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Bernard Jackman and Garry Doyle join Murray Kinsella to chat about the United Rugby Championship, Ireland's summer squad, the U20 Six Nations, and a massive weekend for 7s rugby in Ireland.
Joe Molloy is joined by former Ireland international Gary Breen, and journalist David Sneyd, as we pick through Ireland's on-field crisis, following the defeat to Luxembourg last night. @paddypower
Joe Molloy, Nathan Murphy and Richie McCormack run through the day's biggest sports stories. We look at the further developments in the Gordon Elliott controversy, we discuss Jonathan Sexton's new deal and we remember Liverpool icon Ian St John after the former player passed away earlier today.
Dan McDonnell from the Irish Independent joined Joe Molloy to discuss this week's news from the Champions League including the incident in Paris on Tuesday night. Enda Coll also caught up Peamount's Aine O'Gorman ahead of their women's FAI Cup final against Cork City.
Alison Donnelly joined Ger Gilroy and Eoin Sheahan on Wednesday's OTB AM to discuss the situation surrounding Ireland's World Cup hopes, 20x20 and the progression of women's sport in the public eye. OTB AM is brought to you in association with Gillette | #MadeOfWhatMatters OTB AM is the sports breakfast show from Off The Ball – live weekday mornings from 7:30-10:00 am across the OTB channels. You can subscribe to the OTB AM podcast wherever you get your podcasts across the OTB Podcast Network. via iTunes via ">Spotify via GoLoud
Ulster and Ireland winger Jacob Stockdale joins Barry Murphy and Andrew Trimble for the latest House of Rugby episode. Jacob talks openly about some vile abuse he received online after Ireland's World Cup exit. He also speaks about rugby's return and his Lions ambitions. The lads also discuss a classic World Cup game that saw Jonah Lomu destroy England.
Andy BREAKS HIS SILENCE and doesn't hold back in his assessment of Ireland's World Cup demise. - Andy's warm-up (2:00) - Andy hits his stride (17:35) - Andy on Ireland's refusal to select on form (22:50) - Murray's first contribution, the poor fella (25:48) - Nacewa and BOD's comments (28:30) - The reaction to media criticism of Ireland (37:10) - Schmidt's future (41:00) - Semi-final preview (47:50) Got a question/suggestion for the lads? Email us at sport@the42.ie. You can also now become a member of The42 to get access to extra episodes of Rugby Weekly during the World Cup, as well as all the latest news from the Ireland camp in Murray's weekly newsletter. Follow this link to sign up members.the42.ie/.
Ireland's World Cup woes continue. Another quarter-final exit has many asking what is wrong with Irish rugby technically, tactically and most importantly, mentally? On this week's World in Union, the lads look back at the New Zealand loss and try and piece together what exactly went wrong. As well as that, we look forward to the Andy Farrell era and what needs to happen next. There is also an interview with USA Attack Coach and 2020 Head Coach of Rugby United New York Greg McWilliams. The Irishman talks to us about working with Joe Schmidt, coaching at the World Cup and the Irish abroad.
Ireland's World Cup woes continue. Another quarter-final exit has many asking what is wrong with Irish rugby technically, tactically and most importantly, mentally? On this week's World in Union, the lads look back at the New Zealand loss and try and piece together what exactly went wrong. As well as that, we look forward to the Andy Farrell era and what needs to happen next. There is also an interview with USA Attack Coach and 2020 Head Coach of Rugby United New York Greg McWilliams. The Irishman talks to us about working with Joe Schmidt, coaching at the World Cup and the Irish abroad.
Typhoon Hagibis threatens to put Ireland's world cup into a spin, The Breakers prepare to face the Memphis Grizzlies and we chat to Bernice Mene ahead of the Silver Ferns vs Diamonds match this weekend.
As Typhoon Hagibis tracks its way towards Japan, Cian Tracey is joined by Jonathan Bradley (Belfast Telegraph) and Ruth Gorman (UTV) to discuss the storm's potential implications for Ireland's final pool game against Samoa on Saturday. There is good news on the injury front as Jordi Murphy has remained with the squad despite picking up a rib injury last week, while Joey Carbery and Robbie Henshaw are also back in training. Having had the weekend in Fukuoka, Jonathan talks about experiencing a play-off game in the Japanese baseball league as Ruth offers an insight into what it has been like to cover the World Cup from a television point of view.
Irish Examiner rugby writers Brendan O'Brien and Simon Lewis pick the bones out of Ireland's World Cup meeting with Japan. And we hear from CJ Stander on Ireland's options and stadium humidity. In association with Nissan Ireland. - Abysmal Ireland but Japan credentials can’t be dismissed - Do Ireland need a plan B, C or D? - Have Japan revealed the template for dealing with Ireland? - The leadership vacuum in Sexton's absence - CJ Stander on Jordi Murphy and dealing with Japan's sweatboxes - No need for full metal jacket v the Russians? Or are those famous last words?
Irish Examiner rugby writers Brendan O'Brien and Simon Lewis look ahead to Ireland's World Cup meeting with Japan, along with local journalist Rich Freeman. In association with Nissan Ireland. - No media training in sight as refreshing Blossoms talk themselves up - Is this a legacy of the Eddie Jones era? - The meteoric rise of Jack Carty continues - Farrell making himself at home in the centre - Old heads restored - Elsewhere, refereeing controversy has overshadowed a low-key week, which has featured some bizarre lawlessness - And Uruguay aside, none of the minnows have closed any gaps
Munster and Ireland winger Eimear Considine joins Andrew Trimble in the House of Rugby studio to look ahead to Ireland's World Cup encounter against Japan, and to tackle a brand new quiz.
It's 15 days until the start of the 2019 World Cup. With one warm-up game to go against Wales this weekend, Murray, Gavan and Bernard look at the best and worst-case outcomes for Ireland's World Cup. - Ireland v Wales team news (1.20) - Why Ireland may bomb at the World Cup (9.30) - How Ireland can do well at the World Cup (20.45) Got a question/suggestion for the lads? Email us at sport@the42.ie. You can also now become a member of The42 to get access to extra episodes of Rugby Weekly during the World Cup, as well as all the latest news from the Ireland camp in Murray's weekly newsletter. Follow this link to sign up members.the42.ie/.
WCS4: Assessing Addison's absence from Ireland's World Cup squad and the meaning of Devin's drop by Belfast Telegraph Sport
Barry Murphy, Andrew Trimble and Jerry Flannery are in the House of Rugby studio to talk about Ireland's 31-man World Cup squad. They also look back on Ireland's redemptive win over Wales and the players that shot their hands up for selection.
The Rugby World Cup gets ever closer, and Elite Rugby Banter is here to keep the good times rolling (slowly). Matt and Ben (plus Adam who surprises by being quietly around) are joined by Gavin Mrphy, who does his best to not be glum following Ireland's big defeat to England, while delivering a cracking preview for Ireland's World Cup campaign. Another massive assist is received from Morris Fuller, who gives us the low-down on the USA Eagles' chances in Japan. Matt and Ben, who do Tonga and France respectively, take note of our guests' excellent contributions thus far. Adam wasn't prepared at all! Some other stuff is also discussed, including Aphiwe Dyanti's positive test, Australia's World Cup squad (mostly at the end), wrestling, Dota 2 and some Currie Cup. Music by @monstroid, 80s TV Show
Ireland's referee from the Women's World Cup final - Michelle O'Neill - joined Cliona Foley to talk about her experiences at the sport's showpiece event. You can also watch the full interview on on our YouTube channel here.
Leinster have retained their Pro 14 title after a hard fought win over Glasgow in Celtic Park. We've got lots of reaction from Scotland with Johnny Sexton, James Lowe and Stuart Lancaster. We reflect on Leinster's season and talk about the future the Glasgow Warriors as a major entity in their city. Sean O'Brien is out of the World Cup and won't play for Ireland or Leinster again after it was revealed he will need surgery on his hip. Sexton reflects on the loss of his longtime teammate and the lads discuss the how much this will affect Ireland's World Cup chances. We also give an overall grade to 2018/19 for Irish rugby as a whole. You can get in touch via thegaffer@balls.ie or on Twitter, Facebook and Instagram.
In a Left-Wing podcast exclusive, Ireland legend, Paul O'Connell, joined Will and Luke to talk all things rugby. The former Ireland captain opened up on the challenges of coaching in France with Stade Francais, recalled his memories of winning the 2015 Six Nations and the impact it had in the lead up to the World Cup later that year, and says why he wouldn't make wholesale changes for the next Six Nations clash against Italy. For more from the Left Wing podcast visit www.independent.ie/podcasts/the-left-wing/ The Left Wing podcast is in association with Aldi.
On the show this morning we had Shane Byrne on Leinster's 42-15 win over Bath, Ireland Footgolf captain Gary Mullen spoke to Jamie about Ireland's World Cup campaign, Former Dublin manager Humphrey Kelleher on Dublin's new manager Mattie Kenny and Meath manager Andy McEntee on the fundraiser match between Dublin and Meath in aid of Sean Cox
On the show this morning Jamie was joined by Ireland footballing legend Kevin Sheedy, the man who scored Ireland's first ever world cup goal in Italia 90. We also got all the lowdown from Leinsters 17-10 win over Bath. We had Kilmacud co-manager Johnny Magee on his sides cup final today and we were also joined by Ireland Hockey goalkeeper and captain David Harte on Ireland's World Cup experience.
A weekly bonus podcast where Danny and Mero take a topic from listeners, guests, social media or anywhere really and have 10 minutes to disect it. Or they have 10 minutes to waffle like they always do. This week the lads are declarng Denmark enemies of the podcast ahead of Ireland's World Cup play-off and we look back on hurricane Ophelia and the mark she left on Ireland.
Episode 11 takes an in-depth look at the firing of the Garda Commissioner and examines the many scandals troubling Ireland’s police force. I explain what should be done to reform the Gardaí. Plus, I address the issue of terrorism in Ireland and abroad especially the report that found that the terrorists behind the London Bridge terror attack had actually planned to stage a similar attack at a well-known landmark in Dublin. I provide opinions on the latest news in movie and sport specifically the Republic of Ireland's World Cup 2018 aspirations. I also discuss the drinking culture in Ireland, my recent night out at a club and an update on the future of this show.
Former Irish centre Lynne Cantwell joins Gavan Casey to look back at Ireland's opening match of the 2017 Women's Rugby World Cup against Australia.
A sucker punch by Austria may have derailed Ireland's World Cup qualifying campaign but some glamour friendlies offer Trap the chance to regroup. Irish players might be on the move this summer with several rumours emerging, but will serious bids back up the transfer speculations. On this episode of the YBIG Football Show, Dave O'Grady speaks to Emmet Malone, football correspondent for the Irish Times, PogMoGoal's James Carew and Gavin Teehan, event manager for the Irish World Cup 2013. Coming up: - The Irish World Cup 7 aside tournament - Ireland's qualifying campaign derailed? - Meeting the 'Old Enemy' - A Spanish dance in the USA - Irish players on the move this summer? - Sligo Rovers, the Irish Bayern Munich? If you would like to sponsor, advertise or just get involved with the show, drop us an email to TheWorldsTalking@gmail.com To make tuning in again easier for you: 1. We’re available on the iTunes Store directory, type in “YBIG” into the search bar and you’ll find the show and be able to subscribe. 2. You can also subscribe via our RSS feed: http://ybigfootieshow.podomatic.com/rss2.xml 3. You can find old episodes here: http://ybigfootieshow.podomatic.com/ 4. We are also on facebook: http://www.facebook.com/pages/The-Worlds-Talking/191923120895223 5. And Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/TheWorldsTalkin