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Clare FMFormer Mayor Of Clare Bill Chambers To Be Laid To Rest TodayThe funeral of Former Mayor of Clare Bill Chambers takes place today.
The former West Clare councillor passed away peacefully on Wednesday evening and served over 38 years on the local authority prior to his retirement in 2023.
He will be laid to rest following a funeral mass in St. Senan’s Church in his native Cooraclare at 12.30pm.
A guard of honour will be formed by the elected members of Clare County Council alongside members of the Council’s Executive, while the flags outside Áras Contae an Chláir will fly at half mast.
Cooraclare Parish Priest, Fr Anthony Casey, says Bill w...
2025-08-1704 min
2025-08-1522 minClare FMNew Clare Senior Football Manager Paul Madden Speaking With Clare FM's Derrick LynchNew Clare Senior Football Manager Paul Madden Speaking With Clare FM's Derrick Lynch
2025-08-1511 min
Clare FMFunding Boost To Create "North Clare Atlantic Community Sports Hub"Sporting projects in Clare are set to receive a welcome boost following a significant funding announcement.
It comes as the Clare Local Sports Partnership has been granted €91,500 under the Dormant Accounts Fund.
€41,500 will go towards developing the North Clare Atlantic Community Sports Hub, €20,000 for volunteer supports, with the €30,000 remaining to promote disability sports inclusion.
Clare Local Sports Partnership CEO John Sweeney says it's a very exciting project.
2025-08-1503 min
Clare FMClare FM’s Summer Tour – MountshannonThursday's Morning Focus broadcasted live from Inis Cealtra Visitor Experience in Mountshannon as part of Clare FM’s Summer Tour.
Alan Morrissey spoke with community leaders, local business owners, and residents about the village’s cultural vibrancy, tourism potential, and ongoing environmental and development projects.
To discuss digital infrastructure and public works in East Clare, Alan was joined by Jackie Dermody, Analyst Developer at DigiClare and Declan Flanagan, Senior Executive Engineer with Killaloe Municipal District.
Tourism came under the spotlight in a discussion with Maurice Walsh, Vice Chair of the Clare Tourism Advisory Forum. Maurice shared his concerns about visitor numb...
2025-08-142h 20Clare FMClare Crusaders Deemed Example Of "Best Practice" As €300,000 Funding AnnouncedA Clare charity which provides free therapy to children with special needs has been described as an example of "best practice" at a national level.
Government funding of €300,000 for the Clare Crusaders Clinic in Barefield has been announced during a ministerial visit to the facility today.
Set up in 2007 by former Independent Councillor Ann Norton along with a group of parents, Clare Crusaders is a self-financing charity that gives more than 450 children with special needs in the county access to free therapy and specialist treatment.
The organisation's management has long lamented the fact that it receives no State funding and in...
2025-08-1412 minClare FMEast Clare Residents Urged To Share Knowledge Of Invasive Plant Species At Public MeetingResidents in east Clare are being encouraged to share their knowledge on the location of invasive plant species, as part of efforts to improve biodiversity and water quality in the county. Invasive plant species are to be tackled under a new partnership agreement between Clare Local Development Company and Waters of LIFE over the coming three years. Waters of LIFE is active in the east of the county as an EU-funded programme to protect and restore water quality and it's hosting a public meeting focused on protecting east Clare's natural heritage in Flagmount next Wednesday from 7.30pm. Waters Of LIFE...
2025-08-1405 minClare FMClare Football Legend Looking Forward To Seeing Madden Setup In ActionA Clare football star is hailing the appointment of Paul Madden as the county's new senior football boss.
The Ennis native will take the reins on a three-year term, succeeding Peter Keane in the role, who departed last week.
Madden had been seen as a strong contender, since the departure of Mark Fitzgerald last year, having guided Éire Óg to three of the last four Clare Senior Football Championships.
Former Clare Captain Garry Brennan has been telling Clare FM's Daragh Dolan that he's looking forward to seeing the new setup in action.
2025-08-1303 minClare FMClare Received 50% Fewer IDA Site Visits Than Limerick Since 2015Clare received half the IDA site visits as neighbouring Limerick over the past decade. New figures show the Industrial Development Authority visited Clare on 212 occasions since 2015, with 424 site visits going to Limerick. Although Clare did receive the 6th greatest total of IDA site visits nationwide during this period, it was still just 10% of the activity seen in Dublin. Shannon Chamber CEO Helen Downes says that it's vital efforts are made to grow local employment.
2025-08-1303 minClare FMClare In Line For Tropical Temperatures And Thunderstorms This WeekClare is in line to receive both tropical temperatures and thunderstorms this week. Met Eireann is forecasting temperatures as high as 28 degrees for the county today, which is expected to be picked up near Shannon's weather station from 4pm to 6pm this afternoon. Although Clare's temperatures will stay between the high teens and mid twenties for the rest of the week, it's expected the pressure will lead to heavy downpours tomorrow and potentially low level weather warnings. Met Eireann Meteorologist Siobhán Ryan has been telling Clare FM's Daragh Dolan that some areas could experience a heatwave.
2025-08-1202 min
Clare FMClare FM's Summer Tour - EnnisTuesday's Morning Focus broadcasted live from the De Valera Public Library in Ennis as part of Clare FM's Summer Tour.
Alan Morrissey spoke with local representatives, community leaders, and residents about ongoing projects, upcoming events, and issues affecting the town.
To discuss business, tourism, and local development, Alan was joined by Senior Engineer & Ennis MD Co-ordinator, Seán Lenihan, Mayor of Ennis, Cllr Mary Howard, Ennis Chamber President, Diarmuid McMahon, Paddy Tiernan A/Senior Executive Engineer, Ennis MD and Pat Slattery, Acting Town Foreman.
Inagh's resident, Colleen Shanks highlighted the call for a dedicated dog park and Alan Shoosmith discussed t...
2025-08-122h 16Clare FMNew Plans Could See Working Clare Asylum Seekers Pay For IPAS AccommodationThe Clare Immigrant Support Network says any plans to charge working asylum seekers for their accommodation must be assessed on a case by case basis.
The Government is reportedly considering plans to charge asylum seekers with jobs up to €238 per week to live in IPAS centres to combat rising costs.
There are currently 992 International Protection Applicants living across 12 centres in Clare.
Clare Immigrant Support Network Manager Simon O'Treasaigh has been telling Clare FM's Daragh Dolan that many migrants are in casual employment and insists a one-size fits all approach cannot be applied.
2025-08-1102 min
Clare FMHER Outdoors Week Encourages Clare Women To Get ActiveWomen and girls across County Clare are being invited to step outside, try something new, and embrace all the outdoors has to offer, as HER Outdoors Week returns for its fifth year.
Running from August 11th to 17th, the national initiative aims to boost female participation in outdoor sports and recreation. In Clare, there’s a packed schedule of events to get involved in, from surfing and snorkelling to hiking and cycling.
To talk more about what’s happening locally and why this campaign continues to grow in impact each year, Peter O'Connell was joined by by Jessica O’Keeffe, Outdoo...
2025-08-0819 min
Clare FMInagh Kilnamona and Clooney Quin Looking To Put One Foot In TUS Clare SHC QFInagh Kilnamona and Clooney Quin will be looking to put one foot into the quarter finals of the TUS Clare Senior Hurling Championship when they face off this weekend.
The top two in Group 2 meet in the first of a double header in Zimmer Biomet Páirc Chiosóg on Sunday afternoon.
The Combo racked up 31 points in their opening round success over Corofin, while Clooney/Quin shook off the challenge of Broadford late on to register their win.
Clare FM analyst Kevin Sheehan, says while Inagh/Kilnamona will have been happy to get minutes under the belts of returning pl...
2025-08-0809 minClare FMNearly €800,000 Added To Clare's Funding For Rural Road And Laneway UpgradesNearly €800,000 has been added to Clare's funding allocation for rural road and laneway upgrade works this year.
The Department of Rural and Community Development and the Gaeltacht has announced a further €14 million will go to local authorites nationwide under the Local Improvement Scheme for 2025.
Clare has been given an extra €788,498, bringing its allocation for this year to €1.7 million, while the total budget nationwide is now €30 million.
Lisdoonvarna Fine Gael Councillor Joe Garrihy has been telling Clare FM's Seán Lyons the county has been playing "catch-up" when it comes to roads funding in recent years.
2025-08-0703 minClare FMScariff And Ballyea Hoping To Bounce Back In TUS Clare SHC Round 2 ClashScariff and Ballyea will be hoping to bounce back from opening round defeats when they face off in Round 2 of the TUS Clare Senior Hurling Championship.
The sides meet in Zimmer Biomet Páirc Chiosóg on Sunday afternoon, knowing defeat will put their championship campaign in serious jeopardy.
Ballyea surrendered an eleven point half time lead as they lost by a point to Kilmaley, while Scariff were edged out by Cratloe by three points first time out.
Clare FM analyst, Tommy Guilfoyle, says both teams will be looking to finish the game stronger this time around.
Throw on Sunday is...
2025-08-0707 minClare FMGardaí Called To Over 590 Crashes In Clare This Year As Motorists Urged To SlowGardaí are imploring motorists in Clare to slow down this Bank Holiday weekend amid concerns over a rising number of road traffic incidents.
So far this year, Gardaí have responded to 592 crashes in this county alone.
Additionally, 94 people have been caught drink driving in Clare, an increase of 45% from this time last year.
Clare Community Engagement Functional Area Superintendent John Ryan has been telling Clare FM's Daragh Dolan there'll be extra patrols and checkpoints in the coming days and that it's not worth taking a risk.
2025-08-0105 min
Clare FMDigiHubs In ClareWith schools closed and holiday season in full swing, balancing work and family can be a challenge, especially if you're working remotely.
But in County Clare, local DigiHubs are offering a practical solution.
Operated by Clare County Council, these Connected Hubs provide quiet, professional workspaces across the county. From Kilkee to Ennistymon, making it easier for working parents and holidaymakers to stay connected while enjoying summer with the family.
To tell us more, Derrick Lynch was joined by Jackie Dermody, IS Analyst Developer at Digiclare with Clare County Council.
2025-07-3108 minClare FMClare TD Claims He Won't Allow Funding For Small Businesses To Drop In Budget 2026A Clare Government TD claims he'll work to ensure funding for small businesses in the county isn't slashed in the next Budget. A Department of Enterprise response to a parliamentary question from Bodyke Fine Gael TD Joe Cooney has revealed businesses supported by Enterprise Ireland in Clare have risen by 7% in the last year, bringing the total amount of EI-supported jobs here to 5,566. Clare's Local Enterprise Office received over €1.3 million in funding in 2024 which resulted in 228 small businesses and 1,300 jobs here being supported. Deputy Cooney says amid much economic uncertainty the level of financial support being offered to Clare businesses mu...
2025-07-3104 minClare FMClare Munster Rep Labels Timing Of Munster Football Seeding Proposal 'Ironic'Clare's Munster Council representative Bernard Keane is questioning the timing of the proposed changes to the Munster Football Championship structure.
The new proposal would see Cork take the place of Clare as a seeded county for 2026, based off a higher National Football League position.
The current seeding system has been in place since 2015, and would see Clare given automatic progression to the semi final, on the opposite side to reigning champions Kerry, on account of reaching the provincial decider this year.
Keane says its 'ironic' changes are being floated now Clare have slipped out of contention in Division 2.
2025-07-3108 min
Clare FMClare Musicians Feature In Fleadh 25As Wexford Town gears up to host Fleadh Cheoil na hÉireann this August, all eyes are on the talented musicians representing County Clare.
From Broadford to Lisdoonvarna and Drumquin, Clare’s rich musical heritage is alive and well in the hands of rising stars and seasoned performers alike.
Brian Cavanagh and Sinéad Mulqueen (Broadford), Bethan Marsh (Lisdoonvarna), and Tim Howard (Drumquin) are the names carrying Clare’s musical torch as they compete for a coveted place in the All-Ireland finals.
2025-07-3014 minClare FMMayor Welcomes Approval Of West Clare Flood Defence SchemeThe Mayor of Clare expects a flood defence scheme in West Clare to have a "positive result for the surrounding area and residents". Minister of State with responsibility for the Office of Public Works Kevin Boxer Moran has confirmed that the OPW has approved funding of €16,034 for Clare County Council's planned flood mitigation works at Lacknashinagh in Kildysart. The project will involve the reconstruction of an estuary embankment and reinforcement with gabion mattress. Clarecastle Fine Gael Councillor Paul Murphy says it's a win for the whole county.
2025-07-2805 min
Clare FMClare FM Commentary Of 2025 ZuCar All Ireland Minor LGFA B FinalClare FM's Derrick Lynch is joined by former Clare LGFA manager & owner of iGaelic Coach Evan Talty for commentary on Clare's All Ireland Minor B LGFA final win over Sligo
2025-07-271h 08Clare FMClare Crowned All Ireland Minor B Ladies Football ChampionsClare's minor ladies footballers have been crowned All Ireland champions.
Barry Donnelly's side secured a 1-8 to 0-7 win over reigning champions Sligo in the Connacht GAA Centre of Excellence in Bekan, Co Mayo this afternoon.
The crucial score, a goal off the boot of Aoibheann Ryan, came just before the half time whistle to give Clare a 1-3 to 0-4 lead as the sides headed for the dressing room.
Clare FM analyst Evan Talty says Clare showed immense resilience to grind out the result in the closing stages.
2025-07-2602 minClare FMNorth Clare Private Water Supply Fails E.Coli Standards For Second Year RunningA North Clare drinking water supply has failed to comply with E.Coli standards for the second year in a row. According to the Environmental Protection Agency's latest annual report Monreagh-Tubber was among the 3% of private schemes nationwide to test positive for the bacteria, which can lead to serious gastrointestinal illness. It's understood the Monreagh-Tubber supply has been operating under a boil water notice for the last year and that it will be connected to the public mains in the coming months. EPA Wastewater and Drinking Water Inspector, Michelle Roche has been telling Clare FM's Daragh Dolan however that the...
2025-07-2302 min
Clare FMClare Candidate For European Volunteering Capital 2027Clare is in the running to become the European Volunteering Capital for 2027.
Representatives of Clare County Council and Clare Volunteer Centre travelled to Brussels for the official presentation of the “candidacy certificate” for the prestigious European Volunteering Capital 2027 title, a key part of the bidding process.
If successful in the bid, County Clare would become an internationally recognised centre for excellence in policies and programmes supporting volunteers and volunteering.
To find out more, Alan Morrissey was joined by Sharon Meaney, Manager of Clare Volunteer Centre and Brendan Boyce, Integration Support Coordinator for Clare County Council.
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Clare FMControversy In East Clare As Reformed Appeals Board Grants Permission For Mountain Wind FarmThere’s undoubtedly renewed frustration in East Clare as An Comisúin Pleanala has granted permission for a 7X 179 to 180m turbine windfarm at Lackareagh Beg near Broadford.
EDF Renewables claims its project will power over 35,000 homes and has promised a €240,000 per year community benefit fund.
Clare County Council had initially rejected the plans over visual amenity, wildlife and biodiversity concerns after receiving 80 objections in just two months, making the prospect of a judicial review seem likely.
Alan Morrissey was speaking about this with Konrad Rumberger, who has previously raised concerns over wind farms in East Clare.
2025-07-2212 min
Clare FMWind Energy Ireland Backs Proposal For Clare As Pilot Project AreaIreland's largest representative body for the wind energy sector believes Clare could become a pilot area for testing floating offshore projects.
It follows a proposal put forward at the Oireachtas Committee on Fisheries and Maritime Affairs, which focused on planning challenges in renewable energy.
Clare's coast has the potential to harness roughly 70 Gigga-Watts of green electricity, however a zoning map for sites to be developed, won't be ready until the end of 2027.
Responding to Clare Fine Gael TD Joe Cooney, Wind Energy Ireland External Affairs Director Justin Moran says testing sites are needed.
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Clare FMSouth East Clare Show Returns For 2025The South East Clare Show is making a comeback!
The event will take place in Bridgetown on Sunday, 27th July.
After last year’s cancellation, this year will be the 32nd edition of the show.
Aside from horse, cattle and dog shows, there will be entertainment for the children and lots more besides.
To chat about the South East Clare Show, Alan Morrissey was joined by a member of the Organising Committee, Rosemarie Stewart.
PHOTO CREDIT: South East Clare Show via Facebook
2025-07-1710 min
Clare FMClare Councillors Submit First Motion Calling For Jenny’s Law To Be PublishedIn April 2021, Jennifer Poole’s life was tragically and violently taken from her by a man she once trusted, someone whose long history of violence remained hidden from her, and from a system that should have protected her.
This tragedy compelled her brother, Jason Poole, to stand up, not only for Jennifer, but also for every woman in Ireland who lives in fear behind closed doors.
Her death triggered the launch of a national campaign for “Jennie’s Law”, which represents a powerful call for systemic and fundamental change to Ireland’s approach to domestic violence.
Jennie’s Law would essentially...
2025-07-1705 minClare FMManagers Views - 2025 Clare SFC Round One Clare FM Commentary GamesManagers Views - 2025 Clare SFC Round One Clare FM Commentary Games
Eire Óg v Cratloe; Kilmihil v Lissycasey; KIB v Miltown
2025-07-1726 minClare FMClare IFA Chair Rails Against Proposed Merging Of CAP With Other FundsThe Clare branch of the Irish Farmers Association believes any reduction in agriculture funding at EU level would be devastating for Clare.
It comes as the European Commission is to propose merging Common Agricultural Policy funding with other funds from the start of its next budgetary cycle in 2028.
CAP is believed to be worth €96 million to Clare annually.
Feakle farmer and Chairperson of the Clare branch of the IFA Stephen Walsh says given the climbing age profile of farmers here, funding needs to be increased rather than slashed.
2025-07-1604 min
Clare FMClare History In Focus: Lisdoonvarna And County Clare 150 Years AgoIn this week’s History in Focus, Alan Morrissey was joined by local historian and author, Colm Liddy to focus on Lisdoonvarna And County Clare 150 Years Ago
If you have any stories you would like to share with Colm about your town, you can contact him at colmliddy@eircom.net or Clare FM at focus@clare.fm.
2025-07-1516 minClare FMAlmost 30% Of Clare Pubs Closed Since 2005The more than 100 pub closures in Clare in the past two decades are being attributed to changing attitudes to nightlife and socialising. A new report from the Drinks Industry Group has revealed that 108 pubs have ceased trading here in the last 20 years, accounting for almost 30% of the number operating in the county in 2005. Clare has the 10th highest closure rate nationwide according to the figures, and the Drinks Industry Group is forecasting a further 1,000 closures nationwide within the next decade. Martin Baker of the Burren Inn in Tubber has been telling Clare FM's Seán Lyons there's no evidence the G...
2025-07-1408 min
Love Patty Podcast: Genuine Conversations on fertility, family, feminism, and life as a modern female37| Michelle Patricia. Clare's Mum talks FIFO wife life, raising kids solo, her village, returning to work, the joys of being a grandparent and why millennials are struggling in parenthood.Patty's please welcome Clare's Mum, Michelle; she is often referred to as MarMar on the podcast. Michelle has come to share her wisdom and experiences on raising two young kids mostly solo. Her husband Tony was FIFO, and as marine engineer he would be at sea on large ships for 6 months at a time, where contact was limited to just a phone call when he reached port. Michelle fell pregnant with her son Jackson, where Tony was then away for the final 6 months of her pregnancy. Tony was home for Jackson’s birth, and then had to leave for sea ag...
2025-07-131h 21Clare FMClare Chief Fire Officer Urges People Not To Light Fires This WeekendClare's Chief Fire Officer is urging people not to light fire under any circumstances this week. The Banner County will be under a status yellow high temperature warning from 12pm on Saturday until 6am on Sunday, with temperatures of above 27 degrees expected. Met Éireann is warning of potential water safety issues, forest fires, uncomfortable sleeping conditions and heat stress. Clare County Fire and Rescue Service's Chief Fire Officer Adrian Kelly has been telling Clare FM's Seán Lyons once a fire starts, particularly near vegetation, it's very difficult to stop it.
2025-07-1103 min
The Unplugged LifeEpisode 14 - Gratitude Unfiltered: Finding Joy Beyond the Scroll With Clare PattersonWelcome to a very special episode of The Unplugged Life Podcast! This week, your host Clare Gent is joined by her dear friend and esteemed psychotherapist, Clare Patterson, from Therapist's Corner.In this deep dive into Gratitude, we challenge the conventional "buzzword" perception and explore what true gratitude actually means for high-achieving mums in our always-on world. Clare Patterson shares profound insights from her work, helping us understand how cultivating a genuine feeling of gratitude can be a powerful force in your mental health journey.In this episode, we explore:Gratitude beyond the concept...
2025-07-1027 minClare FMClare GAA Chair Claims Lohan Reappointment A Vote Of Confidence For Clare HurlingThe chairman of Clare GAA claims Brian Lohan's decision to stay on as manager of the Clare senior hurlers represents a great vote of confidence in the potential for the coming years.
At last night's meeting of the county board delegates, it was confirmed Lohan would remain at the helm, with the Wolfe Tones clubman committing to a further three years in charge.
Meanwhile, the county's underage management will also remain together, with both Terence Fahy and Ger O'Connell to continue in charge of the Under 20 and minor teams respectively
Clare GAA Chair, Kieran Keating, has been telling me that...
2025-07-0909 minClare FMPotato Blight Warning For Clare In Effect TodayA potato blight warning comes into effect in Clare today. Met Éireann has issued an environmental advisory for the possibility of potato blight for seven counties including Clare, owing to weather conditions which could lead to the spread of the pathogen. The period of the warning begins at midday today and will conclude at 11:30pm on Wednesday. Feakle-based Chairperson of the Clare Irish Farmers' Assocation, Stephen Walsh, is urging farmers to spray their potatoes early.
2025-07-0803 minClare FMClaims Cost Of Clare Homes Plateauing Not A Sign Of Bucking The Trend Of Price IncreasesIt's claimed that the plateauing of house prices in Clare is the result of the market levelling out, rather than "bucking the trend" of rising house prices.
The latest quarterly report from MyHome.ie shows the median cost of a home in Clare is €295,000, the same as in quarter one, but up €20,000 on 2024 figures.
However, the cost of a 3-bed-semi-detached house in the county now costs €26,000 more than it did this time last year, despite an over €7,500 price dip since March.
Managing Director of Myhome.ie Joanne Geary has been telling Clare FM's Darragh O'Grady that constrained supply is resulting in the l...
2025-07-0707 min
Clare FMFutureproof Clare Objects To EPA About Aughinish Alumina Dredging & Dumping LicenceFutureproof Clare (FPC), a grassroots environmental group active in Clare and the Shannon region, recently made a submission to the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) to object to the renewal of the Aughinish Alumina (AAL) dredging and dumping at sea licence.
The EPA has granted a new licence to Russian-owned alumina refinery to extend its dredging operations around Foynes port and to dump dredged materials at a new dredging site near Foynes Island.
The 10-year dredging and dumping at sea licence was granted by the EPA despite local objections from individuals and groups expressing concerns for the wellbeing of the Shannon...
2025-07-0712 minClare FM'Chilly Clancy And Brrr Loughnane' To Take Charge Of Gritting Clare's RoadsChilly Clancy, Brrr Lougnane and Gritsmilebridge will be among the vehicles enlisted to salt Clare's roads this Winter.
It follows the results of Clare County Council's inagural 'Name Our Gritter' competition, which received 122 entries from 18 schools.
The winners coming from Clouna, Coolmeen and Knocknerra National Schools rounded off naming the seven strong fleet with the addition of 'Carriga-cold', Kilfenora Gritter Blaster and Kilfreeze and all decals will be added in the coming months.
Clare County Council Senior Engineer Cyril Feeney says they'll play a vital role in keeping roads safe.
2025-07-0503 minClare FMOver 100 Clare Family Carers See Increase To AllowanceOver 100 family carers in Clare will receive an increased allowance from this week. The Department of Social Protection has announced that the weekly income disregard for Carer's Allowance has been bumped up to €625 for a single person and €1,250 for a couple. Over 5,200 recipients of the allowance will now avail of a higher rate of payment including 107 in Clare. Clare family carer and Chairperson of EDS Ireland, Anne Micks, claims however that carers are being forced to survive on an amount below the living wage.
2025-07-0413 minClare FMOver 100 Clare Family Carers See Increase To AllowanceOver 100 family carers in Clare will receive an increased allowance from this week. The Department of Social Protection has announced that the weekly income disregard for Carer's Allowance has been bumped up to €625 for a single person and €1,250 for a couple. Over 5,200 recpients of the allowance will now avail of a higher rate of payment including 107 in Clare. Clare family carer and Chairperson of EDS Ireland, Anne Micks, claims however that carers are being forced to survive on an amount below the living wage.
2025-07-0413 min
Clare FMEast Clare Golf Club Junior CampThe next generation of golfers hoping to follow in the footsteps of Rory McIlroy and Shane Lowry have been put through their paces in East Clare this week.
Bodyke has been the scene for the latest Junior Camp at East Clare Golf Club.
The club is home to a Dr. Arthur Spring designed Championship parkland course, which is idyllically situated in the rolling East Clare landscape just a stone's throw from Lough Derg.
On Monday and Tuesday this week, a host of young golfers have been levelling up their game, sharpening their swing, and having fun on the fairways!
Alan...
2025-07-0314 minClare FMBack Up Broadband Supply Demanded In West Clare Following Second Major Outage In WeeksA contingency broadband supply is being demanded in West and North Clare following a second major outage in weeks.
Extensive accidental damage was caused to the network between Ennistymon and Corofin last night, leaving over 3,500 customers without internet and phone coverage, following an incident involving agricutural machinery.
It comes just three weeks after a road traffic collision in Kilrush resulted in the disconnection of services for over 4,000 homes and businesses.
West Clare Fianna Fáil Councillor Rita McInerney has been telling Clare FM's Daragh Dolan the current system is not equipped to meet modern lifestyle demands.
2025-07-0205 min
Clare FMClare Taxi Numbers Increased Last Year, But Is It Really Making A Difference?The number of registered taxi drivers in Clare increased by 10 last year to 419, marking a 2.5% annual rise. Since 2019’s high of having 430 taxis, Clare last 11 taxis, meaning this county has the sixth best retention rate in Ireland for the timeframe.
However has Clare’s taxi issue improved and are people still facing challenges on nights out and getting to work ?
To address the nighttime element at least, Clare FM's Daragh Dolan has been speaking to Clarecastle Sinn Féin Councillor Tommy Guilfoyle, who's also a member of the Ennis Purple Flag Committee which is charged with ensuring Ennis has a vibra...
2025-06-3014 min
Clare FMAlan O’Callaghan Reflects On Year As Mayor Of ClareKilmurry based Fianna Fáil Councillor Alan O’Callaghan’s term as Mayor of Clare comes to an end today (Friday).
The Mayoral chains are set to be handed over to Clarecastle Fine Gael Cllr Paul Murphy, who’ll become the first Magpie to hold the office.
For Cllr O’Callaghan it was a year that started with a bang, with one of his first official functions welcoming home the All-Ireland Champions, all going well Cllr Murphy will get to do the same for Clare’s Minor side after this weekend.
However, Alan O’Callaghan also witnessed the opening of the historic...
2025-06-2714 min
Clare FMClare Greyhound Sanctuary Makes Urgent Plea for Donations as Costs Exceed Available FundsClare Greyhound Sanctuary is in crisis.
After months of rising costs and falling donations, they’ve had to stop taking in new dogs, simply because they can’t afford to care for them.
With vet bills mounting and urgent repairs needed, the team has launched a GoFundMe, hoping to raise €5,000 to keep going.
To discuss this issue further Peter O'Connell was joined by Petra Meyer who runs the Clare Greyhound Sanctuary.
PHOTO CREDIT: Clare Greyhound Sanctuary
2025-06-2704 minClare FMClare Pothole Damage Claims Reach Seven-Year HighThe number of claims made by motorists to Clare County Council for pothole damage has reached a seven year high. New data shows there were 780 complaints made to the local authority last year, resulting in 49 claims, all of which were settled. Just over €7,400 was paid out in compensation to Clare motorists last year, while in the same timeframe the council spent over €37m on road maintenance. Maghera Fianna Fáil Councillor Pat Hayes has been telling Clare FM's Daragh Dolan however that the funding is not enough and the council is not sufficiently resourced to tackle the problem.
2025-06-2605 min
Intensive Clare"I’m getting so worried about Clare now that it wouldn’t surprise me if Shane O’Donnell lined out on Sunday at the edge of the square""I’m getting so worried about Clare now that it wouldn’t surprise me if Shane O’Donnell lined out on Sunday at the edge of the square"0:00 - 6:03 - Intro6:03 - 33:29 - It’s make-or-break for both Clare and Louth this Sunday when they face off in a winner-takes-all showdown for a place in the All-Ireland Senior Football Championship Preliminary Quarter-Finals a week later. Everything you need to know about this pivotal clash is right here as Kieran Madigan and 'Louth and Proud' Podcast host Dan Bannon debate the plus...
2025-06-101h 28Intensive ClareClare Credit Unions Senior Camogie Championship Draw liveIntensive Clare joined forces with Clare Camogie to conduct this year’s Clare Credit Unions Senior Camogie Championship draw live in Fr. McNamara Park. Join Eoin Brennan, James Lynch, Clare Camogie PRO Brid MacNamara and Fixtures Secretary Ann Marsh McMahon as the groups are decided for this year’s race for the McMahon Cup.This is part one of three Intensive Clare podcasts this week which will include the regular magazine show on Tuesday evening while on Thursday stay tuned to this channel for further discussions on the Clare Senior Camogie Championship draw with representatives from all ten...
2025-06-0914 minLove Patty Podcast: Genuine Conversations on fertility, family, feminism, and life as a modern female28| Lisa Coker Women's Widsom. Clare's Surprise Engagement! Womb Hara Massage. Pelvic steam & female anatomy educator. Womancraft and cyclical wisdom. Supporting all phases of a women's life. Hormones. Female depletion. Healing. Honouring early pregnancy loss. Blighted Ovum. Supporting Chloe through fertility, pregnancy and postpartum.Episode 28 | Lisa Coker: Reclaiming Women’s Wisdom Through the Womb:
In this deeply nurturing episode, we sit down with Lisa Coker—healer, womb and Hara massage therapist, pelvic steam facilitator, and devoted educator of female anatomy and cyclical wisdom. But first, Clare surprises Chloe live on air with her beautiful engagement story, with George asking 'Mummy do you want my name?" and little Emma declaring her love for the 'shiny' ring- hi fiance! Congratulations Clare and Gregg! Next, Chloe, Clare and Lisa,explore the sacred art of womancraft, from female hormones, and the experience of depletion, to honou...
2025-05-041h 10
Midlife Mindset - It’s Never Too LateIt's Never Too Late Podcast - Season 2 - Episode 6 - Clare Roberts-MolloyIn this episode, we’re flipping the script on It’s Never Too Late. Instead of interviewing an inspiring guest, I’m the one answering the questions!
In this special episode, the brilliant Emma Rushton from Roseleigh Media takes the reins as guest host to interview me – Clare Roberts-Molloy – about my journey, the turning points that led to launching my business, and what I’ve learned from coaching and supporting women navigating their own powerful second act.
We talk visibility, vulnerability, mindset shifts, messy beginnings, and what it really takes to reinvent yourself in midlife. If you’ve ev...
2025-04-0940 min
North Clare Community ChurchColossians 4:7-18 | John McCarthy | Sunday 6th April 2025 | North Clare Community Church |Colossians 4:7-18 | John McCarthy | Sunday 6th April 2025 | North Clare Community Church | NCCC Podcast Linkswww.northclarechurch.comNorth Clare Community Church is now available on Spotify, Amazon Music and Apple Podcasts:https://open.spotify.com/show/6Srr2L9gaTRmENX5eTKKelhttps://music.amazon.com/podcasts/c5e90120-2b91-4706-8a5e-790942af1d1b/north-clare-community-churchhttps://podcasts.apple.com/ie/podcast/north-clare-community-church/id1757325592?i=1000667980051
2025-04-0632 minLove Patty Podcast: Genuine Conversations on fertility, family, feminism, and life as a modern female23| Clare's Meningococcal Meningitis experience, sepsis recognition, ICU, 10% survival rate, PTSD, vaccinations, nursing burnoutThis week Clare talks about her scary experience of contracting Meningococcal Meningitis, and how as a healthy 23 year old working out at the gym, then found herself 24hrs later in ICU fighting for her life- her family being told she only had a 10% survival rate. Clare's care slipped through the cracks; we discuss just how hard it is to recognise sepsis and how far we have come since Clare was sick. Clare is a passionate medical educator, and used this experience to further spread knowledge toward recognition, resus and treatment of sepsis. Clare opens up about her PTSD and survi...
2025-03-301h 20
Inspiring Women In CXEmpowering People, Elevating CX: The Power of Culture, Leadership and Employee Wellbeing, with Clare White“There is actually a growing issue called presenteeism. It's when people are showing up at work, but they're either unwell, or they're burnt out, or they are just not able to do their best work. There was a recent survey which was conducted, it's a government survey. And it's shown that presenteeism…has cost UK businesses 25 billion pounds since 2018.”
In episode #805 of the Inspiring Women in CX podcast, Clare is joined by CEO and Founder Clare White for an insightful and energising conversation about building human-centred organisations through culture, leadership and employee empowerment.
Clare s...
2025-03-0432 minNorth Clare Community Church"Take off the old, Put on the new" | Colossians 3 | Peter John | Sunday 16/2/25 | North Clare Community Church"Take off the old, Put on the new" | Colossians 3 | Peter John | Sunday 16/2/25 | North Clare Community ChurchNCCC Podcast Linkswww.northclarechurch.comNorth Clare Community Church is now available on Spotify, Amazon Music and Apple Podcasts:https://open.spotify.com/show/6Srr2L9gaTRmENX5eTKKelhttps://music.amazon.com/podcasts/c5e90120-2b91-4706-8a5e-790942af1d1b/north-clare-community-churchhttps://podcasts.apple.com/ie/podcast/north-clare-community-church/id1757325592?i=1000667980051
2025-02-1637 minLove Patty Podcast: Genuine Conversations on fertility, family, feminism, and life as a modern female15| Clare's VBAC Part 2: 4kg Bub, Vacuum assisted delivery, PPH, Episiotomy, First 40 days, meal prep, Snoo review.Welcome to part two of Clare's positive VBAC story. We carry on from Clare labouring at home, where she found the TENs machine a great pain reliever. Clare explains how her contractions were very manageable this time, compared to her posterior labour that she had in her first pregnancy with George. Clare speaks again on the preparation she did to keep Bub in the 'optimal position for birth'. After only 2.5hrs of active labour, Clare presented to hospital, where she was 7cm dilated! She utilised the birth pool, medical gas and TENs machine for pain relief, however, opted for a...
2025-02-0248 min
WARDROBE CRISIS with Clare PressClare's Take: Dressing Melania - Decoding the Meaning of Big Fashion's Right Wing Power PlayA note from Clare:This week, I'm experimenting with bringing you something a bit different. I'm calling it CLARE'S TAKE and it's a sort of op-ed slash invitation to start a conversation about a issue in the news. It's just me, no interview this time. Don't worry, I'm not abandoning the interview format! Normal programming will resume next week, but do let us know if you like the idea of adding these editorial takes on topical fashion criticism into the mix, as a bonus.Thank you, as ever, for listening!
2025-01-3037 minLove Patty Podcast: Genuine Conversations on fertility, family, feminism, and life as a modern female14| Clare's VBAC Birth Part 1. VBAC, Gestational diabetes, MGP, spinning babies, optimal positioning, "Big Baby", hypnobirthing.Part 1 of Clare's amazing Vaginal Birth After Caesarean (VBAC). In this episode Clare and Chloe discuss the importance of birth preparation in having a successful VBAC, and how picking your birth team is so important. They also chat about the difficulties of navigating subsequent pregnancy's when you now have a toddler to look after. Clare was fortunate to get into MGP and have her friend Courtney as her midwife. Courtney and Dani (student midwife) were so positive and empowering to Clare throughout her whole pregnancy, supporting her that she would get her VBAC! Even whilst navigating gestational diabetes, the la...
2025-01-1956 minNorth Clare Community ChurchFamily Christmas Service | John McCarthy | North Clare Community Church | Sunday 15th December 2024Family Christmas Service | John McCarthy | North Clare Community Church | Sunday 15th December 2024 | www.northclarechurch.com
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North Clare Community Church is now available on Spotify, Amazon Music and Apple Podcasts:
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2024-12-1523 minNorth Clare Community Church"An Encounter With God" | Acts 22 | John McCarthy | Sunday 1/12/2024 | North Clare Community Church"An Encounter With God" | Acts 22 | John McCarthy | Sunday 1/12/2024 | North Clare Community Church | www.northclarechurch.com
North Clare Community Church is now available on Spotify, Amazon Music and Apple Podcasts:
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2024-12-0135 minLove Patty Podcast: Genuine Conversations on fertility, family, feminism, and life as a modern female6| Clare's Positive Birth Story. First birth, MGP, Circumvallate Placenta, PROM, Posterior Labour, Public Hospital, Hypnobirthing, Birth Prep, Cervical swelling, Epidural, C-Section, Postnatal anxiety.Welcome to Clare's first pregnancy, birth and postpartum experience with her son George. Clare is passionate about sharing positive birth experiences, that support Mum's to feel educated and supported. *Mention of postpartum anxiety and cancer grief.
Clare and her partner Gregg attended a hypnobirthing course and from this became obsessed with listening to Australian Birth Stories and watching One Born Every Minute. Clare experienced a healthy, full term pregnancy, despite experiencing the rare condition circumvallate placenta.
When labour began at home, Clare loved utilising her Tens machine, however the pain levels of a posterior labour pr...
2024-11-031h 31
Talking FlutesThe Motivation Game! E: 326 with Clare Southworth & Jean-Paul WrightIn the latest episode of Talking Flutes, hosts Jean-Paul and Clare Southworth take us on an enlightening journey through the realms of intrinsic and extrinsic motivation, particularly in the context of musicianship. Whether you're a novice flute player or a seasoned professional, understanding what drives you is crucial to your growth and success.
The duo wastes no time diving into the topic at hand: intrinsic versus extrinsic motivation. Clare explains that intrinsic motivation is the drive to complete a task because it is inherently interesting or enjoyable, while extrinsic motivation is driven by external rewards.
...
2024-10-0338 min
PCOS ExplainedFed is best! Breastfeeding insights from Clare's journeyIn this episode, Ovie’s Senior Nutritionist, Emma sits down with PCOS Explained Host and Ovie Founder, Clare to discuss the challenges and realities of breastfeeding, especially for those with PCOS.Societal pressures around breastfeeding can be overwhelming, and starting this journey often comes with a lot of stress and confusion. While breastfeeding is a wonderful option for many, it's not the right fit for everyone. Clare opens up about her personal experiences with low milk supply and how her PCOS influenced her breastfeeding journey.The conversation dives into th...
2024-09-0435 minTalking FlutesThe Olympian Mindset for Flute players! E:322 with Clare SouthworthHow to Build Confidence and Learn from Failure: Insights from Clare Southworth
In the latest episode of Talking Flutes, Clare delves into the intricate process of learning, improving, and maintaining confidence even when things go wrong. Whether you're a musician, an athlete, or anyone striving for excellence, the principles discussed in this episode are universally applicable.
Clare opens the episode by highlighting the importance of a positive mindset in the face of challenges. She emphasises that failure should not be seen as a setback but as a learning opportunity. "You're not failing, you're learning," she...
2024-08-2209 min
On the Couch with ClareWelcome to On the Couch with ClareCome take a seat On the Couch with Clare, your weekly dose of common sense and raw conversations, where psychology meets everyday life. It’s a show aimed to bring scientific insights, engaging conversations and never shies away from the tough topics across health, relationships, politics, parenting and everyday life. You’ll hear from guests from diverse backgrounds, including media personalities, authors, and health professionals. Expect a blend of professional wisdom, personal anecdotes and political correctness - free zone. Clare’s straightforward and honest approach delivers shame-free practical solutions, new perspectives, and actionable advice. Keeping it rea...
2024-07-1402 min
Happy Space Podcast with Clare KumarConduit for Compassion - the Sunflower, Brené Brown, & WorkHuman 2024 - with Clare KumarProductivity expert and executive coach, Clare Kumar reveals her new job, outlines the Total Team Work Program, recaps her experience and shares insights from Brené Brown’s keynote at WorkHuman 2024.Clare Kumar is a productivity expert and executive coach who focuses on the intersection where productivity meets inclusivity in workplaces and organizations. In this episode, she talks about her new job as Regional Director of Hidden Disabilities Canada (hdsunflower.com). In addition, Clare gives an update and outlines her program, Happy Space Total Team Work, where leaders and their teams co-create their future of work and explains how...
2024-07-0248 minTalking FlutesCrafting Your Musical Brand in a Crowded World! E:313 with Clare Southworth & Jean-Paul WrightAre you a musician looking to carve out your unique space in the industry? Do you ever wonder how you can stand out in a sea of talented performers, teachers, and writers? If you're nodding your head, then the latest episode of Talking Flutes is a must-listen for you!
In this insightful 'Revisited' conversation, Clare Southworth and Jean-Paul Wright revisit an archived episode 63 from a few years back, where they delve deep into the nuances of brand building for musicians. They discuss what it means to have a brand, how to maintain integrity while promoting yourself, and...
2024-05-2637 min
Fizz FreeQ&A with host ClareIn this episode, Ruth asks Clare details about her drinking past and sobriety journey. Ruth's not afraid to be direct, and Clare is incredibly honest in her answers about sobriety alongside parenting, finances and her marriage. It's an engaging listen with a warm and fuzzy ending, including Clare's favourite sober phrase: TOTALLY CAPABLE!Find Fizz Free on most streaming platforms, Youtube, Facebook, X and Instagram Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2024-05-1538 min
The Psychedelic CouchIntroduction with Clare FaulknerWelcome to The Psychedelic Couch, a podcast delving into the realms of expanded consciousness and holistic healing. Hosted by Clare Faulkner, a psycho-sexologist and relationship psychotherapist, this podcast invites listeners on a transformative journey exploring ancient spiritual practices, psychedelics, plant medicines, and contemporary therapeutic modalities.
In conversations with special guests, Clare uncovers the therapeutic potential of practices like breath-work, dance, yoga, psychedelics, and sound healing, to name a few. Listeners are invited to be inspired by the ways these powerful tools can be used responsibly and safely to transform every aspect of their lives.
Clare...
2024-05-1003 min
Happy Space Podcast with Clare KumarSolve the Stalemate: Co-Create your Team’s Future of Work - with Clare KumarIn this solo show, Clare digs into the reasons behind the current tension between leaders and employees. She suggests that it is solvable and offers practical ways to do so.You’re listening to episode 36 of the Happy Space Podcast, and today it’s me Clare Kumar. We’re going to be talking about “solving the stalemate,” looking closely at the tension between leadership and employees. I’ve got some solutions for you.News reports keep informing us that leaders and their teams are at odds on how best to get work done. Executives are issuing mand...
2023-12-1944 min
Law Firm Marketing Club's PodcastThe Power of First Impressions in Client Relationships with Clare YatesIn this engaging podcast episode, we delve into the world of client relationships with two experienced professionals, Clare Yates, interviewed by Clare Fanner. Join their candid conversation about the pivotal role of first impressions in the legal and estate agency industries.Picture this: you're excitedly arriving at a hotel for a weekend getaway, only to encounter unexpected hiccups. Clare uses this relatable scenario to highlight how initial interactions profoundly shape client experiences. From phone etiquette to reception professionalism, email responsiveness, and confidentiality, each detail plays a significant role.In this ep, Clare hints at strategies...
2023-09-2738 min
Camilla & Clare InvestigateEP10 - Camilla and Clare reflect on their highlights and learning from their Podcasting InvestigationsCamilla and Clare have been investigating Podcasting!In this episode we look back and reflect on the key learning we gained during the series of interviewing a range of guests who all had expertise in different aspects of podcasting.What did we learn? What stood out? What occurred to us? What would we have done differently given our time again and our "view from the top of the hill"?There may be more episodes to follow to fill in some of the gaps in our knowledge on Podcasting, so it's not goodbye to...
2023-09-1424 min
Permission to Be EnchantingClare’s Origin Story Part 2: A Journey To Sexual Awakening And Self-DiscoveryPleasure, curiosity, and empowerment – the keys to unlocking a life of unapologetic joy and self-discovery. We are back for part 2 of Clare Sente’s Origin Story. For today’s episode, we dive deep into Clare’s sexual awakening and explore the realms of pleasure, curiosity, and empowerment. Clare shares how her childhood conditioning was around sex, what she wished her younger self could have known, and her amazing sexual awakening at age 46. The awakening opened up a whole new phase of confidence and creativity. From her early sexual experiences to rediscovering herself through pleasure practices, Clare's story is a celebrati...
2023-09-0750 minCamilla & Clare InvestigateCamilla and Clare Investigate.. Podcasting - Suze has so much GREAT info on Podcast Production, we are AMAZED!Camilla and Clare know nothing about podcasting.. other than that they think they should probably be doing it..Join Camilla and Clare as they embark on their first podcast series of “Camilla and Clare Investigate” with the theme of Podcasting.Exploring The Podcast Show in London, Camilla and Clare bumped into Suze Cooper - who has SO MUCH knowledge about podcast production that they grabbed her and dragged her to the studio straight away and made her tell them everything she knew, whilst shining a bright light into her eyes.. OK.. so some of that migh...
2023-07-2017 min
Happy Space Podcast with Clare KumarProductivity for all - the evolution of Happy Space - with Clare KumarProductivity catalyst, highly sensitive executive coach, and international speaker Clare Kumar examines the intersection of productivity and inclusivity – paying attention to both being and doing. She inspires individuals to design for well-being and cultivate sustainable performance while avoiding exhaustion and burnout. Clare encourages leaders to design inclusive performance to invite the richest contributions from every member of their team. This is a topic Clare explores with innovators as host of the Happy Space Podcast.Clare draws on a diverse corporate career that took her from Toronto to Tokyo and Montreal, with equal experience as an entrepreneur. She is...
2023-07-1650 minTalking FlutesFestive music and good cheer abounds! E:241 with Clare & Jean-PaulIt's good for our wellbeing to take a break!
It's the Festive Edition where Clare and Jean-Paul speak about Christmas activities and practice routines. During this episode we listen to Clare playing the Martinu Sonata and are also serenaded with flute choir music by the brilliant Barry Griffiths.
Clare and Jean-Paul return with a New Year Special on January 2nd so until then, wishing you Seasons Greetings and in advance...a Happy New Year!
2022-12-1825 minTalking FlutesMaking your music come alive! - E: 240 with Clare SouthworthUnderstand the composers narrative and your performance will come alive!
In this podcast, Clare takes a look at the beautiful 'Sonate en Concert' by the prolific composer Jean-Michel Damase and two movements, the 'Rondeau' and the 'Aria' from the beautiful and haunting flute piece Suite Antique by John Rutter
Of the ‘Sonate en Concert’ Clare says "in my opinion, Damase doesn't get the credit amongst flute payers that he deserves!'
Composed in 1979, 'Suite Antique' is a concertante work by John Rutter and is written for harpsichord, flute and string orchestra. Rutter composed the...
2022-12-0525 minTalking FlutesThe flute and why we love it. A very brief history. E: 228 with Clare Southworth"I'm often surprised at the lack of knowledge about the history of the flute when I used to ask new flute students at Music College what they know" comments Professor of Flute at the Royal Academy of Music Clare Southworth in her 'Talking Flutes' podcast this week.
During this August (2022) instead of taking a break, we are looking back over some of our favourite podcasts. Clare and I have so many favourites and literally had to throw a number of die to randomly choose.
This week, Clare revisits a quick look at the flute history ov...
2022-08-2215 min
Happy Space Podcast with Clare KumarThe Secret Superpowers of Highly Sensitive People - with host Clare KumarThank you for joining me on my very first episode of Happy Space Podcast. I am SO GLAD you are here. My mission is to inspire a more inclusive world in which highly sensitive people (HSPs) thrive through both HSP empowerment and the invitation to design spaces, cultures, products, and services with sensitivity in mind.I invite you to listen as I speak about:00:01:46 - Why I created this podcast00:03:12 - Learning About Highly Sensitive People 00:04:30 - My Background00:05:29 - Birkenstock and Pantyhose 00:07:41 - Hustle Culture00:11:27 - HSP Trait Elements00:13:56 - Marginalized to Humanized00:14:24 - Mission...
2022-04-0244 minTalking FlutesWhen things go wrong!! Podcast 205 with Clare Southworth and Jean-Paul Wright99% of the time, it's not as bad as you think!
This week on 'Talking Flutes' Jean-Paul and Clare talk about the importance of not beating yourself up if a practice session or a performance doesn't go to plan. The need to have an acceptance that some days will always be better than others, and, as if to back up the podcast title and content, Jean-Paul and Clare are totally blindsided by 4 of Clare's dogs coming back from a walk and creating havoc in the middle of podcast recording.
'Talking Flutes' and 'Talking Flutes Extra' are po...
2022-03-1432 min
Lifting the Lid on Coaching SupervisionLifting The Lid - Episode 72 - The one where we start the jigsaw without the picture, with our guest Clare SmaleSteve and Clare (yes Clare switches it up) talk with Clare Smale about the concept of finite and infinite games, applied to the world of coaching and supervision. Is either right, better, wrong, bad? Those very words are of course the finite game perspective. What’s your baseline position on the finite infinite continuum? To what extent do you feel safer in the finite world of title, qualifications, training, rank, expertise, right not wrong etc? To what extent is it more comfortable for you in the playful, free, learning, endless, ambiguous, unfinished space? The finite game, driven by ti...
2022-03-0146 min
Permission to Be EnchantingIntroductions: Clare & Rachel with Permission To Be EnchantingWelcome to our podcast about female empowerment and, oh yeah... orgasms. Finally, there's a podcast for your sexual awakening. Successful female empowerment involves moving past the conditioning of shame regarding sexuality and invites you back to love yourself into wholeness. That's the beginning of what Permission To Be Enchanting is all about. Episode #1 of our first season is a taste of the background and chemistry between hosts Clare Sente and Rachel Watson. Clare is a Chicago-based, certified sex, love and intimacy coach who had her own sexual awakening at 48. Rachel is an outstanding, Scott...
2022-02-0133 min
Permission to Be EnchantingS1 E1 Introductions: Clare & Rachel with Permission To Be EnchantingWelcome to our podcast about female empowerment and, oh yeah... orgasms. Finally, there's a podcast for your sexual awakening. Successful female empowerment involves moving past the conditioning of shame regarding sexuality and invites you back to love yourself into wholeness. That's the beginning of what Permission To Be Enchanting is all about. Episode #1 of our first season is a taste of the background and chemistry between hosts Clare Sente and Rachel Watson. Clare is a Chicago-based, certified sex, love and intimacy coach who had her own sexual awakening at 48. Rachel is an outstanding, Scott...
2022-02-0133 minTalking FlutesIt‘s the exploration which makes playing music so powerful!! - Podcast 177 with Clare SouthworthUnderstand the composers narrative and your performance will come alive!
In this 'look-back' podcast, Clare takes a look at the beautiful 'Sonate en Concert' by the prolific composer Jean-Michel Damase and two movements, the 'Rondeau' and the 'Aria' from the beautiful and haunting flute piece Suite Antique by John Rutter
Of the ‘Sonate en Concert’ Clare says in her Podcast #88 recorded in 2019, "in my opinion, Damase doesn't get the credit amongst flute payers that he deserves!'
Composed in 1979, 'Suite Antique' is a concertante work by John Rutter and is written for harpsichord, flut...
2021-08-2326 min
Inspiring Women In CXClare Muscutt talks with Mandisa Makubalo about using CX to make a social difference.Talking about founding the first 100% black-owned customer experience consultancy in South Africa, giving back, speaking your truth, and using CX design as a strategic asset to strengthen township economies.
‘Apartheid’ and ‘Ubuntu’ are two South African words voiced in this week’s podcast that couldn’t be more different in meaning.
‘Apartheid’ is Afrikaans for separateness and was coined to describe the white supremacist regime of institutionalised segregation that existed until as recently as 1994.
Whilst ‘Ubuntu’ means humanity and oneness.
Ubuntu’s roots are in the Xhosa phrase ‘umntu n...
2021-01-2138 min
Unlock Your Confidence with Clare WalshWelcome to Unlock Your Confidence with Clare Walsh!How many of us get to midlife, and we look at what we've got, often it's exactly what we've asked for, exactly what we've worked so hard to get, but we feel empty, and it just isn't enough? It's not that we don't love our families, or that we're ungrateful for what we have, but life has lost that spark. We've lost our spark, and we feel guilty for wanting more. But we shouldn't feel guilty for wanting a life that makes us excited for the week ahead. I believe that the foundation s...
2020-12-0904 min
Dogcast with Clare BaldingDogcast with Clare BaldingDogcast is, as the name suggests, all about dogs. Do you love dogs? Clare Balding does. In this podcast Clare and her Tibetan terrier Archie travel the UK, a nation of dog lovers, to meet dogs out and about. They will walk with dogs, talk about them and to their humans. Big dogs, small dogs, and special celebrity guests’ dogs. It’s a celebration of all things canine! Join Clare Balding and Archie to hear powerful, funny and moving personal stories about the many ways dogs transform our lives. Plus expert advice and information about choosing a dog, bett...
2020-01-2000 min
Salty Hair Self Care Conversations012 My Journey From Hating Self Care To Today by Clare FoaleIn this episode it's me, Clare Foale, going solo.
I have loved sharing these nourishing conversations and the beautiful wisdom on self-care with my guests.
But today I wanted to take a step back and share my story with you. To let you know why self-care matters so much to me today. It wasn't always this way. I hated the concept of 'self-care'.
"If I had heard someone speaking about self-care, like I speak about self-care, I would have probably thrown something at me"
What I talked about:
- 10 years ago, my husband Simon and I had moved back to...
2019-12-1236 min
Finding Freedom with Clare Rafferty#7 Clare Rafferty: Momentum for Change in 2020 & Your Circle of PossibilityR.E.A.L Episode #67 with (your host) Clare Rafferty
Welcome to Episode #7. In this weeks episode I am sharing with you the ULTIMATE process for goal setting and creating momentum for change in 2020. I dive in to my methods that I use for coaching to help clients set R.E.A.L goals. I explain why so many people set themselves up to fail every New Year and I dive in to ‘Your Circle of Possibility’ one of my main coaching tools for success in all things Empowering you to Look, Think and Feel Your Ultimate Self...
2019-12-0338 minTalking Flutes61. Articulation for the flute player - Clare SouthworthTonguing and articulation is such a large and fundamental subject to flute playing that 'Talking Flutes' host and Professor of flute at the Royal Academy of Music in London Clare Southworth was originally unwilling to record a podcast on such a complex area.
With so many variables depending on the piece, what the performer is wanting to emphasise, speed vs clarity, notational length etc Clare's reluctance was based around what can be put across in a podcast of acceptable length. This is where your emails come in. So many of you have requested information and guidance on t...
2019-03-2512 min
Clare Champion News and Sports ChatClare Champion's Derrick Lynch Speaking To 2019 Clare Minor Hurling Manager Fergal LynchClare Champion's Derrick Lynch Speaking To 2019 Clare Minor Hurling Manager Fergal Lynch
2019-03-1400 min
Clare Champion News and Sports ChatClare Hurling Legend Seanie McMahon On 2019 HurleyHoey And Clare V LimerickClare Hurling Legend Seanie McMahon speaks to the Clare Champions Derrick Lynch On 2019 HurleyHoey And Clare V Limerick
2019-02-2700 minTalking Flutes43. 'In Ireland' by Hamilton Harty - Clare SouthworthBig tunes, drunken dances, romantic interludes and light, fast running sections.
This week on 'Talking Flutes', Professor of Flute at the Royal Academy for Music in London Clare Southworth takes one of her recordings of the the wonderful 'In Ireland' by Hamilton Hardy and breaks it down for the listener. Not only is this a fabulous piece, but Hamilton Hardy lived and worked in the beautiful English town of 'Hove' in East Sussex, the same place where Clare now 'lives'.
Sir Herbert Hamilton Harty (4 December 1879 – 19 February 1941) was an Irish composer, conductor, pianist and organist.
After an ea...
2018-11-0515 minTalking Flutes37. Valse Caprice by Daniel Wood - Clare SouthworthDeconstructing Valse Caprice, one of Clare's favourite pieces and one where she feels a strong connection due to the composer Daniel Wood (1872-c.1927) having once also been a fellow Professor at the Royal Academy of Music.
As requested by listeners, Clare Southworth talks through and then plays her own performance excerpts from this very well known and beautiful piece.
More information about Clare can be found at www.claresouthworthflute.com
Next week Jean-Paul returns with his 'Talking Flutes Extra' podcast where he is enjoying scrambled eggs in a London cafe with flute player a...
2018-09-2413 minTalking Flutes21. Positive Mental Attitude is the key to success! - Clare SouthworthClare talks about 'Positive Mental Attitude' being the key to success and speaks for the first time about how she is using this to come to terms with her diagnosis of Meniere's disease.
We're receiving some excellent questions which Clare will be covering in detail in future podcasts so please continue to send them in to flutepodcasts@gmail.com or via DM on our TJ flute Twitter, FB, Instagram and YouTube channels.
Don't forget to subscribe to this channel to get receieve the latest podcast!
https://www.claresouthworthflute.com for more information on Clare...
2018-06-0406 minTalking Flutes8. Introducing new Talking Flutes host Clare SouthworthIntroduction to the new hosts of Talking Flutes
Welcome to 'Talking Flutes' a new podcast series being developed for this channel by the acclaimed International Flute Player, Professor and author Clare Southworth.
In Podcast 1, Jean-Paul Wright talks to Clare about her career in music and introduces the new 'Talking Flutes' podcast series which will include lots of exciting interviews with Clare's famous flute playing colleagues, tips and hints on flute practice, study, performance as well asking some revealing questions which will enable you to get know more about them.
Don't forget to subscribe to...
2018-03-0523 min