Indo GAA
Join Michael Verney every week for a breakdown of the biggest talking points in the GAA world. The podcast features interviews, club action, and inter-county debates, with football analysts including Pat Spillane and Dick Clerkin, and hurling insights from John Mullane, Pat Ryan, and more from the Irish Independent family.
Episodes
Limerick edge Cork in grandstand finish | Galway power past Dublin | Michael Duignan & Colm Keys
Michael Duignan & Colm Keys join Joe to recap the weekend's provincial final action, after wins for Limerick & Galway. If you'd like to get in touch with the show, email us at indosportpodcast@independent.ie. Our GAA podcast coverage is sponsored by AIB.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Jarlath Burns’ input into the Ger Brennan saga | Jeopardy in Round 2B | Listener mailbag
Michael is joined by Pat Spillane and Dick Clerkin on this week’s show, where the Ger Brennan suspension fallout, round 2B predictions (in all it’s glorious jeopardy) and listeners questions dominate proceedings. Let us know your thoughts or fire in questions to indogaapodcast@independent.ie The Indo GAA podcast is sponsored by AIB. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Munster, Leinster & Joe McDonagh finals review | Kiely’s colossal call | Are we too hard on referees?
John Mullane and Pat Ryan join Michael for a full Munster, Leinster & Joe McDonagh finals debrief. They discuss Limerick's reaction to their Páirc Uí Chaoimh triumph, where Ben O’Connor’s Cork are at heading into the All Ireland series - and the circumstances that saw Mullane get a Garda escort to his commentary duties at the weekend. They also assess the refereeing showcase in the Munster final,
Wexford's summer of '96 | The Liam Griffin factor, barren years & Croke Park glory
Will is joined in studio by Wexford hurling legend Larry O'Gorman to reflect on the county's famous All-Ireland win of 1996. Larry recounts the impact manager Liam Griffin had on the squad, the struggles of his early inter-county career and reflects on the lasting memories of bringing the Liam MacCarthy Cup back to Wexford. GAA coverage on the Indo Sport podcast is sponsored by AIB.See omnystudio.
Extended finals preview | Limerick’s hunger v Cork’s tactics | Can Galway go the full 70? | Mailbag ✉️
John Mullane and Pat Ryan are full of energy and Munster final memories as they join Michael for a bumper look-ahead to this weekend’s final in the Páirc between Cork and Limerick. The lads also debate whether Galway have a complete 70 minutes in them as they face Dublin in a Leinster final that could define which county kicks on in future years. Plus - Carlow v Laois in the Joe McDonagh Cup final
Dublin can't outscore bad defence | Kobe & Mayo take throwback thriller | Draw sends Jack to Kildare
Pat Spillane & Dick Clerkin join Michael shortly after the Round 2 Draws leave us with some rematches but not a huge level of excitement. The excitement was in no short supply over the weekend however, as Mayo and Monaghan played out an old-fashioned classic, Westmeath got over the extra time line again and the Dubs collapsed to Louth. Let us know your thoughts or fire in questions to indogaapodca
Philly McMahon in studio | David Clifford's temper, Donegal's mental warfare, Dublin's missing manager 🏐
Will is joined by Philly McMahon to discuss ruffling David Clifford's feathers, how to cope without a manager and Donegal's dark arts against Kerry. Dublin's 2026 outlook and what Armagh's Ulster win will do for their mindset is on the menu too. Our GAA podcast coverage is sponsored by AIB.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Offaly’s dream & Verney’s Garda escort | What Kilkenny do now | Have Clare a chance?
John Mullane (in a hot van) and Pat Ryan, fresh after walking the dogs before the sun rises, join Michael after a stellar final weekend of round-robin hurling action. Dublin’s monumental win over Kilkenny is top billing, as the lads ask what next for Kilkenny as their summer is over. Verney, in his colours, also gets the ball rolling on analysis of lively Offaly as they reach the quarter-finals. I
No sanctions for Donegal and Kerry | Cliffords don’t click | Tyrone lay down a marker
Fresh off the news that Donegal and Kerry face no further sanctions or suspensions after Saturday’s clash, Pat Spillane & Dick Clerkin join Michael for a high-paced football episode. The siege mentality from Jim McGuinness, Kerry’s missing talent and the reaction to the sanction news are all on the menu for the rematch of last year’s All-Ireland final. Elsewhere, Tyrone defeat Roscommon and Cork r
Westmeath dreamland, Dublin disarray | Armagh end Ulster drought | Provincial football has its mojo back 🏐
Joe is joined by Ronan Mullen (fresh from Clones), Frank Roche (dialling in from the Lake County) and Conor McKeon as the provincial football finals deliver a memorable GAA weekend. Dublin’s shooting shyness and Armagh’s hunger are on the menu, as is Westmeath’s fitness as they sealed the Leinster title for only the second time - and in good style too Let us know what you think - reach out to us o
Dublin’s ‘insanity’ make them look human | Westmeath belief | Ulster’s blood & thunder
Pat Spillane and Dick Clerkin join Michael after another stellar provincial final weekend that saw Monaghan’s warriors come from the dead to force extra-time with Armagh, where Kieran McGeeney’s men came out on top. First, the lads run the rule over the Leinster final where Westmeath’s confidence shone through against a Dublin who are lacking supporters, scorers and a clear tactical vision. Let us
Cahill’s future at Tipp l Everything on the line in Leinster l Do we need an All-Ireland back door?
Michael, John Mullane and Pat Ryan convene to run through all the latest in the world of hurling, from managers pondering their futures to the reality that everything will go down to the wire in the Leinster championship - where the titanic battle between Dublin & Kilkenny awaits. Will Liam Cahill stay on at Tipp? Is there a possibility for a backdoor in the All Ireland series? Which Waterford pla
Paidi Ó Sé's Westmeath summer | Roscommon's rise | Kilkenny in trouble | GAA Roundtable
Joe is joined by Colm Keys, Dermot Crowe and Frank Roche for a heavyweight GAA roundtable to discuss all the big football and hurling talking points. Paidi Ó Sé's magical summer with Westmeath in 2004, Roscommon's bumper Connacht haul and Armagh's depth are all on the football menu while the Leinster championship format leads the hurling chat. GAA coverage on the Indo Sport podcast is sponsored by
Roscommon have no fear | Don’t forget about Kerry’s backs | Ulster final preview
Dick Clerkin (in his Monaghan polo) and Pat Spillane are on hand after a magical provincial final weekend saw Roscommon prove they can compete with the best, as oddly Galway also come out in a positive mindset about their chances to score their way to Sam. Kerry’s attacking efficiency, scheduling of underage championships and a look ahead to the Ulster final are also on the cards. Let us know your
‘Mull’-ing over a championship restructure l Offaly’s opportunity l A golden circle of hurling refs?
A ‘Leinster-tainment’ deep dive kicks of today’s Indo GAA show, where Michael, John Mullane and Pat Ryan predict how they see the final exchanges in the provincial championship playing out - and debate the merits of a potential format restructure. They discuss how Eoghan Cahill and Offaly are beginning to be rewarded for their resilience, where Kilkenny stand heading into their clash versus Kildar
Monaghan’s emotive win | Armagh’s strength & depth | All-Ireland draw reaction | Spillane & Clerkin
If you thought Dick Clerkin would miss out on the pod after Monaghan’s win versus Derry, you thought wrong. He belatedly joins Pat Spillane and Michael on the show to chat through the delirium on display after his county secured their place in the Ulster Championship final, thanks to heroics from David Garland, Jack McCarron and Rory Beggan. The lads also discuss the strength & depth Armagh showca
Limerick’s green machine purrs in Ennis | The future for Fitz | Tweets & Emails ✉️
Championship energy is high for John Mullane, Pat Ryan and Michael in this week’s hurling pod as Limerick seize control early against Clare in Ennis. Future selections for both teams, championships in the balance and the future for Davy Fitzgerald are all on the chopping block in today’s bumper pod. Plus - we answer your tweets and emails about what changes you’d make to the game Let us know your
One night in Na Fianna | The 'Westlife years', All-Ireland glory, the reality of 4,000 club members
Last month, Indo Sport packed up the studio and headed to north Dublin’s Na Fianna GAA club for a special live podcast recording in one of the capital's biggest clubs. From fighting to get their camogie section established, through to finding facilities for 4,000+ members - it hasn’t all been plain sailing, as our guests explain. But in the end, the endeavours were well worth it. The glory days ha
David Clifford interview | José back to Madrid? | Fury v Joshua is (belatedly) on
On today's podcast, Joe catches up with David Clifford at SuperValu’s launch of the Senior Football Championship. Joe, Ronan & Conor also round up some of the other news of the day, including Jose Mourinho's rumoured return to Real Madrid, the case for & against Michael Carrick, and the protracted preamble to Anthony Joshua v Tyson Fury.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Cork edge Limerick thriller, Waterford battle back, Kilkenny circle the wagons | Michael Duignan & Colm Keys
Michael Duignan & Colm Keys join Joe to recap the weekend that was in the Munster & Leinster Hurling Championships. If you'd like to get in touch with the podcast, you can email us at indosportpodcast@independent.ie ?? You can subscribe to our dedicated Indo Sport YouTube page here: https://www.youtube.com/@IndoSportPodcast ?? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Down dare to dream v Donegal | Kick-outs key in Connacht clashes | Out of touch ticket prices?
They may not have made it all the way to Down manager Conor Laverty’s screensaver (yet), but Pat Spillane, Dick Clerkin and Michael are compelled to review some of their early predictions around the provincial championships in this week’s Indo GAA gaelic football podcast. They analyse how the Mourne men dismantled Jim McGuinness’s Donegal, discuss how kick-outs were a key component in the Connacht
Limerick & Cork rivalry renewed | TJ Reid makes history | Don’t rule out Waterford? | John Mullane & Pat Ryan
John Mullane and Pat Ryan are back with Michael on this week’s Indo GAA hurling podcast, breaking down the Munster Championship battle between Cork & Limerick in Páirc Uí Chaoimh - where the ‘rebel roar’ was in full voice. They discuss the transformation in Cork’s tactics since the league final, the red card for Limerick’s Cian Lynch and the free-flowing referring nature of the game. The lads all
Cork’s redemption v Tipperary | Hogan & Bennett clash | Offaly’s underage structures paying off?
John Mullane and Pat Ryan join Michael (minus the musical introduction) for this week’s Indo GAA hurling podcast, kicking off with how Tipperary mark a big hurdle jumped for Ben O’Connor’s Cork. The lads dive into Clare and Waterford’s clash in Ennis, the power referees now hold with the dissent rule and what Kilkenny might do to freshen things up as the championship progresses. They also make lik
Westmeath shake up Leinster | Jim Gavin’s third-tier idea | Down fly to Kerry for a challenge match?
Pat Spillane and Dick Clerkin join Michael for this week’s Indo GAA Gaelic football podcast, kicking off with Westmeath’s victory over Meath and how that has broken the Leinster Championship wide open. They discuss how Ger Brennan’s ban might highlight a lack of experience in Dublin’s backroom team, Monaghan’s eureka moment and why Down flew to Kerry to play a behind-closed-doors challenge match r
Cork blitz Tipp, electric Clare, Galway double down on Kilkenny, Offaly revival | Michael Duignan & Michael Verney
It's Michael² (and Offaly²) on today's podcast as Messrs Duignan & Verney join Joe to recap weekend one of the 2026 hurling championship. If you'd like to get in touch with the podcast, you can 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. See
Who are you ‘writing off’ in the hurling championship? | Predictions with Mullane & Ryan
John Mullane and Pat Ryan are back with Michael and are in jolly form as we head into “the most wonderful time of the year” - the opening weekend of the hurling championship. The lads discuss how teams might pick up motivation from outside comments, and nail their colours to the mast in the form of predictions for the championship. John also makes a big call around Cork’s chances in Munster, while
Championship coverage under scrutiny | McConville on outside managers | Who is the Tailteann Cup really for?
Pat Spillane and Dick Clerkin are on hand with Michael to review the opening weekend of the gaelic football championship, with some fiery encounters across the provinces. They discuss Leitrim’s win versus Sligo in the Connacht championship, the challenge of the turnover rate in ‘smaller counties’ and the current promotion & broadcast strategy around gaelic games. They also dive into the imbalance
The bumper Football Championship preview
Pat Spillane and Dick Clerkin join Michael to look ahead to the 2026 inter-county championships. New York memories, the failure of Dublin to promote the championships and picks for each province are all on the menu in an energetic look-ahead. Let us know your thoughts or fire in questions to indogaapodcast@independent.ie The Indo GAA podcast is sponsored by AIB See omnystudio.com/listener for priv
Surgery needed for Cork after the Limerick defeat? | Big Munster calls | Player of the league?
John Mullane and the newly crowned Paddy ‘the daddy’ Ryan join Michael to look back on the hurling league finals, and the lay of the land as championship approaches. Are Limerick back? Does Ben O’Connor need to perform ‘a little bit of surgery’ on Cork, in his first big test as manager? Who’s been the player of the league? The lads answer those questions, and propose some hot takes for the coming
Aidan O’Shea: Muting social media, 2021 regrets and Kobe’s wow moments
Aidan O’Shea joins Michael as we warm up for Championship season. O’Shea talks about learning to silence the noise, availability being the best ability and what impressed the Mayo squad when training with Kobe McDonald. We also talk about regrets after beating Dublin in the 2021 Championship Let us know your thoughts or fire in questions to indogaapodcast@independent.ie Aidan O’Shea was speaking f
League final panel | Kerry embarrassed, dominant Donegal & hooter farce
Philly McMahon, Conor McKeon and Colm Keys join Will in studio after an electric league final weekend which saw Donegal's ball-winning ability help them to a dominant victory over Kerry in the Division 1 final. Michael Murphy’s dig, Meath’s open style and the need - or lack thereof - for a hooter are all on the chopping block. Want to let us know what you think? Reach out to us on indosportpodcast
Limerick are the hunters, not the hunted in final battle with Cork | John Mullane & Pat Ryan
John Mullane (not in the van) and Pat Ryan join Michael ahead of a mouth-watering league final weekend as the Gaelic Grounds host a double-header, with Clare facing Dublin before Cork play Limerick in the 1A decider. The hunger, tactics and desire to win for both the Rebels and the Treatymen are to the fore as hurling’s hottest rivalry gets its day in the spotlight for the league title. Let us kno
Kerry have no excuses | How was Michael Murphy not sent off? | Bin the hooter | Pat Spillane & Dick Clerkin
Pat Spillane & Dick Clerkin join Michael after a big defeat for Kerry in the Division 1 League final in a game when Donegal laid down a big marker. Donegal’s clever tactics, Kerry’s lack of excuses for a rare humiliation and the controversy around Michael Murphy’s yellow card (which many say should have been a red) are all on the chopping block. Plus - Meath and Cork get their act together, Carlow
Limerick & Galway forwards hunt tackles | TJ Reid the GOAT? | Leinster championship power rankings
John Mullane and Pat Ryan reconvene with Michael for this week’s Indo GAA hurling pod, now that the stage is set for the league finals. They break down the intricacies of Limerick v Galway, how analysis from someone like Seán O’Donnell is so valuable and TJ Reid’s role with Kilkenny this year. They also discuss Tg4’s coverage, provide power rankings for the upcoming Leinster championship and pay a
Spillane, Brolly & O’Rourke remember Michael Lyster | League ends on high note
Joe Brolly and Colm O’Rourke and their former Sunday Game comrade Pat Spillane join Michael Verney to remember Michael Lyster, the legendary voice of RTE’s GAA coverage who passed away on Sunday aged 71. After, Dick Clerkin, Pat and Michael run the rule over a dramatic end to the league, where Ger Brennan put another problem into Dublin’s season, Division 3 ended with a Wexford winner, and Donegal
Ger Brennan wants some 'soul searching', Jim McGuinness 'not bothered', player of the league? 🏐
Colm Keys, Conor McKeon and Frank Roche assemble alongside Joe for the Football League Panel. From permutations, to post match comments and the value of ‘perfect piggery’ in the kickout - the panel discuss the lay of the land throughout the divisions heading into the final round of games. GAA coverage on the Indo Sport podcast is sponsored by AIB. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy informatio
Armagh come alive against leaderless Dublin - yet McGeeney distracts | Time for a 4-point goal?
Pat Spillane and Dick Clerkin join Conán Doherty as the penultimate League weekend produced drama in Croke Park as Armagh awoke from their goal-shy slumber - proving their All-Ireland credentials - as Dublin expose their lack of leaders and Kerry produce a complete performance. Kieran McGeeney’s referee comments, Monaghan’s struggles and the need for a 4-point goal are also on the menu as we look
Kevin McManamon Interview: Psychology, Dublin desire and Jim Gavin’s ‘bullfighter’ speech
Eight time All-Ireland winner with Dublin Kevin McManamon comes in to discuss his roller-coaster inter-county career, which is getting the Laochra Gael treatment on TG4. McManamon speaks about Dublin’s transformation in the early 2010s, his own lessons from a career in sports psychology and how his career is full of bench-impact moments. Let us know your thoughts or fire in questions to indogaapod
Limerick show their hunger, Kilkenny don’t | The beauty of downtime (and keep it tidy lads...)
John Mullane and Pat Ryan join Niall McIntrye, replacing Cheltenham-bound Verney, to spin through a hurling weekend where Limerick’s starters got more road-testing, Cork struggled to stay alive late on and Galway gave a shellacking to a poor Kilkenny side - are they in danger of a Leinster drop? Plus, John and Pat reminisce on craic and teambuilding during down weeks and why, when the hard work is
Congress chaos | The protest & the fallout | Colm O'Rourke & Colm Keys
Joe is joined by Colm Keys and Meath legend and Sunday Independent columnist Colm O'Rourke to discuss the protest that disrupted GAA Congress over the weekend and what impact it might have on the ongoing debate around Allianz's National League sponsorship. Colm (Keys) talks Joe through the scenes that unfolded in the Hogan Stand suite on Saturday before Colm (O'Rourke) explains why he feels the GA
Hardy Cork state their intent (maybe too much) | Déise misfire as Galway settle
John Mullane (not in the van) and Pat Ryan are back with Michael after a weekend where the hurling wasn’t on the screen. As for the one game we got to see, the lads break down Cork’s intent and early confidence and Kilkenny’s attitude ahead of Leinster. Plus - memories of family parties while the team is in prep mode. Let us know your thoughts or fire in questions to indogaapodcast@independent.ie
Galway the great entertainers | Goal-shy Armagh | Time for quarters, not halves?
Pat Spillane and Dick Clerkin are coming at you on a Monday this week as Donegal the motivated draw with Galway the entertainers. The wind has been a big factor in many games, so we ask if there is another way to restore balance. Plus - Dublin’s rotation, Kobe McDonald’s ability and a spin through storylines you may have missed from Divisions 3 and 4. Let us know your thoughts or fire in questions
Dublin's decline | Mayo's 'Kobe-mania' | Who will replace Jarlath Burns?
Joe is joined by a panel of Conan Doherty, Colm Keys and Frank Roche to dissect all of Gaelic Football's big talking points. The lads review where Dublin are after a slow start to the season, they discuss Kobe McDonald's breathtaking Mayo debut and they look ahead to GAA Congress this weekend. GAA coverage on the Indo Sport podcast is brought to you by AIB.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy i
Limerick’s bomb squad returns | Ó Ceallacháin & Rossiter face off | Waterford to retain 1A status?
John Mullane and Pat Ryan reunite with Michael Verney for this week’s hurling edition of the Indo GAA podcast, unpacking Limerick’s triumph against the reigning All Ireland champions, Tipperary - as well as the passion or ‘spice’ on show between Niall Ó Ceallacháin and Keith Rossiter in Dublin’s clash with Wexford at Croke Park. The lads also dissect how Clare were made work for their win over Kil
Cute Donegal | AFL getting away with taking talent | The Tommy Tiernan experience
Pat Spillane is fresh off his appearance on the Tommy Tiernan Show to run through the weekend’s action, where boring Dublin, cute Donegal, headline-maker McGeeney and struggling Tyrone are all on the menu. Plus - After Kobe McDonald’s super start, should the AFL compensate clubs for developing talent? We have a new email address! Let us know your thoughts or fire in questions to indogaapodcast@ind
‘Piggery’ as a compliment | Bang average Dublin | Fundraisers & 'poo in the park'
Fresh off the football break week, Pat Spillane and Dick Clerkin join Michael on this week’s Indo GAA show. The panel chat through the curious ‘piggery’ comment from Kieran McGeeney, Donegal’s masterclass against Mayo, and the poor spectacle of Dublin v Monaghan in Croke Park. Darragh Canavan’s travels to Australia, the fundraising culture in the GAA and Galway’s point of difference v Kerry were a
GAA Check-In | Football's contenders, Davy's Antrim woes & Ben O'Connor's impact
Michael Verney & Colm Keys join Joe for an around the houses chat about all things Gaelic Games. The lads discuss how the big hitters in this year's football championship have fared so far, while Davy Fitzgerald's difficulties with Antrim and Ben O'Connor's views on hurling's loss of 'manliness' are also up for discussion. Michael and Colm also pose questions around the impact that the AFLW is hav
Fitzgibbon Cup memories: Hurling as an education, preview of future stars, best player ever? | Pat Ryan & Cyril Farrell
Pat Ryan and Cyril Farrell join Michael to reminisce on some Fitzgibbon Cup memories, ahead of this year’s final between Mary Immaculate College and the University of Limerick on Friday. Funny escapades of mind games pre-match and nights out post-match, the connection college teammates can forge and the greatest players that have ever played in the competition are all discussed. The panel also pre
Inside O’Connor’s interviews | Gillane’s gallant goal | How to rile up a dressing room in 2026? | John Mullane & Pat Ryan
It may have been a football break week, but hurling always takes centre stage for Michael, John Mullane and Pat Ryan - with the lads on hand to look back at the flashpoints from the weekend. From the melee between Tipperary and Cork, to the lessons learned from Limerick v Kilkenny and John Conlon’s comeback for Clare, there’s plenty to get through. The lads also share their own recollections of in
What’s Kiely really like after a loss? Waterford’s most underrated player? Hurling too sanitized ? | John Mullane & Pat Ryan
How will John Kiely garner a reaction from Limerick after their loss to Waterford? Is hurling becoming too sanitized ? Why might Ben O'Connor be the perfect fit for Cork? These questions and more are on the agenda on this week’s show, where Michael is joined by Pat Ryan and John Mullane in search of some answers. The lads also break down how exactly it happened that Waterford dominated Limerick, w
McGeeney bites back, Kerry keep it coy v Donegal, Brennan’s Dublin refresh? | Pat Spillane & Dick Clerkin
Pat Spillane and Dick Clerkin join Michael on the show after an explosive weekend of football action. The lads discuss how Ger Brennan might keep the hunger alive in the Dublin dressing room, Pat shares his theory on the real reason behind Kieran McGeeney’s ‘crash out’ after Armagh and Galway’s latest clash and Dick reveals the most difficult away venue he’s played at. They also dissect Kerry’s Da
Spiky McGuinness, the hooter problem, the East is awake? | Dick Clerkin & Colm Keys
Michael Verney is joined by Colm Keys and Dick Clerkin for this latest edition of Indo GAA to discuss all the latest fallout from round one of the national football league. Jim McGuinness’s “spiky” comments, Andy Moran’s ‘go forward’ chaos and Dublin’s two pointer ability are all on the agenda - while the panel also chat through an issue with the hooter. Our GAA Podcast coverage is sponsored by AI
Tipp’s riches, Limerick’s expectations and Dublin’s future | John Mullane & Pat Ryan
Three-time All-Ireland winner with Limerick Pat Ryan joins the team for the season as John Mullane and Michael Verney review the first week of the hurling league. Tipperary’s strong start against Galway, Clare’s early awakening and Dublin’s potentially bright future are all on the chopping block this week. We have a new email address! Let us know your thoughts or fire in questions to indogaapodcas
Hurling league preview: Will Cork tear up the script? | Ballygunner fire again
John Mullane joins Michael Verney to preview the GAA Hurling leagues, as Tipperary look to keep their winning formula, Cork defend their title but may rip up the blueprint, and Offaly among the Leinster teams looking to find form. First, the lads look back at Ballygunner’s success in the All-Ireland club hurling final. We have a new email address! Let us know your thoughts or fire in questions to
Dingle win super final | League preview: Mayo's attack, Dublin's depth, Donegal's desire
Dick Clerkin rejoins the squad as the inter-county season heats up as he, Pat Spillane and Michael take a look ahead to the biggest talking points of the football league, including whether Donegal will take it seriously, Mayo’s attacking transformation and how Dublin will use their talent. First, the lads review a superb AIB Football All-Ireland Senior Club Championship final win for Dingle. We ha
Senior football final preview | Kerry’s unfair advantage - blame the system, not the clubs | Pat Spillane
Pat Spillane joins Michael on the back of success for An Ghaeltacht and Ballymacelligott in the intermediate and junior football finals - the lads ask if Kerry have an unfair advantage at this level of the game. Plus, we look ahead to this weekend’s final between Dingle and St Brigids and Pat gives an early view on how Andy Moran is fixing Mayo’s two-point problems. We have a new email address! Le
Senior hurling final preview | Why we need video referees | John Mullane
John Mullane joins Michael to look ahead to the All-Ireland club SHC final between Ballygunner of Waterford and Loughrea of Galway. The lads also have Fitzgibbon memories, there’s a review of the Intermediate and Junior action at the weekend and Mullane says why he believes referees need video help to keep calls correct. We have a new email address! Let us know your thoughts or fire in questions t
Jamie Wall interview: All-Ireland club final excitement begins & The value of Higher Ed GAA
Jamie Wall, former Cork dual player, Mary I hurling coach and Kilbrittain clubman joins Michael Verney on the eve of the Fitzgibbon Cup’s return and as his club are building up to this weekend’s All-Ireland club finals. We have a new email address! Let us know your thoughts or fire in questions to indogaapodcast@independent.ie Our GAA Podcast coverage is sponsored by AIBSee omnystudio.com/listener
The Brian Fenton Interview | Calls from Ger Brennan, Croke Park battles & life in retirement
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 de
Rory Beggan’s sweet kicking motion | Football’s wonderful 2025 | Spillane mailbag ✉️
Pat Spillane joins Michael Verney with burning passion for how much better football has been in 2025, Rory Beggan’s sweet kicking motion - and he just can’t sit down as an emailer asks a question about a photograph taken in the 80s. Memories of San Diego NFL trials, marking Brian Cody and a dip into your emails and comments are also on the menu. We’d like to thank all of our listeners for your con
Ask Mullane anything ✉️ | Why you can’t play sick | A super camogie final | Cork must win is now
John Mullane joins Michael Verney for the last hurling hit of 2025 as club action tests the drive of Loughrea, Slaughtneil, Ballygunner and St Martin's who all play this weekend. Meanwhile, the lads talk about Cork’s need to win now, not rebuild, a look ahead to the narratives of 2026, an excellent camogie final that will go to a replay and there is a Q&A from our listeners which sparks memories o
One night in Slaughtneil | Spirit, silverware & speedboats
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
New rules, media blackout & the male/female coaching imbalance | Nadine Doherty
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.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy informatio
Pat Spillane at 70 | ‘I remember the phone call where you dropped me’ | The TV me and the real me
Mickey Ned O’Sulluvan joins Michael Verney for a special tribute episode for Pat Spillane, who this week turned the big 7-0. Spillane recalls memories of his start in Kerry, the hit that made him the man who picked up Sam Maguire in place of Mickey Ned, and the phone call O’Sullivan made to drop Spillane from the Kerry squad - and the fire that ignited inside him. There are also memories of recove
Andrew O'Shaughnessy interview | Confidence in Limerick, living with MS and tours with the defence forces
Former Limerick hurler Andrew O’Shaugnessy is Michael’s guest for this week as he recalls memories of his playing career, as he gives his reasons why the Limerick team have been able to make the breakthroughs that did not happen in his time. Andrew also talks about living with multiple sclerosis and using his positive mindset, and how he has balanced hurling with a life in the defence forces. Our
Knowing when to step away | Operating in hurling’s shadows | Tommy Doyle & Enda Rowland
Westmeath’s Tommy Doyle and Laois’s Enda Rowland join Michael for this week’s Indo GAA, discussing their recent intercounty retirements. How do you know when it’s time to step away? How much of your life do you have to put on hold for your intercounty career? How do you deal with criticism and pressure? The lads chat through all of those questions and more on the pod. They also dive into their bat
Ciaran Whelan in studio | Summers in Dublin, channelling Hill 16, the stark reality of missing out on Sam Maguire
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 durin
The All Stars panel | How the voting works, the debate in the room & biggest snubs
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
Mullane's Monday club memories | The All-Star Late Late party | Loughrea All-Ireland favourites?
On this week’s edition of Indo GAA John Mullane joins Michael to chat through the movers and shakers from the hurling club championship, recall memories from ‘Monday Clubs’ and All Star trips and discuss potential favourites for the All Ireland. The lads also dive into their picks for Young Hurler of The Year, Player of The Year and Team of the Year, as well as reflecting on the recent retirements
Spillane’s Messi & Clifford comparisons, O’Connor’s Donaghy appointment a masterstroke?
Pat Spillane joins Michael for this week’s Indo GAA, discussing all the latest from the club championship - from Dingle’s big win, to the Grimley brothers’ double success and everything in between. They also chat through Kieran Donaghy’s appointment to the Kerry backroom team, and why that might be a master stroke from Jack O'Connor - as well as the influence of the AFL on the GAA. First though, P
A flight, a fry and an unforgettable celebration | 30 years on from Clare’s 95’ All-Ireland victory | Tony Considine
On this week’s Indo GAA, Michael was joined by Tony Considine - a key member of the management team during Clare’s 1995 All Ireland hurling final victory. 30 years on, Tony recalls his memories of that magic season alongside Ger Loughnane and Mike McNamara, diving into how the group built up to the big day in Croke Park versus Offaly. They also discuss how the match itself played out, and the last
What it’s really like to be a GAA coach | Behind the scenes insights from 20 years on the line | Cian O'Neill
Head of Sport, Leisure & Childhood Studies at MTU Cork, Cian O'Neill, joins Michael on this week's edition of the Indo GAA podcast - exploring the “all consuming” nature of elite level coaching and management in gaelic games, and discussing an ongoing study in relation to the topic. He also dives into what it's like to work alongside Jack O'Connor in the Kerry backroom team, how you coach a top p
John Meyler | Hurling For Tim fundraiser | Cork hurling's big reset | Patrick Horgan's legacy
Former Cork manager John Meyler joins Michael for this week's edition of the Indo GAA podcast, ahead of a fundraiser for his former Kilmoyley starlet Tim O’Brien. Tim's life changed forever after a road accident in 2010 left him paralysed from the neck down at just 18. A talented underage hurler, Tim has faced unimaginable challenges with courage and determination. After years living at home with
Marc Ó Sé in studio | Life with Kerry, Páidí memories, playing with Darragh & Tomás
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 associat
Why do Donegal get more All-Star nominations than Kerry? | The amazing club players who fly home | Pat Spillane
Pat Spillane joins Niall McIntyre after a weekend where Croke Park was alive in September - but for another code. Spillane also remembers his first All-Ireland win in 1975, talks about his admiration for Offaly and its sportstars and asks why Donegal has more players on the All-Star nominations than Kerry. Our GAA Podcast coverage is with thanks to AIB See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy infor
Kilkenny sends message with Henry Shefflin hire | The GPA need to push Croke Park harder | John Mullane
Niall McIntyre is in the presenter’s seat this week as John Mullane joins to break down some major talking points from the hurling world as Henry Shefflin returns to Kilkenny as under-20s boss. The lads also break down the GPA’s request for better player support, and ask if integration will be as expensive as they say. First, producer Shane Brennan joins to talk about Johnny Doyle’s incredible ser
There's a problem with Dublin’s coaching team | Dying clubs a canary in the coal mine for rural Ireland | Pat Spillane
Pat Spillane is back and ready to rock with his views on Ger Brennan’s backroom team, the Kerry club structure and the need for more focus on the West of Ireland, and why central plans have yet to bear fruit. First, Niall McIntyre joins Conan to reflect on the controversies erupting across the club scene. Our GAA Podcast coverage is with thanks to AIB See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy inform
The Club Pod: Will Stephen Cluxton silently retire? | Drama at Páirc Uí Chinnéide
Michael Verney and Niall McIntyre recap all the latest news from the club championship, in both hurling and football terms. The duo chat through how the respective competitions are heating up across the country and how intercounty stars like Conor McManus and Tony Kelly continue to shine on the club scene. They also dive into the drama that unfolded at the Páirc Uí Chinnéide, the beauty of long ra
Ballygunner v Ballygunner final a possibility soon? | Farewell to Eddie Brennan | A clean out at Cork? | John Mullane
John Mullane joins Michael Verney to shed light on the lay of the land in the hurling world as things stand, from the club championship to movement in the intercounty management scene. The pair discuss Ballygunner’s dominance in Waterford and how The Déise’s county team have their ‘Duck’s in a row with the appointment of Donal O’ Rourke to their backroom team. They also chat through Eddie Brennan’
Colm Parkinson in studio | Never shirking conflict, the issue with GAA coverage, making his mark in media 🏐
Colm Parkinson joins Conan in studio for a wide-ranging chat about the unique journey he undertook to become one of the GAA's most high-profile & outspoken voices. From precocious early days as an underage starlet with Laois, through a tumultuous senior career, as well as the flight risks & fallouts which followed. We also delve into his rollercoaster relationships with legendary figures like Mick
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