Between the Stripes LOI podcast

Has Shane Farrell put "chicken fillet roll gate" behind him and how is his relationship now with his former boss Damien Duff? The Drogheda United midfielder chats to us after a MOTM display on Friday night. Having coached in the likes of Iran, Saudi Arabia, and Columbia, Mick McDermott tells us how he's settling into the surrounds of Cobh as Ramblers boss. Meanwhile, Kieran & Gaz have all the usual stuff for you too. Sponsored by QuinnAv.ie

The lads are left (gladly) eating humble pie on this week's show as the reflect on the record-breaking Dublin derby at the Aviva Stadium last Sunday. Stephen Bradley v Heimir is also discussed. Having won a league opener for the first time in their history, we're joined by Kerry FC duo Conor McCarthy and Niall Brookwell on the show. All the key talking points from the opening round of matches across BOTH DIVISIONS is discussed while Athlone fan Eanna represents the listeners in this week's BTS Predictions League. We've also got the BTS Hotline and plenty of stick from Bohs fans to get through so pull up a chair and enjoy the show. Sponsored by QuinnAv.ie

Between the Stripes LOI podcast is back for a ninth series as the lads revel in the news of new TV & radio deals for the league as well as the launch of an official fantasy football game, is the LOI finally mainstream? You'll do well to find a more in-depth preview to the 2025 season than this as the lads drill down into the transfer business done at every club across BOTH DIVISIONS (We never neglect the First Division on BTS). Dundalk FC attacker Leo Gaxha is our first guest of the season while we've also got audio with Aidan Keena as the Pat's striker talks Mason Melia, title pressures, Molde v Rovers and much more. The BTS Hotline and Predictions League is back also and all of this is brought to you again in 2025 by our kind sponsor QuinnAv.ie.

Happy Christmas to LOI fans everywhere! On this year's BTS Xmas special we bring you interviews with former Ireland international and the new Wexford FC manager Stephen Elliott while we also hear from Cork City FC owner Dermot Usher. Kieran & Gary review the year that was and look ahead to 2025. Sponsored by QuinnAv.ie

It's the 2024 season finale, and we're reflecting on Drogheda United's stunning FAI Cup success with Drogs chairperson Joanna Byrne. The lads reflect on a disastrous season for Derry City and what may happen next at the Brandywell. Kieran & Gaz also reflect on the season as a whole and name their BTS teams and players of the year for both divisions. There's also one last BTS hotline so until next year, thank you so much for supporting the show. We were sponsored all year by the brilliant QuinnAv.ie

It's our penultimate pod of the season as Kieran & Gary react to Shelbourne's stunning title success. Drogheda United defender Andrew Quinn joins us to talk about Sunday's FAI Cup final. That's not all however, as the lads discuss stories around the league from Kilduff's imminent appointment at Dundalk to the clear out underway at Bohemians. Sponsored by QuinnAv.ie

Here we are then, it's the final week of the Premier Division season and the title will stay in Dublin but will it be a historic 5-in-a-row for Rovers or will Damien Duff deliver the holy grail to Tolka? The lads have their say. One team who won't be winning the title is Derry City, the lads discuss the fallout from their title flop. Meanwhile, Finn Harps chairman Ian Harkin joins the lads for a long overdue serious discussion on the proposed slashing and perhaps even total removal of UEFA solidarity payments to First Division clubs. In BTS's continued commitment to the First Division, the lads also discuss the latest goings on in the playoffs! Sponsored by QuinnAv.ie

Seven title contenders are now four and we could even have a new champion as soon as this Sunday but nothing is ever that simple in the LOI! On this week's show, we're joined by former LOI referee Graham Kelly and Paul Francis of FC32, the new owners of Cobh Ramblers. Meanwhile, Kieran & Gary reflect on the disgraceful scenes that followed Dundalk's relegation at Oriel Park last Friday and John Temple's subsequent media appearance. Sponsored by QuinnAv.ie

With Dundalk FC potentially set to be relegated this Friday night, we focus on the off-field future of the club by chatting to Gerry Lennon of the newly formed Dundalk FC Supporters Trust. Meanwhile, Kieran & Gaz discuss Derry City latest "tog filling" weekend and the mad nature of the title race in general. The lads also discuss the national team following their trip to Helsinki. There's the BTS Hotline and BTS Predictions league too. All brought to you by QuinnAv.ie

With the lads away to Helsinki, this week's show was meant to be something of an express pod. However, you know Kieran & Gaz by now, they can't stop talking when it comes to LOI so tune in to hear all their latest thoughts, rants and predictions about this wonderful league of ours. Sponsored by QuinnAv.ie

The lads are back and they're energised from one of THE great LOI TV games on Monday night at Tolka Park. Are Shels folding? Can St.Pat's mount a late title charge? Are Galway United in the race to be crowned kings? We cover every nook and cranny of this insane league run in. Kieran opens the show with a tribute to the late great Maxi. There's audio with Ruadhri Higgins, Kevin Doherty and Frantz Pierrot while we've also got the usual BTS Predictions League and BTS Hotline segments. Sponsored by QuinnAv.ie

Former Derry City defender and current Grimsby Town man, Cameron McJannet joins us on this week's show to chat among other things about THAT decision at the Brandywell last Friday. Kieran & Gary, now card carrying members of the Dublin media it would seem, run through all the latest big talking points such as who will actually win this blood league and perhaps more importantly, who would beat who in a LOI managerial boxing series. All this utter nonsense as well as the BTS Predictions League and Hotline are brought to you by our sponsors QuinnAv.ie

Rescued from the brink of extinction, the lads discuss the fresh takeover at Dundalk FC. Despite understandable outpourings of relief from the Dundalk fans, Gary warns of a testing road ahead for Lilywhite supporters. Kieran also reports from the 1903's public fan meeting at Oriel Park. On the pitch, there's plenty to ponder. Can Shamrock Rovers still complete a miraculous drive for five? Could Derry City win the double? As ever, we've got in-depth First Division coverage which this week also includes the eagerly anticipated return of the BTS Kebab Review! We've also got the predictions league and hotline on a bumper edition of the pod.Sponsored by QuinnAv.ie

This week's pod is understandably Ireland and Dundalk FC heavy as the lads blow off some steam after a dark week for Irish football. Sponsored by QuinnAv.ie

If you thought managing a team in the First Division was all about team selection, tactics and transfers, you are mistaken as Finn Harps manager Darren Murphy gives listeners a wonderful and detailed insight into the all consuming life of a manager in the second-tier of Irish football. Meanwhile, Kieran & Gaz breakdown the latest twists and turns in the race for the title, Europe and the battle to avoid the drop. We've got our full First Division coverage as ever while the lads also look ahead to Ireland v England in Dublin on Saturday. Sponsored by QuinnAv.ie

LOI legend Dermot Keely joins us to discuss his new book, the late Jim McLaughlin, his concern for Dundalk FC, and of course, he has plenty to say about the FAI too. Having attended Weavers Park for one of the most remarkable score lines of the season on Friday, Kieran brings us audio with Drogheda goalkeeper Luke Dennison while listeners will also hear from Stephen Kenny ahead of St.Pat's historic trip to Istanbul this week. The lads also discuss the eleventh hour postponement of Dundalk v St.Pat's along with a number of other key topics in another riveting edition of the show. Sponsored by QuinnAv.ie - Hit subscribe/follow wherever you're listening!

As the episode title suggests, it's been another insane week across the LOI. From Cup upsets to calls for Rennies head and the return of Danny Mandriou.....The lads have quite a bit to pick through on this week's show. Sponsored by QuinnAv.ie

Does anyone want this title? What's going on at Dalymount Park? Did Stephen Kenny disrespect Galway United? Will Aidan O'Brien be a hit at Tolka Park? Did only 68 people really watch Longford at the weekend? All these questions plus your hotline submissions are answered on this week's podcast. Sponsored by QuinnAv.ie

Where do you even start this week? Duffer v Higgins, Maguire's Rebels return, Dundalk's hostile home reaction, Dawson Devoy suspension gate, Sligo Rovers v Rob Hennessey, Athlone v Kerry - The best bad game of all time? These are just some of the many subjects covered on this week's show which also contains audio with Ruaidhrí Higgins and Brian Maher. Sponsored by QuinnAv.ie

On this week's show: - Optimism following Rovers Prague display - Vaduz victory a turning point for Kenny? - Can Aidan Keena break the Saints striker curse? - Keating returns to Turners Cross - Relegation battle going to the wire - Sligo Rovers for Europe? - A bad weekend for goalkeepers - Shelbourne v Derry City on Monday night! - BTS Predictions League - BTS Hotline - Sponsored by QuinnAv.ie

On this week's pod the lads look back on Shamrock Rovers defeat to Sparta Prague, is it the end of the European dream for the Hoops? Derry's embarrassing Euro exit to Bruno's Magpies is discussed too but did Sunday's big Cup win rescue the week for the Candystripes?Speaking of that cup game at the Brandywell, just how big of a job does Stephen Kenny have on his and can he work his magic in Europe against Vaduz? Damien Duff's extraordinary post-match interview following Shels cup win in Bray is dissected as is Tim Clancy's comments on wage inflation across the league. All of this and much more is brought to you by our sponsors QuinnAv.ie

We've got an assortment of topics and competitions to cover on this week's show. LOI TV Commentator Barry Murphy dials in from Tallaght Stadium with immediate reaction to Shamrock Rovers dramatic win in the Champions League. We've got audio with Ruaidhrí Higgins & Brian Maher as Derry City aims to avoid an embarrassing early Euro exit at the hands of Bruno's Magpies. We also discuss Shels second leg tie with St Joseph's. Having witnessed Friday's fan violence in Oriel Park first hand, Kieran gives his views on what unfolded and what should follow while the lads discuss Drogheda's reaction to the unruly behavior from sections of their support. There's discussion on the new Ireland manager and his proposal for domestic-based international squads, who would make the lads LOI international team? All this and much more on this week's show. Sponsored by QuinnAv.ie

We're going international on this week's pod as Gibraltar's Louie Annesley joins us to discuss Derry City and Shelbourne's upcoming European ties against teams from the rock. The current Braintree Town defender also reflects on his time in Ireland with Dundalk, which included relearning how to walk after a life and death brush with sepsis. Kieran & Gary start the show by discussing Shamrock Rovers scoreless draw in Iceland while there's a full recap of last week's LOI results from both divisions. The Louth and Midland derbies are the feature fixtures this coming weekend while the lads also give their views on the PFAI's proposal for clubs to have a minimum number of professional contracts on offer. All of this is brought to you by the good folks at QuinnAv.ie - Our main sponsors.

Is Georgie Kelly returning to the LOI this summer? The Carlisle United striker sparked rumours after he was spotted in the stands at LOI matches recently, the former Bohs striker answers that question for us on this week's show. We've also got audio with Finn Harps manager Darren Murphy as he highlights a 15-year-old talent in his current squad who could be something special by the sounds of it. Meanwhile, Kieran & Gary reflect on the first set of results after the summer break, look ahead to Thursday's matches and recap some of the latest transfers. All of this is brought to you by our sponsors, QuinnAv.ie

The LOI returns on Friday night following the summer break and Kieran & Gary are here to ease you back into the swing of things by previewing all ten matches taking place across both divisions. The lads also touch on some of the early transfer window activity across the league. Brought to you by our sponsor, QuinnAv.ie

With the LOI summer break underway, Kieran (a Longford Town legend apparently) and Gary chew the fat on the season so far. The lads start the show by discussing the European draws and Shels new signings, can Duffer's men go all the way? Leading LOI pundit and former manager Shane Keegan is our special guest while we've got loads of listeners' tweets to get through this week too. All of this is brought to you by our sponsor, QuinnAv.ie

We're pulling out the big guns this week as decorated former players and current LOI pundits, Gareth McGlynn and Alan Cawley join us to breakdown the season so far, as the summer break fast approaches. Despite a bumper Bank Holiday weekend across the league, Kieran & Gaz still manage to squeeze in some Champions League Final chat as well as their thoughts on Ireland's win against Hungary. Of course, there's the BTS Predictions League and BTS Hotline on yet another fine edition of the show. All of this is brought to you by our proud sponsor, QuinnAv.ie

The LOI's newest managerial name joins us on this week's show as we find out who the new Longford Town FC manager Wayne Groves is and what he's all about. In typical LOI podcast fashion, there were a number of big news stories that broke just after we had published last week's show, so Kieran & Gaz kick proceedings off with a chalkboard segment with discussions on Ian Ryan's Bray exit, Jon Daly's swift return with Dundalk and Wayne Groves appointment at Longford. As ever, we've got the usual fixture reviews from both divisions, the BTS Predictions League, and one of the best questions ever sent to us on the BTS Hotline, it's worth tuning into the pod for that alone. Enjoy. Sponsored by QuinnAv.ie

Following the concession of two goals in injury time at home to Galway on Friday, Drogheda United boss Kevin Doherty joins us for an extended chat on this week's show. The former Shels boss recaps that crazy game on Friday, updates us on Warren Davis's injury, discusses tactics, the competitive nature of the league and why the LOI is being viewed in a totally different light by younger people these days. Kieran & Gary reflect on a turbulent start to life at St.Pat's for Stephen Kenny while Gaz makes a big statement in regards to the title race during the BTS Hotline segment. As ever, there's the BTS LOI Podcast Predictions League as well as unrivaled coverage of the LOI First Division. Nobody does it better than BTS.Sponsored by QuinnAv.ie

The lads are back for a second pod in the space of 2 days due to the stunning return to LOI management of Stephen Kenny at St.Pat'. Meanwhile, on Wednesday afternoon, one of the most bizarre episodes in LOI history (and that's saying something) concluded with Noel King departing Dundalk after just 26 days in charge. Sponsored by QuinnAv.ie. Check out the BTS Members Club for extra LOI content weekly, including a weekly Friday column by podcast host Kieran Burke. Sign up via buymeacoffee.com/btsloi/membership

Treaty United manager Tommy Barrett sits down for a lengthy discussion with the lads with the Limerick native admitting this season has been his most testing in charge of the club. Kieran & Gary talk set-pieces after an error-filled derby between Rovers and Pats which leads to a wider discussion on the standard of the league this season and why we are seeing so many dull games according to the lads. There's lots of Dundalk chat again as the off-field circus at Oriel Park continued to roll this week with Brian Gartland's acrimonious departure, an open fans letter calling for Brian Ainscough to revert his decision to appoint Noel King, and links with Paul Doolin and Ian Baraclough all making the headlines. Will Stephen Kenny take the Pat's job, will Stephen O'Donnell and Bohs be a match made in heaven? There's the usual BTS Predictions League and BTS Hotline segments and the odd Sopranos reference too. Not to be missed, like a plate of Gabagool.

The long wait is finally over, for the first time since September 2023, the lads witnessed Longford Town win a competitive game. However, that surprisingly takes a backseat on this week's pod following a turbulent Bank Holiday weekend which ultimately cost Jon Daly his job at St.Pat's. Kieran & Gaz outline the moving parts that led to Daly's departure and who may replace him at Richmond Park. The lads break down who the big winners and losers were over the BH weekend by creating some LOI power rankings while we've got the usual BTS Predictions League and hotline features for you too. Sponsored by QuinnAv.ie

Given the lad's recent scepticism of stats, we're joined on this week's pod by Cobh Ramblers head of analytics, Jacob Derham. We've also got some explosive audio with Longford Town FC interim boss, Wayne Groves following De Town's latest defeat at home to Wexford on Saturday. We've got all the usual stuff too from Kieran & Gaz including the BTS Predictions League (the listeners are kicking the lads arse) and the BTS Hotline. All of this fine content is brought to you by the brilliant QuinnAV.IE, our proud sponsor.

Kieran is back from Vegas, where he well and truly hit the jackpot (I mean, look at him), and he is making up for lost time as himself and Gary catch up on all the big stories they missed out on last week including, Hendo's Longford exit, Noel King's shock LOI return with Dundalk, Jonathan Hill's FAI exit, the closure of Turners Cross, safety issues at the Brandywell, Damien Duff's comments on Shane Farrell and so much more. Finn Harps chairman Ian Harkin discusses the ongoing floodlight issues at Finn Park while offering some positive news on the new stadium development. We've got the BTS Predictions league and the hotline on a bumper edition of the show. Sponsored by QuinnAv.ie

You've got to feel for the lads (not really). Kieran & Gary are broken men following their trip to Tralee last Friday but they did at least get to witness some LOI history as Kerry FC claimed their first-ever league win at Mounthawk Park. Kerry Head Coach Conor McCarthy is this week's special guest as a result. Away from the misery of Longford Town, Kieran & Gaz attack the rest of the show with their usual vigour as they react to all the latest results and main talking points from across the two divisions, preview this weekend's matches via the BTS Predictions League while your questions are answered on the BTS hotline. All of this is brought to you by our sponsor QuinnAv.ie

After a manic Easter weekend, Kieran & Gary chew the fat (as opposed to the Easter eggs) on all the big talking points from the 20 matches played across both divisions. Derry's "mind-numbingly boring" style of play is discussed as are some "interesting" interviews from Stephen O'Donnell and Ian Ryan. Speaking of "interesting" interviews, Aaron Dobbs drops in to tell the lads how he's rediscovered himself at Wexford after consecutive relegations with Longford and Shels left him considering his future in the game. There's lots of playful (at least we hope it is) Longford bashing in the BTS Hotline as we answer your questions and play another round in the BTS Predictions League. There's a BTS Kebab Review too so get stuck in to this week's show as if it Doner from your favourite chippy. All of our nonsense is sponsored by QuinnAv.ie

It's been a mental week for the lads as you'll hear on the show. As a result, there's lots to cover between the international and domestic football scenes. We've finally got a first BTS kebab review of the season too. What more could you ask for? Sponsored by QuinnAv.ie

Shels keep on trucking, Rovers off the mark, dire Derry, Dundalk's LSC humiliation, woeful defending & goalkeeping in the First Division, we've got it all covered on this week's show. Dylan Hand tells us how he was announced as signed by both Athlone & Longford ahead of the two sides meeting in the Midlands derby this weekend. As ever, we've got our much loved predictions league and the BTS Hotline on this week's show which as ever is brought to you by our sponsor QuinnAv.ie.

One of the LOI's newest managers joins us on this week's show as Cobh Ramblers boss Gary Hunt reflects on his first win as a permanent gaffer at Finn Park last Friday. The former Waterford FC coach also looks back on his time at the RSC and gives us an insight into life as a rookie LOI manager. Sadly, there has been a managerial departure elsewhere as the lads discuss Declan Devine's Bohs exit and reports linking Stephen Kenny with the now vacant post. Also on this week's pod, Kieran & Gaz outline why Shels are a bigger title threat than St.Pat's, why Stephen O'Donnell must drop the high line if he's to survive a similar fate to Devine, and why a rethink may be required on their Sligo Rovers coverage after a good start to the season by the Bit O'Red and a love letter from a listener. Sponsored by QuinnAv.ie

What a mental 72 hours that was in the LOI as Friday's fixtures were decimated by the Dublin snow while Sligo Rovers demolition of Dundalk was one of THE headlines from Monday's matches. We cover it all on this week's podcast! FAI Cup-winning captain with Dundalk, John Flanagan joins us to give his viewpoint on the Lilywhites dreadful start to the campaign and calls for Stephen O'Donnell to be sacked. Also, hear why Gary Reilly won't be washing John Russell's feet. Another weird and wonderful edition of the pod sponsored by QuinnAv.ie

This week's pod comes super-sized as Kieran and Gary tackle a range of off-the-field issues, including the serious flares incident at Richmond Park, while the lads also do some deep diving on last week's nine matches across BOTH divisions. Treaty United striker Enda Curran is our special guest while a steroid-enhanced spider also makes an appearance. Sponsored by QuinnAv.ie

What a start to the new League of Ireland season it was! Unpredictable results, lots of goals, red cards and our first Damien Duff viral video of the new campaign, this truly is the #GreatestLeagueInTheWorld! Cork City FC star Jack Doherty joins us on S8EP2 to discuss his dream debut for the Rebel Army, his return to full-time football, coping with the pressure of playing for such a demanding fanbase and more. Kieran & Gaz react to all the first round drama and look ahead to week 2 while they round the show off with some of your questions and a discussion on the long running search for a new Ireland boss. Sponsored by QuinnAv.ie

Love is in the air, and we aren't talking about Valentine's day either, the League of Ireland is back and so is Between the Stripes LOI podcast for an eighth season! Dane Massey joins us to discuss his recent retirement, the glory days at Dundalk, wrapping up at Bray and he also previews both divisions for 2024. Kieran & Gary preview all ten games in both divisions in our all new predictions league while there's lots of interesting chat and big shouts for the year ahead. Sponsored by QuinnAv.ie

Ho Ho Ho! It's the Between the Stripes LOI podcast Christmas Special as Kieran & Gary reflect on the year that was, examine the transfer presents left under the tree so far around the league, and give their thoughts on how 2024 may play out. Joining in the festivities are the recently retired Hughie Douglas and the youngest Head Coach in LOI history, Conor McCarthy of Kerry FC. Sponsored by QuinnAv.ie - Merry Christmas to you all!

It's our final pod of the season as Kieran & Gary reflect on Sunday's historic FAI Cup final between Bohemians and St.Pat's while former goalkeeper at both of those clubs Barry Murphy joins us to review the final and the LOI season as a whole. Blues midfielder Dean McMenamy chats with us following Waterford's promotion too. The lads also name their Premier & First Division teams of the year, take your questions one last time this season and touch on all the hot topics from the final week of the campaign. To all of you who have tuned in throughout the year, we thank you and hope to see you tuning in again weekly in 2024. Sponsored by QuinnAv.ie

It's Cup Final week and we've got a foot in both camps as we hear from St.Pat's midfielder Jamie Lennon and Bohs number two Gary Cronin. And yes, while he won the cup with Bohemians in 2008, Mark Rossiter is also on hand to give us a fairly impartial view on the cup final and wider LOI matters including the developing off-field soap opera that one of Mark's other former clubs....Dundalk FC. Kieran & Gaz also discuss the promotion/relegation game between Cork City and Waterford as well as what was a dramatic final day of the Premier Division season with Shels grabbing fourth spot but will Damien Duff still be at Tolka Park next season? If you only listen to one podcast all season it's got to be this one - Brought to you by our sponsor QuinnAV.IE

This week's show features more fireworks than your local Halloween festival and more gates than a farmers yard. Kieran & Gary talk to James Rogers following Stephen O'Donnell's explosive post-match interview on Friday night while James also addresses a number of rumours regarding the club including Pat Hoban's future. Shamrock Rovers 4IAR is discussed as is "guard of honour gate." The race for the final European spot and the play-offs are also covered on another all-action show. Sponsored by QuinnAv.ie

Kieran & Gary are back from supporting the Boys in Green over in Portugal and they've another excellent show lined up as Kerry FC CEO Brian Ainscough delivers listeners an exclusive on the clubs set up for next season. This week's show starts with a review of Tuesday night's First Division play-offs while the lads, as ever, have all the top-flight action covered too with Friday night's potential title decider in Inchicore among the games previewed in our much-loved predictions league. Take a listen for yourself and find out what we are all about!

We've got a very special edition of the show for listeners this week as Kieran chats with a couple of Women who have made history in their respective roles within the league. Joanna Byrne is the league's first & only female chairperson and speaks to us about the proposed takeover of Drogheda United by the owners of Walsall while former Irish international Ciara McCormack has been named as the first-ever female co-owner & CEO at a LOI club, following a successful Canadian-based takeover of Treaty United.Sponsored by QuinnAv.ie

Gary is back from his football holiday in Germany and gives us the low down on pints, currywurst, and kebabs. While he's been away, Kieran has been getting wound up over cup final ticketing arrangments, refereeing performances, and of course, the FAI. Sponsored by QuinnAv.ie