Best Gavan Podcasts (2024)

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Episode 155: A conversation with Catherine Lalut 30:45

17m ago30:45

30:45

Catherine is an experienced mining engineer with 12+ years in the mining industry, specializing in both underground and open pit operations, and a proven track record of demonstrating strong, effective leadership and team development. Amongst other things, we discuss Catherine's book, "The mine that fell asleep in the Goldfields".…

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Osborne's baptism of fire and a bumper subscribers' mailbag ahead of Test 1 42:19

5d ago42:19

42:19

Murray Kinsella joins Gavan Casey from Pretoria on the eve of Ireland's first test against the back-to-back world champions.The lads discuss Jamie Osborne's start at fullback, Craig Casey's chance to take the next step in his career, and the remarkable South African schools-rugby system.They also field a series of questions from subscribers on a va…

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#387: Noel Thomson 2 -- Vulnerability, Mental Health, DNFs, and Managing Depression 1:14:15

6d ago1:14:15

1:14:15

This week we are chatting once again with "the Canadian Berserker" Noel Thomson!!In this episode we dive deep into how mental health, ultra running and fitness all interweave.Noel is very open and vulnerable with some of the struggles he has faced in his life and how "controlling what he can control" with exercise and ultra running has helped him c…

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A look ahead to French rugby's showpiece, and James Tracy's inner conflict on the SA tour 17:11

12d ago17:11

17:11

For additional podcasts every week, including insights from Murray Kinsella down in South Africa over the coming weeks, visit the42.ie/extra.By Rugby Weekly

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Season Finale: Take-off for Talks and Tay-Tay's in Town 45:32

13d ago45:32

45:32

Richard, Gavan and Zara speak with Sarah Benson of Women's Aid on violence against women in Ireland following the assault of Natasha O'Brien by a member of the Defence Forces. Aer Lingus and the IALPA have agreed to enter into talks to resolve their dispute, but industrial action at the airline continues. And the Taylor Swift Eras Tour rolls into D…

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#386: Brendan Leonard 2 -- Creativity, Art, Adventure and His New Book "Ultra-Something" 1:15:02

18d ago1:15:02

1:15:02

This week we are chatting with author, filmmaker, artist, adventurer, ultra runner, and a guy who is "semi rad" Brendan Leonard!!!Brendan has one of the most unique, creative, and oftentimes hilarious voices in the adventure community. He's the author of many GREAT books (which we do a quick recap of towards the end of the episode) including his ne…

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Bonus Episode: Ireland's First Astronaut 15:56

19d ago15:56

15:56

Richard, Gavan and Zara speak with Norah Patten about her planned trip to space with Virgin Galactic in 2026 and what it means for the future of Irish space travel. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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ROG's mission, the URC decider, and a Super final 33:28

19d ago33:28

33:28

Gavan Casey and Murray Kinsella look ahead to a big weekend of play-off rugby that doesn't involved the Irish provinces.By Rugby Weekly

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Aer Lingus vs. Pilots, Ryanair vs. Ryan & Norma vs. Bullies 45:53

21d ago45:53

45:53

Richard, Gavan and Zara discuss the impact of Aer Lingus pilot's industrial action on the company and holidaymakers. Eamon Ryan stepping down as Green Party leader has created a tight race between Roderic O'Gorman and Pippa Hackett. And "Bí Cineálta": Norma Foley's new scheme to tackle bullying in schools. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for…

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URC semi-finals preview and predictions 29:34

26d ago29:34

29:34

Ciarán Kennedy and Gavan Casey look ahead to a massive weekend for Leinster and champions Munster.Visit the42.ie/extra for additional rugby podcasts and full access to The 42.By Rugby Weekly

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#385: Cody Taylor 2 -- Prepping to Attempt the Unsupported FKT of the Bruce Trail 56:50

26d ago56:50

56:50

This week we are once again chatting with ultra runner Cody Taylor!!Cody is currently training to attempt the unsupported FKT of the 900km (550 mile) Bruce Trail through his home province of Ontario!!In this episode we talk all about his training and motivation for taking on this challenge, his plan for the summer leading into the attempt, and how …

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Counts Continue, Parties Ponder & Golden Girls 45:59

28d ago45:59

45:59

Richard and Zara join Gavan to discuss the ongoing counts for MEPs in the Ireland South and Midlands-Northwest constituencies. They also analyse the results of the local elections and what they mean for the major parties. And Gavan speaks with Will Dalton from Virgin Media Sport for his perspective on Irish athletics and the recent results in the E…

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Will Leinster's pack simply have too much for a resurgent Ulster? 16:25

1M ago16:25

16:25

Before he heads for Thomond Park for Munster's meeting with the Ospreys, Ciarán Kennedy joins Gavan Casey to preview Leinster and Ulster's URC quarter-final at the Aviva Stadium.To gain access to our Rugby Weekly Extra podcast, visit The42.ie/extraBy Rugby Weekly

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#384: Marcus Kindvall -- Rediscovering Health One Meter at a Time! 53:28

1M ago53:28

53:28

All the way from Stockholm, Sweden we are chatting with Marcus Krindvall!! Marcus is a former cheerleader who represented his country on the national level, faced career ending injuries, battled depression, and is now building himself back up through physical health.He runs the instagram account one.meter.man where he dedicated himself to running "…

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Elections Are Here, Farage is Back & Gail is Gone 46:19

1M ago46:19

46:19

Richard, Gavan and Zara discuss the upcoming local and European elections and what the newest exit polls may suggest. Nigel Farage is making an ambitious 8th try for a position in the UK parliament in the July election. And Gail Platt is leaving Coronation Street; the group reflects on the character over the years. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/pr…

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Inter-pro derby weekend and Keenan makes his Ireland 7s return 18:39

1M ago18:39

18:39

Ciarán Kennedy and Murray Kinsella tee up a big weekend of URC action as the province look for a strong finish to the regular season. The lads also discuss a thrilling start to the Madrid 7s for the Ireland men's team.By Rugby Weekly

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Episode 154: Snoop rides again 2:08

1M ago2:08

2:08

Don't blame this on Snoop. It’s parody.

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#383: Brady Manriquez 4 -- Two Dudes Talking About Life, Travels and My Month of Ballet 1:27:31

1M ago1:27:31

1:27:31

This week we are catching up with the number one guest of the show and the number one guest in our hearts- Brady Manriquez!!In this episode we chat about his very first trip overseas, the adventures of the past year, and why I decided to dip my toe into ballet!!I always cherish my time catching up with Brady and I truly hope you enjoy the show!!…

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Rafah & Recognition: Palestine's Ambassador in Studio 46:00

1M ago46:00

46:00

Richard, Gavan and Zara speak with Dr Jilan Abdalmajid, Palestine's Ambassador to Ireland, for her first in-studio interview after Ireland's recognition of Palestinian statehood and discuss the most recent tragedy in Rafah. RTÉ 2FM is facing significant challenges following a series of departures by its top talent. And do you trust Temu? The group …

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Rugby Weekly Live - Champions Cup Final preview 1:31:37

2M ago1:31:37

1:31:37

The 42′s Rugby Weekly Extra live show is back with a very special Champions Cup final preview in Dublin.Murray Kinsella, Gavan Casey, Bernard Jackman and James Tracy whet the appetite for Leinster v Toulouse with the inimitable analysis, insight and craic that you know and love.By Rugby Weekly

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Recognising Palestine, Knocking on Doors & Stealing Voices 46:17

2M ago46:17

46:17

Richard, Gavan and Zara discuss Ireland's recognition of Palestine as a state and what it means for future relations with Israel. A report by the Housing Commission and the lack of politicians knocking on doors could have impacts on the upcoming election. And did OpenAI steal Scarlett Johansson's voice? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for mo…

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Ulster v Leinster preview, and Cordero finally set for Connacht bow 28:21

2M ago28:21

28:21

Ciarán Kennedy and Gavan Casey look ahead to the provinces' ties in the URC this weekend.To join us at the Harcourt Bar & Garden for next Thursday's Leinster-Toulouse preview night, visit this link: https://www.eventbrite.ie/e/the-42-champions-cup-panel-tickets-904778144787By Rugby Weekly

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#382: Jude Kriwald -- Biking from England to India, Bikepacking through Liberian Jungle 1:14:24

2M ago1:14:24

1:14:24

This week we are chatting with adventurer Jude Kriwald fresh off of a bike packing trip across Western Africa!!10 years ago Jude spent nearly a year biking from his home in England to India, a journey that represents the unknown and the ups and downs of adventure to its core. Recently, Jude biked across Western Africa, including a trip through the …

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Portal Problems, TikTok Teens & Baby Reindeer 45:29

2M ago45:29

45:29

Richard and Zara discuss the drama surrounding the New York Portal and its recent closure. They talk with journalists Jen Hogan and Patrick Freyne about how teenagers are reacting to what they see on TikTok. And Piers Morgan enters the discourse around Baby Reindeer. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.…

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#381: Marshall Ulrich -- On Death Valley, Ultrarunning & Life's Adventures (Co-host Ray Zahab) 1:16:09

2M ago1:16:09

1:16:09

This week we are joined by absolute LEGEND Marshall Ulrich!!Adventure Racing, Ultra running, Death Valley, the 7 Summits, if you name it Marshall has taken it on! He's a true adventurer by all meaning of the word, an explorer of our external world and his own internal world. He's created races, helped teach kids on expeditions, wrote a couple incre…

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Leinster players stay, Munster host Connacht, Ulster on the road 27:26

2M ago27:26

27:26

Ciarán Kennedy and Murray Kinsella look forward to a big weekend in the URC and also discuss some of the new contract announcements in Leinster.By Rugby Weekly

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All Eyes on Rafah, RTE Reports and Douze Pointe? 45:58

2M ago45:58

45:58

Richard, Gavan and Zara speak with Khalid el-Astal about his struggle to get his family out of Gaza. Three new reports have a recommended a number of changes in RTE. And can Bambie Thug win the Eurovison for Ireland for the first time in almost 30 years? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.…

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Leinster v Northampton: the final countdown from Croke Park 25:32

2M ago25:32

25:32

Ciarán Kennedy joins Gavan Casey from Leinster's captain's run at GAA Headquarters to break down tomorrow's Champions Cup semi-final between Ireland's eastern province and English Premiership leaders Northampton Saints.For further podcasts this week featuring Bernard Jackman, James Tracy and Murray Kinsella, visit the42.ie/extra…

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#380: Jeff Mercier -- Reflections on a Life of Ice Climbing 47:54

2M ago47:54

47:54

Jeff Mercier is a world renown Ice Climber and works for the high mountain search and rescue.In this episode we chat all about his journey into ice climbing, reflect on what he's learned about adventure through the years and Jeff shares thoughts on fatherhood and wilderness safety.This is an awesome episode!!! Thank you Jeff for coming on!…

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Episode 153: A conversation with Joe Scalia 41:41

2M ago41:41

41:41

Joe is an Associate Professor of Civil & Environmental Engineering at Colorado State University. Amongst other things Joe and I discuss cover design and longevity and the need to get more engineering students interested in tailings.

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Tents, Trolleys and Too Young For Smartphones 45:50

2M ago45:50

45:50

Richard, Gavan and Zara discuss the Mount Street migration and the rising tensions between Ireland and the UK over immigration policy. The results of the Aoife Johnston Inquest has put University Hospital Limerick under pressure. And a new report commissioned by the French government has recommended that children be banned from having a smartphone …

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#379: Stan Gaskell -- Tales from Cameraman Stan's Adventure on "Project Africa" 1:25:15

2M ago1:25:15

1:25:15

This week we are sitting down and chatting with Stan Gaskell (Cameraman Stan!!) about his experience adventuring and filming Russ Cook’s historic “Project Africa” run across the continent!!A few weeks ago Project Africa wrapped up in Tunisia, the northernmost point on the continent after nearly a year long journey. Stan was a linchpin of this proje…

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The growth of the AIL, with Terenure and Cork Con legends Ian Morgan and John O'Mahony 50:33

3M ago50:33

50:33

Ahead of AIL finals weekend, Murray and Gav are joined by a pair of legends from the clubs involved in Sunday's Division 1A showpiece: Terenure director of rugby Ian Morgan and life-long Cork Con clubman John O'Mahony.Ian and John discuss their sides' roads to the final, the drastic improvement of the AIL as a product in recent years, and how clubs…

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Episode 152: A conversation with Dr. Ashok Ghosh 37:51

3M ago37:51

37:51

Ashok is an Associate Professor, Mechanical Engineering and Adjunct Faculty, Civil Engineering , New Mexico Tech at New Mexico Institute of Mining and Technology. Ashok and I discuss his involvement in green desalination using forward osmosis.

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Stardust Fire: The Inquest, the Apology and the Future? 43:30

3M ago43:30

43:30

Gavan and Zara speak with Selina and Louise McDermott for their reactions to the findings of the Stardust Inquest and the subsequent state apology. Richard reports from the inquest into the death of teenager Aoife Johnston at University Hospital Limerick. And they also discuss the difficulties facing the new recycling scheme and the demise of DVDs.…

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Episode 151: A conversation with Rens Verburg 28:23

3M ago28:23

28:23

Rens is a Technical Fellow with WSP and a geochemist with more than 30 years of experience in the mining industry.

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Leinster sell out Croker, last word on Barrett, and listeners crack central contract code 38:32

3M ago38:32

38:32

Murray and Gav put a lid on a Leinstertaining week and look ahead to the four provinces’ URC clashes this weekend — all of which are important.As the dust settles on Jordie Barrett’s move to Leinster, infamous provocateur Murray also fields questions on Munster’s 2021 signing of Jason Jenkins — his thoughts on which continue to annoy some people th…

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#378: Running, Skiing and Biking the Iditarod with Gavan Hennigan, Ryan Wanless & Asbjorn Bruun 1:13:27

3M ago1:13:27

1:13:27

The fact that I got the opportunity to sit down with three INCREDIBLE human beings a few weeks off of completing the 1,000 mile Iditarod is something I will never take for granted.These three guys are some of the most interesting people I’ve ever had the chance to meetRyan Wanless has traversed from Anchorage to Nome THREE times at this point, one …

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