Talking Dogs on Thursday

Barry looks ahead to the Bar One Racing Irish Laurels Semi-Finals with Kieran Burke. They chat through the big storylines: Droopys Patriot’s unbeaten run, Ballymac Setanta’s track-record-equalling fireworks, the Solo And Go buzz and the strong late gains of Magical On Fire. They also reflect on the huge local support in Cork and the excitement building towards the Final night, which will be on Vir...

Barry looks ahead to the Bar One Racing Irish Laurels Semi-Finals with Kieran Burke. They chat through the big storylines: Droopys Patriot’s unbeaten run, Ballymac Setanta’s track-record-equalling fireworks, the Solo And Go buzz and the strong late gains of Magical On Fire. They also reflect on the huge local support in Cork and the excitement building towards the Final night, which will be on Vir...

This week, Barry catches up with Cork trainer Dean Harpur, fresh from his brilliant success in Limerick's Gammell Car Sales Kennedy Cup with Ballycowen Frank. Dean reflects on the win and the exciting times for his small but talented kennel, which also includes promising youngsters such as Ballycowen Archie and Get Up The Boy. He also chats about breeding and shares what’s next for his runners hea...

This week on Talking Dogs on Thursday, Barry chats with trainer Shaun Conway, following his recent success with Badly Behaving at On Faya Galway Oaks. He takes us through the journey Badly Behaving has had over the past few months. Shaun also reflects on the young dogs in his kennel and the great year they have had. Barry also got the opportunity to talk to commentator and writer, Mark Fanning. A...

Two very happy and proud men join Barry this week, our 2025 BOYLE Sports Irish Greyhound Derby winning trainer Graham Holland and Dan Brassil, part of the winning owners the Bark Wahlberg Syndicate. Humble as always, Graham reflects on his record-breaking 5th Derby win with Cheap Sandwiches, praising his champion and all of the family and team supporting him. Graham also gives us an update on some...

This week, Barry chats with Tadhg O’Connor of the Random Bag Syndicate in Kerry, proud owners of Derby Semi-Finalist Oreo Ollie.  Tadhg shares the story of how the syndicate was formed, the excitement of racing with their star greyhound Oreo Ollie, and the role of young trainer Jack Kennelly in guiding the dog’s journey so far.  From early successes in the Lee Strand at Tralee to lining out in thi...

This week, Barry Drake is joined by two guests, Mark Robinson and Cian Mulrooney. First up, Derby-winning trainer Mark Robinson looks back on his roots in the sport, that unforgettable BOYLE Sports Irish Greyhound Derby night with Ballyanne Sim back in 2018, and recent highlights with exciting youngster Get Up The Boy. Mark talks through the dog’s performances so far and the plan to target the Nat...

This week on Talking Dogs on Thursday, Barry chats with Caroline Collins from the Curraheen Park Supporters Club. They reflect on the club’s success since its launch in 2023, growing membership numbers, raising prizemoney and supporting races of every grade at the Cork venue. Caroline also shares how the junior nominators initiative has taken off, helping to engage the next generation of greyhound...

This week on Talking Dogs on Thursday, Barry chats with Cork trainer Kieran Lynch. They recall some of Kieran's big stars through the years and chat about the current team and recent success with Shanahee Boomer in the Shelbourne Maiden Derby. With a terrific support crew and enthusiastic owners behind him, Kieran looks forward to what's to come on the track and the duo look forward to this weeken...

Barry chats with legendary trainer Paul Hennessy from Kilkenny. Paul is represented by the duo of Hello Diego and Flight Club in this Saturday’s Callaway Pro Am At Stud Irish St. Leger Final in Limerick. They also look forward to the Shelbourne Maiden Derby Final with a high calibre of talent in the Final this Saturday, including three representatives from Paul’s kennels. We also get an update on...

This week on Talking Dogs on Thursday, Barry chats with Izzy Harding a Young Trainer from Tipperary. Izzy takes us through her journey in greyhound racing getting inspiration from her fathers success in the Munster Puppy Cup Final in 2007 with Little Jerry. They also talk about the next generation of greyhound trainers & Izzy’s hope for success in Shelbourne Park in the coming years. Barry also ch...

In this week’s episode, Barry chats with Brendan Maunsell. Brendan recaps on a brilliant win for Jim By Two in the Centenary Agri Tipperary Cup 2025 Final in Thurles. He also reflects of the opening round of the 2025 Callaway Pro Am at Stud Irish St. Leger from Limerick where In Good Time put in a superb display in a very talented heat. They also talk about the highly anticipated 2025 Boylesports...

Barry Drake This week on Talking Dogs on Thursday, Barry chats with Adam Dunford, a young Trainer from Waterford. He chats about the success of Imokilly Roxanne in the Shelley Fennelly Memorial Final last weekend in Curraheen Park, plus look forward to the new generation of greyhounds coming through at Adam’s own kennel. Adam talks about his journey & his success across the country and upcoming ra...

In this weeks episode, Barry chats with Denis Murphy. Denis shares his passion for the sport and the recent sponsorship of the upcoming prestigious 2025 Callaway Pro Am At Stud Irish St. Leger in Limerick Greyhound Stadium. Barry also chats with Emer Dunne a young greyhound trainer from Tipperary. She gives insight into her journey into greyhound racing with her father & her recent success in Clon...

In this weeks episode, Barry chats with Mark J Fanning. Mark shares his journey into the sport, tracing his passion back to his grandparents’ deep-rooted love for the dogs. Now making waves with his insightful race notes in The Sporting Press, Mark talks about the thrill of calling races and the behind-the-scenes prep that goes into every commentary. They also preview the much-anticipated Centenar...

This week on Talking Dogs on Thursday, Barry Drake chats with top trainer Robert Gleeson as he gears up for a crucial time in the racing calendar, with the Irish Derby on the horizon. Robert reflects on his roots, his current impressive form, and exciting young prospects like Carrick Scholsey, a greyhound with a big future. They also talk about Toolmaker King, recent success at the Denis Lenihan U...

This week on Talking Dogs on Thursday Barry is joined by Katelyn Leahy & Caoimhe Gubbins. Katelyn discusses growing up in the sport and her family’s recent success with Lemon Joey who won the Carrick Aldo @ Stud in Clonmel last week. Caoimhe talks about working alongside her dad at their kennels at home and her earliest memories of the sport. Both Katelyn and Caoimhe are members of the Young Perso...

This week Barry is joined by trainer Jack Kennelly & Willie Rigney of Time Greyhound Nutrition. Jack talks about his success in The Islandbridge Open Sprint Final in Shelbourne Park last weekend and looks forward to Friday’s Lee Strang Final in Tralee. Willie Rigney chats about the upcoming Time Club A4 Derby & Time’s newest product Greyhound 18. Have a listen to their chat now!

with the big 25TH anniversary celebration taking place on Friday, 16th May, host Barry Drake looks back at the people, the passion, and the history. Barry is joined by three guests who know Curraheen Park inside and out. Richie O’Regan, who shares memories from the early days and what it was like to be there when the doors first opened; Eoin Walshe, who reflects on how the stadium has evolved and...

This week on Talking Dogs on Thursday, Barry chat with Chris Walsh. Since starting in 2007 with his first dog and kennel, Chris has grown his operation into a standout in the sport, with some exceptional dogs coming through the ranks. They talk about his journey, the influence of his dad, and how he’s giving back to the greyhound community through sponsorships and support. Plus, don’t miss his upc...

This week Barry is joined by Tommy Caffrey of Clonmel Greyhound Stadium. Tommy talks about the future of rehoming greyhounds with Tipperary Homes for Hounds. The success of Clonmel with quality racing, trainers & greyhounds with Ascot Logan putting in a fantastic performance last Sunday. They also talk about the upcoming Carrick Aldo @ Stud National Produce Stakes with Tom Glynn taking over the sp...

This week Barry is joined by Aoife Dunphy of Droopys Stud, sponsors of the Select Stakes at Kilcohan Park Greyhound Stadium. Aoife talks about her family’s deep connection to greyhound racing and her fond memories of the Select Stakes, and the Masters as it was known, in Waterford through the years. They also talk about the new generation of greyhounds coming from Droopys Stud to watch out for! Ha...

A proud Ciaran O’Sullivan joins Barry Drake this week, fresh from major Classic Success in Shelbourne Park. As a young man heavily involved in the sport, Ciaran shares his family’s lifelong connection with greyhound racing, starting with his grandfather, what’s in store for the future and an update on Unanimouspanther following his retirement. And of course they chat about Hopes Teddy’s fantastic...

In this week’s episode, Barry Drake chats with Geoff Parnaby ahead of the BresBet Easter Cup Final this Saturday night at Shelbourne Park Greyhound Stadium. Geoff shares his lifelong history in greyhound racing and discusses his exciting finalist, Tarnsa Maasai, who has had a fantastic year since making his debut in Thurles. He also gives insight into his future plans for Tarnsa Maasai beyond the...

This week, Barry speaks to young Kildare Greyhound Trainer, Shaun Conway. Shaun gives Barry an insight into his training operations and what’s coming up for the kennels. Of course, they reflect on a wonderful win for Lotto Other News in Kilkenny’s McCalmont Cup.