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Join Michael Verney every week for a breakdown of the biggest talking points in the GAA world. Join us for interviews, club action and inter-county debates, with football analysts including Pat Spillane & Dick Clerkin and hurling insights from John Mullane, Pat Ryan and more from the Irish Independent family.
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Jul 11, 2026
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Episodes
Can surging Dublin derail Kerry? | Louth v Mayo frenzy | Tomas Ó Sé & David Brady | All-Ireland semi-finals preview 🏐 11.07.2026 1:09:28
Tomas Ó Sé & David Brady join Joe to preview this weekend's All Ireland semi-finals preview 🏐 GAA podcast coverage on Indo Sport is sponsored by AIB. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Sellout semi-finals preview: What makes Dublin/Kerry special, will Mayo deliver? 08.07.2026 1:11:49
Pat Spillane & Dick Clerkin join Michael ahead of this weekend’s semi-finals, where we remember what makes Dublin/Kerry so iconic in Gaelic football. Michael also has doubts about Mayo as the lads attempt to predict one of the hardest semi-finals to call in recent memory Let us know your thoughts or fire in questions to indogaapodcast@independent.ie The Indo GAA podcast is sponsored by AIB See omn...
Cork’s second half ‘not good enough for the jersey’ | Galway’s tactics | Limerick don’t do panic 07.07.2026 1:33:26
John Mullane, Pat Ryan and Michael Verney team up after a super semi-final weekend that saw Galway tactically outsmart Cork, who now must ‘clean house’ following a collapse. Limerick also prove they are immune to panic as they break through the chaos to defeat a strong Clare performance. Plus - The King is back: Henry Shefflin announced as Kilkenny manager. Let us know your thoughts or fire in que...
Last-gasp Limerick overcome Clare to book All-Ireland Final berth | John Mullane & Michael Verney | Post-match reaction 05.07.2026 21:53
Michael Verney & John Mullane are on hand to reflect on Limerick's late late show to topple Clare in this evening's All Ireland Hurling semi-final. GAA podcast coverage across Indo Sport is sponsored by AIB. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Youth spurs Galway to the final as Cork rue another collapse | Reaction from Croke Park 04.07.2026 24:25
Michael Verney and Dermot Crowe react as Galway seal their place in the All-Ireland senior hurling final, defeating a 14-man Cork. Let us know your thoughts or fire in questions to indosportpodcast@independent.ie or indogaapodcast@independent.ie Our GAA podcast coverage is sponsored by AIB See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The GAA Weekend | Comebacks, chaos & controversy as football delivers again 02.07.2026 1:06:54
Joe is joined by Colm Keys, Conor McKeon and Philly McMahon to reflect on a thrilling weekend of football quarter-final action that leaves Kerry, Dublin, Louth and Mayo as the final four teams. Dublin's dramatic comeback over Galway, Padraic Joyce's future and Kerry and Tyrone's battle are all on the menu. Louth's 14-man rearguard and Kobe McDonald's brilliance are also up for discussion. GAA cove...
Hurling’s semi-final squeaky-bum time | The defining match-ups | Value in weekend training camps? 01.07.2026 1:26:07
Ahead of the ‘squeaky-bum time’ of the hurling season, Michael, John and Pat are back to preview the All Ireland semi-finals. Pat will be hoping his beloved Limerick follow in the suit of their minor team, who emerged victorious over the weekend - as they take on Clare, but do Brian Lohan’s side have a kick in them in Croke Park? Elsewhere, the lads discuss the different mental pressures that awai...
Dublin drive, Galway fold | Kerry’s tilt as Monaghan wilt | Cork’s naivety falls to Mayo’s youth 30.06.2026 1:12:51
Pat Spillane & Dick Clerkin join Michael on the back of an electric quarter-final weekend. Whether Galway are wasting their golden generation, Kerry’s quality against Tyrone, Monaghan’s flat showing in Croke Park and Mayo’s trust in youth are all on the table in an energetic Indo GAA review. Let us know your thoughts or fire in questions to indogaapodcast@independent.ie The Indo GAA podcast is spo...
Dublin's Brennan bounce, Donegal have no plan B | Kerry’s class shines | Mayo press on | The GAA Weekend 🏐 25.06.2026 1:05:06
Joe is joined by Philly McMahon, Colm Keys and Conan Doherty in studio as one of the most entertaining football championships in years delivers another cracking weekend, with Dublin’s rebirth to the fore against a Donegal team with no Plan B. Meanwhile, Armagh lack intensity as Kerry show class, Monaghan’s fight sets up clash with Louth, and Mayo’s emotions click with the high press. Let us know w...
Cork send out a message | Clare’s collateral damage | We want more June hurling! 23.06.2026 1:25:49
John Mullane (on his phone in a hot van) Pat Ryan and Michael Verney convene after a quarter-final weekend that did not excite - which has us asking what the lads’ worst defeats were in their careers. Offaly’s class gulf, Cork’s goal hunger, Clare’s injury hits and what changes we should consider to the hurling championship are all on the menu in this week’s show. Let us know your thoughts or fire...
McGuinness looks for excuses - but where’s the evolution? | McCarron shines | Cracking quarter-finals 23.06.2026 1:23:43
Pat Spillane & Dick Clerkin join Michael as Donegal and Armagh were dumped out of the championship, with both McGuinness and McGeeney under the microscope for their lack of tactical evolution. Plus, Dublin’s defence wakes up, Mayo have mobility and Jack McCarron shines for Monaghan Let us know your thoughts or fire in questions to indogaapodcast@independent.ie The Indo GAA podcast is sponsored by...
Dublin deny Ger Brennan, Armagh's nightmare trip, Kerry hitting form | Tomás Ó Sé & Colm Keys ?? 20.06.2026 50:03
Joe, Colm Keys and Tomás Ó Sé convene to preview a blockbuster weekend of All-Ireland football championship action. Tomás thinks Kerry are coming good at the perfect time while the lads reflect on a nightmare draw for Armagh after having a quarter-final place in their grasp. Dublin's decision to play Donegal in Croke Park and Meath's trip to face Mayo is on the menu too. GAA coverage on the Indo S...
Mull’s rocket boots | Quarter-finals preview | Verney’s scorelines quiz 17.06.2026 1:24:39
It’s All-Ireland quarter-final week as John Mullane, Pat Ryan and Michael Verney bring their memories of past clashes, as the lads also ask if corner forward or corner back is a tougher position. Plus - Mull’s top three defenders he’s faced, the verbals forwards face on field and the 2006 World Cup ‘rocket’ boots. On the field, can Dublin get off the floor against a Clare team who would ‘love a cu...
Armagh’s trip to Killarney - what a blockbuster! | Cork turn Donegal over, who draw 2-point-shy Dubs 16.06.2026 1:20:13
Pat Spillane & Dick Clerkin join Michael as the Round 3 draw sets up a stellar football weekend, coming off the back of late drama that sends Armagh to Killarney. The logistical madness of this weekend’s fixtures come top billing as we break down how both Armagh and Donegal failed to manage the clock, setting up mouth watering knock-out games. Plus - Cork kick on, Louth’s super fitness and Dublin’...
Tomás Ó Sé | Championship crunch time, Kerry's next step, Dubs dilemmas, McGeeney's staying power 🏐 13.06.2026 54:32
Tomás Ó Sé, serial All-Ireland winner – most recently as manager of the Kerry U20's – joins Joe to discuss that recent success, as well as the senior football championship summer to date, as knockout action arrives this weekend. Our GAA podcast coverage is sponsored by AIB. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Limerick edge Cork in grandstand finish | Galway power past Dublin | Michael Duignan & Colm Keys 11.06.2026 55:26
Michael Duignan & Colm Keys join Joe to recap the weekend's provincial final action, after wins for Limerick & Galway. If you'd like to get in touch with the show, email us at indosportpodcast@independent.ie. Our GAA podcast coverage is sponsored by AIB. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Jarlath Burns’ input into the Ger Brennan saga | Jeopardy in Round 2B | Listener mailbag 10.06.2026 1:05:39
Michael is joined by Pat Spillane and Dick Clerkin on this week’s show, where the Ger Brennan suspension fallout, round 2B predictions (in all it’s glorious jeopardy) and listeners questions dominate proceedings. Let us know your thoughts or fire in questions to indogaapodcast@independent.ie The Indo GAA podcast is sponsored by AIB. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Munster, Leinster & Joe McDonagh finals review | Kiely’s colossal call | Are we too hard on referees? 09.06.2026 1:37:11
John Mullane and Pat Ryan join Michael for a full Munster, Leinster & Joe McDonagh finals debrief. They discuss Limerick's reaction to their Páirc Uí Chaoimh triumph, where Ben O’Connor’s Cork are at heading into the All Ireland series - and the circumstances that saw Mullane get a Garda escort to his commentary duties at the weekend. They also assess the refereeing showcase in the Munster final,...
Wexford's summer of '96 | The Liam Griffin factor, barren years & Croke Park glory 05.06.2026 1:00:00
Will is joined in studio by Wexford hurling legend Larry O'Gorman to reflect on the county's famous All-Ireland win of 1996. Larry recounts the impact manager Liam Griffin had on the squad, the struggles of his early inter-county career and reflects on the lasting memories of bringing the Liam MacCarthy Cup back to Wexford. GAA coverage on the Indo Sport podcast is sponsored by AIB. See omnystudio...
Extended finals preview | Limerick’s hunger v Cork’s tactics | Can Galway go the full 70? | Mailbag ✉️ 03.06.2026 1:33:25
John Mullane and Pat Ryan are full of energy and Munster final memories as they join Michael for a bumper look-ahead to this weekend’s final in the Páirc between Cork and Limerick. The lads also debate whether Galway have a complete 70 minutes in them as they face Dublin in a Leinster final that could define which county kicks on in future years. Plus - Carlow v Laois in the Joe McDonagh Cup final...
Dublin can't outscore bad defence | Kobe & Mayo take throwback thriller | Draw sends Jack to Kildare 02.06.2026 1:11:20
Pat Spillane & Dick Clerkin join Michael shortly after the Round 2 Draws leave us with some rematches but not a huge level of excitement. The excitement was in no short supply over the weekend however, as Mayo and Monaghan played out an old-fashioned classic, Westmeath got over the extra time line again and the Dubs collapsed to Louth. Let us know your thoughts or fire in questions to indogaapodca...
Philly McMahon in studio | David Clifford's temper, Donegal's mental warfare, Dublin's missing manager 🏐 30.05.2026 48:02
Will is joined by Philly McMahon to discuss ruffling David Clifford's feathers, how to cope without a manager and Donegal's dark arts against Kerry. Dublin's 2026 outlook and what Armagh's Ulster win will do for their mindset is on the menu too. Our GAA podcast coverage is sponsored by AIB. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Offaly’s dream & Verney’s Garda escort | What Kilkenny do now | Have Clare a chance? 27.05.2026 1:24:47
John Mullane (in a hot van) and Pat Ryan, fresh after walking the dogs before the sun rises, join Michael after a stellar final weekend of round-robin hurling action. Dublin’s monumental win over Kilkenny is top billing, as the lads ask what next for Kilkenny as their summer is over. Verney, in his colours, also gets the ball rolling on analysis of lively Offaly as they reach the quarter-finals. I...
No sanctions for Donegal and Kerry | Cliffords don’t click | Tyrone lay down a marker 26.05.2026 1:07:16
Fresh off the news that Donegal and Kerry face no further sanctions or suspensions after Saturday’s clash, Pat Spillane & Dick Clerkin join Michael for a high-paced football episode. The siege mentality from Jim McGuinness, Kerry’s missing talent and the reaction to the sanction news are all on the menu for the rematch of last year’s All-Ireland final. Elsewhere, Tyrone defeat Roscommon and Cork r...
Westmeath dreamland, Dublin disarray | Armagh end Ulster drought | Provincial football has its mojo back 🏐 21.05.2026 51:16
Joe is joined by Ronan Mullen (fresh from Clones), Frank Roche (dialling in from the Lake County) and Conor McKeon as the provincial football finals deliver a memorable GAA weekend. Dublin’s shooting shyness and Armagh’s hunger are on the menu, as is Westmeath’s fitness as they sealed the Leinster title for only the second time - and in good style too Let us know what you think - reach out to us o...
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