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Episodes

THE RACING POD: Aintree Grand National weekend! | Changes to make the race safer

April 12, 2024 13:22 - 26 minutes - 24 MB

With both John Duggan and Johnny Ward nowhere to be found, Will O'Callaghan steps into the host's chair with Thom Malone deputising as tipster ahead of this weekend's Aintree Grand National. The Racing Pod with William Hill. 18+ | Bet responsibly | GamblingCare.ie

Exclusive access - OJ Simpson is dead | Dr. Harry Edwards on OJ, US civil rights history and the role of athletes who protest

April 12, 2024 08:43 - 36 minutes - 33.2 MB

In 2016, Ger Gilroy was joined by Dr. Harry Edwards to discuss the role of athletes in the civil rights movement. Dr. Edwards is an American sociologist and civil rights activist who has spent a career working with sports teams and athletes at the highest levels in America. He also appeared in the opening episodes of OJ: Made in America.

Inner Drive - Jordan Conroy | Growing up as a child of domestic abuse

April 11, 2024 10:28 - 37 minutes - 34.5 MB

Ireland 7s rugby star Jordan Conroy and his mother sit down with Nathan Murphy to discuss his upbringing and how his family home was impacted by his violent stepfather. Inner Drive on Off The Ball in association with Allianz. Trigger Warning - Prolonged details and discussion of domestic violence.

EXCLUSIVE ACCESS - David Hickey on playing for La Rochelle, changing his stance on Muhammed Ali, Tommy Smith and John Carlos

April 10, 2024 11:40 - 1 hour - 56.4 MB

On February 27th, Eoin Sheahan sat down with GAA and Rugby legend David Hickey to talk about his life in activism as well as his decorated sporting career.

Weather weary, the dangers at play & who to watch | The Racing Pod

April 05, 2024 13:00 - 21 minutes - 19.6 MB

John Duggan & Johnny Ward are along with all the weekend's preview in The Racing Pod. With William Hill. Want the full version of the podcast? Visit http://offtheball.com/join!

THE RACING POD: Tips and what to look out for at the Irish Grand National weekend

March 28, 2024 14:05 - 21 minutes - 19.3 MB

Johnny Ward and John Duggan are back for this week's free Racing Pod, which looks ahead to the Easter racing at Fairyhouse in the Irish Grand National. The Racing Pod w/ William Hill 18+ | Bet responsibly | http://GamblingCare.ie

Why Cheltenham needs saving, Naas and Navan picks | THE RACING POD

March 22, 2024 14:05 - 20 minutes - 18.9 MB

John Duggan & Johnny Ward are back from a busy (but underwhelming) Cheltenham Festival for this week's Racing Pod. Want the full thing? Head over to offtheball.com/join! The Racing Pod, with William Hill.

THE CHELTENHAM SHOW | Gold Cup Friday, football fever & final day picks!

March 15, 2024 11:17 - 35 minutes - 32 MB

Ger Gilroy is joined by Thom Malone & John Duggan live from Cheltenham ahead of final day of the 2024 festival! Horse Racing w/ @williamhillire 18+ | Bet responsibly | GamblingCare.ie

THE CHELTENHAM SHOW | The Stayers Hurdle, attendance atmosphere & Day Three picks!

March 14, 2024 10:53 - 30 minutes - 27.7 MB

Eoin Sheahan is joined by Thom Malone & John Duggan live from Cheltenham ahead of day three! Horse Racing w/ @williamhillire 18+ | Bet responsibly | GamblingCare.ie

THE CHELTENHAM SHOW | Day two drop-outs, the cross country canceled & Willie Mullins’ winners!

March 13, 2024 10:58 - 29 minutes - 26.8 MB

Eoin Sheahan is joined by Johnny Ward & John Duggan live from Cheltenham as day two of the 2024 festival gets underway. Horse Racing w/ @williamhillire 18+ | Bet responsibly | GamblingCare.ie

The Cheltenham Show: Day One Preview, Champion Hurdle tips

March 12, 2024 10:15 - 40 minutes - 18.7 MB

Eoin is joined by John Duggan & Johnny Ward with your one-stop shop for tips & previews on the opening day of the 2024 Cheltenham Festival. In association with William Hill.

Can British racing be fixed & picks for the weekend | THE RACING POD

March 08, 2024 14:15 - 22 minutes - 20.6 MB

John Duggan is as ever joined by Johnny Ward on The Racing Pod! Want the full thing? Head over to offtheball.com/join! The Racing Pod, with William Hill.

MOUNT RUSHMORE: Katie Taylor | Sonia O'Sullivan | Rachael Blackmore | Cora Staunton

March 08, 2024 12:00 - 40 minutes - 37 MB

With Katie Taylor, Cora Staunton, Sonia O'Sullivan and Rachael Blackmore now carved onto OTB's Mount Rushmore celebrating the greatest Irish women's athletes of all-time, Kathleen McNamee, Mick McCarthy and Will O'Callaghan joined Ger Gilroy to discuss the final choices.

Off The Ball's Mount Rushmore | Katie Taylor, Rachael Blackmore, Sonia O'Sullivan and Cora Staunton |

March 08, 2024 10:00 - 15 minutes - 7 MB

It's all come down to this: Kathleen McNamee, Sarah O'Donovan, Eoin Sheahan & Jenny Claffey discuss the final makeup for the Irish sportswomen Mount Rushmore on International Women's Day. Catch Off the Ball's sports breakfast show LIVE weekday mornings from 7:30am or just search for Off the Ball Breakfast and get the podcast on the Off the Ball app or wherever you listen to yours. SUBSCRIBE and FOLLOW the Off the Ball Breakfast podcast. #OptimumNutrition | #TheresMoreOfYouInYou

OTB's Mt. Rushmore | Cathal Dennehy & Gavan Casey's Olympic/Paralympic picks

March 07, 2024 09:00 - 26 minutes - 24.1 MB

OTB's Mt. Rushmore continues to its fourth day as journalists Cathal Dennehy & Gavan Casey make their Olympic/Paralympic picks. Catch Off the Ball's sports breakfast show LIVE weekday mornings from 7:30am or just search for Off the Ball Breakfast and get the podcast on the Off the Ball app or wherever you listen to yours. SUBSCRIBE and FOLLOW the Off the Ball Breakfast podcast. #OptimumNutrition | #TheresMoreOfYouInYou

OTB's Mount Rushmore | Cliona Foley & Nora Stapleton's picks from racing &rugby

March 06, 2024 09:30 - 40 minutes - 37.3 MB

Continuing our 2024 Mt. Rushmore, journalist Cliona Foley & former rugby & football star Nora Stapleton give their picks for the 4 best female Irish athletes outside of Gaelic games and soccer. Catch Off the Ball's sports breakfast show LIVE weekday mornings from 7:30am or just search for Off the Ball Breakfast and get the podcast on the Off the Ball app or wherever you listen to yours. SUBSCRIBE and FOLLOW the Off the Ball Breakfast podcast. #OptimumNutrition | #TheresMoreOfYouInYou

Gold Cup memories, John's Cheltenham Q&A, ones to watch | THE RACING POD

March 01, 2024 14:15 - 25 minutes - 23.3 MB

The Cheltenham excitement continues this week with John Duggan and Johnny Ward on The Racing Pod! With William Hill.

Tacking Online Abuse of Sport's Biggest Stars | OTB Breakfast Extra | Aidan Eames & Theo Lynn

February 29, 2024 10:10 - 20 minutes - 19.1 MB

Aidan Eames of Clark Hill law firm & Professor Theo Lynn of DCU join Ger & Eoin in studio to talk about the FIA-backed campaign tackling online abuse in sport, 'United Against Online Abuse'. Catch Off the Ball's sports breakfast show LIVE weekday mornings from 7:30am or just search for Off the Ball Breakfast and get the podcast on the Off the Ball app or wherever you listen to yours. SUBSCRIBE and FOLLOW the Off the Ball Breakfast podcast. #OptimumNutrition | #TheresMoreOfYouInYou

Cheltenham do's & don'ts, Irish representation & picks for the weekend | The Racing Pod

February 23, 2024 15:10 - 20 minutes - 19.1 MB

John Duggan & Johnny Ward are here as ever with this week's Racing Pod! If you want access to the full thing head over to OffTheBall.com/Join! The Racing Pod with William Hill

KATIE MULLAN: ‘We’re hungry to do more’ | Olympics heartbreak

February 22, 2024 17:00 - 31 minutes - 28.5 MB

Ireland hockey captain Katie Mullan joined Nathan Murphy to discussed the team missing out on the Paris Olympics, why the squad are striving to become full-time professionals, and their hopes to continue improving.

THE RACING POD: 'Matriarch' Maureen Mullins RIP | Saturday at Gowran Park

February 16, 2024 13:30 - 22 minutes - 20.2 MB

John Duggan and Johnny Ward were reunited once more on this week's The Racing Pod. They discuss the passing of Maureen Mullins, Saturday's card at Gowran Park, and their top picks for tomorrow. The Racing Pod with William Hill

OLIVIA MEHAFFEY: LPGA Tour ambitions | Making a living on tour | Learning from Jon Rahm

February 15, 2024 20:35 - 23 minutes - 21.2 MB

Professional golfer Oliva Mehaffey joined Nathan Murphy to discuss her life on the European Tour, how she overcame the loss of her father and learning from Jon Rahm in Arizona. Want to join Ireland's biggest, best (and possibly nerdiest) golf community?  Email [email protected] with proof of your subscription to get access to the Golf Weekly Discord server!

Dublin Racing Festival Records, The Gold Cup picture & weekend preview | The Racing Pod

February 09, 2024 14:10 - 40 minutes - 36.6 MB

John Duggan and Johnny Ward are back after their big night in The Mayson with all your racing action! With @William Hill - visit GamblingCare.ie

Overcoming an eating disorder to become Ireland’s strongest woman | Sheila Naughton

February 08, 2024 20:30 - 32 minutes - 29.9 MB

Ireland's back-to-back strongest woman champion Sheila Naughton joined Nathan Murphy to discuss her journey from overcoming anorexia to becoming Ireland's strongest woman. If you are affected by anything discussed in this video, visit: https://www.bodywhys.ie/

Exclusive access - Jimmy Barry Murphy LIVE in Cork on Ronan O'Gara, modern GAA and his career

February 06, 2024 13:15 - 42 minutes - 39.1 MB

Jimmy Barry Murphy sat down with Eoin Sheahan and Tommy Rooney at The Cork Opera House during the Cork Podcast Festival last August. You can listen to the full interview now for free.

RACING POD LIVE ROADSHOW: With JJ Slevin, Sean Flanagan and Gavin Cromwell

February 02, 2024 17:00 - 49 minutes - 45.4 MB

Gavin Cromwell, JJ Slevin, and Sean Flanagan joined hosts Johnny Ward and John Duggan at the Mayson Hotel ahead of the Dublin Racing Festival for the Racing Pod's maiden live roadshow! The Racing Pod with William Hill.

Irish Sport For Palestine | Michael Darragh MacAuley, Rebecca O’Keefe & Tony Ward

February 01, 2024 17:00 - 24 minutes - 22.5 MB

Eoin Sheahan was live outside The Dáil to interview former Dublin footballer Michael Darragh MacAuley, former Irish basketball player Rebecca O’Keefe and former Irish rugby player Tony Ward  at Irish Sport For Palestine’s public appeal for Basketball Ireland to boycott its upcoming game against Israel.

The Racing Pod | Thyestes Chase Day Review | Interviews with Patrick Mullins and Henry De Bromhead | Weekly Tips

January 26, 2024 14:20 - 22 minutes - 20.9 MB

John Duggan and Johnny Ward were reunited once more on this week's The Racing Pod. We hear all about their experience of the Thyestes Day with audio from Patrick Mullins and Henry De Bromhead. The lads also share their tips for this week's Cheltenham, Doncaster and Fairyhouse meetings. The Racing Pod with William Hill

The Tragic Loss of Gabriele Glodenyte | Increasing Danger of cycling on Irish Roads | Sean Landers

January 24, 2024 14:35 - 27 minutes - 25 MB

National Series cycling champion, 24-year-old Gabriele Glodenyte, died following a collision with a car when cycling in Dublin in May of 2023. Gabriele's partner Sean Landers, who was cycling with her on the day of her passing, joined Richie McCormack on Tuesday's Off The Ball to discuss the tragedy and to appeal to motorists to take care to help protect cyclists.

The Carberry Clan Chaos, last week's learnings & picks for the weekend | THE RACING POD

January 19, 2024 14:35 - 23 minutes - 21.5 MB

John Duggan & Johnny Ward are along for episode 10 of The Racing Pod. Want the whole thing? Head over to offtheball.com/join for the full 40 minutes! The Racing Pod with Willian Hill!

Lindsey Peat: Being a part of the Laochra Gael legacy

January 16, 2024 13:00 - 12 minutes - 11.2 MB

Tommy Rooney spoke to Irish and Leinster rugby legend Lindsey Peat at 2024 Laochra Gael launch.

THE RACING POD | Favourite Track & Raceday Experience | Syndicate Series | 2 Free Tips

January 12, 2024 14:25 - 19 minutes - 18 MB

John Duggan & Johnny Ward are along for episode 9 of The Racing Pod. Want the whole thing? Head over to offtheball.com/join for the full 40 minutes! The Racing Pod with Willian Hill!

NFL Pod w/ Alan Faneca | Winning a SuperBowl, Purdy-Roethlisberger comparison

January 09, 2024 17:20 - 20 minutes - 18.7 MB

Pittsburgh Steelers legend Alan Faneca joined Will O'Callaghan & Cian Fahey to chat his SuperBowl XL win, Mahomes vs Purdy & his personal health-journey following his retirement. In association with 888 Casino

NICCI DALY | The ex-hockey star on racing electric scooters in Dubai | OTB F1 Pod

January 07, 2024 16:46 - 23 minutes - 21.3 MB

Former Irish hockey star, Nicci Daly joins Alanna Cunnane on Sunday's Off The Ball to discuss her adventures racing electric scooters in Dubai!

KATIE MULLAN: Irish hockey captain on Olympics, captaining her country & first love camogie

January 07, 2024 14:30 - 8 minutes - 8.03 MB

Irish hockey captain Katie Mullan chats to OTB's Aisling O'Reilly ahead of next week's Olympic qualifiers.

Leopardstown lookback, Limerick madness & weekend preview! | The Racing Pod

January 05, 2024 14:05 - 18 minutes - 17.3 MB

John Duggan is once more joined by Johnny Ward on The Racing Pod to pick through the world of horseracing! Want the full 40 minutes? Head over to offtheball.com/join!

Exclusive access - When John Giles, Eamon Dunphy and Liam Brady reunited in 2023

January 02, 2024 12:00 - 1 hour - 61 MB

In October of 2023, Off The Ball and Joe Molloy reunited the legendary RTE panel of John Giles, Eamon Dunphy and Liam Brady in the Round Room at the Mansion House with Eason. You can now watch back that panel in full on YouTube or listen back on the Off The Ball app.

King George drama & what to do with Constitution Hill | The Racing Pod

December 28, 2023 12:50 - 20 minutes - 19.2 MB

Johnny Ward is joined by Thom Malone for a festive edition of The Racing Pod! Want the full 40+ minutes? Head over to offtheball.com/join to become a member!

Racing tactics, weekend results & Christmas selections! | The Racing Pod

December 22, 2023 13:55 - 22 minutes - 21 MB

Johnny Ward is joined by David Jennings from The Racing Post to pick through your Christmas racing schedule! Want the full 40+ minutes? Subscribe to OTB for it all by visiting offtheball.com/join

JP McManus donation | Max of 4 horses per yard in the one race? | The Racing Pod | Ep. 5

December 15, 2023 14:33 - 20 minutes - 19.2 MB

On this episode of The Racing Pod, David Jennings and Johnny Ward talk about JP McManus donating 1 million euro to every GAA county board and a potential BHA proposal to have a cap on the runners a trainer can have in one race. To become a member and access our exclusive content simply click: here:http://offtheball.com/join

Becoming the best in the world, Overcoming major accidents | Racing talent Alyx Coby

December 15, 2023 10:05 - 17 minutes - 11.9 MB

Alyx Coby has just returned home after nine weeks in the United States working and racing for top U.S. sports car team Random Vandals Racing. She recently competed at two iconic racing tracks Sebring and F1 track COTA (Circuit of the Americas) in Texas. She joined Off the Ball Breakfast to explain her career aspirations and why she is ready to be the best of the best. Catch Off the Ball's sports breakfast show LIVE weekday mornings from 7:30am or just search for Off the Ball Breakfast and ...

Sextortion and sharing of intimate images | Leigh Nicol's story | Kathrina Bentley | Det. Supt. Ian Lackey

December 09, 2023 14:30 - 28 minutes - 25.7 MB

Leigh Nicol, former professional footballer with Crystal Palace, shared her harrowing story with us on Off The Ball after she had intimate images and videos shared and circulated online a number of years ago. Leigh joined Shane Hannon on the line for our panel to raise awareness of her experience, and also in studio were Kathrina Bentley, CEO of Men's Aid Ireland, and An Garda Síochána Detective Superintendent Ian Lackey. This Panel is with the Department of Justice – Sharing intimate imag...

Fairyhouse in Review | Hayes & Townend at the HRI Awards | THE RACING POD

December 08, 2023 14:05 - 22 minutes - 20.6 MB

John & Johnny are back together for this week's pod! Want the full 40+ minutes every Friday? Subscribe by going to offtheball.com/join! Gamblingcare.ie

David Jennings | Seasons shocks & this weekend's action | THE RACING POD

December 01, 2023 13:12 - 21 minutes - 19.3 MB

Johnny Ward is joined by David Jennings on the free section of this week's Racing Pod! Want the full 40+ minutes every Friday? Subscribe by going to offtheball.com/join! Gamblingcare.ie

Lunchtime Wrap | Girls in Green play Hungary, Jager set for Munster debut and Tiger is back

December 01, 2023 13:05 - 6 minutes - 3.02 MB

On Friday's lunchtime wrap, Eileen Gleeson wants her Republic of Ireland side to finish the year on a high, Oli Jager prepares for his Munster debut in Cork, and Tiger Woods is back - but feeling the effects of his first round of competitive golf.

MOVEMBER: Removing the fear about mental health conversations | Damien Sheridan

November 30, 2023 18:30 - 12 minutes - 11.6 MB

Former Meath footballer Damien Sheridan, who is part of the Ahead of the Game programme with Movember and the GAA, joined Nathan Murphy on Thursday's Off The Ball. Off The Ball have teamed up with Movember to help change the face of men’s health and shake up men’s health research.  Help combat mental health, suicide and prostate & testicular cancers. To Donate please go to Movember.com/donate.

LUNCHTIME WRAP: Kelleher gets Liverpool nod, Jager set for Munster debut

November 30, 2023 13:10 - 6 minutes - 3 MB

On Thursday's Lunchtime Wrap on Off The Ball, Jurgen Klopp backs Coaimhín Kelleher to step up in the absence of Allison, Denise O'Sullivan on whether or not a move to the WSL would tempt her, Oli Jager set for his Munster debut and Tiger Woods returns to competitive golf. In association with the Department of Justice.

LUNCHTIME WRAP: Make or break for United, Arsenal look to finish top and O’Mahony a doubt for Munster’s European clash

November 29, 2023 13:10 - 5 minutes - 2.34 MB

On today’s Lunchtime Wrap, Erik Ten Hag calls for cool heads in Turkey, Arsenal target top spot, Newcastle left fuming after VAR debacle in Paris and Peter O’Mahony a doubt for Munster’s clash with Bayonne. The Lunchtime Wrap is with the Department of Justice – Sharing intimate images without consent is a crime. Visit hotline.ie to report quickly, easily and anonymously, or contact An Garda Síochána.

The F1 Pod - Ep. 20: Abu Dhabi recap | 2023 end of season awards - Surprise performer? Race of the year? FIA marks out of 10?

November 29, 2023 12:47 - 48 minutes - 44.5 MB

Episode 20 was our final episode of The F1 Pod on Off The Ball for this season, and host Shane Hannon was joined by Aston Martin's former Head of Race Strategy, Bernie Collins, and the motorsport broadcaster and journalist Declan Quigley. We handed out the 2023 F1 Pod Awards - Driver of the Year, Surprise performer, Race of the Year, and FIA marks out of 10. The guys also discussed the action in Abu Dhabi in the season finale, and the Lewis Hamilton to Red Bull back-and-forth. The F1 Pod o...

Chasing the AFLW Grand Final crown | Ireland's Aussie takeover | Orla O'Dwyer

November 29, 2023 10:44 - 17 minutes - 12.1 MB

Brisbane Lions' player Orla O'Dwyer and former Tipperary ace joined Off the Ball Breakfast ahead of her appearance in the AFLW Grand final this weekend. Catch Off the Ball's sports breakfast show LIVE weekday mornings from 7:30am or just search for Off the Ball Breakfast and get the podcast on the Off the Ball app or wherever you listen to yours. SUBSCRIBE and FOLLOW the Off the Ball Breakfast podcast.

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