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Ex-Ireland international Méabh De Búrca and Indo Sport’s David Kelly join Joe after disappointment - and drama - stuck the Republic of Ireland side in their Euro 2025 playoff defeat to Wales. In it the team ask if Katie McCabe spent too much time being distracted, what next for Eileen Gleeson, and if Ireland can rebuild ahead of the World Cup campaign. First, Alanna Cunnane and Conán Doherty help...

Joe, Ronan & Conán assemble for this Tuesday editions of Bits & Bobs, where the team debate how much Liverpool goalkeeper Caoimhín Kelleher would fetch on the transfer market, and whether he should even be allowed leave considering Alisson’s injuries. Plus, the lads say Happy 30th birthday to PlayStation, discuss Sam Morsy’s refusal to wear a rainbow armband … and delve into the carbon impact of p...

After a much-publicised suite of Gaelic Football rule changes were emphatically greenlit at GAA Special Congress, Head of the Football Review Committee Jim Gavin joins Joe to discuss the path to last weekend’s landmark vote, and why the journey is only just beginning. If you'd like to get in touch with the show, email us at indosportpodcast@independent.ie. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy i...

After Liverpool took a massive leap towards a 20th league title with an emphatic win over Manchester City, Damien Delaney joins Joe to recap events at Anfield, and the Premier League weekend that was. If you'd like to get in touch with the show, email us at indosportpodcast@independent.ie. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ian Madigan and Ruaidhrí O’Connor join Joe to deliver the final break down of Ireland’s Autumn Nations Series, where victory over Australia came thanks to super subs, but came despite a worrying trend in handling errors. The team discuss why Ireland haven’t improved in the lineout, ask whether exhaustion is kicking in, and look ahead to the Champions Cup this weekend. Coverage of the Autumn Series...

Indo Sport’s David Kelly joins Joe to recap his experience of Ireland vs Wales in Cardiff, and look ahead to the second leg of the play off decider between the pair tomorrow night, with a place at Euro 2025 is on the line. Alanna Cunnane and Ronan Mullen also pop in to give their predictions for what might unfold at that game in the Aviva Stadium, and whether the ‘bandwagon’ could be reignited if...

Ruaidhri O'Connor and Cian Tracey join Sinead Kissane in the Aviva Stadium to break down Ireland’s final Autumn Series game, a late victory against Joe Schmidt’s Australia. Coverage of the Autumn Series on Indo Sport is brought to you by Energia. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Joe, Conan and Ronan run through today’s edition of Bits & Bobs, delving into Shane Dowling’s return to the Limerick set-up, doping cases within tennis, and the curious case of Conor Bradley. If you'd like to get in touch with the show, email us at indosportpodcast@independent.ie. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Indo Sport’s Dan McDonnell reports from Vienna as Shamrock Rovers earned their place in the knock-out stages of the Europa Conference League. Former Ireland international Gary Breen then joins Joe to break down how Rasmus Hojlund has changed his performances, why Caoimhin Kelleher can earn a permanent spot at Liverpool, and what seems to be going wrong for Pep’s City. Meanwhile, Alanna Cunnane joi...

Former Ireland outhalf Ian Madigan & Indo Sport’s Cian Tracey join Joe to preview Ireland’s final test match of this November window, as Joe Schmidt takes his Australia side to Lansdowne Road. Coverage of the Autumn Series on Indo Sport is brought to you by Energia. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A jury in the High Court last week concluded that Conor McGregor had assaulted Nikita Hand, to whom he must now pay €248,000 in damages. We talked through the particulars of the trial with Mark Tighe on Friday. While the verdict is less than a week old, the consequences for McGregor have already begun to be borne out. As we chart some of the likely implications for him going forward, we are also j...

Indo Sport's own Conor McKeon joins Joe & Conan for this latest edition of Bits & Bobs. If you'd like to get in touch with the show, email us at indosportpodcast@independent.ie See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Former Ireland Head Coach Eddie O’Sullivan & Indo Sport’s Ruaidhri O’Connor join Joe to recap an emphatic win over Fiji, and how it shapes Andy Farrell’s approach heading into Saturday’s reunion with Joe Schmidt. Coverage of the Autumn Series on Indo Sport is brought to you by Energia. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Memories of playing on Mo Salah’s debut, working in a back three and the differences between Premier League football & the rest are all on the menu as Damien Delaney joins Joe to break down an eventful weekend. Damien tells us why he thinks Ruben Amorim is starting to realise the size of the task at hand, how Spurs’ system can light up when it works right, and what City need to do to get back on t...

Ruaidhri O'Connor and Cian Tracey join Sinead Kissane to debrief events at The Aviva Stadium after Ireland racked up eight tries in a convincing victory over Fiji. Coverage of the Autumn Series on Indo Sport is brought to you by Energia. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sunday Independent reporter Mark Tighe joins Joe to update us as Nikita Hand, who accused MAA fighter Conor McGregor of raping her in a Dublin hotel, won her claim against him for damages in a High Court civil case. Warning: This podcast contains strong language and themes some listeners may find distressing. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In a golf special, Dave McIntyre and Conor McKeon sat down with Joe to break down a turbulent season for Rory McIlroy, one that can be broken into three acts and saw tears of joy in Dubai and heartbreak at Pinehurst. The team pass through the key moments that have defined McIlroy’s 2024, and ask if they are now more confident that he can end his Major drought. You can contact the show through indo...

BBC rugby union correspondent Chris Jones and Indo Sport’s own Cian Tracey joins Joe to break down Andy Farrell’s selections for Ireland v Fiji, where new caps are being handed out and Sam Prendergast looks like he’s on the fast track. The team also ask who the Lions will start at 10, analyse where Steve Borthwick stands as England coach ahead of Eddie Jones’ return to Twickenham, and discuss why...

European 1500m champion athlete Ciara Mageean joined Joe after a year where the rollercoasters of sport were laid bare for the Portaferry native, where gold in Rome preceded grief in Paris. Mageean opens up on how her “right ankle was a ticking time bomb,” how she is handling being sidelined from the Olympic Games, and what ambitions she harbours as she begins a new chapter - with LA ‘28 firmly in...

Will Slattery joined Joe and Conán for this edition of Bits & Bobs where the team debated how thrilling Pep Guardiola’s football is after the news that he will extend his stay at Man City. Will also gives his verdict on where Leo Cullen, who also got a new deal, sits in the rankings of Ireland’s coaching elite, the team ask whether tennis has too many nice guys, and there is much dispute around on...

Formula One broadcaster and author of ‘How To Read F1’ Jennie Gow joined Joe to discuss how she rediscovered her voice after experiencing a life-altering stroke, taking us through her journey back into F1 broadcasting. Jennie also breaks down what makes an F1 Team Principal tick, why an air of unpredictability has made this season one of the best in memory, and what we can expect as Lewis Hamilton...

Former Ireland head coach Eddie O'Sullivan joins Joe to dissect Ireland’s win over Argentina, including the consequential penalty count and where Andy Farrell’s side might be lacking depth. They also talk through the merits of Jack Crowley and Sam Prendergast, as well as captain Caelan Doris’s nomination for World Player of the Year. Coverage of the Autumn Series on Indo Sport is brought to you by...

Joe and Conan are joined by Indo Sport’s Conor McKeon to read through some listener emails and discuss the latest sporting headlines, including the surprise announcement that Brian Fenton is retiring from inter-county football. The team discuss Robbie Keane’s appearance on Rio Ferdinand’s podcast talking about his reasoning behind working at Maccabi Tel Aviv, whether Heimir Halgrímsson has been gi...

In Dallas, Katie Taylor came away victorious over Amanda Serrano … but many felt the decision went to the wrong fighter. Former World Cruiserweight Champion Johnny Nelson and Indo Sport’s Colm Keys join Joe to assess what the pundits were looking at, why Katie was good value for her victory, and where the Bray boxer goes next. Plus: Why fans left early in the Tyson v Paul bout. You can contact the...

Damien Delaney and Daniel McDonnell join Joe to pick through the bones of a tough night for the Ireland squad, with England dealing a 5-0 beating in Wembley. The team discover reasons to be positive, break down why Heimir’s honesty can get results, and how the atmosphere around this fixture has changed in light of national anthems being booed. You can contact the show through indosportpodcast@inde...