Best Battleground Season 2 Podcasts (2024)

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Armagh's Football Pod: winning Sam, how and why as Galway fall short, Jiggy vs. Risky Football, Standout performers 57:16

1M ago57:16

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Armagh have done it. They’ve won Sam Maguire for just the second time in their history. Paddy and James break down the 2024 All-Ireland Football final with Tommy Rooney for the latest episode of The Football Pod as we look how and why they defeated Galway. TIMESTAMPS (01:00) - Welcome to Armagh’s Football Pod (10:00) - Armagh’s approach, and how th…

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Aidan O'Shea joins The Football Pod for an exclusive chat ahead of the All Ireland 1:09:02

1M ago1:09:02

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Tommy, James and Paddy are joined by Aidan O'Shea to chat about what it means to play in an All Ireland and give their predictions for the weekend. The Football Pod On Off The Ball in partnership with AIB - Proud sponsors of the GAA Senior Football Championship. Check out #TheToughest for more.

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The Football Pod LIVE: All Ireland Final predictions, Joyce v McGeeney, Cluxton, Stevie and McAteer! 43:57

1M ago43:57

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Part 2 of Tommy Rooney, Paddy Andrews & James O'Donoghue of the Football Pod LIVE from Croke Park, as the lads hosted a very special All-Ireland preview show w/ the very special guests of Armagh's Steven McDonnell & Galway's Paul Clancy. The Football Pod, with thanks to AIB GAA | #thetoughest

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McDonnell & Clancy on winning Sam, and hype in Armagh-Galway | The Football Pod Live from Croke Park 58:36

18d ago58:36

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The Football Pod LIVE from Croke Park! Tommy Rooney, Paddy Andrews & James O'Donoghue were joined for a special show in Croke Park by Armagh legend Steven McDonnell & two-time All-Ireland winner with Galway Paul Clancy. The lads reminisced, reflected, and reviewed all things Armagh & Galway. The Football Pod, with thanks to AIB GAA | #thetoughest…

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Armagh-Galway: key battlegrounds and potential match-winners, Secret Football Pod reveal 36:26

1M ago36:26

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This is it. All-Ireland Football Final week. Paddy and James are back with Tommy Rooney for the latest episode of The Football Pod as we look ahead to the 2024 All-Ireland SFC Final between Armagh and Galway in just five days time and bring you exclusive Pod news. (01:00) - Secret Roadshow revealed. Croke Park roadshow guests confirmed. (10:00) - H…

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Armagh knock Kerry out, Galway outlast Donegal, Chase for Sam is on as Winter begins in the Kingdom 1:15:00

2M ago1:15:00

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Well, well, well - the 2024 All-Ireland final is set in stone, Armagh vs. Galway. Paddy and James are back with Tommy Rooney for the latest episode of The Football Pod as we get stuck into a savage weekend of Gaelic Football. (01:00) - All-Ireland finalists confirmed. Pod Roadshow plans! (05:00) - How Armagh defeated Kerry - the chances, the gamepl…

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Keep The Faith: Andy Moran remembers the great John O'Mahony | The Football Pod Special 51:29

2M ago51:29

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Andy Moran joins Tommy Rooney for a special episode of The Football Pod where we pay tribute to his friend and mentor, the late, great John O’Mahony who passed away on Sunday. (01:00) - Remembering John O’Mahony; from Ballaghaderreen, to Football in the 90s and all the influence in between. (31:00) - Andy Moran on stepping away from Leitrim and the…

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Live from Croke Park: and then there were FOUR - how Dublin lost, as Kerry and Donegal join Armagh and epic Galway 44:21

1M ago44:21

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James O’Donogue and Paddy Andrews join Tommy Rooney for the latest episode of The Football Pod live from the press box in Croke Park after Sundays All-Ireland quarter-finals. (01:00) - The semi-final draw and fallout from the quarter-finals. (11.00) - How Dublin lost and what Galway got so right. (24:00) - Who will retire from Dublin? (28:00) - Ker…

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Derry get Kerry after beating Mayo, Rossies stun Tyrone, Louth heroics, Galway-Dublin clash 52:22

2M ago52:22

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James O’Donogue and Paddy Andrews join Tommy Rooney for the latest episode of The Football Pod. We’ve got so much to get stuck into this week as we look ahead to the All-Ireland SFC quarter-finals. (01:00) - Quarter-final draw, Paddy’s clobber and Tommy in Croke Park. (11.00) - Rossies stun Tyrone, can they get Armagh? (16:00) - Galway set to face …

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Mayo Courage vs. Clutch Dubs, Dream draw for Derry, Armagh catch Galway, Knockout at last 58:33

2M ago58:33

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James O’Donogue and Paddy Andrews join Tommy Rooney for the latest episode of The Football Pod - we have got so much to talk about this week. (01:00) - Knockout time: the drama, the draw and the results. (06:00) - Costello shows that skills pay the bills. (12.00) - Why James believes that Derry will beat Mayo… (25:00) - What did Mayo get so right a…

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Summer on a knife-edge, Revealing Jim Gavin’s New Rules, Benefits of the Tailteann Cup 58:15

3M ago58:15

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James O’Donogue and Paddy Andrews join Tommy Rooney for the latest episode of The Football Pod - as the lads get stuck into the weekends action, and take an exclusive peek at the new Gaelic Football rules being proposed for 2025. (01:00) - James O’D; saviour, servant, all round good guy. (10:00) - TFP in Croke Park. (14.00) - Tailteann Cup lessons …

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Derry lose again; what's going on? Awesome Armagh, Mayo questions, Dublin-Kerry cooking 57:54

3M ago57:54

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Paddy Andrews joins Tommy Rooney for Monday’s episode of The Football Pod (we gave James the night off) and we get stuck into a busy weekend of Football, with everyone in action! (01:00) - This SFC Structure isn’t working - Around the Grounds. (14:00) - Brilliant Armagh - depth, strength, character (21:00) - Derry - what are they doing defensively,…

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Donegal’s aura and evolution, Tyrone trouble, Louth smash Meath, Dublin asked questions 47:29

3M ago47:29

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Paddy Andrews and James O'Donoghue join Tommy Rooney for Monday’s episode of The Football Pod - we get stuck into our weekend in Donegal and chat about the latest action. (01:00) - McGee, Mugsy, and the Donegal aura. (15:00) - Donegal-Tyrone fallout and analysis (29:00) - Louth take Meath apart - finding your steel. (36:00) - Dublin go through the …

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TFP LIVE: Manager relationships and Tyrone-Donegal build-up with Owen Mulligan and Eamon McGee 41:22

3M ago41:22

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As part of the first live The Football Pod of the year, Tyrone's Owen Mulligan and Donegal's Eamon McGee join us to talk Tyrone-Donegal, Football this season, and their relationships with their managers over the years! We've got two episodes per-week throughout the 2024 season, and hopefully we'll see you for both - tune in to our members episode o…

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TFP LIVE: hating forwards, Adidas photoshoots & All Ireland hopes | Mulligan and McGee 1:11:12

3M ago1:11:12

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Tommy Rooney, Paddy Andrews and James O'Donoghue were joined by two illustrious guests in Tyrone's Owen Mulligan and Donegal's Eamon McGee their first live show of the year. The lads talk All Ireland hopes, McGee's hatred of forwards and there's a special surprise for Mulligan. We've got two episodes per-week throughout the 2024 season, and hopeful…

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False form, Galway rise, Derry dent, dealing with the stamp, Cruciate curse hits Mayo 52:37

4M ago52:37

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Paddy Andrews and James O'Donoghue join Tommy Rooney for Monday’s episode of The Football Pod available for free across the Off The Ball podcast network, our members podcast is out tomorrow. We’ve also just announced our first Roadshow of 2024, in the home of the Ulster Champions - limited tickets available to buy now! (01:00) - The Boys at Bruce a…

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Donegal capture Ulster, Armagh regret, Louth squeeze Dublin, The Pod are off to Letterkenny 58:31

4M ago58:31

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Paddy Andrews and James O'Donoghue join Tommy Rooney for Monday’s episode of The Football Pod available for free across the Off The Ball podcast network, our members podcast is out tomorrow. We’ve also just announced our first Roadshow of 2024, in the home of the Ulster Champions - tickets available to buy now! (01:00) - Revealed: The Pod are off t…

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Galway arrive into 2024, Questions for Kerry and Mayo, Armagh or Donegal? 56:46

4M ago56:46

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Paddy Andrews and James O'Donoghue join Tommy Rooney for Monday’s episode of The Football Pod available for free across the Off The Ball podcast network, our members podcast is out tomorrow. We’re talking the Munster and Connacht finals (01:00) - Galway-Mayo fallout: key players, Joyce and mistakes (30:00) - Kerry win Munster but where are they at?…

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Tyrone-Donegal fallout, Attacking with width, Crazy Comebacks, Meath u20s hijack the pod 1:09:51

4M ago1:09:51

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James O'Donoghue and Paddy Andrews join Tommy Rooney for Monday’s free episode of The Football Pod. We’re looking at the Leinster and Ulster finals as well as much more, as Tommy gets distracted by the Meath u20s. (01:00) - Donegal win again, Tyrone regrets, tactics and summer hope. (21:00) - Crazy Comebacks - Wexford do Meath, St. Brigid’s collaps…

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Derry’s lack of paranoia, Donegal speed, Galway issues, Mayo and Kerry motor on 54:14

5M ago54:14

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Paddy Andrews and James O'Donoghue join Tommy Rooney for Monday’s free episode of The Football Pod as we get stuck into a fantastic weekend of Championship action, with so much happening in the Ulster, Munster and Connacht Championships, in the April sun. (01:00) - How were Derry caught, Odhran Lynch debate, Derry sideline. (20:00) - Donegal impres…

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Kildare survive Wicklow, Meath smashed, What’s up Jim’s sleeve, Derry hunger, Cavan danger 48:20

5M ago48:20

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Paddy Andrews and James O'Donoghue join Tommy Rooney for Monday’s free episode of The Football Pod. We’re talking the fallout from the Leinster and Ulster Championship quarter-finals at the weekend. (01:00) - Keep or Kill: the Provincials Championships, Dublin smash Meath. (13:00) - The Wicklow story and how they nearly knocked out Kildare. (28:00)…

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Cavan catch Monaghan, Great goals, Championship shocks, Playing the breeze 42:20

5M ago42:20

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Paddy Andrews and James O'Donoghue join Tommy Rooney for Monday’s free episode of The Football Pod after the first weekend of the 2024 Championships - the provincials threw up a few shocks, as the campaign got underway. (01:00) - Championship shocks get us going: from Waterford to Wicklow. (12:00) - Westmeath’s year brought to a halt. (20:00) - Cav…

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The Football Pod members: GAA 'Gym Heroes' and Championship injuries - what you're missing 10:04

5M ago10:04

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Hey there, this is a taster from this week's Football Pod members episode, which will be available after our free show on a Monday every week throughout the season. Are GAA players spending too much time in the gym? This week's members Football Pod saw the usual crew of Paddy Andrews, James O'Donoghue and Tommy Rooney talk Football, and much more -…

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Derry light a fire, Dublin worries, Donegal-Armagh bore, Team of the League (Div. 3+4) 56:25

5M ago56:25

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Paddy Andrews and James O'Donoghue join Tommy Rooney for Monday’s free episode of The Football Pod after an explosive Division 1 final captured the imagination, we go through the rest of the weekend’s action and reveal our Division 3 and 4 Team of the League. (01:00) - Derry light a flame under the summer. (11:00) - Dublin exposed or the best thing…

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Scary Dubs, Lovely Leitrim, Tyrone’s bottom, The Pod’s Team of the League 1:00:46

5M ago1:00:46

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Paddy Andrews and James O'Donoghue join Tommy Rooney for Monday’s free episode of The Football Pod. We’re looking back at the final round of the NFL and picking our combined Division 1 and 2 Team of the League. (01:00) - Was it a good league? (08:30) - Tyrone’s bottom. (18:00) - Derry’s rise and Dublin’s dominance. (28:00) - Around the Grounds: Cor…

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Tyrone down Monaghan, Bans in the GAA, Division 2 shapers, Promotion drama 52:30

5M ago52:30

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Paddy Andrews and James O'Donoghue join Tommy Rooney for Monday’s free episode of The Football Pod, and we've got plenty to get stuck into after a great weekend of Football. (01:00) - Introduction: James passes on an epic trip! (08:30) - Tyrone impress as Monaghan go down - importance of the goalkeeper! (20:00) - Umpires under fire and playing the …

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Exclusive: Paudie and David Clifford on The Football Pod 1:22:06

5M ago1:22:06

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Hello there, and you're welcome along to a very special episode of The Football Pod - last weekend in Killarney, we sat down with Paudie and David Clifford, for an exclusive podcast recording, with thanks to the Killarney Club 7s. We had a really enjoyable chat with the lads, we hope you enjoy it too! (00:00) - Trailer (00:25) - Introduction. (02:2…

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Season 2 Episode 4: Battleground Wisconsin With The Guardian's Alice Herman 21:30

6M ago21:30

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Keep Our Republic's podcast, If We Can Keep It, continues with Episode 4. Executive Director and host, Ari Mittleman, sat down with Alice Herman, a politics and democracy reporter for The Guardian. Alice discusses elections information, curing ballots and covering the ‘purplest state’ as a journalist who now works in her home state of Wisconsin. Re…

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Kerry bite back, Dubs dish out a Derry lesson, Cork down Kildare, The Pod hit Killarney 44:50

6M ago44:50

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Paddy Andrews and James O'Donoghue join Tommy Rooney for Monday’s free episode of The Football Pod, and we've got plenty to get stuck into after the fifth round of the league. Reminder that we've got a special episode coming your way next Monday... (01:00) - The Football Pod hit Killarney. (06:00) - Kerry bite back against Tyrone. (24:00) - Dublin …

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TFP members show: James and Paddy fix Gaelic Football - here's what your missing! 10:45

6M ago10:45

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Hey there, this is a taster from this week's Football Pod members episode, which will be available after our free show on a Monday every week throughout the season. This week's members Football Pod saw the usual crew of Paddy Andrews, James O'Donoghue and Tommy Rooney talk Football, and much more - tune in to our latest show, where the lads got cau…

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King Con Rules, Tyrone turn it on, Attacking Chemistry, Ref Watch, Meath-Kildare fallout 55:44

6M ago55:44

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Paddy Andrews and James O'Donoghue join Tommy Rooney for Monday’s free episode of The Football Pod, and we've got plenty to get stuck into after a great weekend of Football. (00:00) - King Con rules Croker and the importance of chemistry (12:00) - How Dublin destroyed Kerry in midfield (and across the field). (22:00) - Mayo trouble as Tyrone turn i…

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TFP members show: Dublin-Kerry build-up, Young Players getting a shot, last game synchronicity 11:33

7M ago11:33

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Hey there, this is a taster from this week's Football Pod members episode, which will be available after our free show on a Monday ever week throughout the season. This week's members Football Pod saw the usual crew of Paddy Andrews, James O'Donoghue and Tommy Rooney talk Football - tune in to our latest show, where the lads built-up to a massive w…

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Season 2 Episode 3: Washington Post’s Yvonne Wingett Sanchez On Arizona’s Election Preparations 33:31

7M ago33:31

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In episode 3, Ari chats with Yvonne Wingett Sanchez, a Washington Post democracy reporter who tracks voting issues in her home state of Arizona. Yvonne and Ari discuss key issues affecting voters and election officials as the Grand Canyon State prepares for what is already another tumultuous election season. What can other states learn from how a d…

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Big Dogs are back, Manager Reg Flags, Kildare Pressure, Glorious Costello 55:54

6M ago55:54

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What a weekend of Football. Paddy Andrews and James O'Donoghue join Tommy Rooney for Monday’s free episode of The Football Pod, and we've got plenty to get stuck into after a smashing weekend of Football. (00:00) - Casement’s returns and Tommy on the Hurling. (04:00) - James on Cork, and Kildare-Meath in the balance. (08:00) - Clifford’s shine: the…

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The Football Pod members: Picking our Dream Fifteens, with a twist - what you're missing! 17:45

6M ago17:45

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Hey there, this is a taster from this week's Football Pod members episode, which will be available every Thursday throughout the season. Thursday's members Football Pod saw the usual crew of Paddy Andrews, James O'Donoghue and Tommy Rooney talk Football - tune in to our latest show, where the lads discussed the best way to foster a winning mentalit…

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Season 2 Episode 2: What Do Election Officials Really Need? An Investigative Report by Kate Huangpu 19:05

7M ago19:05

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In this episode, Ari sits down with Government Reporter Kate Huangpu from Spotlight PA. We're diving deep into Kate's recent article investigating what four election officials across the state candidly said about the upcoming election. What do our local election officials really need to prepare for 2024? And is Harrisburg willing to do what it take…

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League Form or Summer Substance, Milking big wins, Relegation danger 53:17

7M ago53:17

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We’re back, after a very interesting weekend of Gaelic Football. Paddy Andrews and James O'Donoghue join Tommy Rooney for Monday’s free episode of The Football Pod - and we’ve got so much to chat about. (00:00) - Carragher, Odegaard and appreciating the small wins in GAA! (13:00) - Form vs. Substance - Louth clip Cork again, Mayo beat Dublin. (26:0…

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The Football Pod Members: Make or Break time, how to deal with getting dropped and subbed early - what you're missing! 13:51

7M ago13:51

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Hey there, this is a taster from this week's Football Pod members episode, which will be available every Thursday throughout the season. We hope you enjoy this segment and we'll see you again on Monday in this feed - the Thursday show is only available to Off The Ball members. Go to offtheball.com/join for more. Thursday's Football Pod saw the usua…

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Winter Football Heroes, Derry and Mayo’s start, back-post bottlers, Donegal and Monaghan dancing 43:28

7M ago43:28

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What a weekend of Football. Paddy Andrews and James O'Donoghue join Tommy Rooney for Monday’s free episode of The Football Pod, and we've got plenty to get stuck into after the return of the National Leagues. (00:00) - Winter Football, Derry in Kerry and youth getting a shot. (13:00) - Statement wins for Monaghan, Mayo, Donegal. (16:00) - Botching …

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The Football Pod Members: Contenders, Floaters, In Danger, League Predictions - what you're missing! 16:38

7M ago16:38

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Hey there, this is a teaser from our very first Football Pod members episode, which will be available every Thursday throughout the season. You'll be listening in to our very BOLD league predictions, as the lads give their thoughts on each division. Check out what you're missing here, we'll see you again on Monday in this feed, the Thursday show is…

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Season 2 Episode 1: From the Bullpen to Air Force One: The Value of a Free Press with Margaret Talev 31:56

7M ago31:56

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In Season 2, Keep Our Republic's If We Can Keep It podcast is sitting down with exceptional journalists from around the country. Join host Ari Mittleman as we hear from the nation's top political correspondents about the state of news in America, and how it affects our elections, voter trust, political violence, and more ripped-from-the-headlines t…

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The Football Pod Returns: Glen survive, St. Brigid's regret, Players to Watch in 2024 and Rock's retirement 50:03

7M ago50:03

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Welcome back. The Football Pod returns for 2024. Paddy Andrews and James O'Donoghue join Tommy Rooney to talk Football, and we've got plenty to talk about tonight on the first episode of Season 4. From the drama of the club finals, to the retirement of one of Dublin's greatest players. The lads are also picking their players to watch - Off The Ball…

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Episode 7: Strengthening Democracy in the Motor City: Ken Cockrel's Call to Action 22:19

9M ago22:19

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In this compelling episode of Keep Our Republic's If We Can Keep It podcast, join host Ari Mittleman in a riveting conversation with Detroit's seasoned public servant, Kenneth Cockrel, Jr. As the former President of the Detroit City Council, Ken shares his invaluable insights into the political landscape of the Motor City, reflecting on its transfo…

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Episode 6: Challenges and Triumphs: Kathy Bernier's Mission to Educate and Unite 19:08

9M ago19:08

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In this compelling episode of "If We Can Keep It," join host Ari Mittleman as he delves into the political journey of Kathy Bernier, an influential figure in Wisconsin's electoral landscape. From her start as a county clerk witnessing electoral disarray to triumphs in the state assembly and senate, Kathy shares the challenges and motivations that l…

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Credit to the Champs, TR's Christmas Quiz, Tightest Corner-Backs 1:00:34

9M ago1:00:34

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Welcome back to the latest episode of The Football Pod. As always James O'Donoghue and Paddy Andrews are talking Gaelic Football with Tommy Rooney. Timestamps below. After this episode, we’re taking a wee break until Season 4 returns in early January. Thanks so much to everyone who has tuned in throughout the year! 00:30 - Castlehaven and Glen clai…

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The Football Pod: Worst ways to lose, Toughest Man Markers, Final Provincial Predictions 41:27

9M ago41:27

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Welcome back to the latest episode of The Football Pod. As always James O'Donoghue and Paddy Andrews are talking Gaelic Football with Tommy Rooney. Timestamps below. Monday episodes are available for free across Off The Ball. 00:30 - Disaster strikes when keep-ball goes wrong. 12:00 - Kilmacud Crokes beat Naas - Walsh, Beirne, Kirwan and Clancy imp…

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Episode 5: In the Courtroom and Beyond: U.S. Attorneys Making a Difference 29:50

9M ago29:50

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Step into the legal arena with host Ari Mittleman on the latest episode of If We Can Keep It, where he sits down with esteemed guests John Vaudreuil and David Hickton in a riveting conversation titled "In the Courtroom and Beyond: U.S. Attorneys Making a Difference." In this episode, we explore the compelling journey that led John and David into th…

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Live SXSW Special: Digital Battlegrounds: Bytes, Bravery, and the Pursuit of Freedom 54:23

9M ago54:23

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Redefining Our Digital Lives: A Deep Dive into Technology’s Unseen Impact on Democracy and Human Rights In today’s digital age, our lives are intertwined with technology more than ever. From the moment we wake up to the minute we sleep, smartphones and smart devices have become our constant companions. But at what cost? Are we merely consumers in a…

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Signing Club GAA charters and contracts, Crazy finales, Glen-Scotstown showdown 47:52

9M ago47:52

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Welcome back to the latest episode of The Football Pod. As always James O'Donoghue and Paddy Andrews are talking Gaelic Football with Tommy Rooney. Timestamps below. Monday episodes are available for free. 00:30 - The Players Charter - contracts in the GAA. Would the boys sign them? 18:00 - Club winners and losers; Dingle-Castlehaven, Glen-Scotstow…

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No Friends on the Field, All-Stars debate, Club All-Ireland favourites 50:52

9M ago50:52

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Welcome back to Monday’s episode of The Football Pod. As always James O'Donoghue and Paddy Andrews are talking Gaelic Football with Tommy Rooney. Timestamps below. 00:30 - Drama in the Kingdom 10:00 - The All-Stars breakdown 24:00 - Choosing the 2024 club All-Ireland champions 41:00 - GAA socials and Tommy’s Railway Cup Proposal You can follow us a…

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