What’s the Story? Podcast

This week we welcome Caroline McGuigan back to the podcast. Caroline is the founder and CEO of mental health charity Suicide or Survive.

When we originally spoke to Caroline way back on chapter 22, we were amazed by the response to her story - over a year later and we thought we would check in to see how Ireland is doing with mental health and for the usual waffle the lads provide - including Danny trying to talk about mad cow disease but knowing nothing about it. 

If you want to learn more about Suicide or Survive check out www.suicideorsurvive.ie or if you feel you need to talk to somebody, phone Samaratains on 116 123 - 24 hours-per-day, 7 days-per-week. 

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Nostalgia just aint what it used to be... except for when you're talking about computer games from your childhood. 

This week gaming guru and retro enthusiast Naoise O'Hare stopped by WTS towers in the beautiful surrounds of Fitzpatrick Castle Hotel to talk all things Gamer Con and all things retro gaming. 

Retro gaming has developed a massive following over the past few years as the worlds original home gamers seek out what brought them hours of entertainment as a kid. From Mario to Sonic, Duckhunt to Metal Gear Solid, Golden Axe to Street Fighter, we talk about all the classics and our favourites from down the years. 

Naoise will be manning the Retro Zone at the 2017 Gamer Con which takes place on March 18th and 19th in Dublin's Convention Center. 

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This week we are joined by one of the most successful Irish boxers in History. 

Wayne McCullough is an Olympic Silver Medal winner and went on to become the WBC Bantamweight Champion of the world. 

We talked to The Pocket Rocket about his incredbile career and some of his favourite moments from his years in the ring. We also hear how he is looking to establish a stable of Irish fighters at his gym on the west coast of America, including reaching out to fellow Irish Olympians Paddy Barnes and Michael Conlon. 

Wayne talked about his love of The UFC and Mixed Martial Arts and how even at 46 he reckons he could take on current 125lb king pin, Demetrious "Mighty Mouse" Johnson. 

Wayne also gives his take on a certain Conor McGregor, including the much rumoured McGregor v Mayweather superfight. 

Remember to rate, review, subscribe and share if you like what you heard - WTSpod is brought to you by Fitzpatrick Castle Hotel, check out www.fitzpatrickcastle.com for more. 

So long 2016, hello 2017. 

Friend of the podcast, Gary Mackle makes a welcome return to Fitzpatrick Castle Hotel and joins the lads for their review of 2016... kind of. 

We had great inentions of reviewing 2016 but as usual, tangents and rabbit holes get the better of the conversations. 

This week we welcomed one of Ireland's most beloved drag acts to Fitzpatrick Castle to get a glimpse of life through the eyes of an all singing, all dancing entertainment sensation. 

Davina Devine has been performing nationally and internationally for over a decade. She is the resident Queen of Dublin's iconic gay bar "The George" and hosts her own night every Thursday. 

Merry Christmas to you and yours, thanks for listening. 

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This week the lads welcome friend of the show, Paul Howard to studio 9 in Fitzpatrick Castle. 

One of the most popular guests to ever feature on WTSpod, Paul is a multi award winning journalist and author who created the infamous and beloved, Ross O'Carroll Kelly. 

Paul's latest book "I read the news today, oh boy" is about the life and times of Tara Browne. A man who died at the age of 21 and yet led one of the most fascinating and incredible lives of any figure from the 20th century. 

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This week the lads bring WTSpod on tour and record part of the chapter in Danny's car and the other part in the company of journalist and broadcaster Jessica Kelly in Dublin's Newstalk FM. 

Jess has been with Newstalk radio for over 6 years now and is currently the technology correspondent for the station. She is a regular contributor to the Pat Kenny show and can be heard across all shows discussing the latest and best bits from the technology world. 

Special thanks to Jess and all in Newstalk for allowing us use their studio for recording this week. 

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Ronan Burtenshaw is a journalist, broadcaster political genius and Dail Researcher. He covers Ireland and Britain for Jacobin Magazine and has featured on Tonight with Vincent Browne. 

We talked to Ronan about Fidel Castro, Brexit, Trump and even Bertie this week as Ronan brings a bit of political nouce to two bewildered lads who like to think they know about important stuff but really would be better off talking about Attenborough shows again or that time Hulk Hogan turned heel and formed the NWO. 

We announce the winner of our Brock Lesnar competition and loads more besides. Hit that subscribe button where ever you listen and don't forget to rate, review and share. 

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Adam Burke is one Ireland's finest comedians. A native of Bray (Bré) Co. Wicklow he launched The Hardy Har comedy club 8 years ago and it has become a favourite amongst comedy fans and comedians.

He has played some of the best venues around the country and featured in comedy festivals that would make any joke writer blush, including launching the incredible Bray Comedy Festival which will run again in February 2017 for the third year running. 

Ontop of all this Adam has been known to dawn some spandex and boots between the ropes as professional wrestler. He has been in the squared circle with legends like Dan Severen, current WWE Smackdown Women's champion Becky Lynch and of course, fellow Bray man and friend of the show Finn Bálor. 

Be sure to check Adam's solo show "Adam Burke is Alive" on December 8th in the Hardy Har Comedy Club, Harbour Bar, Bray. 

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This week on WTSpod, Danny & Mero change things up a bit. There's more Trump talk, Conor McGregor is the King of The World, Danny insults vegans and Mero is still talking about his new found celebrity status thanks to Tesco. 

All of this and loads more besides, including how you can get involved in our 2016 Christmas Special AND its competition time - You'll need to head over to our facebook and twitter pages for details on how you can. 

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Way back in chapter 9 we spoke to Borough legend Patrick "Pajo" Flynn. Over a year later and Pajo has called time on a football career that seen him play alongside some legends of the game in England before returning home to become a fan favourite (in most cases) with clubs across the country. 

Having laced up the boots for the last time as a pro, Pajo penned a heartfelt thank you letter to fans, friends, family and clubs from down the years which went viral and was shared thousands of times. A two time League of Ireland winner, a Setanta Cup winner and a Division 1 winner, Pajo will always be rememberd as a no nonsense player who gave everything he had. It was a pleasure to welcome him to Fitzpatrick Castle Hotel and congratulate him on wonderful career. 

With UFC 205 just days away WTSpod sticks with tradition and brings you a special chapter ahead of Conor McGregor stepping into the Octagon once again. 

This week on WTSpod the lads are joined by historian, author, broadcaster and League of Ireland fan, Donal Fallon. 

We last spoke to Saskia over a year ago when she was on the brink of qualifying for the 2016 Rio Olympic Games. 

This week on the award winning WTSpod we welcomed one of Ireland's brightest talents to Fitzpatrick Castle Hotel. 

This week Danny has the dreaded man flu and Mero has to put up with his grumpy whinging. 

Paul Kelly and Gordon Rochford AKA Those Conspiracy Guys have gone from Ireland's best kept secret, to Ireland's leading independent podcast. 

This week the lads welcomed Rob Hartnett to Fitzpatrick's Castle in a bid to learn more about the commercial side of sport. 

This week the lads are joined by a man who is responsible for ushering in the golden age of style in the borough. Jason Brophy is the creative director of Men's Hair Co. - One of Dublin's most popular and beloved barbers.

This week the lads are joined by one of the nicest men in Irish entertainment and a third generation actor - the great Aonghus Óg McAnally. He is a third generation actor, following in the footsteps of his father Aonghus McAnally and his grandfather, the late, brilliant Ray McAnally. 

This week on the award winning WTSpod Danny & Mero had the pleasure of welcoming climate scientist, lecturer and current Chairperson of Friends of Earth Ireland, "The Verdant Yank", Dr. Cara Augustenborg. 

The lads are joined by the esteemed force of Gary Mackle this week. A man with countless opinions and a beautiful mind. 

This week on WTSpod we welcome the brilliant Paddy McKenna to Fitzpatrick's Castle Hotel. 

With UFC 202 on our doorstep we continue our tradition of a bonus chapter ahead of The Notorious Conor McGregor fighting. In the past we've brought you WTSpod from Vegas, Chael Sonnen and Mero in Vegas but this time we've out done all of that.