Here To See The Shelbourne
Here To See The Shelbourne is the unofficial weekly podcast all about the Champions of Ireland, Shelbourne FC. Hosted by Andrew McGouran & Donnchadh (Dunny) Mac Aogáin, they chat about the big topics in Tolka Park and around the LOI. With special guests dropping in, all opinions are welcome. Get in touch: https://www.instagram.com/here_to_see_the_shelbourne/
Episode 41 - WPD Season Review - Seana Cooke
With the women's season is done and dusted, we welcome back Shels legend, Seana Cooke to sift through the ashes of a disapointing season.Was Seana surprised to see Eoin Wearen depart the club, who does she fancy to replace Eoin, the importance of a club philosophy and what players would she would see like to see in Red in 2026.With plenty of mailbag questions to get through, Seana's never short of an opinion with her briilant and insightful views.
Episode 40 - Alexander The Great - UECL Game 2
The Reds are back on European duty this week as we head to North Macedonia. We review the crucial win over Sligo Rovers, Bohs are on the horizon and the Men's U20 Double champs are also in European action.Dunny gives all travelling fans a lesson on everything you need to know if you're heading to Skopje.We also find out what Alexander the Great and Shels great, Tosh Moher have in common.*Please take a moment to rate and share the show**Get in Touch on all platforms.X: @SeetheShelsEmail: seetheshels@gmail.com
Episode 39 - Sligo Rovers - Crunch Time
On this weeks show, we review a significant double win weekend as the Reds make their move up the table. We discuss the LOI Academy funding, a potential Sligo Rovers banana skin, the Lewis Temple Fan Club is back up and running all while Dunny battles on despite feeling under the weather.Eoin Wearen has a lot to ponder in the off season and some fans aren't happy.
Episode 38 - Points Win Prizes
A rather upbeat show as we review the historic game againt BK Hacken. We discuss the performance, the importance of a point, the crowd and of course, the weather.We look ahead to possibly a defining weekend as we head to face Shamrock Rovers and Cork City.We also pay tribute to the brilliant Jemma Quinn who announced her retirement from LOI football.
Episode 37 - BK Häcken - Group Game 1
It's UEFA Conference League time again as we start this week against BK Häcken. We're delighted to be joined by John Mernock to preview the game and also look back at a very mixed weekend and fortunes for both senior teams.Lot's to chat about again as we cover listener questions and ask what's next in the final furlong of the 2025 season.
Episode 36 - Reds Continue To Falter
Another double fixture weekend slips by with the Reds faltering when it really matters. This week, we ask if the European campaign has masked more concerning underlying issues and if it's too late to claim a European slot for 2026.Dunny & Andy get a few things of their chests and discuss the key topics of the moment. It's an absolutle must win this Saturday for the women's team and we have plenty of listener comments.*Please take a moment to rate and share the show*Get in touch.
Episode 35 - Every Game Matters
After 35 epsiodes, we were probably due a technical glitch but we wanted to bring you as much of our chat as possible. We had to cut the final 5 mins but we still managed to cover the WPD, U20's cup win, UEFA Youth league and the mens double header weekend.Thanks for your patience and enjoy the show!
Episode 35 - Every Game Matters
The Reds men team return to action this weekend with a crucial double header against Derry City & Drogheda United. Andy and Dunny remain positive about the women's team battle to reel in Athlone. We also chat about the cup success for the MU20 team and the club release tickets for the Conference League campaign.Please forgive the silence from 45:25 to 46:20, the tech Gremlins were out in force!**Please take a moment to rate and share the show**Get In Touch.X: @SeetheShelsEmail: seetheshels@gmail.com
Episode 34 - Domestic Chores
It's a Galway United double review this week as the Men move up to 4th but the Women suffer a damaging defeat at the top of the table. We discuss why Lewis Temple & Sean Moore didn't feature in the European squad and plenty more across the club.
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Episode 33 - The Time of Your Life
This week, we welcome John Mernock to the show to reflect on all the European exploits. John will be known to many fans for his tireless work on the 'Save Tolka Park' campaign. Lots of great discussions with Dunny & John on all aspects of the club.**Please take a moment to rate and share the show**Get In Touch.X: @SeetheShelsemail: seetheshels@gmail.com
Episode 32 - It's Now or Never
On this week's show, We review a pulsating 1st leg in Tolka Park and It's absolutely crunch time for the Reds as they head to Windsor Park for a date with destiny. In the Women's Premier Division, how damaging will the defeat to Athlone Town be and we dip into a busy mailbag.**Please take a moment to rate and share the show**Get In Touch.X: @SeetheShelsEmail: seetheshels@gmail.com
Episode 31 - UEFA Conference League - Linfield FC
A busy show this week as we go through the two cup defeats. There's no time to feel sorry for ourselves as the women's team head to Athlone on Saturday night and before that on Thursday, It's Shels vs. Linfield Part 2.**Please take a moment to rate and share the show**Get In Touch.X: @SeetheShelsEmail: seetheshels@gmail.comShelbourne vs Linfield | UEFA Conference League 2025/26 | UEFA.com
Episode 30 - The Edge Of Glory
We relive a memorable night in Rijeka but still have our feet firmly on the ground. We preview the season defining Men's double header in Tolka Park in the coming days. A bursting mailbox and Eoin Wearen's Reds keep their focus to go top of the league.**Please take a moment to rate and share the show**Get In Touch.X: @SeetheShelsEmail: seetheshels@gmail.com
Episode 29 - The Croatian Cage
The Reds head to Croatia to take on HNK Rijeka. Can Joey O'Brien work his magic, have Shels learned from their Qarabag mistakes?There's the small matter of a league game away to a resurgent Sligo Rovers, the All-Island penalty misery and the Reds women return to league action with a trip to Cork City.**Please take a moment to rate and share the show**Get In Touch.X: @SeetheShelsEmail: seetheshels@gmail.com
Episode 28 - Qarabağ - Part Deux Baku
Despite a sobering result in the 1st leg, It's certainly not all doom and gloom. Plenty to be positive about as we look ahead to the 2nd leg in Baku and chat about the wider European options. Also, a massive weekend for our women's team with a cup semi-final away to Bohemian FC. Lots to chat about this week.**Please take a moment to rate and share the show**Get In Touch.X: @SeetheShels Email: seetheshels@gmail.com
Episode 27 - Qarabağ - 1st Leg
After a famous night in Windsor Park, the focus now turns to Azerbaijani champions, Qarabağ. On this week's show, we're joined by our European expert, Lee Daly to reflect on a magic night in Belfast. Lee gives us the overview of our European options and Dunny provides his analysis on all the big club issues. Jack Henry-Francis sneaks in at the end as well.
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Episode 26 - Windsor Park Awaits - UCL 2nd Leg Preview
Our Champions League tie with Linfield FC remains in the balance after Shels' 1st leg 1-0 victory. We review a special night in Tolka Park, discuss the key moments and preview the massive 2nd leg in Windsor Park.**Please take a moment to rate and share the show**Get In Touch.X: @SeetheShelsEmail: seetheshels@gmail.com
Episode 25 - The Champions League Begins
The biggest club competition returns to Tolka Park with Linfield FC in Dublin this week. To help settle the nerves, we're joined by Reds Independent, Barry Crossan to preview the big game. Can Joey O'Brien guide his troops past the Blues? We have mailbox questions and the Reds women advance in the All-Island cup.**Please take a moment to rate and share the show**Get In Touch.X: @SeetheShelsFacebook: Email: seetheshels@gmail.com
Episode 24 - The Weekend Review
A shorter than normal show this week as we scoot off to get our hands on Linfield tickets. We chat about the Galway draw, Cork come to Tolka this Friday and the All-Island Cup takes center stage again this Saturday.
Episode 23 - Damien Duff Resigns
A week is a long time in football and after 3 and a half seasons, the Damien Duff era came to a dramatic end. On this week's show, we discuss his final days, why did he step away and what next for a team facing into what is arguably, the biggest game in the clubs recent history.**Please take a moment to rate and share the show**Get In Touch.X: @SeetheShelsFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61573758333151#Email: seetheshels@gmail.com
Episode 22 - Champions League Draw - Linfield FC
The Champions League draw takes center stage as we look ahead to an intriguing tie vs. Linfield. Friday night disappointment against Shamrock Rovers was eased slightly by a solid performance and victory 3 days later away to St. Pats. The women's team were washed out on Saturday and we deep dive into the mailbox. All on this week's show.**Please take a moment to rate and share the show**Get In Touch.X: @SeetheShelsFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61573758333151#Email:
Episode 21 - All Eyes On Tolka Park
Tolka Park is the place to be this weekend as both teams are in action in crucial games. We discuss Athlone, Shamrock Rovers, Cup draws and Europe looms large. **Please take a moment to rate and share the show**Get In Touch.X: @SeetheShelsFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61573758333151#Email: seetheshels@gmail.com
Episode 20 - Dave O'Connor - WPD Team S&C Coach
Dave O'Connor is not just the Strength & Conditioning coach for the Shels WPD team, he's an inspiration to many. He's at the top of his game professionally and is one of the most respected people in the recent history of Shelbourne F.C. An exceptional man, who took on the biggest challenge of his life and inspired much more than a football club. We cover everything from his current WPD role, his work behind the scenes, what exactly a S&C coach does and the motivation for his incredible 10 Marathons In 10 Days challenge. An episode that's worth your time.Support & contact...
Episode 19 - Domestic & European Affairs
With Shels back to winning ways, we start to look ahead to our potential European opponents. From Iceland to Gibraltar, where would you fancy this year? Our Women's team sit top of All-Island Group A after a 1-1 draw in Dalymount Park. Dunny also gives his match day report from the Jodi Stand Ghost Ship. Lot's to enjoy with Lee & Dunny.
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Episode 18 - The Grassy Knoll
Special guest Lee Daly, joins us this week and does a sterling job. We discuss the Dalymount despair, The Grassy Knoll and the Drogs make life difficult again. With a very busy mailbox to review, it's a great listen on this week's show.**Please take a moment to rate and share the show**Get In Touch.X: @SeetheShelsFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61573758333151#Email: seetheshels@gmail.com
Episode 17 - Character Shines Through
On this week's show, we reflect on the huge win over St.Pats. We preview the Bohs / Drogheda double header and we heap yet more praise on Eoin Wearen's side who continue to impress. We also reflect on the sad passing of club historian, Chris Sands. Lot's to chat about on the show.**Please take a moment to rate and share the show**Get In Touch.X: @SeetheShelsFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61573758333151#Email: seetheshels@gmail.com
Episode 16 - Reds Need A Reaction
We sift our way through the weekend's disappointment. There's a very busy mailbox and we cover the potential visit to Lansdowne Road at some point. Plenty of topics are covered in this episode.**Please take a moment to rate and share the show**Get In Touch.X: @SeetheShelsFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61573758333151#Email: seetheshels@gmail.com
Episode 15 - Mid-Term Report - Show Me The Data
Yet another 2-2 draw to pick through, plenty of positivity but are Shels too nice? Is Conor Kearns under pressure? Múinteoir Dunny delivers his Mid-Term report. Lots of mailbox comments and our WPD Team deliver a 5-Star result against Linfield.*Please take a moment to rate and share the show*Get In Touch.X: @SeetheShelsFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61573758333151#Email: seetheshels@gmail.com
Episode 14 - Reasons To Be Positive
Strong performances over the Easter weekend but Shels were left very frustrated with 2 draws. Gifting comical goals, have the defensive injuries finally caught up with the team? Eoin Wearen's side demolished Cork City and are headed into the All-Island Cup this weekend. Leah Doyle for Ireland?Dunny's back after a bit of R&R and has plenty to get off his chest.**Please take a moment to rate and share the show**Get In Touch.X: @SeetheShelsFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61573758333151#Email: seetheshels@gmail.com
Episode 13 - That's Why We're Champions
A weekend to remember as Shels do the double over Bohemian FC. Dunny's away so we welcome back Adam Leonard and Shels SLO, John Brennan to review the first round of games. We look ahead to a very busy Easter weekend for both sides.Please rate the show & get in touch.X: @SeetheShelsFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61573758333151#Email: seetheshels@gmail.com
Episode 12 - Make It Count
We dive into a full review of the draw away to St.Pats, discuss the standout players and preview Friday night's visit of Bohs to Tolka. Players finding form, we touch on more ticketing issues and our women's team makes the short trip to Dalymount Park on Saturday night. Lots to discuss in the mailbox as well.Get In Touch.X: @SeetheShelsFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61573758333151#Email: seetheshels@gmail.com
Episode 11 - All Eyes On Inchicore
A successful weekend for both senior teams. A big win out west for Duff's men and our women's team grind out a massive win against Peamount In Tolka. We chat about both games, injuries, selection issues and Dunny's cameo on the new COPA90 video. Not forgetting our trip to Inchicore this Friday night.Please rate and share the show link.
Episode 10 - WPD Review - DLR Pitch Issues & Peamount Come To Tolka.
The issue of poor pitches raises it's head again in UCD and in Peamount. Dunny gives his full report on his DLR match day experience and we chat about a very impressive performance by the Reds on the field.Please Rate & Share the Show. Get In Touch - seetheshels@gmail.com*The full Interview with Barry Crossan RED INC. is now available in Episode 9*Boys 1895 - LOI Last Man Standing.Please contact: https://www.instagram.com/leemcdermott?igsh=MTQxbTRybWgwbTZ5Ng%3D%3D&utm_source=qr
Episode 9 - Barry Crossan - RED INC.
This week we're joined by Barry Crossan, the editor of RED INC, the longest running Fanzine in Ireland. It's a great chat and Barry gives his unique views on a number of subjects. Dunny is here as always to guide us along.Please rate the show and share the link.Order the RED INC. April Issue now - Out April 18thRedsIndependent (@RedsIndependent)XE: redsindependent@gmail.com
Episode 8 - Cool Heads
A full review of the weekend's action. Frustration in Tolka Park and Dunny's full analysis on Friday's night's draw with Cork City. Also, our Women's team get their first 3 points on the board.Available now on Spotify, Apple, iHeart.com and Amazon Music.Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/0G90pFTAjeszwfwkkkFAkL?si=2bf97c9ecd78464cApple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/here-to-see-the-shelbourne/id1794519914Amazon Music: https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/85f59174-86e2-44b3-86f7-929a744e40fb/here-to-see-the-shelbourne
Episode 7 - Double Defeat & Cork City Preview
We review a double defeat weekend for both the men's and women's teams. Dunny gives us something to be cheerful about and we preview the visit of Cork City to Tolka Park.Get in touch:https://www.instagram.com/here_to_see_the_shelbourne/X: @SeetheShelsFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61573758333151#Email: seetheshels@gmail.com
Episode 6 - Women's Premier Division Preview
We are joined by a real Shels legend, Seana Cooke. We look ahead to the new 2025 Women's Premier Division season, Seana gives her expert views on Shels recruitment, 2025 expectations and the continued need for professional improvement in all areas of Irish women's football.One not to be missed!
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Episode 5 - Drogs Come To Town
Lots to unpack after a busy double header weekend. Two draws but it could've been more. We review the draws with Shamrock Rovers and Galway Utd plus look ahead to the visit of the impressive Drogs on Friday night.Get in touch: https://www.instagram.com/here_to_see_the_shelbourne/X: @SeetheShelsFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61573758333151#Email: seetheshels@gmail.com
Episode 4 - Make Mine A Double
After a big win in Waterford, we look forward to the first double header weekend, talk about LOI pitches and also chat about the Women's Presidents Cup Final.
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Episode 4 - Make Mine A Double
After a big win in Waterford, we look forward to the first double header weekend, talk about LOI pitches and also chat about the Women's Presidents Cup Final.Get in touch: https://www.instagram.com/here_to_see_the_shelbourne/
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