Joe Molloy sits down with Irish Rugby legend Paul O'Connell for an in-depth discussion.

From fishing, changing room speeches and coaching in the modern era, and how does O'Connell look back on his career?

We also hear from Irish Independent soccer writer Seán O'Connor on a topsy-turvy League of Ireland season.

(00:05) – Shelbourne v St. Pat’s madness
(04:18) – League of Ireland title race
(07:13) – Duff v Kenny
(12:20) – Paul O’Connell
(13:40) - Paul's working week 
(15:25) - Last time you cried? 
(18:53) - Relationship with dad 
(27:30) – Talent and coaching
(47:04) - Andy Farrell 
(50:45) - Fear of God and emotion 
(1:08:18) – Are you content with your career?
(1:11:25) – World Cup significance


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Paul O'Connell interview: Emotion, coaching and Irish Rugby

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