spanners were thrown into the works, once more - as we head into a weekend where everybody is in action! CHAPTERS(00:30) - Tommy's Madeira sell, GAA TV blackouts.(05:00) - How Meath got a big W against Cork.(12:00) - Monaghan smarts too much for Louth(26:00) - Kevin McStay steps back as Mayo manager(28:00) - Tyrone-ness takes out Donegal(43:00) - Armagh's positive signs. Derry flicker.We've got a Members Football Pod coming for you later this week too where we'll look ahead to another quality weekend of action. Become an Off The Ball member, or download the Off The Ball app to get three free listens per month and get our two episodes per-week throughout the intercounty season.The Football Pod Club is brought to you every week by AIB. Proud sponsors of the All-Ireland Senior Football Championship. Check out #TheToughest for more.

Tommy, James and Paddy are back with The Football Pod after a weekend where there was only one real winner - Gaelic Football! We saw Donegal edge a stunning Ulster final, and on Sunday Louth claimed the Leinster title for the first time in 68 years. Scenes! We're talking both finals, and all the rest of the action this weekend.(00:30) - Capturing the magic of Croke Park on Sunday.(05:00) - Louth's glorious Leinster win - how they got the better of Meath.(24:00) - Tailteann Cup stories and Tyrone's u20s.(28:00) - Donegal-Armagh serve up a classic - where it was won and lost. We've got a Members Football Pod coming for you later this week too where we'll look ahead to another quality weekend of action. Become an Off The Ball member, or download the Off The Ball app to get three free listens per month and get our two episodes per-week throughout the intercounty season.The Football Pod Club is brought to you every week by AIB. Proud sponsors of the All-Ireland Senior Football Championship. Check out #TheToughest for more.

SwingerI spent the last week in Dublin in the Four Courts as part of the outworking of my case against the BBC's Spotlight programme nine years ago. But more of that when it's over which could take another fortnight.On the morning that the case started our Gearóid phoned me to say that his father-in-law Paddy ‘Swinger' McBride was dead. The news was a great shock. I had spent a half hour or more a few days before chatting with Paddy in his home. He was just out after a spell in hospital, and although he was ill his spirit was strong and he was full of craic and talk about the current politics, his son Patrick's Man of the Match performance for Antrim against Armagh, the need to build Casement and how a son of Tony Benn could behave the way Hillary Benn does.Israel's reign of terrorAs this column goes to press the Israeli government is calling up tens of thousands of army reservists for a full scale military invasion, subjugation and occupation of the Gaza Strip. After almost 20 months of genocide against the Palestinian people the Israeli state is now embarking on its final solution – the displacement of two million people and the mass murder of more Palestinians.Last Saturday was World Press Freedom Day – but not in Gaza. In the year and a half of this current reign of terror by Israel at least 211 journalists have been killed in the Gaza Strip while the international press corps is denied access to report on events in that huge concentration camp. Britain and most western and European states are silent on this. They are silent also on the deliberate use of starvation as a weapon of war against two million people, many of them children, who live in Gaza. According to UNICEF over three hundred thousand children under the age of five are suffering severe malnutrition.Commission on the Future of IrelandAs momentum in the demand for Irish Unity grows the work of Sinn Féin's Commission on the Future of Ireland continues to expand.In the last two months the Commission has held a Mid Ulster Peoples Assembly in the Seamus Heaney Homeplace in Bellaghy; a Tionól Pobail Bhaile Ghib in County Meath; a climate crisis conference - One Island, One Environment – in Dublin and an EU & Irish Unity- What next?- event in the European Parliament in Brussels.

Armagh LGFA's Blaithin Mackin and Joe Feeney spoke with Stephen Gleeson after they retained the Ulster Senior Ladies Football Championship with a win over Donegal, as the men's team were just about to run out in hopes of doing the same!