What's The Score

In this special episode, Harry Minogue and Sensei Brian Moloney. Together, they bring nearlya century of combined training across Karate, Kobudo, Kung Fu, Kickboxing, Kenjutsu, self-defence, meditation, and more.We explore the rich history of martial arts in Limerick, from the small local clubs of the 1970s to the thriving community that exists today. Harry shares insights into the evolution of training in the city, while Brian takes us through his extraordinary 40-year journey training across Europe and Japan under world-class masters.St Mary's Parish Men's ShedSocial media links:Music, Culture and Crafting right in the heart of the Medieval Quarter of Limerick City. We focus on Music, Events, Culture and Friendship.Follow us on our Socials!https://www.tiktok.com/@stmarysparishmensshedhttps://www.instagram.com/stmarysparishmensshedhttps://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100088182219630https://www.youtube.com/@StMarysParishMensShed

I chatted with Clara McGann, who is currently writing a comprehensive history of Breska Rovers AFC and its predecessor, All Blacks AFC. Clara’s project aims to bring together the stories, documents, and personal accounts that shaped the club over the decades, all in time for its 50th Anniversary in 2027. Throughout our chat, Clara shares her vision for the book and the wide range of voices she hopes to include—former players, managers, supporters, and anyone connected to the club, whether directly or through family ties. She also discusses the materials she’s gathering, from photographs and match reports to newspaper clippings and handwritten memories, all of which will help piece together a full and authentic narrative.If you’re listening and have a story to share or materials that might help bring this history to life, Clara would love to hear from you.

Owen O'Rourke joins me to review day one of the Ryder Cup and to go through the matchups for todays foursomes.We also chat a little about the "hostile" New York crowds at Bethpage.

Colum Cronin joins me to run through the storylines going into the new NFL Season. Can the Eagles repeat, who can take down the Chiefs in the AFC and how does THAT TRADE makes the Packers a serious contender.We also chat about Colums new podcast that's well worth a listen.

Owen O'Rourke joins me to run through this year's Premier League.We predict:Who will be in the top 4The bottom 3Pushing for EuropeSteady as she goes

Andrew Doyle, Founder & CEO of iQSports joins me to chat about coaching high school and collegiate football and also about his business, iQSports a destination for cutting-edge high school data and analytics, designed to revolutionise the way coaches perceive and strategise in the world of high school sports.

So who's going to win Sunday?Matt Hurley chats with me about not only the All-Ireland but also one of the most interesting football championships for a very long time.We'll also talk briefly about that Cork collapse.

Join me for a journey through 100 years of Limerick rugby history with Des Ryan and Stephen Ruschitzko, authors of "Limerick Lions - Limerick and the British and Irish Lions 1888-1988.In this fascinating chat, Des and Stephen reveal the incredible stories of the first nine Limerick men to represent the British and Irish Lions, from 1888 to 1988. These weren't just rugby players - they were adventurers, characters, and legends whose tales read like fiction.Highlights include: Charles Barrington from Murroe, the "Father of Irish Rugby" who wrote the rules William Roche's extraordinary WWII encounter with Rudolf Hess The alleged car theft that became rugby folklore (involving Mick English) Tom Clifford's heroic six-month tour of 1950s New Zealand Why Colm Tucker played more for the Lions than Ireland The family connections and rivalries that shaped Limerick rugbyDes and Stephen also share insights into their extensive research process, working with players' families, and uncovering stories from an era when Lions tours lasted six months and took players to the far corners of the world - from Australia and New Zealand to Sri Lanka, Canada, and Kenya.Whether you're a rugby fanatic or simply love great Irish stories, this episode offers a unique window into Limerick's proud sporting heritage and the characters who helped write rugby history."Limerick Lions - Limerick and the British and Irish Lions 1888-1988" is published by TTT Press and available from July 1st, 2025.