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ChatterboxY21A Woman of SubstanceSend us a textThis month our guest is Sr. Madeline Ryan who spent most of her life with the F.C.J order but more importantly was a teacher and principal in the FCJ secondary school in Bunclody. Many generations of students and parents will remember her as a woman of enormous integrity and we are privileged that she was willing to share her story and her views and thoughts with our listeners.
2025-08-301h 10ChatterboxY21Styled By FaithSend us a textThis month, we talk to Faith Amond, one of Ireland's best-known style Icons, who hails from County Carlow. She is a well-known milliner. Her hats can be seen on many occasions around the world.Faith has won numerous Best Dressed Lady titles at Race meetings at home and abroad. She is available to give advice and assistance to anyone wanting to develop their fashion style, for an occasion or just to feel good about themselves. She can be contacted at 0872561209 or 0599146209
2025-07-1336 minChatterboxY21Creating A Drug Free GAA ClubSend us a textKildavin/Clonegal GAA club seeks to stamp out an emerging drug culture. In this episode, we highlight its commitment to becoming drug-free, an effort proudly supported by the wider GAA's "Drugs Cost Lives" campaign. Join us as we explore their journey, the importance of creating safe sporting environments, and the powerful impact of collective action in promoting health and wellbeing in our communities. Our guests are John Kirwan Chairman of Kildavin Clonegal GAA Juvenile Committee, Bernard Hourhihan, who has personal experience of the damage drugs can do to individuals and their families and...
2025-06-2140 minChatterboxY21All things GAASend us a textThree GAA Stalwarts discuss the highs and lows, the strange and the remarkable of a lifetime of involvement in the GAA. They are Seamus Aldridge, a well-known referee, John Byrne, who served as an umpire; and Tom Doyle, Chairman of Clonegal Kildavin Veteran Players. All are former players, administrators, and GAA devotees. They recall the people and events embedded in their memories, and no GAA discussion would be complete without strong views being expressed on the game, the organisation, and its trajectory.
2025-05-151h 11ChatterboxY21Monster Tractor and Car RunSend us a textJohn Hickey from the Clonegal Bicentenary Committee set up to celebrate the bicentenary of St. Brigid’s Church, speaks about the need to celebrate this landmark anniversary, the importance of the church in the community, both to worshipers and non-worshippers and the monster fundraiser, a Tractor and Car Run on Sunday, May 4th. Its objective is to unite the community and raise money to refurbish the church. Anyone wanting more information, phone Johnny 086 8416901, Jim 0879280746, John 086 68932217
2025-04-2922 minChatterboxY21A Woman in a mans world.Send us a textThis month's Podcast features an interview with Shauna Doyle, who works with Doyle Tarmacadam in Rathcrogue, Carlow. Shauna works in the heretofore all-male world of Construction. In this interview, she talks about the life that brought her to this industry and how she is an accidental trailblazer for women in construction
2025-03-2635 minChatterboxY21Sharon Keely. Supports to over 65'sSend us a textThis month we hear from Sharon Keely of Alone, Alone is an organisation that offers support to our over 65s For anyone wanting to avail of their services they can contact 0818 222024
2025-02-2546 minChatterboxY21Dannah O Brien Irish International Rugby StarSend us a textDannah O Brien, star of Irish Ladies Rugby talks about her experiences and her hopes and has some advice for the next generation of Irish female sports stars
2025-01-2634 minChatterboxY21Recall A Journey Back in time.Send us a textThis month, we will listen to a panel discussion on the latest publication of the Clonegal Kildavin Veteran Players. Recall Volume I which reproduces the first four copies of the Parish Magazine “The Call” produced in 1969 and 1970. Dan Murphy, Luke Hayden and Margaret Doyle talk about the memories it references, the societal changes that it marks and the questions it raises for our modern-day society.You can purchase a copy for €10 from any member of the Veteran Players or by ringing or texting 0878380018 and it will be delivered at no extra cost within...
2024-12-1346 minChatterboxY21John Kelly, Editor of CarlovianaSend us a textJohn Kelly is well known to everyone interested in history, particularly Carlow's history. He is a prominent member of the Carlow Historical and Archaeological Society, editor of Carloviana and a historian of note
2024-11-2840 minChatterboxY21Eamon Treacy World Champion PloughmanSend us a textListen to Eamonn Treacy share his insights and observation on what can only be described as an extraordinarily successful career. Eamonn is six times world ploughing championship.
2024-10-3049 min
The Left Wing Back Podcast2024 Carlow Intermediate Football Final Pod featuring Pat Butler of Fenagh & Donal Hickey of Kildavin/ClonegalThe lads were a joy to chat to ahead of this Saturday's IFC Final! Great craic and stories from both!
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2024-09-3026 minChatterboxY21Jim Rothwell, Nonagenarian. BarnahaskSend us a textJim Rothwell nonagenarian, historian and social commentator, talks about his life and times, his experiences, ambitions and observations
2024-09-2131 minChatterboxY21Joe Byrne . The Farming LifeSend us a textIn this episode, we speak to Joe Byrne who is well-known in farming circles and has been involved in Farming and farming organisations for many years. He is also active in his community and understands the challenges rural communities face: Joe speaks about farming, commitment to community and what is important in life.
2024-08-0351 min
The Left Wing Back PodcastBallinkillen add sprinkles to 'flakes' - B'town get off the mark - Sean Buggy chats CTHC - Preview's & Review'sHaving made it two wins from two in the IHC, we decided to go have a chat with arguably Carlow Town's most passionate young Hurler who not long ago also co-founded the famed Bush Ultras!Kev & Barry go through the weekend's games which at Senior saw Ballinkillen go seriously close to a big upset against MLR while Bagenalstown pushed on against a Naomh Eoin side who faded badly.The lads chat about all the grades' games from both last weekend and this coming weekend which see's mouth watering encounters in all three with Ballinkillen v...
2024-07-0254 minChatterboxY21Carlow GAA Where are we going?Send us a textThis month we hear from Peter McConnon operations manager in Carlow GAA.He talks about his career to date, his vision for Carlow GAA and challenges being faced by the County.
2024-06-1958 minChatterboxY21Adult Literacy ChallengesSend us a textThis month we are delighted to welcome Helen Walsh from Kilkenny Carlow Educational Training Board and one of 16 regional literacy co-ordinators appointed as part of a government initiative the Adult Literacy for Life Strategy, launched in 2021,
2024-05-1734 minChatterboxY21Meet The Canditates Tullow Municipal District Part 3Send us a textThis is one of three podcasts where you will get to hear from candidates running for election to Carlow County Council for Tullow Municipal area in the upcoming local elections.In this Podcast you will hear from:John McDonnell (FF) Ben Ward (FG), John Cahill (People Before Profit) Charlie Murphy (Ind).
2024-04-1727 minChatterboxY21Meet the Candidates Tullow Municipal District Part 1.Send us a textThis is one of three podcasts where you will get to hear from candidates running for election to Carlow County Council for Tullow Municipal area in the upcoming local elections.In this Podcast, you will hear from Brian O Donoghue (FG,) Annette McDonnell (Ind), Jim Deane (S.F) Billy Nolan (Ind), John Pender (FF)
2024-04-1727 minChatterboxY21Meet the Candidates Tullow Municipal District Part 2Send us a textThis is one of three podcasts where you will get to hear from candidates running for election to Carlow County Council for the Tullow Municipal area in the upcoming local elections.In this Podcast, you will hear from:Catherine Callaghan (FG) Ken Gahan (S.F) Patricia Fenellly Nolan (Ind,) Daeln Murphy (National Party) Wm. Paton (Ind)
2024-04-1739 minChatterboxY21Meet the Candidates Tullow Municipal District Part 3.This is one of three podcasts where you will get to hear from candidates running for election to Carlow County Council for the Tullow Municipal area in the upcoming local elections.In this Podcast, you will hear from:John McDonnell (FF) Ben Ward (FG), John Cahill (People Before Profit) Charlie Murphy (Ind).
2024-04-1726 minChatterboxY21KildavinClonegal GAA Looking ForwardSend us a textDonal Murphy Chairperson and Wayne Austin PRO of Kildavin Clonegal GAA Club describe how the Club has maintained its place as a bedrock organisation in the Community, How it has and is adapting to the new Ireland and how it feels that the exponential growth in participation places it on the threshold of significant future successes both on and off the field
2024-03-2849 minChatterboxY21Sheila Kirwan First Aid, Cookery, Sport and VolunteeringSend us a textThis month we hear from Sheila Kirwan, a well-known community member. Her Culinary skills and commitment to providing first aid, CPR, and AED training has brought her into contact with many community members. She is a willing volunteer with many of our voluntary groups who regularly exploit her gifts and talents.
2024-02-2724 minChatterboxY21Niall Murphy Minding Your Mental HealthSend us a textNiall Murphy is well known member of our local GAA club, Kildavin Clonegal but more importantly, he is an ambassador for the importance of mental health and more importantly youth mental health. Niall recounts his own experience and has invaluable advice for those who may be facing mental health issues.
2024-01-3049 minChatterboxY21Christmas its Joys and SorrowsSend us a textOur Christmas Podcast Features an interview with John McCabe and Brian Keenan on the work of our local St, Vincent De Paul in assisting many who find Christmas Challenging. This is followed by an interview with Dan Murphy on his memories of Christmas in different times
2023-12-1945 minChatterboxY21Tom Murphy Seanachaí extraordinaireSend us a textTom Murphy local storyteller shares three very entertaining stories with us. He speaks about his love of storytelling and how Toastmasters helped him pursue his passion.
2023-11-2845 minChatterboxY21John Shark Hanlon. The Man and the Horseracing IndustrySend us a textEnda Smyth interviews John Shark Hanlon about his life and times and the horse racing industry he is a part of.
2023-10-2744 min
KCLR's Big Game LiveFootball: Eire Og v St. Patricks, Talbot Hotel Carlow Intermediate Football Championship semi-final (23/09/2023)This Saturday at quarter to 4 on KCLR, the Carlow Intermediate Football Championship semi-finals get underway with the meeting of Eire Og and St Patrick’s.Coming off the back of a big victory over Kildavin Clonegal, St Patrick’s will be hoping to build on a good run of form while Eire Og resumes their campaign following a week off after they topped their group.
2023-09-231h 20
ChatterboxY21Deputy Michael Healy Rea. A Political CommentarySend us a textCarmel Gibson from the Clonegal Kildavin Veteran Players interviews Deputy Michael Healy Rea on the challenges facing Rural Ireland, the role of the independent T.D. his politics, his passion and his family.
2023-09-1327 min
The Left Wing Back Podcast2023 Carlow Junior Hurling Championship Final CommentaryKevin Regan, Joe Nolan & Stevie Bambrick bring Live commentary of Kildavin Clonegal v MLR in the Junior Hurling Final from Dr Cullen Park.
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2023-08-151h 14
The Left Wing Back PodcastInterviews with Frank Foley & Podge Ryan after MLR & Kildavin-Clonegal claim county titlesInterviews with Frank Foley & Podge Ryan after MLR & Kildavin-Clonegal claim county titles
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2023-08-1437 min
KCLR SportScoreline Extra #143: Kilkenny & Carlow Club postmatchHear the post-match thoughts from :Mount Leinster Rangers v St. Mullins Carlow Senior Hurling Final postmatchThe Ryans celebrate winning Carlow Junior Championship with Kildavin ClonegalGlenmore v James Stephens postmatchBennettsbridge v Graigueballycallan postmatchClara v Danesfort postmatchErins Own v Shamrocks postmatchDicksboro v O'Loughlins postmatchMullinavat v Tullaroan postmatchYoung Irelands v Conahy postmatchDunamaggin v Blacks & Whites postmatch
2023-08-141h 24
The Left Wing Back PodcastSemi Final Recap, 8 Reds, Kildavin/Clonegal in a final in their 1st year back, MLR & St Mullins in 3Join us as we reflect on a blockbuster weekend of Semi Final action, while also looking ahead to this weekends County Hurling Finals!
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2023-08-071h 03
The Left Wing Back PodcastMLR impress - Ballinkillen back in business - St Mullins see of spirited Naomh Brid - Podge Ryan on Kildavin ClonegalWe mull over Round 2 and look at Round 3. Podge Ryan tells us all about Kildavin Clonegal's comeback. All Ireland talk. And more!
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2023-07-091h 01
The Left Wing Back PodcastCarlow Intermediate Football Semi Final Commentary - Fenagh v Kildavin/ClonegalLive commentary from Netwatch Cullen Park with Fenagh taking on Kildavin/Clonegal for a place in the Intermediate Football Final.Joe Nolan & Stephen Bambrick on duty.Shoutout to our Championship Supporters:Recovery Hub CarlowMilano's Takeaway BagenalstownSBE - Seamus Byrne Electrical LtdCarpenter's Bar and Lounge, CarlowRay Whelan LTDPrecision Media ProductionsScats Bouncing CastlesJ&J Services LtdFine Framers CarlowThe Baba's Barbershop
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2022-09-241h 34
The Talking NewspaperCarlow woman is mayor of German town, Carlow MD reports, Clonegal Kildavin photobook, ESB poles hit with sledge, Creative writing exhibitionArticles featured on pages 6, 10, 12 and 13 of The Carlow Nationalist on December 7th 2021.
2021-12-0713 min
The Talking NewspaperNew Bagenalstown book, New GAA book, Bodylite runner belt, New Carlow CEO of GRI, Clonegal Kildavin time capsuleArticles featured on pages 10, 12, 18 and 23 of The Carlow Nationalist on October 19th 2021.
2021-10-1917 min
The Left Wing Back Podcast'My Time In The Geansaí - #3 Paul Kelly'Our guest for Episode #3 of "My Time In The Geansaí" is Paul Kelly of Kildavin-Clonegal. We talk about going on the beer the night before League games, departures of county managers in bizarre circumstances, sacrificing County football for County hurling - albeit in a different role - and the ongoing pursuit of trying to get the club back to the top tier of Carlow Football. We also talk about the influence of Liam Hayes and of course we get Paul's best 15.
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2020-06-0848 min