This week we’re heading across the water, as Barry chats to Billy McMahon, a well-known Greyhound racing supporter from Essex.

They discuss his early love for greyhounds which began as a child when his friend’s father brought them along to watch the races. Over the years, Billy developed a love and appreciation for Greyhounds and has his own that he races and adores.

Last weekend, Billy enjoyed a great Irish win with Billericay Joe in Kilcohan Park. 

Have a listen to their chat.

Episode 116: Billy McMahon Talking Dogs On Thursday

This week we're heading down south to the Kingdom to chat to the one and only Berkie Browne, a widely known bookmaker from Listowel.

Berkie is very kindly sponsoring the Eric Browne memorial in Tralee in memory of his father who was another well known bookmaker. Berkie chats about which dogs have caught his eye the past year and discusses their recent performances. 

A true expert on the form book, he gives his opinions on the semi finals tomorrow night.

Have a listen now!

Episode 117: Berkie Browne Talking Dogs on Thursday

This week we have two special guests joining us! Our first is leading greyhound trainer, Liam Dowling from Ballymac Kennels. Liam tells us about his four dogs as they prepare for the final of the Eric Browne Memorial Kingdom Derby at Tralee on Friday night.

 Our second guest this week is the treasurer of Clonmel Greyhound Stadium, Tommy Caffery. Tommy tells us about all of the upcoming racing this weekend and all the great work going on at Clonmel. He also speaks about an upcoming benefit night which is very important for the track and will feature prizes such as 3 different hotel stays, a €200 voucher for the Horse & Jockey, and 3 stable tours.

Have a listen now!

Episode 118: Liam Dowling and Tommy Caffery Talking Dogs On Thursday

This week Barry chats to Michael O'Dwyer, a greyhound fanatic living in Hawaii. Michael tells us about the importance of greyhound racing in his family and also the infamous dog, Rural Hawaii and his Derby win a few years ago. 
 Michael was at Clonmel at the weekend and describes the scenes as being at an old Produce Stakes Final where he struggled to find a space in the carpark!
 He also chats to us about all of the good work being done in the community and the importance of supporting our local tracks.
 Have a listen now!

Episode 119: Michael O'Dwyer Talking Dogs on Thursday

This week Barry chats to Richy Brannigan, a man who's passion for greyhound racing is evident. He chats about his life long family involvement with the sport, promoting greyhounds as pets and even tells us about breeding the famous Derby finalist Run Happy. 
 
Richy also chats to us about his hopes for the future.. Why not have a listen now!

Episode 120: Richy Brannigan Talking Dogs on Thursday

We have a two for one special this week as Barry chats to greyhound trainer, Ian Reilly, and Time Greyhound Nutrition Cork Cup Sponsor, Willie Rigney.

Ian is a talented greyhound trainer and shares with us some of his impressive race success stories, including his most recent win with Bogger Hunter at the Paddy Kehoe Suspended Ceilings Gold Cup in Shelbourne Park last Saturday night. 

Willie chats to us about his new venture with Time Greyhound Nutrition and the hopes he has for the future of the brand. Have a listen now!

Episode 121: Ian Reilly and Willie Rigney Talking Dogs on Thursday

This week Barry chats to David Harrington, chairman of the Curraheen Park Supporters Club. 

David chats about how the club came about, their work in race sponsorship in Cork and the terrific success they’ve been enjoying with members extending beyond Cork and across Munster. David say's they have had huge support from the local greyhound community, and they have big dreams for the future.

Have a listen now!

Episode 122: David Harrington Talking Dogs on Thursday

This week Barry chats to a man who has been involved with greyhounds his whole life, David Lynch. Finding a love for them originally as a child when his uncle had greyhound facilities and a strong interest in the sport.

David talks about his recent success at Curraheen Park with Deelish Champ and more. 

Have a listen now!

Episode 123:  David Lynch Talking Dogs on Thursday

This week, Barry chats to Michael Butler following his family’s great success in Curraheen Park last weekend when Maries Wedding won the Apex Global Resources Ltd Cork Oaks.

They chat about the win, his early years in the sport and hopes for the future. Have a listen now!

Episode 124: Michael Butler Talking Dogs on Thursday

This week Barry chats to two guests, both having enjoyed recent success at the Enniscorthy track.

First we take a trip to Gorey, Co. Wexford to chat to Tracey Fitzpatrick. Tracey had 3 runners on the card last weekend at Enniscorthy, and came home with three winners!

Our second guest of the day is Dave Bourke, from Oola, Co. Limerick. A man who grew up with the sport, taking trips to his local track as a child. Dave had great success last weekend with Haka Carlow winning the Michael Fortune Memorial Stake in Enniscorthy.

Have a listen now!

Episode 125: Tracey Fitzpatrick and Dave Bourke Talking Dogs on Thursday

One of Ireland's best known trainers, Paul Hennessy, joins Barry Drake on this week's episode. 

They have plenty to chat about including great recent success in Enniscorthy and Cork and more, including Paul's Horse Racing career.

Of course with the English Greyhound Derby in full swing, the duo chat about Paul's contenders in the competition as they look forward to Round 3 in Towcester this weekend.

Have a listen!

Episode 131: Paul Hennessy Talking Dogs on Thursday

Talking Dogs on Thursday is the weekly Greyhound Racing podcast from Talking Dogs, the number one spot for all your Irish Greyhound Racing news. Presented by Barry Drake, each episode brings a new story from all things dogs!