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Joe, Conan and Ronan get the Friday feeling into this edition of Bits & Bobs, led off by news from the football world that United are changing their crest - Newcastle United that is. Man United meanwhile are Europa League final-bound against a Spurs team who were given freedom to enjoy their success by Ange. Meanwhile, we discuss how likeable the Dublin team of the 2010’s were, Conan and Ronan bring colour to Ulster championship day, and excitement builds for the return of the International Rules series. Email us at [email protected]

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Former English rugby player and current commentator Stuart Barnes joins Joe to further unpack Andy Farrell’s Lions’ selections and reflect on Leinster’s Champions Cup exit. They discuss how Blair Kinghorn could prove the perfect caveat to Finn Russell, why Owen Farrell’s omission may have been the right call and where the Lions’ tour currently sits amongst the hearts and minds of rugby fans. Barnes also dissects Leinster’s Champions Cup semi final loss to Northampton, the Irish side’s tendency to crumble under expectation and his thinking surrounding their decision not to go for the posts in the closing moments of the game. Rugby on Indo Sport is sponsored by Energia

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Rúaidhrí O’Connor dials in from the 02 Arena in London where Andy Farrell has named a record-setting 15 Irish players in his Lions squad. Cian Tracey also joins Joe in studio as we break down the main talking points from his selections - from Maro Itoje being made captain, to Sam Prendergast and Owen Farrell both being left out. Rugby coverage on Indo Sport is brought to you by Energia. Subscribe to our YouTube channel @IndoSportPodcast

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With packed out crowds set to flock to this weekend's Ulster & Leinster football finals, Colm Keys & Martin Breheny join Joe to look ahead to how events may unfold in Clones & Croke Park. Firstly, with news that the Camogie Association is set to call a Special Congress later this month to give players the option of wearing shorts on matchdays, former Cork & Dubin star Sarah O'Donovan gives her assessment of the ongoing skorts controversy, and to warn why any prospective administrative change may not be the foregone conclusion some might think.

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Zhao Xintong made history as both the first amateur player and first Chinese player to win the World Snooker Championship, as he impressively dominated a raft of star names en route to the crown. Former World Champion Ken Doherty joins Joe to recap that historic triumph, the scintillating play which made it possible, and the context of the match-fixing case which cast a shadow over his earlier career. The lads also discuss the styles of play which flourish in the modern game, the potential staying power of elder statesmen like Mark Williams & Ronnie O'Sullivan, and whether the tournament's future will remain in Sheffield.

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Daniel McDonnell joins Conor & Joe for a Tuesday edition of Bits & Bobs, coming off the back of a war of words between the League of Ireland's two most high-profile managers. The lads also break down the joy many are taking in Leinster's continued struggles in the Champions Cup, & talk about the skorts controversy that erupted in camogie over the weekend. If you'd like to get in touch with the show, email us at [email protected] ✉️ You can subscribe to our dedicated Indo Sport YouTube page here: https://www.youtube.com/ @IndoSportPodcast 📹

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Former Ireland coach Eddie O’Sullivan & Indo Sport's own Ruaidhri O’Connor join Joe to dissect Leinster's shock defeat to a primed Northampton. The lads delve into a loss laced with complacency, missteps, and puzzling decisions — not least Leo Cullen's preemptive call to leave Jordie Barrett on the bench. Also on the agenda are what the long-standing ramifications might be for the Leinster project following another Champions Cup hiccup, and the extent to which Saturday's defeat gives the Lions coaching ticket pause for thought. If you'd like to get in touch with the show, email us at [email protected] ✉️ You can subscribe to our dedicated Indo Sport YouTube page here: https://www.youtube.com/@IndoSportPodcast 📹

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Will Slattery is joined in studio by former Ireland goalkeeper David Forde to discuss his unlikely career that saw him become the oldest player to make his competitive debut for the Boys in Green. David explains the serious anger issues he had to overcome during his career, what it was like playing for Millwall at The Den and looks back on his time with Roy Keane in the Ireland setup. Our football coverage on Indo Sport is brought to you by Sky Sports.

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Joe, Will and Conor bring the Friday feeling to Bits and Bobs, where Rory McIlroy’s appearance on Jimmy Fallon is fresh in mind as the Masters champion continues his era of glory. The team also reply to your emails, react to Harry Maguire’s change in fortunes, Chris Eubank Sr’s revelation, and break down one of America’s most unusual stories - Bill Belichick and his 24-year-old girlfriend and publicist. Email us at [email protected]

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Joe is joined in studio by Philly McMahon to break down Dublin's shock loss to Meath and assess the football championship ahead of the provincial finals. Philly pinpoints the defensive problems that contributed to Dublin's downfall, assesses Donegal's All-Ireland credentials and then debates with Joe about whether the new kickout rules are good for the game. Our GAA coverage on the Indo Sport podcast is brought to you by AIB.

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