Podcasts about Drogheda

Ed McGinty was the hero as Rovers won their FAI Cup quarter-final in Drogheda on penalties. But what about teams and cup competitions that no longer exist? Because that's the theme of our author series this week - purely a coincidence that Rovers travel to Turner's Cross on Friday - featuring Philip O'Rourke's 'Forgotten Clubs in Great Britain and Ireland', and Simon Turner's book called 'Tinpot', with Jim Conroy pitching in with his own memories from Rovers' games against Cork Celtic and Cork Hibs back in the day, and in defunct Irish tournaments like the Shield and Texaco Cup.

We are back after an international break to forget and savouring a weekend to remember in the FAI Cup unless you happen to be from Connacht. Kerry FC's heroic exploits take top billing, but there's a heavy Sligo Rovers angle to that drama too while Johnny was down at Richmond Park to hear from Kian Leavy and John Caulfield after St Patrick's Athletic got the better of Galway. Dan details a dramatic night in Drogheda and there's a bit of Derry chat too in a crowded mailbag that includes TV statistics, Israel, the DUP and why the difficult child has become the FAI's favourite distraction. In a week of 4-3 wins, we remain grateful to our four sponsors who make this happen consistently - our friends at Future Ticketing, Rascals Brewing, Collar & Cuff and Sport Cosanta

Live reaction with OTB's Ben Symes from Sullivan and Lambe Park where Shamrock Rovers have defeated Drogheda United 5-4 on penalties after a 1-1 draw.LOI with Rockshore 0.0

Johnny Ward and Shane Keegan take the reins on LOI Late Night, taking your shouts on a dramatic night in the league and Cup. We have reaction to Derry's edging of a 7-goal thriller at Dalymount, Shamrock Rovers' shootout win away to the Cup holders, and a momentous night at Mounthawk Park.

Shaffrey Architects was established in 1967 by Patrick and Maura Shaffrey. Based on Ormond Quay,the practice has made a real and meaningful contribution to Dublin and beyond, with projects including 14 Henrietta Street and Wicklow Head Lighthouse. Fifty years on from Patrick Shaffrey producing The Irish Town: An Approach to Survival, Grainne Shaffrey joins me to talk about the journey since. This event was part of the brilliant Seán Corcoran Series in Drogheda's Highlanes Gallery, an annual event dedicated to the life, work and memory of one of Ireland's great collectors and local champions: www.seancorcoranseries.com/ (Image: William Murphy shot of 14 Henrietta Street. Creative Commons. With thanks to William for his on-going photography capturing Dublin.)

We've got thoughts on the Pat Scully show, the Santa Clara and Drogheda wins and the European draw with Prof's birthday in Prague ahead of Friday's Cup quarter-final. And in an international week where Pico looks set to become the only Irish representation at next year's World Cup, relive the infamous 1982 campaign with Paul Little's 'Shattered Dreams, Sliding Doors', before another author, Barry Flynn joins us to talk 'The Little Book of Irish Football',

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Next up on the Local Selection, we welcome Ukiyo Lacuna resident IKIGAI3000 (aka Dylan Jones), who has provided a mind-bending recording for us today. His contribution is one filled with a fierce selection of energetic techno, scattered with dazzling moments of tension and release throughout. Although he is a relatively new artist in Ireland's techno scene, having just started DJing in late 2023, IKIGAI3000 has had a fairly action-packed time as a DJ and producer during this short period. He has played shows all over, spanning Galway, Drogheda and Dublin as well as international gigs further afield in Manchester, Freiburg and Berlin. This also includes appearances on Galway's Skin Sessions, Limerick's Shed Sets, as well as the Drogheda Groove Movement mix series. His productions have been received particularly well, with releases on Space Records and IC Trax and an abundance of SoundCloud self-releases. Additionally, he's garnered support from a range of notable artists that include Uberkikz, Dax J, Daria Kolosova, Grace Dahl and Alarico. It's clear to see that Dylan's progression as an artist will undoubtedly continue to rustle feathers amongst his peers if he continues to build on this fine level of output and consistency. IKIGAI3000's mix for the Local Selection is best described as a personal journey through sound. This recording in particular showcases where he currently finds himself on his path as an artist, seamlessly weaving through tracks that complement one another in effortless fashion. Best characterised as a 60-minute immersion of no nonsense, serious techno. IKIGAI3000 ----------- SC: @ikigai3000 IG: www.instagram.com/ikigai3000k/ Four Four Magazine 
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A sundry talk from 2025. Part I was on the Traditions in their ordinary usage. This is about how one might apply the Traditions in one's life as a useful set of principles.More information can be found here: https://first164.blogspot.com/

Almost a year to the day that schoolboy Kyran Durnin was first reported missing from his home in Drogheda, gardaí have renewed their appeal for anyone with any information on the case to come forward. We discuss this further with NewsTalk Reporter Barry Whyte.

Almost a year to the day that schoolboy Kyran Durnin was first reported missing from his home in Drogheda, gardaí have renewed their appeal for anyone with any information on the case to come forward. We discuss this further with NewsTalk Reporter Barry Whyte.

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A number of patients at Our Lady of Lourdes Hospital in Drogheda are being informed that tests regarding pre-cancerous cells have been incorrectly graded. Martin Wall of The Irish Times joined Ciara with the story.

Some patients at Our Lady of Lourdes Hospital in Drogheda have had their pre-cancerous cells miscategorised, and they're now being told whether their status is more or less dangerous than previously thought. All while the Health Minister has criticised construction company BAM over the long-delayed National Children's Hospital.Joining Kieran to discuss it all is Co-Founder and Director of the Irish Patients Association, Stephen McMahon, and Health Correspondent for the Irish Examiner, Niamh Griffin.

A number of patients at Our Lady of Lourdes Hospital in Drogheda are being informed that tests regarding pre-cancerous cells have been incorrectly graded. Martin Wall of The Irish Times joined Ciara with the story.

The lads take stock as Shelbourne and Shamrock Rovers are both tantalisingly close to group stage football after a quite incredible night on Thursday. Dan relays his trip to the Azores, where some locals were more interested in the staff in the chip van than whether the Rovers performance was different gravy to other LOI wins in Europe. The lads discuss that point but there is no debate around the emotional moment of the week. We're recording from JW's apartment for sale, but his last cup of tea in the old place is about as satisfying as the pitch in Drogheda, while he's alarmed at Galway's squad disintegrating in the off-season. Dan discusses the joys of a global transfer story, with the size of Victor Ozhianvuna's fee just one of the discussions arising from a crowded mailbag which includes something even more precious than the sweet taste of a jaffa cake - an actual quote from a referee! All of this and more is brought to you with our friends at Collar & Cuff, Sport Cosanta, Future Ticketing & Rascals Brewing

 Patrick Cooke speaks with Tiernan Lynch as he reflects on the Drogheda game, the approach taken during key moments, and looking ahead to the upcoming clash with Galway. They also discuss the opposition's strengths and provide an update on squad availability and players close to return.

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Drogheda come to the Brandywell this Saturday night to defend the FAI Cup, and as fate would have it, against  Derry City who the beat in the 2024 Final at the Aviva Stadium. We hear the thoughts of Tiernan Lynch ahead of the game as Patrick Cooke sat down with the Derry City manager.

Today Late Lunch came from Louth County Council's beautiful new Civic Offices on Fair Street in Drogheda, site of the former St Vincent's school, where Presenter Gerry Kelly began his education at five years of age many moons ago! We were joined by Louth County Council Chief Executive David Conway who reflected on his early months in the job and some of the main areas of focus for the future. New County Librarian Amanda Branigan was buzzing about her new responsibilities. While Drogheda's Night Time Economy manager Mark Davies set out his vision and Gary Byrne Customer Services Manager told us why he's so proud of his team's new place of work. We also heard from former Drogheda Independent Editor Paul Murphy and Joe Collins a man born and reared on Fair Street. While leading Hair Stylist David Murray, who operates from Number 21, popped in for a most insightful chat about his wonderful business. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Today's episode is a special one, a powerful reminder that the Rocky Road of boxing isn't just about what happens inside the ropes, but the profound human connections forged outside them. We travelled to Drogheda to meet an extraordinary group of guests: a team of Palestinian boxers, mainly from the El Barrio club in Ramallah, who have just completed a poignant and inspiring tour of Ireland, from Waterford to Dublin and Belfast.I was privileged to sit down with their coach, Nader Jayousi, and an incredible group of boxers: Nada Al-Khawaja, Nidal Foqahaa, Zaid Shkukani, Tamer Touriman, and Shamali Adamov. We also speak with Wasem Abusal, Palestine's first Olympic boxer. We were also joined by former Irish boxer and now county councillor Eric Donovan, who welcomed them to Louth.This historic tour, organised by Shamrock & Olive Tree Boxing, is a testament to the power of sport to strengthen bonds between nations and offer hope in the face of conflict. The proceeds from their recent boxing events will go directly to two vital causes: The Lajee Center Boxing Club in the Aida Refugee Camp and the Beit Lahia Development Association, a grassroots organisation providing humanitarian support in Gaza.This conversation is a must-listen for anyone who believes in the unifying power of boxing and its ability to help heal the pain of a people. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

On Friday's Football Daily, Phil Egan brings you all the latest as St. Pats were thumped by Besiktas, Shamrock Rovers suffer defeat in Kosovo, and a look ahead to tonight's League of Ireland action.Stephen Kenny feels that his side were comprehensively schooled.Ole Gunnar Solskjaer feels the second half of his side's showing in Tallaght was an education.Stephen Bradley rues his team's poor showing against Ballkani.And is Benjamin Sesko really a good signing for Manchester United?Become a member and subscribe at offtheball.com/join

THE LEAGUE OF IRELAND POD | "The Holy Grail for Irish clubs!" | Can Drogheda push for Europe? | Off The Ball On this week's League of Ireland Pod, Stevo is joined by Gareth McGlynn and Vinny Perth to look ahead to a busy week for Irish clubs, including some exciting European fixtures, and some more relegation scraps. Can Drogheda push on for European Football? Will Galway United be safe? The League of Ireland on off The Ball with Rockshore 0.0

It's another remote session this week with the lads rattling through the talking points of the week and some discussion starters that have very little to do with anything from the last seven days. Can Shels, Pat's and Shamrock Rovers extend their European adventures? What's the story with the way Dan says Lithuania? Have European competitions become too bloated? What's the right way to say protagonist? You can decide what the important questions are but we do look forward to more UEFA sanctioned fun – with some words over Zoom from Joey O'Brien and the nodding Evan Caffrey – before deciding that the race for Europe 2026 is going to dominate the rest of this league campaign. Our mailbag covers Drogheda delays, ticket price theories, and one listener's exhaustive jersey search at All Together Now. All of this stopstart fun is brought to you in association with Sport Cosanta, Future Ticketing, Collar & Cuff and Rascals Brewing

On today's episode of Opinions Matter Katie told us about how shocked and upset she was over what she witnessed happening to a very young child in a shop in Drogheda.... When she told listeners what she witnessed, people were extremely divided! Katie branded what she saw as "abusive" and called out the mother involved... but not everyone agreed with Katie's view on the incident!!This caused huge rows on air!!!

Housing Minister James Brown has proposed changes to building guidelines that would allow for smaller, more affordable apartments.Sinn Féin has strongly criticised the move, calling it “utter madness” and accusing Fine Gael of failing to tackle the housing crisis effectively.We want to know, what do you think? Could reducing apartment size be the answer for housing?Joining Andrea to discuss is Eddie Phelan, Chartered Engineer and Managing Director of VCL Consultants in Drogheda, Architect, Artist and Lecturer in Griffith College Roisin Murphy and Ray Cooke, CEO of Ray Cooke Auctioneers.

In the 1960s, three babies were left at differing locations around the country shortly after their birth. David McBride was found in a Belfast driveway, John Dowling was found in a Drogheda phone box and Helen Ward at a Dundalk phone box. All are siblings. Their story was told in a documentary which aired last night and Helen and David joined Ivan to tell their story.

Won't somebody think of the football? After a day dominated by the latest Bohs jersey launch and another famous face performing an acting masterclass at the Cross, Dan and Johnny try to merge Tuesday's box office activity with the oft forgotten events on the pitch. This wide-ranging session brings us from Oasis to Odubeko, and from Keane to Keena while there's also enough there for the obsessives – be they journalists or non-Shels fans – who can still hear the sound of Duff. We hear from Joey O'Brien about a relationship that will live forever, while John Caulfield tells us the story behind Moses relocating half the world away and the lads also analyse the reasons behind Douglas James Taylor just yesterday morning letting Drogheda know he was gone. All these shoehorned song lyrics are brought to you in association with our friends at Sport Cosanta, Collar and Cuff, Future Ticketing and Rascals Brewing. Lame jokes? Yes but, by now, you should have somehow realised what we were going to do.

In this special one-hour radio broadcast marking the 400th anniversary of Saint Oliver Plunkett's birth and the 50th anniversary of his canonization, historian Tommy Burns of Drogheda shares a compelling account of the life, legacy, and enduring influence of Ireland's last Catholic martyr. L'articolo Saint Oliver Plunkett: A Legacy of Faith and Martyrdom – Tommy Burns proviene da Radio Maria.

SIPTU Organiser, Andrew Quigley on the anti-social behaviour on late night buses in Drogheda

From 27 weeks to 18.4 weeks, the driving test wait list has finally been reduced. The RSA action plan set out a series of actions to bring the average wait time down. This included expanding testing hours, training new testers and even building new driving test centers in Drogheda and Sandyford, which are due to be open soon. All to discuss with Brendan Walsh, chief operations officer of the RSA.

There's six points on the road against Shelbourne and Drogheda to talk about, with the help of journalist Barry Landy to cover Drogheda's European expulsion. Plus: Duffer's meltdown, the demise of Soccerway.com and the Club World Cup, and the greatest voice note of all time by Eoghan Rice.

Dustin the Turkey joins Ray in Drogheda for Run with Ray.

Natalie Kelly, founder of the Drogheda Dolls, joins Ray in Drogheda.

Colm Boohig & Nathan Murphy are joined by former Ireland international Keith Treacy to talk all things football, reflecting on last night's League of Ireland action and the news that Drogheda United will not be allowed to compete in Europe this season.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

Colm, Nathan & Arthur run through Tuesday morning's papers as the lads react to Drogheda being denied European football, the US Open hangover & more.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

Shelbourne returned to winning ways in the SSE Airtricity Premier Division on Monday night with a 1-nil victory away to Dublin rivals St. Pat's. After the game, OTB's Scarlett Herron spoke to Shels manager Damien Duff about that win, their ambitions in Europe, and his sadness for former Shels colleagues now at Drogheda. Scarlett also caught up with Pat's manager Stephen Kenny, and Shels' playmaker Ali Coote. League of Ireland on Off the Ball with Rockshore | #leagueofourown

A horrible day for Drogheda United ended with a 2-1 defeat at home to SSE Airtricity Premier Division leaders Shamrock Rovers at Sullivan & Lambe Park.Heartbroken and emotional, their manager Kevin Doherty spoke to OTB's Nathan Murphy, as did the Rovers boss Stephen Bradley. League of Ireland on Off the Ball with Rockshore | #leagueofourown

Nathan is back for another week of LOI action and he was joined by Vinny Perth and Gareth McGlynn to chat through Drogheda's desperate bids to get into the conference league, the positions that clubs need to fill, and Vinny's new gig as a model! The League of Ireland Pod on Off The Ball is brought you to by Rockshore 0.0, refreshingly Alcohol Free. Always be drink aware, get the facts and visit drinkaware.ie

James Geoghegan, Fine Gael TD for Dublin Bay South; Gary Gannon, Social Democrats TD for Dublin Central; Ray O'Donoghue, Night-Time Economy Advisor for Dublin; Mark Davies, Night-Time Economy Advisor for Drogheda; Edel Doran, Night-Time Economy Advisor for Sligo Town; Conor Sweeney, Night-Time Economy Advisor for Kilkenny

James Geoghegan, Fine Gael TD for Dublin Bay South; Gary Gannon, Social Democrats TD for Dublin Central; Ray O'Donoghue, Night-Time Economy Advisor for Dublin; Mark Davies, Night-Time Economy Advisor for Drogheda; Edel Doran, Night-Time Economy Advisor for Sligo Town; Conor Sweeney, Night-Time Economy Advisor for Kilkenny

Transport for Ireland is losing €20 million a year to fare evasion. Nearly 7% of Dart passengers do not have a valid ticket, and fare evasion rates jump to 15% on the Dublin to Drogheda and Dublin to Longford routes.What is going on? And are you a fare dodger?Newstalk's Henry McKean joins Kieran to discuss.

Hear from Drogheda's Kevin Doherty, Bohs boss Alan Reynolds, Damien Duff of Shelbourne, Sligo gaffer John Russell, Galway manager John Caulfield, Cork City boss Gerrard Nash, and Shamrock Rovers manager Stephen Bradley on this comprehensive roundup of LOI manager interviews from the past weekend.

On Tuesday's Football Daily, Phil Egan brings you all the news from a big Monday of League of Ireland action.Damien Duff marvels at Drogheda's doggedness, as Kevin Doherty is frustrated not picking up all three points.Graham Burke feels like Rovers are improving, whilst Stephen Bradley is not getting carried away just yet.Liverpool boss Arne Slot says Mohammed Salah will be back amongst the goals despite Monday's miss.Brighton eye Europe as Manchester City prepare to say goodbye to club legend Kevin de Bruyne.And what is the latest scandal to hit Italian football?Become a member and subscribe at offtheball.com/join

For this extra special bonus-length live episode, I'm joined by Comedians and Actors Willa White and Eric Lalor. The lads sit down with me on stage at the fantastic Púca Festival in Trim, Co. Meath to talk about their very unique experiences with mental struggles, the power of friendship, life lessons and a home birth that went very very weird!Willa White is living proof that you can come back from anything — with a bit of reflection, a lot of humour, and the kind of honesty that stops you in your tracks. He's battled addiction, transformed his life, and now uses laughter and his award-winning acting chops— not just as punchlines, but as a path to healing. His hugely successful and powerful one man show the Examination has played in theatres across the world and, in recent times, he sold out both the 3Olympia Theatre and The Gaiety Theatre (the first comedian to do so in over 10 years), making him the first Irish man to play the venue since it was built back in 1939.Eric is a multi award-winning comedian and his latest one man show, Lol'er By Nature was a sell out success at Dublin's Liberty Hall Theatre. You also might know him as the loveable rogue Cathal Spillane from Fair City but off-screen and stage he's one of the funniest, soundest, and most razor-sharp comedians in the country.Check out one of Willa's Work in Progress shows on the 18th & 19th June in the Axis Theatre in Ballymun, in the National Stadium in Dublin on Aug 2nd, or on Oct 1st in the TLT, Drogheda. Make sure you tune into the lads' award-winning You Must Be Jokin' podcast and follow @ericlalor and @willawhitecomedy on Instagram.If you're new to the series, why not take the time to go back and catch up on the wonderful interviews that you may have missed!Visit www.dermotwhelan.com for more information and don't forget my new book Busy and Wrecked is out now! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Barry Kenny, Head of Corporate Communications at Irish Rail, outlines the rail fare changes impacting Dublin commuters and surrounding towns including Drogheda, Kildare, Navan and Rathdrum

We almost needed 90 minutes to get through a weekend where every club played 180 minutes in a league that is going the full 360 in terms of storylines. Since our last show, we've had several open letters, one managerial departure, two injury time goals for the ages and the death of a pontiff. And that's before we even get to Marc Canham. We eventually manage to do that after hearing a little bit of John Caulfield and Damien Duff and more about the Galway United old lads Whatsapp group. There's a bit of Mauro Picotto, the mandatory Father Ted nostalgia, a Jeff Bezos tribute in Drogheda and Louth being very proud. Throw in Johnny's fine dining update and speculation about a managerial party that will never happen and this Future Ticketing, Sport Cosanta, Collar & Cuff and Rascals Brewing sponsored bonanza might just qualify for the good 15pc that makes the other 85pc of life worth it.

Cameron Hill, Shane Keegan & Johnny Ward make a Good Friday even better by hearing the thoughts of the League of Ireland action, as Drogheda stay top with a 2-all draw at home to Shelbourne, while Sligo Rovers put 4 past Waterford to move off the foot of the table.League of Ireland Late Night, in partnership with Rockshore on Off The Ball, A League of Our Own. Get the facts, be drink aware, visit drinkaware.ie

John Duggan was at the launch of the Lidl Ladies National Football League finals this week, speaking to all of the respective captains head of their respective finals.He spoke with, in order:Fermanagh captain Shannan McQuadeCork captain Sarah LeahyWexford captain Róisín MurphyGalway captain Kate GeraghtyAntrim captain Bronagh DevlinCavan captain Shauna LynchArmagh captain Clodagh McCambridgeKerry captain Aishling O'Connell Saturday April 12 – Croke Park, Dublin Division 2 – Cork v Galway; 3pmDivision 1 – Armagh v Kerry; 5pm Sunday April 13Division 3 – Cavan v Wexford; Integral GAA Grounds, Drogheda, 2pm Division 4 – Antrim v Fermanagh; St. Tiernach's Park, Clones, 3pm

His statue may stand proudly outside the Houses of Parliament in London, but in Ireland, Oliver Cromwell is remembered as “the Devil from over the Sea” for the bloodshed he unleashed there from 1649 to 1653.  Rising to prominence as a Parliamentarian during the English Civil Wars, Oliver Cromwell sought revenge against the Catholics who had killed Protestant colonists in Ireland during the rebellion of 1641.  Soon after overseeing the execution of King Charles I, Cromwell feared that Ireland would be used as a backdoor to England by Royalists, and he took violent measures to stop that from happening. The sieges at Drogheda and Wexford saw some of the worst massacres to occur in Irish history. What happened to ordinary people during the misery of the 1650s? And what legacy did the Cromwellian Conquest leave in Ireland? Listen as Anita and William are joined once again by Professor Jane Ohlmeyer, author of Making Empire: Ireland, Imperialism and the Early Modern World, to discuss how Irish Catholics were displaced and dispossessed as a result of the Cromwellian Conquest.   _____________ Empire UK Live Tour: The Booze & Brews live show is going on a UK tour! William and Anita will be discussing the extraordinary history of ordinary drinks such as tea, Indian Pale Ale and gin & tonic, highlighting how interconnected our drinks cabinets are with the British Empire. Tickets are on sale NOW, to buy your tickets head to aegp.uk/EmpireLive2025. Empire Club: Become a member of the Empire Club to receive early access to miniseries, ad-free listening, early access to live show tickets, bonus episodes, book discounts, and a weekly newsletter! Head to empirepoduk.com to sign up or start a free trial on Apple Podcasts. Email: empire@goalhanger.com Instagram: @empirepoduk  Blue Sky: @empirepoduk  X: @empirepoduk goalhanger.com Assistant Producer: Becki Hills Producer: Anouska Lewis Senior Producer: Callum Hill Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices