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Hi all,

I am currently conducting a survey on the attitudes of GAA coaches towards Sports Psychology as part of a Masters study.

If anyone reading this is a GAA coach and has 5 minutes to spare, would value your input here - https://forms.gle/HvjzUqVT7aA6fz9P7

Thanks in advance,

Folks, just posting this up as a few people have got in touch with us directly to say they found out about the podcast here and have really enjoyed it. We haven't posted episodes to here in a while as didn't want to be clogging the board up.

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In search for answers about himself and his relationship with the game, Diarmuid Lyng went and travelled the world. On that journey, which included a stay in a buddhist temple, he found some of the answers he was looking for but was also left with many more questions.

This week, he sat down with Alan O'Mara to talk about life now in West Kerry and to reflect on many of the life lessons he has learned along the way - http://realtalks.ie/podcast/episode-17-diarmuid-lyng/

Our podcast has been listened to over 50,000 times now and has featured Kevin McManamon, Brendan Maher, Oisin McConville, Briege Corkery and more. Go to www.RealTalks.ie to learn more or search for 'Real Talks' on iTunes or SoundCloud. 

Back in 2001, Alan Kerins had the rare experience of playing in both the All-Ireland football and hurling finals for Galway.

An All-Ireland winner he may be, but his selfless passion to help others will be his true legacy. Only an authentic leader could deliver €15million+ to better peoples lives in Africa. This chat inspired me. I hope it can do the same for you in some small way. Thank you for sharing your journey on the podcast Alan.

Find it on iTunes or Soundcloud by searching 'Real Talks or by clicking here: http://realtalks.ie/podcast/episode-13-alan-kerins/ .'🎧👂🏼

"The buzz of playing in Croke Park...It's hard to match that but you have to try and you have to find other passions that gives you purpose."

Hey folks,

Just posting this here for anyone interested in podcasts.

The first season had current players such as Kevin McManamon, Brendan Maher, Jamie Clarke, Noel Connors and Cora Staunton. Delighted to say to next ten episodes will be with former players and focusing on life lessons learned from playing, transitioning out of the game and more.

First up this time is Oisin McConville. You can find it on iTunes, SoundCloud or Stitcher by searching 'Real Talks' or simply by clicking here: http://realtalks.ie/podcast/episode-11-oisin-mcconville/

"There was so much more to football than just winning things...When we played with Cross there was a bond that will never, ever be broken."

Hope anyone who listens, enjoys it.

Have posted a few podcasts on the board this year lads, know some of you have listened and enjoyed them with the likes of Kevin McManamon, Jamie Clarke, Brendan Maher, Noel Connors and others.

The latest episode is with Jamie Wall and can be listened to here: http://realtalks.ie/podcast/episode-10-jamie-wall/

A former underage player for Cork in both codes, Jamie was a prospect that had high hopes of representing his county for many years to come but back in 2014 his life changed after an infection resulted in the loss of power in his legs.

During this conversation, Jamie talks openly and honestly about the ups and downs of the last three years as he has had to adapt to life in a chair and rise to numerous challenges.

He is now currently enjoying an extended break in a new city while also managing a GAA team on the west coast of America – an opportunity that arose after he coached Mary I to the Fitzgibbon Cup earlier in 2017.

A really fascinating character.

For anyone interested, Eamon McGee gave a very open and insightful interview this week about about the difficulties that retiring brought and other struggles he went through in earlier years involving panic attacks, anxiety and drinking.

You can listen to the interview in full here - http://realtalks.ie/podcast/episode-6-eamon-mcgee/

Having spent the large majority of 2016 in New York City, Jamie Clarke is back in Ireland and once again strutting his stuff in a Armagh jersey.

Renowned for his individual style on the pitch, Jamie is one of the most talented forwards and interesting personalities the modern game has produced.

Over the course of the hour, we chat about the positive impact that travelling has had on his life and outlook, the importance of being authentic and not submitting to stereotypes, and how now, at 27 years of age, he felt a magnetic pull that lured him home from America because ultimately he wants to help leave Armagh football in a better place.

Listen here: https://soundcloud.com/realtalksirl/episode-4-jamie-clarke

Or Search 'Real Talks' on iTunes.

Life has a habit of throwing arrows at us, but shot a cannonball at Wicklow's John McGrath.

In the third episode of the Real Talks Podcast, John's perspective, determination and borderline beligerence shine through as he talks about his battle with leukemia.

As John says, the word cancer itself isn't a nice one. It's one constantly associated with death and negative stories. Like all those who battle the disease, John's story is a personal one. This one, like so many others is an inspiration to anyone who has faced adversity.

John's story is one that offers hope to anyone who knows the struggles of battling any illness. His inspirational positivity and determination are evident throughout this revealing and intimate conversation.

Diagnosed in 2011, Wicklow's John McGrath is now playing his 11th season at inter-county level. Hear the story from the man himself. An incredibly inspiring character. Listen to the piece in full here: http://realtalks.ie/posts/episode-3-john-mcgrath/

Folks, just putting this up for anyone interested. We launched the series last week so trying to get the word out. Hope you enjoy it. To sum it up in one line, it is all about showing that GAA players are far more than just footballers and hurlers.

TIPPERARY'S BRENDAN MAHER had the honour of lifting the Liam MacCarthy Cup last September as team captain.

But in a fascinating interview with former Cavan senior football goalkeeper Alan O'Mara, 28-year-old Maher has insisted that handing over the role to Pádraic Maher was the right move. In the wide-ranging piece, which you can listen to below, Maher also talks about how working with autistic children challenged his outlook on life.

This podcast series highlights how GAA players are far more than just footballers and hurlers. Listen here: http://realtalks.ie/posts/episode-2-brendan-maher/ or search for 'Real Talks' on iTunes, SoundCloud or Stitcher.

There you can also find last week's episode with Dublin's four-time All-Ireland winner Kevin McManamon.

Hey folks,

We recently started up a new GAA podcast that is all about showing that GAA players are more than just footballers and hurlers.

First episode is with Dublin's four-time All-Ireland winner Kevin McManamon and over the course of an hour conversation he spoke about overcoming the performance anxiety that held him back in earlier years and how his study of sports psychology has made him both a better player and person. He also chats about how his love for music is instrumental in ensuring he maintains a balanced lifestyle and the importance of resilience, particularly when it comes to educating people on mental health.

Click the link below to hear a fascinating conversation or search 'Real Talks' on iTunes, SoundCloud or Stitcher to subscribe.

http://realtalks.ie/posts/episode-1-kevin-mcmanamon/

Hope you enjoy listening to it!