Best Nolan Richards Podcasts (2024)

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Revisited: The Irish actor conned out of thousands by fake Hollywood producer 21:31

16m ago21:31

21:31

For Eoin O’Brien, a Dublin expat living in Bangkok, securing a part in a blockbuster film was the dream of a lifetime. But the Hollywood producer who he thought was giving him his big break was not who they said they were. Host: Fionnán Sheahan, Guest: Eoin O’Brien See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…

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104 - Ahsoka VFX and Sound - With Richard Bluff and Matthew Wood 53:38

2h ago53:38

53:38

Episoe 104 - This time I chat with Ahsoka producer and ILM VFX Supervisor, Richard Bluff along with his colleague Matthew Wood, Supervising Sound Editor. Key takeaways: The collaboration between sound and visual effects departments is crucial in creating a cohesive and immersive experience for the audience. Early involvement of sound in the product…

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Fun Stories on Hakeem, Nolan, Barkley, Lima & Bud Adams (w/ Houston Sports Radio Vet David Dalati) 46:18

41m ago46:18

46:18

Bleav Host Robert Land brings in David Dalati, the Houston Sports Radio 35 year veteran, who has incredible anecdotes about Hakeem Olajuwon, Nolan Ryan, Charles Barkley, Clyde Drexler, Jose Lima, Jim Leyland, Bud Adams & Drayton McLane. (:42) Dalati's early days (3:23) How did Rusty Staub help get Dalati thru college? (6:00) How did Ronnie Milsap h…

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Healy-Raes, Haugheys and more: The legacy and infamy of Ireland's political dynasties 24:22

9h ago24:22

24:22

Politics is a business of relationships, but some connections are closer to home than others - quite literally in the case of Ireland's numerous political dynasties. Is their influence finally dwindling as parties opt for celebrity over legacy? And do the "sins of the father" influence modern voters? Host: Ellen Coyne | Guest: Fionnán Sheahan See o…

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Ireland at odds: Is a far-right Europe here to stay? 20:17

12m ago20:17

20:17

Far-right parties have made gains across Europe, but Ireland won’t be sending any hardliners to Brussels. But while our Government might be pleased with their day at the polls, in France the president has taken a career-defining gamble. Emmanuel Macron has given voters an ultimatum and is sending them back to the ballot box in three weeks’ time, th…

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My Ideal Rockets Draft Pick at 3! | Bill O'Brien Lies about Texans Years? | Espada's Weekly Blunder 34:59

1h ago34:59

34:59

Bleav Hosts Robert Land & Stephen Kerr talk about who they believe the Rockets should pick in the 3rd spot, Rudy T's latest honor, Bill O'Brien dishing on his Texans years, an underrated loss in the Texans organization, Espada's weekly blunders, Pressly's struggles & the Astros arm issues. (:50) Who should Rockets pick at 3? (3:50) Rudy T wins Chuc…

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How Daniel Kinahan's Super Cartel allies flipped 20:56

7m ago20:56

20:56

What happens when a group of individually successful international criminals pool their resources in a bid to consolidate power and corner the outlaw market for themselves? You get the Dubai Super Cartel; a thriving network of notorious gangsters including Ireland’s own most-wanted; the Kinahans. Host: Fionnán Sheahan, Guest: Miles Johnson See omny…

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Downfall: The bullet-proof bras and millions plundered of Philippines first lady Imelda Marcos 22:27

6h ago22:27

22:27

The once-revered first lady of the Philippines, Imelda Marcos, is known as much for her ostentatious taste, as for the millions her family plundered from the public coffers of the Philippines. In 1986 when Imelda fled the country with her husband, then president Ferdinand Marcos, they carried $8.9m in jewellery, cash and bonds, but the Philippine g…

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Extra: Election disaster for Mary Lou, the Harris ‘energy’ effect and what happened to the ‘far-right'? 25:53

37m ago25:53

25:53

A Sinn Féin shocker in the locals, a strong show of support for the ‘new look’ Fine Gael, and the not-quite rise of the far right. Friday's elections have left many talking points, as the country looks ahead to a possible Autumn general election, despite what Taoiseach Simon Harris has to say. Host: Kevin Doyle, Guests; Gabija Gataveckaite & Philip…

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Amanda Knox - the slander conviction and her long battle to clear her name 22:00

17m ago22:00

22:00

Amanda Knox returned to Italy last week in an unsuccessful bid to defend herself against a 16 year old slander conviction. The charge, which was upheld by the Italian courts, related to statements she had made while in police custody under conditions which the European Court of Human Rights found to have violated her human rights. As she awaits the…

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Revisited: X-rated videos, drug addiction, and an illicit affair - the controversies of Hunter Biden 20:59

1d ago20:59

20:59

Joe Biden's son Hunter has been rocked by a litany of personal and professional scandals, including an affair with his late brother's wife. X-rated videos, gun charges and drug addiction makes Hunter easy prey for Trump supporters. The Indo Daily profiles the Oval Office problem child. Host: Kevin Doyle Guest: Gina London Fist published August 9, 2…

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Is it time for Ireland to ban the controversial XL Bully breed? 22:41

6d ago22:41

22:41

The death of 23 year old Nicole Morey from a dog attack sustained on Tuesday night saw her Limerick community left reeling as it emerged that the animal had been in her own home and care. As the country reflects on this tragedy, many have called for greater urgency from the government in dealing with the question of the XL Bully, a breed recently b…

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Nigel Farage - the 'car crashes' and plane crashes of a marmite politician 22:54

1d ago22:54

22:54

As the UK General Election campaign ramps up, Nigel Farage has entered the race. So could he really split the vote for an already beleaguered Conservative government? Kevin Doyle is joined by Enda Brady to look at a political career defined by metaphorical car crashes, literal plane crashes and Brexit. Host: Kevin Doyle, Guest: Enda Brady See omnys…

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3 Rockets Trade Ideas! | Was Nico Collins Contract Horrible? | Is Astros Season Over? 38:22

2d ago38:22

38:22

Bleav Hosts Robert Land & Stephen Kerr look at 3 Rockets trade ideas with their #3 pick, Nico Collins' new contract, Texans Minicamp storylines, if the Astros season is over & the difference between Dusty & Espada. (1:40) 1st Rockets Trade Idea (Mikal Bridges) (4:02) 2nd Rockets Trade Idea (Alex Caruso) (6:00) 3rd Rockets Trade Idea (Anfernee Simon…

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French Alps quadruple murder: The family, the cyclist and the DNA tests 17:31

7d ago17:31

17:31

12 years ago, a cyclist in the French Alps made a gruesome discovery one sunny autumn afternoon. The bodies of 4 adults, each of whom had suffered gunshots to the head. Miraculously, two children had survived the bloodbath. Who were they? Why were they killed? And why are French police still looking for answers after all this time? Host: Tabitha Mo…

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Richard Keys, Andy Gray and the sexism scandal that rocked Sky Sports 23:30

4d ago23:30

23:30

They were the broadcasting behemoths who helped Sky Sports and Premier League football change the media landscape forever. The wisecracking duo of Richard Keys and Andy Gray were arguably as famous as the footballers they provided the commentary track for, but at the peak of their punditry prowess, a series of scandals changed the pair’s fortunes f…

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Downfall: Armie Hammer and the career ending cannibalism fetishes and sexual violence accusations 22:23

5d ago22:23

22:23

Once upon a time in Hollywood, Armie Hammer had it all, until controversy called his name. The 36-year-old’s career has been in freefall since the emergence of a series of damaging accusations over explicit messages he allegedly sent on social media and an accusation of rape by a woman in Los Angeles in March 2021. How did he respond to the accusat…

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Revisited: The many rows of Roy Keane, a possible Ireland football manager? 21:45

10d ago21:45

21:45

As polarising a figure as Ireland has ever seen, Roy Keane has had somewhat of a rebrand in recent years. The hot head from Cork has traded much of his abrasive side for a more mild-mannered and TV-friendly demeanour. Have decades of feuding ruled him out of the question for the vacant Republic of Ireland manager's job? This episode was originally …

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Extra: Trump Guilty - Calls Judge 'The Devil' 15:35

7d ago15:35

15:35

Today Donald Trump called the judge of his trial ‘the devil’ and launched into a 40-minute rant against ‘corrupt’ government and immigration. Jeff Mason – Washington Correspondent for Reuters, examines how Trump’s guilty verdict catapults the United States into unexplored territory ahead of the Presidential election in November. Can Trump survive t…

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Rockets, Astros, Coogs & Oilers Memories with Iconic Sportswriter Mickey Herskowitz 1:01:40

7d ago1:01:40

1:01:40

Bleav Host Robert Land revisits a classic interview (from '16) with iconic Houston Post & Chronicle Sportswriter Mickey Herskowitz. Mickey remembers the early Astros, Colt 45's, Buffs, Oilers & Rockets days. He explains how he brought the Rockets to Houston, how Houston nearly stole another franchise before the Astros arrived & shares anecdotes abo…

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Who does Bertie Ahern predict for election success next week? 20:31

8d ago20:31

20:31

Former taoiseach Bertie Ahern looks at some of his picks for success in next week’s European elections. He also asks is it time that Dublin gets its own mayor or minister, and he assesses if Ireland will soon have an established far-right political party in Leinster House. Host: Tabitha Monahan Guests: Bertie Ahern and John Downing See omnystudio.c…

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Potential Rockets Draft Picks? How Bout Rob Dillingham? (w/ Locked on NBA Big Board's Leif Thulin) 25:01

8d ago25:01

25:01

Bleav Host Robert Land asks NBA Draft Expert & Locked on NBA Big Board Host Leif Thulin @LeifThulin about potential Rockets picks & his thoughts on the current Rockets Core 6. (:30) Who should Rockets pick at #3? (1:59) Is Rob Dillingham good fit? (3:26) Reed Sheppard vs. Dillingham? (8:04) Donovan Clingan vs. Walker Kessler? (10:28) Can Rockets fi…

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Sacked Prof Philip Nolan’s new job in doubt amid fallout over bullying allegations 19:54

9d ago19:54

19:54

Philip Nolan became a household name as one of the experts who led Ireland’s response to the Covid pandemic. More recently though, his conduct as Director General of Science Foundation Ireland (SFI) has propelled him back onto the frontpages. While his position at SFI has now been terminated by the Board, his role in the future of Research Ireland …

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Potential Texans Kenyon Green, Dameon Pierce Comeback? | Time to Trade Chas McCormick? | Remembering Bill Walton 31:31

9d ago31:31

31:31

Bleav Hosts Robert Land & Stephen Kerr look at potential comeback seasons for Texans Kenyon Green, Dameon Pierce & Jalen Pitre. Plus, Tank Dell's recovery, warning signs on Framber, Javier & Urquidy and a tribute to Bill Walton with his Rockets connections. (:39) Great Tank Dell News (1:25) More likely for comeback: Kenyon Green, Dameon Pierce & Ja…

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Eamonn Holmes: Shock divorce, ‘bitter’ tax bill and those Philip Schofield comments 17:41

10d ago17:41

17:41

The shock divorce of Eamonn Holmes and Ruth Langsford have left viewers to wonder where it all went wrong for the TV double act. It’s not the first showbiz conflict Holmes has been involved in, after he was one of the loudest voices amid Phillip Schofield's high-profile ITV departure. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…

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Olaver 1:00:26

14d ago1:00:26

1:00:26

Emlyn Olaver is the director of Olaver, a Melbourne-based practice known for residential and commercial work that balances the imperfect and the refined. In this episode, Emlyn and Dave discussed: The benefits of working on hospitality projects in the early stages of their practice, allowing them to have built work available to publish at a faster …

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103 - Nathan Crowley - Production Designer and Chris Nolan collaborator 1:30:34

11d ago1:30:34

1:30:34

My guest for this second episode of May 2024 is production designer Nathan Crowley. If you don’t know his name, you will definitely know and most likely love, his work.. Behind Enemy Lines (2001) Insomnia (2002) Batman Begins (2005) The Prestige (2006) The Dark Knight (2008) John Carter (2012) The Dark Knight Rises (2012) Interstellar (2014) Dunkir…

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Protests, dissent and Niall Blaney’s rows: the potential EU election winners and losers 25:57

11d ago25:57

25:57

With 14 seats up for grabs across three national constituencies, the stakes are high in next week’s European elections. As political parties scramble to secure their positions, Independent candidates appear to be making surprising gains. Here’s a closer examination of the race and issues in each constituency. Host: Fionnán Sheahan Guests: Philip Ry…

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Bodkin trivia: 6 lesser-known facts about the quirky Netflix thriller series 5:28

15d ago5:28

5:28

Netflix's latest series, Bodkin is a quirky series that takes a refreshing spin on the true-crime podcast phenomenon, akin to Only Murders in the Building, but with a distinctive Irish twist. Produced by Higher Ground, the production company founded by none other than Barack and Michelle Obama, Bodkin stars Will Forte as Gilbert Power, an upbeat Am…

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Who Should ROCKETS Take at Pick 3? (w/ NBA Draft Expert Matt Modderno) 27:12

20d ago27:12

27:12

Bleav Host Robert Land asks NBA Draft Expert Matt Modderno (Host of Bleav in Wizards & Bleav in DMV Hoops) about the Rockets potential draft options with the #3 pick (1:10) Top 3 in this draft? (2:09) Best Pick for the Rockets (4:51) Stephon Castle a Rockets option? (8:39) Matas Buzelis (10:25) Who will Wizards take (before Rockets)? (12:49) Nikola…

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Is the jig up? Irish dancing’s future in jeopardy after ‘feis-fixing’ scandal 21:21

12d ago21:21

21:21

Chaos, confusion, and collapsing promises. The investigation into alleged “feis-fixing” in the world of Irish dancing, has exposed financial uncertainty and emotional distress, leading people to ask: Is there a future for Irish dancing in 2024? Host: Fionnán Sheahan, Guest: Ellen Coyne See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…

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The €5.5m crypto fraud, a former Chinese takeaway worker and the Pharma tycoon’s son 18:06

13d ago18:06

18:06

Born into privilege, Michael Burke Jr comes from Irish business royalty, in a family worth hundreds of million euro. But how did the son of a major pharma tycoon become embroiled in an international crypto and money-laundering scam with a former Chinese takeaway shop worker? Host: Rory Tevlin. Guests: John Burns and Rory Mullholland See omnystudio.…

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Extra: 2FM in crisis - why are RTE's top stars running for the exit? 18:02

14d ago18:02

18:02

Most will be familiar with the phrase good things come in threes. But for our national broadcaster, the departure of 3 top acts from the 2FM schedule in recent days, has blindsided bosses at RTE, and left the national radio station in crisis. Why exactly are the country's top talent vacating the Montrose studios? Host: Fionnán Sheahan, Guest: Niamh…

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‘Swing-gate’ – Five years on: How the Maria Bailey scandal unravelled 25:15

19d ago25:15

25:15

Maria Bailey's fall from grace was harder than any fall from a swing. Five years ago this week, the former Fine Gael TD went from a relatively unknown backbencher to political infamy. We revisit 'Swing-Gate' and go behind the story that the Irish Independent broke in 2019 with Kevin Doyle. Host: Tabitha Monahan Guest: Kevin Doyle See omnystudio.com…

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Extra: Israel threatens “severe consequences” as Ireland formally recognises Palestine 23:30

16d ago23:30

23:30

In an unprecedented move, Ireland will formally recognise the state of Palestine, with Taoiseach Simon Harris declaring “an important and historic day”. Israel quickly hit back, recalling its ambassador Dana Erlich, and threatening “severe consequences”. How significant is Ireland’s declaration? And what comes next? Host: Ciarán Dunbar Guests: Phil…

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Top 4 Reasons for Rockets to Sign Donovan Mitchell | Top 5 Shocking Astros Stats! 40:31

16d ago40:31

40:31

Bleav Hosts Robert Land & Stephen Kerr look at 4 reasons the Rockets should trade for Donovan Mitchell, Top 5 Shock Astros Stats, Steven Nelson firing shots at DeMeco Ryans, Framber Valdez going rogue & why Josh Hader is changing his routine for the Astros. (1:40) Top 4 Reasons for Rockets to Sign Donovan Mitchell (4:30) What should Rockets give up…

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Tony O’Reilly: From billionaire to bankruptcy and the Denis O’Brien battles 18:45

24d ago18:45

18:45

At 18 Tony O’Reilly played rugby for Ireland before going on to become the most glamorous international Irish businessman of his generation. This is the story of how he became Ireland’s first billionaire and how a bitter battle with Denis O’Brien would change his fortunes. Host: Tabitha Monahan Guest: Liam Collins See omnystudio.com/listener for pr…

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Exposed: OnlyFans and the dark art of deception 20:55

18d ago20:55

20:55

The surface of OnlyFans may be incredibly photogenic, but what lurks beneath is decidedly sinister, as ruthless con artists exploit the system – and the models who power it. Host: Fionnán Sheahan Guest: Sophie Peachey See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By Irish Independent

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Meet RFK Jr: the anti-vax conspiracy theorist bidding to become the second President Kennedy 20:57

19d ago20:57

20:57

In 2010, a worm crawled into Robert F Kennedy’s brain, ate part of it and died. That’s according to the man who looks poised to become the third candidate in the US presidential election. Despite being the nephew of President John F Kennedy, his influential family have shunned one of their own and endorsed Joe Biden. However, RFK’s popularity grows…

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Portal of shame? Donal Fallon’s walking tour of infamous Dublin monuments 21:27

21d ago21:27

21:27

As the Dublin-New York Portal is temporarily switched off due to inappropriate behaviour, Fionnán Sheahan takes a walking tour of Dublin with historian and podcaster Donal Fallon, to look at the other monuments that have infamously graced the capital’s main thoroughfare. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…

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102 - Master of the Air - VFX masters Xavier Bernasconi & Steve Jelley 46:45

23d ago46:45

46:45

For this episode, number 102, I am speaking to to gentleman that worked on the visual effects for Masters of the air, the Apple TV series which is a continuation of Band of Brothers and The Pacific. This time tackling World War Two airmen and their various missions. So I chat with Xavier Bernasoni who was one of the vfx supervisors on the show for …

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'Death threats and sexual harassment' - How local politics became such a dangerous job 16:43

29d ago16:43

16:43

It’s just three weeks to polling day for the local elections. Five years on from the most recent count in 2019, however, Irish politics has fundamentally changed. Taoisigh and party leaders have come and gone, and we have witnessed the rise and fall in popularity for Sinn Féin. Increasingly, over the last few months, migration has become a contenti…

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New Texans Schedule Break Down! (w/ Chron.com's Steph Stradley) 33:18

22d ago33:18

33:18

Host Robert Land brings in the Houston Chronicle Texans contributor Steph Stradley to look at the Texans 2024 schedule. (:53) Bears in Sunday Prime Time (2:13) Josh Allen vs. Stroud (3:57) Texans go to Lambeau for Packers (7:47) Stroud vs. Aaron Rodgers in Primetime (10:44) Lions on Sunday Night (11:52) Texans-Cowboys on Monday Night (14:25) Is lat…

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Rory McIlroy’s Divorce: The celebrity lawyer, the prenup and the US PGA Championship. 21:23

1M ago21:23

21:23

As world No2 Rory McIlroy looks to secure another US PGA title, the news that he is seeking a divorce from wife Erica Stoll has shocked the golfing world. The Northern Irishman has secured the services of Thomas Sasser, who famously represented fellow golfer Tiger Woods in his divorce from Swedish model Elin Nordegren in 2010. What do we know so fa…

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Analyzing Rockets Potential Draft Picks? (w/ NBA Draft Expert Cooper Klein) 35:02

27d ago35:02

35:02

Bleav Host Robert Land ask NBA Draft Expert & Upside Swings Host Cooper Klein about Rockets potential targets with the #3 pick in the '24 NBA Draft. (:49) Cooper's #1 Favorite Draft Target (Ron Holland) (10:02) #2 Favorite Draft Target (Reed Sheppard) (15:33) #3 Favorite Draft Target (Alex Sarr) (18:19) Donovan Clingan's fit in Houston (25:11) Who …

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