The SWAMI is back!!! Mike is joined by Simon Hand to discuss the NFL Draft and whether the Bears have finally got the Quarterback they've wanted for 30 years! We also discuss the other top picks in the Draft and whether the Atlanta Falcons got it all wrong or does the rest of the world just have 'Penix Envy'! Mike also recaps the NBA Playoffs and gives his take on why it's time for Joel Embiid to be a lot more like his team mate Tyrese Maxey - the REAL superstar of the Sixers.

Ménage à trois, baby! In Episode Sweet 16, Mike welcomes Eoin O'Connor and Todd Kay for a threeway and to also talk NBA Playoffs and the end of an era for the the Warriors. Are the Lakers done? Can Embiid fight his way past the Knicks? Is Giannis going to make it back from injury to save the Bucks? Are the Clippers taking us for fools again, again, again...? It's all NBA Action - it's Talkin' Balls!

The Slugger, his Interpreter, the Gambler and the Feds. Mike flies solo and gives his take on the Shohei Ohtani Gambling saga and why he believes there are still loads of questions to answer, regardless of the FBI Report. Mike explains why he thinks this year's Masters was painful viewing, whilst pining for the days of Seve and Bubba! He also asks the question, 'Why can't some sports people just shut their mouths?' PS - Caitlin ROCKS!

The Irish are taking over the NFL and the Masters - we hope! The Warriors are making a run and Womens basketball is on the rise! Mike is joined by Eoin O'Connor and they talk about the NFL's International Player Pathway Program and how the Irish kickers faired at the NFL combine. We discuss the NBA Playoff picture with one weekend to go in the NBA's regular season and also preview the Masters Golf Tournament and what chances the Irish contingent have of donning the Green Jacket. They finish up by discussing the NCAA Basketball Tournament and how the WNBA has a golden opportunity to really make women's basketball relevant and successful through the magic of Caitlin Clark.

It's FANTANGENT!!! In Episode 13, Mike is joined by LA transplant and Boston resident, Todd Kay, and they talk about the Celtics, Red Sox, Patriots and anything that is remotely - or not - linked to those sporting organisations. We also discuss why Nicola Jokic is the Best Player in the World and why the NBA title goes through the Mile High City. And, we talk why it's Win or get sacked for Dave Roberts and the Dodgers and what Major League Baseball needs to do to survive in the future.

Busted Brackets, Baseball and Bad Gamblers. In this episode, Mike flies solo and discusses the Madness of the 2024 NCAA Mens Basketball Tournament, previews 2024 MLB season and gives his take on the Shohei Ohtani gambling scandal.

March Madness Extravaganza! Cinderella is dancin' and she comes from Louisiana! Mike is joined by College Hoops expert, Patrick Bircher and they discuss the upcoming 2024 NCAA Mens College Basketball Tournament that tips-off on March 21. UCONN are the betting favourites but can the Lopes of GCU or the Creighton Jayhawks dance their way to the Final Four in Glendale? And don't forget to enter the 2024 March Madness Talkin' Balls Competition, in which you could find yourself as the winner of a... wait for it, Talkin' Balls sticker!!! Click the link to join in the fun. If it asks for a Password, it's MIKE https://fantasy.espn.com/tc/sharer?challengeId=240&from=espn&context=GROUP_INVITE&edition=espn-en&groupId=ff76c8d4-2276-4bb6-8372-2fed3a575cb0&joinKey=1b83d5da-7403-3b6a-b50e-f12210642eea

Top Ten percenters! Talk, Talk, Talk! Joke in the Ring! Celebration Competition! In the tenth episode of Talkin' Balls, Mike flies solo and talks about the Magic and Madness of Court Storming, Trash Talkin', Dodgy decisions and the demise of Boxing. And, to celebrate the Tenth Episode, Talkin' Balls launches the Talkin' Balls March Madness competition with the overall winner getting a Sticky Prize! Click the link below to join the NCAA Tournament Competition. https://fantasy.espn.com/tc/sharer?challengeId=240&from=espn&context=GROUP_INVITE&edition=espn-en&groupId=ff76c8d4-2276-4bb6-8372-2fed3a575cb0&joinKey=1b83d5da-7403-3b6a-b50e-f12210642eea

Warriors, Wemby and WOW! In Episode 9, Mike welcomes Eoin O'Connor to talk about the Warriors push for the NBA Playoffs, Victor Wembayama's growth as a Rookie, LeBron eclipsing the 40,000 point plateau, the Curse of the Clippers and, Caitlin Clark - the greatest scorer in the history of Collegiate Basketball.

Sportpuorri with ramblings galore! This week, Mike is joined by Media & Sports Marketing Consultant, Declan Brennan, and they talk about the relevance of All-Star Games, Drugs in Sport, the NFL's march to take over the world, an MLB crisis, Robo Umps, and Alfonso Soriano in a Hummer. Listen to this one when you're on a very long walk...

Hoop and the Harm. Ireland and baseball - a match made in heaven. In the seventh Talkin' Balls episode, Mike gives his take on the connection between Sports and Politics and, whilst it would be great if they never crossed paths, they are actually forever intertwined. Mike also welcomes the President of Baseball Ireland, Sean Mitchell, to discuss the state of Irish Baseball, the growth of the game on the island and Ireland's hosting of a European Championship Qualifier this July!

Mahomes Magic. Kelce Madness. Chiefs Crowned Kings again. In this episode, Mike talks with the Swami, Simon Hand, about Super Bowl 58 and how an awful game turned into a Classic and why one should NEVER, EVER bet against Patrick Mahomes. Mike also welcomes back guest, Eoin O'Connor to discuss the NBA and whether the Warriors dynasty is over and can the Knicks actually make a deep playoff run.

Super Bowl, Super Bowl, Super Bowl! Mike welcomes the Swami, Simon Hand, to discuss the Chiefs / 49ers Super Bowl 58 Matchup. Simon goes all in on the Niners whilst Mike selects the correct choice - Kansas City! Let's GOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOO!

Mahomes is a BAD MAN! A Lionesque collapse. Sexton's goodbye and the Six Nations. This week, Mike talks to the Swami, Simon Hand, about the AFC and NFC Championship Round, how Mahomes worked his magic again and the suicidal tendencies of Baltimore and Detroit fans. Mike also welcomes Declan Delaney to talk Six Nations Rugby and why France might be just too much for the Irish and the rest of their European competitors in this year's tournament.

Mahomes Magic, the Runnin' Ravens, and the Irish are takin' over the NFL! This week Mike talks NFL Playoff action with the Swami Simon Hand and also discuss the NFL's International Player Pathway Program with Eoin O'Connor.

Mike gets a new Mic; Baker is the Boss; Padres are making moves; GAA Handball is Off the Wall! In the second Talkin' Balls Podcast, Mike talks about improving the experience for his listeners and discusses NFL Playoff action with Simon Hand. Mike also highlights the Padres off season transactions, the Phenom Ethan Salas and meets with Gaelic Handball expert Conor O'Connor.

In the first Talkin' Balls podcast, Mike speaks with Simon Hand about coaching changes in the NFL and the 'Super' Wild Card playoffs this coming weekend. Mike also discusses the end of the Bill Belichick era in New England and the pressure on professional sports coaches.