From Iron Maiden to Ironman

Episode 38: with Dessie McAleer

From Iron Maiden to Ironman

Show Notes

Micky and Dessie chat and laugh their way through Dessie’s inspirational journey from motorsports, canoeing and skiing to running, cycling and triathlon! Hilarious memories from the 70s, and times gone by, up to the present where Dessie and his family bond together through their shared love of the outdoors. Pour yourself a cuppa, crack open the chocolate digestives, sit back and enjoy …

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