Under Construction with Chadwicks

By Under Construction with Chadwicks

Donncha O’Callaghan chats and has the craic with industry insiders, gets great tips on how to improve business and takes a peek behind the scenes at Chadwicks.... more

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How many episodes does Under Construction with Chadwicks have?

The podcast currently has 48 episodes available.

Under Construction with Chadwicks episodes:

May 14, 2025 S5Ep5: Comedy Icons Pat McDonnell & Bernard O'Shea talk Father Ted, Stand-Up & More
In this episode of Under Construction with Chadwicks, host Donncha O’Callaghan sits down with two icons of Irish comedy—Patrick McDonnell and Bernard O’Shea.

As Father Ted marks its 30th anniversary this year and Naked Camera turns 20, we’re celebrating the shows and characters that have defined a generation of Irish humour.

Patrick takes us behind the scenes of playing the unforgettable Eoin McLove in Father Ted, and shares the madness of creating Naked Camera, one of Ireland’s most outrageous comedy shows. Bernard reflects on his time writing and performing on Republic of Telly, the hit show that pushed boundaries and brought a new wave of comedy to Irish screens.

Together, they explore how comedy has changed over the years—from TV classics to the world of social media—sharing stories from the road, the stage, and behind the camera.

🎙️ Whether you grew up watching these shows or are just discovering them, this episode is packed with laughs, insights, and a celebration of Ireland’s comedy legacy.

Follow Chadwicks, Donncha, and the Guests:
🔗 Chadwicks Website: www.chadwicks.ie
Follow Chadwicks on
📲 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/chadwicks_ie/
📲 Follow Chadwicks on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@chadwicksie
📲 Follow Donncha O’Callaghan: https://www.instagram.com/donnchaocallaghan/
📲 Follow Patrick McDonnell: https://www.instagram.com/patmcdonnellcomedian/
📲 Follow Bernard O’Shea: https://www.instagram.com/bernardo.oshea/

🎧 Listen on all podcast platforms, including Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and Google Podcasts.

#ChadwicksPodcast #UnderConstructionPodcast #Podcast #IrishComedy #FatherTed #RepublicOfTelly #ComedyIcons
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57min
April 16, 2025 S5Ep4: The Dark Side of Gambling with Luke Loughlin & Áine Byrne
In this episode of Under Construction with Chadwicks, host Donncha O’Callaghan sits down with Westmeath GAA star Luke Loughlin and Áine Byrne from Bagenalstown Family Resource Centre - Luke opens up about his journey through gambling, drug & alcohol addiction and the long road to recovery. From the first bet where he won big to the moment everything changed, Luke shares the highs, the devastating lows, and the strength it took to turn things around. Alongside him is Áine, an expert in the field who’s spent years working on the frontlines in a resource centre, helping individuals and families affected by gambling harm. Together, they unpack the reality behind the addiction, the shame and silence that often surrounds it, and the hope that comes with support and recovery.

Follow Chadwicks, Donncha, and the Guests:
Chadwicks Website: www.chadwicks.ie
Follow Chadwicks on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/chadwicks_ie/
Follow Chadwicks on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@chadwicksie
Follow Donncha O’Callaghan: https://www.instagram.com/donnchaocallaghan/
Follow Luke Loughlin: https://www.instagram.com/lukeloughlin13/

Listen on all podcast platforms, including Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and Google Podcasts.

If you’ve been affected by anything discussed in this episode, support is available. You can contact Gambling Care at 1800 936 725 or visit www.gamblingcare.ie.

#ChadwicksPodcast #UnderConstructionPodcast #Podcast #Construction
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57min
March 26, 2025 S5Ep3: From Ballymun to the Big Stage with Willa White & Eric Lalor
In this episode of Under Construction with Chadwicks, host Donncha O’Callaghan sits down with two legends of Irish comedy—Eric Lalor and Willa White—for a chat filled with laughter, resilience, and a few unexpected turns.

From growing up in Ballymun to making audiences roar with laughter, Eric and Willa share their journeys from very different early careers—IBM for Eric, and a much tougher path for Willa—to finding their way onto the comedy circuit. They talk about their breakthrough moments in Des Bishop’s ‘Joy in the Hood’ almost 20 years ago, the highs and lows of stand-up, and the madness of Irish audiences.

Expect hilarious stories, hard-earned wisdom, and plenty of slagging as they reflect on their careers, the struggles they’ve overcome, and what’s next.
So, grab a cuppa and tune in for plenty of banter and a dose of inspiration from two of Ireland’s finest.

🎧 Listen now for a hilarious and inspiring journey from Ballymun to the comedy stage!

Follow Chadwicks, Donncha, and the Guests:
🔗 Chadwicks Website: www.chadwicks.ie
📲 Follow Chadwicks on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/chadwicks_ie/
📲 Follow Chadwicks on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@chadwicksie

📲 Follow Donncha O’Callaghan: https://www.instagram.com/donnchaocallaghan/
📲 Follow Willa White: https://www.instagram.com/willawhitecomedy/
📲 Follow Eric Lalor: https://www.instagram.com/ericlalor/

🎧 Listen on all podcast platforms, including Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and Google Podcasts.

📩 Drop your thoughts in the comments. What do you think is next for the Irish Comedy scene?

#IrishComedy #Comedy #Irish #Ireland #Comedians #ChadwicksPodcast #UnderConstructionPodcast #Podcast #Construction #Banter

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1h
March 05, 2025 S5Ep2: From Underdogs to World Contenders: Alan Quinlan & Junior B Things on Irish Rugby’s Rise to Glory
Irish rugby has gone from empty stands to packed stadiums in just a few decades. But how did it happen? In this episode of Under Construction, former Munster and Ireland legend Alan Quinlan and sports presenter Junior B join Donncha O’Callaghan to break down the key moments that changed everything.

From the amateur days of Jaffa Cakes and Coke before a match to the elite professionalism of today, this episode explores:

The moment Irish rugby turned professional and what changed overnight
How Munster went from 200 fans at a club match to 40,000 at Twickenham
The rise of schools rugby and why it now dominates the talent pool
The hidden advantages of Leinster's private school system
What the GAA can learn from rugby’s evolution
Is grassroots rugby under threat as the game becomes more elite?
Alan Quinlan shares hilarious dressing room stories and on-pitch clashes

Expect brilliant stories, honest insights, and plenty of laughs, including:

The time Ronan O’Gara got chased around the pitch mid-game
Why Jaffa Cakes and Coke were considered "nutrition"
How contract negotiations were completely random in the early days

A great listen if you're a die-hard rugby fan, a casual supporter, or just love a great sports story.

🎧 Listen now and discover the untold story behind Irish rugby’s rise.

Follow Chadwicks, Donncha, and the Guests:
🔗 Chadwicks Website: www.chadwicks.ie

📲 Follow Chadwicks on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/chadwicks_ie/
📲 Follow Chadwicks on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@chadwicksie

📲 Follow Donncha O’Callaghan: https://www.instagram.com/donnchaocallaghan/
📲 Follow Alan Quinlan: https://www.instagram.com/alanquinlan6/
📲 Follow Junior B: https://www.instagram.com/juniorbthings/

🎧 Listen on all podcast platforms, including Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and Google Podcasts.

📩 Drop your thoughts in the comments. What do you think is next for Irish rugby?
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53min
February 13, 2025 S5 Ep1: Inside the Champions' Mindset
Under Construction with Chadwicks is back for Season 5 with host Donncha O'Callaghan!

In episode one, Donncha sat down with Mark Coyle and John O'Sullivan from Shelbourne FC to dive into their incredible League of Ireland-winning season. They share insights on the team’s winning mentality, the hard work behind the scenes, and what it takes to lift the trophy. From key moments on the pitch to the bond in the dressing room, this episode is a must-listen.
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55min
July 17, 2024 S4 Ep10: Competing on Boxing's Biggest Stage with Jack Marley & Michael Carruth
In the season finale of Under Construction with Chadwicks host Donncha O’Callaghan chats to Irish heavyweight boxer and Chadwicks brand ambassador Jack Marley as well as the first ever Irish boxer to win Olympic gold, Michael Carruth. The episode launches as Jack completes his final preparations to compete on boxing's biggest stage and fight at the Paris 2024 Olympics, which begins later this month.

Jack, who began boxing at Monkstown boxing club aged 8 and is now 21, qualified for the Paris 2024 Olympics early, and has been preparing to fight at the games by completing three training sessions a day, five days a week at the Sport Ireland High Performance Unit for months.

Michael, who during the episode reflects on his own experiences competing at the Seoul 1988 Olympics and at the Barcelona 1992 Olympics, where he won gold aged 25, was described by Donncha as a ‘trend setter for boxing success in Ireland’. Michael’s advice for Jack ahead of Paris is to ‘focus on nothing but the matches’, and ‘believe that he can win’, as every boxer needs to.
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1h 6min
June 27, 2024 S4 Ep9: Modern Farming in Ireland: The Essential Trade Skills with John Hodnett and Glyn Egan
In this episode of our award winning podcast host Donncha O’Callaghan chats to farmer and carpenter Glyn Egan (‘Sheep Shepherd’) and Munster Rugby Player John Hodnett about their experiences of modern farming life.

Glyn, who is an eighth generation hill farmer on the Cork and Kerry border, first worked as a carpenter in Australia and New Zealand, before coming home to Ireland to help his father run their family farm. Glyn and his father now share daily unique insights into Irish farming life with social media followers from around the world on Glyn’s Instagram channel. Glyn’s Instagram, ‘Sheep Shepherd’ is followed by over 110,000 accounts and is growing by the day.

John on the other hand, grew up on a farm, but is not ready to swap his rugby boots for wellies just yet! While he loves farming life, John’s focus is firmly on his rugby career as well as upskilling in his spare time, and is currently completing a welding course.
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1h
June 06, 2024 S4 Ep8: The Soaring Success of MMA in Ireland with Coach John Kavanagh
In this episode of the award-winning Under Construction podcast, Donncha is joined by mixed martial arts (MMA) coach John Kavanagh. Throughout the episode, Coach Kavanagh delves into the crucial role he has played in fostering the growth of MMA in Ireland, including his own journey into the sport, switching career paths from engineering to opening his own MMA gym, Straight Blast, in 2001. Referred to frequently as a pioneer for MMA in Ireland, Coach Kavanagh also discusses his experiences training some of the world’s most successful fighters from their first foray into the sport at Straight Blast to competing in some of the biggest earning pay-per-view MMA events in history.

Donncha and John also discuss the importance of demonstrating resilience in the world of professional sport. Coach Kavanagh believes that dealing with losses can be tough for anyone starting in MMA, and he takes a considered approach for those who are beginning the sport. John encourages beginners to get out of their shells during training sessions which eventually leads to an overall positive attitude, allowing them to win, lose or draw fights and come away having learnt from each experience.
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1h 8min
May 16, 2024 S4 Ep7: The Influence of Comedy in Ireland with James 'Protein Bor' Doyle & Joe McGucken
In this episode host Donncha O'Callaghan is joined by social media content creator James 'Protein Bor' Doyle and actor & comedian Joe McGucken. Throughout the episode James and Joe discuss their perspectives on the challenges and opportunities of content creation in the digital age where people’s attention spans are so short. They also delve into the important topic of mental health among men and the drinking culture in Ireland.
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1h 8min
April 25, 2024 S4 Ep6: Inside the Julian Benson Foundation's Tranquility Project with Dermot Bannon
During this captivating episode, Donncha O'Callaghan, Julian Benson and Dermot Bannon give insights into the challenges they have faced transforming a ‘period building that needs a lot of love and attention’ to a ‘home away from home’ for CF families. Dermot also shares his thoughts on the number of buildings in Dublin which should be ‘reused better’, saying there are some ‘great’ derelict buildings in the city that are not being repurposed successfully like they are in other European cities such as Barcelona and Paris.

Dermot believes that ‘a lot of the city of Dublin has fallen into dereliction’ and that in Ireland, ‘buildings are let go’ instead of being renovated to live up to their full potential. He says it only takes twenty minutes to walk anywhere in Dublin city centre before you ‘hit dereliction’ and that while it is ‘tricky’ to restore a derelict building, it is ultimately worthwhile.

Dermot also speaks about the construction industry and believes that the government needs to do more to ‘protect skilled tradespeople’ especially at times when there isn’t work available for everyone. He also believes that there is a common misconception about careers in the trades industry, and that more needs to be done at second level, particularly through subjects such as engineering and wood technology (‘woodwork’) to educate students about what a career in the trades can look like.

Dermot shares the many positive benefits of working in different trades, as well as the skills it requires, such as creativity, problem solving, and teamwork. He feels that the government also need to ‘dispel the beliefs that some parents have about what education is’ and that completing third level education is a necessity, as it doesn’t suit all. Dermot Bannon also discusses the lack of women in the construction industry and how this issue could be tackled.
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1h 10min

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How many episodes does Under Construction with Chadwicks have?

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