Podcasts about fleadh

Caolán Barron, whose family run the Sky and Ground Pub in Wexford town, explains how he got Ed Sheeran playing the pub during the Fleadh. Photo credit: Mark Surridge

We're joined live in studio by Labhras Ó Murchú, Ard Stiúrthóir of Fleadh Cheoil na hÉireann. A central figure in championing Irish traditional music and culture, Labhras shares his insights on what makes the Fleadh so special, how it continues to evolve, and the powerful role it plays in connecting communities across generations.

The heart of Wexford was alive with music, pride, and community spirit as Fleadh Cheoil 2025 officially got underway. I was down on the quay for the opening ceremony—here's a full recap of the speeches, the sounds, and the standout moments that launched this week-long celebration of Irish tradition in unforgettable style.

With the Fleadh in full swing, Sergeant Eddie Wilde joins us to talk through the Gardaí's policing operation for the festival, how to spot and avoid a new banking scam doing the rounds, and a reminder about road safety across Wexford—especially with busy towns, beach traffic, and distracted driving on the rise.

Principal of Banogue National School Sheila Cagney and 12-year-old Jamie Hehir of Castleconnell Ahane Herberstown Comhaltas join Gillian to talk about the All Ireland Fleadh. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

As excitement builds in Wexford for Fleadh Cheoil na hÉireann 2025, local TD George Lawlor joins us amid the preparations. We caught up with him on the ground to hear his thoughts on the impact of the Fleadh, community involvement, and what this major event means for the town.

Breda Cahill, President of the Wexford Federation and Chair of the ICA Climate Action & Sustainability Committee, joins us to discuss the vibrant yarn bombing on the quay, a creative and inspiring initiative by the ICA ahead of this year's Fleadh. Breda shares how this project combines art, community spirit, and sustainability.

As Wexford Town gears up to host Fleadh Cheoil na hÉireann this August, all eyes are on the talented musicians representing County Clare. From Broadford to Lisdoonvarna and Drumquin, Clare's rich musical heritage is alive and well in the hands of rising stars and seasoned performers alike. Brian Cavanagh and Sinéad Mulqueen (Broadford), Bethan Marsh (Lisdoonvarna), and Tim Howard (Drumquin) are the names carrying Clare's musical torch as they compete for a coveted place in the All-Ireland finals.

With Fleadh Cheoil na hÉireann just around the corner, excitement is rippling through Wexford once again. Back-to-back hosting duties speak volumes about the town's vibrant culture and community spirit. Eddie Taaffe, Chief Executive of Wexford County Council, joins us to share what's in store—from street sessions to logistical plans—and why Wexford continues to shine on the national stage.

As the Bank Holiday weekend approaches and Wexford gears up for the Fleadh, Sergeant Margo Kennedy joins us for the latest Garda update. We cover important reminders about road safety, concerns around vandalism, a witness appeal, and how Gardaí are preparing to keep everyone safe during one of the county's biggest events of the year.

This year's Fleadh has something truly special in store for dance lovers. Michael Donnellan, two-time World Champion and the creative force behind Danceperados of Ireland joins us ahead of their rare Irish performance in Wexford. We talk tradition, choreography, and what audiences can expect when rhythm and storytelling collide on stage.

Fáilte ar ais chuig eagrán nua de Ar An Lá Seo ar an 18ú lá de mí Iúil, liomsa Lauren Ní Loingsigh. I 1970 tháinig sé amach go mbeadh an phraghas de bheoir agus biotáille chun dul suas. I 1991 fuair duine 380 míle punt de bharr gur chúisigh duine iad go raibh siad ag gadaíocht siopa. I 2001 bhí daoine I nDurlas ag iarradh milliúin punt a bhailiú don Cathedral of the Assumption. An plean a bhí ann ná chun a lán slí a chuir amach ionas go mbeadh daoine ábalta airgead a thabhairt ó dhochar díreach agus geall. I 2009 bhí Ros Cré an áit chun a bheith don deireadh seachtain de bharr go raibh sé lán de cheoil agus siamsaíocht ar na sráid agus sna teach tábhairne. Bhí an bhaile mar óstach don tríú huair do Fleadh na Mumhan agus bhí sé ócáid mhór sa chontae. Sin Bryan Adams le Everything I Do I Do It For You – an t-amhrán is mó ar an lá seo I 1991. Ag lean ar aghaidh le nuacht cheoil ar an lá seo I 1992 phós Bobby Brown agus Whitney Houston ina eastát I New Jersey. Chaith sí gúna leis an chostas 40 míle dollar. Bhí daoine ann cosúil le Stevie Wonder, Gloria Estefan, Natalie Cole, Patti LaBelle agus Freddie Jackson. Rinne sí iarratas ar cholscaradh I 2006. I 2001 tháinig an bhanna cheoil Kiss amach le táirge eile darbh ainm Kiss Kasket. Bhí sé cónra le haghaidh de na baill den bhanna ceoil air, bhí an lógó Kiss air agus na bhfocail Kiss Forever air. Fuair giotáraí Dimebag Darrell ón bhanna ceoil Pantera bás I 2004 agus fuair sé ceann agus cuireadh é faoi thalamh. Agus ar deireadh breithlá daoine cáiliúla ar an lá seo rugadh Nelson Mandela san Afraic Theas I 1918 agus rugadh aisteoir Kristen Bell I Meiriceá ar an lá seo I 1980 agus seo chuid de na rudaí a rinne sí. Beidh mé ar ais libh an tseachtain seo chugainn le heagrán nua de Ar An Lá Seo. Welcome back to another edition of Ar An Lá Seo on the 18th of July, with me Lauren Ní Loingsigh 1970: the price of beer and spirits were to be increased sharply. 1991: there was a £380,000 award for shoplifting slur which shocked stores. 2001 - An ambitious £1 million fundraising plan for the restoration of the Cathedral of the Assumption in Thurles. The plan, which seeks extensive support from the general public, offers a number of alternatives to people wishing to contribute to the fund, ranging from direct debits to direct donations and pledges.  2009 - Roscrea was the place to be for the weekend with music and entertainment lining the streets and pubs. For the third time in its history, the town would host the Munster Fleadh, one of the most prestigious events on the Irish cultural calendar.  That was Bryan Adams with (Everything I Do) I Do It For You – the biggest song on this day in 1991 Onto music news on this day In 1992 Bobby Brown married Whitney Houston at her New Jersey estate who was dressed in a $40,000 Marc Bouwer wedding gown. Those in attendance included Stevie Wonder, Gloria Estefan, Natalie Cole, Patti LaBelle and Freddie Jackson. After years of making tabloid headlines, she would file for divorce in September, 2006. 2001 Kiss added another product to their ever-growing merchandising universe: the "Kiss Kasket." The coffin featured the faces of the four founding members of the band, the Kiss logo and the words "Kiss Forever." Pantera guitarist Dimebag Darrell was buried in one after he was shot and killed on-stage in Dec 2004 And finally celebrity birthdays on this day – Nelson Madela was born in South Africa in 1918 and actress Kristen Bell was born in America on this day in 1980 and this is some of the stuff she has done. I'll be back with you next week with another edition of Ar An Lá Seo.

At the heart of Wexford's creative scene, Bui Bolg is bringing a beloved symbol of last year's Fleadh to life – a handcrafted oak harp that will stand as a permanent tribute to the festival's legacy. I visited the workshop to chat with Eimear Kennedy, George Lawlor, Mark Carey, and artist James Stafford about the build, the artwork, and the meaning behind this stunning piece of public art.

No Economic Block on Irish UnityIn recent years there have been encouraging signs of growing support for Irish unity in successive electoral results, demographic changes, contributions from civic society, in opinion polling and in public commentary. Unsurprisingly, any debate on unity quickly focuses on practical issues like the economic viability of a united Ireland as well as on the future of a health and care system, governance structures, education, the environment and other matters.Sinn Féin's Commission on the Future of Ireland recently held a successful conference examining the issue of health in a new Ireland and the party produced a widely welcomed health and care document looking to a future all-island model. It is available at  https://sinnfein.ie/the-case-for-an-irish-national-health-and-care-service/And now we have the report by Professor John Doyle of Dublin City University – ‘The Projected Public Finances of the Early Years of a United Ireland, and the Northern Ireland Subvention.' The report is the product of joint research by Dublin City University and Ulster University's Economic Policy Centre. It succeeds in cutting through much of the jargon associated with economics to present a cogent explanation of the economic benefits of a united Ireland.The Future of the GPOMicheál Martin's ten-year plan for the GPO site in Dublin is shameful. His effort to sell the plan as a flagship project for Dublin City Centre, that will protect the historic and cultural significance of the GPO, was described by the Irish Times as “vague and ill-defined.” Mary Lou McDonald and others have been much more vocal and direct in their condemnation of the government's plans. Martin's proposal, for example, that the upper floors of the GPO will be turned into office space, makes no sense when much of the available office space in central Dublin is currently unused and vacant.The reality is that the GPO holds a special place in the nation's soul. It may have been a Post Office for all of its two hundred years but it is more than just another of those Dublin buildings that reflect the capitals colonial past. It is acknowledged by generations of Irish people as the birthplace of the Republic, as envisaged in the Proclamation. For over one hundred years it has symbolised the hopes, aspirations and vision of that historic document and of the courage of the men and women who risked everything in April 1916.World Premier in Galway of ‘A Ballymurphy Man'This weekend I will be in Galway for the 37th annual international Galway Film Fleadh/Festival. The Fleadh runs for a week every July.  This year it's between 8 July and 13 July. It was established in 1989 as a place for Irish filmmakers to exhibit their work to their peers.  This year it will host World, International and Irish Premieres in the Town Hall Theatre and Pálás Cinema.It will feature 31 World Premieres, 11 International/European Premieres and 46 Irish Premieres from 44 countries, featuring 96 feature films in totalJoin the campaign to “Save the GPO”. Sign the petition which calls for the development of a 1916 Cultural Quarter in the area around the GPO, O'Connell Street and Moore Street and the implementation of the Moore Street Preservation Trust plan. We must fight to save the GPO together.Sign the petition here:

Welcome to this very special episode of Rick's Rambles! In just a few short weeks, we'll be heading to Wexford, Ireland, where Holly and the Indianapolis Ceili Band will proudly represent Indiana at the 2025 Fleadh Cheoil – the world's largest celebration of traditional Irish music.

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From all over Munster - THEY'RE COMING!!! Incredible musicians, singers, dancers and storytellers, performing and competing for the Munster titles and coveted All-Ireland Qualifiers! Ger O Driscoll, Chairperson of Fleadh Cheoil Na Mumhan, spoke to Elmarie Mawe. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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We are delighted to be partnering with the Galway Film Fleadh to bring you a series of podcasts spotlighting filmmakers whose work is screening at this year's festival. In this podcast Gemma Creagh talks to Gar O'Rourke, Director of Sanatorium, which screens at this year's festival. And introducing Fleadh programmer Holly Buckley, who casts an eye over the programme. The Galway Film Fleadh runs 8-13 July 2025. On the outskirts of Odesa, stands Kuyalnyk Sanatorium. Each summer, thousands of Ukrainians come here, drawn by Soviet-era therapies and the chance to relax beside the salt lake. The biggest attraction though, is the mysterious black mud, said to cure infertility, physical disabilities and other ailments. Sanatorium takes us through a summer season at this place, following the staff as they work hard to provide care, comfort, and entertainment for visitors – even with the war nearby. For the guests, it's a time to seek healing, love and renewal. Despite the airstrikes close by, there's something about the pastel pink and lime green halls of the sanatorium that keeps pulling people back. Sanatorium screens on 11th July at 15:30 at the Town Hall Theatre as part of Galway Film Fleadh 2025.

As part of Newstalk's Summer Tour, The Hard Shoulder is live from Wexford today!Joining Kieran to kick off the day, and discuss what makes Wexford so special is Paul Walsh from WexWalks Tours, Labour Councillor Vicky Barron and Chairperson of the Fleadh and CE of Wexford County Council, Eddie Taaffe.

Socks in the Frying Pan are back! The traditional trio from Ennis are coming off the back of another sold out tour of the US and the success of their latest, fifth studio album, Waiting for Inspiration. The lads are preparing to play a special show at Glór this Saturday, the 31st of May at 8pm as part of Fleadh Nua in the County Town. Aodán Coyne, Shane Hayes and Fiachra Hayes joined Alan Morrissey live in-studio on Thursday's Morning Focus. Photo(C): Clare FM

The contribution of the late Frank Custy to the cultural life of county Clare and beyond will be remembered in a special tribute concert which promises to be one of the highlights of this year's Fleadh Nua in Ennis. The 2025 Fleadh Nua in Ennis, which runs from the 24th of May until the 2nd of June, will see a host of concerts, céilís, music sessions, CD launches, recitals, sean-nós dancing, and lively street performances taking place around the county town. This includes the tribute concert to the late Frank Custy, which will be held at Glór on Sunday, the 1st of June. To find out more on this Alan Morrissey was joined by Frank Whelan, Chairman of the Fleadh Nua Committee.

Stiofán Seoige, coiste Baa Fleadh ag labhairt faoi na himeachtaí a bhhéas ar bun acu ag an deireadh seachtaine.

Labhrás Ó Murchú, Ard-Stiúrthóir of Comhaltas, talking about the highly anticipated return of Fleadh Cheoil na hÉireann to Wexford in 2025. Labhrás shares what this major celebration of Irish music and culture means for the county, the country, and the generations keeping the tradition alive.

Fáilte ar ais chuig eagrán nua de Ar An Lá Seo ar an 10ú lá de mí Aibreán, liomsa Lauren Ní Loingsigh. I 1981 thug an ghrúpa gallaher timpeall 10 milliún punt do shuíomh a bhí 41 acra timpeall Stephen's Green. I 2009 bhí clann timpeall an tír ábalta nach mór 500 euro gach mí a shábháil ar an teach de bharr gur thit praghsanna go mór I 75 bhliain. I 2012 bhí gnólacht ó Ros Cré ar Dragon's Den. Tháinig Graham Kenny agus a bean chéile suas le gnólacht chun fráma a chuir timpeall a chéad bhróga bábóg. Tháinig siad suas leis an smaoineamh I 2001. I 2014 tháinig an nuacht amach san Aonach Urmhumhan go raibh siad chun óstach a dhéanamh ar an Fleadh Cheoil I 2015. Is imeacht é a raibh seachtain ar fhad agus cheap na ndaoine a raibh ina chónaí sa bhaile go mbeadh níos mó ná 20,000 duine breise sa bhaile. Sin Flo Rida agus Kesha le Right Round – an t-amhrán is mó ar an lá seo I 2009. Ag lean ar aghaidh le nuacht cheoil ar an lá seo I 1985 thosaigh Madonna a chéad cheolchoirm I Meiriceá Thuaidh – chan sí trí oíche sa Paramount Theatre I Washington. D'oscail The Beastie Boys do Madonna ar an turas seo. I 2019 chuaigh Billie Eilish chuig barr na cairteacha sa Bhreatain lena chéad albam When We All Fall Asleep, Where Do We Go? Bhí sí an cailín is óige chun shroich uimhir a haon lena chéad albam sa Bhreatain. I 2020 ag na Grammys bhuaigh sí Albam den bhliain, agus Amhrán den bhliain lena amhrán Bad Guy – agus I bhfad níos mó. Agus ar deireadh breithlá daoine cáiliúla ar an lá seo rugadh aisteoir David Harbour I Nua Eabhrac I 1975 agus rugadh amhránaí Sophie Ellis Bextor sa Bhreatain ar an lá seo I 1979 agus seo chuid de a amhrán. Beidh mé ar ais libh amárach le heagrán nua de Ar An Lá Seo. Welcome back to another edition of Ar An Lá Seo on the 10th of April, with me Lauren Ní Loingsigh 1981: The gallaher group paid an estimated 10 million pounds for a 41 acre site adjoining stephens green in one of irelands biggest property deals. 2009: Families were able to save up to €500 a month on their household spending thanks to the biggest price drop in over 75 years. 2012 - A business that frames baby's first shoes based in Roscrea featured on RTE's 'Dragons' Den' Graham Kenny, a farmer all his life, set up a picture framing business, Framed Memories Forever, in 2001 with wife Cassandra, an artist and ballet teacher, as a source of off-farm income.  2014 - News broke that Nenagh was been chosen as the host town for the 2015 Munster Fleadh Cheoil. The week-long music event – the biggest of the provincial Fleadh gatherings, would attract as many as 20,000 visitors to Nenagh and its surrounds. It was the town's first time to host a Munster Fleadh.  That was Flo Rida and Kesha with Right Round– the biggest song on this day in 2009. Onto music news on this day In 1985, Madonna kicked off her very first North American tour by playing the first of three nights at the Paramount Theatre in Seattle, Washington. The Beastie Boys opened for Madonna on this 40-date Virgin Tour. In 2019, Billie Eilish was at No.1 on the UK chart with her debut studio album When We All Fall Asleep, Where Do We Go? It made Eilish the youngest female solo act to chart at No.1 in the UK. At the 2020 Grammy Awards, it won Album of the Year, Best Pop Vocal Album, while 'Bad Guy' from the album won Record of the Year. And finally celebrity birthdays on this day – actor David Harbour was born in New York in 1975 and singer Sophie Ellis Bextor was born in the UK in 1979 and this is one of her songs I'll be back with you tomorrow with another edition of Ar An Lá Seo.

Maura Bell, to tell us about the exciting news that accommodation for this year's Fleadh running from the 3rd to the 10th August is now open. She'll be sharing all the details on how you can book your stay and make the most of this fantastic event.

This summer, Vodafone boosted connectivity by placing temporary sites at ten major events across the country, including, Bloom, Kaleidoscope, Flavours of Fingal, All Together Now, Tullamore show, Moynalty Steam Threshing and Electric Picnic, as well as events within Malahide Castle. St Annes Park and Marlay Park, including Longitude Festival. Looking back at the traffic, the team at Vodafone saw that the network handled more than 140 terabytes (TB) of data, equivalent to about 11 years of streaming videos, and approximately 2 million voice calls, facilitating customers' need to stay connected and share their special moments. As anticipated, Electric Picnic struck a chord, amping up over 40% of the total data and dialling in over 50% of the total calls across these summer events. The recent Fleadh in Wexford, and Electric Picnic showcased an array of app usage among attendees, highlighting the evolving needs and interests of festival-goers. Not surprisingly for Ireland, weather apps were among the most popular. Approximately 40,000 Vodafone customers at the Fleadh and 50,000 at Electric Picnic checked in on the apps to stay informed about weather conditions. Map apps also played a crucial role, guiding around 50,000 Fleadh attendees and 45,000 Electric Picnic goers. Additionally, social media and communication apps like Facebook, WhatsApp, Instagram and TikTok saw substantial usage, enabling festival-goers to share their experiences and memories in real-time. In addition to summer events, Ireland welcomed global superstars Taylor Swift and Coldplay to our shores. Vodafone's network team prepared for uplifts in data traffic at these major concerts. At the Taylor Swift's shows, Vodafone recorded record-breaking data consumption at the Aviva, with traffic peaking each night the moment she took to the stage. Similarly, during Coldplay's performances, the network handled a significant increase in data usage, particularly on Sunday when Aslan made their first surprise appearance. The network upgrades across these events underscore Vodafone's commitment to delivering a reliable service. By effectively managing substantial data volumes and maintaining consistent connectivity, Vodafone has facilitated a seamless experience for their customers throughout the summer at multiple events. See more stories here.

http//www.copperplatemailorder.com                              Copperplate Time 480                     presented by Alan O'Leary                    www.copperplatemailorder.com  1. Bothy Band:  Green Groves/Flowers of Red Hill.   After Hours 2. Hill/Linnane/Molloy: Anderson's/ Carthy's/Sweeney's Dream.                Noel Hill & Tony Linnane 3. Leonard Barry: Tom Busby's/The Humours of Ballingarry.  Littoral4. James Keane: Paddy Taylor's/1st Month of Summer/Sporting Mollie.                     With Friends Like These 5. Paddy Taylor: Tairna Mhuigheo (Lord Mayo).  The Boy in the Gap 6. Des O'Halloran:  Sweet Iniscarra.  The Men from the Island 7. Tommy Keane & Jacqueline McCarthy:   Repeal of the Union/My Sweetheart Jane.  The Wind Among the Reeds8. Tommy McCarthy & Louise Costello:                 Ritchie Dwyer's/McFadden's Handsome Daughter.  Grace Bay9. Liz & Yvonne Kane:   The Policeman's Request/Julia Delaney's/The 13 Arches.  Side by Side10. Kevin Boyle: Linden Lea.    Private Recording 11. Carl Hession's Urnua:   Inisbofin.    Urnua 12. Niamh de Burca: The Banks of Sullane. Private Recording 13. Providence: The Road to Lisdoonvarna/Carthy's Reel/                   The Mermaid of Mullaghmore.  A Fig for a Kiss 14. Patsy Moloney: Johnny McGreevey's/Quill's Reel.                 The Temple in the Glen 15. Kevin Boyle:   # 1 Sardine.   Bon Cabbage 16. Ralph McTell:  In The Courthouse Now. Private Demo17. Des O'Halloran:  Say You Love Me. The Pound Road 18. Kevin Boyle/The Movies CB:  Bon Cabbage.  Bon Cabbage 19. Bothy Band:  Green Groves/Flowers of Red Hill.   After Hoursv

Comóradh an leath chéid den Fleadh Nua in Inis an tseachtain seo.

Pipes will be wailing and fiddles will be singing in Ennis all through this week as a much-loved traditional music festival celebrates a major milestone. This year marks the 50th anniversary of Fleadh Nua in the county town, which began last Saturday and will see a broad variety of musical events taking place right through to next Monday. Along with a jam-packed session trail, launches, talks and daily lunchtime concerts, the Kilfenora Céilí Band take to the stage in glór on Saturday night while Stockton's Wing follow suit on Sunday. Festival committee member and Ennis resident Micheál Ó Riabhaigh says participation and inclusion have always been central to the festival's ethos.

On Tuesday's Morning Focus, Alan Morrissey was joined by Diarmuid de Faoite, who discussed the upcoming Dúchas agus Dóchas performance taking place tomorrow, Wednesday 29th May. The Fleadh leg of the Dúchas agus Dóchas 2024 tour will come to the stage of Cois na hAbhna has been described as a “beautifully arranged, bilingual songline celebrating a 350-year journey through the hidden Irish language song tradition of County Clare and North Munster. From the last of the great bards to present-day composers," the concert will feature a host of fantastic musicians.