Podcasts Archive

A Woman in a Man's World.....Number 18
This month's Podcast features an interview with Shauna Doyle, who works with Doyle Tarmacadam in Rathcrogue, Carlow. Shauna works in the heretofore all-male world of Construction. In this interview, she talks about the life that brought her to this industry and how she is an accidental trailblazer for women in construction

Carmel Gibson		Shauna Doyle
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Sharon Keely. Supports to over 65's - ChatterboxY21....Number 17
This month we hear from Sharon Keely of Alone, Alone is an organisation that offers support to our over 65s For anyone wanting to avail of their services they can contact 0818 222024

Carmel Gibson
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Dannah O Brien, star of Irish Ladies Rugby - Number 16....January 2024
Dannah O Brien, star of Irish Ladies Rugby talks about her experiences and her hopes and has some advice for the next generation of Irish female sports stars.

Carmel Gibson		Dannah O Brien
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Recall A Journey Back in time - number 15......December 2024
This month, we will listen to a panel discussion on the latest publication of the Clonegal Kildavin Veteran Players. Recall Volume I which reproduces the first four copies of the Parish Magazine “The Call” produced in 1969 and 1970. Dan Murphy, Luke Hayden and Margaret Doyle talk about the memories it references, the societal changes that it marks and the questions it raises for our modern-day society.
You can purchase a copy for €10 from any member of the Veteran Players or by ringing or texting 0878380018 and it will be delivered at no extra cost within 15km of Clonegal and Kildavin, The book is also on sale at Plunkett’s Clonegal and McAssey’s Ballon and Steamers O Leary Bunclody

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John Kelly, Editor of Carloviana - Number 14 .....December 2024
John Kelly is well known to everyone interested in history, particularly Carlow's history. He is a prominent member of the Carlow Historical and Archaeological Society, editor of Carloviana and a historian of note

Carmel Gibson		John Kelly
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Eamon Treacy World Champion Ploughman - Number 13.....November 2024
Listen to Eamonn Treacy share his insights and observation on what can only be described as an extraordinarily successful career. Eamonn is six times world ploughing championship.

Carmel Gibson		Eamonn Treacy
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Jim Rothwell, Nonagenarian. Barnahask - Number 12
Jim Rothwell nonagenarian, historian and social commentator, talks about his life and times, his experiences, ambitions and observations

Carmel Gibson		Mount Leinster
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The Farming Life - Number 11
In this episode, we speak to Joe Byrne who is well-known in farming circles and has been involved in Farming and farming organisations for many years. He is also active in his community and understands the challenges rural communities face: Joe speaks about farming, commitment to community and what is important in life.

Carmel Gibson		Joe Byrne
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Carlow GAA Where are we going? - Number 10
This month (June) we hear from Peter McConnon operations manager in Carlow GAA.He talks about his career to date, his vision for Carlow GAA and challenges being faced by the County.

Carmel Gibson		Peter McCannon
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Adult Literacy Challenges ChatterboxY21 - Number 9
This month we are delighted to welcome Helen Walsh from Kilkenny Carlow Educational Training Board and one of 16 regional literacy co-ordinators appointed as part of a government initiative the Adult Literacy for Life Strategy, launched in 2021,

Carmel Gibson		Helen Walsh
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Community Podcast ChatterboxY21 - Number 8
Clonegal Kildavin Veteran Players Podcast Chatterbox Y21 has posted interviews with 14 of the Candidates running in the Tullow Municipal District for Carlow County Council. The Veteran Players wish to support the democratic process. So it created an opportunity for all the voters in the Tullow Municipal to hear what each of the candidates stands for and what they wish to deliver if elected. The Podcasts which are divided into 3 episodes can be found wherever you get yourpodcasts or on the Clonegal Kildavin Veteran Players Facebook Page and below.

 

Meet the Candidates Tullow Municipal District Part 1.
There are three podcasts where you will get to hear from candidates running for election to Carlow County Council for Tullow Municipal area in the upcoming local elections.
In this Podcast you will hear from:
Brian O Donoghue (FG,) Annette McDonnell (Ind), Jim Deane (S.F) Billy Nolan (Ind), John Pender (FF)

Meet the Candidates Tullow Municipal District Part 2.
In this Podcast, you will hear from:
Catherine Callaghan (FG) Ken Gahan (S.F) Patricia Fenellly Nolan (Ind,) Daeln Murphy (National Party) Wm. Paton (Ind)

Meet the Candidates Tullow Municipal District Part 3.
In this Podcast you will hear from: John McDonnell (FF) Ben Ward (FG), John Cahill (People Before Profit) Charlie Murphy (Ind).

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Community Podcast ChatterboxY21 - Number 7
Donal Murphy Chairperson and Wayne Austin PRO of Kildavin Clonegal GAA Club describe how the Club has maintained its place as a bedrock organisation in the Community, How it has and is adapting to the new Ireland and how it feels that the exponential growth in participation places it on the threshold of
significantfuture successes both on and off the field

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Community Podcast ChatterboxY21 - Number 6
Sheila Kirwan First Aid, Cookery, Sport and Volunteering
This month we hear from Sheila Kirwan, a well-known community member. Her Culinary skills and commitment to providing first aid, CPR, and AED training hasbrought her into contact with many community members. She is a willing volunteer with many of our voluntary groups who regularly exploit her gifts and talents.

Carmel Gibson

Sheila Kirwan

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Community Podcast ChatterboxY21 - Number 5
Niall Murphy - Minding Your Mental Health
Niall Murphy is well known member of our local GAA club, Kildavin Clonegal but more importantly, he is an ambassador for the importance of mental health and
more importantly youth mental health. Niall recounts his own experience and has invaluable advice for those who may be facing mental health issues.

Carmel Gibson		Niall Murphy
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Community Podcast ChatterboxY21 - Number 4
Christmas its Joys and Sorrows
Our Christmas Podcast Features an interview with John McCabe and Brian Keenan on the work of our local St, Vincent De Paul in assisting many who find Christmas Challenging. This is followed by an interview with Dan Murphy on his memories of Christmas in different times.Comments to veteranplayersgroup@gmail.com

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Community Podcast ChatterboxY21 - Number 3
Tom Murphy Seanachaí extraordinaire
Tom Murphy local storyteller shares three very entertaining stories with us. He speaks about his love of storytelling and how Toastmasters helped him pursue his passion.
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Carmel Gibson

Tom Murphy

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Community Podcast ChatterboxY21 - Number 2
The Clonegal Kildavin Veteran Players have launched the second episode of their Community Podcast ChatterboxY21. Enda Smyth interviews John Shark Hanlon about his life and times and the horse racing industry he is a part of.
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Enda Smyth		John Shark Hanlon
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Community Podcast ChatterboxY21 - Number 1
The Clonegal Kildavin Veteran Players have launched the first episode of their Community Podcast ChatterboxY21. Carmel Gibson talks to Deputy Michael Healy Rea on the challenges facing Rural Ireland. The role of the independent T.D. his principles, passions and family
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Ms. Carmel Gibson

Deputy Michael Healy Rea

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