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My Dad's Car : Nostalgic cars of our childhoodTom McCooey: I wrote a book about restoring my parents wedding car. MG Magnette, Montego, BMW 3 series, 5 series S5E9Send us a textWe welcome Tom McCooey, a journalist and author onto our podcast to chat about his parents cars, and in particular an MG Magnette called Maggie.The car had previously last been used in 1983 and was his parent's wedding car. After his father passed away in 2016, his mother offered him the car and he set about restoring it.Financially it should never have been saved, but the vehicle lives, and was the basis for a book which is now available to buy.Maggie – A Lifelong MG Love Affair - Scratching Shed Pub...
2025-02-0447 min
Joey Pinz Discipline Conversations#313 Victoria McCooey: 🧠 Mental Strength in Adversity: Surviving Narcissistic Partners 💔Send us a textIn this gripping episode of Joey Pinz Disciple Conversations, Victoria McCooey shares her harrowing yet inspiring journey through a toxic marriage with a narcissist. This episode unveils the subtle signs of narcissistic abuse and offers empowering strategies for those entangled in similar relationships. Listeners will gain insights into: The Spectrum of Narcissism: Understanding the thin line between healthy self-esteem and toxic narcissism.Coping Mechanisms: Learn the 'Gray Rock' method and other tactics to handle narcissists effectively.Reclaiming Power: Victoria's story of transforming her trauma into a mission to help others.
2024-02-211h 22
The Domestic GameEpisode 29: Shamrock Bowl XXXIVOne for the history books; Shamrock Bowl XXXIV saw UCD overcoming the previously-undefeated Dublin Rebels to win the first Shamrock Bowl in their club legacy. The score finished 52 - 24.
In Episode 29, we retell the story of this clash of AFI titans, featuring soundbites from the bowl and one-month-on interviews with both teams featured at Kingspan Stadium on 7th August 2022.
With special thanks to Tony Rodgers from Antrim Jets, Ross McCooey and Ty Henry from the Dublin Rebels, and Larry Doyle, Darragh Farrell, Mark Lawless and Tom Donovan from UCD.
2022-09-232h 19
How Are Ya Now?DealershipS10E02 – DealershipGuest: Dennis GuginMusic: Elam McKnightIntro Music: I Feel Like RockingPre-show:Went over 4K on Twitter!We have a Discord: https://howareyanowpod.com/discordPatreon patron shout-outs The usual stuff:How Are Ya Now? Cosplay Contest. https://howareyanowpod.com/cosplayPatreon: https://www.patreon.com/HowAreYaNowPodMerch: https://howareyanowpod.com/merchIndependent Bands. hosts@howareyanowpod.comVoicemail Number – (304) 50-FERDAMusic this week: Elam McKnightGuest this week: Dennis GuginLinks –Personal Twitter: https://twitter.com/DennisGuginDG Pop Customs FB: https://www.facebook.com/dgpopcustoms/DG Pop Customs IG: ...
2022-01-201h 16
Tom McCooey: JournalistThe DadPool Podcast with Dad Matters: Go easy on yourselfDad Matters brings our pool of dads, organisations and professionals together to give you some company as you raise your troops.
Our pool of dads returns to discuss the best ways to keep a positive mindset when the habit of self-criticism creeps into your parenting.
2021-01-1925 min
Tom McCooey: JournalistThe DadPool podcast with Dad Matters: Reflecting on 2020Dad Matters brings our pool of dads, organisations and professionals together to give you some company as you raise your troops.
In our first episode we look at the challenges 2020 has brought, from waiting in car parks during appointments, dealing with lockdown and looking out for each-other.
2021-01-0528 min
MG Car Club PodcastEpisode 22: MG X Power and the emotional rebuild of a family MG MagnetteOn this edition of the MG Car Club Podcast, we talk about MG X Power and dig out the original press release from the Kimber House archives, detailing the brand’s return to top-level motorsport way back in 2001. Plus, we chat to member Tom McCooey about his emotional journey restoring the family Magnette in his fathers memory.Plus we examine how COVID-19 is affecting the classic car industry and look at the letter that started it all for the MG Car Club way back in September 1930.Plus news of new products for the club shop.
2020-09-0550 min
MG Car Club PodcastEpisode 22: MG X Power and the emotional rebuild of a family MG MagnetteOn this edition of the MG Car Club Podcast, we talk about MG X Power and dig out the original press release from the Kimber House archives, detailing the brand’s return to top-level motorsport way back in 2001. Plus, we chat to member Tom McCooey about his emotional journey restoring the family Magnette in his fathers memory.Plus we examine how COVID-19 is affecting the classic car industry and look at the letter that started it all for the MG Car Club way back in September 1930. Plus news of new products for the club shop.
2020-09-0550 min
Tom McCooey: JournalistA Lockdown Chorus: Singing from a distanceAll of us have been affected by the coronavirus lockdown in some way.
Singers in choirs have felt the strain of having the outlet for their passion restricted.
Some have found new ways to carry on, while others have had to remain silent. Some have even joined the singing for the first time.
Tom McCooey has found out, from a safe distance, what it has been like.
2020-07-1415 min
Tom McCooey: JournalistLockdown bakingStaying at home has encouraged many to take up baking, but this has left the flour industry struggling to keep up with demand.
Bakers in Merseyside are trying to find ways to carry on through the shortage.
Those that have made it a business are coming up with new ways to attract customers during lockdown. Tom McCooey reports.
2020-07-1402 min
Tom McCooey: JournalistHits Radio, July 2020: Wigan Athletic fan reactionReaction to Wigan Athletic entering administration.
2020-07-1402 min
Tom McCooey: JournalistHits Radio, July 2020: Baby scans version twoDads-to-be are still missing pregnancy milestones, despite lockdown measures easing in other areas of life.
As well as missing highs such as scans and hearing their baby’s heartbeat, some are also having to be absent during times of worry.
But a charity in the North West is on hand to provide support for those waiting in hospital car parks while their partners attend appointments and scans.
Dad Matters is a charity working across Greater Manchester to support dads during their child’s early years. They have a mobile stall at Bolton Hospital to p...
2020-07-1402 min
Tom McCooey: JournalistHits Radio, July 2020: Baby scansDads-to-be are still missing pregnancy milestones, despite lockdown measures easing in other areas of life.
As well as missing highs such as scans and hearing their baby’s heartbeat, some are also having to be absent during times of worry.
But a charity in the North West is on hand to provide support for those waiting in hospital car parks while their partners attend appointments and scans.
Dad Matters is a charity working across Greater Manchester to support dads during their child’s early years. They have a mobile stall at Bolton Hospital to p...
2020-07-1402 min
Tom McCooey: JournalistThe 253rd: 75 years on from VE DayFollow the journey of the 253rd West Lancashire Field Company, Royal Engineers from D-Day to VE Day.
The Lancashire lads supported the rest of the Army, bridging rivers, using explosives to destroy bridges or clearing routes through minefields - often under fire.
Hear from driver Lawrence Cliffe, speaking before his death in 2017. Stewart Brennan remembers his grandfather, William Gauckwin, who was a sapper, and Lorraine Gronkowska shares the story of her grandfather, Robert Hunter.
2020-07-1420 min
Tom McCooey: JournalistKnead to Know: The Christmas Food ConundrumTom, Will, Sadaf and Molly are back for a festive kitchen carry-on.
Sadaf makes cheesecake for a quick party dessert solution, Will travels back in time, Molly asks what you do with your leftovers while Tom guides guest Rob through a Christmas leftover pie recipe.
2019-11-2820 minTom McCooey: JournalistKnead to Know: Quick and EasyWhen time is short, we find out if it's still possible to make a mini masterpiece.
Sadaf bakes peanut butter cookies while Molly has a solution for a quick meal.
We ask what you've been getting up to in in the kitchen while Tom's bread is on the rise (we hope).
2019-11-0712 min