Talking Dogs on Thursday

This week, Barry chats with Robert Gleeson and Willie Rigney. Robert chats to Barry about his recent run of wins including his win across the pond in Newcastle. He also gives an exciting update on Droopys Kathleen’s return and they forward to the Con & Anne Kirby return this weekend. Willie talks about the success of their recent sponsorship of events and his own success in Limerick last weekend....

This week, Barry chats with WGOBA’s Hughie Keleghan, a lifelong greyhound racing enthusiast whose journey in the sport began as a teenager. Hughie shares his early days working with the Horan family and the experience he gained alongside Sean Purcell. He reflects on how greyhound racing not only shaped his career but also instilled a sense of responsibility that has stayed with him throughout his...

In this episode of Talking Dogs, Barry chats with Dave Wilson of the Harlequin Syndicate about his deep-rooted connection to greyhound racing. Growing up with a mother who was a greyhound trainer and a father who was a bookmaker in Kent, Dave’s earliest memories are of life around the tracks. Dave reflects on his work experience with the legendary Terry O’Sullivan and how those early days shaped h...

In this exciting episode of Talking Dogs on Thursday, Barry Drake sits down with Liam Dowling and Tom Nolan to discuss the thrilling world of greyhound racing. Liam shares his anticipation for the upcoming Juvenile Classic in Tralee, which kicks off today. With a history of success in the event, having previously won with Ballymac Marino and Ballymac Patriots, Liam is aiming for a hat-trick this y...

A special episode of the podcast this week as PwC GPA Camogie Senior Player of the Year for 2024, Laura Hayes, joins Barry Drake for a chat. Last August, the Cork Senior Camogie team claimed a 30th All Ireland title for Cork, with Laura and her team-mates providing another memorable day for fans in the Rebel County. Laura chats to Barry about the success but also the work that goes on behind the s...

This week, Barry Drake is joined by two accomplished greyhound trainers, James Slevin and Adam Dunford. James, based in Navan, has been immersed in greyhound racing his entire life, achieving 65 winners last year alone. They chat about the positive impact of SIS Racing, his standout greyhounds and the ones to watch, especially a promising new talent, Serious Mickey. Barry also chats to Adam Dunfor...

🎧 Episode 189: Billy Dunne Talking Dogs on Thursday with Barry Drake Kicking off 2025 with this exciting first episode of the new year! Barry Drake sits down with the talented Billy Dunne after his sensational win at the Curraheen Elite Contracting 575 Greyhound Racing Final. Billy shares all the thrilling details of his victory, including the race highlights and the moments that led to his trium...

Following the thrilling Winter Racing Festival, Barry sits down with the talented Callum Purdy to celebrate his remarkable double victory. In this episode, Callum opens up about his inspiring journey into the world of greyhound racing, revealing the deep passion that drives him to compete in Ireland. He also shares his ambitious future plans, offering a glimpse into the next chapter of his racing...

Barry Drake chats with Myles Roban about his family’s rich greyhound-rearing tradition in Enniscorthy. As a third-generation breeder, Myles shares stories of his grandfather helping establish the local track and how he now works alongside the generation, and his exciting plans for the future. The Robans have enjoyed some wonderful weeks in Shelbourne Park with Elite Josh landing the 2024 Michael F...

Trainer Robert Gleeson joins Barry Drake to talk about the superstar Droopys Kathleen. Robert tells us a little bit about her background and how jockey Dylan Browne McMonagle came to be involved. They chat about how she's set the sporting world alight and what's next. The Barry chats to Shane Rigney of Time Greyhound Nutrition ahead of their Final in Newbridge tomorrow and they chat about the new...

Barry Drake is joined by young Limerick greyhound owner and trainer Evan McAuliffe. Evan has just turned 18 and has been making a name for himself in recent times with some great moments on the track. Evan biggest success came recently when he won the Fonez.ie Galway Oaks Final in Galway with Drombeg Pearl, a win worth an impressive €10,000. Evan fills Barry in on his history in the sport and more...

Young trainer Lucy Roche joins Barry Drake for a chat this week. Lucy chats about her exciting first year as a trainer, including competing in the Leger in Limerick and a 2nd place in Cork's Laurels Final with Hazelhill Bucko. Lucy's grandfather James was her introduction to the sport and it is still very more a team effort between the duo. Have a listen to the chat.

Barry is joined by two great guests this week. First up breeder Sean Beatty joins him and they chat about the success of Crafty Shivoo in the Bar One Racing Irish Laurels Final and much more. Then Barry catches up with Adam Matthews as they look forward to the 2024 BoyleSports Irish Greyhound Derby which gets underway this weekend in Shelbourne Park.

Trainer Paul Hennessy joins Barry as they look forward to the BoyleSports Irish Greyhound Derby and chat about some of the contenders to watch. Paul reflects on a great night in Cork's Curraheen Park at the Bar One Racing Irish Laurels Final and much more. Join them now for a chat!

As the Laurels gets down to the final stages, Barry chats to Darren Hogan as they run through the Semi-Finals in the 2024 Bar One Racing Irish Laurels. They also discuss the other big events in Cork, including the Bart Leahy Memorial, and look forward to a fantastic night on Saturday 5th October for the Final. Barry then switches attention to Tipp and is joined by Mark J. Fanning from Thurles to t...

Tuono Charlie is a name that’s been on many people’s lips over recent months and his trainer Sharon Hunt joins Barry this week. Last weekend, he added another title to his CV winning the Irish Cambridgeshire in Limerick and in doing so notched up an incredible 16 wins in a row! Sharon shares his story and how special he is to them….and Barry asks the question everyone wants to ask – chase the reco...

A busy podcast this week as Barry chats to 6 guests at Monday's Bar One Racing Irish Greyhound Laurels 1st Round Draw. Looking forward to an exciting 5 weeks of racing are Jimmy Barry Murphy, Alex Grassick, Tony Winters, Brian Collins, Damien Holland and sponsor Barney O'Hare of Bar One Racing. They chat all things Laurels and this year's strong contenders for the competition. Listen now and make...

Barry chats to trainer Murt Leahy after enjoying success in Cork last weekend with Tribal Syd winning the Jimmy Barry Murphy & Bar One Racing 525. With a busy schedule for the remainder of the year, they chat about his other dogs in training and what’s to come. Then Barry catches up with Willie Rigney of TIME Greyhound Nutrition. He chats about last weekend at Curraheen Park and looks forward to t...

Barry chats to Vincent O'Donovan, proud co-owner of Broadstrand Syd, winner of The 2024 Bar One Racing Irish Sprint Cup in Dundalk. Barry also chats to Darren Hogan, Curraheen Park Racing Manager about all the upcoming big race nights happening in Cork and the exciting news of a broadcasting for the Laurels final night! Listen now!

Limerick Greyhound Track hosted the WillWeGo.com Irish St Leger Final Saturday night. Clonbrien Treaty won the event last year, owned by Jim and Muireann Murphy and trained by Graham Holland, and was favourite to retain the title and bridge a gap that goes back to 1972. RTE's reporter Mike McCartney travelled to Limerick, where he first spoke to racing manager Jody Thompson, as he was making his f...

Barry chats to trainer Paul Hennessey this week after enjoying great success last Saturday in Kilcohan Park when Barefoot On Song won the John Fitzgerald Memorial Mini Open Bitch Final for owners Bryan & Kathleen Murphy. They also chat about the Will We Go Irish St. Leger with the Final taking place this Saturday night in Limerick Greyhound Stadium, where Paul is doubly represented with Jaytee Cra...

Barry chats to 2 guests this week. First is a trainer who's enjoyed plenty of success, Owen McKenna. They discuss the fantastic Yorkie Ollie's racing journey so far and his plans for the rest of the year. They also chat about his runner in this year's Will We Go St. Leger at Limerick Greyhound Stadium. We travel to the Kingdom next to chat to Brendan Maunsell, greyhound trainer and chairman of the...

Barry chats to Robert Gleeson this week, fresh from big race success with Droopys Mandolin winning the Time Dundalk International 550. They chat about what’s next for her in her racing career with a trip to Nottingham coming up. They also talk about the ongoing exciting developments at Shelbourne Park and he leaves us with some advice for anyone thinking of getting into the sport of greyhound raci...

Following the announcement of their incredible €10,000 bonus announced this week for the Irish Sprint Cup and Irish Laurels, sponsor Barney O'Hare from Bar One Racing joins Barry to talk about this exciting new incentive. The Bar One Racing Irish Sprint Cup gets underway this weekend in Dundalk, with the Bar One Racing Irish Laurels starting in September in Curraheen Park. Barney has offered the €...

Barry chats to two guests this week. First up, fresh from big race success with Daleroad Duke, Tom O'Keeffe chats about the Champion Stakes last weekend. He also tells us about his history in the sport and how his love for greyhound racing evolved. Shane Rigney of Time Greyhound Nutrition chats about the Time Confined Derby competition at Limerick which concluded with a fantastic final last Saturd...