Best Adrian Conway Podcasts (2025)

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Why CrossFitter's are broken.... 20:17

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23d ago20:17

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Today Coach Conway explores the value of tempo based strength training. In CrossFit, heavy days are a staple of great programming, however do we really explore variance for strength the development the way we should? Tempo training may be the reason you can still break many new PR's in your training through your years. Slow down to speed the streng…

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Talking Bats with Director Kevin Altieri 1:08:44

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Send us a text Step inside Gotham’s shadows with legendary animation director Kevin Altieri, the creative force behind some of Batman: The Animated Series’ most unforgettable episodes. In this deep-dive conversation, Kevin reveals the directing choices, visual techniques, and collaborative magic that helped redefine what television animation could …

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Amber Guinness 14:22

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Chat with the cook and author (and member of the Guinness dynasty) who lives in Tuscany and wants to share the secrets of good Tuscan cooking in her book ‘Winter in Tuscany: Cosy Recipes and the ‘Quanto Basta’ Way’ (published by Thames & Hudson)By RTÉ Radio 1

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Pádraig Cusack 17:18

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Chat with the theatre producer about a very happy family life in Dalkey, a near-death attack in Manchester and discovering he had a secret half-sister. His production ‘The Sound Inside’ at the Pavilion Theatre, Dun Laoghaire is part of the Dublin Theatre Festival Full details: https://dublintheatrefestival.ie/…

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Charles James & The Rise 11:25

3d ago11:25

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Chat with Charles James and his wife/bandmate Catherine about life as musicians, working as a river pilot in the Congo, music as grief therapy and their 'cinematic folk' sound Official website: https://charlesjamesandtherise.com/ (for copyright reasons the full tracks performed during this interview are not available in the podcast)…

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Tommy Tiernan and Dr Martin Shaw 20:17

10d ago20:17

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The comedian and the storyteller chat about philosophy, the power in nature, religious belief and the crossing point between paganism and Christianity, all topics that inform their show ‘Between Dog and Wolf’ which tours Ireland this autumn Full details: https://tommytiernan.ieBy RTÉ Radio 1

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Ruth Knuttel 18:01

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The widow of the late artist Graham Knuttel talks about their life together and how they coped with his final illness. A major retrospective exhibition of his work opens at the Minerva Suite in the RDS, running 9th – 21st September 2025By RTÉ Radio 1

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Lyse Doucet 12:51

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The BBC Chief International Correspondent discusses her book ‘The Finest Hotel in Kabul’, a history of Afghanistan told through the lives of the staff who kept the landmark Intercontinental Hotel on a hill above Kabul goingBy RTÉ Radio 1

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Cecelia Ahern 16:13

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Chat with the hugely-successful writer about her latest novel 'Paper Heart', set in the Irish midlands; she also talks about her writing process, screen adaptations of her work and the long and successful political career of her father BertieBy RTÉ Radio 1

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Adrian Weckler 21:03

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The tech editor of the Irish and Sunday Independent talks today about a very personal story - the death earlier this year of his brother Simon and the efforts made by the family (mother, novelist Deirdre Purcell and father Robert) to care for a loved one with a serious mental health conditionBy RTÉ Radio 1

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Zoe Conway, John McIntyre and Edwina Guckian 13:09

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Chat and live music with Cooley-based fiddler Zoe Conway, her husband guitarist John McIntyre and sean nós dancer Edwina Guckian ahead of their concert in The Helix next week - 'Anam Éireann: The Soul of Ireland' with the RTÉ Concert Orchestra, Thursday 11th Sept Further details: https://orchestra.rte.ie/…

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🎸 Stan Bush: Has The Touch and the strings to motivate 54:16

22d ago54:16

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Send us a text This week, we sit down with Stan Bush, the Grammy-winning rocker whose anthems fueled everything from Transformers: The Movie to Bloodsport, Kickboxer, and beyond. With classics like The Touch, Dare, Fight to Survive, and Never Surrender, Bush’s music became the battle cry of underdogs and heroes across decades of pop culture. In thi…

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Too much muscle in Crossfit? 26:02

28d ago26:02

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Today Coach is back in the Q and A bag answering a question about muscle mass and effects on performance. The over arching question is "Is it possible to have too much muscle in CrossFit?". In short the answer is, yes! Coach explains why and also considerations to make on how to change it when it's a problem.…

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How to maximize recovery from training! 29:21

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Today Coach jumps back into the Q and A pool. The first topic is how to maximize recovery. There is a lot to unpack so get your pen pads ready and of course be ready for a rant on the basic things that you are likely not even doing well. If we can sum this up it is simply, do better.

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From Fan to Legend: The Story of Gerry Conway 57:38

29d ago57:38

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Send us a text Before he was shaping the Marvel Universe, Gerry Conway was a teenager from Brooklyn with a letter printed in Fantastic Four #50. Just three years later, he was a published writer at DC Comics. By 19, he was scripting The Amazing Spider-Man—and soon after, he would pen one of the most pivotal moments in comic history: the death of Gw…

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2025 CrossFit Games: The real ones never left. 16:51

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Today we catch up on a long summer. No, we don't go over all the details but coach catches you up on why he hopes you were also lost in the summer with your family, friends and activities. We are back with a catch about the 2025 CF Games and all the things that went well about them and why it meant so much to the community and movement. This will b…

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“Adrian Hough: Acting, Advocacy & the Heart of a Voice” 52:19

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Send us a text Welcome to Back to Pop! I’m your host, Marc Childs — and today’s guest is an actor whose voice has crossed worlds of animation, live action, and video games. You know him as Nightcrawler in X-Men: The Animated Series and X-Men ’97, as Haytham Kenway in Assassin’s Creed III, and as the mighty dragon Sol Regem in The Dragon Prince. But…

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“The Fan Who Became the Writer: John Jackson Miller’s Journey” 1:01:11

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Send us a text Episode Description: What happens when a comics fan becomes one of the most trusted voices in Star Wars storytelling—and then takes on Tim Burton’s Batman? This week, we’re joined by John Jackson Miller, the acclaimed author behind Star Wars: Knights of the Old Republic, Kenobi, and the brand-new Batman: Resurrection. Miller’s journe…

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The Love Goddess Lives On: Taylor Blackwell on Resurrecting Judy Tenuta 32:32

2M ago32:32

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Send us a text What happens when you mix a Grammy-nominated accordion goddess, a fearless feminist firebrand, and the wildest stage presence to hit HBO in the ’80s? You get comedy legend Judy Tenuta — and today, we’re exploring her incredible legacy with filmmaker Taylor Blackwell. Episode Highlights: •The making of “It Happened: The Judy Tenuta St…

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A Journey Through the Imagination of David Kirschner 1:19:42

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Send us a text Get ready to rediscover the worlds that shaped your childhood—and the nightmares that still send chills down your spine. In this episode, we sit down with David Kirschner, the creative force behind An American Tail, Child’s Play, Hocus Pocus and so much more. Before he created pop‑culture icons, Kirschner designed album covers for Ne…

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Inside the mind of Doug Stone on Character Creation and more ! 1:07:16

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Send us a text Ever wondered what it takes to voice an entire cast of characters in a single show? Or how an actor brings psychological terror to life as Metal Gear Solid’s unforgettable Psycho Mantis? Join us for an extraordinary deep-dive with Doug Stone, the legendary voice actor who’s brought countless characters to life across animation, anime…

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Derek Ryan 10:24

2M ago10:24

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Live music and chat with the Irish country music star about working in Nashville, a new EP and upcoming live acoustic tour ‘The Songwriter Shows’ and wanting to push his musical boundaries Official: https://derekryanmusic.com/ (for copyright reasons the full tracks performed during this interview are not available in the podcast)…

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Jay and Allen Bobinac 16:28

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The twin brothers from Croatia describe their 10-year journey from the time they decided to leave their homeland for a better life in Ireland; from sleeping rough in Dublin parks, to working with the charity Tiglin and getting an award from the Dublin Lord MayorBy RTÉ Radio 1

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John King 19:57

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Chat with the CNN Chief National Correspondent about his Irish lineage, covering 10 US elections, trying to understand the Trump support base and living with MS; 'An Evening with John King' comes to the National Concert Hall Dublin and the Town Hall Theatre in Galway at the end of September Event info: www.nch.ie and https://tht.ie…

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A Postcard That Changed Everything: Jim Salicrup’s Four-Decade Comics Career 1:10:54

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Send us a text What if a postcard could change your life? Welcome to Back to Pop, the podcast that dives deep into the stories behind the stories in comics, pop culture, and the creative industry. Each episode features intimate conversations with the legends, innovators, and unsung heroes who shaped the entertainment we love. From Marvel editors to…

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Mick Flannery 14:18

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Live music and chat with the Cork musician, celebrating 20 years since his début album ‘Evening Train’ with special productions at Galway Arts Festival and the National Concert Hall later this month Full details: www.mickflannery.com (for copyright reasons the full tracks performed during this interview are not available in the podcast)…

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Rosie O'Donnell 34:04

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A wide-ranging interview with the comedian and actor, from the latest declaration by President Donald Trump threatening to revoke her American citizenship, to why she fears for the democracy of the United States, her Irish heritage and her new shows ‘Common Knowledge’ and ‘Bad Parenting'By RTÉ Radio 1

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More Than a Voice: Gregg Berger on Heart, Heroes & Dinobots 1:20:11

3M ago1:20:11

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Send us a text Before “Me Grimlock!” echoed across Saturday mornings, before Spirit walked calmly through the chaos of G.I. Joe missions, there was a young performer discovering the power of voice. In this heartfelt and hilarious episode of Back to Pop, we sit down with voice acting legend Gregg Berger—the man behind Grimlock, Spirit, Firefly, Ripc…

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Donie O’Sullivan 20:10

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Chat with the proud Kerryman and CNN Senior Correspondent about his new podcast ‘Persuadable’, which looks at conspiracy theories, examining why people get so entranced by them and whether their families can do anything to break the spell. He also talks openly about his own mental health vulnerabilities…

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Brother Kevin Crowley, RIP 3:16

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Remembering the extraordinary founder of the Capuchin Day Centre in Dublin which has served the homeless and needy people in Dublin since 1969 (clips from an interview between Miriam and Brother Kevin in 2014)By RTÉ Radio 1

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Brendan Gleeson 29:57

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Chat with the much-loved actor about his committed support for Hospice, family pride, preparing to take to the stage in Conor McPherson’s play ‘The Weir’ and the wonderful career mentors he's had along the wayBy RTÉ Radio 1

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Johnluke 7:17

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Chat and live music with the 20-year old Galway singer-songwriter about his hopes for a career in music Official: https://johnlukemusic.com/ (for copyright reasons the full tracks performed during this interview cannot be made available in the podcast)By RTÉ Radio 1

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Ross Whitaker and Stefan Klincewicz 23:56

3M ago23:56

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Chat with the two men about the amazing story of the Cork man who, in 1992, convinced a syndicate of supporters to back him to the tune of thousands of pounds in a bid to win them the lotto. Their story is the subject of Ross's documentary ‘Beat The Lotto’, opening in cinemas next weekendBy RTÉ Radio 1

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Mary Bourke 15:44

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The Dublin-born stand-up comedian talks about how life changed after her husband Simon’s stroke, and their ongoing experience with the care system which helped inspire her new radio documentary series on BBC Sounds called ‘Mary Bourke: Who Cares?By RTÉ Radio 1

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From Staten Island Screams to Emotional Truth—Inside the Mind of Horror Star Allison Pitte 1:05:40

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Send us a text In this raw and revealing episode, we dive deep with Allison Pittel, breakout star of indie horror hits Stream and Screamboat. From her leap to NYC’s acting grind to the Meisner method that shaped her craft, Allison unpacks the real journey behind the scream queen spotlight. 🎬 SEGMENTS INCLUDE: Making the move to NYC & surviving the …

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Tony McNamara 6:43

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Chat with an amazing man, the Limerick soccer player who began his career in 1974 with Mungret FC and is still going strong and playing matches at the age of 69.By RTÉ Radio 1

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Leslie Dowdall and Flo McSweeney 14:40

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Chat and live music with the performers (and longtime friends) who are playing Vicar Street in September in 'Natural Women', singing the songs of Linda Ronstadt and Carole King (for copyright reasons the full tracks performed during this interview cannot be made available in the podcast)By RTÉ Radio 1

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Anne Friel 17:09

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Chat with the widow of the legendary playwright Brian Friel, who is still keeping an eye on productions of his plays to see that they remain true to his vision. A new Gate Theatre production of ‘Dancing at Lughnasa’ is coming to the 3Olympia in July Full details: www.3olympia.ieBy RTÉ Radio 1

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US strikes on Iran 7:10

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David Dunn, Professor of International Politics at the University of Birmingham on the US strikes on Iran (targeting their main nuclear enrichment facilities) and the potential for retaliation from TehranBy RTÉ Radio 1

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The Storyteller Behind Jem, Conan, Babylon 5: and More Christy Marx Unplugged 49:34

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Send us a text In this powerhouse episode of Back to Pop, we sit down with legendary writer Christy Marx—the visionary behind Jem and the Holograms, a creative force on G.I. Joe, Spider-Man, Babylon 5, Conan the Adventurer, and so much more. From pioneering emotional storytelling in Saturday morning cartoons to building entire worlds in comics like…

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Hazel Gaynor 15:05

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The best-selling historical fiction writer explains why leaving the corporate world behind was the right thing to do. Her 12th book has just been published - ‘Before Dorothy’ creates a back story for Dorothy and Aunty Em, before ‘The Wizard of Oz’By RTÉ Radio 1

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Beoga 8:12

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Chat and live music from the trad titans Beoga, whose new album ‘Phases’ has just been released Official website: www.beogamusic.com (for copyright reasons the full tracks performed during this interview cannot be made available in the podcast)By RTÉ Radio 1

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Mark O’Meara 19:33

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Mark O’Meara is President of the Garda Representative Association,. Today he shared his very personal story about being a gay man in the force, and what that meant for his family, and explains why he’s decided that now is the right time to talk about it publiclyBy RTÉ Radio 1

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Coach Conway and the Conway Kids! 37:23

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Today Coach is joined by his 2 children! They sit down to discuss athletics at a young age, what they love to do with their summer, lessons they've learned from losing and also what you should be eating! They are all in for their ability to share what they've learned in their short number of years with all of you!…

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Let’s Talk JoeFest: The Story Behind the Ultimate G.I. Joe Convention 29:33

4M ago29:33

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Send us a text This week on Back to Pop, we’re diving into the origin story of one of the most beloved fan events in the country: JoeFest. Host Marc Childs sits down with JoeFest founder Ed Schumacher to unpack how a small toy show in an Augusta, Georgia hotel ballroom evolved into a full-scale convention center experience with thousands of fans, c…

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Miriam Donohue 14:17

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The former journalist explains how she first met and started volunteering with Dr Anne Merriman, a Liverpool-born, Irish-educated doctor who founded Hospice Africa Uganda. Dr Anne died last month, shortly after her ninetieth birthday, and she is to be honoured tomorrow by Uganda’s President Museveni for her work there…

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Kwaku Fortune 15:01

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The actor, a graduate of the Lir Academy, chats about his play ‘The Black Wolfe Tone’. A co-production with FishambleTheatre, it is based on his own personal story of father/son relationships and teenage mental health issues Project Arts Centre, Dublin / Mermaid Arts Centre, Bray / Cork Midsummer Festival…

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Helen Rochford Brennan 18:02

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A dementia ambassador and advocate for Alzheimer’s services, Helen has been living with Alzheimer’s for the past thirteen years. After the recent RTÉ Investigates exposé on two nursing homes, she feels compelled to speak out when so many people in her position would prefer to stay in their own home with state supports…

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“Cam Clarke Unmasked: TMNT’s Leonardo, Liquid Snake & the Secret Legacy of the King Family” 1:15:53

4M ago1:15:53

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Send us a text Dive deep into the legendary voice behind your favorite childhood heroes! 🐢🎮 Join us on Back to Pop as we go behind the microphone with Cam Clarke, the iconic voice actor who brought Leonardo from Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles to life and created the chilling presence of Liquid Snake in Metal Gear Solid. But this conversation reveals …

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Jim Lockhart and Eamon Carr 14:47

4M ago14:47

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Chat with the two musicians about their legendary band Horslips, the early days of a band that was put together in an ad-hoc way. They have just launched a new box set ‘Horslips at the BBC' and Eamon's book 'Pure Gold: Memorable Conversations with Remarkable People' is out nowBy RTÉ Radio 1