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Galway County Heritage OfficeEpisode 3 - Oughterard Forged Gates ProjectAt a kitchen table in Roscahill, Co. Galway locals gather to remember the contributions of the local blacksmiths through stories and song. This project was developed by the Heritage Office, Galway County Council in partnership with Oughterard Heritage Group. Project Managers: Marie Mannion, Heritage Officer, Galway County Council and Antoinette Lydon, Oughterard Heritage Group. Project Steering Group: Antoinette Lydon, Pat McDonagh, Oughterard Heritage Group and Marie Mannion, Heritage Officer, Galway County Council, Executive Producer and Editor: The series was produced, presented and edited by Sal...2024-11-1525 minGalway County Heritage OfficeEpisode 2 - Oughterard Forged Gates ProjectFrom Camp Street in Oughterard to nearby Moycullen, Co.Galway Frank Osbourne and Pat Joyce share their memories of the blacksmiths Patrick Walsh and John Lydon. This project was developed by the Heritage Office, Galway County Council in partnership with Oughterard Heritage Group. Project Managers: Marie Mannion, Heritage Officer, Galway County Council and Antoinette Lydon, Oughterard Heritage Group. Project Steering Group: Antoinette Lydon, Pat McDonagh, Oughterard Heritage Group and Marie Mannion, Heritage Officer, Galway County Council, Executive Producer and Editor: The series was produced, prese...2024-11-1529 minGalway County Heritage OfficeEpisode 1 - Oughterard Forged Gates ProjectWho were the local blacksmiths of Oughterard and the surrounding areas? Members of Oughterard Heritage Group in Co. Galway hear the recollections of Peter Tierney who shares his memories of the local forges.This project was developed by the Heritage Office, Galway County Council in partnership with Oughterard Heritage Group. Project Managers: Marie Mannion, Heritage Officer, Galway County Council and Antoinette Lydon, Oughterard Heritage Group. Project Steering Group: Antoinette Lydon, Pat McDonagh, Oughterard Heritage Group and Marie Mannion, Heritage Officer, Galway County Council, Executive Producer and...2024-11-1523 min
Galway County Heritage OfficePodcast 1: Holy Wells and the Travelling Community TraditionMary Ward Moriarty reminisces on her childhood visits to various holy wells in Galway and neighbouring counties and the cures, patterns and traditions associated with them. Sr Agnes Curley tells us about a holy wells project in the Tuam region. Interviewees: Mary Ward Moriarty and Sr Agnes Curley. Interviewer: Sally-Ann Barrett. Podchraoladh 1: Toibreacha Beannaithe agus Traidisiúin an Lucht SiúilTéann Mary Ward Moriarty siar ar bhóithrín na smaointe agus cuireann síos ar na cuairteanna a thug sí ina hóige ar thoibreacha beannaithe...2024-10-0718 min
First ThoughtFirst Thought Backstage: Life & Times of Michael KWelcome to First Thought Backstage with Galway International Arts Festival, a series where we sit down with theatre-makers from GIAF 2023 to discuss the making of their shows.
Life & Times of Michael K, is a hugely ambitious theatrical staging of Nobel Prize-winning author J.M. Coetzee’s novel which combines puppetry, performance, film and evocative music bringing together some of South Africa’s most revered, multi-award-winning artists in this epic production adapted and directed by Lara Foot. Listen to Charlotte McIvor, lecturer in Drama and Theatre Studies at University of Galway, catch up with cast members in this post...2024-02-1440 minFirst ThoughtFirst Thought Backstage: The PulseWelcome to First Thought Backstage with Galway International Arts Festival, a series where we sit down with theatre-makers from GIAF 2023 to discuss the making of their shows.
The Pulse by Gravity & Other Myths is a hugely ambitious and monumental work of scale that unites audience, acrobat and choir into a single mesmerising organism. A shimmering mass of sixty acrobats and choir members unite and divide, becoming a spectacular being of muscle, bone and voice as a mountain of bodies crumbles into an ocean of sound. Listen to Charlotte McIvor, lecturer in Drama and Theatre Studies at University...2024-01-2324 minFirst ThoughtFirst Thought Backstage: VolcanoWelcome to First Thought Backstage with Galway International Arts Festival, a series where we sit down with theatre-makers from GIAF 2023 to discuss the making of their shows.
In this post-show talk Ian Walsh, lecturer at the University of Galway, sits down with Luke Murphy and Will Thompson to dive deeper into the (out of this) world of ideas that went into creating Volcano. Recorded live at Galway International Arts Festival 2023.
Acclaimed director and choreographer Luke Murphy blurs the lines of experimental theatre, contemporary dances and a psychological sci-fi thriller in live performance made for the...2024-01-2324 min
Galway Film PodcastS05E01: Preview of the 35th Galway Film FleadhWelcome back to our new Galway Film Podcast series. In our opening episode, Maeve McGrath the new Director of Programming for the Galway Film Fleadh joins host Garry Kelly of GK Media to discuss some of the big screenings taking place at this year's festival.
This year's Galway Film Fleadh runs from July 11th to July 16th 2023.
For more information on this year's programme, please visit www.GalwayFilmFleadh.com
Recorded at GK Media Studios (Galway) and produced by www.GKMedia.ie
2023-06-271h 11
University of GalwayIn conversation with Prof Jim Doolin, Founder of the MBA at University of GalwayJoin Gwen O Sullivan, and her guest Prof Jim Doolin, Founder of the MBA at University of Galway in the Made in Galway edition of the Cois Coiribe Podcast – a series that explores major societal issues and the role that University of Galway, and our global alumni network play in creating new knowledge, in research, in policy making and in problem solving. Here Jim reflect on the evolution of the MBA from its origins to present day.2023-06-2220 min
University of GalwayRegulations Do's and Don'tsJoe Mee, former Student Union VP for Education 2022/23, gives some practical advise on what you should do ahead of sitting your exams, as well as what to expect on the day of the exam.
For all details about sitting exams at the University of Galway click here www.universityofgalway.ie/exams/
For all details about the Galway Exams 101 programme go to our website at www.universityofgalway.ie/galway-exams-101/
The Academic Skills Hub aims to support all University of Galway students to develop the key skills required for academic success. Find out more on this link www.universityofgalway.ie/academic-skills/
Mental...2023-04-0309 min
University of GalwayDebrief - What Happens Next?Teresa Lydon Student Advisor with the School of Business talks about what you can do if you need to repeat an exam. Teresa reminds us that failing an exam is part of university life, and not to panic. There are lots of supports available to University of Galway students if you are unhappy with your exams.
For all details about sitting exams at the University of Galway click here https://www.universityofgalway.ie/exams/
For more information about Student Advisors at the University of Galway click here https://www.universityofgalway.ie/student-advisors/
Library Learning and resources – Click on this link ht...2023-03-2213 min
University of GalwayTake A Breath With EcotherapyIn this episode Barry Ó Siochrú, former SU Vice President for Gaeilge, is joined by Fiona Roche, Student Counsellor in the University of Galway. Fiona explains that ecotherapy is about deriving therapeutic experiences out of anything that is naturally occurring, such as, swimming in the sea or noticing your own breath.
When coming up to exams, using the outdoors as a study space is a great way to help you focus, especially if you are feeling overwhelmed in a library setting. If you are finding it difficult to focus, stop for a second and ask “what do I need now?” Being aware...2023-03-2013 min
University of GalwayAccommodations, Adapting For YouCatherine Dufficy, Assistant Disability Support Officer provides information on how students registered with the Disability Support Service (DSS) can avail of additional exam supports.
For more information on the Disability Support Service at the University of Galway, click here https://www.universityofgalway.ie/accesscentre/
For all details about the Galway Exams 101 programme go to our website at www.universityofgalway.ie/galway-exams-101/
For more information on Student Advisors at the University of Galway click here https://www.universityofgalway.ie/student-advisors/
The Academic Skills Hub aims to support all University of Galway students to develop the key skills required for academic success...2023-03-2009 min
University of GalwayStudy SkillsLuke O' Donnell, Researcher with the School of Education, at the University of Galway, provides tips and insights on how to develop good study skills and habits.
For more information on how to study for exams take a look at the below links:
Library Learning and resources – https://library.nuigalway.ie/help/teachinglearning/
The Academic Skills Hub aims to support all University of Galway students to develop the key skills required for academic success. Find out more on this link https://www.universityofgalway.ie/academic-skills/
Career Guidance & Information. Click here for information on career events and booking appointments.
Academic Writing Ce...2023-03-1509 min
University of GalwaySleep Well, Study WellNóirín Mannion, Mental Health Support Worker in the University of Galway student health unit, reminds us that it is ok to allow time for self care, particularly during stressful times. While we may have "glamorised" being busy, its important to take time out to look after ourselves. Self care is vital and takes many forms, such as going for a walk, going to your GP for a check-up or sea swimming. Listen in for all this and more.
For all details about the Galway Exams 101 programme go to our website at www.universityofgalway.ie/galway-exams-101/
For all details ab...2023-03-1513 min
University of GalwayDestress For SuccessJimmy McGovern, Support Worker with the Chaplaincy and Pastoral Care Centre, at the University of Galway gives us some fantastic tips on managing and reducing stress in the run up to exams. Jimmy reminds us that planning your time is key to minimise stress.
The chaplaincy team offers supports for University of Galway students. Contact chaplains@universityofgalway.ie.
For all details about the Galway Exams 101 programme go to our website at www.universityofgalway.ie/galway-exams-101/
For all details about sitting exams at the University of Galway click here https://www.universityofgalway.ie/exams/
For more information on Student Advisors at...2023-03-1315 min
University of GalwayYour First Year Exams Survival GuideExam Jam is a series of short podcasts, created by the University of Galway to prepare students for exam success.
Hosted by Barry Ó Siochrú, former Students' Union Vice President for Gaeilge 2022/23, and joined by guest speakers each episode has everything you need to be exam ready.
In this episode, AnnMarie Gilchrist, Student Advisor with the College of Medicine, Nursing and Health Sciences and the School of Law, provides practical tips on sitting your first university exams.
Student Advisors offer support to students throughout their time at university. Students may seek advice or guidance on a variety of matters including academic, pe...2023-03-1013 minFirst ThoughtFirst Thought Backstage: HOMEWelcome to First Thought Backstage with Galway International Arts Festival, a series where we sit down with theatremakers from GIAF 2022 to discuss the making of their shows.
Geoff Sobelle’s Home throws open the doors and invites you to a must see moving meditation of the relentless passage of time, and a breath-taking spectacle of illusion, choreography, music and storytelling. Listen to Dr El Putnam, Lecturer in Digital Media at NUI Galway catch up with cast members Home in this post-show talk. Hear the ensemble members' thoughts on the characters they play and explore the everyday drama of...2023-02-2424 min
First ThoughtVinyl Hours with Anna MullarkeyVinyl Hours is Galway International Arts Festival's music discussion series which takes place live at the festival and here on the First Thought podcast. Join us on an aural journey of musical memories with Galwegian singer-songwriter Anna Mullarkey and host Tiernan Henry. Listen as they delve into Anna's eclectic soundtrack that features the artists that inspire her and her work.
Anna Mullarkey's Vinyl Hours playlist is available to enjoy on Galway International Arts Festival's Spotify page.
First Thought is a series of live and recorded talks and podcasts produced in association with University of Galway.2023-02-1646 minFirst ThoughtFirst Thought Backstage: The First ChildWelcome to First Thought Backstage with Galway International Arts Festival, a series where we sit down with theatremakers from GIAF 2022 to discuss the making of their shows.
Writer and director Enda Walsh ‘s The First Child invites you to an opera like no other – an experience that takes opera to new realms, where a cast of singers is joined by an actor, a dancer and children in a multi-media extravaganza that is at times intimate, explosive and trilling. Listen to Dr Barry Houlihan, Archivist at University of Galway catch up with cast members The First Child in this...2023-02-0332 minFirst ThoughtFirst Thought Backstage: True WestWelcome to First Thought Backstage at Galway International Arts Festival. In this series we get to sit down with theatremakers at GIAF 2022 to discuss the making of their shows. First Thought is presented in association with University of Galway.
One of the world’s most celebrated theatre ensembles, Chicago’s Steppenwolf make their much-anticipated return to Galway for the first time in 15 years with Sam Shepard's True West.
Listen to University of Galway Professor of Drama and Theatre Studies, Patrick Lonergan catch up with cast members Randall Arney and Ora Jones in this post-show talk. Hear...2023-01-2035 min
University of GalwayIkenna Anyabuike – Graduate, Actor and MusicianJoin Meadhbh McNutt, and her guest Ikenna Anyabuike, University of Galway graduate, artist, actor and musician in the Creative Galway edition of the Cois Coiribe Podcast – a series that explores major societal issues and the role that University of Galway, and our global alumni network play in creating new knowledge, in research, in policy making and in problem solving. Here Ikenna Anyabuike shares his creative process and his thoughts on education.2022-12-1332 minFirst ThoughtFirst Thought Backstage: From A Low and Quiet SeaWelcome to First Thought Backstage at Galway International Arts Festival. In this series we get to sit down with theatremakers at GIAF 2022 to discuss the making of their shows.
This is a post show talk of 'From a Low and Quiet Sea ' at Galway International Arts Festival 2022. University of Galway Drama and Theatre Studies Lecturer, Dr Charlotte McIvor, speaks with the cast and director of From a Low and Quiet Sea, an adaption of Donal Ryan’s Booker Prize-nominated novel. In this world premiere by Decadent Theatre and Galway Arts Centre, McIvor is joined by director An...2022-12-0231 min
Galway County Heritage OfficeGalway Forged Gates Project Ep 7 - Christy CunniffeThis project was funded by Creative Ireland and Galway County Council 2022-11-2129 minGalway County Heritage OfficeGalway Forged Gates Project Ep 6 - John FeeneyThis project was funded by Creative Ireland and Galway County Council 2022-11-2120 minGalway County Heritage OfficeGalway Forged Gates Project Ep 5 - Jimmy NooneThis project was funded by Creative Ireland and Galway County Council 2022-11-2023 minGalway County Heritage OfficeGalway Forged Gates Project Ep 4 - JJ WardThis project was funded by Creative Ireland and Galway County Council 2022-11-2018 minGalway County Heritage OfficeGalway Forged Gates Project Ep 3 - Ted LaheenThis project was funded by Creative Ireland and Galway County Council 2022-11-2024 minGalway County Heritage OfficeGalway Forged Gates Project Ep 2 - Johnny DollyThis project was funded by Creative Ireland and Galway County Council 2022-11-2015 minGalway County Heritage OfficeGalway Forged Gates Project Ep 1 - TJ ScanlanThis project was funded by Creative Ireland and Galway County Council.2022-11-2029 min
Galway County Heritage OfficeAleen Cust Ep 7 - The Final Mystery is SolvedGalway Vet Brendan Gardiner recounts the international search for the final resting place of Aleen Cust. This project was developed by The Aleen Cust Memorial Society; Galway, Roscommon and Tipperary County Council Heritage Officers Project Steering Group: Donal Connolly, Nollaig Feeney, Brendan Gardiner, Rita Gately, Ascinta Kilroy, Marie Mannion & Róisín O’Grady This project is part funded by the Department of Tourism, Culture, Arts, Gaeltacht, Sport and Media (Decade of Centenaries Local Authority Funding), Galway County Council, Roscommon County Council, Tipperary County Council, and Atlantic Technol...2022-09-3017 minGalway County Heritage OfficeAleen Cust Ep 6 - Leading the WayDr Rita Gately and Dr Joanne Perry discuss the role of Aleen Cust as the first female Veterinary Inspector, the same role which they carry out today. This project was developed by The Aleen Cust Memorial Society; Galway, Roscommon and Tipperary County Council Heritage Officers Project Steering Group: Donal Connolly, Nollaig Feeney, Brendan Gardiner, Rita Gately, Ascinta Kilroy, Marie Mannion & Róisín O’Grady This project is part funded by the Department of Tourism, Culture, Arts, Gaeltacht, Sport and Media (Decade of Centenaries Local Authority Funding), Galway...2022-09-3019 minGalway County Heritage OfficeAleen Cust Ep 5 - The D'Arcy DiariesAngela D'Arcy reveals how a dusty old notebook discovered in her kitchen revealed a new side to Aleen Cust. This project was developed by The Aleen Cust Memorial Society; Galway, Roscommon and Tipperary County Council Heritage Officers Project Steering Group: Donal Connolly, Nollaig Feeney, Brendan Gardiner, Rita Gately, Ascinta Kilroy, Marie Mannion & Róisín O’Grady This project is part funded by the Department of Tourism, Culture, Arts, Gaeltacht, Sport and Media (Decade of Centenaries Local Authority Funding), Galway County Council, Roscommon County Council, Tipperary County Council...2022-09-3008 minGalway County Heritage OfficeAleen Cust Ep 4 - A Woman of MeasureResearcher and Journalist Mary Burke takes an indepth look at the trials faced by Aleen Cust and how she blazed a trail for those who followed. This project was developed by The Aleen Cust Memorial Society; Galway, Roscommon and Tipperary County Council Heritage Officers Project Steering Group: Donal Connolly, Nollaig Feeney, Brendan Gardiner, Rita Gately, Ascinta Kilroy, Marie Mannion & Róisín O’Grady This project is part funded by the Department of Tourism, Culture, Arts, Gaeltacht, Sport and Media (Decade of Centenaries Local Authority Funding), Galway County C...2022-09-3037 minGalway County Heritage OfficeAleen Cust Ep 3 - A Chance at CastlestrangeDespite the refusal of the authorities to grant her the title of veterinary surgeon, Aleen Cust began her career in a small village in County Roscommon. Local historian Albert Siggins recounts the impact of Miss Cust on the small community of Athleague.This project was developed by The Aleen Cust Memorial Society; Galway, Roscommon and Tipperary County Council Heritage Officers Project Steering Group: Donal Connolly, Nollaig Feeney, Brendan Gardiner, Rita Gately, Ascinta Kilroy, Marie Mannion & Róisín O’Grady This project is part funded by the Department of Touris...2022-09-3032 minGalway County Heritage OfficeAleen Cust Ep 2 - The Sins of the FatherWhile Aleen Cust was born in Co Tipperary there is very little detail on her early life. However, Tipperary historian Dennis Murnane reveals how Aleen's father went down in local history for all the wrong reasons. This project was developed by The Aleen Cust Memorial Society; Galway, Roscommon and Tipperary County Council Heritage Officers Project Steering Group: Donal Connolly, Nollaig Feeney, Brendan Gardiner, Rita Gately, Ascinta Kilroy, Marie Mannion & Róisín O’Grady This project is part funded by the Department of Tourism, Culture, Arts, Gaeltacht, Sport an...2022-09-2715 minGalway County Heritage OfficeAleen Cust Ep 1 - A Forgotten Tale is RediscoveredGalway Vet, Donal Connolly, tells of the ups and downs of the campaign to highlight the story of Aleen Cust. This project was developed by The Aleen Cust Memorial Society; Galway, Roscommon and Tipperary County Council Heritage Officers Project Steering Group: Donal Connolly, Nollaig Feeney, Brendan Gardiner, Rita Gately, Ascinta Kilroy, Marie Mannion & Róisín O’Grady This project is part funded by the Department of Tourism, Culture, Arts, Gaeltacht, Sport and Media (Decade of Centenaries Local Authority Funding), Galway County Council, Roscommon County Council, Tipperary County...2022-09-2720 min
University of GalwayListen- Post-Show Talk for True West, Galway International Arts Festival 2022One of the world’s most celebrated theatre ensembles, Chicago’s Steppenwolf make their much-anticipated return to Galway for the first time in 15 years with Sam Shepard's True West.
Listen to Professor of Drama and Theatre Studies, Patrick Lonergan catch up with cast members Randall Arney and Ora Jones in this post-show talk. Hear the ensemble members' thoughts on the characters they play, the history of the ensemble and new resonances in the revived American classic.2022-07-1935 min
University of GalwayFrom A Low And Quiet SeaThis is a post show talk of 'From a Low and Quiet Sea ' at Galway International Arts Festival 2022. NUI Galway Drama and Theatre Studies Lecturer, Dr Charlotte McIvor, speaks with the cast and director of From a Low and Quiet Sea, an adaption of Donal Ryan’s Booker Prize-nominated novel. In this world premiere by Decadent Theatre and Galway Arts Centre, McIvor is joined by director Andrew Flynn and cast members Aosaf Afzal, Darragh O’Toole, Maeve Fitzgerald and Lorcan Cranitch.
Listen closely to hear a guest appearance from the acclaimed author, Donal Ryan.2022-07-1430 min
First ThoughtThe #GIAF22 Podcast: Episode - SpectacleWelcome to the official podcast of The Galway International Festival 2022. On the show we’ll have interviews with guests, take a look behind the scenes of this year’s festival and give all the recommendations and information you need to enjoy the best of the arts in Galway. Hosted by Andy Gaffney and Orla Higgins.
Episode three is all about spectacle and some other great events you can look forward to at this year’s festival.
Lifeline by Galway Community Circus on July 16th will be Europe’s largest high wire spectacle over the River Corrib and Cla...2022-07-1343 min
First ThoughtThe #GIAF22 Podcast: Episode 2 - TheatreWelcome to the official podcast of The Galway International Festival 2022. On the show we’ll have interviews with guests, take a look behind the scenes of this year’s festival and give all the recommendations and information you need to enjoy the best of the arts in Galway. Hosted by Andy Gaffney and Orla Higgins.
Episode two is all about theatre -
Founder of Landmark Productions Anne Clarke joins Orla to talk about their new production at this year’s festival The First Child. The First Child is a stunning new opera from Enda Walsh and Donnach...2022-07-1342 min
First ThoughtThe #GIAF22 Podcast: Episode 1 - MusicWelcome to the official podcast of The Galway International Festival 2022. On the show we’ll have interviews with guests, take a look behind the scenes of this year’s festival and give all the recommendations and information you need to enjoy the best of the arts in Galway. Hosted by Andy Gaffney and Orla Higgins.
Episode one is all about music -
Galway musician and composer Anna Mullarkey joins us to talk about playing in this year’s festival, launching her debut album Falling and taking inspiration while in the Himalayas. Anna also plays her new single...2022-07-1346 min
University of GalwayExperience the Most Biodiverse Campus in Ireland by SoundHome to a mixture of important habitats, the University of Galway campus has been recognised as the most biodiverse university campus in Ireland. Nuala Ní Chonghaile joins Caitriona Carlin from University of Galway's Ryan Institute and School of Natural Sciences, on a walk through the University of Galway Biodiversity Trail in this edition of the Cois Coiribe Podcast – a series that explores major societal issues and the role that University of Galway, and our global alumni network play in creating new knowledge, in research and in policy making.2022-06-1727 min
First ThoughtVinyl Hours with Philip KingVinyl Hours host Tiernan Henry is joined by award–winning and critically acclaimed musician and composer Philip King for a special live recording of Vinyl Hours, which took place during Galway International Arts Festival 2021. In the episode, Philip shares the songs that have stuck with him throughout his remarkable music and entertainment journey! (available to enjoy on Galway International Arts Festival's Spotify page).
Vinyl Hours is Galway International Arts Festival's music discussion series which takes place live at the festival and here on the First Thought podcast.
2022-03-0450 min
First ThoughtVinyl Hours with Niamh ReganVinyl Hours host Tiernan Henry is joined by Galway singer-songwriter Niamh Regan for a special live recording of Vinyl Hours, which took place during Galway International Arts Festival 2021. In the episode, Niamh shares the "soundtrack of her life" (available to enjoy on Galway International Arts Festival's Spotify page).
Vinyl Hours is Galway International Arts Festival's music discussion series which takes place live at the festival and here on the First Thought podcast.
2022-02-0245 min
NUI Galway Student VoiceMarine Science Student - David O' Connor - NUI GalwayListen to David chat about choosing to study Marine Science at NUI Galway and his passion for playing rugby.2021-10-0810 min
NUI Galway Student VoiceCompleting a work placement during lockdown and exploring career pathsOn this weeks Student Voice Podcast we are joined by two current NUI Galway students, Labhaoise Barrett, who is studying BA Arts with Data Science (GY124) and Shain Sutton, currently studying BSc. Computer Science and Information Technology (GY350). Both Labhaoise and Shain are undertaking their work placements, as part of their undergraduate degree courses, at Genesys in Galway city. Labhaoise and Shain chat to me about the challenges of undertaking a work placement during a global pandemic, what its like to work with Genesys and their future career aspirations.
We are also trilled to welcome...2021-06-1028 min
University of GalwayPodcast with Genesys, NUI Galway students internsOn this week’s Student Voice Podcast we meet current NUI Galway students Labhaoise Barrett and Shane Sutton as well as NUI Galway Alumna Edel Kelly. Edel is Senior Development Manager with Genesys in Galway and a graduate of GY201 Bachelor of Commerce. While Labhaoise is currently studying GY124 BA (Arts with Data Science) at NUI Galway and doing her internship at Genesys. Shain Sutton is also a student at NUI Galway. He is studying GY350 (BSc Computer Science and Information Technology) and also completing his internship at Genesys.2021-06-0428 min
University of GalwayStudent Voice Series with Shauna Burke (GY320 BSc Physics)NUI Galway's NEW Student Voice Podcast Series is here! Each week we speak with a student undertaking a particular course at NUI Galway. We hope that these short and insightful podcasts will be an additional and informative aid for your students. This week Caroline Duggan, Student Recruitment Officer at NUI Galway is speaking with Shauna Burke and her experience studying the Bachelor of Science (Physics - degree options in Applies, Astrophysics, Biomedical, Theoretical).2021-05-0210 min
University of GalwayStudent Voices Series with Joyanne Njuguna, International student studying GY350NUI Galway's NEW Student Voice Podcast Series is here! Each week we speak with a student undertaking a particular course at NUI Galway. We hope that these short and insightful podcasts will be an additional and informative aid for your students. This week Caroline Duggan, Student Recruitment Officer at NUI Galway is speaking with one of our International students, Joyanne Njuguna who shares her experience studying Computer Science and Information Technology (GY350) at NUI Galway.2021-04-1211 min
University of GalwayStudent Voices Series with Grainne McAndrew (Graduate of GY301)NUI Galway's NEW Student Voice Podcast Series is here! Each week we speak with a student undertaking a particular course at NUI Galway. We hope that these short and insightful podcasts will be an additional and informative aid for your students. This week Caroline Duggan, Student Recruitment Officer at NUI Galway is speaking with Grainne McAndrew a graduate of the Bachelor of Science (GY301). Grainne shares her experience studying Science at NUI Galway.2021-04-1211 min
University of GalwayNUI Galway - Strengthening Global Peace & SecurityTom Felle, Head of Journalism and Communication at NUI Galway in conversation with General Assembly Ambassador Michéal Tierney, Irish Ambassador to the Security Council, Vice Admiral Mark Mellett, Chief of Staff of Ireland’s Defence Forces, Prof Siobhán Mullally, Director of NUI Galway’s Centre for Human Rights and John Concannon, Director General Global Ireland, DFA on NUI Galway’s alumni role in strengthening global peace and security.2021-04-0819 min
University of GalwayStudent Voice series with Robert Naughton (BSC Biotechnology)NUI Galway's NEW Student Voice Podcast Series is here! Each week we speak with a student undertaking a particular course at NUI Galway. We hope that these short and insightful podcasts will be an additional and informative aid for your students. This week Caroline Duggan, Student Recruitment Officer at NUI Galway is speaking with Robert Naughton and his experience studying the Bachelor of Science (Biotechnology) at NUI Galway.2021-03-1810 min
This is Community!A Cup of Compassion - Creating New Spaces in our CommunityIn this week’s episode Ruth chats to Rachel Maher and Danni Burke from Galway Community Café, a new out of hours mental health service in Galway city. Rachel and Danni are both peer connectors with the service and talk about how and why the service was created, what it means to them to be involved in it and their vision for the future with this model in our community. www.galwaycommunitycafe.ie Facebook - @galwaycommunitycafeTwitter: @communitygalwayEmail : info@galwaycommunitycafe.ie---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Volunteering in GalwayCh...2021-03-1118 min
University of GalwayStudent Voices Series with Naoise O Callaghan Financial Maths and EconomicsNUI Galway's NEW Student Voice Podcast Series is here! Each week we speak with a student undertaking a particular course at NUI Galway. We hope that these short and insightful podcasts will be an additional and informative aid for your students. This week Caroline Duggan, Student Recruitment Officer at NUI Galway is speaking with Naoise O Callaghan and his experience studying the Financial Mathematics and Economics degree at NUI Galway (GY309)2021-02-1210 minFirst ThoughtClimate: What Can Change? Minister Eamon Ryan, Tara O’Neill and Mai Sheehan and Dr. Rory MonaghanThe global pandemic has distracted everyone from another problem facing the planet, for which there is no vaccine: climate change and its predictable disastrous effects on our lives. In 2019, First Thought Talks hosted a fascinating and inspiring talk with four of the young people involved in the schools’ protests for action on climate change, in conversation with Green Party leader, Eamon Ryan.
In this episode, Tara O’Neill and Mai Sheehan, two young Galway climate activists, are joined again by Eamon Ryan, now Minister for Climate Action, Communications Networks and Transport. Dr. Rory Monaghan, Lecturer of Energy Systems...2021-02-101h 09
University of GalwayStudent Voice Podcast with Rachel Hurley BSC(Environmental Health and Safety)NUI Galway's NEW Student Voice Podcast Series is here! Each week we speak with a student undertaking a particular course at NUI Galway. We hope that these short and insightful podcasts will be an additional and informative aid for your students. This week Caroline Duggan, Student Recruitment Officer at NUI Galway is speaking with Rachel Hurley and her experience studying Environmental Health and Safety Science at NUI Galway.2021-01-2211 min
University of GalwayStudent Voice with Evan OFlaherty(GY501 Medicine)NUI Galway's NEW Student Voice Podcast Series is here! Each week we speak with a student undertaking a particular course at NUI Galway. We hope that these short and insightful podcasts will be an additional and informative aid for your students. This week Caroline Duggan, Student Recruitment Officer at NUI Galway is speaking with Evan O Flaherty and his experience studying Medicine at NUI Galway.2021-01-2214 minFirst ThoughtThe Spanish Flu: Dr Ida Milne, Fergal Bowers and Dr Caitriona ClearWhat happened in Ireland during the Spanish Flu pandemic just over 100 years ago? Who died, how, and what did the authorities do to manage the disease? Did we learn from that experience? Will we learn from this one?
Dr. Ida Milne, historian and author of Stacking the Coffins: Influenza, War and Revolution in Ireland, and Fergal Bowers, RTÉ Health Correspondent, are joined in conversation with Dr. Caitriona Clear of NUI Galway, a pioneering social historian of ordinary Irish people.
This First Thought Talk was recorded in September 2020 as part of Galway International Arts Festival's Autumn Edit...2021-01-1359 min
University of GalwayKey trends in Business and Innovation - the COVID-19 EffectIn this episode, Tom Felle, Head of Journalism and Communication at NUI Galway talks to some of NUI Galway's alumni and staff on some of their views on the lessons learnt and business resilience in response to Covid-19. Featuring Adrian Jones, Managing Director of Merchant Banking at Goldman Sachs, Brenda Romero, CEO, Romero Games, Brian Hanly, Chief Customer Officer, Emergn, Dorothy Creaven, Managing Director, Rent the Runway, Prof Alma McCarthy, Head of NUI Galway's School of Business and Economics and Danny McCoy, CEO, IBEC2020-12-2720 min
University of GalwayStudent Voice with Emer Healy studying Occupational TherapyNUI Galway's NEW Student Voice Podcast Series is here! Each week we speak with a student undertaking a particular course at NUI Galway. We hope that these short and insightful podcasts will be an additional and informative aid for your students. This week Caroline Duggan, Student Recruitment Officer at NUI Galway is speaking with Emer Healy and her experience studying the BSc (Occupational Therapy at NUI Galway.2020-12-1412 min
University of GalwayStudent Voice with Julia Egan (Drama, Theatre and Performance Studies)NUI Galway's NEW Student Voice Podcast Series is here! Each week we speak with a student undertaking a particular course at NUI Galway. We hope that these short and insightful podcasts will be an additional and informative aid for your students. This week Caroline Duggan, Student Recruitment Officer at NUI Galway is speaking with Julia Egan and her experience studying the BA (Drama, Theatre and Performance Studies) at NUI Galway.2020-12-1410 min
University of GalwayStudent Voice with Clyde Dockery (Bachelor of Science)NUI Galway's NEW Student Voice Podcast Series is here! Each week we speak with a student undertaking a particular course at NUI Galway. We hope that these short and insightful podcasts will be an additional and informative aid for your students. This week Caroline Duggan, Student Recruitment Officer at NUI Galway is speaking with Clyde Dockery and his experience studying the Bachelor of Science at NUI Galway.2020-12-1410 min
Galway Film FleadhS03E05: Development in 2020Sarah Dillon is back, and this time she’s joined by four development executives who talk about the practical and creative strategies pursued by their companies in developing their slates, working with talent, and selecting the stories they want to tell.
Participants: Ben Coren (Film4), Dionne Farrell (BBC Films), Emma Norton (Element Pictures), Tristan Goligher (The Bureau) and Sarah Dillon (Development Manager, WRAP Fund).
Plus! Advice on pursuing development as a career. And news about submissions for the 2021 Galway Film Fleadh.
Galway Film Fleadh podcast intro music composed by Justin McCarthy.
...2020-11-261h 09Galway Film PodcastS03E05: Development in 2020Sarah Dillon is back, and this time she’s joined by four development executives who talk about the practical and creative strategies pursued by their companies in developing their slates, working with talent, and selecting the stories they want to tell.
Participants: Ben Coren (Film4), Dionne Farrell (BBC Films), Emma Norton (Element Pictures), Tristan Goligher (The Bureau) and Sarah Dillon (Development Manager, WRAP Fund).
Plus! Advice on pursuing development as a career. And news about submissions for the 2021 Galway Film Fleadh.
Galway Film Fleadh podcast intro music composed by Justin McCarthy.
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University of GalwayStudent Voice with Orlaith Lyons (Speech and Language Therapy)NUI Galway's NEW Student Voice Podcast Series is here! Each week we speak with a student undertaking a particular course at NUI Galway. We hope that these short and insightful podcasts will be an additional and informative aid for your students. This week Caroline Duggan, Student Recruitment Officer at NUI Galway is speaking with Orlaith Lyons and her experience studying Speech and Language Therapy at NUI Galway2020-11-1312 min
University of GalwayStudent Voices with Niamh Prendergast studying Bcomm (International with FrenchNUI Galway's NEW Student Voice Podcast Series is here! Each week we speak with a student undertaking a particular course at NUI Galway. We hope that these short and insightful podcasts will be an additional and informative aid for your students. This week Caroline Duggan, Student Recruitment Officer at NUI Galway is speaking with Niamh Prendergast and her experience studying the BComm International with French at NUI Galway.2020-11-1215 min
University of GalwayStudent Voices Series with Valerie Mc Hugh (BA Journalism)NUI Galway's NEW Student Voice Podcast Series is here! Each week we speak with a student undertaking a particular course at NUI Galway. We hope that these short and insightful podcasts will be an additional and informative aid for your students. This week Caroline Duggan, Student Recruitment Officer at NUI Galway is speaking with Valerie McHugh and her experience studying the BA Journalism degree.2020-11-1215 minThis is Community!Galway - A National Park City - a conversation with Brendan 'Speedie' SmithIn this episode we had the absolute pleasure of speaking to Brendan ‘Speedie’ Smith about an amazing new initiative he is kick-starting to make Galway a National Park City. I speak to him a little bit about his previous community activity which spans probably every social issue you can think of, but also I find out about what this whole National Park City initiative is about. To get involved in the initiative you can email nationalparkcitygalway@gmail.com. You can also check out National Park City London, and the National Park City Foundation.-----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Voluntee...2020-10-2844 min
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NUI Galway's NEW Student Voice Podcast Series is here! Each week we speak with a student undertaking a particular course at NUI Galway. We hope that these short and insightful podcasts will be an additional and informative aid for your students. This week Caroline Duggan, Student Recruitment Officer at NUI Galway is speaking with Aoife Roche and her experience studying the Bachelor and Master of Engineering (Energy Systems Engineering).2020-10-1915 min
University of GalwayStudent Voices Series with Adam Cameron(Global Languages)NUI Galway's NEW Student Voice Podcast Series is here! Each week we speak with a student undertaking a particular course at NUI Galway. We hope that these short and insightful podcasts will be an additional and informative aid for your students. This week Caroline Duggan, Student Recruitment Officer at NUI Galway is speaking with Ada, Cameron and his experience studying BA (Global Languages).2020-10-1914 minUniversity of GalwayThe Student Voices with Adam Cameron BA (Global Languages)NUI Galway's NEW Student Voice Podcast Series is here! Each week we speak with a student undertaking a particular course at NUI Galway. We hope that these short and insightful podcasts will be an additional and informative aid for your students. This week Caroline Duggan, Student Recruitment Officer at NUI Galway is speaking with Adam Cameron and her experience studying Global Languages at NUI Galway.2020-10-0714 minFirst ThoughtMarion McKeone & Larry Donnelly: Will Trump Win Again?The US election in November of this year will be one of the most consequential in many years. Can Trump be beaten by Joe Biden? If he is, will he accept the result? If not, what then?
In this episode, hear from Marion McKeone of the Business Post, one of the leading reporters on the US political situation, in conversation with Larry Donnelly, lecturer in law at NUI Galway and frequent media commentator on US affairs.
This talk was recorded in front of a live audience in September 2020 as part of Galway International Arts Festival's...2020-10-0254 min
University of GalwayStudent Voices Series with Marissa Britton (BioMed Eng)NUI Galway's NEW Student Voice Podcast Series is here! Each week we speak with a student undertaking a particular course at NUI Galway. We hope that these short and insightful podcasts will be an additional and informative aid for your students. This week Caroline Duggan, Student Recruitment Officer at NUI Galway is speaking with Marissa Britton and her experience studying Biomedical Engineering at NUI Galway.2020-09-1323 min
University of GalwayStudent Voices Series Katelyn Hayes (Arts GY101)NUI Galway's NEW Student Voice Podcast Series is here! Each week we speak with a student undertaking a particular course at NUI Galway. We hope that these short and insightful podcasts will be an additional and informative aid for your students. This week Caroline Duggan, Student Recruitment Officer at NUI Galway is speaking with Katelyn Hayes and her experience studying Irish and Mathematics as part of the Joint-Honours degree at NUI Galway.2020-09-1315 min
University of GalwayStudent Voices with Gareth Davey (BComm)NUI Galway's NEW Student Voice Podcast Series is here! Each week we speak with a student undertaking a particular course at NUI Galway. We hope that these short and insightful podcasts will be an additional and informative aid for your students. This week Caroline Duggan, Student Recruitment Officer at NUI Galway is speaking with Gareth Davey and his experience studying the BComm at NUI Galway.2020-09-1314 min
University of GalwayStudent Voices Series Law Aoibh OConnorNUI Galway's NEW Student Voice Podcast Series is here! Each week we speak with a student undertaking a particular course at NUI Galway. We hope that these short and insightful podcasts will be an additional and informative aid for your students. This week Caroline Duggan, Student Recruitment Officer at NUI Galway is speaking with Aoibe O'Connor and her experience studying Law at NUI Galway.2020-09-1315 minThis is Community!Yes We Can! an interview with Carly Zimmeran from Galway International Arts FestivalYes we can! - a message from Galway International Arts Festival Volunteer manager Carly Zimmerman who speaks to Ruth this week about the newly launched GIAF Autumn programme and how the festival has adapted and continued to move forward in these challenging timesFor more information on GIAF check out website: www.giaf.iefacebook: https://www.facebook.com/GalwayInternationalArtsFest/twitter: @GalwayIntArtsinstagram: https://www.instagram.com/galwayintarts/-----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Volunteering in GalwayCheck out all our latest volunteering roles at http://www.volunteergalway.i...2020-09-1118 min
University of GalwayThrow away the bruisedEp. 1 - What was it like to be born in one of Ireland’s infamous Mother & Baby Homes? Survivors of the Tuam Mother & Baby Home, Teresa O’Sullivan, Peter Mulryan and Christine Carroll describe the impact on their childhoods and the stigma and neglect they experienced. Historian Dr Sarah-Anne Buckley outlines the harsh environment that existed in Ireland at the time. Narrated by Actor and Patron of the UNESCO Child and Family Research Centre NUI Galway, Cillian Murphy
Other: Stories from the Tuam Mother and Baby Home is part of the Tuam Oral History Project at NUI Galway which records and...2020-07-2924 minUniversity of GalwayThey'll even come after your soulEp. 2 - As adults, survivors of the Tuam Mother & Baby Home, Teresa, Peter and Christine try to find their birth parents. They embark on a search for information, records, and for their biological family. Meanwhile, historian, Catherine Corless outlines her shocking discoveries about the Home. Narrated by Actor and Patron of the UNESCO Child and Family Research Centre NUI Galway, Cillian Murphy.
Other: Stories from the Tuam Mother and Baby Home is part of the Tuam Oral History Project at NUI Galway which records and archive the histories and life stories of survivors of the Tuam institution and their families...2020-07-2924 minThis is Community!Seek out the voices- an interview with Aisling Colreavy of Galway Autism PartnershipThis week Ruth chats to Aisling Colreavy, coordinator with GAP. Aisling tells us about the extent of GAP’s work for families in Galway, the importance of listening when it comes to inclusion and how their plans for summer activities are currently taking shape.Links:Virtual Ladies Day Fundraiser -https://www.idonate.ie/virtualladiesdayFor more information on GAP check out website: www.galwayautimpartnershipfacebook: @galwayautismpartnershiptwitter: @galwayautismpar-----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Volunteering in GalwayCheck out all our latest volunteering roles at http://www.volunteergalway.ie...2020-07-2726 minFirst ThoughtFintan O'Toole: BrexitPerhaps Ireland’s best known journalist, Fintan O’Toole is well known for piercing political commentary and in this episode he ruthlessly dissects the psychology and politics of Brexit. His First Thought Talk Listen, recorded in 2018, is both pointed and prescient. Listen to learn how trivial journalistic lies became far-from-trivial national obsessions; how the pose of camp indifference to truth and historical fact has come to define the style of an entire political elite; the redefinition of a country that once had colonies as an oppressed nation requiring liberation; the strange gastronomic and political significance of prawn-flavoured crisps, and thei...2020-07-1629 minFirst ThoughtKate Mulgrew: How to ForgetKate Mulgrew is an actor and author best known for starring roles in Star Trek (Captain Janeway) and Orange is the New Black (Red). In this episode, Kate discusses her memoir How to Forget, which chronicles the time she spent caring for her parents at the end of their lives. Her moving, funny talk explores the universal themes of life, death, and family as well as the riotous stories and career highlights that could only come from Kate herself. Kate is joined in conversation by Eithne Verling, Director of the Galway City Museum.
Kate Mulgrew’s Fi...2020-07-1654 minThis is Community!COPE Galway 2 Riding the Wave- an insight into COPE Galway's determination to continue to serve during the Covid-19 crisisIn this episode Ruth chats to Geraldine Ryan, manager of COPE Galway's Community Catering service about their work in feeding the most vulnerable in our community during the COVID 19 Crisis.You can also hear Ruth chatting to 2 of COPE volunteers in a separate episode at https://volunteergalway.ie/volunteer-galway-podcast/You can find more info on COPE Galway at https://www.copegalway.ie/ and you can find out more about Galway Volunteer Centre's services at https://volunteergalway.ie/2020-05-2216 minThis is Community!COPE Galway 1 Stepping up to the Plate -how two local volunteers have assisted Cope Galway's Community Catering service during the Covid 19 crisisIn this episode Ruth talks to Mairead Geehan and Felicity Geraghty, who have been doing trojan work helping COPE Galway with their Community Catering service cooking the food and delivering meals to the most vulnerable in our community during the COVID 19 crisis. In normal times COPE provide critical services in Galway City and County, and in the past 2 months with the help of people like Mairead and Felicity they have expanded their service to reach out and keep people well fed and healthy but also to maintain social contact with their existing and new clients.You can f...2020-05-2213 minThis is Community!Episode 11 : The Power of Being in The Same Boat - an interview with Robin Winkels, Row to Recovery GalwayIn this episode Ruth spoke to Robin Winkels founding member of Row to Recovery Galway, a cancer recovery group which takes place on the river Corrib. Robin speaks about not only the physical benefits of rowing for cancer survivors but also the mental and emotional gains that people experience from taking part in the group. She also speaks about what she has gained personally from being around such inspiring people taking part in an outdoor activity that she loves. Volunteering in GalwayCheck out all our latest volunteering roles at https://volunteergalway.ie/v...2020-02-1424 minGalway Film PodcastS02E15: Short Film PanelIn the last of our regular season for 2019, this week’s podcast is a discussion on short film, recorded live at the 2019 Galway Film Fleadh Short Film Panel. Film Fleadh shorts programmer Eibh Collins, director Ríoghnach Ní Ghríoghair, director/actor Michael Smiley, and cinematographer Burshci Wojnar talk about using shorts as proof of concept, having room to make mistakes and shorts festival strategy.
Join us for more talks with filmmakers in 2020. And see you in Galway in July!
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2019-11-131h 04Galway Film FleadhS02E15: Short Film PanelIn the last of our regular season for 2019, this week’s podcast is a discussion on short film, recorded live at the 2019 Galway Film Fleadh Short Film Panel. Film Fleadh shorts programmer Eibh Collins, director Ríoghnach Ní Ghríoghair, director/actor Michael Smiley, and cinematographer Burshci Wojnar talk about using shorts as proof of concept, having room to make mistakes and shorts festival strategy.
Join us for more talks with filmmakers in 2020. And see you in Galway in July!
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2019-11-131h 04Galway Film PodcastS02E12: Countdown to 5050×2020Earlier this year, eight Irish film festivals signed the 5050×2020 Gender Parity and Inclusion Pledge, launched at the 2018 Cannes Film Festival. How realistic is this goal? That’s the topic for this panel discussion with (pictured L-R) Dr. Susan Liddy (Chair, Women in Film and Television Ireland), Stephanie Comey ( Senior Manager, Broadcasting Authority of Ireland), Dr. Annie Doona (Chair, Screen Ireland), filmmaker Liz Gill, and Will Fitzgerald (Programme Director, Galway Film Fleadh).
Organised jointly by the Equality Action Committee (EAC) of the Writers Guild and Screen Directors Guild and Women in Film and Television Ireland. Recorded live at the...2019-10-231h 16Galway Film PodcastS02E10: Brónagh Gallagher, Louise Gallagher and Tess McGowanDerry women Brónagh Gallagher (actor), Louise Gallagher (producer) and Tess McGowan (screenwriter) talk about the making of their new film, A Bump Along the Way. We talk about ‘Derry Fairies,’ shedding insecurities, pregnancy as an in-built deadline and the success of Northern Ireland Screen’s New Talent Focus.
Pictured (L-R): Tess McGowan, Brónagh Gallagher, Louise Gallagher, director Shelly Love and Lola Petticrew at the Galway Film Fleadh premiere of A Bump Along the Way.
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A Bump Along the Way won the Best First Feature Award at the 2019 Galway Film Fleadh and Lola Petticrew won Galway’s Bingham Ra...2019-10-0926 minThis is Community!Episode 8 - Business Give Back - an interview with Gill Carroll, 56 CentralIn this week’s episode we’re joined by Gill Carroll, a local to Galway and owner of two restaurants here 56 central and 37 west. We talk about what Gill does in the community and what drives her to contribute in a meaningful way. From her positive placement programme with Youth Reach to organising events including the annual Sleep out for Galway Simon and a holistic night held in 56 Central, Gill has a strong sense of community and is passionate about giving back through her everyday work https://www.galwaysimon.ie/event/sleep-out-for-simon/https...2019-09-0320 minGalway Film PodcastS02E01: Sophie HydeWelcome to a second season of Galway Film Fleadh podcasts! In this episode, Film Fleadh Director of Programming Will Fitzgerald chats with director Sophie Hyde. Sophie won the Directing Award at Sundance for her first film 52 Tuesdays, which also won the Crystal Bear Award at Berlin. Sophie’s new film Animals, starring Holliday Grainger and Alia Shawkat as two hard-partying young women in Dublin, goes on release in Irish cinemas this Friday.
Will and Sophie compare the Australian and Irish film industries, and Sophie chats about working as part of a filmmaking collective, and why an Australian di...2019-08-0723 minThis is Community!Episode 7 - Broadcasting Trust - interview with Keith Finnegan from Galway Bay FMOn this episode our guest is Keith Finnegan, radio broadcaster with Galway Bay FM. We chat about his role in Galway Bay FM, how he got started in radio, and the continuing relevance of local radio in the digital age.Website: : https://galwaybayfm.ieFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/galwaybayfmTwitter: https://twitter.com/gbayfm-----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Volunteering in GalwayCheck out all our latest volunteering roles at http://www.volunteergalway.ie/volunteers/volunteer-vacancies. You c...2019-07-1934 min
University of GalwayFirst Thought TalksThis podcast is brought to you by NUI Galway and Flirt FM. It discusses the First Thought Talks being held at NUI Galway as part of Galway International Arts Festival 2019. It features Marianne Kennedy, Lecturer of Drama, Theatre and Performance at NUI Galway and Larry Donnelly, Law Lecturer at NUI Galway. Larry is interviewer of the First Thought Talk Trump's Wall: A Symptom of a Greater US Sickness? with Marion McKeone'.2019-07-1819 min
University of GalwayGalway International Arts Festival Special 2019As Education Partner of Galway International Arts Festival we are delighted to share this podcast which gives insights into the background of the festival, its growing international outreach, collaborations with our University, University of Galway, and some top picks for this year's festival.
The podcast features John Crumlish CEO of GIAF, Andy Shearer Professor at School of Physics at University of Galway and cocurator of Making Space Exhibition, Charlotte McIvor Head of Drama and Theatre Studies at University of Galway, and Marianne Kennedy Lecturer of Drama, Theatre and Performance at University of Galway.2019-07-1136 minThis is Community!Episode 6 - We want to ride our bicycles! - interview with Neil O Leary from Galway Cycle BusOn this episode our guest is Neil O Leary, founding member of the Galway Cycle Bus. We chat about why the Cycle Bus was set up, the impact it has had, and plans for the future.Website (volunteer page): https://galwaycyclebus.weebly.com/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Galwaycyclebus/Twitter: https://twitter.com/cycle_bus-----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Volunteering in GalwayCheck out all our latest volunteering roles at http://www.volunteergalway.ie/volunteers/volunteer-vacancies2019-07-0219 minThis is Community!Episode 4: Circus for All - The Art of Possibility On this week's episode our guest is Dani Gill, communications officer with Galway Circus Community. We talk about the work that the circus do, the meaning behind circus skills particularly for young people as well as their recently launched 2020 project 'Wires Crossed' More about Galway Community CircusWebsite: http://www.galwaycommunitycircus.com/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/GalwayCommunityCircus/Twitter: https://twitter.com/galwaycircusInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/galwaycircus/-----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Volunteering in...2019-05-0920 minThis is Community!Episode 1: Mayor of Galway City Niall Mc NelisRole 1 - Kitchen Porter, COPE GalwayRole 2 - Charity Shop Assistant, NCBI GalwayRole 3 - Café Assistant - The Hidden Gem, Gort This weeks roles - just click on any of the links above and that will bring you straight to the role you have chosen and you can see more information and see the ‘apply now’ button to contact the specific organisation advertising the role. If you are already registered with us, just put in the email address you us...2019-03-2320 minGalway Film PodcastS01E19: Brian J. FalconerProducer Brian J. Falconer moved from shorts to features with his 2018 debut, The Dig, directed by the Tohill Brothers and winner of the Best Irish Film at the 2018 Galway Film Fleadh. His follow up feature, Normal People, is the debut screenplay by acclaimed Irish playwright Owen McCafferty, directed by Lisa Barros D’Sa and Glenn Leyburn (co-directors of Good Vibrations) and starring Academy Award nominees Lesley Manville and Liam Neeson. He is currently reuniting with director Michael Lennox, five years since their first project, the BAFTA winning and Oscar® nominated short Boogaloo and Graham, to develop the film adaptation of...2019-02-0122 minGalway Film PodcastS01E03: Ed Guiney & Andrew LoweProducers Ed Guiney and Andrew Lowe of Element Pictures (Room, The Favourite) trace a time-line from being college buds to superstars of the arthouse cinema world.
They discuss the serendipity of relationships, and the leaps of faith when the chips were down, that have seen them expand into distribution, exhibition, and television, as well as producing the multiple-award winning works of Lenny Abrahamson, Yorgos Lanthimos, Ken Loach, Paddy Breathnach, and more at Galway Film Fleadh 2018.
Ed Guiney & Andrew Lowe accept the Galway Hooker Award for Outstanding Achievement at the 30th Galway Film Fleadh. Photo credit...2018-09-211h 09