Best Paul Matthew Carr Podcasts (2024)

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Collected Edition – New Episodes Coming Soon 4:53

3d ago4:53

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And we’re back…almost. After a long, unplanned hiatus The Collected Edition will be back with brand new episodes starting in July 2024. This is just a brief announcement episode to explain where we’ve been and what will be coming. Thanks, everyone for your patience while we’ve been gone and I hope you will join us again for new and exciting convers…

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#151 Ian Reeves // The Goat, Mental Skills, Career Development & more 54:35

22d ago54:35

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On episode 151 I am delighted to be joined by the head of wellbeing at South Sydney Rabbitohs. Ian previously worked with the Gaelic Players Association in Ireland as Lead player development & wellbeing coach, to support inter-county players to develop their career and well being off the pitch. Ian details his career progression from an internship …

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#150 Check in with Ellen Keane, Roisin Ní Ríain, Nicole Turner // Pre European Para Swimming Championships 28:03

2M ago28:03

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I had the pleasure of checking in with para swimmers Ellen Keane, Roisin Ni Riain, Nicole Turner live from the Paralympics Ireland office in Dublin. The interviews were recorded a few weeks before the European Para Swimming Championships in Madiera and we discuss all things swimming, 2024, pressure, nerves and so much more! During the first 2 days …

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#149 Billy Walsh // Building Irish boxing, High Performance, Coaching, Team USA & More 1:00:11

2M ago1:00:11

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On episode 149 I am delighted to be joined by Head Coach at Team USA boxing Billy Walsh. From humble beginnings in Wexford to becoming a world renowned coach and mentor, Walsh's journey is a testament to his passion for the sport and pursuit of excellence. Billy provides insights into managing an athlete in the ring, building the Irish High Perform…

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#148 Matthew Bell // Second Chances, Resilience, Defying the odds 30:01

2M ago30:01

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On episode 148 I am delighted to be joined Matthew Bell. An accomplished international player Matthew won over 100 caps for Ireland but experienced heartbreak as he was not selected to travel to the 2016 Olympic Games in Rio. At 26 years of age while pursuing his 3rd season of professional hockey in Germany, Matthew was diagnosed with a brain tumou…

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#147 Shane Keegan // GAA Vs League of Ireland, Implementing football influences with GAA teams & more 1:43:38

2M ago1:43:38

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On episode 147 I am delighted to be joined by former league of ireland manager, UEFA Pro Licence Coach and current head of games at Laois GAA. This episode was recorded during the 2023 League of ireland season while Shane was coaching at Cobh Ramblers. They finished 3rd in the Division 1 league and at the end of the season Shane stepped away from t…

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#146 Declan Darcy // Coaching, Performance, Dublin & more 1:14:13

3M ago1:14:13

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On episode 146 I am delighted to be joined by former Dublin Senior Football coach and current performance coach with Leinster Rugby Declan Darcy. Declan is a decorated player and helped guide Leitrim to the 1994 Connacht Senior Football Championship as captain. He later represented Dublin at senior level crossing paths with a young Stephen Cluxton …

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#145 Barry Horgan // Australian Professional Sports Set Ups, GAA General Manager, Athletic Performance & More 1:25:44

4M ago1:25:44

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On episode 145 I am joined by Head of athletic performance at Meath GAA Barry Horgan. Barry is an experienced coach and sports scientist working with the Australian institute of sport, brumbies rugby, and sport Australia before returning to the role as general manager with Meath GAA. Barry has since switched roles to Head of athletic performance wi…

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The Coaching Playbook EP 4 - Conor Clifford #144 1:40:58

4M ago1:40:58

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On episode 4 of The Coaching Playbook series, host Adrian O’Sullivan chats with S&C Coach Conor Clifford. Conor and Adrian crossed paths in 2022 with the Dublin Senior Camogie team. Conor is now working with the Westmeath Senior Hurlers and has previously found success with Dublin U21 Football 2014 - 2016 (All Ireland & 3x Leinster titles), Shamroc…

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Cup Series - Men's Cup Final Preview // Colin O’Reilly, Adrian Fulton, Erin Bracken, Ryan McCormick, Jack Scully (143) 1:33:31

5M ago1:33:31

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On episode 143 we preview the Men’s National Cup Finals! The episode is split into two parts with two panels directing the semi final games; Erin Bracken, Adrian Fulton & Jack Scully (U18 & U20 Men) and Colin O’Reilly, Ryan McCormick and Niall McDermott (President’s & Pat Duffy) and preview the upcoming finals! We also hear from Elijah Tillman & He…

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Cup Series - Women's Finals Preview // Niall McDermott, Paul Carr, Paul O'Brien (#142) 1:25:21

5M ago1:25:21

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On episode 141 we preview the 2023/24 Women's Cup Basketball Finals. Guests Niall McDermott, former U16 Irish Girls and current UL Wolves College coach, Paul Carr, Swords Thunder Women's National League Head Coach & Paul O'Brien NUIG Mystics Superleague Women's and Ireland U16 Girls Head Coach recap the Semi Finals and discuss the upcoming finals. …

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Vocalist Lindsey Webster on Cool Jazz Conversations 58:00

5M ago58:00

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Marcellus "Bassman" Shepard chops it up with Billboard #1 vocalist Vocalist Lindsey Webster on Cool Jazz Conversations.By cooljazzconversations

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#141 Sean Brennan // Cuala Success, Staying sharp, NFL Quarterbacks & more 52:00

5M ago52:00

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On Episode 141 I am delighted to be joined by Dublin and Cuala senior hurling goalkeeper Sean Brennan. We discuss his career to date from not being selected for any dublin underage set ups to becoming a starter, Cuala’s back to back All Ireland club titles, finding balance away from sport, Staying sharp as a goalkeeper, NFL quarterbacks and more! T…

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Cup Series - Men's Semi Final Panel Preview (#140) 1:00:18

5M ago1:00:18

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On the Men’s Cup Semi Final preview panel we are joined by Pat Lyons currently playing with Moycullen but has spent playing in the US, Spain & Germany, Mark Reynolds former Eanna Superleague player who has also played in Germany & UK, Jack Scully Portlaoise Men’s National League head coach and Ryan McCormick Ulster University Men’s super league & 2…

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Cup Series - Women's Semi Final Panel Preview (#139) 1:01:47

5M ago1:01:47

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On the Women’s Cup Semi Final preview panel we are joined by Niall McDemott former U16 Irish Women's Assistant coach, multiple cup winner Claire O’Sullivan and Swords Thunder Women’s Division 1 head coach Paul Carr. *Recorded December 20th 2023* We preview the cup semi final games in the U18, U20, Division 1 and Paudie O'Connor cup competitions. Th…

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Collected Edition: Episode 107: Spider-Man Xmas 1:02:37

6M ago1:02:37

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“One of my favorites among the multitude of Xmas stories!” It’s that festive time of the year and what’s a better way to celebrate than with a rolicking adventure from the legendary Darwyn Cooke? It’s got everything: The Fantastic Four, Inhumans, mind control, lost children, shopping a Macy’s, and a tender J. Jonah Jamison. Oh, and Spider-Man saves…

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Cup Check-In John Feehan, Harry Scully, Sean Jenkins (#138) 39:33

6M ago39:33

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On the latest National Cup Check-In I am delighted to be joined by Sean Jenkins of Eanna, Harry Scully of Dublin Lions and Basketball Ireland CEO John Feehan. This episode was recorded live at the media launch of the redevelopment plans for the national basketball arena. First up we check in with Sean Jenkins multiple underage cup winner and finals…

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Collected Edition: Episode 106: Tank Girl 1:14:20

6M ago1:14:20

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“Tank Girl simply is.” Today on the program we discuss the anarchic insanity that is Tank Girl. A punk rock fever dream created by artist Jamie Hewlett and writer Alan Martin in 1988, it was a frenetic cacophony of a comic book that didn’t so much cross the line of decency and good taste, as it erased that line completely and said, “Line? What line…

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#137 Darragh McGurn // Social Media, Intercounty football, Perceptions & more 48:34

6M ago48:34

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On episode 137 I am delighted to be joined by Fermanagh senior footballer and online coach Darragh McGurn. We discuss perceptions as an Intercounty footballer, changing career path from Engineering to personal training, building an online business, creating a social media page, travelling and more! I hope you enjoy Find Darragh here: https://www.in…

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#136 Orla Comerford // Balancing Athletics & Art, Identity, Injuries, Paralympics & more 1:12:56

6M ago1:12:56

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On episode 136 I am delighted to be joined by Paralympian sprinter Orla Comerford. At 11 years of age Orla’s eyesight deteriorated due to a condition called Stargardt's disease. She competes in the T13 category and competed in the 2016 and 2021 Paralympic Games. Off the track Orla is a visual Artist who recently graduated from NCAD. I originally he…

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#135 Mike Digby // Tennis Performance, Roger Federer, Talent & more 1:40:03

7M ago1:40:03

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On episode 135 I am delighted to be joined by TP/WTA Coach and @SotoTennis performance coach Mike Digby. Mike is from the UK and attended the college in the US on a tennis scholarship and during a summer break he stumbled into an opportunity to become a hitting partner at Wimbledon! This led him down the path of pursuing work as hitting partner for…

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Cup Series - Men's Quarter Finals Panel // Jack Scully, Erin Bracken, Marc Mulholland, De'Ondre Jackson (#134) 50:27

6M ago50:27

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Welcome to the Men’s National Cup Quarter Final preview including a panel discussion & post game reaction from De'ondre Jackson of Belfast Star after their win vs Eanna. Our panel includes October coach of the Month Portlaoise National League head coach Jack Scully, Erin Bracken who has held coaching positions in Men’s SL & NL, and Marc Mulholland …

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Cup Series - Women's Quarter Finals Panel // Sorcha Tiernan, Niall McDermott & Suzanne Maguire (#133)) 1:19:55

7M ago1:19:55

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Welcome to another basketball cup series episode. This is the women’s cup quarter finals preview with Niall McDermott and Suzanne Maguire. We discuss the season so far, the movement of players, before making our predictions for the upcoming round go games! A quick note this episode was recorded on Friday November 17th! We also check in with Liffey …

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The Coaching Playbook EP3 Eoin Roche // S1 - Hurling #132 1:33:01

7M ago1:33:01

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On episode 3 of The Coaching Playbook series 1 host Adrian O’Sullivan chats to Eoin Roche. Eoin is current head coach with Na Fianna Senior Hurlers, DCU Fitzgibbon, and Dublin U14 manager. Shane and Adrian discuss all things coaching, his approach to analysis, engaging players, and more! Series 1 is sponsored by ⁠@irishscnetwork⁠ a diverse coaching…

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Cup Check-In #2 // Elijah Faapito, Ciara Tolan & Xabi Arriaga (#131) 37:59

7M ago37:59

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Welcome to episode 2 of the cup check in series where we focus on National League. We catch up with Elijah Faapito (Tolka Rovers), Ciara Tolan (Cavan Eagles) and Xabi Arriaga (SETU Carlow) to get an insight into their teams preparation, cup journey so far and more! Xabi - https://www.instagram.com/shootersshoot.pro/ https://www.instagram.com/thesid…

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Collected Edition: Episode 105: Ambush Bug 1:23:55

7M ago1:23:55

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“…a noble piece of work in the ongoing evaluation of the comics medium.” Today on the program we discuss the radical parody/satire that is Ambush Bug! The 1985 crazy meta masterpiece (?) from the legendary Keith Giffen and Robert Loren Fleming. It’s only 4 issues…but man is it something. In addition, we talk about the second season of Loki and lowe…

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The Coaching Playbook EP2 Shane Hassett // S1 - Hurling #130 1:18:52

7M ago1:18:52

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On episode 2 of The Coaching Playbook series 1 host Adrian O’Sullivan chats to Shane Hasset. Shane ie Current Clare and Toomevara senior hurling coach and Fitzgibbon Cup winning coach with UL. Shane and Adrian discuss all things coaching, routine on training day, being a young coach, coaching books, influences, personal challenges and more! Series …

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The Coaching Playbook EP 1 David Herity // S1 - Hurling #129 1:44:37

7M ago1:44:37

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On the first of The Coaching Playbook series 1 host Adrian O’Sullivan chats to David Herity about all things hurling performance. David is a 5 time All Ireland winning goal keeper with Kilkenny, he has experience managing and coaching at Club and County levels including; Dublin Camogie, Cuala, Kildare winning a Christy Ring Cup in 2020. Since recor…

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Cup Check-In #1 // Claire Melia, Ryan McCormick, & Alyssa Velles (#128) 53:19

7M ago53:19

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Welcome to the 2023/24 cup series! Episode 1 is a Superleague check in with Claire Melia of Killester, Ryan McCormick Ulster University Men's head coach, & Alyssa Velles of Portlaoise Panthers. We also get updates from Aine McKenna of Glanmire, Roman nelson of Eanna and John Dowling of Tralee. Episode 2 will be focused on the National League so ple…

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#127 Josh Wilson // Basketball journey, Eanna, Superleague & more 56:17

8M ago56:17

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On episode 127 I am delighted to be joined by one of the most exciting players in the Superleague, Josh Wilson of Griffith College Eanna. Josh shared his journey from growing up in LA to joining ⁠@eannabasketball⁠ as a pro. He joined a top ranked high school programme winning a state title and began navigating college offers during his senior year.…

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#126 David Sharkey // Theming, Ronan O'Gara, Culture & More 1:10:59

8M ago1:10:59

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On episode 126 I am delighted to be joyed by communications consultant David Sharkey. David is a dynamic and experienced communications consultant with a track record of transforming individuals and organisations through the power of effective communication, theming and more. His clients include top executives, athletes, and teams, helping them ref…

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Collected Edition: Episode 104: The Rocketeer 1:05:42

8M ago1:05:42

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“Nostalgia writ large” Today on the program we discuss the retro adventure-chic masterpiece that is The Rocketeer by Dave Stevens. It’s cool, it’s beautiful, it ended too soon. In addition, we talk about the passing of Keith Giffen, a true legend in comics. As always, thanks for listening. WE STILL WANT YOUR RECOMMENDATIONS! SEND ‘EM HERE: REQUEST …

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#125 Eoin Cleary // Leadership, Colm Collins, Flow State & more 1:05:15

8M ago1:05:15

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On episode 125 I am delighted to be joined by 2023 Clare Senior Football captain Eoin Cleary. Note this episode was recorded in the summer prior to Eoin's announcement of stepping away from the Clare panel for 2024. We discuss his career, all things leadership, becoming and learning to be a captain, Colm Collins, Balancing shift work as a guard, In…

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#124 Cora Staunton // Consistency, AFL Leadership Team, Performance Coaching & More 1:00:12

9M ago1:00:12

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On episode 124 I am delighted to be joined by Irish sporting all time great Cora Staunton. Cora made her senior at 13 and went on to win 4x All-Ireland Senior Ladies' Football Championships, in 1999, 2000, 2002, 2003 and 11 All-Star awards, making her one of the most decorated players in the history of ladies football. Beyond the silverware, Staunt…

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#123 Ciaran Byrne // Louth, AFL, Injuries & More 37:24

9M ago37:24

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On episode 123 I am delighted to be joined by Louth senior footballer and former Carlton AFL player Ciaran Byrne. We discuss his career and journey to the AFL, his decision to retire and the potential of a return down under in 2022. We explore the transition from amateur to professional and the challenges of coming back home to Ireland. Ciaran tore…

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Collected Edition: Episode 103: Green Lantern Green Arrow 1:19:38

9M ago1:19:38

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“Conflict in narrative is fun!” The premise of the show is to talk about the famous and infamous runs in comics, and this comic falls perfectly into both categories. Probably one of the most acclaimed and controversial runs in comics, Neal Adams and Denny O’Neil‘s Green Lantern Green Arrow arguably changed comics forever. But is it any good? Does i…

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#122 Claire O'Sullivan (nee Rockall) // Identity, Motivation, Women in Sport & more (Roll of Honour feature) 1:00:39

9M ago1:00:39

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On episode 122 I am delighted to be joined by one of Ireland’s best ever female basketball players Claire O'Sullivam (nee Rockall). Claire grew up in Galway before spending time in the US playing college basketball. She returned to Cork and joined Glanmire and since then has cemented herself as one of Ireland’s greatest female athletes. In 2009 Cla…

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Collected Edition: Episode 102: Doctor Who Classics 1:07:18

10M ago1:07:18

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“…it prioritizes intelligence and romanticism over violence and cynicism.” Today on the program we talk about the greatest thing in the history of the world…Doctor Who! In particular, the stories The Star Beast and the City of the Damned, both classic comics featuring the 4th Doctor Tom Baker. These comics were originally published in the late 70s …

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#121 Marc Steutel // GB Senior Men's & Newcastle Eagles Head Coach 35:43

10M ago35:43

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On episode 121 I am delighted to be joined by Marc Steutel, GB Senior Men's & Newcastle Eagles Head Coach. This episode was recorded live from Newcastle in March 2023 prior to their home game vs London Lions. We discuss all things coaching; deciding to pursue coaching full time, managing people and perceptions, Newcastle and GB Men's teams, his app…

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#120 Gandy Malou-Mamel // UCONN Scholarship, Limerick, Developing confidence & more 1:04:58

11M ago1:04:58

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On episode 120 I am delighted to be joined by Gandy Malou-Mamel who recently became the biggest Irish college basketball recruit as she signed with powerhouse UCONN. Gandy's parents emigrated from the Congo and settled in Limerick. Growing up she played football locally before joining basketball thanks to a flyer handed out by a coach in school. St…

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Collected Edition: Episode 101: TMNT The Last Ronin 1:02:08

11M ago1:02:08

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“…dynamic and fast-paced action rendered with cyber-punk aesthetics mixed with epic Kurosawa-esc samurai visuals.” Listener Request! Neither Brian nor I are TMNT fans – or at least we were not familiar with the franchise to claim to be one. But listener Emily requested The Last Ronin for us to read and we did so with a little trepidation…but man, w…

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Collected Edition: Episode 100: JSA All-Star Comics 1:12:42

11M ago1:12:42

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“Much of this is highly entertaining, goofy four-color fun.” Episode 100! Woo Hoo! And for this momentous occasion, we delve deep into the history of comics and discuss the very first (?) superhero team – the Justice Society of America! Full of Golden Age wackiness and wartime propaganda, All-Star Comics is an interesting and fascinating look into …

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#119 Anthony Forrester // Newcastle Eagles grassroots, developing players, Basketball bingo & more 1:55:16

12M ago1:55:16

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On episode 119 I am delighted to be joined by Newcastle Eagles schools basketball coach Anthony Forrester. Anthony has a background in football academy coaching before joining the Eagles grassroots coaching team. Anthony and I met in Newcastle on St. Patrick's day 2023 and hit it off straight away chatting about all things coaching... which led us …

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Collected Edition: Episode 99: Creature Commandos 1:29:19

1y ago1:29:19

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“And it can be a lot of fun for the sheer goofiness of its premise and the audacity for even attempting it.” Today on the program we discuss a weird one – the Creature Commandos! It’s about soldiers during WW2 who get transformed into movie monsters in order to scare the enemy. Seriously. The premise is bonkers and the tone is all over the place. A…

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#118 Paul Blake // Owning a BBL Franchise, Community focus, Building an arena & more 1:04:10

12M ago1:04:10

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On episode 118 of The Sideline Live podcast, host Orla speaks to Paul Blake, owner of a BBL franchise called Newcastle Eagles. Paul has been in the basketball industry for more than 20 years and is passionate about growing the sport in the UK. He has a deep understanding of what it takes to run a successful franchise and shares valuable insights du…

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Multi-Instrumentalist Clarence Ward III drops by Cool Jazz Conversations 57:54

1y ago57:54

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The Bassman chops it with Multi-Instrumentalist Clarence Ward III about his career, music and legacy. #jazz #cooljazz #baltimore #iinstrumentalist #interviewBy cooljazzconversations

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Collected Edition: Episode 98: Hellblazer Original Sins 1:34:25

1y ago1:34:25

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“A great intro to the laughing magician, and a harrowing series of events. Strewth!” One of the longest-running Vertigo titles and one of the best. Along its run, Hellblazer featured a long list of some of the more talented and acclaimed creators in comics. On this episode, we discuss where it all began (sort of) with Jamie Delano and John Ridgway’…

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Saxophonist Paul Carr stops by Cool Jazz Conversations 57:54

1y ago57:54

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Saxophonist Paul Carr stops by Cool Jazz Conversations to chop it up with the Bassman.By cooljazzconversations

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Collected Edition: Episode 97: Avenger Forever 1:14:16

1y ago1:14:16

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“…just strap in and let yourself take the ride and you will not be disappointed.” Are you interested in a comic that covers the entire history of Marvel comics from its beginnings through the 70s and 80s and into a hypothetical future? Well, this is the comic for you! Today on the program we will be discussing Avengers Forever, the comic that attem…

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#117 Sam Alajiki // Recruiting, Mindset, Irish basketball & more 1:17:58

1y ago1:17:58

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On episode 117 I am delighted to be joined by former Sam Alajiki. This episode was recorded in September 2022 in California. Since recording Sam has entered the transfer portal after 2 years at university of cal berkley. He has also played for ireland on the most successful mens u20 team who finished 5-1 last summer. Note * This episode was recorde…

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