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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

Flares at Oriel Park - the damage done | Spurs in chaos | Celtic exposed? 23.02.2026

Gary Breen joins Joe to reflect on a Premier League weekend where Arsenal set their standards high again, Tottenham edge closer to the drop and Nathan Collins’ status was under question. Gary also gives his view on Celtic’s season ahead of this weekend’s Old Firm. First, Daniel McDonnell joins Joe and Will in studio after flares thrown onto the Oriel Park pitch left 51 scorch marks. We discuss the...

Ireland's rebirth | Awful England | McCloskey's long game | The Rugby Show 23.02.2026

Joe is joined in studio by Ian Madigan and Ruaidhri O'Connor for a deep dive on Ireland's record win at Twickenham. The standout performers, what it means for Andy Farrell's side going forward and England's terrible performance are all up for discussion. Rugby on the Indo Sport podcast is sponsored by Energia. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ireland storm to record victory in Twickenham | Post-match reaction | 🌹 21 - 42 ☘️ | Six Nations 2026 🏉 21.02.2026

Sinéad Kissane, Rúaidhrí O’Connor and Cian Tracey (happy with his pre-game prediction) convene in Twickenham after Ireland came away with a record victory in the home of English rugby, putting the pressure on Steve Borthwick’s side from the start. Let us know what you think at indosportpodcast@independent.ie Rugby on Indo Sport and The Left Wing is sponsored by Energia See omnystudio.com/listener...

Bits & Bobs | GAA brand building, nasty Aviva reaction and Tiger's next chapter 20.02.2026

Will and Conan join Joe for a Friday edition of Bits & Bobs. The lads discuss the GPA's plans to showcase more of its players' personalities, the 'toxic' debate around Sam Prendergast is revisited and Joe explains why Tiger Woods is still golf's main draw. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Crowley's Twickenham opportunity | Ireland's scrum problem | The Rugby Show 19.02.2026

Joe is joined by Cian Tracey and Eddie O'Sullivan to look ahead to Ireland's trip to Twickenham this weekend. The lads discuss Andy Farrell's team selection, which sees Jack Crowley named to start at out-half and Josh van der Flier recalled to the back row. They also chat through the key battles which will decide Saturday's showdown. Rugby on the Indo Sport podcast is sponsored by Energia. See omn...

Arsenal's anxiety | Mourinho's awful interview | At home with Eamon Dunphy | The Football Show 19.02.2026

Joe is joined by Jonathan Wilson to discuss Arsenal's latest slip up in the title race, the alleged racist abuse directed at Vinicius Jr and Jose Mourinho's reaction to it. Before Jonathan, Will pops into the studio to chat about Joe trip inside Eamon Dunphy's inner sanctum and to praise Martin O'Neill's Celtic renaissance ahead of his 1000th game as a manager. Football coverage on the Indo Sport...

Eamon Dunphy on Taking A Stand: Ireland vs Israel 18.02.2026

Eamon Dunphy welcomes Joe into his home for an in-depth discussion about the decisions facing Irish football ahead of the upcoming fixtures against Israel. Who should make the decision? What should it be? And what are the likely consequences? Want to let us know what you think? Reach out to us on indosportpodcast@independent.ie See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

From Wicklow to the NFL | Life with the Green Bay Packers | Daniel Whelan in studio 17.02.2026

Daniel Whelan, the Enniskerry native who has become one of the top punters in the NFL, joins Joe to talk about his journey from the Garden County to the Green Bay Packers, and the pressure that comes in key moments. First, Will and Shane (still jet lagged from San Francisco) join Joe to talk about the Packers' unique identity and the in-stadium experience of watching Bad Bunny's halftime show See...

Bits & Bobs | GAA ‘piggery’ | Kim’s magic LIV comeback | Will’s first impression 16.02.2026

Conor McKeon joins Joe and a giddy Will for this Monday edition of Bits & Bobs which comes Après a weekend full of silky sporting action. The fall of the ‘Quad God’ at the Winter Olympics, the feeling around Ireland’s Call and Con O’Callaghan’s Dublin performances are all on the chopping block in a packed episode. Want to let us know what you think? Reach out to us on indosportpodcast@independent....

The toxic ten debate | Ireland's game plan vs Leinster's style | The Rugby Show 16.02.2026

Joe is joined in studio by Ian Madigan and Ruaidhri O'Connor to assess where Ireland are at after their win over Italy and the looming trip to Twickenham, Andy Farrell's criticism of 'keyboard warriors' attacking Ireland's out-halves, the performances of Sam Prendergast and Jack Crowley last Saturday and the clash of styles between Leinster and the national team are all on the menu. Rugby on the I...

Ireland survive serious Italy scare | Post-match reaction | Ireland 20-13 Italy | Six Nations 2026 🏉 14.02.2026

Sinead Kissane, Ruaidhri O'Connor & Cian Tracey assemble at the Aviva Stadium to assess Ireland's uninspiring 20-13 victory over Italy. If you'd like to get in touch with the podcast, you can email us at indosportpodcast@independent.ie ✉️ You can subscribe to our dedicated Indo Sport YouTube page here: https://www.youtube.com/@IndoSportPodcast 📹 Rugby podcast coverage on the Indo Sport podcast is...

Bits & Bobs | Ireland's Israel dilemma, BBC's Olympic cheerleading & Jim Ratcliffe's interview 13.02.2026

Joe is joined by Conor McKeon and Ruaidhri O'Connor for a St Valentine's edition of Bits & Bobs that covers Ireland vs Israel, Jim Ratcliffe on immigration and whether TV interviews are too soft on our sports stars. 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.youtube.com/@IndoS...

Live @ The Helix | Memory lane with Ian Madigan, Luke Fitzgerald & Eddie O'Sullivan 🏉 12.02.2026

Ahead of this year's Six Nations, Indo Sport rugby regulars Ian Madigan, Luke Fitzgerald & Eddie O'Sullivan joined Joe for our recent live show at The Helix to recount their colourful lives & times in Irish rugby. 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.youtube.com/@Indo...

GAA Check-In | Football's contenders, Davy's Antrim woes & Ben O'Connor's impact 11.02.2026

Michael Verney & Colm Keys join Joe for an around the houses chat about all things Gaelic Games. The lads discuss how the big hitters in this year's football championship have fared so far, while Davy Fitzgerald's difficulties with Antrim and Ben O'Connor's views on hurling's loss of 'manliness' are also up for discussion. Michael and Colm also pose questions around the impact that the AFLW is hav...

No win, no haircut | Spurs sack Frank | Eni Aluko v Simon Jordan | The Football Show 11.02.2026

Joe is joined by Miguel Delaney to discuss Spurs' decision to sack Thomas Frank, Man United's winning run coming to an end and Michael Carrick's future. Before Miguel, Ronan and Will are in studio to chat through Eni Aluko's feud with Simon Jordan, Liam Rosenior's start at Chelsea and whether Robbie Keane would swap Ferencvaros for Spurs. Our football coverage on Indo Sport is sponsored by Sky Spo...

Andy Farrell's risky comments | The Sexton void | Changes for Italy | The Rugby Show 10.02.2026

Joe is joined by Eddie O'Sullivan to discuss the fallout from France and look ahead to Saturday's clash with Italy. Eddie explains why he was very surprised by Andy Farrell's post-match comments on Ireland's performance and thinks there is scope for both Sam Prendergast and Jack Crowley to start this weekend. Before Eddie, Will joins Joe to chat through Ronan O'Gara's assessment of Ireland and the...

Bits & Bobs | Blunt Ben O'Connor, Super Bowl letdown & Irish rugby's expectations 09.02.2026

Joe Molloy, Will Slattery & Conan Doherty are in studio for Monday's edition of Bits & Bobs after a busy weekend. The lads reflect on the weekend's major talking points with Cork manager Ben O'Connor's post-match comments once again up for discussion. Will also updates us on a disappointing Super Bowl, the lads give praise to the Winter Olympics and debate whether expectations should change for th...

Last-gasp City salvage title race | Carrick's Head Coach credentials | Aviva opener fails to catch fire | The Football Show 09.02.2026

Former Ireland international Damien Delaney joins us to recap the weekend that was in the Premier League, while Indo Sport's own Daniel McDonnell is on hand to pore over the opening round of League of Ireland action. If you'd like to get in touch with the podcast, you can email us at indosportpodcast@independent.ie ?? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Bits & Bobs | Paris post-mortem | ‘Penisgate’ at Winter Olympics | RIP John Virgo 06.02.2026

Joe Molloy, Conor McKeon & John Greene convene to steer you into the weekend on this Friday edition of Bits & Bobs. If you'd like to get in touch with the podcast, you can email us at indosportpodcast@independent.ie ?? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ian Madigan | Ireland's dark night in France | Confused defence, poor passing & the kicking game 06.02.2026

Joe is joined by Ian Madigan to break down Ireland's opening Six Nations loss against France in Paris. Ireland's defensive system, their poor performance in the kick chase and the deterioration of their passing skills are all areas of concern for Ian. Rugby on the Indo Sport podcast is sponsored by Energia. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ireland suffer punishing defeat in Paris | Post-match reaction | France 36-14 Ireland 06.02.2026

Ruaidhri O'Connor & Cian Tracey join Sinead Kissane post-match at the Stade de France to pore over what was a chastening night for Andy Farrell's Irish side in their Six Nations opener, after they fell to a thorough 36-14 defeat in Paris. If you'd like to get in touch with the podcast, you can email us at indosportpodcast@independent.ie ✉️ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The greatest Super Bowl ever, & Katy Perry's Left Shark | Indo Sport in San Francisco | English rugby hubris 05.02.2026

With the Six Nations upon us, Will has been taking a look at the English media's [lofty] assessment of their team's prospects in the 2026 tournament. Shane Brennan then joins Ronan & Will live from San Francisco to bring the sights and sounds of Super Bowl week, as we build up to US Sport's grandest spectacle, and discuss the unique cultural context which sets this year's edition apart. The lads a...

Hurling check-in | Box-office Ben O'Connor, Kilkenny's decline & Cork's new era 04.02.2026

Our resident 'Hurling man' Michael Verney joins Will to give us an update on the lay of the land after the opening two rounds of National League action. The lads dissect Cork manager Ben O'Connor's comments about hurling losing its "manliness" as he likens the way the sport is going to soccer. They also preview this Saturday's bumper match in Páirc Uí Chaoimh which sees a repeat of the All-Ireland...

The James McClean experience | Stephen Kenny's struggles | 50 days 'til Czechia 04.02.2026

James McClean's eye-catching Derry return, Shamrock Rovers' title challenge and Stephen Kenny's experience at St Pat's were all up for discussion as Will, Dan McDonnell and former Cork City stalwart Johnny Dunleavy looked ahead to the new League of Ireland season. Will also updated the countdown to Ireland's World Cup playoff against Czechia and demanded justice from Dan for his Buzz Brothers scor...

Bits & Bobs | Ireland team named for Paris showdown | GAA managers speak their minds | McClean's manic Derry debut 03.02.2026

Joe Molloy and The Producers® have assembled for Tuesday's edition of Bits & Bobs. The lads review the big talking points from another busy weekend of sport which saw James McClean make his Derry City debut in typically box-office fashion while a number of high-profile GAA managers gave us some compelling post-match quotes. While the lads also look ahead to the start of the Six Nations. Want to ha...

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