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Should pitches be reopened? Can sport exist in a Covid-19 reality? | Professor Kingston Mills, Professor Anthony Staines & John O'Mahony TD
May 27, 2020 19:10 - 28 minutes - 26.5 MBProfessor Anthony Staines [Chair in Health Systems Research @ Dublin City University] Professor Kingston Mills [Head of the Centre for Study of Immunology at Trinity’s Biomedical Sciences Institute] and John O'Mahony [All-Ireland winner, Fine Gael TD & Seanad Spokesperson on Sport] join Joe Molloy to weigh-up recent calls for ease of access to sporting facilities.
Ciarán Sheehan | Rebel return, GAA hiatus, life as a pro in Oz | OTB AM
May 27, 2020 11:14 - 26 minutes - 24.1 MBCiarán Sheehan, Cork senior footballer and former AFL star, joined Ger and Eoin to talk life in the AFL versus the GAA, returning to action only when it's safe, and how the Rebel footballers are faring in recent years. OTB AM is the sports breakfast show from Off The Ball – live weekday mornings from 7:30-10:00 am across the OTB channels. You can subscribe to the OTB AM podcast wherever you get your podcasts across the OTB Podcast Network. via iTunes via Spotify via GoLoud
Former Cork camogie captain Anna Geary on life in lockdown
May 21, 2020 18:17 - 1 hour - 97.5 MBFour-time All-Ireland Camogie Championship winner and four-time All-Star Anna Geary spoke to Will O'Callaghan about staying motivated in lockdown, retiring from camogie at just 27 and why she's happiest when busy.
Eddie Brennan on Laois learnings, hurling's new reality, and life on the frontline
May 19, 2020 20:30 - 24 minutes - 22.1 MBLaois manager & Kilkenny legend Eddie Brennan joins Joe on Tuesday's Off The Ball.
Mike Quirke | First year in charge of Laois, adjusting to management, and the impact of Covid-19
May 11, 2020 21:28 - 26 minutes - 23.9 MBJoe Molloy is joined on the line by Laois manager Mike Quirke to discuss how he has found the move into inter-county management and the impact of the pandemic on his first season.
Tipperary's Aisling McCarthy on AFLW and life in lockdown
May 08, 2020 16:42 - 26 minutes - 37 MBTipperary's Aisling McCarthy has been speaking to Will O'Callaghan about her two seasons with the Western Bulldogs in the women's AFL, whether she's likely to go back for a third and life in lockdown.
Anthony Moyles | GAA inter-county plan; watching sport with VR | OTB AM
May 07, 2020 11:35 - 28 minutes - 26.4 MBFormer Meath captain Anthony Moyles joined Ger and Eoin for a chat around the GAA's plans for no inter-county action before October. Anthony also tells us how the ways in which we consume sport and entertainment will change in the coming years, accelerated by the Covid-19 pandemic. OTB AM is the sports breakfast show from Off The Ball – live weekday mornings from 7:30-10:00 am across the OTB channels. You can subscribe to the OTB AM podcast wherever you get your podcasts across the OTB Podc...
Martin McNally | GAA referee on lack of games; officials' fundrasing drive
May 07, 2020 11:35 - 13 minutes - 12.6 MBGaelic football referee Martin McNally joined Ger and Eoin for a chat around the GAA's plans for no inter-county action before October, keeping fit in isolation, and a fundraising initiative that sees officials across the country getting their running shoes on! OTB AM is the sports breakfast show from Off The Ball – live weekday mornings from 7:30-10:00 am across the OTB channels. You can subscribe to the OTB AM podcast wherever you get your podcasts across the OTB Podcast Network. via iTu...
PODCAST | AFL v GAA anti-doping - Longford's Mickey Quinn | OTB AM
April 30, 2020 11:48 - 22 minutes - 20.6 MBLongford star Mickey Quinn joined us on OTB AM to discuss anti-doping in the GAA, and how his experiences of testing in the AFL in Australia differ from that here. OTB AM is the sports breakfast show from Off The Ball – live weekday mornings from 7:30-10:00 am across the OTB channels. You can subscribe to the OTB AM podcast wherever you get your podcasts across the OTB Podcast Network. via iTunes via Spotify via GoLoud
PODCAST | Eamon McGee on anti-doping in the GAA
April 29, 2020 11:23 - 18 minutes - 16.5 MBFormer Donegal star Eamon McGee was on OTB AM with Ger and Eoin discussing the testing (or lack thereof) for doping in the GAA. Carlow footballer Ray Walker yesterday accepted a four-year ban for a doping violation.
Life on the frontline - Monaghan football captain Ryan Wylie
April 27, 2020 13:32 - 27 minutes - 38.4 MBMonaghan captain Ryan Wylie is working as a radiographer at Dublin's Mater hospital, he's been speaking to Will O'Callaghan about being on the frontline during the pandemic and whether he thinks games will return this year.
From London to Laois and back again | Cahir Healy
April 27, 2020 13:25 - 29 minutes - 41 MBLaois dual player Cahir Healy has been commuting from London to play for his county and his club Portlaoise, he's been telling Will O'Callaghan what motivates him to do so.
Donegal goalkeeper & Garda Shaun Patton discusses life on the frontline
April 23, 2020 18:37 - 23 minutes - 21.2 MBNathan Murphy is joined on the line by Donegal goalkeeper as we discuss his transition to the Gardaí and working on the frontline. This Friday on Off The Ball we want you to join us in supporting those on the front line by dressing up for Formal Friday. That's right...It's time to get up and get dressed, no more shorts all day, we want to see you running your 5k in your tuxedo, how many keepie-uppies can you do in your wedding suit? Or maybe you can just work from home in your wedding dress...
PODCAST | Alan Milton of GAA on coronavirus impact; financial outcomes
April 20, 2020 10:02 - 15 minutes - 13.7 MBThe GAA's Director of Communications Alan Milton joined Ger and Eoin on OTB AM this morning to discuss the results of their Special Congress, and how a prolonged absence of matches is likely to affect the Association.
PODCAST | Classic Game Club - Tyrone v Kerry 2005
April 16, 2020 12:06 - 1 hour - 68.8 MBEoin, Ger and Tommy reflected on Tyrone's scintillating win over Kerry in the 2005 All-Ireland senior football final in The Classic Game Club on OTB AM.
PODCAST | David Brady on the importance of picking up the phone
April 14, 2020 12:44 - 21 minutes - 19.4 MBFormer Mayo star David Brady joined Ger and Eoin on OTB AM for a discussion around DB Talks - as David picks up the phone and chats to GAA people around the country (and the world) who might need a chat.
Stephen Lucey | Life as a GP, the end of the dual player, and embracing the journey
April 11, 2020 16:38 - 26 minutes - 35.9 MBFormer Limerick hurling and football dual star Stephen Lucey joined John Duggan on the line to talk about what life is like as a GP during Covid-19. We also look back on his dual journey with the Limerick hurlers and footballers, where he played more than 60 times combined in the championship, taking them to the All-Ireland hurler decider in 2007, and coming agonisingly close on several occasions to ending Limerick's more-than-100-year wait for a Munster football title.
Cora Staunton Interview | Injury woes, Covid concerns & returning home
April 10, 2020 00:33 - 39 minutes - 36.1 MBFresh from being carved into the Off The Ball Mayo Mount Rushmore, Cora Staunton stopped by on Thursday's Off The Ball.
Mike Quirke | Laois' league, keeping players busy, championship view
April 01, 2020 10:10 - 15 minutes - 14.4 MBLaois manager Mike Quirke joined Eoin Sheahan on OTB AM this morning for a chat around the current hiatus of gaelic games due to the coronavirus. Quirke discussed keeping in touch with his panel, and his thoughts on how the league and championship may be played out in these unprecedented times.
Mickey Quinn | GAA needs more skills, PE teacher life, GAA calendar
March 31, 2020 13:21 - 17 minutes - 16.2 MBLongford footballer and former Aussie Rules star Mickey Quinn joined Ger Gilroy on OTB AM to discuss the coronavirus outbreak and teahing Maths to Junior Cert students from home, his viral GAA skills videos, and thoughts on the championship potentially running to late in the year.
Tommy Walsh on his favourite All Ireland Final: Clare vs Offaly 1995
March 19, 2020 20:56 - 36 minutes - 33.2 MBTommy Walsh & Brian Lohan join Nathan to recap 1995's famous All Ireland Final between Clare & Offaly.
How to tackle GAA violence | Enda McGinley and Nicky Brennan
March 03, 2020 18:34 - 28 minutes - 26.5 MBJoe Molloy joined by 3-time All-Ireland winner with Tyrone Enda McGinley and former GAA President Nicky Brennan to chat about the half-time incident at Omagh between Tyrone and Dublin and how the GAA may look to tackle issues such as the one seen at Healy Park on Saturday night.
More rule changes in football and Hurling's rejection of the black card
March 02, 2020 20:35 - 20 minutes - 8.24 MBJoe Molloy is joined in studio by former Dublin player Cliona O'Connor as we look at some of the biggest GAA stories from the weekend. We discuss the ever-changing rules in Gaelic football and why the hurling community united against the black card.
Babs Keating Interview | "I gave up on hurling after last weekend"
February 28, 2020 10:40 - 25 minutes - 23.7 MBNathan Murphy is joined in studio by Babs Keating as we discuss the current state of Hurling.
Meath's Donal Keogan and Graham Geraghty | OTB AM
February 27, 2020 13:03 - 20 minutes - 9.51 MBMeath star Donal Keogan and two-time All-Ireland winner Graham Geraghty join Tommy Rooney in studio on OTB AM for a chat about Meath's 2020 so far! Donal and Graham were in studio with thanks to Allianz as they renewed their sponsorship of the GAA leagues. OTB AM is the sports breakfast show from Off The Ball - live weekday mornings from 7:30 am! Subscribe to GAA on Off The Ball or also the OTB AM podcast stream for more of this good stuff!
Jarlath Burns | On his bid for the GAA Presidency
February 26, 2020 18:59 - 44 minutes - 40.9 MBFormer Armagh footballer Jarlath Burns sat down with Joe Molloy in studio as he seeks to be elected the 40th President of the GAA this weekend. The Annual Congress take place in Croke Park on Friday evening.
David Brady | Laochra Gael, career chat, Mayo GAA highs and lows
February 25, 2020 17:22 - 43 minutes - 19.9 MBFormer Mayo star David Brady joined Joe Molloy in studio for a career chat ahead of the airing of a Laochra Gael episode on the Ballina man's life and career airing soon. The new series of Laochra Gael begins on TG4 on Thursday March 5th at 9.30pm March 5 - Kieran Donaghy March 12 - Diarmuid Lyng March 19 - Alan Brogan March 26 - Iggy Clarke April 2 - David Brady April 9 - Brenda McAnespie
David Brady | Laochra Gael, career chat, Mayo GAA highs and lows
February 25, 2020 17:22 - 43 minutes - 19.9 MBFormer Mayo star David Brady joined Joe Molloy in studio for a career chat ahead of the airing of a Laochra Gael episode on the Ballina man's life and career airing soon. The new series of Laochra Gael begins on TG4 on Thursday March 5th at 9.30pm March 5 - Kieran Donaghy March 12 - Diarmuid Lyng March 19 - Alan Brogan March 26 - Iggy Clarke April 2 - David Brady April 9 - Brenda McAnespie
Tommy Walsh | Fitzgibbon Cup Recap | National Hurling League Preview
February 13, 2020 20:03 - 24 minutes - 22.5 MBTommy Walsh joins Nathan to preview the weekend's slate of National Hurling League fixtures. We also look back at last night's Fitzgibbon Cup action.
Jonny Cooper Interview | Dessie Farrell, the mark and love of defending
February 12, 2020 17:48 - 26 minutes - 24 MBDublin player Jonny Cooper joins Joe Molloy on the line as we discuss life after Jim Gavin at Dublin and the art of defending.
Paul Rouse: GAA revolution, 'Landmark' Annual Report, 32 counties
February 12, 2020 15:19 - 40 minutes - 18.6 MBPaul Rouse joined Ger Gilroy and Eoin Sheahan on OTB AM to breakdown the GAA's annual report. We look at Tom Ryan's recommendations and dissect the points in the report. We talk through the potential revolution of the games, what we need from our next sports minister, and also, why is Paul so positive? You can read more of Paul's thoughts from this morning's appearance on our sports breakfast show here. Above all, Paul explains how Tom Ryan's eight recommendations could revolutionise the ex...
GAA's record revenue and Páirc Uí Chaoimh's continuing issues
February 11, 2020 20:38 - 25 minutes - 23.5 MBGAA Director General Tom Ryan today released his annual report - which gives us updates on Páirc Uí Chaoimh, Casement Park, the rude health of Association finances, and the excessive costs of running inter-county teams. Mick Foley from The Sunday Times joined Joe Molloy in studio for a breakdown of today's figures.
The Cathal McShane interview; AFL decision, Tyrone in 2020 |
February 11, 2020 13:29 - 19 minutes - 8.72 MBWelcome to the Cathal McShane interview on OTB AM - the sports breakfast show from Off The Ball; Ger and Eoin chat to the Tyrone star about his decision to stay at home! From the early approaches to the AFL, to training in Australia; McShane talks us through the decision behind staying. Breaking news before the end of the show too - it's announced that Conor McKenna is staying at home indefinitely in Tyrone. The Essendon Bombers defender is one of the most high-profile GAA players in the A...
Clifford's red card, umpires and timekeeping in GAA
February 10, 2020 20:09 - 19 minutes - 17.5 MBKieran Donaghy joins Joe Molloy on the line as we review the weekend's Allianz League action.
The changing face of defending in Gaelic Football | Tony McEntee
February 07, 2020 23:36 - 31 minutes - 29.3 MBAll Ireland winner Tony McEntee joins Ger to discuss changes to defensive structures within Gaelic football.
The Michael Brick Walsh interview | OTB AM
February 06, 2020 06:24 - 28 minutes - 13.1 MBWaterford legend Michael Brick Walsh joined Ger and Eoin this morning on OTB AM. The lads get talking Brick's career, as well as his thoughts on hurling today. We also get his take on whether a life in sport can be defined by medals! Listen or watch OTB AM, the sports breakfast show from Off The Ball every morning from 7.30am.
Enda McGinley | Mayo vs Dublin Preview | Allianz League Week Two
January 31, 2020 17:03 - 18 minutes - 17.2 MBFormer Tyrone player Enda McGinley looks ahead to the weekend's Gaelic football fixtures
Katie Power and Heather Cooney | All-Ireland battles | Camogie's new rules
January 29, 2020 17:39 - 21 minutes - 19.7 MB2019 All-Ireland winner, Galway Camogie star Heather Cooney, and Kilkenny stalwart Katie Power in studio with Joe Molloy as Littlewoods Ireland launch the 2020 Leagues and new rules to be trialed. We talk All-Ireland final joy and despair, the new rules and the increased focus on strength in the game.
Kieran Donaghy | Kerry vs Dublin Review, Clifford's class and Kobe's legacy
January 27, 2020 21:20 - 22 minutes - 20.9 MBFormer Kerry player Kieran Donaghy joins Joe Molloy as we look back on the first weekend of National Football League.
Tommy Walsh | Tullaroan's All-Ireland triumph
January 24, 2020 18:08 - 30 minutes - 28.1 MBKilkenny and Tullaroan's Tommy Walsh joins Ger to reflect on his club's All-Ireland Intermediate win last weekend.
National Football League Preview w/ Billy Joe Padden & Cliodhna O'Connor
January 24, 2020 13:52 - 29 minutes - 13.4 MBBilly Joe Padden & Cliodhna O'Connor join Ger to preview the maiden weekend of National Football League fixtures.
Ann Downey | Taking on Ballyragget and being a woman in men's football
January 23, 2020 20:29 - 18 minutes - 17.2 MBKilkenny camogie legend Ann Downey joins Nathan Murphy on the line to discuss her new role as Ballyragget men's intermediate manager.
Seamus Callanan Interview | All-Ireland Success, Eamon O'Shea and 2020 hopes
January 21, 2020 19:25 - 28 minutes - 26.2 MBTipperary hurler and Player of the Year Seamus Callanan joins Joe Molloy in studio as we look ahead to another season of hurling, Tipperary's success and his record-breaking season last year.
Padraig Walsh | Club All-Ireland Final, Kilkenny and Harry Potter
January 18, 2020 11:15 - 23 minutes - 22 MBKilkenny and Tullaroan player Padraig Walsh joins Nathan Murphy in studio as we look ahead to the AIB All-Ireland club intermediate Championship final this weekend.
The Joe Brolly interview | OTB AM
January 16, 2020 14:03 - 44 minutes - 20.5 MBOTB AM is the sports breakfast show from Off The Ball - and this is the Joe Brolly interview. Joe joined Ger and Eoin in studio on Thursday morning for a forty-five minute chat. We talk about his RTÉ exit, the state of the GAA, joining eir Sport and plenty more. Subscribe to the OTB AM podcast stream too for your first take on sport every morning! You can watch OTB AM weekday mornings from 7:30am - our YouTube channel is the best place for that - or listen live (just like a sports radio sh...
Paul Mannion | Dessie Farrell, vegan diet, league look-ahead
January 15, 2020 19:20 - 24 minutes - 11.3 MBDublin footballer and three-time All-Star Paul Mannion sat down with Will O'Callaghan for a chat about Jim Gavin's departure, Dessie Farrell's appointment, the upcoming league and his vegan diet. Mannion was speaking as eir sport today announced the details of its 2020 Allianz Leagues coverage. On hand for the launch were Cork’s Alan Cadogan, Wexford’s Rory O'Connor, Dublin’s Paul Mannion and Kerry’s Paul Geaney. Over seven weekends eir sport will broadcast 15 football and hurling games and...
Exclusive: Paul Galvin on Wexford, GAA in 2020 | OTB AM
January 14, 2020 12:05 - 30 minutes - 13.8 MBPaul Galvin, Wexford Football manager joins Ger and Eoin in studio on OTB AM, Ireland's sports breakfast show - to chat about his first few months in the job, managing player-unrest, who has shaped him as a coach and what he wants from 2020. You can watch or listen to OTB AM every morning across Off The Ball from 7.30am - we're Ireland's first and only sports breakfast show!
Saturday Panel | Allianz Football League Preview
January 12, 2020 10:57 - 34 minutes - 15.9 MBJohn Duggan joined by Cork and Roscommon footballers Mark Collins and Conor Cox as they look ahead to the start of the Allianz Football League which gets underway on January 25th while also giving their thoughts on pre-season competitions, players opting out of inter-county setups and the mark-rule.
GAA fixture congestion | Donegal pull out of McKenna Cup semi-final
January 09, 2020 18:37 - 27 minutes - 12.5 MBFormer Donegal star Eamon McGee and Mary I Fitzgibbon Cup manager Jamie Wall joined Nathan Murphy for a discussion around the clashing of county and college GAA fixtures this month, and Donegal pulling out of their McKenna Cup semi-final against Monaghan due to player welfare concerns.
INTERVIEW | Jack McCaffrey on Dessie Farrell, Stephen Cluxton and 'terrible' advanced mark
January 08, 2020 19:53 - 32 minutes - 29.6 MBDublin and four-time All-Star footballer Jack McCaffrey joined Off The Ball to talk about new manager Dessie Farrell, captain Stephen Cluxton and why introducing the advanced mark to Gaelic football is a terrible idea.