Joe is joined by former professional tennis player Conor Niland to look back on his life on tour and his award-winning book, 'The Racket'. Conor describes the highs and lows of travelling the world playing tennis, from losing a five-setter at Wimbledon to getting food poisoning ahead of a US Open clash with Novak Djokovic. The Limerick man discusse…

Joe is joined by Irish Independent football writer Aidan Fitzmaurice and Rachel O'Sullivan of Girls on the Ball to discuss Colin Healy's statement about his departure from the Irish women's set-up and the press conference announcing Carla Ward's appointment as Eileen Gleeson's replacement. The FAI's communications strategy, their 'heartless' respon…

Joe Molloy, Will Slattery and Conor McKeon assemble for the latest edition of Bits & Bobs, which is led off by an update on allegations made in the United States against Conor McGregor. Later, the lads talk about how Roy Keane deals with fame, recall the infamous Mo Johnston transfer to Rangers in 1989, and ask if Ange Postecoglou can stick out the…

Joe, Ronan and Will team up for the first Bits & Bobs of the week, where the team break down Ireland’s Six Nations squad, react to news that Tom McKibbin may be headed to LIV Golf, and discuss Ronnie O’Sullivan’s recent comments on the mental health of snooker stars. Plus - Pep is losing control, Ray Parlour on ‘The War’ and Sol Campbell continues …

Renowned sports scientist Dr Ross Tucker joins Joe to discuss the two high-profile doping cases in tennis, involving Iga Swiatek and Jannik Sinner. Both Grand Slam champs and World number ones, tennis was rocked by the cloud hovering over the duo, bringing an unwanted spotlight onto the ongoing Australian open. Tucker discusses the controversies at…

The Detroit Lions are the Super Bowl favourites for the first time in franchise history, and the team’s success this year reflects the comeback of a city that has taken everything America has had to throw at it. Bill Morris, Detroit native and author of ‘The Lions Finally Roar: The Ford Family, the Detroit Lions and the Road to Redemption in the NF…

Joe is joined by Ian Madigan and Cian Tracey to recap Munster's second-half comeback against Saracens and Leinster's rearguard action to hold out La Rochelle. Munster's bench press, Jack Crowley's performance, Leinster's tigerish defence and Ulster's collapse in Leicester are all on the menu. If you'd like to come along to the first edition of Indo…

Former Ireland international Gary Breen joins Joe to recap the weekend that was on the latest edition of The Football Show, as another battling Manchester United performance turned the heat up on Mikel Arteta. Also up for discussion are David Moyes' return to Everton, Ryan Giggs' footballing future, and how Harry Maguire turned his franchise around…

Joe is joined by David Brady and Michael Verney to discuss the magic and the agony of All-Ireland club final day. It is 20 years since David won the club football championship with Ballina Stephenites while Michael was on the Birr team that lost to Portumna in the 2008 hurling final. David and Michael look back on their journey with their clubs and…

Joe is joined by Irish Independent GAA correspondent Colm Keys to discuss Jarlath Burns' intervention to Naas GAA regarding the appointment of Rory Gallagher as coach, and the former Derry manager's threat of legal action against the GAA president. Colm reads out the email Burns sent to the Kildare champions, and discusses Gallagher's strongly-word…

Joe, Will & Conor convene for the latest edition of Bits & Bobs, where Mack Hansen’s ban is on the menu, as is golf’s latest reinvention, Carabao Cup contention, and plenty more besides. If you'd like to come along to the first edition of Indo Sport Live, head over to Ticketmaster for information on how you can attend: https://www.ticketmaster.ie/s…

The NFL playoffs begin this weekend with the ‘Super’ Wild Card weekend kicking off on Saturday. Tara Sullivan of the Boston Globe joined Joe to wrap some of the biggest talking points from the NFL season, including how the New England Patriots are struggling to move on from Bill Belichick, assessing the popularity of Aaron Rodgers, and how Tom Brad…

Joe is joined by Ian Madigan & Ruaidhri O'Connor to look ahead to round three of the Champions Cup and discuss the rising price of Six Nations tickets. Leinster travel to La Rochelle while Munster host Saracens and Ulster are making the trip to Leicester, as the panel weigh in on the big tactical talking points. Mack Hansen's hearing, the difficult…

Bits and Bobs returns for the first time in 2025 as Joe is joined by Ronan and Conan to discuss all the news of the day and go through some emails. Jarlath Burns' email intervention over Rory Gallagher's potential move to Naas is first up, while the lads also discuss Luke Littler's PDC World Championship win and Robbie Keane's appointment as manage…

Delighted to announce that the very first edition of Indo Sport Live will take place on Wednesday, January 29th at Dublin's Ambassador Theatre, right on the eve of the 2025 Six Nations. It's all with thanks to our rugby sponsor Energia, and we've got quite the guest list, as World Cup-winning captain Martin Johnson and Ireland legend Keith Wood joi…

As Gaelic football's new rules continue to be road tested on the challenge-match circuit, Joe is joined by Donnchadh Boyle, Conor McKeon and Conan Doherty to discuss what has stood out about the changes ahead of the National League. The panel then discuss the leading All-Ireland contenders - and they all arrive at a different verdict on who will li…

After yesterday’s frenetic fare at Anfield, Damien Delaney joins Joe to give his impression of what we can glean from Man United’s relative improvement in performance level, & whether or not it’s actually a template Ruben Amorim can build from. The lads also delve into Liverpool’s comparatively lacklustre showing, in particular that of Trent Alexan…

In advance of Liverpool vs Manchester United this weekend, journalist Dion Fanning joins Conan to assess the starkly different fortunes of the two clubs at present, both on and off the field. Conan & Ronan also discuss the Marcus Rashford wrangle, 'Sir' Gareth Southgate, and tonight's World Darts Championship decider between Luke Littler & Michael …

Happy New Year to all our listeners on Indo Sport! On today's programme, Joe, Conan & Ronan conclude a look-back at some our most popular interviews to date. Back to your regular scheduled programming tomorrow as we bring you a football show ahead of Liverpool vs Manchester United this weekend. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…

In this NYE edition of Bits & Bobs, Joe Molloy, Ronan Mullen & Conor McKeon convene to chat through some of their foremost memories from the sporting year of 2024. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.بقلم Irish Independent

Indo Sport's Will Slattery & Rúaidhrí O'Connor review the festive interpro action - including the confounding decision to omit Jack Crowley from Munster-Leinster, Jacques Nienaber's novel approach, and Connacht's tepid home outing. Will & Ronan also discuss the recent frenetic Premier League offering, the general uptick in Christmas sport, and of c…

Joe, Ronan & Conan once again go behind the scenes on some of our favourite chats from the podcast so far, including our very first interviewee Paul O'Connell, as well as two very familiar faces from the F1 scene. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.بقلم Irish Independent

You’re very welcome along to this St Stephen's Day edition of Indo Sport, hope you're all having a lovely Christmas! For those perhaps seeking a little reprieve from the festive madness, Joe, Ronan & Conan are at your service as we bring you behind the scenes of some of our favourite interviews to date. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy infor…

A festive mood has swept over as Joe, Conan and Ronan assemble for Bits & Baubles! Core Christmas memories come to the fore as one emailer runs through their mission to find Stephen’s Day football on Bulgarian TV. The lads also discuss Christmas Day sport in the US, memories of the best sporting gifts from childhood days, and what their sporting wi…

Former EU Champion Eric Donovan & journalist Declan Taylor join Ronan to discuss Oleksandr Usyk's outstanding win over Tyson Fury, the scale of his accomplishments, and why they are comfortable putting him alongside boxing's all-time greats. Ronan & Shane also take a look back at a narrative-packed weekend of Premier League action [not all of which…

Seán O’Connor, soccer writer with the Irish Independent, joins Joe after attending Shamrock Rovers’ European tie at Stamford Bridge, where Chelsea defeated the Dublin giants, who learned their Conference League fate this afternoon. Meanwhile, Ronan recalls a wild League Cup game between Tottenham and Manchester United - one where goalkeeper mistake…

Donald McRae, award-winning boxing writer, joins Joe from Saudi Arabia as Tyson Fury seeks revenge against Oleksandr Usyk this weekend, with the heavyweights clashing in Riyadh for the second time in seven months. Meanwhile, Ronan joins to give his take on how Usyk’s legacy can be cemented with victory. You can contact the show through indosportpod…

Legendary broadcaster George Hamilton joins Joe to talk about the release of his new book, ‘The Hamilton notes’, discuss his career journey from east Belfast to the national airwaves and some of his favourite behind the scenes memories around infamous moments in Irish sport. He also dives into what makes a good commentator, why he left RTÉ and some…

Joe, Ronan & Will are on hand for today's edition of Bits & Bobs as the lads appraise Marcus Rashford's readiness for "a new challenge". Stephen Bradley is in West London to take on Chelsea, but is a move to Millwall on the cards? Scottie Scheffler & Rory McIlroy's 10 million dollar Crypto reward, Ryder Cup payment, and further gym etiquette questi…

Athletics journalist Cathal Dennehy joins Joe in studio to recap a memorable Irish year on the track. The lads also discuss Gout Gout’s emergence as the latest heir-apparent to Usain Bolt, the enduring Jakob Ingebrigtsen vs Josh Kerr beef, Michael Johnson’s revolutionary plans for the sport, as well as the future of athletics in the press room & be…

Joe, Ronan & Conan are together once again on a week when the developing situation around Mykhailo Mudryk’s failed drug test sparks a conversation about how serious some sports take performance-enhancing drugs. The lads also chat about Saudi’s alcohol dry-up, the IRFU’s newest central contracts, and how much interest the world will take at the show…

Indo Sport’s Ruaidhri O’Connor joins Joe to breakdown the latest Champions Cup action for the Irish provinces. The pair talk about the ‘broken’ nature of the Champions Cup, why Munster need to back Mike Prendergast as their new head coach, and discuss how Jacques Nienaber might have knocked Leinster and Ireland out of sync. If you'd like to get in …

Former Ireland international Gary Breen and Indo Sport’s Dan McDonnell join Joe to recap an eventful slate of Premier League action. The lads also assess Ireland’s prospective route to World Cup 2026, and share some context around Shamrock Rovers’ European exploits. If you'd like to get in touch with the show, email us at indosportpodcast@independe…

Dermot Gilleece, long-time golf writer and author of ‘A Farewell to the Fairways’ joins Joe in a deep dive into his memories from over 60 years in journalism. In it, Dermot recalls the lengths he went to in order to get his stories published, memories of Greg Norman’s reaction to the 1996 Masters, and his view on the difference between Rory McIlroy…

Dan McDonnell and Alanna Cunnane join Joe to give their reaction to the news that Eileen Gleeson’s contract as Ireland manager will not be renewed by the FAI, who now begin the search for her successor. Plus - Dan briefs us on the growing war of words happening at Shamrock Rovers. You can contact the show through indosportpodcast@independent.ie, or…

Indo Sport’s own Conor McKeon joins Joe and Conan on Thursday’s edition of Bits & Bobs, talking through all the latest sporting headlines. They discuss Shay Given’s reaction to Caoimhin Kelleher being dropped, what value Denis Irwin would bring to today’s game, Bill Belichick’s return to college football and more. You can contact the show through i…

Saudi Arabia has been awarded the 2034 FIFA World Cup today. How exactly did this happen? What does it tell us about modern-day FIFA? Miguel Delaney, author of ‘States of Play: How Sportswashing Took Over Football’ joins Joe as confirmation comes that Saudi Arabia has maneuvered its way into becoming 2034 World Cup hosts. It’s a story of Gianni Inf…

Indo Sport’s Cian Tracey joins Joe on this week’s Rugby Show, reviewing the latest games and reflecting on fixture problems in relation to the Champions Cup. They also dive into what’s going on with Munster’s current coaching set up, what Jordie Barrett’s handling might expose to Leinster and how Andy Farrell’s Ireland selection might have forced a…

Will Slattery joins Joe and Conan in a Bits & Bobs that carries a Champions Cup flavour … thanks to some late schedule changes. The team talk about changing habits in consuming sport as well as Brian Fenton’s weekend interview talking about his decision to retire from inter-county football. As for the rugby, Jordie Barrett’s classy touches, Craig C…

Football writer Jonathan Wilson joins Joe after a weekend that saw Spurs become undone, Chelsea look strong for a title push, and Ruben Amorim look unsure as to who his starters are. The guys also talk about the upcoming FIFA votes on the 2034 World Cup. You can contact the show through indosportpodcast@independent.ie, or across our social channels…

Joe is joined by Virgin Media’s Tommy Martin, as well as Indo Sport’s John Greene and Conor McKeon for the return of The Friday Panel, where the team ask what Jim McGuinnes’ side get up to in the desert as the Donegal team head for Abu Dhabi. Plus, John asks if volunteerism in Irish sport is under threat, FIFA’s leader comes under scrutiny from som…

Indo Sport's own Will Slattery joins Joe & Conán for this latest edition of Bits & Bobs. They discuss the return of the Champions Cup and why some fans aren't tuning in, the rise of kit manufacturer Castore, why Jim Gavin might have the necessary skills to mount a bid for Áras an Uachtaráin ... and more. If you'd like to get in touch with the show,…

Gary Breen and Dan McDonnell join Joe after a hectic midweek Premier League slate that saw Caoimhim Kelleher’s error cost Liverpool, Arsenal rely on set-pieces to defeat United, and pressure grow at Southampton. Plus, Dan and Joe run through the ongoing debate around the FAI’s potential switch to summer football. You can contact the show through in…

Ex-Ireland international Méabh De Búrca and Indo Sport’s David Kelly join Joe after disappointment - and drama - stuck the Republic of Ireland side in their Euro 2025 playoff defeat to Wales. In it the team ask if Katie McCabe spent too much time being distracted, what next for Eileen Gleeson, and if Ireland can rebuild ahead of the World Cup campa…

Joe, Ronan & Conán assemble for this Tuesday editions of Bits & Bobs, where the team debate how much Liverpool goalkeeper Caoimhín Kelleher would fetch on the transfer market, and whether he should even be allowed leave considering Alisson’s injuries. Plus, the lads say Happy 30th birthday to PlayStation, discuss Sam Morsy’s refusal to wear a rainb…

After a much-publicised suite of Gaelic Football rule changes were emphatically greenlit at GAA Special Congress, Head of the Football Review Committee Jim Gavin joins Joe to discuss the path to last weekend’s landmark vote, and why the journey is only just beginning. If you'd like to get in touch with the show, email us at indosportpodcast@indepen…

After Liverpool took a massive leap towards a 20th league title with an emphatic win over Manchester City, Damien Delaney joins Joe to recap events at Anfield, and the Premier League weekend that was. If you'd like to get in touch with the show, email us at indosportpodcast@independent.ie. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…

Ian Madigan and Ruaidhrí O’Connor join Joe to deliver the final break down of Ireland’s Autumn Nations Series, where victory over Australia came thanks to super subs, but came despite a worrying trend in handling errors. The team discuss why Ireland haven’t improved in the lineout, ask whether exhaustion is kicking in, and look ahead to the Champio…

Indo Sport’s David Kelly joins Joe to recap his experience of Ireland vs Wales in Cardiff, and look ahead to the second leg of the play off decider between the pair tomorrow night, with a place at Euro 2025 is on the line. Alanna Cunnane and Ronan Mullen also pop in to give their predictions for what might unfold at that game in the Aviva Stadium, …

Ruaidhri O'Connor and Cian Tracey join Sinead Kissane in the Aviva Stadium to break down Ireland’s final Autumn Series game, a late victory against Joe Schmidt’s Australia. Coverage of the Autumn Series on Indo Sport is brought to you by Energia. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.بقلم Irish Independent