Detours is an Irish Times Content Studio podcast series created in partnership with Volvo, where Craig Doyle goes for a drive and a chat with some of Ireland's best-known and most interesting people. Through relaxed, revealing conversations on the road, they explore the twists, turns and defining decisions that have shaped their lives and careers.
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In episode four of Detours, Craig Doyle takes a drive with rugby player James Ryan. James Ryan has earned over 100 caps for Leinster, 83 test caps for Ireland and two British & Irish Lions test caps, establishing himself as one of Irish rugby’s most influential forwards of his generation.
In a candid conversation, James opens up about the mindset that fuelled his rise in rugby, how he processes the highs and lows of elite sport, and the influence of a legacy rooted in the events of 1916, which continues to inform the person and player he is today.
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8 Oct 2026
Rachael Blackmore: Highs, lows and breaking barriers
In episode three of Detours, Craig Doyle takes a drive with former jockey Rachael Blackmore. Widely regarded as one of the most successful and influential riders of her generation, Rachael reflects on the determination, resilience and self-belief that powered her remarkable career at the very top of horse racing.
In a candid conversation, Rachael discusses the highs and lows of elite sport, and breaking barriers as a female athlete in a traditionally male-dominated arena. She also shares her perspective on retirement, identity and discovering what comes next after reaching the pinnacle of success.
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24 Sept 2026
Conor Buckley: What happens when the path you planned takes an unexpected turn?
In episode two of Detours, Craig Doyle takes a drive with entrepreneur and 'accidental activist' Conor Buckley. The founder of clothing brand Human Collective, Buckley has been inspired by his mother, the late campaigner Christine Buckley, to speak out on injustice, and particularly on racism in Ireland.
In this episode Conor speaks openly about his own experiences of racism and explains why he remains committed to spreading a message of inclusivity and acceptance.
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3 Sept 2026
Dermot Bannon: A life shaped by detours
What happens when the path you planned takes an unexpected turn?
In episode one of Detours, Craig Doyle takes a drive with Dermot Bannon to explore the pivotal moments, tough decisions and surprising opportunities that have shaped Dermot’s journey.
From a formative childhood abroad to a career-defining change of direction, this is an honest conversation about ambition, uncertainty, and finding purpose in the detours.
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25 Aug 2026
Coming soon: Detours with Craig Doyle
Craig Doyle hits the road with some of Ireland's most interesting people for revealing conversations about life, career and the unexpected detours along the way.
Detours launches September 4th, 2026.
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