The Throw-in

Aidan O’Shea joins Michael as we warm up for Championship season. O’Shea talks about learning to silence the noise, availability being the best ability and what impressed the Mayo squad when training with Kobe McDonald. We also talk about regrets after beating Dublin in the 2021 Championship Let us know your thoughts or fire in questions to indogaapodcast@independent.ie Aidan O’Shea was speaking for AIB at the launch of the 2026 GAA All-Ireland Senior Football Championship. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Philly McMahon, Conor McKeon and Colm Keys join Will in studio after an electric league final weekend which saw Donegal's ball-winning ability help them to a dominant victory over Kerry in the Division 1 final. Michael Murphy’s dig, Meath’s open style and the need - or lack thereof - for a hooter are all on the chopping block. Want to let us know what you think? Reach out to us on indosportpodcast@independent.ie Our GAA Podcast coverage is sponsored by AIBSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

John Mullane (not in the van) and Pat Ryan join Michael ahead of a mouth-watering league final weekend as the Gaelic Grounds host a double-header, with Clare facing Dublin before Cork play Limerick in the 1A decider. The hunger, tactics and desire to win for both the Rebels and the Treatymen are to the fore as hurling’s hottest rivalry gets its day in the spotlight for the league title. Let us know your thoughts or fire in questions to indogaapodcast@independent.ie Our GAA Podcast coverage is sponsored by AIBSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Pat Spillane & Dick Clerkin join Michael after a big defeat for Kerry in the Division 1 League final in a game when Donegal laid down a big marker. Donegal’s clever tactics, Kerry’s lack of excuses for a rare humiliation and the controversy around Michael Murphy’s yellow card (which many say should have been a red) are all on the chopping block. Plus - Meath and Cork get their act together, Carlow’s joyous scenes and Down’s future prospects. Let us know your thoughts or fire in questions to indogaapodcast@independent.ie Our GAA Podcast coverage is sponsored by AIB See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

John Mullane and Pat Ryan reconvene with Michael for this week’s Indo GAA hurling pod, now that the stage is set for the league finals. They break down the intricacies of Limerick v Galway, how analysis from someone like Seán O’Donnell is so valuable and TJ Reid’s role with Kilkenny this year. They also discuss Tg4’s coverage, provide power rankings for the upcoming Leinster championship and pay a touching tribute to the late Michael Lyster - “a facilitator of great conversation” through the ages. Let us know your thoughts or fire in questions to indogaapodcast@independent.ie . Our GAA Podcast coverage is sponsored by AIB.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Joe Brolly and Colm O’Rourke and their former Sunday Game comrade Pat Spillane join Michael Verney to remember Michael Lyster, the legendary voice of RTE’s GAA coverage who passed away on Sunday aged 71. After, Dick Clerkin, Pat and Michael run the rule over a dramatic end to the league, where Ger Brennan put another problem into Dublin’s season, Division 3 ended with a Wexford winner, and Donegal do enough to book a final clash with Kerry. Let us know your thoughts or fire in questions to indogaapodcast@independent.ie Our GAA Podcast coverage is sponsored by AIB See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Colm Keys, Conor McKeon and Frank Roche assemble alongside Joe for the Football League Panel. From permutations, to post match comments and the value of ‘perfect piggery’ in the kickout - the panel discuss the lay of the land throughout the divisions heading into the final round of games. GAA coverage on the Indo Sport podcast is sponsored by AIB. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Pat Spillane and Dick Clerkin join Conán Doherty as the penultimate League weekend produced drama in Croke Park as Armagh awoke from their goal-shy slumber - proving their All-Ireland credentials - as Dublin expose their lack of leaders and Kerry produce a complete performance. Kieran McGeeney’s referee comments, Monaghan’s struggles and the need for a 4-point goal are also on the menu as we look ahead to a Super Sunday of football. Let us know your thoughts or fire in questions to indogaapodcast@independent.ie Our GAA Podcast coverage is sponsored by AIB See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Eight time All-Ireland winner with Dublin Kevin McManamon comes in to discuss his roller-coaster inter-county career, which is getting the Laochra Gael treatment on TG4. McManamon speaks about Dublin’s transformation in the early 2010s, his own lessons from a career in sports psychology and how his career is full of bench-impact moments. Let us know your thoughts or fire in questions to indogaapodcast@independent.ie Also, if you want to see Michael Verney run through a horse’s yard, click the YouTube link below https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dDMB0VHzg6k&t=11s Our GAA Podcast coverage is sponsored by AIB See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

John Mullane and Pat Ryan join Niall McIntrye, replacing Cheltenham-bound Verney, to spin through a hurling weekend where Limerick’s starters got more road-testing, Cork struggled to stay alive late on and Galway gave a shellacking to a poor Kilkenny side - are they in danger of a Leinster drop? Plus, John and Pat reminisce on craic and teambuilding during down weeks and why, when the hard work is done, it is valuable to a squad. Let us know your thoughts or fire in questions to indogaapodcast@independent.ie Also, if you want to see Michael Verney run through a horse’s yard, click the YouTube link below https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dDMB0VHzg6k&t=11s Our GAA Podcast coverage is sponsored by AIB See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Joe is joined by Colm Keys and Meath legend and Sunday Independent columnist Colm O'Rourke to discuss the protest that disrupted GAA Congress over the weekend and what impact it might have on the ongoing debate around Allianz's National League sponsorship. Colm (Keys) talks Joe through the scenes that unfolded in the Hogan Stand suite on Saturday before Colm (O'Rourke) explains why he feels the GAA must cut all ties with Allianz. GAA coverage on the Indo Sport podcast is sponsored by AIB.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

John Mullane (not in the van) and Pat Ryan are back with Michael after a weekend where the hurling wasn’t on the screen. As for the one game we got to see, the lads break down Cork’s intent and early confidence and Kilkenny’s attitude ahead of Leinster. Plus - memories of family parties while the team is in prep mode. Let us know your thoughts or fire in questions to indogaapodcast@independent.ie Our GAA Podcast coverage is sponsored by AIB See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Pat Spillane and Dick Clerkin are coming at you on a Monday this week as Donegal the motivated draw with Galway the entertainers. The wind has been a big factor in many games, so we ask if there is another way to restore balance. Plus - Dublin’s rotation, Kobe McDonald’s ability and a spin through storylines you may have missed from Divisions 3 and 4. Let us know your thoughts or fire in questions to indogaapodcast@independent.ie Our GAA Podcast coverage is sponsored by AIB See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Joe is joined by a panel of Conan Doherty, Colm Keys and Frank Roche to dissect all of Gaelic Football's big talking points. The lads review where Dublin are after a slow start to the season, they discuss Kobe McDonald's breathtaking Mayo debut and they look ahead to GAA Congress this weekend. GAA coverage on the Indo Sport podcast is brought to you by AIB.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

John Mullane and Pat Ryan reunite with Michael Verney for this week’s hurling edition of the Indo GAA podcast, unpacking Limerick’s triumph against the reigning All Ireland champions, Tipperary - as well as the passion or ‘spice’ on show between Niall Ó Ceallacháin and Keith Rossiter in Dublin’s clash with Wexford at Croke Park. The lads also dissect how Clare were made work for their win over Kildare, how the tide might be turning for Davy Fitzgerald at Antrim, and whether Waterford will retain their 1A status - with their new away jersey in tow. We have a new email address! Let us know your thoughts or fire in questions to indogaapodcast@independent.ie Our GAA Podcast coverage is sponsored by AIB. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Pat Spillane is fresh off his appearance on the Tommy Tiernan Show to run through the weekend’s action, where boring Dublin, cute Donegal, headline-maker McGeeney and struggling Tyrone are all on the menu. Plus - After Kobe McDonald’s super start, should the AFL compensate clubs for developing talent? We have a new email address! Let us know your thoughts or fire in questions to indogaapodcast@independent.ie Our GAA Podcast coverage is sponsored by AIB See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Fresh off the football break week, Pat Spillane and Dick Clerkin join Michael on this week’s Indo GAA show. The panel chat through the curious ‘piggery’ comment from Kieran McGeeney, Donegal’s masterclass against Mayo, and the poor spectacle of Dublin v Monaghan in Croke Park. Darragh Canavan’s travels to Australia, the fundraising culture in the GAA and Galway’s point of difference v Kerry were also up for discussion - as was Pat’s advice to his old friend Joe Brolly, upon his appointment to a new managerial position. We have a new email address! Let us know your thoughts or fire in questions to indogaapodcast@independent.ie Our GAA Podcast coverage is sponsored by AIB.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Michael Verney & Colm Keys join Joe for an around the houses chat about all things Gaelic Games. The lads discuss how the big hitters in this year's football championship have fared so far, while Davy Fitzgerald's difficulties with Antrim and Ben O'Connor's views on hurling's loss of 'manliness' are also up for discussion. Michael and Colm also pose questions around the impact that the AFLW is having on ladies football. Want to have your say? Email us at indosportpodcast@independent.ie GAA on the Indo Sport podcast is sponsored by AIB.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Pat Ryan and Cyril Farrell join Michael to reminisce on some Fitzgibbon Cup memories, ahead of this year’s final between Mary Immaculate College and the University of Limerick on Friday. Funny escapades of mind games pre-match and nights out post-match, the connection college teammates can forge and the greatest players that have ever played in the competition are all discussed. The panel also preview this week’s game, as well as the impact the Croke Park factor might have on the outcome. We have a new email address! Let us know your thoughts or fire in questions to indogaapodcast@independent.ie Our GAA Podcast coverage is sponsored by AIB. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

It may have been a football break week, but hurling always takes centre stage for Michael, John Mullane and Pat Ryan - with the lads on hand to look back at the flashpoints from the weekend. From the melee between Tipperary and Cork, to the lessons learned from Limerick v Kilkenny and John Conlon’s comeback for Clare, there’s plenty to get through. The lads also share their own recollections of injury woes, and how what might motivate a dressing room has evolved over the years - from banging on tables and breaking hurls, to a calm demeanour and a word with a sports psychologist. We have a new email address! Let us know your thoughts or fire in questions to indogaapodcast@independent.ie Our GAA Podcast coverage is sponsored by AIB. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.