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Under Construction with Chadwicks

Under Construction with Chadwicks

Donncha O’Callaghan chats and has the craic with industry insiders, gets great tips on how to improve business and takes a peek behind the scenes at Chadwicks.

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55:35

S5Ep12: Future-Proof Skills: Why the Trades Will...

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2025/10/29

In this episode of Under Construction with Chadwicks, Donncha sits down with two thought leaders shaping the conversation about the future of work — Lollie Mancey and Conor Kearney.Lollie Mancey is an educational provocateur with a wealth of entrepreneurial experience. She leads the Postgraduate Certificate in Creativity, Innovation and Entrepreneurship and the Graduate Certificate in Digital Transformation, Technology & Resilience, helping learners prepare for the ever-evolving world of

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57:45

S5Ep11: Straight Outta the West with Alan Clarke &...

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2025/10/01

In this episode of Under Construction with Chadwicks, host Donncha O’Callaghan welcomes two of the West’s funniest voices—Alan Clarke and Owen Colgan.Alan, a Mayo-born content creator, podcaster, and author with over 200k followers, has gone from the carpentry trade to DJing to hosting the Big News Podcast. Owen, star of The Hardy Bucks, has carved out a career in stand-up and podcasting while sharing his trademark humour about rural life, masculinity, and a touch of DIY on the

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51:12

S5Ep10: From Calves to Content: Sophie Bell & Fin...

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2025/09/03

In this episode of Under Construction with Chadwicks, host Donncha O’Callaghan sits down with two of Ireland’s brightest young voices in modern farming—Sophie Bell and Fin Walsh.Sophie, a Cavan-based farmer with over 130k followers across Instagram and TikTok, shares her passion for animal care, rearing dairy heifers, and how she’s using digital marketing skills to connect a new generation with rural life. Fin, a dairy farmer from Limerick working alongside his dad and brothers, has built a

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54:30

S5Ep9: Pat Shortt & Faye Shortt: Comedy, Characters &...

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2025/08/13

Irish comedy legend Pat Shortt and his daughter Faye Shortt join Under Construction for a hilarious and heartfelt conversation. From unforgettable improv moments and epic breakfast roll tales to behind-the-scenes stories from Father Ted and their viral D'Unbelievables sketches, Pat and Faye share the craft, chaos, and charm behind their comedy.Topics include: How Pat & Faye developed their comedic style The magic of improv (and a few unexpected turns!) Building characters like Michael

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56:16

S5Ep8: No Boundaries: GAA Stars Going Global with...

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2025/07/23

In this episode of Under Construction with Chadwicks, host Donncha O’Callaghan sits down with two Irish sporting stars who’ve dared to step outside the familiar—and into the unknown.Vikki Wall, Meath LGFA legend turned AFLW premiership winner with North Melbourne, and Mark Jackson, Wicklow’s standout goalkeeper and NFL hopeful, join us to talk ambition, adaptability, and life beyond the GAA pitch. From kicking points in Croke Park to trialling for the NFL and switching codes to rugby

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47:44

S5Ep7: The Lost Art of DIY with Jamie Duff & Ryan...

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2025/07/02

In this episode of Under Construction with Chadwicks, host Donncha O’Callaghan is joined by content creator and DIY expert Jamie Duff and comedian Ryan Carrick—to explore a big question: have we lost the basic DIY skills of generations past?From converting horse trucks into tiny homes to learning everything from YouTube, Jamie represents the new wave of self-taught DIYers. Meanwhile, Ryan’s curiosity (and lack of experience) brings a fresh perspective—and a few laughs. They dive into the gap

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57:34

Dublin vs Mayo: Inside GAA’s Greatest Rivalry with...

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2025/06/11

In this episode of Under Construction with Chadwicks, host Donncha O’Callaghan is joined by two legends of Gaelic games Dublin’s Philly McMahon and Mayo’s Keith Higgins —to discuss one of the game’s biggest rivalries Dublin vs Mayo.From All-Ireland clashes to club battles, we’re diving deep into the rivalries that have shaped the GAA. Philly and Keith know what it means to compete at the highest level—and how it feels to go head-to-head when everything’s on the line. Philly opens up about

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56:46

S5Ep5: Comedy Icons Pat McDonnell & Bernard O'Shea...

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2025/05/14

In this episode of Under Construction with Chadwicks, host Donncha O’Callaghan sits down with two icons of Irish comedy—Patrick McDonnell and Bernard O’Shea.As Father Ted marks its 30th anniversary this year and Naked Camera turns 20, we’re celebrating the shows and characters that have defined a generation of Irish humour. Patrick takes us behind the scenes of playing the unforgettable Eoin McLove in Father Ted, and shares the madness of creating Naked Camera, one of Ireland’s most

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56:08

The Dark Side of Gambling with Luke Loughlin & Áine...

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2025/04/16

In this episode of Under Construction with Chadwicks, host Donncha O’Callaghan sits down with Westmeath GAA star Luke Loughlin and Áine Byrne from Bagenalstown Family Resource Centre - Luke opens up about his journey through gambling, drug & alcohol addiction and the long road to recovery. From the first bet where he won big to the moment everything changed, Luke shares the highs, the devastating lows, and the strength it took to turn things around. Alongside him is Áine, an expert in the field

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59:27

S5Ep3: From Ballymun to the Big Stage with Willa...

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2025/03/26

In this episode of Under Construction with Chadwicks, host Donncha O’Callaghan sits down with two legends of Irish comedy—Eric Lalor and Willa White—for a chat filled with laughter, resilience, and a few unexpected turns.From growing up in Ballymun to making audiences roar with laughter, Eric and Willa share their journeys from very different early careers—IBM for Eric, and a much tougher path for Willa—to finding their way onto the comedy circuit. They talk about their breakthrough moments in Des

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52:15

S5Ep2: From Underdogs to World Contenders: Alan...

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2025/03/05

Irish rugby has gone from empty stands to packed stadiums in just a few decades. But how did it happen? In this episode of Under Construction, former Munster and Ireland legend Alan Quinlan and sports presenter Junior B join Donncha O’Callaghan to break down the key moments that changed everything.From the amateur days of Jaffa Cakes and Coke before a match to the elite professionalism of today, this episode explores: The moment Irish rugby turned professional and what changed overnight How

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54:16

S5 Ep1: Inside the Champions' Mindset

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2025/02/13

Under Construction with Chadwicks is back for Season 5 with host Donncha O'Callaghan! In episode one, Donncha sat down with Mark Coyle and John O'Sullivan from Shelbourne FC to dive into their incredible League of Ireland-winning season. They share insights on the team’s winning mentality, the hard work behind the scenes, and what it takes to lift the trophy. From key moments on the pitch to the bond in the dressing room, this episode is a must-listen.

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65:48

S4 Ep10: Competing on Boxing's Biggest Stage with...

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2024/07/17

In the season finale of Under Construction with Chadwicks host Donncha O’Callaghan chats to Irish heavyweight boxer and Chadwicks brand ambassador Jack Marley as well as the first ever Irish boxer to win Olympic gold, Michael Carruth. The episode launches as Jack completes his final preparations to compete on boxing's biggest stage and fight at the Paris 2024 Olympics, which begins later this month. Jack, who began boxing at Monkstown boxing club aged 8 and is now 21, qualified for the Paris 2024

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59:50

S4 Ep9: Modern Farming in Ireland: The Essential...

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2024/06/27

In this episode of our award winning podcast host Donncha O’Callaghan chats to farmer and carpenter Glyn Egan (‘Sheep Shepherd’) and Munster Rugby Player John Hodnett about their experiences of modern farming life. Glyn, who is an eighth generation hill farmer on the Cork and Kerry border, first worked as a carpenter in Australia and New Zealand, before coming home to Ireland to help his father run their family farm. Glyn and his father now share daily unique insights into Irish farming life with

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67:57

S4 Ep8: The Soaring Success of MMA in Ireland with...

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2024/06/06

In this episode of the award-winning Under Construction podcast, Donncha is joined by mixed martial arts (MMA) coach John Kavanagh. Throughout the episode, Coach Kavanagh delves into the crucial role he has played in fostering the growth of MMA in Ireland, including his own journey into the sport, switching career paths from engineering to opening his own MMA gym, Straight Blast, in 2001. Referred to frequently as a pioneer for MMA in Ireland, Coach Kavanagh also discusses his experiences training

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67:35

S4 Ep7: The Influence of Comedy in Ireland with James...

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2024/05/16

In this episode host Donncha O'Callaghan is joined by social media content creator James 'Protein Bor' Doyle and actor & comedian Joe McGucken. Throughout the episode James and Joe discuss their perspectives on the challenges and opportunities of content creation in the digital age where people’s attention spans are so short. They also delve into the important topic of mental health among men and the drinking culture in Ireland.

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69:53

S4 Ep6: Inside the Julian Benson Foundation's...

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2024/04/25

During this captivating episode, Donncha O'Callaghan, Julian Benson and Dermot Bannon give insights into the challenges they have faced transforming a ‘period building that needs a lot of love and attention’ to a ‘home away from home’ for CF families. Dermot also shares his thoughts on the number of buildings in Dublin which should be ‘reused better’, saying there are some ‘great’ derelict buildings in the city that are not being repurposed successfully like they are in other European cities such as

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68:51

S4 Ep4: The Rise of The League of Ireland with Roddy...

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2024/03/28

In this episode host Donncha O'Callaghan sits down with legendary football figure Roddy Collins and Bohemians Football Club captain Keith Buckley to discuss the exciting resurgence of the League of Ireland. Throughout the episode, the lads discuss the league's evolution, its growing competitiveness on the European stage, and the key factors driving its rise. Roddy also takes listeners on a nostalgic trip down memory lane, recounting his experiences at the iconic Dalymount Park and discussing the

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61:50

S4 Ep2: Self-Building and Home Renovations with Carl...

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2024/02/22

In this episode of Under Construction with Chadwicks, Donncha is joined by Cian Bonnichon, Sales Team Lead at Baumit as co-host and by guests, RTE 2fm presenter Carl Mullan & Interior designer and owner of the award-winning Coal Lane House, Stephanie O’Sullivan. Throughout the episode Carl and Stephanie discuss all things self builds and home renovations. They also share their experiences, challenges, and the joy of creating spaces that tell a unique story.

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60:03

S4 Ep1: Limerick Hurling - Creating a Dynasty with...

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2024/02/08

We love talking to people who get it done and Limerick Hurling Legends; Séamus Hickey, Shane Dowling & Tom Morrisey certainly know how to do that. The lads discuss the secret to Limerick's recent hurling success among other things. Host Donncha O Callaghan and Shane Dowling discuss punditry and tactics in hurling. The guys also discuss are Irish sports stars more comfortable being the underdogs? Does the tag of favourites sit heavy on the shoulders? We of course discuss the four in a row and the

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