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This week we focus on a match that redefined the game and drew lots of criticism - Dublin v Donegal in the 2011 All-Ireland semi-final. Paul Rouse, Maurice Brosnan and James Horan revisit a hugely influential encounter which spawned lots of imitators and changed the shape of the game while we share from one of the key men in Jim McGuinness's dressing-room, Eamon McGee. This is Episode 8 in a 10-pa...

The ultimate in Gaelic football? This week James Horan, Maurice Brosnan and Paul Rouse look at the intense and memorable 2005 All-Ireland final between Kerry and Tyrone to investigate how football was changing in the early years of the new millennium, while Tony Leen speaks to Kingdom boss Jack O'Connor. This is Episode 7 in a 10-part series which was initially produced for Irish Examiner subscrib...

Paul Rouse, Maurice Brosnan and James Horan look at profound changes to the game through the lens of the 1993 All-Ireland final while Tony Leen speaks to Anthony Davis. This is Episode 6 in a 10-part series which was initially produced for Irish Examiner subscribers earlier this year, in which we explore the development of Gaelic football over the decades. Subscribe to the Irish Examiner for more...

The 1981 final win over Offaly capped a four-in-a-row for Kerry and was the culmination of a golden era. We focus on that match, examine how that great team changed the game of football and ask what defined the genius of their legendary manager Mick O'Dwyer. Paul Rouse, Maurice Brosnan and James Horan dissect the game and put it into context while Tony Leen talks to one of Kerry's key players, Ogi...

Did the Dubs change Gaelic football? In this episode, Paul Rouse, Maurice Brosnan and James Horan look back on one of the greatest games - Dublin v Kerry in the All-Ireland SFC semi-final. Catch up on other episodes and read complementary articles here Watch the game on YouTube here: Dublin v Kerry 1977 All Ireland Semi Final (Full Match) - YouTube This is Episode 4 in a 10-part series which was i...

For the first time in the series, we look at an individual game: the 1966 All-Ireland final between Galway and Meath. Paul Rouse, Maurice Brosnan and James Horan explain the match's importance and put it in context, and Maurice speaks to one of the key players. This is Episode 3 in a 10-part series which was originally produced for Irish Examiner subscribers at the start of this year. Subscribe to...

The journey through the evolution of Gaelic football continues as Paul Rouse, Maurice Brosnan and James Horan explore the game's roots, its growth and how it became the sport we love today. This is Episode 2 in a 10-part series which was originally produced for Irish Examiner subscribers at the start of this year. Subscribe to the Irish Examiner for more subscriber-only podcasts like the Gaelic Fo...

The team behind the Irish Examiner's Gaelic Football Show brings you The Madness of Football. Over 10 episodes, Paul Rouse, Maurice Brosnan, James Horan chart the game's evolution by analysing the seminal moments and games in its history, identify trends and speak to the people who played in the key matches. First, Paul, Maurice and James introduce what we hope will be an entertaining and informat...

Brendan O'Brien and Simon Lewis analyse Ireland's win over Australia at the Aviva Stadium.  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Simon Lewis and Brendan O'Brien look ahead to Joe Schmidt's return to Dublin to face Ireland in Andy Farrell's final game... for now Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Simon Lewis and Brendan O'Brien convene after a busy day to discuss backroom developments at Munster, Joe Schmidt's return to Dublin and the news from the Ireland camp. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Simon Lewis and Brendan O’Brien look at the individual standouts from Ireland’s 52-17 win over Fiji on Saturday. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Simon Lewis and Brendan O'Brien discuss Andy Farrell's team selection for the third November test against Fiji. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Simon Lewis and Brendan O’Brien tun through the new faces we can expect to see ahead of a “dangerous” week and game against Fiji in Dublin this Saturday Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Simon Lewis and Brendan O’Brien look over the good, the bad and the ugly indiscipline after Ireland’s narrow 22-19 win against Argentina. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Simon Lewis and Brendan O'Brien discuss what needs to change for Ireland this week as focus shifts from the All Blacks defeat to the visit of the Pumas. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Simon Lewis and Brendan O’Brien try to get their heads around Ireland’s error-ridden 23-13 defeat to the All Blacks on Friday night. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Ahead of Ireland's showdown with old rivals New Zealand on Friday, Simon Lewis and Brendan O'Brien discuss team selection decisions, what Andy Farrell and Scott Robertson had to say today and if revenge will be a motivition, 12 months on from the World Cup. We'll have regular podcasts and video content throughout the November Internationals series. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more i...

It's the end of the road. We get the band back together one more time as Cathal Dennehy, Maurice Brosnan and Brendan O'Brien pick over their highlights from a truly sepcial Olympics in Paris. Thanks for listening throughout. . Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Cathal Dennehy, Maurice Brosnan and Brendan O'Brien reflect on a superb performance but ultimate heartbreak in the women's 4x400m relay final at the Stade de France, and look forward to a final day of action. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Brendan O'Brien, Maurice Brosnan and Cathal Dennehy review Rhasidat Adeleke's fourth in the 400m Olympic final and look ahead to the 4X400m relay final on Saturday night, as well as a men's basketball final brimming with storylines Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Cathal Dennehy and Maurice Brosnan dial in from Paris to preview a huge day at the Games. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Job done, but by Rhasidat Adeleke's admission, last night's second-place finish in the 400m semi-final was "messy". Afterwards, she was treated for fatigue. Cathal Dennehy, Brendan O'Brien and Maurice Brosnan analyse her medal prospects in Friday's final. Plus the lads break down how covering an Olympics works and just how they are using their "Willie Wonka Golden Tickets" in Paris. Hosted on Acas...

Brendan O'Brien, Maurice Brosnan and Cathal Dennehy celebrate the monumental achievement of Kellie Harrington in retaining her Olympic gold medal, reflect on one of the greatest ever 1500m finals, and preview Rhasidat Adeleke's 400m semi-final. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Cathal Dennehy and Brendan O'Brien reflect on a busy Monday and look ahead to the Irish in action in Paris on Tuesday. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.