I was thrilled when Paul Howard agreed to come on my podcast. He is one of Ireland’s most notable writers, and as you’ll find out in this chat, he’s humble, full of fascinating stories and sees life with open eyes. We talk about growing up in a working-class part of Dublin, the early days of his journalism career, and how observing everyday life helped shape one of Ireland’s most recognisable fictional characters.

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Muireann O’Connell is a staple in many people’s homes as the presenter of Ireland AM. Muireann joined me to chat about life in the public eye, live TV mayhem, growing up in Limerick, and the pressures and perils of social media.

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Rob Kearney is a former Ireland and British & Irish Lions fullback who spent nearly two decades at the top of international rugby. A two-time Grand Slam winner and key figure in one of Ireland’s most successful eras, he built a reputation as one of the game’s most dependable and intelligent players. In this chat, Rob talks about growing up on a farm in Louth, the pressure of playing for Leinster and Ireland, and the moments that defined his career, including the famous 2013 clash with the All Blacks. We also chat about life after rugby, family, and what he enjoys eating now that strict match-day diets are a thing of the past.

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