TwoMacs Podcast
TwoMacs Podcast
Join two old friends, Ronan McSherry and Martin J McGuinness, as they sit down for candid and often unpredictable conversations on everything under the sun. With decades of friendship and life experience between them, Ronan and Martin dive into a wide range of topics—from culture, history, and politics, to personal stories, current events, and everything in between. They’re often joined by interesting guests, offering fresh perspectives and rich, engaging dialogue. Whether they’re reminiscing about their shared past, exploring new ideas, or simply having a laugh, each episode promises something thought-provoking and entertaining. Tune in for a mix of humor, insight, and a genuine look into the minds of two lifelong friends navigating the world together.
Episodes
55 episodes
TwoMacs Podcast Ep 55 Pádraig (Paudie) Hampsey
Pádraig (Paudie) Hampsey - leader, role model and inspiration.Tyrone captain Paudie Hampsey lived the dream when he climbed the steps of the Hogan Stand to lift the Sam Maguire Cup.It was the cumulation of years of commitment...
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Episode 55
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1:08:39
TwoMacs Podcast Ep 54 Anthony J Quinn
In this episode of the TwoMacs, Martin is back in the chair talking to acclaimednovelist Anthony J. Quinn. Born on a farm in Kileeshil in 1971, Anthony wasdrawn to books from an early age. As a child, he would construct a wee canopy...
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Episode 54
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TwoMacs Podcast Ep 53 Plunkett 'Oz' McCallan
Plunkett McCallan - Oz and the magic of the O'Neill Cup.Towering goalkeeper 'Big Oz' from Carrickmore reflects on two decades of championship football.On the week of the Tyrone senior club final, 'Oz' (nicknamed after Oz ...
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Episode 53
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1:12:16
TwoMacs Podcast Ep 52 Aisling Hagan
Aisling Hagan (Corr) - Class is permanent.For over 25 years camogie star Aisling Hagan, formerly Corr, has graced the fields with her sublime skills. Previously Tyrone Young Player and Senior Player of the Year, she has ...
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Episode 52
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56:51
TwoMacs Podcast Ep 51 Patsy Grant
Patsy Grant - changed times. He may not have a television or be glued to social media but Patsy Grant is well tuned into the ways of a constantly changing world. His father Paddy fixed clocks and Father Time catches up w...
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Episode 51
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58:52
TwoMacs Podcast Ep 50 Vinny O'Donnell
Vinny O'Donnell - The making of the acclaimed 1986 'Up Tyrone' cassette.When Kevin McCabe struck a penalty to the net to take Tyrone to their first All Ireland final in 1986, the county rejoiced while musicians Vinny O'Donnell an...
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Episode 50
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1:04:29
TwoMacs Podcast Ep 49 Nick Griggs
Nick Griggs - a running sensationSince hitting the running tracks just seven years ago, Nick Griggs' performances have been nothing short of sensational.At 16, he had the athletics' world sit up and take notice when he won the Eu...
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Episode 49
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48:52
TwoMacs Podcast Ep 48 Hurling as Poetry
Hurling As PoetryIn days gone by, a wise old poetry-loving Kiltegan priest told Martin Mac that hurling is the poetry of Gaelic sport. He spoke of the sheer grace and beauty of the game when it is played well, it's hallowed history t...
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Episode 48
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1:16:35
TwoMacs Podcast Ep47 Niall Hanna
Niall Hanna: Portrait of an ArtistMartin Mac returns to talk to Niall Hanna, the singer/songwriter from Derrytresk, a friend in more ways than one; since renowned singer Geordie Hanna was both Martin's uncle and Niall's grandfather.&...
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Episode 47
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1:20:25
TwoMacs Podcast Ep46 Feargal McCrory
Feargal McCrory - From Brackaville to Brooklyn following a dream.Fearless Feargal McCrory has made huge physical and emotional sacrifices in his quest to win a World boxing title. That mission continued after last year's title challe...
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Episode 46
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1:05:42
TwoMacs Podcast Leo Quinn Ep 45
Leo Quinn - Family, Football and Fun! Leo Quinn enjoys the craic!.. Team Leader for Mid Ulster Youth Service, he is a life-long Coalisland Fianna member brought up in the traditions of the club. His father Tommy was long-term club se...
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Episode 45
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1:17:35
TwoMacs Podcast Kenny Archer Part 2 Ep44
Kenny Archer (Part 2) - Celebrating champions in Croke Park, Istanbul and Dungannon Square.A Liverpool fanatic, Kenny recalls the night of a life-time in Istanbul, the Tyrone reporters in the press box in Croke Park when the Sam Maguire Cup...
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Episode 44
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49:16
TwoMacs Podcast Kenny Archer Ep 43
Kenny Archer (Part 1) - Deputy Sports Editor of the Irish News & Liverpool fanatic. When Kenny and Ronan two writers, newspaper columnists, sport lovers and Merseyside rivals got talking, it was inevitable the conversation would ...
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Episode 43
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52:04
TwoMacs Podcast Bugsy McMahon Ep42
Bugsy McMahon - all his world's a stage.Currently enjoying a sell-out run with The Snapper, actor, director and all-round stage devotee Bugsy McMahon enjoys a chat with Ronan Mac and TwoMacs producer Oliver, also a theatre veteran.&n...
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Episode 42
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1:20:23
TwoMacs Podcast Pearse Kelly Ep41
Pearse Kelly - When Coalisland was snooker loopyDennis Taylor's epic World Snooker title win is all of 40 years ago this week. We celebrate a time when snooker in Coalisland was vibrant with players of all abilities and ...
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Episode 41
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1:18:16
TwoMacs Podcast Bernadette Devlin McAliskey Ep 40 Part2
Bernadette McAliskey (Devlin) Part 2Still campaigning for justice and equality for all. Bernadette continues her journey as she advocates for justice and equality, not least for the bombarded population of Palestine,...
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Episode 40
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1:11:59
TwoMacs Podcast Bernadette Devlin McAliskey EP 39 PART 1
Bernadette McAliskey (Devlin) Part 1 - The early years and making her mark. Born in Molesworth Street in Cookstown, by the age of 21, Bernadette was the MP for Mid Ulster and on the front line of the march ...
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Episode 39
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1:07:40
TwoMacs Podcast Ep38 Sean Quinn & Sean McCabe Part 2
Sean McCabe & Sean Quinn - Part IIThe second half of our Podcast with the Two Seans (McCabe & Quinn), Clonoe and Brackaville stalwarts. They recall how clubs often sought Joe McCabe's advice when facing difficulty wi...
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Episode 38
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1:04:33
TwoMacs Podcast Ep37 Sean Quinn & Sean McCabe Part 1
Part 1 - The Two Sean's.GAA stalwarts Sean McCabe from Clonoe and Sean Quinn of Brackaville join us for a wide-ranging discussion filled with hurling and football stories and memories, local and All Ireland.On the weekend Naomh C...
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Episode 37
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51:34
TwoMacs Podcast Malachy Falls Ep 36
Malachy Falls - Reeling in the Memories.Malachy remembers way back to being lifted by his mother to look across Lough Neagh at the blitz on Belfast during World War II.Born in Aughamullan, Falls' family bar, post office and groce...
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Episode 36
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1:13:11
TwoMacs Podcast Ep 35 Tommy Corr
Tommy Corr - boxing history maker and football star.Tommy Corr from Clonoe excelled in the boxing ring, in 1982 becoming the first fighter to win a medal for Ireland at the World Amateur Championships. In a stellar football caree...
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Episode 35
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1:06:09
TwoMacs Podcast Ep34 Johnny Cummings
Johnny Cummings - Go, Johnny, Go!The inspiring Johnny Cummings from Coalisland recalls his journey to the Paralympic Games in Beijing, until health reasons ended his swimming career, the onset of dark days and coming back into the li...
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Episode 34
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TwoMacs Podcast Ep 33 Damian O'Hagan
Damian O'Hagan - A school boy destined for greatness Ronan in conversation with Damian O'Hagan that goes right back to their days in Primary school when he was taken out of class to play with the big boys on the school tea...
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Episode 33
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1:13:09
TwoMacs Podcast Ep32 Tom Herron
Tom Herron - A breath of fresh air.There's never been a dull moment with Tom Herron from Coalisland, who recalls his fascinating journey from bookmaker to psychologist. Following the death of his father, when he was a boy To...
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Episode 32
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1:05:29
TwoMacs Podcast Ep 31 Cathal O'Neill
Cathal O'Neill - On Song PlayerTo perform well is to be "on song," and the term applies to newly appointed Derrytresk chairman Cathal O'Neill in more ways than one. Not only has he achieved great success on the football field at club...
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Episode 31
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