Podcasts about Galway

Hallo zusammen, auch heute gibt es neues von der Grünen Insel - viele die sich mit dem Umzug nach Irland näher befassen, stellen schnell erschrocken fest wie schwierig in weiten Teilen des Landes das Thema Wohnraum ist - vergleichsweise teuer mit Mitteleuropa und die Verfügbarkeit in weiten Teilen des Landes ist die Verügbarkeitssituation eher ausbaufähig. Da landet man oft schnell beim Punkt WG-Leben - vor allem für die die ungebunden sind kommt dann schnell der Gedanke auf "warum nicht aus der Not eine Tugend machen" ? Doch wie ist das eigentlich mit dem Thema WG-Leben in Irland ? Die Themen lauten dabei im Detail: Hintergrund des Themas Wie verbreitet ist es wirklich ? Welche Klientele wohnen in Shared apartments / houses ? Vermieterperspektive - bis zu 14.000 EUR pro Jahr Steuerfrei Angebots und Preislage Wie läuft es ab ? Relevant sind diese Quellen: https://www.citizensinformation.ie/en/housing/renting-a-home/tenants-rights-and-responsibilities/sharing-rented-accommodation/https://www.citizensinformation.ie/en/housing/owning-a-home/home-owners/renting-out-a-room-in-your-home/https://www.cso.ie/en/releasesandpublications/ep/p-cpp3/censusofpopulation2022profile3-householdsfamiliesandchildcare/keyfindings/?daft.ieGerne könnt Ihr der Seite zum Podcast auf Pinterest, Instagram oder Facebook folgen : https://www.pinterest.ie/abavarianstrandedinireland/https://www.instagram.com/a_bavarian_stranded_in_ireland/https://www.facebook.com/A-Bavarian-stranded-in-Ireland-107125391828067Um bequem Updates zu neuen Folgen und allen anderen Themen rund um den Podcast bequem direkt auf euer Handy zu erhalten, könnt Ihr ab sofort auch den WhatsApp Channel zum Podcast abonnieren: https://whatsapp.com/channel/0029VaVcgvgFnSzHRcuurV1VOder mir jederzeit eine Email zukommen lassen. abavarianstrandedinireland@gmail.com

The UK government has announced plans to make the depiction of strangulation or ‘choking' illegal in pornography. Announcing the plan, Technology Secretary Liz Kendall called this kind of material ‘vile and dangerous', but some have criticised the plan, citing existing legislation against depicting life-threatening acts and issues with enforcement and personal freedom. To discuss, Anton is joined by Sexologist and Educator at the School of Psychology, University of Galway, Dr Siobhan O'Higgins & Ruth Breslin, Director of The SERP (Sexual Exploitation Research and Policy Institute).

In the Domino's Men's National League Division 1 on Thursday (13th November 2025), Titans were 95-84 victors over Maigh Cuilinn in an all-Galway derby. On Saturday, all three Galway teams are in action. Maigh Cuilinn host Tipp Talons at the Kingfisher from 7pm; Titans are away to Portlaoise Panthers at the same time; Maree head to Killarney Cougars at 7.30pm. With a full preview, here's Galway Bay FM's Adrian O'Neill.

Just seven days after overcoming Sligo's Shamrock Gaels, Maigh Cuilinn are back in AIB Connacht Senior Football championship action this Sunday (16th November 2025) when they take on Leitrim Gaels. Maigh Cuilinn are seeking to reach a first provincial decider since their last sojourn outside Galway in 2022, but the first-time winners in Leitrim will come to Salthill with nothing to lose. Leading up to the game, former Maigh Cuilinn and Galway football star Gareth Bradshaw looked ahead to the game on 'Over The Line' with Galway Bay FM's Darren Kelly. == Throw-in at Pearse Stadium on Sunday is 1.30pm and we'll have LIVE coverage here on Galway Bay FM.

Despite not gaining promotion to intermediate football, Primary junior football champions Cárna-Caiseal take a step into the unknown when they travel to Leitrim's Aughavas in the AIB Connacht Junior Football Semi-Final on Sunday (16th November 2025). Victories over Fr. Griffin's Éire Óg and Williamstown gave the Connemara club their first Galway silverware since 2012.  But they face an in-form Aughavas outfit who will play Division 1 football in their county in 2026. Leading up to the game, Cárna-Caiseal bainisteoir John Casey chatted to Galway Bay FM's Darren Kelly. == Throw-in at Ballinamore on Sunday is 1.30pm and we'll have full coverage on our website galwaybayfm.ie.

The Connacht Wheelchair Camogie Hurling club are holding a unique event in Clarin College Athenry on Sunday, 7th December. A number of teams will play a blitz on the day (from 10am to 2pm), including the Connacht and Munster wheelchair teams, Galway senior hurling and camogie teams, Limerick senior hurling and camogie teams, and All-Star recipients from GAA and camogie sides, and present All-Stars in wheelchair camogie and hurling. It's a fun event with a different twist on a competitive fun sport.  The idea is to promote awareness of wheelchair hurling and camogie. Connacht Camogie Development Officer and coach David Cunningham, and Connacht hurling wheelchair player Shane Curran came into studio to join Galway Bay FM's Darren Kelly on 'Over The Line' to let us know what to expect. == To find out more about Connacht Wheelchair Hurling and Camogie Club, check out their Facebook page HERE. If anybody wants to get involved or learn more about Wheelchair hurling and camogie, contact David Cunnigham at developmentofficer.connacht@camogie.ie. For more information on Galway Speeders, a Sports Club for young people with a physical disability, click HERE.

Dave and Fionnuala go undercover on Galway Student Christmas day to ask all the important questions - why has the bridge been taken away??

Parking metres continue to be a bone of contention here in Galway city and with City Councillors, as a legal settlement has been reached between the city council and the private company who were operating the machines in and around the city centre. Fine Gael councillor Frank Fahy has hit out at the fact that we don't know what the settlement was and he also wants clarity on how the parking situation can be improved upon in the future, as we are currently left in limbo. He joined me on the programme earlier on this week to highlight his concerns. The issue of road safety in Kinvara was brought into focus again this week as a number of schoolchildren protested from Seamount College, the National School and the creche. They marched through the village on Thursday at 12 noon, calling for safe crossings along the busy stretch of the N67. Currently, there is no traffic management plan for the village and there are no traffic lights or pedestrian crossings for the children. With many children exiting out of buses, they are having to cross the road at peak times. ​Our reporter, Saoirse Duhan was out there and spoke to a number of the children who were part of the demonstration and our reporter, David Nevin, also spoke to the Principal of Seamount College. The Government published their new housing plan this week, and it got a mixed response. ​Government spokespeople say that there are ambitious targets and that there have been a number of changes which will improve the lot of first-time buyers, developers, and builders looking to ramp up construction and infrastructure projects in the country. ​The Opposition have said that a lot of announcements in this plan have already been published in previous documents from previous governments, and they've added that it lacks the ambition and the mechanisms to allow us to ramp up the speed of our housing targets. ​We discussed this on the programme with Minister Seán Canney and also with Sinn Féin TD Mairéad Farrell. Don't forget the best of Galway Talks comes out every Saturday and Sunday morning between 7:00 and 8:00. Join us again on Monday morning for Galway Talks and after 11:00 Our Galway Great is none other than the Westside native and former Republic of Ireland international goalkeeper, David Forde.

Today on Galway Talks with John Morley:  9am-10am  Farmers call for clarity on compulsory purchase orders and Mercosur   Old salmon traps and eel cages on the Corrib pose ‘serious safety concerns'   Galway author releases debut novel    10am-11am Call for clarity on Ireland's defensive position ahead of EU presidency   City Tribune Headlines  1,000 Children take to the streets of Kinvara in protest of dangerous roads   Mario Rosenstock joins us   11am-12pm Galway Thoughts panel - Government's Housing Plan   Sports review

Happy Thursday everyone! Welcome to a very special episode of Word On The Street, where the team head to Claregalway to chat to Kate and Emma Slevin, twin sisters competing at the highest levels of completely different sports on completely different sides of the world. Footballer Kate and Gymnast Emma talk about their upbringing in rural Galway, motivations and aspirations, and their own relationship.Have a topic or thought in mind? Send us a DM on @offtheball on all our social platforms or send us a WhatsApp at 087 9 180 180!

Happy Thursday everyone! Welcome to a very special episode of Word On The Street, where the team head to Claregalway to chat to Kate and Emma Slevin, twin sisters competing at the highest levels of completely different sports on completely different sides of the world. Footballer Kate and Gymnast Emma talk about their upbringing in rural Galway, motivations and aspirations, and their own relationship.Have a topic or thought in mind? Send us a DM on @offtheball on all our social platforms or send us a WhatsApp at 087 9 180 180!

Happy Thursday everyone! Welcome to a very special episode of Word On The Street, where the team head to Claregalway to chat to Kate and Emma Slevin, twin sisters competing at the highest levels of completely different sports on completely different sides of the world. Footballer Kate and Gymnast Emma talk about their upbringing in rural Galway, motivations and aspirations, and their own relationship.Have a topic or thought in mind? Send us a DM on @offtheball on all our social platforms or send us a WhatsApp at 087 9 180 180!

Calls have been made for average speed cameras on the Clare M18/N18. It comes as Transport Infrastructure Ireland is currently reviewing a spate of road traffic collisions along the route. Fixed speed cameras are currently in place at nine locations in Ireland including , Limerick, Galway,Tipperary, Cork Mayo, Donegal, Waterford, Carlow and Dublin. Cratloe Fianna Fáil Councillor Pat O'Gorman believes it's the only way to ensure motorists slow down.

Today on Galway Talks with John Morley:  9am-10am  Should the voting age be 16?  - We discuss  City Council could raise €3.6million a year on derelict sites if levies were fully applied  Most listeners can't spot AI-generated music, survey finds   10am-11am Govt's National Housing Plan slammed as 'deeply disappointing'   We speak to the new Chief Executive of Construction Industry Federation   We hear about a new Galway GAA Road Safety Campaign    11am-12pm Culture Corner - Renmore History Society to host talk on the Irish in The Resistance   Rose Of Tralee escort from Galway taking part in Movember for personal reasons   Music Mornings - 9 Arch bring Jesus Christ Superstar to the stage  

As President Trump signed a bill last night reopening the government, a tranche of documents released yesterday further implicated the president with the deceased sex trafficker, Jeffrey Epstein. Joining us to discuss is Larry Donnelly, law lecturer at University of Galway, and a columnist with the Journal.ie.

This week, Barry Drake speaks with one of the sport's rising young trainers, 22-year-old Colm Fitzgerald from West Clare. Fresh from a big win on Laurels Final night and strong runs across Cork, Galway and Tralee, Colm reflects on a remarkable year. A great insight into a talented young trainer quickly making a name for himself. Have a listen now!

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.

Today on Galway Talks with John Morley  9am-10am  Fire at old railway station in Tuam just weeks after funding for revamp secured   We speak to councillors after a Heated row at City Hall over parking machine legal settlement  Deadline approaching for submissions on Cooloo Wind Farm   Former Republic of Ireland Goalkeeper David Forde talks to us about his new book  10am-11am Kinvara Schoolchildren to Lead Protest Walk for Safe Road Crossings  We hear about the Reopening of the Western Rail Corridor  Average rent in Galway City of a two-bedroom apartment now €2,080   50-year celebration of Ireland / Mexico diplomatic relations   11am-12pm Financial advice with Dave McCarthy Ask the Dentist  We learn more about Ashford Castle, One of the foremost Houses of Guinness   History Talks - New Terry Prone memoir 

The Galway League will be looking to make it two wins in a row in Sunday when they face Mayo in Round Two of the Oscar Traynor Cup at Eamon Deacy Park.    Galway beat the Roscommon and District League 5-2 in their opening game while Mayo drew 1-1 with Sligo-Leitrim.   The Galway Manager, Brendan O'Connor, has been speaking to John Mulligan ahead of Sunday's Game.    The interview begins with John asking him about their recent game against Roscommon & District League.

What is the impact of organ donation and how can that message be transmitted to the wider public? That's just one of the questions facing healthcare professionals, donor families, and transplant recipients who recently gathered for the 2025 National Organ Donation Conference in Galway. The theme for the conference was “Conversations That Matter”. At the event John Burns, the former Deputy Principal of Rice College gave a talk on donor family experience. His younger brother benefitted from two liver transplants, while his older brother was an organ donor. John joined Sally-Ann Barrett on Tuesday's Morning Focus to share more on this.

Loughrea corner back Paul Hoban sat down with Paul to reflect on Loughrea winning the Galway senior hurling championship.If you have any questions or thoughts for upcoming podcasts, email the maroonwhitepod@gmail.com.This Podcast is brought to you by Hoare Chartered Accountants. Hoare Chartered Accountants based in Galway City are a leading provider of Audit, Accountancy and Taxation services.. For more information, visit their website on www.hoarecharteredaccountants.ie

The Old Galway Diary Podcast - Episode 227 - James Hardiman by Advertiser.ie

Today on Galway Talks with John Morley:  9am-10am Michael D Higgin's 14 year term has come to an end as he hands over the reins to fellow Galwegian Catherine Connolly   400 SIPTU delegates gathering in Galway for national conference   88% increase homes on Airbnb in Gaeltacht areas - we hear how this could affect the Irish language  10am-11am Calls for action against hate and violence after threat to Galway Mosque  Charity Concert for Galway Speeders   Garda slot   11am-12pm New interactive dance theatre experience comes to Loughrea   Evergreen slot 

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.

Connacht Head Coach Stuart Lancaster was this week's special guest on 'Over The Line' (Monday 10th November 2025). Stuart spoke about his time in England, his departure from Leinster, and moving to Galway to take over Connacht. He was chatting to Galway Bay FM's George McDonagh and John Mulligan. 'Over The Line' with George McDonagh broadcasts every Monday evening from 8 pm on Galway Bay FM.

Today on Galway Talks with John Morley:  9am-10am Review of Fianna Fáil's presidential campaign delayed   Calls for Tánaiste to accelerate delivery of PET Scanner to University Hospital Galway   Hygiene Hub launches #ItsInTheBag Christmas Appeal   10am-11am Shops openly selling e-scooters capable of speeding 60kmh over legal limit, as garda seizures soar   Average price for residential zoned land in Galway €300,000 per acre   Galway Food and Craft Gift Fair returns for an extended stay   11am-12pm Galway Great - Colm Donnellan   Sports Review  

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.

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...

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.

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.

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

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.