Podcasts about Athlone

Ger Gilroy, Dara Smith-Naughton & the returning Colm Boohig have all of the major news for you on this Thursday morning after Athlone town suffered a disappointing defeat to Glasgow in Europe…Off The Ball Breakfast w/ UPMC Ireland | #GetBackInAction Catch The Off The Ball Breakfast show LIVE weekday mornings from 7:30am or just search for Off The Ball Breakfast and get the podcast on the Off The Ball app.SUBSCRIBE at OffTheBall.com/joinOff The Ball Breakfast is live weekday mornings from 7:30am across Off The Ball

The Women's Super League season is back and so is The COYGIG Pod. This week Kathleen McNamee and Karen Duggan take you through all the action from the first weekend as well as giving their impressions on the league's new signings and expectations for teams in the coming season.The COYGIG Pod on Off The Ball is in association with Cadbury, the official snack partner to the Republic of Ireland's Women's National Team.#CadburySupporterAndAHalf | @CadburyIreland

Catch Up on the latest leading news stories around the country with Mandy Wiener on Midday Report every weekday from 12h00 - 13h00 The Midday Report with Mandy Wiener is 702 and CapeTalk’s flagship news show, your hour of essential news radio. The show is podcasted every weekday, allowing you to catch up with a 60-minute weekday wrap of the day's main news. It's packed with fast-paced interviews with the day’s newsmakers, as well as those who can make sense of the news and explain what's happening in your world. All the interviews are podcasted for you to catch up and listen to. Thank you for listening to this podcast of The Midday Report Listen live on weekdays between 12:00 and 13:00 (SA Time) to The Midday Report broadcast on 702 https://buff.ly/gk3y0Kj and on CapeTalk https://buff.ly/NnFM3Nk For more from The Midday Report go to https://buff.ly/BTGmL9H and find all the catch-up podcasts here https://buff.ly/LcbDdFI Subscribe to the 702 and CapeTalk daily and weekly newsletters https://buff.ly/v5mfetc Follow us on social media: 702 on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TalkRadio702 702 on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@talkradio702 702 on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/talkradio702/ 702 on X: https://x.com/Radio702 702 on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@radio702 CapeTalk on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CapeTalk CapeTalk on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@capetalk CapeTalk on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ CapeTalk on X: https://x.com/CapeTalk CapeTalk on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@CapeTalk567 See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week, Breifne Earley and Aaron Clarke react to the shock departure of Colin Fortune as Athlone Town manager — just days before their UEFA Women's Europa Cup tie with Glasgow City and while they sit top of the LOI Women's Premier Division.

'n Man sterf in 'n vermeende bendeverwante voorval voor die landdroshof in Athlone, Kaapstad. Die ad hoc-komitee oor bedreigings van nasionale veiligheid vergader weer vandag. Die Springbokke is slaggereed vir môreoggend se titansiese stryd teen die All Blacks in Nieu-Seeland.

Send us a text with your feedback from this session! Session 151 Countdown to World Congress I sit down with Lynn Allen, the President of Athletic Rehabilitation Therapy Ireland (ARTI) and discuss the planning, prep and excitement leading up to this international event. World Congress 2025 lands 16-18 October in Dublin, Ireland. Ms Lynn Allen is the Programme Director, Lecturer and Placement Co-Ordinator on the BSc in Athletic & Rehabilitation Therapy in TUS, Athlone. Lynn has a BSc in Sport Rehabilitation and Athletic Therapy from SETU, a Masters in Exercise Physiology from Trinity College Dublin and has Level 9 Postgraduate Diploma in Teaching and Learning from TUS. Lynn has just submitted her Professional Doctorate in Elite Performance (Sports) in Dublin City University, examining metacognition in Athletic Therapy Education. Lynn is a Certified Athletic Therapist with over 10 years clinical and academic experience. Lynn is the current President of ARTI since September 2022, having previously sat on the board and acted as Vice Secretary and Ethics Chair from 2018. Lynn also is the Vice Chair of the Education and Research Committee for the World Federation of Athletic Training and Therapy. Lynn's research interests include clinical education, clinical reasoning, reflective practice and psychology of sport injuries.For more information on WFATT and the World COngress, please visit: https://www.wfatt.org/world-congress And, reach out to our guest at: Lynn.Allen@tus.ie

John Logan of JHL Engineering shares how his Athlone-based firm is making global moves—and why collaboration through the Engenuity network and NI Manufacturing Expo is vital for Midlands growth. Enda Corneille of the Arab Irish Chamber of Commerce explains why Irish exports to the Arab world are booming despite global trade pressures. And Margaret Edghill of Mount Briscoe Organic Farm invites us to HedgeRow Fest, a celebration of food, music, and rural creativity coming to Offaly this September.

Even a petrolhead has limits. Self-confessed car lover and professional mechanic Suhaib Toffar from Athlone says the late-night revving and roaring in his neighbourhood is keeping families awake — and it’s too loud even for him. He speaks to Lester Kiewit about the impact on the community and what needs to change. Good Morning Cape Town with Lester Kiewit is a podcast of the CapeTalk breakfast show. This programme is your authentic Cape Town wake-up call. Good Morning Cape Town with Lester Kiewit is informative, enlightening and accessible. The team’s ability to spot & share relevant and unusual stories make the programme inclusive and thought-provoking. Don’t miss the popular World View feature at 7:45am daily. Listen out for #LesterInYourLounge which is an outside broadcast – from the home of a listener in a different part of Cape Town - on the first Wednesday of every month. This show introduces you to interesting Capetonians as well as their favourite communities, habits, local personalities and neighbourhood news. Thank you for listening to a podcast from Good Morning Cape Town with Lester Kiewit. Listen live on Primedia+ weekdays between 06:00 and 09:00 (SA Time) to Good Morning CapeTalk with Lester Kiewit broadcast on CapeTalk https://buff.ly/NnFM3Nk For more from the show go to https://buff.ly/xGkqLbT or find all the catch-up podcasts here https://buff.ly/f9Eeb7i Subscribe to the CapeTalk Daily and Weekly Newsletters https://buff.ly/sbvVZD5 Follow us on social media CapeTalk on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CapeTalk CapeTalk on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@capetalk CapeTalk on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ CapeTalk on X: https://x.com/CapeTalk CapeTalk on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@CapeTalk567 See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week on the pod, Breifne Earley and Aaron Clarke dive into a packed week for women's football at home and abroad: European Adventure ContinuesAthlone Town secure their place in the UEFA Women's Europa Cup, drawing Scottish giants Glasgow City in the next round. Can the Town make history? Wexford Win All-Island CupWexford FC capture their first silverware since the merger, holding their nerve in a penalty shootout win over Bohemians after a crazy game in Ferrycarrig Park. Classic game of two halves, wild weather, and drama to the last kick. LOI Women's Premier Division Highlights:Treaty United 2–1 Galway UnitedBella Flocchini stuns with a rocket before Madison McGuane slotted home the decisive penalty in a huge derby win.Shelbourne 8–0 Sligo RoversWelcome to the league Holly Murphy Harcourt! A debut goal-of-the-month contender seals an emphatic Reds win.Cork City 1–1 DLR WavesCork will rue missed chances in a game they could have won multiple times.Peamount United 1–0 Shamrock RoversEllen Dolan delivers derby delight with a sensational long-range strike to take the bragging rights in West Dublin. FAI & Eileen Gleeson SagaWe also dissect the ongoing fallout between the FAI and former WNT manager Eileen Gleeson, as headlines continue to swirl. Listen now on FinalWhistle.ie or your favourite podcast app!

Keith Treacy, Richie Towell, Rachel Graham and Hungarian journalist Bence Bocsak join Raf Diallo as Ireland face Hungary in the World Cup qualifiers, Shelbourne, Shamrock Rovers and Athlone make European progress, Jack Byrne leaves for Dubai and Wexford win a trophy.

Eoin Sheahan is joined by Riche McCormack and Stephen Doyle in studio for Wednesday's Newsround, as a new audit has revealed that LOI Academies are trailing lower ranked international competitors in key areas of staffing and contact-hours, while Keegan Bradley has spoken about the upcoming Ryder Cup.The Newsround with UPMC Ireland | #GetBackInAction

National Broadband Ireland (NBI), the company responsible for delivering the Government's National Broadband Plan (NBP), has announced that over 400,000 homes, farms and businesses in the State's Intervention Area can now connect to high-speed broadband.?This follows a decision earlier this year to accelerate delivery to an additional 65,000 homes, farms and businesses, bringing forward access to high-speed broadband for communities across rural Ireland. NBI has achieved the milestone ahead of schedule, meaning the company is now on course to surpass its 2025 target of 420,000 premises passed. When a premises is passed, an order can be placed to connect to high-speed fibre broadband on the NBI Network. People living and working in rural Ireland can enter their Eircode on the NBI website, www.nbi.ie, to see if their home or business is included in the rollout and how to get connected. With more than 50 broadband providers actively selling on NBI's open-access network, rural communities now have access to the same level of competition and choice as those in urban areas. Customers can select from a wide range of internet providers, with competitive pricing and bundled packages available nationwide. The rollout is already delivering meaningful impact with over 140,000 premises already connected. Take-up rates average 35% and continue to climb, approaching 60% in areas where the network has been live the longest, such as the rural areas near Athlone, Castlebar and Emyvale. Fibre broadband is also available to order on 19 islands, including Achill Islan,d where the first homes and businesses began connecting in June. Independent research continues to highlight the real-world impact of the National Broadband Plan such as improved quality of life and better access to essential services as well as stronger digital capacity for rural businesses. Minister for Culture, Communications and Sport, Patrick O'Donovan, T.D. said: "The advent of rural broadband has been truly transformative, not only bridging the digital divide, but also breathing new life into once isolated communities. Even the most remote parts of our country now have the opportunity to sustain local businesses, educate their children, and preserve a way of life in a modern, connected world." "National Broadband Ireland is playing an instrumental role in delivering one of the most ambitious infrastructure projects in the history of the State. Great credit is due to NBI, its leadership, contractors, and the men and women on the ground who are making this happen. They are ensuring that every home, farm and business, no matter how remote, has access to the kind of connectivity that levels the playing field and unlocks opportunity for all." TJ Malone, Chief Executive Officer, National Broadband Ireland, said: "Passing 400,000 premises marks another major step forward in the delivery of the National Broadband Plan. Every week, thousands more premises are being made ready for service, and the level of interest and demand we're seeing is remarkable. As the rollout progresses, the full potential of a connected rural Ireland is becoming increasingly clear. "This progress reflects the tireless work of our build partners, engineering teams and broadband providers across the country. It also wouldn't be possible without the support and leadership of the Government, which has made a long-term commitment to connecting every part of Ireland and ensuring no one is left behind in the digital age." There are currently 564,000 premises included in the NBP Intervention Area, up from 537,000 premises at the time of contract award. Progress update as of 20.08.2025: The number of premises passed, and which can connect to NBI's fibre network, is 400,147. 140,592 premises are already connected. The average take-rate is 35%. Take-up is approaching 60% where services have been available for longer. 100% of surveying works are complete, and all remaining premises are now in the construction phase. 95...

In this week's episode of The 1895 Podcast, Ste and Adam dive deep into a thrilling week for Shelbourne FC, filled with ups and downs. They dissect the dramatic encounter against Linfield and reflect on the mixed results from the recent matches, including the tough game against Athlone. There's also Richie Rankings, listener comments, and all the usual tangents.

On this weeks Las Damas your 100% Unofficial SSE Airtricity Womens Premier Division Podcast, sponsored by NordVPN.Get your exclusive discount by heading over to NordVPN.com/TOTAPDecky is back and he has been dancing to MadonnaAthlone head off to EuropeSideline's come under the microscopeAll the weekend action reviewThe Mailbag is Full of Athlone vs Shels Observations The AIC Preview & Much Much More

On this week's episode, @breifneearley and @aaron_c91 return to unpack a thrilling round of FAI Women's Cup Quarter Final action, an eye-catching league comeback from Peamount United, and the implications of the semi-final draw as the business end of the season heats up.

Conan Byrne, Barry Murphy and Rachel Graham join John Kenny to review the weekend's cup ties and discuss some big upcoming European games for Irish clubs.

Clarence Ford speaks to theatre maker Pat Pillai for more on his quirky production. Views and News with Clarence Ford is the mid-morning show on CapeTalk. This 3-hour long programme shares and reflects a broad array of perspectives. It is inspirational, passionate and positive. Host Clarence Ford’s gentle curiosity and dapper demeanour leave listeners feeling motivated and empowered. Known for his love of jazz and golf, Clarrie covers a range of themes including relationships, heritage and philosophy. Popular segments include Barbs’ Wire at 9:30am (Mon-Thurs) and The Naked Scientist at 9:30 on Fridays. Thank you for listening to a podcast from Views & News with Clarence Ford Listen live on Primedia+ weekdays between 09:00 and 12:00 (SA Time) to Views and News with Clarence Ford broadcast on CapeTalk https://buff.ly/NnFM3Nk For more from the show go to https://buff.ly/erjiQj2 or find all the catch-up podcasts here https://buff.ly/BdpaXRn Subscribe to the CapeTalk Daily and Weekly Newsletters https://buff.ly/sbvVZD5 Follow us on social media: CapeTalk on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CapeTalk CapeTalk on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@capetalk CapeTalk on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ CapeTalk on X: https://x.com/CapeTalk CapeTalk on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@CapeTalk567See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In Episode 24 of Season 5, hosts Breifne Earley and Aaron Clarke return to unpack another drama-filled weekend in the SSE Airtricity Women's Premier Division, where comebacks, late goals, and managerial changes made headlines ahead of a highly-anticipated FAI Women's Cup Quarter-Final weekend.

Hello and welcome to a brand new episode of Word On The Street! Susanna is away this week, but Rachel is back from a long weekend at All Together Now to join Eve in studio and listen to her very biased account of last week's Champions League run for Athlone Town women.Have a topic in mind? Send us a DM on @OffTheBall on all our social platforms, or send us a message at 087 9 180 180

In S5E23 of the League of Ireland Women's Podcast, Breifne Earley and Aaron Clarke dive into another packed week of LOI Women's action.

Dr Imtiaz Sooliman , founder of Gift of the Givers joins Clarence as the humanitarian organization celebrates its 33rd anniversary. Views and News with Clarence Ford is the mid-morning show on CapeTalk. This 3-hour long programme shares and reflects a broad array of perspectives. It is inspirational, passionate and positive. Host Clarence Ford’s gentle curiosity and dapper demeanour leave listeners feeling motivated and empowered. Known for his love of jazz and golf, Clarrie covers a range of themes including relationships, heritage and philosophy. Popular segments include Barbs’ Wire at 9:30am (Mon-Thurs) and The Naked Scientist at 9:30 on Fridays. Thank you for listening to a podcast from Views & News with Clarence Ford Listen live on Primedia+ weekdays between 09:00 and 12:00 (SA Time) to Views and News with Clarence Ford broadcast on CapeTalk https://buff.ly/NnFM3Nk For more from the show go to https://buff.ly/erjiQj2 or find all the catch-up podcasts here https://buff.ly/BdpaXRn Subscribe to the CapeTalk Daily and Weekly Newsletters https://buff.ly/sbvVZD5 Follow us on social media: CapeTalk on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CapeTalk CapeTalk on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@capetalk CapeTalk on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ CapeTalk on X: https://x.com/CapeTalk CapeTalk on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@CapeTalk567See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Kayleigh Shine and Colin Fortune share their thoughts after Athlone Town's 3-0 victory against ZNK Agram that sees them safely into round 2 of the Champions League qualifiers, which will take place on August 27 in the Netherlands.

New Athlone Town Chairman/Owner Nick Giannotti joins OTB's Eve Conway in the wake of Athlone Town's Women's team reaching the 2nd qualifying round of the Women's Champions League. He talks to her about his takeover of the club and what ambitions he has for Athlone Town's Men's and Women's teams.LOI on OTB with Rockshore 0.0

Athlone Town manager Colin Fortune and midfielder Roisin Molloy speak with Off The Ball after their side's emphatic victory over Cardiff City women in the semi-final of the Champions League Round 1 qualifier

On Thursday's Football Daily, Phil Egan brings you all the latest as Shelbourne fall out of the Champions League, whilst Athlone Town power on.Joey O'Brien wants a big push for the business end of the season.Wessel Speel has a debut to remember.Roisin Molloy believes Athlone have come very far in a short period.Robbie Keane's Ferencvaros to take on Ludogorets.Manchester United go for Sesko, and maybe Watkins too.And Eric Trump says that Chelsea wanted 'The Donald' as part of their celebrations.Become a member and subscribe at offtheball.com/join

In S5E22 of the League of Ireland Women's Podcast, @breifneearley and @aaron_c91 look back on a historic night in Athlone, as the Town dazzled in their Champions League opener.

Eve Conway joins Ger Gilroy and Colm Boohig ahead of Athlone Town's 1st round Champions League tie against Cardiff this evening in the midlands. OTB Breakfast on UPMC w/ UPMC #GetBackInAction

On Tuesday's Football Daily, Phil Egan brings you all the latest as Alexander Isak's move away from Newcastle is put to their boss Eddie Howe.Could Aaron Ramsdale solve the Geordie's goalkeeping position?Nottingham Forest chase a replacement for Anthony Elanga, is Adam Traore about to swap London for the midlands?Gigi Donnarumma to Manchester United?Leeds miss out on a Brazilian winger.Sunderland add some Swiss steal to their midfield.And Athlone Town get ready for another big European night.Become a member and subscribe at offtheball.com/join

In S5E21 of the League of Ireland Women's Podcast, @breifneearley and @aaron_c91 preview a massive week for Irish women's football — from Europe to domestic drama. Athlone Town begin their Champions League journey on Wednesday as they host Cardiff City in Athlone. Can they make a statement on the continental stage? Shamrock Rovers return to league action against Waterford on Tuesday — with Stephanie Zambra taking charge for the first time, and new signings Mia Dodd and Taylor White in line for debuts. In the All-Island Cup Semi-Finals: Bohemians reached their first-ever senior final, overcoming Shelbourne on penalties But it was a chaotic night for Shels — who had both Noelle Murray and Alex Kavanagh sent off, and lost top scorer Kate Mooney to injury Wexford finally broke their semi-final curse, beating holders Galway United thanks to an Ellen Molloy winner In the FAI Women's Amateur Cup Final: Whitehall Rangers defeated Terenure College 1-0 at UCD Leah McHugh (ex-Sligo Rovers academy) scored the only goal A late penalty save from Lauren Davies (ex-UCD Waves & Kilkenny City) secured the win for Jennifer Kett's side.

Shelbourne's Rachel Graham joins Raf Diallo to look back on England's Euro 2025 final win over Spain, picks her player of the tournament and talks Athlone in the Champions League, while Richie Towell and Graham Gartland chat Evan Ferguson, Kevin Zefi, the LOI sides in Europe and Friday's results.

In S5E20 of the League of Ireland Women's Podcast, @breifneearley and @aaron_c91 dig into a dramatic week across the Women's Premier Division, with shock results, managerial moves, and title momentum swinging once again.

Morning Ireland's Sally-Ann Barrett asks people in Athlone if it's time to lower Ireland's voting age to sixteen.

The biggest day in the domestic calendar takes place this weekend at Dubarry Park in Athlone, with a championship triple header: The Harp Bowl between the Louth Mavericks and Westmeath Minotaurs, the Shamrock Bowl between UCD and the Belfast Trojans - and the first ever time the Claddagh Bowl will take centre stage on the big day.Michael speaks with UCD HC Darragh Farrell and Belfast Trojans HC Phil Gunning ahead of the weekend.You can get tickets here: https://www.universe.com/events/american-football-ireland-championship-tripleheader-tickets-BRCKY7?fbclid=PAQ0xDSwLYoMpleHRuA2FlbQIxMQABp6qyygjvKIPo_drMI7kVxX7tw_zuhJdxNYC-C_Fe0vJncX0ZzgWR6VysNigY_aem_RGTWMBcC13FlEj447KiSZAYour ticket includes a free gameday program while supplies last. The event also features cheerleaders, aviation aerial acrobatics, raffle prizes, great food and drink on location from the Bounty Bar, and three games of championship American football.

Galway United head to the home of the league champions this Saturday (19th July 2025) when they go up against Athlone Town in the SSE Airtricity League Women's Premier Division. The Tribeswomen have won four of their last five games, following a mid-season slump, and are currently third on 22 points, nine behind their opponents. Athlone Town have only conceded two goals this season and were 3-0 victors when they visited Galway back in May. At the end of the last season, Julie-Ann Russell was among the goal scorers in a 3-2 victory for Galway United, before announcing her retirement from club and international football.  She caught up with Galway Bay FM's Darren Kelly to tell us how things have been going since and to look ahead to the trip to Athlone. == Kick-off at Athlone Town Stadium on Saturday is 7.30pm.

It's Bowl week and we will look ahead to a bumper day in Athlone.

Jenny from Athlone sets the standard for the week low, naming 0 movies set in Ireland in 10 seconds

Senior polisiebeamptes se twis oor beweerde politieke inmenging betrek selfs die Minister van Polisie. Stormweer eis sy tol van informele nedersettings in Kaapstad, soos Vygieskraal, Gugulethu, Mfuleni, Khayelitsha, Du Noon and Athlone. Die eerste intreegesprek vir die Nasionale Dialoog word by Noordwes-Universiteit gehou.

Sara-Jayne Makwala King in for Pippa Hudson speaks to Kara Levy from Petco about a pilot project involving three schools from Athlone. Lunch with Pippa Hudson is CapeTalk’s mid-afternoon show. This 2-hour respite from hard news encourages the audience to take the time to explore, taste, read and reflect. The show - presented by former journalist, baker and water sports enthusiast Pippa Hudson - is unashamedly lifestyle driven. Popular features include a daily profile interview #OnTheCouch at 1:10pm. Consumer issues are in the spotlight every Wednesday while the team also unpacks all things related to health, wealth & the environment. Thank you for listening to a podcast from Lunch with Pippa Hudson Listen live on Primedia+ weekdays between 13:00 and 15:00 (SA Time) to Lunch with Pippa Hudson broadcast on CapeTalk https://buff.ly/NnFM3Nk For more from the show go to https://buff.ly/MdSlWEs or find all the catch-up podcasts here https://buff.ly/fDJWe69 Subscribe to the CapeTalk Daily and Weekly Newsletters https://buff.ly/sbvVZD5 Follow us on social media: CapeTalk on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CapeTalk CapeTalk on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@capetalk CapeTalk on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ CapeTalk on X: https://x.com/CapeTalk CapeTalk on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@CapeTalk567See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Mike Wills speaks to Faiez Jacobs — former Member of Parliament, founder of The Transcendence Group, lifelong activist, and proud Capetonian — who reflects on what Mamdani’s rise could mean for Cape Town’s fractured political landscape. For Jacobs, Mamdani's victory in the Democratic primary isn’t just about winning office — it’s about the return of people-centred politics rooted in presence, principle, and performance. Presenter John Maytham is an actor and author-turned-talk radio veteran and seasoned journalist. His show serves a round-up of local and international news coupled with the latest in business, sport, traffic and weather. The host’s eclectic interests mean the program often surprises the audience with intriguing book reviews and inspiring interviews profiling artists. A daily highlight is Rapid Fire, just after 5:30pm. CapeTalk fans call in, to stump the presenter with their general knowledge questions. Another firm favourite is the humorous Thursday crossing with award-winning journalist Rebecca Davis, called “Plan B”. Thank you for listening to a podcast from Afternoon Drive with John Maytham Listen live on Primedia+ weekdays from 15:00 and 18:00 (SA Time) to Afternoon Drive with John Maytham broadcast on CapeTalk https://buff.ly/NnFM3Nk For more from the show go to https://buff.ly/BSFy4Cn or find all the catch-up podcasts here https://buff.ly/n8nWt4x Subscribe to the CapeTalk Daily and Weekly Newsletters https://buff.ly/sbvVZD5Follow us on social media:CapeTalk on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CapeTalkCapeTalk on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@capetalkCapeTalk on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/CapeTalk on X: https://x.com/CapeTalkCapeTalk on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@CapeTalk567See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A Judge has deferred giving her judgement on the future of an IPAS centre in Westmeath. The centre at Lisseywollen in Athlone was designed to house up to 1,000 asylum seekers. Reporter Dyane Connors was in court today

Newsround time again! Today Eoin Mick, and Cathal bring you through the biggest stories of the day, including the news that Keith Andrews is likely to be Brentford's new manager, Athlone Town Stadium will host Champions League football, and much more!The Newsround on Off The Ball with UPMC Ireland | #GetBackInAction

The regular season is done and not without controversy. The Raod to Athlone is set and we are here to talk about last weekend's results and look ahead. to the Shield and Plate Playoff games. this weekend.

Saoirse who's a chef in Athlone starts the week off strong, naming 5 types of footwear in under 8.2 seconds. This question was inspired by the painful cowboy boots wore by many to Zach Bryan at the weekend

John Maytham is joined by Craig Parks, producer of the Urban Outreach Concert, to talk about how this unique Artscape initiative is bringing world-class performance right into the heart of Cape Town’s communities. With the spotlight on Athlone this year, the concert offers a professionally staged, free-to-attend celebration of local talent — hosted at the Athlone Community Centre. Presenter John Maytham is an actor and author-turned-talk radio veteran and seasoned journalist. His show serves a round-up of local and international news coupled with the latest in business, sport, traffic and weather. The host’s eclectic interests mean the program often surprises the audience with intriguing book reviews and inspiring interviews profiling artists. A daily highlight is Rapid Fire, just after 5:30pm. CapeTalk fans call in, to stump the presenter with their general knowledge questions. Another firm favourite is the humorous Thursday crossing with award-winning journalist Rebecca Davis, called “Plan B”. Thank you for listening to a podcast from Afternoon Drive with John Maytham Listen live on Primedia+ weekdays from 15:00 and 18:00 (SA Time) to Afternoon Drive with John Maytham broadcast on CapeTalk https://buff.ly/NnFM3Nk For more from the show go to https://buff.ly/BSFy4Cn or find all the catch-up podcasts here https://buff.ly/n8nWt4x Subscribe to the CapeTalk Daily and Weekly Newsletters https://buff.ly/sbvVZD5 Follow us on social media: CapeTalk on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CapeTalk CapeTalk on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@capetalk CapeTalk on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ CapeTalk on X: https://x.com/CapeTalk CapeTalk on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@CapeTalk567 See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

National Broadband Ireland (NBI), the company responsible for delivering the Government's National Broadband Plan (NBP), has announced that two-thirds of homes, farms and businesses in the rollout area can now connect to high-speed broadband. There are now 367,154 premises that have been passed with NBI fibre (out of the 564,000 currently included in the NBP Intervention Area). This follows a decision earlier this year to bring forward the connection timeline for 65,000 homes, farms and businesses, ensuring faster access to fibre broadband for thousands of families and communities across rural Ireland. When a premises is passed, an order can be placed to connect to high-speed fibre broadband on the NBI Network. People living and working in rural Ireland can enter their Eircode on the NBI website, www.nbi.ie, to see if their home or business is included in the rollout and how to get connected. With more than 50 broadband providers actively selling on NBI's open-access network, rural communities now have access to the same level of competition and choice as those in urban areas. Customers can select from a wide range of internet providers, with competitive pricing and bundled packages available nationwide. The rollout is already delivering meaningful impact with 129,079 premises already connected. Take-up rates now average 35% and continue to climb, approaching 60% in areas where the network has been live the longest such as the rural areas near Athlone, Castlebar and Emyvale. Fibre broadband is also live on ten offshore islands, including Hare Island, Collanmore Island and Rutland Island, with build works significantly completed on others, including Achill Island, where people can now order connectivity on the NBI Network. Independent research has highlighted early social and economic benefits, such as improved quality of life, increased productivity for rural businesses, and enhanced access to services, showing the transformative potential of the NBP as it nears completion. Minister for Culture, Communications and Sport, Patrick O'Donovan, T.D., said: "This is a major milestone for the National Broadband Plan and for rural Ireland. Two-thirds of homes, farms and businesses in the rollout area can now access world-class connectivity - a transformative step for communities, businesses and families across the country. Reliable high-speed broadband is no longer a luxury; it is a necessity, and I am proud of the Government's ongoing commitment to ensuring every home, no matter how remote, is given the opportunity to thrive in a connected world." Peter Hendrick, Chief Executive Officer, National Broadband Ireland, said: "We are proud to have passed two-thirds of the premises in the State intervention area, bringing us significantly closer to our goal of delivering high-speed fibre broadband to every home, farm and business in the rollout area. The strong and growing take-up rate reflects the demand for reliable connectivity in rural Ireland and the trust people are placing in the NBI network. With over 50 retail providers offering services on our open-access network, end users have real choice and access to world-leading speeds." Progress update as of 23.05.2025: The number of premises passed, and which can connect to NBI's fibre network, is 367,154. 129,079 premises are already connected. The average take-rate is 35%. Take-up is approaching 60% where services have been available for longer. 95% of the project (537,286 premises) has moved to or through construction. 100% of premises have been surveyed. Take-up rates are approaching 60% in the Deployment Areas that were released first. 955 Broadband Connection Points (BCPs) have been installed and are live with 672 of these in schools. A high-speed broadband connection through NBI is available for order on 10 of the 27 islands included in the rollout. The remaining 17 islands are in various stages of survey and design works. More about Irish Tech News Irish Tech News are Ireland's...

Sinéad Hussey, Midlands Correspondent, has been to the Shannon Callow south of Athlone to find out more the corncrake project.

Paddy Kavanagh joins us following Bohs latest miraculous late recovery while he also gives us a general overview of the Premier Division season so far.  As ever, the First Division gets just as much care and attention on BTS as we speak to Shane Keegan about the second tier and reports linking him with the vacant Athlone job.  We also hear from Ciaran Kilduff on Dean Ebbe's brace away to Longford last week which has naturally left our podcast hosts feeling rather blue.  Sponsored by QuinnAv.ie 

It's another socially distanced production this week, and Bohs fans are partying like it's 2021 as they bask in the glory of an unexpected sequence of victories. In a jam packed show brought to you by our friends at Rascals, Collar & Cuff, Sport Cosanta and Future Ticketing, we reflect on a dramatic night in Dalymount, a testy affair in Tallaght and ask what goals from the prophet Moses can do for Galway. Another crowded mailbag brings the lads down a road of Reynolds revisionism, media-manager relationships, underage potential, selective best elevens and astute if anonymous Athlone analysis. Dan just didn't realise that the road would end with Johnny setting an unusual Shelbourne selfie challenge before confirming that if Galway can't do the business at the top, they'll always have Jimmy Keohane's bottom. Confused? This episode might just make sense of it all.

It all kicked off over the Easter Bank Holiday weekend with Keith Long departing Waterford and Marc Canham announcing his departure from the FAI.  The lads also chew the fat on Bohs incredibly derby day comeback, Cork City's late winner in the Munster derby against Waterford and discuss reports linking Ruaidhrí Higgins with the Blues job and the vacant position at Athlone.  Who were the big winners and losers over the Easter weekend and more importantly what Easter eggs if any did the lads get?  All of this is brought to you by our sponsor QuinnAv.ie

What if we could start over? What if instead of just stitching the North onto the South, we reimagined the whole country. new flag, new anthem, even a brand-new capital? What if Ireland's future wasn't just about unity, but about revolutionising how we run our society? From Swiss-style direct democracy to high-speed rail, from Athlone as a futuristic capital to a redefined relationship with the Commonwealth, this episode dives deep into bold ideas for a Second Republic. We're talking more than a united Ireland, instead an Ireland that actually works. With special guest Paddy Cullivan, this is a no-holds-barred conversation on history, identity, and the radical ideas that could shape the next decade. Whether you think a united Ireland is inevitable or impossible, one thing's for sure: the way we do things now is broken. And maybe, just maybe, there's a way to fix it. Join the gang! https://plus.acast.com/s/the-david-mcwilliams-podcast. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.