Irish Independent

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Join Joe Molloy and guests for a daily take on the biggest sporting stories, Monday to Friday.

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Jul 10, 2026

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Episodes

Thomas Barr Interview: Retirement reflections on a stellar career over hurdles 14.02.2025

Joe is joined in studio by three-time Olympian Thomas Barr to reflect on his career in athletics. Thomas announced his retirement last month and tells Joe why he decided to hang up his spikes and his plans for the future. Missing out on an Olympic medal by 0.05 seconds, the mechanics of being a hurdler and doping in athletics are all up for discussion too. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy i...

Michael Noonan makes European football history for Rovers – and then goes back to school 14.02.2025

Joe, Ronan and Will reflect on Michael Noonan's record-breaking goal for Shamrock Rovers while Dan McDonnell joins from Norway to discuss the 16-year-old's magic moment. Dan breaks down where Noonan's future might lie, with plenty of interest around Europe, while Rovers now prepare for Sunday's Dublin derby against Bohemians at the Aviva Stadium. Football on Indo Sport is brought to you by Sky Spo...

Damien Duff plots title defence | Why Euro campaign could hurt Rovers | Merseyside madness | The Football Show 13.02.2025

Will is joined by Aidan Fitzmaurice and Dan McDonnell to look ahead to the 2025 League of Ireland season. Damien Duff's Shelbourne are the defending champions and Aidan is tipping the Dublin side to upset the odds again and reclaim their crown. Stephen Kenny has been building nicely with St Pat's and Dan thinks it could be their year. The big offseason transfers, and whether Shamrock Rovers' long...

Man City-Real Madrid classic | Mbappe's shin, Ancelotti's eyebrow | Havertz out for the season 12.02.2025

Joe is joined by Gary Breen to digest last night's Champions League thriller that saw Real Madrid beat Man City at the death. Gary breaks down Man City's continuing inability to protect leads, Carlo Ancelott's managerial approach and the fallout for Arsenal after Kai Havertz's injury. Ronan and Will also join Joe to discuss Real's latest knockout drama, Mbappe's shinned goal and the Goodison Park...

Andy Lee interview | Coaching heavyweight title fights | 10 years on from becoming world champion | A tribute to John Cooney & perspective on the perils of boxing 12.02.2025

Former Middleweight Champion of the World Andy Lee joins Joe Molloy to discuss his burgeoning coaching career, as he gets set to lead Joseph Parker into battle against IBF World Heavyweight titlist Daniel Dubois next Saturday, live on Sky Sports Box Office. Andy also pays tribute to the late John Cooney, the 28-year-old Galway native who last his life as a result of injuries sustained during his b...

Can hurling become a truly all-Ireland sport? | Gatland departure | Champions League heats up | Kendrick vs Drake revisited 11.02.2025

Will is joined by Eddie Brennan & new GAA Head of Hurling Willie Maher to discuss how to grow the game & the challenges facing the sport. Willie breaks down his to-do list ahead of officially starting his role in April, while Eddie gives his perspective. The lads also discuss which teams have impressed in the National League to date. Conan & Ronan also join Will to react to Warren Gatland's Wales...

Bits & Bobs: Super Bowl surprise | Rashford's new beginning | Kettlebell craze 10.02.2025

Joe, Conan Doherty and Will Slattery convene for a Monday episode of Bits & Bobs to discuss Super Bowl 59 and an eventful FA Cup weekend. The Philadelphia Eagles proved too strong for the Kansas City Chiefs, as the lads discuss a surprise Super Bowl blowout. Conan breaks down Marcus Rashford's Aston Villa debut while Joe describes the aftermath of his kettlebell workout. If you'd like to get in to...

Why Scotland can't beat Ireland | 'Laissez-faire' France | HIA concerns | The Rugby Show 10.02.2025

Joe is joined by Ian Madigan to analyse Ireland's bonus-point win over Scotland and reflect on round two of the Six Nations. Ian was very impressed with Ireland's fitness levels and breaks down exactly why Scotland have lost 11 games in row against the men in green. France's 'laissez-faire' attitude at Twickenham and England's Fin Smith/Marcus Smith selection dilemma are up for discussion too. Rug...

Scots dismantled by dominant Ireland display | Post-match reaction | Scotland 18-32 Ireland 09.02.2025

Sinead Kissane, Cian Tracey & Ruaidhri O'Connor convene at Murrayfield after Ireland etched an emphatic win in Edinburgh, and another bonus point in what could prove a pivotal weekend in the race for Six Nations supremacy. Rugby coverage on the Indo Sport podcast is in association with Energia. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The inside story of how million-pound Mason Melia made Irish football history 🇮🇪💰 07.02.2025

Clive Clarke, uncle & agent to Mason Melia, joins Joe Molloy & Indo Sport's Dan McDonnell to offer his insight into the Wicklow-born teenager's historic move to Tottenham, which could eventually be worth as much as £3.5m. Dan also broaches the finances of the deal, in the context of previous transfers from the league, and how they compare within a new-look football landscape. Our football coverage...

The return of Peter O'Mahony | Ronan O'Gara to Australia? | The Rugby Show 07.02.2025

Joe is joined by Ruaidhri O'Connor and Eddie O'Sullivan to discuss Ireland's team selection to face Scotland and the prospect of Ronan O'Gara coaching Australia. Peter O'Mahony's return to the starting XV, Garry Ringrose dropping to the bench and the out-half debate are all covered. Ronan O'Gara's interest in the Wallabies role and Geordan Murphy's slamming of Steve Borthwick. Rugby coverage on In...

Chiefs chase Super Bowl three-peat | Indo Sport in New Orleans | Media Day mania 🏈 06.02.2025

Indo Sport's own Shane Brennan checks in from New Orleans to capture the mania of Super Bowl week, as the Kansas City Chiefs seek a historic three-peat when they take on the Philadelphia Eagles in Sunday's showpiece. Revered NFL journalist Mike Carlson is also on hand to assess the match-up, and ponders whether Patrick Mahomes & co can complete their quest for immortality. See omnystudio.com/liste...

Bits & Bobs: Las Vegas vs silent retreat? 🤔 | NBA deadline day labelled 'slavery' | Newcastle humble Arsenal 06.02.2025

Joe, Ronan and Will are in situ for today's edition of Bits & Bobs. The lads reflect on Newcastle booking their trip to Wembley with victory over Arsenal, while they also turn their attention Stateside for an update on the NBA trade deadline which has been described this week as "modern slavery". If you'd like to get in touch with the show, email us at indosportpodcast@independent.ie. See omnystud...

The big change Ireland made from November | The best Six Nations weekend of the year | The Rugby Show 05.02.2025

Joe is joined by Ian Madigan to digest Ireland's opening Six Nations win and look ahead to a mouthwatering round two. The big difference in Ireland's attack on Saturday, where England's performance fell short and the continuing decline of Welsh rugby are all up for discussion. Ian also analyses the performances of Ireland's two out-halves, Sam Prendergast and Jack Crowley. Rugby coverage on Indo S...

Bits & Bobs: The future of Irish sports TV | Rory conquers Pebble Beach | 'Sexy' Gaelic football 04.02.2025

Joe is joined by Conan Doherty and Conor McKeon on Bits & Bobs to discuss the 'TNTisation' of Irish sports coverage, Rory McIlroy's win at Pebble Beach and the second weekend of Gaelic football's new rules. The lads kick off with a few emails, including a question about whether sports broadcasts are better in a studio or live at a stadium. Whether Rory McIlroy can end his Major drought and round t...

Arsenal blitz rickety City | Liverpool in control | Can Rashford be revitalised? | Evan Ferguson's future | The Football Show 04.02.2025

Gary Breen joins Joe to reflect on Arsenal's statement win over long-time title nemeses Man City, and ponders whether it's too late to reel in in-form leaders Liverpool. Indo Sport's own Dan McDonnell is on hand to wrap up some notable Deadline Day moves as well, particularly those of Irish internationals Evan Ferguson & Gavin Bazunu. Also on the agenda is Aston Villa's January revamp, Jhon Duran'...

Martin Johnson & Keith Wood — Lions memories, Ireland-England rivalries, red carpet controversies — LIVE @ The Ambassador 03.02.2025

World Cup-winning captain Martin Johnson & Ireland legend Keith Wood join Joe Molloy at Dublin's Ambassador Theatre to reflect on their unforgettable playing days, both as teammates & opponents. Rugby coverage on the Indo Sport podcast is with thanks to Energia. 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 Y...

Second-half salvo steers Ireland past England | Post-match reaction | Ireland 27-22 England 01.02.2025

Sinead Kissane is joined by Ruaidhri O'Connor & Cian Tracey at the Aviva Stadium after Ireland turned the tide to topple England in their Six Nations opener. Rugby coverage on Indo Sport is brought to you by Energia. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Robbie Keane's atypical coaching journey | Parrott soaring & scoring | Transfer Deadline klaxon 🚨 31.01.2025

Dan McDonnell dials in from Budapest, fresh from a big win for Ferencváros & Robbie Keane, as they toppled Troy Parrott's AZ Alkmaar in a 4-3 thriller. Dan & Conan also delve into Keane's circuitous managerial route at large, and the layered contention which it has sparked to date. Elsewhere, we chat through the latest transfer moving and shaking as Deadline Day approaches, and Dan gives his thoug...

Bits & Bobs: Champions League forced fun | Páirc Uí Chaoimh - a hard place to go 30.01.2025

Joe, Ronan and Conor team up for the post-live show Bits & Bobs - which inspires ideas of a live Bits & Bobs with an orchestral twist. On the menu are Adam Idah’s impressive goals for Celtic as the Champions League had its biggest match-day ever, Robbie Keane gears up for the first European test of his new job, and Tom McKibbin makes the leap to LIV Golf. Plus, the team break down the Limerick/Cor...

Six Nations Preview LIVE — Martin Johnson & Keith Wood @ The Ambassador Theatre 30.01.2025

World Cup winning captain Martin Johnson & Ireland legend Keith Wood join Joe Molloy at Dublin's Ambassador Theatre to look ahead to Saturday's clash, and to preview the 2025 Six Nations at large. Indo Sport's own Ruaidhri O'Connor & Sinead Kissane also join the lads to offer their thoughts and predictions heading into the tournament. We'll have more from Martin & Keith on Monday's podcast, where...

Hurling's TV restrictions | Limerick's revenge tour | Joe Brolly the coach 29.01.2025

Will Slattery is joined by Eddie Brennan and Sarah O'Donovan to discuss the controversy over the TV coverage for Cork vs Limerick as well as all the major talking points as the hurling year gets under way. Cork's long winter, Limerick's bid to reclaim the All-Ireland and some eye-catching comments from Tipperary manager Liam Cahill are all on the menu. Conan Doherty and Shane Brennan also join Wil...

Rugby has changed, do Ireland need to change too? | England's Maro Itoje era | The Rugby Show 28.01.2025

Joe is joined by Ian Madigan & Chris Jones of the BBC to look ahead to Ireland's Six Nations showdown with England. Chris is over at the England training camp in Spain ahead of Saturday's clash and gives this thoughts on Maro Itoje's captaincy credentials, the out-half debate between Marcus and Fin Smith, and the pressure Steve Borthwick is under. Joe and Ian then delve into what influence Jacques...

Roving goalkeepers, two-point shots & 50m punishments — Gaelic football's new rules begin 🏐 27.01.2025

Joe is joined by Colm Keys, Donnchadh Boyle & Conan Doherty to digest the first weekend of National Football League action played under the new rules. The influence of goalkeepers, the prevalence of two-point scores and the need for players to be 'reprogrammed' are all picked through. The latest stars to step away from Dublin, Rian O'Neill's loss for Armagh and Tyrone's League credentials are up f...

The defence for Michael Oliver, Amorim's 'bloody revolution', Khusanov calamity — The Football Show 27.01.2025

On this Monday's edition of The Football Show, Damien Delaney joins Joe to recap the weekend that was in the Premier League, as 10-man Arsenal topple 10-man Wolves, Man City survive Abdukodir Khusanov's debut malfunction, Ange Postecoglou nears end of days, and Manchester United muddle to four wins in five. Football coverage on the Indo Sport podcast is in association with Sky Sports ⚽️ If you'd...

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