Podcasts about first dates ireland

Darren has major boiler disasters and it's led him to the world of cold showers, which has opened up a route to becoming a wellness influencer.Joe treats us to some very dad accents and even worse reality TV, and speaking of reality TV, Joe can't seem to get off First Dates Ireland.In the latest update on Joe's dinosaur, we receive a potentially lucrative offer to take it off his hands. – and he recounts some more adventures at Dublin port as the piss-takers emerge to mock his dinosaur conundrum.There's a strange segue into the crossover world of bucket bongs, insanity workouts and baths.We hear about Darren getting a ferocious football in the face from Wes Brown, and we return to Darren's obsession with football player cards.Send all of your comments and questions to stallit@goloudnow.com

It's that time of the year when love could be in the air, all you have to do is send a simple email! First Dates Ireland are on the hunt for people for the new series and they've some rather specific needs. From GAA legs to Lord of the Rings fans, there's someone there for you. Karla Zambra joined Dave to explain all about who they're looking for. For more, visit: www.cococontent.ie/firstdates

The hit series is back and Anna Nolan, COCO Content's Head of Development, is particularly looking for male daters. If you'd like to sign up for the show, visit cococontent.ie/firstdates or call 087 270 2730.

We'd Anna and Karla from First Dates Ireland in with us this morning to talk about casting for the new series! Do you know someone who'd fit the bill? We went to Olivia Rodrigo last night so had all the chats from that And we had another game of FM104s Ins2grand Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jen caught up with First Dates Ireland daters Will & Leona to hear more about a spark that's going international!

Jen caught up with First Dates Ireland daters Leon & Daniel to hear more about the battle of the bill on their date!

Jen caught up with First Dates Ireland daters Colm & Maria to hear more about a spark that fizzled!

PJ talks to Eoin from Blarney St who was on the Cork-iest episode of First Dates Ireland ever. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jen caught up with First Dates Ireland daters Ben and Kyra to hear more about a date that gave both of them a new friend!

Lottie caught up with First Dates Ireland couple Boo and Meri to hear more about a date, and the roads that brought them there!

Jen caught up with First Dates Ireland daters Thomas and Brian to hear more about their date, and how to ensure there are no crossed signals!

Ever found yourself in the middle of Cupid's chaos, or wondered why your man is acting like a newborn in need of a cuddle? Pour yourself a glass and join your fave Boozy Blondes, Melissa and Simone, as we chat about the highs and lows of love, from Valentine's Day to Love Island drama. We're serving up a hearty blend of laughter and wisdom, spicing up your playlist with our take on relationship quirks, the complexities of teenage life, and the rules of the dating game.Navigating the battlefield of first dates and teenage insecurities can feel like a quest for the Holy Grail, but fear not, we've got your back. Molly from Love Island becomes our unexpected guru, teaching us a thing or two about grace under fire. We're dishing out the nitty-gritty on standing your ground in the face of peer pressure and the dating faux pas that'll have you sprinting for the hills faster than you can say "check, please!"When we're not playing Cupid, we're stepping into the shoes of lawmakers, dreaming up a world where equality isn't just a buzzword but a reality. From the sobering truths of modern-day slavery to the everyday heroics of bargain hunting, we take you on a rollercoaster ride of emotions and share a laugh (or two) about our thrifty adventures. Stick with us, and who knows? You might just become the next vintage treasure-hunter extraordinaire.

Jen caught up with First Dates Ireland daters George & Killian to hear more about a date their date and asks, can lip-syncing ever improve?

Jen caught up with returning First Dates Ireland dater Gary Lyons who's back for more.... and brought his brother along for the meal!

PJ talks to Omo Adebowale about First Dates Ireland and also about his magnificant beard. See his beard site mainemanbeardgrooming.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

On this morning's show... Ian Bailey's death leaves unanswered questions in the Sophie Toscan du Plantier murder case. I spoke to him over the years. We will hear part of those conversations. The weekend of protests in Roscrea indicates ongoing issues that need attention. A listener on the responsibility of NCT Centres for car breakdowns after passing the test The government's potential ban on flavored vapes. The continued hostility of voters in the republic towards the Commonwealth. A Tipp man working towards reviving the annals writing tradition in Ireland. Lastly, the conversation with a man who appeared on First Dates Ireland promises interesting insights.

Jen caught up with First Dates Ireland daters Aaron & Karl to hear more about their date and the worst parts of social media!

Joe is joined by Limerick woman Sinead O'Beirne Brinn to discuss her time spent on the TV programme First Dates Ireland. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jen caught up with First Dates Ireland couple Megan and Alan to hear more about a date that led to love and... White Magnums!

Happy New Year. 2024 we come back with a bang with the erudite gentleman Lawson Mpame sharing with us his lone wolf journey in the world of Fashion and Creative Direction. Lawson has worked with some incredible brands including, Tommy Hilfiger, Calvin Klein, Zalando, Primark and more, featuring on RTE, Image, Tatler, Irish Country Magazine and beyond. Lawson moved to Ireland from Zimbabwe at the age of 15 and had to navigate a new country, culture and friendships to find his own path in Ireland. His journey to success has not always been easy, he had to go to battle with his father in order to pursue his dream career in fashion, and avoid the route the rest of his family had taken in medicine and law. Lawson talks about his unique perspective as a straight, black man, in an industry where the majority of his peers are women and gay men. He discusses being single and his time on First Dates Ireland and highlights how sometimes it is good to spend time alone to find out what you really want from life.Lawson talks about his proud inclusion in the 2023 book 'Black and Irish' and how important it is to stand out from the crowd and be proud of who you are, which can often be expressed in how we dress and present ourselves to the world. Lawson is a brilliant example of a Solo Powered man in many aspects of his life. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Welcome to episode 37 with the Boujee blonde girls Have you ever had one of those days where everything seems to go wrong? Let me tell you, Melissa had quite the day when she found herself at a stinky gas station with the world's worst coffee in hand. Who knew such a day could make for a hilarious story? Simone throws in her own mishaps and we both share our thoughts on the ever-rising prices and strategies for Christmas shopping. We even debate whether to order presents online or risk the kiddos finding out!Ever heard of "bed rotting"? It's a controversial coping strategy where you stay in bed all day to deal with stress and anxiety. While it may sound enticing, we weigh up the pros and cons of such a move and emphasize the importance of fresh air and physical activity. We even tackle a listener's dilemma on whether to settle down or travel solo for a year or two, providing some advice on balancing personal desires and relationship needs.And let's not forget about the nerve-wracking world of first dates. What are the questions that should be off the table? We challenge the old rule of avoiding politics and religion, and stress understanding a potential partner's work-life balance. They share our own experiences and opinions, and mind you, we don't shy away from the juicy details. So buckle up, grab your coffee (hopefully better than Melissa's), and get ready for a laughter-filled episode that will leave you wanting more!To get in touch email Boujeeblondespodcast@gmail.comInstagram @BoujeeblondespodcastLots of loveMelissa and Simonexx

In this brilliant episode Ariana chats to the indomitable reality star, disability rights activist and BBC documentary maker Paddy Smyth. We talk about Paddys challenge throughout life, finding love and acceptance for himself as a gay disabled man living with cerebral palsy. Overcoming adversity and grief through the loss of his parents, his desire to be famous, his foray into reality tv as a contestant on First Dates Ireland in 2017 before going onto win Channel 4's 'The Circle' in the UK in 2019. Paddy recently released an incredibly inspiring and thought-provoking BBC documentary called 'Should I be fixed' about medical advancements for disabled people and the identity that is often wrapped up in their disability, begging the question 'should you fix your disability if you could?'. Paddy proves that being disabled can be empowering and encourages listeners to go out and live your dreams on your own terms. #disability #disabilityrights #diversityandinclusion#gayanddisabled#realitystar#empowering #loveyourself#lovewhatyoudo. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In conversation with Judy Wong, she talks about merging makeup artistry, reiki and life coaching for a holistic approach to success. Her life mission is to help heal others as she heals herself. ---- If you have enjoyed this episode of Recipes for Success, please feel free to support me by buying me a coffee! https://www.buymeacoffee.com/Hthompson --- Follow the host, Heather Thompson, on social media where she is known as "The Success Coach" https://www.instagram.com/successcoachheather https://www.linkedin.com/in/heathersthompson/ Check out my website: www.thesuccesscoach.ie ---- Mentioned Book: 4000 Weeks by Oliver Burkeman (This is an affiliate link, meaning if you buy through this link, I will make a small commission from Amazon, at no cost to you: Buy here) --- Find out more about Judy Wong: Instagram Make Up: https://instagram.com/makeupbyjudibells?igshid=MmU2YjMzNjRlOQ== Instagram  Life Coaching:  https://instagram.com/_i_lifecoach?igshid=MmU2YjMzNjRlOQ==  Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCnn3SFHDQK6cl5Y0vv1ziJg Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/judy-wong-650a5741/  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Judywongmakeupartist/  Other A Lust for Life Article: https://www.alustforlife.com/voice/personal-stories/through-the-kalidescope-lens-of-life  First Dates Ireland 2022 Clip: https://www.youtube.com/shorts/Y4r1Ry8tEHg Fashionista Judy: A week in my wardrobe https://www.image.ie/style/judy-wong-a-week-in-my-wardrobe-727898

This week Ryan went behind the scenes of First Dates Ireland with Producers, Karla Zambra & Clare Ridge, David Grann spoke about his new book 'The Wager', Ryan got a snippet of new play ‘The Asylum Workshop' from Evie O'Brien & Kevin Maher, Aoibhin Sheils told us about the LCA programme and Simon Atkins joined Ryan for a chat

Ryan was joined in studio for a behind the scenes view of how First Dates Ireland works with two of its ‘matchmakers'. Producers Karla Zambra and Clare Ridge

Neil Kenna who you may know as the bartender from First Dates Ireland joined Alison to give his pro tips on being a standout dater on the show. First dates are coming back for their 8th season and looking for daters, particularly men to take part and potentially find their future spouse. For the full chat click the 'Play' button on this page.

beidh sí ar an chlár anocht agus comhrá aici i nGaeilge le fear a bhfuil sí ar choinne leis

So we all love First Dates Ireland yes?! And we have had guests who have been on the show, from Clodagh to Anthony to Niamh. But now we hear from the other side, the guy who hears and sees it all from a different perspective- Neil the bartender! He is here to spill the beans and remember, First Dates Ireland airs every Thursday on RTE Two at 9.30pm! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/nicola-b8/message

Aifric chats to Aisling & Ross to see how their date went last night on First Dates on RTE2!

First Dates Ireland is back on our screens tomorrow evening, with a host of new singletons set to take to the restaurant in the hope of finding romance. Alice Marr First Dates waitress spoke to Shane this morning on the return of the show.

First Dates Ireland is back on our screens tomorrow evening, with a host of new singletons set to take to the restaurant in the hope of finding romance. Alice Marr First Dates waitress spoke to Shane this morning on the return of the show.

First Dates Ireland star, and one of my very best friends, Caoimhe Baxter joined me for a bonus  episode of Finnterviews this week!We chatted about Caoimhe's journey from applying to First Dates jokingly one night after a few vinos during lockdown, to the exciting call back process,  nerve-wrecking pre-production process and of course the madness of the actual first date and everything that's came after!Follow Caoimhe:Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/caoimhebaxter/Twitter - https://twitter.com/caoimhebaxter98Follow Finnterviews:Instagram -  https://tinyurl.com/yat3odr6Twitter - https://tinyurl.com/yx99bz5sFacebook - https://tinyurl.com/yyz8betnYouTube -https://tinyurl.com/26prhdu6TikTok - https://tinyurl.com/e4aauezn

Linda Cullen, chief executive of COCO Content (makers of First Dates Ireland) and co-director of The 34th: The Story of Marriage Equality in Ireland, and Sarah Durcan, associate director of Science Gallery International and a lead organiser of the Waking the Feminists movement, discuss their careers and the roles they've played in working towards a more equal Ireland. Plus Valéria Aquino, integration officer at the Immigrant Council of Ireland, offers advice for employers on how to foster inclusivity in the workplace.  #HowIDidIt is sponsored by Glandore.

Description: Coach JV, John Vasquez is best known for being a social media star with over 1 million followers across TikTok, YouTube and Instagram. However, what some may not know about this internet sensation is that he had a very dark and depressing past. JV, found himself in a very dark place back in 2006, so much so that his depression led him to attempt to take his own life. However, now in 2022, life couldn't be any different for the former banker turned online coach. He first rose to fame on TikTok after joining the social media platform during the 2020 Covid-19 outbreak. The entrepreneur and online coach who runs the 3T Warrior Academy, began making TikTok videos with his daughter, but never expected to build such a massive audience. Coach JV now finds himself running his own 7 figure companies, he has amassed over one million followers from his heartfelt and helpful videos and most importantly of all, he has the freedom to spend his time how he chooses, which often involves as much quality time as possible with his children. Not alone this but he also dedicates his time to helping others who might be where he once was in life, to achieve their own freedom and happiness. Martin Eastwood is an Award Winning Entrepreneur, Investor & a familiar face from many well-known Irish & UK TV shows. After spending some of his younger years working in the music industry, Martin entered the public spotlight for the first time when he appeared as a contestant on The X Factor UK in 2012. In the years that followed, Martin turned his sole focus to entrepreneurship, following on from starting multiple businesses during his childhood. In July of 2015, he launched his company Wide Variety Entertainment. The company now comes in two parts Wide Variety Media - which specialises in marketing and social media for global businesses and brands. And Wide Variety Events - which provides services for small to large scale events across Ireland. In his videos and speaking engagements, Martin regularly discusses topics such as business, self-confidence, overcoming fear & failure and reaching your potential. He has spoken to in person audiences in excess of 9,000 people at a time and his work has been viewed collectively more than 10,000,000 times from people all around the world. In 2019, he starred in the TV show First Dates Ireland on RTE 2. Martin was also interviewed by Ryan Tubridy on The Late Late Show on RTÉ One.

Cooper and Oonagh from iRadio in the Morning chatted to Mateo from First Dates Ireland. First Dates Ireland airs Thursdays 9:30pm on RTÉ2 & RTÉ Player & applications are now open for the next series of First Dates Ireland at www.cococontent.ie/firstdates Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Joe chats to UL lecturer in linguistics Dr. Elaine Vaughan and Dr. Brian Clancy from Mary I about research they have been doing in relation to language in First Dates Ireland See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Effy Murphy tells PJ Coogan how she got on, gives a bit of behind the scenes goss and more! See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Welcome back ladies!! Oh how we've missed you all

Bryan tells Krissy about a woman in N.Y. suing Kellogg Pop Tart for lack of nutritional value. He recalls a time he should have sued for food related trauma and they wonder what kind of meat in Subway meat. Then they review some dating rules from the 1950's and are reminded that even 70 years ago "Hey!" was not a great pick-up line. Finally, it's a Love Connection date Chuck Woolery won't soon forget as Bryan tells Hoadley about his womanly legs!LINKS:Want a TCB limited edition collectible sticker? Each series sticker is limited and first come, first serve. Click HERE to find out how!Send us show ideas, comments, questions  or hate mail by texting us or leaving a voicemail at 1-661-Best-2-Yo (1.661.237.8296)Watch Us on YouTubeTCB Live On Fireside AppAll Sponsor Codes & Links Get A Free DOZEN Tamales From Texas Lone Star Tamales (Use Code TCB at Checkout)Streamlight Lending By SunTrust Bank (Use Code TCB for additional interest savings)BeachBound is beach focused vacation travel planning agency...online!Special Thanks:Special Thanks To Moon Cheese For The Snacks! Use Code TCB For 15% Off Moon Cheese Products...Click HereSpecial Thanks To Project Pollo Our Vegan Burgers!Studio Snacks Provided By Siete Chips! (Try The Fuego Flavor!)Castbox is the TCB publishing partner . Download The App Here!New Episodes on Tuesdays and now Fridays everywhere you listen to podcasts!1-(661)-BEST-2-YO  |  (1-661-237-8296)

Are you sick of online dating? Maybe the old panny-d has poured cold water on your love life? [audio mp3="https://media.radiocms.net/uploads/2021/07/12123215/FirstDates_1207.mp3"][/audio] How about putting your trust in the hands of the people who have paired over 500 daters on this island alone? The team at First Dates Ireland are looking for new daters for their upcoming series, and they want to hear from you. Producer Laura Greene joined Dermot and Dave to explain what they're looking for, and revealed some behind the scenes gossip! You can catch the chat by clicking play in the post. 

First Dates Ireland couple, Carla and Shez who met on the show last October announced they're engagement last week. They joined Kathryn in studio for a chat.

This week, we talk about Camelia's  experience on First Dates Ireland.Also, FREE PALESTINE! As always, you can email us your questions, secrets  & stories at wejustmetpodcast@gmail.comPlease rate, subscribe and leave a review if you like what we do.It helps more than you know!  You can also follow us on all the socials. By just clicking here!NSFOM: Not Safe For Our Moms (to listen to)Prod by Danya VodovoxRoyalty free musichttps://danyavodovoz.bandcamp.com/

There was an interesting conversation on Newstalk Breakfast this morning, with Jamie Harrington, who appeared on last night's episode of First Dates Ireland, who said that he has experienced discrimination because he is from Ballymun.   Do we have a type of post code classism here in Ireland?   Have you ever experienced discrimination based on where you are from?  Andrea spoke with listeners who grew up with the stigma of where they're from. Listen and subscribe to Lunchtime Live on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts and Spotify.      Download, listen and subscribe on the Newstalk App.     You can also listen to Newstalk live on newstalk.com or on Alexa, by adding the Newstalk skill and asking: 'Alexa, play Newstalk'.

This week we talk about valentine's day, weird gifts, bad break ups & even worse liars.Since the finale of First Dates Ireland was pushed to  May 6th, we will be covering Camelia's time on First Dates on the next episode, but join us this thursday at 9:30 pmas we will be watching First Dates together and reacting LIVE as Camelia puts her foot in her mouth, as always. https://www.instagram.com/wejustmet.pod/?hl=en First Dates Ireland is on RTE2, Thursday, May 6th 2021 at 9:30pm. (Let's hope they don't cancel again!)As always, you can email us your questions, secrets & stories atwejustmetpodcast@gmail.comand follow us on Twitter https://twitter.com/wejustmetpodPlease rate, subscribe and leave a review if you like what we do.It helps more than you know.Thank you so much!NSFOM: Not Safe For Our Moms (to listen to)Prod by Danya VodovoxRoyalty free musichttps://danyavodovoz.bandcamp.com/

Our first week of Ramadan, our first iftar together & our first impromptu Burrito Erotica! ALSO, Camelia will be appearing on First Dates Ireland  this Thursday, April 29th at 9:30pm on RTE2 & later on, on RTE player. We will watch it live on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/wejustmet.pod/?hl=en  so log on to watch it with us and watch us watch it! As always, you can email us your questions, secrets & stories atwejustmetpodcast@gmail.comand follow us on Twitter https://twitter.com/wejustmetpodPlease rate an subscribe and leave a review if you like what we do. It helps more than you know. Thank you so much! SFOM: Safe For Our Moms (to listen to)Prod by Danya VodovoxRoyalty free musichttps://danyavodovoz.bandcamp.com/

Joe chats to Muireann Casey who is from Cork and studying at UL about why she decided to go on First Dates Ireland this year See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

If you have seen this year's First Dates Ireland, you'll remember Anthony. He was so nervous, he was visibly shaking before his date with Mandy. But he is here to tell us how it impacted his life since. AND we answer a listener's dilemma! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/nicola-b8/message

Orla hears more about the importance of connection for your mental health, how one Tipperary man got on on First Dates Ireland and the Waterford primary school students helping to clean our environment, one piece of litter at a time.

Former Big Brother star Hughie Maughan is looking for love and he is hoping the First Dates Ireland restaurant can help, he chats to Louise all about his expierence in the First Dates restaurant. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Hunky Dory tasting session, Jaffa Cakes and First Dates Ireland parody! See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Ray and Laura had a phone date with First Dates Ireland maître d' Mateo Saina, snow was a no show and Ray's a Dance Monkey.

Going on a blind date is terrifying at the best of time but imagine meeting at opposite ends of a large table, masked up and on camera. There's some very brave folk taking part in First Dates Ireland this year! But how do you make a dating show in the midst of a pandemic? Linda Cullen, producer of First Dates Ireland joined Dermot and Dave to explain the long process behind getting it to our screens. [audio mp3="https://media.radiocms.net/uploads/2021/02/11130214/LindaCullen_FirstDates_1102.mp3"][/audio]

Even a pandemic won't stop Irish singletons on their quest for romance! First Dates Ireland is back on our screens this week and it is all shot under Covid-19 guidelines. For example, the tables will be two metres long, which can only add to the awkwardness. For Maria's Telly, Producer Maria Devereux told Dermot and Dave whats on the telly this week and there is loads for you to get stuck into, including a very spooky Netflix documentary. You can listen to the full chat below:  [audio mp3="https://media.radiocms.net/uploads/2021/02/08122353/MariasTelly_0802.mp3"][/audio]

--Source-- First Dates Ireland. Check YouTube Channel for link. Instagram/YouTube/Streaming Services: Dating and Development. E-mail: datinganddevelopment@gmail.com --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/dating-and-dev/message

Jess Collins Stand Up Comedian on the Dublin circuit when there's no pandemic. Jess & I had a great chat about her experience on First Dates Ireland back in February, we spoke about battling mental health during this pandemic. Check her out on Insta

Joe chats to Lorraine O’Connell from First Dates Ireland and Personal development and relationship consultant Catherine McGeachy about how the pandemic has affected our friendships See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

The new new season of First Dates Ireland is going to look very different. The makers of the TV show have announced a new set of strict rules that will need to be followed ahead of the filming of the new season of the RTÉ show. The rules states that contestants are now allowed to kiss eachother, no matter how well the dates does. Furthermore, they will not be allowed touch eachother and stay two meters apart. The rules are to prevent any outbreak of Covid-19 among cast members during the filming of the show. One of the producers involved told Today FM that the team are looking at how other countries are making the format work, and that they are evening looking at perspex screens for the "reveal" scene at the end of each date. Hillary O'Donovan from Coco Content, the makers of the TV show - joined Dermot & Dave this morning to chat about the new seaosn. Hit play on the podcast in full to hear just how it's all going to work. [audio mp3="https://media.radiocms.net/uploads/2020/08/14125858/FirstDatesIreland_Aug14.mp3"][/audio]

The producers of First Dates Ireland have banned hugging & kissing in the upcoming RTE series to prevent the spread of Covid 19. Or do you miss hugging and kissing when you meet up with friends and people you love? Maybe you’ve gotten used to the lack of contact?  Or maybe you’re not a hugger and the current climate is a welcome break from unwanted contact? Susan hears from listeners Photo by Artem Beliaikin from Pexels Listen and subscribe to Lunchtime Live on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts and Spotify.      Download, listen and subscribe on the Newstalk App.    You can also listen to Newstalk live on newstalk.com or on Alexa, by adding the Newstalk skill and asking: 'Alexa, play Newstalk'.

Joe Nash speaks to Matchmaker Sharon Kenny and Limerick's Lorraine O'Connell of First Dates Ireland fame about the future of dating in a global pandemic... See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Professional funny man and actor (plus baker) Edwin Sammon presents the first episode of his solo podcast. Ed is well known as a stand up comedian, podcaster and actor and now turns his hand to monologuing alone in a room due to the global pandemic. Subjects are rambling, unstructured and hilarious including a discussion of the aesthetic nature of testicles and his experience on First Dates Ireland, Ed also coins the phrase "mental distancing".

Prof Samuel McConkey says Covid-19 could be here for years, First Dates Ireland's Clodagh Warne has a heck of a story including dropping 8 stone and taking up Mixed Martial Arts. James Power, our young boxer hero sets his sights on the States. And more.... See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Damien features on tonight's episode of First Dates Ireland. He spoke to Jen about how he went on the hit show to get over the heartbreak of separating from his wife of four years. He lived in LA for six years to become a hairdresser has had a hugely eventful life including his play making it on Broadway.

It’s Brexit Day and Will Faulkner is joined by Mairead McGuinness MEP for Midlands/North West and UK Labour Councillor Olivia Rowley plus a 76 year old Lorraine Dormer, from Tullamore shares her experience of taking part in First Dates Ireland.

First Dates Ireland sketch, Mateo from First Dates interview and Instagrand! See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

This week, the guys address some feedback from their debut episode and properly introduce themselves. Alex talks about his experience being on the reality show, First Dates Ireland, and Max discusses Twitter trolls and his recent experience being one. They talk about understanding your body as you age into your 20s, knowing when you’re too drunk, and just not being the same athletes they once were in their prime. They bring on a call-in guest, Bryan, who is (assistant to the) financial controller of something-something in the U.S. and they chat about moving in with your significant other, destination weddings, and of course, sh*tting yourself. They finish it off with some drunken wisdom – an idea is only an idea until you do it. Whatever it is that you are passionate about, stop thinking about it and just go out there and do it.

You've just had dinner in a restaurant. The food was only luke warm. The waiter comes round and asks "How was everything?" and you say "Everything was lovely, thank you".You're at the hairdressers. Your hair is a lot shorter than you asked for. The hairdresser holds up the mirror and asks "Do you like it?" and you reply "I love it, thank you".Do either of these situations sound familiar to you? What is it with the Irish and complaining? Is it something we're genetically incapable of doing? Or, have we moved past the stereotype? Joe is joined in studio by Executive chef for the Strand Hotel, Tom Flavin, Limerick woman Lorraine O'Connell of First Dates Ireland fame and UL student Rachel Butler to discuss this further.. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

On this week's episode of The Telly Show, Fiona Flynn has a chat with First Dates Ireland's maitre d' Mateo and waiter Pete. They talk about what it's really like to work on the show, revealing everything from how they deal with no-shows to managing unrealistic expectations and how they always know the genuine daters looking for love from the not-so-genuine.

In this weeks episode we have a catch up after the Christmas break. We here about Dan's upcoming appearance on First Dates Ireland, his trip to RTE to meet with Ryan Tubridy on the Late Late Show, more from the Europe and the youth.

Paudgie, Crossy meets Sam Jackson, the return of First Dates Ireland!

Following a challenging year writer Nicola Pierce got the all-clear fron cancer recently - today Nicola returned to Late Lunch to reflect and look forward. Cian Cooney got more than he bargained for on First Dates Ireland!!! Body Builder Maeve Kavanagh is looking forward to settling back into life in Perth. Siobhan O'Neill -White from mams.ie was revealed as our third participant in Lose Weight Feel Great 2019. While Niall Hatch from Birdwatch Ireland was his usual brilliant self as he and Gerry talked about murmurations, corncrakes and the Garden Bird Survey. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

What's the worst date you've ever been on? Ethan Miles, the barman with the beard tells Cormac about some of his awkward ones and reveals whether or not the beard will be making a return for the next season. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

You'll find Shawna Scott's shop online at Sex Siopa; follow her on Twitter, Instagram and Facebook and check out her newly set up Instagram for her wedding celebrant business.   This episode of How to be Sound is sponsored by Siopaella. Get 15% off their Siopaedit and Siopahome ranges with the code "rosemary". Valid until September 30th 2018.   If you're buying from Amazon, I would really appreciate it if you'd use my affiliate link. It helps support what I do and costs you nothing extra! Same goes for Asos...    AND if you're super generous, support me on Patreon! It's basically a type of crowd-funding site that allows you to put your money where your "likes" are; if you like the content I'm making, please consider giving a small amount ($1) every month to help fund it. (If you donate at the $6.66 per month level, you'll get an extra How to be Sound minisode over on Patreon for your listening pleasure.)   You can follow me on all of my social media handles @rosemarymaccabe and you can even subscribe to my newsletter (my ideas are new and intriguing). Thank you so much for listening to How to be Sound. Please take some time to rate and/or review on iTunes; it helps other people who might like it to find How to be Sound!   Producer extraordinaire Liam Geraghty's Meet Your Maker is also well worth a listen.   See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

He may not have found love on First Dates Ireland recently, but Paddy Smyth did win the hearts of the nation. The 28-year-old trended on Twitter during, and after, the show and has since begun presenting a slot on TV3’s 6 o’clock show. Paddy was already a star before all this though, having amassed a huge Snapchat following documenting his day-to-day life living with Cerebral Palsy with his now signature candour and humour. On this podcast, Paddy told Róisín Ingle about his 'almost famous' moment, making it down to the last twenty for Big Brother during its heyday on Channel 4. He also spoke about dating with a disability, why it's important to highlight the fun aspects of being disabled, and why no gay teenager should ever come out to their parents the way he did. For more #DisabledLife follow Paddy @paddyysmyth

It seems like there's a Wednesday every Wednesday, and with that comes a new podcast! This week the lads were joined, for the fourth time, by the Servant of the State and (Probable) Super Spy Eoghan Courtney (@EWCourtney) for chats on the Inauguration on Supreme Leader Trump and First Dates Ireland! They also discuss the new HBO sensation, The Young Pope, have a massive discussion on Mixed Martial Arts, Talk about Joooooee Duffyyyy, and a proper philosophical conundrum, is a hot dog a sandwich?

This week on the award winning WTSpod Danny & Mero welcome author and film producer, Paul Fischer, to the podcast to discuss the maddest country on the planet, North Korea.  Paul's book "A Kim Jong Il Production: The extraordinary true story of a kidnapped film maker, his star actress and a young dictators rise to fame." documents the story of a set of daring kidnappings by the secretive state all in a bid to create some block buster movies in the name of North Korea.  The story of Choi Eun Hee, South Korea's most famous actress and her ex-husband, Shin Sang-OK has become the stuff of legend. Even today some people in South Korea don't believe it happened, and Paul explains the lengths he had to go to to convince Choi to meet him as she feared the North trying to take her once again.  From talking about the story in a pub to actually visiting the isolated country and being a tourist in Pyongyang, Paul Fischer's story and book can't be missed.  On top of this we have Mero talking about his recent experience of Darkness into Light and Danny has been trying to get Mero on First Dates Ireland.  Remember to rate, review, subscribe and share the love.  

We're back for episode 25! Topics on the docket tonight include Halloween, pumpkin comparisons, Spectre, movie reviews, First Dates Ireland, whiskey tasting and more. But could there be some Culture Cracks beginning to appear in the pod?