Best Ryan Tubridy Podcasts (2025)

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Laura Dowling 40:16

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Laura Dowling is a pharmacist, women’s health advocate, entrepreneur, and the creator of the hugely popular platform The Fabulous Pharmacist. Her new book, Love Your Vulva, is a straight-talking guide to women’s health at every stage of life. Contains adult themes and strong language. Season finale. Brought to you by Ballymore. Follow the show: Ins…

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Dr Norah Patten 43:18

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Dr Norah Patten is an aeronautical engineer, STEM advocate, author, and future astronaut with Virgin Galactic. Set to become the first Irish person in space, she has spent over a decade working in commercial space research, microgravity testing, and international space education. She is also the award-winning author of Shooting for the Stars. Broug…

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The Football Pod: Sherlock-Geaney shootout, Dingle-Barrs rules debate, Ballyboden win, Kilcoo-Scotstown 41:52

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It's your Monday episode of The Football Pod - after a classic Munster Club Football Final - Tommy, James and Paddy get stuck into it all, from the midfield warfare, to the controversial decisions and the shooters exhibition. We had our Leinster Football final and plenty of action from the Junior and Intermediate deciders also. Enjoy. Chapters (01:…

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Padraic Joyce on a life in Football and Galway’s pursuit of Sam, 25 years on | The Football Pod Club 1:14:10

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Welcome back to The Football Pod Club - it’s the second episode of our winter series, and we’re delighted to have sat down for a brilliant chat with Padraic Joyce to chat about his phenomenal playing career, being an intercounty manager in 2026, and Galway’s pursuit of Sam Maguire. CHAPTERS (00:30) - Padraic Joyce joins The Football Pod Club (02:00…

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Conor Murray 44:30

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Conor Murray is a recently retired international rugby player. For more than a decade, he wore the No.9 jersey for Munster, Ireland, and the British & Irish Lions. His career includes 5 Six Nations titles, 2 Grand Slams, 125 caps for Ireland, and three tours with the Lions. His new memoir, Cloud Nine: My Life in Rugby, is available now. Brought to …

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Scotstown-Newbridge epic, the semi-pro era, club-county divide, special guest reveal 46:44

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Welcome back to The Football Pod - plenty to get stuck into, as always - it’s Tommy, James and Paddy looking back on an interesting weekend of action on the club scene, with plenty of stories worth looking at in the county game too. Enjoy! Chapters (01:00) - Tommy at the Plaza, GAA image rights, pre-season camps and the Provincial draw. (20:00) - R…

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Ryan's Favourite Books of 2025 1:02:26

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In this live special, Ryan shares his favourite fiction and non-fiction books and authors of 2025. Fiction: The Book of Guilt by Catherine Chidgey The names by Florence Knapp Fair Play by Louise Hegarty Nesting by Roisín O’Donnell, Wellness by Nathan Hill Marble Hall Murders by Anthony Horowitz The Wildelings by Lisa Harding The Elements by John Bo…

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Pod therapy, new rules, new trends, boot deals, torture of injuries, club powerhouses 50:03

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Welcome back to The Football Pod - Paddy, James and Tommy are talking shop; from GAA boot deals, retiring stars tortured by injuries, to the new trends emerging amongst the first club campaign under the new rules...hope you enjoy, we'll be back over the next two Mondays, breaking down the AIB All-Ireland provincial club finals. Chapters (01:00) - P…

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Anna Haugh 44:53

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Anna Haugh is an award-winning chef, restaurateur, author, and television presenter. She’s the founder of Myrtle Restaurant in London, which celebrates modern Irish cuisine with a contemporary twist. In September 2025, Anna was announced as a new judge on the BBC One show MasterChef. Brought to you by Ballymore. Follow the show: Instagram: @bookshe…

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Inside Kerry’s journey to All-Ireland Glory with Gavin White and Shane Ryan | The Football Pod Club 1:06:02

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We’re back with a new run of The Football Pod Club with AIB, and where better to start this four-episode series than a deep-dive with two of Kerry’s All-Ireland Champions. Kerry Captain, Gavin White and their All-Star goalkeeper Shane Ryan joined Paddy, James and Tommy in Killarney for a chat about their lives in Gaelic Football, and their incredib…

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Miriam O’Callaghan 47:26

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Miriam O’Callaghan has been a leading voice in Irish broadcasting for over three decades, renowned for her sharp journalism, warmth, and integrity. A qualified solicitor before turning to the media, she has covered major national and international stories, earning multiple awards and honours, including honorary doctorates. Her new memoir, Miriam: L…

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The Pod Returns: All-Stars debate, Club heats up as County stories emerge, big interviews on the way 32:37

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Welcome back to The Football Pod as we return from a wee sabbatical and catch up in a car in North Galway - shortly after recording a feature interview (more on that later) - we're talking All-Stars winners, the stories emerging as counties return to training and the clubs that are flying high in the provincial series. We're bringing back The Footb…

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Jeffrey Archer 40:12

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Jeffrey Archer is one of the most widely read and enduring storytellers in the world. His novels and short stories have sold over 300 million copies, being published in 119 countries and translated into 47 languages. A former politician and lifelong philanthropist, he has raised more than £50 million for various charities. His latest novel, End Gam…

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Alice Leahy 42:25

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Alice Leahy is co-founder and Director of Services at the Alice Leahy Trust, supporting people who are homeless. A former nurse, writer, and Human Rights Commissioner, she helped establish Ireland’s first intensive care unit. Through her work, books, and documentaries, Alice has been a leading advocate for those on the margins of society. Brought t…

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Hugh Bonneville 42:40

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Hugh Bonneville is an actor and author, best known to millions worldwide as Lord Grantham in Downton Abbey and Henry Brown in the beloved Paddington films. His new children’s novel, Rory Sparkes and the Elephant in the Room, has just been published. Brought to you by Ballymore. Follow the show: Instagram: @bookshelfpodcast TikTok: @bookshelfpodcast…

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Emma Doran 39:56

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Emma Doran is a comedian, podcaster, writer, and social media sensation. She’s the author of the critically acclaimed memoir Mad Isn’t It? and she's currently touring Ireland and the UK with her biggest show to date, Immaculate. Contains strong language and adult themes. Brought to you by Ballymore. Follow the show: Instagram: @bookshelfpodcast Tik…

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Colm Tóibín 43:11

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Colm Tóibín is one of Ireland’s most celebrated writers. He’s the author of eleven novels, including Brooklyn, The Master, and The Magician. Known for his quiet emotion and vivid storytelling, Tóibín is also a playwright, essayist, and recent Laureate for Irish Fiction. His new release, Ship in Full Sail, a rich collection of essays and lectures, i…

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Nicola Tallant 42:01

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Leo Varadkar 43:04

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Leo Varadkar served as Taoiseach of Ireland (prime minister) from 2017 to 2020 and again from 2022 to 2024. He was Ireland’s youngest ever Taoiseach in 2017, and the first openly gay person and first person of colour to hold the office. He resigned in 2024 and stepped away from electoral politics. His new memoir, Speaking My Mind, is out now. Broug…

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Season 4 of The Bookshelf Starts Tuesday, 30th September 1:21

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Ryan Tubridy returns with a brand-new season of The Bookshelf. Each week, a brilliant guest shares their story through three meaningful books: the book from their childhood the book that changed their life and the book that brought them joy Season 4 begins Tuesday, 30th September, with new episodes every Tuesday. Brought to you by Ballymore. Follow…

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Book Club Live: Andrea Mara 35:23

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Ryan chats live with Andrea Mara, author of 'It Should Have Been You' - the unputdownable No.1 bestselling thriller. Brought to you by Eason – Ireland’s favourite bookseller. All episodes available to watch on YouTube: https://shorturl.at/oBFZy Follow the show: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bookshelfpodcast/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@b…

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Live from Tubridys: Stars of the Season and Kerry kitman Colm Whelan v Tommy 😂 | The Pod in Doonbeg 1:02:12

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Welcome along to The Football Pod as we meet up in Tubridy's Bar in Doonbeg to wrap up the mens intercounty season with a round of golf - we're picking our stars of the season and bring you inside Kerry's All-Ireland win with their kitman, Colm Whelan - who took down Tommy in Croke Park earlier in the summer...(they're friends now!) (00:00) - Welco…

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Sublime Kerry win Sam Maguire, Donegal plan rattled, Jack's stars shine | The Football Pod Live in Croke Park 29:35

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As Kerry produced a wonderful performance to capture their 39th All-Ireland SFC title against Donegal - James O’Donoghue and Paddy Andrews join Tommy Rooney for the latest episode of The Football Pod - live from the press box in Croke Park, in the moments after the final whistle. The Football Pod is brought to you with thanks to AIB. Proud sponsors…

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All-Ireland Final predictions, tactics, match-ups and 3 Darts rule at The Football Pod Live in Croke Park | Part Two 40:00

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Welcome to the second-half The Football Pod live from Croke Park with Tommy, Paddy, James and our special guests Mark McHugh and Kieran Donaghy - we're looking deeper at the Kerry-Donegal final this Sunday, talking match-ups, tactics and predictions - plus we also have a pair of 2025 All-Ireland SFC Final tickets to giveaway, it's all with thanks t…

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Donegal-Kerry rivalries, war and tequila, Kieran Donaghy and Mark McHugh join The Football Pod Live in Croke Park 1:13:45

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It's All-Ireland final weekend, and The Football Pod has a special treat for you, live from Croke Park! Join Tommy Rooney. James O'Donoghue, and Paddy Andrews as well as special guests Mark McHugh and Kieran Donaghy as they chat through the stories and rivalries from their own careers ahead of this weekend's All-Ireland final between Kerry and Done…

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Road To Croke Park | Football Championship pt.3 | It's a knockout! 20:02

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On this final part of our Road To Croke Park series, the Football Championship reaches the knockout phase and we find out who will battle it out for Sam Maguire on Sunday.

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Road To Croke Park | Football Championship pt.2 | The All Ireland Group phase 24:26

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Welcome to part 2 of Football's Road To Croke Park. We've reached mid-May, when 32 teams have been whittled down to 16 and it's time for the All Ireland group phase.

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Road To Croke Park | Football Championship pt.1 | The Provincials 26:18

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The Road To Croke park began on the first week of April with the start of the provincial championships. In part 1 of our three-part series, Richie McCormack tracks all four provincials from start to finish, as OTB were there every step of the way.

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Donegal-Kerry build-up, Combined Fifteens Debate, Potential Bolters, All-Ireland final week 54:04

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Tommy, James and Paddy begin their All-Ireland Football final week build-up as the 2025 decider between Donegal and Kerry comes into view… (00:30) - Hurling Man Tommy and Lessons from Tipp’s Hurling Title (18:00) - Kerry improvements and Donegal progression in 2025. (36:00) - TFP Listener Questions (54:00) - Debate: Combined Donegal-Kerry Fifteen T…

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Members Pod: Kerry-Donegal match-ups, what happened in the 2014 Final? Roadshow guests announced 43:27

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Welcome to The Football Pod Members show as the lads build-up to the 2025 All-Ireland SFC final - Kerry v Donegal, we reveal our special guests at our Croke Park show and dig into the potential match-ups. CHAPTERS (00:00) - House Business: Roadshow Guests reveal, Tommy in Donegal. (08:30) - Watching back the 2014 All-Ireland Final… (21:00) - Tactic…

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Awesome Donegal set-up Kerry final, Meath and Tyrone sent packing, Kildare take Tailteann Cup | Live from Croke Park 48:05

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Welcome back to The Football Pod - Paddy Andrews and Tommy Rooney are still in Croke Park, broadcasting back from the press box after the All-Ireland semi-finals, James dials in from Killarney, with a smile on his face after Kerry's win on Saturday. (00:30) - Donegal and Kerry set-up their All-Ireland final re-match with powerful wins. (04:00) - Ho…

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Goals and Glory, key Donegal-Meath match-ups, how Tyrone and Kerry will attack 42:47

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Tommy, James and Paddy are back ahead of the All-Ireland semi-finals this weekend! (00:30) - Goals - hurlers show there’s nothing like them, footballers can’t forget that. (16:00) - Donegal v Meath - key match-up, colours, Murphy and Morris (32:00) - Tyrone v Kerry - the threats and dangers (40:00) - Cavan’s Raymond Galligan steps down Thank you fo…

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Meath KO Galway, Kerry’s power drive, Donegal and Tyrone plough onto All-Ireland semi-finals 1:18:59

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Tommy, James and Paddy are back and talking, after another epic weekend in the football summer. Enjoy (00:30) - Flowers and cheques - Meath and Kerry catch fire. (07:00) - Tyrone take care of Dublin - next steps after Dessie? (21:00) - Donegal recover to dismantle Monaghan (34:00) - Meath beat Galway - the how and the why? (54:00) - Awesome Kerry e…

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Mary McAleese 1:04:05

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Mary McAleese is a barrister, academic, author, and former politician who served as the president of Ireland from 1997 to 2011. Season finale. Brought to you by Eason – Ireland’s favourite bookseller. Follow the show: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bookshelfpodcast/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@bookshelfpodcast Follow Ryan: Instagram: http…

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Blockbuster Quarter-Finals, All-Ireland Roadshow tickets, Newest Football Pod Addition, 1:09:12

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Tommy, James and Paddy are back after another brilliant set of games - it’s also a big week for the pod, as we celebrate and welcome a new addition to The Football Pod Family! (00:30) - Major Football Pod announcements… (09:00) - Blockbuster quarter-finals - Donegal’s turnaround, Monaghan in wait. (26:00) - Galway-Down entertainment. Meath up next.…

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Amy Huberman 44:13

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Amy Huberman is an acclaimed actress, bestselling author, and entrepreneur. She created and starred in the hit comedy series ‘Finding Joy’, and is the author of the beloved novel ‘Hello Heartbreak’ and the children’s bestseller ‘The Day I Got Trapped in My Brain’. Brought to you by Eason – Ireland’s favourite bookseller. Follow the show: Instagram:…

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Kerry Softness, Donegal dump Mayo, Dubs return, Galway survive - Meath Friction on the Pod 1:06:13

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Tommy, James and Paddy are back for The Football Pod after another riveting weekend of Gaelic Football - and for perhaps the very first time in five seasons, there’s a bit of friction between the lads - it may have a little bit of something to do with Meath. (00:30) - Weekend Winners & the losers: Derry, Mayo, Clare, Rossies. (11:00) - Wicklow beat…

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The Bumper Pod: Knockouts, Lifelines and Contenders - Championship Fever 1:20:17

6M ago1:20:17

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Tommy, James and Paddy catch up for The Football Pod - a bumper double-pod, where we’re building up to a huge weekend in the championship and we’re putting your questions to the lads. CHAPTERS (00:30) - Hurlers and Chancers (10:00) - The 2025 Tailteann Cup (22:00) - Dublin-Derry what to look forward to and Galway v Armagh (48:00) - Lukewarm Cork v …

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Rob Rinder 43:42

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Rob Rinder is a barrister, broadcaster, and Sunday Times #1 bestselling author. His new novel ‘The Protest’, the third installment in his Adam Green legal thriller series, will be released on June 19th. Brought to you by Eason – Ireland’s favourite bookseller. Follow the show: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bookshelfpodcast/ TikTok: https://w…

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Dr Sumi Dunne 47:13

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Dr Sumi Dunne is a general practitioner and clinical lecturer. Born in London, she graduated from the University of Southampton and later completed her training at the Royal College of Surgeons in Ireland. From 2019 to 2024, she gained national recognition as the resident GP on the popular TV series Operation Transformation. Brought to you by Eason…

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Derry-Galway drama, Armagh on top, Dublin trouble, Football just delivers 1:07:56

7M ago1:07:56

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Tommy, James and Paddy catch up for The Football Pod after another superb weekend of football, full of drama, upsets and brilliant skills on show. CHAPTERS (00:30) - Jimmy’s minute. (02:00) - Sensational Derry-Galway drama. (15:00) - Armagh flying, Dubs trouble? (31:00) - Mayo deliver against Tyrone, Donegal-Cavan route. (42:00) - Tyrone’s u20s mag…

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Book Club Live: Louise Hegarty 27:30

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Ryan chats live with Louise Hegarty, a major new voice in Irish fiction, about her debut novel 'Fair Play'. Brought to you by Eason – Ireland’s favourite bookseller. All episodes available to watch on YouTube: https://shorturl.at/oBFZy Follow the show: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bookshelfpodcast/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@bookshelfp…

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David Gray 46:15

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David Gray is a singer-songwriter and musician. His album ‘White Ladder’ is the best-selling album in Ireland of all time. David will be performing at the INEC Arena in Killarney on August 28th, as part of his ‘Past & Present’ world tour. Brought to you by Eason – Ireland’s favourite bookseller. Follow the show: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com…

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Tyrone-ness, Smart Monaghan, McStay steps away, Meath deliver, Armagh signs 51:55

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Tommy, James and Paddy are back with The Football Pod after another fantastic Championship weekend - spanners were thrown into the works, once more - as we head into a weekend where everybody is in action! CHAPTERS (00:30) - Tommy’s Madeira sell, GAA TV blackouts. (05:00) - How Meath got a big W against Cork. (12:00) - Monaghan smarts too much for …

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Donncha O'Callaghan 44:10

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Donncha O’Callaghan is a retired international rugby player, broadcaster, author, and UNICEF ambassador. His debut children’s book ‘Disaster Dad: Chicken Chaos’ is available now, and in Paperback from 29th May. The sequel ‘Disaster Dad: Fun Day Fiasco’ will be released this Autumn. Brought to you by Eason – Ireland’s favourite bookseller. Follow th…

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Dubs deliver in Galway, Cavan batter Mayo, Down's Clare pasting, Kerry's Paudie question, Offaly win a Leinster Minor Final Classic 1:08:44

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Tommy, James and Paddy are back with The Football Pod - it’s a novel pod, James is hanging after a wedding in Portugal and Paddy has his newborn in his arms, but as always, the lads deliver after another brilliant weekend of Gaelic Football! TIMESTAMPS below. (00:30) - Cavan beat Mayo - huge win for Galligan’s side, killer-blow for McStay. (17:00) …

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Roseanna Ruane 57:58

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This week’s guest is Roseanna Ruane, mother of Saoírse Ruane, who captured the hearts of Ireland when she appeared with Ryan on the Late Late Toy Show in 2020. Saoírse’s story inspired the launch of the Toy Show Appeal, raising millions for children's charities. Tragically, Saoírse passed away in March 2024 at the age of 12 after a prolonged fight …

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Louth Glorious Louth, Donegal take a classic, where Meath and Armagh fell short 49:43

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Tommy, James and Paddy are back with The Football Pod after a weekend where there was only one real winner - Gaelic Football! We saw Donegal edge a stunning Ulster final, and on Sunday Louth claimed the Leinster title for the first time in 68 years. Scenes! We’re talking both finals, and all the rest of the action this weekend. (00:30) - Capturing …

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Eamon Dunphy 45:22

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Eamon Dunphy is a journalist, broadcaster, author, sports analyst and former professional footballer. Brought to you by Eason – Ireland’s favourite bookseller. Follow the show: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bookshelfpodcast/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@bookshelfpodcast Follow Ryan: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/instatubridy Hosted…

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Galway edge Mayo in a Classic, Kerry scalp Clare, Mayo Shooters, Geezer, Leinster or bust 47:49

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Tommy, James and Paddy are back with The Football Pod - Galway come out the right side of a cracker in Connacht, Kerry get the job done on a scorcher in Killarney, and we've the Ulster and Leinster finals this week too. Enjoy CHAPTERS (00:30) - Sunday Night Excursions on The Pod. (02:00) - Classic in Castlebar - where Galway won and Mayo lost. (30:…