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Irish Tech News Audio ArticlesVisit Waterford Unveils New Website, Embracing Local Knowledge with a Human-Backed Digital Concierge ServiceVisit Waterford has today (July 22nd) announced the launch of its brand new website, a bold and innovative platform that reimagines how visitors discover Ireland's oldest city and its surrounding treasures. According to the Visit Waterford team, "This isn't just another tourism website - it's a personal invitation to explore Waterford through the eyes of the people who know it best."
The new site, currently live at VisitWaterford.com, offers travellers the chance to go beyond traditional listings and recommendations. In a first-of-its-kind move for an Irish destination, Visit Waterford has introduced a human-backed digital concierge service, where real...2025-07-2204 min
The Official Waterford FC PodcastGrant HortonEpisode 6 of the Waterford FC Official Podcast Season 2, as Blues defender Grant Horton joins host Tony Kelly this week.Podcast proudly sponsored by Perennial Freight Ltd.2025-07-0428 minThe Official Waterford FC PodcastJohn ColemanEpisode 4 of the Waterford FC Official Podcast Season 2, as John Coleman joins host Tony Kelly.Current Blues Head Coach John Coleman sat down with host Tony Kelly recently to chat about his first couple of weeks with the Blues, how he's settled in, chats about possible transfer activity in the window - along with much more!Podcast proudly sponsored by Perennial Freight Ltd.2025-06-0646 minThe Official Waterford FC PodcastKevin BurnsEpisode 3 of the Waterford FC Official Podcast Season 2, as Kevin Burns joins host Tony KellyFormer Blues keeper, and current kitman, Kevin Burns sat down with Tony Kelly recently to chat all things Blues - from his playing career to his current role today, and even speaking about playing alongside Andy Boyle when he was younger.Podcast proudly sponsored by Perennial Freight.2025-05-2333 min
WSD VoiceCelebrating the 2024-2025 School YearOn this episode, we celebrate an outstanding senior from each of our high schools and meet the newly named 2025 Waterford Foundation Teacher of the Year.Guests: Vanaya Hill, Waterford Kettering High SchoolDeAngelo Pierfelice, Waterford Durant High SchoolJakob VanZweden, Waterford Mott High SchoolMeg Grossnickle, 2025 Waterford Foundation Teacher of the YearHosts: Sarah Davis, Director of Communications and Community RelationsLisa Eldredge, Interim Superintendent Producer: Jane Tekiele, Video Production Coordinator2025-05-1927 minThe Official Waterford FC PodcastGary HuntGary is a native of Tramore Co Waterford and the manager of the first ever Waterford FC Women's senior team. Gary sits down with host Tony Kelly to talk all about his career leading towards taking the historic position.Kindly sponsored by Perrenial Freight2025-05-0241 minThe Official Waterford FC PodcastBrian MurphyThe Official Waterford FC Podcast returns with a banger of a first episode. Season 2 begins with currenty goalkeeping coach and former goalkeeper, Brian Murphy. Brian has had an incredible career in football, starting off in Manchester City's academy and making his way through their ranks, winning multiple Playoff finals, playing in the Premier League, the huge characters in football he's worked with along the way and of course, his return home to Waterford.Kindly sponsored by Perennial Freight.2025-04-1656 minWSD VoiceCommunity ConnectionsWaterford School District has numerous organizations that provide untold amounts of resources and opportunities for our students and staff. We sat down with two of our biggest community supporters to discuss the importance of schools and the community working together.Guests: Director of the Waterford Chamber of Commerce Nikki TippettPresident of the Waterford Foundation for Public Education John HimmelspachHosts: Sarah Davis, Director of Communications and Community RelationsDarin Holley, Interim SuperintendentProducer: Jane Tekiele, Video Production Coordinator2025-02-1121 minWSD VoiceWSD Makes Historic Investments in Curriculum and TechnologyInterim Superintendent Darin Holley; Director of Instructional Technology, Data and Assessment Elizabeth Kutchey; and Director of Communications and Community Relations Sarah Davis discuss the historic investments in curriculum and technology Waterford School District has made since 2020. When combined together, WSD has invested over $15 million dollars in those two areas.
Guest:
Director of Instructional Technology, Data and Assessment Elizabeth Kutchey
Hosts:
Sarah Davis, Director of Communications and Community Relations
Darin Holley, Interim Superintendent
Producer:
Jane Tekiele, Video Production Coordinator
2024-12-0926 minWSD VoiceWSD's $30 Million Investment in Early Childhood EducationThis September, Waterford School District invested $30 million in early childhood education when it opened its brand new Stepanski Early Childhood Center - the district’s first building in over 50 years.
In this episode, Interim Superintendent Darin Holley, Stepanski Principal Andrea Bratton, Assistant Superintendent of Business and Operations Sandy Elka, and Director of Communications and Community Relations Sarah Davis discuss the details of the grand opening and what it took to complete this amazing project.
Guests:
Stepanski Principal Andrea Bratton
Assistant Superintendent of Business and Operations Sandy Elka
Hosts:
...2024-10-0926 minThe Official Waterford FC PodcastJamie PilleyNew Waterford FC Owner, Jamie Pilley joins host Tony Kelly to chat all about his plans for the future of the club!Brought to you by Norris's Bar 🍺2024-09-0633 min
The Official Waterford FC PodcastSam SargeantOn this episode of the podcast, Goalkeeper Sam Sargeant joins Tony Kelly to talk all about his career and his journey to between the sticks for the Blues. Sam chats all about how he ended up in goal in the first place, signing for Milwall as a schoolboy, being signed to Leyton Orient, his exit from Orient and, of course, his arrival at Waterford FC, winning promotion and the season so far in the Premier League. Brought to you by Norris's Bar, Waterford 🍻Find Norris's at 73 Barrack St, Lisduggan Little, Waterford, X91 X4DP, Ireland2024-07-2637 min
The Official Waterford FC PodcastBarry BaggleyClub Captain, Barry Baggley joins host, Tony Kelly for this episode of the podcast. Barry talks about how his rehab is going on the injury that forced him to miss a large part of the season so far and how close he is to his return. Barry also chats about growing up in Belfast, his early days in football, signing for Fleetwood town and, of course, coming on loan to the Blues and winning promotion to the Premier League.Brought to you by Norris's Bar, Waterford 🍻Find Norris's at 73 Barrack St, Lisduggan Little, Waterford, X91 X4DP...2024-06-2133 min
The Official Waterford FC PodcastRichy Walsh & Colin PowerOn this week's double-header episode, host Tony Kelly is joined by new Waterford FC General Manager, Richy Walsh and Head of Community Development, Colin Power.First, Colin discusses all the incredible work he, his team of volunteers and the club itself have been doing within the Waterford Community and further plans for the future.Then, Richy Walsh tells his story of assisting his Grandfather, the legendary Michael Walh as kit man from the age of 9 and working his way up to becoming General Manager of the Club.Brought to you by Norris's Bar, Waterford 🍻2024-05-271h 00WSD VoiceCelebrating the 2023-2024 School YearIn this episode, we focus on some of the amazing accomplishments both staff and students achieved during the 2023-2024 school year. First, we talk to three of our Waterford School District 2024 graduates to learn their plans for the future. Next, we meet April Lennox, our 2024 Waterford Foundation Teacher of the Year.
Guests for the 2024 graduates discussion:
Thomas Kauwe, Senior, Mott High School
Avery Stretten, Senior, Durant High School
Aiden Reynolds, Senior, Kettering High School
Guests for the 2024 Waterford Foundation Teacher of the Year discussion:
April Lennox, 4th grade teacher, Haviland Elementary2024-05-2232 min
The Official Waterford FC PodcastKeith LongOn the second episode of The Official Waterford FC Podcast host, Tony Kelly is joined by Waterford FC Head Coach, Keith Long.Transitioning from player to manager, his almost a decade spent at Bohs, how it felt to beat them 2 weeks ago, assistant Alan Reynolds leaving, the appointment of new Assistant Matt Lawlor, his plans for the club going forward, and much more!Brought to you by Norris's Bar, Waterford 🍻Find Norris's at 73 Barrack St, Lisduggan Little, Waterford, X91 X4DP, Ireland2024-04-1952 minWSD VoiceHR's Innovative Approach to Grow Your OwnWaterford School District's Department of Human Resources is the recipient of a $ 2-million grant from the Michigan Department of Education. This grant will allow any WSD staff member interested in either obtaining an initial teaching certification or hoping to add more endorsements to attend college for free, fully covered by this grant.
Guests:
Susan File (Executive Director of Human Resources)
Nichole Rinehart (Teacher, Grayson Elementary, Donelson Hills Elementary)
Ergys Hasa (Building Substitute Teacher, Mott High School)
Hosts:
Sarah Davis, Director of Communications and Community Relations
Scott Lindberg, Superintendent
Producer: Jane Tekiele, Video Production Coordinator2024-04-0926 min
The Official Waterford FC PodcastPádraig AmondThe very first episode of The Official Waterford FC Podcast kicks off with striker Pádraig Amond.The Blues made waves by annoucing the signing of the prolific forward and he chats to host, Tony Kelly all about the story of his career so far.From the Shamrock Rovers Youth team to the Portuguese league and his penchant for scoring goals in the English FA Cup and League Cup. "Podge" also lays out his plans for this debut season with The Blues. Brought to you by Norris's Bar, Waterford 🍻Find Norris's at 73 Barra...2024-04-0436 min
CEO Sales Huddle with Che BrownThe Waterford Crystal Story and Its Sales Lessons | CEO Sales Huddle with Che BrownIn the quaint city of Waterford, Ireland, the story of Waterford Crystal began with George and William Penrose in 1783. Little did they know that their crystal-making venture would face its share of challenges. Fast forward to the 19th century, and the entire glass-making industry in Ireland was on the verge of collapse. This setback marked a turbulent time for Waterford Crystal, and the production came to a halt in 1851.
As the demand for Waterford Crystal grew, so did the obstacles. In 1811, a new law imposed duties on exported flint glass, adding another layer of difficulty. Even with...2024-03-0619 min
ONE MORE GLASS OF WINEEpisode 12: Wine MarketingWaterford Estate’s Marketing Manager, Anrike van der Walt, discusses innovative tech in wine marketing and her path to appreciating wine.2024-01-0837 min
Bourbon Lens254: Exploring the Terroir and Provenance of Waterford WhiskyGet ready to “nerd out” over whisky with our newest podcast featuring Waterford Whisky. Waterford is an Irish Single Malt with a Scottish passion. Mark Reynier, Founder of Waterford Whisky, and Jake discuss the importance of heirloom grains and terroir in whiskey-making. Waterford Whisky looks to create distinct and unique flavors in the single malt category. We would love to hear your thoughts on heirloom grains and terroir, and if you think they make a difference in your whiskey! Stream this episode on your favorite podcast app and be sure to drop us a review whil...2023-11-271h 11
We Buy Houses Fast | Next Door PropertiesWe Buy Houses Waterford ConnecticutSell My House Fast Waterford Connecticut!
If you’re looking to sell your home in Waterford Connecticut where the Median Home Value is $368,000, you should know that 2023 local market data indicated an average 14 homes for sale in August 2023, with 10.0% of homes in cutting prices on their listing price. So how do I go about selling my home fast (and getting the most cash)?
At Next Door Properties, as a cash home buyer, we get asked to "buy my house" daily. So if you've been thinking “I need to sell my h...2023-09-2401 min
Sell My House Fast /w Priority Home Buyers!We Buy Houses Waterford ConnecticutSell My House Fast Waterford CT! If you’re looking to sell your home in Waterford Connecticut (Median Home Value of $353,295), you should know that 2023 local market data indicated an average 73 days to sale, with 33.80% of homes in selling under list price. So how do I go about selling my home fast (and getting the most cash)?
At Priority Home Buyers, we get asked to "buy my house" daily. So if you've been thinking “I need to sell my house for cash" lately, we're here to help. We offer cash for houses and would be glad to help...2023-09-0901 min
Up the Blues - The Waterford FC PodcastMatchweek 18: Mixed Bags and InjuriesOn this episode of Up the Blues, we dissect Waterford's last few games and talk about current injuries.
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https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=1000915629755542023-08-3042 minUp the Blues - The Waterford FC PodcastMatchweek 17: Complacency Creeping In?On this episode of Up the Blues, we dissect Waterford's last few games and talk about the end of the transfer window.
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https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=1000915629755542023-08-0849 minUp the Blues - The Waterford FC PodcastMatchweek 16: Transfers and TrialsOn this episode of Up the Blues, we dissect Waterford's last few games, talk about transfers and discuss Andy Pilley's sentencing.
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ONE MORE GLASS OF WINEEpisode 7: Memories and life at Waterford.Join Natasha Duncan as she shares her experiences, the story of Waterford’s Rose-Mary, and her favourite moments on the estate.
2023-06-1519 minUp the Blues - The Waterford FC PodcastMatchweek 15: Mid-Season ReviewOn this episode of Up the Blues, we dissect Waterford's game against Bray, and have a recap over the season so far.
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https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=1000915629755542023-06-1447 minUp the Blues - The Waterford FC PodcastMatchweek 14: Ronan's On Fire, Your Defence is TerrifiedOn this episode of Up the Blues, we dissect Waterford's games against Longford, Treaty, and Kerry, as well as discuss Ronan Coughlan's form and what it could mean for the future.
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https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=1000915629755542023-06-0754 minWSD VoiceCelebrating the 2022-2023 School YearIn this episode, we focus on some of the amazing accomplishments both staff and students achieved during the 2022-2023 school year. First, we meet Chris Braue, our 2023 Waterford Foundation Teacher of the Year. Next, we talk to three of our Waterford School District 2023 graduates to learn their plans for the future.
Guests for the 2023 Waterford Foundation Teacher of the Year discussion:Chris Braue, Teacher, Mason Middle SchoolRadhika Issac, Principal, Mason Middle SchoolCharlie McClain, Nominator/7th grader at Mason Middle School
Guests for the 2023 graduates discussion:Madison Loriaux, Senior student, K...2023-05-2531 min
The West of Waterford PodcastGoing Woke, Staying Broke! - The Jason & Josh Show! 5/24/2023Josh and Jason talk sports, going woke and staying broke and all the fun of the fair on the West of Waterford's flagship show!
Originally broadcast on 05/24/2023 here: https://youtube.com/live/JOjCQvcqOxk?feature=share
2023-05-251h 56Up the Blues - The Waterford FC PodcastMatchweek 13: The One Where the Owner Goes to PrisonOn this episode of Up the Blues, we dissect Waterford's games against Cobh and Finn Harps, and discuss the club's new shop and owner Andy Pilley's legal troubles.
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ONE MORE GLASS OF WINEEpisode 6: From cellar to successAssistant Winemaker Jamie Papenfus shares her journey, the art of crafting Waterford’s Elgin Sauvignon blanc, and her vision for empowering women in wine.2023-05-1519 minUp the Blues - The Waterford FC PodcastMatchweek 12: Not Over 'Til It's OverOn this episode of Up the Blues, we dissect Waterford's away trip to Galway United in what could end up being one of the most important games of the season.
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https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=1000915629755542023-05-0743 minWSD VoiceAmazing AthleticsDid you know our two high schools - Mott and Kettering - boast 41 different programs with 81 teams for a combined total of approximately 115 coaches and over 1,000 student participants? In this episode, we explore this and other interesting facts about our amazing athletic programming at Waterford School District.
Guests:
Allison Sartorius, AthleticDirector
Kalieb Osborne (11th grade, Mott)
Karli Koskinen (10th grade, Mott)
Emily Medford (11th grade, Kettering)
Zarek Zelinski (12th grade, Kettering)
Resources:
Waterford Athletics
Hosts:
Sarah Davis, Director of Comm...2023-04-1424 min
ONE MORE GLASS OF WINEEpisode 5: Pouring passionDiscover Tasting Room Floor Manager Brandon Engelbrecht’s growth in wine, his passion for education, and the story of Waterford’s Old Vine Chenin Blanc.2023-04-1413 minUp the Blues - The Waterford FC PodcastMatchweek 8: Comprehensive in CobhOn this episode of Up the Blues, the lads talk about Waterford's away win over Cobh Ramblers.
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https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=1000915629755542023-04-1142 minUp the Blues - The Waterford FC PodcastMatchweek 7: A New Era and Goals GaloreOn this episode of Up the Blues, the lads talk about Waterford's fantastic win over Finn Harps to kickstart the Keith Long era.2023-04-0441 minThe West of Waterford PodcastChitty Chitty Bang OW!Josh, Jason and Brittany talk about the integrity of battle of the band elections, Trumps alleged imminent arrest, Dick Van Dyke driving into things at 97 and the uncomfortable world of Nickelodeon.
All the usual fun of the fair on the West of Waterford Podcast!
All musical clips to their respective owners.
2023-03-262h 06
The Whiskey Ring PodcastEp. 82: Waterford Distillery with Mark NewtonI do a lot of research for each episode of the podcast - I don't want to ask anything that's been asked over and over. Often, that's listening to podcasts, reading interviews, anything that might spark an insightful question or a different angle.
But what do you do when a distillery has their own podcast? What do you do when there's so much information out there and yet so much to ask?
You start with one interview and go from there. We cover so many topics in this interview that it's hard to imagine another, but...2023-03-221h 15
Up the Blues - The Waterford FC PodcastMatchweek 5: Seeing RedOn this episode of Up the Blues, Adam, Martin, and Evan discuss Waterford's game against Bray Wanderers, and look ahead to the Munster Cup tie against Cork and the away trip to Treaty United2023-03-201h 08The West of Waterford PodcastFuck You, Pay Me!Josh, Jason, Johnny and Britt talk about the week, vintage video game, singular, pedophile lunch ladies and how some people haven't been PAID yet!
All this and more, on the West of Waterford Podcast!
Original airing 03/11/2023 on YouTube: https://youtube.com/live/REwfCMugAhw?feature=share
2023-03-161h 39Up the Blues - The Waterford FC PodcastMatchweek 4: Redemption in the MidlandsOn this episode of Up the Blues, Adam, Martin, and Evan discuss Waterford's game against Athlone, look ahead to their next home game against Bray, and discuss the potential future of Junior Quitirna.2023-03-1354 minUp the Blues - The Waterford FC PodcastMatchweek 3: Long Balls and Short PatienceOn this episode of Up the Blues, Adam, Martin, and Evan discuss Waterford's game against Galway, and look ahead to their away trip to Athlone. 2023-03-061h 02Up the Blues - The Waterford FC PodcastMatchweek 2: The Bright Lights of the RSCOn this episode of Up the Blues, Adam, Martin, and Evan discuss Waterford's first home game of the season against Longford.2023-03-0155 minUp the Blues - The Waterford FC PodcastMatchweek 1: The South East DerbyIn the first episode of Up the Blues, Adam, Martin, and Evan discuss Waterford's pre-season and the first game away to Wexford.2023-02-2158 min
ONE MORE GLASS OF WINEEpisode 3: Behind the Tasting Room and Werner Els' journey with Chardonnay.Discover Tasting Room Manager Werner Els’ love for wine, his approach to team training, and Waterford Estate’s thriving Chardonnay Single Vineyard.2023-02-1616 minWSD VoiceSTEM Robotics at WSDIn our latest episode of WSD Voice, we discuss some of the amazing STEM Robotics opportunities we have at WSD for all grade levels.
Guests:
Ashley Proulx, third grade teacher at Schoolcraft
Sarah Yates, fifth grade teacher at Riverside, plus FRC Team members Gavin Wagner (11th, Mott) and Mia Schipono (10th, Kettering)
Tanya Cannon, fourth grade teacher at Cooley, and her three STEM students: Charlie Grower (3rd), Jewel Carter (4th) and Issac Lakatos (4th)
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STEM Academy
Waterford Community Education
2023-02-1018 min
ONE MORE GLASS OF WINEEpisode 2: Meet our visionary viticulturistDive into viticulturist David van Schalkwyk’s passion, vision for sustainable farming, and his work with Grenache at Waterford Estate.2023-01-1518 min
ONE MORE GLASS OF WINEEpisode 1: The heart of Waterford EstateAn inside look at cellarmaster Mark Le Roux’s journey, his passion for Cabernet Sauvignon, and its unique place in South African culture.2022-12-2821 min
Waterford Community Church MessagesTales of the Trees: The Miracle TreesWaterford Community Church sermon from Saturday, December 24, 2022, in the yearlong theme Storylines as part of the series Tales of the Trees. This the final sermon entitled The Miracle Trees comes from Hebrews 4:15 is by Brent Wood.2022-12-2400 min
Terroir-Driven: The Waterford Whisky Podcast9. A Fireside Chat with the Waterford Whisky MakersIn the latest episode of the season, we've gathered the team behind the Arcadian Farm Origin Whiskies from Waterford Distillery for a fireside chat. After eight episodes covering the various groundbreaking whisky releases in the series, we wanted to bring the whisky makers together to follow up on some of the topics covered this season, get some additional insights on the whiskies released and try to sneakily get some information on future releases. In this fireside chat, we're joined by Head Distiller Ned Gahan, Head Brewer Neil Conway and Terroir Coordinator Angelita Fonseca-Hynes. 2022-11-0751 minTerroir-Driven: The Waterford Whisky Podcast8. Waterford Distillery Brings the SmokeWith two peated whisky releases now on the market, the team from Waterford Distillery reveals the unlikely journey that the distillery took on its way to releasing these expressions, we’ll hear about challenges inherent within the Irish whisky landscape of producing peated whiskies the Waterford way and we’ll discuss proposed legislation that could threaten the very use of peat by distilleries in Ireland.2022-10-3128 minTerroir-Driven: The Waterford Whisky Podcast6. Bringing Peated Whisky Back: Peat's Turbulent History in IrelandIn releasing its first two peated Irish Single Malt Whiskies to the market, Waterford Distillery has not only made history for the distillery but for the world of Irish whisky, being the first distillery to make a whisky entirely from Irish barley dried over Irish peat in generations. Often overshadowed by its Scottish neighbours when it comes to talk of smoky or peated whiskies, Ireland's historic use of peat tells its own remarkable story of cultural and economic development, of communities built and indistries created. In this episode of the Waterford Whisky Podcast, we examine that rich h...2022-10-1729 minTerroir-Driven: The Waterford Whisky Podcast5. From 50 Grams to 50 Barrels - How A Dormant Barley Variety Became WhiskyFor years, once-widespread barley varieties such as Hunter, Goldthorpe and Old Irish lay dormant, yet preserved, in the Department of Agriculture's Seed Bank outside Dublin. These grains held the flavours and stories of a different time where different approaches to farming, brewing and distilling reigned. If Waterford Distillery was to continue its quest of pursuing whisky flavour and "the old ways" the team knew that what they sought lay in cold storage in the laboratories of the Seed Bank. In this episode we'll share how Waterford Distillery and its growing partners turned 50 grams of heritage ba...2022-10-1030 minWSD VoiceSafety and Security/Social Emotional LearningTune in to the first episode of Season 2 to learn how Waterford School District rated in the top 10% of school districts nationwide for developing and executing a comprehensive safety and security plan. This episode also features discussion surrounding an innovative Social Emotional Learning program started by the principal at Donelson Hills Elementary.
Guests:
Jim Beaver, WSD Director of Operations and Security
Anne Kruse, Donelson Hills Elementary Principal
Hosts:
Sarah Davis, Director of Communications and Community Relations
Scott Lindberg, Superintendent
Producer:
Jane Tekiele, Video Production Coordinator2022-10-0444 minTerroir-Driven: The Waterford Whisky Podcast4. Rediscovering Historical Grains in the Pursuit of FlavourAt the turn of the 20th century, farmers in the south of Ireland led the barley breeding movement, creating strong, resilient varieties of barley grown to be malted for use in beer and whisky making. Were these grains more flavourful? Did they exhibit characteristics that we may have interest in today? Most of these historic, heritage varieties have long since died out, but five years ago the team at Waterford Distillery wondered if they might be able to resurrect some of these long-lost grains. They began by exploring the history of Ireland's heritage barley varieties. 2022-10-0329 minTerroir-Driven: The Waterford Whisky Podcast3. How The Distillery Adapts to Biodynamic & Organic Whisky MakingThe growing, the farmers, the soil, the barley are all well documented at Waterford Distillery. Once the barley is picked up from the growers it begins the journey that will lead ultimately to the distillery. In the last season of the podcast, we broke down the entire process from growing to bottling and shared in detail the unique process at the distillery whereby each farm’s barley is stored, malted, brewed and distilled separately from other farms' harvests. When it comes to biodynamic and organic whisky making, however, there are extra complexities to ensure compliance wi...2022-09-2634 minTerroir-Driven: The Waterford Whisky Podcast2. Driven by Beliefs & Vision: The Organic & Biodynamic ApproachIn this week’s episode we’re continuing the exploration of biodynamic farming and growing that we began investigating last week and we’re going to get a better understanding of what makes a farm, a grain and a whisky organic. We’ll hear from the growers behind the barley that eventually ends up in Waterford Distillery’s biodynamic and organic whiskies and we’re heading to the central valley of California to hear from a grower who is led by the spiritual approach to biodynamic farming and we’ll hear from a best-in-class pioneer of the biodynamic win...2022-09-1933 minTerroir-Driven: The Waterford Whisky Podcast1. Introducing the Arcadian Farm OriginsIn this season we’re following the flavour, pulling back the covers on Waterford Distillery’s unique approach and philosophy when it comes to barley, focusing on the Arcadian Farm Origins, a collection of whiskies with their roots in how whisky used to be made. They represent real rarity, due to the scarcity of the raw material. Before the mass production demands of today dictated what an entire industry grew, how they grew it and how they malted, fermented, distilled and matured, there were different approaches to whisky making - approaches tied more to nature, to age old pr...2022-09-1126 min
Waterford Archives - Ireland Family VacationsWaterford Travel Tips with Clodagh FitzgeraldThe best Waterford travel tips from a Failte Ireland Certified guide- from Waterford city to the ‘hidden' countryside. The round tower in Ardmore, County Waterford
Waterford Travel Tips Though the name is synonymous with crystal, Waterford – both the city and the county – have so many experiences to offer the visitor who ventures off the tourist trail.Clodagh FitzGeraldAbout Clodagh FitzGerald Clodagh FitzGerald is a Failte Ireland certified guide who was born and raised in Waterford. Check out Clodagh's Kinsale tips here!The Home of Waterford Crystal...2022-07-0744 min
WSD VoiceCelebrating the 2021-2022 School YearIn this episode, we focus on some of the amazing accomplishments both staff and students achieved during the 2021-2022 school year. First, we meet Sue Case, our 2022 Waterford Foundation Teacher of the Year. Next, we talk to three of our Waterford School District 2022 graduates to learn their plans for the future.
Guests for the 2022 Waterford Foundation Teacher of the Year discussion:
Sue Case, Teacher, Grayson Elementary
Samantha Lam, Principal, Grayson Elementary
Rick West, Nominator/Father of Grayson student
Guests for the 2022 graduates discussion:
Abby Stauber, Senior student, Mott High School
A...2022-05-1730 minWSD VoiceFood and Nutrition Services/Music and Theater in our SchoolsIn honor of National School Breakfast Week (March 7-11, 2022) and National Nutrition Month, the first segment of this episode focuses on our Food and Nutrition Services Department. Then, in recognition of March as Music in our Schools and Theater in our Schools month, we highlight WSD's music and theater programming.
Guests for Food and Nutrition Services discussion:
Michael Williams, Director, Food and Nutrition Services
Tina Rompa, Assistant Cook, Pierce Middle School
Kristen Woods-Helms, Principal, Durant High School
Guests for Music/Theater in our Schools discussion:
Jason Pratt, Theater Teacher and Performing Ar...2022-03-1440 min
Whiskey ChatsMy Cuvée Chat with Ned Gahan, Waterford Whisky's Head DistillerJpoin me for My Cuvée Chat with Ned Gahan, Head Distiller in Waterford Distillery. I met up with him in Charlie Foley's Bar in Killarney town, in the snug, and we cracked open the Cuvée Sample pack released by Waterford at xmas. I wanted to speak to Ned about the Cuvées he has curated over the last 2 years and got a great insight into Waterford's current direction. Drops of the night: Waterford - The Pilgrimage Waterford - The Cuvée Waterford - The Hearth Waterford - Pique-Nique Wa...2022-01-261h 07WSD VoiceStudent and Family Engagement Department/Problem-Based LearningThis is the first episode of WSD Voice, a Waterford School District podcast that focuses on topics geared toward inspiring, educating and empowering our students, staff, alumni and community.
In the first segment of this episode, we interview members of our Student and Family Engagement Department (SAFE) and in the second segment, we talk to teachers and students participating in Waterford's new Problem-Based Learning (PBL) K-8 teaching initiative.
Guests for SAFE discussion:
Ashley Gray, Coordinator for SAFE
Alison Upleger, Behavior Support Specialist for SAFE
Nichelle Clark, Behavior Support Specialist for SAFE
G...2022-01-1424 min
Irish Whiskey Review - The Definitive Guide to all things Whisky, Scotch, Bourbon NOT just Irish!WATERFORD DISTILLERY ANNOUNCES PARTNERSHIP WITH ARTIST LEAH HEWSON FOR THE LAUNCH OF ITS FLAGSHIP WHISKY: THE CUVÉELeading Irish visual artist, Leah Hewson, has released her latest work, but you won’t find it in a gallery or exhibition.
Partnering with Waterford Distillery, Hewson has created Binary Assimilation – an original artwork for the bottle label of the distillery’s flagship single malt whisky coming this autumn: The Cuvéee.
Hewson’s aim was to celebrate the 'many layers and complexities within Waterford’s distillation process and the immense sensory experience of consumption’.
Waterford’s unique methodology is terroir-driven. The concept, which is commonly practised by the world’s greatest winemakers, is based on the p...2021-05-3010 minTerroir-Driven: The Waterford Whisky Podcast8. The Science of Whisky TerroirIn the final episode of our series we hear from the scientists and researchers who have spent the last two years investigating whether terroir can exist in whisky and we learn how the team at Waterford Distillery intends to build on their first whisky releases to achieve their goal of producing the most flavourful litre of alcohol ever created. 2021-04-1328 minTerroir-Driven: The Waterford Whisky Podcast7. Does It Matter? Whisky Drinkers Weigh In.Does Waterford Distillery's approach matter to whisky drinkers? What do those who buy the whisky think about terroir and the data it gives access to? Can there be too much information shared? In this episode of Terroir-Driven: The Waterford Whisky Podcast, we hear from those who drink the whisky to try to get a better understanding of what matters to them, what they like and dislike about the whisky and we'll hear how whisky drinkers' expectations of their whisky producers have changed over the past few years. We'll also hear from fo...2021-04-0632 minTerroir-Driven: The Waterford Whisky Podcast6. When Spirit Meets WoodCan a whisky’s terroir survive maturation? Why is such a large percentage of Waterford Distillery’s budget committed to the purchase and storage of casks? How much of a whisky’s flavour come from its time in a cask? What happens the whisky as it matures? In this episode of Terroir-Driven: The Waterford Whisky podcast, we’re answering these questions and more as we examine the most time-consuming aspect of whisky making, maturation, in order to best understand how the spirit and wood interact with one another and collectively build upon each previous step of the wh...2021-03-3026 minTerroir-Driven: The Waterford Whisky Podcast5. The Concentration of FlavourWhen we think of whisky production, brochure-friendly polished copper stills, stainless steel and piping spring to mind, but what really happens at this stage? Can the flavour nuances of terroir survive what appears from the outside to be quite an industrial process? In this episode of Terroir-Driven: The Waterford Whisky podcast, we’re looking at the science behind distillation, the unique low and slow distilling approach favoured by Waterford Distillery and how distillation can preserve, concentrate and maximise each barley field’s unique flavour.2021-03-2331 minTerroir-Driven: The Waterford Whisky Podcast4. From Malt to MashWaterford Distillery’s unique whisky-making approach is centered around capturing the unique flavours present in each of the grower’s fields of barley. Before distilling can concentrate the flavours, there are a few essential steps to help extract those flavours from the grain and preserve their terroir. In this episode of Terroir-Driven: The Waterford Whisky podcast, we’ll follow the barley from the field to the maltster and on to the brewing stage with Grace O’Reilly, Waterford Distillery’s agronomist and Neil Conway, Head Brewer.2021-03-1630 minTerroir-Driven: The Waterford Whisky Podcast3. A Farm-First ApproachA terroir-driven approach to whisky making begins with the land - the fields and farms that give Waterford Distillery its barley. It's in these fields that the growers and their families maximize the flavour-potential of their barley crop. Aided and advised by Grace O’Reilly, Ireland’s only distillery-employed agronomist, growers follow a different process to growing and harvesting. In this episode of Terroir-Driven: The Waterford Whisky podcast we’ll meet growers who have farmed their land for generations, we’ll learn what it means to them to be part of Waterford Distillery’s approach and we’ll f...2021-03-0932 minTerroir-Driven: The Waterford Whisky Podcast2. The War on TerroirTerroir - a word and approach more associated with wine making than whisky making has had its critics and detractors since the first day Mark Reynier announced he was building a distillery on its very premise. In this episode of Terroir-Driven: The Waterford Whisky podcast, we hear from whisky industry experts and enthusiasts who paint a picture of a whisky industry that has followed a certain approach to whisky making for many years and how Waterford Distillery’s pursuit of a barley and a flavour-forward process has been met with raised eyebrows and criticism from whisky producers an...2021-03-0231 minTerroir-Driven: The Waterford Whisky Podcast1. The Genesis of an IdeaWaterford Whisky has been years in the making. Before the establishment of the distillery and before terroir-driven spirit flowed from the stills on the banks of the River Suir, founder Mark Reynier spent a career in the wine and Scotch whisky world. Inspired by a different approach to the growing of vines and barley, Mark applied the insights gleaned in the years prior to his arrival in Waterford to the planning of a very different type of whisky distillery. In this first episode of Terroir-Driven: The Waterford Whisky podcast, Mark Reynier opens up about the e...2021-02-2326 min
Terroir-Driven: The Waterford Whisky PodcastIntroducing Terroir-Driven: The Waterford Whisky PodcastWaterford Distillery Founder Mark Reynier has spent the last 5 years telling everyone who’ll listen (and even those who won’t) that he believes there’s an alternative to how whiskey has been made for generations. He believes there’s a better way and that mass production and a focus on yield has replaced a focus on flavour. He has strong opinions and firmly held beliefs and he’s betting the farm, many farms in fact, on these opinions being true and ultimately that they’ll matter to the whisky drinker who purchases a bottle of Waterford Whisky. 2021-02-0703 min
Waterford Church of Christ SermonsWe have the Power of GodRom 1:1-4
Tad Masteller's First Sermon at Waterford Church of Christ2020-03-1531 min
Calvary WaterfordThere is HopeA special message recorded by Pastor Tyrone Power. Our church service will be online over the coming weeks due to help prevent the spread of COVID 19 in Waterford, Ireland. Today, Pastor Tyrone preaches on the truth that there is hope.2020-03-1526 minCalvary Waterford2020 Vision MeetingCalvary Waterford's 2020 Vision Meeting message. Preached by Tyrone Power on 1st March 2020.2020-03-0115 minCalvary WaterfordGod's GiftPreached by Tyrone Power on 29th December 2019. Calvary Waterford's 2019 Christmas message.2019-12-2225 min
Waterford Community Church MessagesRun Together (150 Celebration)run togetherOn this special day, we celebrate our 150th Anniversary. We are so touched by all the tributes from so many who have been impacted by the ministry of Waterford Community Church through the years. Our Pastor, Brent Wood, gives a special message looking forward to the next 150 years, while honoring what has come before us.Hebrews 12:1-31. Look back. "Therefore, since we are surrounded by such great cloud witnesses"2. Let go. "let us throw off everything that hinders and the sin that so easily entangles"3. Look ahead. "let us run with perseverance the race marked for us"4. Look up. "fixing o...2019-11-1000 minCalvary WaterfordVision Meeting 2019Calvary Waterford's 2019 vision meeting, recorded on 3rd Feb 20192019-02-031h 02
Back Chat with Maria McCannEpisode 70 - 141018 - Back Chat One on One with Joyce O'CarrollNo matter what the cause is, Hair loss is an extremely distressing condition. It causes anxiety, upset, and embarrassment.
So the job of making sure women can cope, and can look their best is an important one, and one this week's One On One guest does very well.
She is Joyce O Carroll, owner and founder of WigWorld in Waterford.2018-10-1435 minBack Chat with Maria McCannEpisode 67 - 090918 - One on One with John McGuireJohn McGuire has been running his Garden Centre in Woodstown for more years then he cares to remember.
It is truly a family business, started by John's father Paddy, who was well known in Waterford, and a familiar voice on local radio.
In this Back Chat One On One Maria talks to John about his life, his business and the pride he has in following in his father's footsteps.2018-09-0930 min
Sparking Change with Dil#54 | Waterford Walls Street Art FestivalThis week on Sparking Change, Dil brings us another episode from the sunny south-east, at this years’ Waterford Walls street art festival.
Waterford Walls is an international street art festival started by The Walls Project that transforms Waterford City into an open-air gallery. Waterford Walls invites over 50 artists again in 2018 to transform the city walls, continuing to make Waterford an essential cultural attraction and International go-to destination for street art. This year’s festival ran from August 17th – 26th, so unfortunately it is now over. But make sure to mark it in your calendar for next year!
In this episode, Dil ta...2018-08-3137 minBack Chat with Maria McCannEpisode 65 - 190818 - Karen Power, Benny Finlay & Brenda GilesAugust 25th in the WIT Arena in Waterford, will see the launch of the DC Dynamos - a fun day out for all the family, but a family day with a difference because it's focus is in faciliating those with Dyspraxia to do things at their own pace, and for parents to get information and support they mightn't have known was available.
Dyspraxia is a little known condition, that affects a surprisingly high number of children, and in this episode you'll hear from parents, finding out the best way to help their children do the same things other kids can...2018-08-1930 minBack Chat with Maria McCannEpisode 63 - 050818 - Back Chat one on one with John KeaneJohn Keane followed his dream of setting up the best Pizzeria he possibly could.
In this Back Chat one on one I've been talking to John and hearing how 'Slice' in Ballinakill Shopping Centre in Waterford came to be.2018-08-0538 minBack Chat with Maria McCannEpisode 59 - 010718 - Ger Barron, Michael Garland & Roddie CleereIt is without doubt, a jewel in the crown of Waterford Attractions. In this week's episode of Back Chat With Maria McCann, I'm talking to one of the first people to have the idea of making use of the old disused railway Line, who had a vision for it, but by his own admission, it has more then exceeded his expectations.. . I also have someone who has made a business from it, by bringing groups to do the Waterford Camino, and a dedicated user of the fabulous amenity which is... the Waterford Greenway.
You'll hear their passion for promoting and...2018-07-0147 minBack Chat with Maria McCannEpisode 58 - 240618 - Vicki Graham, Padraig O'Griofa and Wayne BrownWaterford is steeped in Theatre, Musical Theatre, Drama and even Panto. Where did that tradition come from? Why do so many people put so much effort into putting on shows, and also fundraising to make those shows happen year after year?
This week's episode takes a look behind the scenes, with Back Chatters involved in performing, making the music happen, producing, and even training the next generation to carry on Waterford's strong link with Theatre.
With Vicki Graham,Padraig O Griofa and Wayne Brown2018-06-2450 minBack Chat with Maria McCannEpisode 51 - 290418 - Back Chat 1 on 1 with John HayesIn this Back Chat One On One, I'm speaking to Waterford's John Hayes of Special Branch Carvings, a man who has really found his niche. By his own admission, John was at a bit of a loss to know what to do with his life at one stage, until discovering this talent he has. If you're not from Waterford but come here to visit, you'll be in awe at the magnificent Dragonslayer Sword, carved by John, from a single tree. With a chainsaw!
John is a great talker, articulate and passionate about his Family, his Work & his County He also...2018-04-2946 minBack Chat with Maria McCannEpisode 48 - 080418 - Seneiva Magill and Ger O'ByrneWe're talking musicals - our favourite and those not so favourite. One of us proves she can see into the future, one of us has an idea that could see Waterford 'lead the way' but maybe it's already happening somewhere else? ... and one of us risks drawing down the ire of Darts players everywhere - and possibly Chess fans too!
With Ger O'Byrne and Seneiva Magill2018-04-0845 minBack Chat with Maria McCannEpisode 45 - 180318 - Sandra Power, Michael Garland & Rita LaceyThis week's episode covers everything from Leo Varadkhar in the US to Comedy in the 70's. We're also talking about why everyone likes to celebrate St Patrick's Day, and asking is Waterford doing enough to capitalize on it's connection with the National Day.2018-03-1845 minBack Chat with Maria McCannEpisode 44 - 110318 - Jo Cregan, Lauren Traynor & Paul DowerPeople all around the Country take up the challenge of learning to dance to fundraise for good causes - and the Solas Centre Dance For Life in Waterford, has just had a very successful event, showing what can happen when people come together to help others. That's one of the topics on this week's Back Chat. We also talk about disabilities, public transport, how to make The Oscars a better show. and the event that will forever more be known in Ireland as 'The Snow'.
With Jo Cregan, Lauren Traynor & Paul Dower2018-03-1154 minBack Chat with Maria McCannEpisode 35 - 261117 - Colm Williamson & Ian NoctorFind something you love to do and you'll never work a day in your life' is the saying, and I think this week's guests would probably agree. Unemployment and anger led one to set up the hugely successful Waterford Whispers News, and a love of cars has the other adding yet another string to his bow. In this week's episode ee're talking a potential General Election, Cars, the future of TV and more, on this week's Back Chat With Maria McCann
With Colm Williamson & Ian Noctor2017-11-2646 min
Southern Irish Loyalism in ContextEpisode 8 - Panel 2b - The experience of Waterford loyalists in the revolutionary decade 1912-1923 - Dr. Pat McCarthy“I had been brought up under the union jack and had no desire to live under any other emblem.” The words of C.P. Crane, a Tipperary R.M., in 1923, would have found an echo in the hearts of many of Waterford’s loyalist community. By 1926 their population had declined by 40% compared to 1911 and those who survived now lived in a different environment. In 1912 the small but influential loyalist community in Waterford had been vocal in their opposition to Home Rule. Led by Sir William Goff-Davis Goff and Dr Henry Stuart O’Hara, Church of Ireland bishop of the united dioceses...2017-10-1527 min
?????????????Episode 8 - Panel 2b - The experience of Waterford loyalists in the revolutionary decade 1912-1923 - Dr. Pat McCarthy“I had been brought up under the union jack and had no desire to live under any other emblem.” The words of C.P. Crane, a Tipperary R.M., in 1923, would have found an echo in the hearts of many of Waterford’s loyalist community. By 1926 their population had declined by 40% compared to 1911 and those who survived now lived in a different environment. In 1912 the small but influential loyalist community in Waterford had been vocal in their opposition to Home Rule. Led by Sir William Goff-Davis Goff and Dr Henry Stuart O’Hara, Church of Ireland bishop of the united dioceses...2017-10-1527 minBack Chat with Maria McCannEpisode 23 - 030917 - Chloe McGrath, Brian Kelly & Libby ShanahanThe Waterford Rose Chloe McGrath is one of my guests on Back Chat this week, fresh from her appearance in the Rose Of Tralee. But she's not the only Rose on the panel! What DOES a Rose do after the TV show is over, is there still a place for Schools with a Religious Ethos, the Debs & Grey Hair also up for discussion
With Chloe McGrath, Brian Kelly & Libby Shanahan2017-09-0342 minBack Chat with Maria McCannEpisode 16 - 230717 - Paul 'Flex' Browne, Karen Steenson & Paul GreeneThis week's Back Chat features opinions on a female Dr. Who, How kids have developed American Accents, Children's TV and the fabulous new amenity in Waterford City - The Apple Market. But do we all think it's quite so fabulous?
With Paul 'Flex' Browne, Karen Steenson & Paul Greene2017-07-2345 minBack Chat with Maria McCannEpisode 15 - 190717 - Back Chat One on One with Paul FlynnPaul Flynn owns and runs The Tannery Restaurant in Dungarvan, County Waterford. This month he's been celebrating The Tannery's 20th Anniversary.
I recently sat down with him for a very enjoyable one-on- one Back Chat2017-07-1926 min
Waterford Arts Archive TracksPat McEvoy reviews 'Moon for the Misbegotten'Pat McEvoy reviews the Theatre Royal Waterford's production of 'Moon For The Misbegotten'. Copyright WLR - for more see www.wlrfm.com2016-04-1404 min
Waterford Arts Archive TracksAudience Reaction to Waterford Youth Arts 'The Crucible'2016-03-0300 min