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What’s the Story? Podcast

WTSpod with Danny & Mero
Donald Trump
Christmas
Manchester United
Paralympic Games
Ireland
Football
Wrestling
Mark Rohan
Hand Cycling
US Elections
Food
Comedy
Disability Sports
Cormac O'callan
Classification In Sports
Dublin
American Politics
Denis Law
Munich Air Disaster
Trans Rights

Multi award-winning podcast from Dublin, Ireland. Everyone has a story to tell...

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Latest Episodes

The lads chat summer gigs, the rise of Irish pop phenomenon CMAT, concert etiquette, and why some people seem determined to spend half a show queuing for pints instead of watching the band.

Then the conversation drifts towards the upcoming 2026 FIFA... more

The Enhanced Games, a bizarre cocktail of performance-enhancing drugs, elite sport, billionaire backed bullshit, and techno-utopian nonsense, landed in Las Vegas recently and delivered... well, not a whole lot.

To talk about the spectacle we’re join... more

YouTube

This episode blurb was written by Chat GPT because Danny had no sleep and wasn't able to. Thanks.

No guest this week just Danny & Graham going full old-man-yells-at-cloud mode. 😅

From Trump grifts and culture wars to Bertie doorstep disasters, Wor... more

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This week we chat to rockstar Richie Malone.

Like a lot of kids growing up, Richie idolised his favourite band, but unlike most Richie actually joined them!

For the last 10 years, he’s been carrying the torch for Status Quo’s legendary rock and ico... more

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Recent Guests

Bruce Wardrop
Scientist specializing in performance physiology; lecturer in sports and exercise science
South East Technological University (Waterford)
Episode: WTS 347: Bruce Wardrop on "The Steroid Olympics"
Richie Malone
Musician, guitarist who joined Status Quo and leads his own band
Status Quo (former guitarist); Richie Malone Band
Episode: WTS 345: Richie Malone
Richard Boyd Barrett
Deputy, Solidarity People Before Profit
People Before Profit / Solidarity
Episode: WTS 343: Richard Boyd Barrett
Niamh Foley
Humanitarian worker based in Ukraine
Episode: WTS 342: Kyiv: Caring through crisis and chaos
Alex Brock
Humanitarian worker with experience in conflict zones including Ukraine
Episode: WTS 342: Kyiv: Caring through crisis and chaos
Brandon Thurston
A sharp mind in the wrestling business, known for business analysis and legal insights.
Wrestlingomics
Episode: WTS 335: Brandon Thurston
Colin Judge
Two-time Paralympian table tennis player
Episode: WTS 334: Colin Judge PLY
Colleen Dulle
Vatican reporter and associate editor at America Magazine
America Magazine
Episode: WTS 333: Colleen Dulle
Donal Fallon
Social historian and presenter of Three Castles Burning
Three Castles Burning
Episode: WTS 330: Donal Fallon

Hosts

Danny Murray
Host of What's the Story? Podcast; co-creator and lead voice on contemporary Irish discussion and interview-based episodes.
Graham Merrigan
Co-host providing counterpoints, color, and political/cultural context; frequently drives conversation with guests.

Reviews

4.6 out of 5 stars from 132 ratings
  • The GOATS

    Only realising the lads paid me last year to put this review here & I forgot, so here it is now.

    Brilliant listen. Would recommend.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    AndyMc25
    Ireland3 years ago
  • Not Joe Rogan lite.

    This show is not, in any way shape or for akin to Joe Rogan.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Pob7619
    Ireland4 years ago
  • Love This Podcast

    Great podcast covering an eclectic mix of topics and featuring excellent guests

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Fiachraob
    Ireland5 years ago
  • Should be E rated

    Disgusting podcast

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    Garryowen House
    Ireland6 years ago
  • No Story

    Finally a pod for underrepresented lads....

    Oh dear...

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    Sablar
    Ireland7 years ago

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Engaging, wide-ranging conversations with top guests and strong host chemistry.
Not afraid to challenge guests and cut through hype with clear analysis.
Keeps topics accessible and fun while tackling serious issues.

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Talking Points

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WTS 344: Hilary McGann
Q: Is there even a modicum of a chance that all of this is playing out to disrupt midterm elections?
No, the discussion suggests the timing is strategic and about advancing positions rather than stopping midterms entirely.
WTS 342: Kyiv: Caring through crisis and chaos
Q: What similarity do you find between working in different conflict zones?
In each conflict, people are largely good to each other despite the horrific circumstances.
WTS 342: Kyiv: Caring through crisis and chaos
Q: How do you support your teams to get out in a safe way for both them and for the communities?
I focus on enabling safe access for teams to communities, ensuring they're protected while doing humanitarian work.
WTS 342: Kyiv: Caring through crisis and chaos
Q: What does it mean for you or Alex when you were there, and these are their day-to-day?
The everyday experience is marked by resilience and the desire to maintain normalcy despite the conflict.
WTS 335: Brandon Thurston
Q: Did the WWE board do enough during the initial allegations?
Thurston mentioned that according to plaintiffs, the board's investigation was deemed a sham.

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Two Irish hosts with a sharp, personable dynamic cover a wide range of timely topics—politics, sports governance, entertainment, and humanitarian issues—through candid conversations with guests from journalism, science, music, and activism. Episodes mix hard-hitting analysis with approachable storytelling, often weaving in personal anecdotes and timely cultural commentary. The show tends to balance skeptical takes on governance and public policy with accessible discussions about culture, sport, and current events, all delivered with humor and camaraderie. Noteworthy is the willingness to critique powerful institutions while spotlighting underrepresented perspectives and real-world impacts on everyday people.

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