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Five for Fighting Irish

Hosted by Andrew McGuinness · news · EN

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Five for Fighting Irish is the perfect show for Irish fans who love hockey. Hosted by Notre Dame students (now graduates!), we discuss the Irish athletics landscape, sharing in the joy of sports, the camaraderie of Notre Dame, and what happens when these two incredible forces mix. We hope you join us for the ride!

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19%

Guest openness

Selective

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What is Five for Fighting Irish about?

Five for Fighting Irish is the perfect show for Irish fans who love hockey. Hosted by Notre Dame students (now graduates!), we discuss the Irish athletics landscape, sharing in the joy of sports, the camaraderie of Notre Dame, and what happens when these two incredible forces mix. We hope you join us for the ride!

Who hosts Five for Fighting Irish?

Five for Fighting Irish is hosted by Andrew McGuinness. The show has published 27 episodes to date.

What has Five for Fighting Irish covered recently?

Recent episodes include "The Last Ride (5/14/26)" (24 May 2026, 48 minutes), "Upside Down (4/27/26)" (24 May 2026, 58 minutes), and "For the League (4/20/26)" (24 May 2026, 59 minutes).

How often does Five for Fighting Irish publish?

Five for Fighting Irish publishes roughly daily, with episodes averaging 54 minutes across 27 episodes.

How hard is it to get booked on Five for Fighting Irish?

Booking probability for Five for Fighting Irish is 19%, and the host is rated Selective on guests. Five for Fighting Irish requires a Pod Score of 80 or higher. Five for Fighting Irish's contact route on record: public web form.

Who should pitch Five for Fighting Irish?

The strongest fits for Five for Fighting Irish are Sports. Five for Fighting Irish has a news audience.

About the host

Andrew McGuinness hosts Five for Fighting Irish, a news podcast with 27 episodes published.

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Recent episodes

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  • May 24, 202648 minS3

    <p>It's the final in-person episode of Five for Fighting Irish (at least for a while), as Ryan, Tyler, and Jack reflect on their times at Notre Dame with the help of a special guest: Tom Rinaldi! From bits to feels...

  • May 24, 202658 minS3

    <p>In the final show before senior week, Jack fulfills J.J.’s request with an in-depth men’s tennis NCAA tournament preview, then the two get existential about the Mets. Some South Bend bar talk also fills the...

  • May 24, 202659 minS3

    <p>Tyler overthrows Jack “Hollywood” Rinaldi’s hosting efforts. But Jimmy is the big winner as he calls in for a fantasy hockey victory lap. Jack’s birthday is also a discussion topic.</p>

  • May 24, 202626 minS3

    <p>The vibes are laid back as Murph and Jack return from Easter Break and enter their final full month of college. Tyler joins late from the links to set the stage for a Name That Tune thriller.</p>

  • May 24, 202634 minS3

    <p>Murph expands his apple crisp agenda with Tyler a late arriver and early goer and Jack busy with bookstore basketball. J.J. and JIrons attempt to fill the gaps by talking about March Madness and softball.</p>

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  • May 24, 20261h 2mS3

    <p>It’s a throwback show as Andrew is in town for a wedding! He tries to instill his “wisdom” on the kids (seniors) through Puckdoku and an NCAA hockey tournament preview.</p>

  • May 24, 20261 hourS3

    <p>Flight chaos sidelines Jack from this show as Tyler and Murph throw it back to the fall 2023 days. Andrew and J.J. try to fill the void with early calls, bringing up student media travel stories and broadcast...

  • May 24, 202659 minS3

    <p>Tyler, Ryan, and Jack discuss a thrilling senior night OT win over Penn State, upcoming baseball broadcasts that J.J. attempts to sponsor/sabotage, and take Andrew’s call-in “Shotgun of the Game” suggestion.</p>

  • May 24, 202659 minS2

    <p>JIrons, Tyler, and Ryan recap Notre Dame’s valiant Big Ten Tournament run as the Jeff Jackson era comes to an end.</p>

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    The Last Ride (5/14/26)

    May 15, 202648 minS3

    <p>It's the final in-person episode of Five for Fighting Irish (at least for a while), as Ryan, Tyler, and Jack reflect on their times at Notre Dame with the help of a special guest: Tom Rinaldi! From bits to feels...

  • Jun 10, 202459 minS1

    <p>Even though we wrapped up the show last week, most of us are still around in finals week for one last ride. We take it by eulogizing the teams eliminated from the first round of the Stanley Cup Playoffs and...

  • Jun 10, 202457 minS1

    <p>It's the final show with the whole crew in person (at least for now). And for once, we managed to stay on time, giving thoughts on each of the 16 playoff teams before an emotional sign-off.</p>

  • Jun 10, 202457 minS1

    <p>Following an electric solo opening by Murph, the gang turns its focus to the Stanley Cup Playoffs, but only after recapping the adventure that was JIrons' 21st birthday party. Plus, Tyler takes a break from talking...

  • Jun 10, 202457 minS1

    <p>Andrew's Flyers and Jimmy's Red Wings are still in the playoff race heading into the final week -- and Murph's Canadiens (partially) hold their fates in their hands.</p>

  • Jun 10, 202457 minS1

    <p>We take a break from hockey this week with Andrew's Flyers in freefall and decide to pivot to the Notre Dame baseball and MLB landscape with our discussion -- and grid game (don't worry, we still played Puckdoku...

  • Jun 10, 202455 minS1

    <p>It's the best month of the year for NCAA Tournament play -- in basketball. The NCAA Hockey Tournament is approaching, but Notre Dame won't be in it after a season-ending sweep in the first round of the Big 10...

  • Jun 10, 202456 minS1

    <p>The squad gives their typical passionate takes on the NCAA Hockey Tournament, plus discusses the always enjoyable topic of sports gambling problems.</p>

  • Jun 10, 202452 minS1

    <p>It's the final show until spring break when the squad will relax and consume various random sporting events. Before then, we examine if Notre Dame has any chance in the Big 10 Tournament and talk about the early...

  • Jun 10, 202459 minS1

    <p>A new theme song constructed by JIrons kicks off this episode of Five for Fighting Irish (twice). The Irish played well against Michigan State but only managed a split. We also have some NHL trades to talk about...

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