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Between the Stripes LOI podcast

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Between the Stripes LOI podcast coming your way each and every week with the very best in debate, big name interviews, and fixture previews/reviews from our co-hosts Kieran Burke, Jonathan Brier and Gary Reilly. Subscribe now on Apple podcasts, Spotify or your favorite podcast app. For more BTS content visit our website BetweenTheStripes.net.

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106:48

S10 Ep4: S10EP4: Gareth McGlynn, Louth Derby Violence...

Between the Stripes LOI podcast ·

2026/02/24

There's only one place to start this week as Kieran & Gary host an honest discussion on the dark scenes that marred Friday's Louth Derby. It's been an awful week for Drogheda United, with a public and bitter boardroom fallout taking its toll on manager Kevin Doherty, who we hear from on the show.We also hear from Gareth McGlynn as the former Candystripes chats all things Derry City. Cobh Ramblers manager Fran Rockett also features on a jam-packed pod. We've got a very busy BTS Hotline, the BTS

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86:11

S10 Ep3: S10EP3 Rain Rain Go Away

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2026/02/18

Another weekend of disruption isn't enough to stop Kieran & Gaz from rambling on about the League of Ireland for almost 90 minutes. Derry's less than convinving start, the late penalty given against Dundalk, Jon Daly's sluggish start at Waterford, and the opening weekend of the First Division are all covered in depth. As ever, there's the BTS Predictions League, BTS Hotline and BTS Charity bet. Sponsored by QuinnAv.ie and BAR 1 Betting. 18+, gamblingcare.ie

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117:34

S10 Ep2: S10EP2 with Jack Brady : Opening weekend...

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2026/02/11

The League of Ireland roared back into life last week, with late drama in Derry and Galway grabbing the headlines. That momentum took a hit on Sunday at the Aviva, though, raising fresh questions about hosting league games at the national stadium — something Kieran and Gaz get stuck into. Alongside our 2026 First Division preview and a chat with Treaty United goalkeeper Jack Brady, the lads also react to Roddy Collins’ comments on James McClean. There’s plenty more too, with a bumper BTS Hotline,

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111:59

S10 Ep1: S10EP1 with Alan Cawley!

Between the Stripes LOI podcast ·

2026/02/04

We're back with series 10 of Between the Stripes LOI podcast! Alan Cawley is our first guest of the year, as he runs the rule over the pack for 2026, and offers us an alternative title selection. Kieran & Gary reflect on the main lessons to be taken from the Presidents Cup, and offer their own views on what may be to come in the league this year. The BTS Predictions League and BTS Hotline are back, while we have a new charity bet feature with thanks to BAR 1 Betting. It's great to be back, we

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98:19

S9 Ep37: Season Finale with Oisin Hand

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2025/11/11

The curtain comes down on another season of the pod as Shamrock Rovers complete a historic double and Waterford FC secure their status as a top-flight team for 2026. Kieran & Gaz reflect on the year that was by dishing out their cup final and play-off reflections and their club by club season report cards, who were the star students and who flunked out? The BTS end of season and team of the year awards should spark a debate or two, while Oisin Hand is our final guest of the year. Hand

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126:37

S9 Ep36: S9EP36 Baz Murphy, Xmas Tree Chaos and Cup...

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2025/11/05

Our penultimate pod of the season is a big one — and maybe our best yet!Barry Murphy joins us to preview Sunday’s FAI Cup Final and reflect on a dramatic Premier Division campaign. Kieran and Gary dive into all the major talking points from the final day — from Rovers’ fifth title in six years, to Alan Reynolds’ candid response to fan criticism, Stephen Kenny’s struggles at St Pat’s, and plenty more. The BTS Hotline is buzzing like never before, plus we’ve got honourable mentions for Jack

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84:48

S9 Ep35: S9EP35 Statements, Statements, and More...

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2025/10/29

It's the final week of the season in the LOI Premier Division and everything is still up for grabs. Meanwhile, Dundalk are once again on the brink of implosion as a very bitter and public ownership battle plays out, the lads have their say. Sponsored by QuinnAv.ie

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85:18

S9 Ep34: S9EP34 Does Anyone Want Europe?

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2025/10/22

It’s another packed episode as Kieran and Gary open with a scathing assessment of Ireland’s lacklustre showing against Armenia. Did Bohemians act too soon handing Alan Reynolds and his staff new two-year deals before securing European football? And does anyone actually want those final European spots? The relegation scrap is heating up with Galway, Sligo, and Waterford all level on points, while the First Division play-offs are overshadowed by Mick McDermott’s bizarre exit from Cobh. All that and

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82:45

S9 Ep33: S9EP33 Lovely Lisbon & Dervin Delight

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2025/10/14

The lads are back from Lisbon and are keen to catch up on the latest LOI talking points from Dundalk's return to the big time to St.Pat's FAI Cup horror show and the launch of gov support for LOI acadmies. Dundalk Vice Captain Aodh Dervin joins us to reflect on the Lilywhites title success and how he aims to silence the doubters (us included) next season. Sponsored by QuinnAv.ie

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92:18

S9 Ep32: S9EP32 The Final Stretch

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2025/10/01

As the 2025 League of Ireland season enters the final stretch, Kieran & Gary break down Friday’s thrilling Dublin derby, John Coleman’s sacking, more unrest at Turners Cross, and the battle to beat the drop. In the First Division, Dundalk look to have one hand on the trophy – but how will they handle life back in the top flight, and will they be the only side going up? After finding their shooting boots in last week’s predictions league, the lads go again with picks for this weekend’s

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73:48

S9 Ep31: We're Sorry (Ft. Joey O'Brien & Kev Doherty)

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2025/09/24

We’ve got some making up to do after last week’s phantom episode — and we’re back with a bang. This week features fascinating audio with Joey O’Brien and Kevin Doherty. The Shels boss admits this season has fallen short of expectations as defending champions, while Doherty hits back at criticism over his side’s style of play.Elsewhere, the lads break down a hectic few days across both divisions, from Sligo’s revival to Galway’s decline and Waterford’s defensive woes. In the First Division, Dundalk

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33:21

S9 Ep30: S9EP30 with Steven Gray - Athlone Town CEO

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2025/09/16

Athlone Town’s newly-appointed CEO, Steven Gray, sits down for a frank and wide-ranging chat. The former LOI player and Shamrock Rovers academy coach gives his take on Colin Fortune’s controversial exit, the growing fan pressure on Ian Ryan, efforts to reconnect with the local community, and his plans to put the Midlanders on a sustainable financial footing.Unfortunately, due to technical issues, we can’t bring you our usual show this week. After recording late into the night, the lads discovered

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74:49

EMERGENCY POD - No Plan In Yerevan

Between the Stripes LOI podcast ·

2025/09/11

The lads are still fuming after Ireland’s disastrous night in Yerevan. Emotions are running high, and it’s gotten so bad that they’ve had to call an emergency pod. From the performance to the tactics (or lack of them), nothing is off-limits in this raw reaction. Sponsored by QuinnAv.ie

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80:29

S9 Ep29: European Euphoria & Remembering Ollie

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2025/09/02

This week’s episode comes with mixed emotions as we celebrate Thursday’s historic European achievements by Shelbourne and Shamrock Rovers, while also paying tribute to the late, great Ollie Horgan. Elsewhere on the show, Kieran and Gary clash on a few hot topics, including whether Josh Honohan deserves a place in the latest Ireland squad and Ciaran Kilduff’s comments on underage call-ups in the First Division. Tune in for passion, debate, and a look back at an unforgettable week in Irish

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90:56

S9 Ep28: The Greatest Day Of Our Lives?

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2025/08/27

Are we about to witness the greatest week in the history of the LOI? We certainly won't be viewing it on the national broadcaster anyway, but Shelbourne and Shamrock Rovers get the big game treatment on this week's Between the Stripes. It's a fiery BTS Hotline this week with Treaty United and Tommy Barrett coming in for plenty of flak from contributers after the Limerick men's 7-0 hammering at home to Dundalk. Sponsored by QuinnAv.ie

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98:07

S9 Ep27: S9EP27 Euro Extravaganza

Between the Stripes LOI podcast ·

2025/08/20

Two League of Ireland sides are just one step away from the Europa Conference League group stages, so we’ve called in the experts.Peter Cinnamond of the Kicking Match Irish League Podcast gives us the view from Belfast ahead of Shelbourne v Linfield II, while Kevin Fernandes from Long Ball Futebol breaks down what Shamrock Rovers can expect when they head to the Azores to face Santa Clara. Kieran & Gary also look back on the FAI Cup last 16, including an unlucky night for Longford in

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80:35

S9 Ep26: S9EP26 Gary in flying form

Between the Stripes LOI podcast ·

2025/08/13

Gary Reilly is in flying form on this week’s show, letting loose on a few topics – including the worrying surge in yellow and red cards across the LOI this season.Kieran’s mood is less upbeat following Shelbourne’s gut-wrenching European exit, while the lads dig into the reported rift between Jack Byrne and Stephen Bradley. We break down all the latest action from the Premier and First Divisions, and the BTS Predictions League heats up with the last 16 of the FAI Cup. Plus, the BTS Hotline

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83:23

S9 Ep25: Reds Reign in Rijeka!

Between the Stripes LOI podcast ·

2025/08/06

Red Reign in Rijeka🔴Kieran & Gary are back with almost-instant reaction to Shelbourne’s massive win away to Rijeka — one of the best Irish results in Europe? The lads break it all down and chat about where it ranks among the great Irish club results. There’s also post-match audio from Joey O’Brien, plus a look ahead to Rovers’ trip to Kosovo and Besiktas visiting Dublin to take on St Pat’s. And in a bit of a fiery debate, the lads discuss Stephen Bradley’s comments on the length of the LOI

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85:25

S9 Ep24: S9EP24 Brandywell violence, Cork condemned...

Between the Stripes LOI podcast ·

2025/07/30

We kick off this week’s show by addressing the disgraceful scenes of violence in Derry on Friday. On the pitch, Cork City’s decline comes under the microscope after last week’s dramatic live TV clash with a resurgent Sligo Rovers. Old friend of the pod, Enda Curran, drops by to chat about his return to Salthill Devon and the looming FAI Cup showdown with Galway. The former LOI striker also weighs in on the great summer vs winter football debate. There’s plenty more too – from the latest European

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72:52

S9 Ep23: S9EP23 with Dean George

Between the Stripes LOI podcast ·

2025/07/23

After breaking a 630+ day goal drought in the FAI Cup, Longford Town forward Dean George joins us for an honest and emotional chat. But this isn’t just about a long-awaited goal — it's a raw look at life in the First Division: battling injuries, mental struggles, and moments where walking away felt easier than carrying on. A powerful insight into the realities of part-time football.Elsewhere, Kieran and Gary review the FAI Cup weekend and look ahead to the return of league action and the latest

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