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Get ready for a musical adventure across the Celtic world. From wild reels to heartfelt ballads, these artists capture the spirit of the isles. Celebrate Celtic music and culture before IrishFest Atlanta on the Irish & Celtic Music Podcast #733 - - Subscribe now! Blame Not The Bard, The Gothard Sisters, Jesse Ferguson, Eloise & Co., The Far North, Ritchie Remo, The Bookends, Ainsley Hamill, Nerea The Fiddler, Amelia Hogan, Reilly, Drumspyder, George Murphy and The Rising Sons, Kim Carnie, The Irish Lassies GET CELTIC MUSIC NEWS IN YOUR INBOX The Celtic Music Magazine is a quick and easy way to plug yourself into more great Celtic culture. Enjoy seven weekly news items with what's happening with Celtic music and culture online. Subscribe now and get 34 Celtic MP3s for Free. VOTE IN THE CELTIC TOP 20 FOR 2025 This is our way of finding the best songs and artists each year. You can vote for as many songs and tunes that inspire you in each episode. Your vote helps me create this year's Best Celtic music of 2025 episode. You have until December 4 to vote for this episode. Vote Now! You can follow our playlist on YouTube to listen to those top voted tracks as they are added every 2 - 3 weeks. THIS WEEK IN CELTIC MUSIC 0:09 - Blame Not The Bard "Slide In The Sky / The Ocean Breeze / Until The Sun Rises" from Slide In The Sky / The Ocean Breeze / Until The Sun Rises (Single) 3:51 - WELCOME 6:50 - The Gothard Sisters "Adventurer" from Moment in Time 9:59 - Jesse Ferguson "Scots Who Have with Wallace Bled" from Ten 12:09 - Eloise & Co. "Avant - deux de Vitteaux/Queen's Bath" from avec Elodie 15:57 - Olivia Bradley "Amhrán Na bhFiann" from Amhrán Na bhFiann 17:05 - The Far North "Hummingbird" from Songs For Weathering Storms 20:18 - FEEDBACK 24:50 - Ritchie Remo "Hills Of Connemara" from Hills of Connemara Single 27:54 - The Bookends "The Old Grove" from A Celtic Celebration 31:04 - Ainsley Hamill "Cumha an Eich - Uisge" from FABLE 34:06 - Nerea The Fiddler "The Return" from Off The Beaten Path 38:25 - Amelia Hogan "Snow Hare" from Burnished 41:24 - THANKS 43:16 - Reilly "Black Velvet Band" from Durty Pool 47:01 - Drumspyder "Paddy on the Erie / The Toormore" from Oak and Ash 51:04 - George Murphy and The Rising Sons "Something Out of Nothing" from Something Out of Nothing 55:48 - Kim Carnie "Oran na Beiste Maoile" from A' Chailleach Òran: "OH - ran" (the "ò" is a long 'o' sound) na: "na" (the "a" is a schwa or unstressed 'a' sound) Bèiste: "BEYSH - tya" (a softer, palatalized 's' sound, followed by "tya" rather than a hard 't' sound) Maoile: "MWAH - lee" (the "aoi" combination makes a sound similar to "oo - ee" but with more of an "ah - ee" diphthong) 59:09 - CLOSING 1:00:08 - The Irish Lassies "Redwood Shepherd" from Immigration Stories 1:03:35 - CREDITS Support for this program comes from Hank Woodward. Support for this program comes from Dr. Annie Lorkowski of Centennial Animal Hospital in Corona, California. Support for this program comes from International speaker, Joseph Dumond, teaching the ancient roots of the Gaelic people. Learn more about their origins at Sightedmoon.com Support for this program comes from Cascadia Cross Border Law Group, Creating Transparent Borders for more than twenty five years, serving Alaska and the world. Find out more at www.CascadiaLawAlaska.com The Irish & Celtic Music Podcast was produced by Marc Gunn, The Celtfather and our Patrons on Patreon. The show was edited by Mitchell Petersen with Graphics by Miranda Nelson Designs. Visit our website to follow the show. You'll find links to all of the artists played in this episode. Todd Wiley is the editor of the Celtic Music Magazine. Subscribe to get 34 Celtic MP3s for Free. Plus, you'll get 7 weekly news items about what's happening with Celtic music and culture online. Best of all, you will connect with your Celtic heritage. Please tell one friend about this podcast. Word of mouth is the absolute best way to support any creative endeavor. Finally, remember. Clean energy isn't just good for the planet, it's good for your wallet. Solar and wind are now the cheapest power sources in history. But too many politicians would rather protect billionaires than help working families save on their bills. Real change starts when we stop allowing the ultra - rich to write our energy policy and run our government. Let's choose affordable, renewable power. Clean energy means lower costs, more freedom, and a planet that can actually breathe. Promote Celtic culture through music at http://celticmusicpodcast.com/. WELCOME THE IRISH & CELTIC MUSIC PODCAST * Helping you celebrate Celtic culture through music. I am Marc Gunn. I'm a Celtic musician and also host of Pub Songs & Stories. Every song has a story, every episode is a toast to Celtic and folk songwriters. Discover the stories behind the songs from the heart of the Celtic pub scene. This podcast is for fans of all kinds of Celtic music. We are here to build a diverse Celtic community and help the incredible artists who so generously share their music with you. If you hear music you love, please email artists to let them know you heard them on the Irish and Celtic Music Podcast. Musicians depend on your generosity to release new music. So please find a way to support them. Buy a CD, Album Pin, Shirt, Digital Download, or join their community on Patreon. You can find a link to all of the artists in the shownotes, along with show times, when you visit our website at celticmusicpodcast.com. Email follow@bestcelticmusic to learn how to subscribe to the podcast and you will get a free music - only episode. You'll also learn how to get your band played on the podcast. Bands don't need to send in music, and you will get a free eBook called Celtic Musicians Guide to Digital Music. It's 100% free. Again email follow@bestcelticmusic ALBUM PINS ARE CHANGING THE WAY WE HEAR CELTIC MUSIC I got an email from Discmakers, my CD manufacturer, saying they were forced to raise their prices because of tariffs by our president. This is a tax on Americans. So if you love CDs, remember that the prices will go up. So please support those higher priced CDs. But there is an option for those who don't want to buy CDs and for those who want a better alternative for the environment. It's the Album Pin. Album Pins are lapel pins themed to a particular album. You get a digital download of the album. Then you can wear your album. All of my latest Album Pins are wood - burned and locally produced. This makes them better for the environment. And they are fun and fashionable. If you want to learn more about Album Pins, you can read more about them on my celtfather.Substack.com or just buy one at magerecords.com IRISHFEST ATLANTA Join us at IrishFest Atlanta on Nov 7 - 9, 2025. You'll enjoy exclusive concerts with Open the Door For Three with Special Guest dancer Kevin Doyle on Friday and Teada on Saturday night. Plus enjoy music from Kathleen Donohoe, O'Brian's Bards, Olivia Bradley, Roundabouts, The Kinnegans, The Muckers, Irish Brothers, Celtic Brew, Station 1 2 3 and special set from Inara and Marc Gunn. There are music and dance workshops, Irish cooking competitions, IrishTea, Irish Films, and of course, LOTS of Irish dancing. Celebrate your Irish heritage at IrishFest Atlanta in November. Bring a friend! Learn more at IrishFestAtlanta.com THANK YOU PATRONS OF THE PODCAST! Your support makes the Irish & Celtic Music Podcast possible, nearly every week of the year. You're not just funding a show. You're fueling a movement that shares the magic of Celtic music with thousands around the world. Your generosity covers everything from audio engineering and artwork to the Celtic Music Magazine, show promotion, and buying music from independent Celtic artists. 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We start the show off with some super cross talk with Mason, Mychal Thompson, & Ireland. The guys are both in studio. After the Dodgers big back to back world series win, producer Laura brings up a meme that has been trending over social media. People saying they are going to name their next children after current Dodgers players. Big day today for the Lakers as they are taking on the San Antonio Spurs! Wemby is in town. Greg Bergman comes in for 1st pitch! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
On Thursday's Football Daily, Phil Egan brings you the latest from the Ireland squad announcement as Heimir Hallgrimsson includes the lesser known Kevin O'Toole in the squad for the very first time whilst there is a positive update on Evan Ferguson.Heimir explains the thought process behind picking O'Toole.Ferguson is back on the grass.Ireland's future stars include a certain Jaden Umeh.Richie Towell is pleased with what he saw from Ireland's young guns.Shelbourne and Shamrock Rovers both chase points in Europe.Stephen Bradley is ready for a hostile environment.Martin O'Neill is back in Europe as Celtic manager.And Aston Villa take on Maccabi Tel Aviv in Birmingham.Become a member and subscribe at offtheball.com/join
Ian's back to talk about his buddy John Carney's latest musical movie! We head back to Ireland this episode at an undisclosed time period where Jon and Ian are just in awe of this story. Who's looking forward to more John Carney musical films?Ian's Socials: @ibrodskiIan's Website: https://www.ianjbrodsky.com/Self Indulgent Musical Podcast (SIMP) Instagram: @simpcastersPodcast Socials -Email: butasongpod@gmail.comFacebook: @butasongpodInstagram: @butasongpodThreads: @butasongpodYouTube: @butasongpodNext episode: High School Musical, the Musical: The Series - Season 2!
Don't expect wholesale changes mid-evening when All Blacks coach Scott Robertson unveils his side to play Scotland. The Kiwi side is set to face off against Scotland this coming Sunday and the team's hoping to keep up the momentum after beating Ireland. Sportstalk host D'Arcy Waldegrave explains further. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
I worry that leftist and socialist parties are so desperate to be just elected rather than speak to their core values that they are willing to speak to a far right propaganda just for votes. It's no better than what the ‘other' team are doing! One article on the differences between socialism and leftismhttps://thisvsthat.io/leftist-vs-socialismI also simply typed in for definitions on each.
Ben and Tommy discuss President Trump's threat to invade Nigeria to stop a (nonexistent) genocide against Christians and the international community's total failure to stop an actual genocide happening in Sudan. Also covered: why Trump's pitch to restart testing of nuclear weapons might be his worst (and scariest) foreign policy idea to date, why FBI Director Kash Patel's trip to visit his girlfriend is getting slammed by right-wing commentators, the uproar in Israel over a torture investigation, election wins for left-wing candidates in Ireland and the Netherlands, Trump's overtly racist refugee policy, and the final nail in the royal coffin for Prince Andrew. Then Ben speaks with Sanna Marin, the former Prime Minister of Finland, about the double standards women in leadership face, and her new book Hope in Action: A Memoir About the Courage to Lead.For a closed-captioned version of this episode, click here. For a transcript of this episode, please email transcripts@crooked.com and include the name of the podcast. Get tickets to CROOKED CON November 6-7 in Washington, D.C at http://crookedcon.com Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
For fans of true crime like the loyal and dedicated listeners of Mens Rea, we want to recommend a new Irish series that I think you'll really appreciate.It's called Lines of Enquiry, a brand new GoLoud Original hosted by former Garda forensic detective John Sweetman.Across eight episodes, John draws on his decades of experience inside the Garda Technical Bureau to explore some of Ireland's most fascinating investigations from murders to mysterious disappearances.He brings a rare perspective to the genre, showing how forensic science and detailed investigative work uncover the truth.Lines of Enquiry is available now on the GoLoud app and wherever you get your podcasts. New episodes every Tuesday.https://open.spotify.com/episode/3EzGXohKAgAo9iu9ADiHgU?si=oTnSuNyoRsePnLBeK9iSag
On May 7, 1915, nearly a year into the First World War, the British steamship RMS Lusitania was sunk by a German U-boat off the southern coast of Ireland. Over 1,100 people were killed, many of whom were civilians from the United States who were not participants in the war. Although the loss of life in the attack was great, the sinking of the Lusitania stands out due to its indirect role in encouraging the United States to enter the conflict. Learn about the sinking of the Lusitania and its impact on World War I on this episode of Everything Everywhere Daily. Sponsors Quince Go to quince.com/daily for 365-day returns, plus free shipping on your order! Mint Mobile Get your 3-month Unlimited wireless plan for just 15 bucks a month at mintmobile.com/eed Stash Go to get.stash.com/EVERYTHING to see how you can receive $25 towards your first stock purchase. Newspaper.com Go to Newspapers.com to get a gift subscription for the family historian in your life! Subscribe to the podcast! https://everything-everywhere.com/everything-everywhere-daily-podcast/ -------------------------------- Executive Producer: Charles Daniel Associate Producers: Austin Oetken & Cameron Kieffer Become a supporter on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/everythingeverywhere Discord Server: https://discord.gg/UkRUJFh Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/everythingeverywhere/ Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/everythingeverywheredaily Twitter: https://twitter.com/everywheretrip Website: https://everything-everywhere.com/ Disce aliquid novi cotidie Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Time for Sports Graffiti! Mason, Ireland, MT, and Pepe dive into a story about unusual betting activity with the UFC. The guys are joined by Bob Ibach, to talk about the commemorative bats from this year's World Series! The crew circle back to gambling in sports. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Fast Track! Mason, Ireland, MT, and Pepe debate who the best team in the NFC currently is. The crew is joined by the Head Coach of the Los Angeles Rams, Sean McVay! More Fast Track! Is there a new ‘battle of the sexes'? Game of Games, plus Supercross talk! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Mason and Ireland tip off the show with Freddie Freeman's viral dance moves! The Spurs are in town tonight to take on the Lakers! How good is Wemby when he is on the court? Why is Mad Dog angry with Joe Davis? Mychal Thompson and Pepe Mantilla join the guys inside the studio for the rest of the show! The guys debate the state of the NBA with load management. Ice Breakers! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
In this week's show Patrick Gray and Adam Boileau discuss the week's cybersecurity news, including: We love some good vulnerability reporting drama, this time FFmpeg's got beef with Google OpenAI announces its Aardvark bug-gobbling system Two US ransomware responders get arrested for… ransomware Memento (nee HackingTeam) CEO says: Sì, those are totally our tools getting snapped in Russia Hackers help freight theft gangs steal shipments to resell A second Jabber Zeus mastermind gets his comeuppance 15 years on This week's episode is sponsored by Nucleus Security, who make a vulnerability information management system. Co-founder Scott Kuffer says that approaches for triaging vulnerabilities have started to fall apart, given there are just. So. Many. And they're all important! This episode is also available on Youtube. Show notes vx-underground on X: "Yeah, so pretty much this entire drama thing is FFmpeg are a bunch of nerds…" FFmpeg on X: "@DavidEGrayson It's someone's hobby project of an obscure 1990s decoder…" Halvar Flake on X: "Given the extremely big role ffmpeg has played historically..." thaddeus e. grugq on X: "Current drama: Plucky security researcher Google takes on volunteer open source behemoth FFmpeg." Robert Graham on X: "Current status: There's a conflict between Google…" Introducing Aardvark: OpenAI's agentic security researcher | OpenAI Bugcrowd acquires Mayhem Security to advance AI-powered security testing | CyberScoop Prosecutors allege incident response pros used ALPHV/BlackCat to commit string of ransomware attacks | CyberScoop Former Trenchant Exec Sold Stolen Code to Russian Buyer Even After Learning that Other Code He Sold Was Being "Utilized" by Different Broker in South Korea How an ex-L3Harris Trenchant boss stole and sold cyber exploits to Russia | TechCrunch Operation Zero — A Zero-Day Vulnerability Platform John Scott-Railton on X: "7/ There's a push to scale up America's offensive industry right now…" CEO of spyware maker Memento Labs confirms one of its government customers was caught using its malware | TechCrunch Exploiting Microsoft Teams: Impersonation and Spoofing Vulnerabilities Exposed Microsoft Teams Vulnerabilities Uncovered Cargo theft gets a boost from hackers using remote monitoring tools | The Record from Recorded Future News Remote access, real cargo: cybercriminals targeting trucking and logistics | Proofpoint US Alleged Conti ransomware gang affiliate appears in Tennessee court after Ireland extradition | The Record from Recorded Future News Three suspected developers of Meduza Stealer malware arrested in Russia | The Record from Recorded Future News Alleged Jabber Zeus Coder ‘MrICQ' in U.S. Custody – Krebs on Security Windows Server Update Service exploitation ensnares at least 50 victims | Cybersecurity Dive Post by @paulschnack.bsky.social — Bluesky
The longtime BBC Radio 1 host talks about the liberation of leaving broadcasting, her pivot to fiction writing and her party series, Before Midnight. If you grew up in the UK, chances are you've heard Annie Mac on the radio. The Irish native started on the airwaves in 2004 when she was 26. She hosted a nightly programme called Future Sounds, before eventually moving to a Friday night dance music show, which catapulted her into the pop cultural zeitgeist. Being at the BBC was a boon to her career, but as she reveals in this Exchange—her second appearance on the series—it also came with its limitations. She left the media giant in 2021 to spend more time with her family, and to pursue her own projects without the inhibition of BBC codes of conduct on matters around free speech. Since departing, she has been outspoken about politics and engaged in ongoing advocacy work and calls for change as an independent curator and podcast host. Annie Mac also speaks to Exchange host Chloe Lula about the art of interviewing; her popular party series, Before Midnight; her pivot to writing; how getting older has shaped her view of success; and what it means to lead the "good life." She has also published two novels, both of which pull from loosely autobiographical topics: The Troubles in Ireland, the music industry in London and bigger thematic arcs such as navigating motherhood and grief. Listen to the episode in full.
Host Todd Ritter flies solo in this special episode, taking listeners on a journey through the latest bourbon news and a deep dive into whiskey history. With Jim out of town, Todd kicks off the first half by tackling a massive slate of industry updates before sampling a unique experimental whiskey. He covers the Lost Lantern "Scotch Lover's" Fall 2025 collection, the nationwide expansion of Wyoming Whiskey's "Buffalo Bill Cody," Jim Beam's new Harden's Creek trio (Mushroom, Beaver, and Owl), and Jack Daniel's Distillery Series #15, a "Sweet Mash" Tennessee Whiskey. Todd also details new releases from Chicken Cock and Town Branch, Buffalo Trace's 9 millionth barrel milestone, and the bombshell news that Kirin is exploring the sale of the Four Roses distillery. The segment features a deep dive into the 2025 Buffalo Trace Antique Collection (BTAC), highlighting the new 15-year-old Colonel E.H. Taylor Bottled in Bond and a formidable 142.8-proof George T. Stagg. The first tasting of the day is the Remus Master Distiller Experimental Series Number One from MGP. This 9-year-old, 107-proof bourbon was aged in lightly charred and heavily toasted Seguin Moreau barrels made from staves seasoned outdoors for 24 months. Todd finds a big vanilla nose with a "wine funkiness," fig, and dark baking spices. The palate proves "soft and velvety" with notes of toasted marshmallow, chocolate, a hint of red wine, and a sweet, spicy finish of candied pecan and allspice. For the second half, Todd unearths a true gem for history nerds: a complete reading of a 1909 essay by none other than Colonel E.H. Taylor Jr., titled "The Rule of the Regions." Discovered in the University of Kentucky archives, the essay provides a fascinating look into the mind of the bourbon pioneer. Taylor boldly declares Kentucky bourbon superior to Scotch and Irish whiskeys, attributing this to the "Rule of the Regions"—specifically, the paramount importance of Kentucky's unique limestone water. He discusses the industry's massive (for 1909) $180 million value, the evolution from primitive wooden stills to scientific copper distillation, and the superiority of Kentucky's dry, ascending-proof aging methods. Most notably, he champions the Bottled-in-Bond Act as the ultimate guarantee of quality and authenticity, a protection he notes that Scotland and Ireland unfortunately lack. To accompany this historic reading, Todd tastes the Oaklore Story Series Number 2, an Oloroso Sherry Cask Finish 4 Grain Bourbon. Hailing from Matthews, North Carolina, this 95-proof blend of 5-to-6-year-old bourbons (70% corn, 10% rye, 10% wheat, 10% malted barley) is finished for 12-18 months in sherry casks. The whiskey shows a ruby tinge and offers a nose of raisin, wine, caramel, and vanilla. The soft palate features notes of black cherry, cocoa, sherry-driven nuttiness, and sweet dark fruits. Be sure to check out our private Facebook group, "The Bourbon Roadies" for a great group of bourbon loving people. You will be welcomed with open arms!
In today's episode we're talking with Katie McCormick, an American ex-pat living in Ireland who is choosing home birth to welcome her baby into the world. Katie and her husband Ryan decided to leave their life in Portland, Oregon - quit their jobs and travel across Europe. About a year ago, they decided to settle in Ireland, eloped and got pregnant shortly after. Katie knew immediately that she wanted to have a home birth. But being an expat in a new country, she had no idea where to begin as far as planning and resources. To use her words from her email to us: “When we got pregnant we were still living in a very temporary living space (think garage remodeled into a loft) on a sheep farm where we were 2 hours from the hospital, and no midwifes were willing to travel to us, so my initial search for beginning the birth plan kept coming up dry until one day through some magical universal energy I found a woman that recommended our midwife to us! However we would have to move 2 hours south to be close enough to be in her “region,” so thank the stars we just recently have found a home on the southern coast of Ireland and got the “go ahead” from our midwife that we can birth in this house as we are close enough to her….. We are away from all our family, we are still foreigners in a new environment, yet we just know this is divine timing and this is where our child is meant to be born. The house we are living in now is a 150 year old stone cottage, and our landlady said many many babies have been born here; it feels quite kismet. Most people back in the states think we are little crazy/can't believe we are doing this without family around etc, but truly we have never felt more supported than the community of people in our village, and little did I know we moved to an area where most women prefer home birth and have multiple stories to share. It is a small community, but because it is on the ocean, rugged, and so natural in this area, it is like a vortex of very creative and earthy people-it is an energy that makes you feel invincible.” We speak with Katie in the last few weeks of her pregnancy and get to hear how she's feeling as the time in her pregnancy winds down and they prepare for baby's arrival. She also shares the experience of what's it like to have all of their family back in the States as they plan for home birth in their new home and country. Tune in and get ready for another inspiring pre-home birth story! Links From This Episode: Dublin Doulas - http://www.dublinfamilydoulas.com/ Hypnobirth course - https://us.hypnobirthing.com/ Ina may spiritual midwifery - https://www.amazon.com/Ina-Mays-Guide-Childbirth-Gaskin/dp/0553381156 www.wakingupinireland.com Connect With Us Website: https://diahpodcast.com/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@diahpodcast Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/doingitathome/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/diahpodcast TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@doingitathome Merch: https://doingitathome.dashery.com/ Our Book: https://amzn.to/45Sxyr1 Support DIAH: https://www.paypal.com/donate/?hosted_button_id=KA3QQRRU58VPL Check Out Our Partners: Needed: https://needed.sjv.io/XY3903 - use code DIAH to get 20% off your first, one-time order Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Iain Dale has written books profiling prime ministers, monarchs and dictators. Next up from the LBC broadcaster and podcaster is a book on the people - all men - who have served as taoiseach. The Taoiseach: A Century of Political Leadership profiles all who have held the office and explores the evolution of the role. But Dale didn't write it himself this time, instead drafting in a roster of Irish writers to take on a taoiseach each. Dale talks to Hugh about Ireland's political leaders and what examining them has taught him about Irish history and politics. Along the way they they take a lengthy diversion into Iain's real area of expertise: UK politics. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
We start the show off with some super cross talk with Mason & Ireland. No Live imaging today, Travis & D'Marco are in studio having a Dodgers World Series hangover. Greg Bergman comes in for first pitch. Greg tells us how his Halloween party went. Also tells us how he celebrated the Dodgers victory on Game 7. How much credit should we be giving Dave Roberts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
In this special episode of The Fertility Podcast, I'm joined by Dr. Lalana Songra, medical advisor at Examine Lab, to talk about the urgent need for better understanding and testing around male fertility, particularly sperm DNA fragmentation (SDF).As someone whose own fertility journey involved a male factor diagnosis, this is a topic close to my heart. And it's still one that doesn't get enough attention.We explore why male fertility plays such a vital role in conception, pregnancy loss, and future child health, and how overlooked it still is in both diagnosis and support.What we discuss in this episode:What sperm DNA fragmentation (SDF) actually is and how it's different from a standard semen analysisThe difference between single-strand vs double-strand sperm DNA damage and how they impact fertilityHow new research links high SDF levels to recurrent pregnancy loss, even when semen analysis appears normalWhy it's problematic that men are only looked at after multiple pregnancy lossesThe lifestyle and health factors that impact sperm quality, and how quickly men can improve itWhat the sperm testing process looks like and where to access itThe importance of including men in the conversation around fertility and pregnancy lossHow better male testing can lead to more accurate, personalised treatment decisions (like ICSI vs IVF)Why early intervention and equal diagnosis for men matters, not just emotionally but medicallyIf you've had unexplained infertility, failed cycles, or losses with no clear answer, this episode could help you explore new questions and possibilities.Special thanks to Examine, sponsor of this episodeExamine offers direct, cutting-edge sperm DNA fragmentation testing (including single and double-strand damage) used by 85% of fertility clinics across the UK and Ireland.Tests are:Non-invasiveAvailable via clinics or partner hubsDesigned to provide clarity, confidence, and actionable insightYou don't need a referral to get tested – just book online, drop off your sample, and get detailed results you can discuss with your clinic.
When the Crown Jewels of Ireland went missing it set off a flurry of accusations, uncovered secrets, destroyed lives and a trail that led right up to the Royal Family of England. With the priceless jewels missing to this day and the full story having never been "officially" revealed, even after the best of Scotland Yard was immediately put on the case, one has to wonder what is going on here. The scandal, the lies, the cover up and the missing jewels are just the beginning of this sorted tale with actions and patterns that are still in effect today by the elites.Email us: downtherh@protonmail.com
RedFM's Ruairi O'Hagan speaks to Cork City head coach Ger Nash ahead of the FAI Cup Final against Shamrock Rovers on Sunday at the Aviva Stadium.League of Ireland with Rockshore 0.0#leagueofourown To become a member and access our exclusive content simply click: here:http://offtheball.com/join
On Wednesday's Football Daily, Phil Egan brings you the latest as Republic of Ireland begin their World Cup journey plus there is a look ahead to all tonight's European action, plus reaction to last night biggest games in the Champions League.Ireland take on Panama.Arne Slot heaps praise on Tyrone's Conor Bradley.Trent Alexander-Arnold has a frosty Anfield reunion.Achraf Hakimi suffers a horror injury.Erling Haaland's Borussia Dortmund reunion.Destiny Udogie is threatened by an agent with a gun.Frank Lampard's Coventry City bounce back.And more injury woe for the Republic of Ireland.Become a member and subscribe at offtheball.com/join
RedFM's Ruairi O'Hagan speaks to Cork City captain Fiacre Kelleher ahead of the FAI Cup Final against Shamrock Rovers on Sunday at the Aviva Stadium.League of Ireland with Rockshore 0.0#leagueofourown To become a member and access our exclusive content simply click: here:http://offtheball.com/join
We love a good story on Opinions Matter, the kind that gets people talking, debating, and wondering what really went on.There's a brand new GoLoud Original podcast we think you'll be hooked on. It's called Lines of Enquiry, and it's hosted by former Garda forensic detective John Sweetman.Now this isn't your usual true crime podcast with theories and guesses, John actually worked on some of Ireland's biggest investigations. He's been at murder scenes, gathered the evidence, and seen how the truth comes out.It's proper Irish true crime, told by someone who's been there and done it.The first episode is out now, have a listen on the GoLoud app or wherever you get your podcasts. You'll love this one.https://open.spotify.com/episode/3EzGXohKAgAo9iu9ADiHgU?si=PFOm2sZmSsWXRT8tqbF7gw
It's our big FAI Cup final show as three-time author and former Cork City player Neal Horgan talks his time with the club and looks ahead to Sunday at Lansdowne Road. Then Robert Goggins and Eoghan Rice, with no less than 10 books between them - including ones about Walkinstown and murder - have plenty of stories of tell in what is the last ever League of Ireland segment of this long-running series. We begin with Greek football expert Alec McQuarrie who has the lowdown on tonight's opponents AEK Athens and recap the league and European games from the last couple of weeks as the Hoops chase a first double in 38 years.
This week on Skip The Queue we explore the science behind ensuring good visitor experiences, by looking at the role data has to play in thisJoining me are two experts in this field, Professor Jim Deegan, economist, tourism policy expert, and founder of the National Centre for Tourism Policy Studies at the University of Limerick, and Ernesto Sánchez- Batista, an expert in destination planning and digital transformation.Together, they have been instrumental in developing a new Tourism Data Dashboard. This has been utilised to transform the visitor experience at The Cliffs of Moher, one of Ireland's most iconic landmarks.Let's find out how, and what they've achieved. We have launched our brand-new playbook: ‘The Retail Ready Guide to Going Beyond the Gift Shop' — your go-to resource for building a successful e-commerce strategy that connects with your audience and drives sustainable growth.Download your FREE copy here: https://pages.crowdconvert.co.uk/skip-the-queue-playbookSkip the Queue is brought to you by Crowd Convert. We provide attractions with the tools and expertise to create world-class digital interactions. Very simply, we're here to rehumanise commerce. Your host is Paul Marden.If you like what you hear, you can subscribe on iTunes, Spotify, and all the usual channels by searching Skip the Queue or visit our website SkiptheQueue.fm.If you've enjoyed this podcast, please leave us a five star review, it really helps others find us. And remember to follow us on LinkedIn.Show references: Jim Deegan - PHD Scholar of Cliffs of Moer Projecthttps://www.cliffsofmoher.ie/https://www.irishexaminer.com/business/economy/arid-41721501.htmlhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/jim-deegan-94438b2a/Jim Deegan is the Director of the National Centre for Tourism Policy Studies (NCTPS), University of Limerick(UL), a member of the Economics Department( Head of department, 2011-2016) ) and Professor of Tourism Policy. He is an economist by training and his research interests and publications are in all facets of public policy for tourism. Jim is a highly cited author in tourism economics/policy papers and he acts as a referee for all the top rated international journals in tourism and has served on editorial boards of numerous journals that have included the Cornell Quarterly and Tourism Economics. As director of the NCTPS at UL he has raised more than €6 million through project research and philanthropic donations that has funded research scholarships for more than 25 students to study tourism at postgraduate level. Jim has undertaken project research on behalf of the World Bank, The European Commission, Eurostat, The Irish Government, Failte Ireland, Tourism Ireland, the Marine Institute, the Law Society and many other public and private sector organisations across the world. He was the project lead for the team that delivered Ireland's first Tourism Satellite Account in 2004.Jim has served on numerous public and private sector committees/boards on tourism issues over the last 25 years and was a founding member of the Business Tourism Forum of Failte Ireland from 2004 and was appointed to the Board of The National Tourism Development Authority( Failte Ireland) by the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport in 2013. He is currently a board member of the Birr Scientific and Heritage Foundation. Jim was the founding chairman and a shareholder in Treaty Radio Ltd that was sold to UTV PLC for €15.7million in 2002. Ernesto Batista Sánchez - PHD Scholar of Cliffs of Moer Projecthttps://www.ul.ie/business/departments/department-economics/research/national-centre-tourism-policy-studieshttps://www.linkedin.com/in/ebats/Ernesto Batista Sánchez is a PhD researcher at the National Centre for Tourism Policy Studies (NCTPS), Kemmy Business School, University of Limerick, Ireland. Prior to this, he worked as an Assistant Professor in Tourism programmes at the University of Holguín, Cuba. He graduated with a first-class honours MA in International Tourism from the University of Limerick in 2020 and holds a PhD from the University of Holguín (2024). His research explores the application of technology and data analysis in tourism. The 2025 Visitor Attraction Website Survey is now LIVE! Dive into groundbreaking benchmarks for the industryGain a better understanding of how to achieve the highest conversion ratesExplore the "why" behind visitor attraction site performanceLearn the impact of website optimisation and visitor engagement on conversion ratesUncover key steps to enhance user experience for greater conversionsTake the Rubber Cheese Visitor Attraction Website Survey Report
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Jdubb is checking out a place that comes with a ton of history as she tells the story of Spike Island in Ireland! For those who want to jump ahead, story start at 11:50 www.theunitedstatesofparanormal.com www.patreon.com/TUSOP www.goldenmojoent.com https://feed.podbean.com/theunitedstatesofparanormal/feed.xml Do you have a haunting, cryptid, or other unexplained you would like us to look into? Do you have your own strange story you'd like us to read in an episode? Email us at TheUnitedStatesOfParanormal@gmail.com or message us on any of our social media platforms. Listen on Podurama Follow us on social media to stay up-to-date on episodes and see photos from each episode. Social media: - Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/The-United-States-of-Paranormal-101722675824225/ - Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theunitedstatesofparanormal/ - Twitter: http://twitter.com/TUSOPPod Available wherever you enjoy listening to podcasts: - Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-united-states-of-paranormal/id1618133392 - Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/67NokfUTrxoCvPuPWsvsDn?si=xQ4MpDJ-TlqBcanpMnTamA Podcast Addict: https://podcastaddict.com/podcast/3905807 - iHeart: https://iheart.com/podcast/95207701 Merch available: www.theunitedstatesofparanormal.com Check out other podcasts within our network: Golden Image Podcast: https://linktr.ee/GoldenImagePodcast Golden 80's: https://linktr.ee/thegoldenimage80s The Call Guys: https://linktr.ee/thecallguyspodcast MurdNerds: https://linktr.ee/murdnerds Seasons in Hell Sports Network:: https://linktr.ee/indianachiefsfans A Court of Books and Booze: https://linktr.ee/acobab Art by Esteban Gomez Reyes https://instagram.com/esteban.gomezr?utm_medium=copy_link Music by Boze Theme voice over by Matthew Frisby Produced by Jeremy Golden Edited by Jeremy Golden Hosted by Jeremy Golden, Jennifer Williams and Bobbi Golden #tusop #theunitedstatesofparanormal l #paranormalpodcast #scary #podcast #applepodcast #spotifypodcast #paranormalpodcast #paranormal #podcast #ghosts #paranormalactivity #haunted #ghoststories #creepy #paranormalinvestigation #spooky #podcastersofinstagram #horror #scarystories #ghost #paranormalinvestigators #horrorpodcast #paranormalinvestigator #ghosthunters #urbanlegends #newpodcast #podcasts #podcastlife #haunting #paranormalstories
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Ireland's housing crisis is likely to persist for at least another 15 years, according to the Department of Finance. The grim analysis was contained in Future Forty: A Fiscal and Economic Outlook to 2065. Shane discusses these findings with Dr Emma Howard, Economist at TU Dublin.
Rape Crisis Ireland is calling for urgent action to ensure Ireland becomes a society where survivors of sexual violence feel safe to disclose and receive the support they need. Speaking to Newstalk Breakfast to discuss further was Dr Clíona Saidléar Executive Director, Rape Crisis Ireland.
Department of Finance predicts Ireland's housing crisis could last another 15 years. Ciara and Shane discussed this further.
In this episode of Good Morning BSS World, I had a pleasure of hosting three exceptional professionals who represent both sides of the Atlantic - Shelli Ryan (CEO of Ad Hoc Communication Resources), Michael Nacarato (Head of Third-Party Risk Management and member of IAOP's Strategic Advisory Board), and Jens R. Voigt (Global Outsourcing Leader at eBay). Together, we explored how American companies approach outsourcing, nearshoring, and offshoring - and what this means for Poland and Central Europe.The conversation was inspired by our recent meeting at the Follow the Leaders event in Gdańsk, where we discussed how Polish and Central European businesses can attract more American investors. Shelli emphasized the importance of building a clear narrative and value proposition for Polish service providers - focusing not only on cost but on talent, multilingual skills, and innovation. Michael highlighted the shift from chasing arbitrage to chasing talent and value, especially in the era of AI and automation. Jens shared insights from eBay's global outsourcing strategy, underlining Poland's strengths: education, infrastructure, safety, and stability - all crucial for long-term partnerships.We also talked about the need for a unified, public-private marketing effort to promote Poland abroad - similar to campaigns led by African nations - and how Poland can position itself as Europe's major investment gateway, just like Ireland once did.This episode is a must-listen for anyone in global business services, outsourcing, or economic development. It's a candid, cross-continental conversation about the future of global delivery, talent, and how to bridge American expectations with European excellence.Key points of the podcast:Poland's competitive advantages in the BPO sector include a highly educated workforce, significant infrastructure investments, and a stable regulatory environment, making it an attractive destination within Europe.To attract American businesses, Poland must enhance its public relations efforts, potentially through a public-private partnership to create a unified and aggressive marketing campaign that highlights its technological advancements and safety.Engaging in direct outreach, such as organizing roadshows in the US and inviting American executives to visit Poland, can help showcase the country's capabilities and foster stronger business connections. Links:Shelli Ryan - https://www.linkedin.com/in/shelliryan/Michael Nacarato – https://www.linkedin.com/in/michael-nacarato-cop-90705311/Jens R. 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Join host Sarah McGinley from AIB Treasury and AIB Chief Economist David McNamara for the latest PMIs edition of AIB Market Talk. In this episode, they unpack the latest AIB Ireland Manufacturing and Services PMI data for October, exploring:Why services sector activity has rebounded to its strongest level this year, and what's driving the surgeThe shift in manufacturing trends, with growth easing after a strong start to 2025Insights into export markets, including the impact of weaker demand in Europe and ongoing tariff uncertaintiesSector highlights: robust growth in business, financial, and technology services, and the evolving role of AI in employment trendsForward-looking business sentiment and what the latest PMI figures signal for Ireland's economic outlookVisit our website and subscribe to receive AIB's Economic Analysis direct to your inbox. You can also find us on Twitter @TreasuryAIB . Our full legal disclaimer can be viewed here https://aib.ie/fxcentre/podcast-disclaimer. Registered in Ireland: No: 24173 Allied Irish Bank p.l.c is regulated by the Central Bank of Ireland AIB Customer Treasury Services is a registered business name of Allied Irish Banks, p.l.c. Registered Office: 10 Molesworth Street, Dublin 2
Laci welcomes comedians, writers, and actor besties Jenny Slate, Max Silvestri, and Gabe Liedman (I Need You Guys' podcast) to catch up on her adventures in Ireland, learning about Berlin's KitKatClub, and getting help at the airport at any cost. They also discuss Steve Farzam, the “fake firefighter” who was arrested without bail for impersonating a first responder in connection with the Palisades fire, and his problematic hero-complex addiction that keeps landing him behind bars. Stay schemin'!Listen to “I Need You Guys” every Tuesday on the SiriusXM app or wherever you get your podcasts.CON-gregation, catch Laci's TV Show Scam Goddess, now on Freeform and Hulu! Did you miss out on a custom-signed Scam Goddess book? Look no more, nab your copy on PODSWAGKeep the scams coming and snitch on your friends by emailing us at ScamGoddessPod@gmail.com. Follow on Instagram:Scam Goddess Pod: @scamgoddesspodLaci Mosley: @divalaciJenny Slate: @jennyslateMax Silvestri: @maxsilvestriGabe Liedman: @gabeliedmanI Need You Guys Podcast: @ineedyouguysshow Research by Kathryn Doyle SOURCEShttps://magazine.atavist.com/2017/not-fuzz-police-impersonator-santa-monica-steve-farzamhttps://magazine.atavist.com/2020/the-con-continues-not-fuzz-update-steve-farzamhttps://smdp.com/news/crime/longtime-police-impersonator-steve-farzam-arrested-for-pretending-to-be-firefighter-during-palisades-fire/ Subscribe to SiriusXM Podcasts+ to listen to new episodes of Scam Goddess ad-free and a whole week early. Start a free trial now on Apple Podcasts or by visiting siriusxm.com/podcastsplus. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Do you feel uneasy? Do you feel a level of ambient anxiety? Do you feel despair, despite the fact that we live in the most luxurious time and place in human history? The point is, you are not crazy. If you feel these things, you are simply attuned to reality—and it's not a problem that's solvable with less screen time or with meditation, red light, or sea moss. My brilliant guest, Paul Kingsnorth, argues that the reason you feel this way is not this or that social media app or algorithm or culture war issue. That these are all superficial expressions of a thousand-year battle with what he calls “the Machine.” What exactly that means, he'll explain tonight. To personally fight the Machine, Paul has moved his family out of urban England to live off the land in rural Ireland, where his family grows their own food, draws water from a well, and homeschools their children. To learn more about his life, you'll have to go back and listen to the Honestly episode we did with him in 2024. In his new book, Against the Machine, Paul makes the argument that what this moment requires is something of a rebellion. He says the West is not dying, but already dead. And this book is an attempt to understand how we got to this profound feeling of disquiet—and how we might return to true peace. It's being billed as a “spiritual manual for dissidents in the technological age.” Click below to listen to our conversation, or scroll down for our favorite moments. The Free Press earns a commission from any purchases made through all book links in this article. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Time for Sports Graffiti! Mason and Ireland are joined by special guest, Luc Robitaille, the President of the Los Angeles Kings! Dr. Klapper also joins the show for this week's Klapper Vision! Take a listen to Dan Quinn talking about leaving Jayden Daniels in the game during a blowout. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Mason and Ireland are joined by Morales for Live Imaging Tuesday! The guys dive right into the Lakers win last night! The Lakers have started the season 6-2 all without LeBron James! Wemby and the Spurs come to LA tomorrow night. The guys are joined by Ryan Abraham from USCFootball.com! How did USC play vs Nebraska this past weekend? How will the Trojans matchup vs Northwestern? Ice Breakers! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Fast Track! Mason and Ireland listen to Max Muncy talking about the benches clearing incident in game seven of the World Series. More Fast Track! Take a listen to Carmelo Anthony talking about Ja Morant. Game of Games, plus Supercross Talk! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Irish writer, author, thinker John Waters joins war correspondent Michael Yon and Japanese independent journalist Masako Ganaha to discuss the recent protests in Japan, antifa, Vatican killing Ireland, tv being the most poisonous thing, replacement of the indigenous people in western civilization, death jabs, and much more. Watch Show Rumble- https://rumble.com/v717r0m-demoralization-the-new-strategic-assault-john-waters-michael-yon-and-masako.html YouTube- https://youtu.be/XL6AxBhdMmQ?si=3RIPgmY-GiIp6zBL Follow Me X- https://x.com/CoffeeandaMike IG- https://www.instagram.com/coffeeandamike/ Facebook- https://www.facebook.com/CoffeeandaMike/ YouTube- https://www.youtube.com/@Coffeeandamike Rumble- https://rumble.com/search/all?q=coffee%20and%20a%20mike Substack- https://coffeeandamike.substack.com/ Apple Podcasts- https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/coffee-and-a-mike/id1436799008 Gab- https://gab.com/CoffeeandaMike Locals- https://coffeeandamike.locals.com/ Website- www.coffeeandamike.com Email- info@coffeeandamike.com Support My Work Venmo- https://www.venmo.com/u/coffeeandamike Paypal- https://www.paypal.com/biz/profile/Coffeeandamike Substack- https://coffeeandamike.substack.com/ Patreon- http://patreon.com/coffeeandamike Locals- https://coffeeandamike.locals.com/ Cash App- https://cash.app/$coffeeandamike Buy Me a Coffee- https://buymeacoffee.com/coffeeandamike Bitcoin- coffeeandamike@strike.me Mail Check or Money Order- Coffee and a Mike LLC P.O. Box 25383 Scottsdale, AZ 85255-9998 Follow John Substack- https://substack.com/@johnwaters X- https://x.com/johnwaters2024 YouTube- https://www.youtube.com/@thescholargypsies/videos Order's John's new book- https://a.co/d/7AOMCK1 Follow Masako X- https://x.com/ganaha_masako Substack- https://substack.com/@masakoganaha Follow Michael X- https://x.com/Michael_Yon Substack- https://michaelyon.substack.com/ Sponsors Vaulted/Precious Metals- https://vaulted.blbvux.net/coffeeandamike McAlvany Precious Metals- https://mcalvany.com/coffeeandamike/ Independence Ark Natural Farming- https://www.independenceark.com/
Not all flights to Ireland are created equal. The departure time, route, and arrival hour can completely shape your first few days – for better or worse. Here's how to choose flights that work for your itinerary, and how to handle jet lag when you get there. Whether you're flying solo, with family, or meeting... The post Book the Right Flight to Ireland & Beat Jet Lag Like a Pro appeared first on Ireland Family Vacations.
This week on The Pod, Jim, Goodey, Bigs dive into a massive opening weekend of the Quilter Nations Series — red cards, redemptions, and peroxide-blond hair. England made it eight wins on the bounce with a dominant bench-inspired victory over Australia, with Borthwick building his own “Bomb Squad.” Ireland meanwhile, were left reeling after a controversial red card and second-half collapse against the All Blacks in Chicago, while Scotland and South Africa both flexed with huge wins over the USA and Japan respectively. Plus, Wales and Lions winger Josh Adams joins the show to chat about life in camp, the mood under Steve Tandy, and where Wales are going into some massive games with World Cup qualification implictions. Plenty of laughs this week as the lads are on great form after their US trip. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Australia is the country Argentina should've been, and the country Ireland could become. Seventy years ago, Argentina and Australia stood side by side as the world's great hopes, rich in land, resources, and ambition. Today, one is a model of steady prosperity, the other a warning wrapped in inflation and political theatre. We dig into how two nations with the same starting line took radically different paths: Australia's pragmatism versus Argentina's populism. From Perón to protectionism, from housing booms to resource riches, it's a lesson in how economic choices shape destiny, and why Ireland should listen carefully before history starts to rhyme again. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
This one was recorded in Killarney, on the sixth day of our 11th Annual Worldwide Tour of Ireland. This was in the lobby of the Plaza Hotel, so apologies for the noise. Anyway, this has been a WONDERFUL tour… we'll have more stories to tell next week! Show dates Blaggards.com (https://blaggards.com/shows/) Facebook (https://www.facebook.com/pg/blaggards/events/) Bandsintown (https://www.bandsintown.com/a/3808) Follow us on social media YouTube (https://www.youtube.com/blaggards) Facebook (https://www.facebook.com/blaggards/) Twitter (https://twitter.com/blaggards) Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/blaggards/) Become a Patron Join Blaggards on Patreon (https://www.patreon.com/blaggards) for bonus podcast content, live tracks, rough mixes, and other exclusives. Rate us Rate and review SlapperCast on iTunes (https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/slappercast-a-weekly-talk-show-with-blaggards/id1452061331) Questions? If you have questions for a future Q&A episode, * leave a comment on Patreon (https://www.patreon.com/blaggards), or * tweet them to us (https://twitter.com/blaggards) with the hashtag #slappercast.
EPISODE SUMMARY What if empathy was your biggest business advantage? In this episode, serial entrepreneur and inventor Patrick Noel Daly (founder of Icon Global Innovations, PND Global Consulting, and PND Entrepreneurship Academies) joins us to share how he builds purpose-driven companies that heal, not harm. From his early days as Ireland's Young Entrepreneur of the Year to mentoring founders across the U.S., Patrick reveals how to scale your mission without burning out. We explore innovation as a habit, leadership through empathy, and the art of balancing success with health and happiness. We talked about... ... Cultivating an entrepreneurial mindset ... How to grow companies that do good AND do well ... The powerful question every innovator should be asking EPISODE NOTES Patrick Noel Daly (PND) is a seasoned entrepreneur who has founded his own startups in IT, SaaS and medical. Patrick founded Icon Global Innovations to launch his own products and he also founded PND Global Consulting to help companies, businesses, and entrepreneurs to succeed. He was a winner on the Late Late Enterprise Show in Ireland in 1998 with a special school bag that he designed to help kids carry heavy loads of books. Patrick Noel was Bank of Ireland/Shell Young Entrepreneur of the Year in Ireland in 1999. Patrick now licenses his own established products to licensees and resellers in medical care and healthcare, having invented and developed these medical innovations to provide products that are "good for people", which he says was his primary reason for inventing the products. He wants to scale that product range in the USA and to make DreamCair and CUSHEE, the consumer versions available in the sleep/wellness market in the USA and wider. Since moving to the western side of the world, Patrick has been a mentor (volunteer roles) with iCorps National Science Foundation USA. Patrick is originally from Cork, Ireland and has travelled the world on business. He started writing while travelling globally for leisure and to help mentor entrepreneurs over the last four years. Patrick loves to socialize and talk to as many people as possible on his travels. He has written "Just Start Up-A Guide to Building Startups" and more recently he wrote and launched his first children's book "A Young Hero Triceratops Named NOLY" to help encourage kids to think about entrepreneurship, resourcefulness and helping others from the earliest age. Profits go to children's charities. LINKS www.patricknoeldaly.com https://www.linkedin.com/in/patricknoeldaly https://www.instagram.com/patrick.noel.daly/ ------------ Click this link to listen on your favorite podcast player and if you enjoy the show, please leave a rating & review: https://linktr.ee/wiredforsuccess ------------------ Music credit: Vittoro by Blue Dot Sessions (www.sessions.blue) ----------------- Disclaimer: Podcast Episodes might contain sponsored content.
Over 3,000 stones rise from the fields of Carnac. They stand silent, waiting, like the trees of Fangorn Forest, patient and alive beneath their stillness. In this episode of Quest & Chorus, we walk among ancient alignments, uncover old legends, and listen to what endures. Featuring music from The Irish Lassies, Dublin Gulch, and Brobdingnagian Bards. This is Quest & Chorus #310 0:27 - The Irish Lassies "Hammer Up Whisky Down" from Immigration Stories 5:20 - WELCOME TO QUEST & CHORUS Welcome to Quest & Chorus, where ancient stones still speak and songs remember what trees never forget. I'm your bard, Marc Gunn, also host of the Irish & Celtic Music Podcast, and typically host of this show as Folk Songs & Stories, but today, we call it Quest & Chorus. Quest & Chorus is a 6-part podcast series. I fuse Celtic and folk music, science fiction and fantasy, and travel into a podcast with a quest. In each episode, you will get a clue to unlock a secret reward. And at the end of the season, you will combine all of those clues to unlock an even bigger amazing reward. And today we walk not into a forest—but into a field that feels like one. The Alignments of Carnac stretch across the land like rows of rooted giants. They are silent. But not still. And if you listen… they speak in echoes. Today we talk of nature, of memory, and also of what I learned about food waste. WHAT I LEARNED ABOUT MAKING THE MOST OF YOUR FOOD Freezing fruit Composting Planting Pickling vs fermenting Soups Granola You don't have to do it in one day. It's taking me several years. And it doesn't have to be perfect. You just have to be open to learning. Check out Sustainable Jungle and One5C. They have a lot of real, practical and non-judgemental tips on how to be more eco-friendly with your food and your life. If you're new to the show, please follow us. You can do that at PubSong.com. UPCOMING SHOWS NOV 8: IrishFest Atlanta, Roswell, GA with Inara NOV 14-16: CONjuration, Duluth, GA NOV 22: Georgia Renaissance Festival Fall Fling, Fairburn, GA DEC 6: Georgia Renaissance Festival Fall Fling, Fairburn, GA DEC 7: Nerdy Wonderland at The Lost Druid, Avondale Estates, GA @ 12 - 5 PM. 15:37 - Dublin Gulch "Sarah Daly/The Copper King's Daughter" from Tap 'Er Light Please leave a comment on the podcast show notes at pubsong.com or wherever you listen. Email pictures of where you're listening to follow@celtfather . I'll send you a free gift and you can learn more about how to follow this podcast. 19:59 - NEWS Celtic Christmas Music releases the first official episode of the season. Looking for volunteers to work the Nerdy Wonderland table and promote the event. It takes place Dec 7. New Band with Inara–May Bloom. Planning to release an Album Pin and Single A big thanks to my… GUNN RUNNERS ON PATREON If you enjoy this podcast or you love listening to my music, please follow my Celtfather Patreon page. You can sign up for free and get updates on what's new and you can get an ad-free edition of this podcast before public listeners. But you get so much more when you become a Patron of the Arts. Patreon is one of the ways modern musicians and podcasters make a living. For just $5 per month, you'll get exclusive, unreleased songs, podcasts, video concerts, bootleg concerts, and so much more. Email follow@celtfather to get more details! TODAY'S SHOW IS BROUGHT TO BY CELTIC INVASION VACATIONS Every year, I take a small group of people on a relaxing adventure to one of the Celtic nations. We don't see everything. Instead we stay in one area. We get to know the region through its culture, history, and legends. You can join me with an auditory and visual adventure through podcasts, blogs, videos, and photos. Sign to the Celtic Invasion Vacations mailing list at CelticInvasion.com. In 2017, I led a Celtic Invasion of Brittany. You can read about our search for the Holy Grail in France. In the meantime, it's time for the… QUEST & CHORUS of ALIGNMENTS OF CARNAC Over 3,000 standing stones stretch in careful lines through the fields of Carnac. No one knows exactly why they're here. Were they a celestial map? Some say they mark burial grounds. But walking by them, I didn't feel like I was in a graveyard. I felt like I was among the elders. It reminded me of Fangorn Forest, home of the Ents. In The Lord of the Rings, Fangorn is a place where time moves slowly. Trees remember battles that men have forgotten. Carnac is a lot like that. The stones are not dead. They're just waiting. I can't help but wonder who placed them here, so careful and deliberate. The stones of Carnac weren't raised by elves or Ents, but by real people. Neolithic builders, thousands of years before written history. Here's what we know about them. HISTORY OF THE ALIGNMENTS OF CARNAC The Alignments of Carnac in Brittany, France, are one of the most remarkable prehistoric monuments in Europe. They consist of long rows of standing stones (menhirs) and other megalithic features that stretch across the landscape. Archaeological studies show that many of the stones date from between about 4,800 and 3,500 BC — some recent research suggests parts were erected as early as 4,600 BC. The site is not a single line but a complex of alignments: four major groups (for example, Ménec, Kermario, Kerlescan, Petit Ménec) that lie in the commune of Carnac and its surroundings. Originally, these stones were erected by Neolithic peoples who lived in what we now call Brittany. Their purpose remains a subject of debate: some propose they were ritual or ceremonial, others suggest funerary meaning, or perhaps linked to astronomical patterns or seasonal calendars. Over the millennia, many stones were removed, toppled, or reused in local buildings, especially in historic times. The word "alignments" refers to the visible rows of standing stones that still remain. Today, the Alignments of Carnac are protected as important heritage sites. Research continues to refine their dating and function, and the monuments remain a remarkable testimony to the ambition and organisation of prehistoric communities. References: Musee de Prehistoire:The Carnac Alignments Göteborgs universite: Menhirs of Carnac Alignments of Carnac Wikipedia Carnac Tourism: The World Famous Standing Stones Internet Sacred Text Archive: Menhirs and Dolmens LEGENDS & MYTHS OF CARNAC There are actual legends connected to the Carnac stones. One of the most widely told involves Saint Cornély. According to Breton tradition, Cornély was being pursued by soldiers. He and his oxen fled, and the stones of Carnac are said to be the soldiers turned to stone as a result of divine intervention. Another version says the stones were dancing at midnight on Christmas Eve, and people who saw them would be crushed beneath as the stones marched to the sea. While these legends don't claim to explain the actual Neolithic origins of the stones, they illustrate how later generations understood and imagined the dramatic rows of stones in their landscape. MY THOUGHTS on CARNAC Your walk through Carnac: Describe how it feels to be watched by stone that might remember more than you do. PLUS Environmental reflection: These monuments lasted thousands of years. What are we building that will last that long? "Heart of Fangorn" as a prayer for the planet: This song speaks for trees, for roots, for voices we ignore in our haste. In Fangorn, the Ents stand watch over the woods. At Carnac, the menhirs stand silent on the moor. If they could speak, what would their witness be? The Ents of Fangorn resist change; the stones of Carnac endure it. When do you find yourself standing still while everything else moves? 27:48 - Brobdingnagian Bards "Heart of Fangorn" from Memories of Middle Earth Get the "They Come In Pints" album pin to own Memories of Middle Earth and enter the forest Listen to the song recorded live at Dragon Con 2024 in a Bootleg Concert from our Podcast. You can also hear the song on a past Bards podcast episode that was recorded right before we flew off on the second Brobdingnagian Tour of Ireland in 2008. HEART OF FANGORN Lyrics and music Marc Gunn Long before men tread Middle-Earth, Before the dwarves and elves gave birth, There sprouted a race for the trees' defense In the heart of Fangorn, there live the Ents. Ha-room… Ha-da-ra-room. Ha-room… Ha-da-ra-room. Patient farmers they tend the woods. Gaurdians of stems and of roots. They hear the arbors' laments and wails From falling axes and tearful trails. Ha-room… Ha-da-ra-room. Ha-room… Ha-da-ra-room. For Living Creatures all roam the land, But hasty judgements make careless hands. One thoughtless word from a thoughtless king A thousand creatures die beneath the trees. Ha-room… Ha-da-ra-room. Ha-room… Ha-da-ra-room. The rivers will flow though their course may change. The birds are born and will fly away. Men will come and men will go, But the Ents remain through the melting snow. Ha-room… Ha-da-ra-room. Ha-room… Ha-da-ra-room. Mark it down. Because the stones are not silent. They're just slow to speak. This is the final episode named Quest & Chorus. For that matter, it's also the final episode of Folk Songs & Stories, at least by those names. I ran a poll on Patreon to see what name people liked the most. The most popular name was Pub Songs & Stories. So we're moving back to that name. That said, Quest & Chorus is not gone forever. This is just the beginning. I really liked this special feature and so in some episodes in the future, I hope to include a quest and chorus for you. I also realized that the Irish & Celtic Music Podcast, my award-winning flagship program, is a great show. But over the past decade, the podcast has become more and more dominated by instrumental Celtic music. Which is fantastic. I love a great set of tunes as much as the songs. But I feel like the singers and the songwriters lost out a bit. I started playing music because I wanted to be a songwriter. I love all styles of music. I love learning how to write songs. Writing Celtic and folk songs are one of the reasons I continue to create music. So another thing I will be doing with a section of the podcast is to continue to promote the singers, songs, and songwriters that I find whether on the Irish & Celtic Music Podcast or wherever. A great example is the interview that I'm sharing next time on the podcast. I interviewed Mikey Mason about his songwriting techniques. The things that inspire him to write a new song and share it each and every week for several years now. I'm trying to write more songs myself, and I will continue to share them over on Patreon but hopefully every month I will have a new song that I can share in this podcast as well. Additional References: Listen to History of Celtic Brittany on the Celtfather Travel Podcast Postcard: Fortresse Largoet + 2022 Podcast Planning & Strategies Pub Songs Podcast #162: Carnac Celtic Concert Celtfather: Secret History of the Celts Revealed CIV 2017: Arrived in Paris 31:10 - CREDITS Thanks for listening to Pub Songs & Stories. This episode was edited by Marc Gunn & Mitchell Petersen. You can follow and listen to the show on my Patreon or wherever you find podcasts. Sign up to my mailing list to learn more about songs featured in this podcast and discover where I'm performing. Clean energy isn't just good for the planet, it's good for your wallet. Solar and wind are now the cheapest power sources in history. But too many politicians would rather protect billionaires than help working families save on their bills. Real change starts when we stop allowing the ultra-rich to write our energy policy and run our government. Let's choose affordable, renewable power. Clean energy means lower costs, more freedom, and a planet that can actually breathe. Join the Quest and Sing Along at www.pubsong.com! #pubstories
The Breeders' Cup 2025 delivered everything: drama, history, and data-defying performances.Emmet Kennedy is joined by Total Performance Data's Adam Mills and former jockey and Breeders' Cup work rider Georgia Cox to unpack a breathtaking two days at Del Mar. This Final Furlong Podcast review blends elite analysis with data, insight, and storytelling from racing's global stage. • Ethical Diamond's Turf Triumph – Willie Mullins makes history as a County Hurdle also-ran beats the defending champion Rebel's Romance. Adam dives into the data behind the shock.• Forever Young's Classic Glory – Japan's first-ever Classic winner beats Sierra Leone in an unforgettable finish. Could he meet Sovereignty in Dubai next?• Notable Speech's Mile Mastery – Another Breeders' Cup win for Charlie Appleby. Could he and The Lion In Winterdominate next season's turf scene?• Gezora's Group 1 Brilliance – Francis-Henri Graffard equals André Fabre's record 13 Group 1s in a season. Adam explains why Graffard is the modern benchmark.• Aidan O'Brien Breaks the Breeders' Cup Record – Gstaad's Juvenile Turf victory seals O'Brien's status as the winning-most Breeders' Cup trainer. What's next for the son of Starspangledbanner?• Donnacha O'Brien Joins the Club – 33/1 podcast tip Balantina wins the Juvenile Fillies Turf, giving Donnacha his first Breeders' Cup success.• Ted Noffey's Juvenile Win – Another Final Furlong Podcast long-range tip lands big. Could he become a serious Kentucky Derby contender? This is your complete international review of the world's biggest racing event, with: Race-by-race insight from Del Mar Data-driven analysis from Total Performance Data Future targets and ante-post angles from trusted insiders
Welcome to part three of our Cansayapi Trilogy in which we explore the 13th International Hemp Building Symposium, held Oct. 3-5, 2025, at the Lower Sioux Indian Community in Southwestern Minnesota. Part Three opens where part two left off, with the sounds of a waterfall that melts into the rhythms of the Red Tree Singers as they chant and pray and lead the way into Day Three of the Hemp Building Symposium. After a news nugget from HempToday, this episodes opens with a tale of three Minnesota architects — Janneke Schaap, Simona Fischer and Anna Koosmann — who provide a roadmap for getting biobased building materials like hemp-lime and straw bale construction adopted into state building codes. Then we hear a collection of one-on-one interviews with farmers, builders and advocates. In order of appearance, you will hear: Marcus Grignon — Hempstead Project Heart, Menominee Nation hempsteadprojectheart.org Ira Vandever — Indigenous Hemp and Cannabis Farmers Cooperative, Navajo Nation ihcfc.org Tom Knouss — RootDown Building Collective, Charleston rootdownbuildingcollective.org Alex Sparrow — UK Hempcrete, England ukhempcrete.com/the-hempcrete-book Gabriel Gauthier — ArtCan Hemp Construction, Quebec artcan.ca Guillaume Delannoy — FRD-CODEM, France frd.fr Micaela Machado — Old Pueblo Hemp Co., Tucson oldpueblohemp.com Steve Allin — International Hemp Building Association (IHBA), Ireland internationalhempbuilding.org News nugget from HempToday Bipartisan U.S. group calls for 'Frankenstein' intoxicating hemp market to be curbed hemptoday.net/bipartisan-u-s-group-calls-for-frankenstein-intoxicating-hemp-market-to-be-curbed/ Be More Pirate bepirate.com — Sam Conniff's Be More Pirate, recommended by Alex Sparrow as a blueprint for creative rebellion and collaboration. Sponsors indhemp.com — IND HEMP, building a sustainable hemp supply chain in Montana and beyond. hempinitiatives.org — HEMI, the Hemp Education and Marketing Initiative, connecting businesses with the potential of industrial hemp. americhanvre.com — Americhanvre Cast Hemp, Pennsylvania-based hemp building specialists advancing circular design and education. sunrayhemp.com — SunRay Hemp, Alaska-grown innovation and community-driven hemp projects led by Ray DePriest.
In this episode, Siquoyia Blue takes you on a lyrical journey from the emerald hills of Ireland to the sacred forests of Central Africa — following a trail of stories hidden beneath centuries of myth. Beyond the glitter of leprechaun legends lies an older memory: tales of small, dark-skinned folk who lived close to the land, remembered in whispers from both Celtic and African traditions. Through haunting storytelling and mindful reflection, Siquoyia unravels how these images of “the little people” may have traveled, transformed, and transcended time itself. More than a search for origins, this episode is a meditation on how myth preserves memory, how culture reshapes truth, and how the unseen can still hold great power. Stay curious — because sometimes, the oldest myths remember what history tries to forget.