Podcasts about Galway

This week on the Podcast this week Tom and Dick are James Hardiman the historian who published the history of Galway in 1820You can find the articles referenced in this podcast on www.advertiser.ie/galway.If you have a message for Tom or Dick please email us at oldgalwaydiary@advertiser.ie

Last Friday, two men appeared before Portlaoise District Court as part of a Garda investigation into an alleged terrorist plot by an extreme right wing group to attack Galway Mosque.The two men were arrested on Co Laois on Tuesday during a cross-Border antiterrorism operation and were charged with possession of explosives.A video found by gardaí on one of the men's phones revealed a ‘practice' recording of what the extreme right wing group intended to release after its planned attack on Galway mosque.A major inquiry is now under way to determine how long the alleged plot was in the planning, what role others may have played and to identify all four men who appear in the video. Irish Times crime and security editor Conor Lally has the latest details. Presented by Sorcha Pollak. Produced by Suzanne Brennan. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This week on The Mind Full Podcast, I sit down for an exceptionally powerful and moving conversation with Roseanna Ruane to share the story of her extraordinary daughter Saoírse who touched hearts across Ireland after appearing on The Late Late Toy Show in 2020, and whose light continues to shine brightly after her passing last year after a long battle with cancer at just 12 years of age.Roseanna speaks with honesty, love, and courage about navigating life after unimaginable loss. This is a raw and deeply human conversation about grief, love and legacy.If you'd like to honour Saoírse's memory while also supporting Cancer Fund for Children and Hand in Hand in Galway, you can purchase from the BPerfect x Saoírse & Mamma range at www.bperfectcosmetics.com. You can also follow Roseanna on social media on @saoirseandmamma If you have been affected by any of the subject matter in this conversation, please see the details below:Anam Cara Parental & Sibling Bereavement SupportWeb: www.anamcara.iePh: (ROI) 01 404 5378/(NI) 0044 28 9521 3120 Irish Hospice Foundation - Bereavement Support LineWeb: www.hospicefoundation.ie/Ph: 1800 80 70 77Childline (for young siblings affected by bereavement)Web: www.childline.iePh: 1800 66 66 66If you're new to the series, why not take the time to go back and catch up on the wonderful interviews that you may have missed!Visit www.dermotwhelan.com for more information and don't forget my latest book Busy and Wrecked is out now! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

On this episode of Madge Unmuted podcast, Chris Thinks QVC Hosts are his Friends and Madge's Ireland Trip. Madge tells some fun stories about her trip to Galway, Dublin, and London. And Chris talks about his obsession with QVC.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/madge-unmuted--4548342/support.

*** This episode contains references to and conversation around suicide***Today, I chat with Sharon Ledwith from Galway about her incredibly transformative journey to living an alcohol free life. Sharon shares her thoughts on 927-days without alcohol, remembering the ups and downs that led to her decision. Turns out that myself and Sharon actually met 21 years ago at a house party in Bondi Beach, Sydney - a meeting that neither of us can clearly remember! Sharon reflects on her early relationship with alcohol, the cultural connections around drinking in Ireland and the emotional challenges that often follow. She discusses sensitive topics, including suicide and the impact of loss and grief on mental health, highlighting the vital link between alcohol use and emotional coping. Sharon draws on her experiences to inspire you and others, talking about how difficult it is to step in a new identity, the personal growth that comes with this life change and the deeply profound empowerment that's found in alcohol-free living. Enjoy!Sharon is the founder of Ledwith Wellness. After losing her brother to suicide and facing her own mental health struggles, she made a decision to heal from the inside out. Now she helps others do the same through emotional healing, nervous system regulation, hypnotherapy and energy work so they can move out of survival mode and finally feel calm, connected and free again.Ledwith Wellnes - Live Life on Point - Ledwith Wellness by Sharon Ledwith If you have been adversely affected by the content of this conversation please refer to Pieta Houses WebsitePieta | Preventing Suicide and Self-Harm since 2006

This week on Organic Matters, we meet cattle and sheep farmer Tom Keane, located on the banks of the Shannon estuary, Co. Limerick. Tom, along with his brother Michael, has been championing native breeds and conservation grazing, and he speaks about how they complement his organic farm. Tom talks about his native Irish Droimeann breeds and how his farming system supports animal health and nature protection. He also keeps Galway pedigree sheep as well as Shropshire and Shetland breeds, with the wool fully utilised for bespoke products. The farm is located in a protected area and part of the Great Grassland Trails of Ireland, and Tom touches on the range of birdlife and wild plants, such as the bee orchid and hairy violet, present on his limestone grasslands.

Topics covered : rape, living in fear, trauma, self harm, PTSD, reclaiming. Bláthnaid Raleigh is from Mullingar, and her world changed forever after a night out in Galway in July 2019, when she was attacked and raped by a man from her hometown, Johnny Moran.As you can imagine, this conversation is intense at times, so please take care while listening.For five long years, as Bláthnaid tried to rebuild her life, he continued to live his, as normal — while she and her family were left in limbo, waiting for justice.Finally, in July 2024, he was sentenced to eight years in prison, without ever showing an ounce of remorse.Bláthnaid's book Aftermath is a powerful and devastating account of what it means to survive — and of the failings of a system that left her feeling forgotten and silenced. But it's also a story of extraordinary strength, courage, and the slow process of reclaiming herself.If you've been affected by what you've heard, please know that you're not alone and there is help available.Sexual Assault Treatment Units (SATUs) - Rape Crisis Ireland Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

An all-Galway derby gets the Men's Division 1 National Cup underway on Saturday (8th November) when Maree host Titans in the opening round.  Tip-off at Calasanctius College is 7pm. Maigh Cuilinn are away to Ulster University and they begin at 5.30pm. Will a full preview, here's Galway Bay FM's Adrian O'Neill.

For the first time in three years, Maigh Cuilinn are back in AIB Connacht Senior Football Championship action this Sunday (9th November 2025) when they travel to take on Sligo winners Shamrock Gaels. The west Galway men won their third Frank Fox two weeks previously against Salthill-Knocknacarra and they'll now hope to add to their 2022 provincial success.  But even though they'll start as favourites, the Yeats County did produce last year's winners (Coolera-Strandhill), so a tough test is expected. Leading up to the game, Maigh Cuilinn manager Cathal Clancy has been chatting to Galway Bay FM's Darren Kelly. == Throw-in at Kilcoyne Park, Tubbercurry on Sunday is 1.30pm and we'll have LIVE coverage here on Galway Bay FM.

After winning a first county intermediate football championship since 1997, Caltra return to familiar territory for their first provincial fixture since an All-Ireland senior winning run in 2003-4. The boys in green face Mayo's Kilnaeema in a Connacht quarter-final in Tuam Stadium, just two weeks after their domestic success against An Spidéal.  They also won their semi-final against Corofin at the north Galway venue. Leading up to the game, Caltra manager Gabriel Naughton has been chatting to Galway Bay FM's Darren Kelly. == Throw-in at Tuam Stadium on Sunday is 1.30pm and we'll have LIVE coverage here on Galway Bay FM.

The battle for the Galway FA Men's Premier Division is heating up ahead of another four games this weekend (7th-8th November 2025) And there are other intriguing contests throughout the various divisions. With a full preview, here's Galway Bay FM's Mike Rafferty.

University of Galway has been awarded funding for 25 collaborative projects as part of the ENLIGHT European university alliance. Title photo From left, Aishling Hanrahan, ENLIGHT Engagement Manager; Kathryn Kozarits, ENLIGHT Executive; Alex Metcalfe, Vice President International; Louise Hannon, Head of Research, Post Award; and Pamela Devins, Head of ENLIGHT, University of Galway. Academics and researchers leading the partnerships will focus on a range of areas including migration; cancer; hydrogen energy; multilingualism; accessible AI transformation; neurotherapies; and pain. ENLIGHT funding for 25 collaborative projects A total of €1.64million was awarded across the alliance to enable University of Galway staff to work with counterparts in 10 European countries across the ENLIGHT alliance, along with external stakeholders. The collaboration projects are all in areas linked to the University's key research pillars of Innovation for Health, Creativity, Culture and Society, Transformative Data and AI and Sustainable and Resilient Environments. Alexander Metcalfe, Vice-President for International, University of Galway, said: "ENLIGHT is a hugely positive initiative for University of Galway that has flourished in the last few years. This engagement with our ENLIGHT partners will support our strategic ambitions in education and research by providing diverse international opportunities to our university community and enabling our academics to further strengthen their international networks. "The focus of this second stage of ENLIGHT funding is on embedding the European University Alliance in each partner institution and in each country. Our 25 funded projects demonstrate that we are doing just that here in the west of Ireland and we look forward to seeing the outputs of these initiatives over the coming years." ENLIGHT is an alliance of ten European universities in ten European countries, with the aim of transforming higher education and empowering learners as globally engaged citizens. ENLIGHT is funded under the European University Initiative, part of the European Commission's flagship strategy for higher education. It is also supported by the Higher Education Authority. In 2023, the European Commission announced ENLIGHT would be supported with a four-year, €14.4 million investment, with a significant portion of that funding earmarked for academic collaboration, emphasising the alliance's commitment to supporting scholars. The collaborative projects are supported through the European Thematic Network initiative, which enables a community of multidisciplinary academic teams from at least three universities in the alliance to join forces around a specific topic with societal relevance and impact. About the 25 ENLIGHT funded projects B-MOVE - Beyond Migration: Organisms, Matter, Voices, Ecologies - Bianca Rita Cataldi and Andrea Ciribuco, College of Arts, Social Sciences and Celtic Studies. LEMuR - Linguistic Equity in Multilingual Regions - Verena Platzgummer and Andrea Ciribuco, College of Arts, Social Sciences and Celtic Studies. PainNet - Enlight Pain Education and Research Network - Michelle Roche, Physiology, College of Medicine, Nursing and Health Sciences. ETHYC - Education and Training for HYdrogen eCosystems - Pau Farras, College of Science and Engineering. IDenti-T - Interdisciplinary Dialogue on evolving identities in times of democratic Transformations - Ekaterina Yahyaoui and team, College of Business, Public Policy and Law and the Irish Centre for Human Rights. InfraCARE - Urban Infrastructures for Climate Action and Repair - Frances Fahy, Kathy Reilly and team, College of Science and Engineering. CROSS-ACCESS - Inclusive Systems Transformation for Migrants with Disabilities -Una Murray, College of Arts, Social Sciences and Celtic Studies. NAI²TURE - Network for Accessible and Interdisciplinary AI Transformation at Universities through Research and Exchange - Olivia Mc Dermott, College of Science and Engineering a...

Ireland's Connected Hubs model is breaking new ground in Europe, as regions in Finland and France begin rolling out pilot projects based directly on the Irish system. Through the CODIL Pilot Action, Ireland's experience is now informing regional policy, digital infrastructure, and community hub strategy beyond its borders. Western Development Commission (WDC) oversees the Connected Hubs platform and network on behalf of the Department of Rural and Community Development and the Gaeltacht. Allan Mulrooney, CEO of the WDC said the international adoption of the Connected Hubs model highlights Ireland's growing influence in shaping the future of work: "The Connected Hubs initiative is proof that big ideas tested in the west of Ireland can scale internationally. What started as a regional innovation to support rural communities is now informing digital and enterprise policy across Europe. This international expansion shows how the WDC's approach to pilot, prove and then scale can deliver real impact, not just for the west but for regions across the EU seeking to build smarter, more connected communities." In recent months, Liam Horan and Leah Fairman, both WDC, represented Ireland at in-person engagements with regional stakeholders in South Ostrobothnia, Finland, and Laval, France, respectively. Their visits included site tours of coworking hubs, local SMEs, academic institutions and community innovation spaces in the context of how Ireland's experience with remote work hubs can be tailored for local contexts. CODIL is a European project that aims to improve regional innovation policy instruments to better support the emerging distributed-team innovation model and its key component - highly skilled mobile knowledge workers. As the nature of innovation has fundamentally changed, policy instruments that support innovation must also change if they are to effectively support this changed post-COVID innovation ecosystem. Údarás na Gaeltachta are among the lead partners in the project. The CODIL project enables Finnish and French partners to trial the core functionalities of the Connected Hubs platform, including the hub directory, booking engine and event calendar. Through a 'sandbox' environment, these partners will simulate their own hub entries and explore the platform's community management features. This phase will also include knowledge-sharing, applying lessons from Ireland's approach to hub onboarding, community building and visibility. "These international engagements are a real vote of confidence in the Irish model. What began as a regional response to the needs of rural communities has grown into something with relevance far beyond our shores. It's a reminder that local innovation when backed with the right support can lead the way in rethinking how we live and work," added Stephen Carolan Head of Connected Hubs and Digital Innovation at the WDC. During his presentation in Seinäjoki, Liam Horan introduced the Connected Hubs project, from its inception within the Western Development Commission to becoming Ireland's national remote working infrastructure. He outlined the impact of hub networks on regional enterprise, inclusion and climate goals, and discussed the roadmap for future platform developments. Looking ahead, delegations from Finland, France and Scotland will attend the fourth annual National Hub Summit in Ballinasloe, Co. Galway on the 13th of November. They will join Irish and international speakers to discuss the evolving role of hubs in economic development, climate action and digital inclusion. This international interest reinforces the value of Connected Hubs as a leading European good practice and strengthens Ireland's reputation as a frontrunner in innovative and inclusive remote work infrastructure. See more stories here.

A wide-ranging selection of tech companies, from drone software to med-tech have today been announced among the winners of the inaugural North-South Business Cooperation Awards, a €500,000 programme launched by the Stelios Philanthropic Foundation to celebrate cross-border entrepreneurship on the island of Ireland. The Awards, which culminated in a high-profile ceremony at Castle Leslie Estate, Co. Monaghan, saw a total of nine entrepreneurs and entrepreneur businesses in partnership, recognised for their outstanding achievements in building businesses that bridge communities in Northern Ireland and the Republic of Ireland. The Awards attracted a large volume of entries from across the island, with businesses demonstrating genuine cross-border collaboration and trade. Eligible companies were required to show a meaningful presence in both jurisdictions while also meeting minimum thresholds for turnover and employment. The result was a highly competitive field that showcased the strength and diversity of entrepreneurship operating across the island of Ireland. North-South Business Cooperation Awards A total of €500,000 in cash prizes was awarded: one Gold Award of €150,000, two Silver Awards of €100,000 each, and six Bronze Awards of €25,000 each. Partnering with Galway-based chocolatier, Grá Chocolates, Northern Irish tech platform needi took home a Silver Award. The female-founded service, created by co-founders Steph Scholes and Louise Doyle to connect businesses with local, independent vendors using AI technology and human curation, was set up in Armagh in 2020. Renewable energy solutions firm Acel Energy also received a Silver Award. The Monaghan-based company designs and implements solar tech, battery-storage and demand-management systems for commercial clients, often under co-ownership or Power Purchase Agreement models. Among the Bronze Award winners, med-tech companies saw huge success through cross-border partnered entries, with fertility clinics OvaScan Fertility Ultrasound (Dublin) and New Beginnings Scan (Strabane), which each combine advanced ultrasound technology with specialist expertise, taking home prizes through a joint entry. Súil Pharma, a Galway med-tech company developing novel therapies specialising in vision and hearing diseases, and Medinect Ophtho, a Belfast service provider delivering high-quality pre-clinic services, also joined forces to each take home a Bronze Award. Rounding off the joint entries, Subterranean Software, specialising in drone and embedded systems for constrained environments, and Good Friday Robotics, which develops advanced drone robotics for hazardous environments, were each also awarded a Bronze prize. Other Bronze winners in tech included Cotter Agritech, which develops precision livestock health tools, enabling selective treatment of livestock to reduce chemical usage and improve sustainability, and Arcus Cleaning Systems, an industrial hygiene and automated cleaning solution provider. Sir Stelios Haji-Ioannou, creator and owner of the easy family of brands - including easyJet.com, easyHotel.com and many others (see www.easy.com and www.easyHistory.info), and founder and president of the Stelios Philanthropic Foundation (see stelios.foundation and stelios.ie) - personally presented the awards and met the finalists at the ceremony. Speaking at an event announcing the winners, Sir Stelios Haji-Ioannou, said: "This is a proud day for entrepreneurship on the island of Ireland. The winners we honour today show that when determination, innovation and creativity meet, borders become bridges. These entrepreneurs are not only building successful businesses - they are proving that collaboration across communities leads to prosperity for all. They are creating jobs, delivering services and setting an example for the next generation of entrepreneurs. I hope that their success today will encourage even more entrepreneurs to think ambitiously, work collaboratively, and see the entire isl...

Today on Galway Talks with John Morley (Friday 7th November 2025) 9am-10am Overcrowding in Irish Prisons described as Inhuman and Degrading  Nigel Sweetnam of the IFA's Poultry Committee Chair updates us on the Bird Flu outbreak  New Committee set up to raise funds for Galway residents living with MS  10am-11am Consumers have been warned to avoid a number of dated health insurance plans.  Ard-Rúnaí Chonradh na Gaeilge Julian de Spáinn join us to talk about plans for teaching and learning Irish outside of Gaeltacht areas and Irish medium education Ronan Rodgers talks to us about the Galway Science & Technology Festival   11am-12pm British Ambassador to Ireland Kara Owen visits Galway.   Ashley Campbell brings The Goodnight NashvilleTour to Monroes next month  Confusion continues over the ongoing maternity move for high-risk pregnancies at Portiuncula  Sports Preiview w/ Ollie Turner 

This week on Galway Talks, We heard the powerful story of Jade McFarlane. She was raped by her friend's father in their home when she was just 19 years of age. ​She bravely waived her anonymity so that she could name her rapist. She came on to the programme this week and shared her story with us   We also heard of the situation in Ballybane over the mid-term break. ​A number of stones were thrown at vehicles and buses, some causing injury to the passengers within them. ​There have been calls for better lights in the area and also for stakeholders to come together in the area to tackle this problem head-on. ​We discussed it on the programme with Donal Lynch, community activist in the Ballybane area, but also with FF Cllr. Alan Cheevers.   International Protection Applicants and violence directed at them was very much to the fore again this week. ​A lot of commentators are blaming this increase in aggression towards international protection centres on government rhetoric. ​Sai Gujulla is himself an immigrant into this country and said we need to see leadership now rather than diverting blame. Some politicians have been accused of conflating the lacking public services and housing situation with migrants and immigration. ​ This week, climate change was very much in the mainstream here in Ireland, across Europe, and the world. ​Environment Ministers agreed on a 90% carbon emissions reduction by 2040, with some loopholes in effect between now and 2035. ​This has been welcomed in many of the green sectors, but there is criticism that it might not have gone far enough, while others say some of these targets are unachievable and may make us anti-competitive. We heard from people in Galway City who gave their thoughts on the climate situation here in Ireland and globally. We got the views of Green Party representative for Galway West for the upcoming by-election, Niall Murphy, and Independent Ireland Deputy Michael Fitzmaurice on the issue with me during the week.

Over the next few weeks, we will be featuring different Run Clubs in our Thursday Specials. This week, we have Laura Garrigan (@laws_fitness on Instagram) and 41 Social Run Club.Laura shares her journey from a casual runner to a certified running coach. She discusses her experiences with various races, including the Trasna 2025 relay, and emphasises the importance of mental health in running. Laura also highlights her efforts to build a community through her run club and her aspirations for the future, including training for her first marathon (which she completed in Dublin a few weeks ago) and getting into the fitness industry05:00 Introduction to Laura Garrigan and Her Journey07:52 The Spark of Running: From GAA to Parkrun10:34 Transitioning from 5K to 10K: Overcoming Mental Blocks13:13 The Journey to the Half Marathon: Training and Goals15:01 Becoming a Running Coach: Insights and Experiences17:53 The Formation of 41 Social Run Club19:41 Participating in Trasna 2025: The Relay Experience29:29 The Journey Begins: Running from Galway to Dublin31:42 Nutrition and Preparation: Fueling the Challenge33:57 Facing the Night: Running Through Darkness36:53 Team Spirit: Finishing Together37:55 Building Confidence: Lessons from the Ultra39:42 Training for the Marathon: Setting Goals42:42 The Role of Technology: Apps and Coaching47:02 Step One Socks49:34 Races and Medals: Celebrating Achievements56:06 Looking Ahead: Future Goals and Coaching AspirationsYou can follow us on Instagram:@anygivenrundaypodcastAnd reach out via DM if you would like to get your Run Club featured on an upcoming Thursday episodeThis episode is sponsored by ULTRAPURE Laboratories and their new Sports Recovery Kit. Ask for the ULTRAPURE Laboratories Muscle Recovery range in your local Pharmacy or Health Store or visit their new online storeUltrapurelabs.ie You can now get 20% off all Perform Nutrition products, including their new Carb Gels, using the code 'AGR' at checkoutPerformNutrition.com

Today on Galway Talks with John Morley (Thursday, 6th November 2025) 9am-10am Learner drivers to sit test after four years in order to renew permit  Association of Catholic Priests (ACP) Calls for Greater Protection of Elderly Rights in Light of New Legislation  10am-11am EU countries agree deal on 2040 climate target  Connacht Tribune Headlines  Ahascragh star releases acoustic record Only   11am-12pm Armistice Day  Galway Companies Shortlisted for 2025 Business & Finance Awards  PET CORNER – Going Abroad  CULTURE CORNER – Dance in Galway  Galway singer Si Noble releases exuberant new single ‘Kiss Goodnight

Larry Donnelly, Law Lecturer at University of Galway and columnist with the Journal.ie, analyses the latest election updates from New York, Virginia and New Jersey.

The domestic hurling season is over in Galway and Andy Coen, Cyril Farrell and Sean Walsh look back on a weekend where: Loughrea won their first-ever 2 in a row when they defeated St Thomas. How was it achieved? Meelick Eyrecourt captured the Intermediate championship for the first time since 1997, while Ballinasloe completed the 3-in-a-row at Junior 1 level.

The Galway Science and Technology Festival will take place this weekend. Sunday's event at the University of Galway campus will feature over 100 interactive exhibits, 25 different shows and workshops, plus much more besides for all ages. The theme for this year, ‘Then, Today, Tomorrow', will highlight scientific discoveries of the past, showcasing today's latest innovations, and inspiring the next generation of scientists, technologies and engineers. To find out more, Alan Morrissey was joined by the festival organiser, Anne Murray.

Today on Galway Talks with John Morley (Wednesday, 5th November 2025) 9am-10am Effects of tracker mortgage scandal 'far from over'  Galway Man to Run 250km Across the Sahara in Memory of Uncle Lost to Rare Cancer Fundraising page of Run For Iggy Coldvember Initative in Support of Galway Rape Crisis Centre  10am-11am Major Water Infrastructure Upgrade for Craughwell Welcomed MOTORING with GERRY MURPHY FeelTect Secures €1.5 Million Investment to Launch Groundbreaking Wound Care Device, “Tight Alright”  11am-12pm Financial Advice with Dave McCarthy Camogie - Inside the Championship  HISTORY TALKS – Lecture on Headford Lace 

Time is running out for third-level students across Ireland to showcase their vision for the future of the country's energy sector. Students are invited to apply for the EirGrid CleanerGrid Competition 2025/26, with applications due to close on Wednesday, 19th November 2025. Back for a third year, the CleanerGrid competition run by EirGrid, the operator and developer of Ireland's electricity grid, aims to foster innovation and creativity by encouraging students to showcase their skills in creating innovative solutions for the Ireland's clean energy transition. With a top prize of €12,000 (€6,000 for the winning student team and €6,000 for the student's third-level institute), this year's theme focuses on "Opportunities and challenges in accelerating offshore wind potential." Entrants should propose innovative, practical solutions that address both the opportunities and obstacles in developing Ireland's offshore electricity infrastructure. Submissions may reflect each student's discipline or interests, whether in engineering, policy, economics, environmental science, data, or another field, and should offer fresh, actionable ideas that contribute meaningfully to Ireland's clean energy transition. Shona O'Halloran took part in last year's CleanerGrid competition as a student at the University of Galway. Now part of EirGrid's graduate programme, she is encouraging other students to apply, even if they do not have a complete project in mind. "CleanerGrid is an opportunity for students to be innovative and creative. When I initially applied, I did not have every detail of my project figured out, there was a few months before we had to present the final concept. This gave me plenty of time to consider different approaches and experiment with my ideas, as well as work around my coursework. If you are interested in applying, go for it, and see where it takes you." The competition is open to undergraduate and postgraduate students, below PhD level, from all disciplines at any third-level institution in the Republic of Ireland. Students can take part by signing up at EirGrid.ie/CleanerGrid as part of a team of up to six members. Applications close on the 19th of November. The top entrants will be invited to EirGrid's head offices to present their innovations to industry experts, including members of the EirGrid senior management team.

Today on Galway Talks with John Morley (Tuesday, 4th November 2025) 9am-10am EU states gather for emergency 2040 emissions targets meeting  Galway City woman waives anonymity and speaks out following the sentencing of her rapist   A new chapter for Galway Rape Crisis Centre as the doors open in The Claddagh. Strengthening support, safety, and hope across the west of Ireland    10am-11am Local TD hits out at lack of risk assessment or mitigation of risks following maternity patient transfers from the Portiuncula   Number of families supported by Galway Simon increased by 38% in 2024  Garda Slot Social Exclusion - A problem for our teenagers and their parents - 38% of our teenagers report being rejected by their friends  11am-12pm Galway's Gardiner Brothers nominated for 2025 TikTok Awards  TULCA Festival of Visual Arts Announces 2025 Programme inviting audiences to trace connections between people, places, and histories.  Music Mornings - Liam Foody

Tonight, Terry Flanagan takes listeners beneath the surface of the International Basking Shark Conference, held at the Atlantic Technological University in Galway. The August event brought together scientists, conservationists, and ocean advocates from five continents.

Today on Galway Talks with John Morley (Monday, 3rd November 2025) 9am-10am Call for emergency measures to tackle anti-social behaviour in the east of the city as bus windows are smashed   Rate of judicial review in Ireland 'off the charts' - housing expert  PsyCare Ireland Wins €81,100 to Launch Nightlife Safety & Empowerment Programme for Young People  10am-11am Security review of all IPAS centres after arson attack, Migration Minister says   Status Yellow rain warning in place for four counties  Early November Recruitment Days & Ability West is proud to announce the official opening of its newest state-of-the-art Day and Residential Services at Garraí na Sailí, Letteragh Road, Galway.  Retired UN official educates older people on Climate Change to reduce emissions   11am-12pm Our Galway Great is a Newcastle Priest who took a helicopter from a wedding ceremony to a hurling match in the Hyde   Sports Review with Ollie Turner

Michael recaps Week 9 Sunday and talks about his tour with Neil Reynolds, which will come to Tyrone, Galway and Kerry this January. Tickets are available here.This podcast is presented by SBK - we are delighted to work with SBK this year and we are excited for the season ahead.You can check out SBK's odds and join here  - thank you for your support. Each signup makes a huge difference to PFI this season. (18+ Be Gamble Aware)Support PFI by signing up for NFL Game Pass here

John Mulligan and Sean Carley look back at a bumper weekend of sport in Galway.  The #fulltimewhistle is sponsored by GetSetGo Game Changing online car, home and travel insurance that's faster, better and easier!

Ben Symes, Johnny Ward and Barry Murphy are here for the final LOI Late Night of the season. Shamrock Rovers are our champions, Waterford FC will face one of Bray Wanderers or Treaty United in the play off and Stephen Kenny's St. Patrick's Athletic have squandered their chance of European football. League of Ireland on OTB with Rockshore 0.0 #LOI

Conor McCormack speaks to Jonathan Higgins after his sides hard fought 1-1 draw with Waterford as Galway secured their place in next years Premier Division.

Galway United manager John Caulfield speaks to Jonathan Higgins after his sides 1-1 draw against Waterford at the RSC on Saturday evening, a result that secures the Tribesmen's Premier Division status for 2026.

Just 12 days after winning the Galway championship, Oranmore-Maree are FBD Connacht Minor A Football Champions after a thriller on Friday (31st October 2025) at the Connacht GAA Centre in Bekan. Oranmore-Maree trailed by 2-6 to 2-5 at half-time before hitting three second-half goals to seize the lead, before Mayo's Westport struck a late three-pointer. After the game, Oranmore-Maree manager Eoghan McGuire chatted to Galway Bay FM's John Mulligan. == It wasn't to be for Bearna na Forbacha in the B Final beforehand.  They went down 0-17 to 2-9 to Mayo's St. Jarlath's.

The biggest weekend in the Galway club hurling calendar is upon us with the Forvis Mazars County Senior Hurling Final taking place between Loughrea and St. Thomas' in Pearse Stadium on Saturday (1st November) at 6pm. And the Steeltech Sheds Intermediate Hurling decider featuring Kinvara and Meelick-Eyrecourt is down for Kenny Park on Sunday (2nd) at 2pm.  Beforehand, Ballinasloe and Kiltormer come together in the Ask Acorn Junior 1 Final at 12pm. On Friday's 'Over The Line' (31st October), Galway Bay FM's hurling team of Sean Walsh, Niall Canavan, Cyril Farrell, Johnny Kelly and Andy Coen joined Darren Kelly into studio to set the scene for the weekend. == The 'Over The Line' weekend preview show broadcasts every Friday evening from 7pm on Galway Bay FM.

Today on Galway Talks with Sally-Ann Barrett (Friday, 31st October 2025) 9am-10am County Finals To Be Played Under lights but Not Everyone is Happy - Galway GAA Chairman Paul Bellew talks to us. Launch of Connemara Pony Heritage Centre  Mountbellew No Name Club Celebrates 30 Years in Operation  10am-11am Vandalism at Bearna-Na Forbacha sports park/playground  Monivea singer Rebecca Ward joins us for music mornings Dave O'Connell has the Connacht Tribune headlines.   11am-12pm New book featuring two Galway boxing legends Francie Barrett and Sean Mannion  Galway Consultant Reacts to Increase in Breast Cancer in Young Women- Professor Michael Kerin What are people dressing up as? We discuss the trending Halloween costumes.  Weekend sports preview with John Mulligan

As the dust settles on the presidential campaign, will the left stay united for the Galway byelection, will a Fianna Fáil heave materialise and what messages are the spoilers sending?

Going for Growth - the business development programme for female entrepreneurs - will host an Inspiring Roadshow event at Dublin City University (DCU) next month. The Going for Growth: Inspiring Roadshow will take place at the Polaris Building at DCU's Glasnevin Campus on November 6. Doors open at 6 pm. The event will run from 6.30 pm to 9 pm and includes time for networking and refreshments. Registration is free and can be booked on the home page of the www.goingforgrowth.com website under 'News Updates'. The Inspiring Roadshow is one of a series planned in Dublin and Galway, which are designed to provide information and encouragement to businesswomen at any stage of their entrepreneurial journey. Alongside an array of special guest speakers, there will also be information on supports, like Going for Growth, designed for those who wish to increase revenue, create employment, and explore new market opportunities. The DCU event will feature contributions from Dr Sheelagh Brady, founder of the AI-powered personalised travel risk management application Kowroo; Emily Brick, founder and Managing Director of Athena Analytics, an EdTech company that tracks academic performance using machine learning and AI tools; and Dr Anne Cusack, founder and formally of Critical Healthcare, a leader in the Emergency Services market providing healthcare solutions at the frontline. Dr Sheelagh Brady will offer insight into her journey from academic research in the areas of Criminal Justice and Crime Science to working in high-risk environments with the United Nations and European Union missions in countries such as Nigeria, Libya and Bosnia and Herzegovina. She co-founded Kowroo to provide travellers with real-time personalised risk insights, enabling them to make smarter decisions while abroad. Emily Brick will discuss how she combined her academic background in statistics and data analytics with a passion for mathematics and education to create Athena Analytics in 2017. The EdTech company now works with 350 schools to enable more data-driven academic tracking and support. Dr Anne Cusack, meanwhile, will give an outline of her experience co-founding Critical Healthcare, a contribution which is sure to showcase her strong background in MedTech and digital technology, as well as her experience in scaling a business. These Inspiring Roadshows are taking place while the call for applications for a new cycle of Going for Growth is open, so enterprising women, at various stages of their entrepreneurial journey, can learn what is possible from the experience of other women. Going for Growth is supported by Enterprise Ireland and KPMG. The closing date for receipt of completed applications for participation in the next cycle of Going for Growth is midnight, November 21. Those interested in getting an application form sent to them should register on the website www.GoingforGrowth.com. Sixty places are available for the free programme, which is due to begin with a one-day Launch Forum in January and will run until June. National Director of Going for Growth, Paula Fitzsimons, said: "We're delighted to bring our Going for Growth: Inspiring Roadshows to Galway and Dublin in November. We hope the information provided at these evenings, along with the contributions from our guest speakers, will encourage female entrepreneurs to be more ambitious in their business development goals. We also hope that it will demonstrate the support available, including Going for Growth, designed to support ambitious women to realise their growth aspirations. The deadline for applications for the 18th cycle of Going for Growth is midnight on Friday, November 21, so Inspiring Roadshows come at just the right time for anyone who may be considering applying." Visit www.goingforgrowth.com for more details and to request an application form. 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 ...

Is everything becoming the same? High streets all over the world with identical shops, people consuming the same burgers, the same video games, the same social media, the same music? Are we losing what makes us different - the cultures, the foods, the languages? In a world of online hyper-connectivity, is it going to be a flattened, greyer world that our children inherit? Or should we welcome universal homogenisation - the convenience of a one-size-fits-all planet? Phil and Roger get the views of Dr Mike Hynes, lecturer in Environmental Sociology at the University of Galway. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Today on Galway Talks with Sally-Ann Barrett (Thursday, 30th October 2025) 9am-10am Deer Causing Issues for Motorists Across the County  Local Community Safety Partnerships  New Show on TG4 – Hector OZ/NZ  10am-11am Tuam Creche to close this Friday  Connacht Tribune Headlines  Galway Autism Partnership Schools Programme    11am-12pm OURS TO PROTECT - Recycling

This week on Keep It Tight Emma and Deirdre are coming to you live from the Galway Comedy Festival.This Podcast is part of the Acast Network.Recorded at Town Hall TheatreArtwork: Alan Bourke-TuffyThank you for listening! Follow Keep It Tight on Instagram!Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.Thank you for listening! Follow Keep It Tight on Instagram! Artwork: Alan Bourke-Tuffy Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This week on the Podcast this week Tom and Dick are talking about the artist William Evans who spent time in Galway in the 1800You can find the articles referenced in this podcast on www.advertiser.ie/galway.If you have a message for Tom or Dick please email us at oldgalwaydiary@advertiser.ie

Kinvara go in search of a third Steeltech Sheds intermediate hurling championship on Sunday (2nd November) when they meet Meelick-Eyrecourt. It's the south Galway side's third final.  Champions in 1966 and 2019, they reached last year's decider before going down to Tynagh-Abbey-Duniry. Kinvara overcame Beagh 1-21 to 1-19 in the semi-final.  Leading up to the game, their manager Mike Helebert has been chatting to Galway Bay FM's Sean Walsh. == Throw-in at Kenny Park, Athenry on Sunday is 2pm and we'll have LIVE coverage here on Galway Bay FM.

The Irish Patients Association is demanding answers over lentghy backlogs for homecare in Clare. A new report from Home and Community Care Ireland shows 304 people in this county are now on a HSE waiting list for homecare supports. It's the highest amount per capita nationwide and also the third highest numerically, with only Cork and Galway having bigger lists. Director of the Irish Patients Association Stephen McMahon says the people of the MidWest are being neglected.

Professor Aideen Ryan, Professor in Tumour Immunology at University of Galway's College of Medicine, Nursing and Health Sciences. Photo: Andrew Downes Researchers at the University of Galway have revealed the results of a world-first study into how bowel cancer shuts down the immune system, and how this can be reversed to improve treatment. The findings have been published in the Journal for ImmunoTherapy of Cancer (JITC). Breakthrough for bowel cancer immunotherapy The research team showed how structural stromal cells switch off the immune system and how the body's own killer cells can be switched back on, opening up the opportunity for a completely new approach to optimising immunotherapy for patients. Colorectal cancer - commonly referred to as bowel cancer - is one of the world's most common cancers and the second leading cause of cancer death worldwide. Diagnoses in people under 50 have been climbing in recent decades, with recent global analysis showing these early-onset cases have almost doubled since 1990. In Ireland, the disease affects more than 2,500 people a year. Professor Aideen Ryan, Professor in Tumour Immunology at University of Galway's College of Medicine, Nursing and Health Sciences, said: "While immunotherapy has revolutionised care in cancers such as melanoma and lung cancer, it has shown very limited benefit in bowel cancer, leaving patients with advanced disease with few treatment options and poor survival outcomes." The breakthrough research discovery is the first to demonstrate that tumour stromal cells - the structural cells that support cancer growth - are directly reprogramming the immune system. They do this by switching off, or hijacking, two of our body's most important tumour-fighting cells - the natural killers (NK) and macrophages - rendering them unable to attack the cancer. Professor Ryan said: "The interaction between the cancer, our body's healthy cells and our defence mechanism is a complex one, but our research shows that the cancer is essentially creating an immune brake - it is blocking the body's natural response and fight mechanism." What has been discovered in relation to how the cancer interacts with the human body? Tumour stromal cells are the structural cells which allow the cancer to grow. They are coated in sugars called sialoglycans. These interact with receptors on the body's immune cells called Siglecs. This interaction causes the body's natural defence response to be switched off and unresponsive when immunotherapy is used, and therefore unable to attack the cancer. The research identified a specific enzyme that drives this process of 'switching off', as it produces the Siglec-binding sugars on stromal cells. When the researchers blocked this pathway using drugs called sialidases, they could show that the body's most important tumour-fighting cells - the natural killers (NK) and macrophages - reactivated. It showed that the tumours shrank and the spread of cancer, known as metastasis, was prevented. The multidisciplinary research was conducted in collaboration with colorectal surgeons and pathologists at Galway University Hospital, led by Professor Aisling Hogan and Professor Sean Hynes; as well as experts in colorectal cancer - Dr Philip Dunne, Queen's University Belfast and experts in targeting sialoglycans at Palleon Pharmaceuticals, MA, USA, who have developed sialidase drugs that disrupt the sialoglycan-Siglec interaction. Professor Ryan added: "Our research is a clear breakthrough in our understanding of bowel cancer and how immunotherapy could be more successful. This world-first finding shows that some of the bowel cancer cells are not just passive bystanders, they are actively reprogramming the body's immune cells, preventing them from doing their job. We have uncovered an entirely new checkpoint and by focusing on it we can reactivate the immune system and improve our body's innate ability to fight the disease, and even target metastasis." Michael O'Dwyer, Pro...

A hydrogen-powered renewable energy storage system developed by Atlantic Technological University Galway graduate, James Swift, has been awarded the Siemens Innovative Student Engineer of the Year Award 2025 by Engineers Ireland. This annual competition, which took place on Wednesday, 22 October, showcases projects by third-level engineering students that demonstrate innovation, sustainability, and commercial potential, and this year marked 25 years of sponsorship by Siemens. Five finalist teams were invited to present their projects, which ranged from biomedical devices to energy innovations, to a panel of judges at the competition final in Engineers Ireland. James Swift, a graduate of Energy Engineering at Atlantic Technological University, Galway, received the award for developing a prototype hydrogen-based energy storage system designed to harness surplus renewable electricity and convert it into clean, reusable power. James commented: "I am delighted and honoured to be awarded the Siemens Innovative Student Engineer of the Year Award 2025 by Engineers Ireland. This project set out to demonstrate how hydrogen can be adopted to fulfil energy balancing requirements across Ireland's rapidly growing renewable energy sector, and I would like to thank Siemens and Engineers Ireland for highlighting the importance of renewable energy technologies to our future sustainability." The winning project was selected by a panel of judges, including Joe Walsh, Director and General Manager of Siemens Ireland; Niamh Hegarty, Director, Advanced Operations, Stryker; and Dave Ludgate, Associate Director, Sustainability Lead - Water, AECOM. Commenting at the event, Joe Walsh, Director and General Manager of Siemens Ireland, said: "We are incredibly proud to celebrate 25 years of supporting the Engineers Ireland Innovative Student Engineer of the Year Award. Encouraging young people into STEM fields and helping them develop the skills for a digital future is vital for Ireland's continued success. "Digital technology is transforming every aspect of engineering, and it is inspiring to see students embracing innovation and creativity in their projects. Every year, I am struck by the creativity and determination shown by the students who take part in the awards. Congratulations to James, and to all who took part - your innovation is shaping the future of engineering in Ireland." John Jordan, President of Engineers Ireland, added: "The initiatives showcased at the Siemens Innovative Student Engineer of the Year Award highlight the exceptional talent and ingenuity within our third-level engineering institutions. These students represent the next generation of Irish leaders, poised to drive forward innovative and sustainable solutions that will benefit communities both at home and abroad. "I would like to offer a sincere congratulations to James Swift and the shortlisted finalists who truly exemplified innovation and engineering excellence. I wish each team continued success in their academic journey and future careers in engineering - they are the changemakers and leaders of tomorrow." 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.

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Today on Galway Talks with Sally-Ann Barrett (Wednesday, 29th October 2025) 9am-10am Independent Ireland Cllr Noel Thomas confirms intention to run in Galway West by-election. Cllr. Alan Cheevers discusses safety and precautions around fireworks and bonfires for Haloween. Fastway Couriers have gone into receivership. 10am-11am Ballinasloe Social Services marks 40 years of work Anne Murray - Director of Galway Science Festival looks ahead to the events coming up. Glenamaddy man taking on coast-to-coast challenge to raise money for Ukraine. 11am-12pm Financial advice with Dave McCarthy of McCarthy & Associates Woodquay History Talks featuring Brian Nolan

A Clare company is among the beneficiaries of a €3.8m government funding pool for advanced technology projects. Iona Logistics Ltd which is located on the Future Mobility Ireland Campus in Shannon has been included in the scheme alongside the Technological University of Dublin and Galway based Éire Composites. The three firms are working together to deliver a fully integrated system that will enable large scale drone deliveries. Future Mobility Campus CEO Russell Vickers says it's a huge vote of confidence in Shannon.

Reaction straight from a rain soaked Elland Road as a resolute Leeds United side bagged twice early and then held off the Hammers.

Jonathan Higgins chats to Kevin Doherty of Drogheda United, John Caulfield and Patrick Hickey of Galway United, following a 1-1 draw between the sides this evening in Eamonn Deacy Park.League of Ireland with Rockshore 0.0#leagueofourown To become a member and access our exclusive content simply click: here:http://offtheball.com/join

Rachel gets reports from polling stations around the country:Samantha Libreri, Eastern Correspondent in Dublin;Paschal Sheehy, Southern Editor in Cork; Teresa Mannion, Regional Reporter in Galway; Marc O'Driscoll, North East Correspondent in Monaghan.