The Second Half: Presented by Podge & Popa (Bonus Episode 13)

How Is He Podcast | Ep. 82 This week the tables are turning and Podge & Popa are the one’s being interviewed! This week's guest - Shannon Redmond - has decided to take over the full episode because her 15 minutes on Shannon’s curveball wasn’t enough! .. A question box was featured on Instagram over the week to see what you wanted to ask us for the podcast, and we were flooded with questions - Podge & Popa haven’t seen any of the questions yet!

The Second Half: Presented by Podge & Popa (Bonus Episode 12)

How Is He Podcast | Ep. 81 Welcome back to the How is He podcast - With your hosts, Podge Doyle & Paul Popa Dowling, right here in Ampifi Studio, located in the heart of Carlow town. This week the lads are joined by a true Freebooters legend - Jack Poyntz - a man who’s been part of the club for over two decades. He played for Freebooters for 20 years, with the highlight of his playing career coming in 2008 when he helped the team lift the Leinster Junior Cup. He also represented Ireland i...

The Second Half: Presented by Podge & Popa (Bonus Episode 11)

How Is He Podcast | Ep. 80 Harry started playing pitch and putt at the age of 12 in Graiguecullen - Started playing golf at the age of 14 in Borris golf club these were the best days of his life (he recounts) He finished school and wanted nothing else only to become a PGA pro he started his apprenticeship in Carlow golf club where he done the 4 years under PRO Andy Gilbert. He then took the head pro role at Quinta do Lago in Portugal for 2 years before becoming the head pro & director of ...

The Second Half: Presented by Podge & Popa (Bonus Episode 10)

How Is He Podcast | Ep. 79 This week Podge & Popa are joined by John Kelly - A primary school principal. He has had a lifelong involvement in the GAA as a player, coach and administrator and more recently as an intercounty match official. John also holds an MA in Irish Regional History and he is a contributor to many publications including Irelands Own, RTE’s Sunday Miscellany and the Carloviana. John has recently published a book called the GAA Covered. A book that encapsulat...

The Second Half: Presented by Podge & Popa (Bonus Episode 09)

How Is He Podcast | Ep. 78 On this week’s episode, Podge & Popa step into the world of secrets, strategy, and suspicion, as they are joined by one of the stars from the Irish version of the worldwide hit show The Traitors. This reality TV show really has captivated the Irish public on RTE with more than 1.2 million people tuning in to each episode. Katelyn Divilly was a force to be reckoned with on The Traitors Ireland. Whether plotting in the shadows or keeping her cool under press...

The Second Half: Presented by Podge & Popa (Bonus Episode 08)

How Is He Podcast | Ep. 77 This Episode, live from Ampifi Studios, Podge & Popa are joined by Eoin Everard, a five-time All-Ireland champion in long distance running, Kilkenny’s first-ever four-minute miler, and the county’s first sub-14-minute 5K runner. He even managed to snag a Northern Ireland title along the way, though he admits that one was a bit of a random surprise! He is also a former European over 35s 3000m Champion and has represented Ireland from 800m to 10k over the years Eo...

The Second Half: Presented by Podge & Popa (Bonus Episode 07)

How Is He Podcast | Ep. 76 Today, Podge & Popa are joined by someone who’s had a remarkable year behind the camera. From starting out as an assistant to quickly making the leap to freelance camera operator, He has been right at the heart of some of the biggest sporting moments in Ireland. This year alone, he's captured the All-Ireland finals, the high-energy American football games, and even the clash between AC Milan and Leeds. Beyond live sport, he's also stepping into storytelling, and...

The Second Half: Presented by Podge & Popa (Bonus Episode 06)

How Is He Podcast | Ep. 75 This week Podge & Popa are joined by comedian Shannon Basso Gaule. Known for his sharp wit and unique storytelling, Shannon has not only been cracking up audiences here at home, but he’s also picked up awards all the way over in New Zealand. From local gigs to international recognition, his journey is as entertaining as his sets. We’ll be chatting about his rise in comedy, the craft behind the punchlines, and what’s next for him on stage. Shannon, welcome to the...

The Second Half: Presented by Podge & Popa (Bonus Episode 05)

The How Is He Podcast | Ep. 74 Shane O’Keeffe — IMRO-nominated radio presenter with KCLR, co-creator of the Kilkenny Comedy Club, and award-winning filmmaker with Dicemen Productions, whose Irish comedy The Hurler is streaming now on Amazon. But more than anything, Shane’s a wrestling fanatic. He’s behind the Wrestling Fan Wrestling Show podcast and YouTube channel, where he talks all things wrestling and produces documentries. When he’s not talking about it, he’s in the ring himself as his a...

How Is He Podcast | Bonus Episode 04

How Is He Podcast | Ep. 73 This week Podge & Popa are joined by a true stalwart of Irish football, Pádraig Amond. At 37, he's not just playing, he's leading—from the front. As captain of Waterford FC in 2025, he's once again proven his worth by topping the league’s scoring charts and taking home the Soccer Writers Ireland Player of the Month for July. He recently hit the 800-game milestone in what remains an extraordinary career. From relocating back to Ireland last year, signing a multi...