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Galway Bay fm - NewsSalthill to host fire fighting technology exhibition and national conferenceThe Irish Chief Fire Officers Association is set to host its annual conference in Salthill later this week
The conference and fire technology exhibition will host hundreds of fire officers, industry experts and government officials
Topics that will be discussed include the risks associated with Lithium-Ion batteries which were at the core of a major incident at Claregalway Corporate Park in January
Other items on the agenda for Wednesday and Thursday at the Salthill Hotel include climate change and improving communication techniques
Galway's Chief Fire Officer Gerry O'Malley outlines the various...2025-05-0500 minGalway Bay fm - NewsPerspective-shifting art installation in Salthill Park offers glimpse of futureAs part of the 'Architecture on the Edge' Festival, UrbanLab have unveiled Samhlú Salthill, a perspective-shifting art installation.
With the help of local schoolchildren, the art piece reimagines the surrounding area - providing a glimpse of the potential future.
Our reporter Chris Benn was at the launch in Salthill Park and spoke to University of Galway's Dr Pat Collins about the aim of the installation.
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The Ireland Podcast96. Dr. Niall Muldoon: Ombudsman For Children In IrelandEpisode 96 has the Ombudsman for Children in Ireland Dr Niall Muldoon conversing with Fender Jackson. Niall has held this position since February 2015, and his work focuses on promoting and protecting the rights and welfare of children in Ireland. This interview is the latest link in ‘Muldoon’s Chain’. This interview is the latest link in ‘Muldoon’s Chain’, a series initiated through a conversation with Paul Muldoon on The Ireland Podcast.Conversation includes: interactions; Niall’s journey to his current role; interview tips; Chris Hadfield; the fixed maximum time of two terms (12 years); the genesis of the ombudsman...2024-08-2158 min
Recording GalwayThe Bracing Waters and Moral Dangers of SalthillThis documentary was broadcast on Galway Bay FM on September 17, 2021 and was part of the online programme for Culture Night that year. It has interviews with Maude O'Donohoe and Jane Hogan who have fond memories of swimming at Salthill, Galway in the sixties. They reveal the rules that were in place at the behest of the local bishops in relation to where people could swim. Believing that men and women bathing together was an occasion of sin the bishops requested that bathing places be designated for men, ladies and families. Jane and Maude tell of one young...2024-07-2815 min
The Ireland Podcast67. Seán Keane: Singer and MusicianEpisode 67 features Seán Keane in conversation with Fender Jackson in the run up to the third Galway Folk Festival running from 5th to 9th June 2024.Conversation includes: introductions; other jobs; McConnells; Geordie Hanna; early fleadhs; McConnells; the musicality of the Keane Family; Seosamh Ó hÉanaí; Seosamh Mac Donncha; Geordie Hanna; Len Graham; Cathal McConnell; Northern vs. Connemara vs. West Cork; Paddy Tunney; Arty McGlyn; ornamentation; Arty McGlynn; Seán being turned off and then onto the guitar; tuning up; doing rightly; maintaining credibility and spanning genres; Elvis; 'Gratitude' album with the RTÉ Orchestra; arranger Gavin Murphy...2024-06-051h 04
The Ireland Podcast66. Anna Falkenau: Traditional Musician & ResearcherEpisode 66 is a conversation with musician and researcher, Anna Falkenau. Anna takes us through her personal journey from East Germany to the West of Ireland with a few musical performances along the way. The latter half of the interview focuses on her research into Traditional Irish Music - a must listen for anyone interested in the arc of the popularity of this jewell in Ireland’s crown.Conversation includes: introductions; growing up in East Germany; classical vs. trad bowing technique; the subtle details of playing trad; Orkney Islands; Cathal McConnell; Nuala Kennedy; learning by ear; ‘The Way...2024-06-031h 12
The Ireland Podcast65. Gerry McAvoy: Rory Gallagher's Bassist - Part 2Episode 65 is the second part of a series which is celebrating Gerry's magnificent work with arguably the greatest guitarist every to have lived. Gerry McAvoy is a bass guitarist best known for his long tenure with Rory Gallagher's band, with whom he played from 1971 until 1991. Gerry now plays with Band Of Friends. This weekend he is at the 20th anniversary of the Rory Gallagher International Tribute Festival.Conversation includes: ‘Who’s That Coming?’; Rory’s acoustic slide-guitar playing; Country Blues; Rory’s National guitar; ‘Tattoo’ album; Tom O’Driscoll’s Woolworths shopping jaunt; Lou Martin; Tamla Motown; James Jame...2024-05-3125 min
The Ireland Podcast64. Tony Scullion: All-Ireland Winning Legend - Part 2Episode 64 of The Ireland Podcast concludes the movie treatment interview with Fender Jackson steering Tony Scullion through his journey to All-Ireland success playing for Derry in 1993. Warning: Contains Spoilers!Conversation includes county games; 1985 Ulster Final against Monaghan in the packed house in Clones; 1987 Ulster Final against Armagh and getting man of the match; the 1987 All Ireland Semi Final against Meath; 1991 against Down; 1992 against Donegal; 1992 National League; Tony’s relationship with Joe Brolly and Joe’s helpfulness; Enda Gormley; the relationship with the rest of the 1993; Colm McGurk; Tony walks us through his 1993 All Irela...2024-05-3058 min
The Ireland Podcast63. Tony Scullion: All-Ireland Winning Legend - Part 1Episode 63 of The Ireland Podcast features Tony Scullion, a renowned former Derry Gaelic footballer. In this episode, Scullion shares his experiences growing up in rural Derry during the Troubles, his illustrious football career, including the 1993 All-Ireland win with Derry, and the personal challenges he faced throughout his life. The podcast offers an in-depth look into Scullion's journey, highlighting his resilience, dedication to the sport, and the impact of his experiences on and off the field. This episode is a must-listen for fans of Gaelic football and those interested in the personal stories behind Ireland's sports legends....2024-05-2953 min
The Ireland Podcast62. Gerry McAvoy: Rory Gallagher's Bassist - Part 1Gerry McAvoy is a bass guitarist best known for his long tenure with Rory Gallagher's band, with whom he played from 1971 until 1991.Conversation includes: introductions; learning the bass; meeting Rory for the first time; early gigging days with Deep Joy; getting the call to try out for recording; the recording sessions of Rory Gallagher (1971), Deuce (1971), recording Live in Europe using a mobile (1972), Blueprint (1973); Wilgar Campbell; Vincent Crane; Lou Martin; Rod de'Ath; Henry McCullough; Eugene; Joe Meek; Dave Fanning; remasters; Daniel Gallagher; Wilgar leaving; Rick Astley; Finbar Nolan; The Nolan Sisters and other topics....2024-05-2854 min
The Ireland Podcast61. Lorcan Sirr: Lecturer and housing policy analystEpisode 61 is an overview of the Irish property market with Lorcan Sirr, a senior lecturer of housing in the Technical University of Dublin as well as a housing policy analyst.Conversation includes: introductions; Henry Sirr and Robert Emmet; personal career path; the returning diaspora; Aidan Regan; Mary Harny ‘Boston or Berlin’; an overview of the rental and buying sector; long term lets and short term lets; the taxpayer picking up the tab; escooters; capitalism and an arch form of capitalism; housing as an investment product; climate vs. housing political targets; building properties to rent vs. properties to buy...2024-05-271h 03
The Ireland Podcast60. Lillis Ó Laoire: Sean-Nós Singer - Part 2Episode 60 continues with the conversation and more songs from An tOllamh (Professor) Liam Lillis Ó Laoire, two time winner of the premier sean-nós singing competition at Oireachtas na Gaeilge.Conversation includes: training and competitions; Art Mac Cumhaigh; the only two aislingí poems from Ulster ‘Úirchill a' Chreagáin’ and 'Aige Cuan Bhinn Éadair' or 'Aisling Airt Mhic Cumhaigh'; one of the first uses of the word Gaeltacht in modern Irish; the Spanish Tribe of Milesius; Jerry Hicks, a teacher of Paul Muldoon; a performance of ‘Úirchill a' Chreagáin’; winning Corn Uí Riada twice; Seán Ó Riada; Ceol an nUasal...2024-05-2257 min
The Old Galway DiaryThe Old Galway Diary Podcast - Episode 163 - Swimming in SalthillThis week on the Podcast this week Dick and Tom are talking about their memories of swimming in Salthill, Jimmy Cranney, Prom Swim and Blackjack dippers all get a mentionYou can find the articles referenced in this podcast on www.advertiser.ie/galway.If you have a message for Tom or Dick please email us at oldgalwaydiary@advertiser.ie2024-05-2216 min
The Ireland Podcast59. Lillis Ó Laoire: Sean-Nós Singer - Part 1Episode 59 brings you conversation and performances from An tOllamh (Professor) Liam Lillis Ó Laoire, two time winner of the premier sean-nós singing competition at Oireachtas na Gaeilge.Conversation includes: introductions (and reintroductions); Pádraig Ó Héalaí; Gleann Cholmcille (Glencolumbkille, Donegal); Jack Doherty (Derry); Oideas Gael; Liam Ó Cuinneagáin; an t’ollamh Seosamh Watson; Gael Linn; sean-nós singing; teaching gaelic and dancing; ‘A Phaidí a Ghrá’ (‘Paddy, My Love’); ‘An Draighneán Donn’ (‘The Blackthorn Bush’); the post mortem of the party; ‘Oral Literary Criticism’ by Alan Dundes; aesthetics; Cuma, Craiceann and Ceart; unison singing on Tory Island; a big night; the porch...2024-05-2145 min
The Ireland Podcast58. Paul Muldoon: PoetWhilst performing in Town Hall Theatre, Galway as part of 'Muldoon’s Picnic' with Poetry Ireland Paul Muldoon came to the studio to share his thoughts on poetry, poets and other matters. 'Muldoon's Picnic' is produced by Poetry Ireland and supported by The Arts Council / An Chomhairle Ealaíon and Arts Council of Northern Ireland.Conversation includes: introductions; Paul’s definition of a poet; Robert Frost; Wallace Stevens; craftspersonship in poetry; Chaucer; the makar and the troubadour; Wordsworth’s wise passiveness; the trouble Paul has with describing himself a poet; the best work being ahead of oneself...2024-05-201h 04
The Ireland Podcast57. Gerard 'Gerry' Mulholland (Jarír al-Majar): Part 2 - FuneralEpisode 57 is the second part of a two part celebration of the life of Jarír al-Majar (Gerry Mulholland). It is a snapshot of memories recorded by some of the friends and family of Gerard Mulholland at the Rahoon Cemetery and Sliding Rock bar, Galway on Monday, 15 May from 12.19 p.m. to 5.19 p.m. - one year ago today exactly. These memories are presented in the chronological order in which they were recorded, interweaved with recordings of Gerry from the internet. Thank you to everyone who shared their memories and who made recordings of Jarír’s music available on the i...2024-05-151h 45
The Ireland Podcast56. The Henry Girls: Music GroupEpisode 56 is a special recording session with gorgeous music from The Henry Girls. The Henry Girls consist of three sisters - Karen, Lorna and Joleen McLaughlin - who hail from Malin in the most northern part of our beautiful island in County Donegal.Conversation includes: introductions; a performance of ‘A Time To Grow’; writing harmonies; early musical life; ‘Oh Happy Day’ from Sister Act’; Gospel music; Beach Boys; Beatles; Boswell Sisters; a performance of ‘If It Ain’t Love’; 1930s arranging and production techniques; Riverdance; ‘Harry’s Game’ by Clannad; Paul Brady’s ‘Arthur McBride’; Declan O’Rourke’s ‘Galileo’; The Di...2024-05-1455 min
The Ireland Podcast55. Gerard 'Gerry' Mulholland (Jarír al-Majar): Part 1 - WakeEpisode 55 is the first part of a two part celebration marking the first anniversary of the passing of the remarkable Jarír al-Majar (Gerry Mulholland). It is a snapshot of memories recorded by some of the friends and family of Gerard Mulholland at the O'Flaherty Funeral Parlour, Galway on Saturday, 13 May from 4.18 p.m. to 7.37p.m. One year ago today exactly. These memories are presented in the chronological order in which they were recorded, interweaved with recordings of Gerry from the internet.Both episodes were published in The Galway Podcast soon after recording and, of all the 46...2024-05-131h 44
The Ireland Podcast54. Pierce Turner: Singer Songwriter - Part 2Episode 54 continues with more incredible rock'n'roll stories from the road with Pierce Turner as well as him talking about his new Tarantino-esque single 'Hail Glorious Glorious Saint Patrick' out on StorySound Records. Conversation includes: Christy Moore’s track ‘The Way Pierce Turner Sings’; Christy Moore’s sense of humour; playing Carnegie Hall with Philip Glass as part of the Tibet House Benefit in 2010; the acoustics of Carnegie Hall; Patti Smith’s band and Iggy Pop; the unionisation of Carnegie Hall; the antics of Iggy Pop onstage; Iggy Pop at Trip To Tipp in 1993; the financial success of Iggy Pop...2024-05-0944 min
The Ireland Podcast53. Pierce Turner: Singer Songwriter - Part 1Episode 53 is a joyful chat with singer songwriter Pierce Turner who has written music for Christy Moore as well as having worked with the producer of The Band, John Simon.Conversation includes: introductions; being in a duo with Larry Kirwan from Black 47 and moving to USA together; early years as ‘Turner and Kirwan from Wexford’; touring with UB40 as ‘The Major Thinkers’; Philip Glass producing Pierce’s first album; writing music for dance; the similarities between Irish and Indian music; Seán Ó Riada; John Simon producing Pierce’s third album; Pierce’s time with Beggars Banquet Records; becoming...2024-05-0841 min
The Second Captains PodcastEpisode 2933: The Leinster Express, The Pigeon, Salthill In the Sun, Adeleke Revs UpLeinster are going to London and before Eoin gave up on his buffering Wi-Fi it looked as if they were cruising. Instead, they somehow found themselves staring down the barrel of one of the great European Cup comebacks - no need to remind you of the other one..We chat through a huge day for Leinster and Irish sport with Shane Horgan and the BBC's Chris Jones.A happy Murph details his day in the Salthill Sun and we get ahead of ourselves in predicting just how many medals the Irish Athletics relay...2024-05-0656 min
The Ireland Podcast52. Gary Monroe - Part 2: Festival Founder & PromoterPart 2 of the conversation with Fender Jackson, Gary Monroe takes us through the Galway Folk Festival and going on tour with Sharon Shannon and a mingle in between the horses.First HalfTopics include: Galway Folk Festival; Peter O’Sullivan; getting the festival up and running; Damien from Cuppa Tea TV; Paul Murphy; programming a festival; Mec Lir; Talask; Seán Keane; Johnny Broderick; Ímar; Ireland punching above its weight when it comes to the arts; everyone having a party piece; South Korea; overpricing; Bali; exotic fruits vs. 4th or 5th division schtuff; almost getti...2024-05-021h 04
The Ireland Podcast51. Thank You, Johnny: A Tribute To Johnny MoynihanIn this special episode, we celebrate the unforgettable 'Thank You, Johnny' concert held at the Town Hall Theatre in Galway on Tuesday, April 30th, 2024. Host Fender Jackson takes listeners on a journey through this extraordinary evening, where legendary musicians gathered to honour the pioneering artist Johnny Moynihan: the man who introduced the bouzouki to Irish music! Joined by Johnny's old friends Andy Irvine, Terry Woods, Frankie Gavin, and Catherine McHugh, along with esteemed guests Rick Epping, Paul Brady, and other special performers, the concert was a heartfelt tribute to Johnny's remarkable legacy in the world of...2024-05-0145 min
The Ireland Podcast50. Gary Monroe - Part 1: Monroe's & Rosabel's RoomsIn this episode of The Ireland Podcast with Gary Monroe, listeners are transported to the vibrant city of Galway, where Monroe's Tavern holds court as a beloved establishment. Host Gary Monroe shares the history and charm of Monroe's Tavern, a cultural cornerstone in the heart of Galway known for its lively atmosphere and warm hospitality.The episode takes on a deeper resonance as Gary reflects on the profound personal journey that led to the creation of Rosabel's Rooms Charity. Inspired by the memory of his daughter, Rosabel, Gary and his wife Suzanne founded the charity to...2024-04-3045 min
The Ireland Podcast49. Mairéad Carlin: Celtic WomanEpisode 49 takes us to Biloxi, Mississippi in the USA for a chat with the delightful daughter of Derry: Mairéad Carlin of Celtic Woman. Despite the geographical distance between Fender and Mairéad the chat is rather homely given that Fender also comes from Derry.Conversation includes: introductions; the history of Celtic Woman; Mairéad’s personal journey into Celtic Woman; Hugo Carlin and the Trend Showband; Áine Carlin and her 5 vegan cookbooks (so far!); favourite Irish poems; favourite Irish song; Declan O’Rourke; Paul Brady; Eleanor McEvoy; favourite Irish winner of the Eurovision Song Contest; favourite...2024-04-2925 min
The Ireland Podcast48. Sinéad Reel: LGFA - Armagh County ChairpersonEpisode 48 is with Sinéad Reel who takes us from understanding the basics of Ladies Gaelic football through to more detailed analysis and ending on a surreal note!Conversation includes: Gaelic vs. Soccer; LGFA vs. GAA; the rules; finances; the facilities; different pitch sizes; drainage systems on pitches; the popularity of the LGFA game; getting (back) into the game; Gaelic 4 Mothers & Others; Dads & Lads; Armagh; Croke Park; the different roles available for anyone interested in getting involved in LGFA; the costs in terms of time and money; personal goals and private goals; integration; a special shout out...2024-04-241h 00
The Ireland Podcast47. Fiachra Trench - Part 2: Arranger for Thin Lizzy, Paul Brady, Elvis Costello etcEpisode 47 is the second part of a conversation with composer Fiachra Trench who has arranged music for The Corrs, Paul Brady, Kevin Rowland, Philip Lynott, Thin Lizzy, Elvis Costello, Hans Zimmer, Michael Kamen, Finbar Furey, Altan, Paul McCartney(!), Carmel McCreagh(!!) and many, many more.Conversation includes Elvis Costello’s ‘Harpies Bizarre’; working with The Corrs and Mitchell Froom; working with Van Morrison on 11 albums doing about 60 tracks; working with Wet Wet Wet on about 15-20 tracks; working with Paddy Moloney and The Chieftains; Derek Bell; Long Journey Home; the science of arranging; working with Ian Levine; varisp...2024-04-1953 min
The Ireland Podcast46. Fiachra Trench - Part 1: Arranger for Hans Zimmer, Pogues, Van Morrison etcConversation includes: early life; music lessons; computer games; first gigs; working on ‘I Don’t Like Mondays’ by Boomtown Rats with producer Phil Wainman; adding “sweetening” as an arranger; seeing and hearing as an arranger; inspiration vs. plagiarism; working on ‘A Rainy Night In Soho’ and the oboe version; Fiachra’s method of arranging; working on ‘Fairytale Of New York’; the influence of Ennio Morricone’s ‘Once Upon A Time In America’; Van Morrison’s ‘Have I Told You Lately’; working on ‘Poetic Champions Compose’; heterophony; Ukrainian musicians; working with Hans Zimmer; recording a sampling session for ‘The Thin Red Line’; working on ‘Pearl Harbor’...2024-04-1657 min
The Ireland Podcast45. Noel O'Grady: Singer & RaconteurEpisode 45 is a conversation largely framed around the poetry of James Joyce, Patrick Kavanagh and Brendan Kennelly with singer and raconteur Noel O’Grady.Conversation includes: introductions; Noel’s 35 years in the army; President Michael D. Higgins; Bloomsday; John McCormack; W.B.Yeats; James Joyce’s singing voice; Eileen Joyce; "the tyranny of the metronome"; Con Houlihan who spoke “English on a Gaelic loom”; the prose of Joyce; how Joyce placed music in his writings; Bellini’s bel canto ‘La sonnambula’ placed in Sirens in Joyce’s Ulysses; Christy Moore asking Noel how did he know which note to star...2024-04-091h 16
The Ireland Podcast44. Sinéad McKiernan: livewellworkwell.ieEpisode 44 is with Yoga, Breath, Meditation, Pilates Teacher and Workplace Wellbeing Specialist Sinéad McKiernan.Sinéad McKiernan in conversation talking about services offered, Yoga’s popularity in Galway and the world, Mysore, India, anxiety attacks, being true to oneself, panic disorders, agoraphobia, the health benefits of yoga, which yoga style suits which people, the pressures put upon the body by overstimulation of the brain, karma, Hinduism, intentions vs. gratitudes, Catholicism, Buddhism, Sam Harris, tuning out stress, getting ill, body image, what a typical class looks like, sleeping in class, online vs. real. vs. pre-recorded lessons, corp...2024-04-041h 05
The Ireland Podcast43. Niall McGahon: Galway Golf Club GMEpisode 43 is a wide ranging interview with the General Manager of Galway Golf Club: Niall McGahon.Discussion includes how Niall got the position, his mentor Michael Moss, peer assists, the club’s size, managing the wishes of 1400 adult members, Justin Rose, modernising a golf club with so much history, Niall's first gold club aged 4, Sammy Hempel, Alan Hunter, the mid-Atlantic accent, Ricky Elliott, the different stages of being a great golfer, the demands put upon elite golfers, Joe Lyons, Ronan Mullarney, Liam Nolan, how golf can be a lonely sport at the elite level, why does Ir...2024-03-261h 23
The Ireland Podcast42. Dr. Kevin Lynch: Costal GeomorphologistConversation with Dr. Kevin Lynch from University of Galway about the effects of nature on Galway and the west coast of Ireland and what we can do about it.Three calls to action:Stay off the sand dunesGet involved in the planning for tackling floodingBecome a volunteer and turn up to eventsVisit Kevin's Blog dunes.ie for more info.#coast #coastalgeomorphologist #coastalgeomorphology #geomorphologist #geomorphology #kevinlynch #coastalgeomorphologist #theirelandpodcast #coastalerosion #coasts #coastsofireland #storms #irishstorms #flooding #irishflooding #floodinginireland #sanddunes #sanddunesdonegal #sanddunesofireland #stayoffthesanddunes #universityofgalway #d...2024-03-211h 11
The Ireland Podcast41. Roisín Reddington & Lauren O’Donnell: All Ireland ChampionsEpisode 41 is a conversation which was published on The Galway Podcast between All Ireland football champions Roisín Reddington & Lauren O’Donnell with Fender Jackson.Conversation with our two youngest female guests where they discuss what it takes to become All Ireland champions. A truly inspirational conversation covering the early inspiration which motivated the girls getting into football,, life in England, Salthill Knocknacarra GAA, Roisín's grandfather Michael Duignan who used to play with Saint Michael’s GAA, the great O’Donnell football family, becoming All Ireland Winners, playing for Club and County, the different positions on the f...2024-03-191h 02
The Ireland Podcast40. Irish With Mollie: Happy St. Patrick's Day In IrishEpisode 40 is a special Mini Irish Lesson with the internet's favourite champion of the Irish language: Mollie from IrishWithMollie.com.Learn how to say "Happy Saint Patrick's Day" in Gaelic. (Gaelic is the Irish word for "Irish"!) Mollie breaks the phrase down so you can easily learn how to say:"Lá Fhéile Pádraig sona duit!" which translates word-for-word as "Day festival Patrick happy to you."N.B. To wish this greeting to more than one person you must say, "Lá Fhéile Pádraig sona daoibh". Again, Mollie will w...2024-03-1706 min
The Ireland Podcast39. Monsignor La Flynn: Who Was Saint Patrick?Episode 39 is a conversation with Monsignor La Flynn, Prior of Lough Derg as Fender Jackson finds out about Saint Patrick attempting to separate the man from the myth.Conversation includes: introductions; Patrick’s origins; Patrick’s two texts; Patrick’s confession being an autobiography of sorts; the earliest full copies of the documents; Dabheog; placing Saint Patrick in historical time; the 1932 Eucharistic Congress in Dublin; the notion of Patrick converting the whole of Ireland; Patrick’s 2nd document; Patrick’s links of slavery; Christianity in Ireland pre Saint Patrick; the rife slave trade of Ireland in the early t...2024-03-1649 min
The Ireland Podcast38. Paul Charles: Writer & Agent - Part 4Episode 38 concludes Paul Charles series of March 2024 by focusing mainly on his writing as well as Paul's friendship with Rory Gallagher.Conversation includes: early writing career with City Week and Thursday magazine covering people like Rod Stewart; writing articles for Hotpress on people like John Prine; writing articles on the Wrecking Crew; writing crime novels; storytelling vs. writing; 'Adventures In Wonderland'; basing his McCusker character on the brother of Fruupp’s Vince McCusker; Colin Dexter and the Morse Stories; Truman Capote’s 'In Cold Blood'; 'The Executioner's Song' by Norman Mailer; Paul’s biggest nightmare; John Thaw...2024-03-1431 min
The Ireland Podcast37. Paul Charles: Agent & Writer - Part 3Episode 37 is the penultimate episode of the Paul Charles series of March 2024.Conversation includes: the organic nature vs the strategic nature of growing acts; Elvis Costello; prolonging careers vs. catching career; Paul Casey & Friends feat. Terri Hooley perform 'In The Days Before Rock 'n' Roll’; Niall Stokes from Hot Press; Tom Waits’ Glitter & Doom Tour; Casey Waits; The Beatles’ Maxwell’s Silver Hammer; Tom Waits’ recent acting and recordings; Tom Waits usual touring schedule; the first tour with Van Morrison; the unfair demands of the record companies; Astral Weeks; Mary Margaret O’Hara; records companies’ interests; Paul’s advice t...2024-03-1334 min
The Ireland Podcast36. Paul Charles: Agent & Writer - Part 2Episode 36 includes Paul Charles' dealings with Christy Moore, Paul Brady, Tom Waits and Kathleen Brennan.Conversation includes: the performing abilities and character of Christy Moore; Declan Sinnott; early dealings with Christy; working with Paul Brady; Loudon Wainwright III; Lisdoonvarna Festival; The Boys Of The Lough; Paul Cummins and Dire Straits; Hard Station; Hugh Murphy; Don McLean; Steve Harley; Eric Bibb; the Charles builders of Desertmartin; Tom Waits; Swordfishtrombones and Rain Dogs; Tom Waits Asylum Years; the importance of no; Mary Margaret O'Hara, “You’ve one life and one life won’t do”, Tom Waits from 1980 - 1983; Juliet Tur...2024-03-1233 min
The Ireland Podcast35. Paul Charles: Agent & Writer - Part 1Episode 35 is the first of three parts charting the meteoric rise of Paul Charles from a small village in Northern Ireland to being one of the biggest music agents on the planet.Conversation includes: introductions; early days in Magherafelt, County Derry/Londonderry; Vince McCusker and The Blues by Five; Dixie Kerr & The Breakaway Showband; entering show business from Magherafelt; moving to London; early writing career; The Marquee Club; the hierarchical structure within the music business; Van Morrison; Tom Waits; the role of the agent and the purpose of gigging; Liam Ó Maonlaí and The Hothouse Flowers; deciding wh...2024-03-1148 min
The Ireland Podcast34. Una O Boyle: Chess Woman Candidate MasterEpisode 34 is an interview with Woman Candidate Master Úna O Boyle conducted by the most important interviewers yet to appear on The Ireland Podcast.Conversation includes: introductions; early years of chess; becoming a Women’s Candidate Master; tricks; over the board vs. online; how they learnt how to play chess; hyperactivity and chess; Sonia O’Sullivan; the basic principles of chess; the opening, the middle game and the end game; Punk Chess (Bullet Games); chess clocks; Bobby Fisher; chess in sports days; chess boxing; Rumble In The Jungle - Muhammad Ali vs. George Foreman; attacking vs. defend...2024-03-081h 07
The Ireland Podcast33. Aonghus O'Flaherty: Tig Choili, GalwayEpisode 33 is a conversation with Aonghus O'Flaherty who is the son of Colie O'Flaherty and one of the key family members of a jewel in the musical crown of Galway: Tig Choili. This interview was recorded on 18th January 2024 and was initially planned to be published on The Galway Podcast, however, through reflection it was deemed too invaluable a conversation not to air on The Ireland Podcast.Conversation includes: talking bunioch; early days, the makeover of Tig Choili; Stockton’s Wing and Maurice Lennon; the timeline of Tig Choili; Joe Magliocco and the Genoa Bar; Trigger Ma...2024-03-0449 min
The Ireland Podcast32. Akira The Don: St. David's Day SpecialEpisode 32 is a celebration of St David’s Day through a conversation with Fender Jackson’s Welsh friend Akira The Don. Akira is a successful musical artist who has come up with his own genre which he calls “Meaningwave” – a fusion of wave music with meaningful lyrical content and lo-fi hip-hop.Conversation includes: introductions; St David’s Day vs St Patrick’s Day; Phil Lynott; Akira’s early life in Wales; shucks vs mucky puddles; forced redemption; castles and booze; Y2K era - the turning of the millennium; The Krays; working in an abattoir; Hunter S. Thompson; bre...2024-03-011h 07
The Ireland Podcast31. Andy Irvine Bonus Extra: One Midsummer’s DayWarning: This episode has strong language!Episode 31 is Andy singing a song called One Midsummer’s Day. The roots of this track actually lie in Arthur McBride and Andy explains all about it. This is a bonus episode and therefore it is only seven minutes in duration.Relevant Linkshttps://www.andyirvine.comAdditional LinksArthur McBride Get bonus content on Patreon Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2024-02-2807 min
The Ireland Podcast30. Andy Irvine: Irish Musician and Living LegendEpisode 30 is a chat with another living legend: Andy Irvine. Andy has played with Sweeney's Men, Planxty, Patrick Street, Mozaik, LAPD and Usher's Island. As a duo Andy has teamed up with Dónal Lunny, Paul Brady, Mick Hanly, Dick Gaughan, Rens van der Zalm, and Luke PlumbConversation includes: Phil Coulter; Des Kelly; the Planxty deal; the dancehall gigs; the first Planxty gig; Johnny Moynihan and the bouzouki; strings; Paddy Maloney; being a troubadour; and an acoustic artist; Paddy Glasgow and Glasgowbury; Kevin Burke; playing for oneself; potential alternative careers; Andy’s father; writing; musical arra...2024-02-261h 04
The Ireland Podcast29. Tommy Keane: Uilleann Pipe PlayerIncludes: introductions; the list of great players Tommy has played with including Jacqueline McCarthy, Pádraic Keane, Siobhán Keane and Maisie-Kate Keane; getting the recording gig for Rum, Sodomy & The Lash; Phil Chevron; Elvis Costello; Red Roses For Me vs Rum, Sodomy & The Lash vs If I Should Fall From Grace From God; the arrangement of Dirty Old Town; Old Grey Whistle Test performance; vari-speeding; the three parts of the uilleann pipes; the chanter; the range of uilleann pipes vs bagpipes; overblowing and octave notes; the three drones; the three regulators; Dirty Old Town; breaking down the solo; the...2024-02-201h 12
The Ireland Podcast28. Dr. Patrick Collins: Associate Professor In Economic GeographyEpisode 28 is a ramble in the economic forests with Patrick Collins: Ireland being the richest member state of the Europe Union; tax avoidance; dodgy metrics; gross domestic product vs gross national product; Apple vs. Italy; Davos vs. Oxfam; neoliberal economics; Francois Holland; Adam Smith; Thatcherism; market dominance and moligopolies; the environment; the breakdown in trust for key institutions of democracy and the exponential rise of corporations; living wage; Yanis Varoufakis; dignity; teleological notions; The five stages of Rostow's Economic Theory; carbon offsetting and carbon credits; the cost of living and housing crises; the impact of Google in Ireland; the I...2024-02-151h 14The Old Galway DiaryThe Old Galway Diary Podcast - Episode 149 - Salthill ChurchIn this episode, Tom is about the history of Salthill Church.You can find the articles referenced in this podcast on www.advertiser.ie/galway.If you have a message for Tom or Ronnie please email us at oldgalwaydiary@advertiser.ie2024-02-1411 min
The Ireland Podcast27. Valentines & Ireland: Fr. Séan Mac Giollarnath feat. Irish With MollieEpisode 27 opens with Mollie teaching us how to say "Happy Valentine's Day" in Gaelic. Then the conversation moves to Whitefriar Street Church where Fender Jackson chats with Fr. Séan Mac Giollarnath about: Whitefriar Street Church location and history; Fr. John Spratt; how the relics ended up in Ireland; Pope Gregory XVI’s solidarity with Irish Catholics; St. Valentine’s life and martyrdom; Ash Wednesday and Valentine’s Day occurring on the same day; the other relics of St. Valentine; St. Valentine being someone close to us during our difficulties; visitors to St. Valentine’s shrine; the devel...2024-02-1446 min
The Ireland Podcast26. Danny O'Brien: ComedianEpisode 26 is a rather contrasting conversation with the mouth clown Danny O'Brien. All with music!Conversation includes: mouth clowning; Glendalough; Celtic Tiger; taking the career path to being a standup; gigging in Australia; Karl Spain; divorce; Annie’s Song; writing comedy; prison gigs; Slash; alcoholism; heroin; 100 days of sobriety; Al Pacino; going on stage sober; gambling; masking trauma; performing in Róisín Dubh; adapting a show; Oliver with the mullet who is not a groupie (we think); logistics; the freedom of being on stage; Liam Ó Maonlaí; Whelans and The Ruby Sessions; watching Eddie Murphy during a babys...2024-02-1359 min
The Ireland Podcast25. Ruairí McKiernan: Author, counsellor, campaignerEpisode 25 is a conversation with Ruairí McKiernan who has job titles being listed as a counsellor, campaigner, charity founder, keynote speaker, author, former member of the Council Of State, CEO and a best selling author.Conversation includes: Ruairí’s current juncture at where he is in his life; his best selling book “Hitching For Hope”; catching the early wave of Covid; Seán Óg McKiernan; the importance of art and artists; the importance of investing in your craft; being born with different gifts; "Education is not the filling of a pail, but the lighting of a fire”; pla...2024-02-121h 03
The Ireland Podcast24. Chinese New Year: Year Of The DragonEpisode 24 has the most important guests yet who give their expertise on China. Included in the conversation: how to say Happy New Year in Chinese; the different Chinese tones; how to write them and how to say them; Chinese New Year customs and celebrations; the surprises you can find in Chinese dumplings; the differences in China and Ireland; the adjustments needed to make when relocating from China to Ireland; how to type on a Chinese keyboard; learn how to say “the numb mother cursing at the horse” in Chinese; the size of Chinese; the preparations kids can make before relo...2024-02-1026 min
The Ireland Podcast23. Liam Ó Maonlaí: Hothouse FlowersEpisode 23. A zen-like conversation between Liam Ó Maonlaí and Fender Jackson which provides no beginning nor end. Bookended with live piano performances Liam shares his performing and recording insights as well as his inspiration when it comes to performing. Other topics include cheap and free pianos, tuning pianos, identity, the gun makers of the world, reforging a world identity, Tuatha Dé Danann, Irish geography, Inisheer, Irish architecture, Irish people being cracked, bombed, nomadic people, Danny Sheehy, Shane Howard, long haul flights vs tractoring, sean-nós and the blues, the tin whistle, music being an alchemy, Gospel music, the f...2024-02-071h 00
The Ireland Podcast22. Bríd Rodgers: 1500th Anniversary Of St. BrigidEpisode 22 brings you a conversation wit Bríd Rodgers which was recorded on 1st February 2024: the 1500th anniversary of Saint Brigid. Brid Rodgers is a retired politician of John Hume’s Social Democratic and Labour Party and was the Minister for Agriculture and Rural DevelopmentBrid was one of those key players back in the day of the Civil Rights Movement in the 1960's. She helped deliver the Good Friday Agreement. That agreement was quite instrumental in ending the 30 year conflict on our island known as The Troubles.We interviewed Brid at length as...2024-02-0217 min
The Ireland Podcast21. Deirdre Brennan: Looking For Brigid feat. Irish With MollieEpisode 21 is the third in a series celebrating the 1500th anniversary of St. Brigid. Firstly we have Mollie (from ‘IrishWithMollie’) teaching us how to say Happy Saint Brigid’s Day in Gaelic followed by a conversation with photographer Deirdre Brennan. Deirdre has photographed 60 women named Brigid around the island of Ireland and these images will be projected at Barnardo Square in Dublin from 1st to 5th February 2024.00:00:23 Irish With Mollie00:07:31 Greetings with Deirdre Brennan00:07:41 Looking For Brigid introduction00:08:51 The call out and help from Keith Nolan 00:12:13 Discussing the project2024-02-011h 11
The Ireland Podcast20. Sister Rita Minehan: Who Was Saint Brigid?This is the second episode in a series celebrating Saint Brigid of Kildare - one of our three patron Saints, with the other two being Patrick and Colmcille.This week is all about the 1500th anniversary of Saint Brigid and we thought it would be a good idea to chat with someone who has a good grasp of the facts of what the lady, Brigid of Kildare was all about.In the previous episode Fender was talking with Paula O’Brien who works for Kildare County Councila and she mentioned that “Sister Rita” really knows a lot ab...2024-01-3053 min
The Ireland Podcast19.#Brigid1500: Celebrations For St. Brigid's AnniversaryEpisode 19 marks the first of a series celebrating the 1500th Anniversary of Ireland's female patron Saint, Brigid of Kildare. We are taking you around the island to each of the four provinces to offer a glimpse of some of the events that are occurring which are marking this monumentous celebration. Special thanks to all the interviewees in this episode.Relevant LinksMUNSTER 02:10https://recoveryhavenkerry.comhttps://www.instagram.com/dononeilldesignhttps://www.instagram.com/colinhorganhttps://www.instagram.com/marykennedyrtehttps://www.instagram.com...2024-01-2952 min
The Ireland Podcast18. Patrick Maguire: Freelance AnimatorEpisode 18 features freelance animator Patrick Maguire who is the artist behind various hilarious (semi?)viral videos online. Patrick also plays banjo, creates music and is an installation artist, as well as other things. On the internet he is mostly RareWitch but he is also Petal Reaction.Patrick talks us through his inspiration and his work processes. Making the ordinary extraordinary Patrick drills into the mundane and adds humour to it making side-splitting art.We have inserted in some of the audio from Patrick's animated videos. We have also bleeped out the swearing so...2024-01-221h 09
The Ireland Podcast17. Gino Lupari: Irish MusicianEpisode 17. This week’s guest is one of the world’s most famous bodhran players Mr Gino Lupari. Gino plays with a fantastic group called Four Men & A Dog who he affectionately refers to in this interview as The Dogs. Gino has recorded with Sinead O’Connor, Shane McGowan, Rick Danko, Levon Helm (The Band) and Garth Hudson to name but a few. He’s appeared on almost 50 albums, toured in over 30 countries and performed over 1000 concerts. We talk a little bit about Gino’s Italian heritage through his identity but I mostly steer away from that topic as...2024-01-151h 24
The Ireland Podcast16. Remembering Mike Moloney - Fender Jackson, Hugh Brown & Paul McEneaneyEpisode 16 is a celebration of the life of Mike Moloney with Hugh Brown and Paul McEneaney joining Fender Jackson where they discuss studying Performing Arts, Donal McKendry, Belfast Community Circus School, working in Maghaberry Prison, staging a performance in prison, Jim Webster, Streetwise Community Circus, Death Of A Salesman, Samuel Beckett, Michelle Wiggins, Stephen McNally, Magilligan Prison, Prison Arts Foundation, the influence the Performing Arts has had on their careers, The Vanishing Elephant, Charles Way, Harry Houdini, William Burroughs, Suzanne Vega, Frank Zappa, pwc, finding the challenge within oneself as an artist, devising art to appeal to oneself first a...2024-01-081h 31
The Ireland Podcast15. Nicole Schwabacher: Inyo's RingEpisode 15. The first episode of 2024 brings you Nicole Schwabacher, a teacher turned author at the start of her literary career where she discusses her first novel: Inyo's Ring. As it is described on her website:"A young sailor’s quest for survival turns into an epic battle for love, freedom, and justice in this gripping reimagined legend of the Tudor Era.The coast of Ireland, 1588: Aboard a lone galleon, part of what once was the mighty Armada, Inyo Fernández has barely survived weeks of starvation and harrowing sea battles, when his ship is far off...2024-01-011h 34
The Ireland Podcast14. Christmas Special: Phil Coulter - Living LegendEpisode 14. The word "legend" has been bandied about so much it has almost lost its meaning. However it is with great consideration and without any doubt that we can announce the guest of this Christmas Special of The Ireland Podcast as Derry, Ireland and indeed Europe's own living legend, Mr. Phil Coulter.Not only has Phil been the first Eurovision composer to have penned two winning songs for two different countries but he also has composed some of the most memorable songs that Ireland has heard in the last century including The Town I Loved So Well...2023-12-261h 10
The Ireland Podcast13. Dr JP McMahon: Michelin starred chef, playwright and moreEpisode 13. Dr JP McMahon discusses his early life, his education, Marina Carr, Tom Murphy Brian Friel, the three Lady Gregory plays, Brendan Kennelly poet, Samuel Beckett, Dadaism, Hugo Ball, bringing art into the restaurant, choosing music to match the restaurant, using photography in the restaurant, Food On The Edge, staging a performance with food, Hugo Ball, his Cava and Aniar restaurants, the seriousness of Michelin starred restaurants, how Michelin stars are awarded, how Aniar is a process, Irish brown flour, the black Irish bee, farmers market vs supermarkets, the state of farming in Ireland today and the challenges it...2023-12-181h 23
The Ireland Podcast12. Shane MacGowan's Funeral: Tributes To A Beloved GeniusAs a fan of Shane MacGowan and The Pogues since 1985 this episode is made with the most respectful of intentions. It is a collection of thoughts, conversations and music from Shane's funeral in Nenagh, County Tipperary on 8 December 2023 - a day that would have been Sinéad O’Connor’s 57th birthday.In the interests of time two notable omissions have been made: the speech from an Uachtaráin Michael D. Higgins and the eulogy from Shane’s widow Victoria Mary Clarke. (Both are really worth looking up.) Victoria does offer a great insight into Shane via a co...2023-12-111h 55
The Ireland Podcast11. Kevin Burke: Irish Master FiddlerKevin takes us deep into his early years when he trained as a fiddle player as well as a violin player. He discusses moving to American in 1980, Alan’s Irish Fiddler Book, Sligo Fiddle Player Paddy Killoran, Kevin’s way of playing, BB King, adapting the way one talks in certain scenarios, the music being on display vs. the musician, the semantics of music, Jackie Daly the great accordion player, playing with cajun influences, playing with open strings, Brendan Behan’s “The Hostage”, playing in awkward keys, how certain keys sound "violiny" and others sound "fiddley", playing with Andy Irvine and...2023-12-041h 26
The Ireland Podcast10. Johnny Graham: Ireland's Smallest Comedy ClubEpisode 10. Comedian behind Ireland's Smallest Comedy club which takes place upstairs in Dew Drop Inn, Galway ever Thursday at 9pm. Johnny discusses his early influences, sketches of the priest and Christy Moore, Jasper Carrott, Benny Hill, things you can and can’t say, Ritchie Kavanagh, comedy being the poor relation of the entertainment business - you don’t qualify for Arts Council grants etc, Dermot Roche, Dew Drop Inn, the difference in comedy and music, the requirements of comedy for a live venue, Bob Hennigan, Comedy Festival, Milton Jones, Reginald D. Hunter, Trip Advisor, Hector, Colin Geddis, The Empire, Jerry...2023-11-281h 14
The Ireland Podcast9. Paul Mulligan & Jim Rooney: Evoking The Ghost Of John PrineSecond of a series of episodes tracing the connection between John Prine and Ireland. A conversation with Grammy-winning producer Jim Rooney and his good friend from Kinvara, the musician Paul Mulligan.0:03:20 Introductions0:05:06 Jim's first encounter with John0:06:50 John starts Oh Boy Records0:07:50 The first release on Oh Boy Records0:10:44 John loved Christmas0:14:50 John, his jukebox and the hit that was so big we can't remember the name of0:23:04 John loved phrases and aphorisms0:23:52 Paul and Jim's Tribute #10:28:01 Paul's first encounter...2023-11-211h 03
The Ireland Podcast8. Kinvara: Searching For The Ghost Of John PrineFirst of a series of episodes tracing the connection between John Prine and Ireland. Here's some highlights from his wikipedia entry:Prine won four Grammy Awards out of 13 nominations, as well as a Grammy Lifetime Achievement Award.In 1971, Prine was playing regularly at the Earl of Old Town. Steve Goodman, who was performing with Kris Kristofferson at another Chicago club, persuaded Kristofferson to go see Prine late one night. Kristofferson later recalled, "By the end of the first line we knew we were hearing something else. It must've been like stumbling onto Dylan when he first b...2023-11-141h 07
The Ireland Podcast7. Bríd Rodgers: Retired Politician - Part 2Second half of a conversation recorded on the afternoon of Saturday 21st October 2023.03:10 Sunningdale04:48 Sinn Fein and the IRA's opposition to Sunningdale05:47 The Loyalist strikes10:06 Paisley's Third Force12:30 Getting used to the Troubles17:10 Getting protection19:31 Good Friday Agreement: Hume's "solo runs"21:32 Bríd's annoyance at the Hume/Adams talks22:13 The relationship between John Hume and Seamus Mallon28:26 Bríd's role in the Good Friday Agreement35:40 Blair and Clinton's intervention with David Trimble37:02 The certainty of...2023-11-071h 07
The Ireland Podcast6. Bríd Rodgers: Retired Politician - Part 1First half of a conversation recorded on the afternoon of Saturday 21st October 2023.01:18 Intro and first awareness of discrimination08:01 Fianna Fáil vs Fine Gael08:43 University09:31 Voting for the first time14:00 Getting involved in Civil Rights and first communications with John Hume17:15 Joining and ascending the SDLP20:30 Why did Bríd get involved in politics?22:53 Labour, The Republican Movement, The Worker's Party24:20 People's Democracy: Eamonn McCann, Michael Farrell26:10 Bernadette Devlin27:53 SDLP representing all classes29:10 Jo...2023-10-3144 min
The Ireland Podcast5. Ollie Walsh: Social Impact EntrepreneurA wide ranging interview with Ollie Walsh who is the co-founder and CEO of Pipit Global, a FinTech start up based in Galway. Ollie also consults for and mentors FinTech/Tech/Social Impact founders and companies globally.Ollie discusses starting up a FinTech company, how he got into this type of work, his competition and the difference in his company, the amount of money required to get people out of extreme poverty, , how markets can turn and how these can affect organisations of huge sizes, the venture capitalist approach to investing, Nigeria and how it will b...2023-10-241h 01The Old Galway DiaryThe Old Galway Diary Podcast - Episode 134 - Salthill ChangesIn this episode, Tom is looking at the history of SalthillYou can find the articles referenced in this podcast on www.advertiser.ie/galway.If you have a message for Tom or Ronnie please email us at oldgalwaydiary@advertiser.ie2023-10-1813 min
The Ireland Podcast4. Sharon Shannon: MusicianFirst half of a conversation with Sharon Shannon covering her early life on the farm, life in Doolin, Susan O'Neill, how to control eight dogs, Marina Fiddler and Madra, why she makes music, competitive showjumping, being shy as a kid, being vegan, window shopping in her own home, being an ambassador for Madra, resetting herself when at home, learning how to perform, the difference in playing in sessions and playing on stage, life on the road vs. life at home, developing the skills of talking in public, the respect Sharon receives, B/C vs C#/D accordions, her first...2023-10-1749 min
The Ireland Podcast3. John Devlin: Singer, songwriter and paranormalistJohn Devlin has been a fixture on the gigging circuit in Belfast and London for 30 years or more. Here he walks us through some of the tracks of his new release ('Next In Line') and he talks about his roots, his inspiration as a musician and a songwriter, the goings-on of keeping a band together, his band ('The Revolvers') and the various incarnations over the years with the different members, the production process of 'Next In Line' including the work of Cormac O'Kane in Red Box Recording, what keeps John grounded, as well as his entourage. Oh and his...2023-10-111h 19
The Ireland Podcast2. A History Of Ireland: Dr. Tomás FinnA conversation with Dr. Tomás Finn who is a lecturer in University of Galway. Tomás gives a detailed and balanced account of the history of the island of Ireland charting it from the first inhabitants through to the current post Brexit situation. Get bonus content on Patreon Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2023-10-041h 09
The Ireland Podcast1. Introduction: The Ireland PodcastLiam grills Fender Jackson from Salthillmedia.com about The Ireland Podcast. Salthill Media also produces The Galway Podcast. Find it on any podcast player or on Salthillmedia.com. Get bonus content on Patreon Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2023-10-0212 minThe Old Galway DiaryThe Old Galway Diary Podcast - Episode 94 - Salthill and Galway Fox StoriesIn this episode, Tom is looking at old Salthill. Ronnie is still looking at stories from the country side in east Galway. You can find the articles referenced in this podcast on www.advertiser.ie/galway2023-01-1133 min
The Maroon And White PodMoycullen vs Salthill-KnocknacarraCiaran McGrath and Tadgh O'Malley join Paul Shaughnessy to preview this weekend's county final between Moycullen and Salthill-Knocknacarra2022-10-2837 min
The Hurling PodThe Hurling Pod With Skehill And Murphy | Episode 11 | The Salthill Shake | Clare Crush CorkOn Episode 11 of The Hurling Pod, former Galway keeper James Skehill and ex Kilkenny defender Paul Murphy joined Will O'Callaghan to discuss the handshake felt across the GAA world between Brian Cody and Henry Shefflin after the Tribesmen's win in Salthill.
They also looked at how Clare impressed in backing up their win against Tipperary with another Thurles triumph, this time against League finalists Cork.
There's a preview of this Sunday's meeting of Tipperary and Limerick and the lads answer your questions arising from the weekend.2022-05-021h 38
The Wexford Hurling PodcastWexford continue to impress taking the points from Salthill - The Hurling Podcast with Fergal HealyWexford get the win and take the points against Galway as they continue to impress in the league but was there an element of shadow boxing in Salthill with the sides meeting again in the first round of the Leinster Championship. We chat with former Galway player and coach and current Galway minor manager, Fergal Healy, about the game and whether it will hold much weight come championship.2022-03-021h 18
Panoramica (Highlights)Salthill Cycle Path with Mayor Colette ConnollyLast September, Galway City Councillors voted by 17 to 1 in favour of a temporary two-way cycle lane along the Salthill prom. After 4 hours of debate on Monday evening, the Councillors changed their minds and voted 13 to 4 to revoke plans for the temporary 3 km cycle route. Those who voted against the plan cited concerns of local businesses, schools, residents and emergency services.
Mayor and Councillor for Galway City Central, Colette Connolly, is one of the 4 Councillors who did not want to revoke the plans. Mayor Connolly joined Tom to give her reaction to the decision and talk about where t...2022-02-1713 minThe Old Galway DiaryThe Old Galway Diary Podcast - Episode 47 - Salthill Soccer & The Clifden RailroadIn this episode, Tom is still looking at the history soccer in Galway including the founding of the Salthill Crusaders in 1940 and a special exhibition match playing in the Galway Sportsground. Ronnie is looking at Clifden Railroad and the history of Shantalla Marble.You can find the articles referenced in this podcast on www.advertiser.ie/galway2022-01-2630 min
KCLR's Big Game LiveHurling : Salthill-Knocknacarra v Mooncoin, AIB GAA Hurling All-Ireland Junior Club Championship semi-final (23/01/22)We were live today for the clash of Salthill-Knocknacarra (Galway) and our own Mooncoin in the All-Ireland Junior Club Championship semi-final.On duty for KCLR in the TUS Gaelic Grounds is Adrian Ronan and Aidan (Taggy) Fogarty.Coverage is with thanks to Blanchfield's Centra Mooncoin2022-01-231h 23The Old Galway DiaryThe Old Galway Diary Podcast - Episode 35 - Salthill Hot Spots & The Haunting of An TaibhdhearcIn this episode, Tom looks at some old Salthill Hot Spots. While Ronnie was reminded of a local ghost story.You can find the articles referenced in this podcast on www.advertiser.ie/galway2021-10-2728 minThe Old Galway DiaryThe Old Galway Diary Podcast - Episode 20 - Salthill in the 50's & Clare Sheridan comes home to GalwayIn this episode, Tom looks at the changing face of Salthill from the 1950's. Ronnie is finishing up his series on Clare Sheridan, in the final chapter of her life she retired to Galway and lived happily with family.You can find the articles referenced in this podcast on www.advertiser.ie/galway2021-07-1422 min
Salthill Devon FCEpisode 8Here are the best players we played against in our playing days; we really would like to hear all views!2021-05-2814 minThe Old Galway DiaryThe Old Galway Diary Podcast - Episode 11 - 100 Year Anniversary Of RIC Violence In Salthill & Clifden RailroadIn this episode, Tom is marking the 100 year anniversary of a violent RIC attack on an innocent men in Rileys Hotel in Salthill. Ronnie is looking out towards Clifden. He has been checking out Jim Deegan's Connemara train project and looking at the history of the Clifden Railway.You can find the articles referenced in this podcast on www.advertiser.ie/galway2021-05-1224 min
Salthill Devon FCEpisode 7, Salthill Devon - Our Roots in The VillageSalthill Devon's 'spiritual home' as it were, is firmly rooted in Salthill. That relationship is copper fastened today with 'The Village logo included on all the club's playing gear; while the Nipper Academy also sport the 'Blackrock Tower' on their training shirts.
Thank you to Chaosheng Zhang for the image2021-05-0723 min
Salthill Devon FCEpisode 6 Galway Utd's Best EverPete & Ollie sat down to offer their opinions on the best Galway United side they would have selected. An obviously impossible task, guaranteed to forget some worthy players and also agonise over 'toss up decisions'. We try to justify our selections (to ourselves!).
We do know however that there will be no shortage of opinions on who were the best Galway Utd players to date! We would love to hear you opinions; Who have been left out? who has been 'hard done by' - your opinion is a s valid as ours...2021-04-1517 min
Advertiser.ieThe Old Galway Diary Podcast - Episode 06 - The Salthill Development Organisation & Roger CasementIn this episode, Tom discusses The Hanger Ballroom and the Salthill Development Organisation. Ronnie has been researching Roger Casement.
You can find the articles referenced in this podcast on www.advertiser.ie/galway2021-04-0723 min
Salthill Devon FCEpisode 5 Best SDFC SquadsSalthill Devon is a club that has produced over 60 international players. Pete & Ollie offer their opinions of who would make 'their squads'. "When we got down to chatting about it - we realised what an impossible task it was" But, you will have your own opinions and we would love to hear them"! - Pete
Coming soon - our opinions on best players we played against in the Galway Leagued and the 'Best Galway United' squad we've seen - this might stimulate a bit of conversation!2021-04-0725 minThe Old Galway DiaryThe Old Galway Diary Podcast - Episode 06 - The Hanger Ballroom and the Salthill Development Organisation & Roger CasementIn this episode, Tom discusses The Hanger Ballroom and the Salthill Development Organisation. Ronnie has been researching Roger Casement.You can find the articles referenced in this podcast on www.advertiser.ie/galway 2021-04-0623 minThe Old Galway DiaryThe Old Galway Diary Podcast - Episode 03 - The Salthill Pools & the Irish Language School in Taw-inIn this episode, Tom discusses ‘The Pools’ in Salthill and attempts to restore them to their former glory, while Ronnie describes the role played by Sir Roger Casement in securing an Irish speaking teacher for the school in Tawin, Co. Galway.You can find the articles referenced in this podcast on www.advertiser.ie/galway:- The 'Pools' in Salthill: www.advertiser.ie/galway/article/1…ools-in-salthill- ‘Poor, brave, fighting little Tawin’ - wins major language battle: www.advertiser.ie/galway/article/1…-language-battle2021-03-2822 min
Salthill Devon FCEpisode 4 - Salthill ParkIn Episode 4 Ollie & Pete muse over the early days of coaching in Salthill Park which was our place! Everything stemmed from there.
We hear from Jim Craddock about playing in Salthill Park in 1950's and subsequently from Mick 'Striker' Sweeney on the 70's & 80's.
Salthill Park was our spiritual home.2021-03-2328 min
Salthill Devon FCSalthill Devon Podcast Ep 3 - The InternationalsSalthill Devon have 60 + former or current players who have pulled on the green shirt. Pete & Ollie muse about what it means to us. They chat with Meábh DeBúrca who has forty senior caps to her name and has played professionally in the US, Sweden & Norway.
Most recently Meábh has played with Galway in WNL and coaches Salthill Devon's youngsters at Drom.2021-03-1716 min
Salthill Devon FCEpisode 2 - The FivesPete & Ollie chat with the 'Voice of the Fives' Brendan O'Shaughnessy or 'Shaughs' to everybody. This is an appetiser for what is likely to be many more visits to 'The Fives'!2021-02-1812 min
Salthill Devon FCSDFC Podcast Episode 1Pete Kelly & Ollie Daniels chat about Finbar Lillis, a Salthill Original' who recently passed away.2021-02-1109 min
The GAA HourCathal Cregg interview, woeful Galway & Rossies v Salthill StewardsCathal Cregg interview, woeful Galway & Rossies v Salthill Stewards by SportsJOE Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2019-06-171h 01
Gardeners' CornerRHS Wisley and Salthill GardensDavid Maxwell heads to the world famous RHS Garden Wisley in Surrey where he finds out about the important research and plant trials taking place. With curator Matthew Pottage he explores the exotic garden which was established in September 2017 and he heads to the national collection of Heathers where Peter Jones tells him why every garden should have one. Also in the programme, Helen Mark heads to Salthill Gardens near Mountcharles in County Donegal where Elizabeth Temple has created a beautiful walled garden over three decades.2018-08-2541 minGardeners' CornerFrom Salthill Gardens in Co DonegalIn this week's Gardeners' Corner, Helen Mark, Brendan Little and Jim Bradley take the roadshow to the Garden Shed in beautiful Salthill Gardens, Mountcharles in Co. Donegal. Rhubarb and raspberries, lilies and leaf mould are just some of the questions put to the panel by members of Donegal Garden Society and also in the programme tips for the gardening week ahead.2018-06-1641 min