Podcast appearances and mentions of Donal Ryan

Get ready to load your summer totes with compelling reads, both new and old! We're sharing our anticipated summer releases on today's episode, carefully curated from a long list of captivating titles to shake up your TBR. As always, we've included some perfectly paired backlist favorites to enjoy while you wait for the buzzy new books.  Today, we explore an exciting mix of poignant literary fiction, immersive historical narratives, richly layered contemporary stories, and even a touch of magical realism to spark your imagination. You'll find everything from heartfelt memoirs threaded with nostalgia to sharp, insightful critiques of today's world, alongside enchanting tales perfect for reading all season long.  This is our final season with Novel Pairings, but we are saving all of our episodes right here for you to return to, plus we're opening a shop for our exclusive classes and recap series. Stay tuned. To learn when our shop opens up and to get all new announcements, make sure you are following @novelpairingspod on Instagram and subscribed to novelpairings.substack.com. Find us individually and continue to read with each of us here: Chelsey – IG: @chelseyreads | Substack: chelsey.substack.com Sara – IG: @fictionmatters | Substack: fictionmatters.substack.com   Books Mentioned Great Big Beautiful Life by Emily Henry  Heart, Be at Peace by Donal Ryan (5/20) The Queen of Dirt Island by Donal Ryan  Dubliners by James Joyce I'll Tell You When I'm Home by Hala Alyan (6/3) Disoriental by Négar Djavadi  Atmosphere by Taylor Jenkins Reid Challenger by Adam Higginbotham  The Seven Husbands of Evelyn Hugo by Taylor Jenkins Reid  Malibu Rising by Taylor Jenkins Reid Daisy Jones & the Six by Taylor Jenkins Reid The Listeners by Maggie Stiefvater (6/3) The Remains of the Day by Kazuo Ishiguro Skipshock by Caroline O'Donoghue (6/3) A Darker Shade of Magic by VE Schwab The Möbius Book by Catherine Lacey (6/17) Audition by Katie Kitamura Liars by Sarah Mangusso The Tiny Things are Heavier by Esther Ifesinachi Okonkwo (6/24) Transcendent Kingdom by Yaa Gyasi El Dorado Drive by Megan Abbott (6/24) Katabasis by R.F. Kuang (8/26) Poppy War Trilogy by R.F. Kuang  Babel by R.F. Kuang  Yellowface by R.F. Kuang  The Inferno by Dante Alighieri The Odyssey by Homer The Austin Affair by Madeline Bell Northanger Abbey by Jane Austen Minor Black Figures by Brandon Taylor On Beauty by Zadie Smith Heart the Lover by Lilly King The Rachel Incident by Caroline O'Donoghue The Unveiling by Quan Berry Endurance by Alfred Lansing   Also Mentioned Paperback Summer Reading Guide  Libro FM The Irishification of Pop Culture (The Culture Study Podcast) LuLaRich Documentary  

Author Donal Ryan talks Dearbhail through five songs that have impacted his life from the genius of Shane MacGowan soundtracking his bucolic childhood summers to his wedding song in tribute to the strength of his wife and speaks about the realities of being a writer and a reluctant literary sensation.

Oliver speaks to Donal Ryan, the winner of An Post Irish Book of the Year Award 2024, for Heart, be at Peace.

Anton sits down with Donal Ryan, one of Ireland's foremost writers. After picking up the Eason's Novel of the Year prize at the An Post Irish Book Awards with Heart, Be At Peace, Donal is on a roll.

The annual An Post Irish Book Awards took place last night, and author Donal Ryan took home Novel of the Year for his latest book “Heart, Be at Peace”. Donal spoke to Shane this morning after his big well deserved win.

The annual An Post Irish Book Awards took place last night, and author Donal Ryan took home Novel of the Year for his latest book “Heart, Be at Peace”. Donal spoke to Shane this morning after his big well deserved win.

“Every single thing I ever wrote was rejected by myself. I burnt nearly everything I wrote throughout my twenties because I was so ashamed of how bad it was.” ~Donal Ryan Donal Ryan is an author who's not only dealt with rejection, but has flourished despite it - winning awards, writing bestsellers and becoming one of Ireland's best loved authors. But what did it take for him to succeed against the odds? Donal's latest novel, Heart, Be At Peace reintroduces us to the original cast of characters from his 2013 book The Spinning Heart. Meeting the inhabitants of this small Irish town 10 years later, we get to see how they've changed and grown - now dealing with a new demon… drugs! Discussing the book and his fascinating approach to writing, Donal explains why he chose to tell this story through so many voices - taking on a polyphonic approach. He explores the way he manipulates and plays with time, creating a beautiful rhythm to his writing. And, as someone who experienced a lot of rejection early in his career, he describes how he pushed through. In this episode, you will learn: Why it's our job as writers to shine a light on darkness.  How to approach writing the second in a series of novels. Why you sometimes need to take your art into your own hands! Find out more about Donal here. Your host is inkjockey founder Mark Heywood. Behind The Spine is an inkjockey production, and the audio accompaniment to The Writing Salon. Sign up to the newsletter here. You can buy copies of our anthology series here.  You can view the full transcript here. Connect with the show: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/behindthespinepodcast/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/BehindTheSpine Twitter: https://twitter.com/BehindTheSpine Website: www.behindthespine.co.uk

This week's episode features an insightful and entertaining interview with Lorna Sixsmith, Author and Dairy Farmer. Her new novel "Country Girl At Heart" weaves together rural life, romance, and the realities of farming. Tune in as Lorna shares insights into her writing journey, the inspiration she draws from her own farm, and why her characters are as grounded as the Irish soil! Don't miss this one!Books mentioned:Burial Rites by Hannah KentWritten on the Body by Jeanette WintersonCormoran Strike series by Robert GalbraithIrish Farming Life: History and Heritage by Jonathan Bell and Mervyn WatsonHarvesting by Lisa HardingCountry Girl At Heart by Lorna SixsmithHeart Be At Peace by Donal Ryan.The Spinning Heart by Donal Ryan- - -Thanks to Helen Becerra for the artwork and Mark Neville for the mixing.Music from #Uppbeat (free for Creators!):https://uppbeat.io/t/all-good-folks/make-it-work License code: PLGGIGEZMJI9NR3G and https://uppbeat.io/t/all-good-folks/funky-junkLicense code: BZFZTXSSQI4PW6NW ---Follow us on Instagram: @another.chapter.podcastVisit our website www.anotherchapterpodcast.ie Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Send your your thoughts, opinions or feedback on any topics discussed on our podcastsOn this edition of the Voice Notes podcast with Oisin Langan, we hear from:Keith TreacyRuadhri Higgins Stephen KennyConor Kearns Stephen Finn Donal RyanBarry MurphySupport the show

Irish words for rain, ghosts of Kilmainham, a tribute to Edna O'Brien and a sprinkle of stardust - a special live Miscellany at Áras an Uachtaráin. Writers: Manchán Magan, Tim Carey, Mia Döring, Rita Ann Higgins, Donal Ryan and President Michael D Higgins.

Send your your thoughts, opinions or feedback on any topics discussed on our podcastsOn this edition of the Voice Notes podcast with Oisin Langan, we hear from:John Frost and Jon Daly at the RSC as Dundalk beat WaterfordDonal Ryan and Barry Murphy Shamrock Rovers win over Sligo RoversPatrick O'Connor on Bohs big cup win over UCD Support the show

Donal Ryan is an award-winning author from Nenagh, County Tipperary, whose work has been published in over twenty languages to major critical acclaim. The Spinning Heart won the Guardian First Book Award, the EU Prize for Literature (Ireland), and Book of the Year at the Irish Book Awards; it was shortlisted for the International IMPAC Dublin Literary Award, longlisted for the Man Booker Prize and the Desmond Elliott Prize, and was voted 'Irish Book of the Decade'. His fourth novel, From a Low and Quiet Sea, was longlisted for the Man Booker Prize, shortlisted for the Costa Novel Award 2018, and won the Jean Monnet Prize for European Literature. His novel, Strange Flowers, was voted Novel of the Year at the Irish Book Awards, and was a number one bestseller, as was his most recent novel The Queen of Dirt Island, which was also shortlisted for Book of the Year at the Irish Book Awards. Donal lectures in Creative Writing at the University of Limerick. On this episode of Little Atoms he talks to Neil Denny about his latest novel Heart Be At Peace. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Donal Ryan from CityVet joins Joe to chat about urban foxes, harvest mites and pets during the hustle and bustle of going back to school. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Catch up with Oliver on the weekend. This week Oliver was joined by Kellie Harrington's brother Christopher after her historic win at the Olympics, writer Donal Ryan on his new novel and Amanda Brunker was this weeks Visiting Critic, reviewing Kneecap the movie.

On today's show: 10am-11am ISME claim defamation bill lacks reforms needed Connacht Tribune Headlines Stuffed toy company hiring refugees, asylum seekers and migrants in Galway city Irish author Donal Ryan releases new book ‘Galway Talks with John Morley' broadcasts every weekday morning from 9am on Galway Bay FM.

Irish author Donal Ryan discusses his latest book, Heart, Be At Peace, where he returns to the terrain and characters of his debut novel, The Spinning Heart.To catch the full conversation, press the 'play' button below

Kieran is joined by award winning author Donal Ryan to discuss his new book, ‘Heart, Be At Peace' and why he is revisiting the characters from his debut novel.The book will be available from the 8th of August!Image: Penguin Books

Donal Ryan's debut novel The Spinning Heart told the story of a community in the aftermath of the economic crash. His new novel Heart be at Peace is a follow up to his successful debut novel.

Send your your thoughts, opinions or feedback on any topics discussed on our podcastsOn this week's podcast with Luke Jordan, it's another double venture as we have around the ground voice reports from last weekend, while former St. Patrick's Athletic, and Shamrock Rovers goalkeeper Barry Murphy and Tom O'Connor join Luke in the second part of the show to dissect the action. For the Premier Division action, we hear from extratime.com's Pat O'Connor who was at Dalymount Park to witness a 1-1 draw between Bohemians and Dundalk, while Donal Ryan caught up with Declan Boyle after Sligo Rovers 2-1 win against Connaught rivals Galway United.  Macdara Ferris was present at the Women's Premier Division clash between Shamrock Rovers and Cork City as both sides played out a 1-1. Macdara caught up with Rovers manager Collie O'Neill post match to get his thoughts. On the second part of the show, Barry, Tom, and Luke discuss the action from the weekend. Barry gives his thoughts on Shamrock Rovers, St Pats, and Shelbourne's first leg clashes in Europe. The lads also discuss the latest transfer news, the European performances compared to ten years ago, Tim Clancy's comment on wages in the Premier Division, and of course goal keeping in the League of Ireland this season.Support the Show.

Send your your thoughts, opinions or feedback on any topics discussed on our podcastsOn this week's podcast with Luke Jordan, it's a double venture as we have around the ground voice notes reports from all the European and FAI Cup action, while Macdara Ferris and Tom O'Connor join Luke in the second part of the show to dissect the action. Starting with Thursday night's games where Steven Doody, from the 1895 Podcast dials in from Gibraltar to report on Shelbourne's 1-1 draw with St Joseph's as they progress to the second round of the UEFA Conference League. However, it was a disappointing night for Derry City as they bow out of Europe at the first hurdle to minnows Bruno Magpies as Drive 105's Dee Curran sends us his thoughts. For Friday nights fixtures, we hear from extratime.com Pat O'Connor who was at Dalymount Park to see Bohemians defeat Shamrock Rovers 1-0, Paul Crowley witnessed Drogheda beat Dundalk 2-1 in the Louth Derby and extra time.com Paul Corcoran reporter saw Galway batter a helpless Longford Town 6-0. For the Saturday action, Dylan O'Connell sends us a brief synopsis of Cork City's win against Finn Harps. Finally for the Sunday cup action, extratime.com reporter Tommy Healy send us his thoughts on Shelbourne's 1-0 win against Bray Wanderers. While Jessica Farry sends us her report as Sligo eases pass non league outfit Cobh Wanderers. Macdara, Tom, and Luke discuss the action from the weekend. Tom shares his match day facts from last weekend while Macdara was at Dalymount Park and gives us his opinion on the game, he also explains his thoughts on the Hoops second round qualifying clash on the UEFA Champions League with Sparta Prague and the potential of financial gains the club can make this season. The lads also discuss Pats and Shelbourne's Conference League clashes this week. We also hear from Republic of Ireland captain Seamus Coleman who spoke to extratime.com's Donal Ryan after Everton faced Sligo Rovers in a pre season game. Finally, Luke shares his question of the week, send your answer to the new extratime.com WhatsApp number number - 089 429 5932.Support the Show.

Social Protection Minister Heather Humphreys is set to announce plans today to outlaw the breeding, importing, selling or rehoming of XL Bullys from October this year. Speaking to Newstalk Breakfast this morning was Donal Ryan, Vet and owner of City Vet, Limerick.

Send your your thoughts, opinions or feedback on any topics discussed on our podcastsOn this edition of the Voice Notes podcast with Oisin Langan, we hear from:Donal Ryan on an emotional night at the Showgrounds. Keith Treacy on an exciting scoreless draw at Richmond ParkGrivosti on recovery and being back on the pitch. Jon Flanagan on Dundalk's loss Patrick O'Connor on Shels winSupport the Show.

Mit seinem ersten Manuskript handelte sich Donal Ryan 47 Absagen ein, bis er endlich einen Verlag fand. Dann ging es Schlag auf Schlag. Sein neuer Roman "Seltsame Blüten" spielt in einer irischen Kleinstadt. Von Christine Westermann.

Send your your thoughts, opinions or feedback on any topics discussed on our podcastsOn this edition of the Voice Notes podcast with Oisin Langan, we hear from:Macdara Ferris in London ahead of the Champions League FinalKeith Treacy on the Saints 2-1 win over the TribesmenWe hear from Stephen Kenny and John Caufield Alan Cawley guest starts with Donal Ryan on Sligo's surprise win in Tolka ParkJohn Flanagan and Crowley join us from Oriel and Weavers Park Christine Allen tells us about Ireland's defeat to the Swedes.Support the Show.

PJ talks to Donal Ryan of City Vet Limerick where the council, Guards and vets are cooperating to weed out Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

With over 1,500 dog attacks reported to Gardai nationwide in the last two years, gardai and local authorities in Limerick have responded with a campaign urging owners to keep their dogs under control in public spaces. But is this response getting to the real cause of the issue? Speaking to Newstalk Breakfast with more on this was Donal Ryan, vet and owner of City Vet in Limerick City.

A warm welcome today to Dani Hall who is here to talk about Donal Ryan's The Queen of Dirt Island . This is a book that I'd heard quite a lot about and not picked up until Dani suggested that I ought to read it.  I started reading and had to text her after about 5 minutes to say "oh my goodness this is so good, why haven't I picked this up before?" so I really hope you're going to enjoy our conversation today. The book tells the story of four generations  of women in a family in Ireland. We think about teenage pregnancy, we think about what it is to be a teenager, we think about the role of women of society, of the need for scaffolding,  of wisdom and compassion. It's a brilliant book and I thoroughly enjoy talking to Dani about it.Dani and I first connected via https://dontforgetthebubbles.com/ which is an amazing paediatric Free Open Access Medical Education resource. DFTB also run conferences and live events and I'm fortunate to teach on the MSc in Paediatric Emergency Medicine which Dani is a course director for https://www.qmul.ac.uk/postgraduate/taught/coursefinder/courses/paediatric-emergency-medicine-online-msc/

On this week's episode of The extratime Football Podcast, Luke Jordan is joined by the Chief Football Writer from the Irish Daily Mirror Paul O'Hehir to discuss the latest news in Irish football. (0:24) On Part One of the show, Luke is joined by Donal Ryan, Macdara Ferris, and Paul O'Hehir as the lads discuss the main talking points from the last week in the SSE Airtricity League.  Paul gives his take on Noel King's first game in charge of Dundalk as the Lilywhites defeated Bohemians 2-0 in Oriel Park and shares his thoughts on the appointment. Macdara was on to dissect the match between Shamrock Rovers double header weekend as they have a mixed weekend of results, drawing with Galway and beating Drogheda on Monday night. The lads discuss the controversial incident of Monday night's game with Jack Keaney shown a straight red card which has stirred up debate whether it was the correct decision or not. Donal dissects Sligo's 3-1 loss to Drogheda last Friday night and gives his opinion on whether Bit O'Red fans should worry after no win in five. After, Paul gives the latest update on the FAI, the Hill resignation, still no manager, John O'Shea returning as interim and much more on this week's episode. Support the Show.

On this week's episode of The extratime Football Podcast, Luke Jordan is joined by football journalist James Rogers to discuss the appointment of Noel King. (0:24) On Part One of the show, Luke is joined by Donal Ryan and Macdara Ferris as the lads discuss the main talking points from the last week in the SSE Airtricity League. Macdara was on to dissect the match between Derry City and Shamrock Rovers. However, it was the incidents that took place during the game and post-match that dominated the headlines. Macdara gives his take on what happened. The lads discuss whether the punishments received by Derry was enough and the FAI need to be stronger on the issue.The lads discuss Damien Duff's comments on Shane Farrell, was it justified or was it over too much? Finally, Donal gives the latest on Sligo Rovers and the fundraising project at the club AGM.(20:40) On Part Two, Luke is joined by James Rogers to talk about the shock appointment of Noel King as Dundalk manager.James begins by giving his immediate reaction along with how the news has gone down with the Lilywhite fanbase. Is the appointment doomed to fail? Could it be a masterstroke? Support the Show.

On this edition of the Voice Notes podcast with Oisin Langan, we hear from:Gareth McGlynn and Barry Murphy on issues in Derry and the game itselfKeith Treacy on St Pats v Waterford and the search for an Ireland managerDamien Duff on Shelbourne's western woesDonal Ryan and Declan Boyle on Sligo Rovers draw with DundalkRonan McNamara on Bohs win over Drogheda UnitedPlus the return of the (Noel) KingSupport the show

I chat with twice Booker nominated internationally acclaimed writer Donal Ryan about creativity and being a Metaller Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

On this week's episode of The extratime Football Podcast, Luke Jordan is joined by former Dundalk captain John Flanagan(0:24) On Part One of the show, Luke is joined by Donal Ryan and Macdara Ferris as the lads discuss the action from the Premier Division from the past week. Macdara was in Richmond Park to see St. Patrick's Athletic grab the victory over rivals Shamrock Rovers and Macdara gives his verdict on the action. Leon Pohls is once again a discussion point as the Rovers number one made another error which led to the Pats winner.Donal talks about the lateness of the postponement in The Showgrounds over the weather warning and the closure of Turners Cross indefinitely from the Munster FA which will cause disruption for Cork City.The lads review the first series of games and discuss whether Shelbourne have the credentials to make a title charge this season or is it too early to call still. (30:25) On Part Two, Luke and Donal are joined by former Dundalk captain John Flanagan. ‘Flano' discusses the sacking of Dundalk legend Stephen O'Donnell after over two years in charge of the Lilywhites. The lads delve into what went wrong for O'Donnell at the club after two successful seasons. How much of the blame lies with the former midfielder? Has the off-field issues caused the issues on the pitch this season? Where do Dundalk go from here? Support the show

On this week's episode of The extratime Football Podcast, Luke Jordan is joined by Peamount United footballer Lauryn O'Callaghan(0:24) On Part One of the show, Luke is joined by Donal Ryan and Macdara Ferris as the lads discuss the action from the Premier Division over the Easter Weekend.Macdara was present at the first Dublin Derby of the season to speak about the spectacle which was the first League of Ireland fixture to have over 10,000 spectators in 30 years.Donal talks Sligo Rovers mixed weekend after a big win in the RSC on Friday night but put in a lethargic performance in Richmond Park on Easter Monday. Were the two away trips in quick succession the reason for the lacklustre performance on MondayShelbourne continue their unbeaten start of the campaign over the Easter, Macdara examines their start of the season.Finally, the lads look ahead to the beginning of the Irish Women's National Team Euro 2025 qualification campaign, and we hear the thoughts of Ireland's number one Courtney Brosnan ahead of the double header against France and England.(35:49) On Part Two, Luke and Donal are joined by Peamount United player Lauryn O'Callaghan.Lauryn starts by discussing the Peas start to the season, the competitiveness of the Women's Premier Division, and her opinion on the pros and cons of the Avenir All-Island Cup.The Peamount defender shares her thoughts on last season, the difficulties they endured in pre-season, the future of Peamount, winning the league against the odds, the recording of fly on the wall documentary that is out next week on TV, and much more.  Support the show

Comedian and actor Jon Kenny is in The Matchmaker in Bray and Limerick on April 4th and 5th. He will also perform some of his poetry alongside Donal Ryan as part of Limerick's Poetry Month in April.

On this week's episode, Luke Jordan is joined by Donal Ryan as former Cork City player Steven Beattie is on to chat to the lads. No Premier Division this week, but we hear the voices of Stephen Bradley and Ollie Horgan after last weekends game in Eamon Deasy Park. Extratime.com reporter Patrick O' Connor drops us a voice note of what happened in Richmond Park between St. Pats and Shelbourne.  Steven Beattie opens the show with discussing life after football, living in abroad and how it compares to life in Ireland. We reflect on his career, how he ended up in Kentucky, being the first Irish player picked in the MLS, injuries, his time in the  League of Ireland, the rise and fall of Cork City, Leon Bailey and more!Support the show

On this edition of the Voice Notes podcast with Oisin Langan, we hear from: Donal Ryan and Declan Boyle review Sligo Rovers win over Drogheda UnitedPaul Corcoran talks about Galway United 5-0 win over Cork City in the WLOIPhil Trill gives his thoughts on that gameA round-up of the rest of the WLOI gamesSupport the show

(00:23) – On this week's episode, Luke Jordan is joined by Donal Ryan and Oisin Langan as they delve into another week of action in the League of Ireland. The show opens with the controversial decision in the Showgrounds with the referee deciding not to show Leon Pohls a straight red card for his tackle on Simon Power which has stirred up debate the past few days. We hear form Sligo Rovers manager John Russell on the decision as he spoke to Donal Ryan post-match on Saturday night. These leads to a further discussion on the standard of refereeing in Ireland as once again they are in the spotlight after another weekend of games. Is the officiating in this country good enough at the high level? Is there a solution to the issue? (21:35) For part two, former Bohemians and Dundalk defender Mark Rossiter joins the lads on the podcast this week. Mark gives us an insight into his new role at St. Patrick's Athletic as the opposition analyst and what the job entails. They discuss the sacking of Declan Devine as Bohemians manager, was it right call to remove him now? Should have it been done over the winter? The lads talk through the potential list of who can replace him. Mark also gives his thoughts on Stephen O'Donnell and what is going on at Dundalk this season, Pat Hoban and much more! Support the show

(00:23) – On this week's episode, Luke Jordan is joined by Oisin Langan and Donal Ryan to review the action of game week one in the League of Ireland Premier Division. Luke and Oisin share their thoughts on the controversy surrounding the Dublin Derby in Richmond Park last Friday as protests against the FAI got out of hand as flares were thrown on the pitch. Was the punishment the right decision? The lads also discuss the on the field action, was Bohemian's penalty the correct decision? Donal was in the Showgrounds as Sligo held Derry to a draw on Saturday night and while the lads give their opinion the latest news on Derry's away allocation. (30:16) – Luke and Donal are joined by Sligo Rovers defender Reece Hutchinson for part two of the show this week. Reece discusses Sligo's start to the season, the expectations for the year, his own career journey to date and working under Nigel Clough at Burton Albion and more! (50:40) Luke closes the show and reads out the fixtures for the weekend ahead. Support the show

(00:23) – On this week's episode, Luke Jordan is joined by Oisin Langan and Donal Ryan to review the action of game week one in the League of Ireland Premier Division.Oisin gives us his thoughts on the action in the RSC as Damien Duff's Shelbourne faced Waterford in their return match to the topflight of Irish football. Which new players impressed on the day for both sides.Donal shares his views on Sligo Rovers clash with Bohemian's in Dalymount Park as John Russell's men left Dublin disappointed to concede a last-minute equaliser courtesy of James Clarke. The lads discuss the news of Rob Cornwall's season ending injury and the lack of defensive cover The Gypsies have in centre back.We hear the thoughts of Shamrock Rovers boss Stephen Bradley as his side played out a 1-1 draw with a newly designed Dundalk team. We also hear the views of The Lilywhites new number nine Jamie Gullan as his free kick opened the scoring in Tallaght Stadium.While Luke reacts to St. Patrick's Athletics' 1-0 win against newly promoted Galway United in Eamon Deasy Park. The panel discuss the away allocation that was given by the Tribesmen, and should they have given more tickets to the visitors?(38:06) – Luke is joined by Irish Daily Mirror Football Correspondent Paul O'Hehir to share his opinion on the League of Ireland opening weekend.Afterwards, Paul gives us the latest information (as of Monday 19th February) on what is happening with the FAI's search for a new Republic of Ireland manager as time ticks on with international matches coming up in March.(1:05:08) Luke closes the show and reads out the fixtures for the weekend ahead.Listen, rate and subscribe on your podcast platform of choice! Support the show

(00:23) – On this week's episode, Luke Jordan and Tom O'Connor reflect on the President's Cup match. Which players stood out on the day; can we take anything from the game ahead of the league kick off? We hear from Shamrock Rovers' Stephen Bradley, and Trevor Clarke, and St. Patrick's Athletics' Jon Daly and Ruairi Keating. As promised, we have our Premier Division Preview Show (along with Kerry FC!)(23:20) Broadcaster Stephen Doyle on Bohemians (47:20) Derry Journal's Simon Collins on Derry City(1:09:00) LMFM's David Sheehan on Drogheda United(1:30:40) Football journalist James Rogers on Dundalk (1:54:45) extratime.com's Paul Corcoran on Galway United (2:11:54) The 1895 Podcast's Steven Doddy on Shelbourne(2:30:30) extratime.com's Donal Ryan on Sligo Rovers(2:46:43) The Kerrymen Podcast on Kerry FC (3:00:38) Luke and Tom wrap up the Premier Division Preview Show as they run through the fixtures for the opening weekend. Support the show

Donal Ryan discusses his book The Spinning Heart with a group of readers, It's a powerful, moving novel told through twenty one individual voices. Set in Ireland in the immediate aftermath of the Celtic Tiger 'boom' years, each character reveals how the sudden and dramatic 'bust' affected their lives. At the centre is Bobby Mahon, once a respected and reliable foreman for a building company who suddenly loses his job when the firm's owner disappears overnight. Presenter: James Naughtie Producer: Nicola HollowayUpcoming recordings: 13 December at 1830 at BBC Broadcasting House, London - Elly Griffiths is our guide to The Moonstone by Wilkie Collins 24 January 2024 at 1830 at BBC Broadcasting House, London - Graeme Macrae Burnet discusses His Bloody Project Email bookclub@bbc.co.uk to take part.

Donal Ryan's novel, The Queen of Dirt Island, centers its women characters. He tells NPR's Mary Louise Kelly that making the men peripheral wasn't his goal – "it just kind of happened." In today's episode, he explains how a childhood spent listening to his grandmother, sister and neighbors in his mom's kitchen inspired the voices in the book, and why he wrote with a strict word count in mind for each chapter.

Simon and Matt ask John Boyne about his writing processes, favourite authors, reading habits, book shelves and inspirations. There's also a guest question from the brilliant Irish writer, Donal Ryan. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Katherine Heiny answers readers questions about Standard Deviation, her hilarious novel about marriage, parenting and the road not travelled. Audra is married to Graham, who is divorced from Elspeth. While Audra is sociable, loving, outspoken, tactless, kind and funny, Elspeth is contained, reserved, controlled and reticent. Despite loving Audra, Graham begins to wonder if his life should have taken a different path. Katherine Heiny reveals the real-life moments that inspired the book, her love of the funny side of life and why she can never pass up on writing a good joke. Upcoming recordings at BBC Broadcasting House, London Wednesday 15 November at 1300 - Donal Ryan on The Spinning Heart Wednesday 13 December at 1830 - Elly Griffiths is our guide to The Moonstone by Wilkie Collins Email bookclub@bbc.co.uk to take part.

It's easy to look at the impacts of rigid polarization and blame our leaders and political parties, the media, or the education system. In this episode, we hear an argument that the first thing all of us should do is focus on what we can control: ourselves. We discuss how to learn to live with others despite deep divisions. All democracies need protests and debates to flourish. But we also need to respect ourselves and acknowledge the dignity of others.Alexandra Hudson is the author of the new book, "The Soul of Civility", and an adjunct professor in philanthropy at Indiana University. She argues that civility is a key solution for polarization and a breakdown in social order. In her writing she examines how civility—a respect for the humanity of others—transcends political disagreements. Civility, she writes, is not a technique, but a disposition: "a way of seeing others as beings endowed with dignity and inherently valuable."The divided state of the world "is a timeless problem. It's an intractable problem, but there's no policy solutions or simple cure," Lexi tells us. "It requires constant vigilance on behalf of each of us. That's humbling."We learn about the crucial difference between outward politeness, polish or poise, and civility which requires constant internal work and the application of true character. We individually have the power to improve and change, Lexi says. Her book looks at arguments for civility from the ancient times until the present day.Recommendation: Richard recently read "The Spinning Heart" by the Irish writer Donal Ryan. This short, powerful novel set in a small town in Ireland in the wake of the 2008 financial collapse. People are left without work, with routine and meaning in their lives. Each short chapter is from the vantage point of a different speaker who has been wounded — by the economy as well as by their parents, their lovers, by life. The book is funny and poignant. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

From the Booker longlisted author, and an Irish Times No.1 bestseller - Donal Ryan's The Queen of Dirt Island is a searing, jubilant novel about four generations of women and the stories that bind them. On a council estate in County Tipperary, Ireland, the Aylward women stick with each other through thick and thin, and always with a wicked sense of humour. The head of the family, Nana, is a woman who has buried two sons. Her daughter-in-law, Eileen, is estranged from her own parents, having 'shamed' them and given birth to Saoirse. And then there's Saoirse herself, eavesdropping on lives she cannot comprehend. It is only when they must battle for the inheritance of Dirt Island - a narrow strip of land adjacent to Eileen's childhood home - that they truly understand the roots that bind their lives together. Listen now for an exclusive reading from Donal himself. 'Beautiful, compassionate... Donal Ryan at his inimitable best' - MAGGIE O'FARRELL The Queen of Dirt Island is published by Transworld and available now. We recommend buying a copy from your local indie bookshop or you can support the work we do and the podcast by visiting our shop on Bookshop.org. Podcast programmed by Matt Casbourne Produced and edited by Megan Bay Dorman Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ryan talks to Author & Lecturer Donal Ryan about his journey into lecturing at the University of Limerick, his career as an author and the recent passing of his mother.

Donal Ryan's new novel, The Queen of Dirt Island, centers its women characters. He tells NPR's Mary Louise Kelly that making the men peripheral wasn't his goal – "it just kind of happened." In today's episode, he explains how a childhood spent listening to his grandmother, sister and neighbors in his mom's kitchen inspired the voices in the book, and why he wrote with a strict word count in mind for each chapter.

Should we edit Roald Dahl and other children's classics? Plus our not-to-be-missed conversation with Donal Ryan on his latest novel, The Queen of Dirt Island, which features four generations of fierce Irish women. 

In this special episode of the Shakespeare and Company podcast, we look back at our bookseller's favourite reads of the year.Some of these titles were published in 2022, others just happened to rise to the top of their respective “to read” piles in the past twelve months…but they all come with the S&Co. stamp of approval.There's something for everyone here, from a rock star's autobiography, to a novel about a 19th century translator's revolt, to a classic of modern science fiction that spans something like a billion earth years. Find the full list below.Sign up to our newsletter: https://www.shakespeareandcompany.com/subscriptionsDancing in Odessa, Ilya Kaminsky: https://www.shakespeareandcompany.com/product/6316982/kaminsky-ilya-dancing-in-odessaCleopatra and Frankenstein, Coco Mellors: https://www.shakespeareandcompany.com/product/6416524/mellors-coco-cleopatra-and-frankensteinHarlem Shuffle, Colson Whitehead: https://www.shakespeareandcompany.com/product/6461812/whitehead-colson-harlem-shuffleThe Sweetness of Water, Nathan Harris: https://www.shakespeareandcompany.com/product/6433167/harris-nathan-the-sweetness-of-waterFrom a Low and Quiet Sea, Donal Ryan: https://www.shakespeareandcompany.com/product/6871035/ryan-donal-from-a-low-and-quiet-seaTrespasses by Louise Kennedy: https://www.shakespeareandcompany.com/product/6192095/louise-kennedy-kennedy-trespassesCormac McCarthy, The Passenger and Stella Maris: https://www.shakespeareandcompany.com/product/5474563/mccarthy-cormac-the-passengerOpen Water, Caleb Azumah Nelson: https://www.shakespeareandcompany.com/product/6294505/nelson-caleb-azumah-open-waterBabel Or the Necessity of Violence: an Arcane History of the Oxford Translators' Revolution, R. F. Kuang: https://www.shakespeareandcompany.com/product/6031122/kuang-r-f-babelThe Hummingbird, Sandro Veronesi: https://www.shakespeareandcompany.com/product/6191021/veronesi-sandro-the-hummingbirdThe Queens of Sarmiento Park, Camila Sosa Villada: https://www.shakespeareandcompany.com/product/6111567/villada-camila-sosa-the-queens-of-sarmiento-parkThe Three-Body Problem, Cixin Liu: https://www.shakespeareandcompany.com/product/5227917/liu-cixin-the-three-body-problemA Swim in a Pond in the Rain, George Saunders: https://www.shakespeareandcompany.com/product/6951005/saunders-george-a-swim-in-a-pond-in-the-rainAgatha Christie, Lucy Worsley: https://www.shakespeareandcompany.com/product/6007132/worsley-lucy-agatha-christieThe Storyteller, Dave Grohl: https://www.shakespeareandcompany.com/product/6113617/grohl-dave-the-storytellerThe Naked Don't Fear the Water, Matthieu Aikins: https://www.shakespeareandcompany.com/product/6088623/aikins-matthieu-the-naked-don-t-fear-the-waterThe Climate Book, Greta Thunberg: https://www.shakespeareandcompany.com/product/7314067/thunberg-greta-the-climate-bookFight Night, Miriam Toews: https://www.shakespeareandcompany.com/product/5994736/toews-miriam-fight-night*Adam Biles is Literary Director at Shakespeare and Company. Buy a signed copy of his novel Feeding Time here: https://www.shakespeareandcompany.com/product/7209940/biles-adam-feeding-timeListen to Alex Freiman's Play It Gentle here: https://open.spotify.com/album/4gfkDcG32HYlXnBqI0xgQX?si=mf0Vw-kuRS-ai15aL9kLNA&dl_branch=1 Get bonus content on Patreon Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.