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Ep 748The Recovery Key To A Fast 5K - Irishman Running Abroad

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Running your fastest 5km isn’t all about running more. As Sonia explains in today’s episode, it has just as much to do with what you do when you’re not running. Without proper recovery methods nobody gets faster. Jarlath quizzes the GOAT on what works best, drops into a Vinny Mulvey 5km Camp to get his opinion and asks Cathal Dennehy what a recovery run looked like when he visited Kipchoge’s home in Kenya. We also look back at the European championships in Rome and ahead to the Paris Olympics. Hear the full conversation and get Sonia’s weekly training plans over on Patreon. Email the show? [email protected] See Jarlath live. He is on tour right now! View dates here.

Jun 19, 202431 min

Ep 747Sharks! The Men Who Might Decide This Election - Irishman In America

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Marion McKeone of the Sunday Business Post looks back on a discombobulating week for the MAGA faithful. Does Hunter Biden's conviction change anything? Should anyone running for office have to take a basic cognitive test? How has Elon Musk convinced his shareholders to pay him roughly $50 billion? Is the Washington Post doomed? The only way to hear the full conversation each week is on www.patreon.com/irishmanabroad - Come on over to enjoy the full range of member benefits. Come see Jarlath live www.jigser.com/gigs - he's coming to America in October!

Jun 14, 202429 min

Ep 746Sonia's Mailbag! You Ask, Sonia Answers! - Irishman Running Abroad

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You asks Sonia O’Sullivan answers. The mailbag is open and no topic is left uncovered. How to train for a mile, how to recover, how to breathe, how to negotiate peri menopause, how to run back to back marathons, the best supplement right now and does she ever think about that Olympic gold that got away. Download the full episode on www.patreon.com/irishmanabroad and use Sonia’s discount code SONIA20 at https://sisterlylab.com to get a discount on their great range of products. Email us [email protected] See Jarlath live on tour www.jigser.com/gigs

Jun 5, 202432 min

Ep 745Donald Trump Found Guilty! - Irishman In America With Marion McKeone

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Donald Trump has indeed been found guilty of all 34 counts of falsifying business records in a criminal hush-money scheme to influence the outcome of the 2016 election. Were you surprised? Marion McKeone explains the implications of the verdict to me. We examine how we got to this day, how it might impact swing voters, will Eric Trump ever get a hug, how likely are we to see this thing overturned or DJT on the side of a freeway picking up cans with a stick. In a week when pressure mounted on beleaguered President Biden to change his approach with Israel, isn't all this just a distraction from what is really important in the world right now? Come over to www.patreon.com/irishmanabroad to hear the rest of the episode including bizarre world of Supreme Court Justice Samuel Alito & there’s big news on our first ever LIVE episode! Email the show [email protected]

May 31, 202432 min

Ep 744How To Undo The Impact Sitting Down Has On Your Running - Irishman Running Abroad

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Sitting down for prolonged periods is bad for everyone especially runners. For a lot of us it is unavoidable and likely to cause an injury like the one Jarlath suffered before the London Marathon. This week with the help of Sonia and Vinny Mulvey, he invested in some simple exercises to offset the impact of all that sitting making podcasts! These simple techniques could help you improve your form, avoid injury and get strong fast. Vinny Mulvey goes a bit deeper over on Patreon in the extended cut of the podcast. We find out what marginal gains can be found in making small changes to your lifestyle. www.patreon.com/irishmanabroad

May 22, 202431 min

Ep 743The Portal To Biden's Weakness & Michael Cohen's Revenge - Irishman In America With Marion McKeone

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While "The Portal" in Dublin revealed something more than people willing to drop their pants for a cheap laugh, Donald Trump's hush money trial is revealing a lot more than who paid for what. As the former President's blushes show through his orange face paint, Marion McKeone fixes her focus on the treatment of the star witnesses. She examines Biden's weakness on Israel and how his attempts to please everyone have backfired horribly this week. For the full conversation each week click www.patreon.com/irishmanabroad and join us there in a few clicks. Why not email a question for Marion [email protected]

May 17, 202430 min

Ep 742Your Fastest 5K Made Easy With Sonia O'Sullivan - Irishman Running Abroad

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Whatever your target over the 5 kilometre distance, Sonia has the advice to get you there. Today we start the process of helping Jarlath and the listeners get their 5k experience to where they want it to be. What’s the key to setting the right goal? Why won’t one particular thing get you there? Now is the time to join in and have fun getting faster. Sonia and Jar chat through the common mistakes and keys to week one of this process. Inspired by the Irish relay success of Cillin Greene, Rhasidat Adeleke, Thomas Barr, Sophie Becker, Phil Healy, and Sharlene Mawdsley in qualifying for the Paris Olympics Games, Sonia talks about passing through baton, her own team memories and more. We even get some coffee advice as Jar reveals how shoddy his bean game is versus Sonia. You’ll need the extra advice contained in the XL version of this episode over on www.patreon.com/irishmanaborad - Email the show [email protected]

May 8, 202427 min

Ep 741College Campus Chaos, Kristi The Dog Killer & Donald's Big Problem - Irishman In America

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Marion McKeone examines the chaotic violence seen on college campuses across America this week and the bizarre tale of Trump running mate wannabe Kristi Noem animal killing past. She attempts to explain the latest happenings in Donald Trump hush money trial in New York, the overturning of Harvey Weinstein’s conviction and much more. To hear the full conversation and further 30 minutes of discussion and craic each week plus two extra podcasts and archive access, visit www.patreon.com/irishmanabroad Catch Jarlath’s latest standup tour including dates in Boston, Chicago and New York www.jigser.com/gigs

May 3, 202433 min

Ep 740London City Marathon 2024 Sights & Sounds - Irishman Running Abroad

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Run the 2024 TCS London City Marathon alongside Jarlath Regan, Sonia O'Sullivan, Vinny Mulvey and 50,000 amazing humans raising more than 1 billion pounds for charities and causes. Hear all the sounds of this massive event and let Jarlath take you inside the turmoil that unfolds at 38km. This year he was running for Kidney Care UK. If you can, please support him and the work this amazing charity does each year to help people suffering with kidney disease and related illnesses https://2024tcslondonmarathon.enthuse.com/pf/jarlath-regan You can also come and see Jarlath in person. He is on tour all over the UK, Ireland and America www.jigser.com/gigs

Apr 24, 202447 min

Ep 739Trump's Worst Week Ever, Iran, Big Bird & More - Irishman In America with Marion McKeone

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Another jam packed episode with the Washington Correspondent Marion McKeone and comedian Jarlath Regan looking back on all the big news stories. Including Trump's jury selection conundrum, Iran's attack on Israel, RFK Jnr loses his family's support, Mike Johnson splintered aid bill and Big Bird goes on strike? To hear the second half of the episode each week just click on www.patreon.com/irishmanabroad and start enjoying all the benefits of Irishman Abroad membership. Email the show [email protected]

Apr 19, 202436 min

Ep 738Cobh 2024 Sights & Sounds - Irishman Running Abroad With Sonia O'Sullivan

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Sonia's squad of hand-picked listeners head to Cobh after 3 months of training under her guidance. It's a jam packed episode full of the sights and sounds of the race weekend. Massive congratulations to Maria Lennon, Nial McLoughlin, Danny O'Hare, Tom Corcoran, Han & Mary Vanderloo, Joe Maher, Brian Barry, Edel Buckley, Sandra Busteed Ciara Cullen, Ralph Cunnigham, Jimmy Gibney and Ricardo Guglimonotti for making the last three months so amazing. Special congratulations to everyone who took part in the race in aid of Breakthrough Cancer Research and Ballymore Cobh AC. To access the full training plan and all the Irishman Abroad episodes join up at www.patreon.com/irishmanabroad today. Jarlath is currently on tour. Find a show near you www.jigser.com/gigs

Apr 10, 202448 min

Ep 737Threat Level Midnight - The RFK Problem & Israel's Fork In The Road - Irishman In America

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How did Trump get that big discount? Who supplied the money? And will Lara Trump’s version of a Tom Petty classic break the internet? Marion McKeone looks back on a crazy couple of weeks in US politics and international news. From the Baltimore shipping disaster theories to Biden’s response to the latest aid worker killings in Israel - there’s a lot to catch up on in this week’s episode. Why not pop over to Patreon and enjoy the full episode this week. Visit www.patreon.com/irishmanabroad for full access in a few clicks. Got something to say? Email the show - [email protected]

Apr 5, 202433 min

Ep 736Sonia's Cross Training Guide - Irishman Running Abroad

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Whether you're injured or PB'ing every race, finding running easy or bored off your head by the thought of it...chances are some form of cross training is going to enhance your experience. Sonia O'Sullivan, the queen of Irish athletics, makes the case for the one part of running that most people avoid. She talks to Jarlath Regan about the massive return you can see from even a little swimming, cycling or gym work. If the thought of that makes you groan, Sonia's wise words might turn your head. It's a little over a week until she lands back in Ireland and her home town of Cobh. That's right, the Ballymore Cobh AC annual home-coming dance - the Sonia O'Sullivan Cobh 10 Mile Road Race is almost here. We hear from a few members of the squad Sonia handpicked to coach over the last 12 weeks. How should your pace change in race consisting of big hills and rolling descents? Sonia has the answer. To hear the whole episode and gain access to the full Irishman Running Abroad show visit www.patreon.com/irishmanabroad and in a few clicks you can become a member.

Mar 27, 202433 min

Ep 735Running mates, Leo Bows Out, Nancy & SB4 - Irishman In America with Marion McKeone

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This week Marion interviewed Nancy Pelosi. She recaps the conversation with comedian Jarlath Regan and together they reflect on the latest news from the campaign trail. Can Donald produce the cash to pay his bond on Monday? Is the bond amount too high? Marion has a surprising take on this one. How are we still talking about Donald Trump when Texas and other border states are allowing people to die during their attempted crossings? SB4 threatens to make this appalling situation far worse. Can it be stopped? The 5th Circuit has allowed it. Now it’s the Supreme Court’s chance to stand up but don’t count on that. Is the Supreme Court the most dangerous force in America? Is their goal to retain a white America? Surely that’s already impossible? Over in the extended episode we hear who might be Trump’s blind date running mate. He is turning this into a game show. Marion reflects on Leo Veradkar’s Washington visit and why politicians tend to resign. What kind of resignation was this? The Oscars and the future of funding for Israel brutal assault on Gaza. A new investigation has made shocking revelations about October 7th. For the whole episode each week and to support the continuation of the series visit www.patreon.com/irishmanabroad

Mar 22, 202435 min

Ep 734Shoes Glorious Shoes & The Road To Cobh Week 9 - Irishman Running Abroad

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Has the world of athletics started to move away from the super shoe? Does a regular even need a carbon plate under their foot? Jarlath Regan talks to the legend Sonia O'Sullivan from Nike HQ. With the road to Cobh heating up they get voice notes from the squad and Ciara Cullen joins them on the LiveLine for a fun chat about her progress. Finally Jarlath was sent the new ASICS Nimbus 26 to review thanks to John Buckley Sports in Cork - the best running shop in Ireland. Hear how he got on by clicking and becoming a member over at www.patreon.com/irishmanabroad Email the show on [email protected] or come see Jarlath live on tour www.jigser.com/gigs

Mar 13, 202429 min

Ep 733Supreme Court Tuesday & The Irish Oscars - Irishman In America with Marion McKeone

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Super Tuesday was anything but super. Marion McKeone reflects on the most pedestrian Grand National of all time. Can this Donkey Derby between two candidates nobody seems to want change? But wait, doesn’t one of the candidates owe a half a billion dollars? The Supreme Court seems very happy to assist him in stalling but surely the bond will have to be paid. Their ruling over Colorado, where is Ron DeSantis, IVF in Alabama and is there such a thing as political fitness? There’s so much to cover this week. That’s why we give you a double size episode each week for our members. Visit www.patreon.com/irishmanabroad to access everything including big interviews with people like Mary Robinson, Gabriel Byrne, Bob Geldof and Imelda May. Jarlath is finally coming to America. Tickets are now on sale for his Boston show on November 3rd. https://wl.seetickets.us/event/jarlath-regan-yer-man-1000pm/593168?afflky=LaughBoston See www.jigser.com/gigs for all tour dates.

Mar 8, 202436 min

Ep 732How To Handle A Dip In Training Motivation - Irishman Running Abroad With Sonia O'Sullivan

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It's week 7 of the 2024 Road To Cobh so it's totally normal to have a bit training fatigue. That can manifest in many ways. Loss of running libido is just one of them! Sonia is here to help. Today we get the squad provide the questions and we get to check in on their progress. Sonia recommends a brilliant new book by Frank O'Mara and we announce the winners of the Cobh 10 early bird prize. A luxurious stay at Fota Island's 5 star resort could be yours! Listen now to find out if you have won. This week Patreon members you are getting a full 35 mins of extra Sonia expertise and eve nmore insight in the ten mile training plan. Thanks to the members for always supporting our show. Do you have anything you want to ask Sonia? Is there a race or Parkrun you would like featured on the show? Why not get in touch [email protected]

Feb 28, 202432 min

Ep 731Biden's Gaza Shame & Can Someone Else Pay Trump's Tab? - Irishman In America With Marion McKeone

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Unflappable. That’s one word to describe Donald Trump. In the face of being ordered to pay almost a half a billion dollars by the courts he seems unperturbed. Why? Does Marion know something we don’t know about how he plans to pay this money back? As she explains, there is no wriggling out of this one. Meanwhile rubble is being bombed in Gaza and the last remaining people fleeing the conflict pray for an end has Biden forgotten how powerful he is or wussed out? A piece in the Guardian this week has sparked a conversation around the perplexing actions of the President and how weak and heartless it is starting to make him and his foreign policy advisors look. In the final part of our episode Marion examines Liz Truss’ performance at CPAC and the company she now keeps, Nikki Hayley’s attempts to cobble together some funds to keep going, Tucker’s Russian fever dream and more. If you haven’t already, maybe this is the week to join us on Patreon. www.patreon.com/irishmanabroad Jarlath's new standup show is on tour and all the tickets are nearly gone! Visit www.jigser.com/gigs for info and ticket links.

Feb 23, 202436 min

Ep 730Hill Running Special Episode With Sonia O'Sullivan & Ricki Wynne

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You can't go around them, hills are a fact of life for all runners. The great Sonia O'Sullivan is the proof that running up and over them can provide a huge bang for your training buck. Today on the Irishman Running Abroad she sets out the keys to doing it right. We hear from her hand picked squad of listeners heading to Cobh to run her homecoming road race. We get a taste of my extended interview with the man who ran up and down Croagh Patrick 15 times in 24 hours. Yes, the Irish hill running king Ricki Wynne gives us a rare insight into his training and life. Sonia also reflects on the tragic death of Kelvin Kiptum and the Parkrun record wiping debacle. Want to contact us or be added to the show's WhatsApp ground? Email [email protected] To hear the full episode and access the full interview with Ricki Wynne visit www.patreon.com/irishmanabroad To see Jarlath on tour in 2024 visit www.jigser.com/gigs

Feb 14, 202433 min

Ep 729Super Bowl Weekend Washington Shenanigans Special - Irishman In America

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The big football game hasn't even kicked off and Marion's voice is already as good as gone. She puts on a show of guts in today's podcast as she joins comedian Jarlath Regan to talk about the week's latest news. Is Taylor Swift working for the Defence Department, is LA about to be washed away and will Tucker get his interview with Putin? Most importantly Donald Trump's attempts to convince the world that he should be allowed do whatever he likes because he was once the President look to be over. In yet another calamitous week for the GOP Mike Johnson ran from the building, Mitch showed his hand and Biden learned how to rattle the man before he throws the football. Come on over to hear the rest of the episode on Patreon. Each and every episode goes up there with big extra chunk of chat and deep dive into the stories of the week. It's also the best way to support the show and get exclusive member only benefits including tickets to live shows, bonus series and the full archive of Irishman Abroad Podcasts. Email a question for Marion to [email protected]

Feb 9, 202434 min

Ep 728Sonia's Session Masterclass (Part 1) - Irishman Running Abroad

Sonia O'Sullivan chat's to comedian Jarlath Regan about the ABCs of athletics training sessions. Where do most people go wrong? Is it ever ok to cut a session short? How do we keep our energy level and get the most out of a session? Sonia has the answers. It's week three of her training plan for the Cobh 10 - her homecoming race in Cork. We hear how the squad are doing and get Sonia's advice on tailoring the plan to your running level and ambitions. Pop over to www.patreon.com/irishmanabroad for a further 30 mins deep dive into this topic with Sonia and Jar each week. Patreon members get all sorts of benefits why not sign up and give it a go this year. Email [email protected] to contact the show.

Jan 31, 202432 min

Ep 727Why Hayley Won't Quit, Trouble For Fani Willis & Kari Lake Is Back! - Irishman In America

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Is it all over? Nikki Hayley doesn’t think so. Is Fani Willis’s RICO case all over? She doesn’t seem to think so. Only one person can make sense of the campaign trail and all the news from America this week. It’s the Sunday Business Post Washington correspondent Marion McKeone. This week she takes listener questions and tries to predict as best she can, what happens next. To hear the full conversation sign up at www.Patreon.com/irishmanabroad - for just £5 a month you can gain premium access to all our episodes from the last 10 years including hundreds of interviews and spin off series. (See Jarlath on tour this year. His new standup show is travelling everywhere around Ireland and the UK. https://linktr.ee/IrishmanAbroad )

Jan 26, 202431 min

Ep 726The Road To Cobh Week 1 - Meet The Squad - Irishman Running Abroad

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Sonia has read every email, letter and postcard. She has deliberated long into the night to find the best collection of talent and stories to form her squad for the road to Cobh 2024. Today we reveal who they are and hear some of their inspirational journeys. Which member of the team are you most like? There's someone for everyone. You can match your training plan to their's and take the journey Cobh too. This is a one of a kind episode with something for everyone in it. Sonia explains the difference between and easy and a "regular run". It's a subject that ex-elite athlete, now elite physical therapist, Vinny Mulvey and I have been exploring for the last 60 days. For the London Marathon 2024 I'm running for Kidney Care UK and I'm using low heart rate training to build the aerobic base that failed me in Dublin last October. So far it has been a revelatory experience. At first, mind numbingly boring, then agonising, then joyous - the process of learning to run properly slow on my easy days has not been easy. Vinny takes me on the Seb Coe loop of Ashbourne, Co. Meath to explain some of the more difficult questions surrounding low heart rate training. To hear the full episode and gain access to Sonia's full training plans and advice for training for every distance from 5k to the marathon head to www.patreon.com/irishmanabroad

Jan 17, 202440 min

Ep 725Decision Time For America & Israel On Trial - Irishman In America

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With Israel facing charges of genocide, Trump trying to navigate a path through his legal challenges to the White House and Biden coming out all guns blazing in Iowa, there is a lot to talk about this week with Marion McKeone. Irishman In America runs down all the news of the week from across the pond and you can hear even more by visiting www.patreon.com/irishmanabroad - pose a question to Marion, download our US scandals series, listen to our in depth interviews and much more. Email [email protected] See Jarlath live on tour in 2024 www.jigser.com/gigs

Jan 12, 202431 min

Ep 724Don’t Call It A Comeback! Returning To Running In 2024 - Irishman Running Abroad

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No matter how long or short the layoff, returning to running is a tough task. Sonia O’Sullivan has returned from every kind of challenge. From childbirth to injury, burnout to loss of confidence - Sonia has seen it all. Knocked down, written off and told it is not possible, she is proof that nobody should take no for an answer when it comes to running. This week she provides all the information you need to get back on the horse. Mentality, nutrition, apparel, strength and strategy; this episode has it all. It’s the last call for applications for Sonia’s squad. If you’d like to be coached by the GOAT simply email us your story. [email protected] Pop off to www.Patreon.com/irishmanabroad to get premium access to this episode. A further 30 minutes of conversation and insight plus episode notes. Jarlath is on tour through 2024. He will be running all over the world. Come to a show www.jigser.com/gigs or join him for a run https://www.strava.com/athletes/jarlath - He’s also running the London Marathon for Kidney Care UK this April. You can support him here.https://2024tcslondonmarathon.enthuse.com/pf/jarlath-regan?utm_campaign=website&utm_medium=email&utm_source=EnthuseSendGrid

Jan 3, 202435 min

Ep 723The Big Questions For 2024 - Irishman In America With Marion McKeone

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Marion McKeone returns to give her analysis of the most pressing questions facing the USA in the coming year. Aside from who will be your President, the land of the free is staring down the barrel of some very serious choices surrounding its future as a global power. Jarlath poses the questions around faith in democracy, Biden, Israel, Ukraine and lots more in this powder keg of an episode. You can find the extended version covering the Nikki Hayley VP conundrum, Putin’s future in Russia, the most anticipated movies of 2024 and more, over on www.Patreon.Com/irishmanabroad . Did we miss something? Do you have a question for Marion?Contact the show [email protected] Subscribe and give us a rating on your podcast provider. It’s a massive help. Thank you and happy new year.

Dec 29, 2023

Ep 722The Road Cobh - Your Chance To Be Coached By Sonia O’Sullivan - Irishman Running Abroad

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Would you like to be coached by Sonia O’Sullivan? Well that’s the chance we are offering our lucky listeners over the next four months on the road to the Cobh 10 Mile Road Race. Listen to this episode to hear how you can be considered for selection. Entry is now open for Ballymore Cobh AC’s centrepiece race of the year. https://eventmaster.ie/event/R4l7UL5h76 But you can win free entry and the chance to be coached by the GOAT by simply emailing us your story. Today on the show Jarlath talks to Sonia about the 10 mile road race, why she loves it so much and that time she smashed the world record over this distance. Later on they talk hills and last minute Christmas gifts. Then in the XL Patreon version, coach Vinny Mulvey explains why heart rate training might be the way for ward for runners in their 30s and 40s. Vinny breaks down the science and examines the impact it has already had on Jarlath’s running. Visit www.Patreon.Com/irishmanabroad to gain access to full episode and archive. Email [email protected] to be considered for the squad or to submit a question for Sonia.

Dec 20, 202330 min

Ep 721Marion McKeone’s 2023 Picks Of The Year - Irishman In America (Part 1)

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Marion McKeone surveys the wreckage of one of the strangest years in US politics and selects her biggest winners and losers of the year. To hear part 2 and her full list of selections including best political book, movie and predictions for the year to come, head to www.patreon.com/irishmanabroad Irishman In America is an Irishman Abroad Podcast created, mixed, mastered, edited and researched by Jarlath Regan. Original logo by Fintan Wall @wallhello. Original episode artwork by Jarlath Regan. Contact the show? [email protected]

Dec 15, 202333 min

Ep 7202023 Christmas Special - Sonia’s Picks Of The Year - Irishman Running Abroad

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Sonia O’Sullivan looks back on a jam packed year in athletics and makes her selections for the best of 2023. Later in the show we hear first hand accounts of the Valencia Marathon from listeners James Carty and Wynona Grant. Pop over to hear the full size episode and access hundreds of hours of Sonia’s advice and training tips. www.Patreon.Com/irishmanabroad. Don’t forget to contact the show and put your questions to Sonia and Jar. [email protected] Jarlath is on tour all through 2023 and 2024 see www.jigser.Com/gigs for tour dates and tickets.

Dec 6, 202332 min

Ep 719Remembering Shane MacGowan with Marion McKeone - Irishman In America (Part 1)

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Marion McKeone pays tribute to her dear friend and Irish music icon Shane MacGowan who sadly passed away this week. Marion explains the origin of their friendship and what Shane meant to the Irish abroad. We hear her fondest memories and few things only those closest to him could ever know. In the second half of the episode on www.patreon.com/irishmanabroad Marion examines the latest developments in Israel and Gazza, the Desantis dumpster fire and what we can learn from lawlessness in US cities after the Dublin riots. To contact the show email [email protected]

Dec 1, 202328 min

Ep 718Is Technology Ruining Your Running? | Irishman Running Abroad with Sonia O’Sullivan

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If a run happens in the woods and there’s no watch there to record it and post it to Strava, did a run ever happen at all? Is the measuring of running ruining running? Sonia O’Sullivan and comedian Jarlath Regan ask whether the focus on data and super advanced technology is sucking the joy out of running? Later in the episode Sonia looks at the limits of data analytics for elite athletes and the one measurement even elite coaches are reluctant to ask their athletes about. One listener hits a big milestone and Jarlath experiments with low heart rate running. “Running is a long term relationship with yourself” according to Sonia. How can we make it one that lasts rather than a fling? Pop over to Patreon to see footage from Jarlath’s latest road trip and listen to an extra 30 mins deep dive on this subject. Www.patreon.com/irishmanabroad

Nov 22, 202331 min

Ep 717What’s A Bit Violence Between Friends? - Irishman In America With Marion McKeone

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Is the low level threat of violence becoming normalised in US politics? Marion McKeone examines this question the light of a few very worrying incidents over the past year. It's been a crazy two weeks on The Hill. Jarlath and Marion look back on the big stories and try to predict what might happen next. Come over to Patreon to hear an extra 40 minute discussion of the humanitarian crisis in Gazza, George Santos's fraud charges, P Diddy's new rape allegations and much much more. www.patreon.com/irishmanabroad Why not email us your questions [email protected] - don't forget to rate, comment and subscribe to the podcast - it helps the show a massive amount.

Nov 17, 20231h 9m

Ep 716Rozanna Purcell - Irishman Abroad - Big Interview

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Jarlath Regan sits down with Rozanna Purcell to talk life changing decisions, passion and exploring Ireland. Roz is a broadcaster, content creator and author based in Ireland who has travelled the world for multiple reasons. At first it was for modelling but then she did what very few manage to do. Recognise the path they are on is not good for them and change. She has, since making this change, written several books including the recently released The Hike Life. In this great insight into Ireland she brings her passion for hiking to the page. Rozanna shares 50 of her favourite hikes from all around Ireland, from Donegal to Kilcash. Each hike includes levels of difficulty, all the details you need to know about the trail, where to get the best views along your journey and incredible places nearby to visit, from food stops to stunning beaches. Rozanna also shares practical tips for the outdoors, including layering, backpack essentials and useful precautions, apps and websites, making this an essential guide for both beginners and intrepid explorers. To hear the full interview head over to www.patreon.com/irishmanabroad and sign up today.

Nov 12, 202328 min

Ep 715Your Marathon Tales (Dublin 2023) - Irishman Running Abroad

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Your stories of triumph and pain at the 2023 DUBLIN city marathon are the focus of today’s episode. Sonia O’Sullivan and Jarlath Regan hear from the listeners who ran, finished, wound up in hospital and got the bus home. This is a one of a kind instalment of Irishman Running Abroad. For anyone thinking of doing a marathon or contemplating getting back in the ring, this is a must listen. Make sure to come over to www.Patreon.com/irishmanabroad to access the full episode series and XL episodes. There’s no obligation. Cancel any time you like. Why not join the gang and be part of the chat? Email [email protected] with your phone number and we can add you to the WhatsApp group of champions.

Nov 8, 202335 min

Ep 714Trump Kids Take The Stand & Desantis’ High Heal Hypocrisy - Irishman In America Podcast

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When your Dad doesn’t show up to support you at your big day in court you know things are bad. This week Don Junior and Eric had their big softball game and their big Orange Pappa failed to sit in the bleachers. Marion McKeone picks through some of the nonsense that is getting spewed. We also take a look at the importance of high heels to Ron Desantis’ campaign and the gains that Nikki Hayley continues to make. Over in the extended episode on www.patreon.com/irishmanabroad you can hear the latest from Gaza, George Santos and the attempts to keep Trump off the ballot in 2024. Marion goes to see GNR in concert and wonders can slash help Ron Desantis somehow. Jarlath is going out on tour. He will be doing his latest standup show “Yer Man” across the autumn and winter. Why not grab a ticket while you can. All the dates are selling out! https://linktr.ee/IrishmanAbroad For double size episodes each week and access to Marion’s American scandals series, why not visit www.patreon.com/irishmanabroad today. If you’d like to contact me, that is easy too. You know what to do! 1. Irishman Abroad Live Line: You can now get in touch with us and feature on our shows by sending your WhatsApp voice note to 00447565347350 2. Email Jar, Sonia and Marion directly on [email protected]. For updates on future episodes and live shows follow Jar here on Twitter, visit www.jigser.com or subscribe to the YouTube channel here.

Nov 3, 202333 min

Ep 713Dublin Marathon 2023 Sights And Sounds Episode - Irishman Running Abroad

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The crowds, the rain, the determination, the exhaustion, the exhilaration and the heartbreak; it’s all here in this bumper edition of Irishman Running Abroad. Let Jarlath Regan & Sonia O’Sullivan take you around the course. The Irish Life Dublin City Marathon 2023 was a beast. Jarlath recorded it every step of the way. This unique documentary episode tracks his race journey and how things didn’t quite go to plan. There’s beautiful moments with other runners and listeners, the crowds and organisers. He then speaks to his coach Vinny Mulvey about picking up the pieces afterwards and David Gillick about breaking 3 hours in hellish conditions. (Visit www.patreon.com/irishmanabroad for full access to all our episodes including that chat with Vinny and David.) Next week on the podcast we want to hear your stories. Email, voice note or WhatsApp us with what happened on the day for you? If you’re over the moon or trying to put the pieces back together Sonia can help. It’s easy! 1. Irishman Abroad Live Line: WhatsApp 00447565347350 2. Email Jar, Sonia and Marion directly on [email protected]. For updates on future episodes and live shows follow Jar here on Twitter, visit www.jigser.com or subscribe to the YouTube channel here.

Nov 1, 202355 min

Ep 712Who The Hell Is Mike Johnson? - Irishman In America With Marion McKeone

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How did Mike Johnson become the poster boy for Republican acceptability over night? Who is this man who now occupies one of the most powerful roles in American politics? Marion McKeone attempts to explain the origin story of the man who could US politics for the next few years. As the conflict rages between Hamas and Israel, the carnage continues and the number innocent lives lost mount up. What does the future hold for international law and the hostages still being held. Surely the siege and bombardment a threat to their safety? Trump threw a diaper baby tantrum in court this week. What exactly took place? Marion examines the impact of the RICO plea deals on subsequent cases. Is this whole nut about to crack wide open? Jarlath is going out on tour. He will be doing his latest standup show “Yer Man” across the autumn and winter. Why not grab a ticket while you can. All the dates are selling out! https://linktr.ee/IrishmanAbroad For double size episodes each week and access to Marion’s American scandals series, why not visit www.patreon.com/irishmanabroad today. If you’d like to contact me, that is easy too. You know what to do! 1. Irishman Abroad Live Line: You can now get in touch with us and feature on our shows by sending your WhatsApp voice note to 00447565347350 2. Email Jar, Sonia and Marion directly on [email protected]. For updates on future episodes and live shows follow Jar here on Twitter, visit www.jigser.com or subscribe to the YouTube channel here.

Oct 27, 202334 min

Ep 711The Final Countdown To Dublin - Irishman Running Abroad with Sonia O’Sullivan & Vinny Mulvey

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Marathon week is a tense time. Even though you’re meant to be relaxing a bit, the sense of “hurry up and wait” can have you thinking some pretty silly thoughts. Sonia O’Sullivan helps to calm the mind with some solid tips and stories from her week and running career. We then sift through the race day tips and hints from our loyal legion of listeners. Finally I go to Vinny Mulvey for a race week rub down. Refreshing my legs and my self belief, Vinny is full of sound advice on keeping things very simple just when your mind wants to over think. Would you like to join the conversation with hundreds of other like minded runners? Email Jarlath on [email protected] and ask to join the show’s WhatsApp group. Jarlath is on tour right now. Visit www.jigser.com to see date or join the mailing list to get notified of next batch of tour dates. For double size episodes each week and access to Marion’s American scandals series, why not visit www.patreon.com/irishmanabroad today. If you’d like to contact me, that is easy too. You know what to do! 1. Irishman Abroad Live Line: You can now get in touch with us and feature on our shows by sending your WhatsApp voice note to 00447565347350 2. Email Jar, Sonia and Marion directly on [email protected]. For updates on future episodes and live shows follow Jar here on Twitter, visit www.jigser.com or subscribe to the YouTube channel here.

Oct 25, 202336 min

Ep 710Irishman In America - Biden’s Oval Office Plea & Jim Jordan Isn’t Gone Just Yet

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Last night President Joe Biden attempted to connect the dots between Russia's invasion of Ukraine and the conflict between Israel and Palestine. Today Marion McKeone attempts to explain the latest developments. Biden is seeking a massive influx of spending to support Israel and by lumping the two conflicts together he is clearly trying to go round those who view Ukraine as a losing battle. Jim Jordan's challenge for the role of speaker looks dead in the water or is it? We dig into the questions you have submitted including the latest in the Trump RICO indictment, the use of opinion polls and Britney Spears' starting new memoir. (Patreon exclusive content) Jarlath is going out on tour. He will be doing his latest standup show “Yer Man” across the autumn and winter. Why not grab a ticket while you can. All the dates are selling out! https://linktr.ee/IrishmanAbroad For double size episodes each week and access to Marion’s American scandals series, why not visit www.patreon.com/irishmanabroad today. If you’d like to contact me, that is easy too. You know what to do! 1. Irishman Abroad Live Line: You can now get in touch with us and feature on our shows by sending your WhatsApp voice note to 00447565347350 2. Email Jar, Sonia and Marion directly on [email protected]. For updates on future episodes and live shows follow Jar here on Twitter, visit www.jigser.com or subscribe to the YouTube channel here.

Oct 20, 202330 min

Ep 709Irishman Running Abroad - Marathon Day Troubleshooting (In Advance)

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Sonia O’Sullivan knows a thing or two about preparing properly for a big race. Whether you’re heading to Dublin or not you’ll love her advice on troubleshooting in advance of your big event. We really get into the weeds this week as the clock ticks down to just over a week to go to the big one. We hear Sonia’s number one life hacks for getting ahead of race day problems, how to avoid the post race dip, how to restore the pep in your step and what the elites at Nike do before big races. In the second half of the show over on Patreon we go into greater detail on race day prep with Sonia and top physical therapist Vinny Mulvey. With more than a hundred clients taking part in the race Vinny has been coaching and helping all kinds of runners prepare for the challenge. There’s a great question from a listener, Sonia recommendation of the week and some tips on avoiding electric car stress too! Would you like to join the conversation with hundreds of other like minded runners? Email Jarlath on [email protected] and ask to join the show’s WhatsApp group. Jarlath is on tour right now. Visit www.jigser.com to see date or join the mailing list to get notified of next batch of tour dates. For double size episodes each week and access to Marion’s American scandals series, why not visit www.patreon.com/irishmanabroad today. If you’d like to contact me, that is easy too. You know what to do! 1. Irishman Abroad Live Line: You can now get in touch with us and feature on our shows by sending your WhatsApp voice note to 00447565347350 2. Email Jar, Sonia and Marion directly on [email protected]. For updates on future episodes and live shows follow Jar here on Twitter, visit www.jigser.com or subscribe to the YouTube channel here.

Oct 18, 202332 min

Ep 708Irishman In America - What Next For Israel & Palestine?

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Marion McKeone of the Sunday Business Post reflects on astonishing horror that continues to unfold across Israel and Palestine this week. What exactly took place and what will happen next? How will this conflict affect the world? Marion takes us inside the US reaction and her fears for the future. For double size episodes each week and access to Marion’s American scandals series, why not visit www.patreon.com/irishmanabroad today. If you’d like to contact me, that is easy too. 1. Irishman Abroad Live Line: You can now get in touch with us and feature on our shows by sending your WhatsApp voice note to 00447565347350 2. Email Jar, Sonia and Marion directly on [email protected]. For updates on future episodes and live shows follow Jar here on Twitter, visit www.jigser.com or subscribe to the YouTube channel here.

Oct 13, 202332 min

Ep 707Irishman Running Abroad - Tapering For A Marathon With Special Guest Vinny Mulvey.

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Sonia O’Sullivan advises comedian turned runner, Jarlath Regan on how to taper his training before a marathon. Former Irish international athlete and now physical therapist/coach Vinny Mulvey joins the conversation to reflect on an incredible week in the sport of long distance running. Would you like to join the conversation with hundreds of other like minded runners? Email Jarlath on [email protected] and ask to join the show’s WhatsApp group. Jarlath is on tour right now. Visit www.jigser.com to see date or join the mailing list to get notified of next batch of tour dates. For double size episodes each week and access to Marion’s American scandals series, why not visit www.patreon.com/irishmanabroad today. If you’d like to contact me, that is easy too. You know what to do! 1. Irishman Abroad Live Line: You can now get in touch with us and feature on our shows by sending your WhatsApp voice note to 00447565347350 2. Email Jar, Sonia and Marion directly on [email protected]. For updates on future episodes and live shows follow Jar here on Twitter, visit www.jigser.com or subscribe to the YouTube channel here.

Oct 11, 202336 min

Ep 706Irishman In America - Bye Bye Kevin, Hello Donald?

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The ousting of Kevin McCarthy as speaker of the house might have been predictable but what comes next certainly is not. The race has begun to fill the role but are all the candidates in it to win it? Marion McKeone one who definitely is not. Members of Irishman Abroad on Patreon can enjoy a double size version of the podcast each week. Why not give it a try this month? There’s no obligation and you get access to a hell of a lot more including Marion’s scandals series. Jarlath is going out on tour. He will be doing his latest standup show “Yer Man” across the autumn and winter. Why not grab a ticket while you can. All the dates are selling out! https://linktr.ee/IrishmanAbroad For double size episodes each week and access to Marion’s American scandals series, why not visit www.patreon.com/irishmanabroad today. If you’d like to contact me, that is easy too. You know what to do! 1. Irishman Abroad Live Line: You can now get in touch with us and feature on our shows by sending your WhatsApp voice note to 00447565347350 2. Email Jar, Sonia and Marion directly on [email protected]. For updates on future episodes and live shows follow Jar here on Twitter, visit www.jigser.com or subscribe to the YouTube channel here.

Oct 6, 202334 min

Ep 705Irishman Running Abroad - When Marathon Things Go Wrong!

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Jarlath’s marathon training comes a cropper. Can Sonia get his wheels back on the track in time? What happened and how can everyone avoid the same mistake? There’s less than a month to go to the Dublin City Marathon 2023. Is there time for a detour. Sonia’s hair raising US experience says yes. Vinny Mulvey joins that chat over on Patreon for a deeper look at how to avoid a marathon training dip and Sonia looks at the astonishing performance of Aoife Cleary. Is running a second marathon the same as building second garden shed? Would you like to join the conversation with hundreds of other like minded runners? Email Jarlath on [email protected] and ask to join the show’s WhatsApp group. Jarlath is on tour right now. Visit www.jigser.com to see date or join the mailing list to get notified of next batch of tour dates. For double size episodes each week and access to Marion’s American scandals series, why not visit www.patreon.com/irishmanabroad today. If you’d like to contact me, that is easy too. You know what to do! 1. Irishman Abroad Live Line: You can now get in touch with us and feature on our shows by sending your WhatsApp voice note to 00447565347350 2. Email Jar, Sonia and Marion directly on [email protected]. For updates on future episodes and live shows follow Jar here on Twitter, visit www.jigser.com or subscribe to the YouTube channel here.

Oct 4, 202337 min

Ep 704Irishman In America - GOP Multi-Candidate Car Crash

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Attending toddler’s birthday party where the clown doesn’t show up is less overwhelming than the second GOP debate. Marion McKeone examines the wreckage and looks back on a week of failed impeachments, dog attacks, prisoner releases and judgements that could change the path of Donald Trump’s business empire. Jarlath and Marion dig a little bit deeper and have a bit more fun with the bog news stories over on www.patreon.com/irishmnabroad why not treat yourself to a month’s access to double size episode. Cancel any time you like - you will love it. Jarlath is on tour right now. Visit www.jigser.com/gigs to see all his brand dates or join the mailing list to get notified of next batch of tour dates. Don’t forget double size episodes each week and access to Marion’s American scandals series, why not visit www.patreon.com/irishmanabroad today. If you’d like to contact me, that is easy too. You know what to do! 1. Irishman Abroad Live Line: You can now get in touch with us and feature on our shows by sending your WhatsApp voice note to 00447565347350 2. Email Jar, Sonia and Marion directly on [email protected]. For updates on future episodes and live shows follow Jar here on Twitter, visit www.jigser.com or subscribe to the YouTube channel here.

Sep 29, 202333 min

Ep 703Your Marathon Questions Answered - Irishman Running Abroad with Special Guest David Gillick

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Sonia O’Sullivan dips into the mail bag to answer your toughest marathon training questions. David Gillick joins the chat to discuss the Dublin Half Marathon and how he changed his training this year. And we reflect on the incredible performances at last weekend’s Berlin marathon. It’s another jam packed episode soaked in the knowledge and craic from the best Irish track athletes of all time. Would you like to join the conversation with hundreds of other like minded runners? Email Jarlath on [email protected] and ask to join the show’s WhatsApp group. Jarlath is on tour right now. Visit www.jigser.com to see date or join the mailing list to get notified of next batch of tour dates. For double size episodes each week and access to Marion’s American scandals series, why not visit www.patreon.com/irishmanabroad today. If you’d like to contact me, that is easy too. You know what to do! 1. Irishman Abroad Live Line: You can now get in touch with us and feature on our shows by sending your WhatsApp voice note to 00447565347350 2. Email Jar, Sonia and Marion directly on [email protected]. For updates on future episodes and live shows follow Jar here on Twitter, visit www.jigser.com or subscribe to the YouTube channel here.

Sep 27, 202325 min

Ep 702An Irishman In America - Rupert’s Exit, Russell Brand’s Fall & No Time For Zelenskyy

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In a week when Rupert Murdoch said goodbye, Kevin McCarthy got pantsed in public yet again and Russell Brand made more headlines than the shunning of Ukraine's President, Marion McKeone reflects on it all. Together with comedian Jarlath Regan, the Sunday Business Post's US correspondent examines the legacy of Murdoch and how his lust for money and power won't be his only legacy. Jarlath is going out on tour. He will be doing his latest standup show “Yer Man” across the autumn and winter. Why not grab a ticket while you can. All the dates are selling out! https://linktr.ee/IrishmanAbroad For double size episodes each week, a deeper discussion of the top stories and access to Marion’s American scandals series, why not visit www.patreon.com/irishmanabroad today. If you’d like to contact me, that is easy too. You know what to do! 1. Irishman Abroad Live Line: You can now get in touch with us and feature on our shows by sending your WhatsApp voice note to 00447565347350 2. Email Jar, Sonia and Marion directly on [email protected]. For updates on future episodes and live shows follow Jar here on Twitter, visit www.jigser.com or subscribe to the YouTube channel here.

Sep 22, 202335 min

Ep 701Irishman Running Abroad - Avoiding Marathon Training Pitfalls

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40 days from a marathon is dangerous territory. Let Irish athletics legend Sonia O'Sullivan guide you past the pitfalls. We also get a breakdown of the Diamond League Final in Oregon. Jarlath is going out on tour. He will be doing his latest standup show “Yer Man” across the autumn and winter. Why not grab a ticket while you can. All the dates are selling out! https://linktr.ee/IrishmanAbroad For double size episodes each week and access to Marion’s American scandals series, why not visit www.patreon.com/irishmanabroad today. If you’d like to contact me, that is easy too. You know what to do! 1. Irishman Abroad Live Line: You can now get in touch with us and feature on our shows by sending your WhatsApp voice note to 00447565347350 2. Email Jar, Sonia and Marion directly on [email protected]. For updates on future episodes and live shows follow Jar here on Twitter, visit www.jigser.com or subscribe to the YouTube channel here.

Sep 20, 202327 min

Ep 700Hunter Biden’s Gobshite Indictment & McCarthy’s Impeachment Goose Chase - Irishman In America With Marion McKeone

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Marion McKeone of the Sunday Business Post looks back on this week's top news stories from America with comedian Jarlath Regan. Stories covered include: Hunter Biden's indictment on gun charges. Kevin McCarthy's impeachment investigation. Mitt Romeny's new book and farewell. Jarlath is going out on tour. He will be doing his latest standup show “Yer Man” across the autumn and winter. Why not grab a ticket while you can. All the dates are selling out! https://linktr.ee/IrishmanAbroad For double size episodes each week and access to Marion’s American scandals series, why not visit www.patreon.com/irishmanabroad today. If you’d like to contact me, that is easy too. You know what to do! 1. Irishman Abroad Live Line: You can now get in touch with us and feature on our shows by sending your WhatsApp voice note to 00447565347350 2. Email Jar, Sonia and Marion directly on [email protected]. For updates on future episodes and live shows follow Jar here on Twitter, visit www.jigser.com or subscribe to the YouTube channel here.

Sep 15, 202332 min

Ep 699Fuelling Your Best Running With Sonia O’Sullivan, Joe Wilkinson & Vinny Mulvey

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Putting the right petrol in the tank is not as simple as it sounds. When you're running heaps of extra miles you can be tricked into thinking you can eat anything you want. How can we strike the right balance between filling up and staying on track. Sonia O'Sullivan is here again with her essential guide to a training diet that can work wherever you live and whatever you lifestyle might be. Vinny Mulvey joins the call to talk in race fuelling and comedian Joe Wilkinson takes Jarlath for a run in Brighton. Jarlath is going out on tour. He will be doing his latest standup show “Yer Man” across the autumn and winter. Why not grab a ticket while you can. All the dates are selling out! https://linktr.ee/IrishmanAbroad For double size episodes each week and access to Marion’s American scandals series, why not visit www.patreon.com/irishmanabroad today. If you’d like to contact me, that is easy too. You know what to do! 1. Irishman Abroad Live Line: You can now get in touch with us and feature on our shows by sending your WhatsApp voice note to 00447565347350 2. Email Jar, Sonia and Marion directly on [email protected]. For updates on future episodes and live shows follow Jar here on Twitter, visit www.jigser.com or subscribe to the YouTube channel here. Disclaimer: All materials contained within this podcast are copyright protected. Third party reuse and/or quotation in whole or in part is prohibited unless direct credit and/or hyperlink to the Irishman Abroad podcast is clearly and accurately provided.

Sep 13, 202337 min