The GAA Social

One of the most talented gaelic footballers currently playing the sport- Daniel Flynn of Kildare reveals all to Thomas Niblock & Oisin McConville on the GAA Social. Reflections on losing to Mayo, what it's really like facing Dublin and does he really think Kildare can beat them? Why a career in AFL didn't work out and having to pick between seeing his grandfather before he died or go back for...

Aidan Forker has made the successful transition from an inter-county into one of the star defenders in the game. Reguraly asked to mark opponents most dangeous forwards, Forker explains what Darren McCurry said to him on Sunday, marking David Clifford at Croke Park and the hurt of their "flat" performance against Donegal in the opening round of the Ulster championship. with just days to go ahead o...

What a podcast. From Gingers (African sunset) to going on the session before the 2008 All-Ireland final- and lying to Mickey Harte. Owen Mulligan is brutually honest but after coaching Tyrone to the All-Ireland U20 title- there's a bit more to 'Mugsy' than many perhaps know. A facinating insight into on of sports greatest rivalries & what he really thought of Oisin McConville. The story of how...

Recorded in front of a live studio audience in Slaughtneil's wonderful An Carn theatre- this podcast is different. Mark McHugh was coached by rory Gallagher at donegal, in Kilcar and speak weekly (Mark called Rory for directions to Slaughtneil) it's an utterly facinating insight into a coach- that's mellowed? Tony Scullion believes people should support Tyrone- but gets caught about 1995 and Oisin...

Armagh captain Kelly Mallon has spent 14 years playing for Armagh. The greatest moment for her, is having a pitch to train on. Would a male senior Armagh player say that? It's a little uncomfortable but this podcast with Thomas & Oisin shines a light on the journey travelled within the sport- still not officially recognised- and most importantly what needs to happen next. Armagh Chairperson Si...

This one is different. Ruairi Forbes is an inter-county minor player, from the Ballinderry club and has won a MacRory. He's still in School at St Mary's Magherafelt and will still be there next year. He explains what it takes for a youngster to make it in Gaelic games. His journey continues to evolve, but he talks social media controls, quitting rugby, dedication, snowflake generation and why spor...

It's a strange one. The most laughs in a single podcast- yet cancer is the topic! Former Derry gaelic footballer Mark Lynch charts his recovery from testicular cancer, the day he was told and going under the knife. Keeping positive helps and is his own unique way, Mark explains every step from diagnosis to 'the great day' Del boy & Rodney make an apperance via Oisin McConville, who remains con...

This week Ryan Murray- talks the Antrim problem. The greater Belfast area has almost 20 times the population of Leitrim, but it consistently fails to win. Ryan doscusses leaving his grilfriend in Dubai to play for Antrim, dealing with a crushing defeat, and talks about what a GAA player can and cannot say. Antrim will now play in the Tailteann Cup and we hear about his frank views on the competiti...

Ahead of the new championship season, BBC analysts Mickey Harte, Peter Canavan & Oisin McConville explain their predictions for the championship, thoughtful reflections from Harte on not being given the opportunity to manage Tyrone in 2022- and watching them win Sam Maguire. Managing your children and the difficulties it presents, the CCCC and Rian O'Neill. Oisin isn't happy with Jim McGuinnes...

In an astonishing interview, Antrim goalkeeper Chris Kerr reveals how he contemplated suicide after the death of his father. The lowest point arrived after the final game at Casement Park, when Antrim lost to Monaghan and Kerr found himself at his lowest point. Despite the trauma and pain- this podcast is an uplifting journey from rock bottom to a man who has found a wife, a new home and is about...

In his first broadcast interview discussing one of the most talked about incidents at Croke Park, Darren Hughes talks in detail about the 2015 Rufflegate incident where he ruffled Tiernan McCann's hair, the Tyrone player dived and Hughes was sent-off. In 2010, Hughes played in goals against Armagh at Casement Park- we hear the detail how that event unfolded. Hughes also talks about jealousy, not s...

An incredible insight into the Allianz League top scorer. It's not Darren McCurry, David Clifford or Dean Rock- it's Sam Mulroy. In a frank and honest interview, the Louth captain brings us inside the changing room, inside Mickey Harte and the road to becoming Leinster champions. Challenged by Oisin McConville- even outside football, Sam is brutally honest and sets his sights on becoming the best...

This podcast started with Richie Power & his amazing career. 12 inter-county All-Irelands, double All-star, an All-Ireland with his club & coming from a family of hurling royalty. The Podcast ends with Richie, for the first time, talking about his gambling addiction. In an emotional, frank and honest interview, Richie explains how the addiction took hold of his life, where he ended up and...

Darren McCurry rarely does interviews. Allstar, All-Ireland and top-scorer for Tyrone- 2021 was a dream year- but he reveals for the first time if Mickey Harte was still manager, he would have left the squad. In an absorbing interview, McCurry talks losing his mum at 13, the decision by 6 Tyrone players to step back from the panel this year and why he really changed the date for his upcoming weddi...

How Antrim hurlers & management found out the Ulster championship will be no more- will raise your brows! Neil McManus takes aim at those in charge of hurling and believes there's an apathy shown towards the sport. He believes the Ulster championship should return and outlines how that could be possible, to the benefit of everyone! "Belfast is the key & we can exploit that" He laughs at th...

The world of Mags McAlinden was rocked when she was diagnosed with breast cancer. An All-Ireland winning captain in 2012, it was the darkest time of her life. With the help of her family, Clann Eireann & Armagh teammates Mags recalls in detail her remarkable fightback against the disease. Mags is now back playing football for one final year & is hopes to collect an incredible 11th county c...

Cork senior football manager Keith Ricken is this weeks guest. He talks about the future of 3rd level football and aspirations of Cork. Keith won an All-Ireland with Cork U20's and has a unique way and vision for young people. It's refreshing and makes you think how best do we manage our young people from U6's to senior. We also also plot Corks journey back to the top of the game in the near futur...

Like you've never heard Conor Laverty before- nothing is off-limits. Meeting Jim McGuinness for the Down senior job, a sick child during championship, behind the scenes of Irelands best club and the drive that motivates one of the most rural places in the country. Conor also discusses why he doesn't drink alcohol, his coaching ambitions, his playing future and how 4 men convinced Mickey Moran to t...

The Marquee forward footballer, star hurling defender, 2021 GAA Allstar nominee Shane McGuigan talks being the best, playing both hurling and football and aspirations for Derry. The podcast digs deep into the mindset of one of Irelands great Gaelic footballers- and what makes him tick! With nothing off limits, we talk hopes of winning Sam Maguire, the dilemma of walking away from the sport you lov...

Padraig Hampsey sits down with Oisin McConville and Thomas Niblock and discusses winning the Sam Maguire, crowning off the most remarkable sporting story in 2022. A camp in disarray after losing to Kerry, ravaged by covid, but somehow collected the ultimate prize in Irish sport. Hampsey discusses the captaincy, the moment he'll take to the grave, the season and challenges ahead in 2022- and the dr...

Fermanagh manager Kieran Donnelly & Oisin McConville both tell Thomas Niblock how they feel the decision at congress was “wrong.” The pair discuss what’s next and what the real problems are. Donnelly talks about Fermanagh plans and Rory Gallagher's earring!

Conor Meyler and Niall Morgan lift the lid on Tyrones All-Ireland winning season. They both talk openly about how covid affected them personally and the team. Conor opens up about asking for professional help, “I need to speak with someone” to help his journey to the pinnacle of Gaelic football- and life! Niall Morgan reveals how he was ‘tricked’ into playing for Tyrone and how the decision was ma...

Antrim manager and three-time All-Ireland winner Enda McGinley joins Oisín McConville and Thomas Niblock to discuss his first season in inter-county management. The highs and lows, the problems in Antrim and if the Saffron’s get out of division three. Enda discusses the mentality and dedication needed to become a successful county player and how that balances with club commitments. Máire Treasa Ní...

Three-time All-Star Conor McManus joins Thomas Niblock and former All-Ireland winner Oisín McConville to discuss how GAA players deal with the pain of defeat. McManus also pays tribute to the Monaghan Under-20 captain Brendan Og Duffy, who died in a car crash last month. They discuss their toughest losses and look ahead to the All-Ireland semi-finals. Máire Treasa Ní Cheallaigh also sits down with...

Derry manager Rory Gallagher joins Thomas Niblock and Oisín McConville to discuss the art of management. The former Donegal coach opens up about his falling out with Jim McGuiness and recalls the secret to Donegal's All-Ireland success. Gallagher talks about how his approach had to change at Fermanagh and what his plans are for Derry. Máire Treasa Ní Cheallaigh also catches up with Keith Higgins a...