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Hurling: How Dublin left Limerick shell-shocked, the All Ireland semi finals are set | John Mullane
Michael Verney is joined by John Mullane on this week’s hurling edition of the Indo GAA podcast, where the semi finals are now set. The pair discuss how Niall Ó Ceallacháin’s Dublin overcame Limerick and where John Kiely and his men go from here. They also chat about the price of tickets heading into the latter end of the championship, and why Michael might owe Kilkenny an apology. Our GAA Podcast coverage is with thanks to AIB. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Football weekend: McGuinness' venue complaints | Kerry stunned | Dublin get on top of kick-outs
Colm Keys and Philly McMahon join Conan and Joe in studio to review the major talking points from the Gaelic football weekend, starting with Jim McGuinness’ comments after Donegal’s win over Mayo regarding the game’s venue. The panel also reflect on Dublin’s tactical evolution, Meath beating Kerry by nine points and what Shane Walsh brings to Galway Our GAA Podcast coverage is with thanks to AIB See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hurling: He slept in a bath before an All-Ireland semi-final? | Pressure is on Tipp | John Mullane & Eddie Brennan
The three amigos of Verney, Eddie and Mullane are back together for this week’s hurling hit, starting with reaction to the Waterford team bus never arriving to collect the young Déise hurlers for their trip to Wexford. There’s also memories of the things that happen in the lead-up to games, including sleeping in baths. As for the championship, the lads talk about how the championship is lining up, and ask if the preliminary quarter-finals are fit for purpose. Our GAA Podcast coverage is with thanks to AIB We’d love to get your thoughts on your overall listening experience, it only takes a minute, and your feedback helps us keep improving what we do. Plus, when you take part, you’ll be in with a chance to win a €500 One4All Voucher Just head to mypodcastfeedback.com and enter GAA See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Football: Nice guys (Mayo) finish last, Donegal’s siege mentality, Kerry's Royal defeat | Pat Spillane & Dick Clerkin
Michael Verney is joined by Pat Spillane and Dick Clerkin to review an exhilarating weekend of gaelic football, as the group stages concluded. The lads discuss Mayo’s crash out of the All Ireland series, how Jim McGuinness has implemented a siege mentality within Donegal and the ‘shadow boxing’ game that was between Armagh and Galway. Elsewhere they examine Dublin’s lack of goals and two point scores, how Derry might consider themselves unlucky and Kerry’s collapse versus Meath. Our GAA Podcast coverage is with thanks to AIB We’d love to get your thoughts on your overall listening experience, it only takes a minute, and your feedback helps us keep improving what we do. Plus, when you take part, you’ll be in with a chance to win a €500 One4All Voucher Just head to mypodcastfeedback.com and enter GAA See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Stephen Bennett interview | Crippling pain and finding it hard to say ‘I’ll stop’
Waterford hurler Stephen Bennett joins Joe for a wide-ranging interview, where Bennett took us inside his mindset as he battles injury to stay on the field for the Déise. Bennett also breaks down why Waterford weren't good enough to get out of Munster, and what the team must do to improve. Our GAA Podcast coverage is with thanks to AIBSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Tomás Ó Sé | Galway's need to spark | Dublin's wides are fixable
Jeopardy is the name of this weekend’s football action as the final stage of the All-Ireland round-robin takes place. Dublin/Derry inconsistencies, Armagh’s mindset, Galway’s unfulfilled talent and Donegal’s need to gain momentum are all on the chopping block with Tomás Ó Sé Plus - where is the sweet spot with All-Ireland final dates and free-to-air games? Our GAA Podcast coverage is with thanks to AIBSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Cork get the trophy, Limerick get the fuel | Kilkenny’s depth problem | John Mullane & Michael Verney
John Mullane and Michael Verney join Joe for a review of a hurling weekend that saw Cork bring the intensity to their Munster final win over Limerick - but there’s fear that their celebrations can bite back should the two sides meet again this season. Elsewhere, Galway disappointed and Kilkenny aren’t road tested - is Leinster the right preparation for the Cats to take on the All-Ireland? Plus - Fairytale of Newbridge: Kildare now in its hurling era Our GAA Podcast coverage is with thanks to AIBSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Football: Micko, jerseys and foreign trips | Galway should be mad to tear into Armagh | Pat Spillane & Dick Clerkin
Pat Spillane and Dick Clerkin join Michael this week, and before we preview the last week of the All-Ireland group stages, Dick’s old jerseys sends us down memory lane - Pat especially with all the ways Mick O’Dwyer used to raise funds for the Kerry team holidays. On the field, Dessie Farrell and Padraic Joyce are under serious pressure as the group stages will claim their victims from this year’s championship. Our GAA Podcast coverage is with thanks to AIB We’d love to get your thoughts on your overall listening experience, it only takes a minute, and your feedback helps us keep improving what we do. Plus, when you take part, you’ll be in with a chance to win a €500 One4All Voucher Just head to mypodcastfeedback.com and enter GAA See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hurling: A great final - not sure about penalties | Will Leinster weakness hurt Kilkenny? | Eddie Brennan
Eddie Brennan dials in from Italy to review a monster weekend of hurling final action - where he and Michael ask if penalties is the right way to decide a provincial final? The lads also break down whether Limerick or Cork will be more dangerous, Kilkenny’s level of hunger after not being road tested in Leinster, and why Kildare can stay in Leinster next season. Tune in tomorrow for football with Pat Spillane and Dick Clerkin Our GAA Podcast coverage is with thanks to AIB We’d love to get your thoughts on your overall listening experience, it only takes a minute, and your feedback helps us keep improving what we do. Plus, when you take part, you’ll be in with a chance to win a €500 One4All Voucher Just head to mypodcastfeedback.com and enter GAA See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Mullane's red card regret & the firestorm of '98 | Munster final magic with John Mullane & Jamesie O'Connor
Joe is joined by John Mullane and Jamesie O'Connor to relive their experiences across 15 combined Munster finals. Both John and Jamesie experienced the joy of ending their county's long wait for provincial glory and they explain the emotion and celebrations behind those wins. John's red card in the 2004 Munster final - and his post-match interview - as well as the controversy of the 1998 decider between Clare and Waterford are all up for discussion. The lads finish off by giving their verdict on this Saturday's Munster final between Limerick and Cork. Our GAA coverage on the Indo Sport podcast is brought to you by AIB.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dublin slump, Mayo rise and are Kerry undercooked? | Pat Spillane & Philly McMahon
Will is joined by Philly McMahon in studio and Pat Spillane calling from the Kingdom for this review of the Gaelic football weekend. Dublin’s leadership problem, Armagh’s adaptability and Mayo’s emotional response are all on the chopping block. The team also debate whether Kerry will come into the business end of the season undercooked. Our GAA Podcast coverage is with thanks to AIB Subscribe to our YouTube channel @IndoSportPodcast See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

London calling, Kiely’s final record, ‘Group of Death’ blown wide open? | John Mullane, Neil Rogers & Dick Clerkin
Fresh off the back of Christy Ring Cup glory, London boss Neil Rogers dials in with Indo GAA host Michael Verney and Waterford legend John Mullane, to discuss the celebrations that ensued after their win in Croke Park and the logistics that surround managing an intercounty GAA team overseas. (14:02) The lads also break down the latest matches, and look forward to the Munster final where Cork will hope to right some wrongs against Limerick. (37:57) Finally, Monaghan man Dick Clerkin checks in to provide an update on the state of play of the football championship, including a closer look at ‘the group of death’, the consistency of Donegal under Jim McGuinness and where Dublin went wrong against Armagh. Our GAA Podcast coverage is with thanks to AIB. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Brian Dowling interview | Kildare hurlers are ‘a great story … we want it to continue’
In this extra episode, Michael caught up with Kildare hurling manager Brian Dowling ahead of the Lilywhite county’s Joe McDonagh Cup final clash with Laois this weekend. Brian breaks down the fresh hope in the county after a strong Joe McDonagh Cup campaign, what made him take the job initially and how far the team could go. Our GAA Podcast coverage is with thanks to AIB See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Dublin v Armagh panel | 2002 nostalgia, Brogan vs McNulty & Cosgrove's red-hot summer
We are on a Dublin vs Armagh nostalgia tour today as Conan Doherty is joined by Alan Brogan, Ray Cosgrove and Enda McNulty to chat through their memorable clash in 2002 ahead of this Sunday's game in Croke Park. Alan reflects on being marked by Enda in that All-Ireland semi-final, Ray remembers his red-hot goal-scoring summer and the panel discuss the fiery rematch the following year that saw Stephen Cluxton sent off. Before the all-star panel, Ronan and Will join Conan to reminisce about '02 championship summer - when football was football! Our GAA coverage on the Indo Sport podcast is brought to you by AIB.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Dessie Farrell debate | What's going on in Mayo? | Wide open All-Ireland | Tomás Ó Sé & Colm Keys
Joe is joined by Tomás Ó Sé and Colm Keys to look ahead to a massive weekend of football action with Dublin vs Armagh at its centrepiece. Both Tomás and Colm think Kieran McGeeney's side will leave Croke Park with a win while the panel debate Dessie Farrell's reign as Dublin manager. Mayo's problems - on and off the field - and Tyrone's potential are up for discussion too. GAA on the Indo Sport podcast is brought to you by AIB.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Tyrone upsets Jim McGuinness’ plan | Leinster final: Time for Galway to peak | Pat Spillane, Dick Clerkin & Eddie Brennan
Pat Spillane and Dick Clerkin join Michael Verney to run the rule over another round of All-Ireland series action, where Donegal’s shooting let them down against Tyrone as Monaghan defeated the Leinster champions. The lads also wish Kevin McStay well after he has stepped aside from Mayo management. Meanwhile, Eddie Brennan is on hand after the end of the hurling round-robin, where Davy Fitzgerald’s future, Joe McDonagh drama and Clare’s last hurrah (for this year anyway) are on the chopping block. 00:00 - 40:40 Football 40:40 - 1:26:22 Hurling Our GAA Podcast coverage is with thanks to AIB We’d love to get your thoughts on your overall listening experience, it only takes a minute, and your feedback helps us keep improving what we do. Plus, when you take part, you’ll be in with a chance to win a €500 One4All Voucher Just head to mypodcastfeedback.com and enter GAA See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Tomás Ó Sé | Dublin strike back, the Shane Walsh conundrum, Kerry's stock, Mayo malaise 🏐
Serial All-Ireland winner Tomás Ó'Sé makes his Indo Sport podcast debut as he reviews Dublin's statement win in Salthill, and where the result leaves beaten All-Ireland finalists Galway. We also get a heat check on Kerry 2025, and delve into which teams have adapted best to the new rules. Tomás also lays out why the ferocity of the Ulster teams has set them apart to date, and why we may need to recalibrate our expectations of Mayo. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Limerick's point to prove, Cork coldcocked, Davy Fitz ref row | Eddie Brennan & Michael Verney
Eddie Brennan (eventually) and Michael Verney join Joe after a weekend of hurling where Limerick set down a marker, Kilkenny showed spark, and Tipperary stayed confident. The team also break down Davy Fitzgerald’s comments that some referees ‘actually despise’ him, claiming that his teams are at a disadvantage. Our GAA Podcast coverage is with thanks to AIB Subscribe to our YouTube channel @IndoSportPodcast See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dublin’s win – sure it was only one game | Faith in Liam Cahill is paying off | Pat Spillane, Dick Clerkin & John Mullane
Pat Spillane and Dick Clerkin join Michael Verney to run the rule over the All-Ireland series’ first weekend of games, where the Dubs are back (for this week anyway) as Galway look to bounce back. Meanwhile, Mayo’s management delegation is a big issues - as is the squeezing of all the good action. Meanwhile, John Mullane is in fine form, as are Tipperary who have built thanks to their faith in Liam Cahill. Mullane prepares us for a crucial Cork/Waterford clash with memories of his own battles - including the famous day where he proclaimed: ‘I loves me county’. 00:00 - 42:20 Football 42:20 - 1:28:28 Hurling Our GAA Podcast coverage is with thanks to AIB See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Limerick-Cork collision course, Clare teetering on the brink | John Mullane
Waterford legend John Mullane is on hand to assess the state of play in the Munster Championship, as All-Ireland favourites Cork & Limerick get set to renew hostilities this weekend. John & Will also evaluate the potential premature end of Clare's Liam MacCarthy defence, and whether or not Kilkenny's run in Leinster can prime them for success later in the summer. If you'd like to get in touch with the show, email us at [email protected] ✉️ You can subscribe to our dedicated Indo Sport YouTube page here: https://www.youtube.com/@IndoSportPodcast 📹See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Michael Murphy magic, Louth's revenge, melee madness | Philly McMahon & Pat Spillane 🏐
Joe is joined by Pat Spillane and Philly McMahon to look back on a thrilling weekend of provincial final action in Ulster and Leinster. The panel start off by delving into Donegal's dramatic win over Armagh in Clones before breaking down Louth's special day in Croke Park as they got revenge over Meath in the Leinster final. Before Pat and Philly, Conan and Ronan join Joe in studio to give their thoughts on how the new rules are improving Gaelic football. Our GAA coverage on the Indo Sport podcast is brought to you by AIBSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Are Tipp back? | McGuinness has eyes on more than Ulster | Eddie Brennan & Dick Clerkin
Just like the weather, the provincial championships are heating up, and Michael Verney is on hand to run you through all the latest on today’s Indo GAA podcast. Eddie Brennan kicks things off by stressing the importance of hurling IQ, and exemplifies how Tipperary, led by John McGrath, have it in spades. The pair also discuss how reigning All Ireland champions Clare are on the brink of being knocked out, the brilliance of Galway’s Cathal Mannion, and the compact nature of the championship structure. Later, Dick Clerkin recaps the bucket list sporting item that is the Ulster final in Clones, the potential return of Rian O'Neill to Armagh and how Louth’s Leinster final experience eventually paid dividends against Meath. Our GAA podcast coverage is thanks to AIB. Subscribe to our YouTube channel @IndoSportPodcast. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

McGuinness v McGeeney mystique, Louth-Meath grudge match, Camogie ultimatum
With packed out crowds set to flock to this weekend's Ulster & Leinster football finals, Colm Keys & Martin Breheny join Joe to look ahead to how events may unfold in Clones & Croke Park. Firstly, with news that the Camogie Association is set to call a Special Congress later this month to give players the option of wearing shorts on matchdays, former Cork & Dubin star Sarah O'Donovan gives her assessment of the ongoing skorts controversy, and to warn why any prospective administrative change may not be the foregone conclusion some might think.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Limerick find their fear factor | Mayo/Leinster comparisons are unfair on Mayo | John Mullane, Pat Spillane & Dick Clerkin
John Mullane joins Michael Verney after a quieter hurling championship weekend, but one that saw Waterford tamed by a Limerick team who look like they are finding their fear factor again. Mullane also gives his idea for a championship re-shake, and the team break down the controversy around skorts in camogie. In football, Pat Spillane and Dick Clerkin are on hand with plenty to talk about, from Galway.s growing strength to Mayo’s inability to see out games, and lots more besides - including handball memories, Kerry’s growing accuracy and the marketing own-goal in July finals. Our GAA Podcast coverage is with thanks to AIB See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Philly McMahon in studio | Dublin's big problem, Donegal's weak spot and rise of 'old school' kickouts
Joe is joined in studio by Philly McMahon to break down Dublin's shock loss to Meath and assess the football championship ahead of the provincial finals. Philly pinpoints the defensive problems that contributed to Dublin's downfall, assesses Donegal's All-Ireland credentials and then debates with Joe about whether the new kickout rules are good for the game. Our GAA coverage on the Indo Sport podcast is brought to you by AIB.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Eamonn Sweeney interview | A crippling travel phobia, a GAA summer and what happened next
Joe is joined in studio by Sunday Independent sports columnist Eamonn Sweeney to discuss his new book, The Last Ditch, and how it helped him overcome a crippling travel phobia. Eamonn explains how a terrible panic attack in the summer of 2000 grew into a condition that left him increasingly unable to venture far from his home in Skibbereen. The opportunity to write a book chronicling the championship summer of 2024 prompted him to get back on the road and he outlines how he was able to overcome his fearsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The GAA weekend | Meath dethrone Dubs, Kieran McGeeney's dissent, Tipp's harsh red?
Joe is joined by Conor McKeon, Donnchadh Boyle and Michael Verney to cover a busy championship weekend that saw Dublin finally lose in Leinster and the Cork hurlers restate their All-Ireland credentials. Joe, Conor and Donnchadh react to Meath's famous win in Portlaoise, the crackdown on dissent in football and Armagh's impressive win over Tyrone. Michael then swaps in for Donnchadh for the hurling as the panel discuss the merit of Tipperary's red card against Cork and Waterford's win over Clare in Munster. Our GAA coverage on the Indo Sport podcast is in association with AIB.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Are Armagh taken seriously? | Dubs are ‘average’ | Clare go from lively to leggy | Pat Spillane, Dick Clerkin & Eddie Brennan
Pat Spillane and Dick Clerkin join Conan Doherty after a weekend where Ulster threw up the game of the weekend between Armagh and Tyrone - which leaves us asking if Armagh are getting the respect they deserve? As for the result of the weekend, Dublin’s loss outside the M50 leaves questions over whether they can challenge for the All-Ireland. Meanwhile, Eddie Brennan is on hand to break down the flashpoints of the hurling weekend, including the red card incident in the Pairc, and the energy deficit between Clare’s comeback Ennis and their slow Walsh Park showing. Our GAA Podcast coverage is with thanks to AIB See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Clare-Cork classic, Limerick battle Mother Nature, Galway's ailing conveyor belt | Eddie Brennan & Colm Keys
Eight-time All-Ireland winner Eddie Brennan & Indo Sport's GAA Correspondent Colm Keys are on hand to recap the weekend's hurling, as the Munster Championship again showcased it's propensity to somehow both overpromise and overdeliver. The lads also delve into what ails Galway, as Kilkenny continue to cement their status as top cats in Leinster. If you'd like to get in touch with the show, email us at [email protected]. You can subscribe to our dedicated Indo Sport YouTube page here: https://www.youtube.com/@IndoSportPodcast.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dark arts are back in Munster - the crème de la crème | John Mullane
John Mullane joins Michael Verney after a weekend that saw Munster deliver just about everything … apart from any winners. The lads break down Cork’s second-half collapse, Clare’s physicality … and why it’s always good to see a ‘bitta needle’. Our GAA Podcast coverage is with thanks to AIB See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Joe O’Connor to the rescue for Kerry | Memories of 'haymakers' | Pat Spillane & Dick Clerkin
Pat Spillane and Dick Clerkin join Michael Verney to review a weekend of football where Cork almost defeated Kerry … until Joe O’Connor came to the rescue. Meanwhile, what Monaghan’s second half against Donegal teaches us, Roscommon leaves a lot to be desired … and memories of haymakers on the field. Our GAA Podcast coverage is with thanks to AIB See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hurling Preview | Part 2 | Where are Clare, weak Leinster, trouble for Davy?
In part 2 of our bumper hurling championship preview, Joe is joined in Langton's Hotel in Kilkenny by Michael Verney, John Mullane and Eddie Brennan to discuss Clare's All-Ireland credentials, the standard in Leinster and their favourite hurlers. Our GAA coverage on the Indo Sport podcast is brought to you by AIB.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Hurling Show goes to Kilkenny! — The Cork/Limerick rivalry & state of modern hurling
Joe made the journey to Langton's Hotel in Kilkenny to record our bumper hurling championship preview with Michael Verney, John Mullane & Eddie Brennan. In part one the lads discussed the Cork/Limerick rivalry, the state of modern hurling and the best post-training meals. Look out for part two will be in your feeds tomorrow. Our GAA coverage on the Indo Sport podcast is brought to you by AIB.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dublin's flat attitude | High rocks and other fads | Pat Spillane & Dick Clerkin
Michael Verney is joined by Pat Spillane and Dick Clerkin for a preview of one of football's most exciting weekends, where Monaghan will bring their underdog status into their match-up with Donegal as Kerry prepare to face Cork. But the real high risk is on the high rocks ... and all the other sporting fads. Our GAA Podcast coverage is with thanks to AIBSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Rory Gallagher initiates legal proceedings against GAA & Jarlath Burns — explainer
As exclusively revealed by the Irish Independent, Rory Gallagher has commenced legal proceedings against the GAA and its president Jarlath Burns. This follows Burns' intervention in the former Derry football manager's appointment as a coach to the Naas senior football team earlier this year. Gallagher is suing the Association for malicious falsehood and breach of contract, and proceedings have been served on the GAA's solicitors by Gallagher's own legal representatives. Our GAA correspondent Colm Keys, who covered this story alongside Irish Independent colleague Shane Phelan, joins Joe to talk us through the developments. GAA podcast coverage on Indo Sport is in association with AIB 🏐 See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Cork have speed, skill, strength | Donegal’s goal problem | John Mullane, Pat Spillane & Dick Clerkin
Michael Verney is joined by John Mullane after a hurling league final weekend that saw joy on the banks of the Lee, where Cork continue to build momentum. Meanwhile Pat Spillane and Dick Clerkin react to the first weekend of the football championship, where Donegal’s goal shyness raises some early concern, as Pat defends the talents of Aidan O’Shea. Our GAA Podcast coverage is with thanks to AIBSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Mick O'Dwyer remembered — Pat Spillane & Martin Breheny pay tribute to a GAA giant
Kerry legend Pat Spillane shares his poignant memories of Mick O'Dwyer, the totemic Gaelic football manager and player, who passed away at the age of 88. Martin Breheny, who penned Micko's autobiography 'Blessed & Obsessed', also joins Joe in studio to delve into the life & times of an Irish sporting titan. If you'd like to get in touch with the show, email us at [email protected]. You can subscribe to our dedicated Indo Sport YouTube page here: https://www.youtube.com/@IndoSportPodcast. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Pat Spillane & Philly McMahon — All-Ireland Football Championship Preview 🏐
With a shared 16 Celtic Crosses between them, serial All-Ireland winners Pat Spillane and Philly McMahon join Joe to preview the 2025 Senior Football Championship. The lads delve into which team is likely to best acclimate to the new rules, and why they don't necessarily agree on whether all of the FRC 'enhancements' will be a force for good. Also on the agenda are the elements which Donegal need to add to their arsenal, how Paudie Clifford makes Kerry tick, why Dublin are not in transition just yet, is there a dark horse for Sam Maguire, and plenty more besides. Our GAA coverage on the Indo Sport podcast is with thanks to AIB 🏐 If you'd like to get in touch with the show, email us at [email protected] ✉️ You can subscribe to our dedicated Indo Sport YouTube page here: https://www.youtube.com/@IndoSportPodcast 📹See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Championship begins - time for Derry to go all-in | Final the start of Tipperary’s gauntlet | Dick Clerkin & John Mullane
The football championship kicks off this weekend, and Dick Clerkin is on hand to deliver his predictions to Michael Verney. The balance of power between the Cliffords, whether Derry can unseat Donegal and who can stick out as All-Ireland favourites are all on the menu. Meanwhile, John Mullane is on hand to preview this weekend’s hurling finals, where Offaly have a chance at glory against Waterford (in an Indo GAA derby) and Tipperary start their hard road. Our GAA podcast coverage is thanks to AIB. Subscribe to our YouTube channel @IndoSportPodcast See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Donegal’s targets, Dublin’s re-build, Armagh’s pace — what the league has taught us about the race for Sam 🏐
Conor McKeon is joined by fellow Irish Independent GAA scribes Colm Keys and Donnchadh Boyle to run the rule over the league campaign, where we learned a lot about the seven teams who are still firmly in the All-Ireland race as the competition at the top is tightening. Also on the menu is Mickey Harte’s impact in Offaly, and the gap between the quality seen across the divisions. You can subscribe to our dedicated Indo Sport YouTube page here: https://www.youtube.com/@IndoSportPodcast 📹 See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Cork’s appetite and Tipp’s strength | The craic of the ash in training camps | John Mullane & Eddie Brennan
Michael Verney, John Mullane and Eddie Brennan have the band back together for this week’s Indo GAA hurling review. First, Fermanagh manager Joe Baldwin joins the show to update us on the situation facing his side, who as of Tuesday morning still had not received details of their league final which is set to take place this weekend. The three amigos then break down Cork’s appetite for silverware, reminisce on memories of warm weather camps, and ask if a version of VAR can help hurling?See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Does anyone want to play in the league final?! | Dublin's new era | Philly McMahon in studio 🏐
Eight-time All-Ireland champion Philly McMahon joins Will to assess the state of play in the National Football League, as the FRC's new rules continue to take effect, and the top sides jostle for position to make [and avoid] the Division 1 final If you'd like to get in touch with the show, email us at [email protected] ✉️ You can subscribe to our dedicated Indo Sport YouTube page here: https://www.youtube.com/@IndoSportPodcast 📹 See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Stephen Cluxton back in vogue | Only fools write off Kilkenny | Dick Clerkin & John Mullane
Michael Verney is back from Cheltenham (as is Dick Clerkin) to break down the final football weekend of the league season, with jeopardy for table-toppers and in Divisions 2 and 3. Meanwhile, John Mullane joins to analyse Kilkenny's resilience, and remind us how lucky we are to have TG4. (00:00) Football (44:00) HurlingSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Eight reds dished out | Tipperary are purring as Cork send a message — Hurling w/ Eddie Brennan & Colm Keys
Eddie Brennan and Colm Keys join Conán Doherty for the Kilkenny post-mortem and a look at EIGHT red cards from three games this weekend. Cork steamroll Clare in their backyard, but 1998 should be a warning. And Down barge their way back into Division 1 hurling.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Cranky Gaelic football managers | Hurling's big two | Football's wind factor
Joe is joined by Colm Keys, Donnchadh Boyle and Conor McKeon to discuss all the latest talking points in the football and hurling leagues. The lads start with hurling, where a consensus has emerged that Cork and Limerick are the two All-Ireland favourites ahead of the 2025 championship. The chat then turns to football, where a number of cranky Gaelic football managers have voiced concerns about the new rules, while the panel also discusses how big a bearing the wind is having on matches and who is looking good at this time of yearSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The inside track on what rules could change | Pat Ryan’s ‘remarkable’ job in Cork | John Mullane & Dick Clerkin
Michael Verney has his pancakes on the desk as John Mullane and Dick Clerkin join for a review of another weekend of league action. Mullane breaks down Clare’s successful mission to upset Limerick in the Gaelic Ground before he explains why his belief is growing in Cork. Meanwhile Dick has his ear to the ground on what Jim Gavin’s FRC could end up tweaking as the rules stay under the microscope. Plus: Verney and Clerkin’s Division 1 predictions.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The GAA's demographic problem | The end of GAAGO | Another new football format
Joe is joined by Colm Keys to discuss all the talking points after GAA Congress last weekend. A new football championship structure is coming in 2026, GAAGO has been replaced by GAA+ while a potentially 'catastrophic' demographic problem is brewing for the association.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Lee Chin smoother than ever | David Clifford's superstar showing | Eddie Brennan & Pat Spillane
Michael Verney is joined by former Kilkenny hurler Eddie Brennan after a weekend that saw Lee Chin star and Donegal surprise, while Davy Fitzgerald's comments also caught the eye. Then, Pat Spillane joins Michael to break down David Clifford's return to form after a break, and give his view on the football championship's latest structure change.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Philly McMahon on Kerry's collapse | Dublin's new generation | Michael Murphy's return 🏐
Joe is joined by eight-time All-Ireland champion Philly McMahon to take stock after the opening three rounds of the National Football League. Philly weighs in on the new rules before reacting to Michael Murphy's eye-catching return for Donegal in the win over Armagh. How Dublin are shaping up after losing so many key players and Kerry's second-half collapse in Tralee are up for discussion too.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

‘The dark arts have re-emerged’ | Stop this goalkeeper madness now | Pat Spillane and Dick Clerkin
Nine-time All-Star and Sunday World contributor Pat Spillane joins Irish Independent columnist Dick Clerkin and Michael Verney after a football week that saw mother nature play its part as Dublin defeated Kerry in the league. But the rules are to the fore as the lads break down their problem with the 12v11 situations created by the new role of the goalkeeper. Plus - Michael Murphy looks lean as he makes his Donegal return.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.