About this episode

Dan chats with Brendan Fanning about his new book 'Touching Distance' and discusses Irish rugby with a focus on Ulster.

The Red Hand Podcast is joined by Brendan Fanning this week to discuss his new book “Touching Distance”. Dan has a great chat with him about all things Irish rugby of course with a heavy emphasis on Ulster.

People in this episode

Host: Dan

Guest: Brendan Fanning

Topics covered

• Irish rugby
• Ulster
• Brendan Fanning
• Touching Distance

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Products: Touching Distance

Books & works: Touching Distance

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