BEYOND THE GAME

What does it take to perform under pressure - live, unscripted, for decades? In this episode of Beyond The Game, we sit down with legendary Irish sports broadcaster Ger Canning - a voice synonymous with some of the most iconic moments in Irish sport. Across four decades behind the microphone, Ger has commentated on All-Ireland finals, Olympic Games, World Cups and historic sporting milestones. But...

Does talent really drive success - or is culture the real differentiator? In this episode of Beyond The Game, we’re joined by Bernard Jackman, former professional rugby player, Heineken Cup winner, elite coach, and now a highly respected leadership and high-performance consultant working across Irish and international organisations. Bernard draws on his experience operating at the highest levels o...

What does it take to stay at the top of professional rugby for over a decade? In this episode of Beyond The Game, we sit down with James Cronin - former Munster, Biarritz, and Leicester Tigers prop - whose career is defined by consistency, resilience, and an unbreakable determination to succeed. Having made over 150 appearances for his boyhood club Munster, James went on to test himself in France...

TJ Dillashaw: Resilience, Reinvention & Running a Business What does it take to rebuild yourself after hitting rock bottom? In this powerful first episode of Beyond The Game Season 2, two-time UFC Bantamweight Champion TJ Dillashaw opens up about the highs of world titles, the lows of public scrutiny, and the mindset required to come back stronger than ever. Known for his relentless work ethic...

What happens when the game you’ve built your life around suddenly stops? In the final episode of Season 1 of Beyond The Game, our very own Jonny Holland steps into the guest seat to share his remarkable journey - one marked by resilience, reinvention, and a relentless pursuit of growth. From the heartbreak of a career-ending injury to building a new path as a leading performance nutritionist and c...

What does it take to leave behind everything familiar and start again on the other side of the world - professionally, personally, and mentally? In this episode of Beyond The Game, Ciarán Sheehan shares his remarkable journey from All Ireland winning Cork GAA star to professional AFL player with Carlton Football Club in Melbourne. Ciarán reflects on his early love for sport, the joy of playing mul...

How do you transition from the intense world of high-performance sport to leading a business, raising a family, and building a new identity? In this episode of Beyond The Game, Derval O'Rourke - World Champion hurdler, three-time Olympian, successful entrepreneur, and proud mum of two - shares her honest journey of moving beyond elite athletics. Derval opens up about the challenging transition awa...

What does it take to carry the weight of a family legacy, help your county to All-Ireland glory, and stay driven through over a decade of elite-level sport? In this episode of Beyond The Game, All-Ireland winner and Cork football legend Paul Kerrigan opens up about the mindset that drove his success, the pressure and pride of living up to his name, and the role of reflective practice and psycholog...

What does it take to transition from a successful business career to owning one of Ireland’s most passionate football clubs? In this episode of Beyond The Game, Dermot Usher shares the lessons he’s learned applying business principles to sport, the resilience required to bounce back from setbacks, and the deep belief that football clubs can be a powerful force for connection and community. From na...

What does it take to balance elite sport, a full-time career, and breaking barriers in STEM—all while competing at the highest level? In this episode of Beyond The Game, Phil Healy gives a rare insight into the discipline, mindset, and time management strategies that have helped her become a European champion, two-time Olympian, and leading advocate for women in STEM. From navigating motivation ov...

What does it take to sustain elite performance for almost two decades? In this episode of Beyond The Game, Patrick Horgan gives a rare insight into the mental toughness, discipline, and obsession with improvement that have made him one of hurling’s all-time greats. From the heartbreak of All-Ireland final defeats to the relentless drive to keep coming back stronger, Hoggie shares how he stays moti...

In this exclusive and unfiltered episode of Beyond The Game, Simon Zebo opens up like never before. From the pressures of elite sport to the hidden struggles behind his signature smile, he shares how family support, resilience, and mindset shifts helped him navigate career transitions, missed selections, and injuries. Now, stepping into entrepreneurship with Black Emerald Irish Whiskey, Zebo revea...