http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/ Stories and interviews from the Irish Diaspora Podcast Generator 2.7 - http://www.podcastgenerator.net Fri, 06 Mar 2026 05:48:46 +0000 en Copyright Irish Radio Canada 2024 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/images/itunes_image.jpg http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/ Stories and interviews from the Irish Diaspora At Home and Abroad Irish Radio Canada Irish Radio Canada austin@irishradio.ca clean Ger O’Donnell on his upcoming Canadian Tour. The combination of Don Stiffe, Ger O’Donnell & Trevor Sexton, three powerhouses of Irish vocals is one of the most exciting things happening in Irish music in recent times. Ger O’Donnell on his upcoming Canadian Tour. The combination of Don Stiffe, Ger O’Donnell & Trevor Sexton, three powerhouses of Irish vocals is one of the most exciting things happening in Irish music in recent times. http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20260301c1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20260301c1.mp3 15:06 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 01 Mar 2026 13:40:00 +0000 David Wilson; “Focusing on the Migrants: How Genealogy has Transformed our Understanding of the Irish in Canada” David Wilson; “Focusing on the Migrants: How Genealogy has Transformed our Understanding of the Irish in Canada” http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20260301b1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20260301b1.mp3 19:37 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 01 Mar 2026 13:20:00 +0000 Doireann Ní Bhriain, Patricia Messenger, Dr. Rosemary Day , Sally Galiana, Deirdre O’Shaughnessy Doireann Ní Bhriain, Patricia Messenger, Dr. Rosemary Day , Sally Galiana, Deirdre O’Shaughnessy http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20260222a1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20260222a1.mp3 59:46 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 22 Feb 2026 13:00:00 +0000 Paul Caldwell : CelticFest Vancouver returns March 13–15, celebrating Irish Heritage Month and 22 years of Celtic music, dance, and culture in the heart of Vancouver. Paul Caldwell : CelticFest Vancouver returns March 13–15, celebrating Irish Heritage Month and 22 years of Celtic music, dance, and culture in the heart of Vancouver. http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20260215d1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20260215d1.mp3 5:46 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 15 Feb 2026 13:50:00 +0000 Tim Burke - 26th Annual St. Patrick's Day Parade set for March 15 at 2 p.m. in Downtown Peterborough, Irish historial geographer Christy Roche has been named this year’s Grand Marshall. Tim Burke - 26th Annual St. Patrick's Day Parade set for March 15 at 2 p.m. in Downtown Peterborough, Irish historial geographer Christy Roche has been named this year’s Grand Marshall. http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20260215c1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20260215c1.mp3 9:44 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 15 Feb 2026 13:40:00 +0000 Tom O'Neill Ottawa St Patrick's Day Parade Fund Raising funds with GoFundMe to help us cover essential security needs while keeping the 39th St. Patrick’s Parade bright, joyful, and full of Irish fun for everyone. Tom O'Neill Ottawa St Patrick's Day Parade Fund Raising funds with GoFundMe to help us cover essential security needs while keeping the 39th St. Patrick’s Parade bright, joyful, and full of Irish fun for everyone. http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20260215b1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20260215b1.mp3 11:33 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 15 Feb 2026 13:30:00 +0000 Fiarock's debut album, An Tús, just released, Fiárock is going full speed ahead, forging their way into the future with plenty of craic! Fiarock's debut album, An Tús, just released, Fiárock is going full speed ahead, forging their way into the future with plenty of craic! http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20260215a.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20260215a.mp3 26:05 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 15 Feb 2026 13:00:00 +0000 the opening session from a landmark conference in the Aula Maxima celebrating a century of radio in Ireland.Finola Doyle O’Neill, John O’Halloran, Micheál Martin , Aoife MacEvilly, Hiram Morgan ,Patricia Monahan the opening session from a landmark conference in the Aula Maxima celebrating a century of radio in Ireland.Finola Doyle O’Neill, John O’Halloran, Micheál Martin , Aoife MacEvilly, Hiram Morgan ,Patricia Monahan http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20260208a1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20260208a1.mp3 1:00:00 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 08 Feb 2026 13:00:00 +0000 Eithne Heffernan Eithne Heffernan http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20260201c1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20260201c1.mp3 13:56 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 01 Feb 2026 13:40:00 +0000 Deirdre Galway Deirdre Galway http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20260201b1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20260201b1.mp3 13:13 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 01 Feb 2026 13:20:00 +0000 Sheila Flanagan talks about the first cross border educational partnership under the Shared Ireland Initiative under the Good Friday Agreement Sheila Flanagan talks about the first cross border educational partnership under the Shared Ireland Initiative under the Good Friday Agreement http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20260201a1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20260201a1.mp3 20:17 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 01 Feb 2026 13:00:00 +0000 Fiona Tyndall's new album Einin and Cheoil is a collection of traditional Irish songs with unique and complex vocal and instrumental arrangement. Fiona Tyndall's new album Einin and Cheoil is a collection of traditional Irish songs with unique and complex vocal and instrumental arrangement. http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20250125c1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20250125c1.mp3 13:18 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 25 Jan 2026 13:45:00 +0000 Northern Ireland IT leader, Kainos, is doubling its workforce in Canada after acquiring Davis Pier of Nova Scotia. Northern Ireland IT leader, Kainos, is doubling its workforce in Canada after acquiring Davis Pier of Nova Scotia. http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20260125b1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20260125b1.mp3 15:07 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 25 Jan 2026 13:30:00 +0000 Banjo icon Enda Scahill and harmonica master Joel Andersson team up for a groundbreaking album—Irish music like you’ve never heard before. Enda, a Steve Martin Prize winner and founder of We Banjo 3, redefines the genre with rich tone and flair. Banjo icon Enda Scahill and harmonica master Joel Andersson team up for a groundbreaking album—Irish music like you’ve never heard before. Enda, a Steve Martin Prize winner and founder of We Banjo 3, redefines the genre with rich tone and flair. http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20260125a1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20260125a1.mp3 23:53 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 25 Jan 2026 13:00:00 +0000 Ron Tremback: Ron has been an artisan for more than 40 years, making everything from moccasins to houses and cabins. Ron Tremback: Ron has been an artisan for more than 40 years, making everything from moccasins to houses and cabins. http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20260118b1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20260118b1.mp3 12:13 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 18 Jan 2026 13:45:00 +0000 Steve Scart The Public Record Office of Northern Ireland (PRONI) is the official archive for Northern Ireland. Steve Scart The Public Record Office of Northern Ireland (PRONI) is the official archive for Northern Ireland. http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20260118c1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20260118c1.mp3 34:28 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 18 Jan 2026 13:15:00 +0000 Noel McDonnell reflects on 2025 for Eire Og Noel McDonnell reflects on 2025 for Eire Og http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20260118a1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20260118a1.mp3 13:00 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 18 Jan 2026 13:00:00 +0000 Established in 2021, the James Joyce Association of Ottawa (JJAO) is a Canadian-based group dedicated to celebrating the works of Irish author James Joyce through monthly readings, special events like Bloomsday, and performances. Established in 2021, the James Joyce Association of Ottawa (JJAO) is a Canadian-based group dedicated to celebrating the works of Irish author James Joyce through monthly readings, special events like Bloomsday, and performances. http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20260111e1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20260111e1.mp3 9:00 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 11 Jan 2026 13:45:00 +0000 Dianne Brydon Dianne Brydon http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20260111d1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20260111d1.mp3 12:05 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 11 Jan 2026 13:35:00 +0000 Anne McGrath - Irish Seniors Social Group The objective of ISSGO is " To keep seniors born in Ireland, seniors of Irish descent as well as seniors with an interest in all things Irish, in touch with each other, with their culture and heritage." Anne McGrath - Irish Seniors Social Group The objective of ISSGO is " To keep seniors born in Ireland, seniors of Irish descent as well as seniors with an interest in all things Irish, in touch with each other, with their culture and heritage." http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20260111c1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20260111c1.mp3 15:46 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 11 Jan 2026 13:20:00 +0000 Oscar Mou Ottawa Irish Arts Ottawa Irish Arts, the local branch of Comhaltas Ceoltóirí Éireann, celebrated its 50th anniversary of promoting Irish culture, music, and dance in the region with a special 50th Anniversary Céilí on November 16, 2025. Oscar Mou Ottawa Irish Arts Ottawa Irish Arts, the local branch of Comhaltas Ceoltóirí Éireann, celebrated its 50th anniversary of promoting Irish culture, music, and dance in the region with a special 50th Anniversary Céilí on November 16, 2025. http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20260111b1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20260111b1.mp3 10:47 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 11 Jan 2026 13:10:00 +0000 Vanessa McLean - Ottawa Gaels: The Ottawa Gaels GAA celebrated their 50th anniversary in 2025, honoring half a century of Gaelic football and camogie in the capital region. A highlight was a gala dinner on November 22, 2025 Vanessa McLean - Ottawa Gaels: The Ottawa Gaels GAA celebrated their 50th anniversary in 2025, honoring half a century of Gaelic football and camogie in the capital region. A highlight was a gala dinner on November 22, 2025 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20260111a1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20260111a1.mp3 10:36 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 11 Jan 2026 13:00:00 +0000 Aidan Russell is the current Ottawa Rose of Tralee and tell of her experiences of 2025 Aidan Russell is the current Ottawa Rose of Tralee and tell of her experiences of 2025 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20260104e1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20260104e1.mp3 11:49 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 04 Jan 2026 13:50:00 +0000 Ottawa Celtic Choir: Ellen MacIsaac, Founder and Musical Director talks about 2025 Ottawa Celtic Choir: Ellen MacIsaac, Founder and Musical Director talks about 2025 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20260104d1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20260104d1.mp3 7:18 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 04 Jan 2026 13:45:00 +0000 Thomas O'Neill - President reviews 2025 and outlines plans for 2026 Thomas O'Neill - President reviews 2025 and outlines plans for 2026 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20260104c1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20260104c1.mp3 27:47 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 04 Jan 2026 13:15:00 +0000 Ann Alsafar reviews 2025 Ann Alsafar reviews 2025 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20260104b1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20260104b1.mp3 6:03 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 04 Jan 2026 13:10:00 +0000 Craig Hamm reviews 2025 Craig Hamm reviews 2025 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20260104a1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20260104a1.mp3 6:23 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 04 Jan 2026 13:00:00 +0000 The Stripe Young Scientist and Technology Exhibition is a student showcase of original research projects. Each year, thousands of students submit proposals, with only about 500 projects selected for display at the four-day exhibition in Dublin The Stripe Young Scientist and Technology Exhibition is a student showcase of original research projects. Each year, thousands of students submit proposals, with only about 500 projects selected for display at the four-day exhibition in Dublin http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20251214c1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20251214c1.mp3 18:52 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 14 Dec 2025 13:40:00 +0000 Your Roots Are Showing – Ireland’s Folk Conference and Showcase brings the global folk music community together. It fosters collaboration among musicians, artists, & industry professionals, support emerging talent, and create meaningful opportunities. Your Roots Are Showing – Ireland’s Folk Conference and Showcase brings the global folk music community together. It fosters collaboration among musicians, artists, & industry professionals, support emerging talent, and create meaningful opportunities. http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20251214b1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20251214b1.mp3 12:51 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 14 Dec 2025 13:20:00 +0000 Enda Larkin is an amateur historian with a lifelong passion for exploring Ireland's rich and complex history. This enduring interest in Irish heritage has inspired him to share compelling stories from the past through Irish Echoes. Enda Larkin is an amateur historian with a lifelong passion for exploring Ireland's rich and complex history. This enduring interest in Irish heritage has inspired him to share compelling stories from the past through Irish Echoes. http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20251214a1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20251214a1.mp3 15:55 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 14 Dec 2025 13:00:00 +0000 Ottawa Gaels GAA turned 50, and celebrated in style! On Saturday, November 22, 2025, teammates, friends, and supporters—past and present gathered at the Ottawa Infinity Convention Centre Ottawa Gaels GAA turned 50, and celebrated in style! On Saturday, November 22, 2025, teammates, friends, and supporters—past and present gathered at the Ottawa Infinity Convention Centre http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20251207a1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20251207a1.mp3 42:40 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 07 Dec 2025 13:00:00 +0000 The Irish Descendants celebrate 35 years of music and are on their annual Christmas tour across Canada The Irish Descendants celebrate 35 years of music and are on their annual Christmas tour across Canada http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20251130c1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20251130c1.mp3 12:18 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 30 Nov 2025 13:45:00 +0000 In 1989, Irish doctor Geraldine Osborne, her artist husband Danny, & their 3 young children—ages 5, 2, and 1—embarked on an extraordinary adventure: to spend a year living in the tiny Inuit settlement of Grise Fiord, over a 3000km above the Arctic Circle. In 1989, Irish doctor Geraldine Osborne, her artist husband Danny, & their 3 young children—ages 5, 2, and 1—embarked on an extraordinary adventure: to spend a year living in the tiny Inuit settlement of Grise Fiord, over a 3000km above the Arctic Circle. http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20251130b1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20251130b1.mp3 25:32 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 30 Nov 2025 13:20:00 +0000 The Traveller's Tale This book for the first time lifts the veil of secrecy which has surrounded the Irish Government’s operation in the North during the Peace Process. The Traveller's Tale This book for the first time lifts the veil of secrecy which has surrounded the Irish Government’s operation in the North during the Peace Process. http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20251130a1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20251130a1.mp3 21:27 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 30 Nov 2025 13:00:00 +0000 Frank Cassidy - Rideau Ramblers at 4th Stage Frank Cassidy - Rideau Ramblers at 4th Stage http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20251123d1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20251123d1.mp3 10:43 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 23 Nov 2025 13:45:00 +0000 Fiona O'Brien - Comedian Fiona O'Brien - Comedian http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20251123c1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20251123c1.mp3 11:55 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 23 Nov 2025 13:30:00 +0000 Mick McAuley Irish musician, composer and songwriter Mick McAuley Irish musician, composer and songwriter http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20251123b1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20251123b1.mp3 7:53 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 23 Nov 2025 13:15:00 +0000 Matthew Gilsenan - The Celtic Tenors Canadian Tour Christmas 2025 Matthew Gilsenan - The Celtic Tenors Canadian Tour Christmas 2025 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20251123a1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20251123a1.mp3 10:41 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 23 Nov 2025 13:00:00 +0000 Ruth Hanna - Julie McAlpin - Philip Geraghty - Laureen Regan - John Crowley - Mike Murphy - Kate Hickey - Ramon Whelan Ruth Hanna - Julie McAlpin - Philip Geraghty - Laureen Regan - John Crowley - Mike Murphy - Kate Hickey - Ramon Whelan http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20251116a1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20251116a1.mp3 59:54 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 16 Nov 2025 13:00:00 +0000 Nick McCarthy - Dublin Fusilier Martin Groden buried at Beechwood Cemetery Ottawa Nick McCarthy - Dublin Fusilier Martin Groden buried at Beechwood Cemetery Ottawa http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20251109b1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20251109b1.mp3 19:20 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 09 Nov 2025 13:40:00 +0000 Eamonn McKee & Mark McGowan: Irish-born Canadians and their descendants have made significant contributions to all aspects of Canadian life. Eamonn McKee & Mark McGowan: Irish-born Canadians and their descendants have made significant contributions to all aspects of Canadian life. http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20251109a1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20251109a1.mp3 33:11 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 09 Nov 2025 13:00:00 +0000 International Uilleann Piping Day, a global celebration of the unique Irish pipes or ‘uilleann pipes’, will take place around the world on Saturday 1st November 2025. International Uilleann Piping Day, a global celebration of the unique Irish pipes or ‘uilleann pipes’, will take place around the world on Saturday 1st November 2025. http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20251102d1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20251102d1.mp3 4:43 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 02 Nov 2025 12:50:00 +0000 Les Starkey Bodhran Maker Les Starkey Bodhran Maker http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20251102c1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20251102c1.mp3 12:43 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 02 Nov 2025 12:30:00 +0000 Steve McKenna Director Dreamtown Steve McKenna Director Dreamtown http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20251102b1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20251102b1.mp3 15:46 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 02 Nov 2025 12:15:00 +0000 David Conway, Mitchell Plunkett, Steve Kent, David Conway, Mitchell Plunkett, Steve Kent, http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20251102a1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20251102a1.mp3 14:16 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 02 Nov 2025 12:00:00 +0000 Fiachra was very much influenced by the old South Connemara style and from an early age was privileged to hear sean-nós singers and music played for sets and sean-nós dancing unique to the area. Fiachra was very much influenced by the old South Connemara style and from an early age was privileged to hear sean-nós singers and music played for sets and sean-nós dancing unique to the area. http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20251026c1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20251026c1.mp3 18:27 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 26 Oct 2025 12:40:00 +0000 A huge congratulations to Arthur Coates & Kerran Cotterell - the winners of this year’s Robinson Emerging Artist Showcase! A huge congratulations to Arthur Coates & Kerran Cotterell - the winners of this year’s Robinson Emerging Artist Showcase! http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20251026b1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20251026b1.mp3 13:50 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 26 Oct 2025 12:20:00 +0000 Niamh Bury Irish Singer/Songwriter at FAI 2025 Niamh Bury Irish Singer/Songwriter at FAI 2025 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20251026a.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20251026a.mp3 19:07 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 26 Oct 2025 12:00:00 +0000 Brian McSheffrey - The Sheriff Said “No Flirtin"! Brian McSheffrey - The Sheriff Said “No Flirtin"! http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20251019c1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20251019c1.mp3 12:05 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 19 Oct 2025 12:40:00 +0000 Ciaran MacGowan at Folk Alliance international: Ciaran MacGowan at Folk Alliance international: http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20251019b1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20251019b1.mp3 18:40 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 19 Oct 2025 12:20:00 +0000 Eoin O'Grady - President, Irish Cultural Society, Calgary Irish Cultural Society of Calgary, a vibrant community founded in 1986 to celebrate Irish and Celtic culture right in the heart of Calgary. Eoin O'Grady - President, Irish Cultural Society, Calgary Irish Cultural Society of Calgary, a vibrant community founded in 1986 to celebrate Irish and Celtic culture right in the heart of Calgary. http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20251019a1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20251019a1.mp3 20:57 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 19 Oct 2025 12:00:00 +0000 Seamus King - Lár na Páirce GAA Museum Thurles Seamus King - Lár na Páirce GAA Museum Thurles http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20251012a1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20251012a1.mp3 51:37 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 12 Oct 2025 12:00:00 +0000 Foil Arms and Hog are an Irish sketch comedy group comprising Sean 'Foil' Finegan, Conor 'Arms' McKenna and Sean 'Hog' Flanagan Foil Arms and Hog are an Irish sketch comedy group comprising Sean 'Foil' Finegan, Conor 'Arms' McKenna and Sean 'Hog' Flanagan http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20251005c1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20251005c1.mp3 20:05 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 05 Oct 2025 12:40:00 +0000 Margaret Harvey akes readers on a heartwarming journey through a vanished Ireland Margaret Harvey akes readers on a heartwarming journey through a vanished Ireland http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20251005b1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20251005b1.mp3 25:38 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 05 Oct 2025 12:15:00 +0000 Cathy Murphy Executive Director , Irish Canadian Immigration Centre Cathy Murphy Executive Director , Irish Canadian Immigration Centre http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20251005a1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20251005a1.mp3 14:47 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 05 Oct 2025 12:00:00 +0000 Prime Minister Mark Carney & An Taoiseach Micheál Martin held a success bilateral meeting in Ottawa, & reaffirmed the enduring friendship between Canada & Ireland, anchored in shared democratic values, deep historical ties Prime Minister Mark Carney & An Taoiseach Micheál Martin held a success bilateral meeting in Ottawa, & reaffirmed the enduring friendship between Canada & Ireland, anchored in shared democratic values, deep historical ties http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20250928d.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20250928d.mp3 12:05 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 28 Sep 2025 12:45:00 +0000 Máirtín de Cógáin in Hamiton and Toronto Máirtín de Cógáin in Hamiton and Toronto http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20250928c1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20250928c1.mp3 8:29 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 28 Sep 2025 12:35:00 +0000 Fr Stephen Amesee, Tom O'Neill: The Irish Society of the National Capital Region hosted a tree planting event in June 2025 to commemorate the 200th birthday of Thomas D'Arcy McGee. Commemorative event at St Patrick's Basilica, Ottawa on Oct 4th Fr Stephen Amesee, Tom O'Neill: The Irish Society of the National Capital Region hosted a tree planting event in June 2025 to commemorate the 200th birthday of Thomas D'Arcy McGee. Commemorative event at St Patrick's Basilica, Ottawa on Oct 4th http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20250928b1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20250928b1.mp3 10:08 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 28 Sep 2025 12:20:00 +0000 Karen McHugh: Safe Home Ireland is an Irish diaspora support service that provides a range of services for people considering returning and for those who have already returned to Ireland. Karen McHugh: Safe Home Ireland is an Irish diaspora support service that provides a range of services for people considering returning and for those who have already returned to Ireland. http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20250928a1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20250928a1.mp3 15:07 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 28 Sep 2025 12:00:00 +0000 Sheila Quealey (Secretary), Mark Sheehan (Chairperson) The Schoolyard Theatre about the history of the theatre Sheila Quealey (Secretary), Mark Sheehan (Chairperson) The Schoolyard Theatre about the history of the theatre http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20250921b1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20250921b1.mp3 19:14 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 21 Sep 2025 12:40:00 +0000 Christy Roche - “From Whence They Came- the Peter Robinson Settlers” an historical account of the settler families and communities of origin here in Ireland 1823 and 1825. Christy Roche - “From Whence They Came- the Peter Robinson Settlers” an historical account of the settler families and communities of origin here in Ireland 1823 and 1825. http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20250921a1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20250921a1.mp3 33:17 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 21 Sep 2025 12:00:00 +0000 Aidan Russell Aidan Russell http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20250914d1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20250914d1.mp3 14:23 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 14 Sep 2025 14:45:00 +0000 Actors Cormac Costello & Ben Waddell Actors Cormac Costello & Ben Waddell http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20250914c1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20250914c1.mp3 12:05 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 14 Sep 2025 12:30:00 +0000 John Sheehy Writer, Director: Rona Fenton, Producer & Actor John Sheehy Writer, Director: Rona Fenton, Producer & Actor http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20250914b1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20250914b1.mp3 15:45 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 14 Sep 2025 12:15:00 +0000 Amanda Slattery: A week-long commemoration marking 200 years since the Peter Robinson Settler Emigration Scheme to Canada. Amanda Slattery: A week-long commemoration marking 200 years since the Peter Robinson Settler Emigration Scheme to Canada. http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20250914a1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20250914a1.mp3 17:34 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 14 Sep 2025 12:00:00 +0000 Jimmy Walsh: Lingaun Valley has its very own loop bus service this summer, a free service that will orbit the region five times a day, seven days a week! Jimmy Walsh: Lingaun Valley has its very own loop bus service this summer, a free service that will orbit the region five times a day, seven days a week! http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20250907a1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20250907a1.mp3 52:23 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 07 Sep 2025 12:00:00 +0000 Conor Mallon from Keady, Co.Armagh started his musical career with the Armagh Pipers Club where he attended Uilleann Pipe lessons. Conor Mallon from Keady, Co.Armagh started his musical career with the Armagh Pipers Club where he attended Uilleann Pipe lessons. http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20250831c.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20250831c.mp3 8:23 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 31 Aug 2025 12:45:00 +0000 Ranagri is a dynamic contemporary folk band that blends traditional Irish and British roots with modern influences and world music textures. Ranagri is a dynamic contemporary folk band that blends traditional Irish and British roots with modern influences and world music textures. http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20250831b.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20250831b.mp3 17:50 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 31 Aug 2025 12:30:00 +0000 This year marks the bicentennial of Thomas D’Arcy McGee’s birth, and the theme could not be more timely: "Climate Justice and Human Rights... in a Changing World Order" This year marks the bicentennial of Thomas D’Arcy McGee’s birth, and the theme could not be more timely: "Climate Justice and Human Rights... in a Changing World Order" http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20250831a1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20250831a1.mp3 26:47 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 31 Aug 2025 12:00:00 +0000 Zoé Basha is a musician, composer and carpenter, of French and American origins, Based between Ireland and the traveling life for over a decade, Zoé blends traditional singing with jazz and blues. Zoé Basha is a musician, composer and carpenter, of French and American origins, Based between Ireland and the traveling life for over a decade, Zoé blends traditional singing with jazz and blues. http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20250824c.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20250824c.mp3 10:02 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 24 Aug 2025 12:40:00 +0000 In Fianna, as the newly reformed Na Fianna journey across timelines to confront enemies both mythic and modern. In Fianna, as the newly reformed Na Fianna journey across timelines to confront enemies both mythic and modern. http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20250824b1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20250824b1.mp3 18:36 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 24 Aug 2025 12:20:00 +0000 Emma Donoghue’s first musical, THE WIND COMING OVER THE SEA & most recent novel The Paris Express Emma Donoghue’s first musical, THE WIND COMING OVER THE SEA & most recent novel The Paris Express http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20250824a1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20250824a1.mp3 18:26 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 24 Aug 2025 12:00:00 +0000 Cahal Dunne - Athenry: A Famine Tale of Love and Survival Cahal Dunne - Athenry: A Famine Tale of Love and Survival http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20250817c1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20250817c1.mp3 23:35 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 17 Aug 2025 12:30:00 +0000 Myfanwy Davies:The NORTH AMERICAN FESTIVAL OF WALES is in Ottawa this year! Hosted by the Ottawa Welsh Society, Myfanwy Davies:The NORTH AMERICAN FESTIVAL OF WALES is in Ottawa this year! Hosted by the Ottawa Welsh Society, http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20250817b1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20250817b1.mp3 19:14 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 17 Aug 2025 12:10:00 +0000 Samara O'Gorman: July's Return is a pocketbook anthology of original poems inspired by the twelve months of the year Samara O'Gorman: July's Return is a pocketbook anthology of original poems inspired by the twelve months of the year http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20250817a1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20250817a1.mp3 10:53 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 17 Aug 2025 12:00:00 +0000 Rachel Hoare talks about being the 2025 Toronto Rose Rachel Hoare talks about being the 2025 Toronto Rose http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20250810c1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20250810c1.mp3 14:47 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 10 Aug 2025 12:45:00 +0000 Aidan Russell chats about being the Ottawa Rose 2025 Aidan Russell chats about being the Ottawa Rose 2025 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20250810b1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20250810b1.mp3 15:43 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 10 Aug 2025 12:25:00 +0000 Don Wilcox Historian at Trent Valley Archives provides a tour of the 1825 exhibits Don Wilcox Historian at Trent Valley Archives provides a tour of the 1825 exhibits http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20250810a1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20250810a1.mp3 22:21 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 10 Aug 2025 12:00:00 +0000 Brian J. Dunne, formerly from Drumsna, County Leitrim, was awarded the Order of Ontario Brian J. Dunne, formerly from Drumsna, County Leitrim, was awarded the Order of Ontario http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20250803a1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20250803a1.mp3 53:11 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 03 Aug 2025 12:00:00 +0000 Mary Ellen Callaghan, President of the society outlines the events scheduled to commemorate and celebrate the 200th Anniversary. Mary Ellen Callaghan, President of the society outlines the events scheduled to commemorate and celebrate the 200th Anniversary. http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20250727d1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20250727d1.mp3 17:26 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 27 Jul 2025 12:45:00 +0000 Tony Dolan tells of the current Irish curtural connections that sustain the Irish traditions in PEI Tony Dolan tells of the current Irish curtural connections that sustain the Irish traditions in PEI http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20250727c1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20250727c1.mp3 8:23 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 27 Jul 2025 12:30:00 +0000 Pat Duffy talks about the conditions that the Irish faced on Arrival in PEI Pat Duffy talks about the conditions that the Irish faced on Arrival in PEI http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20250727b1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20250727b1.mp3 15:24 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 27 Jul 2025 12:15:00 +0000 Paula Kenny outlines the Irish, Prince Edward Island connection Paula Kenny outlines the Irish, Prince Edward Island connection http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20250727a1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20250727a1.mp3 15:25 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 27 Jul 2025 12:00:00 +0000 Peterborough Musicfest is proud to present a full week of Irish-themed concerts at Del Crary Park from Saturday, August 2 to Saturday, August 9, 2025, in celebration of Bicentennial 2025 and the Nine Ships 1825 commemorative event Peterborough Musicfest is proud to present a full week of Irish-themed concerts at Del Crary Park from Saturday, August 2 to Saturday, August 9, 2025, in celebration of Bicentennial 2025 and the Nine Ships 1825 commemorative event http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20250720c1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20250720c1.mp3 18:28 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 20 Jul 2025 12:40:00 +0000 Set in the summer of 1825, Wild Irish Geese explores the 1825 migration of two-thousand Irish, escaping tyranny and hopelessness in Ireland, for the promise of something better in far-off Canada. Set in the summer of 1825, Wild Irish Geese explores the 1825 migration of two-thousand Irish, escaping tyranny and hopelessness in Ireland, for the promise of something better in far-off Canada. http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20250720b1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20250720b1.mp3 16:12 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 20 Jul 2025 12:20:00 +0000 From Cork to the New World: A Journey for Survival is a work of historical fiction based on a true story: rather than watch their children weaken and starve, the McCarthy and Sullivan families leave Ireland to be part of the Peter Robinson Settlement From Cork to the New World: A Journey for Survival is a work of historical fiction based on a true story: rather than watch their children weaken and starve, the McCarthy and Sullivan families leave Ireland to be part of the Peter Robinson Settlement http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20250720a1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20250720a1.mp3 18:50 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 20 Jul 2025 12:00:00 +0000 Former P.E.I. premier Dennis King appointed ambassador to Ireland Former P.E.I. premier Dennis King appointed ambassador to Ireland http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20250713a1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20250713a1.mp3 48:23 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 13 Jul 2025 12:00:00 +0000 RTE Folk Music Awards nominee Padraig Jack RTE Folk Music Awards nominee Padraig Jack http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20250707c1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20250707c1.mp3 18:21 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 06 Jul 2025 12:45:00 +0000 Zoé Basha at Folk Alliance International Zoé Basha at Folk Alliance International http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20250707d1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20250707d1.mp3 9:59 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 06 Jul 2025 12:30:00 +0000 Daoiri Farrell at the NAC July 10th Daoiri Farrell at the NAC July 10th http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20250707b1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20250707b1.mp3 11:10 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 06 Jul 2025 12:10:00 +0000 Stacy & Janice Lloyd, Lumsden, Saskatchewan, spent their Canada Day in Ireland Stacy & Janice Lloyd, Lumsden, Saskatchewan, spent their Canada Day in Ireland http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20250707a1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20250707a1.mp3 3:19 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 06 Jul 2025 12:00:00 +0000 President Michael D Higgins President Michael D Higgins http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20250629c1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20250629c1.mp3 31:35 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 29 Jun 2025 12:30:00 +0000 Kristina Skerries, Artistic Director outlines this years line-up Kristina Skerries, Artistic Director outlines this years line-up http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20250629b1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20250629b1.mp3 7:01 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 29 Jun 2025 12:15:00 +0000 Pat Leahy talks about the commemorative events planned for this year. Pat Leahy talks about the commemorative events planned for this year. http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20250629a1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20250629a1.mp3 8:54 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 29 Jun 2025 12:00:00 +0000 Claire Gleeson talks about her debut novel - Show Me Where It Hurts Claire Gleeson talks about her debut novel - Show Me Where It Hurts http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20250622b1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20250622b1.mp3 14:02 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 22 Jun 2025 12:40:00 +0000 Pat & Patrick Doherty tell the story of the Doagh Famine Village Pat & Patrick Doherty tell the story of the Doagh Famine Village http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20250622a1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20250622a1.mp3 38:42 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 22 Jun 2025 12:00:00 +0000 David Keenan: 2025 has seen the release of his fourth studio album as well as the documentary film ‘Focla ar Chanbhás’ or ‘Words on Canvas’ directed by Paddy Hayes. David Keenan: 2025 has seen the release of his fourth studio album as well as the documentary film ‘Focla ar Chanbhás’ or ‘Words on Canvas’ directed by Paddy Hayes. http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20250615c1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20250615c1.mp3 14:01 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 15 Jun 2025 12:40:00 +0000 Don Willcock: Behind the Curtain: Historical Highlights and Music From the Voyage of John Barry Don Willcock: Behind the Curtain: Historical Highlights and Music From the Voyage of John Barry http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20250615b1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20250615b1.mp3 18:42 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 15 Jun 2025 12:20:00 +0000 Historian Michael McBane tell of the Commemoration of Irish Famine Burials in Ottawa Historian Michael McBane tell of the Commemoration of Irish Famine Burials in Ottawa http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20250615a1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20250615a1.mp3 15:35 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 15 Jun 2025 12:00:00 +0000 ‘NIGHT on the TOWN’ has been selected for inclusion in this year’s Bloomsday Film Festival which takes place in Dublin on June 11th - 16th. ‘NIGHT on the TOWN’ has been selected for inclusion in this year’s Bloomsday Film Festival which takes place in Dublin on June 11th - 16th. http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20250608d1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20250608d1.mp3 7:17 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 08 Jun 2025 12:45:00 +0000 Mary Durkan & Richard Harte: celebrate the 40th Anniversary of the TORONTO BLOOMSDAY FESTIVAL Mary Durkan & Richard Harte: celebrate the 40th Anniversary of the TORONTO BLOOMSDAY FESTIVAL http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20250608c1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20250608c1.mp3 18:05 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 08 Jun 2025 12:30:00 +0000 Paula McCann: The James Joyce Association of Ottawa has some members attending the Bloomsday Garden Party at Áras an Uachtaráin which is the official residence of the President of Ireland. Paula McCann: The James Joyce Association of Ottawa has some members attending the Bloomsday Garden Party at Áras an Uachtaráin which is the official residence of the President of Ireland. http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20250608b1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20250608b1.mp3 7:20 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 08 Jun 2025 12:15:00 +0000 A Zoom video featuring characters and scripts inspired by James Joyce’s “Ulysses” Produced and directed by Padraig Finlay. A Zoom video featuring characters and scripts inspired by James Joyce’s “Ulysses” Produced and directed by Padraig Finlay. http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20250608a1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20250608a1.mp3 12:25 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 08 Jun 2025 12:00:00 +0000 Bernadette Morris is not only an extremely talented singer, performer, fiddle player and entertainer, she is also an exceptional songwriter. Bernadette Morris is not only an extremely talented singer, performer, fiddle player and entertainer, she is also an exceptional songwriter. http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20250601c.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20250601c.mp3 13:12 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 01 Jun 2025 12:45:00 +0000 Ron has toured Ireland a number of times to sell out houses and talks about his Irish experiences Ron has toured Ireland a number of times to sell out houses and talks about his Irish experiences http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20250601b.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20250601b.mp3 28:46 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 01 Jun 2025 12:15:00 +0000 John Crowley John Crowley http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20250601a1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20250601a1.mp3 9:12 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 01 Jun 2025 12:00:00 +0000 Drew Mills Director of “Crossing Over” Drew Mills Director of “Crossing Over” http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20250525c1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20250525c1.mp3 11:52 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 25 May 2025 12:50:00 +0000 Crossing Over is the thrilling sequel to Tide of Hope and a compelling story being staged this month, just in time for the Bicentennial of the Peter Robinson Irish Emigration. Crossing Over is the thrilling sequel to Tide of Hope and a compelling story being staged this month, just in time for the Bicentennial of the Peter Robinson Irish Emigration. http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20250525b1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20250525b1.mp3 22:15 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 25 May 2025 12:25:00 +0000 The Peter Robinson Emigration of 1825 was a landmark initiative that brought nearly 2,000 Irish settlers to Canada, laying the foundation for what would become Nogojiwanong-Peterborough. The Peter Robinson Emigration of 1825 was a landmark initiative that brought nearly 2,000 Irish settlers to Canada, laying the foundation for what would become Nogojiwanong-Peterborough. http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20250525a1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20250525a1.mp3 21:11 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 25 May 2025 12:00:00 +0000 Meet the Ottawa Rose Applicant 2025. Julia Barnwell, Dessa Hayes, Orla Roisin Mahon, Molly McGuire, Samara O’Gorman, Kathleen Pauluk, Aidan Russell, Colleen Shirley, Skye Laura Smith. Meet the Ottawa Rose Applicant 2025. Julia Barnwell, Dessa Hayes, Orla Roisin Mahon, Molly McGuire, Samara O’Gorman, Kathleen Pauluk, Aidan Russell, Colleen Shirley, Skye Laura Smith. http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=202505181.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=202505181.mp3 59:50 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 18 May 2025 12:00:00 +0000 Shauna Bradley; Mark Sutcliff; Stephanie Plante; Tim Tierney; David Connolly; Tom O'Neill Shauna Bradley; Mark Sutcliff; Stephanie Plante; Tim Tierney; David Connolly; Tom O'Neill http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20250511c1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20250511c1.mp3 18:08 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 11 May 2025 12:40:00 +0000 The Goderich Celtic Roots Festival is an annual celebration of the music, craft, and culture of the seven Celtic nations, immigrants of which form a strong historic background to Huron County. The Goderich Celtic Roots Festival is an annual celebration of the music, craft, and culture of the seven Celtic nations, immigrants of which form a strong historic background to Huron County. http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20250511b1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20250511b1.mp3 11:43 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 11 May 2025 12:20:00 +0000 Bealtaine is Ireland’s national festival which celebrates the arts and creativity as we age. The festival is run by Age & Opportunity, the leading national development organisation working to enable the best possible quality of life for us all as we age. Bealtaine is Ireland’s national festival which celebrates the arts and creativity as we age. The festival is run by Age & Opportunity, the leading national development organisation working to enable the best possible quality of life for us all as we age. http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20250511a1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20250511a1.mp3 14:43 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 11 May 2025 12:00:00 +0000 David Howley at Folk Alliance International 2025 Montreal David Howley at Folk Alliance International 2025 Montreal http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20250504c1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20250504c1.mp3 25:40 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 04 May 2025 12:30:00 +0000 Sharon Barry of Culture Ireland at Folk Alliance International 2025 in Montreal Sharon Barry of Culture Ireland at Folk Alliance International 2025 in Montreal http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20250504b1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20250504b1.mp3 13:43 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 04 May 2025 12:15:00 +0000 Tom Moran is a Big Fat Filthy Disgusting Liar Tom Moran is a Big Fat Filthy Disgusting Liar http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20250504a1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20250504a1.mp3 16:31 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 04 May 2025 12:00:00 +0000 Cian O Grady, Kayleigh & Caoimhe Moran: Diurmuid Murphy - Tulua. Cian O Grady, Kayleigh & Caoimhe Moran: Diurmuid Murphy - Tulua. http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20250427d1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20250427d1.mp3 10:50 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 27 Apr 2025 12:45:00 +0000 Story of a Day – Scéal Lae is a live performance commissioned by Branar and performed by ConTempo Quartet in a collaboration between Branar and Galway Music Residency. Story of a Day – Scéal Lae is a live performance commissioned by Branar and performed by ConTempo Quartet in a collaboration between Branar and Galway Music Residency. http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20250427c1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20250427c1.mp3 12:35 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 27 Apr 2025 12:35:00 +0000 Paul Curley Paul Curley http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20250427b1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20250427b1.mp3 10:31 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 27 Apr 2025 12:20:00 +0000 Michelle O'Mahony - If the Walls Could Talk - The Dreaded Workhouse - - the origin of the Workhouse System under the Poor Law Act of 1838 - to the role of these institutions during the Great Irish Famine Michelle O'Mahony - If the Walls Could Talk - The Dreaded Workhouse - - the origin of the Workhouse System under the Poor Law Act of 1838 - to the role of these institutions during the Great Irish Famine http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20250427a1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20250427a1.mp3 16:55 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 27 Apr 2025 12:00:00 +0000 The King of All Birds is a fresh and playful performance that takes us on a journey through our shared fascination with the skies—how we dreamed of flying, weaved folklore about it, and eventually found a way to rise above the clouds. The King of All Birds is a fresh and playful performance that takes us on a journey through our shared fascination with the skies—how we dreamed of flying, weaved folklore about it, and eventually found a way to rise above the clouds. http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20250420c1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20250420c1.mp3 15:26 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 20 Apr 2025 12:45:00 +0000 On a bright spring afternoon in Dublin, Ciara Fay makes a split-second decision that will change everything. Grabbing an armful of clothes from the washing line, Ciara straps her two young daughters into her car and drives away. On a bright spring afternoon in Dublin, Ciara Fay makes a split-second decision that will change everything. Grabbing an armful of clothes from the washing line, Ciara straps her two young daughters into her car and drives away. http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20250420b1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20250420b1.mp3 19:02 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 20 Apr 2025 12:25:00 +0000 Padraic Scanlan: Uncovering the disaster’s roots in Britain’s deep imperial faith in markets, commerce, and capitalism, Rot reshapes our understanding of the Great Famine and its tragic legacy. Padraic Scanlan: Uncovering the disaster’s roots in Britain’s deep imperial faith in markets, commerce, and capitalism, Rot reshapes our understanding of the Great Famine and its tragic legacy. http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20250420a1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20250420a1.mp3 19:37 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 20 Apr 2025 12:00:00 +0000 Fiona Prine: Remembering John Prine Fiona Whelan Prine remembers John who died of COVID 5 years ago. John had a special place in his heart for Ireland and had a house in Kinvara. Fiona Prine: Remembering John Prine Fiona Whelan Prine remembers John who died of COVID 5 years ago. John had a special place in his heart for Ireland and had a house in Kinvara. http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20250413e1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20250413e1.mp3 3:33 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 13 Apr 2025 12:55:00 +0000 Maurice O'Carroll, Sinead O'Riordan Maurice O'Carroll, Sinead O'Riordan http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20250413d1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20250413d1.mp3 10:42 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 13 Apr 2025 12:40:00 +0000 10-year-old Molly is on a heartfelt mission to bring her father out of a coma. Believing that mastering the fiddle and winning the All Ireland Competition might wake him, she’s determined to follow in his musical footsteps. 10-year-old Molly is on a heartfelt mission to bring her father out of a coma. Believing that mastering the fiddle and winning the All Ireland Competition might wake him, she’s determined to follow in his musical footsteps. http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20250413c1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20250413c1.mp3 9:51 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 13 Apr 2025 12:30:00 +0000 After her mother's death, Kathleen leaves foster care and returns to her hometown. Although she inherits a house, finds a job, and a friend, she feels empty. Seeking a mother figure, she embarks on a destructive path as her past haunts her future. After her mother's death, Kathleen leaves foster care and returns to her hometown. Although she inherits a house, finds a job, and a friend, she feels empty. Seeking a mother figure, she embarks on a destructive path as her past haunts her future. http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20250413b1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20250413b1.mp3 16:28 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 13 Apr 2025 12:20:00 +0000 Anthony Fennell, an Irish journalist and playwright, is assigned to cover the underwater cables that carry the world’s information. The sum of human existence—words, images, transactions, memes, voices, viruses—travels through the tiny fiber-optic tubes. Anthony Fennell, an Irish journalist and playwright, is assigned to cover the underwater cables that carry the world’s information. The sum of human existence—words, images, transactions, memes, voices, viruses—travels through the tiny fiber-optic tubes. http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20250413a1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20250413a1.mp3 18:09 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 13 Apr 2025 12:00:00 +0000 Gay Byrne Irish Broadcaster. Sharing an interview with Gay that was first broadcast in 2009 Gay Byrne was an Irish presenter and host of radio and television. His most notable role was first host of The Late Late Show over a 37-year period spanning 1962 until 1999. The Late Late Show is the world's second longest-running chat show. Affectionately known as "Uncle Gay","Gaybo"] or "Uncle Gaybo". His time working in Britain with Granada Television saw him become the first person to introduce The Beatles on screen and Byrne was later the first to introduce Boyzone on screen in 1993.From 1973 until 1998, Gay presented The Gay Byrne Hour – later The Gay Byrne Show when it expanded to two hours – on RTÉ Radio 1 each weekday morning. After retiring from his long-running radio and television shows, Byrne presented several other programmes, including Who Wants to Be a Millionaire?, The Meaning of Life and For One Night Only on RTÉ One and Sunday Serenade/Sunday with Gay Byrne on RTÉ lyric fm. In 2006, he was elected Chairman of Ireland's Road Safety Authority. In his retirement he was described as the "Elder Lemon of Irish broadcasting".In 2010, The Irish Times said Byrne was "unquestionably the most influential radio and television man in the history of the Irish State". He was approached to run in the 2011 Irish presidential election but declined to run, despite topping early opinion polls.Gay was an admirer of the writer, John D. Sheridan and recorded a selection of his essays.

]]> Gay Byrne Irish Broadcaster. Sharing an interview with Gay that was first broadcast in 2009 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20191110a1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20191110a1.mp3 47:06 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Mon, 07 Apr 2025 14:54:49 +0000 A walk around Smiths Falls with Mayor Sean Pankow and some of the Irish history relating to the locality. The Town of Smiths Falls, in partnership with the Coolattin Canadian Connection headquarters (CCC) in Carnew – which was launched by the Canadian Ambassador to Ireland, Mr. Kevin Vickers – would like to explore this heritage connection by hosting many Irish themed events during the Canada 150 celebration.In the 1840’s during the Irish Great Famine 2.5 million persons emigrated from Ireland, many to what was then Upper Canada. During the period 1847-1856 over 6000 people were force-migrated from the Coolattin Estate, owned by the Fitzwilliam Family, who went to some lengths to shepherd former tenants of their estate into work opportunities on the railways in Canada. The Fitzwilliam family eventually bequeathed their ancestral home to the state and it is now situated in perpetuity on the grounds of the Coollattin Golf Club in County Wicklow.  The Ambassador of Canada to Ireland, His Excellency Mr. Kevin Vickers, recently visited the Coollattin Estate and has since launched the Coollattin Canadian Connection, a project aimed at connecting the Canadian descendants of those who endured the migrations with their history in County Wicklow. More information can be found on their website www.facebook.com/coollattin.Many of those tenant farmers ended up in Smiths Falls and the surrounding region, including members of the Balfe family who settled on what is now the Smiths Falls Golf and Country Club, where a plaque commemorates the family today. The link between the towns was first brought to our attention by Kevin Lee, an Irish historian of the Coollattin Estate and Carnew, and Project Leader of the Coollattin Canadian Connection, who visited with his wife Eleanor Lee in 2014. He observed that graveyards in Smiths Falls and the region contained many more names familiar to County Wicklow than just the Balfe’s. It is possible that many more families from the Coollattin Estate made their way to this area.

]]> A walk around Smiths Falls with Mayor Sean Pankow and some of the Irish history relating to the locality. http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=201704301.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=201704301.mp3 59:23 info@irishradio.ca (Austin Comerton) Austin Comerton no Mon, 07 Apr 2025 14:51:17 +0000 Lochlann Scott  Galway Autism Patnership Coordinator – Aisling ColreavyAisling has been with GAP since April 2017GAP was formed in 2011 by a group of proactive parents and adults on the autism spectrum to help each other with information and general support. Our membership consists of parents, people on the autism spectrum, family members, teachers, volunteers and those working with people who are living with ASD and other additional needs e.g. Intellectual Disability. One of the objectives of GAP is to provide information for families and individuals living with ASD. This ranges from general ASD information and interventions to building an extensive local knowledge which is beneficial to our members. This includes road mapping the “post-diagnostic” route, services available for those living with ASD and activities such as sports, recreation, etc. which may add quality to our members lives and their families.The Irish Autism Society - Denis SextonThrough information services, we have helped thousands of people, parents, families, educators, students and health sector workers. In addition to our phone-line, we have an extensive library available where books can be rented or purchased.The Irish Society for Autism believes that research is vitally important to improve the quality of life of people with Autism and their families.Over the years our organisation has conducted research in numerous areas relating to Autism and will continue to do so into the future. You can view our research studies below. You can also find information regarding various research topics and studies being undertaken by other individuals and organisations.Autism is a lifelong developmental disability that affects the way a person communicates and relates to people around them. The ability to develop friendships is impaired, as is their capacity to understand other people’s feelings.  All people with Autism have impairments in social interaction social communication and imagination. This is referred to as the ‘triad of impairments’. “Autism is a severe disorder of communication, socialisation and flexibility in thinking and behaviour, which involves a different way of processing information and of seeing the world” – Jordan, 1997.The generally accepted rate of prevalence of people with Autism is approximately 1 in 100. However, in 2016 a policy advice report by the National Council for Special Education on Supporting Students with Autism Spectrum Disorders in Schools, noted that 1 in 65, or 1.5%, of the school going population in Ireland had a diagnosis of Autism.On December 18th 2007, the United Nations General Assembly adopted resolution 62/139, declaring that April 2nd of each year will mark World Autism Awareness Day (WAAD). The declaration expressed deep concern at the prevalence and high rate of Autism in Children in all regions of the world and the consequential developmental challenges. It called on all countries, UN bodies, international organisations, and non-governmental groups to take steps to raise awareness of Autism.

]]> Lochlann Scott http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=201904071.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=201904071.mp3 56:06 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Mon, 07 Apr 2025 14:48:13 +0000 Waterford artist and dye transfer printer Jean Curran has created an exhibition of original dye transfer prints from Technicolor movies in the form of an immersive Art Trail and has just been launched in Dungarvan. Waterford artist and dye transfer printer Jean Curran has created an exhibition of original dye transfer prints from Technicolor movies in the form of an immersive Art Trail and has just been launched in Dungarvan. http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=202105231.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=202105231.mp3 59:05 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Mon, 07 Apr 2025 14:38:21 +0000 Jonathan Legge, Kevin Pigott, Grainne Maycock, Fergal O'Connor Collision 2020, June 23-25, was online this year. Collision from Home attendees participated from wherever they are in the world, livestreaming talks from tech CEOs, international policymakers and global cultural figures. We caught up with some of the Irish participants.Jonathan Legge, Co-Founder & CEO &OPEN:Using our powerful platform, memorable gifts and global logistics.It’s a human impulse in our digital world. Good gifting has the capacity to create real connections, building successful brands and strengthening relationships.We’re a curious and creative bunch, looking to balance the efficiency of technology with the human experience. And our mission is simple: to help brands deliver memorable gifting experiences that drive loyalty.Kevin Pigott is the Global Culture and Distillery Ambassador at DEW Distillery in Tullamore.Grainne Maycock, VP Sales, Amplexor.At Amplexor, content is a passion. For the past 30 years we have been helping organizations across industries and geographies to leverage content as a strategic differentiator, ensuring efficiency, compliance and exceptional customer experiences.Amplexor started 2020 with another winning streak. The European Parliament’s Directorate-General for Translation (DGT) awarded eight translation contracts to Amplexor – three lots as main supplier (Dutch, Italian, and Latvian) and five more as an alternate supplier. Just a few weeks before, Amplexor had also won another tender procedure for the EP as main translation partner for Spanish and Polish.Fergal O'Connor XiirXiir is a highly intuitive management platform empowering operational and regulatory compliance, investigations and internal controls.  Built-in compliance brings transparency, accountability and assurance instantly to any question, project and work programme.

]]> Jonathan Legge, Kevin Pigott, Grainne Maycock, Fergal O'Connor http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=202006281.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=202006281.mp3 59:56 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Mon, 07 Apr 2025 14:28:49 +0000 Martin Durcan & Peter Gallagher Lance Corporal Patrick "Bob" Gallagher was awarded the Navy Cross for bravery, having been drafted into the service of his adopted country, he willingly served. While under fire Patrick Gallagher showed his extraordinary heroism and inspiring valor in the face of almost certain death, he saved his comrades from probable injury and possible loss of life. His daring actions were in keeping with the highest traditions of the Marine Corps and the United States Naval Service.Cpl Patrick Gallagher, an immigrant on a green-card who lived, worked & attended school in New York prior to being drafted, (including canvassing for Senator Robert Kennedy), chose service over walking away, and offered himself to protect others. He also represents the courage of being one of 3,000 Irish men & women who served in the U.S. Armed Forces in Vietnam, and was one of 29 Irish to have been killed in action there. This recognizes the many contributions of foreign nationals in U.S. Navy, U.S Marines & Armed Forces throughout our history, voluntarily serving with loyalty, honor & commitment to their adopted country.This honor could be recognition for the families of those enlistees of foreign birth who have served our country in support of our countries principles & protection around the world: A US Navy ship afloat with this heritage would be a welcome reminder to those at home that their loved one's service and perhaps ultimate sacrifice, were remembered by us, the citizens, members of our Armed Forces and the government of the United States of America. We herewith request our representatives support, in the appropriate committees of Defense oversight in both the House and Senate, in raising this request at every opportunity with the Secretary of the NavyDuring an operation in the summer of 1966, Patrick saved the lives of a number of his comrades when he threw himself on a grenade that had landed in the dugout the Marines were occupying. Fortunately, the grenade didn’t go off immediately and Patrick had an opportunity to throw it out. The grenade exploded a safe distance away; Patrick and his comrades were safe. For his bravery that night, Patrick was awarded a Navy Cross medal. On March 30th 1967,the day that Patrick died, Patrick’s platoon was on a routine patrol to protect villagers as they harvested their rice in the hills north of the city of Da Nang, in an area that had already seen much fighting. The rice paddies suddenly erupted in gunfire when they were attacked by Viet Cong soldiers who were lying in wait.

]]> Martin Durcan & Peter Gallagher http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20170409b1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20170409b1.mp3 17:20 info@irishradio.ca (Austin Comerton) Austin Comerton no Mon, 07 Apr 2025 14:21:44 +0000 ANDY KELLY has been collecting and restoring old photographs of Co Waterford for nearly 50 years & has collaborated with local historians on many publications, incl Shipbuilding in Waterford (2011), A Century of Trade and Enterprise in Waterford & more ANDY KELLY has been collecting and restoring old photographs of Co Waterford for nearly 50 years & has collaborated with local historians on many publications, incl Shipbuilding in Waterford (2011), A Century of Trade and Enterprise in Waterford, Two Centuries of Tall Ships in Waterford and Royal Charters of Waterford. FRANK O'DONOGHUE is co-author (along with Andy Kelly) of The 5-Minute Bell, a history of the Waterford-Tramore railway, and Goin' to the Pictures. He was also editor of On This Day volumes 1 and 2, written by local historian Julian Walton.'A Century of Trade & Enterprise in Waterford'.The book is a photographic essay of work and workers in Waterford City & County from the 1880's through to the 1980's and there are some fantastic images of industrial life in the city.From the opening of the first motor garage in Ireland in 1906 on Catherine Street (Chapter 1) to the first ever scheduled Ryanair passenger flight (page 26) in 1985 - many people forget that Ryanair started in Waterford! - and even including a photograph of a Grand-uncle of mine, one Paddy Roche who was a foreman in the Foundry (page 94) who is pictured next to the first Rayburn cooker made there in the 1950's - there is sure to be much in this book to amuse and intrigue anyone with even a passing interest in Waterford.For those of us who love Waterford it is a veritable treasure trove to be poured over. I particularly like the photographs of The Quays, with the sailing ships berthed along her entire length as well as the ones of the faces of those good citizens who have gone before us going about their everyday business. You have to check out the women selling apples in The Applemarket (where else) on page 72 with their 'dudeens'! There are stories in those faces. "Two Centuries of Tall Ships in Waterford".  The book by Andrew Kelly & Bill Irish gives a pictorial record of ships from the Suir to the Blackwater.  The book holds many rare images previously unpublished, some in colour, others in black and white.  Each image is accompanied by a detailed description of the vessel.  Also included is a list of the  Ship Owners, Captains and Seamen of Waterford and Dungavan.  In all there are 143 images contained in well laid out and beautifully designed book.This is a first photographic book on Waterford ships, a number of Dungarvan ships are mentioned, The Eliza O'Keeffe, the Margaret West, The Moresby and the Jameson to name but a few.

]]> ANDY KELLY has been collecting and restoring old photographs of Co Waterford for nearly 50 years & has collaborated with local historians on many publications, incl Shipbuilding in Waterford (2011), A Century of Trade and Enterprise in Waterford & more http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=202011011.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=202011011.mp3 59:43 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Mon, 07 Apr 2025 14:11:36 +0000 Irish fiddle virtuoso Manus McGuire is set to embark on a special tour across Quebec and Ontario this April, joined by three outstanding musicians: Kate Bevan-Baker (fiddle & vocals), Michel Bordeleau (guitar, percussion & vocals) and André Marchand (guit Irish fiddle virtuoso Manus McGuire is set to embark on a special tour across Quebec and Ontario this April, joined by three outstanding musicians: Kate Bevan-Baker (fiddle & vocals), Michel Bordeleau (guitar, percussion & vocals) and André Marchand (guit http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20250407c1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20250407c1.mp3 6:18 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 06 Apr 2025 13:50:00 +0000 Tommy Fegan: we delve into the life and legacy of Thomas D’Arcy McGee, a man who straddled two worlds and left an indelible mark on Irish and Canadian history. Tommy Fegan: we delve into the life and legacy of Thomas D’Arcy McGee, a man who straddled two worlds and left an indelible mark on Irish and Canadian history. http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20250407b1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20250407b1.mp3 13:14 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 06 Apr 2025 13:30:00 +0000 Claudette Commanda, Jason King, Mark Mc Gowan, John Concannon Claudette Commanda, Jason King, Mark Mc Gowan, John Concannon http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20250407a1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20250407a1.mp3 29:37 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 06 Apr 2025 13:00:00 +0000 Dr Jason King is Academic Coordinator of the National Famine Museum. Honouring Indigenous Aid pays tribute to the Anishinaabe, Haudenosaunee, and Wyandotte-Huron First Nations in Canada West (now Ontario) that contributed to Irish Famine relief in 1847. Dr Jason King is Academic Coordinator of the National Famine Museum. Honouring Indigenous Aid pays tribute to the Anishinaabe, Haudenosaunee, and Wyandotte-Huron First Nations in Canada West (now Ontario) that contributed to Irish Famine relief in 1847. http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20250330b1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20250330b1.mp3 13:59 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 30 Mar 2025 13:45:00 +0000 Martin Dillon shines a light on the impact of the Troubles on the lives of women, amplifying voices that have been muted and marginalised by the din of history. Martin Dillon shines a light on the impact of the Troubles on the lives of women, amplifying voices that have been muted and marginalised by the din of history. http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20250330a1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20250330a1.mp3 42:34 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 30 Mar 2025 13:00:00 +0000 Rugadh Padraig Jack O'Flaithearta isteach i clann ceolmhar in Árainn. Mac an amhránaí Barry Ronan agus nia an file Mary O'Malley, tá sé bródúil go mbíonn sé ag scríobh ceol i mBearla agus Gaeilge ar an giotár agus an piano. Rugadh Padraig Jack O'Flaithearta isteach i clann ceolmhar in Árainn. Mac an amhránaí Barry Ronan agus nia an file Mary O'Malley, tá sé bródúil go mbíonn sé ag scríobh ceol i mBearla agus Gaeilge ar an giotár agus an piano. http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20250323c1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20250323c1.mp3 18:21 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 23 Mar 2025 13:40:00 +0000 More than 1.5 million people left Ireland, many ending up in Canada. Among the most vulnerable were nearly 1,700 orphaned children. More than 1.5 million people left Ireland, many ending up in Canada. Among the most vulnerable were nearly 1,700 orphaned children. http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20250323b1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20250323b1.mp3 25:13 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 23 Mar 2025 13:10:00 +0000 Irish Government Minister, Timmy Dooley raised the Irish Flag at Ottawa City Hall on March 17th Irish Government Minister, Timmy Dooley raised the Irish Flag at Ottawa City Hall on March 17th http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20250323a1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20250323a1.mp3 7:42 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 23 Mar 2025 13:00:00 +0000 Compiled by Tommy Fegan, inspired by the shenanigans of Tom Mulligan’s Cobblestone’s Pub Dublin. From the heart of Dublin's traditional music scene comes a collection that'll have you laughing faster than The Dublin Reel! Compiled by Tommy Fegan, inspired by the shenanigans of Tom Mulligan’s Cobblestone’s Pub Dublin. From the heart of Dublin's traditional music scene comes a collection that'll have you laughing faster than The Dublin Reel! http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20250316c1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20250316c1.mp3 22:44 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 16 Mar 2025 13:35:00 +0000 Carole A Logan: Three cousins mysteriously return to their ancestral village in Northern Ireland. There’s mischief, secrets, predictions, and maybe fairies … if you believe in fairies. Carole A Logan: Three cousins mysteriously return to their ancestral village in Northern Ireland. There’s mischief, secrets, predictions, and maybe fairies … if you believe in fairies. http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20250316b1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20250316b1.mp3 14:46 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 16 Mar 2025 13:20:00 +0000 Using published and online primary sources, Melanie uncovers the story of the migration of the Irish to Canada before and during The Great Famine. Using published and online primary sources, Melanie uncovers the story of the migration of the Irish to Canada before and during The Great Famine. http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20250316a1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20250316a1.mp3 20:58 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 16 Mar 2025 13:00:00 +0000 Sue Nally from Kitchener/Waterloo on the happenings surrounding the St Patrick's Festival. Sue Nally from Kitchener/Waterloo on the happenings surrounding the St Patrick's Festival. http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20250309d1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20250309d1.mp3 6:48 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 09 Mar 2025 13:50:00 +0000 Tom O'Neill: Irish Society of the National Capital Region outlined events scheduled to celebrate St Patrick around the area. Tom O'Neill: Irish Society of the National Capital Region outlined events scheduled to celebrate St Patrick around the area. http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20250309c1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20250309c1.mp3 10:47 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 09 Mar 2025 13:40:00 +0000 Aoife Kelleher & Patrick Murray Aoife Kelleher & Patrick Murray http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20250309b1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20250309b1.mp3 12:18 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 09 Mar 2025 13:25:00 +0000 Cecily Gilligan beautifully chronicles her research in Ireland of traditional cures. Most of her work was in the North West area of Sligo/Leitrim. Cecily Gilligan beautifully chronicles her research in Ireland of traditional cures. Most of her work was in the North West area of Sligo/Leitrim. http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20250309a1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20250309a1.mp3 23:34 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 09 Mar 2025 13:00:00 +0000 Padraic Moyles talks about the Canadian tour. Padraic Moyles talks about the Canadian tour. http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20250302e1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20250302e1.mp3 5:34 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 02 Mar 2025 13:50:00 +0000 Sarah Griffin puts out a call for 2025 Applicants to represent Ottawa in Tralee in August 2025. Sarah Griffin puts out a call for 2025 Applicants to represent Ottawa in Tralee in August 2025. http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20250302d1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20250302d1.mp3 12:47 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 02 Mar 2025 13:40:00 +0000 Barry Murphy of Irish acoustic folk-rock band, Hermitage Green at the Vogue Theatre. Barry Murphy of Irish acoustic folk-rock band, Hermitage Green at the Vogue Theatre. http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20250302c1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20250302c1.mp3 5:32 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 02 Mar 2025 13:40:00 +0000 Amy Walsh will host an Irish comedy show headlined by Aaron McCann. Amy Walsh will host an Irish comedy show headlined by Aaron McCann. http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20250302b1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20250302b1.mp3 11:53 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 02 Mar 2025 13:15:00 +0000 This bewitching origin story of the legendary Book of Kells features two additional stories written and illustrated by Tomm Moore. This bewitching origin story of the legendary Book of Kells features two additional stories written and illustrated by Tomm Moore. http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20250302a1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20250302a1.mp3 12:47 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 02 Mar 2025 13:00:00 +0000 Michael Hall is the author of The Untold Story of the O'Sullivan Beare, a book about the history of the O'Sullivan Beare family in the 16th and 17th centuries. Michael Hall is the author of The Untold Story of the O'Sullivan Beare, a book about the history of the O'Sullivan Beare family in the 16th and 17th centuries. http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20250223b1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20250223b1.mp3 25:04 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 23 Feb 2025 13:35:00 +0000 In the final months of World War II, a clandestine group known as The Choir smuggles thousands of escapees out of Nazi-occupied Rome via a secret route known as the Rome Escape Line. When an unidentified airman falls from the sky, In the final months of World War II, a clandestine group known as The Choir smuggles thousands of escapees out of Nazi-occupied Rome via a secret route known as the Rome Escape Line. When an unidentified airman falls from the sky, http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20250223a1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20250223a1.mp3 30:56 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 23 Feb 2025 13:00:00 +0000 Patrick Murray gives a preview of the plans for the upcoming 10th Anniversary Irish Film Festival Ottawa Patrick Murray gives a preview of the plans for the upcoming 10th Anniversary Irish Film Festival Ottawa http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20250216c1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20250216c1.mp3 11:24 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 16 Feb 2025 13:50:00 +0000 Des Kiely is by profession a graphic designer living in Wexford, Ireland. However his passions include history and music Des Kiely is by profession a graphic designer living in Wexford, Ireland. However his passions include history and music http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20250216b1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20250216b1.mp3 20:27 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 16 Feb 2025 13:25:00 +0000 Picnic on Craggy Island is a hugely affectionate and anecdotal account of what lay behind some of those moments of comic genius – so pull on your kagoule, spread out your blanket, unwrap the sandwiches (they’re all egg) and enjoy the picnic… Picnic on Craggy Island is a hugely affectionate and anecdotal account of what lay behind some of those moments of comic genius – so pull on your kagoule, spread out your blanket, unwrap the sandwiches (they’re all egg) and enjoy the picnic… http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20250216a1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20250216a1.mp3 22:38 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 16 Feb 2025 13:00:00 +0000 Niamh O'Brien: Public Relations Officer, HJOyce Association Of Ottawa on the upcoming reading series. Niamh O'Brien: Public Relations Officer, HJOyce Association Of Ottawa on the upcoming reading series. http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20250209c1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20250209c1.mp3 9:01 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 09 Feb 2025 13:45:00 +0000 Mark Purdy talks about his background and aspirations for the future of the Canada Ireland Foundation Mark Purdy talks about his background and aspirations for the future of the Canada Ireland Foundation http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20250209b1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20250209b1.mp3 13:52 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 09 Feb 2025 13:30:00 +0000 Robert Kearns reflects on his time as Chair of the Canada Ireland Foundation Robert Kearns reflects on his time as Chair of the Canada Ireland Foundation http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20250209a1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20250209a1.mp3 28:25 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 09 Feb 2025 13:00:00 +0000 Ann Buckley: Celebrating St Brigit of Kildare in Medieval Ireland and Abroad Ann Buckley: Celebrating St Brigit of Kildare in Medieval Ireland and Abroad http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20250202c1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20250202c1.mp3 11:56 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 02 Feb 2025 13:45:00 +0000 Alexandra McKinnon Research Historian, Directorate of History and Heritage, Department of National Defence on efforts to identify relatives of Private Joseph Patrick Buckley Alexandra McKinnon Research Historian, Directorate of History and Heritage, Department of National Defence on efforts to identify relatives of Private Joseph Patrick Buckley http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20250202b1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20250202b1.mp3 15:59 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 02 Feb 2025 13:30:00 +0000 JJ Hurley from Kinsale Historical & Heritage Society talks about Canadian Soldier’s remains from WW1 may have link to Kinsale JJ Hurley from Kinsale Historical & Heritage Society talks about Canadian Soldier’s remains from WW1 may have link to Kinsale http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20250202a1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20250202a1.mp3 26:15 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 02 Feb 2025 13:00:00 +0000 Sommelier Paul Gault on Irish Whiskey Sommelier Paul Gault on Irish Whiskey http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20250126c1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20250126c1.mp3 7:08 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 26 Jan 2025 13:50:00 +0000 Grant McIlhargey of CCE Ottawa talks about the Popup Gaeltacht Grant McIlhargey of CCE Ottawa talks about the Popup Gaeltacht http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20250126b1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20250126b1.mp3 14:54 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 26 Jan 2025 13:30:00 +0000 Janice McGann Janice McGann http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20250126a1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20250126a1.mp3 29:55 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 26 Jan 2025 13:00:00 +0000 Amanda Slattery outlines plans for the 200 year commemorative events of the Peter Robinson Migration to Canada Amanda Slattery outlines plans for the 200 year commemorative events of the Peter Robinson Migration to Canada http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20250119c1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20250119c1.mp3 14:12 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 19 Jan 2025 13:45:00 +0000 Sebastian Kevany Sebastian Kevany http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20250119b1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20250119b1.mp3 15:05 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 19 Jan 2025 13:30:00 +0000 Cathy Geagan,Irish Consul General to Vancouver and Western Canada provides a review of 2024 Cathy Geagan,Irish Consul General to Vancouver and Western Canada provides a review of 2024 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20250119a1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20250119a1.mp3 29:57 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 19 Jan 2025 13:01:00 +0000 John Concannon has recently been appointed as Ireland’s Ambassador to Canada, Jamaica, The Bahamas, Antigua and Barbuda, and Saint Lucia. His most recent posting was as the Director General of the Global Ireland and Economic Division in DFA John Concannon has recently been appointed as Ireland’s Ambassador to Canada, Jamaica, The Bahamas, Antigua and Barbuda, and Saint Lucia. His most recent posting was as the Director General of the Global Ireland and Economic Division in DFA http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=202501121.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=202501121.mp3 50:07 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 12 Jan 2025 13:00:00 +0000 Ellen Webb talks about 2025 Dry January Festival in Dublin Ellen Webb talks about 2025 Dry January Festival in Dublin http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20250105c1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20250105c1.mp3 11:08 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 05 Jan 2025 13:40:00 +0000 In Conversation with Niamh Dunne at Goderich 2024. Niamh Dunne is an accomplished violin player and singer, who is known for her folk infused fiddle compositions and smoky warm vocal style. In Conversation with Niamh Dunne at Goderich 2024. Niamh Dunne is an accomplished violin player and singer, who is known for her folk infused fiddle compositions and smoky warm vocal style. http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20250105b1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20250105b1.mp3 16:32 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 05 Jan 2025 13:20:00 +0000 Ronan Doyle compiled Wild Atlantic Tunes which is a book which will take the reader through the different traditional music traditions of the counties along the iconic Wild Atlantic Way. Ronan Doyle compiled Wild Atlantic Tunes which is a book which will take the reader through the different traditional music traditions of the counties along the iconic Wild Atlantic Way. http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20250105a1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20250105a1.mp3 15:24 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 05 Jan 2025 13:00:00 +0000 Tony Allen remisinces about 50 years as Foster and Allen Tony Allen remisinces about 50 years as Foster and Allen http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=202412291.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=202412291.mp3 47:34 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 29 Dec 2024 13:00:00 +0000 Emer O'Toole Emer O'Toole http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20241222b1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20241222b1.mp3 30:33 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 22 Dec 2024 13:30:00 +0000 Alexis MacIsaac Alexis MacIsaac http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20241222a1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20241222a1.mp3 27:03 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 22 Dec 2024 13:00:00 +0000 Bill Meulemans presents 28 personal stories written through the eyes of both Irish nationalists and British unionists. Bill Meulemans presents 28 personal stories written through the eyes of both Irish nationalists and British unionists. http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20241215b1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20241215b1.mp3 32:58 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 15 Dec 2024 13:25:00 +0000 John Breslin John Breslin http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20241215a1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20241215a1.mp3 18:34 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 15 Dec 2024 13:00:00 +0000 Margo - The Queen Of Country & Irish Margo - The Queen Of Country & Irish http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20241208b1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20241208b1.mp3 43:29 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 08 Dec 2024 13:10:00 +0000 Frank Cassidy Frank Cassidy http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20241208a1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20241208a1.mp3 7:38 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 08 Dec 2024 13:00:00 +0000 Kerry Mortimer - Outgoing Chairperson Canada GAA Kerry Mortimer - Outgoing Chairperson Canada GAA http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20241201c1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20241201c1.mp3 10:22 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 01 Dec 2024 13:50:00 +0000 Sheila Flanagan: Delegates from the HEA attended CBIE 2024 in Ottawa recently. Sheila Flanagan of Dundalk Institute of Technology talks about the goals and objectives. Sheila Flanagan: Delegates from the HEA attended CBIE 2024 in Ottawa recently. Sheila Flanagan of Dundalk Institute of Technology talks about the goals and objectives. http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20241201b1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20241201b1.mp3 13:25 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 01 Dec 2024 13:35:00 +0000 Catherine Dunne: Her latest novel A Good Enough Mother, is winner of the inaugural European Rapallo Prize for fiction 2023, is already a bestseller in Italy. On release in Ireland it quickly became a bestseller in 2024. Catherine Dunne: Her latest novel A Good Enough Mother, is winner of the inaugural European Rapallo Prize for fiction 2023, is already a bestseller in Italy. On release in Ireland it quickly became a bestseller in 2024. http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20241201a1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20241201a1.mp3 31:08 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 01 Dec 2024 13:00:00 +0000 Leaving Dublin, Ireland where he was born and raised until the age of 22, David got drunk on travel and never quite hit sobriety of it. He has lived and worked in twelve countries and visited over seventy. Leaving Dublin, Ireland where he was born and raised until the age of 22, David got drunk on travel and never quite hit sobriety of it. He has lived and worked in twelve countries and visited over seventy. http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20241124c1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20241124c1.mp3 19:13 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 24 Nov 2024 13:40:00 +0000 Enjoy festive tunes, tales and merriment in The Irish Descendants Christmas 2024 starring multi award-winning Newfoundland folk group, The Irish Descendants with longtime front man Con O’Brien. Enjoy festive tunes, tales and merriment in The Irish Descendants Christmas 2024 starring multi award-winning Newfoundland folk group, The Irish Descendants with longtime front man Con O’Brien. http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20241124b1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20241124b1.mp3 13:21 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 24 Nov 2024 13:25:00 +0000 Matthew Gilsenan talks about The Celtic Tenors at 25. About to embark on a Christmas tour of Nth America. Matthew Gilsenan talks about The Celtic Tenors at 25. About to embark on a Christmas tour of Nth America. http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20241124a1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20241124a1.mp3 11:28 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 24 Nov 2024 13:00:00 +0000 The Purposeful Decision Maker presents Pádraig Ó Céidigh’s groundbreaking and holistic approach to decision-making in life and business. The Purposeful Decision Maker presents Pádraig Ó Céidigh’s groundbreaking and holistic approach to decision-making in life and business. http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20241117a1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20241117a1.mp3 55:16 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 17 Nov 2024 13:00:00 +0000 Mattie Lennon pays tribute to his father Mattie Lennon pays tribute to his father http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20241110c1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20241110c1.mp3 9:50 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 10 Nov 2024 13:50:00 +0000 In this love story for the ages—lyrical, profane, and propulsive—Kevin Barry has once again demonstrated himself to be a master stylist, an unrivalled humourist, and a true poet of the human heart. In this love story for the ages—lyrical, profane, and propulsive—Kevin Barry has once again demonstrated himself to be a master stylist, an unrivalled humourist, and a true poet of the human heart. http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20241110b1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20241110b1.mp3 28:41 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 10 Nov 2024 13:20:00 +0000 Niall Williams: From the author of This Is Happiness, a compassionate, life-affirming novel about the Christmas season that transforms the small Irish town of Faha. Niall Williams: From the author of This Is Happiness, a compassionate, life-affirming novel about the Christmas season that transforms the small Irish town of Faha. http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20241110a1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20241110a1.mp3 20:23 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 10 Nov 2024 13:00:00 +0000 James Vincent McMorrow is an Irish singer, songwriter, and musician. As of 2024, he has released seven studio albums, three EPs, and numerous singles. James Vincent McMorrow is an Irish singer, songwriter, and musician. As of 2024, he has released seven studio albums, three EPs, and numerous singles. http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20241103c1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20241103c1.mp3 30:39 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 03 Nov 2024 12:30:00 +0000 Patrick Murray provides a review of Verdigris, screening at the EU Film Fest this month. Thurs, Nov 21 • 6:30 pm Ottawa Wed Nov 27 6:00pm Toronto Patrick Murray provides a review of Verdigris, screening at the EU Film Fest this month. Thurs, Nov 21 • 6:30 pm Ottawa Wed Nov 27 6:00pm Toronto http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20241103b1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20241103b1.mp3 11:45 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 03 Nov 2024 12:20:00 +0000 The winner of the Robinson Emerging Artist Showcase at Goderich Celtic Roots Festival 2024 was Appoline -- a dynamic neo-trad folk trio from Australia. The winner of the Robinson Emerging Artist Showcase at Goderich Celtic Roots Festival 2024 was Appoline -- a dynamic neo-trad folk trio from Australia. http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20241103a1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20241103a1.mp3 12:29 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 03 Nov 2024 12:00:00 +0000 Sina Theil is a German born, Irish based multi-instrumentalist Sina Theil is a German born, Irish based multi-instrumentalist http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20241027b1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20241027b1.mp3 24:14 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 27 Oct 2024 12:30:00 +0000 Fiárock is a 4-piece Irish traditional band that tells a story steeped in sound. Hailing from both sides of the Atlantic, the quartet masterfully treads the line of staying true to the tradition while embracing the diversity of influences from each member Fiárock is a 4-piece Irish traditional band that tells a story steeped in sound. Hailing from both sides of the Atlantic, the quartet masterfully treads the line of staying true to the tradition while embracing the diversity of influences from each member http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20241027a1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20241027a1.mp3 25:59 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 27 Oct 2024 12:00:00 +0000 Roddy Doyle Roddy Doyle http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20241020b1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20241020b1.mp3 29:47 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 20 Oct 2024 12:20:00 +0000 Aoife Ní Bhriain violinist Aoife Ní Bhriain violinist http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20241020a1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20241020a1.mp3 15:53 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 20 Oct 2024 12:00:00 +0000 William Roulston: Martin McDowell: Claire Bradley: John Grenham: Natalie Bodle: Austin Bovinizer William Roulston: Martin McDowell: Claire Bradley: John Grenham: Natalie Bodle: Austin Bovinizer http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=202410131.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=202410131.mp3 59:56 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 13 Oct 2024 12:00:00 +0000 In conversation with Rory Makem at Goderich Celtic Roots Festival In conversation with Rory Makem at Goderich Celtic Roots Festival http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20241006c1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20241006c1.mp3 12:14 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 06 Oct 2024 12:45:00 +0000 Konrad & Katherine Jay Tell how they came to be the owners and guardians of Mount Usher House and Gardens. Konrad & Katherine Jay Tell how they came to be the owners and guardians of Mount Usher House and Gardens. http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20241006b1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20241006b1.mp3 25:06 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 06 Oct 2024 12:15:00 +0000 Grainne Goff has worked at the Eccles Hotel for 31 Years and recounts some of the history and highlights Grainne Goff has worked at the Eccles Hotel for 31 Years and recounts some of the history and highlights http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20241006a1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20241006a1.mp3 18:37 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 06 Oct 2024 12:00:00 +0000 Terri Kearney Terri Kearney http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20240929c1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20240929c1.mp3 10:43 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 29 Sep 2024 12:45:00 +0000 Margaret Murphy Margaret Murphy http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20240929b1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20240929b1.mp3 18:07 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 29 Sep 2024 12:30:00 +0000 Terri Kearney Terri Kearney http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20240929a1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20240929a1.mp3 22:43 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 29 Sep 2024 12:00:00 +0000 Fionn Cox Co -Founder Fionn Cox Co -Founder http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20240922b1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20240922b1.mp3 14:23 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 22 Sep 2024 12:45:00 +0000 David McWilliams is an economist, author, podcaster, journalist, documentarian and broadcaster. He is the founder of the world’s only economics and stand-up comedy festival Kilkenomics David McWilliams is an economist, author, podcaster, journalist, documentarian and broadcaster. He is the founder of the world’s only economics and stand-up comedy festival Kilkenomics http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20240922a1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20240922a1.mp3 28:27 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 22 Sep 2024 12:00:00 +0000 Hailing from County Tyrone, The Whistlin’ Donkeys have been performing together since 2011 and have gained a strong following in Ireland and around the world and start a Canadian Tour in October Hailing from County Tyrone, The Whistlin’ Donkeys have been performing together since 2011 and have gained a strong following in Ireland and around the world and start a Canadian Tour in October http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20240915c1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20240915c1.mp3 10:15 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 15 Sep 2024 12:45:00 +0000 Benny McCarthy talks about the upcoming Miscellany of Folk tour of Canada Benny McCarthy talks about the upcoming Miscellany of Folk tour of Canada http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20240915b1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20240915b1.mp3 26:23 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 15 Sep 2024 12:15:00 +0000 In Conversation with Karan Casey at Goderich Celtic Roots Festival 2024 In Conversation with Karan Casey at Goderich Celtic Roots Festival 2024 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20240915a1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20240915a1.mp3 10:04 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 15 Sep 2024 12:00:00 +0000 John Mulhall: From Terror to Valor: Echoes and Shadows is a fictional novel about those who have fought in the global war on terror. John Mulhall: From Terror to Valor: Echoes and Shadows is a fictional novel about those who have fought in the global war on terror. http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20240908b1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20240908b1.mp3 26:38 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 08 Sep 2024 12:30:00 +0000 Martha Kelly & Mary Murray recount their recent walk along the Royal Canal - Irish Famine Way Martha Kelly & Mary Murray recount their recent walk along the Royal Canal - Irish Famine Way http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20240908a1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20240908a1.mp3 30:38 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 08 Sep 2024 12:00:00 +0000 Gerry Roberts Singer/Songwriter Gerry Roberts at the Mirimichi Irish Festival. Originally from Belfast, Gerry recounts his arrival in Canada 50 years ago and his musical journey. Foster and Allen recorded "Once Upon A Time" which Gerry wrote. 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This exciting two-day event will showcase the best of Gaelic sports http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20240901b1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20240901b1.mp3 24:35 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 01 Sep 2024 12:20:00 +0000 Daniel O’Donnell’s remarkable career has moved on to a new level with his success as a TV presenter, just another facet to his ever-expanding list of entertainment achievements. 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A sculpture honoring the relationship between the Choctaw Nation and the people of Ireland will soon be erected on the Choctaw Capitol grounds in Tuskahoma, Oklahoma. http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20240825b1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20240825b1.mp3 32:18 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 25 Aug 2024 12:20:00 +0000 Cheryl Prashker provides a review and update of the 2024 Celtic Roots College. Cheryl Prashker provides a review and update of the 2024 Celtic Roots College. http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20240825a1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20240825a1.mp3 15:56 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 25 Aug 2024 12:00:00 +0000 Tammy Snook Newfoundland Labrador Rose of Tralee 2024 Tammy Snook Newfoundland Labrador Rose of Tralee 2024 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20240818c1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20240818c1.mp3 12:04 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 18 Aug 2024 12:45:00 +0000 Maureen Mulvey O'Leary - Irish Person of the Year Toronto 2024 Maureen Mulvey O'Leary - Irish Person of the Year Toronto 2024 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20240818b1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20240818b1.mp3 25:08 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 18 Aug 2024 12:20:00 +0000 Professor Colin Harvey is Professor of Human Rights Law in the School of Law, Queen’s University Belfast Professor Colin Harvey is Professor of Human Rights Law in the School of Law, Queen’s University Belfast http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20240818a1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20240818a1.mp3 14:53 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 18 Aug 2024 12:00:00 +0000 Monica is a Northern Irish academic, peace activist, human rights defender & former politician. In 1996, she co-founded the NI Women’s Coalition political party & was elected as a delegate at the Multi-Party Peace Negotiations Monica is a Northern Irish academic, peace activist, human rights defender & former politician. In 1996, she co-founded the NI Women’s Coalition political party & was elected as a delegate at the Multi-Party Peace Negotiations http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20240811e1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20240811e1.mp3 13:43 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 11 Aug 2024 12:45:00 +0000 Turlough O’Donnell SC, Mediator is a barrister and fellow of the International Academy of Trial Lawyers. He was elected to the General Council of the Bar of Ireland in 2004 and from 2004 to 2006 chaired the Arbitration and ADR Committee of the Bar Council Turlough O’Donnell SC, Mediator is a barrister and fellow of the International Academy of Trial Lawyers. He was elected to the General Council of the Bar of Ireland in 2004 and from 2004 to 2006 chaired the Arbitration and ADR Committee of the Bar Council http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20240811d1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20240811d1.mp3 13:57 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 11 Aug 2024 12:35:00 +0000 Bronagh Hinds CBE is a women's rights advocate from Northern Ireland. She was a participant in the Good Friday Agreement negotiations for the Women's Coalition & was the Deputy Chief Commissioner of the Equality Commission for NI. Bronagh Hinds CBE is a women's rights advocate from Northern Ireland. She was a participant in the Good Friday Agreement negotiations for the Women's Coalition & was the Deputy Chief Commissioner of the Equality Commission for NI. http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20240811c1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20240811c1.mp3 11:03 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 11 Aug 2024 12:20:00 +0000 Alyson studied law at Queens Belfast, the Inns of Court School of Law London & the College of Europe Bruges. She was called to the Bar of England & Wales in 1992.In Sept 2021, she was appointed Chief Commissioner to the NI Human Rights Commission. Alyson studied law at Queens Belfast, the Inns of Court School of Law London & the College of Europe Bruges. She was called to the Bar of England & Wales in 1992.In Sept 2021, she was appointed Chief Commissioner to the NI Human Rights Commission. http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20240811b1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20240811b1.mp3 10:25 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 11 Aug 2024 12:10:00 +0000 David Wilson is professor of Celtic Studies and history at the University of Toronto, author of a two-volume biography of D'Arcy McGee and, most recently, of Canadian Spy Story: Canadian Revolutionaries and the Secret Police; David Wilson is professor of Celtic Studies and history at the University of Toronto, author of a two-volume biography of D'Arcy McGee and, most recently, of Canadian Spy Story: Canadian Revolutionaries and the Secret Police; http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20240811a1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20240811a1.mp3 10:22 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 11 Aug 2024 12:00:00 +0000 Jordan McNally Kelly & Enda Gallery: Under his moniker Strange Boy, combines hip-hop with elements of Irish traditional music. The Caherdavin native is often described as a '1000-year-old poet', reincarnated in the body of a young man. Jordan McNally Kelly & Enda Gallery: Under his moniker Strange Boy, combines hip-hop with elements of Irish traditional music. The Caherdavin native is often described as a '1000-year-old poet', reincarnated in the body of a young man. http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20240804b1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20240804b1.mp3 24:20 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 04 Aug 2024 12:30:00 +0000 The Mahones are well regarded amongst Irish punk fans and recognized indeed as pioneers of the scene. Formed in 1990 on St. Patrick’s Day in Kingston, Ontario as a band for a one-off show. The Mahones are well regarded amongst Irish punk fans and recognized indeed as pioneers of the scene. Formed in 1990 on St. Patrick’s Day in Kingston, Ontario as a band for a one-off show. http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20240804a1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20240804a1.mp3 22:43 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 04 Aug 2024 12:00:00 +0000 Eddie Bohan is a Broadcast Historian specializing in the history of Irish pirate radio. He is the curator of the Irish Pirate Radio Exhibition and helped to create the Irish Pirate Radio Archive at Dublin City University Eddie Bohan is a Broadcast Historian specializing in the history of Irish pirate radio. He is the curator of the Irish Pirate Radio Exhibition and helped to create the Irish Pirate Radio Archive at Dublin City University http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20231008a1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20231008a1.mp3 41:40 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Tue, 30 Jul 2024 12:11:50 +0000 Con O'Brien of The Irish Descendants at Miramichi Irish Festival 2024 Con O'Brien of The Irish Descendants at Miramichi Irish Festival 2024 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20240728b1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20240728b1.mp3 24:49 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 28 Jul 2024 12:25:00 +0000 Patrick Murray, Exec Dir of Irish Film Festival Ottawa attended the Galway Film Fleadh and provides a report on the movies that were screened and what he hopes to include in the Ottawa 2025 Festival. Patrick Murray, Exec Dir of Irish Film Festival Ottawa attended the Galway Film Fleadh and provides a report on the movies that were screened and what he hopes to include in the Ottawa 2025 Festival. http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20240728a1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20240728a1.mp3 23:59 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 28 Jul 2024 12:00:00 +0000 Farrell McCarthy tells the history of the island. In 1847, the peak year of the Great Potato Famine in Ireland Farrell McCarthy tells the history of the island. In 1847, the peak year of the Great Potato Famine in Ireland http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20240721a1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20240721a1.mp3 58:31 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 21 Jul 2024 12:00:00 +0000 Abigail Pryde of Heron Valley talks about the groups music while attending Folk Alliance International 2024 Abigail Pryde of Heron Valley talks about the groups music while attending Folk Alliance International 2024 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20240714b1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20240714b1.mp3 16:02 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 14 Jul 2024 12:40:00 +0000 James Maloney MP hosted a farewell celebration for departing Ambassador Eamonn McKee. Parliamentarians, Diplomats and representatives of the Irish community gathered to honour the Ambassador and his wife Mary McGillis-McKee James Maloney MP hosted a farewell celebration for departing Ambassador Eamonn McKee. Parliamentarians, Diplomats and representatives of the Irish community gathered to honour the Ambassador and his wife Mary McGillis-McKee http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20240714a1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20240714a1.mp3 41:01 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 14 Jul 2024 12:00:00 +0000 Dawn Beaton - Artistic Director, Celtic Colours Dawn Beaton - Artistic Director, Celtic Colours http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20240707b1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20240707b1.mp3 10:17 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 07 Jul 2024 12:45:00 +0000 The Irish author, emigrant and ultrarunner is running in memory of the 100,000 Irish immigrants who fled to Canada in the Great Famine The Irish author, emigrant and ultrarunner is running in memory of the 100,000 Irish immigrants who fled to Canada in the Great Famine http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20240707a1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20240707a1.mp3 38:53 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 07 Jul 2024 12:00:00 +0000 Declan O'Sullivan - Niagara Irish Festival Aug 23-24 Declan O'Sullivan - Niagara Irish Festival Aug 23-24 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20240630e1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20240630e1.mp3 10:12 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 30 Jun 2024 12:50:00 +0000 Cheryl Prashker, Artistic Director Goderich Celtic Roots Festival Aug 5-9 Cheryl Prashker, Artistic Director Goderich Celtic Roots Festival Aug 5-9 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20240630d1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20240630d1.mp3 9:03 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 30 Jun 2024 12:35:00 +0000 Karen Howe - President Miramichi Irish Festival July 18-21 Karen Howe - President Miramichi Irish Festival July 18-21 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20240630c1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20240630c1.mp3 6:33 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 30 Jun 2024 12:25:00 +0000 Joe Campbell-McArdle & Myles McCormack Joe Campbell-McArdle & Myles McCormack http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20240630b1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20240630b1.mp3 11:11 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 30 Jun 2024 12:10:00 +0000 Kristina Skeries, Artistic Director Almonte Celtfest July 5-7 Kristina Skeries, Artistic Director Almonte Celtfest July 5-7 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20240630a1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20240630a1.mp3 7:31 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 30 Jun 2024 12:00:00 +0000 Harry Lawlor, Andy Dempsey at Folk Alliance in Kansas Harry Lawlor, Andy Dempsey at Folk Alliance in Kansas http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20240623b1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20240623b1.mp3 15:40 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 23 Jun 2024 12:40:00 +0000 Kevin Mallon has been the Musical Director and Conductor at Ottawa's 13 Strings since 2010 and has decided to pass on the baton. Kevin Mallon has been the Musical Director and Conductor at Ottawa's 13 Strings since 2010 and has decided to pass on the baton. http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20240623a1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20240623a1.mp3 36:56 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 23 Jun 2024 12:00:00 +0000 Brendan Flynn, Eddie Reynolds Brendan Flynn, Eddie Reynolds http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20240616c1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20240616c1.mp3 15:48 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 16 Jun 2024 12:40:00 +0000 Kevin Toolis Kevin Toolis http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20240616b1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20240616b1.mp3 23:35 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 16 Jun 2024 12:20:00 +0000 Eoin Warner: Ireland was a hidden gem; situated at the remote edge of the world, facing the vast Atlantic Ocean. Ireland’s Wild Islands Eoin Warner: Ireland was a hidden gem; situated at the remote edge of the world, facing the vast Atlantic Ocean. Ireland’s Wild Islands http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20240616a1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20240616a1.mp3 20:31 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 16 Jun 2024 12:00:00 +0000 Gráinne collaborates with guitarist Brendan Walsh, exploring folk, classical, & traditional music – “Songs From Ireland” was released in 2019. Gráinne is part of the folk duo Hibsen with Jim Murphy on an album of songs based on James Joyce’s “Dubliners” Gráinne collaborates with guitarist Brendan Walsh, exploring folk, classical, & traditional music – “Songs From Ireland” was released in 2019. Gráinne is part of the folk duo Hibsen with Jim Murphy on an album of songs based on James Joyce’s “Dubliners” http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20240609b1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20240609b1.mp3 25:09 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 09 Jun 2024 12:30:00 +0000 Declan Gorman Welcome O Joyce, a staged reading by Declan Gorman of a new performance to mark 100 years since the first appearance in print of an extract from Finnegans Wake. Declan Gorman Welcome O Joyce, a staged reading by Declan Gorman of a new performance to mark 100 years since the first appearance in print of an extract from Finnegans Wake. http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20240609a1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20240609a1.mp3 27:45 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 09 Jun 2024 12:00:00 +0000 El Pony Pisador at Folk Alliance International El Pony Pisador at Folk Alliance International http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20240602c1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20240602c1.mp3 14:19 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 02 Jun 2024 12:40:00 +0000 Patrick Stefan & Jayne Pomplas Patrick Stefan & Jayne Pomplas http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20240602b1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20240602b1.mp3 24:29 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 02 Jun 2024 12:15:00 +0000 Lucia Guzikowski: Crosscare Irish Diaspora Support Project is hosting a unique virtual conference on how best to support Irish emigrants returning home. Lucia Guzikowski: Crosscare Irish Diaspora Support Project is hosting a unique virtual conference on how best to support Irish emigrants returning home. http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20240602a1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20240602a1.mp3 13:27 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 02 Jun 2024 12:00:00 +0000 Emma Smith Emma Smith http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20240526c1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20240526c1.mp3 5:47 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 26 May 2024 12:40:00 +0000 Eamonn McKee Eamonn McKee http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20240526d1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20240526d1.mp3 12:56 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 26 May 2024 12:40:00 +0000 Nancy Smyth Nancy Smyth http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20240526b1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20240526b1.mp3 33:08 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 26 May 2024 12:10:00 +0000 Caroilin Callery Caroilin Callery http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20240526a1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20240526a1.mp3 7:57 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 26 May 2024 12:00:00 +0000 Eamonn McKee talks about the initiative to establish The Global Famine Way Eamonn McKee talks about the initiative to establish The Global Famine Way http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20240519c1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20240519c1.mp3 22:09 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 19 May 2024 12:35:00 +0000 Jerry Cowley, Karen McHugh Jerry Cowley, Karen McHugh http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20240519b1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20240519b1.mp3 24:16 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 19 May 2024 12:15:00 +0000 Peter Malone, Jimmy Fullam Peter Malone, Jimmy Fullam http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20240519a1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20240519a1.mp3 9:23 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 19 May 2024 12:00:00 +0000 Choreographer Oona Doherty talks about her work. Choreographer Oona Doherty talks about her work. http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20240512b1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20240512b1.mp3 20:56 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 12 May 2024 12:40:00 +0000 Women of Note in association with Tradfest Temple Bar is curated & presented by Aoife Scott. A celebration of female artists that come from diverse backgrounds & culture while highlighting the rich talent of Irish trad & folk performers Women of Note in association with Tradfest Temple Bar is curated & presented by Aoife Scott. A celebration of female artists that come from diverse backgrounds & culture while highlighting the rich talent of Irish trad & folk performers http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20240512a1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20240512a1.mp3 33:23 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 12 May 2024 12:00:00 +0000 Irish folk duo Laytha, cousins Niamh Carney & Philana Nolan Irish folk duo Laytha, cousins Niamh Carney & Philana Nolan http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20240505b1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20240505b1.mp3 11:38 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 05 May 2024 12:45:00 +0000 Loreena McKennitt released The Road Back Home on March 8, 2024 via Quinlan Road/UME. Described as an homage to what feels like simpler times, the album was recorded in Summer 2023 while Loreena was performing at four folk festivals in southern Ontario. Loreena McKennitt released The Road Back Home on March 8, 2024 via Quinlan Road/UME. Described as an homage to what feels like simpler times, the album was recorded in Summer 2023 while Loreena was performing at four folk festivals in southern Ontario. http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20240505a1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20240505a1.mp3 33:13 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 05 May 2024 12:00:00 +0000 Fred Morrison Scottish Uileann & Bag Piper Fred Morrison Scottish Uileann & Bag Piper http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20240428c1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20240428c1.mp3 18:38 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 28 Apr 2024 12:40:00 +0000 Tommy Fegan Free Spirits of The Road Tommy Fegan Free Spirits of The Road http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20240428b1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20240428b1.mp3 22:11 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 28 Apr 2024 12:20:00 +0000 Rosie Fuller The Banff Mountain Film Festival World Tour UK/Ireland Rosie Fuller The Banff Mountain Film Festival World Tour UK/Ireland http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20240428a1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20240428a1.mp3 15:59 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 28 Apr 2024 12:00:00 +0000 Ensemble Sangineto's main purpose focuses on the melding of Italian folk tunes with an international modern flavor, in the perspective of a continuity and renovation of the Italian folk music drawing on other European countries' traditions Ensemble Sangineto's main purpose focuses on the melding of Italian folk tunes with an international modern flavor, in the perspective of a continuity and renovation of the Italian folk music drawing on other European countries' traditions http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20240421c1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20240421c1.mp3 10:03 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 21 Apr 2024 12:40:00 +0000 Siobhan Miller is a Scottish folk singer and the only four-time winner of Best Singer at the Scots Trad Music Awards. She also won the Best Traditional Track at the 2018 BBC Radio 2 Folk Awards and has frequently performed at Celtic Connections. Siobhan Miller is a Scottish folk singer and the only four-time winner of Best Singer at the Scots Trad Music Awards. She also won the Best Traditional Track at the 2018 BBC Radio 2 Folk Awards and has frequently performed at Celtic Connections. http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20240421b1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20240421b1.mp3 7:28 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 21 Apr 2024 12:25:00 +0000 Xanthe Alexis Xanthe Alexis http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20240421a1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20240421a1.mp3 30:19 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 21 Apr 2024 12:00:00 +0000 Claudette Commanda; Mark McGowan; Eamonn McKee; Nathan Brinklow, Eleanor McGrath Gratitude: Honouring Anishinaabe, Haudenosaunee & Wendat Irish Famine Aid Claudette Commanda; Mark McGowan; Eamonn McKee; Nathan Brinklow, Eleanor McGrath Gratitude: Honouring Anishinaabe, Haudenosaunee & Wendat Irish Famine Aid http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=202404141.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=202404141.mp3 59:44 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 14 Apr 2024 12:00:00 +0000 Patrick Murray, Exec Dir of IFFO provides a wrap up summary for the upcoming festival. Patrick Murray, Exec Dir of IFFO provides a wrap up summary for the upcoming festival. http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20240407c1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20240407c1.mp3 9:42 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 07 Apr 2024 13:50:00 +0000 Clair Wills’s investigation leads her back to the discovery that nearly thirty years ago a cousin of hers had been born in one of the Homes and her existence had been covered up. Clair Wills’s investigation leads her back to the discovery that nearly thirty years ago a cousin of hers had been born in one of the Homes and her existence had been covered up. http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20240407b1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20240407b1.mp3 23:30 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 07 Apr 2024 13:30:00 +0000 Plentiful Country The Great Potato Famine and the Making of Irish New York by Tyler Anbinder Plentiful Country The Great Potato Famine and the Making of Irish New York by Tyler Anbinder http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20240407a1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20240407a1.mp3 22:45 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 07 Apr 2024 13:00:00 +0000 Culture Ireland supported six Irish Artists traveling to Kansas City, Missouri, to participate as Official Showcase Artists at Folk Alliance International which took place from 21 – 25 February 2024! Culture Ireland supported six Irish Artists traveling to Kansas City, Missouri, to participate as Official Showcase Artists at Folk Alliance International which took place from 21 – 25 February 2024! http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20240331b1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20240331b1.mp3 24:38 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 31 Mar 2024 13:40:00 +0000 Filmed on location in Dublin & Kildare, the film tells the tale of a troupe of failed clowns and an ambitious reporter who embark on a chaotic adventure Filmed on location in Dublin & Kildare, the film tells the tale of a troupe of failed clowns and an ambitious reporter who embark on a chaotic adventure http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20240331a1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20240331a1.mp3 17:54 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 31 Mar 2024 13:05:00 +0000 A reluctant retiree struggles in a controlling marriage until an unlikely friendship with an abandoned teen teaches her to live life on her terms, no matter the A reluctant retiree struggles in a controlling marriage until an unlikely friendship with an abandoned teen teaches her to live life on her terms, no matter the http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20240324c1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20240324c1.mp3 9:57 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 24 Mar 2024 12:45:00 +0000 On January 31, 1984, Ann awakens to realize that she is going to have a baby. Having left the house early, Ann scurries around to find somewhere to hide, lost and frightened. On January 31, 1984, Ann awakens to realize that she is going to have a baby. Having left the house early, Ann scurries around to find somewhere to hide, lost and frightened. http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20240324b1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20240324b1.mp3 18:20 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 24 Mar 2024 12:35:00 +0000 In 1973 Thomas Niedermayer, a German businessman living in Belfast, was kidnapped from his home and disappeared. His family and friends never saw him alive again. He became one of Northern Ireland's "disappeared". His fate was unknown. In 1973 Thomas Niedermayer, a German businessman living in Belfast, was kidnapped from his home and disappeared. His family and friends never saw him alive again. He became one of Northern Ireland's "disappeared". His fate was unknown. http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20240324a1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20240324a1.mp3 27:38 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 24 Mar 2024 12:00:00 +0000 Finnegan's Wake. Part 2, written by James Joyce | read by Richard Harte | directed by Adam Seelig | filmed live in Toronto at Noonan’s Irish Pub and environs | From 2023-2029, one little goat will film all 17 chapters (30 hours) of Joyce’s Finnegans wake Finnegan's Wake. Part 2, written by James Joyce | read by Richard Harte | directed by Adam Seelig | filmed live in Toronto at Noonan’s Irish Pub and environs | From 2023-2029, one little goat will film all 17 chapters (30 hours) of Joyce’s Finnegans wake http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20240317c1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20240317c1.mp3 15:09 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 17 Mar 2024 12:40:00 +0000 John Carlin is the director of the award-winning film 'Lie of the Land" which won "Best Irish First Feature" at the Galway Film Fleadh 2023. John Carlin is the director of the award-winning film 'Lie of the Land" which won "Best Irish First Feature" at the Galway Film Fleadh 2023. http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20240317b1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20240317b1.mp3 17:04 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 17 Mar 2024 12:20:00 +0000 Fergus O'Byrne formerly of Ryan's Fancy talks about the recording of a live concert in St John's Mar 17th 2001 Fergus O'Byrne formerly of Ryan's Fancy talks about the recording of a live concert in St John's Mar 17th 2001 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20240317a1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20240317a1.mp3 20:07 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 17 Mar 2024 12:00:00 +0000 Dani Larkin is embarking on her first Canadian Tour visiting Vancouver, Toronto, Ottawa & Montreal Dani Larkin is embarking on her first Canadian Tour visiting Vancouver, Toronto, Ottawa & Montreal http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20240310b1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20240310b1.mp3 23:44 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 10 Mar 2024 12:35:00 +0000 Tracey Dixon, Patrick Murray, Helen Walsh, Rosemary O'Brien, Catching up on a variety of events celebrating Irish Heritage Month. Tracey Dixon, Patrick Murray, Helen Walsh, Rosemary O'Brien, Catching up on a variety of events celebrating Irish Heritage Month. http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20240310a1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20240310a1.mp3 34:30 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 10 Mar 2024 12:00:00 +0000 Craig Hamm, Chair of Irish Communities of Ottawa highlights some of the March events. Full details at www.irishottawa.ca Craig Hamm, Chair of Irish Communities of Ottawa highlights some of the March events. Full details at www.irishottawa.ca http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20240303c1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20240303c1.mp3 9:09 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 03 Mar 2024 13:50:00 +0000 Joanie Madden talks about the Cherish the Ladies upcoming tour of Ontario Joanie Madden talks about the Cherish the Ladies upcoming tour of Ontario http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20240303b1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20240303b1.mp3 14:45 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 03 Mar 2024 13:25:00 +0000 Leon Diop & Brianna Fitzsimons: This landmark publication in Irish history is a celebration of Black Irish identity. Featuring profiles of Black Irish public figures from the worlds of pop culture, politics, sport, business & the arts. Leon Diop & Brianna Fitzsimons: This landmark publication in Irish history is a celebration of Black Irish identity. Featuring profiles of Black Irish public figures from the worlds of pop culture, politics, sport, business & the arts. http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20240303a1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20240303a1.mp3 20:34 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 03 Mar 2024 13:00:00 +0000 Jess Murray Vancouver Celtic Fest & & Johnny Byrne, Chasing Abbey Jess Murray Vancouver Celtic Fest & & Johnny Byrne, Chasing Abbey http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20240225c1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20240225c1.mp3 16:23 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 25 Feb 2024 13:40:00 +0000 Katie Young, Night Culture in Ireland and the Irish Diaspora Katie Young, Night Culture in Ireland and the Irish Diaspora http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20240225b1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20240225b1.mp3 15:50 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 25 Feb 2024 13:20:00 +0000 Declan Curran - Writer, Director, Actror, DEAR IMELDA Declan Curran - Writer, Director, Actror, DEAR IMELDA http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20240225a1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20240225a1.mp3 14:09 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 25 Feb 2024 13:00:00 +0000 Joy Browne, Elaine Whoriskey, Eoin Leonard Joy Browne, Elaine Whoriskey, Eoin Leonard http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=donegal_diaspora.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=donegal_diaspora.mp3 31:51 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 18 Feb 2024 13:25:00 +0000 Kerry Mortimer incoming Chairperson of Canada GAA Kerry Mortimer incoming Chairperson of Canada GAA http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=the_gaa_in_canada.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=the_gaa_in_canada.mp3 22:35 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 18 Feb 2024 13:00:00 +0000 Emily Magner Hurley is a composer, performer, coloratura soprano, songwriter and orchestrator from Cork. She released her debut solo piano album Airs & Graces making its debut on Culture Night 2020 Emily Magner Hurley is a composer, performer, coloratura soprano, songwriter and orchestrator from Cork. She released her debut solo piano album Airs & Graces making its debut on Culture Night 2020 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20240211b1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20240211b1.mp3 13:51 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 11 Feb 2024 13:40:00 +0000 Castles & Ruins is inspired by a summer Rue Matthiessen spent in Galway, with her husband and son. Castles & Ruins is inspired by a summer Rue Matthiessen spent in Galway, with her husband and son. http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20240211a1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20240211a1.mp3 38:50 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 11 Feb 2024 13:00:00 +0000 Andrew Kenny: Author Debut Novel -- The Head of the Raven A dead girl’s words haunt a detective’s broken life as he struggles to find her killer. Andrew Kenny: Author Debut Novel -- The Head of the Raven A dead girl’s words haunt a detective’s broken life as he struggles to find her killer. http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20240204b1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20240204b1.mp3 22:28 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 04 Feb 2024 13:40:00 +0000 Fishing in Irish Waters: A Blow-in’s Tale is the 3rd in the Cornish Fisherman’s Diaries series by Trevor Simpson. The 1st volume, Diary of a Cornish Fisherman: Newquay, 1962-1967 was published in 2014, followed by A Cornish Fisherman’s Irish Diary in 2014 Fishing in Irish Waters: A Blow-in’s Tale is the 3rd in the Cornish Fisherman’s Diaries series by Trevor Simpson. The 1st volume, Diary of a Cornish Fisherman: Newquay, 1962-1967 was published in 2014, followed by A Cornish Fisherman’s Irish Diary in 2014 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20240204a1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20240204a1.mp3 35:51 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 04 Feb 2024 13:00:00 +0000 Pamela de Brí Pamela de Brí http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20240128b1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20240128b1.mp3 18:29 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 28 Jan 2024 13:40:00 +0000 Geraldine Moore talks about the celebrations for Brigid 1500 Geraldine Moore talks about the celebrations for Brigid 1500 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20240128a1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20240128a1.mp3 21:19 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 28 Jan 2024 13:10:00 +0000 Raven Kanatakta of Canadian, Digging Roots at Your Roots are Showing Festival in Dundalk Ireland. Raven Kanatakta of Canadian, Digging Roots at Your Roots are Showing Festival in Dundalk Ireland. http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20240121b1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20240121b1.mp3 14:41 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 21 Jan 2024 13:40:00 +0000 Brendan Kennedy maintains the Facebook Page - Singing Circles Ireland, Gathering spot for anyone interested in sharing information about Traditional/Folk Singing Circle activities/events in Ireland. Brendan Kennedy maintains the Facebook Page - Singing Circles Ireland, Gathering spot for anyone interested in sharing information about Traditional/Folk Singing Circle activities/events in Ireland. http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20210121a1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20210121a1.mp3 36:14 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 21 Jan 2024 13:00:00 +0000 Tara Dunphy & Lindsay Schlindler are Maggie's Wake and talk about their musical lives Tara Dunphy & Lindsay Schlindler are Maggie's Wake and talk about their musical lives http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20240114b1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20240114b1.mp3 15:48 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 14 Jan 2024 13:40:00 +0000 Irish Ambassodor to Canada, Eamonn McKee reviews 2023 Irish Ambassodor to Canada, Eamonn McKee reviews 2023 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20240114a1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20240114a1.mp3 40:01 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 14 Jan 2024 13:00:00 +0000 David Maguire: David Maguire hails from Ballinasloe in Co. Galway, Ireland. He has been recording music for many years and is also a prolific songwriter. David Maguire: David Maguire hails from Ballinasloe in Co. Galway, Ireland. He has been recording music for many years and is also a prolific songwriter. http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20240106c1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20240106c1.mp3 9:38 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 07 Jan 2024 13:50:00 +0000 In this his third book, Ciaran writes candidly about events in RTE since he left, the urgent strategic public policy required to save the regions outside of Dublin from further significant job losses, and the critical commitment needed for genuine urban a In this his third book, Ciaran writes candidly about events in RTE since he left, the urgent strategic public policy required to save the regions outside of Dublin from further significant job losses, and the critical commitment needed for genuine urban a http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20240106b1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20240106b1.mp3 28:14 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 07 Jan 2024 13:20:00 +0000 Joanie Madden: Cherish the Ladies will embark on a 10 day tour of Ontario in March. Details at https://cherishtheladies.com/tourdates/ Joanie Madden: Cherish the Ladies will embark on a 10 day tour of Ontario in March. Details at https://cherishtheladies.com/tourdates/ http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20240106a1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20240106a1.mp3 17:30 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 07 Jan 2024 13:00:00 +0000 The Byrne Brothers are known for their electrifying and high-energy performances that showcase traditional Irish music and world-class Irish dancing. Their music features both traditional and original tunes, as well as their unique style and energy. The Byrne Brothers are known for their electrifying and high-energy performances that showcase traditional Irish music and world-class Irish dancing. Their music features both traditional and original tunes, as well as their unique style and energy. http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20231231b1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20231231b1.mp3 28:46 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 31 Dec 2023 13:20:00 +0000 Davie Furey Davie Furey http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20231231a1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20231231a1.mp3 21:32 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 31 Dec 2023 13:00:00 +0000 Cheryl Prashker talks about her recent, first visit to Ireland and some artsits lined up for the 2024 Goderich Celtic Roots Festival Cheryl Prashker talks about her recent, first visit to Ireland and some artsits lined up for the 2024 Goderich Celtic Roots Festival http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20231224c1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20231224c1.mp3 12:12 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 24 Dec 2023 12:40:00 +0000 Simon Oak was taken with the singing circles in Ireland and has become a regular visitor and participant. He has established singing circles in Holland based on the Irish style and tradition. Simon Oak was taken with the singing circles in Ireland and has become a regular visitor and participant. He has established singing circles in Holland based on the Irish style and tradition. http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20231224b1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20231224b1.mp3 15:34 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 24 Dec 2023 12:20:00 +0000 Eleanor Shanley Sends seasons greetings and talks about traditions in Leitrim Eleanor Shanley Sends seasons greetings and talks about traditions in Leitrim http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20231224a1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20231224a1.mp3 15:47 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 24 Dec 2023 12:00:00 +0000 The Celtic Tenors – three tenors, one voice. Matthew Gilsenan, James Nelson, Daryl Simpson The Celtic Tenors – three tenors, one voice. Matthew Gilsenan, James Nelson, Daryl Simpson http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20231217b1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20231217b1.mp3 16:27 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 17 Dec 2023 12:40:00 +0000 Mattie Lennon: Poet, author, folklorist and traditional music aficionado Mattie Lennon: Poet, author, folklorist and traditional music aficionado http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20231217c.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20231217c.mp3 5:45 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 17 Dec 2023 12:30:00 +0000 Of County Armagh and Louth parentage, Pádraigín Ní Uallacháin was raised in an Irish speaking family. She is a multifaceted traditional artist: a professional singer since 1999 and a researcher, song writer, author and composer, now living in County Louth Of County Armagh and Louth parentage, Pádraigín Ní Uallacháin was raised in an Irish speaking family. She is a multifaceted traditional artist: a professional singer since 1999 and a researcher, song writer, author and composer, now living in County Louth http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20231217a1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20231217a1.mp3 30:45 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 17 Dec 2023 12:05:00 +0000 Acacia Lyra: Sharing the Moon, just launched, contains 14 originals, with two Celtic harps, guitar, percs, cello and voices in harmony. This is Acacia Lyra's fourth album. Acacia Lyra: Sharing the Moon, just launched, contains 14 originals, with two Celtic harps, guitar, percs, cello and voices in harmony. This is Acacia Lyra's fourth album. http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20231210b1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20231210b1.mp3 27:13 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Mon, 11 Dec 2023 12:40:00 +0000 Only Dead Fish Swim with the Current: A memoir filled with wit and candour, exploring everything from a boyhood in Ireland to an adulthood overseas Only Dead Fish Swim with the Current: A memoir filled with wit and candour, exploring everything from a boyhood in Ireland to an adulthood overseas http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20231210a1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20231210a1.mp3 33:08 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Mon, 11 Dec 2023 12:00:00 +0000 Kiera Dignam, daughter of the late Aslan frontman Christy Dignam & Dave Browne of the Black Donnellys on their collaboration. Kiera Dignam, daughter of the late Aslan frontman Christy Dignam & Dave Browne of the Black Donnellys on their collaboration. http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20231203b1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20231203b1.mp3 38:56 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 03 Dec 2023 12:20:00 +0000 Ontario’s public colleges and Ireland’s technological universities to collaborate on programs and research Ontario’s public colleges and Ireland’s technological universities to collaborate on programs and research http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20231203a1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20231203a1.mp3 18:08 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 03 Dec 2023 12:00:00 +0000 Founded in 1982 by Fabio Rinaudo and Daniele Caronna, BIRKIN TREE have studied the repertoire of traditional Irish music with passion and seriousness with repeated stays on the island. Founded in 1982 by Fabio Rinaudo and Daniele Caronna, BIRKIN TREE have studied the repertoire of traditional Irish music with passion and seriousness with repeated stays on the island. http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20231126b1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20231126b1.mp3 36:35 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 26 Nov 2023 12:25:00 +0000 Sally Diamond cannot understand why what she did was so strange. She was only doing what her father told her to do, to put him out with the rubbish when he died. Sally Diamond cannot understand why what she did was so strange. She was only doing what her father told her to do, to put him out with the rubbish when he died. http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20231126a1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20231126a1.mp3 22:59 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 26 Nov 2023 12:00:00 +0000 Mattie Lennon is a poet, author, folklorist and traditional music aficionado, with a penchant for holding forth at length on the little vignettes and foibles of human nature that many others pass by unnoted Mattie Lennon is a poet, author, folklorist and traditional music aficionado, with a penchant for holding forth at length on the little vignettes and foibles of human nature that many others pass by unnoted http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20231119c1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20231119c1.mp3 21:48 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 19 Nov 2023 12:40:00 +0000 Meet sculptor Joe McCaul, creator of the sculpture exhibited ‘Potato People’ at the National Famine Museum. “The Potato People” exhibition draws inspiration from poignant accounts of the Irish Famine, particularly the book “The Truth Behind the Famine" Meet sculptor Joe McCaul, creator of the sculpture exhibited ‘Potato People’ at the National Famine Museum. “The Potato People” exhibition draws inspiration from poignant accounts of the Irish Famine, particularly the book “The Truth Behind the Famine" http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20231119b1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20231119b1.mp3 20:34 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 19 Nov 2023 12:20:00 +0000 Paula McFetridge Director: Green & Blue explores the painful and humorous realities faced by the individuals who patrolled the border during the height of the conflict. Paula McFetridge Director: Green & Blue explores the painful and humorous realities faced by the individuals who patrolled the border during the height of the conflict. http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20231119a1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20231119a1.mp3 18:38 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 19 Nov 2023 12:00:00 +0000 An annual celebration of Irish-Newfoundland heritage, steeped in music, song, and storytelling, in the community of Tilting, a National Historic Site of Canada. An annual celebration of Irish-Newfoundland heritage, steeped in music, song, and storytelling, in the community of Tilting, a National Historic Site of Canada. http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20231112c1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20231112c1.mp3 17:46 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 12 Nov 2023 12:40:00 +0000 In Conversation with Padraig Jack: Aran Island Singer/Songwriter In Conversation with Padraig Jack: Aran Island Singer/Songwriter http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20231112b1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20231112b1.mp3 21:50 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 12 Nov 2023 12:20:00 +0000 Third reinterment service for Barrack Hill Cemetery to be held at Beechwood Cemetery Third reinterment service for Barrack Hill Cemetery to be held at Beechwood Cemetery http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20231112a1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20231112a1.mp3 20:26 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 12 Nov 2023 12:00:00 +0000 MEET KINNFOLK Josh and Julie Kinn weave bouzouki, bodhran, and smooth vocal harmonies in their Celtic folk music from the heart of the Blue Ridge Mountains. MEET KINNFOLK Josh and Julie Kinn weave bouzouki, bodhran, and smooth vocal harmonies in their Celtic folk music from the heart of the Blue Ridge Mountains. http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20231105b1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20231105b1.mp3 20:27 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 05 Nov 2023 12:40:00 +0000 Eamon O'Leary (The Murphy Beds) Eamon started playing Irish music while growing up in Dublin. Eamon O'Leary (The Murphy Beds) Eamon started playing Irish music while growing up in Dublin. http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20231105c1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20231105c1.mp3 23:23 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 05 Nov 2023 12:20:00 +0000 Irish-Canadian poet, Denis Stokes talks about his work Irish-Canadian poet, Denis Stokes talks about his work http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20231105a1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20231105a1.mp3 18:17 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 05 Nov 2023 12:00:00 +0000 Lexie Boatright , Jake James, Cara Wildman, Ryan Ward Lexie Boatright , Jake James, Cara Wildman, Ryan Ward http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20231029c1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20231029c1.mp3 14:50 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 29 Oct 2023 12:40:00 +0000 In Conversation With Tadgh ÓMeachair - at Goderich Celtic Roots Festival In Conversation With Tadgh ÓMeachair - at Goderich Celtic Roots Festival http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20231029b1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20231029b1.mp3 26:08 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 29 Oct 2023 12:20:00 +0000 Canada Ireland Foundation Executive Director Will Peat talks about the future development of the Corleck building, currently under renovation at Ireland Park Toronto. Canada Ireland Foundation Executive Director Will Peat talks about the future development of the Corleck building, currently under renovation at Ireland Park Toronto. http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20231029a1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20231029a1.mp3 20:08 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 29 Oct 2023 12:00:00 +0000 Cathy Murphy of The Irish Canadian Immigration Centre provides an update of services and the changes she has seen since COVID. Cathy Murphy of The Irish Canadian Immigration Centre provides an update of services and the changes she has seen since COVID. http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20231022b1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20231022b1.mp3 20:38 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 22 Oct 2023 12:40:00 +0000 Arnold Mathers looked to his Irish roots for inspiration to write From Ireland to the Queen’s Bush, a collection of 10 short stories about families leaving Ireland and coming to Canada. Arnold Mathers looked to his Irish roots for inspiration to write From Ireland to the Queen’s Bush, a collection of 10 short stories about families leaving Ireland and coming to Canada. http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20231022a1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20231022a1.mp3 39:47 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 22 Oct 2023 12:00:00 +0000 Ruán Magan is an award-winning filmmaker based in Ireland, working internationally. Born in Dublin in 1968, he was educated in Gonzaga College and University College Dublin before embarking on a career in feature films in 1989 Ruán Magan is an award-winning filmmaker based in Ireland, working internationally. Born in Dublin in 1968, he was educated in Gonzaga College and University College Dublin before embarking on a career in feature films in 1989 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20231015c1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20231015c1.mp3 19:46 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 15 Oct 2023 12:40:00 +0000 Teresa Lavina is a Basque filmmaker based in Galway, Ireland. Her films have been screened at many international film festivals. Her film 'Untold Secrets' closed the 2021 Galway Film Fleadh and her documentary 'Mincéir'screened at Dublin IFF 2023 Teresa Lavina is a Basque filmmaker based in Galway, Ireland. Her films have been screened at many international film festivals. Her film 'Untold Secrets' closed the 2021 Galway Film Fleadh and her documentary 'Mincéir'screened at Dublin IFF 2023 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20231015b1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20231015b1.mp3 18:18 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 15 Oct 2023 12:20:00 +0000 Luke McManus is a director and producer based in Dublin. He has produced and directed award-winning projects for NBC, Netflix, RTÉ, Virgin Media Television, TG4, NDR/ARD, Al Jazeera and Channel 4, winning four IFTAs. Luke McManus is a director and producer based in Dublin. He has produced and directed award-winning projects for NBC, Netflix, RTÉ, Virgin Media Television, TG4, NDR/ARD, Al Jazeera and Channel 4, winning four IFTAs. http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20231015a1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20231015a1.mp3 20:44 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 15 Oct 2023 12:00:00 +0000 THE HISTORY OF MURPHY'S, UPPER RATHMINES: A Pub at the Heart of the Village THE HISTORY OF MURPHY'S, UPPER RATHMINES: A Pub at the Heart of the Village http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20231008b1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20231008b1.mp3 13:36 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 08 Oct 2023 12:45:00 +0000 Patrick Murray - Patrick Murray - http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20231001b1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20231001b1.mp3 9:00 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 01 Oct 2023 12:50:00 +0000 Liam O'Connor - Director Liam O'Connor - Director http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20231001a1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20231001a1.mp3 49:07 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 01 Oct 2023 12:00:00 +0000 Irish Comedian Johanne McNally Irish Comedian Johanne McNally http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20230924c1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20230924c1.mp3 9:04 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 24 Sep 2023 12:45:00 +0000 Cormac deBarra at Goderich Celtic Roots Festival 2023 Cormac deBarra at Goderich Celtic Roots Festival 2023 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20230924b1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20230924b1.mp3 30:56 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 24 Sep 2023 12:15:00 +0000 Eleanor & Warren Robinson Founders Goderich Celtic Roots Festival Eleanor & Warren Robinson Founders Goderich Celtic Roots Festival http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20230924a1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20230924a1.mp3 13:43 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 24 Sep 2023 12:00:00 +0000 Minister Sean Fleming: Minister of State at the Department of Foreign Affairs during recent Ottawa Visit Minister Sean Fleming: Minister of State at the Department of Foreign Affairs during recent Ottawa Visit http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=202309171.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=202309171.mp3 59:55 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 17 Sep 2023 12:00:00 +0000 Steafan Hannigan Steafan Hannigan http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20230910b1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20230910b1.mp3 41:30 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 10 Sep 2023 12:20:00 +0000 Darren Holden Darren Holden http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20230910a1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20230910a1.mp3 15:34 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 10 Sep 2023 12:00:00 +0000 Ryan Young Ryan Young http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20230903d1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20230903d1.mp3 11:22 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 03 Sep 2023 13:45:00 +0000 Aoife McDonald Aoife McDonald http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20230903c1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20230903c1.mp3 9:20 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 03 Sep 2023 12:30:00 +0000 Erica Daly Erica Daly http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20230903b1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20230903b1.mp3 13:05 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 03 Sep 2023 12:15:00 +0000 London Prusko London Prusko http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20230903a1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20230903a1.mp3 9:58 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 03 Sep 2023 12:00:00 +0000 Galway Atlantaquaria, Ireland’s largest native species aquarium, is located in Salthill overlooking galway bay along the Wild Atlantic Way. Galway Atlantaquaria is the caretaker of hundreds of native animals from rivers, lakes, canals & oceans. Galway Atlantaquaria, Ireland’s largest native species aquarium, is located in Salthill overlooking galway bay along the Wild Atlantic Way. Galway Atlantaquaria is the caretaker of hundreds of native animals from rivers, lakes, canals & oceans. http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=202308271.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=202308271.mp3 59:47 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 27 Aug 2023 12:00:00 +0000 Patrick Murray Patrick Murray http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20230820b1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20230820b1.mp3 13:52 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 20 Aug 2023 12:45:00 +0000 In Conversation with Sinead O'Connor, From the 2011 Archives. In Conversation with Sinead O'Connor, From the 2011 Archives. http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20230820a1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20230820a1.mp3 46:13 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 20 Aug 2023 12:00:00 +0000 Marty Ryan Marty Ryan http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20230813c1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20230813c1.mp3 31:16 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 13 Aug 2023 12:30:00 +0000 Tommy Sands is moderating a session at the Summer School Tommy Sands is moderating a session at the Summer School http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20230813b1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20230813b1.mp3 14:35 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 13 Aug 2023 12:15:00 +0000 Séamus Murphy - Chairperson of Carlingford Lough Heritage Trust Séamus Murphy - Chairperson of Carlingford Lough Heritage Trust http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20230813a1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20230813a1.mp3 12:18 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 13 Aug 2023 12:00:00 +0000 BEN REEL - Singer/Songwriter/Performer/Musician/Producer BEN REEL - Singer/Songwriter/Performer/Musician/Producer http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20230806b1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20230806b1.mp3 36:23 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 06 Aug 2023 12:30:00 +0000 Thomas Sheppard and students Kaitlyn Grandy and Stephanie Evans chat about the launch of their Miniboat, the Raven KASTER, as they prepare to travel to Ireland where it landed to relaunch it again. Thomas Sheppard and students Kaitlyn Grandy and Stephanie Evans chat about the launch of their Miniboat, the Raven KASTER, as they prepare to travel to Ireland where it landed to relaunch it again. http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20230806a1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20230806a1.mp3 24:11 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 06 Aug 2023 12:00:00 +0000 Born and raised in Ballyhaise, County Caven, O'Neill moved to Dublin when she was 18 to study music at Ballyfermot College. She spent the next several years there working in the service industry, honing her writing and performing skills. Born and raised in Ballyhaise, County Caven, O'Neill moved to Dublin when she was 18 to study music at Ballyfermot College. She spent the next several years there working in the service industry, honing her writing and performing skills. http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20230730c1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20230730c1.mp3 22:07 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 30 Jul 2023 12:35:00 +0000 Cheryl Prashker is the Artistic Director of the Goderich Celtic Roots Festival in Ontario, Canada Cheryl Prashker is the Artistic Director of the Goderich Celtic Roots Festival in Ontario, Canada http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20230730b1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20230730b1.mp3 12:28 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 30 Jul 2023 12:25:00 +0000 An artist who finds strength in sensitivity and embraces the full power of a moment, Ailbhe Reddy has a talent for crafting intensely moving alt-folk tunes. An artist who finds strength in sensitivity and embraces the full power of a moment, Ailbhe Reddy has a talent for crafting intensely moving alt-folk tunes. http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20230730a1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20230730a1.mp3 25:59 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 30 Jul 2023 12:00:00 +0000 Jason Beattie General Manager tals about the company expansion into North America Jason Beattie General Manager tals about the company expansion into North America http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20230723c1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20230723c1.mp3 12:44 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 23 Jul 2023 12:50:00 +0000 Canada Ireland Foundation (CIF) has signed a lease with the City of Toronto to transform an under-utilized and derelict heritage building on Toronto’s waterfront into a vibrant new venue for arts, cultural and heritage programming. Canada Ireland Foundation (CIF) has signed a lease with the City of Toronto to transform an under-utilized and derelict heritage building on Toronto’s waterfront into a vibrant new venue for arts, cultural and heritage programming. http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20230723b1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20230723b1.mp3 16:21 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 23 Jul 2023 12:30:00 +0000 Sean Fleming TD for Laois and Offaly, Minister of State for Int. Development and Diaspora Sean Fleming TD for Laois and Offaly, Minister of State for Int. Development and Diaspora http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20230723a1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20230723a1.mp3 27:55 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 23 Jul 2023 12:00:00 +0000 The Byrne Brothers and a family band from Donegal, Ireland, who are currently taking America by storm! The Byrne Brothers are Luca on Accordion, Finn on Banjo, Mandolin and Guitar, Dempsey on Bodhran & Whistle and Dad Tommy on Uilleann Pipes, Bagpipes, Fi The Byrne Brothers and a family band from Donegal, Ireland, who are currently taking America by storm! The Byrne Brothers are Luca on Accordion, Finn on Banjo, Mandolin and Guitar, Dempsey on Bodhran & Whistle and Dad Tommy on Uilleann Pipes, Bagpipes, Fi http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20230716b1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20230716b1.mp3 19:54 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 16 Jul 2023 12:40:00 +0000 Screaming Orphans are the four Diver sisters - Joan, Angela, Gráinne and Marie Thérèse - with the good fortune to have been raised in the magic of Bundoran in County Donegal, Ireland. Screaming Orphans are the four Diver sisters - Joan, Angela, Gráinne and Marie Thérèse - with the good fortune to have been raised in the magic of Bundoran in County Donegal, Ireland. http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20230716a1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20230716a1.mp3 40:52 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 16 Jul 2023 12:00:00 +0000 In 2007 Maxime Chouinard traveled to Ireland to learn bataireacht, and started his club in Quebec City in 2009. Maxime’s experience in martial arts touches many different styles, from boxing to Brazilian Jiu Jitsu. In 2007 Maxime Chouinard traveled to Ireland to learn bataireacht, and started his club in Quebec City in 2009. Maxime’s experience in martial arts touches many different styles, from boxing to Brazilian Jiu Jitsu. http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20230709c1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20230709c1.mp3 14:19 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 09 Jul 2023 12:40:00 +0000 Niamh Dunne is an accomplished violin player and singer, who is known for her folk infused fiddle compositions and smoky warm vocal style. Niamh Dunne is an accomplished violin player and singer, who is known for her folk infused fiddle compositions and smoky warm vocal style. http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20230709b1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20230709b1.mp3 19:03 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 09 Jul 2023 12:20:00 +0000 Niamh Regan is a critically acclaimed songwriter from county Galway Niamh Regan is a critically acclaimed songwriter from county Galway http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20230709a1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20230709a1.mp3 16:14 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 09 Jul 2023 12:00:00 +0000 Sorcha Scully Head of Organizing NationBuilder: Boston Rose 2018 Sorcha Scully Head of Organizing NationBuilder: Boston Rose 2018 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20230702d1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20230702d1.mp3 14:13 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 02 Jul 2023 12:45:00 +0000 Alex Chernenko CEO, TRANSLIT at Collision 2023 Alex Chernenko CEO, TRANSLIT at Collision 2023 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20230702c1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20230702c1.mp3 9:51 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 02 Jul 2023 12:35:00 +0000 Michael Barton Regional Director 🇨🇦 - Invest Northern Ireland - Toronto Michael Barton Regional Director 🇨🇦 - Invest Northern Ireland - Toronto http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20230702b1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20230702b1.mp3 16:34 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 02 Jul 2023 12:20:00 +0000 Janice McGann Consul General of Ireland in Toronto. Janice McGann Consul General of Ireland in Toronto. http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20230702a1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20230702a1.mp3 19:16 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 02 Jul 2023 12:00:00 +0000 Aoife Scott is an award winning folk singer and songwriter based in Dublin, Ireland. Aoife Scott is an award winning folk singer and songwriter based in Dublin, Ireland. http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20230625c1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20230625c1.mp3 19:45 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 25 Jun 2023 12:35:00 +0000 Sr. Stanislaus Kennedy, or Sr. Stan as she is affectionately known, is a visionary and social innovator and a member of the congregation of Religious Sisters of Charity since 1958. Sr. Stanislaus Kennedy, or Sr. Stan as she is affectionately known, is a visionary and social innovator and a member of the congregation of Religious Sisters of Charity since 1958. http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20230625b1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20230625b1.mp3 18:29 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 25 Jun 2023 12:15:00 +0000 Deirdre is a founding member of the Madagán quartet and the award-winning five-piece trad band Réalta. With these groups she has recorded two studio albums and traveled throughout Europe and Asia, giving workshops and performing at various festivals and Deirdre is a founding member of the Madagán quartet and the award-winning five-piece trad band Réalta. With these groups she has recorded two studio albums and traveled throughout Europe and Asia, giving workshops and performing at various festivals and http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20230625a1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20230625a1.mp3 8:13 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 25 Jun 2023 12:00:00 +0000 The O'Toole, or Ó Tuathail family, of Celtic stock, is from the southeast of Ireland, known as Leinster. It is an ancient family name traced back in Ireland to the Middle Ages. The O'Toole, or Ó Tuathail family, of Celtic stock, is from the southeast of Ireland, known as Leinster. It is an ancient family name traced back in Ireland to the Middle Ages. http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20230618c1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20230618c1.mp3 20:52 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 18 Jun 2023 12:40:00 +0000 Finghin Collins - The Great Journey: From Ireland to Canada Finghin Collins - The Great Journey: From Ireland to Canada http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20230618b1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20230618b1.mp3 12:30 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 18 Jun 2023 12:20:00 +0000 Aidan Dooley's one-man show 'Tom Crean' won numerous awards Aidan Dooley's one-man show 'Tom Crean' won numerous awards http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20230618a1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20230618a1.mp3 15:41 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 18 Jun 2023 12:00:00 +0000 Wallis Bird is an Irish musician, living in Berlin. She has multiple recording since 2012. Wallis Bird is an Irish musician, living in Berlin. She has multiple recording since 2012. http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20230611b1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20230611b1.mp3 19:58 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 11 Jun 2023 12:35:00 +0000 Karen & Lorna McLaughlin - The Henry Girls are an Irish folk and roots music group. Karen & Lorna McLaughlin - The Henry Girls are an Irish folk and roots music group. http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20230611a1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20230611a1.mp3 20:34 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 11 Jun 2023 12:05:00 +0000 Richard Harte outlines the 2023 program and also the feature length movie being screened at Bloomsday Film Festival in Dublin Richard Harte outlines the 2023 program and also the feature length movie being screened at Bloomsday Film Festival in Dublin http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20230604d1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20230604d1.mp3 11:12 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 04 Jun 2023 12:45:00 +0000 To celebrate Bloomsday, readings from Ulysses by Mary Walsh To celebrate Bloomsday, readings from Ulysses by Mary Walsh http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20230604c1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20230604c1.mp3 8:44 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 04 Jun 2023 12:30:00 +0000 The largest Bloomsday festival in Canada with event-filled days that stretch over 5 to 6 days & brings down the curtain on Bloomsday itself — June 16. The largest Bloomsday festival in Canada with event-filled days that stretch over 5 to 6 days & brings down the curtain on Bloomsday itself — June 16. http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20230604b1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20230604b1.mp3 16:47 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 04 Jun 2023 12:15:00 +0000 David Keenan - Joyce's City A night time odyssey through Dublin in the mind of David Keenan. In a city that is constantly changing and evolving, he reflects on a place that is obsessed with the "new", while growing increasingly sentimental about the past. David Keenan - Joyce's City A night time odyssey through Dublin in the mind of David Keenan. In a city that is constantly changing and evolving, he reflects on a place that is obsessed with the "new", while growing increasingly sentimental about the past. http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20230604a1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20230604a1.mp3 15:48 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 04 Jun 2023 12:00:00 +0000 Irish virtuoso guitarist Shane Hennessy is one of the leading guitarists on the world stage Irish virtuoso guitarist Shane Hennessy is one of the leading guitarists on the world stage http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20230528b1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20230528b1.mp3 22:12 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 28 May 2023 12:35:00 +0000 Irish singer-songwriter Karan Casey Irish singer-songwriter Karan Casey http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20230528a1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20230528a1.mp3 23:39 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 28 May 2023 12:00:00 +0000 Short documentary, Directed and Edited by Ciaran O’Connor, Cinematography by Philip Graham, Music by Patrick O’Connor Short documentary, Directed and Edited by Ciaran O’Connor, Cinematography by Philip Graham, Music by Patrick O’Connor http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20230521b1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20230521b1.mp3 8:05 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 21 May 2023 12:50:00 +0000 Eamonn McKee, John DeChastelain, James Maloney, Conor Murphy, Jimmy Carton, Eamonn McKee, John DeChastelain, James Maloney, Conor Murphy, Jimmy Carton, http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20230521a1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20230521a1.mp3 51:42 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 21 May 2023 12:00:00 +0000 Ottawa Rose Applicants 2023, Sarah Griffin Centre Coordinator Ottawa Rose Applicants 2023, Sarah Griffin Centre Coordinator http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20230514a1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20230514a1.mp3 57:02 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sat, 20 May 2023 12:10:43 +0000 Rosemary O'Brien details some of the upcoming events at the National Irish Canadian Cultural Centre, Ottawa. Rosemary O'Brien details some of the upcoming events at the National Irish Canadian Cultural Centre, Ottawa. http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20230507c1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20230507c1.mp3 12:27 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 07 May 2023 12:35:00 +0000 Jan Carson is a writer from Northern Ireland. Her books include Malcolm Orange Disappears, Children’s Children, Postcard Stories, The Fire Starters – which won the EU Prize for Literature in 2019 Jan Carson is a writer from Northern Ireland. Her books include Malcolm Orange Disappears, Children’s Children, Postcard Stories, The Fire Starters – which won the EU Prize for Literature in 2019 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20230507b1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20230507b1.mp3 16:19 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 07 May 2023 12:20:00 +0000 Margaret Mc Auliffe : A graduate of the Gaiety School of Acting, this award-winning actor has appeared on the stages of national theatre as well as in her own self-penned works. Deliciously playful, truly authentic, with a sharp intelligence. Margaret Mc Auliffe : A graduate of the Gaiety School of Acting, this award-winning actor has appeared on the stages of national theatre as well as in her own self-penned works. Deliciously playful, truly authentic, with a sharp intelligence. http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20230507a1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20230507a1.mp3 20:02 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 07 May 2023 12:00:00 +0000 Emma Langford is fast becoming a household name as a firm feature of the Irish folk and songwriter scene. A globetrotting troubadour, Langford calls Limerick City in the West of Ireland home. Storytelling and wit sit at the heart of all she does. Emma Langford is fast becoming a household name as a firm feature of the Irish folk and songwriter scene. A globetrotting troubadour, Langford calls Limerick City in the West of Ireland home. Storytelling and wit sit at the heart of all she does. http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20230430c1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20230430c1.mp3 13:19 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 30 Apr 2023 12:45:00 +0000 Filmmaker Simon Chambers finds his life drastically interrupted when he is called back to London from India to care for his retired bohemian gay actor Uncle David. Everything that could go wrong does go wrong. Filmmaker Simon Chambers finds his life drastically interrupted when he is called back to London from India to care for his retired bohemian gay actor Uncle David. Everything that could go wrong does go wrong. http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20230430b1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20230430b1.mp3 25:10 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 30 Apr 2023 12:20:00 +0000 In 2018 on the steps of The High Court, Vicky Phelan gave a now infamous address where she exposed one of the worst women's health scandals in Irish history, the cervical cancer debacle. "Vicky" is an exclusive and intimate journey into not only her fight In 2018 on the steps of The High Court, Vicky Phelan gave a now infamous address where she exposed one of the worst women's health scandals in Irish history, the cervical cancer debacle. "Vicky" is an exclusive and intimate journey into not only her fight http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20230430a1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20230430a1.mp3 19:26 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 30 Apr 2023 12:00:00 +0000 Independent Irish singer and guitarist Síomha (pronounced She-vah) dances the line between folk, jazz and neo-soul effortlessly taking audiences on an unexpected and unforgettable journey with her soulful melodies Independent Irish singer and guitarist Síomha (pronounced She-vah) dances the line between folk, jazz and neo-soul effortlessly taking audiences on an unexpected and unforgettable journey with her soulful melodies http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20230423c1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20230423c1.mp3 15:33 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 23 Apr 2023 12:40:00 +0000 Dermot Sheedy percussion with the band Hermitage Green. Apart from performing percussion with the band, Dermot has played with high profile artists such as Donal Lunny, The Irish Harp Orchestra and Celtic Legends Dermot Sheedy percussion with the band Hermitage Green. Apart from performing percussion with the band, Dermot has played with high profile artists such as Donal Lunny, The Irish Harp Orchestra and Celtic Legends http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20230423b1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20230423b1.mp3 17:56 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 23 Apr 2023 12:20:00 +0000 Fiona Tyndall at Folk Alliance International Fiona Tyndall at Folk Alliance International http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20230423a1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20230423a1.mp3 13:16 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 23 Apr 2023 12:00:00 +0000 Jamie McKeogh was born and raised in Durrow near Tullamore, Co. Offaly. From a very young age he had a keen in interest in music having been strongly influenced by his mother, a music teacher. Jamie McKeogh was born and raised in Durrow near Tullamore, Co. Offaly. From a very young age he had a keen in interest in music having been strongly influenced by his mother, a music teacher. http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20230416c1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20230416c1.mp3 14:27 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 16 Apr 2023 13:40:00 +0000 Clare Sands is a unique force in Irish music. Weaving traditional roots with Contemporary sounds and influences, Sands sings for the young and the old, brave and the bold. Clare Sands is a unique force in Irish music. Weaving traditional roots with Contemporary sounds and influences, Sands sings for the young and the old, brave and the bold. http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20230416b1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20230416b1.mp3 15:58 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 16 Apr 2023 13:20:00 +0000 Lilli Lewis trained as an opera singer and classical pianist, Georgia native Lewis has been a composer, producer and performer for over two decades. Lilli Lewis trained as an opera singer and classical pianist, Georgia native Lewis has been a composer, producer and performer for over two decades. http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20230416a1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20230416a1.mp3 18:31 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 16 Apr 2023 13:00:00 +0000 Michael Kerr Michael Kerr http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20230409d1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20230409d1.mp3 9:16 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 09 Apr 2023 13:45:00 +0000 Tomm Moore Tomm Moore http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20230409c1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20230409c1.mp3 18:31 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 09 Apr 2023 13:30:00 +0000 Colm Bairéad & Cleona Ní Chrualaoí Colm Bairéad & Cleona Ní Chrualaoí http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20230409b1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20230409b1.mp3 24:08 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 09 Apr 2023 13:10:00 +0000 Patrick Murray outlines the plans and program for the 2023 Irish Film Festival Ottawa. Patrick Murray outlines the plans and program for the 2023 Irish Film Festival Ottawa. http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20230409a1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20230409a1.mp3 3:53 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 09 Apr 2023 13:00:00 +0000 Declan Recks & Patrick Murray Declan Recks & Patrick Murray http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20230402d1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20230402d1.mp3 16:56 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 02 Apr 2023 13:45:00 +0000 Michael Kinirons & Partick Murray Michael Kinirons & Partick Murray http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20230402c1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20230402c1.mp3 14:21 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 02 Apr 2023 13:30:00 +0000 Peter Murphy & Rachael Moriarty Peter Murphy & Rachael Moriarty http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20230402b1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20230402b1.mp3 20:13 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 02 Apr 2023 13:10:00 +0000 Patrick Murray Patrick Murray http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20230402a1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20230402a1.mp3 8:06 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 02 Apr 2023 13:00:00 +0000 Throughout his career, Seamus has battled depression, anxiety, and an addiction to alcohol. In “Shine the Light” uses his extraordinary guitar playing and ability to engage audiences to tell a compelling & often hilarious story. Throughout his career, Seamus has battled depression, anxiety, and an addiction to alcohol. In “Shine the Light” uses his extraordinary guitar playing and ability to engage audiences to tell a compelling & often hilarious story. http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=29239326a1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=29239326a1.mp3 53:52 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 26 Mar 2023 13:00:00 +0000 Declan Curran has short movies being screened at the Toronto Irish Film Festival and also the Ottawa Irish Film Festival. Declan Curran has short movies being screened at the Toronto Irish Film Festival and also the Ottawa Irish Film Festival. http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20230319c1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20230319c1.mp3 16:03 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 19 Mar 2023 12:45:00 +0000 Kevin Dundon was showcasing the Irish superb food and drink experiences in Canada over St Patrick's Weekend. Kevin Dundon was showcasing the Irish superb food and drink experiences in Canada over St Patrick's Weekend. http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20230319b1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20230319b1.mp3 27:48 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 19 Mar 2023 12:15:00 +0000 Simon Harris on his Ministerial Visit to Canada. Simon Harris on his Ministerial Visit to Canada. http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20230319a1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20230319a1.mp3 15:51 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 19 Mar 2023 12:00:00 +0000 Brendan Flynn, Jim Tobin. Eddie Reynolds Brendan Flynn, Jim Tobin. Eddie Reynolds http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20230312d1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20230312d1.mp3 13:22 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 12 Mar 2023 12:45:00 +0000 Lavengro: Hailing from Derry City, Gareth, Dave, James & Jordan have been dominating national radio stations recently with their original songs about their life experiences with love and mental health Lavengro: Hailing from Derry City, Gareth, Dave, James & Jordan have been dominating national radio stations recently with their original songs about their life experiences with love and mental health http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20230312c1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20230312c1.mp3 12:07 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 12 Mar 2023 12:30:00 +0000 Michael McBane Michael McBane http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20230312b1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20230312b1.mp3 6:17 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 12 Mar 2023 12:20:00 +0000 Fergus Keyes: A project to build a beautiful world-class memorial park and cultural green space at the Montreal side of Victoria Bridge, around the Black Rock. Fergus Keyes: A project to build a beautiful world-class memorial park and cultural green space at the Montreal side of Victoria Bridge, around the Black Rock. http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20230312a1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20230312a1.mp3 21:44 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 12 Mar 2023 12:00:00 +0000 Katie Harrison Katie travelled to Lawrence’s Lane in Sleaghroe, homestead of her husbands people, last Autumn with us. She sprinkled her husbands ashes there. A very emotional experience. Katie Harrison Katie travelled to Lawrence’s Lane in Sleaghroe, homestead of her husbands people, last Autumn with us. She sprinkled her husbands ashes there. A very emotional experience. http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20230305c1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20230305c1.mp3 16:40 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 05 Mar 2023 13:40:00 +0000 Mike Janiec Mike Janiec http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20230305b1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20230305b1.mp3 17:48 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 05 Mar 2023 13:25:00 +0000 Eleanor & Kevin Lee, Tom Jenkins Eleanor & Kevin Lee, Tom Jenkins http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20230305a1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20230305a1.mp3 25:20 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 05 Mar 2023 13:00:00 +0000 Cathy Geagan Consul General to Western Canada Cathy Geagan Consul General to Western Canada http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20230226d1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20230226d1.mp3 12:11 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 26 Feb 2023 13:45:00 +0000 Consul General Janice McGann reflects of the importance of Irish Hrtiage Month for the Irish in Toronto Consul General Janice McGann reflects of the importance of Irish Hrtiage Month for the Irish in Toronto http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20230226c1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20230226c1.mp3 13:18 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 26 Feb 2023 13:35:00 +0000 James Maloney MP on the sogmifience of the designation of Irish Heritage Month James Maloney MP on the sogmifience of the designation of Irish Heritage Month http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20230226b1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20230226b1.mp3 11:53 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 26 Feb 2023 13:20:00 +0000 Irish Ambassador to Canada. Dr Eamonn McKee Irish Ambassador to Canada. Dr Eamonn McKee http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20230226a1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20230226a1.mp3 19:28 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 26 Feb 2023 13:00:00 +0000 Culture Ireland Showcase at Folk Alliance International 2023 Ciaran Walshe: Culture Ireland Culture Ireland Showcase at Folk Alliance International 2023 Ciaran Walshe: Culture Ireland http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20230219d1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20230219d1.mp3 12:43 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 19 Feb 2023 13:45:00 +0000 Travel across Ireland with internationally renowned singer Michael Londra in a celebration of Irish culture, history, and music. Combining glorious video footage from the Emerald Isle, fascinating travel destinations, exciting cultural experiences. Travel across Ireland with internationally renowned singer Michael Londra in a celebration of Irish culture, history, and music. Combining glorious video footage from the Emerald Isle, fascinating travel destinations, exciting cultural experiences. http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20230219c1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20230219c1.mp3 9:44 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 19 Feb 2023 13:30:00 +0000 Sorcha Richardson is a musician from Dublin, Ireland. She started her first band with friends at the age of ten. At 18, she relocated to Brooklyn, New York's vast music scene and self-released her first EP, Sleep Will Set Me Free, in 2012. Sorcha Richardson is a musician from Dublin, Ireland. She started her first band with friends at the age of ten. At 18, she relocated to Brooklyn, New York's vast music scene and self-released her first EP, Sleep Will Set Me Free, in 2012. http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20230219b1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20230219b1.mp3 13:31 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 19 Feb 2023 13:15:00 +0000 Bound For Canada is a gala concert brining together celebrated musical talent from Ireland and Canada. Bound For Canada is a gala concert brining together celebrated musical talent from Ireland and Canada. http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20230219a1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20230219a1.mp3 10:59 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 19 Feb 2023 13:00:00 +0000 Jaz Guram Curry enthusiast 🍛 Just for fun Irish Punjabi, Dad of 3 👧👧🐶 Husband of 1 👰 BA (Hons)Information Management; Politics Queens University Belfast Jaz Guram Curry enthusiast 🍛 Just for fun Irish Punjabi, Dad of 3 👧👧🐶 Husband of 1 👰 BA (Hons)Information Management; Politics Queens University Belfast http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20230212a1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20230212a1.mp3 43:30 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 12 Feb 2023 13:00:00 +0000 Patrick Patrick provides a review of Irish movies that were screened at The Sundance Festival Patrick Patrick provides a review of Irish movies that were screened at The Sundance Festival http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20230205d1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20230205d1.mp3 9:48 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 05 Feb 2023 13:50:00 +0000 After Emigrating from Ireland to Canada in 2012 Fiona began on a quest to stamp out the racism that the Irish face….One Lucky Charm at a time. Fiona knows the Irish are not a race, but she cannot pronounce Xenophobia. After Emigrating from Ireland to Canada in 2012 Fiona began on a quest to stamp out the racism that the Irish face….One Lucky Charm at a time. Fiona knows the Irish are not a race, but she cannot pronounce Xenophobia. http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20230205c1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20230205c1.mp3 10:43 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 05 Feb 2023 13:35:00 +0000 Fionán started playing guitar professionally with Riverdance in the USA in 1999. Since then he has worked as musical director for Moya Brennan (of Clannad) and her band. Fionán started playing guitar professionally with Riverdance in the USA in 1999. Since then he has worked as musical director for Moya Brennan (of Clannad) and her band. http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20230205b1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20230205b1.mp3 18:49 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 05 Feb 2023 13:15:00 +0000 Liam Winnett is originally from Texas City, TX and came to Ireland as a young boy with his family. He has represented Irealnd in U18 & U19 Rugby. He developed an interest in the Uileann Pipes and is a regular performer at traditional musical festivals. Liam Winnett is originally from Texas City, TX and came to Ireland as a young boy with his family. He has represented Irealnd in U18 & U19 Rugby. He developed an interest in the Uileann Pipes and is a regular performer at traditional musical festivals. http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20230205a1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20230205a1.mp3 13:36 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 05 Feb 2023 13:00:00 +0000 2024 marks the 1500th anniversary of the death of St. Brigid 2024 marks the 1500th anniversary of the death of St. Brigid http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20230129d1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20230129d1.mp3 11:54 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 29 Jan 2023 13:45:00 +0000 Brigid Festival Vancouver is a four-day free festival to celebrate the healing, light, and creativity of Irish women and women across the world with a mix of in-person and virtual gatherings. Brigid Festival Vancouver is a four-day free festival to celebrate the healing, light, and creativity of Irish women and women across the world with a mix of in-person and virtual gatherings. http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20230129c1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20230129c1.mp3 13:58 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 29 Jan 2023 13:30:00 +0000 Geraldine Moore: The organization of an Annual Feile Bride was an offshoot of the Conference in 1993. It is a week to ten-day long series of events commencing on the eve of St. Brigid’s Day each year with a candlelight pilgrimage & ritual Geraldine Moore: The organization of an Annual Feile Bride was an offshoot of the Conference in 1993. It is a week to ten-day long series of events commencing on the eve of St. Brigid’s Day each year with a candlelight pilgrimage & ritual http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20230129b1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20230129b1.mp3 14:42 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 29 Jan 2023 13:15:00 +0000 Dolores Whelan & Siobhan MacMahon talk about the 2023 plans for the Brigid of Faughart Festival. Dolores Whelan & Siobhan MacMahon talk about the 2023 plans for the Brigid of Faughart Festival. http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20230129a1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20230129a1.mp3 15:27 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 29 Jan 2023 13:00:00 +0000 Michael Kelly is now in his 90's and emigrated from the Tarbert area in the early 1950's. Initially to the UK and subsequently to Canada where he lived in Montreal, Ottawa and now Vancouver. Michael Kelly is now in his 90's and emigrated from the Tarbert area in the early 1950's. Initially to the UK and subsequently to Canada where he lived in Montreal, Ottawa and now Vancouver. http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20230122a1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20230122a1.mp3 54:25 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 22 Jan 2023 13:00:00 +0000 Davie O'Donohoe is from Limerick and immigrated from Ireland> He spent many years in the 60's & 70's touring Canada & USA with as a member of Irish bands, The Celts & Ireland's Travelling People. Davie celebrated his 80th birthday in 2022. He spent many years in the 60's & 70's touring Canada & USA with as a member of Irish bands, The Celts & Ireland's Travelling People. Davie celebrated his 80th birthday in 2022. He shares his fascinating story and now enjoys golf as a summer pastime.]]> Davie O'Donohoe is from Limerick and immigrated from Ireland> He spent many years in the 60's & 70's touring Canada & USA with as a member of Irish bands, The Celts & Ireland's Travelling People. Davie celebrated his 80th birthday in 2022. http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20230115a1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20230115a1.mp3 54:48 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 15 Jan 2023 13:00:00 +0000 Milo Miller provides an extensive tour of Johnstown Castle. CO Wexford. Milo Miller provides an extensive tour of Johnstown Castle. CO Wexford. http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20230108a1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20230108a1.mp3 1:27:31 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 08 Jan 2023 13:00:00 +0000 Clíodhna Ní Aodáin is a playful spirit. Maybe even mischievous. Her voice, too, is enchanting -- from vocalisations, to chants, songs and stories spoken in the soft accent of her own native Dublin. Clíodhna Ní Aodáin is a playful spirit. Maybe even mischievous. Her voice, too, is enchanting -- from vocalisations, to chants, songs and stories spoken in the soft accent of her own native Dublin. http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20230101a1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20230101a1.mp3 17:15 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 01 Jan 2023 13:00:00 +0000 Members of Athlone Little Theatre Members of Athlone Little Theatre http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20221225a1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20221225a1.mp3 1:26:05 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 25 Dec 2022 13:00:00 +0000 Brian Taheny from Sligo: I have always been fascinated with the American banjo traditions and jumped at the chance of playing with Arnie and the two Chris's. Their magical musicianship and friendship have given me much inspiration. Brian Taheny from Sligo: I have always been fascinated with the American banjo traditions and jumped at the chance of playing with Arnie and the two Chris's. Their magical musicianship and friendship have given me much inspiration. http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20221218c1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20221218c1.mp3 19:39 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 18 Dec 2022 13:40:00 +0000 Singer/performer. Resident singer at Dromoland Castle Hotel. Guest singer with Cherish the Ladies. Wedding Singer Ireland and Spain. Singer/performer. Resident singer at Dromoland Castle Hotel. Guest singer with Cherish the Ladies. Wedding Singer Ireland and Spain. http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20221218b1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20221218b1.mp3 11:00 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 18 Dec 2022 13:20:00 +0000 JOANIE MADDEN is considered one of the greatest musicians and personalities in the history of Irish music in America. She was born in the Bronx, New York of Irish parents, and is the second oldest of seven children raised in a musical household. JOANIE MADDEN is considered one of the greatest musicians and personalities in the history of Irish music in America. She was born in the Bronx, New York of Irish parents, and is the second oldest of seven children raised in a musical household. http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20221218a1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20221218a1.mp3 13:21 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 18 Dec 2022 13:00:00 +0000 Pat Garry provides a guided tour of 14 Henrietta St., Ireland's Tenement Museum Pat Garry provides a guided tour of 14 Henrietta St., Ireland's Tenement Museum http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20221211a1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20221211a1.mp3 48:08 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 11 Dec 2022 13:00:00 +0000 Rosemary O'Brien & Patrick Murray Rosemary O'Brien & Patrick Murray http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20221204b1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20221204b1.mp3 12:53 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 04 Dec 2022 13:50:00 +0000 William Enright, who was raised in Enniscorthy, Co Wexford, learned that he was adopted at birth when he was 23 years old. William Enright, who was raised in Enniscorthy, Co Wexford, learned that he was adopted at birth when he was 23 years old. http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20221204a1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20221204a1.mp3 45:11 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 04 Dec 2022 13:00:00 +0000 Cathy Geagan was appointed as Ireland’s first Consul General to Western Canada in August 2022. Cathy Geagan was appointed as Ireland’s first Consul General to Western Canada in August 2022. http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20221127b1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20221127b1.mp3 26:21 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 27 Nov 2022 13:30:00 +0000 Consul General Janice McGann is from Dublin and joined the Department of Foreign Affairs in 2006. She was appointed as Consul General of Ireland in Toronto in August 2022. Consul General Janice McGann is from Dublin and joined the Department of Foreign Affairs in 2006. She was appointed as Consul General of Ireland in Toronto in August 2022. http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20221127a1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20221127a1.mp3 27:26 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 27 Nov 2022 13:00:00 +0000 Peter Kenny provides a guided tour of Kilkenny Castle Peter Kenny provides a guided tour of Kilkenny Castle http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20221120a1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20221120a1.mp3 53:41 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 20 Nov 2022 13:00:00 +0000 In the past 22 years we have supported 2,240 people to return home from various parts of the world, for many this was a dream come true and a life changing experience. We wish to continue to support people to come home even in these challenging times. In the past 22 years we have supported 2,240 people to return home from various parts of the world, for many this was a dream come true and a life changing experience. We wish to continue to support people to come home even in these challenging times. http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20221113c1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20221113c1.mp3 13:30 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 13 Nov 2022 12:45:00 +0000 A bible, black comedy about a prodigal son returning to his hometown to seek salvation for his sins. A bible, black comedy about a prodigal son returning to his hometown to seek salvation for his sins. http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20221113a1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20221113a1.mp3 30:27 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 13 Nov 2022 12:00:00 +0000 Damian McElgunn - Director - Bród Damian McElgunn - Director - Bród http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20221113b1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20221113b1.mp3 15:50 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sat, 12 Nov 2022 19:48:22 +0000 Gangster’s Guide to Sobriety: a darkly humorous & inspiring 1st person account of the larger-than-life exploits & ultimate redemption of an Irish gangster-turned-actor-turned-sober-storyteller—written in collaboration with the creators of Silicon Valley Gangster’s Guide to Sobriety: a darkly humorous & inspiring 1st person account of the larger-than-life exploits & ultimate redemption of an Irish gangster-turned-actor-turned-sober-storyteller—written in collaboration with the creators of Silicon Valley http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20221105a1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20221105a1.mp3 57:28 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 06 Nov 2022 12:00:00 +0000 Ghost Eire is a paranormal team based in Ireland. They investigate historical haunted locations along with places that have never been investigated before, using equipment with scientific emphasis and conducting old traditional experiments. Ghost Eire is a paranormal team based in Ireland. They investigate historical haunted locations along with places that have never been investigated before, using equipment with scientific emphasis and conducting old traditional experiments. http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20221030b1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20221030b1.mp3 45:46 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 30 Oct 2022 12:10:00 +0000 Lisa Furlong provides a history and overview. Paul Reck who is a guide at the park describes some of the features along the route Lisa Furlong provides a history and overview. Paul Reck who is a guide at the park describes some of the features along the route http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20221030a1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20221030a1.mp3 12:15 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 30 Oct 2022 12:00:00 +0000 The Irish Labour History Society (ILHS) was established in 1973, with a founding objective to; ‘promote the knowledge of Irish labour and of Irish people in labour history abroad and labour history in general; the appreciation of the importance of labour The Irish Labour History Society (ILHS) was established in 1973, with a founding objective to; ‘promote the knowledge of Irish labour and of Irish people in labour history abroad and labour history in general; the appreciation of the importance of labour http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20221023a1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20221023a1.mp3 50:35 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 23 Oct 2022 12:00:00 +0000 Folklore, Mythology and Literature: Beyond the Forest Floor by Joanne McFall Joanne McFall is a teacher and writer from south east Ireland Folklore, Mythology and Literature: Beyond the Forest Floor by Joanne McFall Joanne McFall is a teacher and writer from south east Ireland http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20221016c1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20221016c1.mp3 5:29 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 16 Oct 2022 12:55:00 +0000 John Finucane is an Irish lawyer, and Sinn Féin politician. He has been the Member of Parliament (MP) for the Belfast North constituency of the House of Commons of the United Kingdom since the 2019 general election. John Finucane is an Irish lawyer, and Sinn Féin politician. He has been the Member of Parliament (MP) for the Belfast North constituency of the House of Commons of the United Kingdom since the 2019 general election. http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20221016b1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20221016b1.mp3 19:00 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 16 Oct 2022 12:30:00 +0000 Growing up during The Troubles, I was determined that I was not going to be forced into Irish unity by terrorist violence or the threat of it. At the time, there was no space to think about a different future. But since then, we have had peace Growing up during The Troubles, I was determined that I was not going to be forced into Irish unity by terrorist violence or the threat of it. At the time, there was no space to think about a different future. But since then, we have had peace http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20221016a1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20221016a1.mp3 30:29 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 16 Oct 2022 12:00:00 +0000 NOLLAIG CASEY is one of Ireland’s most gifted musicians, with her own unique way of playing traditional Irish music on the fiddle and has such a distinctive sound that it would be impossible to mistake it for that of anyone else. NOLLAIG CASEY is one of Ireland’s most gifted musicians, with her own unique way of playing traditional Irish music on the fiddle and has such a distinctive sound that it would be impossible to mistake it for that of anyone else. http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20221009b1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20221009b1.mp3 15:59 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 09 Oct 2022 12:40:00 +0000 Anthony Nolan provides a guided walk through the museum Anthony Nolan provides a guided walk through the museum http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20221009a1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20221009a1.mp3 41:27 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 09 Oct 2022 12:00:00 +0000 Danny Kearns Danny Kearns http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20221002a1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20221002a1.mp3 54:51 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 02 Oct 2022 12:00:00 +0000 This week we hear from Senator Frances Black, Chair of IRELAND'S FUTURE. We also hear from Andrew Clarke, a Belfast student and Canadian MP James Maloney about the Oct 1st Together We Can event that is occurring in Dublin. This week we hear from Senator Frances Black, Chair of IRELAND'S FUTURE. We also hear from Andrew Clarke, a Belfast student and Canadian MP James Maloney about the Oct 1st Together We Can event that is occurring in Dublin. http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20220925c1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20220925c1.mp3 11:02 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 25 Sep 2022 12:50:00 +0000 This week we hear from Senator Frances Black, Chair of IRELAND'S FUTURE. We also hear from Andrew Clarke, a Belfast student and Canadian MP James Maloney about the Oct 1st Together We Can event that is occurring in Dublin. This week we hear from Senator Frances Black, Chair of IRELAND'S FUTURE. We also hear from Andrew Clarke, a Belfast student and Canadian MP James Maloney about the Oct 1st Together We Can event that is occurring in Dublin. http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20220925b1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20220925b1.mp3 22:48 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 25 Sep 2022 12:25:00 +0000 This week we hear from Senator Frances Black, Chair of IRELAND'S FUTURE. We also hear from Andrew Clarke, a Belfast student and Canadian MP James Maloney about the Oct 1st Together We Can event that is occurring in Dublin. This week we hear from Senator Frances Black, Chair of IRELAND'S FUTURE. We also hear from Andrew Clarke, a Belfast student and Canadian MP James Maloney about the Oct 1st Together We Can event that is occurring in Dublin. http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20220925a1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20220925a1.mp3 25:59 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 25 Sep 2022 12:00:00 +0000 Bobby was born in Cork City and moved in 1970 to St. John's, Newfoundland, where for years he led The Sons of Erin. He has performed with The Irish Rovers and many others. Bobby was born in Cork City and moved in 1970 to St. John's, Newfoundland, where for years he led The Sons of Erin. He has performed with The Irish Rovers and many others. http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20220918a1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20220918a1.mp3 42:52 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 18 Sep 2022 12:00:00 +0000 Ana Ní Chuarta Ana Ní Chuarta http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20220911a1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20220911a1.mp3 52:37 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 11 Sep 2022 12:00:00 +0000 Ex O Paul Kavanagh LÉ James Joyce on the vessle's upcoming visit to Halifax. Ex O Paul Kavanagh LÉ James Joyce on the vessle's upcoming visit to Halifax. http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20220904b1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20220904b1.mp3 17:46 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 04 Sep 2022 12:40:00 +0000 Eleanor McGrath talks about an upcoming event: 3 Chefs, 3 Visions, 3 Nations, 9 Courses. Eleanor McGrath talks about an upcoming event: 3 Chefs, 3 Visions, 3 Nations, 9 Courses. http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20220904a1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20220904a1.mp3 39:45 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 04 Sep 2022 12:00:00 +0000 Patrick Murray OIFF Reviews Irish entries at TIFF Patrick Murray OIFF Reviews Irish entries at TIFF http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20220828d1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20220828d1.mp3 4:48 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 28 Aug 2022 12:55:00 +0000 Dianne Brydon President BIFHSGO outlines the program for the 2022 conference. Dianne Brydon President BIFHSGO outlines the program for the 2022 conference. http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20220828c1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20220828c1.mp3 12:24 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 28 Aug 2022 12:45:00 +0000 Jim Kelly and his family from the Ottawa region share their history & contribution to Shoeboxes. Jim Kelly and his family from the Ottawa region share their history & contribution to Shoeboxes. http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20220828b1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20220828b1.mp3 19:43 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 28 Aug 2022 12:25:00 +0000 Kevin & Eleanor Lee have both retired from a lifetime spent in teaching and education management. Kevin & Eleanor Lee have both retired from a lifetime spent in teaching and education management. http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20220928a1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20220928a1.mp3 21:43 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 28 Aug 2022 12:00:00 +0000 Joanna McFall on Boglands in Irish Folklore Joanna McFall on Boglands in Irish Folklore http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20220821b1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20220821b1.mp3 4:59 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 21 Aug 2022 12:55:00 +0000 Juliet Short, Shane Dunne, Philip Purcell, Joao Pualo Santos Cavalcante,Shane Rafferty, James Herrera O'Malley, Cesaire Tchoudjuen, Adrien Billaud: of the Emerald Warriors Squad Juliet Short, Shane Dunne, Philip Purcell, Joao Pualo Santos Cavalcante,Shane Rafferty, James Herrera O'Malley, Cesaire Tchoudjuen, Adrien Billaud: of the Emerald Warriors Squad http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20220821a1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20220821a1.mp3 50:18 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 21 Aug 2022 12:00:00 +0000 Joe Jencks is an international touring musician, award-winning songwriter and celebrated vocalist, known for his performances of musical beauty, social consciousness and spiritual exploration. Joe Jencks is an international touring musician, award-winning songwriter and celebrated vocalist, known for his performances of musical beauty, social consciousness and spiritual exploration. http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20220814b1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20220814b1.mp3 29:58 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 14 Aug 2022 12:25:00 +0000 Richie Fagan & Gary Gaughan: Emerald Warriors RFC Dublin About Bingham Cup Ottawa 2022 & Bingham Cup History Richie Fagan & Gary Gaughan: Emerald Warriors RFC Dublin About Bingham Cup Ottawa 2022 & Bingham Cup History http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20220814a1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20220814a1.mp3 21:24 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 14 Aug 2022 12:00:00 +0000 John Boylan, Jim Watson, Grant Vogl, Sean Kealey, Sean McKenny John Boylan, Jim Watson, Grant Vogl, Sean Kealey, Sean McKenny http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20220807b1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20220807b1.mp3 22:51 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 07 Aug 2022 12:35:00 +0000 John Mannion holds a BA and MA from University College Dublin, and a PhD from the University of Toronto. Now retired, he was a professor of Geography at Memorial University of Newfoundland in St John’s from 1969 to 2005. John Mannion holds a BA and MA from University College Dublin, and a PhD from the University of Toronto. Now retired, he was a professor of Geography at Memorial University of Newfoundland in St John’s from 1969 to 2005. http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20220807a1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20220807a1.mp3 31:41 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 07 Aug 2022 12:00:00 +0000 Dawn Beaton Artistic Director Celtic Colours. Dawn Beaton Artistic Director Celtic Colours. http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20220731c1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20220731c1.mp3 12:40 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 31 Jul 2022 12:45:00 +0000 Cheryl Prashker Artistic Director/General Manager Goderich Celtic Roots Festival & College Cheryl Prashker Artistic Director/General Manager Goderich Celtic Roots Festival & College http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20220731b1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20220731b1.mp3 16:52 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 31 Jul 2022 12:25:00 +0000 Fergus Keyes - Director of the Montreal Irish Monument Park Foundation Fergus Keyes - Director of the Montreal Irish Monument Park Foundation http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20220731a1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20220731a1.mp3 19:32 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 31 Jul 2022 12:00:00 +0000 Michael McBane Michael McBane http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20220724c1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20220724c1.mp3 10:40 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 24 Jul 2022 12:50:00 +0000 Bryan Daly Past President ISNCR: Celtic Cross Memorial Ceremony Mon Aug 01 2022 at 02:00 pm Ottawa Rideau Canal at the Ottawa Locks of the Rideau Canal at the Ottawa River, just below Parliament Hill. 1 Canal Lane, Ottawa | Ottawa Bryan Daly Past President ISNCR: Celtic Cross Memorial Ceremony Mon Aug 01 2022 at 02:00 pm Ottawa Rideau Canal at the Ottawa Locks of the Rideau Canal at the Ottawa River, just below Parliament Hill. 1 Canal Lane, Ottawa | Ottawa http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20220724b1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20220724b1.mp3 11:33 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 24 Jul 2022 12:40:00 +0000 Patricia Carey, the CEO of the Adoption Authority of Ireland Patricia Carey, the CEO of the Adoption Authority of Ireland http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20220724a1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20220724a1.mp3 28:14 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 24 Jul 2022 12:00:00 +0000 In 2010, Michael Darcy packed up his songs and guitar, left his home in the green hills of Co. Clare, Ireland and journeyed westward across the Atlantic – to Toronto In 2010, Michael Darcy packed up his songs and guitar, left his home in the green hills of Co. Clare, Ireland and journeyed westward across the Atlantic – to Toronto http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20220717c1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20220717c1.mp3 10:00 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 17 Jul 2022 12:45:00 +0000 2022 Canadian Folk Music Awards Nominee Pat Chessell to release his new EP, The Ghosts of Yesterday. 2022 Canadian Folk Music Awards Nominee Pat Chessell to release his new EP, The Ghosts of Yesterday. http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20220717b1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20220717b1.mp3 11:33 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 17 Jul 2022 12:25:00 +0000 Frank Flood has come to the end of his term as Consul General of Ireland to Vancouver. Frank reflects on the years and his achievement as he returns to Ireland to start his retirement. Frank Flood has come to the end of his term as Consul General of Ireland to Vancouver. Frank reflects on the years and his achievement as he returns to Ireland to start his retirement. http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20220717a1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20220717a1.mp3 26:47 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 17 Jul 2022 12:00:00 +0000 David says: "Semidelinquent" is a soulful rock n roll eulogy to dysfunctional love, sang and spewed amidst a new big band sound. It’s brash, poetic and proud.” David says: "Semidelinquent" is a soulful rock n roll eulogy to dysfunctional love, sang and spewed amidst a new big band sound. It’s brash, poetic and proud.” http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20220710c1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20220710c1.mp3 7:57 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 10 Jul 2022 12:45:00 +0000 Paul Casey - singer-songwriter felt compelled to write and record the track after watching news of the tragic school shooting in Uvalde, Texas. Paul Casey - singer-songwriter felt compelled to write and record the track after watching news of the tragic school shooting in Uvalde, Texas. http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20220710b1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20220710b1.mp3 7:57 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 10 Jul 2022 12:35:00 +0000 Michael Hogan is the author of 18 books, a collection of short stories, 6 books of poetry, collected essays on teaching in Latin America, a novel, & a history of the Irish battalion in Mexico which formed the basis for an MGM movie starring Tom Berenger. Michael Hogan is the author of 18 books, a collection of short stories, 6 books of poetry, collected essays on teaching in Latin America, a novel, & a history of the Irish battalion in Mexico which formed the basis for an MGM movie starring Tom Berenger. http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20220710a1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20220710a1.mp3 28:50 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 10 Jul 2022 12:00:00 +0000 Dimitri Lazarev, Ash Adams, Ciaran Haughey, Jaz Gurman, Patrick Murray Dimitri Lazarev, Ash Adams, Ciaran Haughey, Jaz Gurman, Patrick Murray http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=202207031.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=202207031.mp3 59:52 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 03 Jul 2022 12:00:00 +0000 Vivian McAllister Vivian McAllister http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20220626a1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20220626a1.mp3 23:20 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Tue, 28 Jun 2022 12:00:00 +0000 Éamonn McEneaney Director of the Waterford Museums talks about the Museum of Time Éamonn McEneaney Director of the Waterford Museums talks about the Museum of Time http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20220626c1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20220626c1.mp3 13:19 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 26 Jun 2022 12:45:00 +0000 Kate Bevan-Baker & Gearóid Ó hAllmhuráin talk about an upcoming Irish tour that includes the Willie Clancy Summer School in Miltown Malbay Kate Bevan-Baker & Gearóid Ó hAllmhuráin talk about an upcoming Irish tour that includes the Willie Clancy Summer School in Miltown Malbay http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20220626b1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20220626b1.mp3 19:43 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 26 Jun 2022 12:25:00 +0000 Aaron McIntyre of Clifton House: Today, Clifton House is Belfast’s most historic meeting venue, offering an inspiring space for a wide range of events including seminars, conferences, strategic planning sessions and private fine dining. Aaron McIntyre of Clifton House: Today, Clifton House is Belfast’s most historic meeting venue, offering an inspiring space for a wide range of events including seminars, conferences, strategic planning sessions and private fine dining. http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20220619b1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20220619b1.mp3 20:34 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 19 Jun 2022 12:35:00 +0000 Canadian Spy Story: Irish Revolutionaries and the Secret Police - A New Book by David A. Wilson Canadian Spy Story: Irish Revolutionaries and the Secret Police - A New Book by David A. Wilson http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20220619a1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20220619a1.mp3 36:25 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 19 Jun 2022 12:00:00 +0000 Mary Durkan & Richard Harte - Bloomsday 2022 - Toronto Mary Durkan & Richard Harte - Bloomsday 2022 - Toronto http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20220612c1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20220612c1.mp3 23:54 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 12 Jun 2022 12:35:00 +0000 Rosemary O'Brien - Bloomsday 2022 - Ottawa Rosemary O'Brien - Bloomsday 2022 - Ottawa http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20220612b1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20220612b1.mp3 9:56 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 12 Jun 2022 12:25:00 +0000 Montreal boasts the largest Bloomsday festival in Canada with event-filled days that stretch over five to six days. Montreal boasts the largest Bloomsday festival in Canada with event-filled days that stretch over five to six days. http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20220612a1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20220612a1.mp3 26:00 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 12 Jun 2022 12:00:00 +0000 Deirdre Finnerty - For over seventy years, Bessborough House, a grand country mansion on the outskirts of Cork city, operated as one of Ireland’s biggest mother and baby institutions. Deirdre Finnerty - For over seventy years, Bessborough House, a grand country mansion on the outskirts of Cork city, operated as one of Ireland’s biggest mother and baby institutions. http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20220605b1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20220605b1.mp3 24:18 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 05 Jun 2022 12:30:00 +0000 Michele Holmgren: Canada to Ireland: Poetry, Politics, and the Shaping of Canadian Nationalism, 1788-1900 In the eighteenth and nineteenth centuries, Irish writers played a key role in transatlantic cultural conversations Michele Holmgren: Canada to Ireland: Poetry, Politics, and the Shaping of Canadian Nationalism, 1788-1900 In the eighteenth and nineteenth centuries, Irish writers played a key role in transatlantic cultural conversations http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20220605a1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20220605a1.mp3 28:24 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 05 Jun 2022 12:00:00 +0000 Patrick Murray Exec Director with a monthly review of Irish Movies. This month: Taking a look at KANOPY, the streaming service available through the local library www.irishfilmfestivalottawa.ca Patrick Murray Exec Director with a monthly review of Irish Movies. This month: Taking a look at KANOPY, the streaming service available through the local library www.irishfilmfestivalottawa.ca http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20220529c1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20220529c1.mp3 6:14 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 29 May 2022 12:55:00 +0000 Ambassador McKee talks of the process of "imagining " what Ireland could be as history unfolded Ambassador McKee talks of the process of "imagining " what Ireland could be as history unfolded http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20220529b1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20220529b1.mp3 12:31 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 29 May 2022 12:40:00 +0000 Gavin Foster: Civil War & the early years of the Irish Free State Gavin Foster: Civil War & the early years of the Irish Free State http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20220529a1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20220529a1.mp3 40:26 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 29 May 2022 12:00:00 +0000 Eamonn McKee: Irish Ambassador to Canada Eamonn McKee: Irish Ambassador to Canada http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20220522c1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20220522c1.mp3 11:14 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 22 May 2022 12:50:00 +0000 Claudia Carroll, Actor, Author and Playwrite Claudia Carroll, Actor, Author and Playwrite http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20220522b1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20220522b1.mp3 25:29 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 22 May 2022 12:25:00 +0000 John P. Kelly & Robin Guy John P. Kelly & Robin Guy http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20220522a1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20220522a1.mp3 23:45 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 22 May 2022 12:00:00 +0000 Marc MacLoughlin: BRANAR TÉATAR DO PHÁISTÍ, IRELAND Marc MacLoughlin: BRANAR TÉATAR DO PHÁISTÍ, IRELAND http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20220515c1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20220515c1.mp3 10:10 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 15 May 2022 12:50:00 +0000 The Libravian (Written and Performed by James Riordan of explores themes of courage and identity, celebrating brilliant books and diverse stories through big-hearted physical comedy. The Libravian (Written and Performed by James Riordan of explores themes of courage and identity, celebrating brilliant books and diverse stories through big-hearted physical comedy. http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20220515b1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20220515b1.mp3 12:57 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 15 May 2022 12:35:00 +0000 Alan Corcoran - 35 marathons in 35 consecutive days Alan Corcoran - 35 marathons in 35 consecutive days http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20220515a1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20220515a1.mp3 33:33 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 15 May 2022 12:00:00 +0000 Maureen Mulvey-O'Leary Maureen Mulvey-O'Leary http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20220508c1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20220508c1.mp3 14:37 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 08 May 2022 13:45:00 +0000 Ann Gorman-McKinney-Colleen Mulvey O'Leary Ann Gorman-McKinney-Colleen Mulvey O'Leary http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20220508b1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20220508b1.mp3 24:54 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 08 May 2022 13:20:00 +0000 Chris Collenette: President of the Ireland Canada Business Association discusses the recent forum The Maple Leaf and the Shamrock - Why More Canadian Companies are Choosing Ireland as their Natural European Base. Chris Collenette: President of the Ireland Canada Business Association discusses the recent forum The Maple Leaf and the Shamrock - Why More Canadian Companies are Choosing Ireland as their Natural European Base. http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20220508a1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20220508a1.mp3 19:44 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 08 May 2022 13:00:00 +0000 To mark the centenary of James Joyce’s Ulysses, we are inviting young authors to write about any one day in your own life, real or imagined, in your own part of the world, in your own voice. To mark the centenary of James Joyce’s Ulysses, we are inviting young authors to write about any one day in your own life, real or imagined, in your own part of the world, in your own voice. http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20220501c1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20220501c1.mp3 16:31 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 01 May 2022 13:45:00 +0000 Tara Byrne, Arts Programme Manager and Bealtaine Festival Artistic Director talks about the Bealtaine Festival. Tara Byrne, Arts Programme Manager and Bealtaine Festival Artistic Director talks about the Bealtaine Festival. http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20220501b1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20220501b1.mp3 17:59 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 01 May 2022 13:25:00 +0000 Critically-praised Canadian-Irish author COLIN BARRETT. Colin’s highly anticipated second book HOMESICKNESS comes out on May 3, and is a wonderfully wry collection of short stories following the lives of outcasts, misfits, and malcontents from County Mayo Critically-praised Canadian-Irish author COLIN BARRETT. Colin’s highly anticipated second book HOMESICKNESS comes out on May 3, and is a wonderfully wry collection of short stories following the lives of outcasts, misfits, and malcontents from County Mayo http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20220501a1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20220501a1.mp3 23:24 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 01 May 2022 13:00:00 +0000 Patrick Murray reviews some Irish movies available on free streaming services Patrick Murray reviews some Irish movies available on free streaming services http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20220424c1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20220424c1.mp3 8:51 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 24 Apr 2022 13:50:00 +0000 Bytown 1847 Élisabeth Bruyère and the Irish Famine Refugees By Michael McBane Bytown 1847 Élisabeth Bruyère and the Irish Famine Refugees By Michael McBane http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20220424b1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20220424b1.mp3 16:47 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 24 Apr 2022 13:35:00 +0000 Former Canadian Hockey Player Brock Montgomery (29) from Moose Jaw and Claire de Haas (27) from the Netherlands-Caretakers Great Blasket Island 2002 from Apr 1 - Oct 1 Former Canadian Hockey Player Brock Montgomery (29) from Moose Jaw and Claire de Haas (27) from the Netherlands-Caretakers Great Blasket Island 2002 from Apr 1 - Oct 1 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20220424a1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20220424a1.mp3 26:54 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 24 Apr 2022 13:00:00 +0000 Michael Boyle - Remember Newfoundland is not merely a place but it is a state of mind. So enjoy the journey and the real fun is being able to have a laugh. Michael Boyle - Remember Newfoundland is not merely a place but it is a state of mind. So enjoy the journey and the real fun is being able to have a laugh. http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20220417c1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20220417c1.mp3 17:33 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 17 Apr 2022 13:45:00 +0000 Anthony Street talks about Celtic Illusion and the the combination of scintillating dance and illusion. Anthony Street talks about Celtic Illusion and the the combination of scintillating dance and illusion. http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20220417b1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20220417b1.mp3 27:53 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 17 Apr 2022 13:15:00 +0000 "Jolly’s" performs irish pub songs and traditional celtic folk. The very best of irish songs and traditional tunes in a modern reading of "Jolly's" find more and more funs in many countries and always create a real atmosphere of the national holiday. "Jolly’s" performs irish pub songs and traditional celtic folk. The very best of irish songs and traditional tunes in a modern reading of "Jolly's" find more and more funs in many countries and always create a real atmosphere of the national holiday. http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20220410a2.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20220410a2.mp3 11:03 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 17 Apr 2022 13:00:00 +0000 Fin's Fishtales Fictional short stories. Some new, some old. Some not yet written. Fin's Fishtales Fictional short stories. Some new, some old. Some not yet written. http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20220410c1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20220410c1.mp3 18:20 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 10 Apr 2022 13:45:00 +0000 Peter O’Brien is the founder of Happenings which runs civic-minded events across the city and beyond each summer. Peter O’Brien is the founder of Happenings which runs civic-minded events across the city and beyond each summer. http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20220410b1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20220410b1.mp3 24:55 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 10 Apr 2022 13:15:00 +0000 Nathan Mannion Head of Exhibitions and Programmes talks about the current D'Arcy McGee exhibition at EPIC in Dublin. Irish emigrants have had a notable influence on the history of Canada but few have left a greater impact than Thomas D’Arcy McGee. Nathan Mannion Head of Exhibitions and Programmes talks about the current D'Arcy McGee exhibition at EPIC in Dublin. Irish emigrants have had a notable influence on the history of Canada but few have left a greater impact than Thomas D’Arcy McGee. http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20220410a1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20220410a1.mp3 15:52 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 10 Apr 2022 13:00:00 +0000 Padraic Moyles joined Riverdance in 1997, going on to become Dance Captain and Principal Dancer and also being nominated for an Ovation Award for his leading role in the show. Padraic Moyles joined Riverdance in 1997, going on to become Dance Captain and Principal Dancer and also being nominated for an Ovation Award for his leading role in the show. http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20220403d1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20220403d1.mp3 20:41 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 03 Apr 2022 13:50:00 +0000 Matt Bissonnette’s new feature is a highly emotional and entertaining drama, supported by a magnificent interpretation by Gabriel Byrne and the presence of many iconic songs by Leonard Cohen. Matt Bissonnette’s new feature is a highly emotional and entertaining drama, supported by a magnificent interpretation by Gabriel Byrne and the presence of many iconic songs by Leonard Cohen. http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20220403c1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20220403c1.mp3 5:54 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 03 Apr 2022 13:35:00 +0000 Lost Children of The Carricks: Defying the Great Irish Famine to Create a Canadian Legacy. Written and directed by Professor Gearóid Ó hAllmhuráin. Lost Children of The Carricks: Defying the Great Irish Famine to Create a Canadian Legacy. Written and directed by Professor Gearóid Ó hAllmhuráin. http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20220403b1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20220403b1.mp3 19:26 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 03 Apr 2022 13:15:00 +0000 Hazel Doupe stars in the upcoming film being screened at the Irish Film Festival Ottawa, You Are Not My Mother. In a North Dublin housing estate Char's mother goes missing. When she returns Char is determined to uncover the truth of her disappearance Hazel Doupe stars in the upcoming film being screened at the Irish Film Festival Ottawa, You Are Not My Mother. In a North Dublin housing estate Char's mother goes missing. When she returns Char is determined to uncover the truth of her disappearance http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20220403a1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20220403a1.mp3 12:55 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 03 Apr 2022 13:00:00 +0000 Irish Film Festival celebrates Irish culture, language, humour and history through the modern medium of film. Founded in Mar 2014, the festival showcases recent films of all genres from Irish filmmakers. Irish Film Festival celebrates Irish culture, language, humour and history through the modern medium of film. Founded in Mar 2014, the festival showcases recent films of all genres from Irish filmmakers. http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20220327c1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20220327c1.mp3 13:19 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 27 Mar 2022 13:45:00 +0000 Tilting is one of the most historically significant settlements in Eastern Canada. Tilting is one of the most historically significant settlements in Eastern Canada. http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20220327b1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20220327b1.mp3 17:08 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 27 Mar 2022 13:30:00 +0000 Tilting is noted for the large number of traditional Newfoundland fishing structures and houses, many of which have been restored in recent years. The community is noteworthy for the longevity of its Irish culture and dialect. Tilting is noted for the large number of traditional Newfoundland fishing structures and houses, many of which have been restored in recent years. The community is noteworthy for the longevity of its Irish culture and dialect. http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20220327a1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20220327a1.mp3 28:46 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 27 Mar 2022 13:00:00 +0000 Ambassador Eamonn McKee: The Hon Seamus O'Regan: James Maloney MP: Ray Bassett: Catherine McKenna: Ciaran Cannon TD pay tribute to Jim Kelly Ambassador Eamonn McKee: The Hon Seamus O'Regan: James Maloney MP: Ray Bassett: Catherine McKenna: Ciaran Cannon TD pay tribute to Jim Kelly http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20220320b1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20220320b1.mp3 38:42 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 20 Mar 2022 12:20:00 +0000 Minister Michael McGrath visited Vancouver as part of the Irish Government St. Patrick's Ministerial travel initiative. Minister Michael McGrath visited Vancouver as part of the Irish Government St. Patrick's Ministerial travel initiative. http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20220320a1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20220320a1.mp3 20:18 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 20 Mar 2022 12:00:00 +0000 Born & raised in Ireland, the talented rapper relocated to Ottawa, Canada, with his team to open up more opportunities. Steph Lyon uses all his focus on sharing his unique approach to hip-hop. With a signature Drill Trap sound & focused on mindful living Born & raised in Ireland, the talented rapper relocated to Ottawa, Canada, with his team to open up more opportunities. Steph Lyon uses all his focus on sharing his unique approach to hip-hop. With a signature Drill Trap sound & focused on mindful living http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20220313c1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20220313c1.mp3 17:24 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 13 Mar 2022 13:40:00 +0000 Brandon Steen focuses on something close to his heart the Irish diaspora in Toronto, a community of which he counts himself to be a part of. Brandon's Great, Great, Great Grandparents John and Frances Steen sailed in 1850 from Co Cavan Brandon Steen focuses on something close to his heart the Irish diaspora in Toronto, a community of which he counts himself to be a part of. Brandon's Great, Great, Great Grandparents John and Frances Steen sailed in 1850 from Co Cavan http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20220313b1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20220313b1.mp3 18:32 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 13 Mar 2022 13:20:00 +0000 Matthew Gilsenan, James Nelson and Daryl Simpson are the Celtic Tenors. Matthew Gilsenan, James Nelson and Daryl Simpson are the Celtic Tenors. http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20220313a1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20220313a1.mp3 13:19 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 13 Mar 2022 13:00:00 +0000 This week we chat with some Irish organizations across the country and hear of their St Patrick's Day/Week/Month plans and activities. Sean Kealey of the Irish Society of the National Capital region. This week we chat with some Irish organizations across the country and hear of their St Patrick's Day/Week/Month plans and activities. Sean Kealey of the Irish Society of the National Capital region. http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20220306d1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20220306d1.mp3 6:37 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 06 Mar 2022 13:50:00 +0000 This week we chat with some Irish organizations across the country and hear of their St Patrick's Day/Week/Month plans and activities. John Barry of The Irish Club of Mississauga This week we chat with some Irish organizations across the country and hear of their St Patrick's Day/Week/Month plans and activities. John Barry of The Irish Club of Mississauga http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20220306c1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20220306c1.mp3 15:18 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 06 Mar 2022 13:35:00 +0000 Kevin Tracey of the United Irish Society of Montreal, Jen Keir of the Ottawa Gaels, Kevin Tracey of the United Irish Society of Montreal, Jen Keir of the Ottawa Gaels, http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20220306b1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20220306b1.mp3 14:12 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 06 Mar 2022 13:20:00 +0000 James Maloney MP tells of the background and impact of Irish Heritage Month and the motion that was passed in the House of Commons last year. James Maloney MP tells of the background and impact of Irish Heritage Month and the motion that was passed in the House of Commons last year. http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20220306a1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20220306a1.mp3 19:59 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 06 Mar 2022 13:00:00 +0000 Patrick Murray of the Irish Film Festival Ottawa talks about Aoife McArdle directing 3 episodes of Severence on Apple TV. Aoife previously directed Kissing Candace which was screened at IFFO. Also Claire Dunne's “Herself”. Which is available on Amazon Pr Patrick Murray of the Irish Film Festival Ottawa talks about Aoife McArdle directing 3 episodes of Severence on Apple TV. Aoife previously directed Kissing Candace which was screened at IFFO. Also Claire Dunne's “Herself”. Which is available on Amazon Pr http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20220227c1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20220227c1.mp3 12:16 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 27 Feb 2022 13:50:00 +0000 CelticFest Vancouver is Western Canada’s biggest annual Celtic festival. CelticFest is a rich cultural celebration of the seven Celtic nations’ kinship and community. CelticFest Vancouver is Western Canada’s biggest annual Celtic festival. CelticFest is a rich cultural celebration of the seven Celtic nations’ kinship and community. http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20220227b1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20220227b1.mp3 13:06 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 27 Feb 2022 13:35:00 +0000 From Anne Griffin, the bestselling author of When All is Said, comes Listening Still, a refreshing new novel about a young woman who can hear the dead—a talent which is both a gift and a curse. From Anne Griffin, the bestselling author of When All is Said, comes Listening Still, a refreshing new novel about a young woman who can hear the dead—a talent which is both a gift and a curse. http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20220227a1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20220227a1.mp3 33:49 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 27 Feb 2022 13:00:00 +0000 Raymond Keogh: a lifetime dedicated to understanding his own family’s complex social history, became the ideal blend in which he developed the concept of our common or universal Identity. Raymond Keogh: a lifetime dedicated to understanding his own family’s complex social history, became the ideal blend in which he developed the concept of our common or universal Identity. http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20220220b1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20220220b1.mp3 32:51 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 20 Feb 2022 13:25:00 +0000 Karen Walshe Karen Walshe http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20220220a1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20220220a1.mp3 21:58 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 20 Feb 2022 13:00:00 +0000 Patrick Murray of the Irish Film Festival Ottawa discusses the Irish nominees. Patrick Murray of the Irish Film Festival Ottawa discusses the Irish nominees. http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20220213c1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20220213c1.mp3 9:58 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 13 Feb 2022 13:50:00 +0000 Sjef Frenken talks about Padraig O'Broin (J. Patrick Byrne), 1908-1967, was an internationally known Canadian Poet. He ranks among the great Canadian Poets of his time Sjef Frenken talks about Padraig O'Broin (J. Patrick Byrne), 1908-1967, was an internationally known Canadian Poet. He ranks among the great Canadian Poets of his time http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20220213b1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20220213b1.mp3 18:14 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 13 Feb 2022 13:30:00 +0000 Orla Dolan, Seamus O'Reilly Orla Dolan, Seamus O'Reilly http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20220213a1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20220213a1.mp3 24:19 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 13 Feb 2022 13:00:00 +0000 Sandra Moffatt of Tourism Ireland on updated requirements and travel offerings Sandra Moffatt of Tourism Ireland on updated requirements and travel offerings http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20220206b1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20220206b1.mp3 11:07 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 06 Feb 2022 13:50:00 +0000 Gabrielle Farquhar & Ciarán O'Callaghan, Elizabeth Hanna Gabrielle Farquhar & Ciarán O'Callaghan, Elizabeth Hanna http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20220206a1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20220206a1.mp3 43:57 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 06 Feb 2022 13:00:00 +0000 Maura de Freitas is Festival Dir of the Brigid Festival Vancouver and also co-founder of the Irish Benevolent Society of B.C. & former managing editor and publisher of The Celtic Connection newspaper which served Irish communities across N America Maura de Freitas is Festival Dir of the Brigid Festival Vancouver and also co-founder of the Irish Benevolent Society of B.C. & former managing editor and publisher of The Celtic Connection newspaper which served Irish communities across N America http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20220130b1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20220130b1.mp3 12:47 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 30 Jan 2022 13:45:00 +0000 Ambassador Eamonn McKee & Frank Flood, Consul General of Ireland, Vancouver Ambassador Eamonn McKee & Frank Flood, Consul General of Ireland, Vancouver http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20220130a1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20220130a1.mp3 45:59 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 30 Jan 2022 13:00:00 +0000 Sean O'Casey talks about his work in an interview recorded 1962 Sean O'Casey talks about his work in an interview recorded 1962 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20220123b1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20220123b1.mp3 15:09 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 23 Jan 2022 13:45:00 +0000 Paula Kennedy, Tara Giddens : Kathleen Blake "Kit" Coleman was an Irish-Canadian newspaper columnist. Coleman was the world's first accredited female war correspondent, covering the Spanish–American War for the Toronto Mail in 1898. Paula Kennedy, Tara Giddens : Kathleen Blake "Kit" Coleman was an Irish-Canadian newspaper columnist. Coleman was the world's first accredited female war correspondent, covering the Spanish–American War for the Toronto Mail in 1898. http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20220123a1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20220123a1.mp3 44:39 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 23 Jan 2022 13:00:00 +0000 Bridget Brownlow is the Conflict Resolution Advisor for Saint Mary’s University. She was the only Canadian among 11 people who received his 2021 Presidential Distinguished Service Award for the Irish Abroad. Bridget Brownlow is the Conflict Resolution Advisor for Saint Mary’s University. She was the only Canadian among 11 people who received his 2021 Presidential Distinguished Service Award for the Irish Abroad. http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20220116b1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20220116b1.mp3 34:50 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 16 Jan 2022 13:25:00 +0000 Celebrating 10 years of service, The Eamonn O’Loghlin Irish Canadian Immigration Centre assists Irish diaspora from across the island of Ireland, offering outreach and information in Canada Celebrating 10 years of service, The Eamonn O’Loghlin Irish Canadian Immigration Centre assists Irish diaspora from across the island of Ireland, offering outreach and information in Canada http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20220116a1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20220116a1.mp3 21:38 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 16 Jan 2022 13:00:00 +0000 Majella McAllister Museum founder and Youth Voices lead at the Museum of Childhood Ireland talks about the background and future plans. Majella McAllister Museum founder and Youth Voices lead at the Museum of Childhood Ireland talks about the background and future plans. http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20220109b1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20220109b1.mp3 20:39 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 09 Jan 2022 13:40:00 +0000 Kenny's Bookshop was established in High St, Galway in 1940 by Des & Maureen Kenny. Five of their six children and three of their grandchildren currently work in the family business, which employs nearly twenty people. Kenny's Bookshop was established in High St, Galway in 1940 by Des & Maureen Kenny. Five of their six children and three of their grandchildren currently work in the family business, which employs nearly twenty people. http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20220109a1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20220109a1.mp3 37:19 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 09 Jan 2022 13:00:00 +0000 “At the core of 'This Promise', is a vision to make a film that is as true to life as possible. Former homeless woman, Elaine Ryan, who, together with freelance filmmaker, Naoimh Ní Luanaigh “At the core of 'This Promise', is a vision to make a film that is as true to life as possible. Former homeless woman, Elaine Ryan, who, together with freelance filmmaker, Naoimh Ní Luanaigh http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20220102b1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20220102b1.mp3 26:11 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 02 Jan 2022 13:30:00 +0000 Bestselling author Mary Carter Contemporary fiction and The Irish Village Mystery series under pen name Carlene O'Connor Bestselling author Mary Carter Contemporary fiction and The Irish Village Mystery series under pen name Carlene O'Connor http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20220102a1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20220102a1.mp3 21:53 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 02 Jan 2022 13:00:00 +0000 Eleanor Shanley is from Keshcarrigan which is a small village next to Lough Scur which lies at the foot of the Sheebeg and Sheemore hills. Eleanor shares recollections of the post Christmas traditions from her youth. Eleanor Shanley is from Keshcarrigan which is a small village next to Lough Scur which lies at the foot of the Sheebeg and Sheemore hills. Eleanor shares recollections of the post Christmas traditions from her youth. http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20211226b1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20211226b1.mp3 12:10 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 26 Dec 2021 13:45:00 +0000 Sharon Shannon shares memories of post Christmas traditions in County Clare when growing up and also her experiences of coping with COVID and her love of animals. Sharon Shannon shares memories of post Christmas traditions in County Clare when growing up and also her experiences of coping with COVID and her love of animals. http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20211226a1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20211226a1.mp3 22:31 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 26 Dec 2021 13:10:00 +0000 Charlie McGettigan on Christmas Past Charlie McGettigan on Christmas Past http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20211219d1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20211219d1.mp3 15:53 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 19 Dec 2021 13:45:00 +0000 Michael Londra reminisces about his childhood Christmases in Wexford Michael Londra reminisces about his childhood Christmases in Wexford http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20211219c1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20211219c1.mp3 12:26 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 19 Dec 2021 13:30:00 +0000 Michelle Lally talks about growing up in Ballinasloe at Christmas. Michelle Lally talks about growing up in Ballinasloe at Christmas. http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20211219b1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20211219b1.mp3 15:12 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 19 Dec 2021 13:15:00 +0000 Paddy Keenan share memories of childhood Paddy Keenan share memories of childhood http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20211219a1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20211219a1.mp3 12:30 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 19 Dec 2021 13:00:00 +0000 Kevin O'Connor - Author & Journalist - Political Betrayal, How Charlie Haughey Acquired €70 Million Kevin O'Connor - Author & Journalist - Political Betrayal, How Charlie Haughey Acquired €70 Million http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20211212b1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20211212b1.mp3 16:03 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 12 Dec 2021 13:45:00 +0000 Jack O'Rourke - Wild Place has songs of love and loss, beautiful misfits, nature and wilderness, Jack O'Rourke - Wild Place has songs of love and loss, beautiful misfits, nature and wilderness, http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20211212a1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20211212a1.mp3 31:40 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 12 Dec 2021 13:00:00 +0000 Sean McCann: What does it mean to be a “Shantyman”? Much less know what he may do with his time? His life? Leave it to Canadian Celtic folk-rocker Séan McCann to spin the yarn that’ll provide all the answers in this, his new single Sean McCann: What does it mean to be a “Shantyman”? Much less know what he may do with his time? His life? Leave it to Canadian Celtic folk-rocker Séan McCann to spin the yarn that’ll provide all the answers in this, his new single http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20211205b1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20211205b1.mp3 36:11 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 05 Dec 2021 13:25:00 +0000 James Morrissey, Chairman, Claddagh Records.The Chieftains and Claddagh Records release a complete career retrospective, featuring over 60 audio and visual tracks from the world’s most celebrated traditional Irish band. James Morrissey, Chairman, Claddagh Records.The Chieftains and Claddagh Records release a complete career retrospective, featuring over 60 audio and visual tracks from the world’s most celebrated traditional Irish band. http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20211205a1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20211205a1.mp3 21:57 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 05 Dec 2021 13:00:00 +0000 Lydia Rogers Country Manager & SVP, Canada at Enterprise Ireland Lydia Rogers Country Manager & SVP, Canada at Enterprise Ireland http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20211128c1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20211128c1.mp3 13:12 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 28 Nov 2021 12:50:00 +0000 Deirdre Moran SVP Technology & Country Manager - Canada at IDA Ireland Mark Shorten VP Financial Services & Life Sciences | International Expansion | Investing in Ireland Deirdre Moran SVP Technology & Country Manager - Canada at IDA Ireland Mark Shorten VP Financial Services & Life Sciences | International Expansion | Investing in Ireland http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20211128b1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20211128b1.mp3 17:32 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 28 Nov 2021 12:35:00 +0000 OutSpoken: 15 MasterClass Business Essays For Our Time Paperback by Jim F. Keating Jim Keating President and CEO, Speakers Forum. Desmond Devoy is a reporter for the Perth Courier. OutSpoken: 15 MasterClass Business Essays For Our Time Paperback by Jim F. Keating Jim Keating President and CEO, Speakers Forum. Desmond Devoy is a reporter for the Perth Courier. http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20211128a1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20211128a1.mp3 23:22 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 28 Nov 2021 12:00:00 +0000 Maria Robertson - Originally from County Limerick in Ireland, Maria is proud to now call Canada home living in Oakville outside of Toronto with her family. Maria Robertson - Originally from County Limerick in Ireland, Maria is proud to now call Canada home living in Oakville outside of Toronto with her family. http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=202111211.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=202111211.mp3 51:45 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 21 Nov 2021 12:00:00 +0000 Anne Emery won the 2019 Arthur Ellis Award for Best Crime Novel, for Though the Heavens Fall, and the 2007 Arthur Ellis for Best First Crime Novel, for Sign of the Cross. Anne Emery won the 2019 Arthur Ellis Award for Best Crime Novel, for Though the Heavens Fall, and the 2007 Arthur Ellis for Best First Crime Novel, for Sign of the Cross. http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20211114c1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20211114c1.mp3 17:37 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 14 Nov 2021 12:40:00 +0000 John Barry - President John Barry - President http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20211114b1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20211114b1.mp3 8:11 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 14 Nov 2021 12:35:00 +0000 Sheila Flanagan Vice President for Academic Affairs & Registrar DkIT Sheila Flanagan Vice President for Academic Affairs & Registrar DkIT http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20211114a1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20211114a1.mp3 30:55 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 14 Nov 2021 12:00:00 +0000 On September 30, Canada’s National Day of Truth and Reconciliation, we began a public reading of the Executive Summary of the Truth and Reconciliation Commission’s report. On September 30, Canada’s National Day of Truth and Reconciliation, we began a public reading of the Executive Summary of the Truth and Reconciliation Commission’s report. http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20211107c1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20211107c1.mp3 22:32 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 07 Nov 2021 12:40:00 +0000 Despite what many people believe, human progress all over the world has been incredible in recent decades. And Ireland’s progress has exceeded that of practically anywhere else. Despite what many people believe, human progress all over the world has been incredible in recent decades. And Ireland’s progress has exceeded that of practically anywhere else. http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20211107b1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20211107b1.mp3 13:07 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 07 Nov 2021 12:20:00 +0000 A fireside view of the life’s journey of Oliver O’Connell, poet, music maker and story teller from Co Clare A fireside view of the life’s journey of Oliver O’Connell, poet, music maker and story teller from Co Clare http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20211107a1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20211107a1.mp3 22:41 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 07 Nov 2021 12:00:00 +0000 Aine Tyrrell, Enda Murray Aine Tyrrell, Enda Murray http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20211031b1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20211031b1.mp3 13:03 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 31 Oct 2021 23:34:00 +0000 Emer Reynolds Director: Emer Reynolds, Grierson-nominated feature documentary director and multi-award winning film editor, is based in Dublin. Emer Reynolds Director: Emer Reynolds, Grierson-nominated feature documentary director and multi-award winning film editor, is based in Dublin. http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20211031c1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20211031c1.mp3 15:29 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 31 Oct 2021 12:45:00 +0000 Teresa Lavina Director; Untold Secrets voices the experiences of Irish Mother and Baby Home survivors and focuses on the life and upbringing of one survivor, Anne Silke. Teresa Lavina Director; Untold Secrets voices the experiences of Irish Mother and Baby Home survivors and focuses on the life and upbringing of one survivor, Anne Silke. http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20211031a1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20211031a1.mp3 22:58 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 31 Oct 2021 12:00:00 +0000 Pat Scott talks about the history of #Halloween. This podcast was originally broadcast on 31 Oct 2010 on The Gaelic Hour (precursor to Irish Radio Canada) on CHIN 97.9FM in Ottawa. Pat Scott talks about the history of #Halloween. This podcast was originally broadcast on 31 Oct 2010 on The Gaelic Hour (precursor to Irish Radio Canada) on CHIN 97.9FM in Ottawa. http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=201010311.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=201010311.mp3 28:36 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 31 Oct 2021 04:00:00 +0000 Hearing about the Celtic origins of Halloween with Tiber Falzett Hearing about the Celtic origins of Halloween with Tiber Falzett http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20211024e1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20211024e1.mp3 6:24 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 24 Oct 2021 12:50:00 +0000 Na Piarsaigh CLG Brian Curran is Captain of the victorious Na Piarsaigh Na Piarsaigh CLG Brian Curran is Captain of the victorious Na Piarsaigh http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20211024d1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20211024d1.mp3 8:37 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 24 Oct 2021 12:45:00 +0000 Julie Houle is the Captain of the victorious Montreal Shamrocks at the Heritage Cup in Ottawa. Julie talks about the club and the victory. Julie Houle is the Captain of the victorious Montreal Shamrocks at the Heritage Cup in Ottawa. Julie talks about the club and the victory. http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20211024c1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20211024c1.mp3 14:31 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 24 Oct 2021 12:30:00 +0000 Rob Sheehan shares some of the club's history and also his Canadian experiences. Rob Sheehan shares some of the club's history and also his Canadian experiences. http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20211024b1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20211024b1.mp3 11:03 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 24 Oct 2021 12:20:00 +0000 Mickey Delaney talks about Na Fianna Katarokwi, based in Kingston Ontario and how Gaelic Football and Hurling is thriving in their community. Mickey Delaney talks about Na Fianna Katarokwi, based in Kingston Ontario and how Gaelic Football and Hurling is thriving in their community. http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20211024a1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20211024a1.mp3 17:57 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 24 Oct 2021 12:00:00 +0000 Irish poet Rachel McCrum (currently living in Montreal) is part of Blue Metropolis' Life… as a Song Irish poet Rachel McCrum (currently living in Montreal) is part of Blue Metropolis' Life… as a Song http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20211017c1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20211017c1.mp3 13:09 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 17 Oct 2021 12:40:00 +0000 Nicola O'Haire just released a Brendan Graham song about the Irish Orphan Girls transported to Australia Nicola O'Haire just released a Brendan Graham song about the Irish Orphan Girls transported to Australia http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20211017b1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20211017b1.mp3 13:03 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 17 Oct 2021 12:20:00 +0000 Fiona Maguire is a Consultant Archaeologist Atlantic Archaeology and oversaw the Ballinasloe archaeological find. Fiona Maguire is a Consultant Archaeologist Atlantic Archaeology and oversaw the Ballinasloe archaeological find. http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20211017a1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20211017a1.mp3 17:50 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 17 Oct 2021 12:00:00 +0000 In Conversation with Paddy Moloney 2007 In Conversation with Paddy Moloney 2007 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=200710011.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=200710011.mp3 37:51 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Tue, 12 Oct 2021 13:30:00 +0000 Joe Whelan Foounder & Curator provides a guided tour. Joe Whelan Foounder & Curator provides a guided tour. http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=202110101.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=202110101.mp3 57:48 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 10 Oct 2021 12:00:00 +0000 The Museum of Irish Rural Life located at the Old Creamery, Kilrush is well worth a visit. Joe Whelan should be commended for helping to put Kilrush on the map. The Museum of Irish Rural Life located at the Old Creamery, Kilrush is well worth a visit. Joe Whelan should be commended for helping to put Kilrush on the map. http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=202110031.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=202110031.mp3 58:24 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 03 Oct 2021 12:00:00 +0000 Eleanor & Kevin Lee Eleanor & Kevin Lee http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20210926c1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20210926c1.mp3 23:09 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 26 Sep 2021 12:35:00 +0000 Patrick Murray talks about the winter festival Patrick Murray talks about the winter festival http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20210926b1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20210926b1.mp3 7:27 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 26 Sep 2021 12:25:00 +0000 Patrick Brodie on his course at Concordia on Irish Films Patrick Brodie on his course at Concordia on Irish Films http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20210926a1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20210926a1.mp3 25:31 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 26 Sep 2021 12:00:00 +0000 Kay O'Hegarty updates Kay O'Hegarty updates http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20210919c1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20210919c1.mp3 22:22 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 19 Sep 2021 12:35:00 +0000 Oscar Mou Updates on Ottawa Irish Arts (CCE) Oscar Mou Updates on Ottawa Irish Arts (CCE) http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20210919b1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20210919b1.mp3 10:58 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 19 Sep 2021 12:25:00 +0000 Melanie Judges provides an update Melanie Judges provides an update http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20210919a1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20210919a1.mp3 15:07 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 19 Sep 2021 12:05:00 +0000 Jackie Gilna, President of ICCCOTT outlines the pland for a Whiskey Tasting evening and also some other plans that are underway. Jackie Gilna, President of ICCCOTT outlines the pland for a Whiskey Tasting evening and also some other plans that are underway. http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20210912e1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20210912e1.mp3 9:13 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 12 Sep 2021 12:50:00 +0000 Rosemary O'Brien talks about plans for a winter event. Rosemary O'Brien talks about plans for a winter event. http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20210912d1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20210912d1.mp3 10:54 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 12 Sep 2021 12:35:00 +0000 Brendan McManus gives an outline of upcoming post COVID activities. Brendan McManus gives an outline of upcoming post COVID activities. http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20210912c1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20210912c1.mp3 14:07 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 12 Sep 2021 12:20:00 +0000 Ellen MacIsaac is the Director of the Ottawa Celtic Choir. The Ottawa Celtic Choir is a non-auditioned women's community choir that sings songs from the seven Celtic nations and from Canada. Ellen MacIsaac is the Director of the Ottawa Celtic Choir. The Ottawa Celtic Choir is a non-auditioned women's community choir that sings songs from the seven Celtic nations and from Canada. http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20210912b1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20210912b1.mp3 7:56 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 12 Sep 2021 12:10:00 +0000 John Boylan is Deputy Head of Mission at the Irish Embassy in Ottawa and outlines some of the plans for re-engaging with the community post COVID. John Boylan is Deputy Head of Mission at the Irish Embassy in Ottawa and outlines some of the plans for re-engaging with the community post COVID. http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20210912a1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20210912a1.mp3 12:51 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 12 Sep 2021 12:00:00 +0000 Martin Curley, a full-time genealogist working in Co. Galway, where he administers the East Galway Genealogy and DNA Facebook group GEDmatch East Galway Ancestor Project. He maintains a Facebook page, ·Soghain Genes, where he highlights research findings Martin Curley, a full-time genealogist working in Co. Galway, where he administers the East Galway Genealogy and DNA Facebook group GEDmatch East Galway Ancestor Project. He maintains a Facebook page, ·Soghain Genes, where he highlights research findings http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20210905f1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20210905f1.mp3 12:24 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 05 Sep 2021 12:50:00 +0000 Dr. Ed Gilbert is a postdoctoral researcher based at the Royal College of Surgeons in Ireland in Dublin, Ireland. He has a PhD in population genetics and genomics from the RCSI, University of Medicine and Health Sciences. Dr. Ed Gilbert is a postdoctoral researcher based at the Royal College of Surgeons in Ireland in Dublin, Ireland. He has a PhD in population genetics and genomics from the RCSI, University of Medicine and Health Sciences. http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20210905e1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20210905e1.mp3 7:26 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 05 Sep 2021 12:40:00 +0000 Dr. James Ryan is a writer and publisher who has been active in Irish genealogy for the past 35 years. He founded Flyleaf Press in 1987 and this has now been merged with Ancestor Network. Dr. James Ryan is a writer and publisher who has been active in Irish genealogy for the past 35 years. He founded Flyleaf Press in 1987 and this has now been merged with Ancestor Network. http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20210905d1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20210905d1.mp3 9:45 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 05 Sep 2021 12:30:00 +0000 Kyla Ubbink is a professionally accredited book and paper conservator, Mrs. Ubbink owns and operates Ubbink Book and Paper Conservation and has been a practising conservator for the past 20 years. Kyla Ubbink is a professionally accredited book and paper conservator, Mrs. Ubbink owns and operates Ubbink Book and Paper Conservation and has been a practising conservator for the past 20 years. http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20210905c1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20210905c1.mp3 9:02 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 05 Sep 2021 12:20:00 +0000 Gena Philibert-Ortega is an author, researcher and instructor whose focus is genealogy, social history and women·s history. She holds a master·s degree in Interdisciplinary Studies (Psychology and Women·s Studies) and a master·s degree in Religion. Gena Philibert-Ortega is an author, researcher and instructor whose focus is genealogy, social history and women·s history. She holds a master·s degree in Interdisciplinary Studies (Psychology and Women·s Studies) and a master·s degree in Religion. http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20210905b1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20210905b1.mp3 9:39 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 05 Sep 2021 12:10:00 +0000 Maurice Gleeson is a psychiatrist and pharmaceutical physician as well as a genetic genealogist. He is administrator of several surname DNA projects, including the Gleason, Spearin, Farrell, Ryan, and O·Malley projects. Maurice Gleeson is a psychiatrist and pharmaceutical physician as well as a genetic genealogist. He is administrator of several surname DNA projects, including the Gleason, Spearin, Farrell, Ryan, and O·Malley projects. http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20210905a1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20210905a1.mp3 7:29 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 05 Sep 2021 12:00:00 +0000 Ray Blackwell - The Clonakilty International Guitar Festival returns this September 10th – 19th for its 17th iteration, Ray Blackwell - The Clonakilty International Guitar Festival returns this September 10th – 19th for its 17th iteration, http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20210829d1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20210829d1.mp3 6:24 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 29 Aug 2021 12:50:00 +0000 Dylan Smyth & Chris Boldt of 24_7 Dylan Smyth & Chris Boldt of 24_7 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20210829c1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20210829c1.mp3 9:33 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 29 Aug 2021 12:35:00 +0000 Colin Kotin-Hogan talks about the Heritage Council of Ireland to engage with the Irish diaspora and establish an Irish Towns Diaspora Network. Colin Kotin-Hogan talks about the Heritage Council of Ireland to engage with the Irish diaspora and establish an Irish Towns Diaspora Network. http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20210829b1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20210829b1.mp3 18:24 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 29 Aug 2021 12:20:00 +0000 Former Irish Ambassador to Canada, Dr Ray Bassett, has published a book about Dublin's Phoenix Park and its environs. It is redolent with history, as well as containing a rich variety of wildlife. Former Irish Ambassador to Canada, Dr Ray Bassett, has published a book about Dublin's Phoenix Park and its environs. It is redolent with history, as well as containing a rich variety of wildlife. http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20210829a1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20210829a1.mp3 21:04 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 29 Aug 2021 12:00:00 +0000 Rosemarie Smyth updates of the museum at the Bridewell in Tarbert Co Kerry Rosemarie Smyth updates of the museum at the Bridewell in Tarbert Co Kerry http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20210822b1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20210822b1.mp3 2:55 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 22 Aug 2021 12:55:00 +0000 Carl Wright provides a tour of his garden in The Burren. Part 2 Carl Wright provides a tour of his garden in The Burren. Part 2 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20210822a1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20210822a1.mp3 55:54 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 22 Aug 2021 12:00:00 +0000 Sandra Moffatt, Tourism Ireland Toronto Tourism Ireland is responsible for marketing the island of Ireland overseas as a leading holiday destination. Sandra Moffatt, Tourism Ireland Toronto Tourism Ireland is responsible for marketing the island of Ireland overseas as a leading holiday destination. http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20210815b1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20210815b1.mp3 11:16 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 15 Aug 2021 12:50:00 +0000 Carl Wright: Set in the beautiful Burren region of County Clare, Caher Bridge Garden is found near Fanore. It is based around a restored riverside cottage and blends sensitively with its surroundings. Carl Wright: Set in the beautiful Burren region of County Clare, Caher Bridge Garden is found near Fanore. It is based around a restored riverside cottage and blends sensitively with its surroundings. http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20210815a1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20210815a1.mp3 48:43 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 15 Aug 2021 12:00:00 +0000 Neil Lucey Owner The Gougane Barra Hotel Neil Lucey Owner The Gougane Barra Hotel http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20210808c1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20210808c1.mp3 14:58 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 08 Aug 2021 12:45:00 +0000 Sean Kealey - Irish Society NCR Sean Kealey - Irish Society NCR http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20210808b1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20210808b1.mp3 3:00 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 08 Aug 2021 12:40:00 +0000 Carmel Shaw - OPW Ireland Carmel Shaw - OPW Ireland http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20210808a1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20210808a1.mp3 40:56 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 08 Aug 2021 12:00:00 +0000 Stan Nugent of Waxwing Wildlife Productions Ltd, based in Ennis, Co. Clare, Stan Nugent of Waxwing Wildlife Productions Ltd, based in Ennis, Co. Clare, http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20210801c1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20210801c1.mp3 6:47 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 01 Aug 2021 12:50:00 +0000 Scattery Island off Kilrush Co Clare : John Mulqueen OPW (Thanks to OPW for permission to record) Scattery Island off Kilrush Co Clare : John Mulqueen OPW (Thanks to OPW for permission to record) http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20210801b1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20210801b1.mp3 15:12 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 01 Aug 2021 12:35:00 +0000 Dungarvan Castle Tour with Mary Murray - OPW ( Thanks to OPW for permission to record) Dungarvan Castle Tour with Mary Murray - OPW ( Thanks to OPW for permission to record) http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20210801a1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20210801a1.mp3 35:29 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 01 Aug 2021 12:00:00 +0000 Anthony Sheehy Anthony Sheehy http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=202107251.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=202107251.mp3 59:58 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 25 Jul 2021 12:00:00 +0000 Sean Davoren provides a guided tour. Sean Davoren provides a guided tour. http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20210718c1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20210718c1.mp3 22:20 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 18 Jul 2021 12:40:00 +0000 Tim O'Connell provides a guided tour Tim O'Connell provides a guided tour http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20210718b1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20210718b1.mp3 15:03 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 18 Jul 2021 12:25:00 +0000 Jill Cousins has worked with cultural heritage organisations across Europe to increase the use and visibility of their collections in education, research, creative industry and towards the general public. Jill Cousins has worked with cultural heritage organisations across Europe to increase the use and visibility of their collections in education, research, creative industry and towards the general public. http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20210718a1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20210718a1.mp3 23:03 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 18 Jul 2021 12:00:00 +0000 Anthony O'Gara CEO Rose of Tralee International Festival. Anthony O'Gara CEO Rose of Tralee International Festival. http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20210711c1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20210711c1.mp3 16:24 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 11 Jul 2021 12:45:00 +0000 Neil O'Dwyer - My murals and artwork have featured in the press and on national television, in documentaries about renowned sports personalities such as Micheál O Muircheartaigh and the late great Moss Keane. Neil O'Dwyer - My murals and artwork have featured in the press and on national television, in documentaries about renowned sports personalities such as Micheál O Muircheartaigh and the late great Moss Keane. http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20210711b1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20210711b1.mp3 31:14 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 11 Jul 2021 12:15:00 +0000 Lourda Talty's Junior Art Students help out with Miltown Malbay Gets a Facelift. Lourda Talty's Junior Art Students help out with Miltown Malbay Gets a Facelift. http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20210711a1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20210711a1.mp3 11:46 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 11 Jul 2021 12:00:00 +0000 Jessica Ridge, Tim Heanue, Anja Gohlke Jessica Ridge, Tim Heanue, Anja Gohlke http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20210704b1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20210704b1.mp3 22:02 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 04 Jul 2021 12:40:00 +0000 Padraig O Ruairc OPW Padraig O Ruairc OPW http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20210704a1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20210704a1.mp3 37:38 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 04 Jul 2021 12:00:00 +0000 Ronan Faherty Ronan Faherty http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20210627c1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20210627c1.mp3 6:15 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 27 Jun 2021 12:50:00 +0000 Seamus Laffan Potter Seamus Laffan Potter http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20210627b1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20210627b1.mp3 21:40 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 27 Jun 2021 12:35:00 +0000 In the hands of a skilled player the Bodhrán can be a subtle and exciting instrument - striking the skin in a variety of ways, one hand tucked in behind the skin, pressing and moving to vary the colour and intensity of the sound. In the hands of a skilled player the Bodhrán can be a subtle and exciting instrument - striking the skin in a variety of ways, one hand tucked in behind the skin, pressing and moving to vary the colour and intensity of the sound. http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20210627a1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20210627a1.mp3 30:24 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 27 Jun 2021 12:00:00 +0000 Caladh is the Irish for a landing place for a boat. I enjoy the beauty and the imagination that I create with all my pebbles and items collected as two pieces are never the same. Freisin cártaí Gaeilge agus framaí do gach ócáid. Caladh is the Irish for a landing place for a boat. I enjoy the beauty and the imagination that I create with all my pebbles and items collected as two pieces are never the same. Freisin cártaí Gaeilge agus framaí do gach ócáid. http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20210620f1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20210620f1.mp3 15:28 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 20 Jun 2021 12:45:00 +0000 Francis Coen Francis Coen http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20210620e1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20210620e1.mp3 6:59 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 20 Jun 2021 12:40:00 +0000 Lisa King, Natural handmade soap scented with essential oils and coloured using spices, herbs and natural colours. Minimal paper packaging. Kind to your skin and kind to the environment https://www.facebook.com/galwaysoap/ Lisa King, Natural handmade soap scented with essential oils and coloured using spices, herbs and natural colours. Minimal paper packaging. Kind to your skin and kind to the environment https://www.facebook.com/galwaysoap/ http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20210620d1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20210620d1.mp3 5:23 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 20 Jun 2021 12:30:00 +0000 Edwin Smyth & Donna Sturm and together we run The Green Bee. Edwin Smyth & Donna Sturm and together we run The Green Bee. http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20210620c1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20210620c1.mp3 11:06 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 20 Jun 2021 12:20:00 +0000 Nora McDonnell is an organic free range egg producer from Louisburg. Nora McDonnell is an organic free range egg producer from Louisburg. http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20210620b1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20210620b1.mp3 8:19 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 20 Jun 2021 12:10:00 +0000 “Woodcraft and wood-turning in particular gives me immense pleasure, but what gives me even greater pleasure is the the smiling faces and looks of happiness and appreciation that it creates in others” – Richard Colson “Woodcraft and wood-turning in particular gives me immense pleasure, but what gives me even greater pleasure is the the smiling faces and looks of happiness and appreciation that it creates in others” – Richard Colson http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20210620a1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20210620a1.mp3 12:03 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 20 Jun 2021 12:00:00 +0000 Les SalAmandas - Julie O’Sullivan & Colyne Laverriere Les SalAmandas - Julie O’Sullivan & Colyne Laverriere http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20210613a1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20210613a1.mp3 17:45 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada clean Tue, 15 Jun 2021 09:16:13 +0000 Ciara Maxwell & Michael Cassidy Ciara Maxwell & Michael Cassidy http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20210613b1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20210613b1.mp3 23:59 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada clean Tue, 15 Jun 2021 09:16:13 +0000 Rosemary O'Brien Rosemary O'Brien http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20210613c1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20210613c1.mp3 8:05 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada clean Tue, 15 Jun 2021 09:16:12 +0000 SJ McArdle SJ McArdle http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20210606b1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20210606b1.mp3 14:00 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Mon, 14 Jun 2021 07:54:00 +0000 DamienMcElgunn DamienMcElgunn http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20210606a1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20210606a1.mp3 15:47 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Mon, 14 Jun 2021 07:54:00 +0000 Siobhan Armstrong Siobhan Armstrong http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20210606c1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20210606c1.mp3 21:10 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Mon, 14 Jun 2021 07:54:00 +0000 Robin Grundy captures portraits of people in her 5k radius Robin Grundy captures portraits of people in her 5k radius http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20210530c1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20210530c1.mp3 14:08 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 30 May 2021 12:45:00 +0000 Joanne Hickey Joanne Hickey http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20210530b1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20210530b1.mp3 24:22 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 30 May 2021 12:20:00 +0000 Susan Quirke is thrilled to have released my debut album 'Into the sea' Susan Quirke is thrilled to have released my debut album 'Into the sea' http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20210530a1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20210530a1.mp3 17:10 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 30 May 2021 12:00:00 +0000 Anna Mieke Anna Mieke http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20210516b1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20210516b1.mp3 14:05 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 16 May 2021 12:40:00 +0000 Damien O'Rourke Damien O'Rourke http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20210516a1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20210516a1.mp3 36:01 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 16 May 2021 12:00:00 +0000 Alana & Leigh Cline Alana & Leigh Cline http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20210509d1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20210509d1.mp3 11:32 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 09 May 2021 12:45:00 +0000 Fiachra O‘Regan, from Connemara, on the West Coast of Ireland, plays Irish music on the Uilleann Pipes and Whistle Fiachra O‘Regan, from Connemara, on the West Coast of Ireland, plays Irish music on the Uilleann Pipes and Whistle http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20210509c1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20210509c1.mp3 11:38 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 09 May 2021 12:30:00 +0000 Singer/Songwriter Josh O'Keefe at Folk Alliance Singer/Songwriter Josh O'Keefe at Folk Alliance http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20210509b1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20210509b1.mp3 12:05 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 09 May 2021 12:15:00 +0000 Varo are Lucie Azconaga and Consuelo Nerea Breschi, a fiddle and vocal duo who perform traditional Irish songs and tunes with arrangement influences from the baroque and classical traditions. Varo are Lucie Azconaga and Consuelo Nerea Breschi, a fiddle and vocal duo who perform traditional Irish songs and tunes with arrangement influences from the baroque and classical traditions. http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20210509a1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20210509a1.mp3 11:18 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 09 May 2021 12:00:00 +0000 The Great Famine Voices Roadshow is inspired by the search for the 1,490 former tenants who were forced to emigrate to North America from the estate of Major Denis Mahon at Strokestown Park, The Great Famine Voices Roadshow is inspired by the search for the 1,490 former tenants who were forced to emigrate to North America from the estate of Major Denis Mahon at Strokestown Park, http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20210502d1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20210502d1.mp3 23:05 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 02 May 2021 12:25:00 +0000 Karina Murray Founder & CEO of Aunua Academy We are bringing free education to the world about mental health topics, issues and support tools to improve the quality of life for everyone in the world that is impacted by their mental health. Karina Murray Founder & CEO of Aunua Academy We are bringing free education to the world about mental health topics, issues and support tools to improve the quality of life for everyone in the world that is impacted by their mental health. http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20210502c1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20210502c1.mp3 13:57 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 02 May 2021 12:20:00 +0000 Matthew McGree is a final year high school student in Portlaoise, Ireland and had the opportunity to attend some Collision events. Matthew talks about the experience and also how his final year at high school is working out during COVID. Matthew McGree is a final year high school student in Portlaoise, Ireland and had the opportunity to attend some Collision events. Matthew talks about the experience and also how his final year at high school is working out during COVID. http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20210502b1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20210502b1.mp3 8:58 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 02 May 2021 12:10:00 +0000 Co-founder and COO of Kwayga Mike McGrath: A Cork start-up has developed an online platform to help resolve the disruption within food supply chain systems globally caused by the Covid-19 pandemic. Co-founder and COO of Kwayga Mike McGrath: A Cork start-up has developed an online platform to help resolve the disruption within food supply chain systems globally caused by the Covid-19 pandemic. http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20210205a1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20210205a1.mp3 11:00 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 02 May 2021 12:00:00 +0000 Oscar Blue is a 21 year old songsmith from the west of Ireland. Since his debut releases in late 2018, Oscar has experienced breakout success, with his music now streamed over 3 million times worldwide on Spotify Oscar Blue is a 21 year old songsmith from the west of Ireland. Since his debut releases in late 2018, Oscar has experienced breakout success, with his music now streamed over 3 million times worldwide on Spotify http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20210425d1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20210425d1.mp3 9:11 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 25 Apr 2021 13:50:00 +0000 Mayo Day, the day that celebrates all things Mayo, returns on Saturday, May 1st 2021. Stay tuned for upcoming details on all the great events happening throughout the #MayoDay weekend Mayo Day Takes To The National Stage For 2021 Mayo Day, the day that celebrates all things Mayo, returns on Saturday, May 1st 2021. Stay tuned for upcoming details on all the great events happening throughout the #MayoDay weekend Mayo Day Takes To The National Stage For 2021 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20210425c1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20210425c1.mp3 11:18 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 25 Apr 2021 13:35:00 +0000 Safe Home Ireland started off as a pilot project in 2000 in beautiful Mulranny, where our head office is still located. We are marking our 21st anniversary this year and while we are a national charity with a global remit we are extremely proud of our May Safe Home Ireland started off as a pilot project in 2000 in beautiful Mulranny, where our head office is still located. We are marking our 21st anniversary this year and while we are a national charity with a global remit we are extremely proud of our May http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20210425b1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20210425b1.mp3 16:55 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 25 Apr 2021 13:15:00 +0000 Darren Ó Rodaigh -Last year, as a result of the pandemic we began teaching our courses online. We now provide Irish classes to people across the world! Darren Ó Rodaigh -Last year, as a result of the pandemic we began teaching our courses online. We now provide Irish classes to people across the world! http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20210425a1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20210425a1.mp3 13:41 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 25 Apr 2021 13:00:00 +0000 Released in Apr 2021, Arrivals is yet another departure. Produced by no less a figure than Paul Weller, O’Rourke remarks that the music icon “was there every moment, before, during & long after, discussing ideas about this & that, even down to the artwork From his debut album, Since Kyabram (2004), the County Galway-based artist has been praised by songwriting and media figures such as John Prine (“a great songwriter”), Edith Bowman (“Since Kyabram is an album I will listen to for the rest of my life”) and Paul Weller (“he writes the sort of classic songs that people don’t write anymore, songs that sound like they’ve been around forever”). His work, meanwhile, has been covered by an array of world-class artists, including Christy Moore, Camille O’Sullivan, Eddi Reader, and Josh Groban.

O’Rourke has been crafting songs from his mid-teens, his attention snagged from the age of 13 when he was given a guitar by a priest whilst visiting Kyabram, north-central Victoria, Australia. By the time he was 24, he had returned to Ireland, landing in the middle of – and settling comfortably into – a fiercely creative music scene in Dublin that was the fertile breeding ground for the likes of Glen Hansard/The Frames, Paddy Casey, Gemma Hayes, Damien Rice, Lisa Hannigan, and many more.A turning point, however, was with the release of Since Kyabram, the success of which secured him a record contract with the major UK label, V2. His follow-up album, Big Bad Beautiful World (2007), effortlessly confirmed his appeal in Ireland as well as with an increasing list of well-connected advocates.

Arrivals is the new album from Declan O'Rourke. Released in April 2021, Arrivals is yet another departure. Produced by no less a figure than Paul Weller, O’Rourke remarks that the music icon “was there every moment, before, during and long after, discussing ideas about this and that, even down to the artwork. It was hugely impressive.”In several important ways, O’Rourke’s new, emotionally potent songs hark back to when he started out during the glory days (and nights) of Dublin’s singer-songwriter scene. The truth is he doesn’t like walking the same path over and over again. A deeper truth is that while artists need to secure themselves to their own identity, they also have to explore outside it.“If you had a palette of different colours as a painter,” says O’Rourke, “why would you limit yourself to red and white?”

]]> Released in Apr 2021, Arrivals is yet another departure. Produced by no less a figure than Paul Weller, O’Rourke remarks that the music icon “was there every moment, before, during & long after, discussing ideas about this & that, even down to the artwork http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20210418a1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20210418a1.mp3 51:51 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 18 Apr 2021 13:00:00 +0000 The Everyman Theatre in Cork aims to produce the best in Irish and international performance for Cork and Irish audiences, hoping to be indispensable to all of the communities they serve The Everyman Theatre in Cork aims to produce the best in Irish and international performance for Cork and Irish audiences, hoping to be indispensable to all of the communities they serve: audiences, artists, employees and suppliers, while remaining rooted in, and inextricably linked to, Cork.Working hard to support and enrich the cultural fabric of the country by delivering an ambitious programme in a beautiful 650 seat theatre which is a jewel of late Victorian architecture, that serves the audience of today and builds the audience of the future and to be an internationally recognised centre of excellence for theatre in Ireland and a vibrant cultural centre for Cork.

]]> The Everyman Theatre in Cork aims to produce the best in Irish and international performance for Cork and Irish audiences, hoping to be indispensable to all of the communities they serve http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20210411c1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20210411c1.mp3 9:12 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 11 Apr 2021 13:50:00 +0000 Ruth Wehlau talks about Harp of Tara CCE Kingston hosting an online Immersion weekend that offers classes in Irish language at 5 different levels and workshops in music, dance, and art Harp of Tara CCE Kingston is hosting an online Immersion weekend that offers classes in Irish language at 5 different levels and workshops in music, dance, and art. A wonderful mix of talented teachers from Ireland join online learners from coast to coast in Canada and the United States for a weekend of great learning and conversation.

]]> Ruth Wehlau talks about Harp of Tara CCE Kingston hosting an online Immersion weekend that offers classes in Irish language at 5 different levels and workshops in music, dance, and art http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20210411b1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20210411b1.mp3 14:09 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 11 Apr 2021 13:35:00 +0000 John Beag O'Flatharta blends English ballads with the Connemara sean-nós and tints songs composed in the Irish language with a rich dollop of the rhythm found in American country music straight from the sidewalks of Nashville. HOME to John Beag Ó Flatharta is Lettermullen among the islands in south west Connemara. ... He blends English ballads with the Connemara sean-nós and tints songs composed in the Irish language with a rich dollop of the rhythm found in American country music straight from the sidewalks of Nashville.He has taken the irish speaking world by storm with his catchy rhythms and memorable songs from a local tradition yet sung to airs more akin tp American mid -west style.Creating a niche for himself and others singing country music in irish and ballads in English, John Beag has had immediate success. Immersed in local traditional singing,initially sean-nos ( unaccompanied ) he has brought a freshness to performing in his own special way, country and western - "tir agus thiar" - his genre as a mode of expression.

]]> John Beag O'Flatharta blends English ballads with the Connemara sean-nós and tints songs composed in the Irish language with a rich dollop of the rhythm found in American country music straight from the sidewalks of Nashville. http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20210411a1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20210411a1.mp3 30:43 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 11 Apr 2021 13:00:00 +0000 Jonathan Harkin: SOLORUN provides practical guidance on managing mental wellness through personal stories, examples, and workbook-style exercises for the reader to take part in. https://linktr.ee/JonathanHarkin

 

]]> Jonathan Harkin: SOLORUN provides practical guidance on managing mental wellness through personal stories, examples, and workbook-style exercises for the reader to take part in. http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20210404a1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20210404a1.mp3 51:27 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 04 Apr 2021 13:00:00 +0000 Richard Cannings supported the motion to designate March as Irish Heritage Month Richard CanningsAs a biologist, Richard has spent his life working tirelessly to protect BC’s environment. Richard brought this commitment to Ottawa in 2015 when he was elected Member of Parliament for South Okanagan–West Kootenay.Richard knows Canada must act now to stop climate change. He’s standing with Jagmeet and the NDP to take bold action on wasteful plastics and create thousands of good quality green jobs for Canadians across the country.Before running for public office, Richard served on many provincial and national boards and was the author of several award-winning books. He was named BC’s Biologist of the Year in 1996 and has deep local roots in the Okanagan Valley.

]]> Richard Cannings supported the motion to designate March as Irish Heritage Month http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20210328c1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20210328c1.mp3 18:05 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 28 Mar 2021 13:40:00 +0000 Pat Finnigan also spoke on the motion presented by James Maloney The son of a farmer, Pat grew up in Rogersville. During the late 1970s, he and his wife Lise, started their company, best known as “Mr. Tomato”. Pat FinniganThe son of a farmer, Pat grew up in Rogersville. During the late 1970s, he and his wife Lise, started their company, best known as “Mr. Tomato”. This prosperous family farming business regularly gives back to the community through their involvement in local events and fundraising for charitable organizations. Pat is also one of the founding members of the La Récolte de Chez Nous co-operative – a network in which cultivators can exchange products and promote their industry.Pat is very involved in his community. Among other activities, he was the Chair of the Board of Directors of the Atlantic Association of Community Business Development Corporations (CBDC) and President of the Kent CBDC and the Régie de la Santé de Miramichi. He was also president of the Miramichi Community Action Committee, and a member of the Ministry of Agriculture’s round table. He has received recognition on numerous occasions for his community involvement. In 2008, he received the Award of Excellence from the Province of New Brunswick for his community leadership and the Kent County Citizen of the Year Award, and in 2011, the New Brunswick Institute of Agrologists awarded him the Louis Hébert Award. Pat holds a technical diploma in phytology from the Nova Scotia Agricultural College.Pat was first elected in 2015 as the Member of Parliament for Miramichi-Grand Lake and re-elected in 2019. He is the Chair of the Standing Committee on Agriculture and Agri-food which studies bills, government activities and expenditures, and issues related to Canada’s agriculture and agri-food industry. Pat and his wife Lise live in Rogersville, they have two children and three grandchildren.

]]> Pat Finnigan also spoke on the motion presented by James Maloney The son of a farmer, Pat grew up in Rogersville. During the late 1970s, he and his wife Lise, started their company, best known as “Mr. Tomato”. http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20210328b1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20210328b1.mp3 16:04 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 28 Mar 2021 13:20:00 +0000 Gudie Hutchings Motion TextThat, in the opinion of the House, the government should recognize the important contributions that Irish-Canadians have made to building Canada, and to Canadian society in general, and should mark the importance of educating and reflecting upon Irish heritage and culture for future generations by declaring the month of March as Irish Heritage Month.First elected in the 2015 federal election, Gudie Hutchings is the Member of Parliament for Long Range Mountains and serves as the Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister of Small Business and Tourism.Prior to being elected, Gudie was a small business owner, tourism operator, and an advocate for the Newfoundland and Labrador tourism industry.During her first year in parliament, Gudie has focused on improving fisheries management for Newfoundland and Labrador, promoting greater support for the Canadian tourism industry, and working to ensure the federal government provides support for rural regions such as Long Range Mountains by ensuring federal policies account for the realities facing rural communities.Gudie is honoured to represent the riding of Long Range Mountains and remains committed to being a consensus builder who is always accessible and available to all of her constituents.

]]> Gudie Hutchings http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20210328a1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20210328a1.mp3 9:39 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 28 Mar 2021 13:00:00 +0000 In partnership with IFI, IFFO 2021 will be happening virtually, bringing the best of Irish cinema to your home cinema! In partnership with IFI, IFFO 2021 will be happening virtually, bringing the best of Irish cinema to your home cinema!Irish Film Festival Ottawa is a non-profit organization that celebrates Irish culture, language, humour and history through the modern medium of film. Founded in March 2014, the festival showcases recent films of all genres from Irish filmmakers in a three-day event that also incorporates Irish music, dance, and other arts. Our vision is to bring Irish film and filmmakers to Ottawa to support and promote Irish culture for the benefit of both Ottawa’s Irish community and the local population, and to inspire and develop Ottawa’s local film-making community. The festival provides a medium through which it is possible to share and promote Irish heritage to not only the Irish Diaspora but Canadians of all ethnicities who wish to learn more about Ireland, its people and its culture.The festival would not be possible without a dedicated team of volunteers who work tirelessly throughout the year to make it happen.

]]> In partnership with IFI, IFFO 2021 will be happening virtually, bringing the best of Irish cinema to your home cinema! http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20210321c1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20210321c1.mp3 18:47 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 21 Mar 2021 12:45:00 +0000 March as Irish Heritage Month in Canada That, in the opinion of the House, the government should recognize the important contributions that Irish-Canadians have made to building Canada, and to Canadian society in general, and should mark the importance of educating and reflecting upon Irish heritage and culture for future generations by declaring the month of March as Irish Heritage Month.

]]> March as Irish Heritage Month in Canada http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20210321b1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20210321b1.mp3 15:32 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 21 Mar 2021 12:25:00 +0000 Photographer & filmmaker Ross O’Callaghan is searching internationally for men with an Irish connection named Paddy, Patrick, Pat from all walks of life, for a stunning collection of portraits that will capture what it’s like to be Irish & male in Ireland Ross has already taken some photos of gay and disability activist Paddy Smyth;  musician Paddy Mulcahy, and a regular Paddy from Dublin, 68 year old Paddy Byrne.Ross is photographing men named Paddy, Pat and Patrick from all walks of life for a stunning collection of portraits that capture what it’s like to be Irish and male in contemporary Ireland.   The aim is to challenge the stereotype of a ‘Paddy Irishman’ and showcase the diversity of Ireland and the Irish male at an Exhibition of Paddy Portraits in New York on St Patrick’s Day 2022.Ross, or ‘Rosco’, who is best known as Hector's right-hand man behind the lens and who worked with U2 in his early career, has filmed in over one hundred countries, on all continents, making commercials, documentaries, sports, reality and lifestyle programming for RTE, TG4, BBC, UTV, Channel 4, NBC, SKY, HBO and MTV, amassing many awards along the way. On his travels, Ross says he has lost count of the times that he’s been called Paddy, which he feels is something many Irish men will relate to, and this provided some of the inspiration behind his project.  Ross is now recruiting Paddies interested in getting involved.  “This is a study of Irish men called Paddy from all walks of life through the medium of portrait photography.  I want to tell the story of Ireland’s oldest and youngest Paddy, of Paddy the farmer, the celebrity, the binman, the Paddy from abroad who has settled in Ireland or who has an ethnic heritage and identity. I want Paddy the activist as well as Paddy in prison, the traveller, the diplomat, the local legend and – if we can find him – Paddy the Drag Queen. It could also be Paddy Irish Man who’s now Paddy Scotsman – someone born in Ireland who is now living abroad.”

]]> Photographer & filmmaker Ross O’Callaghan is searching internationally for men with an Irish connection named Paddy, Patrick, Pat from all walks of life, for a stunning collection of portraits that will capture what it’s like to be Irish & male in Ireland http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20210321a1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20210321a1.mp3 23:15 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 21 Mar 2021 12:00:00 +0000 Past meets present, and contemporary movement meets history as 3 dancers explore the grand and idyllic stone fort Grianán of Aileach in Co. Donegal, Ireland. B-Hybrid Dance presents ‘Of Simple Stone’ - a short dance film that highlights the umbilical connection one has to their home-land.Past meets present, and contemporary movement meets history as 3 dancers explore the grand and idyllic stone fort Grianán of Aileach in Co. Donegal, Ireland. The tranquil energy within the fort’s walls contrasts with the energetic pull of the buzzing world outside.Whether at home or further afield, this feast for the eyes will always bring you home.‘Home’ by poet Liam Porter (Donegal, Ireland) lends an eloquent verbal narrative read bydirector/choreographer Brian Gillespie. And a moving musical accompaniment frommusician Méabh Kinsella (Donegal, Ireland) provides pace to create something special ofsimple imagery.

]]> Past meets present, and contemporary movement meets history as 3 dancers explore the grand and idyllic stone fort Grianán of Aileach in Co. Donegal, Ireland. http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20210314c1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20210314c1.mp3 13:26 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 14 Mar 2021 12:45:00 +0000 This exhibit tells the stories of the desperate and often disease stricken emigrants who fled across the Atlantic from Ireland’s Great Hunger in 1847 as well as those of their Canadian caregivers in Ontario. The Irish Famine Migrant Stories in Ontario virtual exhibit. This exhibit tells the stories of the desperate and often disease stricken emigrants who fled across the Atlantic from Ireland’s Great Hunger in 1847 as well as those of their Canadian caregivers in Ontario. It is hosted by Canada Ireland Foundation (formerly Ireland Park Foundation) in Toronto. This exhibit tells the story of the Irish Famine migrants who crossed the Atlantic fleeing the Great Irish Hunger of 1847.https://irishfaminestories.caJason King (Postdoctoral Researcher) has previously lectured at the University of Limerick, Concordia University, and NUI Maynooth.  His research specializes in intercultural performance at the intersection of migration, memory, and literary studies in the past and present. His publications include “Irish Multiculturalism in Crisis: Integration, Migration, and Recession in Contemporary Ireland” (forthcoming special issue of Irish Studies Review, co-edited with Pilar Villar-Argaiz,), “Irish Global Migration and Memory” (special issue of Atlantic Studies: Global Currents, co-edited by Marguérite Corporaal),  “Memoir, Memory, and Migration in Irish Culture” (special issue of Irish Review, co-edited with Tina O’Toole), and Where is Home: An Educational Resource on Refugees in International and Irish Perspective (co-authored with Piaras Mac Éinrí).  His work on interculturalism, migration, and Irish theatre and performance has appeared in Irish Review, Éire-Ireland, Canadian Journal of Irish Studies among other journals and multiple edited collections. He is also the curator of the digital Irish Famine Archive:http://faminearchive.nuigalway.ie/For his Master’s Degree, William Peat researched the Irish Diaspora in the San Francisco Bay Area. This involved broadly grounding myself in theories of group identity, innovation clusters and networking in a neoliberal environment. Since graduation he has worked freelance for worldirish.com, conducting research on international Irish networks as well as online social media activity. Upon completion of that he concentrated on setting up a non-for-profit called NGen Ireland.

]]> This exhibit tells the stories of the desperate and often disease stricken emigrants who fled across the Atlantic from Ireland’s Great Hunger in 1847 as well as those of their Canadian caregivers in Ontario. http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20210314b1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20210314b1.mp3 22:11 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 14 Mar 2021 12:25:00 +0000 John Creedon has presented multiple television series on RTÉ of road trips across Ireland showcasing Ireland’s history and geography, along with some lesser-known stories of the areas he visits. He lives in Cork. That Place We Call HomeA journey through the place names of IrelandJohn Creedon has always been fascinated by place names, from when he was a young boy growing up in Cork City to travelling around Ireland making his popular television show. In this brilliant new book, he digs beneath the surface of familiar place names, peeling back the layers of meaning behind them to reveal stories about the nature of the land of Erin and the people who walked it before us.Travel the highways, byways and boreens of Ireland with John and become absorbed in the place names such as ’The Land of Robins’, ’Patrick’s Bed’, ’The Eagles Nest’, ’Hidden Treasure’ and ’The Valley of the Crazy’. All hold clues to help uncover our past and make sense of that place we call home, feeding both mind and soul along the way.That Place We Call Home is an absorbing non-fiction debut from one of Ireland’s broadcasting national treasures.

]]> John Creedon has presented multiple television series on RTÉ of road trips across Ireland showcasing Ireland’s history and geography, along with some lesser-known stories of the areas he visits. He lives in Cork. http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20210314a1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20210314a1.mp3 23:49 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 14 Mar 2021 12:00:00 +0000 The sixth annual IRL Festival is bringing the fun online with Trasna na dTonnta:- Across the Waves . The sixth annual IRL Festival is bringing the fun online with Trasna na dTonnta:- Across the Waves .This magical image for IRL Fest 2021 is exciting as we showcase new programming of Irish culture across the North Atlantic waves to the Waterloo region and across the cyber waves into the comfort of our homes. Connecting with community is more important than ever and we’re doing that from March6th to 17 th , 2021.Trasna na dTonnta is the title of an old Irish song learned in all Irish schools in early childhood.The first two lines are particularly significant for these Covid times as we long for a return to normal andlook forward with hope to once again meet each other face to face with hugs and joyful celebration.In Irish they read:Trasna na dtonnta, dul siar, sul siarSlan leis an uaigneas ‘is slan leis an gcianWhich translates as:Over the waves, going west, going west!Goodbye to loneliness and to the distant remoteness.What seemed like a daunting task when we set about planning our Covid festival several months agohas developed into an absolute gem of a festival lineup. We have curated a virtual festival that will beengaging and fun for all ages. With 20 events ranging from film to cuisine, Celtic Music School, theatre,music performances and family events all online! We have maintained our partnerships with localbusinesses in an effort to support them in these times and do what we can to keep the communityengaged with them as well. We are still able to provide many free events for your enjoyment, andmonies raised through paid events will be much appreciated by local artists who have suffered greatly financially through this whole pandemic.

]]> The sixth annual IRL Festival is bringing the fun online with Trasna na dTonnta:- Across the Waves . http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20210307c1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20210307c1.mp3 12:13 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 07 Mar 2021 13:40:00 +0000 Keara Barnes is an actor, writer, voice over artist and producer from Vancouver, B.C. She holds a BFA in Theatre from The University of Victoria and studied at the Lee Strasberg Theatre and Film Institute in New York. In The Stepmom we meet the character of Saoirse, a young Canadian woman who, grieving the recent death of her mother, moves to Ireland to reconnect with her roots. There, she falls in love and finds herself in the unexpected position of stepmother. The film follows her burgeoning relationship with the young girl, compounded by her antagonistic mother. When the opportunity of a lifetime presents itself in Canada, Saoirse must choose between family life abroad or pursuing her dreams back home. A story about love, about losing and finding motherhood, and about living abroad…with some Irish craic thrown in for good measure.The Play’s HistoryThe Stepmom short film is adapted from an award-winning one-woman show, Almost a Stepmom. Featuring one woman playing six characters, Almost a Stepmom debuted in the 2015 Victoria Fringe Festival to critical acclaim. It was then chosen from dozens of entries to headline the 2016 Shift One Act Play Festival and subsequently toured to the 2016 Calgary Fringe Festival, where it was named one of the top five shows in the festival, and won the Jester’s Cap Award. In 2017 the play enjoyed a sold-out run at the Vancouver Celticfest followed by a sold-out run later that year at the Vancouver Fringe Festival. The show has been performed in schools, pubs and theatres throughout Western Canada. Keara is also a published writer, a professional voice over artist, and the Director of Sponsorship & Development at the Vancouver Horror Show Film Festival.

]]> Keara Barnes is an actor, writer, voice over artist and producer from Vancouver, B.C. She holds a BFA in Theatre from The University of Victoria and studied at the Lee Strasberg Theatre and Film Institute in New York. http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20210307d1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20210307d1.mp3 15:35 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 07 Mar 2021 13:40:00 +0000 Oscar Mou CCE Ottawa talks about their Patrick's Ceili plans. No plans for St Patrick’s day? Ottawa Irish Arts has just the thing to sweeten your St Patrick’s at home! Seeing as we cannot gather for our traditional St. Patrick’s Day Dinner and Céilí, we propose a virtual arts showcase and a non-virtual snack box!The performance pieces will be accompanied by a box of Irish-themed snacks to enjoy at your own leisure. To allow for shipping time, we will require all orders for snack boxes to be made on Eventbrite by 13 March at the latest. Entry to the art performance is included with the purchase of a snack box.These snack boxes also make the perfect Irish-themed gift for a friend so you can celebrate St. Patrick’s together!

]]> Oscar Mou CCE Ottawa talks about their Patrick's Ceili plans. http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20210307b1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20210307b1.mp3 12:32 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 07 Mar 2021 13:20:00 +0000 Frank Flood, Irish Consul General to Vancouver talks about the 2021 festival. CelticFest Vancouver is Western Canada’s biggest annual Celtic festival. CelticFest is a rich cultural celebration of the seven Celtic nations’ kinship and community. The festival showcases the best of Celtic music, dance, spoken word as well as film, food and fare and the much-anticipated St. Patrick’s Day Parade.Given the virtual nature of the world these days I thought it was worth reaching out with some highlights of this year's CelticFest Vancouver! The silver lining of Western Canada's largest Celtic Festival going virtual is that all of Canada can join in! As you know, St Patrick's Day festivities worldwide were the first public events to be cancelled in 2020 due to COVID. But a year on, the CelticFest committee is ready to launch their inaugural virtual program.

]]> Frank Flood, Irish Consul General to Vancouver talks about the 2021 festival. http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20210307a1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20210307a1.mp3 18:44 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 07 Mar 2021 13:00:00 +0000 A project to build a beautiful world class Memorial Space around the Black Rock on the Montreal side of the Victoria Bridge. Fergus Keyes talks about recent developments. A project to build a beautiful world class Memorial Space around the Black Rock on the Montreal side of the Victoria Bridge. Fergus Keyes talks about recent developments.This space would remember the 6000+ Irish immigrants, fleeing the Great Hunger in Ireland, that died and were buried in the area in 1847.It would also honor the many Montrealers of every language, religion, and heritage that provided help and comfort to these dying Irish. Many of these “caregivers” also gave their life in this great humanitarian effort.Members of the Montreal local Irish community are optimistic about the prospects for a proposed memorial park to honour Montreal’s Irish famine victims after meeting with Mayor Valérie Plante.Mayor Plante expressed willingness to reroute part of Bridge St. so the park can be created on the site where up to 6,000 Irish immigrants died of typhus in 1847-48. Mayor Plante also indicated she might be willing to reconsider her controversial proposal to name the future Réseau express métropolitain (REM) station in nearby Griffintown after late premier Bernard Landry, according to people who attended.“She said, ‘Yes, it’s our intention to move Bridge St. Yes, we’re 100 per cent committed to do a study on moving Bridge St.,’ ” said Victor Boyle, a director of the Montreal Irish Memorial Park Foundation, who attended the meeting with co-director Fergus Keyes. The foundation has been fighting for more than a decade to create a commemorative park on the sitehttp://www.montrealirishmonument.com/

]]> A project to build a beautiful world class Memorial Space around the Black Rock on the Montreal side of the Victoria Bridge. Fergus Keyes talks about recent developments. http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20210228c1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20210228c1.mp3 22:27 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 28 Feb 2021 13:40:00 +0000 Global Greening 2021: hundreds of iconic landmarks and buildings around the world will take part in Tourism Ireland’s Global Greening 2021 initiative around St Patrick’s Day. Global Greening 2021: hundreds of iconic landmarks and buildings around the world will take part in Tourism Ireland’s Global Greening 2021 initiative around St Patrick’s Day. From Brussels to Buenos Aires and from Sydney to San Francisco, a host of buildings and sites around the world will light up in green. This will be the 12th year of Global Greening.Niall Gibbons, Chief Executive of Tourism Ireland, said: “This has been a catastrophic year for everyone in our industry, but I do believe that tourism can, and will, recover from this pandemic. Recent news about vaccines is really positive and gives us hope for travel in 2021. In our research, Northern Ireland and Ireland have consistently been among the destinations that holidaymakers say they would be most comfortable visiting, even while social distancing measures are in place. So, while we in Tourism Ireland certainly don’t underestimate the challenges that may lie ahead, we look to 2021 with hope and optimism.

]]> Global Greening 2021: hundreds of iconic landmarks and buildings around the world will take part in Tourism Ireland’s Global Greening 2021 initiative around St Patrick’s Day. http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20210228b1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20210228b1.mp3 13:32 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 28 Feb 2021 13:20:00 +0000 The theme of this year’s St. Patrick’s Festival is Dúisigh Éire! Awaken Ireland! Fáilte go Féile Pádraig 2021! Dúisigh Éire! Awaken Ireland! is ea téama na Féile i mbliana.Tugaimid cuireadh daoibh dorchadas na míonna fada a chaitheamh díobh agus croí isteach a dhéanamh leis na laethanta geala atá romhainn. Welcome to St. Patrick’s Festival 2021! The theme of this year’s Festival is Dúisigh Éire! Awaken Ireland!We invite you to throw off the long, dark months and rise to embrace the brighter days ahead.The Festival runs from March 12 – 17 and here’s how you can watch all our 100+ events, no matter where you are in the world:Streaming live globally here at our website through our TV channel — St. Patrick’s Festival TV (SPF TV)and you can replay all programmes on their event page after they have broadcast, up to March 21.You can watch the SPF TV live stream on www.rte.ie/culture.

]]> The theme of this year’s St. Patrick’s Festival is Dúisigh Éire! Awaken Ireland! http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20210228a1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20210228a1.mp3 16:21 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 28 Feb 2021 13:00:00 +0000 Gene Fitzpatrick is of the most sought-after compéres and after dinner speakers on the circuit today and is described as the "Man for all Occasions". Gene Fitzpatrick is of the most sought-after compéres and after dinner speakers on the circuit today and is described as the "Man for all Occasions".Gene Fitzpatrick can appeal to any audience winning them over in minutes, whether it's a Chartered Accountants dinner, a 100 year old's birthday party or a church hall event or full concert. Gene Fitzpatrick has exceptional crowd-control and has that rare ability to make everyone feel at home..Gene Fitzpatrick is a first class act mixing one-liners with a wealth of hilarious gags and stories. An act that is always, clean, funny and inoffensive. He has a natural charm and warmth, along with an enviable ability to create a relaxed, friendly atmosphere in any room.Passionate about giving an audience what they need “information and entertainment”. Gene Fitzpatrick can provide a first class stage After Dinner Speaker, Golf Events Master Of Ceremonies, Compère, Road Show Compère, Corporate Master of ceremonies, Wedding Master Of Ceremonies and Gertrude Byrnes Irish cruises on Holland America and Fred Olsen cruises from San Diego to Barbados.Gene Fitzpatrick is well known, has a limitless fund of jokes and a unique and friendly way with his audience that ensures their full attention.

]]> Gene Fitzpatrick is of the most sought-after compéres and after dinner speakers on the circuit today and is described as the "Man for all Occasions". http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20210221b1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20210221b1.mp3 20:12 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 21 Feb 2021 13:40:00 +0000 Ruth Smith is a musician, teacher and producer living in Clare. She is a singer, songwriter, multi-instrumentalist and one third of the female vocal and instrumental trio The Evertides. Ruth Smith is a musician, teacher and producer living in Clare. She is a singer, songwriter, multi-instrumentalist and one third of the female vocal and instrumental trio The Evertides. During the summer of 2017, she played the role of Ex-Girlfriend in ‘Once’ at the Olympia Theatre in Dublin. Ruth made her presenting debut on RTÉ Radio 1 in 2017 also with a one-hour special and followed up as a presenter on Late Date. She recently presented an 8-week series on RTÉ Radio 1 called ‘Simply Folk with Ruth Smith’.

]]> Ruth Smith is a musician, teacher and producer living in Clare. She is a singer, songwriter, multi-instrumentalist and one third of the female vocal and instrumental trio The Evertides. http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20210221a1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20210221a1.mp3 32:18 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 21 Feb 2021 13:00:00 +0000 Irish poet Dr Arthur Broomfield has launched Ireland Calling, a new book of poems of special interest to Irish people residing in Canada . Irish Poet’s collection evokes memories of Ireland’s past. Irish poet Dr Arthur Broomfield has launched Ireland Calling, a new book of poems of special interest to Irish people residing in Canada . The collection is written in ballad form and recalls stories, characters and events – some humorous, some sad – that will evoke nostalgic  memories of Ireland’s past. Love for his subject, for the Irish characters, stories and landscape, is the inspiration that drives Broomfield’s work. Clare Bolger, Irish author, academic and literary critic writes: Broomfield’s poetry is ‘written in the language of the people, it digs deep into the Irish tradition of telling yarns...it comes  from the “deep heart’s core,” ’ as readers will note when poems such as ‘Planting the Spuds’, ‘The Fairy Bush’. The Rambling House’ tug the heart strings. Revival Press, Broomfield’s publishers, insist ‘if there’s a drop of Irish blood in your arteries, this book is for you’. Arthur Broomfield’s Ireland Calling truly comes from ‘the deep heart’s core’.  Written in the language of the people  it digs deep into the Irish tradition of telling yarns and bringing characters to life, through dramas and events,  that, in their telling, sparkle with  vitality, ‘spakes’ and humour that will draw those of Irish origin back to their roots, and for those less fortunate, open valuable insights into the Irish character. In ‘Making the Deal’ the young boy learns the art of buying cattle at the April fair ‘every trick and nod, every nudge and sign’. The emigrant in a North American city, in a sensuous Heaney like image recalls ‘the Cappagh soil between my hands, the smell of the dung, the sunset and the view,’ in ‘Planting the Spuds’.  ‘Flour bought in Mansworth’s, buttermilk from the cow’, is ‘shaped round with floury hands, some upon her brow’ in a poem that aches with the longing for soda bread [He Dreams of Soda Bread].

]]> Irish poet Dr Arthur Broomfield has launched Ireland Calling, a new book of poems of special interest to Irish people residing in Canada . http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20210214c1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20210214c1.mp3 10:50 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 14 Feb 2021 13:45:00 +0000 Like A Child is the second single from John Blek's highly anticipated album Digressions #2 Grounded. A song that reminds us to cherish our innocence. Like A Child  is the second single from John Blek's highly anticipated album Digressions #2 Grounded. A song that reminds us to cherish our innocence.Recorded at home in isolation during the COVID-19 pandemic. Grounded is Blek’s effort to regain a sense of balance and purpose during this period of great uncertainty. It shows the artist drawing from a new well of sound, embracing synthesis, remote recording and electronic instruments for the first time. With the process being as integral to the message as the songs themselves, John wanted to demonstrate the sound of a world in the digital age while still maintaining his signature warm acoustic tones and reverence for the simple things in life.

]]> Like A Child is the second single from John Blek's highly anticipated album Digressions #2 Grounded. A song that reminds us to cherish our innocence. http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20210214b1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20210214b1.mp3 15:35 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 14 Feb 2021 13:30:00 +0000 Vancouver Park Board and the Ireland Canada Monument Society are agreed to a design for the monument at the entrance to George Wainborn Park, Vancouver. http://www.irelandcanadamonument.com The Ireland Canada Monument at George Wainborn Park Vancouver approved by Vancouver Park Board will be situated on the traditional, unceeded and ancestral territories of the xʷməθkwəy̓əm (Musqueam), Skwxwú7mesh (Squamish), and Səl̓ílwətaʔ/Selilwitulh (Tsleil-Waututh) Nations who have lived on the land known as Vancouver today since time immemorial.

Monument Society Directors convey sincere thanks to Vancouver Park Board, the City of Vancouver and leaders of the Musqueam, Squamish and Tsleil Wautath First Nations for the opportunity to build the Ireland Canada Monument honouring people of Ireland (The Diaspora) who have contributed to Canada.

The site at Wainborn Park features a bosque of 32 Ash trees planted when the park first opened in 2004 and compliments the 32 Counties of Ireland - original homeland of the Diaspora of Ireland in Canada.​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​

We are delighted to confirm that Vancouver Park Board and the Ireland Canada Monument Society       are agreed to a design for the monument at the entrance to George Wainborn Park, Vancouver.         

      Walking into the site entrance we find ourselves in a bosque of 32 Ash Trees that have grown tall there for 32 years and surprisingly, complement the 32 Counties of all Ireland!  The site plan includes sitting-down space around the bosque and, at the centre, a monument of stones from Ireland and Canada.

      This monument will stand for countless generations in remembrance of all who came giving their lives and themselves from Ireland and building Canada.  

]]> Vancouver Park Board and the Ireland Canada Monument Society are agreed to a design for the monument at the entrance to George Wainborn Park, Vancouver. http://www.irelandcanadamonument.com http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20210214a1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20210214a1.mp3 29:55 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 14 Feb 2021 13:00:00 +0000 One of the country ‘s oldest record companies, Claddach Records, has signed a licensing agreement with Universal Music Ireland to make a wide collection of Irish music, song and poetry available worldwide. One of the country ‘s oldest record companies, Claddagh Records, has signed a licensing agreement with Universal Music Ireland to make a wide collection of Irish music, song and poetry available worldwide.Claddach Records was established by Garech Browne and Ivor Browne in 1959 with the aim of recording and preserving Irish culture and heritage.Among those who recorded with Claddagh were The Chieftains, Sean O ‘Riada, Seamus Heaney, Liam O’Flynn, Jack MacGowran, Patrick Kavanagh, Samuel Beckett, Tommy Potts, Seamus Ennis, Dolly McMahon, Thomas Kinsella and John Montague.The first album released by the company was an album by piper Leo Rowsome ‘King of the Pipers’.“Garech Browne wanted the records to be available nationally and internationally to those interested in Irish culture,” said James Morrisey, Chairman of Claddach Records.

]]> One of the country ‘s oldest record companies, Claddach Records, has signed a licensing agreement with Universal Music Ireland to make a wide collection of Irish music, song and poetry available worldwide. http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20210207b1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20210207b1.mp3 28:23 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 07 Feb 2021 13:30:00 +0000 Cathal Murray is the presenter of Late Date on RTE Radio 1. Tune into ‘Late Date’, the perfect musical end to the day, with Cathal Murray, from 11pm-2am (Irish Time) Cathal Murray is the presenter of Late Date on RTE Radio 1. Tune into ‘Late Date’, the perfect musical end to the day, with Cathal Murray, from 11pm-2am (Irish Time), Sunday-Thursday. Originally from Athlone, in Co Westmeath, he now lives in Dublin with his wife Siobhan. www.rte.ie/radio1/late-dateIt might be winding down time in Ireland, but thanks to the web, Late Date has an audience all over the world! So whether the phones have stopped ringing in your part of the planet or not there's always room for a quality music mix show.One of the best known music shows on Radio 1 for the last two decades, Late Date always attracts a loyal, local audience of night owls, from cabbies to clubbers, shift workers to security crews and a lot more besides. Each programme brings you the perfect blend of music and good company.

]]> Cathal Murray is the presenter of Late Date on RTE Radio 1. Tune into ‘Late Date’, the perfect musical end to the day, with Cathal Murray, from 11pm-2am (Irish Time) http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20210207a1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20210207a1.mp3 25:18 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 07 Feb 2021 13:00:00 +0000 Mael Brigde is a devotee of the Irish goddess and saint, Brigit. She founded the Daughters of the Flame in order to rekindle the perpetual fire once burned by the sisters of Saint Brigit in Kildare, Ireland. As part of her devotion to Brigit, Mael Brigde strives to learn all she can of her lore and traditions and to share this with others who seek her. In addition to maintaining the Daughters of the Flame and two Brigit blogs, Brigit’s Sparkling Flame (2004), and a poetry blog, Stone on the Belly (2015), Mael has contributed essays and poems to a number of books, assisted others in their researches, led webinars on Brigit and Brigidine devotion, and created three online courses. The first, Discovering Brigit, introduces the saint and goddess and offers tools for learning more about her. The second, Stepping Into Brigit, guides the seeker into a deepening connection with Brigit. Journey with Brigit, Goddess of Poetry, is a longer, intensive class that explores reading and writing poetry as a sacred act, offering meditations, historical information, and the model of both ancient and modern Irish poets.

]]> Mael Brigde is a devotee of the Irish goddess and saint, Brigit. She founded the Daughters of the Flame in order to rekindle the perpetual fire once burned by the sisters of Saint Brigit in Kildare, Ireland. http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20210131b1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20210131b1.mp3 12:33 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 31 Jan 2021 13:30:00 +0000 Maura De Freitas is the Festival Director of the St. Brigid’s Day Festival Vancouver and a founding member of the Irish Benevolent Society of B.C.Brid Dunne is the Vice president of the Irish Canadian Chamber of Commerce Vancouver. In 2020, the IBSBC launched the first annual St. Brigid’s Day Festival (Lá Féile Bríde) with the support of the Consulate General of Ireland, Vancouver.It is thanks to our generous supporters that we were able to present our inaugural event at Simon Fraser University Harbour Centre in February 2020. Now, we are absolutely delighted that we can present the 2021 St. Brigid’s Day Festival in week-long virtual format with registration is open to participants across North America and Ireland.Our festival offers a wide range of voices and viewpoints with many inspiring and thought-provoking insights into the goddess and saint known as Brigid. While she represents the creativity of women, we welcome men to join us and register for any and all of our sessions.Brid Dunne is the Vice president of the Irish Canadian Chamber of Commerce Vancouver.

]]> Maura De Freitas is the Festival Director of the St. Brigid’s Day Festival Vancouver and a founding member of the Irish Benevolent Society of B.C.Brid Dunne is the Vice president of the Irish Canadian Chamber of Commerce Vancouver. http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20210131a1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20210131a1.mp3 25:11 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 31 Jan 2021 13:00:00 +0000 Kathleen Fee talks about this year's festival Festival Bloomsday Montreal celebrates James Joyce’s birthday every February 2.  Because, why not?In fact, the 2020 celebration at the Westmount Library (02-02-2020 for the numerologically inclined) was one of the last times we were able to gather in person before COVID-19 upended our lives.  The Westmount room was full to bursting and quite unlibrary-like: the wood paneling echoing with chatter and laughter as people passed around sweets and refreshments.  Our master of ceremonies, Kevin Wright, got the lively crowd under control and introduced a roster of readers for an entertaining hour of stories, reminiscence, and recently rediscovered excerpts of Joyceana.  After a piece of birthday cake all headed out into the snow.This year we’ll assemble on Zoom for another evening of readings by and about Joyce, again hosted by Bloomsday Montreal’s president, Kevin Wright, whose erudition sparkles behind a gracious, genial smile.  Kevin has plumbed the depths of Joyce’s work to uncover some little-known gems that suit this year’s theme: Origins.  A distinguished group of local “originals” including the delightful literary sisters, Peggy and Colleen Curran, and theatre stalwart, Clive Brewer, will bring them to life.  Festivities should last just over an hour, then we’ll raise a glass to the inimitable, immortal James Aloysius Joyce.

]]> Kathleen Fee talks about this year's festival http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20210131c1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20210131c1.mp3 10:06 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sat, 30 Jan 2021 13:50:00 +0000 SomeRiseSomeFall is an independent community of songwriters, musicians and creatives. Michael Fitzgerald Anna Mitchell talk about the project SomeRiseSomeFall is an independent community of songwriters, musicians and creatives. The ever evolving collective brings together artists and vocalists such as John Blek, Rowan, Anna Mitchell, Kevin Herron, Marlene Enright and a large cast of musicians with producer Brian Casey, videographer Allie Glynn and artist Riona NI Riagain, all with the aim to interpret & reimagine songs for unique new recordings.

]]> SomeRiseSomeFall is an independent community of songwriters, musicians and creatives. Michael Fitzgerald Anna Mitchell talk about the project http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20210127b1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20210127b1.mp3 22:14 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 24 Jan 2021 13:30:00 +0000 Riots occurred in January 1907 during and following the opening performance of the play. The riots were stirred up by Irish nationalists and republicans who viewed the contents of the play as an offence to public morals and an insult against Ireland. For several years John P. Kelly was Head of Radio Drama output with RTE, the Irish equivalent of Canada’s CBC.Having trained as a theatre director with Ireland’s famous National Theatre, the Abbey, he joined the broadcaster “to make some real money.”

The Playboy of the Western World is a three-act play written by Irish playwright John Millington Synge and first performed at the Abbey Theatre, Dublin, on 26 January 1907. It is set in Michael James Flaherty's public house in County Mayo (on the west coast of Ireland) during the early 1900s. It tells the story of Christy Mahon, a young man running away from his farm, claiming he killed his father. Riots occurred in January 1907 during and following the opening performance of the play. The riots were stirred up by Irish nationalists and republicans who viewed the contents of the play as an offence to public morals and an insult against Ireland. The riots took place in Dublin, spreading out from the Abbey Theatre and finally being quelled by the actions of the Dublin Metropolitan Police.The fact that the play was based on a story of apparent patricide also attracted a hostile public reaction. It was egged on by nationalists, including Sinn Féin leader Arthur Griffith, who believed that the theatre was not sufficiently political and described the play as "a vile and inhuman story told in the foulest language we have ever listened to from a public platform". With the pretext of a perceived slight on the virtue of Irish womanhood in the line "a drift of females standing in their shifts" (a shift (garment) being a female undergarment, similar to a nightgown), a significant portion of the crowd rioted, causing the remainder of the play to be acted out in dumb show. Nevertheless, press opinion soon turned against the rioters and the protests petered out.

]]> Riots occurred in January 1907 during and following the opening performance of the play. The riots were stirred up by Irish nationalists and republicans who viewed the contents of the play as an offence to public morals and an insult against Ireland. http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20210127a1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20210127a1.mp3 30:34 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 24 Jan 2021 13:00:00 +0000 Lochlann Scott of Helplink Mental Health Services talks about the increase in demand for counseling services requested by the Irish Diaspora over the past 12 months and particularly the increase in requests for help during Covid. Lochlann Scott of Helplink Mental Health Services talks about the increase in demand for counseling services requested by the Irish Diaspora over the past 12 months and particularly the increase in requests for help during Covid.Lochlann also outlines the improvement in service delivery planned by Helplink

]]> Lochlann Scott of Helplink Mental Health Services talks about the increase in demand for counseling services requested by the Irish Diaspora over the past 12 months and particularly the increase in requests for help during Covid. http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20210117b1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20210117b1.mp3 23:57 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 17 Jan 2021 13:30:00 +0000 Colm Brophy was appointed Minister of State with responsibility for Overseas Development Aid and Diaspora on July 1st, 2020. Colm Brophy is a Fine Gael TD representing Dublin South-West. He was first elected to the Dáil in 2016. During the 32nd Dáil he served as Chairman of the Budgetary Oversight Committee which was established in 2016 to enhance the role of the Oireachtas in the budgetary formation process. He was also a Member of the Joint Committee on Justice and Equality and the Joint Committee on European Union Affairs. Member of South Dublin County Council 2008 – 2016. Colm is a former member of the Board of the Housing Finance Agency. Colm is also the former President of the Association of Irish Local Government.The Irish Government has approved a new Diaspora Strategy for the period 2020-2025. The Strategy sets out what the Government will do over the next five years to support and engage with our diaspora communities around the world. It takes a broad and inclusive definition of the diaspora, reflecting the diversity of the global Irish community today. The Strategy also reflects the priorities in the Programme for Government, in particular, the commitmentsto ensure that the most vulnerable of our overseas communities are supported;to hold a referendum to extend the right to vote in Presidential elections to Irish citizens, wherever they live;to seek pathways to legal migration to the US and solutions for undocumented Irish citizens;to promote opportunities by the next generation of the Diaspora to work and study in Ireland;to address barriers facing emigrants who are returning home.

]]> Colm Brophy was appointed Minister of State with responsibility for Overseas Development Aid and Diaspora on July 1st, 2020. http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20210117a1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20210117a1.mp3 25:06 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 17 Jan 2021 13:00:00 +0000 Tom Ganly was secretary of the Longford - Westmeath Argentine Association and had visited the Argentine more than 20 times. He talks about hurling in Argentina and the Dresden Affair and the Ganly connection Tom Ganly was secretary of the Longford - Westmeath Argentine Association and had visited the Argentine more than 20 times. He talks about hurling in Argentina and the Dresden Affair and the Ganly connection

]]> Tom Ganly was secretary of the Longford - Westmeath Argentine Association and had visited the Argentine more than 20 times. He talks about hurling in Argentina and the Dresden Affair and the Ganly connection http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20210110d1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20210110d1.mp3 10:47 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 10 Jan 2021 13:45:00 +0000 Columban Fr Liam Carey is originally from the Westmeath and his Grandfather was Argentinian. He worked in Brazil as a Columban missionary priest before journeying onto Peru. Columban Fr Liam Carey is originally from the Westmeath and his Grandfather was Argentinian. He worked in Brazil as a Columban missionary priest before journeying onto Peru.

Columban Fr Liam Carey finds a motorcycle to be a godsend when working on the urban fringe of Lima, Peru.The roar of engines, a plume of dust, a mean machine slicing through the desert sands....It all sounds like a scene from the 70s cult classic “Easy Rider” but in fact it is Columban Missionary Fr Liam Carey speeding to his next Mass in the parish of Jicamarca on the eastern edge of Lima, Peru.

]]> Columban Fr Liam Carey is originally from the Westmeath and his Grandfather was Argentinian. He worked in Brazil as a Columban missionary priest before journeying onto Peru. http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20210110c1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20210110c1.mp3 12:30 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 10 Jan 2021 13:30:00 +0000 Diego Kaplun Carmody Diego Kaplun Carmody now resides in Ireland and is from the Argentine. His family originated near Kilkee. Co Clare. During political turmoil, Diego's wife wished to relocate to Europe and Diego convinced her to settle in Ireland, which she has grown to love.

]]> Diego Kaplun Carmody http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20210110b1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20210110b1.mp3 14:36 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 10 Jan 2021 13:15:00 +0000 Una Byrne is the grandaughter of Bernard Gannon Bernard Gannon, an accordion player who had been born among the Irish-Argentine diaspora in Argentina in 1881. As a young man, he had inherited a farm in Carrigeen, and moved to Ireland, where he settled down and raised a family. Anne was the seventh of 17 children. (She later became Anne Byrne when she married, and settled in Ardagh, Co. Longford.)

All his life, Bernard Gannon continued to play on his accordion the Argentine music that he’d picked up in his youth and brought with him to Ireland. Later he added Irish tunes to his repertoire; these he picked up from local musicians, particularly from his brother-in-law, the fiddle player Christopher ‘Kit’ Kelly. Of the many recordings that Anne made, perhaps the most fascinating are those of the infectiously happy Argentine polkas and waltzes of her father, who performed with impressive elegance and skill, despite his advancing years. These are the only recordings made in Ireland of the folk music played among the sizeable Irish diaspora in Argentina in the 19th century.

]]> Una Byrne is the grandaughter of Bernard Gannon http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20210110a1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20210110a1.mp3 16:51 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 10 Jan 2021 13:00:00 +0000 Frances Black grew up on Charlemont Street in Dublin as the youngest of the late Patty and Kevin's five children. It was a very musical family, and she began singing with her older siblings, Shay, Michael, Mary and Martin, known as The Black Family Frances Black became an award-winning Irish singer, and a pure vocal tone and an energetic stage presence made her one of Ireland’s most popular singers. She has released many award-winning albums and continues to tour and perform around the world.In 2009, Frances founded a charitable organisation that is very close to her heart called The RISE Foundation, which is an organisation set up to support family members who have a loved one with an alcohol, drug or gambling problem. The RISE family programme helps to reduce anxiety, stress and confusion for the family members. It promotes healing by identifying how addictive behaviour can impact the family and what family members can do to take care of themselves. It is her work with RISE and her collaboration with other community and charitable organisations that inspired Frances to run for the Seanad, as she believes that there is a need to represent these services and be the voice of those who are vulnerable in society. She was delighted to be elected to the 25th Seanad Éireann in April 2016.Social Entrepreneurs Ireland (SEI) awarded Frances the prestigious Social Entrepreneur of the Year award in 2010 and again in 2011. The RISE Foundation also won a Vodafone World of Difference award in 2010. She was internationally recognised in 2015 when she won the Emerald Spirit Award 2015 in New York. This unique award is for professionals active in the field of family recovery from addiction. As such, it honours an under‐recognised community of dedicated professional and advocates who work with family members, including children and adult children of alcoholics collaterally affected by the family disease of addiction.On April 2016 Frances was elected to the Seanad having been nominated by the Independent Broadcasters of Ireland.  Frances is the first independently elected woman to the Seanad.Frances is married and has two grown-up children, Eoghan and Aoife Scott, both of whom are musicians.

]]> Frances Black grew up on Charlemont Street in Dublin as the youngest of the late Patty and Kevin's five children. It was a very musical family, and she began singing with her older siblings, Shay, Michael, Mary and Martin, known as The Black Family http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20210103d1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20210103d1.mp3 17:17 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada Frances Black grew up on Charlemont Street in Dublin as the youngest of the late Patty and Kevin's five children. It was a very musical family, and she began singing with her older siblings, Shay, Michael, Mary and Martin, known as The Black Family, when no Sun, 03 Jan 2021 13:45:00 +0000 Fiona O'Brien: After Emigrating from Ireland to Canada in 2012 Fiona began on a quest to stamp out the racism that the Irish face….One Lucky Charm at a time. After Emigrating from Ireland to Canada in 2012 Fiona began on a quest to stamp out the racism that the Irish face….One Lucky Charm at a time.Fiona knows the Irish are not a race, but she cannot pronounce Xenophobia. Fiona quickly established herself by winning over audiences: Two time semi finalist in the Absolute Comedy “Prove You’re a Comic” competition, a finalist in the Toronto Comedy Brawl, a finalist in The ‘Rising Stars Competition’ at The Brantford Comedy Festival, and two time Tournament Champion at Flat Tire Comedy. Toronto’s SheDot festival. Kingston Comedy Festival. Featured on CBC’s Lol . Sirius XM. Yuk Yuks on tour. Halifax Comedy Festival. Comedy Album coming March 2020.After providing the world with three future tax payers (all born by C Sections, just saying), Fiona has decided to dedicate her life to making sexually frustrated, disillusioned and bored people laugh with her no restraint, provocative, humour.

]]> Fiona O'Brien: After Emigrating from Ireland to Canada in 2012 Fiona began on a quest to stamp out the racism that the Irish face….One Lucky Charm at a time. http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20210103c1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20210103c1.mp3 14:02 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 03 Jan 2021 13:30:00 +0000 Pat Chessell has played all across Canada, throughout Upstate New York, and in his ancestral homeland of Ireland. These are just some of the things said about Pat Chessell and his new album. The Vancouver, Canada based singer and guitar player began his career as a teenager as a guest with Belfast singer Danny Burns of the legendary Irish group, The Wolfhound. Now in his early-thirties, Chessell has become known as one of the most exciting Celtic acts in Western Canada, playing the region’s top festivals, nightclubs, theatres, and special events. The singer and guitar player performs more than 200 shows a year, either solo or with The Pat Chessell Band. Chessell’s latest release – I Confess – was recorded in January 2018 at the Warehouse Studio, the legendary recording venue owned by Canadian rocker Bryan Adams. Consisting of 5 originals and 2 traditional songs, he is joined by an impressive cast of musicians on the EP, including roots virtuoso Steve Dawson, Geoffrey Kelly (Spirit of the West), Gerry O’Connor (Irish Rovers), Bruce Coughlan (Tiller’s Folly), Damaris Woods (Young Wolfe Tones), and many more.Pat Chessell has played all across Canada, throughout Upstate New York, and in his ancestral homeland of Ireland. He was a feature act in the Irish Pavilion at the 2010 Winter Olympics and has opened for such acts as Jim Byrnes, Delhi 2 Dublin, Derek Warfield and the Young Wolfe Tones, The Town Pants, and more. Chessell spent the remainder of 2018 performing around British Columbia and is already starting pre-production on his next recording project.

]]> Pat Chessell has played all across Canada, throughout Upstate New York, and in his ancestral homeland of Ireland. http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20210103b1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20210103b1.mp3 8:12 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 03 Jan 2021 13:15:00 +0000 Graham Lindsey is a multi-instrumentalist and composer, writing inventive and varied tunes. His compositions don’t follow the traditional Irish, Scottish or other Celtic styles, and the subtle differences bring a unique feel and rhythm to each tune. Graham was nominated for his 2019 album “TradHead” by the Canadian Folk Music Awards in the Instrumental Solo Artist category (2020).His main project is the band “From Away”, and he regularly appears as a side-player with numerous artists including Anna Ludlow, Sarah Burnell, Lindsey & McGregor and more.A total of six of Graham’s compositions have been played on the Carillon (the 53 bells) in the Peace Tower on Parliament Hill in Canada’s Capital, Ottawa.  Three were played through the summer of 2017 as part of the recital series on the Carillon (the bells that play daily at noon) in the Peace Tower on Parliament Hill in Canada’s capital, Ottawa. This was followed-up in 2019 by a performance of a fourth tune, “The Carillonneur”, dedicated to Dominion Carillonneur, Dr. Andrea McCrady arranges many of the tunes she plays, and performs them daily, live!  Two more tunes will ring from the bells in 2020!Graham’s compositions have also brought him to Sweden in January of 2017, where he was the “Guest Artist of the Year” at the Folk at Heart showcase festival, and he returned in 2018, 2019 and 2020 to collaborate internationally with different Swedish musicians.Graham released his debut solo CD in June 2019, and has previously recorded for artists including Sarah Burnell Band, Twin Flames, Trent Severn, Shelley Posen & Ian Robb, Sharon Hampson (of Sharon, Lois and Bram) and more.On-stage you’ll often see him with mandolins and banjo, percussion, and flutes and whistles. Off-stage Graham works with musicians, producers, record labels and more producing media (websites, video, etc.), is on the board of the Canadian Folk Music Awards and is involved in other Celtic festivals and Canada’s wider folk-music community.

]]> Graham Lindsey is a multi-instrumentalist and composer, writing inventive and varied tunes. His compositions don’t follow the traditional Irish, Scottish or other Celtic styles, and the subtle differences bring a unique feel and rhythm to each tune. http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20210103a1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20210103a1.mp3 12:46 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 03 Jan 2021 13:00:00 +0000 Ann is a member of Al-Anon and explains how the 12 step recovery program has helped her. Pauric & Ann are members of Al-Anon and explain how the 12 step recovery program has helped them.

]]> Ann is a member of Al-Anon and explains how the 12 step recovery program has helped her. http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20201227b1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20201227b1.mp3 26:42 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 27 Dec 2020 13:30:00 +0000 Pauric is a members of Al-Anon and explain how the 12 step recovery program has helped him. Pauric & Ann are members of Al-Anon and explain how the 12 step recovery program has helped them.

]]> Pauric is a members of Al-Anon and explain how the 12 step recovery program has helped him. http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20201227a1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20201227a1.mp3 28:19 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 27 Dec 2020 13:00:00 +0000 Eamonn McKee, Frank Flood, James Maloney, Chris Colllenette, Sabine Nolke Christmas Greetings from Irish Ambassador to Canada, Eamonn McKee; Irish Consul General in Vancouver, Frank Flood; Chair of the Canadian Irish Inter-Parliamentry Caucus, James Maloney MP; President of the Ireland Canada Business Assicuation, Chris Collenette; Outgoing Canadian Charge D'Affairs to Ireland, Sabine Nolke

]]> Eamonn McKee, Frank Flood, James Maloney, Chris Colllenette, Sabine Nolke http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=202012201.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=202012201.mp3 42:35 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 20 Dec 2020 13:00:00 +0000 James Maloney MP has introduced a motion in the Canadian House of Commons. James Maloney MP has introduced a motion in the Canadian House of Commons.Motion TextThat, in the opinion of the House, the government should recognize the important contributions that Irish-Canadians have made to building Canada, and to Canadian society in general, and should mark the importance of educating and reflecting upon Irish heritage and culture for future generations by declaring the month of March as Irish Heritage Month.

]]> James Maloney MP has introduced a motion in the Canadian House of Commons. http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20201213c1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20201213c1.mp3 7:53 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 13 Dec 2020 13:50:00 +0000 In Conversation with Brian Kennedy I Wish I Had Someone To Love Me’. Brian says: “I wanted to record this song the second I heard it, originally it was written about 100 years ago and first performed as a country song but over the years, like architecture, it changed its shape with the times.Johnny Cash sang it, Imelda May and The Dubliners carried the torch and now I want to sing it as an anthem for the isolated lost and lonely in these unprecedented times of disconnection. We need the medicine of music more than ever, especially from the radio.”

]]> In Conversation with Brian Kennedy http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20201213b1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20201213b1.mp3 17:36 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 13 Dec 2020 13:35:00 +0000 In the early 1900s, the Olympic Games track and field throwing events were dominated by a group of Irish-born weight throwers representing the United States. The Irish WhalesOlympians of Old New YorkKevin MartinIn the early 1900s, the Olympic Games track and field throwing events were dominated by a group of Irish-born weight throwers representing the United States. Of immense size and with a larger-than-life presence, these athletes came to be known as the “Irish Whales.”In The Irish Whales: Olympians of Old New York, Kevin Martin shares the untold story of these Irish American athletes who competed with unparalleled distinction for the United States. James Mitchell, John Flanagan, Martin Sheridan, Pat McDonald, Paddy Ryan, and Con Walsh won a total of eighteen medals in the Olympic Games between 1900 and 1924 and completely dominated the world stage in their chosen athletic disciplines. They were lionized in the American and Irish press and became folk heroes among Irish-American immigrant communities. Almost all of these men were further distinguished by their membership in the fabled Irish American Athletic Club of New York and careers with the New York Police Department.The story of the Irish Whales is the very embodiment of the American Dream and exemplifies the triumph of many Irish emigrants in the New World. Featuring a wonderful collection of original photographs, The Irish Whales tells the dramatic stories of these international athletes and their extraordinary sporting successes.

]]> In the early 1900s, the Olympic Games track and field throwing events were dominated by a group of Irish-born weight throwers representing the United States. http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20201213a1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20201213a1.mp3 27:28 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 13 Dec 2020 13:00:00 +0000 Michelle is a singer from Galway who has toured the world extensively and has performed in many renowned venues such as the Bejing Opera House, the House of Congress, the White House (for President's Bush and Obama) and more recently has performed as part Michelle LallyMichelle is a singer from Galway who has toured the world extensively and has performed in many renowned venues such as the Bejing Opera House, the House of Congress, the White House (for President's Bush and Obama) and more recently has performed as part of the opening act for the Rolling Stones in Slane.

]]> Michelle is a singer from Galway who has toured the world extensively and has performed in many renowned venues such as the Bejing Opera House, the House of Congress, the White House (for President's Bush and Obama) and more recently has performed as part http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20201206c1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20201206c1.mp3 12:48 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 06 Dec 2020 13:40:00 +0000 How the Iroquois Nationals took their rightful place in lacrosse’s World Games, with a heartfelt assist from the Irish Lacrosse was played by the Mohawk, Oneida, Onondaga, Cayuga, Seneca and Tuscarora (the Six Nations) long before European settlers set foot on the continent and eyes on the sport. Living in what’s now the St. Lawrence Valley straddling Quebec, Ontario and upstate New York, they belong to the transborder Haudenosaunee Confederacy and compete as the Iroquois Nationals.“Our mandate is peace, friendship and healing,” says Lyons. “That’s what we’re governed by. Those are our fundamental values. We have a ‘medicine game.’ It’s our game.”There may be no better ambassadors for any sport than the Iroquois Nationals are for lacrosse.“We’re always the unsung heroes,” says Lyons. “Our merchandise is the first to sell out at every world event. We’re the underdogs. Against all odds, we’re competing at a world level and winning medals.”The World Games invited the top eight women’s lacrosse teams in 2017. It was a success, so the men were up next for Birmingham. They invited the top sides that met the proposed Olympic criteria: Australia, Canada, Germany, Britain, Ireland, Israel, Japan and the host United States. The Iroquois Nationals were not invited.The Iroquois women aren’t highly ranked, but for the men — rated third in the world — it was a slap in the face.“The World Games were looking at the Iroquois as a roadblock (to the Olympics), rather that seeing the glass half full and what we bring to the table,” says Lyons.Meanwhile, because of the pandemic, the 2021 World Games became the 2022 World Games, with the Tokyo Olympics moved to 2021. That meant there was more time to lobby to reverse the decision. That’s when Ireland stepped in. The Irish, the lowest seed, have a keen sense of right and wrong and immediately said they would step aside.“It was the right thing to do,” says Michael Kennedy, chief executive officer of Ireland Lacrosse, who’d canvassed the 30 or so leaders of Irish lacrosse. “It was unanimous. We said we want to do whatever it takes to support the inclusion of the Iroquois.“There’s way more for the sport to gain with the Iroquois’ inclusion than there was for including Ireland.”It strengthened relations between the Irish and the First Nations of North America, a connection that dates back to the 1840s and the potato famine. Back then, the Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma, impoverished themselves, sent $170 to starving Irish families. The Irish never forgot.“There’s a silver-feathers sculpture in Ireland to commemorate that,” says Kennedy. “There’s a fantastic connection. It’s amazing, that history between ourselves and First Nations people.”This year, the Irish had a fundraising campaign for First Nations that were hit hard by COVID-19.“It was never our intention to have Ireland have to withdraw,” says Lyons. “We have quite a bond and friendship that is only going to get stronger.”Ireland’s tricolours — green, white and orange — will still be at the World Games. After the gracious act, the Iroquois Nationals changed the colours of their eagle logo from purple and gold to those on the Irish flag as a public gesture of gratitude. The Irish are also launching their lacrosse shirts in Iroquois colours. Everyone is splitting the proceeds to help youth lacrosse. There’s talk the Nationals will also incorporate Ireland’s flag at the Games.By Kevin McGran of the Toronto Star

]]> How the Iroquois Nationals took their rightful place in lacrosse’s World Games, with a heartfelt assist from the Irish http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20201206b1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20201206b1.mp3 16:28 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 06 Dec 2020 13:20:00 +0000 The origins of lacrosse in Ireland lie with the establishment of the Ards Lacrosse Club in Newtownards, Co. Down (just outside Belfast) in 1872. The origins of lacrosse in Ireland lie with the establishment of the Ards Lacrosse Club in Newtownards, Co. Down (just outside Belfast) in 1872. http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20201206a1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20201206a1.mp3 18:04 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 06 Dec 2020 13:00:00 +0000 As a child growing up my Father used to fascinate me with all manner of Irish Folk Stories at bedtime or in the car on a long journey. Not from a book, but from his head and every time he told them they were different. Irish born Peadar Townsend lives an exceptionally diverse and exciting musical career. A professional composer, percussionist, and educator he has worked in almost every conceivable branch of professional music. As a Percussion player he has 25 years· experience ranging from Orchestra to Opera, West End shows to film and T.V. soundtrack recording and has toured the world extensively. His compositions and arrangements have been recorded and performed around the world and his uniquely descriptive style of composition is both easy to listen to and imaginative. Using his performing experiences Peadar uses a keen sense of instrument colours to match the picture he is painting in music. His enormous variety of musical experiences give him the perfect knowledge for this most exciting and unique project.  He describes himself as ·a storyteller with music·. Meet Peadar.Peadar’s Inspiration for Irish Folk Stories LiveAs a child growing up my Father used to fascinate me with all manner of Irish Folk Stories at bedtime or in the car on a long journey. Not from a book, but from his head and every time he told them they were different, full of exciting characters with lashings of wonder, magic and mystery. The idea of marrying these wonderful stories with exciting, descriptive music struck me as an amazing project to bring them to new heights and re-ignite their proud place in Irish culture around the world.About PeadarIrish born Peadar Townsend lives an exceptionally diverse and exciting musical career. A professional composer, percussionist, and educator he has worked in almost every conceivable branch of professional music. As a Percussion player he has 25 years’ experience ranging from Orchestra to Opera, West End shows to film and T.V. soundtrack recording and has toured the world extensively.

]]> As a child growing up my Father used to fascinate me with all manner of Irish Folk Stories at bedtime or in the car on a long journey. Not from a book, but from his head and every time he told them they were different. http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20201129c1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20201129c1.mp3 18:03 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 29 Nov 2020 13:40:00 +0000 Eleanor Shanley and John Feeley’s creative collaboration results in the release of the stunning new album Cancion de Amor this December. Eleanor Shanley and John Feeley’s creative collaboration results in the release of the stunning new album Cancion de Amor this December.Recorded in the beautiful Meelick Friary nestled next to the River Shannon in Eyrecourt, Co. Galway, Cancion de Amor, the album by Eleanor Shanley and John Feeley is scheduled for release  in early December.The thirteen-track long play features so many beautiful songs including the Brendan Graham original, Cancion de Amor, which also gives the album its title. This song was gifted to Eleanor and John and they are privileged to be the first to release it. Eleanor remembers “We both fell in love with Cancion de Amor on our first listen and were thrilled when Brendan gave it to us for the record. John is our country’s finest classical guitarist and we both believe Cancion de Amor is perfect and indeed enhances our creative partnership on this record.”

]]> Eleanor Shanley and John Feeley’s creative collaboration results in the release of the stunning new album Cancion de Amor this December. http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20201129b1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20201129b1.mp3 10:42 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 29 Nov 2020 13:25:00 +0000 All three of the Drumm brothers were at the funeral. Only one of us was in the coffin. William, Brian, and Luke: three boys bound by blood but split by fate, trained from birth by their wily mother to compete for her attention. They play games, as brothers do...yet even after the Drumms escape into the world beyond their windows, those games—those little cruelties—grow more sinister, more merciless, more dangerous. And with their lives entwined like the strands of a noose, only two of the brothers will survive.Crisply written and quickly paced, perfect for readers of both sophisticated literary fiction and breathtaking suspense, Little Cruelties gazes unflinchingly into the darkness: the darkness collecting in the corners of childhood homes, hiding beneath marriage beds, clasped in the palms of two brothers shaking hands. And it confirms Liz Nugent, whose novels have been celebrated as “captivating” (People) and “highly entertaining” (The Washington Post), as one of the most exciting, perceptive voices in contemporary fiction. In March 2020, just as the country went into lockdown after the pandemic of Covid 19 hit Ireland, Our Little Cruelties was published in Ireland. Nevertheless, it retained the number one spot for 12 out of the next sixteen weeks.It will be published in the UK in paperback in January 2021, and in the USA and Canada under the title ‘LITTLE CRUELTIES’ in November 2020.Aside from writing, Liz has led workshops in writing drama for broadcast in Ireland and New Zealand, she has produced and managed literary salons, interviewed many other writers and curated the literary strand of Skibbereen Arts Festival in July 2016.

]]> All three of the Drumm brothers were at the funeral. Only one of us was in the coffin. http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20201129a1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20201129a1.mp3 19:35 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 29 Nov 2020 13:00:00 +0000 Cathy Murphy on Winning the Toronto Star Readers Choice Award Every year the Toronto Star hosts an online nomination site where people from the community can go to nominate their favourite businesses and/or professionals from the community to be recognized.The top ten (10) businesses and/or professionals who have received the most nominations within each of the categories were listed on the voting site from Thursday, August 27, 2020 at 12:01 AM ET to Sunday, September 27, 2020 at 11:59 PM ET. People from the community could vote for their favourites from the official list provided during that period.There are Diamond, Platinum, and Gold winners in each category. The ten (10) professionals/businesses in each category who received the most Nominations at the end of the Nomination Period were selected as Finalist, and voted on by the public. At the end of the Voting Period, the Finalists in each category were ranked by number of votes received and:• the Finalist with the most votes in a category being selected as the “Diamond Winner”;• the Finalist with the second most votes in a category selected as the “Platinum Winner”;• the Finalist with the third most votes in a category selected as the “Gold Winner”; and• each of the remaining Finalists selected as a “Top Ten Winner.”

]]> Cathy Murphy on Winning the Toronto Star Readers Choice Award http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20201122c1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20201122c1.mp3 11:16 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 22 Nov 2020 13:40:00 +0000 Michaela Foster Marsh and her brother Frankie grew up as "twins" in Glasgow, Scotland in the sixties. Born only weeks apart, Michaela was white and Frankie was black, and they were an unusual sight in their dual pram. Michaela Foster Marsh is an acclaimed musician with three albums to her credit whose work has appeared in television and film, including Dawson's Creek and The Matthew Sheppard Story. She has been invited to sing at the Monaco International Film Festival, the Cannes International Film Festival, and for Her Majesty, Queen Elizabeth. She is the founder and Executive Director of Starchild Charity, which works primarily with vulnerable children and women and which recently built a School for Creative Arts in Vvumba, Uganda. In 2017, she was a finalist for Scotswoman of the Year by the Evening Times and has received a Prime Minister's award for her work in Uganda.Michaela Foster Marsh and her brother Frankie grew up as "twins" in Glasgow, Scotland in the sixties. Born only weeks apart, Michaela was white and Frankie was black, and they were an unusual sight in their dual pram. Despite the doting of his parents and the unceasing love of his sister, Frankie's life was rarely easy, and it ended far too soon when a fire took him when he was only twenty-six. But for a devastated Michaela, Frankie's effect on her life was only beginning. She embarks on a search to learn what she can about Frankie's birth family, a journey that takes her to Uganda, to a culture and a family she never knew, through twists and turns and remarkable coincidences – and to a mission and to a connection with her African brethren she never could have imagined.Starchild is a remarkably candid memoir that plays out on both a personal and global scale. It is the story of the intimacies of siblinghood and the complexities of multi-racial adoption. It is the story of the unique connection of extended family and the unique commitment to an adopted homeland. It is the story of long-held secrets revealed and long-maintained barriers broken. And it is ultimately the story of a sibling relationship that transcends borders, time, and life itself.

]]> Michaela Foster Marsh and her brother Frankie grew up as "twins" in Glasgow, Scotland in the sixties. Born only weeks apart, Michaela was white and Frankie was black, and they were an unusual sight in their dual pram. http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20201122b1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20201122b1.mp3 22:11 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 22 Nov 2020 13:20:00 +0000 Rachel Ryan was born and raised in Dublin, Ireland. She can usually be found writing in coffee shops, hanging around libraries, or walking the streets of Dublin, making up stories. The Woman Outside My Door is her first novel. Rachel Ryan was born and raised in Dublin, Ireland. She can usually be found writing in coffee shops, hanging around libraries, or walking the streets of Dublin, making up stories. The Woman Outside My Door is her first novel.All children have imaginary friends, Georgina tells herself. It’s perfectly normal, and they all grow out of it in the end. But when seven-year-old Cody tells his mother about “New Granny,” the new friend he’s met in the park, Georgina is instantly suspicious. Something—call it maternal instinct—tells her he isn’t making it up.But maybe Georgina is losing her mind. It wouldn’t be the first time, after all. And with her own mother’s recent death leaving her bereft and trying to cope with life as a busy working mom, it’s no wonder she’s feeling paranoid that Cody has invented a “New Granny” to replace his beloved grandmother.Her husband, Bren, becomes the voice of reason, assuring Georgina that it’s just a game, the product of their son’s overactive imagination. But what if Cody’s imaginary friend is not so imaginary after all?

]]> Rachel Ryan was born and raised in Dublin, Ireland. She can usually be found writing in coffee shops, hanging around libraries, or walking the streets of Dublin, making up stories. The Woman Outside My Door is her first novel. http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20201122a1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20201122a1.mp3 19:19 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 22 Nov 2020 13:00:00 +0000 Galway artist Niamh Regan has long been lauded as one of Ireland’s most promising folk talents. 'Hemet' is an album full of musical accomplishment, emotional maturity and subtle craft & has been nominated for the Folk Album of the Year Galway artist Niamh Regan has long been lauded as one of Ireland’s most promising folk talents.The Irish Times described her teenage demos as “bursting with potential” and at seventeen this precocious folksinger won a Paul Brady scholarship to study flute and guitar in the University of Limerick. Here she formed the trad/ bluegrass band Juhn Echo and once again drew plaudits from The Irish Times who highlighted “Niamh Regan’s stunning vocals”.After completing a degree in music, Niamh released her debut solo EP Tried To in 2017 and follow up single What To Do in 2018 earning gushing praise from the likes of Hotpress (“beautifully crafted... captivating”) and Nialler9 (“a timbre that is commanding and wise”). Extensive airplay from RTE Radio 1 and Folk Radio UK soon followed along with high profile slots at Electric Picnic, Body & Soul and Knockanstockan.But who is Niamh Regan now? Comparisons with contemporary artists such as Laura Marling, Lisa Hannigan, This Is The Kit and Sarah Jarosz have popped up regularly in the UK and Irish press, while discerning critics detect the influence of Nick Drake, Bert Jansch, Richard Thompson, Tom Waits, Paul Brady and Karen Dalton. One thing is for sure: with the release of debut album 'Hemet', Niamh Regan is about to carve out her own niche in the world of contemporary folk music and fulfill the potential she showed as a teenager. 'Hemet' is an album full of musical accomplishment, emotional maturity and subtle craft. It is the long awaited arrival of a truly immense talent.

]]> Galway artist Niamh Regan has long been lauded as one of Ireland’s most promising folk talents. 'Hemet' is an album full of musical accomplishment, emotional maturity and subtle craft & has been nominated for the Folk Album of the Year http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20201115d1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20201115d1.mp3 10:02 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 15 Nov 2020 13:50:00 +0000 Members of the Irish Community sharing their experiences with their own mental health. in BC On World Suicide Prevention Day The Irish in BC shared a video of some members of the Irish Community in Vancouver, bravely sharing their experiences with their own mental health. If you are struggling in anyway, please reach out. Darkness into Light Vancouver and Irish Canadian Immigration Centre can provide a list of local BC resources. Visit https://irishinbc.ca/ and the facebook page https://www.facebook.com/180056434242/videos/2719691414947167

]]> Members of the Irish Community sharing their experiences with their own mental health. in BC http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20201115c1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20201115c1.mp3 12:56 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 15 Nov 2020 13:35:00 +0000 The Kevin Bell Repatriation Trust aims to alleviate the financial hardship of bereaved families repatriating the body (bodies) of loved one(s) who have died abroad in sudden or tragic circumstances back to Ireland. Colin Bell: The Kevin Bell Repatriation Trust aims to alleviate the financial hardship of bereaved families repatriating the body (bodies) of loved one(s) who have died abroad in sudden or tragic circumstances back to Ireland.    The objective of the Trust is to provide financial assistance to bereaved families to repatriate the body (or bodies) of a loved one(s) who died outside Ireland. To maintain the Trust as a permanent legacy of Kevin Bell and to sustain the Trust by having on-going fundraising activities. Also to recruit members of the Trust to sustain its purpose and ideals.The Trust is available for costs of repatriation to Ireland only; Financial assistance can be offered in circumstances of sudden or tragic death (including suicide), for repatriation costs exclusivelyThe Trust operates on a 32 County basis

]]> The Kevin Bell Repatriation Trust aims to alleviate the financial hardship of bereaved families repatriating the body (bodies) of loved one(s) who have died abroad in sudden or tragic circumstances back to Ireland. http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20201115b1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20201115b1.mp3 15:36 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 15 Nov 2020 13:20:00 +0000 Daniel Conlon. is a software engineer based in Dublin. He designed the tool displayed in the ncov2019.live & cov19.cc websites Daniel Conlon. is a software engineer based in Dublin. He designed the tool displayed in the ncov2019.live & cov19.cc websites as an attempt to fight the spread of misinformation in a time where the facts and integrity of what we share with each other are critically important.In this historical moment, how we act and when we act, will be the deciding factor in how we shape our future.His goal is to provide context by easily displaying facts and figures published by governments and organizations all around the world.

]]> Daniel Conlon. is a software engineer based in Dublin. He designed the tool displayed in the ncov2019.live & cov19.cc websites http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20201115a1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20201115a1.mp3 18:58 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 15 Nov 2020 13:00:00 +0000 Sometimes a shared surname and a death in the family can lead to some rather unusual circumstances. Such is the clever premise of Aoife Crehan’s debut feature film, The Last Right. Sometimes a shared surname and a death in the family can lead to some rather unusual circumstances. Such is the clever premise of Aoife Crehan’s debut feature film, The Last Right. It involves two passengers randomly assigned seats beside each other on a flight to Ireland who bond during the journey over a shared surname and a similar state of grief. Having lived abroad for years, Daniel Murphy is flying home for his mother’s funeral; Padraig Murphy is returning for the funeral of his brother, his last remaining next of kin. When Padraig dies on the flight, it’s assumed by authorities that, since they that the responsibilities for Padraig’s and his brother’s funerals are now his. were sitting together, Daniel belongs to the same Murphy family and Reluctantly, Daniel agrees. With his younger brother Louis and his friend Mary in tow, he embarks on a strange odyssey to bring Padraig’s body (in a simple cardboard coffin) to the final resting place in the north of Ireland where he and his brother will be buried together. Along the way, there will be complications involving mistaken identity, misunderstandings, and even a police chase. With its winning mixture of mirth and melancholy, not to mention cameo appearances by Colm Meaney and Brian Cox, The Last Right is one unforgettable Irish road trip.

]]> Sometimes a shared surname and a death in the family can lead to some rather unusual circumstances. Such is the clever premise of Aoife Crehan’s debut feature film, The Last Right. http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20201108c1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20201108c1.mp3 17:53 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 08 Nov 2020 13:40:00 +0000 Cork International Film Festival is Ireland’s largest and first film festival and one of Cork’s most significant and popular annual cultural events. The 65th Edition takes place online from the 8th – 15th November 2020. Cork International Film Festival is a local, national and international celebration of cinema, running annually for eight days in November. Award-winning films from the international film festival circuit, new discoveries and cinema classics are selected by our experienced curatorial team, to be premiered online via the Festival Digital Platform, available to viewers nationwideThe Festival presents nine awards, including Gradam Spiorad na Féile / Spirit of the Festival Award, (presented by The Gate Cinema), Gradam na Féile do Scannáin Faisnéise / Award for Cinematic Documentary, and the Audience Award. Its awards for Grand Prix Irish Short (presented by RTÉ), Grand Prix International Short and Grand Prix Documentary Short Award are Academy Award® qualifying, ensuring that the winners in Cork automatically join the Oscars’ longlist.The Festival is proudly supported by principal funder the Arts Council, along with Cork City Council, Screen Ireland, Creative Europe MEDIA, Cork County Council, Screen Skills Ireland, Creative Ireland, Rethink Ireland and ESB Energy for Generations Fund. Principal Media Partner is RTÉ and Media Partners are the Irish Examiner and Red FM.The Festival is led by Fiona Clark, Festival Director and CEO

]]> Cork International Film Festival is Ireland’s largest and first film festival and one of Cork’s most significant and popular annual cultural events. The 65th Edition takes place online from the 8th – 15th November 2020. http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20201108b1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20201108b1.mp3 19:47 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 08 Nov 2020 13:20:00 +0000 Patrick currently teaches music, specialising in cello, the guitar and violin and runs a music programme for young string players at Gaelscoil na Cruaiche, Westport. Patrick also teaches violin and guitar at the Louisburgh School of Music. Patrick Dexter's musical career began at a young age singing at weddings as a chorister and soloist in St. Patrick's Cathedral Choir, Dublin. Since then, as a cellist he has provided  music for many wedding and funeral ceremonies. He has provided music for weddings at  venues across Ireland such as Ashford Castle and Trump International Hotel, Doonbeg and has provided music for RTE's wedding reality show 'My Big Day: Home or Away' in 2019.At the age of seven, Patrick began learning cello with some of Ireland’s leading cellists, including Arun Rao and Vyvienne Long. He received a distinction in Grade 8 cello from the Royal Schools of Music in 2010 and graduated from Trinity College Dublin in 2012. Patrick spent a number of years teaching and studying abroad, receiving a master’s degree from Leiden University in the Netherlands before returning to Ireland. ​In 2016, he helped found the The Octagon Ensemble, a community orchestra based in Westport’s Town Hall Theatre that seeks to promote string playing in Mayo. He performs weddings regularly with the Corrib Quartet, Irelands premier wedding string quartet. Patrick’s diverse musical interests range from contemporary composition to Renaissance and Baroque music.

]]> Patrick currently teaches music, specialising in cello, the guitar and violin and runs a music programme for young string players at Gaelscoil na Cruaiche, Westport. Patrick also teaches violin and guitar at the Louisburgh School of Music. http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20201108a1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20201108a1.mp3 19:13 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 08 Nov 2020 13:00:00 +0000 Nuadán are a vibrant band from the Déise who play a wide range of traditional tunes and sing sean-nós, macaronic and traditional songs in English. Nuadán are a vibrant band from the Déise who play a wide range of traditional tunes and sing sean-nós, macaronic and traditional songs in English.The band focuses on keeping the tradition they were brought up with alive, while also adding something new to the music.Each member of the band brings a flavour of their own to the ensemble, which brings a fresh and energetic feel to their music.This new album contains new compositions, interesting arrangements and musical references to some of their main influences on a wide range of instruments.The band comprises of brothers Cárthach Ó Faoláin (accordion, melodeon, vocals), Macdara Ó Faoláin (bouzouki, piano, fiddle, vocals), Pax Ó Faoláin (fiddle, bodhrán, vocals) from An Rinn and Iarlaith MacGabhann (flute, whistles) from Dublin.Nuadán have played at many festivals and concerts nationwide including the Gala Concert at the Chief O’Neill Festival Bantry in 2018, Traidphicnic 2017 in Spiddal , Kilkenny TradFest 2017 and the Fleadh Nua in Ennis.

]]> Nuadán are a vibrant band from the Déise who play a wide range of traditional tunes and sing sean-nós, macaronic and traditional songs in English. http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20201025b1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20201025b1.mp3 9:41 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 25 Oct 2020 12:45:00 +0000 Steven Egan's PhD thesis, currently has the working title ·The transnational dimension to Partition of Ireland: examining Australia and Canada, 1919-22· and aims to contribute to the fields of Imperial, diasporic and transnational history. Steven Egan is currently a final year PhD candidate at Queen·s University Belfast.He received his B.A. in History and Politics from Queen·s University Belfast in 2016 and completed his M.A. in History at Queen·s in September 2017. During his undergraduate studies, he won a place on the inaugural QUB-Vanderbilt University ·Maymester· class (2015) and was also awarded the Julie-Ann Statham prize for academic achievement (2016).

Through applying the transnational lens to the partition of Ireland, his research hopes to reveal greater insights into how the dominions of the British Empire interacted with the partition of Ireland, and how the presence of significant Irish diasporic communities within Canada, and Australia impacted local politics and the dominion·s responses towards partition as an imperial solution to an imperial problem.18/10/1920: At the conclusion of their first national convention, the Self-Determination For Ireland League of Canada and Newfoundland was officially established at Ottawa. Whilst the League had existed since May, the League was designed as a catch all movement to unite.Irish-Canadian nationalists and their sympathisers together under one unified banner. Previously support for Ireland was divided between rival societies with fiercely different views on Ireland·s future (Dominion Home Rule vs a Republic)20,000 Canadians joined in 3 months.At the Ottawa conference, Ulsterman Robert Lindsay Crawford was elected as the first president of the League. Crawford, an Ulster Protestant and former @OrangeOrder member had emigrated to Canada in 1910 after becoming a Home Ruler.A seminal figure of importance to the Self-Determination League was Katherine Hughes. Originally from Prince Edward Island, Hughes had toured the US with de Valera in 1919 and proven herself an exceptional organiser. On de Valera·s orders, she facilitated the Canadian League.

]]> Steven Egan's PhD thesis, currently has the working title ·The transnational dimension to Partition of Ireland: examining Australia and Canada, 1919-22· and aims to contribute to the fields of Imperial, diasporic and transnational history. http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20201025a1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20201025a1.mp3 46:22 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 25 Oct 2020 12:00:00 +0000 Ken Fleming organized the O’Flaherty Irish Music Retreat in 2004. The retreat focuses on the teaching of traditional Irish music on fiddle, flute, whistle, harp, uilleann pipes, tenor banjo, mandolin, bouzouki, bodhran, guitar, accordion & concertina

Indeed, Irish music has been played and enjoyed in Dallas pubs and festivals for many years, going   back to the early ‘80s when a handful of bands formed and played regularly at places like the NFL Bar, George Wesby’s Pub and the Cedar Pub.  Its popularity increased locally as the North Texas Irish Festival and the Southwest Celtic Music Association were formed to promote the music.  But unlike in other major cities in other parts of the country, Irish trad music here has been mostly locally-grown and self-taught. There wasn’t much emphasis on the teaching and the understanding and appreciation of the roots of Irish music. That all was about to change, thanks in part to the influence of one man.]]> Ken Fleming organized the O’Flaherty Irish Music Retreat in 2004. The retreat focuses on the teaching of traditional Irish music on fiddle, flute, whistle, harp, uilleann pipes, tenor banjo, mandolin, bouzouki, bodhran, guitar, accordion & concertina http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20201018d1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20201018d1.mp3 19:54 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 18 Oct 2020 12:45:00 +0000 Liz Doherty was a founder member of bands Nomos and Fiddlesticks, Liz has also performed and recorded for a number of years with the Bumblebees. She has guested with bands such as Blazin’ Fiddles and performed with ‘Riverdance Liz Doherty has recently performed at the National Folk Festival as part of Fintan Vallely's production, 'Companach - the History of Irish Music.' Recent collaborations have been with Candian fiddler/trumpet player, Daniel Lapp, at Celtic Colours International Festival (2016), with Ulster University students (as The Doc Flock); she has also performed alongside Liz Carroll, Mairead Ní Mhaonaigh, Catriona MacDonald, Annbjorg Lien, Liz Knowles and Emma Hardelin in the String Sisters since 2010.

A revolutionary new system to support traditional music teachers has been launched by Donegal fiddler, academic and traditional music teacher Dr. Liz Doherty.   I Teach Trad combines a specialised system with a customised set of resources for planning, organising and delivering traditional music teaching.

Her new system has already come in for high praise from key figures in the trad music scene.  Fintan Vallely, PhD, musician, writer and teacher has described I Teach Trad as a “formidable expression of teaching logic and system.”

]]> Liz Doherty was a founder member of bands Nomos and Fiddlesticks, Liz has also performed and recorded for a number of years with the Bumblebees. She has guested with bands such as Blazin’ Fiddles and performed with ‘Riverdance http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20201018c1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20201018c1.mp3 15:40 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 18 Oct 2020 12:30:00 +0000 Cli Donnellan is an Irish traditional fiddle player and native of Mountshannon, Co. Clare, where she founded and ran the Mountshannon Trad Festival for ten years. She hosts a weekly traditional Irish music radio show on Scariff Bay Community Radio Cliodhna (Cli) Donnellan concluded  ten years study, part-time lecturing and coordinating position with the Irish World Academy of Music and Dance, University of Limerick with a Dr. of Philosophy in 2018. In September 2019, she relaunched an archival CD production entitled "Songs my father sang" - a compilation of remastered songs from old tape recordings of the late Sean Donnellan.  This album will be launched at the Willie Clancy Summer School 2020. Cliodhna  is a creative facilitator and works with groups and individuals  with a focus on enhancing creative output, exploring new avenues of creative expression and kick-starting transitional creative life changes.  Cliodhna's work in this area emerged from her own life changes.  With a curious mind for self-discovery she spent over five years involved in Arts Practice research into the creative body and mind, individual behaviour and habits and how they may be inhibiting our creativity and devising practical tools that may enhance our creative life experiences.    She currently works with creative artists and individuals who would like move from a position of procrastination, fear of change or status quo.  Cliodhna offers workshops and retreats from her home situated on the hills of East Clare overlooking Lough Derg,  This idyllic setting compliments retreats and workshops with a beautiful natural wood walk at the end of the road.  This setting offers opportunte solitude, inspiration within nature and a chance to connect to our creative self.  Cliodhna offers practice tools to facilitate this process. Cliodhna also offers private concerts to small groups where you can book and enjoy an intimate traditional Irish music concert with a glass of wine or tea and home made scones.

]]> Cli Donnellan is an Irish traditional fiddle player and native of Mountshannon, Co. Clare, where she founded and ran the Mountshannon Trad Festival for ten years. She hosts a weekly traditional Irish music radio show on Scariff Bay Community Radio http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20201018b1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20201018b1.mp3 11:41 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 18 Oct 2020 12:15:00 +0000 Eleanor Shanley is one of the most loved and respected vocalists in Ireland. Nearly 30 years since starting her musical career as a vocalist with De Danann, and her voice as pure and lyrical as the first day she stepped in front of a microphone in 1990. Renowned for her unique interpretation of Irish and Roots songs Eleanor has been at the top of her profession since joining De Danann and has recorded many solo albums including Desert Heart, A Place of My Own and 2015’s, Forever Young from which her single, the Thom Moore classic Gorgeous and Bright, was the most played track on RTE 1 Radio the same summer. In recent years Eleanor also has had a live collaboration with John Feeley.  Described by the Washington Post as 'Ireland's leading classical guitarist' and by Michael Dervan in the Irish Times as 'a trailblazer...when it comes to the guitar and guitar-playing in Ireland', Feeley studied at Trinity College, Dublin, Queens College of the City University, New York, and The National University of Ireland, Maynooth, where he graduated with a PhD in music.  The Leitrim lady enjoys this working relationship very much, it’s a very special dynamic for both artists. Eleanor has worked with many great musicians through the years and also recorded with The Dubliners, Sharon Shannon, Donal Lunny, to U2 and too many more both at home & internationally to mention here.   Her time working with Ronnie Drew was a very special time in her life, and this a friendship she treasured.  They recorded two albums together, A Couple More Years, and El Amor De Mi Vida, which was recorded shortly before Ronnie died, Eleanor and Ronnie performed live together on many occasions, also.

]]> Eleanor Shanley is one of the most loved and respected vocalists in Ireland. Nearly 30 years since starting her musical career as a vocalist with De Danann, and her voice as pure and lyrical as the first day she stepped in front of a microphone in 1990. http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20201018a1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20201018a1.mp3 11:52 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 18 Oct 2020 12:00:00 +0000 A native of Kansas and graduate of the University of Limerick’s World Music Centre, A native of Kansas and graduate of the University of Limerick’s World Music Centre, Ashley Davis writes music that lives between continents and speaks to two national traditions. Between her background in American roots and love of Celtic folk, Davis possesses a unique talent for conjoining ancient history with modern, intercultural interpretation. Ashley Davis’s latest venture, “When the Stars Went Out,” is perhaps her most creative and challenging yet. Under lockdown in her home state of Kansas, the singer set herself a new task: to write songs that leaned toward the country music tradition of her childhood. “If you’re from a roots background,” Davis explains, “you start to crave that space—the quiet and the purity of it.” To this endeavor she added a further challenge: recording collaboratively, yet apart, in isolation. Davis composed each of the songs in partnerships with her band members: Dave Curley, Colin Farrell, Will MacMorran, and Duncan Wickel. Ashley’s songwriting has long been inspired by the experiences of friends, but here, her musical colleagues became her co-writers, as well as her inspiration. From there, the album reached out to an even wider community: Davis is joined on tracks by Irish and American artists like Heidi Talbot, Tim O’Brien, Tony Furtado, John Doyle, Mick McAuley, Shane Hennessy, and Grammy-award winner Shawn Colvin.

]]> A native of Kansas and graduate of the University of Limerick’s World Music Centre, http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20201011b1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20201011b1.mp3 13:10 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 11 Oct 2020 12:50:00 +0000 Ambassador McKee was a member of the talks team involved in the negotiation of the Good Friday Agreement of 1998 and later involved in its implementation. Eamonn C. McKee is an Irish diplomat, currently ambassador to Canada and formerly to Israel and South Korea.Ambassador McKee is a native of Dublin. He studied at University College Dublin, and went on to receive a PhD in 1987 for his thesis on Irish economic policy 1939-52 from the National University of Ireland. Ambassador McKee joined the Department of Foreign Affairs in 1986 where he began the first of three periods of service in Anglo-Irish Division. He was first posted to the Embassy in Washington between 1990 and 1996. From 1999 to 2001 he served as a press officer at the Irish Consulate in New York.After serving as head of the Justice and Security Section of Anglo-Irish Division, he was appointed head of Emergency and Recovery Section of Irish Aid in 2005.In 2006 he was appointed UN Director and Director of the Conflict Resolution Unit.In August 2009 he was appointed as ambassador of Ireland to South Korea and to Israel in 2013. In 2015 he returned to headquarters to serve as Director of the Trade Division.He is now appointed ambassador to Canada in 2020 and commencing his term of service.Ambassador McKee was a member of the talks team involved in the negotiation of the Good Friday Agreement of 1998 and later involved in its implementation.

]]> Ambassador McKee was a member of the talks team involved in the negotiation of the Good Friday Agreement of 1998 and later involved in its implementation. http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20201011a1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20201011a1.mp3 48:35 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 11 Oct 2020 12:00:00 +0000 Brendan Graham's songs have sold in excess of 100 million units; been recorded by artists across the musical genres and amassed over 2 billion internet views. His You Raise Me Up is one of the most successful songs in the history of popular music. Recorded in over 40 languages by over one thousand artistes, it is one of four songs from the 2,000’s included in SMASH HITS – The 100 Songs That Defined America – a history from the 1700’s to today, by music professor, J E Perone. It has been performed at Official Ground Zero 9/11 Commemorations; Nobel Peace Prize; Super Bowl; The White House; Re-opening of America’s National Civil Rights Museum; Opening of Northern Ireland Assembly; Olympic Games; Queen Elizabeth's visit to Ireland and Pope Francis’ visit to the United States; Ireland’s 1916 Centenary Concert; Seoul Winter Olympics and at the first East-West Peace Concert in Moscow. In 2020, in a Quincy Jones, Coronavirus pandemic, initiative, You Raise Me Up entered the history books as the song in the world’s biggest ever, global piano, virtual recital.

]]> Brendan Graham's songs have sold in excess of 100 million units; been recorded by artists across the musical genres and amassed over 2 billion internet views. http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=202010041.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=202010041.mp3 57:16 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 04 Oct 2020 12:00:00 +0000 Customers always ask “How the hell did a Canadian end up in Lahinch?” Customers always ask  “How the hell did a Canadian end up in Lahinch?”Randaddy’s Restaurant, located on the beach front in Lahinch is known for giving customers a Real Taste of Adventure through their food..This taste of adventure comes from Randy’s many journeys & adventures cooking his way around the globe. We hope this video answers all your questions & gives you a little incite into what makes Randaddys Randaddys, enjoy.Hi I’m Randy Lewis, a native of Canada. So, how the heck did I end up in Lahinch? The answer to this is quite simple, I love to travel! My favourite thing about travelling is finding flavoursome foods and ingredients from around the world that I can bring back to Randaddy’s and use in my recipes. I guess that is what makes Randaddy’s an awesome eating experience.

]]> Customers always ask “How the hell did a Canadian end up in Lahinch?” http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20200927b1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20200927b1.mp3 25:34 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 27 Sep 2020 12:30:00 +0000 'Following the collapse of Ireland’s Celtic Tiger economy, Ruairí McKiernan questions whether he should join the mounting number of emigrants searching for greater opportunity elsewhere. 'Following the collapse of Ireland’s Celtic Tiger economy, Ruairí McKiernan questions whether he should join the mounting number of emigrants searching for greater opportunity elsewhere. McKiernan embarks on a hitchhiking odyssey with no money, no itinerary, and no idea where he might end up each night. His mission: to give voice to those emerging from one of the most painful periods of economic and social turmoil in Ireland’s history. Engaging, provocative, and sincere, Hitching for Hope is a testimony to the spirit of Ireland. It is an inspirational manifesto for hope and healing in troubled times.'Ruairí McKiernan is an award-winning social innovator, campaigner, writer and speaker.  In 2012 was appointed to the Council of State by President Michael D Higgins, where he served a 7-year term. A business graduate originally from County Cavan, Ruairí is a Fulbright scholar, the founder of the pioneering SpunOut.ie youth organisation, a founding member of the Uplift campaigning organisation, and part of the founding team behind Gaelic Voices For Change. He is also the host of the chart-topping Love and Courage podcast a regular contributor to the media on social justice, youth and community issues, civic leadership and wellbeing. Ruairí is married to Limerick-born  singer, songwriter, musician and meditation teacher Susan Quirke and they live in Lahinch, on the west coast of County Clare. Also Maria, who, with her 13yr old daughter are encouraging others to participate in #PositivityRocksKilkee

]]> 'Following the collapse of Ireland’s Celtic Tiger economy, Ruairí McKiernan questions whether he should join the mounting number of emigrants searching for greater opportunity elsewhere. http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20200927a1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20200927a1.mp3 26:54 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 27 Sep 2020 12:00:00 +0000 Willie Whelan is the Editor/Author of the book The Towns and Villages of the Waterford Greenway - ENTER TO WIN A COPY THROUGH THE IRISH RADIO CANADA APP Venture south to Ireland's oldest city, Waterford, and take some to time to discover one of the newest attractions in Ireland's Ancient East – the wonderful Waterford Greenway trail.The Greenway is a spectacular 46km off-road cycling and walking trail along an old railway line, venturing from the quays of Waterford, a city founded by the Vikings, all the way through an area rich in Irish heritage to the historic port of Dungarvan, a vibrant seaside market town with a pretty quay-side setting.Discover the stories of the past as you stop at attractions along the way and uncover the secrets that they hold — from the stunning gardens of Mount Congreve, known as one of the great gardens of the world — to Viking settlements, medieval ruins, a Norman castle, deserted railway stations, an Ice Age rock with fascinating mythical powers and a heritage railway train that still runs along part of the track.And all while savouring the breath-taking views as you journey from place to place, from lush green countryside, to spectacular views of the Comeragh Mountains, to the glory of the Copper Coast with its scalloped beaches, coves and rocky headlands.It’s a journey through time and nature — across eleven bridges, three viaducts and through a 400m long tunnel — that runs all the way from the river to the sea.

]]> Willie Whelan is the Editor/Author of the book The Towns and Villages of the Waterford Greenway - ENTER TO WIN A COPY THROUGH THE IRISH RADIO CANADA APP http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=202009201.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=202009201.mp3 59:48 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 20 Sep 2020 12:00:00 +0000 Leah Quinn, Siobhan O'Muiri Since 1977, the Calgary Chieftains have been Calgary’s GAA club. We are a sports and social club that promotes the traditional Irish sports of Gaelic Football and Hurling. We are fully affiliated to the GAA, through the Western Canada Divisional Board and are a registered Albertan Society (Calgary Chieftains: Gaelic Athletic Association Club).St Michaels Hurling and Football Club is a Gaelic football club located in Toronto! Our club has both a Sr. Men’s team and a Ladies team. We welcome all players, Canadian or Irish, new or experienced, to join our teams! Contact us if you would like more information on playing with us!

]]> Leah Quinn, Siobhan O'Muiri http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20200913b1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20200913b1.mp3 16:59 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 13 Sep 2020 12:40:00 +0000 Grainne McDermott, Philip Murphy, Sean Murphy The Irish Sporting and Social Club was formed in 1974 with the aim of bringing the local Irish community together socially and to promote the games of Gaelic Football, Hurling and Camogie. Today, the GAA club is a blend of Irish immigrants, second generation Irish descendants, Canadians and other nationalities. The club runs a number of successful teams including the Vancouver Harps and Vancouver Celts Men’s and Ladies Gaelic Football Teams and the JP Ryan’s Hurling and Camogie teams. The ISSC continues to promote and support Irish cultural and sporting events in Greater Vancouver, and are always welcoming new members. In 2014 the ISSC celebrated its 40th anniversary and plans were set for continued growth in the future. To find out more about the ISSC Club Development please click here: ISSC Club Development Plan (Nov2014)At the beginning of 2011, it was decided to re-name the team from the Harps to the Joseph P Ryans (Vancouver), in the memory of Joseph Ryan, a founding member of the GAA who later emigrated to Canada and who is buried in Cranbrook, British Columbia. In 2011, as playing numbers swelled and the overall level of hurling grew in Vancouver it was decided that the team would make the big leap to Senior hurling at the 2011 NACB Championships, this time held in San Francisco. Founded in 2014 Fraser Valley Gaels are a Vancouver based GAA club. The club is comprised of men's and women's Gaelic football team. Fraser Valley Gaels are more than a football club. It is at the heart of the Irish and International community in Vancouver. We have as many events off the pitch as we have on, and we encourage members to become part of our growing family and community.

]]> Grainne McDermott, Philip Murphy, Sean Murphy http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20200913a1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20200913a1.mp3 36:46 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 13 Sep 2020 12:00:00 +0000 Adrian Coyne, JP McLaughlin, Heather Mahady Adrian Coyne Cú Chulainn hurling club Vancouver: With the ever increasing Irish population in Vancouver, an idea sprung to mind in late 2018 to formulate a second hurling club in the region. Founded just last year in 2019, Cú Chulainn hurling club was established with the goal of getting people together to play hurling while creating a social outlet at the same time. In just a few short months the club had managed to recruit enough players to field both a junior and senior team and hasn’t looked back since, competing in competitions such as the Vancouver Championship, the Western Canadian Championships & the West Coast 7’s in San Diego.JP McLaughlin Vancouver Éire Óg GAA ClubVancouver Éire Óg GAA Club is a mens' Gaelic football team founded in 2018 in Vancouver, BC. The club was set up with the following goals: - Compete in Vancouver senior championship, Western Canadian Championship & other local competitions in Vancouver & the Pacific NW. - To aid new immigrants as much as possible with the possibility of assisting in obtaining work with numerous active members of the club involved in the construction industry. The club is sponsored by Connaught Masonry, who specialize in brick/block and stone work in the lower mainland.Heather Mahady Van Isle Rovers Gaelic Athletic ClubThe Van Isle Rovers Gaelic Athletic Club is Vancouver Island’s first and only Gaelic sports club. Formed in September 2019, our roster of players is steadily growing! We expect to enter the 2020 season with a men’s and ladies Gaelic football team and hope to incorporate a men’s hurling team soon. Our mission is threefold: to promote Gaelic culture on Vancouver Island; to improve each member’s individual athletic ability, self-discipline and character; and to spark a passion for Gaelic sports among Canadians, Irish-born, and the local community as a whole. The Van Isle Rovers is a not-for-profit organization that is 100% volunteer operated. Every practice and game in the league has been and run exclusively by its members and volunteers. Although many of our players are first- VIR Crest NEW.png generation Irish immigrants, many Canadian-born players have also joined the team to reconnect with their Irish roots or to try something completely new! Dipping into a diverse talent pool allows the Van Isle Rovers to operate as a successful and dynamic organization. The majority of our 2020 games will be played against some of the well-established Vancouver GAA teams. Gaelic sports have been steadily rising in popularity in Greater Vancouver, which now hosts four Gaelic football teams in addition to two hurling teams. The major local event for our team this year will be at the Victoria Highland Games and Celtic Festival which is held on May long weekend each year.

]]> Adrian Coyne, JP McLaughlin, Heather Mahady http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20200906b1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20200906b1.mp3 26:05 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 06 Sep 2020 12:30:00 +0000 Re O Braoin, Cathal Duggan. Patrick Quaile Re O Braoin of Na Fianna Katarokwi, A Gaelic Sports Club playing the Irish sports of Hurling, Camogie, and Gaelic Football. Weekly sessions in Kingston and on Wolfe Island Ontario. Always up for a match and new members. All ages and skill levels welcome.Cathal Duggan of  Cuala Sarsfields are a hurling club based in Toronto, Canada. The club was established in 2019 with the aim of promoting our national sport in North America and beyond.Patrick Qualie of  St Finnian's Vancouver. The Club derived its name from St Finnian of Clonnard, one of the early Irish Monastic Saints. St Finnian was the founder of Clonnard Monastery in County Meath and the infamous monastic community on Skellig Micheal, south of Finnians Bay in Co.Kerry. The Skellig Micheal story struck a chord with a group of us. Separated from home, a young group of Monks turned their isolation into a thriving community with the purpose of education and self-improvement. Here in Vancouver, we also find ourselves far from home, but with a thriving Irish community behind us, the Irish diaspora continues to grow from strength to strength. The work of Saint Finnian helped shape the Irish culture we all know and love. We hope St Finnians Vancouver GAA can impact local Gaelic Games and leave a lasting legacy on the community in a similar manner to our namesake. Naomh Fionan Abu. Why Maroon & Gold? The Maroon & Gold colours were chosen for two reasons; Maroon, derives its name from Chestnut. A tough nut to crack. The colour represents passion, ambition, courage and strength, something we will put into practice both on and off the field. Gold, to bring the glitz & glamour. It's the colour of knowledge and wealth. We have a wealth of GAA experience on board for this new team, something that will drive us forward in the coming months and years.

]]> Re O Braoin, Cathal Duggan. Patrick Quaile http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20200906a1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20200906a1.mp3 25:34 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 06 Sep 2020 12:00:00 +0000 John Barry talks about the Irish Club of Mississauga GoFundMe Campaign. COVID-19 has been a serious drain on everyone's spirits and on the economy, and at the Irish club of Mississauga we are particularly feeling the sting of lost revenues from March to now.  We've done a great job until now but it has become evident that our current cash reserves are just enough to keep our doors open another 3 to 4 months. This is due to the projected inability to book the parties and large gatherings that have been our primary revenue generator in support of the Irish, Scottish, English and local communities in the Mississauga area for the past 26 years.

]]> John Barry talks about the Irish Club of Mississauga GoFundMe Campaign. http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20200830c1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20200830c1.mp3 7:59 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 30 Aug 2020 12:50:00 +0000 Danny O'Reilly talks about The Coronas new release and the band The Coronas are the Irish rock band that originated in and at Dublin. They release their music by their own independent record label, 3ú Records, and are based between Dublin and London. They have released five studio albums, Heroes or Ghosts (2007), Tony Was an Ex-Con (2009), Closer to You (2011) The Long Way (2014), Trust The Wire (2017) & True Love Waits (2020).Three of the band's members - Danny O'Reilly, Graham Knox and Conor Egan - met at Terenure College where they formed a band called Kiros with a friend. The band split and then reformed as Corona, later changing the name to The Coronas to avoid any confusion with the Italian dance outfit. The first album brought them widespread popular acclaim with songs such as, Heroes or Ghosts and San Diego Song. Tony Was an Ex-Con received Best Irish Album at the 2010 Meteor Awards, beating Snow Patrol's Up To Now and U2's No Line on the Horizon among others. Closer to You was released in 2011, and was the band's first UK release, later in 2012. In November 2014, the band's debut album with Island Records, "The Long Way" was released.

]]> Danny O'Reilly talks about The Coronas new release and the band http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20200830b1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20200830b1.mp3 24:56 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 30 Aug 2020 12:25:00 +0000 Joan the owner of the cottage & Michele Hallihan the winner talk about the raffle. The cottage was up for raffle for the people who brought Ireland through the Covid-19 Pandemic. Both of us had the virus and we were extremely lucky to have survived. It took enormous courage to do what these front-liners did everyday, going in to work, knowing they could be infected at any time. We want to acknowledge what they did and the money raised is simply a gesture, they can never be thanked enough for supporting the people and the country in its time of need. Other people in other countries did similar work.The cottage is near Foxford, Co. Mayo. Mayo is in the West of Ireland and is world famous for its fishing. The cottage is on the raised bank of the Yellow River. Yes, there is a Yellow River in Mayo too! The river flows down and joins the River Moy. The River Moy is where the Salmon give rise to excitement in anglers the world over. The Moy is world famous for Salmon fishing.We hear from Michele Hallahan is the winner of the cottage.

]]> Joan the owner of the cottage & Michele Hallihan the winner talk about the raffle. http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20200830a1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20200830a1.mp3 25:18 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 30 Aug 2020 12:00:00 +0000 Emma Langford hails from Limerick in the South-West of Ireland. Since first bursting onto the scene in 2016 she’s hardly taken her foot off the pedal, with an eye-watering ever-growing tour schedule and frequent collaborations up her sleeve.

The artist has received consistent praise from national and international media and audiences alike, with The Irish Times describing her debut album Quiet Giant (2017) as ‘music that weaves a spell as you listen to it… An enduring piece of work’.

Ireland’s state broadcaster RTÉ Radio 1 presented Emma with the Best Emerging Artist award at their inaugural Folk Awards in October 2018.

Emma’s “spell-binding” Quiet Giant features stunning full-band arrangements for 10 self-penned songs, and was released to great critical acclaim in late 2017. Following the album’s Irish release, she was invited to launch it internationally with Germany’s Irish Folk Festival tour.

Langford’s sound is made to be heard live, be it solo or with a full complement of musicians. She possesses a distinct natural tone and resonance that is truly breath-taking – and a razor-sharp tongue to boot. Her home-grown brazen wit and piercingly insightful lyrics have fused to produce the on-stage energy for which the young artist has become so well known at home and abroad.

Noted too for a vocal timbre which dances playfully among the nuances of “folk”; Emma Langford’s voice is at once defiant and ethereal; her lyrics insightful, yet loaded with wit and whimsy. Comparisons are often drawn in style and sound to artists such as Joni Mitchell, Norah Jones and Janis Ian.

In 2018 the self-made Limerick songwriter completed a whirlwind 100-date promotional tour across Austria, Denmark, Germany, Switzerland, the UK and Ireland to launch the record, yet as she posits in her own lyrics:

“Is this all you want? Is this all you need?”

Langford has hit her stride and shows no signs of slowing down.

Following the release of her single Goodbye Hawaii praised in Hot Press as the “downright sunniest song of the summer”, Emma is due to release more new music later in the year, as well as a much anticipated second album in early 2020; she is also collaborating locally on projects with musicians, theatre-makers and aerial-dance performers.

Emma makes her debut appearance in the USA this August 2019 on the Snug Stage at Milwaukee Irish Fest.

]]> Emma Langford hails from Limerick in the South-West of Ireland. http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20200823b1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20200823b1.mp3 22:28 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 23 Aug 2020 12:30:00 +0000 Nicholas Worthington is fascinated by maritime and island history. While researching Tory Island he first came across Inishtrahull Island. An Tionscnamh Inis Trá Tholl, Ag cur chun cinn Inis Trá Tholl, mar a bhí, mar atá, mar a bheas.

In 1929, the end of island life on Inishtrahull quietly came to pass. Throughout the long and arduous history of Ulster, this island in the bitterly cold and tempestuous waters of the north Atlantic was the last part of Ireland seen by emigrants leaving for North America from Derry. It was the last light of Ireland, quite literally, as its lighthouse would flash reliably until the horizon slowly faded into endless ocean. The story of Inishtrahull does not begin and end with its evacuation and dereliction, it does not begin at any exact point per se. Inishtrahull, like many legends, seems to have no defined start to its story, it just simply existed. Without a shadow of a doubt, the story does not end in 1929 either.

Cathaoirleach: Nicholas Worthington

Nicholas is fascinated by maritime and island history. While researching Tory Island he first came across Inishtrahull Island. As Nicholas researched the islands unique history and heritage further, principally through the work of Seán Beattie and Wallace Clark, he began to ask himself why this island the most northerly point of the islands of Ireland and the oldest geological point of Ireland, was so overlooked. In June 2018 he set up the Inishtrahull Initiative to try and help remedy this and shine a spotlight on all aspects of Inishtrahull, Tor Rocks and the Garvan Isles history and heritage and help protect them for future generations. Nicholas is a graduate of Queens University Belfast and is currently studying an MA in Cultural Heritage and Museum Studies at Ulster University. He is particularly interested in the social history of Inishtrahull’s resident community before 1928, the maritime links between Inishtrahull and global trade during the 19th and early 20th century and the Irish language.

]]> Nicholas Worthington is fascinated by maritime and island history. While researching Tory Island he first came across Inishtrahull Island. http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20200823a1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20200823a1.mp3 25:29 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 23 Aug 2020 12:00:00 +0000 The Bee's Knees : Ireland's Love of Bees from the Celts to Connemara by James Morrissey James Morrissey, born in Co Mayo, is a communications consultant and former award-winning journalist. He was a founder of The Sunday Business Post and a Business Correspondent for Independent Newspapers. He is director of several companies including Newstalk, Crannog Books, Claddagh Records, Fleishman Hillard. He has written several books about Ireland, On The Verge of Want (Crannog Books - 2001), A History of The Fastnet Lighthouse (Crannog Books - 2004),Inishbofin & Inishark (Crannog Books -2012) and Omey Island (CrannogBooks - 2018).

Why are bees so important? Why do we need to protect them? This is a complete guide to bees in Ireland, including their role as pollinators, the importance of the queen, the drones, the workers and the democracy of the beehive. You can even learn about how they communicate with the waggle dance! With a whole history of beekeeping in Ireland, alongside profiles of Irish beekeepers, including the beekeeper at Glenstal Abbey, this is also a guide to what WE can do to save one of the most important species in our environment.

]]> The Bee's Knees : Ireland's Love of Bees from the Celts to Connemara by James Morrissey http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20200816b1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20200816b1.mp3 28:27 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 16 Aug 2020 12:30:00 +0000 Shane O Fearghail Singer/Songwriter Shane Ó FearghailShane is an Irish Singer-songwriter living in Vienna. From Dublin, his musical style fits neatly into the Irish Indie Folk box. Likened to REM, Crowded House, Rufus Wainright III, Glen Hansard and Ron Sexsmith, it is easy to see where his songwriting loyalties lie. Irish music however, is his first love. Strange times indeed. From social distancing to lockdowns. Hopefully we are on the other side and things are beginning to open up.

Born From Tradition – Volume 1This is an Irish folk album. In mirth and measure. It is an album that comes back to the idea of home. I suppose it’s me holding my hands up to say, this is who I am and where I come from. No excuses and no compromises. No apologies. Working on this album has helped me understand what connection really means. And with that information, comes a new found admiration.

Containing ten ballads, Born From Tradition (my fourth album), was recorded in Dublin and Vienna. The first sessions of vocal and guitar where put down at AP Studios Dublin before lockdown. The remainder was recorded and produced in Vienna with the help of friends and great musicians. Five tracks are self penned, two of which are in the Irish language (written by myslef and Róisín Ní Bhriain). The remaining four songs are ballads that have had an impact on my writing and singing since I was a child. They help tell the story. And that’s what this album is all about.

]]> Shane O Fearghail Singer/Songwriter http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20200816a1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20200816a1.mp3 22:22 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 16 Aug 2020 12:00:00 +0000 His work includes the documentary film The Boys of St. Columbs for BBC and RTE, which followed the lives of several great Irish figures including Nobel Laureates Seamus Heaney and John Hume. Kevin McCann is an award-winning filmmaker who was born in Northern Ireland and raised in the Republic of Ireland. He is a 2010 graduate of the distinguished European EAVE Producer Program and has run the production company Maccana Teoranta since 2005, which has made award-winning drama and documentaries for film, television, and radio.

His work includes the documentary film The Boys of St. Columbs for BBC and RTE, which followed the lives of several great Irish figures including Nobel Laureates Seamus Heaney and John Hume. It documented for the first time the influence of education on the peace process in Ireland. He has worked extensively in radio, and recently wrote and directed a drama series called COMA, which won a 2015 National Radio Award in Ireland and was shortlisted for the European Grand Prix Nova for Radio Drama in Bucharest, Romania.Amongst his latest work is Volkswagen Joe, which is the first film awarded funding by the EUROPEAN PEACE PROGRAMME. Based on a play written by his father, it is a half -hour drama set in an Irish border village during the Troubles. It has won 10 international awards including best short drama at the Boston Irish Film Festival, the Rome Irish Film Festival in 2014 and claimed first prize at the prestigious Celtic Media Festival. It was screened on RTE Television in 2016.Kevin filmed his latest short about a prisoner being visited by a bird in the historic H-Block Prison near Belfast. His co-production partners were two multi-award winning companies: ALLFILM from Estonia were Oscar-nominated last year for Tangerines and Yellowmoon based in Belfast who post-produce the HBO series Game of Thrones. Kevin is writing and producing the first film on the 1916 Easter Rising Rebellion in Ireland. Supported by the Irish Film Board and Northern Ireland Screen, 'The Rising' will star Colin Morgan, Jonathan Rhys Meyers, Brendan Coyle, Michael Neeson, David O'Hara and Fiona Shaw.

]]> His work includes the documentary film The Boys of St. Columbs for BBC and RTE, which followed the lives of several great Irish figures including Nobel Laureates Seamus Heaney and John Hume. http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20200809b1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20200809b1.mp3 32:49 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 09 Aug 2020 12:30:00 +0000 Ambassador Jim Kelly: Canada is Ambassador Kelly's fourth posting as an Irish diplomat. Canada is Ambassador Kelly's fourth posting as an Irish diplomat. He previous served as Deputy Permanent Representative at Ireland's Mission to the United Nations in new York (2008-13), and also served at Ireland's Permanent Representation to the European Union in Brussels (2001-05) and at the Embassy in Copenhagen, Denmark (1995-98),The balance of his diplomatic career to date has been spent at the Department of Foreign Affairs at HQ in Dublin where he has held a wide range of positions covering different areas of the Department's work. These have included a series of assignments with the Department's Political, European and Development Cooperation Divisions. He commenced his career in DFA in November 1993 with a formative one year assignment in the Anglo-Irish Division, dealing with Northern Ireland issues during the period of the 1994 paramilitary ceasefires which opened the way to the Good Friday Agreement of 1998 and a new era of peace and cooperation on the island of Ireland.Most recently, Ambassador Kelly established and directed the new Policy Planning function at the Foreign Ministry, where he led policy development on key issues such as the implications of Brexit for Ireland, and Ireland's response to the refugee and migration crisis.Before joining the Ministry in 1993, he worked as a consultant with the leading global professional services firm, Accenture, and prior to that he held civil service positions in the Department  of Energy and the Revenue Commissioners in Dublin.He attended primary and secondary school at Drimnagh Castle CBS in Dublin, and is a graduate of University College Dublin (B. Comms (Hons) 1990).He enjoys running, hillwalking, reading; political, social and military history; music and cinema. He is also a keen follower of most sports, particularly Gaelic games.Ambassador Kelly served as a Member of the Royal Irish Academy's International Affairs Committee, 2014-16. and as Vice Chair of the United Nations General Assembly's Fourth Committee, (Political and Decolonization) during the 66th session (2011-12). He was the first Irish diplomat to be nominated to participate in the US State Department's International Visitor Leadership course in 2007.

]]> Ambassador Jim Kelly: Canada is Ambassador Kelly's fourth posting as an Irish diplomat. http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20200809a1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20200809a1.mp3 27:07 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 09 Aug 2020 12:00:00 +0000 Bill O'Brien & Michael Conneeley The original founder, creator, and pioneer of the ferries from Doolin to The Aran Islands is our very own Bill O’Brien. It’s a story of chance and good old Irish creativity! Bill was a young local farmer who often visited the fine establishments of Doolin (the pubs of course). One fine summer’s day he met two American ladies who were visiting the area. Being able to see the Aran Islands from Doolin Pier they asked Bill:“Can you tell us what’s out there across the water?”“I can do you one better, I’ll show you!”So off they set out from Doolin Pier in a traditional currach for an adventure to Aran and history was made. Little did the two ladies know that was his maiden voyage in the year of 1970.Over the many years since as Ireland changed so did the original ‘Doolin Ferries’. That original company no longer exists as it has grown and transformed into Doolin Ferry with Bill O’Brien!  Bill is always seeking to improve and grow his business working within the local environment. Little by little with the help of his son Liam O’Brien and family he upgraded his fleet gradually to what it is today. To this day we have many a’ visitor return that has traveled with Bill in the early years. They have fond memories of the 70′s, 80′s, and 90’s when they traveled to the islands in a much different time.

]]> Bill O'Brien & Michael Conneeley http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20200802c1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20200802c1.mp3 23:57 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 02 Aug 2020 12:35:00 +0000 Eithne Dunbar he Gaeltacht Experience The only recognized Gaeltacht (Irish-speaking area) outside of Ireland, our Gaeltacht provides a unique opportunity for immersive learning. Classes are offered at every level, from children and adult beginners to fluent speakers with an emphasis on immersion, inside and outside the classes! We offer small class sizes with the benefit of personal support for learners from teachers. It is our goal that every learner will be at ease practicing and speaking Irish in a relaxed atmosphere. This year, we'll be offering a unique opportunity for immersive learning with teachers from Ireland, and with two classes and a workshop each day through video chat!Oireachtas/CeiliAs a result of COVID-19 the Canadian 2020 Oireachtas will be held online as part of the Irish Language Immersion week.10-16 August 2020As a result of COVID-19 the Gaeltacht immersion week will run online this year.Daily ScheduleDaily Schedule Mon - Fri11am - 1pm: Online Classes2:30 - 4 pm: Workshops WorkshopsMonday, 10: History lecture or "Online tools of Irish learning and maintenance"Tuesday, 11: Shillelagh Stick-Fighting or StorytellingWednesday, 12: Shillelagh Stick-Fighting or PoetryThursday, 13: Sean nós or StorytellingFriday, 14: Sean nós or PoetryRegistration and FeesFull package includes online classes, workshops, and social events. Full package: $85Student or Financial Harship rate: $50 Daily rate: $20

]]> Eithne Dunbar http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20200802b1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20200802b1.mp3 14:28 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 02 Aug 2020 12:20:00 +0000 Luka Bloom Singer Songwriter Luka Bloom a.k.a Barry MooreHaving tread the boards of stages all over the globe, 36 years of craft honing has given Luka Bloom from Newbridge a place on the music map. Like many Irish familes then and indeed today Luka comes from a family of singers and writers first going on tour with older brother, Christy Moore, in 1969. It was a tour of English folk clubs and he was fourteen years of age. That was a long time ago. Turning 50 in 2005, Luka has brought his songs to clubs, theatres, fesitivals, bars, arenas and dives all over the world. From McGanns in Boston to The Tivoli in Brisbane to Red Hot Club in Newbridge.

]]> Luka Bloom http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20200802a1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20200802a1.mp3 16:52 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 02 Aug 2020 12:00:00 +0000 Seán Keane from County Galway is described as the greatest musical find of the 90's. Traditional Irish, folk and even country and blues songs all lend themselves to his unique style and unforgettable voice. Seán Keane from County Galway is described as the greatest musical find of the 90's. Traditional Irish, folk and even country and blues songs all lend themselves to his unique style and unforgettable voice. Growing up in a family of singers and musicians, Seán learned the sean nós style of singing from his mother and his aunts.​Singing was his life, even in early childhood. By the time Seán reached his teens, he had collected thirteen All-Ireland medals in Fleadh Ceoil competitions. He was by then an accomplished whistle and flute player as well and had taken up the uilleann pipes and bodhraun.​When he joined his first group, Shegui, he had already served a long apprenticeship. After travelling throughout Europe with the band, he left to join Reel Union, a group which also featured sister Dolores and accordion player Máirtín O'Connor. Later, he was part of Arcady, with such well known names as Johnny "Ringo" McDonagh, Sharon Shannon and Frances Black.​After a short flirtation with the theatre when he played in the Druid production of "Midnight Court" and the Abbey Theatre's "Sheep's Milk on the Boil", Seán embarked on his solo career in 1993. "All Heart , No Roses" received rave reviews and was chosen as Debut Folk Album of the Year by Q Magazine. In the years following, success continued with Meteor Award nominations, Best Male Folk Performer from Irish Music Magazine (three times), a similar award from the London Irish World, as well as numerous Irish accolades. "A Portrait", a collection of Seán's songs, is a multi-platinum Irish seller. All of his solo albums are platinum sellers and remain in constant demand. Six solo albums later, Seán Keane continues to delight audiences all over the world with his live performances and recorded work. He tours regularly with his band in Ireland, Austria, Germany, the US and Canada as well as appearing at major festivals world-wide.Seán's 10th solo album "New Day Dawning" is proving very popular with his fans. Seán continues to get much radio play with songs like "Isle of Hope Isle of Tears", "Galway to Graceland", "Home", and "Home Away From Home" still proving very popular with his listeners. New material like "Paint me a picture of Ireland", "Natures Little Symphony", "Don't Teach Me How To Cry" and "One More Hour" are now becoming standards in his show.

]]> Seán Keane from County Galway is described as the greatest musical find of the 90's. Traditional Irish, folk and even country and blues songs all lend themselves to his unique style and unforgettable voice. http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20200726c1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20200726c1.mp3 14:45 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 26 Jul 2020 12:40:00 +0000 Mary Coughlan is the greatest female vocalist Ireland has ever produced. It’s not even why she stands alongside, or even between, the bruised, battered but unbeaten giants of jazz chanson on both sides of the Atlantic, Billie Holiday and Edith Piaf For Mary Coughlan there will always be two falls. The first happened in Mesopotamia about 5000 years ago, we are told. The second happened in a sea-front house in Bray, near Dublin, around 1994. In the first, Eve was expelled from Eden for her sins and women have borne the brunt of it ever since. In the second, a heavily pregnant and very drunk Mary Coughlan fell onto her kitchen floor in a stupor, a piece of bread and butter plastered to her unconscious face. That was how her husband and three children found her when they returned from shopping. The next night Mary was taken to hospital where she miscarried. And she has borne the brunt of it ever since.

And the most remarkable thing of all is her quarrel with Ireland. She evidently detests the stage Irishry which persists to this day in Riverdance, U2 and The Corrs. But in her curt consonants, luxuriant plosives and Dub dipthongs she is nakedly Irish, Galway born, the daughter of a Donegal soldier and a Connemara woman. Yeats wrote, “Out of our quarrel with others, we make rhetoric. Out of our quarrel with ourselves, we make poetry.” Out of her quarrels Mary Coughlan has made some of the best music in these islands for twenty-five years. And it’s time she was applauded for that.In 1994 she went into rehab in Dublin and with her family’s support defeated her alcoholism and hasn’t taken a drink since. It’s understandable why Mary should feel so powerful an identification with Holiday. But that’s not what makes her the giant she is, someone who fills the sky alongside Holiday, Piaf, Lee, Fitzgerald, London, Vaughan, Washington. Music history is littered with performers and artists dead or defeated by drink or drugs. That is not what makes a singer great. Nor even the conquering of addiction, though that’s no mean feat, God knows.

Mary is our greatest female singer because over twenty-five years and ten albums she’s made the most grown-up, uncompromising, wholly personal and utterly universal music on either side of the Atlantic about what goes on between men and women. She has taken the classic standards of jazz balladry and the recent gems of rock and Irish song-writing, shaken them and offered them up anew, like jewels dripping from the deep, strewn on black velvet. She sings in the voice of the wrong and wronged woman and she makes us think what it is men make of women and what women have to do to make do. She has just one other forebear in the pretty pallid parade of British female pop artists, just one other woman whose bruised, haunted voice could find and enjoy the inconsolable longing and loss in a three minute pop song: Dusty Springfield. Or Mary Isabel Catherine Bernadette O’Brien, to give her her real name. Born to an Irish Catholic family. Small world.

]]> Mary Coughlan is the greatest female vocalist Ireland has ever produced. It’s not even why she stands alongside, or even between, the bruised, battered but unbeaten giants of jazz chanson on both sides of the Atlantic, Billie Holiday and Edith Piaf http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20200726b1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20200726b1.mp3 19:19 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 26 Jul 2020 12:20:00 +0000 Brian Kennedy is one of Ireland’s most inspired and revered ambassadors of music. He is not only a prolific songwriter but a master interpreter of lyrics as well, and audiences around the world continue to praise his exceptional vocal talents. With “a voice to charm the angels,” Brian survived a childhood on the infamous Falls Road, West Belfast, at the height of its hellish history against all the odds to carve an extraordinary career in music. “It’s a miracle that I survived my childhood and became a singer really, given where and how my life started, but somehow my voice had other plans and saved me in the end." That voice set him on a course that changed his life forever.From harmonizing with ambulance sirens as a child to finally overcoming stage fright, his gradual ascent was nothing short of incredible. He busked on the dangerous streets of his hometown whatever the political climate until a sudden escape to London at 18 where he survived the only way he knew how. He sang unaccompanied in the underground stations and outside the Dominion Theatre, sometimes literally in order to eat and until he finally saved up enough money for a guitar. Soon thereafter, Brian was discovered by British entrepreneur/manager Simon Fuller.Brian is first and foremost a live performer and songwriter declaring “music is my lifeblood.”  His constant touring from Ireland and the UK to Australia, Europe, Asia and the USA, including the major global festivals, has resulted in an ever-growing international fan base, over a phenomenal three-decade career. Brian was the very first international artist to record the now famous uplifting anthem “You Raise Me Up” by Secret Garden in 2001, today one of his most popular signature songs.  His heart-wrenching LIVE performance of “You Raise Me Up” at the funeral of Irish football legend George Best was released as a single and earned him a spot in the top 5 of the UK charts.  This song has since been recorded by over 1,000 artists.  In October of 2018 Brian had a nine-hour operation that was life changing and in recovery he returned to the stage a mere two weeks after leaving hospital to sing at a fundraiser for a friend. In June 2019 Brian completed a five-month chemotherapy chapter and was given the all clear…cancer free!  During his period of healing, he wrote new songs which reflect his incredible journey. The result: the poignant and inspiring EP aptly entitled “Recovery.” He performed these new songs for the first time at the 2019 Edinburgh Festival Fringe.Brian recorded and co-wrote the song “Things Are Gonna Change” with Boy George (released April, 2020).

It has long been a desire of Brian’s to perform at New York’s famed Carnegie Hall.  He realized that dream on December 9, 2019 and had the 3,000 plus standing-room-only crowd in the palm of his hand as they sang along with him.

]]> Brian Kennedy is one of Ireland’s most inspired and revered ambassadors of music. He is not only a prolific songwriter but a master interpreter of lyrics as well, and audiences around the world continue to praise his exceptional vocal talents. http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20200726a1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20200726a1.mp3 18:58 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 26 Jul 2020 12:00:00 +0000 Kevin Mahon Kevin Mahon was born and raised in the Toronto area of Canada and now resides in the musical capital of the world, Austin TX.Since 1991 Kevin has been a journeyman recording artist, musician, and songwriter traveling throughout North America with such acts as The Plaid Daddys, Declan Nine, Real Gone, The Cradles, and most recently Before The Devil Knows You're Dead.In 2015 Kevin began to compile personal recordings he had made over the years into a solo project entitled Hell's Kitchen Irish Ale.Radio Ireland is a new novel by Kevin Mahon, a Canadian who now calls Austin, Texas home, but his family roots are in Ireland. His father grew up on Dublin’s northside.Kevin’s novel is initially set in Austin, Texas, but moves quickly to Dublin. The author skillfully portrays Brendan Daly, the main character, with a perfect balance of gravity and humor.Brendan leaves his past behind in search of a new life in Dublin. This is a story of discovery, home coming, and new beginnings, interwoven with the difficult subjects of grief, addiction, and depression.Radio Ireland – Book Premise: “After the passing of his father, Brendan decides to leave North America behind and begin a new life as a rock radio host in his family’s ancestral home of Dublin.But when Brendan arrives he discovers that Rory, his co-host and lifelong friend, is missing. In a moment of inspiration, Brendan invents an unexpected co-host who takes Dublin by storm and invites him to confront his past.What results is an emotionally charged and heartfelt tale that combines laugh-out-loud stories with bittersweet episodes and an ending you won’t soon forget.”

]]> Kevin Mahon http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20200719c1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20200719c1.mp3 13:13 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 19 Jul 2020 12:45:00 +0000 Aine Tyrrell Having lived in Australia for a decade, Irish born singer-songwriter Áine Tyrrell rewrites what is imaginable every step of the way. Whether she is captaining her infamous 1966 Bedford Tour Bus or whether she is carving a unique musical path melding her own Irish roots from the ancient limestone rocks of Country Clare with her respect of the red dirt roads of 60,000 years of Indigenous culture in Australia, she is doing it all to her very own beat. It is no surprise then that The Australian warned early on that “Tyrrell's incredible journey is one you'd be well advised to follow.”As Áine's music appeal grows internationally, her first recognition of her talents in America have been represented by being selected as an official showcase artist for the International Folk Alliance.Her fresh and innovative rewriting of the rule book in song structure and composition has not gone unrecognised Internationally either. Following the release of the single "In This House" in 2019 with over 18,000 entries Tom Waits voted her not only as a finalist in the International Songwriting Competition, but she received the much-coveted honourable mention in the Singer-Songwriter Category. Her exceptional musicianship and an equally deft touch with a killer hook or a heartrending lament has also garnered critical acclaim from national radio outlets in both Ireland and Australia with multiple radio appearances on ABC Radio, RTE Radio, Double J Radio, and BBC NI Music.  ‘Don’t Be Left Crying’ the single from Fledgling Fall in 2017 climbed to Number One on Ireland’s national broadcaster RTE’s Independent Music ChartsHer hopeful messages and “anthems for humanity” (HHhappy Magazine) have not gone unnoticed by Educators either. Tyrrell’s song ‘In This House’ was eagerly added to Australian school curriculums straight after release and has led to her touring schools across Australia introducing song writing as an engaging way to discuss colonisation from the Indigenous and Irish Perspective with elementary school audiences.Following in the footsteps of her legendary folk singing father Seán Tyrrell, her first album Queen of Swords is a wild hearted wandering adventure recorded in the Australian desert on her Bedford Bus. Her second album Return To The Sea went rogue being recorded in Ireland’s lounge rooms, front bars, old churches and remote islands. What makes these bravely daring recordings all the more charming is her frequent collaborations with documentary makers along thes way making her well known for her high quality video content.

]]> Aine Tyrrell http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20200719b1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20200719b1.mp3 23:17 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 19 Jul 2020 12:20:00 +0000 Patrick Murray rish Film Festival Ottawa is a non-profit organization that celebrates Irish culture, language, humour and history through the modern medium of film. Founded in March 2014, the festival showcases recent films of all genres from Irish filmmakers in a three-day event that also incorporates Irish music, dance, and other arts. Our vision is to bring Irish film and filmmakers to Ottawa to support and promote Irish culture for the benefit of both Ottawa’s Irish community and the local population, and to inspire and develop Ottawa’s local film-making community. The festival provides a medium through which it is possible to share and promote Irish heritage to not only the Irish Diaspora but Canadians of all ethnicities who wish to learn more about Ireland, its people and its culture.​The festival would not be possible without a dedicated team of volunteers who work tirelessly throughout the year to make it happen.

]]> Patrick Murray http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20200719a1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20200719a1.mp3 20:21 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 19 Jul 2020 12:00:00 +0000 The development of each production from concept to stage involves close collaboration between artists, creatives & children to ensure that what we ultimately present is the best that it can possibly be. Dr Thomas Johnston, Founder Ceol Connected.Ceol Connected (est 2011) is a young & impassioned company that strives to create meaningful, beguiling, virtuosic, fantastical & gloriously joyful work for young audiences that is of the highest quality that draws inspiration & intrigue from the world of traditional arts. We are the makers of The Quiet Tree, The Far Field, The Wonderful Tune, Return of Spring, Whistle in the Wind, A Winter Wish, TREEHOUSE & LEAF. In 2020 we will coproduce Winter Wunderground – a musical exploration of the world beneath our feet – with the National Concert Hall.We take our responsibility to present high quality shows to young audiences very seriously. The development of each production from concept to stage involves close collaboration between artists, creatives & children to ensure that what we ultimately present is the best that it can possibly be.

]]> The development of each production from concept to stage involves close collaboration between artists, creatives & children to ensure that what we ultimately present is the best that it can possibly be. http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20200712c1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20200712c1.mp3 16:41 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 12 Jul 2020 12:40:00 +0000 Future Oceans Creative Director Catherine Larose Future Oceans: Igniting a global community of designers spotlighting the ocean plastic crisis In 2019, ten fashion designers were selected from an international design competition and featured in Future O Future Oceans Creative Director Catherine LaroseFuture Oceans: Igniting a global community of designers spotlighting the ocean plastic crisisIn 2019, ten fashion designers were selected from an international design competition and featured in Future Oceans, a one-of-a-kind fashion show at the Victoria International Marina, that spotlights the ocean plastic waste crisis while proposing sustainable solutions.The designers spent 5 months creating wearable art pieces featuring reclaimed ocean plastic from beaches and oceans. They also launched ready-to-wear fashion lines using eco-friendly fabrics, which they debuted at The Bay Centre Victoria during their one month long Eco-Boutique. During this time, musicians worked on a Future Oceans soundtrack, and dancers from the Nanaimo Contemporary ballet produced the first Future Oceans dance performance titled “Plastic Whale”.

]]> Future Oceans Creative Director Catherine Larose Future Oceans: Igniting a global community of designers spotlighting the ocean plastic crisis In 2019, ten fashion designers were selected from an international design competition and featured in Future O http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20200712b1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20200712b1.mp3 12:41 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 12 Jul 2020 12:20:00 +0000 From playful days (family programme) to curious nights (adult programme) we create, produce curate unique, visual and interactive cultural experiencesin Dublin that merge cutting-edge technology, design, arts and science in playful, immersive curious ways From playful days (family programme) to curious nights (adult programme) we create, produce curate unique, visual and interactive cultural experiencesin Dublin that merge cutting-edge technology, design, arts and science in playful, immersive curious ways.We believe in a world where every person has the confidence, the courage and the opportunity to be curious.With over 45,000 attendees each year across 14 venues in Dublin city centre, the festival is Ireland's annual celebration at the intersection of art, science, technology and design and has quickly grown to be one of the most exciting and innovative festivals of it's kind in Europe.The festival of curiosity takes a brand new, innovative research-led approach to audience participation and engagement in science, arts, design ; technology for all ages and has sold out every year since it's inception.In 2013 the festival was set up with the support of founding partners Dublin city council, the Matheson foundation, the RDS and Science Foundation Ireland. the festival brings together the most innovative leaders, strategic partners (local, national and international) in industry, education, culture, government, media and philanthropy who believe in forging a brighter future for Ireland and creating a culture of curiosity. together we believe we can ignite Dublin's curious heart.

]]> From playful days (family programme) to curious nights (adult programme) we create, produce curate unique, visual and interactive cultural experiencesin Dublin that merge cutting-edge technology, design, arts and science in playful, immersive curious ways http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20200712a1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20200712a1.mp3 20:45 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 12 Jul 2020 12:00:00 +0000 Garry Hynes founder Druid Theatre, Galway

]]> Garry Hynes founder Druid Theatre, Galway http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20200705c1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20200705c1.mp3 15:16 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 05 Jul 2020 12:45:00 +0000 Will Fiztgerald

Founded in 1989, Galway Film Fleadh has always showcased Irish filmmakers by exhibiting their work to their peers. The Irish film industry and the Galway Film Fleadh have grown in tandem with one another as the industry has continued to win international admiration for its work. In addition to our features programme, shorts programme, masterclasses and talks, we also host the Galway Film Marketplace, Film Forum and the Junior Film Fleadh. The Galway Film Fair is the UK and Ireland’s first dedicated film market and industry conference running alongside the Festival. The Junior Galway Film Fleadh is an annual film festival for young adults.]]> Will Fiztgerald http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20200705b1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20200705b1.mp3 17:39 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 05 Jul 2020 12:25:00 +0000 Liam O'Connor of The Irish Traditional Music Archive Liam O'Connor, Exec Dir, ITMA, Following the cancellation of the 48th Scoil Samhraidh Willie Clancy (SSWC), plans have been announced by The Irish Traditional Music Archive / Taisce Cheol Dúchais Éireann (ITMA)  for a programme of online events to commemorate the school around the time that the summer school would have been held. ITMA and SSWC are very proud to work together to fill the void, by making the richness of the ITMA Field Recording Archive available to all. We are now delighted to announce that three distinct projects will be shared online: - 10 programmes of selected highlights from SSWC Recitals. - A 'live' stream of the 2019 SSWC Recitals, Concerts, Tribute event and Lectures. - A reflective tribute to Scoil Samhraidh Willie Clancy.

]]> Liam O'Connor of The Irish Traditional Music Archive http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20200705a1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20200705a1.mp3 25:37 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 05 Jul 2020 12:00:00 +0000 The Museum displays its own collections, as well as visiting exhibitions of Local, National and International significance with the overall aim of maximising their cultural and educational potential for the people of Limerick and Ireland. The Hunt Museum preserves and exhibits the original artefacts gathered, over a life time, by John and Gertrude Hunt and known as the Hunt Collection. The Museum also displays its own collections, as well as visiting exhibitions of Local, National and International significance with the overall aim of maximising their cultural and educational potential for the people of Limerick and Ireland.We have a winning garden design; we have some 3D scans of our objects that want to become supersize and escape to the garden and we have lots of volunteers, with angle grinders at the ready, to remove the railings.  We just need to raise some more money to make it a reality, so need your help. The Hunt Museum in a Garden will be open for free everyday. Benefiting everyone’s mental health and well being and in its pavements, garden boxes and seating areas it will remember the front-line workers and victims of Covid19 as well as other loved ones.

]]> The Museum displays its own collections, as well as visiting exhibitions of Local, National and International significance with the overall aim of maximising their cultural and educational potential for the people of Limerick and Ireland. http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20200621c1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20200621c1.mp3 15:35 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 21 Jun 2020 12:45:00 +0000 Tionól Gaeilge UCD, our international summer school, is aimed at adults in Ireland and abroad who are interested in the Irish language and in Irish culture. Tionól Gaeilge UCD, our international summer school, is aimed at adults in Ireland and abroad who are interested in the Irish language and in Irish culture. It will also suit students, both in Ireland and abroad, who are studying Irish as a subject or undertaking an Irish Studies Degree. This year's theme is 'Irish in a Global Context'.Tionól Gaeilge UCD, our international summer school, is aimed at adults in Ireland and abroad who are interested in the Irish language and in Irish culture. It will also suit students, both in Ireland and abroad, who are studying Irish as a subject or undertaking an Irish Studies Degree. This year's theme is 'Irish in a Global Context'.

]]> Tionól Gaeilge UCD, our international summer school, is aimed at adults in Ireland and abroad who are interested in the Irish language and in Irish culture. http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20200621b1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20200621b1.mp3 15:10 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 21 Jun 2020 12:25:00 +0000 Minister Ciaran Cannon explains the role that Ireland will play on the Security Council. The Minister also discusses COVID-19, Brexit and the formation of government in Ireland. Ireland wins seat on United Nations Security CouncilIreland was elected to the United Nations Security Council and will now take a seat on the 15- member body in 2021 and 2022. Ireland campaigned on the themes of Partnership, Empathy and Independence as the key attributes that our country brings to its engagement with the UN and which will drive our work on the Security Council.Ireland joined the United Nations in December 1955.Ireland has been on the Security Council 3 times. 1962, 1981-82, 2001-2002.Minister Ciaran Cannon explains the role that Ireland will play on the Security Council. The Minister also discusses COVID-19, Brexit and the formation of government in Ireland.

]]> Minister Ciaran Cannon explains the role that Ireland will play on the Security Council. The Minister also discusses COVID-19, Brexit and the formation of government in Ireland. http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20200621a1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20200621a1.mp3 26:37 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 21 Jun 2020 12:00:00 +0000 The Armagh Rhymers are one of the most celebrated traditional music and theatre ensembles on the Island of Ireland. The Armagh Rhymers are one of the most celebrated traditional music and theatre ensembles on the Island of Ireland.Since we were founded in 1970’s, we have delighted audiences in schools, festivals throughout Ireland and around the world.  Through music, storytelling and drama, we provide an experience that is both entertaining and educational.  Our colourful costumes evoke a sense of tradition and history and encapsulate the spirit of the Wren boys and the ancient house visiting traditions of Ireland, where the kitchen floor became the stage.  The Rhyming tradition is a celebration of the ‘theatre of the people’ and has inspired many poets such as Seamus Heaney, Brendan Kennelly, John Montague and John Hewitt.Dara Vallely formed the Armagh Rhymers in the 1970’s to bring educational theatre to schools and is now their creative director.  He has a degree in education and previously worked as a teacher.  Dara plays the concertina, flute, whistle and piano.  He is also a well – known artist who has exhibited his paintings throughout Ireland and the USA.Anne Hart is a former teacher has extensive experience in front line education.  As former Director of Education at Emain Mhacha she was responsible for a wide range of educational and cultural projects and services. She is a published children’s author and has also written several plays for The Armagh Rhymers. Anne is the animator in the group, facilitating the interactive nature of the performances.

]]> The Armagh Rhymers are one of the most celebrated traditional music and theatre ensembles on the Island of Ireland. http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20200614c1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20200614c1.mp3 18:57 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 14 Jun 2020 12:45:00 +0000 SLOW MOVING CLOUDS is a Dublin-based post-folk band. Their music is an organic mix of the Irish and Nordic folk traditions with baroque strings and post-rock influences. SLOW MOVING CLOUDS is a Dublin-based post-folk band. Their music is an organic mix of the Irish and Nordic folk traditions with baroque strings and post-rock influences.On Starfall, band's second album, their folk roots merged with indie and experimental influences, expanding the sonic palette and power of their earlier work. The album was released digitally through the PEOPLE music platform, led by Justin Vernon (Bon Iver) and the Dessner brothers (The National).In 2019 Slow Moving Clouds toured in the UK with Jenny Lewis and opened for Feist at the Sounds From a Safe Harbour in Cork.Other recent highlights include performing at The Brighton Festival 2019, PEOPLE residency/festival at Funkhaus, Berlin 2018; Sounds From a Safe Harbour, Cork (with The National) 2017; the 3Arena, Dublin (with Ludovico Einaudi); Sydney Opera House (with Teac Damsa’s Swan Loch / Loch na hEala); and at legendary Irish fiddle player Martin Hayes’ ‘Masters of Tradition’ festival.In 2016 Slow Moving Clouds (with band's original fiddle player Danny Diamond) created the score for Teac Damsa’s Swan Lake / Loch na hEala, a contemporary adaptation of the classical ballet, set in the Irish midlands. The work premiered to critical and popular acclaim at the 2016 Dublin Theatre Festival, and was awarded Best Production at the 2017 Irish Theatre Awards. The Guardian listed the show the second best dance show of 21st century! This work built on their critically acclaimed 2015 debut album, Os, which drew comparisons to Icelandic post-rock legends Sigur Ros and Irish traditional supergroup The Gloaming. Os was hailed as 'rich, intriguing and accomplished’ Jim Carroll (The Irish Times); and 'emotive, euphoric and unique music’ Steve Hunt (fRoots).Slow Moving Clouds are:AKI (nyckelharpa, vocals)ULTAN O'BRIEN (fiddle)KEVIN MURPHY (cello, vocals)

]]> SLOW MOVING CLOUDS is a Dublin-based post-folk band. Their music is an organic mix of the Irish and Nordic folk traditions with baroque strings and post-rock influences. http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20200614a1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20200614a1.mp3 14:37 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 14 Jun 2020 12:25:00 +0000 Mick Flannery is an Irish singer and songwriter. Mick Flannery is an Irish singer and songwriter.His debut album Evening Train resulted from his time spent studying music and management at Coláiste Stiofáin Naofa in Cork. It featured tracks which had previously won Flannery two categories at the International Songwriting Competition in Nashville, Tennessee. He was the first Irish musician to win in this event. In 2019 this album premiered as a musical by the same name.Flannery's second studio album White Lies was released on 12 September 2008, achieving a top ten position on the Irish Albums Chart. It later went platinum and was nominated for the Choice Music Prize.The Irish Times placed him at number forty-six in a list of "The 50 Best Irish Acts Right Now" published in April 2009. Also that year Flannery won Best Irish Male at the 2009 Meteor Awards. Influences include Kurt Cobain, Leonard Cohen and Bob Dylan.

]]> Mick Flannery is an Irish singer and songwriter. http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20200614b1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20200614b1.mp3 18:23 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 14 Jun 2020 12:00:00 +0000 Cathy Murphy, Jennifer Bourke, John Boylan, Sabine Nolke, Lochlann Scott, Danielle McLaughlin, Karen McHugh This week we check in with a number of organizations that support Irish abroad. Contributions from John Boylan, The Embassy of Ireland Canada, Sabine Nolke, Canadian Chargée d'affaires in Ireland, Jennifer Bourke, Vice Consul General, Irish Consulate, Vancouver. Cathy Murphy, Executive Director @Irish Canadian Immigration Centre. Lochlann Scott, CEO/Founder Helplink Mental Health Services Danielle McLaughlin, Irish Abroad Networking Officer. at Crosscare Migrant Project Karen McHugh, CEO at Safehome Ireland

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]]> Cathy Murphy, Jennifer Bourke, John Boylan, Sabine Nolke, Lochlann Scott, Danielle McLaughlin, Karen McHugh http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=202006071.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=202006071.mp3 55:47 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 07 Jun 2020 12:00:00 +0000 One of Eastern Canada's best-known songwriters, Jimmy Rankin's heartfelt folk-rock storytelling is deeply ingrained in the fabric of Nova Scotia, where he began his career in the late '80s One of Eastern Canada's best-known songwriters, Jimmy Rankin's heartfelt folk-rock storytelling is deeply ingrained in the fabric of Nova Scotia, where he began his career in the late '80s as part of Cape Breton's beloved sibling band the Rankin Family. He helped pioneer the group's Celtic-inspired folk-pop sound in the '90s, writing Rankin Family classics like "Fare Thee Well Love" and "North Country" before becoming a highly visible solo act in the 2000s. With albums like 2001's Song Dog and 2007's Edge of Day, Jimmy expanded his East Coast folk-rock palette to include more distinctive country and roots rock elements and picked up numerous SOCAN, East Coast, and Canadian Country Music Awards along the way. He even moved to Nashville where he made his Juno-nominated 2011 highlight, Forget About the World. Following a Music City tenure that yielded three albums, Jimmy eventually returned to Nova Scotia and recorded the Maritime homecoming album, Moving East, in 2018.In the Cape Breton town of Mabou where he was born, music was the communal language of the Rankin clan, and like most of his 11 siblings, Jimmy played every month in the local ceilidh, learning the traditional Celtic tunes brought over from by the island's original settlers from Scotland and Ireland. Initially a loose coalition of various family members gigging around the island, by the late '80s, a core group including Jimmy, older brother John, and sisters Raylene, Cookie, and Heather had officially banded together under the Rankin Family name playing a mix of Celtic-inspired folk-pop originals and traditional Cape Breton fare. As a guitarist, singer, and songwriter, Jimmy's contributions were a core element of the Rankin Family's sound and subsequent mainstream popularity throughout the 1990's. He wrote many of the group's best-known songs including "North Country," "You Feel the Same Way Too," "Mull River Shuffle," and the Juno Award-winning "Fare Thee Well Love."HandmadeWhen the Rankin Family disbanded at the end of the decade, Jimmy launched his solo career with the 2001 release Song Dog. Led by the hit single "Followed Her Around," the album's mix of punchy roots-rock, country, and folk was an immediate success and picked up a bevy of awards including Album of the Year at the Canadian Country Music Awards and at the East Coast Music Awards. This trend would continue over the coming years as additional solo outings like 2003's Handmade and 2007's Edge of Day fared similarly well, picking up SOCAN and East Coast Music Awards as well. He also found work writing for other artists and was named 2008's Songwriter of the Year at the Canadian Country Music Awards for penning the 2007 Derek Ruttan hit "First Time in a Long Time." That same year also saw a revival of the Rankin Family which, following the 2000 death of eldest brother John, had slimmed down to a quartet for their 2007 Reunion album. Jimmy and his sisters released one more Rankin Family LP, These Are the Moments, in 2009, after which he relocated to Nashville and resumed his solo career.

]]> One of Eastern Canada's best-known songwriters, Jimmy Rankin's heartfelt folk-rock storytelling is deeply ingrained in the fabric of Nova Scotia, where he began his career in the late '80s http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20200531b1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20200531b1.mp3 20:12 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 31 May 2020 12:35:00 +0000 Cara Dillon has risen to become one of the finest exponents of traditional Irish song anywhere in the world. Born in Dungiven in 1975, surrounded and infused with the rich cultural heritage of her native County Derry, Cara has risen to become one of the finest exponents of traditional Irish song anywhere in the world. Possessing a rare and unique voice that has been lauded since her very beginnings winning the All Ireland singing trophy aged only 14. Together with her husband and musical partner, Sam Lakeman, she has successfully steered an eclectic musical path defying the typical pigeonholes that hinder most artists in her genre. Celebrated for entwining traditional and contemporary elements she has earned both commercial success and astonishing critical acclaim.      Recent years have seen her return wholeheartedly to her Irish roots creating fresh interpretations of traditional standards with stunning results. Her reach is truly global with fans to be found all over the world with her clear, Northern Irish voice even seducing giants such as Disney who, in 2010, asked her to sing the title song to the animated movie “Tinkerbell and the Great Fairy Rescue”. She’s won countless awards and accolades including “Album Of The Year” at the BBC Radio 2 Folk Awards, The Meteor Music Award for “Best Irish Female”, and Tatler’s “Woman Of The Year in Music” and has appeared in prestigious concert halls and at festivals the world over. Always looking to introduce her voice and music to new listeners, Cara’s topped the charts with dance remixes, guest appearances and, more recently, presented her songs with full orchestral backing bringing her music to an entirely new audience.         Whether she's singing her native traditional songs of lost love and emigration, or original compositions, you will be hard pressed to find a more emotive and captivating performer. Cara Dillon is at the very top of her field and one has the feeling she'll remain there for a very long time.

]]> Cara Dillon has risen to become one of the finest exponents of traditional Irish song anywhere in the world. http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20200531a1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20200531a1.mp3 27:07 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 31 May 2020 12:00:00 +0000 Zlata Filipovic & Cara Holmes on their short film based on dancer Oona Doherty Welcome to a Bright White Limbo Dancer and choreographer Oona Doherty takes us on a mesmerizing journey into the all-encompassing process of creating a new piece, “Hope Hunt,” which explores identity, place and gender. The raw physicality of Doherty’s work breaks through abstract concepts and manages to speak to her audience directly: body to body.Cara Holmes set up ‘Holmes-Made Films’ in 2014 to create socially aware films and documentaries that make you think. Holmes-Made Films commissions include short films for NGOs (Non-Governmental Organisations), charities and community groups , producing content for organisations such as RehabCare, INTO (Irish National Teachers’ organisation) Monaghan County Council and the National Women’s Council of Ireland.Cara aims to offer stimulating and original video content with a strong focus on human rights, multiculturalism, diversity, and identity.Combining documentary and dance performance, this visually arresting film dives into the mind and creative process of Oona Doherty's award winning dance show 'Hope Hunt' 

]]> Zlata Filipovic & Cara Holmes on their short film based on dancer Oona Doherty http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20200524d1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20200524d1.mp3 12:48 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 24 May 2020 12:50:00 +0000 Adrian Duncan talking about Tensions Structures and the connection between structure and society. Tension Structures – a new film by Feargal Ward and Adrian Duncan premiered at IDFA documentary film festival in Amsterdam. The film was created through the Arts Council’s Reel Art arts documentary scheme and was co-produced by the Pompidou Centre, Paris.How do you build structures so they don’t collapse, even under the worst imaginable conditions? A former engineer reconsiders this question. He journeys to the quiet Bavarian town of Hassfurt, when he searches in vain for a remarkable bridge built there during the 1860s. His travels then lead him to La Défense in Paris, where an ingenious structure holds a gigantic fabric cloud aloft. In La Villette he discovers the source of of a building’s delicate balance: the glass holds the steel cables, while steel in turn holds the glass.All of these ambitious structures contain the promise of a utopian future through their ability to balance immense and opposing forces. This roving travelogue forges unexpected connections with the tensions surrounding the gilets jaunes (yellow vests) protests in Paris by reframing the question: How should we look at the structures of social forces emerging in a Europe on the brink of fracture and change?

]]> Adrian Duncan talking about Tensions Structures and the connection between structure and society. http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20200524c1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20200524c1.mp3 16:46 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 24 May 2020 12:30:00 +0000 Dermot Lavery, Director of Lost Lives talks about the documentary. Lost Lives is a major cinematic film inspired by the book of the same name. Written over seven years by five journalists, it is a book that, uniquely, records the circumstances of every single death in a conflict – the Northern Irish ‘Troubles.’ There are over 3700 entries in the book. Over 3700 lost lives. Featuring high-end cinematography, an orchestral score and readings by an ensemble cast of Irish actors, including Kenneth Branagh, Brendan Gleeson, Roma Downey, Liam Neeson, Bríd Brennan and Stephen Rea, the film is a requiem. A reminder that war is hell.

]]> Dermot Lavery, Director of Lost Lives talks about the documentary. http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20200524b1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20200524b1.mp3 20:07 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 24 May 2020 12:10:00 +0000 Alan Black talk about Hot Docs responding to COVID-19 and offering a virtual festival Alan Black currently serves as Managing Director of The Hot Docs Ted Rogers Cinema and is the Director of Operations for Hot Docs. He is also co-curator of the Hot Docs Podcast Festival. Alan is an award winning filmmaker of Jackpot, Beautiful Deranged, and Strongman, which have garnered attention on the festival circuit and been broadcast in Canada and abroad. Alan has sat on the boards and advisory committees of various film and cultural organizations, has been included on many festival juries, and works as mentor and consultant on festival and theatrical strategy, operations, and audience building.

]]> Alan Black talk about Hot Docs responding to COVID-19 and offering a virtual festival http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20200524a1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20200524a1.mp3 10:00 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 24 May 2020 12:00:00 +0000 Sabine Nölke, Suzanne Drisdelle, Frank Flood, John Boylan The Ireland Canada Business Association Webinar:- Sabine Nölke ,Chargée d’ Affaires and Suzanne Drisdelle, Senior Trade Commissioner at the Canadian Embassy give an overview of how the Government of Canada has acted to minimise the impact of Covid 19 on both the economy and people of Canada.Ireland's Consul General to Vancouver, Frank Flood and John Boylan, Deputy Head of Mission, Irish Embassy Canada, Ottawa share their comments on the webinar.Frank Flood served as Ireland's Ambassador to Estonia, before taking up position in Vancouver. He has significant experience in working to promote peace and reconciliation on the island of Ireland, overseas development aid and the promotion of bilateral trade, on two assignments in Belfast, worked overseas with the United Nations Development Programme in Addis Ababa and served as Vice Consul in the Consulate General in Boston. Frank has a science and teaching background and is married with three children and one grandchild. His wife Órla Ní Bhróithe will be accompanying him on his assignment in Vancouver.John Boylan joined the Department of Foreign Affairs in 2018 having previously serve over 12 years as an Army Officer in the Irish Defence Forces from 2001-2014, followed by three years working with Greenpeace Australia Pacific in Sydney.Moving from the more hands-on experience of the Army to contributing to the formulation of foreign policy on international security and defence issues has given John a particular appreciation of the implications our strategic policy decisions have for our Defence Forces personnel on the ground. Having good contacts is an essential component of being effective in this job.His experience working with Greenpeace is alsonoteworthy, given an appreciation for understanding where civil society organisationsare coming from when it comes to discussions on security and defence matters. In developingIreland’s foreign policy, there is a responsibility to see things from a variety of perspectives before making those important policy decisions.

]]> Sabine Nölke, Suzanne Drisdelle, Frank Flood, John Boylan http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=202005171.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=202005171.mp3 58:02 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 17 May 2020 12:00:00 +0000 Socks in the Frying Pan is a multi-award winning trio from County Clare on the West coast of Ireland, the universal hub of Irish traditional music. Socks in the Frying Pan is a multi-award winning trio from County Clare on the West coast of Ireland, the universal hub of Irish traditional music. Their dynamic vocal harmonies, virtuosic musical ability and their onstage wit has captured and captivated audiences the world around. One of the most sought after groups in Irish music today, the worldwide ‘Sock Invasion’ continues!​Socks in the Frying Pan comprises of Aodán Coyne on guitar and vocals and the accomplished Hayes brothers, Shane Hayes on accordion and Fiachra Hayes on fiddle & banjo.This youthful trio blend Irish traditional melodies with their own personal flair which has gained them critical acclaim and accolades including ‘New Band of the Year’ by the Irish Music Association. The group have been embraced in the United States, having been booked by every major Irish festival and praised for their modern traditional style and energetic approach to music. They have a clear love for live performance which only compliments the traditional essence in their shows and makes for a truly unique form of entertainment.

]]> Socks in the Frying Pan is a multi-award winning trio from County Clare on the West coast of Ireland, the universal hub of Irish traditional music. http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20200510b1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20200510b1.mp3 15:22 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 10 May 2020 12:40:00 +0000 Pearse Conaty with Moderator Deirdre Giblin Updated Global Economic Outlook with Pearse Conaty, Bank of Ireland Global Markets moderated by Deirdre Giblin, ICBA Vice Chair & Director of Development, National College of Ireland..

This is part of the Ireland Canada Business Association Webinar Series.

]]> Pearse Conaty with Moderator Deirdre Giblin http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20200510a1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20200510a1.mp3 40:13 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 10 May 2020 12:00:00 +0000 Corner Boy are a group of multi-instrumentalist songwriters from the South-East of Ireland that combine contemporary and traditional music to form a distinct alt-folk sound. Corner Boy are a group of multi-instrumentalist songwriters from the South-East of Ireland that combine contemporary and traditional music to form a distinct alt-folk sound. Their acclaimed high energy live shows have lit up stages across; Europe, North America, The Middle East & Asia plus many of Ireland's largest music festivals.

In November 2018 they released the eagerly anticipated ‘Goodbye Old Holy EP’ recorded by Grammy award winning producer Ted Hutt (Old Crow Medicine Show, Dropkick Murphy’s) to widespread acclaim. Their music soundtracks in their words 'the beautiful, volatile modern world' inspired by roots music - old and new. Their debut album is expected in 2020.

‘From Trad to folk & heavy rock, matched with powerful heartfelt lyrics. A very impressive group, great things ahead for them, stadium superstars in the waiting perhaps’

- Ruth Smith, Simply Folk, RTE Radio 1, May, 2019

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]]> Corner Boy are a group of multi-instrumentalist songwriters from the South-East of Ireland that combine contemporary and traditional music to form a distinct alt-folk sound. http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20200503c1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20200503c1.mp3 12:42 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 03 May 2020 12:40:00 +0000 Martina Jensen lives in a village called Kilanerin in Wexford and is an ICU nurse working on the frontline in a major Dublin Hospital. She was very ill with Covid 19 symptoms in March and wrote a song. Martina Jensen lives in a village called Kilanerin in Wexford and is an ICU nurse working on the frontline in a major Dublin Hospital.She was very ill with Covid 19 symptoms in March and wrote a song. Her husband (Lazz Jensen) is a musician and producer and he gave her words a voice through his music. Its called “A war against the world”

Lazz Jensen (founder of Oceans of Time) started a new solo project Kilanerin that was inspired from projects like Ayreon and Avantasia. The aim of the project was to feature a variety of talented and brilliant musicians from drums, bass, guitars and piano. These artists are all successful in their own right, many will be names you will have heard before.In the past, Lazz was the vocal producer for the legendary Jørn Lande(Jorn) and made all the symphony on his album “Symphonic”A WAR AGAINST THE WORLD A strong Power Ballad about the Covid-19 pandemic with an excellent vocal by Ben Rodgers. Lazz Jensen plays all the instruments and does all the programing and mix. This is a power sing-along song most people will like even if they are into Metal or Pop.Master done by Henning Bortne at Oslo Mastering.All music and composition by Lazz Jensen Lyrics by Martina Jensen

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]]> Martina Jensen lives in a village called Kilanerin in Wexford and is an ICU nurse working on the frontline in a major Dublin Hospital. She was very ill with Covid 19 symptoms in March and wrote a song. http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20200503b1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20200503b1.mp3 17:23 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 03 May 2020 12:20:00 +0000 Billy Woods is a singer songwriter musician, composer, actor from Kells, Co. Meath. He talks about how the current pandemic is impacting his worls and how he hopes his music brings strenght to people who are sufferuing. Billy Woods is a singer songwriter musician, composer, actor from Kells, Co. Meath.He talks about how the current pandemic is impacting his worls and how he hopes his music brings strenght to people who are sufferuing.

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]]> Billy Woods is a singer songwriter musician, composer, actor from Kells, Co. Meath. He talks about how the current pandemic is impacting his worls and how he hopes his music brings strenght to people who are sufferuing. http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20200503a1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20200503a1.mp3 17:34 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 03 May 2020 12:00:00 +0000 Neil Cooney, Country Manager/SVP Canada,Enterprise Ireland, and Michael Barton, Regional Director Canada, Invest Northern Ireland shared an update on the Irish and Northern Irish response for business to COVID-19 at a recent Webinar facilitated by ICCCTO Neil Cooney, Country Manager/SVP Canada,Enterprise Ireland, and Michael Barton, Regional Director Canada, Invest Northern Ireland shared an update on the Irish and Northern Irish response for business to COVID-19 at a recent Webinar facilitated by The Irish Chamber of Commerce in Toronto.

]]> Neil Cooney, Country Manager/SVP Canada,Enterprise Ireland, and Michael Barton, Regional Director Canada, Invest Northern Ireland shared an update on the Irish and Northern Irish response for business to COVID-19 at a recent Webinar facilitated by ICCCTO http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20200426c1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20200426c1.mp3 11:00 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 26 Apr 2020 12:48:00 +0000 Michael Kerr a full-time working musician and singer/songwriter from Belfast. Michael Kerr a full-time working musician and singer/songwriter from Belfast. Whilst making a living on the local Northern Ireland circuit, Michael has been slowing building his portfolio as a singer/songwriter and he really came to the fore following the release of his 2018 EP.'Treasure Chest'. Since that release, Michael has supported artists such as Steve Earle, John Oates, Hothouse Flowers and he's also been playlisted on local commercial radio stations as well as a play on Radio 1s Introducing. Influenced by the likes of Lou Reed, Van Morrison, Paul Simon, Bruce Springsteen and Tom Petty and the Heartbreakers, his songwriting has evolved to form melody driven songs on a foundation of swelling guitars and heartfelt lyrics.

]]> Michael Kerr a full-time working musician and singer/songwriter from Belfast. http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20200426b1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20200426b1.mp3 15:25 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 26 Apr 2020 12:35:00 +0000 Kíla are an Irish folk music/world music group, originally formed in 1987 in the Irish language secondary school Coláiste Eoin in County Dublin. Kíla are an Irish folk music/world music group, originally formed in 1987 in the Irish language secondary school Coláiste Eoin in County Dublin. The band's first performance was upstairs in the Baggott Inn, Dublin, and was attended by three people. The original lineup for the band was Eoin Dillon (uilleann pipes), Colm Mac Con Iomaire (fiddle), Rossa Ó Snodaigh (whistle, bones), Rónán Ó Snodaigh (bodhrán), Karl Odlum (bass), and David Odlum (guitar). Colm Ó Snodaigh, the brother of Rónán and Rossa, joined the band before the first recordings were made. Rónán, Rossa, and Colm Ó Snodaigh are sons of publisher Pádraig Ó Snodaigh and artist Cliodna Cussen and are brothers of Irish TD, Aengus Ó Snodaigh.In 1991, Colm Mac Con Iomaire and Dave Odlum left Kíla to join The Frames, an Irish rock band. In the same year, Dee Armstrong and Eoin O'Brien joined the band as replacements. Dave Reidy also joined as a lead guitarist, though he emigrated to San Francisco a year later. Karl was then replaced by Ed Kelly on bass who emigrated to Scotland a little over a year after the recording Mind the Gap in 1994. Eoin O'Brien was replaced by Lance Hogan. Laurence O Keefe filled in temporarily on bass until Brian Hogan assumed that position prior to recording Tóg É Go Bog É.In 2003, in a review of their album Luna Park, Kíla's blend of Irish traditional music and world music with a modern rock sensibility was credited with breathing new life into contemporary Irish folk music.In 2009, Donegal guitarist Seanan Brennan joined the band to replace Lance who was on a sabbatical. He has remained with the band since then bringing an electric guitar to the line up for the first time since Eoin O'Brien was a member. He made his first appearance with Kíla in early January of that year on a televised version of Leath ina Dhiaidh a hOcht.In 2008 Kíla recorded "The Ballad of Ronnie Drew" with U2, Shane MacGowan, Glen Hansard, Damien Dempsey, The Dubliners and a host of other artists. With proceeds going to The Irish Cancer Society. The song was later included on a U2.com-only album of collaborations that U2 recorded with other artists - Duals (2012).Kíla have played at many festivals around the world, including Dún Laoghaire Festival of World Cultures, Electric Picnic, Womadelaide, Glastonbury, Féile an Dóilín, St. Chartier, Reading and Cambridge Folk Festival, Montreaux Jazz Festival and the Stockholm Water Festival. All members of the group participate in composing and arranging Kíla's songs. they have also performed at student events such as the NUIG Arts Ball in 2010, the biggest event of its kind in Ireland.2015 could be termed the 'year of the awards and nominations' for Kíla. They collaborated on the music for the Oscar nominated animated feature, Song of the Sea with Bruno Coulais. They received an Annie Awards nomination for 'Outstanding Achievement in Music in an Animated Feature Production'. They also received an Emmy nomination for their work on a Crossing The Line production called The Secret Life of the Shannon. In June Eoin Dillon left and James Mahon from Shankill took his place.

]]> Kíla are an Irish folk music/world music group, originally formed in 1987 in the Irish language secondary school Coláiste Eoin in County Dublin. http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20200426a1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20200426a1.mp3 27:02 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 26 Apr 2020 12:00:00 +0000 An isolated Ojibway First Nations reservation in Northern Ontario, Canada is the setting for “Ogoki – Call of the Wild”. It was here in the 1970s and 80’s that the Mulrooney Family, from Limerick lived for seven years. Deirdre MulrooneyAn isolated Ojibway First Nations reservation in Northern Ontario, Canada is the setting for “Ogoki – Call of the Wild”. It was here in the 1970s and 80’s that the Mulrooney Family, from Limerick lived for seven years. Over two decades later Deirdre and her mother Mary return to the reservation and hear the Ojibway community share their shocking and moving history. Featuring Pearl Achneepineshkum (nee Wenjack), telling the tragic story of her brother, Charlie Wenjack (subsequently subject of Tragically Hip October 2016 Juno award winning album “The Secret Path”). Funded by the Broadcasting Commission of Ireland, first broadcast on Newstalkfm in December 2008. Sound Supervision: John Davis Ian Adams' '67 Macleans Magazine article "The Lonely Death of Charlie Wenjack" read by Pat Laffan Interviewees: Pearl Achneepineshkum Former Chief Eli Mooniass Chief Harry Baxter Bruce Achneepineshkum Yvonne Baxter Russell Achneepineshkum Elizabeth MooniassDeirdre is Author of two books so far (Irish Moves, an illustrated history of dance and physical theatre in Ireland, and Orientalism, Orientation, and The Nomadic Work of Pina Bausch); Contributor to several books on theatre and dance; Anthologies; RTE Sunday Miscellany broadcasts; Host of Dance Ireland Podcasts, as well as multifarious Arts journalism and writing. Deirdre produces and directs her own creative documentaries including ‘Dance Emergency’ (TG4) ‘1943 – A Dance Odyssey’ (RTE), short dance film ‘Lucia Joyce: Full Capacity’, ‘TRUE NORTH’, and many more BAI-funded, commissioned, and Indie projects with her own production company ‘Out There Productions’. On top of her original academic work, teaching, broadcasting, and original feature radio documentaries, Deirdre occasionally curates exhibitions too, for example the recent ‘Mother Tongue’ at Kilkee’s Cultúrlann Sweeney. Deirdre is an inaugural UCD Creative Fellow 2019/2020.

]]> An isolated Ojibway First Nations reservation in Northern Ontario, Canada is the setting for “Ogoki – Call of the Wild”. It was here in the 1970s and 80’s that the Mulrooney Family, from Limerick lived for seven years. http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=202004191.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=202004191.mp3 56:14 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 19 Apr 2020 15:10:08 +0000 John Treacy talks about the impact of COVID-19 in West Clare John J. Treacy, Ph.D., Spanish Point, Co. Clare, ex-Irish Navy, PhD graduate from Mary Immaculate College Limerick and Project Director & Coordinator, San Marcos Project 2014.A PhD graduate in Naval History at Mary Immaculate College. His thesis was entitled ‘Irish Naval Service Operations 1946-84: Victims of Circumstance or Architects of their own decline?’ John is a History Department tutor in Mary Immaculate & also lectures in the development of Irish Naval policy at the Centre for Military History and Strategic Studies at NUI Maynooth.He has participated in naval and defence conference proceedings both nationally and internationally.Dr John Treacy, Clare County Council’s Rural Development Directorate.Dr. John Treacy of Clare County Council on the history and the origins of the local authority. Mr. Treacy is writing a book on the history of local government in Clare which is due for publication in May 2020: The story of Clare and its People - a study of the history of local government in County Clare 1570-2020.

]]> John Treacy talks about the impact of COVID-19 in West Clare http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20200412d1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20200412d1.mp3 15:50 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 12 Apr 2020 12:45:00 +0000 Ursula Ledwith is based in Athlone and was involved with Athlione Community Radio for a number of years. Ursula shares her reflections and thoughts on how the current pandemic effects her life and those around her. Ursula Ledwith is based in Athlone and was involved with Athlione Community Radio for a number of years. Ursula shares her reflections and thoughts on how the current pandemic effects her life and those around her.

]]> Ursula Ledwith is based in Athlone and was involved with Athlione Community Radio for a number of years. Ursula shares her reflections and thoughts on how the current pandemic effects her life and those around her. http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20200412c1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20200412c1.mp3 10:59 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 12 Apr 2020 12:30:00 +0000 Tom Mannion is a Sports Physio and a musician and has been impacted professionally and personally by the COVID 19 pandemic. Tom is based in Athlone, Co Westmeath and shares his reactions and thoughts on the current situation. Tom Mannion is a Sports Physio and a musician and has been impacted professionally and personally by the COVID 19 pandemic. Tom is based in Athlone, Co Westmeath and shares his reactions and thoughts on the current situation.

]]> Tom Mannion is a Sports Physio and a musician and has been impacted professionally and personally by the COVID 19 pandemic. Tom is based in Athlone, Co Westmeath and shares his reactions and thoughts on the current situation. http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20200412b1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20200412b1.mp3 13:21 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 12 Apr 2020 12:15:00 +0000 Dermot Ronaldson is a Dublin based Physcotherapist who provides counselling with the Probation Service, the homeless community and also addiction counselling. Dermot Ronaldson is a Dublin based Physcotherapist who provides counselling with the Probation Service, the homeless community and also addiction counselling. His clientelle is very seriously impacted by the current pandemic and continued access to services presents particular challenges.

]]> Dermot Ronaldson is a Dublin based Physcotherapist who provides counselling with the Probation Service, the homeless community and also addiction counselling. http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20200412a1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20200412a1.mp3 13:36 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 12 Apr 2020 12:00:00 +0000 In conversations with Singer, Author, Songwriter (The Voyage) Johnny Duhan Johnny Duhan·s songs are performed worldwide in a variety of languages, thanks to the focus put on them by Irish folk and traditional singers, including Christy Moore, The Dubliners, Dolores Keane and hosts of others. His song The Voyage has become a modern classic. Hot Press magazine editor, Niall Stokes, has predicted that The Voyage will be around centuries from now, after most popular songs of our time are long forgotten. Christy Moore has termed Johnny ·One of our greatest songwriters.· And the late Ronnie Drew described him as ·one of my favourite songwriters·. Sylvie Simmons (author of Leonard Cohen·s biography I·m Your Man) had this to say about part one of Johnny·s autobiography, There is a Time: ·When I started to read it I couldn·t put it down.· After reading a chapter from part 2, The Voyage, Eoghan Harris wrote: ·I read it over a cup of coffee that went cold as I could not stop to sip.·

]]> In conversations with Singer, Author, Songwriter (The Voyage) Johnny Duhan http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=202005041.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=202005041.mp3 47:38 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 05 Apr 2020 12:00:00 +0000 Ryan McMullan from Portaferry, a small seaside town in Northern Ireland, the 25 year old is a fresh new talent on the singer/songwriter scene. Ryan McMullan’s talent is a rare jewel in the crown of the current popular music scene. With a voice raw with story telling and filled with rich and varied tones, Ryan’s youth clearly doesn't deter from his ability to communicate story and emotion. Home to the likes of Foy Vance and Iain Archer, Northern Ireland is and always has been a hub of song writing talent. Ryan McMullan is no exception.Hailing from Portaferry, a small seaside town in Northern Ireland, the 25 year old is a fresh new talent on the singer/songwriter scene. With a voice reminiscent of Paolo Nutini and early Tom Waits, Ryan has been putting in the necessary graft in local pubs for a number of years. With hugely successful recent support shows with Foy Vance and American alt-country rockers NEEDTOBREATHE, Ryan is fast gaining a reputation as an exciting talent. His debut EP Listen gives a taste of his musical ability and has been well received on these recent tours.His voice and potential has recently caught the attention of other singer songwriters also born out of the grass roots Northern Ireland music scene. With their backing, Ryan’s craft of songwriting being harnessed and endorsed by some of the music industries biggest names (Gary Lightbody), Ryan’s future is certainly set to be a bright one.

]]> Ryan McMullan from Portaferry, a small seaside town in Northern Ireland, the 25 year old is a fresh new talent on the singer/songwriter scene. http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20200329c1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20200329c1.mp3 15:23 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 29 Mar 2020 12:40:00 +0000 JigJam members are all multi-instrumentalists, JigJam interchange between banjos, guitars, fiddles, mandolins and double bass onstage which creates an experience which is pleasing to both the eye and the ear. JigJam are a multi-award winning quartet from the heart of the midlands in Ireland. Blending the best of traditional Irish music with Bluegrass and Americana in a new genre which has been branded as ‘I-Grass’ (Irish influenced Bluegrass), their onstage energy along with their virtuosic musical ability has captivated audiences throughout the world.Jamie McKeogh, Cathal Guinan and Daithi Melia all hail from Tullamore, Co.Offaly with Co. Tipperary born Gavin Strappe completing the quartet. All four members grew up immersed in Irish traditional music and culture which is reflected by the band collectively achieving over twenty All-Ireland titles at Fleadh Cheoil na hÉireann competitions. They have now developed their own unique style of music influenced by American Folk music whilst staying true to their Irish roots. Described as ‘The best Irish group so far in bluegrass’ this sharply dressed outfit deliver an energy-fuelled, foot-stomping live performance. All multi-instrumentalists, JigJam interchange between banjos, guitars, fiddles, mandolins and double bass onstage which creates an experience which is pleasing to both the eye and the ear.JigJam have recorded two studio albums (OH BOY! 2014 & HELLO WORLD 2016) to critical acclaim as well as a live album (LIVE IN TULLAMORE 2017).They have made a huge impact on the Irish American circuit performing as a headline act at all the major festivals including the world-renowned Tellruide Bluegrass Festival and Milwaukee Irish Fest as well as touring various parts of the UK and Europe.

]]> JigJam members are all multi-instrumentalists, JigJam interchange between banjos, guitars, fiddles, mandolins and double bass onstage which creates an experience which is pleasing to both the eye and the ear. http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20200329b1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20200329b1.mp3 15:45 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 29 Mar 2020 12:21:00 +0000 Dave Rooney of The Black Donnellys on their pursuit of the American Dream and a Guinness World Record. An Irish story: This is my home Pursuing the American Dream in an RV, The Black Donnellys (Dave Rooney and Dave Browne) embark on an adventure to set a Guinness World Record, playing 60 shows in all 50 US states in just 35 days. These rambunctious guitar-slinging, pint-drinking Irish immigrants connect with fans through music on an emotional whirlwind road trip full of friendship, original music, and laughter.Join The Black Donnellys on their pursuit of the American Dream and a Guinness World Record. An Irish story: This is my home

]]> Dave Rooney of The Black Donnellys on their pursuit of the American Dream and a Guinness World Record. An Irish story: This is my home http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20200329a1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20200329a1.mp3 15:28 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 29 Mar 2020 12:00:00 +0000 Siobhán O’Brien is writing music for the risk takers of this world. Certainly a woman who made the trek from Ireland to America, with only two suitcases in hand, to be a full-time songwriter knows a thing or two about risk. Dubbed “a voice the world should hear” by Paddy Moloney (The Chieftains), Siobhán O’Brien is writing music for the risk takers of this world. Certainly a woman who made the trek from Ireland to America, with only two suitcases in hand, to be a full-time songwriter knows a thing or two about risk.It’s a common narrative for songwriters to chronicle their journey towards self-discovery but O’Brien does it in a manner that is so relatable, it’s as if she wrote these songs for you alone. Perhaps it’s the exquisite tension in her voice, the authenticity in her lyrics, or the magnetic presence on stage that garnered a generation of admirers ranging from Bob Dylan to Leonard Cohen but the folk-rock songwriter has only just begun to tell her story.As a fourth generation Irish musician, music runs in O’Brien’s blood but in 2017, America called to her as the place she wanted to lay down music roots of her own. Within 5 weeks of living in the States she had secured an opening slot at the acclaimed Birchmere Music Hall (for English songwriter, Nick Lowe) and had been awarded a coveted spot in the Folk-DJ Showcase at North East Regional Folk Alliance (NERFA) by Mary Cliff ( Renowned Folk Radio DJ for 40 years). When she began searching for recording studios for her next album, there was only one city that, as a spinning vinyl stuck on repeat, kept calling to her: Austin. It was in the star city that she met her co-producers, John Bush and Matt Hubbard, drummer and keyboardist for Edie Brickell & The New Bohemians, and recorded her third album “You Can’t Run Out Of Love”.When asked what she hopes her listeners will take away from her 3rd album “You Can’t Run Out Of Love” (out January 2020), O’Brien  says: “I hope they take away a positive vibe , I hope it's an uplifting experience"  Life is for  living. It’s in the community you build. That’s what I want  supporters of my music  to take away from this new record.”O’Brien’s “You Can’t Run Out Of Love” is an indie alternative folk blend of Joan Baez, Brandi Carlile, and Joni Mitchell. On June 7th 2019, she reached her Kickstarter goal and has used those $$$ to fund a PR/social media and Radio Campaign to maximise  this new record's chances. The 1st Single The King's Fool is out on January 17th to coincide with the Full Band Record Release at 'The Towsend Listening Room' in Austin, Texas.

]]> Siobhán O’Brien is writing music for the risk takers of this world. Certainly a woman who made the trek from Ireland to America, with only two suitcases in hand, to be a full-time songwriter knows a thing or two about risk. http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20200322c1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20200322c1.mp3 5:06 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 22 Mar 2020 12:50:00 +0000 Leahy, Turmel, Schryer and their musical heritage and collaborations. Erin LeahyThis Canadian musician, composer, and arranger has earned a reputation for her exceptional talent and versatility.  She is a powerhouse on the piano with a foundation in traditional, Celtic, ragtime, and classical music.  Erin also plays violin with the same command, using its voice to illuminate her compositions and arrangements.  Making music that draws from her roots, Erin also incorporates contemporary influences resulting in a seamless fusion of musical styles.  Her sound is original and highlights the intimate relationship between the piano and violin.

Louis SchryerMulti-award winning Canadian champion, Louis Schryer is one of Canada’s most respected and sought out fiddle players. Passion flows through his instrument with a soulful touch and exhilarating  spontaneity during every performance. He is the only 8 time Canadian Fiddle Champion and the only one to hold the title of 4 time Grand Masters Fiddle Champion.

 

Timi TurmelComing from Sherbrooke, QC, Timi grew up in a family of musicians. He learned to play the accordion at age 5 and has performed all over Quebec at folk galas, traditional music festivals, and competitions. At 15, he won the prestigious “Champion of 1 Row Accordion”title in the contest “Folklore en Fête” of Thetford Mines, Quebec.

]]> Leahy, Turmel, Schryer and their musical heritage and collaborations. http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20200322b1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20200322b1.mp3 15:01 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 22 Mar 2020 12:35:00 +0000 The John Byrne Band is led by former Patrick's Head front man and Dublin native John Byrne. Their debut album, After the Wake, was released to critical acclaim on both sides of the Atlantic in 2010. The John Byrne Band is as much at home in a traditional session at a corner bar as it is in larger venues/festivals and opening for national acts. John has toured with and opened up for acts as diverse as The Hothouse Flowers, The Young Dubliners, Ian Gillan (of Deep Purple), Patti Smyth, Gaelic Storm, Finbar Furey, Luka Bloom, Lunasa, Dervish, The Saw Doctors, The Screaming Orphans, The Greencards and Enter the Haggis. He has also been frequently featured on WXPN, NBC 10 WSTW and local College Radio. In Fall, 2012, John and the Band performed with The Irish Tenors for the Liberty Medal Presentation at the National Constitution Center in Philadelphia before President Bill Clinton and former British Prime Minister Tony Blair.John and the band continue to tour the country and play to devoted audiences in the Tri-State area (PA, NJ, DE) as an acoustic 4-piece featuring banjo, fiddle/cello, guitars and bodhran, and as a 7 piece that adds drums, bass and accordion to its lineup.

]]> The John Byrne Band is led by former Patrick's Head front man and Dublin native John Byrne. Their debut album, After the Wake, was released to critical acclaim on both sides of the Atlantic in 2010. http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20200322a1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20200322a1.mp3 28:17 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 22 Mar 2020 12:00:00 +0000 A visit to the Irish Cultural Museum of New Orleans will leave you with a truly new perspective and appreciation for the history of this beautifully complex city. The Irish Cultural Museum of New Orleans has as its mission statement to devote resources to educate and create public awareness among locals, tourists, and others of the contributions Ireland, her people, and their culture have made to New Orleans since its colonial beginnings. We strive to promote knowledge and appreciation of the history of New Orleans, her Irish heritage and culture, and the present day Irish-American community. We support causes and organizations with similar ambitions who actively engage in benefiting society by promoting unity, friendship, and Christian charity.

A visit to the Irish Cultural Museum of New Orleans will leave you with a truly new perspective and appreciation for the history of this beautifully complex city. You will learn the untold history and stories of the Irish adventurers, soldiers, mercenaries, priests, entrepreneurs, philanthropists, public servants and others who found there niche here and who have left us with their spirit, their accomplishments, their culture, and their ancestors; all of which define the Irish New Orleanian today.

 

 

 

]]> A visit to the Irish Cultural Museum of New Orleans will leave you with a truly new perspective and appreciation for the history of this beautifully complex city. http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=202003151.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=202003151.mp3 58:05 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 15 Mar 2020 12:00:00 +0000 Paul Gault elected to formally pursue a longstanding passion for wine and is now a recognized Accredited Sommelier with a WSET Level 3 recognition in Wine and WSET Level 1 recognition in Saké. Founder and Chief Somm, Paul Gault, is a former Corporate Executive with over 25 years experience developing/implementing successful "Direct-to-Consumer" Sales, Retention, Operational and Marketing campaigns. Upon leaving the corporate world Paul elected to formally pursue a longstanding passion for wine and is now a recognized Accredited Sommelier with a WSET Level 3 recognition in Wine and WSET Level 1 recognition in Saké.

Encompassing all four main adult beverage categories, Somm4All draws upon the knowledge, integrity and professionalism of its team members in promoting an entertaining and spirited environment for clients to both taste and learn.

All of our team members are Sommeliers with up-to-date SmartServe certification and who all share the same passion, professionalism and commitment to exceeding client expectations.

Based in the Ottawa area, Somm4All services are available within the confines of Greater Ottawa as well as within the extended Eastern Ontario region (the Glengarry/Hawksebury to Bancroft/Trenton corridor).

]]> Paul Gault elected to formally pursue a longstanding passion for wine and is now a recognized Accredited Sommelier with a WSET Level 3 recognition in Wine and WSET Level 1 recognition in Saké. http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20200308d1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20200308d1.mp3 13:19 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 08 Mar 2020 13:45:00 +0000 John P Kelly Director It is 1936, and harvest time in County Donegal. In a house just outside the village of Ballybeg live the five Mundy sisters. In this extraordinary play, we meet these correct Catholic women at the time of the festival of Lughnasa, which celebrates the pagan god of the harvest with drunken revelry and dancing. The man of the house – seven year old Michael – finally meets his elderly uncle, a priest, returning after serving for twenty-five years as a missionary in a Ugandan leper colony, and watches as music from the radio transforms his mother and aunts into shrieking, stomping banshees in their own kitchen. And in the same two days, who should turn up but Michael’s father, a charming Welsh drifter who strolls up the lane and sweeps his mother away in an elegant dance across the fields.

“…this play does exactly what theatre was born to do, carrying both its characters and audience aloft on those waves of distant music and ecstatic release that, in defiance of all language and logic, let us dance and dream just before night must fall.”—NY Times.

Winner of the 1992 Tony Award for Best Play, the Outer Critics Circle Award for Best Broadway Play and the New York Drama Critics Circle Award for Best Play, Dancing at Lughnasa is widely regarded as Brian Friel’s masterpiece.

]]> John P Kelly Director http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20200308c1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20200308c1.mp3 11:42 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 08 Mar 2020 13:40:00 +0000 Mary Ellen Callaghan talking about the Benevolent Irish Society of PEI and their production of the Jimmy Keary play - “The Two Loves of Gabriel Foley” In March of 2020, for the second year in a row, the Social Committee of the Benevolent Irish Society are featuring a much-loved Charlottetown tradition, the St. Patrick’s Week Play. For many older islanders, the St. Patrick’s Week Play is a happy memory of growing up in Charlottetown in the 1940 – 1980-time frame. It signalled the end of winter and was much anticipated as a “do not miss” event. The next time you are at the BIS in the Katherine Hughes Memorial Hall, please take a minute to look at the pictures on the wall on the right of the stage. Featured there you will see a few pictures of previous productions, from as far back as 1894, which were staged by the BIS at a number of venues in Charlottetown. The 2020 play called “The Two Loves of Gabriel Foley” is a three-act comedy that is currently being staged all over the world due to popular demand. The story takes place in a small central Ireland town in County Westmeath in the early 1990’s. A local farmer, middle-aged Gabriel Foley who is unmarried and considers himself unlucky at love, has come to the realization that he will not be having a family if he doesn’t make some serious changes in his life and make them soon. The story takes on some hilarious twists when Gabriel takes questionable “courting advice” from his married best friend Liam Gavigan. Gabriel’s mother Aggie lives with him and is constantly reminding him that she despairs of ever having any grandchildren to spoil. Gabriel joins the local Theatre Group as a way to meet a potential wife and the fun begins. The play brings to the stage many of the elements that make a play interesting. It contains comedy, unresolved romance, elder vs youth values, local gossip, interfering relatives, ulterior motives, a love triangle, etc. This is indeed a very good high comedy.

]]> Mary Ellen Callaghan talking about the Benevolent Irish Society of PEI and their production of the Jimmy Keary play - “The Two Loves of Gabriel Foley” http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20200308b1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20200308b1.mp3 8:51 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 08 Mar 2020 13:20:00 +0000 Jimmy Keary from outside Mullingar talks about his career as a playwrite Biography:1958: Born in Corrydonlon, Rathowen, Co. Westmeath1970: I began writing detective/adventure stories for my own amusement. Over the following six and a half years, I wrote over 100 stories.1977: Made my acting debut in a production of ‘Drama At Inish’ at St. Patrick’s College, Maynooth1980: Joined Rathowen Amateur Dramatic Society (RADS)1981: Had my first comedy sketch,’Father of the Bride’ performed in a variety concert in Rathowen.1985-86: Wrote sketches and one-liners for the RTE variety series, ‘Davis At Large’1997: First one-act play, ‘Looking For Love’ performed in the Bog Lane Theatre, Ballymahon2000: First three-act play ‘The Maiden Aunt’ premiered in Killala, Co. Mayo2000-2018: I have written 21 three-act comedies.2018:’Mammy’s Boy’ was staged in Chicago by the Gaelic Park Players and was also staged at the Acting Irish International Theatre Festival in Calgary, Canada.My last three-act comedy, ‘A Fish Out Of Water’ was premiered in Mallow, Co. Cork by On Q Productions in November 2018. It was one of 40 productions of my plays on stage last year.I have just written a new three-act comedy – my 22nd – which is called ‘For Love And Money’.

]]> Jimmy Keary from outside Mullingar talks about his career as a playwrite http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20200308a1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20200308a1.mp3 21:47 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 08 Mar 2020 13:00:00 +0000 Jane Cory & Kyle Burghout Canadian fiddle champions Jane Cory and Kyle Burghout have been performing for over a decade, and have played to audiences across Canada, the USA, and Europe.  Both growing up in areas with rich fiddling traditions—Jane in Manitoba and Kyle in the Ottawa Valley—their shows feature a blend of the traditional tunes they grew up playing and contemporary tunes written by fiddlers from across Canada and beyond, including many compositions of their own. Jane & Kyle also draw on their background in classical music to create lush harmonies and exciting arrangements, ranging from lyrical waltzes and airs to toe-tapping jigs and reels.  Jane & Kyle perform with Cape Breton pianist Tyson Chen and with 5x Canadian Open Step Dance Champion and guitarist Kyle Waymouth. All four musicians are also available to lead workshops in fiddle/piano/guitar/step dance.

]]> Jane Cory & Kyle Burghout http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20200301c1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20200301c1.mp3 10:55 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 01 Mar 2020 13:46:00 +0000 Pat Fitzpatrick - Author. It’s time for a new take on the Cork vs Dublin rivalry. Cork is more kefir cocktails than Tanora these days; Dublin reckons it’s like Berlin because it has two intersecting tram lines. It’s time for a new take on  the Cork vs Dublin rivalry. Cork is more kefir cocktails than Tanora these days; Dublin reckons it’s like Berlin because it has two intersecting tram lines.This book takes a 21st century look at the two places, asking who’s got the better statues, food, airport, characters, pubs, views and more, answering Cork every time.The second city gets a bit of a roasting too though. Because if there’s one thing worse than a Dub, it’s a Cork person who reckons he lives in paradise, boy.

]]> Pat Fitzpatrick - Author. It’s time for a new take on the Cork vs Dublin rivalry. Cork is more kefir cocktails than Tanora these days; Dublin reckons it’s like Berlin because it has two intersecting tram lines. http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20200301b1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20200301b1.mp3 17:43 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 01 Mar 2020 13:30:00 +0000 Comedian Dara O'Briain about his career and first Canadian tour. Dara Ó Briain is one of the UK & Ireland’s favourite stand-up comedians and television presenters. He is best known for hosting Mock The Week, Robot Wars, Three Men in a Boat, Dara and Ed’s Great Big Adventure, Stargazing Live, Dara Ó Briain’s Science Club, and the documentary Dara Ó Briain Meets Stephen Hawking, all on BBC Television. He also currently hosts Comedy Central’s hit gameshow Blockbusters. His latest show, Voice of Reason, has been performed across the globe, touring in the UK & Ireland, Scandinavia, mainland Europe, Australia and the Middle East.Dara started his career in television as a children’s presenter on RTÉ whilst performing his first stand-up gigs on the Irish comedy circuit, after studying at University College, Dublin, where he read Mathematical Physics.Dara came to prominence in Ireland as host of topical panel show Don’t Feed the Gondolas. He had to leave the show midway through its fifth season in order to perform at the Adelaide and Melbourne comedy festivals.Dara later co-founded the television production company Happy Endings Productions, whose most famous show in Ireland is The Panel. The show became one of the most talked about shows in Ireland and was twice nominated for the Best Entertainment show IFTA (Irish Film & Television Award). His big break in UK television came in 2003 when he became host of BBC Two’s The Live Floor Show. This led to an appearance as guest – and, ultimately, four appearances as guest host of – the popular news quiz, Have I Got News for You. By this time, he had moved to the UK and was working on the British circuit full-time.Dara has hosted eighteen successful series of the comedy panel game Mock the Week for BBC television, and recently hosted BBC Two’s reboot of Robot Wars. He also hosted BBC Two’s The Apprentice: You’re Fired for three years.Other notable television work sees Dara as an integral member of the Three Men in a Boat, alongside Griff Rhys Jones and Rory McGrath. In 2007 Dara fronted the BBC comedy interview programme Turn Back Time and, since 2011, co-hosted BBC One’s astronomical show Stargazing Live alongside Professor Brian Cox.Dara is also one of the most sought-after award show hosts in Britain, and regularly hosts the BAFTA Games Awards.Dara tours regularly, and has performed shows all over world, from Moscow to Sydney, Tromsø to Malta, and has recorded five live DVD’s for Universal Pictures. He also holds the record for the most appearances in a year for Dublin’s legendary Vicar Street.Dara released the bestselling book Tickling The English in 2009, and more recently his non-fiction children’s book about space, Beyond The Sky, was nominated for Best Book with Facts at the 2018 Blue Peter Brook Awards. In 2018 Dara wrote the follow up book, Secret Science – The Amazing World Beyond your Eyes, which was received with great critical acclaim.

]]> Comedian Dara O'Briain about his career and first Canadian tour. http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20200301a1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20200301a1.mp3 22:15 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 01 Mar 2020 13:00:00 +0000 Director Adam Low Born into a farming family in rural Northern Ireland, Seamus Heaney became the finest poet of his generation and winner of the Nobel Prize in Literature in 1995, but his career coincided with one of the bloodiest political upheavals of the 20th century, the Troubles in Northern Ireland. Six years after Heaney’s death in 2013, his wife Marie and his children talk about their family life and read some of the poems he wrote for them, and for the first time his four brothers remember their childhood and the shared experiences that inspired many of his finest poems.

]]> Director Adam Low http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20200223d1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20200223d1.mp3 12:10 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 23 Feb 2020 13:45:00 +0000 Director Shelly Love With a 100% rating on Rotten Tomatoes, you can’t miss this hilarious Northern Ireland comedy. After a one night stand Pamela, a divorced mother of one, is surprised to find that she is pregnant again – an event she was told could not happen. As her daughter Allegra tries to deal with the fact she has a new sibling on the way, her social life takes an interesting turn.

]]> Director Shelly Love http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20200223c1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20200223c1.mp3 13:00 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 23 Feb 2020 13:30:00 +0000 Director Neasa Hardiman Based on his own short stories and adapted for screen by Irish playwright, Kevin Barry. If you’re going to get involved with men in the town of Dromord, they might as well be Mannions – and Sara is involved with them up to her neck. She’s married to Daddy Mannion, who is more than 20 years her senior and who more or less owns and runs the town. But her first love is his estranged son, Doggy Mannion, who is by now a criminal recluse living in the woods outside the town. Then there’s the younger brother, Martin Mannion, a small-town Lothario and failing chicken farmer, and yes, Sara has just got involved with him too. As a result of this tangled erotic web, jealousy is rife in Dromord, and it’s flinging out its spears in all directions. The Mannion men have been set at each other, their long truce cannot hold, and serious violence is threatened – will we get through the next few days without bloodshed?

]]> Director Neasa Hardiman http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20200223b1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20200223b1.mp3 16:11 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 23 Feb 2020 13:15:00 +0000 Director Ian Fitzgibbon Based on his own short stories and adapted for screen by Irish playwright, Kevin Barry. If you’re going to get involved with men in the town of Dromord, they might as well be Mannions – and Sara is involved with them up to her neck. She’s married to Daddy Mannion, who is more than 20 years her senior and who more or less owns and runs the town. But her first love is his estranged son, Doggy Mannion, who is by now a criminal recluse living in the woods outside the town. Then there’s the younger brother, Martin Mannion, a small-town Lothario and failing chicken farmer, and yes, Sara has just got involved with him too. As a result of this tangled erotic web, jealousy is rife in Dromord, and it’s flinging out its spears in all directions. The Mannion men have been set at each other, their long truce cannot hold, and serious violence is threatened – will we get through the next few days without bloodshed?

]]> Director Ian Fitzgibbon http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20200223a1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20200223a1.mp3 13:28 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 23 Feb 2020 13:00:00 +0000 Andy Hillhouse Since the early 1990s, Andy Hillhouse has had a varied career in music. including as a touring bandleader in the Anglo-Celtic music world, a choral director, a music and culture scholar, and now a festival organizer.As a musician he toured North America and Europe through the 1990s as founder and manager of the folk rock/funk band Mad Pudding. Since 2000 he has toured with several of the Celtic music scene’s most respected and exciting acoustic musicians, including west coast innovative fiddler Zavellennahh Huscroft, champion Canadian fiddler Pierre Schryer, Irish flute player Nuala Kennedy, and Juno winners The McDades. His first solo CD, “Passages,” was released in May of this year and has an underlying theme of travel and transformation, alternating between traditional music, original songwriting, and song interpretations. He currently performs in duo with masterful fiddler Mark Sullivan and is the Artistic and Executive Director of the Harrison Festival of the Arts.  Andy is also a respected teacher and workshop facilitator, and has taught Celtic guitar backup and vocal workshops at Puget Sound Guitar Workshop, Georgia Straight Guitar Workshop, Saltspring Fiddle Camp, Sunshine Coast Summer School of Celtic Music, Algoma Trad, and others. He is former director of the Universal Gospel Choir, the Sarah McLachlan Music Outreach Choir, and holds a PhD in Ethnomusicology from the University of Toronto.

]]> Andy Hillhouse http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20200216d1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20200216d1.mp3 1:14 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 16 Feb 2020 13:50:00 +0000 Antoinette O'Brien of Clare Heritage and Genealogy Centre. Established in 1982, the Clare Heritage and Genealogy Centre at Church Street, Corofin, Co. Clare was the brainchild of a truly remarkable and acclaimed Clareman, the late Dr. Naoise Cleary. The idea took shape in the 1970s when Naoise undertook the task of indexing the local Baptismal and Marriage records so that the Parish Priest might more conveniently cope with an increasing load of enquiries from people overseas of Corofin ancestry. It was a time when people everywhere were becoming interested in their roots and like everybody else, Clare people abroad were seeking information about their forbears. As the work progressed Dr. Cleary discovered that bound up in the musty records was a vast store of Genealogical information for which there was not only a growing demand, but a yearning even, from people whose origins were in Ireland. He quickly became struck with the idea that, if properly collated and indexed for each of the 47 parishes throughout Co. Clare, this information had the potential to be turned into a very marketable product.With this first step and a fortuitous collaboration with ANCO, the Youth Training Organisation, began the painstaking task of transcribing approximately 500,000 individual Baptismal entries up to the year 1900, sorting them and reconstituting the various families in each parish. Next came the Marriage Records followed by gleanings from Birth, Death and Marriage notices in the Clare Journal and other newspapers. Indexes of the Tithe Applotment Land Records (1820’s), the Griffith Valuation Land Records (1855), the 1901 and 1911 Census, convict records covering all of Ireland, the gravestone inscriptions from more than 100 graveyards in Mid and North Clare, and literally every known source from which useful Genealogical data relevant to Co. Clare could be extracted.All this work took place in St. Catherine’s Church which, after its closure in 1974, had been kindly donated by the Representative Church Body to the local community for use for cultural purposes. Again with remarkable foresight Dr. Cleary decided to use this attractive space to accommodate a thematic presentation of the material and folk aspects of Irish life in the period covered by the genealogical records. And so for the first time people of Clare ancestry throughout the world would find on their visits to the homeland, not only the written records relating to their kinsfolk, but a true-to-life presentation of the material and spiritual folk-life of the Ireland which their forbears had left behind.The effects of this remarkable Genealogical and Heritage enterprise were instantaneous and thus began a remarkable interaction between Co. Clare and its scattered Diaspora, a dialogue which has been maintained to the present day.The increase in demand for the Genealogical service at Corofin, with more and more visitors calling each year led to further development and in 1992 a new purpose-built centre was completed. The Interpretative Museum, however, remained in St. Catherine’s Church, the two buildings constituting a remarkable campus for those wishing to experience a truly-authentic portrayal of 18th and 19th Clare and, by extension, that of Ireland in general and its remarkable emigration story.

]]> Antoinette O'Brien of Clare Heritage and Genealogy Centre. http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20200216c1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20200216c1.mp3 24:40 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 16 Feb 2020 13:25:00 +0000 Dubliner Ronan Cordelle and his efforts to introduce the CPL to Barrie ON If you’re a soccer fan in the city who has been craving more footy, there's a push being made by a Barrie group hoping to make the local pitch scream.The Kempenfelt Crew is a soccer supporters' group being run by Dubliner Ronan Cordelle, a 39-year-old soccer fan who believes that, with a significant population base in Barrie, there should be a successful professional club here.“Getting a team into League 1 would be so fantastic and such a huge honour,” said Cordelle. “That’s not to say we couldn’t get a team in the Canadian Premier League (CPL) someday, but to start in League 1 would help grow the game here in Barrie and add such a fun fanbase.”League 1 Ontario is a is a semi-professional men's and women's soccer loop in the province and is sanctioned by the Canadian Soccer Association (CSA) and the Ontario Soccer Association (OSA) as a Division III league in the Canadian soccer league system.The league began in 2014 with 10 teams and the 2019 season will have 16 teams in the men's division and 14 teams in the women's division.Teams are based many places, including London, Vaughn, the Toronto area and Ottawa.The CPL held its inaugural season this year with seven teams competing from B.C., Alberta, Ontario, Manitoba and Nova Scotia. The Hamilton Forge were the first squad to win the league championship.“The creation of the CPL really got the ball rolling for me,” said Cordelle. “Seeing the organization of the league and the fans in those communities who made the atmosphere so fun, it made me think that we could definitely do this and create the buzz in Barrie that soccer can bring.” (BarrieToday)

]]> Dubliner Ronan Cordelle and his efforts to introduce the CPL to Barrie ON http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20200216b1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20200216b1.mp3 11:36 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 16 Feb 2020 13:15:00 +0000 Maureen Lukie Many Young Men of TwentyBy John B. KeaneDirected by Gregory Breen and Tim O'Connell at Toronto Irish Players The Story:Though written in the early 1960s, Keane's character-driven play is just as relevant today: issues of emigration, alcoholism, status of women, and politics (nepotism) are dealt with in spirited and humorous ways. Follow Danger Mullaly, Peg Finnerty, Tom Hannigan, and other characters in Hannigan's pub as they see prospective emigrants passing through on their way to the train station to begin their journey to England. Woven throughout with music, ballads, and songs, the play takes an often poignant and funny look at the harsh conditions that forced people to emigrate in the early 1960’s, as well as the reasons that kept people at home.

]]> Maureen Lukie http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20200216a1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20200216a1.mp3 9:17 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 16 Feb 2020 13:00:00 +0000 In 2018 Liz Doherty was appointed to the Culture Ireland Expert Advisory Committee. Liz Doherty, traditional Irish fiddle player and renowned teacher, imparts what is best about Irish music - sheer fun and joy! She brings to her playing an exuberantenergy that is rhythmical and powerful.In 2018 Liz Doherty was appointed to the Culture Ireland Expert Advisory Committee.

Winner of Ulster Universty Students' Union 'Inspirational Teacher of the Year Award' (2017). Liz currently holds the post of Irish Traditional Music Lecturer at the School of  Arts and Humanities at Ulster University in Derry. Liz graduated from University College Cork with a BMus in 1991.Following the re-location of Professor Mícheál Ó Súilleabháin to Limerick in 1994 she took up the position of Irish Traditional Music lecturer at University College Cork and taught there until 2001. She has taught courses at Cape Breton University, Canada and at Marshall University, West Virginia where she was the Edwards Distinguished Visiting Professor of the Arts in 2001. She has been and continues to be associated with various universities and institutions as a supervisor, examiner and guest tutor; these include the University of Limerick, Dundalk Institute of Technology, RSAMD, Scotland and Instituto Universitario de Estudios Irlandeses, Amergin, La Coruna, Spain.Her own PhD research combines her performance and academic interests with the fiddle music of Cape Breton Island, Nova Scotia being the topic of her 1996 doctoral dissertation, The Paradox of the Periphery: Evolution of the Cape Breton Fiddle Tradition c. 1928-1995. Her on-going research in this area has culminated in the publication of The Cape Breton Fiddle Companion in 2015 (Cape Breton University Press).Other publications include A practical introduction to styles from England, Ireland, Scotland, and Wales (ed. Jane Griffiths) (Oxford University Press, 2015) and Dinny McLaughlin: From Barefoot Days (Druid Publications, 2005); she co-edited Ethnomusicology Ireland (ICTM Ireland’s online journal) with Tony Langlois (2015) and Crosbhealach an Cheoil/The Crossroad Conference 1 and 2 with Fintan Vallely et. al.. She has also contributed various articles to the The Encyclopaedia of Music in Ireland (Gill & Macmillan, 2013), The Encyclopaedia of Ireland, (Gill & Macmillan, 2003) and The Companion to Irish Traditional Music (Cork University Press, 2011, 1999)and has presented and published numerous papers and keynote addresses on Cape Breton music and on                                                                                                 topics related to Irish music, the arts and funding and injury prevention for traditional musicians. (the Safe Trad project)

]]> In 2018 Liz Doherty was appointed to the Culture Ireland Expert Advisory Committee. http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20200209b1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20200209b1.mp3 19:26 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 09 Feb 2020 13:40:00 +0000 Kevin Mallon studied at Chetham’s School of Music, Manchester’s Royal Northern College of Music & at Dartington College of Arts, studying composition with Peter Maxwell Davies, conducting with John Eliot Gardiner, singing & specializing in baroque violin. Conductor Kevin Mallon was brought up in Belfast, Northern Ireland. He studied at Chetham’s School of Music, Manchester’s Royal Northern College of Music and at Dartington College of Arts, studying composition with Peter Maxwell Davies, conducting with John Eliot Gardiner, singing and specializing in baroque violin.He became concert-master with Le Concert Spirituel and Les Arts Florissants in Paris and led and directed The Irish Baroque Orchestra before moving to Canada to take up posts with Tafelmusik Baroque Orchestra and the University of Toronto, (positions he left to pursue his conducting career). In 1999 he founded the instrumental and vocal group the Aradia Ensemble, with whom he has toured widely, and become conductor of the Toronto Chamber Orchestra and has made over 50 recordings for Naxos. Many of these recordings have won international awards- Gramophone Editors Choice Awards, Penguin Guide Rosettes and a nomination for a Juno Award.With Toronto’s Opera in Concert he has conducted ten baroque and classical operas. From 2004-2008, he was Artistic Director of the Irish company–Opera 2005; his seventh production with them being Verdi’s Ballo in Maschera in September 2008 for which he achieved his third Irish Times Theatre Award nomination. In 2009 he conducted Carmen and Don Giovanni in Odessa, Holland, Belgium and Spain. Kevin’s most recent appointments are as Music Director of the Thirteen Strings Chamber Orchestra in Ottawa (2010), Conductor of the Centre for Opera Studies in Italy (2010) and as Conductor of New York’s newly-formed West Side Chamber Orchestra (2011). Kevin was appointed as Music Director of Orchestra Toronto in 2013 and is presently Interim Artistic Director of Opera Lyra. He has written music for the TV series “Camelot.”

]]> Kevin Mallon studied at Chetham’s School of Music, Manchester’s Royal Northern College of Music & at Dartington College of Arts, studying composition with Peter Maxwell Davies, conducting with John Eliot Gardiner, singing & specializing in baroque violin. http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20200209a1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20200209a1.mp3 30:16 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 09 Feb 2020 13:00:00 +0000 Mary Clifford provides a guided tour of Foynes Flying Boat Museum. Mary Clifford provides a guided tour of Foynes Flying Boat Museum. Travel back to the 1930s and ’40s, when Foynes played a pivotal role in establishing commercial transatlantic passenger flights. Learn the history of Flying Boats and the diverse range of people who arrived and departed from Foynes through our comprehensive collection of historical and interactive exhibits and memorabilia. We’ve brought these stories to life for our visitors since 1989, right here in the original Foynes Airport Terminal Building.Board the only B314 flying boat replica in the world. All the commercial flying boats landing in Foynes featured upscale amenities, but the B314 had true ocean liner luxury. Some westbound flights took 17 hours to reach Botwood before refuelling and departing for New York. This amazing Flying Boat had a 14-seat dining room, honeymoon suite, spacious flight deck catering for up to seven crew members, deck quarters for the crew, and sleeping berths for all passengers on transatlantic flights. A one-way ticket from New York to Foynes at the time cost $375.Meet pioneers of aviation, like John Alcock, Arthur Brown, and Charles Lindbergh, and get acquainted with early experiments in transatlantic flight. We also display Captain Charles F. Blair’s personal aviation collection. In 1940, he was named Chief Pilot of the newly formed American Export Airlines, later known as American Overseas Airlines. Blair was the husband of former museum patron Maureen O Hara. On September 2, 1978, tragedy struck; Captain Blair was piloting a Grumman Goose from St. Croix to St. Thomas when his plane developed engine trouble and crashed, killing him instantly.In 1989, our patron Maureen O'Hara cut the red ribbon to officially open our museum. We are proud of our achievements since those early days and look forward to many more successful years ahead. Thanks to everyone for their support over the years.https://www.flyingboatmuseum.com

]]> Mary Clifford provides a guided tour of Foynes Flying Boat Museum. http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20200202b1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20200202b1.mp3 44:01 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 02 Feb 2020 13:15:00 +0000 Kathleen Villiers-Tuthill is an Irish historical writer. Kathleen Villiers-Tuthill is an Irish historical writer.Born and raised in Clifden, County Galway, Villiers-Tuthill is the author of six books and numerous articles on the history of West County Galway. In recognition of her contribution to the heritage of the county, she has received two Heritage Award from Galway County Council. The first in 2003 and in 2006 her book, Alexander Nimmo & The Western District, was granted Best Heritage Publication Award. Her latest book, A Colony of Strangers: The founding and early history of Clifden, was published in 2012. She is married with two sons. Captain John Alcock and Lieutenant Arthur Whitten Brown’s non-stop flight across the Atlantic is a story of great heroism, courage and endeavour. The unexpected arrival of their Vickers Vimy plane at the Marconi’s Wireless Station, in Derrygimla, Clifden, on Sunday 14th June 1919, created tremendous excitement in the locality and made front-page news throughout the world.Kathleen has published a pocket-sized illustrated history booklet of the Alcock and Brown flight, giving details of the flight, background on the airmen and on the landing site, the Marconi Wireless Station.Kathleen has written numerous books about the region. http://connemaragirlpublications.com/kvt.htm

]]> Kathleen Villiers-Tuthill is an Irish historical writer. http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20200202a1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20200202a1.mp3 12:09 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 02 Feb 2020 12:59:00 +0000 Aoife Brady iCRAG is the SFI Research Centre in Applied Geosciences funded by Science Foundation Ireland and co-funded under the European Regional Development Fund and by industry partners. Established in 2015, iCRAG is Ireland’s national geosciences research centre. Comprising 150 researchers, and collaborating with more than 50 industry partners, our vision is to become a world leader in applied geosciences research, securing maximum benefit from our natural resources while protecting the environment.iCRAG’s research is helping to unlock Ireland’s natural resources through developing improved technical knowledge and innovative techniques, which will then increase the success rate of energy, mineral and groundwater exploration. Our research results are, insofar as possible, embedded within industry. In this way, the Centre ensures maximum impact of its research output; both scientifically for the wider geosciences and economically for the island of Ireland.iCRAG facilitates a collaborative research environment, allowing for the invaluable cross-fertilisation of ideas between disciplines. Our multidisciplinary research teams address five major research challenges:

]]> Aoife Brady http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20200126c1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20200126c1.mp3 8:09 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 26 Jan 2020 13:52:00 +0000 Frank Flood Irish Consul to Vancouver BC, Frank Flood reflects on 2019 and looks toward 2020

]]> Frank Flood http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20200126b1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20200126b1.mp3 17:18 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 26 Jan 2020 13:25:00 +0000 Irish Ambassador to Canada Jim Kelly 2019-2020 Overview Ambassador Jim Kelly reflects on 2019 and looks toward 2020.

]]> Irish Ambassador to Canada Jim Kelly 2019-2020 Overview http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20200126a1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20200126a1.mp3 26:10 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 26 Jan 2020 13:00:00 +0000 Ray Sinnott provides a tour and history of Mount Congreve House and Gardens The Mount Congreve Story so far…The Woodland gardens at Mount Congreve were founded on the inspiration, generosity and encouragement of Mr. Lionel N. de Rothschild. He became arguably, the greatest landscaper of the 20th Century and one of the cleverest hybridists. He died in 1942. The original gardens at Mount Congreve had comprised of a simple terraced garden with woodland of ilexes and sweet chestnuts on the slopes falling down to the river. The Gardens are held in Trust for the State.AMBROSE CONGREVEThe original gardens at Mount Congreve had comprised of a simple terraced garden with woodland of ilexes and sweet chestnuts on the slopes falling down to the river. Ambrose Congreve began planting parts of these in his late teens but it was not until 1955 that he began to make large clearings in the woodlands to create the necessary conditions where his new plants would thrive. With the arrival of Mr. Herman Dool in the early sixties, the two men began the process that would lead to Mount Congreve’s recognition as one of the ‘Great Gardens of the World’. Up to the very last years of his life, Mr Congreve could be found in the gardens dispensing orders and advice relating to his beloved plants.Mr. Herman Dool with Mr. Congreve developed the gardens over 40 years. He received the Orange Order of Nassau from the Queen of Holland, the equivalent of a British Knighthood, for his achievements. He died in 2004. The Magnolia Walk was renamed The Herman Dool Walk in March 2019 in recognition of his remarkable contribution to the gardens.Awards for HorticultureAmbrose Congreve’s achievements were acknowledged by Queen Elizabeth, who awarded him a CBE, and by Trinity College Dublin, which granted him an honorary doctorate. Up to the very last years of his life, Mr Congreve could be found in the gardens dispensing orders and advice relating to his beloved plants. He afforded his longevity to having a garden to care for.The Gardens had been open to gardening enthusiasts each Thursday of the summer months for many years. In April 2011 Mr. Congreve was in London en route to the Chelsea Flower Show, aged 104, when he died. His ashes were returned to Mount Congreve and placed in the temple overlooking his gardens and the River Suir below.The gardens are held to the state in trustThe House and Gardens were bequeathed to the state and are held in Trust. Following an auction of the entire contents of the house and a period of uncertainty regarding the fate of Mount Congreve, it became clear that in order to preserve and protect the gardens, new revenue streams needed to be identified and pursued. The work started by Mr. Congreve continues up to the present. The collection is still expanding steadily under the encyclopaedic knowledge of Curator Mr. Michael White (Waley Medal from the Royal Horticultural Society of Great Britain) with new additions and our own programme of breeding to create new hybrids of Rhododendrons and Magnolias among others.

A café serving teas & coffee and seasonal produce from the gardens has been added and full ticketed access to the gardens along with guided tours for all levels of interest are available. A garden shop on site with plants propagated within Mount Congreve are available for purchase. An extensive annual events programme is in development and with extended opening hours to the gardens and an access point to/from the Waterford Greenway, our mission is to preserve and protect the gardens for future generations.

]]> Ray Sinnott provides a tour and history of Mount Congreve House and Gardens http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=202001191.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=202001191.mp3 59:30 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 19 Jan 2020 13:00:00 +0000 Frances Roberts Reilly & Margaret O'Shea Bonner In Ireland, January 6th is Nollaig na mBan (pronounced Null-ug na Mon), which means “Little Christmas”, which is also known as “Women’s Christmas”: The custom is to celebrate of the women of Ireland for working tirelessly during the holidays by having the men handle all the housework and cooking.  This special program features amazing stories about strong Irish women, past & present, with “great Celtic music & craic too.” A one-hour radio documentary.

Producer: Frances Roberts Reilly

Host: Frances Roberts Reilly & Margaret O’Shea Bonner

Technical and editing by Brandon Highmore

]]> Frances Roberts Reilly & Margaret O'Shea Bonner http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=202001121.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=202001121.mp3 31:48 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Mon, 13 Jan 2020 00:36:46 +0000 Liam Rellis, who works at the Waterford Museum of Treasures has a wealth of knowledge and also has years of experience in theatre and the arts. Liam’s knowledge on local history, creates an atmosphere of fun but most importantly one of learning. Liam Rellis, who works at the Waterford Museum of Treasures has a wealth of knowledge and also has years of experience in theatre and the arts. Liam’s knowledge on local history, creates an atmosphere of fun but most importantly one of learning.Waterford Treasures – Three Museums in the Viking Triangle situated in the heart of Ireland’s oldest city.  Three museums within a few paces of each other tell the 1100 year old story of Waterford from its foundation in 914 by Viking sea pirates.The massive stone fortress Reginald’s Tower houses Waterford's Viking Treasures.  Ireland’s only Medieval Museum showcases spectacular Treasures from the Middle Ages.  The elegant 1743 Bishop’s Palace is the home of the Treasures of the 18th, 19th and 20th centuries.

]]> Liam Rellis, who works at the Waterford Museum of Treasures has a wealth of knowledge and also has years of experience in theatre and the arts. Liam’s knowledge on local history, creates an atmosphere of fun but most importantly one of learning. http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=201912151.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=201912151.mp3 44:52 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 15 Dec 2019 13:00:00 +0000 Jarvey, Michael O'Flaherty provides a tour around Inis Oirr. Jarvey, Michael O'Flaherty provides a tour around Inis Oirr. Inis Oírr or Inisheer is the smallest and most eastern of the three Aran Islands in Galway Bay, Ireland. With about 260 permanent residents (2016 census), it is more populous than Inishmaan but less than Inishmore. Caomhán of Inis Oírr is the island's patron saint. There are five primary settlements on Inis Oírr, including Baile Thiar, Baile an tSéipéil (Chapeltown), Baile an Chaisleáin (Castle Village), Baile an Fhormna and Baile an Lorgain (Town of the shin-shaped hill). The official name, Inis Oírr, was brought into usage by the Ordnance Survey Ireland. It may be a compromise between the traditional local name Inis Thiar and the previous official name Inis Oirthir.[1] There is no Irish word corresponding to the second element in the official name. It seems from the annals that the island's name always contained the element iarthar or thiar in the sense of "rear" or "back" island and not "west" as is the usual sense of this word. The form Inis Oirthir, used by the 17th century scholar Ruaidhrí Ó Flaithbheartaigh, seems to have arisen out of his own misreading of the annals.The island is geologically an extension of The Burren. The terrain of the island is composed of limestone pavements with crisscrossing cracks known as "grikes", leaving isolated rocks called "clints".The limestones date from the Viséan period (Lower Carboniferous), formed as sediments in a tropical sea approximately 350 million years ago, and compressed into horizontal strata with fossil corals, crinoids, sea urchins and ammonites.Glaciation following the Namurian phase facilitated greater denudation. The result is that Inisheer is one of the finest examples of a Glacio-Karst landscape in the world.[citation needed] The effects of the last glacial period (the Midlandian) are most in evidence, with the island overrun by ice during this glaciation. The impact of earlier Karstification (solutional erosion) has been eliminated by the last glacial period, so any Karstification now seen dates from approximately 10,000 years ago and the island Karst is thus recent.[citation needed]Solutional processes have widened and deepened the grykes of the limestone pavement. Pre-existing lines of weakness in the rock (vertical joints) contribute to the formation of extensive fissures separated by clints (flat pavement like slabs). The rock karstification facilitates the formation of sub-terrainean drainage. The island is reached by ferry from Rossaveal in Connemara and Doolin in County Clare as well as from the other Aran Islands. There is also a regional airport on each island which is served from Connemara Regional Airport by AerArann. A pier was opened in Doolin in June 2015 for commercial ferries serving the island. Islanders travel by foot or car around the island. Tourists can avail of tours/taxi trips by horse and trap. Members of An Garda Síochána patrol on bike.

]]> Jarvey, Michael O'Flaherty provides a tour around Inis Oirr. http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=201912081.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=201912081.mp3 50:15 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 08 Dec 2019 13:00:00 +0000 Harry Hughes at the West Clare Music Makers museum in Miltown Malbay Earlier in the year, while visiting the West of Ireland , I had the opportunity to meet Harry Hughes at the West Clare Music Makers museum in Miltown Malbay, and learn the story of traditional music, song and dance.At this excellent visitor attraction you can read first-hand accounts about renowned musicians. Enjoy a 8-minute film telling the story behind the music and learn about the origin of the instruments and the people who played them.View “The Session”, a specially commissioned 14-minute film featuring some of our most talented local musicians, playing the music most loved by the great musical masters of County Clare.This attraction brings together years of research by Oidhreacht an Chláir and draws the majority of its content from their extensive archive.By supporting this attraction you will be directly contributing to the preservation of our rich musical heritage.Open From 10am  to 6pm Each Day(May to September)or by pre booking on +353(0)65 7085785 throughout the year.

]]> Harry Hughes at the West Clare Music Makers museum in Miltown Malbay http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=201912011.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=201912011.mp3 52:07 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 01 Dec 2019 12:55:00 +0000 Hugh O'Conor - Actor, Director Battling fraternal twins Emma and Chantal have the house to themselves for the summer, and although their parents suggest that they use the time to bond before Emma leaves for college and Chantal begins her own business, they are determined to avoid one another. Their plans are interrupted when Chantal is injured in a car accident, and Emma must help her sister recover. As Emma fills in for Chantal while trying to get her metal band together, the young women become increasingly involved and invested in each other’s lives, growing closer as they grow up. With its dynamic characters and an acclaimed breakthrough performance from Jordanne Jones, Metal Heart is a coming-of-age comedy set to warm all hearts.

]]> Hugh O'Conor - Actor, Director http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20191124c1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20191124c1.mp3 10:21 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 24 Nov 2019 13:45:00 +0000 Lorcan Collins Historian, Author and Guide at 1916 Rising Tours In 1916 a small band of armed insurrectionists declared Ireland a Republic.This event is known as the Easter Rising, a violent battle which resulted in many deaths and the destruction of many parts of Dublin.Author and historian Lorcan Collins will take you to the relevant sites of the Rebellion in Dublin, Ireland, to give you an understanding of this historic occasion which precipitated the formation of the Irish Republic. The Easter Rising -A Guide to Dublin in 1916By Lorcan Collins & Conor KostickA vivid and entertaining guide to the events and locations of the Easter 1916 Rising.Defying all the odds 1600 men, women and children went out on 24 April, Easter Monday, 1916 to fight for an independent Ireland. The battle raged for six days and resulted in the destruction of many parts of Dublin city.The bloody executions of the leaders by the British after the Rising awakened a generation to the cause of Irish freedom.Vividly illustrated, this book takes you through the battle-torn streets of Dublin. Hear the sounds, smell the gunpowder and meet the main players, as the complexities of this dramatic episode in Irish history are explained in an accessible and concise fashion.Praise for The Easter Rising'A short popular-style history of the event -- indeed a remarkably thorough one, in which we discovered events we had forgotten or not known, and found photographs that were new to us too -- but the arrangement by location rather than time means that the devout pilgrim or visitor is encouraged and helped to view the places of significance.'Books Ireland

]]> Lorcan Collins Historian, Author and Guide at 1916 Rising Tours http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20191124b1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20191124b1.mp3 15:41 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 24 Nov 2019 13:30:00 +0000 Paddy Breathnach Director ROSIE Rosie is a 2018 Irish drama film directed by Paddy Breathnach. It was screened in the Contemporary World Cinema section at the 2018 Toronto International Film Festival.A woman, her husband and their four children find themselves homeless after their landlord sells their house. Over the next 36 hours, the couple desperately search for a place to live while trying to shield the kids from the reality of the situation.

]]> Paddy Breathnach Director ROSIE http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20191124a1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20191124a1.mp3 26:31 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 24 Nov 2019 13:01:00 +0000 Paul O'Brien provides a guided walk around Royal Kilaminham Hospital and Gardens The Royal Hospital Kilmainham stands on the site of the 7th century Early Christian settlement of Cill Maighneann, from which the area of Kilmainham derives its name. In 1174, Strongbow developed the site replacing the Christian settlement with a medieval hospital and monastery of the Knights of St. John of Jerusalem (Knights Hospitallers). With the dissolution of the monasteries under the rule of Henry VIII between 1536 and 1541, the settlement was closed and the lands remained vacant until 1680. The Royal Hospital Kilmainham was established and built between 1680 and 1684 on a 60 acre site granted by King Charles II at the instigation of James Butler, First Duke of Ormond.Inspired by 'Les Invalides' in Paris, France, then recently opened as Louis XIV's home for his army pensioners, Ormond obtained a charter from King Charles to construct a similar type of building at Kilmainham.The Royal Hospital Kilmainham stands on the site of the 7th century Early Christian settlement of Cill Maighneann, from which the area of Kilmainham derives its name. In 1174, Strongbow developed the site replacing the Christian settlement with a medieval hospital and monastery of the Knights of St. John of Jerusalem (Knights Hospitallers). With the dissolution of the monasteries under the rule of Henry VIII between 1536 and 1541, the settlement was closed and the lands remained vacant until 1680. The Royal Hospital Kilmainham was established and built between 1680 and 1684 on a 60 acre site granted by King Charles II at the instigation of James Butler, First Duke of Ormond.Inspired by 'Les Invalides' in Paris, France, then recently opened as Louis XIV's home for his army pensioners, Ormond obtained a charter from King Charles to construct a similar type of building at Kilmainham.

The Old Man’s House exhibition, created by the Office of Public Works, is an exhibition which tells the story of the Royal Hospital Kilmainham (RHK); one of the most iconic Dublin buildings and Ireland’s foremost example of fine 17th century architecture, now home to the Irish Museum of Modern Art.The history of the Kilmainham site includes ancient burial grounds, early Christian monuments, a Viking settlement and a medieval monastery. The RHK was open as a retirement home and infirmary for nearly 250 years for generations of military veterans who lived and died there. The Old Man’s House explores the stories of these soldiers alongside those of the hospital staff, from the earliest beginnings, through to its restoration and the founding of IMMA. The exhibition is free and open Museum hours.

The beautiful gardens here were originally used for medicinal purposes but over time they became the private gardens of the Master of the RHK who was in charge of the British Army in Ireland at that time.

]]> Paul O'Brien provides a guided walk around Royal Kilaminham Hospital and Gardens http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=201911171.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=201911171.mp3 46:13 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 17 Nov 2019 13:00:00 +0000 Mary Feeney, Larry's niece talks about his influence and impact and the annual Feile now held in his honour. Larry Reynolds hailed from the townland of Shanboley, Ahascragh a small village just north of Ballinasloe in Co. Galway. He was the second youngest of 13 children and when Larry was just 10 years of age his eldest brother, Harry bought him his first fiddle, while his lessons with Mabel West were paid for by his sister Betty, both were to prove worthwhile investments.Like so many more of his time, with his fiddle under his arm, he emigrated to Boston in 1953 where he settled and made his home. Over time he became a highly influential fiddle player, not only for his East Galway style of playing but also because of the contribution he made to Irish culture in Boston and all over North America.Arriving in Boston in the latter years of the Dudley Street Dance Hall era this time provided him with his introduction to the Boston Irish music scene. In the years that followed his musical achievements were many, a founding member of the now renamed Reynolds-Hanafin-Cooley Boston Branch of Comhaltas Ceoltoirí Eireann in 1975, a member of the Tara Ceilí Band and The Connaught Ceilí Band, a recording artist featured on many well known albums, listed in the Top 100 Irish Americans, an Irish music broadcaster on a Boston radio station, he played to two Irish Presidents, Mary Robinson & Mary McAleese and also played for some of America’s political elite, Tip O’Neill & William Bulger. Then there was the seisiúns - Larry could be found every Monday night at the Green Briar, plying his craft as a musician and as a mentor to many other musicians.In 1954 he married Phyllis and together they had seven children. Their home in Waltham operated an open door policy for many young Irish & American musicians and throughout his life he led the way for generations of traditional Irish Musicians. The work he did for so many young Irish emigrants is legendary and so many young people were directed to Larry as a man who would unselfishly give his time to help them get their “first start”.A festival in honour of Larry to be held in his home town seemed a natural progression and 2018 will see the fifth festival being held as a commemoration and celebration of a true Irish man.

]]> Mary Feeney, Larry's niece talks about his influence and impact and the annual Feile now held in his honour. http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20191110b1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20191110b1.mp3 7:37 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 10 Nov 2019 13:45:00 +0000 John P Kelly, Director. Oleanna is a two-character play by David Mamet, about the power struggle between a university professor and one of his female students, who accuses him of sexual exploitation and, by doing so, spoils his chances of being accorded tenure. The play's title, taken from a folk song, refers to a 19th-century escapist vision of utopia. Mamet later adapted his play into a film of the same name. John P. Kelly, Director, talk about the play that runs at the Gladstone Theatre Ottawa . Guy Buller and Madeleine Jullian take on the part which opens on Nov 7th - Nov 16th.    Oleanna ... is an impassioned response to the Thomas hearings. As if ripped right from the typewriter, it could not be more direct in its technique or more incendiary in its ambitions. In Act I, Mr. Mamet locks one man and one woman in an office where, depending on one's point of view, an act of sexual harassment does or does not occur. In Act II, the antagonists, a middle-aged university professor and an undergraduate student, return to the scene of the alleged crime to try to settle their case without benefit of counsel, surrogates or, at times, common sense.    The result? During the pause for breath that separates the two scenes of Mr. Mamet's no-holds-barred second act, the audience seemed to be squirming and hyperventilating en masse, so nervous was the laughter and the low rumble of chatter that wafted through the house. The ensuing denouement, which raised the drama's stakes still higher, does nothing to alter the impression that "Oleanna" is likely to provoke more arguments than any play this yearTickets at http://www.thegladstone.ca

]]> John P Kelly, Director. http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=201291103b1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=201291103b1.mp3 6:57 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 03 Nov 2019 12:45:00 +0000 Alex Durdin-Robertson Huntington Castle is the ancient seat of the Esmonde family. The Esmonde's moved over to Ireland in 1192 and were involved in other castles such as Duncannon Fort in Waterford and Johnstown Castle in Wexford before building Huntington and settling down in Clonegal. The family name has changed twice due to inheritance down the female line and the present family name is Durdin Robertson, who are direct descendants of the Esmondes. Some notable ancestors include; Lady Esmonde (Alish O'Flaherty) - the grandaughter of Grace O'Malley the famous Pirate Queen of Connaught. Barbera St. Ledger, Edward King, Herbert Robertson MP, Nora Parsons, Manning Robertson, and latterly Olivia Robertson to name a few. Their stories and many more are told on the guided tour of the castle.The Castle is presently lived in by three generations of the Durdin Robertson family, and the current owners Alexander and Clare Durdin Robertson are very much hands on with the business and can frequently be found giving tours, working in the gardens or making tea in the tearooms.

https://www.huntingtoncastle.com/

 

]]> Alex Durdin-Robertson http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=201291103a1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=201291103a1.mp3 44:24 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 03 Nov 2019 12:00:00 +0000 Graham Lindsey is a multi-instrumentalist and composer, writing inventive and varied tunes. His compositions don’t follow the traditional Irish, Scottish or other Celtic styles, and the subtle differences bring a unique feel and rhythm to his first album. Graham Lindsey is a multi-instrumentalist and composer, writing inventive and varied tunes. His compositions don’t follow the traditional Irish, Scottish or other Celtic styles, and the subtle differences bring a unique feel and rhythm to his first album, “TradHead”.He plays as a soloist and side-player with Celtic and folk musicians in Ontario and Québec, with bands and artists including From Away, The Trads, Anna Ludlow, The Sarah Burnell Band, McGregor & Lindsey and more.Three tunes of Graham’s were played through the summer of 2017 as part of the recital series on the Carillon (the bells that play daily at noon) in the Peace Tower on Parliament Hill in Canada’s capital, Ottawa. This was followed-up in 2019 by a performance of a fourth tune, “The Carillonneur”, dedicated to Dominion Carillonneur Dr. Andrea McCrady who arranged these tunes and plays daily concerts on the carillon.Graham’s compositions have also brought him to Sweden in January of 2017, where he was the “Guest Artist of the Year” at the Folk at Heart showcase festival, and he returned in 2018 and 2019 to collaborate internationally with different Swedish musicians. 2019 marked the first trip of the band From Away to Sweden, featuring many of Graham’s compositions.Graham released his debut solo CD in June 2019, and has recorded for musicians including Sarah Burnell Band, Twin Flames, Trent Severn, Shelley Posen & Ian Robb, Sharon Hampson and more.On-stage you’ll often see him with mandolins and banjo, percussion (bodhran and cajon, shakers and more), and flutes and whistles. Off-stage Graham works with musicians, producers, record labels and more producing media (websites, video, etc.), is on the board of the Canadian Folk Music Awards and is involved in other Celtic festivals and Canada’s wider folk-music community.

]]> Graham Lindsey is a multi-instrumentalist and composer, writing inventive and varied tunes. His compositions don’t follow the traditional Irish, Scottish or other Celtic styles, and the subtle differences bring a unique feel and rhythm to his first album. http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20191027d1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20191027d1.mp3 17:15 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 27 Oct 2019 12:45:00 +0000 Máirtín de Cógáin is a singing, dancing, story-telling bodhrán player who also is a noted playwright and actor. Máirtín de Cógáin is a singing, dancing, story-telling bodhrán player who also is a noted playwright and actor. He performs in his native Ireland and all over the U.S…and between and beyond! An infectious personality, Máirtín pleasantly commands the attention of any collection of people, from a concert hall to an intimate porch.Máirtín gets no more joy out of life than the telling of stories. If you are lucky enough to catch him spinning a few yarns, you are in for a treat.

]]> Máirtín de Cógáin is a singing, dancing, story-telling bodhrán player who also is a noted playwright and actor. http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20191027c1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20191027c1.mp3 8:53 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 27 Oct 2019 12:30:00 +0000 Don Stiffe from County Galway is one of the greatest singer / songwriters to have emerged on the Irish Folk Scene in recent years, receiving critical acclaim and awards both at home and abroad. Don Stiffe from County Galway is one of the greatest singer / songwriters to have emerged on the Irish Folk Scene in recent years, receiving critical acclaim and awards both at home and abroad. Don is a passionate and talented singer whose impressive performance style has moved audiences all over the world.

]]> Don Stiffe from County Galway is one of the greatest singer / songwriters to have emerged on the Irish Folk Scene in recent years, receiving critical acclaim and awards both at home and abroad. http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20191027b1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20191027b1.mp3 12:11 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 27 Oct 2019 12:15:00 +0000 In Conversation with Rory Makem the son of Tommy Makem Rory Makem the son of Tommy Makem– is justifiably proud of his families’ storied place in Irish music and has had the opportunity to perform with his famous father over the years. He has also forged his own musical path. It is no surprise that Rory is an acclaimed Irish singer and musician as well as masterful storyteller with a witty and charming stage presence. Carrying on the musical legacy of his father Tommy Makem,

]]> In Conversation with Rory Makem the son of Tommy Makem http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20191027a1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20191027a1.mp3 9:16 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 27 Oct 2019 12:00:00 +0000 Historian Dick Cronin provides a guided tour of Dysert O'Dea castle The authentically restored 15th century Dysert O’Dea castle, the stronghold of the O’Dea clan, houses the Clare Archaeology Centre which was opened in July 1986 and has been the recipient of numerous national awards.Historian Dick Cronin provides a guided tour of the castleThe Castle was built in 1480 by Diarmuid O’Dea, Lord of Cineal Fearmaic. The uppermost floors and staircase were badly damaged by the Cromwellians in 1651. Repaired and opened in 1986, the castle houses an extensive museum, an audio visual presentation and various exhibitions.The centre is a restored 15th century Gaelic Tower house. It includes an Extensive Museum, Bookshop, Tea room, toilets, car park, audio - visual presentation (english & german) exhibition rooms (varied) and a wall walk at top of castle.Archaeology TrailSurrounding the castle is the Dysert O’Dea Archeology Trail (4km) containing 25 original field monuments, this can be walked or driven. The monuments date from 1000bc to 1850ad and include two Romanesque churches, the famous 12th century illuminated doorway and high cross of Dysert O’Dea, two 15th century tower houses, 1st millenium stone and earthen forts, holy wells, fulachta fiadh, proselytising schools, landlords houses, medieval roads and many more. These are shown and explained on the guide and map available at the castle.

]]> Historian Dick Cronin provides a guided tour of Dysert O'Dea castle http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=201910201.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=201910201.mp3 1:00:42 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 20 Oct 2019 12:00:00 +0000 CHRISTOPHER KLEIN is the author of four books, including Strong Boy: The Life and Times of John L. Sullivan, America’s First Sports Hero. A frequent contributor to History.com, CHRISTOPHER KLEIN is the author of four books, including Strong Boy: The Life and Times of John L. Sullivan, America’s First Sports Hero. A frequent contributor to History.com, Christopher has also written for The Boston Globe, The New York Times., ational Geographic Traveler, Harvard Magazine, Smithsonian.com, and AmericanHeritage.com.About When the Irish Invaded Canada“Christopher Klein’s fresh telling of this story is an important landmark in both Irish and American history.” —James M. McPhersonJust over a year after Robert E. Lee relinquished his sword, a band of Union and Confederate veterans dusted off their guns. But these former foes had no intention of reigniting the Civil War. Instead, they fought side by side to undertake one of the most fantastical missions in military history: to seize the British province of Canada and to hold it hostage until the independence of Ireland was secured.By the time that these invasions–known collectively as the Fenian raids–began in 1866, Ireland had been Britain’s unwilling colony for seven hundred years. Thousands of Civil War veterans who had fled to the United States rather than perish in the wake of the Great Hunger still considered themselves Irishmen first, Americans second. With the tacit support of the U.S. government and inspired by a previous generation of successful American revolutionaries, the group that carried out a series of five attacks on Canada–the Fenian Brotherhood–established a state in exile, planned prison breaks, weathered infighting, stockpiled weapons, and assassinated enemies. Defiantly, this motley group, including a one-armed war hero, an English spy infiltrating rebel forces, and a radical who staged his own funeral, managed to seize a piece of Canada–if only for three days.When the Irish Invaded Canada is the untold tale of a band of fiercely patriotic Irish Americans and their chapter in Ireland’s centuries-long fight for independence. Inspiring, lively, and often undeniably comic, this is a story of fighting for what’s right in the face of impossible odds.

]]> CHRISTOPHER KLEIN is the author of four books, including Strong Boy: The Life and Times of John L. Sullivan, America’s First Sports Hero. A frequent contributor to History.com, http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20191013c1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20191013c1.mp3 20:27 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 13 Oct 2019 12:40:00 +0000 Emma Donoghue Room was inspired by… having kids; the locked room is a metaphor for the claustrophobic, tender bond of parenthood. I borrowed observations, jokes, kid grammar and whole dialogues from our son Finn, who was five while I was writing it. Room was also inspired by... ancient folk motifs of walled-up virgins who give birth (e.g. Rapunzel), often to heroes (e.g. Danaë and Perseus).  Room was also inspired by… the Fritzl family’s escape from their dungeon in Austria – though I doubt I’ll ever use contemporary headlines as a launching point again, since I didn’t like being even occasionally accused of ‘exploitation’ or tagged ‘Fritzl writer’.  But on the whole, publishing my seventh novel – and having the great good fortune to win new readers all over the world – has been a delight.

]]> Emma Donoghue http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20191013b1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20191013b1.mp3 12:40 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 13 Oct 2019 12:20:00 +0000 Emma Donoghue Born in Dublin in 1969, EMMA DONOGHUE is a novelist, screenwriter and playwright who lives in Canada. Her novel Room won the Rogers Writers’ Trust Fiction Prize and the Commonwealth Writers’ Prize (Canada/Caribbean) and was shortlisted for the Man Booker and Orange Prizes, selling more than two million copies. Donoghue scripted the Canadian-Irish film of Room which was nominated for four Academy Awards, including Best Picture. Her fiction (short and long) ranges from the contemporary (Stir-fry, Hood, Landing, Touchy Subjects) to the historical (Slammerkin, The Sealed Letter, Astray, Frog Music). Donoghue’s books for young readers are The Lotterys Plus One and The Lotterys More Or Less. Her last novel for adults, The Wonder, was shortlisted for the Scotiabank Giller Prize.

]]> Emma Donoghue http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20191013a1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20191013a1.mp3 14:52 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 13 Oct 2019 12:00:00 +0000 Diana Beresford-Kroeger - To Speak for the Trees: My Life's Journey from Ancient Celtic Wisdom to a Healing Vision of the Forest Diana Beresford-Kroeger - To Speak for the Trees: My Life's Journey from Ancient Celtic Wisdom to a Healing Vision of the Forest http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=201910061.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=201910061.mp3 54:52 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 06 Oct 2019 12:00:00 +0000 Carole Reynolds Carole Reynolds, Education Officer in the Connemara National ParkIrish bats are all small, most only weigh about 5g and none weigh more than about 12g. That’s less than about three little spoons of sugar (or three 5c pieces). All Irish bats are brown in colour, although some have white bellies. Irish bats all eat insects. They are insectivorous. The bat in the picture is an Irish Lesser Horseshoe Bat. The only places in Ireland where you can find bats that eat fruit are the zoos in Dublin and Belfast. The bats that are kept in both zoos are Rodrigues Fruit Bats, which come from a tropical island in the Indian Ocean.There are nine different types of bats found in Ireland. Some of these are found all over the island of Ireland, while some are just found in some places.    Common pipistrelle    Soprano pipistrelle    Nathusius’ pipistrelle    Leisler’s bat    Daubenton’s bat    Whiskered bat    Natterer’s bat    Brown long-eared bat    Lesser horseshoe bat

]]> Carole Reynolds http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20190929b1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20190929b1.mp3 50:06 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 29 Sep 2019 12:15:00 +0000 Siobhan Geoghegan Situated in the West of Ireland in County Galway, Connemara National Park covers some 2,000 hectares of scenic mountains, expanses of bogs, heaths, grasslands and woodlands. Some of the Park’s mountains, namely Benbaun, Bencullagh, Benbrack and Muckanaght, are part of the famous Twelve Bens or Beanna Beola range. Connemara National Park was established and opened to the public in 1980.Much of the present Park lands formed part of the Kylemore Abbey Estate and the Letterfrack Industrial School, the remainder having been owned by private individuals. The southern part of the Park was at one time owned by Richard (Humanity Dick) Martin who helped to form the Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals during the early 19th century. The Park lands are now wholly owned by the State and managed solely for National Park purpose.

]]> Siobhan Geoghegan http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20190929a1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20190929a1.mp3 6:34 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 29 Sep 2019 12:00:00 +0000 John Joe has written a number of local histories including Lickmolassy by the Shannon, Hearts of Oak - the rise to glory of Portumna GAA Club and From Little Acorns ... A Centenary History of Portumna Golf Club. His latest book, Portumna A Galway parish b John Joe Conwell - PortumnaA Mayo native John Joe Conwell, is a retired science and maths secondary school teacher from Portumna Community School and is a physics graduate of University College Galway. In addition, he holds a Masters degree in local history from NUI Maynooth and his thesis on Portumna's 14th Earl of Clanricarde during the Great Famine was published by that university in 2002.John Joe has written a number of local histories including Lickmolassy by the Shannon, Hearts of Oak - the rise to glory of Portumna GAA Club and From Little Acorns ... A Centenary History of Portumna Golf Club. His latest book, Portumna A Galway parish by the Shannon, was launched in April 2017.John Joe is a founding member of South East Galway Archaeological and Historical Society and gives talks to groups and societies on a range of topics of local historical interest.He works as a tour guide with Cycling Holidays Ireland, a successful company formed by one of his past students. He also guides on a voluntary basis in the Irish Workhouse Centre in Portumna.He is also a founding member of Ireland Reaching Out, a company set up by another of his past students to connect members of the worldwide Irish diaspora with their ancestral parishes. A Mayo native John Joe Conwell, is a retired science and maths secondary school teacher from Portumna Community School and is a physics graduate of University College Galway. In addition, he holds a Masters degree in local history from NUI Maynooth and his thesis on Portumna's 14th Earl of Clanricarde during the Great Famine was published by that university in 2002.John Joe has written a number of local histories including Lickmolassy by the Shannon, Hearts of Oak - the rise to glory of Portumna GAA Club and From Little Acorns ... A Centenary History of Portumna Golf Club. His latest book, Portumna A Galway parish by the Shannon, was launched in April 2017.John Joe is a founding member of South East Galway Archaeological and Historical Society and gives talks to groups and societies on a range of topics of local historical interest.He works as a tour guide with Cycling Holidays Ireland, a successful company formed by one of his past students. He also guides on a voluntary basis in the Irish Workhouse Centre in Portumna.He is also a founding member of Ireland Reaching Out, a company set up by another of his past students to connect members of the worldwide Irish diaspora with their ancestral parishes.

]]> John Joe has written a number of local histories including Lickmolassy by the Shannon, Hearts of Oak - the rise to glory of Portumna GAA Club and From Little Acorns ... A Centenary History of Portumna Golf Club. His latest book, Portumna A Galway parish b http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20190922b1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20190922b1.mp3 33:08 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 22 Sep 2019 12:30:00 +0000 Bridgette Brew about the launch of Galway2020 Bridgette Brew Talks about Galway2020Throughout this Galway 2020 programme, the themes of language, landscape and migration come to life. Structured around the old Celtic calendar of Imbolc, Bealtaine, Lughnasa and Samhain, Galway 2020 begins in February and runs through until the end of January 2021.During the year, you will discover events imagined into existence by artists who have Galway running through their veins,  interwoven with an outsider·s view, as European artists unveil their own interpretations of these themes.https://galway2020.ie/en/programme/

]]> Bridgette Brew about the launch of Galway2020 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20190922a1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20190922a1.mp3 19:21 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 22 Sep 2019 12:00:00 +0000 Calvin Vollrath Calvin is a musical prodigy. To date, he has composed near 700 tunes, many of which have become standard contest and dance tunes across North America & Europe. His influence in the fiddle world is very evident. He has to his credit, 69 of his own albums, numerous music books of his original compositions and an instructional DVD. Calvin was commissioned to compose 5 fiddle tunes for the Vancouver Winter Olympics 2010 Opening Ceremonies to represent the various styles of fiddling our country has to offer. He also wrote the theme for the international fiddle convention "Fiddles of the World", held in Halifax NS in July 1999. When Calvin writes a tune for an individual, a place or an event, he has an uncanny sense of capturing their personality or expressing its atmosphere.Calvin is very active in the teaching aspect of fiddle music and is touted by the Saskatchewan Cultural Exchange Society as one of the driving forces behind the revitalization of fiddle music. Calvin has taught at the Canadian Grand Masters Fiddle Camp in Ottawa since its inception in 1996. In 2007, he started his own camp in northeast Alberta, aptly named “Camp Calvin”.

]]> Calvin Vollrath http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20190915e1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20190915e1.mp3 9:34 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 15 Sep 2019 12:50:00 +0000 Cyndi Ingle Cyndi Ingle , a genealogist for more than 38 years, is the creator and innovator behind the award-winning and globally recognized CyndisList.com. Cyndi is an expert in using technology for genealogy, research in the USA, and bringing together traditional methodology with organization, computers, software, and the Internet. An internationallyknown guest lecturer, she has authored numerous articles and three books.

]]> Cyndi Ingle http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20190915d1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20190915d1.mp3 8:41 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 15 Sep 2019 12:40:00 +0000 Audrey Collins Audrey Collins  is a spokesperson for The National Archives, where she is a Records Specialist in Family History. She has written extensively on family history and has special expertise with the UK censuses. Audrey regularly speaks at events and conferences in the UK, Ireland and the USA.

]]> Audrey Collins http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20190915c1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20190915c1.mp3 19:46 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 15 Sep 2019 12:20:00 +0000 Nancy Loe Nancy E. Loe,  MA, MLS, is a genealogy researcher and educator. After a long career in libraries and archives, Nancy now writes at Sassy Jane Genealogy and lectures frequently at US and international genealogy conferences on her specializations: organizing research and US and European records.

]]> Nancy Loe http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20190915b1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20190915b1.mp3 13:22 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 15 Sep 2019 12:05:00 +0000 Duncan Monkhouse President BIFHSGO More than 250 delegates from Canada, the United States and overseas are expected to attend the BIFHSGO 25th annual family history conference. Speakers from Canada, England and the United States will deliver seminars and presentations on family history research, the use of DNA test results as an aid to traditional research methods, and much more.The speakers at this year’s conference are:Duncan Monkhouse if the president of BIFHSGO and provides an overview of the growth in interest in the society over the years.

]]> Duncan Monkhouse President BIFHSGO http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20190915a1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20190915a1.mp3 5:53 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 15 Sep 2019 12:00:00 +0000 Micheal Marrinan spearheaded the 2019 gathering Micheal Marrinan spearheaded the 2019 gathering with assistance from numerous members of the family and other branches of the clan.

Micheal reviews the success of the weekend.

]]> Micheal Marrinan spearheaded the 2019 gathering http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20190908e1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20190908e1.mp3 12:18 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 08 Sep 2019 12:45:00 +0000 Michael, Laura and Jacob Marrinan Michael, Laura and Jacob Marrinan travelled from London to participate in their first gathering. Jacob explains how he was anxious to connect with his heritage.

]]> Michael, Laura and Jacob Marrinan http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20190908d1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20190908d1.mp3 5:17 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 08 Sep 2019 12:40:00 +0000 Bob Moeller - Joanna Marrinan Leyden Bob Moeller from Minnesota, one of the instigators of the Marrinan Clan Gathering, reflects on the growth of the gathering and how the initial one was initiated,

 

Joanna Marrinan Leyden, who is 97, was presented with a boquet of flowers at teh gathering. Joanna is hard of hearing at this stage and is the matriarch of the clan.

]]> Bob Moeller - Joanna Marrinan Leyden http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20190908c1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20190908c1.mp3 6:38 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 08 Sep 2019 12:25:00 +0000 Christine Morphett Christine Morphett attended the Marrinan Clan gathering in Ennistymon in Sept 2019 and shared some of music with the clan. She and her husband and another member comprise Telenn Tri

]]> Christine Morphett http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20190908b1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20190908b1.mp3 9:31 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 08 Sep 2019 12:15:00 +0000 Catherine O'Brien travelled from Australia to attend the 2019 Marrinan Clan Gathering in Ennistymon, Co Clare Ireland Catherine O'Brien travelled from Australia to attend the 2019 Marrinan Clan Gathering in Ennistymon, Co Clare Ireland. She recounts some of her research

]]> Catherine O'Brien travelled from Australia to attend the 2019 Marrinan Clan Gathering in Ennistymon, Co Clare Ireland http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20190908a1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20190908a1.mp3 13:52 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 08 Sep 2019 12:00:00 +0000 Siobhan Byrne Learat, founder at Adams & Butler tells of where she saw an opportunity to service customized travel vacations in Ireland Siobhan Byrne Learat, founder at Adams & Butler tells of where she saw an opportunity to service customized travel vacations in Ireland http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20190901g1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20190901g1.mp3 14:36 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 01 Sep 2019 12:45:00 +0000 Lisa Jameson of Teeling Whiskey gives the background to distilling in Dublin and the Teeling Distillery Experience Lisa Jameson of Teeling Whiskey gives the background to distilling in Dublin and the Teeling Distillery Experience http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20190901f1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20190901f1.mp3 6:38 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 01 Sep 2019 12:35:00 +0000 Liam Griffin tells of the family business Liam Griffin tells of the family business http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20190901e1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20190901e1.mp3 7:35 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 01 Sep 2019 12:30:00 +0000 Genevieve Sheehan on the customized SheenCo travel services for visitors to Ireland Genevieve Sheehan on the customized SheenCo travel services for visitors to Ireland http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20190901c1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20190901c1.mp3 8:47 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 01 Sep 2019 12:20:00 +0000 John Higgins of the National Heritage on The Gian's Causeway ExperienceTrust John Higgins of the National Heritage on The Gian's Causeway ExperienceTrust http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20190901b1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20190901b1.mp3 10:59 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 01 Sep 2019 12:10:00 +0000 Colin Wynne of Moloney & Kelly describes their travel services Colin Wynne of Moloney & Kelly describes their travel services http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20190901a1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20190901a1.mp3 9:06 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 01 Sep 2019 12:00:00 +0000 Kathleen Zuk, Ottawa Rose 2019 Hello! My name is Kathleen Zuk and I am proud of my Irish roots, which hail from Carrickmacross, Co. Monaghan, on my maternal side. I am 28 years old and originally from Montreal. In 2015 I graduated from Concordia University with a Bachelor of Commerce; Finance Major and International Business Minor.&l;/p&g; &l;p&g;I am currently pursuing my career at Export Development Canada in Finance Operations. I feel privileged to work for a company with strong female leadership (our current CEO is from Northern Ireland!), who continues to support Canadian businesses, and female entrepreneurs.&l;/p&g; &l;p&g;I love to travel and have been lucky enough to have visited 30 countries. I have always been very involved in sport and took dance lessons for many years. Since being introduced to Gaelic Football in 2012, it has become a big part of my life. I started off playing with the Montreal Shamrocks, joined the Liverpool Wolfetones while living in England, and currently play on an almost entirely Canadian born team in Ottawa. Every day, I am inspired by the strength of the women I play with as well as our coach, who are all leaders both on and off the pitch. I’m very much looking forward to being part of the festival and this incredible community of women!

]]> Kathleen Zuk, Ottawa Rose 2019 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20190825c1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20190825c1.mp3 12:39 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 25 Aug 2019 12:45:00 +0000 Sarah O'Shea Western Canada Rose 2019 talking about her experiences. Hello! My name is Sarah O’Shea, and I am delighted to be representing Western Canada in the 2019 Rose of Tralee Festival. I grew up in Cork, but took on a new life adventure by moving to Calgary, Alberta in 2015. I am currently working as a Structural Engineer-In-Training in Calgary, with an amazing company, who support and help to empower women in engineering.

I am a firm believer that you can do anything with a bit of hard work and dedication. I love the challenges and rewards of my job, and couldn’t imagine myself doing anything else. As I have been in Canada for over four years now, I am super excited that I’ll be eligible to apply to become a Canadian citizen in August of this year. I am lucky enough to call Alberta my home away from home. Living in such a beautiful part of the world, with the mountains on your doorstep, gives a wonderful opportunity to spend lots of time in the outdoors; mainly hiking and camping in the summer, and snowboarding in the winter months. I am really excited for this adventure, and cannot wait to experience everything the Rose of Tralee has to offer.  See you soon Ireland!!

]]> Sarah O'Shea Western Canada Rose 2019 talking about her experiences. http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20190825b1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20190825b1.mp3 11:02 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 25 Aug 2019 12:30:00 +0000 In the early 14th century the Earl of Desmond, head of the Geraldines, made hereditary Knights of 3 illegitimate sons he had sired with the wives of various Irish chieftains, creating them the White Knight, Green Knight of Kerry & Black Knight of Glin. The FitzGeralds first settled here in the 1200·s at nearby Shanid Castle following the Norman invasion of Ireland. Their war cry was Shanid Abu!  (Shanid forever in Gaelic). In the early 14th century the Earl of Desmond, head of the Geraldines, made hereditary Knights of 3 illegitimate sons he had sired with the wives of various Irish chieftains, creating them the White Knight, the Green Knight of Kerry and the Black Knight of Glin. For seven centuries they defended their lands against the troops of Elizabeth I, and during the Cromwellian plantation and Penal laws.Several colourful characters have held the title, including Edmund, Knight of Glin, whose son was taken hostage and tied to the mouth of a cannon during the famous Siege of Glin in 1601; to the much loved 25th ·Knight of the Women·, who installed mistresses in each of the Gothic lodges; to ·Cracked Jack· the 26th knight, who used to ride his horse up the flying staircase to bed.The 29th and last Knight, Desmond, was perhaps one of the most colourful of all. A respected scholar of Irish art, he also kept the FitzGerald tradition of entertaining and hospitality alive in the castle, something which continues to this day. His grandson will become the 30th.The FitzGeralds first settled here in the 1200’s at nearby Shanid Castle following the Norman invasion of Ireland. Their war cry was Shanid Abu!  (Shanid forever in Gaelic). In the early 14th century the Earl of Desmond, head of the Geraldines, made hereditary Knights of 3 illegitimate sons he had sired with the wives of various Irish chieftains, creating them the White Knight, the Green Knight of Kerry and the Black Knight of Glin. For seven centuries they defended their lands against the troops of Elizabeth I, and during the Cromwellian plantation and Penal laws.Several colourful characters have held the title, including Edmund, Knight of Glin, whose son was taken hostage and tied to the mouth of a cannon during the famous Siege of Glin in 1601; to the much loved 25th “Knight of the Women”, who installed mistresses in each of the Gothic lodges; to “Cracked Jack” the 26th knight, who used to ride his horse up the flying staircase to bed.The 29th and last Knight, Desmond, was perhaps one of the most colourful of all. A respected scholar of Irish art, he also kept the FitzGerald tradition of entertaining and hospitality alive in the castle, something which continues to this day. His grandson will become the 30th.

]]> In the early 14th century the Earl of Desmond, head of the Geraldines, made hereditary Knights of 3 illegitimate sons he had sired with the wives of various Irish chieftains, creating them the White Knight, Green Knight of Kerry & Black Knight of Glin. http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20190825a1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20190825a1.mp3 26:25 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 25 Aug 2019 12:00:00 +0000 Brian O'Neill, Gavin Sheridan explored the challenges and opportunities that digital and social media opens in our society and the growing case, across Europe, for online content regulation and controls. Panellists explored the challenges and opportunities that digital and social media opens in our society and the growing case, across Europe, for online content regulation and controls.

Panelists discussed questions such as; How do we balance the civil freedom of expression that online provides while protecting the common good? What is the balance of responsibilities of the Internet global companies behind social media platforms like Twitter and Facebook and how well is Ireland facing up to these challenges?The group of panelists brought together academics and practitioners who will contribute their expertise, insight and academic research to the discussion.

Professor Brian O'Neill, Director of Research and Dean of the Graduate Research School at TU Dublin, City Campus.Gavin Sheridan is CEO and co-founder of Vizlegal—a global API and intelligence tool for law. He is the former Director of Innovation at Storyful. Professor Eugenia Siapera is Professor of Information and Communication Studies and Head of the School of Information and Communication Studies, UCD.

The panel discussion was facilitated by Helen Shaw, CEO Athena Media and member of the RIA's Social Sciences Committee

]]> Brian O'Neill, Gavin Sheridan explored the challenges and opportunities that digital and social media opens in our society and the growing case, across Europe, for online content regulation and controls. http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=201908181.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=201908181.mp3 1:02:41 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 18 Aug 2019 12:00:00 +0000 SiarScéal Festival 2019 takes place over two days, commencing on Friday, 11 October and continuing through Saturday, 12 October at Roscommon County Library HQ in Roscommon Town. SiarScéal Festival 2019 takes place over two days, commencing on Friday, 11 October and continuing through Saturday, 12 October at Roscommon County Library HQ in Roscommon Town.

SiarScéal is a historical, literary, bilingual festival hosted annually and inspired by the culture and heritage of County Roscommon, in the heart of the Irish midlands. SiarScéal celebrates the lives and history of the people of Roscommon, both nationally and globally, through the medium of poetry, prose, short stories.   Is féile dhátheangach, féile stairiúil, liteartha é SiarScéal atá á eagrú gach bliain i gContae Ros Comáin, spreagtha ag cultúr agus oidhreacht Ros Comáin. Ceiliúríonn SiarScéal saol agus stair muintir Ros Comáin, go náisiúnta agus go domhanda, trí mheán próis, filíochta, agus gearrscéalta.   SiarScéal also hosts the annual Hanna Greally Literary Awards, which include the Ger Hanily Memorial Cup, a literary competition which has run every year since the festival began in 2007. Entries are invited from all over the world. Full details about the competition, including themes, prizes, closing dates for entries, previous winners are posted to our website.   Numerous publications sponsored by SiarScéal are on sale and available to buy online. These include books, anthologies, CDs and reflect the array of talent that the Festival has attracted over the years.   SiarScéal is a voluntary organisation, supported by public subscriptions as well as funding in the form of endowments and grants, together with sponsorship from local businesses. The festival and events that we organise are open to the general public; we welcome visitors from near and far. Donations that we receive, for any amount, however small, support this work and help us to plan future festivals and events.   You can keep in touch with SiarScéal, receive periodic updates about future festivals, competitions, new and forthcoming publications, etc. by subscribing to our News Service.

 

]]> SiarScéal Festival 2019 takes place over two days, commencing on Friday, 11 October and continuing through Saturday, 12 October at Roscommon County Library HQ in Roscommon Town. http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20190811c1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20190811c1.mp3 16:47 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 11 Aug 2019 12:40:00 +0000 The theme of this year’s Thomas D’Arcy McGee Summer School in Carlingford on 20th and 21st August, 2019 reflects the instability evident in the lives of our politicians, businessmen, academics and the wider communities – north and south, east and west. The theme of ththe 2019 Thomas D’Arcy McGee Summer School in Carlingford on 20th and 21st August reflects the instability evident in the lives of our politicians, businessmen, academics and the wider communities – north and south, east and west.

Thomas D’Arcy McGee is, without doubt, Carlingford’s most famous son. A rebel in 1848, he would become a liberal-conservative Father of Canadian Confederation in 1867; the following year, he was assassinated by a Fenian who believed that he had betrayed the cause of Ireland. On one thing, though, his friends and enemies could agree: he was one of the greatest orators and journalists of his generation. Colourful, controversial, vivacious and brilliant, D’Arcy McGee stood for minority rights, the reconciliation of the Orange and the Green, an open, pluralistic society, and generosity of spirit. He was, in many respects, a model for our own time.

 

]]> The theme of this year’s Thomas D’Arcy McGee Summer School in Carlingford on 20th and 21st August, 2019 reflects the instability evident in the lives of our politicians, businessmen, academics and the wider communities – north and south, east and west. http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20190811b1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20190811b1.mp3 20:24 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 11 Aug 2019 12:20:00 +0000 Ireland Park is the principal memorial to the Irish Famine experience in Toronto. It is a bridge from the past to the future. It is a bridge that links two nations and two cities. It is the story of a destitute people overcoming unimaginable hardship and Ireland Park is a statement of confidence in the ongoing restoration of the quays and the extension of the Waterfront Trail around the edges of Eireann Quay, linking it to the rest of the city. Though access to the park is guided by lighting and signage, designating its relatively isolated location, the park forms a quiet retreat, waiting to be discovered. Ireland Park has taken a lead in the future development of the surrounding area, existing as both destination and ‘sacred space,’ expressing in a contemporary manner the history of the city.

The design of Ireland Park needed to be in harmony with the powerful emotive energy evident in the sculptures situated in the park, created by Irish artist Rowan Gillespie. The massive, craggy, sculptural rock-face of black Kilkenny limestone was obviously the right material to fill this need. A technical approach was devised to make smaller pieces of stone convey the feeling of massive rock and generate the effect of size, scale, texture and emotional energy. The names of 675 famine migrants, who died in Toronto in 1847, are located in the openings cut into the rock, evocative of the fossils in the stone, where they too can be similarly discovered. The stone material greatly influenced the design; the light-grey sawn faces of the Kilkenny limestone provide an ideal surface for the inscription of the Famine immigrants’ names, just as the roughness of the stone simultaneously evokes the battered bow of a ship, as well as the shoreline of the west of Ireland, the departure point for many emigrants in Ireland.

The stone work has set new standards in technical achievement. Without extensive structural engineering, the gravity-defying sculptural qualities of the stone columns could not have been executed. The structure is a combination of reinforced concrete and stone. After dark, the park assumes different moods as the glass cylinder is illuminated and the cuts through the wall are softly up-lit to reveal the inscribed names. Pole-mounted lighting causes the concrete silos to glow, and theatre lighting, mounted in one side of the low bench wall, highlights the gaunt immigrants, casting large shadows on the silo walls.

 

]]> Ireland Park is the principal memorial to the Irish Famine experience in Toronto. It is a bridge from the past to the future. It is a bridge that links two nations and two cities. It is the story of a destitute people overcoming unimaginable hardship and http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20190811a1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20190811a1.mp3 12:54 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 11 Aug 2019 12:00:00 +0000 Grant Vogl is the Collections and Exhibitions Manager at Bytown Museum and tells of the wealth of Irihs history housed there. After “considerable talk among the ladies of the city” about the preservation of Ottawa’s rich cultural heritage, the Women’s Canadian Historical Society of Ottawa was formed in June of 1898. With the motto of “Love Thou Thy Land” their goal was “to encourage the collection and preservation of Canadian historical records and relics and to foster Canadian loyalty and patriotism.” The WCHSO laid the foundation for what would later become the BYTOWN MUSEUM.The early years of the WCHSO consisted of the writing historical papers, regular meetings and “Loan Exhibitions” – displays that brought together artefacts from the private collections of the members and local history enthusiasts. By 1917 the burgeoning WCHSO was in dire need of a permanent home. After years of wandering, the former City Registry Office, located at 70 Nicholas Street, was acquired and renamed the Bytown Historical Museum. The Museum was opened on October 25, 1917 by Mayor Harold Fisher as “a museum for relics and souvenirs;” celebrating the occasion with its most comprehensive loans exhibition yet. Many of the items loaned would become some of the first permanent accessions into the collection, allowing the WCHSO to finally begin to fulfill its original mandate to collect and preserve.After years of collecting, with a boom in the 1930s, the WCHSO was once again on the lookout for a larger more suitable home. In 1948 the Commissariat at the Ottawa Locks was proposed. Significant funds were raised to make urgent repairs to the dilapidated building and the WCHSO took possession of the building in September of 1951. Despite being described as “encrusted with century-old dust and grime” with deteriorated plaster, a leaking roof and an inadequate electrical system, the Building Committee report described the Commissariat as the “perfect setting for the BYTOWN MUSEUM.” After much needed renovations, the BYTOWN MUSEUM opened its doors in the Commissariat (our present location) on June 27, 1952. The Society opened its membership to men and changed its name to the Historical Society of Ottawa in 1956.unescoThe 1980s was an era of exciting growth for the HSO; first with the inaugural publication of the Bytown Pamphlet Series and later, under the leadership of their new landlord, Parks Canada, the complete renovation and restoration of the Commissariat between 1982 and 1984. When the Museum reopened in 1985 BYTOWN MUSEUM Treasures highlighted key artefacts and recent acquisitions including some of our most iconic pieces.

]]> Grant Vogl is the Collections and Exhibitions Manager at Bytown Museum and tells of the wealth of Irihs history housed there. http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=201908041.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=201908041.mp3 59:25 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 04 Aug 2019 12:00:00 +0000 Nick McCarthy, the Director of Marketing, Communications and Community Outreach provides an insight into some of those people and their historical impact on Ottawa and Canada. Many Irish born and the descendents of Irish immigrants are buriewd at Beechwood Cemetery in Ottawa. Nick McCarthy, the Director of Marketing, Communications and Community Outreach provides an insight into some of those people and their historical impact on Ottawa and Canada.Beechwood Funeral, Cemetery & Cremation Services was founded in 1873 just fourteen years after Queen Victoria selected Ottawa as the capital of the Dominion of Canada. At that time, city council had decreed burials were not permitted within the city limits, so Beechwood was located beyond what were then Ottawa’s boundaries. Stretching over 160-acres of land, Beechwood now resides on part of the original McPhail farm (100 acres) and the MacKay/Keefer estates. It became a prime example of the type of rural cemetery that emerged in the United States and Canada in the 19th century characterized by winding roads, picturesque vistas, wooded groves, unique landscaping, as well as monuments and markers of considerable architectural and historical interest.The original shareholders of The Beechwood Cemetery Company of Ottawa were prominent residents, led by Joseph M. Currier. After his death, Currier’s home became the official house of Canada’s Prime Ministers.Originally perceived to be the Anglo-Protestant cemetery of Ottawa, today Beechwood is a reflection of Canada’s identity as a multicultural, multi-faith society with sections reserved for religious and ethno-cultural communities. This shift began in the 1920’s when the Chinese community wanted to have a section within the cemetery. Beechwood, being one of the oldest and largest cemeteries in Ottawa, naturally was the perfect fit to be the final resting place for their community. It is designed according to Chinese religious principles, and distinguished by a Pagoda to honour the community’s ancestors.

]]> Nick McCarthy, the Director of Marketing, Communications and Community Outreach provides an insight into some of those people and their historical impact on Ottawa and Canada. http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=201907281.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=201907281.mp3 59:09 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 28 Jul 2019 12:00:00 +0000 Shane Lowry is an Irish professional golfer who plays on the European Tour and the PGA Tour. His notable achievements include winning the Irish Open as an amateur in 2009. Shane Lowry is an Irish professional golfer who plays on the European Tour and the PGA Tour. His notable achievements include winning the Irish Open as an amateur in 2009.Born in Clara, County Offaly, Shane is the son of Offaly 1982 All-Ireland winning footballer Brendan Lowry and Bridget Scanlon.Shane was the 2007 Irish Amateur Close Champion, defeating Niall Turner 4 & 3 in the final. While still an amateur in May 2009, he won The Irish Open on the European Tour, defeating Robert Rock on the third hole of a sudden death playoff.

]]> Shane Lowry is an Irish professional golfer who plays on the European Tour and the PGA Tour. His notable achievements include winning the Irish Open as an amateur in 2009. http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20090614a1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20090614a1.mp3 7:13 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Mon, 22 Jul 2019 12:05:00 +0000 The Famine Walk took place from May 27th - Jun 1st 2019 as a group followed the footsteps of the 1,490 tenants from Mahon’s Strokestown Park House estate, who were escorted by a bailiff to Dublin to ensure they boarded ship in 1847 Mark McGowanSpecialist in the religious, social, and communications history of Canada and Ireland. Author of the award-winning books Catholics at the Gathering Place: Historical Essays on the Archdiocese of Toronto (1992) and The Waning of the Green: Catholics, the Irish and Identity in Toronto, 1887-1922 (McGill-Queen’s 1999); Michael Power: The Struggle to Build the Catholic Church on the Canadian Frontier (McGill-Queen’s, 2005); he has recently completed a revisionist work on the Irish Famine migration to Canada (for the CHA Canadian Ethnic Groups Series) and a short award-winning book for the Ireland Park Foundation: Death or Canada: The Irish Famine Migration to Toronto, 1847 and Toronto. He is currently researching the evolution of religious broadcasting in Canada and writing a book on Canada’s Irish Catholics during the Great War. A recipient of four University Teaching Awards, he served as  Principal of St. Michael’s College from 2002 to 2011, and as Acting Vice-Provost, Students, for the University of Toronto for part of 2013.

]]> The Famine Walk took place from May 27th - Jun 1st 2019 as a group followed the footsteps of the 1,490 tenants from Mahon’s Strokestown Park House estate, who were escorted by a bailiff to Dublin to ensure they boarded ship in 1847 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20190721b1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20190721b1.mp3 25:16 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 21 Jul 2019 12:30:00 +0000 On 30th May 2019, a group of walkers iarrived at the Jeanie Johnston Famine Ship in Dublinhaving walked from Strokestown Park the new officially accredited 165km national heritage trail – the National Famine Way. Caroilin CalleryCaroilin is a Director of a number of successful property and childcare businesses.  She is also a Director of the Westward Group, the company that saved Strokestown Park in the late 1970’s. She is recognised for her work to build connections and international recognition for Strokestown and Roscommon to many universities and institutions across the world. These include very successful partnerships with Quinnipiac University, Connecticut, Boston College and the University of Toronto.On Thursday 30th May 2019, a group of walkers including international Famine experts arrived at the Jeanie Johnston Famine Ship and EPIC, The Irish Emigration Museum from the National Famine Museum at Strokestown Park (Roscommon), having completed the new officially accredited 165km national heritage trail – the National Famine Way.Singer-songwriter Declan O’Rourke (Chronicles of the Great Irish Famine Album) launched the National Famine Way at EPIC, The Irish Emigration Museum when the Strokestown Famine walkers concluded the six-day walk commemorating the poignant ill-fated journey of 1,490 famine emigrants who walked from Strokestown Park to ships in Dublin in 1847, at the height of the Irish Famine.In 2019, 172 years later, the Famine walkers re-enacted this journey on the new waymarked National Famine Way along rural Roscommon roads and the beautifully evocative Royal Canal through counties Longford, Westmeath, Meath, Kildare and arriving in Dublin.“The National Famine Way is part of an ambitious outreach programme from the National Famine Museum at Strokestown Park, which brings the story of the Great Famine out from behind the museum walls and aims to reconnect people with their history in an innovative way from west to east – from Ireland’s Hidden Heartlands to Ireland’s Ancient East”, said Caroilin Callery of the Irish Heritage Trust and the National Famine Museum who was leading the Walk.The National Famine Way is topped and tailed by two iconic museums – The National Famine Museum and EPIC The Irish Emigration Museum / Jeannie Johnston Replica Famine Ship, adding depth and integrity to this thought-provoking trail. Approximately thirty pairs of interactive bronze 19th century children’s shoe sculptures set on plinths are interspersed along the route.Walkers included Cathal Póirtéir (writer, broadcaster and former RTÉ Radio1 journalist,) Professor Mark McGowan (University of Toronto, Death or Canada Docudrama) and Dr. Christine Kinealy (Ireland’s Great Hunger Institute at Quinnipiac University, Connecticut, USA).Children’s author Marita Conlan-McKenna (Under The Hawthorn Tree) released daily instalments of her new E-Book commissioned for the National Famine Way – inspired by the story of 12-year-old Daniel Tighe one of the 1,490 who survived the journey to Quebec in 1847 and whose descendants visited Strokestown Park in 2013.Caroilin Callery said that the walkers were delighted with the support along the route over the past six days, including many schools and local communities. “In walking in the footsteps of our missing Strokestown 1,490, we hope to honour their legacy and spread the word as we continue to work to trace some of the descendants of those who survived this walk and emigrated to Canada and the United States. Go online to www.nationalfamineway.ie to join the search and help us find the #Missing1490,” continued Ms. Callery.The National Famine Way is an integrated inter County collaboration between Waterways Ireland and county councils along the route: Roscommon, Longford, Westmeath, Meath, Kildare, Fingal and Dublin. It is being developed by Strokestown Park House, the National Famine Museum, and the Irish Heritage Trust in partnership with Waterways Ireland, the ADAPT Centre for Digital Content Technology, and EPIC The Irish Emigration Museum.

]]> On 30th May 2019, a group of walkers iarrived at the Jeanie Johnston Famine Ship in Dublinhaving walked from Strokestown Park the new officially accredited 165km national heritage trail – the National Famine Way. http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20190721a1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20190721a1.mp3 25:14 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 21 Jul 2019 12:00:00 +0000 Fanaid - Tradition Music Group from Belfast - recently toured Eastern Ontario. Joe Campbell McArdle, Kevin McCullagh, Fiona Ni MhearainKevin McCullagh is a fiddle player, sound artist and DJ from Belfast, where he has been an active member of the traditional music scene for over 20 years. His fiddle playing draws inspiration from the music of Donegal where he holidayed as child. He is in demand as a session musician and teaches fiddle classes for the community arts organisation BelfastTrad. He has an ongoing creative partnership with fellow Belfast fiddle player Conor Caldwell, appearing on his album ‘To Belfast…’ released in 2018 to much critical acclaim. Fióna Ní Mhearáin is a flute player, singer and fluent Irish speaker from Belfast who began learning music as a child at tin-whistle classes by the outstanding Belfast flute player Davy Maguire. This planted the seed for a love of Irish flute playing and particularly the strong and rhythmic Northern flute style. An experienced teacher, she has a passion for education & community arts and delivers tin whistle classes for children at BelfastTrad. She is also a member of the traditional three piece female harmony group Sí, with Maria Rafferty and Clair McGreevy. Making waves on the Irish music scene and beyond with an infectious blend of traditional tunes and modern-day protest songs, the music of the lonesome foursome has been described by some as “conscience filled, trippy, happy folk”, and by others as “wonderful, buttery folk fusion” so let's spread the word.Lonesome George emerged from the north's vibrant folk scene with a sound that is both familiar and left-field, with an exciting fusion of traditional tunes and contemporary songwriting that lends an immediacy to their sound which can sometimes be all too rare to find.At the heart of the band is the songwriting duo of Joe Campbell-McArdle and Myles McCormack, two lifelong friends who dipped their toes in the pool of traditional music while in their teens and have blossomed and grown together musically ever since.

]]> Fanaid - Tradition Music Group from Belfast - recently toured Eastern Ontario. http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20190714c1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20190714c1.mp3 16:03 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 14 Jul 2019 12:50:00 +0000 Andy Irvine is one of the great Irish singers, his voice one of a handful of truly great ones that gets to the very soul of Ireland. Andy Irvine is one of the great Irish singers, his voice one of a handful of truly great ones that gets to the very soul of Ireland. He has been hailed as "a tradition in himself." Musician, singer and songwriter, Andy has maintained his highly individual performing skills throughout his over 50-year career. From Sweeney's Men in the mid 60s, to the enormous success of Planxty in the 70s, his duo with Paul Brady in the later 70s and then from Patrick Street to Mozaik, LAPD and Usher’s Island, Andy has been a world music pioneer and an icon for traditional music and musicians.As a soloist, Andy fills the role of the archetypal troubadour with a show and a travelling lifestyle that reflect his lifelong influence, Woody Guthrie. To quote The Irish Times, "Often copied, never equalled", his repertoire consists of Irish traditional songs, dexterous Balkan dances and a compelling canon of his own self-penned songs.Andy Irvine first made his mark with the seminal band - "Sweeney's Men" in 1966 but after two years he left and travelled 'way out yonder' by 'the sunburnt thumb' to Bulgaria, Romania and Yugoslavia, earning his living as a street musician and absorbing the musical traditions of the Balkans.Returning to Ireland in 1970, Andy united with Christy Moore, Dónal Lunny and Liam O'Flynn to form Planxty, fanning the flames of Irish traditional music well into the next and future generations. Planxty broke up - for the first time - in late 1975 and Andy performed and recorded with Paul Brady, making the classic album "Andy Irvine & Paul Brady" in 1976. He also worked and recorded brieefly with De Dannan before re-uniting with Planxty in 1979 until it's second break up in 1983.Andy's first solo album "Rainy Sundays...Windy Dreams" followed, as well as "Parallel Lines" a duo album with the great Scottish troubadour - Dick Gaughan.In 1985 Andy formed "Mosaic", a pan-European band that included Dónal Lunny and Hungarian singer Marta Sebestyen. The band lasted for one blissful summer and Andy returned to solo work.

]]> Andy Irvine is one of the great Irish singers, his voice one of a handful of truly great ones that gets to the very soul of Ireland. http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20190714b1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20190714b1.mp3 24:00 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 14 Jul 2019 12:20:00 +0000 Jamie McKeogh - JigJam are a multi-award winning quartet from the heart of the midlands in Ireland. JigJam are a multi-award winning quartet from the heart of the midlands in Ireland. Blending the best of traditional Irish music with Bluegrass and Americana in a new genre which has been branded as 'I-Grass' (Irish influenced Bluegrass), their onstage energy along with their virtuosic musical ability has captivated audiences throughout the world."Here's an Irish band that's going to impact the world as hard as Clancy Brothers or U2 if they get only half a chance." MIDWEST RECORDSJamie McKeogh, Cathal Guinan and Daithi Melia all hail from Tullamore, Co.Offaly with Co. Tipperary born Gavin Strappe completing the quartet. All four members grew up immersed in Irish traditional music and culture which is reflected by the band collectively achieving over twenty All-Ireland titles at Fleadh Cheoil na hÉireann competitions. They have now developed their own unique style of music influenced by American Folk music whilst staying true to their Irish roots. Described as 'The best Irish group so far in bluegrass' this sharply dressed outfit deliver an energy-fuelled, foot-stomping live performance. All multi-instrumentalists, JigJam interchange between banjos, guitars, fiddles, mandolins and double bass onstage which creates an experience which is pleasing to both the eye and the ear.JigJam have recorded two studio albums (OH BOY! 2014 & HELLO WORLD 2016) to critical acclaim as well as a live album (LIVE IN TULLAMORE 2017). They have made a huge impact on the Irish American circuit performing as a headline act at all the major festivals including the world-renowned Milwaukee Irish Fest as well as touring various parts of the UK and Europe.

]]> Jamie McKeogh - JigJam are a multi-award winning quartet from the heart of the midlands in Ireland. http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20190714a1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20190714a1.mp3 10:22 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 14 Jul 2019 12:00:00 +0000 Joe Mc Gowan - Sligo Heritage Shortly after his return to Ireland from the USA, Joe Mc Gowan, becoming keenly aware of the accelerating pace of change in the Irish countryside, decided to record the old lore before it vanished completely. Since that time he has been dedicated to preserving, visually and orally, Ireland ’s disappearing traditions and customs. Now a full-time writer his books, backed by meticulous archival research, are inspired by countless nights spent visiting the older generation and listening to their tales. His short stories, usually cameos of Irish life both past and present, feature frequently in national magazines and on radio. He is also a Heritage Specialist with the Irish National Teachers Organisation ‘Heritage in Schools Scheme’.His publications include the classic In the Shadow of Benbulben; Echoes of a Savage Land; Constance Markievicz, the People’s Countess; Co. Sligo Famine Book; Inishmurray, Gale, Stone and Fire; Island Voices, and most recently, co-authored with artist Anne Osborne: Sligo, Land of Destiny.

]]> Joe Mc Gowan - Sligo Heritage http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20190707b1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20190707b1.mp3 26:55 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 07 Jul 2019 12:30:00 +0000 Gearóid Óhallmhuráin & Georges Kavanagh For generations, the Kavanagh family have preserved and sometimes even defended the memory of the Irish shipwreck survivors in Gaspé . In recent years, Georges went so far as to persuade Parks Canada to protect the mass grave on the shores of Cap des Rosiers and secure DNA testing. Georges never tired being a witness to history and to Ireland's integration of Irish-speaking Sligo emigrants into french-speaking Canada.I'd love to see my friend and project collaborator oral historian Georges Kavanagh, his wife Agathe O'Connor and all the other descendants of Irish famine shipwrecks get their day in the sun! Furthermore, the Lost Children of the Carricks Documentary places a spotlight on the Irish in rural Canada

]]> Gearóid Óhallmhuráin & Georges Kavanagh http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20190707a1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20190707a1.mp3 33:34 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 07 Jul 2019 12:00:00 +0000 Michele Nicoletti is Professor of Political Philosophy at the University of Trento. Thanks to the RIA for permission to share this lecture.Professor Nicoletti discusses how fear, intolerance, resentment, hatred, mistrust in the ruling classes are seriously affecting Europan countries. Representative democracies are showing an increasing weakness and lack of efficacy in governing the great contemporary challenges, such as climate changes, migrations or the protection of social rights. The overlapping of different democracy levels (local, national, international) does not help. These difficulties are not new, but it is clear that the meaning and practices of democracy in Europe require a new theoretical and practical effort to regain the trust of citizens. This effort should start with an in-depth analysis of the present situation. In this context, the fear of self-dispossession can be identified as a feature common to contemporary societies. This fear can either draw regressive responses, such as instable self-identification with charismatic leaders or populist movements, or can foster emancipation. The latter is possible through a vigorous re-proposal of the principle of ‘self-belonging’, understood as, on the one hand, the aspiration that one’s dignity is respected, and, on the other, that the irreducibility and inviolability of the Self be recognized. This principle can serve as the foundation for not only an existential perspective of the liberty and relationality of the individual, but also a vision of society based upon respect for basic universal rights and discursive and participatory procedures which extend from the local to the global level. This vision entails an idea of democracy which aims to be truth-sensitive, non-paternalistic, transparent and responsive, and can serve as a new conceptual basis for rethinking Europe as a community of peoples and States based on the recognition of diversity and mutual respect.

]]> Michele Nicoletti is Professor of Political Philosophy at the University of Trento. http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=201906301.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=201906301.mp3 52:05 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 30 Jun 2019 12:00:00 +0000 Dimitri Lazarev -CIS Force works to provide companies all over the world with access to the best talents of Eastern Europe and Russia in a reliable, fair and transparent way. With HQ offices in Naas and operating from Galway CIS Force works to provide companies all over the world with access to the best talents of Eastern Europe and Russia in a reliable, fair and transparent way.

Dimitri Lazarev, expert in tech staff outsourcing, over 6 years of software engineering and leadership background in Mera (Russia/Switzerland) and Avaya (Ireland), successful manager of remote teams. Bachelor’s and Master’s degree in Business Informatics.

]]> Dimitri Lazarev -CIS Force works to provide companies all over the world with access to the best talents of Eastern Europe and Russia in a reliable, fair and transparent way. http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20190623d1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20190623d1.mp3 13:30 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 23 Jun 2019 13:45:00 +0000 GuardYoo helps to address key cybersecurity concerns. GuardYoo helps to address  key cybersecurity concerns.GuardYoo Analytical Engine is the result of years of GuardYoo·s Founders and Team heavy-duty practice of providing cutting-edge cyber threat assessment services to enterprise clients and acting as first responder to dozens of recent most sophisticated cyberattacks.Tim Sexton from Cork tells the story.

]]> GuardYoo helps to address key cybersecurity concerns. http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20190623c1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20190623c1.mp3 16:42 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 23 Jun 2019 13:30:00 +0000 Gary McDarby was a founding director of Camara (www.camara.ie) - a not for profit entity that refurbishes discarded computers with open source software and distributes them to schools in Africa. Edge analytics and AI company providing solutions and support for companies wanting to enter the rapidly growing IoT world. Gary Mc Darby graduated from UCD in 1988 in electronic engineering (1st Class). He worked as an R&D engineer in the areas of digital audio and video and also spent some years as an avionics engineer. In 1995 he completed a full-time Masters degree in Digital Signal Processing and mobile communications in UCD and then worked as an ASIC design engineer with Massana.He was the external examiner for the University of Limerick Graduate Diploma/Masters in Digital Media for Education (2005-2010) and he has an ongoing research associateship with the UCD Complex Adaptive Systems Laboratory.He was a founding director of Camara (www.camara.ie) - a  not for profit entity that refurbishes discarded computers with open source software and distributes them to schools in Africa. He founded the Liberties Computer Clubhouse project in 2003 (www.theclubhouse.ie). The Computer Clubhouse uses state of the art technology to empower and enable vulnerable young people who are struggling in mainstream education.

]]> Gary McDarby was a founding director of Camara (www.camara.ie) - a not for profit entity that refurbishes discarded computers with open source software and distributes them to schools in Africa. http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20190623b1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20190623b1.mp3 18:45 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 23 Jun 2019 13:15:00 +0000 Ciaran Haughey spends about one-third of his working life on the road and while he enjoys meeting people and visiting new places, dining on his own is one aspect of business travels he dislikes.  Dining alone?You don·t need to any more!Connect with similar professionals who will be in the same location at the same time as you and meet them over lunch or dinner using the new Table 4 one App. The Table 4 one App is Designed and built by professionals for professionals! Having spent many years of travelling on business and uttering that pitiful phrase ·Table 4 one, please?· in lots of restaurants and hotels, only to look around and see several other people in the same predicament, we felt that there had to be a better way.Believing that someone at the table across from you, sitting alone looking at their phone, could be a highly valuable business contact, led us to creating a way to connect with them.Ciaran Haughey spends about one-third of his working life on the road and while he enjoys meeting people and visiting new places, dining on his own is one aspect of business travels he dislikes. The businessman has turned his discomfort with sitting alone in restaurants into a company.The idea for Table4one came to him a couple of years ago during a business trip in Manchester. He was eating out, and looking around the restaurant, he observed 10 others sitting at tables alone, looking at their phones to pass the time.·On business, I·d rather travel or meet up with someone I don·t really like than have to eat out alone·.  Dining alone?You don’t need to any more!Connect with similar professionals who will be in the same location at the same time as you and meet them over lunch or dinner using the new Table 4 one App. The Table 4 one App is Designed and built by professionals for professionals! Having spent many years of travelling on business and uttering that pitiful phrase “Table 4 one, please?” in lots of restaurants and hotels, only to look around and see several other people in the same predicament, we felt that there had to be a better way.Believing that someone at the table across from you, sitting alone looking at their phone, could be a highly valuable business contact, led us to creating a way to connect with them.Ciaran Haughey spends about one-third of his working life on the road and while he enjoys meeting people and visiting new places, dining on his own is one aspect of business travels he dislikes. The businessman has turned his discomfort with sitting alone in restaurants into a company.The idea for Table4one came to him a couple of years ago during a business trip in Manchester. He was eating out, and looking around the restaurant, he observed 10 others sitting at tables alone, looking at their phones to pass the time.“On business, I’d rather travel or meet up with someone I don’t really like than have to eat out alone”.

]]> Ciaran Haughey spends about one-third of his working life on the road and while he enjoys meeting people and visiting new places, dining on his own is one aspect of business travels he dislikes. http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20190623a1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20190623a1.mp3 10:14 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 23 Jun 2019 13:00:00 +0000 Anne Griffin began writing in 2013, and in 2015 undertook an MA in Creative Writing in UCD studying under James Ryan, Éilis Ní Dhuibhne, Frank McGuinness, Lia Mills, Paul Perry and Anne Enright. Anne Griffin was born in Dublin in 1969. She received a BA History from UCD. Over the following eight years, She worked for Waterstones in Dublin and London. She left the bookselling trade to undertake a Post Graduate Diploma in Community and Youth Work in Maynooth University. She has worked with various charities over the last twenty years including Women’s Aid, Youth Work Ireland and the Dyslexia Association of Ireland.She began writing in 2013, and in 2015 undertook an MA in Creative Writing in UCD studying under James Ryan, Éilis Ní Dhuibhne, Frank McGuinness, Lia Mills, Paul Perry and Anne Enright.She was awarded the John McGahern Award for Literature, recognising previous and current works. She has been shortlisted for the Hennessy New Irish Writing Awards with her short story ‘Grace’; shortlisted for the Sunday Business Post Short Story Award for ‘Some Tiny Clue’ and for the Benedict Kiely Competition with ‘Mr. Henry’. She was a recipient of an Arts Grant through Westmeath County Council.Her short story work has been published in The Stinging Fly, The Irish Times, Crannóg, The Lonely Crowd, Ogham Stone, The Incubator, The Weekend Read For Books’ Sake, and Bunker, a collection of short stories published by Cork County Libraries.Her debut novel ‘When All Is Said’ is published by Sceptre in the UK and Ireland and by Thomas Dunne Books in the US and Canada. It will also be published by Rowohlt Verlag, Germany, Delcourt, France, Harper Collins Holland, Netherlands, Wydawnictwo Czarna, Poland, and Tyto Alba, Lithuania, Minoas SA, Greece, Pioneer Books, Hungary and Penn Publishing, Israel.

]]> Anne Griffin began writing in 2013, and in 2015 undertook an MA in Creative Writing in UCD studying under James Ryan, Éilis Ní Dhuibhne, Frank McGuinness, Lia Mills, Paul Perry and Anne Enright. http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20190616c1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20190616c1.mp3 17:35 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 16 Jun 2019 19:40:00 +0000 Nelson BC Mayor John Dooley was born and raised in Ireland, emigrating to Canada in 1967. He became a Canadian citizen in 1974. Nelson BC Mayor John Dooley was born and raised in Ireland, emigrating to Canada in 1967. He became a Canadian citizen in 1974. John and his wife, Pat, made their life in Nelson and have been happily married for over 40 years. They have three wonderful children, Erin, Shelagh and Sean, whom with their spouses, have 7 grandchildren and counting.  John spent the majority of his career as a self-employed home inspector and contractor while taking on numerous volunteer and coordinator roles in organizations such as youth soccer, Nelson Leafs Junior hockey team, Canadian Cancer Society, Capitol Theatre Restoration Society, Communities in Bloom, and the Nelson Rotary Club.  He was first elected as a Nelson City Councillor in 1999 and as Mayor in 2005. John was a Councilor for two terms and is now in his fourth term as Mayor. In addition to his work as Nelson’s Mayor, John is Chair of the Nelson Police Board and has been nominated or elected to a number of boards and committees, including the  Regional District of Central Kootenay, Kootenay Citizens’ Conservation Council on Climate Action, Columbia Basin Trust, just to name a few.  Mayor Dooley spent 6 years on the Federation of Canadian Municipalities Board of Directors and was Chair of the FCM British Columbia Caucus. In his spare time, John enjoys many extra-curricular activities including hiking, skiing, fishing, hunting and golf. He and Pat also enjoy spending as much time as they can with their children and grandchildren.

]]> Nelson BC Mayor John Dooley was born and raised in Ireland, emigrating to Canada in 1967. He became a Canadian citizen in 1974. http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20190616b1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20190616b1.mp3 26:31 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 16 Jun 2019 12:20:00 +0000 Mike Hurley was born in Magherafelt, Northern Ireland, in 1958 and came to Canada in 1983 at the young age of 25. Music and Gaelic football dominated his youth as did soccer which advanced him to a semi-professional league. Mike Hurley was born in Magherafelt, Northern Ireland, in 1958 and came to Canada in 1983 at the young age of 25. Music and Gaelic football dominated his youth as did soccer which advanced him to a semi-professional league. He first settled in Vancouver and moved to Burnaby in 1988. He met his wife Jennifer in 1998 and they have three boys who are in elementary school. They also have a daughter, who is attending Simon Fraser University. He joined the Burnaby Fire Department in 1988. Throughout his career, has held many positions – driver; technical rescue team member; hazardous material specialist; instructor; Lieutenant, Captain and Acting Assistant Chief. As President of the Professional Fire Fighters’ Burn Fund, he led the effort to raise $15 million to build a facility that accommodates families and burn unit outpatients for Vancouver General Hospital and BC Children’s Hospital. He was honoured to receive the Queen’s Golden Jubilee Medal in 2002 and the Diamond Jubilee Medal in 2012.He is currently the Mayor of Burnaby

]]> Mike Hurley was born in Magherafelt, Northern Ireland, in 1958 and came to Canada in 1983 at the young age of 25. Music and Gaelic football dominated his youth as did soccer which advanced him to a semi-professional league. http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20190616a1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20190616a1.mp3 15:24 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 16 Jun 2019 12:00:00 +0000 Ali Milne is the founder of Mindfule, which is the personalized nutrition tracking app, guiding people towards healthy and strong minds through AI and Machine Learning to track food, mood and cognition. Ali Milne is the founder of Mindfule, which is the personalized nutrition tracking app, guiding people towards healthy and strong minds through AI and Machine Learning to track food, mood and cognition.Mindfule bridges the gap between food and the mind through the latest advances in technology. 

]]> Ali Milne is the founder of Mindfule, which is the personalized nutrition tracking app, guiding people towards healthy and strong minds through AI and Machine Learning to track food, mood and cognition. http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20190609d1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20190609d1.mp3 9:49 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 09 Jun 2019 12:50:00 +0000 Dubliner Oisin Hanrahan is the CEO and co-founder of Handy, the leading on-demand home services platform. Oisin founded Handy along with Umang Dua, Ignacio Leonhardt and Weina Scott. Dubliner Oisin Hanrahan is the CEO and co-founder of Handy, the leading on-demand home services platform. Oisin founded Handy along with Umang Dua, Ignacio Leonhardt and Weina Scott.Oisin’s idea is changing the way people receive and provide home services. Prior to founding Handy, Oisin founded MiCandidate, a service that provided real time political content to media companies in 25 European countries. He also founded Clearwater Group, a real estate development business in Budapest, Hungary. In 2009, Oisin co-founded The Undergraduate Awards, a foundation that supports and celebrates outstanding undergraduate students globally.From day one, Oisin aimed for Handy to revolutionize the way people receive, provide and think about home services, an $400 billion market. Since it launched, nearly 3 million bookings have been made, and the Handy platform has served over 600,000 customers and activated over 80,000 independent professionals. This exceptional growth was made possible by a laser focus on the most innovative technology and service, resulting in Handy successfully expanding to 28 cities across 15 states and three countries.Oisin has deep knowledge of so many of the issues facing startups today, including navigating the regulatory environment. It is his personal mission to move the future of work of forward and find a solution that allows today’s work force to build their own business, work flexibility, but still have access to new types of “portable benefits” that would allow workers to move between workplaces while still maintaining access to benefits like training, health insurance, and disability insurance.Finding a solution to these challenges is a personal priority of Oisin’s – the demographics of the Handy platform make the company uniquely close to these issues in a way other platforms are not. In fact, 90% are women, over 60% are caring for dependents, and nearly 70% serve as the primary income earner for their household.Oisin has been unwilling to sit on the sidelines and become a leading voice in this area: He serves on the U.S. Commerce Department’s Digital Economy Board of Advisors and has written on these issues for Fox Business News and Wired.

]]> Dubliner Oisin Hanrahan is the CEO and co-founder of Handy, the leading on-demand home services platform. Oisin founded Handy along with Umang Dua, Ignacio Leonhardt and Weina Scott. http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20190609c1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20190609c1.mp3 18:27 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 09 Jun 2019 12:35:00 +0000 Kevin Twomey is a marketing professional with over 10 years international experience, working in Canada, The Netherlands and Ireland. Kevin Twomey is a marketing professional with over 10 years international experience, working in Canada, The Netherlands and Ireland. Proven track record in developing digital and social strategies for leading brands such as Heineken - International, Labatt Canada, BMW, Subway, Philips, Kijiji and Bayer.Kevin came to Canada in 2015 from the Netherlands and became Head of Digital at Veritas Communications. In 2017 he became the Marketing Director for North America's largest urban innovation hub.Prior to that, he started his career in Dublin having graduated from DIT Aungier St in 2007. Kevin is a Past Pupil of CBC Monkstown Park.MaRS is the world's largest urban innovation hub in Toronto that supports startups in the health, cleantech, fintech, and enterprise sectors. When MaRS opened in 2005 this concept of urban innovation was an untested theory.

]]> Kevin Twomey is a marketing professional with over 10 years international experience, working in Canada, The Netherlands and Ireland. http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20190609b1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20190609b1.mp3 13:28 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 09 Jun 2019 12:20:00 +0000 Donie O'Sullivan _ It's a long way from Cahersiveen and the world of South and Mid-Kerry rowing, to the studios of CNN World News in New York. It's a long way from Cahersiveen and the world of South and Mid-Kerry rowing, to the studios of CNN World News in New York. Donie O'Sullivan is a CNN reporter covering the intersection of technology and politics. He is part of the CNN Business team and works closely with CNN's investigative unit tracking and identifying online disinformation campaigns targeting the American electorate. He also covers how social media platforms, Congress, and the American intelligence community are responding to the threat of disinformation and troll campaigns. Donie was part of a team that uncovered several major Russian government-linked social media campaigns targeting Americans in the run-up to the 2016 U.S. presidential election. His work was later used by congress investigators and others examining the extent of Russian meddling ahead of the election. Before joining CNN, Donie worked for Storyful, a social media verification news agency, in New York and Dublin. He has a master's degree in political science from Queen's University Belfast in Northern Ireland.

]]> Donie O'Sullivan _ It's a long way from Cahersiveen and the world of South and Mid-Kerry rowing, to the studios of CNN World News in New York. http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20190609a1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20190609a1.mp3 19:01 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 09 Jun 2019 12:00:00 +0000 Hildegarde Naughton T.D. Hildegarde Naughton T.D.

Irish Fine Gael politician who has been a Teachta Dála (TD) for the Galway Westconstituency since the 2016 general election. She was appointed Chair of the Committee on Communications, Climate Action and the Environment in April 2016. She previously served as a Senator from 2013 to 2016, after being nominated by the TaoiseachA testy group of international lawmakers peppered officials from Facebook, Google and Twitter at a parliamentary committee meeting Tuesday, trying to pin the social media giants down on how they will prevent fake news from disrupting democracy in their countries.The session was a combined meeting of the House of Commons privacy and ethics committee and the International Grand Committee of lawmakers from a dozen countries on privacy, big data and democracy.

]]> Hildegarde Naughton T.D. http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20190602d1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20190602d1.mp3 10:24 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 02 Jun 2019 12:50:00 +0000 Michael Marini & Ty Shattuck on Hamilton's efforts to attract start ups Michael Marini & Ty Shattuck

Michael Marini is the Coordinator of Marketing for the city of Hamilton’s Economic Development Division, with responsibilities for the Business Development and Urban Renewal Sections, and the Small Business Enterprise Centre. During his five plus years in this role, Michael has garnered four national and 10 provincial awards for his work. He is also responsible for spearheading the creation of the Hamilton Hive, the city’s first and now preeminent young professional network, and served as its founding Chair in 2011. He was also a founding member of YEP (Young Entrepreneurs and Professionals) Hamilton and currently chairs two other young professionals groups.Ty Shattuck, business leader and technology expert, is the CEO of the McMaster Innovation Park (MIP).Michael and Ty attended Collision and explain the goals of the McMaster Innovation Park and their efforts to attract start ups.

]]> Michael Marini & Ty Shattuck on Hamilton's efforts to attract start ups http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20190602c1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20190602c1.mp3 20:02 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 02 Jun 2019 12:40:00 +0000 Noel Toolan - Change Agent Noel Toolan served as the Chief Marketing Officer of SSP Group Limited and joined it in December 2007. Mr. Toolan has spent over 25 years working in international marketing across Europe. This included extensive periods focusing on product marketing, brand marketing and strategic business planning. He has held several senior international marketing roles in different organisations, including at Diageo, where he served as Head of worldwide marketing for Baileys. He served as Managing Director of Metaxa International. He worked for Proctor and Gamble in Geneva and served as Head of marketing at the Irish Tourist Board since 1990. Mr. Toolan served as a Director of SSP Group Limited since December 2007. Mr. Toolan serves as Director of Alltracel Pharmaceuticals Plc.

]]> Noel Toolan - Change Agent http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20190602b1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20190602b1.mp3 19:51 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 02 Jun 2019 12:10:00 +0000 Paddy Cosgrave & John Tory talk about Collison Paddy Cosgrave & Toronto Mayor John Tory:

Collision is the fastest-growing tech conference in North America. Now in its sixth year, Collision has grown to over 25,000 attendees. Following the lead of our European event Web Summit, Collision has become a crossroads for the world’s largest buyers and sellers of technology, alongside many of the world’s most disruptive emerging technology companies.Inc. has said we run “North America’s fastest-growing tech conference”;The Wall Street Journal that “the giants of the web assemble” at Collision;USA Today that it is “the anti-CES”.Paddy Cosgrave is an Irish entrepreneur. He is a co-founder of Web Summit, an annual technology conference, and CEO of the company that runs Web Summit and other events. In 2015 he was listed 18th in the Wired UK list of the most influential people in Europe in the field of technology.

]]> Paddy Cosgrave & John Tory talk about Collison http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20190602a1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20190602a1.mp3 8:23 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 02 Jun 2019 12:00:00 +0000 Raised in an Irish musical household, Andrew Finn Magill grew up studying with many of the world’s best traditional American and Irish fiddlers at The Swannanoa Gathering music workshops in Asheville, North Carolina . Andrew Finn MagillRaised in an Irish musical household, Andrew Finn Magill grew up studying with many of the world’s best traditional American and Irish fiddlers at The Swannanoa Gathering music workshops in Asheville, North Carolina . At age 18, his debut album Drive & Lift (John Doyle, John Skelton, Will MacMorran) was featured on NPR and his 2016 two-disc project Roots and Branches debuted at #46 on the Folk DJ charts.Says grammy-winner Americana artist Tim O’Brien:“He has learned from and now plays with the best in the genre. On Branches you can hear a new musical voice emerging. I’m gonna keep listening for Finn Magill.”Finn has built his career on Irish music, having worked with many musicians including John Doyle, Open the Door for Three, and The Paul McKenna Band. Between these collaborations and others he has performed at Milwaukee Irish Fest, Celtic Connections, Olympia Hall in Paris, France, and Disneyworld. He currently has a duo with Irish multi-instrumentalist Dave Curley which performs the festival circuit and concerts all over the U.S.In 2014 Finn moved to Rio de Janeiro to study Brazilian choro music. He soon founded quartet O Finno which the city of Rio de Janeiro featured in its Viva o Talento series. In 2016, Finn founded Brazilian Strings Trio, a trio with fellow American violinist Ted Falcon and Brazilian guitarist Nando Duarte and in 2017 founded Canta, Violino! a Brazilian jazz fusion project, the album of which was released on Ropeadope Records in 2018. Writes Brazilian percussion legend Airto Moreira of Chick Corea and Miles Davis:

]]> Raised in an Irish musical household, Andrew Finn Magill grew up studying with many of the world’s best traditional American and Irish fiddlers at The Swannanoa Gathering music workshops in Asheville, North Carolina . http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20190526c1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20190526c1.mp3 8:37 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 26 May 2019 12:40:00 +0000 Described as “a little bit of Mary Black and Cara Dillon, with some Emmylou Harris with Alison Krauss thrown in”, Co. Down singer songwriter Brigid O’Neill’s star has been steadily in the ascent since the release of her debut EP ‘Arrivals and Departures’, Brigid O'NeillDescribed as “a little bit of Mary Black and Cara Dillon, with some Emmylou Harris with Alison Krauss thrown in”, Co. Down singer songwriter Brigid O’Neill’s star has been steadily in the ascent since the release of her debut EP ‘Arrivals and Departures’, followed by the insistently catchy single ‘Don’t Make me Go to Town’. Plaudits have continued to rain down with the release of her remarkable new album ‘Touchstone’. O’Neill’s debut album, produced in Belfast by critically acclaimed songwriter, Gareth Dunlop, (Tim McGraw and Faith Hill), and mastered in Nashville, featuring co-writes with Thomm Jutz, (Nanci Griffith) exhibits the full spectrum of her formidable repertoire.Fans and critics alike have been drawn, not only by the sweet recipe of country-folk and blues blended with a delicious dash of jazz that has become her trademark ‘sound’, but also by the rapid development of an artist who has just set out on her journey.Having won a prestigious Arts Council of Northern Ireland Artist Career Enhancement Award in 2016, which came hot on the heels of a Roots Radio Singer Songwriter of the Year nomination earlier the same year, in the last twelve months alone, she has sold out shows throughout NI, also opening for and singing alongside stars like Eddi Reader, Duke Special, Frances Black and Mary Coughlan. A regular visitor to Nashville (where she has performed at the world famous Bluebird Café and appeared on the Music City Roots show) Brigid collaborated there on exciting new material with Grammy-winning songwriters.

]]> Described as “a little bit of Mary Black and Cara Dillon, with some Emmylou Harris with Alison Krauss thrown in”, Co. Down singer songwriter Brigid O’Neill’s star has been steadily in the ascent since the release of her debut EP ‘Arrivals and Departures’, http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20190526b1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20190526b1.mp3 20:23 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 26 May 2019 12:20:00 +0000 Colm Mac Con Iomaire at Folk Allicance INternational. Colm Mac Con IomaireAlmost twenty years ago Colm Mac Con Iomaire was struggling to describe his early attempts at composition and made a distinction between “tunes’ and “music”. Much of his playing life up to that point had been in the Irish traditional world of “tunes” effectively the dance music which makes up much but by no means all of the instrumental repertoire in Irish traditional music. His father’s people came from the Conamara Gaeltacht and Colm’s family were Irish speakers living in Dublin. The Irish language sean nós unaccompanied singing tradition with its storehouse of ancient and beautiful airs was embedded early on in his musical consciousness. On his mother’s side there was classical instrumental music on the violin and piano and Colm learned to play as a very young child. It was a musical home, one visited by musicians and singers…. a place of naturally occurring opposites …Irish and English, rural and urban, classical and traditional, old and new.A friendship with another busker, Glen Hansard, was followed by a leap into the professional mainstream and a new role, playing fiddle with the wildly popular The Frames whose live gigs were and are the stuff of fan lore legend.At the heart of the Frames whirlwind was a still centre. It pulled Colm back and inward. In the late nineties the Irish language television broadcaster TG4 offered opportunities to write scores for film. The compositions he made for these productions came from an interior place whose deep roots lay in traditional Irish music but also in an older way of life and thought, consciously mediated through his personal life lived out in the contemporary space.So it was not surprising that the title for Colm’s first solo album The Hare’s Corner/Cúinne an Ghiorria signified not only an acknowledgement of the importance of that old culture but also an urgent plea for “the hare’s corner” in contemporary culture…a still place where space and time are set aside for something beautiful for its own sake.His work in film and theatre has allowed him to progress and mature as an orchestrator of his own compositions. With his new work his chosen title And Now the Weather refers to the introduction to the final item on radio and tv news bulletins. The weather report is viewed as a means of keeping the distress of reality at bay. It is a title riven with irony.And Now The Weather marks a return to collaboration. From the impressive solo run that was The Hare’s Corner, the multitasking on stringed instruments, the immaculate production, this new album features orchestral levels of players and instruments. In addition to his own fluent playing on almost the entire family of stringed instruments from fiddle and viola through guitar bouzouki and zither a further 21 players of pianos, brass, percussion, strings, harp and vocals feature. His default voices are fiddle and viola and his orchestrations are structured around the expansive range of tones and accents he has become capable of achieving on these instruments. He is a musical colourist of subtle tones and nuances, a master of mood and atmosphere. He is superbly served in his choice of musicians here. Sensitive and intuitive, they are with him for the full journey this music takes from gaiety to menace from chaos to peace from motion to stillness.

]]> Colm Mac Con Iomaire at Folk Allicance INternational. http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20190526a1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20190526a1.mp3 12:40 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 26 May 2019 12:00:00 +0000 In 1975, while on the way home from a gig, the apolitical rock group, The Miami Showband, fell into the crosshairs of a Protestant unionist paramilitary group that planted explosives on their bus when it was stopped at a fake checkpoint. Newsweek wrote: Opening in Northern Ireland in 1975, during the peak of The Troubles—when Irish nationalist and British loyalist paramilitaries vied for control of Northern Ireland’s future—The Miami Showband Massacre opens in the music halls, where young people could find respite from the escalating violence.Miami Showband were the most popular of the era’s many dancehall bands, drawing in sold-out crowds across a divided Ireland. They were called the Irish Beatles and many considered singer Fran O’Toole to be a once-in-a-generation talent. But their promising future was cut short in July 1975, when Miami Showband was stopped by paramilitary forces while driving home to Dublin after a gig in Banbridge, Northern Ireland. A time bomb went off in Miami Showband’s minibus, killing two of the men manning the checkpoint. The other men at the checkpoint, wearing British Army uniforms, opened fire, killing three members of the band and injuring two.Eventually, three current or former members of the Ulster Defence Regiment (UDR)—a part of the British army tasked with securing Northern Ireland—were tried for the murders. All of the killers were also members of the Ulster Volunteer Force (UVF), a pro-British paramilitary terrorist group responsible for car bombings and hundreds of deaths. While the British Army portrayed the UDR as neutral peacekeepers, not siding with either the UVF or Irish nationalist Irish Republican Army (IRA), the Miami Showband massacre provided a dramatic example of just how much official British military bodies had been infiltrated by partisan paramilitaries. But the conspiracy ran even deeper than that, this latest episode of ReMastered reveals.The Miami Showband Massacre follows surviving band members, including bassist Stephen Travers and trumpet player Brian McCoy, as they seek justice from some of the highest powers in the United Kingdom. The surviving members of Miami Showband couldn’t help but notice the many, many inconsistencies from that night, beginning with a man with a British accent, suggesting there were more than local Irish recruits manning the roadblock.“When you’re stopped at a roadblock in northern ireland, it is not normal to hear a British accent,” band leader Des Lee points out in The Miami Showband Massacre.“I’m determined to find out who murdered Miami Showband, even if it leads up to the very top of the British government,” Travers says in the Netflix documentary. He will later recall hearing his band’s lead singer begging for his life on that dark roadside.While the massacre itself is shocking enough, The Miami Showband Massacre uncovers a far deeper conspiracy, beginning with one of the UVF’s deadliest killers, Robin Jackson, known as “The Jackal.” Responsible for between 50-135 murders, connected to assassinations and car bombings, The Miami Showband Massacre makes a convincing argument that Jackson was, simultaneously, a British intelligence asset, possibly working for their CIA equivalent, MI6.

]]> In 1975, while on the way home from a gig, the apolitical rock group, The Miami Showband, fell into the crosshairs of a Protestant unionist paramilitary group that planted explosives on their bus when it was stopped at a fake checkpoint. http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=201905191.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=201905191.mp3 48:38 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 19 May 2019 13:00:00 +0000 Theatre Lovett produce work for all ages, both child and adult, young and old, chicken and egg. They Called her Vivaldi is an upbeat comedy-adventure about a sensitive musical-prodigy making a quiet name for herself in a cacophonous world. Theatre Lovett produce work for all ages, both child and adult, young and old, chicken and egg.  We believe that children and young people can enjoy and understand theatre that does not pretend the adult world is anything other than a complex and occasionally dark place where we must make moral choices for ourselves as individuals. M. Haberdasher has crafted very peculiar earmuffs for his very particular daughter Cecilia Maria. Don’t shout about it but Cecilia Maria thinks they make her look fascinating and has whispered her thanks. They Called her Vivaldi is an upbeat comedy-adventure about a sensitive musical-prodigy making a quiet name for herself in a cacophonous world.  As our young heroine journeys over cobblestones and canals, we learn about love, loss, the place of salt in our diet and the courage to lose our footing without losing our way.

]]> Theatre Lovett produce work for all ages, both child and adult, young and old, chicken and egg. They Called her Vivaldi is an upbeat comedy-adventure about a sensitive musical-prodigy making a quiet name for herself in a cacophonous world. http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20190512c1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20190512c1.mp3 16:45 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 12 May 2019 12:45:00 +0000 A.J.G.D. (John) de Chastelain, twice Canada's Chief of the Defence Staff, Ambassador to the US, head of the International Commission on Decommissioning in Northern Ireland. A.J.G.D. (John) de Chastelain, twice Canada's Chief of the Defence Staff, Ambassador to the US, head of the International Commission on Decommissioning in Northern Ireland.As CDS, de Chastelain led the CANADIAN FORCES through the end of the COLD WAR, the Oka Crisis and the Gulf War. During the Oka Crisis of 1990, de Chastelain's negotiations were key to resolving the dispute. His handling of the crisis also increased the military's accountability to the public. De Chastelain initiated daily press conferences to report on the situation and answer media questions. By reporting directly to the citizenry, he increased the extent to which military action is held up for public scrutiny. In 1995 de Chastelain retired from the Canadian Forces. His decorations include Commander of the Order of Military Merit, Officer of the ORDER OF CANADA, and Commander of the Order of St. John. He was appointed to the International Body on the Decommissioning of Arms in Northern Ireland. In 1997 he was asked to chair the Independent International Commission on Decommissioning, which oversees the disarmament of paramilitary forces in the troubled area. Negotiations with the combatants have been difficult. Although the IRA claims to be "committed to the search for a just and lasting peace" the group has cut off contact with the commission twice, in February 2000 and in October 2002.

]]> A.J.G.D. (John) de Chastelain, twice Canada's Chief of the Defence Staff, Ambassador to the US, head of the International Commission on Decommissioning in Northern Ireland. http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20190512b1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20190512b1.mp3 13:35 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 12 May 2019 12:20:00 +0000 Padraig O'Malley is an Irish peacemaker, author and professor at the University of Massachusetts Boston who specializes in the problems of divided societies, such as South Africa, Iraq and Northern Ireland. Padraig O'Malley is an Irish peacemaker, author and professor at the University of Massachusetts Boston who specializes in the problems of divided societies, such as South Africa, Iraq and Northern Ireland. He has written extensively on these subjects and has been actively involved in promoting dialogue among representatives of differing factions. THE PEACEMAKER is an intimate portrait of international peacemaker Padraig O'Malley - who helps make peace for others but struggles to find it for himself.  The film takes us from Padraig's isolated life in Cambridge, Massachusetts to some of the most dangerous crisis zones on Earth – from Northern Ireland to Kosovo, Nigeria to Iraq – as he works a peacemaking model based on his recovery from addiction.  We meet Padraig in the third act of his life in a race against time to find some kind of salvation for both the world and himself.

]]> Padraig O'Malley is an Irish peacemaker, author and professor at the University of Massachusetts Boston who specializes in the problems of divided societies, such as South Africa, Iraq and Northern Ireland. http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20190512a1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20190512a1.mp3 27:21 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 12 May 2019 12:00:00 +0000 Screaming Orphans are four sisters with the good fortune to have been raised in the magic of Bundoran in County Donegal, Ireland. Screaming Orphans are four sisters with the good fortune to have been raised in the magic of Bundoran in County Donegal, Ireland.  There is a great tradition of music to be found in Irish homes especially in the Gaeltacht or Irish-speaking areas which have produced the likes of Clannad, Enya and Mairead, Micheal and Triona Ni Dhomhnaill. Our home was no exception. From we were young, we've been singing and playing traditional Irish music but when we hit our teenage years we knew it was time to start our own pop rock band.  Our first gigs were at local surf festivals at Bundoran playing covers. We were soon writing our own music and travelling to Dublin to play the singer/ songwriter clubs including Whelans. At one of these shows we were seen by the director of London based Blue Mountain Music publishing company founded by Chris Blackwell of Island Music and subsequently signed a deal with them.  Our next break came with an invitation to play at a St.Brigid's day concert in Kildare along with truly great Irish artists like Christy Moore, Liam O'Maonlai, and Sinead O'Connor. Sinead then asked us to be her back-up singers and open for her on her Gospel Oak Tour. We went across Europe, America and Canada, and appeared on David Letterman and other TV shows as part of her show and as a band in our own right.

]]> Screaming Orphans are four sisters with the good fortune to have been raised in the magic of Bundoran in County Donegal, Ireland. http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20190505d1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20190505d1.mp3 12:51 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 05 May 2019 12:50:00 +0000 In conversation with Daniel about his upcoming Candian tour and other snippets. Hearing from Daniel about his upcoming Canadian tour.

]]> In conversation with Daniel about his upcoming Candian tour and other snippets. http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20190505c1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20190505c1.mp3 13:31 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 05 May 2019 12:40:00 +0000 The Lost Brothers and their music There is something special about two musicians in unison. Solo artists bear the brunt of pretty much everything – be it success or failure, joy or misery, it is all on their shoulders. Groups, meanwhile, are mostly perceived as ideal examples of democracy, when the reality is that they are governed by a benign dictator (if lucky) or a cruel despot (if not). Duos, on the other hand, are clearly in tune (and harmony) with themselves and each other.As if proof were needed, take Oisin Leech and Mark McCausland as the perfect example. Having had previous lives in major label rock acts (respectively, The 747s and The Basement), the two Irish songwriters and musicians first met in 2007 after their bands had slowly slipped off the radar.

]]> The Lost Brothers and their music http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20190505b1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20190505b1.mp3 8:12 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 05 May 2019 12:20:00 +0000 Adam Agee & Jon Sousa Adam & Jon journey through the Irish idiom on fiddle, guitar, and tenor banjo, and have been enchanting listeners on both sides of the Atlantic Ocean for over a decade. Adam & Jon put down musical roots in County Clare, where they lived together, and now make frequent visits.  Their connection to their instruments and the transcendent energy in their music is guaranteed to captivate and uplift audiences of all ages.

]]> Adam Agee & Jon Sousa http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20190505a1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20190505a1.mp3 19:22 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 05 May 2019 12:00:00 +0000 Nora Owen was first elected to the Dáil Éireann in 1981, serving until the 1987 election when she would lose her seat only to be returned again in 1989 before becoming Deputy Leader of Fine Gael in 1993, Minister for Justice,1994-1997 ·Michael Collins · A Man of Diversity ·  delivered by his grand-niece Nora Owen.Nora, a former Fine Gael politician was born in Dublin in 1945 and educated at the Dominican Convent, County Wicklow and University College Dublin where she qualified as an industrial chemist. She was first elected to the Dáil Éireann in 1981, serving until the 1987 election when she would lose her seat only to be returned again in 1989 before becoming Deputy Leader of Fine Gael in 1993. The following year she became Minister for Justice, remaining in that post until 1997.Michael Collins is remembered by many as a soldier who fought for Irish Independence, while others will remember him as a politician and Minister for Finance. His family members, on the other hand, additionally, remembered him as a son, a brother, an uncle and grand-uncle who worried about the effect his beliefs and actions would have on his family. The event was presented and hosted by Jimmy & Becky at Screene·s and is supported by the Skehana & District Heritage Group and we would all be delighted to welcome you to this historic occasion.Le gach dea-mhéin,

]]> Nora Owen was first elected to the Dáil Éireann in 1981, serving until the 1987 election when she would lose her seat only to be returned again in 1989 before becoming Deputy Leader of Fine Gael in 1993, Minister for Justice,1994-1997 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=201904281.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=201904281.mp3 1:02:08 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 28 Apr 2019 12:00:00 +0000 Brittany Caldwell, Kathleen Pauluk, Samantha Cambridge, Shaeleigh Spracklin  Brittany Caldwell - Goldie Mohr Ltd Rose

Brittany is a graduate of Nippising University, with a Bachelor of Business Administration, double-streaming in Marketing and Organization Behaviours. She is now a Commercial Account Manager at the Royal Bank of Canada in Ottawa. A native of Carp, her Irish roots hail from Antrim, Cavan and Cork.

 

Kathleen Pauluk - Moran Academy of Irish Dancing Rose

Kathleen is a Montreal-born student at McGill University. Her Irish heritage stems from her maternal grandparents who emigrated from counties Antrim and Galway.

Kathleen dances with the Moran Academy of Irish dancing which is operated by her family. This past fall, she medalled at the Great Britain Irish Dancing Championships in Brighton, UK and hopes to eventually compete at all major overseas competitions.

 

Samantha Cambridge - St.Patrick’s Society Rose

Samantha lives and works in Montreal as an Airport Sales Agent for Air Canada. She graduated from Concordia University with a Bachelor of Arts in Political Science. She is passionate about her community and Irish heritage, which can be found in County Monaghan.

She studied abroad for a year in Ireland at NUI Maynooth, as part of an academic exchange - even getting involved in the musical theatre scene while there. In 2016, Samantha was honoured to represent the Montreal Irish community as the Queen of their 193rd St. Patrick's Day Parade.

 

Shaeleigh Rose Spracklin - Jonathan Showers Rose

Shaeleigh is a full-time science student at John Abbott College. She is a former dancer with the Bernadette Short School of Irish dance, and now works as a soccer coach and referee for the towns of St. Lazare and Hudson in Quebec.

Shaeleigh was honoured to have been selected as the 2018 Queen of the Hudson St. Patrick’s Day parade. She is proud of her Irish heritage, found on her maternal side in counties Antrim and Cavan.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

]]> Brittany Caldwell, Kathleen Pauluk, Samantha Cambridge, Shaeleigh Spracklin http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20190421c1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20190421c1.mp3 19:40 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Tue, 23 Apr 2019 00:48:29 +0000 Traleena Rouldeau, Sarah Dolan, Shannon Murphy, Sydney Legare  Traleena Rouleau - Irish Society of the National Capital Region Rose

Traleena, a PhD student at the University of Ottawa, is a Renfrew County native with Cork roots. The recipient of Carleton University’s 2018 Chancellor’s Medal, awarded annually to a graduating student for academic achievement, she graduated with a degree in Psychology, with a concentration in Forensic Psychology and a minor in Law. She hopes to someday be a clinical psychologist.

 

Sarah Dolan - Dolan Distributors Ltd. Rose

Sarah is from Ottawa with roots in Roscommon and Offaly. She is a student at Carleton University, studying Engineering Physics, with the goal of becoming a theoretical physicist. Through her work, she hopes to help revolutionize Canada’s energy industry. She is passionately devoted to creating better opportunities for Canadians who live in poverty.

 

Shannon Murphy - SFH Irish Dance Studio Rose

Shannon is an Ottawa-born, full-time psychology student at Carleton University. She is a member of Carleton’s prestigious ‘Golden Key Society’ - a status awarded to students ranking in the top 15% of their given program.

Shannon is an accomplished Irish dancer with Sue Fay Healy Irish Dance Studio. As dance has helped her to develop self-confidence, discipline and the value of hard work, and has given her the strength to overcome obstacles, she has begun mentoring dancers as a way of sharing her experiences and passion with others.

 

Sydney Legare - D’Arcy McGees Pub Rose

Sydney is a Concordia University graduate, where she completed a Bachelor's Degree in Human Environment. Following her move last fall, she is enjoying living and working in Ottawa as a law clerk at Gowling WLG.Sydney’s Irish roots hail from County Down.

Sydney feels privileged to have she spent time volunteering in Mexico, building houses for families - an experience that has inspired her to pursue her dreams and make a difference in the world.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

]]> Traleena Rouldeau, Sarah Dolan, Shannon Murphy, Sydney Legare http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20190421a1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20190421a1.mp3 19:05 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 21 Apr 2019 12:45:00 +0000 Darragh Kilkenny Mondoux, Kathleen Zuk, Kathleen Brown, Michaela McLaughlin  Darragh Kilkenny-Mondoux - Repercussion Theatre/Talking Dog Productions/School of Irish Studies of Concordia Rose

A Montreal native, Darragh is an actress with Haus of Marc Talent. She has completed a degree in Theatre from Dawson College and and Undergraduate Degree in Irish Studies & Western Society and Culture from Concordia University. Her Irish roots hail from County Leitrim and Cavan.

Darragh has twice been distinguished as a Princess of the Montreal St Patrick's Day Parade, by the United Irish Societies of Montreal.

 

Kathleen Zuk - Saint Brigid’s Centre for the Arts Rose

Kathleen is a graduate from the John Molson School of Business with a Major in Finance, and Minor in International Business. Born in Montreal, Kathleen now calls Ottawa home while working for Export Development Canada.

 

Kathleen Brown-Vandecruys - Sacred Heart School Rose

Kathleen is an Aquatic Supervisor for City of Dorval, Quebec and is currently in the last stages of her application process for Canada's federal police force - the Royal Canadian Mounted Police (RCMP). She hopes to pursue a career in law enforcement, justice, and eventually, international security.

 

 

 

Michaela McLoughlin - Ottawa Celtic Flooring Rose

Originally from Co. Louth, Michaela moved with her family to Ottawa at the age of 11. She is a full-time student at the University of Ottawa, pursuing an Honours Bachelor of Social Sciences, with a Major in Criminology and a Minor in Law.

 

 

 

 

 

]]> Darragh Kilkenny Mondoux, Kathleen Zuk, Kathleen Brown, Michaela McLaughlin http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20190421b1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20190421b1.mp3 19:12 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 21 Apr 2019 12:45:00 +0000 Eithne Dunbar: Growing up in Ireland, she learned to speak Irish (Gaeilge) from her mother and in school. When she was eleven years old, she lived and attended school for three months in Connemara, where Irish is the everyday language. Eithne Dunbar was born in Athlone, Co. Westmeath, Ireland. Growing up in Ireland, she learned to speak Irish (Gaeilge) from her mother and in school. When she was eleven years old, she lived and attended school for three months in Connemara, where Irish is the everyday language. It was there that she learned to love speaking and singing in Irish. Eithne came to Canada in the seventies and has lived in Brockville, Ontario with her family since 1974. She was a founding member in 1996 of Brockville’s Irish Cultural Society and President for 10 years. Eithne has been singing and performing Irish music in the Brockville Community with the groups Slainte and later Dublin Road for almost twenty years. Cnuasach Amhrán as Gaeilge, A Collection of Songs in Irish was arranged, produced and recorded by Steáfán Hannigan at Shmooosic Studios, Baltimore, Ontario. Accompaniment to the songs is by Steáfán Hannigan (percussion, strings, wind instruments squeezebox and of course Uilleann pipes) and Saskia Tomkins (fiddle, cello and nyckelharpa).

]]> Eithne Dunbar: Growing up in Ireland, she learned to speak Irish (Gaeilge) from her mother and in school. When she was eleven years old, she lived and attended school for three months in Connemara, where Irish is the everyday language. http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20190413c1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20190413c1.mp3 13:41 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 14 Apr 2019 12:40:00 +0000 Nava is Paddy Kiernan and Niall Hughes, and Iranian born brothers Shahab and Shayan Coohe. Navá is a group of young musicians exploring the relationship between the ancient musical cultures of Ireland and Persia. It is comprised of folk/bluegrass musicians Paddy Kiernan and Niall Hughes, and Iranian born brothers Shahab and Shayan Coohe. Since forming in early 2016 they have performed at Bray Jazz Festival, Electric Picnic, Celtic Connections Festival, IMBOLC Festival, as part of the 'Listen At' and ‘Kaleidoscope’ concert series, and have received national airplay on RTE1's 'Arena Arts Show' and RTE Lyric FM's 'The Blue of the Night'.Their debut album, ‘Tapestry’ was recorded at Hellfire Studios, an intimate studio in the Dublin Mountains, overseen by Adrian Hart (I Draw Slow, Yurodny) and Tony Byrne (Julie Fowlis, Danù), and supported by the Arts Council of Ireland.

]]> Nava is Paddy Kiernan and Niall Hughes, and Iranian born brothers Shahab and Shayan Coohe. http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20190413b1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20190413b1.mp3 18:48 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 14 Apr 2019 12:20:00 +0000 Doug McArthur 'Over the last few years I have become enchanted with this magnificent island. I have been taking bicycle tours along the Wild Atlantic Way and sleeping in Dublin with side trips to Dingle, Westport, Leenaune, Newgrange, Wicklow, Galway. Doug was born in the first year of Atomic Time in southern Ontario and grew up there and in the harbour town of Goderich.After a high school assembly performance he realized that girls were more interested in his music than in his athletic ability so no more football. He performed for a summer in Grand Bend, another Lake Huron resort town, and began to write songs.Toronto, Kingston, Hamilton and London became his formative turf, performing at Smales Pace and Knight 11 coffeehouses and, with the help of manager Walter Grasser, stepping up to Toronto's Riverboat and the early festivals across Canada.Randy Bachman was an early supporter, buying up his publishing (and graciously returning those rights in later years) and Valdy recorded two of Doug's songs on A&M records, giving his career a certain early legitimacy.

Doug started to release albums of original material in 1974 and was among the first Canadian folk artists to self-release their albums outside of the regular music labels.He toured in the Maritimes and New England with Stan Rogers in the early days and continued across the country with Garnet Rogers after Stan's passing. Doug toured along the California coast with San Francisco singer Jeffra and they recorded a well respected CD "Angels of the Mission Trail".​Turning to arts administration, Doug worked at Winnipeg Folk Festival, Roy Thomson Hall and the du Maurier Jazz Festival before continuing on as Artistic Director with Festival of Friends and Eaglewood.In 2004 Doug moved to Wakefield, Quebec where he found a relaxed and productive artistic milieu. He founded and continues to run Wakefield Sound & Light, a succesfull business recording, filming and producing various CDs and videos.

 

]]> Doug McArthur 'Over the last few years I have become enchanted with this magnificent island. I have been taking bicycle tours along the Wild Atlantic Way and sleeping in Dublin with side trips to Dingle, Westport, Leenaune, Newgrange, Wicklow, Galway. http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20190413a1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20190413a1.mp3 12:48 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 14 Apr 2019 12:00:00 +0000 Dr John Cunningham offers a fascinating insight into the lives of the individuals many of whom were in the employment of landlords throughout County Galway and indeed many of whose descendants continue to live locally to this day. ‘A Class Quite Distinct – West of Ireland Herdsmen in the 19th Century’ offers a fascinating insight into the lives of the individuals many of whom were in the employment of landlords throughout County Galway and indeed many of whose descendants continue to live locally to this day.West of Ireland herdsmen, according to one expert, Roger Richards, in the 1890s, formed ‘a class quite distinct from any employed in any of the English districts, being neither shepherds nor bailiffs and yet a compound of both’. Numerous in Counties Galway and Roscommon, where they were employed by landlords and large graziers, they were responsible workers, liable for damage to their employers’ stock, whether caused by ‘hogs, dogs, bogs, or thieves’, in their own phrase.The talk describes the anachronistic working conditions of the herds, and considers the efforts of their Herds’ Associations through which they defended their position against employers and tenants’ movements during the land war and after. It was delivered by Dr. John Cunningham of NUI Galway.

 

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]]> Dr John Cunningham offers a fascinating insight into the lives of the individuals many of whom were in the employment of landlords throughout County Galway and indeed many of whose descendants continue to live locally to this day. http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=201903311.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=201903311.mp3 1:11:48 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 31 Mar 2019 12:10:00 +0000 Named by RTÉ.ie as “one of ten fierce women defining Irish culture”, Dublin-based singer, multi-instrumentalist and songwriter Inni-K has received consistent praise for her fresh style of indie-folk since the 2015 release of ‘The King has Two Horse’s Ears Inni-K @innikmusicNamed by RTÉ.ie as “one of ten fierce women defining Irish culture”, Dublin-based singer, multi-instrumentalist and songwriter Inni-K (Eithne Ní Chatháin) has received consistent praise for her fresh style of indie-folk since the 2015 release of her acclaimed album ‘The King has Two Horse’s Ears’. Inni-K’s eagerly-awaited second album, titled ‘The Hare & the Line’, is out March 2019. 'The Hare & the Line' presents a more raw, more affecting collection of songs than Inni-K’s previous work; a collection varied in tone, and showing the maturity of these past years spent engaged in music. Inni-K's music draws on her extensive background in folk and traditional Irish music, even as she ventures into new musical territories. Her music combines ethereal vocals with deft musicianship, evocative lyrics (bilingual at times), and a unique approach to song-writing. Having shared stages with various renowned musicians including Malian kora master Toumani Diabaté, drummer Jeff Ballard, Glen Hansard, Liam Ó Maonlaí, Lisa Hannigan, and many more, Inni-K is becoming a well-established presence in Irish music.

]]> Named by RTÉ.ie as “one of ten fierce women defining Irish culture”, Dublin-based singer, multi-instrumentalist and songwriter Inni-K has received consistent praise for her fresh style of indie-folk since the 2015 release of ‘The King has Two Horse’s Ears http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20190324d1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20190324d1.mp3 8:30 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 24 Mar 2019 12:50:00 +0000 Doolin’ – Irish music with a French touch! DOOLIN' Doolin’, formed in Toulouse in 2005, comprises six accomplished and eclectic musicians who have gained fame through their music. French in origin – though easily mistaken for Irish musicians – this sextet (guitar, bodhrán, violin, tin whistle, accordion/vocals, bass) brings a fresh approach to Irish music. Inspired by the purest tradition, Doolin’ combines instrumentals, vocals and original compositions in a resolutely modern style. The arrangements, at times taking their inspiration from pop-rock, folk, jazz, funk or even rap (and always in the best taste), emit great energy.That’s Doolin’ – Irish music with a French touch!Doolin’ is an Irish music group whose name derives from the little village of musical fame in south-west Ireland. Born in 2005 from an encounter between six accomplished musicians, from its inception Doolin’ have perfected a mixture of novel musical genres. Whilst some of the band were immersed in the world of traditional Irish music, and others were active in the jazz scene or in the pop rock wave of the eighties and nineties, they found a common love in traditional Irish music. From ballads to furiously fast jigs, from their own compositions to traditional tunes, Doolin’ offers a rich palette of sound. From the intimate atmosphere of an Irish pub to the spectacle of the concert stage, this sextet has been support act to major names such as Altan, Kevin Burke, Martin Hayes and Mairtín O’Connor. Members of Doolin’ have played with Carlos Nuñez and Dan Ar Braz and the major Irish flute player Desi Wilkinson (De Dannan, Cran) have rejoined the group for a tour in 2006. Habitués of prestigious venues where they seduce the audience by their unassailable energy, this French group plays homage to Irish music throughout France and Europe.

]]> Doolin’ – Irish music with a French touch! http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20190324c1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20190324c1.mp3 7:41 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 24 Mar 2019 12:40:00 +0000 Lost and Found: Seven strangers with very different stories have one thing in common: they are all searching for something. Their lives unexpectedly intertwine at a small lost and found office in an Irish train station. Director and Lead Actor Liam O Mochain In 1996, Liam wrote and produced the short film 'Fortune', in which he also co- starred with Derdriu Ring ('Law and Order: Criminal Intent'), and Maire Stafford ('Felica's Journey'). The short had its world premiere at the Manchester Int. Short Film Festival and won best short film at the 1998 Worldfest Houston Int. Film Festival.Liam made his feature debut in 1999 as a writer/director/producer with 'The Book That Wrote Itself'. The film starring Liam O Mochain and Antoinette Guiney featured George Clooney, Kenneth Branagh, Melanie Griffith and Chazz Palaminteri in cameo roles. The film world premiered at the 1999 Galway Film Fleadh and int. premiere at the 1999 Vancouver Int. Film Festival. It went on to screen at a further 20 int. film festivals worldwide and won a critics prize at the 1999 Austin Film Festival. Liam has directed/produced more than 20 documentaries and TV shows for RTE and TG4 (national broadcasters in Ireland).Lost and Found: Seven strangers with very different stories have one thing in common: they are all searching for something. Their lives unexpectedly intertwine at a small lost and found office in an Irish train station.

]]> Lost and Found: Seven strangers with very different stories have one thing in common: they are all searching for something. Their lives unexpectedly intertwine at a small lost and found office in an Irish train station. http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20190324b1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20190324b1.mp3 14:03 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 24 Mar 2019 12:20:00 +0000 Lee Cronin is an Irish writer and director. His debut feature film The Hole in the Ground (2019) that had it's world premiere at Sundance Film Festival. Director Lee Cronin Lee Cronin is an Irish writer and director. His debut feature film The Hole in the Ground (2019) that had it's world premiere at Sundance Film Festival. He is previously well known for the award winning Ghost Train (2013) which won the Méliès d'Argent for Best European Fantastic Short film. Earlier in his career, he wrote and directed the short films Billy & Chuck (2011) and Through the Night (2010)The Hole in the Ground; One night, Sarah's young son disappears into the woods behind their rural home. When he returns, he looks the same, but his behavior grows increasingly disturbing. Sarah begins to believe that the boy who returned may not be her son at all.

]]> Lee Cronin is an Irish writer and director. His debut feature film The Hole in the Ground (2019) that had it's world premiere at Sundance Film Festival. http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20190324a1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20190324a1.mp3 16:39 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 24 Mar 2019 12:00:00 +0000 Formed in November 2014, this new project from Morgan MacIntyre and Gemma Doherty draws from early Celtic harp traditions, 60s folk and electronic pop to create ‘atmosfolk'—a mix of soulful vocal harmonies, dreamy synth and electro-acoustic harp. Saint Sister: Gemma Doherty & Morgan MacIntyreSaint Sister is an electronic folk or 'atmosfolk' duo from Ireland.Formed in November 2014, this new project from Morgan MacIntyre and Gemma Doherty draws from early Celtic harp traditions, 60s folk and electronic pop to create ‘atmosfolk'—a mix of soulful vocal harmonies, dreamy synth and electro-acoustic harp.Following their debut performance on Irish television, they opened for Arcade Fire’s Will Butler in Whelan’s. April saw them support San Fermin (Downtown records), and tour Ireland with Dublin band Spies. In August, the band entered the studio for the first time to record their debut EP with Alex Ryan (bassist with Hozier), which is scheduled for release on Trout Records November 13th, 2015. Over the coming months they will commence an Irish tour with Wyvern Lingo and O Emperor. They finish 2015 with their first London showcase with promoter Parallel Lines.

]]> Formed in November 2014, this new project from Morgan MacIntyre and Gemma Doherty draws from early Celtic harp traditions, 60s folk and electronic pop to create ‘atmosfolk'—a mix of soulful vocal harmonies, dreamy synth and electro-acoustic harp. http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20190317d1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20190317d1.mp3 8:08 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 17 Mar 2019 16:52:00 +0000 Culture Ireland hosted a stand at the conference fair and also at Montreal in Feb 2019, and offered support to bands who were selected by the Conference to showcase at the event. Christine SiskDirector of Culture IrelandThe Folk Alliance International Conference is the world’s largest gathering of the Folk music industry and community (crossing a diverse array of genres including Blues, Bluegrass, Roots, Celtic, Cajun, Appalachian, Traditional, World, and Singer-Songwriter). The annual February conference draws over 2,500 artists and industry (agents, managers, publishers, labels, festival/venue presenters, promoters, media) dedicated to folk music. Culture Ireland  undertook its inaugural mission to the Annual Folk Alliance International Conference Kansas City, Missouri in  February, 2015. Culture Ireland hosted a stand at the conference fair and also at Montreal in Feb 2019, and offered support to bands who were selected by the Conference to showcase at the event.

]]> Culture Ireland hosted a stand at the conference fair and also at Montreal in Feb 2019, and offered support to bands who were selected by the Conference to showcase at the event. http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20190317a1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20190317a1.mp3 6:42 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 17 Mar 2019 16:52:00 +0000 Kern is a contemporary folk band from County Louth, The band has toured extensively in the past year and has just won the 2018 TradFest Temple Bar Showcase and has performed at the largest Irish festival in America Milwaukee Irish Fest. Kern Band MembersSJ McArdle, Brendan McCreanor, Barry KieranKern is a contemporary folk band from County Louth, Ireland, made up of Brendan McCreanor (uilleann pipes), SJ McArdle (voice and guitar) and Barry Kieran (fiddle). The band has released a debut album, False Deceiver, produced by Trevor Hutchinson (Lúnasa, The Waterboys). It is a mix of songs and tunes from the band’s home County of Louth along original material and has already garnered significant national airplay in Ireland (including RTE Lyric FM and Radio 1), including live appearances on Newstalk’s Pat Kenny Show and Raidio na Gaeltachta.More recently Kern released a single, “Till the Docklands Drown”, produced by Donal O’Connor (Ulaid, At First Light). The song was featured in the IFTA-winning Element Pictures movie A Date for Mad Mary.The band has toured extensively in the past year and has just won the 2018 TradFest Temple Bar Showcase and has performed at the largest Irish festival in America Milwaukee Irish Fest. As well as 2019 dates at Folk Aliance in Canada and in Germany, Kern have appeared at this year’s TradFest Temple Bar and are completing the band’s second album which will be supported by an extensive Irish tour.

]]> Kern is a contemporary folk band from County Louth, The band has toured extensively in the past year and has just won the 2018 TradFest Temple Bar Showcase and has performed at the largest Irish festival in America Milwaukee Irish Fest. http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20190317b1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20190317b1.mp3 16:33 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 17 Mar 2019 16:52:00 +0000 Moxie, 5 Irish musicians with traditional backbones delivering a new brand of Irish music heavily influenced by Electro, Jazz, House, and Rock putting them at the forefront of new music from Ireland. MOXIE,  5 Irish musicians with traditional backbones delivering a new brand of Irish music heavily influenced by Electro, Jazz, House, and Rock putting them at the forefront of new music from Ireland. Delivering an energetic, wild and unique live show, Moxie have been inspiring audiences and musicians with their new palette of 21st century Irish music. The band includes Cillian Doheny (guitars), Jos Kelly (accordion/keyboard), Darren Roche (accordion), Ted Kelly (tenor banjo/electric tenor guitar) and Josh Sampson(drums)

]]> Moxie, 5 Irish musicians with traditional backbones delivering a new brand of Irish music heavily influenced by Electro, Jazz, House, and Rock putting them at the forefront of new music from Ireland. http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20190317c1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20190317c1.mp3 14:33 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 17 Mar 2019 16:52:00 +0000 Lochlann Scott Lochlann holds a degree and two post graduate diplomas in Psychology and Health Psychology. He worked in Social Care and Social Work departments for many years in the HSE West in residential and long-term family support. Helplink Support Services is a charitable organisation that provides accessibleMental Health & Conflict Resolution services(locally in the West of Ireland and nationally/internationally online)Irish Abroad Counselling Service: With support in the past from the Minister for Diaspora, the Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade, the GAA, An Post and other agencies we provide our unique free, online Irish abroad counselling service for Irish citizens living abroad. The service is available to current Irish passport holders globally (time zone dependent). In 2019 Helplink expanded this service to support returning Irish emigrants as well, through self referral directly to us or through our referral partners Crosscare Migrant Project, Safe Home Ireland and the Irish Council for Prisoners Overseas (ICPO).Online Mediation Service: in addition we provide Ireland’s first Online Mediation Service – the reasoning behind setting up this service is because we wanted to support people who are in conflict and either cannot or should not be in the same room with each other; but they still need to sort out disputes such as child access and financial matters.

Irish Abroad Online Counselling Service (IAOCS) – supporting Irish citizens living abroad with their emotional support needs 7 days a week!This service is also available for returning Irish emigrants – must register for appointment within 3 months of return.Over the past six years our Irish based, Garda vetted Counsellors have been supporting the Irish abroad that have been experiencing the following: bullying, depression, loneliness, lack of a familiar support structure, transitional stress and anxiety, displacement, self-esteem and addiction issues…From listening to the needs of our clients’ through their stories and analysing current and previous research, we have found that Diaspora (emigrants) are very unlikely to make use of counselling services in their adopted country of residence. Those who attempt to engage report barriers experienced with culturally unaware counsellors making the counselling process more difficult among other aspects.Examples of these stories that are reflected in decades of multi-cultural counselling research are available here: ‘Research Links‘; for more on this topic please see our ‘identified need‘ page.With the assistance of the Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade and the support of the GAA and An Post, Helplink launched our free online counselling service on September 10th 2016; initially for Irish citizens in Australia and in Canada. In 2018 appointments for this much needed service became available for Irish citizens across the globe (time zone dependent).This is a free service for Irish citizens living abroad and now, since 2019, Irish citizens can also avail of the service when they are returning to Ireland. For Irish returning emigrants they can self-refer directly to us or they can also go through our referral partners Crosscare Migrant Project, Safe Home Ireland and the Irish Council for Prisoners Overseas – click on the links to go to their websites.

]]> Lochlann Scott Lochlann holds a degree and two post graduate diplomas in Psychology and Health Psychology. He worked in Social Care and Social Work departments for many years in the HSE West in residential and long-term family support. http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=201903101.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=201903101.mp3 1:01:47 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 10 Mar 2019 12:00:00 +0000 A crew including a writer, two musicians, an artist and a stonemason embark on the Camino by sea, in a traditional boat that they built themselves, as they embark on the 2,500km voyage from Ireland to Santiago de Compostela. Dónal has worked as a Director and Editor on films made for cinema and for broadcast and his wide-ranging international experience includes fiction, experimental and documentary films. His U.S. based experience as a Freelance Editor includes the Journey Into Buddhism trilogy, of which the third title Vajra Sky Over Tibet was theatrically released in the U.S. in 2006, and broadcast nationwide on PBS. He also worked with acclaimed Iranian director Amir Naderi on Marathon (2002); the third feature film in his New York trilogy. Five of the independent feature films that Dónal worked on in the past 15 years have received theatrical releases. His Ireland based experience as a Director and Editor includes work with the Irish Film Board and national Irish broadcasters RTÉ and TG4.

]]> A crew including a writer, two musicians, an artist and a stonemason embark on the Camino by sea, in a traditional boat that they built themselves, as they embark on the 2,500km voyage from Ireland to Santiago de Compostela. http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20190303c1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20190303c1.mp3 31:51 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 03 Mar 2019 13:30:00 +0000 'The Rising’ will be the first motion picture to dramatise the heroic story of the leaders of the secret rebellion that led to Irish Independence. Portraying the true story of the 1916 Easter Rebellion in Ireland, 'The Rising' will be the prequel to the historic movies 'Michael Collins' starring Liam Neeson and 'The Wind that Shakes the Barley' which won the Palme d'Or at Cannes Film Festival in 2006. It is co-written by James Ragan, who worked in production for Oscar-winning films such as 'The Godfather' and 'The Deer Hunter’'The Rising’ will be the first motion picture to dramatise the heroic story of the leaders of the secret rebellion that led to Irish Independence.‘The Rising’ is gathering together one of the most impressive cast lists for an Irish movie including David O’Hara, Fiona Shaw, Colin Morgan and Brendan Coyle. It will also proudly showcase the debut movie performance of Micheál Neeson, in the role of Michael Collins which his father Liam Neeson made famous 20 years ago. Led by the filmmaker Kevin McCann, a professional crew behind the camera will craft a compelling dramatic movie. Supported by the Irish Film Board, Northern Ireland Screen and private equity partners, this film will respectfully remember a great story of Ireland and be an international hit in cinema theatres and across all movie platforms.

]]> 'The Rising’ will be the first motion picture to dramatise the heroic story of the leaders of the secret rebellion that led to Irish Independence. http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20190303b1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20190303b1.mp3 10:16 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 03 Mar 2019 13:15:00 +0000 Alison Lawson talks about Ottawa Welsh Film Festival will be held at the ByTowne Cinema in Ottawa during March. Ottawa Welsh Film Festival will be held at the ByTowne Cinema in Ottawa during  March. The event is a collaboration between the Society and the ByTowne Cinema. We believe that this might be  the first ever Welsh Film Festival in Canada!  A film will be shown each Tuesday evening during the month of March- March 5th, 12th, 19th and 26th(6.45 p.m.).The four films will showcase Welsh film-making creativity and have been carefully chosen to reflect the language, culture and history of Wales. There is something there for everyone: the portrayal of poet Hedd Wyn in his native Snowdonia and on the battle fields of World War OneMar  5: Hedd WynMar 12: Y Streic a FiMar 19: Y SyrcasMar 26: Under Milk Wood

]]> Alison Lawson talks about Ottawa Welsh Film Festival will be held at the ByTowne Cinema in Ottawa during March. http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20190303a1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20190303a1.mp3 16:33 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 03 Mar 2019 13:00:00 +0000 The Dig follows a through line of Northern Irish thrillers from The Survivalist to Bad Day For The Cut. After serving fifteen years for murder, Callahan returns home to find Sean, his victim’s father searching for the body. Callahan soon realises that the The Tohill Brothers are a directing team from Northern Ireland. Ryan, a director with five short films to his name shares some of the co-directing credits with his editor brother Andrew. As a team they have grown up writing, directing and editing together and while developing future projects they are continuously gaining experience in thethriving film industry of Northern Ireland. As well as directing Ryan continues to work in the art department of TV productions such as HBO’s Game of Thrones, ITV’s The Frankenstein Chronicles, and BBC dramas such as Line of Duty & The Fall , as well as numerous feature films such as the Oscar nominated Philomena. He has clocked up hundreds of hours of onset experience at the highest level. In mid 2006 his brother Andrew moved from an Assistant Directing role and began developing a prominent career in post production. As well as Andrew editing their own short films, he’s cut numerous television documentaries and dramas for local and national television. His last documentary feature film ROAD was released in cinemas nationwide June 11th 2014, and is set to pursue another in early 2018. The Tohill’s brothers most recent short film Insulin was produced by Brian Falconer as part of the survivalist shorts, premiering at BAFTA in 2014. Their previous film, Eye Line received critical acclaim on the festival circuit winning ‘Best New-coming Directors’ at Cornwall film festival and ‘Finalist‘ in Soho Rushes Shorts in 2012. Andrew and Ryan are passionate people who enjoy all aspects of filmmaking. They are confident in what they want to achieve, and concise when explaining their vision. Having worked in many departments, both on set and post production, they have acquired an crucial understanding of various roles within the industry and are mindful of the fundamental challenges that face every department.

]]> The Dig follows a through line of Northern Irish thrillers from The Survivalist to Bad Day For The Cut. After serving fifteen years for murder, Callahan returns home to find Sean, his victim’s father searching for the body. Callahan soon realises that the http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20190224d1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20190224d1.mp3 13:14 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 24 Feb 2019 13:50:00 +0000 Allan has just turned 99. He sits with his grand daughter, the filmmaker, and recalls memories of life in Dublin from a century gone by. Allan has just turned 99. He sits with his grand daughter, the filmmaker, and recalls memories of life in Dublin from a century gone by. With his lighthearted nature, Allan conveys to the audience, and his grand daughter, his secret to a long and happy life. Director will be in attendanceGillian was born in Ireland and came to Canada with her family at the age of 2. She spent the last year in Ireland where she had the opportunity to explore and reconnect with her Irish heritage. Today, Gillian lives in rural Ontario where she is starting her family, gardening, and working as a creative storyteller. She is moved by nature’s beauty and the power of storytelling to bridge differences and inspire change in our communities. This is her first independent film

]]> Allan has just turned 99. He sits with his grand daughter, the filmmaker, and recalls memories of life in Dublin from a century gone by. http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20190224c1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20190224c1.mp3 12:20 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 24 Feb 2019 13:40:00 +0000 In the otherwise tranquil Dublin neighbourhood of Stoneybatter, one local quirk has divided neighbours. The Pigeons. In the otherwise tranquil Dublin neighbourhood of Stoneybatter, one local quirk has divided neighbours. The Pigeons. This hilarious short documentary looks at the local Pigeon population, while we listen to impassioned opinions from the disgruntled neighbours.Paddy Cahill is a Dublin based documentary director, primarily making films about art and architecture. His 2016 documentary ‘Seán Hillen, Merging Views’ won best short documentary at Galway Film Fleadh and screened at many other prestigious film festivals as well as on RTÉ’s Shortscreen. 2017 his feature documentary ‘Amanda Coogan: Long Now’ premiered at the Audi Dublin International Film Festival. The film profiles the renowned Irish artist, and has since had many more screenings including at the Irish Film Institute, around Ireland, and internationally. In May 2019 he will take up a residency in Paris awarded by the Centre Culturel Irlandais. He is a member of The Screen Directors Guild of Ireland, The Irish Architectural Archive, DoCoMoMo Ireland, and Visual Artists Ireland.

]]> In the otherwise tranquil Dublin neighbourhood of Stoneybatter, one local quirk has divided neighbours. The Pigeons. http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20190224b1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20190224b1.mp3 10:38 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 24 Feb 2019 13:25:00 +0000 Caitríona Ní Chadhain is from Connemara in County Galway, Ireland, she grew up speaking Irish and is passionate about the importance of keeping the endangered language alive. Grá & Eagla is a short documentary examining Irish people’s attitudes towards our native language. The story follows comedian Áine Gallagher as she prepares material for her bilingual stand-up comedy show, giving her an opportunity to explore why so many Irish people feel passionately about the Irish language but lack the confidence to speak it. (In English & Gaelic).Caitríona Ní Chadhain is from Connemara in County Galway, Ireland, she grew up speaking Irish and is passionate about the importance of keeping the endangered language alive. Caitríona has a background in journalism and television production, and is particularly interested in documentary film making.

]]> Caitríona Ní Chadhain is from Connemara in County Galway, Ireland, she grew up speaking Irish and is passionate about the importance of keeping the endangered language alive. http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20190224a1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20190224a1.mp3 11:58 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 24 Feb 2019 13:10:00 +0000 When a young man drops out of college to care for his mother, he too finds himself increasingly insulated from the outside world. Richard Keaney will be in attendance. Scope- Director; Richard Keaney  Toronto Irish Film Fest SUN MAR 3rd 2:00pmStarring | Fiach Kunz, Andrea KellyStarring Fiach Kunz (Game of Thrones, Black 47) and Andrea Kelly (Terminal, The Clinic). Richard Keaney fell in love with directing making a number of student short films while studying at University College Dublin from 2011-2013. Soon after, he founded Fight Back Films with fellow classmate and director, Natasha Waugh (IFTA nominee- ‘Terminal’, 2016). His first professional short film, ‘Recoil’ (2014) was selected for both the Videodrunk Film Festival in Toronto and Dublin International Short Film and Music Festival. His second short, ‘Late Arrivals’ was officially selected for 11 International festivals including IndieCork, Chicago Irish Film Festival, Fastnet Short Film Festival & Limerick Short Film Festival where it was nominated for Best Director and won the award for Best Lighting. The film finished off it’s run of good form with two months of screening on Aer Lingus Long haul flights from October- November, 2016. He has recently produced short film, ‘Bare’ for Fight Back Films which is written & directed by debut Filmmaker, David Devoy. ‘Bare’ has so far been selected for The Ambassador Reel Film Festival Cork as well as winning The Pinnacle Award at Elevation Indie Film Awards and becoming Semi Finalist of Los Angeles Cinefest. Richard also worked as a Trainee Assistant Director on feature film, Soulsmith directed by Kevin Henry which was accepted into the 2016 Cork Film Festival and screened as part of the December 2017 Irish Focus screening in the Irish Film Institute. Scope is his third film as writer/director. It has been selected for seven international film festivals so far with 2 wins and 1 nomination.

]]> When a young man drops out of college to care for his mother, he too finds himself increasingly insulated from the outside world. Richard Keaney will be in attendance. http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20190217e1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20190217e1.mp3 12:26 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 17 Feb 2019 13:50:00 +0000 Yes, it’s a film about Irish zombies…because the vege-tables have turned on a desperate trio of zombies, who are left with no choice but to chomp on vegetables to survive. (In English & Irish). Starring | Mícheál Fleming, Claire Loy, Degnán GeraghtyYes, it’s a film about Irish zombies…because the vege-tables have turned on a desperate trio of zombies, who are left with no choice but to chomp on vegetables to survive. (In English & Irish).An Irishman with a Brazilian twist. Reared in the foothills of the Slieve Bloom mountains, Co.Laois only to rise and conquer the mighty Dublin in my studious years. Mícheál started out in theatre. Acting and writing plays and then found a taste for film.

]]> Yes, it’s a film about Irish zombies…because the vege-tables have turned on a desperate trio of zombies, who are left with no choice but to chomp on vegetables to survive. (In English & Irish). http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20190217d1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20190217d1.mp3 11:46 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 17 Feb 2019 13:40:00 +0000 A first disco. Everyone’s had one. Think back to 1983. Culture Club are no. 1, everyone’s glued to Knight Rider, and Kelly Harrison is not only experiencing her first crush, she’s going to her first disco. Kelly’s only problem is she’s getting train track First Disco - Director; Helen O’Reilly     Toronto Irish Film Fest SUN MAR 3rd 2:00pmStarring | Alex Deegan, Olivia McKevitt, Noah ScolardA first disco. Everyone’s had one. Think back to 1983. Culture Club are no. 1, everyone’s glued to Knight Rider, and Kelly Harrison is not only experiencing her first crush, she’s going to her first disco. Kelly’s only problem is she’s getting train track braces in her mouth right before the big night.Helen O’Reilly is a writer and director living in Dublin, Ireland. She graduated with a BA in Film and Video from the School of Visual Arts in New York City in 2014 and received a screenwriting award from the New York Women in Film and Television for her screenplay, ‘The High Heeled Fugitives’. She recently had a number of other scripts shortlisted in Final Draft’s ‘Big Break’ Competition and the UK’s ‘Shore Scripts’ competition. She also produced the award winning short film ‘I Lost My Phone’. Helen is a big fan of John Hughes’ films including ‘The Breakfast Club’, ‘Planes, Tranes and Automobiles’ and ‘Ferris Bueller’s Day Off’ and these films very much inspired her approach to directing ‘First Disco’ . This is Helen’s directorial debut.

]]> A first disco. Everyone’s had one. Think back to 1983. Culture Club are no. 1, everyone’s glued to Knight Rider, and Kelly Harrison is not only experiencing her first crush, she’s going to her first disco. Kelly’s only problem is she’s getting train track http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20190217c1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20190217c1.mp3 10:39 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 17 Feb 2019 13:25:00 +0000 We can all empathize with the grief of the mother who’s lost a child. But should we empathize with the grief of the mother of the person responsible? This powerful short drama asks the question. Ma - Director; Anne Marie Kelly Toronto Irish Film Fest SUN MAR 3rd 2:00pmStarring | Anne Marie Kelly, Jamie McCleanWe can all empathize with the grief of the mother who’s lost a child. But should we empathize with the grief of the mother of the person responsible? This powerful short drama asks the question.Anne Marie Kelly (Singer/Actress/Psychotherapist) won “Best Actor” for her role in “Ma”, which she wrote, directed and produced, at “Disappear Here Film Festival”. She has enjoyed roles in David Freyne’s “The Cured” and Baz David’s “The History of this Moment”. She studied the Meisner Technique with Momentum Acting Studios, and Improvisation with the Gaiety School of Acting. March 2018 saw the release of her multimedia exhibition “Virgin Mother Whore … Woman” and from that, the album of the same name. Alongside ran her photographic/psychotherapeutic exhibition “Roots & Wings”. She has worked as a singer and independent songwriter for twenty five years in Ireland and has enjoyed collaborations with some of the finest musicians from the genres of jazz and rock. Alongside her career in the arts, she is a practising psychotherapist specialising in the areas of addiction and emotional release with a previous background in business and finance.

]]> We can all empathize with the grief of the mother who’s lost a child. But should we empathize with the grief of the mother of the person responsible? This powerful short drama asks the question. http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20190217b1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20190217b1.mp3 9:41 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 17 Feb 2019 13:15:00 +0000 A troubled traditional Irish musician re-enters the fold after a long absence. An emotionally stunted friend wants to offer an apology. When words fail them both, music is all they have to bring them together. Troubles Director; Jonathan Harden,  Toronto Irish Film Fest SUN MAR 3rd 2:00pmStarring | Fra Fee, Niall McNamee, Tony DevlinA troubled traditional Irish musician re-enters the fold after a long absence. An emotionally stunted friend wants to offer an apology. When words fail them both, music is all they have to bring them together.Jonathan is a director and actor from Belfast. Troubles is his second short film as a director and producer. His first GUARD – a female led boxing film – premiered at the Galway Film Fleadh in 2017. Film Credits as an actor include: Rian Johnson’s Star Wars: The Last Jedi (Bad Robot, Lucas Film), Stephen Frears’ Victoria & Abdul (Working title), Ralph Fienne’s The Invisible Woman (BBC Films), and Oliver Hirschbiegel’s Five Minutes of Heaven (BBC Films). Jonathan has appeared in her twenty shorts, including four with Oscar nominee Michael Lennox, for whom he narrated the 2015 BAFTA winner, Boogaloo and Graham.

]]> A troubled traditional Irish musician re-enters the fold after a long absence. An emotionally stunted friend wants to offer an apology. When words fail them both, music is all they have to bring them together. http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20190217a1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20190217a1.mp3 15:21 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 17 Feb 2019 13:00:00 +0000 Emmet O'Brien & Steve Broekhuizen

Emmet O’Brien & Steve Broekhuizen from Cork City, Ireland. As members of Deep Red they are primarily interested in script writing and concept generation. Their short films have been featured in festivals worldwide and have received some awards. Emmet's work in writing and producing the video for huge international hit “Take me to Church” by Irish musician Hozier enjoyed tremendous success and was nominated for an MTV video award. He is also a member of Turncoat Press who are active in the local comic book scene. Almost Home premieres at Toronto Irish Film Festival on Mar 3rd at 2:00pm

 

]]> Emmet O'Brien & Steve Broekhuizen http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20190210d1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20190210d1.mp3 18:08 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 10 Feb 2019 13:45:00 +0000 Siofra Quinn-Gates

Recovery Director | Siofra Quinn Gates

Canadian Premiere | Documentary at Toronto Irish Film Festival

A short film that tells the story of people who have recovered from a traumatic experience, such as sexual assault, and the recovery process required to move on with life. Featuring the voices of three female victims accompanied by visual representations on screen. A powerful, short documentary.

An up-and-coming filmmaker who is passionate about the provocation of empathy within viewers. Her aim is to help people better understand taboo subjects such as sexual assault, in doing so she empowers the women who speak about their journey of recovery from sexual assault in her film ‘Recovery.’

 

]]> Siofra Quinn-Gates http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20190210c1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20190210c1.mp3 9:44 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 10 Feb 2019 13:35:00 +0000 Kristin Chan & Geraldine Browne

TORONTO IRISH PLAYERS are presenting The Land Grabber By James Phelan and Edward F. Barrett Directed by Kristin Chan A survivor of Ireland’s Famine, Johnny Foley is driven to expand his farm and risk the censure of his neighbours and the loss of his family. This original script by James Phelan is a reworking of a script written by his grandfather, Edward F. Barrett and submitted to the Abbey Theatre under the direction of William Butler Yeats. Kristin talk aboout the play and her role as Director. Geraldine Browne, Co-Producer outlines the work involved in bringing the play to stage. The Production is running February 14 to March 2 at The Alumnae Theatre, 70 Berkeley Street, Toronto Tickets at 416- 440 - 2888 & https://torontoirishplayers.com

 

]]> Kristin Chan & Geraldine Browne http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20190210b1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20190210b1.mp3 14:34 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 10 Feb 2019 13:20:00 +0000 Frances Crowe

rances Crowe works from her studio in Grange, Co. Roscommon. A graduate of NCAD, Frances has taken part in numerous exhibitions both solo and in groups in her career. "I am a fibre artist based in Roscommon, Ireland. My inspiration comes from the landscapes and surroundings of my country studio. I work in a variety of materials, paint, collage, mixed media - but my primary thought process is in fibres. I like to collect materials such as wool, rope, cotton, and twist and weave them together to form individual, original works of art." Frances is exhibiting at the Premier International Tapestry Exhibition being held in Oakville from Feb 16th - Mar 9th.

 

]]> Frances Crowe http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20190210a1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20190210a1.mp3 17:23 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 10 Feb 2019 13:00:00 +0000 Niall Gibbons, CEO Tourism Ireland - Tourism Ireland has identified a number of strategic areas to underpin its promotional activity in 2019 Niall Gibbons CEO Tourism Ireland.Tourism Ireland has identified a number of strategic areas to underpin its promotional activity in 2019. These include:    Sustainable destination marketing: The island of Ireland now welcomes more visitors from around the globe than ever before. Tourism of this scale provides great benefits to our economy; however, there is an opportunity to spread this success across the year and more equitably around the entire island. Not only will this benefit more local communities, it will also ensure we continue to deliver our renowned Irish welcome and outstanding visitor experience. Tourism Ireland has developed a set of sustainability principles to guide its marketing programmes into the future. These include:        a greater focus on less visited attractions and locations that have overseas appeal, such as Diamond Hill in Connemara, Achill Island and Fanad Head Lighthouse.        driving business in the off-peak and shoulder seasons; and         co-operative activity with carriers, industry partners and the travel trade overseas that drives either regional growth or season extension.    New global campaign: Tourism Ireland’s new global campaign – ‘Fill Your Heart With Ireland’ – will refresh and reinvigorate the presentation of the island of Ireland overseas. It aims to connect more emotionally with prospective visitors, by inviting them to ‘Fill Your Heart with Ireland’, with the promise that spending time here will help restore their lust for life. The campaign will feature a range of less visited attractions and locations and will highlight the passions that research shows motivate our target audience, such as landscapes and heritage; and will dial up activities like walking, cycling and kayaking. This is Tourism Ireland’s first major campaign in seven years; its ‘Jump Into Ireland’ campaign was developed in 2011 and has played its part in delivering seven years of consecutive growth in overseas tourism.     Digital and social media: In 2019, Tourism Ireland will continue to leverage its strength in digital and social media. The organisation will re-develop its international website, Ireland.com – for roll-out in 2020 – to ensure its digital marketing continues to be ‘best in class’ in the 2020s. The new technology will also allow Tourism Ireland to re-target visitors and potential visitors with personalised messages and offers, designed to appeal to their specific interests. Tourism Ireland is now the fourth most popular tourism board in the world on Facebook (4.3 million fans), number four on Twitter (504,000 followers) and number four on YouTube (49.3 million views).    Global Ireland 2025: In the context of the Government’s Global Ireland 2025 initiative, Tourism Ireland will implement its US, German, emerging markets and British market growth strategies. This will see the organisation expand its operations in China – with new representation in Hong Kong – and increase its marketing activity in the US and Canada, as well as in emerging markets like Japan (particularly around the Rugby World Cup).     Leverage once-in-a-lifetime opportunities for Northern Ireland: The final series of Game of Thrones will air in spring 2019; Tourism Ireland is planning a year-long programme of activity to maximise this opportunity. And, Tourism Ireland will also take every opportunity to highlight The 148th Open at Royal Portrush.

]]> Niall Gibbons, CEO Tourism Ireland - Tourism Ireland has identified a number of strategic areas to underpin its promotional activity in 2019 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20190203b1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20190203b1.mp3 16:14 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 03 Feb 2019 13:35:00 +0000 Irish Consul General: Frank Flood Frank Flood served as Ireland's Ambassador to Estonia, before taking up position in Vancouver. He has significant experience in working to promote peace and reconciliation on the island of Ireland, overseas development aid and the promotion of bilateral trade, on two assignments in Belfast, worked overseas with the United Nations Development Programme in Addis Ababa and served as Vice Consul in the Consulate General in Boston. Frank has a science and teaching background and is married with three children and one grandchild. His wife Órla Ní Bhróithe will be accompanying him on his assignment in Vancouver.     Message from the new Consul General Frank Flood Consul General's BiographyI am very honoured and greatly privileged to be appointed as Ireland's first Consul General of Ireland in Vancouver. The opening of a Consulate General Office in Vancouver is a recognition of the strong historical links between Western Canada and Ireland. This is reflected in the number of Irish people, of all ages and backgrounds living and working in British Columbia.Building on the work of the Irish Embassy in Ottawa and the Honorary Consul General in Vancouver, the Consulate will work to promote and protect Irish community interests in the Vancouver area by:   Providing high quality consular services and support for the Irish diaspora.   Facilitating the promotion of Ireland’s economic interests through our support of the Irish state agencies.   Further strengthening the strong bilateral relations between Canada and Ireland.My colleague Luke Hanlon and I operate from a  Consulate General Office in downtown Vancouver since mid-September. The Consulate is open to the public and Irish communityOn the trade side the initial focus is on engaging with the Irish state agencies, the Irish community (particularly the new Irish-Canada Vancouver Chamber of Commerce) and the local Canadian business sector. The objective is to learn from past experiences and obtain a stronger understanding of how the Consulate can best support and promote Ireland’s economic interests.Le gach dea-ghuíFrank Flood

]]> Irish Consul General: Frank Flood http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20190203a1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20190203a1.mp3 33:28 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 03 Feb 2019 13:00:00 +0000 Ambassador Jim Kelly Irish Ambassador to Canada, Jim Kelly provides a comprehensive review of the year past.His review includes the political, trade, tourist, cultural and diaspora areas of the mission.He also reflects on Brexit.

]]> Ambassador Jim Kelly http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=201901271.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=201901271.mp3 1:00:00 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 27 Jan 2019 13:00:00 +0000 Laura Hay and Peter Hughes are helping create awareness and promote the Celtic Irish American Academy (CIAA) summer program in Canada. This is the first year the progrgam is being made available in Canada. Laura and Peter provide the details. Laura Hay and Peter Hughes are helping create awareness and promote the Celtic Irish American Academy (CIAA) summer program in Canada. This is the first year the progrgam is being made available in Canada. Laura and Peter provide the details.

]]> Laura Hay and Peter Hughes are helping create awareness and promote the Celtic Irish American Academy (CIAA) summer program in Canada. This is the first year the progrgam is being made available in Canada. Laura and Peter provide the details. http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20190120c1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20190120c1.mp3 14:11 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 20 Jan 2019 13:45:00 +0000 Offering you a unique, transformational experience that adds significant long-term value to your personal development and career outcomes is the core of the Celtic Irish American Academy (CIAA) summer program. CELTIC IRISH AMERICAN ACADEMYOffering you a unique, transformational experience that adds significant long-term value to your personal development and career outcomes is the core of the Celtic Irish American Academy (CIAA) summer program.This family-run program is founded and managed by Brian Fahy and his daughter, Dr. Johanna Clancy. The duo had the idea for creating a program like this for quite some time, motivated by strong family and business ties in the United States, deep knowledge and appreciation of the United States - Irish relationship, and a combined 40 years experience in the second and third level education sector.Celtic Irish American Academy is an international summer school for American, Canadian and European high school students. The 2019 summer school runs from Sunday July 14th to Saturday July 27th. The summer school is based in Galway City, recently voted the world's friendliest city, home of the Claddagh ring, and regarded as the cultural capital, on the west coast of Ireland. Our mission is to provide you  with an adventurous, fun and unique insight to your Irish heritage.Students engage in an intellectually stimulating and deeply enriching exploration of their Irish heritage and its intimate bond with the United States. We offer an exciting combination of tours, classes, sports and volunteering. From hiking in the Wild Atlantic Way, to strolling down the cobblestone streets, to learning traditional Irish music and Gaelic language, there is an adventurous program in store for you!

]]> Offering you a unique, transformational experience that adds significant long-term value to your personal development and career outcomes is the core of the Celtic Irish American Academy (CIAA) summer program. http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20190120b1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20190120b1.mp3 19:28 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 20 Jan 2019 13:25:00 +0000 Dungarvan, Co Waterford, Ireland, will host the 2019 International McGrath Clan Gathering next June. This 5-day festival of heritage, culture and history, will attract members of this great Irish clan from around the world to Dungarvan Dungarvan hosts McGrath Clan Gathering 2019 

Dungarvan, Co Waterford, Ireland, will host the 2019 International McGrath Clan Gathering next June. This 5-day festival of heritage, culture and history, will attract members of this great Irish clan from around the world to the charming town of Dungarvan on Ireland’s south -east coast. The event runs from June 26th and finishes with the McGrath Clan Gala Dinner in the Park Hotel on June 30th.Clan Chieftain and Chairman of the McGrath Clan Association, Dan McGrath, is looking forward to welcoming members of his clan for this global event to Dungarvan and West Waterford where “they will get a real Irish welcome and find out about their history and heritage, sampling the best of Irish culture at the same time. The town is the ideal location for the event, it has a huge amount of McGrath history in the area, great traditional music in the local bars and award-winning restaurants. It also has years of experience hosting top quality festivals”. This event is set to be one of the biggest clan gatherings in Ireland next year. The event is organized by the McGrath Clan Association, who are proud members of Clans of Ireland.The time table for the McGrath Clan Gathering has visits to several heritage sites in the area, such as Lismore Castle, Sleady Castle, the McGrath tombs in Abbeyside and Lismore Cathedral, Cobh Heritage Centre, Ardmore’s Round Tower and Youghal. There will be traditional Irish music each night and a visit to the Gaeltacht (Irish speaking area). Also on the menu are three lecture sessions where various experts will speak on related topics. One of the highlights will be the McGrath Clan Gala Dinner in the Park Hotel, Dungarvan.A flag which was specially designed for the 2019 McGrath Clan gathering, is promoting the event while making an Olympic torch style journey around the world. It has already been hosted in the USA, Canada, New Zealand, Australia and is currently is South Africa. The flag has been to cities, towns, festivals, heritage centres and has been pictured at many iconic locations around the world.All members of the McGrath Clan, their extended families and friends are welcome. Registration is now open and due to the popularity of Dungarvan as a destination, visitors are strongly advised to book your accommodation early.Further details: www.mcgrathclan.org

]]> Dungarvan, Co Waterford, Ireland, will host the 2019 International McGrath Clan Gathering next June. This 5-day festival of heritage, culture and history, will attract members of this great Irish clan from around the world to Dungarvan http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20190120a1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20190120a1.mp3 21:00 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 20 Jan 2019 13:00:00 +0000 Kevin McCann Kevin McCann: Director - The Rising  @1916moviePortraying the true story of the 1916 Easter Rebellion in Ireland, 'The Rising' will be the prequel to the historic movies 'Michael Collins' starring Liam Neeson and 'The Wind that Shakes the Barley' which won the Palme d'Or at Cannes Film Festival in 2006. It is co-written by James Ragan, who worked in production for Oscar-winning films such as 'The Godfather' and 'The Deer Hunter’'The Rising’ will be the first motion picture to dramatise the heroic story of the leaders of the secret rebellion that led to Irish Independence.‘The Rising’ is gathering together one of the most impressive cast lists for an Irish movie including David O’Hara, Fiona Shaw, Colin Morgan and Brendan Coyle. It will also proudly showcase the debut movie performance of Micheál Neeson, in the role of Michael Collins which his father Liam Neeson made famous 20 years ago. Led by the filmmaker Kevin McCann, a professional crew behind the camera will craft a compelling dramatic movie. Supported by the Irish Film Board, Northern Ireland Screen and private equity partners, this film will respectfully remember a great story of Ireland and be an international hit in cinema theatres and across all movie platforms.

]]> Kevin McCann http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20190113c1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20190113c1.mp3 22:30 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 13 Jan 2019 13:35:00 +0000 John P. Kelly Minding Frankie By Maeve BinchyAdapted for the stage by Shay LinehanDirected by John P. KellyFeaturing Vivian Burns and Lawrence EvenchickJanuary 17-26, 2019 (preview January 16)Saturday and Sunday matinees at 2:30 p.m.***Special discount weekday matinee at 12:30pm on Wednesday January 23***Maeve Binchy was probably Ireland’s greatest romantic fiction writer.  Here, her 2010 hit novel Minding Frankie has been adapted for the stage by Shay Linehan. Watch Noel, a middle-aged Dublin alcoholic as he sets about raising baby Frankie.  “I intend to be the best mother I can be” he says.  Watch his whole community join in to share the responsibility – “It takes a village to raise a child. Or a street.” And watch well-meaning social worker Moira, a woman with secrets of her own, go beyond her call of duty to make his life as hard as she possibly can.Although several of her books have been adapted for cinema and TV, Minding Frankie gives theatre-goers a first chance to see her work live on stage. The world premier was as recent as this year in Ireland and SevenThirty’s production, directed by John P. Kelly will be a Canadian first.  This is a play which will likely be seen on Broadway before too long.  This is your chance to see it first in Ottawa.

]]> John P. Kelly http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20190113b1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20190113b1.mp3 22:42 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 13 Jan 2019 13:15:00 +0000 Richie Ryan Richard Ryan - Irish professional footballer who up to recently played for FC Cincinnati in the United Soccer League. He has previously played for Sunderland, Scunthorpe United and Boston United in England; Royal Antwerp in Belgium; Sligo Rovers and Shamrock Rovers in Ireland; Dundee United in Scotland; Ottawa Fury in Canada and Jacksonville Armada and Miami FC in the United States.Richie signed with North American Soccer League club Ottawa Fury FC in December 2013.After two years with Ottawa, he transferred to Jacksonville Armada FC on 15 December 2015, less than six-months later he was on the move again, joining fellow NASL side Miami FC on 13 May 2016, for a reported fee of $750,000.Richie chats about his career and his current transition.

]]> Richie Ryan http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20190113a1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20190113a1.mp3 12:05 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 13 Jan 2019 13:00:00 +0000 Red Shannon, from Limerick, spent a number of years studying in Montreal before moving to Toronto and then New Brunswick. While in Montreal he broadcast an Irish show on CJAD. Red Shannon, from Limerick, spent a number of years studying in Montreal before moving to Toronto and then New Brunswick. While in Montreal he broadcast an Irish show on CJAD. He decided to move back to Ireland but was unable to obtain work. He is currently working as a journalist at BBC Radio, based in Manchester and also a correspondent for Global National in Canada.

]]> Red Shannon, from Limerick, spent a number of years studying in Montreal before moving to Toronto and then New Brunswick. While in Montreal he broadcast an Irish show on CJAD. http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20190106c1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20190106c1.mp3 13:59 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 06 Jan 2019 13:45:00 +0000 The couple were in Newfoundland for Christmas vacation and Seamus and Michelle relate the story of their meeting and the onset and diagnosis of Myalgic Encephalomyelitis and their subsequent journey. Michelle and Seamus Hennessy   @shay_hennessy Seamus Hennessy from Co Cork met Michelle while she was studying in Ireland. The couple were in Newfoundland for Christmas vacation and Seamus and Michelle relate the story of their meeting and the onset and diagnosis of Myalgic Encephalomyelitis and their subsequent journey. MYALGIA = Muscle painENCEPHALOMYELITIS = Inflammation of the brain & spinal cordM.E./C.F.S. is an complex and debilitating physiological illness involving neurological and endocrinal dysfunction and immune system dysregulation which is not improved by bed rest and can worsen with physical or mental exertion. Those affected also complain of many other related symptoms such as fever, sore throats, painful glands, muscle weakness, headaches, joint pains, sleep disturbance, confusion, irritability, poor concentration, and others.

]]> The couple were in Newfoundland for Christmas vacation and Seamus and Michelle relate the story of their meeting and the onset and diagnosis of Myalgic Encephalomyelitis and their subsequent journey. http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20190106b1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20190106b1.mp3 30:26 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 06 Jan 2019 13:15:00 +0000 Hibernia Roots Genealogy Services was established by Noreen Maher MGSI. Noreen is an experienced qualified Genealogist. Noreen Maher  @hiberniarootsHibernia Roots Genealogy Services was established by Noreen Maher MGSI. Noreen is an experienced qualified Genealogist. She holds a Diploma in Family History (Genealogy) and a Certificate in Oral History. Noreen is also listed as a researcher with the National Archives of Ireland and the National Library of Ireland.She has written a number of articles in journals and magazines. As well as carrying out research, Noreen runs "Tracing your Irish Ancestors" courses and gives talks to groups and clubs.Apart from researching her own family tree back to the early 1700's, (Noreen's roots are in Tipperary and Kilkenny and her husband's ancestors were from Carlow, Wicklow, Louth and Dublin) Noreen has carried out research for clients on family members who were involved in the Irish War of Independence, members of the Royal Irish Constabulary, WW1 British Army, involved in the Boer War after emigrating to New Zealand, and ancestors who emigrated to the United States, Canada and New Zealand. So, with her broad experience she is well-equipped to advise you and research on your behalf.

]]> Hibernia Roots Genealogy Services was established by Noreen Maher MGSI. Noreen is an experienced qualified Genealogist. http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20190106a1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20190106a1.mp3 14:55 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 06 Jan 2019 13:00:00 +0000 Paddy Brennan of Limerick Rock n Roll Club has released his much-awaited book ‘Limerick Music throughout the Decades’, which explores the history of music in Limerick from the 1800s to 2018. Limerick Music Throughout the Decades: A musical journey through timePaddy Brennan of Limerick Rock n Roll Club has released his much-awaited book ‘Limerick Music throughout the Decades’, which explores the history of music in Limerick from the 1800s to 2018.Limerick Music Throughout the Decades celebrates and showcases Limerick’s musical history, featuring articles on important local musical figures and bands and is a record of Limerick’s fine musical heritage.When asked what inspired him to compile the book Mr. Brennan said, “The idea for the book came after  I released a 62 song collection of songs by Limerick artists a few years ago. I felt that all this music and the stories behind its creation needed to be put down in print. It took three years of research to compile the entire book.”A collage of remarkable musicians that have entertained us all throughout decades.The book has a total of 556 pages that speak of the Limerick music memorabilia and also contains rare photographs from the same period, with over 1400 photos in colour and black and white.The book consists of an extensive section devoted to the works of The Cranberries. The pages also include articles and photographs on classical and opera music from the 1800’s.The book focuses a great deal on the era of the Showbands, and Ceili bands that used to perform in the dance halls across Limerick City and County. It features stories of the recording studios, the venues and even talks about the time when pirate radio stations were the most popular thing in Limerick in the 1980’s.

]]> Paddy Brennan of Limerick Rock n Roll Club has released his much-awaited book ‘Limerick Music throughout the Decades’, which explores the history of music in Limerick from the 1800s to 2018. http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20181230b1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20181230b1.mp3 31:40 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 30 Dec 2018 13:30:00 +0000 The Canada-Ireland Interparliamentary Friendship Group promotes exchanges between Irish and Canadian parliamentarians, proposes initiatives likely to lead to a better mutual understanding of national & international problems The Canada-Ireland Interparliamentary Friendship Group promotes exchanges between Irish and Canadian parliamentarians, proposes initiatives likely to lead to a better mutual understanding of national and international problems and works to develop cooperation between the two countries in all the fields of human activity.Executive Committee    Mr. James Maloney, M.P.     ChairHon. Terry M. Mercer, Senator     Vice-ChairMr. Larry Miller, M.P.         Vice-ChairHon. Robert Black, Senator     MemberHon. Joseph A. Day, Senator     MemberMr. John Barlow, M.P.         MemberMr. Daniel Blaikie, M.P.     MemberMrs. Kelly Block, M.P.         MemberMs. Gudie Hutchings, M.P.     MemberMr. Larry Maguire, M.P.     MemberHon. John McKay, P.C., M.P.     MemberMr. Terry Sheehan, M.P.     MemberMr. Francesco Sorbara, M.P.     MemberMr. Kevin Waugh, M.P.         MemberMr. Jean-François Pagé         Group Secretaryhttps://www.parl.ca/IIA/Association.aspx?Language=E&DCId=4&DTId=6&P=members&ORGId=10795

]]> The Canada-Ireland Interparliamentary Friendship Group promotes exchanges between Irish and Canadian parliamentarians, proposes initiatives likely to lead to a better mutual understanding of national & international problems http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20181230a1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20181230a1.mp3 29:08 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 30 Dec 2018 13:00:00 +0000 This is the story of the author’s struggle within himself, leading to the epiphany that he experienced on a November day, during a graveside commemoration in a town in Belgium, marking the end of the First World War. This is the story of the author’s struggle within himself, leading to the epiphany that he experienced on a November day, during a graveside commemoration in a town in Belgium, marking the end of the First World War. http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20181223a1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20181223a1.mp3 45:46 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 23 Dec 2018 13:00:00 +0000 Ciaran Cannon with music by Sean Keane & Aine Morgan Irish Government Minister Ciaran Cannon reflects on 2018 and the global reach of the Irish community. He visitied St John's NFL and Toronto, ON during the year. He also visited Irish Emigrant Communities in many far flung regions of the world.

Minister Cannon is also an acomplished composer and musicial and the interview wraps up with a piece composed by the Minister and performed by Sean Keane and Aine Morgan. The Minister provides piano accompaniment.

]]> Ciaran Cannon with music by Sean Keane & Aine Morgan http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20181216a1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20181216a1.mp3 29:23 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 16 Dec 2018 13:30:00 +0000 Nissin Khalifa about a fully composed and orchestrated opera of Fionn McCool. Librettist and poet Eugene Kaminsky and composer of symphonic music Nissim Khalifa would like to introduce their never-before produced Irish-myth-based opera! A dream Nissim had envisioned for a long time, almost 20 years. Now they started a crowdfunding campaign to complete the financing in order to make this dream come true.Over the course of the last two years this dream has finally become a reality — a fully composed and orchestrated opera of Fionn McCool. The opera draws inspiration from traditional Irish music, especially Sean-nós, creating a novel combination between the opera genre and Irish tradition and folklore.Fionn – The Opera campaign page: https://www.indiegogo.com/projects/fionn-the-opera–3#/

]]> Nissin Khalifa about a fully composed and orchestrated opera of Fionn McCool. http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20181209b1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20181209b1.mp3 14:44 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 09 Dec 2018 13:35:00 +0000 Matthew Gilsenan The only tenor group with a truly global audience, The Celtic Tenors will give you a night to remember. Whether playing a neighbourhood cathedral or major concert halls in international cities like New York, Amsterdam or Shanghai, you are assured of a professional, sparkling and most of all, good humoured performance. They genuinely love what they do and you’ll see that shine through in each rendition of beautiful Celtic songs, exhilarating classics, a capellas and popular contemporary songs.  The Celtic Tenors, you’ll get more than a performance by world-class artists. You’ll enjoy an evening to savour and a night with tenors who despite their incredible success don’t take themselves too seriously!Matthew GilsenanMatthew Gilsenan was born into a hard-working farming family in North Meath. Steeped in the local musical traditions and raised by parents who shared a great love for music, from the great composers to obscure Irish folk, Matthew along with all his siblings was born to sing.His classical training started in the Sisters of Mercy convent in Kells, Co.Meath, aged 10, and progressed to some of the great Irish and Scottish teachers. Although he ventured into opera and classical singing, Matthew never lost his love for the music of his youth, in particular the vibrant contemporary Irish music which is his great source of inspiration.

]]> Matthew Gilsenan http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20181209a1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20181209a1.mp3 30:36 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 09 Dec 2018 13:00:00 +0000 OLDER THAN IRELAND is a landmark documentary that tells the story of a hundred years of a life as seen through the eyes of thirty Irish centenarians. Alex FeganOLDER THAN IRELAND is a landmark documentary that tells the story of a hundred years of a life as seen through the eyes of thirty Irish centenarians.Directed by award winning filmmaker Alex Fegan, OLDER THAN IRELAND features thirty men and women aged 100 years and over. Often funny and at times poignant, the film explores each centenarian’s journey, from their birth at the dawn of Irish independence to their life as a centenarian in modern day Ireland. OLDER THAN IRELAND’s observational style offers a rare insight into the personal lives of these remarkable individuals.Reflecting on such key events as the day they got their first pair of shoes, the thrill of their first kiss, from the magic of their wedding day to the tragic loss of their loved ones, these centenarians have lived through it all. Having witnessed a century of immense social, political and technological change each  centenarian has a unique perspective on life and its true meaning.From the oldest Irish person ever on record, 113-year-old Kathleen Snavely to Ireland’s oldest man, 108-year-old Luke Dolan we meet a colourful cast of characters from all walks of life from the four corners of Ireland. These centenarians truly are OLDER THAN IRELAND, they are our living history and these are their extraordinary stories.

]]> OLDER THAN IRELAND is a landmark documentary that tells the story of a hundred years of a life as seen through the eyes of thirty Irish centenarians. http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20181202c1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20181202c1.mp3 21:32 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 02 Dec 2018 13:40:00 +0000 Stephen Burke: Maze director Stephen Burke talking about bringing real IRA jailbreak to the big screen. Maze director Stephen Burke talking about bringing real IRA jailbreak to the big screen. Maze is a movie based on the biggest prison escape in Europe. A prison escape of 38 IRA members, a movie on how they planned and executed it. Even though the entire movie is in prison you really never have a dull moment. I doubt that there was not more tension between the Loyalists and the IRA members, like they portray it in this movie, but all in all it was not really about the hate towards eachother but more about the planning of the escape out of this maximum security prison. The cast was good, all the actors did what they were supposed to do. Maze is an entertaining movie that could have used a bit more violence and suspense to make it a better movie, but it's certainly worth watching.

]]> Stephen Burke: Maze director Stephen Burke talking about bringing real IRA jailbreak to the big screen. http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20181202b1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20181202b1.mp3 22:43 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 02 Dec 2018 13:15:00 +0000 Jennifer Manner - Director; When Wire Was King is a one-hour documentary that puts the telecommunications revolution into historical context while also looking into the crystal ball of the future When Wire Was King is a one-hour documentary that puts the telecommunications revolution into historical context while also looking into the crystal ball of the future – talking to the world’s leading telecommunications experts – to see where we may be going.   New communications technologies enter the market today at breakneck speed, as the convergence between the media that produce content and the telecommunications companies that distribute it accelerates exponentially. Regulators struggle to control the flow, but are stymied due to an ever-shifting landscape. Commerce, technology, entertainment, travel, health, and all societal interaction is now so dependent on secure and efficient telecommunications that, if the plug was pulled, our world would fall apart. It is critically important for Americans to have a basic understanding of what drives, threatens, and governs the telecommunications technology on which we are all so dependent. When Wire Was King empowers Americans to better appreciate where our reliance on this seemingly indispensable technology puts us today, how we got here, and where it is likely to take us in the future.  When Wire was King is targeted at a general American audience. Currently in pre-production, the documentary is produced by Jennifer A. Manner (respected authority on telecommunications policy and spectrum management), written by Dr. Wendy Leonard, and edited by Barbara Ballow with support from the production company, Henninger Media.

]]> Jennifer Manner - Director; When Wire Was King is a one-hour documentary that puts the telecommunications revolution into historical context while also looking into the crystal ball of the future http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20181202a1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20181202a1.mp3 12:27 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 02 Dec 2018 13:00:00 +0000 Dr Natalie Harrower Dr Natalie Harrower is the Director of the Digital Repository of Ireland. In this podcast she talks about the challenges of preserving heritage that is ‘born digital’ and how best to collect and safeguard our digital cultural heritage.Thirty years after the World Heritage Convention was created to identify and protect outstanding natural and cultural heritage of universal value across the world, UNESCO adopted the Charter on the Preservation of Digital Heritage, highlight the pressing need to address the preservation of our digital legacy. Spanning Kerry to Palmyra, and discussing art, archaeology, Frankfurt school philosophy and 3D scanning, this podcast examines the challenges and solutions for preserving - and providing long-term access to - our digital cultural heritage.About the speakerDr. Natalie Harrower is the Director of the Digital Repository of Ireland. She is the Principal Investigator for Inspiring Ireland, a collaborative platform for preserving, exhibiting, and promoting Ireland's digital cultural heritage. Based at the Royal Irish Academy, Dr. Harrower is a member of the European Commission's Expert Group on FAIR data, a judge for the International Digital Preservation awards, a member of Ireland's National Archives Advisory Council, and Chair of ALLEA's E-Humanities working group.

]]> Dr Natalie Harrower http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20181125c1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20181125c1.mp3 23:33 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 25 Nov 2018 13:40:00 +0000 Samuel Kingston Hurling legend, Ger Loughnane, reveals the fascinating Irish links to the Canadian obsession that is ice hockey. Early Irish immigrants created the sport, a game born from hurling, and a sport dear to Ger’s heart. He discovers how hurling evolved into hockey and how the sport the Irish created also helped to establish them in Canadian society. The Famine Irish (1845-1851) started with nothing but success on the ice rink, but that ultimately lead to success in business, employment, politics, etc. The Irish became an integral part of the rapidly growing country. Across the land, Irish teams and players were revered for their skill and tenacity on the ice. The Irish were essential to developing the game that quickly swept the new nation of Canada. Without the Irish influence, Canada would not have the game it loves and enjoys so much today.

]]> Samuel Kingston http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20181125b1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20181125b1.mp3 16:08 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 25 Nov 2018 13:20:00 +0000 Nick Kelly The Drummer and The Keeper Nick Kelly, 2017 | 94minsFeaturing a touching plot highlighted by topical commentary on the nature of mental illness, The Drummer and the Keeper is the feature length debut for Irish musician-turned-director Nick Kelly. Gabriel, a teenage rock drummer with a rebellious and spunky streak, is frustrated when he is suddenly diagnosed with bipolar disorder. Forced to seek treatment by his family and bandmates, Gabriel begins attending therapeutic soccer matches on the advice of his therapist. During one soccer match he strikes an unorthodox and tenuous friendship with Christopher, a neurotic but admirable goalkeeper with Asperger’s Syndrome. Although their relationship is antagonistic at first, before long, Gabriel and Christian form an unlikely bond that will change them forever.

]]> Nick Kelly http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20181125a1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20181125a1.mp3 20:21 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 25 Nov 2018 13:00:00 +0000 Katherine O'Donnell, director of an Irish Research Council project on recording the archival and oral history of the Irish Magdalenes, reveals how she came to undertake the project. Katherine O'Donnell, director of an Irish Research Council project on recording the archival and oral history of the Irish Magdalenes, reveals how she came to undertake the project. She describes how she learned to deal with vicarious trauma and how the Magdalene oral history collection has an added significance given the imposed silence on the survivors of residential institutional abuse who participated in the Residential Institutions Redress Board. She closes with a description of how the Magdalene Oral history is aligned with the processes of Transitional Justice and proposes that the Republic of Ireland might adopt the central principles of Truth-Telling, Accountability, Reparations and Guarantees of Non-Recurrence.About the speakerDr Katherine O'Donnell is Associate Professor, History of Ideas, UCD School of Philosophy and one of the five members of Justice for Magdalenes Research. For ten years she was the Director of UCD Women's Studies Centre and she has published widely on the History of Ideas in Eighteenth Century Ireland, on the history of sexuality and Irish literature.

]]> Katherine O'Donnell, director of an Irish Research Council project on recording the archival and oral history of the Irish Magdalenes, reveals how she came to undertake the project. http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20181118c1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20181118c1.mp3 18:19 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 18 Nov 2018 13:40:00 +0000 From splendid Georgian beginnings to squalid tenement dwellings, the 14 Henrietta street museum seeks to interpret and exhibit Dublin’s rich and chequered social history through the stories and shifting fortunes of its residents. From splendid Georgian beginnings to squalid tenement dwellings, the 14 Henrietta street museum seeks to interpret and exhibit Dublin’s rich and chequered social history through the stories and shifting fortunes of its residents. Built as a townhouse for the members of Dublin’s ruling elite, 14 Henrietta Street was divided into 19 tenement flats in 1877, with some 100 people living under its roof by 1911. It remained a tenement house until the last families left in the late 1970s.About the SpeakerCharles Duggan is heritage officer for Dublin City Council where his work is focused on collaborative practice to devise and implement cultural heritage infrastructure projects, new research and surveys on aspects of Dublin’s architectural, social and cultural histories, and dissemination of this work to a broad audience. Most recently Charles has led the development of the Tenement Museum Dublin, which brings to a conclusion a ten-year long project to rescue, conserve and reuse 14 Henrietta Street. Other current projects include the conservation of Saint Luke’s Graveyard, the Coombe, which opens later this year, and Dublin-focused research projects on 20th century architecture, Decorative Plasterwork, and the Wide Streets Commissioners. Recently completed projects include the County Dublin Archaeological GIS project and the Medieval Dublin Online project.

]]> From splendid Georgian beginnings to squalid tenement dwellings, the 14 Henrietta street museum seeks to interpret and exhibit Dublin’s rich and chequered social history through the stories and shifting fortunes of its residents. http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20181118b1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20181118b1.mp3 20:12 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 18 Nov 2018 13:20:00 +0000 John McCafferty, UCD discusses the importance of the archives of Catholic religious congregations and dioceses for writing the history of Ireland In-time-of-inquisition-preserving-and-using-the-archives-of-the-irish-catholic-churchJohn McCafferty, UCD discusses the importance of the archives of Catholic religious congregations and dioceses for writing the history of Ireland.It looks beyond the practical matters of conservation, preservation and dissemination of these unique records to examine some of the cultural and intellectual anxieties of both the owners and would-be readers.  It suggests that it is worth considering the attitude of the State to its records alongside the attitudes of church bodies to theirs.  It also stresses the importance of a basic literacy in theology and canon law as a pre-requisite for engagement with archives laid down by religious bodies for pastoral purposes.​

]]> John McCafferty, UCD discusses the importance of the archives of Catholic religious congregations and dioceses for writing the history of Ireland http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20181118a1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20181118a1.mp3 20:42 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 18 Nov 2018 13:00:00 +0000 Kate Hickey The Ireland Canada Business Association held it's 5th Summit in Dublin on Nov 8th 2018. Kate Hickey, Executive Director provides a summary of the event.

]]> Kate Hickey http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20181111b1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20181111b1.mp3 21:34 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 11 Nov 2018 13:25:00 +0000 Des Kiely Des Kiely has just published his first book - The ’FAMOUS WEXFORD PEOPLE IN HISTORY’It contains stories of some great Irish people from County Wexford including:THOMAS D’ARCY McGEE, founding father of CanadaJOHN BARRY, Father of the American NavyWILLIAM KEHOE, industrialist in Savannah, GeorgiaJANE ELGEE, mother of Oscar WildeJOHN FRENCH, grandfather of Beatle George HarrisonWILLIAM LAMPORT, aka ‘Zorro’, executed by the Spanish InquisitionPATRICK KENNEDY, great-grandfather of JFKROBERT McCLURE, the Arctic ExplorerDAN O’HERLIHY, Hollywood actorANNIE JAMESON, the mother of Marconi and 30 more stories.

]]> Des Kiely http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20181111a1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20181111a1.mp3 25:12 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 11 Nov 2018 13:10:00 +0000 Dr. Sandra Collins, Director of the National Library of Ireland, discusses how national libraries are memory keepers for their countries, collecting and keeping safe memories that share the culture, heritage and story of their nation. Dr. Sandra Collins, Director of the National Library of Ireland, discusses how national libraries are memory keepers for their countries, collecting and keeping safe memories that share the culture, heritage and story of their nation.The interpretation of memory may change over time, and it’s important to preserve the authentic source materials. Memory objects include photographs, manuscripts, ephemera - but contemporary memory objects are increasingly ‘born digital’ and they can be challenging to collect and keep safe as digital technologies become obsolete quickly. The National Library of Ireland collects and makes available the recorded memory of Ireland. We care for more than 10 million items, including books, newspapers, manuscripts, prints and drawings, ephemera, photographs, digital content and the National Web Archive.

]]> Dr. Sandra Collins, Director of the National Library of Ireland, discusses how national libraries are memory keepers for their countries, collecting and keeping safe memories that share the culture, heritage and story of their nation. http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20181104b1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20181104b1.mp3 19:54 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 04 Nov 2018 12:30:00 +0000 Kevin & Elanor Lee, John Dwyer Kevin & Elanor Lee, John Dwyer discuss an upcoming book that looks at the Fiztwillian migration throughout the 1800's with particular reference to those that came to Canada.

]]> Kevin & Elanor Lee, John Dwyer http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20181104a1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20181104a1.mp3 29:06 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 04 Nov 2018 12:00:00 +0000 Concert Docs, founded in 2017 by Dr. Fraser Rubens and Dr. Carol Wiebe, is an organization of musician doctors - doctors who also happen to be excellent musicians - who offer pro bono concerts for good causes in the Ottawa area. Dr. Fraser RubensDr. Rubens is a Cardiac Surgeon at the University of Ottawa Heart Institute. Originally from Kingston, Dr. Rubens has made Ottawa his home since 1985 and has had an accomplished career as an academic surgeon since 1995. In 2006 he was made a Full Professor in the Department of Surgery and served as the Residency Program Director for the Division for 12 years. He is well recognized as a surgical educator having been awarded the Program Director of the Year for all specialty programs in Canada by the Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons in 2015.  Dr. Rubens has pioneered techniques in teaching of communication and empathy in young surgeons and has established education programs that will benefit trainees for many years to come. As a researcher, Dr. Rubens is author of over 200 peer-reviewed publications and has served as the principal investigator in numerous clinical trials in his specialty, serving on two editorial boards and as a consultant to industry in the area of medical devices. Dr. Rubens has brought innovative surgical therapies to Ottawa and has served as the Director of the Pulmonary Endarterectomy Program since its inception in 1995.  Dr. Rubens started his musical training as a singer in his youth and continued high-level vocal studies during medical school and residency. He has an established and active career as an oratorio and concert soloist for choirs throughout Ontario and Quebec. He has sung stage roles with Opera Lyra Ottawa (Le Nozze de Figaro, The Merry Widow), Co-Opera Canada (The Merry Widow - Camille), the Southminster Festival (L’elisir d’amore - Nemorino) and Rapport Opera (Cosi fan tutte – Ferrando). He has performed several times with Ottawa’s Thirteen Strings in Viennese operetta repertoire and solo concerts of art song in California, Frankfurt, Salzburg and Italy (Ragusa, Spoletto, Scheggina). The Canadian composer Peter Wilshire dedicated the song series “Three Songs for the Heart” for tenor and orchestra to Dr. Rubens in 2005. In 2007 he released the album “Bel Canto Dottori” with Jean Desmarais (piano) and in 2009 “Songs of Travel – Music of Vaughan Williams, Finzi and Corigliano” with Matthew Larkin (piano) and David Thies-Thomson (viola). Dr. Rubens’ musical charity work was featured in “The Surgeons” on the Discovery Channel. His greatest thanks is for the patience of his lovely wife Carole and his children who have put up with his two meandering careersDr. Carol WiebeDr. Wiebe is a family physician with a specialty in Care of the Elderly. She has worked at Bruyère since she moved to Ottawa in 2000, with the exception of a work-year in South Africa from 2004-05. Dr. Wiebe’s work at Bruyère has focused on geriatric rehabilitation and long-term care, and she currently also works with the Bruyère Memory Program.Since completing her training as a family doctor, Dr. Wiebe has been active in medical education and physician leadership. In the 1990s in Manitoba, she was the provincial mentor for the Canadian HIV/AIDS Mentorship Program. At Bruyère, Dr. Wiebe entered into physician leadership within the Care of the Elderly department and was designated physician lead for the electronic patient record implementation in 2009. She has been Vice-President of Medical Affairs at Bruyère since 2016. As a physician, Dr. Wiebe has always worked with the vulnerable and feels the people, mission and values at Bruyère promote excellent care for this population.Prior to studying medicine, Dr. Wiebe did a Bachelor’s Degree in Music Performance (piano, flute) and still enjoys performing and hosting house concerts. She also loves running hills and has completed three marathons. Her two sons have been the focus of her life for more than two decades, and continue to be her greatest joy.

]]> Concert Docs, founded in 2017 by Dr. Fraser Rubens and Dr. Carol Wiebe, is an organization of musician doctors - doctors who also happen to be excellent musicians - who offer pro bono concerts for good causes in the Ottawa area. http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20181028a1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20181028a1.mp3 18:46 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 28 Oct 2018 12:00:00 +0000 Brendan Flynn The Ireland Canada Monument Project is a non- political, non –sectarian, non-profit endeavour created for the sole purpose of providing recognition to the significant contribution of Irish Canadians and Canadians of Irish descent to Canada. The members of the committee have collectively undertaken to complete the project on a voluntary basis with no expectation of individual or collective reward, financial or otherwise. 

]]> Brendan Flynn http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20181028b1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20181028b1.mp3 26:28 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 28 Oct 2018 00:04:16 +0000 Alan Farrell Alan Farrell is a TD in the 32nd Dáil having previously been elected to the 31st Dáil as representative for Dublin North.Prior to his election to Dáil Éireann, Alan had been working in local Government since 2004. At age 26 he was one of the youngest members elected to Fingal County Council. He was appointed as Mayor of Fingal in 2007.Alan brings a diverse range of experience and expertise to his office in Dáil Eireann, particularly with reference to Dublin North. He is a former member of the Fingal County Enterprise Board, the Fingal Development Board, and the Drinan Enterprise Centre, which in 2010 attracted over 90 jobs to the Swords area.

]]> Alan Farrell http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20181021b1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20181021b1.mp3 37:54 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 21 Oct 2018 12:20:00 +0000 Ciaran Cannon Ciaran Cannon is Minister of State at the Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade with special responsibility for the Diaspora and International Development. He is a TD representing Galway East. Ciaran is formerly the Minister for Training & Skills at the Department of Education & Skills. He was elected to Dáil Eireann in February 2011.Ciaran was first elected to Galway County Council in June 2004, to represent the Loughrea Electoral Area.Following the 2007 General Election An Taoiseach nominated him to Seanad Eireann.

]]> Ciaran Cannon http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20181021a1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20181021a1.mp3 10:32 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 21 Oct 2018 12:00:00 +0000 Mary Boyd, George Neville, Natasha Curran Mary Boyd of the Gloucester Historical Society tells of the background tot eh society and the various events that are organized by them.

George Neville of Osgoode Townshop provides a summary of their events and publications.

Natasha Curran of the Ottawa Scottish Society provides a brief summary of the organization

]]> Mary Boyd, George Neville, Natasha Curran http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20181014d1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20181014d1.mp3 17:58 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 14 Oct 2018 12:40:00 +0000 John Smith, Shirley-Ann Pyefinch, Heather Boucher-Ashe John Smith from the Arnprior& McNab Braeside Archives talks about the resources available in the region.

Shirley-Ann Pyefinch explains the services and resouces provided by The Ottawa Stake Family Centre. 

Heather Boucher-Ashe of the Ontario Genealogical Society.

]]> John Smith, Shirley-Ann Pyefinch, Heather Boucher-Ashe http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20181014c1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20181014c1.mp3 18:11 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 14 Oct 2018 12:20:00 +0000 Romaine Honey Ottawa Library OPL’s Genealogy resources and services can help you start your family tree or overcome research roadblocks.  Borrow how-to guides, browse our extensive research collections, use online resources, and attend programs and workshops.  Resources from other libraries and archives can be borrowed through the Interlibrary Loans service.

Genealogy Specialists are available for one-on-one consultations to help you with your research.

Romaine Honey explains what is available

]]> Romaine Honey Ottawa Library http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20181014b1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20181014b1.mp3 7:00 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 14 Oct 2018 12:15:00 +0000 Duncan Munkhouse President Duncan Munkhouse provides an overview of the activities of The British Isles Family History Society of Greater Ottawa and outlines some plans for the yeart ahead as BIFHSGO will celebrate it's 25th year anniversary.

]]> Duncan Munkhouse President http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20181014a1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20181014a1.mp3 12:30 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 14 Oct 2018 12:00:00 +0000 Tourism Ireland, together with a delegation of 13 companies from Ireland and Canada, is under-taking a three-city sales blitz to Canada this week – meeting with group tour planners and travel agents in the cities of Montreal, Ottawa and Halifax. Tourism Ireland, together with a delegation of 13 companies from Ireland and Canada, is under-taking a three-city sales blitz to Canada this week – meeting with group tour planners and travel agents in the cities of Montreal, Ottawa and Halifax. The sales blitz involves a B2B workshop and networking sessions in each city, where the participating tourism companies have the opportunity to sell to influential Canadian travel professionals – telling them all about the many opportunities the island of Ireland offers for group and luxury travel and highlighting our heritage, culture and cuisine.  The delegation had the opportunity to meet with the Irish Ambassador to Canada, Jim Kelly, representatives of the Irish diaspora and influential business representatives, in Ottawa.   2017 was the best year ever for tourism to the island of Ireland from Canada – with visitor numbers increasing by around +11% over 2016. Dana Welch, Tourism Ireland’s Manager Canada, said: “We are delighted that so many key decision-makers from the group travel sector in Canada are taking the time to meet with our tourism partners this week, to hear about our fantastic tourism offering and the many opportunities for group and luxury travel to the island of Ireland. Travel agents and tour operators continue to be an important booking channel for Canadian holidaymakers – so a key element of our strategy is working closely with the travel trade, both online and offline. “2017 was the best year ever for tourism to the island of Ireland from Canada– with visitor numbers increasing by around +11% over 2016. We are determined to ensure that success continues and our sales blitz this week provides an excellent platform to kick-start our promotional effort for 2019. The recent announcement by Aer Lingus about its new service from Montreal to Dublin for next summer is more good news for tourism to the island of Ireland as we prepare for 2019. Our message here in Canada is that it has never been easier to get to Ireland, with more airline seats from more gateways than ever before.” 

]]> Tourism Ireland, together with a delegation of 13 companies from Ireland and Canada, is under-taking a three-city sales blitz to Canada this week – meeting with group tour planners and travel agents in the cities of Montreal, Ottawa and Halifax. http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=201810071.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=201810071.mp3 59:21 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 07 Oct 2018 12:00:00 +0000 Rory Makem Rory Makem was born in Drogheda, County Louth, about an hour north of Dublin. He continues the lineage of one of Irish music's dynasties, begun by his grandmother Sarah Makem, who was sought after by song collectors for her store of traditional Irish songs. His father is Tommy Makem, the modern day Bard of Armagh. Now considered an icon, he helped to bring Irish music out of the corner and into the international spotlight, where it has remained ever since. Donal & Rory are performing at Meridian Theatre Centrepointe in October

]]> Rory Makem http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20180930e1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20180930e1.mp3 7:59 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 30 Sep 2018 12:35:00 +0000 Donal Clancy Dónal Clancy is regarded as one of Ireland’s finest guitarists. He is the son of the world renowned singer Liam Clancy of The Clancy Brothers and Tommy Makem and has since the death of his father focused his attention on the family repertoire of songs that he grew up with, while keeping the Clancy tradition alive with his solo performances.

]]> Donal Clancy http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20180930d1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20180930d1.mp3 9:36 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 30 Sep 2018 12:23:00 +0000 Emily Jean Flack An artist with a remarkable ability to blend traditional folk music with a contemporary tone and lyrical landscape, Canadian-born vocalist, musician and songwriter Emily Jean Flack has translated her soul-elevating experience living, studying and creating in Ireland into a truly special and compelling debut collection of music.Now dividing her time between Dorchester, Ontario and Limerick, Ireland, Flack is set to release her first EP, Throwing Shapes in January 2019– music that is exceptionally melodic, with superlative musicianship thanks to a cadre of excellent players, but which is imbued and enfolded by Flack’s soul-stirring voice and emotionally unfettered lyrics. The first single from the EP is being released in September 2018.

]]> Emily Jean Flack http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20180930c1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20180930c1.mp3 15:19 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 30 Sep 2018 12:21:00 +0000 Alan Farrell TD Alan Farrell TD id the Fine Gael TD for Dublin Fingal. Chairman Children & Youth Affairs Committee. PAC member. Head of Irish Delegation to OSCE PA. He was part of the inter-parliamentary delegation to visit Ottawa from Dublin.

]]> Alan Farrell TD http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20180930b1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20180930b1.mp3 4:35 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 30 Sep 2018 12:20:00 +0000 John Curran TD John Curran is an Irish Fianna Fáil politician. He is a TD for the Dublin Mid-West constituency. He is a former Minister of State and Government Chief Whip. He visited Ottawa recently as part of and inter-parliamentary delegation.

]]> John Curran TD http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20180930a1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20180930a1.mp3 20:22 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 30 Sep 2018 12:19:00 +0000 In episode 5, we hear about the rejuvenation of the railway, the 150th Anniversary of the Railway in Athlone. The Railway Children is a 5-part radio series which tells the history of the railway in Athlone, as well as the stories of the railway workers and their families. The Railway Children is presented by Ursula Ledwith, and produced & edited by Amanda Gunning, with sound by Kyle McCallan.In episode 5, we hear about the rejuvenation of the railway, the 150th Anniversary of the Railway in Athlone.

]]> In episode 5, we hear about the rejuvenation of the railway, the 150th Anniversary of the Railway in Athlone. http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20180923b1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20180923b1.mp3 28:00 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 23 Sep 2018 12:30:00 +0000 Elizabeth`s fourth book, titled Lilith is not part of the Cushla series. This book is again fiction based on fact and recounts the tale of a young girl faced with terrible circumstances, including her horrific treatment at the hands of the Magdalene laund Elizabeth Radmore was born in Belfast, Northern Ireland and immigrated to Canada when she was a child with her parents and two younger brothers. Even as a young girl she showed an aptitude for art, buying her own easel when she was a teenager. She started with pastel and watercolour but soon graduated to oils. Currently she concentrates on painting using acrylic paint and still paints on canvas. She is a member of the Ottawa Mixed Media Association.Her early adult life left little time for honing her artistic skills and it was not until the last 15 years or so that she revealed again her artistic passions. A void due to the death of her beloved mother prompted her to begin writing, her first book was based on her life as a youngster in Northern Ireland and is classified as ”fiction based on fact”. The novel,”Cushla: Memoirs of a reluctant gypsy girl” weaves actual events in her early life into a fascinating and entertaining novel. Her publisher described Elizabeth as a natural storyteller. Prompting from family members encouraged Elizabeth to follow that book with two sequels, Cushla: Gypsy Spirit and Cushla: Almost Magic. Gypsy Spirit describes the family`s immigration to Canada and the struggles in adapting to a new country, while Almost Magic was based on recollections of her adult teen life and growing up in Canada. Almost Magic was nominated for an Ottawa Book Award.Elizabeth`s fourth book, titled Lilith is not part of the Cushla series. This book is again fiction based on fact and recounts the tale of a young girl faced with terrible circumstances, including her horrific treatment at the hands of the Magdalene laundries.

]]> Elizabeth`s fourth book, titled Lilith is not part of the Cushla series. This book is again fiction based on fact and recounts the tale of a young girl faced with terrible circumstances, including her horrific treatment at the hands of the Magdalene laund http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20180923a1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20180923a1.mp3 19:55 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 23 Sep 2018 12:00:00 +0000 In episode 4, presenter Ursula hears about the end of steam, the dawn of diesel, the decommissioning of Galvin’s Bank, and the closing of the Midland Great Western Railway Station in Athlone. The Railway Children is a 5-part radio series which tells the history of the railway in Athlone, as well as the stories of the railway workers and their families. The Railway Children is presented by Ursula Ledwith, and produced & edited by Amanda Gunning, with sound by Kyle McCallan.In episode 4, presenter Ursula hears about the end of steam, the dawn of diesel, the decommissioning of Galvin’s Bank, and the closing of the Midland Great Western Railway Station in Athlone.

]]> In episode 4, presenter Ursula hears about the end of steam, the dawn of diesel, the decommissioning of Galvin’s Bank, and the closing of the Midland Great Western Railway Station in Athlone. http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20180916e1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20180916e1.mp3 28:00 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 16 Sep 2018 12:30:00 +0000 Sara Byrne Conducted by Golf Canada in partnership with Golf Ontario and supported by the International Golf Federation and the R&A, the 2018 World Junior Girls Championship will bring together 57 of the top U18 female golfers from 18 countries. Annabel Wilson, who represented Ireland at the World Amateur Team Championships – Espirito Santo Trophy just last week, has this time teamed up with Irish Women’s Close Champion Sara Byrne (Douglas) and Lauren Walsh who finished inside the top 40 at this event last year.This year’s field is highlighted by 10 competitors ranked inside the World Golf Amateur Rankings (WAGR) top 100 – including Wilson (No. 76) and Byrne (No. 89). The tournament’s top-ranked player, Atthaya Thitikul (No. 11), will represent Thailand in their first World Junior Girls appearance. Thitikul has won five separate titles in 2018, including Women’s Amateur Asia-Pacific Championship and The Queen Sirikit Cup.

]]> Sara Byrne http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20180916d1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20180916d1.mp3 8:54 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 16 Sep 2018 12:20:00 +0000 Lauren Walsh Conducted by Golf Canada in partnership with Golf Ontario and supported by the International Golf Federation and the R&A, the 2018 World Junior Girls Championship will bring together 57 of the top U18 female golfers from 18 countries. Annabel Wilson, who represented Ireland at the World Amateur Team Championships – Espirito Santo Trophy just last week, has this time teamed up with Irish Women’s Close Champion Sara Byrne (Douglas) and Lauren Walsh who finished inside the top 40 at this event last year.This year’s field is highlighted by 10 competitors ranked inside the World Golf Amateur Rankings (WAGR) top 100 – including Wilson (No. 76) and Byrne (No. 89). The tournament’s top-ranked player, Atthaya Thitikul (No. 11), will represent Thailand in their first World Junior Girls appearance. Thitikul has won five separate titles in 2018, including Women’s Amateur Asia-Pacific Championship and The Queen Sirikit Cup.

]]> Lauren Walsh http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20180916c1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20180916c1.mp3 5:49 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 16 Sep 2018 12:15:00 +0000 Annabel Wilson, who represented Ireland at the World Amateur Team Championships – Espirito Santo Trophy Conducted by Golf Canada in partnership with Golf Ontario and supported by the International Golf Federation and the R&A, the 2018 World Junior Girls Championship will bring together 57 of the top U18 female golfers from 18 countries. Annabel Wilson, who represented Ireland at the World Amateur Team Championships – Espirito Santo Trophy just last week, has this time teamed up with Irish Women’s Close Champion Sara Byrne (Douglas) and Lauren Walsh who finished inside the top 40 at this event last year.This year’s field is highlighted by 10 competitors ranked inside the World Golf Amateur Rankings (WAGR) top 100 – including Wilson (No. 76) and Byrne (No. 89). The tournament’s top-ranked player, Atthaya Thitikul (No. 11), will represent Thailand in their first World Junior Girls appearance. Thitikul has won five separate titles in 2018, including Women’s Amateur Asia-Pacific Championship and The Queen Sirikit Cup.

]]> Annabel Wilson, who represented Ireland at the World Amateur Team Championships – Espirito Santo Trophy http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20180916b1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20180916b1.mp3 7:18 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 16 Sep 2018 12:08:00 +0000 Anne Ferguson Team Captain Conducted by Golf Canada in partnership with Golf Ontario and supported by the International Golf Federation and the R&A, the 2018 World Junior Girls Championship will bring together 57 of the top U18 female golfers from 18 countries. Annabel Wilson, who represented Ireland at the World Amateur Team Championships – Espirito Santo Trophy just last week, has this time teamed up with Irish Women’s Close Champion Sara Byrne (Douglas) and Lauren Walsh who finished inside the top 40 at this event last year.This year’s field is highlighted by 10 competitors ranked inside the World Golf Amateur Rankings (WAGR) top 100 – including Wilson (No. 76) and Byrne (No. 89). The tournament’s top-ranked player, Atthaya Thitikul (No. 11), will represent Thailand in their first World Junior Girls appearance. Thitikul has won five separate titles in 2018, including Women’s Amateur Asia-Pacific Championship and The Queen Sirikit Cup.

]]> Anne Ferguson Team Captain http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20180916a1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20180916a1.mp3 6:30 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 16 Sep 2018 12:00:00 +0000 Ursula Ledwith The Railway ChildrenThe Railway Children is a 5-part radio series which tells the history of the railway in Athlone, as well as the stories of the railway workers and their families. The Railway Children is presented by Ursula Ledwith, and produced & edited by Amanda Gunning, with sound by Kyle McCallan.In episode 3, presenter Ursula speaks to railway workers and their families about hard work, good times, and fond memories of the railway.

]]> Ursula Ledwith http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20180909c1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20180909c1.mp3 28:00 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 09 Sep 2018 12:30:00 +0000 Sarah Thorenton & Jen Keir talk with Angie Stevenson; Emma Cullen; Lisa Langevin; Tressa McMaster; Shane O'Neill & Ambassador Jim Kell Sarah Thorenton and Jen Keir talk with Angie Stevenson - Ottawa;Emma Cullen - Halifax; Lisa Langevin - Ottawa; Tressa McMaster - Ottawa & Toronto about Camogie; Shane O'Neill - PEI Celts and Ambassador Jim Kelly

]]> Sarah Thorenton & Jen Keir talk with Angie Stevenson; Emma Cullen; Lisa Langevin; Tressa McMaster; Shane O'Neill & Ambassador Jim Kell http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20180909b1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20180909b1.mp3 17:04 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 09 Sep 2018 12:15:00 +0000 Stevie Owen Chair Eastern Canada GAA Wade McLaughlin Premier PEI Oliver Galligan Ulster GAA talk about the championship Sarah Thorenton and Jen Keir talk to Stevie Owen Chair Eastern Canada GAA; Wade McLaughlan Premier PEI; Oliver Galligan Ulster GAA tell of the impact of GAA in Eastern Canada and how the Eastern Championship has been such a success

]]> Stevie Owen Chair Eastern Canada GAA Wade McLaughlin Premier PEI Oliver Galligan Ulster GAA talk about the championship http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20180909a1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20180909a1.mp3 6:51 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 09 Sep 2018 12:00:00 +0000 Ursula Ledwith: In episode 2, we hear from the railway workers about their memories of the Midland Great Western Railway Station in Athlone. In episode 2, we hear from the railway workers about their memories of the Midland Great Western Railway Station in Athlone.

]]> Ursula Ledwith: In episode 2, we hear from the railway workers about their memories of the Midland Great Western Railway Station in Athlone. http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20180902b1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20180902b1.mp3 28:00 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 02 Sep 2018 12:25:00 +0000 Diahan Southard has spent 16 years in the genetic genealogy industry. Diahan Southard Diahan has spent 16 years in the genetic genealogy industry. In addition to lecturing world-wide about genetic genealogy, she hosts the website Your DNA Guide, which offers individuals and families help with interpreting their genetic results in the context of their genealogical information. She is also a featured author for Family Tree Magazine, a regular contributor to Lisa Louise Cooke’s Genealogy Gems website, and a recurring writer in Your Genealogy Today and the National Genealogical Society’s magazines. She has a passion for genetic genealogy, a genuine love for people, and a gift for making the technical understandable.She is presenting a number of papers at the British Islea Family History Society of Greater Ottawa annual conference Sept 28 - 30th at Ben Franklin Place101 Centrepointe Drive.  https://www.bifhsgo.ca

]]> Diahan Southard has spent 16 years in the genetic genealogy industry. http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20180902a1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20180902a1.mp3 19:47 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 02 Sep 2018 12:00:00 +0000 In episode 1, presenter Ursula hears about the early days of the railway, how steam trains work, and she visits Cliff, Tommy, and Dick from the Irish Steam Preservation Society. The Railway ChildrenThe Railway Children is a 5-part radio series which tells the history of the railway in Athlone, as well as the stories of the railway workers and their families. The Railway Children is presented by Ursula Ledwith, and produced & edited by Amanda Gunning, with sound by Kyle McCallan.The Railway Children originally on Athlone Community Radio 88.4fm, www.athlonecommunityradio.ie, and the TuneIn Radio app.Episodes    In episode 1, presenter Ursula hears about the early days of the railway, how steam trains work, and she visits Cliff, Tommy, and Dick from the Irish Steam Preservation Society.    In episode 2, we hear from the railway workers about their memories of the Midland Great Western Railway Station in Athlone.    In episode 3, presenter Ursula speaks to railway workers and their families about hard work, good times, and fond memories of the railway.    In episode 4, presenter Ursula hears about the end of steam, the dawn of diesel, the decommissioning of Galvin’s Bank, and the closing of the Midland Great Western Railway Station in Athlone.    In episode 5, we hear about the rejuvenation of the railway, the 150th Anniversary of the Railway in Athlone, and we host a railway reunion tea party for all of the contributors previously heard on the series.Funded by the Broadcasting Authority of Ireland with the Television Licence Fee

]]> In episode 1, presenter Ursula hears about the early days of the railway, how steam trains work, and she visits Cliff, Tommy, and Dick from the Irish Steam Preservation Society. http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20180826b1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20180826b1.mp3 28:00 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 26 Aug 2018 12:30:00 +0000 Bruce Durie is a Scottish genealogist, broadcaster and author. He started and ran the Professional Postgraduate Programme in Genealogical Studies at the University of Strathclyde, Glasgow, Scotland. Bruce Durie is a Scottish genealogist, broadcaster and author. He started and ran the Professional Postgraduate Programme in Genealogical Studies at the University of Strathclyde, Glasgow, Scotland.Bruce Durie left Napier University to take up full-time writing and professional genealogy. Now he combines genealogical research on behalf of clients - mainly in the US and Europe. He is also the Sennachie (Genealogist and Historian) to the Chief of the Durie family.He is the author of over 35 books for a variety of publishers, primarily on genealogical and historical subjects, but also Victorian Crime and Comic Fantasy.He teaches courses in Genealogy, Documents/Palaeography and Heraldry at the University of Edinburgh, Scotland.In 2016, he was awarded the Fulbright Senior Scottish Studies Scholarship, and spent most of that year researching Scottish migrations to Colonial America, primarily at St Andrews University, Laurinburg, Scotland Co., North Carolina.Durie has Right of Audience at the Court of the Lord Lyon, Scotland. The majority of his private work concerns Coats of Arms and issue around inheritance and Chiefship.He helped to found the Register of Qualified Genealogists and the post-nomial QG and the scholarly peer-reviewed journal Genealogy.In 2017, he was elected an Academician of the Académie Internationale de Généalogie.Bruce is presenting a number of papers and participating in sessions at The British Isles Family History Society of Greater Ottawa in September. Bruce outlines what hew will be covering at the conference.

]]> Bruce Durie is a Scottish genealogist, broadcaster and author. He started and ran the Professional Postgraduate Programme in Genealogical Studies at the University of Strathclyde, Glasgow, Scotland. http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20180826a1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20180826a1.mp3 26:25 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 26 Aug 2018 12:00:00 +0000 Danny O'Reilly of the Coronas One of Ireland’s best loved and hardest working bands, The Coronas are set to return to North America for their biggest series of shows ever. Having completed two tours that included 11 sold out shows in support of their fifth and latest album, TRUST THE WIRE, the upcoming series of shows will include larger venues along with several high profile music festivals.Tuesday, Sept. 25--The Gateway, Calgary, AB, Canadahttps://www1.ticketmaster.ca/ event/1100548C8EC645C8Wednesday, Sept. 26--Starlite Room, Edmonton, AB, Canadahttps://www.ticketfly.com/purchase/event/1681180?utm_medium=bksFriday, Sept. 28--Vogue, Vancouver, BC, Canadahttps://www.ticketfly.com/purchase/event/1681500Thursday, October 18--Phoenix Concert Theatre, Toronto, ON, Canadahttp://www.ticketfly.com/purchase/event/1648787

]]> Danny O'Reilly of the Coronas http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20180819c1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20180819c1.mp3 12:20 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 19 Aug 2018 12:45:00 +0000 Ursula Ledwith Athlone Community Radio The Railway ChildrenThe Railway Children is presented by Ursula Ledwith, and produced & edited by Amanda Gunning, with sound by Kyle McCallan.   The Railway Children a 5-part radio series which tells the history of the railway in Athlone, as well as the stories of the railway workers and their families. In episode 1, presenter Ursula hears about the early days of the railway, how steam trains work, and she visits Cliff, Tommy, and Dick from the Irish Steam Preservation Society. We will be presenting the 5 episodes over the coming weeks.

]]> Ursula Ledwith Athlone Community Radio http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20180819b1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20180819b1.mp3 19:05 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 19 Aug 2018 12:30:00 +0000 Lucille Campey: Ontario and Quebec’s Irish Pioneers: Farmers, Labourers, and Lumberjacks “Ontario and Quebec’s Irish Pioneers” by researcher and historian Dr. Lucille H. Campey, the follow up to 2016’s “Atlantic Canada’s Irish Immigrants: A Fish and Timber Story" and second book of her Irish in Canada series.The compelling story of Canada’s Irish pioneers, revealing the enormous scope of their achievements.Beginning in the eighteenth century, an increasing number of Irish people sought the better life that Ontario and Quebec offered. Set free from the stifling economic and social constraints that held them back in their homeland, they prospered. And yet, strangely enough, they continue to be mourned as victims.In this second book of the Irish in Canada series, Lucille Campey takes on the victim-ridden mythology of destitute Irish immigrants fleeing the famine of the 1840s. In fact, the Irish influx to Quebec and Ontario began a century earlier.Comprehensive and extensive research has been distilled to produce an informative and lively account of this great immigration saga, whose roots date back to the time of the British Conquest of New France in 1763.

]]> Lucille Campey: Ontario and Quebec’s Irish Pioneers: Farmers, Labourers, and Lumberjacks http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20180819a1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20180819a1.mp3 26:46 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 19 Aug 2018 12:00:00 +0000 Eoin Sheridan from Sligo talks about his experiences in Whitehorse. Eoin Sheridan from Sligo is the Project Innovation Officer for Cold Climate Innovation at Yukon College in Whitehorse. Technology & Cold Climate Innovation trys to help innovators as they move their ideas through research, innovation, and commercialization.

]]> Eoin Sheridan from Sligo talks about his experiences in Whitehorse. http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20180812d1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20180812d1.mp3 17:07 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 12 Aug 2018 12:45:00 +0000 James Kelly Executive Director James Kelly talks about the D'Arcy McGee summer school program for 2018.There is always opportunity in times of change, and considering the great friendship and shared values by Ireland and Canada, the 2018 D'Arcy McGee International Forum has chosen the theme:"Canada and Ireland - exploring new beginnings in uncertain times"Speakers will address this theme, with talks and discussions taking place along the following sub- themes;    Perspectives on the shared imagination      Perspectives on reconciliation    Then and now - exploring equality and change in the centenary of Women's Suffrage    Minority Languages in the C21st    Perspectives on Borders, identity and conflict

]]> James Kelly Executive Director http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20180812c1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20180812c1.mp3 15:02 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 12 Aug 2018 12:30:00 +0000 Bridgette Abbott Newfoundland Labrador Rose of Tralee 2018 Bridgette Abbott, 27, will be representing Newfoundland and Labrador at this summer’s International Rose of Tralee Festival. The annual festival celebrates both Irish culture and the accomplishments of young women with Irish heritage around the globe.As custodian for the province this year, Abbott is hoping to bring along the spirit of small town Newfoundland and put it on full display.“I grew up in a small outport community where everyone leans on everyone’s shoulder, just like if look back to when the Irish settlers came here and had to work together to survive,” Abbott said. “I hope to leave a happy and lasting impression. Our culture is rich, we love our music, we love to have fun, we’re very warm and giving.“I hope I can reflect that during my presentation and through my onstage presence.”The festival, which runs from Aug. 17-21, includes a tour around Ireland to visit various pubs, businesses and historic sights. Abbott is one of 32 women coming from abroad back to the country of her ancestry.Abbott auditioned for the festival with several other young Newfoundland women. Using skills acquired through her small business “Pretty Ugly”, Abbott played a homemade ugly stick along to some traditional Newfoundland folk music as part of her audition.Being formerly crowned Miss Newfoundland and Labrador in 2014 was also a helpful experience in helping Abbott display her talents.When she finally got the news that she had been selected, Abbott says she was estatic.“I was so overwhelmed,” she said. “Every one of us would have been a fantastic selection, it was such a great group of girls.

]]> Bridgette Abbott Newfoundland Labrador Rose of Tralee 2018 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20180812b1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20180812b1.mp3 14:31 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 12 Aug 2018 12:15:00 +0000 Carly McGrath Toronto Rose of Tralee 2018 My name is Carly McGrath, I am 25 years old and I am humbled to represent Toronto in this year’s Rose of Tralee Festival. My parents are native Irish, they emigrated to Toronto in the late 80’s. When I was two, we moved back home to Cooley, Co. Louth. Having the shore at my doorstep and a quad to hop on in the evening was my ideal way of growing upIn 2014, I received my Bachelor of Arts International Honours Degree from the National University of Maynooth. Throughout my studies, I had the pleasure of studying abroad in the University of Vienna, Austria, where I specialized in Economics and Cultural Studies. Shortly after I graduated, I decided to follow in my parent’s footsteps and call Toronto home, again. I work within the financial services industry in Investor Relations at Citco (Canada) Inc.I love staying active and playing sports. I play GAA for Durham Robert Emmets GFC and I am also the clubs first female referee. In addition, I train and compete in Brazilian Jiu Jitsu, to say I am passionate about it would be an understatement! I am very excited for the upcoming festival in Tralee, August can’t come quick enough.

]]> Carly McGrath Toronto Rose of Tralee 2018 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20180812a1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20180812a1.mp3 13:30 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sat, 11 Aug 2018 16:23:38 +0000 Find Him Guilty by Cheryl Stewart Who killed McGee? Find Him Guiltyby Cheryl Stewart Who killed McGee?It’s 1868. Canada is a new country, and the wild frontier town of Ottawa has been named its capital…Eliza Tierney’s mother is about to remarry and the blustering bridegroom has no room on his farm for a fourteen-year-old girl. Devastated by her mother’s abandonment, Eliza walks out of their ramshackle house in Ottawa’s Lower Town and into a blizzard. She is rescued by Bridey, a blithe and beautiful girl who convinces her employer, the formidable Mrs. Siviter, to give Eliza a trial as a maidservant. Eliza must be a quick study if she hopes to impress her new employer and keep her situation.On a cold night in April, under a blood red moon, the charismatic member of Parliament, Thomas D’Arcy McGee, is assassinated.Eliza finds herself in the middle of the intrigue when a lodger at the tavern, the dapper Patrick James Whelan, is arrested for the murder and she is summoned to testify for the prosecution.Bridey harbors feelings for the charismatic, but married Whelan and is determined to prove his innocence. Eliza is not so sure of Whelan's innocence, but is drawn in to Bridey's schemes to set him free. Her desire to help her friend brings her into direct conflict with her own strict moral code, as she is uncertain whether her involvement will lead to a guilty Whelan's conviction or the acquittal of a murderer

]]> Find Him Guilty by Cheryl Stewart Who killed McGee? http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20180805b1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20180805b1.mp3 28:06 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 05 Aug 2018 12:30:00 +0000 Ann Shortell Author - Celtic Knot 1868 Ottawa D’Arcy McGee is assassinated. As John A. Macdonald cradles his friend’s bloody head, he blames transplanted Irish terrorists: the Fenian Brotherhood. Within a day, Patrick James Whelan is arrested. After a show trial, Whelan is publicly hanged. That much is history. Did Whelan do the deed? What if Clara Swift, a mere slip of a girl, sees the trace-line of a buggy turn off Sparks Street, moments after the murder? What if housemaid Clara understands her dead mentor’s shorthand, and forges an unlikely alliance with the Prime Minister’s investigator? And ends up being trusted by the condemned man’s wife — and by Lady Agnes Macdonald . . .Celtic Knot. It’s reimagining a crisis that tested a nation. It’s history with a mystery. It’s A Clara Swift Tale. And it all begins with a shot in the dark.​

]]> Ann Shortell Author - Celtic Knot http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20180805a1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20180805a1.mp3 27:05 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 05 Aug 2018 12:00:00 +0000 Danny O'Flaherty talks about the inspiration for the project It's A Long Way to St John's On October 4, 1914, the S.S. Florizel sailed from St. John's for Europe carrying 500 Newfoundlers to fight in the Great War.  They were joined over the next nine months by a thousand more.  Almost all were young men.  Few had any military experience; few had ever traveled far from home.  They had lived intensely local lives in St. John's and in tight-knight largely rural fishing communities scattered all around the Newfoundland shore.  Known as the Blue Puttees from the improvised blue woolen material used to fashion their legwear, the regiment arrived in Gallipoli in August 1915.  In a brutal battle made famous in a song by Eric Bogle's haunting "And the Band Played Waltzing Matilda," 43 Newfoundlanders perished.  Close to a year later, the Blue Puttees arrived in the Somme.  On July 1, 1916, some 776 Newfoundlanders were ordered to attack at close quarters a much better equipped German Division.  Only 68 answered the roll call the following morning.  It was a carnage that is seared into Newfoundland memory and identity, making something of a coming of age and a loss of innocence.  Danny O'Flaherty captures the essence of this human tragedy in twelve beautifully composed and richly evocative songs from the war.  They stand as a memorial not just to the fallen but to mothers, wives, children, sweethearts, families, and friends left behind.  They are songs of sacrifice, of love and appalling loss.

]]> Danny O'Flaherty talks about the inspiration for the project It's A Long Way to St John's http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20180729c1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20180729c1.mp3 26:17 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 29 Jul 2018 12:32:00 +0000 Bethany Bisaillion Bethany Bisaillion chats about the 15th Annual B in The Park event and upcoming happenings with the Sons of Scotland Pipe Band.

]]> Bethany Bisaillion http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20180729b1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20180729b1.mp3 7:13 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 29 Jul 2018 12:25:00 +0000 Chris Brown & Craig Weir After a huge success last year in Montreal, acclaimed Celtic Folk-Rock group, Mariner’s Curse, have joined together, with Scotland’s own Craig Weir in an encore presentation of their hit show THE STOWAWAY which, in collaboration with the Canadian Celtic Collective, is coming to THE OTTAWA LITTLE THEATRE for one night only, on August 1.This exciting production, highlights the group’s own particular blend of  traditional and original Celtic/Folk/Rock music fusing the songs and sounds of the Maritimes, French Canada, Scotland, Ireland and England.  Add to the mix, Scottish singer-songwriter and virtuoso piper, Craig Weir and you get an exciting evening of music which is, at once stirring and electrifying.Mariner’s Curse are a popular Montreal band whose high energy performances continue to draw audiences from Montreal to Quebec City, Ontario and the Maritimes and whose members include Ron Jenkins on keyboard, Rocky Dalonzo on lead guitar, drummer, Thierry Arsenault and master fiddlers Alex Kehler and Jonathan Moorman. They each bring their own musical styles and vibrant vocals to a wide repertoire of songs which include re workings of traditional Canadian and Celtic folk classics, from Stan Rogers to Great Big Sea, as well as their own original compositions, which are set to become classics in their own right.Craig Weir is a world renowned piper and performer, who hails from Dundee, Scotland, but spends much of his time flying off to such far flung places as Germany, China, Switzerland, The Faroe Islands as well as the US, the UK and Canada to perform, not only his own folk rock repertoire but as a member of two other Scottish bands, Gleadrhaich (Gaelic for Big Noise) and the newly formed Cabalistic Cavalry. Craig has personally played with Queen, The Kaiser Chiefs, The Libertines and The Bay City Rollers, and has performed, by request, for such luminaries as the Dalai Lama, HRH Queen Elizabeth, Arun Ghandi and Arnold Schwarzenegger and this July he will play for Michelle Obama in Edinburgh.The idea for the show, came out of late night discussions between members of Mariner’s Curse and Craig Weir, about the rich legacy of culture and music in Canada which has grown from the roots laid down by waves of immigrants from Scotland, Ireland and England, whose own traditions, history and struggles continue to inform and inspire the Canadian cultural melting pot.With immigration such a hot topic these days, the group felt it was important to focus on the positive and invaluable contributions that immigrant populations have had on our cultural heritage.The show takes the audience on a ‘musical voyage’ from distant Celtic origins to contemporary songs and tunes to new compositions which make up just part of Canada’s unique sound.

]]> Chris Brown & Craig Weir http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20180729a1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20180729a1.mp3 22:11 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 29 Jul 2018 12:00:00 +0000 Kerry Mortimer PRO Ottawa Gaels The Ottawa Gaels are the winners of the Irish News Overseas Club of the Year for 2018. Each year, the Irish News GAA Awards recognize club, school and volunteers initiatives that make a difference in their community across four categories of awards. The awards program has operated for sixteen years and the Overseas Club of Year award was added four years ago. This year’s awards luncheon and ceremony was held May 25th, 2018 at the Wellington Park Hotel in Belfast where there were close to 100 school and club representatives in attendance. Our own PRO Kerry Mortimer was honoured to attend the ceremony to accept the award on behalf of our club. There were several special guests in attendance including the Chairman of the Irish News, Jim Fitzpatrick, St Mary’s College University Principal, Peter Finn and former Tyrone GAA star Conor Gormley. Also present were several representatives from the event sponsors that included the Irish News, Ulster GAA, O’Neill’s and Volunteer Now. Our club has been passionate in its campaign to develop and deliver Gaelic Games at the grassroots level and beyond; within club, school, and community programs.  Through the dedicated efforts of our committee, volunteers, club coaches, and Games Development Officer, we continue to promote the GAA...

]]> Kerry Mortimer PRO Ottawa Gaels http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20180722b1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20180722b1.mp3 24:08 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 22 Jul 2018 12:35:00 +0000 Patrick Mannion is a SSHRC postdoctoral fellow in the Department of History at Boston College. A Land of DreamsEthnicity, Nationalism, and the Irish in Newfoundland, Nova Scotia, and Maine, 1880-1923By Patrick MannionPatrick Mannion is a SSHRC postdoctoral fellow in the Department of History at Boston College.A comparative history of Irish community and identity in St John’s, Halifax, and Portland.Wherever they settled, immigrants from Ireland and their descendants shaped and reshaped their understanding of being Irish in response to circumstances in both the old and new worlds. In A Land of Dreams, Patrick Mannion analyzes and compares the evolution of Irish identity in three communities on the prow of northeastern North America: St John’s, Newfoundland, Halifax, Nova Scotia, and Portland, Maine, in the late nineteenth and early twentieth centuries.These three port cities, home to diverse Irish populations in different stages of development and in different national contexts, provide a fascinating setting for a study of intergenerational ethnicity. Mannion traces how Irishness could, at certain points, form the basis of a strong, cohesive identity among Catholics of Irish descent, while at other times it faded into the background. Although there was a consistent, often romantic gaze across the Atlantic to the old land, many of the organizations that helped mediate large-scale public engagement with the affairs of Ireland - especially Irish nationalist associations - spread from further west on the North American mainland. Irish ethnicity did not, therefore, develop in isolation, but rather as a result of a complex interplay of local, regional, national, and transnational networks.This volume shows that despite a growing generational distance, Ireland remained “a land of dreams” for many immigrants and their descendants. They were connected to a transnational Irish diaspora well into the twentieth century.

]]> Patrick Mannion is a SSHRC postdoctoral fellow in the Department of History at Boston College. http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20180722a1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20180722a1.mp3 29:24 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 22 Jul 2018 12:00:00 +0000 Simon Entwistle Listen to Simon Entwistle, an award winning Story Teller & Author, as he tells quite an unusual story of a young lady from Wicklow murdered for her good looks in 1795 in Yorkshire England .

]]> Simon Entwistle http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20180715b1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20180715b1.mp3 10:13 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 15 Jul 2018 12:50:00 +0000 Jim Kelly Ireland has formally launched it's campaign for a seat on the United Nations Security Council.Irish Ambassador to Canada, Jim Kelly, explains the significance and importance of this initiative. The Irish Government stated " Ireland’s campaign for a seat on the UN Security Council is central to our international agenda, and is driven by our belief that we are far stronger acting together than we are acting alone. During more than six decades of UN membership, Ireland has played a leading role as a small member state that is vocal, active and courageously committed to peacekeeping, humanitarian assistance, disarmament, sustainable development, personal freedom, free trade, democracy, the rule of law and human rights.Winning a seat on the UN Security Council would place Ireland at the heart of UN decision-making on international peace, security and development. It would also continue Ireland’s proud tradition of international engagement dating back to our admission to the UN in 1955. We will have a tough campaign on our hands over the next two years and we certainly don’t underestimate our competition, but I am confident that by putting our full support behind the campaign and by emphasising Ireland’s unique strengths and track record, we can succeed.""We are looking to serve on the UN Security Council over 2021-22 because we believe in a strong UN and we want to be at the centre of it, advocating for our core values. We have unique perspectives to bring based on our experiences in areas like peacekeeping, conflict resolution and international development. And ‘Global Ireland’ is about more than just advancing our prosperity - it is also about promoting our values and making this a safer, more secure and more sustainable world."

]]> Jim Kelly http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20180715a1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20180715a1.mp3 47:36 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 15 Jul 2018 12:00:00 +0000 Bryan Daly Bryan Daly talks about the Daly clan gathering in Farrellton in July 2018

]]> Bryan Daly http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20180708d1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20180708d1.mp3 9:28 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 08 Jul 2018 12:48:00 +0000 Sue & Greg Egan (Australia) Irish Gaelic clan of Brehons who were hereditary lawyers - firstly to the Ó Conchobhair Kings of Connacht, and later to the Burkes of Clanricarde.The earliest surviving Irish law manuscript, In Senchas Már, was written prior to 1350 at a school (patronised by the Mac Aodhagáin) at Duniry, near Loughrea. Other branches of the clann maintained schools at Park, outside Tuam, and at Ballymacegan in Co. Tipperary.[3] The work known as Leabhar Breac was produced by one of their students, while Dubhaltach MacFhirbhisigh may have studied at Ballymacegan under Flann Mac Aodhagáin up to the year 1643.In 2016 Clans of Ireland awarded three people their most prestigious honour – their Order of Merit.

]]> Sue & Greg Egan (Australia) http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20180708c1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20180708c1.mp3 15:19 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 08 Jul 2018 12:35:00 +0000 Michael Egan (Clan Chief) Dr Michael J.S. Egan, in his role as Chairman of Adjudication Council of the Board of Clans of Ireland and on the authority of Michael D. Higgins the President of Ireland, made Professor Gregory Egan a Companion of the Clans of Ireland by presenting him with the Order at the 2016 Dublin Gathering.In responding to the citation Professor Egan said:Whilst the award is an honour for me, it is a greater honour for our Clann. The award recognises the tireless work of many and I speak in particular of Elaine Egan, who founded the Australian & New Zealand Chapter, and was our first president, and my lady Sue, our Chapter's Registrar. There are of course many more, some present, and others here in spirit. I thank you all.As Mac Aodhagáin stated previously it is a great honour for our Clan that it now has two people with the Order of Merit the other being Byron Egan. No other Clan has this distinction.

]]> Michael Egan (Clan Chief) http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20180708b1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20180708b1.mp3 15:53 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 08 Jul 2018 12:15:00 +0000 Maureen Egan Family members – Egans, Eagans, Eagens, Agins and Keegans – all descendants of Aodhagáin for our Clan Egan Rally here in Canada June 30th to July 8th 2018. We’re starting off and ending the rally in our nation's capital, Ottawa, Ontario.  Throughout our travel route you’ll realize that the Irish played an important role in Canada’s history, be it the building of the Rideau Canal or the lumber industry. It wasn’t without great hardship as you’ll find out throughout our travels.  

Maureen Egan was one of the organizewrs for the 2018 CAnadian Rally

]]> Maureen Egan http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20180708a1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20180708a1.mp3 8:45 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 08 Jul 2018 12:01:00 +0000 Sean Conlon Sean Conlon tells of the deep connections between Monaghan and Canada and the establishment of a festival to celebrate that history.

]]> Sean Conlon http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20180701d1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20180701d1.mp3 12:40 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 01 Jul 2018 12:50:00 +0000 Coastline Coastline is a troupe of fiddlers from British Columbia and while touring Ireland, performed at Monaghan Canada celebrations.

]]> Coastline http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20180701c1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20180701c1.mp3 13:28 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 01 Jul 2018 12:35:00 +0000 Alison Curtis Kingston Ontario native, now liveing in Dublin, is the host of a weekly Saturday morning breakfast show on TodayFM. For Canada 2018 she broadcasts from Monaghan as part of their Canada Day festivities.

]]> Alison Curtis http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20180701b1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20180701b1.mp3 12:17 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 01 Jul 2018 12:12:00 +0000 Brian Clerkin Brian Clerkin tells of the celebrations in Monaghan for Canada Day 2018

]]> Brian Clerkin http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20180701a1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20180701a1.mp3 5:17 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 01 Jul 2018 12:00:00 +0000 John O'Connor gave a talk to a visiting group about the Irish connection to Quebec. Irish Heritage Quebec was founded in 1973 by Marianna O’Gallagher and several members of the Irish community of Quebec City to encourage and aid genealogical studies of Quebec Irish families, to preserve information, artefacts and documents belonging to the Irish Community of Quebec, to promote the study of Irish history and, in particular, to encourage research into the history of the Irish of Quebec, to encourage the study of Irish arts and authors, and to promote the activities of groups pursuing such objectives and to promote the publication and sale of books and articles pertaining to Irish history, arts and culture.President Joe LonerganSecretary-Treasurer John O’Connor

]]> John O'Connor gave a talk to a visiting group about the Irish connection to Quebec. http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20180624b1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20180624b1.mp3 41:35 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 24 Jun 2018 12:20:00 +0000 Irish Heritage Quebec was founded in 1973 by Marianna O’Gallagher. President Joe Lonergan recounts the background to the organization Irish Heritage Quebec was founded in 1973 by Marianna O’Gallagher and several members of the Irish community of Quebec City to encourage and aid genealogical studies of Quebec Irish families, to preserve information, artefacts and documents belonging to the Irish Community of Quebec, to promote the study of Irish history and, in particular, to encourage research into the history of the Irish of Quebec, to encourage the study of Irish arts and authors, and to promote the activities of groups pursuing such objectives and to promote the publication and sale of books and articles pertaining to Irish history, arts and culture.President Joe LonerganSecretary-Treasurer John O’Connor

]]> Irish Heritage Quebec was founded in 1973 by Marianna O’Gallagher. President Joe Lonergan recounts the background to the organization http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20180624a.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20180624a.mp3 19:39 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 24 Jun 2018 12:00:00 +0000 June Tiffney of Aer Lingus talks about the increase in Canadian travel to Ireland and the resulting expansion by Aer Lingus June Tiffney of Aer Lingus talks about the increase in Canadian travel to Ireland and the resulting expansion by Aer Lingus

]]> June Tiffney of Aer Lingus talks about the increase in Canadian travel to Ireland and the resulting expansion by Aer Lingus http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20180617b1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20180617b1.mp3 23:16 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 17 Jun 2018 12:30:00 +0000 Kingsley Aikins discussed Diaspora Initaitives at the UCD Clinton Institute Conference on Diaspora, Diplomacy and Development UCD Clinton Institute hosted an international conference in Dublin that brought together government and NGO actors, academic scholars, corporate representatives, and a diverse range of diaspora agents to address global examples of the intersections of diaspora, diplomacy and global development.Kingsley Aikins - Why Diaspora Initiatives FailKingsley Aikins was born and brought up in Dublin and educated at The High School, Dublin and Trinity College Dublin, from which he graduated with an honours degree in economics and politics. He also has a post-graduate Diploma in International Marketing and has studied and worked extensively in France and Spain. For five years he was the Sydney, Australia based representative of the Irish Trade Board and the Industrial Development Authority (IDA) of Ireland. He was a founding director of The Australian Ireland Fund and for two years served as Executive Director responsible for the growth of the Fund in Australia and setting up The Ireland Fund of New Zealand. In January of 1993, he moved to Boston to take over as Executive Director of The American Ireland Fund. The Fund was set up in 1976 and since then The Worldwide Ireland Funds have raised over $300 million for projects of Peace, Culture, Community Development and Education throughout the island of Ireland. In June 1995 he was appointed Chief Executive of the Worldwide Ireland Funds now active in 13 countries including Ireland. He is a member of the Institutes of Marketing, Export and Linguists. He was also responsible for the successful five-year Hope and History Campaign to raise $100 million. After 21 years he left The Ireland Funds and runs a consultancy company based in Dublin called Diaspora Matters which give advice on diaspora issues to governments, corporates and individuals. He writes and speaks extensively on Philanthropy, Diaspora and Networking and in 2011 produced a Global Diaspora Strategies Toolkit and in 2012 was the keynote speaker at the Hillary Clinton Global diaspora Forum in Washington.

]]> Kingsley Aikins discussed Diaspora Initaitives at the UCD Clinton Institute Conference on Diaspora, Diplomacy and Development http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20180617a1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20180617a1.mp3 28:06 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 17 Jun 2018 12:00:00 +0000 Barry O'Brien of Williams Caribbean Capital At the recent conference on Diaspora, Diplomacy and Developmernt, Barry O'Brien of Williams Caribbean Capital discussed the imoact of successfully leveraging diapora data mining in developing business.

Diaspora – a word of Greek origin meaning “dispersion” – is one of the oldest forms of human networking, long predating the invention of nation states. Today, in a time of radically diffused global power, diasporas have been reenergised and retooled as agents of diplomacy and development. Some governments view diaspora as a soft power resource that extends nation-state capacities – ministries, institutions, and programmes have been created to engage diaspora as agents of diplomatic and development goals. At the same time, diasporas are actively engaging arenas of transnational commerce, communications and politics in ways that disrupt normative ideas and practices of global governance.UCD Clinton Institute hosted an international conference in Dublin that brought together government and NGO actors, academic scholars, corporate representatives, and a diverse range of diaspora agents to address global examples of the intersections of diaspora, diplomacy and global development.

]]> Barry O'Brien of Williams Caribbean Capital http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20180610d1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20180610d1.mp3 15:42 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 10 Jun 2018 12:30:00 +0000 Colin Miley The Cool Planet Experience (CPE) is a registered Irish charity on a mission to motivate the people of Ireland to take climate action. We are big believers that making smart, sustainable choices can enrich your life, save you money & the planet. Through our interactive exhibition in Enniskerry, our touring workshops & champion programme - we want to involve the country in the story of climate change.

 

Colin Miley walks us trough some of the rooms that are designed to engange in interactivity to help learn and understand the impact of Climate change and how we can individually make a differerence.

]]> Colin Miley http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20180610c1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20180610c1.mp3 15:57 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 10 Jun 2018 12:25:00 +0000 Christine Flynn The Cool Planet Experience (CPE) is a registered Irish charity on a mission to motivate the people of Ireland to take climate action. We are big believers that making smart, sustainable choices can enrich your life, save you money & the planet. Through our interactive exhibition in Enniskerry, our touring workshops & champion programme - we want to involve the country in the story of climate change.

 

Christine Flynn brings us on a walk through of the first rooms in the experience.

]]> Christine Flynn http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20180610b1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20180610b1.mp3 3:43 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 10 Jun 2018 12:16:00 +0000 Vicky Brown The Cool Planet Experience (CPE) is a registered Irish charity on a mission to motivate the people of Ireland to take climate action. We are big believers that making smart, sustainable choices can enrich your life, save you money & the planet. Through our interactive exhibition in Enniskerry, our touring workshops & champion programme - we want to involve the country in the story of climate change.  Vicky Brown tells of the background to the establishment of the experience at Powerscourt, Co Wicklow.

]]> Vicky Brown http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20180610a.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20180610a.mp3 14:42 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 10 Jun 2018 12:01:00 +0000 Laura McGann An unflinching and poignant insight into the trials and tribulations, both personal and sporting, of the women on the forefront of Ireland's burgeoning Roller Derby scene. During the 1930s, roller derby – in which blockers try to prevent the opposing team’s jammer from passing them and thereby acquiring points – became one of the first US sports in which women played by the same rules as men.The contemporary incarnation of the sport re-emerged at the turn of the millennium, replete with a theatrical new wave Rosie the Riveter aesthetic. It took another 10 years for the sport to establish itself in Ireland, and film-maker Laura McGann, was there from the first shove.https://vimeo.com/ondemand/revolutions

]]> Laura McGann http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20180603c1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20180603c1.mp3 16:11 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 03 Jun 2018 12:40:00 +0000 Gary Dunne Oakwood Stables is a family run yard is located in beautiful Redcross, Co Wicklow, with excellent facilities including a large all weather arena, cross country fences, stabling and grazing. Oakwood stables are within easy reach of top showjumping venues, and two local hunts.The Dunne family specialise in coaching children and young riders who are interested in improving their showjumping, cross country and pony club riding. Gary Dunne has many years experience with horses and ponies, has competed at European Championships at both Junior and Young Rider level. Holds a Golden Saddle award and has produced many talented young ponies and horses including: Jam Delilah, Tippex, Pastmaster, Nutley Lane, Chevalier,Tippex Europa. Gary also produced and started the very fine 148cm mare "More Clover" who went on to compete at the highest level including European pony showjumping championships in 2010 and Royal Dublin Society championships 2015. Gary has a very keen eye for spotting a future star and enjoys selecting and producing young stock. In 2015 Gary has sold his home bred talented 148cm mare "Oakwood Daisy" to England to continue her showjumping career. One to watch for the future...http://www.oakwoodstables.ie

]]> Gary Dunne http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20180603b1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20180603b1.mp3 14:06 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 03 Jun 2018 12:25:00 +0000 Amanda Dunne Oakwood Stables is a family run yard is located in beautiful Redcross, Co Wicklow, with excellent facilities including a large all weather arena, cross country fences, stabling and grazing. Oakwood stables are within easy reach of top showjumping venues, and two local hunts.The Dunne family specialise in coaching children and young riders who are interested in improving their showjumping, cross country and pony club riding. Amanda Dunne has been involved with horses and ponies for many years and today works as a Horse Sport 'Level 2 Competition Coach' and is a Show jumping Ireland accredited competition coach. She enjoys helping children to build confidence, improve ringcraft, and learn more about their sport. Many of Amanda's students compete nationally in Ireland

]]> Amanda Dunne http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20180603a1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20180603a1.mp3 22:30 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 03 Jun 2018 12:02:00 +0000 Fiona O'Mahony The Irish Family History Centre's research service is aimed at people who would like to get one of our experts to research their Irish ancestry for them. You can also ask our experts questions that may help you get past any brick walls with your own research.

]]> Fiona O'Mahony http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20180527d1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20180527d1.mp3 17:50 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sat, 02 Jun 2018 17:50:00 +0000 Liam Kennedy Liam Kennedy is an Irish academic, a professor and director of the Clinton Institute for American Studies at University College Dublin, since 2004

]]> Liam Kennedy http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20180527c1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20180527c1.mp3 15:33 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sat, 02 Jun 2018 17:50:00 +0000 Ciaran Cannon Ciarán Cannon is an Irish Fine Gael politician who has served as Minister of State for the Diaspora and International Development since June 2017. He has been a Teachta Dála for the Galway East constituency since 2011.

]]> Ciaran Cannon http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20180527b1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20180527b1.mp3 11:11 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sat, 02 Jun 2018 17:50:00 +0000 Liam Kennedy Diaspora – a word of Greek origin meaning “dispersion” – is one of the oldest forms of human networking, long predating the invention of nation states. Today, in a time of radically diffused global power, diasporas have been reenergised and retooled as agents of diplomacy and development. Some governments view diaspora as a soft power resource that extends nation-state capacities – ministries, institutions, and programmes have been created to engage diaspora as agents of diplomatic and development goals. At the same time, diasporas are actively engaging arenas of transnational commerce, communications and politics in ways that disrupt normative ideas and practices of global governance.

]]> Liam Kennedy http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20180527a1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20180527a1.mp3 10:08 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sat, 02 Jun 2018 17:50:00 +0000 Seamus Mallon, Noel Dorr Panel discussion featuring Noel Dorr, author of 'Sunningdale: the search for peace in Norther Ireland', with Seamus Mallon and chaired by Marie Coleman. Belfast, 8 December 2017.

]]> Seamus Mallon, Noel Dorr http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=201805201.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=201805201.mp3 1:00:46 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 20 May 2018 13:00:00 +0000 Niall Breslin Niall Breslin http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20180513f1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20180513f1.mp3 16:29 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada clean Sat, 19 May 2018 20:58:25 +0000 Robert Kearns Robert Kearns http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20180513a1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20180513a1.mp3 25:19 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada clean Sat, 19 May 2018 20:58:25 +0000 Linda Boland Linda Boland heads up the Ottawa Darkness Into Light team and talks about the need to bring the issues of suicide and self harm more into the public arena for ongoing discussion.

]]> Linda Boland http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20180513e1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20180513e1.mp3 2:47 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 13 May 2018 16:52:00 +0000 Patty Murphy Founded in 1960, the Youth Services Bureau of Ottawa (YSB) is one of the largest and most comprehensive non‑profit agencies serving youth in this community. More than 350 caring professionals work from 20 locations across the city to deliver a vast range of programs and services that support at‑risk youth and their families.

Patty Murphy talks about the importance of partnership with events such as DIL

]]> Patty Murphy http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20180513d1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20180513d1.mp3 2:34 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 13 May 2018 12:48:00 +0000 Jim Kelly Irish Ambassador Jim Kelly walked in the Darkness Into Light event  in Ottawa and talks about issues relating to mental health and struggles that emigrants can experience.

]]> Jim Kelly http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20180513c1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20180513c1.mp3 5:42 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 13 May 2018 12:37:00 +0000 Jim Watson Ottawa Mayor Jim Watson attended the 3rd Darkness Into Light walk and talks about mental health.

]]> Jim Watson http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20180513b1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20180513b1.mp3 3:50 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 13 May 2018 12:30:00 +0000 Catherine Day at the Royal Irish Academy Drawing on her ten years of experience as Secretary General of the European Commission, Catherine Day looked back at some of the main forces that shaped the EU over the past thirty years and provided a context for explaining how the post Brexit EU will be different from the past.  She examined the impact and consequences of the 2004 enlargement of the EU and the 2005 failure to ratify the proposed Constitutional Treaty.  She discussed the changes the Lisbon Treaty brought to the way the EU works today on big issues such as Economic and Monetary Union.  She looked at some of the questions of what a post Brexit EU might look like, examining threats like the rise of populism and anti EU nationalism and suggested ways of responding to them.  She also outlined ideas such as the need for a more developed social dimension, a more clearly defined and agreed EU agenda and greater citizen involvement.  She also examined the implications for Ireland’s future membership in the EU once the UK leaves and the role it can play in helping to shape the post Brexit EU. 

]]> Catherine Day at the Royal Irish Academy http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=201805061.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=201805061.mp3 1:17:37 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Mon, 07 May 2018 12:01:00 +0000 Cathy Wilcox The Ottawa New Horizons Band was founded by Cathy Wilcox, an elementary school music teacher and an active member of Dominion-Chalmers United Church (DC).  She kept encountering parents and others in the community who said they wished they could join a band and learn music the way their children had.Cathy proposed to the DC Church Council that she develop an outreach program, offering the opportunity for adults to learn to play in a band.  The New Horizons International Music Association program, which had been founded by Dr. Roy Ernst at the Eastman School of Music to provide entry points to music making for adults (see General Description for more information on NHIMA), it seemed like a perfect fit.Cathy is leading a group of 40 musicians to Ireland in June, where they will be teaming up with some Dublin New Horizons.https://www.facebook.com/groups/1719505518263938/

]]> Cathy Wilcox http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20180429d1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20180429d1.mp3 16:37 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 29 Apr 2018 12:50:00 +0000 Aralt Mac Giolla Chainnigh North American Association for Celtic Language TeachersThe 2018 NAACLT Conference "The Celtic Languages Between Two Worlds" will be held in St. John's, Newfoundland and Labrador between 23-26 May 2018.NAACLT has convened an Annual Conference since 1995 at which presentations have been made on various topics relating to teaching and research in Celtic languages. The conferences have been very successful in enabling those active in the teaching of Scottish Gaelic, Irish, Manx, Welsh, Breton and Cornish to meet with each other, share ideas and concerns, to socialize and maintain further contact.

]]> Aralt Mac Giolla Chainnigh http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20180429c1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20180429c1.mp3 16:14 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 29 Apr 2018 12:40:00 +0000 Margaret Lavictoire Atlantic Voices is partnering with the Ottawa Family Cinema to show the movie, Goin' Down the Road. Hailed as a landmark film upon its release, Don Shebib's first feature film is widely recognized as marking the beginning of the film industry in English Canada. An unflinchingly realist and unsentimental portrait of two Maritimers trying and failing to make it in the big city, it won three Canadian Film Awards Best Original Screenplay, Best Feature Film and Best Lead Actor (shared by Doug McGrath and Paul Bradley) and is consistently regarded as one of the best Canadian films of all time.THis special event will take place on Friday, May 4th at 7:00pm at Notre Dame High School, 710 Broadview Avenue (near Carling). Free parking behind the school. Popcorn, drinks and snacks available. Tickets can be purchases through the Ottawa Family Cinema website. Before the show, Atlantic Voices will be singing a few selections from their upcoming concert of the same name.Our Spring Concert - Goin' Down the RoadCome join us for our Spring Concert on Sunday, May 27 at Centretown United Church.This year's theme is "Goin' Down the Road" featuring such great songs about leaving home, coming home and staying home. New for this concert, tickets can be purchased online, through Eventbrite at tickets.atlanticvoices.ca.Doors open at 2pm. As always, a pre-show from Fumblin' Fungers will get everyone warmed up and, of course, the after concert tea will have lots of delicious goodies as you check out our Silent Auction tables.

]]> Margaret Lavictoire http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20180429b1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20180429b1.mp3 7:42 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 29 Apr 2018 12:20:00 +0000 Daithi O'Cinneide The European Union and the Canadian Film Institute are proud to invite you to the 5th edition of the European Union Short Film Festival & Tastes of Europe to be held from May 3 to May 5 at Arts Court Ottawa, an occasion for you to sample the sights, sounds and flavours of the European Union.The EU Short Film Festival is organized by the EU Delegation to Canada, European Union National Institutes for Culture/Ottawa chapter (EUNIC Ottawa) and the Diplomatic Missions of participating EU Member States, with support from the Canadian Film Institute.  Free entry. Come early at 6:30pm for Tastes of Europe featuring food and drink samples!  Scheduled screenings begin at 7:00 p.m. Seating is limited, so please arrive 15 minutes early to guarantee a spot. Programme I: Imagination Lives! / L’Imagination vit!Thursday/Jeudi May 3 Mai, 19:0075 Minutes - Ages 10 and up / Public de 10 ans et plusProgramme 2: Life Challenges / Les Défis de la VieFriday/Vendredi May 4 Mai, 19:00Includes Between us2016 / Irish language drama / 10mins / Dir: Daithí Ó Cinnéide / Prod: Mairéad KiernanA son and his traditional Irish father struggle to find common ground after the son starts questioning his gender identity in rural Ireland72 Minutes - Ages 18 and up / Public de 18 ans et plusProgramme 3: Life and Times / La Vie et les PériodesSaturday/Samedi May Mai, 19:0060 Minutes

]]> Daithi O'Cinneide http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20180429a1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20180429a1.mp3 7:26 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 29 Apr 2018 12:00:00 +0000 Katrina Costello A few weeks ago we chatted with Katrina Costello about her documentary, A Silver Branch.An uplifting and emotional celebration of people and place, which captures the delicacy of the natural world; the heart and soul of a farmer-poet, Patrick McCormack; and the ancient rural spirit of Ireland which stands behind him. The Story is centred around Patrick and the land, The Burren, Western Ireland. A wild place where Mesolithic tombs, famine villages and present day small rocky fields are like jewels telling of our long human story on these hills. Patrick longs to farm in the quite pace his ascendants did. But his life gains a different momentum when he’s called to Battle in the Supreme courts to decide on the fate of this iconic wilderness

]]> Katrina Costello http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20180422b1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20180422b1.mp3 13:46 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 22 Apr 2018 12:30:00 +0000 Tim Carroll is the Artistic Director and shares his thoughts. Since 1962 The Shaw Festival has grown into a major annual event in Niagara-on-the-Lake, ON.Inspired by the spirit of George Bernard Shaw, the Shaw Festival creates unforgettable theatrical encounters. The Shaw Festival, home to Two-Way Theatre, is a place where people who are curious about the world gather to share the unique experience of live theatre. The 2018 Season, Artistic Director Tim Carroll’s (TC) second season, features 14 productions, including Stephen Fry’s Mythos: A Trilogy – Gods. Heroes. Men., two musicals, three plays about the centenary of the end of the Great War and more Secret Theatre. Tim Carroll is the Artistic Director and shares his thoughts.

]]> Tim Carroll is the Artistic Director and shares his thoughts. http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20180422a1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20180422a1.mp3 12:38 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 22 Apr 2018 12:00:00 +0000 Kieran Tuohy continues to be inspired by Irish history, mythology, stories and books. In his studio in Kilcolgan, Co Galway he works quietly, carving, polishing and perfecting his pieces, looking to the future, to his next exhibition. Kieran Tuohy was born in Galway in 1953. When he was a child his family moved to England where he was educated. At a young age, his passion for creativity was evident, he began painting and sculpting at 15. With the family’s heart firmly on Irish soil, they moved home in the early seventies where Kieran began work as a carpenter. In the early nineties, Kieran began carving, using mahogany as his medium and “The Book of Kells” as his inspiration. Following on from this he decided to challenge himself to the often difficult and intricate medium of bog oak where his passion for sculpture began to flare.Abandoning the normal bogwood sculpturing techniques of bringing out the natural forms in the wood into apparent objects, Kieran unearths his own images from the wood. With most of his subjects involving Irish history, it is quite poignant that he works in a medium so attached and symbolic to our nation, for which both will now be eternally immortalized. He is unique in that he creates his own shapes and uses many subtly different textures to achieve the finish he wants, using the natural flaws in the wood to great effect.Kieran continues to be inspired by Irish history, mythology, stories and books. In his studio in Kilcolgan, Co Galway he works quietly, carving, polishing and perfecting his pieces, looking to the future, to his next exhibition.http://kierantuohy.com/

]]> Kieran Tuohy continues to be inspired by Irish history, mythology, stories and books. In his studio in Kilcolgan, Co Galway he works quietly, carving, polishing and perfecting his pieces, looking to the future, to his next exhibition. http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20180415b1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20180415b1.mp3 37:02 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 15 Apr 2018 13:25:00 +0000 Dave Panting chronicles the history of the group since the late 1980's Rawlins Cross was formed in St. John’s in the late 1980s by songwriting brothers Dave Panting (guitar and mandolin) and Geoff Panting (keyboards and accordion) and Ian McKinnon (highland pipes and tin whistle). Since then, Rawlins Cross has been at the vanguard of the fusion of Celtic traditional music with the rhythms of rock, pop and worldbeat music. Equally at ease with a soulful Highland Air (MacPherson’s Lament) or a raucous party song (Colleen, Reel ‘n’ Roll, Rock Steady), Rawlins Cross never fails to electrify its faithful fans. Over its nearly 30 year run, Rawlins Cross has always been a “fan favourite” on the North American and European concert and festival circuits.The band burst onto the East Coast recording scene in late ’89 with its first indie recording, A Turn of the Wheel and a video for the single Colleen. Just weeks after its release, Colleen scored a top ten radio slot on Toronto’s influential CFNY station and Rawlins Cross was on its way.Rock Steady is the ninth studio project for Rawlins Cross and one of the most personal, with six original tracks being written by the band.

http://www.rawlinscross.com

 

]]> Dave Panting chronicles the history of the group since the late 1980's http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20180415a1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20180415a1.mp3 18:48 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 15 Apr 2018 13:00:00 +0000 David Wilson University of Toronto Lingering doubts about Whelan's guilt have made the McGee killing — Canada's only political assassination — one of the country's most enduring whodunits. And while David Wilson concludes that Whelan was certainly involved in the assassination, he argues that armchair cold-case sleuths should take a second look at Whelan's friend and fellow Fenian James Kinsella, a "bit player" in the original investigation and trial but quite possibly the man who held the smoking gun over McGee's dead body.

 

"Kinsella's testimony at Whelan's trial was vague and unconvincing," the University of Toronto historian writes in the second volume of his two-part biography of McGee, which goes on sale later this month. "If Whelan was indeed covering up for someone, Kinsella is a possible candidate."

McGee was shot to death on April 7, 1868, on the doorstep of his Ottawa rooming house on Sparks Street near Parliament Hill. The killing of the fiery orator — a former radical Irish nationalist who came to reject Fenian-style violence as a means to achieve the independence of his homeland from Britain — has prompted various theories over the years about whether Whelan was unjustly convicted and executed.

 

 

]]> David Wilson University of Toronto http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=201804081.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=201804081.mp3 1:02:51 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 08 Apr 2018 12:11:00 +0000 Tea With Puppets Podcvst on Thomas D'Arcy McGee Stamp Thomas D’Arcy McGee, a founding father of Canada, the first Irishman in the English-speaking world to appear on a postage stamp, and the victim of the only politically motivated assassination in Canadian history.

]]> Tea With Puppets Podcvst on Thomas D'Arcy McGee Stamp http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20180401c1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20180401c1.mp3 14:36 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 01 Apr 2018 13:43:00 +0000 Jeff O'Reilly Thomas D'Arcy McGee, politician, journalist, poet, historian (born 13 April 1825 in Carlingford, Ireland; died 7 April 1868 in Ottawa, ON). Thomas D’Arcy McGee’s political career was shaped first and foremost by his dedication to Irish national liberation, which pushed him towards revolutionary anti-British doctrine in his early years. But amid radical transformations in his own circumstances, McGee ended his career as a Canadian Parliamentarian and staunch defender of British constitutional monarchy. McGee’s political transformation ultimately damaged his popularity and in 1868 he was assassinated.

]]> Jeff O'Reilly http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20180401b1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20180401b1.mp3 8:09 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 01 Apr 2018 13:30:00 +0000 Maurice Sweeney Director Dolours Price, the infamous IRA radical convicted of bombing England's Old Bailey in 1973, granted a series of revealing interviews in 2010 on the strict condition of their posthumous release. The interviews, brought to life through vividly cinematic reenactments, uncover the birth of her fierce commitment to Irish Republicanism. Price revisits the bombing and the 200-day hunger strike that followed, and discusses her role in the disappearances of some suspected Republican informants. With 2018 marking the 20th anniversary since the signing of the Good Friday Agreement, and 50 years since the start of the Troubles, filmmaker Maurice Sweeney presents an eye-opening portrait of a once passionate, now disillusioned nationalist whose clarity of purpose both inspired allegiance and promised terror for so many.

]]> Maurice Sweeney Director http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20180401a1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20180401a1.mp3 18:16 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 01 Apr 2018 13:00:00 +0000 Hannah Quinn Smithy & Dickie is a short documentary directed by Hannah Quinn, about love letters written in the 1940’s, young people’s reactions to them and an exploration on how the current explosion of digital information may be obliterating our most precious memories, making them less accessible in another 70 years.Hannah Quinn’s directorial debut short film ‘My Bonnie’, screened at multiple festivalsinternationally, gaining several nominations and festival awards.She has directed for TV3’s highly successful Red Rock and has just completed postproduction on an Irish Film Board funded documentary, Smithy & Dickie.Hannah brings a wealth of experience from successfully working for over two decades asan Assistant Director, alongside highly prolific directors.Her A/D filmography includes projects such as Gladiator, Black Hawk Down, The Martian,Children of Men and independent films, Maze and Song for a Raggy Boy.

]]> Hannah Quinn http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20180325c1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20180325c1.mp3 11:54 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 25 Mar 2018 12:40:00 +0000 Katrina Costello The Silver Branch, directed by Katrina Costello, is a philosophical vision-poem about one man’s journey through life which underpins a search to reconnect with nature and culture as primary sources from which we learn a deeper understanding of ourselves and our surroundings.An uplifting and emotional celebration of people and place, which captures the delicacy of the natural world; the heart and soul of a farmer-poet, Patrick McCormack; and the ancient rural spirit of Ireland which stands behind him. The Story is centred around Patrick and the land, The Burren, Western Ireland. A wild place where Mesolithic tombs, famine villages and present day small rocky fields are like jewels telling of our long human story on these hills. Patrick longs to farm in the quite pace his ascendants did. But his life gains a different momentum when he’s called to Battle in the Supreme courts to decide on the fate of this iconic wilderness

]]> Katrina Costello http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20180325b1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20180325b1.mp3 20:22 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 25 Mar 2018 12:20:00 +0000 Clár Ní Bhuachalla Clár Ní Bhuachalla talks about the Irish Language Summer School at Dublin University.

]]> Clár Ní Bhuachalla http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20180325a1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20180325a1.mp3 15:20 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 25 Mar 2018 12:06:00 +0000 Thomas Vencelides Zoo is an upcoming British historical war drama film directed and written by Colin McIvor. The film stars Art Parkinson, Penelope Wilton, Toby Jones, Ian O'Reilly, Ian McElhinney, Amy Huberman, and Damian O'Hare.

 

THomas Venvelides tells the back story about the production.

]]> Thomas Vencelides http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20180318b1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20180318b1.mp3 14:32 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 18 Mar 2018 13:30:00 +0000 John Connors A group of young Cardboard Gangsters attempt to gain control of the drug trade in Darndale, chasing the glorified lifestyle of money, power and sex. Cardboard Gangsters is a 2017 Irish crime film based in Darndale, Dublin starring John Connors, Fionn Walton, Damien Dempsey, Fíonna Hewitt Twamley, Kierston Wareing, Gemma-Leah Devereux, Kyle Bradley Donaldson and Lydia McGuinness.

]]> John Connors http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20180318a1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20180318a1.mp3 21:50 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 18 Mar 2018 13:00:00 +0000 Gary White Deer & Peter McCarthy The March of the Choctaw is a feature-documentary for festival, cinematic-release, digital download and DVD. In 1996 Gary White Deer was invited to Mayo to commemorate the $175 donation his people made in 1847, equivalent $10,000 today, from their very meager resources to the people of Ireland during The Great Famine -an Gorta Mór. Later invited to Derry to paint a mural he was caught up in a sectarian riot. Inspired by these events and the Irish peace process, he began to reflect on the sovereignty of his own people, the recurring conflict between freedom and security and how tribal prophecies might illuminate these perpetual issues. The Journey We follow Gary as he journeys in a big yellow school bus on an expedition down old tribal paths to meet with First Nations Chiefs, Clan Mothers, Tribal leaders, Elders and traditional faith keepers. Gary will ask questions about independence and community sovereignty, the economic crisis and the environment in a world of rapid change and turmoil. We will meet with the Iroquois, Hopi, Lakota, Kiowa and Maya tribes amongst others, asking to what extent ancient tribal prophecies reverberate in modern times and how these prophecies might uncover signposts for the future. Told with dramatic reconstruction, visual and sound effects and stunning imagery - this promises to be an exciting and breathtaking road-trip film, taking the audience across North and Central America on a journey of discovery.

]]> Gary White Deer & Peter McCarthy http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20110925a1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20110925a1.mp3 29:57 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Tue, 13 Mar 2018 02:46:32 +0000 Aoife McArdle 17 year old Candice longs to escape her seaside town and finds solace in her imagination. When her disillusionment calcifies into an obsession with a troubled stranger, she becomes .... Set on the streets of early 1980s Northern Ireland, the film is built around themes of emotional abandon and the uncertainty of romantic relationships.Aoife McArdle is an Irish writer and director. Her first feature-length film, 'Kissing Candice', had its world premiere at the Toronto International Film Festival on 8 September 2017 and its European premiere at the Berlin International Film Festival in February 2018. Other work includes music videos for Bryan Ferry, Jon Hopkins, Simian Mobile Disco, James Vincent McMorrow and U2 television commercials for Honda, Samsung and Under Armour. Her video for the U2 song 'Every Breaking Wave' was nominated for Best International Music Video at the UK Music Video Awards 2015 and was publicly praised by Academy award winning directors Terry George, Alejandro González Iñárritu and Spike Jonze. She was nominated for Best Director at the UK Music Video Awards in 2014 and nominated for Best Director at the Ciclope Festival 2016

]]> Aoife McArdle http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20180311b1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20180311b1.mp3 12:37 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 11 Mar 2018 17:30:00 +0000 Kieran Cavanagh Kieran Cavanagh Rhythm of the DanceThe shows producer, Kieran Cavanagh has for many years been a promoter of international renown and was the recipient of the prestigious CMA award for “International Promoter Of The Year 1995” in Nashville TENN.. His roster of concert successes, too numerous to list in full here include sell out tours with , Kenny Rogers, Willie Nelson, James Brown, Van Morrison, Johnny Cash, Kris Kristofferson, Trisha Yearwood, Mary Chapin Carpenter, the late Tammy Wynette etc and for some twenty two years has promoted sell -out concerts in Ireland for Irelands truly International star Daniel O’Donnell. Kieran continues to expand his productions, promotions, and agency under the heading KCP. With “Rhythm of the Dance”, Kieran fulfilled a long held ambition in the late ‘90’s to produce a superb dance spectacular. Having invested a vast amount of time and effort into market research he finally came up with the blueprint to create and bring to fruition “Rhythm of the Dance” in 1999 and judging by reaction to the shows continual worldwide touring and 7 million ticket sales, he got the formula just right. KCP book and route tours for International artists on a worldwide basis and Kieran prides himself on his company being one of the very few Irish based companies who undertake and manage tours on a worldwide basis.

]]> Kieran Cavanagh http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20180311c1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20180311c1.mp3 11:41 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 11 Mar 2018 17:19:00 +0000 Denis Naughten Minister for Communications, Climate Action and EnvironmentDenis Naughten was re-elected to the Dáil in February 2011 for the constituency of Roscommon/South Leitrim. He was subsequently elected as the Chairman of the Joint Oireachtas Committee on Health, Children & Youth Affairs.Denis has a strong electoral record having delivered a second seat for Fine Gael on three occasions. In 1997, Denis secured a second seat for the party in the Longford/Roscommon constituency & in 2007 in the new constituency of Roscommon/South Leitrim.However, he was expelled from the Fine Gael Parliamentary Party in July 2011, for voting against a government reversal of written commitment’s given by the coalition parties in advance of the 2011 election, on health services at Roscommon County Hospital.Denis sits as an independent TD, in Dáil Éireann. He is the son of the late Liam Naughten who was a Dáil Deputy from 1982 to 1989 and a member of the Seanad from 1981 to 1982 and 1989 to 1996.Denis has a keen interest in all sports and has played Gaelic football with Clann na nGael GAA club and has held both county and provincial athletic titles with Moore AC.

]]> Denis Naughten http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20180311e1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20180311e1.mp3 5:18 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 11 Mar 2018 17:08:00 +0000 Ray Johnson Ray Johnson is a truly unique artist with a very interesting story. He is a gentle soul who started life as an orphan. At age five he was adopted by his foster parents, Johnny and Bridget Johnson, of Jobs Cove, Conception Bay, and grew up in that small outport where the dialect is never quite sure what to do with “r”s.Who knows why the hand of fate sent Ray to Jobs Cove, but one thing is for sure, it was the start of his love affair with the accordion. Beginning with his father’s musical influence, Ray learned to play an accordion that cost just $24.00 way back in the pot auger days. Continuing with the opportunities of the Jobs Cove social scene, Ray persevered until, at the age of eight, he had mastered the instrument.His first official gig came when he played for a square dance, replacing the original player who had found too much weather to perform. In those days the square dance player was known as the “fiddler”, regardless of what instrument he played. Thus Ray became the official square dance “fiddler” while still playing his accordion.From there his fledgling career started to take off. He enthusiastically learned more tunes and would routinely be called on to play for marathon soup, supper and dance events, which started at eight in the evening and went on until four or five in the morning.A Scene Near Jobs Cove - Photo by C. FalkAs he got better, Ray recalls, people would pass the hat at the end of the dance and he earned enough money to keep himself in books and clothes.At the grand old age of twelve, Ray had started his professional career, influenced by locals and the music he experienced from a new medium called television. He was so taken by Don Messer that he took up fiddle playing and wrote directly to Don Messer asking him to send a supply of Rosin for his bow. Never really expecting to hear anything, he put the matter out of his mind but, low and behold, after three weeks he received not only the Rosin package, but a signed photo of Don Messer, a book from Messer’s private collection on how to play the fiddle and a bridge for his fiddle.Ray continued his playing in Jobs Cove until he graduated from high school and left to study art at St. John’s and Halifax, ultimately graduating with a degree in Fine Arts and Education. While in Halifax, Ray continued performing at the university and other coffee houses, as well as the Newfoundland club and, of course, house parties. In 1976 Ray’s homesickness got the better of him and he returned home to teach in Glovertown, a move that proved fate was with Ray.Another teacher, Wayne Chaulk, was working in Glovertown and they began jamming. Soon after they joined Kevin Blackmore, a.k.a. Buddy Wasisname, and together the trio formed a musical/comedy act with the unlikely name of Buddy Wasisname and The Other Fellers. That was eighteen years ago.Today the Buddy Wasisname trio is still going strong. Ray has developed into the ultimate accordion player and singer and is also now a reluctant comedian of considerable ability. Give him a set of lines and he turns into the consummate performer.Ray’s unique love of all things traditional is beautifully displayed in his reciting abilities. Perhaps the only professional entertainer to currently use this art form, Ray is nothing short of brilliant as he infuses each passage with the vigor and drama of a Shakespearean actor. His latest recitation, a poem by Ena Constance Barrett entitled “Newfoundland ” highlights Ray’s talents and his passion for his homeland.Ray takes his life as a performing artist very seriously, and so he should because his fans love him and endorse his allegiance to tradition.

]]> Ray Johnson http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20180311d1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20180311d1.mp3 14:01 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 11 Mar 2018 17:08:00 +0000 Sean Kyne TD Minister of State for Natural Resources and Digital DevelopmentSean Kyne was first elected to Dáil Éireann in 2011 and represent the constituency of Galway West and Mayo South which includes the City,  Connemara, and areas from Clarinbridge and Oranmore through Claregalway to Annaghdown and Corrandulla.From 2004 – 2011, he was a member of Galway County Council for the Connemara Electoral Area.He lives in Clydagh which is just outside of Moycullen & attended St. Mary’s College in Galway City before attaining a primary degree and Master’s degree in Agricultural Science at NUI, Galway and UCD respectively.For 11 years, worked as an agri-environmental consultant with particular responsibility for the Rural Environmental Protection Scheme.As a TD he has served on the Oireachtas Committee on Jobs, Enterprise and Innovation, as Vice Chair of the Oireachtas Committee on European Union Affairs, and as Chairman of the Fine Gael Committee on Arts, Heritage and the Gaeltacht.

]]> Sean Kyne TD http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20180311a1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20180311a1.mp3 7:52 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 11 Mar 2018 17:08:00 +0000 Machael Barry & John Galway with the background and history of the Toronto Irish Film Festival Awarded Partner Festival status with Toronto International Film Festival in 2016, The Toronto Irish Film Festival (TIRFF) was founded in April 2009 by Michael Barry and John Galway who have over 45 years’ collective experience in the Canadian film and television industry.Now in it’s 8th year, the Toronto Irish Film Festival celebrates the very best of Irish cinema and promotes the work of Irish filmmakers to the Greater Toronto Irish community and the Toronto film festival public. With sold-out screenings from 2010 to 2017, TIRFF has quickly assumed the role of leading promoter of Irish film within Canada.Reaching a potential audience of 250,000 Torontonians of Irish descent, as well as millions of Toronto-based movie lovers, TIRFF provides a unique cultural destination for Toronto and Ontario based ex-patriots, from the very old and the very new, to connect with the culture of home through the magic of cinema.

]]> Machael Barry & John Galway with the background and history of the Toronto Irish Film Festival http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20180304d1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20180304d1.mp3 15:31 info@irishradio.ca (Austin Comerton) Austin Comerton no Sun, 04 Mar 2018 13:30:00 +0000 Cliona Kenny & Alan Hunt Little Gem - Toronto Irish PlayersThis award winning script by Elaine Murphy has played all over the English speaking world since its extraordinary success at the Edinburgh Fringe Festival.Set in modern day Dublin, Little Gem is the story of a year in the life of three women, three generations of one family who meet life's challenges head on. At times it is hilarious, at times poignant. It is at the same time realistic and warm-hearted without ever being sentimental. "It is one of those rare plays that leave you feeling better about life when you leave the theatre than you did when you entered."   The Telegraph Directed by Cliona KennyProduced by Alan Hunt

]]> Cliona Kenny & Alan Hunt http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20180304c1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20180304c1.mp3 13:06 info@irishradio.ca (Austin Comerton) Austin Comerton no Sun, 04 Mar 2018 13:20:00 +0000 Tara McCarthy on Agri Trade Mission to Canada Bord Bia CEO, Tara McCarthy said: “Our recent market prioritisation report identified significant potential in North American markets for Irish meat, dairy, beverages and prepared consumer foods. We are following up on this report now.“This trade mission has provided Bord Bia with an opportunity to deliver a series of high-level targeted trade engagements, in partnership with Irish food and beverage companies.

]]> Tara McCarthy on Agri Trade Mission to Canada http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20180304b1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20180304b1.mp3 8:13 info@irishradio.ca (Austin Comerton) Austin Comerton no Sun, 04 Mar 2018 13:15:00 +0000 Minister Michael Creed on Agri Trade Mission to Canada The Minister for Agriculture, Food and the Marine, Michael Creed led a delegation involving Bord Bia, Enterprise Ireland, and Irish food industry representatives, on a five day trade mission to the US and Canada.Speaking in advance of the mission, Minister Creed stressed the importance of strengthening trading relationships against the background of Brexit; plus, creating opportunities for the Irish agri-food sector to grow in international markets.    The value of Irish agri food exports to North America continues to grow. This mission is an opportunity to strengthen and develop existing relationships in the United States.The minister also intends to build on the recent free trade agreement between the EU and Canada, by raising the profile of Ireland as a source of quality food and beverages and by boosting export values. “Leveraging the very strong presence of the Irish Embassies in Washington and Ottawa, and in collaboration with industry and our State Agencies, we want to highlight the credentials of Ireland’s food and drink sector from a food safety, sustainability and authenticity perspective, in order to develop a unique selling point for Irish product,” he said.The value of Irish food and drink exports to the United States has doubled since 2012, exceeding €1 billion in 2017 for the first time. Exports to Canada totalled at €104 million in 2017.

]]> Minister Michael Creed on Agri Trade Mission to Canada http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20180304a1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20180304a1.mp3 8:07 info@irishradio.ca (Austin Comerton) Austin Comerton no Sun, 04 Mar 2018 13:00:00 +0000 Professor David Dickson Professor David Dickson http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20180225b1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20180225b1.mp3 35:17 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada clean Sun, 04 Mar 2018 05:08:54 +0000 Denis Naughten Denis Naughten http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20180225a1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20180225a1.mp3 27:31 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada clean Sun, 04 Mar 2018 05:08:54 +0000 Dr Aileen Douglas, School of English, TCD Women in the writings of Jonathan Swift'. Dr Aileen Douglas

From the Royal Iriah Academy Lecture series to commemorate the 350th Anniversary of the birth of Jonathan Swift.Aileen Douglas is a Fellow of Trinity College Dublin and Head of the School of English. Her teaching and research interests focus on eighteenth-century writing. Among her publications are several articles on Jonathan Swift and a co-edited collection, Locating Swift: papers from Dublin on the 250th anniversary of the death of Jonathan Swift (Dublin: Four Courts Press). Her most recent book is Work in Hand: Script, Print, and Writing, 1690-1840 (Oxford: Oxford University Press, 2017). In June 2017 she co-organized the Swift350 conference at TCD to mark the 350th anniversary of the birth of Jonathan Swift.

]]> Dr Aileen Douglas, School of English, TCD http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20180218b1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20180218b1.mp3 32:08 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 18 Feb 2018 13:30:00 +0000 Where and when did the Irish Civil War begin? Where and when did the Irish Civil War begin? Most people, with any knowledge of Irish history, would be able to tell you that hostilities commenced with the sacking of the Four Courts in Dublin, towards the end of June 1922. However, most people would be wrong! That is the view of Jack Kiernan, who sets out to investigate the roots of a tragic and bitter conflict, that proceeded apace with the emergence of independent Irish statehood.Growing up in an Irish Midlands town and being taught Irish History at school, Jack Kiernan remembers being told by his teachers that "if anything of importance happened in Mullingar, it would have been recorded."Bullet holes remnants in the walls of prominent local buildings seemed to give lie to these bland assertions, as did the recollections of older neighbours, alluding to "the shooting of unarmed prisoners during the Civil War."What he only discovered, much later, was that events of, not just local but national significance had taken place in the town where he grew up. What’s more, they had been recorded, only to be buried deep within the archives – almost as if they had been deliberately covered up!The evidence that he reveals here, demonstrates that open hostilities between pro- and anti-treaty forces were already in place throughout the country, prior to the events in Dublin. Furthermore, gun battles took place in the town of Mullingar during the month of April 1922, resulting in deaths. Evidence also suggests that British forces, though officially withdrawn, may have fired the first shots that that set Irish against Irish and brother against brother.The events of the Irish Civil War (1922-1923) have cast a long shadow over Irish life. This book sheds important light on a dark chapter in Irish history; a contribution towards the debate that surely must accompany the centenaries of these events, which are now just around the corner.

]]> Where and when did the Irish Civil War begin? http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20180218a1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20180218a1.mp3 31:52 austin@irishradio.ca (Irish Radio Canada) Irish Radio Canada no Sun, 18 Feb 2018 13:00:00 +0000 Professor Andrew Carpenter Professor Andrew Carpenter, MRIA, Emeritus Professor of English, UCD 21 June 2017.

A series of Lunchtime Lectures, "To please and to reform mankind" a life of protest: Jonathan Swift, 1667-1745, commemorating the 350th anniversary of Jonathan Swift's birth.

Sincere thanks to RIA for permission to use this lecture.

]]> Professor Andrew Carpenter http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20180211c1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20180211c1.mp3 37:10 info@irishradio.ca (Austin Comerton) Austin Comerton no Sun, 11 Feb 2018 13:25:00 +0000 Mick Keogh explains the process used at Avoca Mills. Avoca Handweavers, as it was then known, thrived through the 1920s and 30s when it was run by a dynamic trio of sisters, the Wynnes. They turned what had been a small, local business into a thriving, international handweavers. With their wonderful designs and use of vibrant colours, the sisters developed an international business selling rugs and wool fabric throughout Europe and America. They even sold to the couture houses of Paris and to English Royalty. Involved in all aspects of life in Avoca village, the sisters gave a great deal of time to their local community, teaching children the skills of embroidery and soft toy making. In the 1960s, however, the Mill became neglected and fell into disrepair. Handweaving was dying out, and the looms were largely silent. The weavers had to leave their skills and look elsewhere for work.

]]> Mick Keogh explains the process used at Avoca Mills. http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20180211b1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20180211b1.mp3 20:54 info@irishradio.ca (Austin Comerton) Austin Comerton no Sun, 11 Feb 2018 13:12:00 +0000 Anita Briggs tells the history of Avoca Mills in Co Wicklow, Ireland Avoca Handweavers, as it was then known, thrived through the 1920s and 30s when it was run by a dynamic trio of sisters, the Wynnes. They turned what had been a small, local business into a thriving, international handweavers. With their wonderful designs and use of vibrant colours, the sisters developed an international business selling rugs and wool fabric throughout Europe and America. They even sold to the couture houses of Paris and to English Royalty. Involved in all aspects of life in Avoca village, the sisters gave a great deal of time to their local community, teaching children the skills of embroidery and soft toy making. In the 1960s, however, the Mill became neglected and fell into disrepair. Handweaving was dying out, and the looms were largely silent. The weavers had to leave their skills and look elsewhere for work.

]]> Anita Briggs tells the history of Avoca Mills in Co Wicklow, Ireland http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20180211a1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20180211a1.mp3 8:59 info@irishradio.ca (Austin Comerton) Austin Comerton no Sun, 11 Feb 2018 13:00:00 +0000 Susan O'Neill Susan O'Neill (AKA SON)Susan O’Neill is a talented musician, originally from Ennis, now splitting her time between Waterford and Dublin. She performs with Propellor Palms and King Kong Company, but last year, went out on her own to launch her first Solo album “Found myself Lost”.

Susan has been touring with Sharon Shannon recently.

]]> Susan O'Neill http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20180204c1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20180204c1.mp3 19:15 info@irishradio.ca (Austin Comerton) Austin Comerton no Sun, 04 Feb 2018 13:40:00 +0000 Mundy SInger - Songwriter from Birr Co Offaly MundyFollowing Jellylegs, Mundy went on to release the multi platinum record 24 Star Hotel, with hit tracks ‘July’ and ‘Mexico’ becoming firm favourites. Raining Down Arrows, which hit the #1 slot in the Irish Album Charts, came next and was recorded in the musically revered city of Austin, Texas. His first live album Live and Confusion followed, recorded at a storming and sold out Vicar St show. Galway Girl was recorded as an encore and went on to become the best selling single and most downloaded song 2 years in a row in Ireland (2007 / 2008). His 4th studio album, Strawberry Blood, followed in 2009 and saw Mundy touring Ireland, Australia and the UK once more. Shuffle was released in 2011 and was a gorgeous ode to some of Mundy’s most favourite songwriters. It featured his versions of songs by greats like Tom Waits, Lucinda Williams, John Prine, Paul Simon and Gillian Welch, to name a few.Since then, Mundy has been busy. He’s been touring the US, performing at The Royal Albert Hall – not to mention the small matter of performing for Barack Obama both on his Irish visit, and at his home in The White House.Mundy met Youth again a couple of years back and they decided to collaborate together for the first time since ‘95, winding up in Youth’s studio in Spain where they got to work. Youth’s is one of the most experienced and talented UK producers, having worked with the likes of The Verve, Pink Floyd, Culture Club, Reverend & The Makers, Echo & The Bunnymen and Paul McCartney. The line-up for the recording included Mundy on guitar and vocals, Youth on bass, Eddie Banda on drums and Michael Rendall on keys, with some extra guitar lines from Simon Tong (The Verve, Gorillaz, Damon Albarn) and Michael Wadada (Suns Of Arqa) on sitar

]]> Mundy SInger - Songwriter from Birr Co Offaly http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20180204b1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20180204b1.mp3 12:15 info@irishradio.ca (Austin Comerton) Austin Comerton no Sun, 04 Feb 2018 13:20:00 +0000 Charlie Landsborough, singer - songwriter talks about his career Charlie LandsboroughI was always surrounded by music and my dad told me I used to sing myself to sleep when I was about three. He was a ballad singer billed locally as the Silver Voiced Tenor and one of my earliest recollections is of sitting on his knee at a 'do' and duetting with him on You Take The Tables And I'll Take The Chairs . My mother's favourites were Gracie Fields and Hank Williams - now there's a combination. My brothers of course were returning from their voyages with the first guitars I'd ever seen and wonderful country music from such artists as Hank Williams, Jimmy Rodgers, Ferlin Husky and Montana Slim. They'd often arrive home with a group of friends and a crate of beer and I'd sit enthralled as they laughed and sang the hours away.Once I was married I became a little more responsible and although I played with the local bands I worked a variety of jobs during the day. At various times I was a grocery store manager, driver, navvy, quality control engineer (bluffed my way in) and finally a teacher. All the time my dreams were of music. During my teaching years I began to write to try and fulfil my ambition of being a professional singer and to bring about the musical recognition I sought. Ironically I began to make a name as a writer and my singing was overlooked. However through my songs I began to meet people who have since become great friends to me. People like George Hamilton IV, Daniel O'Donnell and of course Foster and Allen. Tony Allen it was who first invited me to Ireland and I've been going there ever since.

]]> Charlie Landsborough, singer - songwriter talks about his career http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20180204a1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20180204a1.mp3 10:36 info@irishradio.ca (Austin Comerton) Austin Comerton no Sun, 04 Feb 2018 13:00:00 +0000 Jim Kelly reviews 2017 and the pland for 2018 Irish Ambassador to Canada, Jim Kelly, looks back at 2017 and forward to 2018

]]> Jim Kelly reviews 2017 and the pland for 2018 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=201801281.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=201801281.mp3 51:45 info@irishradio.ca (Austin Comerton) Austin Comerton no Sun, 28 Jan 2018 13:00:00 +0000 Maureen O'Sullivan reminisces about growing up In 2015 I had the opportunity to record reminisces by my mother, who was born in 1921. After nearly one hour she indicated she was feeling tired and we only had time to cover about 50 years of her life. Unfortunately, I never got the opportunity to take up where we left of, before she passed away on 19th Jan 2018. This podcast is a tribute to her.

   Maureen Comerton (nee O'Sullivan) : Peacefully, in her 97th year. Predeceased by her beloved husband Austin, late brothers John L. and Michael and sister Bernie. Sadly missed by her loving family Michael, Louis, Ursula, Mary, Aileen and Austin, brothers Jimmy and Joe, sister Norma, in-laws, nephews, nieces, grandchildren and great-grandchildren, relatives & friends.]]> Maureen O'Sullivan reminisces about growing up http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=201801211.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=201801211.mp3 55:20 info@irishradio.ca (Austin Comerton) Austin Comerton no Sun, 21 Jan 2018 14:57:03 +0000 Jennifer Byrne talks about the festival Dr Jennifer Byrne, 2017 Rose of Tralee.Over 500 women will enter Rose of Tralee qualifying selections in Ireland while hundreds more will hope to represent Irish communities in the USA, Canada, Australia, Middle East, Europe, Hong Kong and New Zealand at the 2018 Rose of Tralee International Festival.This year’s Rose of Tralee International Festival will take place from Friday 17th to Tuesday 21st August in Tralee.

]]> Jennifer Byrne talks about the festival http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20180114b1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20180114b1.mp3 6:44 info@irishradio.ca (Austin Comerton) Austin Comerton no Sun, 14 Jan 2018 13:35:00 +0000 Tony Hiney talks about thr history of the RNLI in Ireland Royal National Lifeboat InstitutionTony Hiney provides a narrative of the RNLI service in Galway.On 28 February 1823, Sir William Hillary made an impassioned appeal to the nation, calling for a service dedicated to saving lives at sea. That service was to become the RNLI. And since it's foundation in 1824, the brave lifeboat crews and lifeguards have saved over 140,000 lives.RNLI volunteer lifeboat crews provide a 24-hour rescue service in the UK and Ireland, and seasonal lifeguards look after people on busy beaches. The Flood Rescue Team helps those affected by flooding.RNLI crews and lifeguards have saved over 142,200 lives since 1824 but it's more than a rescue service. RNLI influences, supervises and educates people too. The Community Safety teams explain the risks and share safety knowledge with anyone going out to sea or to the coast. And the international teams work with like-minded organisations to help tackle drowning in communities at risk all around the world.

]]> Tony Hiney talks about thr history of the RNLI in Ireland http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20180114a1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20180114a1.mp3 28:35 info@irishradio.ca (Austin Comerton) Austin Comerton no Sun, 14 Jan 2018 13:00:00 +0000 Emma Langford is a singer-songwriter from Limerick. Her vocal style blends Irish lilt with folk and jazz,& her guitar work delicately complements an intuitive sense of melody. Emma Langford is a singer-songwriter from Limerick. Her vocal style blends Irish lilt with folk and jazz, and her guitar work delicately complements an intuitive sense of melody; Langford has woven a sound which Phil Coulter describes as “a breath of fresh air”.The artist’s wry and insightful penmanship combined with a cheerful stage-demeanour prove to create an engaging live presence. She has shared a stage with internationally recognised artists such as Ron Sexsmith, Eddi Reader, Declan O’Rourke, Roisín O and Hermitage Green, to name but a few.In 2016 Emma successfully crowd-funded and launched her debut EP which was toured at sold-out dates across the country. The EP received airtime on 2fm, RTÉ Radio1, LyricFM, and Newstalk.She recently completed her first solo Irish tour in September, ahead of a month-long tour of Germany and Switzerland with the Irish Folk Festival this winter. Her debut album “Quiet Giant” described by Today Fm’s Ed Smith as “absolutely stunning” is due for official release on the 18th October.Langford was named “Best Solo Female Artist” for 2017 by Pure M Magazine, and was listed as Hot Press Magazine’s one-to-watch in the summer of 2016.

]]> Emma Langford is a singer-songwriter from Limerick. Her vocal style blends Irish lilt with folk and jazz,& her guitar work delicately complements an intuitive sense of melody. http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20180107b1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20180107b1.mp3 15:01 info@irishradio.ca (Austin Comerton) Austin Comerton no Sun, 07 Jan 2018 13:30:00 +0000 The Imperial Irish Canada’s Irish Catholics Fight the Great War, 1914-1918 By Mark G. McGowan A social and religious history of ethnic conflict and nationalism during the Great War.Between 1914 and 1918, many Irish Catholics in Canada found themselves in a vulnerable position. Not only was the Great War slaughtering millions, but tension and violence was mounting in Ireland over the question of independence from Britain and Home Rule. For Canada’s Irish Catholics, thwarting Prussian militarism was a way to prove that small nations, like Ireland, could be free from larger occupying countries. Yet, even as tens of thousands of Irish Catholic men and women rallied to the call to arms and supported government efforts to win the war, many Canadians still doubted their loyalty to the Empire.Retracing the struggles of Irish Catholics as they fought Canada’s enemies in Europe while defending themselves against charges of disloyalty at home, The Imperial Irish explores the development and fraying of interfaith and intercultural relationships between Irish Catholics, French Canadian Catholics, and non-Catholics throughout the course of the Great War. Mark McGowan contrasts Irish Canadian Catholics' beliefs with the neutrality of Pope Benedict XV, the supposed pro-Austrian sympathies of many immigrants from central Europe, Irish republicans inciting rebellion in Ireland, and the perceived indifference to the war by French Canadian Catholics, and argues that, for the most part, Irish Catholics in Canada demonstrated strong support for the imperial war effort by recruiting in large numbers. He further investigates their religious lives within the Canadian Expeditionary Force, the spiritual resources available to them, and church and lay leaders’ negotiation of the sensitive political developments in Ireland that coincided with the war effort.Grounded in research from dozens of archives as well as census data and personnel records, The Imperial Irish explores stirring conflicts that threatened to irreparably divide Canada along religious and linguistic lines.

]]> The Imperial Irish Canada’s Irish Catholics Fight the Great War, 1914-1918 By Mark G. McGowan http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20180107a1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20180107a1.mp3 22:39 info@irishradio.ca (Austin Comerton) Austin Comerton no Sun, 07 Jan 2018 13:00:00 +0000 Irish Music And Culture In America: From The Appalachian Mountains To New York City  

 

In conversation with Philip King

]]> Irish Music And Culture In America: From The Appalachian Mountains To New York City http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=201712311.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=201712311.mp3 1:00:11 info@irishradio.ca (Austin Comerton) Austin Comerton no Sun, 07 Jan 2018 01:00:00 +0000 A Selection of Irish Christmas Stories A miscellany from the works of John B Keane, PAtrick Kavanagh, John D Sheridan and others.

]]> A Selection of Irish Christmas Stories http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=201712241.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=201712241.mp3 1:01:14 info@irishradio.ca (Austin Comerton) Austin Comerton no Sun, 07 Jan 2018 00:30:00 +0000 Damien Fannon talks about his short film and previous productions. A Bittersweet Taste - Damien FannonA Bittersweet Taste tells the story of an Ice-cream man, Adam Greely, and his struggle to move on after the loss of his wife.Created in 2004 as a grass roots independent filmmakers’ festival in Ottawa, DIGI60 provides opportunities for new or emerging filmmakers by offering a platform to showcase their work. The Festival has expanded over the years to include documentaries, community collaborations with post-secondary schools, and skills/business workshops through independent film and video partnerships. DIGI60 values artistic achievement and excellence, and provides the foundation for creating and sustaining a vibrant and supportive filmmaking community.Four days of networking, screenings and professional development, the Digi60 Filmmakers' Festival is excited to present a jam packed schedule celebrating emerging filmmakers, their films and members of the independent filmmaking industry. In 2016 Best Film was awarded to Damien Fannon for HOMESICK, about a man who struggles with being away from home – problematic with his sister’s wedding looming in the future. HOMESICK actors Eoghan Flynn and Nicole McIvor also won for Best Ensemble Cast.

]]> Damien Fannon talks about his short film and previous productions. http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20171217c1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20171217c1.mp3 10:37 info@irishradio.ca (Austin Comerton) Austin Comerton no Sun, 17 Dec 2017 13:45:00 +0000 Nora Twomey Director talks about the film Based on Deborah Ellis’ award-winning novel, director Nora Twomey’s The Breadwinner tells the extraordinary story of an 11-year-old Afghan girl who finds strength in the love of her family and the power of storytelling.Director Nora Twomey's The Breadwinner, based on Deborah Ellis' award-winning novel, breathes life into the extraordinary story of 11-year-old Afghan girl Parvana, born into an ever-changing world of conflict and oppression, who finds strength in the love of her family and the power of storytelling.In Taliban-controlled Kabul, women and girls are not permitted to leave the house unescorted, to earn money, or to shop for food and supplies in the market. When Parvana's father, a teacher, is unfairly imprisoned, she must disguise herself as a boy to become her family's sole breadwinner. Showing courage and perseverance, Parvana does anything she can to support her family, while trying desperately to help free her father.Executive produced by Angelina Jolie — whose humanitarian work over recent decades has brought her into contact with many young girls like Parvana — The Breadwinner is fundamentally about family, friendship, and imagination. With a team of over 200 artists, animators, and actors from around the world, Twomey has created an innovative mix of 2-D animation with acrylic and digitally painted environments, as well as digital paper cut–out segments, all woven into an unforgettable story. In tune with Twomey's commitment to ensuring authenticity on screen, the inspiring score by Jeff Danna and Mychael Danna features traditional musicians and young voices partly recorded in Kabul.

]]> Nora Twomey Director talks about the film http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20171217b1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20171217b1.mp3 20:17 info@irishradio.ca (Austin Comerton) Austin Comerton no Sun, 17 Dec 2017 13:20:00 +0000 Minister of State Ciaran Cannon provided the opening adress for the Migrant Nation segment and spoke of the long history and influence that the Irish diaspora continues to have globally. Kerry Ireland’s Edge 2017- Migration Nation brought together high-level influencers and thinkers from a range of sectors including members of the diaspora community, FDI companies, artists, academics, commentators and policy makers.The two day conference provided a platform for debate, discussion and ideas, exploring the role of the Irish diaspora, what it means to be Irish abroad, and how we might harness this immense resource, a collective knowledge and experience that is widely dispersed throughout the world. Minister of State Ciaran Cannon provided the opening adress for the Migrant Nation segment and spoke of the long history and influence that the Irish diaspora continues to have globally.

]]> Minister of State Ciaran Cannon provided the opening adress for the Migrant Nation segment and spoke of the long history and influence that the Irish diaspora continues to have globally. http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20171217a1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20171217a1.mp3 19:54 info@irishradio.ca (Austin Comerton) Austin Comerton no Sun, 17 Dec 2017 13:00:00 +0000 Christopher Kissane, Zainab Boladale, Taqwa Alhariry, Marcin Piotrowski discuss their experiences as immigrants that have settled in Ireland Moderator: Dr. Christopher KissaneHistorian journalist and writer on migration. A former lecturer in EconomicHistory at London School of Economics & Political Science. BBC/AHRC New Generation Thinker.'In': ImmigrationZainab BoladaleZainab Boladale from Ennis, Co. Clare has become the newest presenter on news2day, RTÉ’s news service for a young audience, and the first RTÉ news anchor of Afro-Irish heritage.

 

Taqwa Alhariry journalist Taqwa’s family came from Syria to Ireland in search of sanctuary and a normal lifeMarcin PiotrowksiMarcin Piotrowski — sociologist, socio-cultural animator, and journalist behind the New faces of Ireland show at Radio Corca Baiscinn. Co-founder of Folkowisko Association (Poland) and Polish Irish Association (Ireland).

]]> Christopher Kissane, Zainab Boladale, Taqwa Alhariry, Marcin Piotrowski discuss their experiences as immigrants that have settled in Ireland http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20171210b1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20171210b1.mp3 34:56 info@irishradio.ca (Austin Comerton) Austin Comerton no Sun, 10 Dec 2017 13:30:00 +0000 Christopher Kissane, Angie Gough, Elizabeth Reapy, Maurice O’Brien discuss the Irsh experience as emigrantsgoing abroad. Ireland A Migration Nation

Moderator: Dr. Christopher KissaneHistorian journalist and writer on migration. A former lecturer in EconomicHistory at London School of Economics & Political Science. BBC/AHRC New Generation Thinker.

'Out': Emigration

Angie GoughFounder of arts advocacy initiative #KickUpTheArts and #Artskickers Awards, which rewards individuals and organisations in East London who excel in impacting the lives of people through the arts.

Elizabeth ReapyWriter and winner of Newcomer of the Year at the 2016 Irish Book Awards and The Rooney Prize for Irish Fiction in 2017, for debut novel Red Dirt.

Maurice O'BrienMaurice O’Brien is a documentary filmmaker who has made dozens of arts, current affairs and history films for the BBC. His recent film ‘Pitching Up’ about Ballyhaunis, the most multicultural town in Ireland, is in the top three most viewed Guardian Documentaries.

]]> Christopher Kissane, Angie Gough, Elizabeth Reapy, Maurice O’Brien discuss the Irsh experience as emigrantsgoing abroad. http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20171210a1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20171210a1.mp3 30:50 info@irishradio.ca (Austin Comerton) Austin Comerton no Sun, 10 Dec 2017 13:00:00 +0000 Philip King: The third edition of the conference took place on the 1st and 2nd of December in Dingle, Co Kerry. The third edition of the conference took place on the 1st and 2nd of December in Dingle, Co Kerry.Minister For Culture, Heritage and the Gaeltacht, Heather Humphreys T.D launched Ireland's Edge 2017, joined by Other Voices founder Philip King and Eamonn Sinnott, Vice President and General Manager of Intel, lead sponsors of the conference.Minister Humpreys said "Irish artists, designers, thinkers and engineers have always been close to the edge of where new things happen, so it is fitting that the conference will focus on our country’s powerful tradition of invention and innovation in the context of a changing world. As Minister for Culture, I am delighted to be in a position to support eir Other Voices. The festival encapsulates the spirit of Pillar 5 of my Department’s Creative Ireland programme, which focuses on unifying Ireland’s global reputation.”Ireland’s Edge brings together high-level influencers and thinkers from a range of sectors including members of the diaspora community, FDI companies, artists, academics, commentators and policy makers. The environment is intellectually and culturally stimulating, provocative and centred on ideas that can help Ireland do better.Speakers at Ireland’s Edge included Dr. Genevieve Bell, Anthropologist, technologist and futurist. Professor and Director of the 3A Institute at the Australian National University and Senior Fellow at Intel; John Gerrard, internationally acclaimed Irish artist; Emer Reynolds, Emmy nominated, multi-award winning documentary director and feature film editor; Emmet Connolly, Director of Product Design at Intercom; Dr. Nora Ní Loideain, Lecturer in Law and Director of the Information Law and Policy Centre at the Institute for Advanced Legal Studies; Frances Coppola, Forbes contributor and author of finance & economics blog, the Coppola Comment; Dr. Christopher Kissane, Historian, journalist and writer on migration, and a former lecturer in Economic History at London School of Economics & Political Science; Ciaran Cannon, T.D. Minister of State at the Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade with special responsibility for the Diaspora and International Development; Martin Shanahan, CEO IDA Ireland. Mick Moloney, author of Far From the Shamrock Shore: The Story of Irish American History Through Song, and teacher on NYU’s Irish Studies programme; Domhnaill Hernon, Head of Innovation Incubation and Site Lead for Research Impact at Nokia Bell Labs.

]]> Philip King: The third edition of the conference took place on the 1st and 2nd of December in Dingle, Co Kerry. http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20171203c1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20171203c1.mp3 20:23 info@irishradio.ca (Austin Comerton) Austin Comerton no Sun, 03 Dec 2017 15:19:00 +0000 Four years in the making, Ailie Blunnie’s début album, West to the Evening Sun, takes an emotionally vibrant journey through soundscapes of hope and loss, urban and celtic, myth and magic. Ailie Blunnie is a musician and songwriter from Leitrim in the north west of Ireland. Her songs have a stillness and beauty that carry echoes of the landscapes of her childhood, and a vibrancy and vigour that lend freshness to the modern folk genre in which she works. Four years in the making, Ailie Blunnie’s début album, West to the Evening Sun, takes an emotionally vibrant journey through soundscapes of hope and loss, urban and celtic, myth and magic.From Leitrim, Ailie grew up steeped in the stillness and beauty of the north-west. Her college studies took her east – first music, and later, psychology and psychotherapy – and, now based in Dublin, she uses elements from her experiences, rural to city, arts to science, to craft a sound-world that is expansive yet hauntingly intimate.Her début EP, On love.. and other murder mysteries (2013), was her first foray into the forests of independent musicianship. From it, the third track, ‘How much do you love me?‘, won the UK International Songwriting Competition (2014: Love Songs). And her next single, ‘I Will Count my Blessings’ – a commitment to honouring core values (‘I will count my blessings/I will speak my heart and my mind/I will not be more or less than I am for you‘), was included on the 2015 release, ‘Don’t be afraid of the light that shines within you’ – a CD produced by Samaritans Ireland.With vocal hints of Sinéad Lohan, Michael Stipe, and Agnes Obel, a nod towards Ger Wolfe’s tender storytelling, a dusting of Steve Reich, and the dueling distant thump of early-90s grunge and late-90s electro, the Leitrim singer-songwriter’s début album, produced by Daragh Dukes, is available from 10th November 2017.https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eWM8yR_OelU@AilieBlunnie

]]> Four years in the making, Ailie Blunnie’s début album, West to the Evening Sun, takes an emotionally vibrant journey through soundscapes of hope and loss, urban and celtic, myth and magic. http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20171203b1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20171203b1.mp3 9:57 info@irishradio.ca (Austin Comerton) Austin Comerton no Sun, 03 Dec 2017 15:18:00 +0000 Ronan McGreevy is an Irish times journalist and videographer. The commemorations in 2016 brought some pride back to the country following the collapse of the Celtic Tiger and the subsequent loss of economic sovereignty. In the summer of 2016 the Minister for Culture, Heritage and the Gaeltacht Heather Humphreys sanctioned a commemorative book to mark the year. I had the honor to be appointed editor. The Royal Irish Academy came on board as a partner – a wise choice given its track record of producing not just books of substance, but beautiful publications.Many feared the Easter Rising centenary commemorations last year would be divisive and lead to rancor and discord.  Instead, they became a grassroots success. The Government proposed, but the people disposed. The commemorations were one of the biggest acts of mass participation entered into by the Irish people at home and abroad.Some 3,500 events alone were organized in Ireland with at least another 1,000 abroad. They ranged from the big set piece Irish state events of Easter weekend in Dublin to local communities reclaiming the historical legacy for themselves.Ireland 100 was the biggest event of the global diaspora program with 500 artists and 30 productions, many of whom were sold out. It features as a chapter in the book.A feature of the book is 50 individual testimonies from those who played a part in the commemorations. Most are relatives for whom the commemoration year was a matter of deep personal pride. Williams Rossa Cole from New York recalled how the looming centenary inspired him to make a documentary about his great-grandfather Jeremiah O’Donovan Rossa.The commemorations in 2016 brought some pride back to the country following the collapse of the Celtic Tiger and the subsequent loss of economic sovereignty.@RMcGreevy1301https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ytdv-MmkDh4Ronan McGreevy is an Irish times journalist and videographer. He is the author of Wherever the Firing Line Extends: Ireland and the Western Front. He is the editor of Was it for This: Reflections on the Easter Rising, an anthology of commentary on the Easter Rising from the pages of The Irish Times. It was published by The Irish Times and Ireland 2016. He is the editor of Centenary, the forthcoming official State book on the Easter Rising commemorations. He is the editor of two eBooks based on The Irish Times archives: ‘Twas Better to Die: The Irish Times and Gallipoli 1915-2015 and The Mad Guns: Reflections on the Battle of the Somme 1916-2016.

]]> Ronan McGreevy is an Irish times journalist and videographer. The commemorations in 2016 brought some pride back to the country following the collapse of the Celtic Tiger and the subsequent loss of economic sovereignty. http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20171203a1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20171203a1.mp3 24:51 info@irishradio.ca (Austin Comerton) Austin Comerton no Sun, 03 Dec 2017 15:17:00 +0000 Jack Chambers Fianna Fáil TD for Dublin West Jack Chambers is a 27yr old member of the Irish Parliament (Dail) He was born in Galway to Mayo parents and at the age of two moved to Dublin West where he grew up and went to school.At an early age, he took a keen interest in economic and public affairs. He holds an honours degree in Law and Political Science from Trinity College and has studied medicine at RCSI. At the 2014 local elections, he was elected at the head of the poll in Fingal County Council. He has also served as the Deputy Mayor.He was appointed as Junior Healthcare Spokesperson with a focus on Community and the National Drugs Strategy. Also he sits on the Dail Justice Committee. He has an active input in scrutinising legislation and providing amendments. This is an important part of parliamentary oversight.

]]> Jack Chambers Fianna Fáil TD for Dublin West http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20171126b1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20171126b1.mp3 26:22 info@irishradio.ca (Austin Comerton) Austin Comerton no Sun, 26 Nov 2017 13:30:00 +0000 Tom Neville Fine Gael TD for Limerick County Fine Gael TD for Limerick County, Tom Neville:

Tom Neville was co-opted to Limerick County Council in 2003 replacing his father former TD Dan Neville. He was county poll topper on his first attempt in the 2004 local election with 25% of the first preference vote. Opting not to stand in the 2009 local election Tom emigrated to Australia for 4 years due to the lack of work in his field due to the economic collapse. Returning he was again elected on the first count in the 2014 local elections and subsequently elected to Dail Eireann for Limerick County on his first attempt in 2016.  He was elected by the Fine Gael Parliamentary Party as one of their representatives on the Fine Gael Executive Council.  Tom is appointed to the Jobs, Enterprise and Innovation committee along with the cross party committee on Mental Health.Tom brings broad career experiences gained before his election to Dail Eireann in 2016. Starting out as a secondary school teacher he has worked in IT Sales, Recruitment in  IT/Technical Engineering/Digital Marketing/Accounting and Media. His career has seen him work in Ireland, UK and Australia where he gained knowledge and experience of Asian economies.Tom is a keen actor having trained professionally in Sydney, is a former techno dj and an avid Liverpool fan. He is a member of Shoutrade Soccer Club, Rathkeale Boxing Club, Cappagh GAA club and is a director of Kilfinny Community Childcare.

]]> Tom Neville Fine Gael TD for Limerick County http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20171126a1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20171126a1.mp3 20:00 info@irishradio.ca (Austin Comerton) Austin Comerton no Sun, 26 Nov 2017 13:00:00 +0000 Bernard O'Hara Exploring Mayo by Bernard O'Hara, provides a wonderful appreciation of the county’s rich heritage and a guide to the attractions of its various regions.  This lecture, illustrated with stunning images, will include archaeological, historical, architectural and religious treasures from prehistoric times to the present.  Bernard O’Hara is a former lecturer, Head of School, and Registrar at Galway-Mayo Institute of Technology. His previous publications include some relating to the history and heritage of County Mayo, such as Mayo: Aspects of its Heritage (ed.), The Archaeological Heritage of Killasser, Co. Mayo, Davitt, and Killasser: Heritage of a Mayo Parish.  Other publications include books on entrepreneurship, education and industrial relations. He is a former President and long term committee member of the Galway Archaeological and Historical Society.

]]> Bernard O'Hara http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20171119c1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20171119c1.mp3 12:31 info@irishradio.ca (Austin Comerton) Austin Comerton no Sun, 19 Nov 2017 13:45:00 +0000 Defence Minister Paul Kehoe Canada hosted the 2017 UN Peacekeeping Defence Ministerial on November 14-15 in Vancouver, British-Columbia. The conference was the largest gathering of Defence ministers dedicated to UN Peacekeeping with more than 550 delegates from some 79 countries and five international organizations and was attended by Under-Secretaries-General for Peacekeeping Operations and Field Support, Jean-Pierre Lacroix and Atul Khare.The goals the conference's goals were:    To measure the progress made since the 2016 UN Peacekeeping Defence Ministerial;    To encourage new pledges from Member States, particularly in areas where the UN faces gaps, such as rapid deployment, helicopters and francophone units;    To advance peacekeeping reform through the efforts of Member States and the UN to improve the UN’s capacity to better plan and perform peacekeeping operations;    To foster pragmatic and innovative solutions to make peacekeeping operations more effective, by building on the “3Ps” (pledges, planning, performance) with a new focus on partnerships.48 delegations made new peacekeeping pledges and 54 countries endorsed the Vancouver Principles on the prevention of the recruitment and use of child soldiers in peacekeeping operations.Many Member States came forward with “smart” pledges, including some in partnership with other countries and the UN to deliver key capabilities to fill gaps in peacekeeping operations, such as: Engineering units, Fixed and rotary wing aviation assets, Quick Reaction Forces, Rapidly Deployable Battalions, and Medical capabilitiesCommitments also included innovative pledges for better and more sustainable training and capacity-building. These training efforts will help to ensure that peacekeepers can succeed in the difficult contexts into which they are deployed. Member States also pledged to increase the deployment of female troops and police officers.

 

 

]]> Defence Minister Paul Kehoe http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20171119b1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20171119b1.mp3 13:55 info@irishradio.ca (Austin Comerton) Austin Comerton no Sun, 19 Nov 2017 13:30:00 +0000 Maurice Fitzpatrick talks about his documentary In The Name of Peace - John Hume in America which is the Irish entry in the EUFF in Ottawa Irish politician and civil rights leader John Hume saw that by harnessing the political influence of the Irish American diaspora, it was possible to achieve peace in Northern Ireland. Narrated by Liam Neeson, In The Name Of Peace is a compelling feature documentary about ending “the Troubles”, with dramatic footage from the conflict and stirring accounts by Bill Clinton, Jimmy Carter, Tony Blair, Bono, and many others. A stirring tale of how one man with courage and charisma who found inspiration in Martin Luther King Jr. mobilized Irish Americans and America to bring an end to years of bloody violence. It is also serves as a useful reminder of the redemptive powers of politics to overcome hatred and division. John Hume, Ireland's greatest peace-maker, is widely recognised as the architect of the Northern Ireland peace process. In John Hume in America, Maurice Fitzpatrick explores how Hume created this framework for peace through the cultivation of an unprecedented and bountiful relationship with the White House and the US Congress. John Hume's political vision and innate sense of diplomacy persuaded key players in US politics to merge their concerns with his own. Ted Kennedy, Tip O'Neill, Daniel Patrick Moynihan and Hugh Carey - together known as the 'Four Horsemen' - were won over to his cause, lending the campaign for equality in Northern Ireland worldwide credibility and putting considerable pressure on the British and Irish governments to strive for peace. Through his work with the 'Four Horsemen', Hume engaged every America president from Jimmy Carter to Bill Clinton. John Hume in America, a towering achievement, supported by the Hume family, explores the intricate negotiations that made this possible and highlights Hume's paramount role in leveraging Irish-America. Maurice Fitzpatrick's seminal work is the missing piece in the jigsaw of Hume's political life, tracing his philosophy of non-violence during the Civil Rights Movement through to his indispensable work with friends in the US towards the creation of a new political framework in Northern Ireland

Official Movie Trailer

 

 

]]> Maurice Fitzpatrick talks about his documentary In The Name of Peace - John Hume in America which is the Irish entry in the EUFF in Ottawa http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20171119a1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20171119a1.mp3 24:39 info@irishradio.ca (Austin Comerton) Austin Comerton no Sun, 19 Nov 2017 13:00:00 +0000 Gerry O'Connor discusses how this play follows on from the Trial of P. H. Pearse in the Court of History which entertained and engaged audiences on both sides of the Atlantic as it examined the use of the gun in Irish politics. The Trial of The Orange Order in the Court of History The Trial of The Orange Order in the Court of History is an historical and political fantasy, a drama that seeks to, as objectively as possible, examine the role of the Orange Order in the formation of modern Ireland and, to a lesser extent, Canada. The charge is treason; defined as the crime of betraying one’s country. The audience is the jury.The premise is that Lord Craigavon, James Craig (1871 – 1940), is called from the grave to answer, in the Court of History, the charge that the Orange Order committed treason against Britain and Ireland. The prosecutor is John Mitchel (1815 – 1875), an unrepentant physical force republican from both Young Ireland and the Fenians. Lord Edward Carson (1854 – 1935) who led the unionist opposition to Irish Home Rule defends the Orange Order against the charge of treason.  Both Lawyers have returned from the grave for the occasion.Thomas D’Arcy McGee (1825 – 1868), a former Irish rebel who became a founding father of the Canadian Confederation is called as a witness, for the defence. Other colourful characters, from the past, also take the stand.All of the ghosts are aware of what has happened in both Ireland and Canada since they entered the grave.This play follows on from the Trial of P. H. Pearse in the Court of History which entertained and engaged audiences on both sides of the Atlantic as it examined the use of the gun in Irish politics.

 

 

 

]]> Gerry O'Connor discusses how this play follows on from the Trial of P. H. Pearse in the Court of History which entertained and engaged audiences on both sides of the Atlantic as it examined the use of the gun in Irish politics. http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20171112b1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20171112b1.mp3 9:27 info@irishradio.ca (Austin Comerton) Austin Comerton no Sun, 12 Nov 2017 13:45:00 +0000 Sile Concannon explores how even with the past 20 years, women are still expected to act in particular ways. Even with the past 20 years, women are still expected to act in particular ways. ICUF scholar Síle Concannon explores how in her lecture with the Chair of Celtic Studies at the University of Ottawa.

]]> Sile Concannon explores how even with the past 20 years, women are still expected to act in particular ways. http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20171112a1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20171112a1.mp3 45:28 info@irishradio.ca (Austin Comerton) Austin Comerton no Sun, 12 Nov 2017 13:00:00 +0000 Dara Smith-MacDonald Talks about her music Dara Smith-MacDonaldCape Breton bustles with activity in the summer. The weather is perfect for hiking, golfing or visits to the beach. Visitors flock to its natural and cultural treasures. There's music to be found in every nook and cranny, from Meat Cove to Martinique, from Main-a-Dieu to Mabou.The winter, though? That's a different story. Most visitors have long since returned home, the music scene slows down, and the residents brace for a long, cold, snowy season. It's beautiful in its own way, but far removed from the warmer weather; the lush, green leaves of summer; and the community halls, concert venues and pubs filled with music 'til the wee hours of the morning.

]]> Dara Smith-MacDonald Talks about her music http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20171105b1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20171105b1.mp3 14:39 info@irishradio.ca (Austin Comerton) Austin Comerton no Sun, 05 Nov 2017 16:56:14 +0000 Adam Young about his music and The Lake Sessions It was during this downtime that The Lake Sessions album was born. One cold weekend in February, Dara Smith-MacDonald made her way to Adam Young's lakeside home in the tiny community of French Road, on the island's east side. They were joined by Brent Chaisson, a talented guitarist and a wizard of a recording engineer from Prince Edward Island. Together, they recorded a couple of tracks which appear on this album. A return trip over a weekend in April would capture the remaining eight tracks, all recorded live "off the floor" in the old style, with the instrumentalists seated in the same room and in close proximity to each other.What you hear on this album is exactly what was played during those sessions: it isn't perfect, but it's honest. In an age where most recordings are edited to remove all imperfections, this album embraces them. It's refreshing and authentic, and it allows the listener to feel as though they are in that same house in the woods by the lake, experiencing the music—and the moment—together.

]]> Adam Young about his music and The Lake Sessions http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20171105c1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20171105c1.mp3 12:51 info@irishradio.ca (Austin Comerton) Austin Comerton no Sun, 05 Nov 2017 13:45:00 +0000 Riona Moore: From as young as eleven, Riona began songwriting. Feeling as though it was something innate she had to persue, it has taken her two decades to bring her music to life. Riona Moore's JourneyFrom as young as eleven, Riona began songwriting. Feeling as though it was something innate she had to persue, it has taken her two decades to bring her music to life. Riona took a break from writing music to become an NUIG Alumni in order to obtain a bachelors Degree in Irish and English at NUIG. Four years later, returned to the music scene fiercer and more committed than ever after she had moved to Valencia, Spain. Working by day and writing by night, Riona put all of her efforts into producing and financing her first album. Riona's songs have been described as truthful, gentle, soulful, with elements of rhythm and blues, along with hints of pop and ballads. They compose a journey of life lessons from her teenage years to adulthood. Not only this, there are more songs yet to come! A dance song is in the mix! Riona is currently working on finishing her album that has already received aclaim around Ireland, The UK, Scotland,The USA and Australia.

]]> Riona Moore: From as young as eleven, Riona began songwriting. Feeling as though it was something innate she had to persue, it has taken her two decades to bring her music to life. http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20171105a1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20171105a1.mp3 26:56 info@irishradio.ca (Austin Comerton) Austin Comerton no Sun, 05 Nov 2017 13:00:00 +0000 Fintan O’Toole explores why the physical, tangible actual objects beats a digital version anytime in this lecture which explores ‘A hundred objects – a hundred stories’. Fintan O’Toole explores why the physical, tangible actual objects beats a digital version anytime in this lecture which explores ‘A hundred objects – a hundred stories’.

With permission from The Royal Irish Academy

]]> Fintan O’Toole explores why the physical, tangible actual objects beats a digital version anytime in this lecture which explores ‘A hundred objects – a hundred stories’. http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=201710291.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=201710291.mp3 1:00:00 info@irishradio.ca (Austin Comerton) Austin Comerton no Sun, 29 Oct 2017 12:00:00 +0000 Robert Kearns is President and Founder of Kearns Insurance Corporation and Kearns Investment Corporation. Originally from Dublin, he graduated with a Bachelor of Arts Degree in Archaeology and Greek and Roman Civilizations from University College Dublin, Robert Kearns is President and Founder of Kearns Insurance Corporation and Kearns Investment Corporation. Originally from Dublin, he graduated with a Bachelor of Arts Degree in Archaeology and Greek and Roman Civilizations from University College Dublin, before immigrating to Canada in 1979.Since his arrival in Canada, he has been continuously involved in Irish-Canadian business and cultural relations, making significant contributions to a number of Irish-Canadian organizations. These include his position as a member of the Board of the Ireland Fund of Canada from 1980-2004. He was Chairman of the Ireland Fund from 1989-1992, and a Director of the America Ireland Fund. He is a Founding Director of the Ireland Canada Chamber of Commerce and remains a member of the Chamber to this day. In 1997, he began work to establish Ireland Park Foundation as a volunteer board, which was formally incorporated in May of 2000. He has served as Chairman of the Board of Ireland Park Foundation since then.Between 1998 and 2008, Robert has served as Chairman of the Campaign for Celtic Studies at St. Michael’s College at the University of Toronto. Between 1995 and 2013, he served as a Director of the former Halifax Aircraft Association, a ten-year project with Canadian veterans to restore a Second World War Halifax bomber to commemorate the ten thousand Canadians who failed to return from their service in Bomber Command. From this project, he published Night Flight to Norway: A Canadian Memorial, on the history and restoration of Halifax Aircraft NA 337, under the banner of his own publishing firm, The Welland Press. Robert also served for nine years as a Member of the Board of Governors of Roy Thomson Hall and Massey Hall. He currently serves as a Member of the Board of the NATO Association of Canada.In 2008, Robert was awarded an Honorary Fellowship from St. Michael’s College at the University of Toronto. In December of 2016, he was the Canadian recipient of the Presidential Distinguished Service Award for the Irish Abroad.

]]> Robert Kearns is President and Founder of Kearns Insurance Corporation and Kearns Investment Corporation. Originally from Dublin, he graduated with a Bachelor of Arts Degree in Archaeology and Greek and Roman Civilizations from University College Dublin, http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20171022c1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20171022c1.mp3 18:28 info@irishradio.ca (Austin Comerton) Austin Comerton no Sun, 22 Oct 2017 12:40:00 +0000 Odhrán O Casaide is a Lecturer at DIT Conservatory of Music and Drama where he teaches violin and runs the Irish Traditional Music programme. This includes a four-year undergraduate degree course in Irish Traditional Music. Odhrán O Casaide is a Lecturer at DIT Conservatory of Music and Drama where he teaches violin and runs the Irish Traditional Music programme. This includes a four-year undergraduate degree course in Irish Traditional Music.Odhrán, originally brought up in the Gaeltacht tradition of west Donegal, also studied violin at the Royal Northern College of Music with Yossi Zavoni and later in Vienna with Franz Samohyl. Odhrán, a member of the well known family group "Na Casaidigh", is also an accomplished performer on the uileann pipes and has performed as soloist with numerous Symphony Orchestras including the Denver Symphony Orchestra and Grand Rapids Symphony

]]> Odhrán O Casaide is a Lecturer at DIT Conservatory of Music and Drama where he teaches violin and runs the Irish Traditional Music programme. This includes a four-year undergraduate degree course in Irish Traditional Music. http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20171022b1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20171022b1.mp3 14:15 info@irishradio.ca (Austin Comerton) Austin Comerton no Sun, 22 Oct 2017 12:20:00 +0000 Dr. Sheila Flanagan is the Head of Learning Development at the College of Arts and Tourism at the Dublin Institute of Technology (DIT). Dr. Sheila Flanagan is the Head of Learning Development at the College of Arts and Tourism at the Dublin Institute of Technology (DIT). Before taking on this leadership role, her life in academia included serving as the Program Director of Master of Business Studies in Travel & Tourism at Smurfit Graduate Business School and as the Head of Tourism Department and the Head of School of Hospitality Management and Tourism at the Dublin Institute of Technology. Dr. Flanagan has a BA in Geography & Economics, and a Ph.D. in Applied Climatology, both from the University College Dublin.A native of Dublin, Dr. Flanagan has been a resident of Skerries for the last 15 years. Skerries, a fishing village voted one of the best places to live in Ireland, is beautiful coastal community 25 miles north of Dublin City. She is frequently to be found enjoying a seafood meal at her favorite restaurant – Stoop Your Head – or a glass of wine in her favorite bar on the harbor – Joe May's Pub. Her favorite escape/hideaway is in the hills above Malaga in Spain.Dr. Flanagan’s involvement with ttra began when she joined the European Chapter as a member in 1996. Since that time, she has held several terms of office as a ttra European Chapter board member, including a stint as the Chapter President from 2003 to 2007. She served as Chair of two European Chapter conferences in Dublin (1998, 2013), and organized the European Chapter conference in Glasgow (2004). She remains actively involved in the European chapter and currently serves as honorary Treasurer.

]]> Dr. Sheila Flanagan is the Head of Learning Development at the College of Arts and Tourism at the Dublin Institute of Technology (DIT). http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20171022a1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20171022a1.mp3 15:31 info@irishradio.ca (Austin Comerton) Austin Comerton no Sun, 22 Oct 2017 12:00:00 +0000 Máire Ní Chathasaigh is "the doyenne of Irish harp players" (The Scotsman), “the great innovator of modern Irish harping Máire Ní Chathasaigh is "the doyenne of Irish harp players" (The Scotsman), “the great innovator of modern Irish harping, a player of outstanding technique and imagination” (The Rough Guide to Irish Music) and one of Ireland’s most important and influential traditional musicians. She was described by the late Derek Bell as “the most interesting and original player of the Irish harp today” and is the sole harper recipient to date of Irish music's most prestigious award, Gradam Ceoil TG4 - Irish Traditional Musician of the Year. She grew up in a well-known West Cork musical family who were active in the Cork Pipers' Club and was already proficient in a variety of other instruments by the time that she began to play the harp at the age of eleven. Using her knowledge of the idiom of the living oral Irish tradition, she developed a variety of new techniques, particularly in relation to ornamentation, with the aim of establishing an authentically traditional style of harping - “a single-handed reinvention of the harp”. This sharply diverged from the established norms of 20th century Irish harping up to that point - the instrument was associated in the public mind almost exclusively with song accompaniment and performance of the music of the old Irish harpers was confined to a select few. Máire's originality was quickly recognised and she made a number of TV and radio broadcasts as a teenager, going on to win the All-Ireland and Pan-Celtic Harp Competitions on several occasions. (Her three Senior All-Ireland Fleadh Cheoil wins were in 1975, 1976 and 1977 - a record that is still unsurpassed.) Her live performances had been attracting attention internationally since 1978, when she first toured Germany as part of the hugely-influential and commercially-successful Irish Folk Festival tour. Her very first recording was made for the live compilation album released to commemorate that tour (and featured the first commercial recording of a reel played on the harp in a traditional style) ; other artists featured were Liam O'Flynn, Andy Irvine, Dolores Keane and John Faulkner, Mick Hanly and Máirtin O'Connor. In 1985 she recorded the first harp album ever to concentrate on traditional Irish dance music, The New-Strung Harp, described by The Irish Examiner as "an intensely passionate and intelligent record… a mile-stone in Irish harp music”. Her approach has had a profound influence on three generations of Irish harpers and in 2001 she was awarded Gradam Cheoil TG4 - Irish Traditional Musician of the Year -“for the excellence and pioneering force of her music, the remarkable growth she has brought to the music of the harp and the positive influence she has had on the young generation of harpers”- a recognition of her pioneering work. She remains the sole harpist recipient of this prestigious award. (For details see the side-bar on the right.)

]]> Máire Ní Chathasaigh is "the doyenne of Irish harp players" (The Scotsman), “the great innovator of modern Irish harping http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20171015b1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20171015b1.mp3 9:46 info@irishradio.ca (Austin Comerton) Austin Comerton no Sun, 15 Oct 2017 17:45:00 +0000 Tom Dunne From Dublin Westward Petrie, Clonmacnoise and Aran The Royal Irish Academy Lecture: From Dublin Westward: Petrie, Clonmacnoise and Aran Professor Tom Dunne's lecture was organised in conjunction with an exhibition curated by the Royal Irish Academy Library 'Views of Dublin: original watercolours by George Petrie, MRIA, 1790-1866'. This exhibition, to mark the 150th anniversary of the death of George Petrie, ran from 19 January – 15 February, 2016.

]]> Tom Dunne From Dublin Westward Petrie, Clonmacnoise and Aran http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20171015a1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20171015a1.mp3 44:20 info@irishradio.ca (Austin Comerton) Austin Comerton no Sun, 15 Oct 2017 17:15:00 +0000 The theme of the Civic Forum was 'Communities, Connections, Conversations' Alma Ni Choigligh, Ted Smyth, Ant Hanlon, Colette Shannon, Evolving Global Irish Communities Panel Discussion The theme of the Civic Forum was 'Communities, Connections, Conversations' and it provided an opportunity for those supporting the Irish diaspora abroad to come to Dublin to discuss their work with these communities and engage with Government. The Forum was a mixture of plenary discussions and workshops, with speakers primarily from Irish diaspora organisations and also from Government, technology companies and the Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade.

This second Civic Forum attracted significant attention with more than 220 individuals, representing over 150 organisations, attending over the two days. Attendance at the Civic Forum was open to all organisations working with Irish communities abroad. In many cases these organisations are also receiving funding under the Irish Government's Emigrant support Programme.

]]> The theme of the Civic Forum was 'Communities, Connections, Conversations' Alma Ni Choigligh, Ted Smyth, Ant Hanlon, Colette Shannon, Evolving Global Irish Communities Panel Discussion http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=201710081.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=201710081.mp3 59:05 info@irishradio.ca (Austin Comerton) Austin Comerton no Sun, 08 Oct 2017 12:00:00 +0000 Éilís Crean grew up in a house where traditional Irish music was cultivated, cherished and appreciated. She plays fiddle and was taught by the highly esteemed and legendary Eddie Kelly. Born in Ballintubber, Co. Roscommon, Ireland. Éilís Crean grew up in a house where traditional Irish music was cultivated, cherished and appreciated. She plays fiddle and was taught by the highly esteemed and legendary Eddie Kelly. Her childhood years saw many hours with Eddie, teasing through the artful arrangement of his notes during the weekly lessons and she is now, one of only six fiddle-players world-wide that plays the East Galway Irish Music Tradition.Through the years, Éilís has competed and won prizes and accolades at various competitions and events throughout Ireland, Great Britain and the USA. In 2014 she released her debut album called The Lonesome Fiddler which was the first album of it’s kind to showcase the East Galway Irish Music Tradition (EGIMT) as interpreted by Eddie Kelly. John Doyle, Kevin Crawford, Dermot Byrne and Kenny Malone were guest artists on the album which was received with critical acclaim throughout Ireland and the USA and further afield.In July 2017 Crean released her second album Searbh Siúcra which features twenty-one Eddie Kellycompositions that have never been circulated before. This album is set to provide an inestimable contribution to the world of traditional Irish music, specifically the East Galway Irish Music Tradition. Guest artists on this album include John Doyle, Mike McGoldrick, Kevin Burke and John Regan from the world of Irish music. It also brings together many Nashville musicians who have a deep understanding and passion of Irish music; celebrated artists such as Jeff Taylor and John Mock have come together to celebrate the music of Eddie Kelly.When Éilís is not preforming and teaching the East Galway Irish Music Tradition and the music of Eddie Kelly she can be found in various hospitals and healthcare organizations throughout the USA offering consultation on the setup and implementation of Electronic Health Records (EHRs)

]]> Éilís Crean grew up in a house where traditional Irish music was cultivated, cherished and appreciated. She plays fiddle and was taught by the highly esteemed and legendary Eddie Kelly. http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20171001c1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20171001c1.mp3 13:07 info@irishradio.ca (Austin Comerton) Austin Comerton no Sun, 01 Oct 2017 12:40:00 +0000 Áine Minogue is an award-winning harpist, singer, arranger and composer who has entertained Presidents and Prime Ministers, as well as traveled extensively to perform at concerts across the United States and around the world. Born and raised in Borrisokane, County Tipperary, Ireland, Áine Minogue is an award-winning harpist, singer, arranger and composer who has entertained Presidents and Prime Ministers, as well as traveled extensively to perform at concerts across the United States and around the world. At the age of 12, while at boarding school in County Galway, Áine discovered her true love - the harp. After completing school, she spent three years developing her incomparable talent as a harpist at Bunratty Castle, one of Ireland’s most treasured landmarks and the perfect setting to accentuate the harp's emotional and lyrical connections to Irish history.With a dozen solo album recordings to her credit, Áine has been nominated for several awards for her work as a record producer. Her recordings include Were You at the Rock, To Warm the Winter's Night, The Mysts of Time, Between the Worlds, Circle of the Sun, The Twilight Realm, Celtic Meditation Music, Celtic Pilgrimage, Celtic Lamentations, and Close Your Eyes, Love. She also has collaborated on a series of music videos with filmmaker Michael Yip entitled Winter, A Celtic Meditation.Áine’s music, in varying styles including Celtic, World, Folk, Spiritual and New Age, has appeared on compilations for industry labels such as BMG, Decca, Universal, Virgin Records, Windham Hill and Putumayo. Many of these albums have topped Billboard Magazine’s World, New Age and Classical Charts for months at a time. In addition, she has completed extensive soundtrack work for PBS, NBC, CBS, ABC, FOX, and MTV.  She has a Master’s Degree in Traditional Irish Harp Performance from the University of Limerick, Ireland. Her music is on Pandora, Spotify, iTunes, and Amazon. You can follow Áine on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram.

]]> Áine Minogue is an award-winning harpist, singer, arranger and composer who has entertained Presidents and Prime Ministers, as well as traveled extensively to perform at concerts across the United States and around the world. http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20171001b1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20171001b1.mp3 10:56 info@irishradio.ca (Austin Comerton) Austin Comerton no Sun, 01 Oct 2017 12:20:00 +0000 Emmet Cahill is 26 years old and hails from Mullingar, County Westmeath, Ireland. Emmet Cahill is 26 years old and hails from Mullingar, County Westmeath, Ireland. At age 5 he began learning piano and his vocal training began at age 7. In high school he received a 5 year “Schola Cantorum” music scholarship. At 18 he began his formal training when he attended the Royal Irish Academy of Music where he received a BA in Music Performance.

In 2010 Emmet was awarded the ‘John McCormack Bursary’ for most promising young tenor and named “Most Promising Young Singer” at the Royal Irish Academy of Music. In addition, he is a multiple prizewinner at the National Feis Ceoil signing competition in Ireland. He was chosen to perform at a special concert for the president of Ireland in 2009.

As a soloist, Emmet has performed in Dublin at the Gaiety Theater, the National Concert Hall, Croke Park for crowds of 90,000, for the President of Ireland, and regularly at the Mullingar Cathedral. Various prestigious venues that include churches, festivals, and a sold out church concert tour in 12 US cities last December

In 2011 Emmet began touring with the international Irish music group, Celtic Thunder. Over the years Emmet has enjoyed touring throughout the United States, Canada and Australia with Celtic Thunder. Individually and with the group, Emmet has appeared on many radio and TV shows such as PBS, QVC and the Today Show and most notably by special invitation for the Joint Chiefs of Staff at the Pentagon in Washington, D.C.

After an extensive 72-city 2016 tour of the United States and Canada with Celtic Thunder Emmet will resume his solo career in 2017 touring the United States and Canada including two symphony orchestra concerts in Melbourne, Florida.He was named ‘Irish tenor of the Year ‘ by the Irish American Music association in 2013. He is also due to make his debut to perform at Carnegie Hall in New York City in 2018.

He recently signed a major recording contract with Sony Music USA and his debut album went straight to Number 1 on the world music billboard charts.

“Emmet Cahill’s Ireland” is comprised of beloved Irish classics and folk tunes from the countryside, with Cahill accompanied by the National Symphony Orchestra of Ireland.

He will make his debut in at Carnegie, New York in March 2018

]]> Emmet Cahill is 26 years old and hails from Mullingar, County Westmeath, Ireland. http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20171001a1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20171001a1.mp3 13:31 info@irishradio.ca (Austin Comerton) Austin Comerton no Sun, 01 Oct 2017 12:00:00 +0000 Paul Milner, a native of England, has been an international lecturer specializing in British Isles research for over 35 years. Paul Milner, a native of England, has been an international lecturer specializing in British Isles research for over 35 years. He is the course coordinator the for the English and Scottish tracks at the Institute of Genealogical and Historical Research in Athens, Georgia, and has taught similar courses for the British Isles Institute. He is the author of six books, a book reviewer for the Federation of Genealogical Societies Forum and a past board member of several professional genealogist societies.

 

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]]> Paul Milner, a native of England, has been an international lecturer specializing in British Isles research for over 35 years. http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20170924b1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20170924b1.mp3 13:57 info@irishradio.ca (Austin Comerton) Austin Comerton no Sun, 24 Sep 2017 12:45:00 +0000 Celia Heritage, a professional genealogist and historian, is a well-known figure on the UK genealogical lecturing circuit. Celia Heritage, a professional genealogist and historian, is a well-known figure on the UK genealogical lecturing circuit. Passionate about family history since childhood, she actively promotes sound methodology and accurate source citation in genealogical research, as well as the importance of using a wide variety of sources to understand our ancestors’ real lives. Her particular fields of interest are death and manorial records, history on the ground, and genealogical tuition. The author of Tracing Your Ancestors Through Death Records and Researching and Locating Your Ancestors, Celia is currently working on her third book.

 

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]]> Celia Heritage, a professional genealogist and historian, is a well-known figure on the UK genealogical lecturing circuit. http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20170924a1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20170924a1.mp3 12:55 info@irishradio.ca (Austin Comerton) Austin Comerton no Sun, 24 Sep 2017 12:30:00 +0000 Maureen Lukie directed and plays Mrs. Goulding 1822, rural Ireland:  The defrocked Reverend Berkeley arrives to escort 17-year-old Hannah to England where she is to be married to an English marquis to save her mother from the debts of their country manor.  Finding Hannah and the house haunted by voices and psychic currents, the Reverend proposes a séance with catastrophic consequences.The author of ‘Shining City’ and ‘The Weir’, Conor McPherson has been called ‘the finest dramatist of his generation’.Mrs. Goulding    Maureen LukieMadeleine Lambroke:  Kelly-Marie MurthaRev. Berkeley:    Liam Doherty

]]> Maureen Lukie directed and plays Mrs. Goulding http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20170924e1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20170924e1.mp3 5:56 info@irishradio.ca (Austin Comerton) Austin Comerton no Sun, 24 Sep 2017 12:19:00 +0000 Liam Doherty plays the part of Reverend Berkeley 1822, rural Ireland:  The defrocked Reverend Berkeley arrives to escort 17-year-old Hannah to England where she is to be married to an English marquis to save her mother from the debts of their country manor.  Finding Hannah and the house haunted by voices and psychic currents, the Reverend proposes a séance with catastrophic consequences.The author of ‘Shining City’ and ‘The Weir’, Conor McPherson has been called ‘the finest dramatist of his generation’.Mrs. Goulding    Maureen LukieMadeleine Lambroke:  Kelly-Marie MurthaRev. Berkeley:    Liam Doherty

]]> Liam Doherty plays the part of Reverend Berkeley http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20170924d1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20170924d1.mp3 5:39 info@irishradio.ca (Austin Comerton) Austin Comerton no Sun, 24 Sep 2017 12:10:00 +0000 Kelly-Marie Murtha - plays Madeline Lambroke 1822, rural Ireland:  The defrocked Reverend Berkeley arrives to escort 17-year-old Hannah to England where she is to be married to an English marquis to save her mother from the debts of their country manor.  Finding Hannah and the house haunted by voices and psychic currents, the Reverend proposes a séance with catastrophic consequences.The author of ‘Shining City’ and ‘The Weir’, Conor McPherson has been called ‘the finest dramatist of his generation’.Mrs. Goulding    Maureen LukieMadeleine Lambroke:  Kelly-Marie MurthaRev. Berkeley:    Liam Doherty

]]> Kelly-Marie Murtha - plays Madeline Lambroke http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20170924c1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20170924c1.mp3 8:17 austin@irishradio.ca (Austin Comerton) Austin Comerton no Sun, 24 Sep 2017 12:00:00 +0000 Colm Wiley provides a walk through Athlone Castle The first Siege of Athlone, 1690As a result of their victory at the Boyne, the Williamites effectively gained control of the eastern half of Ireland. Though James had fled, his Irish Catholic supporters, led by men like Patrick Sarsfield, decided to continue the war. The River Shannon now became the key frontier, as the Jacobites held the vital strategic castles of Athlone and Limerick. In mid-July 1690, a 7,500 strong Williamite force, commanded by the Scottish General James Douglas, attacked Athlone. The castle was defended by 2,000 men, led by the experienced veteran; Colonel Richard Grace. He ordered the abandonment of the eastern part of Athlone Town, and withdrew his forces over the Shannon, and broke down the bridge behind him. When he was summoned to parley terms for surrender, he defiantly fired his pistol in the air and declared that was the only negotiation he wanted. The Williamites lacked the necessary heavy siege artillery, and their field guns made little impression on the strong walls of the castle. Knowing that it would result in many casualties, General Douglas decided against trying to cross the river, and once he discovered that the defenders were to be reinforced, he lifted the siege and withdrew. The gallant defence of Athlone by Grace and his garrison, preserved the line and enabled the Jacobites to continue fighting the war for another year. For Athlone, the greatest test was yet to come.

]]> Colm Wiley provides a walk through Athlone Castle http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20170917b1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20170917b1.mp3 35:40 info@irishradio.ca (Austin Comerton) Austin Comerton no Sun, 17 Sep 2017 12:30:00 +0000 Carmel Duffy chats about the history of Athlone Castle Athlone Castle was first built to defend the crossing point on the River Shannon and evolved into a bold defensive structure over the centuries. Elements of the original castle can still be seen today.We tell the story of settlement in this part of Ireland’s Ancient East, from the Neolithic period through Viking, and Medieval ages to modern life in Athlone.During our visit we heard from Carmel Duffy and Colm Wiley and discovered tales of bitter battles fought, territories won and lost and hear stories of bravery. We heard about the monks, kings, soldiers and generals. We tell you their stories and the story of Athlone Castle through a series of modern exhibitions, authentic museum artefacts, interactive games and an intense 360º cinematic experience of the Great Siege of Athlone.Some stories will be sad, some treacherous, some heroic and many will be bloody…

]]> Carmel Duffy chats about the history of Athlone Castle http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20170917a1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20170917a1.mp3 27:26 info@irishradio.ca (Austin Comerton) Austin Comerton no Sun, 17 Sep 2017 12:00:00 +0000 Sharing interviews recorded at the All Ireland Fleadh 2017 in Ennis Co Clare with Dennis Cahill Sharing interviews recorded at the All Ireland Fleadh 2017 in Ennis Co Clare with Dennis Cahill, Oisín Mac Diarmada, Noel Hill, Kevin Crawford, Dylan Foley, Patrick Doocey, Joanie Madden, Don Stiffe, John Carty and Kieran Hanrahan.

Dennis Cahill was born June 16 (Bloomsday – the day made famous by James Joyce's “Ulysses”) in 1954 in Chicago, Illinois to immigrant parents from County Kerry, Ireland. Displaying a keen interest in music from childhood, he started studying guitar at nine years of age. He subsequently studied the instrument at the highly regarded Chicago Music College, training under Howard Levy, Manuel Lopez Ramos, Steve Klein and Robert Becker. Throughout the 1980s and '90s, Cahill developed into one of the most respected and innovative guitar players in the world of traditional Irish music. Not just content with accompanying tunes, he has developed a unique approach to playing traditional and neo-traditional Irish music, incorporating the ornaments and subtleties used by the various instruments utilized within the Irish music genre. He has performed and recorded with many acclaimed Irish traditional music practitioners (including Kevin Burke, Liz Carroll, Seamus Egan, P.J. Hayes, Eileen Ivers, Arty McGlynn, Iarla Ó Lionáird, Liam O’Flynn, and Jimmy Keane), and has appeared in concert halls and festivals throughout the USA, Europe, China, and Australia. Dennis met traditional fiddle player Martin Hayes in Chicago in the 1980s. Hayes, although not yet the superstar of Irish music he is today, was a prodigy from County Clare who grew up learning from his famous fiddler father, and had won six All-Ireland championships by the time he was 19.  He landed in Chicago where he met up with Dennis, by then a respected member of the local music scene. The two formed the jazz/rock/fusion band Midnight Court which allowed them to experiment with a variety of new music styles. In the early '90s Dennis and Martin again teamed up, this time forming one of Irish music's most acclaimed duos of all time. Their concerts have become legendary. Beginning with the lyrical music of East Clare, they play long, sometimes thirty-minute multi-tune sets, starting from the simplest of melodies, building in intensity, but never abandoning musicality and ideas. Their touring schedule has taken them to Australia, Japan, Europe, the U.K., Ireland, the US, Canada, Hong Kong, Beijing, Shanghai, Poland, India, and Mexico City.They have three recordings together. In 1997 they released their first duo album, “The Lonesome Touch”, followed by “Live in Seattle” in 1999, a concert recording hailed for it's vitality and innovation, and the telepathic chemistry between the two musicians. After a ten-year hiatus they released the studio album “Welcome Here Again.” All are available on the Green Linnet label through Compass Records.

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Kieran Hanrahan is an Irish radio host and musician. Born in Ennis, County Clare, he began playing traditional Irish music on the tenor banjo at the age of fourteen, and had won the All-Ireland banjo championship by the time he was nineteen[citation needed]. Over the years, Hanrahan has helped to found a number of traditional bands, including Stockton's Wing, Inchiquin, and the Templehouse Ceili Band.Hanrahan has hosted radio programs for the Irish national broadcaster RTÉ since 1991. Hanrahan is an assistant lecturer at the Conservatory of Music and Drama at Dublin Institute of Technology where he works in the Traditional Music programme. He achieved a 1st Class Honours master's degree (MMus Hons) and was also awarded the DIT Gold medal for Academic Achievement in 2012. Currently he hosts Céilí House, a radio program on traditional Irish music aired weekly in Ireland on RTÉ Radio 1. For the last five years Kieran Hanrahan has been the Artistic Director of the Temple Bar TradFest in Dublin, Ireland.

]]> Sharing interviews recorded at the All Ireland Fleadh 2017 in Ennis Co Clare with Dennis Cahill, Oisín Mac Diarmada, Noel Hill, Kevin Crawford, Dylan Foley, Patrick Doocey, Joanie Madden, Don Stiffe, John Carty and Kieran Hanrahan. http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20170910i1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20170910i1.mp3 7:54 info@irishradio.ca (Austin Comerton) Austin Comerton no Sun, 10 Sep 2017 12:44:00 +0000 Sharing interviews recorded at the All Ireland Fleadh 2017 in Ennis Co Clare Sharing interviews recorded at the All Ireland Fleadh 2017 in Ennis Co Clare with Dennis Cahill, Oisín Mac Diarmada, Noel Hill, Kevin Crawford, Dylan Foley, Patrick Doocey, Joanie Madden, Don Stiffe, John Carty and Kieran Hanrahan.

Noel Hill was born in Caherea in West County Clare, Ireland, into a big family with 7 siblings. His parents and grandparents were all concertina players. He was particularly influenced by his uncle, Padraig A Chnoic, (Paddy Hill). He lived in a house which was the last house in the area to hold the traditional Irish House dance, where musicians were always welcomed; particularly towards the end of the year when farm work was done. It was at these events that he learned his early tunes, rather than from the radio, books or records. He started playing at 9 and was lucky to have heard endless hours of Willie Clancy, Paddy Canny, Peter O’Loughlin, Paddy Murphy, and Micky Hanrahan. Much of the music in his repertoire today comes from the music he learned as a child from these great players. Noel wanted to be a piper, but pipes were not readily available. He played the concertina which had been initially purchased for his older brother.

]]> Sharing interviews recorded at the All Ireland Fleadh 2017 in Ennis Co Clare http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20170910h1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20170910h1.mp3 5:39 info@irishradio.ca (Austin Comerton) Austin Comerton no Sun, 10 Sep 2017 12:32:00 +0000 Sharing interviews recorded at the All Ireland Fleadh 2017 in Ennis Co Clare Sharing interviews recorded at the All Ireland Fleadh 2017 in Ennis Co Clare with Dennis Cahill, Oisín Mac Diarmada, Noel Hill, Kevin Crawford, Dylan Foley, Patrick Doocey, Joanie Madden, Don Stiffe, John Carty and Kieran Hanrahan.

John Carty is one of Ireland’s finest traditional musicians having been awarded the Irish Television station, TG4’s Traditional Musician of the Year in 2003. Born in London, fiddle and banjo player Carty has established himself among the elite in Irish traditional music and as a staunch supporter of its preservation. He developed his love for fiddle, banjo, and flute, all of which he has mastered,through his multi-instrumentalist father who was a member of the Glenside Ceili Band in London in the 1960’s. Soon after settling in Boyle, Co Roscommon, Carty released his 1994 debut banjo album, The Cat that Ate the Candle to positive reviews. This led to his first fiddle album, Last Night's Fun, released on Shanachie Records in 1996 and wasclosely followed by two further solo fiddle albums Yeh, That's All It Is and At It Again. These albums have been described as a milestones in recorded fiddle music. In 1997 he formed At the Racket, a fun, loose, free-spirited dance band named after an old Flanagan Brothers 78 rpm. The group has recorded three highly acclaimed CDs all on John’s own label Racket Records and continues to tour all the major European festivals. 2005 saw the launch of I Will If I Can Carty’s latest solo CD featuring banjo and tenor guitar. Accompanied by Alec Finn, Brian McGrath and Johnny McDonagh, Carty once again shows his plectrum prowess to full affect. John performs regularly with Chieftain’s flautist Matt Molloy exploring the North Connaught tradition they both love. In 2008 they released Pathway to the Well a CD of their music accompanied by Arty McGlynn. A new release by the pair is due out in late 2016. In 2011 John released The Crimson Path, collaboration with Sligo poet Ann Joyce, which is a CD of original poetry and music for which John composed all the music. This was quickly followed by the release of At Complete Ease, a duet fiddle album with Brian Rooney from Kiltclogher, Co Leitrim. This CD has already been described as one of the all times greats of duet playing. John is also a member of super group, Patrick Street which includes legendary musicians Andy Irvine and Kevin Burke. He has also appeared as a special guest with the Chieftains and De Danaan.  Apart from performing and recording John has also been instrumental in getting many other musicians to record and has produced many albums such as Brian Rooney’s acclaimed albums ‘The Godfather’ and ‘From Leitrim to London’.  John has recently put together a new eight piece band, The John Carty Festival band which was launched in summer 2012 and has since played at festivals in Ireland and the UK.

]]> Sharing interviews recorded at the All Ireland Fleadh 2017 in Ennis Co Clare http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20170910f1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20170910f1.mp3 4:34 info@irishradio.ca (Austin Comerton) Austin Comerton no Sun, 10 Sep 2017 12:26:00 +0000 Sharing interviews recorded at the All Ireland Fleadh 2017 in Ennis Co Clare Sharing interviews recorded at the All Ireland Fleadh 2017 in Ennis Co Clare with Dennis Cahill, Oisín Mac Diarmada, Noel Hill, Kevin Crawford, Dylan Foley, Patrick Doocey, Joanie Madden, Don Stiffe, John Carty and Kieran Hanrahan.

JOANIE MADDEN is the award winning whistle and flute player who has been the leader of Cherish the Ladies since its inception. Born in New York of Irish parents, she is the second oldest of seven children raised in a musical household; her mother Helen, a dancer of traditional sets hails from Miltown Malbay, County Clare and her father Joe, an All-Ireland Champion on the accordion, comes from Portumna in East Galway.Joanie received her musical training early in life listening to her father and his friends play music at family gatherings and social events. She began taking lessons from Jack Coen, and within a few short years she had won both the world Championship on the concert flute and whistle. During that time, Joanie also became the first American to win the coveted Senior All-Ireland Championship on the whistle.She has amassed a plethora of awards and citations to her credit including; the youngest member inducted into both the Irish-American Musicians Hall of Fame and the Comhaltas Ceoltoiri Hall of Fame, recipient of the Wild Geese Award, voted twice as one of the Top 100 Irish-Americans in the United States and named Traditional Musician of the Year, all for her contributions to promoting and preserving Irish culture in America. In 2010, Joanie was forever immortalized on the streets of her native Bronx when she had a street named after her on the Grand Concourse; "Joanie Madden and Cherish the Ladies" and in 2011, she was bestowed one of the nations highest awards as she was chosen for the Ellis Island Medal of Honor where she joins an illustrious list of distinguished American citizens including six United State Presidents, Ambassadors, Senators, Congressman and Supreme Court judges all singled out for their exemplary service to the United States.

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Don Stiffe is one of the most recent singer/songwriters to emerge on the Irish Folk Scene. Stiffe hails from Galway and his singing prowess is up there with the greats that Ireland has produced.Don's award winning debut solo album "Start of a Dream" was released in 2006 to critical acclaim. His version of the "Dimming of the Day" by Richard Thompson won vocal cut of the year from the Live Ireland 2010 awards. The fantastic musicianship on this album speaks for itself and includes Frankie Gavin, Sharon Shannon, Arty McGlynn, Cathal Hayden and Carol Hession, to name but a few. Four of the songs on this album "Missing Galway", "Grosse Isle", "The Returning" and "The Banks of the Danube" were penned by Don himself.

]]> Sharing interviews recorded at the All Ireland Fleadh 2017 in Ennis Co Clare http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20170910e1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20170910e1.mp3 7:48 info@irishradio.ca (Austin Comerton) Austin Comerton no Sun, 10 Sep 2017 12:18:00 +0000 Sharing interviews recorded at the All Ireland Fleadh 2017 in Ennis Co Clare Sharing interviews recorded at the All Ireland Fleadh 2017 in Ennis Co Clare with Dennis Cahill, Oisín Mac Diarmada, Noel Hill, Kevin Crawford, Dylan Foley, Patrick Doocey, Joanie Madden, Don Stiffe, John Carty and Kieran Hanrahan.

An All-Ireland winning multi-instrumentalist, Patrick Doocey is quickly becoming one of the most in demand accompanists on the Irish music scene today. Predominately self taught on guitar, Patrick’s exciting style on both nylon and steel string guitar combines influences from many genres.Born in Worcester, Massachusetts and having lived in Foxford, County Mayo, Patrick now resides in New York City. His talents have brought him all over Europe, Asia, America and Africa.His musical journey so far has seen him perform with artists such as Sharon Shannon, Liz Carroll, Lunasa, Mary Chapin Carpenter, Teada, Buille, Cathal Hayden, Karan Casey, Sean Keane.

]]> Sharing interviews recorded at the All Ireland Fleadh 2017 in Ennis Co Clare http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20170910d1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20170910d1.mp3 2:32 info@irishradio.ca (Austin Comerton) Austin Comerton no Sun, 10 Sep 2017 12:15:00 +0000 Sharing interviews recorded at the All Ireland Fleadh 2017 in Ennis Co Clare Sharing interviews recorded at the All Ireland Fleadh 2017 in Ennis Co Clare with Dennis Cahill, Oisín Mac Diarmada, Noel Hill, Kevin Crawford, Dylan Foley, Patrick Doocey, Joanie Madden, Don Stiffe, John Carty and Kieran Hanrahan.

Dylan Foley, A 4-time All-Ireland Fiddle Champion, Dylan was a student of the great Rose Flanagan (the original fiddler in Cherish the Ladies) and counts Joanie Madden, Brian Conway, Mike McHale, and Monsignor Charlie Coen among his primary influences. He is a vibrant stylist whose playing has been called “impeccable and spirited.”Dylan has performed at Lincoln Center, Joanie Madden’s Folk N’ Irish Cruise, Austin Celtic Festival, at Gracie Mansion for NYC Mayor Bloomberg, on Jay Unger’s Dancing On the Air show on WAMC, also Foley has been featured on Irish Television channels RTE and TG4’s fleadh programme. At age 12, Dylan made an appearance on the HBO special “The Music In Me”. With the the help of Irish Aid, In January 2013, Foley travelled with Dr. Mick Moloney (NYU Ethnomusicologist and Folklorist) to Vietnam in order to bring Irish music, song, dance and culture to those who were effected by Agent Orange and other Vietnam War atrocities. Dylan also performed with Mick Moloney, Joanie Madden, Bobby Hicks, Matt Molloy and Sharon Shannon.

]]> Sharing interviews recorded at the All Ireland Fleadh 2017 in Ennis Co Clare http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20170910c1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20170910c1.mp3 4:01 info@irishradio.ca (Austin Comerton) Austin Comerton no Sun, 10 Sep 2017 12:10:00 +0000 Sharing interviews recorded at the All Ireland Fleadh 2017 in Ennis Co Clare Sharing interviews recorded at the All Ireland Fleadh 2017 in Ennis Co Clare with Dennis Cahill, Oisín Mac Diarmada, Noel Hill, Kevin Crawford, Dylan Foley, Patrick Doocey, Joanie Madden, Don Stiffe, John Carty and Kieran Hanrahan.

Born in Birmingham – UK, Kevin Crawford’s early life was one long journey into Irish music and Co. Clare, to where he eventually moved while in his 20’s.He was a member of Moving Cloud, the Clare-based band who recorded such critically-acclaimed albums as Moving Cloud and Foxglove, and he also recorded with Grianán, Raise The Rafters, Joe Derrane and Sean Tyrrell and appears on the 1994 recording ‘The Sanctuary Sessions’.A virtuoso flute player, Kevin has recorded two solo albums, ‘’D’Flute Album’ and ‘In Good Company’ and ‘On Common Ground’ with bandmate Cillian Vallely . Kevin also tours with Martin Hayes and John Doyle as The Teetotallers.

]]> Sharing interviews recorded at the All Ireland Fleadh 2017 in Ennis Co Clare http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20170910b1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20170910b1.mp3 5:35 info@irishradio.ca (Austin Comerton) Austin Comerton no Sun, 10 Sep 2017 12:04:00 +0000 Sharing interviews recorded at the All Ireland Fleadh 2017 in Ennis Co Clare Sharing interviews recorded at the All Ireland Fleadh 2017 in Ennis Co Clare with Dennis Cahill, Oisín Mac Diarmada, Noel Hill, Kevin Crawford, Dylan Foley, Patrick Doocey, Joanie Madden, Don Stiffe, John Carty and Kieran Hanrahan.Oisín Mac Diarmada began playing fiddle in Clare at a young age. After moving to Sligo in 1989, he developing a deep interest in the playing style of the Sligo region.Founder of the group Téada in 2001, Oisín is also a regular solo performer and teacher.

]]> Sharing interviews recorded at the All Ireland Fleadh 2017 in Ennis Co Clare http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20170910a1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20170910a1.mp3 3:38 info@irishradio.ca (Austin Comerton) Austin Comerton no Sun, 10 Sep 2017 12:00:00 +0000 Gwen Bond talking about SiarScéal 2017 Gwen Bond talking about SiarScéal:SiarScéal is a historical, literary, bilingual festival hosted annually and inspired by the culture and heritage of County Roscommon, in the heart of the Irish midlands. SiarScéal celebrates the lives and history of the people of Roscommon, both nationally and globally, through the medium of poetry, prose, short stories.SiarScéal also hosts the annual Hanna Greally Literary Awards, which include the Ger Hanily Memorial Cup, a literary competition which has run every year since the festival began in 2007. Entries are invited from all over the world. Gwen provides full details about the competition, including themes, prizes, closing dates for entries.

]]> Gwen Bond talking about SiarScéal 2017 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20170903b1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20170903b1.mp3 18:13 info@irishradio.ca (Austin Comerton) Austin Comerton no Sun, 03 Sep 2017 12:40:00 +0000 Sean Tully, a former nurse at St Brigid's Hospital Ballinasloe talks about it's history. Sean Tully, a former nurse at St Brigid's Hospital Ballinasloe talks about it's history. The Connacht District Lunatic Asylum opened in 1833 with accommodation for 150 patients. Many commentators at the time thought the asylum would never reach capacity, and in fact feared it wouldn’t ever be even half full. Promotional advertisements were created ready to entice patients to the new asylum. These turned out to be redundant, however, and the asylum actually suffered with overcrowding throughout the years, despite being expanded many times. Poor Law Workhouses at the time were overcrowded, as was the prison system in Ireland, and both were relieved to be able to offload some of their more difficult inmates to the asylums. Connacht, like the other asylums at the time, was unable by law to refuse entry to anyone referred to them, and soon found they were filling up with long-term or incurable patients. Around the same time, emigration to America seemed a good option for many Irish people, however anyone exhibiting strange behaviour would likely mean refusal of entry into the USA for the entire family. Those family members were simply sent to the asylums where they would likely spend the rest of their lives while their families emigrated.

]]> Sean Tully, a former nurse at St Brigid's Hospital Ballinasloe talks about it's history. http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20170903a1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20170903a1.mp3 41:59 info@irishradio.ca (Austin Comerton) Austin Comerton no Sun, 03 Sep 2017 03:39:13 +0000 Daniel O'Donnell Daniel is coming back to Canada with a coast to coast tour during Sept 2017. Daniel chats about past tours and some of the other events over the past two years.

]]> Daniel O'Donnell http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20170827h1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20170827h1.mp3 13:44 info@irishradio.ca (Austin Comerton) Austin Comerton no Sun, 27 Aug 2017 12:52:00 +0000 Kerry Mortimer An update on the Eastern Canadian GAA Chanpionships being hosted in Ottawa this year.

]]> Kerry Mortimer http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20170827g1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20170827g1.mp3 6:04 info@irishradio.ca (Austin Comerton) Austin Comerton no Sun, 27 Aug 2017 12:45:00 +0000 Kirk MacNeil Kirk MacNeil was raised in Sydney Nova Scotia which is on Cape Breton Island. The last name MacNeil is a name he is proud of as his Dad (Neil Vincent) fostered a love of Scottish and Irish Music from an early age. His mother’s father (Leo Caufield) was from Bonavista Newfoundland and was an amazing Celtic Irish Accordion player who was very proud of his Irish roots and never stopped playing the Irish Button Box and it’s a sound Kirk fell in love with. As a youngster, his folks and grandparents were proud to play Harry Hibbs Newfoundland Accordion Music all the time or listening to nonstop Jiggs, Reels, and traditional music from our local Cape Breton artists or Irish bands like the Clancy Brothers and Tommy Makem or Phil Coulter, all this had a strong impact on Kirk’s influences of music. A family outing in the family car says Kirk “always had his father changing the channel to the stations that played Celtic Music” and this totally inspired Kirk to love this type of music.

]]> Kirk MacNeil http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20170827f1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20170827f1.mp3 5:27 info@irishradio.ca (Austin Comerton) Austin Comerton no Sun, 27 Aug 2017 12:33:00 +0000 Mike Foster at the All Ireland Fleadh in Ennis Mick Foster is originally from County Kildare, in sight of the Curragh. He now lives in Mullingar, and has a small farm where he spends all his time, when not touring, looking after his horses. He has three daughters, and one son, Jackie.Mick was taught to play the accordion by a Sr Anges Murray, a nun of the Mercy Order in Ballymahon and Frankie Gavigan. Other influences on his playing included Jimmy Shand and Will Starr. He has recorded a tribute to the latter, entitled The Old Button Box and has claimed that his accordion would probably be the last thing he would be prepared to give up. He is best known as part of the duo, Foster and Allen.

]]> Mike Foster at the All Ireland Fleadh in Ennis http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20170827d1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20170827d1.mp3 10:28 info@irishradio.ca (Austin Comerton) Austin Comerton no Sun, 27 Aug 2017 12:22:00 +0000 Allisio Gomes Allisio Gomes travelled from Manchester to enjoy the All Ireland Fleadh in Ennins. Allisio is 11 years of age and his teacher introduced him and other students to Irish music. He was busking playing the uillean pipes in Ennis.

]]> Allisio Gomes http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20170827e1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20170827e1.mp3 3:34 info@irishradio.ca (Austin Comerton) Austin Comerton no Sun, 27 Aug 2017 12:18:00 +0000 Bam Artist Artiste Bam Artist Artiste is an native of Jamaica and now lives in Galway where he works as an artist and street performer. He has, over the past 11 years, learned to speak some Irish.

]]> Bam Artist Artiste http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20170827c1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20170827c1.mp3 5:26 info@irishradio.ca (Austin Comerton) Austin Comerton no Sun, 27 Aug 2017 12:12:00 +0000 Meaghan Haughian from Saskatoon Meaghan Haughian Saskatoon, Meghain was awarded the ICUF Scholarship in 2012 and studied and conversed in the Irish language while spending time on the Aran Islands. She was a member of the Residuals in Saskatoon and plays mandolin, flute, whistle, uilleann pipesand provides vocals. She was attending the Fleadh in Ennis 2017

]]> Meaghan Haughian from Saskatoon http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20170827b1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20170827b1.mp3 5:20 info@irishradio.ca (Austin Comerton) Austin Comerton no Sun, 27 Aug 2017 12:06:00 +0000 Singer Sean Keane chats about his career and the first time he competed in the Fleadh in Ennis Seán Keane from County Galway is decribed as the `greatest musical find of the 90`s` by `The London Independent`. Traditional Irish, folk and even country and blues songs all lend themselves to his unique style and unforgettable voice. Growing up in a family of singers and musicians, Seán learned the sean-nós style of singing from his mother and his aunts.Singing was his life, even in early childhood; by the time Seán reached his teens, he had collected thirteen All-Ireland medals in Fleadh Ceoil competitions. He was by then an accomplished whistle and flute player as well and had taken up the uilleann pipes and bodhraun.

]]> Singer Sean Keane chats about his career and the first time he competed in the Fleadh in Ennis http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20170827a1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20170827a1.mp3 6:06 info@irishradio.ca (Austin Comerton) Austin Comerton no Sun, 27 Aug 2017 12:00:00 +0000 Nathan was born on 28th May 1990, growing up in Liverpool. His family originate from Newry in County Down. Nathan was born on 28th May 1990, growing up in Liverpool. His family originate from Newry in County Down.He soon leaned to play the accordion and trips to Ireland to compete in Fleadh Ceoil’s became a regular feature of young Nathan’s life, and by the age of 12 he won All Ireland medals for singing, and the accordion. Nathan soon became a member of the Liverpool Ceili band, playing accordion and piano, and solo performances soon followed in Liverpool and Ireland.

On a trip to Donegal in 2009, Nathan was appearing in concert in Buncrana, where he met with songwriter John Farry. So impressed was Farry that representation soon followed and the rest, as they say, is history.Nathan’s recordings include WHERE I WANNA BE (no. 1), BEAUTIFUL LIFE (no. 1), ‘STAYIN’ UP ALL NIGHT’ which topped the Irish chart and reached the top 20 in the UK. THE WAY THAT YOU LOVE ME, TIME OF MY LIFE, THE LIVE SHOW, Audio CD & DVD. WAGON WHEEL CD, which saw him sign with Decca Records. The video single to ‘Wagon Wheel’, has generated more than a million hits on YouTube.

Nathan and his band are about to embark on their first Norht American Tour and are including Kingston, ON and Toronto as part of the tour.

 

]]> Nathan was born on 28th May 1990, growing up in Liverpool. His family originate from Newry in County Down. http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20170820e1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20170820e1.mp3 8:03 info@irishradio.ca (Austin Comerton) Austin Comerton no Sun, 20 Aug 2017 12:45:00 +0000 My name is Katie Hanlon-Wadman, I am 19 years old, and I live in Paradise, Newfoundland and Labrador, Canada. Newfoundland, Labrador Rose Katie Hanlon-Wadman My name is Katie Hanlon-Wadman, I am 19 years old, and I live in Paradise, Newfoundland and Labrador, Canada. I am currently completing my Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering at Memorial University of Newfoundland (MUN). I decided to pursue Engineering after participating in the 2014 Women in Science and Engineering Newfoundland and Labrador Student Summer Employment Program. This program places high-school girls in positions in Science and Engineering to promote women’s interest in this field.During that Summer, I worked as a Wave Pump Research Assistant at the National Research Council of Canada. Since then I have worked in many engineering related positions through my co-op program at MUN. I am very determined and hard working, having earned seven scholarships for school. Life long learning is something that I am very passionate about. From tutoring high school students, to discovering something new each day, my love for learning and passing on knowledge is tremendous.

In my spare time, I love to swim, hike, camp, rock climb, cook, and volunteer. My love for camping and volunteering came from my nine years with Girl Guides of Canada. Most recently I have volunteered with GoodLife Spin4Kids, the Community Food Sharing Association, and the Canadian Cancer Society Relay for Life. These organizations hold a special place in my heart.My Irish Heritage originates from my father’s side of the family. My three times great grandfather Timothy O’Connor was born in Kilkenny, Ireland and settled in Placentia Bay, NL in the late 1800s. As well, my great grandmother Ellen Connors (Henry) was born and raised in Belfast, Ireland and came to Newfoundland as a war bride after marrying Thomas Connors in 1944. O’Connor eventually became Connors for sounding “too Irish”. I am very proud of my Irish and Newfoundland Heritage and the impact it has on my life everyday.

]]> My name is Katie Hanlon-Wadman, I am 19 years old, and I live in Paradise, Newfoundland and Labrador, Canada. http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20170820d1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20170820d1.mp3 9:31 info@irishradio.ca (Austin Comerton) Austin Comerton no Sun, 20 Aug 2017 12:40:00 +0000 Hi’a, my name is Sinead McGahern, and I feel truly blessed and honoured to be the 2017 Western Canada Rose. I am 27 years old, and currently living in Calgary, Alberta. WESTERN CANADA ROSESINEAD McGAHERNHi’a, my name is Sinead McGahern, and I feel truly blessed and honoured to be the 2017 Western Canada Rose. I am 27 years old, and currently living in Calgary, Alberta. I was born and raised in Winnipeg, Manitoba, where my parents, Patrick and Kama decided to settle down. My father, Patrick, is from Co. Cavan and immigrated to Canada in 1976. My mother, Kama, is from Lynn Lake, a small mining town in Northern Manitoba.

When I graduated high school, I moved to Halifax, Nova Scotia to attend Dalhousie University. In 2013, I graduated with a Civil Environmental Engineering Degree and moved to Calgary. I have been working at a small environmental consulting firm for the past three years and have been fortunate enough to travel for work throughout southern Alberta and British Columbia.In my spare time, I enjoy being outdoors, especially snowboarding in the winter and hiking in the summer, primarily in the Rocky Mountains. I have a love for the arts, and enjoy painting, metal smiting, writing, and photography. Yet, my passion is dance; I attend Irish dance training twice a week, and I volunteer my time, teaching at my Irish dance Academy once per week. Most of my weekends in the spring, summer and fall are filled with adventuring throughout Alberta and British Columbia in my 1986 Westfalia VW camper van. Since I am an only child, I am very close to my parents, which has me talking on the phone to them every day and spending time with friends every chance I get.I am beyond ecstatic to be attending the 2017 Rose of Tralee International Festival as the Western Canada Rose. I cannot wait to begin this journey and show how proud I am to be an Irish Canadian, representing my family in Ireland and community in Canada.

]]> Hi’a, my name is Sinead McGahern, and I feel truly blessed and honoured to be the 2017 Western Canada Rose. I am 27 years old, and currently living in Calgary, Alberta. http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20170820c1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20170820c1.mp3 9:21 info@irishradio.ca (Austin Comerton) Austin Comerton no Sun, 20 Aug 2017 12:25:00 +0000 Vanessa Foran, a 22-year-old student completing her Bachelor of Social Sciences degree at the University of Ottawa with a specialization in International Development and Globalization and minor in Business Administration OTTAWA ROSEVANESSA FORANI am a 22-year-old student completing my Bachelor of Social Sciences degree at the University of Ottawa with a specialization in International Development and Globalization and minor in Business Administration.

I grew up in Whitby, Ontario and moved to Ottawa to study in French Immersion and be in a bilingual environment. After completing my studies, I plan to obtain a master’s degree in International Development and I am interested in working for a non-governmental development organization in the future.I have volunteered locally as well as internationally from my time helping to build a school in Tanzania when I was in high school, to being Vice President of Internal Affairs for the University of Ottawa’s International Development Conference. In 2012 I was honoured with the Celebrating Youth Award for my involvement in the Whitby Environmental Youth Alliance and the Whitby Youth Council.Throughout my studies I have worked in heritage and tourism at the Capital Information Kiosk in Ottawa, educating tourists about Canada’s history. I also worked as a tour guide at the Canadian National Vimy Memorial in France for four months, where I was able to teach visitors about Canada’s participation in the First World War. I was proud to have the opportunity to visit France, the country of my ancestors on my mother’s side. I am now looking forward to be visiting the land of my Irish ancestors for the first time this summer. My Irish roots are on my father’s side of the family as my great-great-grandfather, John Foran Jr. immigrated from Castlegregory Co. Kerry to Canada as a baby in 1840 to Huron County, Ontario. In my free time, I enjoy reading, playing guitar and exploring Ottawa by bike.

]]> Vanessa Foran, a 22-year-old student completing her Bachelor of Social Sciences degree at the University of Ottawa with a specialization in International Development and Globalization and minor in Business Administration http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20170820b1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20170820b1.mp3 11:19 info@irishradio.ca (Austin Comerton) Austin Comerton no Sun, 20 Aug 2017 12:10:00 +0000 Hi! I’m Colombe Aingeal Nadeau-O’Shea. I’m 26 years old and was born and raised in the beautiful city of Toronto. I am half French Canadian and half Irish. TORONTO ROSECOLOMBE NADEAU-O’SHEAHi! I’m Colombe Aingeal Nadeau-O’Shea. I’m 26 years old and was born and raised in the beautiful city of Toronto. I am half French Canadian and half Irish. My grandparents, aunt and uncle hail from Dublin. They came over in 1954, and once settled here had a family.

I went to an arts high school to follow my passion for visual arts (I’ve been painting since I was seven, had a solo show at 12, and had pieces hanging in the Four Seasons Hotel in Toronto for eight years). I ended up majoring in photography and dance! I also grew up playing the piano (brought to Toronto from Dublin!), and figure skating.After high-school I went to Wilfrid Laurier University, where I majored in Psychology and minored in French (I’m bilingual, and currently learning Spanish). I then took a year off, worked, and traveled the world for three months. Upon my return, I went back to school to get my Master’s degree in Fashion Theory from Ryerson University.After school (and traveling solo through South America for five weeks), I started my career as a business etiquette consultant Corporate Class Inc. I loved it, but something was missing! I took a step back from that full-time role (currently still a contractor there) to join a non-profit tech start-up. I couldn’t be more excited!Some of my hobbies and passions include (but aren’t limited to): painting, working out, traveling (been to nearly 30 countries so far, and counting!), volunteering (a huge part of my life), animals (including my ones at home – Jax, a ball python and Charlie, a budgie), music, reading, high-adrenaline sports (like sky-diving and scuba-diving), hiking, spending time with friends and family, and living and promoting a vegan lifestyle.I’m so thrilled and honoured to represent Toronto in this years’ Rose of Tralee Festival!

]]> Hi! I’m Colombe Aingeal Nadeau-O’Shea. I’m 26 years old and was born and raised in the beautiful city of Toronto. I am half French Canadian and half Irish. http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20170820a1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20170820a1.mp3 8:26 info@irishradio.ca (Austin Comerton) Austin Comerton no Sun, 20 Aug 2017 12:00:00 +0000 ‘Imagining an Irish Culture for the Future – Representing a new Ireland and engaging future generations of the Irish abroad’ Panel Discussion at Global Irish Civic Forum 2017 https://creative.ireland.ie/en‘Imagining an Irish Culture for the Future – Representing a new Ireland and engaging future generations of the Irish abroad’Panel discussion with Q&A examining the opportunities to use Irish cultural activities andsupports to reach greater numbers and locations of the Irish diaspora. With a specialpresentation on the recently launched Creative Ireland’Creative Ireland Programme— Culture, Wellbeing and the Creative SocietyCreative Ireland is the Government’s Legacy Programme for Ireland 2016 – a five-year initiative, from 2017 to 2022, which places creativity at the centre of public policy.It is a high-level, high-ambition, all-ofgovernment initiative to mainstream creativity in the life of the nation so that individually and collectively, in our personal lives and in our institutions, we can realise our full creative potential.Creative Ireland is a culture-based programme designed to promote individual, community and national wellbeing. The core proposition is that participation in cultural activity drives personal and collective creativity, with significant implications for individual and societal wellbeing and achievement.Creative Ireland is the main implementation vehicle for the priorities identified in Culture 2025/Éire Ildánach, the draft cultural policy published by the Minister for Arts, Heritage, Regional, Rural and Gaeltacht Affairs in July 2016, which sees a vibrant cultural ecosystem as essential to society. Culture 2025/Éire Ildánach states that arts and culture are intrinsic to the Irish State, acknowledges the need to increase access to, and participation in, the arts, boost our creative industries, and preserve our heritage with a particular focus on language, landscape and the environment.Creative Ireland as a 2016 legacy project is inspired by the extraordinary public response to the Centenary: the thousands of events, largely culture-based, and unprecedented public participation that brought us together in shared reflections on identity, culture and citizenship that combined history with arts, heritage and language.Creative Ireland will bring coordination and focus to existing culture-based policies and initiatives – and lead to ambitious new actions.Creative Ireland is a wellbeing strategy for people, but it will also enable a representation of Ireland to the outside world that is well grounded, widely understood and meaningful. Creative Ireland will coordinate and enable the construction of that representation, seeking coherence among all stakeholders and placing a clear focus on our rich cultural heritage and our creativity.Creative Ireland is underpinned by the key values should be identified in Culture 2025/Éire Ildánach. They are:    The intrinsic value of culture    The value of culture to our lives and our communities    The right of everyone to participate in the cultural life of the nation    The importance of the Irish language, our cultural heritage, folklore, games, music and the uniqueness of our Gaeltacht areas    The value of cultural diversity, informed by the many traditions and social backgrounds now in Ireland    The value of culture as a means of fostering a more sustainable future for Ireland, including through economic and social policy    The value of culture in presenting Ireland to the world.Moderator: John Concannon (Creative Ireland)Eithne Considine Shankar (Irish Film Festival Ottawa)Aidan Connolly (New York Irish Arts Centre)Pat Daly (GAA Director of Games Development & Research)

]]> ‘Imagining an Irish Culture for the Future – Representing a new Ireland and engaging future generations of the Irish abroad’ Panel Discussion at Global Irish Civic Forum 2017 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20170813a1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20170813a1.mp3 1:29:42 info@irishradio.ca (Austin Comerton) Austin Comerton no Sun, 13 Aug 2017 12:00:00 +0000 Aogán Ó Fearghaíl visited Ottawa Canada in August 2017 and talked about the role of the GAA in a global context for the Irish diaspora. Aogán made history in 2016 by becoming the first man from Cavan to be elected to the office of GAA President. He is the first man to be elected to the role from the province of Ulster since Monaghan native Seán McCague, who served from 2000-2003.

He visited Ottawa Canada in August 2017 and talked about the role of the GAA in a global context for the Irish diaspora.

Ó Fearghail is a native of Maudabawn, a rural area close to the town of Cootehill in Co. Cavan. His club is Drumgoon Éire Óg, the first ever winners of the All-Ireland Junior Club Football Championship. He is the Principal of Dernakesh National School, of which he himself is a former pupil.He founded the juvenile section at Drumgoon and trained U12 teams at the club for over 25 years. He served as Club Secretary throughout the 1980s, and was heavily involved in the development and establishment of the club's playing facilities at Boyle Park.He served on the Cavan County Board for 12 years in various roles, including Irish Officer, Development Officer, Secretary for the Cavan Centenary Year Committee (1984) and as the county's representative to the Ulster Council.He has been a member of the Ulster Council for 25 years (1989-2014), serving in all officer roles. He was PRO from 2001-2004, Treasurer from 2004-2007, Vice Chairman from 2007-2010 and President from 2010-2013.At national level, he has served on the PR and Presentations Committee, the Competitions Control Committee (CCC), Coiste na Gaeilge, and the Strategy Implementation Committee.He was Chairman of the Information Technology Committee and served on the GAA's Management Committee (Coiste Bainistí) from 2010-2013.

]]> Aogán Ó Fearghaíl visited Ottawa Canada in August 2017 and talked about the role of the GAA in a global context for the Irish diaspora. http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20170806c1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20170806c1.mp3 21:58 info@irishradio.ca (Austin Comerton) Austin Comerton no Sun, 06 Aug 2017 12:35:00 +0000 Peter Mangan came up with the idea for the The Freebird Club when he started renting a cottage he owns in Kerry to holidaymakers. Peter Mangan came up with the idea for the The Freebird Club when he started renting a cottage he owns in Kerry to holidaymakers. His father, a semi-retired widower, was on hand to meet and greet the visitors who loved this personal touch while Mangan snr also enjoyed the social interaction and meeting new people.Watching his father’s multiple roles as welcoming party crossed with tour guide, Peter Mangan began thinking about a framework that could facilitate peer-to-peer homestays for independently-minded older adults who like to travel. He started working on the idea in early 2014 and in a few months time will launch The Freebird Club, a web-based community travel platform for the over-50s .Freebird is a bit like Airbnb but with its own distinctive twists. Twist one is that Freebird is first and foremost about social interaction, so hosts are always present for visits. Secondly, it’s a club, so people pay a small membership fee to join. Thirdly, members (both hosts and guests) upload their profiles so people can identify and connect with like-minded individuals.

]]> Peter Mangan came up with the idea for the The Freebird Club when he started renting a cottage he owns in Kerry to holidaymakers. http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20170806b1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20170806b1.mp3 22:30 info@irishradio.ca (Austin Comerton) Austin Comerton no Sun, 06 Aug 2017 12:15:00 +0000 For over 35 years, singer Mary Black has been a dominant presence in Irish music, both at home and abroad. For over 35 years, singer Mary Black has been a dominant presence in Irish music, both at home and abroad. She has shared stages, tv shows and recording studios with some of the most revered performers of her time. She has also played a frontline role in bringing Irish music, past and present, to an increasingly appreciative and ever-growing global audience. The San Francisco Chronicle has described her as "One of the best interpretative singers around".To the acclaim and awards Mary has received over the years from both the public and the critics must also be added the esteem she has generated from her fellow artists.  Indeed, many of them have recorded and performed live with her, including Emmylou Harris, Mary Chapin Carpenter, Joan Baez and Van Morrison, not to mention a host of Irish traditional musicians and singers. Along the way she has also recorded and performed with her siblings in The Black Family and with her highly successful sister Frances.Coming from an intensely musical family, with her mother a fine singer and her father an entertaining fiddle player, Mary first came to the music public’s attention in the late ‘70s as a member of the group General Humbert with whom she recorded and toured. In 1983 she teamed up with guitarist/producer Declan Sinnott (later to become Christy Moore’s musical sidekick) and released her eponymously-named debut solo album. It reached No. 4 in the Irish Charts and is ranked among the best Irish albums of the early 1980's.  It won her the Irish Independent Arts Award for Music, the first in a staggering sequence of awards that continue to come her way.She was named Entertainer of the Year in 1986 and Best Female Artist in 1987 and 1988.But her popularity reached a new level with the release of the pioneering album No Frontiers in 1989. It generated triple-platinum sales as Mary's reputation began spreading far beyond her native shores to Europe, Australia, Japan and the USA, thanks to her superb stage shows and the success of her recordings in those markets. Babes in the Wood came in 1991, arriving in the Irish charts in the No 1 slot, and was followed by two sell-out shows at London’s prestigious Royal Albert Hall.  Her UK concerts prompted hugely positive reviews from The Guardian, The Times and The Telegraph. She was also featured on the cover of the US music trade Bible Billboard which described her as "a firm favorite to join the heavy-hitting ranks of such Irish artists as Enya, Sinéad O’Connor and Clannad's Máire Brennan in the international marketplace.” They were right.In 2002 Mary was the subject of the revealing documentary Still Believing. It celebrated her extraordinary life in music, tracing her progress from her birthplace in Dublin’s inner city on a journey that has seen her conquer the musical world. Its recording was followed by a video of Mary and her band filmed on the final night of a triumphant week-long run at the Olympia Theatre in Dublin – one of Mary’s favourite venues. 2008 marked the 25th anniversary of Mary's first solo album, and to celebrate the momentous occasion Mary released a special compilation double album 25 Years/25 Songs. It featured a personal, hand-picked selection of gems spanning Mary's career and it still serves as a testament to the extraordinary range and quality of both her vocal prowess and her astute song selection. Mary recorded two brand new songs for the project, and the album went straight to No. 1 in the Irish charts, where it remained for a staggering five weeks, spending over seven months in the Irish top 40!

]]> For over 35 years, singer Mary Black has been a dominant presence in Irish music, both at home and abroad. http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20170806a1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20170806a1.mp3 10:45 info@irishradio.ca (Austin Comerton) Austin Comerton no Sun, 06 Aug 2017 12:00:00 +0000 Moderator Tim O'Connor, Sinead Crowley, Joe Thompson, Cathy Murphy, Stephen Ahern, at Irish Civic Forum 2017 Moderator Tim O'Connor, Sinead Crowley, Joe Thompson, Cathy Murphy, Stephen Ahern

Sinead CrowleyIIBN is the leading network of Irish entrepreneurs and business professionals.  The objective of IIBN is to facilitate greater communication and connectivity between successful Irish business people all over the world with a view to identifying and exploiting new business opportunities.IIBN achieves its objectives in the following ways:• By facilitating networking among members at local and global level• By fostering and nurturing Irish entrepreneurs• By mentoring the next generation of Irish entrepreneurs

 

Joe ThompsonThe Irish Australian Support Association of Queensland Inc. (IASAQ) is a Charity Organisation that looks after the Welfare of  Irish Australians from all backgrounds, faiths & walks of life, in Queensland.  Funded by the Irish Government under the Emigrant Support Programe from Department of Foreign affairs and Trade, with a sister organisations in Sydney, Melbourne and Perth which along with the Irish Embassy in Canberra, the Consulate in Sydney and the Honorary Consulate in Perth, provide continent wide access to information and supports for the Diaspora in Australia.The aim is to support the Irish community in Queensland where possible, in times of need or distress.  They may require help in accessing services, need information for newly arrived, require a new Irish passport, or need support if they find themselves in a tricky situation.  

Cathy MurphyI/CAN gives information—not advice. Citizenship and Immigration Canada is your main resource. I/CAN has no immigration lawyers or consultants on staff.I/CAN provide:    information on work permits and permanent residency    seminars facilitated by volunteer specialists    essential guides and up-to-date news    helpful settlement links    direction to services in your community if you are in crisis    a witness for your passport application (in Toronto only)

Stephen AhernIrish Outreach San Diego is a vibrant, multi-service center focused on assisting;    Irish citizens    Those of Irish ancestry    Irish visitors (summer students) in San Diego.Established in 1999, we are a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization that serves the Irish community in San Diego and throughout Southern California. We are the regional member center of the Coalition of Irish Immigration Centers (CIIC) and are officially recognized by the Irish Consulate in San Francisco. We work with many local entities to insure the Irish are welcomed, supported in the community, and their interests and rich cultural heritage are promoted within the region. We are particularly focused on assisting new arrivals and the vulnerable and elderly in the Irish community.

 

]]> Moderator Tim O'Connor, Sinead Crowley, Joe Thompson, Cathy Murphy, Stephen Ahern, at Irish Civic Forum 2017 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=201707301.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=201707301.mp3 1:23:31 info@irishradio.ca (Austin Comerton) Austin Comerton no Sun, 30 Jul 2017 12:00:00 +0000 Lochlann Scott Lochlann Scott, Irish Abroad Counselling Service – Cabhrú:Cabhrú helps to address the emotional support needs of distressed and vulnerable Irish emigrants. To that end Cabhrú provides Free Online Counselling Service; which is available 7 days a week!Helplink.ie identified the need for Cabhrú through our award winning online counselling service. Since it was established in 2012, this service has supported not only distressed people in their homes nationally but also many Irish citizens abroad.Our counsellors have already been supporting the Irish abroad that have been experiencing the following: bullying, depression, loneliness, lack of familiar support structure, transitional stress and anxiety, displacement, self-esteem and addiction issue.With the assistance of the Department of Foreign Affairs and the support of the GAA and An Post, Helplink Support Services launched free online counselling service on September 10th 2016; initially for the Irish in Australia and now for Irish residents in Canada.With the assistance of the Department of Foreign Affairs and the support of the GAA and An Post, Helplink Support Services launched our free online counselling service on September 10th 2016; initially for the Irish in Australia and now for Irish residents in Canada.http://www.helplink.ie/cabhru

]]> Lochlann Scott http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20170723b1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20170723b1.mp3 25:25 info@irishradio.ca (Austin Comerton) Austin Comerton no Sun, 23 Jul 2017 12:30:00 +0000 Karen McHugh Karen McHugh, CEO Safehome Ireland:Safe Home Ireland was set up as a Pilot Project in January 2000 by a local GP and our current Chairperson, Dr. Jerry Cowley. At that time, as a rural GP and Chairman of a Voluntary Housing scheme based in Mulranny, a number of people enquired about the possibility of their elderly relatives returning home to live in their native area. Publicity around the Pilot Project increased with queries coming from all over the world, highlighting the demand and need for a separate organisation. Successful campaigning and support from the Department of Foreign Affairs & Trade ensured that Safe Home was registered as an Organisation in its own right in 2002.Over the years, Safe Home Ireland has evolved from simply providing a housing option for older Irish born emigrants. Alongside this role, we now provide an information and advisory service for anyone considering a move to Ireland and we offer support for those who having moved back, require assistance.Safehome assist qualifying* (per criteria below) older Irish born emigrants to return to secure accommodation in Ireland. We liaise with Housing Associations in Ireland to explore appropriate secure housing options for qualifying older Irish emigrants seeking to return to social housing.Qualifying Criteria:    Older Irish born emigrants living abroad    Aged 57 Yrs +    Capable of Independent living    Living in rented accommodation abroad and unable to provide accommodation for themselves (from their own income/savings) on return to Ireland.http://www.safehomeireland.com/

]]> Karen McHugh http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20170723a1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20170723a1.mp3 28:40 info@irishradio.ca (Austin Comerton) Austin Comerton no Sun, 23 Jul 2017 12:00:00 +0000 Raymond M Keogh

Dublin GPO – headquarters of the Irish rebellion 1916

The 101st anniversary of Easter Tuesday 1916 has passed. It was the day that Gerald Keogh was gunned down at dawn by Anzac troops who were defending Trinity College Dublin against Irish freedom fighters.

Anzac Day 2015 was also the 100th anniversary of the landing of troops from Australia and New Zealand at Gaba Tepe on the Gallipoli Peninsula. This event is often described as the birth of nationhood of these countries.[1]

Given that the 1916 Rising is also considered symbolic of Ireland’s birth pangs into nationhood, Gerald’s death represents a double irony: an accidental clash of potent national symbols, executed through the heroic figures of Irish rebel and Anzac digger.

The collision of revered traditions becomes the starting point for our examination of identity, which is named after Gerald, the victim of this unintended clash.

We begin with the question:

What is Irish Identity?

Responses are often diametrically opposed, polemic or trite, but not necessarily enlightening.

The Irish Times asked readers to tweet their definition of “Irishness”.[2] Their selection included: #beingirishmeans …

• Having freckles – Niall
• You can mime the whole national anthem – Colm Keegan
• Nothing really. Other than buying into the view that there could possibly be an all-encompassing national stereotype – Cathal McQuaid

Academic notions of Irish identity

Academic notions of Irish identity do not guarantee that they are more informative than off-the-cuff tweets. Fintan O’Toole contends that: For very long time now, being Irish has meant negotiating between lots of different allegiances, experiences and contexts.[3] Perhaps this is why the Irish … seem to lack a clear sense of themselves and their own culture.[4] Desmond Fennell takes the argument to its extreme, contending that Ireland has become … a nothing mosaic with no binding identity.[5] In a milieu of cultural confusion it is understandable why Dermot Casey would make the comment that he … never had a good answer to the question ‘What does it mean to be Irish?’’[6]

What a sad fate—many will say—if the Irish emerge after a century of freedom, only to find that they have lost the very essence of what they set out to establish in the first place: their own identity. But what is IDENTITY?

http://ourownidentity.com/

]]> Raymond M Keogh http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=201707161.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=201707161.mp3 51:09 info@irishradio.ca (Austin Comerton) Austin Comerton no Sun, 16 Jul 2017 12:00:00 +0000 Graham Roy In 1853, caught up in the excitement and foreseeing the benefits of a railway, the municipalities in the United Counties of Lanark and Renfrew secured land and agreed to underwrite the Brockville and Ottawa Railway Company (B&O) to the tune of £200,000.

The first phase of the railway started at Brockville and ran to Smiths Falls. It was to be continued to Arnprior and Pembroke, with several branch lines to Westport, Newboro, and Merrickville. Only a line to Perth was realized.

The inaugural run from Brockville to Smiths Falls began on a sub-zero February morning in 1859. Travelling at 15 mph, the wood-burning locomotive carrying two coaches filled with passengers took 2 ½ hours to reach Smiths Falls. The trip to Perth took another 7 hours because of a broken coupling and lack of water. Five years of construction took a heavy toll on the B&O: interest payments could not be met and refinancing had to be arranged.

The line was extended to Carleton Place in 1859 and reached the Ottawa River through Almonte, Arnprior, and Sand Point in 1864. B & O turned over the right to build from Arnprior to Pembroke to Canada Central Railway and the line was extended through Renfrew County in the 1870s. Both companies were united under Canadian Pacific Railway Company and linked with a transcontinental network in 1881.

]]> Graham Roy http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20170709b1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20170709b1.mp3 25:58 info@irishradio.ca (Austin Comerton) Austin Comerton no Sun, 09 Jul 2017 12:30:00 +0000 John Weir Our museum is located on 10.5 acres in the heart of Smiths Falls. Our station building, built in 1912 by the Canadian Northern Ontario Railway, is a National Historic Site.

Efforts to acquire this station began in April 1979, when Canadian National embargoed their Smiths Falls Subdivision between Smiths Falls and Strathcona. VIA responded by moving their night trains over to the CPR Brockville Subdivision, and CN applied for permission to abandon and demolish the structure.

Local resident Bill LeSurf took up the cause, hurriedly gathering support from people and organizations across the region. The interim “Save Our Station” (SOS) committee evolved over time. It grew into what is now the Smiths Falls Railway Museum Corporation. Bill’s efforts succeeded in obtaining a reprieve for the station, and negotiations with CN began in earnest.

]]> John Weir http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20170709a1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20170709a1.mp3 27:53 info@irishradio.ca (Austin Comerton) Austin Comerton no Sun, 09 Jul 2017 12:00:00 +0000 Anne Krausner, Ingrid Bron, Shaun Pankow In the 1840s during the Irish Great Famine, and between the dates of 1847 to 1856, more than 6,000 people were force-migrated from the Coollattin Estate in County Wicklow, Ireland, many of whom landed in Smiths Falls and the surrounding region. 

At the time, the Coollattin estate was owned by the Fitzwilliam family, who attempted to help former tenants on their estate find productive labour in Canada.  The Ambassador of Canada to Ireland, His Excellency, Mr. Kevin Vickers, recently visited the Coollattin Estate and launched the Coollattin Canadian Connection.

Ingrid Bron told council the town was first approached by Kevin Lee, an Irish historian of the Coollattin Estate and Carnew, and the project leader of the Coollattin Canadian Connection who visited Smiths Falls in 2014.  While in Smiths Falls, Lee noted that the graveyards in Smiths Falls contained similar names to those in County Wicklow.

“In the 1870s over 50 per cent of the town of Smiths Falls were Irish,” Bron said, noting that the “Carnew twinning will give Irish descendants in Canada and Ireland something to gravitate around.”

Mayor Pankow said that the percentage of Irish descendants in Smiths Falls may be close to 50 per cent even today, and pointed out that when you look at some of the names of the families who migrated from Ireland, many of them are common names in Smiths Falls and area. One familiar name is Balfe; members of the Balfe family migrated to Canada and settled on what is now the Smiths Falls Golf and Country Club, where a plaque commemorates the family today.

]]> Anne Krausner, Ingrid Bron, Shaun Pankow http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20170702e1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20170702e1.mp3 19:12 info@irishradio.ca (Austin Comerton) Austin Comerton no Sat, 08 Jul 2017 21:18:00 +0000 Mick Burns It was fitting that the grand celebratory event marking the finale of our week should held in historic Coollattin House, the epicentre of the  once all powerful Coollattin Estate. It was also fitting that our Canadian and American visitors were greeted on arrival by Lord and Lady Fitzwilliam, Lady Mary, Lady Alice, butler Finn, groomsman Behan, cook Browne as well as all of the ancillary staff at the big house. A cheese and wine reception in the Library was followed by a tour of the house, a big screen depiction of the the Coollattin Clearances and a concert which showcased the very best of Wicklow talent. The evening concluded with a barbecue on the front lawn. As the Canadian national flag was raised, Anne Kraushaar gave an uplifting rendition of the Canadian national anthem.

]]> Mick Burns http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20170702d1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20170702d1.mp3 14:17 info@irishradio.ca (Austin Comerton) Austin Comerton no Sat, 08 Jul 2017 21:10:00 +0000 Patricia Kenny ​Throughout the first six decades of the nineteenth century there was a constant exodus from the Coollattin estate to Canada and, in particular, to the province of Ontario. Emigration commenced in the years which followed the 1798 rebellion. During these dark years neighbour had fallen out with neighbour, and in cases, brother set against brother. Agents from shipping companies such as that owned by the Ellys of New Ross,went from village to village in south Wicklow recruiting all who wished to travel and who could afford the fare.​From the mid 1830's onward Earl Fitzwilliam, who owned the Coollattin Estate assisted many thousands of his tenants in finding a new life across the Atlantic. Initially emigration was through the port of Dublin and the travel was organised by the shipping firm of Miley. From 1847 to 1855 the travel for the assisted emigrants was provided by the the firm of Graves of New Ross. During these years almost 6,ooo men, women and children left Coollattin for the New World.

]]> Patricia Kenny http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20170702c1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20170702c1.mp3 6:36 info@irishradio.ca (Austin Comerton) Austin Comerton no Sat, 08 Jul 2017 21:05:00 +0000 Kevin Lee The COOLLATTIN CANADIAN CONNECTION is an initiative which has its headquarters in the village of Carnew in south County Wicklow. A major component of the brief of this company is the promotion of the rich history and heritage of the former Coollattin Estate. Partners in the project include the Genealogical Department at Wicklow County Council, Carnew Historical Society and Coollattin Golf Club. The project was jointly launched, in February last, at a function in Coollattin House. The official launch was performed jointly by His Excellency, Mr Kevin Vickers, the Canadian Ambassador to Ireland and Mr. Simon Harris T.D., Minister of State at the Department of Public Expenditure & Reform.Between the mid 1830's and 1855 tens of thousands of the tenantry on the Coollattin Estate were assisted in emigrating to Canada. The aim of CCC is to provide a forum through which the descendants of these emigrants can seek out knowledge on their family history and have a return to the land of their forefathers facilitated.Going forward, a long term aim of the Coollattin Canadian Connection is to plan and develop in south County Wicklow, a famine village where it is hoped to recreate the houses, school, and shops which were characteristic of the estate during the mid nineteenth century.

]]> Kevin Lee http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20170702a1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20170702a1.mp3 12:44 info@irishradio.ca (Austin Comerton) Austin Comerton no Sat, 08 Jul 2017 21:00:00 +0000 Kevin Staple Kevin Staple http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20170702b1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20170702b1.mp3 7:05 info@irishradio.ca (Austin Comerton) Austin Comerton no Sat, 08 Jul 2017 21:00:00 +0000 Seamus Brady Seamus Brady has built replicas of the traditional barrel caravan that was used in Ireland by the traveller community for many years. He also has built replica US wagon style caravans.

 

]]> Seamus Brady http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20170624c1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20170624c1.mp3 6:07 info@irishradio.ca (Austin Comerton) Austin Comerton no Sun, 25 Jun 2017 13:50:00 +0000 Parton Strain talks about his love of the Circus A group of enthuasists have collected model circus and midway equipment and animals and put on display at many agricultural fairs and other events around Ireland. The group has a facebook page. https://www.facebook.com/Circus-Friends-of-Ireland-268245910302935/

]]> Parton Strain talks about his love of the Circus http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20170624b1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20170624b1.mp3 4:06 info@irishradio.ca (Austin Comerton) Austin Comerton no Sun, 25 Jun 2017 13:50:00 +0000 A self guided walk though the Titanic Experience in Belfast While visiting Belfast I had the opportunity to visit the Titanic Experience. There was a lot of background noise during the recording. The Titanic Experience is well worth visitng should you make it to Belfast.

]]> A self guided walk though the Titanic Experience in Belfast http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20170624a1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20170624a1.mp3 46:12 info@irishradio.ca (Austin Comerton) Austin Comerton no Sun, 25 Jun 2017 13:00:00 +0000 Vanessa Foran Vanessa has been selected to represent Ottawa at the 2017 Rose of Tralee Festival in Ireland. She attended the Ottawa Welcomes the World - Ireland Day and talked about the upcoming trip to Ireland.

]]> Vanessa Foran http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20170618e1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20170618e1.mp3 6:38 info@irishradio.ca (Austin Comerton) Austin Comerton no Sun, 18 Jun 2017 12:48:00 +0000 Catherine McKenna Minister McKenna shares her thought on the Irish participation in Ottawa Welcomes the World for Canada 150th Celebrations

]]> Catherine McKenna http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20170618d1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20170618d1.mp3 2:53 info@irishradio.ca (Austin Comerton) Austin Comerton no Sun, 18 Jun 2017 12:44:00 +0000 John Teeling & Meg Hennessy Dublin has traditionally been the heart of the Irish whiskey industry. During Walter Teeling’s time there were over 37 different distilleries in Dublin. The Liberties area of Dublin in particular was recognised as the epicentre for Dublin whiskey and was dubbed the ‘Golden Triangle’ due to the number of distilleries clustered in a one mile radius. During the 19th century Dublin whiskey became globally recognised as the Premier whiskey in the world.

Renowned for its “smooth” and unique “character” it sold at a premium to all other types of whiskey. As a result of this success some of the largest distilleries in the world emerged from these small craft Dublin distillers. Unfortunately as Irish whiskey fell on hard times so did distilling in Dublin and the last still ran cold in 1976 until now.

 

 

]]> John Teeling & Meg Hennessy http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=201706181.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=201706181.mp3 41:02 info@irishradio.ca (Austin Comerton) Austin Comerton no Sun, 18 Jun 2017 12:00:00 +0000 Glen Cross provides a guided walk through the Ulster Transport Museum A museum of international renown, the Ulster Folk & Transport Museum is regarded as being amongst the best of its kind in the world.  Set in over 170 acres of rolling landscape overlooking Belfast Lough, visitors can wander through the past and discover how people lived and travelled over the centuries.he railway collection is housed in the largest single museum gallery space in Ireland.Rail Gallery at the Ulster Folk and Transport MuseumSteam locomotives, passenger carriages and goods wagons are combined with extensive railway memorabilia, interactive displays and visitor facilities including a children's play area.The Irish Railway Collection tells the story of over 150 years of railway history.The earliest vehicle is a carriage from Ireland's first railway, the Dublin and Kingstown Railway. The star attraction, however, is Maedb, the largest and most powerful steam locomotive, to be built and run, in Ireland (click image to enlarge).People have invented vehicles for different working purposes over hundreds of years.Lilliput Laundry & Dyeworks Ltd delivery van, Dunmurry. Click image to enlarge. Without vehicles, the potential of any business is limited. This exhibition recognises and appreciates the contribution of transport to our economy - past, present and future

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]]> Glen Cross provides a guided walk through the Ulster Transport Museum http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=201706111.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=201706111.mp3 56:06 info@irishradio.ca (Austin Comerton) Austin Comerton no Sun, 11 Jun 2017 12:01:00 +0000 Jim Kelly, Irish Ambassador to Canada.; The attitude towards Ireland in Canada is overwhelmingly positive. Relations between Ireland and Canada are close, based on family ties, cultural affinities, and shared democratic political traditions. Almost 3.9 million Canadians or 13% of the population claim some Irish ancestry. This helps a great deal in opening doors and establishing rapport. Ireland’s positive image in Canada will add to the level of attention that we can expect to receive in the country.The Trade Mission visited Toronto (30th, 31st May & 1st June) and Ottawa (2nd of June). TThe Trade Mission had a multi-sector focus, with attention paid in particular to ICT/Internet of Things (IoT), Financial Services and Technology (FinTech), Retail and Retail Technologies.Trade Mission events provided an opportunity for Irish companiesto network with potential business contacts/partners based in Canada.

]]> Jim Kelly, Irish Ambassador to Canada.; http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20170604e1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20170604e1.mp3 13:39 info@irishradio.ca (Austin Comerton) Austin Comerton no Sun, 04 Jun 2017 12:45:00 +0000 Neil Cooney, VP Enterprise Ireland Toronto Enterprise Ireland organised a Trade Mission to Canada which took place from the 30th of May to the 2nd of June 2017. The Trade Mission was led by the Minister of State for Office of Public Works and Flood Relief, Seán Canney T.D.This Trade Mission highlighted the increasing opportunities for Irish firms in Canada, in light of the signing of the Comprehensive Economic and Trade Agreement (CETA) between the EU & Canada, earlier this year. Enterprise Ireland client companies’ exports to Canada reached €280m/$400m in 2015, up 7% from the previous year and are forecast to have grown strongly again in 2016.

]]> Neil Cooney, VP Enterprise Ireland Toronto http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20170604d1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20170604d1.mp3 9:28 info@irishradio.ca (Austin Comerton) Austin Comerton no Sun, 04 Jun 2017 12:40:00 +0000 Kate Hickey Exec Dir Ireland Canada Business Association:EI Trade Mission June 2017 The Ireland Canada Business Association was established to promote, develop and enable trade  between Ireland and Canada.  The ICBA  has a strong Business Network which assists members in availing of business opportunities in both Ireland and Canada. The ICBA is built around its membership and  promotes the interests of its members through lobbying, education and the provision of a programme of high calibre business events. The Patron of the Association is the Ambassador Kevin Vickers.

]]> Kate Hickey Exec Dir Ireland Canada Business Association:EI Trade Mission June 2017 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20170604c1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20170604c1.mp3 7:13 info@irishradio.ca (Austin Comerton) Austin Comerton no Sun, 04 Jun 2017 12:35:00 +0000 Kevin Vickers EI Trade Mission June 2017 Kevin Vickers EI Trade Mission June 2017 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20170604b1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20170604b1.mp3 14:06 info@irishradio.ca (Austin Comerton) Austin Comerton no Sun, 04 Jun 2017 12:16:00 +0000 Sean Canney EI Trade Mission June 2017 Enterprise Ireland organised a Trade Mission to Canada which took place from the 30th of May to the 2nd of June 2017. The Trade Mission was led by the Minister of State for Office of Public Works and Flood Relief, Seán Canney T.D.This Trade Mission highlighted the increasing opportunities for Irish firms in Canada, in light of the signing of the Comprehensive Economic and Trade Agreement (CETA) between the EU & Canada, earlier this year. Enterprise Ireland client companies’ exports to Canada reached €280m/$400m in 2015, up 7% from the previous year and are forecast to have grown strongly again in 2016.

]]> Sean Canney EI Trade Mission June 2017 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20170604a1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20170604a1.mp3 15:45 info@irishradio.ca (Austin Comerton) Austin Comerton no Sun, 04 Jun 2017 12:00:00 +0000 David Graham David Graham: A Tour of Belfast City Hall:Free public tours of Belfast City Hall are available Monday to Sunday. Led by an experienced guide, they last around one hour and uncover the history of Belfast City Hall, while exploring some of its finest features.You can also visit the Titanic Memorial Garden and a number of monuments and memorials.Look out for the Belfast City Hall illuminations as they light up the building in a variety of colours and combinations at night, showing off the building's beautiful architectural features.Free ToursFree public tours are available:    Monday to Friday: 11am, 2pm and 3pm    Saturday and Sunday: 12noon, 2pm and 3pmThe front doors of Belfast City Hall are open on Saturday and Sunday from 10am – 4pm.Tours on bank holidays and public holidays are subject to change. For further information, please visit www.belfastcity.gov.uk/tours.

]]> David Graham http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20170528b1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20170528b1.mp3 22:57 info@irishradio.ca (Austin Comerton) Austin Comerton no Sun, 28 May 2017 12:30:00 +0000 Barbara Taylor & Maureen Lukie Barbara Taylor & Maureen Lukie of Toronto Irish Players:TIP Production of Outside Mullingar was selected as best show at the Actco Gala on Saturday 8th April. This production represented Actco and TIP at the Theatre Ontario festival in Ottawa from May 19th - May 21st.From the author of Doubt and Moonstruck comes a romantic comedy set in rural Ireland. Anthony and Rosemary are lovelorn farmers who haven’t got a clue when it comes to love. These hopeless singletons will need to overcome a bitter land feud, familial rivalries and their own romantic fears to find happiness. Full of dark humor and poetic prose, John Patrick Shanley’s tenderhearted portrait reminds us it’s never too late to take a chance on love.Outside Mullingar won for best production, director, set design, visual achievement. Elaine O'Neal and Chris Irving were both nominated for lead performance with Chris taking the award. Barbara Taylor and Dermot Walsh were both nominated for supporting performances with Barbara taking the award. We also received an award from theatre tech for our impressive move in/strike team and an award for most memorable moment.

]]> Barbara Taylor & Maureen Lukie http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20170528a1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20170528a1.mp3 24:39 info@irishradio.ca (Austin Comerton) Austin Comerton no Sun, 28 May 2017 12:00:00 +0000 John Lee & Aideen NiCleirigh John Lee has established OLDDUBLINTOWN.COM as a website that features a large volume of old photography from around Dublin. He promotes the site with his twitter and facebook accounts and has attracted nearly 25k twitter followers.John takes us on a tour of the Liberties, Inchicore, Goldenbridge Cemetery and Richmond Barracks.

His relaxed style brings you through the streets of Old Dublin.

Aideen NiCleirigh gives an overview of the Richmond Barracks experience.

]]> John Lee & Aideen NiCleirigh http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=201705211.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=201705211.mp3 57:39 Info@irishradio.ca (Austin Comerton) Austin Comerton no Sun, 21 May 2017 18:27:00 +0000 Glen Cross walks us through the Ulster Folk Museum. Glen Cross walks us through the Ulster Folk Museum.The Ulster Folk and Transport Museum is situated in Cultra, Northern Ireland, about 11 kilometres (6.8 mi) east of the city of Belfast. It comprises two separate museums, the Folk Museum and the Transport Museum. The Folk Museum endeavours to illustrate the way of life and traditions of the people in Northern Ireland, past and present, while the Transport Museum explores and exhibits methods of transport by land, sea and air, past and present. The museum ranks among Ireland's foremost visitor attractions and is a former Irish Museum of the Year. The Folk Museum houses a variety of old buildings and dwellings which have been collected from various parts of Ireland and rebuilt in the grounds of the museum, brick by brick. 170 acres (0.69 km2) are devoted to illustrating the rural way of life in the early 20th century, and visitors can stroll through a recreation of the period's countryside complete with farms, cottages, crops, livestock, and visit a typical Ulster town of the time called "Ballycultra", featuring shops, churches, and both terraced and larger housing and a Tea room run by Eurest Services, a sub division of the Compass Catering Service. Regular activities include open hearth cooking, printing, needlework, and traditional Irish crafts demonstrations. The allocation of a considerable sum of lottery money has enabled the museum to build a large outhouse in the centre of Ballycultra town. This new structure houses unusual relics from Ulster's past, such as an unusual waffle iron from the mid-19th century, an old 'poteen' distillery from Portmore and the first twin axle bicycle ever seen in Ireland. A little more offbeat is the 'Worlds Largest Sausage', a 17-foot-long (5.2 m) banger, the creation of Newtownards man Seamus McTavish. All these new developments have aided UFTM in developing a new visitor base and have gained the site international recognition.

]]> Glen Cross walks us through the Ulster Folk Museum. http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=201705141.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=201705141.mp3 1:04:36 info@irishradio.ca (Austin Comerton) Austin Comerton no Sun, 14 May 2017 12:00:00 +0000 Senator Trevor Ó Clochartaigh Trevor Ó Clochartaigh is an Irish Sinn Féin politician and member of Seanad Éireann. Ó Clochartaigh was born and raised in Huddersfield, England. His parents came from the Connemara area of County Galway.

]]> Senator Trevor Ó Clochartaigh http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20170507c1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20170507c1.mp3 7:56 info@irishradio.ca (Austin Comerton) Austin Comerton no Sun, 07 May 2017 12:40:00 +0000 Senator Billy Lawless Global Irish Civic Forum brings diaspora groups together in DublinMore than 200 people from 150 organisations worldwide to took part.More than 200 people representing 150 Irish diaspora organisations around the world are gathering in Dublin Castle today for the second Global Irish Civic Forum.Among the topics up for discussion at the two-day event are proposals to extend voting rights in presidential elections to citizens living outside the State; the implementation of the Government’s diaspora policy, published just before the last forum in 2015; new emigration trends and the future needs of the Irish abroad; and how returning emigrants can be better supported. Billy Lawless is an Irish businessman and independent politician, appointed Senator on 27 May 2016.Senator Lawless is native of Rahoon, County Galway. He emigrated to Chicago in 1998.He is a board member and co-founder of the Illinois Business Immigration Coalition (IBIC) and Chair of Chicago Celts for Immigration Reform.Senator Lawless has been credited with helping the cause of Irish immigrants and undocumented Irish in America, and was made Freeman of Galway City in 2015 for these efforts.On 27 May 2016, Taoiseach Enda Kenny appointed Lawless to the 25th Seanad Éireann, becoming the first overseas Irish Senator.

]]> Senator Billy Lawless http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20170507b1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20170507b1.mp3 6:50 info@irishradio.ca (Austin Comerton) Austin Comerton no Sun, 07 May 2017 12:30:00 +0000 Director: Neasa Ní Chianáin talks about her award winning documentary film School Life ong careers are drawing to a close for John and Amanda, who teach Latin, English, and guitar at a stately home-turned-school, where they are legends with a mantra: "Reading. 'Rithmetic. Rock 'n' roll!" But leaving is the hardest lesson.Outside the village of Kells, in County Meath, Ireland, lies an unexpected utopia: the 200-year-old Headfort House, which is home to Headfort School, a thoroughly modern teaching institution. Here, a group of 80 children from around the world, between the ages of seven and thirteen, live, learn, make lifetime friends, and thrive under the care of 20 staff. During the day, they attend classes where teachers inspire debate and discussion. In the afternoons, they build forts in the forest that surrounds the school. And they find their passions in a wealth of extracurricular activities, from sports to music to drama. As a boarding school, Headfort operates with the “in loco parentis philosophy”: it’s the teachers’ full time job to not just teach but also care for all of the students’ emotional needs.

]]> Director: Neasa Ní Chianáin talks about her award winning documentary film School Life http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20170507a1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20170507a1.mp3 24:23 info@irishradio.ca (Austin Comerton) Austin Comerton no Sun, 07 May 2017 12:00:00 +0000 Minister Joe Mc Hugh Joe McHugh became a Fine Gael public representative in June 1999 when he was elected to represent the Milford electoral area as a Member of Donegal County Council. Cllr McHugh proposed the establishment of Donegal Youth Council, which led to the first democratically-elected youth forum in Ireland. Cllr McHugh was also appointed as Chairperson of ERNACT (European Region Network for the Application of Communications Technology), where he placed emphasis on broadband provision in border areas.He was elected to Seanad Éireann in 2002 and served as Fine Gael Seanad Spokesperson on Community, Rural, Gaeltacht and Marine Affairs from 2002-2007. He was selected by Fine Gael as the Party’s Donegal North-East candidate for the 2007 general election. He amassed 22.6% to top the poll in the 2007 general election, and was elected to Dáil Éireann, re-establishing a Fine Gael Dáil presence in Donegal North-East after 10 years without Fine Gael Dáil representation in the constituency. He was appointed as Fine Gael Spokesperson on North-South Cooperation followed in October 2007and authored 'The Fine Gael Border Forum Report' in July 2010. This 16-page policy document set out the Party's plans for North-South economic synergies and for job creation in the Border region. Proposals set out in the Report are being implemented as part of the Fine Gael-Lab 2011-2016 Programme for Government. He established the Fine Gael Border Forum in February 2010.Before being elected, Joe was a geography and maths teacher at Loreto Convent in Letterkenny from 1993-95 and taught A-level economics in Dubai in 1995-96. He worked as a Community Youth Worker in Glenwood, Letterkenny from 1996-1999.

]]> Minister Joe Mc Hugh http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20170507d1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20170507d1.mp3 8:36 info@irishradio.ca (Austin Comerton) Austin Comerton no Sat, 06 May 2017 17:05:00 +0000 Lynn Brady Research your relatives, family tree or discover the stories of the people buried in Glasnevin Trust Cemeteries.

 

Lynn Brady explains the resources and facilities available.

]]> Lynn Brady http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20170423c1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20170423c1.mp3 8:18 info@irishradio.ca (Austin Comerton) Austin Comerton no Sun, 23 Apr 2017 08:45:00 +0000 Peter Dolan talks about Moate's efforts to revitalize the town. Peter Dolan - Moate Action GroupMoate Action Group was set up in April 2014 on the initiative of local councillors.  Westmeath County Council and representatives of Community Groups in the town.The objectives of the group is to provide support to local community groups, by providing links with Local Authorities and Government Agencies, to provide admin supports, to research grant opportunities, to support groups developing their actions in the Community and in developing a more holistic community ethos.  One of the aims of the group is to attempt to make Moate and it’s environs the best place tin Ireland to live, work, recreate and do business in.  The towns area of influence has been defines as the catchment area of Moate Community School.

]]> Peter Dolan talks about Moate's efforts to revitalize the town. http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20170423b1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20170423b1.mp3 12:42 info@irishradio.ca (Austin Comerton) Austin Comerton no Sun, 23 Apr 2017 08:30:00 +0000 Pater Dolan talks about Moate's efforts to re-envigorate the area. Peter Dolan - Moate Action GroupMoate Action Group was set up in April 2014 on the initiative of local councillors.  Westmeath County Council and representatives of Community Groups in the town.The objectives of the group is to provide support to local community groups, by providing links with Local Authorities and Government Agencies, to provide admin supports, to research grant opportunities, to support groups developing their actions in the Community and in developing a more holistic community ethos.  One of the aims of the group is to attempt to make Moate and it’s environs the best place tin Ireland to live, work, recreate and do business in.  The towns area of influence has been defines as the catchment area of Moate Community School.

]]> Pater Dolan talks about Moate's efforts to re-envigorate the area. http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20170423a1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20170423a1.mp3 25:21 info@irishradio.ca (Austin Comerton) Austin Comerton no Sun, 23 Apr 2017 08:00:00 +0000 Bridget Sheerin leads a walking tour of Glasnevin Cemetery Glasnevin Trust is governed by the Dublin Cemeteries Committee established by Daniel O'Connell in 1828. Glasnevin Trust includes Glasnevin, Goldenbridge, Palmerstown, Dardistown and Newlands Cross Cemeteries, Florists and Monument Works in each cemetery as well as Glasnevin Museum. As both the guardian and storyteller for over 1.5 million people, these people helped shape the Ireland of today. We want to share their stories and times with you through tours of the cemetery, a visit to the museum or through a genealogy search for your family history.Glasnevin Museum is the world's first cemetery museum. Visitors can explore the history and the lives of more than 1.5 million people that are buried here.Awarded Best Cultural Experience in Ireland at the Irish Tourism Industry Awards, Glasnevin is now one of Ireland’s most popular visitor attractions and is firmly established on the list of best things to do in Dublin. The story of modern Ireland is told through interactive exhibitions, dramatic re-enactments and daily walking tours.

In this Podcast, Bridget Sheerin leads a walking tour.

]]> Bridget Sheerin leads a walking tour of Glasnevin Cemetery http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=201704161.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=201704161.mp3 1:00:00 info@irishradio.ca (Austin Comerton) Austin Comerton no Sun, 16 Apr 2017 13:00:00 +0000 Maj Gen Ciaran Brennan A commemorative plauqe was unveiled in Ballyhaunis Co Mayo, on March 30th 2017 to honour Lance Corporal Patrick "Bob" Gallagher

]]> Maj Gen Ciaran Brennan http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20170409c1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20170409c1.mp3 2:41 info@irishradio.ca (Austin Comerton) Austin Comerton no Sun, 09 Apr 2017 13:25:00 +0000 Minister for Defence Paul Keogh Paul Kehoe TD was appointed Minister with Responsibility for Defence in May 2016. Paul previously served as the Government Chief Whip & Minister of State at the Departments of the Taoiseach & Defence. Minister Kehoe has also been a TD for County Wexford since he was first elected to the Dail in May 2002.He represented the Government at the commemoration of Cpl Patrick (Bob) Gallagher in Ballhaunis in March 2017.

]]> Minister for Defence Paul Keogh http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20170409a1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20170409a1.mp3 7:12 info@irishradio.ca (Austin Comerton) Austin Comerton no Sun, 09 Apr 2017 13:00:00 +0000 Diana Beresford-Kroeger brings the story of ancient sacred trees to the heart of the Boreal Forest in the new documentary Call of the Forest Diana Beresford-Kroeger, Irish-Canadian scientist and acclaimed author, brings the story of ancient sacred trees to the heart of the Boreal Forest in the new documentary Call of the Forest: The Forgotten Wisdom of Trees. The film will be screening across Canada launching in Guelph and Vancouver this month. (see below for screening dates across the Country)The documentary film Call of the Forest has a magical quality that carries us into the world's ancient forests, transporting us into a world of surprising beauty. Starting in Canada, Ms. Beresford-Kroeger’s journey spans the globe in search of the scientists, foresters and activists working to protect and replant the world's northern forests. The film explores the science, folklore, and history of this essential ecosystem. Beresford-Kroeger reminds us that when we improve our profound human connection to woodlands we can, not only, restore our health - we can restore our planet."Forests are the great protectors of our world,” says Beresford-Kroeger, "they keep the human family alive, and healthy, and prospering. They are like a green blanket protecting us from climate change, preserving our water systems, and maintaining a complex network of biodiversity. Call of the Forest offers a simple, achievable strategy for each of us to combat climate change by replanting forests in our own neighbourhoods. I am asking each person to plant one tree a year for six years, and by doing so we can all join together to help preserve the global forest."Jeff McKay, the Peabody Award-winning filmmaker, says "This film offers an opportunity to travel to remote and beautiful old growth forests, to learn how these are the building blocks of our world." He adds that, "For so many of us - it's hard to believe it but we are at a turning point, and I want to help people reconnect with forests - and the trees in our own backyard and neighbourhood. Planting trees can only help as atmospheric carbon levels have now exceeded 404 parts per million, higher than ever recorded in human history."

]]> Diana Beresford-Kroeger brings the story of ancient sacred trees to the heart of the Boreal Forest in the new documentary Call of the Forest http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20170409d1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20170409d1.mp3 28:41 info@irishradio.ca (Austin Comerton) Austin Comerton no Sun, 09 Apr 2017 12:58:24 +0000 Jimmy Laffey with intro by Gerard Jennings Jimmy Laffey of Skehana about his research on the Down Survey of Ireland. The 17th century ‘Down Survey’ resulted in the first systematic mapping of Ireland, with unprecedented levels of organisation and accuracy. It proved a milestone in Irish and world cartography and its maps were used as a record of land tenure until the advent of the Irish Ordnance Survey in the 1820s. Jimmy’s presentation outlined the historical context which brought about the survey, its planning and measurement and its hugely significant resource for us in the form of maps, Books of Distribution and Survey and the information now merged and contained online in the Down Survey site.

 

Jimmy Laffey is Public Relations Officer with the Skehana & District Heritage Group and supports the Heritage Section of Galway County Council in the delivery and implementation of its many and varied projects. In the very recent past these have included numerous events relating to Galway’s 1916 Rising Commemorations and in particular its award winning Decade of Commemorations website, Cumann na mBan publications and seminars and the highly acclaimed Farming & Country Life event at Teagasc Headquarters in Mellows Campus, Athenry.

]]> Jimmy Laffey with intro by Gerard Jennings http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=201704021.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=201704021.mp3 55:38 info@irishradio.ca (Austin Comerton) Austin Comerton no Sun, 02 Apr 2017 13:00:00 +0000 The Whileaways The Whileaways see three distinct voices combining to weave a beguiling tapestry of harmonies and beautifully crafted original songs. Their sound is true, their performances gloriously engaging. Noriana Kennedy, Nicola Joyce and Noelie Mc Donnell came to know each other’s singing over a number of years, playing in sessions in the folk melting pot of Galway city. Dipping their toe in the water as a trio, they were hailed as ‘a knockout of the festival’ at the legendary Port Fairy Folk Festival, Australia in 2012. Their debut album in 2013 was an "audacious debut" "rich in its lyrical tapestry"  and received four stars in the Irish Times and RTE Album of the Week.  Since their first release they have performed on some of the most prestiguous stages such as Tonder Folk Festival, Sligo Live and The Open House Festival in Belfast.  The Whileaways' second album 'Saltwater Kisses' released in 2015 ensures that the band continue to cut a confident trail in roots music and woo audiences with their sincerity and perfect simplicity.

]]> The Whileaways http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20170326c1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20170326c1.mp3 30:22 info@irishradio.ca (Austin Comerton) Austin Comerton Whileaways no Sun, 26 Mar 2017 08:25:00 +0000 Waterford Greenway - Simon Coveney The disused Waterford to Dungarvan Railway has now been converted into ... the remaining 22kms from Kilmacthomas to Waterford City opened on March 25th 2017. Minister Simon Coveney performed the opening cermony and discusses the tourist attractions along the Greenway.

]]> Waterford Greenway - Simon Coveney http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20170326d1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20170326d1.mp3 9:59 info@irishradio.ca (Austin Comerton) Austin Comerton Waterford Greenway no Sun, 26 Mar 2017 08:15:00 +0000 John Butler Director : Handsome Devil Irish Film Festival of Ottawa; Director:John Butler of Handsome Devil: Ned and Conor are forced to share a bedroom at their boarding school. The loner and the star athlete at this rugby-mad school form an unlikely friendship until it's tested by the authorities.

]]> John Butler Director : Handsome Devil http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20170326a1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20170326a1.mp3 7:33 info@irishradio.ca (Austin Comerton) Austin Comerton no Sun, 26 Mar 2017 08:07:00 +0000 Alan Gillis Poet Alan Gillis is from Belfast, Northern Ireland, and teaches English literature at the University of Edinburgh. He recently coedited The Oxford Handbook of Modern Irish Poetry (Oxford University Press, 2012). He attended the 2017 Versefest in Ottawa.

]]> Alan Gillis Poet http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20170326b1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20170326b1.mp3 6:31 info@irishradio.ca (Austin Comerton) Austin Comerton no Sun, 26 Mar 2017 08:00:00 +0000 Little Museum of Dublin walk through Discover the best small museum in Ireland.  Helena Osborne provides a walk through the museum.The Little Museum of Dublin tells the remarkable story of the Irish capital. Our collection was created by public donation, entry is by guided tour, and most tours fill up quickly. To avoid disappointment book your tickets online.  Described as “Dublin’s best museum experience” by The Irish Times, we are the number one museum in Ireland on TripAdvisor. A brilliant new addition to the cultural map, our famous guided tours reveal the story of a city we are proud to call our home.

]]> Little Museum of Dublin walk through http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20170319c1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20170319c1.mp3 24:44 info@irishradio.ca (Austin Comerton) Austin Comerton no Sun, 19 Mar 2017 13:25:00 +0000 Eoghan Murphy Minister of State for Financial Services, eGovernment and Public Procurement Eoghan Murphy TD was appointed Minister of State for Financial Services, eGovernment and Public Procurement in May 2016.  He is the Fine Gael TD for Dublin South East. He was elected to Dail Eireann in the February 2011 General Election.Eoghan’s priority areas are the high-tech sector and young entrepreneurs/start-ups, reforming Dáil Eireann, and international issues such as nuclear weapon disarmament.

He discusses the implications and opportunities that Brexit presents.

]]> Eoghan Murphy Minister of State for Financial Services, eGovernment and Public Procurement http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20170319b1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20170319b1.mp3 5:50 info@irishradio.ca (Austin Comerton) Austin Comerton Eoghan Murphy, Brexit no Sun, 19 Mar 2017 13:15:00 +0000 Simon Coveney Minister for Housing, Planning and Local Government Simon Coveney TD was appointed Minister for Housing, Planning and Local Government on 6 May, 2016. He previously served as Minister for Agriculture, Food and the Marine from March 2011. For the 6 month period to the end of June 2013 Simon chaired the EU Council of Agriculture & Fisheries Ministers where he was at the forefront regarding EU efforts in respect of Common Agriculture (CAP) as well as Common Fisheries (CFP) Policy reforms. Under his chairmanship both dossiers were progressed significantly, with a reform package for CFP agreed in May 2013 and a reform package for CAP agreed at the end of the Irish Presidency in July. The Defence portfolio was added to his brief on July 11, 2014. He represents the Cork South Central constituency.

He visited Canada and turned Niagara Falls Green for St Patrick's Day. Also visited Toronto and Ottawa and participated in the Ottawa parade with Canadian Govt Minister, Catherine McKenna

]]> Simon Coveney Minister for Housing, Planning and Local Government http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20170319a1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20170319a1.mp3 14:49 info@irishradio.ca (Austin Comerton) Austin Comerton Simon Coveney no Sun, 19 Mar 2017 13:00:00 +0000 Vanessa is an applicant to represent Ottawa in the 2017 Rose of Tralee Festival

Vanessa Foran is a 21 year old completing her Bachelor of Social Sciences at the University of Ottawa with a specialization in International Development and Globalization and minor in Business Administration. She also works for Heritage Canada as a Capital Information Officer, ready for Canada 150 celebrations. Vanessa won a Celebrating Youth Award in 2012, which showcases youth community leaders in the Town of Whitby. In 2015, she was Vice President of Internal Affairs for the University of Ottawa's International Development Conference. Once she graduates, Vanessa intends on working for an international development organization - specifically one that advocates for the need to address climate change in all development projects and emphasizes the importance of sustainability in international development.  Her family has been involved with Toronto's St. Patrick's Day Gala and Parade in previous years. On her paternal side, Vanessa's great-great-grandfather John Foran Jr. from Castlegregory Co. Kerry immigrated to Canada as a child in 1841 to Huron County, Ontario.

Sponsored by Heart and Crown Irish Pubs

]]> Vanessa is an applicant to represent Ottawa in the 2017 Rose of Tralee Festival http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20170312b1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20170312b1.mp3 8:05 info@irishradio.ca (Austin Comerton) Austin Comerton no Sun, 12 Mar 2017 23:39:00 +0000 Samantha Cambridge is one of the applicants to represent Ottawa in the 2017 Rose of Tralee Festival

Samantha Cambridge lives in Verdun, Quebec and works at The Beat 92.5, building a career in media and communications both behind the scenes and in front of the camera. At 24, she intends on pursuing a graduate degree in Communications. She received her Bachelors of Arts in Political Science with a minor in Law and Society from Concordia University. She studied abroad for a year at NUI Maynooth, Ireland as part of an academic exchange - even getting into the musical theatre scene while there. Samantha was honoured to represent the Montreal Irish community as Queen of their 193rd St. Patrick's Day Parade in 2016 with the opportunity to speak at social, cultural, and political functions throughout the city. Samantha comes from a family with a father involved in the Erin Sports Association. Samantha’s Irish roots are on her paternal side: In 1856, Thomas Cambridge emigrated from Carrickmacross in Co. Monaghan to Quebec City and settled in Griffintown, Montreal.

Sponsored by Irish Embassy Pub Grill Montreal

]]> Samantha Cambridge is one of the applicants to represent Ottawa in the 2017 Rose of Tralee Festival http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20170312a1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20170312a1.mp3 9:21 info@irishradio.ca (Austin Comerton) Austin Comerton no Sun, 12 Mar 2017 23:39:00 +0000 Sarah was the 2016 Ottawa Rose of Tralee

Sarah Griffin has an Honours Bachelor of Arts with specialization in Linguistics and a minor in Celtic Studies from the University of Ottawa as well as a diploma from Dawson College in Modern Languages. She would like to complete a one-year graduate certificate, starting in the fall, to be a Communicative Disorders Assistant. Born in Montreal, Sarah now lives outside of Ottawa in Lanark County. This 23-year old’s focus for the past 11 years has been competitive Irish dancing with Moran Academy in Deux-Montagnes, and Sue Fay Healy Irish Dance Studio in Ottawa. Sarah has competed at multiple championships, her most recent being the 2015 All Ireland Championships in Killarney, Co. Kerry. In the same year, Sarah received an Ireland-Canada University Fund (ICUF) scholarship to study Irish for a month in Galway. Her paternal great-grandfather emigrated from Co. Carlow and maternal great-great-grandfather left Co. Kerry, both to settle in Quebec.

]]> Sarah was the 2016 Ottawa Rose of Tralee http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20170312e1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20170312e1.mp3 9:16 info@irishradio.ca (Austin Comerton) Austin Comerton no Sun, 12 Mar 2017 23:39:00 +0000 Shaundel is aspiring to be to 2017 Ottawa Rose of Tralee

Shaundel Leamon lives in Montreal but is a proud Newfoundlander with Irish, Welsh, and Mi'kmaq First Nations ancestry. Shaundal is a 27-year-old graduate from Memorial University with a Bachelors of Arts Honours in French and Linguistics, and is presently an Administrative Assistant for Deloitte's Linguistic Services Team. After graduating, Shaundel spent time working in France as an historical tour guide on Canadian First World War battlefields and also taught English at the University of Bordeaux. A dream ambition of hers would be to one day open a bar in the south of France with her fiancé - a man from Connemara - and continue to teach English at the same time. She is a qualified referee of all four codes (LGFA, Gaelic Football, Hurling and Camogie) and currently plays both football and hurling with her sponsor, the Montreal Shamrocks GAC. Shaundel’s maternal ancestors were Callahans who came from Co. Waterford to Newfoundland in the early nineteenth century.

Sponsored by  Montreal Shamrocks GAC

]]> Shaundel is aspiring to be to 2017 Ottawa Rose of Tralee http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20170312d1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20170312d1.mp3 11:14 info@irishradio.ca (Austin Comerton) Austin Comerton no Sun, 12 Mar 2017 23:39:00 +0000 Lisa has applied to represent Ottawa in the 2017 Rose of Tralee

Lisa Wright is a 24 year old from Ottawa with a Bachelors of Arts, Honours in French studies now working full time as a teacher at St. Laurent Academy. She sees Ottawa as a city having everything she really needs: a grocery store and a Gaelic team. Lisa is actively involved with her sponsor, the Ottawa Gaels GAA. She played for Team Canada (Youth) for four consecutive years. She also represented Canada at the 2012 Ladies Gaelic Football Association All-Star game and last year played in the 2016 World Games. Lisa was overjoyed to be selected to carry the Canadian banner at Croke Park at the World Games opening ceremony. When she is not out training, Lisa writes, and is a published author of two children's books. She has been involved with different Irish community organizations including Comhaltas Ceoltóirí Éireann.  Lisa has Irish ancestry on both sides of the family hailing from Co. Kilkenny (maternal) and Ballymena Co. Antrim (paternal).

Sponsored by Ottawa Gaels GAA

]]> Lisa has applied to represent Ottawa in the 2017 Rose of Tralee http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20170312c1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20170312c1.mp3 8:48 info@irishradio.ca (Austin Comerton) Austin Comerton no Sun, 12 Mar 2017 23:39:00 +0000 Matt Cranitch chatting about his life and career Matt Cranitch grew up in a musical family in County Cork in the south of Ireland. From a young age, he displayed a particular aptitude and talent for music, and went on to establish a significant reputation as a traditional fiddle-player. He has won All-Ireland Fleadh Cheoil titles, The Fiddler of Dooney and Oireachtas Crotty Cup. He has performed in many parts of the world, at concerts and festivals, as well as on radio and television. Author of The Irish Fiddle Book, first published in 1988, and now in its fourth edition, he has also contributed to other books on Irish traditional music.

He has been involved in various performing groups, including Na Filí and Any Old Time, with each of whom he made a number of recordings, as well as Sliabh Notes, who have recorded three albums: Sliabh Notes (1995), Gleanntán (1999) and Along Blackwater’s Banks (2002). Among his other recordings are Éistigh Seal (LP, 1984; CD, 2005) which consists entirely of slow airs, and The Living Stream (2010), a highly-acclaimed recording with Jackie Daly, with whom he plays and tours regularly.

]]> Matt Cranitch chatting about his life and career http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20170305c1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20170305c1.mp3 18:15 info@irishradio.ca (Austin Comerton) Austin Comerton no Sun, 05 Mar 2017 13:37:00 +0000 Cynthia Bates & Max David: Indie women productions is staging A Man of No Importance in March of this year at The Gladstone Theatre. “A Man of No Importance" tells the story of a Dublin bus conductor named Alfie, whose hero is Oscar Wilde, whose hobby is staging amateur theatricals and whose nickname for the handsome young driver of his bus is "Bosie." Since Bosie was also Wilde's pet name for his lover, Lord Alfred Douglas, one could be excused for concluding that Alfie was gay. It tells the story of an amateur theatre group in Dublin and their leader, who is determined to stage a version of Salome at his church, despite the objections of church authorities.But the time is the early 1960s, when such clues were not easily seen in Ireland, and Alfie's sister confidently waits for him to find "the right girl," even though he is close to 60 and not exactly looking for her.

Indie women productions is staging A Man of No Importance in March of this year at The Gladstone Theatre.

]]> Cynthia Bates & Max David: Indie women productions is staging A Man of No Importance in March of this year at The Gladstone Theatre. http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20170305b1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20170305b1.mp3 14:20 info@irishradio.ca (Austin Comerton) Austin Comerton no Sun, 05 Mar 2017 13:20:00 +0000 Minister of State Joe McHugh This will be an opportunity for those supporting the Irish diaspora abroad to come to Dublin to discuss their work with these communities. The Forum will be a mixture of plenary discussions and workshops for Irish community organisations.

Attendance at the Civic Forum is open to all organisations working with Irish communities abroad. In many cases these organisations are also receiving funding under the Irish Government’s Emigrant support Programme.

With the exception of small number of panellists, it will not be possible to provide any assistance to travel costs for organisations coming to the Civic Forum and it should be noted that Emigrant Support Programme funding also cannot be utilised for this purpose.

Over the coming weeks registration for the event will be made available and a full programme providing details on the panel discussions and workshops will be announced.

]]> Minister of State Joe McHugh http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20170305a1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20170305a1.mp3 17:49 info@irishradio.ca (Austin Comerton) Austin Comerton no Sun, 05 Mar 2017 13:00:00 +0000 Dublin’s interactive experience & museum EPIC The Irish Emigration Museum is a state-of-the-art interactive experience located in the beautiful vaults of the 1820 Custom House Quarter building in Dublin’s Docklands, the original departure point for so many of Ireland’s emigrants. It will inspire and guide you on a journey to discover the stories of Irish emigration around the world, from early times to the modern day. Over the centuries, some 10 million people have left the island of Ireland. At EPIC you can step through 20 themed galleries to find out why people left, see how they influenced the world they found, and experience the connection between their descendants and Ireland today. Immerse yourself in the stories of some of the most remarkable tales of sacrifice, endurance, adventure, and discovery the world has ever known. EPIC brings these amazing stories to life in a unique and spectacular way.

http://www.epicchq.com/

]]> Dublin’s interactive experience & museum http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=201702261.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=201702261.mp3 57:21 austin@irishradio.ca (Austin Comerton) Austin Comerton no Sun, 26 Feb 2017 13:00:00 +0000 Brian Howley The Fanore School Case is one of the most bizzare episodes in the history of Irish education. At the centre of the case was Michael O'Shea, principal teacher at the Fanore National School, who was dismissed in 1914 from his post by the school manager, the local parish priest Fr. Patrick Keran, allegedly for refusing to marry the assistant teacher in his school, O'Shea himself being engaged to another girl at the time.

]]> Brian Howley http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20170219c1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20170219c1.mp3 30:29 info@irishradio.ca (Austin Comerton) Austin Comerton no Sun, 19 Feb 2017 13:33:00 +0000 Sean McMahon Sean McMahon A Teaching Principal in West Clare, member I.N.T.O. Executive since 2007, previously elected to the Principals’ and  Deputy Principals’ National Committee,  served as Branch Secretary/Chairperson I was honoured to be elected INTO President 2014/15.Teaching Council Responsibilities such as Registration, Induction/Probation including “Droichead” in tandem with “Fitness to Practice” and "Cosán" will impact professionally and personally on all teachers. I am most concerned that these initiatives will be implemented by the Teaching Council unilaterally without appropriate consultation and agreement of teachers. For my part I would vehemently oppose this. The Teaching Council must listen to the voice of teachers and having listened take cognisance of that perspective in its deliberations, initiatives and policies. If elected, I will work diligently to promote and enhance our profession through bringing that “voice” to the Teaching Council table; - strongly, forcibly, persuasively and honestly. Tá sé thar a bheith tábhachtach go nglacfaidh gach múinteoir páirt sa toghacháin seo agus go gcloisfear guth an mhúinteora go soiléir ag na cruinnithe den Chomhairle Mhúinteoireachta. Tuigim go maith na fadhbanna ar fad atá os ár gcomhair faoi láthair agus tig leat bheith lán mhuiníneach nach bhfanfaidh mé i mo thost."

]]> Sean McMahon http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20170219b1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20170219b1.mp3 6:37 info@irishradio.ca (Austin Comerton) Austin Comerton no Sun, 19 Feb 2017 13:23:00 +0000 Joe Queally - The Fanore School Case Joe Queally is a native of Fanore, Ballyvaughan, North Clare. He comes from a farming background and has a keen interest in local history, over the past years he has studied and contributed to many local historical projects. His interests include hurling, football, athletics, traditional Irish music, song, dance and story telling.Pastimes are spent swimming, walking and mountain climbing. He gives great support in fundraising to the RNLI Lifeboats and is chairman of the local Ennis fundraising branch. He is domiciled in the parish of Doora Barefield for the past forty years where he lives with his family.The Fanore School Case is one of the most bizzare episodes in the history of Irish education. At the centre of the case was Michael O'Shea, principal teacher at the Fanore National School, who was dismissed in 1914 from his post by the school manager, the local parish priest Fr. Patrick Keran, allegedly for refusing to marry the assistant teacher in his school, O'Shea himself being engaged to another girl at the time.

]]> Joe Queally - The Fanore School Case http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20170219a1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20170219a1.mp3 17:21 info@irishradio.ca (Austin Comerton) Austin Comerton Fanore School Case no Sun, 19 Feb 2017 13:02:00 +0000 Michael O'Shea, principal teacher at the Fanore National School, who was dismissed in 1914 from his post by the school manager The Fanore School Case is one of the most bizzare episodes in the history of Irish education. At the centre of the case was Michael O'Shea, principal teacher at the Fanore National School, who was dismissed in 1914 from his post by the school manager, the local parish priest Fr. Patrick Keran, allegedly for refusing to marry the assistant teacher in his school, O'Shea himself being engaged to another girl at the time.

]]> Michael O'Shea, principal teacher at the Fanore National School, who was dismissed in 1914 from his post by the school manager http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20170219_a1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20170219_a1.mp3 2:08 info@irishradio.ca (Austin Comerton) Austin Comerton Fanore no Sun, 19 Feb 2017 13:00:00 +0000 Nuala Duignan, Charting Your Life's Roadmap in an Uncertain World Nuala Duignan is an experienced Life Coach and a member of the Association of Coaching, Ireland. She uses her accumulated work experiences and coaching skills to help move individuals from where they are currently, to where they want to reach. Her dedicated website outlines the benefits of life coaching.Charting Your Life's Roadmap in an Uncertain World: choose happiness daily by qualified life coach, Nuala Duignan, is a book that describes how we can all live out our true vocation in life.She illustrates this in many ways, particularly from the words of some of her past clients.Happiness, she contends, really is a choice – an opportunity that we all should seize. Not just at times like New Year, but the whole year through.At any given juncture in our lives, we need to be asking ourselves, "are we really doing the work that we were born to do?" – that which makes us feel positive about our life choices?First published in 2013, the initial print run of Charting Your Life's Roadmap ... quickly sold out and the book has been in demand ever since, albeit in limited supply. While it has been available in e-book editions, the print edition has now been re-issued, in response to popular demand and is available to buy online through various outlets. Further information about how to buy (in print and e-book editions) is available from The Manuscript Publisher.If you are considering the direction that you need to go in from the coming year and beyond, Charting Your Life's Roadmap in an Uncertain World should be your first viewing point. You will gain an insight, in the process, into how Life Coaching can guide you through the Action Steps towards your Desired Goal. Support from a Life Coach will help you to overcome personal challenges, by giving you the Tools that you need to help you to develop a positive feeling of empowerment in your daily life.You will find out more by visiting Nuala Duignan's dedicated website: www.nualaduignanlifecoach.com

]]> Nuala Duignan, Charting Your Life's Roadmap in an Uncertain World http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=201702121.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=201702121.mp3 1:00:00 info@irishradio.ca (Austin Comerton) Austin Comerton no Sun, 12 Feb 2017 13:00:00 +0000 Irish Classical Guitarist John Feeley John Feeley is Irish classical guitarist and teacher from Ballinasloe, County Galway, Ireland. Feeley studied at Trinity College, Dublin, Queens College of the City University, New York, and The National University of Ireland, Maynooth, where he graduated with a PhD in music.Feeley has won numerous awards including the Special Award for interpretation in the 1984 Mauro Giuliani He is well John is known for his own delightful guitar arrangements of Irish music which appear on several of his many recordings.Concerts have taken him around the world and include appearances at the Sydney Opera House, the Old Opera House, Frankfurt, the L'Arena in Verona, and New York's Carnegie Hall.Artist website: http://johnfeeleyguitar.com

]]> Irish Classical Guitarist John Feeley http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20170205b1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20170205b1.mp3 20:49 info@irishradio.ca (Austin Comerton) Austin Comerton no Sun, 05 Feb 2017 13:30:00 +0000 Matt Townsend and his music Matt Townsend is a songwriter, poet and seeker based in Asheville,NC. With an Irish Grandfather from Co Clare, there is a strong Irish connection and heritage. With his distinctive voice, and a world weary insight, he delivers his original songs grounded in the folk, rock and pop traditions. Live, the band flows from high energy rock n roll, to quiet folk tunes and back. Bob Dylan, Neutral Milk Hotel, Neil Young being some the early musical guiding lights.His new album, the first installment of a two-EP series is called "The Drifter and the Dream (Part I)"Lyrically the songs explore the spiritual dissonance between the individual and the world at large, longing for connection, love as redemption, and more.He is a featured artist on the recently released "Asheville Symphony Sessions", a collaboration between the Asheville Symphony and regional artists. He has also performed at LEAF festival in 2015 and 2016.He released his first EP "What Light Shall Be" in 2012 while living in Burlington, VT. In early 2013 he relocated to Asheville, NC and released his first LP "Matt Townsend and the Wonder of the World" in 2014.“Matt Townsend is something of a conundrum" says one music writer, "On one hand, his lyrics indicate a world-weary, vulnerable old-timer. His voice projects across the generations, so much so that any listener would find themselves googling the album release date within seconds. But at the same time, he is wholly modern...So you see he is a good conundrum. Even better when you take a listen to his album." -PopdoseArtist website: http://www.matttownsendmusic.com

]]> Matt Townsend and his music http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20170205a1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20170205a1.mp3 16:52 info@irishradio.ca (Austin Comerton) Austin Comerton no Sun, 05 Feb 2017 13:00:00 +0000 Andrew Pettegree is a British historian and one of the leading experts on Europe during the Reformation. Andrew Pettegree is a British historian and one of the leading experts on Europe during the Reformation. http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20170129b1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20170129b1.mp3 36:12 austin@irishradio.ca (Austin Comerton) Austin Comerton no Sun, 29 Jan 2017 13:30:00 +0000 Ed O'Loughlin Authour and Journalist Ed O’Loughlin grew up in Kildare town, Ireland, where he moved from his native Toronto, Canada, aged six. After completing his studies at Trinity College Dublin and Dublin City University, he reported from Dublin and Africa for The Irish Times, and was Middle East correspondent for the Sydney Morning Herald and The Age of Melbourne.

His first novel, Not Untrue & Not Unkind was longlisted for the Man Booker Prize 2009 and shortlisted for the Kerry Group Irish Fiction Award.

His second novel, Toploader, a darkly comic vision of the “war against terror”, was published by Quercus in 2011. All You Can Eat, a novella satirising the Irish economic crash, appeared in 2013.

His third novel, Minds of Winter, was published by Riverrun in August 2016.

]]> Ed O'Loughlin Authour and Journalist http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20170129a1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20170129a1.mp3 18:32 austin@irishradio.ca (Austin Comerton) Austin Comerton no Sun, 29 Jan 2017 13:00:00 +0000 Irish Ambassador to Canada, Jim Kelly talks about his life and career. Jim Kelly became Ambassador of Ireland to Canada in August 2016. He presented his credentials to the Governor General, His Excellency the Right Honourable David Johnson at Rideau Hall, Ottawa, on 6th September 2016. The Embassy of Ireland is also accredited to Jamaica and the Bahamas.

"Canada and Ireland have worked closely on international issues over many years in the context of our shared membership of the UN. As two open trading economies, with a strong shared commitment to a rules based international order, we have a similar world view and much to learn from each other. The value of annual trade between our two countries is estimated at approximately €2.5bn, and with both of our economics growing and the new EU-Canada Comprehensive Economic Trade Agreement close to finalisation, there is considerable potential for an expansion in our trade.

During my time in Canada, I look forward to working with my colleagues here at the Embassy and in the State Agencies to cement and further developing our warm relations, and to build closer economic, political, cultural and people-to-people links between our two countries. I also look forward to travelling this great country and meeting as many of you as possible over the coming years." - Ambassador Jim Kelly

]]> Irish Ambassador to Canada, Jim Kelly talks about his life and career. http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=201701221.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=201701221.mp3 1:05:38 info@irishradio.ca (Austin Comerton) Austin Comerton no Sun, 22 Jan 2017 13:00:00 +0000 Singer Brendan Nolan from Dubliin emigrated to Canada in 1979 and onward to the US in 1993 Brendan Nolan is a true Dubliner. He grew up in Ireland at a time when there was a resurgence of interest in Irish music and when the singer-songwriter boom had taken off in North America. Both of these genres would ultimately influence his own music.

After starting out in the vibrant Dublin Ballad scene, he moved to Canada in 1979. He made his mark in Montreal where he was the "House Performer" for a 14 year run at the Old Dublin Pub. It was voted most popular pub in the city by the Montreal Mirror. While in Canada he headlined concerts at acoustic venues and performed at festivals that included the Winnipeg, London Home County, Miramichi, and Lunenburg Folk Harbour Fest. Quebec holds a special place in his heart as demonstrated through some of his songs.

Brendan's song-writing skills denote a deep sensitivity. He has a gift for story telling. One of his songs, "North of the Rio Grande" was published in a school textbook in Norway. Another, "Far from their Home", is in the National Archives of Ireland and Ntl. Library of Canada. It tells a harrowing story about Grosse Isle, an island burial ground in the St. Lawrence River near Quebec City for victims of the Irish Famine. The song was published in Sing Out! magazine.

]]> Singer Brendan Nolan from Dubliin emigrated to Canada in 1979 and onward to the US in 1993 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20170115c1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20170115c1.mp3 10:48 info@irishradio.ca (Austin Comerton) Austin Comerton no Sun, 15 Jan 2017 13:50:00 +0000 Memories of days gone by. 1960s semi-rural Ireland and a schoolboy’s view of life growing up there. Memories of days gone by. 1960s semi-rural Ireland and a schoolboy’s view of life growing up there.Growing up in the sixties wasn’t always easy: the houses were often overcrowded, with not many facilities such as running water and central heating. School could be quite difficult, with corporal punishment a major issue. It was believed by many teachers that education could be ‘beaten’ into pupils. But life was happy and there was little pressure on children to have this, that and the other.Most families hadn’t much. There were no computers, with all that entails; no mobile phones and only limited television. Children made up their own games and played football and other sports all year round. They could play very safely outdoors and were free to explore the fields and woods and to invent adventures.In telling this story, the author has drawn upon his own experiences and those of others too. The picture that he paints captures the atmosphere of that time, the hopes and aspirations of those who lived through it: a period in Irish life that might now appear remote but not so far removed that it has slipped from living memory.Liam Nevin is a native of County Kildare and now lives in Shepperton, England, with his wife Marlene. In addition to Brightening Over Dillon's, he is also the author of The Tobacco Fields of Meath (first published in 2011) an account of the Randlestown tobacco growing experiment that took place in the county at the turn of the 20th century, in which his grandfather, John Nevin, played a key role.

]]> Memories of days gone by. 1960s semi-rural Ireland and a schoolboy’s view of life growing up there. http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20170115b1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20170115b1.mp3 17:53 info@irishradio.ca (Austin Comerton) Austin Comerton no Sun, 15 Jan 2017 13:25:00 +0000 This is the fourth book to date by James Linnane and his first book of short stories. Other books were titled, "Never take an Irishman seriously unless he's armed, The Life and Times of a Gotcha, and The Potless Generation" which was a book of poetry. Leaving Galway James Linnane is a poet and storyteller from Crushoa in County Galway whose writing pens the extraordinary and sometimes harsh realities of circumstance and place. Part of a Diaspora who settled in Meath, he treads the uneven and oft times hostile environments of urban and rural divides and always with a humour and ear for dialogue and cultural shift. Whether it is Dublin nightlife or the suburbs of Boston or New York he tells it as it was and is, a world of hard men. Navvies, barkeeps, builders, an always heartfelt, and often, irreverent account of a life on the hard side! Though there is beauty here too when writing of childhood, of breathtaking vistas, and in the end, of what will be will be! In “Leaving Galway”, his first collection of short stories he draws on all of the above, from boyhood escapades through personal trauma to the hardship of building sites, the struggle for Irish independence to later troubles and leaves you with an interesting and entertaining mix that will keep you turning the page. An activist and volunteer worker now he lives in Ballivor County Meath with his wife Karen and daughters Amber and Stephanie.

]]> This is the fourth book to date by James Linnane and his first book of short stories. Other books were titled, "Never take an Irishman seriously unless he's armed, The Life and Times of a Gotcha, and The Potless Generation" which was a book of poetry. http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20170115a1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20170115a1.mp3 25:00 info@irishradio.ca (Austin Comerton) Austin Comerton no Sun, 15 Jan 2017 13:00:00 +0000 Julie Sinnamon, Camilla Beglan, Catherine Moroney, Mary McKenna, Eleanor McEvoy Opening the 2016 International Business Women’s Conference, the Tánaiste and Minister for Justice and Equality referenced the importance of female role models and highlighted the work Enterprise Ireland is doing to ensure the increase in female entrepreneurship. A line-up of 29 expert speakers took part in the daylong event with panels hosted by Eleanor McEvoy, Joan Mulvihill, Dr. Aoibhinn Ní Shúilleabháin and Paula Fitzsimons with keynote speech by social activist Madi Sharma.

The importance of role models, the network effect and supports and opportunities for business growth.Panel Facilitator Norah Casey - Broadcaster and Publishing EntrepreneurJulie Sinnamon - CEO, Enterprise IrelandCamila Beglan - Global Irish Network Member. Global Director - Learning & Development, BombardierCatherine Moroney - Head of Business Banking, AIBMary McKenna - Technology Entrepreneur & Angel InvestorEleanor McEvoy - CEO Budget Energy & Dragon-ess on Dragons Den

]]> Julie Sinnamon, Camilla Beglan, Catherine Moroney, Mary McKenna, Eleanor McEvoy http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=201701081.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=201701081.mp3 43:10 austin@irishradio.ca (Austin Comerton) Austin Comerton no Sun, 08 Jan 2017 13:00:00 +0000 Garth Stevenson - Irish Canadian Politics after the Rising Garth Stevenson: Irish-Canadian Politics after the Rising Irish Republicanism in Canada declined rapidly after the 1860s, in part because Irish immigration to Canada declined and many with republican sympathies left Canada for the United States. After 1914 most Canadians, including Irish Catholic Canadians, supported participation in the war. Hence the initial response to Easter 1916 was hostile, even among pro-Irish Canadians like Wilfrid Laurier. However the executions after the Rising led to a sudden change in opinion in Canada. After 1916 and continuing until the Anglo-Irish treaty in 1921, Irish Republican politics revived in Canada, particularly in Montreal. Activists like Katherine Hughes and John Loye and organizations like the Ancient Order of Hibernians, the Friends of Irish Freedom, and the Self-Determination for Ireland League helped to keep it alive and kept contact with Irish republicans in Ireland and the United States. However, when the Irish civil war started in 1922, most of the activists in Canada supported the pro-treaty side and republicanism declined.

]]> Garth Stevenson - Irish Canadian Politics after the Rising http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20170101a1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20170101a1.mp3 28:28 austin@irishradio.ca (Austin Comerton) Austin Comerton no Sun, 08 Jan 2017 02:17:00 +0000 Robert Ballagh - Looking Back Robert Ballagh - Looking Back

Without doubt 2016 has been a great year for looking back in Ireland. Indeed few people could avoid the profusion of commemorations marking the centenary of the Easter Rising. Unquestionably, in most cases, individual approaches to commemoration tell us more about prevailing attitudes today than about historical conditions in Ireland one hundred years ago. Nevertheless the bravery and sacrifice of a heroic generation should be commemorated; however it would be a disservice to their memory if the true motivation behind their actions remains unacknowledged. After all, these people were not merely rebels – they were visionaries. What they desired was not simply a green flag over Dublin Castle or a harp on the coinage. They were calling for a complete transformation of Irish society. The blueprint for that transformation was set out in the Proclamation of the Irish Republic and that remarkable document remains the yardstick by which we can and should measure the current state of the nation.

]]> Robert Ballagh - Looking Back http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20170101b1.mp3 http://www.irishradio.ca/podcast/?name=20170101b1.mp3 36:35 austin@irishradio.ca (Austin Comerton) Austin Comerton no Sun, 08 Jan 2017 02:17:00 +0000