This is the most powerful episode of the GAA Social. Oisin McConville & Thomas Niblock take in the remarkable story of Armagh Gaelic footballer Aoife Lennon.

The former NI soccer international explains how anorexia almost ended her life and continues to have an influence on her daily and sporting day-to-day. Afraid of pasta, anxiety and a menstrual cycle that's been missing for a decade. These challenges, folllowed the suicide of Aoife's father, when she was just 13-years-old.

This is a story of resilience, openness and the GAA Social shines a light on critically important conversations. Aoife explains her story before Thomas and Oisin unpick and explore a world we know very little about.

It’s not just female sportspeople. There’s growing evidence, suggesting eating disorders are changing the lives of male sports stars. Why is this and what can be done to help?

It’s different- but it’s powerful. Mega respect to the brilliant Aoife Lennon, a role model we can all be proud of for sharing her incredible story.

Oisin McConville and Thomas Niblock reflect upon week three of the Allianz leagues.

Big wins for Roscommon, Dublin, Mayo and Monaghan- Derry revival continues and a clinker between Down and Fermanagh. The Podcast also reflects on Jarlath Burns election to the Presidency of the GAA and what it means moving forward. Oisin doubles down on the differences between North & South!

Conn Kilpatrick opens the can on Tyrone and discusses one of the most asked questions in Gaelic Games- why does everyone hate Tyrone? Oisin McConville, Thomas Niblock & Conn try to work out the answer. That's the fun bit- Rocky IV is too!

With Conn there's also a serious story. An accomplished footballer, an All-Ireland winner- an addict. recovering from gambling- and failing. It's been a challenging journey for Conn, but his recent impressive form with Tyrone perhaps shows the 'Good place' he sits both on and off the pitch. He's determined for more. Brutally honest and open- it's another brilliant episode of the GAA Social.

Today’s GAA Social is something different. Omagh CBS Won their 5th MacRory Cup title on Sunday. Immediately after the game, players of the team and management join Thomas Niblock for a unique insight into the biggest sporting day for young Gaelic footballers. What it takes, why it means so much and immediate reaction, recorded just moments after winning the match.

In a revealing episode of the GAA social- Allstar and 2022 Ulster winning captain Chrissy McKaigue reveals he was going to walk away from the Derry squad- just weeks before a first championship title in almost a quarter of a century.

In a personal and brilliant episode of the podcast, McKaigue believes Derry are good enough to win an All-Ireland, his relationship with other club players, how that’s changed and relives 'that' point scored by Paddy McBrearty in 2021- dumping Derry out of the championship.

McKaigue is no longer the captain, he explains his feelings towards that decision. There’s Jim Gavin and the inside track on the real Mickey Moran. We dig into the real Rory Gallagher and what he’s really like behind the scenes. Perhaps not what you'd expect. It’s a fascinating insight.

Professionally, Chrissy has quit his job as a teacher and is now a full-time GPO for Slaughtneil. How did that come about? Who pays for it? It's a model that other clubs will develop.

Raw, deep and uncut. Chrissy McKaigue, like you've never heard him before, in the GAA Social with Thomas Niblock & Oisin McConville.

The weekend reviewed- and Oisin loses the battle of Crossmaglen

Felt like championship in Armagh. Natalie McNally remembered on an extraordinary day with a remarkable comeback. Worrying signals for Monaghan and Donegal- Oisin make his call on who will drop from division one. Derry going well, a great win for Down (In perhaps a strange way) Cavan for promotion, Meath & O’Rourke’s comments and Cork begin to shine. Kerry cruising- but Roscommon are top of the tree!

Cork hurlers against Limerick was one of those special nights in the Allianz league- and it wouldn’t have taken much more for Antrim to achieve one of those special days in Belfast- but it didn’t happen. Kilkenny prevail. The immense Billy “Vice grips” Drennan

It’s the GAA Social lite- your Monday fix of the main talking points and the randomness of twitter messages. Joe From Co Derry has perhaps the most unique tweet of the weekend. We love a PA announcement in Ardee.

All wrapped up with Oisin McConville and Thomas Niblock on the GAA Social. A bit of craic too

Jarlath Burns is aiming to become GAA President. For 1 hour Thomas Niblock asks him about what changes he’d introduce, aims for the association and going again after failing to be elected three years ago.

There are issues. Jarlath gives a unique insight into GAA thinking around the Glen-Kilmacud debacle.

If Jarlath is elected, he becomes the first President from North of the border in almost 30 years. Perhaps not extraordinary- but significant. Orangemen in his school, an interest in British culture and making the GAA more open to Unionist inclusion. It’s a fascinating insight.

What else? The underage grades- they’re going to change and that will delight most people.

Oisin McConville challenges Jarlath, his thoughts on where the GAA could be improved and the future ahead of us all.

It’s frank, insightful and a brilliant episode of the GAA Social.

Emotional day in Ballybofey as the All-Ireland champions start 2023 with a defeat. There’s also no need for Tyrone to panic. When one Shane Walsh isn’t enough and the madness of modern day goalkeeping- it’s here to stay.

We have all the analysis from the opening league games in the new GAA season.

Also, In his first Allianz league game as manager Oisin McConville talks through his first game in charge- a draw with Carlow and looks forward (well, sort of) to meeting his old friend and teammateTony McEntee who brings Sligo to Aughrim. Tweet Jibes, mind your own business and lots of love to Joe. It's the Monday GAA Social

Late last year Michael Murphy shocked the GAA world by announcing his retirement. Rumours circulated. In this episode of the GAA Social, the former Donegal captain sets the record straight. He's one of the most well-known, gifted footballers of a generation- but someone we know very little about. Michael joins Thomas Niblock & Oisin McConville to talk about drive, joining the BBC team as an analyst, Donegal underachievement and becoming Donegal manager some day? We're not so sure. Benny Coulter, Tyrone, that game against Dublin that shocked the sport, wedding days and remarkably Oisin is more tight lipped when it comes to talking about Wicklow. Entertaining and insightful- a unique insight into one of the sports greats. The GAA social is back!

Oh, and both men pick their winners for the provincial and All-Ireland championships! Blood is thicker than water!!

The GAA Social is back!

First- it’s Michael Murphy. The former Donegal captain shocked just about everyone in announcing his retirement. In his first in-depth broadcast interview, to be published later this week he explains all. This podcast however is talking about the biggest story in gaelic games- The All-Ireland club final.

Objection in- Kilmacud & Glen- will we see a replay? The boys have their say, and don’t hold back.

It is great to be back!!