Podcasts about grainne

Granne Lawlor is the founder of food and whiskey tour company Flavour Trails. She shares the best things to eat and drink in Dublin including boxty, a controversial dish called coddle, as well how to pair food with whiskey. Plus, why the Irish traditionally didn't eat a lot of fish even though it's an island nation and why the Brazilian community has enriched the culture of Dublin. And, how you earn it in an Irish pub with tons of great recommendations! [Ep 334] Show Notes: Foodie Travel Guides from Destination Eat Drink Brent's Substack Flavour Trails tours Gallagher's Boxty House John Kavanagh The Gravediggers O'Donoghue's Chapter One Powers Court Bean and Goose The Cobblestone Pub The Stag's Head Darkey Kelly's Candlelit Tales Grogan's The Palace Bar Dame Tavern

Adam and Amy are joined by Grainne to explore more data from Teacher Tapp. How do schools in the UK and US compare according to those who work there, how is shared parental leave used, and much more.They also pay tribute to the wonderful Dawn Cox who sadly passed away recently. Dawn was not only a lovely person, but was completely committed to education and her writings helped shift the dial on national education discourse, she is a great loss to the world.

A Clare native has been shortlisted for a prestigious Business Woman of the Year Award. Grainne Fogarty is in the running for the accolade, in the IMAGE Media and PWC Business Woman of the Year Awards 2025. Grainne is Director of RehabCare, the Health and Social Care division of the Rehab Group. To discuss this further, Alan Morrissey was joined by Director of RehabCare, Grainne Fogarty. Photo(C): Rehab Group Facebook

Grainne Ní Chonchúir Bainisteoir Fáilte Éireann sa Daingean. Neil Ó Luasa Úinéir Ostán Gougán Barra Johnny Mac Uidhir Comh-Uachtarán Chomhlachas Tráchtála Chill Áirne – an triúr acu ag plé tuairisc ón CSO a deir go bhfuil 25% laghdú bliain ar bhliain in Eanair, 30% anois do mhí Feabhra i bhfigiúirí le turasóirí.

We read the papers so you don't have to. Today: The Daily Mail has published a salacious account of an affair between Liz Truss and some Tory bloke. If you listen closely, you can hear the rage in Natasha's voice. Meanwhile, The Guardian has gone White Lotus crazy and has published a wonderful column on the power of gossiping, which Grainne fully endorses. Plus – Miranda has found a brilliant piece in The Times that lifts the lid on the petty ways in which chefs fight back against bad reviews. Miranda Sawyer is joined by host of LBC's Saturday night show Natasha Devon and BAFTA nominated comedian Gráinne Maguire.   Use code PAPERCUTS to get an exclusive 60% off an annual Incogni plan: https://incogni.com/papercuts Follow Paper Cuts: • Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/papercutsshow.bsky.social • Threads: https://www.threads.net/@papercutsshow • Twitter: https://twitter.com/papercutsshow • Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/papercutsshow • TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@papercutsshow Illustrations by Modern Toss https://moderntoss.com  Written and presented by Miranda Sawyer. Audio production: Simon Williams. Production. Liam Tait. Design: James Parrett. Music: Simon Williams. Managing Editor: Jacob Jarvis. Exec Producer: Martin Bojtos. Group Editor: Andrew Harrison. PAPER CUTS is a Podmasters Production Podmasters.co.uk Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

A Clare mother is calling for a ban on the sale of products containing HHC. HHC – or Hexahydrocannabinol - is a new ‘cannabinoid' man-made chemical product developed from CBD, which has been available in European and Irish markets since 2022. It's currently available legally in high street shops in vapes, e-cigarettes and edibles, but this does not guarantee safety and there are concerns regarding the health effects. Our listener, Gráinne, has personal experience of HHC: she says her daughter suffered from withdrawals after using a vape containing HHC. To discuss this further, Alan Morrissey was joined by Grainne, a Clare mother who is calling for a ban on the sale of HHC products.

In this Film Ireland podcast, Mick Jordan talks to Grainne Humphries, Executive Festival Director at Dublin International Film Festival. The 2025 Dublin International Film Festival runs 20th February - 2nd March. Explre the full programme and book tickets at https://www.diff.ie/programme https://filmireland.net/

 Today on Rip It Up we are joined by Gráinne Gillett who became an internet renovation sensation in 2022 when she took on a seriously rundown Victorian cottage in Dublin, documenting every step of the transformation and getting very hands-on in the process. With a keen eye for interiors and an impressive DIY skill set, Gráinne has inspired countless people to take on their own renovation projects. Support the showFollow us on Instagram - Jenny is @workerscottage and Kate is @victorianrathmines

We read the papers so you don't have to. Today: The Telegraph thinks that the Obamas might be heading for splitsville, leaving Grainne inconsolable. Ava discusses the plight of ex-Tory MPs who are struggling to find work after leaving Parliament, as reported by The Times. Plus – The Mail introduces us to Mr. O, the Hollywood "climax savant." But Miranda is skeptical of his hands-off methods. Miranda Sawyer is joined by comedian Gráinne Maguire and journalist Ava Santina. Support Paper Cuts and get mugs, t-shirts, extended ad-free editions and access to our exclusive live streams here: back.papercutsshow.com Follow Paper Cuts: • Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/papercutsshow.bsky.social • Threads: https://www.threads.net/@papercutsshow • Twitter: https://twitter.com/papercutsshow • Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/papercutsshow • TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@papercutsshow Illustrations by Modern Toss https://moderntoss.com  Written and presented by Miranda Sawyer. Audio production: Tom Taylor. Production. Liam Tait. Design: James Parrett. Music: Simon Williams. Managing Editor: Jacob Jarvis. Exec Producer: Martin Bojtos. Group Editor: Andrew Harrison. PAPER CUTS is a Podmasters Production Podmasters.co.uk Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In this exciting premiere of Season 4, Conor Byrne hosts Gráinne Wafer on 'That's What I Call Marketing.' Gráinne, a renowned figure in the marketing world, dives deep into her 27-year journey with Diageo, where she began in public relations and sponsorship before rising to lead iconic brands like Guinness, Baileys, and Smirnoff. Starting her career in public relations and working with Guinness as a client, Gráinne transitioned to Diageo in 1997, taking on various roles that expanded her expertise in marketing fundamentals, brand management, and innovation.Gráinne shares her insights on the strategic decisions that have driven transformational outcomes for Diageo. She highlights the innovative turnaround of Baileys and how Bailey's discovered its true identity leading to a marketing strategy that revitalized the brand, which resulted in significant growth and renewed consumer interest.The conversation also delves into the rich advertising legacy of Guinness, from the iconic 'Surfer' ad to recent Premier League partnerships. Gráinne discusses the importance of maintaining advertising quality equivalent to the beer's quality and how this principle has guided Guinness's marketing strategies over the decades. We discuss Diageo's approach to balancing global and local marketing efforts, utilizing data to understand local markets while maintaining a consistent global brand identity. She reveals how the introduction of Agile Brand Communities and initiatives like conscious create are driving efficiency and effectiveness across Diageo's marketing operations. Moreover, Gráinne discusses the growing importance of AI in their marketing strategies, enhancing media buying, content optimization, and even personalized packaging.The interview also explores Gráinne's leadership journey, from her early days, learning to manage her drive and energy, to mentoring others, especially women in the industry. She candidly shares personal anecdotes about overcoming self-doubt and the value of being consistently true to oneself. Gráinne emphasizes the importance of inclusivity, detailing Diageo's efforts to make social environments accessible, highlighted by partnerships and initiatives aimed at promoting social justice and belonging.00:00 Introduction and Welcome00:10 Grainne's Career Journey at Diageo02:03 The Fundamentals of Marketing05:09 The Bailey's Turnaround Story06:27 Understanding the Product07:24 Repositioning Bailey's in the Market11:13 The Power of Advertising13:18 Crafting Iconic Guinness Ads14:12 Creativity with Precision16:03 Innovation and Nitrosurge17:53 Social First Approach22:46 Agency Relationships25:09 Guinness' Success in the UK27:02 Guinnfluencers and Community Engagement28:13 Quality Control and Consumer Feedback29:00 Global Reach and Market Growth30:07 Premier League Partnership32:12 Smirnoff's Market Position34:45 Balancing Global and Local Strategies37:15 Agile Brand Communities39:12 AI in Marketing41:56 Leadership Evolution42:18 Balancing Drive and Energy43:55 Paying It Forward44:48 Supporting Women in the Workplace46:13 Career as a Marathon47:45 Balance in Life48:24 Belonging and Inclusivity49:22 Socializing and Accessibility50:18 Looking Ahead to 2025A Top Marketing Podcast as rated by Feedspot Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In the latest episode of the Inside In-House Legal podcast, Ben sits down for a chat with Grainne O'Driscoll, Product and Marketing Counsel at Credit Karma.Grainne's journey—from navigating the 2008 global financial crisis to unexpected detours like scuba diving—shows that success isn't always linear. She shared powerful reflections on resilience, flexibility, and the importance of strong support systems and relationships in the workplace.Her story is an inspiring reminder of the value of perseverance and creating a positive work environment.Listen to the full episode for more!

Joining Clare to recap the weekend papers is Jack Horgan Jones Political Correspondent with the Irish Times and Grainne Ni Aodha, news reporter.

In the final instalment (for now) of this off shoot series of the main show, Grainne and Chantal get to the heart of why love and politics DO mix... at least in the case of Bill and Hilary Clinton, a power couple in just about every sense of the word, despite a few ummmm challenges that is. See you next week for The Way They Were Christmas special, maybe it's time to look at the lasting love of Mr and Mrs Klaus? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Grainne O'Reilly chats with Shane about the challenges and rewards of leading a startup school. She talks about the importance of embracing the unknowns and being open to asking for help. Grainne highlights the magic of a startup and the sense of ownership and excitement that every team member should feel. She also discusses the pattern of a post-Christmas dip in energy and offers advice on how leaders can support their teams during this time.Grainne encourages leaders to take care of themselves and find activities or hobbies that bring them joy. She also emphasises the importance of finding trusted mentors and confidants to lean on for support.Sound Bites"The best leaders are always open to other people's ideas and asking for help.""Harnessing the magic and giving everyone permission to take ownership is key to success.""Under promise and over deliver every single time."LinksFind Grainne on LinkedInGrainne's latest book, Starting Your International SchoolThis episode is supported by the International Curriculum Association.Learn more at internationalcurriculum.com.Thank you for tuning in, and as always, if you found this episode useful, please share your experience. You can find me online on

In our next instalment of our mini-series, The Way They Are, Chantal and Grainne explore the tempestuous - and ultimately tragic - love story of JFK Junior and Carolyn Bessette, which was as overtly passionate, as it was stylish. As we know the lives of this beautiful young couple were cut way too short, so our hosts imagine what this romance could have been if it was allowed to run its full course.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Episode 96 The Fifth Court with Peter Leonard BL and Mark Tottenham BL.On this episode, Judge Gráinne Malone, a former solicitor who also qualified as a barrister but who went on the bench after six months, and who has now served thirteen years as a judge. She talks about the new Irish Courts Service Podcast, an initiative created to commemorate the centenary of the Courts of Justice Act, 1924 that established our modern Courts system. They discuss the various episodes and some curious judgements made in historic cases. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Chantal is back in the chair for this episode of The Way They ARE - and what JOY she is spreading, as she presents to us the elusive, but very much celebrated and newish love that appears to have formed between two of showbiz's most loved stars ... Meryl Streep and Martin Short! Grainne nearly jumped out of her seat when the realisation hit that we would be revelling in this most well deserved happy endings, the likes of which most movies could only dream of!  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We read the papers so you don't have to. Today: Moana wasn't included in The Times' top 20 animated movies and Jonn and Jacob aren't happy. Meanwhile, Jarv and Marcus try to get their head around The Telegraph's new office etiquette guide. Plus – Do you want to know 15 facts about Ironing? Grainne, Natasha and Miranda have you sorted.     Miranda Sawyer is joined by journalists Jonn Elledge, Jacob Jarvis and Natasha Devon plus comedians Grainne Maguire, Jacob Hawley and Marcus Brigstocke. Support Paper Cuts and get mugs, t-shirts, extended ad-free editions and access to our exclusive live stream on the 21st of September: back.papercutsshow.com    Follow Paper Cuts:  • Twitter: https://twitter.com/papercutsshow  • Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/papercutsshow.bsky.social  • Threads: https://www.threads.net/@papercutsshow  • Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/papercutsshow  • TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@papercutsshow Illustrations by Modern Toss https://moderntoss.com     Written and presented by Miranda Sawyer. Audio production: Jade Bailey. Production. Liam Tait. Design: James Parrett. Music: Simon Williams. Managing Editor: Jacob Jarvis. Exec Producer: Martin Bojtos. Group Editor: Andrew Harrison. PAPER CUTS is a Podmasters Production    Podmasters.co.uk  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In the second outing of the little cousin of The Way They Were - aka, The Way They ARE - it's Grainne's turn to present us with a couple, who despite all odds, managed to keep their wedding vows. And in this case 'till death do us part' was probably the promise that saved them from the scandal of the divorce courts. And in Abraham Lincoln and Mary Todd's day, it was probably easier to suck it up and hope they didn't have to stay wed in the afterlife!  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

A new digital health solution will help Irish women receive help for a previously taboo subject of intimate pain associated with Genito-Pelvic Pain Disorders, GPPPDs. Norma, an Irish company, tackles this widespread but often overlooked and underdiagnosed health issue. The figure for those suffering in silence is staggering. "It is estimated that 10-28% of reproductive-aged women in the general population complain of persistent pain during sexual intercourse". What are GPPPDs? These are conditions that cause chronic pain and discomfort during activities like intercourse, tampon use, and intimate medical exams and generally, there are no universally accepted treatment approaches. As a GPPD sufferer, a female entrepreneur, and an Irish innovator, Norma's founder, Gráinne Byrne suffered from this painful condition. Like most patient innovators she sought to find a solution as she set about her innovation journey to develop a technology for herself and others. Grainne's response was to create a new Irish FemTech digital solution which is an expert-led intimacy education platform. The condition can be isolating so it is important to know that other people in the community are also suffering in silence. Gráinne reassured those with GPPPDs that there is help out there: "My personal experience with vaginismus, a form of genito-pelvic pain, was deeply isolating. I struggled with basic things like inserting a tampon, undergoing an intimate medical exam, or having penetrative intercourse. Each attempted insertion was painful and distressing. Over eight GP appointments, I was repeatedly dismissed or told my pain was 'normal,'" said Byrne. "As the years passed, my mental health and sexual well-being severely declined due to the lack of accessible care and proper guidance," Byrne said, "I founded Norma with Clinical Psychologist & Psychosexual Therapist Dr. Natasha Langan to fill this gap. Our mission is to connect people with accredited psychosexual therapists to provide the expert support and resources they truly deserve, at every stage of life." The unique digital psychosexual health platform offers its expert-led intimacy education through online sexual wellbeing workshops. The overall mission is to increase access to accredited sex therapists. Norma's key goals set out to address treatment for a range of GPPPDs, such as vaginismus and dyspareunia, by delivering evidence-based educational tools. Norma's online workshop programme combines insights from psychology, cognitive therapies, psychosexual therapy, breathwork, and pelvic floor physical therapy to support individuals in managing their conditions and improving sexual well-being. This innovative digital education solution provides accessible support for those with the condition. The programme is a lifesaver for women who may not previously have come forward and sought treatment. It helps participants understand their condition, manage pain, and improve sexual health. A recently completed pilot study conducted by Norma with Health Innovation Hub Ireland showed promising results. HIHI provided the clinical research and facilitated patient feedback necessary to complete this successful pilot. Participants felt that the digital health solution positively impacted their sexual well-being. Confidence was increased by having the access and the tools to manage the symptoms more effectively and consequently strong user satisfaction was reported. Commenting on the successful completion of the product pilot, Dr. Michael Twomey, Senior Research Manager, Health Innovation Hub Ireland said, "Health Innovation Hub Ireland is delighted to have supported the Norma pilot. Driven by a user-innovator who has experienced genito-pelvic pain disorders, Norma embodies the true spirit of FemTech. This platform goes beyond being a digital solution - it's a lifeline for women facing chronic, often overlooked conditions." "By combining personal experience with cutting-edge technology, Norma empowers women t...

Well, it HAPPENED! As promised, Grainne and Chantal did what most of us can only dream of and enticed 'The One and Only' Mr Chesney Hawkes into a room so he could tell us which couple he hasn't gotten over breaking up; and what a wild ride the escapades of Sam Malone and Diane Chambers' romance was.... almost worthy of a storyline from a 1980s sitcom*. Not only will you hear Chesney talk about his own romantic endeavours, but you'll also get to listen to some of the most dramatic - and electric - reenactments we've ever had on the show. Thank you to everyone who made it down to see this, no doubt you're still reliving the incredible performances Chesney did of his new track 'Get A Hold of Yourself' and THAT song from the 1990s, but for those of you who couldn't join us, this episode is a gift for you to enjoy...*CHEERS! Keep watching The Way You Were feed, as although this season is drawing to a close, Grainne and Chantal have some VERY exciting special episodes dropping every Friday from next week - 01/11/24.   Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On The Last Word on TV and Streaming this week Matt is joined by Joe O'Shae and Aisling Bonner to chat about everything new in the world of tv this week. With Traitors coming to Ireland, the new season of Gra ar an Tra being pulled days before release and rumours of who will be in I'm A Celeb Jungle, there is plenty to talk about.

Wildlife Ecologist, Author & Broadcaster, Dr Grainne Cleary spoke to John Stanley about Koel birds, as they continue to thrive in the city due to the environment. Listen to John Stanley live on air from 8pm-12am Monday to Thursday and Friday's 7pm-11pm on 2GB/4BC.       See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today's episode is iconic in just about every way, there's the guest, comedian, drama queen and all-round deity, Dominick Pupa, and there's the couple he picked for us... and it's happened, as this week we get to delve into the world of the patron saint of the show and her erstwhile husband - It's Sonny and Cher! For a while they got each other babe, but ultimately, they had to deal with life after love when things fell apart.  It's a belter of a way to end this current series, but fear not, you'll be hearing more from Grainne and Chantal before the year is out, as there are exciting plans in the works... For now, though, get your ticket to see them LIVE at the Bedford Arms in London on October 19th  at this year's Cheerful Earful Podcast Festival, with our VERY special guest, Chesney Hawks!! Details and ticket link below... AND don't forget you can see TWTW LIVE at this year's Cheerful Earful festival in London on October 19th 2024, where our very special guest happens to be The One and Only, CHESNEY HAWKS! Full info and tickets can be found HERE! See you there XX Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We read the papers so you don't have to, now every Monday and Friday. Today: Mums! Kemi Badenoch thinks you're getting too much maternity dosh – and other political mentalness. Mail loon Liz Jones's messy love life takes another bad turn and Grainne is “totally here for it.” And the Times celebrates ten years of normcore (quietly).  Miranda Sawyer is joined by journalist Jonn Elledge and comedian Grainne Maguire.  Come and see us LIVE at the Cheerful Earful podcast festival on 12 Oct. Tickets here Support Paper Cuts and get mugs, t-shirts and extended ad-free editions: back.papercutsshow.com Follow Paper Cuts: • Twitter: https://twitter.com/papercutsshow • Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/papercutsshow • TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@papercutsshow • Threads: https://www.threads.net/@papercutsshow Illustrations by Modern Toss https://moderntoss.com  Written and presented by Miranda Sawyer. Audio production and music by Simon Williams. Production: Liam Tait. Design: James Parrett. Socials: Kieron Leslie. Managing Editor: Jacob Jarvis. Exec Producer: Martin Bojtos. Group Editor: Andrew Harrison. PAPER CUTS is a Podmasters Production. Podmasters.co.uk Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

This hasn't been the One and Only announcement of the current season of The Way They Were, but it's by far the biggest, as we can now FINALLY spill the beans as to the identity of our very special guest at our next live show at The Cheerful Earful Podcast festival on Saturday 19th October at 5pm, at The Bedford Arms in Balham London....  We can now tell you that Grainne and Chantal will be joined on stage by the legendary Chesney Hawks for this very special live episode - AND THAT'S NOT ALL, as he's also going to give us a special, intimate performance of his new single too! Grab your tickets while you still can!  Full info and tickets can be found HERE! See you there XX Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This week's episode of TWTW is a 'voyage' into the swinging world of knitted sequin hats, platform silver boots and Eurovision.Yes, cabaret star Luke Merideth, really does a great job in knowing me, knowing you, and decided it was high time we took a deep dive into the torrid love story behind the stars of ABBA! But, as we didn't have three hours to record, this time we focus on what went on between the one half which contained Agnetha and Bjorn. Did the winner take it all when this romance ultimately failed, or were our erstwhile couple glad that the other took a chance on love?  As always Grainne and Chantal are ready to divulge the details and lay all the love on us, so here we go... Come and see TWTW LIVE at this year's Cheerful Earful festival in London on October 19th 2024! Full info and tickets can be found HERE! And a VERY special announcement as to who the guest will be is imminent, so stay tuned! See you there XX Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Today's offering of The Way They Were will have anyone with even a passing interest in the escapades of The G.C and Arg absolutely delighted, because thanks to comedian and podcaster, James Barr, that's the only way we're going with this ep! Yes, the Burton and Taylor of reality TV started their wild romance in the year of 2012, the Mayans were right to end their calendar then, as the next 10 years was truly the age of Essex.  As always, Grainne has spent days in the archives in order to dig out the real story of this off and on again saga, allowing us to feel like we were at their first kiss thanks to dramatisations by Chantal and James.  AND, James comes up with possibly the best love match for patron saint Cher we've had yet.. Come and see TWTW LIVE at this year's Cheerful Earful festival in London on October 19th 2024! Full info and tickets can be found HERE! See you there XX Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

STOP ALL THE CLOCKS... CUT OFF THE PHONE... STOP THE DOG FROM BARKING WITH A JUICY BONE...  The day has finally arrived when the bell has tolled on Bennifer 2:0.  As you can imagine, the WhatsApp group sprang into action to bring you the SECOND emergency episode this week, as Grainne and Chantal invite Viv Groskop back on the show to once again pick over the carcass of this failed A-Lister love. Are JLo and Bennifer Affleck the Burton and Taylor of our times? The jury's out on that one, but have a listen to this episode for some comfort that everything happens for a reason.  Come and see TWTW LIVE at this year's Cheerful Earful festival in London on October 19th 2024! Full info and tickets can be found HERE! See you there XX Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

STOP THE PRESS! Another celebrity break-up has rocked our world, so Grainne and Chantal dropped everything to bring us this emergency episode, discussing what happened to make Molly-Mae and Tommy Fury finally call it quits.  We hear all the ins and outs that lead up to our star-crossed lovers publicly announcing their split, and we get the answers to all the burning questions including, who owns the house? What's the deal with the engagement ring? And who in their right mind would call their kid 'Bambi'? If you need more than pics of Tommy looking sad in a forest, then this emergency ep is here for YOU!  Come and see TWTW LIVE at this year's Cheerful Earful festival in London on October 19th 2024! Full info and tickets can be found HERE! See you there XX Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

If you've been wondering just when your hot girl summer will begin, well it starts NOW, as Grainne and Chantal are back with a brand new series of The Way They Were.  Kicking things off, we have the wonderful author, Caroline O' Donoghe who allows us all to bathe in the hot mess of the mid 2010s when our couple got hitched, right the way to the Covid fever dream that was John Mulaney and Annamarie Tendler's split. It's also worth exploring events that occurred in the aftermath of this twisty and turny saga, as there's also a VERY recent update to proceedings!  Come and see TWTW LIVE at this year's Cheerful Earful festival in London on October 19th 2024! Full info and tickets can be found HERE! See you there XX Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Send us a Text Message.I chatted with Grainne Gilmore, Director of Research & Insights at real assets advisory firm Cluttons about digital connectivity, one of their key expertise areas.We covered:What digital connectivity actually is, from phone masts to broadband capacity.Why capacity and speed are so important, for example playing a critical role in urgent healthcare delivery, facilitating the achievement of corporate ESG targets through IOT devices, or enabling families to connect with their communities.What we need to do in order to remain internationally competitive, including planning system capacity upgrades and public information campaigns. Grainne shared examples of what works in local communities, and I shared my thoughts on how the definition of infrastructure needs to change to align with what the UK really needs in the years to 2050.Guest website: https://www.cluttons.com/Guest LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/grainnegilmore/Host LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/annaclareharper/Host website: https://www.greenresi.com/

Who doesn't love a good dating story? This week, I brought my friend Grainne on the pod because she has spent the last few months in the dating scene here in Sydney and has a few iconic stories to tell. I've had a few horror stories myself which make for great stories but the best of all were our listener stories. They had us cackling so much we were silent laughing. From nudists to bar fights to catfishing to dead dogs there was a mixture of all sorts!! Check out the video teasers and bonus content on our socials: Insta: @notasinglebother TikTok: @notasinglebotherpod Make sure to follow the podcast on Spotify/Apple Podcasts and hit the bell to get notified when new episodes go live. Don't forget to give us 5 stars and a gleaming review. Go on, karma will be good to you xx

We're so excited to announce that Grainne and Chantal are back with another live podcast recording on October 19th in London as part of the Cheerful Earful Podcast Festival. Tickets are on sale now so get it in your diary! No excuses! Spend your Saturday afternoon with us at the beautiful Bedford Pub in Balham. Stay tuned to hear who our special guest will be... Secure your tickets here. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Tents sheltering 15 asylum seekers were attacked on City Quay in Dublin last night. We hear from volunteer named Grainne who has been involved with a group of other volunteers helping other international protection applicants and get reaction from CEO of the Irish Refugee Council, Nick Henderson.

From July 27 to August 10, we'll be all about Olympic boxing once again. Ireland will send a 10-strong team to Paris 2024 with every boxer there dreaming of a place on top of the podium to follow in the footsteps of Michael Carruth, Katie Taylor and Kellie Harrington.In this episode, I'm sitting down with two boxers who qualified at the final tournament in Bangkok - Grainne Walsh and Daina Moorehouse. They've had contrasting journeys to get to this point. Walsh's story is the epitome of The Rocky Road. Said to be one punch from retirement at one point, she's been through four thumb operations and several other dunts to get to this stage where she's got to be a live contender for the podium in Paris. As for Moorehouse, hoping to become Wicklow's latest gold medallist, she's been chasing these Games down with a sense of destiny behind her. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Grainne Walsh joins Adrian and Aisling to reflect on her recent qualification for this summers Paris Olympics and her journey in boxing so far. Off the Ball Breakfast. Catch Off the Ball's sports breakfast show LIVE weekday mornings from 7:30am or just search for Off the Ball Breakfast and get the podcast on the Off the Ball app or wherever you listen to yours. SUBSCRIBE and FOLLOW the Off the Ball Breakfast podcast.

Delve into the life and legend of Gráinne Mhaol, also known as Grace O'Malley, the famed Pirate Queen of Ireland.

STOP THE PRESS! The Way They Were bring you an emergency episode following the demise of one of daytime TV's greatest love stories.  Where were you on Saturday 25th May 2024, when Eamonn Holmes and Ruth Langsford announced they are divorcing? Well, Grainne and Chantal were all over the Whatsapp group in the aftermath of this devastating news and saw no other choice than to break their summer hiatus and get back on the mic to share their thoughts and insights of this shocking revelation.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

To mark the end of this epic season of The Way They Were, Grainne and Chantal once again took to the stage to entertain the masses and bring a long lost love story back to life, helping them with this task is comedian and all round good egg, Rachel Paris! But 'who is the couple that will see out the current series?' I hear you all scream... perhaps an icon of pop and their Hollywood A-lister lover? Maybe someone from the royal dynasty... or does it involve someone who was *in* Dynasty?.... no no, keep reaching for the stars, as we take a walk down the cobbles and pop in the Rover's Return for a natter about the actual soap opera that was the love story of Ken Barlow and Deirdre Rasheed - by eck it's a good un'.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This week's episode is a fever dream for everyone involved, as not only is one-half of this week's couple an actual friend of the show and past guest, but it's perhaps one of the most notorious celebrity romances to have emerged from reality TV.  Yes, it's true to say that this week's guest, writer Emer McLysaght played an absolute blinder when she brought the very public saga of Samuel Preston and Chantelle Houghton to the table for us to gorge on. And it would appear the show has now eaten itself, as Grainne was able to use the very episode Samuel appeared on as part of her investigation as to what on earth could have possibly gone wrong with this couple, who met surrounded by TV cameras on Big Brother, while one half of them was in a relationship... madness it didn't work out.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Although it's very common to see May to December romances in Tinsel Town, today's showbiz couple raised eyebrows in the gossip pages, when an older woman dared to court a man below her age bracket - but the world was a different place when Demi Moore and Ashton Kutcher were stepping out, and now women have no prejudice against them for age, or looks and equal pay, so PHEW! The guest we have to thank for this EPIC tale of toxicity is the fantastic comedian, Olga Koch. As you can imagine, Grainne's deep dive unearths some jaw-dropping details and Chantel was cock-a-hoop at being able to get her teeth into it all.  But which party can be declared winner in this celebrity bun fight? Have a listen to find out... Come and see Chantal and Grainne LIVE, with fantastic guest Rachel Parris at The Museum of Comedy, London on April 3rd 2024 - full info and tickets can be found here - Museum of Comedy - What's On Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Season 6 - Episode 125Join the conversation with Dr. Grainne Perkins, a trailblazing Irish-born Chief of Police at the University of Southern Maine, whose career arc bends from zoology to the forefront of global law enforcement. Grainna shares her riveting story, a blend of detective work in Dublin's cobblestone alleys, innovative roles in Interpol, and her current tenure shaping the future of policing in the U.S. Her dynamic path showcases the wealth of opportunities within the policing profession and underscores the impact of an international perspective on law enforcement.Venture into the heart of police accountability with Grainne as she offers her candid thoughts on navigating the shift from the streets of Dublin to the academic corridors of Southern Maine. Tackling intricate communication challenges, she uncovers the layers of adapting an Irish accent for American listeners and the critical role of community trust. Grainne unravels the complexities of Seattle's hybrid police accountability system and reflects on the seismic changes in policing post-George Floyd. Her insight into the utilization of body-worn cameras reveals the delicate balance between technology and traditional investigative work, proving pivotal in the pursuit of justice.The epitome of a leader, Grainne delves into the nuances of guiding a police force with clarity and vision. She dissects the art of mentorship and the strategic development of officers, drawing parallels between the communicative Irish Garda and her experiences in North America. Her final thoughts touch on the essence of leadership, collaboration across borders, and the indelible mark one aspires to leave on the world. As we close, Grainne muses on the gratification that stems from aiding others and the conversations she yearns to have with historic trailblazers, illuminating the profound journey of a life dedicated to public service.Contact us: copdoc.podcast@gmail.com Website: www.copdocpodcast.comIf you'd like to arrange for facilitated training, or consulting, or talk about steps you might take to improve your leadership and help in your quest for promotion, contact Steve at stephen.morreale@gmail.com

In today's episode, we say 'Hello Dolly' to 'Funny Girl' Sooz Kempner, who brings us epic proportions of Hollywood heartbreak, courtesy of a couple who probably STILL lament, 'The Way We Were' even after several decades apart. Grainne and Chantal would cross 11,12 or even 13 Oceans to find out what a night was like on the town with Barbra Streisand and Elliott Gould, no doubt it would be a bit of a 'Mash', but everyone would stay the best of 'Friends'.... Oh, and one of our star-crossed lovers bought the bother a pig for an opening night gift, so there's that too.  Come and see Chantal and Grainne LIVE, with fantastic guest Rachel Parris at The Museum of Comedy, London on April 3rd 2024 - full info and tickets can be found here - Museum of Comedy - What's On Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This week's ep brings us the final 'Word' on what happens when geeks fall in - and out - of love, as we find out why the king and queen of Silicon Valley's feelings towards each other ultimately went micro-soft.  Yes, prepare to nerd out on the story of Bill and Melinda Gates, all thanks to this week's guest, writer and comedian, Daniel Foxx!  What would a night on tiles with this pair look like? And did a certain Mr Epstein have anything to do with the romance's downfall?  Join Chantal and Grainne on this epic Bing search into billionaire love...  AND join them at their next live show at The Museum of Comedy in London on April 3rd, with special guest Rachel Parris - The Way They Were (ticketsolve.com) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Helloooo London! We're back with another live show at the wonderful Museum of Comedy in Holborn. We all need something to look forward to right now and this is just the ticket. Kicking off at 7pm on April 3rd, Grainne and Chantal will be dissecting a brand new couple breakup chosen by our ultra special guest, comedian Rachel Parris! We can't wait to see you there. So that's Wednesday April 3rd at 7pm. Grab your tickets here, friends! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Time to cast your minds back to the heady days of 2022 for this week's celebrity mess brought to us by live link-up all the way down under with Australian comedian and actor Michelle Brasier.  Yes, this week The Way They Were straddles many time zones, as our London-based hosts speak to our antipodean guest to explore the total car crash that was the romance of Kanye West and Julia Fox. Hat's off to Chantal, who guesses this erstwhile love match in record time, despite the clues set by Grainne.... And if you want to see Grainne and Chantal, take a deep dive into a past love of comedian Rachel Parris' choosing, come along to the Museum of Comedy on Wednesday 3rd April 2024 for the next live show! Tickets available now: https://museumofcomedy.ticketsolve.com/ticketbooth/shows/873643758 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

And we're back in the room, as we kick off the series proper with the next batch of celebrity guests, bringing us their fave showbiz couples for Grainne and Chantal's take on why things just didn't work out.  This week, actor and comedian Sunil Patel brings us a hot mess of 90s East / West Coast, with a story notorious in just about every way, as we find out just what happened when Notorious B.I.G/Biggie Smalls and Faith Evans became the star-crossed lovers of the rap scene... and it would appear no one who got in their way came out unscathed, especially if Faith had anything to do with it.  We find out just why this story of love gone wrong so ignited the interest of a teenager from Bath and as always, what their star signs had to do with the relationship's ultimate demise.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We're continuing on our magical and mysterious pursuit through the world of royal jewellery and this week, we're talking about a collection of crown jewels that has been accumulating over many centuries. The Iranian National Jewels stand as one of the world's most expensive and extensive collections in the world. Matthew and Alyce examine their tumultuous history and decadent taste, including how the royal family ended up with the largest pink diamond known to man and the indulgent party that eventually led to their exile from Iran. They also share their favourite pieces and, of course, let you know where you can see the collection for yourself.   THINGS WE SPOKE ABOUT The centuries of history of Iranian royalty Iran's extensive collection of lavish jewelled pieces A solid gold golden globe to house your loose gemstones The decadent party that led to Iranian royal family exile A two kilogram tiara with the world's largest pink diamond  MORE INFORMATION Iranian National Jewels  https://www.iransafar.co/iran-national-jewels-museum/  https://raseef22.net/english/article/1092915-irans-royal-jewels-a-dazzling-legacy-of-persian-kings-and-queens  Noor-ul-Ain Tiara https://royalwatcherblog.com/2023/10/14/noor-ul-ain-tiara/?utm_content=cmp-true  Social Media IG - @CourtvilleAntiquesFB - @CourtvilleantiquesTik Tok - @matthew.weldon    YouTube - @courtvilleantiquePinterest - @courtville Gem Pursuit is produced for Courtville by Dustpod.io. QUOTES It's always super important that we get the context of how these Crown Jewels got to where they actually are today. The Iranian Crown Jewels date back centuries, and it is super extensive and one of the most impressive collections we are going to see. - Matthew Weldon  It's pretty vast, and it has some of those important gemstones in history, as well as also having a lot of men's jewels. - Matthew Weldon  It's literally stuff out of fairy tales. These are not your normal pieces of jewellery. This is historical, otherworldly jewels. - Alyce Ketcher  What didn't they put jewels in? They put them in everything - Matthew Weldon, Alyce Ketcher These two stones, not only historically, but the fact that they are fancy Pink Diamonds, they are the largest in the world, it's thought that there is no way to actually put a value on them. - Alyce Ketcher HOST DETAILS Matthew Weldon took over Courtville in 2018 and continues today the rich legacy left behind by Kitten and Grainne. The Weldon family tree boasts a rich history of Irish jewellers going back over 135 years. Learning from a young age about the industry from his father, Matthew quickly gained a skilled eye and an appreciation for quality. Seeking to further his knowledge and expertise Matthew gained a degree in marketing and French which led to a short career as a chartered accountant. But with such a draw to antique and vintage jewellery it was inevitable that Matthew would continue the family tradition and build a business of his own. Like generations before, Matthew looks for the exceptional, rare and intriguing pieces and always ensures beauty, quality and fair prices. Alyce Ketcher has been working with jewels for over 15 years. During her time within the jewellery industry she has worked in Australia, New Zealand, United States, United Kingdom and Ireland and gained qualifications through the Gemological Institute of America (GIA) and the Gemmological Association of Great Britain (GEM-A). As a qualified gemologist Alyce is able to use her extensive knowledge of diamonds and gemstones to identify and value jewellery from all periods. Working with antique and vintage jewels is her passion, and you can often find her researching hallmarks, inspecting gemstones or writing about our latest find. KEYWORDS #dynasty #royalfamily #iran #history #crownjewels #goldenglobe #jewellery #gemstones