Observational Podcast hosted by Michael Anthony.
Michael is often accompanied by a wide variety of guests from music, film, literature and sport to discuss different topics.
Guests include David Chase, Ken Loach, Steve Van Zandt, Chazz Palminteri, Rupert Everett, Irvine Welsh, Roddy Doyle, Pete Doherty, Mikey Shuman, Bryan Robson, Jaap Stam, John Barnes and many more.
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Episode 73 sees discussion which questions the necessity of how we are reacting to COVD-19, as well as examining the role of global politics in this pandemic. Daffodil Day and numerous other topics are also discussed, as Martin's Markets also returns. Review/Rate/Share if arsed. Respect to new non-pirates. On Apple Podcasts, Spotify and all other podcast platforms. “Stay safe out there”. Support the show...
With the prospect of homeschooling keeping the young Mothers of South Dublin awake at night, Episode 72 of The Michael Anthony Show explores the origins and existence of a unique breed of child bearers. Mature Students, the problem with Ireland's publicans, ski trips and Dublin's cocaine culture are all also explored. Martin's Markets returns for this episode, as the long term effects of social isolation is also weighed up. The intoxication of the hosts in Wednesday's show is also dealt with in ...
Today see's the hosts attempt to make sense of recent events. Enjoy the MA Show is solitude. Available on all platforms. Support the show
Michael Anthony is joined by renowned Spanish journalist Guillem Balague for a unique conversation in which they discuss the eccentric world of football. In an open and volatile conversation, a variety of fascinating topics are touched on, with the Spaniard providing remarkable insight into the characters that have defined the beautiful game over the past three decades, something afforded to him though his unrivalled list of sources, built up over years at the top of his craft. A variety of soci...
Episode 69 out now. An Episode with Pat Martin as the hosts discuss his unusual sexual development, the Coronavirus, the tragedy concerning Caroline Flack, smoking and more. Tyson Fury is also touched on as we see the return of the much criticised 'Martin's Markets'. Details of a pending Patreon page discussed, as is the competition for the Andy Cole signed Treble jersey. Listen on Spotify, Apple podcasts and others. MA Show. Support the show...
Footballing icon and Treble winner Andy Cole opens up on his fascinating life in a manner in which you've never seen him before in Episode 68 of The Michael Anthony Show. Funny, honest, insightful, the Premier League's third highest goalscorer of all time discusses a variety of things with the host such as his limited International career, racism, the commercialisation of modern football, his feud with Teddy Sheringham and his recent health scare in a unique and compelling Episode. His time at M...
Comedy writer Graham Linehan joins Episode 67 of The Michael Anthony Show for a fascinating and honest discussion, in which he speaks of how he created the most successful Irish TV Show of all time in 'Father Ted', working with Dermot Morgan, his fight with "ball cancer" and his other successes with shows such as 'The IT Crowd' In recent years, Linehan has also become heavily concerned with the cancel culture that has began to dominate the arts. As a man who has always identified on the left, th...
Episode 66 of The Michael Anthony Show sees the hosts engage in in depth conversations regarding health and fitness, the fallings of youth, the toxic effects of the Leinster Schools Cup whilst recalling personal experiences, the real importance of Valentines day as well as Philip Schofield's recent declaration. The Irish political landscape is also touched on as we see 'Martin's Markets' return. Available now on all platforms including Spotify and Apple Podcasts. Support the show...
Episode 65 of The Michael Anthony Show sees former Manchester United coach and Fulham manager, Rene Meulensteen, sit down for a conversation with Michael Anthony. The man often credited with changing the way in which underage football is thought about not just at Manchester United but in England as a whole, provides a fascinating insight into his time at the the global sporting giant as well as his principles regarding developing underage footballers. The Dutch man also details his time as first...
Episode 64 of The Michael Anthony Show sees the host sit down with renowned author Rachel Moran and English activist Fiona Broadfoot (real name). With over a combined fifteen years of having their bodies used in the name "prostitution", the duo are keen to let the world know that this apparent sex "industry" is not what is commonly thought. We delve into their dark and fascinating pasts whilst examining a variety of societal flaws and issues. Tense, fiery, raw and sombre, this open conversation ...
Episode 63 of The Michael Anthony Show discusses the Irish Government, Monarchy, the media and football amongst a variety of other things. The upcoming Super Bowl LIV is also previewed. Respect to the listeners. Listen on Spotify, Apple Podcasts and more. Support the show
The meaning of human emotion, MDMA, manners, charity boxing events and the effect of McGregor's return is all discussed in Episode 62 of The Michael Anthony Show. The hosts also wax lyrical about Mason Greenwood as romance, hospices and more are delved into. We also see the debut of a new segment in which co-host Pat Martin gives his sporting selection of the week. Out now on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, SoundCloud and others. Share/Review if arsed. Support the show...
The Michael Anthony Show returns to discuss a variety of topics including hopes for the new decade, problems with the 10's, weight gain, racism in the armed forces as well as a variety of social observations. Vinyl competition also discussed. Available now on Spotify, Apple Podcasts and other platforms. Review and share if you enjoy the show. Support the show
Episode 60 of The Michael Anthony Show sees the host chat with professional gambler and author Harry Findlay. Findlay's unique life has seen him go from prison to the front rows of nearly every major sporting event of the past four decades, and the former Gold Cup winning owner does not hold back in an open discussion, highlighting the ups and downs of a life centered around constant risk. Having lost upwards of two million pounds on single tournaments such as the 2007 Rugby World Cup, the now m...
The duo discuss sex, culture, Manchester United and more in Episode 59. Support the show
Listen to Episode 58 of The Michael Anthony Show in which a philosophical episode discusses sport, the benefits of recession, recreational cocaine use and artificial intelligence. A love triangle involving the hosts is also discussed as is the day Sir Alex Ferguson announced he would retire. Listen and Follow now on Apple Podcasts, Spotify and more. Support the show...
Broadcaster and lead trans figure in the UK media, India Willoughby, joins Episode 57 of The Michael Anthony Show to discuss in detail the much talked about world of transgender. Often viewed as an outlier and controversial figure in the trans world, Willoughby does not hold back during this discussion in which she and the host discuss drag, LGBT culture, the concept of gender neutrality, trans in sport and the relationship between sexuality and gender. Although exists an element of disagreement...
The shortcomings of the English football team is a mystery that has brought pain to the home of the beautiful game, whilst providing unlimited comedic pleasure to those benefiting from the export, for over half of a century. The most lucrative league in the world, a noughties team that looked more like a World XI on paper than a national team and even some of the world's biggest names in management have failed to answer the ongoing question. Why do England always fall short? Following the heartb...
Listen to the 55th episode of The Michael Anthony Show now available on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, SoundCloud and more as this weeks show examines the flaws in how we judge others, Ireland's relationship with Guinness and the co-hosts motives in his romantic past. The positive impacts that Jonah Lomu and David Beckham had on their respective sports is also questioned, as the latest competition winner is announced. In the first of two episodes this week, a teaser for Episode 56 is also provided. Av...
Gay parenting and prostitution are discussed in the 54th Episode of The Michael Anthony Show, as well as a variety of other topics. Listen and Follow now on Spotify, Apple Podcasts and SoundCloud. Support the show
Episode 53: Via Hillsborough, Please (ft Andy Nicholson)Starting with three Sheffield kids who had one guitar between them, Arctic Monkeys rise to becoming the most culturally significant British band of their era was not just unlikely but also uniquely fascinating. Having played as bassist in the creation of the 2006 classic 'Whatever People Say I Am, That's What I'm Not', which remains the fastest selling debut album in UK history, Andy Nicholson joins Episode 53 of The Michael Anthony Show in...
Episode 52 of The Michael Anthony Show offers a take on the role of Irish culture in their World Cup failures, the motives behind marathon participants and the concept of celebrating Halloween amongst a variety other topics.Available now on Apple Podcasts, Spotify and SoundCloud.Links on the page of @themichaelanthonyshow. Support the show
Leading figure in the Irish Muslim community, Dr. Ali Selim, joins episode 51 of The Michael Anthony Show for an honest an informative discussion. Selim displays nothing but openness as he discusses the concept of Religion, the treatment of women in Islam, his views of homosexuality and the ever discussed concept of Islamic extremism. Selim also touches on the comments that saw him lose his post in Trinity College as well as a variety of other topics. Listen now on Apple Podcasts, Spotify and So...
The 50th episode of The Michael Anthony Show sees a personal show discuss the origins of the host's relationship as well as exploring the co-hosts sexuality. The Dublin class system is also examined.Follow and Listen now on Apple Podcasts, Spotify and SoundCloud. Links to all three on page @themichaelanthonyshow.Raise one to the MA family and another fifty. MA SHOW. Support the show
This weeks episode discusses Manchester United, the morality of Islam v Western society, co-hosts health problems, Greta Thunberg and more.Available Now on Apple Podcasts, Spotify and SoundCloud.Links to all three on page. Rate/Share/Review Support the show
Knowing from a young age that she was destined for fame, Kerry Katona's life has been predictably unpredictable. With stability absent from the Warrington natives foster home hopping childhood, Katona's need to grow up quickly had both its pros and cons. This freedom that allowed her to be making £500 a night as a teenage lap dancer also led to a reliance on recreational drugs that lingered for years, but her fearless ambition to be self sufficient and escape soon paid off. Katona was noticed by...
Episode 47: An Estonian DogA lively Michael Anthony Show this week, as topics discussed include if people should drink, generational gaps, the reason for the existence of racism and societies attitude towards mental health.Football is also discussed as is the possible return of the Friday Four.A teaser for next weeks guests episode is also on show.Available now on Apple Podcast, Spotify and SoundCloud. All in the bio @themichaelanthonyshow.Rate and Follow. Support the show...
This weeks MA Show discusses a variety of topics including HIV, football and the deterioration of substance that has accompanied modern society. Listen and Follow now on iTunes, Spotify and SoundCloud. Support the show
Episode 45: The Pornstar (ft Sahara Knite)Episode 45 of The Michael Anthony Show sees the duo joined by adult entertainer and former Game of Thrones actress Sahara Knite. In a raw, open and honest chat, Knite gives a revealing insight into the fascinating world of pornography and also details the battle of working in such a controversial industry whilst having an Islamic background. Unmissable episode. No holds barred. Review/Follow/Listen on iTunes, Spotify and SoundCloud.Links on page @themich...
Episode 44: Breaking Even (ft Keith Gillespie)Former Manchester United and Newcastle winger Keith Gillespie joins Episode 44 of The Michael Anthony Show to discuss his incredible life in the beautiful game. As part of the iconic ‘Class of 92’, the Northern Irish legend was tipped for greatness and having left the guidance of Ferguson to pursue his dreams on Keegan’s Tyneside, this young ‘entertainer’ showed that he was more than just hype.With Gillespie however, lived a destructive steak. With a...
