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The Second Captains Podcast

Second Captains
Newcastle United
Darwin Nunez
GAA
Dallas Cowboys
Liverpool
Manchester United
Munster Rugby
Mohamed Salah
Premier League
Andy Farrell
Snooker
José Mourinho
Asian Cup
Palestinian National Football Team
All-Ireland Club Finals
Sean Brown
Arsenal
Gaelic Football
Hurling
Sunderland

Listen to the award winning Second Captains free to air podcasts featuring The Second Captains Podcast and Second Captains Football. Join The Second Captains World Service and get access to our daily shows and much more. Become a Second Captains member at secondcaptains.com. - iTunes Podcast of the Year - iTunes Essentials Top 10 Podcasts of All-Time - The Guardian's 50 Podcasts You Need To Hear -... more

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Latest Episodes

Permutations Man had a rough week last week and he is back on air today to explain what happened.

Ken asks if Rio Ferdinand was the worst possible choice for a complex World Cup tv draw?

The Champions Cup is back, and Munster got a reality check in... more

The memory of Friday's FIFA draw continues to linger like the smell of a dead rat under the floorboards. As he whines about middle-of-the-night kick offs, people are accusing Ken of being 'eurocentric' - but surely somebody has to be?

Meanwhile Mo S... more

We've seen it all this week on Second Captains, from ultrarunning with 100 mile world record holder Caitriona Jennings to 'American ultraviolence' with Hasan Piker on Ken's Politics Podcast, taking in our Sports Book of the Year Show and a brilliant ... more

Caitriona Jennings is the proud World Record holder over the terrifying distance of 100 miles and she spoke to us in studio about how and why she was able to run this distance, what it feels like mid race, and her harrowing London Olympics marathon e... more

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Recent Guests

Hasan Piker
Political commentator and streamer
Episode: Jimmy Dunne On The Miracle Of Budapest, A Szoboszlai Never Forgets, Hasan Piker On The American Berserk
Jimmy Dunne
Republic of Ireland football player
QPR
Episode: Jimmy Dunne On The Miracle Of Budapest, A Szoboszlai Never Forgets, Hasan Piker On The American Berserk
Mikos Gude
Journalist with Algemina Dagblad and author of 'Arne Slot and New Era'
Algemina Dagblad
Episode: Liverpool Lack Anger, The Dutch Perspective On Slot, Tantalising World Cup
Andrew Trimble
Former rugby player and current sports pundit
Former Ireland Rugby Player
Episode: Ep 3410: Back In Your Boks, Scrumpocalypse, Ryan's Original Sin, Stop Start Rugby - 24/11/25
Craig Ray
Rugby analyst and commentator
Episode: Ep 3410: Back In Your Boks, Scrumpocalypse, Ryan's Original Sin, Stop Start Rugby - 24/11/25
Škepán Hajek
Czech football expert from Canal Plus
Canal Plus
Episode: The Post-Hungary Glow, Next Up Czechia, Branno Comes For Ken's Throne, The Ashes Is Underway
Lars Iversen
Football pundit and analyst
Football Writer
Episode: Infantino's Award, Why Bellingham, DJ' Carey's Motive - 06/11/25
Orla Comerford
Two-time Para World Champion Sprinter
Episode: Believe The Hype, Orla's Year, Parker And Lee, Ruthless Giants
Joseph Parker
Former World Heavyweight Champion and professional boxer.
Episode: Believe The Hype, Orla's Year, Parker And Lee, Ruthless Giants

Hosts

Ken Early
Host with a focus on engaging storytelling and analytical perspectives in sports commentary.
Eoin McDevitt
Co-host with strong opinions on football and its cultural implications, often leading discussions with a humorous tone.
Murph
Co-host known for comedic commentary and lively discussions around sports.
Ciarán
Host sharing insights and dynamics from the perspective of both a fan and commentator.

Reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars from 2.1k ratings
  • In Brisbane listening to latest post Portugal episode. Heaven!!!! Thanks lads.

    Podcast Addict
    5
    amac
    a month ago
  • Awful

    Having got one of the UK most renowned journalists on to discuss the premier league, it then proceeds to turn into a party political broadcast for Sinn Fein with comments about Colonial oppressers & Britain shooting Irish when the discussion is about the NFL going to Dublin……that is such a weird pivot…..

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    Mr huggez
    United Kingdom6 months ago
  • Ken’s Weak Moment

    Kudos for bringing attention to atrocities in Palestine but Ken you were a bit weak letting your guest dismiss the atrocities of October 7 with no condemnation as “what other people did.” Just as Israelis are responsible for duly elected Netanyahu, Palestinians are responsible for duly elected Hamas. A discussion that fairly blames Israel but demurs on Hamas is not the whole truth.

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    80'sVillager
    United States6 months ago
  • Morons

    Used to listen to these idiots but on Mondays show they proved themselves complete morons.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    guavalope
    United States10 months ago
  • Constant anti-Arsenal agenda

    Stop having biased and tiresome guests like Jonathan Wilson.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    GTS-11
    United Statesa year ago

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Listeners express satisfaction with the quality of guests and the engaging format, often highlighting the entertaining narrations as a strong point.
Overall, listeners appreciate the combination of humor and insightful sports analysis. The hosts are often praised for their chemistry and depth of knowledge.
Some feedback points to a desire for less political commentary during sports discussions, with certain guests eliciting mixed reactions.

Chart Rankings

How this podcast ranks in the Apple Podcasts, Spotify and YouTube charts.

Apple Podcasts
#192
United Kingdom/Sports
Apple Podcasts
#170
Australia/Sports
Spotify
#102
Ireland/Top Podcasts
Spotify
#157
Ireland/Trending
Apple Podcasts
#51
Ireland/Top Podcasts
Apple Podcasts
#6
Ireland/Sports

Talking Points

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Ep 3417: Caitriona Jennings On Her 100 Mile World Record, Saint Charlie, Rugby Loses Its Marbles - 01/12/25
Q: What is the appeal of it, of running those sort of distances?
Running to me has always been just part of my life, it gives you so much in terms of feeling fit and healthy and active.
Ep 3417: Caitriona Jennings On Her 100 Mile World Record, Saint Charlie, Rugby Loses Its Marbles - 01/12/25
Q: Had you been aiming for a world record?
I had been, yeah. That was plan A, yeah.
Ep 3417: Caitriona Jennings On Her 100 Mile World Record, Saint Charlie, Rugby Loses Its Marbles - 01/12/25
Q: Was running 100 miles as hard as it sounds?
Strangely no, even though I would have been shocked.
The Post-Hungary Glow, Next Up Czechia, Branno Comes For Ken's Throne, The Ashes Is Underway
Q: Will the Czech national team have a new head coach in place for the playoffs in March?
Hajek indicates uncertainty about the head coach situation, mentioning that their sporting director is actively looking for a new coach but the financial constraints may hinder progress.
The Post-Hungary Glow, Next Up Czechia, Branno Comes For Ken's Throne, The Ashes Is Underway
Q: What do you think has been going wrong with the Czech national team?
Škepán Hajek suggests that the Czech team lacks unity and cohesion, despite having talented players. The atmosphere and public criticism may be contributing factors to their struggles.

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