Seana Kerslake and Lee Cronin (The Hole in the Ground Moive Special): Episode 287

Seána Kerslake stars and Lee Cronin directs the most talked about Irish film in years, The Hole In The Ground. In this bumper episode Jarlath meets them both individually to talk about their journey’s out of Ireland and back to make this box office smash. Jarlath announces the public release of season 1 of his new true crime podcast series Irishman Behind Bars - https://itunes.apple.com/ie/podcast/an-irishman-behind-bars/id1447878632?mt=2

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Kevin Doyle: Episode 286

Kevin Doyle scored hundreds of goals at the highest level before his career was cut short through injury. Kevin explains his journey from the League of Ireland to the Premier League and to the MLS.

Kevin speaks frankly about the relief he feels having dodged the social media demands that modern players live with (4:00), how there is always a negative player in every dressing room (14:00) and why the League of Ireland was the secret to his remarkable start for Reading (30:00).

From his fear of playing in England (23:00) to why he hated playing against Rio Ferdinand (1:02:00), how players are often treated like schoolchildren (59:00) and a fascinating discussion about whether or not heading should be banned from football (Patreon Extended Cut Only) and much, more, this is a thoroughly enjoyable conversation with a true legend of Irish football.

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Thomas Lennon: Episode 285

Thomas Lennon made his name as a member of The State, an early 90s sketch group that changed comedy in America. He has gone on to create and appear in movies and shows such as Night at the Museum, Memento, 17 Again, Reno 911 to American Dad, Bob’s Burgers and I Love You, Man. This year he took on a new challenge. Drawing upon his Irish heritage, Thomas has written a new novel about a secret rank in An Garda Síochána focused on solve peculiar and unusual crimes.

The conversation ranges from the birth of the idea for this novel to his hilarious story of road rage with a fantastic twist (44:00). We get a rare glimpse into the world of Hollywood movies where, as Thomas describes, leading actors are often signed up before a script is even written (40:00) and other scripts are completely rewritten during shooting with often disastrous results.

From Clint Eastwood's deliberately intimidating office artwork (25:00) to an incredibly chilling ghost story that he experienced first hand (52:00) and the challenge of picking yourself up after a writing a movie that flops (37:00) and much more, this is a rare conversation with a true comedy hero.

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Paul McVeigh: Episode 284

How do you go from being a Premier League footballer who is afraid of public speaking to then go and quit the game to face your fear? This week former Spurs, Norwich and Northern Ireland player Paul McVeigh tells Jarlath the truly incredible story of how he did just that.

Paul explains how he discovered the world of self-help when he wasn't making an impact in games (14:00), what it felt like to reach the weekly wage that he used to dream about (21:00) and the time Gareth Southgate once 'kicked the shit out of him' (3:00).

From the challenges facing gay footballers today (32:00) to the stress of modern-living (47:00), the ignorance of today's young footballers (1:01:00) and his fantastic tips for how to overcome negative self-talk (Patreon Extended Cut Only) and much more, this is a fascinating conversation with one of the best motivational speakers on the world stage.

Nick Frost: Episode 283

The Organ Donation Episode: Episode 282

Michael Conlan (Returns): Episode 281

Richard Dunwoody: Episode 280

Three-time Champion Jockey Richard Dunwoody is someone who many will be familiar with through horse racing but many will be unfamiliar with his incredible journey after his retirement.

Ronan Raftery: Episode 279

With roles on screen in Fantastic Beasts, Mortal Engines and Moone Boy, and on stage in the National’s production of The Silver Tassie, Ronan Raftery is a star on the rise.  This week he joins Jarlath for a conversation about the sad, funny and terrifying moments from his life story so far.

With hilarious detail, Ronan explains his dislike for the drama school (24:00), how he once starved himself for 36 hours in preparation for just one scene (Patreon extended cut only) and what it’s like working a 12 hour day with Peter Jackson to film just 4 seconds of magic (57:00).

From competing to be the worst alter boy in school (13:00) to the ridiculously challenging role of his character in The Rook (53:00), being 33 in an industry that is obsessed with youth (67:00), a hilarious story involving Ronan Keating and some tea bags (1:11:00) and much more, this is a thoroughly enjoyable chat with a true gent of the entertainment industry.

John Connors: Episode 278