The GAA Social

Margaret McConville. The Troubles, Oisin & losing a son


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When we stopped recording, videographer Tristan turned to Thomas and said 'I don't think there's many we've done as powerful as that?" We think he’s right.

We've been trying to record this podcast for two years, today we finally can bring it to our listeners. It’s different and challenges a few boundaries. For a son to ask questions to his mother, on a podcast, around sensitive areas, is strange, but it’s powerful.

We hope you can appreciate and enjoy one of the kindest, most generous and authentic people anyone could meet.

Margaret McConville is one of those unique, remarkable people you rarely come across in life. Raring a family in what felt like a war zone- but losing a young son in the tranquillity of Donegal. It's taken a toll, but the attitude of Margaret is inspiring. Football and family is key. There's grand-children and great grand-children now. All of them adore Margaret.

Oisin had a well-publicised gambling problem, but there was another side Margaret had to face. At one stage in this podcast, we almost feel like we're eve-dropping on an intimate private conversation between mother and son. They’ve allowed us in.

Oisin also explores his different childhood and why he’s so passionate in helping others. It would be easier to walk away.

It's Oisin's mummy- on the GAA Social. The beautiful Margaret McConville, 88 years young!

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