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Joe is joined by Ian Madigan and Cian Tracey to break down the URC quarter-final weekend and react to some big coaching news in Irish rugby. The first item on the agenda is the shock announcement that Stuart Lancaster is the new Connacht head coach, before Ian and Cian weigh in on Leinster's slump in performance ahead of their URC semi-final against Glasgow. Finally, the guys react to the Sharks'...

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 o...

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 Step...

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 po...

Joe, Will & Ronan bring the energy to this Thursday edition of Bits & Bobs, where your emails inspire debate over GAA ticket pricing, scoring in hurling and Davy Fitzgerald. Meanwhile, the team break down Caoimhin Kelleher’s next move, Manchester United’s episode in Malaysia (with added Ruben Amorim honesty), the Club World Cup’s impact on rugby, and how the world is starting to zero in on Rory Mc...

Following his acclaimed biography of Roger Federer, renowned tennis journalist Christopher Clarey turned his attention to the life and times of Rafael Nadal in his new book 'The Warrior'. Chris, who has followed Nadal’s career since the prodigious early years, draws on two decades of interviews with the man himself, his inner circle, as well as fellow tennis greats like Federer and Novak Djokovic....

Joe is joined by French football journalist Philippe Auclair to discuss PSG's transformation from underperforming Galacticos to Luis Enrique's hard-working young guns on the verge of winning the Champions League. Then Meabh De Burca chats to Joe about the Ireland women's team's upcoming Nations League double header against Turkey and Slovenia, as Carla Ward still looks to get the best out of her t...

60 years ago this week, a photograph widely considered to be sport's gold standard was captured. It depicts Muhammad Ali [then Cassius Clay] standing imperiously above long-time foe Sonny Liston, who lays strewn across the canvas in Round 2 of their 1965 rematch. On today's episode of Indo Sport, we take A Closer Look at the story behind that photograph, and why the picture it paints is not quite...

Joe, Conan and Ronan assemble for this Monday Bits & Bobs after a weekend filled with action - and emails! Hurling’s provincial stutter, Armagh’s battle with Derry, and Davy Fitzgerald’s commute are all on the GAA menu, while the team also spin through Katie McCabe’s celebrations, Trent’s Anfield goodbye, and Joe updates us on his trip to Manchester. If you'd like to get in touch with the show, em...

Joe, Conan and Conor team up for this Friday Bits & Bobs, where there is much sporting action to anticipate (and let’s hope Conor doesn’t get a slagging for his markings this time) The team discuss the end to camogie’s skortgate controversy, Colin Healy’s comments on his departure from the FAI, and memories of Old Trafford, and where Manchester United stand now as the fall-out continues. Email us...

Mossy Quinn joins Joe in studio to talk about his move from the GAA world to becoming the CEO of League of Ireland outfit Shelbourne. Challenges facing Tolka Park, the effect of Damien Duff’s comments and the need for co-operation on academies. Football coverage on Indo Sport is brought to you by Sky Sports. If you'd like to get in touch with the show, email us at indosportpodcast@independent.ie....

Joe is joined by a double helping of Delaney as Damien and Miguel reflect on Spurs' Europa League final win over Man United. Ange Postecoglou backing up his trophy talk, Ruben Amorim's tactical stubbornness and why Man United might need to contemplate a 'nuclear option' in their rebuild of the club. Our football coverage on Indo Sport is brought to you by Sky Sports. See omnystudio.com/listener fo...

Joe is joined by Ruaidhri O'Connor and Ian Madigan - who is finally back on the show after his holiday - to discuss all things rugby. Ian gives his view on Leinster's Champions Cup collapse and the intricacies of playing rugby in France while Ruaidhri has the latest on the demise of the Ireland men's Sevens team - which he says is a 'political decision' from the IRFU. Our rugby coverage on Indo Sp...

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 re...

Joe is joined for a Tuesday Bits & Bobs by Will and Ciaran Lennon of the Irish Independent sports team to discuss Gary Lineker's swift BBC departure, Damien Duff's unusual vantage point at Dalymount Park and the prospect of Ireland playing a Thursday night Six Nations game. If you'd like to get in touch with the show, email us at indosportpodcast@independent.ie ✉️ You can subscribe to our dedicate...

Joe is joined by Paul McGinley to look back on Scottie Scheffler's triumph at the US PGA Championship at Quail Hollow. The stats behind Scheffler's dominance, Rory McIlroy's media blackout and why Bryson DeChambeau's play is 'one dimensional' are all on the menu after the second Major championship of the year. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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 @IndoSp...

Former Irish sprint star and now celebrated athletics broadcaster David Gillick joins Joe in studio to reflect on his life and times on & off the track, his strides to adapt post-retirement, and his second act as RTE's post-race interviewer-in-chief. If you'd like to get in touch with the show, email us at indosportpodcast@independent.ie ✉️ You can subscribe to our dedicated Indo Sport YouTube pag...

Joe is joined by Conor and Conan on a Thursday Bits & Bobs to discuss GAA violence, the end of the Irish men's Sevens team and Ruben Amorim's blunt honesty. Joe's 'sexy' voice, the continuing Skorts controversy and the start of the football championship's round-robin series are on the menu too. Email us at indosportpodcast@independent.ie See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Heimir Hallgrimsson's latest Ireland squad is up for discussion as Dan McDonnell joins Will Slattery fresh from a trip to FAI HQ in Abbotstown. The Icelander has opted to leave out a host of Ireland's Championship players with the hope that they will be fit and firing come the World Cup qualifiers in the autumn. Robbie Keane's success in Hungary and Stephen Kenny's rant about the lack of League of...

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...

Acclaimed golf writer Jaime Diaz joins Joe Molloy to look ahead to this week's PGA Championship, as the lads assess Rory McIlroy's prospects of following up his historic Masters win with yet another successful outing at Quail Hollow. If you'd like to get in touch with the show, email us at indosportpodcast@independent.ie. You can subscribe to our dedicated Indo Sport YouTube page here: https://www...

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 th...

After Trent Alexander-Arnold was blasted with boos at Anfield yesterday, Jonathan Wilson joins Joe to assess the fan backlash against the Real Madrid-bound full-back, the Liverpool legacy he leaves behind, and what this transfer could mean for both clubs. We also take stock of the sorry state of Manchester United, on the 20 year anniversary of the Glazer takeover. Football on the Indo Sport podcas...

Joe, Conan and Ronan get the Friday feeling into this edition of Bits & Bobs, led off by news from the football world that United are changing their crest - Newcastle United that is. Man United meanwhile are Europa League final-bound against a Spurs team who were given freedom to enjoy their success by Ange. Meanwhile, we discuss how likeable the Dublin team of the 2010’s were, Conan and Ronan bri...