Shows
Lets Talk TYS2. TY's Talk FashionOur podcast "TY's Talk Fasion" focuses on fashion trends, past present and future. We have interviews with our fellow students and teachers and chat about our thoughts on trends.production teamKatie Conneely, Niamh Heanue, Cara O'Donoghue, Abigail Laffey, Holly O'Toole, Leah Shaughnessy and Siobhan Conneely,Interviews with:Aoibh Morrow, Nr Kilkenny, Ms Moloney and Ms DeLappe2025-05-2204 min
Lets Talk TYS2 Teacher TalesWelcome to our podcast, hosted by Sean, Heather, Ash, and Allie.We sat down with four inspiring teachers to learn more about why they wanted to pursue the journey of being a teacher. Then, we dived in and asked them two fun questions that revealed a lighter side to their personalities.We would like to thank Mrs McGee, Mrs Darcy, Mr Johnston, and Mrs Delapp for taking part in our podcast2025-05-2009 min
Lets Talk TYS2: Travel TYWelcome to our TY podcast! Today, we’ll be interviewing people about their unique experiences from all around the world. We've learned about so many different cultures and the amazing adventures people have had. We spoke to both students and teachers and heard a variety of interesting perspectives. We hope you enjoy listening to our podcast! 2025-05-2014 min
Lets Talk TYS2 Headers And Horseplay.Welcome to headers and horseplay your all access pass to the world of sports. Whether you’re a die-hard fan, a casual viewer or just love a good underdog story, no matter what sport you love, this podcast will have something for you with exclusive interviews with high profile players and high performance athletes. With a cheeky surprise question at the end for the shiggles.Credits;Aoibh Morrow, Noreen O'Neil, Jamie Linnane, Casidy O'Halloran, Iseult O'Flaherty2025-05-2021 min
Lets Talk TYS2 Track TalksIn this episode, Rían King will be interviewing classmates about music and what music means to them. Rían's two guests of the day are Dylan Keating and Levon O'Halloran.Credits:Interviewer & Editor: Rían KingInterviewees: Dylan Keating and THE Levon O'HalloranIntro & Outro Voice: Will HollandExecutive Observer: John TevlinCutcontent Producer: Marco Le Dorven2025-05-2014 min
Galway Bay fm - NewsFrustration over delay to the Clifden Public Realm SchemeFrustration is being expressed over the delays to the Clifden Public Realm Scheme.
There are three parts to the scheme: the upgrade of the town centre and pier, and the development of an amenity park.
Funding was sought by Galway County Council several years ago, and An Bord Pleanála are now seeking more information on the planning application.
Connemara North Fine Gael Councillor Eileen Mannion says we need to see quicker movement on this vital project.
2025-05-1001 min
"The Bulldog Educator" with Kirsten Wilson and Matthew CastonEpisode 8 Season 7: Intentional Restoration, Community Reciprocity, and Being a “Positive Deviant”In this powerful season finale, Kirsten and Matt welcome back recurring guests Dr. Jen Clifden and Dr. Nuhu Sims for a timely and soul-stirring conversation about surviving and thriving as educators in today’s turbulent K–12 environment. Together, they explore the need for intentional restoration, community reciprocity, and the boldness of being a “positive deviant.”References mentioned:We Want to Do More Than Survive – Bettina LoveFugitive Pedagogy – Dr. Jarvis Givens (inspired by Carter G. Woodson)Emergent Strategy – adrienne maree brownTroublemaker – Karla Cornejo VillavicencioC...2025-05-011h 30
10fortyEp 7 - Brian; Signals & Sharepoint Administrator to 365 Engineer with MicrosoftIn the 7th episode of the 10forty podcast, we're thrilled to feature Brian O'Shea, a Microsoft 365 Engineer.
We'll delve into his career journey, tracing his roots from his military service to his current role in the tech industry.
Starting his career as an infantryman, Brian then earned his stripes as a qualified signalman. This set the stage for his deployment to Lebanon, where he spent a year applying and enhancing his skills in signals and then he transitioned to a position of SharePoint Administrator.
After making the big leap and...2025-02-0544 min"The Bulldog Educator" with Kirsten Wilson and Matthew CastonEpisode 8 Season 6: Returning guests Dr. Jen Clifden and Dr. Nuhu SimsThis episode is dedicated to the memory and life of Matthew Caston's mother, educator and champion.
In this episode we re-connect with former TBE guests Dr. Jen Clifden and Dr. Nuhu Sims, sharing about how we find joy, protect our peace, guard against our own burn out and the burn out of others, and lean into our "why."
You can connect with Jen and Nuhu through Dr. Jen Clifden's website.
Listeners please share your thoughts and ideas with us on our social media accounts...2024-12-191h 18Galway Bay fm - NewsRNLI launch Christmas fundraiser to support volunteers in GalwayThe RNLI is launching its annual Christmas fundraiser, which helps support the vital work carried out by volunteers in Galway.
It comes as volunteers in Clifden and on the Aran Islands are among those preparing to spend Christmas on call.
The RNLI has been celebrating its 200th year in 2024, while Clifden RNLI has already marked 100 callouts this year.
Clifden Lifeboat Operations Manager Tony Casey has this message for the Galway public.
2024-12-1500 min
Connemara Pony TalesVoices of Clifden: Inside the October 2024 Connemara Pony SalesSend us a textWelcome to a very special edition of Connemara Pony Tales! This October, we took our microphones to the heart of the action at the Clifden Pony Sales, where breeders, buyers, and enthusiasts come together to celebrate the best of the Connemara pony world. Enjoy!https://www.facebook.com/ConnemaraPonyWorld2024-10-3111 min
Galway Bay fmACE Galway with Gary McMahon (Wednesday, 28th August 2024)It's definitely feeling Autumnal now and Gary will look forward to two of the stalwarts of the arts & culture calendar this time of year: Clifden Arts Festival and Culture Night. Gary will be joined by Ethel Feneran to chat about the Visual Arts programme and other highlights in the Clifden Arts Festival. Gary will also look at some of the late night events promised for this year's Culture Night in the county and the city. ACE will have all the regular news of events and gigs across Galway county & city. Plus a look back at the Joni Mitchell celebration gig...2024-08-3042 min
Leadership Sucks: Embracing the craft of Leadership12. Crafting Culture with David Gaylord, CEO of BushbalmIn today’s episode, we dive into the art of building a thriving workplace culture with David Gaylord, CEO and co-founder of Bushbalm, a leader in Bikini Line Skin Care. David shares the inspiring origin story of Bushbalm and how it evolved into a brand found in all Ulta Beauty locations, used by over 4,000 professional estheticians, and boasting a strong social media presence.
We explore the unique company culture at Bushbalm, driven by a blend of fun, effectiveness, and the crucial role of structure and processes. David discusses the challenges faced in creating this environment, the implementation of the En...2024-06-1847 minLeadership Sucks: Embracing the craft of Leadership11. Financial stress \\ (Part 2) Navigating 2024's Top Mental Health Trends for Mid-ManagersIn episode 11, our hosts Theresa, Erik, and Woz take a deep dive into how financial stress affects employees and what mid-level managers can do to help. While managers might not influence company-wide financial policies, they play a crucial role in mitigating day-to-day financial stress for their teams.
Tune into learn more about:
Understanding Financial Stress: Theresa kicks off the episode by breaking down the financial stress factors affecting employees globally, such as inflation and cost of living increases.
Salary and Job Security: The team discusses practical ways managers can address financial stress through salary and job security. Woz...2024-06-0346 minLeadership Sucks: Embracing the craft of Leadership#10: 2024's Must-Know Mental Health Trends for LeadersWelcome to a special Mental Health Month episode where we dive into the top 2024 mental health trends every leader should be aware of. In this episode, we explore the significant role managers play in shaping employee well-being, based on insights from Calm app’s latest report.
We discuss two out of three major factors negatively impacting mental health in the workplace: financial woes, technology burnout, and the dual role of managers as both the problem and the solution. (Tune in to our next episode for a doozy discussion on financial woes).
We provide actionable advice on...2024-05-2140 min"The Bulldog Educator" with Kirsten Wilson and Matthew CastonEp 8 S5: Part 2- Dr. Jen Clifden and Dr. Nuhu SimsJoin us as we continue the second part of the conversation from Episode 7 around how connection, collaboration, and being your authentic self garners strength and builds muscles to do the hard work of introspection and self-awareness. Dr. Jen Clifden and Dr. Nuhu Sims share their experiences of how they work together to guide educators through the process of demolishing unconscious biases and caring deeply for oneself in order to do the hard work in schools.
You can connect with Dr. Nuhu Sims via email- noah.i.sims@gmail.com
And Dr. Jen Clif...2024-05-171h 14"The Bulldog Educator" with Kirsten Wilson and Matthew CastonS5 Episode 7: Part 1 with Dr. Jen Clifden and Dr. Nuhu SimsJoin us in the first half of a great conversation around how connection, collaboration, and being your authentic self garners strength and builds muscles to do the hard work of introspection and self-awareness. Dr. Jen Clifden and Dr. Nuhu Sims share their experiences of how they work together to guide educators through the process of demolishing unconscious biases and caring deeply for oneself in order to do the hard work in schools.
You can connect with Dr. Nuhu Sims via email- noah.i.sims@gmail.com
And Dr. Jen Clifden at www...2024-05-0357 min
Lets Talk TYS1. Music Through The Years“In our podcast we interview teachers and students discussing their favourite singer/band, song and genre of music. Our podcast is called “Music through the Years”. We discuss the differences between the teachers and students music taste. We also have considered the different ages of the students vs the teachers, and we will see how that affects their music taste.Altogether this podcast is about music, and different music genres. So if you love music this would be a good podcast to listen to.”2024-05-0111 min
Lets Talk TYS1. Worldwide ShennanigansOur podcast “TY Tea” focuses on Clifden Community School TY students discussing current events in the school. We talk about trips we go on, workshops we have participated in, speakers that come to talk to us and events that are happening in our TY lives. Our podcast includes interviews with other TY students to get their opinions on the topics we cover.2024-05-0113 min
Lets Talk TYS1. Music TodayIn this episode of today's music, Oisin was interviewed by Marcus about his music interest and career. Alex was then interviewed by Gavin about his music and career In Oisin's interview he explained how he found interest in music at an incredibly early age. He still loves to play music today and is hoping to make a career in it. He specified about the instruments he likes to play such as guitar and bass and for how long he has been playing them .In Alex's interview he explained how he was influenced by his famous grandfather (Tom Mullen) and ho...2024-05-0107 min
Lets Talk TYS1. The T in TYThe T in TyIn our podcast ‘ The T in Ty ‘ we join our hosts Ava , Isabelle , Tara and EllieannTo talk about life in ty.During our podcast we interview teachers from Clifden Community School to see what Transition year is like from their perspective and their opinion on the course and how it changed throughout the years. Aswell as a special interview with Ty coordinator Ms. Keating . We had so much fun making this podcast and we hope you enjoy it as much as we enjoyed making it.2024-05-0148 min
Lets Talk TYS1. Tea TimeThis episode, ‘Tea Time’, is about the influence celebrities have on us as teenagers and young adults. During this episode, using a questionnaire and five individual interviews, we found out who people thought were a good and bad influence on teenagers. Tea time was created by 6 transition year students as part of a TY programme called ‘Let’s Talk TY’. We hope you enjoy!Production Team: Laura, Clodagh, Molly, Valerie, Ana, Lucia2024-05-0111 min
Lets Talk TYS1. EU ExchangeEU Exchange by Siofra Gannon, Maia Barry, Aoife Nee, Abby Deane, Marcus Manning Our podcast called EU Exchange will document the experience of students who have studied abroad. We interview students who to our school on exchange, as well as our own students who went to different countries. We decided on this idea to inform students about school exchanges. We ask the students various questions for example, what were the differences in school life, sport and culture, what were the hardest parts of the exchange and would they recommend an exchange. We got a variety of different an...2024-05-0112 min
Lets Talk TYS1. Ty TeaOur podcast “TY Tea” focuses on Clifden Community School TY students discussing current events in the school.We talk about trips we go on, workshops we have participated in, speakers that come to talk to us and events that are happening in our TY lives.Our podcast includes interviews with other TY students to get their opinions on the topics we cover.2024-05-0102 min
Lets Talk TYS1. Protect our Future!Our podcast titled “Protect our Future” is designed to encourage our listeners of all ages to take simple steps to battle climate change. In this Podcast we explore the following topics: the causes- deforestation, burning fossil fuels, global warming, producing food and the effects- severe weather events, rising sea levels, loss of species, health risks and we also include an interview with Ms. Staunton discussing the purpose of green schools.Our production team involves Claudia, Denys, Maksym, Val, Anna and Rachel who all contributed to the making of this podcast, including the research, recording, editing, description and cove...2024-05-0118 min
Lets Talk TYS1. Reel TalkIn our podcast we talk about movies and TV shows. We discuss the films and shows that are important to us, as well as to our friends and family.We interview people about their favourite movies and shows, and ask them why they enjoy them and if they will recommend them to others.Our group is made up of Laszlo, Max, Diarmuid, Evan, John, Elliott, Javier and Ciarán. We really enjoy making the podcasts for the radio. 2024-05-0109 min
Lets Talk TYS1. Sports TalkSports TAlk is a podcast where you can catch up on the latest sporting news in Connemara, produced by TYs in Clifden Community School. Sports Talk Covers Club matches and results from rugby and Gaelic football and soccer. We also cover the different school teams. We include interviews from team captains and other key players with upcoming fixtures and match reports.2024-05-0104 min
Lets Talk TYS1. Landmarks of ConnemaraWithin this podcast, we will be discussing several landmarks in the beautiful land of Connemara, Galway. We will discuss the pros and cons of three esteemed locations, recommending whether or not you should visit them. This podcast was created by Tom Coyne, Craig O’ Toole and Stephen O’Malley. Tom and Craig were part of voice acting, Stephen was part of editing, and all three of us were involved in preparations.2024-05-0109 minLeadership Sucks: Embracing the craft of LeadershipIntentionality and Purpose: Keys to Effective MeetingsIn this episode, we're diving into the world of meetings and asking some big questions. Ever wonder why some meetings leave you feeling energized and inspired while others drain you? Or maybe you're curious about how to make meetings more effective and productive?
We're chatting about the ups and downs of meetings, from the benefits to the drawbacks. Why is it so important to have a clear purpose and guidelines for meetings? And what happens when meetings become more of a hindrance than a help?
Join us as we explore the impact of non-critical meetings...2024-04-3044 min
Lets Talk TYS1. Unravelling Cultural ContrastsHi, my name is Ava and my goal is to find people around the world and unravel the cultural contrasts between my home country, Ireland, and their respective countries.In today’s episode, we will speak to Rosa, an international student from Germany who will share her experiences in Germany and together we will compare them to life in Ireland.Topics discussed: School Culture Food Host: AvaGuest Speaker: RosaScript: Frances, Adah, LinusCover Art: Chloe2024-04-2310 minLeadership Sucks: Embracing the craft of LeadershipManagers vs LeadersSummary
In this episode, we explore the difference between being a leader and being a manager. Maybe you've felt unsure about being called a manager before. We understand – being seen as a leader sounds better, right? But can we really use these titles interchangeably? Let's find out.
We discuss the unique skills and qualities needed for each role. Leaders inspire and guide towards the future, while managers ensure things run smoothly. We also talk about when each role is most important – when to motivate and when to maintain stability.
2024-04-091h 01Leadership Sucks: Embracing the craft of LeadershipPerformance ManagementIn this episode, we're talking about performance management. We’ll unpack the importance of understanding each person's situation while still aiming for the company's goals. We'll discuss being open and flexible when people have problems but still expecting them to do well.
We'll also talk about using goals and measurements to track progress and why it's important to treat everyone fairly. We'll look at managing performance for individuals and teams, making sure goals are clear.
We'll touch on the value of celebrating when people do a good job and why it's important for leaders to tal...2024-03-181h 08Leadership Sucks: Embracing the craft of LeadershipRecruiting doesn't have to suck (with special guest Luke Cassidy)We've got our first guest! This episode we've got Luke Cassidy from Careers with Luke to talk about recruiting. Listen in for tons of info about how leaders at any stage can contribute to the recruiting process. There's also more than a few hilarious stories.
To learn more about Luke and connect with him check out Careers with Luke on LinkedIn and join his newsletter.2024-03-041h 33
Connemara Pony TalesFireside Chat with Malachy Gorham of Kingstown StudSend us a textForeward – by Pam ClinganI have the honour of writing the foreward for this extraordinary bumper podcast of our host, Lucinda Kelly, in conversation with Kingstown Connemara’s Malachy Gorham.Mal and Joe, like their father Joe Gorham snr before them, have vast knowledge of the Connemara Pony, as judges, inspectors, CPBS councillors and breeders. Throughout the trends they have staunchly maintained their preferences on the type of traditional Connemara pony that they wish and believe should be bred.Mal has asked me to extend his thanks to hi...2024-02-2356 minLeadership Sucks: Embracing the craft of LeadershipAsking for FeedbackThere's a lot of talk about giving or receiving feedback but what goes into soliciting feedback? T leads a discussion about asking for feedback and unpacks the good, the bad, and the ugly.
Let us know what you think!
1:35 - Woz and Marsh tell a story of a time they received harsh feedback
8:54: Broad vs. Specific ways to get feedback + the importance of reinforcing feedback
17:32: Preparing yourself knowing you may get tough feedback
32:38: Skip-level feedback (ie. getting feedback from multiple layers of leadership)
37:48 How important is good rapport to solicit...2024-02-1250 min
Wander Your WayMy Favorite Towns in IrelandThere are lots of amazing towns in Ireland.But I definitely have my favorites.The charming village of Schull.The fun, vibrant town of Kenmare.And the lesser known Carlingford.These are just a few.Tune into this episode to find out more about my favorite 6 towns in Ireland.Plus I'll share a bonus town that I'm very fond of.Do you have a favorite town in Ireland?Send me a note at Lynne@WanderYourWay.com.Want to go...2024-02-0640 minLeadership Sucks: Embracing the craft of LeadershipAre you really managing your team?Theresa leads a discussion unpacking what goes into leading teams, how you know that your team is effective, and how a team can find stability through empowerment.
Few things we touched on:
Donut economy: https://www.kateraworth.com/doughnut/
Patrick Lencioni: https://www.tablegroup.com/topics-and-resources/teamwork-5-dysfunctions/
Homework: Check in with your team about their opinion of how effective the team is functioning. Anchor the judgement of effectiveness in a team metric for clarity.2024-02-0146 minLeadership Sucks: Embracing the craft of LeadershipWhy are we doing this?T was a rebellious lifeguard, Marsh learns how to justify speeding to his kids, and Woz keeps us on the rails sharing his takeaways from an impactful conversation.
In this episode the trio talks about why they work within the leadership space and why they opted to start a company to continue exploring the craft.
Woz references a conversation he had with Sigute Zitikyte, check out her website here.
Clifdenconsulting.com2024-01-2252 minLeadership Sucks: Embracing the craft of LeadershipPerformance ReviewsPerformance Reviews can be tense. Tense for leaders to give, tense for employees to receive. Marsh, T, and Woz share their takes on Performance Reviews and what can make them go smoothly. 2024-01-1053 min
Leadership Sucks: Embracing the craft of LeadershipOrigin StoryIn this episode Marsh, T, and Woz explain the why behind the title of the show and share stories about times when leading people really sucked. 2023-12-2218 min"The Bulldog Educator" with Kirsten Wilson and Matthew CastonE8 S4: "Wrapping" it up with Dr. Jen ClifdenJoin us as we have another great conversation about soul care and soul work with Dr. Jen Clifden. Dr. Clifden opened Season 4 with us and we are excited to have her back to close out Season 4.
For more information about Dr. Clifden and her work:
website: https://www.presentteacher.com/who-we-are
X (formerly Twitter): @ClilfdenJennifer
LinkedIN: Jennifer Clifden
Living in Beta Mode... Books to Read:
Matthew Caston pick- "Rest is Resistance" by Tricia Hersey
Kirsten Wilson pick- "The Deepest Well" by D...2023-12-151h 2110fortyEp 16 - John: Commandant to Senior Operations & Supply Chain ManagerIn episode #16 of the 10forty podcast, we welcomed John to our office to chat about his military history and subsequent transition to civilian life.
From a young age, John committed himself to military
service. He began his journey as a cadet and rose through the ranks to become a Commandant. His career took him across the globe, serving in demanding locations such as Kosovo, Lebanon, the Congo, and Afghanistan.
After his military tenure, John transitioned to a civilian role with NATO in Kosovo. As the Director of Operations and...2023-09-211h 0410fortyEp 15 - Eric: Cavalry Sergeant to Motorbike Instructor & Business OwnerIn this week's episode of the 10forty podcast, we finally got Eric Dalton onto a Teams call. A man with a wealth of experiences spanning a remarkable career in the army to establishing himself as a leading name in motorcycle training in Ireland.
Eric walks us through his rigorous journey from training grounds in Gormanston to handling 120mm mortars and 105 artillery guns, sharing anecdotes and insights from his time in service, including overseas postings in the Middle East and Africa
Learn about Eric’s pivotal career transition during the reorganisation of the Defence Forces, where he embraced a new se...2023-09-1234 min"The Bulldog Educator" with Kirsten Wilson and Matthew CastonSeason 4 Episode 1- Dr. Jennifer ClifdenJoin Kirsten and Matt as they have a great conversation with Dr. Jennifer Clifden about the well-being of teachers and care-takers, how burn out happens, and the two questions to ask yourself often to get your joy back and bring you out of burnout.
Connect with Dr. Jennifer Clifden through:
website: https://www.presentteacher.com/who-we-are
X (formerly Twitter): @ClilfdenJennifer
LinkedIN: Jennifer Clifden
Living in Beta Mode Segment:
ToDoist app
You can also follow Matt on...2023-09-071h 0110fortyEp 14 - Claire: Section Commander to Trainee ParamedicIn this week's episode of the 10forty podcast, we headed to
the podcast studio to catch up with Claire as she reflects on her 23 years in the Defence Forces, taking a sabbatical to travel and everything in between.
Opting for military service over completing college, Claire
embarked on international assignments to Kosovo, Liberia, Syria, and Lebanon, and successfully trained six recruit platoons. Embracing every opportunity, she pursued diverse army courses, ranging from signals and sailing to a physical instructor's program. Not only did Claire become a swim coach. She also secured two QQI level 7 qualifications: one in m...2023-09-0533 min10fortyEp 13 - Shane: APC Driver Fintech Program and Operations Coordinator. to Founder of Player PassporEpisode #13 of the '10forty' podcast this week we dive deep into the journey of Shane Casey. Entering the Army at the tender age of 17 without a leaving certificate, Shane's story is one of resilience, determination, and grit. From serving overseas as a Mowag (armoured personnel carrier) driver to hitting the books again and completing his leaving certificate while in the army
Shane's ambition didn't stop there. He went on to pursue a business degree from the renowned Dublin Business School.
His adventurous spirit led him to take a significant leap of faith. Leaving the...2023-08-2853 min10fortyEp 12 - Jason: Commandant to CEO of SkillVistaEpisode #12 of the '10forty' podcast, we connect with Jason Culloty via a Teams call to discuss his military career and the inception of his innovative venture, SkillsVista. Though we thought we'd wrapped up our chat multiple times, our conversation kept flowing.
Jason shares firsthand experiences from his military days, highlighting the advantages of career breaks during service and touches on the diverse routes to join the Defence Forces. He shares an insider's look into the multifaceted career trajectories within the military and sheds light on his decision to transition from a uniformed life to entrepreneurship.
2023-08-211h 0010fortyEp 10 - Graham: Mowag Driver to Operations ManagerIn episode #10 of the 10forty podcast, we're thrilled to host Graham Fitzgerald, a man known for his impressive and inspiring journey. Graham's story is a testament to his adaptability, moving from serving in the Defence Forces, where he transported troops in armoured personnel carriers in conflict zones, to a completely new industry in civilian life.
Graham embarked on his civilian career at Transdev, starting as a Luas Driver. His hard work and dedication were quickly recognised and within a remarkably short period of just 1.5 years, he saw himself climbing the corporate ladder. Today, Graham holds the significant...2023-07-241h 3510fortyEp 9 - Liam: Sgt Majors Assistant to AML DirectorIn Ep#9 of our 10 Forty podcast, we briefly discuss Liam's world before his time in the military, explored his army career, and examined the educational journey he embarked on as he prepared to transition out of the Defence Forces.
Liam's diverse career has spanned various companies in the UK, China, and Ireland. Remarkably, he found himself delivering a speech in Wuhan just a day before the city was put under lockdown.
Currently holding the role of AML Director at Mercer, Liam's story is one you might find interesting.
If you're seeking skilled professionals...2023-07-1749 min10fortyEp 8 - Stephen: Learning & Development Manager to Health & Safety Manager with a Global CompanyIn the 8th episode of the 10forty podcast, we had the pleasure of hosting Stephen, a seasoned health & safety manager affiliated with a prestigious global brand.
Our conversation takes a deep dive into Stephen's remarkable journey. He began his career in the Defence Forces in the 2nd Cavalry Squadron, earning his motorcycle license at an early age and being entrusted with the responsibility of escorting the president and various dignitaries visiting Ireland.
Stephen's tenure with the Defence Forces took him across borders, serving in Liberia, Chad, and Lebanon. He concluded his stint in the Defence...2023-07-1052 min
Connemara Pony TalesMeet the Breeders: AustraliaSend us a textIn this episode we meet with 3 of Australia's Connemara pony breeders who are passionate about the pony and the promotion of the breed through the Connemara Pony Breeders Society Australia.1. Catherine Hollingsworth Catherine is the CPBSA Registrar and breeds under the Badine prefix. Catherine has been associated with Connemara ponies in Australia for 20 years. Originally involved with the Wychwood Stud for 13 years, she has more recently been operating under the Badine prefix and breeding one or two ponies. While at Wychwood Catherine produced both pure bred and part bred p...2023-07-0957 min10fortyEp 6 - Philip: Captain to Big 4 Senior Manager and now Head of Operational InnovationIn episode #6 of the 10forty podcast, we welcomed Philip Quinlan, Head of Operational Innovation at the UCD
Innovation Academy
Philip served as a Captain in the Defence Forces, dedicating himself to multiple overseas missions and spent some time training Irelands next generation of leaders in the Defence Forces Cadet School. After leaving military life he embarked on a new journey, joining a Big 4 company and collaborating with some of Ireland's most prominent household brands on large technology change programs
He recently joined the UCD Innovation Academy as Head of Operational Innovation where he will be e...2023-06-2642 min10fortyEp 5 - Will: Flight Sergeant to Learning Program Manger in the Pharmaceutical IndustryIn episode #5 of the 10forty podcast, we were privileged to have Will Fitzgerald as our guest.
Will is now a Learning Program Manager in the Pharmaceutical Industry having served as a Flight Sergeant in the Irish Defence Forces.
As an accomplished soldier, Will has faced numerous challenges throughout his military career. Completed some of the most demanding courses the army has to offer and served overseas on multiple occasions, in some of the world's most unforgiving environments.
Now, as a Learning Program Manager in the Pharmaceutical Industry, Will utilises his expertise in managing complex programs to ensure the successful execution...2023-06-1953 min10fortyEp 4 - Deirdre: Military Gender Advisor to Trust & Safety Manager in Big TechIn episode #4 of the 10forty podcast, we had the honour of hosting Deirdre Carbery.
Deirdre is a former Captain and Gender Advisor in the Irish Defence Forces. Deirdre now holds the position of Trust & Safety Manager at Google for YouTube and is a thought leader in gender equality and women's empowerment.
Deirdre's remarkable journey has seen her collaborate closely with the United Nations, in particular advancing Goal 5 of the UN's 17 Sustainable Development Goals - Gender Equality. Her passion for promoting equal rights and opportunities for all shines through her work, as she inspires and influences real change.
Her commitment to...2023-06-1256 min10fortyEp 3 - James Clear Story International CEOIn episode #3 of the 10forty podcast, we had the pleasure of hosting James, the esteemed CEO of Clearstory International. Prior to his entrepreneurial journey, James dedicated four years of his life to the Irish Defence Forces. Today, he leads a robust team of 14, propelling Clear Story International to new heights in the global business solutions space. The company is known for its transformative strategies and an unmatched level of client satisfaction.
Clearstory International: https://clearstoryinternational.com/
Based in Dublin, Ireland, ClearStory is a trailblazing international PR agency. They partner with the globe's most promising startups...2023-06-0553 min10fortyEp 2 - John IT.ie digital marketing manager and retired Aide de Camp to the president of Ireland.In episode #2 of the 10forty podcast, I had the pleasure of welcoming John, a distinguished 27-year veteran of the Irish Defence Forces. During his remarkable military career, John served as the Aide de Camp (Sgt) to An t-Uachtarán (The President of Ireland)
John has since transitioned to the realm of digital marketing, currently leading the charge at IT.ie as their Digital Marketing Manager. From the early stages of the company's development, he has been instrumental in the success story of IT.ie.
IT.ie stands tall as an outsourced IT Managed Service Provider. Their expertise in the field i...2023-05-291h 0310fortyEp 1 - Sean from B2B FitnessIn episode #1 of the 10forty podcast, I was joined by Sean from B2B Fitness.
Sean served in the Defence Forces and is a Silver and Gold medalist in the 100m & 200m sprint.
Since leaving the army Sean is a coach and personal trainer at Back2Basics Fitness and trains some of Ireland's most loved influencers.
https://www.getback2basics.ie/
Give Sean a follow moe_b2b
https://instagram.com/moe_b2b?igshid=NTc4MTIwNjQ2YQ==
2023-05-2342 min
The Galway PodcastTGP8 Clifden Traditional Music Festival 2023A walkabout in Clifden, a coastal town in the Connemara region of County Galway. Clifden has a population of about 1,600 people. Chats and insights with the locals, tourists and travellers...and a Guinness World Record Breaker! Special thanks to Marie Walsh for this episode and kudos to her and all the Clifden Traditional Music Festival team for making the event such a success now and for the previous 26 years.
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The Old Galway DiaryThe Old Galway Diary Podcast - Episode 96 - Joe Young's Mineral Water and The Irish Civil War: The Siege of ClifdenIn this episode, Tom is looking at Joe Young's Mineral Water Company. Any old Galway business. Ronnie is still looking at the civil war, and this time going into the siege of Clifden .You can find the articles referenced in this podcast on www.advertiser.ie/galway2023-01-2527 min
The Maroon And White PodGalway Football on the crest of a wave | Wins for Moycullen, Dunmore MacHales and ClifdenJonathan Higgins and Paul Shaughnessy look back on a fantastic results for Galway clubs where Moycullen, Dunmore MacHales and Clifden claimed provincial titles2022-12-1144 min
Wander Your WayLynne's Top 5 Destinations in EuropeIt's episode #50!So I'm celebrating with a list of my 5 favorite destinations in Europe.I'll admit, this was very difficult to narrow down.But I forced myself to choose those 5 places that I love the most.What makes the list?Ireland? Italy?Tune in to find out what 5 destinations have meant the most to me, at least so far.Because by episode 100, this list of best destinations in Europe will change!What are your top 5 favorite destinations in Europe?...2022-11-1529 min