Best Martin McGuinness Podcasts (2025)

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MARTIN McGUINNESS & The DERRY IRA | Jon Trigg (Author of "Death In Derry") | The Troubles 3:09:51

4d ago3:09:51

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For this episode I’m joined once again by author and ex-solider, Jon Trigg to speak about his new book “Death In Derry” which tells the story of the Derry IRA and it’s perpetual leader, Martin McGuinness. Jon joined us last year when he released “Death In The Fields”, his excellent book on the East Tyrone IRA, for what was one of my personal favori…

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Jonathan Groff 57:41

1d ago57:41

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This week for our NYC series we have the star of stage and screen, Broadway legend - and newly Tony nominated - Jonathan Groff joining us! Fresh from opening night of his brand new - and already 6 time Tony nominated - show Just In Time, Jonathan joined us at The Standard High Line for lunch. We heard all about what it’s like playing the iconic Bob…

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TwoMacs Podcast Bugsy McMahon Ep42 1:20:36

5d ago1:20:36

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Bugsy McMahon - all his world's a stage. Currently enjoying a sell-out run with The Snapper, actor, director and all-round stage devotee Bugsy McMahon enjoys a chat with Ronan Mac and TwoMacs producer Oliver, also a theatre veteran. Bugsy (why Bugsy?!) recalls a childhood inspired by his late mother Eithne RIP, a fabulous musician, and father Aidan…

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Selena Gomez and Benny Blanco 1:05:09

9d ago1:05:09

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Table Manners takes on Manhattan! For our NYC series, we’re serving up the wonderful Selena Gomez and her gorgeous fiancé (and good friend of the podcast) Benny Blanco! Recorded live from the glorious Boom Bar at The Standard High Line hotel, Selena & Benny told us all about their first date in LA, the recipes Selena learned from her nana, wedding …

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Podcast Merch is live + Bonus Episode over on Patreon 2:37

11d ago2:37

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Get Troubles Podcast Merch here: https://visualanticsapparel.com/collections/the-troubles-podcast Also over on Patreon I have just released a bonus episode. It is a bit older than my usual ones and focuses on one of the seminal moments during the Irish War for Independence, which saw British Soldiers shooting dead Irish civilians attending a GAA ma…

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TwoMacs Podcast Pearse Kelly Ep41 1:18:29

16d ago1:18:29

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Pearse Kelly - When Coalisland was snooker loopy Dennis Taylor's epic World Snooker title win is all of 40 years ago this week. We celebrate a time when snooker in Coalisland was vibrant with players of all abilities and ages on the green baizes. Snooker aficionado Pearse Kelly recalls men like Jim Joe, his son Joe, Vincent Gervin and Louis Conlon …

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Emma Grede 48:37

16d ago48:37

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We have CEO and entrepreneur Emma Grede joining us for lunch this week. She is the star of both Dragons’ Den & Shark Tank, and also co-creator of Skims, Good American & Safely (all created with the Kardashian family!). Over a delicious Ravinder Bhogal chicken dish, Emma taught us the details of her Thanksgiving ham recipe, talked about cooking and …

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Martin Freeman 57:45

23d ago57:45

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We have Emmy & BAFTA winning actor Martin Freeman joining us for dinner this week! And he may have a filthier mind than me! In the midst of rehearsals for his new play, mum served up a delicious Ginger Pig lamb with an array of gorgeous sides for Martin. We heard all about his love of musicals (especially West Side Story), how he nearly became a pr…

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Jonathan and Honey Ross 55:30

1M ago55:30

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Chat show legend Jonathan Ross and his fabulously talented and fantastic screenwriter daughter, Honey Ross join us on the podcast this week! I whipped up an Ixta Belfrage prawn lasagne, mum made a lemon curd roulade, and we settled down to hear some amazing stories from the brilliant duo. Jonathan told us all about his infamous halloween parties, H…

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TwoMacs Podcast Bernadette Devlin McAliskey Ep 40 Part2 1:12:13

1M ago1:12:13

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Bernadette McAliskey (Devlin) Part 2 Still campaigning for justice and equality for all. Bernadette continues her journey as she advocates for justice and equality, not least for the bombarded population of Palestine, and all those downtrodden by capitalist greed and the rise of fascism. She recalls 'The Greatest' Muhammad Ali requesting to meet he…

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TwoMacs Podcast Bernadette Devlin McAliskey EP 39 PART 1 1:07:40

1M ago1:07:40

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Bernadette McAliskey (Devlin) Part 1 - The early years and making her mark. Born in Molesworth Street in Cookstown, by the age of 21, Bernadette was the MP for Mid Ulster and on the front line of the march for Civil Rights in the North of Ireland. Just nine when her father John died, she recalls her parents love and a note they sent annually to sch…

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Geri Halliwell-Horner 48:13

1M ago48:13

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She’s here to spice up our lives, we have the icon that is Geri Halliwell-Horner joining us this week! Geri is a Spice Girl, author, actress, and singer - there’s nothing she can’t do! Over lunch we heard about the time she met Nelson Mandela, winning Star Baker on Bake Off, her love of the Tudors, collecting snails as pets, living with George Mich…

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Tom Parker-Bowles and Henry Jeffreys 53:03

1M ago53:03

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We have two guests this week, Food critic - and Queen Camilla’s son - Tom Parker-Bowles, and his podcast co-host and wine expert, Henry Jeffreys. Their new podcast ‘Intoxicating History’ delves into the origins of all types of alcohol, and Henry dug out a few bottles of wine from my wine cupboard to pair with our meal! We chatted about growing up w…

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Paddy McGuinness 58:21

2M ago58:21

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We likey, it’s our next guest - Paddy McGuinness! The Bolton born comedian, actor and presenter joined us for lunch to celebrate the release of his upcoming TV series. Over a roast chicken, Paddy told us that Northerners always love their food to be swimming in sauce, how he was getting tips from Sir Chris Hoy for his charity bike ride last year, h…

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TwoMacs Podcast Ep38 Sean Quinn & Sean McCabe Part 2 1:04:33

2M ago1:04:33

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Sean McCabe & Sean Quinn - Part II The second half of our Podcast with the Two Seans (McCabe & Quinn), Clonoe and Brackaville stalwarts. They recall how clubs often sought Joe McCabe's advice when facing difficulty with the rule makers while Sean McCabe also pays tribute to his wife Dolores, who had a fantastic football and camogie career. Credo aw…

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TwoMacs Podcast Ep37 Sean Quinn & Sean McCabe Part 1 51:34

2M ago51:34

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Part 1 - The Two Sean's. GAA stalwarts Sean McCabe from Clonoe and Sean Quinn of Brackaville join us for a wide-ranging discussion filled with hurling and football stories and memories, local and All Ireland. On the weekend Naomh Colum Cille held their dinner dance and presentations, Sean Quinn reflects on a great night with a poignant tribute to t…

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Danny Dyer 57:58

2M ago57:58

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We have actor, presenter, and national treasure Danny Dyer round for lunch this week. Mum wondered who would out swear each other over the meal, but we were both on our best behaviour! We learned about his close relationship with playwright Harold Pinter, his love of his mum’s shepherds pie, his thoughts on being related to the royals, his plans to…

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Women Of The Troubles | B*mbers, Assassins & Victims| Martin Dillon, Author 1:20:36

2M ago1:20:36

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For this episode I'm speaking with Martin Dillon, well renowned author and journalist who has spent his career writing about the conflict in the North of Ireland. Martin's latest book, "The Sorrow and The Loss" deals with the women of the troubles and how the conflict affected the lives of the area's females including those who become combatants th…

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Brandi Carlile 52:53

2M ago52:53

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We have a Grammy legend on the podcast this week, 11 time winner, it’s singer/songwriter Brandi Carlile! Brandi schlepped to New Cross from Windsor where she was staying with her best friend, Sir Elton John. She is about to release a brand new album with Elton, and we heard all about how the album came about - and that the entire process was filmed…

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An Interview with UVF Loyalist, Eddie Kinner 59:25

2M ago59:25

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In this final episode of season 5 of the Troubles Podcast, I talked to Eddie Kinner who joins the UVF at a young age and then was involved in a gun and bomb attack on a pub when he was 17. We talk about his past, and how he feels about life in Northern Ireland in the aftermath of the troubles. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.…

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TwoMacs Podcast Malachy Falls Ep 36 1:13:11

2M ago1:13:11

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Malachy Falls - Reeling in the Memories. Malachy remembers way back to being lifted by his mother to look across Lough Neagh at the blitz on Belfast during World War II. Born in Aughamullan, Falls' family bar, post office and grocery shop was a hub of activity. His father died when Malachy was just five and he recalls being taught by his sisters in…

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Jake Cohen 38:02

2M ago38:02

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This week we have the absolutely gorgeous chef and cookbook writer, Jake Cohen joining us for lunch. The Native New Yorker - known for his delicious bakes - came over to bring us a special pud fresh from his upcoming cookbook. Jake told us all about the amazing NYC food scene and what restaurants to try, that he studied wine in Bordeaux, and he rev…

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TwoMacs Podcast Ep 35 Tommy Corr 1:06:09

3M ago1:06:09

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Tommy Corr - boxing history maker and football star. Tommy Corr from Clonoe excelled in the boxing ring, in 1982 becoming the first fighter to win a medal for Ireland at the World Amateur Championships. In a stellar football career, he played in a raft of county finals with his beloved O'Rahilly club. The former Olympian, who was a household name i…

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HUNTING DESSIE O'HARE, IRA Training Camps & The Irish Special Forces | Kevin McDonald, Ex Irish Army 1:14:08

3M ago1:14:08

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My guest this week is ex Irish Defence Forces soldier Kevin McDonald. Kevin served in Irelands Special Forces during the conflict that rocked the island. Kevin tells us about his involvement in the one of the biggest man hunts in the state’s history when INLA kidnapper Dessie O’ Hare was on the run. He shares with us the atmosphere amongst his fell…

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Ruthie Rogers 45:01

3M ago45:01

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We have the ‘Baroness of the Riverside’ on the podcast this week, the legendary Ruthie Rogers of the River Cafe in London. I made Ruthie Marbella chicken for lunch, and she brought a delicious trio of River Cafe puds for us to taste - including the iconic Chocolate Nemesis! Ruthie knows absolutely everyone and we loved hearing all her stories of th…

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Martin McGuinness Part Two - Government to Good Friday and Beyond 43:12

3M ago43:12

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This episode focuses on Martin McGuinness as a politician and the rocky path to peace, which would be strained on many occasions. There was peace, then the threat of it all falling apart, problems with decommissioning and even a presidential bid. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices…

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Zoe Saldaña 51:55

3M ago51:55

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This week we have an absolute mega star on the podcast, the gorgeous Zoe Saldaña! Fresh from her Golden Globe win for Emilia Pérez, we sat down for brunch to chat about everything before she heads off to the BAFTAs & Oscars later in the month. We heard all about her growing up in the Dominican Republic and learning to cook from her grandma, how Emi…

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TwoMacs Podcast Ep34 Johnny Cummings 54:32

3M ago54:32

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Johnny Cummings - Go, Johnny, Go! The inspiring Johnny Cummings from Coalisland recalls his journey to the Paralympic Games in Beijing, until health reasons ended his swimming career, the onset of dark days and coming back into the light with the love and support of his family, friends and the local community. There was no room for self-pity as his…

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Cyndi Lauper 1:01:11

3M ago1:01:11

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We get to see a legend’s True Colours on the podcast this week! We joined the powerhouse hitmaker Cyndi Lauper for lunch in central London and mum cooked up some borscht especially for the occasion. It was a total honour to hear Cyndi’s stories; we learnt how she grew up in the same house as her whole extended family, how she would play tricks on h…

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TwoMacs Podcast Ep 33 Damian O'Hagan 1:13:09

3M ago1:13:09

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Damian O'Hagan - A school boy destined for greatness Ronan in conversation with Damian O'Hagan that goes right back to their days in Primary school when he was taken out of class to play with the big boys on the school team. An incredible underage footballer and athlete , Damian recalls a career, now into its sixth decade, that includes playing in …

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Martin McGuinness Part One - From Paramilitary to Politician 47:42

3M ago47:42

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This week on the podcast comes the first in a two-part series on the life of Martin McGuinness. In this episode we cover Martin's rise to prominence and the role he played in some of the pivotal moments of the troubles. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoicesBy Oisin Feeney

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Felicity Jones 40:11

3M ago40:11

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2025 is our year of the Oscar & BAFTA nominees, and this week we have this years 'Best Supporting Actress' nominee Felicity Jones joining us for lunch. Felicity is currently starring in The Brutalist which is absolutely phenomenal, and she told us all about how the beautiful film came together. We discovered the Birmingham born actress is very supe…

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Louis Theroux 56:06

4M ago56:06

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We have documentary legend, Louis Theroux joining us for dinner this week. After getting a puncture on his bike cycling round to Clapham, we sat down for a 3 course dinner served up by mum which included her famous chicken soup. We heard all about when he lived in a brothel, his love of spaghetti hoops and evolving from fussy eating, being born in …

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TwoMacs Podcast Ep32 Tom Herron 1:05:29

4M ago1:05:29

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Tom Herron - A breath of fresh air. There's never been a dull moment with Tom Herron from Coalisland, who recalls his fascinating journey from bookmaker to psychologist. Following the death of his father, when he was a boy Tom faced more trauma in Primary School while college was a mix of terror and madcap capers. Catapulted into running a bookies …

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Tim Cook 47:23

4M ago47:23

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This week we have Tim Cook - CEO of Apple - joining us for brunch at mums. Sandwiched between a meeting with the Prime Minister and afternoon tea with the King & Queen, Tim popped over to join us in Clapham and mum rustled up a Kedgeree. Tim brought us his favourite Californian Chardonnay and some very special spiced apple jam made from the fruits …

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TwoMacs Podcast Ep 31 Cathal O'Neill 1:07:35

4M ago1:07:35

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Cathal O'Neill - On Song Player To perform well is to be "on song," and the term applies to newly appointed Derrytresk chairman Cathal O'Neill in more ways than one. Not only has he achieved great success on the football field at club and county level, but he also won the All-Ireland singing competition at the 2011 fleadh in Cavan. In 2015 he relea…

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Colman Domingo 55:32

4M ago55:32

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This week, we’re thrilled to welcome our new best friend, the incredible Colman Domingo! One of the best-dressed men in Hollywood (with a velvet voice that could melt butter), Colman joined us for a Goat’s Cheese tart from mum’s latest cookbook obsession, Sunlight & Breadcrumbs, beetroot salad, Nigella’s moon-blushed tomatoes, followed by a meringu…

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TwoMacs Podcast EP 30 The Story Continues 57:09

4M ago57:09

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The Story Continues John Lennon sang: 'So this is Christmas and what have you done? Another year over, a new one just begun.' In this first podcast of 2025 Ronan and Martin reflect on the past year with special reference to stories and their adventures as TwoMacs. Each human life can be told as a story with its own cast of characters. Ronan speaks …

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Jesse Eisenberg 46:39

4M ago46:39

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Happy New Year! We have a corker of an episode to kick of the 2025 season, the delightful Jesse Eisenberg. Jesse popped over for a late lunch to celebrate the release of his new film ‘A Real Pain’ which is beautiful. We learnt all about filming in Poland, working with his 8 year old son to create a home restaurant, celebrating ‘Thanksliving’ where …

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Christmas Bites 46:15

5M ago46:15

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So here it is, Merry Christmas! We have a bumper special episode for you today catching up with 5 glorious guests from previous episodes to see what their Christmas plans and traditions are. We’re dialling into join Vanessa Williams live from the West End, Sophie Ellis Bextor as she rehearses for her New Years Eve TV special, Richard Curtis & Emma …

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James Corden & Ruth Jones 58:22

5M ago58:22

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Oh, what’s occurring? We’ve only got Ruth Jones & James Corden - aka Smithy & Nessa - joining us for dinner! The creators and stars of hit and beloved comedy, Gavin & Stacey popped round to tell us all the exclusives about the upcoming Christmas special and final ever episode. After binging the entire 3 series in a week, I have a lot of questions. …

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The Killing Of Sergeant Joe Campbell 43:56

5M ago43:56

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Sergeant Joe Campbell was a Catholic RUC officer who was well respected by the people he looked after in the small seaside village of Cushendall up in the Glens of Antrim. At the time, the RUC was an overwhelmingly Protestant police force and Joe knew that there were some in the organisation who didn't want a Catholic working in their midst. In 197…

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Bonus Episode: Gabby Logan 51:45

5M ago51:45

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We’ve got a very special bonus episode for you to brighten up your Monday morning! The fabulous Gabby Logan joined us for lunch and a game of Secret Santa courtesy of Deliveroo. As well as giving each other amazing gifts, we also learned that Gabby grew up in a sporty household, trained as a rhythmic gymnast in her youth, loved trying all the diffe…

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TwoMacs Podcast Ep29 Mickey Mansell 57:22

5M ago57:22

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There's only one Mickey Mansell!.. The Clonoe Cyclone dropped in for a chat before heading off to the World Darts Championship set to commence at Alexandra Palace on Sunday. Fresh from his marvellous display at the Grand Slam of Darts, Mickey recalls how retrieving a thrown-out dart board began his passion for stepping up to the oche, competing in …

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Chris O'Dowd & Dawn O'Porter 1:02:52

5M ago1:02:52

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It’s time for a very special live episode with the iconic Chris O’Dowd & Dawn O’Porter, all in aid of the fabulous charity Choose Love. Recorded live at the Union Chapel with an incredible audience, mum rustled up a bunch of gorgeous canapés for our guests and she even brought a vat of her famous chicken soup for some lucky audience members. Chris …

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