Podcast by University of Galway
An audio magazine of conversations, events, music and craic from Galway, Ireland. Ideal for Galwegians, the Galway diaspora, tourists and anyone who fancies an insight into the one of the coolest cities on the planet.
The Old Galway Diary podcast is brought to you by two of Galway’s finest writers and storytellers, Ronnie O’Gorman and Tom Kenny. Ronnie and Tom have been writing in The Galway Advertiser newspaper for over five decades and have amassed a wealth of knowledge of all things Galway over this period.Both wonderful storytellers, Ronnie and Tom are now available on The Galway Advertiser’s podcast series on a weekly basis. Elaborating on topics they have covered in the paper, and many other aspects ...
Galway County Heritage Office was founded in June 2000, to facilitate and promote awareness, knowledge and pride in the heritage of County Galway.
Podcast by Galway Community Pride Festival
The Whitaker Institute Podcast Channel features a series of interviews and seminars on Innovation and Societal Change. Recorded by GK Media.
The Galway Neuroscience Podcast is a series of podcasts developed and hosted by the students of the NUIG Masters in Clinical Neuroscience program. The aim of this podcast is to communicate the latest neuroscience research and education to both students and lay audiences who may be interested in the brain and nervous system and the field of neuroscience as a whole.
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TGP6 Andrew Westphal: The Fiddle Playing Astrophysicist
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A conversation with Dr. Andrew Westphal, Research Physicist of UC Berkeley’s Space Sciences Laboratory. Andrew is the author of over 200 scientific papers and an active researcher in the scientific field known as cosmochemistry and he talks about how his travels have brought him to playing in Irish music sessions in Galway and a bit about his work.…
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The Old Galway Diary Podcast - Episode 104 - Patrician Musical Society & The Maamtrasna Murders Part 3
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In this episode, Tom is looking back the Patrician Brothers Boys Choir scene from 100 years ago. Ronnie is on part three of his series on Maamtrasna murders You can find the articles referenced in this podcast on www.advertiser.ie/galway
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Debrief - What Happens Next?
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Teresa Lydon Student Advisor with the School of Business talks about what you can do if you need to repeat an exam. She reminds us that failing an exam is part of university life, and not to panic. There are lots of supports available to University of Galway students if you are unhappy with your exams. For all details about sitting exams at the Uni…
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Regulations Do's And Don'ts
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Joe Mee, Student Union VP for Education gives some practical advise on what you should do ahead of sitting your exams, as well as what to expect on the day of the exam. For all details about sitting exams at the University of Galway click here https://www.universityofgalway.ie/exams/For all details about the Galway Exams 101 programme go to our web…
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Tarraing d'anáil le hÉiciteiripe
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2) San eagrán seo labhraíonn Barry Ó Siochrú le Fiona Roche, Comhairleoir Mac Léinn in Ollscoil na Gaillimhe. Míníonn Fiona gurb éard atá i gceist le héiciteiripe ná eispéiris theiripeacha a bhaint as aon rud a tharlaíonn go nádúrtha, mar shampla, snámh san fharraige nó d’anáil féin a thabhairt faoi deara.Tá tuilleadh eolais ar na tacaíochtaí atá a…
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Take A Breath With Ecotherapy
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In this episode Barry Ó Siochrú is joined by Fiona Roche, Student Counsellor in the University of Galway. Fiona explains that ecotherapy is about deriving therapeutic experiences out of anything that is naturally occurring, such as, swimming in the sea or noticing your own breath. When coming up to exams, using the outdoors as a study space is a gr…
Catherine Dufficy, Assistant Disability Support Officer provides information on how students registered with the Disability Support Service (DSS) can avail of additional exam supports. For more information on the Disability Support Service at the University of Galway, click here https://www.universityofgalway.ie/accesscentre/For all details about t…
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TGP5 St. Patricks Day in Galway!
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An overview of the festivities in Galway on Saint Patrick's Day on 17th March 2023. Fender Jackson converses with random strangers with music from The Ol' Times. Some of the floats in this year's parade included: People from the Ukrainian community, Galway City School of Judo, United Women Galway, Scoil Bhride, Galway Bay Rugby Club, Galway Mosque,…
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TGP4 St. Patrick’s Day Galway Chat with Jason Craughwell, William Fitzgerald and more
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Exploring some of what Galway has to offer during the St Patrick's Day celebrations. Featuring conversations with: Jason Craughwell - Programme Coordinator with Galway Sports Partnership. Find out more at GalwayActive.ie William Fitzgerald - Programmer of the cinema Palas.ie Tracy Bruen - Multi instrumentalist and fantastic songwriter TracyBruen.co…
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TGP3 St. Patrick’s Day USA Chat with John Keane and others.
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Some conversation with random strangers on the street including Warren Garrett. Followed by a good craic conversation with John Keane, the Honorary Consul General of Ireland in Seattle which is one of Galway's sister cities in USA. John also does a lot of work with the Irish Heritage Club and he even has his name inscribed in the Seattle Stone in G…
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The Old Galway Diary Podcast - Episode 103 - St Patricks Day Parade and The Maamtrasna Murders Part 2
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In this episode, Tom is looking back at St Patrick's day celebrations in Galway from years past. Ronnie is on part two of his series on Maamtrasna murders You can find the articles referenced in this podcast on www.advertiser.ie/galway
Luke O' Donnell, Researcher with the School of Education, at the University of Galway, provides tips and insights on how to develop good study skills and habits. For more information on how to study for exams take a look at the below links: Library Learning and resources – https://library.nuigalway.ie/help/teachinglearning/The Academic Skills Hub a…
Nóirín Mannion, Mental Health Support Worker in the University of Galway student health unit, reminds us that it is ok to allow time for self care, particularly during stressful times. While we may have "glamorised" being busy, its important to take time out to look after ourselves. Self care is vital and takes many forms, such as going for a walk,…
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TGP2 A History Of Galway with Jim O’hUiginn
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An in depth conversation with Ireland's first Heritage Officer, Jim O'hUiginn (Higgins) from Galway City Council. Jim explains a bit about his background and then walks us along the timeline of Galway from 12,000BC up until the present day. Jim also gives what could be called a manifesto into a better Galway. Dedicated to James Sheridan. The Galway…
Jimmy McGovern, Support Worker with the Chaplaincy and Pastoral Care Centre, at the University of Galway gives us some fantastic tips on managing and reducing stress in the run up to exams. Jimmy reminds us that planning your time is key to minimise stress. The chaplaincy team offers supports for University of Galway students. Contact chaplains@uni…
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Your First Year Exams Survival Guide
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Exam Jam is a series of short podcasts, created by the University of Galway to prepare students for exam success. Hosted by Barry Ó Siochrú, Students Union Vice President for Gaeilge, and joined by guest speakers each episode has everything you need to be exam ready.In this episode, AnnMarie Gilchrist, Student Advisor with the College of Medicine, …
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The Old Galway Diary Podcast - Episode 102 - The Royal Galway Yacht Club and The Maamtrasna Murders Part 1
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In this episode, Tom is looking at the history of the Royal Galway Yacht Club. Ronnie is starting a series on the the Maamtrasna murders from a different source to what we are used to. You can find the articles referenced in this podcast on www.advertiser.ie/galway
What is The Galway Podcast? Who is The Galway Podcast for? Who is producing this content? Why is he doing it? What makes him think he's right for the job? Why is he living in Galway now? What is Salthill Media?Kirjoittanut SalthillMedia
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The Old Galway Diary Podcast - Episode 101 - The Work House and Final Chapter In The Irish Civil War
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In this episode, Tom is looking at the old work houses in Galway. Ronnie is still looking at the civil war. This time some of the executions and the final days of the conflict You can find the articles referenced in this podcast on www.advertiser.ie/galwayKirjoittanut The Advertiser
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The Old Galway Diary Podcast - Episode 100 - Mariners Hospital in Galway and The Irish Civil War
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In this episode, Tom is looking at the mariners hospital on Renmore point in Galway. Built due to the cholera act of 1893. Ronnie is still looking at the civil war. This time a skirmish in Headford. You can find the articles referenced in this podcast on www.advertiser.ie/galway
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The Old Galway Diary Podcast - Episode 99 - Kirwins Lane and The Irish Civil War
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In this episode, Tom is looking at Kirwins Lane. Ronnie is still looking at the civil war. You can find the articles referenced in this podcast on www.advertiser.ie/galway
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The Old Galway Diary Podcast - Episode 98 - Galway Canals and The Irish Civil War
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In this episode, Tom is looking at Canals of Galway. Ronnie is still looking at the civil war. You can find the articles referenced in this podcast on www.advertiser.ie/galwayKirjoittanut The Advertiser
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The Old Galway Diary Podcast - Episode 97 - Our Lady's Boy's Club and The Irish Civil War
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In this episode, Tom is looking at the founding Our Lady's Boy's Club. Ronnie is still looking at the civil war and the burning of an orphanage in Clifden . You can find the articles referenced in this podcast on www.advertiser.ie/galway
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The Old Galway Diary Podcast - Episode 96 - Joe Young's Mineral Water and The Irish Civil War: The Siege of Clifden
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In this episode, Tom is looking at Joe Young's Mineral Water Company. Any old Galway business. Ronnie is still looking at the civil war, and this time going into the siege of Clifden . You can find the articles referenced in this podcast on www.advertiser.ie/galwayKirjoittanut The Advertiser
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The Old Galway Diary Podcast - Episode 95 - Corrib Rowing and Yachting Club and The Irish Civil War
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In this episode, Tom is looking at Corrib Rowing and Yachting Club founded in 1864. Ronnie looking at the civil war, it is the 100 year anniversary the execution of four men from Galway in Athlone. You can find the articles referenced in this podcast on www.advertiser.ie/galwayKirjoittanut The Advertiser
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The Old Galway Diary Podcast - Episode 94 - Salthill and Galway Fox Stories
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In this episode, Tom is looking at old Salthill. Ronnie is still looking at stories from the country side in east Galway. You can find the articles referenced in this podcast on www.advertiser.ie/galwayKirjoittanut The Advertiser
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The Old Galway Diary Podcast - Episode 93 - Galway Referee and The Sisters of Mercy in Crimea part 2
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In this episode, Tom is looking at the life of Galway Referee John Keady. Ronnie is still looking at the order of nuns from Galway, the Sisters of Mercy, who went to the war in Crimea to help the wounded. You can find the articles referenced in this podcast on www.advertiser.ie/galway
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Ikenna Anyabuike – Graduate, Actor and Musician
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Join Meadhbh McNutt, and her guest Ikenna Anyabuike, University of Galway graduate, artist, actor and musician in the Creative Galway edition of the Cois Coiribe Podcast – a series that explores major societal issues and the role that University of Galway, and our global alumni network play in creating new knowledge, in research, in policy making a…
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The Old Galway Diary Podcast - Episode 92 - Liam Mellows and The Sisters of Mercy in Crimea
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In this episode, Tom is looking at the life of Galway man Liam Mellows after a trip to the great exhibit in the Galway Museum. Ronnie is looking at the order of nuns from Galway, the Sisters of Mercy, who went to the war in Crimea to help the wounded. You can find the articles referenced in this podcast on www.advertiser.ie/galway…
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The Old Galway Diary Podcast - Episode 91 - Starvation Riots 1842 and Irish Famine 1817
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In this episode, Tom is looking at starvation riots in 1842, during the famine there were riots lead by women and children where they raided the potato stores. The women and children were backed by the Claddagh fishermen. Ronnie is also looking at hunger also, he's looking at the famine in 1817. You can find the articles referenced in this podcast …
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The Old Galway Diary Podcast - Episode 90 - Galwegian Rugby Club Centenary and Irish Famine 1740
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In this episode, Tom is looking at the history of the Glaswegian Rugby Club who is celebrating its centenary this year. Ronnie is looking at the Irish Famine, but not the one we all know about. A separate famine from 1740 which was caused mainly by bad weather. You can find the articles referenced in this podcast on www.advertiser.ie/galway…
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Episode 33: Galway Forged Gates Project Ep 7 - Christy Cunniffe
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This project was funded by Creative Ireland and Galway County Council
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Episode 32: Galway Forged Gates Project Ep 6 - John Feeney
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Episode 31: Galway Forged Gates Project Ep 5 - Jimmy Noone
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Episode 30: Galway Forged Gates Project Ep 4 - JJ Ward
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Episode 29: Galway Forged Gates Project Ep 3 - Ted Laheen
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Episode 29: Galway Forged Gates Project Ep 2 - Johnny Dolly
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Episode 28: Galway Forged Gates Project Ep 1 - TJ Scanlan
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The Old Galway Diary Podcast - Episode 89 - The Salmon Weir Bridge and Moycullen Mayhem Part III
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In this episode, Tom is looking at the history of the Salmon Weir Bridge as it is being gifted a new little pedestrian bridge along side it shortly. Ronnie is still looking at the Mayhem in Moycullen from the 1800's that he started two weeks ago. You can find the articles referenced in this podcast on www.advertiser.ie/galway…
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The Old Galway Diary Podcast - Episode 88 - Galway Shawl and Moycullen Mayhem Part II
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In this episode, Tom is looking at the history of the Galway shawl. Ronnie is still looking at the Mayhem in Moycullen from the 1800's that he started last week. You can find the articles referenced in this podcast on www.advertiser.ie/galway
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The Old Galway Diary Podcast - Episode 87 - Cloak and Moycullen Mayhem Part I
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In this episode, Tom is looking at the history of the Cloak in Galway. Ronnie is looking at an old court report from the 1800s in Moycullen. A very unusual case with a drunk Doctor. You can find the articles referenced in this podcast on www.advertiser.ie/galway
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The Old Galway Diary Podcast - Episode 86 - Liam Mellows and Pádraic Ó Máille & Halloween
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In this episode, Tom is looking at the career of Liam Mellows and Pádraic Ó Máille. Tom recommends to the new 'War of Friends' exhibit in the Galway Museum. Ronnie looking at Irish stories and traditions around Halloween. You can find the articles referenced in this podcast on www.advertiser.ie/galway…
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The Old Galway Diary Podcast - Episode 85 - Oranmore & Lord Haw Haw part III
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In this episode, Tom is looking at the Oranmore airfield. Saturday is the 90th anniversary of the first flight from the site. Ronnie is still looking at famous Galway Nazi Willam Joyce also known as Lord Haw Haw for final part of his series. You can find the articles referenced in this podcast on www.advertiser.ie/galway…
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The Old Galway Diary Podcast - Episode 84 - Salerno & Lord Haw Haw part II
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In this episode, Tom is looking at the history anniversary of Salerno school. Ronnie is still looking at famous Galway Nazi Willam Joyce also known as Lord Haw Haw. You can find the articles referenced in this podcast on www.advertiser.ie/galwayKirjoittanut The Advertiser
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The Old Galway Diary Podcast - Episode 83 - Galway Woollen Mills & Lord Haw Haw
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In this episode, Tom is looking at the history of Galway Woollen Mills in Newtown Smith. Ronnie is looking at famous Galway Nazi Willam Joyce also known as Lord Haw Haw. They also chat about the incredible feat of Damien Browne who rowed the Atlantic and Ronnie congratulates Tom on a recent award. You can find the articles referenced in this podcas…
This project was funded by Creative Ireland and Galway County Council and supported by Ballinasloe Fair and Festival Committee. Produced by GK Media.
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Episode 26: Ballinasloe Fair Ep 20 - The Thirst Quencher - Great Memories of the Fair by Ballinasloe Hotelier Thomas Gullane
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Episode 25: Ballinasloe Fair Ep 19 - How the Ballinasloe Horse of the Fair Lunging Started - (Kieran Egan Owner & Member of Ballinasloe Fair & Festival)
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Episode 24: Ballinasloe Fair Ep 18 - Memories of the Girl from Duggan Avenue (Mary Phelan, Secretary Ballinasloe Fair & Festival)
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Episode 23: Ballinasloe Fair Ep 17 - The Great Heritage of Our Town & Fair (Mal Croffy, Chairperson Ballinasloe Fair & Festival)
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This project was funded by Creative Ireland and Galway County Council and supported by Ballinasloe Fair and Festival Committee. Produced by GK Media.