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It's confirmed — Ireland are heading to Prague in March to face Czechia.Cathal is joined by OTB's Colm Boohig to react to the news that Ireland will take on Czechia in the World Cup play-off semi-final, with Denmark or North Macedonia awaiting in the final.Paul Nealon from Irish Football Fan TV also joins Cathal to give his reaction and share what the past week has been like for him.Cathal and Colm also continue their mission to pick the best Premier League XI of all time — and this week, the right-back spot is up for grabs.
Tá ceist na hOllscolaíochta thrí Ghaeilge,le plé ag Comhchoiste na Gaeilge, na Gaeltachta agus Phobal Labhartha na Gaeilge i dTithe an Oireachtais inniu.
Craobh Caide Chiarraí Thiar buaite ag an nGaeltacht don gcéad uair ó 2017 - imreoir agus ball den lucht bainistíochta ag caint faoi.
You asked, we answered. In this special listener Q&A episode, co-host Annette turns the tables and asks Cathal the questions we usually ask our guests.This is the story behind Better at Work: why it started, what we're building, and where we're going next.
Alisson? Čech? Schmeichel?OTB's Colm Boohig is picking his all-time Premier League XI — and it all starts between the sticks!Got a suggestion? Email us at kickoff@todayfm.com.Cathal is also joined by Eamonn Donnelly from the Dublin Arsenal Supporters Club.It's not a bad time to be an Arsenal fan… is it?
Post nua fógartha ag an gCampas - bainisteoir Cláir agus Oiliúna.
Plé agus anailís faoin méid a bheas ar bun ag Uachtarán na hÉireann Catherine Connolly agus í ag cur tús lena tréimhse sa oifig.
Wayne serenaded his wife Coleen backstage at a McFly gig!Cathal stepped in for Maria on this week's As Seen On Your Screen.
Maigh Cuilinn manager Cathal Clancy spoke to Jonathan Higgins in the aftermath of his side's 1-20 to 1-9 victory over Shamrock Gaels in the Connacht Senior Football Championship Quarter-Final on Sunday afternoon.
Beidh sraith de sheisiúin eolais a reáchtáil ag Údarás na Gaeltachta in Iar Thuaisceart na Contae an tseachtain seo dírithe ar chóras Fuinneamh Gréine. Beidh cruinniú eolais don phobal ar Thógra pilóta úr atá ar bun ag an chomhlucht Digren, chun painéil gréine a chur ar tithe saor in aisce thar 100 teach sa Ghaeltacht.
He went up against our very own Cathal!All-Ireland hurling winner with Tipperary, Willie Connors, joined Dave for a chat about Clover's sponsorship of the new Tipperary GAA jersey.
For the first time in three years, Maigh Cuilinn are back in AIB Connacht Senior Football Championship action this Sunday (9th November 2025) when they travel to take on Sligo winners Shamrock Gaels. The west Galway men won their third Frank Fox two weeks previously against Salthill-Knocknacarra and they'll now hope to add to their 2022 provincial success. But even though they'll start as favourites, the Yeats County did produce last year's winners (Coolera-Strandhill), so a tough test is expected. Leading up to the game, Maigh Cuilinn manager Cathal Clancy has been chatting to Galway Bay FM's Darren Kelly. == Throw-in at Kilcoyne Park, Tubbercurry on Sunday is 1.30pm and we'll have LIVE coverage here on Galway Bay FM.
Fans are what make football special — who could forget Andy Tate's iconic line, “Give it Giggsy 'til the end of the season!”In this episode of The Kick Off, Cathal and OTB's Colm Boohig take a trip down memory lane, revisiting some of the most unforgettable fan moments in football. Colm also previews this weekend's Premier League fixtures.Later on, Cathal is joined by Irish Seagull Tony Hayes to chat about Brighton's season so far.
Páirteach in Oireachtas na Samhna le Agallamh Beirte – 'Santa Imithe Amú ag an tOireachtas'
Ballinasloe joint captains Eoin Coleman and Cathal O'Hanlon (Also Player of the Match) speak to Darren Kelly after they claimed a third successive Junior 1 Hurling Championship title with victory over Kiltormer in Kenny Park, Athenry on Sunday afternoon.
A listener wrote in with a big question: “Where do I even begin with a career change?”In this episode, Cathal and Annette share practical advice on how to identify your unique talents, reconnect with your passions, and take small, meaningful steps toward work that matters.They also reflect on the lessons from Dr Zach Mercurio (Why Mattering Matters) — and preview next week's guest, Julianne Miles, founder of Career Returners, who helps people re-enter the workforce after time away.Watch next:
In this episode of The Kick Off, Cathal is joined by Today FM presenter Dave Moore.Dave opens up about his lifelong love for Manchester United and shares an unforgettable Old Trafford story — one that involves Sir Alex Ferguson getting a little hands-on.OTB's Colm Boohig also returns to preview this weekend's Premier League fixtures.
HURLING: St. Thomas' manager Cathal Daly with Galway Bay FM's Niall Canavan ahead of their SHC Final against Loughrea
Cathal crashed his bike into a deer - Peter used to redo the wallpaper every year - Edward knows what to eat to defeat the gloomy season - Mary knows a thing or two about running a marathon
On Hurling Chat this week, Andy Coen joins Niall and Sean to discuss the weekend Hurling action, which saw St Thomas and Loughrea qualify for the County Senior Final, Liam Mellows become the Senior B Champions, while Meelick Eyrecourt and Kinvara will contest the Intermediate Final. In the second part, Galway Camogie Manager Cathal Murray, talks about the wonderful year that was 2025 and the big fundraising events that are coming up to fund a players holiday. During the course of the chat, Cathal spoke about his surprise that the Senior Camogie manager position is open to expressions of interest, though he indicated that he will go for an interview for the position.
FOOTBALL: Maigh Cuilinn manager Cathal Clancy with Galway Bay FM's Jonathan Higgins ahead of the County Senior Final against Salthill-Knocknacarra
Galway Camogie Manager Cathal Murray and captain Carrie Dolan speak to Ollie Turner about the upcoming fundraiser for the All-Ireland champions team holiday. A breakfast morning with the All-Ireland Senior Camogie Champions will be held on 31st October in the Clayton hotel starting at 8:30 am.
Annette and Cathal sit down to debrief last week's episode with Tasha Eurich—and it got real.Her research on why resilience is a limited resource, the concept of "grit-gaslighting," and the three biological needs we're all trying to meet completely shifted how we think about stress and burnout.In this Listener's Questions episode, we break down:→ The moments from Tasha's episode that hit us hardest→ What we're actually going to change in how we approach difficult times→ Why the resilience ceiling explains so much about high achiever burnout→ Your questions from the community about becoming shatterproofIf you haven't listened to Tasha's full episode yet, go back and watch that first here.This is LQ Episode #2—where we take the best conversations from Better@Work and go deeper with your questions and our honest takeaways.
Cathal is joined by OTB's Colm Boohig to preview this weekend's Premier League fixtures.The lads dive into the Liverpool–United rivalry — is it one of the greatest in Premier League history? They also chat about former Arsenal wonderkid Jack Wilshere and his appointment as Luton Town manager.Later on, Andy McCormack, a lifelong Crystal Palace fan and member of the Irish Crystal Palace Supporters Club, joins Cathal to talk about his club's recent success.
With county final weekend upon us we got the views of two men who will be having a slightly different experience of it.Rathvilly's Eric Molloy was sidelined with an ACL injury from the early part of the year, while Cathal Bailey suffered a serious leg break in Grange's game with St Patrick's in the IFC group stages.The two lads give us an insight into the injuries, the recovery involved and take us through all the finals this weekend from Junior C to Senior.There's great insight to be got here.Massive thanks to our partners:Tully's Bar CarlowDS SportsHeron SaunaInfinite EnergyKevin Kelly PharmacyNurney Plant & CivilFenlon Heating & PlumbingBarrow BrewTeach Ui BhraonainMilano's Takeaway BagenalstownIf you appreciate our content and want to support our efforts you can spot us a coffee here: https://buymeacoffee.com/leftwingback
Firefighters Cathal Murray and Ger Dolan have some great tips for fire safety and getting the most from alarms as we start National Fire Safety Week Remember there's a stall in City Hall all week where you can get advice too. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Cathal is joined once again by OTB's Colm Boohig for this episode of The Kick Off.With the Premier League on pause for the international break, the lads take a trip down memory lane — revisiting some of the most iconic post-match interviews from managers over the years.Later on, Bournemouth fan Harry Bailey drops by to chat about his club's current form — and shares a wild story involving Old Trafford… and a bomb scare.
There's no doubt 2025 has been an action packed one for Irish boxing - the next big show is Jay Byrne Promotios ‘A New Dawn' on Friday 10th October at the National Stadium. Top of the bill is a battle of 2 pals Paul Ryan v Edward Donovan which promises to be a tremendous match. There's a huge Cork v Kerry derby when Cathal Crowley takes on Kevin Cronin. Daniel O'Sullivan will face Dean Walsh, Shaun Murray v Peter Carr. Podge Collins, Glen Lynch, Kelsey Leonard & John Carlenter plus many more will feature a stacked card wirh 17 fights.Joining Ian & AL on this episode is Glen Byrne, Cathal Crowley & Tina Desmond.JB Promotions Insta: https://tinyurl.com/5n7ccbz2Triller TV: https://tinyurl.com/4ekjmt45Keep up to date with us on social media?
Tunes: Advocates 5.2.22 Manuscript: The Laird of Ogle's, Tune # 8, 9 (Strathspey), 10 (Lochiel's Awa to France), 11 (The Black Mill), Jack has Got a Wife, Jack's Frolic, White Jock, Le Demoiselles, The School for Lovers, Cathal Brown: Gahagan's Frisk, The Humours Westmeath, James Aird: Jackson's Frolic, +X+X+ To Download Brian's Article Click here: https://www.patreon.com/file?h=140330775&m=542585391 Check out the Archive of Alternate Pipers of North America here: https://pipersgathering.org/apnaold/?pageid=1553 Check out Verdant Whistles here: https://www.irishflutestore.com/products/verdant-whistles?srsltid=AfmBOor8vrcJJgs8ymmlfAckxthB3VDDIiN2xFo5y_CZrqDeEfUOlqfo Sources: +X+X+ You can download the Patreon Tunebook this week: https://www.patreon.com/file?h=140330775&m=542604147 +X+X+ The Advocates' manuscript 5.2.22 is available online via Ross's Music Page: https://www.cl.cam.ac.uk/archive/rja14/music/index.html All the tunes (apart from Laird of Ogle's) Comes from PDF 1: https://www.cl.cam.ac.uk/archive/rja14/musicfiles/manuscripts/advocates1.pdf Laird of Ogle's Is in the 2nd PDF: https://www.cl.cam.ac.uk/archive/rja14/musicfiles/manuscripts/advocates2.pdf +X+X+ 1780s: Jackson's Frolic from Jame Aird's Collection https://archive.org/details/selectionofscotc01rugg/page/190/mode/2up +X+X+ FIN Here are some ways you can support the show: You can support the Podcast by joining the Patreon page at https://www.patreon.com/wetootwaag You can also take a minute to leave a review of the podcast if you listen on Itunes! Tell your piping and history friends about the podcast! Checkout my Merch Store on Bagpipeswag: https://www.bagpipeswag.com/wetootwaag You can also support me by Buying my Albums on Bandcamp: https://jeremykingsbury.bandcamp.com/ You can now buy physical CDs of my albums using this Kunaki link: https://kunaki.com/msales.asp?PublisherId=166528&pp=1 You can just send me an email at wetootwaag@gmail.com letting me know what you thought of the episode! Listener mail keeps me going! Finally I have some other support options here: https://www.wetootwaag.com/support Thanks! Listen on Itunes/Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/wetootwaags-bagpipe-and-history-podcast/id129776677 Listen on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/5QxzqrSm0pu6v8y8pLsv5j?si=QLiG0L1pT1eu7B5_FDmgGA
Welcome to our first-ever Listener Questions episode on Better@Work!Hosts Cathal Quinlan and Annette Sloan are back for Season 4 with your new favourite format. Real workplace questions, real talk, and actionable advice.In this episode:Quick-fire get-to-know-you round with Cathal & AnnetteHelen Tupper's top takeaways from last week's launch episodeThe tough (and sometimes hilarious) career questions you submitted—answered on airGot your own workplace dilemma or question for Annette? Submit it anytime at https://betteratwork.net.Don't forget to subscribe for future Q&As and interviews with leading experts!Like, share, and leave a comment below: what's the biggest work challenge you're facing right now?
Cathal is joined once again by OTB's Colm Boohig to preview this weekend's fixtures. The lads dive into Liverpool's recent stumble, United's ongoing struggles, and Colm is a bit baffled at Graham Potter's sacking on a Saturday morning.Lifelong West Ham fan John McCarthy joins Cathal to reflect on the club's recent managerial change and what it could mean for the Hammers going forward.
The curse of games past returned to haunt Liverpool as once again Crystal Palace proved to be their bogey team, with Palace winning 2-1 and now becoming the only unbeaten team in the league.Does this spell trouble for Liverpool that has been coming for a while? Or is this just a blip before they get back to extending their league at the top?The unlikable derby delivered once again as Arsenal beat Newcastle with a last minute winner. In a game where Arsenal moaned, punched and kicked their way to success. The writing is surely on the wall for Ruben Amorim as he once again failed to win back to back games at Man United. This time losing 3-1 to Brentford's Irish contingent.Also, the cat was away and so the mouse (Cathal) was hungover and missed most of this weeks football.Support the showWant to support us and also get some sweet bonus exclusive pods? Head to patreon.com/nononsensepod where you can get access to:* Weekly Bonus Episodes! Midweek games, European games, it's all there folks!* A 20+ episode mini-pod called After The Nonsense where we chat everything except football* A full archive of all our bonus content in one handy to find spot!____Retro Kits!Want a retro kit to show off your ball knowledge. Use this link and support the show!Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to youhttps://www.classicfootballshirts.co.uk/?ref=nwuyn2q&cid=
FOOTBALL: Salthill-Knocknacarra's Cathal Sweeney with Galway Bay FM's Jonathan Higgins after their SFC quarter-final win over St. James'
Cathal Seoige, ollamh in Ollscoil na Gaillimhe. Léiríonn taighde nua ó Ollscoil na Tríonóide i mBaile Átha Cliath go bhféadfadh nasc a bheith idir boscaí lóin plaisteach a théamh agus galair cosúil le Parkinson nó Alzheimer.
Tá suíomh idirlíon úr seolta ag Scoil Gheimhridh Ghaoth Dobhair a bheas ar siúl idir an 28ú-31ú Nollaig agus tá clár na féile agus achan eolas eile ar fáil ar an tsuíomh úr seo.
Beidh cruinniú ar siúl anocht ag Aisteoirí Ghaoth Dobhair in Amharclann Ghaoth Dobhair le plé a dhéanamh ar chúrsaí drámaíochta sa cheantar.
Ag caint faoi imeachtaí a bheidh ar siúl don Oíche Chultúir i gCúige Mumhan ar an Aoine beag seo.
HURLING: St. Thomas' manager Cathal Burke with Galway Bay FM's Darren Kelly after their under-20B1 Final victory over Portumna
Former Gort hurler Andy Coen joins Paul to review round three of the Senior, Senior B and Intermediate Hurling Championships. If you have any questions or thoughts for upcoming podcasts, email the maroonwhitepod@gmail.com.This Podcast is brought to you by Hoare Chartered Accountants. Hoare Chartered Accountants based in Galway City are a leading provider of Audit, Accountancy and Taxation services.. For more information, visit their website on www.hoarecharteredaccountants.ie
Tá ceolchoirm speisialta eagraithe ag George Ezra in Amharclann BEAM ina bhaile dúchais in Hertford i Londain anocht agus cuireadh tugtha aige do thriúr ceoltóir a bhfuil ceangal acu le Dún na nGall seinm ann agus ina measc beidh Cathal Ó Cuireáin.
In this episode of Crazy Wisdom, Stewart Alsop talks with Cathal, founder of Poliebotics and creator of the “truth beam” system, about proof of liveness technology, blockchain-based verification, projector-camera feedback loops, physics-based cryptography, and how these tools could counter deepfakes and secure biodiversity data. They explore applications ranging from conservation monitoring on Cathal's island in Ireland to robot-assisted farming, as well as the intersection of nature, humanity, and AI. Cathal also shares thoughts on open-source tools like Jitsi and Element, and the cultural shifts emerging from AI-driven creativity. Find more about his work and Poliebotics in Github and Twitter.Check out this GPT we trained on the conversationTimestamps00:00 Stewart Alsop introduces Cathal, starting with proof of liveness vs proof of aliveness and deepfake challenges.05:00 Cathal explains projector-camera feedback loops, Perlin noise, cryptographic hashing, blockchain timestamps via Rootstock.10:00 Discussion on using multiple blockchains for timestamps, physics-based timing, and recording verification.15:00 Early Bitcoin days, cypherpunk culture, deterministic vs probabilistic systems.20:00 Projector emissions, autoencoders, six-channel matrix data type, training discriminators.25:00 Decentralized verification, truth beams, building trust networks without blockchain.30:00 Optical interlinks, testing computational nature of reality, simulation ideas.35:00 Dystopia vs optimism, AI offense in cybersecurity, reputation networks.40:00 Reality transform, projecting AI into reality, creative agents, philosophical implications.45:00 Conservation applications, biodiversity monitoring, insect assays, cryptographically secured data.50:00 Optical cryptography, analog feedback loops, quantum resistance.55:00 Open source tools, Jitsi, Element, cultural speciation, robot-assisted farming, nature-human-AI coexistence.Key InsightsCathal's “proof of liveness” aims to authenticate real-time video by projecting cryptographically generated patterns onto a subject and capturing them with synchronized cameras, making it extremely difficult for deepfakes or pre-recorded footage to pass as live content.The system uses blockchain timestamps—currently via Rootstock, a Bitcoin sidechain running the Ethereum Virtual Machine—to anchor these projections in a decentralized, physics-based timeline, ensuring verification doesn't depend on trusting a single authority.A distinctive six-channel matrix data type, created by combining projector and camera outputs, is used to train neural network discriminators that determine whether a recording and projection genuinely match, allowing for scalable automated verification.Cathal envisions “truth beams” as portable, collaborative verification devices that could build decentralized trust networks and even operate without blockchains once enough verified connections exist.Beyond combating misinformation, the same projector-camera systems could serve conservation efforts—recording biodiversity data, securing it cryptographically, and supporting projects like insect population monitoring and bird song analysis on Cathal's island in Ireland.Cathal is also exploring “reality transform” technology, which uses projection and AI to overlay generated imagery onto real-world objects or people in real time, raising possibilities for artistic expression, immersive experiences, and creative AI-human interaction.Open-source philosophy underpins his approach, favoring tools like Jitsi for secure video communication and advocating community-driven development to prevent centralized control over truth verification systems, while also exploring broader societal shifts like cultural speciation and cooperative AI-human-nature systems.
Fresh from the All Ireland success on Sunday, Galway bainisteoir Cathal Murray caught up with Off The Ball's Rachel Sheehan to look back on one of the all time great All Ireland final performances.
In this episode of Crazy Wisdom, Stewart Alsop sits down with the masked collective known as the PoliePals—led by previous guest Cathal—to explore their audacious vision of blending humans, nature, and machines through cryptographic reality verification and decentralized systems. They talk about neural and cryptographic projector-camera technologies like the “truth beam” and “reality transform,” analog AI using optical computing, and how open protocols and decentralized consensus could shift power away from corporate control. Along the way, they share stories from Moad's chaotic tinkering workshop, Meta's precise Rust-coded Alchemy project, and Terminus Actual's drone Overwatch. For links to their projects, visit Poliebotics on Twitter and Poliebotics on GitHub.Check out this GPT we trained on the conversationTimestamps00:05 Neural and cryptographic projector-camera systems, reality transform for art and secure recordings, provably unclonable functions.00:10 Moad's GNOMAD identity, chaotic holistic problem-solving, tinkering with tools, truth beam's manifold mapping.00:15 Terminus Actual's drone Overwatch, security focus, six hats theory, Lorewalker's cryptic mathematical integrations.00:20 Analog AI and optical computing, stacked computational layers, local inference, physical reality interacting with AI.00:25 Meta's Alchemy software, music-driven robotics, precise Rust programming, contrast with neural network unpredictability.00:30 Decentralization, corporate dependency critique, hardware ownership, open protocols like Matrix, web of trust, Sybil attacks.00:35 Truth beam feedback loops, decentralized epistemology, neo-feudalism, Diamond Age references, nano drone warfare theory.00:40 Biotech risks, lab truth beams for verification, decentralized ID systems, qualitative consensus manifolds.00:45 Maker culture insights, 3D printing community, iterative prototyping, simulators, recycling prints.00:50 Investment casting, alternative energy for classic cars, chaotic hardware solutions, MoAD workshop's mystical array.00:55 Upcoming PolyPals content, Big Yellow Island recordings, playful sign-offs, decentralized futures.Key InsightsThe PoliePals are pioneering a system that combines cryptographic models, neural projector-camera technologies, and decentralized networks to create tools like the “truth beam” and “reality transform,” which verify physical reality as a provably unclonable function. This innovation aims to secure recordings and provide a foundation for trustworthy AI training data by looping projections of blockchain-derived noise into reality and back.Moad's character, the GNOMAD—a hybrid of gnome and nomad—embodies a philosophy of chaotic problem-solving using holistic, artful solutions. His obsession with edge cases and tinkering leads to surprising fixes, like using a tin of beans to repair a broken chair leg, and illustrates how resourcefulness intersects with decentralization in practical ways.Terminus Actual provides a counterbalance in the group dynamic, bringing drone surveillance expertise and a healthy skepticism about humanity's inherent decency. His perspective highlights the need for security consciousness and cautious optimism when developing open systems that could otherwise be exploited.Meta's Alchemy project demonstrates the contrast between procedural precision and chaotic neural approaches. Written entirely in Rust, it enables music-driven robotic control for real-world theater environments. Alchemy represents a future where tightly optimized code can interact seamlessly with hardware like Arduinos while remaining resistant to AI's unpredictable tendencies.The episode explores how decentralization could shape the coming decades, likening it to a neo-feudal age where people consciously opt into societies based on shared values. With open protocols like Matrix, decentralized IDs, and webs of trust, individuals could regain agency over their data and technological ecosystems while avoiding corporate lock-in.Optical computing experiments reveal the potential for analog AI, where stacked shallow computational layers in physical media allow AI to “experience” sensory input more like a human. Though still speculative, this approach could produce richer, lower-latency responses compared to purely digital models.Maker culture and hardware innovation anchor the conversation in tangible reality. Moad's MoAD workshop, filled with tools from industrial sewing machines to 3D printers and lathes, underscores how accessible technologies are enabling chaotic creativity and recycling systems. This grassroots hardware tinkering aligns with the PoliePals' broader vision of decentralized, cooperative technological futures.