Best Ciaran Murphy Podcasts (2026)

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The Football Pod: Glory to An Ghaeltacht, Dingle-St. Brigids match-ups, old habits and new trends for 2026 51:24

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As the Junior and Intermediate All-Ireland winners are crowned, The Football Pod are back - we’re looking at the two finals from this weekend before turning attention to the Dingle-St. Brigid's showdown next Sunday. We're talking new trends, old habits and so much more. Chapters (01:00) - New year, new James, brilliant Jessie Buckley, Paddy’s bench…

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Discussing Antoinette Smith with Ciaran McConnell 32:48

13h ago32:48

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In this episode of Ireland Crimes and Mysteries host Nules is joined by Ciaran McConnell, host of The Cliffs Edge Podcast to discuss the tragic case of Antoinette Smith, who disappeared after attending the Slane David Bowie concert in 1987 and was later found murdered. Together, they explore the events of that night in Dublin, sharing insights and …

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SARAH O’DONOVAN: ‘It just seemed fitting…’ | Kilbrittain’s success & Laura Treacy’s retirement! | OFF THE BALL 27:11

2d ago27:11

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As part of this year’s Nollaig na mBan special, former Dublin & Cork camogie star Sarah O’Donovan is on the line after Kilbrittain’s emotional club success yesterday & the retirement of Cork camogie legend Laura Treacy! SUBSCRIBE at OffTheBall.com/join

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NADINE DOHERTY: ‘We’ll see which coaches are going to do a Ruben Amorim on it…’ | OFF THE BALL 24:05

2d ago24:05

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As part of this year’s Nollaig na mBan special, former Donegal captain Nadine Doherty joins OTB’s Rachel Sheehan to discuss the new rules in both men's and women's Gaelic football as well as the lure of Aussie Rules… SUBSCRIBE at OffTheBall.com/join

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Cullen confirms Carbery conversations | Europe preview 29:19

4d ago29:19

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Murray Kinsella and Ciarán Kennedy look ahead to this weekend's European action, but not before discussing the big news surrounding Joey Carbery and his potential move to Leinster. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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CORK’S EOIN DOWNEY: ‘There are scars, but they are scars that can be healed!’ | OFF THE BALL BREAKFAST 20:02

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Cork hurling star Eoin Downey is on the line as the inter-county hurling gets back underway. The rebels will be looking to bounce back from last year’s All-Ireland final loss, of course now under the tutelage of legendary player, Ben O’Connor! UCC’s Eoin Downey was at launch of The Electric Ireland GAA Higher Education Championships. This season, t…

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JUNIOR HURLING ALL-IRELAND FINAL | Philip Wall and Finian Cawley | Cork's Kilbrittain take on Easkey of Sligo 30:05

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Rachel Sheehan was joined by Philip Wall (Cill Briotáin) and Finian Cawley (Easkey) ahead of the AIB GAA Hurling All-Ireland Junior Club Championship Final in Croke Park. A historic club championship season, defined by thrilling encounters and unprecedented journeys, culminates in eagerly anticipated AIB GAA Hurling Intermediate and Junior club fin…

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INTERMEDIATE ALL-IRELAND FOOTBALL FINAL | Eoin Bradley and Aidan Walsh | Glenullin of Derry take on An Ghaeltacht of Kerry 29:38

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We were joined by Eoin Bradley (Glenullin) and Aidan Walsh (An Ghaeltacht) ahead of their AIB GAA Football All-Ireland Intermediate Club Championship Final in Croke Park. A historic club championship season, defined by thrilling encounters and unprecedented journeys, culminates in the eagerly anticipated AIB GAA Football Intermediate and Junior clu…

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INTERMEDIATE HURLING FINAL | Fergal Boland & Keith Ryan | Keeping hurling alive | Upperchurch-Drombane take on Tooreen 23:06

6d ago23:06

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Tommy Rooney is joined by Fergal Boland (Tooreen) and Keith Ryan (Upperchurch Drombane) ahead of their AIB GAA Hurling All-Ireland Intermediate Club Championship Final in Croke Park. A historic club championship season, defined by thrilling encounters and unprecedented journeys, culminates in eagerly anticipated AIB GAA Hurling Intermediate and Jun…

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JOE RABBITTE: ‘Kate Moran will never be forgotten!’ | Building after tragedy | Athenry’s All Ireland victory 26:40

6d ago26:40

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Athenry camogie manager Joe Rabbitte joins Eoin Sheahan fresh after winning the All Ireland club camogie final replay over the weekend, in a freezing encounter against St Finbarr’s. The GAA Club Championships on Off The Ball with AIB.

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The Football Pod: Dingle Magic downs Ballyboden, St Brigids figure out Scotstown, Referee drama, Pre-Season fodder 49:12

8d ago49:12

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Your Monday episode of The Football Pod returns - and what an opening weekend of Football we had to 2026 - Tommy, James and Paddy get stuck into Dingle's remarkable comeback against Ballyboden, and look at how St. Brigid's got the better of Scotstown. We're casting our eye over some of the county stories around the pre-season games and much more to…

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Gina Kerry Speaks: Imelda Keenan 30:50

8d ago30:50

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In this special revisited interview, I sit down with Gina Kerry to discuss the mysterious disappearance of her Aunt Imelda Keenan who went missing in Waterford city in January 1994. Recorded in October 2024, we delve into the emotional journey of Gina's family as they continue to search for answers. Join us as we explore the impact of Imelda's abse…

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Damien Hipwell Speaks: 10 Years Without Dean Roche 58:25

16d ago58:25

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In this look back episode of Ireland Crimes and Mysteries, originally aired in March 2025, Nules revisits a conversation with Damien Hipwell, the best friend of Dean Roche, on the 10th anniversary of Dean's disappearance. They reflect on the impact of Dean's absence and the ongoing search for answers, focusing on the personal stories and emotions t…

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Justine Stafford & Shane Daniel Byrne 49:18

17d ago49:18

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Eoin McDevitt and Ciarán Murphy test the sporting credentials of Justine Stafford and Shane Daniel Byrne as the comedians go head-to-head in a festive edition of Second Captains Saturday.By RTÉ Radio 1

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A journey to Justice, Phyllis Murphy 38:41

23d ago38:41

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This week Nules explores the tragic details of Phyllis Murphy in 1979. From her initial disappearance, to the community's desperate search, and the eventual discovery of her body. The episode highlights the painstaking investigation that followed, the challenges faced by the Gardaí, and the breakthrough in forensic science that ultimately led to th…

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Breakdown deep dive and end of year awards 39:35

25d ago39:35

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Murray Kinsella and Bernard Jackman take a close look at the breakdown laws, and what they mean for the game. Gavan Casey and Ciarán Kennedy, meanwhile, debate the team, player and game of 2025. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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WOTS: "I say boxing day.. Jesus Christ Eve!" | Christmas Special | Dartsmas and Sporting Traditions 37:57

26d ago37:57

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Happy (Early) Christmas from the Word On The Street gang! What better way to celebrate our two-way conversation this festive season than by finding out people's favourite Christmas sports events!? From the darts to rugby and local traditions, there's so much happening during the Silly Season. What's your favourite Christmas sporting tradition? Get …

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The Football Pod Club: Sinead Goldrick and Carla Rowe on Dublin's rise and the AFLW surge 1:09:35

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Welcome back to The Football Pod Club - it’s our third episode of the series, and we’re joined by two superstars of the women's game, Dublin's All-Ireland winning captain Carla Rowe and her county teammate, Sinead Goldrick - the Dublin and Foxrock-Cabinteely legend who also stars in the AFLW. Do enjoy. CHAPTERS (00:30) - Goldrick and Rowe join The …

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Ep10: Christmas 1:07:55

27d ago1:07:55

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IT'S TIIIIIIIME!!!! An deichiú heachtra de gaylinn - Cian, Ciarán and Cathal dissect the worst, weird, and wonderful of Christmas in the tenth episode of the series. I gcómhpháirt le Camile Thai - good mood Thai food. Follow us on Instagram & TikTok, remember to rate us 5 stars má tá deis agat, agus má tá sibh ag iarraidh ríomhphoist a sheoladh dúi…

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A Life Cut Short: Ana Kriégal 37:41

30d ago37:41

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This weeks episode delves into the tragic story of Anna Kriegel, a young girl whose life was cut short by a brutal murder. It explores her early life, the challenges she faced, the circumstances surrounding her disappearance, the subsequent investigation, and the trial of the two boys charged with her murder. The case not only shocked the local com…

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REACTION FROM ARMAGH: A tight Extra-Time Thriller under the lights | Scotstown 0-19 - Kilcoo 0-16 13:05

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OTB's David Wilson was in Armagh and brings you immediate reaction from the Ulster Senior Club Football Championship which saw Scotstown take home the crown after a tight Extra Time encounter with Kilcoo Hear from Michael McCarville, Kieran Hughes and goalkeeper Rory Beggan as they give their reaction to winning the Ulster Championship for the firs…

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Munster seek to bounce back, Harry Byrne gets his chance 24:02

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Ciarán Kennedy joins Gavan Casey to preview the European weekend for the provinces. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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STEPHANIE PUNCH: 'We've nearly gone through an extra game...!' | St Finbarr's Senior Club Camogie final 15:18

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Stephanie Punch of St Finbarr's GAA joins Eoin Sheahan ahead this weekends All Ireland Senior Camogie Club Final. The Final sees the Barrs take on Athenry in Croke Park.

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THE DODGY BOX ISSUE: ‘It’s costing people jobs!’ | The Dodgy Box is no longer a ‘victimless crime’ 37:05

1M ago37:05

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With sports streaming becoming increasingly expensive, one fifth of Irish households are said to be using ‘dodgy boxes’ in order to watch live sport and television. Eoin Sheahan is joined by Newstalk’s Jess Kelly, as well as Clubber’s Jimmy Doyle, LOI TV’s Mark Scanlon and Adam Leventhal of the Athletic to discuss the consequences of the dodgy box,…

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GAA Where We All Belong: "The club is going from strength to strength" | "It's onwards and upwards for Cashel" | Stephen Gleeson 41:19

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In our final instalment of our GAA "Where we all belong" series, Stephen Gleeson took us to his daughters club Cashel King Cormacs in Co. Tipperary. We get to hear from members, coaches, teachers and Stephen himself about what makes this club so special for all of it's members. This is with thanks to the GAA, #GAABelong.…

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Coaching at Foundation & Youth Development Phases 41:47

1M ago41:47

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🎙️ The Locker Room Podcast – Coaching Series 🎧 Episode: Coaching the Child & Youth Player at Foundation Phase (FP) & Youth Development Phase (YDP): How We Actually Develop Players Host: Ciaran Deely (DSS Coaching) Guest: Ross Bennett (Head of Integrated Performance, QPR FC) In this episode, Ciaran is joined by Ross Bennett for a practical conversat…

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Ep9: Homosexuality 1:02:58

1M ago1:02:58

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"Why are you Gay?... Who says I'm Gay?... You are Gay!" An naoú heachtra de gaylinn - Cian, Ciarán and Cathal dissect the worst, weird, and wonderful of Homosexuality in the ninth episode of the series. I gcómhpháirt le Camile Thai - good mood Thai food. Follow us on Instagram & TikTok, remember to rate us 5 stars má tá deis agat, agus má tá sibh a…

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CIARÁN MURPHY | "It is the warrior's sport" | Old Parish: Notes on Hurling | Gaeltacht community | Off The Ball 43:06

1M ago43:06

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Ciarán Murphy returns to Off The Ball for the first time in over a decade to talk about his new book, Old Parish: Notes on Hurling. He chats to Eoin Sheahan about the writing of this book, the lessons learned from some hurling icons, the danger and bravery inherent in the game, and what it means to be a country man living in Dublin.…

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

1M ago41:52

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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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REACTION FROM THURLES: Dingle win Munster Club SFC on last kick of the game against St Finbarr's | OFF THE BALL 9:48

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Tommy Rooney gives you immediate reaction from Semple Stadium, Thurles where Dingle won the Munster Club Senior Football Championship on the last kick of the game as they beat St Finbarr's 1-18 to 0-20 Tommy catches up with the Geaney brothers, Conor & Dylan, Tom O'Sullivan & Mark O'Connor on the winning side and lastly St Finbarr's selector Jimmy …

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The Tragic Tale of Colleen Bawn 14:45

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In today's mini episode, Nules discusses the tragic story of Colleen Bawn, also known as Ellen Hanley, a 15-year-old Irish girl whose murder became one of Ireland's most famous cases. The episode delves into her life, her relationship with John Scanlon, and the events leading to her untimely death. Find this episode on the GoLoud App or wherever yo…

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European Preview 41:30

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Ciarán Kennedy joins Gavan Casey to look ahead to the four provinces' fixtures in the Champions Cup and Challenge Cup this weekend. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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

1M ago1:14:10

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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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Ep8: Jobs 57:54

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Cathal, Cian and Ciarán look back over everything they have learnt and experienced in the workspace! An t-ochtú eagrán de gaylinn - Cian, Ciarán and Cathal dissect the worst, weird, and wonderful of jobs in the eighth episode of the series. I gcómhpháirt le Camile Thai - good mood Thai food. Follow us on Instagram & TikTok, remember to rate us 5 st…

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Coaching Roundtable with John Divilly, Aidan O'Rourke, Shane Keegan, & Steven Poacher 31:28

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🎙️ The Locker Room Podcast – Coaching Series Hosted by: Steven Poacher (Leitrim Senior Football Manager) Guests: • John Divilly (Galway Senior Football Coach, 2020–2025) • Aidan O'Rourke (Kildare Senior Football Coach) • Shane Keegan (Wexford Senior Hurling Coach) In this special Locker Room Podcast episode, Roscommon senior football manager Steven…

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

1M ago46:44

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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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One Night in Bunratty: Patrick Nugent 27:04

1M ago27:04

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In this episode Nules delves into the mysterious death of Patrick Nugent, a young manager at Bunratty Folk Park, whose life was tragically cut short in 1984. The podcast explores the initial investigation, the family's relentless pursuit of justice, and the recent forensic re-examination that aims to uncover the truth after nearly four decades. Fin…

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THE SATURDAY PANEL: All Ireland winners special | Hannah Tyrrell & Niamh Hetherton 51:03

1M ago51:03

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Dublin ladies All-Ireland winners Hannah Tyrrell and Niamh Hetherton join John Duggan in studio for this week's Saturday Panel. The Saturday Panel on Off The Ball, brought to you by L'Oreal Men Expert, Try new Derma Control for Oily and Blemish-prone skin.

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James Tracy dissects the Boks' scrum annihilation | The URC returns 34:21

2M ago34:21

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Catch the best of Wednesday's subscriber-only pod as James Tracy delivers a masterclass explaining how South Africa utterly dominated Ireland's scrum, while Gav looks forward to Friday night's URC action. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Ep7: Fashion 1:04:55

2M ago1:04:55

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Cathal, Cian and Ciarán have a passion for fashion this week as they pull out some of their best and worst looks! Sa seachtú heagrán de gaylinn - Cian, Ciarán and Cathal dissect the worst, weird, and wonderful of fashion in the seventh episode of the series. I gcómhpháirt le Camile Thai - good mood Thai food. Follow us on Instagram & TikTok, rememb…

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The Football Pod: gaa therapy, new trends, boot deals, the torture of injuries, club powerhouses 50:03

2M ago50:03

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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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An Interview with Detective John Sweetman 50:45

2M ago50:45

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Join Nules as she chats with former Garda Detective John Sweetman, the host of GoLoud's hit new Original podcast "Lines of Enquiry." John shares his journey from the Garda Technical Bureau to podcasting, revealing the real-life stories and investigations that inspired his show. Get a glimpse into the world of crime-solving and the fascinating cases…

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The final Ireland vs South Africa preview 22:34

2M ago22:34

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It's almost time for Ireland and the Springboks to meet once again. Ciarán Kennedy and Murray Kinsella look ahead to the gripping encounter and reflect on what we have learned from Andy Farrell and Rassie Erasmus' comments this week. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Word On The Street: Ep.26 'The ACL Epidemic' | Why are ACL injuries so common in women's sport? | Mental health and community | Preventative measures 47:08

2M ago47:08

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Happy Thursday everyone! Every week we ask the public if they have a topic in mind, and this week you delivered! Amy Gibbons, a Gaelic football player and coach, reached out to us about her 3rd ACL rupture. She is a major advocate for research into why ACL injuries are so prevalent in women's sports, and what can be done to mitigate it. We spoke to…