Colbert Has Company Podcast

This week on Colbert Has Company, we’re joined by Hamish Adams, CEO of Athletics Ireland and a leading voice in Irish sport. Since taking the helm, Hamish has played a key role in shaping the vision and direction of athletics nationwide from grassroots development to international performance. In this conversation, he offers an inside look at what it takes to build a thriving sporting culture, the...

On this episode of Colbert Has Company, we’re joined by Olympian Mark Kenneally, a long-distance runner whose career embodies endurance, discipline and quiet determination. Representing Ireland at the London 2012 Olympic Games, Mark has long been a respected figure in Irish athletics not only for his achievements on the road and track, but for his thoughtful approach to sport and performance. In t...

This week on Colbert Has Company, we’re delighted to welcome Olympian Phil Healy, one of Ireland’s most accomplished and versatile sprinters. Known as the “fastest woman in Ireland,” Phil has represented the country on the biggest international stages, from the European Championships to the Olympic Games. In our conversation, she reflects on the dedication and determination that fueled her rise in...

On this episode of Colbert Has Company, we’re thrilled to be joined by Israel Olatunde, Ireland’s fastest man and one of the most exciting figures in athletics today. From breaking national sprinting records to representing Ireland on the European stage, Israel has captured the imagination of sports fans across the country. In our conversation, he shares the drive and discipline behind his remarka...

This week on Colbert Has Company, we’re honoured to welcome Olympian Nicola Tuthill, one of Ireland’s brightest athletic talents. Nicola has carved out her place on the international stage in hammer throw, combining extraordinary discipline with an inspiring sense of purpose. In our conversation, she opens up about the journey from local training grounds to competing at the highest level, the mind...

Kevin O’Gorman describes becoming Master Distiller at Midleton Distillery as quite simply a privilege. Having held the role of Master of Maturation since 2007, he knows the warehouses of Midleton like the palm of his hand, and as the incumbent Master Distiller, this makes him uniquely qualified to oversee all of production at the Midleton distillery.

Since retirement from professional rugby, Damian has become one of the World’s foremost extreme adventurers; undertaking some of the most demanding physical and mental challenges on the planet, including the 257km Sahara Desert ultra marathon, The Marathon des Sables, rowed solo and unsupported, 5000km across the Atlantic Ocean and has currently climbed 5 of the 7 Summits, a renowned mountaineerin...

From the world stage of Olympic rugby to the decks of Royal Caribbean cruise ships, Harry McNulty is a man of many talents. As captain of the Ireland Rugby 7s team, a Tokyo 2020 Olympian, and a creative force behind the lens, Harry’s story is one of passion, persistence, and purpose. In this episode, we dive into the drive behind his athletic achievements, his life as a content creator, and how he...

Orla McAndrew’s story is one of inspiration and transformation. It is a tale of a woman who, at the crossroads of her life, discovered her true calling and found the fulfillment she had always yearned for. Today, she continues to create unforgettable dining experiences, driven by her unwavering passion and the belief that exceptional cuisine has the power to touch hearts and create lasting memorie...

We’re kicking off our brand-new series, What Drives You, sponsored by Kearys BMW, with an incredible first guest—New Zealand Rugby Coach, Jason Holland! 🏉 From the highs and lows of elite coaching to what fuels his passion for the game, Jason shares his journey, insights, and what truly drives him. #WhatDrivesYou #Podcast #JasonHolland #KearysBMW #Leadership #Rugby

John Spillane is a musician, songwriter, performer, recording artist, storyteller, poet and dreamer. Rooted in people, place and story, his music transports the listener and his live performances captivate audiences around the world. John Spillane will share his most artistically ambitious work to date: Fíoruisce – The Legend of the Lough, on Friday 13th September 2024. The concept album, to be re...

Laura O’Mahony is well known to Cork audiences as one-third of the comedy troupe, CCCahoots. She is a stalwart of the local stand-up scene and is quickly becoming known the country over due to a host of TV appearances in shows such as RTE’s Bigid & Eamon, ‘The School’ and children’s favourite ‘The Body Brothers.

Joanne Geary is the Managing Director of @myhome.ie, Ireland's leading property portal. With her deep insight into buyer and renter preferences, she frequently comments on market trends. Joanne is also a IRFU Committee member and a self proclaimed "Munster supporter, Limerick native, relocated to Dublin!" Q4 Report: https://news.myhome.ie/property-report/myhome-q4-2024-property-report-in-associati...

Laura de Barra is a Cork-born property portfolio developer, author and illustrator with a background in fashion. Her previous two books GAFF Goddess and Decor Galore were No1 bestsellers. She is a regular guest on RTE Radio 1, BBC Radio, The Late Late show and contributes to the Irish Times.

Stevie G is a DJ from Cork in Ireland who works with RedFM, presenting his specialist show, Black on Red. He is probably best known for being one of the main hip-hop/soul DJ's in Cork and Ireland over the last number of years. Stevie has been DJing in Cork since the early 90's in legendary clubnights such as Sweat in Sir Henrys, Mor Disco, Free La Funk, Yo Latino and also Jam and Jam Junior at the...

Pat was first elected as a TD in 2011 and served as the party's spokesperson on Mental Health and Suicide Prevention until 2016. He works closely with national and local community to groups to ensure better funding and policy on mental health. He has published legislation and motions which have been debated in the Dáil on patients rights, mental health funding, road safety and suicide prevention t...

Long-serving Cork county councillor Mary Linehan Foley has vowed to work hard to see a greater level of investment in Cork East, if elected to Dáil Éireann. Elected to Youghal Town Council in 1999, Ms Linehan Foley had been the mayor of Youghal on three occasions before town councils were abolished and was also the first woman to hold the position.

Clíona O’Halloran promises to bring new energy, new ideas, and a commitment to modernisation and climate action across all sectors of her constituency. "We are just getting started on the transition to a sustainable and more socially just country. If elected by the people of Cork East, I will work hard to deliver affordable public childcare, better and more frequent public transport, and new housi...

In the run up to the General Election, We want to speak with several candiates and hear their point of views and how theyre gonna help East Cork. This episode we are speaking to Mark Stanton. Mark Stanton was born and raised in Midleton, East Cork, attending Midleton CBS, for both primary and secondary education. Mark would like to maximise the vast offshore and wind potential in Cork Harbour, and...

DC is an Ecosystem Builder and Startup Investor from Cork, Ireland. He is currently a Venture Partner at Sure Valley Ventures, based between Ireland and the UK. In his not-so-spare time, he runs BUILTINCORK, a volunteer initiative to drive the development of the entrepreneurial ecosystem in his home region of Cork, Ireland.

Catherine brings her sharp insights and in-depth journalism to the mic, diving into the stories that shape our world. We discuss all things property, past, present and future and how the landscape of cork is changing and so much more.

Brent Pope is a television analyst, rugby journalist, charity worker, children's book author, after dinner speaker, founder of Outside in Art Gallery in Dublin, owner of POPE shirts and shoes and founder of The Elephant in the Room, mental Health project.

Gary Colbert is James's brother and the original founder of Colbert and Co. In this podcast we learn about the origins of Colbert & Co, Gary's travels all over the world and the crazy business that is Property management and much more.

James sits down with The Property Pod team, hosted by Estate Agent, Áine McLoughlin, Solicitor, David Sweeney and Mortgage Broker, Margaret Barrett.

James sits down with The Property Pod team, hosted by Estate Agent, Áine McLoughlin, Solicitor, David Sweeney and Mortgage Broker, Margaret Barrett.