Podcasts about Gaeltacht

Dr. Conchubhar Ó Crualaoich, the Chief Placenames Officer at the Placenames Branch, Dept of Rural and Community Development and the Gaeltacht, shares some fascinating insights on the origins of Irish towns' names.

Minister of State at the Department of Tourism, Culture, Arts, Gaeltacht, Sport and Media, Charlie McConalogue is in the county today. His itinerary includes a visit to Tralee Sports and Leisure Centre which was badly damaged when a roof partially collapsed in January as a result of weather conditions. Some of the complex reopened at the end of March.

Sinn Féin's calling on a Clare TD to clarify claims in the Dáil that the British army never shot at or bombed Irish civilians "even in the worst of days". Meelick Fianna Fáil Deputy Cathal Crowe was speaking during a debate triggered by a motion brought forward by Labour on actions the Government can take in response to Israel's ongoing war on Gaza. According to London-based NGO Action on Armed Violence, at least 188 civilians were killed by the British military in Ireland during the Troubles alone, 86 of which had no obvious motive or pattern of killings. Sinn Féin TD spokesperson for Gaeilge, Gaeltacht, Arts and Culture, Aengus Ó Snodaigh TD, has called on Deputy Crowe to apologise and correct the record. Speaking in the Dáil Deputy Crowe said the level of violence against civilians in Gaza is unprecedented.

Tá clú agus cáil ar áilleacht chósta iarthar na hÉireann agus meallann sé turasóirí ó chian agus ó chóngar. Tá go leor daoine in Éirinn agus thar lear a bhfuil teach saoire acu sna ceantracha ghalánta seo, na Gaeltachtaí san áireamh. Ach leis na fadhbanna atá á gcruthú do dhaoine áitiúla de bharr na dtithe saoire seo, is léir go bhfuil práinn le cur leis an soláthar tithíochta fad-téarmacha do mhuintir na háite ar chósta na hÉireann. Labhair Colm Mac Eachmharcaigh, Oifigeach Pleanála Teanga i nGaeltacht Acla i gContae Mhaigh Eo faoi chás na Gaeltachta ansin. Foclóir Folamh: Empty Scaipthe amach: Spread out A mheas: Estimate Easpa tithíochta: A lack of housing Cothú: Cultivate Luach: Value Le dul i ngleic leis: To tackle or to address it Bagairt: Threat Tuairimí: Ideas Casta: Complex Muintir: Family or people Taobh Thiar: The west side Cíos: Rent Cothromaíocht: Balance Go buan: Permanently Tá siad ag cur fúthu sa Ghaeltacht: They're living in the Gaeltacht See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today, Leave No Trace Ireland launched its annual "Love This Place" campaign, calling on the public to come together to protect Ireland's rich natural landscapes, so we can all enjoy them responsibly as we head into the summer season. Now in its fifth year, the national awareness campaign is supported by partners including the Department of Rural and Community Development and the Gaeltacht, the Office of Public Works, Coillte, Sport Ireland, Waterways Ireland, Wicklow Co Council, Galway Co Council, Clare Co Council & Cork City Council - all dedicated to promoting responsible outdoor recreation and environmental stewardship. With more people than ever seeking connection with nature - through hiking, swimming, dog-walking and exploring - this year's "Love This Place" campaign reinforces the simple message: "If you love this place, leave no trace." The Need for Protection Ireland's great outdoors has seen a sharp rise in popularity in recent years, with over 98% of residents valuing time spent in nature. However, increased footfall has also brought challenges: trail erosion, littering, dog fouling, wildlife disturbance, and an increase in wildfires - 96% of which are linked to human activity. "Our message is clear," said Maura Kiely, CEO of Leave No Trace Ireland, "We all have a part to play in preserving the places and wildlife we love. This campaign invites everyone enjoying the outdoors this summer, from seasoned hikers to dog owners, to take simple, mindful steps to protect our natural landscapes." Campaign Highlights Throughout the summer, "Love This Place" will roll out: A digital storytelling campaign featuring voices from across Ireland: farmers, walkers, dog owners, and community groups. On-the-ground events and clean-up days coordinated with local authorities and environmental groups. Education initiatives and social media toolkits for influencers, schools, and tourism partners. Taking Action The "Love This Place" 2025 campaign shares three tangible actions for the public to take: Be responsible with your dog - Keep dogs on a lead, especially around farm animals and wildlife, and always clean up after them. Protect Wildlife and wild places - Bring all litter home, don't feed wild animals, and watch wildlife from a safe distance. Stay on the path - Stick to marked trails to avoid damaging habitats or disturbing animals, both seen and unseen. A Shared Responsibility "Our land is not just scenic - it's living," added Kiely. "It feeds us, shelters biodiversity, and connects our communities. Respecting it is not about restriction, but about care and responsibility. We're so grateful to the public and our partners for supporting "Love This Place" - we ask everyone to take action and join the movement because protecting the places we love means we can continue to enjoy them in the future." Speaking about the launch Dara Calleary TD. Minister for Social Protection and Minister for Rural and Community Development and the Gaeltacht said, "Ireland's natural heritage is one of our greatest assets - environmentally, culturally, and economically. The "Love This Place" campaign reminds us that with this privilege comes responsibility. By embracing the principles of Leave No Trace, we protect our landscapes and support efforts to tackle our declining biodiversity. Even small actions matter, helping us to work in greater harmony and building the resilience of nature across the country. I am proud to support this campaign and encourage everyone to play their part." To learn more or get involved, visit: www.leavenotraceireland.org/love-this-place

Róisín Ó Chinnéide, Advocacy Manager with Conradh na Gaeilge; Timmy Dooley, Minister of State at the Department of Agriculture; Darren O'Rourke, Sinn Féin TD for Meath East; Jen Cummins, Social Democrats TD for Dublin South-Central

Earlier this week, the Government approved plans for Ireland's Norman heritage to be celebrated as part of a European-wide cultural initiative called ‘2027 European year of the Normans' to mark the group's impact on western civilisation.But, not everyone is particularly happy with the idea of celebrating Ireland's 12th century invaders.Aengus Ó Snodaigh is Sinn Féin TD for Dublin South Central and the party's spokesperson on Gaeilge, Gaeltacht and the Arts and Culture. He joins Seán to discuss.Image: BBC History

Earlier this week, the Government approved plans for Ireland's Norman heritage to be celebrated as part of a European-wide cultural initiative called ‘2027 European year of the Normans' to mark the group's impact on western civilisation.But, not everyone is particularly happy with the idea of celebrating Ireland's 12th century invaders.Aengus Ó Snodaigh is Sinn Féin TD for Dublin South Central and the party's spokesperson on Gaeilge, Gaeltacht and the Arts and Culture. He joins Seán to discuss.Image: BBC History

Members of Gaeltacht community groups and Irish language campaigners have issued a stark warning. They say the lack of housing, and oversupply of short-term holiday lets in Gaeltacht areas, is displacing native Irish speakers from their home counties.As a result, many fluent Irish speakers, who seek to bring up their families fully immersed in the Irish language and return home to their native town lands or villages, are unable to find a place to live.Census data in recent years continues to how the language is in decline – the number of daily Irish speakers dropped from 36% to 33% between 2016 and 2022.And now, the housing crisis in the Gaeltacht is creating a linguistic and cultural crisis.Campaigners have repeatedly warned that without a national language, Ireland will lose a unique part of its heritage. As the familiar Irish proverb warns – Tír gan teanga, tír gan anam.Dr Lorcan Sirr, senior lecturer in housing at the Technological University Dublin, discusses how Airbnb landlords and holiday homeowners are squeezing native speakers out of Gaeltacht areas.And physiotherapist and Gaeltacht housing campaigner Adhna Ní Bhraonáin describes the real-life implications for native Irish speakers who cannot find a place to life.Presented by Sorcha Pollak. Produced by Suzanne Brennan. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Falling pupil numbers in rural schools is an issue in many pockets around the country - but the parents of one school in Connemara have come up with a novel idea to save the school. Our reporter Una Kelly was at the school today.

Patrick O'Donovan, Minister for Tourism, Culture, Arts, Gaeltacht, Sport and Media of Ireland discusses the news that RTÉ wrote down €3.6 million over partly-failed IT project.

Using class time to prepare kids for their sacraments, an invitation to Ursula von der Leyen to visit Cork, housing in Gaeltacht areas, Pope Francis' funeral, Garda File and pet advice with Jane Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Ireland South MEP Cynthia Ní Mhurchú chats to Patricia Messinger about housing in Gaeltacht areas Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The lack of housing for Irish speakers in Gaeltacht areas is getting worse and placing Irish as a living community language in jeopardy. That's according to a community campaign for housing in the Gaeltacht, BÁNÚ. Meanwhile Ireland South MEP Cynthia Ní Mhurchú, has said that the Gaeltacht will die if more planning permissions are not granted.

PJ chats with Christine from the Gaeltacht village of Cill na Martra near Macroom about her career so far and on appearing on the Mon Apr 7th episode of Cailíní Comhraic on RTE 1 at 8pm and of course on the RTE player Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

As the world continues to grapple following President Trump's announcement on tariffs, businesses are scrambling to keep customers and investors happy during the chaos. Tom Keogh, CEO of Keogh's Crisps urges that companies' businesses will need to look at other markets, but Government support is needed. Tom joined Pat on the show along with Darragh Calleary, Minister for Rural and Community Development the Gaeltacht and Social Protection.

Beidh pop up Gaeltacht i Bar Rua ar an deichiú lá de mhí Aibréain. Laura Ní Aoidhne faoi agallamh faoin ócáid.

If you open up Google Maps while you're driving through the Gaeltacht, you might notice that many of the place names are anglicised. Historian and Researcher at DCU Dr. Colm Mac Gearailt wants to change this situation, as he claims that it doesn't reflect the lived experience of those who reside there.He joins Seán to discuss.

If you open up Google Maps while you're driving through the Gaeltacht, you might notice that many of the place names are anglicised. Historian and Researcher at DCU Dr. Colm Mac Gearailt wants to change this situation, as he claims that it doesn't reflect the lived experience of those who reside there.He joins Seán to discuss.

Cianan Murray, Victim of Michael Shine; Charlie McConalogue, Minister of State at the Department of Tourism, Culture, Arts, Gaeltacht, Sport & Media; Lynn Boylan, Sinn Féin MEP for Dublin; Peadar Tóibín, Aontú leader and TD for Meath West

Ciaran O'Connor, Senior Analyst at the Institute of Strategic Dialogue; Charlie McConalogue, Minister of State at the Department of Tourism, Culture, Arts, Gaeltacht, Sport & Media; Lynn Boylan, Sinn Féin MEP for Dublin; Peadar Tóibín, Aontú leader and TD for Meath West

Charlie McConalogue, Minister of State at the Department of Tourism, Culture, Arts, Gaeltacht, Sport & Media; Lynn Boylan, Sinn Féin MEP for Dublin; Peadar Tóibín, Aontú leader and TD for Meath West

Celebrating 90 years since families moved to Contae na Mi from the Gaeltacht. (for copyright reasons the full tracks performed during this interview cannot be made available in the podcast)

Cé nach bhfuil Gaeltacht ar bith ann i gContae Bhaile Átha Cliath – tá an líon is airde de Ghaeilgeoirí laethúla lonnaithe anseo. Ach le heaspa deiseanna leis an teanga a úsáid, cad é is féidir leis na húdaráis a dhéanamh leis na Gaeilgeoirí seo a chothú? Ar Seachtain, leagann Daithí de Buitléir, Clárbhainisteoir Gaeilge 365, agus Caitríona Kenny, Oifigeach Pobail agus Forbartha Sóisialta le Comhairle Contae Bhaile Átha Cliath, amach an fhís atá acu don ardchathair. Foclóir: Leasuithe: Reforms Ag dul i meath: To decline Leathnú - Expand Feachtas: Campaign Fonn: Desire Splanc: Spark Teifigh: Refugees Tírdhreach: landscape Drogall: Reluctance Rogha: Choice See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Seán Kyne, Fine Gael Senator; Mairéad Farrell, Sinn Féin TD for Galway West; Catherine Connolly, Independent TD for Galway West; Gormfhlaith Ní Thuairisg, RTÉ Raidió na Gaeltachta; Maitiú de Hál, BÁNÚ

We've been hearing on Drivetime recently - many native Irish speakers are voicing frustration at being refused planning permission in their local communities - so Drivetime's John Cooke followed their campaign to council headquarters in Galway today.

‘Grá ar an Trá', Ireland's answer to ‘Love Island' in the Gaeltacht kicks off for a second season on Monday March 10th and will appear all though Seachtain Na Gaeilge next week.Joining Kieran to discuss the show is James Kavanagh, Presenter of Grá ar an Trá and The Simpler Life with James and William.Image: Ruth Medjber

Sinn Fein has tabled a motion calling on Ireland to stop failing its children by denying their right to learn Irish and study through Irish. To discuss this this further Ciara spoke to Sinn Féin spokesperson for Gaeilge, Gaeltacht and the Arts, Aengus Ó Snodaigh TD.

Myles speaks to Rónán Mac Con Iomaire, author of the book 'An Ghluaiseacht: Scéal Chearta Sibhialta na Gaeltachta'

Jerry Buttimer, Minister of State for Charities, Gaeltacht and the Islands & Rural Transport; Eoin Ó Broin, Sinn Féin TD for Dublin Mid-West; Ruth Coppinger, People Before Profit-Solidarity TD for Dublin West

Jerry Buttimer, Minister of State for Charities, Gaeltacht and the Islands & Rural Transport; Eoin Ó Broin, Sinn Féin TD for Dublin Mid-West; Ruth Coppinger, People Before Profit-Solidarity TD for Dublin West

Jerry Buttimer, Minister of State for Charities, Gaeltacht and the Islands & Rural Transport; Eoin Ó Broin, Sinn Féin TD for Dublin Mid-West; Ruth Coppinger, People Before Profit-Solidarity TD for Dublin West

Jerry Buttimer, Minister of State for Charities, Gaeltacht and the Islands & Rural Transport; Eoin Ó Broin, Sinn Féin TD for Dublin Mid-West; Ruth Coppinger, People Before Profit-Solidarity TD for Dublin West

Patrick O'Donovan, Minister for Tourism, Culture, Arts, Gaeltacht, Sport and Media discusses the National Gallery spending over €124,000 euro on an X-ray scanner that remains unused.

While the housing crisis may be the number one issue facing the country at the moment, the Gaeltacht pressure group Bánú says that the lack of housing for Irish speakers in Gaeltacht areas is placing Irish as a living community language in jeopardy. Adhna Ni Bhraonain is part of Bánú and she joined Sarah.

jQuery(document).ready(function(){ cab.clickify(); }); Original Podcast with clickable words https://tinyurl.com/28g4vhuz Contact: irishlingos@gmail.com Concerns in small towns in the Muskerry Gaeltacht about speeding cars. Imní i mbailte beaga i nGaeltacht Mhúscraí faoi ró-luas carranna. Concerns have been expressed about the speed limit being regularly exceeded in certain villages in the Múscraí Gaeltacht in Co. Cork. Tá imní léirithe faoin teorainn luais a bheith á sárú go rialta i sráidbhailte ar leith i nGaeltacht Mhúscraí i gCo Chorcaí. In one case, a driver was clocked at 143 kilometres per hour in a small town where there is a 50 kilometres per hour speed limit. I gcás amháin cláraíodh luas 143 ciliméadar san uair ag tiománaí ar bhaile beag ina bhfuil teorainn luais 50 ciliméadar san uair ann. There is an urgent need to implement speed reduction measures immediately, says Gobnait Ní Mhuínneacháin, a Councillor for the area on Cork County Council. Tá géarghá le bearta moillithe luais a chur i bhfeidhm láithreach a deir Gobnait Ní Mhuínneacháin, Comhairleoir sa gceantar ar Chomhairle Chontae Chorcaí. She says that over 1,000 vehicles a day pass through the village of Reighleáin. Deir sise go dtéann breis is 1,000 feithicil sa ló thrí shráidbhaile Reighleáin. Gardaí have revealed that a driver was recorded doing 143 km/h in the town, almost 3 times the speed limit. Tá sé tugtha le fios ag na Gardaí gur cláraíodh tiománaí ag déanamh 143 km/uair ar an mbaile, beagnach 3 oiread na luasteorann. But concerns about speeding on the roads are troubling people across Muskerry. Ach tá imní faoin ró-luas ar na bóithre ag cur as do dhaoine ar fud Mhúscraí. There is also a big problem, people say, in Kilmhuire, and although there is a ramp on the road at the primary school, there are drivers who are said to not pay the slightest attention to the restriction on walking. Tá fadhb mhór freisin adeir daoine i gCill Mhuire, agus cé go bhfuil rampa ar an mbóthar ag an mbunscoil, tá tiománaithe ann a deirtear nach dtugann aird dá laghad ar an srian ar an siúl. According to a study of the village of Reighleán, 86% of vehicles are travelling at an average speed of 68 km/h, in an area where the speed limit is 50 km/h. De réir staidéir ar shráidbhaile Reighleáin tá 86 faoin gcéad de na feithiclí ag taisteal ag luas 68 km/uair ar an meán, limistéar arbh é 50 km/uair an luasteorainn. Marian O'Flaherty will have more about that story on Nuacht TG4 at 1900. Beidh tuilleadh faoin scéal sin ag Marian O'Flaherty ar Nuacht TG4 ag 1900.

Catch up with Oliver on the weekend. Two new Gardaí, Garda Fionnuala McCorry and Garda Manus Murphy tell us about life on the beat, Joe McHugh, the former minister for the Gaeltacht, spoke about going from no focal to fluent and Brian F O'Bryne's memories of working with Clint Eastwood.

Joe McHugh, former Gaeltacht minister, joined Oliver this morning. He spoke about having had no Gaeilge at all but he went off and studied it and became fluent. He also tells us the story about how his political career ended.

The speaking rights issue in the Dail is rumbling on and talks are continuing to try to resolve the row over speaking time rights in the Dáil. Kieran is joined by Brian Mahon, Political Correspondent with the Irish Daily Mail as well as Patrick O'Donovan, Minister for Tourism, Culture, Arts, Gaeltacht, Sport and Media of Ireland and Fine Gael TD for Limerick County.

Stephanie Ní Conchúir, Founder of ‘Píosa Me' Social Club told Oliver about her Irish language social group which allows people to touch up on their Gaeilge. More information is available on Instagram @Píosame or the founder's personal page @Stephanieoc02

Céard a bheas a lorg ag na Teachtaí as Cill Gharbhán Michael agus Danny Healy-Rae aas tacú leis an gcéad rialtas eile.?

We could be about to see warning signs to remind tourists to drive on the left-hand side of the road. The signs, designed to remind tourists which side of the road we drive on in Ireland, would be rolled out in more tourist areas under new road sign guidelines published by the Department of Transport. There is sporadic use of such signs at ferry ports such as Dublin, Dun Laoghaire, and Rosslare and in Gaeltacht areas, but the new updates would allow them to be erected at the exits of popular tourist attractions. To discuss this further, Alan Morrissey was joined by Councillor Joe Garrihy, and Helga Himmelsbach. Picture © Pat Flynn

OSSM, an Oracle NetSuite Solution Provider, has announced that Irish plastics recycling company Novelplast is using NetSuite to support its mission to be a world leader in improving the sustainability of plastics. With NetSuite, Novelplast has been able to save an average of 25,000 tonnes of plastic from entering landfill each year. Based in Gibbstown in the Gaeltacht area of Co. Meath, Novelplast's recycling technology is the first of its kind in Europe. Novelplast recycles post-industrial and post-consumer plastic materials otherwise headed for landfill, and it produces an innovative, sustainable product called Revive that helps contribute to a circular economy. To support its rapid growth, sustainability goals, and plans to raise up to €100 million for a new venture, Novelplast selected OSSM to help implement NetSuite and streamline operations for Novelplast's 60 employees across production, supply chain, sales, customer service, and finance. "As the largest plastics recycler in Ireland, streamlined processes and efficient collaboration across the organisation is vital," said Neil Skeffington, CEO, Novelplast. "As our business expands, so does the volume of data that we handle day-to-day. With OSSM's support, NetSuite helps us improve efficiency and enables us to remain focused on delivering value-added recycling services for our customers." With NetSuite, Novelplast has a foundation that is helping to drive operational efficiencies, automate manual processes, and improve collaboration across departments. NetSuite helps Novelplast's teams quickly and easily view purchase orders, scan materials into production, create barcodes for finished goods, and manage customer invoicing. It also automates processes across packing, delivery, stock management, inventory management, and reporting. In addition, OSSM's development team has designed a custom mobile application for Novelplast's teams operating within the recycling plant that helps improve visibility and collaboration across all teams and departments in the business. "Novelplast is making an invaluable contribution to the circular economy and, in turn, a huge impact on our environment through its incredibly important work," said Sinéad Galligani, Chief Marketing Officer, OSSM. "OSSM's implementation of NetSuite and ongoing support helps Novelplast create reliable digital processes across all functions of its business as it continues to innovate and expand. Designed with the future in mind, this system will enable Novelplast to scale up processes as it grows." See more stories here. More about Irish Tech News Irish Tech News are Ireland's No. 1 Online Tech Publication and often Ireland's No.1 Tech Podcast too. You can find hundreds of fantastic previous episodes and subscribe using whatever platform you like via our Anchor.fm page here: https://anchor.fm/irish-tech-news If you'd like to be featured in an upcoming Podcast email us at Simon@IrishTechNews.ie now to discuss. Irish Tech News have a range of services available to help promote your business. Why not drop us a line at Info@IrishTechNews.ie now to find out more about how we can help you reach our audience. You can also find and follow us on Twitter, LinkedIn, Facebook, Instagram, TikTok and Snapchat.

In less than 24 hours, polls will officially open and the general election campaign will be behind us. So here to give us their final day pitches were Thomas Byrne, Minister of State for Sport and the Gaeltacht and Fianna Fail candidate for Meath East, Louise O'Reilly, Sinn Féin Spokesperson on Enterprise and candidate for Dublin Fingal West and also Helen McEntee, Minister for Justice and Fine Gael candidate for Meath East.

Datapac, Ireland's leading technology solutions and services provider, is pleased to announce the renewal of its sponsorship with the National Opera House. This new deal, valued at €150,000 over the next four years, marks the latest chapter in a decades-spanning partnership that has supported the venue in delivering world-class performances and events. As the official ICT sponsor to the National Opera House, Datapac's proactive support enables the National Opera House to roll out its extensive programme of events to citizens and international visitors annually. This includes the Wexford Festival Opera, which welcomes patrons from over 20 countries each year. Ahead of the new sponsorship deal, Datapac engaged with all relevant stakeholders to gain a deep understanding of their respective goals. It then designed and developed an enhanced and future-proofed technology infrastructure which meets all of their evolving needs. The deal advances the National Opera House's technology strategy to boost collaboration, communication, cybersecurity, and connectivity for the venue. In turn, Datapac's solution will empower employees to continue to deliver a top-tier variety of performances for patrons across opera, theatre, dance, and music. With Datapac's solution in place, the National Opera House is becoming a more digitally managed organisation, which is helping it to meet its sustainability goals as part of its climate action plan. In addition, the technology supports the venue in delivering its Education and Community Programme which aims to engage local schools and the wider community with the arts. Established in 2008, the venue is Ireland's only custom-built opera house and was designated as Ireland's 'National Opera House' by the Department of Culture, Heritage and the Gaeltacht 10 years ago. An estimated two million people have passed through its doors to date. Randall Shannon, Executive Director, Wexford Festival Opera, said: "Every aspect of the work we do is supported by the Datapac team. Datapac's proactive support gives us the confidence to innovate and expand, and this evolution of our strategy will ensure that we can provide an enhanced service for our valued patrons. As an important economic generator for the region, we greatly appreciate Datapac's commitment to our sustainable future. We look forward to continuing to work with the team over the next number of years." Karen O'Connor, General Manager, Datapac, said: "We are thrilled to extend our partnership with the National Opera House and build on our valued relationship. We will work closely with the team to guide the technology strategy, ensuring that, as a world-class venue, it aligns with international best practices. In a digital landscape that's ever-changing, we ensure that the venue can seamlessly deliver its year-round programme of events and the highly anticipated Wexford Festival Opera. All the world's a stage, and we are delighted to support the National Opera House which makes an invaluable contribution to arts, culture, and the economy in Wexford and across the South East." See more stories here.

A lack of affordable housing in a Meath Gaeltacht is ‘preventing Irish speakers from staying', that's the call from local residents who fear that without intervention, the Gaeltacht will be a thing of the past.Joining Seán to discuss from the Baile Ghib Gaeltacht in Meath is Harry McGarry, Principal of St. Patrick's Classical School.

Cén sórt rialtais atá ag teastáil ó mhuintir na Gaeltachta

Thomas Byrne, FF TD for Meath East, + Minister of State for Sport, Physical Education + the Gaeltacht, Duncan Smith Labour TD for Dublin Fingal, Party Whip + spokesperson on Health, Disability, Transport & Communications , Hugh O'Connell - Political Editor, The Sunday Times & Dr Jennifer Kavanagh - Law Lecturer, South East Technological University.

Niall chats to Ray O'Donohue, the recently appointed Night-Time Economy Advisor for Dublin City.What is a night mayor? A night czar? A night-time economy advisor? Well, my perception of what it entails is someone who advocates and advises local city council policy and decision-making on what is required in order to make the city more liveable at night, more culturally rich, safer, and to be the glue between various communities like venue owners, promoters, night time economy workers and those who make decisions around how the city operates at night time. But we're not going to take my word for it, we're going to talk to Dublin's first night-time economy advisor Ray O'Donohue.O'Donoghue is known for his work in events and the Sea Sessions festival, before his appointment in April. Last week, Dublin City Council shared its Night-Time Economy Strategy – “a comprehensive plan designed to cultivate a thriving night-time culture in our city”, spearheaded by Ray O'Donoghue and supported by the Department of Tourism, Culture, Arts, Gaeltacht, Sport, and Media.So, I talked to Ray about his plans to help Dublin night-life, and what we can expect from the role for Dublin city...* Support Nialler9 on Patreon, get event discounts, playlists, ad-free episodes and join our Discord communityListen on Apple | Android | ACAST | Patreon | Pocketcasts | CastBox | Stitcher | Spotify | RSS Feed Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Step back to 1324 and listen to the chilling story of Ireland's first Witchcraft Trial in my latest episode. In 1324, the Bishop of Ossory, Richard Ledrede, accused Alice Kyteler, a wealthy and influential woman, of witchcraft and heresy. Alongside Alice's story, we explore the tragic fate of Petronilla de Meath, the first person in Ireland to be executed for witchcraft.Marking the 700th anniversary of these dark events, we delve into the societal fears, power struggles, and personal stories that shaped this infamous trial.Join me for a gripping journey through medieval Ireland.Research and production was funded by the Library and Heritage Services at Kilkenny County Council with the support of The Department of Tourism, Culture, Arts, Gaeltacht, Sport and Media. Become a member at https://plus.acast.com/s/irishhistory. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.