The Sports Chronicle

Gareth Thomas - Pride Every Day

In this episode, Wales and Lions rugby legend Gareth Thomas talks to Gavin Cummiskey, reflecting on ten years since he told the world he was gay, the events that led to his decision to make it public and the impact on his life since then. See omnystudio.com/listener [https://omnystudio.com/listener] for privacy information.

Johnny Sexton - Perception vs Reality

Ireland outhalf and Leinster captain Johnny Sexton joins journalist Gavin Cummiskey on The Sports Chronicle to talk about perception versus reality when representing Ireland. Johnny is an ambassador for Laya Healthcare, the Official Health and Wellbeing Partner to Leinster Rugby. Laya healthcare recently released ‘The Sexton Series’ - a three-part digital series that you can watch now on Laya Healthcare Facebook, Twitter and You Tube channels - @LayaHealthcare. See omnystudio.com/listener [https://omnystudio.com/listener] for privacy information.

Ian McKinley - Irish born Italy rugby player.

We speak to Ian McKinley.  Forced to retire from professional rugby with Leinster aged just 21 after losing the sight in his left eye, McKinley made his return to top flight rugby in Italy in 2014 using custom manufactured goggles.  Now an Italy International, the Dubliner will line out against his native Ireland in their showdown in Chicago. See omnystudio.com/listener [https://omnystudio.com/listener] for privacy information.

Felipe Contepomi - Back In Blue

With the return of the Heineken Champions Cup, Leinster backs coach Felipe Contepomi reflects on helping Leinster to its first title in 2009 and what it’s like to be back in the fold. See omnystudio.com/listener [https://omnystudio.com/listener] for privacy information.

Emma O'Reilly - Living In The Slipstream Of Lance Armstrong

Emma O'Reilly talks about her career as a soigneur in the world of cycling, life as part of Lance Armstrong's infamous US Postal team, and the effect of blowing the whistle on the “most sophisticated, professional and successful doping programme sport has ever seen.” See omnystudio.com/listener [https://omnystudio.com/listener] for privacy information.