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The Hurling Pod

OTB Sports
Limerick
Cork
Tipperary
Kilkenny
Hurling
Clare
Galway
Dublin
Waterford
Munster Championship
All-Ireland Hurling Final
All-Ireland Final
Hurling Championship
Wexford
GAA
Offaly
All Ireland Senior Hurling Championship
Kildare
Limerick Hurling Team
All-Ireland Hurling Championship

The Hurling Pod with James Skehill and Paul Murphy. Will O'Callaghan guides the lads through the biggest stories in hurling. New episodes every Tuesday

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Latest Episodes

All-Ireland winners Paul Murphy and James Skehill joined Will O'Callaghan to look back on Limerick's 11-point win over Galway in the All-Ireland Hurling final.

With 19 wins in 20 finals under John Kiely, and 6 All-Irelands in 9 years, is this team ... more

All-Ireland winners Paul Murphy and James Skehill joined Will O'Callaghan to break down where this week's final between Galway and Limerick will be won and lost.

The lads also share their memories of the build up of All-Ireland final weeks, and giv... more

All-Ireland winners Paul Murphy and James Skehill joined Will O’Callaghan to review the All-Ireland semis live from Croke Park.

Limerick will face Galway in a repeat of the 2018 decider. Aidan O'Connor's goal saw Munster champions Limerick snatch i... more

James Skehill and Paul Murphy. are back alongside Will O'Callaghan to look ahead to this weekend's All-Ireland semi-finals.

And James Skehill's special guest is a former teammate...

The Hurling Pod on Off the Ball with Applegreen - helping you rel... more

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Recent Guests

Dermot O'Sullivan
All Ireland winner, former hurler; guest on episode
Former All-Ireland winner
Episode: THE HURLING POD: "I'll crack an egg over my head if Clare win!" | All-Ireland winner joins the pod...
Johnny Glenn
Former hurler, guest on episode
Former inter-county player
Episode: THE HURLING POD: "I'll crack an egg over my head if Clare win!" | All-Ireland winner joins the pod...
Diarmuid O'Sullivan
Former hurler, known as The Rock
Hurling person, Cork
Episode: THE HURLING POD LIVE: Cork And Clare Coast Into Semi-Finals | The Rock Joins The Pod!
Paul Murphy
Hurling analyst invited onto the show
The Hurling Pod / Off the Ball
Episode: THE HURLING POD: Cork Progress From Munster | Offaly Hold The Cats | Dublin Rally Past Wexford
Alan Connolly
Alan Connolly, journalist/analyst quoted on TG Car
TG Car
Episode: THE HURLING POD: Cork just keep winning! | Vital win for Galway | O'Donovan blow for Limerick
Darragh Donovan
Darragh Donovan, Limerick player (injury update discussed)
Limerick
Episode: THE HURLING POD: Cork just keep winning! | Vital win for Galway | O'Donovan blow for Limerick
Tommy Rooney
GA correspondent for Off The Ball
Episode: ROAD TO CROKE PARK: Hurling Championship | Part Two
Willie Marr
Head of Hurling
Episode: THE HURLING POD: 'Cork are still capable of beating anyone' | 'How was no-one sent off at Parnell Park?' | Davy hits back at Sambo as Antrim go down
Willie Maher
National Head of Hurling
GAA
Episode: THE HURLING POD: Willie Maher on his passion for growing hurling | Make Leinster Hurling Great Again | McDonagh Cup is 'off broadway'

Hosts

Will O'Callaghan
Co-host and guide through major hurling stories with a knack for structure and engagement.
James Skehill
Host with strong on-air analysis and play-by-play style contributions.
Paul Murphy
Co-host and analytical counterpoint with expert punditry on games and tactics.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 647 ratings
  • Savage listen

    Look forward to this podcast every single week. Unbiased and balanced analysis/opinions and great craic too. Makes my long runs totally bearable. Well done lads🙌

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    cutter of grass
    Irelanda year ago
  • Murphy shines

    Paul Murphy’s analysis on the most recent podcast week 2 of 2025 championship was excellent.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    1974DreDren
    Irelanda year ago
  • Always worth a listen

    Excellent balance of non fanboy technical info mixed w humour & personality.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    conmulv
    Irelanda year ago
  • Unreal show!

    A must listen if you love hurling and Irish sport.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Seane88
    United Kingdoma year ago
  • 👌

    Top class analysis as per from Will and the lads 👌

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Colmc1
    Ireland2 years ago

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A must-listen for hurling and Irish sport fans.
Shines in analysis with recent championship insights.
Top class analysis with banter and energy.
Excellent balance of technical info with humor.
Savage listen: unbiased, balanced analysis and great craic.

Chart Rankings

How this podcast ranks in the Apple Podcasts, Spotify and YouTube charts.

Spotify
#32
Ireland/Top Podcasts
Spotify
#38
Ireland/Trending
Apple Podcasts
#41
Ireland/Top Podcasts
Apple Podcasts
#5
Ireland/Sports
Apple Podcasts
#79
United Arab Emirates/Sports
Apple Podcasts
#80
Saudi Arabia/Sports

Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

THE HURLING POD LIVE: Tipp are back...as All-Ireland champions! | Cork's collapse
Q: Were you sickened, James Skell, when you stood there in Crowe Park and Ronamara went up and collected the Liam McCarthy?
No, I wasn't. I felt happy for them.
THE HURLING POD: All-Ireland Final Preview | Can Cork cope with the pressure? | 'Tipp never went away' | Early All-Stars
Q: How does Cork's confidence affect their chances in the final?
Cork's confidence is a double-edged sword; while it boosts their morale, it also raises expectations that can lead to pressure.
THE HURLING POD: All-Ireland Final Preview | Can Cork cope with the pressure? | 'Tipp never went away' | Early All-Stars
Q: What has the experience of Tipperary players in previous finals contributed to their preparation this year?
The experience instills confidence and resilience, helping Tipperary deal better with pressure situations in the final.
UNLOCKED MEMBERS HURLING POD: 'I'm a better coach than I was a player' | Watching your matches back
Q: Do you ever watch back your own performances?
No, I don't watch back any matches, or if I do, it's for analysis purposes. My mindset is it's done, on to the next.
THE HURLING POD: Tony Óg Regan on setbacks, anxiety and unlocking potential | UL flawless in Fitz
Q: What are some key areas you focus on with performance coaching?
I focus on team identity, individual player values, lifestyle skills, and performing under pressure, while also ensuring management fosters a supportive environment.

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Fans get high-energy, opinionated analysis of hurling with a strong emphasis on tactical breakdown, player matchups, and behind-the-scenes stories from both the domestic scene and the diaspora, notably New York. Regularly features former players and pundits who bring insider perspectives on Cork, Limerick, Galway, Clare, and Dublin, plus discussions on management, rule changes, and the evolving structure of the game. A hallmark is fast banter, clear game-readings, and anecdotes from coaching, training logistics, and life in Irish sport communities, delivering engaging previews and post-match takes with a lively panel dynamic.

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1. Dermot O'Sullivan
2. Johnny Glenn
3. Diarmuid O'Sullivan
4. Paul Murphy
5. Alan Connolly
6. Darragh Donovan
7. Tommy Rooney
8. Willie Marr

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