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Claire O'Meara is getting ready to bring the joy of line dancing to communities across Clare, with four new classes starting in September in Kilrush, Ennis, Clarecastle and Cratloe.   But for Claire, it's about much more than learning dance steps — it's about getting active, meeting people, building friendships and supporting mental wellbeing.   She recently brought 25 dancers to Áras an Uachtaráin, where they met President Catherine Connolly.  Claire joined Alan Morrissey to tell us more about the classes and the community behind the dancing.  Photo (c) Claire O'Meara via Facebook

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Alan Morrissey was joined by Prof Catriona Jackman from DIAS Dunsink Observatory, to talk us through a very special celestial event taking place this evening.   Ireland is set to experience its deepest solar eclipse since 1999, with up to 97% of the Sun obscured in parts of the west.   Alan found out what people in Ennis and across Clare can expect to see, where to get the best view, and, most importantly, how to watch it safely. Photo (c) ofc pictures from Getty Images via Canva

Fuel prices have risen sharply over the past month, with diesel up by around 19 cent a litre and petrol by about 9 cents.   With the cost of living already putting pressure on households and the Government due to begin phasing out its temporary fuel excise cuts next month, Alan Morrissey was joined by Sixmilebridge fuel merchant PJ Ryan to hear what he's seeing at the pumps and what customers are telling him, and Eugene Drennan, Ennis-based Irish Road Haulage Association Deputy Vice President. Photo (c) amanalang from Getty Images via Canva

It's claimed more needs to be done to support childcare providers across Clare to address the shortfall in availability. It comes as plans have been submitted by The Clare Family Resource Centre for the construction of an additional childcare facility on its premises in Ennis. The new development will enable the centre to increase it's capacity by 50, to provide care for 170 children once the new facility is up and running in 2028. Clare Family Resource Centre manager Maureen Keane, says Government needs to do more to address the lack of childcare places in the county.

One of Down Syndrome Clare's largest fundraising events, The Tour De Munster, came to a conclusion yesterday afternoon.    The 600k round trip culminated with a ride up St.Patrick's hill in Cork City, with cyclists traversing this county from Killlaloe to Killimer on Friday, stopping for lunch at The Temple Gate Hotel here in Ennis.    Volunteers were fundraising up and down the county, with every penny raised in Clare put back into the delivery of services for Down Syndrome Clare, which last year enabled them to secure property for use as the company headquarters in the county town.    Clare FM's Darragh O'Grady spoke to Down Syndrome Clare representatives Orla Shannon and Donal Monaghan at the event on Friday, but first Tour De Munster founder Paul Sheridan spoke about the importance of the Tour, which is now into its 26th year. Photo (c) Clare FM

Two of the world's most distinguished cellists are making their way to Clare for a unique evening that blends music, storytelling and personal reflection.   Julian and Jiaxin Lloyd Webber will take to the stage at Glór in Ennis with Bach, Bows and Arrows!—an intimate performance exploring the enduring genius of Bach, Julian's remarkable musical career, and the stories behind some of the greatest names in classical music.   The event also coincides with the publication of Julian's acclaimed autobiography, Bows and Arrows, offering audiences a rare opportunity to hear firsthand about a lifetime in music. Photo (c) Simon Fowler via julianlloydwebber.com

Two young Clare students have just returned from the trip of a lifetime after spending three weeks experiencing life as teenagers in Phoenix, Arizona, as part of the Ennis–Phoenix Youth Ambassadors Programme.   The exchange saw them live with host families, explore American culture, visit landmarks including the Grand Canyon, and build friendships with young people from across the world.  The long-standing twinning partnership between Ennis and Phoenix continues to create opportunities for young people on both sides of the Atlantic.   Joining Alan Morrissey were Youth Ambassadors Seamus McGuire and Lucy Lennon, along with Councillor Mary Howard, Chairperson of the Ennis–Phoenix Twinning Board. Photo (c) Clare FM

Judy Beck from Clonroad Garden Centre, Ennis was back on Monday's Morning Focus to answer all your gardening queries. This week, Judy taught us about her favourite tree, the Japanese Maple. If you have any questions for Judy, contact the show on 0818 400 964 or send a text or WhatsApp to 086 1800 964. Image (c) Clonroad Garden Centre

A lack of specialist services for adults with eating disorders in the Mid-West has come under renewed scrutiny after the HSE confirmed there is currently no dedicated adult eating disorder team in the region.     As a result, adults who require inpatient treatment are being admitted to psychiatric units in Limerick and Ennis, while those needing community support are treated through general mental health services.     The situation has prompted calls for dedicated funding and specialist care, with concerns that people with eating disorders are not receiving the treatment best suited to their needs.     To discuss the issue from both a healthcare policy and clinical perspective, Alan Morrissey was joined by Councillor James Ryan, a member of the HSE Regional Health Forum Mid-West, and Fierna Kennedy, Adult and Adolescent Psychotherapist with a special interest in eating disorders. Photo (c) shisuka via Canva

In two years' time Ireland will mark the 200th anniversary of one of the most significant moments in its history — the election of Daniel O'Connell as MP for Clare, a victory that helped pave the way for Catholic Emancipation.   O'Connell's Monument in Ennis marks the location of that historic event, but there is currently little information there to explain its significance to visitors and locals.   Former Ennis Councillor Brian Meaney is calling for information boards to be installed at the monument, as he believes the site has an important role to play in celebrating Clare's place in Irish history.   He joined Alan Morrissey earlier to discuss the proposal. Photo (c) Colm Liddy

Over 100 cyclists descended on the county town today as the 26th Tour de Munster made its way through the county. Cyclists made a pit stop at The Temple Gate Hotel in Ennis this morning, on the second day of their journey seeing them pass through the county from Killaloe to Killimer before boarding the ferry to Tarbert. The peloton was headed by four time Tour de France green jersey winner Seán Kelly, with all funds raised to be donated to Down Syndrome Ireland. Tour de Munster founder Paul Sheridan says the awareness the tour generates is just as important as the money raised.

Hello! This week we're joined by actor and comedian Ennis Esmer. After talking about dreams, feet and breakfasts, Ennis tells Chris, Mike and James all about the life of James Dolan, the thin-skinned businessman and blues legend who owns Madison Square Garden, the New York Knicks and unlimited fedoras. Enjoy!Be sure to follow Ennis on Instagram!***ANNOUNCEMENTSMichael's brand new standup album PIZZA PALS is out now! It was recorded in downtown Toronto last November, and it's full of all sorts of silly jokes, verbal puzzles and tongue twisters. Order your copy on Bandcamp!Listen to James Hartnett's second standup album It's Not Looking Good today!And don't forget to subscribe to the Evil Men Patreon for bonus episodes every week! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

New figures show Clare has among the lowest number of GPs of any county in Ireland, while overcrowding at University Hospital Limerick continues to reach record levels.     Against that backdrop, Friends of Ennis Hospital has proposed a new Enhanced Urgent Care Centre pilot for Ennis, saying it could help deliver more care closer to home and ease pressure on the region's busiest hospital.     To discuss the proposal and the challenges facing healthcare in Clare, Alan Morrissey was joined by the Chair of Friends of Ennis Hospital, Angela Coll, and Lahinch GP and IMO GP Committee member, Dr Michael Kelleher. Photo (c) 89Stocker via Canva

Heart disease and stroke remain two of the biggest health challenges facing people in Ireland, but early detection can make a significant difference.   Next Tuesday (11th August), the Croí Mobile Health Hub will be in Ennis offering free blood pressure, pulse and cholesterol checks as part of a new community health initiative supported by the Michael Guinee Charitable Foundation. To tell us more about the service and why knowing your numbers is so important, Alan Morrissey was joined by the Chief Executive Officer of Croí, Mark O'Donnell. Image (c) Croí

Illegal dumping continues to blight one of Ennis' most popular outdoor amenities, with fresh images shared on social media showing another pile of rubbish left at the entrance to Lees Road.   Despite repeated clean-ups and long-running calls for tougher enforcement, the problem persists, prompting renewed questions about whether measures like CCTV could finally help deter offenders.   Joining Alan Morrissey to discuss the issue were Clare County Council Dog Warden Frankie Coote, who has dealt with countless dumping incidents at Lees Road, and Ennis Fianna Fáil Councillor Clare Colleran Molloy. Photo (c) Clare FM

A new fundraising event in Ennis is set to put teamwork, determination and community spirit to the test.    Clare's Fittest Superstars will see teams tackle a series of obstacle-course challenges inspired by Ireland's Fittest Family, all in aid of two important local causes.   The event will raise funds for Cahercalla Community Care, helping to enhance the lives of its residents, and Ennis Rugby Club, which is embarking on a major €2.5 million redevelopment of its facilities.   Joining Alan Morrissey earlier to tell us more were Cahercalla Community Care board member Gabriella Hanrahan and Ennis RFC Chair Ritchie Murphy. Image (c) Clare's Fittest Superstars

The Irish Medical Organisation is calling for upgrades at University Hospital Limerick to be treated as critical infrastructure. It follows a week of persistently high attendances at the region's Main Hospital, which led to HSE MidWest asking patients not to attend the ED if possible. In a statement to Clare FM, the IMO has described the closure of A&Es at Ennis, Nenagh and St Johns as disastrous policy decisions which the people of the MidWest are suffering. Chairperson Professor Mick Molloy says all investment in MidWest healthcare needs to be fasttracked.

For the past 12 years, The Record Break has been more than just Ennis' only independent record shop. It's become a meeting place for music lovers, a platform for local artists and a cultural hub in the heart of the town.     Now, with the building set to go on the market, owner Sinéad Nic Síoda is launching an innovative campaign to buy the premises and secure the shop's future.     Instead of asking for donations, she's inviting people to support the effort by buying an exclusive song she's recorded especially for the campaign.     Sinéad joined Alan Morrissey to tell us why saving The Record Break is about much more than keeping a record shop open.   Photo (c) Clare FM

This Thursday, over 100 cyclists will take to the roads of Munster in aid of Down Syndrome Ireland. The four day charity cycle, covers a remarkable 600km, departing from Cork city before travelling through to province and arriving at The Temple Gate Hotel in Ennis, for a meeting with DSI Clare. Alan Morrissey was joined by chairperson of DSI Clare, Donal Monaghan to find out more. Image (c) Tour de Munster

It's claimed a two-tier system has been created in Clare by the backlog in the number of outstanding assessment of needs. New data from the Department of Children, Disability and Equality shows just five assessments were carried out in the first quarter of 2026. In comparison to last year, Clare is behind pace in the number of assessment of needs carried out in the county. At the end of June 2025, 19 assessments had been carried out, with just a quarter of that figure completed in the first three months of this year, despite a near 10% increase in the number of assessments carried out nationwide. Private assessments can be acquired for between €900 and €1,500, however, delays are also resulting in backlogs in private therapists waiting lists. Founder of Clare Crusaders Children's Clinic, Ann Norton, says the vast majority of parents are priced out of applying for private assessments. On April 1st, a total of 109 assessments were overdue in the county, with 86% of these overdue by three months or more. This represents an increase of 41 in a nine month period from the 68 recorded at the end of June last year. Clare disability rights activist Ann Marie Flanagan claims backlogs in the system is creating intense trauma for children awaiting assessment. The Ennistymon native says the failure to make space for new assessments is degrading to those impacted.

Judy Beck from Clonroad Garden Centre, Ennis was back on Tuesday's Morning Focus to answer all your gardening queries. This week, Judy gave advice for dealing with the last of summer's flowering perennials. If you have any questions for Judy, contact the show on 0818 400 964 or send a text or WhatsApp to 086 1800 964.

Clare's driving test backlog has been significantly whittled down. New CSO figures show the number of people waiting for a test in this county is down 27% compared to last year. There are now 696 learners waiting for a test in Ennis, 262 in Shannon and 203 in Kilrush. Clare Fine Gael TD Joe Cooney is hopeful of seeing further improvements in the near future.

Alan Morrissey was joined by Clare FM's Derrick Lynch to chat about the opening weekend of the TUS Clare Senior Football Championship. Group 1: Cratloe, Éire Óg, St. Joseph's Miltown, Doonbeg - St Joseph's Miltown v Doonbeg (Saturday, Quilty, 3pm)  - Cratloe v Éire Óg (Saturday, Zimmer Biomet Páirc Chíosóg, Ennis, 6pm) - LIVE ON CLARE FM Group 2: St. Joseph's Doora/Barefield, Ennistymon, Kildysart, Kilmihil - Kildysart v Kilmihill (Friday, Cooraclare, 7:30pm)  - St Joseph's Doora/Barefield v Ennistymon (Saturday, Zimmer Biomet Páirc Chíosóg, 4pm) - LIVE ON CLARE FM  Group 3: Lissycasey, Corofin, Kilmurry Ibrickane, St. Breckan's  - Kilmurry Ibrickane v St. Breckan's (Friday, Miltown Malbay, 7:30pm) - LIVE ON CLARE FM - Lissycasey v Corofin (Saturday, Clarecastle, 1pm)  Image (c) Clare FM

Mark Ennis Mark Ennis is a health coach from Ireland specializing in helping individuals achieve a longer, healthier life through the power of a carnivore and keto lifestyle. After struggling with both anorexia and obesity, Mark discovered the life-changing benefits of this approach and now dedicates himself to guiding others on their journey to health and happiness. Passionate about making a lasting impact, he empowers clients to overcome challenges, achieve their goals, and live their best lives. Mark’s mission is to inspire positive change and share the knowledge that transformed his own life. Key Quote “You get one shot in life. It could all end tomorrow. Nobody’s going to care whether you were in the best shape of your life — live it to the max.” — Mark Ennis Mark’s Top Tips     Go in with the right attitude. Know why you’re doing this before you start — if it’s a short-term fix, it won’t work. This has to be for the long haul.     Don’t rush the process. You’re doing this for the rest of your life, so what’s the rush? It doesn’t matter if it takes longer than three months to get there.     Don’t take life too seriously. You only get one shot — surround yourself with people who are winning and get rid of negative energy wherever you find it. Mark’s Product/Giveaway Mark has a free giveaway for listeners: 5 Steps to Reclaim Your Energy and Health with Keto-Carnivore, available at: fitnessbeyondtime01.com Resources Mentioned Mark references several people who influenced his approach: Dr Kiltz, Dr Shawn Baker, Ken Berry, and Sally Norton. Connect with Mark Ennis Instagram: @fitnessbeyondtime01 Website: fitnessbeyondtime01.com The Fabulously Keto Diet & Lifestyle Journal: A 12-week journal to support new habits – Jackie Fletcher If you have enjoyed listening to this episode – Leave us a review By leaving us a review on your favourite podcast platform, you help us to be found by others. Connect with us on social media https://www.instagram.com/FabulouslyKeto1 https://twitter.com/FabulouslyKeto https://www.youtube.com/@FabulouslyKeto Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/FabulouslyKeto Music by Bob Collum Recommend a guest We would love to know if you have a favourite guest you would like us to interview. Let us know who you would like to hear of if you have a particular topic you would like us to cover. https://fabulouslyketo.com/recommend-a-guest We sometimes get a small commission on some of the links, this goes towards the costs of producing the podcast.

If you're heading off on holidays to Spain, France or elsewhere in southern Europe over the coming weeks, you've probably seen the worrying images of wildfires making headlines.   While the vast majority of popular holiday destinations remain open and unaffected, travellers are being urged to stay informed and prepared.   So, what do you need to know before you travel, and what should you do if your destination is impacted?   To answer those questions, Alan Morrissey was joined by Ennis-based Travel Counsellor Gearoid Mannion. Photo (c) Science Photo Library via Canva

Four heavily trafficked stretches of road in Clare could soon see their speed limits reduced from 100km/h to 80km/h under new plans. The N68 Ennis to Kilrush Road at Darragh, the R445 from the Radisson Hotel from the Limerick Border , the R352 from Ennis to Caherlohan and R458 from Ennis to Ballyline have all been included in Phase 2 of the National Speed Limit Review. Clare County Council is accepting public submissions on the proposals until August 31st. Cathaoirleach of the West Clare Municipal District, Councillor Michael Shannon says the reduction at Darragh would be a welcome start.

The Irish Blood Transfusion Service says the demand for blood supplies in Clare remains relenteless. It comes ahead of a walk in clinic being held in Ennis this evening from 4.50pm until 8.10pm at Treacy's West County Hotel. According to the IBTS, hospitals were particularly affected by increased admissions during the recent heatwave. Broadford based Donor Recruitment Executive Alex O'Connor says the majority of donations go to cancer patients.

Calls have been made for a major increase in Garda numbers and an Armed Support Unit following a string of violent incidents. Gardaí continue to investigate a shooting in Dun Na Hinse and a serious assault at Clancy Park in Ennis which resulted in a man sustaining significant injuries that both occurred in the past 6 days. There are currently 84 fewer Gardaí operating in the county town than there were in 2007, while Ennis received just one new Garda from the latest batch of Templemore recruits. Mayor of Ennis, Clarecastle Sinn Féin Councillor Tommy Guilfoyle says it's nowhere near good enough.

An Ennis native is in the running to make history at this year's Creative Arts Emmy Awards.    John Merry has been nominated for his work as Supervising Art Director on A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms, the eagerly anticipated Game of Thrones prequel, and could become the first person from County Clare to win an Emmy in the awards' 78-year history.    From studying architecture to helping create some of television's biggest productions, John's career has taken him from Ennis to Belfast and now to Hollywood's biggest stage.    Alan Morrisey was delighted to be joined by John to hear more. Background Image (c) Gold confetti by Maryna Stryzhak via Canva

New figures show Clare has the second lowest NCT pass rate in the country, with almost six in every ten vehicles tested in Ennis this year recording either a major or dangerous failure.    More than 12,000 motorists have already failed their test, while over 2,000 vehicles were deemed unsafe to return to the road until serious defects were repaired.    So, why is Clare performing so poorly, what are the most common reasons vehicles are failing, and what simple steps can motorists take to avoid an expensive re-test?    Alan Morrissey was joined by Mike McGrath from Safeway Tyres in Ennis to learn more. Photo (c) choja from Getty Images Signature via Canva

Clare is currently one of just 10 counties in Ireland without a standalone Irish-medium secondary school, and campaigners say students and families who choose education through Irish deserve a complete pathway from primary through to second level.    The Education Minister has said there are currently no plans for a new school in Clare, pointing to existing post-primary capacity and alternative options such as Irish-medium units within English-medium schools.    Joining Alan Morrissey earlier to discuss the issue were Ennis-based musician and campaigner Cathy Potter, who has written to Clare Government TDs calling for action, and Mayor of Clare and Corofin Fianna Fáil councillor Joe Killeen, a former INTO President who has previously raised concerns about Irish-language education provision in the county.  Photo (c) Gaelcholáiste an Chláir via Facebook

Éire Óg will begin yet another defence of their county title this weekend as the TUS Clare Senior Football Championship gets underway. The two most recent winners of Jack Daly face off in Group 1 in Zimmer Biomet Páirc Chiosóg on Saturday, as 2023 champions Cratloe providing the opposition. The Townies will be looking claim three county titles back to back, with Cratloe defeating Éire Óg in the semi final on their previous attempt at three-in-a-row. Manager Shane Daniels claims it's vital to get two points on the board facing into a tough group campaign. Cratloe came within three points of facing Éire Óg in the 2025 Jack Daly decider, falling to defeat to St.Joseph's Doora Barefield in the last four. Boss Colm Collins says despite last year's semi final berth, they aren't looking beyond Saturday evening's game. Throw in on Saturday is at 6pm, with commentary on Clare FM thanks to Brian Pyne Tiles Westgate Business Park, Kilrush Road, Ennis

This week on talkBOXING, in association with DAZN, Simon Jordan, Spencer Oliver and Paul Smith are joined by British heavyweight champion Richard Riakporhe & highy-esteemed trainer Adam Booth.The guys discuss Anthony Joshua's highly-entertaining win over Kristian Prenga, Tyson Fury's comeback victory in Thailand and whether we will finally see AJ vs Fury. They also discussed what's next for Riakporhe as he plots his heavyweight world title path. Josh Kelly's trainer Adam Booth also joined the show to discuss a potential match-up for his fighter with Jaron 'Boots' Ennis.Check out talkSPORT's Socials:

Lo prometido es deuda y continuamos a buen ritmo con el más espectacular y único Talk Show del mundo del cómic. Regresa el Cuartucho y no podíamos estar más contentos de acoger en esta ocasión a uno de los guionistas más importantes en la historia del cómic: Garth Ennis. Nos juntamos en las Jornadas del Comic de Avilés con el responsable de creaciones tan importantes como Predicador o The Boys, además del escritor más destacado en la historia del Castigador, y como no podía ser de otra forma, lo haremos acompañados de unas buenos refrescos de cebada. Además, regresa la invasión más loca de Youtube, con los amiguetes de Idiocracia, con quienes repasaremos algunos de los momentos más absurdos en las películas de superhéroes. ACTUALIDAD El presentador más destacado (y único) de nuestro cuartucho, el Hombre Máquina, regresa para ponernos al día con la actualidad que sacude al mundo del cómic. Desde eventos como la San Diego Comic-Con o el Mad Horror, pasando por grafología de los Absolute y hasta la reciente polémica con la extinción del formato físico. GARTH ENNIS Nos reunimos con el maestro Garth Ennis durante las últimas Jornadas del Cómic de Avilés, donde, en un pub irlandés y acompañados de unas buenas cerves, compartimos charla con uno de los guionistas más destacados y prolíficos del noveno arte. Repasaremos la trayectoria de este creador, responsable de éxitos tan notables como Predicador o The Boys, pasando por sus trabajos en El Castigador y llegando hasta sus imprescindibles historias bélicas. IDIOCRACIA Regresan Toni y Fer de Idiocracia, los cinéfilos más locos y sin filtros que habitan el mundo de YouTube. Una nueva sección donde repasarán las escenas y momentos más absurdos y ridículos de las producciones de superhéroes, desde las redundancias de Man of Steel hasta las sobreexplotaciones de Nolan en El Caballero Oscuro. Índice: 00:00:00 Intro 00:00:36 Actualidad con el Hombre Máquina 00:11:51 Garth Ennis 01:08:10 Idiocracia No te pierdas nuestro anterior CUARTUCHO https://youtu.be/YVN3K8jriFU Te dejo con MÁS INFO con estos cómics Predicador https://tienda.tomosygrapas.com/es/dc-comics/43958-predicador-integral-01.html The Boys https://tienda.tomosygrapas.com/es/americano/32061-the-boys-integral-01.html Punisher Max https://tienda.tomosygrapas.com/es/marvel-comics/3004-el-castigador-01-nacimiento.html Puniser de Ennis y Dillon https://tienda.tomosygrapas.com/es/marvel-comics/35285-el-castigador-de-ennis-y-dillon-01-bienvenido-a-casa-frank-marvel-saga.html Hitman https://tienda.tomosygrapas.com/es/dc-comics/43826-hitman-la-coleccion-completa-01.html Battlefields https://tienda.tomosygrapas.com/es/americano/39891-battlefields-integral-01-la-bruja-de-la-noche.html Historias de la Guerra https://tienda.tomosygrapas.com/es/americano/44843-historias-de-la-guerra-integral-01-2-edicion.html Escucha también El Cuartucho en formato puro Audio podcast en Ivoox, Spotify y demás plataformas. https://go.ivoox.com/rf/121270122 Consigue todos tus cómics en nuestra *LIBRERÍA ONLINE* La mejor del multiverso https://tienda.tomosygrapas.com Nuestro *PODCAST* ya está en el *CANAL SECUNDARIO* ¡Inflate a contenido comiquero aquí! https://www.youtube.com/@tomosygrapaspodcast ✌️ *SUSCRÍBETE* a este canal si quieres descubrir siempre grandes cómics y estar al día https://bit.ly/2ObyrT3 ❤️ Apoya nuestro trabajo *ÚNIÉNDOTE A LA CÓMUNIDAD* y obtén ventajas y contenidos exclusivos como nuestros podcast integros en directo https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC2yEUAjRiHRm9HEBPWQAEzg/join Web https://www.tomosygrapas.com Facebook https://www.facebook.com/tomosygrapas Twitter https://www.twitter.com/tomosygrapas ♪ Tik Tok https://www.tiktok.com/@tomosygrapas Instagram https://www.instagram.com/tomosygrapas ✉️ Contacto (Medios) tomosygrapas@gmail.com ✉️ Contacto (Tienda) tienda@tomosygrapas.com

Judy Beck from Clonroad Garden Centre, Ennis was back on Tuesday's Morning Focus to answer all your gardening queries. This week, Judy gave advice for gardeners who are learning their lettuce from their spinach and perennials from peonies. If you have any questions for Judy, contact the show on 0818 400 964 or send a text or WhatsApp to 086 1800 964. Image (c) Clonroad Garden Centre

A special transatlantic event will take place in Ennis on Friday, July 31 when young musicians from Clare and St Louis, Missouri come together to perform a specially arranged piece of music to mark the links between Ireland and the USA as part of the America 250 programme.   The concert takes place in the Temple Gate Hotel, Ennis at 7pm.  To find our more, Derrick Lynch was joined on the line by Pádraig Rynne, Music Development Officer with Music Generation Clare. Photo (c) Clare County Council

Clare's Garda numbers are receiving a marginal boost from today. One new Garda has been allocated to Ennis following the attestation of 206 new recruits from Templemore today. It will bring the total number of Gardaí operating in the county town to 111. Clare Local Community Safety Partnership Chair PJ Ryan has been telling Clare FM's Daragh Dolan that while additional resources are welcome, the numbers are dissapointing.

Clare's Minister of State expects this county's healthcare needs to be "well covered" thanks to the local representation on the Mid West Health Planning Board. Three of the 13 members of the board established to oversee the development of the new hospital in Raheen are from this county. Ennis native Dr Terry Hennessy will serve as Regional Clinical Lead for Strategy and Development while Lissycasey's Alma Kelly has been named Construction, Engineering and Renewables Specialist, and Lahinch-based campaigner John Wall is Patient and Service User Council Representative. The board is tasked with preparing a roadmap for "safe, accessible and sustainable healthcare" across the region, and Tulla Fianna Fáil Minister of State Timmy Dooley believes Clare will see its services enhanced.

Residents in Ennis are asking whether the county town is as safe as it once was.   A recent social media post claiming people no longer feel safe walking alone has sparked a heated debate, with concerns ranging from violent crime and Garda resources to immigration.  Garda figures show recorded assaults, harassment and related offences in Ennis have risen by more than 43% over the past decade, while public order offences have fallen.   So, how safe is Ennis today? Is the perception matching the reality? And what needs to be done to make people feel safer?  Joining Alan Morrissey earlier to discuss it were Ennis native Angela Coll, CEO of Ennis Chamber Margaret O'Brien, and former local and general election candidate Kevin Hassett. Photo (c) Clare FM

We're joined by Paul Dylan-Ennis and Wassim Alsindi, two of crypto's sharpest in-house critics, who arrived at the same place from opposite directions.Paul is a lecturer at University College Dublin, author of Absolute Essentials of Ethereum, an early speculative realist (co-founder of Speculations), and a member of the Silviculture Society, the informal cypherpunk body that keeps check on the Ethereum Foundation.Wassim is a chemical physicist turned record-label operator turned MIT Media Lab researcher, founder of 0x Salon in Berlin, and a self-described "deradicalized Bitcoin maximalist." Hell yeah.We start with Wassim's essay 'Open Swords,' which insists that open source has to die. The utopian horizon of the cypherpunks (Tim May's Crypto Anarchist Manifesto, Eric Hughes' clarion call, Barlow's Declaration) has been repurposed into systems of closure, with Palantir, Anduril, Helsing, and the corporate AI monoliths built on the backs (and skulls) of open source development.We go hard on the idea of the cypherbunk in general, into computational counter-politics, Nick Land's Crypto-Current, and Wassim's critical concept of necro-primitivism (Bitcoin as an indifference engine that cannot care about anything outside its thermoeconomic event horizon, now awaiting its quantum-computing civil war.)References:Wassim Alsindi, "Open Swords" (Akisoma)Timothy C. May, "The Crypto Anarchist Manifesto" (1988)Eric Hughes, "A Cypherpunk's Manifesto" (1993)John Perry Barlow, "A Declaration of the Independence of Cyberspace" (1996)Wassim Alsindi, "The Necroprimitivist Manifesto" (2021) & the Indifference Engine projectNick Land, Crypto-Current: Bitcoin and Philosophy (Šum edition)Anna Greenspan, Capitalism's Transcendental Time Machine (2000)Paul Dylan-Ennis, Absolute Essentials of Ethereum (Routledge, 2024)Paul Dylan-Ennis, Continental Realism (Zero Books, 2011)Hannu Rajaniemi, The Quantum Thief (2010)

Dan is joined by Darragh 'The Menace' Ennis from ITV's The Chase to discuss the show, his love for Liverpool and his thoughts on Andoni Iraola. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

We brought Griff Stark-Ennis the story of a backyard wedding that no one, from the grooms to the guests, will ever forget. We are now on YouTube. Be sure to follow us on there at @DefectorMedia where you can watch today's episode.Subscribe to our newsletter for writing from Rachelle, Se'era, Jae, Alex, and Kelsey, plus blog recommendations and secrets!You can support Normal Gossip directly by buying merch or becoming a Friend or a Friend-of-Friend at supportnormalgossip.com.You can also find all kinds of info about us and how to submit gossip on our Komi page: https://normalgossip.komi.io/Episode transcript here.Follow the show on Instagram @normalgossip, and if you have gossip, email us at normalgossip@defector.com or leave us a voicemail at 26-79-GOSSIP.Normal Gossip is hosted by Rachelle Hampton (@heyydnae) and produced by Se'era Spragley Ricks (@seera_sharae) and Jae Towle Vieira (@jaetowlevieira). Our audio engineer is Samantha Gattsek. Justin Ellis is Defector's projects editor. Show art by Tara Jacoby. Theme music composed by Hrishikesh Hirway.Normal Gossip is a proud member of Radiotopia. Learn about your ad choices: dovetail.prx.org/ad-choices

Kevin Powers' Children of the Wild is a book about Roy and Ennis, two friends on a farm who sign up for WWI, one excited for battle, one a feral child baffled by war. What does war do to friendship? To the minds of men? We talk to Kevin, a veteran of the war in Iraq, about his ability to write war so well and the effects of PTSD on his characters. We also talk to Bartleby Books in Vermont…join us! Find books mentioned on The Book Case: ⁠https://www.goodmorningamerica.com/shop/story/book-case-podcast-reading-list-118433302 Books mentioned on this week's episode: Children of the Wild by Kevin Powers A Line in the Sand by Kevin Powers A Shout in the Ruins by Kevin Powers Letter Composed During a Lull in the Fighting by Kevin Powers The Things They Carried by Tim O'Brien Catch-22 by Joseph Heller The Hobbit by J.R.R. Tolkien Barabbas by Par Lagerkvist Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On episode 389 of The Neutral Corner boxing podcast, host Michael Montero gives his reaction to the entertaining fight between Jaron “Boots” Ennis and Xander Zayas in Brooklyn, New York. Boots stopped Zayas in seven rounds to claim two junior middleweight titles. In other news, heavyweight champion Oleksandr Usyk dumped his belts and announced he would have one more fight before retiring. WBC president Mauricio Sulaimán made a social media post that went viral, slamming the champion for his decision. Many American fans and media expressed discontent with Usyk as well. Montero calls out the bias, double standards and hysteria surrounding the heavyweight champ. https://www.youtube.com/live/w6EJfVyb3yg

Jaron "Boots" Ennis delivered one of the year's most exciting performances, stopping Xander Zayas in a thrilling fight to become a unified champion at 154 pounds. Teddy breaks down how Ennis weathered adversity and took controlPlus, Teddy reacts to Emiliano Vargas' continued rise as a birght prospects and Ben Whittaker's dominant destruction of Richard Rivera, explaining what stood out most from each performance and what could be next for both rising stars.Also: Teddy previews Abdullah Mason's upcoming July 4 title defense against late sub Albert Bell. With Joe Cordina out, Bell steps in on short notice, bringing an unbeaten record and an awkward style that presents a different challenge.Thanks for being with us. The best way to support is to subscribe, share the episode and check out our sponsor: https://fiofo.com/https://athleticgreens.com/atlasLa Rocca Coffee Company - There's Always Time for Coffee – Authentic Espresso – Larocca Coffee Company: https://www.laroccacoffeecompany.com/ TEDDY10 for 10% off on website. Plus, a portion of all proceeds will be donated to the Teddy Atlas FoundationYou can join Teddy for the first ever community driven and one-of-a-kind subscription platform to get exclusive never seen before access to Teddy Atlas: https://Teddyatlasboxing.com The Ropes with Teddy includes: Teddy's tips and advice Evaluations/ video review feedback / Exclusive Fight Picks /Dedicated livestreams for private Q&A's and livestreams for selected fights with Teddy's commentary / 1 on 1 coaching from Teddy and much more! Timestamps:00:00 - Intro02:15 - Ennis vs Zayas34:45 - Vargas vs Mills38:50 - Whittaker vs Rivera47:45 - Paro vs Crocker 53:50 - Mason vs Bell 01:01:01 - Carrington vs PalaciosTEDDY'S AUDIOBOOKAmazon/Audible: https://amzn.to/32104DRiTunes/Apple: https://apple.co/32y813rTHE FIGHT T-SHIRTShttps://teddyatlas.comTEDDY'S SOCIAL MEDIATwitter - http://twitter.com/teddyatlasrealInstagram - http://instagram.com/teddy_atlasTHE FIGHT WITH TEDDY ATLAS SOCIAL MEDIAInstagram - http://instagram.com/thefightWTATwitter - http://twitter.com/thefightwtaFacebook - https://www.facebook.com/TheFightwithTeddyAtlasThanks for tuning in. Please be sure to subscribe! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Shannon Sharpe, Chad “Ochocinco” Johnson and Iso Joe Johnson react to Jaron “Boots” Ennis beating Xander Zayas, Lionel Messi is the GOAT and Jaylen Brown has time for his haters Subscribe to Nightcap presented by PrizePicks so you don’t miss out on any new drops! Download the PrizePicks app today and use code SHANNON to get $50 in lineups after you play your first $5 lineup! Visit https://prizepicks.onelink.me/LME0/NI... 00:00 - Introduction04:15 - Boots beats Zayas32:40 - Lionel Messi off the bench42:15 - Jaylen Brown (Timestamps may vary based on advertisements.) #ClubSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We react to Oscar Collazos dominant win over Neider Valdez and discuss what's next for the unified minimumweight champion. Plus, we preview the potential showdown between Jaron Ennis and Xander Zayas. Also, breaking down the explosive matchup between Edwin De Los Santos and Jose Valenzuela and analyze the high-stakes clash between Liam Paro and Lewis Crocker. Predictions, analysis, and boxing news all in one episode!