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In Their Shoes by SeanchoícheLive at Dublin Fringe Festival: In Padraig and Fionnuala's Shoes For our first ever live episode, recorded at Dublin Fringe Festival in Smock Alley Theatre, Gaff and Becks are joined by writer and cultural commentator Fionnuala Jay, and performer and playwright Padraig Wilson McCarthy.Together, they explore the theme of childhood. They speak to the moments that make us, the people we carry with us and the stories we return to when we try to understand who we are. There’s laughter, honesty, and that special kind of nostalgia that only comes when a room full of people who together are brought back to their own me...
2025-10-081h 14
Lunchtime LiveThe Pod Squad: Maintenance PhaseWelcome to The Pod Squad!We review podcasts every week so you always have something new to listen to.Broadcaster Padraig Wilson McCarthy and Host of ‘What’s Trending in F1?’ podcast Elaine Power join Andrea Gilligan to review ‘Maintenance Phase’!
2025-09-1513 min
Lunchtime LiveWhy are we such big spenders on a holiday?Apparently, Irish people are the second biggest spenders when we’re on holiday - we spend twelve times more than Italians do when they go away!The only people who hit their wallets harder are the Austrians.So, are we really such big spenders?Andrea is joined by Meghann Scully, Freelance Broadcaster and Broadcaster Padraig Wilson McCarthy to discuss.
2025-08-0808 min
Unveiled with Niamh and NessaUNVEILED - Live From ATN W/Pádraig Wilson McCarthyBefore the return of the new season Niamh and Nessa took to the GoLoud stage at this year's ATN and in front of a packed tent had an absolute ball catching up after Nessa's wedding and reminisce about their festival experiences, from the hilarious to the downright bizarre. There are tales of lost phones, muddy wellies, and some shocking truths about hen parties and the latest wellness trends. Plus, they’re joined by the fabulous Padraig Wilson-McCarthy for some laughs and hilarious chats. Thanks to everyone who joined them at ATN and stay tuned for th...
2025-08-0736 minUnveiled with Niamh and NessaWe're Going To ATN!!!Ahead of our glorious return for the nexter series we have a very exciting announcment. We are going to be recording a live pod at the GoLoud stage at 12 on the Saturday of All Together Now with very special and hilarious guest Padraig Wilson-McCarthy. So pop over for some frestival fun and frolics. See you there!
2025-07-3000 min
Lunchtime LiveThe Pod Squad: What It Was LikeWelcome to The Pod Squad!We review podcasts every week so you always have something new to listen to.Broadcaster Padraig Wilson McCarthy and Laura Donnelly from Newstalk’s Newsroom join guest host Anna Daly to review ‘What It Was Like’!Image: Superreal
2025-07-2110 min
Lunchtime LiveColdplay concert affair goes viral!It’s the kiss cam everyone is talking about, and the pop band that may have accidentally exposed an affair…What’s going on with this Coldplay concert affair?Joining guest host Anna Daly to discuss is Journalist Padraig Wilson McCarthy and Claire Auchmuty, Divorce and Relationship Coach.
2025-07-1811 min
QueeriosityFighting Hate, Finding Voice and… JoJo Siwa?!This week on Queeriosity, James O'Hagan and Pádraig Wilson McCarthy unpack the harsh realities of discrimination faced by queer and trans minorities, both online and off. They also get into Renee Rapp’s powerful words about dealing with homophobic parents...All while trying to make sense of JoJo Siwa’s baffling rework of Bette Davis Eyes...yes, we’re talking Chris Hughes Eyes. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2025-07-1234 min
Lunchtime LiveThe Pod Squad: Ireland Said YesWelcome to The Pod Squad!We review podcasts every week so you always have something new to listen to.Broadcaster Padraig Wilson McCarthy and host of the ‘For Tech's Sake’ podcast Elaine Burke join guest host Adrian Kennedy to review ‘Ireland Said Yes’!Image: Onic
2025-06-2310 min
2FM Morning with Laura FoxPadraig Wilson McCarthy - Pride Month EventsLaura chats to comedian Pádraig Wilson McCarthy about events around the country to celebrate Pride!
2025-06-1813 min
The Hard ShoulderMovies and TV: And Just Like That, Bono: Stories of Surrender, NonnasSarina Bellissimo, Broadcaster and Presenter of the Bellissimo Files Podcast and Padraig Wilson McCarthy, Entertainment Journalist joined Kieran Cuddihy on The Hard Shoulder to review the latest TV and movie releases…
2025-05-2916 min
2FM Morning with Laura FoxPádraig Wilson McCarthy - Eurovision PreviewLaura chats to Eurovision Superfan Pádraig Wilson McCarthy about this year's competition.
2025-05-1317 min
You Had Me At Hello with Vicki NotaroDirty Dancing with Padraig Wilson McCarthy Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2025-04-1040 min
Lunchtime LiveThe Pod Squad: Icebergs with Kemah BobWelcome to The Pod Squad!We review podcasts every week so you always have something new to listen to.Broadcaster Pádraig Wilson McCarthy and Laura Mullet, Journalist and Stylist join Andrea to review ‘Icebergs with Kemah Bob’!Image: Keep it Light Media
2025-04-0708 min
MoncrieffHas the gym replaced the pub for Gen Z?Has the gym replaced the pub for the younger generation?According to new figures, more young people are going to the gym now than ever before, and Gen Z could just be the healthiest generation ever... or at least, much more fitness focused than the baby boomers and millennials before them.But, is spending so much time in the gym really good for you? Or is it making people lonelier?Reporter, Content Creator and Gym-goer Padraig Wilson McCarthy joins Seán to discuss.
2025-04-0407 minMoncrieffHas the gym replaced the pub for Gen Z?Has the gym replaced the pub for the younger generation?According to new figures, more young people are going to the gym now than ever before, and Gen Z could just be the healthiest generation ever... or at least, much more fitness focused than the baby boomers and millennials before them.But, is spending so much time in the gym really good for you? Or is it making people lonelier?Reporter, Content Creator and Gym-goer Padraig Wilson McCarthy joins Seán to discuss.
2025-04-0407 min
Flop CultureTop Of The Flops 2023 (with Pádraig Wilson McCarthy, Eoin Keane and Karla K) [EDITED]Fancy a sneak peek of what's to come at the upcoming Flop Culture live shows Top Of The Flops? Here's a taste of what happened last year!Get tickets to Top Of The Flops DublinGet tickets to Top Of The Flops CorkGet the full episode on Patreon - patreon.com/flopculture Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2024-11-0837 min
MoncrieffThe biggest words of the yearIt’s that time of year again, where Collin’s English Dictionary picks their word of the year.And (pretend to be surprised!), this year's winner is ‘Brat’. However, how did they define Brat, considering Charlie XCX, the singer who made the world popular, says ‘it’s just a vibe’.To tell us about this and the other words on the list, Seán is joined by Padraig Wilson McCarthy, Content Creator.
2024-11-0110 minUnveiled with Niamh and NessaEP 60: Finding Happiness in a New Job with Pádraig Wilson McCarthyIt's all about new careers this week - We already know Nessa is a self proclaimed 'PRSI Princess' but there are lots out there shunning the traditional work week for something more creative. One of them is the absolutely gas Pádraig Wilson McCarthy who left his steady job as a teacher to persue radio and content creation.He explains why he was more than happy to give up those enviable summer holidays and spoke about how he's finding the new routine, or lack thereof. There's also a bit of a row about roast chickens a...
2024-10-2146 minFlop CultureBop Or Flop - Charli XCX's 'Brat and it's completely different but also still brat' (with Pádraig Wilson McCarthy) [Patreon Preview]Podcaster and content creator Pádraig Wilson McCarthy joins Fionnuala to discuss Charli XCX's brand new remix album, Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2024-10-1505 min
First Things FirstPADRAIG WILSON MC CARTHYAnd here it it, the very first episode of First Things First, the podcast where Cian Griffin chats to prominent people about all of life's unforgettable firsts, from their first shift to their first fail or their first time experiencing loss.In episode one, Cian chats to radio presenter, social media personality, and brand ambassador for "The Real Capital", Padraig Wilson McCarthy, about cruising with the elderly, giving Irish women body dysmorphia in Stradivarius, and introducing his primary school class to the page 3 model - #FreeTheNip.First Things First was recorded in Outhouse...
2024-09-2043 minFlop CultureLove Is Blind UK Episode 3 + 4 (with Pádraig Wilson McCarthy) [Patreon Preview]Fionnuala and Pádraig give their takes on Love Is Blind UK's final proposals.Get the full episode on Patreon - patreon.com/flopculture Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2024-08-1706 minFlop CultureLove Is Blind UK Episode 1 + 2 (with Pádraig Wilson McCarthy) [Patreon Preview]Pádraig Wilson McCarthy joins Fionnuala to discuss the first two episodes of Love Is Blind UK.Get the full episode on Patreon - patreon.com/flopculture Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2024-08-0905 min
The G Spot with Grace AliceStraight In, No Kissing with Pádraig Wilson McCarthyGrace is joined this week by content creator and host of The Voicenote and Queeriosity...hailing from Ireland's real capital, it’s Pádraig Wilson McCarthy! Pádraig and Grace chat and cackle their way through many different topics, from the lighter to the heavier and plenty in between. They talk about not having a clue about sex when growing up, the pain of watching sex scenes with your parents (Pádraig watched Saltburn with his mam, bless his heart), silly nicknames for our genitals, normalising how different relationship structures suit different people, telling your partner if you're tempted to cheat, makin...
2024-07-3159 minFlop CultureTop Of The Flops Mid-Year Review (with Pádraig Wilson McCarthy) [Patreon Preview]With six months down, Pádraig Wilson McCarthy joins Fionnuala to discuss who has had a floppy 2024 so far.Get the full episode + more bonus content on Patreon - patreon.com/flopculture Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2024-07-0507 min
ShoutOut, ListenInEpisode 21: Growing up Queer, coming out, mental health, finding your tribe and primary education with Padraig Wilson McCarthyIn this episode Shout volunteer and podcast producer Feargh Curtis sits down with radio presenter, social media personality and primary school teacher Pádraig Wilson McCarthy to chat about his life growing up in Cork, his coming out story, being an openly LGBTQ+ educator and his Dublin City FM.
2024-04-2546 min
The VoicenoteEpisode 17: Kate Middleton, Duchess of AdobeIt's the biggest royal conspiracy in over 20 years and we would be lying if we said it hadn't consumed our every waking minute.Following Kate Middleton's apology for posting an edited photo on Mother's Day, the speculation as to where Kate is continues to twist, turn, grow legs and has been running through our minds for WEEKS.Pádraig and Shannon take you through the timeline events that have lead us to this point as well as some of the conspracies that surround the Princess.They deep dived, so you d...
2024-03-1326 minThe VoicenoteEpisode 16: Solo Travel Is My Drug of Choice with Tara PoveyAfter his successful solo trip to New York, Pádraig has quickly made solo travel his latest personality trait. This week, travel content creator Tara Povey joins The Voicenote as a seasoned solo travel professional. The pair chat about all things solo travel and Tara shares her travel tips and tricks for anyone who's thinking of biting the bullet!Be sure to check out Tara's Instagram to see where she's exploring. Her handle is @whereistarablog.You can follow Pádraig on Instagram, Twitter and TikTok.If you're en...
2024-03-0630 minThe VoicenoteEpisode 15: Celebrity Foot Club with Fionnuala JayThis week Pádraig chats to our equivalent of Perez Hilton in a universe where he wasn't problematic.Fionnuala Jay is back to discuss the celebrity feud of the year and it's only February between Nicki Minaj and Megan Thee Stallion.They discuss the origins of their conflict, they deep dive the lyrics on the diss tracks and ultimately they rule on who needs to calm down.After The Grammys at the weekend, Pádraig and Fionnuala chat about what went on behind the scenes, Taylor Swifts alleged snub of Ce...
2024-02-0741 min
BandwagonsJacob Elordi, All Of Us Strangers + The Traitors (with Pádraig Wilson McCarthy) [Patreon Preview[Pádraig Wilson McCarthy, host of The Voicenote podcast, stops by to talk Jacob Elordi, All Of Us Strangers and The Traitors.Get the full episode on Patreon - patreon.com/Bandwagons Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2024-01-2505 minThe VoicenoteEpisode 14: Richard Gere Up The RearWhile catching up on their week, Pádraig tells Shannon about his new obsession with Paul Mescal and Andrew Scott after seeing them from a distance at the Irish premiere of All Of Us Strangers.After Shannon leads this weeks celeb stories that had her by the neck, they share their love of rumours, recall some that they might have spread and they deep dive their favourite celebrity conspiracy theories from cloning to The Illuminati to Richard Gere's fetish for gerbils.You can follow Pádraig on Instagram, Twitter and TikTok. You can re...
2024-01-2438 min
Predrinks at Laylah’sTalking with Pádraig Wilson-McCarthyWelcome to Predrinks at Laylah's, the podcast where I have a drink with a guest and discuss the topic du jour.Today, Padraig and I are talking about talking. Listen to us talk about where our love of talking came from in a talky way. Coz we’re talking…about talking. CREDITS:Hosted by Laylah BeattieProduced by Niall DugganMusic by DJ Succulent Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2024-01-1747 minThe VoicenoteEpisode 13: Getting Tipsy for GypsyIt's the comeback of the year and it's only January.Pádraig kicks off season two by introducing a familiar voice to keep the conversation flowing for season two.After revealing the identity of his new sidechick, the pair discuss their (lack of) New Year's celebrations, their (little to no) New Year's resolutions and what they believe should be in and out for 2024.You can follow Pádraig on Instagram, Twitter and TikTok. You can reach Shannon on Instagram or TikTok or on her TV and film review page @gottareviewit...
2024-01-1031 minFlop CultureTop Of The Flops 2023 (with Eoin Keane, Karla K and Pádraig Wilson McCarthy) [Patreon Preview]Esteemed Flop Culture guests Eoin Keane, Karla K and Pádraig Wilson McCarthy attempted to help Fionnuala recap the year in pop culture at the Top Of The Flops live show back in November.Listen to the full episode on Patreon - patreon.com/flopculture Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2023-12-3002 minFlop CultureLove Is Blind And The Show Is F*cked (with Pádraig Wilson McCarthy) [Patreon Preview]Pádraig Wilson McCarthy joins Fionnuala to discuss the drama of Love Is Blind season five, and ask where the show can go from here.Listen to the full episode on Patreon - patreon.com/flopculture Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2023-10-2705 min
The FahdcastEp #31: Padraig W. McCarthy: Homophobic Attacks, Transgender Equality & PodcastingWelcome back to The Fahdcast! On this week's episode, I sat down with Padraig Wilson McCarthy who is the host of "The Voicenote" podcast available on all streaming platforms. A very honest and eye-opening episode. I thoroughly enjoyed this episode and listening to Padraig's worldviews.Topics discussed:- The Truth about Podcasting- The drinking culture in Ireland- Being in school- Homophobia in Ireland - Being gay during his time in secondary school- Has woke culture gone too far?- Free S...
2023-06-111h 28The VoicenoteEpisode 12: Putting The Agony in Agony Aunt with Fionnuala JayFollowing hot in the heels of Queen Linda Martin, Pádraig had big boots to fill and so pulled out the big guns and is joined by fellow Cork icon, reality TV expert and podcast hoe Fionnuala Jay for her inaugural episode of The Voicenote and to begin her role as resident Agony Aunt!After catching up on Fionnuala's recent travelling escapades, chatting about the return of Fionnuala's first podcast, Bandwagons with best pal, Bríd and reminiscing on a recent chaotic night out, the pair sit down to go full on Agony Aunties.A...
2023-05-1752 minFlop CultureEurovision Flops (with Pádraig Wilson McCarthy)For the week that's in it, Fionnuala is joined by Eurovision king and host of The Voicenote Pádraig Wilson McCarthy to talk about Ireland's current flop era in the singing competition and his favourite flops from over the years.Listen to The Voicenote wherever you get your podcasts!TIMESTAMPSEurovision Flops with Pádraig Wilson McCarthy: 0:46Top of the Flops: 59:59LINKSFollow Pádraig on Instagram and TikTok!Follow Flop Culture on Instagram and TikTok! Hosted on Acast. See aca...
2023-05-111h 05The VoicenoteEpisode 11: Getting Loose with Linda Martin! Eurovision Special!They say never meet your heroes, but thats doesn't when your hero is Linda Martin!Episode 11 is the Eurovision special you never knew you needed and after Pádraig chats about the origin of his obsession with the spectacle, he sits down for a chat with Eurovision royalty, the winner of the 1992 competition, Ms. Linda Martin!Ahead of musics biggest global event next week, Pádraig and Linda share their love of the show, they chat about Ireland's triumphant history, where it all went wrong and what Ireland can do to reclaim the ti...
2023-05-0336 minThe VoicenoteEpisode 10: Princess Diana's Prinking Playlist with Shannon Jones MurrayThe Voicenote has entered it's double digits era and this week it’s the reunion Union J could only dream about as Pádraig joined once again by the people’s deputy princess Shannon Jones MurrayPádraig killed two birds with one stone and caught up with his bestie for a chinwag and recorded it so everyone could hear the intrusive thoughts that are the foundations of their friendship 👯♀️ They expose Kris Jenners latest PR stunt, Shannon comes out as a Swiftie and tries to convert Pádraig before they reveal the bops that they be...
2023-04-1933 minThe VoicenoteEpisode 9: Vibin' Solo with Me, Myself and I After a brief break, normal schedule has resumed and in a bid to keep everyone on their toes, Pádraig is shaking things up with his first solo episode of The Voicenote.Pádraig gives an insight into the irrational way his mind works while discussing some of the news stories that have occupied an unhealthy amount of space in his brain of late.He pitches his ideas to make Grá ar an Trá (Ireland's answer to Love Island) a success, He analyses Gwnyeth Paltrow’s trial and giving his verdict on the true w...
2023-04-0535 minThe VoicenoteEpisode 8: Seachtain na GAYlge with Eoin Ó'CatháinIt’s Seachtain na Gaeilge (Irish Language Week) and with St. Patrick’s Day fast approaching Pádraig is joined by Eoin Keane political reporter with Raidió na Gaeltachta in the most Irish episode of a podcast you’re going to hear all year!Recording from Dáil Éireann, Ireland's government buildings, Pádraig and Eoin sit down to chat politics all while painting Leinster House emerald green!The two buachaillí discuss their dream government cabinet with some iconic queens filling ministerial positions, they give a crash course in essential Irish that you can use this...
2023-03-1557 min
My Pod On Paper | The unofficial Love Island podcastMy Pod On Paper | S9 Ep38 Wednesday March 8thS9 Ep38 Wednesday March 8th Orlaith Condon and Padraig Wilson McCarthy. Proudly brought to you by Dyson
2023-03-091h 02The VoicenoteEpisode 7: 50 Shades of Flags with Conor GalvinIn this episode, Padraig manages to score himself a hot date (even if he didn’t realise) with his one time internet associate, very brief teammate and fellow Corkman Conor Galvin. The boys chat red and green flags, fake tan disasters and how Angela Bassett did her thing!Not one to turn down the opportunity to be centre stage, Conor is fond of the storytelling scene and has recently used it as a platform to speak about the struggles he’s faced with his mental health in the past. This is a very frank...
2023-03-0154 min
Sissy That PodSeason 15: Episode 8 w/ Pádraig Wilson McCarthyIt's a lipsync Lollapaloozy this week, and joining Cian & Erin to share their thought is podcaster Pádraig Wilson McCarthy.
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2023-02-2043 min
The VoicenoteEpisode 6: Cheryl Cole Gave Me IBS with Pj KirbyIn the latest serving of The Voicenote, Padraig is joined by fellow podcaster, acclaimed dancer, fashion icon, Cork sister, writer and star of Cliché, PJ Kirby who conveniently is one of Padraig’s closest friends. In the episode the pair catch up after a long ten days without a rendezvous, they discuss the state of the gafs for rent in Dublin, Rihanna’s Super Bowl performance and Valentine’s Day before getting down to this weeks theme: Fad Diets. Neither of the two are shy to admit that they struggle with dysm...
2023-02-161h 05My Pod On Paper | The unofficial Love Island podcastMy Pod On Paper | S9 Ep19 Thursday Feb 9thS9 Ep19 Thursday Feb 9th Orlaith Condon and Padraig Wilson McCarthy. Proudly brought to you by Dyson
2023-02-101h 06
The VoicenoteEpisode 5: First, Second and Turd Dates with Ash Carroll and Naomi RedmondBack after a short hiatus to gather his thoughts, Pádraig chats to Ash Carroll and Naomi Redmond, two best gal pals, who together took Irish TV's by storm on the latest series of First Date's Ireland. Pádraig tells them how he knew the moment he saw them they were destined to be friends and over a couple of bottles of Prosecco, Dublin's newest and hottest ménage à trois really get to know one another!The trouple discuss Ash finding her new beau, Ross on national television, Naomi reveals how she fell in l...
2023-02-011h 00The VoicenoteEpisode 4: Mary and Her Boy ChildOn the day that the annual ban on RIP.ie was lifted in their house, Pádraig is joined yet again by listener favourite, his mother, Mary to chat about their Christmas on episode 4 of The Voicenote.In the episode Pádraig shames his mom about her Christmas gift habits, they recall a recent trip to Dublin and express their shock at how they are still talking despite it being a week into the Christmas holidays. Mary makes a PSA to tell everyone what she does not want for Christmas. Ever.After a ch...
2022-12-2940 minThe VoicenoteEpisode 3: Live, Laugh, Love with James KavanaghIn the third instalment of The Voicenote, Pádraig lands a chat with Irish national treasure, James Kavanagh in the hopes of rinsing him for some free advice but gets more than he bargained for as they strike up a beautiful new friendship! In the process Pádraig tells James what he really thinks of his beloved cat, Diana, James takes a test to see if he is worthy of becoming a true 'Corkonian' and the pair play a gay mans favourite game, ‘Would You Rather?’ with questions sent in from listeners. You can list...
2022-12-151h 04The VoicenoteEpisode 2: Crash into Christmas!In episode two, Pádraig is joined by his very good Judy, Shannon Jones Murray for a long overdue catch up. Shannon who is notorious for flaking on plans and known for her quick whit chats all things Christmas and they share some of their less conventional Chrimbo traditions as two, double-barrel named gaylings from broken homes.Pádraig and Shannon talk about some of their fondest memories of one another which coincidently always happened in one of their cars, Shannon (a sharp tongued movie critic) discusses her favourite Christmas movies, who she thinks would be id...
2022-11-2938 min
The Tonight ShowTuesday 22nd November 2022 - Ronaldo Leaves Man Utd, Rising Rents Impacting Education Sector & All You Need to Know About RSV VirusClaire Brock speaks to Cian O’Callaghan TD, Senator Mary Fitzpatrick, Kevin Doyle, Kieran Christie, Lisa Ryan Miguel Delaney, Pádraig Wilson McCarthy & Dr Scott Walkin Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2022-11-2344 min
The VoicenoteEpisode 1: Fancy Another One?In the first episode of The Voicenote, Pádraig asks his mother, Mary questions about himself to help listeners get to know him a bit better.In between their moments of hysterical laughter, Mary tells Pádraig which celebs she would love to see him dating, they discuss whether or not they will wear a harness to Mary's first pride event and Pádraig realises his mom knows a lot less about him than he thought. This is a candid conversation that shows the loving relationship shared between Pádraig and his Mom and her excitement of havi...
2022-11-1442 min
EquiRatings Eventing PodcastFrom The Vault: Badminton 2019 Preview ShowThe full team discuss their podiums for Badminton 2019 … all mixed between the Team GB onslaught of Oliver Townend, Laura Collett, Nicola Wilson, Tom McEwen vs. Irish frontman Padraig McCarthy. Did anyone correctly go for eventual winner Piggy French? You'll have to listen in to find out!
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