This podcast started with Richie Power & his amazing career. 12 inter-county All-Irelands, double All-star, an All-Ireland with his club & coming from a family of hurling royalty. The Podcast ends with Richie, for the first time, talking about his gambling addiction. In an emotional, frank and honest interview, Richie explains how the addiction took hold of his life, where he ended up and reaching out for help. Richie and his three-time All Ireland winning father drove the car North to m...
Mar 22, 2022•1 hr 1 min
Darren McCurry rarely does interviews. Allstar, All-Ireland and top-scorer for Tyrone- 2021 was a dream year- but he reveals for the first time if Mickey Harte was still manager, he would have left the squad. In an absorbing interview, McCurry talks losing his mum at 13, the decision by 6 Tyrone players to step back from the panel this year and why he really changed the date for his upcoming wedding. Oisin McConville explains how missing a free taker cost Tyrone an All-Ireland, while McCurry tak...
Mar 15, 2022•50 min
How Antrim hurlers & management found out the Ulster championship will be no more- will raise your brows! Neil McManus takes aim at those in charge of hurling and believes there's an apathy shown towards the sport. He believes the Ulster championship should return and outlines how that could be possible, to the benefit of everyone! "Belfast is the key & we can exploit that" He laughs at the thought of the Tailteann cup receiving the exposure promised- and shows his hurling experience to ...
Mar 08, 2022•48 min
The world of Mags McAlinden was rocked when she was diagnosed with breast cancer. An All-Ireland winning captain in 2012, it was the darkest time of her life. With the help of her family, Clann Eireann & Armagh teammates Mags recalls in detail her remarkable fightback against the disease. Mags is now back playing football for one final year & is hopes to collect an incredible 11th county championship title. This is her story Mags and Oisin McConville also discuss how ladies football has ...
Mar 01, 2022•38 min
Cork senior football manager Keith Ricken is this weeks guest. He talks about the future of 3rd level football and aspirations of Cork. Keith won an All-Ireland with Cork U20's and has a unique way and vision for young people. It's refreshing and makes you think how best do we manage our young people from U6's to senior. We also also plot Corks journey back to the top of the game in the near future, Keiths rebuild job ahead of him and peel beneath the skin of Third level GAA and it's future with...
Feb 22, 2022•57 min
Like you've never heard Conor Laverty before- nothing is off-limits. Meeting Jim McGuinness for the Down senior job, a sick child during championship, behind the scenes of Irelands best club and the drive that motivates one of the most rural places in the country. Conor also discusses why he doesn't drink alcohol, his coaching ambitions, his playing future and how 4 men convinced Mickey Moran to take the managers job- twice! It's a lens into rural Ireland and sport at it's very best. How does a ...
Feb 15, 2022•56 min
The Marquee forward footballer, star hurling defender, 2021 GAA Allstar nominee Shane McGuigan talks being the best, playing both hurling and football and aspirations for Derry. The podcast digs deep into the mindset of one of Irelands great Gaelic footballers- and what makes him tick! With nothing off limits, we talk hopes of winning Sam Maguire, the dilemma of walking away from the sport you love, crying in the toilets in Ballybofey and how he learned to use his right foot during lockdown "I w...
Feb 08, 2022•47 min
Padraig Hampsey sits down with Oisin McConville and Thomas Niblock and discusses winning the Sam Maguire, crowning off the most remarkable sporting story in 2022. A camp in disarray after losing to Kerry, ravaged by covid, but somehow collected the ultimate prize in Irish sport. Hampsey discusses the captaincy, the moment he'll take to the grave, the season and challenges ahead in 2022- and the dream of winning back-to-back All-Ireland titles. Open and honest, Hampsey brings us inside the Tyrone...
Feb 01, 2022•46 min
Fermanagh manager Kieran Donnelly & Oisin McConville both tell Thomas Niblock how they feel the decision at congress was “wrong.” The pair discuss what’s next and what the real problems are. Donnelly talks about Fermanagh plans and Rory Gallagher's earring!
Oct 24, 2021•46 min
Conor Meyler and Niall Morgan lift the lid on Tyrones All-Ireland winning season. They both talk openly about how covid affected them personally and the team. Conor opens up about asking for professional help, “I need to speak with someone” to help his journey to the pinnacle of Gaelic football- and life! Niall Morgan reveals how he was ‘tricked’ into playing for Tyrone and how the decision was made to pull out of the All-Ireland. Both speak emotionally about moment all their dreams came true- c...
Sep 14, 2021•1 hr 2 min
Antrim manager and three-time All-Ireland winner Enda McGinley joins Oisín McConville and Thomas Niblock to discuss his first season in inter-county management. The highs and lows, the problems in Antrim and if the Saffron’s get out of division three. Enda discusses the mentality and dedication needed to become a successful county player and how that balances with club commitments. Máire Treasa Ní Cheallaigh also sits down with recently retired, three-time All-Ireland winning Tipperary hurling c...
Aug 19, 2021•1 hr
Three-time All-Star Conor McManus joins Thomas Niblock and former All-Ireland winner Oisín McConville to discuss how GAA players deal with the pain of defeat. McManus also pays tribute to the Monaghan Under-20 captain Brendan Og Duffy, who died in a car crash last month. They discuss their toughest losses and look ahead to the All-Ireland semi-finals. Máire Treasa Ní Cheallaigh also sits down with former Laois manager and Kilkenny hurler Eddie Brennan who looks back on the All-Ireland hurling se...
Aug 12, 2021•1 hr 1 min
Derry manager Rory Gallagher joins Thomas Niblock and Oisín McConville to discuss the art of management. The former Donegal coach opens up about his falling out with Jim McGuiness and recalls the secret to Donegal's All-Ireland success. Gallagher talks about how his approach had to change at Fermanagh and what his plans are for Derry. Máire Treasa Ní Cheallaigh also catches up with Keith Higgins after lifting the Nicky Rackard Cup. The Mayo man speaks about the challenges of competing at the hig...
Aug 04, 2021•53 min
The Championship, should it stay or should it go? How should it be restructured? Joe Brolly & Oisín McConville debate it and give their proposals on how the GAA should restructure the competition. The former All-Ireland winners also preview the 2021 Ulster Championship final. Máire Treasa Ní Cheallaigh catches up with John Heslin to get an inter-county player’s views on the current structure of the Championship.
Jul 27, 2021•53 min
Derry footballer Conor Glass sits down with Thomas Niblock and former All-Ireland winner Oisín McConville to discuss why he left a professional AFL career in Australia to return to play GAA. What could Rory Gallagher have possibly said on the phone to get someone to leave Melbourne for Maghera? Does Conor think he will win an All-Ireland, what rules need to be scrapped, should McGeeney stay on at Armagh? Máire Treasa Ní Cheallaigh also catches up with Meath dual player Mickey “The Honeybadger” B...
Jul 20, 2021•49 min
In his only interview since leaving Down, Paddy Tally chats with Oisín McConville and Thomas Niblock to exclusively reveal the truth behind many stories. Tally talks about the real reasons why he left Down and the truth behind the covid training ban. Oisín and Paddy discuss the art of management and what it is really like for an inter-county manager in the modern game. Máire Treasa Ní Cheallaigh also sits down with former All-Ireland referee Brain Gavin who is extremely outspoken on the current ...
Jul 13, 2021•49 min
Former Tyrone footballer Connor McAliskey and Antrim’s Michael McCann join Oisín McConville and Thomas Niblock for a frank and open discussion about all things GAA. Connor talks about his recent decision to walk away from the Tyrone set up, the real truth why he did it, does he regret it and could he have been convinced to stay? Michael McCann who came back into the Antrim panel talks about the reasons why he left and returned. McCann also reflects on his side’s championship defeat against Armag...
Jul 06, 2021•48 min
Máire Treasa Ní Cheallaigh speaks with GAA President Larry Mc Carthy in a wide ranging and fascinating interview. The president discusses the importance of club, the recent rule changes, will Ladies Football and Camogie come under the GAA and what will happen with the provincial championships? Former All-Ireland winners Oisín McConville and Peter Canavan discuss Larry McCarthy's views and give their thoughts on what should happen within the GAA, along with discussing the opening weekend of the c...
Jun 29, 2021•50 min
Armagh manager Kieran McGeeney sits down for a rare in-depth chat with former team-mate Oisín McConville and Thomas Niblock. 'Geezer' tells us if Armagh are good enough to win an Ulster Championship and an All-Ireland. Whether he would like to stay on as manager and gives us honest thoughts on what is wrong with the Tailteann Cup. McGeeney, a Brazilian jiu-jitsu brown belt also reveals what Conor McGregor is really like. Máire Treasa Ní Cheallaigh also caught up with Jamie Wall who had interesti...
Jun 22, 2021•50 min
Thomas Niblock and Oisín McConville travel to the heart of Kerry to meet arguably the greatest Gaelic footballer of all time, Colm 'The Gooch' Cooper! The Gooch talks about his own career & identity, what made him so good and does he still hold a grudge against Oisin? What is it about Kerry and football? How good is David Clifford really? What happened when the bone in Kieran McGeeney's finger came through his glove? A must listen for all GAA fans!
Jun 15, 2021•53 min
It was never going to be quiet! Joe Brolly and Oisín McConville join Thomas Niblock to discuss this week’s theme, punditry… Just like in the studio, it gets heated! They clash, they disagree and they tell each other what they think of each other’s styles! Máire Treasa Ní Cheallaigh also chats with Michael Duignan about some of things he has regretted saying and why being a pundit is not as easy as everyone thinks. Buckle up!
Jun 08, 2021•48 min
Former Tyrone All-Ireland winner Colm Cavanagh discusses the reasons behind his inter-county retirement with Oisín McConville and Thomas Niblock. Could he have been persuaded to stay on? What is his relationship with Mickey Harte really like? Does inter-county football hold you back in life? Máire Treasa Ní Cheallaigh also chats with All-Ireland winning camogie player Sarah O'Donovan. The former Cork and Dublin star discusses how retirement wasn’t her choice and why coaching isn’t an obvious or ...
Jun 01, 2021•42 min
Graham Geraghty joins Thomas Niblick and Oisin McConville to give his first broadcast interview since he almost died late last year from a brain haemorrhage and aneurysm. He reveals to The GAA social he almost gave up on life, “If you’re going to take me, take me". The former double Allstar, All-Ireland winning captain & Oisin name their three most difficult defenders they ever faced. Máire Treasa Ní Cheallaigh also catches up with Roscommon Ladies footballer Rochelle Mullaney who details he...
May 25, 2021•44 min
It was a rivalry that defined a generation. Armagh against Tyrone in the noughties, Irelands two best sides. Oisin McConville and Peter Canavan join Thomas Niblock to pick their best Tyrone and Armagh teams they played in between 2001-2005. Both then create the best combined Armagh/Tyrone side, leaving out friends and teammates to replace them with sworn enemies!! There are arguments, but a combined dream team is eventually settled. We explore the rivalry, the personalities at the heart of a spo...
May 18, 2021•46 min
Marc Ó Sé and Oisín McConville join Thomas Niblock to discuss what we can expect from the GAA in 2021 - all the winners and losers! Kerry legend Ó Sé tells us why ‘the Gooch’ is to blame for a softness in the Kingdom and why the mark has to go. Oisín and Marc debate who will win each provincial championship, why Tyrone will be contenders this year and Shane Lowry's involvement with Offaly. Ryan O’Dwyer talks hurling with Máire Treasa Ní Cheallaigh and discusses that move from Tipperary to Dublin...
May 11, 2021•42 min
Oisín McConville shares his memories from that 2002 All-Ireland final, from the agony of a missed penalty to the ecstasy of finding the net.
May 11, 2021•4 min
