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OTB Daily

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Subscribe to OTB Daily for the finest selection of podcasts from Ireland's biggest sports network. Everyday we'll supply you with our most interesting interviews, the latest sports news, and the moments that matter from the biggest sports stars and regular voices of OTB.

OTB Daily is the home for the Performance Rankings, A Slight Tangent, the Newsround and so much more from across our schedule. You'll get much of our podcasts too in OTB Rugby, OTB GAA and OTB Football. Just search, subscribe, and enjoy.

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Episodes

The OTB Brief | Man U ready for Europa League Final, Clare back Lohan

May 26, 2021 06:27 - 4 minutes - 262 Bytes

Welcome to The OTB Brief, everything you need to know about sport, first thing every morning, with John Duggan of OTB Sports. We bring you the latest news from sport and what's happening today. There are also details of today's OTB Sports Radio schedule - subscribe to The OTB Brief for your first sports fix every morning! You can also tune into OTB AM, our sports breakfast show from 7:30 am - where we've reaction, news, and analysis of all today's sport - watch or listen live across OTB Sports.

"Jordan was the master" | Michael Jordan & the story of the record breaking Bulls | Roland Lazenby

May 25, 2021 22:24 - 44 minutes - 2.63 KB

Author of "Michael Jordan: The Life" Roland Lazenby joins Joe Molloy to chat about the Chicago Bulls recording breaking season in 1996 when they won 72 regular season games.

The OTB Brief | Sligo Rovers go top, Stephen Kenny names squad

May 25, 2021 06:57 - 4 minutes - 275 Bytes

Welcome to The OTB Brief, everything you need to know about sport, first thing every morning, with John Duggan of OTB Sports. We bring you the latest news from sport and what's happening today. There are also details of today's OTB Sports Radio schedule - subscribe to The OTB Brief for your first sports fix every morning! You can also tune into OTB AM, our sports breakfast show from 7:30 am - where we've reaction, news, and analysis of all today's sport - watch or listen live across OTB Sports.

Performance Rankings | Leicester collapse, Phil soars and the Irish seesaw

May 24, 2021 12:52 - 17 minutes - 1 KB

Ger Gilroy and Nathan Murphy break down this week's Gillette Performance Rankings. #OTBAM is brought to you by @GilletteUk #MadeOfWhatMatters

Friday Night Racing | Guineas Weekend | Paddy Twomey

May 21, 2021 21:05 - 31 minutes - 1.87 KB

Paddy Twomey joins Friday Night Racing ahead of the Tattersalls Irish 1,000 Guineas at The Curragh this Sunday where he runs Fantasy Lady. @HRIRacing #EveryRacingMoment

The Crappy Quiz returns: Live and Dangerous

May 21, 2021 13:07 - 17 minutes - 1.04 KB

This week Ger Gilroy, Adrian Barry and Tommy Rooney clash in the OTB quiz of sporting factoids. OTB AM with @GilletteUK | #MadeOfWhatMatters

American Football returns to the Aviva | The College Classic's coming back

May 21, 2021 09:22 - 8 minutes - 507 Bytes

The Aer Lingus College Football Classic is coming back to Dublin - Paraic O'Kane joined OTB AM to share the latest details. #OTBAM with Gillette | #MadeOfWhatMatters

The OTB Brief | Mixed fortunes for Irish at the PGA, Kane speaks out

May 21, 2021 06:59 - 4 minutes - 286 Bytes

Welcome to The OTB Brief, everything you need to know about sport, first thing every morning, with John Duggan of OTB Sports. We bring you the latest news from sport and what's happening today. There are also details of today's OTB Sports Radio schedule - subscribe to The OTB Brief for your first sports fix every morning! You can also tune into OTB AM, our sports breakfast show from 7:30 am - where we've reaction, news, and analysis of all today's sport - watch or listen live across OTB Sports.

The Newsround | USPGA latest, Kane ponders next move, and McGuinness to Dundalk?

May 20, 2021 19:46 - 22 minutes - 1.33 KB

Nathan Murphy, Richie McCormack and Joe Molloy bring you Thursday's Newsround on Off The Ball, as we get the very latest on the Irish contingent at the USPGA Championship at Kiawah Island. Meanwhile, former Donegal Gaelic Football manager Jim McGuinness has emerged as a surprise contender to take charge at LOI side Dundalk. #OTBNR with @gilletteuk #MadeOfWhatMatters

Mare of Easttown is amazing | In defence of Netflix's awful new film | TV Picks OTB AM

May 20, 2021 14:06 - 11 minutes - 709 Bytes

Here's Sue Murphy talking TV on OTB AM. OTB AM is live with Gillette | #MadeOfWhatMatters

The OTB Brief | Liverpool on the brink of Champions League, PGA preview

May 20, 2021 07:14 - 4 minutes - 279 Bytes

Welcome to The OTB Brief, everything you need to know about sport, first thing every morning, with John Duggan of OTB Sports. We bring you the latest news from sport and what's happening today. There are also details of today's OTB Sports Radio schedule - subscribe to The OTB Brief for your first sports fix every morning! You can also tune into OTB AM, our sports breakfast show from 7:30 am - where we've reaction, news, and analysis of all today's sport - watch or listen live across OTB Sports.

The Newsround | Wexford GAA Covid cases, Liverpool top 4 push, and testing Neil's Limerickness

May 19, 2021 19:40 - 22 minutes - 1.33 KB

Joe Molloy is joined by Richie McCormack and Neil Treacy on this evening's Newsround. We hear details of positive Covid-19 cases in the Wexford hurling, camogie and ladies football teams, and look ahead to another busy night in the Premier League, as Liverpool aim to get back into the Champions League places. #OTBNR with @gilletteuk | #MadeOfWhatMatters

The OTB Brief | Chelsea beat Leicester, Liverpool in action, PGA groups

May 19, 2021 06:40 - 5 minutes - 311 Bytes

Welcome to The OTB Brief, everything you need to know about sport, first thing every morning, with John Duggan of OTB Sports. We bring you the latest news from sport and what's happening today. There are also details of today's OTB Sports Radio schedule - subscribe to The OTB Brief for your first sports fix every morning! You can also tune into OTB AM, our sports breakfast show from 7:30 am - where we've reaction, news, and analysis of all today's sport - watch or listen live across OTB Sports.

DEBATE | Irish Greyhound Racing | Gerard Dollard & Holly Cairns

May 18, 2021 20:20 - 32 minutes - 1.9 KB

Joe Molloy was joined by Greyhound Racing Ireland CEO Gerard Dollard and Social Democrat TD Holly Cairns to discuss the future of the Irish greyhound industry.

THE NEWSROUND | Hodgson to retire, Keane in Hall of Fame and Kane's uncertain future

May 18, 2021 20:06 - 16 minutes - 964 Bytes

Adrian Barry and Richie McCormack joined Joe Molloy to discuss this evening's sports news headlines on The Newsround. Sponsored by Gillette | #MadeOfWhatMatters | #OTBNR

Dadcast | Preparation is key

May 18, 2021 12:10 - 45 minutes - 2.65 KB

Ger, Dave, and Adrian are back this week with more tales from their misadventures in parenting. Email them your problems - a problem shared is top-quality content after all! [email protected] Enjoy!

Chasing Irish surfing's Olympic dreams | Boosting surfing in Ireland | Pro-surfer Gearoid McDaid

May 18, 2021 08:23 - 13 minutes - 823 Bytes

This morning OTB AM caught up with Irish surfer Gearoid McDaid. OTB AM live with Gillette | #MadeOfWhatMatters

The OTB Brief | Kane may leave Spurs, fans back at Old Trafford

May 18, 2021 06:41 - 4 minutes - 294 Bytes

Welcome to The OTB Brief, everything you need to know about sport, first thing every morning, with John Duggan of OTB Sports. We bring you the latest news from sport and what's happening today. There are also details of today's OTB Sports Radio schedule - subscribe to The OTB Brief for your first sports fix every morning! You can also tune into OTB AM, our sports breakfast show from 7:30 am - where we've reaction, news, and analysis of all today's sport - watch or listen live across OTB Sports.

The Newsround | Limerick's Kiely blasts simulation | Championship playoffs

May 17, 2021 19:41 - 27 minutes - 1.63 KB

Joe Molloy, Richie McCormack and Nathan Murphy recap all of the day's major sporting headlines. Limerick hurling manager John Kiely voiced his displeasure over Galway's "simulation" following yesterday's defeat to Galway in the hurling league, while Conor Hourihane gears up for the Championship playoffs with Swansea. The Newsround with @Gilletteuk #MadeOfWhatMatters

Hurling's list of problems | Chelsea questions | Alisson | Kerry on fire | Performance Rankings

May 17, 2021 08:29 - 21 minutes - 1.25 KB

OTB AM rates the good, the bad and the grand from the sporting weekend. Live with Gillette | #MadeOfWhatMatters

Worst sporting heartbreaks and is the FA Cup magic gone?

May 15, 2021 16:24 - 15 minutes - 905 Bytes

Shane Hannon joined John Duggan on OTB Saturday to discuss the waning magic of the FA Cup, and their worst sporting heartbreaks - from Henry's handball to Aguero's last-minute winner!

SATURDAY PANEL | Week Review: Rory, Furlong, will Olympics happen?

May 15, 2021 15:28 - 50 minutes - 2.97 KB

On The Saturday Panel this week John Duggan was joined by Cliona Foley of Off The Bench, the Irish Examiner's Brendan O'Brien, and former Leinster and Ireland star Bernard Jackman. We dived into some of the top stories of the week - incuding Rory McIlroy back to winning ways, Tadhg Furlong's new contract, the return of the GAA, and we're asking whether or not the Olympic Games should go ahead.

The OTB Brief | Liverpool beat United, Comer back, Golf latest

May 14, 2021 07:08 - 4 minutes - 256 Bytes

Welcome to The OTB Brief, everything you need to know about sport, first thing every morning, with John Duggan of OTB Sports. We bring you the latest news from sport and what's happening today. There are also details of today's OTB Sports Radio schedule - subscribe to The OTB Brief for your first sports fix every morning! You can also tune into OTB AM, our sports breakfast show from 7:30 am - where we've reaction, news, and analysis of all today's sport - watch or listen live across OTB Sports.

Back on Track - Lessons from a Sporting Life | Sene Naoupu, Nicci Daly, Kate Harrington, Ursula Jacob

May 13, 2021 18:03 - 1 hour - 3.66 KB

Ger Gilroy and Johnny Ward present 'Back on Track - Lessons from a Sporting Life' with four of Ireland's most recognisable female sporting faces; Irish rugby international Sene Naoupu, 4-time All Ireland winner Ursula Jacob, hockey international Nicci Daly, and trainer and broadcaster Kate Harrington. It’s all to support the Breast Cancer Ireland race day at Leopardstown this Friday 14th May. To donate to Breast Cancer Ireland, please visit Breastcancerireland.ie/donate to give what you ca...

TV Picks | The Underground Railroad | A binge-able Netflix series | Rewatching Line of Duty

May 13, 2021 12:58 - 14 minutes - 841 Bytes

Sue Murphy has this week's TV Picks for OTB AM. Live with Gillette | #MadeOfWhatMatters

The OTB Brief | Arsenal win, Man U v Liverpool preview, Rock regret

May 13, 2021 06:52 - 4 minutes - 267 Bytes

Welcome to The OTB Brief, everything you need to know about sport, first thing every morning, with John Duggan of OTB Sports. We bring you the latest news from sport and what's happening today. There are also details of today's OTB Sports Radio schedule - subscribe to The OTB Brief for your first sports fix every morning! You can also tune into OTB AM, our sports breakfast show from 7:30 am - where we've reaction, news, and analysis of all today's sport - watch or listen live across OTB Sports.

Eric Donovan | Removing boxing's quitting stigma | 'That's where the real courage is'

May 12, 2021 20:49 - 22 minutes - 1.32 KB

Irish boxer Eric Donovan joins Joe Molloy on the line after his European Union super-featherweight title shot scheduled for this weekend had to be postponed. We also ask Eric for his thoughts on the criticism of boxers "quitting" on the stool, after Canelo Alvarez's TKO defeat of Billy Joe Saunders on Saturday.

The OTB Brief | Manchester City crowned champions, Waterford forfeit fixture

May 12, 2021 07:12 - 4 minutes - 290 Bytes

Welcome to The OTB Brief, everything you need to know about sport, first thing every morning, with John Duggan of OTB Sports. We bring you the latest news from sport and what's happening today. There are also details of today's OTB Sports Radio schedule - subscribe to The OTB Brief for your first sports fix every morning! You can also tune into OTB AM, our sports breakfast show from 7:30 am - where we've reaction, news, and analysis of all today's sport - watch or listen live across OTB Sports.

Richard Keogh wins Derby case, Leicester edge out weakened MUFC, camogie vote | THE NEWSROUND

May 11, 2021 20:31 - 26 minutes - 1.53 KB

We bring you all the top Tuesday headlines on this evening's Newsround.   @Gillette UK  #MadeofwhatMatters

The OTB Brief | Fulham relegated, Dublin players escape fines

May 11, 2021 06:40 - 4 minutes - 283 Bytes

Welcome to The OTB Brief, everything you need to know about sport, first thing every morning, with John Duggan of OTB Sports. We bring you the latest news from sport and what's happening today. There are also details of today's OTB Sports Radio schedule - subscribe to The OTB Brief for your first sports fix every morning! You can also tune into OTB AM, our sports breakfast show from 7:30 am - where we've reaction, news, and analysis of all today's sport - watch or listen live across OTB Sports.

Rory's return, Cavani's influence and Tadhg Furlong's new deal

May 10, 2021 19:40 - 27 minutes - 1.62 KB

Joe Molloy, Nathan Murphy and Richie McCormack look at all the biggest sports stories from across the weekend on the Newsround. We look at the return of GAA at long last, the news of equal pay for female players, Rory McIlroy's big win at Quail Hollow and Sam Allardyce getting relegated for the first time in his career.

Rory glory, Man United Limbo, Antrim rising, Laker drama | Performance Rankings feat. Neil McManus

May 10, 2021 08:35 - 27 minutes - 1.64 KB

We kick off every week with the OTB AM Gillette Performance Rankings, rating the Good, Bad and Grand from the sporting weekend. OTB AM is live with Gillette | #MadeOfWhatMatters

THE OTB BRIEF | McIlroy ends wait for victory, WBA relegated, and Antrim stun Clare

May 10, 2021 06:39 - 5 minutes - 300 Bytes

Welcome to The OTB Brief, everything you need to know about sport, first thing every morning, with John Duggan of OTB Sports. We bring you the latest news from sport and what's happening today. There are also details of today's OTB Sports Radio schedule - subscribe to The OTB Brief for your first sports fix every morning! You can also tune into OTB AM, our sports breakfast show from 7:30 am - where we've reaction, news, and analysis of all today's sport - watch or listen live across OTB Sports.

Panel: Art of marathon running | Sonia O'Sullivan, John Treacy, Lizzie Lee

May 08, 2021 01:45 - 1 hour - 4.18 KB

A fascinating discussion ensued on our Saturday Panel this week on the art of marathon running - as Sonia O'Sullivan, John Treacy and Lizzie Lee joined John Duggan. They discussed their best and worst marathon memories, tips for running 26.2 miles, Olympic experiences, and also the importance of physical education for young kids.

Friday Night Racing | Philip Rothwell

May 07, 2021 19:29 - 41 minutes - 2.45 KB

Philip Rothwell joins Friday Night Racing to chat about his successful week at Punchestown where he saddled three winners. @Horse Racing Ireland​ #EVERYRACINGMOMENT

Crappy Quiz | Young guns eye struggling Quiz vet'

May 07, 2021 06:57 - 23 minutes - 1.35 KB

It's Adrian Barry vs Enda Coll vs Shane Hannon in this week's quiz of sporting factoids. OTB AM with Gillette | #MadeOfWhatMatters

The OTB Brief | United through, Arsenal out, Lions squad reaction

May 07, 2021 06:52 - 5 minutes - 321 Bytes

Welcome to The OTB Brief, everything you need to know about sport, first thing every morning, with John Duggan of OTB Sports. We bring you the latest news from sport and what's happening today. There are also details of today's OTB Sports Radio schedule - subscribe to The OTB Brief for your first sports fix every morning! You can also tune into OTB AM, our sports breakfast show from 7:30 am - where we've reaction, news, and analysis of all today's sport - watch or listen live across OTB Sports.

Brian O'Driscoll | Why Sexton and Ryan missed out on Lions | Conan and Aki surprises

May 06, 2021 20:05 - 43 minutes - 2.55 KB

Nathan Murphy is joined by Brian O’Driscoll as we recap the British and Irish Lions squad announcement. Warren Gatland has picked 8 Irish players in his squad of 37, with Johnny Sexton and James Ryan both left out. Rugby with @vodafoneireland #TeamOfUs

The Newsround | Lions squad fallout, Olympic vaccines and Europa League semi finals

May 06, 2021 19:43 - 21 minutes - 1.23 KB

Nathan Murphy is joined by Richie McCormack and Joe Molloy for Thursday night’s newsround, as we recap the big calls in Warren Gatland’s Lions squad. Meanwhile, it’s been confirmed that all athletes will be vaccinated before the Olympic games, and the Europa League semi final team news is confirmed. The Newsround with @GilletteUK #MadeOfWhatMatters

Shaun Murphy Interview | Crucible run, Dublin life, bullies, cue on the Luas

May 06, 2021 15:34 - 40 minutes - 2.39 KB

The 2021 World Snooker Championship runner-up (and 2005 champion) Shaun Murphy joined Shane Hannon for a wide-ranging interview after his Crucible run. They talked his Irish DNA and living in Dublin, his optimism for snooker talent in Ireland, memories of 2005, being bullied in school, and how he and Mark Selby differ.

Louise Quinn and Jenny Murphy | Up Close and Personal

May 06, 2021 14:31 - 24 minutes - 1.43 KB

Former-rivals, former-teammates and international starts in two different codes, Louise Quinn and Jenny Murphy are the latest duo to take part in our Up Close & Personal series with Gillette | #MadeOfWhatMatters​

Line Of Duty | Handmaid's Tale | Sue Murphy's OTB TV Picks

May 06, 2021 11:47 - 12 minutes - 726 Bytes

Sue Murphy joined Ger and Eoin on OTBAM for this week's TV Picks, including The Handmaid's Tale and Line of Duty.   Sponsored by Gillette | #MadeOfWhatMatters

The OTB Brief | Chelsea into CL Final, Lions Squad to be named

May 06, 2021 06:39 - 4 minutes - 267 Bytes

Welcome to The OTB Brief, everything you need to know about sport, first thing every morning, with John Duggan of OTB Sports. We bring you the latest news from sport and what's happening today. There are also details of today's OTB Sports Radio schedule - subscribe to The OTB Brief for your first sports fix every morning! You can also tune into OTB AM, our sports breakfast show from 7:30 am - where we've reaction, news, and analysis of all today's sport - watch or listen live across OTB Sports.

The Newsround | Revenge of the referees, PSG petulance and golf's Super League

May 05, 2021 20:40 - 31 minutes - 1.83 KB

Joe Molloy is joined by Richie McCormack and Adrian Barry as we run through all of Wednesday's big sports news. The Newsround with @gilletteuk | #MadeOfWhatMatters

Irish relay team Olympics bound | Chris O’Donnell and Sharlene Mawdsley | OTBAM

May 05, 2021 10:51 - 12 minutes - 729 Bytes

After helping the Irish mixed relay team qualify for the Olympics, Chris O’Donnell and Sharlene Mawdsley, joined Ger and Eoin on OTBAM.  Sponsored by Gillette | #MadeOfWhatMatters

The OTB Brief | Man City reach CL final, Alan McLoughlin tributes

May 05, 2021 07:07 - 4 minutes - 268 Bytes

Welcome to The OTB Brief, everything you need to know about sport, first thing every morning, with John Duggan of OTB Sports. We bring you the latest news from sport and what's happening today. There are also details of today's OTB Sports Radio schedule - subscribe to The OTB Brief for your first sports fix every morning! You can also tune into OTB AM, our sports breakfast show from 7:30 am - where we've reaction, news, and analysis of all today's sport - watch or listen live across OTB Sports.

RIP Alan McLoughlin: Andy Townsend, Packie Bonner & Ray Houghton remember an Ireland legend | Man City topple PSG with ease

May 04, 2021 23:13 - 53 minutes - 3.11 KB

Andy Townsend, Packie Bonner & Ray Houghton join Joe to pay tribute to the late Alan McLoughlin. Pat Nevin also joins us to chat Champions League and the MUFC protest. @PaddyPower

Micheál Martin | Return of fans | Sports funding | PE in schools

May 04, 2021 21:26 - 45 minutes - 2.65 KB

An Taoiseach Micheál Martin sat down with Joe Molloy on Off The Ball to discuss sport in Ireland as we come out of the pandemic. 

The Newsround | City v PSG | Alan McLoughlin RIP

May 04, 2021 20:59 - 18 minutes - 1.06 KB

Dave McIntyre and Richie McCormack joined Joe Molloy to discuss this evening's sports news headlines  Sponsored by Gillette | #MadeOfWhatMatters | #OTBNR

Brian O'Driscoll | Leinster knocked off by O'Gara's La Rochelle | Lions picks

May 04, 2021 18:52 - 28 minutes - 1.66 KB

Former Ireland captain Brian O'Driscoll joined Joe Molloy to discuss La Rochelle's win over Leinster in the Heineken Champions Cup semis and potential Irish inclusions in the Lions' squad.  Sponsored by Vodafone | #TeamOfUs

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