Donncha O’Callaghan: ‘I remember pushing 40 – which was the age my dad passed away – nearly paranoid, because it could all be gone so quick’The Cork broadcaster on why his mother got him into rugby, Ireland’s World Cup chances, not being a drinker and why Katie Taylor needs to fight in Croke ParkDonncha O'Callaghan. Photo: Clare KeoghAoife Rooney Today at 06:30Donncha O’Callaghan is a podcaster, television personality and former rugby union player from Bishopstown, Co Cork. He is a coach on Ireland’s Fittest Family, and hosts The Offload podcast with Tommy Bowe. He lives in Cork with his wife and four children.

Source: Irish Independent February 04, 2026 10:29 UTC