Ladies Gaelic Football on FinalWhistle
Ladies Gaelic Football on FinalWhistle
Podcast Description
Ladies Gaelic Football on FinalWhistle is your go-to weekly podcast for all things Ladies Gaelic Football, from Senior showdowns to Junior journeys and everything in between. Join host Diarmuid Kearney as he’s joined by two of the game’s brightest and most insightful voices—Leitrim’s All-Ireland Intermediate champion Clare Owens and Fermanagh’s 2024 Junior champion and AFLW (Carlton & Essendon) alum Joanne Doonan.
Each week, Clare and Joanne bring their first-hand experience as recent title winners, sharing insider stories from the dressing room and the pitch, offering unique perspectives on the game’s biggest moments, and breaking down the action from across the country. Whether you’re following the Senior championship drama, rooting for your county in the Intermediate, or want the inside track on Junior surprises, you’ll find it here—with plenty of laughs, honest opinions, and the latest updates.
Expect candid chats, player interviews, predictions, and a fresh look at the women who make Ladies Gaelic Football one of Ireland’s most exciting and fast-growing sports. With Diarmuid guiding the conversation and champion guests who know what it takes to win, this is the only podcast you’ll need for the 2024 Championships and beyond.
Tune in every week for stories, analysis, and a bit of craic from some of the best voices in the game.
Podcast Insights
Content Themes
The podcast focuses on all aspects of Ladies Gaelic Football, with themes covering championship breakdowns, player performances, and insider stories. Episodes feature discussions on recent games such as the Quarter Finals, the clash between Leitrim and Dublin, and personal narratives from players like Kerry defender Emma Costello and her return after maternity leave.
Ladies Gaelic Football on FinalWhistle is your go-to weekly podcast for all things LGFA, from Senior showdowns to Junior journeys and everything in between. Join host Diarmuid Kearney as he’s joined by two of the game’s brightest and most insightful voices, Fermanagh’s 2024 Junior champion and AFLW (Carlton & Essendon) alum Joanne Doonan, and All-Ireland winning player and manager with Antrim Emma Kelly.
Each week, Joanne and Emma bring their first-hand experience so whether you’re following the Lidl National League’s, Provincial Championships, Senior championship drama, rooting for your county in the Intermediate, or want the inside track on Junior surprises, you’ll find it here, with plenty of laughs, honest opinions, and the latest updates.
Tune in every week for stories, analysis, and a bit of craic from some of the best voices in the game.
Episode 27 of The Ladies Gaelic Football Podcast on FinalWhistle reflects on an unforgettable weekend of TG4 All-Ireland Finals, as the Junior, Intermediate and Senior deciders delivered drama, emotion and three deserving champions. It also brings the curtain down on Season 2 of the podcast.
Host Diarmuid Kearney is joined by Emma Kelly, while Joanne Doonan misses the season finale after heading on holiday following the Intermediate Final. Together, Diarmuid and Emma break down the biggest talking points from a memorable day at Croke Park.
The episode begins with the Junior Final, where Antrim edged past Carlow in dramatic fashion to reclaim the West County Hotel Cup. The panel analyses the key moments from a thrilling contest before hearing from match-winner Maria O’Neill, Player of the Match Lara Dahunsi, and captain Bronagh Devlin as they reflect on a famous victory.
Attention then turns to the Intermediate Final, where Roscommon completed a remarkable championship journey by defeating Fermanagh to end a 21-year wait for All-Ireland success. Diarmuid and Emma discuss how belief and momentum transformed the Rossies’ season, before hearing from captain Helena Cummins, Laura Mannion, and two goal hero Aisling Feely.
Finally, the podcast reflects on the Senior Final, where Galway defeated Kerry in more dramatic fashion to claim the Brendan Martin Cup for the first time in 22 years. The panel unpacks the defining moments of a dramatic finale before hearing from captain Kate Geraghty, Hannah Noone, Bronagh Quinn, and Louise Ward as they celebrate a historic triumph.
From tactical developments to defining moments and emerging narratives, the panel brings insight from both the dressing room and the press box as another unforgettable championship season comes to a close.
Expert analysis, player perspective, and everything you need to stay across the TG4 All-Ireland Championships, all at the Final Whistle.
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