Talkin’ Balls

Talkin' Balls - Episode 32

NBA Hoopla! Mike is joined by Producer Extraordinaire, Eoin O'Connor and Declan Brennan and they talk all things NBA basketball including the debacle that is the Bucks, the undefeated Cavs, Giannis joining the Warriors and the dumpster fire in Philly. They also discuss Jokic Magic, the future of the Grizzlies and is Chet better than Wemby? Let's GOOOOO!!!

Talkin' Balls - Episode 31

NFL Midseason surprises and a Rugby Autumn International Preview! Mike is joined on the podcast by the Swami, Simon Hand and The Chairman, Dec Delaney and they talk about what has surpised them from the first half of the NFL Season. The Swami just won't let got of his Chief's Threepeat Dream! The boys also discuss Ireland taking on some of the top Southern Hemisphere rugby nations as they begin their Autumn International Series against New Zealand on November 8th! Come on ye Boyz in Green!

Talkin' Balls - Episode 30

Baseball Bonanza! Mike is joined by special guest, Todd Kay, and they talk nothing but baseball! The lads discuss the passing of two icons of the game, Luis Tiant and Pete Rose, and their everlasting legacies - for better and for worse. We also talk about the NLCS and ALCS and the beauty of the game and what makes October the absolute best!

Talkin' Balls - Episode 29

Baseball Pennant Races and Self Policing! Mike is joined by special guest Todd Kay and they discuss self policing in baseball and why it's still an important part of the game. The lads also break down the MLB pennant races, predict who they think will make the playoffs, why the Orioles are no longer flying and the Tigers are roaring!

Talkin' Balls - Episode 28

NFL & MLB! Episode 28 welcomes special guest Dex Brennan to the show as he and Mike give their takes on Week 1 of the new NFL season. Dex fears for the Packers, is impressed by the 49ers and posits that, no matter how awful the quality of football the NFL peddles, fans will eat it up! The lads also talk about the remaining weeks of the Major League Baseball season and how the Mets are looking good to make it into the playoffs but will likely 'Metsy' it up on the season's final day.

Talkin' Balls - Episode 27

NFL Season Preview! Mike is joined by special guests, The Swami (Simon Hand) and The Chairman (Declan Delaney) and they discuss their predictions for the upcoming 2024-25 NFL Season. The boys select their Conference Champions and then focus on their Super Bowl prognostications, which centre 'chiefly' around the current champs, whilst Mike pushes his chips towards Motown. Let's GOOOOOOO!!!

Talkin' Balls - Episode 26

Baseball History Lesson! In this two part special Mike is joined by guest, Todd Kay, to discuss the most iconic Homeruns in Baseball History. And, in the second segment, Mike and Todd conduct a Draft of the Greatest Players in baseball history. So, have a listen and learn something! (How did I leave Stan Musial off my team?!?!?)

Talkin' Balls - Episode 25

The Silver Jubilee Episode (#25) features nothing but Diamonds!!! Mike welcomes special guest, Declan Brennan and they discuss Major League Baseball Awards and who should win the MVP, Cy Young and Rookie of the Year awards. The two also talk about each of the Divisional races and what teams will make the MLB playoffs!

Talkin' Balls - Episode 24

Tangent Land! Mike is joined by Producer Extraordinaire, Eoin O'Conner, and they discuss the Mens Olympic Basketball Tournament, Steph, KD, Lebron, Devin Booker, the Warriors and Steve Kerr! THEN, they talk about the Womens Olympic Basketball Tournament, Caitlin, World Basketball and LA28. The boys finish off an action-packed Podcast with an update on the NFL IPP and how Irishman Charlie Smyth is doing, as well as a quick look at MLB's hottest Division, the NL West. GO PADS!!!

Talkin' Balls - Episode 23

Olympic Basketball!!! In episode 23, Mike talks Olympic Basketball with special guests Todd Kay and Declan Brennan and why the depth and togetherness of the USA should see them flying home with Gold around their necks. (Yes, the Joker is awesome but one against 12 just ain't gonna cut it for the Serbians.) The lads also discuss how playing for one's country makes some players become superhuman superstars - we're looking at you Denis Schoeder. Let's GOOOOO!