Between The Stripes Loi Podcast

On this week's show: - Dublin Derby Review - Are Waterford really that bad? - Pressure mounts on Joey O'Brien- The key to Dundalk's success- Should we be worried about Drogheda? - Patrick McClean's takeaway tiktok - Underperforming Kerry FC - BTS Predictions League - BAR 1 Betting Charity Bet - BTS Hotline - Where next for Troy Parrott and why it shouldn't be ItalySponsored by QUINNAV.IE & BAR 1 Betting (18+, gamblingcare.ie)

Meath FC Chairman Mark Jacob joins the pod to lift the lid on the club’s ambitious plans to enter the League of Ireland, while we also bring you some fascinating audio from Tiernan Lynch and Ciaran Kilduff.Kieran & Gaz break down James McClean’s red card and debate whether he should be in the Derry squad right now. There’s also chat on Shamrock Rovers ominously hitting top spot, a massive Dublin Derby on the horizon, and a huge relegation six-pointer between Sligo Rovers and Waterford FC.Plus, the BTS Hotline is back with plenty of First Division reaction, including frustrated Bray Wanderers and Kerry FC supporters.Sponsored by QuinnAv.ie & BAR 1 Betting (18+, gamblingcare.ie)

Kieran & Gary reflect on a bumper Easter Weekend across the League of Ireland. James McClean's Insta outbursts are up for debate, as is the future of his Derry City boss Tiernan Lynch. Is Ciaran Kilduff the second coming of Stephen Kenny at Dundalk? Sponsored by QuinnAv.ie & BAR 1 Betting (18+, gamblingcare.ie)

Kieran & Gary try to pick up the pieces after Prague, but it's not easy. At least there's a bumper Easter edition of League of Ireland fixtures around the corner to help with the healing. Sponsored by QuinnAv.ie & BAR 1 Betting (18+, gamblingcare.ie)

Kieran & Gary can barely contain their excitment as the countdown to Prague gets very real. Aside from discussing what the next week could bring, the lads also chat about Heimir Hallgrímsson's new contract and his squad selection. The developing Joanna Byrne/Trivela situation at Drogheda United heads this week's League of Ireland discussion, followed by chats on the league's most under-fire managers, Jon Daly and Tiernan Lynch. The First Division gets some extra love given the international break, while there's all the usual stuff too, included a wedged BTS Hotline. Safe travels to all making the pilgrimage to Prague, take this wek's pod with you. Sponsored by QuinnAV.ie & BAR 1 Betting (18+, gamblingcare.ie)

Lá Fhéile Pádraig sona duit! Welcome to our St.Patrick's Day Special. Kieran & Gary have been taking in games all over country in recent days, hear their thoughts on who the big winners & losers were over the Friday-Monday game week. Who is under more pressure? Jon Daly or Tiernan Lynch. Just how bad has James McClean been? All truthfully answered by our no-holds barred hosts. Speaking of Jon Daly, we've got audio with the under fire Blues boss following the 5-0 hammering at Dundalk, while you'll also hear from the victorious manager Ciaran Kilduff. Last week's BTS Charity Bet sponsored by BAR 1 Betting was a winner (thanks Julian Canny), Kieran & Gaz will try to build on that this week. There's also the BTS Predictions League & BTS Hotline as ever. There's even a long overdue BTS Kebab Review to sink your teeth into after Gary's first-ever visit to Turners Cross.Sponsored by QuinnAv.ie & BAR1Betting (18+, gamblingcare.ie). 

Kieran & Gary, AKA the "Longford muck savages," are back with another episode of the grumpiest League of Ireland pod on the go. Find out why modern football is crap, why Tiernan Lynch is in major trouble as Derry City manager, how Pat's are turning a corner, and why the First Division is so damn competitive this year. Brought to you by QuinnAv.ie & BAR 1 Betting. 

The lads are back from Kieran's stag weekend in Belfast. Hear about their wild and wonderful adventures in the NIFL over the past few days. Meanwhile, back in the League of Ireland, Bohs are looking good, could they compete for the title? The James McClean midfield experiment is off to a rocky start, while it's been another tough week for Kevin Doherty, Drogheda United, and Sligo Rovers. Drogheda United's punishment for the unrest in the Louth derby and the FAI's plans to change licensing requirements around pyro also feature. WHAT THE HELL IS A PYRO DOG! All of these talking points and much more are included on this week's pod, which as ever is sponsored by QuinnAv.ie and BAR 1 Betting (18+, gamblingcare.ie)

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 Predictions League and our BTS Charity bet sponsored by BAR 1 Betting (18+, gamblingcare.ie)As ever, we're brought to you by QuinnAv.ie 

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

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, the latest BTS Predictions League, and our new charity bet feature, sponsored by BAR 1 Betting (18+, Gamblingcare.ie). Another man excited for the return of the First Division is our long-term sponsor, Anthony Quinn of QuinnAv.ie. 

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 really hope you enjoy this special 10th season of the pod, which is brought to you by our long-term sponsor QuinnAv.ie, and BAR 1 Betting. (Gambling is for 18+, always gamble responsibly. Gamblingcare.ie)

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 discusses his cup final emotions as an Ex-Rovers youngster who didn't make the grade in Tallaght, despire captaining a Hoops youth team containing the likes of Cory O'Sullivan, and why he's switching Longford for Athlone next term.  A huge thanks to our sponsor again this season - QuinnAv.ie 

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 Crowley, Ivan Yates, and Ciara’s Christmas tree chaos. Proudly sponsored by QuinnAv.ie

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 

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 plenty more in this week’s episode — proudly brought to you by our sponsor, QuinnAv.ie.

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

 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 domestic and European action.  There’s also a packed BTS Hotline, plenty of Twitter reaction, and a look ahead to Ireland’s upcoming international window.  Sponsored by QuinnAv.ie 

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 face some harsh words after their shock defeat to Longford. Sponsored by QuinnAv.ie

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 their equipment had let them down even worse than Ireland did in Yerevan. If you missed it, make sure to check out last week’s fiery emergency pod from Armenia—and we’ll be back in full force next week. Sponsored by QuinnAv.ie