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Join Michael Verney every week for a breakdown of the biggest talking points in the GAA world. Join us for interviews, club action and inter-county debates, with football analysts including Pat Spillane & Dick Clerkin and hurling insights from John Mullane, Pat Ryan and more from the Irish Independent family.

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  • Tuesday · 1 hr 16 min

    All-Star memories & selection debate | Convoluted club championships | Polarisation of integration

    Michael is joined by Pat Spillane and Dick Clerkin to recall their own memories of All-star nominations, the glamour of the awards and their standout moments from tours over the years. They also discuss the polarised nature of the debate around the integration of the gaelic games organisations, and the convoluted nature of the Kerry club championship. Finally, they chat through the latest managerial moves - and why underage development squads are currently in vogue. 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.

  • September 15 · 1 hr 23 min

    Which hurling rule changes should get the green light? | The politics behind integration | Indo GAA

    Michael may be the only one dialling into this week’s Indo GAA hurling podcast outside of a car, with (John) Mullane in the van and Pat Ryan now dubbed ‘Paddy The Baddy in the Caddy’ - but he’s keeping the show on the road nonetheless. The proposed rule changes put forward by the Hurling Advisory Group (chaired by John Meyler) are on the agenda this week, but which ones will get the green light from the lads? How the GAA came out of the latest fallout from the integration process is also discussed. 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.

  • September 9 · 1 hr 19 min

    Life behind the lens: How sports photographers see the bigger picture | Best GAA snaps of the year?

    Sportsfile photographers Brendan Moran and David Fitzgerald join Michael to discuss the behind the scenes of sports photography. They also chat through some of their favourite snaps from the GAA season, and how the pair grapple with the harsh conditions, people and places involved in all of the action. 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.

  • September 8 · 1 hr 2 min

    Gabriel Bannigan & Pádraic Joyce depart, Jim Gavin’s name persists, the role of player power?

    Michael is joined by Pat Spillane and Dick Clerkin to chat through all the movement in the inter-county management space, including Gabriel Bannigan stepping down from his post at Monaghan and Pádraic Joyce’s departure from Galway. They also discuss the Kobe McDonald mania which has transferred from Crossmolina, to Mayo, then St Kilda, and back - as well as how managers attempt to build on the legacy of those who have gone before them. 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.

  • September 1 · 1 hr 24 min

    Change in Cork, Ballygunner survive Fourmilewater fright, 50 greatest All-Ireland final performances?

    John Mullane & Martin Breheny join Michael on today’s show, catching up on all of the latest news in the hurling world - from the fright Fourmilewater gave Ballygunner in the Waterford hurling championship, to the change behind the scenes in Cork’s backroom team. They also review Martin’s rankings of the 50 best All-Ireland final displays of the last 50 years. 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.

  • August 28 · 53 min

    The AFL's Irish recruitment | Texting teenagers, compensation & the GAA's tricky position

    Joe is joined by Tomás Ó Sé and Colm Keys to discuss the threat that the AFL's recruitment of players poses to Gaelic football. Colm goes through the numbers while Tomás is passionate that the GAA needs to put guardrails in place with more Kerry prospects possibly going down under. Our GAA podcast coverage is sponsored by AIB. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

  • August 25 · 1 hr 21 min

    Mayo’s win, underdog joy and Donegal paranoia | Who is footballer of the year?

    Pat Spillane & Dick Clerkin join Michael Verney to review the 2026 inter-county football season - one where there was so much to love. Mayo’s win, Wicklow’s comeback, Westmeath in Leinster and so many great moments. We also reflect on Jim McGuinness’ Kerry obsession, the post-mortem in the Kingdom and we ask who will win Footballer of the Year. Thanks for joining us throughout the inter-county season, we will continue our GAA coverage right throughout the club season as well so if you like the show tell a friend. 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.

  • August 19 · 20 min

    Robert Downey: Assessing Cork’s 2026 season, Hoggie’s punditry & the benefits of Clubber

    Cork’s Robert Downey joins Michael to reflect on how his side finished up in the 2026 inter-county hurling season under Ben O'Connor. They also reflect on his thoughts on the split season, how he hopes things will go with his club side Glen Rovers in the coming weeks - and the benefits of Clubber’s GAA coverage. 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.

  • August 18 · 1 hr 17 min

    Hurling’s year in review | All Ireland championship quiz | Mullane & Ryan

    Pat Ryan and John Mullane join Michael to review the hurling year that was, from the most memorable moments to the standout players and managers. Michael also reprises his role as quizmaster, where he puts the lads’ championship knowledge to the test. 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.

  • August 17 · 1 hr 2 min

    David Brady's All-Ireland joy | 'Mill at The Hill' 20 years on | Senan Connell on Dublin's hype era 🏐

    20 years ago, Mayo turned left after running out onto the Croke Park pitch and the Mill at the Hill was born. Joe is joined in studio by David Brady, the potential architect of the audacious gambit, and Senan Connell, who was playing his last ever game for Dublin. Before the lads discuss the colourful events of 2006, David explains the emotions he felt watching Mayo finally end their last wait for Sam Maguire last month. GAA coverage on the Indo Sport podcast is sponsored by AIB. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

  • August 14 · 1 hr 6 min

    Ciarán Carey | Limerick's new era, inside a hurler’s psyche, lessons learned as an addiction counsellor

    Former Limerick hurler Ciarán Carey joins Michael on today’s episode of Indo GAA, where they discuss the psyche of the Limerick team following their latest All Ireland win - and his own career memories. They also chat about Ciaran’s work as an addiction/mental health counsellor, and the upcoming Legends 4 Milford Golf Classic which he’s involved in. The Indo GAA podcast is sponsored by AIB. _______________________________________________ Some of the topics raised in this piece with Ciaran are of a mature nature, including discussions around matters of addiction & mental health, the content of which may not be suitable for some. For those affected, the HSE offer confidential and free support through HSE Mental Health Services (1800 111 888), & the HSE Drugs and Alcohol Helpline (1800 459 459). There are different types of support available for people with mental health difficulties. Find a list of mental health organisations for adults in Ireland. _______________________________________________ The Legends 4 Milford Golf Classic is a unique private event taking place in Ballyneety Golf Club on Friday, August 21 which pits Limerick hurling legends against Munster rugby legends in a Ryder Cup-style golf fundraiser in aid of Milford Care Centre. Follow Legends 4 Milford on Instagram for all details: https://www.instagram.com/legends4milford?igsh=cjVxenI2NHNxMDBx Donations to Milford Care Centre can be made using the following link: https://www.idonate.ie/crowdfunder/legends4milfordgolfclassic?utm_source=ig&utm_medium=social&utm_content=link_in_bio&fbclid=PAdGRleATr1UlwZG9mAmZkaWQWUMex9H4jMAKiVuS4sJlPvg_bC9ZKfmV4dG4DYWVtAjExAHNydGMGYXBwX2lkDzEyNDAyNDU3NDI4NzQxNAABpz7z9bYZH4Wfg6B2JJvpXOc-6Wuq4KjzyOBWNWZgU0Gvjiif5KNOycQ60pey_aem_Io0WFU_u9NDfrNS7sR_z8A Or to sponsor a player, contact ed@etadistribution.ie See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

  • August 1 · 53 min

    LGFA finals weekend preview | The impact of the new rules | Ireland v Australia’s historic AFLW clash 🏐

    Former Donegal captain & Sunday Independent columnist Nadine Doherty joins Joe ahead of the LGFA finals this weekend in Croke Park, previewing Galway v Kerry in the senior decider. Joe & Nadine chat through the route both teams took to the final, the players to watch out for and how the new rules have landed since their introduction to the women’s game this year. They also discuss the consistent impact of the LGFA drain Down Under, before Ireland take on Australia in the first ever international AFLW match on Saturday. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

  • July 31 · 56 min

    Monday Morning with Mayo | Andy Moran & Colm Boyle on finally winning Sam

    It is the morning after the night before and Joe has gone to the Mayo team hotel to capture the reaction to their famous final victory. Joe chats to manager Andy Moran and selector Colm Boyle, two men who endured many days of heartbreak in Croke Park, on what it means for Mayo to finally bring Sam Maguire home. Our GAA podcast coverage is sponsored by AIB. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

  • July 30 · 1 hr 2 min

    Mayo press to success - How the All-Ireland was won | John Maughan, Tomás Ó Sé & Colm Keys

    Joe is joined by former Mayo manager John Maughan, Kerry U-20 manager and analyst Tomás Ó Sé and our own Colm Keys as the Green and Red deliver ‘unbridled joy’ to their county - doing so by playing best when it matters most. Mayo’s bravery being repaid, Kerry’s flatness in the final quarter and a reflection on ‘the best championship we’ve had’ are all on the table Let us know what you think - reach out to us on indosportpodcast@independent.ie GAA coverage on the Indo Sport podcast is sponsored by AIB See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

  • July 28 · 1 hr 28 min

    Mayo’s total football brings complete joy | Kerry abandon the plan - were they complacent?

    Pat Spillane & Dick Clerkin join Conán Doherty, who’s standing in for the Galway Races-bound Michael, after a seismic All-Ireland final where Mayo were deserved winners. The lads break down their belief, the value they put into swinging for 2-pointers and Andy Moran daring to dream. There are also questions to be asked of Kerry - how come there was no 70-minute performance in them this year? We also pay tribute to Dick’s former Monaghan team-mate Stephen Gollogly who sadly passed away last week 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.

  • July 26 · 31 min

    Mayo are the All-Ireland champions | Live Croke Park reaction

    The Green and Red of Mayo belted out across Dublin, the green and red jerseys bounced around the Croke Park stands, and the players screamed, cried and embraced as Mayo ended 75 years of hurt. A frantic game of football culminated in magical scenes as the great quest for the All-Ireland football championship came to a fitting crescendo. Kerry beaten. Mayo WIN Sam. Philly McMahon and Michael Verney react from Croke Park. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

  • July 22 · 1 hr 22 min

    All-Ireland final preview | Kobe’s first and last dance? | ‘We had a big fry-up on final day’

    Pat Spillane & Dick Clerkin join Michael ahead of this weekend’s All-Ireland final - we all know Kerry have the experience, but do any of the lads believe Mayo can cause an upset with their youth and pace? First, plenty of memories coming back for all the panellists - including Pat’s final routine that is very different to the modern approach 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.

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