The How Is He Podcast

How Is He Podcast | Ep. 92 Today’s guest is one of the most iconic figures in Irish women’s rugby. Alison Miller is a former Ireland international winger who spent nearly a decade wearing the green jersey and redefining what was possible in the women’s game. A key member of Ireland’s historic 2013 Six Nations Grand Slam team, Alison is remembered for her blistering pace, fearless running, and unfo...

 The Second Half: Presented by Podge & Popa (Bonus Episode 21)

How Is He Podcast | Ep. 91 Today Podge & Popa are delighted to welcome a truly inspiring guest into Ampifi Studios: Connie Byrne. Connie is a full-time yoga teacher, breathing guide, and wellness facilitator who is deeply passionate about the life-changing power of mindful movement and breath. Her work is rooted in connection, compassion, and real-life experience. After 35 years in hairdressin...

The Second Half: Presented by Podge & Popa (Bonus Episode 20)

How Is He Podcast | Ep. 90 Joining Podge & Popa in studio today is a UEFA A Licensed coach, with a BA Honours in Sports Coaching & Management, and a coaching journey that spans Ireland and the United States at academy, youth national, and professional development levels. As a player he played for Pats at all levels including the first team. He also played for Shamrock rovers 17s, 18s and 1...

How Is He Podcast | Christmas Special 2025 Join Podge & Popa, this Christmas eve, direct from Ampifi Studio, as they bring you a Christmas episode. The lads are going to go through a few questions that were sent in, have a look back upon the year, and celebrate whats to come in 2026!

How Is He Podcast | Ep. 89 Today’s guest is one of the brightest young talents in Irish cycling. "Con Scully". An athlete who’s been racing since the age of eleven and has been on a steady rise ever since. In his junior years he began to take the sport seriously, quickly making his mark on the international stage. He’s represented Ireland at both World and European Championships, compete...

The Second Half: Presented by Podge & Popa (Bonus Episode 19)

How Is He Podcast | Ep. 88 From the heart of County Carlow to the world's fastest tracks, today's guest has built a career on power, precision, and pure Irish grit. He's an Olympian, He's a European finalist, a national champion, and one of Ireland's most electric sprint talents. Known for his explosive starts, relentless work ethic, and ability to rise when the pressure i...

The Second Half: Presented by Podge & Popa (Bonus Episode 18)

How Is He Podcast | Ep. 87 Today, Podge & Popa are talking strength, grit, and the rise of one of Ireland’s fastest-growing strongman talents. Their guest is the powerhouse himself — Cian Clarke. Cian burst onto the scene in 2024 and has been making waves ever since. He’s the reigning Under-23 champion of Ireland’s Strongest Man, the overall winner of the Irish Strength League Class 2s, and a...

The Second Half: Presented by Podge & Popa (Bonus Episode 17)

How Is He Podcast | Ep. 86 This week, Podge & Popa have a very special guest in studio! Vanessa Ogbonna, one of the Faithfuls who won the very first season of The Traitors Ireland . Alongside Kelley Higgins and Oyin Adeyemi, Vanessa out-witted the Traitors, survived the drama, and walked away with her share of the prize pot.   But Vanessa is much more than just a reality show winner — she’s a...

The Second Half: Presented by Podge & Popa (Bonus Episode 16)

How Is He Podcast | Ep. 85 On this episode, Podge & Popa are joined by one of the busiest and most passionate figures in Irish sport — Eddie Scally. From the pitch to the parade ring, Eddie’s career has spanned just about every corner of Irish sporting life. He’s the General Manager of Gowran Park Racecourse in Kilkenny, where he’s helped make it one of Ireland’s premier racing venues. But his...

The Second Half: Presented by Podge & Popa (Bonus Episode 15)

How Is He Podcast | Ep. 84 Today, Podge & Popa are chatting with Nathalie Lennon - She’s a health coach and wellness advocate,  radio presenter and was previously a personal trainer. Nathalie’s all about helping people build a better relationship with food, fitness, and themselves, and she’s known for her really empowering approach to movement and mindset. Over the last few years, she’s become...

The Second Half: Presented by Podge & Popa (Bonus Episode 14 w/ Brian O'Reilly)

How Is He Podcast | Ep. 83 Tonight Podge & Popa have the return of a legend. This woman needs no introduction - One of the true G.O.A.T.'s of Irish soccer - Kylie Murphy - After captaining Wexford fc for 14 years, making 331 appearances, scoring 123 goals, and too many trophies and individual awards to mention, at the end of the season just passed, Kylie decided to hang up the boots. Kyli...

The Second Half: Presented by Podge & Popa (Bonus Episode 13)

How Is He Podcast | Ep. 82 This week the tables are turning and Podge & Popa are the one’s being interviewed! This week's guest - Shannon Redmond - has decided to take over the full episode because her 15 minutes on Shannon’s curveball wasn’t enough! ..  A question box was featured on Instagram over the week to see what you wanted to ask us for the podcast, and we were flooded with questi...

The Second Half: Presented by Podge & Popa (Bonus Episode 12)

How Is He Podcast | Ep. 81 Welcome back to the How is He podcast - With your hosts, Podge Doyle & Paul Popa Dowling, right here in Ampifi Studio, located in the heart of Carlow town. This week the lads are joined by a true Freebooters legend - Jack Poyntz - a man who’s been part of the club for over two decades. He played for Freebooters for 20 years, with the highlight of his playing career c...

The Second Half: Presented by Podge & Popa (Bonus Episode 11)

How Is He Podcast | Ep. 80 Harry started playing pitch and putt at the age of 12 in Graiguecullen - Started playing golf at the age of 14 in Borris golf club these were the best days of his life (he recounts) He finished school and wanted nothing else only to become a PGA pro he started his apprenticeship in Carlow golf club where he done the 4 years under PRO Andy Gilbert. He then took the head p...