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The GAA Social

BBC Radio Ulster
Gaelic Football
GAA Football
Tyrone
Derry
Kerry
Monaghan
GAA
Hip Injury
All-Ireland Title
Dublin
Cormac Mcanallen
All-Ireland
David Clifford
Mickey Harte
Jim Mcguinness
Rory Beggan
Macrory Cup
Alcoholism
Northern Ireland Football Team
Celtic Football Club

The GAA Social brings to life stories from Gaelic Games. It features pundit discussions and wide-ranging interviews with the sport’s players, managers and officials.

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Recent Guests

Owen Mulligan
Former Tyrone All-Ireland winner and sports personality
Tyrone GAA
Episode: The funniest podcast we've ever recorded. All-Ireland final preview (with 2000 people)
Johnny Glynn
Captain of New York hurling team and All-Ireland winner
New York Hurling Team
Episode: Johnny Glynn. Miscarriages, IVF, hope. Winning All-Irelands with Galway and now New York. Pure love
Mickey Niblock
Legendary Gaelic footballer, played for the New York Cosmos
Episode: Mickey Niblock- being replaced by Pele At New York Cosmos. Derry, Cork, GAA, approaching 80 Total faith. Life
Dara Ó Cinnéide
Kerry All-Ireland-winning captain, club chairman, and television pundit
Gaelic Athletic Association
Episode: Dara Ó Cinnéide- All-Ireland winning Kerry captain. Turning 50. Life
Ger Houlahan
Former All-Star and Armagh Gaelic footballer, television pundit.
Episode: Ger Houlahan. All-star, TV pundit, Armagh captain, life is for laughing
David Coldrick
Match referee with experience in Gaelic football and insights into the new rules.
Episode: David Coldrick- it's time to mic-up referees
Tony Scullion
Former dairy captain, Gaelic footballer, and four-time All-Star
Derry GAA
Episode: Tony Scullion- The life & times of a footballing giant
Kevin Penrose
Gaelic footballer from County Tyrone, currently living in County Meath, who is openly gay and speaks about his experiences as an LGBTQ+ athlete.
Episode: Coming out as a gay male Gaelic footballer
Mary Hulgraine
Kildare goalkeeper who has overcome addiction.
Episode: Mary Hulgraine. Surviving addiction & faith

Hosts

Thomas Niblock
Host of The GAA Social.
Oisín McConville
Co-host of The GAA Social, analyst, and Gaelic football player.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 1.4k ratings
  • The best Gaa / Chat show out there

    Great show, brilliant content. Presenters that know how to drags things out of people. Well done to all involved.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Colmk10
    United Kingdom3 months ago
  • Tony Scullion

    Really enjoyed listening to Tony. He was a hero to me growing up as a young fullback. Good luck and good health Tony. Barry O Shea

    Kerry

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Barry O Shea
    Ireland6 months ago
  • Great Listen.

    Fantastic Podcast!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Paul-Coleman
    United Kingdoma year ago
  • Podcast

    What a podcast Margaret mcconville I was very moved by your honesty what a woman to come true what you have been through Oisín is a credit to ye but your a credit to him Neil the dub

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    nigiler
    Irelanda year ago
  • Brilliant

    It’s just brilliant it’s great to a gaa podcast

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    shing ning 420
    Ireland2 years ago

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Listeners praise the authentic storytelling and insightful discussions about athletes' personal and professional lives.
The humor and camaraderie between the hosts resonate well with the audience, creating an engaging atmosphere.
Fans enjoy the in-depth analysis of matches and tactics, valuing the hosts' expertise in the sports arena.
Many appreciate the emphasis on mental health awareness, providing a platform for deeper conversations that matter to the community.

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Apple Podcasts
#137
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Talking Points

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The quarter-final preview & being a manager
Q: Why do you do it?
The positives are the opportunity to work with these lads and the opportunity to see, can you improve them?
The quarter-final preview & being a manager
Q: Is it the last game of you as a club manager?
I understand that my term is over, and I realize my role as an inter-county manager is quite selfish.
Ray Cosgrove. Dublin superstar, walking away under Tommy Carr. Dubs 2025. Missing that free
Q: So how did you deal with that?
It was absolutely brutal, but I had to pick myself up and focus on my club.
Ray Cosgrove. Dublin superstar, walking away under Tommy Carr. Dubs 2025. Missing that free
Q: What's your saying something considering some of the games you had?
That game against Armagh was one of my best performances, despite missing the crucial free.
Ray Cosgrove. Dublin superstar, walking away under Tommy Carr. Dubs 2025. Missing that free
Q: How does it feel just sitting with Oisín here?
It's a great feeling, but I can't help but remember the missed free from 2002.

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Stories from Gaelic Games come alive through engaging conversations that feature a mix of in-depth interviews with players, managers, and officials. The discussions cover a wide range of topics, from personal experiences in the sport to insightful analysis of current matches and events within Gaelic football and hurling. Beyond just tactics and performances, the podcast often addresses mental health issues, addiction, and the emotional struggles faced by athletes, offering a holistic view of the lives of these sports figures. Listeners can expect authentic storytelling and camaraderie, showcasing not only the athletic prowess but also the resilience and character of individuals involved in Gaelic Games.

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The GAA Social launched 4 years ago and published 215 episodes to date. You can find more information about this podcast including rankings, audience demographics and engagement in our podcast database.

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Recent guests on The GAA Social include:

1. Owen Mulligan
2. Johnny Glynn
3. Mickey Niblock
4. Dara Ó Cinnéide
5. Ger Houlahan
6. David Coldrick
7. Tony Scullion
8. Kevin Penrose

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