Podcast appearances and mentions of John Cleary

Melanie Browne with another edition of the Big Red Bench.Plenty of reaction from Corks MASSIVE win over Offaly in the All Ireland Hurling Quarter Finals plus Ger McCarthy chats to John Cleary as they await the draw for their Senior Football Quarter Final.

Cork boss John Cleary chats with Ger McCarthy about the superb win over Donegal, and looks ahead to Monday's All Ireland quarter finals draw.

ON THIS bonus podcast, we reflect on Cork's memorable win over Donegal to progress to the All-Ireland SFC quarter-finals.The Rebels produced an incredible 0-17 to 1-13 in Ballybofey to see off the league champions and, according to some, the All-Ireland favourites.John Cleary's team were 1-7 to 0-5 down at half time but produced a battling second half display with some great two-point shooting.It means the Rebels have a weekend off before they prepare for their quarter-final in Croke Park on the weekend of June 27-28.On this special podcast, Kieran McCarthy and Matthew Hurley break down the significance of this victory and we have interviews with John Cleary, Ruairí Deane, Patrick Doyle and Conor Corbett.All this and more on this week's Star Sport Podcast. Watch above. Listen on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, by using the player below or by searching 'Southern Star Sport Podcast' wherever you get yours.Follow our hosts on X: @matt_hurley01 and @KieranMcC_SSProduced by Matthew Hurley***The Star Sport Podcast is brought to you in association with Access Credit Union.Access Credit Union - Where your bank really does matter. Choose Credit Union, Choose Local, Choose Community. For more visit www.accesscu.ieSubscribe to The Southern Star's digital edition for less than €2 per week via https://subscribe.southernstar.ie/plans Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Rebels flying high after Donegal winThe Echo Sport Podcast crew is back to discuss another bumper weekend of Cork GAA action.Now in its fourth season, the podcast sees the Echo team discuss all the latest Cork GAA news on and off the field. In the wake of Saturday's incredible All-Ireland SFC win over Donegal, Denis Hurley is joined by Barry O'Mahony and John Horgan.Going in as outsiders in the round 2A clash in Ballybofey, Cork were given little chance of taking the direct route to the quarter-finals, especially when they trailed at half-time, but a flurry of two-pointers swung the game the way of John Cleary's men.All things considered, Barry O'Mahony reckons that it was the county's biggest football championship win since the 2010 All-Ireland, with the county board's decision to sanction a flight to Derry vindicated.Cork now have the luxury of a gap until the quarter-finals at the end of June, with the round 3 fixtures this weekend set to eliminate four of Monaghan, Westmeath, Donegal, Dublin, Kerry, Armagh, Mayo and Meath. Waiting along with Cork for the last-eight ties in Croke Park are Galway, Louth and Derry, underlining the sense that it is the most open football championship in years.In the recent past, Cork have been guilty of following a good result with a poor one and the challenge now is to change that record and reach a semi-final, something that has not happened since 2012.That year, both the Cork hurlers and footballers made the last four of their respective championships and the hurlers can complete the first leg of such a double this Sunday if they beat Offaly in the All-Ireland SHC quarter-final in Thurles.Despite the expected absences of Tommy O'Connell and Tim O'Mahony, Cork will be strong favourites to get the better of the Faithful County, though Offaly did impress in qualifying from the Leinster round-robin.Notwithstanding Limerick's defeat to Dublin last year, the panel expect Cork to respond strongly to the Munster SHC loss to the Shannonsiders. Also in action this weekend are Keith Ricken's minor football side, who take on Derry as they seek to build on an impressive campaign to date.While the minor hurlers lost their semi-final to Tipperary, it was their seventh championship game and laid a foundation for the further development of the players involved.You can listen at https://www.echolive.ie/podcast or wherever you get your podcasts.a Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

ON THIS week's podcast, we chat to Carbery U15 hurling manager Joe O'Donnell as the team are having a good start to their Rebel Óg Premier 1 Hurling League season.After beating established hurling clubs Blackrock (5-14 to 4-11) and Glen Rovers (5-23 to 5-17), the West Cork division are going very well in their opening season.They face Midleton in Newcestown this Thursday (8pm) as they hope to continue their impressive start.With games against Douglas and Duhallow to follow too, there is a lot of excitement around the squad. O'Donnell, a Limerick man who moved down to Bantry in the late 90s is trying to change the standards of West Cork hurling and is doing tremendous work with his adopted club Bantry Blues too.He also talks about the Cork and Limerick hurling rivalry as the two sides look in pole position to contest the All-Ireland SHC.Ben O'Connor's Cork hurlers face the Treaty in the Munster final after seeing off Clare 1-30 to 1-14, completing their fourth win in succession in the provincial round robin.We discuss the footballers' fantastic victory over Meath (0-30 to 1-24). John Cleary's men progress to Round 2A of the All-Ireland SFC and are one game away from a quarter-final in Croke Park.All this and more on this week's Star Sport Podcast. Watch above. Listen on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, by using the player below or by searching 'Southern Star Sport Podcast' wherever you get yours.Follow our hosts on X: @matt_hurley01 and @KieranMcC_SSProduced by Matthew Hurley***The Star Sport Podcast is brought to you in association with Access Credit Union.Access Credit Union - Where your bank really does matter. Choose Credit Union, Choose Local, Choose Community. For more visit www.accesscu.ieSubscribe to The Southern Star's digital edition for less than €2 per week via https://subscribe.southernstar.ie/plans Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Echo Sport Podcast crew are in high spirits to discuss a memorable run of hurling and football games with the footballers roaring back to beat Meath, the minors lifting the Munster title and hurling wins at minor and senior level.Now in its fourth season, every week Éamonn Murphy is joined by The Echo team, including Barry O'Mahony, Denis Hurley, Rory Noonan, John Horgan and more to discuss all the latest Cork GAA news on and off the field.Keith Ricken's minor footballers didn't get any help from the weather gods as they overcame driving rain and a Kerry side determined to show their heavy loss in the round-robin was a freak result. It wasn't always pretty but it was certainly gutsy for the young Rebels, who held on in extra time at rain-swept Páirc Uí Rinn.To cap it off, captain Joe Miskella delivered his speech as Gaeilge. Ar fheahas!The seniors also had to dig deep, albeit in sun-sorched conditions, in the opening round of the All-Ireland series, gaining a modicum of revenge for the league final loss to Meath. Eight points down at half-time and then reduced to 14 men after a harsh red card for Colm O'Callaghan, the backing of the home support definitely made a difference as Steven Sherlock shot the lights out.Defenders Tommy Walsh and Daniel O'Mahony were also magnificent and now the summer opens up for John Cleary's side, who are one win away from a first quarter-final in three seasons.The late Johnny Carroll, a Munster-winning Cork footballer, county-winning player with Dohenys and Carbery and county-winning selector with Ballincollig, would have enjoyed those two games.The hurlers return to the Munster final as defending champions after becoming the first county since Tipperary in 2019 to win all four group games. We expected a classic in the Páirc on Sunday but despite the glorious weather, we got nothing of the sort.Clare couldn't replicate the intensity they brought to their victory over Tipp a week earlier, with the Downeys, Niall O'Leary, William Buckley and Brian Hayes leading Cork's charge. Next up is yet another Limerick showdown.The minors had to come from six points down with time running out to beat Wexford and make the All-Ireland quarter-final, as Bobby Power top-scored, captain Eoin Considine swapped from wing-back to full-forward to snatch a goal and sub Sam McCarthy, son of Timmy, grabbed 1-2. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

What an incredible win for Cork, as they defeated Meath in Pairc ui Rinn. A tremendous performance from the Rebels saw them win an absolute epic, winning 0-30 to 1-24 - and they had 14 players for the last 20 minutes after Colm O'Callaghan was shown a red card.Ger McCarthy was there for The Big Red Bench, and spoke to boss John Cleary, and players Maurice Shanley, Rory Maguire and Chris Óg Jones.

Red FM's Ger McCarthy speaks to Cork football boss Ger McCarthy ahead of Saturday's clash with Meath in the All Ireland Football Championship.

The Echo Sport Podcast crew is back to discuss another bumper weekend of Cork GAA action.Now in its fourth season, every week Éamonn Murphy is joined by The Echo team, including Barry O'Mahony, Denis Hurley, Rory Noonan, John Horgan and more to discuss all the latest Cork GAA news on and off the field.While neither of the senior teams were in action over the weekend, it didn't prevent the hurlers from hogging the headlines.The news that Darragh Fitzgibbon will miss the rest of the Munster series due to an operation is just the latest blow after injuries to Rob Downey and Ciarán Joyce and another hamstring issue for the luckless Robbie O'Flynn.Results over the weekend which saw Limerick beat Waterford and Clare put Tipp to the sword probably didn't lift the mood either, as it reinforced what a disaster the All-Ireland final loss last July was while keeping the Banner in the mix for the provincial silverware.If Cork are beaten by four points or more against Clare next Sunday and Limerick get the better of already eliminated Waterford, then it's a Limerick-Clare Munster final. Now some fans would argue it would be benficial to avoid another showdown with the Treaty, Cork have won three games on the bounce and will be keen to preserve their unbeaten record in the Páirc going back to the Clare loss in April 2024.Barry Walsh is the obvious option to start with Darragh Fitz out but could Cork go with Eoin Downey centre-back to restore Tim O'Mahony at midfield and bring Cormac O'Brien in on the wing? How the players fared in last Saturday's A v B game at Fota Island will dictate the management's approach.At club level, Declan Dalton offered a reminder of his class by nailing 0-12 in Fr O'Neill's win over St Finbarr's. Has he a chance of forcing his way back into the match-day 26?On the football front, Cork host Meath in Páirc Uí Rinn on Saturday evening, where they'll need to perform better and more consistently across the 70-plus minutes than they did in Killarney. A fully fit Dara Sheedy would add some needed creativity to the half-forward line.Even if they lose, John Cleary's side will have another shot at the qualifiers in the losers round but beating Meath is essential if they're to make a realistic push for the latter stages of the All-Ireland series. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Hear from Cork boss John Cleary, and Kerry boss Jack O'Connor, after the Kingdom's win in yesterday's Munster Championship Final in Killarney,.

Cork football boss John Cleary chats to Harry Hayden ahead of tomorrow's Munster Championship final with old rivals Kerry in Killarney.

ON THIS week's podcast, we are joined by Star Sport columnist John Hayes to look ahead to the hotly anticipated Munster SFC final between Cork and Kerry on Sunday in Fitzgerald Stadium, Killarney (1.45pm).This is the first provincial final meeting since 2021 between the sides as the Rebels are looking for a first Munster triumph since 2012.Other hoodoos for John Cleary's team include not beating the Kingdom in a Munster decider since 2008 and not winning a championship match in Killarney since 1995.With Cork earning promotion from Division 2 this season and currently on a run of eight victories in ten games.Furthermore, Kerry could be down a few key players judging by the reports coming out of the opposition's camp.It promises to be a great clash and should go down to the wire.All this and more on this week's Star Sport Podcast. Watch above. Listen on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, by using the player below or by searching 'Southern Star Sport Podcast' wherever you get yours.Follow our hosts on X: @matt_hurley01 and @KieranMcC_SSProduced by Matthew Hurley***The Star Sport Podcast is brought to you in association with Access Credit Union.Access Credit Union - Where your bank really does matter. Choose Credit Union, Choose Local, Choose Community. For more visit www.accesscu.ie Subscribe to The Southern Star's digital edition for less than €2 per week via https://subscribe.southernstar.ie/plans Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

It's a bumper weekend ahead for Cork GAA and The Echo Sport Podcast crew discuss the key games against Waterford and Kerry.Now in its fourth season, every week Éamonn Murphy is joined by The Echo team, including Barry O'Mahony, Denis Hurley, Rory Noonan, John Horgan and more, to discuss all the latest Cork GAA news on and off the field.First up on Saturday evening, the hurlers travel to Walsh Park, where they were beaten two years ago, looking to seal their spot in the All-Ireland series with a game to spare. The loss of Ciarán Joyce and Rob Downey to injury destablises the defence and poses a few selection headaches for Ben O'Connor and his selectors. Do they rejig the team, bringing Tim O'Mahony to the half-back line and Darragh Fitzgibbon to midfield, given they have stronger forward options in reserve? Or do they look to the experience of Damien Cahalane and Ger Millerick to fill in?There's also Daire O'Leary and Micheál Mullins in reserve, who featured in the league, or Cormac O'Brien who started last year's league and Munster finals.Having beaten Tipp and Limerick, the Rebels are moving well but their hosts this weekend will also fancy their chances and must win to save their season.On Sunday, the footballers travel over the county bounds looking for a first victory on enemy territory in 31 years and to land an overdue Munster title, bridging a gap to 2012.John Cleary must plan without veteran forward Brian Hurley but the vibes are good coming out of the camp before the clash.Kerry have a pile of injuries of their own but they still possess two of the deadliest forwards in the game in David and Paudie Clifford. Getting the match-ups right here will be crucial to Cork's prospects.The Echo panel also discuss the latest underage action, including fine performances by the minors in both codes and a cracking Munster U20 final which saw Cork come up just short. For the U20 hurlers, Barry Walsh was electric in beating Clare but now they must face them again in the provincial semi-final and he could be tied up with the seniors... Which game is more important and if he's out how will the U20s adapt? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

It's a big milestone this week. We've hit show 800, and I've decided to do something a bit different. No themes, no guest takeovers, just a selection of music that means the world to me. These are the tracks that move me, the ones I find important, and the ones that remind me why I started this show in the first place. We're kicking off with the absolute masters of the pocket, The Meters, and keeping that heavy groove alive with Blues is Truth, Karena K, and Paul Michael. This episode feels personal because it is—we're traveling from the delta grit of Leadbelly to the singular genius of Tom Waits, through to the West London soul of Robert Hokum and the Guv'nors and The Geoff Garbow Band. I've made sure the heavyweights are present too. You'll hear Freddie King, BB King, and Buddy Guy showing us how it's done, alongside the pure fire of Derek and the Dominos and Nick Curran. There is space for the deep, soulful moments from Percy Sledge and the early magic of Fleetwood Mac, while Rob Millis, Yuri Apsy, and Bruce Mississippi Johnson keep the story moving forward. We're also checking in with The Steady Rollin' Revue, the funk-infused mastery of John Cleary, and the legendary Sly and the Family Stone. It's a real journey through the sounds that have shaped my ears over the years. It's show 800. It's special. And more than anything, it's the truth.

The Cork hurlers two from two to start the round robin series for the first time since its inception in 2018 and the footballers into a first Munster final in five years... a good weekend's work.The Echo Sport Podcast crew break down the action from Thurles and SuperValu Páirc Uí Chaoimh and access the state of play with time to take a breath before the action resumes after the May Bank Holiday. Now in its fourth season, every week Éamonn Murphy is joined by The Echo team, including Barry O'Mahony, Denis Hurley, Rory Noonan, John Horgan and more to discuss all the latest Cork GAA news on and off the field.On the hurling front, Cork emptied the tank to pull off a victory against Limerick, who, despite losing Aaron Gillane to a training-ground injury and Cian Lynch to a second-half red card, came very close to winning on Leeside. For the hosts, it's now 11 games in league and championship without defeat since two years ago when going under to Clare left them on the brink.It's been an incredible run, as Man of the Match and captain Darragh Fitzgibbon told RTE: "It's just unbelievable here, these are the best days of our lives.”Now look we all know it's an All-Ireland we crave but that shouldn't take from the effort this group of players are putting in to try and end the famine. They had a ropey start on Sunday and didn't manage the last quarter as effectively as we'd have liked with an extra man but Limerick haven't hoovered up 15 major trophies in nine years for nothing.They remain a phenomenal outfit but Cork are in an extremely strong position to make it into the All-Ireland series with plenty to work on as well. Injuries to Ciarán Joyce and Rob Downey are a concern, the puck-outs remain a work in progress and some of the younger guns are still learning. But there are no shortage of positives either, with the goal threat to the fore once more and huge leadership being shown by the more experienced hurlers. On the football front, Cork got going after a sluggish opening half at sun-sorched Semple Stadium before powering to a 15-point victory over Tipp. Being able to call on Ruairí Deane, Colm O'Callaghan and Brian Hurley from the bench highlighted the gulf in class between the sides but Cork are as well set as they've been in a while to rattle Kerry in Killarney.Getting a first win in Fitzgerald Stadium in 31 years will be another sceál of course but there's big interest in the game and John Cleary's charges deserve massive support. Look what difference it makes to the hurlers... Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

ON THIS week's podcast, we chat to Cork senior hurling captain Darragh Fitzgibbon.Eir hurling ambassador Fitzgibbon was on hand as eir celebrated another step forward in its network evolution, recognised by Opensignal as having Ireland's No.1 5G network coverage. Cork's Munster SHC campaign throws-in this Sunday when they travel to All-Ireland champions Tipperary (4pm).With Limerick, Waterford and Clare also in the picture, the provincial round robin will be as tough as ever.Fitzgibbon is the new Cork captain this year too and will hoping to start the championship with a victory.Also on the show, we discuss wins for the Cork LGFA and men's footballers.Joe Carroll's LGFA outfit won the Division 1 title against Galway while John Cleary's footballers overcame Limerick but with a lot to improve on.All this and more on this week's Star Sport Podcast. Watch above. Listen on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, by using the player below or by searching 'Southern Star Sport Podcast' wherever you get yours.Follow our hosts on X: @matt_hurley01 and @KieranMcC_SSProduced by Matthew Hurley***The Star Sport Podcast is brought to you in association with Access Credit Union.Access Credit Union - Where your bank really does matter. Choose Credit Union, Choose Local, Choose Community. For more visit www.accesscu.ie Eir has reached another significant moment in its network evolution, having been recognised by Opensignal as Ireland's No.1 5G network coverage. Now delivering 5G to 99% of Ireland's population, eir was the first operator to bring 5G to Croke Park and continues to elevate the matchday experience for fans and players alike. For more information visit eir.ieSubscribe to The Southern Star's digital edition for less than €2 per week via https://subscribe.southernstar.ie/plans Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Dan Casey was back for another installment of the Big Red Bench, plenty to get through including hearing from Cork football boss John Cleary and player Paul Walsh, and there's a mighty comeback for the LGFA team

How concerning was that league final loss to Limerick on Sunday?Well, and it would have been the same if Cork had completed an unlikely comeback from 10 points down in TUS Gaelic Grounds last weekend, it will all be framed by the Munster championship and especially the opening two games, up in Semple Stadium and against the Treaty in the Páirc.If Ben O'Connor's side are on the back foot after that pair of matches in the space of eight days, everything they've done this year so far will be questioned.A couple of good performances and relinquishing the league crown to the Treaty will be viewed as a learning curve. However, for the moment, there are some real issues after the action on Shannonside. Cork only managed 0-3 from play from their half-forward line, a key sector in their previous defeats of Limerick. Three-time midfield All-Star Darragh Fitzgibbon's redeployment to number 12 didn't reap a reward here, even if Tommy O'Connell and Tim O'Mahony held their own.Cork's half-back line opted to man-mark but there was no protection in front of Aaron Gillane, who did wreck. That tactic only works if Cork snare sufficient dirty ball and move the sliotar quickly out of the crowded middle third. Ciarán Joyce fared well in his new full-back berth but Cork missed his pace and surges from the wing. Like the Fitzgibbon switch, does his placement benefit the team?William Buckley repaid the selectors' faith in him with 0-3 while Brian Hayes was a menace but Alan Connolly was peripheral. With Diarmuid Healy injured, they might need to star U20 Barry Walsh against Tipp for his energy. The Echo Podcast crew also discuss the U20 hurlers' victory over Limerick and preview the minors' opener in Waterford. There's also a look at the weekend league action, where a number of the Rebels who didn't feature in the squad for the league final showed their quality, particularly Ben Cunningham and Shane Kingston.In football terms, there's a preview of another Cork-Limerick clash, with John Cleary's side raging favourites in their Munster quarter-final and a look at the U20s, who are deep in the heart of Clare on Thursday night.Now in its fourth season, every week Éamonn Murphy is joined by The Echo team, including Barry O'Mahony, Denis Hurley, Rory Noonan, Jack McKay, John Horgan and more to discuss all the latest Cork GAA news on and off the field. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

ON THIS week's podcast, we look back at Cork's Division 2 football final defeat against Meath last Sunday in Croke Park, 1-22 to 2-17.A disappointing end to what was a league campaign where they earned promotion back to Division 1.The main goal of promotion was accomplished but there is parts of the national final where Cork will regret not taking home the silverware.A Munster championship awaits for John Cleary's side this month.Also on the show, we chat to South West Coastal Yawl Rowing Association chairperson Michael Walsh about this year's Southern Star South West Rowing Schools' Regatta.This event will take place on Friday, May 1st in The Lagoon in Rosscarbery and is ideal for schools in West Cork to take part in.A chance to row with your classmates, represent your school, learn new skills and work as a team, Walsh explains why schools should take part in this event.All this and more on this week's Star Sport Podcast. Watch above. Listen on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, by using the player below or by searching 'Southern Star Sport Podcast' wherever you get yours.Follow our hosts on X: @matt_hurley01 and @KieranMcC_SSProduced by Matthew Hurley***The Star Sport Podcast is brought to you in association with Access Credit Union.Access Credit Union - Where your bank really does matter. Choose Credit Union, Choose Local, Choose Community. For more visit www.accesscu.ie Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

It was a disappointing few days of missed opportunities between Ireland's penalty shootout loss in the World Cup playoff and the Cork footballers' narrow defeat in Croke Park.You could make the case that Meath deserved their Division 2 success but John Cleary's side, like Ireland, were in a strong position to end their 16-year wait for national silverware. The Rebels haven't won at Croker since 2015 and when Chris Óg Jones hit the net early in the second half to build on a two-point half-time lead, they looked well set.However, Meath hit eight unanswered points in a nightmare period where Cork lost eight out of their nine kick-outs and failed to score for 16 minutes. Questions will be answered about the Rebels' set-up on restarts and Patrick Doyle's deliveries. Meath had clearly learned their lessons from the Páirc Uí Rinn meeting.There were positives though. Jones, notwithstanding a couple of missed goal chances in the first half, impressed as he bagged 1-3 while Steven Sherlock was sublime, nailing 0-9. Daniel O'Mahony was a powerhouse again.The refereeing performance of Kerry man Brendan Griffin certainly didn't endear him to Cork fans, as he failed to award any frees to Cork inside the scoring zone for fouls. Sherlock's only placed ball came from dissent following a sideline.The weakness of the new hooter rule was also exposed, with Meath able to foul with impunity in the last minute, though Cork were also guilty of failing to get a shot off coming down the stretch with they trailed by two points after a great Brian Hurley goal.On the football front, the Echo Podcast crew also look at the weekend action in the local leagues.The hurlers head to TUS Gaelic Grounds for a sell-out Division 1 league final on Easter Sunday. The holders arguably have a free shot given last year they ended a 27-year wait to lift that title but seeing as it's Limerick they're facing, no quarter will be given.If there's any pressure, it's on Limerick who won't want a repeat of last year's Munster final loss on their own turf. John Kiely's side will be pumped to the last and look to test Cork's young hurlers like Barry Walsh and William Buckley as well as Ciarán Joyce's capability as a full-back.We all know, of course, verything hinges on championship and Cork have a very difficult eight-day start where they face Tipp and Limerick.The U20s got their campaign up and running away to Tipp and put up a fine display as underdogs though a red card ultimately cost them.Now in its fourth season, every week Éamonn Murphy is joined by The Echo team, including Barry O'Mahony, Denis Hurley, Rory Noonan, Jack McKay, John Horgan and more to discuss all the latest Cork GAA news on and off the field. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Melanie Browne bringing you all the Cork sporting action..We have John Cleary after his side's narrow victory in the Division 2 League Final, while the ladies were also in action as they tried to maintain their winning streak. Club action, cricket and rugby... something for everyone !

ON THIS week's podcast, we are joined by former Cork footballer John Hayes following the Rebels promotion to Division 1.These are good times for the Leesiders as they face into the top tier for the first time since 2016.Their 0-22 to 0-19 victory over Tyrone in Healy Park, Omagh has resulted in John Cleary's side competing for national silverware this Sunday in the Division 2 final.Cork come up against Meath in Croke Park (1.45pm).Also on the show, we have interviews from the victorious Sacred Heart Clonakilty rugby winning team as they claimed their third Munster Senior Girls Schools Cup in a row with a 52-14 win over Coláiste Pobail Bheanntraí.Manager Jack Phelan as well as co-captains Leona Arra and Ciara O'Driscoll chatted about their recent success.All this and more on this week's Star Sport Podcast. Watch above. Listen on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, by using the player below or by searching 'Southern Star Sport Podcast' wherever you get yours.Follow our hosts on X: @matt_hurley01 and @KieranMcC_SSProduced by Matthew Hurley***The Star Sport Podcast is brought to you in association with Access Credit Union.Access Credit Union - Where your bank really does matter. Choose Credit Union, Choose Local, Choose Community. For more visit www.accesscu.ie Subscribe to The Southern Star's digital edition for less than €2 per week via https://subscribe.southernstar.ie/plans Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The pressure was on Cork to secure promotion to Division 1 for the first time since 2016 and they rose to the challenge in Omagh.A great start meant they were up by a point having played into the strong breeze and, after a nervy spell midway through the second half they kicked on, helped by the introduction of Brian Hurley.Hurley, Ruairí Deane, Ian Maguire and Brian O'Driscoll were in action when the Rebels last competed at the top grade and have stayed the course. Going up is a massive boost before the Munster championship and a great achievement by John Cleary and his management team, who were heavily questioned in recent seasons.Can they now beat Meath in Croke Park to add a bit of silverware? Hopefully but it doesn't matter, because the hard work has been done in coming out of a very competitive division and gives Cork football a platform next season and beyond.The Cork ladies football are also into a league final. With a game to spare to boot.On the hurling front, we wondered if Cork would experiment at the weekend given Offaly were already relegated. Instead, they picked a championship-level line-up and smashed the visitors for six goals. Barry Walsh, despite the U20 game coming up away to Tipp this week, was given a half and raised a green flag while the return of Padraig Power from injury to rifle two points was a boost. Ciarán Joyce was redeployed at full-back as we predicted but hardly tested. Eoin Downey continues to look the part at wing-back though and Mark Coleman was full of energy on the other flank.There wasn't a lot learned from a facile victory but the crowd of nearly 20,000 is a testament to the incredible backing the hurlers have. They'll pack out TUS Gaelic Grounds for the league final in what will be a belter with a Limerick side who looked terrific at times against Galway but also could have been caught late on.There's also a round-up of the latest league action with Charleville grabbing their second victory in a row as they look to build on an impressive championship in 2025.Now in its fourth season, every week Éamonn Murphy is joined by The Echo team, including Barry O'Mahony, Denis Hurley, Rory Noonan, Jack McKay, John Horgan and more to discuss all the latest Cork GAA news on and off the field. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Órla O Leary back on the big red bench with a jam packed show! We hear from John Cleary cork football manager ,cork camogie and cork hurling with the championship and respective league finals just around the corner and lots lots more!

ON THIS week's podcast, we are joined by Clonakilty Soccer Club manager John Leahy and Drinagh Rangers goalkeeping coach Rob Oldham as we look ahead to their title deciding clash this weekend.In this West Cork League Premier Division clash in Darrara on Sunday (11am), Clon are looking to clinch their third title in a row while Drinagh are hoping to win their ninth game in ten.A draw would do Clon to seal the trophy, Drimagh have to win.The two sides have been close at the top end of the table in previous years and we will be looking for another classic.Also on the show, we preview the Cork footballers' big Division 2 encounter away to Tyrone on Sunday (1.15pm). John Cleary's side need just a draw to earn promotion to Division 1 for the first time since 2016.The Cork hurlers and the LGFA team are on the cusp of a league final too while the camogie team have an outside chance of making it to the decider.All this and more on this week's Star Sport Podcast. Watch above. Listen on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, by using the player below or by searching 'Southern Star Sport Podcast' wherever you get yours.Follow our hosts on X: @matt_hurley01 and @KieranMcC_SSProduced by Matthew Hurley***The Star Sport Podcast is brought to you in association with Access Credit Union.Access Credit Union - Where your bank really does matter. Choose Credit Union, Choose Local, Choose Community. For more visit www.accesscu.ieSubscribe to The Southern Star's digital edition for less than €2 per week via https://subscribe.southernstar.ie/plans Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Cork footballers' destiny is in their own hands after their nine-point victory over Kildare combined with Louth's defeat of Derry.Division 1 is beckoning for the Rebels who are guaranteed to go up if they get a draw or a win away to Tyrone. They could actually go up even if they lose if Cavan, who are battling relegation, upset the odds against Derry, combined with a Meath win over Offaly, as Cork have the head-to-head against Louth.The Echo Podcast crew go through the permutations heading into the last round of Division 2 fixtures, as well as breaking down the performance in Páirc Uí Rinn where the groundwork was laid in a blistering first half. John Cleary's side nailed eight two-pointers with the wind but ended up surviving a nervy fourth quarter.A black card for Patrick Doyle and a penalty heaped the pressure but Micheál Aodh Martin appeared from the bench to not only save the spotter but also pull off a series of super stops. Up front, Chris Óg Jone and Steven Sherlock landed 1-19 between them but it was a strong collective effort. The return of Mark Cronin, Tommy Walsh, Ian Maguire, Seán Brady and Brian O'Driscoll made a difference from the Derry hammering, while Luke Fahy and Colm O'Callaghan continue to deliver stand-out displays.The only concern is how Cork have faded in a few of their outings but it's a huge positive that they've put themselves in a position to make a first top-flight return for the first time in a decade. There's a feelgood factor about Leeside football for the first time in a while.The hurlers are back from their warm-weather training camp for what should be a guaranteed win over Offaly in SuperValu Páirc Uí Chaoimh on Saturday night which would put them into a league final. The winner of Limerick and Galway would join them in what would be a cracking league decider on Easter Sunday.It'll be interesting to see how experimental Ben O'Connor and his selectors go with their line-up.On the local front, we look at the club football action where a number of Cork squad players, including Brian Hurley, togged out for the second round of fixtures. David Buckley showed his potential with a clinical showing for NewcestownNow in its fourth season, every week Éamonn Murphy is joined by The Echo team, including Barry O'Mahony, Denis Hurley, Rory Noonan, Jack McKay, John Horgan and more to discuss all the latest Cork GAA news on and off the field. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

ON THIS week's podcast, Kieran catches up with Bandon man Richie Holland about his new assistant manager role with Galway United.Holland has linked up with fellow West Cork man John Caulfield for the League of Ireland Premier Division club.When Caulfield was manager of Cork City (2014 to 2019), he handed Holland a coaching break in 2017. Nine years on, the two join forces, this time with the Connacht club.Also on the show, we look back at Cork's heavy defeat to Derry (1-31 to 0-14) in National Football League Division 2.John Cleary's side are still in the promotion race but this could be a damaging result later in the campaign.Ben O'Connor's hurlers continued their Division 1A winning form in beating Kilkenny. They go into the clash with Limerick in good spirits.Joe Carroll's LGFA are one win from a Division 1 final too after victory over Waterford.All this and more on this week's Star Sport Podcast. Watch above. Listen on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, by using the player below or by searching 'Southern Star Sport Podcast' wherever you get yours.Follow our hosts on X: @matt_hurley01 and @KieranMcC_SSProduced by Matthew Hurley***The Star Sport Podcast is brought to you in association with Access Credit Union.Access Credit Union - Where your bank really does matter. Choose Credit Union, Choose Local, Choose Community. For more visit www.accesscu.ie Subscribe to The Southern Str's digital edition for less than €2 per week via https://subscribe.southernstar.ie/plans Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

ON THIS week's podcast, we reflect on a great day for the Cork footballers in overcoming Meath 1-23 to 1-21.The result puts John Cleary's side within touching distance of promotion to Division 1, a tier they haven't been in since 2016.It also confirmed Cork's fourth victory in succession and has them on eight points on top of the table. Meath and Derry fall in behind on six while Louth sit on four in fourth spot.The Rebels' next game against Derry in Celtic Park (1pm) this Sunday is now a huge match. The Ulster side, like Cork, are on a winning streak. They have beaten their last three opponents.We discuss Cork's top two aspirations heading into the final three games.The hurlers and LGFA team are hoping to keep their form going this weekend too against Kilkenny and Waterford respectively.The camogie team lost to Antrim and are at the other end of the spectrum while we also talk about Jack Crowley's super game as Ireland beat England in Twickenham.All this and more on this week's Star Sport Podcast. Watch above. Listen on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, by using the player below or by searching 'Southern Star Sport Podcast' wherever you get yours.Follow our hosts on X: @matt_hurley01 and @KieranMcC_SSProduced by Matthew Hurley***The Star Sport Podcast is brought to you in association with Access Credit Union.Access Credit Union - Where your bank really does matter. Choose Credit Union, Choose Local, Choose Community. For more visit www.accesscu.ie Subscribe to The Southern Star's digital edition for less than €2 per week via https://subscribe.southernstar.ie/plans Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The good times keep on rolling for the Rebels, after a brilliant and nail-biting victory over Meath at Páirc Uí Rinn on Sunday.It means John Cleary's side are in pole position for promotion from Division 2, 10 years after falling out of the top flight. It was the footballers' fourth win on the bounce and against one of their rivals to go up, which could prove crucial if head-to-head standings come into play.Most importantly, it was a game in which Cork coped with the weight of expectation, in front of a crowd of over 6,000, and despite losing captain Ian Maguire to a red card in the last quarter.Now they needed a few last-ditch tackles, from Daniel O'Mahony, Seán Meehan and Luke Fahy, in the last play, to deny Meath a match-winning goal.Chris Óg Jones hit the net and led the scoring but rookie Dara Sheedy, Mark Cronin, Seán McDonnell and Steven Sherlock all chipped in as well. The Cork forward line is looking the most balanced it has for quite some time, especially when you consider Brian Hurley was injured.Cork's mettle will be fully tested up in Derry next Sunday though, as the Ulster side have been on song since a surprise loss in their opening game. They still have Kildare at home before finishing the campaign away to Tyrone and just one win could be enough to secure a top-two finish.The big thing is Cork now have genuine momentum and got the public behind them. That could be significant come championship.On the ladies football front, Cork are also unbeaten. They beat Kerry on the road and take on Waterford next weekend in a battle of the table-toppers. Emma Cleary is captaining Joe Carroll's side, who have adapted well on their return to Division 1.The hurlers had a couple of weekends off but return with a bang to start March, as Ben O'Connor's charge are away to Kilkenny and then six days later go to Limerick, who blew Tipp away in Thurles.A victory in Nowlan Park would near guarantee a league final appearance, given Cork have Offaly at home to come. It looks like Cork and Limerick are on a collision course.Now in its fourth season, every week Éamonn Murphy is joined by The Echo team, including Barry O'Mahony, Denis Hurley, Rory Noonan, Jack McKay, John Horgan and more to discuss all the latest Cork GAA news on and off the field. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

ON THIS week's podcast, we are joined by We Are Meath podcast host Davy Rispin to preview the big top of the table clash in Division 2 in Pairc Ui Rinn this Sunday (2pm).John Cleary's Cork are after three league wins in a row for the first time in the top two divisions since 2014 after beating Offaly in Tullamore (3-15 to 0-19).Meath are on a three game winning streak too after seeing off Derry, Cavan and Louth in recent weeks with midfielder Jack Flynn getting winning two-pointers in two of those matches.The Royals are All-Ireland semi-finalists from 2025 so the county is on a high.The feeling is whoever wins this game will put themselves in a great position for promotion.Also on the show, we are joined by Tony Hughes from Access Credit Union to talk about his interest in pickleball.Hughes represented Ireland at the 2025 European Pickleball Championships in Rome and is hoping it's a sport that can catch on in West Cork.All this and more on this week's Star Sport Podcast. Watch above. Listen on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, by using the player below or by searching 'Southern Star Sport Podcast' wherever you get yours.Follow our hosts on X: @matt_hurley01 and @KieranMcC_SSProduced by Matthew Hurley***The Star Sport Podcast is brought to you in association with Access Credit Union.Access Credit Union - Where your bank really does matter. Choose Credit Union, Choose Local, Choose Community. For more visit www.accesscu.ie Subscribe to The Southern Star's digital edition for less than €2 per week via https://subscribe.southernstar.ie/plans Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The only way is up for the Cork footballers... The Echo Podcast looks at the Rebels' terrific start to the league after a third successive league victory leaves them in a strong position to gain promotion back to Division 1, bridging an 11-year gap.John Cleary's side were heavy favourites in Tullamore but haven't always handled that tag well, which allied to their inconsistency in recent years, meant the trip to Offaly was loaded with danger.A brilliant first half was crucial to the result, with Cork leading by nine points at the break, thanks in no small part to a Colm O'Callaghan brace of goals from midfield.A third green flag raised by Mark Cronin in the third quarter effectively sealed it but the hosts, despite being against the wind in the second half, battled until the end and had the gap down to five points at the finish.Ultimately, the result was all that mattered and it was never in doubt.Cork are at home to Meath in Páirc Uí Rinn next where a victory would be huge given the Royals are also unbeaten with three wins on the board.With genuine momentum, having won the McGrath Cup on Kerry turf in January, it's time for the supporters to get out in force for the Meath clash. The footballers deserve and need their backing.There's also a look back at the Sigerson Cup final where missed goal chances cost UCC though a handful of Leesiders in UL colours did collect the cup at Croke Park.On the hurling front, with the hurlers off until March 1, the podcast crew discuss the trends from the first three games, who from the extended squad deserves a go in the remaining matches and whether Ben O'Connor will continue to go all-in at every interview.His fiery approach is delighting the national media while also taking the heat off the Cork players who are still trying to escape the shadow of last year's All-Ireland final nightmare.Plus, after an excellent showing for UL in the Fitzgibbon Cup final where he was in contention for Man of the Match, is Jack Leahy hard done by not to be in the Cork hurling squad?Now in its fourth season, every week Éamonn Murphy is joined by The Echo team, including Barry O'Mahony, Denis Hurley, Rory Noonan, Jack McKay, John Horgan and more to discuss all the latest Cork GAA news on and off the field. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

ON THIS week's podcast, Star Sport columnist and former Cork footballer John Hayes to talk about Cork's opening two National Football League wins.John Cleary's side have seen off Cavan and Louth so far and sit top of Division 2.This is the first time the Rebels have won their opening two games in the top two divisions since 2015, which is progress.Cork were comfortable winners away in Drogheda as they defeated Louth 1-17 to 1-12.Hayes gives his thoughts on how the league is going so far.Also on the show, we discuss wins for the hurlers and LGFA team.Ben O'Connor's hurlers beat Galway 2-20 to 1-21 to go second in Division 1A while Joe Carroll's LGFA team beat Galway 1-10 to 2-5 to rise to second in Division 1.All this and more on this week's Star Sport Podcast. Watch above. Listen on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, by using the player below or by searching 'Southern Star Sport Podcast' wherever you get yours.Follow our hosts on X: @matt_hurley01 and @KieranMcC_SSProduced by Matthew Hurley***The Star Sport Podcast is brought to you in association with Access Credit Union.Access Credit Union - Where your bank really does matter. Choose Credit Union, Choose Local, Choose Community. For more visit www.accesscu.ie Subscribe to The Southern Star's digital edition for less than €2 per week via https://subscribe.southernstar.ie/plans Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Two from two again as the hurlers survived a snarling battle with Galway in Salthill while the footballers beat the Leinster champions Louth on the road.The Echo Sport Podcast crew reflect on a brilliant weekend for the Rebels, particularly the footballers who made it back to back wins in their opening two Division 2 games for the first time. They'd lost twice in recent years in the league in Louth, along with an All-Ireland qualifier exit, so this was a significant result which puts John Cleary's side in a strong position for promotion.Having Steven Sherlock up front along with Brian Hurley, Mark Cronin and goal-scorer Chris Óg Jones gives Cork a balanced scoring threat up front and storming into an eight-point lead at half-time put the visitors in control.They've now got a weekend off before visiting Offaly and they're at home to Meath at the end of the month. If they can build on this momentum they'll be well set before trips to Derry and Tyrone in March.Most importantly they'll get the Cork public back behind them if they can put a winning streak together and we saw how crucial the crowd was to their late rally in the opening round victory over Cavan in the Páirc.The hurlers up against a fired-up Galway who made all the early running on Saturday night. Down seven points and way well the mark in terms of intensity, Cork showed a lot of experience and character to turn it around at Pearse Stadium.They hurled on the edge at times but were far more clinical than the Tribe and were able to get through for goal chances in the second half with Brian Hayes finishing two of them. The introduction of Hayes and Tim O'Mahony added heft but also showed how seriously Ben O'Connor and his management team are taking the league.They'll certainly be fully tuned in on Saturday night in front of 25,000 at SuperValu Páirc Uí Chaoimh for an All-Ireland final rematch against Tipp, who have also won their first two league matches. It'll be the Rebels' third game in 13 days and while the mid-April Munster championship meeting is the priority, Cork won't want to give any quarter here.With a gap of three weeks until an away game with Kilkenny, victory this weekend would put defending champions Cork in a strong position to return to the league final.Now in its fourth season, every week Éamonn Murphy is joined by The Echo team, including Barry O'Mahony, Denis Hurley, Rory Noonan, Jack McKay, John Horgan and more to discuss all the latest Cork GAA news on and off the field. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

ON THIS week's podcast, we welcome new Cork LGFA captain Emma Cleary onto the show to talk about her new role.Cork got their Lidl LGFA League Division 1 off to a start with a 1-10 to 2-7 draw against Kildare in MTU Sports Grounds.Joe Carroll's team are a newly promoted side having achieved promotion from Division 2 in 2025.Cleary won the Cork club championship with Éire Óg during the winter and will be hoping to show her leadership qualities in the county season.We also touch on the Cork footballers and their winning start to Division 2 of the National Football League against Cavan (0-24 to 2-17). A Steven Sherlock late two-pointer free was enough to see off a Cavan side who were seven points up with 12 minutes to play.John Cleary's side face Louth in Drogheda this Sunday (1.30pm).As for Ben O'Connor's hurlers, they romped to victory over Waterford (3-25 to 1-17).They will travel up to Galway this Saturday (7pm) for the second round of Division 1A.All this and more on this week's Star Sport Podcast. Watch above. Listen on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, by using the player below or by searching 'Southern Star Sport Podcast' wherever you get yours.Follow our hosts on X: @matt_hurley01 and @KieranMcC_SSProduced by Matthew Hurley***The Star Sport Podcast is brought to you in association with Access Credit Union.Access Credit Union - Where your bank really does matter. Choose Credit Union, Choose Local, Choose Community. For more visit www.accesscu.ieSubscribe to The Southern Star's digital edition for less than €2 per week via https://subscribe.southernstar.ie/plans Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

ON THIS week's podcast, it is that time of year again as we look back at the West Cork Sports Star Awards for 2025.Nicola Tuthill won the Sports Star of the Year award on the night and at only 22, her stock continues to riseWe include a chat with the hammer thrower in this week's show after her award win about the year she had and her hopes for 2026.We caught up with special guest on the night David Gillick too, who is a feature of RTÉ's athletics coverage.We also have clips of Philip Wall, Kate Wall, Kilmacabea GAA/LGFA, Graham Canty and Abbie Salter-Townshend on what was a great night had by all.More clips from the event can be viewed on our social media pages.Back to matters on the pitch, Cork start their National League campaigns in three of the four codes this Sunday.John Cleary's footballers begin their competitive season at home to Cavan (1.30pm) while Ben O'Connor's hurlers will be involved in the second game of a Pairc Uí Chaoimh double header against Waterford (3.45pm).Joe Carroll's LGFA team host Kildare in MTU (2pm) with an added interest in the new rules coming in this season.All this and more on this week's Star Sport Podcast. Watch above. Listen on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, by using the player below or by searching 'Southern Star Sport Podcast' wherever you get yours.Follow our hosts on X: @matt_hurley01 and @KieranMcC_SSProduced by Matthew Hurley***The Star Sport Podcast is brought to you in association with Access Credit Union.Access Credit Union - Where your bank really does matter. Choose Credit Union, Choose Local, Choose Community. For more visit www.accesscu.ie Subscribe to The Southern Star's digital edition for less than €2 per week via https://subscribe.southernstar.ie/plans Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Echo Podcast crew return just in time for the throw-in of the national hurling and football leagues.Cork footballers take on Cavan before the hurlers host Waterford in an attractive double-header in SuperValu Páirc Uí Chaoimh, where both teams need a winning start to the campaign.John Cleary's charges got a boost with a first competitive victory in Killarney since 1995 over Kerry, albeit in the McGrath Cup final, which won't be causing the old enemy to lose any sleep.Still, late points from Brian Hurley and Chris Óg Jones gave the Rebels the narrowest of victories in a game where the contentious new rules that lead to frees being advanced 50 metres worked in their favour.Cork have been in the lower leagues since 2016 and haven't really looked like returning, largely down to slow starts to the season. With four away games, they'll need to pick up points on home turf.Clearly and his management team are vastly experienced at this stage but the vibes are more positive at this stage than they were last year, with a decent blend of youth and experience.The hurlers won't be prioritising the secondary competition after ending a 27-year wait for silverware last term but Ben O'Connor will be eager to get wins on the board early to allow them to look at their options in the coming weeks. The new bainisteoir has already stated there won't be radical change but tactically there will be tweaks from the long-ball style of last year.It's a hectic time of year, with UCC and MTU Cork, who have impressed to date, busy with the Fitzgibbon Cup.There's a look at the form of both Cork teams in preseason, as well as a breakdown of the recent Fitzgibbon and Sigerson action and the Corn Uí Mhuirí and Harty matches.There's a discussion of the appointment of Ian Maguire and Darragh Fitzgibbon as Cork captains, replacing Brian Hurley and Rob Downey. Plus they flag up the young players to watch in the coming weeks and examine the prospects of the rookies who are on the hurling and football squads.Now in its fourth season, every week Éamonn Murphy is joined by The Echo team, including Barry O'Mahony, Denis Hurley, Rory Noonan, Jack McKay, John Horgan and more to discuss all the latest Cork GAA news on and off the field. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

ON THIS week's podcast, Kieran caught up with Cork senior football manager John Cleary as the Rebels gear up for the 2026 National Football League.Cork face into another campaign in Division 2, but before that there is the return of the McGrath Cup in early January.Cleary is going into his fourth year as permanent Cork boss after he committed to another two-year term in the off season.He chats about updates on the panel, getting used to the new rules and much more.Also on the show, we react to the county championship draws for 2026 which were made this week.Castlehaven, Clonakilty, Carbery Rangers, O'Donovan Rossa, Bandon and Kilbrittain are just some of the clubs that have West Cork derbies to look forward to next year.All this and more on this week's Star Sport Podcast. Watch above. Listen on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, by using the player below or by searching 'Southern Star Sport Podcast' wherever you get yours.Follow our hosts on X: @matt_hurley01 and @KieranMcC_SSProduced by Matthew Hurley***The Star Sport Podcast is brought to you in association with Access Credit Union.Access Credit Union - Where your bank really does matter. Choose Credit Union, Choose Local, Choose Community. For more visit www.accesscu.ie Subscribe to The Southern Star's digital edition for less than €2 per week via https://subscribe.southernstar.ie/plans Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Canada loses its gold star for measles elimination. A doctor in Alberta tells us how that happened, and what has to happen now to keep one of the world's most infectious diseases under control. Donald Trump has welcomed Syrian President Ahmed al-Sharaa at the White House -- and our guest says it's one of the most significant moments in his country's history. As the November skies turn gloomy, we'll remember the nautical disaster that spawned a Canadian classic -- with the daughter of the man who immortalized it. 55 years after he was shot by the National Guard at Kent State University, John Cleary has died. A fellow survivor tells us what she wants people to remember about that day...and about her friend. The husband-and-wife team behind a West Chezzetcook, Nova Scotia food truck get their minds deep-fried when a mystery order comes in from three thousand kilometers away. A photograph of a chic young man wearing a fedora outside the recently-burgled Louvre sparks feverish speculation -- until he's revealed to be none other than...a chic young man standing around outside the Louvre in a fedora. As It Happens, the Monday Edition. Radio that considers this case clothed.

Newcestown shook up the Premier Senior Football Championship in Cork after beating three-in-a-row chasing Castlehaven in the last group game.Jim O'Sullivan's side secured their first victory over the Haven at senior level with a strong finish as Tadhg Twomey and David Buckley shared 0-10 between them. It means Newcestown now face Carrigaline for a place in the semi-finals while Castlehaven must get past their great rivals St Finbarr's.Two from Newcestown, Carrigaline, Duhallow and Ballincollig will be in the last four, though Nemo Rangers were the big winners over the weekend as their hammering of St Michael's granted them top seed on scoring difference.The Barrs shot the lights out themselves on Sunday with the major news afterward that ace marksman Steven Sherlock will rejoin the Cork panel for 2026, having opted out this season. Sherlock only started two of Cork's 13 games in his last year in Rebel red but will surely be a key figure for John Cleary's side now he's back, especially as his kicking ability is well suited to the new rules.He even landed a two-point sideline at Páirc Uí Rinn against Carrigaline.Nemo's marquee forward Mark Cronin grabbed 1-7 against Michael's and it'll be interesting to see him link up with Sherlock next season.Another brilliant forward Cathail O'Mahony grabbed 1-6 for Mitchelstown at Intermediate A level in a winner-takes-all derby with Kildorrery. Kiskeam qualified to the PIFC quarter-final after just their first championship win in two years against Castletownbere.St Nick's powered straight into the Premier Junior semis after finishing the group stages with eight goals scored and none conceded, though Buttevant are the team to beat in that grade.There were plenty of contenders for Club Footballer of the Weekend, including Kiskeam's David Scannell, Newcestown's Tadhg Twomey, Éire Óg keeper Chris Kelly made some big saves and kicked 0-5, and Aghabullogue's Luke Casey. He clipped 1-4 from play against Aghada, less than 24 hours after helping Coachford soccer team to a victory over Ringmahon Rangers at Turner's Cross.It's a huge weekend on the club hurling front and we pick out the matches to catch in the various grades.Now in its third season, every week Éamonn Murphy will be joined by The Echo team, including Barry O'Mahony, Denis Hurley, Rory Noonan, Jack McKay, John Horgan and more to discuss all the latest Cork GAA news on and off the field.You can listen to the Echo Sport Podcast every week wherever you get your podcasts or on www.echolive.ie/podcast. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Just like the hurlers, the Cork camogie team couldn't add the All-Ireland to their haul of Munster and league titles this season.They also missed a penalty and were reduced to 14 at Croke Park but Ger Manley's side gave a far better performance on the big stage, reflecting the fact they were a puck of a sliotar away from three in a row.We break down the loss to Galway, from the flat first half to the heroic comeback where they rallied from five points in arrears to level late on. We discuss the controversial refereeing decisions, particularly the push in the back on Amy Lee that wasn't spotted before a first-half point and failure to award a free at the death for a foul on Clodagh Finn.The dismissal of Hannah Looney was hard to argue with but the Tribe repeatedly pulled down Cork's marquee playmaker Saoirse McCarthy.The Rebels had some terrific performers, including Laura Treacy, Libby Coppinger, Ashling Thompson and Laura Hayes but they struggled in the opening period to cope with Galway's intensity and swarm tackling.There was a narrative beforehand that Cork only had to turn up to collect the cup. It was similar to the hype on the hurlers, much of it pushed by those outside the county bounds. What is fuelling the anti-Cork agenda?There's a discussion of the reappointment of John Cleary as Cork football manager. What can he bring to the management team to make the Rebels contenders again? And how will he shake up the squad for 2026?Hurling boss Pat Ryan's future is also up in the air.There's a big preview of the second round of the club championships.Which clubs are under the most pressure? Who can lay down a marker?At Premier Senior level, it'll be Imokilly against Muskerry in the final to decide who joins the clubs in the knockout stages. The champions from East Cork looked the part in sweeping past Avondhu but is their path to the quarter-finals too easy?Now in its third season, every week Éamonn Murphy will be joined by The Echo team including Barry O'Mahony, Denis Hurley, Rory Noonan, Jack McKay, John Horgan and more to discuss all the latest Cork GAA news on and off the field.You can listen to the Echo Sport Podcast every week wherever you get your podcasts or on www.echolive.ie/podcast. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

ON THIS week's podcast, we catch up with Kilbrittain hammer-thrower Nicola Tuthill after a few successful weeks of action.Tuthill is enjoying the most prolific spell of her young career: silver medals at both the European U23 Championships and World University Games.That was followed by a successful defence of her national title last weekend, with a new personal best of 71.75m added in.At only 21 years of age, she is making serious strides.Also on the show, we reflect on the news that John Cleary will be staying on for another two years as Cork senior football manager.The Castlehaven man will be going into his fifth season as Rebels boss in 2026.We look forward to the All-Ireland senior camogie final too as Cork chase the three-in-a-row when they face Galway on Sunday in Croke Park (5.15pm).All this and more on this week's Star Sport Podcast. Watch above. Listen on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, by using the player below or by searching 'Southern Star Sport Podcast' wherever you get yours.Follow our hosts on X: @matt_hurley01 and @KieranMcC_SSProduced by Matthew Hurley***The Star Sport Podcast is brought to you in association with Access Credit Union.Access Credit Union - Where your bank really does matter. Choose Credit Union, Choose Local, Choose Community. For more visit www.accesscu.ieSubscribe to The Southern Star's digital edition for less than €2 per week via https://subscribe.southernstar.ie/plans Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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.You will hear from Jimmy McGuinness, Ger Brennan, Sam Mulroy, Conor Laverty, Padraic Joyce, Matthew Thompson, Dessie Farrell, John Cleary, John Kiely, Niall O'Ceallachain and a whole pile more!Become a member at offtheball.com/subscribe

Up next is a conversation that I recently had with John Cleary. John has recently stepped away from leading School and System Improvement at the Northern Territory Department of Education. Before this, he was the Principal of a primary school in Katherine. He also created the NT Learning Commission, which promotes student-led research and uses the Impact Evaluation Cycle. In 2018, John was named one of 12 National Schools Plus Teaching Fellows and has received national recognition for his work as a principal. He is currently working towards a doctorate at the University of Melbourne. This conversation took place during a beautiful wet season storm in Larrakia Country, so very occasionally John's connection drops out, but he comes right back.  Here is a resource that is referenced in our conversation:  https://www.cse.edu.au/wp-content/uploads/2024/08/CSE-Leading-Education-Series24-June2024-secure.pdf

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On today's GAA Daily on Off The Ball with Optimum Nutrition, Official Performance Nutrition Partner of the Gaelic Players Association Team news ahead of tomorrow's All Ireland Quarter FinalsAndy Moran on Louth's chances against Donegal And John Cleary on the pressures of being an intercounty manager

On today's GAA Daily on Off The Ball with Optimum Nutrition, Official Performance Nutrition Partner of the Gaelic Players Association Team news ahead of tomorrow's All Ireland Quarter FinalsAndy Moran on Louth's chances against Donegal And John Cleary on the pressures of being an intercounty manager

Dan Casey was here once more to bring you all the day's sporting action we hear from the Ladies Gaelic football camp as well as Cork men's boss John Cleary after his sides loss to Kerry.

Dan Casey back on the Big Red Bench duty. We have all the reaction from City's win over Bray Wanderers last night, we hear from Cork football boss John Cleary, and of course the gaelic statsman! Ger speaks to Cork camogie boss Donie Daly and we hear from Damien Delaney.

Dan Casey is back again this Sunday! He chats to Cork football boss John Cleary after the footballers win over Fermanagh, we hear from Pat Ryan after the hurlers win over Waterford. Plenty of great chat with Matthew Hurley and John O'Shea also!