Talking Dogs on Thursday

Liam Dowling joins Barry to look ahead to the 2026 Con & Annie Kirby Memorial at Limerick Greyhound Stadium, following Ballymac Deniro’s impressive success in the T. Nolan CVRT Centre Juvenile Classic at Kingdom Greyhound Stadium.

Barry also catches up with David Flanagan after Blackstone Cola’s victory in the Deise Plastering Novice 730 Stake at Kilcohan Park, while also looking ahead to the exciting prospects in his kennel.

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Legendary trainer Paul Hennessy joins Barry after Coloursaregreen’s victory in the 2026 Tote Gold Cup Final at Shelbourne Park Greyhound Stadium.

Barry also catches up with Morgan Crowley ahead of the TIME Irish Cesarewitch Final in Mullingar Greyhound Stadium on Sunday, before speaking with Shane Rigney from TIME Greyhound Nutrition about the big race and their continued support of the sport.

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Barry chats to Hughie Keleghan, Chairman of the WGOBA in Galway, as excitement builds ahead of the Kilcolgan Castle Connacht Derby and a packed few weeks of top-class racing at Galway Greyhound Stadium.

Hughie discusses the strong sponsorship and the €9,000 winner’s prize, standout runners across the heats, and the welcome influx of leading trainers targeting the competition. He also looks ahead to growing membership numbers and the continued importance of local support in Galway.

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Caroline Collins joins Barry Drake on this week’s episode of Talking Dogs on Thursday to shine a light on Curraheen Park and the growing impact of the Curraheen Park Supporters Club.

Caroline speaks passionately about the vision behind the supporters' club and their sponsorship of racing locally in Curraheen Park to support their local greyhound community.

The pair also briefly reflect on the Cork Cup from last week, touching on the quality of competition and the significance of the event on the local racing calendar.

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Barry chats to two great guests this week. First up, he's joined by Tom Mullan following a brilliant run of form for the Mullan family kennels.

Tom chats about growing up in the greyhound racing and his life in the sport and recent success at Lifford, including Trainer of the Year honours.

Barry then chats to Pat Morrissey to preview a huge weekend of racing at Clonmel Greyhound Stadium.

A packed episode full of insight and top-class racing chat. Have a listen now.

Aaron reflects on his journey into greyhound racing, the importance of routine in his day-to-day operation, and the satisfaction gained from rearing, schooling and training his own dogs.

The pair also discuss a remarkable year that saw Aaron record 53 winners from just 211 runners, earning him leading trainer honours at Clonmel Greyhound Stadium.

A really engaging and insightful chat. Have a listen now.

Denis McGrath joins Barry Drake on this week’s episode of the podcast after a big Christmas success at Limerick Greyhound Stadium with Foxwood McGowan.

Denis chats about how he got involved in greyhounds, setting up near Nenagh, and the satisfaction of breeding and rearing his own dogs. The pair reflect on Foxwood McGowan’s run through the competition and a superb final performance to land the Con Murphy Bookmakers A1 525 Final.

A really enjoyable chat. Have a listen now!

Trainer Patrick Guilfoyle joins Barry Drake on this New Year’s Day episode of the podcast, following an exciting 2025 for the kennel.

Patrick takes us back to the start, getting the greyhound bug at a young age growing up around them and learning a strong work ethic from his parents. These days they are keen to pass on their experience and the Guilfoyle’s regularly welcome young greyhound enthusiasts into their kennels during their holidays to help them learn and hone their skills.

The duo chat through a magical 2025 which saw them achieve racing success up and down the country, topped off with Magical On Fire, the fastest Laurels champion, and most recently a Christmas Oaks winner.

A thoroughly enjoyable and insightful chat. Happy New Year!

This week, Barry Drake is joined by Berkie Browne to talk all things the Eric Browne Memorial Kingdom Derby, ahead of Friday night’s feature final at Kingdom Greyhound Stadium.

Berkie reflects on the opening rounds of the competition, standout performances from the semi-finals, and the quality of the six finalists chasing the €35,000 prize.

A passionate discussion on top-class racing, family involvement in the sport, and a big night ahead in Tralee.

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This week, Barry Drake chats with Tipperary trainer Vincent McKenna, fresh from a fantastic Fair Warrior victory at Mullingar Greyhound Stadium.

Vincent talks about Gem Friendly’s brilliant unbeaten run through the competition, her progression this year, and future plans as she steps up in trip.

He also reflects on a lifetime in greyhounds, the influence of the McKenna family, standout memories, and the exciting youngsters coming through his kennel.

A passionate greyhound man with a deep love for the sport, and plenty to look forward to in 2026.

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