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Dan McDonnell joins Joe and Will to recap many of the hot talking points from the world of football, from Mo Salah’s off-the-bench performance in Anfield to Enzo Maresca’s outburst. First, the lads break down a bizarre situation at Celtic before Dan tells us about his travels to Iceland and what the people there think of the Ireland boss. Then, Jonathan Wilson joins Joe to talk about AFCON, why it has been moved to a December kick-off and who is favoured in a competition that often gets less respect than it deserves. Football on Indo Sport is sponsored by Sky Sports If you'd like to join us at the next edition of Indo Sport LIVE on January 30th, you can get your tickets here: https://www.thehelix.ie/indosportrugbylive2026 🎟️

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In the final episode of the Same But Different series presented by Indo Sport, Alanna Cunnane explores why certain injuries, like ACL tears and concussions, may be more common in women’s sport. From the nature v nurture debate, to the impact of made to measure design when it comes to things like bespoke women’s football boots - this episode examines how anatomy, systemic environments and the gender data gap all interest to shape an athlete’s experience. The challenges and potential solutions facing the evolving field of injury prevention for female athletes come into focus, with thoughtful insights from former Irish rugby international and researcher Kathryn Dane, to IDA sports co-founder Laura Youngson and academics Siobhan O'Connor and Robin Healy. You can find more from the Same But Different series here - https://www.independent.ie/tag/same-but-different ??

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Michael Verney has crossed from the Indo GAA world to join Joe and Will in the Friday-est of Friday Bits & Bobs. There’s plenty in the mailbag, with the return of Ally Pally darts (though there's Lakeside love) Dublin super clubs and a defence of rugby all on the menu. The team also break down Evan Ferguson’s Roma goals and look ahead to an expensive FIFA World Cup. The Indo GAA podcast are having a Q&A session next week, email indogaapodcast@independent.ie As for Bits & Bobs, - and indeed Bits & Baubles - you can email us at indosportpodcast@independent.ie You can subscribe to our dedicated Indo Sport YouTube page here: https://www.youtube.com/@IndoSportPodcast

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Seven-time All-Ireland winner Brian Fenton joins Joe Molloy in studio to reflect on a glorious decade in Dublin blue, his ascent to cementing his status as one of the game's all-time greats, the decision to step away at just 31, and his plans for the future, on and off the pitch. If you'd like to get in touch with the show, email us at indosportpodcast@independent.ie ✉️ You can subscribe to our dedicated Indo Sport YouTube page here: https://www.youtube.com/@IndoSportPodcast 📹 Our GAA podcast coverage is sponsored by AIB.

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Joe is joined in studio by former Ireland and England cricketer Ed Joyce to discuss England's awful start to the Ashes in Australia and the state of Irish cricket. Ed breaks down the strengths and weaknesses of England's 'Bazball' approach, remembers his own Ashes experience in Australia and assesses the international scene in Ireland ahead of next year's T20 Cricket World Cup. He also looks back on an international career that saw him represent both Ireland and England.

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Late last month, we travelled to south Derry to spend an evening embedded with CLG Sleacht Néill to learn about the ties that bind the community and the GAA. From longstanding club members, to All Star footballers, to the next generation, Joe chatted to people of all different ages to get an insight into why Slaughtneil is driven by not only maintaining and excelling in all four codes, but also a love of the Irish language and how the GAA can bring people together. Our GAA coverage on the Indo Sport podcast is sponsored by AIB.

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Joe is joined by Ian Madigan and Ruaidhri O'Connor to discuss an eventful opening weekend of Champions Cup action. Munster's humbling in Bath, Leinster's patchy outing against Harlequins and whether Ireland's current style of play is fit for purpose is all on the menu. Joe also asks Ian and Ruaidhri whether Irish rugby stars are suffering from a degree of 'flatness' midway through the World Cup cycle. Our rugby coverage on the Indo Sport podcast is sponsored by Energia.

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Joe, Conan and Conor convene for a jam-packed Monday Bits & Bobs coming hot on the heels of another chapter in the Liverpool drama, as Mo Salah’s outburst makes us ask if the club are in a situation where they must back either Arne Slot or Salah. FIFA’s bizarre World Cup draw, Trump’s prize, Arsenal’s slowdown and Celtic’s managerial hokey-cokey round off the soccer chat, before drama across the world of club GAA starts a debate. Plus - Conor’s evening out watch Emile Heskey and Stephen Ireland play an over-35s clash in Dublin. If you'd like to get in touch with the show, email us at indosportpodcast@independent.ie ?? You can subscribe to our dedicated Indo Sport YouTube page here: https://www.youtube.com/@IndoSportPodcast ??

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In this second episode of the Same But Different series presented by Indo Sport, Alanna Cunnane examines how female athletes choose to prepare for life after sport, and sometimes even pursue some ventures during their playing career as a side(line) hustle. Olympian Nadia Power and former footballer Stephanie Zambra (Ni Roche) talk about how they’ve set up their own businesses, while former Irish rugby international Fiona Hayes delves into her leap into the coaching sphere. You can find more from the Same But Different series here - https://www.independent.ie/tag/same-but-different .

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Conor McKeon joins Joe and Will for this weekend edition of Bits & Bobs, coming with thanks to anyone whose Spotify wrapped featured the show! The act of persiflage, GAA demographics, Ronnie O’Sullivan at 50, Kellie Harrington’s future and a look-ahead to an interview Conor has this weekend all feature in a classically weaving instalment. If you'd like to get in touch with the show, email us at indosportpodcast@independent.ie ✉️ You can subscribe to our dedicated Indo Sport YouTube page here: https://www.youtube.com/@IndoSportPodcast 📹

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Joe is joined by Will and Shane Brennan for a long overdue NFL check in as the regular season heats up. New England and Chicago's resurgence, Philadelphia and Kansas City's decline and the prospect of more NFL games in Ireland are all up for discussion. Bill Belichick's year to forget and a big college football coaching controversy are also on the menu.

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Joe is joined in studio by Nadine Doherty to discuss the new rules coming to ladies football and the LGFA's media blackout around them. Nadine discusses the changes that might be coming to the sport, the lack of female coaches in inter-county ladies football and the product as a whole. Our GAA coverage on the Indo Sport podcast is sponsored by AIB.

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Joe is joined by Ian Madigan and Ruaidhri O'Connor to react to Ireland's 2027 World Cup draw and look ahead to the opening weekend of the Champions Cup. Ruaidhri and Ian outline why Ireland will never have a better chance to win a World Cup quarter-final after today's draw, while Jacques Nienaber's recent Supersport interview is also on the menu. Munster's daunting trip to Bath and whether Leinster are still at Europe's top table are also up for discussion. Our rugby coverage on Indo Sport is brought to you by Energia.

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Today's episode is a look inside Rory McIlroy's year of years. From a Masters masterpiece to Ryder Cup glory and an Irish Open eagle to remember in between, 2025 had it all for Rory. Amid all the glory there was his post-Masters slump and his skirmishes with the media, as Joe looks back the most memorable 12 months of McIlroy's career. Produced by Will Slattery and Ronan Mullen. Research by Alanna Cunnane and Catherine Murphy. Sound Design by Adam Shanahan

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Joe, Ronan & Conan congregate for this Monday installment of Bits & Bobs. If you'd like to get in touch with the show, email us at indosportpodcast@independent.ie ?? You can subscribe to our dedicated Indo Sport YouTube page here: https://www.youtube.com/@IndoSportPodcast ??

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Gary Breen is on hand to recap the weekend that was in the Premier League on this Monday's edition of The Football Show. Our football coverage on the Indo Sport podcast is sponsored by Sky Sports. If you'd like to get in touch with the show, email us at indosportpodcast@independent.ie ✉️ You can subscribe to our dedicated Indo Sport YouTube page here: https://www.youtube.com/@IndoSportPodcast 📹

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In this first audio component of the Same But Different series presented by Indo Sport, Alanna Cunnane looks at what it means to be feminine within sport and how some athletes choose to harness their appearance to fine tune their performance. Where once female athletes may have been expected to fit into a certain mould, they now refuse to be boxed in - utilising their autonomy to show up as their authentic selves within their various sporting arenas. Boxer Grainne Walsh, sprinter Sophie Becker and footballer / AFLW player Sarah Rowe all provide their perspective on the topic, touching on their own self confidence, the body image ideals that they’ve grappled with and how they embrace their own personal identities outside of the ring, track and pitch. You can find more from the Same But Different series here - https://www.independent.ie/tag/same-but-different ??

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It’s a producers special for this weekend Bits & Bobs, as Ronan and Will join Joe with plenty of listener emails on the desk. The lads also react to The Telegraph’s list of top sports broadcasters, Ronan has some travel advice to hand, and we belatedly get to some news about the show 🏆 If you'd like to get in touch with the show, email us at indosportpodcast@independent.ie ✉️ You can subscribe to our dedicated Indo Sport YouTube page here: https://www.youtube.com/@IndoSportPodcast 📹

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Today, we introduce Same But Different, an upcoming podcast series by Indo Sport's own Alanna Cunnane. Over the next three Saturdays, Alanna will explore the unique characteristics and distinct identity of women’s sport – not necessarily in comparison to men’s, but rather on its own terms. Across more than 30 interviews, Alanna has delved into the forces shaping this new era: from femininity and body image, to equipment design, commercial growth, leadership, coaching pathways, menstrual health, injury research, and whether long-standing rules still serve today’s athletes. You can find all components of the Same But Different series here: https://www.independent.ie/tag/same-but-different ?? On today's show, Alanna joins Joe to outline the core question driving the project: as women’s sport accelerates, can it embrace its differences, challenge inherited systems, and forge a future defined by equity as much as equality? This episode breaks down the major themes, the gender data gap researchers are racing to close, and the practical supports, from coaching structures to product design, that can actually make sport work better for women. We also explore the growing commercial landscape, and the innovative programmes and research centres shaping what comes next.

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Joe is joined by Miguel Delaney to discuss Arne Slot's future after another disastrous Liverpool defeat. Before that, Ronan and Will pop into the studio to react to Liverpool's Champions League meltdown, Declan Rice's tactical appreciation of Bayern Munich and FIFA's decision to save Cristiano Ronaldo's World Cup campaign. Our football coverage on the Indo Sport podcast is brought to you by Sky Sports.

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Will Slattery is joined in studio by Andrew Porter to discuss his mental health journey, Saturday's tough outing against South Africa and his new book, Heart On My Sleeve. Andrew talks openly about his tough teenage years, how he developed an eating disorder after the death of his mother and the struggles that came after. He also discusses life with the Lions, being a new father and Leinster's quest to finally win a Champions Cup. For anyone affected by this conversation, the Samaritans’ freephone number is 116 123; they are contactable day and night. Our rugby coverage on the Indo Sport podcast is brought to you by Energia.

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Five-time Champion Jockey Oisin Murphy joins Joe in studio for an interview that is as broad as it is honest. Oisin opens up about living the incredibly hectic life of a jockey while dealing with addiction, a challenge that has brought relapses, car accidents, reconciliation and redemption. Oisin also talks about the hard work he has put in to staying at the top of his game, and whether the 30-year-old believes his career will be a long one. You can find Oisin Murphy's new book, 'Sacrifice: A Year in the Life of a Champion Jockey', in book stores now.

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Jonathan Wilson is on hand to recap Manchester United's latest lapse, and a striking win for Everton [in the realest way possible]. We also discuss Jamie Carragher's drive-by on Mo Salah, how Irish football became the hottest ticket in town, and an unexpected ode to former Sky Sports commentator Alan Parry. If you'd like to get in touch with the show, email us at indosportpodcast@independent.ie ✉️ You can subscribe to our dedicated Indo Sport YouTube page here: https://www.youtube.com/@IndoSportPodcast 📹

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Conor McKeon joins Joe and Will for this Monday edition of Bits & Bobs with the Ireland manager’s comments on the away fans section at Lansdowne Road front of mind. The team reacts to the news that both Evan Ferguson and Troy Parrott were on target in Europe, breaks down why the spectacle of rugby has changed, and Will has his 30 seconds on the Ashes. Meanwhile, the lads discuss whether the GAA Club season will ever capture the national attention in the way many hoped. If you'd like to get in touch with the show, email us at indosportpodcast@independent.ie ✉️ You can subscribe to our dedicated Indo Sport YouTube page here: https://www.youtube.com/@IndoSportPodcast 📹

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Joe is joined by Ian Madigan to break down Ireland's chastening defeat to the Springboks and to discuss whether Andy Farrell's side are still at rugby's top table. Scrum problems, discipline woes and an inability to break down South Africa's defence are all on the agenda, as Ian tries to pick through where Ireland go from here with France in the Six Nations just 10 weeks away. Our rugby coverage on the Indo Sport podcast is brought to you by Energia.

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Yellow cards, scrum problems and a general sense of whether Ireland have fallen behind in 2025 come to the boil as Sinéad Kissane, Rúaidhrí O'Connor and Cian Tracey break down South Africa's win in Dublin from the Aviva Stadium. Rugby on Indo Sport is sponsored by Energia

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Joe is joined by Will and Ruaidhri O'Connor for another pre-kend episode of Bits and Bobs that reacts to Ireland's World Cup playoff draw and continues to bask in the glow of last weekend's heroics. The price of tickets for Ireland's November internationals is also on the menu while Will successfully lobbies Joe to discuss some Ashes cricket.

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Joe is joined by Eddie O'Sullivan and Cian Tracey to break down Ireland's team selection to face the Springboks ahead of Saturday's showdown. The panel discuss why Andy Farrell favours Sam Prendergast, whether this South Africa team is the greatest international side ever and the possibility of Leinster's Jacques Nienaber rejoining his former side before the World Cup. Rugby on the Indo Sport podcast is sponsored by Energia.

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Joe is joined by an all-star panel to discuss the state of sports journalism in 2025 and how the industry has changed in recent years. John Greene, Sinead Kissane and Kieran Cunningham weigh in on the challenges facing journalists today, the new skills reporters require and what the media landscape might look like in ten years.

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[Somewhat] fresh from Sunday's mesmerising events in Budapest, Indo Sport's Daniel McDonnell assesses the outcomes and outpourings which have followed, and what this unprecedented international window means for Ireland's World Cup prospects. He also brings us an exclusive interview with former Shels manager Damien Duff, speaking for the first time of his shock departure from the then LOI champions, the aftermath, and plenty more besides. Football coverage on the Indo Sport podcast is sponsored by Sky Sports ⚽️

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Joe is joined in studio by Ian Madigan to break down Ireland's record win over Australia and look ahead to next weekend's showdown with South Africa. Mack Hansen's performance at fullback, whether Sam Prendergast or Jack Crowley should start against the Springboks and the pros and cons of moving Caelan Doris to number seven are all on the menu. Our rugby coverage on the Indo Sport podcast is sponsored by Energia.

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A bigger moment than Robbie Brady's goal against Italy in 2016? It doesn't matter, does it? We have another moment. Troy Parrott drags Ireland from its football slump, completing a hat-trick to beat Hungary in the Puskas Arena in the 96th minute. The celebrations were phenomenal, not just on the pitch, not just in the stands, but around the world, and the post-match reactions were heartfelt. To do it justice, Joe has assembled an ensemble preamble cast, he speaks with Damien Delaney to dissect the famous win and he goes to Aidan FItzmaurice, still in Budapest.

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Sinéad Kissane, Rúaidhrí O'Connor and Cian Tracey deliver their verdict from the Aviva Stadium as an early Mack Hansen hat-trick set the tone for a strong Ireland display, defeating Australia 46-19

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The Republic of Ireland football team have a magical way of injecting the Friday feeling after a victory that has kept World Cup 26 hopes very much alive, and in the most entertaining way possible thanks in no small part to Cristiano Ronaldo. Gary Breen joins Joe to break down why this victory was one that looked and felt like an Ireland team, and to outline what’s at stake for players who performed well in Dublin. First, Dan McDonnell is already in Budapest, but he dials in to give his sense of last night’s atmosphere, how Troy Parrott’s freedom from English football desire helped his development, and what next for Heimir. Football on Indo Sport is sponsored by Sky Sports

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Joe is joined in studio by Ian Madigan and Ruaidhri O'Connor to break down Ireland's selection to face Australia and discuss why the team needs to revert to 'old school' tactics. Ruaidhri explains why he thinks Andy Farrell is becoming more ruthless midway through the World Cup cycle while Ian discusses the recent lineout woes. South Africa's impressive win in Paris and whether Ireland's handling has declined is up for discussion too. Our rugby coverage on the Indo Sport podcast is sponsored by Energia.

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Conor McKeon (on his phone) joins Joe (with a smashed phone) and Will for this Thursday ‘prekend’ edition of Bits & Bobs. The team discuss the news that Dublin will host seven Euro 2028 games, express their disinterest in the anticipated Paul/Joshua fight, and we ask why our sports stars aren’t that little more chippy with their in-team competitors. Meanwhile, Conor gives a deep dive into the complexity of the GAA’s ethical questions around their insurance sponsors. If you'd like to get in touch with the show, email us at indosportpodcast@independent.ie ✉️ You can subscribe to our dedicated Indo Sport YouTube page here: https://www.youtube.com/@IndoSportPodcast 📹

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Joe is joined by Pippa York to discuss her new book, The Escape, which explores life in the Tour de France peloton as Robert Millar, and her decision to transition to live life as a woman. Pippa takes Joe through the cutthroat world of professional cycling in the 1980s and explains why she made the decision to dope during her career. After retiring from cycling, Robert Millar disappeared from public life until reemerging as Pippa York in 2017. She talks to Joe about coming to terms with her identity and what came after.

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Dan McDonnell joins Joe in studio ahead of the upcoming international window that sees Ireland face Portugal and Hungary. The lads chat through how Heimir Hallgrímsson’s side might line out, discuss permutations for World Cup qualification and ask the question - why are Ireland so nice to play against? They also review the League of Ireland season, diving into the looming dominance of Shamrock Rovers, St Pat’s disappointing season under Stephen Kenny and all the latest of what’s going on at Dundalk & Cork. If you'd like to get in touch with the show, email us at indosportpodcast@independent.ie ✉️ You can subscribe to our dedicated Indo Sport YouTube page here: https://www.youtube.com/@IndoSportPodcast 📹 Our football coverage on the Indo Sport podcast is sponsored by Sky Sports.

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It's a Monday episode of Bits & Bobs as Joe is joined in studio by Ronan and a returning Conan to break down the weekend's talking points. The latest GAA brawl, Ireland's 'Charity Shield' outing against Japan and Conor Bradley's international pathway are all up for discussion. Joe also goes through some emails and Conan expands on why Derry loves Halloween.

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Damien Delaney joins Joe Molloy to recap the weekend that was in the world of football. Our football coverage on the Indo Sport podcast is sponsored by Sky Sports. If you'd like to get in touch with the show, email us at indosportpodcast@independent.ie ✉️ You can subscribe to our dedicated Indo Sport YouTube page here: https://www.youtube.com/@IndoSportPodcast 📹

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Sinead Kissane, Ruaidhri O'Connor & Cian Tracey assemble post-match at the Aviva Stadium to recap a largely patchy Ireland performance versus Japan. Rugby coverage on the Indo Sport podcast is sponsored by Energia.

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Joe, Will & Ronan assemble to tee you up for the weekend ahead on this Friday edition of Bits & Bobs. If you'd like to get in touch with the show, email us at indosportpodcast@independent.ie ✉️ You can subscribe to our dedicated Indo Sport YouTube page here: https://www.youtube.com/@IndoSportPodcast 📹

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Eddie O'Sullivan joins Joe to gives us his thoughts on the defeat to New Zealand in Chicago and looks ahead to Saturday's clash with Japan. The former Ireland head coach gives us his firsthand experiences of dealing with an 'ageing squad' and explains why Farrell just needs to keep on winning. Joining us on the line from America, Eddie also talks us through where the sport's development is Stateside ahead of the country hosting the 2031 World Cup. Our rugby coverage on the Indo Sport podcast is sponsored by Energia.

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Gabriele Marcotti joins Joe, Ronan & Will to cast his all-seeing European football eye over this midweek's Champions League proceedings. If you'd like to get in touch with the show, email us at indosportpodcast@independent.ie ✉️ You can subscribe to our dedicated Indo Sport YouTube page here: https://www.youtube.com/@IndoSportPodcast 📹 Our football coverage on the Indo Sport podcast is sponsored by Sky Sports.

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Joe is joined by Martin Breheny and Michael Verney as they pull back the curtain on what it is like to be on the GAA All Stars committee. Martin explains why he resigned from the voting panel and didn't return for 14 years while Michael goes through what the debates will be like in the room this week and how the voting process works. Joe also asks Martin about his experience working with DJ Carey on his autobiography in 2013. Our GAA coverage on the Indo Sport podcast is sponsored by AIB.

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Joe, Will & Conor reassemble to recap a packed weekend of sporting fare on this Monday's edition of Bits & Bobs. If you'd like to get in touch with the show, email us at indosportpodcast@independent.ie ✉️ You can subscribe to our dedicated Indo Sport YouTube page here: https://www.youtube.com/@IndoSportPodcast 📹

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Joe is joined by Ian Madigan and Ruaidhri O'Connor to break down Ireland's loss to the All Blacks in Chicago. Ian thinks rugby has swung back towards a kick-oriented game, which Ireland are struggling to adapt to, while Ruaidhri is concerned about the state of Ireland's attack. The poor TV product in Chicago, Tadhg Beirne's controversial red card and Ireland's lack of x-factor are all on the menu too. Our rugby coverage on the Indo Sport podcast is brought to you by Energia.

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Irish Independent rugby writers Cian Tracey & Rúaidhrí O’Connor convene post-match in Chicago to recap Ireland's disappointing 26-13 defeat to New Zealand at Soldier Field. The lads analyse what went wrong for Ireland and where they go from here, as Andy Farrell’s side lose to the All Blacks for a third consecutive time. Rugby coverage on the Indo Sport podcast is in association with Energia 🏉

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Joe is joined by Ronan & Dan for a Friday episode of Bits & Bobs that covers Evan Ferguson's latest setback, the best way to spend Halloween, and Dundalk conspiracy theories. DJ Carey's fall from grace, Paul Scholes' vulnerable appearance on Stick to Football, and the reaction to Joe's attempt to learn the piano are all on the menu too. If you'd like to get in touch with the show, email us at indosportpodcast@independent.ie ✉️ You can subscribe to our dedicated Indo Sport YouTube page here: https://www.youtube.com/@IndoSportPodcast 📹

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Joe is joined by Ian Madigan and Cian Tracey for our big Chicago preview with Ireland facing questions of being undercooked and New Zealand under pressure to prove they are still one of the world's best teams. Ian identifies the tweaks Ireland need to make to their game plan to have continued success while Cian breaks down the big decisions Andy Farrell made in his team selection. Our rugby coverage on the Indo Sport podcast is brought to you by Energia.

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Dublin football legend Ciaran Whelan joins Joe in studio to chat about his memorable life and times. A self-acknowledged 'Dublin Inbetweener' who missed out on All-Ireland glory during his time in blue, he relives the emotions of watching his former teammates end a 16-year wait for Sam Maguire, the indelible marks of near misses which predated 2011, and some of the iconic games he partook in during the vibrant nineties & noughties. Ciaran also talks about how football has evolved during his time in punditry, the critiques which have followed, and his recent ascent to the rank of Sunday Game 'senior analyst'. You can subscribe to our dedicated Indo Sport YouTube page here: https://www.youtube.com/@IndoSportPodcast 📹 Our GAA Podcast coverage is with thanks to AIB 🏐

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Jonathan Wilson is on hand to recap some of the latest talking points from around the world of football, including the shifting tactical priorities of top teams, Liverpool's shaky spell, Arsenal's assuredness, Man United's unexpected purple patch, and Jude Bellingham's unusual England trajectory. Joe, Ronan & Will also discuss Martin O'Neill's grand return to Parkhead, whether Robbie Keane could be in the frame to land the permanent gig, and whether football punditry is the best path to learning a second language.

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Joe is joined in studio by Méabh De Búrca to reflect on Ireland's Nations League playoff success over Belgium. Méabh thinks we saw a major leap forward in the team's development under Carla Ward while the result means that Ireland have taken an important step towards qualifying for the next World Cup. Before Méabh joins the show, Alanna Cunnane pops into studio to give her verdict on an impressive two games for Ireland. Our football coverage on the Indo Sport podcast is brought to you by Sky Sports.

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Joe is joined once again by Conor and Will for a Tuesday Bits & Bobs that discusses Dermot Desmond's falling out with Brendan Rodgers and the contrasting form of Liverpool and Man United. Ava Crean's stunning marathon performance and Joe's birthday cake appearance are on the menu too.

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Joe is joined in studio by Rob Kearney to look back on Ireland's first-ever win over the All Blacks in Chicago in 2016. Rob explains the pressure he felt going into that game against a rampant New Zealand side and how Joe Schmidt issued him an ultimatum minutes before kick off. Rob also assesses where Andy Farrell's Ireland squad are at ahead of this Saturday's rematch against the All Blacks and whether the concerns he has over Leinster's start to the season. Our rugby coverage on the Indo Sport podcast is brought to you by Energia.

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Will is joined by Hugo Keenan to discuss his series-winning contribution on the Lions tour to Australia. Hugo discusses his illness-hit start to the tour, how he got back into the Test team and how Ireland opened up their playbook to their Six Nations rivals. He also gives an update on his injury recovery after having hip surgery over the summer. Rugby on the Indo Sport podcast is in association with Energia.

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Joe is joined by Conor and Will for a Friday Bits and Bobs that touches on Mo Salah's social media snub of Liverpool, Wayne Rooney at 40 and Leinster's latest out-half prospect. Henry Shefflin's managerial future, betting scandals in sport and Conor's phone use in studio are on the Bits and Bobs menu too.

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Joe is joined in studio by Jackie McCarthy O'Brien, a former Ireland football and rugby international, to discuss her new book, We Made It Kid,  that covers the ups and downs of her remarkable life. Jackie talks to Joe about being separated from her mother as a baby, how football changed her life and dealing with racism in Ireland.

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Ahead of the 44th Irish Life Dublin Marathon, Joe is joined by PerfectPacing.com’s Emmett Dunleavy, race pacer Olwyn Dunne, and one of the few remaining ‘Dublin Originals’ Martin Kelly, who has run every single marathon since its inception in 1980! You can email us at Indosportpodcast@independent.ie

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Joe is joined by Will and Aidan O'Hara for a Tuesday Bits and Bobs that covers friendship, Andy Farrell's November decisions and Irishman Jude McAtamney's bruising NFL experience. Keith Andrews' latest win, Jurgen Klopp's future and the upcoming baseball world series are on the menu too.

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Ian Madigan & Ruaidhri O'Connor are on hand to recap an electric Leinster-Munster meeting at Croke Park, where Clayton McMillan's side delivered a statement win, and perhaps left Andy Farrell with plenty to consider heading into the upcoming November internationals. If you'd like to get in touch with the show, email us at indosportpodcast@independent.ie ✉️ You can subscribe to our dedicated Indo Sport YouTube page here: https://www.youtube.com/@IndoSportPodcast 📹

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Damien Delaney joins Joe to recap the weekend that was in the Premier League, after Manchester United notched a first Anfield win in well-nigh a decade. The lads assess what ails Liverpool at present, and whether or not Ruben Amorim's side can finally capitalise on a rare ray of optimism. If you'd like to get in touch with the show, email us at indosportpodcast@independent.ie ✉️ You can subscribe to our dedicated Indo Sport YouTube page here: https://www.youtube.com/@IndoSportPodcast 📹

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Joe is joined for a Friday Bits and Bobs by two regulars, Dan McDonnell and Ruaidhri O'Connor - who it turns out have been best friends since their college days. Dan and Ruaidhri discuss the origin of their friendship with Joe, as well as the atmosphere at Ireland football matches and why we all care so much about sport. You can email us at Indosportpodcast@independent.ie

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Olympic Gold medalist Rhys McClenaghan is in studio today to reflect on his triumph in Paris one year on. Rhys talks to Will Slattery about the moment he became an Olympic champion, how he delivers under pressure and the tactics that go into picking your routine. The 26-year-old also delves into his injury struggles since last summer and looks ahead to the prospects of LA in 2028. If you'd like to get in touch with the show, email us at indosportpodcast@independent.ie

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Former Ireland outhalf Ian Madigan joins Indo Sport's Will Slattery & Cian Tracey to assess Andy Farrell's squad selection for the upcoming November internationals, and to look ahead to this weekend's Leinster-Munster meeting at Croke Park. If you'd like to get in touch with the show, email us at indosportpodcast@independent.ie ✉️ You can subscribe to our dedicated Indo Sport YouTube page here: https://www.youtube.com/@IndoSportPodcast 📹

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Damien Delaney joins Joe Molloy to break down Ireland’s uninspiring victory over Armenia, the failings which have undermined this campaign, what we can glean from Heimir Hallgrímsson's selection, and the nature of the performance which followed. If you'd like to get in touch with the show, email us at indosportpodcast@independent.ie You can subscribe to our dedicated Indo Sport YouTube page here: https://www.youtube.com/@IndoSportPodcast 📹

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Joe is joined by Ronan and Conor for a Tuesday episode of Bits and Bobs that covers the Enhanced Games, the Dublin marathon and the next era of Rory McIlroy's career. The emergence of Ciaran McDonald's son Kobe, Northern Ireland's effort against Germany and the problem with modern punditry is on the menu too. If you'd like to get in touch with the show, email us at indosportpodcast@independent.ie ✉️ You can subscribe to our dedicated Indo Sport YouTube page here: https://www.youtube.com/@IndoSportPodcast 📹

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Joe is joined in studio by Dan McDonnell and by Gary Breen to assess Ireland's late defeat to Portugal on Saturday and look ahead to Tuesday's must-win home qualifier against Armenia. Gary breaks down Ireland's defensive improvements while the lads are all in agreement that Heimir Hallgrimsson's handling of Seamus Coleman - both last month and in Lisbon - doesn't make sense. Joe is confident the Boys in Green can sweep aside Armenia in the Aviva Stadium tomorrow but the worry around how Ireland perform in the second game of double headers still looms large. Our football coverage on the Indo Sport podcast is in association with Sky Sports.

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Ireland coach Andy Farrell joins Joe Molloy in studio to chat about his new autobiography ‘The Only Way I Know’, his grounding in life & grounding in rugby, as well as how those early beginnings paved the way for a most unique career path. From his stunning teenage debut for Wigan Warriors & the meteoric ascent which followed, navigating his experiences of early fatherhood, through to the many milestones he achieved on the rugby pitch. Andy delves into the challenging transition from league legend to fledgling union player, and how his injury-impacted spell on the sidelines crystallised elements of his coaching philosophies to this day. He also broaches the origin of his time with the Ireland team, from embedding aspects of his own ideology within the Joe Schmidt school, through to taking the reins post a tough 2019 World Cup, and the journey the team has embarked upon under his stewardship. If you'd like to get in touch with the show, email us at indosportpodcast@independent.ie You can subscribe to our dedicated Indo Sport YouTube page here: https://www.youtube.com/@IndoSportPodcast 📹

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Indo Sport's Daniel McDonnell checks in from Lisbon as Ireland gear up for the daunting prospect of a stacked Portugal outfit this weekend, with Heimir Hallgrímsson's side seeking to keep their faint World Cup qualifying hopes alive. Will & Ronan also delve back into the archives, when optimism around the Ireland team was a little more bountiful, and reflect on Thomas Tuchel's abrasive approach to the England job. If you'd like to get in touch with the show, email us at indosportpodcast@independent.ie ✉️ You can subscribe to our dedicated Indo Sport YouTube page here: https://www.youtube.com/@IndoSportPodcast 📹

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Joe, Ronan & Will assemble for Thursday's Bits & Bobs to discuss Jim Ratcliffe's backing of Ruben Amorim, his Jeremy Corbyn-shaped reasons for moving to Monaco, and how the 72-year-old has never [never!] received a free lunch. The lads also chat about the ticket pricing of rugby matches, Steven Gerrard's comments about England's Golden generation, and the fall-out over wearing jerseys to matches continues. Ronan gets the chance to pay tribute to the career of Armagh great Stefan 'Soupy' Campbell, and Will's trivia knowledge is once again tested. If you'd like to get in touch with the show, email us at indosportpodcast@independent.ie ✉️ You can subscribe to our dedicated Indo Sport YouTube page here: https://www.youtube.com/@IndoSportPodcast 📹

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The early-season form of Jack Crowley and Sam Prendergast is up for discussion as Joe is joined in studio by Ian Madigan and Ruaidhri O'Connor. The lads break down how Ireland's two number ten contenders are performing before moving on to some of the selection dilemmas facing Andy Farrell ahead of the November internationals. Ruaidhri also gives some information regarding the latest doping case in South African rugby. Our rugby coverage on the Indo Sport podcast is brought to you by Energia.

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Joe is joined in studio by Bohemians' Chief Operating Officer Daniel Lambert - who also manages Kneecap. Daniel goes into detail on the marketing behind Bohs, including their innovative jersey partnerships with the likes of Oasis. He also explains how he ended up managing Kneecap, and delves into their recent court cases and clashes with some of the most powerful people in the music industry.

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Joe, Dan McDonnell and Conor McKeon assemble for a Tuesday episode of Bits and Bobs that deals with the fallout of Jim Gavin's failed presidential campaign and asks why we put our sportspeople on a pedestal. Ireland's intimidating trip to Portugal, Stephen Kenny's disappointing season and the FAI's budget boost are all on the menu too.

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Miguel Delaney is on hand to recap the weekend that was in the Premier League, as Liverpool's recent blip saw them undone once more at Stamford Bridge. Is this just an early recalibration problem for Arne Slot's new-look side, or a cause for more concern? Football coverage on the Indo Sport podcast is in association with Sky Sports. If you'd like to get in touch with the show, email us at indosportpodcast@independent.ie ✉️ You can subscribe to our dedicated Indo Sport YouTube page here: https://www.youtube.com/@IndoSportPodcast 📹

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Joe is joined by Irish Independent Ireland editor Fionnan Sheehan to discuss Jim Gavin's withdrawal from the presidential election. Fionnan discusses the story he broke over the weekend regarding rent Gavin owed to a former tenant, which prompted his withdrawal, as well as the various missteps by his campaign up to this point. Gavin's media performances and what's next for the former Dublin manager are on the menu too. If you'd like to get in touch with the show, email us at indosportpodcast@independent.ie ✉️ You can subscribe to our dedicated Indo Sport YouTube page here: https://www.youtube.com/@IndoSportPodcast 📹

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Joe Molloy, Will Slattery & Ruaidhri O'Connor convene to steer you into the weekend on this Friday edition of Bits & Bobs. If you'd like to get in touch with the show, email us at indosportpodcast@independent.ie ✉️ You can subscribe to our dedicated Indo Sport YouTube page here: https://www.youtube.com/@IndoSportPodcast 📹

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Joe is joined in studio by Kerry legend Marc Ó Sé to discuss his new book reflecting on his family's 40 years of service to Kerry football. Marc chats to Joe about growing up with Darragh and Tomás and playing for his uncle Páidi. His tense relationship with Jack O'Connor and where David Clifford ranks among Kerry greats is on the menu too. Our GAA coverage on the Indo Sport podcast is in association with AIB.

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The URC returned as Leinster were scoreless, Ulster’s attack was on song, Connacht reflected Stuart Lancaster’s impact and Craig Casey and Jack Crowley both impressed for Munster. Joe is joined by Ian Madigan and Cian Tracey in studio to break it all down. Keep an eye out on the Indo Sport YouTube page for Ian’s analysis of Ulster’s ‘best space’. Follow the page here: https://www.youtube.com/@IndoSportPodcast Rugby on Indo Sport is brought to you by Energia

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From his unlikely beginnings as a trainee hairdresser in Kent, Tony Cascarino rose to become a hero to millions of Irish fans and a star at one of France’s most prestigious clubs. But his life and career weren't without tumult. Ahead of the release of his new documentary on RTE 1, Cascarino chats to Joe about those various peaks and valleys he experienced on and off the pitch. If you'd like to get in touch with the show, email us at indosportpodcast@independent.ie ✉️ You can subscribe to our dedicated Indo Sport YouTube page here: https://www.youtube.com/@IndoSportPodcast 📹

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Joe is joined by Will and the returning Ronan, back just in time for Indo Sport’s first birthday celebration. They debrief on their experience of the NFL in Dublin, chat through the mailbag reaction to Europe’s Ryder Cup victory and discuss which reality TV show would be most likely to see a crossover from an Indo Sport team member. Finally, they also debate a listener's selections for the GAA All Star team of the century - and put Will’s knowledge on this specialist subject in the test.

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The Ryder Cup was an all-time classic as America made Sunday interesting with a storming comeback. Alan Shipnuck and Conor McKeon join Joe to run the rule over a tournament that will be remembered for steel inside the ropes and bile outside them If you'd like to get in touch with the show, email us at indosportpodcast@independent.ie ✉️ You can subscribe to our dedicated Indo Sport YouTube page here: https://www.youtube.com/@IndoSportPodcast 📹

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Former Ireland international Gary Breen joins Joe to recap the Premier League weekend that was on this Monday's edition of The Football Show, after Arsenal capitalised on Liverpool's lapse at Crystal Palace to close the gap in the early going. Joe & Ronan also react to news of a rare Damien Duff sighting, Arne Slot's not-so-subtle shade, Ruben Amorim's ticking clock, and Caoimhin Kelleher's penchant for penalty kicks. If you'd like to get in touch with the show, email us at indosportpodcast@independent.ie ✉️ You can subscribe to our dedicated Indo Sport YouTube page here: https://www.youtube.com/@IndoSportPodcast 📹

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The NFL's maiden game in Ireland saw the 'hometown' Pittsburgh Steelers notch a memorable 24-21 win over the Minnesota Vikings. Shane Brennan & Ronan Mullen convene at Croke Park to reflect on the landmark occasion.

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Joe is joined by Conan and Will for a Friday episode of Bits & Bobs that touches on the beauty of a Ryder Cup sunrise on a Friday morning, the importance of the All-Star awards and whether Ted Lasso is actually any good. We got a big response to our NFL in Dublin podcast with Dave Zirin and the lads respond to your emails and discuss the arrival of America's biggest sports league.

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Will Slattery is joined by Ruaidhri O'Connor to discuss the big impact Stuart Lancaster could have at Connacht ahead of the URC kick off this weekend. The challenges facing Richie Murphy at Ulster and whether Ireland's stars might suffer a Lions hangover are on the menu too. Ruaidhri finishes up by giving his prediction on who will win the URC, the Champions Cup and how the four provinces will get on this season. Rugby coverage on the Indo Sport podcast is brought to you by Energia.

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Ireland co-captain Sam Monaghan joins Will to review a World Cup campaign that has given Irish rugby plenty of reason to carry momentum. She also breaks down what it was like to be on field during the biting incident against France. Will and Sam also preview this weekend's Rugby World Cup final between England and Canada Rugby on Indo Sport is in association with Energia.

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As the NFL rolls into town this week, Joe chats to US journalist Dave Zirin to discuss whether Ireland should welcome America's biggest sporting organisation with open arms. Dave argues that the NFL's relationship with the US military and the White House means Ireland should be wary of hosting Sunday's game in Croke Park. Before that, Will and Shane Brennan join Joe to discuss how the Ireland game came about, the prospect of more NFL games coming here and to give an insight into the two teams in Dublin, the Pittsburgh Steelers and the Minnesota Vikings.

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Joe is joined by Conor McKeon from Bethpage and golf writer John Huggan to look ahead to this weekend's Ryder Cup showdown between Europe and America. Conor gives all the latest from New York, where Donald Trump is set to appear on Friday. John then joins Joe to break down the two teams and discuss the hostile atmosphere facing Europe on American soil this weekend.

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For this Tuesday Bits & Bobs, Daniel McDonnell (dubbed DAN in our emails) join Joe and Will for a round-up of all that’s happening - including a Ballon D’Or ceremony that missed our calendars, but produced an interesting winner in football’s answer to the Oscars. Elsewhere, we chat about whether Ireland’s athletics fandom is deep or of a bandwagon nature, Dan catches us up with the FAI’s confusion over their Oireachtas pull-out, and Will sets the scene for the URC’s return. Plus - If you'd like to get in touch with the show, email us at indosportpodcast@independent.ie ✉️ You can subscribe to our dedicated Indo Sport YouTube page here: https://www.youtube.com/@IndoSportPodcast 📹

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Joe is joined by Damien Delaney to discuss why top teams are now relying on long throws, packed defences and other old-school tactics. Arsenal's draw with Man City was a game in stark contrast to some of their high quality matches in recent years and Damien has a theory as to why managers are going down that route. He also reminisces on his time under Sam Allardyce and delves into Nathan Collins' recent struggles. Before that, Conan and Will join Joe as Conan gives a breakdown of Aston Villa's early-season struggles. Our football coverage on the Indo Sport podcast is brought to you by Sky Sports.

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Cathal Dennehy dials in after the World Athletics Championships in Tokyo to recap some sensational performances from Irish athletes, with Kate O’Connor winning silver in the heptathlon despite injury as Cian McPhillips runs a fast time yet finishes fourth in the 800m final If you'd like to get in touch with the show, email us at indosportpodcast@independent.ie ✉️ You can subscribe to our dedicated Indo Sport YouTube page here: https://www.youtube.com/@IndoSportPodcast 📹

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Daniel McDonnell joins Joe and Will for this Friday Bits & Bobs, where Conor McKeon’s fatherly advice is still ringing in the ears from the last edition. The lads are in a debating mood - including the new touch-finder tip-off, GPA grants, jazzing up the Ryder Cup and Dan’s take on celebrity political candidates. If you'd like to get in touch with the show, email us at indosportpodcast@independent.ie ✉️ You can subscribe to our dedicated Indo Sport YouTube page here: https://www.youtube.com/@IndoSportPodcast 📹

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Joe is joined by Cathal Dennehy from the World Athletics Championships in Tokyo to discuss Cian McPhillips' sensational run and all the major storylines from around the globe. 23-year-old McPhillips booked his place in the 800m final after setting a national record and Cathal is tipping the Longford runner to be in the medal shake up on Saturday afternoon. Meanwhile, Sydney McLaughlin-Levrone continues to star while Mondo Duplantis broke the pole vault world record (again).

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Miguel Delaney joins Joe for a temperature check on European football, including how the Champions League affect smaller clubs, why Arsenal are in a good position this season thanks to what they’ve learned from rugby, and we assess the favourites to be European champions. First, Will drops in to recap last night’s action as Liverpool won late … again. Football on Indo Sport is in association with Sky Sports If you'd like to get in touch with the show, email us at indosportpodcast@independent.ie ✉️ You can subscribe to our dedicated Indo Sport YouTube page here: https://www.youtube.com/@IndoSportPodcast 📹

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Joe is joined in studio by Ireland star Tadhg Furlong after an eventful summer with the Lions in Australia. Tadhg reflects on his third tour, explains why Andy Farrell is such a good man-manager and discusses his battles with injury over the last 12 months. He also remembers his father James, who died in December 2023 after a long illness, which coincided with Ireland's World Cup campaign in France. Our rugby coverage on the Indo Sport podcast is brought to you by Energia.

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Joe is joined by Ian Madigan and Ruaidhri O'Connor for a rugby check in ahead of the URC kick off next weekend. The lads start by addressing the biting controversy from Ireland's World Cup quarter-final defeat to France last weekend before the chat turns towards Conor Murray's criticism of how Munster was run during his career. What Jacques Nienaber's new contract means for Leinster and the Springboks ominous Rugby Championship win over the All Blacks are up for discussion too. Our rugby coverage on the Indo Sport podcast is brought to you by Energia.

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Joe is joined by Padraig Harrington to look ahead to next week's Ryder Cup showdown between Europe and America. Padraig explains why he thinks Luke Donald's side are stronger on paper and also delves into the duties that make the captaincy a difficult proposition. The hostile 'New York' crowd and the big advantage the home team gets in setting up the course are on the menu too before Padraig gives his final prediction.

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Will Slattery returns from sport-tweeting leave (or paternity leave, I guess) with Conor and Joe in this Monday Bits & Bobs, with his change of perspective to the fore. An email about paid GAA managers, Ireland’s World Cup defeat and Will’s diet of southern hemisphere rugby are on the menu, as the team also reacts to the sad news that Ricky Hatton has died aged 46. Ahead of Conor’s trip to Bethpage, the lads ask if Ryder Cup fever has hit yet, and why Shane Lowry is so well-suited to the competition. If you'd like to get in touch with the show, email us at indosportpodcast@independent.ie ✉️ You can subscribe to our dedicated Indo Sport YouTube page here: https://www.youtube.com/@IndoSportPodcast 📹

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