Talkin’ Balls

Talkin' Balls - Episode 47

NBA Playoff Review and the WNBA! Mike is joined by Dex Brennan as they discuss the first weekend of the NBA Playoffs. Will OKC win every game by 50 points? Are the Cavs and Celtics destined to battle it out for the Eastern Conference Title? Are the Clips and Kawhi real threats in the West and are the Lakers in trouble against the Wolves? And, what is the Marketing strategy of the WNBA and will the League ruin the greatest growth opportunity it has ever been handed?

Talkin' Balls - Episode 46

Rory wins the Masters and the Warriors are a Play-In team?!? Mike is joined by Producer Extraordinaire, Eoin O’Connor, and they talk about Rory McIlroy’s triumph at the Masters and what it means to him and his fans. The lads also discuss the upcoming NBA Playoffs and why the Warriors could be dangerous - if they can get by the Grizzlies - and how on God's earth could the World Champion Celtics be considered ‘sleepers’?

Talkin' Balls - Episode 45

Lightning Pod! Mike flies solo and talks a little Hockey? Yes, Hockey. He also talks NBA Hoops, NCAA March Madness, Masters Golf and, of course, Baseball!!! And congratulations to 'JT', John Tone, for winning the Talkin' Balls 2025 March Madness Basketball Competition.

Talkin' Balls - Episode 44

Baseball Opening Weekend Recap! Mike sits down with Dex Brennan to discuss the opening weekend of the MLB Season and the impact that Torpedo Bats and technological innovations will have on the season and the future of Baseball. The lads also discuss PEDs in Baseball and what is wrong with Rafael Devers. Has he just become 'bad at baseball' or is there more to his historically horrid start to the 2025 season! GO PADS!

Talkin' Balls - Episode 43

We're Talkin' BASEBALL! Mike is joined by Todd Kay to discuss the upcoming 2025 Major League Baseball Season, some interesting story lines and, of course, PREDICTIONS! Are the Rangers going to get back on track after a disappointing 2024? Are the Dodgers destined to repeat and who mentioned the REDS?!? LFGSD!!!

Talkin' Balls - Episode 42

MARCH MADNESS! Mike flies solo and makes his picks for the NCAA Men's Basketball Tournament. Will UCONN threepeat? Will the SEC justify the 14 conference teams selected by the tournament committee? Or will it be the Aztecs bringing home their first ever National title? I can dream if I want! Listerners can also join our Tournament Challenge Competition with a chance to be a WINNER! Everybody loves stickers! Just click the link and make your picks - you've got nothing to lose, except your self esteem...
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Talkin' Balls - Episode 41

NBA Action with EO! Mike is joined by Producer Extraordinaire, Eoin O'Connor, and they talk about how Jimmy Butler is getting on in the Bay Area, how Luka is getting on in La La Land and how horrific it must be to support the Mavs and Sixers - who cares?!? The lads also discuss if the Cavs have a legit chance to dethrone the Celtics and why it's time for the Thunder to put up or shut up in this year's playoffs. LET'S GOOOOO!

Talkin' Balls - Episode 40

Super Bowl LIX Recap! Mike is joined by the Swami and the Chariman to discuss the disappointment of staying up to all hours of the night / morning for Super Bowl LIX and the magnificience of the Philadelphia Eagles. Simon and Dec also decide that it's time to 'blow-up' and rebuild the Lucky Chiefs whilst Mike has his eye on scoring tickets when the NFL visits Croke Park in Dublin this coming autumn. Let's GOOOOO!!!

Talkin' Balls - Episode 39

The NBA Trade of the Century! Mike is joined by Eoin O'Connor and they discuss the Luka trade to the Lakers. How could this happen? What are the Mavericks doing? How much does Dallas hate Luka, how could they give him away for so little and what does this mean to both the teams and the rest of the League? The lads also talk about other moves and what is happening to the Dubs? Is LeBron going to join Steph in the Bay Area? Eoin can but dream...

Talkin' Balls - Episode 38

Bountiful Baseball Bonanza! Mike is joined by 'LA Todd Kay' as they talk nothing but baseball including the Hot Stove action over the past couple of months, the biggest deals and why some Free Agents are still looking for a home. The boys also discuss Dodger Dominance during the off-season and finish up this epic chat with their views on the voting process for the Baseball Hall of Fame. Is it really broken or is Mike just yelling at clouds?!?